Clean begins with steam
Chances are, your passion for cooking at home doesn't include a whole lot of enthusiasm for cleaning up once the meal is finished. And, heck, who can blame you? Taking your aversion to cleaning seriously, the Whirlpool WFE371LVB electric freestanding range sports a variety of design features that help keep cleanup as simple and hassle-free as possible. First on the list: steam. Working its magic in under 30 minutes, the WFE371LVB's unique SteamClean self-cleaning option uses steam to spot clean the oven's interior, making short work of minor spills and helping reduce the number of times you run the standard self-clean cycle when used regularly. Second, the CleanTop® ceramic-glass cooktop offers one smooth, continuous cooking surface. Because there aren't and cracks or crevices for spills to leak into, cleanup is as easy as wiping with a cloth. Finally, the same could be said for the WFE371LVB's hidden bake element. Because the oven's bake element is concealed beneath the oven floor, spills land on the oven bottom instead of on the active element, minimizing burnt-on messes and smoking. Again, clean-up is as easy as wiping with a cloth, whether after a minor spill or after running the standard self-clean cycle.
Even heating, Part I: The range
You've got a versatile assortment of saucepans, frying pans, and stockpots, in a variety of sizes — great for tackling whatever dish strikes your culinary fancy. So why shouldn't your rangetop offer equal versatility? Matching pan size and burner size is important for evenly heating your pans, and even heating, in turn, is essential for achieving the results you seek. With its five-burner configuration — including a dual-size burner — the WFE371LVB serves up a diverse range of surface elements designed to meet your needs. Stewing up a big pot of meat and vegetables? Look to the 12", 3,000W element for ample space and power for even your largest stockpot. Whether you're going to sear that pork loin before roasting it in the oven, or you want to reduce an apple and fennel compote to server on the side, the dual-size 6"/9", 1,400W/3,000W element has you covered. Further, while two additional 6" elements are great for boiling water for pasta, heating water for tea, or steaming vegetables, the 6" warming element is ideal for keeping sauces at a simmer until the rest of the meal is ready.
Even heating, Part II: AccuBake®
Given the sheer volume of the WFE371LVB's 5.3 cu. ft. Super Capacity oven compartment, you need to know that the baking temperature will remain consistent and even throughout the baking cycle. Whirlpool's AccuBake® temperature management system uses a sensor to monitor temperature conditions within the oven and alternates use of the bake and broil elements — or uses both simultaneously — to help you achieve uniform baking results.
Whirlpool Range (July 03, 2012)
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Reviewed By: Cristine G. - Billings, MT
I love my range, so much better than what I had! The stove top is wonderful and really like the warming element. I would recommend this range to anyone.
Whirlpool Ranges WFE371LVQ (June 25, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Patricia P. - Missoula, MT
This is a great product. I especially like the steam clean feature on the oven. And, the light showing that the cooktop is still hot after the burners are shut off.
Nice Stove (April 25, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Mike W. - Billings, MT
Seems to be a decent stove, 1. problem, the glass surface seems to scratch easily, and hard to get clean in spots, and that is with light cooking. first glass top, not sure what to expect as for durability.
Comparison Specifications
- Oven capacity: 5.3 cu. ft.
- Type of elements: Radiant burners / One 12" element (3,000W) / One 6"/9" dual-size element (1,400W/3,000W) / Two 6" elements (1,200W, 1,000W) / One 6" warming element
- Cooking surface: Eco-friendly CleanTop® ceramic-glass cooking system
- Broiling system: 3,400W broil element / Custom broil
- Rack system: 2 racks
- Door design: EasyView™ extra-large glass door window / Automatic door latch
- Safety benefit: Control lock-out function
Additional Specifications
- Bake element: 2,400W hidden bake element
- Self-cleaning: SteamClean option / Standard variable-time self-cleaning
- Temperature management system: AccuBake®
- Delay bake
- Oven hold warm
- Oven light
- Time-of-day clock
- Storage drawer
Dimensional Specifications
- Dimensions: 29.88" W x 46.88" H x 27.53" D
- Weight: Approximately 155 lbs
Whirlpool WFE371LVB Warranty Details
Limited 1-year parts and labor warranty
