Tappan 318200506 Owner's Manual
Tappan 318200506 Owner's Manual

Tappan 318200506 Owner's Manual

Tappan electric range owner's manual

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ELECTRIC RANGE
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
OWNER'S GUIDE
P/N 318200506 (0510) Rev. C
Recycled paper
318200506 (0108) Rev. B

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  • Page 1 ELECTRIC RANGE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS OWNER’S GUIDE P/N 318200506 (0510) Rev. C Recycled paper 318200506 (0108) Rev. B...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Product Registration Register Your Product self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD should be filled in completely, signed and returned to Electrolux Home Products North America. Note: The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of these symbols. This symbol will help you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING 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.
  • Page 5: Installation Instructions

    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 (1/16” to the cabinet side walls and the rear wall).
  • Page 6: Oven Light

    Installation Instructions To level the range: 1. Use a 1-1/4” open end key or an adjustable wrench to equally unscrew the four leveling legs 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. 4.
  • Page 7: Setting Surface Controls

    Setting Surface Controls 1. Place the pan on the surface element. 2. Push in and turn 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 The suggested settings found in the chart below are based on cooking in medium-weight aluminum pans with lids.
  • Page 9: Indicator Light

    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.
  • Page 10: Air Circulation

    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.
  • Page 11: Cleaning The Appliance

    Cleaning the Appliance 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.
  • Page 12 Cleaning the Appliance Porcelain Enamel Cooktop Cleaning Instructions. DO NOT use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can chemically damage the cooking surface. Before Cleaning the surface cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is cool.
  • Page 13 Cleaning the Appliance Cleaning the Regular Oven (Non self-clean oven) Make sure the oven is cool and that all control knobs are at OFF “ ” position. Cleaning the oven is a lot easier when the door is removed. 1. Remove the oven door; see “ To Remove and Replace Oven Door” section in this manual. 2.
  • Page 14: To Remove And Replace The Oven Door

    Cleaning the Appliance What to Expect During Cleaning While the oven is in operation, the oven heats to temperatures much higher than those used in normal cooking. Sounds of metal expansion and contraction are normal. Odor is also normal as the food soil is being removed. Smoke may appear through the oven vent, located on the top of the control panel.
  • Page 15: To Remove And Replace Storage Drawer

    To Remove and Replace Storage Drawer To Remove the Drawer Storage 1. Pull the empty drawer out to the roller guide stop. Drawer 2. Tilt the drawer up and pull it out over the rollers. To Replace the Drawer 1. Insert the rear end of the drawer into the opening. 2.
  • Page 16: Avoid Service Checklist

    Avoid Service Checklist Before you call for service - read this You may save the cost and inconvenience of an unnecessary service call by first reviewing this easy to use Avoid-Service Check List of the most frequently encountered situations that are not the result of defective workmanship of materials. You will be charged for a service call while the appliance is in warranty if the problem is not caused by defective product workmanship or materials.
  • Page 17 Avoid Service Checklist PROBLEM RANGE DOES NOT OPERATE Surface elements do not heat. Oven light does not work. Control panel light does not oper- ate (some models). SURFACE UNITS Surface elements too hot or too cold. Liquids boil at LOW setting of sur- face units.
  • Page 18 Avoid Service Checklist PROBLEM POOR BAKING RESULTS Baked foods too done or not done enough. Baked foods not evenly browned and/or raised. Baking time too long. Oven steaming. BROILING Oven smokes excessively during broiling. (continued) POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION Actual oven temperature and cooking times may vary from recipe or box instruction. If this is a new range, temperatures may differ from your old range.
  • Page 19: Avoid Service Checklist

    Avoid Service Checklist PROBLEM SELF-CLEANING OVEN (some models) Self-clean cycle does not work. Soil not completely removed after self-cleaning cycle. Avoid Transportation Damage to your Range If you have to move your range into/out of your residence or when moving to a new home, it is suggested that you take the following precautions: 1.
  • Page 20: Warranty

    Major Appliance Warranty Information Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.

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