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Whirlpool RF378 Electric Kitchen Range - Page 3 Questions & Answers
Need a manual
If the model number is correct, go to mangemylife.com and type in your model number under the "Manuals" link. There are several operator and installation manuals available that you can download or print for FREE. I hope this helps you.
When I turn on any
Hello. If one or more of your burner heating elements works only
intermittently, it's probably because of worn or bad contacts in the receptacle
that the element plugs into. On most electric ranges, you can remove the element
by lifting it up several inches and firmly pulling it away from its attachment
(receptacle). Read your owner's manual to learn the correct technique for your
range.
If, after removing the element, you see that the ends of the
element that were plugged in are pitted, corroded, burned, scarred, or rusted,
replace both the element and the receptacle.
Accidently turned a knob.
unplug the unit completely from power outlet for 15 minutes.then reinsert the plug and check out.
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Opening the cook top in a Whirlpool electric range
The cooktop on this model range will lift up, exposing the surface burners and wiring harness. The screws are located along the bottom of the frotn edge of the cooktop. You will need to open the oven door to see them. Just follow these steps:
Before you begin:
1. UNPLUG the range before servicing. There are dangerous voltages still present even with burners turned off.
2. There are a few screws located under the front edge of the cook top. You will need to open the oven door to see them. Remove these screws and the top should lift up. If the range is not equipped with any kind of hinge supports, the top will have to be propped up.
On some ranges, there is a disconnect plug for the surface element wiring harness. If you have this feature, Follow these steps:
a. Unplug the cook top and leave the elements in place.
b. Place the whole cook top assembly face-down on a soft surface (like some old towels, or a blanket).
c. Remove the bad surface element by removing only the bracket pair that the affected element is attached to. Leave the rest of the elements wired together. Write down the wire color codes so you can be sure the new element is installed correctly. HINT: A digital camera can save you some time.
d. When installing the new surface element, make sure you use the same alignment marks (the numbered positions around the perimeter) as the old element. Avoid touching the burner surface and handle with care. Try to handle from the underside of the element only. Oil from your hands can cause damage to the element and/or premature failure. The elements are fragile.
If the wiring harness does NOT unplug, prop the cook top in place and install the surface element from underneath. A helpful hint: Use some duct tape to hold the assembly until you have screwed it back into place. Don't forget to remove the duct tape when completed.
If you have any questions about this repair, please let me know. You can reference searspartdirect.com for some helpful exploded view diagrams of you range for assistance if you need it. I hope you find this information helpful.
Rf368lxps1 no power not breaker or fuse
Hiya, check on the wall near the stove, normally within about 3 feet either side of the stove for another idolater switch that could have been turned off. Failing that wires could have come loose at back or inside. Best of luck
RAnges
No they have there own part numbers and parts have a differant they are not compatible sorry:)
Tried to selfclean my NEW oven but get error message F5E1
Reading all the questions and responses - I had the same problem (would press "self clean", it would run for less then a minute then give the error message), so once I saw the code was E5F1 and what it meant (thanks for whoever posted that), I just pressed on the door for the first minute of the cycle, and self-cleaning then worked. Go figure :)
Element Glows Red, can not regulate heat
you have a bad gas valve For that one specific burner. The valve is located right behing the selecter knob. You have to take all the knobs off and removve that plate to access them. You will see a switch. Remove the switch and right there is your valve. You need to turn both power and gas off when doing this repair.
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