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CONTENTS
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Product Registration .................................................... 2
important Safety instructions.................................... 3-4
Ins_a lation Instructions .............................................. 5-6
Oven Light ................................................................... 6
Surface Light .................
7
Circuit Protection ........................................................ 7
indicator Light ............................................................. 7
Models with Touch Pad Control ................................. 7
Specialty Pans & Trivets ............................................... 8
Canning Tips & information ........................................ 8
Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils ............................. 9
Setting Surface Controls ,some models ...................... 9
CeramicGlass Cooktop (some models) ................ 10-15
Types of heating units used .................................. 10
ElementControls (ESEC)................................. 11-14
Setting Warm Zone Controls ................................. 15
Oven Baking .................................................................. 16
Air Circulation ................................................................ 16
Convection Cooking (some models) ............................. 17
Convection Roasting (some models) ............................ 17
Broiling .......................................................................... 19
Oven Settings ................................................................ 19
CleaningVarious Parts of Your Range ........................ 20
CeramicGlass Cooktop (some models) ................ 21-22
Cleaning the appliance ......................................... 23-26
To Remove and Replacethe Oven Door ........................ 26
To Remove and Replace Storage Drawer ...................... 27
Warmer Drawer (some models) ............................... 28-29
Avoid Service Checklist ........................................... 30-33
Warranty ........................................................................34
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
3182004.35
(0511)
Rev.C

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Removable Outer Door Glass Panel (some models) ..27 To Remove and Replace Storage Drawer ...... 27 Warmer Drawer (some models) ....... 28-29 Avoid Service Checklist ........... 30-33 Warranty ................34 Visit the Frigidaire Web Site at: http://www, frigidaire,com READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3182004.35 Rev.C...
  • Page 2: Product Registration

    Thank you for choosing this appliance. The information contained within this Product Registration Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your range. Please read through the information contained in your literature pack to Register Your Product learn more about your new appliance.
  • Page 3 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 SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS (continued) IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING • Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven is vented between the cooktop and the backguard. Touching the surfaces YOUR COOKTOP in this area when the oven is operating may cause severe burns. •...
  • Page 5: Ins_A Lation 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 (1.3cm (1/2") to the cabinet side walls and the rear wall).
  • Page 6: Oven Light

    Installation Instructions (continued) 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).
  • Page 7: Surface Light

    Surface Light (some models) Be sure aiJ surface element control knobs are turned off "0" and elements are cool. Use switch located on or underneath the control panel to turn the surface light ON/OFE Replace the surface light, if after repeated attempts to turn it on you are not successful. 30"...
  • Page 8: Specialty Pans & Trivets

    Woks with flat bottoms suitable for Specialty Pans & Trivets DO NOT use a wok if it is equipped with use on your cooktop are available in a metal ring that extends beyond the most cookshop or hardware stores. surface element. Because this ring traps Round-bottomed woks (with a sup- heat, the surface element and cooktop port ring that does not extend be-...
  • Page 9: Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils

    Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils For best results and energy conservation, choose cooking utensils that have these characteristics: *GOOD POOR Curved and warped pan bottoms. Pan overhangs unit by more than • Flat bottom and straight sides. 2.5 cm (1 "). Tight fitting lids.
  • Page 10: Ceramicglass Cooktop (Some Models)

    Surface Cooking (continued) 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.
  • Page 11: Models With Electronic Surface Elementcontrols (Esec)

    Surface Cooking (continued) About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface ele- Ceramic Glass Cooktop (somemodels) (continued) ments located below the surface of the glass. Models with Electronic Surface Element Controls (ESEC) The design of the ceramic cooktop outlines the area of the surface element underneath.
  • Page 12 Surface Cooking (continued) Ceramic Glass Cooktop (somemodels) (continued) Models with Electronic Surface Element Controls (ESEC) The Electronic Surface Element Control ("ESEC") feature includes 4 digital display windows. The ESECfeature provides a numeric digital setting for 4 iiii iiiiiiiiiiii i iiiiiiiiiiiiii i/i_ iiiiii_ of the radiant surface element positions on the cooktop, including shared...
  • Page 13 Surface Cooking (continued) Ceramic Glass Cooktop (somemodels) (continued) Models with Electronic Surface Element Controls (ESEC) Hot Element Indicator Message (HE) After using any of the single, dual or bridge radiant element positions the cooktop will become very hot. Even after turning the control knob to OFF,the cooktop will remain hot for some time. The ESEC Figure 1 control monitors the temperature of the cooktop and displays the message "HE"...
  • Page 14 Surface Cooking (continued) Ceramic Glass Cooktop (somemodels) (continued) Models with Electronic Surface Element Controls (ESEC) Operating the ESEC Bridge Surface Radiant Element (some models) The cooktop is equipped with a "Bridge" surface element located at the left front and middle posi- tions.
  • Page 15: Setting Warm Zone Controls

    Surface Cooking (continued) Ceramic Glass Cooktop (somemodels) (continued) Setting Warm Zone Controls (some models) To Operate the warm zone Your appliance is equipped with a warm zone. The purpose of the warm zone is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Always start with hot food.
  • Page 16: Oven Baking

    Oven Baking For best cooking results, heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies or pastries, etc... There is no need to preheat 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 Solutions...
  • Page 17: Convection Cooking (Some Models)

    Convection LOOKing (some models) 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, 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.
  • Page 18: Speed Bakecooking System (Some Models)

    Speed Bake TMCooking System (some m odels) Speed Bake Cooking System uses a fan to circulate the oven's heat uniformly continuously around the oven. This improved heat distribution allows for fast, even cooking and browning results. It also gives better baking results when using two racks at the same time. Heated air flows around the food from all sides, sealing in juices and flavors.
  • Page 19: Broiling

    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 BROILas instructed in the Owner's Guide.
  • Page 20: General Cleaning

    General Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range iscool. Remove spillovers and heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the effort required for major cleaning later. Surfaces How to Clean Vinyl and...
  • Page 21: Ceramicglass Cooktop (Some Models)

    General Cleaning Ceramic Glass Cooktop (somemodels) Special Caution for Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Cooking Utensils I) 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.
  • Page 22: Careand Cleaningof Stainless Steel (Some Models)

    General Cleaning (continued) Ceramic Glass Cooktop (somemodels)(continued) Use and Care of Glass Surface (continued) Cleaning Materials 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. Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply a cleaner cream to the ceramic surface.
  • Page 23 General f=_ll _• uean,ng (continued) Before cleaning any part of the range, make sure aJJ heating Cleaning the Appliance 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.
  • Page 24: Cleaning The Appliance

    General Cleaning (continued) Cleaning the Appliance (continued) Porcelain Enamel Cooktop Cleaning instructions. DO NOT use a cooktop Porcelain Enamel Cooktop Cleaning cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can Correct and consistent cleaning is essential to maintaining your porcelain enamel be hazardous to your health, and can cooktop.
  • Page 25 General Cleaning (continued) Cleaning the Appliance (continued) Cleaningthe RegularOven (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. I. Remove the oven door; see "To Remove and Replace Oven Door" section in this manual. 2.
  • Page 26: To Remove And Replacethe Oven Door

    General Cleaning (continued) Cleaning the Appliance (continued) DO NOT use the surface element in self-clean mode. During the self-clean cycle, the surface elements, when used, are subjected to high heat. To ensure maximum element life, do not use the surface element during a self-clean cycle. What to Expect During Cleaning While the oven is in operation, the oven heats to temperatures much higher than those used in normal cooking.
  • Page 27: Removable Outer Door Glass Panel (Some Models)

    Removable Outer Door Glass Panel (some models) Applicable only to models with an external glass panel not held with a frame. This design allows you to clean the inside face of the exterior door panel as well as the hidden face of the door inner glass.There are two different kinds of glass panel; one with a lower metal trim fixed on the underside of the glass panel and the other one with a lower metal support rail.
  • Page 28: Warmer Drawer (Some Models)

    Warmer Drawer (some models) Setting Warmer Drawer Controls To Operate the Warmer Drawer Your range is equipped with a warmer drawer. The purpose of the warmer drawer is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Always start with hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold food in the warmer drawer. All food placed in the warmer drawer should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil to maintain quality.
  • Page 29 Warmer Drawer (some m odels) Arranging Warmer Drawer Rack Positions Set the warmer drawer rack in the vertical position as shown below. The rack can be used in 2 ways: In the upright position to allow low profile food items to be placed both under and on top of the rack (for example, rolls or biscuits on top of the rack and a casserole dish under).
  • Page 30: 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 31 Avoid Service Checklist (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLECAUSE/SOLUTION RANGE DOES NOT OPERATE Surface elements do not heat. No power to range. Check steps "Entire range does not operate" above. Control knobs set too low. At very low heat settings of the control knobs, the surface signal light may come on;...
  • Page 32 Avoid Service Checklist cont n.ed PROBLEM POSSIBLECAUSE/SOLUTiON POOR BAKING RESULTS Baked foods too done or not Actual oven temperature and cooking times may vary from recipe or box instruction. If this done enough. is a new range, temperatures may differ from your old range. Older ovens may drift in temperature.
  • Page 33 Avoid Service Checklist (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLECAUSE/SOLUTION SELF-CLEANING OVEN (SOME MODELS) Self-clean cycle does not work. Follow steps specified in this manual for appropriate settings of controls. Door was not closed properly. Close door and start appropriate clean cycle again. Soil not completely removed after Failure to clean the bottom or front top of oven or door area, these surfaces get hot enough self-cleaning cycle, to burn on residue.
  • Page 34: Warranty

    Major Appliance Warranty lnformation 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...

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