Whirlpool WFE515S0EW-WW Owner's Manual

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General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and 
the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions on 
cleaning products. For additional information, you can visit the 
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of our website at 
www.whirlpool.com.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless 
otherwise noted.
EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES (on some 
models)
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should 
be cleaned as soon as the entire range is cool. These spills may 
affect the finish.
Cleaning Method:
Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing 
pad: 
Gently clean around the model and serial number plate 
because scrubbing may remove numbers.
affresh
®
 Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number 
W10355010 (not included):
See the “Accessories” section for more information.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
NOTE: To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use 
soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, 
steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels. 
Damage may occur to stainless steel surfaces, even with one-time 
or limited use.
Cleaning Method:
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
affresh
®
 Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016: 
See the “Accessories” section for more information.
Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: 
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. 
METALLIC PAINT (on some models)
Do not use abrasive cleaners, cleaners with bleach, rust removers, 
ammonia or sodium hydroxide (lye) because paint surface may 
stain. 
CERAMIC GLASS (on some models)
Cleaning Method:
Use affresh
®
 Cooktop Cleaner Part Number W10355051 and 
Cooktop Scraper Part Number WA906B to clean and remove 
stains from the cooktop. Use Cooktop Protectant Part Number 
31463A regularly to avoid stain buildup, pitting and scratching, 
while conditioning the cooktop for easier future cleaning. These 
can be ordered as accessories. See the “Accessories” section for 
more information. The Cooktop Scraper uses razor blades. Store 
razor blades out of the reach of children.
Do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, 
rust remover or ammonia because damage may occur.
Light to moderate soil
Can be cleaned with damp paper towels or sponge. Light 
stains should be addressed with cleaner and cleaning pad. 
Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup)
Clean with cooktop scraper and cooktop cleaner. Scrape off 
sugary spills while the cooktop is still warm. You may want to 
wear oven mitts while cleaning the cooktop.
Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration
Clean with Cooktop Cleaner or nonabrasive cleaner and 
cleaning pad.
Burned-on soil
Clean with Cooktop Cleaner, Cleaning Pad and Cooktop 
Scraper.
Metal marks from aluminum and copper
Clean with Cooktop Cleaner and Cleaning Pad as soon as 
cooktop has cooled down. The marks will not totally disappear, 
but after many cleanings they will become less noticeable.
Tiny scratches and abrasions
Use Cooktop Cleaner and Cleaning Pad for scratches. 
Scratches and abrasions do not affect cooking performance, 
and after many cleanings they will become less noticeable.
COOKTOP CONTROLS
To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool, 
abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.
To avoid damage, do not soak knobs. 
When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the OFF position.
On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.
Cleaning Method:
Soap and water: 
Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.
CONTROL PANEL AND OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive 
cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper 
towels.
Cleaning Method:
Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: 
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on 
panel.
affresh
®
 Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number 
W10355010 (not included):
See the “Accessories” section for more information.
OVEN RACKS
Cleaning Method:
Steel-wool pad
For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide, a light 
coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help 
them slide.
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 “Steam Clean” and “Self-Cleaning Cycle” sections.