All about the Use & Care of your Electric Range TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Important Safety Instructions ........................... 3-5 Setting Oven Controls .................................. 16-24 Before Setting Oven Controls ........................... 6-8 Self-Cleaning ..............................................25-27 Before Setting Surface Controls ..................... 9-10 Care & Cleaning .......................................... 28-31 Setting Surface Controls (Ceramic cooktop) ...
PRODUCT RECORD AND REGISTRATION Contents Thank you for choosing Frigidaire. Product Registration ...................................................... 2 Important Safety Instructions ............................ 3-5 Before Setting Oven Controls ............................... 6-8 Removing, replacing & arranging the oven racks ........... 6 Effortless™ Oven Rack system and assembly ................ 8 Before Setting Surface Controls .........................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. 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. Definitions This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING • Storage in or on appliance — to avoid a fire hazard, flammable materials should not be stored in an oven, near surface units or in the storage drawer, warmer drawer or lower oven. This includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the range. • Protective liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line the oven bottom.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SELF-CLEANING OVENS WARNING • Do not touch the oven during the self-clean cycle. • Keep children away from oven during self-clean cycle. • Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns. • Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts listed in this Use & Care Manual. Before self-cleaning the oven, remove the broiler pan and any utensils or foods from the oven.
BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Oven vent location Oven rack stop The oven vent is located under the left side of the control panel (See Fig. 1). When the oven is heating, warm air passes through this vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven which helps to provide good baking results. Do not block the oven vent. oven vent location Most oven racks slide on rack guides provided along the oven cavity sides. The rack guides are curved near the front of each guide.
BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Types of oven racks flat oven rack Your range may be equipped with one or more of the following oven rack types listed below: The flat oven rack (some models) may be used for most cooking needs and may be placed in most rack positions. The flat handle oven rack (some models) may be used for most cooking needs. May be placed in most rack positions. Similar to the flat oven rack but comes with a built-in handle.
BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Effortless™ Oven Rack system Some models are equipped with a special oven rack system that automatically partially extends the oven rack from the interior oven glides to assist in easier access to your food items. This feature works whenever the oven door is opened or closed. To assemble the Effortless™ Oven Rack system: 1. Locate all required parts.
BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS About the ceramic glass cooktop The design pattern on the ceramic cooktop outlines the area and size of the surface element located just below the ceramic glass cooktop. Be sure to match the pan size with the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop and use only quality flat-bottomed cookware.
BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Using proper cookware The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated. Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface element (See Fig. 1). Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware (Fig. 2).
SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Suggested surface element settings Single radiant surface elements The suggested settings found in Fig.1 below are based when surface cooking with medium-weight aluminum pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.
SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Dual radiant surface elements (some models) Symbols on the backguard will help choose which portion of the dual radiant element to set. The symbol indicates a setting for the inner coil only. The symbol indicates a setting for both inner and outer coils. To operate a dual radiant element: 1. Place correctly sized cookware on dual radiant surface element. 2. Push in and turn the surface control knob clockwise (See Fig.
SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Keep warm zone (some models) The purpose of the keep warm zone is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Use the keep warm feature to keep cooked foods hot such as; vegetables, gravies, casseroles, soups, stews, breads, pastries and oven-safe dinner plates. Always start with hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold food on the keep warm zone. All food placed on the warming zone should be covered with a lid to maintain quality.
SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Home canning Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning using your appliance. IMPORTANT NEVER place or straddle a cooking utensil over 2 different surface cooking areas at the same time. This may cause the ceramic cooktop to fracture. • Use only quality flat bottom canners when home canning. Use a straight-edge to check canner bottom. Be sure the cookware has no ridges that radiate from the bottom center when home canning using a ceramic cooktop.
OVEN CONTROL FUNCTIONS READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various keypad functions as described below. Oven control keypads (for models with probe feature only) easy probe keypad— press to momentarily display internal food temperature while cooking with the probe. bake time keypad— use to enter the length of baking time needed.
SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Setting the clock When the appliance is first powered up or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupted and restored, the display will flash the time of day. Be sure to set the clock with the correct time of day before using the oven. To set the clock when the display is flashing: 1. Press once. "CLO" will appear in the display. 2. Within 5 seconds, adjust the time by pressing the or and release the keypad when the correct time displays.
SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Setting lock feature Setting the timer The oven control may be set to lock the oven door and most oven control keypad operations. The built-in minute timer may be used as an extra reminder in the kitchen that will beep when the set time has run out. To set the lock feature: To set the timer: Press and hold the keypad for 3 seconds. "Loc" will appear in display, the "door locked" indicator light will flash and the motor driven door lock will begin to lock the oven door.
SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Setting bake Bake time The oven may be set to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 550°F (77°C to 287°C). The factory preset automatic bake temperature is 350°F (177°C). A bake time setting may be added to most oven baking features. Use the bake time setting to start the oven immediately and to turn off automatically after the set bake time runs out. To set bake: 1. Press 2. Within 5 seconds, press the or keypad. The display will show 350°F (177°C).
SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Start time Use this keypad to add start time instructions to the bake time setting or with the self-clean feature. WARNING FOOD POISONING HAZARD. Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or after cooking. Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness. CAUTION reminder until To set bake with a delayed start time and to automatically turn off once the bake time runs out: 1. Be sure the clock displays the correct time of day before proceeding. Adjust if needed.
SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Quick bake (some models) Benefits of the quick bake feature — Foods will cook faster, saving time and energy. — Multiple rack baking. — No special pans or bakeware needed. 7 6 5 4 3 How quick bake works Quick bake uses a fan to circulate the oven's heat uniformly and continuously around the oven. This improved heat distribution allows for fast, even cooking and browning results. It also gives better baking results when using two racks at the same time.
SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Easy probe handle For the best results when cooking many foods such as roasts, hams or poultry, use the easy probe feature. This feature also works well with foods such as meat loaf and casseroles. NOTES probe cable The easy probe will provide you with the internal temperature of the food during cooking and eliminates any need for guesswork. For some foods, especially poultry or roasts, checking the internal temperature is the best way to insure properly cooked food.
SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Easy probe (cont’d) probe receptacle probe connector To set easy probe: 1. Prepare food and properly insert the probe sensor into the middle portion of the food (See Figs. 2 & 3). The probe should be inserted into the food before starting the cooking process and while the oven is still cool. handle Fig. 1 Proper probe placement in food: • Always insert the probe so that the probe tip rests in the center of the thickest part of meat or food.
SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Broil Use the broil feature to cook meats that require direct exposure to radiant heat for optimum browning results. When broiling, always remember to arrange the oven racks while the oven is still cool. Position the rack as suggested in the broil settings table (See Figs. 1 & 4). 7 6 5 To set broil: 1. Arrange the oven rack while oven is still cool. 2. Press broil keypad. " — — "will appear in display. 3. Press and hold the or Fig.
SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Adjusting the oven temperature Operating the oven light Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure accurate baking temperatures. 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 may adjust the control so the oven cooks hotter or cooler than the temperature displayed.
SELF-CLEANING Self-clean A self-cleaning oven cleans itself using high temperatures that are well above normal cooking temperatures. The clean feature, if used properly, will eliminate soils from the oven completely or reduce them to a fine powdered ash. Once the oven has cooled, simply wipe away the ash using a damp cloth. The self-clean feature also provides optional cleaning duration choices. A 3-hour cleaning time for normal cleaning or a 2-hour clean for lighter soils.
SELF-CLEANING Setting clean To set self-clean: 1. Remove all items from the oven interior, cooktop, storage (some models) or warmer drawer (some models), all oven racks from the oven and be sure the oven door is completely closed. 2. Press the keypad. "---" appears in the display. CAUTION • To avoid possible burns use care when opening the oven door after the clean cycle is finished. Stand to the side of the oven when opening the oven door to allow any hot air or steam to escape.
SELF-CLEANING Setting self-clean with start time You may add start time instructions to the self-clean feature, which will automatically start clean at a later time. IMPORTANT Immediately after setting clean using start time instructions the oven door will start to lock. Check to be sure the oven is completely empty before setting clean with start time.
CARE & CLEANING Cleaning recommendation table Surface type Recommendation • • • • For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30-60 minutes. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials; they can scratch. To remove control knobs, turn to OFF position; grasp firmly and pull straight off the shaft.
CARE & CLEANING Cooktop maintenance IMPORTANT Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop. Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur if you use an abrasive cleaning pad. Only use cleaning products that have been specifically designed for cooktops. Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply some of the glass-ceramic cooktop cleaner supplied with your new appliance. Buff with a non-abrasive cloth or no-scratch cleaning pad.
CARE & CLEANING Cooktop cleaning (cont’d) Aluminum foil and oven liners (cont’d) DO NOT use the following on the cooktop: Aluminum foil and the cooktop - Use of aluminum foil on a hot cooktop can damage the ceramic glass. Do not use thin aluminum cooking utensils or allow aluminum foil to touch the ceramic cooktop under ANY circumstances. Aluminum utensils and the cooktop - Care must be taken when aluminum pots or pans are used on the cooktop.
CARE & CLEANING Removing and replacing the lift-off oven door CAUTION Oven door hinge locations with oven door fully open. To avoid possible injury when removing or replacing the oven door, follow the instructions below carefully and always hold the oven door with both hands positioned away from the door hinge area. IMPORTANT Fig. 1 The oven door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down. To remove oven door: 1.
BEFORE YOU CALL • Solutions to common problems Problem Possible Causes Solutions Display flashes time. Power interruption. Press cancel then set the correct time of day. Oven control displays F __ (followed with a number) and oven control beeps. The oven control has detected a fault or error condition. Press cancel to clear the display & stop beeping. Try bake or broil feature again.
Solutions to common problems • BEFORE YOU CALL Problem Possible Causes Solutions Oven portion of appliance does not operate. Incorrect oven control setting. Be sure the oven control was set correctly for the requested feature. See Setting Oven Controls section and review instructions for the desired cooking function in this manual or see "Entire appliance does not operate" in this checklist. Lock feature set (some models). Cancel the lock feature (some models). Entire appliance does not operate.
BEFORE YOU CALL • Solutions to common problems Problem Possible Causes Solutions bake or self-clean did not start at the time expected. The time of day is incorrect. Set clock with correct time of day before adding a delay start setting. See "Setting the clock" in Setting Oven Controls section. Strong odor from range or smells hot. Self-clean was started for the first few times. It is normal for odors to occur during self-clean, especially during the first self-clean cycle.
Solutions to common problems • BEFORE YOU CALL Problem Possible Causes Solutions Oven smokes excessively when broiling. Oven door was closed. Be sure oven door is open when broiling. Meat too close to upper element. Reposition oven rack lower to provide proper clearance between the food & the upper element. Meat not prepared for broil. Remove excess fat from meat. Remove fatty edges. Insert placed incorrectly on broil pan (some models).
MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY is left blank intentionally ThisThis pagepage is left blank intentionally 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. 2.