Whirlpool 9762354A - Manuel (Page 12)

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Choice Bake ® Function
(on some models)
The CHOICE BAKE ® function reduces top heat in the oven during
cooking. It is ideal when baking pies, breads and casseroles and
when roasting meat and poultry.
During traditional baking and roasting, the bake and broil
elements or burners cycle on and off at intervals. When CHOICE
BAKE
® is selected, the broil element or burner cycles on less
frequently. This reduces top browning of foods and allows you
more customized control of your cooking results.
To Use:
1. Press CHOICE BAKE ® function.
Press the TEMP “up” or “down” arrow pads to set a
temperature other that 350°F (175°C) in 5° increments.
The bake range can be set between 170°F and 500°F
(75°C and 260°C).
2. Press START.
The temperature can be changed after this step by pressing
the TEMP “up” or “down” arrow pads and then pressing
START.
3. Press OFF/CANCEL when finished cooking.
To use the CHOICE BAKE ® function during a regular Bake cycle
to acheive less top browning, press CHOICE BAKE ® cycle, set
the desired temperature and press START.
Broiling
Broiling uses direct radiant heat to cook food. Changing the
temperature when Custom Broiling allows more precise control
when cooking. The lower the temperature, the slower the
cooking. Thicker cuts and unevenly shaped pieces of meat, fish
and poultry may cook better at lower broiling temperatures.
■ For best results, use a broiler pan and grid (provided on some
models). They are designed to drain juices and help avoid
spatter and smoke.
If your model does not have a broiler pan, one may be
ordered. See “Assistance or Service” section to order. Ask for
Part Number 4396923.
■ For proper draining, do not cover the grid with foil. The
bottom of the pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier
cleaning.
■ Trim excess fat to reduce spattering. Slit the remaining fat on
the edges toavoid curling.
■ Pull out oven rack to stop position before turning or removing
food. Use tongs to turn food to avoid the loss of juices. Very
thin cuts of fish, poultry or meat may not need to be turned.
■ After broiling, remove the pan from the oven when removing
the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated
oven, making cleaning more difficult.
Before broiling, position rack according to the Broiling Chart. It is
not necessary to preheat the oven before putting food in unless
recommended in the recipe. Position food on grid in the broiler
pan, then place it in the center of the oven rack. Close the door.
To Broil:
1. Press CUSTOM BROIL.
2. Press START or START/ENTER.
3. Press CANCEL or OFF/CANCEL when finished.
To Custom Broil:
1. Press CUSTOM BROIL.
2. Press TEMP “up” or “down” arrow pad to change the
temperature in 5°F (5°C) amounts. The broil range can be set
between 300°F (150°C) and HI (525°F [275°C]).
3. Press START or START/ENTER.
4. Press CANCEL or OFF/CANCEL when finished.
BROILING CHART
For best results, place food 3" (7 cm) or more from the broil
burner. Times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted
for individual tastes. Recommended rack positions are numbered
from the bottom (1) to the top (5). For diagram, see the
“Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.
*Place up to 9 patties, equally spaced, on broiler grid.
Warm Hold
(on some models)
IMPORTANT: Food must be at serving temperature before
placing it in the warmed oven. Food may be held up to 1 hour,
however breads and casseroles may become too dry if left in the
oven during Warm Hold.
FOOD
RACK
POSITION
Approximate
Time (minutes)
SIDE 1 SIDE 2
Steak
1" (2.5 cm) thick
medium rare
medium
well-done
4
4
4 14-15
15-16
18-19 7-8
8-9
9-10
Ground meat patties*
³⁄₄" (2 cm) thick
well-done
4 13-14 6-7
Pork chops
1" (2.5 cm) thick
4 21-22 10-11
Ham slice, precooked
¹ ₂" (1.25 cm) thick 4 8-10 4-5
Frankfurters 4 6-7 3-4
Lamb chops
1" (2.5 cm) thick
4 15-17 8-9
Chicken
bone-in pieces
boneless breasts
3
4 18-20
12-16 18-20
11-16
Fish
Fillets
¹ ₄-¹ ₂" (0.6-1.25 cm) thick
Steaks
³ ₄-1" (2-2.5 cm) thick
4
4
8-10
15-18
4-5
7-9
WARNING
Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before
or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.