Bosch HES3053U/05, HES3053U/07, HES3053U/09, HES3063U/01, HES5053U/02 Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents
About This Manual ....... 1
How This Manual is Organized .......... 1
Safety .................. 2
Important Safety Instructions ........... 2
Getting Started .......... 5
Parts ............................... 5
Accessories ......................... 6
Control ............................. 7
Before Using the Oven for the First Time . 8
Getting the Most Out of Your
Appliance ............... 9
General Tips ......................... 9
Preheating the Oven ................... 9
Adjusting the Oven Temperature .......... 9
Rack Positions ....................... 10
Operation .............. 11
About the Appliance ................... 11
Operating the Oven .................. 11
Bake ............................... 11
Broil ................................ 13
Convection .......................... 13
Operating the Cooktop ................ 14
Using Proper Cookware ................ 15
About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop ....... 15
Types of Cooktop Elements ............. 15
Suggested Radiant Element Settings ...... 16
Single Radiant Surface Elements ......... 16
Dual Radiant Surface Elements .......... 17
Keep Warm .......................... 17
Settings ............................ 18
Setting the Clock ..................... 18
Temperature Conversion ............... 19
Setting a Silent Control Panel ............ 19
Setting Oven Lockout .................. 19
Setting the Minute Timer ................ 19
Cleaning and Maintenance 21
Cleaning ........................... 21
Self-Clean .......................... 21
Avoid These Cleaners ................. 22
Cleaning Guide ...................... 22
Cooktop Cleaning and Maintenance ....... 23
Maintenance ........................ 24
Replacing an Oven Light ............... 24
Removing the Oven Door .............. 25
Service ................ 27
Before Calling Service ................ 27
Troubleshooting Chart ................. 27
Data Plate .......................... 29
How to Obtain Service or Parts .......... 29
STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT
WARRANTY ........................ 30
BSH Home Appliances Corporation
5551 McFadden Ave.
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Questions?
1-800-944-2904
www.bosch appliances.com
We look forward to hearing from you!
About This Manual
How This Manual is Organized •
You can get the most out of your new oven by reading this
manual from beginning to end. This way, you will
systematically get to know your appliance and become
familiar with its operation and features.
The manual consists of the following sections:
• The "Safety' section provides information on how to
safely operate your oven.
• "Getting Started' introduces you to the oven
components and features.
The "Operation" section offers you step-by-step
instructions on how to operate your oven.
• In "Getting the Most Out of YourAppliance" you can
find a list of many common foods with the appropriate
oven mode, temperature, rack position and bake time.
This section also provides you with several bakeware
and preparation tips.
• "Cleaning and Maintenance" provides you with
information on how to clean and care for the various
oven parts.
• The "Service" section includes your warranty and do-it-
yourself troubleshooting tips.
• Pay special attention to the important safety
instructions in the "Safety" section.
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Safety
Important Safety Instructions
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
When properly used and cared for, your new
appliance has been designed to be safe and
reliable. Read all instructions carefully before
use. These precautions will reduce the risk of
burns, electric shock, fire and injury to
persons. When using kitchen appliances,
basic safety precautions must be followed,
including those in the following pages.
Proper Installation and Maintenance
Have the installer show you the location of the circuit
breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.
This appliance must be properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. Connect only to a properly grounded
outlet. Refer to the Installation Instructions for details.
WARNING:
• All ranges can tip.
• Injury to persons could result.
• Install anti-tip device packed with range.
• See installation instructions.
Do not operate this appliance if it is not working properly, or
if it has been damaged. Contact an authorized servicer.
Do not obstruct oven vents.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless
specifically recommended in this manual. Refer all servicing
to a factory authorized service center.
In the event of an error, the display flashes and beeps
continuously. If this happens during self-clean, disconnect
appliance from the power supply and call a qualified
technician.
In the event of an error, the display flashes and beeps
continuously. Disconnect appliance from the power supply
and call a qualified technician.
Fire Safety
Do not use aluminum foil or protective liners to line any part
of the appliance, especially the oven bottom. Installing these
liners may result in risk of electric shock or fire.
If materials insidean oven should ignite, keep door closed.
Turn off the appliance and disconnect the circuit at the circuit
breaker box.
This appliance is intended for normal household use only. It
is not approved for outdoor or other non-household uses
(including sea or air-going vessels). See the Statement of
Limited Warranty. If you have any questions, contact the
manufacturer.
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors, flammables
or nonfood products in or near this appliance. The use of
corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the
appliance and could result in injury. This appliance is
intended only for heated food preparatoin and should not be
used for any other purposes.
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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this manual. For example, never use the
appliance for warming or heating the room. Never use the
appliance for storage.
Always have aworking smoke detector near the kitchen.
In the event that personal clothing or hair catches fire, drop
and roll immediately to extinguish flames.
Have an appropriate fire extinguisher available, nearby,
highly visible and easily accessible near the oven.
Smother flames from food fires other than grease fires with
baking soda. Never use water on cooking fires.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL
INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A GREASE FIRE,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
• SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting
lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn
off the burner. EXERCISE CAUTION TO
PREVENT BURNS. Ifthe flames do notgo
out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
• NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN--You
may be burned.
• DO NOT USE WATER, including wet rags
or towels--a violent steam explosion will
result.
• Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
1) You know you have a CLASS ABC
extinguisher and you already know
how to operate it.
2) The fire is small and contained in the
area where it started.
3) The fire department is being called.
4) You can fight the fire with your back to
an exit.
Burn Prevention
DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR
SURFACES OF OVEN -- Heating elements may be hot
even though they are dark in color. Interior surfaces of an
oven become hot enough to cause burns. During and after
use, do not touch, or let clothing, potholders, or other
flammable materials contact heating elements or interior
surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool.
Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to
cause burns. Among these surfaces are oven vent
openings, surfaces near these openings and oven doors.
Exercise caution when opening the appliance. Standing to
the side, open the door slowly and slightly to let hot air and/
or steam escape. Keep your face clear of the opening and
make sure there are no children or pets near the unit. After
the release of hot air and/or steam, proceed with your
cooking. Keep doors shut unless necessary for cooking or
cleaning purposes. Do not leave open doors unattended.
Do not heat or warm unopened food containers. Build-up of
pressure may cause the container to burst and cause injury.
Use caution when cooking foods with high alcohol content
(e.g. rum, brandy, bourbon) in the oven. Alcohol evaporates
at high temperatures. There is a risk of burning as the alcohol
vapors may catch fire in the oven. Use only small quantities
of alcohol in foods, and open the oven door carefully.
Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is
cool. If a rack must be moved while oven is hot, do not let
potholder contact the heating elements.
Always use dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder
touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky
cloth.
Secure all loose garments, etc. before beginning. Tie long
hair so that it does not hang loose, and do not wear loose
fitting clothing or hanging garments, such as ties, scarves,
jewelry, or dangling sleeves.
Child Safety
When children become old enough to use the appliance, it is
the legal responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to
ensure that they are instructed in safe operation of the
appliance by qualified persons.
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit, or hang on any
part of an appliance, especially a door, warming drawer or
storage drawer. This can damage the appliance, and the unit
may tip over, potentially causing severe injury.
Do not allow children to use this appliance unless closely
supervised by an adult. Children and pets should not be left
alone or unattended in the area where the appliance is in
use. They should never be allowed to play in its vicinity,
whether or not the appliance is in use.
CAUTION:
Items of interest to children should not be stored in an
appliance, in cabinets above an appliance or on the
backsplash. Children climbing on an appliance to reach items
could be seriously injured.
Cleaning Safety
Do not clean the appliance while it is still hot. Some cleaners
produce noxious fumes when applied to a hot surface. Wet
cloths or sponges can cause burns from steam.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: The California Safe
Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the
Governor of California to publish a list of substances known
to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn
customers of potential exposure to such substances.
The burning of gas cooking fuel and the elimination of soil
during self-cleaning can generate some by-products which
are on the list. To minimize exposure to these substances,
always operate this unit according to the instructions
contained in this booklet and provide good ventilation.
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When self-cleaning, confirm that the door locks and will not
open. If the door does not lock, stop self clean operation and
contact service.
Wipe out excessive spillage before self-cleaning the oven.
Birds have very sensitive respiratory systems. Keep pet birds
out of the kitchen or other rooms where kitchen fumes could
reach them. During self-clean, fumes are released that may
be harmful to birds. Other kitchen fumes such as overheating
margarines and cooking oils may also be harmful.
Keep oven free from grease build up.
Cookware Safety
Do not place food directly on oven bottom.
Follow the manufacturer's directions when using cooking or
roasting bags.
Do not clean parts or accessories in the self-clean oven.
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Getting Started
Parts
Oven Vent
Control Panel
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Door Lock
Door Hinge
Convection Fan
Rack Position Guides
with 7 Rack Positions
Oven Bottom
Oven Vent
The oven vent is located under the left side of the control
panel. When the oven is on, warm air passes through this
vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in
the oven and good baking results. Do not block the oven
vent since it is important for air circulation. It is normal to
see steam escaping from the vent, and condensation may
collect in this area. This area may be warm when the oven
is in use.
Convection Fan (some models)
The convection fan operates during the convection mode.
When the oven is operating in a convection mode, the fan
turns off automatically when the door is opened.
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Oven Bottom
The oven bottom conceals the lower heating element. As a
result the element is protected from damage and spills.
Note:
Do not place food directly on the oven bottom.
WARNING:
Do not use aluminum foil or protective liners
to line any part of the appliance, especially
the oven bottom. Installation of these liners
may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
Accessories
CAUTION:
To avoid burns, place oven racks in desired
positions before turning oven on. Always use
oven mitts when the oven is warm. If a rack
must be moved while the oven is hot, do not
let oven mitts contact hot heating elements.
Use caution when removing oven racks from
the lowest rack position to avoid contact with
the hot oven door.
To avoid possible injury or damage to the
appliance, ensure racks are installed exactly
per installation instructions and not
backwards or upside down.
Rack
Flat Oven Rack
This rack can be used for
all cooking needs. Do not
clean in the self-clean
oven. Your oven comes
with two flat oven racks.
REMOVE ALL OVEN RACKS and parts
before starting a self-clean cycle. If the
oven racks are left in the oven and remain in
the oven cavity for a self-clean cycle, the
glide ability of the oven rack system will be
damaged and will cause all oven racks to
loose their shiny finish and or turn blue.
Remove ALl_ oven racks and clean
according to instructions provided in the Care
& Cleaning section of this manual.
Removing and Replacing Oven Racks
To remove, pull the rack forward until it stops. Lift up front
of rack and slide out. To replace, fit the rack onto the
guides on the oven walls. Tilt the front of the rack upward
and slide the rack back into place.
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Control
300 Series (models without convection bake)
500 Series
@ @
Oven Cook
Light Time
Clean On/Off Time
Clock
÷ @ @
Self Timer Start
models with convection bake)
@ @ @
Oven Cook
Light Time
@ @ @
Self Timer S[ar[
Clean On/Off Time
Clock
@ Oven
@ Preheat
@ DoorLocked
@ Oven
@ Preheat
@ DoorLocked
@ @
Bake Broil
Clear
/Off
Lock
@ @
Bake Broil
Clear
/Off
@
Convection
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Control Keypads Control Indicator Lights
Oven
Light
Clock
Self
Clean
Timer
On/Off
Bake
Broil
Lock
Convection
Use to turn the interior oven light ON
or OFF.
Use to set the time of day.
Used to enter the length of cooking
time needed.
Use to set a Self-Clean cycle.
Use to set or cancel the minute timer.
The minute timer does not start or
stop cooking.
Use to select the bake feature.
Use to select the variable broil
feature.
Door Lock icon pad activates oven
door lockout settings.
Convection is similar to Bake. Heat
comes from the lower burner and the
heat is circulated by a convection fan
(some models).
Use with the feature or function pads
to set oven temperature, bake time,
start time (when programming an
automatic start time), setting or
adjusting the clock and minute timer.
@ Oven
@ Preheat
÷ Door Locked
Note: All other indicator lights on the oven control are fea-
ture ON/OFF indicator lights.
Light will glow each time the oven
turns on to maintain the set oven
temperature.
Light will glow when the oven is first
set to operate, or if the desired
temperature is reset higher than the
actual oven temperature.
Light will flash when the oven door
locks and unlocks, the oven door
lockout is active or when the Self-
Clean cycle feature is active.
Before Using the Oven for the
First Time
Oven must be properly installed by a qualified
technician before use.
Remove all packing materials from inside and outside
the oven.
• While cool, wipe with a clean, damp cloth and dry.
• There may be a slight odor during first uses; this is
normal and will disappear.
• Optimum cooking results depend on proper cookware
being used.
• Read and understand all safety precautions and Use
and Care Manual information prior to operating.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance
General Tips
Pan Placement
Baking results are better if pans are placed in the center of
the oven. If baking more than one pan on a rack, allow at
least 1" to 1 ½" of air space around the pan. When baking
four cake layers at the same time, stagger pans on two
racks so that one pan is not directly above the other. See
Baking Layer Cakes with 1 or 2 racks.
Baking Pans and Dishes
• Glass baking dishes absorb heat. Follow
manufacturers' recommendations.
• For tender, light, golden brown crusts, use light, shiny
metal bakeware.
Dark, rough or dull pans (nonstick or anodized) will
absorb heat and result in a browner, crisper crust.
Some manufacturers recommend reducing the
temperature 25 °F when using this type of pan. Follow
manufacturers' recommendations.
• Insulated cookie sheets or bakeware may increase the
length of cooking time.
• Do not set any heavy objects on the open oven door.
• Do not keep the empty bakeware in the oven during
cooking as this changes cooking performance.
Aluminum Foil
Do not use aluminum foil or protective liners to line any part
of the appliance, especially the oven bottom. Installing
these liners may result in risk of electric shock or fire.
Preheating the Oven
• Place oven racks in desired position before heating the
oven.
• Preheat the oven in all cooking modes.
• Allow oven to preheat while preparing recipe
ingredients or food items.
• Setting a higher temperature does not shorten preheat
time.
• Once oven is preheated, place food in the oven as
quickly as possible to minimize the loss of heat and
reduction of oven temperature.
Adjusting the Oven Temperature
Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to
ensure an accurate baking temperature. For the first frew
uses, follow your recipe times and temperature
recommendations carefully. Ifyou think that the oven is
cooking too hot or too cool for your recipe times, you can
adjust the control so that the oven cooks hotter or cooler
than the temperature displayed.
To adjust oven temperature:
1. Press "BAKE".
2. Set the temperature to 550°F (287°C) by pressing and
holding the "+".
3. Within 2 seconds, press and hold "BAKE" until the 2
digit display appears. Release "BAKE". The display
now indicates the amount of degrees offset between
the original factory temperature setting and the current
temperature setting. Ifthe oven control has the original
factory calibration, the display will read "0".
4. The temperature can now be adjusted up or down 35°F
(19°C), in 5°F steps by pressing and holding the "+" or
"-". Adjust until the desired amount of offset appears in
the display. When lowering the oven temperature, a
minus sign (-) will appear before the number to indicate
that the oven will be cooler by the displayed amount of
degrees.
5. When you have made the desired adjustment, press
"Clear/Off" to go back to the time of day display.
For Best Results
• Open the door as briefly as possible to avoid
temperature reduction.
• Use the interior oven light to view the food through the
oven window rather than opening the door frequently.
• Use the Timer to keep track of cooking times.
High Altitude Baking
• When cooking at high altitudes, recipes and cooking
times will vary.
For accurate information, write the Extension Service,
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado
80521. There may be a cost for the guides. Specify
which high altitude food preparation guide you prefer:
general information, cakes, cookies, breads, etc.
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Condensation
It is normal for certain amount of moisture to evaporate
from the food during any cooking process. The amount
depends on the moisture content of the food. The
moisture may condense on any surface cooler than the
inside of the oven, such as the control panel.
Operating the Oven Light
The interior oven light will automatically turn ON when the
oven door is opened.
Press "Oven Light" to turn the interior oven light ON and
OFF whenever the oven door is closed.
The interior oven light is located at the upper left rear wall
of the oven interior and is covered with a glass shield held
by a wire holder. The glass shield must be in place
whenever the oven is in use.
To change the interior oven light, see Replacing an Oven
Light in the Maintenance section.
Recommended Rack Positions for Broiling, Baking &
Roasting
Food Rack Position
Broiling hamburgers and 6 or 7
steaks
Broiling meats, chicken or 5 or 6
fish
Cookies, cakes, pies, 4 or 5
biscuits and muffins
Frozen pies, angel food 2 or 3
cake, yeast, bread,
casseroles, small cuts of
meat or poultry
Turkey or ham 1
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Rack Positions
Operation
About the Appliance
Behind the classic design is modern and perfected
technology that ensures a high degree of efficiency. For
instance, we have further improved the distribution of heat
in the oven by using newly designed elements. The
advantage of this results in shorter cooking times, perfect
results and lower energy costs.
This oven is very convenient and easy to operate, even
with the wide variety of options. The cooking mode and
temperature can be adjusted with very little effort. The
additional functions such as Cook Time can be set at the
touch of a button in just a few seconds, and the display
always presents the most important information while you
are cooking.
Operating the Oven
Baking layer cakes with 1 or 2 oven racks "
For best results when baking cakes using 2 oven racks,
place bakeware on rack positions 2 & 5 (See Fig. 2). For
best results when using a single oven flat rack, place
bakeware on rack positions 3 or 4 (See Fig. 1).
Bake
BAKE
The Bake mode can be used to prepare a variety of food
items, from pastries to casseroles. Refer to recipe or
package directions for oven temperature and baking time.
Tips
• Preheat the oven if the recipe recommends it.
• Baking time will vary with the size, shape and finish of
the bakeware. Dark metal pans or nonstick coatings
will cook faster with darker results. Insulated bakeware
will lengthen the cook time for most foods.
• For best results, bake food on a single rack with at
least 1-11/2'' space between pans or dishes and oven
walls.
Eliminate heat loss from the oven by using the window
to periodically check food for doneness instead of
opening the door.
If multiple racks are necessary, use a maximum of 2 racks.
For cakes use rack positions 2 and 5, for cookies use rack
positions 1 and 4. Stagger pans so that one is not directly
above the other (see graphic below). See "Pan Placement'
under "General Tips" for more info. You may also consider
using a convection mode.
Bake is cooking with dry, heated air.
Both the upper and lower elements
cycle to maintain the oven
temperature.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature
from 170°F to 550°F (77°C to 287°C). The factory preset
automatic bake temperature is 350°F (177°C).
To set bake
1. Press "BAKE". "------
" appears in the display.
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2. Within5seconds,pressthe"+"or "-". The display will
show "350°F (177°C). '' By pressing and holding the "+"
or "-", the temperature can then be adjusted in 5°F
increments (1°C if the control is set to display Celsius).
3. As soon as the "+" or "-" pad is released, the oven will
begin heating to the selected temperature. When the
displayed temperature reaches the desired baking
temperature, the preheat indicator light will turn OFF
and the control will beep 3 times.
4. To cancel bake, press "Clear/Off".
To change the oven temperature after bake has
started:
1. Press "BAKE". Visually check the bake temperature
and that it needs to be changed.
2. Press the "+" or "-" pad to increase or decrease the set
temperature to the desired new oven temperature.
Note: The OVEN indicator light on the electronic display
will turn ON and OFF when using the Bake feature and
during preheat. This is normal and indicates that the
oven is cycling to maintain the selected baking
temperature. When the preheat indicator light turns
OFF, your oven is ready.
Setting timed bake and delayed timed
bake features
To program oven for a delayed start time and to shut-
off automatically (delayed Timed Bake):
1. Be sure that the clock shows the correct time of day.
2. Place the food in the oven.
3. Press "BAKE". ..... appears in the display.
4. Within 5 seconds, press the "+" or "-". The display will
show "350°F (177°C). '' By holding the "+" or "-", the
temperature can then be adjusted in 5°F increments
(1°C if the control is set to display Celsius).
5. Press "COOK TIME". ":00" will flash in the display.
6. Press the "+" or "-" until the desired baking time
appears.
7. Press "START TIME". The earliest possible start time
will appear in the display.
8. Press the "+" or "-" until the desired start time appears
in the display.
9. Once the controls are set, the control calculates the
time when baking will stop in order to start at the time
you have set.
10. The oven will turn ON at the delayed start time and
begin heating.
When the set bake time runs out
1. "END" will appear in the display window and the oven
will shut-off automatically.
2. The control will beep 3 times every 60 seconds as a
reminder until "Clear/Off" is pressed.
The "BAKE" and "START TIME" pads operate the features
that will turn the oven ON and OFF at the times you select
in advance. The oven can be programmed to start
immediately and shut off automatically (timed bake) or to
begin baking at a later time with a delayed start time
(delayed timed bake).
To program the oven to begin baking immediately and
to shut off automatically (timed bake)
1. Be sure that the clock shows the correct time of day.
2. Place the food in the oven.
3. Press "BAKE". "m m _ o,,appears in the display.
4. Within 5 seconds, press the "+" or "-". The display will
show "350°F (177°C). '' By holding the"+" or "-", the
temperature can then be adjusted in 5°F increments
(1°C if the control is set to display Celsius).
5. Press "COOK TIME". ":00" will flash in the display.
6. Press the "+" or "-" until the desired baking time
appears in the display.
7. The oven will turn ON and begin heating.
To change the oven temperature or bake time after
baking has started
1. Press the function pad you want to change.
2. Press the "+" or "-" to adjust the setting.
Note: During timed bake the preheat indicator light will not
function until the set time to start cooking is reached.
CAUTION:
Use caution with the timed bake and delayed
timed bake features. Foods that can easily
spoil such as milk, eggs, fish, meat or poultry,
should be chilled in the refrigerator first.
Even when chilled, they should not stand in
the oven for more than 1 hour before cooking
begins, and should be removed promptly
when cooking is completed.
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Broil
BROIL
Broil uses intense heat radiated from
the upper element.
approximately 5 minutes before adding food.
5. Open the oven door to the broil stop position when
broiling.
6. Broil on one side until food is browned. Turn and broil
food on 2nd side.
7. When broiling is finished press "Clear/Off'.
The Broil mode is best suited for cooking thin, tender cuts
of meat (1" or less), poultry and fish. It can also be used to
brown breads and casseroles. Always broil with the door
open.
The benefits of broiling include:
• Fast and efficient cooking.
• Cooking without the addition of fats or liquids.
Tips:
• Preheat oven for approximately 5 minutes.
• Steaks and chops should be at least 3/4"thick.
• Brush fish and poultry with butter or oil to prevent
sticking.
• Turn meats once during the recommended cooktime.
When top browning casseroles, use only metal or glass
ceramic dishes such as Corningware®.
Use the broil feature to cook meats that require direct
exposure to radiant heat for optimum browing results.
When broiling always remember to arrange the oven racks
while oven is still cool. Position the rack as suggested in
the broil settings table.
Broil Oven Rack Position Table
Food Rack Position
Note: Always pull the oven rack out to the stop position
before turning or removing the food.
CAUTION:
Should an oven fire occur, close the oven
door and turn the oven OFF. If the fire
continues, use a fire extinguisher. DO NOT
put water or flour on the fire. Flour may be
explosive.
Convection (some models)
CONVECTION
Convection feature benefits
• Foods may cook up to 25 to 30% faster, saving time
and energy.
• Multiple rack baking.
• No special pans or bakeware needed.
Convection is similar to Bake. Heat
comes from the upper and lower
heating elements. The main
difference in convection baking is that
the heat is circulated throughout the
oven by the convection fan.
Medium or well-done 7
hamburgers
Fish, medium steaks & 6
pork chops
Well-done foods such as 5
chicken
To set Broil
1. Arrange the oven rack while oven is still cool.
2. Press "BROIL". ,,m m "will appear in display.
3. Press and hold the "+" or "-" until the desired broil
setting level appears in the display. Press the "+" for HI
broil or the "-" for LO broil. Most foods may be broiled
at the HI broil setting. Select the LO broil setting to
avoid excess browning or drying of foods that should
be cooked to the well-done stage.
4. For optimum browning, preheat broil element for
How Convecton works
Convection uses a fan to circulate the oven's heat
uniformly and continuously around the oven. This improved
heat distribution allows for fast, even cooking and browning
results. It also gives better baking results when using two
racks at the same time.
Heated air flows around the food from all sides, sealing in
juices and flavors. Meats cooked with convection are
juicier. Poultry is crisp on the outside while staying tender
and moist on the inside. Breads and pastries brown more
evenly. Most foods baked in a standard oven can be
cooked faster and more evenly with Convection.
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How to use Convection
When baking:
1. For optimum cooking results it is recommended to
preheat the oven when baking foods such as cookies,
biscuits and breads.
2. Reduce oven temperature 25°F from recipe's
recommended oven temperature. Follow the remainder
of the recipe's instructions using the minimum
recommended cooktime.
3. When using 2 oven racks at the same time, place in
positions 2 & 5 for best results.
Layer cakes will have better results using the "BAKE" pad.
1. Press"Convection"..... appearsinthedisplay.
2. Within5seconds,pressthe"+"or "-'. The display will
show "350°F (177°C). '' By pressing and holding theor,
the temperature can then be adjusted in 5°F
increments (1°C if the control is set to display Celsius).
3. As soon as the"+" or "-" pad is released, the oven will
begin heating to the selected temperature. When the
displayed temperature reaches the desired baking
temperature, the preheat indicator light will turn OFF
and the control will beep 3 times.
4. To cancel Convection, press "Clear/Off".
To change the oven temperature after Convection has
started:
1. Press "Convection". Visually check the bake
temperature and see if it needs to be changed.
2. Press the "+" or "-" pad to increase or decrease the set
temperature to the desired new oven temperature.
Operating the Cooktop
Cookware material types
The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly
heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan
bottom. The most popular materials available are:
When roasting
1. Preheating is not necessary when roasting foods using
Convection.
2. Since Convection cooks food faster, reduce the
cooktime by 25% from the recommended cook time of
your recipe. Check the food at this time. If necessary,
increase cooktime until the desired doneness is
obtained.
3. Do not cover foods when roasting - this will prevent the
meat from browning properly.
4. Use the same temperature as indicated in the recipe.
Note:
When using Convection, cook time reductions may vary
depending on the amount and type of food being cooked.
Setting Convection
The oven can be programmed to Convection at any
temperature from 170°F to 550°F (77°C to 287°C). The
factory preset automatic bake temperature is 350°F
(177°C).
Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food
will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware
resists staining & pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the
ceramic cooktop, they may leave metal marks which will
resemble scratches. Remove these marks immediately.
Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily.
May leave metal marks on ceramic glass (see Aluminum).
Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking
results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.
Cast Iron - A poor heat conductor however will retain heat
very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is
reached. Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.
Porcelain-enamel on metal - Heating characteristics will
vary depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel
coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic
cooktops.
Glass - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for
ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the
glass.
To set Convection:
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Using proper cookware
The size and type of cookware used will influence the
setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow
the recommendations for using proper cookware as
illustrated in Figs. 1 & 2.
Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact
with the entire surface heating element (See Fig. 2). Check
for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the
cookware (See Fig. 1). For more information about the
ceramic cooktop see "Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance" in
the General Care & Cleaning section.
Fig. 1
The type and size of cookware, the number of surface
elements in use and their settings are all factors that will
affect the amount of heat that will spread to areas beyond
the surface elements. The areas surrounding the elements
may become hot enough to cause burns.
Element ON and Hot Surface Indicator
Lights
Your appliance is equipped with two different types of
radiant surface control indicator lights that will glow on the
backguard -- the Element On indicator light and the Not
Surface indicator lights.
The Element ON indicator lights are located on the
control panel above each radiant element control knob and
will glow when a surface element is turned ON. A quick
glance at this indicator light after cooking is an easy check
to be sure ALL surface controls are turned OFF. The Hot
Surface indicator light located on the control panel will
glow when any surface cooking area heats up and will
remain on until the glass cooktop has cooled to a
MODERATE level.
Good Cookware Poor Cookware
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About the ceramic glass cooktop
Element ON indicator Lights
_/ ___ _¢ _ Hot Surface
O
OFF (_) OFF
H HI
4 4
LO
LO MED
Note:
Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element
to cycle ON and OFF, even at the HI setting. This helps
to prevent damage to the ceramic smoothtop. Cycling
at the HI setting is normal and will occur more often if
the cookware is too small for the radiant element or if
the cookware bottom is not flat.
• Be sure to read the detailed instructions for ceramic
glass cooktop cleaning in the Cleaning and
Maintenance section of this Use & Care Manual.
The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements located
below the surface of the glass. The design of the ceramic
cooktop outlines the area of the surface element
underneath. Be sure to match the pan size with the
diameter of the element outline on the cooktop and only
flat-bottomed cookware should be used.
Types of cooktop elements
The ceramic glass cooktop has radiant surface elements
located below the surface of the glass. The patterns on the
ceramic glass will outline the size and type of element
available. The single radiant element will have one round
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outlinepatternshown(keepwarm zone is only designed to
keep food warm). The dual radiant element is flexible
because you may set just the smaller inner portion as a
single element or both inner and outer portions can be set
to heat together.
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OFF HI
3 7 2 2
2_8 4 4
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Keep Warn] Zone Single Radiant Dual Radiant
Surface Control Surface Control Surface Control
(some models) (some models)
OFF 0 OFF @
LO_HI HI _ HI
6 6
MED LO LO
Suggested settings for single and dual radiant
elements table.
Settings Type of cooking
High (HI - 9) Start most foods, bring
water to a boil, pan broiling
Medium high (7 - 8) Continue a rapid boil, fry,
deep fat fry
Medium (5 - 6) Maintain a slow boil,
thicken sauces and
gravies or steam
vegetables
Medium Low (2 - 4) Keep foods cooking,
poach, stew
Low (LO - 1) Keep warm, melt, simmer
About the radiant surface elements
The element temperature rises gradually and evenly. As
the temperature rises, the element will glow red. To
maintain the selected setting the element will cycle ON and
OFF. The heating element retains enough heat to provide a
uniform and consistent heat during the off cycle.
For efficient cooking, turn OFF the element several minutes
before cooking is complete. This will allow residual heat to
complete the cooking process.
Suggested radiant surface element
settings
The suggested settings found in the following chart are
based on cooking with medium-weight aluminum pans with
lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.
Single radiant surface elements (all
models)
To operate the single radiant element:
1. Place correctly sized cookware on single radiant
surface element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either
direction to the desired setting (See Suggested
settings for single and dual radiant elements table).
Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and
then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. The
surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on
a particular spot. Use the graphics provided as a guide
and adjust the control knob as needed. Each surface
element provides a constant amount of heat at each
setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending
beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the
cookware is too small for the surface heating area.
3. When cooking is complete, turn the radiant surface
element OFF before removing the cookware.
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CAUTION:
Radiant surface elements may appear to
have cooled after they have been turned off.
The glass surface may still be hot and burns
may occur if the glass surface is touched
before it has cooled sufficiently.
Do not place plastic items such as salt and
pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic
wrappings on top of the range when it is in
use. These items could melt or ignite.
Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could
catch fire if placed too close to the surface
elements.
Do not allow aluminum foil, or ANY material
that can melt to make contact with the
ceramic glass cooktop. If these items melt on
the cooktop, they will damage the ceramic
cooktop.
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0 OFF (_) 0
HI HI HI
SIM SIM SIM
LO LO
Heating with Inner
(small) element only
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Dual radiant surface elements (some models)
Symbols on the backguard are used to indicate which coil
of the dual radiant element will heat. The O symbol
indicates the inner coil only. The @ symbol indicates
both inner and outer coils will heat.
To operate a dual radiant element:
1. Place correctly sized cookware on dual radiant surface
element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob clockwise to
begin heating both the inner and outer portions of the
dual element. If only the inner heating portion is
needed like for smaller cookware, push in and turn the
knob counter-clockwise to start.
3. When cooking is complete, turn the dual radiant
surface element OFF before removing the cookware.
Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then
turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. The surface control
knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular mark.
Use the marks as a guide and adjust the control knob as
needed. A glowing red surface heating area extending
beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the
cookware is too small for the surface heating area.
You may switch from either element setting at any time
during cooking. See Suggested radiant surface element
settings table on previous page.
Keep warm (some models)
The purpose of the keep warm zone is to keep hot cooked
foods at serving temperature. Use the keep warm feature
to keep cooked foods hot such as; vegetables, gravies,
casseroles, soups, stews, breads, pastries and oven-safe
dinner plates.
Always start with hot food. It is not recommended to heat
cold food on the keep warm zone. All food placed on the
warming zone should be covered with a lid to maintain
quality.
For best results, when warming pastries or breads, the
cover should have an opening to allow moisture to escape.
Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt
onto the surface and be very difficult to clean. Use only
dishware, utensils and cookware recommended for oven
and cooktop use on the keep warm zone.
Setting the keep warm control
1. Push in either direction and turn the knob. The
temperatures are approximate, and are designated by
HI and LO. However, the control can be set at any
position between HI and LO for different levels of
warming.
2. When ready to serve, turn the control to OFF. The keep
warm zone will remain warm until the indicator light
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OFF
MED
Keep Warm Zone
Sur[ace Control
(some models)
Temperature selection - Refer to the Keep Warm Zone
Recommended Food Settings Table. If a particular food
is not listed, start with the medium level, and adjust as
needed. Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by
using the medium level.
Keep Warm Zone Recommended Food Settings Table
Food Item Heating Level
Breads/Pastries) LO (Low)
Casseroles LO (Low)
Dinner Plates with Food LO (Low)
Eggs LO (Low)
Gravies LO (Low)
Meats MED (Medium)
Sauces MED (Medium)
Soups (cream) MED (Medium)
Stews MED (Medium)
Vegetables MED (Medium)
Fried Foods HI (High)
Hot Beverages HI (High)
Soups (liquid) HI (High)
,_ CAUTION:
Unlike the surface elements, the keep warm
zone will not glow red when it is hot.
Always use potholders or oven mitts when
removing food from the keep warm zone as
cookware and plates will be hot.
Radiant surface elements may appear to
have cooled after they have been turned off.
The glass surface may still be hot and
burns may occur if the glass surface is
touched before it has cooled sufficiently.
Do not place plastic items such as salt
and pepper shakers, spoon holders or
plastic wrappings on top of the range
when it is in use. These items could melt or
ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons
could catch fire if placed too close to the
surface elements.
Do not allow aluminum foil, or ANY
material that can melt to make contact
with the ceramic glass cooktop. If these
items melt on the cooktop they will damage
the ceramic cooktop.
Settings
Setting the Clock
When the appliance is first plugged in, or when the power
supply to the appliance has been interrupted, the display
will flash "12:00".
To set the analog clock:
1. Press "CLOCK" once (do not hold pad down).
2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold "+" or"-" until the
desired time of day appears in the display.
Note: The clock cannot be changed during any timed bake
or self-clean cycle.
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Changing between continuous bake
setting or 12-Hour Energy Saving feature
The oven control has a built-in 12-Hour Energy Saving
feature that will shut off the oven if the control is left on for
more than 11 hours and 59 minutes. The oven can be
programmed to override this feature for continuous baking.
Changing to continuous bake setting:
1. Press and hold "TIMER On/Off" down for 5 seconds
until tone is heard, "m m hr" will appear in display for
continuous cooking. The current time of day will return
to the display.
2. To cancel the continuous bake setting, press and hold
for 5 seconds until tone is heard. "12hr" will appear in
display indicating that the control has returned to the
12-Hour Energy Saving feature.
Tem peratu re conversion
The electronic oven control is set to operate in °F
(Fahrenheit) when shipped from the factory. The oven can
be programmed for any temperature from 170°F to 550°F
(77°C to 287°C).
To change the temperature to °C (Celsius) or from °C to
°F (control should not be in a Bake or Clean mode):
1. Press "BROIL". .... appears in the display.
2. Press and hold "+" the until "HI" appears in the display.
3. Press and hold "BROIL" until °F or °C appears in the
display.
4. Press the "+" or "-" to change °F to °C or °C to °F.
5. Press any control pad to return to normal operating
mode.
Setting a silent control panel
When choosing a function, a beep will be heard each time
a pad is pressed. If desired, the control can be
programmed for silent operation. Press and hold "START
TIME". After 7 seconds, the control will beep once. This will
block the controls from sounding when a pad is pressed. To
return the sound, press and hold "START TIME" again for 7
seconds until the control beeps once.
Setting oven lockout
The control can be programmed to lock the oven door and
lockout the oven control pads.
will unlock the oven door and resume normal
operation.
To set the oven lockout feature:
(for models without Convection feature)
1. Press "Lock" and hold for 3 seconds. "Loc" will appear
in display, the "Door Locked" indicator light will flash and
the motor driven door lock will begin to close automatically.
Allow about 15 seconds for the oven door to lock. Once
the oven door is locked, the current time of day will appear
in the display.
2. To cancel the Oven Lockout feature, press "Lock" and
hold for 3 seconds. The control will unlock the oven door
and resume normal operation.
Note:
• DO NOT open the oven door while the indicator light
is flashing. Allow about 15 seconds for the oven door to
lock. Once the oven door is locked, the current time of
day will appear in the display.
• If any control pad is pressed with the oven lockout
feature active, "Loc" will appear in the display until the
control pad is released.
Setting the minute timer
1. Press "TIMER On/Off".
2. Press the "+" to increase the time in one minute
increments. Press and hold the "+" to increase the time
in 10 minute increments. The timer can be set for any
amount of time from 1minute to 11 hours and 59
minutes.
Note: If the "-" pad is pressed first, the timer will
advance to 11 hours and 59 minutes.
3. When the set time has run out, the timer will beep 3
times and will continue to beep 3 times every 60
seconds until "TIMER On/Off" is pressed.
To set the oven lockout feature:
(for models with Convection)
1. Press "Clear/Off" and "Convection" and hold for 3
seconds. "Loc" will appear in display, the "Door
Locked" indicator light will flash and the motor driven
door lock will begin to close automatically. Allow about
15 seconds for the oven door to lock. Once the oven
door is locked, the current time of day will appear in the
display.
2. To cancel the ovenlockout feature, press "Clear/Off"
and "Convection" and hold for 3 seconds. The control
To change the timer while it is in use
While the timer is active and shows in the display, press
and hold the "+" or "-" to increase or decrease the time
remaining.
To cancel the minute timer before the set time has run out
press "TIMER On/Off" once.
Note:
• The indicator light located above the "TIMER On/Off"
pad will glow while the minute timer is active.
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hourremainsonthetimer.Oncelessthan1hour
remains,thedisplaywillcountdowninminutesand
seconds.Oncethetimerhaslessthan1minute
remainingonlysecondswilldisplay.
TheminutetimerDOESNOTstartorstopthecooking
process.Itservesasanextratimerinthekitchenthat
willbeepwhenthesettimehasrunout.Theminute
timercanbeusedaloneorwhileusinganyoftheother
ovenfeatures.Whentheminutetimerisinusewithany
otherfeature,theminutetimerwillbeshowninthe
display.Toviewotherfunctions,pressthepadforthat
function.
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Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning
Self-Clean
WARNING:
During the elimination of soil during self-
cleaning, small amounts of Carbon
Monoxide can be created and the
fiberglass insulation could give off very
small amounts of formaldehyde during
the first several cleaning cycles. To
minimize exposure to these substances,
provide good ventilation with an open
window, or use a ventilation fan or hood.
Do not block the oven vents(s) during the
self-cleaning cycle. Always operate the
unit according to the instructions in the
manual.
When self-cleaning, confirm that the door
locks and will not open. If the door does
not lock, stop self-clean operation and
contact service.
racks with wax paper or a cloth containing a small
amount of salad oil (this will make the racks glide
easier into the rack position).
• Remove any excessive spillovers in the oven cavity
before starting the Self-Clean cycle. To clean, use hot,
soapy water and a cloth. Large spillovers can cause
heavy smoke or fire when subjected to high
temperatures. DO NOT allow food spills with a high
sugar or acid content (such as milk, tomatoes,
sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on the
surface as they may leave a dull spot even after
cleaning.
• Hand clean any soil from the oven frame, the door liner
outside the oven door gasket and the small area at the
front center of the oven bottom, these areas heat
sufficiently to burn soil on. Clean with soap & water.
• Prior to setting the self-Clean cycle, any spills
remaining on the oven bottom should be removed.
Important: To start a self-clean cycle immediately without a
delay, skip steps 2 & 3 in the instructions provided below.
To set the Self-Clean mode:
1. Be sure the clock displays the correct time of day.
Preparing for a Self-Clean Cycle
During Self-Clean, the oven is heated to a very high
temperature. Soil is burned off at this temperature.
Adhere to the following cleaning precautions:
• DO NOT use oven cleaners or oven protective coatings
in or around any part of the Self-Cleaning oven.
• DO NOT clean the oven door gasket. The woven
material of the oven door gasket is essential for a good
seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or
remove the gasket.
• DO NOT use any cleaning materials on the oven door
gasket. Doing so could cause damage.
• Remove all utensils and ANY ALUMINUM FOIL.
These items cannot withstand high cleaning
temperatures and will melt.
• Remove racks. See "Removing & Replacing Oven
Racks" under Accessories. If they are not removed
during the Self-Clean cycle, their color will turn slightly
blue and the finish will dull. After the cycle is complete
and the oven has cooled, rub the sides of the oven
2. Press "Start Tme". The " : " in the time of day will flash.
3. Press and hold the "+" pad to scroll to the time to start
the delayed Self-Clean cycle. Release the pad when
the desired time is displayed.
4. Press "Self Clean". "---" appears in the display.
5. Press the "+" or "-" pad once. "3:00" will appear in the
display indicating that a 3 hour self-clean time is set. To
change to a 2 hour self-clean time press "-" once (2:00
appears in the display). To self-clean using a 4 hour
clean time press "+" once (4:00 appears in display).
6. " CLn" will appear in the display during the self-clean
cycle and the "LOCK" light will glow until the self-
cleaning cycle is complete or cancelled and the oven
temperature has cooled.
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Note: As soon as the controls are set, the motor driven lock
will begin to close automatically and the "LOCK" indicator
light will flash. DO NOT open the oven door while the light
is flashing (it takes about 15 seconds for the oven door to
lock).
Avoid These Cleaners
Do not use commercial oven cleaners such as Easy Off®.
They may damage the oven finish or parts.
When the self-clean cycle has completed:
1. The time of day will appear in the display window and
the "Clean" and "LOCK" light will continue to glow.
2. Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and
the "LOCK" light has gone out, the oven door can be
opened.
3. A moist cloth is the best way to wipe out the remaining
ash from the oven.
Stopping or interrupting a self-clean cycle
If it becomes necessary to stop or interrupt a self-
cleaning cycle once it has been activated:
1. Press "Clean/Off".
2. Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and
the "LOCK" light has turned off, the oven door can be
opened.
3. Restart the Self-Clean cycle once all conditions have
been corrected.
CAUTION:
To avoid possible burns use care when
opening the oven door after the self-
cleaning cycle. Stand to the side of the
oven when opening the door to allow hot
air or steam to escape.
DO NOT force the oven door open. This
can damage the automatic door locking
system. Use caution and avoid possible
burns when opening the door after the
self-cleaning cycle has completed. The
oven may still be VERY HOT.
Note:
• Whenever the self-clean feature is active you may
check the amount of time remaining in the self-clean
cycle by pressing the "Self Clean" pad. Remember the
range door cannot be opened until the range has
cooled sufficiently. You will need to add about 1 hour to
the time displayed before you can use the range for
cooking.
• When the oven is cool, wipe away any residue or
powdered ash with a damp cloth or paper towel.
Never use scouring pads or abrasive cleaners.
Cleaning Guide
Part
Oven Rack
Fiberglass
Gasket
Glass
Painted
Surfaces
Porcelain
Surfaces
Wash with hot soapy water. Rinse
thoroughly and dry, or gently rub
with cleansing powder or soap-filled
pads as directed. DO NOT clean the
rack in the self-cleaning oven.
If the racks are cleaned in the oven
during the self clean mode, they will
loose their shiny finish and may not
glide smoothly. If this happens, wipe
the rack edges with a small amount
of vegetable oil. Then wipe off
excess.
DO NOT CLEAN GASKET.
Wash with soap and water or glass
cleaner. Use Fantastik® or Formula
409® to remove grease spatters and
stubborn stains.
Clean with hot soapy water or apply
Fantastik® or Formula 409® to a
clean sponge or paper towel and
wipe clean. Avoid using powder
cleaning agents, steel wool pads
and oven cleaners.
Immediately wipe up acid spills like
fruit juice, milk and tomatoes with a
dry cloth. Do not use a moistened
sponge/cloth on hot porcelain. When
cool, clean with hot soapy water or
apply Bon-Ami® or Soft Scrub® to a
damp sponge. Rinse and dry. For
stubborn stains, use soap-filled
pads. It is normal for porcelain to
show fine lines with age due to
exposure to heat and food soil.
Recommendations
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Part
Stainless Steel
Surfaces
Plastic & When cool, clean with soapy water,
Controls rinse and dry.
Printed areas Do not use abrasive cleansers or
(words & petroleum based solvents.
numbers)
Always wipe or rub in the direction of
the grain. Clean with a soapy
sponge, then rinse and dry, or wipe
with Fantastik® or Formula 409®
sprayed on a paper towel. Protect
and polish with Stainless Steel
Magic® and a soft cloth. Remove
water spots with a cloth dampened
with white vinegar. Use Bar Keeper's
Friend® to remove heat
discoloration.
Recommendations
• Drop heavy or hard objects on the ceramic glass
cooktop, they may cause it to crack.
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Cooktop cleaning
Cooktop Cleaning and Maintenance
WARNING:
DO NOT use a cooktop cleaner on a hot
cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to
your health, and can chemically damage
the ceramic-glass surface.
Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply some of
the cooktop cleaning cream supplied with your new
appliance. Buff with a non-abrasive cloth or no-scratch
cleaning pad. This will make cleaning easier when soiled
from cooking. The special cooktop cleaning cream leaves a
protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and
abrasions.
Sliding aluminum or copper clad bottom pans on the
cooktop can cause metal markings on the cooktop surface
(see Fig. 1). These marks should be removed immediately
after the cooktop has cooled using the cooktop cleaning
cream. Metal marks can become permanent if not removed
prior to future use.
Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic or glass) with rough or
dirty bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop surface.
CAUTION:
Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the
controls are turned OFF and the cooktop
is COOL.
For light to moderate soil:
Apply a few drops of CookTop® Cleaning Creme directly to
the cooktop. Use a paper towel or use a non-abrasive
plastic type no-scratch cleaning pad to clean the entire
cooktop surface. Make sure the cooktop is cleaned
thoroughly, leaving no residue.
For heavy, burned on soil:
Apply a few drops of CookTop® Cleaning Creme directly to
the soiled area. Rub the soiled area using a non-abrasive
plastic type no-scratch cleaning pad, applying pressure as
needed. Do not use the pad you use to clean the cooktop
for any other purpose.
If soils remain, carefully scrape soils with a metal razor
blade scraper, holding scraper at a 30 degree angle to the
surface. Remove loosened soils with cooktop cleaning
cream and buff surface clean.
Do not:
• Slide anything metal or glass across the cooktop.
• Use cookware with dirt or dirt build up on bottom;
replace with clean cookware before using.
• Use your cooktop as a cutting board or work surface in
the kitchen.
• Cook foods directly on the cooktop surface without a
pan.
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Plastic or foods with a high sugar content:
These types of soils need be removed immediately if
spilled or melted onto the ceramic cooktop surface.
Permanent damage (such as pitting of the cooktop surface)
may occur if not removed immediately.
After turning the surface elements OFF, use a razor blade
scraper or a metal spatula with a mitt and scrape the soil
from the hot surface (as illustrated). Allow the cooktop to
cool, and use the same method for heavy or burned on
soils.
Do not use the following on the cooktop:
• Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads, such
as metal and some nylon pads. They may scratch the
cooktop, making it more difficult to clean.
• Do not use harsh cleaners, such as chlorine bleach,
ammonia or oven cleaners, as they may etch or
discolor the cooktop.
• Do not use dirty sponges, cloths or paper towels, as
they can leave soil or lint on the cooktop which can
burn and cause discoloration.
Maintenance
Replacing an Oven Light
CAUTION:
Make sure the appliance and lights are
cool and power to the appliance has been
turned off before replacing the light
bulb(s). Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or burns.
Be sure the range is unplugged and all
parts are COOL before replacing light.
Wear a leather-faced glove for protection
against possible broken glass.
The light bulb is located at the rear of the oven and is
covered with a glass shield held by a wire holder. The glass
shield must be in place whenever the oven is in use.
To replace the oven light bulb:
Caution for aluminum use on the cooktop
Aluminum Foil - Use of aluminum foil on a hot cooktop
will damage the ceramic cooktop. Do not use thin
aluminum cooking utensils or allow aluminum foil to
touch the ceramic cooktop under ANY circumstances.
Aluminum utensils - The melting point of aluminum is
much lower than that of other metals. Care must be
taken when aluminum pots or pans are used on the
cooktop. If aluminum pans are allowed to boil dry when
using the cooktop, not only will the utensil be
destroyed, but it may fuse to, break or mark the
ceramic glass surface, permanently damaging the
cooktop surface.
,
Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug
the range.
2.
Press wire holder to one side to release the glass
shield.
3. Replace bulb with a new 40 watt appliance bulb.
4. Replace glass shield over bulb and snap wire holder
into place.
5. Turn power back on again at the main source (or plug
in the range back in).
6. The clock will then need to be reset. To reset, see
Setting the Clock and Minute Timer in this Use and
Care Guide.
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Removing the Oven Door
,_ CAUTION:
To remove the oven door:
When removing the door:
• Make sure oven is cool and power to the
oven has been turned off before
removing the door. Failure to do so could
result in burns.
• The oven door is heavy and fragile. Use
both hands to remove the oven door. The
door front is glass. Handle carefully to
avoid breaking.
• For safe, temporary storage, lay the door
flat with the inside of the door facing
down.
• Grasp only the sides of the oven door. Do
not grasp the handle as it may swing in
your hand and cause damage or injury.
• Failure to grasp the oven door firmly and
properly could result in personal injury or
product damage.
• Do not lay removed door on sharp or
pointed objects as this could break the
glass. Lay on a flat, smooth surface,
positioned so that the door cannot fall
over.
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Oven
Door
To replace the oven door:
Oven
Door
,
Firmly grasp both
sides of oven door
along the door sides
(Do not use the oven
door handle - see
i,
figure).
i 5.
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Close the door to the
broil stop position (the
oven door will stop
into this position just
before fully closing).
, With the oven door in
the broil stop position,
lift the oven door hinge
arms over the roller
pins located on each
side of the oven frame
(see figure).
,
Firmly grasp both
sides of oven door
along the door sides
(Do not use the oven
door handle - see
figure).
,
Be sure to read the
above CAUTION
before attempting to
remove the door.
,
Open oven door
completely (horizontal
with floor - see figure)
,
Pull the door hinge
locks on both left and
right door hinges down
from the oven frame
completely towards
the oven door (see
figure). A tool such as
a small flat-blade
screwdriver may be
required.
,
Holding the oven door
at the same angle as
the removal position,
seat the hook of the
hinge arm over the
roller pins located on
each side of the oven
door frame (see
figure). The hook of
the hinge arms must
be fully seated onto
the roller pins.
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3. Fullyopentheoven
door(horizontalwith
floor- seefigure).
4. Pushthedoorhinge
locksuptowardsand
intotheovenframeon
bothleftandright
ovendoorhinges(see
figure)tothelocked
position.
5. Closetheovendoor.
Special door care instructions - Oven doors contain
glass that can break,
Read the following recommendations:
1. Do not close the oven door until all the oven racks are
fully in place.
2. Do not hit the glass with pots, pans, or any other
object.
3. Scratching, hitting, jarring or stressing the glass may
weaken its structure causing an increased risk of
breakage at a later time.
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Service
Before Calling Service
Troubleshooting Chart
Oven Problem Possible Causes and Suggested Solutions
Oven door is locked and will not open, Turn the oven off at the circuit breaker and wait five minutes. Turn breaker
even after cooling, back on. The oven should reset itself and will be operable.
Oven is not heating. Check circuit breaker or fuse box to your house. Make sure there is proper
electrical power to the oven. Be sure oven temperature has been selected.
Baking results are not as expected.
Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper oven rack position
is used. Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate.
Allow the oven to preheat to the set temperature before placing food in the
oven. Try adjusting the recipe's recommended temperature or baking time.
If you feel the oven is too hot or cool, see "Adjusting Oven Temperature" in
this Use & Care Guide.
Appliance is not level.
Cannot move appliance easily. Appliance
must be accessible for service.
Surface element too hot or not hot Incorrect control setting. Be sure the correct control is ON for the element
enough, that you are attempting to use.
Surface element does not heat.
Oven light is not working properly. Replace or reinsert the light bulb if loose or defective. Touching the bulb
Oven light does not turn off. Check for obstruction in oven door. Check to see if hinge is bent.
Be sure floor is level, strong & stable enough to adequately support range.
If floor is sagging or sloping, contact a carpenter to correct the situation.
Poor installation. Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the
oven rack. Adjust leveling legs at base of appliance until the rack is level.
Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear not level. Be sure
cabinets are square & have sufficient room for appliance clearance.
Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly. Contact builder or installer to
make appliance accessible.
Carpet interferes with appliance. Provide sufficient space so appliance can
be lifted over carpet.
Lightweight or warped pans used. Use only flat, evenly balanced, medium
or heavyweight cookware. Flat pans heat better than warped pans.
Cookware materials and weight of the material affect heating. Heavy &
medium-weight pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly,
foods may burn easily.
with fingers may cause the bulb to burn out.
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Oven Problem
Possible Causes and Suggested Solutions
Entire appliance does not operate.
The time of day is not set. The time of day must first be set in order to
operate the oven. See "Setting the clock" in the Setting oven controls
section.
Make sure cord/plug is plugged correctly into outlet.
Service wiring is not complete. Contact your dealer, installing agent or
authorized service agent.
Electrical power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local
electric company for service.
Oven is not self-cleaning properly. Allow the oven to cool before running self-clean. Always wipe out loose
soils or heavy spillovers before running self-clean. If oven is badly soiled,
set oven for the maximum self-clean time.
Clock and timer are not working properly. Make sure there is electrical power to oven.
Oven portion of appliance does not Be sure the oven controls are set properly for the desired cooking feature.
operate. See Setting Oven Controls in this manual or read the instructions "Entire
appliance does not operate" in this checklist.
With a new oven there is a strong odor This is normal with a new oven and will disappear after a few uses.
when oven is turned on. Operating the self-clean cycle also "burns-off" the smell more quickly.
Control does not react when a key is Touch the center of the touchpad. Use the flat part of your finger.
touched.
Fan is running during modes that do not On some models, the convection fan runs while the oven is preheating for
use convection the bake mode. This is normal.
Warm air or steam escapes from oven It is normal to see or feel steam or warm air escaping from the oven vent.
vent. Do not block the vent.
Cooling fan runs even when the oven is This is normal. The cooling fan will continue to run, even after the oven has
turned off. been turned off, until the oven has cooled sufficiently.
Oven smokes excessively during broiling. Incorrect setting. Follow broiling instructions in Setting Oven Controls.
Make sure oven door is opened to broil stop position.
Meat too close to the broil element. Reposition the broil rack to provide
proper clearance between the meat & the element. Preheat the broil
element for searing.
Meat not properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining
fatty edges to prevent curling, but do not cut into lean.
Grease has built up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when
broiling frequently. Old grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking.
Flames inside oven or smoking from oven
vent.
Excessive spillovers in oven. For example this will happen for pie spillovers
or large amounts of grease left on the oven bottom. Wipe up excessive
spillovers before starting oven. If flames or excessive smoke are present
see "About broiling" in the Setting Oven Controls section.
Oven control panel beeps & displays any
F code error (for example F10, Fll, F13,
F14, F15, F30, F31 or F90).
Oven control has detected a fault or error condition. Press Clear/Off to
clear the display & stop beeping. Try the bake or broil feature again. If the F
code error repeats, remove power from appliance, wait 5 minutes and then
repower appliance and set clock for the time of day. Try the bake or broil
feature again. If the fault recurs, record fault and call for service.
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