Use & Care Epicure™ Ranges SAFETY IS EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY. ALL DACOR APPLIANCES ARE DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED TO GIVE YOU MANY YEARS OF SAFE OPERATION. THE OPERATION WILL BE FURTHER ENHANCED IF PROPER CARE AND JUDGEMENT ARE EXERCISED IN THE USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS APPLIANCE. IMPORTANT INFORMATION • Operating Instructions • Care and Cleaning Instructions • Safety Tips WARNINGS: e g n a R our Y g n i Us e r o f e dB a e R e Pleas Must be followed carefully to avoid personal injury or damage.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................... 1 Purpose of this Manual ................................ 1 Product Registration .................................... 1 IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ......................... 2 What To Do .................................................. 2 What Not To Do ............................................ 2 OVEN OPERATION ....................................... 3-7 Getting Started ............................................. 3 What is Pure Convection™? ...........
21. Always set utensils gently onto the grates and center them so that they are wellbalanced. 22. Always keep the cooktop surface clean and dry. What Not to Do 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Do not use the range for warming or heating the room. Do not leave children alone or unattended in the area where the range is in use. Never allow children to sit or stand on any part of the oven. Do not let children play with the range.
What is Pure Convection™? Your new oven has the best cooking system available today, “Pure Convection™”. Pure Convection™ is a total system approach to cooking. The heat source is a third element outside the cooking cell behind a “baffle.” Not only does the baffle separate the food from the heat source, it channels the air from the “Convection Fan” evenly into the cell eliminating any hot or cool spots in the oven.
CONVECTION BROIL (ERD48 left oven only) – The high wattage, top heating element supplies the heat in Broil mode in combination with the convection fan for better heat distribution. The broil temperature is adjustable from 135˚F to the “HI” setting (equivalent to 555˚F) for greater cooking flexibility. Broiling is performed with the door closed.
IMPORTANT: 2. Cancellation of the Minute Timer does not turn off the oven if it is operating. You must manually shut the oven off by pressing the “CANCEL•SECURE” touch pad. (See the Delay Timed Cooking section on page 7 for automatic oven turn on and turn off.) NOTES: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. To view the current time of day rather than the remaining time on the Minute Timer, just press the “CLOCK” touch pad. To change back to a Minute Timer display, press the “TIMER 1” or “TIMER 2” touch pad.
Multiple Rack Baking The uniform air circulation provided by Convection™ cooking enables the more oven capacity to be utilized. Many foods, such as pizzas, cakes, cookies, biscuits, muffins, rolls and frozen convenience foods can be successfully prepared on either two or three racks at the same time. Additionally, complete meals can be prepared by using multiple racks. See below for specific recommendations.
3. The time required to preheat the oven must be included in the “COOK TIME.” Thus, the “COOK TIME” should be increased by about 8 to 12 minutes depending upon the temperature setting. The broiler does not come on to preheat in the Delay Mode, so you will not pre-maturely brown foods. NOTE: The gas broilers (ERD model only), or Electrical Glass Broilers (ERDE model only), are not activated for Pre-heat in the DelayTime cooking mode, so Pre-Heat times are increased - but dishes will not pre-maturely brown.
Setting the Burner Flame Heights Epicure™ Range burners are all rated at a maximum output of 15,000 BTU/HR. All burners are sealed to the cooktop by gaskets around the underside of the burner bases, thereby preventing any liquid spills from getting below the cooktop frame. Setting the proper burner flame height for the desired cooking process and selected utensil will result in superior cooking performance, while also saving time and energy. Follow these recommendations for best results: 1.
3. 4. Set the grates into the locating dimples gently. Do not drop the grates into place. Use caution when cooking to avoid spills as much as possible. Porcelain is acidresistant but not acid-proof, so some foods can cause permanent damage if allowed to remain on porcelain surfaces. Daily cleaning of the grates and burner caps is best accomplished with a soft cloth or sponge dampened in a solution of warm water and hand dishwashing liquid. Grates and burner caps should not be cleaned in the dishwasher.
Knobs and Spill Protector Rings Stubborn stains may be removed by applying a metal polishing compound. The control knobs provided with these ranges are designed for ease of use and longevity. The “D” shaped design of the knob shaft ensures proper orientation when re-installing the knob. Beneath each knob, a spill protector ring prevents liquid spills from entering the control panel. WARNING: Never block the holes in the control panel below the knobs.
3. 4. Wipe up excess grease and other food spills with a damp cloth. This will minimize smoke and increase the efficiency of the Self-Clean cycle. Turn on kitchen fans or vents to help remove odors during the Self-Clean cycle. Follow these steps to Self-Clean the oven: 1. Complete all steps listed above for preparing the oven for Self-Cleaning. 2. Close the oven door completely. 3. Press the “SELF-CLEAN” touch pad. The oven will beep once, “CLEAN” will flash, and “– –:– –” will be displayed. 4.
To replace a light bulb, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the power at the main power supply. 2. Remove the lens cover from the housing by pulling straight out. caution. Do not cause uneven stress on the lens cover. Gently insert the point end of the pry stick under the center edge of the lens cover on the side facing the oven door. Hold your hand under the lens for support then pry out to remove the lens cover. 3. 4. 5.
Oven is set for Delay Timed Cleaning Oven will turn on automatically at preset time. If desired, press “CANCEL•SECURE” touch pad to cancel out of Delay Timed Cleaning Oven will not work. Light bulb is burned out. Follow REPLACING THE OVEN LIGHT. Door will not open. Oven is in Self-Clean mode. If oven is hot, door latch will release automatically when oven temperature falls below 390˚F at end of cycle.
Product Maintenance No maintenance, other than the CARE AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS identified in this Use & Care Manual, should be attempted by the owner/operator. All other maintenance and service must be performed by a qualified appliance technician. If You Need Service… First, review the recommended checks listed in the preceding Troubleshooting Guide. Then, be certain that the appliance has been installed properly and is being operated correctly.
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