User Manual Frigidaire FCRG3015AW 30'' gas range

• Owner's manual - (English)

• Wiring Diagram - (English)
• Installation Instructions - (English)
• Product Specifications Sheet - (English)

Table of contents

• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS
• BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
• SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
• BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS
• SETTING OVEN CONTROLS
• CARE AND CLEANING
• BEFORE YOU CALL

User Manual gas range

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 instructions supplied with your range for proper installation.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT - Read and follow the below instructions and precautions for unpacking, installing, and servicing your appliance: Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the appliance. Never allow children to play with packaging material. Do not remove the wiring label and other literature attached to the appliance. Do not remove model/ serial number plate. Cold temperatures can damage the electronic control. When using this appliance for the first time, or when the appliance has not been used for an extended period of time, be sure the appliance has been in temperatures above 32ºF (0ºC) for at least 3 hours before turning on the power to the appliance. Never modify or alter the construction of the appliance byCARE AND CLEANING removing the leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip brackets/screws, or any other part of the appliance. Be sure to have an appropriate foam-type fire extinguisher available, visible, and easily accessible located near the appliance.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. In the United States, install in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NPFA No. 54, latest edition and National Electrical Code NFPA No. 70 latest edition, and local electrical code requirements. In Canada, install in accordance with CAN/CGA B149.1 and CAN/CGA B149.2 and CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical code, Part 1-latest editions and local electrical code requirements. Install only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this appliance. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. For maximum safety, the power cord must be securely connected to an electrical outlet or junction box that is the correct voltage, is correctly polarized and properly grounded, and protected by a circuit breaker in accordance with local codes. It is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have the appropriate outlet or junction box with the correct, properly grounded wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician. It is the responsibility and obligation of the consumer to contact a qualified installer to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and is in conformance with all local codes and ordinances

This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. For personal safety, the appliance must be properly grounded. For maximum safety, the power cord must be plugged into an electrical outlet that is correctly polarized and properly grounded. If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the only available outlet, it is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle, installed by a qualified technician.

Conversion to (L.P.) Gas

This appliance allows for conversion to Liquefied Petroleum (L.P.) Gas. If L.P. conversion is needed, contact your local L.P. Gas provider for assistance.

See the installation instructions packaged with this appliance for complete installation and grounding instructions.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE APPLIANCE

Storage In or On Appliance—Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven or microwave, near surface burners or elements, or in the storage or warmer drawer (if equipped). This includes paper, plastic, and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plastic ware, and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the appliance. Do not leave children alone - Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance, including the storage drawer, lower broiler drawer, warmer drawer, or lower double oven. Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above the appliance or on the backguards of ranges. Children climbing on or near the appliance to reach items could be seriously injured. Do not allow children to climb or play around the appliance. The weight of a child on an open over door may cause the appliance to tip, resulting in serious burns or other injury. An open drawer when hot may cause burns. Stepping, leaning, or sitting on the door or drawers of this appliance can result in serious injuries and also cause damage to the appliance. Never cover any slots, holes, or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with any materials, such as aluminum foil or aftermarket oven liners. Doing so blocks air flow through the oven and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil and other liners may 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.

When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Grease may catch fire if it becomes too hot. Do not use water or flour on grease fires. Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher. Cover the fire with a pan lid or use baking soda. Use dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholders touch hot cooking areas. Do not use towels or other bulky cloths. Do not heat unopened food containers - Buildup of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury. Wear proper apparel - Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces. Do not touch surface burners or elements, areas near these burners or elements, interior surfaces of the oven, or the warmer drawer (if equipped). Surface burners and elements may be hot even though they appear cool. Areas near surface burners and elements may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they are cool. These areas may include the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, oven vent areas, oven door, and oven window

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR GAS 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 off before removing the cookware. Use proper pan size. This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes. Select cookware with flat bottoms that match the surface unit heating element. The use of undersized cookware may expose a portion of the flame to direct contact and may result in the ignition of clothing or other items. Using the proper cookware on the cooking areas will improve efficiency. Always turn knob to the full LITE position when igniting top burners. Visually check that burner has lit. Then adjust the flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil.

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 burners Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings — Boil overs cause smoking and greasy spill overs that may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt. 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 you are flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn the fan on.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN

Protective liners—Do not use aluminum foil, aftermarket oven liners, or any other materials or devices to line oven bottom, oven racks, or any other part of the appliance. Only use aluminum as recommended for baking, such as lining cookware or as a cover placed on food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire or a short circuit. 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 heatsensitive 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 is hot, do not let potholder contact hot burner or element in oven. Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition. Remove all cookware and utensils before moving the rack. Do not use a broiler pan without its insert. Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat to drain away from the high heat of the broiler. Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil; exposed fat and grease could ignite. Do not cook food on the oven bottom. Always cook in proper cookware and always use the oven racks.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE

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 ventilating 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 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals. All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician. This reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to the appliance. Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand. Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the power to the appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency. Remove the oven door from any unused oven if it is to be stored or discarded. Do not touch a hot oven light bulb with a damp cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Handle halogen lights (if equipped) with paper towels or soft gloves. Disconnect the appliance or shut off the power to the appliance before removing and replacing the bulb.

COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS

Bakeware

The material of bakeware affects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food.

Cooking Conditions

Conditions in your kitchen can affect the performance of your appliance when cooking food.

Cooking Results

Small adjustments may fix a problem with food not being as done as you like or more done than you like

Cooking Tips

Use these additional tips to get the best results from your appliance.

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Assembly of the burner caps

Make sure that all of the surface burner caps and surface burner grates are installed correctly and at the correct locations.

1. Remove all packing material from the cooktop area.

2. Make sure burner caps are properly placed on the surface burners.

3. Unpack the burner grates and position them on the cooktop.

4. Discard all packing material.

On round-style burners, the burner cap lip (Figure 1) should fit snug into the center of the burner head and rest level. Refer to Figure 2 for correct and incorrect burner cap placement.

Once in place, you may check the fit by gently sliding the burner cap from side to side (Figure 3) to be sure it is centered and firmly seated. When the burner cap lip makes contact inside the center of the burner head you will be able to hear the burner cap click.

Install burner grates

To install burner grates, place the grates flat-side down and align them into the cooktop recess.

Using Proper Cookware

The size and type of cookware used will influence the heat setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in Figure 5 and Figure 6.

Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware (See Figure 5). Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element (See Figure 6).

Cookware Material Types

The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface burner to the pan bottom. The most popular materials available are:

• Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware resists staining and pitting).
• Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily (See Aluminum).
• Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.
• Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor that retains heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is reached.
• Porcelain-enamel on metal - Heating characteristics will vary depending on base material.
• Glass - Slow heat conductor.

Gas surface burner types

The cooktop is equipped with gas surface burners with different BTU ratings. The ability to heat food quickly and in large amounts increases as the burner size increases.

• Small burners are best used for low-flame heating of small amounts of food.
• Standard burners can be used for most surface cooking needs.
• The largest burner is best used for bringing large quantities of liquid rapidly up to temperature or when preparing larger quantities of food. The large burner is located at the right front position on the cooktop.

Regardless of size, always select cookware that is suitable for the amount and type of food being prepared. Select a burner and set the flame size appropriately for the pan. Never allow flames to extend beyond the outer edge of the pan.

SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Setting surface controls

The ability to heat food quickly and in large volumes increases as the burner size increases. Your gas appliance may be equipped with many different sized surface burners.

It is important to select cookware that is suitable for the amount and type of food being prepared. Select a burner and flame size appropriate for the cookware size

• The standard size burner or burners may be used for most surface cooking needs.
• The smaller SIMMER burner is best suited for simmering delicate sauces, etc.
• The larger POWER burner or QUICK BOIL burner is recommended for bringing large quantities of liquid to temperature and when preparing larger quantities of food

Setting a surface burner:

1. Place cooking utensil on center of surface burner grate. Be sure the cooking utensil rests stable on the burner grate.

2. Push the burner’s surface control knob in and turn counterclockwise out of the OFF position (Figure 7).

3. Release the surface control knob and rotate to the LITE position . Visually check that the burner has a steady gas flame.

4. Once the surface burner has a flame, push the surface control knob in and turn counterclockwise to the desired flame size setting. Adjust the flame as needed using the knob markings.

Set proper burner flame size

The color of the flame is the key to proper burner adjustment. A good flame is clear, blue and hardly visible in a well-lighted room. Each cone of flame should be steady and sharp. Adjust or clean the burner if flame is yellow-orange.

For most cooking: start on the highest setting and then turn to a lower setting to complete the process. Use the recommendations below as a guide for determining proper flame size for various types of cooking (Figure 9).

For deep fat frying: use a thermometer and adjust the surface 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 under-cooked. Do not attempt to deep fat fry too much food at once as the food will neither brown nor cook properly.

Cooking with a griddle (some models)

The griddle is a versatile accessory that is perfect for cooking foods that require large flat surfaces such as pancakes, French toast, grilled sandwiches, bacon, and also for cooking different foods at the same time. After use, let the griddle cool before washing. Hand wash with hot soapy water. Do not soak. Dry thoroughly. Do not put a griddle in a dishwasher.

Using the griddle:

Place the griddle securely on top of the burner grates. Preheat the griddle for 5 minutes on medium to medium low setting. Slow preheat ensures even heat distribution during the cooking process. DO NOT preheat the griddle on HI setting. Preheating on HI may warp the griddle and prevent even heat distribution.

Home Canning

Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance. Check with the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Web site and be sure to read all the information they have available as well as follow their recommendations for home canning procedures.

• Use only a completely flat bottom canner with no ridges that radiate from the bottom center when home canning. Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom surface is flat. Use a straight-edge to check canner bottom.
• Make sure the diameter of the canner does not exceed 1 inch beyond the surface element markings or burner.
• It is recommended to use smaller diameter canners on electric coil and ceramic glass cooktops and to center canners on the burner grates.
• Start with hot tap water to bring water to boil more quickly.
• Use the highest heat seating when first bringing the water to a boil. Once boiling is achieved, reduce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain that boil.
• Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning information.
• It is best to can small amounts and light loads.
• Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended amount of time.

BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Oven Vent Location

The oven is vented as shown below. 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. Never close off the openings with aluminium foil or any other material. Steam or moisture may appear near the oven vent. This is normal.

Types of oven racks

• Flat oven racks may be used for most cooking needs and may be placed in most oven rack positions.

Removing, replacing, and arranging flat or offset oven racks

Always arrange the oven racks when the oven is cool.

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.

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

1. Bake - Use to select for all baking.

2. Broil - Use to select the broil feature. When broil is active the indicator light above the broil key will glow.

3. Timer On-Off - Use to set or cancel the minute timer. The minute timer does not start or stop cooking.

4. Set Clock - Use with up or down arrows to set the time of day.

5. OFF - Use to stop or to clear any feature previously entered except time of day and minute timer. Press OFF to stop cooking.

6. Up and Down arrow keys - Use with the feature or function pads to set oven temperature or to adjust the clock or minute timer.

Minimum and Maximum Settings

Setting the Clock

When the appliance is first plugged in or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupted, the display will flash 12:00. It is recommended to always set the clock for the correct time of day before using the appliance.

To set the clock:

1. Press Set Clock once (do not hold clock key down).

2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold or until the correct time of day appears in the display and release. The clock will accept the change in a few seconds..

Temperature display (Fahrenheit/Celsius)

The electronic oven control is set to operate in Fahrenheit (°F) at the factory. The oven may be programmed for any temperature from 170°F to 500°F (77°C to 260°C).

To change the temperature to Celsius (°C) or from °C to °F:

1. Press Broil until F or C appears in the display.

2. Press or to change °F to °C or °C to °F. To accept the change, wait 6 seconds until the oven control provides an acceptance beep.

3. The display will return to the time of day

Operating oven light

The interior oven light will automatically turn ON when the oven door is opened. Press the oven light switch located on the upper left control panel to turn the interior oven light ON and OFF whenever the oven door is closed.

Setting the minute timer

1. Press Timer on-off.

2. Press to increase time in one-minute increments. Press and hold to increase time in 10-minute increments. The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes.

3. When the diesired timer setting is reached, release the arrow key. The timer will start counting down within a few seconds.

4. When the set time ends, the timer will beep three times and will continue to beep three times every minute until Timer on-off is pressed.

To change the timer while it is in use:

While the timer is active and shows in the display, press and hold or to increase or decrease the time remaining.

To cancel the minute timer before the set time has run out:

1. Press Timer on-off once.

Setting Bake

Bake cooks with heat that rises from the oven bottom. The heat and air circulate naturally in the oven. The oven indicator light above the BAKE key will remain on until oven is preheated. During baking the oven indicator light will turn on and off as the oven cycles to maintain set temperature. Follow baking recommendations for best results.

The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 500°F (77°C to 260°C). The factory preset automatic bake temperature is 350°F (177°C).

For best bake results:

• Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies, cakes, biscuits, and breads.
• Use rack position 3 when baking most items on a single oven rack.
• When baking a layer cake using a single oven rack, use rack position 4.
• When baking using two oven racks, position cookware to allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between cookware for proper air circulation.
• For best results when baking layer cakes using 2 oven racks, place bakeware on rack positions 3 and 6 See Figure 13.
• Dark or dull bakeware absorbs more heat than shiny bakeware, resulting in dark or overbrowned foods. It may be necessary to reduce oven temperature or cook time to prevent overbrowning of some foods.
• Dark pans are recommended for pies; shiny pans are recommended for cakes, cookies, and muffins
• Do not open oven door often. Opening the door will reduce the temperature in the oven and may increase cook time.
• Do not leave oven light on while baking.

To set Bake:

1. Press Bake. — — — appears in the display.

2. Within 5 seconds, press or . The display will show 350°F (177°C). The temperature can then be adjusted in 5°F (1°C) increments.

3. When a key is released, the oven will begin heating to the selected temperature. When the oven reaches the set temperature, the preheat indicator light will turn off and the control will beep three times.

4. To cancel the baking function, press OFF.

To change oven temperature after Bake has started:

1. Press Bake

2. Press or to increase or decrease to a new temperature. The oven indicator light on the electronic display will turn on and off when using the bake feature and during preheat. This is normal and indicates that the oven is cycling to maintain the selected baking temperature. To cancel baking press OFF.

Setting Broil

Use the broil feature to cook meats that require direct exposure to radiant heat for optimum browning results. Broiling will produce some smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from the element. Watch food to prevent burning. When broiling always remember to arrange the oven racks while oven is still cool. This unit has an electric broil feature. Position the rack as suggested in page 20.

Broiling tips:

• If using broil pan and insert, place insert on broil pan. Place on oven rack, preheat on broil HI for 5 minutes before placing food on insert. Broil with the oven door closed.
• Always use the broiler pan with the insert when broiling. It allows the dripping grease to be kept away from the high heat of the broil element. Do not use the pan without the insert.
• Always pull the rack out to the stop position before turning or removing food.
• Do not cover the broil pan insert with aluminum foil. The exposed grease could catch fire. Do not use a roasting rack when broiling

To set broil:

1. Arrange the oven rack while oven is still cool.

2. Press broil. The display will show — —.

3. Press for HI broil or for LO broil. Most foods may be broiled at the HI broil setting.

4. For optimum results, preheat pan using Broil HI for 5 minutes before placing food on pan.

5. Boil with the oven door closed. 6. Broil on one side until food is browned. Turn and broil food on the other side.

When broiling is finished press OFF.

Adjusting the oven temperature

Your appliance 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 think the oven is cooking too hot or too cool for your recipe times, you can adjust the control so the oven cooks hotter or cooler than the temperature displayed.

Do not use oven thermometers such as those found in grocery stores to check the temperature settings inside your oven. These oven thermometers may vary as much as 20 to 40 degrees from actual temperatures.

To adjust oven temperature:

1. Press and hold the Bake key and release when the display shows the factory temperature setting of 00. If the oven temperature has been previously adjusted from the factory setting, the last adjusted value will appear in the display instead.

2. The temperature can now be adjusted up +35°F (+19°C), in 5°F increments with each press of the key

3. When lowering the oven temperature using the key, minus sign (-) will appear before the number to indicate that the oven will be cooler by the displayed amount of degrees.

4. To accept the change, wait for the oven control to provide an acceptance beep.

CARE AND CLEANING

Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the difficulty of major cleaning later.

Aluminum and vinyl : Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water. Rinse with clean water, dry and polish with a soft, clean cloth.

Painted and plastic control knobs Painted body parts Painted decorative trims : Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry and polish with a soft, clean cloth. Glass cleaners may be used, but do not apply directly to surface; spray onto cloth and wipe.

Control panel : Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Do not spray liquids directly on the oven control and display area. Do not use large amounts of water on the control panel - excess water on the control area may cause damage to the appliance. Do not use other liquid cleaners, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or paper towels - they will damage the finish.

Control knobs : Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. To remove control knobs: turn to the OFF position, grasp firmly, and pull off the shaft. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the OFF markings and push the knobs into place.

Stainless Steel : Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not use cleaners containing abrasives, chlorides, chlorine, or ammonia

Smudge Proof™ Stainless Steel Black Stainless Steel : Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not use appliance cleaner, stainless steel cleaner, or cleaner containing abrasives, chlorides, chlorine, or ammonia. These cleaners may damage the finish.

Porcelain-enameled broiler pan and insert Porcelain door liner Porcelain body parts : Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth. Scrub gently with a soapy, non-abrasive scouring pad to remove most spots. Rinse with a 50/50 solution of clean water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or future heating could damage the porcelain. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on porcelain surfaces. These spills may cause a dull spot even after cleaning.

Manual clean oven interior : The oven interior is porcelain coated and safe to clean using oven cleaners. Always follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaners. After cleaning, remove any oven cleaner or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. Do not spray oven cleaner on any electrical controls or switches. Do not spray or allow oven cleaner to build up on the oven temperature sensing probe. Do not spray cleaner on oven door trim, door gasket, plastic drawer glides, handles or any exterior surfaces of the appliance. Ammonia must be rinsed before operating the oven. Provide adequate ventilation.

Oven door : Use mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water to clean the top, sides, and front of the oven door. Rinse well. Glass cleaner may be used on the outside glass of the door. Ceramic smoothtop cleaner or polish may be used on the interior door glass. Do not immerse the door in water. Do not spray or allow water or cleaners to enter the door vents. Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powders, or any harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the oven door. Do not clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a woven material which is essential for a good seal. Do not rub, damage, or remove this gasket.

Gas cooktop surface burners : See “Cleaning the sealed burners” on page 26.

Gas cooktop surface grates Gas cooktop burner caps : Use a non-abrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mild abrasive cleanser. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on the burner grates or burner caps. These spills may cause a dull spot even after cleaning. Clean these spills as soon as surfaces are cool. Thoroughly dry immediately following cleaning.

Aluminum Foil and Utensils

WARNING:

• Never cover any slots, holes, or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Aluminum foil linings may trap heat, causing a fire hazard.
• Protective Liners — Do not use aluminum foil to line the oven bottom. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or fire.

Cleaning the sealed burners

To avoid possible burns, do not attempt cleaning before turning off all surface burners and allowing them to cool.

Any additions, changes, or conversions required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the application needs must be made by an authorized qualified Agency. Routinely clean the cooktop. Wipe with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry to avoid scratches. Keeping the surface burner head ports and slots clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame.

To clean recessed and contoured areas of cooktop:

• If a spill occurs on or in the recessed or contoured areas, blot up spill with an absorbent cloth.
• Rinse with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.

To clean burner heads:

1. Remove the burner cap from the burner head (see Figure 18). Clean the cap with hot soapy water and dry thoroughly

2. For burned-on and dried spills, apply hot soapy water to the burner head. Allow time for the soils to soften.

3. Use a toothbrush to clean all over the burner head (see Figure 19).

4. Use the toothbrush to clean the slots and holes in the burner (see Figure 19).

5. Use a needle or fine wire to clean out the ignition port (see Figure 19).

6. Wipe the burner head clean with a soft, clean cloth, sponge, or scratch-free cleaning pad.

7. Before using the cooktop again, make sure the burner caps are properly placed and seated on the burner heads. When placed correctly, the burner cap is centered on the burner head and will click into place on the burner head. You can wiggle the cap to test placement, it should not move off the burner head (see “Assembly of the burner caps” on page 12)

Important notes:

• The surface burner heads are secured to the cooktop and must be cleaned in place on the cooktop.
• Always keep the surface burner caps in place whenever a surface burner is in use.
• When replacing the burner caps, be sure the burner caps are seated firmly on top of the burner heads.
• For proper flow of gas and ignition of burners do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents, or any other material to enter the gas orifice port opening.

Remove and replace storage drawer

Use the storage drawer for storing cooking utensils. The drawer can be removed to facilitate cleaning under the range. Use care when handling the drawer

Replacing the Oven Light

Replacing the oven interior light bulb:

The interior oven light is located at the rear of the oven cavity (Figure 20).

1. Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the appliance.

2. Replace the bulb with a new appliance bulb.

3. Turn the power back on again at the main source (or plug the appliance back in).

4. Be sure to reset the time of day on the clock.

Removing and Replacing the Oven Door

To remove oven door:

1. Open oven door completely, horizontal with floor (See Figure 21).

2. Pull the door hinge locks on both left and right door hinges down from the oven frame completely towards the oven door (See Figure 22). 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 (See Figure 23).

4. Close the door to approximately 10 degrees from the door frame (See Figure 23).

5. Lift the oven door hinge arms over the roller pins located on each side of the oven frame (See Figure 24).

To replace oven door:

1. Firmly grasp both sides of oven door along the door sides. Do not use the oven door handle (See Figure 23).

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 (See Figure 23 and Figure 24). The hook of the hinge arms must be fully seated onto the roller pins.

3. Fully open the oven door, horizontal with floor (See Figure 21).

4. Push the door hinge locks up towards and into the oven frame on both left and right oven door hinges to the locked position (See Figure 22).

5. Close the oven door

BEFORE YOU CALL

Oven Baking

For best cooking results, preheat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, pastries, etc. There is no need to preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles. The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance.

Cookies and biscuits burn on the bottom.

• Cookies and biscuits put into oven before oven is preheated.

Allow oven to preheat to desired temperature before placing food in oven.

• Oven rack is overcrowded.

Choose pan sizes that will permit at least 2” of air space (5.1 cm) on all sides when placed in the oven.

• Dark pan absorbs heat too fast.

Use a medium weight shiny baking sheet.

Cakes too dark on top or bottom

• Cakes put in oven before oven is preheated.

Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before placing food in the oven

• Rack position too high or too low.

Use proper rack position for baking needs

• Oven too hot

Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) lower than recommended.

Cakes not done in center

• Oven too hot.

Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) lower than recommended.

• Incorrect pan size.

Use pan size suggested in recipe

• Pan not centered in oven.

Use proper rack position and place pan so there are at least 2” (5.1 cm) of space on all sides of pan.

• Glass cookware slow heat conductor.

Reduce temperature and increase cook time or use shiny bakeware.

Cakes not level

• Oven not level.

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.

• Pan too close to oven wall or rack overcrowded.

Use proper rack position and place pan so there are at least 2” (5.1 cm) of space on all sides of pan.

• Pan warped.

Do not use pans that are dented or warped.

• Oven light left on while baking.

Do not leave the oven light on while baking.

Foods not done when cooking time is over.

• Oven too cool.

Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) higher than suggested and bake for the recommended time.

• Oven overcrowded.

Be sure to remove all pans from the oven except the ones to be used for baking.

• Oven door opened too frequently.

Open oven door only after the shortest recommended baking time.

Solutions to Common Problems: