Magic Chef 6898XVB Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Guide
Electronic Controller & Self- Clean Oven
(Keep these instructions for future reference)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1-3.......
CLOCK AND OVEN CONTROL 4...............
COIL COOKTOP 5............................
Cooktop Surface elements Drip bowl
SMOOTHTOP COOKTOP 6-7...................
Cooking areas 6.............................
Care information 7...........................
COOKTOP USE 8.............................
Control knobs Indicator lights Cooking tips Cookware Canning Heat setting guide
OVEN USE 9-14...............................
Oven characteristics 9........................
Fan Oven racks Use of aluminum foil Preheating Door lock lever
Oven operation 10...........................
Automatic oven cooking feature 10-11..........
Baking tips 12...............................
Roasting tips
Common baking problems chart 13.............
Broiling 14..................................
MAINTENANCE 15............................
Cooktop light Oven light Oven door Storage drawer Leveling legs
SELF-CLEAN OVEN 16-17.....................
CARE AND CLEANING CHART 18..............
SERVICE INFORMATION 19-21.................
Before you call for service 19..................
Explanation of fault codes 20..................
Fuses (Canada Only) Adjusting oven temperature
How to obtain service 21......................
WARRANTY 22...............................
8113P068-60
(12/93)
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ABOUT YOUR NEW RANGE
Congratulations onyour choice ofthis range. As you use your new range, we know you will appreciate the many features that provide excellent performance, ease of cleaning, convenience and dependability.
New features have dramatically changed today’s cook­ing appliances and the way we cook. Itis therefore very important tounderstand howyour newelectric rangeop­erates BEFORE you use it for the first time.
In this Owner’s Guide, you will find a wealth of informa­tionregardingall aspects ofyour range. Byfollowing the
instructions carefully, you will be able to fully enjoy and properly maintain your new range.
Should you have any questions about using your new electric range, please write to us at this address:
MAYTAG CUSTOMER SERVICE 240 Edwards Street, S.E. Cleveland, TN 37311
Be sure to include the model and serial numbers of your range. For your convenience, we have provided space belowto record this information.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For future reference we suggest you retain this manual after recording the information in the spacesprovided. Thisinformationcan befoundon the rating data plate located on the range front frame around the storage drawer. Open the stor­age drawer to see the rating plate. For drop-in models, the rating data plate is located on the left side of the side panel. Open the oven door tosee theratingplate.
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
IMPORTANT: Retain the proof of purchase docu­ments for warranty service.
DEALER FROM WHOM PURCHASED:
ADDRESS: CITY: PHONE:
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CONTRACTOR:
ADDRESS: CITY: PHONE:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
The following instructions are based on safety considerations and must be strictly followed to eliminate the poten­tial risks of fire, electric shock, or per­sonal injury.
Proper installation -- Be sure your
appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician.
Care should be given to location of appliance -- Be sure floor covering un-
der appliance, walls adjacent to appli­ance, cabinetry adjacent to appliance, and other materials adjacent to appli­ance can withstand prolonged heat. This is a heavy appliance and can set­tle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl. Use care when moving range on this type of floor covering.
After appliance is installed -- B e c e r ­tain all packing materials are removed from the appliance before operating the unit. If appliance is installed near a win­dow, take steps to prevent curtains from blowing over sur face elements creating a fire hazar d.
Never use your appliance for warm­ing or heating the room.
Storage above range -- To eliminate
the hazard of reaching over hot surface elements, cabinet storage should not be provided directly above a unit. If pro­vided, storage should be limited to in­frequently used items that can be safely stored in an area subjected to heat. Temperatures may be unsafe for some items such as volatile liquids, c leaners, or aerosol sprays. If cabinet storage is provided, installation of a range hood that projects at least 5--inches beyond the bottom of the cabinet will reduce the hazards associated with such storage.
Wear proper apparel -- Loose--fitting
or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance.
User servicing -- Do not repair or re­place any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the Own­er’s Guide. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. Al­ways disconnect unit or cut--off power to unit before any serv icing.
Storage in, on or near appliance --
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable materials, vapors and liquids in the oven, near surface units or in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Do not use cooktop or oven as a storage area for food or cooking utensils.
Use only dry potholders -- Moist or
damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloths.
Use proper pan size -- This appli-
ance is equipped with one or more sur­face elements of different sizes. Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface element. The use of undersized utensils will 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.
Never leave surface units unattended at high heat set­tings -- Boilovers cause smoking and
greasy spillovers may ignite.
To prevent damage to range --
Never operate a surface unit without a pan in place and never allow a pan to boil dry.
Make sure drip bowls are in place -- Absence of these bowls during
cooking may subject wiring or compo­nents underneath to damage.
Protective liners -- Do not use alumi-
num foil liners to line surface unit drip bowls or oven bottom, except as sug­gested in the Owner’s Guide. Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock, or fire.
Glazed cooking utensils -- O n l y c e r ­tain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ce­ramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for range--top service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
Utensil handles should be turned in­ward and not extend over adjacent surface units -- To reduce the risk of
burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional con­tact with the utensil, the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface elements.
Do not soak removable heating ele­ments -- Heating elements should
never be immersed in water. Immersing element in water would damage insulat­ing material inside element.
Use care when opening door -- Let hot air or steam escape before remov­ing or replacing food.
Do not heat unopened food contain­ers -- Build--up of pressure may cause
container to burst and result in injury.
Keep oven vent ducts unob­structed -- The v ent is located at the
right rear element for coil cooktops or at the base of the backguard for the smoothtop cooktop. Blockage of vent prevents proper oven air circulation and will affect oven performance. Avoid touching oven vent area while oven is on and for several minutes after oven has been turned off. Some parts of the vent and surrounding area become hot enough to cause burns.
Placement of oven racks -- A l w a y s place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while hot, use care to avoid contact of potholder with oven element.
Do not cover oven racks, the oven bottom or any other par t of the oven with aluminum foil -- This will cause
overheating of the oven. Use aluminum foil only as directed in this manual.
Clean ventilating hoods frequently -­Grease should not be allowed to accu­mulate on hood or filter. When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan off. The fan, if operating, may spread the flame.
Deep fat fryers -- Use extreme caution when moving the grease kettle or dis­posing of hot grease.
Do not touch surface elements or oven elements, areas near elements or interior surfaces of oven -- E l e -
ments may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near sur face elements and interior surfaces of oven may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact heating elements, ar­eas near elements, or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these areas are the cooktop, surfaces facing the cook­top, oven vent opening and surfaces near this opening, oven door, and oven window. Also, do not allow aluminum foil, meat probes or any other metal ob­ject, other than a utensil on a surface element, to contact heating elements.
Smoothtop cooktop -- Do not cook on broken cooktop. If cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately. Clean cooktop 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 noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.
Oven door -- Do not place excessive weight on an open oven door or stand on an open oven door as, in some cases, it could cause the range to tip over, breakage of the door, or serious injury.
Anti-tip bracket warning:
To reduce the risk of tipping of the ap­pliance from unusual usage or by ex­cessive loading of the oven door, the appliance must be secured by a pr op­erly installed anti--tip device. To check if device is installed properly: Use a flashlight and look underneath range to see that one of the rear leveling legs is engaged in the bracket slot. When re­moving appliance for cleaning, be sure anti--tip device is engaged when range is replaced. The anti--tip device secures the rear leveling leg to the floor, when properly engaged.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
Circuit breaker or fuse -- Locate and
mark breaker or fuse. Never replace a blown fuse or reset a breaker until you know what has caused the problem. Always replace a blown fuse with one of the correct amperage, do not use a substitute.
Control knobs -- Turn off control at the completion of a cooking operation.
Self- cleaning 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. Do not use oven cleaners or oven liner protective coating of any kind in or around any part of the self--clean oven. Clean only parts listed in this manual. Before self--cleaning the oven, remove broiler pan, oven racks, and other utensils. Slide--in and drop--in models: Listen for a fan. A fan noise should be heard during a cleaning cycle. If not, cancel clean cycle and call a qualified technician before self--clean­ing again.
CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE FOOD OR COOKING UTENSILS, ETC., IN OVEN DURING THE SELF--CLEANING MODE OF OPERATION.
ATTENTION: NE LAISSER AUCUN ALIMENT, USTENSILE DE CUISINE, ETC., DANS LE FOUR DURANT LE CYCLE D’AUTONETTOYAGE.
Do not leave children alone -- Chil­dren should not be left alone or unat­tended in an area where appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appli­ance. CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above an appliance or on the backguard of a range.
Children climbing on the appliance to reach items could be seriously injured. Children must be taught that the ap­pliance and utensils in or on it can be hot. Children should be taught that an appliance is not a toy. They should not be allowed to play with controls or other parts of the unit.
IN CASE OF FIRE:
1. Turn off appliance and ventilating hood.
2. Use dry chemical or foam--typeex­tinguisher or baking soda to smother fire or flame. Never use wateronagreasefire.
3. If fire is in oven, smother by closing oven door.
4. If fire is in a pan on the surface unit, cover pan.
This appliance has been tested for safe performance using convention­al cookware. Do not use any devices
or accessories that are not specifically recommended in this manual. Do not use eyelid covers for the surface units, stove top grills, or add--on oven con­vection systems. The use of devices or accessories that are not expressly rec­ommended in this manual can create serious safety hazards, result in perfor­mance problems, and reduce the life of the components of the appliance.
Prepared food warning -- Follow food manufacturer’s instructions. If a plastic frozen food container and/or its film cover distorts, warps, or is otherwise damaged during cooking, immediately discard the food and its container. The food could be contaminated.
Important safety notice and warning: The California Safe Drinking
Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65) requires the Gov­ernor of Californiato publish a list of sub­stances known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn cus­tomers of potential exposures to such substances.
Users of this appliance are hereby warned that when the appliance is en­gaged in the self--clean cycle there may be some low--level exposure to some of the listed substances, including carbon monoxide. Exposur e to these sub­stances can be minimized by properly venting the appliance to the outdoors during the self--clean cycle.
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CLOCK AND OVEN CONTROL
STOP
CLEAR
TIMER CLOCK
(Note: All indicator words are displayed to show their location. Function pads on
some models are round. Round pads will operate as described in this manual.)
STOP/CLEAR
Press this pad to cancel all program­ming except the Clock and Timer.
TIMER
1. Press TIMER.
2. Turn SET knob to desired time. TIMER can be set from 1 minute
(0HR:01) up to 9 hours and 50 min­utes (9 HR:50).
The timing operation will start auto­matically. Colons will flash in the dis­play to indicate a timing operation. Onelong continuous beepsignals the end of the timing operation and “End” briefly appears in the display. The time of day will automatically reap­pear in the display. The TIMER does not control the oven.
To cancel: PressTIMERand holdfor 3 seconds. Time of day will reappear after a slight delay.
CLOCK
1. Press CLOCK.
2. TurnSET knob until display shows correct time of day.
When power is first supplied to oven or if there has been a power failure, the display will flash. Follow above instructions to set clock. Clock time cannot be changed when oven is set for a cook or self-clean operation. Cancel operation to set clock.
HR
BROIL TIMED TIMER
STOP
TIME
LOCK BAKE
ON
SET CLEAN COOK
COOK
TIME
CLEAN BROIL
CLEAN DELAY STOP
CLEAN
1. Press CLEAN.
2. Close and lock oven door.
3. Oven will automatically clean for 3 hours. Select 2 or 4 hours by turn­ing SET knob.
“door” will appear in display until the dooris properly locked. Seepages 16 and 17 for additional information.
COOK TIME/STOP TIME
To begin cooking immediately:
1. Press COOK TIME. Enter desired cooking time by turning the SET knob.
2. Press OVEN TEMP. Enter oven temperature with SET knob.
To delay the start of cooking:
1. Press COOK TIME. Enter cooking time with SET knob.
2. PressSTOP TIME. Enter the time you wish the oven to turn off with SET knob.
3. Press OVEN TEMP. Enter oven temperature with SET knob.
The oven will automatically turn on and off at the preset times. 3 beeps will signal the end of cooking. “End” will appearin the display and continu­ous beeps will prompt you to remove the food from the oven.
Press STOP/CLEAR to cancel end­of-cooking beeps.
SET
OVEN TEMP
SET KNOB
Turn this knob in either direction to enter time or temperature. This knob is also used to select HI or Lo broil.
OVEN TEMP
1. Press OVEN TEMP.
2. Turn SET knob until desired oven temperature appears in the dis­play.
See pages 9 to 13 for additional in­formation on baking and roasting.
BROIL
1. Press BROIL.
2. Turn SET knob clockwise to select HI broil or counter clockwise to se­lect Lo broil.
See page 14 for additional informa­tion.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A beep sounds each time a pad is pressed.
If afault code (example: F 2) is dis­played and beeps sound, press STOP/CLEAR. If fault codecontin­ues, see page 20.
Press CLOCK to recall time of day when another function is displayed.
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Seepages 10and 11foradditionalin­formation.
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COIL COOKTOP
Cooktop
Freestanding rangeswitha coil-typecooktop willfeature an “upswept” cooktop.
(NOTE: Thecooktop on a slide-in or drop-in range does NOT lift up. The cooktop on a Canadian freestanding range does NOT lift up.)
To raise the “upswept” cooktop: When cool, grasp the front edge of the cooktop and gently lift up until the two support rods at the front of the cooktop snap into place.
To lower the top: Holdthefrontedge ofthe cooktopand carefully push back on each support rod to release the notched support. Then gently lower the top into place. The support rods will slide into the range frame.
Surface Elements
S Surface elements are self-cleaning.
Indicator Lights
Rangesareequipped withtwoindicatorlights whichglow when a surface element is on. The indicator light will re­main on until the element is turned off. After a cooking operation, besure the elementand indicator light areoff.
Drip Bowls
S Be sure drip bowls, located under each element, are
in place.
S Absence of these bowls during cooking may subject
wiring or component parts underneath the cooktop to damage.
S To prevent risk of electricshock orfire, do not linedrip
bowls with aluminum foil.
Your range will be equipped with either chrome plated steel drip bowls or porcelain coated steel drip bowls.
Chrome drip bowls will turn blue or gold over time or if overheated. This type of discoloration is permanent and will not affect cooking performance.
To protect the chrome or porcelain finish, avoid using high settings for long periods of time. Reduce to a lower setting once food begins cooking. Do not useoversized cookware. Pan should not extend more than 2 inches from the element.
S Do not immerse elements in water. S When an element is turned on, it will cycle on and off
to maintain the heat setting.
S To preventdamageto therange, NEVERoperatesur-
face element without apan in placeand NEVERallow a pan to boil dry.
To remove: When cool, raise element and carefully pull out and away from the receptacle.
To replace: Insert the terminals on the element into the receptacle. Gentlylift uponouteredgeof element(oppo­site terminal-side of element) while inserting terminals into receptacle. Gently press down on outer edge of ele­ment until element sits level on drip bowl.
Be sure drip bowland chrometrim ring, if equipped, are properly installed. Notch on trim ring should be centered over the screw securing the receptacle to the maintop. If trim ring is notinstalled properly and rests on this screw, the trim ring and drip bowl will “rock”.
Clean bowls after each use with soap and water. Re­movestubborn stainswithbaking sodapaste andplastic scouring pad.Porcelain drip bowlscan becleaned witha mild cleanser. To prevent scratching the porcelain or chrome finish, do not use abrasive cleaning agents. Rinse, dry and replace.
NOTE: Theovenvent islocated attheright rearelement. Be sure the drip bowl for this element has a hole in the centertoallowproperoven venting. Neverblock thevent opening by placing a solid drip bowl in this location or by coveringthe holeinthe centerof thedripbowlwithalumi­num foil. Blocking the vent will restrict proper ovenvent­ing which will affect baking results.
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SMOOTHTOP COOKTOP
Cooking Areas
On Canadian models only: The surface units will not op­erate during a clean cycle. This is normal.
The four cooking areas on your range are identified by permanent patterns in the cooktop. There are two large (8-inch) andtwo small (6-inch) areas. The pat­terns on your cooktop may not look like the cooktop in this illustration but your cooktop will operate as de­scribed in this manual.
Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it thor­oughly as directed on the cleaning chart on page 7. This will protect the smoothtop and will guarantee a clean cooktop when the elements are turned on.
During the first few hours of use, youmaynotice thatthe cooktop emits a slight burning odor and a light smoke. Both of these conditions are normal and are caused by the insulation material of the heating elements.
Whena cookingarea isturnedon, thecoil elementunder the cooktop will heat up and glow red. To maintain the heat setting the elementwill cycle onand off. It is normal to see a red glow through the smoothtop when the ele­ment cycles on.
Indicator Lights
Rangesareequipped withtwoindicatorlights whichglow when a surface element is on. The indicator light will re­main on until the element is turned off. After a cooking operation, besure the elementand indicator light areoff.
Hot Surface Light
Your range is equipped with a HOT SURFACE light lo­cated at the center-back ofthe smoothtop. This red light will turn onto indicate that the smoothtop is hot and will remain on until the top has cooled.
Retained Heat
The smoothtop cooking area retains heat for a period of time after the element has beenturned off. Turn the ele­ment off afew minutesbefore foodis completely cooked andusetheretainedheat tocompletethecookingopera­tion. After 30 minutes, the cooktop may be too cool to keep foods warm. However, the TOP MAY STILL BE TOO WARM TO TOUCH. When the HOT SURFACE light turns off, the top will be cool enough to touch.
Cooking Tips
When cooking delicate foods which easily scorch or overcook, start with a lower heat setting then gradually increase the setting until you find the optimum setting. Boiloversare morelikely tooccurif youstartout onHIGH then reduce to the lower setting. If you do begin cooking onHIGH, reduceto alowersettingbefore liquidscome to a full boil.
If food is cooking too fast or ifa boilover occurs, remove lid orremovecookware fromcooking areaand reduce to alowersetting.Allowenoughtime forthecooking areato adjust to the new setting.
Cookware
Aluminum foil will damage the smoothtop if it melts
onto the glass. Donot use aluminum foil or foil-type dis­posable containers such as popcorn poppers under any circumstances.They mayleavemetalmarks ormay per­manently meltontothe smoothtop. Do not usecooktopif aluminum foil melts onto the smoothtop. Call an autho­rized servicer. Do not attempt to repaircooktop yourself.
Aluminum cookware will cause metal marks on the glass if you slide them across the smoothop. Remove any metal marks immediately using Cooktop Cleaning Creme.
Glass ceramic, earthenware, porcelain over metal,
heat-proof glass or glazed cookware may scratchthe
smoothtop cooktop if you slide them across the top.
To Protect Smoothtop
S Do not use the top as a work surface or as a cutting
board. Do not cook food directly on the cooktop.
S Do not use atrivet or metal stand (such as a wok ring)
betweentheutensiland thecooktop. These items can mark oretch the surfaceand affect cookingefficiency.
S Do not place plastics on a warm or hot cooking area.
They will melt and adhere to the smoothtop. The smoothtop may chip or pit in attempting to remove melted plastic from the top.
S To preventscratchingor damagetothe smoothtop,do
not leave sugar, salt, sand, soil, shortening or other fats on the cooking area. Be sure area is free from these before turning on cooking area.
S Do not slide metal or glass items across the smooth-
top. They may scratch top or leave metal marks.
S Donot allowa pantoboil dry. Thiscould causeperma-
nent damage to the smoothtop.
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Care Information
To help keep cooktop clean, be sure cookingarea andcookwarebottomare clean and dry before each use.
To prevent possible damage to the cooktop, always rinse the bottom of cookware to completely remove any cleaning agent residue. This is espe­ciallyimportant whenusinga copperor aluminum cleaner. In the presence of heat, the cleaning residue may stain, discolor or etch the smoothtop.
Carefully blot up spillovers around the outside of the cooking areaas they oc­cur with dry paper towels. BE CARE­FUL NOT TO BURN HANDS WHEN WIPING UP SPILLS. DONOT USE A DAMP CLOTH WHICH MAY CAUSE STEAM BURNS.
Whensurfaceiscool,cleanas directed in the chart. DO NOT USE the follow­ing cleaning agents.
· Abrasives (metal scouring pads, cleansing powders, scouring clean­ersor pads) willscratch thesmooth­top.
· Chemicals (oven cleaners, chlorine bleaches, rust removers or ammo­nia) may damage the finish of the smoothtop.
· Glass cleaners containingammonia may harm the smoothtop.
· Soiled cloth or sponge will leave an invisible film on the cooktop which may scratch or cause discoloration the next time the cooktop is used.
IMPORTANT: Watch sugary solutions carefully to avoid boilovers.
If a sugar solution (such as jam, jelly, candy) is allowed to boilover, it may pit the smoothtop. Turn element to LOW and clean sugary boilovers immedi-
ately.
Cleaning Chart
CAUTION: Before cleaning, be certain all elements are turned off and the
cooktopis cool.Use onlycleaningagentsrecommended inthe cleaningchart. Other materials may damage the finish of the smoothtop.
Daily c leaning, light to moder­ate stains.
Burned on or heavy stains.
Brown or g ray stains from HARD WATER or metalmarks.
Cooktop Cleaning Creme.Liquid dishwash­ing detergent. Paste of baking soda and water.
Single-edge razor blade such as Widget by Gil­lette.
Cooktop Cleaning Creme.
Gently apply with a soft cloth or a non abrasive plastic brush, nylon or plastic pad,or paper toweling,rinsecompletely and dry.
When cooktop is cool, place edge of single edge razor on cooktop at a 30 angle. Very CAREFULLY scrape off soil. Clean remaining soil with Cooktop Cleaning Creme.
Gently scour with creme to remove as muchaspossible.Reapplypaste,cover with a damp cloth and let stand for 30 minutes. Scour with additional paste to remove remaining stain. Rinse com­pletely and dry.
Problem Solving Chart
PROBLEM CAUSE TO PREVENT
Tiny scratches or abrasions
Metal-marking
Brown streaks and specks
Areas of discol­oration with a metallic sheen
Coarseparticles(dust salt and sand) between cook­warebottomand cooktop. Incorrect cleaning materi­als. Sliding glassware or metal across top or using cookware with rough bot­toms.
Sliding or scraping metal utensils or oven racks across cooktop.
Boilovers,incorrectclean­ing materials, used soiled cloth or sponge, soiled cookware.
Mineraldeposits from wa­ter and foods.
Tinyscratchesarenotremovableand do not affect cooking. In time, the scratches will become smoother and less visible. Be sure cookware bot­toms and cooktop are clean before use. Use cookware with a smooth, non-scratching bottom. Do not slide cookware across cooktop.
Donotslidemetalobjectacross cook­top. Clean immediately with Cooktop Cleaning Creme.
Remove boiloversbefore reusing the cooktop.Use a cleanclothorsponge. Be sure cookware, especially bot­toms, are clean and dry.
Use cookware with bottoms that are clean and dry. Use correct heat set­ting to prevent boilovers.
°
Use a wooden spoon or a wooden­handled metal spatula to scrape boil-
Pittingor flak­ing.
over to a cooler area of the cooktop or use several layers of dry paper towels to wipe up spillover. If a paper towel is used, be careful to avoid steam burns. Turn element off. When cool, use a single-edge razor blade to scrape off soil. Clean with Cooktop Cleaning
CAUTION: Do not use top if the smoothtop is cracked or broken or if metal melts onto cooktop. Call an authorized servicer. Do not attempt to repair the cooktop yourself.
Creme, rinse and dry.
Sugary boilovers from sugar syrups, candy, jams, jellies, dessert sauces, etc.
Use correct heat setting and large enoughutensil. Watchcookingopera­tiontoprevent boilovers or spattering.
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COOKTOP USE
Control Knobs
Yourcooktop isequipped withcontrolknobs that provide an infinite choice of settings from LOW to HIGH. The knob canbe set on or between any ofthe numbered set­tings.
To operate push in and turn the knob in eitherdirection to the desired setting.
To remove knobsforcleaning, gentlypullforward. Wash knobs in mild detergent and water. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as they will scratch the finish and re­move markings. Rinse, dry and replace. Turn on each element to be sure knobs have been replaced correctly.
Cooking Tips
To prevent damage to the range, backguard or utensil, neveroperatesurface unitwithout apan inplace, never allowa panto boil dry andnever operate anelementon HIGH for extended periods of time.
Food will not cook any faster at a higher setting than neededto maintain agentle boil.Water boilsat thesame temperature whether boiling gently or vigorously. If a high setting is used, excessive spattering will occur and food may stick or burn onto the bottom of the pan.
Cookware
Cooking performance is greatly affected by the type of cookware used. Proper cookware will reduce cooking times, use less energy and produce more even cooking results. For best results use a heavy gauge metal pan with a smooth flat bottom and a tight fitting lid.
Cookware with uneven, warped, or grooved bottoms do not make good contact with the heating surface, will re­duce heat conductivity and result in slower, less even heating.
Different types of cookware materials require different heat settings for the same cooking operation. The chart below is based on heavy gauge aluminum cookware. Lower the heat setting if using a thinner gauge metal or other materials.
Oversized cookware or cookware that rests across two elements are not recommended as they may trap enough heat to cause damage to the cooktop or ele­ments. This is especially important when canning.
Do not use woks equipped with round metal rings. The ring, whichis designedto support the wokabove the ele­ment, will trap heat and may damage the element and the cooktop.
If ahigher heatsettingis used tobring liquidtoaboil orto begincooking, always reduce toa lowersettingonceliq- uid comes to a boil or food begins cooking. Never leave
food unattended during a cooking operation.
Fit the size of the cookware to the size of the element. This conserves energy.
SUGGESTED HEAT SETTING GUIDE
HEAT SETTINGS
HIGH
Medium-High
7-9
Medium
4-6
Medium-Low
1-3
USES
To bring liquid to a boil, blanch, preheat skillet, or reach pressure in a pressure cooker. Always reduce to a lower heat setting when liquids just begin to boil or foods begin to cook.
To brown or sear meat; heat oil for deepfat frying; scald; to saute or fry. Maintain fast boilfor large amounts of liquids.
To maintain moderate to slow boil for large amounts of liquids. To continue cooking uncovered foods and for most frying operations.
To continue cooking covered foods and to maintain pressure in most pressure cookers. Stew, braise or steam operations. To maintain boil for small amounts of liquid, poach, steam or simmer.
Canning
Use the HIGH setting just until water comes to a boilor pressure is reached in the pressure canner. Then, re- duce to the lowest heat setting that maintains the boil or pressure. Prolonged use of the HIGH setting, or the use of incorrect canning utensils produces excessive heat. Excessive heat can cause permanent damage to the porcelain cooktop, coil element and the drip bowl.
LOW
NOTE: Refer to cookware manufacturer’s recommendations for suggested heat settings. Some manufacturers donot recommend the use of HIGH, or the use of HIGH for extended cooking operations.
To keep foods warm before serving. Melt chocolate.
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OVEN USE
Oven Characteristics
Everyoven hasits owncharacteristics.You mayfindthat the cooking times and temperatures you were accus­tomed to with your previous range may need to be al­tered slightly with your new range. It is normal to notice some differences between this rangeand your previous range.
Fan
Slide-in and drop-in ranges are equipped with a fan whichautomaticallyturns onwhenevertheovenis setfor a cooking or a cleaning operation. Thefan will automati­cally turn off when the unit has cooled.
Oven Racks
The two oven racks are designed with a lock-stop posi­tion to keep racks from coming completely out of the oven. Do not attempt to change rack positions when the oven is hot.
To remove: Besurerack iscool.Pull rackout tothelock­stop position. Tilt the front end up and continue pulling rack out of the oven.
To replace: Place rackon racksupports, tiltup andpush toward rearof oven. Pull the rackout to the lock-stop po­sition to besure rack iscorrectly replaced. Then return it to its normal position.
It is important that air can circulate freely within the oven and around the food. To help ensure this, place food in the center of the oven rack. Allow two inches between the edge of the utensil(s) and the oven walls. If cooking on two racks, stagger the food to ensure proper airflow.
RACK POSITIONS:
5 4 3
2 1
Rack 5 (top ofoven) usedfor broilingthin non-fatty foods such as fish.
Rack 4 used for two-rack baking or most broiling. Rack 3 used for most one-rack baking of cookies and
biscuits on a cookie sheet. Rack 2 used for baking cakes, bundt cakes or breads,
two-rack baking, roasting meats, or cooking larger foods.
Rack 1 usedforroastingturkey, baking angelfoodcake, pie shells, frozen pies, souffles or bread.
Use of Aluminum Foil
Do not cover entire rack with aluminum foil or place foil directly under cookware. To catch spillovers, place a piece of foil a little larger than thepan onthe rack below the pan. Donot place aluminum foil across thebottom of the oven.
For optimumbaking resultsof cakes, cookiesor biscuits, use onerack. Position rack so food isin the center ofthe oven. Use either rack position 3 or 2.
If cooking on two racks, use rack positions 4 and 2 for cakes and rack positions 4 and 1 when using cookie sheets. Never place two cookie sheets on one rack.
If roasting alarge turkey, place turkeyon rack 1 andside dishes on rack 5.
Preheating
Preheating is necessary for conventional baking. Allow about 10 to 15 minutes for the oven to preheat. It is not necessary to preheat the oven for roasting.
Selecting a temperature higher than desired will NOT preheat the oven anyfaster. Preheating at a higher tem­perature may affect baking results.
A single beep will indicate that the oven is preheated.
Door Lock Lever
The oven door is locked for self-clean operations only. Do not move the door lock lever to the right or locked position during acooking operation. If the door islocked, the operation will automatically be cancelled and “door” will appearin the display. If the ovenis hot enoughtoen­gage theinternal lock, the oven door willnot open.Allow the oven to cool for up to an hour, then unlock and open the door.
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OVEN OPERATION
Basic Instructions
1. Position oven racks.
2. Press OVEN TEMP pad.
3. Turn SET knob to desired temperature.
To set oven for baking or roasting:
1. Press OVEN TEMP pad.
S 000° and BAKE indicator words will appear in the
display.
S The display will return to the current time of day if
the oven temperature is not entered within 30 se­conds.
2. Toenter theoventemperature, turn theSET knobun­til the desired temperature is displayed.
S 350° will appear in the display when the SET knob
is turned one click in either direction. The tempera­ture can be set from 170 to 550°.
S The oven willturnon within a fewseconds. TheON
indicator word and 75° or the actual oven tempera­ture, whichever is higher, will appearin the display.
S The temperature inthedisplay willincreasein 5° in-
crements untiltheoven reaches thepresettemper­ature. A single beep will signal that theoven is pre­heated. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the oven to pre­heat.
3. Place food in the oven. Check food at the minimum cooking time. Cook longer if needed.
4. At the end of cooking, remove food and press the STOP/CLEAR pad to cancel the operation. The cur­rent time of day will reappear in the display.
Automatic Oven Cooking Feature
The Automatic OvenCooking feature is used to turn the oven on and off at a preset time of day. This feature can beusedforaconventionalcook oraself-cleanoperation. See page17 for instructions on delayinga self-clean op­eration.
TheAutomaticOvenCookingfeaturewill notoperateun­less the clock isfunctioning and isset at the correct time of day.
Highly perishable foods such as dairy products, pork, poultry, stuffing, seafoods, or baked goods are not rec­ommended for delay start cooking. If cooking more than one food, select foods that cook for the same length of time and at the same oven temperature.
Basic Instructions
Example: Food is to cook for 2 hours and 30 minutes (2:30) at an oven temperature of 350°F. You wish the food to be cooked by 6 o’clock (6:00).
1. Press COOK TIME pad.
2. Turn SET knob until 2:30 (2hours and 30 minutes) is displayed.
3. Press STOP TIME pad.
4. Turn SET knob until 6:00 (6 o’clock) is displayed.
5. Press OVEN TEMP pad.
6. Turn SET knob until 350° is displayed.
7. PressCLOCKpadand timeof dayreappears inthe display.
Theovenwill turnonat 3:30;will cookthe foodfor 21/2 hours at 350°F, andwill automatically turn off at6:00.
NOTE: If you wish cooking to begin immediately, omit steps 3 and 4.
To recall the preset temperature during preheat, press the OVEN TEMP pad.
To change the preset temperature, turn the SET knob until the desired temperature is displayed.
The oven will automatically turn off if it is left on for 12 hours.
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To set oven for immediate start:
1. Press COOK TIME pad.
To set oven for delayed start:
1. Press COOK TIME pad. S 0 HR:00 will appear inthe display and SET COOK
TIME will flash in the display.
2. Turn the SET knob to enter the cooking time.
S 0 HR:00 will appear inthe display and SET COOK
TIME will flash in the display.
2. Turn the SET knob to enter the cooking time. S The display willshow cookingtime inHOURS:MIN-
UTES. Cooking time can be set from 10 minutes (0:10) up to 11 hours and 55 minutes (11:55).
S If you delay in entering the cooking time, the pro-
gram will automatically cancel and the time of day will reappear in the display.
S If you set the cooking time but delay in enteringthe
oventemperature,beeps willsoundand thedisplay will flash SET BAKE and 000°.
3. Press OVEN TEMP pad.
4. Enter oven temperature with the SET knob. S If you press the OVEN TEMP pad but delay in en-
tering thetemperature, the program willcanceland the display will return to the time of day.
5. Press CLOCK pad and the time of day will reappear in the display. TIMED BAKE ON indicator words will remain in the display to show that the oven has been set for Automatic Oven Cooking.
6. After a few seconds, the oven will turn on and the dis­play will begin to count down.
7. Atthe endof the presetcookingtime, theoven will au­tomatically turn off, and3 beepswill signalthe endofcooking.Continuous
beeps will prompt you to remove food from the oven.
8. PressSTOP/CLEAR tocancel thebeeps and remove food from the oven.
“End” will appear in the display
S The display willshow cookingtime inHOURS:MIN-
UTES. Cooking time can be set from 10 minutes (0:10) up to 11 hours and 55 minutes (11:55).
3. Press STOP TIME pad.
S SET STOP TIME will flash in the display.
4. Turn the SET knob to enter the stop time. S If you delay in entering the stop time, beeps will
sound and the display will flash SET BAKE and 000°.
5. Press OVEN TEMP pad.
6. Enter oven temperature with the SET knob.
7. Press CLOCK padtoreturn thecurrent timeof day to
the display. DELAY BAKE and the preset oven tem­perature will appear in the display to show that the ovenhas beenset fora delaystart cookingoperation.
8. The oven willautomatically turn on atthe preset time
and TIMED BAKE ON will appear to indicate that the food is cooking.
9. The ovenwillautomatically turn off at the preset stop
“End”will appearin thedisplay andcontinuous
time. beeps will signal the end of cooking.
10.Press STOP/CLEAR to cancel the beeps and re-
move food from the oven.
Additional Information
If you delay more than 30seconds between touching a pad and turning the SET knob,the display will either re­turn to the previous setting or the time of day will reap­pear and the program will cancel.
To recall thepresetstoptimeorcooktime,justpress the corresponding pad.
To reset or cancel the program, press the STOP/ CLEAR pad.
At the end of the cooking operation, continuous beeps will sound until the STOP/CLEAR pad is pressed.
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Baking Tips
Useareliablerecipeand accurately measure fresh in-
gredients. Carefully follow directionsfor oventemper- ature and cooking time. Preheat oven if recommended.
Use the correct rack position. Baking results may be affected if the wrong rack is used.
* Top browning may be darker if food is located
toward the top of the oven.
* Bottom browning may be darker if food is located
toward the bottom of the oven.
* When using two racks for baking, allow enough
space between the racks for proper air circulation. Browning and cooking results will be affected if air flow is blocked.
Cookware material plays animportantpart inbaking re­sults. Always use the type and size of pan called for in the recipe. Cooking times or cooking results may be af­fected if the wrong size is used.
* Shiny metal pan reflects heat away from the food,
produces lighter browning and a softer crust. Use shiny pans for baking cakes or cookies. For opti­mum baking results, bake cookies and biscuits on a flat cookie sheet. If the pan has sides, such as a jelly roll pan, browning may not be even.
and acrisper crust. Use this typeof pan for pies,pie crusts or bread.
* Ifusingoven-proof glassware,ordark pans such
as Baker’s Secret reduce theoven temperature by
25°F except when baking pies or bread. Use the same baking time as called for in the recipe.
Allow hot air to flow freely through the oven for opti­mum baking results. Improper placement of pans in the oven will block air flow and may resultin unevenbrown­ing. For optimum browning and even cooking results:
* Do not crowd a rack with pans. Never place more
than one cookie sheet, one 13x9x2-inch cake pan or two 9-inch round cake pans on one rack.
* Stagger pans when baking ontwo rackssoone pan
is not directly over another pan.
* Allow two inches between the pan and the oven
walls.
Check the cooking progress at the minimum time
recommended in the recipe. If necessary, continue checking at intervals until the food is done. If the oven door isopened too frequently, heat willescape theoven; this can affect baking results and wastes energy.
* Dark metal pan or a pan with an anodized (dull)
bottom absorbs heat, produces darker browning
Roasting Tips
Roasting is the method for cooking large, tender cuts of meat uncovered, without adding moisture. Most meats are roasted at 325°F. It is not necessary to preheat the oven. Place the roasting pan on either of the two lowest rack positions.
Use tender cuts of meatweighing three pounds ormore. Somegood choices are: Beef rib, ribeye, top round,high quality tip and rump roast, pork loin roast, leg of lamb, veal shoulder roast and cured or smoked hams.
Season meat, if desired, either before or after roasting. Rubinto the surface ofthe roast ifadded before cooking.
Placethe meatfat-side-upona rackin ashallowroasting pan. Placing the meat on a rack holds it out of the drip­pings,thus allowingbetter heatcirculationfor evencook-
If you add additional ingredients or alter the recipe, expect cooking times to increase or decrease slightly.
ing. As the fat on top of the roast melts, the meat is bastednaturally, eliminatingthe needfor additionalbast­ing.
Thecooking timeisdeterminedby theweight of themeat and the desired doneness. For more accurate results, use ameat thermometer. Insert it sothe tipis in the cen­ter of the thickest part of the meat. It should not touchfat or bone.
Remove the roast fromthe oven when the thermometer registers approximately 5°F below the doneness wanted. As the meat stands, the temperature will rise.
NOTE: For more information on cooking meat and poultry, contact the USDA Meat & Poultry Hotline at 1-800-535-4555.
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Common Baking Problems And Why They Happen
PROBLEM
Cakes are uneven.
Cake high in middle.
Cake falls.
Cakes, cookies, biscuits don’t brown evenly.
Foroptimumresults,bakeononerack.Ifbakingcakeson tworacks,place pans towardfrontof oven on upper rack and pans toward back of oven on lower rack.
CAUSE
Pans too close or touching
each other or oven walls. Batteruneven in pans. Temperatureset too low or
baking timetoo short. Oven not level. Undermixing. Too much liquid.
Temperatureset too high. Baking timetoo long. Overmixing. Too much flour. Pans touching each other or
oven walls. Incorrectrack position.
Too much shorteningor sugar. Too much or too little liquid. Temperatureset too low. Old or too little baking powder. Pan too small. Oven door opened frequently. Added incorrecttype of oil to
cake mix. Added additionalingredients
to cake mix or recipe. Incorrectrack position.
Oven door not closed properly. Door gasket not sealing
properly. Incorrectuse of aluminum foil. Oven not preheated. Pans darkened, dented or
warped.
PROBLEM
Cakes don’t brown on top.
Excessive shrinkage.
Uneven texture.
Cakes have tunnels.
Cakes crack on top.
Cake not done in middle.
CAUSE
Incorrectrack position. Temperatureset too low. Overmixing. Too much liquid. Pansizetoolargeortoolittle
batter in pan.
Oven door opened too often.
Too little leavening. Overmixing. Pan too large. Temperatureset too high. Baking timetoo long. Pans too close to each other
or oven walls.
Too much liquid. Undermixing. Temperatureset too low. Baking time too short.
Not enough shortening. Too much baking powder. Overmixingor at too high a
speed.
Temperatureset too high.
Batter overmixed. Temperatureset too high. Too much leavening. Incorrectrack position.
Temperatureset too high. Pan too small. Baking time too short.
Cakes, cookies, biscuits too brown on bottom.
Follow cookware manufacturer’s instructions for oven temperature. Glassware and dark cookware such as Ecko’sBaker’s Secret require lowering the oven temper­ature by 25
° F.
Oven not preheated. Pans touching each other or
oven walls. Incorrectrack position. Incorrectuse of aluminum foil. Placed 2 cookie sheets on one
rack. Used glass, dark, stained,
warped or dull finish metal
pans. (Use a shiny cookie
sheet.)
Ifadditionalingredients were added to mix or recipe,ex­pect cooking time to increase.
Pie crust edges too brown.
Pies don’t brown on bottom.
Pies have soaked crust.
Temperatureset too high. Pans touching each other or
oven walls.
Edges of crust too thin.
Used shiny metalpans. Temperatureset too low. Incorrectrack position.
Temperaturetoo low at start
of baking. Filling too juicy. Used shiny metalpans.
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Broiling
Broiling is a method of cooking tender meats by direct heat. Thecooking time isdeterminedby the distancebe­tweenthe meatandthe broilelement, thedesired degree of doneness and the thickness of the meat.
Broiling Tips:
Broilingrequires theuseof thebroiler panand insert.The broiler insert must be in place to allow fat and liquid to drain to the pan below to prevent spatters, smoke and flare-ups. Improper use may cause grease fires.
Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil as this prevents fat from draining into pan below. For easier clean up, thebroiler pancan be lined with foil and spray the insert with a non-stick vegetable spray.
Remove excess fat and slash remaining fat to help keep meat from curling. This also reduces smoking and spat­tering.
Placeovenrack inthecorrect rackpositionwhen oven is cool. For darker browning, place meat closer to the broil element. Place meat further down if you wish meat to be well done or if excessive smoking and flaring occurs.
SeeCare andCleaning Chart onpage 18for instructions on cleaning the broiler pan and insert.
To set oven to broil:
1. Press BROIL pad. 000° and BROIL indicator words will appear in the display.
2. Turn SET knob clockwise to select HI for normal broilingor counter clockwise toselect Lofor lowtem­perature broiling.
3. Foroptimumresults, removebroilerpan andpreheat broil element 3 to 5 minutes.
4. Broilwiththeoven dooropenedtothe broilstopposi­tion (opened about6-inches). Turn meat once about half way through cooking. Check for doneness by cutting a slit in the meat near the center for desired color.
5. Atthe endof cooking, pressSTOP/CLEAR tocancel the broil operation. The current time of day will reap­pear in the display.
Use HI BROIL for most broil operations. Select Lo BROIL when broiling longercooking foods suchas poul­try. Thelower temperature allowsfood tocook tothewell done stage without excessive browning. Cooking time may increase if Lo BROIL is selected.
Broil times may needto beincreased if rangeis installed on a 208-volt circuit.
Broiling Chart
TOTAL TIME
TYPE OF MEAT RACK POSITION* DONENESS (MINUTES)**
BACON #4 Well Done 6 to 10
BEEF STEAKS
1-inch thick #4 Rare 10 to 14
1 1/2-inch thick #4 Rare 18 to 20
CHICKEN LO BROIL
Whole, split #3 Well Done 45 to 60 Pieces #3 Well Done 30 to 45
FISH STEAK OR FILLET
1/2-inch thick #4 Flaky 10 to 12
GROUND BEEF PATTIES
3/4 to 1-inch thick #4 Rare 10 to 13
HAM SLICE, precooked
1-inch thick #4 12 to 16 1 1/2-inchthick #4 21 to 26
LAMB CHOPS
1-inch thick #4 Medium 12 to 15
1 1/2-inchthick #3 Medium 15 to 19
PORK CHOPS
3/4-inch thick #4 Well Done 15 to 20 1-inch thick #4 WellDone 20 to 25
* The bottom rack positionis position #1.
** Times are approximate and may vary depending on the meat.
#4 Medium 15 to 18 #4 Well Done 19 to 22
#4 Medium 22 to 24 #3 Well Done 25 to 30
Medium 12 to 15 Well Done 15 to 18
Well Done 16 to 20
Well Done 25 to 30
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MAINTENANCE
Cooktop Light, If equipped
Before replacing the cooktop light bulb, DISCONNECT POWER TO RANGE. Be sure the bulb is cool. Do not toucha hotbulbwith adamp clothas thebulb maybreak.
To turn on cooktop light: Pressand hold rockerswitch untilthelight turns on.Theoven light switchis located on thebackguard forfreestandingranges andon thecontrol panel for slide-in or drop-in ranges.
To replace cooktop light: Grasp the top trim of the backguard with your thumbs under the front edge and pull outward while lifting to release trim from catches at each end.
Remove fluorescent tube and replace with an 18 watt fluorescent tube. Snap top trim back into place and re­store power. Reset the clock.
Oven Light
To turn on the oven light, push the rocker switch located on the backguard or on the control panel.
To replace oven light: Be sure bulb is cool. Do not toucha hotbulbwith adamp clothas thebulb maybreak. Use a dry potholder, toprevent possible harm to hands, and very carefully unscrew bulb cover and bulb.
Do not attempt to open or close door until the door is completely seated on the hinge arms. Neverturn on the oven unless door is properly in place. When baking, be sure the dooris completely closed. Baking results willbe affected if the door is not securely closed.
To remove lift-off door: Openthedoor to the “stop” po­sition (opened about 6 inches) and grasp the door with bothhands ateachside. Donotuse thedoor handleto lift the door. Lift up evenly until the door clears the hinge arms.
CAUTION: Hingearmsare springmountedand willslam shut against the range if accidently hit. Never place
hand or fingers between the hinges and the front
oven frame. You could be injured if hinge snaps back. To replace door: Grasp the door at each side, align
slots in the door with the hinge arms and slide the door down onto the hinge arms until completely seated on hinges.
Storage Drawer
Thestoragedrawerat thebottomof therangeis safeand convenient for storing metal and glass cookware. DO NOT store plastic, paperware, food or flammable mate­rial inthis drawer. Remove drawer toclean under range.
To remove: Empty drawer then pull drawer out to the first stop position. Lift up front of drawer and pull to the second stop position. Grasp sides and lift up and out to remove drawer.
To replace: Fit the ends of the drawer glides onto the rails. Lift up drawer front and gently push in to first stop position. Lift up drawer again and continue to slide drawer to the closed position.
Replace with a 40 watt appliance bulb. Replace bulb cover and reconnect power to range. Reset clock.
Oven Door
Do not place excessive weight on an open oven door or stand on anopen oven door as, in some cases, it could causetherange to tip over, breakthe door or causeseri­ous injury to the user.
When opening the oven door, allowsteam and hot air to escape before reaching inoven to check, add orremove food.
Leveling Legs
Some floors are not level. For proper baking, your range must be level. Level­inglegsare locatedoneach corner of the base of the range. Level by turning the legs.
To prevent range from accidently tipping, range should be secured to the floor by sliding a rear leveling leginto the anti-tip bracket supplied with the range.
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SELF-CLEAN OVEN
The self-clean oven uses temperatures above normal cookingtemperatures toautomatically cleanthe ovenin­terior.
Basic Instructions
1. Close oven door.
It is normal for the cooktop of the range to become hot during a clean cycle. Therefore, during a clean cycle, avoid touching thecooktop or oven vent area located at thebase ofthe backguardon smoothtopcooktopsandat the right rear element for coil cooktops. Avoid contact with the oven door and window as these areas also be­come warm during a self-clean cycle.
It is better to clean the oven regularly rather than to wait until there is a heavy build-up of soil in the oven.
NOTE: On Canadian models only, the smoothtop sur­face units willNOT operate during a clean cycle. This is normal.
Before Self-Cleaning
Remove all pans and the oven racks from the oven. The racks
will discolor and may not slide easily after a clean cycle.
Turnoff oven lightbeforeclean cycle. The life of the bulb may be shortened if left on during the clean cycle.
Clean oven frame, door frame and aroundthe ovenventwith anon-abra­sive cleaning agent such as Bon Ami or soap and water. These areas are not exposed to cleaning tempera­tures and should be cleaned to pre­vent soil from baking on during the clean cycle.
Wipe up excess grease or spillovers from the oven bottom to prevent ex­cessive smoking and flare-ups during the clean cycle.
Wipe up acid spillovers such as lem­on juice, tomato sauce or milk-based sauces and sugary spillovers. Porce­lain enamel is acid resistant, not acid proof. The porcelain finish may dis­colorif acid spillsare not wiped upim­mediately.
Do not use oven cleanersor ovenlin­er protective coatings of any kind on the self-clean oven finish or around any part of the oven.
To prevent damage, do not clean or rub the gasket aroundthe oven door. Thegasket isdesigned to sealin heat during the clean cycle.
During Self-Cleaning
When the CLEAN padis pressed and the door is locked, the oven will auto­matically begin to heat to cleaning temperatures.
As the oven reaches cleaning tem­peratures, the LOCK indicator will turn on to show that an internal lock mechanism has engaged. At this point,theovendoor cannot belocked and opened.
To prevent damage to the door and lock lever, do not forcethe door open when the LOCK indicator is dis­played.
Thefirstfewtimestheovenis cleaned, some smoke and odor may be detected. This is normal and will reduce or disappear with use. If the oven is heavily soiled, orif the broiler pan is left in the oven, smoke and odor may occur.
Asthe ovenheats andcools, youmay hearsounds ofmetal parts expanding and contracting. This is normal and will not damage your appliance.
2. Move the door lock lever to the right or locked position.
3. Press CLEAN pad.
4. Turn SET knob to select cleaning time.
S Light soil - 2 hours S Average soil - 3 hours S Heavy soil - 4 hours
After Self-Cleaning
About one hour after the end of the clean cycle, the internal lock will dis­engage and the LOCK indicator will turn off. At this point, thedoor canbe unlocked and opened. Move the door lock lever to the left or unlocked posi­tion and open the door.
Some soil may leave a light gray, powdery ash which can be removed witha damp cloth.If soilremains,it in­dicates that the clean cycle was not longenough. The soilwill beremoved during the next clean cycle.
Iftheovenracksdonotslidesmoothly after a clean cycle, wipe racks and embossed rack supports with a small amount of vegetable oil to restore ease of movement.
On smoothtop cooktops: Clean around the vent opening at the base of the backguard if there is a deposit from the fumes vented during the clean cycle. Use soap and water and a cloth or non-abrasive pad.
Fine, hair-like lines may appearin the oven interior or oven door. This is a normal condition resulting from heat­ingand cooling ofthe porcelain finish. These lines do not affect the perfor­mance of the oven.
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To set oven for a self-clean cycle:
1. Remove oven racks and close the oven door.
To delay the start of a clean cycle:
1. Remove oven racks and close the oven door.
2. Move the door lock lever to the right or locked posi­tion.
3. Press the CLEAN pad.
S 3 HR:00will appearin thedisplay, andSETCLEAN
TIME will flash in the display. After a few seconds delay, the oven will automatically turn on. CLEAN and ON will appear in the display.
S If you wish to change the cleaning time, press the
CLEAN pad and turn the SET knob to select 2 hours for light soil or 4 hours for heavy soil.
S “door” will appear in the display and continous
beeps will sound if the oven door is not locked.
S If thedoor is notlocked or the clean time is not en-
tered within 30 seconds of pressing the CLEAN pad, the program will automatically be cancelled.
4. Press CLOCK pad and the current time of day will reappearin the display.CLEANand ONwillremainin the display to show that the oven is in a clean cycle.
About one hour after the clean cycle ends, the LOCK in­dicator will turn off and the oven door can be opened.
The oven doorand door lock lever will bedamaged if the oven door is forced to openwhen the LOCK indicator is still displayed.
2. Move the door lock lever to the right or locked posi­tion.
3. Press CLEAN pad.
4. Turn SET knob to select cleaning time.
5. Press STOP TIME padandturnSET knobto thetime ofday youwishthe ovento turnoff. Thestop timeand CLEAN DELAY STOP TIME will appear in the dis­play.
6. Press CLOCK pad and the current time of day will reappearin the display.CLEANDELAY willappear in the display to show that the oven is set for a delayed clean operation.
7. At the end of a clean cycle, continuous beeps will sound. Press STOP/CLEAR to cancel the beeps.
To cancel clean cycle:
1. Push STOP/CLEAR pad.
2. If the LOCK indicator is displayed, allow oven to cool up to one hour. Once LOCK indicator turns off, the door can be unlocked and opened.
If the LOCK indicator is not displayed the oven door can be unlocked and opened.
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CARE AND CLEANING CHART
Many different cleaning agents are recommended for the various parts of the range. The following brands may help you to make an appropriate selection: Mild abrasive cleaners (Bon Ami, Cameo, Soft Scrub, Comet or Ajax); mild liquid sprays (Fantastik, Formula 409); glass cleaners (Windex, Glass Plus, Cinch); non-abrasive scouring pad (Tuffy).If acleaningproductisrecommendedfor useonplastic,glass orporcelain, itcanbeusedonthesameappliance finish.
PARTS
Broiler pan & in­sert
Baked enamel:
Side panels Backguard Oven door Storage drawer
Glass:
Oven window See pages 6 and 7 for smoothtop instructions
Metal finishes and trim
CLEANING AGENTS DIRECTIONS
Soap & water. Plastic scouring pad. Soap filled scouring pad. Dishwasher.
Soap & water. Paste of baking soda & water. Glass cleaner.
Soap & water. Paste of baking soda & wa­ter. Glass cleaner.
Soap & water. Paste of baking soda & water.
Removefrom ovenafter use. Coolthen pour off grease. Placesoapy clothover insertand pan;let soakto loosensoil. Washin warmsoapy water. Use soap filled scouring pad to remove stubborn soil. Broiler pan and insert can be cleaned in the dishwasher.
Use adry paper towel or cloth to wipe upspills, especially acid spills, as soon as they occur. (This is especially important for white sur­faces.) When surface is cool, washwith soap and water. Do notuse abrasive or harsh cleaning liquids and powders or oven cleaners. Thesewill scratchandpermanentlydamage thefinish. Drywitha soft cloth. On smoothtop cooktops, clean vent opening area after each oven use.
Wash with soap and water. Remove stubborn soil with paste of bak­ing soda and water. Do not use abrasive materials such as scouring pads, steel wool or powdered cleaning agents. They will damage glass.Rinse withclearwateranddry.Topreventstainingof ovenwin­dow,never useexcessive amountsof waterwhichmayseepunderor behind glass.
Wash with soap and water. Remove stubborn soil with paste of bak­ing soda and water. Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive or caustic agents. They will damage the finish.
Be sure all parts are cool before cleaning. Be sure all parts are properly replaced after cleaning.
Oven and Coil Elements
Oven racks Soap & water. Cleans-
ing powders. Soap filled scouring pad.
Plastic finishes:
Door handle, trim, knobs, end caps, control panel
Porcelain enamel:
Cooktop trim Cooktop, coil models. See pages 16 and 17 for self-clean oven.
Soap & water. Paste of baking soda & water. Non abrasive plastic pad or sponge.
Mild liquid cleaners, detergent or soap & water. Cleansing pow­ders and non abrasive nylon or plastic pads.
Elements are self-cleaning. Soil will burn off as elements are used. Donot sprayoven cleaneron elements,electrical hookupor connec­tion. Do not immerse coil-type surface elements in water.
Cleanwithsoapywater. Removestubborn soilwithcleansingpowder or soap filled scouring pad. Rinse and dry. Racks will permanently discolor if left in the oven during a self-clean operation.
Do not use oven cleaner, powder or liquid cleansers, abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on plastic finishes. These cleaning agents will scratch or marr finish. To prevent staining or discoloration, wipe up fat, grease or acid(tomato, lemon, vinegar, milk, fruit juice, mari­nade) immediately with a dry paper towel or cloth. When surface is cool, clean with soap and water; rinse, and dry.
Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal. It may crack or chip with misuse. Porcelain enamel is acid resistant, not acid proof. All spil­lovers, especially acid or sugar spillovers, should be wiped up im­mediately with a dry cloth. Surface may discolor or dull if soil, espe­cially acid soil, is not removed. Never wipe off a warm or hot surface with adampcloth. This may causecracking andchipping. Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on exterior finish of range or in the self-clean oven.
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
Check these points if . . .
Part or all of your electric range does not operate
S Is the range pluglooseor disconnectedfrom theelec-
trical outlet?
S Are anyhousefusesblownorcircuitbreakerstripped? S Has the power supply to the home been interrupted? S Are the oven controls properly set? S Was the electronic control correctly set? S Was thedoorleftinthelockedpositionfollowingaself-
clean cycle?
S Is the oven set for automatic oven cooking? S ON CANADIAN MODELS ONLY: Check to see if a
fuse has blown (See page 20).
Surface elements fail to turn on or heat the food properly.
S Is the range plug loose or disconnect from the electri-
cal outlet?
S If the range has coil elements, are they properly
plugged into the receptacles?
S Were appropriate utensils used? (See Cookware or
Cooking Tips Sections)
S Are the surface element controls properly set? S Is voltage to the house reduced? S CANADIAN MODELS ONLY: The smoothtop cook-
top willnot operate duringa self-clean operation. This is normal.
Baking results differ from previous oven
S Oven thermostat calibration may differ between old
and new oven. The newer oven thermostat may be more accurate than the one on you previous oven. Followa reliable recipe andreview baking information onpages12 to13.Ifyoustillfeel theoventemperature is incorrect see page 20 for information on adjusting the oven thermostat.
Food does not broil correctly
S Was the control set properly for broiling? (See page
14).
S Was the proper rack position used? (See page 14). S Did you allow time for the broil element to preheat? S Did you use the broiler pan that came with the range? S Was aluminum foil used on the broiler insert, blocking
the slits for fat drainage?
Oven light does not operate
S Is the bulb loose or burned out? S Is the light switch in the On position?
Oven will not self-clean
S Is the self-clean control set properly? (See pages
16-17).
S Is the oven set for a delayed clean operation? S Is the oven door properly locked? S Was the oven heavily soiled?
Food not baking or cooking correctly
S Are the oven racks properly placed for baking? S Have you used aluminum foil correctly? S Was the oven preheated as recommended? S Are the controls properly set? S Is there 1 to 2 inches of space between pans andthe
oven walls? Are the range and oven racks level?
S Was good cookware/bakeware of the proper size
used?
S Was the oven vent covered or blocked on the range
surface?
S Are you using a tested recipe from a reliable source?
Oven door will not unlock
S Has the self-clean cycle been completed for at least
one hour?
S Was the door correctly unlocked?
“F” plus a number appears in the display
S This is a fault code. If a fault code appears in the dis-
play anda continuous beep sounds, press the STOP/ CLEAR pad. See page 20 for additional information.
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SERVICE INFORMATION
Explanation Of Fault Codes
Your appliance is equipped with an electronic control featuring built-in, self-diagnostic software. This software continuously monitors the control to insure safe and proper operation. If the software should detect a ques­tionablesituation, aFAULTCODE(F plus anumber)will appear in the display and continuous beeps may sound.
A fault code indicates that there may be a functional er­ror. As a safety precaution, thecontrol will automatically cancel the program.
During Normal Oven Cooking
If a fault code appears in the display and continuous beeps sound, press the STOP/CLEAR pad. Then, reprogram the cooking operation.
If the fault code reappears in the display, call anautho­rized servicer. Do not use the oven until the control has been serviced. The cooktop can be used.
Adjusting Oven Temperature
Your new appliance has been factory tested for oven temperature accuracy. Even though your range has been tested, you may find that the cooking results with your new oven are different from your previous oven.
If you have carefully followed the recipe, reviewed the bakingtips onpage12and stillfeelcookingresults donot meetyour expectations, youcanadjust theoven temper­ature. DO NOT ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE if only one or two items are not baking properly.
If you think the oven should be hotter orcooler, you can adjust it yourself. To decide how much to change the thermostat,set theoventemperature 25°Fhigher orlow­er than the temperature in your recipe, then bake. The results of the “test” should give you anidea of how much to adjust the thermostat.
To adjust the thermostat:
1. Press OVEN TEMP pad.
2. Turn SET knob until 550° is displayed.
3. Press and hold the OVEN TEMP pad for several se­conds until 00° appears in the display.
S If 00° does not appear in the display, press the
STOP/CLEAR pad and begin again.
During A Self-Clean Cycle
If theoven isheavilysoiled, excessivesmoke andflaring mayresult inafault code.If this occurs,presstheSTOP/ CLEARpad andallow the ovento coolforan hour.Then, reprogram the oven for the clean cycle.
If the fault code reappears in the display, call anautho­rized servicer. Do not use the oven until the control has been serviced. The cooktop can be used.
Fuses (Canadian Ranges Only)
Your range is equipped with seven (7) type “P” fuses. The fuses are located on the back wall of the range. Re­move the storage drawer for access to the fuses.
LOCATION OF
7 FUSES
S If the oven temperature was previously adjusted,
the change will be displayed. For example, if the temperature was reduced by 15°,-15° will be dis- played.
4. Turn the SET knob to select the temperature change desired.
S The oven temperature can be increased up to 35°
or reduced by as much as 35° (-35°)in5° incre- ments.
S NOTE: If you delay in selecting a temperature, the
program will automatically cancel and 00° will dis­appear. Begin again if the program cancels.
5. Press the STOP/CLEAR pad and the time of day will reappear inthe display. The ovenwill now bake at the adjusted temperature.
It is not necessary to readjust the oven temperature if there is a power interruption. This adjustment willnot affect broil or clean temperatures.
If part of your range does not operate, check to see if a fuse hasblown. Agap inthe fusestrip oradarkenedwin­dow indicates a blown fuse. Replace with the same type and amperage type “P” fuse.
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SERVICE INFORMATION
Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself un­less directed to do so in this book. Contact the dealer who sold you the appliance for service.
How To Obtain Service
If your appliance should require service or replacement parts, contact your Dealer or Authorized Servicer. Use only genuine factory parts if replacement parts arenec­essary. Consult the Yellow Pages in your telephone di­rectory underappliance fortheauthorized service center nearest you.Be sure toinclude your name,address,and phone number, alongwiththe model and serialnumbers of the appliance. (See inside front cover for location of your model and serial numbers.)
If you are not satisfied with the local response to your service requirements, call or write Maytag Customer Service, 240 Edwards Street, S.E., Cleveland, TN 37311, (615) 472-3500. Include or have available the
complete modeland serialnumbers ofthe appliance,the name and address of the dealer from whom you pur­chased the appliance, the date of purchase and details concerning your problem.
If you do not receive satisfactory service, you may con­tact the Major ApplianceConsumer Action Panel by let­ter including your name, address, and telephone num­ber, aswell asthe modeland serial numbersof theappli­ance.
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
MACAP (Major Appliance Consumer ActionPanel) isan independent agency sponsored by three trade associa­tions as a court of appeals on consumer complaints which have not been resolved satisfactorily within a rea­sonable period of time.
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COOKING APPLIANCE
ONE YEAR - FULL WARRANTY
Maytag Customer Service will repair or replace, without charge, any part of your appliance whichhas adefect inmaterial or workmanship during the first year after the date of theoriginal installation. This warranty extends to any owner during the one year warranty period when the appliance is located in the United States or Canada.
ADDITIONAL FOUR YEAR - LIMITED WARRANTY
For an additional four year period beyond the first year of the FULL warranty coverage:
- Maytag Customer Servicewill replace, atno charge, anysmoothtop heatingelement, soliddisc heating ele­ment, or gas sealed surface burner which fails to heat as a result of defective workmanship or materials.
- Maytag Customer Servicewill replace,at nocharge, anysmoothtop cookingsurface whichcracksor breaks during the normal household cooking.
These parts must be installed by anauthorized servicer. Any labor charge required for replacement isNOT covered by this limited warranty. This warranty extends to any owner during the additional four year warranty period when the ap­pliance is located in the United States or Canada.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THESE TWO WARRANTIES:
1. Conditions and damages resulting from any of the fol­lowing:
a. Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance. b. Any repair, modification, alteration or adjustment not
authorized by Maytag Customer Service, or an au-
thorized servicer. c. Misuse, abuse, accidents or unreasonable use. d. Incorrect electrical current, voltage or supply. e. Improper setting of any control.
2. Warranties are void if the original serial numbers have beenremoved, altered,or cannotbe readilydetermined.
3. Light bulbs.
4. Products purchased for commercial or industrial use.
5. The cost of service or service call to: a. Correct installation errors. b. Instruct theconsumer on the proper useof the prod-
uct.
c. Transport the appliance to a servicer.
6. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUSTAINED BY ANY PERSON AS A RESULT OF ANY BREACH OF THESE WARRANTIES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of conse­quential or incidental damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
HOW TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE
1. Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance or any authorized servicer to receive warranty service under these warranties.
2. Should you not receive satisfactory warranty service from your local servicer, contact:
Maytag Customer Service
240 Edwards Street, S.E.
Cleveland, TN 37311
(615) 472-3500
3. Have the following information available when requesting warranty service:
- Your name and address.
- The model and serial numbers of your appliance.
- The name and address of your dealer or servicer.
- The purchase date of your appliance.
- A clear description of the problem.
The two warranties described above are the only written or expressed warranties given by Maytag Customer Service. No one is authorized to increase, alter,orenlarge MaytagCustomer Service’s responsibilities orobligations underthese twowarranties. Thesetwo warranties give youspecific legalrights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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