Frigidaire FGF355CGSB User Manual

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................ 3-4

Grounding Instructions.................................................................................. 5

Setting the Clock and Minute Timer .............................................................. 5

Flame Size...................................................................................................... 6

Proper Burner Adjustments............................................................................ 6

Setting Surface Controls ................................................................................ 6

Before Setting Oven Controls ........................................................................ 7

Setting Oven Controls................................................................................. 7-8

Oven Cleaning .......................................................................................... 9-10

General Cleaning .................................................................................... 11-13

Changing Oven Light ................................................................................... 13

Avoid Service Checklist ........................................................................... 14-15

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

Product Registration

Register Your Product

The self-addressed PRODUCT
REGISTRATION CARD should be filled

in completely, signed and returned to
Frigidaire Company.

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.

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Frigidaire Company
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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
right side of the oven front frame in the broiler compartment or on the oven
floor shield.

Model Number: __________________ Serial Number: ____________________

Date of Purchase: ___________________________________________________

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.

If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:
 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors

and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
 WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
 Do not try to light any appliance.
 Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone

in your building.
 Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors

phone. Follow the gas suppliers instructions.
 If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire

department.
 Installation and service must be performed by a qualified

installer, servicer or the gas supplier.

© 1998 White Consolidated Industries
All rights reserved

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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 special 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.

 Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using the

range. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after
unpacking the range. Never allow children to play with

packaging material.

 Proper InstallationBe sure your appliance is properly

installed and grounded by a qualified technician in
accordance with the National Gas Code ANSI Z223.1
latest edition, or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1, and
CAN/CGA B149.2, and the National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA No. 70latest edition, or in Canada CSA
Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, and
local code requirements. Install only per installation

instructions provided in the literature package for this
range.

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

User ServicingDo not repair or replace any part of the

appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals.

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

Never modify or alter the construction of a range by 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.

Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or

drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and may
also cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to climb

or play around the range. The weight of a child on an open door
may cause the range to tip, resulting in serious burns or other
injury.

THE RISK OF TIPPING OF THE
RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE
SECURED BY PROPERLY
INSTALLED ANTI-TIP
BRACKET(S) PROVIDED WITH
THE RANGE. TO CHECK IF THE
BRACKET(S) IS INSTALLED
PROPERLY, GRASP TOP REAR
EDGE OF RANGE, CAREFULLY
TILT FORWARD TO MAKE
SURE RANGE IS PROPERLY
ANCHORED. REFER TO
THE I N S T A L L A T I O N
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER
ANTI-TIP BRACKET(S)
INSTALLATION.

TO REDUCE

may cause bodily injury or property damage.

Storage in or on ApplianceFlammable materials should not

be stored in an oven, near surface burners or in the broiler
drawer. This includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as

cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flammable liquids.
Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans on or near the
range. Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or
property damage.

cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range.

Children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously
injured.

Do not leave children alone. Children should not be left alone

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

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

DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS, AREAS NEAR THESE

BURNERS, OVEN BURNER OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE
OVEN. Areas near surface burners may become hot enough to

cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing
or other flammable materials touch these areas until they have
had sufficient time to cool. Among these areas are the 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.

the room.

Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease FiresSmother the fire

with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry chemical or foam­type 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. Do not let the

potholders touch the flame or burners. Do not use a towel or
other bulky cloth instead of a potholder.

 Do Not Heat Unopened Food ContainersBuild-up of pressure

may cause the container to burst and result in injury.

Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to be

stored or discarded.

IMPORTANTDo not attempt to operate the oven during a

power failure. If the power fails, always turn the oven off. If

the oven is not turned off and the power resumes, the oven will
begin to operate again. Food left unattended could catch fire or
spoil.

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This symbol will help alert you to situations that

Do not use the oven for storage.

Do not store items of interest to children in the

Never use your appliance for warming or heating

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
COOKTOP

Know which knob controls each surface heating unit.

Use Proper Flame SizeAdjust flame size so it

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

Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend

Over Adjacent Surface BurnersTo reduce the risk of burns,

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 burners.

Never Leave Surface Burners Unattended at High Settings

Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite, or
a pan that has boiled dry may melt.

Protective LinersDo not use aluminum foil to line surface

burner pans, oven bottom or any other part of the range.
Only use aluminum foil as recommended for baking if used
as a cover placed on the food. Any other use of protective
liners or aluminum foil may interfere with heat and air
distribution, and combustion. Damage to the range or
personal injury may result.

Glazed Cooking UtensilsOnly certain types of glass, glass/

ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for rangetop service without breaking due to the
sudden change in temperature. Check the manufacturer's
recommendations for rangetop use.

Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner Covers. If a burner is

accidentally turned on, the decorative cover will become hot and
possibly melt. You will not be able to see that the burner is on.
Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched. Damage may also
be done to the cooktop or burners because the covers may cause
overheating. Air will be blocked from the burner and cause
combustion problems.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
OVEN

Use Care When Opening DoorStand to the side of the range

when opening the door of a hot oven. Let hot air or steam escape
before you remove or replace food in the oven.

Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven is vented

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

Placement of Oven Racks. Always place oven racks in desired

location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is
hot, use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack
with both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the
oven burner flame or interior of the oven. Remove all utensils
from the rack before removing rack.

Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan

and 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.

Do not touch a hot light bulb (some models) with a damp

cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Disconnect the

range or turn off the power to the range before removing and
replacing light bulb.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR
RANGE

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

could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath

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

Kitchen cleaners/aerosolsAlways follow the manufacturer's

recommended directions for use. Be aware that excess residue
from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and/or
injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CONTINUOUS CLEANING OVENS (some models):

Do not use oven cleaners on the oven liner or any of the

continuous cleaning surfaces. Continuous cleaning surfaces

can be identified by their rough surface finish.

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Grounding Instructions

(electric ignition models only)

Avoid fire hazard or

electrical shock. Do not use an adapter
plug, an extension cord, or remove
grounding prong from electrical power
cord. Failure to follow this warning
can cause serious injury, fire or death.

IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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

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

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

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

DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD ROUND
GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD PLUG. SEE THE INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED WITH THIS RANGE FOR COMPLETE INSTALLATION
AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT OPERATE THE RANGE USING A 2­PRONG ADAPTER OR AN EXTENSION CORD.

Setting the Clock and
Minute Timer

(some models)

Your model may be equipped with the clock and minute timer shown below.
To set the clock and minute timer, follow these instructions:

To Set the Clock

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

1. Press pad C (CLOCK).

2. Press and hold pad A (HOUR) until the correct hour appears in the display.
(The numbers will only count forward.)

3. Press and hold pad B (MINUTE) until the correct minutes appear in the
display.

To Set the Minute Timer

1. Press pad D, "0:59" (59 MINUTES) will appear in the display window. The
timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 1 hour and 59
minutes.

2.  To set a time more than 59 minutes, press and release pad A (HOUR). The

timer will jump in at the maximum 1 hour and 59 minutes. The time can
now be adjusted down by pressing and holding pad B (MINUTE) until the
correct time appears in the display window.

 To set a time less than 59 minutes, press and hold pad B (MINUTE) until

the correct minutes appear in the display. (The minute timer will
automatically start when the pad is released.)

3. When the set time has passed, the control will display "0:00" and beep
continuously. Press pad C (CLOCK) to cancel the timer and return to the clock
mode.

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Flame Size

Never extend the flame beyond the
outer edge of the utensil. A higher
flame simply wastes heat and energy,
and increases your risk of being burned
by the flame.

RIGHT

WRONG

For most cooking, start on the highest control setting and then turn to a lower
one to complete the process. Use the chart below as a guide for determining
proper flame size for various types of cooking. The size and type of utensil used
and the amount of food being cooked will influence the setting needed for
cooking.

For deep fat frying, use a thermometer and adjust the surface control knob
accordingly. If the fat is too cool, the food will absorb the fat and be greasy.
If the fat is too hot, the food will brown so quickly that the center will be
undercooked. Do not attempt to deep fat fry too much food at once as the food
will neither brown nor cook properly.

*Flame Size

High Flame
Medium Flame
Low Flame

*These settings are based on using medium-weight aluminum pans with
lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.

Type of Cooking

Start most foods; bring water to a boil; pan broiling
Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces, gravies; steam
Keep foods cooking; poach; stew

Proper Burner
Adjustments

Setting Surface
Controls

Typical Knob

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 wood spoons
could catch fire if placed too close to a
flame.

The color of the flame is the key to proper burner adjustment. A good flame is
clear, blue and hardly visible in a well-lighted room. Each cone of flame should
be steady and sharply defined. Adjust or clean burner if flame is yellow-orange.
To clean burner, see instructions under General Cleaning.

Your range is equipped with either 4 standard sized sealed burners or 2
standard sized and 2 larger sized sealed burners. The amount and type of food
being prepared, and the size and type of utensils being used will determine the
suitability of the surface burner used.

The larger surface burner is best utilized when bringing large quantities of
liquid to temperature, preparing larger quantities of food, or using larger,
heavier utensils.

The smaller surface burner is better utilized when preparing smaller quantities
of food, or food items which have a more delicate consistency.

Each burner lights automatically from an electric ignitor each time a control
knob is turned to the LITE position.

To operate the surface burner:

1. Place cooking utensil on burner.

2. Push in and turn the Surface Control knob to LITE. Note: All electronic

ignitors will click at the same time. However, only the burner you are turning
on will ignite.

3. Visually check that the burner has lit.

4. After the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired flame size. The
control knobs do not have to be set at a particular mark. Use the guides and
adjust the flame as needed. DO NOT cook with the Surface Control knob in
the LITE position. (The electronic ignitor will continue to click if left in the

LITE position.)

Electric Ignition Models

In the event of an electrical power outage, the surface burners can be lit
manually. To light a surface burner, hold a lit match to the burner head, then
slowly turn the surface control knob to LITE. Use caution when lighting surface
burners manually. DO NOT try to light the oven burner manually.

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Before Setting Oven
Controls

Arranging Oven Racks

(Some models may have one rack.) ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE
OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when

using the oven.

Oven Vent Location

The oven is vented below the
backguard. When the oven is on, warm
air is released through the vents. This
venting is necessary for proper air
circulation in the oven and good baking
results.

Setting Oven Controls

The surface controls shown below may
not look identical to the surface
controls on your range. They are only
representational.

To remove an oven rack, pull the
rack forward until it stops. Lift up
front of rack and slide out. To
replace an oven rack, fit the rack
onto the guides on the oven walls.
Tilt the front of the rack upward and
slide the rack back into place.

To bake on one rack, place the
rack on position 3 or 4. To bake on
two racks (some models), place
the racks on positions 2 and 4.

Bake

1. Arrange oven racks while the oven is still cool. See "Arranging Oven Racks"
under Before Setting Oven Controls.

2. Push in and turn the Temperature Control knob to the desired temperature.

3. Preheat the oven for 10 to 12 minutes before baking. Preheating is not
necessary when roasting, cooking casseroles or broiling most foods.

4. When cooking is finished, turn the Temperature Control knob to OFF.

DO NOT use the broiler

drawer for storage. Items placed in the
broiler drawer will catch fire.

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Setting Oven Controls

Broil

DO NOT use the broiler

drawer for storage. Items placed in the
broiler drawer will catch fire.

Should a broil fire occur,
leave the broiler drawer closed and
turn the oven off. If the fire continues,
throw baking soda on the fire or use a
fire extinguisher. DO NOT put water or
flour on the fire. Flour may be explosive.

FIGURE 1

1. Slide broiler drawer out to the stop position.

2. Remove broiler pan and insert, Figure 1.

3. Always arrange rack before setting control, while range is cool.

4. Position rack by tilting front of rack up and pull rack out from locating
holes in rear of broiler drawer. Reposition back of rack in the desired
locating holes and allow front of rack to slide down into the corresponding
slots in front of broiler drawer, Figure 2.

For rare meats, position the rack closer to the burner (upper position).
For medium foods use middle position. For well-done foods such as
chicken, lobster tails or thick cuts of meat, position the rack further from
the burner (lower position).

5. Place insert on broiler pan, then place meat on insert. DO NOT use the
broiler pan without the insert or cover the insert with aluminum foil. The
exposed fat could ignite.

6. Place broiler pan on rack, make sure the broiler pan and insert is positioned
as shown, Figure 1. Be sure front of pan is positioned correctly in rack.

7. Slide the broiler drawer all the way into the range.

8. Push in and turn the Temperature Control knob to BROIL.

9. Broil on one side until food is browned; turn and cook on the second side.
Season and serve. Note: Always pull the broiler drawer out to the stop
position before turning or removing food.

10. When broiling is finished, turn the Temperature Control knob to OFF.

11. When removing broiler pan from broiler drawer always use pot holders.

FIGURE 2

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Oven Cleaning

Follow these cleaning precautions:
 Allow the oven to cool before

cleaning.

 Wear rubber gloves when cleaning

the appliance manually.

Porcelain Enamel Oven and Broiler Drawer

Porcelain has a smooth finish and is a type of glass fused to metal. Oven
cleaners can be used on all interior oven surfaces.

General Cleaning

Remove soils using hot, soapy water. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar
or acid content (such as milk, tomatoes, saukerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling)
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 CLEANINGS WILL REDUCE
THE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANINGS
LATER.

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

DO NOT line the oven
walls, bottom, racks or any other
part of the appliance with aluminum
foil. Doing so will destroy heat
distribution, produce poor baking
results and cause permanent damage
to the oven interior (aluminum foil
will melt to the interior surface of the
oven).

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 spots using hot, soapy water. Rinse
well with water and a clean cloth.

2. If soil remains, use a soap-filled 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.

Adhere to the following precautions when using oven cleaners:

1. DO NOT spray on the electrical controls or switches because it could cause
a short circuit and result in sparking or fire.

2. DO NOT allow a film from the cleaner to build up on the temperature sensing
bulb; it could cause the oven to heat improperly. (The bulb is located in the
rear of the oven.) Carefully wipe the bulb clean after each oven cleaning,
being careful not to move the bulb. A change in its position could affect how
the oven bakes. Avoid bending the bulb and capillary tube.

3. DO NOT spray any cleaner on the oven door trim or gasket, broiler drawer
glides, handles or any exterior surfaces of the range, plastic or painted
surfaces. The cleaner can damage these surfaces.

To Clean the Oven Bottom

The oven bottom in porcelain enamel oven models can be removed for
cleaning. See "To Remove and Replace Oven Bottom" under General Cleaning.

Clean using hot, soapy water, a mild abrasive cleanser, a soap-filled abrasive
pad or oven cleaner following manufacturer's instructions.

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Oven Cleaning

(continued)

Adhere to the following cleaning
precautions:
 Allow the oven to cool before

cleaning.

 Wear rubber gloves when cleaning

the appliance manually.

REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY
SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

REGULAR CLEANINGS WILL REDUCE
THE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANINGS
LATER.

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

DO NOT use oven

cleaners, gritty cleansers, coarse
abrasive pads or brushes, silicone sprays
or metal scrapers on the interior walls,
oven frame or ceiling of a continuous
cleaning oven. Permanent damage to

the oven may result.

DO NOT line the oven
walls, bottom, racks or any other part
of the appliance with aluminum
foil. Doing so will destroy heat
distribution, produce poor baking
results and cause permanent damage
to the oven interior (aluminum foil will
melt to the interior surface of the oven).

Continuous Cleaning Oven (some models)

Continuous cleaning ovens have a special coating which is a porous ceramic
material. This rough coating tends to prevent grease spatters from forming
little beads which run down the side walls leaving streaks that require hand
cleaning. Instead, when spatter hits the porous coating, it disperses and is
partially absorbed. This spreading action increases the exposure of oven soil to
heated air, making it less noticeable.

Soil may not disappear completely. Remaining soil will gradually fade with
continued oven use. The special coating works best on small amounts of
spatter. Larger spills, or spills generating from sugar, egg and dairy mixtures,
do not clean as well.

If difficult soils occur:

1. Remove the oven racks and cookware.

2. Remove soils by completing steps a or b below:

a) Use hot, soapy water and wash soils using a nylon-bristly brush or a nylon

mesh scouring pad. DO NOT rub or scrub with paper towels, cloths or
sponges. They will leave lint on the oven coating.

b) Apply ammonia with a sponge and dab it into the porous coating. Leave

the ammonia on the soiled area for 30 minutes.

3. Rinse with clear water.

4. Close the oven door and push in and turn the Temperature Control knob to
450°F (230°C).

5. Operate oven for 15 minutes.

6. Remaining soil will fade with continued oven use.

To Clean the Oven Bottom
The oven bottom is not a continuous cleaning finish. Oven cleaners can be
used on the oven bottom only. Remove the oven bottom before using oven
cleaners. DO NOT get oven cleaner on any of the continuous cleaning surfaces.

Note: To remove or replace oven bottom, see "To Remove and Replace Oven
Bottom" under General Cleaning.

To clean, use hot, soapy water, a mild abrasive cleanser, a soap-filled abrasive
pad or oven cleaner (on the oven bottom only) following manufacturer's
instructions.

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General Cleaning

Surfaces
Aluminum (Trim Pieces) &
Vinyl

Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range

Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range
is COOL. REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR
CLEANINGS WILL REDUCE THE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANINGS LATER.

How to Clean

Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.

Glass, Painted and Plastic
Body Parts, Control Knobs and
Decorative Trim Pieces

Control Panel

Porcelain Enamel
Burner Grates, Cooktop
Surface, Below Cooktop,
Broiler Pan & Insert, Broiler
Drawer, Door Liner and Oven
Bottom

Stainless Steel, Chrome Parts,
Drip Pans

For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built­up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30 to 60

minutes. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners on any of these
materials; they can scratch.

Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFF and remove the control knobs.
To remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft. Clean as instructed above. Squeeze
excess water from the cloth before wiping the panel; especially when wiping around the
controls. Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the appliance.
To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft,
then push the knob(s) into place.

Clean burner grates, broiler pan and insert in the dishwasher and dry upon removal. If
soils are not removed, follow the cooktop cleaning instructions below.

Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1
solution of clean water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an
ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp
cloth, then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO
NOT use spray oven cleaners on the range top.

Clean with hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a cloth. Cover
stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30-40 minutes. Rinse.
Cleaners made especially for stainless steel are recommended. Be sure to rinse the
cleaners as bluish stains may occur during heating and cannot be removed.

Oven Racks

Sealed Burner Units

Burner Cap, Trim Ring (some
models), Burner Pans (some
models), and Burner Base

Oven Door

Remove racks. See "Removing and Replacing Oven Racks" under Before Setting Oven
Controls. Use a mild, abrasive cleaner, following manufacturer's instructions. Rinse

with clean water and dry. After cleaning the racks, rub the sides of the racks with wax
paper or a cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad oil (this will make the
racks glide easier into the rack positions).

The holes in the burners of your range must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition
and a complete, even flame. Clean the burner holes routinely with a small gauge wire
or needle and especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes.

To remove, clean and replace sealed burner units, follow the instructions under General
Cleaning. DO NOT put burner units in the dishwasher.

To clean oven door, wash with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth. DO NOT immerse the
door in water.

DO NOT clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a silicone rubber
material which is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or
remove the gasket.

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General Cleaning

(continued)

To Clean the Cooktop

The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier. Because the four burners are
sealed, cleanups are easy when spillovers are cleaned up immediately.

Unlike the standard gas range, THIS
COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE. Do not
attempt to remove or lift the cooktop.

Note: The burner cap assembly refers
to all parts of the sealed burner unit
(burner cap, burner pan (some models),
trim ring (some models), locating tab,
burner base and electrode).

To clean, wipe with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.

To Clean the Contoured Well Areas, Burner Cap Assembly, Trim
Ring (some models), Burner Pan (some models) and Burner
Base

The contoured well areas, burner cap assembly, trim ring (some models),
burner pan (some models) and burner base should be routinely cleaned.
Keeping the burner ports clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven
flame. See instructions below.

To Clean the Contoured Well Areas

The contoured well is a recessed area located around each burner unit. If a spill
occurs in one of the four well areas, blot up spill with an absorbent cloth. Rinse
with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.

To Remove the Burner Cap Assembly

The burner cap assembly parts differ per model. Your assembly will consist of
one of the following combinations: burner cap and trim ring; burner cap and
burner pan; or burner cap, trim ring and burner pan. Remove in the following
order: (1st) burner cap, (2nd) trim ring and (3rd) burner pan. Do not operate

the burners without the burner cap assembly in place.

To Clean the Burner Cap, Burner Pan (some models) and Trim Ring (some
models)

Use a soap-filled scouring pad or a mild abrasive cleanser to clean burner caps,
trim rings and burner pans.

Use caution when
replacing the burner cap so the electrode
is not damaged. This may cause a
delayed ignition or prevent the burner
from igniting.

Any additions, changes or
conversions required in order for this
appliance to satisfactorily meet the
application needs must be made by an
authorized Frigidaire Company
Distributor or Qualified Agency.

To Clean the Burner Base and Gas Opening

The ports (or slots) around the burner base must be routinely cleaned. Use a
small-gauge wire or needle to clean small slots or holes.Use care to prevent
damage to the electrode. If a cleaning cloth should catch the electrode, it could
break or damage the electrode. If the electrode is damaged or broken, the
surface burner will not light.

For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burnerDO NOT ALLOW SPILLS,
FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS
OPENING. Gas must flow freely through the small hole in the brass orifice for
the burners to light properly. If the orifice gas opening becomes soiled or
clogged, use a small-gauge wire or needle to clean. ALWAYS keep the burner
cap assembly in place whenever a surface burner is in use.

To Replace the Burner Cap Assembly

Make sure the burner cap assembly is thoroughly dry before placing back on
the burner.

1. Lower burner pan (some models) into place around the burner base.

2. Replace trim ring (some models).

3. Find the locating tabs on the burner cap and place in the locating slots in the
burner base. Make sure each burner cap is properly aligned and level.

4. Turn the burner on to determine if it will light. If the burner does not light
after cleaning, contact an authorized servicer. Do not service the sealed
burner yourself.

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General Cleaning

(continued)

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

To Remove and Replace Oven Door

To Remove Oven Door

1. Open the door.

2. Remove screws located on the inside of the oven door near the hinges (one
on each side).

3. Close the door to the quarter-open position. Grasp the door firmly on both
sides and lift up and off the hinges.

4. To clean oven door, follow the instructions provided in the cleaning chart
under General Cleaning.

To Replace Oven Door

1. Be sure the hinge arms are in the quarter-open position. Be careful if pulling
the hinges open by hand. The hinges may snap back against the oven frame
and could pinch fingers.

2. Hold the door at the sides near the top. Insert the hinge arms into slots at
the bottom of the door.

3. Hinge arms must go into the range slots evenly. The hinge arms should be
inserted into the bottom corners of the door as far as they can go.

4. If the door is not in line with the oven frame, remove it and repeat the above
steps.

5. Replace screws previously removed.

Figure 1

Figure 2

To Remove and Replace Oven Bottom

To Remove Oven Bottom:

1. Remove the oven racks.

2. Remove the two hold-down screws (Figure 1) at the rear of the oven bottom
panel. If the screws are too tight to remove by hand, use a screwdriver.

3. To lift out the bottom panel, place fingers in the slots in the bottom. Lift the
rear of the panel up and back until it is clear of the lip at the front of the panel
(Figure 2).

4. Lift the bottom up and out.

To Replace the Oven Bottom:

1. Place the oven bottom in the oven with the back raised about 6" or until you
can insert the front of the oven bottom under the hold-down lip at the front
of the panel.

2. Push the back of the oven bottom down fully into place on the metal flanges
and insert the hold-down screws.

Changing Oven Light

(some models)

Be sure the range is
unplugged and all parts are COOL before
replacing the surface or oven lights.
Wear a leather-faced glove for
protection against possible broken
glass.

To Change the Oven Light (some models)

1. Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the range.

2. Replace bulb with a new 40 watt appliance bulb.

3. Turn power back on again at the main source (or plug the range back in).

4. The clock (if equipped) will then need to be reset. To reset, see Setting the
Clock and Minute Timer in this Owners Guide.

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Avoid Service Checklist

Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense.
The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective
workmanship or materials in this appliance.

OCCURRENCE

Range is not level.

Cannot move appliance easily.
Appliance must be accessible for
service.

Surface burners do not light.

POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION

Poor installation. Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the oven
rack. Adjust leveling legs at base of range until the rack is level. When range is
level, cooktop may appear out of alignment if counter top is not level.

Weak, unstable floor. Be sure floor is level and can adequately support range.
Contact a carpenter to correct sagging or sloping floor.

Kitchen cabinet misalignment may make range appear to be unlevel. Be sure
cabinets are square and have sufficient room for range clearance.

Cabinets are not square or are built in too tight. Contact builder or installer to
make appliance accessible.

Carpeting interferes with range. Provide sufficient space so range can be lifted
over carpet.

Gas line is hard plumbed. Have a flexible, A.G.A./C.G.A. approved metal
appliance connector installed.

Surface Control knob has not been completely turned to LITE. Push in and turn
the Surface Control knob to LITE (until the burner ignites) and then turn the
Surface Control knob to the desired flame size.

Burner ports are clogged. Clean burners. See "To Clean the Contoured Well
Areas, Burner Cap Assembly, Trim Ring (some models), Burner Pan (some
models) and Burner Base" under General Cleaning. With the burner off, use a
small-gauge wire or needle to clean ports.

Surface burner flame burns halfway
around.

Surface burner flame is orange.

Oven does not operate.

Range power cord is disconnected from outlet. Be sure cord is securely plugged
into the outlet.

Electric power outage. Burners can be lit manually. See Setting Surface
Controls in this Owner's Guide.

Burner ports are clogged. With the burner off, clean ports with a small-gauge
wire or needle.

Moisture is present after cleaning. Lightly fan the flame and allow the burner
to operate until flame is full. Dry the burners thoroughly following instructions
under General Cleaning.

Dust particles in main line. Allow the burner to operate a few minutes until
flame turns blue.

In coastal areas, a slightly orange flame is unavoidable due to salt air.

Temperature Control knob is not set properly. Make sure the Temperature
Control knob is set to the desired function. See Setting Oven Controls in this
Owner's Guide.

Be sure regulator gas valve is "on". See installation instructions.

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Entire appliance does not operate.

Make sure cord/plug is plugged securely into outlet.

Service wiring not complete. Contact servicer or dealer.

Electrical power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric
company for service. Surface burners can be lit manually. See Setting Surface
Controls in this Owner's Guide.

Be sure gas supply is turned on.

Oven and/or Cooktop Light (some
models) does not work

Oven smokes excessively during
broiling.

Poor baking results.

Burned-out or loose bulb. See Changing Cooktop and/or Oven Lights (some
models) in this Owner's Guide to replace or tighten the tube/bulb.

Meat too close to broil burner. Reposition the rack to provide more clearance
between the meat and the broiler.

Meat not properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Slash remaining fatty
edges to prevent curling, but do not cut into the lean.

Broiler pan used without insert or insert covered with foil. DO NOT use the
broiler pan without insert or cover insert with foil.

Broiler drawer open. Make sure drawer is closed when broiling.

Broiler drawer needs cleaning. Excessive smoke is caused by old grease or food
spatters. If the broiler is used often, clean on a regular basis.

If baked food items are too dark on top or bottom, allow the oven to preheat
to a set temperature before placing food in the oen. Set temperature 25°F lower
than recommended. Make sure the proper rack position is used when baking.
If food is not done after the recommended time, increase the set temperature
by 25°F.

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FRIGIDAIRE RANGE WARRANTY

Your FRIGIDAIRE product is protected by this warranty

Your appliance is warranted by Frigidaire Company, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no one else to change or add
to any of these obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire Company
Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.

FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY
(Applicable to the
State of Alaska)

*NORMAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER

EXCLUSIONS

WARRANTY

PERIOD

One year from original
purchase date.

Time period listed above.

WE WILL, THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED

SERVICERS:

Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this
appliance which prove to be defective in materials or
workmanship.

All of the provisions of the full warranty above and the
exclusions listed below apply.

Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER.*

Costs of the technician's travel to the home and any
costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance
required because of service.

THE CONSUMER WILL BE

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the
items listed below:

1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.

2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in
accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.

3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose
connections or defects in house wiring.

4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are
not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.

5. Damages to finish after installation.

6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).

This warranty does not cover the following:

1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING
FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.

Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you.

2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary
household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.

3. Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Frigidaire Company servicers; use of parts
other than Frigidaire Company Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external
causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.

4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.

IF YOU NEED
SERVICE

Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty
period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This
written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service under
this warranty must be obtained by following these steps, in order:

1. Contact Frigidaire Company Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire Company servicer.

2. If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact the Frigidaire Consumer Relations Department at:

Frigidaire Consumer Relations
P.O. Box 7181
Dublin, Ohio 43017

[phone]

Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made
by White Consolidated Industries, Inc. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico.