Whirlpool WFE320M0ES Use & Care Manual

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STORAGE DRAWER OR WARMING DRAWER (on some 
models)
Check that storage drawer or warming drawer is cool and empty 
before cleaning.
Cleaning Method:
Mild detergent
OVEN CAVITY
Do not use oven cleaners on models with self-clean.
Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high 
temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching, 
pitting or faint white spots can result.
Cleaning Method:
See the “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section, if available on your 
model.
Oven Light
The oven light is a standard 40-watt appliance bulb. Before 
replacing, make sure the oven and cooktop are cool and the 
control knobs are in the off position.
To Replace:
1. Unplug range or disconnect power.
2. Turn the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven 
counterclockwise to remove.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise to remove from socket.
4. Replace bulb, then bulb cover by turning clockwise.
5. Plug in range or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 
to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
www.whirlpool.com
Operation
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
Nothing will operate
Power supply cord is unplugged.
Plug into a grounded outlet.
Household fuse is blown, or a 
circuit breaker is tripped.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem 
continues, call an electrician.
The control displays an F9 or F9 
E0 error code.
The electrical outlet in the home may be miswired. Contact a 
qualified electrician to verify the electrical supply.
Cooktop will not operate
The control knob is not set 
correctly.
Push in knob before turning to a setting.
On ceramic glass models, the 
oven control lockout is set.
See the control lock keypad feature in the “Feature Guide.”
Excessive heat around 
cookware on cooktop
Cookware is not the proper size.
Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking 
area, element or surface burner. Cookware should not extend 
more than 
¹⁄₂" (13 mm) outside the cooking area.
Cooktop cooking results not 
what expected
Control knob set to incorrect heat 
level
See “Cooktop Use” section.
Range is not level.
Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.
Cooktop element cycles on 
and off on High setting.
Element cycling due to a 
temperature limiter
This is normal operation. The element may cycle on and off to 
keep the cooktop from overheating.
Oven will not operate
Delay start is set.
See “Cook Time” section.
Control lock is on.
Press and hold START for 3 seconds to unlock.
Control is in Demo Mode.
Press and hold START TIME for 10 seconds to exit Demo 
Mode. Demo Mode is used for display models in a showroom.
Electronic oven control set 
incorrectly
See “Electronic Oven Controls” section.
Oven temperature too high or 
too low
Oven temperature needs 
adjustment.
See “Oven Temperature Control” in the “Electronic Oven 
Controls” section.
Oven indicator lights flash
Power to range is turned on or 
restored.
See “Control Display” in the “Electronic Oven Controls” 
section. If the indicator lights keep flashing, call for service. See 
cover for contact information.