Summary of Contents for Whirlpool Inglis IES355RQ1
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ELECTRIC RANGE Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301. Table of Contents ..........2 To the installer: Please leave this instruction book with the unit. To the consumer: Please read and keep this book for future reference. 9762358A...
TABLE OF CONTENTS RANGE SAFETY ................3 The Anti-Tip Bracket ..............3 PARTS AND FEATURES..............5 COOKTOP USE ................6 Cooktop Controls.................6 Ceramic Glass ................7 Coil Elements and Burner Bowls ..........7 Lift-up Cooktop ................8 Home Canning ................8 Cookware ..................8 ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL ...........9 Oven Indicator Lights ..............9 Display..................9 Start/Enter ..................9 Off/Cancel ..................9...
RANGE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER”...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, Protective Liners – Do not use aluminum foil to line surface injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow unit drip bowls or oven bottoms, except as suggested in basic precautions, including the following: the manual.
PARTS AND FEATURES This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model. Control Panels A.
Range A. Surface cooking area or element G. Hot surface indicator light (on ceramic Parts and Features not shown glass models) B. Anti-tip bracket (on some models) H. Automatic oven light switch (on some C. Door stop clip models) D. Model and serial number plate Coil elements I.
Determine flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models) no space or light should be visible between it and the during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may cookware.
Lift-up Cooktop Cookware (on some models) IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner. The lift-up cooktop provides easy access for cleaning beneath. Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides and a Do not drop the cooktop.
ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL C D E Clock This is a 12-hour clock and does not show a.m. or p.m. To Set: Before setting, make sure the oven and Timer are off. 1. Press CLOCK. 2. Press the TEMP/TIME “up” or “down” arrow pad to set the time of day.
To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration (on models with manual oven control): Control Lock 1. Make sure the oven temperature control knob is in the Off The Control Lock shuts down the control panel pads to avoid position. Pull oven temperature control knob straight off and unintended use of the oven.
OVEN USE Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few BAKEWARE times, or when it is heavily soiled. Hot air must be able to circulate around food to cook evenly, so allow 2" (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the following chart as a guide.
3. Press START/ENTER. Meat Thermometer The oven control automatically sets preheating times based on the oven temperature selected. On models without a temperature probe, use a meat thermometer to determine doneness of meat, poultry and fish. The temperature can be changed after this step. START/ The internal temperature, not appearance, should be used to ENTER does not need to be pressed again.
To Broil: Timed Cooking 1. Press CUSTOM BROIL. The broil oven indicator light will light 2. Press START/ENTER. The On and Heat oven indicator lights WARNING will light up. The temperature setting can be changed any time before or Food Poisoning Hazard after pressing START/ENTER.
RANGE CARE Self-Cleaning Cycle (on some models) Prepare Cooktop and Storage Drawer: WARNING Remove plastic items from the cooktop because they may melt. Remove all items from the storage drawer. How the Cycle Works IMPORTANT: The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the oven may result in discoloring, loss of gloss, hairline cracks and popping sounds.
General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser: Rub on cleaning products. product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless Continue rubbing until white film disappears.
BURNER BOWLS (on some models) STORAGE DRAWER (on some models) Cleaning Method: Make sure drawer is cool and empty before cleaning. Solution of ¹ ₂ cup (125 mL) ammonia to 1 gal. (3.75 L) water: For more information, see “Storage Drawer” section. Mild detergent Soak for 20 minutes, then scrub with stainless steel-wool pad.
To Remove: Storage Drawer 1. Open the oven door. Insert door removal pins, included with your range, into both hinge hangers. Do not remove the pins The storage drawer can be removed. Before removing, make sure while the door is removed from the range. drawer is cool and empty.
TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate Oven temperature too high or too low Is the power supply cord unplugged? Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment? Plug into a grounded outlet.
Center toll free at 1-800-442-9991 and follow the menu prompts. Or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com and click on “Buy When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete Accessories Online.”...
If you need service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of the Use & Care Guide. After checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help can be found by checking the “Assistance or Service” section or by calling Whirlpool. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.