Whirlpool SELF-CLEANING SLIDE-IN GAS RANGES User manual

JOB AID
Part No. 4322500
WHIRLPOOL
SELF-CLEANING
SLIDE-IN GAS RANGES

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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repair
made on our products by anyone other than Authorized Factory Service
Technicians.
Copyright 1999, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
FORWARD
This Job Aid, “Self-Cleaning Slide-In Gas Ranges,” (Part No. 4322500), provides the technician
with information on the installation, operation, and service of Whirlpool Self-Cleaning Slide-In
Gas Ranges. It is to be used as a training Job Aid and Service Manual. For specific information on
the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,” or “Tech Sheet” provided with the
range.
The Wiring Diagrams and Strip Circuits used in this Job Aid are typical and should be used for
training purposes only. Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when servicing
the unit.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goal of this Job Aid is to provide detailed information that will enable the service technician to
properly diagnose malfunctions and repair Self-Cleaning Slide-In Gas Ranges.
The objectives of this Job Aid are to:
• Understand and follow proper safety precautions.
• Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions.
• Successfully perform necessary repairs.
• Successfully return the range to proper operational status.

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Table of Contents
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................. 1-1
INSTALLATION HIGHLIGHTS ................................................................................................ 2-1
Gas Supply Requirements ................................................................................................. 2-1
Electrical Requirements ..................................................................................................... 2-3
Converting The Range For Use With L.P. Gas.................................................................. 2-4
Moving The Range ............................................................................................................ 2-7
PRODUCT OPERATION ........................................................................................................ 3-1
Electronic Ignition System ................................................................................................. 3-1
Air Flow — Rear Panel ...................................................................................................... 3-2
Cooling Fan Air Flow ......................................................................................................... 3-3
The Bimetal Switches ........................................................................................................ 3-4
The Door Lock Solenoid & Door Latch Switch................................................................... 3-5
How The Self-Clean Cycle Works ..................................................................................... 3-6
COMPONENT ACCESS ......................................................................................................... 4-1
Component Locations ........................................................................................................ 4-1
Removing The Maintop...................................................................................................... 4-2
Removing The Electronic Oven Control & The Control Panel ........................................... 4-4
Removing A Gas Valve, An Ignitor Switch, & A Bimetal Switch ........................................ 4-6
Removing A Spark Ignitor & A Burner Base ...................................................................... 4-8
Removing The Oven Bake & Broil Burners & Ignitors ..................................................... 4-10
Removing The Oven Light Assembly .............................................................................. 4-12
Removing The Oven Door Gasket................................................................................... 4-13
Removing The Oven Light Switch ................................................................................... 4-14
Removing The Spark Module & The Cooling Fan ........................................................... 4-16
Removing The Oven Temperature Sensor &
The Door Latch Assembly Components ....................................................................... 4-18
Removing The Gas Pressure Regulator & Safety Valve ................................................. 4-20
Removing The Oven Door Glass ..................................................................................... 4-22
Removing The Outer Oven Glass.................................................................................... 4-24
Removing The Inner Oven Glass .................................................................................... 4-25
COMPONENT TESTING ........................................................................................................ 5-1
DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................... 6-1
WIRING DIAGRAMS & STRIP CIRCUITS.............................................................................. 7-1
TECH TIPS ............................................................................................................................. 8-1
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WHIRLPOOL MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS
MODEL NUMBER
MODEL NUMBER
INTERNATIONAL SALES IND.
OR MARKETING CHANNEL
IF PRESENT
GW395LEGQ
PRODUCT GROUP:
R = ELECTRIC RANGES
S = GAS RANGES
G = WHIRLPOOL GOLD RANGE
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:
A = ACCESSORY K = KITS
B = BUILT-IN M = MV COMBO
C = COOKTOP S = SET-IN
E = EYE-LEVEL W = SLIDE-IN GAS
F = FREESTANDING Y = SLIDE-IN ELECTRIC
H = HOODS
MODEL SIZE:
3 = 30" SLIDE-IN
4 = 40" SLIDE-IN
5 = 36" SLIDE-IN
6 = 30" SET-IN RANGES
OVEN TYPE:
0 THRU 3 = STANDARD PORCELAIN
4 THRU 9 = PYROLYTIC SELF-CLEAN
FEATURE / VARIATIONS:
ELECTRIC
0, 1, 2, 5, 7 = COIL ELEMENTS
4 = STANDARD PATTERN CERAMIC
6, 8, 9 = DELUXE PATTERN CERAMIC
GAS
0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 = OPEN BURNER
5 & 7 = SEALED BURNER
DOOR TYPE:
B = SOLID BLACK GLASS
L = LARGE WINDOW
O = METAL OVEN DOOR
P = STANDARD WINDOW GLASS
FEATURE CODE:
E = ELECTRONIC IGNITION (GAS ONLY)
S = STANDING IGNITION (GAS ONLY)
C = COLOR COORDINATED GLASS (BEFORE 1998)
X = NOT DEFINED
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION:
G = 1998 H = 1999 J = 2000
COLOR CODE:
B = BLACK W = WHITE
N = ALMOND Z = ALMOND ON ALMOND
Q = WHITE ON WHITE
SERIAL NUMBER X H 07 1 2 3 4 5
OXFORD
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION:
H = 1998, J = 1999, K = 2000
WEEK OF PRODUCTION
(7th WEEK)
PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL
AND WIRING DIAGRAM LOCATIONS
The Model/Serial Number label and Wiring Diagram locations are shown below.
MODEL/SERIAL
NUMBER LABEL
(behind top left side
of storage drawer)
Wiring Diagram
(on back cover)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
Important safety messages have been provided in this Job Aid. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word
“WARNING.”
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell
you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
WARNING: If the information in this Job Aid is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
•Do not try to light any appliance.
•Do not touch any electrical switch.
•Do not use any phone in your building.
•Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Brand Whirlpool
US GAS MODEL # GW395LEG Q/Z/B
CANADIAN GAS MODEL # YGW395LEG Q/Z
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Cleaning System Self-Clean
Burner Type Sealed
Broiler Type Waist High - Log
Oven Controls EZ300
DIMENSIONS
Height to Maintop 36"
Depth-Overall 24.5"
Door Swing 21.75"
Depth with Handle 26.75"
Approx Shipping Weight 195 lbs
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES
Control Panel Glass Color Wht/Alm/Blk - Glass
Control Panel Color Wht/Alm/Blk
Panel Contruction/Shape Glass-square
Oven Control Location Center
Oven Controls EZ300
Oven Light US Yes-in control
Oven Light CND Yes-in control
Oven Heating Light Indicator in Oven Control
Surface Unit Indicator Light N/A
Safety Gas Shutoff No
COOKTOP FEATURES
Cooktop Type Porcelain
Drip Pans N/A
Burner Type Sealed
Gas Valve Rotation CCW - 210 Low
Burner BTU: Right Front 6K BTU
Burner BTU: Left Front 12K BTU
Burner BTU: Right Rear 12k BTU
Burner BTU: Left Rear 6K BTU
Burner Ignition Electronic
L.P. Convertible Yes-kit included
Grate Type Q Cast-Grey/Blk/Blk
Burner Cap Type Porcelain - Grey/Blk/Blk
OVEN FEATURES
Oven Type Self-Clean
Broiler Type Waist High - Log
Broiler Output 9.5K BTU
Bake Output 15K BTU
Accubake System Yes
Broil Pan - Storage Rails Yes
Auto Oven Light Yes
Manual Oven Light Auto
Lower Storage Drawer Yes
LITERATURE
Tech Sheets/Wiring Diagrams Yes
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
AGA/CGA approval Yes
Anti-Tip Shipped w/ Unit Floor Bracket

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— NOTES —

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INSTALLATION HIGHLIGHTS
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Explosion Hazard
Use a new AGA approved gas supply line.
Install a shutoff valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to LP gas, have a qualified
person make sure gas pressure does not
exceed 14 " water column.
Examples of a qualified person includes
licensed heating personnel, authorized
gas company personnel, and authorized
service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explo-
sion, or fire.
WARNING
Observe all governing codes and ordi-
nances.
Flexible Gas Supply Line
1. This installation must conform with local
codes and ordinances. In the absence of
local codes, installations must conform
with American National Standard, National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1—latest edi-
tion* or CAN/CGA-B149—latest edition**
installation codes.
2. Input ratings shown on the model/serial
rating plate are for elevations up to 2,000
feet (609.6 m). For elevations above 2,000
feet (609.6 m), ratings are reduced at a
rate of 4% for each 1,000 feet (304.8 m)
above sea level. (Not applicable for
Canada.)
3. This range is equipped for use with Natu-
ral gas. It is design-certified by A.G.A./
C.G.A. for Natural and L.P. gas with ap-
propriate conversion. Conversion to L.P.
gas can be made using the kit included in
the literature package. The model/serial
rating plate, located on the oven frame
behind the storage drawer panel, has in-
formation on the type of gas that can be
used. If this information does not agree
with the type of gas available, check with
your dealer.
4. Provide a gas supply line of 3/4" (1.9 cm)
rigid pipe to the range location. A smaller
size pipe on long runs may result in insuf-
ficient gas supply. Pipe-joint compounds
appropriate for use with L.P. gas must be
used. With L.P. gas, piping or tubing size
can be 1/2" (1.3 cm) minimum. L.P. gas
suppliers usually determine the size and
materials used on the system.
5. If local codes permit, a new A.G.A./C.G.A.
design-certified, 4-5 foot (122 -152.4 cm)
long, 1/2" (1.3 cm) or 3/4" (1.9 cm) I.D.,
flexible metal appliance connector is rec-
ommended for connecting this range to
the gas supply line. Do Not kink or damage
the flexible tubing when moving the range.
A 1/2" (1.3 cm) male pipe thread is needed
for connection to pressure regulator fe-
male pipe threads.

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Rigid Pipe
9. Line pressure testing:
Testing above 1/2 psi (gauge)
The range and its individual shutoff valve
must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing
of that system at test pressures greater
than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Testing at 1/2 psi (gauge) or lower
The range must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing its indi-
vidual manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or less
than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained
from:
* American Gas Association
1515 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia 22209
** Canadian Standard Association
178 Rexdale Boulevard
Etobicoke (Toronto), Ontario M9W 1R3
6. The supply line shall be equipped with an
approved shutoff valve. This valve should
be located in the same room, but external
to the range, and should be in a location
that allows ease of opening and closing.
Do Not block access to shutoff valve.
manual shutoff valve
OPEN position
to range
gas supply line
7. If rigid plpe is used as a gas supply line, a
combination of pipe fittings must be used
to obtain an in-line connection to the range.
All strains must be removed from the sup-
ply and fuel lines so the range will be level
and in line.
8. The regulator setting must be checked at
a minimum of 1 inch water column above
the manifold pressure. The inlet pressure
to the regulator should be as follows for
operation:
Natural gas:
Manifold pressure — 5 inches
Maximum pressure — 14 inches
L.P. gas:
Manifold pressure—10 inches
Maximum pressure—14 inches