Whirlpool RF303PXK Manual Do Utilizador

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Lift-up Cooktop
(on some models)
The lift-up cooktop provides easy access for cleaning beneath. 
Be careful not to drop the cooktop. Damage could occur to the 
finish and the cooktop frame. For more information, see the 
“General Cleaning” section.
To Lift:
1. Lift the cooktop by both front corners until the supports lock 
into place.
To Replace:
1. Lift the cooktop from both sides while pressing the support 
rods back to unlock them.
2. Slowly lower the cooktop into place.
Home Canning
When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface 
cooking areas, elements or surface burners between batches. 
This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.
Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking 
area or element. Canners should not extend more than 1 in. 
(2.5 cm) outside the cooking area.
Do not place canner on two surface cooking areas, elements 
or surface burners at the same time.
On ceramic glass models, only use flat-bottomed canners.
On coil element models, the installation of a Canning Unit Kit 
is recommended. If a kit is not installed, the life of the coil 
element will be shortened. See “Assistance or Service” for 
ordering instructions.
For more information, contact your local U.S. Government 
Agricultural Department Extension Office. In Canada, contact 
Agriculture Canada. Companies that manufacture home 
canning products can also offer assistance.
Cookware
IMPORTANT: Never leave empty cookware on a hot surface 
cooking area, element or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, a well-
fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy 
thickness.
Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper 
may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used 
as a base it can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is 
transferred, which affects cooking results. A non-stick finish has 
the same characteristics as its base material. For example, 
aluminum cookware with a non-stick finish will take on the 
properties of aluminum.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material 
characteristics.
OVEN USE
Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few 
times, or when it is heavily soiled.
IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to 
the fumes given off. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to 
certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and well 
ventilated room.
Oven Temperature Control
IMPORTANT: Do not use a thermometer to measure oven 
temperature. Opening the oven door and element or burner 
cycling may give incorrect readings.
The oven provides accurate temperatures; however, it may cook 
faster or slower than your previous oven, so the temperature 
calibration can be adjusted. It can be changed in Fahrenheit only.
COOKWARE
CHARACTERISTICS
Aluminum
Heats quickly and evenly.
Suitable for all types of cooking.
Medium or heavy thickness is best for 
most cooking tasks.
Cast iron
Heats slowly and evenly.
Good for browning and frying.
Maintains heat for slow cooking.
Ceramic or 
Ceramic glass
Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Heats slowly, but unevenly.
Ideal results on low to medium heat 
settings.
Copper
Heats very quickly and evenly.
Earthenware
Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Use on low heat settings.
Porcelain 
enamel-on-
steel or cast 
iron
See stainless steel or cast iron.
Stainless steel
Heats quickly, but unevenly.
A core or base of aluminum or copper 
on stainless steel provides even 
heating.