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Dual Fuel

Range

Slide-in Models

P/N 318200850 (9812) Rev. A

O w n e r ’ s
G u i d e

CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION ..................... 3

Avoid Service Checklist ...................... 18

Notes ................................................. 22

Warranty

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Summary of Contents for FCS388WECF

Page 1: ...Dual Fuel Range Slide in Models P N 318200850 9812 Rev A O w n e r s G u i d e CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION 3 Avoid Service Checklist 18 Notes 22 Warranty Professional s e r i e s and ...

Page 2: ...RUCTIONS FOR PROPER ANTI TIP BRACKET S ALL RANGES CAN TIP INJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT INSTALL ANTI TIP DEVICE PACKED WITH RANGE SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use a...

Page 3: ...about your new appliance This owner s Guide contains general operating instructions for your appliance and feature information for several models Your appli ance may not have all the described features Note The instructions appearing in this Owner s Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operatin...

Page 4: ...nstructions Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of these symbols This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm death or property damage This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS GRATES AREAS NEAR THESE...

Page 5: ...able for rangetop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature Check the manufacturer s recommendations for rangetop use Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner Covers If a burner is accidentally turned on the decorative cover will become hot and possibly melt Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched Damage may also be done to the cooktop or burners because the covers may ca...

Page 6: ... above recommended cookware requirements SELF CLEANING OVENS Clean in the self cleaning cycle only the parts of the oven listed in this owner s guide Before self cleaning the oven remove the broiler pan and any utensils stored in the oven Do not clean the oven door gasket The door gasket is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the gasket Do not use oven cleaners...

Page 7: ...ighest control setting and then turn to a lower one to complete the process Use a chart below as a guide for determining proper flame size for various types of cooking The size and type of utensil used and the amount of food being cooked will influence the setting needed for cooking For deep fat frying use a thermometer and adjust the surface control knob accordingly If the fat is too cool the foo...

Page 8: ...ites turn the control knob to the desired flame size Use caution when lighting surface burners manually Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat Do not place plastic items such as salt and...

Page 9: ...ic wrap to cover food Plastic may melt onto the drawer and be very difficult to clean Use only dishware utensils and cookware recommended for oven use in the warmer drawer Always use pot holders or oven mitts when removing food from the warmer drawer as cookware and plates will be hot Indicator Light The indicator light is located above or below the thermostat control knob It turns on when the con...

Page 10: ...ats 2 Batch cooking is more convenient with better results 3 Defrosting is quicker in convection mode when compared to regular radiant cooking 4 Remember to use tested recipes with times adjusted for convection baking roasting when using the convection mode Times may be reduced by as much as 30 when using the convection feature Convection Roasting some models When convection roasting use the broil...

Page 11: ... Oven too hot Incorrect pan size Pan not centered in the oven Range not level Pan too close to oven wall or rack overcrowded Pan warped Oven too cool Oven overcrowded Oven door opened too frequently Corrections Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before placing food in oven Choose pan sizes that will permit 5 1 cm to 10 2 cm 2 to 4 of air space on all sides when placed in the oven Us...

Page 12: ...id DO NOT cover the grid with foil The exposed grease could ignite Should an oven fire occur close the oven door and turn off 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 Broiler Clean Up Tips To make cleaning easier line the bottom of the broiler pan with aluminum foil DO NOT cover the broiler ...

Page 13: ...or general cleaning use hot soapy water and a cloth For more difficult soils and built up grease applyaliquiddetergentdirectlyontothesoil Leaveonsoilfor30to60minutes 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 the OFF position grasp firmly and pull straight off the shaft To replace knobs after cleaning line...

Page 14: ...ys use a new clean paper towel when cleaning the heat resistant glass top Anything that may melt plastics aluminum foil sugar or food with a high sugar content Heavy duty cleansers rust or stain removers Chlorine bleach ammonia hydrofluoric acid or any other kind of chemical cleaners They may etch or discolor the cooktop Sponges cloths or dish towels Always use a new clean paper towel when cleanin...

Page 15: ...ace burner is in use To Replace the Burner Cap Assembly Make sure the burner cap and trim ring are dry before placing back on the burner 1 Replace trim ring some models 2 Find the locating tabs on the burner cap and place in the locating slots in the burner base Make sure each burner cap is properly aligned and level 3 Turn the burner on to determine if it will light If the burner does not light a...

Page 16: ...al expansion and contraction are normal Odor is also normal as the food soil is being removed Smoke may appear through the oven vent located on the top of the control panel If heavy spillovers are not wiped up before cleaning they may flame and cause more smoke and odor than usual This is normal and safe and should not cause alarm If available use an exhaust fan during the self cleaning cycle NOTE...

Page 17: ...power before cleaning and servicing the warmer drawer Storage Drawer some models Use the storage drawer for storing cooking utensils The drawer can de removed to facilitate cleaning under the range Use care when handling the drawer To open the storage drawer push the drawer in gently and it will spring open To close push the drawer until you hear a click which indicates that the spring is compress...

Page 18: ...ce easily Appliance must be accessible for service Entire range or oven does not operate Oven does not operate Poorinstallation Placeovenrackincenterofoven Adjustlevelinglegs slide inmodels atbase of range until the oven rack is level Be sure floor is level and is strong and stable enough to adequately support range If floor is sagging or sloping contact a carpenter to correct the situation Kitche...

Page 19: ...after spillover Normal environment Houses along sea coast are exposed to salt air Protect bowls as much as possible from direct exposure to salt air Bottom surface of cookware extends beyond surface elements and touches cooktop surface This can cause high enough temperatures to discolor the drip bowls DO NOT use cookware of this type Pan sizes should be matched to the size of the element Replaceme...

Page 20: ... wire or needle to clean ports or slots Moisture is present after cleaning Lightly fan the flame and allow the burner to operate until flame is full Dry the burners thoroughly following instructions under General Cleaning Dust particles in main line Allow the burner to operate a few minutes until flame turns blue Salt air in coastal areas A slightly orange flame is unavoidable Many factors affect ...

Page 21: ...at broil element for searing Meat not properly prepared Remove excess fat from meat Cut remaining fatty edges to prevent curling but do not cut into lean Gridonbroilerpanwrongsideupandgreasenotdraining Alwaysplacegridonthebroilerpan with ribs up and slots down to allow grease to drip into pan Grease has built up on oven surfaces Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling frequently Old grease or ...

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Page 24: ... it was shipped from the factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes on models with these features This warranty does not cover the following 1 CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY Note Some states do not allow the exclusion or li...

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