p/n 316460404 (0701)
Range
ES100 Control with Ceramic Cooktop
Electric
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Welcome ..........................................2
Important Safety Instructions .... 2-4
Before Setting Oven Controls ... 4-5
Setting Surface Controls ........... 5-6
Oven Control Functions............. 7-8
Setting Oven Controls.................8-9
Adjusting Your Oven
Temperature (some models) .........10
General Care & Cleaning.........11-14
Before You Call
Solutions to Common Problems ............................. 15
Warranty ..........................Back Page
Visit the Frigidaire Web Site at: http://www.frigidaire.com
Questions or for Service Call:
1-800-944-9044 (U.S.)
1-800-668-4606 (Canada)
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Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.
• Remove all tape and packaging 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 ANSI/NFPA No. 70 latest edition and
local electrical code requirements. Install only per installation
instructions provided in the literature package for this range.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an
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All rights reserved.
Welcome & Congratulations
This Use & Care Manual contains general operating instructions for your
appliance and feature information for several models. Your range may not have
all the described features. The graphics shown are representative. The graphics
on your range may not look exactly like those shown.
Be sure to register your product. The self-addressed PRODUCT
REGISTRATION CARD should be filled in completely, signed and returned to
Electrolux Home Products.
Product Registration
Congratulations on your purchase of a new range! At Electrolux Home
Products, we are very proud of our product and are completely committed to
providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our number
one priority.
We know you’ll enjoy your new range and Thank You for choosing our product.
We hope you consider us for future purchases.
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model.
Use your appliance only as instructed in this manual. These instructions are
not meant to cover every possible condition or situation that may occur.
Common sense & caution must be practiced when installing, operating &
maintaining any appliance.
Please record your model and serial numbers below for future
reference.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Serial plate is located behind
the broil or storage drawer on
the lower right side of the
appliance frame.
Important Safety Instructions
authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the power to the
range at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency.
• User servicing—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 may 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.
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Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or
drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and also
cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to climb or play
around the range. The weight of a child on an open door may
cause the range to tip, resulting in serious burns or other injury.
Do not use the oven or warmer drawer (if
equipped) for storage.
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.
Never Use Your Appliance for Warming or Heating
the Room.
• Storage in or on Appliance—Flammable materials should not
be stored in an oven, warmer drawer, near surface units or in
the storage drawer. This includes paper, plastic and cloth items,
such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flammable
liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near
the range.
• 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.
• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS, AREAS NEAR THESE UNITS,
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 cook top, surfaces facing the cook top, the oven vent
openings and surfaces near these openings, oven door and
window.
• 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 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.
• Use Only Dry Potholders—Moist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholders
touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth
instead of a potholder.
• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers—Buildup of pressure
may cause container to burst and result in injury.
• Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to be stored
or discarded.
IMPORTANT—Do not attempt to operate the range during a
power failure. If the power fails, always turn off the range. If the
range is not turned off and the power resumes, the range will begin
to operate again. Once the power resumes, reset the clock and
oven function.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
COOKTOP
• Know which knob controls each surface heating unit. Place a
pan of food on the unit before turning it on, and turn the unit off
before removing the pan.
• Use Proper Pan Size—This appliance is equipped with one or
more surface units of different sizes. Select utensils having flat
bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element.
The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the
heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of
clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to element will also
improve efficiency.
• Utensil 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 utensil should be positioned so
that it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface
units.
• Never Leave Surface Elements Unattended at High Heat
Settings—Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that
may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt.
• Do Not Immerse or Soak Removable Heating Elements—
Heating elements should never be immersed in water. Heating
elements clean themselves during normal operation.
• Glazed Cooking Utensils—Only certain types of glass, glass/
ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for cook top service without breaking due to the sudden
change in temperature. Check the manufacturer’s
recommendations for cook top use.
• When flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn the fan on.
Important Safety Instructions
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FOR CERAMIC-GLASS COOK TOP MODELS
• Do Not Cook on Broken Cook Top—If cook top should break,
cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken
cook top and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a
qualified technician immediately.
• Clean Cook Top 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 noxious fumes if
applied to a hot surface.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING
YOUR RANGE
• Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that
could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath
each surface element. Do not allow grease to accumulate.
• Kitchen cleaners and aerosols—Always follow the
manufacturer’s recommended directions for use. Be aware
that excess residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite
causing damage and injury.
• Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently—Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on the hood or filter. Follow
manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act
requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances
known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential
exposure to such substances.
Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
OVEN
• Use Care When Opening Oven Door or Warmer Drawer (if
equipped)—Stand to the side of the range 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. The oven vent is located
under the left rear surface element if your model is equipped with
coil elements. The oven vent is located below the backguard for
models equipped with ceramic-glass cook tops. Touching the
surfaces in this area when the oven is operating 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 use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack with
both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot
heating elements in the oven. Remove all utensils from the rack
before moving.
• Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan and
its insert allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the high
heat of the broiler.
• Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil. Exposed fat
and grease could ignite.
• 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 Setting Oven Controls
Oven Vent Location
For models equipped with ceramic cooktops, the oven vent is located under
the left rear side of the control panel. When the oven is on, warm air is
released through the vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation
in the oven and good baking results. DO NOT BLOCK OVEN VENT.
Arranging Oven Racks
ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR
TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when using the oven.
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 oven walls. Tilt the front of the rack upward and slide the rack back into place.
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Before Setting Oven Controls
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. Make sure the diameter of the pan matches the diameter of
the element outline on the cooktop. Heat is transferred up through the surface of the cooktop to the cookware. Only flat-
bottomed cookware should be used. The type and size of cookware, the number of surface elements in use and their
settings, are all factors that will affect 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.
NOTE: Please read detailed instructions for ceramic glass cooktop cleaning in the General Care & Cleaning and Before
You Call checklist sections of this Use & Care Guide.
NOTE: Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off, 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.
Element ON and Hot Surface Indicator Lights
Your range is equipped with two different surface control lights that will glow on your
range— the Element On indicator light and a Hot Surface indicator light.
The Element On located on the control panel, will glow when any surface element is
turned on. A quick glance at this light after cooking is an easy check to be sure all
surface controls are turned off.
The Hot Surface indicator light, located on the control panel, will glow as the surface
cooking area heats up and will REMAIN ON until the glass cooktop has cooled to a
MODERATE level.
Setting Surface Controls
Surface Cooking
Cookware should have flat
bottoms that make good contact
with the entire surface heating
element. Check for flatness by
rotating a ruler across the bottom
of the cookware (See Fig.1).
Be sure to follow the
recommendations for using
cookware as shown in Fig. 2.
Deep fat frying - Use a thermometer and adjust the surface
control knob accordingly. If the fat is too cool, the food will absorb
the fat and be greasy. If the fat is too hot, the food will brown so
quickly that the center will be undercooked. Do not attempt to deep
fat fry too much food at once as the food will neither brown or cook
properly.
Using proper cookware
Fig. 1
Note: The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting
needed for best cooking results.
Fig. 2
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1. Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction to the desired setting.
Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting
to finish cooking. The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a
particular mark. Use the marks as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed.
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 is completed, turn the surface element off before removing the
cookware. Note: the Element On indicator light will glow when one or more
elements are turned on. A quick glance at the indicator light(s) when cooking is
finished is an easy check to be sure all control knobs are turned off. The Hot
Surface indicator light will continue to glow AFTER the control knob is turned to
the “Off” position and will glow until the heating surface area has cooled sufficiently.
Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off. The glass surface
may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled sufficiently.
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 Single Radiant Surface Elements
Setting Surface Controls
About the Radiant Surface Elements
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 off. The heating element retains enough heat to provide a uniform and
consistent heat during the off cycle. The ceramic fixture thermally insulates the heating element, concentrating heat in the
heating zone. For efficient cooking, turn off the element several minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow residual
heat to complete the cooking process.
Fig. 1
Suggested Surface Control Settings
The suggested settings found in the chart below are based on cooking in medium-weight metal pans with lids. Settings
may vary when using other types of pans. Note: The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being
cooked will influence the setting needed for best cooking results.
Surface Control Settings
Setting Type of Cooking
HIGH (HI - 9) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling
MEDIUM HIGH (7 - 8) Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry
MEDIUM (5 - 6) Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces & gravies, steam
vegetables
MEDIUM LOW (2 - 4) Keep foods cooking, poach, stew
LOW (LO - 1) Keep warm, melt, simmer.
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To Set the Clock
When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted, the display will flash
"12:00".
1. Press .
2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the or until the correct time of day appears in the display.
To Set the Minute Timer:
1. Press .
2. Press the to increase the time in one minute increments. Press and hold the to increase the time in 10
minute increments. The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes.
Note: If you press the 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 set time has run out, the timer will sound a 3 second beep. 0:00 will appear in the display until is
pressed.
Note: While the minute timer is counting down, the “:” will flash. The minute timer does not start or stop cooking. It serves
as 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 is in use with any other function, the minute timer will be shown in
the display. To view other functions, press the pad for that function.
To Change the Minute Timer while it is in use:
While the timer is active and shows in the display, press and hold the or to increase or decrease the time.
To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out: Press .
SELECT BROIL PAD—
Used to select the
variable broil feature.
UP & DOWN ARROW PADS—
Used along with the function
pads to select oven
temperature, time of day,
clean time and minute timer.
BAKE PAD—Used to
select the bake
function.
CLOCK SET PAD—
Used to set the
time of day.
TIMER ON/OFF PAD— Used to set or
cancel the minute timer. The minute
timer does not start or stop cooking.
Oven Control Functions
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with
the various functions of the oven as described below.
CLEAR/OFF — Used to clear any function
previously entered except the time of day and
minute timer. Press CLEAR/OFF to stop cooking.
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To Set or Change the Temperature for Baking
The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 500°F.
To Set the Controls for Baking:
1. Press . "— — —°" appears in the display.
2. Within 5 seconds, press the or . The display will show "350°F." By pressing and holding the or ,
the temperature can then be adjusted in 5°F increments.
3. When the or is released, the oven will begin heating to the selected temperature. When the displayed
temperature reaches the desired baking temperature, the control will beep one (1) time.
4. To cancel the baking function, press .
To Change the Oven Temperature after Baking has Started:
1. Press and make sure the bake temperature is displayed.
2. Press the or to increase or decrease the set temperature.
Changing the Temperature Display Mode (some models)
The electronic oven control temperature display mode was factory preset to display (Fahrenheit) °F oven tempertaures.
Note: Oven cooking temperatures may be set from 170°F to 500°F (77°C to 260°C).
To change the Temperature Display Mode to °C (Celsius) or from °C to °F (do not use Bake or Broil while changing
the Temperature Display Mode):
1. Press & hold the
key pad for 6-8 seconds until
FF
FF
F
or
CC
CC
C
appears in the display. Note: At this time the display will
show the current Temperature Display Mode whether set for
FF
FF
F or
C C
C C
C .
2. Press the key pad once to choose the (Fahrenheit) °F mode; or press the key pad once to choose the
(Celsius) °C mode.
3. After 5 seconds, the display will flash. To accept the change, wait 5 more seconds until the oven control beeps once.
To complete the change skip step 4 below, OR;
4. If at any time during the process of changing the Temperature Display Mode (
FF
FF
F or
CC
CC
C ) you decide the change is not
desired, press the key pad before the oven control beeps once to cancel the process.
5. The control will beep once. The display will then return to the time of day with any temperature display mode change
you may have requested.
Oven Control Functions
Setting Oven Controls
Note: The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven.
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Setting Oven Controls
Note: The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven.
Broiling
1. Arrange oven rack while oven is still cool. Position the rack as suggested in
the chart below. See “Arranging Oven Racks” in Before Setting Oven
Controls.
Rack Position Food
3 or 4 Medium-rare steaks
4 Fish, medium-well done hamburgers & chops
4 or 5 Well-done foods such as chicken & lobster
2. Press .
3. Press and hold the or until the desired broil setting level appears in
the display. Press the for HI broil or the for LO broil. Most foods can
be broiled at the HI broil setting. Select the LO broil setting to avoid excess
browning or drying of foods that should be broiled to the well-done stage.
4. Place the insert on the broiler pan (some models), then place the food on the
insert. DO NOT use the broiler pan without the insert or cover the insert with
aluminum foil. The exposed grease could ignite.
5. Place the pan on the oven rack. Open the oven door to the broil stop
position when broiling (see illustration).
6. Broil on one side until food is browned; turn and cook on the second side. Note:
Always pull the rack out to the stop position before turning or removing food.
7. When broiling is finished, press .
Should an oven fire occur, close the oven door and turn off the oven.
If the fire continues, use a fire extinguisher. DO NOT put water or flour on the fire.
Flour may be explosive.
To insure proper results
when broiling use ONLY Electrolux Home
Products, Inc. approved Broil Pan & Insert
(some models).
The broiler pan & the insert (some
models) allows 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 foil;
the exposed grease could ignite.
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Your new oven has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure an accurate baking temperature. For the first few uses, follow
your recipe times and temperature recommendations carefully. If you feel your oven is too hot or too cool from your baking
experience, the oven temperature may be adjusted to your liking.
Note: DO NOT adjust your oven temperature based on oven thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, they may
not be accurate.
To Adjust the Oven Temperature (do not use Bake or Broil while adjusting the oven temperature):
1. Press & hold the
key pad and release after the display begins flashing the factory temperature change of
0000
0000
00.
Note: If the oven temperature has been previously adjusted from the factory setting, the current temperature adjusted value
will flash in the display instead.
2. You may increase the oven temperature in 5°F increments with each press of the
key pad to a maximum oven adjustment
of +35°F. You may also adjust the oven temperature downward in 5°F increments with each press of the key pad (
total range of -
3535
3535
35 to +
35 35
35 35
35 ). Note: Your oven control was factory set in the (Fahrenheit) °F Temperature Display Mode.
To change for (Celsius) °C, see Changing the Temperature Display Mode in the Oven Control Functions section of this
Use & Care Manual.
3. If no other key pad is pressed after 5 seconds the display will begin to flash.
4. If you do not want to keep the display adjustment, press the key pad before the oven control beeps. This will cancel
the temperature adjustment procedure. To start this procedure over again begin with step 1 above OR;
5. If you want to keep the adjustment, wait until the display quits flashing and the oven control beeps once.
6. The oven temperature adjustment has be accepted by the oven control and the display will return to the time of day.
Notes: The oven temperature adjustment may be made if your oven control has been set to operate in the (Celsius) °C
Temperature Display Mode. In this case each press of the or key will adjust in 1°C increments upward (maximum
+18°C) or downward (maximum -18°C), depending on which arrow key pad is pressed.
Adjusting Your Oven Temperature
(some models)
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General Care & Cleaning
(Cleaning Chart)
Ceramic Cooktop
See Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance in the General Care & Cleaning section.
For general cleaning, use a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent & water or a 50/50 solution
of vinegar & water. Follow by rinsing the area with clean water; dry & polish with a soft cloth.
Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a soft cloth. DO NOT spray liquids directly on the
control pad and display areas. 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 some paper towels - they will damage the finish.
Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFF & remove the control knobs. To
remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft. Use the general cleaning instructions provided in the
paragraph above.
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1 solution of
clean water & ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel
for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, then scrub with a soap-filled
scouring pad. Rinse & 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 range top.
Glass, Painted
Plastic Body Parts &
Control Knobs
Painted Control
Panels & Display
areas
Cooktop Surface,
Broiler Pan & Insert
(some models),
Broiler Drawer (some
models), Door Liner &
Oven Bottom
How to Clean
Surfaces
Oven Racks
Oven Door
Remove oven racks. See "Removing & Replacing Oven Racks" under Before Setting Oven
Controls. Use a mild, abrasive cleaner, following the cleaner’s recommendations. Rinse with
clean water & let dry. After cleaning the racks, rub the sides of the racks with wax paper or a
cloth containing a small amount of salad oil (this will make the racks glide easier into the oven
rack positions).
Use soap & water to thoroughly clean the top, sides & front of the oven door. Rinse well. You
may use a glass cleaner on the outside glass of the oven door. DO NOT immerse the door in
water. DO NOT spray or allow water or the glass cleaner 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, on Self-Cleaning models, which is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not
to rub, damage or remove this gasket.
Clean stainless steel with hot soapy water & a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a cloth.
DO NOT use cleaners with high conecentrations of chlorides or chlorines. DO NOT use harsh
scrubbing cleaners. Only use kitchen cleaners that are especially made for cleaning stainless
steel. Always be sure to rinse the cleaners form the surface as bluish stains may occur during
heating that cannot be removed.
Stainless
Steel (some models)
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Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance
Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop.
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.
Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL.
Cleaning Recommendations for the Ceramic Glass Cooktop
Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply the recommended CookTop® Cleaning Creme to the ceramic surface
(on the web visit www.sears.com for replacement cooktop cleaner, item number 40079). Buff with a non-abrasive cloth
or no-scratch cleaning pad. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. The special cooktop cleaning cream
leaves a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions.
Sliding aluminum or copper clad bottom pans on the cooktop can cause
metal markings on the cooktop surface. These marks should be removed
immediately after the cooktop has cooled using the 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. Do not use your cooktop as a cutting board or
work surface in the kitchen. Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop
surface without a pan. Do not drop heavy or hard objects on the glass
cooktop, they may cause it to crack.
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 buff surface clean.
IMPORTANT NOTE: 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.
Plastic or foods with a high sugar content:
These types of soils 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 OFF, 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.
For light to moderate soil:
Apply a few drops of CookTop® Cleaning Creme directly to the cooktop. Use a paper towel or use a non-abrasive plastic
type no-scratch cleaning pad to clean the entire cooktop surface. Make sure the cooktop is cleaned thoroughly, leaving no
residue.
For heavy, burned on soil:
Apply a few drops of CookTop® Cleaning Creme directly to the soiled area. Rub the soiled area using a non-abrasive
plastic type no-scratch cleaning pad, applying pressure as needed. Do not use the pad you use to clean the cooktop for
any other purpose.
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Fig. 3
Do not use the following on the ceramic glass cooktop:
• Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads, such as metal and some
nylon pads. They may scratch the cooktop, making it more difficult 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.
Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts. Special care and cleaning are required for maintaining the
appearance of stainless parts. Please refer to the table provided at the beginning of the Care & Cleaning section in this
Use & Care Manual.
Care & Cleaning of Stainless Steel (some models)
To Remove and Replace Oven Door
Removing and Replacing the Oven Door
The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with
the inside of the door facing down.
To Remove Oven Door:
1. Open oven door completely (horizontal with floor - See Fig. 1).
2. Remove 2 screws located on the inside of the oven door liner (See A Fig. 2)
3. Insert the 2 screws into the door hinge holes located on the side of the hinge arm,
one into each hinge (See B Fig. 2).
4. Close oven door until the door stops, (Do not force the door to close any further).
The placement of these screws should keep door open in about a 45 degree
position.
5. Grasp oven door firmly on both sides and slide door up and off hinges at the same
angle. (See Fig. 3)
6. To clean oven door, follow the instructions in the General Care & Cleaning table.
To Replace Oven Door:
1. Be sure the hinge arms remain at the 45 degree angle position. Be sure the screws
are still locking the hinge arms from moving. If the screws fall out of the hinge
holes, the hinge(s) may snap back against the oven frame and could pinch fingers
or chip the porcelain finish on the oven front frame.
2. Hold door at the sides near the top while resting the lower front of door on your
knee. Insert the door channels at the bottom of door over the door hinges, (See
Fig. 3).
3. Allow the door to slide down into the door hinges evenly at the same 45 degree
angle. The hinge arms should be inserted into the bottom corners as far as they
can go.
4. Open door completely (horizontal with floor) and remove both screws from holes
in door hinges.
5. Reinstall the 2 screws into the door liner (See C Fig. 2).
6. If the door is not in alignment with the oven frame, remove door and repeat the
above steps.
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
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The bake element is designed to be gently tilted up using your hand from the
front of the bake element. This will allow easier access to the oven bottom for
cleaning. Be careful not to raise the element more than 4 or 5 inches from the
resting position.
Cleaning Oven Bottom
Changing the Oven Light
(some models)
On some models, the oven light automatically turns on when the door is opened.
Some models have a switch located on the control panel to turn on the light. The
oven light is located at the rear of the oven.
To replace the oven light:
1. Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the range.
2. Replace bulb with a new 40 watt appliance bulb.
3. Turn power back on again at the main source (or plug the range back in).
4. The clock will then need to be reset. To reset, see Setting Oven Controls in
this Use & Care Manual.
Be sure the range is unplugged and all parts are COOL before
replacing oven light. Wear a leather-faced glove for protection against possible
broken glass.
Special Caution for Aluminum Use on the Ceramic Cooktop
• Aluminum Foil - Use of aluminum foil on a hot cooktop will damage the ceramic cooktop. Do not use thin aluminum
cooking utensils or allow aluminum foil to touch the ceramic cooktop 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 allowed to boil dry, not only will the utensil be destroyed, but it may
fuse to, break or mark the ceramic glass surface, permanently damaging the cooktop surface.
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Before You Call
Solutions to Common Problems
Before you call for service, review the following list. It may save you time & expense. The list includes common occurrences
(shown in bold) that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. The possible corrections to these
problems are provided with the problem listed:
Entire appliance does not operate - (1) The time of day is not
set. The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven.
See “To Set the Clock” in the Setting Oven Controls section.(2)
Make sure cord/plug is plugged correctly into outlet. (3) Service
wiring is not complete. Contact your dealer, installing agent or
authorized service agent. (4) Electrical power outage. Check
house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for
service.
Cannot move appliance easily. Appliance must be accessible
for service - (1) Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly.
Contact builder or installer to make appliance accessible. (2)
Carpet interferes with range. Provide sufficient space so range
can be lifted over carpet.
Range is not level - (1) Poor installation. Place oven rack in
center of oven. Place a level on the oven rack. Adjust leveling legs
at base of range until the oven rack is level. (2) Be sure floor is
level, strong & stable enough to adequately support range. (3) If
floor is sagging or sloping, contact a carpenter to correct the
situation. (4) Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear
not level. Be sure cabinets are square & have sufficient room for
range clearance.
Oven light does not work (some models) - Replace or tighten bulb.
See Changing Oven Light section in this Use & Care Manual.
Oven smokes excessively during broiling - (1) Control(s) not
set properly. Follow Broil instructions under Setting Oven
Controls. (2) Make sure oven door is opened to broil stop
position. (3) Meat too close to the broil element. Reposition the
broil rack to provide proper clearance between the meat & the
element. Preheat the broil element for searing. (4) Meat not
properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining
fatty edges to prevent curling, but do not cut into lean. (5) Insert on
broiler pan wrong side up & grease not draining. Always place grid
on the broiler pan with ribs up & slots down to allow grease to drip
into pan (some models). (6) Grease has built up on oven surfaces.
Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling frequently. Old grease
or food spatters cause excessive smoking.
Surface element too hot or not hot enough - Incorrect control
setting. Be sure the correct control is ON for the element to be
used.
Oven does not operate - Be sure the oven controls are set
properly for the desired function. See Setting Oven Controls in
this Use & Care Manual or read the instructions “Entire appliance
does not operate” in this checklist.
Surface element does not heat - (1) Lightweight or warped pans
used. Use only flat, evenly balanced, medium or heavyweight
cookware. Flat pans heat better than warped pans. Cookware
materials and weight of the material affect heating. Heavy &
medium-weight pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat
unevenly, foods may burn easily. (2) No power to the appliance.
Check steps under "Entire Appliance Does Not Operate" in this
checklist. (3) Incorrect control setting. Make sure the correct
control is ON for the surface element to be used.
Flames inside oven or smoking from oven vent - Excessive
spillovers in oven. For example this will happen for pie spillovers or
large amounts of grease left on the oven bottom. Wipe up
excessive spillovers before starting oven. If flames or excessive
smoke are present see “Broiling” in the Setting Oven Controls
section.
Poor baking results - Many factors affect baking results. Make
sure the proper oven rack position is used. Center food in the oven
& space pans to allow air to circulate. Allow the oven to preheat to
the set temperature before placing food in the oven. Try adjusting
the recipe's recommended temperature or baking time. If you feel
the oven is too hot or cool, see Adjusting Your Oven
Temperature in this Use & Care Manual.
Oven control beeps & displays any F code error (for example
F11) - Electronic control has detected a fault condition. Press
CLEAR/OFF to clear the display & stop beeping. Try the Bake or
Broil function again. If the F code error repeats, remove power
suppy to appliance, wait 5 minutes and then repower the appliance
and set clock time of day. Try the Bake or Broil function again. If
the fault recurs, record fault number, press CLEAR/OFF & contact
an authorized service agent.
Metal marks (Ceramic Cooktop models) - 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 "Cooktop Cleaning and Maintenance" in the
Care & Cleaning section.
Scratches or abrasions on cooktop surface (Ceramic Cooktop
models) - (1) Coarse particles such as salt or sand between
cooktop and utensils can cause scratches. Be sure cooktop
surface and bottoms of utensils are clean before usage. Small
scratches do not affect cooking and will become less visible with
time. (2) Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic-glass
cooktop have been used. See "Cooktop Cleaning &
Maintenance." (3) Cookware with rough bottom has been used.
Use smooth, flat-bottomed cookware.
Brown streaks or specks on cooktop surface (Ceramic
Cooktop models) - Boilovers are cooked onto surface. Use razor
blade scraper to remove soil. See "Cooktop Cleaning and
Maintenance" in the Care & Cleaning section.
Areas of discoloration with metallic sheen (Ceramic Cooktop
models) - Mineral deposits from water and food. Remove using a
ceramic-glass cooktop cleaning creme. Use cookware with clean,
dry bottoms.
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.
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.
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.
Exclusions
If You Need
Service
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.
USA
1.800.944.9044
Electrolux Major Appliances
North America
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30907
Major Appliance Warranty Information
Canada
1.800.668.4606
Electrolux Canada Corp.
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
L5V 3E4
