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 con- trol panel.
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Safety Anti-Tip Instructions WARNING! Tip over hazard! A child or adult can tip the range over and be killed. Verify that the anti-tip bracket is securely installed. Ensure the anti-tip bracket is engaged when the range is moved. Do not operate the range without the anti-tip bracket in place.
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Safety • If a burner goes out and gas escapes, open windows and doors. Wait until gas dissipates before using the appliance. • During a power failure, only the cooktop burners can be lit manually. Fire Safety • 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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Safety Burn Prevention WARNING: Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm a room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poi- soning and overheating the appliance. Never use the appliance WARNING: NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as...
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Safety • Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit, or hang on any part of an appli- ance, especially a door, warming drawer, or storage drawer. This can damage the appliance, and the unit may tip over, potentially causing severe injury. •...
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Safety • Hold the handle of the pan when stirring or turning food. This helps prevent spills and movement of the pan. • Use Proper Pan Size. The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the heating element or burner to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing.
Getting Started Parts and Accessories Table 1: Parts and Accessories Key Part Oven Control Panel and Knob Burner Caps (4) Burner Grates (2) Cooktop Control Knob Probe Receptacle (some models) Rack Positions/ Rack Guides Oven Racks, Flat (2 or 3; varies by model) Oven Door Gasket Storage Drawer (some models) Warming Drawer (some models)
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Getting Started Sealed Gas Burners The cooktop has sealed gas burners. As a result, there are no parts under the cooktop to clean, disassemble or adjust. Spills stay on top of the cooktop where they are easier to wipe Burner Grate Burner Cap Burner Cooktop...
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Getting Started burner cap. Burner grates should rest flat on the cooktop. The rubber feet on the grates should rest in the indents on the cooktop. Right Side Left Side Burner Grate Burner Grate Figure 2: Grates for Free-standing Models Electronic Ignitor The cooktop uses electronic ignitors to light the burners, There is no pilot light.
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Getting Started Back of rack Front of rack Insert rack with the back of the rack toward the back wall of the range. Figure 3: Inserting a Rack Removing Flat Racks From Oven 1. Grasp rack firmly on both sides and pull rack toward you. 2.
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Getting Started Back of Stop (Ball) Closed Position Front of Rack Figure 5: Disassembly 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 bottom rack.
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Getting Started Tip: The removable section can also be used outside of the oven as a trivet or cooling rack. Figure 7: Half Oven Rack Figure 8: Half Oven Rack in Use Oven Bottom Caution: Do not place food directly on oven bottom. Do not use alumi- num foil or protective liners to line any part of an appliance, especially surface unit drip bowls or oven bottom.
Getting Started Flashing Symbol or Number - Signals an incomplete setting and calls for another step or START to be pressed. F Number Codes -These codes display when there is a problem with the range. Convection Fan The convection fan operates during any convection mode, including dehydrate. When the oven is operating in the convection mode, the fan will turn off automati- cally when the door is opened.
Getting Started The knobs are used to control the heat level of the burners. Push down and turn to the symbol to light and then to the desired heat setting. See the sections on Using the Cooktop, Using the Oven and Using the Warming Drawer for detailed instructions. The Clock About the Clock •...
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Getting Started Change the Beep Vol- The volume of the control beep can be changed from LOW (softest) to HIGH (loudest). The control default for beep volume is Medium. 1. Access SELECT FUNCTIONS Menu. 2. Turn knob clockwise until VOLUME is displayed. 3.
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Getting Started 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 8. Press START. Oven starts after 5 seconds. Sabbath Feature is activated for both the warming drawer and the oven. The oven and warming drawer operate for 73 hours and then turn off automati- cally. Setting the Sabbath Feature for the Warming Drawer Only The warming drawer does not operate with the Sabbath feature unless the feature is also activated in the oven.
Operation - Cooktop This section explains how to operate the cooktop. See “Getting the Most Out of Your Cooktop” on page 26 for guidelines to improve cooktop results. About the Cooktop Use the cooktop for surface cooking applications such as boiling, frying, simmer- ing, steaming and sauteing.
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Operation - Cooktop is clean and dry. If the burner still fails to ignite, see “Cooktop Troubleshooting Chart” on page 44. Caution: All ignitors spark when any single burner is turned on. Do not touch any of the burners when the cooktop is in use. Failure to operate knobs properly may result in personal injury and damage to the appliance.
Operation - Oven This section explains how to operate the oven. See “Getting the Most Out of Your Oven” on page 27 for guidelines to improve oven results. About the Oven Operation CAUTION Do not use aluminum foil or protective liners to line any part of an appli- ance, especially surface unit drip bowls or oven bottom.
Operation - Oven Hot Oven Indicator After the oven has been turned off, HOT appears in the display where the cooking mode was to indicate that the oven is off but still hot. When the oven temperature drops below 176° F, HOT is no longer seen in the display. Using the Timer Notes: •...
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Operation - Oven 4. BAKE will flash in the display. Turn knob to change the cooking mode. 5. Press START. 6. Turn knob to select desired temperature. Note: Time required for the oven to reach temperature must be included in the set cooking time.
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Operation - Oven 2. Place roasting pan with meat in cold oven on recommended oven rack. Plug probe into the probe receptacle. The probe symbol will appear in display. Note: The probe temperature can only be set when the probe is installed in the oven.
Operation - Warming Drawer (some models) This section explains how to operate the warming drawer. See “Getting the Most Out of Your Warming Drawer” on page 33 for guidelines to improve warming drawer results. About the Warming Drawer The warming drawer will keep hot, cooked foods at serving temperature. Warming drawer settings are Low, Medium, and High.
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Operation - Warming Drawer (some models) Caution: Plastic containers, plastic wrap or aluminum foil can melt if in direct con- tact with the drawer or a hot cooking container. If it melts onto the drawer, it may not be removable. Preheating For best results, preheat the warming drawer when warming food.
Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Getting the Most Out of Your Cooktop Cooktop Cooking Guide Boiling Water Time to boil can vary greatly depending on environmental conditions. Try the fol- lowing tips to decrease boil time: • Use a lid. •...
Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Another simple test to determine even heat distri- bution across the cookware bottom is to place 1” (25.4 mm) of water in the pan. Bring the water to a boil and observe the location of the bubbles as the water starts to boil.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Pan placement on one rack Pan placement on two racks Figure 14: Pan Placement Baking Pans Here are some tips for cooking with baking pans: • Glass baking dishes absorb heat, therefore reduce oven temperature 25°F when baking in glass.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Oven Cooking Modes Baking is cooking with dry, heated air. The lower Bake, Proof and Warm burner cycles 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 • Place food in low-sided, uncovered pans such as cookie sheets without sides. • Center baking pans side to side on the oven rack Automatic Convection Conversion In the convection bake mode, the temperature is automatically reduced 25° F from the package or recipe temperature.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance • Turn meats once halfway through the recommended cooking time (see Broil Chart for examples). • When top browning casseroles, use only metal or glass ceramic dishes such as Corningware®. • Never use heat-proof glass (Pyrex®); they can’t tolerate the high temperature. Table 5: Broiling Chart Internal Time Side 1...
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Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Table 6: Convection Roast Chart Oven Temp.* Internal Temp. Weight Roasting Time Meats Item (lbs.) (min. per lb.) Beef Rib roast 25-32 145 (med/rare) 28-32 160 (medium) Rib eye roast (boneless) 24-32 145 (med/rare) 27-32 160 (medium) Rump, eye, tip, sirloin (boneless)
Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Table 7: Dehydrate Chart Approx. Drying Food Item Preparation Time* (hours) Test for Doneness Fruit Apples Dipped in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups 11-15 Slightly pliable water; 1/4” slices Bananas Dipped in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups 10-15 Soft, pliable water;...
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Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance Table 8: Warming Drawer Chart Covered / Food Temperature Uncovered Bread, soft rolls, coffee cakes Covered Biscuits Covered Casseroles Covered Eggs Covered Fish, seafood Covered Fried foods Uncovered Gravy, cream sauces Covered Covered Pancakes Covered Pies, one crust...
Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning - Cooktop Caution: Do not use any cleaner on the cooktop while the surface is hot; The resulting fumes can be hazardous to your health. Heated cleaner can chemically attack and damage surface. Caution: All ignitors spark when any single burner is turned on. Do not touch any of the burners when the cooktop is in use.
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Cleaning and Maintenance Table 9: Cooktop Cleaning Chart Cooktop Part/Material Suggested Technique(s) Important Reminders Burner Cap and exterior finish / • Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry • Carefully reassemble the burner Porcelain Enamel thoroughly. when finished. Verify that the •...
Cleaning and Maintenance Table 9: Cooktop Cleaning Chart Cooktop Part/Material Suggested Technique(s) Important Reminders Grates / Porcelain Enamel on Cast • Hot water and detergent. Rinse • The grates are heavy; use care Iron and dry immediately when lifting. Place on a protected •...
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Cleaning and Maintenance Table 10: Oven Cleaning Chart Part Recommendations Porcelain Surfaces Immediately wipe up acid spills like fruit juice, milk and tomatoes with a dry towel. Do not use a moistened sponge/towel on hot porcelain. When cool, clean with hot sudsy water or apply Bon-Ami® or Soft Scrub® to a damp sponge.
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Cleaning and Maintenance WARNING Preparing the Oven for Self Clean A flexible door gasket is necessary for a good seal. Do not clean, rub, damage or move the gasket. 1. Remove all utensils and bakeware. 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 fin- ish.
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Cleaning and Maintenance Note: The door locks at the beginning of the cycle; The door lock symbol will appear in the display at this point. If door does not lock, press OFF and do not self-clean; phone service. Delaying the Start of Note: The time of day must be correctly set for this option to work properly.
Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning - Drawers (Storage or Warming) Daily Cleaning Wash with hot soapy water, rinse and dry. Maintenance Cooktop Maintenance Stainless Steel Cooktop Models No maintenance is required other than daily cleaning as described in “Cleaning Guidelines” on page 35 Oven Maintenance Removing the Oven Door CAUTION:...
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Cleaning and Maintenance To remove the oven door: 1. Be sure to read the above CAUTION before attempting to remove the door. 2. Open the door completely. 3. Flip levers on hinges toward you. 4. Holding the door firmly on both sides and using both hands, close the door gently until it stops against the levers, about 30º...
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Cleaning and Maintenance Replacing an Oven Light Each light assembly consists of a removable lens, a light bulb and a light socket housing that is fixed in place. WARNING • Make sure the appliance and lights are cool and power to the appliance has been turned off before replacing the light bulb(s).
Service Before Calling Service Use these suggestions before calling for service to avoid service charges Troubleshooting Charts The Cooktop Table 11: Cooktop Troubleshooting Chart Cooktop Problem Possible Causes and Suggested Solutions Cooking results are not what • The cooktop is not level. Adjust leveling legs on bottom of range. was expected.
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Service The Oven Table 12: Oven Troubleshooting Chart Possible Causes and Oven Problem Suggested Solutions The oven mode or temperature selected The knob was turned too rapidly. Turn knob slower until correct wording or or the numbers selected do not appear in temperature appears.
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Service Table 12: Oven Troubleshooting Chart Possible Causes and Oven Problem Suggested Solutions “F” and a number appears in display and This is a fault code. Press Off to clear the display and stop beeping. Reset control beeps oven if necessary. If fault code remains and beep continues, record fault code, cancel oven and call authorized service technician.
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Product falls within the scope of this limited product warranty. Please make sure to return your registration card; while not necessary to effectu- ate warranty coverage, it is the best way for Bosch to notify you in the unlikely event of a safety notice or product recall.
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God. In no event shall Bosch have any lia- bility or responsibility whatsoever for damage to surrounding property, including cabinetry, floors, ceilings, and other structures or objects around the Product.