Frigidaire FEF353BFDE, FEF353BFDD, FEF353BFDC, FEF353BFDB, FEF353BFDA Owner’s Manual

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Thank you for choosing this appliance. The information contained within
this Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for

your range. Please read through the information contained in your literature
pack to learn more about your new appliance.

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers found on the
serial plate located under the lift-up cooktop.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:

This Owner's Guide contains general operating instructions for your range
and feature information for several models. Your range may not have all the

described features.

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

Save these instructions for future reference.

This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.
Here is a brief explanation of the use of these symbols.

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

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

• Remove all tape and packaging before using the range.
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the range.
Never allow children to play with packaging material.

• Proper Installation--Be sure your appliance is properly
installed and grounded bya qualified technician in accordance
with the National Electrical Code ANSl/NFPA No. 70 latest

edition and local electrical code requirements. Install only per
installation instructions provided in the literature package for
this range.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an

authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the power to
the range at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an
emergency.

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

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

range.

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

any other part of the product.

• All ranges can tip.

• injury to persons could result.

• install anti-tip device packed with range.

• See Installation Instructions.

To reduce the risk of tipping,

the range must be secured by properly installed
anti-tip bracket provided with the range. To

check if the bracket is installed properly, visually
check that rear leveling leg is inserted into and
fully secured by the anti-tip bracket by removing
lower panel or storage drawer. For models
with a warmer drawer, grasp the top rear edge

of the range and carefully attempt to tilt it
forward. Refer to the Installation Instructions

for proper anti-tip bracket installation.

Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or

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

Do not use the oven or warmer drawer for

storage.

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

Heating the Room.

• Storage in or on Appliance--Flammable materials should not
be stored in an oven, warmer drawer, broiler compartment,

near surface units or in the storage drawer. This includes
paper, plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware
and towels, as well asflammable liquids. Do not store explosives,
such as aerosol cans, on or near the range.

• 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.

• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS, AREAS NEAR THESE UNITS,
HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE OVEN.

Both surface units and oven heating elements may be hot even
though they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may
become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not
touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these

areas until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these
areas are the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, the oven
vent openings and surfaces near these openings, oven door and

window.

• Wear Proper Apparel--Loose-fitting or hanging garments
should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let

clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces.

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

type extinguisher.

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

• Use Only Dry Potholders--Moist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Donot let potholders
touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky

cloth instead of a potholder.

• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers--Buildup of pressure
may cause container to burst and result in injury.

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

IMPORTANT--Do not attempt to operate the range during a
power failure. If the power fails, always turn off the range. If the
range is not turned off and the power resumes, the range will
begin to operate again. Once the power resumes, reset the clock

and oven function.

Do not store items of interest to child ren in the

Never Use Your Appliance for Warming or

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
COOKTOP

• Know which knob controls each surface heating unit. Place
a pan of food on the unit before turning it on, and turn the unit
off before removing the pan.

• Use Proper Pan Size--This appliance is equipped with one or
more surface units of different sizes. Select utensils having flat

bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element.
The use of undersized utensils wilt expose a portion of the
heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of
clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to element will also
improve efficiency.

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

ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional
contact with the utensil, the handle of the utensil should be

positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over
adjacent surface units.

• Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat Settings
Boitovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite, or
a pan that has boiled dry may melt.

• Do Not Immerse or Soak Removable Heating Elements--
Heating elements should never be immersed in water. Heating

elements clean themselves during normal operation.

• Make Sure Reflector Pans or Drip Bowls Are in Place--Absence
of these pans or bowls during cooking may subject wiring or
components underneath to damage.

• Protective Liners--Do not use aluminum foil to line surface unit
drip bowls, reflector pans, or oven bottom, or any other part of

the range. Only use aluminum foil as recommended in this
manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk

of electric shock, or fire.

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

• When flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn the fan

on,

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
OVEN

• Use Care When Opening Oven Door or Warmer Drawer--
Stand to the side of the range when opening the door of a hot
oven. Let hot air or steam escape before you remove or replace

food in the oven.

• Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven vent is located
under the left rear surface element. Touching the surfaces in this

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

• Placement of Oven Racks. Always place oven racks in desired
location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is

hot use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack with
both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot
heating elements in the oven. Remove all utensils from the rack
before moving.

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

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

• Cold temperatures can damage the electronic control. When
using the appliance for the first time, or when the appliance has

not been used for an extended period of time, be certain the unit
has been in temperatures above 32°F (0°C) for at least 3 hours
before turning on the power to the appliance

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR
RANGE

• Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that
could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath
each surface element. Do not allow grease to accumulate.

• Kitchen cleaners and aerosols--Always follow the
manufacturer's recommended directions for use. 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 the hood or filter. Follow

manufacturer's instructions for cleaning.

SELF CLEANING OVENS

• Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts listed in this
Owner's Guide. Before self cleaning the oven, remove the
broiler pan and any utensils or foods from the oven.

• Do Not Use Oven Cleaners--No commercial oven cleaner or
oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or

around any part of the oven.

• Do Not Clean Door Gasket--The door gasket is essential for a
good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the
gasket.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Control Pad Functions

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN.
For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various functions of the oven as described below. Your model

will have one of the 2 controls shown. Refer to Figure 1 or Figure 2, depending on your model.

The oven can be programmed to:

• Bake normally

• Time bake (Figure 2 Only)

• Vari Broil

• Self-clean

START PAD--Push to
activate oven after oven
functions are set.

START INDICATOR LIGHT--
Flashes as a reminder to

push the START pad to
activate the oven.

PRE-HEAT & LOCK LIGHTS--The "PRE-HEAT" light will glow
when the oven is first set to operate, or if the desired
temperature is reset higher than the actual oven
temperature. The "LOCK" light will flash until the door locks
(or unlocks fully) when the self-clean cycle is in use. It glows

constantly after the door locks.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL
KNOB-- Operates the Variable

Broil, Bake or Self-Clean Cycle
modes when used with the

START pad. Cancels all oven
functions when the

Temperature Control knob is
turned to OFF.

OVEN
INDICATOR

LIGHT--Glows
each time the
oven burner

(element) turns
on to maintain
the set oven

temperature.

PRE-HEAT & LOCK LIGHTS--The "PRE-HEAT" light will glow
when the oven is first set to operate, or if the desired
temperature is reset higher than the actual oven
temperature. The "LOCK" light will flash until the door locks

(or unlocks fully) when the self-clean cycle is in use. It glows

constantly after the door locks.

CLOCK PAD-- Used to set the
time of day clock.

BAKE TIME PAD-- Used to ente
the length of the baking time.

FEATURE INDICATOR LIGHTS--
These light to show which

feature is in use.

STOP TIME PAD-- Used to set
the desired stop time for baking.

Can be used with BAKE TIME to
program a delayed bake cycle.

TIMER ON/OFF PAD-- Used to set t_e
minute timer. The minute timer does
not start or stop cooking.

START PAD--Push to activate oven
after oven functions are set.

START INDICATOR LIGHT--Flashes
as a reminder to push the START

pad to activate the oven.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

KNOB-- Operates the Variable
Broil, Bake or Self-Clean Cycle

modes when used with the

START pad. Cancels all oven
functions when the Temperature

Control kno is turned to OFF.

UP and DOWN ARROW
PADS-- Used along with

the function pads to select
cooking time, stop time
(when programming an
automatic stop time), time
of day and minute timer,

and self-clean function.

OVEN
INDICATOR

each time the
oven burner
(element) turns

on to maintain
the set oven
temperature.

Setting the Clock and
Minute Timer

(if equipped)

For a silent control panel
(Figure 2 Only):
When choosing a function, a beep
will be heard each time a pad is
pushed. If desired, the controls can

be programmed for silent operation.
Push and hold STOP TIME. After 7

seconds, the control will beep once.
This will block the controls from

sounding when a pad is pushed. To
return the sound, push and hold

STOP TIME again for 7 seconds until

1 beep is heard. Note: The control

will return to the audible mode after
a power outage.

To Set the Clock (Figure 2 Only)

When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has
been interrupted, the display will flash "12:00".

1. Push _.

2. Within 5seconds, push and hold _or L_ until the correct time of day
appears in the display.

Note: The clock cannot be changed during any timed bake or self-clean
cycle.

To Set the Minute Timer

1. Push _.

2. Push (_ to increase the time in one minute increments. Push and hold

[_to increase the time in 10 minute increments. The timer can be set for

any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes.

Note: If you push _ first, the timer will advance to 11 hours and 59

minutes.

3. The display shows the timer count down in minutes until one minute

remains. Then the display will count down in seconds.

4. When the set time has run out, the timer will beep 3 times. It will then

continue to beep 3 times every 60 seconds until _ is pushed.

Note: The minute timer does not start or stop cooking. It serves as an extra
timer in the kitchen that will beep when the set time has run out. The minute
timer can be used alone or during any of the other oven functions. When the
minute timer is in use with any other mode, the minute timer will be shown in
the display. To view other functions, push the function pad for that mode.

To Change the Minute Timer while it is in use:

While the timer is active and shows in the display, push and hold _) or [_]
to increase or decrease the time.

To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out:

Push _.

Setting Surface

Controls

To Operate the Surface Element

1. Place cooking utensil on the surface element.

2. Push in and turn the Surface Control knob in either direction to the desired
setting. Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn

to a lower setting to finish cooking. The 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.

3. When cooking is completed, turn the surface element off before removing
the pan. Note: The surface signal light will glow when one or more
elements are turned on. A quick glance at the signal light(s) when cooking
is finished is an easy check to be sure all control knobs are turned off.

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

Setting Type of Cooking

HIGH (HI) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling

Typical Knob

MEDIUM HIGH (7-8) Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry

MEDIUM (4-6) Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies,

steam vegetables

MEDIUM LOW (2-3) Keep foods cooking, poach, stew

SIMMER (1-SIM) Keep warm, melt, simmer

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

Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon

holders or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it is in use. These items
could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch fire if
placed too close to the element.

Setting Warmer Drawer

Controls (if equipped)

Use the warmer drawer to keep hot1
foods hot such as: vegetables, gravies,
meats, casseroles, biscuits and rolls,

pastries and heated dinner plates.

The warmer drawer is equipped with a1

catch which may require extra force
when opening and c osing the drawer.

OFF

HI

MED

WARM & SERVE

Arranging Warmer Drawer Rack Positions

The rack can be used in 2 ways:

• In the upright position to allow low profile food items to be placed both
under and on top of the rack (for example, rolls or biscuits on top of the

rack and a casserole dish under).

• In the downward position to allow you to place light weight food items
and empty dishware (for example, rolls or pastries and dinner plates).

Set the warmer drawer rack as shown below.

J j_

J

Upright Position Downward Position

To Operate the Warmer Drawer

Your range is equipped with a warmer drawer. The purpose of the warmer
drawer is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Always start with

hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold food in the warmer drawer.
All food placed in the warmer drawer should becovered with a lid or aluminum

foil to maintain quality. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may
melt onto the drawer and be very difficult to clean.

Use only dishware, utensils and cookware recommended for oven use in the
warmer drawer.

DRAWER

Warmer Drawer Recommended

Food Settings Chart

Food Item Setting

Roasts (Beef, Pork, Lamb) MED
Pork Chops HI

Bacon HI
Hamburger Patties HI

Poultry HI

Gravies MED
Casseroles MED

Eggs MED
Fried Foods HI

Vegetables MED

Pizza HI
Biscuits MED

Roils, soft LO
Rolls, hard MED
Pastries MED

Empty Dinner Plates LO

Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from

the warmer drawer as cookware and plates will be hot.

To Set the Thermostat Control

The thermostat control isused to select the temperature of the warmer drawer.
It is located on the control panel. To set the thermostat, push in and turn the
knob to the desired setting. The temperatures are approximate, and are

designated by HI, MED and LO.

1. Turn the knob to select the desired temperature setting.

2. For best results, preheat the drawer before adding food. An empty drawer
will preheat in approximately 15 minutes.

3. Turn the thermostat control to OFF after use.

Temperature Selection

Refer to the chart in the side column for recommended settings. If a particular
food is not listed, start with the medium setting. If more crispness is desired,

remove the lid or aluminum foil.

Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium setting.
When a combination of foods are to be kept warm (for instance, a meat with

2 vegetables and rolls), use the high setting.
Refrain from opening the warmer drawer while in use to eliminate loss of heat

from the drawer.

Indicator Light

The indicator light is located below the thermostat control. It turns on when
the control is set, and stays on until the control is turned off. The warmer
drawer is inoperable during the self-clean cycle. The indicator light will not
come on during the self-clean cycle.

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