ELECTRIC RANGE for residential use only R Models: VDFSEE365.. USERS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW • • Before beginning, please read these instructions completely and carefully. Do not remove permanently affixed labels, warnings, or plates from the product. This may void the warranty. • Please observe all local and national codes and ordinances. • Please ensure that this product is properly grounded.
WARNING Tip-Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Check installation of anti-tip device per installation instructions. Check engagement of anti-tip device if range is moved per installation. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults. 2 See installation instructions for details.
Dear Customer, Thank you for having purchased and given your preference to our product. The safety precautions and recommendations reported below are for your own safety and that of others. They will also provide a means by which to make full use of the features offered by your appliance. Please preserve this booklet carefully. It may be useful in future, either to yourself or to others in the event that doubts should arise relating to its operation.
USER INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS RECOMMENDATIONS GENERAL INFORMATION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. WARNING!! This appliance shall not be used for space heating. This information is based on safety considerations. AlI openings in the wall behind the appliance and in the floor under the appliance shall be sealed. Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors. Do not obstruct the flow of ventilation air.
features 1 3" backguard Island trim fitted Backguard fitted WARNING - VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE Never obstruct the slots on the backguard Fig. 1.1 1 2 3 2 4 1 VITROCERAMIC COOKING HOB 1. Cooking zone Ø 145 mm (5” 23/32) - 1200 W 2. Cooking zone Ø 180 mm (7” 3/32) - 1700 W 3. Double cooking zone Ø 205/110 (8” 1/16 / 4” 21/64) - 2100/700 W 4. Cooking zones residual heat indicators Attention: Disconnect the appliance from the mains if the ceramic hob is cracked and call the After Sales Service.
1 10 11 Fig. 1.2 A U T O MADE IN ITALY 1 2 3 4 5 6 CONTROLS DESCRIPTION 1. Electronic programmer 2. Multifunction oven switch knob 3. Multifunction oven thermostat knob 4. Front left cooking zone (2) control knob 5. Rear left cooking zone (1) control knob 6. Central double cooking zone (3) control knob 7. Rear right cooking zone (2) control knob 8. Front right cooking zone (1) control knob 9. Cooking zones power indicator light 10. Oven function indicator light 11.
how to use the vitroceramic hob 2 VITROCERAMIC HOB The ceramic surface of the hob allows a fast transmission of heat in the vertical direction, from the heating elements underneath the ceramic glass to the pans set on it. The heat does not spread in a horizontal direction, so that the glass stays “cool” at only a few centimeters from the cooking plate. The 5 cooking zones are shown by painted disks on the ceramic surface.
2 COOKING ZONES POWER INDICATOR LIGHT (fig. 2.6) When the ceramic hob is working, the “ON” pilot light in the control panel will be on (fig. 2.6a). COOKING ZONES RESIDUAL HEAT INDICATORS IMPORTANT When the temperature of a cooking zone is above 140 °F (60 °C), the relevant “HOT SURFACE” warning light in the vitroceramic hob (fig. 2.6b) will come on to indicate that the zone is hot. This light will stay on even after the cooking zone has been switched off to indicate that the zone is still hot.
3 how to use the multifunction electric oven GENERAL FEATURES ATTENTION: the range becomes very hot during operation. ATTENTION: the oven door becomes very hot during operation. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. WARNING: The door is hot, use the handle. VERY IMPORTANT The oven shall be used always with the door closed. As its name indicates, this is an oven that presents particular features from an operational point of view. In fact, it is possible to insert 7 different programs to satisfy every cooking need.
3 THERMOSTAT KNOB (fig. 3.2) To turn on the heating elements of the oven, set the switch knob on the desired program and the thermostat knob onto the desired temperature. To set the temperature, it is necessary to make the chosen number, printed on the knob, to match with the control panel indicator. The elements will turn ON or OFF automatically according to the energy need which is determined by the thermostat. The indicator light will cycle on and off during cooking. FUNCTION SELECTOR KNOB (fig. 3.
3 VENTILATED COOKING The circular element and fan come on. The heat is dispersed by forced convection and the temperature can be regulated to between 120 °F (50 °C) and 480 °F (250 °C) via the thermostat knob. The oven does not require preheating. Recommended for: Food which has to be well-cooked outside and soft or rosy inside, for example lasagne, lamb, roast beef, whole fish etc. BROILING The infrared heating element switches on. The heat is diffused by radiation.
3 COOKING ADVICE STERILIZATION Sterilization of foods to be conserved, in full and hermetically sealed jars, is done in the following way: a. Turn the switch to position or . b. Set the thermostat knob to position 350 °F (175 °C) and preheat the oven. c. Fill the grill pan with hot water. d. Set the jars into the grill pan making sure they do not touch each other and the door and set the thermostat knob to position 260 °F (130 °C).
3 Fig. 3.5 BROILING Very important: the broil burner must always be used with the oven door closed. - Position the shelf on the first level from the top (fig. 3.5). - Turn on the broil burner, as explained in the preceding paragraphs and let the broil burner preheat for about 5 minutes with the door closed. - Place the food to be cooked above the broiling pan. - Introduce the broiling pan in the oven (fig. 3.8).
how to use the electronic programmer The electronic programmer is a device which groups together the following functions: • 12 hours clock with illuminated display • Timer (up to 23 hours and 59 minutes) • Program for automatic oven cooking • Program for semi-automatic oven cooking Description of the buttons: Timer 4 During a semi-automatic or automatic oven cooking program, once completed the programming procedure the oven lamp/s will be lit until the end of the cooking program.
4 ELECTRONIC TIMER The timer programme consists only of a buzzer which may be set for a maximum period of 23 hours and 59 minutes. If the AUTO is flashing push the button. To set the time, push the button and the or until you obtain the desired time (fig. 4.4). Having finished the setting, the normal time will appear on the panel and the symbol will appear. The countdown will start immediately and may be seen at any moment on the panel by simply pressing the button . Fig. 4.
4 SEMI-AUTOMATIC COOKING This is used to automatically switch off the oven after the desired cooking time has elapsed. There are two ways to set your oven: 1. Set the length of the cooking time by pushing the button and the button to advance, or to go backwards if you have passed the desired time (fig. 4.7). or button and the 2. Set the end of the cooking time by pushing the or to go backwards if you have passed the desired time (fig. 4.8). button to advance, AUTO and the symbol will be on.
cleaning and maintenance 5 WARNING VERY IMPORTANT Before any operation of maintenance disconnect the appliance from the electrical mains supply. GENERAL RECOMANDATION • • • • Do not use steam jet cleaners because the humidity could infiltrate into the appliance making it dangerous. Important: Before any operation of cleaning and maintenance disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply. It is advisable to clean when the appliance is cold and especially for cleaning the enamelled parts.
5 VITROCERAMIC SURFACE Before cleaning the top, make sure that it is switched off. Remove any encrustation using a special scraper which can be bought (fig. 5.1). Remove dust using a damp cloth. Detergents can be used as long as they are not abrasive or corrosive. All residues of detergent must be eliminated with a damp cloth. Keep all objects that could be melted by the heat away from the top: plastic objects, aluminium foil, sugar or sugary products.
5 TELESCOPIC SLIDING SHELF SUPPORTS (fig. 5.4) The telescopic sliding shelf support makes it safer and easier to insert and remove the oven shelf. It stops when it is pulled out to the maximum position. Important! When installing the sliding shelf support, make sure that: • • • • You fit the RH and LH sliding guides on the wire support (fig. 5.5). You press the RH and LH sliding guides against the fixing wires (fig. 5.6). You will hear a click as the safety locks clip over the wire.
5 REPLACING THE OVEN LIGHTS (NOTE: DEPENDING ON YOUR MODEL, YOUR OVEN MAY ONLY HAVE SOME OF THESE LIGHTS) WARNING: Ensure the appliance is switched off before replacing the lamp to avoid the possibility of electric shock. • Let the oven cavity and the heating elements to cool down. • Switch off the electrical supply. • Remove the protective cover (figs. 5.10a - 5.10b).
5 REMOVING THE DRAWER WARNING: • Do not remove drawer while hot. • Do not remove drawer during • operation. • Be sure drawer is empty before removing. 1. Open the drawer completely (fig. 5.11) 2. Move down the lever of left guide (fig. 5.12) and up the lever of right guide (fig. 5.13). 3. Remove the drawer; the levers have to be keep moved (fig. 5.11). Fig. 5.13 Fig. 5.11 Fig. 5.12 FITTING THE DRAWER 1. Insert the drawer guides into the range guides (fig. 5.14) 2.
5 REMOVING THE OVEN DOOR The oven door can easily be removed as follows: Fig. 5.15 • Open the door to the full extent (fig. 5.15). • Open the lever “A” completely on the left and right hinges (fig. 5.16). • Hold the door as shown in fig. 5.17. • Gently close the door (fig. 5.18) until left and right hinge levers “A” are hooked to part “B” of the door (fig. 5.16). • Withdraw the hinge hooks from their location following arrow “C” (fig. 5.19). • Rest the door on a soft surface.
DO’S AND DO NOT’S • Do always use the oven with the door closed. • Do always broil with the door closed. • Do read the user instructions carefully before using the range for first time. • Do allow the oven to heat for about two hours, before using for the first time, in order to expel any smell from the new oven insulation, without the introduction of food. • Do clean your oven regularly. • Do remove spills as soon as they occur.
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