Whirlpool RF385PXE Range User Manual


 
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Easy ways to save energy
Match the pan to the surface cooking
area size.
The pan should have a flat bottom,
straight sides, and a well-fitting lid.
To help shorten your cooking time, use
the least amount of liquid possible.
Preheat your pots and pans only when
recommended and for the shortest time
possible.
Start your food on a higher heat setting,
then turn the control to a lower setting to
finish cooking.
Place a filled pan on the surface cooking
area before turning it on.
Coil element model: Keep your reflector
bowls clean for best heat reflection.
Using the control knobs
Push in the control knobs before turning them to a
setting. You can set
them anywhere be-
tween HI and OFF.
Surface cooking area heat settings
Use the following chart as a guide.
USING YOUR RANGE
To get the best cooking results, you should use your range the correct way. This section tells you
what you need to know to use your range safely and efficiently.
USING THE SURFACE COOKING AREAS
wWARNING
Fire Hazard
Turn off all controls when done cooking.
Failure to do so can result in death or fire.
RECOMMENDED USE
To start foods cooking.
To bring liquids to a boil.
To hold a rapid boil.
To fry chicken or pancakes.
For gravy, pudding, and icing.
To cook large amounts of
vegetables.
To keep food cooking after
starting it on a higher setting.
To keep food warm until it’s
ready to serve.
SETTING
HI
6-8
5
2-4
LO