Frigidaire FCFE2425AS 24 Inch Freestanding Electric Range

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808575807 B (August 2020)
use
&
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ELECTRIC
RANGE
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . .3
Cooking Recommendations. . . . . . . . .9
Before Setting Surface Controls . . . . . 12
Setting Surface Controls. . . . . . . . . . 15
Before Using Oven Controls. . . . . . . . 16
Setting Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Before you Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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INTRoduCTIoN
INTRoduCTIoN
Welcome to our
family
Thank you for bringing Frigidaire into your home!
We see your purchase as the beginning of a long
relationship together.
This manual is your resource for the use and care
of your product. Please read it before using your
appliance. Keep it handy for quick reference. If
something doesn’t seem right, the troubleshooting
section will help you with common issues.
FAQs, helpful tips and videos, cleaning products,
and kitchen and home accessories are available at
www.frigidaire.com.
We are here for you! Visit our website, chat with an
agent, or call us if you need help. We may be able
to help you avoid a service visit. If you do need
service, we can get that started for you.
Let’s make it ocial! Be sure to register your
product.
Keep your product info here so it’s easy to find.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Serial Number
Location
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ImpoRTANT SAfETy INSTRuCTIoNS
dEfINITIoNS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert of potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in death or serious injury.
CAuTIoN
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
ImpoRTANT
Indicates installation, operation or
maintenance information which is
important but not hazard-related.
ImpoRTANT SAfETy INSTRuCTIoNS
Read all instructions before using this
appliance.
This manual contains important safety
symbols and instructions. Please pay
attention to these symbols and follow all
instructions given.
Do not attempt to install or operate your
appliance until you have read the safety
precautions in this manual. Safety items
throughout this manual are labeled with a
WARNING or CAUTION statement based
on the risk type.
Warnings and important instructions
appearing in this guide are not meant to
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. Common sense, caution,
and care must be exercised with installing,
maintaining, or operating your appliance.
NoTE
Indicates a short, informal reference –
something written down to assist the
memory or for future reference.
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
• A child or adult can tip
the range and be killed.
• Verify the anti-tip device
has been installed to floor
or wall.
• Ensure the anti-tip device is
re-engaged to floor or wall when the
range is moved.
• Do not operate the range without the
anti-tip device in place and engaged.
• Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death or serious burns to
children and adults.
Range
leveling
leg
Anti-tip
bracket
To check if the anti-tip bracket is installed
properly, use both arms to grasp the rear edge
of the range back. Carefully attempt to tilt
range forward. When properly installed, the
range should not tilt forward.
Refer to the anti-tip bracket installation instruc-
tions supplied with your range for proper
installation.
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ImpoRTANT INSTRuCTIoNS foR
uNpACKING ANd INSTALLATIoN
ImpoRTANT
Read and follow the below instructions
and precautions for unpacking, installing,
and servicing your appliance.
Remove all tape and packaging before
using the appliance. Destroy the carton
and plastic bags after unpacking the
appliance. Never allow children to play
with packaging material. Do not remove
the wiring label and other literature
attached to the appliance. Do not remove
model/serial number plate.
Cold temperatures can damage the
electronic control. When using this
appliance for the first time, or when
the appliance has not been used for an
extended period of time, be sure the
appliance has been in temperatures above
32ºF (0ºC) for at least 3 hours before
turning on the power to the appliance.
Never modify or alter the construction of
the appliance by removing the leveling
legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip brackets/
screws, or any other part of the appliance.
Be sure to have an appropriate foam-
type fire extinguisher available, visible,
and easily accessible located near the
appliance.
All materials used in construction of
supports, enclosures, and cabinets
surrounding the appliance must have a
temperature rating above 200ºF / 94ºC.
GRouNdING INSTRuCTIoNS
WARNING
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock.
Failure to follow this warning may cause
serious injury, fire, or death.
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock.
Do not use an adapter plug, use an
extension cord, or remove grounding
prong from the power cord. Failure to
follow this warning may cause serious
injury, fire, or death.
Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance
is properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. In the United States,
install in accordance with the National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NPFA No.
54, latest edition and National Electrical
Code NFPA No. 70 latest edition, and local
electrical code requirements. In Canada,
install in accordance with CAN/CGA B149.1
and CAN/CGA B149.2 and CSA Standard
C22.1, Canadian Electrical code, Part
1-latest editions and local electrical code
requirements. Install only per installation
instructions provided in the literature
package for this appliance.
For personal safety, this appliance must
be properly grounded. For maximum
safety, the power cord must be securely
connected to an electrical outlet or
junction box that is the correct voltage,
is correctly polarized and properly
grounded, and protected by a circuit
breaker in accordance with local codes.
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ImpoRTANT SAfETy INSTRuCTIoNS
It is the personal responsibility of the
consumer to have the appropriate outlet
or junction box with the correct, properly
grounded wall receptacle installed by a
qualified electrician. It is the responsibility
and obligation of the consumer to contact
a qualified installer to assure that the
electrical installation is adequate and is
in conformance with all local codes and
ordinances.
See the installation instructions packaged
with this appliance for complete
installation and grounding instructions.
CAuTIoN
When heating fat or grease, watch
it closely. Grease may catch fire if it
becomes too hot.
Do not use water or flour on grease fires.
Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical
or foam-type extinguisher. Cover the fire
with a pan lid or use baking soda.
Use dry potholders. Moist or damp
potholders on hot surfaces may result in
burns from steam. Do not let potholders
touch hot cooking areas. Do not use
towels or other bulky cloths.
WARNING
Storage In or on Appliance—Flammable
materials should not be stored in an oven
or microwave, near surface burners or
elements, or in the storage or warmer
drawer (if equipped). This includes
paper, plastic, and cloth items, such as
cookbooks, plastic ware, and towels, as
well as flammable liquids. Do not store
explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or
near the appliance.
do not leave children alone - Children
should not be left alone or unattended in
the area where appliance is in use. They
should never be allowed to sit or stand
on any part of the appliance, including
the storage drawer, lower broiler drawer,
warmer drawer, or lower double oven.
Do not store items of interest to children
in the cabinets above the appliance or
on the backguards of ranges. Children
climbing on or near the appliance to
reach items could be seriously injured.
WARNING
Do not allow children to climb or play
around the appliance. The weight of a
child on an open oven door may cause
the appliance to tip, resulting in serious
burns or other injury. An open drawer
when hot may cause burns.
Stepping, leaning, or sitting on the door
or drawers of this appliance can result in
serious injuries and also cause damage to
the appliance.
Never cover any slots, holes or passages
in the oven bottom or cover and entire
rack with materials such as aluminum
foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the
oven and may cause carbon monoxide
poisoning. Aluminum foil linings may also
trap heat, causing a fire hazard.
Do not use oven or warmer drawer (if
equipped) for storage.
Never use your appliance as a space
heater to heat or warm the room. Doing
so may result in carbon monoxide
poisoning and overheating of the
appliance.
ImpoRTANT INSTRuCTIoNS foR
uSING THE AppLIANCE
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ImpoRTANT SAfETy INSTRuCTIoNS
ImpoRTANT INSTRuCTIoNS foR uSING
youR RAdIANT CooKTop
Know which knob or key controls each
surface heating area. Place cookware with
food on the cooking area before turning
it on. Turn the cooking area o before
removing the cookware.
Cookware handles should be turned
inward and not extend over adjacent
surface elements — To reduce the risk of
burns, ignition of flammable materials, and
spillage due to unintentional contact with
the utensil, the handle of the cookware
should be positioned so that it is turned
inward, and does not extend over other
cooking areas.
CAuTIoN
Do not heat unopened food containers -
Build-up of pressure may cause container
to burst and result in injury.
Wear proper apparel - Loose-fitting or
hanging garments should never be worn
while using the appliance. Do not let
clothing or other flammable materials
contact hot surfaces.
Do not touch surface burners or
elements, areas near these burners or
elements, interior surfaces of the oven,
or the warmer drawer (if equipped).
Surface burners and elements may be
hot even though they appear cool. Areas
near surface burners and elements 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 are cool.
These areas may include the cooktop,
surfaces facing the cooktop, oven vent
areas, oven door, and oven window.
Do not attempt to operate the appliance
during a power failure. If the power
fails, always turn o the appliance. If
the appliance is not turned o and the
power resumes, electric surface elements
may resume operation when power is
restored. Once the power resumes, reset
the clock and the oven function.
Use proper pan size - This appliance is
equipped with one or more surface units
of dierent sizes. Select cookware with flat
bottoms that match the surface unit size.
Using the proper cookware on the cooking
area will improve eciency.
Glazed cooking utensils— Only certain
types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic,
earthenware, or other glazed utensils
are suitable for cooktop service without
breaking due to the sudden change in
temperature. Check the manufacturers
recommendations for cooktop use.
Improper cookware may break due
to sudden changes in temperature.
Check the cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations for cooktop use.
Never leave surface elements unattended.
Boil-overs may cause smoking and greasy
spills that may ignite. A pan that has
boiled dry could be damaged and may
damage the cooktop.
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Use care when opening oven door, lower
oven door, or warmer drawer (some
models). Stand to the side of the appliance
when opening the door of a hot oven. Let
hot air or steam escape before you remove
or replace food in the oven.
Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed.
Touching surfaces in this area when the
oven is on may cause severe burns. Do not
place plastic or heat-sensitive items on or
near the oven vent. These items can melt
or ignite.
ImpoRTANT INSTRuCTIoNS foR GLASS
ANd CERAmIC CooKTopS
Do Not Clean or Operate a 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 glass with caution. If a wet
sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on
a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid a
steam burn. Some cleaners can produce
harmful fumes if applied to a hot surface.
Avoid scratching the cooktop glass with
sharp objects.
ImpoRTANT INSTRuCTIoNS foR uSING
youR oVEN
Protective liners—Do not use aluminum
foil, aftermarket oven liners, or any
other materials or devices to line oven
bottom, oven racks, or any other part
of the appliance. Only use aluminum
as recommended for baking, such as
lining cookware or as a cover placed on
food. Any other use of protective liners
or aluminum foil may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire or a short circuit.
Placement of oven racks - Always place
oven racks in desired location while oven
is cool. If rack must be moved while oven
is hot, do not let potholder contact hot
burner or element in oven. Use potholders
and grasp the rack with both hands to
reposition. Remove all cookware and
utensils before moving the rack.
Do not use a broiler pan without its insert.
Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat
to drain away from the high heat of the
broiler. Do not cover the broiler insert with
aluminum foil; exposed fat and grease
could ignite.
Do not cook food on the oven bottom.
Always cook in proper cookware and
always use the oven racks.
Do not use a searing grill meant for use
with a broiler pan on the cooktop. The
searing grill is not designed for use on the
cooktop. Doing so may result in a fire.
When you are flaming foods under a
ventilating hood, turn on the fan.
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SERVICE ANd mAINTENANCE
Do not repair or replace any part
of the appliance unless specifically
recommended in the manuals. All other
servicing should be done only by a
qualified technician. This reduces the risk
of personal injury and damage to the
appliance.
Always contact your dealer, distributor,
service agent, or manufacturer about
problems or conditions you do not
understand.
Ask your dealer to recommend a
qualified technician and an authorized
repair service. Know how to disconnect
the power to the appliance at the
circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an
emergency.
Remove the oven door from any unused
oven if it is to be stored or discarded.
Do not touch a hot oven light bulb with
a damp cloth. Doing so could cause the
bulb to break. Handle halogen lights
(if equipped) with paper towels or soft
gloves. Disconnect the appliance or shut
o the power to the appliance before
removing and replacing the bulb.
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CLEANING youR AppLIANCE
CAuTIoN
Before manually cleaning any part of the
appliance, be sure all controls are turned
o and the appliance is cool. Cleaning a
hot appliance can cause burns.
Clean the appliance regularly to keep all
parts free of grease that could catch fire.
Do not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy
deposits in the fan could catch fire.
Always follow the manufacturers
recommended directions for use of
kitchen cleaners and aerosols. Be aware
that excess residue from cleaners and
aerosols may ignite causing damage and
injury.
Clean venitlating hoods frequently
- Grease should not be allowed to
accumulate on hood or filter. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning
vent hoods.
WARNING
California Residents: for cancer and
reproductive harm information, visit
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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CooKING RECommENdATIoNS
Bakeware
The material of bakeware aects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food.
material Attributes Recommendation
Shiny metal bakeware
Shiny, aluminum, and non-coated
bakeware is the best for even
heating. It is suitable for all baked
goods.
Recommended cooking temperatures
and times are based on shiny metal
bakeware.
Dark metal bakeware
Dark bakeware cooks hotter than
shiny bakeware.
Reduce the cooking temperature
by 25F (13-14° C) when using dark
bakeware.
Glass bakeware Glass bakeware cooks hotter
than shiny bakeware.
Glass is convenient, as the same
piece of bakeware can be used
for cooking, serving, and storing
food.
Reduce the cooking temperature by
25°F (13-14° C) when using glass
bakeware.
Insulated bakeware Insulated bakeware cooks cooler
than shiny bakeware.
Insulated bakeware is designed
for baking in gas ovens.
Reduce the cooking temperature by
25° F (13-14° C) when using insulated
bakeware.
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CooKING RECommENdATIoNS
Cooking Conditions
Conditions in your kitchen can aect the performance of your appliance when cooking food.
Conditions
Attributes Recommendation
Aging cookware As pans age and become
discolored, cooking times may
need to be reduced slightly.
If food is too dark or overcooked, use
the minimum cook time in the recipe or
packaging.
If food is too light or undercooked, use the
middle to maximum cook time in the recipe
or packaging.
High altitude Air is drier and air pressure is
lower.
Water boils at a lower
temperature, and liquids
evaporate faster.
Foods may take longer to
bake.
Doughs may rise faster.
Adjust cooking temperature, cooking time, or
recipes as needed.
Increase amount of liquid in baking recipes.
Increase cook time on cooktop. Cover dishes
to reduce evaporation.
Increase bake time or oven temperature.
Reduce amount of baking soda or baking
powder in recipe. Reduce rising time or
punch down dough and allow it to rise twice.
Cooking Results
Small adjustments may fix a problem with food not being as done as you like or more done than you like.
problem
Recommendation
Food too light Use the middle to maximum cook time recommended on packaging or recipe.
Food too dark Use the minimum cook time recommended on packaging or recipe.
Cooking Tips
Use these additional tips to get the best results from your appliance.
Cooking
Recommendation
Baking
Rack placement Follow the instructions in “Single Rack Baking” on page 20
When using only one rack, place the rack so the food is in the center of the
oven.
Preheat Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies, cakes, biscuits and
breads. Insert food immediately after the beep.
Checking food Use the window and oven light when checking food. Opening the door may
reduce baking performance.
Bake or Convection Bake Convection bake is the best function to use for baking on multiple racks. For
best performance, see “Convection Bake” on page 22.
Food placement Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between bakeware for proper air
circulation.
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CooKING RECommENdATIoNS
Cooking
Recommendation
Broiling / Roasting
Broiling pan For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with a broil pan insert
designed to drain the fat from the food, help avoid spatter, and reduce
smoking. The broiler pan will catch grease spills, and the insert helps
prevent grease splatters.
If a broiler pan and insert are not supplied with this appliance, they may be
purchased from Frigidaire.com.
Convection Cooking
Convection attributes Convection cooking uses a fan to circulate hot air around the oven and
food. It browns food more evenly and reduces hot spots in the oven.
Convection saves time when using multiple racks or cooking several food
items at once.
Convection bake Reduce cooking temperature by 25° F (13-14° C) from the recipe unless the
recipe is written for convection baking.
Preheat the oven for best results.
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using proper Cookware
The size and type of cookware used will influence
the heat setting needed for best cooking results.
Be sure to follow the recommendations for using
proper cookware as illustrated in Figure 1 and
Figure 2.
figure 1: Testing cookware
Check for flatness by
rotating a ruler across
the bottom of the
cookware (see Figure 1).
Cookware should have
flat bottoms that make
good contact with the
entire surface of the
heating element (see
Figure 2).
•F
lat bottom and straight
sides.
•T
ight fitting lids.
•W
eight of handle does
not tilt pan. Pan is well
balanced
.
•P
an sizes match the
amount of food to be
prepared and the size
of the surface element.
•M
ade of material that
conducts heat well.
•E
asy to clean.
•A
lways match pot
diameter to element
size.
•C
urved and warped pans.
•Cookware larger than
element by more than
one-half inch or 12mm.
•Heavy handle tilts pan.
•Pan is much smaller
than the element.
figure 2: proper cookware
Cookware material Types
The cookware material determines how evenly
and quickly heat is transferred from the surface
element to the pan bottom. The most popular
materials available are:
Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some
types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized
aluminum cookware resists staining and
pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the
ceramic cooktop, they may leave metal marks
which will resemble scratches. Remove these
marks immediately.
Copper - Excellent heat conductor but
discolors easily (see Aluminum).
Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven
cooking results. Durable, easy to clean, and
resists staining.
Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor however
will retain heat very well. Cooks evenly
once cooking temperature is reached. Not
recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.
porcelain-enamel on metal -Heating
characteristics will vary depending on base
material. Porcelain-enamel coating must be
smooth to avoid scratching ceramic cooktops.
Glass - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended
for ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may
scratch the glass.
ImpoRTANT
Do not place empty aluminum, glass or porcelain-
enamel coated cookware on the ceramic
cooktop! The melting point of cookware made
with these materials may be reached quickly
especially if left empty, and they may bond to
the ceramic cooktop. If the cookware melts it will
damage the cooktop! Be sure to follow all the
cookware manufacturers suggestions when using
any type of cookware on the ceramic cooktop.
CAuTIoN
The cooktop should not be used as a cutting
board or work surface. Dropping heavy or hard
objects on the cooktop may crack it. Pans with
rough bottoms may scratch the cooktop surface.
Placing food directly on the smoothtop surface
(without cooking utensil) is not recommended as
dicult cleaning will result and foods may smoke
and cause potential fire hazard. Never use the
griddle or similar cooking sheet on the ceramic
glass cooktop.
BEfoRE SETTING SuRfACE CoNTRoLS
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Hot Surface
Cooktop
Hot Surface Indicator Light
Your appliance is equipped with a radiant surface
control indicator light, which is located on the
control panel (Figure 4).
The Hot Surface indicator light will glow when any
surface cooking area heats up and will remain on
until the glass cooktop has cooled to a moderate
level.
CAuTIoN
The glass surface may still be hot and burns may
occur if the glass surface is touched before the
indicator light has turned o.
NoTE
Radiant elements have a limiter that allows
the element to cycle on and o, even at the HI
setting. This helps to prevent damage to the
ceramic smooth top. Cycling at the HI setting
is normal and can occur if the cookware is too
small for the radiant element or if the cookware
bottom is not flat.
For detailed information about the ceramic
cooktop, refer to the “Cooktop Cleaning” on
page 29.
Cooktop Indicator Light
The Cooktop indicator light will turn on when one
or more elements are turned on. A quick glance
at this indicator light when cooking is finished is
an easy check to be sure all surface elements are
turned o (Figure 3).
Hot Surface
Cooktop
CAuTIoN
Do not allow aluminum foil, or any material that
can melt, to make contact with the ceramic glass
cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop, they
will damage the ceramic cooktop.
About Surface Elements
For ecient cooking, turn o the element several
minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow
residual heat to complete the cooking process. The
type and size of cookware, the number of surface
elements in use and their settings are all factors
that will aect the amount of heat that will spread
to areas beyond the surface elements. The areas
surrounding the elements may become hot enough
to cause burns.
About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop
The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements
located below the surface of the glass. The design
of the ceramic cooktop outlines the area of the
surface element underneath. Be sure to match the
pan size with the diameter of the element outline
on the cooktop and only flat-bottomed cookware
should be used. The element temperature rises
gradually and evenly. As the temperature rises, the
element will glow red. To maintain the selected
setting the element will cycle on and o. The
heating element retains enough heat to provide a
uniform and consistent heat during the o cycle.
figure 3: Cooktop indicator Light Location
figure 4: Hot Surface indicator Light Location
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Home Canning
CAuTIoN
Canning can generate large amounts of steam.
Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always
raise the lid to vent steam away from you. Safe
canning requires that harmful micro-organisms
are destroyed and the jars are sealed completely.
When canning in a water bath canner, a gentle
but steady boil must be maintained continuously
for the required time.
Be sure to read and observe all the following
points when home canning with your appliance.
Check with the USDA (United States Department
of Agriculture) Web site and be sure to read all
the information they have available as well as
follow their recommendations for home canning
procedures.
Use only quality flat bottom canners when home
canning. Use a straight-edge to check canner
bottom.
Use only a completely flat bottom canner with no
ridges that radiate from the bottom center when
home canning. Heat is spread more evenly when
the bottom surface is flat.
Make sure the diameter of the canner does not
exceed 1 inch beyond the surface element markings
or burner. It is recommended to use smaller
diameter canners on electric coil and ceramic glass
cooktops and to center canners on the burner
grates.
Start with hot tap water to bring water to boil more
quickly.
Use the highest heat seating when first bringing
the water to a boil. Once boiling is achieved,
reduce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain
that boil.
Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully.
Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural
Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars
for the latest canning information.
It is best to can small amounts and light loads.
Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on
high heat for an extended amount of time.
Alternate surface units between each batch to
allow the units and surrounding surfaces to cool
down. Try to avoid canning on the same burner
unit all day.
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SETTING SuRfACE CoNTRoLS
Surface Cooking Elements and Settings
The cooktop has four single radiant or coil surface
elements, depending upon your appliance.
The size and type of utensil used, and the amount
and type of food being cooked will influence the
surface element power level setting needed for
best cooking results. Use Table 1 to determine
the correct setting for the type of food you are
preparing.
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant
or coil surface element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob
in either direction to the desired setting
(Figure 6). Start most cooking operations
on a higher setting and then turn to a lower
setting to finish cooking. Each surface element
provides a constant amount of heat at each
setting. A glowing red surface heating area
extending beyond the bottom edge of the
cookware indicates the cookware is too small
for the surface heating area.
3. When cooking has completed, turn the surface
control knob to OFF before removing the
cookware.
Surface Cooking Tips:
For ecient cooking, turn o the element
several minutes before cooking is complete.
This will allow residual heat to complete the
cooking process.
The Cooktop indicator light will glow when
one or more elements are turned on. A quick
glance at these indicator lights when cooking is
finished is an easy check to be sure all surface
elements are turned o.
CAuTIoN
Radiant surface elements may appear to have
cooled after they have been turned o. The
indicator light will turn on and will continue to
glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to
a moderate level. The glass surface may still be
hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is
touched before the indicator light has turned o.
Do not allow aluminum foil, empty glass/porcelain
cookware or any material that can melt to make
contact with the ceramic cooktop. If these items
melt on the cooktop they may damage the
ceramic cooktop.
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 close to the surface elements.
To operate the Surface Elements:
Setting Type of Cooking
HIGH
(HI)
Start most foods; bring water
to a boil and pan broiling
MEDIUM HIGH
(8-10)
Continue a rapid boil; frying,
deep fat frying
MEDIUM
(6)
Maintain a slow boil; thicken
sauces and gravies; steaming
vegetables
Medium LOW
(2-4)
Keep foods cooking; poaching
and stewing
LOW
(LO)
Keep warm, melting and
simmering
Table 1: Recommended settings for surface
elements
OFF Hi 8 7 6 Med 4 3 2 Lo
Sim
Hot Surface
Cooktop
figure 5: Surface control knobs
figure 6: Control knob shown is typical only
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BEfoRE uSING oVEN CoNTRoLS
WARNING
Protective Liners — Do not use aluminum foil
to line the oven bottom. Only use aluminum
foil as recommended in this manual. Improper
installation of these liners may result in risk of
electric shock or fire.
BEfoRE uSING oVEN CoNTRoLS
oven vent location
The oven vent is located under the control panel.
When the oven is on, warm air passes through
this vent. This venting is necessary for proper air
circulation in the oven and good baking results. Do
not block oven vent. Never close o the openings
with aluminum foil or any other material. Steam or
moisture may appear near the oven vent. This is
normal.
The cooling fan
The cooling fan operates during and after cooking.
Air is expelled through the vents between the oven
door and the control panel, as shown in Figure 7.
figure 7: oven
vent location
figure 8: oven rack types
Removing, Replacing, and Arranging
oven Racks
CAuTIoN
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using
the oven. When cooking, the oven interior, oven
exterior, oven racks, and cooktop will become
very hot which can cause burns.
To arrange - Always arrange the oven racks when
the oven is cool (prior to operating the oven).
To remove - Pull the oven rack straight forward
until it reaches the stop position. Lift up front of
oven rack slightly and slide out.
To replace - Place the oven rack on the rack guides
on both sides of oven walls. Tilt the front of oven
rack upward slightly and slide the oven rack back
into place. Be sure oven racks are level before
using.
Types of oven racks
figure 9: Removing, replacing, and arranging
racks
Air Circulation in the oven
The rack has a special shape in the rear which
helps with the heat circulation.
Do not push the baking tray all the way to the
back wall of the cavity. This prevents the heat from
circulating around the tray. The food may be burnt,
especially in the rear part of the tray.
For best air circulation when baking, allow a space
of 2 inches (5 cm) around the cookware for proper
air circulation. Be sure pans and cookware do not
touch each other, the oven door, sides, or back of
the oven cavity.
Hot air must be able to circulate around cookware
for even heat to reach the food.
flat oven
rack
oset oven
rack
This appliance comes with two flat racks.
Flat oven racks may be used for most cooking
needs and may be placed in most oven rack
positions.
The oset oven rack (some models) provides
additional step down positions from the
standard flat rack design. The oset design
positions the base of the rack about ½ of a rack
position lower than the flat rack and may be
used in most oven rack positions. To maximize
oven cooking space, place the bottom oven
rack in the lowest rack position for baking or
roasting large cuts of meat.
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SETTING oVEN CoNTRoLS
SETTING oVEN CoNTRoLS
oven
oven
temp
temp
oven
oven
mode
mode
Oven
Oven
Timer
Timer
oven Control features
1. Up / Down arrows - Use to adjust and set the
appliance’s timer functionality.
2. Timer - Use to set or cancel the minute timer.
The minute timer does not start or stop any
cooking function.
3. Oven temp knob - Use to select the desired
cooking temperature.
4. Oven mode knob - Use to select the desired
oven mode.
5. Oven indicator light - Glows each time the oven
cycles on to maintain the set oven temperature.
6. Oven light - Use this switch to turn the internal
oven light on or o.
7. Conv broil - Use to select the convection broil
function, best for thicker cuts of meat, fish and
poultry. Convection broiling gently browns the
exterior and seals in the juices.
8. Conv bake - Use to select convection baking,
which is used to obtain the best culinary results
when baking with multiple pans and racks at
any temperature.
9. Keep Warm - Use to keep cooked foods at
serving temperature.
10. Broil - Use to set the broil function.
11. Bake - Use to enter the normal baking mode
temperature and start a normal baking
function.
1
2
3
4
5
6
oven
oven
mode
mode
Press the oven light switch located on
the control panel to turn the interior
oven light on and o. The light is
located in the rear of the oven interior.
To replace the interior oven light,
see “Replacing the Oven Light” on
page 33.
figure 10: oven light switch
Setting the Time
You must set the time before you operate the oven.
When you connect the appliance to the electrical
supply or after a power outage, the display flashes
automatically.
To set the time:
1. Press Timer. The timer activate symbol will
come on.
2. Use and to set the correct time of day.
After approximately five seconds, the flashing
stops and the display shows the time of day
you set.
To change the time:
1. When the appliance is active, press and hold
and at the same time.
2. When the dot between the hour and minutes
flashes, use and to set the new time.
operating the oven Light
7
8
9
10
11
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ImpoRTANT
With the Duration and End functions, the
appliance will stop cooking automatically.
Timer functions
This appliance is equipped with three timer options: minute countdown timer, cook time (dur), and end
time (ENd).
function Application
Minute Timer ( )
Use to track your cooking times without interfering with the cooking process.
The timer may be set from a minimum time of 1 minute to a maximum of 23
hours and 59 minutes.
Cook Time Duration
(dur)
Use to set the cooking time of the oven, from 1 minute to 10 hours.
End Time (ENd) Use to program the oven when to stop cooking, from 1 minute to 10 hours.
display Indicators
AB
D
C
figure 11: Clock display functions
A: Duration and End time indicator
B: Time display
C: Timer active indicator
D: Minute timer indicator
To set a timer function:
1. For Duration (dur) and END (end), use the
oven temp and oven mode knobs to set an
oven function and cooking temperature. (This is
not necessary for .)
2. Press Timer until the desired function option
appears, indicated by the bell symbol, dur, or
ENd, and starts to flash.
3. Press or to set the desired timer function.
The timer function activates, and the
corresponding indicator will appear in the
display. For End and dur, A will also appear in
the display.
NoTE
Duration and End time may be used at the same
time if you want the appliance to activate and
deactivate automatically. First, set Duration.
Then, set End.
4. When the time ends, the function’s indicator
on the display will start flashing and an signal
will sound for two minutes. Press any button to
stop the signal.
To cancel the timer function:
1. Press Timer until the desired function option
appears.
2. Press and hold and at the same time. The
timer function will go out after several seconds.
To change the acoustic signal:
1. To hear the current signal, press and hold .
2. Repeatedly press to change the signal.
3. Release . The last tone you heard will be the
new signal.
4. Wait five seconds for the setting to be
confirmed.
NoTE
When the appliance is disconnected from the
outlet or after a power outage, the signal tone
will be set back to the default tone.
Table 2: Timer functions
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SETTING oVEN CoNTRoLS
oven
oven
temp
temp
CAuTIoN
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using
the oven. When cooking the oven interior, oven
racks, and cooktop will become very hot which
can cause burns.
Do not bake foods directly on the oven bottom.
To avoid damaging the oven interior and
surfaces, always bake foods in the oven using
bakeware positioned on an oven rack.
Setting Bake
Use the bake feature whenever the recipe calls for
baking using normal temperatures.
To set bake:
1. Arrange oven racks while the oven is still cool.
2. Allow oven to preheat for 8-to-10 minutes
before baking. Preheating is not necessary
when roasting, cooking casseroles, or broiling
most foods.
3. Turn the oven mode knob to the bake position
(Figure 12).
figure 12: oven mode knob
oven
oven
mode
mode
4. Turn the oven temp knob to the desired
temperature position (Figure 13).
oven
temp
figure 13: oven temp knob
WARNING
Incorrect operation of the appliance or defective
components can cause dangerous overheating.
To prevent this, this appliance has a safety
thermostat which interrupts the power supply.
The appliance activates again automatically when
the temperature drops.
5. To cancel the baking function, turn the
oven mode and oven temp knobs to the off
positions.
figure 14: oven rack positions
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SETTING oVEN CoNTRoLS
ImpoRTANT
For this appliance, single rack radiant bake is the
recommended bake function for best results for
batter and dough-based baked goods such as
cakes, pastries, and breads.
Single Rack Baking
figure 15: Baking with a single rack
If you choose to use a single rack while cooking,
then radiant baking is preferred.
For best results when baking with one oven
rack, place racks in positions 2 or 3 (Figure 14).
When baking using one oven rack, position
bakeware as shown in Figure 15. Allow at least
2 inches (5 cm) of space between bakeware for
proper air circulation.
NoTE
The single rack baking image is correct, but it’s
also for presentation purposes. You may also
bake with the left pan in the front and the right
pan in the back. Either position for either pan
bakes correctly.
multi-Rack Baking
figure 16: Baking with multiple levels & racks
If you choose to use multiple rack while cooking,
then Convection baking is preferred.
For best results when baking cakes or cookies
using two oven racks, place racks in positions
1 and 3 (Figure 14) and place pans as shown in
Figure 16.
Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between
bakeware for proper air circulation.
ImpoRTANT
When baking using two oven racks, the pans on
each rack must be swapped half way through the
cook time for best results.
General Baking Tips:
Preheat the oven 8-10 minutes before baking
items like cookies, biscuits, cakes, and breads.
Dark or dull pans absorb more heat than shiny
bakeware, resulting in dark or over browning
of foods. It may be necessary to reduce the
oven temperature or cook time to prevent
over browning of some foods. Dark pans
are recommended for pies. Shiny pans are
recommended for cakes, cookies, and muns.
Do not open the oven door too often. Opening
the door will reduce the temperature in the
oven.
Glass bakeware is a slow heat conductor. May
require reducing oven temperature.
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food item Rack position Temperature Cook time in minutes
1st side 2nd side
doneness
Steak 1” thick 3rd
4th
550°F
550°F
7:00
8:00
6:00
7:00
Rare
Medium
Pork Chops 3/4 “thick 3rd or 4th 550°F 8:00 6:00 Well
Chicken - Bone In 3rd 550°F 20:00 10:00 Well
Chicken Boneless 3rd or 4th 550°F 8:00 6:00 Well
Fish 3rd 550°F 13:00 -- Well
Shrimp 3rd 550°F 5:00 -- Well
Hamburger 1” thick 3rd
3rd or 4th
550°F
550°F
7:00
9:00
6:00
7:00
Rare
Medium
a
The U.S. Department of Agriculture states, “Rare fresh beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C)
means some food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide, USDA Rev. June 1985.) The
lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145°F (63°C) for medium rare fresh beef. For beef medium 160°F, well done
170°F.
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SETTING oVEN CoNTRoLS
Setting Broil
Use to cook meats that require direct exposure to
radiant heat for optimum browning results. Position
the rack as suggested in Table 3.
NoTE
Keep the oven door closed when broiling. The
escaping heat could damage appliance knobs
and controls.
To set broil:
1. Arrange the oven rack while oven is still cool.
Turn the oven mode knob to the broil position
(Figure 12).
2. Turn the oven temp knob to the desired
temperature position (Figure 13). For optimum
results, preheat broil for 2-to-5 minutes before
adding food.
3. Place the insert on the broil pan (if equipped),
then place the food on the broil pan insert (if
using a broiler pan and insert). To purchase a
broiling pan and insert, visit frigidaire.com
4. Place the broiler pan and insert on the oven
rack. Center the broiler pan directly under the
broiler element. Broil on one side until food is
browned. Always pull the oven rack out to the
stop position before turning or removing food.
Turn and broil food on the second side.
5. To cancel the broiling function, turn the oven
mode and oven temp knobs to the off
positions.
Table 3: Broil recommendations
a
Searing
Grill
Broiler
Pan
Broiler Pan
& Insert
Broiler
Insert
WARNING
Should an oven fire occur, keep oven door closed
and turn o the oven. If the fire continues, throw
baking soda on the fire or use a fire extinguisher.
Do not put water or flour on the fire. Flour may
be explosive and water can cause a grease fire to
spread and cause personal injury.
The broiler pan and the insert allow grease to
drain and be kept away from the high heat of the
broiler. Do not use the pan without the insert.
Do not cover the insert with aluminum foil; the
exposed grease could ignite
CAuTIoN
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using
the oven. When cooking, the oven interior, oven
racks, and cooktop will become very hot which
can cause burns.
figure 17: Broil accessories
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SETTING oVEN CoNTRoLS
oven
oven
mode
mode
Setting Convection Bake
Convection functions use a fan to circulate the
oven’s heat uniformly and continuously around the
oven (Figure 18). This improved heat distribution
allows for fast, even baking and browning results.
It also gives better baking results when using two
oven racks at the same time. Heated air flows
around the food from all sides, sealing in juices and
flavors. Breads and pastry brown more evenly. Most
foods baked in a standard pan will bake faster and
more evenly with the convection feature. Multiple
rack baking may slightly increase bake time for
some foods, but the overall result is time saved.
Benefits of Convection Bake:
Superior multiple oven rack performance.
Foods bake more evenly.
Foods can bake up to 25 to 30% faster.
ImpoRTANT
When using convection bake, decrease your
normal cooking times. Adjust the cook time for
desired doneness as needed. Time reductions will
vary depending on the amount and type of food
to be cooked.
CAuTIoN
Be aware that the convection fan will continue to
run after the door is opened. This is normal. Use
caution when reaching inside of the oven. Hot air
will be pushed out of the appliance.
figure 18: Air movement using convection
To set convection bake:
CAuTIoN
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using
the oven. When cooking the oven interior, oven
racks, and cooktop will become very hot which
can cause burns.
Do not bake foods directly on the oven bottom.
To avoid damaging the oven interior and
surfaces, always bake foods in the oven using
bakeware positioned on an oven rack.
1. Arrange oven racks while the oven is still cool.
2. Allow oven to preheat the oven for 8-to-10
minutes before baking. Preheating is not
necessary when roasting, cooking casseroles, or
broiling most foods.
3. Turn the oven mode knob to the conv bake
position (Figure 19).
figure 19: oven mode knob
4. Turn the oven temp knob to the desired
temperature position (Figure 20).
figure 20: oven temp knob
oven
oven
temp
temp
oven
temp
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WARNING
Incorrect operation of the appliance or defective
components can cause dangerous overheating.
To prevent this, this appliance has a safety
thermostat which interrupts the power supply.
The appliance must be manually activated after
the temperature drop, restoring the timer.
5. To cancel the baking function, turn the
oven mode and oven temp knobs to the off
positions.
figure 21: oven rack positions
figure 22: Baking with a single rack
ImpoRTANT
For this appliance, single rack radiant bake is the
recommended bake function for best results for
batter and dough-based baked goods such as
cakes, pastries, and breads.
For best results when baking with one oven
rack, place racks in positions 2 or 3 (Figure 21).
When baking using one oven rack, position
bakeware as shown in Figure 22. Allow at least
2 inches (5 cm) of space between bakeware for
proper air circulation.
The single rack baking image is correct, but it’s
also for presentation purposes. You may also
bake with the left pan in the front and the right
pan in the back. Either position for either pan
bakes correctly.
If you choose to use a single rack while
cooking, then radiant baking is preferred. If you
choose to use multiple rack while cooking, then
Convection baking is preferred.
Setting Keep Warm
Keep Warm maintains a temperature of 170°F
(77°C) for keeping oven baked foods at serving
temperature until canceled.
Keep warm tips:
Always start with hot food. Do not use the keep
warm feature to heat cold food.
Food in heat-safe glass and glass ceramic
containers may need higher temperature
settings compared to food in regular
containers. Avoid repeated openings of the
oven, it will allow hot air to escape and the food
to cool.
Cover food to retain moisture.
To set keep warm:
1. Arrange interior oven racks and place food in
oven.
2. Set the oven mode knob to KEEp WARm.
3. To cancel KEEp WARm, turn the oven mode
knob to off.
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SETTING oVEN CoNTRoLS
multi-Rack Baking
figure 23: Baking with multiple levels & racks
If you choose to use multiple rack while cooking,
then Convection baking is preferred.
For best results when baking cakes or cookies
using two oven racks, place racks in positions
1 and 3 (Figure 21) and place pans as shown in
Figure 23.
Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between
bakeware for proper air circulation.
ImpoRTANT
When baking using two oven racks, the pans on
each rack must be swapped half way through the
cook time for best results. The top rack should go
on the bottom rack and the bottom to the top.
General Baking Tips:
When using convection, use bakeware with low
sides. This allows the air to circulate around the
food evenly.
Because most food items will cook faster and
more evenly with the convection feature, it is
advisable to reduce recipe’s recommended
temperature by 25° for best results. Follow
the recipe’s instructions using the minimum
recommended cook time.
When using Conv Bake, cook time reductions
may vary depending on the amount and type
of food being cooked.
Fully preheat the oven for 8-10 minutes before
baking items like cookies, biscuits and breads.
Dark or dull pans absorb more heat than shiny
bakeware, resulting in dark or over browning
of foods. It may be necessary to reduce the
oven temperature or cook time to prevent
over browning of some foods. Dark pans
are recommended for pies. Shiny pans are
recommended for cakes, cookies, and muns.
Do not open the oven door too often. Opening
the door will reduce the temperature in the
oven.
Glass bakeware is a slow heat conductor. May
require reducing oven temperature.
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SETTING oVEN CoNTRoLS
Setting Convection Broil
Use convection broil to cook thicker cuts of meat,
fish, and poultry that require direct exposure to
radiant heat and the convection fan for optimum
browning results. Convection broil gently browns
the exterior and seals in the juices. It uses the broil
element and a fan to circulate the oven’s heat
evenly and continuously within the oven.
The convection fan will begin rotating once
convection broil has been activated.
Convection Broiling Tips:
Always pull the rack out to the stop position
before turning or removing food.
Always broil or convection broil with the oven
door closed.
For optimum results, preheat the broil element
for 2-to-5 minutes before adding food.
Broil one side until the food is browned; turn
and cook on the second side. Season and serve.
Always use the broiler pan and its insert when
broiling, if included. It allows the dripping
grease to be kept away from the high heat of
the broil element.
Do not use the broil pan without the insert.
Do not cover the broil pan insert with foil. The
exposed grease could catch fire. Do not use the
roasting rack when broiling.
Since convection broil cooks food quickly,
reduce the cook time by 25% from the
recommended cook time of your recipe (check
the food at this time). If necessary, increase
cook time until the desired doneness is
obtained.
Searing
Grill
Broiler
Pan
Broiler Pan
& Insert
Broiler
Insert
figure 24: Broil accessories
To set convection broil:
WARNING
Should an oven fire occur, keep oven door closed
and turn o the oven. If the fire continues, throw
baking soda on the fire or use a fire extinguisher.
Do not put water or flour on the fire. Flour may
be explosive and water can cause a grease fire to
spread and cause personal injury.
The broiler pan and the insert allow grease to
drain and be kept away from the high heat of the
broiler. Do not use the pan without the insert.
Do not cover the insert with aluminum foil; the
exposed grease could ignite.
CAuTIoN
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using
the oven. When cooking, the oven interior, oven
racks, and cooktop will become very hot which
can cause burns.
Be aware that the convection fan will continue to
run after the door is opened. This is normal. Use
caution when reaching inside of the oven. Hot air
will be pushed out of the appliance.
1. Arrange the oven rack while oven is still cool.
Turn the oven mode knob to the conv broil
position.
2. Turn the oven temp knob to the desired
temperature position. For optimum results,
preheat broil for 2-to-5 minutes before adding
food.
3. Place the insert on the broil pan (if equipped),
then place the food on the broil pan insert
(if using a broiler pan and insert). To purchase a
broiling pan and insert, visit frigidaire.com
4. Place the broiler pan and insert on the oven
rack. Center the broiler pan directly under the
broiler element. Broil on one side until food is
browned.
5. Turn and broil food on the second side.
6. To cancel the broiling function, turn the oven
mode and oven temp knobs to the off
positions.
NoTE
Always pull the oven rack out to the stop position
before turning or removing food.
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CARE ANd CLEANING
Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as
possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the diculty
of major cleaning later.
figure 25: use cleaners with caution
Surface or Area Cleaning Recommendation
Aluminum and vinyl Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water. Rinse
with clean water, dry and polish with a soft, clean cloth.
Painted and plastic control knobs
Painted body parts
Painted decorative trims
Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a
50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry and
polish with a soft, clean cloth. Glass cleaners may be used, but do
not apply directly to surface; spray onto cloth and wipe.
Control panel Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a
50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Do not spray liquids directly
on the oven control and display area. Do not use large amounts of
water on the control panel - excess water on the control area may
cause damage to the appliance. Do not use other liquid cleaners,
abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or paper towels - they will damage
the finish.
Control knobs Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a
50/50 solution of vinegar and water. To remove control knobs: turn
to the OFF position, grasp firmly, and pull o the shaft. To replace
knobs after cleaning, line up the OFF markings and push the knobs
into place.
Stainless Steel Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a
50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry
with a soft clean cloth. Do not use cleaners containing abrasives,
chlorides, chlorine, or ammonia.
Smudge Proof™ Stainless Steel
Black Stainless Steel
Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a
50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry
with a soft clean cloth. Do not use appliance cleaner, stainless steel
cleaner, or cleaner containing abrasives, chlorides, chlorine, or
ammonia. These cleaners may damage the finish.
CAuTIoN
Before cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure
all controls are turned o and the appliance is
cool.
If ammonia or appliance cleaners are used,
they must be removed and the appliance must
be thoroughly rinsed before operating. Follow
manufacturer’s instructions and provide adequate
ventilation.
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CARE ANd CLEANING
Surface or Area Cleaning Recommendation
Porcelain-enameled broiler pan
and insert
Porcelain door liner
Porcelain body parts
Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth. Scrub gently with a soapy,
non-abrasive scouring pad to remove most spots. Rinse with a 50/50
solution of clean water and ammonia. If necessary, cover dicult
spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes.
Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or future
heating could damage the porcelain. Do not allow food spills with a
high sugar or acid content (milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or
pie filling) to remain on porcelain surfaces. These spills may cause a
dull spot even after cleaning.
Manual clean oven interior The oven interior is porcelain coated and safe to clean using oven
cleaners. Always follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaners.
After cleaning, remove any oven cleaner or the porcelain may
become damaged during future heating. Do not spray oven cleaner
on any electrical controls or switches. Do not spray or allow oven
cleaner to build up on the oven temperature sensing probe. Do not
spray cleaner on oven door trim, door gasket, plastic drawer glides,
handles or any exterior surfaces of the appliance.
Oven racks Oven racks must be removed from oven cavity. Clean by using a
mild, abrasive cleaner following manufacturer’s instructions. Rinse
with clean water and dry.
Oven door Use mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar
and water to clean the top, sides, and front of the oven door. Rinse
well. Glass cleaner may be used on the outside glass of the door.
Ceramic smoothtop cleaner or polish may be used on the interior
door glass. Do not immerse the door in water. Do not spray or allow
water or cleaners to enter the door vents. Do not use oven cleaners,
cleaning powders, or any harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the
outside of the oven door.
Do not clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made
of a woven material which is essential for a good seal. Do not rub,
damage, or remove this gasket.
Ceramic cooktop See “Cooktop Cleaning” on page 29.
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CARE ANd CLEANING
Cooktop maintenance
Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to
maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop.
Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply
a ceramic cooktop cleaning cream (available in
most hardware, grocery, and department stores)
to the ceramic surface. Clean and bu with a clean
paper towel. This will make cleaning easier when
soiled from cooking. Cooktop cleaning creams
leave a protective finish on the glass to help
prevent scratches and abrasions.
Sliding pans on the cooktop can cause metal
markings on the cooktop surface. These marks
should be removed immediately after the cooktop
has cooled using cooktop cleaning cream. Metal
marks can become permanent if not removed prior
to future use.
Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic, or glass) with
rough bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop
surface.
Do not:
Slide anything metal or glass across the
cooktop.
Use cookware with dirt or dirt build up on the
bottom; always use clean cookware.
Use your cooktop as a cutting board or work
surface in the kitchen.
Cook foods directly on the cooktop surface
without a pan.
Drop heavy or hard objects on the ceramic
glass cooktop; they may cause it to crack.
ImpoRTANT
Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur
if you use an abrasive type cleaning pad. Only
use cleaning products that have been specifically
designed for ceramic glass cooktops.
CAuTIoN
Before cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure
all controls are turned o and the appliance is
cool.
If ammonia or appliance cleaners are used,
they must be removed and the appliance must
be thoroughly rinsed before operating. Follow
manufacturer’s instructions and provide adequate
ventilation.
figure 26: Cooktop care
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for light to moderate soil:
For light to moderate soil: Apply a few drops of
cooktop cleaning cream directly to the cooktop.
Use a clean paper towel to clean the entire
cooktop surface. Make sure the cooktop is cleaned
thoroughly, leaving no residue. Do not use the
towel you use to clean the cooktop for any other
purpose.
for heavy, burned on soil:
Apply a few drops of cooktop cleaning cream
directly to the soiled area. Rub the soiled area
using a non-abrasive cleaning tool, applying
pressure as needed. Do not use the pad you use to
clean the cooktop for any other purpose.
If soils remain, carefully scrape soils with a metal
razor blade scraper, holding scraper at a 30 degree
angle to the surface. Remove loosened soils with
cooktop cleaning cream and bu the surface clean.
30°
figure 27: Cooktop cleaning
ImpoRTANT
Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur
if you use an abrasive type cleaning pad. Only
use cleaning products that have been specifically
designed for ceramic glass cooktops.
Cooktop Cleaning
WARNING
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.
CAuTIoN
Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls
are turned to off and the cooktop is cool.
The glass surface could be hot from contact
with hot cookware, and burns may occur if the
glass surface is touched before it has cooled
suciently.
Before manually cleaning any part of the range,
be sure all controls are turned o and the range
is cool. The range may be hot and can cause
burns.
Plastic or foods with a high sugar content need be
removed immediately if spilled or melted onto the
ceramic cooktop surface. Permanent damage (such
as pitting of the cooktop surface) may occur if not
removed immediately. After turning the surface
elements o, use a razor blade scraper or a metal
spatula with a mitt and scrape the soil from the hot
surface (as illustrated). Allow the cooktop to cool,
and use the same method for heavy or burned on
soils.
do not use the following on the cooktop:
Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring
pads, such as metal and some nylon pads.
They may scratch the cooktop, making it more
dicult to clean.
Do not use harsh cleaners, such as chlorine
bleach, ammonia or oven cleaners, as they may
etch or discolor the cooktop.
Do not use dirty sponges, cloths or paper
towels, as they can leave soil or lint on
the cooktop which can burn and cause
discoloration.
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WARNING
Never cover any slots, holes, or passages in the
oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with
materials such as aluminum foil. Aluminum foil
linings may trap heat, causing a fire hazard.
Protective Liners — Do not use aluminum foil
to line the oven bottom. Only use aluminum
foil as recommended in this manual. Improper
installation of these liners may result in risk of
electric shock, or fire.
Aluminum foil and utensils
Aluminum foil - Use of aluminum foil on a hot
cooktop can damage the cooktop. Do not
use thin aluminum cooking utensils or allow
aluminum foil to touch the surface elements
under any circumstances.
Aluminum utensils - The melting point of
aluminum is much lower than that of other
metals. Care must be taken when aluminum
pots or pans are used on the cooktop. If
aluminum pans are allowed to boil dry when
using the cooktop, not only will the utensil
be damaged or destroyed, but it may fuse
to, break, or mark the ceramic glass surface,
permanently damaging the cooktop surface.
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Removing and Replacing the oven door
figure 29: door hinge locks
figure 30: Holding door for removal
figure 28: door hinge location
figure 31: place door on soft surface
CAuTIoN
The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage,
lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing
down. Do not use the appliance without the
internal glass panel.
The oven door has three glass panels. You can
remove the oven door to clean it.
To remove the oven door:
1. Open the door fully, horizontal with the floor,
and hold the two door hinges (Figure 28).
2. Lift and turn/pull the levers on both of the
door hinge locks down from the oven frame
completely towards the oven door (Figure 29).
A tool such as a small flat-blade screwdriver
may be required.
3. Firmly grasp both sides of oven door along
the door sides. Do not use the oven door
handle. Close the oven door halfway to the
first opening position. Then, pull forward and
remove the door from its seat (Figure 30).
4. Put the door on a soft cloth on a stable surface
(Figure 31).
5. Clean the glass panel with water and soap. Dry
the glass panel carefully.
ImpoRTANT
Clean the oven door with a wet sponge only. Dry
it with a soft cloth. Do not use steel wool, acids
or abrasive materials as they can damage the
oven surface. Clean the oven control panel with
the same precautions.
Special door care instructions - Most oven doors
contain glass that can break. Do not close the
oven door until all the oven racks are fully in
place. Do not hit the glass with pots, pans, or
any other object. Scratching, hitting, jarring, or
stressing the glass may weaken its structure
causing an increased risk of breakage at a later
time.
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To replace the oven door:
ImpoRTANT
Special door care instructions - Most oven doors
contain glass that can break. Do not close the
oven door until all the oven racks are fully in
place. Do not hit the glass with pots, pans, or
any other object. Scratching, hitting, jarring, or
stressing the glass may weaken its structure
causing an increased risk of breakage at a later
time.
1. Firmly grasp both sides of oven door along the
door sides. Do not use the oven door handle
(Figure 30).
2. Holding the oven door at the same angle as the
removal position, seat the hook of the hinge
arm over the roller pins located on each side of
the oven door frame (Figure 30). The hook of
the hinge arms must be fully seated onto the
roller pins.
3. Fully open the oven door, horizontal with floor
(Figure 28).
4. Lift and turn/push the levers on both of the
door hinge locks up towards and into the oven
frame to the locked position (Figure 29).
5. Close the oven door.
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Replacing the oven Light
CAuTIoN
Be sure the oven is unplugged and all parts are
cool before replacing oven light.
The interior oven light is located at the rear of
the oven cavity. The glass cover must be in place
whenever the oven is in use (Figure 32). Only use
lamps with the same specifications.
Replacing the oven interior light bulb:
1. Put a cloth on the bottom of the interior of the
appliance. It prevents damage to the lamp glass
cover and the cavity.
2. Turn electrical power o at the main source or
unplug the appliance.
3. Turn the lamp glass cover counterclockwise to
remove it.
4. Clean the glass cover.
5. Replace the lamp with a suitable 300°C
heat-resistant lamp.
NoTE
Do not allow your fingers to touch the new bulb
when replacing. This will shorten the life of the
bulb. Use a paper towel or cotton glove while
handling the new bulb when installing.
6. Replace glass oven lamp glass cover.
7. Turn power back on again at the main source
(or plug the appliance back in).
figure 32: oven light
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BEfoRE you CALL
For best cooking results, preheat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, 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 and Solutions Baking problems
Baking problems Causes
Corrections
Cookies and
biscuits burn on the
bottom.
Cookies and biscuits put
into oven before oven is
preheated.
Oven rack is overcrowded.
Dark pans absorbs heat too
fast.
Allow oven to preheat to desired temperature before
placing food in oven.
Choose pan sizes that will permit 2” to 4” of air space
(5.1 cm to 10.2 cm) on all sides when placed in the
oven.
Use a medium weight baking sheet.
Cakes too dark on
top or bottom
Cakes put in oven before
oven is preheated.
Rack position too high or
too low.
Oven too hot.
Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature
before placing food in the oven.
Use proper rack position for baking needs.
Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) lower than
recommended.
Cakes not done in
center
Oven too hot.
Incorrect pan size.
Pan not centered in oven.
Glass cookware slow heat
conductor.
Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) lower than
recommended.
Use pan size suggested in recipe.
Use proper rack position and place pan so there is
5.1 cm to 10.2 cm (2” to 4”) of space on all sides of
pan.
Reduce temperature and increase cook time or use
shiny bakeware.
Cakes not level.
Oven not level.
Pan too close to oven wall
or rack overcrowded.
Pan warped.
Oven light left on while
baking.
Place a marked glass measuring cup filled with water
on the center of the oven rack. If the water level
is uneven, refer to the installation instructions for
leveling the oven.
Use proper rack position and place pan to allow
5.1 cm to 10.2 cm (2” to 4”) of clearance on all sides
of each pan in the oven.
Do not use pans that are dented or warped.
Do not leave the oven light on while baking.
Foods not done
when cooking time
is over.
Oven too cool.
Oven overcrowded.
Oven door opened too
frequently.
Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) higher than
suggested and bake for the recommended time.
Be sure to remove all pans from the oven except the
ones to be used for baking.
Open oven door only after the shortest
recommended baking time.
Make sure to allow 2” to 4” of clearance between all
pans and racks, allowing for even air flow.
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Solutions to Common problems
Before you call for service, review the following list. It may save you time and expense.
Possible solutions are provided with the problem listed
problem Cause / Solution
Entire appliance does not
operate
Appliance not connected. Make sure power cord is plugged properly into
outlet. Check your fuse box or breaker box to make sure the circuit is active.
Electrical power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local
electric company for service outage information.
Cooktop problems
problem Cause / Solution
Surface element is too hot
or not hot enough.
Incorrect surface control setting. Adjust power level setting.
Surface element does
not heat or does not heat
evenly.
Be sure the correct surface control is turned on for the element needed.
Cookware is light weight or warped. Use only flat, evenly balanced, medium
or heavyweight cookware. Flat pans heat better than warped pans.
Cookware materials and weight of the material aect heating. Heavy and
medium-weight pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly,
foods may burn easily.
Areas of discoloration with
metallic sheen on cooktop
surface.
Mineral deposits from water and food. Remove them using cooktop
cleaning cream applied to the ceramic surface. Bu with a non-abrasive
cloth or sponge.
Scratches or abrasions on
cooktop surface.
Coarse particles such as salt or hardened soils between cooktop and
utensils can cause scratches. Be sure the cooktop surface and bottoms of
utensils are clean before use. Small scratches do not aect cooking and will
become less visible with time.
Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic-glass cooktop have been
used. Apply cooktop cleaning creme to the ceramic surface. Bu with a
non-abrasive cloth or sponge.
Cookware with a rough bottom was used. Use smooth, flat-bottomed
cookware.
Metal marks on the
cooktop.
Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface. Do not slide
metal utensils on the cooktop surface. Apply cooktop cleaning creme to
the ceramic surface. Bu with a non-abrasive cloth or sponge. For more
information, see “Cooktop Maintenance” on page 28
Brown streaks or specks
on cooktop surface.
Boil overs are cooked onto the surface. When cooktop is cool, use a
razor blade scraper to remove soil. For more information see “Cooktop
Maintenance” on page 28
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oven problems
problem
Cause / Solution
Poor baking results. Many factors aect baking results. Use proper oven rack position. Center food
in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate. Preheat the oven to the
set temperature before placing food in the oven. Try adjusting the recipe's
recommended temperature or baking time.
Flames inside oven or
smoking from oven vent.
Excessive spills in oven. Grease or food spilled onto the oven bottom or oven cavity.
Wipe up excessive spills before starting the oven. If flames or excessive smoke are
present when using broil, see “Setting Broil” on page 21
Oven smokes excessively
when broiling.
Incorrect setting. Follow the “Setting Broil” on page 21
Meat too close to the broil element or burner. Reposition the broil pan to provide
proper clearance between the meat and broil element or burner. Remove excess fat
from meat. Cut remaining fatty edges to prevent curling, but do not cut into lean.
Grease build up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling
frequently. Grease or food splatters will cause excessive smoking.
Oven control panel beeps
and displays any F or E code
error.
Oven control has detected a fault or error condition. To clear the error, press the
OFF key on the control panel. Once the error code is cleared, try the bake or broil
function. If the F or E code error repeats, turn o the power to appliance, wait 5
minutes, and then repower the appliance. Set the clock with correct time of day.
Try the bake or broil function again. If the fault recurs, press the OFF key to clear.
Oven racks discolored or do
not slide easily.
Clean by using a mild abrasive cleaner following manufacturers instructions. Rinse
with clean water, dry, and replace in oven.
Oven portion of appliance
does not operate.
The time of day is not set. The clock must be set in order to operate the oven.
See”Setting the Time” on page 17.
Be sure the oven controls are set properly for the desired function. See “Oven
Control Features” starting on page 17 and review instructions for the desired
cooking function in this manual or see “Entire appliance does not operate.” in this
checklist.
Fan noise during cooking
operation.
A cooling fan may automatically turn on and o to cool internal parts. It is normal.
Convection fan does not
rotate.
Oven door is open. The convection fan will turn o if the oven door is opened when
convection is active. Close the oven door.
other problems
Appliance is not level. Be sure the floor is level, strong, and stable enough to adequately support the
range.
If the floor is sagging or sloping, contact a carpenter to correct the situation.
Poor installation. Place the oven rack in the center of the oven. Place a level on the
oven rack. Adjust the leveling legs at the base of the appliance until the rack is level.
Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear not level. Be sure cabinets are
square and have sucient room for appliance clearance.
Cannot move appliance easily.
Appliance must be accessible
for service.
Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly. Contact the builder or installer to
make the appliance accessible.
Carpet interferes with appliance. Provide sucient space so the appliance can
be lifted over carpet. Installation over carpet is not advised. See the installation
instructions for guidelines specific to your appliance.
Oven light does not work. Be sure the oven light is secure in the socket. See “Replacing the Oven Light” on
page 33
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WARRANTy
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 when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the
provided instructions.
Exclusions
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.
2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or
Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased “as-is” are not covered by this warranty.
5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.
6. Products used in a commercial setting.
7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not
in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.
9. 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 is shipped from the factory.
10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or knobs,
handles, or other cosmetic parts.
11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip
charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors,
cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than
genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or
external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.
dISCLAImER of ImpLIEd WARRANTIES; LImITATIoN of REmEdIES
CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE
SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES
RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME
STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
If you Need Service
Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period
should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.
Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers
below.
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major
Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by
Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty.
Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service
company. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.
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