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Important Safety Instructions   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
Before Setting Surface Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
Setting Surface Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Before Setting Oven Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12

Setting Oven Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Care and Cleaning   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Before You Call  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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Page 1: ...aire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 Use Care 808575803 Rev C March 2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions 3 Before Setting Surface Controls 8 Setting Surface Controls 11 Before Setting Oven Controls 12 Setting Oven Controls 13 Care and Cleaning 22 Before You Call 29 Warranty 32 ...

Page 2: ...ps step you through some common problems that might occur If you do need service help is only a phone call away Call Frigidaire customer services at 1 800 944 9044 Product Registration Registering your product with Frigidaire enhances our ability to serve you You can register online at http www frigidaire com or by dropping your product registra tion card in the mail Record model and serial number...

Page 3: ...ry or for future refer ence WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT NOTE Storage In or On Appliance Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven near surface burners or in the warmer drawer if equipped This includes paper plastic and cloth items such as cookbooks plastic ware and towels as well as flammable liquids Do not store explosives such as aerosol cans on or near the range Save these instructions ...

Page 4: ...rn off the unit If the unit is not turned off and the power resumes the appliance will not operate and 12 00 will be displayed Once the power resumes reset the clock and the oven function WARNING IMPORTANT When heating fat or grease watch it closely Grease may catch fire if it becomes too hot Do not use water or flour on grease fires Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam type extinguis...

Page 5: ...covers are touched Damage may also be done to the cooktop Do not use Searing grill on the cooktop The Searing grill is not designed for use on the cooktop Doing so may result in a fire Read and follow the below instructions and precau tions for unpacking installing and servicing your appliance Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpack...

Page 6: ...te a risk of electric shock Contact a qualified technician immedi ately Clean Cooktop Glass with Caution If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area be careful to avoid a steam burn Some cleaners can produce harmful fumes if applied to a hot surface Avoid Scratching the cooktop glass with sharp objects IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR OVEN Clean the range regularl...

Page 7: ...odes It is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have the appropriate outlet with the correct properly grounded wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician See the installation instructions packaged with this appliance for complete installation and grounding instructions Do not attempt to operate any part of this appliance during a power failure If the power fails always turn off...

Page 8: ...u ence the radiant element power level setting needed for best cooking results Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in Figure 2 and Figure 3 Figure 2 Testing cookware Figure 3 Proper cookware placement Flat bottom and straight sides Tight fitting lids Weight of handle does not tilt pan Pan is well balanced Pan sizes match the amount of food to be prepared ...

Page 9: ... provide a uniform and consistent heat during the off cycle Hot Surface Indicator Light Your appliance is equipped with a radiant surface control indicator light which is located on the control panel Figure 4 The hot surface indicator light will glow when any surface cooking area heats up and will remain on until the glass cooktop has cooled to a moderate level Figure 5 Radiant elements have a lim...

Page 10: ...es Start with hot tap water to bring water to boil more quickly Use the highest heat seating when first bringing the water to a boil Once boiling is achieved reduce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain that boil Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning informat...

Page 11: ...lements are turned on A quick glance at these indicator lights when cooking is finished is an easy check to be sure all surface elements are turned off Figure 6 Surface control knobs Figure 7 Control knob shown is typical only Table 1 Recommended settings for surface elements Setting Type of Cooking HIGH HI Start most foods bring water to a boil and pan broiling MEDIUM HIGH 8 10 Continue a rapid b...

Page 12: ...ck into place Be sure oven racks are level before using Flat Oven Rack Air Circulation in the Oven The rack has a special shape in the rear which helps with the heat circulation Do not push the baking tray all the way to the back wall of the cavity This prevents the heat from circulating around the tray The food may be burnt especially in the rear part of the tray For best air circulation when bak...

Page 13: ...st for thicker cuts of meat fish and poultry Convec tion broiling gently browns the exterior and seals in the juices Operating the Oven Light Setting the Time You must set the time before you operate the oven When you connect the appliance to the electrical supply or after a power outage the display flashes automatically To set the time 1 Press timer on off The timer activate symbol will come on 2...

Page 14: ...d function option appears 2 Press and hold and at the same time The timer function will go out after several seconds To change the acoustic signal 1 To hear the current signal press and hold 2 Repeatedly press to change the signal 3 Release The last tone you heard will be the new signal 4 Wait five seconds for the setting to be confirmed Table 2 Timer Functions Function Application Minute Timer Us...

Page 15: ...n temp knobs to the OFF positions Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven When cooking the oven interior oven racks and cooktop will become very hot which can cause burns Do not bake foods directly on the oven bottom To avoid damaging the oven interior and surfaces always bake foods in the oven using bakeware posi tioned on an oven rack Figure 13 Oven mode knob CAUTION CAUTION Fig...

Page 16: ...more heat than shiny bakeware resulting in dark or over browning of foods It may be necessary to reduce the oven temperature or cook time to prevent over browning of some foods Dark pans are recommended for pies Shiny pans are recom mended for cakes cookies and muffins Do not open the oven door too often Opening the door will reduce the temperature in the oven Glass bakeware is a slow heat conduct...

Page 17: ...on the fire or use a fire extinguisher Do not put water or flour on the fire Flour may be explosive and water can cause a grease fire to spread and cause personal injury The broiler pan and the insert allow grease to drain and be kept away from the high heat of the broiler Do not use the pan without the insert Do not cover the insert with aluminum foil the exposed grease could ignite Always use po...

Page 18: ...or 8 to 10 minutes before baking Preheating is not necessary when roasting cooking casseroles or broiling most foods 3 Turn the oven mode knob to the conv bake position Figure 20 4 Turn the oven temp knob to the desired temperature position Figure 21 When using convection bake decrease your normal cooking times Adjust the cook time for desired doneness as needed Time reductions will vary depending...

Page 19: ...nded temperature by 25 for best results Follow the recipe s instructions using the minimum recommended cook time When using Conv Bake cook time reductions may vary depending on the amount and type of food being cooked Fully preheat the oven for 8 10 minutes before baking items like cookies biscuits and breads Dark or dull pans absorb more heat than shiny bakeware resulting in dark or over browning...

Page 20: ...roasting and cooking casseroles Preheating is necessary when broiling 3 Turn the oven mode knob to the roast position Figure 25 4 Turn the oven temp knob to the desired temperature setting Figure 26 5 To cancel the roasting function turn the oven mode and oven temp knobs to the OFF positions Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven When cooking the oven interior oven racks and cook...

Page 21: ...on broil 1 Arrange the oven rack while oven is still cool Turn the oven mode knob to the conv broil position 2 Turn the oven temp knob to the desired temperature position For optimum results preheat broil for 2 to 5 minutes before adding food 3 Place the insert on the broil pan if equipped then place the food on the broil pan insert if using a broiler pan and insert To purchase a broiling pan and ...

Page 22: ...store bought cleaners like stainless steel cleaners or any other types of cleaners containing any abrasive chlo rides chlorine or ammonia It is recommended to use mild dish soap and water or a 50 50 solution of water and vinegar Cooktop Do not use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop See Glass Cooktop Cleaning on page 25 Porcelain enamel broiler pan and insert available by mail order Door liner and ...

Page 23: ...cleaners on any of these materials they can scratch Clean using hot soapy water and a cloth or sponge Be sure to squeeze excess water from cloth or sponge before wiping control panel especially when wiping around the controls area Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the appliance When rinsing use clean water and a cloth or sponge and be sure to squeeze excess water from clot...

Page 24: ...ent through the opening in the drip bowl Figure 28 2 Align the surface element support to rest on the rim inside the drip bowl Note At this time in the procedures if your drip bowl is equipped with a Hold Down Clip align the element support opposite the terminal end with the slot in the Hold Down Clip and snap into place 3 After the surface element is positioned in the drip bowl line up the termin...

Page 25: ...n the cooktop surface without a pan Drop heavy or hard objects on the ceramic glass cooktop they may cause it to crack For light to moderate soil Apply a few drops of glass ceramic cooktop cleaner directly to the cooktop Use a paper towel or use a non abrasive cloth or sponge to clean the entire cooktop surface Make sure the cooktop is cleaned thoroughly leaving no residue For heavy burned on soil...

Page 26: ...Do not use thin aluminum cooking utensils or allow aluminum foil to touch the surface elements under any circumstances Aluminum utensils The melting point of aluminum is much lower than that of other metals Care must be taken when aluminum pots or pans are used on the cooktop If aluminum pans are allowed to boil dry when using the cooktop not only will the utensil be damaged or destroyed but it ma...

Page 27: ...e glass panel with water and soap Dry the glass panel carefully The door is heavy For safe temporary storage lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down Do not use the appliance without the internal glass panel Clean the oven door with a wet sponge only Dry it with a soft cloth Do not use steel wool acids or abrasive materials as they can damage the oven surface Clean the oven contro...

Page 28: ...the bottom of the interior of the appliance It prevents damage to the lamp glass cover and the cavity 2 Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the appliance 3 Turn the lamp glass cover counterclockwise to remove it 4 Clean the glass cover 5 Replace the lamp with a suitable 300 C heat resistant lamp 6 Replace glass oven lamp glass cover 7 Turn power back on again at the main source ...

Page 29: ...F 13 C lower than recom mended Cakes not done in center Oven too hot Incorrect pan size Pan not centered in oven Glass cookware slow heat conductor Set oven temperature 25 F 13 C lower than recom mended Use pan size suggested in recipe Use proper rack position and place pan so there is 5 1 cm to 10 2 cm 2 to 4 of space on all sides of pan Reduce temperature and increase cook time or use shiny bake...

Page 30: ...Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling frequently Grease or food splatters will cause excessive smoking Areas of discoloration with metallic sheen on cooktop surface Mineral deposits from water and food Remove using the recommended CookTop Cleaning Creme to the ceramic surface on the web visit www sears com for replace ment cooktop cleaner item number 40079 Buff with a non abrasive cloth or s...

Page 31: ... Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly Contact builder or installer to make appliance accessible Carpet interferes with appliance Provide sufficient space so appliance can be lifted over carpet Entire appliance does not operate Make sure power cord is plugged properly into outlet Electrical power outage Check house lights to be sure Call your local electric company for service outage inf...

Page 32: ...other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE ...

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