Crosley ES300 User Manual

Use & Care Manual

Welcome .......................................... 2

important Safety instructions ..... 2=4

Features at a Glance ...................... 5

Before Setting Oven Controls ....... 6

Setting Surface Controls ............... 7

Oven Control Functions ................ 8

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ES300 Control, Self=Cleaning Oven

with Sealed Gas Burners

Setting Oven Controls .............. 9-13

Self Cleaning ........................... 14=15

General Care & Cleaning ....... 16=18

Adjusting Oven Temperature ....... 18

Before You Call

Solutions to Common Problems ........................ 19

Warranty ......................... Back Page

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS pin 316901308 (0907)

Serial plate location;
Open storage drawer (some models)

orremoveouter lower panel(some models).

Product Registration

Welcome &Congratulations

Congratulations on your purchase of a new range! At Crosley Corporporation,
we are very proud of our product and are completely committed to providing you
with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our number one priority.

We know you'll enjoy your new range and Thank You for choosing our product.
We hope you consider us for future purchases.

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model.

Use your range only as instructed in this manual. These instructions 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.

Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference.
Model Number:

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Purchase Date:

Serial Number:

RegisterYour Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT

REGISTRATION CARD should be filled
in completely, signed and returned to

Crosley Corporation.

This Use &Care Manual 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 onyour range may
not look exactly like those shown.

Grounding instructions (electric ignition models only)

Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an adapter plug, an extension

cord, or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire or death.

This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug for your protection

against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle. DO
NOT cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.

For personal safety, the range must be properly grounded. For maximum safety, the power cord
must be plugged into an electrical outlet that is correctly polarized and properly grounded.

If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the only available outlet, it is the personal responsibility of the
consumer to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong walt receptacle installed by a

qualified electrician.

Conversion to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (or L.P. Gas)

The natural gas range is designed to allow for conversion to
Liquefied Petroleum (L.P.) Gas.

If L.P. conversion is needed, contact your local appliance
dealer for assistance. The L.P. Conversion Kit may be

obtained from your appliance dealer and should be installed
by a qualified service technician. Before installing the kit be
sure to follow the L.P. Installation Instructions carefully.

Personal injury or death from electrical shock

may occur if the range is not installed by a qualified installer or
electrician.

in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the application
needs must be made by a qualified technician.

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.

Any additions, changes or conversions required

Power supply cord

with 3-prong

grounding plug

See the INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS packaged with

this range for complete

installation and grounding

Important Safety Instructions

Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference.

This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions.Please pay attention to these symbols andfollow all instructionsgiven.

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

This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.

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If the information in this manual is not

followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

m Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any

phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

instructions.

• Ifyou cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, servicer or the gas supplier.

• Remove all tape and packaging 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 sureyour appliance is properly
installed and grounded by a qualified technician in

accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.= latest edition, or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1, and

CAN/CGA B149.2, and the the National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA No.70=latest edition, or in Canada CSA
Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, and

local code requirements. Install only per installation
instructions provided inthe literature package for this range.
Ask your dealer to recommend aqualified technician and an
authorized repairservice. Know howto disconnect the 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, This may reduce the risk of personal
injury and damage to the range.

• Never modify or alter the construction of a range by
removing leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip
brackets/screws, or any other part of the product.

, Air curtain or other overhead range hoods, which operate by

blowing a downward air flow on to a range, shall not be used
in conjunction with gas ranges other than when the hood and

range have been designed, tested and listed by an independent
test laboratory for use in combination with each other.

- All ranges can tip.

• Injury to persons could result.

,, Install anti-tip device packed with range.
,, See Installation Instructions.

_To reduce the risk of

tipping, the rangemust be secured by

properly installed anti-tip bracket provided

with the range. To check if the bracket is

installed properly, visually check that rear
leveling leg is inserted into and fully

secured by the anti-tip bracket by

removing lower panel or storage drawer.
For models with a warmer drawer, grasp

the top rear edge of the range and
carefully attempt to tilt it forward. Refer to

the installation instructions for proper anti-

_, tip bracket installation. .,

NEVER use this appliance as a space heater

to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon
monoxide poisoning.

NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in

the oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as
aluminum foil. Doing soblocks air flow through the oven and may

cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil linings may
trap heat, causing afire hazard.

Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or

drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and
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 or warmer drawer (if

equipped) for storage.

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.

Never Use Your Appliance for Warming or

Heating the Room.
. Storage in or on Appliance_Flammable materials

should not be stored in an oven, warmer drawer, near
surface burners 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.

* Do Not Leave Children AlonemChildren should not be leftalone

or unattended in the area where appliance is in use. They

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

*DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS, AREAS NEAR THESE

BURNERS, OVEN BURNERS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE
OVEN. Both surface and oven burners may be hot even though

flames are not visible. Areas near surface burners 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 cook top, surfaces facing the cook top, the oven vent openings

and surfaces near these openings, oven door and window.

*Wear Proper ApparelmLoose-fitting or hanging garments

should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let
clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces.

* 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 grease may

catch fire if allowed to become too hot.

* Use Only Dry Potholders_Moist or damp pothoiders on hot

surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholders
touch hot heating burners. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth
instead of a potholder.

* Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers_Buildup of pressure

may cause container to burst and result in injury.

* Remove the oven door from any unused range if it isto be stored

or discarded.

IMPORTANT=ELECTRIC IGNmON MODELS ONLY: Do not attempt
to operate the oven during a power faiture. If the power faits, always

turn offthe oven. If the oven is notturned offand the power resumes,
the oven will begin to operate again. Once the power resumes,

reset the clock and oven function.

iMPORTANT iNSTRUCTiONS FOR USING YOU R
COOKTOP

Use Proper Flame Size--Adjust flame size so it

does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The use of
undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to
direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper

relationship of utensil to flame will also improve efficiency.
* Know which knob controls each surface burner. Place a pan

of food on the burner before turning it on, and turn the burner off
before removing the pan.

*Always turn knob to the full LITE position when igniting top

burners. Visually check that burner has tit. Then adjust the flame
so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil.

* Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend Over

Adjacent Surface Burners--To reduce the risk of burns, ignition
of fiammabte materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact

with the utensil, the handle of the utensil should be positioned so
that it isturned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface

burners.

*Never Leave Surface Burners Unattended at High Heat

Settings--Boitovers cause smoking and greasy spitlovers that

may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt.

*Protective Liners--Do not use aluminum foil to line surface

burner pans, or oven bottom, except as suggested inthis manual.
Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric
shock, or fire.

* Glazed Cooking Utensils--Only certain types of glass, glass/

ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden

change in temperature. Check the manufacturer's
recommendations for cooktop use.

iMPORTANT iNSTRUCTiONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN
*Use Care When Opening Oven Door orWarmer Drawer--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.

* Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven vent is located

below 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. 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
heating elements in the oven. Remove all utensils from the rack

before moving.

*Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiter pan and

its insert allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the high
heat of the broiler.

* Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil. Exposed fat

and grease could ignite.

. Cold temperatures can damage the electronic control. When

using the appliance for the first time, or when the appliance has
not been used for an extended period of time, be certain the unit

has been in temperatures above 32°F (0°C) for at least 3 hours
before turning on the power to the appliance.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING
YOUR RANGE

*Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that

could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath

each surface element. Do not allow grease to accumulate. Refer
to the range manufacturer's instructions for cleaning.

*Kitchen cleaners and aerosolsmAIways follow the

manufacturer's recommended directions for use. Be aware
that excess residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite

causing damage and injury.

SELF CLEANING OVENS

*Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts listed in this

Owner's Guide. Before self cleaning the oven, remove the broiler
pan and any utensils or foods from the oven.

* Do Not Use Oven Cleaners--No commercial oven cleaner or

oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or
around any part of the oven.

* Do Not Clean Door Gasket--The door gasket is essential for a

good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the
gasket.

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Your Gas Range Features include:

1. Electronic Oven Control with Kitchen Timer.

2. Quick Convection Cooking System Control Switch & Indicator
Light (some models).

3. Left Front Burner Valve & Knob.

4. Left Rear Burner Valve & Knob.

5. Center Burner Valve & Knob (some models).

6. Right Rear Burner Valve & Knob.

7. Right Front Burner Valve & Knob.

8. Easy to clean Upswept cooktop (some models) or deep well
style cooktop (some models).

9. Dishwasher safe Burner Grates (styles & colors vary by

model).

10. Dishwasher safe Center Burner Grate (some models)

11. Self-Clean Oven Door Latch.

12. Automatic Oven Door Light Switch (some models).

13. Oven Interior Light with Shield (some models).

14. Self-Cleaning Oven interior.

15. Adjustable Oven Rack(s).

16. Quick Convection Cooking System Fan (some models).

17. Large 1 piece Oven Door Handle.

18. Full width Oven Door (styles vary with model).

19. Storage Drawer with integrated Handle (some models) or lower

cover panel (some models).

20. 5,000 BTU Simmer Burner (some models).

21. 9,500 BTU Burner (some models).

22. 12,000 BTU Quick Boil Burner (some models).

23. 14,000 BTU Quick Boil Burner (some models).

24. 16,000 BTU Quick Boil Burner (some models).

25. 9,500 BTU Center Burner (some models).

26. Broil Pan (some models).

27. Broil Pan Insert (some models).

28. Leveling Legs & Anti-tip Bracket (included).
Burner Drip pans (some models).

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NOTE: The features of your range may
vary according to model type & color.

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OVENVENT

Fig. 1

Oven Vent Location

The oven vent is located below the backguard (See Fig. 1). When the oven is
on, warm air is released through this vent. This venting is necessary for proper air
circulation in the oven and good baking results. DO NOT BLOCK THE VENT.

Arranging Oven Racks

AL WAYS ARRANGE 0 VEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR TO

OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when using the oven.

Removing & 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.

Recommended Rack Positions for Broiling, Baking & Roasting:
Food Rack Position

Broiling hamburgers & steaks See Broil section
Broiling meats, chicken or fish See Broil section
Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits & muffins 3 or 4
Frozen pies, angel food cake, yeast, bread, casseroles,
small cuts of meat or poultry 1 or 2

Turkey, roast or ham

Fig. 2

Oven Racks

Your range is equipped with one or more Flat Oven Rack(s). Place the rack(s)

into the positions shown in Fig. 2. See the Recommended Rack Positions in the

chart above.

Baking Layer Cakes with 1 or 2 Oven Racks

For best results when baking cakes using 2 oven racks, place cookware on rack
positions 2 & 5 (See Figs. 2 & 4). For best results when using a single oven Flat Rack,
place cookware on rack position 3 or 4 (See Figs. 2 & 5).

Air Circulation in the Oven

For best air circulation and baking
results allow 2-4" (5-10 cm) around
the cookware for proper air circulation
and besure pans and cookware do not

touch each other, the oven door, sides
or back of the oven cavity. The hot air

must be able to circulate around the
pans and cookware in the oven for

even heat to reach around the food.

Fig. 4

Flat Oven Rack

Fig. 3

Fig. 5