Whirlpool WFG361LV[Q] information from Consumer Reports

Whirlpool WFG361LV[Q]

Price range:

$584.10 - $658.15

Summary: This Whirlpool freestanding gas range has the following:
• 4 surface burners
• Among surface burners, 1 high-powered burner(s).
• Grates: Cast iron.
• Touchpads for setting oven temperature.

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Type: 30-inch Gas and dual-fuel models

About - Whirlpool WFG361LV[Q]
The Whirlpool WFG361LV[Q] is part of the kitchen range test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, gas range models like the WFG361LV[Q] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Cooktop high: This reflects how quickly the most powerful burner could raise a 6-liter (6 1/3-quart) pot of water from room temperature to a near boil. Cooktop low: This reflects the gentlest burner's ability to melt and hold chocolate without scorching it. We also set the most powerful burner to its lowest flame to test its ability to hold a large pot of tomato sauce below a boil. Baking: This reflects the evenness of cookies and cakes in multi-rack baking tests.

About - Whirlpool WFG361LV[Q]

The Whirlpool WFG361LV[Q] is part of the kitchen range test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, gas range models like the WFG361LV[Q] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Cooktop high:: This reflects how quickly the most powerful burner could raise a 6-liter (6 1/3-quart) pot of water from room temperature to a near boil.
Cooktop low:: This reflects the gentlest burner's ability to melt and hold chocolate without scorching it. We also set the most powerful burner to its lowest flame to test its ability to hold a large pot of tomato sauce below a boil.
Baking:: This reflects the evenness of cookies and cakes in multi-rack baking tests.

About This Brand
This midlevel, mass-market brand sells appliances priced between $500 and $1,500. Whirlpool’s freestanding ranges offer features such as hidden bake elements, power burners, and convection technology. Whirlpool introduced a range designed specifically for the Hispanic consumer in 2006 and features English and Spanish controls, as well as a comal for heating tortillas.
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About This Brand

This midlevel, mass-market brand sells appliances priced between $500 and $1,500. Whirlpool’s freestanding ranges offer features such as hidden bake elements, power burners, and convection technology. Whirlpool introduced a range designed specifically for the Hispanic consumer in 2006 and features English and Spanish controls, as well as a comal for heating tortillas.

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Features & Specs - Whirlpool WFG361LV[Q]
High-power burners The number of surface cooking burners rated at over 11,000 Btu/hr., maximum. High-power burners are good for quickly heating large quantities, searing, and other high-temperature cooking. Some also perform well on low-heat tasks (when turned to their low setting). Mainstream ranges typically have one or two high-power burners. Pro-style ranges often have four. High-power burners	1
Medium-power burners The number of surface cooking burners with maximum output ratings over 6,500 Btu/hr but not more than 11,000 Btu/hr. Though they don't offer top speed and power, medium-power burners can generally handle all cooking tasks. Medium-power burners	2
Low-power burners The number of surface cooking burners with maximum output ratings of 6,500 Btu/hr or less (sometimes called simmer burners). These are intended for delicate tasks such as sauces. Low-power burners	1
Number of cooktop burners Total number of individual cooktop burners. Number of cooktop burners	4
Convection mode Has a convection feature that uses a fan or two to circulate heated air, and sometimes an extra heating element. The convection mode can be turned off if you prefer conventional cooking. Convection mode	No
Double oven Double oven models have a second oven cavity. Most have a separate small oven above the main one complete with its own controls, door, window, oven light, slide-out rack, and self-clean function. While the upper oven offers easy access, the main oven is relatively low; you'll need to crouch to remove items from lower shelf positions. Other designs convert a single oven into two using a slide-in partition (though with a shared door.) Double oven	No
Cooking drawer Drawer below the main oven that can cook foods (up to a few inches high), as well as warm or heat serving bowls and plates. The cooking drawer has its own temperature control so can be set to cook a dish independent of the main oven. Foods must be lifted up out of the drawer (lacks a slide-out rack), and the drawer requires manual cleaning. Cooking drawer	No
Slide-in Slides between cabinets; unfinished exterior on the sides of the range. The edge of the cooktop overlaps the counter on each side and all controls are on front panel for a built-in look. Slide-in	No
Stainless steel available Many new mainstream ranges come with stainless steel trim or offer a stainless-trim version for an additional $200 or so. Many pro-style ranges (brands such as Viking, DCS, and GE Monogram, among others) have full stainless-steel construction. Stainless steel available	Yes
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Maltesesd

from

Douglasville, GA

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great mid-price model

11/8/2011

Pros

Heats Up Quickly

High-Powered Burners

Large Surface Area

Oven heats evenly

Cons

Best Uses

Comment:

Oven has even heating throughout. My old oven would only cook well with one pan on one rack, but you can use both and food will cook evenly. Easy to use controls. Sets closer to wall, giving more space for cabinet doors to open.

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

swmnguy

from

Minneapolis, MN

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Nice oven

1/25/2011

Pros

Accurate Oven Temp

Attractive Design

Easy To Clean

Even heating

Heats Up Quickly

High-Powered Burners

Cons

All Electronic

No broiler drawer

Best Uses

Baking

Comment:

This oven came with the house we bought. I like to bake and I've had (and hated) bad ovens in the past. This one bakes very nicely and evenly; no hot or cold spots. It has a drawer on the bottom which is handy, but it doesn't have a dedicated broiler; you have to buy your own broiler tray and put it on the top rack in the oven up by the flame jets to broiler. That's a little weird. I don't think you could use the oven if the power went out; all the oven controls are electronic. You could light the range burners with a match in a pinch. Self-cleaning oven function works well. Range top cleans easily.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Railroader

from

Mehoopany,PA

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great Range

1/24/2011

Pros

Attractive Design

Easy To Clean

Heats Up Quickly

High-Powered Burners

Large Surface Area

Cons

Best Uses

Baking

Larger Kitchens

Sauteing

Smaller Kitchens

Comment:

We like this range for a number of reasons. Simple to operate would be number one. Simple to clean. Does all we ask and well. The price was very good for what we were looking for. You do not need to study the service book for hours just to figure out how to make it work. That is a big plus when you are over 60, and just want a new range that does what your old one did. However this one did it all better!

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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