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use
&
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ELECTRIC
RANGE
Setting Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Product Record and Registration. . . . . .2
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . .3
Before Setting Surface Controls . . . . . . 8
Setting Surface Controls. . . . . . . . . . .11
Before Setting Oven Controls. . . . . . . 12
808575808 Rev A (Feb 2022)
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2022 Electrolux Home Products, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA
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 prod-
uct.
Keep your product info here so it’s easy to find.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Read all the safety instructions in the front of
your Use & Care Manual.
Remove all packaging materials from your ap-
pliance before cooking.
Confirm that the electrical power to the appli-
ance is turned on.
Wipe out the inside of the oven cavity with a
damp cloth.
Apply a thin layer of cooking oil to the sides of
the oven racks to keep them gliding smoothly.
Set the clock. See (page 13) for instructions.
Before cooking, set the oven to bake at 350°F
(177ºC) for 30 minutes (Page 15). Some noise
and odors are normal on the first cooking cycle.
Remember to complete your product registra-
tion!
Installation Checklist
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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 condi-
tions and situations that may occur. Common sense,
caution, and care must be exercised with installing,
maintaining, or operating your appliance.
DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety message 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, maintenance, or
valuable information that is not hazard related.
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 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR UN-
PACKING AND INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT
Read and follow the below instructions and pre-
cautions for unpacking, installing, and servicing
your appliance:
Remove all tape and packaging before using the
appliance. Destroy the carton and plastic bags af-
ter 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 num-
ber 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 appli-
ance has been in temperatures above 32ºF (0ºC)
for at least 3 hours before turning on the power
to the appliance.
All materials used in construction of cabinets,
enclosures, and supports surrounding the prod-
uct must have a temperature rating above 200°F
(94°C).
Never modify or alter the construction of the
appliance by removing the leveling legs, panels,
wire covers, anti-tip brackets/screws, or any oth-
er part of the appliance.
Be sure to have an appropriate foam-type fire ex-
tinguisher available, visible, and easily accessible
located near the appliance.
See the installation instructions packaged with
this appliance for complete installation and
grounding instructions.
Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is prop-
erly installed and grounded by a qualified tech-
nician. 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 require-
ments. Install only per installation instructions pro-
vided in the literature package for this appliance.
For personal safety, this appliance must be prop-
erly 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.
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 respon-
sibility 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.
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.
240V grounded
wall receptacle
Power supply
cord with 4-prong
grounding plug
Figure 1: Grounding plug and receptacle
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
THE APPLIANCE
WARNING
Storage In or On Appliance—Flammable mate-
rials should not be stored in an oven or micro-
wave, 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 ap-
pliance 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 back-
guards of ranges. Children climbing on or near
the appliance to reach items could be seriously
injured.
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 draw-
ers 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 mate-
rials such as aluminum foil. 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.
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. Smoth-
er 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.
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 mate-
rials 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
YOUR 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.
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 tem-
perature. Check the manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions for cooktop use.
Improper cookware may break due to sudden
changes in temperature. Check the cookware man-
ufacturer’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.
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.
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 clean-
ers 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 to line
oven bottom or any other part of the appliance.
Only use aluminum as recommended for baking if
used as a cover placed on the food. Any other use
of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in a
risk of electric shock or fire or a short circuit.
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.
Placement of Oven Racks - Always place oven
racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack
must be moved while oven in hot, do not let pot-
holder contact hot heating element in oven. 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 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
California Residents: for cancer and reproductive
harm information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEAN-
ING YOUR APPLIANCE
CAUTION
Before manually cleaning any part of the appli-
ance, 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 manufacturer’s 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
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SER-
VICE 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 qual-
ified 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 condi-
tions you do not understand.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified techni-
cian 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. Han-
dle 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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Using Proper Cookware
The size and type of
cookware used will
influence the radiant
element power level
setting needed for
best cooking results.
Be sure to follow the
recommendations for
using proper cookware
as illustrated in Figure
2 and Figure 3.
Figure 2: Testing cookware
Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the
bottom of the cookware (Figure 2). Cookware
should have flat bottoms that make good contact
with the entire surface heating element ( Figure 3).
For detailed information about the ceramic cook-
top, refer to the “Glass Cooktop Cleaning” on page
26.
Flat bottom and straight
sides.
•T
ight fitting lids.
Weight 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.
•Curved and warped pans.
•Cookware larger than
cooking area marked on
cooktop by more than
one-half inch or 12mm.
•Heavy handle tilts pan.
•Pan is smaller than the
heating area marked on
cooktop.
Figure 3: Proper cookware placement
IMPORTANT
Do not place empty aluminum, glass or porce-
lain-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.
BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
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.
Cookware Material Types
The cookware material determines how evenly and
quickly heat is transferred from the surface ele-
ment to the pan bottom. The most popular materi-
als 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 cook-
ing results. Is 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 character-
istics will vary depending on base material. Por-
celain-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.
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Hot Surface Indicator Light
Your appliance is equipped with a radiant surface
control indicator light, which is located on the con-
trol panel (Figure 4).
Figure 4: Hot surface indicator light location
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 (Figure 5).
Figure 5: Cooking zone distribution (ceramic glass
cooktop)
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.
BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
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 even-
ly. 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.
NOTE
Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the
element to cycle on and o, even at the HI set-
ting. 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 cook-
top, refer to the “
Glass Cooktop Cleaning” on
page 26.
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.
Cooktop
180 mm
180 mm
140 mm
140 mm
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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.
BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
Be sure to read and observe all the following points
when home canning with your appliance. Check
with the USDA (United States Department of Agri-
culture) Web site and be sure to read all the infor-
mation 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 even-
ly 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, re-
duce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain
that boil.
Use tested recipes and follow instructions care-
fully. Check with your local Cooperative Agri-
cultural 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.
Home Canning
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Surface Cooking Elements and Settings
The cooktop has three single radiant and one dual
radiant elements.
Figure 6: Surface control knobs
Figure 7: Control knob shown is typical only
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.
Table 1: Recommended settings for surface ele-
ments
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
vegetabless
Medium LOW
(2-4)
Keep foods cooking; poaching
and stewing
LOW (LO) Keep warm, melting and simmer-
ing
To Operate the Surface Elements:
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.
CAUTION
Do not allow aluminum foil, empty glass/porce-
lain 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.
CAUTION
Do not place plastic items such as salt and pep-
per 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 wood-
en spoons could catch fire if placed too close to
the surface elements.
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
7). Start most cooking operations on a higher
setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish
cooking. Each surface element provides a con-
stant 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 cook-
ware.
SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
Cooktop
Hot Surface
Surface Cooking Tips:
For ecient cooking, turn o the element sev-
eral minutes before cooking is complete. This
will allow residual heat to complete the cooking
process.
The surface Element On indicator lights 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.
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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 circu-
lation 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 mois-
ture may appear near the oven vent. This is normal.
The Cooling Fan
The cooling fan operates during cooking. Air is
expelled through the vents between the oven door
and the control panel, as shown in Figure 8.
Figure 8: Oven vent location
Removing, Replacing, and Arranging
Racks
This appliance comes with two flat racks.
CAUTION
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using
the oven. When cooking, the oven interior and
exterior, oven racks, and cooktop will become
very hot which can cause burns.
Figure 9: Removing, replacing, and arranging
racks
WARNING
Protective Liners — Do not use aluminum foil to
line the oven bottom. Only use aluminum foil as
recommended in this manual. Improper installa-
tion of these liners may result in risk of electric
shock or fire.
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.
Flat Oven Rack
Figure 10: Flat oven rack
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.
BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS
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SETTING OVEN CONTROLS
Oven Control Features
1. Up / Down arrows - Use to adjust and set the
appliance’s timer functionality.
2. Timer on-off - 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 indicator light - Glows each time the oven
cycles on to maintain the set oven temperature.
5. Oven light - Use this switch to turn the internal
oven light on or o.
6. Bake - Use to enter the normal baking mode
temperature and start a normal baking function.
7. Broil - Use to set the broil function.
8. Keep Warm- Use with foods that are already
cooked to keep them at serving temperatures.
9. 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.
10. 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
Operating the Oven Light
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 28
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 on-o. The timer activate symbol
will come on.
2. Use
and to set the correct time of
day. After approximately five seconds, the flash-
ing 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.
Cooktop
Hot Surface
Oven
Figure 11: Oven
light switch
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Timer Functions
This appliance is equipped with three timer options: minute countdown timer, cook time (dur), and end
time (END).
Table 2: Timer Functions
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
Minute Timer (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
A B C D
Figure 12 : 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 on-o until the desired function op-
tion 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 dis-
play. 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 de-
activate 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.
IMPORTANT
With the Duration and End functions, the appli-
ance will stop cooking automatically.
To cancel the timer function:
1. Press timer on-o until the desired function
option appears.
2. Press and hold
and at the same time.
The timer function will go out after several sec-
onds.
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 con-
firmed.
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..
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Setting Bake
Use the bake feature whenever the recipe calls for
baking using normal temperatures.
To set 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.
CAUTION
Do not bake foods directly on the oven bottom.
To avoid damaging the oven interior and surfac-
es, 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 for 8-to-10 minutes be-
fore baking. Preheating is not necessary when
roasting, cooking casseroles, or broiling most
foods.
3. Turn the oven mode knob to the bake position
(
Figure 13).
Figure 13 :Oven mode knob
4. Turn the oven temp knob to the desired tem-
perature position (Figure 14).
Figure 14: Oven temp knob
WARNING
Incorrect operation of the appliance or defective
components can cause dangerous overheating.
To prevent this, this appliance has a safety ther-
mostat 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 posi-
tions.
Figure 15 : Oven rack positions
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Single Rack Baking
Figure 16: Baking with a single rack
If you choose to use a single rack while cooking,
then radiant baking is preferred.
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 15).
When baking using one oven racks, position
bakeware as shown in Figure 16. 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 17: 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 15) and place pans as shown in
Figure 17.
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 recom-
mended for pies. Shiny pans are recommended
for cakes, cookies, and muns.
Do not open the oven door too often. Open-
ing 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 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 13).
2. Turn the oven temp knob to the desired tem-
perature position (Figure 14). 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 posi-
tions.
Searing
Grill
Broiler
Pan
Broiler Pan
& Insert
Broiler
Insert
Figure 18 : Broil accessories
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.
WARNING
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.
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Table 3: Broil recommendations
Food item Rack Posi-
tion
Temperature Cook time in minutes
1st side 2nd side
Doneness
Steak 1” thick
3rd
4th
480°F
480°F
7:00
8:00
6:00
7:00
Rare
Medium
Pork Chops 3/4
“thick
3rd or 4th 480°F 8:00 6:00 Well
Chicken - Bone
In
3rd 450°F 20:00 10:00 Well
Chicken Bone-
less
3rd or 4th 450°F 8:00 6:00 Well
Fish 3rd 480°F 13:00 - Well
Shrimp 3rd 480°F 5:00 - Well
Hamburger 1”
thick
3rd
3rd or 4th
480°F
480°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 Convection Bake
Convection functions use a fan to circulate the
oven’s heat uniformly and continuously around the
oven (Figure 19).
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 19: 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
CAUTION
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
posi- tioned 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 min-
utes before baking. Preheating is not necessary
when roasting, cooking casseroles, or broiling
most foods
3. Turn the oven mode knob to the conv bake po-
sition (
Figure 20).
Figure 20: Oven mode knob
4. Turn the oven temp knob to the desired tem-
perature position (Figure 21)
Figure 21: Oven temp knob
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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 ther-
mostat 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 posi-
tions
Figure 22: Oven Rack Positions
Figure 23: Baking with a single rack
IMPORTANT
For this appliance, single rack radiant bake is the
recom- mended 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 22).
When baking using one oven rack, position
bakeware as shown in Figure 23. 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 Con-
vection baking is preferred.
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Multi-Rack Baking
Figure 24: 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 22) and place pans as shown in
Figure 24.
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 recom-
mended 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 recom-
mended for pies. Shiny pans are recom- mend-
ed for cakes, cookies, and muns.
Do not open the oven door too often. Open-
ing 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 Keep Warm
Keep Warm should only be used with foods that
are already at serving temperatures. Keep warm
will keep cooked foods warm and ready for serving
after cooking has finished.
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
CAUTION
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.
To set Keep Warm:
1. Turn the oven mode knob to the Keep Warm
position.
2. Turn the oven temperature knob to a tempera-
ture between 150°F - 170° F (66°C - 77°C).
3. When finished, turn the oven mode knob to OFF.
Figure 25: Oven mode knob
Figure 26: Oven temp knob
WARNING
Incorrect operation of the appliance or defective
components can cause dangerous overheating.
To prevent this, this appliance has a safety ther-
mostat which interrupts the power supply. The
appliance must be manually activated after the
temperature drop, restoring the timer.
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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 even-
ly and continuously within the oven.
The convection fan will begin rotating once convec-
tion 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 recom-
mended cook time of your recipe (check the
food at this time). If necessary, increase cook
time until the desired doneness is obtained
Incorrect operation of the appliance or defec-
tive components can cause dangerous over-
heating. To prevent this, this appliance has a
safety thermostat which interrupts the power
supply. The appliance must be manually acti-
vated after the temperature drop, restoring the
timer.
Searing
Grill
Broiler
Pan
Broiler Pan
& Insert
Broiler
Insert
Figure 27: 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 ex-
posed grease could ignite
1. Arrange the oven rack while oven is still cool.
Turn the oven mode knob to the conv broil po-
sition.
2. Turn the oven temp knob to the desired tem-
perature 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
NOTE
Always pull the oven rack out to the stop posi-
tion before turning or removing food..
5. Turn and broil food on the second side.
6. To cancel the broiling function, turn the oven
mode andoven temp knobs to the OFF posi-
tions
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.
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Cleaning Various Parts of Your Appliance
Before cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned o and the cooktop and oven are
cool. Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the diculty
and time of major cleaning
Surface Type Recommendation
Aluminum and Vinyl Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
Painted and plastic
control knobs Painted
body parts Painted
decorative trims
Using a soft cloth and clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50
solution of vinegar and water. Follow by rinsing the area with clean water; dry
and polish with a soft cloth. Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a soft
cloth first. 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. To remove control knobs, turn to the OFF position; grasp firmly and
pull straight o the shaft. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides
of both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Stainless Steel Your appliance’s finish may be made with stainless steel (some models). Clean
the stainless with warm soapy water using a clean sponge or cloth. Rinse with
clean water and dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not use any store bought clean-
ers like stainless steel cleaners or any other types of cleaners containing any
abrasive, chlo- rides, chlorine or ammonia. It is recommended to use mild dish
soap and water or a 50/50 solution of water and vinegar.
Cooktop Do not use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop. See “Glass Cooktop Cleaning
on page 26.
Porcelain enamel broil-
er pan and insert (avail-
able by mail order)
Door liner and body
parts
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with
a 1:1 solution of clear water and ammonia. If necessary, cover dicult spots with
an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water
and a damp cloth, and then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and
wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become
damaged during future heating.
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 soap and water to thoroughly clean the top, sides, and front of the oven
door. Rinse well. You may use a glass cleaner won the outside glass of the 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. Care should be taken not to rub, damage,
or remove this gasket
Oven interior For oven interior remove excessive spillovers from oven cavity bottom. Clean
any soils from oven frame and door liner outside the oven door gasket,
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Surface Type Recommendation
Control panel
Control keypad mem-
brane Decorative trim
(some models)
Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls o, activate oven lockout
(on some models), and if needed remove any knobs from panel. Do not use
abrasive cleaners on any of these materials; they can scratch. Clean using hot,
soapy water and a cloth or sponge. Be sure to squeeze excess water from cloth
or sponge before wiping control panel, especially when wiping around the
controls area. Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the
appliance. When rinsing, use clean water and a cloth or sponge and be sure to
squeeze excess water from cloth or sponge before wiping the control panel.
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CARE AND CLEANING
Glass Cooktop Cleaning
Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to main-
taining your ceramic glass cooktop.
Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply
some glass-ceramic cooktop cleaner. Bu with a
non-abrasive cloth or sponge. This will make clean-
ing easier when soiled from cooking. The special
cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish
on the glass to help prevent scratches and abra-
sions.
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 cook-
top.
Use cookware with dirt or dirt build up on bot-
tom; replace with clean cookware before using.
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
Figure 29: Cooktop care
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 sur-
face.
CAUTION
Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the con-
trols are turned to OFF and the cooktop is cool.
The glass surfacecould be hot and burns may
occur if the glass surface is touched before it has
cooled suciently.
For light to moderate soil:
Apply a few drops of glass-ceramic cooktop clean-
er directly to the cooktop. Use a paper towel or use
a non-abrasive cloth or sponge 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 glass-ceramic cooktop clean-
er directly to the soiled area. Rub the soiled area
using a non-abrasive cleaning tool, applying pres-
sure 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 surface clean.
30°
Figure 30: Cooktop cleaning
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Removing and Replacing the Oven Door
The oven door has three glass panels. You can re-
move the oven door to clean it.
To remove the oven door:
CAUTION
The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage,
lay the door flat with the inside of the door fac-
ing down. Do not use the appliance without the
internal glass panel.
1. Open the door fully, horizontal with the floor,
and hold the two door hinges (
Figure 32).
2. Lift and turn/pull the levers on both of the door
hinge locks down from the oven frame com-
pletely towards the oven door (Figure 33). 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 open-
ing position. Then, pull forward and remove the
door from its seat (Figure 34).
4. Put the door on a soft cloth on a stable surface
(Figure 35).
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
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 stress-
ing the glass may weaken its structure causing an
increased risk of breakage at a later time.
Figure 32: Door hinge locations
2
Figure 33: Door hinge locks
Figure 34: Holding door for removal
Figure 35 : Place door on soft surface
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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 stress-
ing 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 34).
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 34). The hook of the
hinge arms must be fully seated onto the roller
pins.
3. Fully open the oven door, horizontal with floor
(Figure 32).
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 33).
5. Close the oven door.
Replacing the Oven Light
Replacing the oven interior light bulb:
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 when-
ever the oven is in use (
Figure 36). Only use lamps
with the same specifi- cations
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-re-
sistant 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 36: Oven Light
CARE AND CLEANING
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Oven Baking
For best cooking results, heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, pastries, et cetera.
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 Causes Corrections
Cookies and biscuits burn
on the bottom.
Cookies and biscuits put
into oven before preheat-
ing time is completed.
Oven rack is overcrowded
Dark pans absorbs heat
too fast
Allow oven to preheat to desired tem-
perature before placing food in oven.
Choose pan sizes that will permit 2” to
4” of air space (5.1 cm o 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
preheating time is com-
pleted.
Rack position too high or
too low, and 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) low-
er 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) low-
er 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.
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.
Be sure 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.
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Foods not done when cook-
ing 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
shortest recommended baking time.
Make sure to allow 2” to 4” of clear-
ance 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 Solution
Poor baking results. Many factors eect baking results. Use proper oven rack position. Center
food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate. Preheat oven to
the set temperature before placing food in the oven. Try adjusting the reci-
pe’s recommended temperature or baking time.
Oven light does not work. Be sure the oven light is secure in the socket. See “Replacing the Oven
Light” on page 28.
Flames inside oven or
smoking from oven vent.
Excessive spills in oven. Grease or food spilled onto oven bottom or oven
cavity. Wipe up excessive spills before starting oven. If flames or excessive
smoke are present when using broil, see “Setting Broil” on page 17
Oven racks discolored or
do not slide easily.
Clean by using a mild abrasive cleaner following manufacturer’s instruc-
tions. Rinse with clean water, dry, and replace in oven.
Oven smokes excessively
when broiling.
Incorrect setting. See “Setting Broil” on page 17 Meat too close to the
broil element. Reposition broil rack to provide proper clearance between
the meat and broil element. 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 broil-
ing frequently. Grease or food splatters will cause excessive smoking.
Areas of discoloration with
metallic sheen on cooktop
surface.
Mineral deposits from water and food. Remove using the recommended
CookTop® Cleaning Creme to the ceramic surface (on the web visit www.
sears.com for replacement cooktop cleaner, item number 40079). Bu with
a non-abrasive cloth or sponge
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 knob is turned on for element needed.
Lightweight or warped pans used. Use only flat, evenly balanced, medium
or heavyweight cookware. Flat pans heat better than warped pans. Cook-
ware materials and weight of the material aect heating. Heavy and medi-
um-weight pans heat evenly.Because lightweight pans heat unevenly, foods
may burn easily.
Scratches or abrasions on
cooktop surface.
Coarse particles such as salt or hardened soils between cooktop and uten-
sils can cause scratches. Be sure cooktop surface and bottoms of utensils
are clean before usage. Small scratches do not aect cooking and will be-
come less visible with time.
Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic-glass cooktop have
been used. Apply a few drops of glass-ceramic cooktop cleaner directly on
the area(s) with scratches or abrasions. Bu with a non-abrasive cloth or
sponge. For more information see “Glass Cooktop Cleaning” on page 26.
Cookware with rough bottom was used. Use smooth, flat-bottomed cook-
ware.
Metal marks on the cook-
top.
Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface. Do not slide metal
utensils on cooktop surface. Apply a few drops of glass-ceramic cooktop
cleaner directly on the area(s) with scratches or abrasions. Bu with a
non-abrasive cloth or sponge. For more information, see “
Glass Cooktop
Cleaning” on page 26.
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Brown streaks or specks
on cooktop surface.
Boilovers are cooked onto surface. Use razor blade scraper to remove soil.
For more information see “Glass Cooktop Cleaning” on page 26.
Appliance is not level. Be sure floor is level, strong, and stable enough to adequately support
range.
If floor is sagging or sloping, contact a carpenter to correct the situation.
Poor installation. Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the
oven rack. Adjust leveling legs at base of appliance until the rack is level.
Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear not level. Be sure cabi-
nets 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 builder or installer to
make appliance accessible.
Carpet interferes with appliance. Provide sucient space so appliance can
be lifted over carpet.
Entire appliance does not
operate.
Make sure power cord is plugged properly into outlet. Electrical power
outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for
service outage information.
Fan noise during cooking
operation.
A cooling fan may automatically turn on and o to cool internal parts. It is
normal.
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USA
1.800.944.9044
Electrolux Home Products,
Inc.
10200 David Taylor Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
Canada
1.800.265.8352
Electrolux Canada Corp.
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
L5V 3E4
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 incured during installation, including but not limited to
floors, cabintes, 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 LIMITA-
TION 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 WAR-
RANTY 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. Elec-
trolux 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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