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Use and Care Manual
Epicure® Range
For Use With Models:
EGR30, ERD30, ERD60
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Style varies
Model ERD60 Shown
Part No. 65091 Rev. J
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© 2008 Dacor, all rights reserved
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Important Safety Instructions
Installer: Leave these instructions with the appliance.
Consumer: Read this use and care manual completely before using this appliance. Save it for future
reference. It contains important use and care information. Keep your sales receipt or canceled check
in a safe place. Proof of original purchase date is
required for warranty service.
If you have any questions call:
Dacor Customer Service
(800) 793-0093 (U.S.A. and Canada)
Monday — Friday 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Web site: www.Dacor.com
Have the complete model and serial number from
the product data label ready. To expose the label,
open the oven door and remove the inlet cooling
grill. Record these numbers below for easy access.
Model Number ______________________________
Serial Number ______________________________
Date of Purchase____________________________
For service and warranty information, see
page 22.
Since Dacor continualy improves the quality and
performance of our products, we may need to make
changes to the appliance without updating this
manual.
Important Information About
Safety Instructions
The Important Safety Instructions and warnings in this manual are not meant to cover all possible problems and situations that can occur. Use
common sense and caution when installing, maintaining or operating this or any other appliance.
Always contact the Dacor Customer Service Team
about problems or situations that you do not understand.
Safety Symbols and Labels
DANGER
Immediate hazards that WILL result in severe personal
injury or death.
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in severe
personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in minor
personal injury or property damage.
DANGER
IMPORTANT: If you smell gas:
Do not use or light any appliance.•
Do not touch any electrical switch or use any electrical devices including the telephone in your building.•
From a neighbor’s phone, immediately call the gas supplier. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.•
If you cannot contact the gas supplier, call the fire department.•
IMPORTANT: To avoid the possibility of explosion or fire, do not store or use combustible, flammable or explosive
vapors and liquids (such as gasoline) inside or in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Also keep items that could
explode, such as aerosol cans away from the range. Do not store flammable or explosive materials in adjacent cabinets
or areas.
WARNING
NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or
warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide
poisoning and overheating of the appliance.
WARNING
NEVER block or cover any slots, holes, or passages
anywhere inside the oven or on the outside of the range.
Doing so blocks airflow through the oven and cooktop
and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning or fire. See
the Getting to Know Your Range section for the location
of the various air holes (slots).
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some
by-products that are on the list of substances which
are known by the State of California to cause cancer or
reproductive harm. California law requires businesses
to warn customers of potential exposure to such
substances. To minimize exposure to these substances,
always operate this unit according to the use and care
manual, ensuring you provide good ventilation when
cooking with gas.
READ AND SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Important Safety Instructions
General Safety Precautions
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your range, follow basic safety
precautions, including the following:
WARNING WARNING
If you receive a damaged product, immediately contact •
your dealer or builder. Do not install or use a damaged
appliance.
Make sure that the range has been properly installed •
and grounded by a qualified installer according to
the accompanying installation instructions. Have the
installer show you the location of the gas shut off valve
and the fuse or junction box so that you know where
and how to turn off the gas supply and power to the
range.
Do not install, repair or replace any part of the range •
unless specifically recommended in the literature
accompanying it. A qualified service technician should
perform all other service.
Before performing any type of service, make sure that •
the gas supply and electrical power to the range is
turned off.
Only use this range for cooking tasks expected of a •
home appliance as outlined in this manual. This range
is not intended for commercial use.
DO NOT TOUCH THE SURFACES OF THE RANGE •
DURING OR IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE. After use,
make sure these surfaces have had sufficient time to
cool before touching them.
Make sure individuals who use the range are able to •
operate it properly.
Never allow anyone, including children to sit, stand or •
climb on any part of the range. Doing so may cause
damage, serious injury or death. Do not leave children
alone or unattended in the area around the range. Do
not allow children to play with the controls, pull on the
handle or touch other parts of the range.
Do not store items of interest to children on top of or •
above the range. Children could be burned or injured
while climbing on the appliance.
Do not attempt to use this appliance in the event of a •
power failure. If a power failure occurs while operating
the cooktop, turn all control knobs to the OFF position.
Do not tamper with the controls. Do not adjust or alter •
any part of the range unless specifically instructed to
do so in these instructions.
Do not cover the burners and grates with anything •
except properly selected utensils. Decorative covers
may cause a fire hazard or damage to the cooktop if a
burner is accidentally turned on with the cover in place.
Do not heat unopened food containers such as baby •
food jars and cans. Pressure build up may cause the
container to burst and cause injury.
Keep flammable items, such as paper, cardboard, •
plastic and cloth away from the burners and other
hot surfaces. Do not allow pot holders to touch hot
surfaces or gas burners.
Do not wear loose or hanging apparel while using •
the range. Do not allow clothing to come into contact
with the range and surrounding areas during and
immediately after use.
Do not use towels or bulky cloth as pot holders.•
Use only dry pot holders when removing food and •
cookware from the cooktop or oven. Wet pot holders
can cause steam burns.
Do not hang flammable or heat sensitive objects over •
the range.
If the range is near a window, do not use long curtains •
as window treatment. The curtains could blow over the
cooktop and create a fire hazard.
To avoid the possibility of fire, do not leave the range •
unattended when in use.
Clean the range thoroughly before operating it for the •
first time.
Clean and maintain the range regularly as instructed in •
the Care and Cleaning section of this manual. Keep
the entire range, ventilation filters and range hoods
free of grease that could catch fire.
Use cookware only for its intended purpose. Check •
the manufacture’s recommendations before use to
determine if a utensil is suitable for use with a range.
Certain types of glass, ceramic and earthenware
are not suitable for use with a range. Personal injury
or damage may result from the improper use of
cookware.
Select cookware carefully. Use utensils of the proper •
size, material and construction for the particular type
of cooking being done. Utensils need to be large
enough to contain the desired quantity of food without
boil-overs or spill-overs. Choose pans with easy to
hold handles that will stay cool while cooking. Do not
use utensils with loose handles. Avoid using pans that
are too heavy to lift safely.
Use extreme caution if adding water to food on a hot •
cooktop or oven. The steam can cause serious burns
or scalds.
Make sure that all the cooktop parts are dry before •
lighting a burner.
Turn the knobs to the OFF position prior to removing •
them from the valve stems.
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING CAUTION
Do not use the oven for storage•
Exercise caution when opening the oven door. Let hot •
air or steam escape before looking or reaching into the
oven.
The cooktop should never be operated without the •
knobs or trim rings in place.
For your safety, do not use the oven to cook without •
the convection filter(s) installed. When the filter is not
installed, the spinning fan blades at the back of the
oven are exposed.
Do not allow food to sit in the oven for more than one •
hour before or after cooking. Eating spoiled food can
result in food poisoning.
Non-stick coatings, when heated, can be harmful to •
birds. Remove birds to a separate, well-ventilated
room during cooking.
When deep fat frying:•
Be certain that the pan is large enough to contain ◊
the desired volume of food without overflow caused
by the bubbling of the fat. Never leave a deep fat
fryer unattended.
Avoid frying moist or frost-covered foods. Foods ◊
with high water content may cause spattering or
spilling of the hot fat.
Heat fat slowly, and stir together any combination ◊
of oils and fats prior to applying heat. Utilize a deep
fat frying thermometer to avoid heating the fat to
temperatures above the flash point.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN
THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie a.
sheet or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE
CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not
go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.
NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - you may be b.
burned.
DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dish cloths or c.
towels - a violent steam explosion may result.
Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if:d.
You have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you ◊
already know how to operate it.
The fire is small and contained in the area where it ◊
started.
The fire department is being called.◊
You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.◊
Do not allow acids (citrus juices, tomato sauces, etc.) •
to remain on the range’s surfaces. The porcelain finish
may stain.
Never use the cooktop surface as a cutting board.•
Do not try to remove heavy spills with a sharp object •
such as a knife or metal spatula. Sharp objects may
scratch the range’s surfaces.
Do not expose the knobs or trim rings to direct flame, •
hot utensils or other sources of heat.
Do not line the oven with aluminum foil or other •
materials. These items can melt or burn up during
self-cleaning and cause permanent damage to the
oven.
To prevent damage, remove the meat probe from the •
oven when it is not being used.
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Time and Temperature
Set Keys
Electronic Clock
Oven Mode
Indicators
CANCEL
SECURE
OVEN
LIGHT
COOK
TIME
MINUTE
TIMER #2
STOP
TIME
CLOCK
SET
MINUTE
TIMER #1
TIMER 1 CLOCK
BAKE
STOP TIME TIMER 2 CANCEL ● SECURE LIGHT COOK TIME
BAKE BROIL
CONVECTION BAKE PURE CONVECTION
SELF CLEAN
TIME ● TEMP
Getting to Know Your Range
Parts of the Range
Before using your range, become familiar with the
features and control panel layout.
Below the oven mode touch keys are three •
touch keys labeled CANCEL • SECURE, LIGHT
and COOK TIME. The CANCEL • SECURE key
enables the user to cancel the selection of an
oven mode or Delay Timed program, or disable
the control panel by pressing and holding the
key for approximately three (3) seconds.
Once the control panel is in the “secure” mode, •
“OFF” will be displayed on the clock. The LIGHT
key turns the interior oven light on and off. The
LIGHT key will remain functional if the control
panel has been disabled.
The • COOK TIME key is used to select the length
of time for a cooking process in delay timed
cooking mode.
Oven Features - Models ERD30 and ERD60
Control Panel - Models ERD30 and ERD60
(Convection filter not shown)
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Time and Temperature
Set Keys
Electronic Clock
Oven Mode
Indicators
CANCEL
SECURE
OVEN
LIGHT
COOK
TIME
MINUTE
TIMER #2
STOP
TIME
CLOCK
SET
MINUTE
TIMER #1
TIMER 1 CLOCK
BAKE
STOP TIME TIMER 2 CANCEL • SECURE LIGHT COOK TIME
TIME • TEMP
BAKE
BROIL
CONVECTION BAKE
SELF CLEAN
Getting to Know Your Range
Clock functions are selected by pressing the •
touch keys located below the clock display and
oven mode keys. Oven functions are chosen by
pressing the touch key for the desired mode.
Once a clock or oven function has been chosen,
a description of the selection will flash in the
clock display area.
IMPORTANT:
After choosing a clock function or oven mode, you
have six seconds to perform the next programming
step. If the next step is not completed within six
(6) seconds, the program selection displayed on the
clock will disappear. Should this occur, just repeat
the initial function selection.
Oven Features - Model EGR30
(Convection filter not shown)
Control Panel - Model EGR30
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Setting Up Your Range
Setting the Clock
Follow these two steps to set the correct
time of day:
Press the 1. CLOCK touch key. The time of day will
flash on the display.
Press the 2. + or – key until the correct time of
day is displayed and release.
Installing the Oven Racks
WARNING
The oven racks become hot when the oven is in use. Use
potholders to install and adjust the racks.
Standard Oven Racks
Three chrome-plated oven racks are provided. •
Always remember to position the racks prior to
heating the oven.
Also, remove the oven racks prior to self-clean-•
ing to prevent permanent discoloration of the
racks.
The porcelain rack supports provide five (5) •
heights for positioning of the oven racks. To
install a rack, align the left and right edges of
the rack with the horizontal guide rails of the
rack supports, then slide the rack into the oven.
For Proper Installation:
Hold the GlideRack oven rack with the guides 1.
fully extended away from you (see the diagram
below).
Align both sets of safety clips (right and left) on 2.
the back of the guides with the oven rack supports as shown.
Begin to slide the rack in, lifting the front safety 3.
clips over the front of the oven rack supports.
Push the rack all the way to the back.4.
Grasp the rack in the center of the front and 5.
pull. The rack should come forward while the
guides remain in place.
Oven Rack Locations
Gliderack™ Oven Racks
Dacor’s GlideRack oven rack is designed to install
effortlessly and glide at a full extension. The full
extension of the rack allows you to slide pizza on
and off the Dacor’s optional pizza stone (model
number ABS20). It is also great for large roasts in
large roasting pans.
The easy-slide action allows you to baste more
easily and check food temperatures more safely and
quickly.
GlideRack Oven Rack Installation
Helpful Hints When Using Your GlideRack
Oven Rack:
This type of rack works particularly well with •
heavier items, although you can use it during
any baking, broiling or roasting in your Dacor
oven.
Gliderack oven racks will need to be spaced out •
when using more than one in the oven at a time.
For instance, the racks should be used on rack
positions 1, 3 and 5 or 2 and 4, counting up
from the bottom, instead of using racks 2, 3 and
4.
When using the rack with Dacor’s ABS20 baking •
stone, use rack position 1 for best results.
Heavier roasting pans and dishes will also cook •
better on rack position 1.
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AIR FLOW
TIMER 1 CLOCK STOP TIME TIMER 2
BAKE
ON
Operating Your Range
About the Various Cooking Modes
Standard Bake (Selected Models Only)
In standard bake mode, the bottom heat
element provides conventional baking heat.
Temperaturesmaybesetfrom135˚Fto
555˚Fin5˚Fincrements.Usestandardbakefor
single rack baking and roasting.
Standard Broil
The infrared ceramic gas broiler supplies the
heat in Broil mode. The broil temperature
isadjustablefrom135˚FtotheHIsetting
(equivalentto555˚F)forgreatercookingflexibility.
Broiling is always performed with the door closed.
Pure Convection™ (ERD models only)
Your new oven has the best cooking system
available today, Pure Convection™. Pure
Convection is a total system approach to
cooking. Pure Convection allows multi-rack cooking while achieving even results from one rack to
another.
In Pure Convection mode a third heating element,
encircling the convection fan, is located in the rear
of the oven chamber behind a baffle.
The convection fan draws air from the oven •
chamber, then forces it across the hot convection
heating element. The heated air is directed back
into the oven chamber through the convection
baffle.
The baffle distributes the heated air evenly to •
ensure uniform results. It also separates the
food from the heat source and channels the air
evenly into the oven eliminating any hot or cool
spots.
The convection filter, in the back of the oven, •
eliminates the transference of flavors when
cooking entire meals and keeps the oven
cleaner.
Convection Bake
In this combination convection-radiant mode,
the lower element provides the heat. As in
Pure Convection mode, the convection fan
and baffle combine to circulate heated air evenly
throughout the oven chamber. Temperatures may be
setfrom135˚Fto555˚Fin5˚Fincrements.Usethis
mode for single rack baking, multiple rack baking
and roasting.
Pre-Heat Cycle
The oven features an automatic pre-heat cycle that
rapidly brings the oven chamber up to temperature.
Simply by choosing a cooking mode and setting a
temperature, the oven will automatically perform
the pre-heat function. Pre-heat operates in standard
bake, Pure Convection and convection bake modes.
There is no pre-heat cycle for the broil mode.
Basic Oven Operation
Follow these steps to operate the various oven
modes:
Position the oven rack(s) at the proper height(s).1.
Press the touch key for the mode of your choice. 2.
The oven will beep once, the selected cooking
mode will flash, and “– – –” will be displayed.
Press either the 3. + or – key. The default temperature will be displayed.
To adjust the default temperature for baking, 4.
press and hold the TIME • TEMP key. (Press
+ key to increase the temperature setting, – to
decrease).
“PRE”5. and “ON” and the selected cooking
mode will appear in the clock display. The oven
will begin to heat. If in a convection mode,
the convection fan will turn on. Also, the clock
display will change from the desired cooking
temperature to the actual oven temperature,
startingwith135˚F.Thetemperaturedisplay
willincreasein5˚Fincrementsuntilthedesired
temperature is reached. The cooling fan will turn
onwhentheoventemperaturereaches200˚F.
IMPORTANT: Do not place food inside the oven
until the pre-heat cycle is complete (there is no preheat cycle in broil mode). Continued...
Temperaturesmaybesetfrom135˚to555˚F
in 5˚F increments. Use this mode for single rack
baking, multiple rack baking, roasting and preparation of complete meals.
Example of Display in Bake Mode
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Basic Oven Operation (Cont.)
When the desired temperature is attained, the 6.
Preheat cycle is complete. The clock will beep
once and “PRE” and “ON” will disappear from
the display. (From this time forward, the “ON”
display will cycle on and off with the heating elements). Carefully place the food onto the desired
rack(s) within the preheated oven.
Dacor recommends that you set the minute 7.
timer to time the cooking process.
When the time expires and/or the food is done 8.
cooking, press the CANCEL • SECURE key to
turn off the oven.
NOTE: Allowing the oven to completely pre-heat
prior to placing food in the oven will avoid excessive
browning of the food. After the oven signals that
pre-heat is complete, allow 3-5 more minutes for
the heat patterns to normalize in the oven and then
place your food inside.
Baking Tips
There are two baking modes: Pure Convection and
convection bake.
Convection Bake Tips
As a general rule, a convection mode will allow •
preparation of most foods at reduced temperatures for shorter periods of time, while also
producing superior results.
Typically you can reduce standard temperature •
by25˚Fandcookfor10%lesstime.Baked
goods will have golden-brown crusts with flaky
textures, and meats will have crispy exteriors
with succulent juices sealed inside.
To convert conventional bake recipes to convec-•
tionrecipes,reducetemperatureby25˚Fand
thecookingtimebyapproximately10%.
Some recipes, especially those that are home-•
made, may require adjustment and testing when
converting from standard to convection modes.
If unsure how to convert a recipe, begin by preparing the recipe in bake mode. After achieving
acceptable results this way, follow the convection
guidelines listed. If the food is not prepared to
your satisfaction during this first convection trial,
adjust only one recipe variable at a time (such
as cooking time, rack position or temperature)
and repeat the convection test. If necessary,
continue adjusting one recipe variable at a time
until you achieve satisfactory results.
Tips for All Baking Modes
Do not open the oven door frequently during •
baking. Look through the door window to check
the progress of baking whenever possible.
Use the minute timers to time baking functions.•
Wait until the shortest recommended baking •
time before checking food. For baked goods, a
wooden pick placed in the center should come
clean when the food is done.
Measure ingredients carefully and follow tested •
recipes for best baking results.
Bakeware Tips:
Use the pan size and type recommended by the •
recipe to ensure best results.
Cakes, quick breads, muffins and cookies should •
be baked in shiny, reflective pans for light,
golden crusts.
Medium gauge aluminum sheets with low sides •
should be used when preparing cookies, biscuits
and cream puffs.
Bake most frozen foods in their original foil con-•
tainers placed on a flat cookie sheet. Follow the
package recommendations.
When using glass bakeware, reduce the recipe •
temperatureby25˚F,exceptwhenbakingpies
or yeast breads.
Follow the standard recipe baking time for pies •
and yeast breads.
Avoid the use of old, darkened pans.•
Warped, dented, stainless steel and tin-coated •
pans heat unevenly and will not give uniform
baking results.
Tips for Pan Placement:
Place pans carefully on the oven racks. Turn •
pans on the racks so that the long sides run left
to right, parallel to the door.
Adjustments to recipe times and temperatures •
need to be made when baking at high altitudes.
Consult a cookbook on high-altitude cooking
or contact the Home Economics Department at
your state university for specific recommendations.
NOTE: For common baking problems refer to your
Dacor cookbook. Your complimentary cookbook was
packed with your range. If you did not receive your
cookbook, please contact Dacor at (800) 793-0093
or at www.Dacor.com.
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Multiple Rack Baking
The uniform air circulation provided by convection
cooking enables more oven capacity to be utilized.
Many foods, such as pizzas, cakes, cookies, biscuits,
muffins, rolls and frozen convenience foods can be
successfully prepared on either two or three racks at
the same time. Also, complete meals can be prepared by using multiple racks. See below for specific
recommendations.
Follow the steps in the Basic Oven Operation section, to manually operate the oven, or refer to the
Delay Timed Cooking section below for automatic
operation.
MULTIPLE RACK BAKING TIPS
Typically, when baking on two racks, use rack •
positions 1 and 4 or 2 and 4.
When adapting a single rack recipe to multiple •
rack baking, it may be necessary to add to the
baking time. This is due to the extra amount of
food in the oven.
Roasting Tips
Roasting is a dry heat process. All baking modes can
be used to successfully roast in your oven. However,
the convection modes are recommended to produce
meats that are deliciously seared on the outside and
succulently juicy on the inside.
Foods that are exceptional, when prepared in a
convection mode, include: beef, pork, ham, lamb,
turkey, chicken and cornish hens.
To convert conventional bake recipes to convec-•
tionrecipes,reducethetemperatureby25˚F
andthecookingtimebyapproximately10%.
When using a roasting rack, always roast meats •
fat side up in a shallow pan. Always use a pan
that fits the size of the food being prepared. The
broiler pan and grill that come with the oven can
be used in most cases. No basting is required
when the fat side is up. Do not add water to the
pan. It will cause a steamed effect.
Poultry should be placed breast side up on a rack •
in a shallow pan that fits the size of the food.
Again, the broiler pan and grill that come with
the oven can be used. Brush poultry with melted
butter, margarine or oil before and during roasting.
For convection roasting, do not use pans with •
tall sides. They interfere with the circulation of
heated air over the food.
Reduce spatter by lining the bottom of the roast-•
ing pan with lightly crushed aluminum foil.
When using a meat thermometer, insert the •
probe halfway into the center of the thickest
portion of the meat. For poultry, insert the thermometer probe between the body and leg into
the thickest part of the inner thigh. To ensure
an accurate reading, the tip of the probe should
not touch bone, fat or gristle. Check the meat
temperature 2/3 of the way through the recommended roasting time. After reading the meat
thermometer once, insert it 1/2 inch further into
the meat, then take a second reading. If the
second temperature registers below the first,
continue cooking the meat.
Remove meats from the oven when the ther-•
mometerregisters5˚Fto10˚Fbelowthe
desired temperature. The meat will continue to
cook after removal.
Allow roasts to stand 15 to 20 minutes after •
roasting in order to make carving easier.
If using a cooking bag, foil tent or other cover, •
use convection bake mode. Adjust the recipe
time and temperature as well.
Roasting times always vary according to the •
size, shape and quality of meats and poultry.
Less tender cuts of meat are best prepared in
bake mode and may require moist cooking techniques. Follow your favorite cookbook recipes.
Broiling Tips
Broiling is a quick and flavorful way to prepare many
foods, including steaks, chicken, chops, hamburgers
and fish. Broiling is performed with the oven door
completely shut.
It is normal and necessary for some smoke to be
present to give the food a broiled flavor. The broil
temperaturemaybeadjustedin5˚Fincrements
from135˚Fuptothemaximumsettingof“HI”.
The “HI”settingisequivalentto555˚F.
Follow these steps to operate the oven in standard
broil mode:
Close the door tightly.1.
Press the 2. BROIL key.
Press the 3. TIME • TEMP + or – key and the
default temperature setting “HI” will be displayed.
If a temperature other than 4. “HI” is desired,
press the TIME • TEMP – key to reduce the
temperature. Six seconds after setting the temperature, the “ON” indicator will light up in the
clock display, the broiler element will begin heating, and the cooling fan will turn on.
Continued...
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TIMER 1 CLOCK STOP TIME TIMER 2
OVEN STOP TIME
DELAY TIMED BAKE
Broiling Tips (Continued)
Dacor recommends that you set the minute 5.
timer(s) to time the broiling process.
When the minute timer expires and/or the food 6.
is cooked, press the CANCEL • SECURE key to
turn off the oven. The cooling fan will continue
to run for 30 to 45 minutes depending upon the
length and temperature of the broiling process.
NOTE: For broiling and top grill tips refer to your
complimentary Dacor cookbook.
Delay Timed Cooking
WARNING
Avoid using foods that will spoil while waiting for the •
cooking cycle to begin. Typical foods to avoid include
those containing eggs and dairy products, cream soups
and cooked or uncooked meats, poultry and fish.
If cooking will not begin immediately, place only very •
cold or frozen food into the oven. Most unfrozen foods
should never stand in the oven for more than two hours
before cooking begins.
Do not allow foods to remain in the oven more than •
one hour after completion of the cooking cycle. When
thetemperaturedropsbelow140˚F,bacteriacan
develop.
Delay timed cooking allows you to start and finish
a cooking cycle automatically. It is especially useful
for preparing meals in advance or cooking while you
are at work or play. Delay timed cooking can only be
used with standard bake (ERD models only), convection bake or Pure Convection modes. lt will not
function in broil mode.
Display in Delayed Timed Cooking Mode
To use Delay Timed Cooking:
Position oven rack(s) at the proper height(s).1.
Place the food onto the center of the oven 2.
rack(s).
Select the desired cooking mode and tempera-3.
ture.
Press the 4. COOK TIME key and “TIME” will
appear in the clock display. Press the TIME •
TEMP + key to set the length of time that the
food will be cooked. The COOK TIME can be set
from 5 minutes to 11 hours, 50 minutes.
The oven can be set to start now or later in the 5.
day. To start cooking now, do not perform any
more programming steps. After six seconds
“PRE”, “ON” and “TIMED” will appear in the
clock display, and the oven will begin heating.
After the COOK TIME has expired, the clock will
beep three times, and “Hold” will be displayed.
The cooling fan will continue to run, depending
upon the length and temperature of the cooking
process.
Press the 6. STOP TIME key, and “STOP” will
appear in the clock display.
Press the 7. TIME • TEMP + key to enter the
time of day that you wish the oven to shut off.
“DELAY” will be displayed.
The oven will calculate the correct 8. “START
TIME.” After the “COOK TIME” has expired,
the clock will beep three times, and “Hold” will
be displayed. If cooking in a convection mode,
the convection fan will also turn off. While in
“Hold” mode, the oven temperature will be
maintainedat150˚Fforaperiodoftwohours.
“Hold” mode can be cancelled by pressing the
CANCEL • SECURE touch key. The cooling fan
will continue to run depending upon the length
and temperature of the cooking process.
Delay Timed Cooking Tips
Do not use foods containing baking powder or •
yeast in delay timed cooking. These foods will
not rise properly.
Remember that • “COOK TIME” refers to the
length of the cooking cycle. It does not refer to
the start time.
The time required to pre-heat the oven must •
be included in the cook time. Increase the cook
time about 8 to 12 minutes, depending upon the
temperature setting, to allow for pre-heat time.
The broiler does not pre-heat in delay timed •
mode, so you will not pre-maturely brown foods.
NOTE: The gas broilers (ERD models only) are not
activated for pre-heat in the delay-time cooking
mode, so pre-heat times are increased, but dishes
will not pre-maturely brown.
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Operating Your Range
Minute Timers
The clock features two timers that may be used for
timing cooking or other processes up to 11 hours,
50 minutes in length.
To use the minute timer function:
Press the touch key labeled 1. TIMER 1 or TIMER
2. The clock will display “00:00”, and “TIMER
1”, or “TIMER 2” will flash.
Press the 2. + key until the desired time is displayed on the clock.
After 3. TIMER 1 has expired, the clock will sound
off with one second beeps and “TIMER 1” will
appear in the display. After the TIMER 2 minute
timer has expired, the clock will sound alternating one and two second beeps and “TIMER 2”
will appear in the display. The beeper can be
silenced by pressing the TIMER key while the
beeper is sounding.
IMPORTANT: Canceling the minute timer does not
turn off the oven if it is operating. You must manually shut the oven off by pressing the CANCEL •
SECURE key. (See the Delay Timed Cooking sec-
tion on page 10 for automatic oven turn on and turn
off).
NOTES:
To view the current time of day rather than the 1.
remaining time on the minute timer, press the
CLOCK key. To change back to a minute timer
display, press the TIMER 1 or TIMER 2 key.
To cancel the minute timer while in progress, 2.
press the TIMER 1 or TIMER 2 key twice. The
clock display will return to the time of day.
The minute timers may be used at the same 3.
time as delay timed cooking or self-clean.
The minute timers will beep for 2 minutes (if not 4.
cancelled) before automatically shutting off.
Pressing the 5. CANCEL • SECURE key when the
beeper is sounding will cancel both the beeper
and the cooking function.
Securing the Controls
To avoid accidentally turning the oven on activate
the secure feature.
Press and hold the • CANCEL • SECURE” key
for approximately three seconds to disable the
control panel. Doing so allows cleaning the controls without accidentally starting any functions.
Three beeps will sound and “OFF” will appear in
the display when the control panel is secured.
To re-activate the control panel, push and hold •
the CANCEL • SECURE key again for three
seconds. Three beeps will sound and “OFF” will
disappear from the display.
Dehydrating/Defrosting
You can use your range to dehydrate or defrost
foods at low heat settings in Pure Convection mode
(ERD models only).
Follow these steps to dehydrate or defrost
foods:
Position an oven rack at the proper height.1.
Place the food onto the center of the oven rack. 2.
(For dehydrating, prepare food as recommended
then place food onto a drying rack).
Press the 3. PURE CONVECTION key.
Setthetemperatureto135˚F.(theminimum4.
temperature that can be set). To dehydrate you
may have to use a higher temperature setting.
Follow the recommended temperature for the
type of food being prepared.
Dacor recommends you set the minute timer(s) 5.
to time the process.
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Operating Your Range
Cooktop Operation
WARNING
NEVER cover any slots or holes anywhere on the •
range. Doing so blocks air flow through the range and
may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Keep all the
slots clear of grease and grime.
To avoid burns and scalding, always turn pan handles •
to a position where they cannot be easily hit. Also,
handles should not extend over adjacent burners.
Always set utensils gently onto the grates and center
them so that they are well-balanced.
Do not drag cookware across the grates. Sliding may •
damage the finish. Lift utensils to reposition them. Do
not drop them on the grate.
Cookware with rough bottoms can cause permanent •
damage to the coated surfaces on the grates.
To avoid burns or fire hazard, reduce the flame level •
if it extends beyond the bottom of the utensil. A flame
that extends up the sides of the utensil is potentially
dangerous.
Lighting a Burner
WARNING
To avoid the chance of fire, explosion or carbon •
monoxide poisoning, do not attempt to use your range
without the burners completely and properly assembled
(see page 17). The burner rings spread the flame
evenly around the outside of the burner. The burner
rings must be properly seated for proper burner lighting
and operation.
In the interest of safety, always light the burner before •
putting the cooking utensil on the grate. Turn the
burner knob to the off position before removing the
utensil. Always check the position of the control knobs
to make sure the range is off when you are finished
cooking.
Do not turn the knob farther than the • HIGH position
until lit. Doing so may result in a burst of flame that
could cause burns or damage to the surrounding area.
Do not touch any part of the burner while the igniter is •
sparking. An electrical shock could result.
Never light the burners with a match or other open •
flame.
If the gas does not ignite after four seconds or if the •
flame goes out and gas escapes, turn the knob to the
OFF position. Open a window and allow at least five
minutes for the gas to dissipate. Repeat the lighting
procedure.
Selecting the Cookware
For overall safety and best performance, select the
correct cooking utensil for the food being cooked.
Improperly selected cooking utensils will not cook
evenly or efficiently.
Use cookware that:
Has flat, smooth bottoms.•
Is well balanced.•
Has tight fitting lids to keep heat, odors and •
steam in.
IMPORTANT: Avoid spills as much as possible.
The porcelain surfaces of the grates, spill trays and
burner caps are acid-resistant but not acid-proof.
Some foods can cause permanent damage if allowed
to remain on porcelain surfaces.
There are icons and lights on the control housing
to identify the burner controlled by each knob. The
burner being controlled is indicated by a blue indicator light, while the adjacent burner is illustrated by
a flame icon. The knobs are grouped on the left or
right to help indicate the burner controlled.
To light a burner, press in on the correspond-1.
ing control knob and turn it immediately counterclockwise to the HIGH position (large flame
icon). As you turn the knob, the igniters system
will spark until the flame ignites. The igniters will
stop sparking when ignition occurs.
Once the burner is lit, set the flame height to the 2.
desired level by rotating the control knob further
counterclockwise, then place the utensil on the
grate. The thickness of the flame level indicator
around the knob indicates the flame setting.
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Simmer
Plate
Grate
Stabilizer
Feet
Operating Your Range
IMPORTANT:
When the cooktop is cool the igniters may con-•
tinue to spark if the control knob is set to the
LOW position. The igniters will stop sparking when the burner is warm. The tendency to
spark when cold can be reduced by operating
the burner at a higher flame setting for about
60 seconds. After 60 seconds, lower the flame
to cook. The burner will also warm up faster if
a utensil is placed on the grate. The igniter will
also spark automatically if the flame is distorted by a draft or by the household ventilation system. Eliminate any drafts or reduce the
ventilation blower speed to reduce this type of
problem.
Cooking Tips
For superior cooking performance and to save
energy:
Reduce the flame height to the minimum level •
necessary to perform the desired cooking process. Food cooks just as quickly at a gentle boil
as it does at a vigorous, rolling boil. A higher
than necessary boil wastes energy, cooks away
moisture and causes flavor and nutrients loss.
Use low or medium flame heights when cooking •
in utensils that are poor conductors of heat, such
as glass, ceramic and cast iron cooking vessels.
Reduce the flame height until it covers approximately 1/3 of the utensil diameter to ensure
even heating and reduce scorching.
Minimize the amount of liquid or fat to reduce •
cooking times.
Use a timer rather than repeatedly removing the •
lid to check food. Doing so will decrease cooking
time and save energy.
Thaw foods prior to cooking to reduce cooking •
time.
Burner
Assembly
To keep the burners operating properly, keep •
the burner igniters and the rest of the burner
clean and dry. See Cooktop Disassembly and
Cleaning on page 17. Dirty or wet igniters will
result in constant sparking, even if there is a
flame present.
The flame should burn evenly around the perim-•
eter of the burner. A normal flame is steady and
blue in color. Foreign material in the gas line,
especially in new construction, may cause an
orange flame during initial operation. This will
disappear with further use. Small yellow tips on
the ends of the flames are normal when using LP
gas.
About the Burners
Your Epicure range burners are all rated at a •
maximum output of 15,000 BTU/HR.
All burners are sealed to the cooktop by gaskets •
around the underside of the burner bases, to
prevent liquids spills from getting into the cooktop chassis.
Using the Simmer Plate
The simmer plate is specifically designed for simmering and holding food at the lowest safe temperature. Use the simmer plate only with the burner
adjusted to its lowest setting. Use the simmer plate
for simmering only. Remove it when performing
other types of cooking.
To install the simmer plate, locate the five feet •
on the bottom and align them with the five
longest fingers on the cooktop grate. Set the
simmer plate on top.
When correctly installed, the simmer plate will •
rest about 1/2 inch above the top of the grate
and will be locked in place to prevent turning.
Your simmer plate has a non-stick coating for •
easy cleaning. Take care in using abrasives on
the non-stick coating because it can scratch.
Some wear will occur on top of the simmer plate
fingers during normal use.
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Care and Cleaning
WARNING
Clean only the parts of the range listed in this manual. •
Clean them only in the manner specified.
To avoid dangerous fumes or damage to your range’s •
surfaces and accessories, use only the types of
cleaning solutions specified in this manual.
To avoid electrical shock or burns, turn off the burners •
and oven and make sure that all parts are cool before
cleaning. DO NOT turn the burners on during cleaning.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the range. Steam •
could penetrate the electrical components and cause a
short circuit.
CAUTION
Do not try to remove heavy spills with a sharp object •
such as a knife or metal spatula. Sharp objects may
scratch your range’s surfaces.
To prevent damage, do not use abrasive or corrosive •
cleaners or applicators such as steel wool or scouring
pads, on any part of the range unless instructed to do
so. Use only a sponge, soft cloth, fibrous or plastic
brush, or nylon cleaning pad for cleaning the surfaces
of your range.
To keep the range looking and operating its best,
clean it after every use. Also, wipe up spills that
occur while cooking quickly. Be careful not to touch
any hot areas.
If you allow spills to sit on hot burner parts, they
will burn on and be very difficult to clean. Certain
types of food, such as tomatoes, citrus juices, vinegar, alcohol and milk can damage the finishes if
you allow them to stand for any length of time.
IMPORTANT: The cooktop is exposed to extremely
high temperatures. The grates are under high
stress when hot utensils are placed on them. Also,
the range parts are occasionally exposed to acidic
food spill-overs. These severe operating conditions,
cause the porcelain enamel parts on your range to
undergo a change in appearance over time. If you
care for and clean these parts carefully, you will
slow down, but not eliminate, the aging process.
Self-Cleaning the Oven
WARNING
Do not line the oven with aluminum foil or other •
materials. These items can melt or burn during a
self-clean cycle, causing permanent damage to the
oven.
Do not operate the oven lights when the oven is in •
self-clean mode. in the self-clean mode.
Do not touch the outside surfaces of the oven during •
the Self-Clean cycle.
CAUTION
Do not leave the oven racks in the oven during the •
self-clean cycle. Doing so will affect their ability to slide
in and out easily. If the racks are accidently left in the
oven during self-clean, polish rack edges with a soapy
steel wool pad, then apply a small amount of vegetable
oil to the edges so that the racks will slide more easily.
Do not try to force the door open after it is locked. You •
may damage the automatic door latch.
About the Self-Clean Cycle
Your oven features an automatic pyrolytic self-•
clean cycle to eliminate the need for difficult and
time-consuming manual scrubbing of interior
surfaces. During the self-clean cycle, the oven
reaches extremely high temperatures to burn off
soil and deposits. A powder ash residue is left in
the bottom of the oven after completion of the
self-clean cycle.
Self-clean time is variable from two to four hours •
to offer flexibility in handling various conditions.
The 2-hour cycle normally handles a moderately
soiled oven. The 4-hour cycle is for heavy soil
conditions.
The self-clean cycle can also be delayed to start •
at a later time if desired.
It is normal for some smoke to be emitted •
during the first few self-clean cycles.
Popping sounds are normal during the self-clean •
cycle. These sounds are caused by the expansion
and contraction of metal surfaces during heat-up
and cool-down.
Preparing the Oven for Self-Cleaning
Clean soil from the oven front frame area and 1.
the oven door outside of the door gasket. Cleaning the door gasket by hand can cause it to bend
or move. A tight door seal is essential for proper
baking and self-cleaning. Rinse surfaces well
with a solution of vinegar and water, then wipe
dry. Heavily soiled areas may be cleaned with a
non-scratching scouring pad.
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Care and Cleaning
Remove the broiler pan, all cookware, utensils 2.
and other loose items from the oven chamber.
Also, remove all oven racks to prevent them
from permanently discoloring. You may leave
the convection filter in place during self-clean
to loosen stubborn particles, but it will discolor.
However, if discolored, its filtering capabilities
will not be harmed. See page 16 for convection
filter removal if you want to prevent discoloration.
Wipe up excess grease and other food spills with 3.
a damp cloth to minimize smoke and increase
the efficiency during self-clean.
Turn on kitchen fans or vents to help remove 4.
odors during the cycle.
Self-Clean Feature Operation
Complete all the steps listed above for preparing 1.
the oven to self-clean.
Close the oven door completely.2.
Press the 3. SELF-CLEAN key. The oven will beep
once, “CLEAN” will flash, and “– –:– –” will be
displayed.
Press the 4. TIME • TEMP + key and the default
time of “2:00” hours will be displayed.
Increase the self-clean time up to 4 hours 5.
(depending upon the amount of oven soil) by
holding the TIME • TEMP + key.
To delay the self-clean start to a more conve-6.
nient time, press the STOP TIME key. Then,
press the TIME • TEMP + key to set the time
of day for the cycle to be complete. “DELAY
TIMED” will appear in the clock display. You can
delay the cycle up to 11 hours and 50 minutes.
Approximately 30 to 60 seconds after select-7.
ing SELF-CLEAN, the automatic door latch will
lock the door. “LOCK” and “ON” will appear in
the clock display. The oven will begin heating.
The “ON” indicator will cycle on and off with the
burner.
NOTE: If delay timed mode has been set, the “ON”
display and the oven heat will not turn on until the
programmed time has been reached.
IMPORTANT: If the door is not closed completely,
the automatic door latch will not be able to lock the
door when the self-clean mode is selected. In this
case, “DOOR” will flash in the clock display. press
the CANCEL • SECURE key to clear self-clean and
wait approximately 1 minute. Repeat the self-clean
steps from the beginning, being certain to close the
door completely. If you need to unlock the door,
turn off the self-clean cycle by pressing the CANCEL
• SECURE key. After approximately 1 minute,
“LOCK” will disappear from the clock display and
the door will unlock.
About 50 to 60 minutes is required for the oven to
reach the self-clean temperature. The self-clean
cycle can be stopped at any time by pressing
CANCEL • SECURE.
After completion of the self-clean cycle, the oven 8.
will stop heating and the “ON” and “CLEAN”
indicators will disappear from the clock display.
Press the CANCEL • SECURE key.
When the interior oven temperature falls below 9.
390˚F,thedoorlatchwillreleaseand“LOCK”
will disappear from the clock display. Do not
select any cooking function until the oven door is
unlocked.
Open the door. After ensuring that the oven has 10.
cooled sufficiently to be safe, use a damp cloth
or sponge to wipe out the powder residue found
in the bottom of the oven. If white spots remain
in the oven, remove them with a non-scratch
scouring pad before using the oven again. These
spots are normally salt that cannot be removed
by a self-clean cycle.
Re-install the oven racks and convection filter 11.
before cooking in the oven.
Self-Cleaning Tips
If any soil remains in the oven after completion •
of a self-clean cycle, repeat the cycle if desired.
Increase the cleaning time during future cycles.
Clean the oven regularly to prevent exces-•
sive soil build-up. Regular use will increase the
efficiency of the self-clean cycle and reduce the
amount of smoke and odors generated.
Self-clean in the cooler evening hours after •
cooking is complete and when electricity rates
are lower.
Manual Cleaning
Control Panel
To avoid accidentally turning the oven on while
cleaning the control panel, activate the secure feature (see Securing the Controls on page 11.)
Clean the control panel with a solution of mild •
detergent and warm water. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR SCRUBBERS. THEY WILL
PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE FINISH. Dry completely with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Door Handle and Control Housing
Clean the door handle and control panel housing •
with a solution of mild detergent and hot water.
Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. DO NOT USE
ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR SCRUBBERS. THEY
WILL PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE FINISH.
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Manual Cleaning (Continued)
Door Glass
Clean all glass surfaces with a solution of mild •
detergent and hot water. Use a mild glass
cleaner to remove fingerprints or smears. Dry
completely with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Stainless Steel Surfaces
The control panel, door(s) bullnose and side •
panels are covered with stainless steel. Clean
these surfaces with the provided Dacor Stainless
Steel Cleaner. Rinse and dry with a soft, lint-free
cloth. Always wipe stainless steel surfaces with
the grain. A small amount of baby oil may be
applied to stainless steel tops to restore lustre.
IMPORTANT: If commercially available stainless
steel cleaners are used, it is important to read the
labels for chlorine compounds. Chlorine is a corrosive substance. If these compounds are present,
rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Oven Convection Filter
WARNING
The convection filter is made of stainless steel. •
Remove it only when it is cool.
Re-install the filter before cooking in the oven again. •
Failure to do so will expose the convection fan blade
that rotates at high speed during convection modes.
Remove the filter regularly for cleaning. A •
clogged filter will reduce the effectiveness of
convection cooking modes. Soak it in hot soapy
water. Dry it completely before re-installing.
Porcelain Surfaces
IMPORTANT: The oven interior inner door liners
and cooktop spill trays are finished in porcelain
enamel.
Clean porcelain surfaces with a solution of mild •
detergent and hot water. Rinse and dry with a
soft cloth. Do not use abrasives or commercial
oven cleaners. Always remove excess grease
and soil from the oven interior and door prior to
using the self-clean cycle.
Brass, Chrome and Copper Surfaces
Clean brass, chrome and copper surfaces the same
way as stainless steel surfaces (see above).
Oven Racks
The oven racks are chrome-plated. For everyday •
cleaning, apply a solution of detergent and hot
water. To clean heavy soil, use the rough side of
a sponge or a scouring pad with plenty of water,
or use a solution of 1 cup ammonia to 2 gallons
of water.
IMPORTANT: Remove the racks during self-cleaning. If racks are left in the oven during self-cleaning,
they will permanently discolor.
Convection Filter Removal
Also, it is best to remove the filter during self- •
cleaning. When the filter is left in the oven
during self-clean, it will permanently discolor.
To reinstall the filter, orient it so that the two •
mounting tabs are towards the rear of the oven
chamber, open end down. Hook the two mounting tabs over the center horizontal bar.
Broiler Pan
The oven broiler pan is finished in porcelain
enamel. Clean both components in a solution of
detergent and hot water. For heavy soil conditions,
use a scouring pad such as steel wool with plenty of
water. Rinse well after cleaning.
Convection Filter Installation
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Care and Cleaning
Cooktop Disassembly and Cleaning
CAUTION
Do not clean the cooktop grates, burner parts or •
simmer plate in a dishwasher. They will be damaged.
After cleaning the burners, reassemble all of the burner •
parts before attempting to operate the cooktop.
Always dry and reassemble the cooktop parts •
completely before use.
Take care when cleaning around the control valve •
stems. If you get moisture inside the holes in the
chassis, damage to the range can occur.
Do not soak the knobs in water or put them in the •
dishwasher.
When the range is cool, remove the grates from 1.
the top of the cooktop.
Disassemble the burners: Lift the burner caps 2.
and burner rings off of the burner bases.
NOTE: If your range is equipped with stainless steel
spill trays, see the cleaning Stainless Steel Sur-
faces section for spill tray cleaning instructions.
Grates, Spill Trays and Simmer Plate
The grates, the spill tray and simmer plate are
coated with a porcelain finish.
For everyday cleaning, use a soft cloth or non-•
abrasive pad with warm soapy water to clean all
of the porcelain parts.
If necessary, tough stains may be removed by •
applying full-strength sprays such as Simple
Green™, Ajax™ All-Purpose Cleaner or Formula
409™. To minimize wear, use the mildest cleaner
needed to get the surface clean.
For extremely stubborn stains, you may use a •
mildly abrasive cleaner or applicator, such as
Soft Scrub™, Bon Ami™, S.O.S.® pads or other
soap-filled steel wool pads. Use these cleaners
with extreme care and only on occasion. Extensive use of these types of abrasives will eventually damage the finish.
Clean completely around the igniter, including 1.
over and under the edge of the metal top and
porcelain base. A firm toothbrush is ideal for this
task. Use care while cleaning because the porcelain is fragile and can crack or break. Do not use
water to clean the igniters. If necessary, use a
small amount of rubbing alcohol to help dissolve
grime.
Examine the burner rings. Remove anything 2.
stuck in the holes with a straightened paper
clip, wire or needle. Be careful not to scratch or
damage it. Do not distort the shape of the holes.
Clean all the burner rings, with window cleaner 3.
or rubbing alcohol. Use a cleaning brush with
plastic bristles or a firm tooth brush. When done,
rinse the parts well with clean water. Dry all the
parts thoroughly before re-assembling them.
Clean the burner caps with a solution of mild 4.
detergent and hot water.
Reassemble the 5.
cooktop in the
reverse order.
Make sure you line
up the notches on
the burner rings.
Test the burners 6.
after reassembling them. If the
flame is uneven,
be sure that all
the burner parts
are properly positioned, then check
for any remaining
dirt or grime on
the burner parts
or igniter. If erratic
clicking is still present, make sure the
igniter is completely dry. If the unit still exhibits problems after drying, call your local Dacor
Authorized Service Agent.
Burner Assembly
Cleaning the Igniters and Other Burner
Components
CAUTION
Use care while cleaning the igniters. The porcelain is
fragile and can crack or break.
IMPORTANT: The igniters will not work properly
if the burner rings, burner bases or igniters are not
clean. Dirty or wet igniters may not spark at all.
After disassembling the burners, check for any dirt
or grime deposited on the individual parts, including
the igniters.
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TIMER 1 CLOCK STOP TIME TIMER 2
Manual Cleaning (Continued)
Knobs and Spill Protector Rings
WARNING
Do not operate the cooktop without the knobs and spill •
protector rings in place.
Do not soak the knobs and spill protector rings in water •
or place them in the dishwasher.
Do not expose the knobs or spill protector rings to •
direct flame, hot utensils or other sources of heat.
The control knobs provided with the range are
designed for ease of use and longevity. The “D”
shaped design of the knob shaft ensures proper orientation when re-installing the knob. Beneath each
knob, a spill protector ring helps prevent liquid spills
from entering the control panel.
The knobs should be washed regularly in warm, •
soapy water. Hand dishwashing liquid is excellent for this task. Turn the knobs to the “OFF”
position prior to removing them from the valve
stems. Knobs should be removed by gently pulling them straight off of the valve shafts.
The spill protector rings should be cleaned in •
place. Use caution to avoid introduction of moisture into the control panel.
To replace knobs, align the “D-shaped” opening •
at the bottom of the knob with the “D-shaped”
valve shaft, then carefully press the knob onto
the valve shaft.
Adjusting the Oven Temperature
The oven is equipped with a feature that allows
you to calibrate the temperature inside the oven to
match the display value without the help of a service technician. Due to various conditions, the actual
temperature inside may vary somewhat from the
displayed temperature. The setting may also vary
from mode to mode.
To Calibrate the Oven:
Press the 1. BAKE key.
Press the 2. TIME • TEMP + key to set a tempera-
tureof500˚Forhigher.
Press and hold the 3. BAKE key. After approximately 5 seconds the temperature display is
replaced by “00”. Release the BAKE key. Calibration mode has now been accessed.
Press the 4. TIME • TEMP + or – key to set the
amount of temperature adjustment.
The temperature can be changed a maximum 5.
of35˚Fhigherorlower.Settheadjustment
to positive (+) numbers to increase the oven
temperature; set the adjustment to negative (–)
numbers to reduce the oven temperature.
Temperaturescanbeadjustedinincrementsof5˚F.
After setting the desired temperature offset, press
the CANCEL • SECURE key to exit the calibration
mode and to reset the clock display.
NOTES:
If • CANCEL • SECURE is not pressed after set-
ting the adjustment, the clock display will automatically reset in 6 seconds.
The amount of temperature adjustment may be •
changed again by repeating the calibration procedure. The oven will only retain the amount of
the most recent temperature adjustment.
The temperature adjustment is not affected by •
an electrical power failure.
The temperature adjustment only affects bake •
and convection modes. Broil and self-clean temperatures cannot be adjusted.
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Care and Cleaning
Replacing the Oven Lights
CAUTION
Make certain that the oven and light bulb are cool and •
that power to the oven has been turned off before
replacing the light bulb.
Always ensure that the lens cover is in place when •
using the oven. The lens cover protects the bulb
from breakage caused by high oven temperatures or
mechanical shock.
Replacing a Light Bulb
Light bulb replacement is considered to be a homeowner maintenance operation.
ERD Series Ranges:
ERD range models have halogen oven lights to
enhance the view into the oven. The light assembly
consists of a removable lens cover and 10-watt 120
Vac halogen bulb, as well as a light fixture housing.
Turn off the power at the main power supply.1.
Remove the lens cover from the housing by pull-2.
ing straight out. In some cases the lens cover
may be tight enough to require the use of your
light lens pry stick. It comes packed inside of
your broiler pan along with the use and care
manual. Use the lens pry stick with caution.
Do not cause uneven stress on the lens cover.
Gently insert the pointed end of the pry stick
under the center edge of the lens cover on the
side facing the oven door. Hold your hand under
the lens for support then pry out to remove.
Pull the light bulb out and replace it with a 3.
special 10-watt halogen bulb rated for use in a
self-cleaning oven. Use Dacor Part No. 86364
available from any authorized Dacor parts distributor or at www.everythingdacor.com.
Reinstall the lens cover by aligning the cover 4.
over the opening and gently pressing it into its
original position. IMPORTANT: Be sure to line
up the cutout in the lens with the light socket.
Turn the power back on at the main power 5.
supply.
Reset the time of day. (Refer to the 6. Setting Up
Your Range section).
EGR Series Ranges:
Turn off the power at the main power supply.1.
Remove the threaded lens cover from the hous-2.
ing by rotating counterclockwise.
Pull the light bulb out and replace it.3.
Reinstall the threaded lens cover by rotating 4.
clockwise.
Light Socket (EGR Series Models)
Turn the power back on at the main power 5.
supply.
Reset the time of day. See the 6. Setting Up Your
Range section.
Light Socket
(ERD Series Models)
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Before You Call for Service
Problem Solution Guide
Before you call for service, please review the chart below. If a failure code appears on the display, the oven
will beep continuously. Press the CANCEL • SECURE key to clear the beeps. The oven will not heat after it
displays a failure code. In this case, call a qualified appliance technician to repair the oven.
Problem May Be Caused By What to Do
Nothing works. Range not connected to electri-
cal power.
Power is off. Turn on power at circuit breaker or fuse
Power outage. Contact power company.
Igniters do not spark. Power not supplied to unit. See Nothing Works above.
Wet or dirty igniter. Clean and dry igniter and burner assem-
No flame. Igniter not working (no clicking
sound).
Wet or dirty igniter. Clean and dry according to Care and
Gas is turned off. Make sure the gas supply valve is in the
Gas supply interrupted. Contact gas company.
Burner goes out at low setting.
Flame is distorted, yellow or
very large.
Igniter continues to spark
(click) after flame ignites.
Low gas pressure. Contact gas company to have pressure
Air intake holes obstructed. Remove obstructions.
Burner parts are dirty or
clogged.
Burner parts are not properly
positioned.
Range set up to use a different
type of gas (natural or LP) or
set up for different altitude.
Gas regulator is not installed or
faulty.
Burner is cold. Burners may continue to spark for up to
Flame distorted by air draft. Minimize any air drafts around the cook-
Wet or dirty igniter. Clean and dry according to Care and
Burner parts wet or dirty. Clean and dry according to Care and
Burner parts not properly positioned.
Power supply polarity is
reversed or not properly
grounded.
Have oven connected to a properly sized
electrical power supply by a qualified
technician.
box. Check for tripped breaker or blown
fuse.
bly according to Care and Cleaning
section.
See Igniters do not spark above.
Cleaning section.
on position.
tested.
Clean and dry according to Care and
Cleaning section.
Make sure burner is assembled according
to the Setting Up Your Range section.
Have a qualified service technician check
to make sure that the range is set up for
the type of gas and the correct altitude.
Have a qualified service technician check
the gas regulator.
60 seconds when cold and set to low. See
Operating Your Range section for more
information on how to minimize.
top. Close nearby windows.
Cleaning section.
Cleaning section.
Make sure burner is assembled according
to the Setting Up Your Range section.
Have a licensed electrician check the electrical connections.
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Before You Call for Service
Problem May Be Caused By What to Do
Oven will not heat. Oven settings are not correct. Follow mode selection and clock settings
as specified in Setting up Your Range.
Oven is set for delay timed
cooking.
Clock displays incorrect
time of day.
Foods over-cook. Incorrect cooking time, tem-
Foods under-cook. Incorrect cooking time, tem-
Oven does not self-clean. Door is not shut tight, so auto-
Oven light will not work. Light bulb is burned out. See Care and Cleaning section.
Door will not open. Oven is in self-clean mode. If oven is hot, door latch will release
Oven will not heat after
self-clean.
Time of day is not set. Press CLOCK key, then press TIME •
Power supply has been interrupted.
perature.
Oven temperature calibration differs from your previous
oven.
perature.
Oven temperature calibration differs from your previous
oven.
matic door latch will not lock.
Oven settings are not correct. See Care and Cleaning section.
Oven is set for delay timed
cleaning.
Time of day is not set due to
power failure.
Oven settings are not correct. See Operating Your Range section.
Oven is set for Delayed Time
mode.
Oven will turn on automatically at time
set. If desired, press CANCEL • SECURE
key to cancel out of delay timed cooking.
TEMP key to set correct time of day.
Reset time of day.
Adjust time, temperature or rack position.
Adjust oven temperature. See Care and
Cleaning section.
Adjust time, temperature or rack position.
Adjust oven temperature. See Care and
Cleaning section.
Close door tightly.
Oven will turn on automatically at set
time. Press CANCEL • SECURE key to
cancel out of delay timed cleaning.
automatically when oven temperature
fallsbelow390˚Fatendofcycle.
If self-clean was just selected and the
oven is still cool, press CANCEL •
SECURE to turn off self-clean. The door
will open in about 30 seconds.
Press CLOCK key, then press TIME •
TEMP key to set correct time of day.
Oven will turn on at present time. If
desired, press CANCEL • SECURE button
to cancel out of delay timed mode.
Error Code Cause
F0 Touch key is stuck in a depressed position.
F1 Relay circuit failure.
F2 Oven temperature exceeded the clean/cooking runaway temperature.
F3 Short circuit in the oven temperature sensor.
F4 Open circuit in the oven temperature sensor.
F6 Failure in the EEPROM check comparison. (Only time of day and timer will operate.)
F7 Failure of the self-clean automatic door latch circuit.
F8 Failure of the door latch motor.
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Warranty and Service
Product Maintenance
Do not perform any maintenance other than that
instructed in the Care and Cleaning section of this
manual. A qualified service technician should perform all other service.
Getting Help
Before you obtain service, please review the Before
You Call for Service section on page 20. If you
have performed the checks in the Problem Solution Guide and the problem has not yet been
remedied, please visit our web site or contact our
Customer Service Team for a listing of Dacor authorized service agents. Prior to requesting service, it
is helpful to be familiar with the warranty terms and
conditions on this page.
Contact us through our web site at:
www.Dacor.com
Dacor Customer Service:
Tel: (800) 793-0093
Fax: (626) 403-3130
Business Hours: 6:00
You may also write us at:
Dacor Customer Service
1440 Bridge Gate Drive
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
At Dacor, we believe that our quality of service
equals that of our product. Should your experience
with our service network or product be different,
please contact our Customer Service Team and
share your encounter with us. We will do our utmost
to resolve the situation for you and deliver on our
Dacor promise.
If you need anything clarified, just let us know.
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What Is Covered
CERTIFICATE OF WARRANTIES: DACOR
RANGES
WITHIN THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U.S.A., THE
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA*:
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
If your DACOR product fails to function within one
year of the original date of purchase, due to a defect
in material or workmanship, DACOR will remedy the
defect without charge to you or subsequent users.
The owner must provide proof of purchase upon
request, and have the appliance accessible for service.
*Warranty is null and void if non-UL approved product is transported from the U.S.
OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U.S.A.,
THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA:
LIMITED FIRST YEAR WARRANTY
If your DACOR product fails to function within one
year of the original date of purchase, due to a defect
in material or workmanship, DACOR will furnish a
new part, F.O.B. factory to replace the defective
part. All delivery, installation, and labor costs are
the responsibility of the purchaser. The owner must
provide proof of purchase, upon request, and have
the appliance accessible for service.
What Is Not Covered
Service calls to educate the customer in the •
proper use and care of the product.
Failure of the product when used for commercial, •
business, rental or any application other than for
residential consumer use.
Replacement of house fuses or fuse boxes or •
resetting of circuit breakers.
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, •
flood or other acts of God.
Breakage, discoloration or damage to glass, •
metal surfaces, plastic components, trim, paint
or other cosmetic finish, caused by improper
usage or care, abuse or neglect.
THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR IN THE ABOVE
EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. THEREFORE, NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES ARE MADE, AND OUTSIDE THE FIFTY
STATES OF THE UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT
OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE
DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT SHALL
DACOR BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL EXPENSE OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. NO WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARE MADE TO ANY BUYER
FOR RESALE.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inconsequential damages, so
the above limitations or exclusions may not apply
to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights that vary from
state to state.
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Web site: www.Dacor.com
Corporate phone: (800) 793-0093
WARRANTY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT:
Your warranty will not be activated until you activate it online or return this form to Dacor. If you have purchased more
than one Dacor product, please return all forms in one envelope or activate the warranty for each product online.
Please rest assured that under no conditions will Dacor sell your name or any of the information on this form for mailing list purposes. We
are very grateful that you have chosen Dacor products for your home and do not consider the sale of such information to be a proper way
of expressing our gratitude!
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1. How were you first exposed to Dacor products? (Please check one only.)
A. T.V. Cooking Show F Builder
B. Magazine G. Architect/Designer
C. Appliance Dealer Showroom H. Another Dacor Owner
D. Kitchen Dealer Showroom I. Model Home
E. Home Show J. Other
2. Where did you buy your Dacor appliances?
A. Appliance Dealer D. Builder
B. Kitchen Dealer E. Other
C. Builder Supplier
3. For what purpose was the product purchased?
A. Replacement only C. New Home
B. Part of a Remodel D. Other
4. What is your household income?
A. Under $75,000 D. $150,000 – $200,000
B. $75,000 – $100,000 E. $200,000 – $250,000
C. $100,000 – $150,000 F. Over $250,000
5. What other brands of appliances do you have in your kitchen?
A. Cooktop C. Dishwasher
B. Oven D. Refrigerator
6. Would you buy or recommend another Dacor product?
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