Crosley BEC212ES1 Use & Care Manual

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CONTENTS
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Product Registration ....................................................... 2
Important Safety Instructions ..................................... 3-4
Installation Instructions .............................................. 5-6
Oven Light ......................................................................6
Surface Light .................................................................. 6
Circuit Protection ............................................................ 7
Setting Surface Controls ................................................. 7
Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils ................................ 7
Specialty Pans & Trivets .................................................. 8
Canning Tips & Information ........................................... 8
Indicator Light ................................................................ 9
Oven Baking.................................................................... 9
Air Circulation................................................................ 10
Broiling .......................................................................... 10
Oven Settings................................................................ 10
Ceramic Glass Cooktop ........................................... 11-14
Cleaning the appliance............................................ 15-17
To Remove and Replacethe Oven Door ........................ 17
Removable Outer Door Glass Panel .............................. 18
Warmer Drawer (some models) ............................... 19-20
Avoid Service Checklist ........................................... 21-24
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
318200426
(0204)
Rev.B

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Elecrrl"c CONTENTS Page Product Registration ............2 Important Safety Instructions ........3-4 Installation Instructions ..........5-6 Oven Light ..............6 Surface Light ..............6 Circuit Protection ............7 Setting Surface Controls ..........7 Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils ........ 7 Specialty Pans & Trivets ..........8 Canning Tips &...
  • 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

    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 (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: 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 (1.3cm (1/2") to the cabinet side walls and the rear wall).
  • Page 6: Oven Light

    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.
  • Page 7: Circuit Protection

    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. Setting Surface Controls NOTE: Control knob shown is typical only.
  • 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: 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

    Air Circulation in the If using multiple pans, stagger as shown. If using one pan, place in center of oven. 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...
  • Page 11: Ceramic Glass Cooktop

    L J_ Ceramic Glass L.OOKI;Op (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 12 Ceramic Glass L.OOK Op(some m odels)(continued) Hot Surface Indicator Light (some models) k_ _j_ Indicator Light 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 isturned off, it will continue to glow as long as the glass remains warm enough to cause burns.
  • Page 13 Ceramic Glass .OOK Op (some mode s)(continued) 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.
  • Page 14: Ceramic Glass Cooktop

    I_J_ Ceramic Glass LOOKtOp (some models)(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 # 1F°O_lM,_ ..
  • Page 15 . ean n 9 pp.ance Before cleaning any part of the range, make sure all heating Exterior Cleaning elements are turned to OFF "0" and are cool. 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 16: Cleaning The Appliance

    Cleaning the Appliance (continued) Cleaning the Self-Clean Oven (some models) Adhere to the following cleaning precautions: ° Allow the oven to cool before cleaning. ° Wear rubber gloves when cleaning any exterior parts of the oven manually. During the self-cleaning cycle, the outside of the wall oven can become very hot to the touch. DO NOT leave small children unattended near the appliance.
  • Page 17: To Remove And Replacethe Oven Door

    Cleaning the Appliance (Continued) 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.
  • Page 18: Removable Outer Door Glass Panel

    Removable Outer Door Glass Panel (some m odels) 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 19: 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 20 Warmer Drawer (some models) 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 21: 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 22 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 23 Avoid Service Checklist (continued) 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 24: Avoid Service Checklist

    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.

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