Tappan 318200409 User Manual
ELECTRIC RANGES
CONTENTS
Page 2 Warranty
318200300 General Information
318130500 Avoid Service Checklist
READ AND SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS OWNER'S GUIDE
318200409 Rev A (0002)
WARRANTY
ELECTRIC RANGES
WARRANTOR: For service under this warranty, contact your local
dealer/retailer, authorized FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND
Frigidaire Canada SERVICE depot, or:
866 Langs Drive FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND SERVICE
Cambridge, Ontario 866 Langs Drive
N3H 2N7 Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7
Tel.: (519) 653-0095
This range is a branded product of Fax: (519) 653-5761
Frigidaire Canada.
WARRANTY PERIOD: WARRANTOR WILL THROUGH
ITS AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEPOT:
For the first year after purchase Pay all costs to repair or replace any defective parts.
by the original owner.
For the second and third year after Pay all costs (excluding service and labour charge)
purchase by the original owner. to repair or replace defective heating elements.
For the second, third, fourth and fifth year Pay all costs (excluding service and labour charge)
after purchase by the original owner. to replace the ceramic glass due to thermal breakage.
WARRANTY APPLIES TO:
a) Products purchased and installed in Canada for personal single family household use.
b) Defects resulting or arising out of the manufacturing process.
c) Products bearing legible manufacturer's model and serial numbers.
d) Replacement parts only, for the remainder of the original warranty.
WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:
a) Transportation damage.
b) Supply and replacement of porcelain, glass and light bulbs.
c) Parts and service supplied or obtained from other than FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND SERVICE or FRIGIDAIRE PARTS
AND SERVICE authorised depots.
d) Damage or failure as the result of abuse, improper or commercial use.
CONSUMER/OWNER RESPONSIBILITY:
a) To provide proof of the original date of purchase by means of a bill of sale verifying purchase date.
b) To pay all costs to make the appliance readily accessible for service.
c) To ensure proper power supply and connection of the appliance to same.
d) Proper installation, control setting and care of finish.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranties contained in any applicable legislation. The terms and
conditions of this warranty are not intended to exclude or limit your rights under those statutes. The warrantor
however, reserves the right to charge transportation and travelling costs for distances in excess of 48 kilometers
(30 miles) from the nearest FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND SERVICE authorized service depot.
This warranty plus the statutory warranties mentioned are the only warranties given to the consumer/owner for
this product.
© 1998 White Consolidated Industries
All rights reserved
General 2 information
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
OVEN LIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
SURFACE LIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
CIRCUIT PROTECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
SELECTING SURFACE COOKING UTENSILS . . . . . . . . .6
SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
CONVECTION ROASTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
AIR CIRCULATION IN THE OVEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
CONVECTION COOKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
General
Information
INDICATOR LIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
OVEN BAKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
BROILING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
OVEN SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
CERAMIC GLASS COOKTOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Types of heating units used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hot surface indicator light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special caution for aluminum foil
and aluminum cooking utensils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Things to remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use and care of glass surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CLEANING THE APPLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-16
TO REMOVE AND
REPLACE THE OVEN DOOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
REMOVABLE OUTER DOOR
GLASS PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
TO REMOVE/REPLACE
STORAGE DRAWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
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PLEASE DO THIS NOW!
The self-addressed PRODUCT
REGISTRATION CARD should be
filled in completely, signed, and
returned. This information will
register your product and help us
to serve you quickly in the future
if the occasion should demand.
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PRINTED IN CANADA
Record the model and serial numbers of this appliance in the space
provided below. These numbers are shown on the serial plate located
at the right of the range frame and are visible when the drawer is open.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
Date Purchased:
Record these numbers for future reference.
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General 1 Information
IMPORTANT
Keep a copy of your bill of sale.
The date on the bill establishes the war-
ranty period should service be required.
Place it where it can be easily retrieved. If
service is performed while the appliance is
under warranty , you may have to show your
bill of sale.
318200300 (9911) Rev. E
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 these symbols.
This symbol will help you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage.
This symbol will help you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.
Save these instructions for future reference.
• 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 CSA C22.1 PART 1 — latest edition 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 panels, wire covers or any other part of the product.
Stepping, leaning or sitting on the door or
drawer 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.
Do not use the oven for storage.
• Storage in or on Appliance — Flammable materials should
not be stored in an oven, near surface units or in the storage
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.
Do not store items of interest to children in
the 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 UNITS, AREAS NEAR THESE
UNITS, OVEN HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES
OF THE OVEN. Both surface units and oven heating elements
may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface
units may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after
use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials
touch these areas until they have had sufficient time to cool.
Among these areas are the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop,
the oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings, oven
door and window.
• Wear Proper Apparel — Loose-fitting or hanging garments
should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let
clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces.
Never use your appliance for warming or
heating 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
foam-type extinguisher.
• When heating fat or grease, watch it closely . Fat or grease may
catch fire if allowed to become too hot.
• Use Only Dry Potholders — Moist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let the
potholders touch hot heating surface units or interior oven
elements. 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.
Electronic controllers can be damaged by cold
temperatures. When you use your range for the first time, or
if it has not been used for a long period of time, make sure that
it has been exposed to a temperature above 0°C/32°F for at
least 3 hours before connecting it to the power supply.
IMPORT ANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
General 2 Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
YOUR COOKTOP
• Know which knob controls each surface heating unit.
• Use Proper Pan Size — This appliance is equipped with one or
more surface units of different sizes. Select utensils having flat
bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit. The use of
undersized utensils will expose a portion of the surface heating
unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper
relationship of utensil to the surface unit will also improve
efficiency.
• Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Should 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.
• Never Leave Surface Units Unattended — 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 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 result in a
risk of electric shock or fire or a short circuit.
location while oven is cool. Remove all utensils from the rack
before removing rack. If rack must be moved while oven is hot, use
extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack with both
hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot oven
element or interior of the oven.
• Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan
and grid allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the
high heat of the broiler.
• Do not cover the broiler grid with aluminum foil. Exposed fat
and grease could ignite.
• Do not touch a hot light bulb 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.
IMPORT ANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CLEANING YOUR RANGE
• Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease
that could catch fire. 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.
• 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.
FOR GLASS COOKTOPS ONL Y
• 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 harmful fumes if applied to a
hot surface.
IMPORT ANT 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
between the cooktop and 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
• Cleaners/Aerosols — Always follow the manufacturer’s recom-
mended directions for use. Be aware that excess residue from
cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and/or injury.
SELF-CLEANING OVENS:
• Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts of the oven
listed in this owner’s guide. Before self-cleaning the oven,
remove the broiler pan and any utensils stored in the oven.
• Do not clean the oven door gasket. Care should be taken not to
rub, damage or move the gasket.
• Do not use oven cleaners. No oven cleaner or oven liner
protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any
part of the oven.
• Remove oven racks. Oven racks colour will change if left in the
oven during a self-cleaning cycle.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
General 3 Information
Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.
IMPORTANT: SAVE FOR THE LOCAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR’S USE. READ AND
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Clearances and Dimensions
a. Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surface (1.3cm (1/2”) to the cabinet side walls and th e rear
wall).
b. Location—Check location where the range will be installed. Check for proper electrical supply and the stability of floor.
c. Dimensions that are shown must be used. Given dimensions provide minimum clearance. Contact surface must be solid and level.
FRONT
VIEW
91.4 cm
(36”)
Minimum to
wall on either
side of range.
1.3 cm
(1/2”)
76.2 cm (30”)
Minimum
SIDE
RANGE
VIEW
30”
C
*
Minimum to
cabinets on
45.7 cm
either side of
(18”)
range.
B
Maximum depth for
cabinets above
range top.
33 cm
(13”)
122 cm (48”)
Maximum
114.3 cm (45”)
Door Open
A
76.2 cm
30”
DIMENSIONS
BC
78.7 cm
31”
A
66 cm (26”)
91.4 ± 0.3 cm
76.2 cm
30”
(36 ± 1/8”)
* 76.2cm (30”) MINIMUM CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE TOP OF THE COOKING SURFACE AND THE BOTTOM OF AN UNPROTECTED WOOD OR
METAL CABINET; OR 61cm (24”) MINIMUM WHEN BOTTOM OF WOOD OR METAL CABINET IS PROTECTED BY NOT LESS THAN .64cm ( 1/
4”) FLAME RETARDANT MILLBOARD COVERED WITH NOT LESS THAN 0.038cm ( 0.015”) STAINLESS STEEL, 0.061cm ( 0.024”) ALUMINUM
OR 0.051cm ( 0.020”) COPPER. 1.3cm (1/2”) CLEARANCE IS THE MINIMUM FOR THE REAR AND SIDES OF THE RANGE. FOLLOW ALL
DIMENSION REQUIREMENTS PROVIDED ABOVE TO PREVENT PROPERTY DAMAGE, POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD, AND INCORRECT
COUNTERTOP AND CABINET CUTS.
TO ELIMINA TE THE RISK OF BURNS OR FIRE BY REACHING OVER HEATED SURFACE UNITS, CABINET STORAGE SPACE
LOCA TED ABOVE THE SURFACE UNITS SHOULD BE A VOIDED. IF CABINET STORAGE IS TO BE PROVIDED, THE RISK CAN BE
REDUCED BY INST ALLING A RANGE HOOD THA T PROJECTS HORIZONTALLY A MINIMUM OF 12.7cm ( 5”) BEYOND THE
BOTTOM OF THE CABINETS.
Electrical Hook-Up
This appliance must be connected to a grounded 120/240 volt or 120/208 volt Range outlet. If no outlet
is available, have one installed by a qualified electrician.
Location
Set your new range 1.3 cm (1/2”) away from the rear wall and line it up with the kitchen counters. Make
sure there is at least 1.3 cm (1/2”) of clearance between each side of the range and the kitchen counters.
Allow 7.6 cm (3”) min. clearance between your range and the refrigerator, if they are side by side.
Leveling
For good baking results, your range should be level. Screw type leveling legs are provided at each corner
of the range at the base. Remove the storage drawer to adjust the leveling legs. (Refer to Storage Drawer
section).
General 4 Information
Installation Instructions (continued)
To level the range:
1. Use a 1-1/4” open end key or an adjustable wrench to equally unscrew the four leveling legs two to
three turns each.
2. Install an oven rack in the center of the oven.
3. Move the range to its final position, then put a spirit level on the rack to check for levelness. Take two
readings, one with the level placed diagonally first in one direction, and then the other.
4. Use the 1-1/4” key or wrench to adjust the leveling legs. Turn each one until the range stands firm
without wobbling.
5. Some models are supported by smooth glide rollers to facilitate moving.
If floor is flat and level, open the drawer and lower the front roller locking levers (some models) to
UNLOCK
LOCK
LOCKING THE FRONT ROLLERS
(some of the 30” models only)
prevent the range from moving.
If floor is not flat or level or if this model has rollers without locking levers, use the 4 leveling legs to
level, support and prevent the range from moving.
Oven Light
Surface Light
(some models)
Do not turn the oven light on during the self-cleaning cycle.
High temperature will reduce lamp life.
On some models an interior oven light will turn on automatically when the oven door is opened.
The oven light may be turned on when the door is closed by using the oven light switch located on or
underneath the control panel.
On a self clean oven the lamp is covered with a glass shield held in place by a wire holder.
THIS GLASS SHIELD MUST BE IN PLACE WHENEVER THE OVEN IS IN USE.
To replace the light bulb:
CAUTION: BE SURE OVEN IS COOL.
1. Turn the power off at the main source.
2. Wear a leather-faced glove for protection against possible broken glass.
3. Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb only.
4. For self-cleaning oven, press wire holder to one side to release glass shield, change bulb and be sure
to replace glass shield.
BE SURE ALL SURFACE ELEMENT CONTROL KNOBS ARE TURNED TO OFF “ ”
AND ELEMENTS ARE COOL.
Use switch located on or underneath the control panel to turn the surface light ON/OFF.
Replace the surface light, if after repeated attempts to turn it on you are not successful.
SURFACE LIGHT REPLACEMENT (some models)
To remove and replace the fluorescent light:
1. Place your fingers under the tube at approx. 20.3 cm (8”) from each end.
2. To remove, turn the tube 90° then pull it down and out of its sockets.
3. To replace the tube, engage the new tube into the sockets, then rotate and snap the tube in place.
Turn on the surface light to make sure it will lit.
General 5 Information
Circuit Protection
As a protection against surcharge, a 15 amp, 120 volt fuse is provided for each of the electric outlet(s) (2 max.) located on top of the control
panel. To access the fuse(s) raise the control panel cover. Models with no electric outlet have no fuse.
Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils
For best results and energy conservation, choose cooking utensils that have these characteristics:
Pans should have flat bottoms that make good
contact with the entire surface element.
Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the
bottom. There should be no gaps between the
pan and ruler.
Note: Always use a utensil for its intended
purpose. Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Some utensils were not made to be used in the
oven or on the cooktop.
Setting Surface Controls
*GOOD
Flat bottom and straight sides.
•
Tight fitting lids.
•
Weight of handle does not tilt pan.
•
Pan is well balanced.
Pan sizes match the amount of food to be
•
prepared and the size of the surface element.
Made of material that conducts heat well.
•
Easy to clean.
•
* Specialty pans such as lobster pots, griddles
and pressure cookers may be used but must
conform to the above recommended cookware
requirements.
NOTE: Control knob shown is typical only.
POOR
Curved and warped pan bottoms.
•
Pan overhangs unit by more than 2.5 cm (1”).
•
Heavy handle tilts pan.
•
Pan is smaller than element.
•
1. Place the pan on the surface element.
2. Push in and tur n the surface element control knob to desired setting.
3. The surface signal light will glow when one or more elements are turned on. Always turn the element
off before removing the pan.
The suggested settings found in the chart below are based on cooking in medium-weight aluminum pans
with lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.
Note: The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being cooked will
influence the setting needed for best cooking results.
Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the
cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wood spoons could catch fire if
placed too close to the element.
AUTOMATIC LOCK OFF
OF THE SURFACE ELEMENTS
(30” models with a self-cleaning oven
only)
During the self-clean cycle, the surface elements, when used, are subjected to high
heat. To ensure maximum element life, a
safeguard locks off the use of the surface
elements during the self-clean cycle. Once
the oven cleaning cycle is complete and the
oven door can be opened, the surface
elements can be utilized.
Setting
MAX
MEDIUM
MEDIUM LOW
MIN
Type of Cooking
Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling.
Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies, steam
vegetables.
Keep foods cooking, poach, stew.
Keep warm, melt, simmer.
General 6 Information
Convection Roasting (some models)
ROASTING
RACK
GRID
BROILER PAN
When convection roasting, use the broiler pan and grid, and the roasting rack. The
broiler pan will catch grease spills and the grid will help prevent grease spatters. The
roasting rack will hold the meat.
1. Place oven rack on bottom or next-bottom rack position.
2. Place the grid in the broiler pan. The roasting rack fits on the grid allowing the
heated air to circulate under the food for even cooking and helps to increase
browning on the underside. Make sure the roasting rack is securely seated on the
grid in the broiler pan. DO NOT use the broiler pan without the grid or cover the
grid with aluminum foil.
Air Circulation in the Oven
For good air circulation in the oven and best baking results, center pans as much as possible. Allow 5.1 to 10.2 cm (2” to 4”) around the
utensil(s) for proper air circulation and be sure pans do not touch each other, the door, sides or back of oven. The hot air must circulate around
the pans for even heat to reach all parts of the oven.
If using multiple pans, stagger as shown. If using one pan, place in center of oven.
Convection Cooking
(some models)
The convection oven uses a fan located in the rear wall of the oven to circulate heated air around the food to be cooked. The controlled air
flow pattern quickly seals the food surface retaining the natural juices and flavour. This method of cooking enables you to obtain the best
culinary results when baking, thawing, dehydrating and roasting foods.
Convection notes:
1. Most recipes can be made with temperatures set at 13°C (25°F) lower than temperatures required for normal radiant cooking me thods.
Refer to the electronic oven control operating instructions included in section “Electronic Oven Control Guide” of this Use & C are Guide.
This can result in considerable reduction of food shrinkage and more tender meats.
2. Batch cooking is more convenient with better results.
3. Defrosting is quicker in convection mode when compared to regular radiant cooking.
4. Remember to use tested recipes with times adjusted for convection baking/roasting when using the convection mode. Times may be
reduced by as much as 30% when using the convection feature.
NOTE: The convection fan automatically turns off when the oven door is opened while
oven is in a convection mode and resumes when the door is closed again.
General 7 Information
Indicator Light
Some models have an indicator light for each heating unit, other models have an indicator light for each pair of heating units.
The indicator light glows as soon as a heating unit is turned on. Check if the indicator light glows when the control knob of the individual
heating unit is turned on. If the knob is set to a very low temperature setting, the indicator may glow and yet, the heating unit may not be
heating at all. If this happens, turn the knob to a higher setting until the heating unit comes on.
When cooking is finished, a quick glance at the indicator lights is an easy check to be sure all the control knobs have been turned to OFF
“ ”.
Oven Baking
For best cooking results, heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies or pastries, etc... There is no need to pre heat the oven for
roasting meat or baking casseroles.
The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance.
Baking Problems and Solutions Chart
Baking
Problems
Cookies and biscuits
burn on the bottom.
Causes
• Cookies and biscuits put into the
oven before the preheating time is
completed.
• Oven rack overcrowded.
• Dark pan absorbs heat too fast.
Corrections
• Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before
placing food in oven.
• Choose pan sizes that will permit 5.1 cm to 10.2 cm (2” to 4”)
of air space on all sides when placed in the oven.
• Use a medium-weight aluminum baking sheet.
Cakes too dark on
top or bottom.
Cakes not done in
the center.
Cakes not level.
Foods not done
when cooking time
is up.
• Cakes put into the oven before
preheating time is completed.
• Rack position too high or low.
• Oven too hot.
• Oven too hot.
• Incorrect pan size.
• Pan not centered in oven.
• Range not level.
• Pan too close to oven wall or rack
overcrowded.
• Pan warped.
• Oven too cool.
• Oven overcrowded.
• Oven door opened too frequently.
• Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before
placing food in the oven.
• Use proper rack position for baking needs.
• Set oven temperature 25°F/12°C lower than recommended.
• Set oven temperature 25°F/12°C lower than recommended.
• Use pan size suggested in recipe.
• Use proper rack position and place pan so there is 5.1 cm to
10.2 cm (2” to 4”) of space on all sides of pan.
• Place a marked glass measuring cup filled with water on the
center of the oven rack. If the water level is uneven, refer to
the installation instructions for leveling the range.
• Be sure to allow 5.1 cm to 10.2 cm (2” to 4”) of clearance on
all sides of each pan in the oven.
• Do not use pans that are dented or warped.
• Set oven temperature 25°F/12°C higher than suggested and
bake for the recommended time.
• Be sure to remove all pans from the oven except the ones to
be used for baking.
• Open oven door only after shortest recommended baking
time.
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Broiling
Broiling is a method of cooking tender cuts of meat by direct heat under the broil element of the oven.
Preheating
Preheating is suggested when searing rare steaks. (Remove the broiler pan before preheating. Foods will
stick if placed on hot metal.) To preheat, set the oven control(s) to BROIL as instructed in the Owner’s
Guide. Wait for the element to become red-hot, usually about 2 minutes. Preheating is not necessary
when broiling meats well-done.
To Broil
Broil on one side until the food is browned; turn and cook on the second side. Season and serve. Always
Open door to the “Broil Stop”
position when broiling.
pull rack out to the “stop” position before turning or removing food.
Determining Broiling Times
Broiling times vary, so watch the food closely. Time not only depends on the distance from the element,
but on the thickness and aging of meat, fat content and doneness preferred. The first side usually requires
a few minutes longer than the second. Frozen meats also require additional time.
Broiling Tips
The broiler pan and its grid allow dripping
grease to drain and be kept away from the
high heat of the broiler.
Always pull oven rack out to the “stop” position before
turning or removing food.
Broiler
Pan Supports
BROILER PAN STORAGE
Oven Settings
DO NOT use the pan without its grid. DO NOT cover the grid with foil.
The exposed grease could ignite.
Should an oven fire occur, close the oven door and turn off the oven. 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.
Storing Broiler Pan & Grids
Set broiler pan and grid on the supports and slide back.
Broiler Clean-Up Tips:
• To make cleaning easier, line the bottom of the broiler pan with aluminum foil. DO NOT cover the
broiler grid with foil.
• To prevent grease from baking on, remove the broiler pan from the oven as soon as cooking is
completed. Use hot pads because the broiler pan is extremely hot. Pour off grease. Soak the pan in
HOT, soapy water.
• Clean the broiler pan as soon as possible after each use. If necessary, use soap-filled steel wool pads.
Heavy scouring may scratch the grid.
For oven settings, refer to the timer section or the electronic oven control.
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Ceramic Glass Cooktop (some models)
The ceramic-glass cooktop has electric heating coils located below the ceramic glass surface. The design of the glass cooktop outlines the
area of the surface heating unit below. Most importantly, make sure the diameter of the pan matches the diameter of the surface unit. Heat
is transferred up through the surface of the cooktop. Only flat-bottomed pans should be used. The type and size of the cookware, number
of surface units in use and the settings of the surface units are factors that will affect the amount of heat that will spread to areas surrounding
the units. The areas surrounding the units may become hot enough to cause burns.
The cooktop should not be used as a cutting board or work surface. Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop may crack it. Pans with
rough bottoms may scratch the cooktop surface. Placing foods directly on the smoothtop surface (without cooking utensils) is not
recommended as difficult cleaning will result and foods may smoke and cause a potential fire hazar d. Never use the griddle or similar cooking
sheet on the ceramic glass cooktop.
TYPES OF HEATING UNITS USED
Depending on model, two types of heating units may be found under the ceramic glass cooktop:
– regular (single coil) radiant elements of various diameters or shapes, plus expandable type (double coils) radiant elements of various
diameters or shapes.
– halogen elements of various diameters or shapes.
REGULAR RADIANT HEATING UNITS (some models)
The ceramic glass design shows the location of the heating surfaces.
Control knobs are used to set the heat power levels; knobs need first to be pressed in when at OFF
position, then turned to the desired heat settings.
A glowing red surface unit extending beyond the bottom edge of the cooking utensil indicates the utensil
is too small for the unit. The control knob does not have to be set exactly on a particular mark. Use the
marks as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed. The hot surface and surface indicator lights will
glow.
10-Step
Halogen Control
Knob
EXPANDABLE RADIANT HEATING UNITS (some models)
This heating unit combines the characteristics of a small and a large regular radiant heating unit. Its
principal advantage is to allow small and large utensils to be used on the same heating unit, therefore
increasing the cooktop flexibility.
Heat power levels are adjusted by a special control knob that has a dual set of graduations; for small
utensils use the small graduations; the inner surface only will be heating. For larger utensils use the larger
graduations; the whole surface will be heating.
The hot surface and surface indicator lights will glow when the heating unit is turned ON.
HALOGEN HEATING UNITS (some models)
The halogen element is similar to the radiant element with the addition of a halogen lamp to the heating
coil. The lamp immediately heats up and glows bright red when the element is turned on. Cook time is
improved.
10-Step Halogen Element (some models)
The control for this type of element can be set in 10 different heating
positions. Each position causes the element to operate continuously at
a fixed power output ”MIN“ is the lowest setting, ”MAX“ is the
highest.
Infinite Step Halogen Element (some models)
The control for this type of element can be set anywhere between
positions ”MIN“ and ”MAX“.
Infinite Step
Halogen Control
Knob
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Ceramic Glass Cooktop (some models) (continued)
Indicator
Light
HOT SURFACE INDICATOR LIGHT
(some models)
Some models have an indicator light located on the ceramic glass cooktop that glows
as soon as the glass begins to warm up. When the heating unit is turned off, it will
continue to glow as long as the glass remains warm enough to cause burns. Other
models have 4 hot surface indicators (one per element) arranged in a cluster. Their
location is as shown in the illustration above.
SPECIAL CAUTION FOR ALUMINUM FOIL
AND ALUMINUM COOKING UTENSILS
1) Aluminum foil
Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop. Do not use under any circumstances.
2) Aluminum utensils
The melting point of aluminum being much lower than that of other metals, care must be taken when aluminum pots or pans are used.
If allowed to boil dry, not only will the utensil be ruined, but also permanent damage in the form of breakage, fusing or marking may
affect the ceramic glass surface.
THINGS TO REMEMBER
1. AVOID using bleach and don’t use ammonia to clean the ceramic surface.
2. Do not put plastic items on warm cooking areas.
3. Never slide oven racks across cooktop surface. They may scratch or metalmark the cooktop.
4. If cooktop should break, do not use cooktop or attempt to clean it. Call your authorized service technician immediately.
5. Never use a trivet or metal stand between the cooking utensil and the ceramic cooktop. The ceramic surface may be scratched, metal
marked or etched by such items.
6. Sugary spills can cause pitting of your cooktop surface. Therefore, you must begin cleaning the spills while the cooktop is still hot. Use
caution when following the steps below.
a) Turn off all surface units and remove all pans immediately.
b) Wearing an oven mitt, use a razor blade scraper to scrape the hot spill out of the cooking zone to a cooler area on the cooktop.
c) Allow the cooktop to cool.
USE AND CARE OF GLASS SURFACE
Problem Cause To Prevent To Remove
Fine ”brown Coarse particles (salt, Clean cooktop after Tiny scratches are not removable.
lines“ (tiny sand, sugar or grit) every use. They can be minimized by
scratches or between bottom of continual use of cleaner cream.
abrasions which cookware and cooktop Such scratches do not affect
have collected that are not removed cooking.
soil) before cooking.
Using incorrect cleaning Daily use of cleaner
materials. cream.
Metal marking Sliding or scraping Do not slide cookware Apply cleaner cream
(mark or black metal utensils or oven across cooktop. with dampened paper
marks). shelves across cooktop. towel to a cooled surface.
Brown streaks Cleaning with a Use cleaner cream Use a small amount of cleaner
and specks. sponge or dishcloth with clean, damp paper cream with clean, damp paper
that has been used towel. towel.
for other kitchen tasks.
NOTE: Due to the high intensity of heat generated by the surface elements, the glass surface will turn green when the element will be turned
off. This phenomenon is normal and the glass will come back to its original white color after it has completely cooled down. (White
glass cooktops only).
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Ceramic Glass Cooktop (some models) (continued)
USE AND CARE OF GLASS SURFACE (continued)
CLEANING MA TERIALS FOR CERAMIC GLASS COOKTOP
Some cleaning materials may contain an ingredient which can damage the cooktop. Use recommended materials only (see below). Cleaner
cream should be used regularly. First use recommended products listed below, then use cleaner cream.
Use only recommended cleaning products and follow these basic cleaning suggestions.
1. BEFORE THE COOKTOP IS USED. Thoroughly clean and saturate the cooktop with cleaner cream.
a) Dampen clean paper towel and clean unit.
b) Wipe off with another clean, damp paper towel; then wipe dry.
2. For normal daily cleaning, apply a dab of cleaner cream in the center of each unit-area to be cleaned. Start with approximately
1/8 teaspoon. (Apply more if needed). Then, proceed as stated above in (a and b).
3. Make sure bottom of cookware and cooking area are clean and dry.
4. Select heat settings and cookware large enough for food and liquid. This stops boilovers and spatterings.
5. Wipe up food spills and spatters before they burn into surface.
IMPORTANT Regularly use cleaner cream. If you run out of cleaner cream, use one of the cleansers listed.
CAUTION Never mix cleaning products! Mixtures may interact, with damaging or hazardous results.
Be sure to get a new supply of cleaner cream.
DO USE ON CERAMIC GLASS COOKTOP
1. Baking soda.
2. Non-impregnated plastic and nylon pads.
3. For burned on material, scrape with single-edged razor blade, held at a 30° angle.
4. Ceramic glass cleaning cream.
DO NOT USE ON CERAMIC GLASS COOKTOP
1. Avoid pads, that can leave marks and scratches.
2. Avoid heavy-duty cleansing powders, these can scratch, depending on their abrasiveness and cleaning pressure applied.
3. Avoid chemical oven cleaners. These can etch the cooktop surface and are caustic.
4. Avoid rust stain removers containing hydrofluoric acid.
5. Avoid using bleach and don’t use ammonia.
SPECIAL CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MINERAL DEPOSITS AND DISCOLORA TIONS
Problem: A gray brown stain that is not removed when using cleaner cream.
Cause: Condensation, when cooking, often collects and drips from cookware. The minerals found in water supply and foods may cause a
gray or brown film to develop on cooktop. This film is so thin it cannot be felt and appears to be under cooktop.
To Prevent: Daily and proper use of cleaner cream.
To Remove:
– Wet surface with water and sprinkle on cleaner cream.
– Scrub with clean, damp paper towel until stain disappears.
– Clean remaining paste away with damp paper towel.
– Apply dab of cleaner cream and polish with a clean paper towel.
WARNING
– Do not use cleansers on a heated surface. Fumes could be hazardous. Wait for area to cool before cleaning.
– Do not use cleaner cream to clean porcelain, paint or aluminium.
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Cleaning the Appliance
Before cleaning any part of the range, make sure all heating elements are turned
to OFF
“ ”
and are cool.
Exterior Cleaning
Clean range after each use to prevent sticky grease built-up and spills from cooking on. Wash with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth. Wipe
with a soft cloth or paper towel.
Do not use abrasives, steel wool, cleaners containing ammonia, acids or commercial oven cleaners on any exterior parts of the range, except
the porcelain enamel cooktop. If a metal cleaner or polish is used on metal trim, be sure the label specifies that it is safe for use on chrome
and aluminium.
Control Panel
Control knobs (some models)
If the control panel needs cleaning turn the control knobs to OFF “
shafts.
Most cleaning of your steel/aluminum control panel can be done using a clean cloth with warm soapy
water or other mild household cleaners.
Sometimes, applying few drops of a recommended cooktop cleaning/polishing cream (with silicone) will
remove any remaining soil and will leave a protective coating which will keep your range looking like new.
Cooktop cleaning/polishing cream can be purchased through authorized service centers or major
department stores.
Models with glass panel:
Use a clean cloth or a sponge with warm, soapy water or paper towel and spray glass cleaner to clean the
glass panel. Be careful not to let water/cleaner go behind the glass or near the knob activated controls.
Replace knobs; engage the flat surface inside the knob cavity with the flat on the shaft. Push knobs onto
the shafts.
” , then pull knobs straight off the
Coil Surface Elements (some models)
Prior to cleaning the coil elements make
sure they are cold and that control knobs
are turned to OFF “
Warning: Never leave covers on the coil
elements as they could be permanently
damaged if the coil is turned on by accident.
” .
X
SURFACES
Porcelain Enamel
(Cooktop, Surface under
cooktop)
CLEANING AGENTS
Mild cleaners or soap-filled steel
wool pads.
Coil Elements and Drip Bowls
Coil elements clean themselves when they are turned on.
Coil elements and drip bowls are removable and allow to
clean the drip bowls.
To remove a coil element, push against the front edge
and lift element up and out.
To clean by hand, wash the drip bowls in hot sudsy
water. For hard to remove spots, use a nylon scrubber
with soap. Rinse and dry while still warm.
Never immerse coil elements in water.
INSTRUCTIONS
Use a damp sponge or dampened soap pad,
rinse and dry.
Insert – Control panel
Hot, soapy water or cleaner
cream.
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Use a clean, soapy, dampened cloth or paper towel,
remove soil and dry. Do not use abrasive products.
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