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Thank you for choosing this appliance. The information contained within this
Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your
range. Pleaseread through the information contained in your literature pack to
learn more about your new appliance.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record in the spaceprovided below the model and serialnumbers found onthe right
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Serial Number:
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This Owner's Guide contains general
operating instructions for your rangeand
feature information for several models.
Your range may not have all the
described features.
Note: The instructions appearing in this
Owner's Guide are not meant to cover
every possible condition and situation
that may occur. Common sense and
caution must be practiced when
installing, operating and maintaining any
appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Pleasepay special attention to these symbols and follow all instructionsgiven.
Here is a brief explanation of the use of these symbols.
_This symbol will help alert you to situations that may _This symbol wil! help alert you to situations that
cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage, may cause bodily injury or property damage.
• Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using the
range. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking
the range. Never allow children to play with packaging material.
• Proper Installation--Be sure your appliance is properly
installed and grounded by a qualified technician in
accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSl/NFPA No.
70--latest edition and local code requirements. Install only
per installation instructions provided in the literature packagefor
this range.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an
authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the electrical
power to the range at the circuit breaker or fuse box in caseof an
emergency.
• User Servicing--Do not repair or replace any part of the
appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals.
All other servicingshoutdbe done only byaqualified technicianto
reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the range.
• Never modify or alter the construction of a range by
removing leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip
brackets/screws, or any other part of the product.
• ALL RANGES
CAN TIP.
• INJURYTO
PERSONS
COULD
RESULT.
• INSTALL
ANTI-TIP
DEVICE
PACKED WITH
RANGE.
•SEE
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS.
_'!'vOI-4_t_ll_[elTO REDUCE
THE RISKOFTIPPINGOF THE
RANGE,THE RANGEMUST
BESECUREDBY PROPERLY
INSTALLEDANTI-TIP
BRACKET(S)PROVIDEDWITH
THE RANGE. TO CHECK IF
THE BRACKET(S)IS
INSTALLEDPROPERLY,
REMOVETHE LOWERPANEL
OR STORAGEDRAWERAND
VERIFYTHAT THEANTI-TIP
BRACKET(S)ISENGAGED.
REFERTO THE INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONSFORPROPER
ANTI-TIP BRACKET(S)
INSTALLATION.
_Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or
drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and may
also cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to climb
or play around the range. Theweight of achild on an open door may
cause the range to tip, resulting in serious burns or other injury.
_Do not use the oven for storage.
_'l_J_Do not store items of interest to children in
the cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range.
Children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously
injured.
Storage in or on Appliance---Flammable materials should
not be stored in an oven, near surface units or in the storage
drawer (if equipped). This includes paper, plastic and cloth
items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as
flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such asaerosol cans,
on or nearthe range. Flammable materials may explode and result
in fire or property damage.
• Do not leave children alone. Children should not be left
alone or unattended in the area where an appliance is in
use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of
the appliance.
• DO NOTTOUCH SURFACEUNITS, AREAS NEARTHESE UNITS,
OVEN HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE
OVEN. Both surface units and oven heating elements may be hot
even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may
become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not
touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these
areas until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these
areas are the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, the oven vent
openings and surfaces near these openings, oven door and
window.
• Wear Proper ApparelmLoose-fitting or hanging garments
should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let
clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces.
_Never use your appliance for warming or
heating the room.
• Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires---Smother the
fire with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry chemical
or foam-type extinguisher.
• When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or grease
may catch fire if allowed to become too hot.
• UseOnly Dry Potholders--Moist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let the
potholders touch hot heating surface units or interior oven
elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a
potholder.
• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers--Build-up of
pressure may cause the container to burst and result in
injury.
• Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to be
stored or discarded.
_Cold temperatures can damage the
electronic control. When using the appliance for the first time, or
when the appliance has not been used for an extended period of
time, be certain the unit has been in temperatures above 32°F for at
least 3 hours before turning on the power to the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSccontinued
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
COOKTOP
• IMPORTANTwDo not attempt to operate the oven during
a power failure. If the power fails, always turn the oven
off. Ifthe oven is not turned off and the power resumes, the oven
will begin to operate again. Food left unattended could catch
fire or spoil.
• 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. Selectutensilshaving flat
bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit. The use of
undersized utensilswill expose a portion of the surface heating
unitto direct contact and may result in ignitionof clothing.Proper
relationship of utensil to the surface unit will also improve
efficiency.
• Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Should Not
Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units--To reduce the risk of
burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to
unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of the utensil
should be positioned sothat it is turned inward, and does not
extend over adjacent surface units.
• Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Settings--
Boilovers causesmoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite,or
a pan that hasboiled dry may melt.
• Protective Liners--Do not use aluminum foil to line oven
bottom or any other part of the range. Only use aluminum foil as
recommended for baking if used as a cover placed on the food.
Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in
a riskof electric shock or fire.
• Glazed Cooking Utensils--Only certain types of glass, glass/
ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for rangetop service without breaking due to the
sudden change in temperature. Check the manufacturer's
recommendations for rangetop use.
FOR GLASS COOKTOPS ONLY
• Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop--If cooktop should break,
cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken
cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified
technician immediately.
• Clean cooktop with Caution--lf a wet sponge or cloth is used
to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid asteam
burn. Some cleaners can produce harmful fumes if applied to a
hot surface.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
OVEN
• Use Care When Opening Door--Stand to the side of the range
when opening the door of ahot oven. Let hotair or steam escape
before you remove or replace food in the oven.
• Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven is vented
between the cooktop and the backguard. Touching the surfaces
in this area when the oven isoperating may cause severe burns.
Also, do not place plastic or heat-sensitive items on or near the
oven vent. These items could melt or ignite.
• Placement of Oven Racks. Always place oven racks in desired
location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is
hot, useextreme caution. Usepothotders and grasp the rack with
both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot
oven element or interior of the oven. Remove all utensils from the
rack before removing rack.
• Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan
and grid allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the
high heat of the broiler.
• Do not cover the broiler grid with aluminum foil. Exposedfat
and grease could ignite.
• Do not touch a hot light bulb with a damp cloth. Doing so
couldcausethe bulb to break. Disconnect the range or turn off the
power to the range before removing and replacing light bulb.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING
YOUR RANGE
• Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease
that could catch fire. Exhaustfan ventilation hoods and grease
filters should be kept clean. Do not allow grease to accumulate.
Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire. Refer to the hood
manufacturer's instructionsfor cleaning.
• Kitchen cleaners/aerosols--Always follow the manufacturer's
recommended directions for use. Be aware that excess residue
from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and/or
injury.
SELF-CLEANING OVENS:
• Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts of the oven
listed in this owner's guide. Before self-cleaning the oven,
remove the broiler pan and any utensils stored in the oven.
• Do not clean the oven door gasket.The door gasket isessential
for agood seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move
the gasket.
• Do not use oven cleaners. No oven cleaner or oven liner
protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any
part of the oven.
SAVE HESE INSTRUCTIONS
Control Pad
Functions
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For
satisfactoryuseofyour oven,become familiar with the various functions ofthe oven
as describedbelow.
CANCEL PAD-- Used to
cancel any function
previously entered except
the time of day and
minute timer. Push
CANCEL to stop
BAKE PAD--
Used to enter
the normal
baking mode
temperature.
VARI BROIL
PAD-- Used
to select the
variable broil
function.
CLEAN PAD--
Used to select
the self-
cleaning cycle.
UP and DOWN ARROW PADS-- Used along with the
function pads to select oven temperature, cooking time,
stop time (when programming an automatic stop time),
time of day, clean time and minute timer.
OVEN, PRE-HEAT & LOCK LIGHTS--
The "OVEN" light will glow each time
the oven element turns on to maintain
the set oven temperature. The "PRE-
HEAT" light will glow when the oven is
first setto operate, or if the desired
temperature isreset higherthan the
actual oven temperature. The "LOCK"
light will flash until the door locks when
the self-clean cycle is in use. tt glows
constantly after the door locks.
TIMER ON/OFF
PAD-- Used to set
or cancel the
minute timer. The
minute timer does
not start or stop
cooking.
CLOCK PAD-- Used
to set the time of day.
FEATURE
INDICATOR
LIGHTS-- These
light to show which
feature isin use.
BAKE TIME PAD--
Used to enter the
length of the baking
time.
STOP TIME PAD--
Used to set the desired
stop time for baking.
Can be used with BAKE
TIME to program a
delayed bake cycle.
The oven can be programmed to:
• Bake normally
• Time bake
• Vari Broil
• Self-clean
For a silent control panel:
When choosinga function, a beep will be heardeach time a pad ispushed. If desired, the controlscan be programmed for slier
operation. Pushand hold STOP TIME. After 7 seconds,the controlwill beep once. This will block the controlsfrom soundir
when a pad ispushed. To return the sound, push and hold STOPTIME again for 7 secondsuntil 1 beep isheard.
Note: The control will return to the audible mode after a power outage.
Temperature conversion:
The electronic oven control isset to operate in °F (Fahrenheit) when shippedfrom the factory. The oven can be programw
for any temperature from 170°F to 550°F (65°C to 287°C).
To change the temperature to °C (Celsius) or from °C to °F (control should not be in a Bake or Clean mode):
1. PushVARI BROIL. " " appears in the display.
2. Pushand hold the UP ARROW until "HI" appears in the display.
3. Pushand hold VARI BROIL until °For °C appears in the display.
4. Pushthe UP or DOWN ARROW to change °F to °C or °C to °F.
5. Push any function pad to return to normal operating mode.
Setting the Clock and
Minute Timer
To Set the Clock
When the range isfirst plugged in, or when the power supplyto the range has
been interrupted, the display will flash "12:00".
1. Push CLOCK.
2. Within 5 seconds, push and hold the UP or DOWN ARROW until the correct
time of day appears in the display.
Note: The clock cannot be changed during any timed bake or self-clean cycle.
To Set the Minute Timer
1. PushTIMER ON/OFF.
2. Pushthe UP ARROW to increase the time in one minute increments. Pushand
hold the UP ARROW to increase the time in I0 minute increments. The timer
can be set for any amount of time from I minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes.
Note: If you push the DOWN ARROW first, the timer will advance to 11 hours
and 59 minutes.
3. The display shows the timer count down in minutes until one minute remains.
Then the display will count down in seconds.
4. When the settime has run out, the timer will beep 3 times. It will then continue
to beep 3 times every 60 seconds until TIMER ONIOFF is pushed.
Note: The minute timer does not start or stop cooking. It servesas an extra timer
in the kitchen that will beep when the set time has run out. The minute timer can
be used alone or during any of the other oven functions. When the minute timer
isin usewith anyother mode, the minute timer will be shown in the display. Toview
other functions, push the function pad for that mode.
To Change the Minute Timer while it is in use:
While the timer isactive and shows in the display, push and hold the UPor DOWN
ARROW to increase or decrease the time.
To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out:
PushTIMER ON/OFF.
Surface Cooking
Ceramic-Glass Cooktop
The ceramic-glass cooktop has electric heating coils located below the surface of
the glass. 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. Heat is transferred up through the surface of the
cooktop to the cooking utensil. Only flat-bottomed pans should be used. The type
and sizeof the cookware, number of units in useand the settings of the surface units
are factors that will affect the amount of heat that will spread to areassurrounding
the units. The areassurrounding the surface units may become hot enough to cause
burns.
The cooktop should not be used asa cutting board or work surface in the kitchen.
Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop may cause it to crack. Panswith
rough bottoms may scratch the cooktop surface. Placing foods directly on the
smoothtop surface (without cooking utensils)isnever recommended asdiscoloration
and more difficult cleaning will result.
Your range may be equipped with any combination of the surface units
described below.
Radiant Surface Units
The radiant surface unit is a group of heating coils enclosed in a ceramic fixture
below the glass cooktop. The surface unit temperature risesgradually and evenly.
As the temperature rises,the unit will glow red. To maintain the selected setting,
the unit will cycle on and off. The surface heating unit retains enough heat to
provide a uniform and consistent heat during the off cycle. The ceramic fixture
thermally insulates the heating unit, concentrating heat in the heating zone. For
efficient cooking, turn off the unit several minutes before cooking iscomplete. This
will allow residual heat to complete the cooking. The amount of residual heat
depends on the type and quality of cooking utensil, the quantity of food being
cooked and the selected heat setting.
Dual Radiant Surface Units (some models)
The dual radiant surface unit ismade up of an inner and outer coil within the same
surface unit. A control knob and rocker switch isused for operating the inner and
outer coils. The smaller unit or inner coil has a lower wattage and can be used to
prepare smaller quantities of foods in smaller pans. The larger unit or outer coil has
ahigher wattage and canbe used to prepare larger quantities of food in larger pans.
When using the outer coil, both coils will operate.
Indicator Light(s)
There are 2 different surface control lights that will glow on your range---a surface
signal light and a hot surface signal light for each surface unit.
The surface signal light, located on the control panel, glows when any surface
unit isturned on. A quick glance at the light after cooking is an easy check to be
sure all surface controls are turned off.
The hot surface signal light, located under the glass cooktop, wilt come on asthe
surface cooking or warming area heats up and will continue to glow until the glass
cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level.
Setting Surface
Controls
OFF
OFF
1 HI
To Operate the Radiant Surface Units
Push in and turn the surface unit control knob in either direction to the desired
setting. Eachsurface unit provides a constant amount of heat at each setting. Start
most cooking operations on a higher setting; then turn to a lower setting to finish.
A glowing red surface unit extending beyond the bottom edge of the cooking
utensil indicates the utensil istoo small for the unit. The control knob does not have
to be set exactly on a particular mark. Use the marks as a guide and adjust the
control knob as needed.
To Operate the Dual Radiant Unit Control (some models)
Setthe rocker switch to the desired coil size.• indicates inner coil only. ® indicates
both inner and outer coils operate. You may switch from either coil setting at any
time during the cooking process. Push in and turn the dual surface unit control
knob in either direction to the desired setting.
Ill--Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers,
spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it is in use.
These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch
fire if placed too closeto the surface unit.
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Setting Warm Zone
Controls
(some models)
Use the warm zone to keep cooked
foods hot such as: vegetables, gravies,
casseroles,soups, stews, breads, pastries
and oven-safe dinner plates.
OVEN LIGHT
OFF
LO
Warm Zone Recommended Food
Settings Chart
Food Item Heating
Level
Breads/Pastries LO
Casseroles LO
Dinner Plates with Food LO
Eggs LO
Gravies LO
Meats MED
Sauces MED
Soups (cream) MED
Stews MED
Vegetables MED
Fried Foods HI
Hot Beverages HI
Soups (liquid) HI
To Operate the Warm Zone
Your range isequipped with awarm zone. The purpose of the warm zone isto keep
hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Always start with hot food. It is not
recommended to heat cold food on the warm zone.
All food placed on the warm zone should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil to
maintain quality. For best results, when warming pastries or breads, the cover
should have an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not use plastic wrap to
cover food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very difficult to clean.
Useonly dishware, utensils and cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use
on the warm zone.
_Unlike the surface elements, the warm zone will not glow red when
it is hot.
_Always usepotholders or oven mitts when removing food from the
warm zone as cookware and plates will be hot.
Indicator Lights
The surface indicator light is located below the warm zone control. It turns on
when the control isset, and stayson until the control isturned off. The hot surface
indicator light, located under the glass cooktop, will come on when the control is
set and will continue to glow until the glass cooktop hascooled down to a moderate
level.
To Set the Warm Zone Control
1. Tosetthe control, push inand turn the knob. The temperatures are approximate,
and are designated by HI, MED and LO. However, the control can beset at any
position between HI and LO for different levels of heating.
2. When done, turn the control to OFF.The warm zone will remain warm until the
hot surface indicator light goes off.
Temperature Selection
Referto the chart inthe side column for recommended heating levels. If a particular
food isnot listed, start with the medium level, and adjust asneeded. Most foods can
be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium level.
Warm & Serve Zone Control
Warm & Serve Zone Surface Indicator
Hot Surface Indicator Light
Cooktop design may vary.
Before Setting Oven
Controls
Arranging Oven Racks
AL WAYSARRANGEOVENRACKSWHEN THEOVENISCOOL(PRIORTOOPERATING
THEOVEN). Always useoven mitts when using the oven.
Oven Vent Location
The oven vent is located below the
backguard. When the oven ison, warm
air is released through the vents. This
venting is necessary for proper air
circulation in the oven and good baking
results.
OVEN VENT
REMOVING & REPLACING
OVEN RACKS
To remove, pull the rack forward until
it stops. Lift up front of rack and slide
out. To replace, fit the rack onto the
guides on the ovenwalls. Tilt the front
of the rack upward and slidethe rack
back into place.
ARRANGING OVEN RACKS WITH
5 RACK POSITIONS
To bake on 1 rack, place the rack on
position 3 or 4. To bake on 2 racks,
place the rackson positions 2 and 4.
1st Rack Position
nd Rack Position
rd Rack Position
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Setting Oven Controls
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To Set or Change the Temperature for Normal Baking
The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 550°F
(65°C to 287°C).
To Set the Controls for Normal Baking:
1. Push BAKE. "------" appears in the display.
2. Within 5 seconds, push the UP or DOWN ARROW. The display will show
"350% (177°C)." Byholding theUP or DOWN ARROW, the temperature can
then be adjusted in 5°F (1°C) increments.
3. As soon astheUP or DOWN ARROWis released, the oven will begin heating
to the selected temperature. When the displayed temperature reaches the
desired baking temperature, the control will beep 3 times.
4. To cancel the baking function, push CANCEL.
To Change the Oven Temperature after Baking has Started:
1. If you are using the timer, push BAKEand make sure the bake temperature is
displayed.
2. Pushthe UP or DOWN ARROW to increase or decrease the set temperature.
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Setting Oven Controls
(continued)
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Use caution when using
the automatic timer. Use the automatic
timer when cooking cured or frozen
meats and most fruits and vegetables.
Foods that can easily spoil such as milk,
eggs, fish, meat or poultry, should be
chilled in the refrigerator first. Even
when chilled, they should not stand in
the oven for more than 1 hour before
cooking begins, and should beremoved
promptly when cooking iscompleted.
To Set the Automatic Timer (Timed Bake Feature)
The BAKE TIME and STOP TIME controls operate the Timed Bake feature. The
automatic timer will turn the oven on and off at the times you select in advance.
The oven can be programmed to start immediately and shut off automatically or
to begin baking at a later time with an automatic shutoff.
To Program the Oven to Begin Baking Immediately and To Shut
Off Automatically:
1. Be sure that the clock shows the correct time of day.
2. Placethe food in the oven.
3. Push BAKE.
4. Within 5 seconds, push the UP or DOWN ARROW. The display will show
"350°F (177°C)." Byholding theUP or DOWN ARROW, thetemperature can
then be adjusted in 5°F (1°C) increments.
5. Push BAKETIME. "0:00" will flash in the display.
6. Pushthe UP or DOWN ARROW until the desired baking time appears in the
display.
Once the Controls are Set:
a. The oven will come on and begin heating to the selected baking temperature.
b. The oven temperature will show in the display.
When the Set Bake Time Runs Out:
a. "END" will appear inthe displaywindow and the ovenwillshut off automatically.
b. The control will beep 3 times every60 seconds until CANCEL ispushed.
To Program Oven for a Delayed Start Time and to Shut-Off
Automatically
Followsteps 1-6 above, THEN:
7. PushSTOP TIME. The earliest possible stop time will flash in the display.
8. Push the UP or DOWN ARROW until the desired stop time appears in the
display.
9. Oncethe controls areset, the control calculates the time when baking will start
in order to finish at the time you have set.
When the Set Bake Time Runs Out:
a. "END" willappearinthedisplaywindowandtheovenwillshutoffautomatically.
b. The control will beep 3 times every60 seconds until CANCEL is pushed.
To Change the Oven Temperature or Bake Time after Baking has Started:
1. Push the function pad you want to change.
2. Push the UP or DOWN ARROW to adjust the setting.
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Setting Oven Controls
(continued)
• •
Stop
Position
The broiler pan and its grid allow dripping
grease to drain and be kept away from
the high heat of the broiler. DO NOT use
the pan without its grid. DO NOT cover
the grid with foil. The exposed grease
could ignite.
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To Broil
1. Arrange oven rack while oven isstill cool. Position the rack assuggested in the
chart below.
Rack Position From Top Food
1 Rare steaks
2 Ham slices, fish, medium steaks,
hamburgers and chops
3 Well-done foods such as chicken
and lobster
2. PushVARI BROIL.
3. Pushand hold the UP or DOWN ARROW until the desired broil setting level
appears inthe display. Pushthe UPARROW for HI broil or the DOWN ARROW
for LO broil.
4. Placethe grid on the broiler pan, then place the food on the grid. DO NOT use
the broiler pan without the grid or cover the grid with aluminum foil. The
exposed fat could ignite.
5. Placethe pan on the oven rack. Open oven door to the broil stop position
and leave open when broiling.
6. Broil on one sideuntil food isbrowned; turn and cook on the second side. Season
and serve. Note: Always pull the rack out to the stop position before turning or
removing food.
7. When broiling isfinished, push CANCEL.
r_[_ Should an oven fire occur, closethe oven door and turn off the oven.
If the fire continues, use afire extinguisher. DO NOT put water or flour on the fire.
Flour may be explosive.
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Oven Cleaning
_l_rl!_T_J_During the self-cleaning
cycle,the outside of the range canbecome
very hot to the touch. DO NOT leave
small children unattended near the
appliance.
_!Ir_l_DO NOT line the oven
walls, racks, bottom or any other part
of the range with aluminum foil.
Doing so will destroy heat
distribution, produce poor baking
results and cause permanent damage
to the oven interior (aluminum foil
will melt to the interior surface of the
oven).
CLEAN FRAME
DO HAND
CLEAN DOOR
DO NOT
HAND
CLEAN OVEN
)R GASKET
Self-Cleaning Oven
A self-cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures (well above cooking
temperatures) which eliminate soil completely or reduce it to a fine powdered ash
you can wipe away with a damp cloth.
1. Adhere to the following cleaning precautions:
• Allow the oven to cool before precleaning.
• Wear rubber gloveswhen precleaning and while wiping up the residue after
the self-clean cycle.
• DO NOT useoven cleaners or oven protective coatings in or around any part
of the self-cleaning oven.
• DO NOT clean the oven door gasket. The woven material of the oven door
gasket isessential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage
or remove the gasket.
• DO NOT useany cleaning materials on the oven door gasket. Doing socould
cause damage.
2. Remove the broiler pan and insert, all utensils and any aluminum
foil. These items cannot withstand high cleaning temperatures.
3. Oven racks maybe left in the oven or may be removed. If they go through the
clean cycle their color will turn slightly blue and the finish will be dull. After the
cycle iscomplete and the oven hascooled, rub the sides of the rackswith wax
paper or a cloth containing asmall amount of baby oil or saladoil (this will make
the racks glide easierinto the rack position).
4. Removeany excessspillovers in the oven cavity before starting the self-cleaning
cycle. To clean, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Large spillovers can cause
heavy smoke or fire when subjected to high temperatures. DO NOT allow food
spillswith a high sugar or acid content (such asmilk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit
juices or pie filling) to remain on the surface asthey may cause a dull spot even
after cleaning.
5. Clean any soilfrom the oven frame, the door liner outside the oven door gasket
and the small area at the front center of the oven bottom. These areas heat
sufficiently to burn soil on. Clean with soap and water.
Stopping or Interrupting a Self-Cleaning Cycle
If it becomes necessaryto stop or interrupt a self-cleaning cycle due to excessive
smoke or fire:
1. PushCANCEL.
2. Once the oven hascooled down for about 1 HOURand the "LOCK" light has
gone out, the oven door can be opened.
_r_l'_ DO NOT force the oven door open. This can damage the automatic
door locking system. Use caution when opening the door after the self-cleaning
cycle is completed. The oven may still be VERY.HOT.
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Oven Cleaning
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• • • OWN • •
_Use care when opening
the oven door after the self-cleaning
cycle. Stand to the side of the oven when
opening the door to allow hot airorsteam
to escape,
To Start the Self-Clean Cycle
*We recommend a 2 hour self-clean cycle for light soils and a 3 hour cycle for
average to heavy soils (to assure satisfactory results).
To Set the Controls for a Self-Clean Cycle:
1. Be sure the clock shows the correct time of day.
2. PushCLEAN. "------" appears in the display.
3. Pushthe UPARROW until "3:00" appears in the display for a 3 hour cycle, or
push theDOWN ARROW until "2:00" appears inthe display for a2 hour cycle.
4. As soon as the UP or DOWN ARROW is released, "CLn" appears in the
display.
5. As soon as the controls are set, the motor driven lock will begin to close
automatically and the "Lock" indicator light will flash. DO NOT open the door
while the light isflashing (it takes about 15 seconds for the lock to close).
6. The "LOCK" light will glow until the cleaning cycle iscompleted or cancelled,
and the oven temperature has cooled.
When the Self-Clean Cycle is Completed:
1. The time of day will appear in the display window and the "LOCK" light will
continue to glow.
2. Once the oven hascooled down for about 1 HOUR and the "LOCK" light has
gone out, the oven door can be opened.
_1_[_1_1_ DO NOT force the oven door open. This can damage the automatic
door locking system. Use caution when opening the door after the self-cleaning
cycle is completed. The oven may still be VERYHOT.
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General Cleaning
_DO NOT use a cooktop
cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes
can be hazardous to your health, and
can chemically damage the ceramic-
glass surface.
[Iri_l_m_Before cleaning the
cooktop, be sure the controls are turned
to OFF and the cooktop is COOL.
Ceramic-Glass Cooktop Cleaning
Correct and consistent cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic-glass
cooktop. If food spills, grease spatters and metal rub-off from aluminum
cookware are not removed, they may be burned onto the surface of the cooktop
and cause permanent discoloration.
Daily Cleaning
For normal soil:
1. Allow cooktop surface to cool.
2. Wipe up spillsand spatters using a clean paper towel. Always use anew, clean
paper towel when cleaning the ceramic-glass cooktop.
3. Rub a few drops of a recommended ceramic-glass cooktop cleaning cream
onto soiled area using a clean, damp paper towel. Buff with a dry paper
towel until all soil and cream are removed. Frequent cleaning leaves a
protective coating of silicone which helps in preventing scratches and
abrasions. Clean surface with the cooktop cleaning cream after each use.
4. Rinsewith another clean damp, paper towel. Buff dry with a dry paper towel.
For heavy, burned-on soil:
1. Allow cooktop surface to cool.
2. Carefully scrape soil with a metal razor blade scraper. Hold razor blade
scraper at a 30° angle to the cooktop.
3. Remove loosened soil with a clean paper towel.
4. Apply cooktop cleaning cream as described for normal soil.
5. Ifanysoil remains, repeatthe steps listed above. After all soil hasbeen removed,
polish the entire surface with the cooktop cleaning cream.
For sugary spillovers:
Sugary spills can cause pitting of your cooktop surface. Therefore, you must
begin cleaning the spills while the cooktop isstill hot. Use caution when following
the steps below.
1. Turn off all surface units and remove all pans immediately.
2. Wearing an oven mitt, usea razor blade scraper to scrape the hot spill out of
the cooking zone to a cooler area on the cooktop.
3. Allow the cooktop to cool.
4. Follow the instructions above for heavy, burned-on soil.
DO NOT use the following on the ceramic-glass cooktop:
• Abrasive plastic, nylon, metal scouring or cloth pads. They may scratch the
cooktop and make it more difficult to clean later.
• Sponges, cloths or dish towels. Lint or soil remaining on the cooktop from a
cloth or sponge can burn and cause discoloration.
• Anything that may melt (plastics, aluminum foil).
• Cleansers other than a recommended ceramic-glass cooktop cleaning cream.
• Chlorine bleach, ammonia, hydrofluoric acid, chemical oven cleaners or any
other kind of chemical cleaner. They may etch or discolor the cooktop.
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General Cleaning
Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range
Beforecleaning anypart of the range, be sure all controlsare turned OFFand the
range isCOOL. Remove spillovers and heavy soiling as soon aspossible. REGULAR
CLEANINGSWILL REDUCETHE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANINGS LATER.
Surfaces
Aluminum (Trim Pieces) &
Vinyl
Glass, Paint and Plastic
Control Knobs, Body Parts, and
Decorative Trim
Control Panel
Porcelain Enamel
Broiler Pan and Insert, Door
Liner, Body Parts
Stainless Steel, Chrome
(Decorative Trim)
Oven Racks
How to Clean
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
For general cleaning, usehot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-
up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leaveon soil for 30 to 60 minutes.
Rinsewith a damp cloth and dry. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials;
they can scratch. To remove control knobs, turn to the OFFposition; grasp firmly and pull
straight off the shaft. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob
and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Before cleaning the controlpanel, turn all controls to OFFand remove the control knobs.
To remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft. Clean using hot, soapy water and a
dishcloth. Be sure to squeeze excess water from the cloth before wiping the panel;
especially when wiping around the controls. Excesswater in or around the controls may
cause damage to the appliance. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of
both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Gentle scouring with a soapyscouring pad will remove most spots. Rinsewith a 1:1 solution
of clear water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked
paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinsewith clean water and a damp cloth, and then scrub
with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinseand wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners
or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven
cleaners on the cooktop.
Clean with hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinsewith clean water and a dishcloth. Cover
stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked papertowel for30 to40 minutes. Rinse.Cleaners
made especially for stainlesssteel are recommended. Besure to rinse the cleaners asbluish
stains may occur during heating and cannot be removed.
Oven racks may be removed or left in the oven during the self-clean cycle for cleaning. If
removed, clean by using a mild, abrasive cleaner following manufacturer's instructions.
Rinse with clean water and dry.
If the racksare cleaned in the self-clean cycle,their color will turn slightly blue and the finish
will be dull. After the self-clean cycle is complete, and the oven has cooled, rub the sides
of the racks with wax paper or a cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad oil
(this will make the racks glide easier into the rack positions).
To clean oven door, wash with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth. DO NOT immerse the
door in water.
DO NOT clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a woven material
which isessential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or remove the
gasket.
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General Cleaning
(continued)
I _lr_l'J_lTi_ Thedoor isheavy.Forsafe,
temporary storage, laythe door flat with
the inside of the door facing down.
To Remove and Replace Oven Door
To Remove Oven Door:
1. Open the door to the fully opened position.
2. Remove the screws (A) on each side of the oven door.
3. Close the door about three-fourths of the way to the quarter-open position.
Grasp the door firmly on both sides and lift up and off the hinges.
4. To clean oven door, seethe cleaning chart on page 17.
To Replace Oven Door:
1. Be sure the hinge arms are in the quarter-open position. Be careful if pulling
the hinges open by hand. The hinges may snap back against the oven frame
and could pinch fingers.
2. Hold the door at the sides near the top. Insert the hinge arms into slots at the
bottom of the door.
3. Hinge arms must go into the range slots evenly. The hinge arms should be
inserted into the bottom corners of the door as far asthey can go.
4. If the door isnot in line with the oven frame, remove it and repeat the above
steps.
5. Be sure to replace the screws on the oven door.
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Changing Cooktop and/
or Oven Lights
(some models)
_Be sure the range is
unplugged and all parts are COOL
before replacing the surface or oven
lights. Wear a leather-faced glove for
protection against possible broken glass.
v
To Change the Cooktop Light (some models)
1. Turn power off at the main source or unplug the range.
2. Remove Phillips® Head screws (2) that secure the light cover and then lift the
light cover off.
3. Remove bulb by rolling back and up. Install the new bulb by sliding down and
rolling forward into place.
4. Re-install light cover and secure with Phillips® Head screws (2).
To Change the Oven Light (some models)
On some models, the oven light automatically turns on when the door isopened.
Some models have a switch located on the control panel to turn on the light. The
oven light islocated at the rear of the oven and iscovered with a glass shield held
by a wire holder. The glass shield must be in place whenever the oven is in use.
To replace the oven light:
1. Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the range.
2. Presswire holderto one side to releasethe glass shield.
3. Replace bulb with a new 40 watt appliance bulb.
4. Replace glassshieldover bulb and snapwire holder into place.
5. Turn power back on again at the main source (or plug the range back in).
6. The clock(ifequipped) will then need to be reset. To reset, see Setting the
Clock and Minute Timer in this Owner's Guide.
Adjusting Oven
Temperature
Note: The adjustments made will not
change the self-cleaning temperature.
The temperature in the oven has been set at the factory. When first using the oven,
be sure to follow recipe times and temperatures. If you think the oven istoo hot or
too cool, the temperature inthe oven canbe adjusted. Before adjusting, test arecipe
by using a temperature setting that is higher or lower than the recommended
temperature. The baking results should help you to decide how much of an
adjustment is needed.
To Adjust Oven Temperature:
1. Push BAKE.
2. Setthe temperature to 550°F (287°C) bypushing and holding theUP ARROW.
3. Within 2 seconds, push and hold BAKE until the special2 digit display appears.
Release BAKE. The display now indicates the amount of degrees offset
between the original factory temperature setting and the current temperature
setting. If the oven control hasthe original factory calibration, the display will
read "00."
4. The temperature can now be adjusted up or down 35°F (17°C), in 5°F(1°C)
steps, by pushing and holding the UP or DOWN ARROW. Adjust until the
desired amount of offset appears in the display.
5. When you have made the desired adjustment, pushCANCELto go back to the
time of day display. When adjusting oven temperature, a minus sign (-) will
appear before the number to indicate that the oven will be cooler by the
displayed amount of degrees.
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Avoid Service Checklist
Beforeyou call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list
includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or
materials in this appliance.
This oven is equipped with a state of the art electronic oven controller. Among its
many features isafull time oven circuit diagnostics system. The controller constantly
monitors its internal circuitry aswell as several crucial oven circuits to insure they are
all operating correctly. If at any time one of these systems fails, the controller will
immediately stop operation, beeping and flashing an error code of F1 or F3* in the
display window.
OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Range is not level.
Poor installation. Placeoven rack in center of oven. Placea level on the oven rack.
Adjust leveling legsat base of range until the oven rack is level.
Be sure floor islevel and isstrong and stable enough to adequately support range.
If floor issagging or sloping, contact a carpenter to correct the situation.
Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear unlevel. Be sure cabinets are
square and have sufficient room for range clearance.
Cannot move appliance easily.
Appliance must be accessible for
service.
Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly. Contact builder or installer to make
appliance accessible.
Carpet interferes with range. Provide sufficient space so range can be lifted over
carpet.
*Oven control beeps and displays F1 Electronic control hasdetected a fault condition. Push CANCELto clear the display
or F3. and stop the beeping. Reprogram oven. If fault recurs, record fault number, push
CANCEL and contact authorized servicer.
Surface unit too hot or not hot
enough.
Incorrect control setting. Make sure the correct control ison for the surface unit to
be used.
Surface unit does not heat.
Lightweight or warped pans used. Use only flat, evenly balanced, medium or
heavyweight cookware. Flat pansheat better than warped pans. Cookware materials
and weight of the material affect heating. Heavy- and medium-weight pans heat
evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly, foods may burn easily.
No power to the appliance. Check stepsunder "Entire Appliance Does Not Operate"
in this Avoid Service Checklist.
Incorrect control setting. Make sure the correct control is on for the surface unit to
be used.
Oven and/or cooktop light (some
models) does not work.
Replace or tighten bulb. See Changing Cooktop and/or Oven Lights in this
Owner's Guide for instructions.
Entire appliance does not operate, Make sure cord/plug is plugged tightly into outlet.
Service wiring is not complete. Contact your dealer, installing agent or authorized
servicer.
Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for
service.
2O
Oven smokes excessively during
broiling.
Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructions under Setting Oven Controls.
Make sure oven door isopened to broil stop position.
Meat too closeto the element. Reposition the rack to provide proper clearance
between the meat and the element. Preheat broil element for searing.
Meat not properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining fatty
edges to prevent curling, but do not cut into lean.
Grid on broiler pan wrong side up and grease not draining. Always place grid on
the broiler pan with ribsup and slotsdown to allow grease to drip into pan.
Grease has built up on oven surfaces.Regular cleaning isnecessary when broiling
frequently. Old grease or food spatters cause excessivesmoking.
Poor baking results. If baked food items aretoo dark on top or bottom, allow the oven to preheat to set
temperature before placing food in oven. Make sure the proper rack position is
usedwhen baking. Settemperature 25°F (10°C) lower than recommended. If food
is not done after recommended time, increase the set temperature 25°F (10°C).
Self-cleaning cycle does not work. Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructionsunder Oven Cleaning.
Self-cleaning cyclewas interrupted. Follow steps under "Stopping or Interrupting
a Self-Cleaning Cycle" under Oven Cleaning.
Soil not completely removed after
self-cleaning cycle.
Failureto clean bottom, front top of oven, frame of oven or door area outside oven
seal. These areasare not in the self-cleaning area, but get hot enough to burn on
residue. Cleanthese areasbefore the self-cleaning cycleisstarted. Burned-on residue
can be cleaned with a stiff nylon brush and water or a nylon scrubber. Be careful
not to damage the oven gasket.
Flames inside oven or smoking from
vent.
Excessivespillovers in oven. Setself-clean cycle for a longer cleaning time.
Excessivespillovers in oven. This is normal, especially for pie spillovers or large
amounts of greaseon bottom of oven. Wipe up excessivespillovers before starting
cycle. If flames or excessivesmokeare present, stop the self-cleancycleand follow
steps under "Stoppingor Interrupting a Self-CleaningCycle" in the Oven Cleaning
section.
Scratches or abrasions on cooktop
surface.
Coarse particles such as salt or sand between cooktop and utensils can cause
scratches. Be surecooktop surface and bottoms of utensils areclean before usage.
Small scratches do not affect cooking and will become less visible with time.
Cleaning materials not recommendedfor ceramic-glass cooktop have been used.
See "Ceramic-GlassCooktop Cleaning" in the General Cleaning section.
Cookware with rough bottom hasbeen used. Usesmooth, flat-bottomed cookware.
Metal marks.
Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface. Do not slide metal utensils
on cooktop surface. Use a ceramic-glass cooktop cleaning creme to remove the
marks. See "Ceramic-GlassCooktop Cleaning" in the General Cleaning section.
Brown streaks or specks. Boilovers are cooked onto surface. Use razor blade scraper to remove soil. See
"Ceramic-Glass Cooktop Cleaning" in the General Cleaning section.
Areas of discoloration with metallic
sheen.
Mineral deposits from water and food. Remove using a ceramic-glass cooktop
cleaning creme. Use cookware with clean, dry bottoms.
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Notes
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Notes
23
FRIGIDAIRE SMOOTHTOP RANGE WARRANTY
Your Frigidaire product is protected by this warranty
WARRANTY FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED THE CONSUMER WILL BE
PERIOD SERVICERS, WILL: RESPONSIBLE FOR:
FULL ONE-YEAR One year from original Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this Costs ofservicecallsthatare listed underNORMAL
WARRANTY purchasedate, appliance which prove to be defective in materials or RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER.*
workmanship.
UMITED 2ND- 5TH Second through fifth Provide a replacement for any defective surface heating Diagnostic costs and any transportation and labor
YEAR WARRANTY years from original element, deteriorated rubberized-silicone seal (upswept costs which are required because of service.
(Glass Smoothtop, purchase date. models only), or glasssmoothtop that cracksdue to thermal
Seal & Elements) breakage (not customer abuse).
LIMITED WARRANTY Timeperiodslistedabove. Alloftheprovisionsofthefullandlimitedwarrantiesabove Costsofthetechnician'straveltothehomeandany
(Applir_ble to the and the exclusions listed below apply, costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance
State of Alaska) required because of service.
Your appliance iswarranted by Frigidaire Company, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no person to change or add to
any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire Company
Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.
*NORMAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the
items listed below:
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in
accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.
3. Proper connection to a grounded power suppiy of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose
connections or defects in house wiring.
4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are
not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.
5. Damages to finish after installation.
6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).
EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING
FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you.
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary
household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.
3. Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Frigidaire servicers; use of parts other than
Frigidaire Company Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external causessuch
as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.
IF YOU NEED
SERVICE
Keepyour billof sale,deliveryslip,orsomeother appropriatepayment record.The date onthe billestablishesthe warranty
periodshould servicebe required. If serviceisperformed, it isin your bestinterestto obtain and keep all receipts. This
written warranty givesyouspecificlegal rights.You mayalsohave other rightsthat varyfrom stateto state. Serviceunder
this warranty must be obtained byfollowing these steps,in order:
1. Contact Frigidaire Company Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.
2. If there isa question as to where to obtain service, call or write our Consumer Relations Department at:
Frigidaire
P.O. Box 7181
Dublin, Ohio 43017
(8o0) 944-9o44
EIFRIGIDAIRE
COMPANY
Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made
by White Consolidated Industries, Inc. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico.
