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Operation - Warming Drawer (some models)

English 27

Crisping Stale Items

Place food in low sided dishes or pans.

Preheat on Low.

Check crispness after 45 minutes. Add time as needed.

Warming Empty Serving 
Bowls and Plates

Use only heat-safe dishes.

Warm on setting appropriate for cooking container.

Check dish temperature during warming period.

Place empty plates or dishes in a cold warming drawer. Do not preheat 
drawer prior to placing dishes.

Summary of Contents for HD2525U

Page 1: ...Siemens Dual Fuel Range with threeD Surround Convection Use and Care Manual Models HD2525U HD2528U Please read instructions before using Important Save these instructions ...

Page 2: ...e for the First Time 17 Operation Cooktop 18 About the Cooktop 18 Operation 18 Operation Oven 20 About the Oven 20 Operation 20 Operation Warming Drawer some models 24 About the Warming Drawer 24 Operation 25 Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance 27 Getting the Most Out of Your Cooktop 27 Getting the Most Out of Your Oven 28 Getting the Most Out of Your Warming Drawer 35 Cleaning and Maintenance ...

Page 3: ...o operate each range component The Getting the Most out of Your Appliance section includes information about the modes cooking charts and tips for improving performance The Cleaning and Maintenance section describes how to clean and main tain your appliance The Service section includes troubleshooting tips and your Warranty Before using your range be sure to read this manual Pay special attention ...

Page 4: ...rn off the appliance and disconnect the circuit at the circuit breaker box Do not allow aluminum foil plastic paper or cloth to come in contact with a hot burner or grate Do not allow pans to boil dry If the cooktop is near a window forced air vent or fan be certain that flam mable materials such as window coverings do not blow over or near the burners or elements They could catch on fire Always h...

Page 5: ...Beef Flambe c Clean ventilating fans frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter d Use proper pan size Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING a SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid cookie sheet or metal tray then turn off the burne...

Page 6: ...ments or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to cause burns Among these surfaces are oven vent openings sur faces near these openings and oven doors Exercise caution when opening the appliance Standing to the side open the door or drawer slowly and slightly to let hot air and or steam escape Keep your face clea...

Page 7: ...ners produce nox ious fumes when applied to a hot surface Wet cloths or sponges can cause burns from steam When self cleaning confirm that the door locks and will not open If the door does not lock do not run Self Clean Contact service Birds have very sensitive respiratory systems Keep pet birds out of the kitchen or other rooms where kitchen fumes could reach them During self clean fumes are rele...

Page 8: ...grounded outlet Refer to Installation Instructions for details This appliance is intended for normal family household use only It is not approved for outdoor use See the Warranty If you have any questions contact the manufacturer Do not store or use corrosive chemicals vapors flammables or nonfood products in or near this appliance It is specifically designed for use when heating or cooking food T...

Page 9: ...O NOT use the warming drawer to heat cold food excep tion it is safe to use the drawer to crisp crackers chips or dry cereal and to warm plates 2 Be sure to maintain proper food temperature The USDA rec ommends holding hot food at 140 F or warmer 3 DO NOT warm food for longer than one hour ...

Page 10: ... Burner Caps 4 3 Burner Grates 2 4 Cooktop Control Knob 5 Probe Receptacle some models 6 Rack Positions Rack Guides 7 Oven Racks Flat 2 8 Oven Door Gasket 9 Storage Drawer some models 10 Warming Drawer some models a 11 Model and Serial Plate 12 Oven Vent 13 Anti Tip Bracket not shown 14 Broiler Pan not shown 15 Oven Rack Half some models not shown 16 Oven Rack Full Extension some models not shown ...

Page 11: ...ks CAUTION All ignitors spark when any single burner is turned on Do not touch any of the burners when the cooktop is in use High Power Burner The high power burner is the largest burner It is the most powerful burner on the cooktop The burner cap retains heat longer than normal burner caps and at low settings prohibits the flame from touching the cookware This results in a gentle more predictable...

Page 12: ... the rest of the way out Extension Oven Rack some models The Full Extension Rack allows for easier access to cooking foods The bottom section extends as far as the standard flat rack However the top section extends beyond the bottom section bringing the food closer to the user To order a full extension rack contact Service or a dealer near you Removing and Replacing Note The full extension rack mu...

Page 13: ...est the top rack on top of the bottom one 1 To reassemble rack hold top rack diagonally across bottom rack 2 Insert one side of top rack to closed position 3 Rotate the other side toward the back of the rack until it passes the stop ball 4 Push top rack the rest of the way in Cleaning Clean rack with hot sudsy water Dry thoroughly For stubborn dirt use a soap filled steel wool pad DO NOT clean the...

Page 14: ...ly Do not block these vents CAUTION DO NOT block combustion vents Blocked vents could lead to fire or unintentional release of carbon monoxide Oven Vent The oven vent is located below the display above the rear left cooktop burner It is normal to see steam escaping from the vent and condensation may collect on the backguard and cooktop CAUTION This area may become hot when the oven is in use To pr...

Page 15: ...be changed when a different one is needed Flashing Symbol or Number Signals an incomplete setting and calls for another step or START to be pressed F Number Codes These codes display when there is a problem with the range Convection Fan The convection fan operates during any convection mode and dehydrate When the oven is operating in the convection mode the fan will turn off automatically when the...

Page 16: ... the control knob to change the time of day or the timer Cooking Mode Press pad to display cooking mode Cooking Mode Icon Shows the cooking elements that are active for the mode that is selected The icon will also display a fan if the convection fan is utilized in the selected mode Control Knob Used to set the clock timers select cook ing mode and temperature Turn clockwise to increase and turn co...

Page 17: ...K 3 Press TIME and hour digits flash 4 Turn knob to change hours 5 Press TIME again and minute digits flash 6 Turn knob to change minutes 7 Press TIME again and the clock is set Note To cancel the TIME selection when setting the clock press OFF at anytime while in the clock mode The Select Functions Menu SELECT FUNCTIONS is the section of the menu where you can set or change the range features lis...

Page 18: ...cess SELECT FUNCTIONS Menu 2 Turn knob clockwise until desired language is displayed 3 Press START 4 Turn knob clockwise to select a different language 5 Press START to accept a language change Lock Unlock the Oven Control Panel The oven keypad can be locked for safety purposes This feature can be used to prevent changes to the oven function This function DOES NOT lock the oven door 1 Access SELEC...

Page 19: ...n The probe CANNOT be used during the Sabbath mode Setting the Sabbath Feature for the Oven Only 1 Verify that the oven is turned off 2 Access SELECT FUNCTIONS Menu 3 Turn knob clockwise until SABBATH OPTION appears 4 Press START BAKE will show in display and temperature will flash 5 Turn knob to set oven temperature 6 Turn oven light on if desired press LIGHT Note The light cannot be changed afte...

Page 20: ...s displayed 3 Press START 4 Turn knob to select 12 hour or 24 hour format 5 Press START to accept new selection Turn Automatic Convec tion Conversion ON or OFF This feature automatically converts package or recipe temperatures for use with the convection bake mode The default setting is on 1 Access SELECT FUNCTIONS Menu 2 Turn knob clockwise until AUTO CONVECT BAKE is displayed 3 Press START 4 Tur...

Page 21: ...on the burner base and that the ignitor is clean and dry If the burner still fails to ignite see Cooktop Troubleshooting Chart on page 46 CAUTION All ignitors spark when any single burner is turned on Do not touch any of the burners when the cooktop is in use Lighting the Burner during a Power Failure Cooktop burners can be lit manually during a power failure Hold a match at the port and turn the ...

Page 22: ...f the cookware This instruction is based on safety consider ations Damage to the cookware or the appliance may also result Turning the Burner off Turn knob clockwise to the OFF position Note A pop may be heard when the burner is turned off The pop may be louder with LP gas than with natural gas This is normal ...

Page 23: ... to desired temperature 8 Press START If not pressed oven automatically turns on in 5 seconds 9 The display alternates between the cooking mode and preheat The preheated temperature is displayed starting at 100ºF The actual tempera ture increases until set temperature is reached at which point the oven will beep 10 To change temperature during cooking press TEMPERATURE Turn the knob to select new ...

Page 24: ... display Minute digits flash 3 Turn knob clockwise or counterclockwise to change minutes 4 Press TIME again and hour digits will flash 5 Turn knob clockwise or counterclockwise to change hours 6 Press TIME and new time is set Clearing the Timer s 1 Press TIME once TIMER 1 flashes 2 Turn knob to select CLEAR TIMER 1 2 Press TIME 3 If TIME pad is not pressed range will beep and display will continue...

Page 25: ...ress TIME Note The clock automatically calculates time of day at which cooking mode starts and stops The displayed cooking time counts down by the minute 10 At the end of the programmed cooking time the oven will automatically turn off Display will show TIME COOK END and reminder beeps will sound Press OFF to clear Note Remove food from oven immediately after cycle has finished to pre vent overcoo...

Page 26: ...e desired end temperature of the food 8 Press START The chosen oven temperature is displayed in the upper right hand corner of the display The probe temperature is displayed in the center to the left of the cooking mode It starts at 80 degrees and increases in 5 F increments until the chosen probe temperature is reached The oven is preheated when the beep signals once When the set probe temperatur...

Page 27: ... 5 H Dish sizes 2 9 x 13 Pyrex 3 quart dishes side by side 2 9 1 2 x 15 Pyrex 4 quart dishes side by side 4 10 1 2 plates single or stacked 3 11 plates single or stacked Operation Warming Drawer some models Parts Key 1 Stainless Steel Drawer Interior 2 Gasket 3 Rail Lock Figure 12 Warming Drawer Parts Warming Drawer Settings The warming drawer has three settings Low Medium and High These icons are...

Page 28: ...inutes High 20 minutes Turning on the Warming Drawer When Only Using the Warming Drawer 1 Press COOKING MODE 2 Turn knob to select WARMING DRAWER 3 Press START 4 Turn knob to select heat setting 5 Press START When Also Using The Oven 1 Press COOKING MODE 2 Press START to select WARMING DRAWER 3 Turn knob to select heat setting 4 Press START Setting the Sabbath Feature Note The warming drawer does ...

Page 29: ...on Low Check crispness after 45 minutes Add time as needed Warming Empty Serving Bowls and Plates Use only heat safe dishes Warm on setting appropriate for cooking container Check dish temperature during warming period Place empty plates or dishes in a cold warming drawer Do not preheat drawer prior to placing dishes ...

Page 30: ...uide on page 28 type quantity and temperature of the food burner used and the cook s preference Cookware Selection Guide Cookware Characteristics Pan selection directly affects cooking speed and uniformity For best results select pans with flat bases When a pan is hot the base pan bottom should rest evenly on the surface without wobbling rocking Flat medium to heavy weight pans are best To Test th...

Page 31: ...ssure canners must have the same features as described above Use only a flat bottomed wok Getting the Most Out of Your Oven Oven Cooking Guide Rack Position Multiple Rack Cooking When using multiple racks follow the placement recommendations below Two rack Use rack positions 2 and 5 Three rack for convection bake Use positions 1 3 and 6 The rack in position 3 can be extension rack if desired Pan P...

Page 32: ... will impair your ability to easily connect the probe to the receptacle and to insert it into the meat The Probe some models The oven is well insulated and the retained heat will continue to cook the meat after the oven has shut off For this reason remove the meat from the oven as soon as the control beeps Since meat continues to cook after being removed from the oven set the internal probe temper...

Page 33: ...od at serving temperature Use the Warming setting on the oven to keep foods hot until ready to serve Warming mode temperatures are 140 220 F Default temperature is 170 Foods that must be kept moist should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil CAUTION When using Warm mode follow these guidelines Do not use the Warm Mode to heat cold food Be sure to maintain proper food temperature The USDA recom m...

Page 34: ... from the upper element The Broil mode is best suited to cooking thin tender cuts of meat 1 or less poultry and fish It can also be used to brown breads and casseroles Always broil with the door closed The benefits of Broiling include Fast and efficient cooking Cooking without the addition of fats or liquids Browning as the food cooks Table 3 Convection Baking Chart Food Item Rack Position Temp oF...

Page 35: ...er cuts of meat poultry and fish Convection Broil is typically not recommended for browning breads casseroles and other foods Always convection broil with the door closed In addition to the benefits of standard broiling convection broiling is faster than standard Broiling Note The only heat setting for the Convection Broil mode is High Table 4 Broiling Chart Food Item Thickness Rack Position Broil...

Page 36: ...y as roasting time may decrease by as much as 25 Refer to Convection Roast Chart for examples Do not cover meat or use cooking bags Use the broil pan and grid provided with the range for roasting A low sided uncovered pan can also be used Use a meat thermometer to determine the internal temperature of the meat If the meat is browned to your liking but is not yet done a small strip of foil can be p...

Page 37: ...antioxidants to avoid discoloration Consult a food preservation book county Cooperative Extension Office or library for additional information Table 6 Convection Roast Chart Meats Item Weight lbs Oven Temp o F Roasting Timea min per lb Internal Temp o F Beef Rib roast Rib eye roast boneless Rump eye tip sirloin bone less Tenderloin roast 4 6 4 6 3 6 2 3 325 325 325 425 25 32 28 32 24 32 27 32 25 3...

Page 38: ...ples Bananas Cherries Orangepeels slices Pineapple rings Strawberries Dipped in 1 4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups water 1 4 slices Dipped in 1 4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups water 1 4 slices Wash towel dry Fresh cherries remove pits 1 4 slices of orange orange part of skin thinly peeled from oranges Towel dried Wash and towel dry Sliced 1 2 thick skin outside down on rack 11 15 10 15 10 15 Peels 2 4 Sl...

Page 39: ...offee cakes Med Covered Biscuits Med Covered Casseroles Med Covered Eggs Med Covered Fish seafood Med Covered Fried foods Hi Uncovered Gravy cream sauces Med Covered Ham Med Covered Pancakes Hi Covered Pies one crust Med Covered Pies two crusts Med Uncovered Pizza Hi Covered Pork Med Covered Potatoes baked Hi Covered Potatoes mashed Med Covered Poultry roasted Med Covered Vegetables Med Covered Pl...

Page 40: ...a or chlorine bleach These ingredi ents may permanently etch or stain the cooktop Caustic Cleaners Oven cleaners such as Easy Off may etch the cooktop surface Abrasive Cleaners Metal scouring pads and scrub sponges such as Scotch Brite can scratch and or leave metal marks Soap filled scouring pads such as SOS can scratch the surface Powdery cleaners containing chlorine bleach can permanently stain...

Page 41: ...lish such as Stainless Steel Magic to protect the finish from staining and pitting enhances appearance Hard water spots Household white vinegar Mild Abrasive Cleaners Kleen King stainless steel liquid cleaner Cameo aluminum stainless steel cleaner Bon Ami Heat discoloration Bar Keepers Friend Stainless steel resists most food stains and pit marks providing the sur face is kept clean and protected ...

Page 42: ...Racks Wash with hot sudsy water Rinse thoroughly and dry or gently rub with cleansing powder or soap filled pads as directed If racks are cleaned in the oven during the self clean mode they will lose their shiny finish and may not glide smoothly If this happens wipe the rack edges with a small amount of vegetable oil then wipe off excess Door Gasket DO NOT HAND CLEAN GASKET Glass Wash with soap an...

Page 43: ... door can be opened To cancel or stop while the mode is operating press OFF The door will not unlock until the oven reaches a safe temperature Preparing the Oven for Self Clean WARNING A flexible door gasket is necessary for a good seal Do not clean rub damage or move the gasket 1 Remove all utensils and bakeware 2 Remove oven racks If oven racks are left in the oven during the self clean cycle th...

Page 44: ... set for this option to work properly See section Setting the Clock in Getting Started 1 Press COOKING MODE 2 Turn knob until SELF CLEAN mode appears Press START 3 The default cleaning time is 4 hours To change cleaning time turn knob to change number of hours Otherwise continue to step 4 4 Press START 5 Turn knob until DELAYED CLEAN mode appears Press START 6 SELF CLEAN END appears in the display...

Page 45: ...ance Cooktop Maintenance Stainless Steel Cooktop Models No maintenance is required other than daily cleaning as described in Cleaning Guidelines on page 38 Oven Maintenance Removing the Door 1 Be sure to read the above WARNING before attempting to remove oven door 2 Open the door completely WARNING When removing the door Make sure oven is cool and power to the oven has been turned off before remov...

Page 46: ... a light bulb and a light socket housing that is fixed in place 1 Read the WARNING above 2 Turn off power at the main power supply fuse or breaker box 3 Remove the lens by unscrewing it 4 Remove the light bulb from its socket by unscrewing it 5 Replace the bulb with a new 40 watt appliance bulb Avoid touching the bulb with fingers as oils from hands can damage the bulb when it becomes hot 6 Screw ...

Page 47: ...nto outlet or the house wiring is incorrect Check the power supply verify that the unit is grounded with the correct polarity make sure the unit is plugged in Circuit breaker is tripped Check circuit breaker and reset if necessary Check and or replace fuse Burner ports are clogged Turn the cooktop off and allow the burners to cool Remove burner caps and use a stiff nylon bristle toothbrush to push...

Page 48: ... brown or too light See Change the Oven Temperature Offset on page 16 Convection Bake Results are not as Expected If the Automatic Convection Conversion Feature is turned off the tempera ture must be manually reduced by 25 F If the feature is active the temper ature is automatically adjusted See Turn Automatic Convection Conversion ON or OFF on page 18 for more information Refer to cooking charts ...

Page 49: ... its authorized service center will repair or replace at its sole option any Range that proves to have been defective under conditions of normal use without charge All removed parts and components shall become the property of BSH at BSH s option All replaced and or repaired parts shall assume the identity of the original part for purposes of this warranty and this warranty shall not be extended wi...

Page 50: ... FOR ANY ACTS OR OMISSIONS OF THIRD PAR TIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THOSE OF A DEALER TRANS PORTER INSTALLER OR SERVICER BSH MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY AND SHALL NOT BE DEEMED TO HAVE MADE ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED FOR HEREIN WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IN ANY EVENT ...

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