FRIGIDAIRE FCRE306CAS, FCRE306CAW User guide

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ELECTRIC

RANGE

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Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . 3

Cooking Recommendations. . . . . . . . . 9

Before Setting Surface Controls . . . . . 12

Setting Surface Controls. . . . . . . . . . 16

Frigidaire.com USA 1-800-374-4432 Frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352

Before Setting Oven Controls. . . . . . . 19

Setting Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to our

Thank you for bringing Frigidaire into your home! We see your purchase as the beginning of a long relationship together.

This manual is your resource for the use and care of your product. Please read it before using your appliance. Keep it handy for quick reference. If something doesn’t seem right, the troubleshooting section will help you with common issues.

FAQs, helpful tips and videos, cleaning products, and kitchen and home accessories are available at www. frigidaire.com.

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Installation Checklist

 Read all the safety instructions in the front of

your Use & Care Manual.

 Remove all packaging materials from your

appliance before cooking.

 Conﬁ rm that the electrical power to the appli-

ance is turned on.

 Wipe out the inside of the oven cavity with a

damp cloth.

 Apply a thin layer of cooking oil to the sides of

the oven racks to keep them gliding smoothly.

 Set the clock. See (page 22) for instruc-

tions.

 Test all surface elements/burners to make sure

they are working properly (page 19).

 Before cooking, set the oven to bake at 350°F

(177ºC) for 30 minutes (page 24). Some noise and odors are normal on the ﬁ rst cooking cycle.

 Remember to complete your product registra-

tion!

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

Serial Number Location

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.

Do not attempt to install or operate your appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION statement based on the risk type.

Warnings and important instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised with installing, maintaining, or operating your appliance.

DEFINITIONS

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert of potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

NOTE

Indicates a short, informal reference – something written down to assist the memory or for future reference.

WARNING

Tip Over Hazard

• A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.

• Verify the anti-tip device has been installed to floor or wall.

• Ensure the anti-tip device is re-engaged to floor or wall when the range is moved.

• Do not operate the range without the anti-tip device in place and engaged.

• Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

Range

leveling

leg

Anti-tip bracket

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT

Indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related.

To check if the anti-tip bracket is installed properly, use both arms to grasp the rear edge of the range back. Carefully attempt to tilt range forward. When properly installed, the range should not tilt forward.

Refer to the anti-tip bracket installation instructions supplied with your range for proper installation.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT

Read and follow the below instructions and precautions for unpacking, installing, and servicing your appliance.

Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the appliance. Never allow children to play with packaging material. Do not remove the wiring label and other literature attached to the appliance. Do not remove model/serial number plate.

Cold temperatures can damage the electronic control. When using this appliance for the ﬁ rst time, or when the appliance has not been used for an extended period of time, be sure the appliance has been in temperatures above 32ºF (0ºC) for at least 3 hours before turning on the power to the appliance.

All materials used in construction of cabinets, enclosures, and supports surrounding the product must have a temperature rating above 200°F (94°C).

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• Avoid ﬁ re hazard or electrical shock. Failure to follow this warning may cause serious injury, ﬁ re, or death.

• Avoid ﬁ re hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an adapter plug, use an extension cord, or remove grounding prong from the power cord. Failure to follow this warning may cause serious injury, ﬁ re, or death.

Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualiﬁ ed technician. In the United States, install in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NPFA No. 54, latest edition and National Electrical Code NFPA No. 70 latest edition, and local electrical code requirements. In Canada, install in accordance with CAN/CGA B149.1 and CAN/CGA B149.2 and CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical code, Part 1-latest editions and local electrical code requirements. Install only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this appliance.

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

Be sure to have an appropriate foam-type ﬁ re extinguisher available, visible, and easily accessible located near the appliance.

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. For maximum safety, the power cord must be securely connected to an electrical outlet or junction box that is the correct voltage, is correctly polarized and properly grounded, and protected by a circuit breaker in accordance with local codes.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

It is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have the appropriate outlet or junction box with the correct, properly grounded wall receptacle installed by a qualiﬁ ed electrician. It is the responsibility and obligation of the consumer to contact a qualiﬁ ed installer to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and is in conformance with all local codes and ordinances.

This appliance is equipped with a 4-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.

Power supply cord with 4-prong grounding plug

See the installation instructions packaged with this appliance for complete installation and grounding instructions.

240V grounded wall receptacle

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING

• Storage In or On Appliance—Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven or microwave, near surface burners or elements, or in the storage or warmer drawer (if equipped). This includes paper, plastic, and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plastic ware, and towels, as well as ﬂ ammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the appliance.

• Do not leave children alone - Children should not be left alone 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, including the storage drawer, lower broiler drawer, warmer drawer, or lower double oven.

• Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above the appliance or on the backguards of ranges. Children climbing on or near the appliance to reach items could be seriously injured.

• Do not allow children to climb or play around the appliance. The weight of a child on an open oven door may cause the appliance to tip, resulting in serious burns or other injury. An open drawer when hot may cause burns. Stepping, leaning, or sitting on the door or drawers of this appliance can result in serious injuries and also cause damage to the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• Never cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover and entire rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat, causing a ﬁ re hazard.

• Do not use oven or warmer drawer (if equipped) for storage.

• Never use your appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the appliance.

CAUTION

• When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Grease may catch ﬁ re if it becomes too hot.

• Do not use water or ﬂ our on grease ﬁ res. Smother ﬁ re or ﬂ ame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher. Cover the ﬁ re with a pan lid or use baking soda.

CAUTION

• Do not touch surface burners or elements, areas near these burners or elements, interior surfaces of the oven, or the warmer drawer (if equipped). Surface burners and elements may be hot even though they appear cool. Areas near surface burners and elements may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other ﬂ ammable materials touch these areas until they are cool. These areas may include the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, oven vent areas, oven door, and oven window.

• Do not attempt to operate the appliance during a power failure. If the power fails, always turn o the appliance. If the appliance is not turned o and the power resumes, electric surface elements may resume operation when power is restored. Once the power resumes, reset the clock and the oven function.

• Use dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholders touch hot cooking areas. Do not use towels or other bulky cloths.

• Do not heat unopened food containers - Build-up of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury.

• Wear proper apparel - Loose-ﬁ tting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let clothing or other ﬂ ammable materials contact hot surfaces.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR RADIANT COOKTOP

Know which knob or key controls each surface heating area. Place cookware with food on the cooking area before turning it on. Turn the cooking area o before removing the cookware.

Cookware handles should be turned inward and not extend over adjacent surface elements — To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of ﬂ ammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of the cookware should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over other cooking areas.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Use proper pan size - This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of di erent sizes. Select cookware with ﬂ at bottoms that match the surface unit size. Using the proper cookware on the cooking area will improve e ciency.

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.

Improper cookware may break due to sudden changes in temperature. Check the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations for cooktop use.

Never leave surface elements unattended. Boil-overs may cause smoking and greasy spills that may ignite. A pan that has boiled dry could be damaged and may damage the cooktop.

Do not use a searing grill meant for use with a broiler pan on the cooktop. The searing grill is not designed for use on the cooktop. Doing so may result in a ﬁ re.

When you are ﬂ aming foods under a ventilating hood, turn on the fan.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR GLASS AND CERAMIC COOKTOPS

Do Not Clean or Operate a Broken Cooktop. If cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualiﬁ ed technician immediately.

Clean cooktop glass 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.

Avoid scratching the cooktop glass with sharp objects.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN

Protective liners—Do not use aluminum foil, aftermarket oven liners, or any other materials or devices to line oven bottom, oven racks, or any other part of the appliance. Only use aluminum as recommended for baking, such as lining cookware or as a cover placed on food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or ﬁ re or a short circuit.

Use care when opening oven door, lower oven door, or warmer drawer (some models). Stand to the side of the appliance 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. Touching surfaces in this area when the oven is on may cause severe burns. Do not place plastic or heat-sensitive items on or near the oven vent. These items can 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, do not let potholder contact hot burner or element in oven. Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition. Remove all cookware and utensils before moving the rack.

Do not use a broiler pan without its insert. Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat to drain away from the high heat of the broiler. Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil; exposed fat and grease could ignite.

Do not cook food on the oven bottom. Always cook in proper cookware and always use the oven racks.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE

CAUTION

Before manually cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned o and the appliance is cool. Cleaning a hot appliance can cause burns.

Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch ﬁ re. Do not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy deposits in the fan could catch ﬁ re.

Always follow the manufacturer’s recommended directions for use of kitchen cleaners and aerosols. Be aware that excess residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and injury.

Clean ventilating hoods frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or ﬁ lter. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning vent hoods.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless speciﬁ cally recommended in the manuals. All other servicing should be done only by a qualiﬁ ed technician. This reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to the appliance.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

Ask your dealer to recommend a qualiﬁ ed technician and an authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the power to the appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency.

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

Do not touch a hot oven light bulb with a damp cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Handle halogen lights (if equipped) with paper towels or soft gloves. Disconnect the appliance or shut o the power to the appliance before removing and replacing the bulb.

WARNING

California Residents: for cancer and reproductive harm information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS

Bakeware

The material of bakeware a ects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food.

Material Attributes Recommendation

Shiny metal bakeware Shiny, aluminum, and non-coat-

ed bakeware is the best for even heating. It is suitable for all baked goods.

Recommended cooking temperatures and times are based on shiny metal bakeware.

Dark metal bakeware Dark bakeware cooks hotter than

shiny bakeware.

Glass bakeware Glass bakeware cooks hotter

than shiny bakeware. Glass is convenient, as the same

piece of bakeware can be used for cooking, serving, and storing food.

Insulated bakeware Insulated bakeware cooks cooler

than shiny bakeware. Insulated bakeware is designed

for baking in gas ovens.

Reduce the cooking temperature by 25° F (13-14° C) when using dark bakeware.

Reduce the cooking temperature by 25° F (13-14° C) when using glass bakeware.

Increase the cooking temperature by 25° F (13-14° C) when using insulated bakeware.

COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS

Cooking Conditions

Conditions in your kitchen can a ect the performance of your appliance when cooking food.

Condition Attributes Recommendation

Aging cookware As pans age and become

discolored, cooking times may need to be reduced slightly.

High altitude Air is drier and air pressure is

lower. Water boils at a lower tem-

perature, and liquids evaporate faster.

Foods may take longer to bake.

Doughs may rise faster.

If food is too dark or overcooked, use the minimum cook time in the recipe or packaging.

If food is too light or undercooked, use the middle to maximum cook time in the recipe or packaging.

Adjust cooking temperature, cooking time, or recipes as needed.

Increase amount of liquid in baking recipes. Increase cook time on cooktop. Cover dishes

to reduce evaporation. Increase bake time or oven temperature. Reduce amount of baking soda or baking

powder in recipe. Reduce rising time or punch down dough and allow it to rise twice.

Cooking Results

Small adjustments may ﬁ x a problem with food not being as done as you like or more done than you like.

Result Recommendation

Food too light Use the middle to maximum cook time recommended on packaging or recipe.

Food too dark Use the minimum cook time recommended on packaging or recipe.

Cooking Tips

Use these additional tips to get the best results from your appliance.

Situation Recommendation Baking

Rack placement Follow the instructions in “Setting Oven Controls” on page 21.

When using only one rack, place the rack so the food is in the center of the oven.

Preheat Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies, cakes, biscuits and

breads. Insert food immediately after the beep.

Checking food Use the window and oven light when checking food. Opening the door may

reduce baking performance.

Bake or Convection Bake Convection bake is the best function to use for baking on multiple racks. For

best performance, see “Convection Bake” on page 26.

Food placement Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between bakeware for proper air cir-

culation.

COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS

Material Recommendation Broiling / Roasting

Broiling pan For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with a broil pan insert de-

signed to drain the fat from the food, help avoid spatter, and reduce smoking. The broiler pan will catch grease spills, and the insert helps prevent grease splatters.

If a broiler pan and insert are not supplied with this appliance, they may be purchased from Frigidaire.com.

Convection Cooking

Convection attributes Convection cooking uses a fan to circulate hot air around the oven and

food. It browns food more evenly and reduces hot spots in the oven. Convection saves time when using multiple racks or cooking several food

items at once.

Convection bake Reduce cooking temperature by 25° F (13-14° C) from the recipe unless the

recipe is written for convection baking. Preheat the oven for best results.

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop

The ceramic glass cooktop has heating elements below a smooth glass surface. The designs on the ceramic cooktop outline the areas of the surface elements underneath. Always match the pan size with the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop. Only ﬂ at-bottomed cookware should be used.

Prior to using your cooktop for the ﬁ rst time, apply a ceramic cooktop cleaning cream (available in most hardware, grocery and department stores) to the ceramic surface. Clean and bu with a clean paper towel. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. Cooktop cleaning creams leave a protective ﬁ nish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions.

The type and size of cookware, the number of surface elements in use, and their settings will all a ect the amount of heat that will spread to areas beyond the surface elements. The areas surrounding the elements may become hot enough to cause burns.

IMPORTANT

• The cooktop should not be used as a cutting board or work surface.

• Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop may crack it.

About the Radiant Surface Elements

The element temperature rises gradually and evenly. As the temperature rises, the element will glow red. To maintain the selected setting the element will cycle on and o . The heating element retains enough heat to provide a uniform and consistent heat during the o cycle.

For e cient cooking, turn the element o several minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process.

CAUTION

Surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned o . The element surface may still be hot, and burns may occur if the element or surrounding area is touched before it has cooled to a safe temperature.

Do not place ﬂ ammable items such as plastic salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders, or plastic wrapping on top of the range when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels, or wooden spoons could catch ﬁ re if placed too close to the surface elements.

Do not use aluminum foil to line surface drip bowls or reﬂ ector pans. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or ﬁ re.

• Placing food directly on the smoothtop surface (without a cooking utensil) is not recommended, as di cult cleaning will result, and foods may smoke and cause potential ﬁ re hazard.

• Always lift cookware before moving on the ceramic glass cooktop. Any cookware that has a rough or dirty bottom can scratch the ceramic cooktop. Always start with clean cookware.

NOTE

• Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and o , even at the HI setting.

• Be sure to read detailed instructions for coil cooktop cleaning in the “Care and Cleaning” section and “Before You Call” checklist section of this Use and Care Guide.

IMPORTANT

Do not allow aluminum foil, or any material that can melt, to make contact with the cooking element. If these items melt on the cooktop, they will damage the cooktop.

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Using Proper Cookware

The size and type of cookware used will inﬂ uence the heat setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in “Figure 1: Testing cookware” and “Figure 2: Proper cookware”.

Check for ﬂ atness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware (see “Figure 1: Testing cookware”). Cookware should have ﬂ at bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface of the heating element.

Figure 1: Testing cookware

Cookware Material Types

The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The most popular materials available are:

• Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware resists staining and pitting).

• Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily (see Aluminum).

• Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results. Durable, easy to clean, and resists staining.

• Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor, but will retain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is reached.

• Porcelain-enamel on metal - Heating characteristics will vary depending on base material.

• Glass - Slow heat conductor.

• Flat bottom and straight sides.

• Tight fitting lids.

• Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan is well balanced

• Pan sizes match the amount of food to be prepared and the size of the surface element.

• Made of material that conducts heat well.

• Easy to clean.

• Always match pot diameter to element size.

Figure 2: Proper cookware

• Curved and warped pans.

• Cookware larger than element by more than one-half inch or 12mm.

• Heavy handle tilts pan.

• Pan is much smaller

than the element.

IMPORTANT

Do not place empty aluminum, glass, or porcelain-enamel coated cookware on the element. The melting point of cookware made with these materials may be reached quickly, especially if left empty. If the cookware melts it will damage the cooktop. Follow all the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations for use and care of cookware.

IMPORTANT

NEVER place or straddle a cooking utensil over two di erent surface cooking areas at the same time. Incorrect use may damage the cooktop.

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Types of Ceramic Cooktop Elements

The circles on the ceramic glass cooktop outline the size and type of element underneath. The elements on your cooktop depend on the model.

• A single radiant element has one circle. Some models have a large Simmer to Boil element for large pots

• A dual radiant element (some models) has two circles. The dual radiant element may be set using only the smaller inner element or both inner and outer elements may be set to heat together for a larger surface.

• Dual elements allow more ﬂ exibility with the size of cookware.

• A keep warm element (some models) has one small circle. It is used to keep food warm after cooking. The keep warm element is not designed to cook food.

Figure 3: Single and double elements

Figure 6: Surface elements

Figure 4: Large single element (some models)

Figure 5: Warm zone

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Element On and Hot Surface Indicator Lights

The ELEMENT ON indicator light will turn on when one or more elements are turned on. A quick glance at this indicator light when cooking is ﬁ nished is an easy check to be sure all surface elements are turned o .

The HOT SURFACE indicator light will turn on when the burner is hot enough to cause burns and will remain on after the burner is turned o until the surface has cooled to a safe temperature.

Figure 7: Element On and Hot Surface indicators

Home Canning

Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance. Check with the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Web site and be sure to read all the information they have available as well as follow their recommendations for home canning procedures.

• Use only a completely ﬂ at bottom canner with no ridges that radiate from the bottom center when home canning. Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom surface is ﬂ at. Use a straight-edge to check canner bottom.

• Make sure the diameter of the canner does not exceed 1 inch beyond the surface element markings or burner.

• It is recommended to use smaller diameter canners on electric coil and ceramic glass cooktops and to center canners on the burner grates.

• Start with hot tap water to bring water to boil more quickly.

• Use the highest heat setting when ﬁ rst bringing the water to a boil. Once boiling is achieved, reduce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain that boil.

• Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning information.

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

Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended amount of time.

SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Single radiant surface elements (all models)

To operate single radiant elements (including Simmer to Boil elements):

1. Place correctly sized cookware on surface element.

2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction (Figure 8) to the desired setting (refer to the Table 1).

3. When cooking is complete, turn the radiant surface element OFF before removing the cookware.

Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to ﬁ nish cooking. The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular spot. Use the graphics provided as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed (see Figure 8).

A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area.

Suggested radiant surface element settings

The suggested settings found in Table 1 below are based on cooking with medium-weight aluminum pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.

Settings Type of Cooktop

High (HI - 9) Start most foods, bring

water to a boil, pan broiling

Medium High (7 - 8) Continue a rapid boil,

fry, deep fat fry

Medium (5 - 6) Maintain a slow boil,

thicken sauces and gravies or steam vegetables

Medium Low (2 - 4) Keep foods cooking,

poach, stew

Low (1) Low temperature cook-

ing

Low (LO) Keep warm, melt

Table 1: Suggested settings for radiant elements

Figure 8: Surface control knob

CAUTION

Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned o . The element may still be hot and burns may occur if the element is touched before it has cooled su ciently.

Do not place ﬂ ammable items such as plastic salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders, or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels, or wooden spoons could catch ﬁ re if placed too close to the surface elements.

Do not use aluminum foil to line surface drip bowls or reﬂ ector pans. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or ﬁ re.

NOTES

• The size and type of utensil used and the amount and type of food being cooked will inﬂ uence the setting needed for best cooking results.

• The Element ON indicator lights will glow when one or more elements are turned ON. A quick glance at these indicator lights when ﬁ nished cooking is an easy check to be sure all control knobs are turned OFF. The Hot Surface indicator light will remain on AFTER the control knob is turned to the “OFF” position and will stay on until the heating surface area has cooled su ciently.

Dual radiant surface elements (some models)

Symbols on the backguard will help choose which portion of the dual radiant element to set. The symbol indicates a setting for the inner element only. The symbol indicates a setting for both inner and outer elements.

To operate a dual radiant element:

1. Place correctly sized cookware on the surface element.

2. Push in and turn the surface control knob clockwise to begin heating both the inner and outer elements. If only the inner element is needed for smaller cookware, push in and turn the knob counter-clockwise (see Figure 9).

3. When cooking is complete, turn the knob to OFF before removing the cookware.

Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to ﬁ nish cooking. The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular mark. Use the marks as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed.

A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area.

You may switch from either single or dual element setting at any time during cooking. See “Table 1: Suggested settings for radiant elements” on page

16.

SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Figure 9: Dual element knob settings

IMPORTANT

Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop, they will damage the ceramic cooktop.

NOTES

CAUTION

• Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned o . The element may still be hot and burns may occur if the element is touched before it has cooled su ciently.

• Do not place ﬂ ammable items such as plastic salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders, or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels, or wooden spoons could catch ﬁ re if placed too close to the surface elements.

• Do not use aluminum foil to line surface drip bowls or reﬂ ector pans. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or ﬁ re.

• The size and type of utensil used and the amount and type of food being cooked will inﬂ uence the setting needed for best cooking results.

SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Warm Zone (some models)

Use the warm zone to keep cooked foods hot. Always start with hot food. It is not recommended

to heat cold food on the keep warm zone. All food placed on the warming zone should be covered with a lid to maintain quality.

For best results, when warming pastries or breads, the cover should have an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very di cult to clean. Use only dishware, utensils, and cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use on the keep warm zone.

To activate the Warm Zone:

Press the Warm Zone button on the control panel twice.

CAUTION

• Unlike the surface elements, the keep warm zone will not glow red when it is hot. To avoid burns always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from the cooktop, including the keep warm zone, as cookware and plates will be hot.

• Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned o . The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled su ciently.

• Do not place ﬂ ammable items such as plastic salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders, or plastic wrappings on the cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels, or wooden spoons could catch ﬁ re if placed too close to the surface elements.

IMPORTANT

Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop, they will damage the ceramic cooktop.

BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Oven Vent Location

The oven is vented as shown below. When the oven is on, warm air is released through the vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. Do not block oven vent. Never close o the openings with aluminium foil or any other material. Steam or moisture may appear near the oven vent. This is normal.

Figure 11: Oven vent

WARNING

Protective Liners — Do not use aluminum foil or any other material or liners to line the oven bottom, walls, racks or any other part of the range. Doing so will alter the heat distribution, produce poor baking results, and possibly cause permanent damage to the oven interior. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or ﬁ re. During self clean, temperatures in the oven will be hot enough to melt foil.

CAUTION

Types of Oven Rack

at oven rack

Figure 10: Oven rack types

Flat oven racks may be used for most cooking

needs and may be placed in most oven rack positions.

Removing, Replacing, and Arranging Flat or O set Oven Racks

Always arrange the oven racks when the oven is cool.

To remove - Pull the oven rack straight forward until it reaches the stop position. Lift up front of oven rack slightly and slide out.

To replace - Place the oven rack on the rack guides on both sides of oven walls. Tilt the front of oven rack upward slightly and slide the oven rack back into place. Be sure oven racks are level before using.

Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven. When cooking, the oven interior, oven exterior, oven racks, and cooktop will become very hot which can cause burns.

Remove all oven racks before starting a self clean cycle. If oven racks are left inside the oven during a cleaning cycle, the slide ability of the oven racks may be damaged and all of the oven racks will lose their shiny ﬁ nish.

To prevent possible damage to the oven, do not attempt to close the oven door until all the oven racks are fully positioned back inside the oven cavity.

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

1 2 3

1. Bake is for delicate foods that need heat to rise

and move gently in the oven.

2. Broil is for broiling and grilling foods under

direct, high heat.

3. Steam Clean starts a steam cleaning cycle to

loosen light soils.

4. Delay Start sets the oven to start after a

speciﬁ ed period of time.

5. Cook Time sets the oven to turn o after

running for a speciﬁ ed period of time.

5 6 7

11. START starts cooking functions and sets the

clock.

12. OFF turns o all cooking functions.

13. Warm Zone activates the surface warming

element.

14. Lockout deactivates the control panel to

prevent accidental key presses.

6. Keep Warm Use to keep cooked foods at

serving temperature in the oven.

7. Oven Light turns the interior light on and o

at a touch.

8. Timer On-O is used to set or cancel the

minute timer.

9. Settings is used to set user preferences for

various control functions including:

• CLoC: set time of day.

• Hour: change between 12 or 24 hour mode

• Aud: set the volume of control keys or to operate in

silent mode.

• F-C: display temperatures in Fahrenheit or Celcius.

• rSEt: reset all user preferences to original factory

settings.

• uPo: .adjust the oven temperature settings.

• E-SA: .change between 12-hour energy savings mode

and continuous mode..

10. Up/Down Arrows used to scroll to

temperature and time settings.

Table 2: Oven Modes

Feature Mode Min.Temp/

Time

Bake 170°F (77°C) 550°F (288°C)

Broil LO HI

Keep Warm 140°F (60°C) 1 Hour

Clock 12 Hr.

24 Hr.

Timer OnO

Note: An entry acceptance tone (1beep) will sound each time a key is touched (the oven lock key is delayed 3 seconds). An entry error tone (3 short beeps) will sound if the entry of the temperature or time is below the minimum or above the maximum settings for the feature.

1:00 Hr./Min. 0:00 Min 0:01 Min. 11:59 Hr./Min.

Max Temp/ Time

12:59 Hr./Min. 23:59 Hr./Min.

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Setting the Clock

When the appliance is ﬁ rst plugged in or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupted, the display will ﬂ ash 12:00; if so, skip to Step 4. It is recommended to always set the clock for the correct time of day before using the appliance.

To set the clock:

1. Press .

2. Press the Up or Down arrow until “CLoC” ap-

pears in the display.

3. Press START.

4. Press the Up or Down arrow until the correct

time appears in the display. You can press and hold the Up or Down arrow to change the time faster.

5. Press START. NOTE: The clock cannot be changed when the

oven is set for cooking or self clean is active.

Setting a silent control panel (Aud)

When selecting a function, an audible tone is heard each time a key is pressed. If desired, the control can be programmed for silent operation.

To set the controls for silent operation:

1. Press .

1. Press the Up or Down arrow until “Aud” ap-

pears in the display.

2. Press the Up or Down arrow to toggle between “oFF” and “on”.

3. Press START to accept when the desired set- ting is displayed.

Display will return to the time of day.

Setting 12 Hour or 24 Hour display mode (Hour)

The clock display mode allows you to select 12 hr or 24 hr modes. The factory pre-set clock display mode is 12 hours.

To set 12 hr or 24 hr display mode:

1. Press .

2. Press the Up or Down arrow until “Hour” ap-

pears in the display.

3. Press START.

4. Press UP or Down arrow key to toggle between

12 hr and 24 hr setting.

5. Press START to accept the desired clock set-

ting.

Temperature display (F-C)

The electronic oven control is set to operate in Fahrenheit (°F) at the factory. You can change it to operate in Celcius (°C). The oven may be programmed for any temperature from 170°F to 550°F (77°C to 287°C).

To change the temperature to Celsius (°C) or from °C to °F:

1. Press .

2. Press Press the Up or Down arrow until until F-C appears.

3. Press START.

4. Press Up and Down arrows to toggle between F and C.

5. Press START to accept your choice.

Display will return to show the time of day.

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Adjust Oven Temperature (UPO)

Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure an accurate baking temperature. For the ﬁ rst few uses, follow your recipe times and temperature recommendations carefully. If you think the oven is cooking too hot or too cool for your recipe times, you can adjust the control so the oven cooks hotter or cooler than the temperature displayed.

Important: Do not use oven thermometers such as those found in grocery stores to check the temperature settings inside your oven. These oven thermometers may vary as much as 20 to 40 degrees from actual temperatures.

The oven temperature may be increased as much as +35°F (+19°C) or decreased -35°F (-19°C) from the factory calibrated settings.

To increase or decrease the oven temperature by 20°F:

1. Press .

2. Press the Up or Down arrow until “UPO” ap-

pears in the display.

Restore Factory Settings (rSEt)

Your appliance was set with predetermined (default) oven control settings. Over time, users may have made changes to these settings. The following options may have been modiﬁ ed since the appliance was new.

• 12 or 24 hr display mode

• Continuous bake or 12-hour energy savings mode

• Silent or audible controls

• Oven temperature display (Fahrenheit or Celsius)

• Oven temperature adjustments (UPO)

To restore oven control to factory default settings:

1. Press .

2. Press the Up or Down arrow until “rSEt” ap- pears in the display.

3. Press and hold START for three seconds. The control has been reset with the default settings.

3. Press START

4. Press the Up or Down arrow until the desired

amount of temperature adjustment is shown. The oven temperature may be increased as

much as +35°F or decreased -35°F from the factory calibrated settings.

The oven temperature adjustment may be made if your oven control is set to display temperatures in °C (Celsius). Minimum and maximum settings for Celsius range from plus +19°C to minus -19°C.

5. Press START to accept change.

Important note:

• Oven temperature adjustments will not change the Broil, Self Clean, or Keep Warm temperatures.

Continuous bake setting or 12-hour energy saving feature (E-SA)

The oven control has a built-in 12-hour energy saving feature that will shut o the oven if the oven is left on for more than 12 hours. The oven control can be prgrammed to override this feature for continuous baking.

To change the continuous bake setting:

1. Press

2. Press the Up or Down arrow until “E-SA” ap-

pears in the display.

3. Press START.

4. Press the Up or Down arrow to toggle between

“12Hr” and “Cont.

5. Press START to accept when the desired set-

ting is displayed.

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Setting the minute timer

The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes. The minute timer can be used alone or while using any of the other oven features. If another feature is active when the minute timer is active, the minute timer will show in the display. To view information about other active features, press the

key for that feature.

Example: Setting timer for 15 minutes.

1. Press Timer on-o key:

2. Press Up or Down arrows until the desired

time appears in the display. You can press and hold the Up or Down arrow to change the time faster.

3. Press START. The timer will begin to count-

down. When the set time ends, the display will show End.

To turn the timer o at any time, press the

Timer on-o key. NOTE: The timer will beep three times and will con-

tinue to beep three times every minute until Timer on-o is pressed. The minute timer will not start or

stop the cooking process.

Operating oven light

Press the oven light key on the control panel to turn the interior oven light on and o whenever the oven door is closed.

NOTE: For best baking results, do not leave oven light on while baking.

The interior oven light is located at the upper left rear wall of the oven interior. To change the interior oven light, see “Changing the oven light” in the Care & cleaning section.

Oven Lock

The control can be programmed to lockout the oven control keys.

To activate the lockout feature: Press and hold the lock key for 3 seconds. To cancel the lockout feature:

1. Press and hold the lock key for 3 seconds.

2. When the lock icon no longer displays, the oven control keypad will be available for use.

NOTE: If a control key is pressed when Oven Lock is active, the control will triple beep indicating the key action is not available when the Oven Lock feature is active.

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Setting Bake

Bake cooks with heat that rises from the oven bottom. The heat and air circulate naturally in the oven. A reminder tone will sound indicating when the set bake temperature is reached and to place the food in the oven. The convection fan will turn on in preheat and then cycle on and o as needed during baking.

Bake may be set for any oven temperature between 170°F (77°C) to 550°F (288°C)

CAUTION

IMPORTANT

The oven will bake no longer than 12 hours. If you wish to bake for a longer period, see “Changing between continuous bake setting or 12 hour energy saving” on page 21 for detailed information.

To set Bake for (default) oven temperature of 350°F:

1. Press Bake. 350° will appear in the display.

Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven. When cooking the oven interior, oven racks, and cooktop will become very hot which can cause burns.

Baking tips

• Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies, cakes, biscuits and breads.

• Bake is the best function to use for baking cakes.

• For best results when baking layer cakes using two oven racks, place racks in positions 2 and 5 and place pans as shown.

• When using any single rack for baking cookies, cakes, biscuits, or mu ns use rack position 3.

• Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between bakeware for proper air circulation.

• Dark or dull bakeware absorbs more heat than shiny bakeware, resulting in dark or overbrowned foods. It may be necessary to reduce oven temperature or cook time to prevent overbrowning of some foods.

2. Press START. To cancel Bake at any time, press OFF.

To change the oven temperature to 425°F when the oven is baking:

1. Press Up arrow to scroll to new temperature of 4 2 5 and release arrow key.

2. Press START.

NOTE: If START is not pressed the temperature will

revert to the previous setting. To cancel Bake at any time, press OFF.

6 5

4 3 2

• Dark pans are recommended for pies; shiny pans are recommended for cakes, cookies, and mu ns.

• Do not open oven door often. Opening the door will reduce the temperature in the oven and may increase cook time.

• Do not leave oven light on while baking.

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Setting Broil

Use the broil function to cook foods that require direct exposure to radiant heat for optimum

browning results. Broiling may produce smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from

the ﬂ ames.

WARNING

Should an oven ﬁ re occur, leave the oven door closed and turn o the oven. If the ﬁ re continues, use a ﬁ re extinguisher. Do not put water or ﬂ our on the ﬁ re. Flour may be explosive and water can cause a grease ﬁ re to spread and cause personal injury.

CAUTION

Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven. When cooking, the oven interior, oven racks, and cooktop will become very hot which can cause burns.

IMPORTANT

Broiler pans and inserts allow the grease to drain away from the high heat of the broiler. Do not use the pan without the insert. Do not cover the insert with foil – the exposed grease could ignite.

To set broil:

1. Arrange the oven racks when cool.

2. Position bakeware in oven.

3. Press Broil. “HI” will show in the display.

4. Press Up or Down arrows to select HI or Lo.

5. Press START.

6. For optimum browning results, preheat oven for 5 minutes before adding food. Broil with oven door closed.

7. Broil on one side until food is browned; turn and broil other side until done to your satisfaction.

8. When ﬁ nished broiling, press OFF.

To cancel broil at any time, press OFF.

6 5

4 3 2

OPEN DOOR BROIL SHUTOFF: If the oven door is left open during Broil for more than 3 minutes, an alarm will sound to notify the user to close the oven door. If the door is not closed, the oven will turn o within 30 seconds of the open door alarm.

NOTE

If a broiler pan and insert are not supplied with this appliance they may be purchased from www. frigidaire.com

Important notes:

• Always arrange oven racks when the oven is cool.

• Broil with oven door closed. If broiling with door open, an alarm will sound alerting you to close the door. If left open, the Broil element does not turn on.

• For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with broil pan insert designed to drain the fat from the food and help avoid spatter and reduce smoking.

• When broiling, always pull the oven rack out to the stop position before turning or removing food.

• If a broiler pan and insert are not supplied with this appliance they may be purchased from www.frigidaire.com.

Table 3: Broil recommendations

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Food Rack

Postion

Steak 1” thick 6 HI 5 3 140ºF (60ºC) Rare*

Steak 1” thick 5 or 6 HI 6 5 145ºF (63ºC) Medium

Steak 1” thick 5 or 6 HI 7 6 170°F (77ºC) Well

Pork Chops 3/4” thick

Chicken bone-in 4 LO 20 10 165°F (74°C) Well

Chicken boneless 5 LO 8 6 165°F (74°C) Well

Fish 5 HI

Shrimp 4 HI 145°F (63°C) Well

Hamburger 1” thick 4 HI 6 5 145ºF (63ºC) Medium

5 LO 12 10 145ºF (63ºC) Well

Temperature Cook time

minutes

1st side 2nd

side

as directed

Internal

Temperature

145°F (63°C) Well

Doneness

Hamburger 1” thick 4 HI 7 6 160 °F (71ºC) Well

* The U.S. Department of Agriculture states, “Rare fresh beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide) The lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145°F (63°C) for medium rare fresh beef. For well done 170°F (77ºC). Allow cooked meat to rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

NOTE: Broiling is direct heat cooking and will produce some smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from element. Always watch foods carefully to prevent burning.

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Steam Clean

The Steam Clean feature o ers a chemical free and time saving method to assist in the routine cleaning of small and light soils. For heavier baked on soils use the Self Clean feature.

CAUTION

Do not add bleach, ammonia, oven cleaner, or any other abrasive household cleaners to the water used for Steam Clean.

Before cleaning any part of the oven, be sure all controls are turned o and the oven is cool. The oven may be hot and can cause burns.

Be sure the oven is level and cool before starting Steam Clean. If the oven temperature is above room temperature a triple beep will be heard and the function will not start. Steam Clean produces best results when started with a cool oven.

To set a Steam Clean cycle:

1. Remove all racks and oven accessories.

2. Scrape or wipe loose debris and grease from the oven bottom.

3. Pour 1 cup of tap water onto the oven bottom. Close oven door.

8. Take care opening the door when the steam clean is ﬁ nished. Stand to the side of the oven out of the way of escaping vapor.

9. Wipe oven cavity and bottom. Do not clean oven door gasket (Figure 13). Avoid leaning or resting on the oven door glass while cleaning cavity.

Figure 13: Clean around the oven door gasket

Notes:

• Opening the oven door during the steam clean cycle prevents the water from reaching the temperature needed to clean.

Figure 12: Add 1 cups of tap water

4. Press Steam Clean.

5. Press START.

6. The time the Steam Clean cycle will end is shown in the display. Do not open the door during this time.

7. When the steam clean cycle is complete an alert will sound and the END message will show in the display. Press o to return to the clock.

• For best results, clean oven immediately after the cycle is complete. Steam clean works best for soils on the oven bottom.

• A non-abrasive scouring pad, stainless steel sponge, plastic scraper, or eraser style cleaning pad (without cleaner) can be used for di cult soils. Moisten pads with water before use.

• Place a paper towel or cloth in front of the oven to capture any water that may spill while wiping out.

• Do not leave the residual water in the oven for any length of time.

• Some condensation or water vapor may appear close to the oven vent and the oven door glass. This is normal. The oven gasket may become damp; do not wipe dry.

• Local water sources often contain minerals (hard water). If hard water deposits occur, wipe cavity with a 50/50 solution of water and vinegar or 50/50 solution of lemon juice and water.

• Steam clean cannot be programmed with a delayed start time.

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Cook Time

Use Cook Time to set the amount of time needed for most oven functions. The oven will turn on immediately (or after a speciﬁ ed delay) and stop automatically after the set cook time ends.

Cook time must be set after starting a cooking function.

To set Cook Time:

1. Press Cook Time. The display will show a time

of 0:00 (0 hours and 00 minutes).

2. Press Up or Down arrows until the desired time

for cooking shows in the display. You can press and hold the Up or Down arrow to change the time faster.

3. Press START. The timer will start counting

down..

4. When the time runs out, the display will show “End” and the oven will turn o .

To turn o the oven before the time runs out, press

OFF.

Keep Warm

Keep Warm should only be used with foods that are fully cooked and at serving temperatures. Keep Warm will keep foods warm and ready for serving at 170° F (77°C). If needed, arrange oven racks and place cooked food in oven.

To set Keep Warm:

1. Press Keep Warm: (If no other keys are touched

within 25 seconds the request for Warm will clear.)

2. Press Up or Down arrows until the desired tem-

perature shows in the display. The temperature can be from 140°F (77°C) to 200°F (93°C).

3. Press START. Keep Warm will automatically

turn on and remain on for one hour or until cancelled.

To turn o Keep Warm at any time, press OFF.

Delay Start

Delay Start allows a delayed starting time only for the Bake function. Prior to setting a delay start, be sure the time of day is set correctly. The maximum delay for a Delay Start is one hour.

To set Delay Start:

1. Choose the Bake and set the temperature.

2. Set a Cook Time if desired.

3. Press Delay Start. The display will show a time of 0:00 (0 hours and 00 minutes).

4. Press Up or Down arrows until the desired time delay shows in the display. You can press and hold the Up or Down arrow to change the time faster.

5. Press START. The timer will start counting down.

6. When the time runs out, the chosen cooking function will start. If a Cook Time was set, the remaining cook time will show in the display.

To stop the Delay Start timer at any time, press OFF.

Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the di culty of major cleaning later.

CAUTION

Before cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned o and the appliance is cool.

If ammonia or appliance cleaners are used, they must be removed and the appliance must be thoroughly rinsed before operating. Follow manufacturer’s instructions and provide adequate ventilation.

CARE AND CLEANING

Figure 14: Use cleaners with caution

Surface or Area Cleaning Recommendation

Aluminum and vinyl Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water. Rinse

with clean water, dry and polish with a soft, clean cloth. Painted and plastic control knobs Painted body parts Painted decorative trims

Control panel Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a

Control knobs Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a

Stainless Steel Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a

Smudge Proof™ Stainless Steel Black Stainless Steel

Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a

50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry and

polish with a soft, clean cloth. Glass cleaners may be used, but do

not apply directly to surface; spray onto cloth and wipe.

50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Do not spray liquids directly on

the oven control and display area. Do not use large amounts of water

on the control panel - excess water on the control area may cause

damage to the appliance. Do not use other liquid cleaners, abrasive

cleaners, scouring pads, or paper towels - they will damage the ﬁ n-

ish.

50/50 solution of vinegar and water. To remove control knobs: turn

to the OFF position, grasp ﬁ rmly, and pull o the shaft. To replace

knobs after cleaning, line up the OFF markings and push the knobs

into place.

50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry with

a soft clean cloth. Do not use cleaners containing abrasives, chlo-

rides, chlorine, or ammonia.

Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a

50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry with

a soft clean cloth. Do not use appliance cleaner, stainless steel clean-

er, or cleaner containing abrasives, chlorides, chlorine, or ammonia.

These cleaners may damage the ﬁ nish.

Surface or Area Cleaning Recommendation

Porcelain-enameled broiler pan and insert

Porcelain door liner Porcelain body parts

Manual clean oven interior The oven interior is porcelain coated and safe to clean using oven

Self-cleaning oven interior Before setting a self-clean cycle, clean soils from the oven frame,

Oven door Use mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar

Ceramic cooktop See “Cooktop Cleaning” on page 31.

CARE AND CLEANING

Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth. Scrub gently with a soapy, non-abrasive scouring pad to remove most spots. Rinse with a 50/50 solution of clean water and ammonia. If necessary, cover di cult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or future heating could damage the porcelain. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie ﬁ lling) to remain on porcelain surfaces. These spills may cause a dull spot even after cleaning.

cleaners. Always follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaners. After cleaning, remove any oven cleaner or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. Do not spray oven cleaner on any electrical controls or switches. Do not spray or allow oven cleaner to build up on the oven temperature sensing probe. Do not spray cleaner on oven door trim, door gasket, plastic drawer glides, handles or any exterior surfaces of the appliance.

areas outside the oven door gasket, and the small area at the front center of the oven bottom. See “Self Clean” on page 23.

and water to clean the top, sides, and front of the oven door. Rinse well. Glass cleaner may be used on the outside glass of the door. Ceramic smoothtop cleaner or polish may be used on the interior door glass. Do not immerse the door in water. Do not spray or allow water or cleaners to enter the door vents. Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powders, or any harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the oven door.

Do not clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a woven material which is essential for a good seal. Do not rub, damage, or remove this gasket.

CARE AND CLEANING

Cooktop Maintenance

Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop.

Prior to using your cooktop for the ﬁ rst time, apply a ceramic cooktop cleaning cream (available in most hardware, grocery, and department stores) to the ceramic surface. Clean and bu with a clean paper towel. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. Cooktop cleaning creams leave a protective ﬁ nish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions.

Sliding pans on the cooktop can cause metal markings on the cooktop surface. These marks should be removed immediately after the cooktop has cooled using cooktop cleaning cream. Metal marks can become permanent if not removed prior to future use.

Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic, or glass) with rough bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop surface.

Do not:

• Slide anything metal or glass across the cooktop.

• Use cookware with dirt or dirt build up on the bottom; always use clean cookware.

• Use your cooktop as a cutting board or work surface in the kitchen.

• Cook foods directly on the cooktop surface without a pan.

• Drop heavy or hard objects on the ceramic glass cooktop; they may cause it to crack.

Cooktop Cleaning

CAUTION

Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is cool. The glass surface could be hot from contact with hot cookware, and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled su ciently.

WARNING

Do not use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can chemically damage the ceramic-glass surface.

For light to moderate soil:

For light to moderate soil: Apply a few drops of cooktop cleaning cream directly to the cooktop. Use a clean paper towel to clean the entire cooktop surface. Make sure the cooktop is cleaned thoroughly, leaving no residue. Do not use the towel you use to clean the cooktop for any other purpose.

For heavy, burned on soil:

Apply a few drops of cooktop cleaning cream directly to the soiled area. Rub the soiled area using a non-abrasive cleaning tool, applying pressure as needed. Do not use the pad you use to clean the cooktop for any other purpose.

If soils remain, carefully scrape soils with a metal razor blade scraper held at a 30 degree angle to the surface. Finish cleaning with cooktop cleaning cream.

Figure 15: Cooktop care

30°

Figure 16: Cooktop cleaning

IMPORTANT

Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur if you use an abrasive type cleaning pad. Only use cleaning products that have been speciﬁ cally designed for ceramic glass cooktops.

CARE AND CLEANING

General Cleaning

Refer to the table at the beginning of this chapter for more information about cleaning speciﬁ c parts of the oven.

Follow these cleaning precautions:

• Allow the oven to cool before cleaning.

• Wear rubber gloves when cleaning the appliance manually.

Remove soils using hot, soapy water. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (such as milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie ﬁ lling) to remain on the surface as they may cause a dull spot even after cleaning. Remove spillovers and heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the e ort required for major cleaning later.

CAUTION

Before manually cleaning any part of the oven, be sure all controls are turned o and the oven is cool. The oven may be hot and can cause burns.

Cleaning Porcelain Enamel Oven

The oven interior is porcelain on steel, it is safe to clean using oven cleaners.

To remove heavy soil:

1. Allow a dish of ammonia to sit in the oven overnight or for several hours with the oven door closed. Clean softened dirt spots using hot, soapy water. Rinse well with water and a clean cloth.

2. If soil remains, use a nonabrasive scouring pad or a nonabrasive cleaner. If necessary, use an oven cleaner following manufacturer’s instructions. Do not mix ammonia with other cleaners.

3. Clean any soil from the oven frame, the door liner outside the oven door gasket and the small area at the front center of the oven bottom. Clean with hot, soapy water. Rinse well using clean water and a cloth.

Remove all racks and accessories from the oven before cleaning.

Ammonia must be rinsed before operating the oven. Provide adequate ventilation.

CARE AND CLEANING

Aluminum Foil, Aluminum Utensils, and Oven Liners

WARNING

Never cover any slots, holes, or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air ﬂ ow through the oven and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil linings may trap heat, causing a ﬁ re hazard.

• Protective liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line the oven bottom. The high heat of the oven can melt these materials to the oven cavity and ruin the oven. These types of materials can also reduce the e ectiveness of the air circulation in the oven and produce poor baking results. Only use aluminum foil as recommended in this manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or ﬁ re.

• Aluminum utensils - The melting point of aluminum is much lower than that of other metals. Care must be taken when aluminum pots or pans are used.

• Oven racks - Do not use aluminum foil to cover the oven racks. Using a liner in the oven restricts the heat and air ﬂ ow needed to obtain the best possible cooking results for any oven.

Replacing the Oven Light

CAUTION

Be sure the oven is unplugged and all parts are cool before replacing the oven light.

The interior oven light is located at the rear of the oven cavity and is covered by a glass shield. The glass shield must be in place whenever the oven is in use.

To replace the oven interior light bulb:

1. Turn electrical power o at the main source or unplug the appliance.

2. Remove interior oven light shield by turning a quarter turn counter-clockwise.

3. Replace bulb with a new T-4 type Halogen 25 watt appliance bulb.

NOTE

Wear a cotton glove or use a paper towel when installing a new bulb. Do not touch the new bulb with your ﬁ ngers when replacing. This will shorten the life of the bulb.

4. Replace glass oven light shield by rotating clockwise.

5. Turn power back on again at the main source (or plug the appliance back in).

6. Be sure to reset the time of day on the clock.

Figure 18: Oven Halogen light

CARE AND CLEANING

Removing and Replacing the Oven Door

CAUTION

The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door ﬂ at with the inside of the door facing down.

IMPORTANT

Special door care instructions - For safe, temporary storage, lay the door ﬂ at with the

inside of the door facing down. Most oven doors contain glass that can break.

Do not hit the glass with pots, pans, or any other object. Scratching, hitting, jarring, or stressing the glass may weaken its structure, causing an increased risk of breakage at a later time. Do not close the oven door until all of the oven racks are fully in place.

To remove the oven door:

1. Open oven door completely, horizontal with ﬂ oor (Figure 19).

2. Pull up the lock located on each hinge support toward front of the oven until the lock stops. You may have to apply a little upward pressure on the lock to pull it up (Figure 20).

3. Grasp the door by the sides, and close the door until the door frame makes contact with the unlocked hinges (Figure 21).

4. Pull the bottom of the door toward you while rotating the top of the door toward the appliance to completely disengage the hinge levers (Figure 22).

Figure 19: Door hinge location

Figure 20: Door hinge lock

To replace the oven door:

1. Firmly grasp both sides of oven door along the door sides. Do not use the oven door handle (Figure 22).

2. Hold the oven door at the same angle as the removal position (Figure 21) Carefully insert the hinge levers into the oven frame until you feel the hinge levers are seated into the hinge notches. The hinge arms must be fully seated into the hinge notches before the oven door can be fully opened.

3. Fully open the oven door, horizontal with ﬂ oor (Figure 19).

4. Push the door hinge locks up toward and into the oven frame on both left and right oven door hinges to the locked position (Figure 20).

5. Close the oven door.

Figure 21: Removal position

Figure 22: Remove door

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Oven Baking

For best cooking results, preheat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, pastries, etc. There is no need to preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles. The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance.

Baking Problems and Solutions Baking Problems Baking Problems Causes Corrections

Cookies and biscuits burn on the bottom.

Cookies and biscuits put into oven before oven is preheated.

Allow oven to preheat to desired temperature before placing food in oven.

Choose pan sizes that will permit at least 2” of air space

Cakes too dark on top or bottom

Cakes not done in center

Cakes not level. Oven not level.

Foods not done when cooking time is over.

Cakes put in oven before oven is preheated.

Rack position too high or too low. Oven too hot. Oven too hot. Incorrect pan size. Pan not centered in oven. Glass cookware slow heat

conductor.

Pan too close to oven wall or rack overcrowded.

Pan warped. Oven light left on while

baking.

Oven too cool. Oven overcrowded. Oven door opened too

frequently.

Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before placing food in the oven.

Use proper rack position for baking needs. Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) lower than recom-

mended.

Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) lower than recommended.

Use pan size suggested in recipe. Use proper rack position and place pan so there are

at least 2” (5.1 cm) of space on all sides of pan. Reduce temperature and increase cook time or use

shiny bakeware. Place a marked glass measuring cup ﬁ lled with water

on the center of the oven rack. If the water level is uneven, refer to the installation instructions for leveling the oven.

Use proper rack position and place pan so there are at least 2” (5.1 cm) of space on all sides of pan.

Do not use pans that are dented or warped. Do not leave the oven light on while baking. Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) higher than sug-

gested and bake for the recommended time. Be sure to remove all pans from the oven except the

ones to be used for baking. Open oven door only after the shortest recommend-

ed baking time.

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Problem Cause / Solution

Entire appliance does not operate

Oven Problems Problem Cause / Solution

Poor baking results. Many factors a ect baking results. Use proper oven rack position. Center

Flames inside oven or smoking from oven vent.

Oven smokes excessively when broiling.

Oven control panel beeps and displays any F or E code error.

Oven portion of appliance does not operate.

Convection fan does not rotate.

Appliance not connected. Make sure power cord is plugged properly into outlet. Check your fuse box or breaker box to make sure the circuit is active.

Electrical power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for service outage information.

food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate. Preheat the oven to the set temperature before placing food in the oven. Try adjusting the recipe's recommended temperature or baking time. See “Adjusting the Oven Temperature” on page 26 if you feel the oven is too hot or too cool.

Excessive spills in oven. Grease or food spilled onto the oven bottom or oven cavity. Wipe up excessive spills before starting the oven. If ﬂ ames or excessive smoke are present when using broil, see “Using the Broil Feature” on page 22.

Incorrect setting. Follow the “Using the Broil Feature” instructions on page

22. Meat too close to the broil element or burner. Reposition the broil pan to

provide proper clearance between the meat and broil element or burner. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining fatty edges to prevent curling, but do not cut into lean.

Grease build up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling frequently. Grease or food splatters will cause excessive smoking.

Oven control has detected a fault or error condition. To clear the error, press the OFF key on the control panel. Once the error code is cleared, try the bake or broil function. If the F or E code error repeats, turn o the power to appliance, wait 5 minutes, and then repower the appliance. Set the clock with correct time of day. Try the bake or broil function again. If the fault recurs, press the OFF key to clear.

Be sure the regulator gas valve is turned to ON. See installation instructions. The time of day is not set. The clock must be set in order to operate the

oven. See “Setting Clock” on page 15. Be sure the oven controls are set properly for the desired function. See

“Oven Control Features” starting on page 14 and review instructions for the desired cooking function in this manual or see “Entire appliance does not operate.” in this checklist.

Oven door is open. The convection fan will turn o if the oven door is opened when convection is active. Close the oven door.

On gas models, the convection fan will begin to rotate about 6 minutes into the preheating process.

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Cooktop Problems Problem Cause / Solution

Surface element is too hot or not hot enough.

Surface element does not heat or does not heat evenly.

Areas of discoloration with metallic sheen on cooktop surface.

Scratches or abrasions on cooktop surface.

Metal marks on the cooktop.

Brown streaks or specks on cooktop surface.

Incorrect surface control setting. Adjust power level setting.

Be sure the correct surface control knob is turned on for the element needed.

Cookware is light weight or warped. Use only ﬂ at, evenly balanced, medium or heavyweight cookware. Flat pans heat better than warped pans. Cookware materials and weight of the material a ect heating. Heavy and medium-weight pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly, foods may burn easily.

Mineral deposits from water and food. Remove them using cooktop cleaning creme applied to the ceramic surface. Bu with a non-abrasive cloth or sponge.

Coarse particles such as salt or hardened soils between cooktop and utensils can cause scratches. Be sure the cooktop surface and bottoms of utensils are clean before use. Small scratches do not a ect cooking and will become less visible with time.

Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic-glass cooktop have been used. Apply cooktop cleaning creme to the ceramic surface. Bu with a non-abrasive cloth or sponge.

Cookware with a rough bottom was used. Use smooth, ﬂ at-bottomed cookware.

Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface. Do not slide metal utensils on the cooktop surface. Apply cooktop cleaning creme to the ceramic surface. Bu with a non-abrasive cloth or sponge. For more information, see “Cooktop Maintenance” on page 22.

Boil overs are cooked onto the surface. When cooktop is cool, use a razor blade scraper to remove soil. For more information see “Cooktop Maintenance” on page 21.

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