About This Manual How This Manual Is Organized This manual contains several sections: • The Getting Started section describes the features and functionality of the range, including a description of how to set up the range and operate the control panel. •...
Safety Important Safety Instructions READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instruc- tions Proper Installation and Maintenance English 2 WARNING: When properly cared for, your new appliance has been designed to be safe and reliable. Read all instructions carefully before use. These precau- tions will reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to per- sons.
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Gas Safety • In the event of an error the display flashes and beeps continuously. Discon- nect appliance from the power supply and call a qualified technician. WARNING: NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as aluminum foil.
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Safety Fire Safety English 4 • Do not use aluminum foil or protective liners to line any part of an appliance, especially surface unit drip bowls or oven bottom. Installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. •...
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Burn Prevention Child Safety • Smother flames from food fires other than grease fires with baking soda. Never use water on cooking fires. • Whenever possible, do not operate the ventilation system during a cooktop fire. However, do not reach through fire to turn it off. •...
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Safety Cleaning Safety Cookware Safety English 6 CAUTION: All igniters spark when any single burner is turned on. Do not touch any of the burners when the cooktop is in use. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: The California Safe Drinking and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Gov- ernor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires busi- nesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
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Food Safety Conversion to Liquified Petroleum CAUTION: To maintain food safety, follow these guidelines: 1) DO NOT use the warming drawer to heat cold food (excep- tion: it is safe to use the drawer to crisp crackers, chips or dry cereal and to warm plates.) 2)Be sure to maintain proper food temperature.
Getting Started Parts and Accessories Free-Standing Models 9 or 10 (model dependent) Table 1: Parts and Accessories Key Part Oven Control Panel and Knob Burner Caps (4) Burner Grates (2 or 4; varies by model) Cooktop Control Knob Probe Receptacle Rack Positions/ Rack Guides Oven Racks, Flat (2 or 3;...
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Table 1: Parts and Accessories Key Part Warming Drawer (some models) Model # and Serial # Plate Oven Vent a. Depending on the model, your appliance has either a storage drawer or a warming drawer. Note: To order additional accessories (i.e. broil pan, extension racks), contact Service or a dealer near you. Sealed Gas Burners Burner Caps Burner Grates...
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Getting Started English 10 burner cap. Burner grates should rest flat on the cooktop. The rubber feet on the grates should rest in the indents on the cooktop. Left Side Burner Grate Models with Glass Ceramic Cooktop: There are four burner grates: one for each burner. Left Rear Grate Left Front Grate Position them so that the circular opening is over the burner cap.
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Electronic Ignitor High Power Burner Precision Burner Oven Racks Flat Oven Racks The locating pins on the outside edges of the cooktop fit into notches on the bot- tom of the grates. Figure 7: Grates for Slide-in Models - Locating Pins Burner grates should rest flat on the cooktop.
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Getting Started Extension Oven Rack (some models) English 12 3. Bring rack to a horizontal position and press the rest of the way in. Rack should be straight and flat, not crooked. Back of rack Front of rack Insert rack with the back of the rack toward the back wall of the range.
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Half Oven Rack (Some Models) 3. Pull the rack up and out, rotated side first. Closed Position Reassembly CAUTION: Always verify that top rack is installed correctly after reassembly. The back edges of the top rack must be under the rack guide on the bot- tom rack.
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Getting Started Oven Bottom Combustion Vents (slide-in models only) Oven Vent English 14 Tip: The removable section can also be used outside of the oven as a trivet or cooling rack. CAUTION: Do not place food directly on oven bottom. Do not use aluminum foil or protective liners to line any part of an appliance, especially surface unit drip bowls or oven bottom.
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Automatic Shutoff Self Cleaning Indicators and Other Features Cooling Fan (Slide-in models only) Convection Fan area may be warm when the oven is in use. Do not block the vent as it is impor- tant for air circulation. The oven will automatically shut off after 12 hours (24 hours if the time format is set for 24 hour in the Select Function section).
Getting Started Control (Panel) Oven Control Panel Clock Light Time Preheat Temperature Table 2: Oven Control Panel Clock– Shows the time of day with a 12 or 24 hour option. Also displays the timer and times associated with delayed cooking and cleaning modes. Turn the control knob to tog- gle between timer and clock display.
The Clock About the Clock Setting the Clock Changing the Clock The Select Functions Menu See the sections on Using the Cooktop, Using the Oven and Using the Warming Drawer for detailed instructions. • Always set the clock after installation or after a power failure. Once power returns to the oven, the clock defaults to 12:00 am.
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Getting Started Change the Beep Volume Change the Temperature Scale Turn Clock Display ON or Access Demo Mode Change the Display Lan- guage Lock / Unlock the Oven Control Panel Change the Oven Temperature Offset English 18 The volume of the control beep can be changed from LOW (softest) to HIGH (loudest).
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4. Turn the knob to the right to increase temperature to +25° F and to the left to decrease to -25° F. The temperature changes by 5° F increments. 5. Press START to accept a temperature change. Reset the Factory Set- This feature is used to change all the “Select Functions”...
Getting Started Change the Time Format Turn Automatic Convec- tion Conversion ON or Before Using the Appliance for the First Time English 20 Note: The light cannot be changed after this point. It will stay on or off, as selected, during the entire Sabbath mode. 8.
Operation - Cooktop About the Cooktop Operation Setting the Burner Heat Level Burner Control Knobs (some models) . Lighting the Burner This section explains how to operate the cooktop. See “Getting the Most Out of Your Cooktop” on page 30 for guidelines to improve cooktop results. Use the cooktop for surface cooking applications such as boiling, frying, simmer- ing, steaming and sauteing.
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Operation - Cooktop Lighting the Burner during a Power Failure Setting the Flame Size Turning the Burner off English 22 Cooktop burners can be lit manually during a power failure. Hold a match at the port and turn the knob to the HI position. Wait until the flame is burning all the way around the burner before adjusting the flame to the desired setting.
Operation - Oven About the Oven Operation Setting the Cooking Mode and Temperature Automatic Convection Conversion (models with convection bake) This section explains how to operate the oven. See “Getting the Most Out of Your Oven” on page 31 for guidelines to improve oven results. CAUTION: Do not use aluminum foil or protective liners to line any part of an appliance, especially surface unit drip bowls or oven bottom.
Operation - Oven Hot Oven Indicator Using the Timer To set the timer: Changing the Timer/s Clearing the Timer/s Cancelling Using Timed or Delayed Cook English 24 When the Automatic Convection Conversion feature is activated, the display will read AUTO CONV BAKE. When the feature is turned off, it will read CONV BAKE.
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Setting a Timed Mode Delaying the Start of a Timed Mode To Check the Cooking Time and Stop Time After a Delay Has Been Set Setting the Sabbath Feature Using the Probe (some models) • Delayed cooking is not recommended for foods that need to rise (i.e.; cook- ies, cakes, breads, souffles, etc.) 1.
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Operation - Oven Setting the Probe Changing the Oven Temperature When Using the Probe Changing the Probe Temperature English 26 The probe can be used to determine the internal doneness or the “END” temper- ature of many foods,especially meats and poultry. The temperature range for the probe is 135°F to 200°F (57°C to 93°C).
Operation - Warming Drawer About the Warming Drawer Warming Drawer Specifi- cations This section explains how to operate the warming drawer. See “Getting the Most Out of Your Warming Drawer” on page 38 for guidelines to improve warming drawer results. The warming drawer will keep hot, cooked foods at serving temperature.
Operation - Warming Drawer (some models) Operation Preheating Preheat Times: Turning on the Warming Drawer When Only Using the Warming Drawer When Also Using The Oven Setting the Sabbath Feature Turning Off the Warming Drawer When Only Using the Warming Drawer When Using the Warming Drawer and the Oven...
Crisping Stale Items Warming Empty Serving Bowls and Plates • Place food in low sided dishes or pans. • Preheat on Low. • Check crispness after 45 minutes. Add time as needed. • Use only heat-safe dishes. • Warm on setting appropriate for cooking container. •...
Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Getting the Most Out of Your Cooktop Cooktop Cooking Guide Boiling Water Recommended Settings Cookware Selection Guide Cookware Characteristics To Test the Flatness of Your Pans English 30 Time to boil can vary greatly depending on environmental conditions. Try the fol- lowing tips to decrease boil time: •...
Match Pan Diameter to Flame Size Cookware Tips Specialty Pans Getting the Most Out of Your Oven Oven Cooking Guide Rack Position Multiple Rack Cooking Pan Placement Another simple test to determine even heat dis- tribution across the cookware bottom is to place 1”...
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Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Baking Pans Preheating the Oven The Probe (some models) English 32 Pan placement on one rack Here are some tips for cooking with baking pans: • Glass baking dishes absorb heat, therefore reduce oven temperature 25°F when baking in glass.
Oven Cooking Modes Bake, Proof and Warm Convection Bake Baking is cooking with dry, heated air. Both the upper and lower element cycle to maintain the oven temperature. Bake mode can be used to prepare foods like pastries and casseroles as well as to roast meats.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Automatic Convection Conversion Table 4: Convection Baking Chart Food Cake Cupcakes Bundt Cake Angel Food 2 Crust, fresh, 9” 2 Crust, frozen fruit, 9” Cookies Sugar Chocolate Chip Brownie Breads Yeast bread, loaf, 9x5 Yeast rolls Quick bread, loaf, 8x4 Biscuits...
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Table 5: Broiling Chart Food Item / Thickness Beef Steak (3/4”-1”) Medium Rare Medium Well Hamburgers (3/4”-1”) - Well Poultry Breast (bone in) Pork Pork chops (1”) Sausage - fresh Ham slice (1/2”) Seafood Fish filets (3/4”-1”) buttered Lamb Chops (1”) Medium rare Medium Well...
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Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Table 6: Convection Broiling Chart Food Item / Thickness Beef Steak (1 1/2” or more) Medium Rare Medium Well Hamburger (more than 1”) - Well Poultry Chicken quarters Pork Pork chops (1 1/4” or more) Sausage - fresh a.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Table 8: Dehydrate Chart Food Item Fruit Apples Dipped in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups water; 1/4” slices Bananas Dipped in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups water; 1/4” slices Cherries Wash, towel dry.
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Table 9: Warming Drawer Chart Food Bacon Beef, Medium and well done Beef, rare Bread, hard rolls Bread, soft rolls, coffee cakes Biscuits Casseroles Eggs Fish, seafood Fried foods Gravy, cream sauces Pancakes Pies, one crust Pies, two crusts Pizza Pork Potatoes, baked Potatoes, mashed...
Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning - Cooktop Daily Cleaning Cleaning Guidelines Avoid these Cleaners Table 10: Cooktop Cleaning Chart Cooktop Part/Material Burner Base / Matte Finish English 40 CAUTION: Do not clean the appliance while it is still hot. Some cleaners produce noxious fumes when applied to a hot surface.
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Table 10: Cooktop Cleaning Chart Cooktop Part/Material Burner Cap and exterior fin- ish / Porcelain Enamel Control Knobs / Plastic Exterior Finish / Stainless Steel Grates / Matte Finish Suggested Technique(s) • Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry thoroughly. • Nonabrasive cleansers such as ®...
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Cleaning and Maintenance Table 10: Cooktop Cleaning Chart Cooktop Part/Material Exterior Finish / Glass Ceramic Igniters / Ceramics Table 11: Cleaning Techniques for Stubborn Soil (Glass Ceramic Cooktop Models) Type of Soil Dry sugar, sugar syrup, milk or tomato spills. Melted plastic film or foil. All these items require immediate removal.
Using the Razor Blade Scraper (Glass Ceramic Cooktop Models) Cleaning the Control Knobs Cleaning - Oven Daily Cleaning Cleaning Guidelines Avoid these cleaners Table 12: Oven Cleaning Chart Part Racks Wash with hot sudsy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry, or gently rub with cleansing powder or soap filled pads as directed.
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Cleaning and Maintenance Table 12: Oven Cleaning Chart Part Stainless Surfaces Always wipe or rub with grain. Clean with a soapy sponge then rinse and dry, or wipe with Fan- tastik® or Formula 409® sprayed onto a paper towel. Protect and polish with Stainless Steel Magic®...
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Setting the Self-Clean Mode Delaying the Start of the Self-Clean 2. Remove oven racks. If oven racks are left in the oven during the self-clean cycle, they will permanently lose the shiny finish and change to a dull dark finish. See “Oven Cleaning Chart” on page 43 for proper care. 3.
Cleaning and Maintenance After Self-Cleaning Cleaning - Drawers (Storage or Warming) Daily Cleaning Maintenance English 46 The time of day must be correctly set for this option to work properly. See sec- tion “Setting the Clock” in “Getting Started”. 1. Press COOKING MODE. 2.
Cooktop Maintenance Glass Ceramic Cooktop Models Stainless Steel Cooktop Models • Regular, daily care using the glass ceramic cooktop cleaner will protect the surface and make it easier to remove food soil and water spots. • The glass ceramic cooking surface is a durable material resistant to impact but not unbreakable if a pan or other object is dropped on it.
Cleaning and Maintenance Oven Maintenance English 48 Removing the Oven Door CAUTION: When removing the door: • Make sure oven is cool and power to the oven has been turned off before removing the door. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burns.
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Replacing an Oven Light To replace the oven door: 1. Hold the door firmly in both hands. 2. Hold the door at a 30º angle from the 3. The door may need to be removed and re- 4. Open door all the way to expose hinges, 5.
Service Before Calling Service Troubleshooting Charts The Cooktop Table 13: Cooktop Troubleshooting Chart Cooktop Problem Scraper is not working prop- • erly. Cooking results are not what • was expected. • Water takes too long to boil • Burners click continuously •...
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The Oven Table 14: Oven Troubleshooting Chart Oven Problem The oven mode or temperature selected or the numbers selected do not appear in the display Oven door is locked and will not release, even after cooling Oven is not heating Oven is not cooking evenly Baking results are not as expected Food takes longer to cook than expected...
The warranties stated herein apply only to the first purchaser of the Product and are not transferable. Bosch reserves the right to request proof of purchase at the time any warranty Figure 22: Data Plate...
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Please make sure to return your registration card; while not necessary to effec- tuate warranty coverage, it is the best way for Bosch to notify you in the unlikely event of a safety notice or product recall. Bosch warrants that the Product is free from defects in materials and workman- ship for a period of three hundred sixty-five days (365) days from the date of pur- chase.
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God. In no event shall Bosch have any liability or responsibility whatsoever for damage to surrounding property, including cabinetry, floors, ceilings, and other structures or objects around the Product.