Crosley BEC212ES3, BEC212ES1, BEC212ES2 Owner’s Manual

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CONTENTS Page

Product Registration .......................................................2

Important Safety Instructions ..................................... 3-4

Installation Instructions ..............................................5-6

Oven Light ......................................................................6

Surface Light .................................................................. 6

Circuit Protection ............................................................7

Setting SurfaceControls ................................................. 7

Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils ................................ 7

Specialty Pans & Trivets.................................................. 8

CanningTips & Information ........................................... 8

Indicator Light ................................................................9

Oven Baking.................................................................... 9

Air Circulation................................................................ 10

Broiling ..........................................................................10

Oven Settings................................................................ 10

CeramicGlassCooktop ........................................... 11-14

Cleaningthe appliance............................................ 15-17

ToRemove and Replacethe Oven Door........................ 17

RemovableOuter Door Glass Panel.............................. 18

Warmer Drawer (some models)............................... 19-20

Avoid ServiceChecklist ........................................... 21-24

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 318200426(0204) Rev.B

Product Registration

The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD should be filled in

completely, signed and returned to the address appearing on this card.

Thank you for choosing this appliance. The information contained within this Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your range. Please read through the information contained inyour literature pack to learn more about your new appliance.

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record in the space provided belowthe model and serial numbers. The numbers are found on the serial plate located atthe right of the range frame andarevisible when the drawer isopen.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:

This Owner's Guide contains general operating instructions for your range and feature information for several models. Your range may not have all the described features. The graphics shown are representational. The graphics on your range may not look exactly like those shown.

Note: The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

Important: Keep a copy of your bill of sale. The date on the bill establishes the warranty period service be required. Placeit where it can be easily retrieved. If service is performed while the appliance is under warranty, you may have to show your bill of sale.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

Save these instructions for future reference.

This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. Here isa brief explanation of these symbols.

This symbol will help you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage. This symbol will help you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.

• Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using the range. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the

range. Never allow children to play with packaging material.

• Proper Installation--Be sure your appliance is properly in- stalled and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance

with CSA C22.1 PART 1 -- latest edition and local code requirements. Install only per installation instructions provided

in the literature package for this range.

Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the electrical

power to the range at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency.

• User Servicing -- Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals.

All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the range.

• Never modify or alter the construction of a range by remov- ing panels, wire covers or any other part of the product.

Stepping, leaning or sitting on the door or

drawer of this range can result in serious injuries and may also cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to climb or play around the range. The weight of a child on an open door may cause

the range to tip, resulting in serious burns or other injury.

Do not use the oven for storage.

• Storage in or on Appliance -- Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven, near surface units or in the storage drawer. This includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the range. Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or

property damage.

Do not store items of interest to children in the

cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range. Children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously

injured.

• Do not leave children alone. Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where an appliance is in use. They

should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS, AREAS NEAR THESE UNITS, OVEN HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE OVEN. Both surface units and oven heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they have had sufficient time to cool.

Among these areas are the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, the oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings, oven

door and window.

• Wear Proper Apparel -- Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces.

Never use your appliance for warming or

heating the room.

• Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires--Smother the fire with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry chemical or

foam-type extinguisher.

• When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or greasemay catch fire if allowed to become too hot.

• Use Only Dry Potholders -- Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let the

potholders touch hot heating surface units or interior oven elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a potholder.

• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers--Build-up of pres- sure may cause the container to burst and result in injury.

• Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to be stored or discarded.

• IMPORTANT--Do not attempt to operate the oven during a power failure. If the power fails, always turn the oven off. If the oven is not turned off and the power resumes, the oven will begin to operate again. Food left unattended could catch fire or

spoil.

Electronic controllers can be damaged by cold

temperatures. When you use your range for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period of time, make sure that it has been exposed to a temperature above 0°C/32°F for at least

3 hours before connecting it to the power supply.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING

YOUR COOKTOP

• Know which knob controls each surface heating unit.

• Use Proper Pan Size -- This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes. Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit. The use of

undersized utensils will expose a portion of the surface heating unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to the surface unit will also improve efficiency.

• Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Should Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units -- To reduce the risk of

burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil.

• Never Leave Surface Units Unattended -- Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite, or a pan that has

boiled dry may melt.

• Protective Liners -- Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottom or any other part of the range. Only use aluminum foil as

recommended for baking if used as a cover placed on the food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in a

risk of electric shock or fire or a short circuit.

• Glazed Cooking Utensils -- Only certain types of glass, glass/ ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suit- able for rangetop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Check the manufacturer's recommenda- tions for rangetop use.

FOR GLASS COOKTOPS ONLY

• Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop -- If cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken

cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.

• Clean Cooktop with Caution -- If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid a steam

burn. Some cleaners can produce harmful fumes if applied to a hot surface.

• Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven is vented between the cooktop and the backguard. Touching the surfaces

in this area when the oven is operating may cause severe burns. Also, do not place plastic or heat-sensitive items on or near the oven vent. These items could melt or ignite.

• Placement of Oven Racks. Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. Remove all utensils from the rack

before removing rack. If rack must be moved while oven is hot, use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot oven

element or interior of the oven.

• Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan and grid allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the high heat of the broiler.

• Do not cover the broiler grid with aluminum foil. Exposed fat and grease could ignite.

• Do not touch a hot light bulb with a damp cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Disconnect the range or turn off

the power to the range before removing and replacing light bulb.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR

CLEANING YOUR RANGE

• Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Exhaust fan ventilation hoods and grease

filters should be kept clean. Do not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire. Refer to the hood manufacturer's instructions for cleaning.

• Cleaners/Aerosols -- Always follow the manufacturer's recom- mended directions for use. Be aware that excess residue from

cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and/or injury.

SELF-CLEANING OVENS:

• Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts of the oven listed in this owner's guide. Before self-cleaning the oven,

remove the broiler pan and any utensils stored in the oven.

• Do not clean the oven door gasket. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR

OVEN

• Use Care When Opening Door -- Stand to the side of the range when opening the door of a hot oven. Let hot air or steam escape

before you remove or replace food in the oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not use oven cleaners. No oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any

part of the oven.

• Remove oven racks. Oven racks colour will change if left in the oven during a self-cleaning cycle.

The health of some birds is extremely sensitive

to the fumes given off during the self-clean cycle of any range. Move birds to another well ventilated room.

Installation Instructions

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified technician.

IMPORTANT: Save for the local electrical inspector's use.

Read and save these instructions for future reference.

Clearances and Dimensions a. Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surface (1.3cm (1/2") to the cabinet side walls and

the rear wall). b. Location--Check location where the range will be installed. Check for proper electrical supply and the stability of floor. c. Dimensions that are shown must be used. Given dimensions provide minimum clearance. Contact surface must be solid and

level.

FRONT SIDE

VIEW VIEW

Minimum to 1.3 cm

walE on eithel (18") eithel side of

side of range. /

_ange.

rangetop.

RANGE

24" 61 cm

30" 76.2 cm

_- A

122 cm (48")

24"

30"

DIMENSIONS

B C

63.5 cm 61 cm 25" 24"

78.7 cm 76.2 cm 31" 30"

_ crn (26")

Maximum

76.2 cm (30") Minimum clearance between the top of the cooking surface and the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal cabinet; or 61 cm (24") Minimum when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not lessthan 0.64 cm (1/4") flame retardant millboard covered with not lessthan 0.038 cm (0.015") stainless steel, 0.061 cm (0.024") aluminum or 0.051 cm (0.020") copper. 1.3 cm (1/2") clearance isthe minimum for the rear and sides of the range. Follow all dimension requirements provided above to prevent property damage, Potential fire hazard, and incorrect countertop and cabinet cuts.

To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surface units, cabinet storage space located above the

surface units should be avoided. If cabinet storage is to be provided, the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 12.7 cm (5") beyond the bottom of the cabinets.

Electrical Hook-Up

This appliance must be connected to a grounded 120/240 volt or 120/208 volt Range outlet. If no

outlet is available, have one installed by a qualified electrician.

Location Setyour new range 1.3 cm (1/2") away from the rear wall and line it up with

the kitchen counters. Make sure there is at least 1.3 cm (1/2") of clearance between each side of the range and the kitchen counters. Allow 7.6 cm (3 ")

rain. clearance between your range and the refrigerator, if they are side by side.

Leveling For good baking results, your range should be level. Screw type leveling legs are provided at each corner of the range at the base. Remove the storage drawer to adjust the leveling legs. (Refer to Storage Drawer section).

30" Models 24" Models

Installation Instructions (continued)

To level the range:

1. Usea 1-1/4" open end key or an adjustable wrench to equally unscrew the four leveling legs two to three turns each.

2. Install an oven rack in the center of the oven.

3. Move the range to its final position, then put a spirit level on the rack to check for levelness. Take two readings, one with the level placed diagonally first in one direction, and then the

other.

4. Usethe 1-1/4" key or wrench to adjust the leveling legs.Turneach one until the range stands firm without wobbling.

5. Some models are supported by smooth glide rollers to facilitate moving.

UNLOCK

LOCKING THE FRONT ROLLERS

(some of the 30" models only)

If floor is flat and level, open the drawer and lower the front roller locking levers (some models) to prevent the range from moving. If floor is not flat or level or if this model has rollers without locking levers, usethe 4 leveling legsto level, support and prevent the range from moving.

Oven Light

Do not turn the oven light on during the self-cleaning cycle. High

temperature will reduce lamp life.

On some models an interior oven light will turn on automatically when the oven door is opened. The oven light may be turned on when the door isclosed by using the oven light switch located on

or underneath the control panel. On a self clean oven the lamp is covered with a glass shield held in place by a wire holden

THIS GLASS SHIELD MUST BEIN PLACEWHENEVER THE OVEN IS IN USE.

To replace the light bulb:

BE SUREOVEN IS COOL.

1. Turn the power off at the main source.

2. Wear a leather-faced glove for protection against possible broken glass.

3. Replacebulb with a40 watt appliance bulb only.

4. Forself-cleaning oven, presswire holder to one side to releaseglass shield, change bulb and besure to replace glass shield.

Surface Light

(some models)

elements are cool.

Be sure all surface element control knobs are turned off "0" and

Use switch located on or underneath the control panel to turn the surface light ON/OFE Replace the surface light, if after repeated attempts to turn it on you are not successful.

30" RANGE SURFACE LIGHT REPLACEMENT (some models) To remove and replace the fluorescent light:

1. Place your fingers under the tube at approximately 20.3 cm (8") from each end.

2. To remove, turn the tube 90° then pull it down and out of its sockets.

3. To replace the tube, engage the new tube into the sockets, then rotate and snap the tube in

30" Models

place. Turn on the surface light to make sure it will lit.

24" RANGE SURFACELIGHT REPLACEMENT(Some models)

To remove and replace the fluorescent light:

1. Lift up the control panel cover.

2. Placeyour fingers on the tube at approximately 20.3 cm (8") from each end.

3. To remove, turn the tube 90° then pull it out of its sockets.

4. To replace the tube, engage the new tube into the sockets, then rotate and snap the tube in place light to make it sure it will lit.

24" Models

Circuit Protection

As a protection against surcharge, a 15 amp, 120 volt fuse is provided for each of the electric outlet(s) (2 max.) located on top of the control panel. Toaccessthe fuse(s) raise the control panel cover. Models with no electric outlet have no fuse.

Setting Surface Controls

NOTE: Control knob shown is typical only.

1. Placethe pan on the surface element.

2. Push in and turn the surface element control knob to desired setting.

MIN

MAX

3. The surface signal light will glow when one or more elements are turned on. Always turn the element off before removing the pan.

The suggested settings found in the chart below are based on cooking in medium-weight aluminum panswith lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.

Note: The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being cooked will influence the setting needed for best cooking results.

Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top

of the cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wood spoons could catch fire if placed

too close to the element.

AUTOMATIC LOCK OFF

Setting Type of Cooking

OFTHE SURFACEELEMENTS

(30"modelswith aself-cleaningoven only)

During the self-clean cycle, the surface ele- ments, when used, are subjected to high heat.

To ensure maximum element life, a safeguard

locksoff the useof the surface elements during

the self-clean cycle. Once the oven cleaning

cycle is complete and the oven door can be opened, the surface elements can be utilized.

MAX Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling.

MEDIUM Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies,

steam vegetables.

MEDIUM LOW Keep foods cooking, poach, stew.

MIN Keep warm, melt, simmen

Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils

For best results and energy conservation, choose cooking utensils that have these characteristics:

*GOOD

POOR

• Curved and warped pan bottoms.

t t

• Pan overhangs unit by more than 2.5

cm(1").

• Heavy handle tilts pan.

• Pan is smaller than element.

Pans should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface ele-

ment. Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom. There should be no

gaps between the pan and rulen

Note: Always use a utensil for its intended purpose. Follow manufacturer's instruc-

tions. Some utensils were not made to be used in the oven or on the cooktop.

• Flat bottom and straight sides.

• Tight fitting lids.

• Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan

iswell balanced.

• Pansizesmatch the amount of food to

be prepared andthe sizeof the surface

element.

• Madeof materialthat conductsheat

well.

• Easy to clean.

Specialty pans such as lobster pots, griddles

and pressure cookers may be used but must conform to the above recommended cook-

ware requirements.

Specialty Pans & Trivets

Woks with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop areavailable in

most cookshop or hardware stores. Round-bottomed woks (with a sup- port ring that does not extend be-

yond the heating element) may also

be used. The metal ring was de- signed to support the wok safely

when it isfilled with large amounts

of liquids (soup making) or fat (fry- ing).

DO NOT use two elements (if the cooktop is not equipped with bridge element) to

heat one large pan such as a roaster or griddle, or allow cooking utensils

to boil dry. The bottom surface of the pan in either of these situations

could cause discoloring or crazing of

the porcelain enamel range surface,

and damage to the surface elements and/or damage to the drip pans (if

equipped).

DO NOT use a wok if it isequipped with a metal ring that extends beyond the surface element. Because this ring traps heat, the surface element and cooktop surface could be damaged.

For glass smoothtop models, only flat bottomed woks (without support rings)

may be used.

Canning Tips & Infor- mation

Canning can generate

large amounts of steam. Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to vent steam away from you.

Wire trivets: Do not usewire triv- ets. Cookware bottoms must be in direct contact with the surface ele-

ments.

1. Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glassjars for the

latest canning information.

2. Useflat-bottomed canners only. Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom surface is flat.

3. Center canner on the surface element.

4. Start with hot water and a high heat setting to reduce the time it takes to bring the water to a boil; then reduce the heat setting as low aspossibleto maintain a

constant boil.

5. It is best to can small amounts and light loads.

Prevent damage to cooktop:

1. Do not use water bath or pressure canners that extend more than one inch beyond the edge of the surface element.

2. Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended

amount of time.

3. Alternate surface elements between each batch to allow the units and

surrounding surfaces to cool down. Tryto avoid canning on the same element all day.

Safecanning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed

and the jars are sealed completely. When canning in a water bath canner, a gentle but steady boil must be maintained continuously for the required time.

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