ELECTRIC RANGE use & care Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Before Setting Oven Controls . . . . . . . 20 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . 3 Setting Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Cooking Recommendations . . . . . . . . 10 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 before setting surface controls . . . . . . . 13 Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction INTRODUCTION Welcome to our family Thank you for bringing Frigidaire into your home! We see your purchase as the beginning of a long relationship together. This manual is your resource for the use and care of your product. Please read it before using your appliance. Keep it handy for quick reference. If something doesn’t seem right, the troubleshooting section will help you with common issues.
IMPORTANT Important SAFETY Safety INSTRUCTIONS Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. 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.
Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Read and follow the below instructions and precautions for unpacking, installing, and servicing your appliance. Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the appliance. Never allow children to play with packaging material. Do not remove the wiring label and other literature attached to the appliance. Do not remove model/serial number plate.
Important Safety Instructions the electrical installation is adequate and is in conformance with all local codes and ordinances. WARNING • Stepping, leaning, or sitting on the door or drawers of this appliance can result in serious injuries and also cause damage to the appliance. • Never cover any slots, holes, or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with any materials, such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the oven and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning.
Important Safety Instructions CAUTION IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR RADIANT COOKTOP • Wear proper apparel - Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces. Know which knob or key controls each surface heating area. Place cookware with food on the cooking area before turning it on. Turn the cooking area off before removing the cookware.
Important Safety Instructions Do not use a searing grill meant for use with a broiler pan on the cooktop. The searing grill is not designed for use on the cooktop. Doing so may result in a fire. When you are flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn on the fan. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR GLASS AND CERAMIC COOKTOPS Do Not Clean or Operate a Broken Cooktop. If cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock.
Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE CAUTION Before manually cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned off and the appliance is cool. Cleaning a hot appliance can cause burns. Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Do not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire.
Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals. All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician. This reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to the appliance. Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.
COOKING Cooking RECOMMENDATIONS Recommendations Bakeware The material of bakeware affects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food. Material Attributes Recommendation Shiny metal bakeware Shiny, aluminum, and non-coatRecommended cooking temperatures ed bakeware is the best for even and times are based on shiny metal heating. It is suitable for all baked bakeware. goods. Dark metal bakeware Dark bakeware cooks hotter than shiny bakeware.
Cooking Recommendations 11 Cooking Conditions Conditions in your kitchen can affect the performance of your appliance when cooking food. Conditions Attributes Recommendation Aging cookware As pans age and become discolored, cooking times may need to be reduced slightly. If food is too dark or overcooked, use the minimum cook time in the recipe or packaging. If food is too light or undercooked, use the middle to maximum cook time in the recipe or packaging.
Cooking Recommendations Cooking Recommendation Broiling / Roasting Broiling pan For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with a broil pan insert designed to drain the fat from the food, help avoid spatter, and reduce smoking. The broiler pan will catch grease spills, and the insert helps prevent grease splatters. If a broiler pan and insert are not supplied with this appliance, they may be purchased from Frigidaire.com.
before setting surface controls 13 Using Proper Cookware Cookware Material Types The size and type of cookware used will influence the heat setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in “Figure 1: Testing cookware” and “Figure 2: Proper cookware”. The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom.
before setting surface controls About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop About the Radiant Surface Elements The ceramic glass cooktop has heating elements below a smooth glass surface. The designs on the ceramic cooktop outline the areas of the surface elements underneath. Always match the pan size with the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop. Only flat-bottomed cookware should be used. The element temperature rises gradually and evenly. As the temperature rises, the element will glow red.
before setting surface controls Types of Ceramic Cooktop Elements The circles on the ceramic glass cooktop outline the size and type of element underneath. The elements on your cooktop depend on the model. • A single radiant element has one circle. • A dual radiant element (some models) has two circles. The dual radiant element may be set using only the smaller inner element or both inner and outer elements may be set to heat together for a larger surface.
SETTING Surface SURFACE Controls CONTROLS Setting Single radiant surface elements To operate the single radiant element: 1. Place correctly sized cookware on surface element. 2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction (FigureFigure 8) to the desired setting (refer to the “Suggested radiant surface element settings” in Table 1). 3. When cooking is complete, turn the radiant surface element OFF before removing the cookware.
Setting Surface Controls 17 Dual radiant surface elements Symbols on the backguard will help choose which portion of the dual radiant element to set. The symbol indicates a setting for the inner element only. The symbol indicates a setting for both inner and outer elements. To operate a dual radiant element: 1. Place correctly sized cookware on the surface element. 2. Push in and turn the surface control knob clockwise to begin heating both the inner and outer elements.
Setting Surface Controls Keep warm (some models) Use the keep warm feature to keep cooked foods hot. 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. For best results, when warming pastries or breads, the cover should have an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very difficult to clean.
Setting Surface Controls Quick Boil (some models) The cooktop also has a Quick Boil element that is useful for brininging large quantities of water to boiling temperatures. Home Canning Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance. Check with the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Web site and be sure to read all the information they have available as well as follow their recommendations for home canning procedures.
Before Setting Oven Controls Oven Vent Location Types of Oven Rack The oven is vented as shown below. When the oven is on, warm air is released through the vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. Do not block oven vent. Never close off the openings with aluminium foil or any other material. Steam or moisture may appear near the oven vent. This is normal.
SETTINGOven OVENControls CONTROLS Setting 1 Bake 4 2 Quick Bake Steam Clean 5 11 3 Broil Self Clean 7 Oven 8 Preheat 9 Door Locked 1. Bake - Use to select bake feature. 2. Quick Bake - Quick Bake uses a fan to circulate the oven's heat uniformly and continuously around the oven. 3. Broil - Use to set Broil feature. 4. Oven Light - Use to turn on internal light when checking on food. Also will turn on when the oven door is open. 5.
Setting Oven Controls Setting the Clock When the appliance is first plugged in or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupted, the display will flash 12:00. It is recommended to always set the clock for the correct time of day before using the appliance. To set the clock: 1. Press Set Clock once (do not hold Set Clock key down). or 2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold until the correct time of day appears in the display.
Setting Oven Controls 23 Setting the minute timer Operating oven light 1. Press timer on-off. The interior oven light will automatically turn on when the oven door is opened. Press . to turn the interior oven lights on and off whenever the oven door is closed. 2. Press to increase time in one-minute to increase increments. Press and hold time in 10-minute increments. The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes. 3.
Setting Oven Controls Setting Bake Bake cooks with heat that rises from the oven bottom. The heat and air circulate naturally in the oven. The oven indicator light above the BAKE key will remain on until oven is preheated. During baking the oven indicator light will turn on and off as the oven cycles to maintain set temperature. Follow baking recommendations for best results. The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 550°F (77°C to 288°C).
Setting Oven Controls 25 Setting Quick Bake To set Quick Bake: 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. Meats cooked with Quick Bake are crisp on the outside while staying tender and moist on the inside. Breads and pastry brown more evenly. Most foods can be cooked faster and more evenly with Quick Bake. 1. Press Quick Bake. — — — ° appears in the display.
Setting Oven Controls Setting Broil Broiling is direct heat cooking and will produce some smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from the element. Watch food to prevent burning. When broiling, always remember to arrange the oven racks while oven is still cool. Position the rack as suggested in Table 4. WARNING Should an oven fire occur, close the oven door and turn the oven off. If the fire continues, use a fire extinguisher. Do not put water or flour on the fire.
Setting Oven Controls 27 Table 4: Broil recommendations Food item Rack Temp Position Cook time in minutes 1st side 2nd side Internal Temperature Doneness Steak 1” thick 6 or 7 HI(550°F) 6:00 5:00 135°F (57°C) Rare** Steak 1” thick 6 or 7 HI(550°F) 7:00 5:00 145ºF (63ºC) Medium-well Steak 1” thick 6 or 7 HI(550°F) 8:00 7:00 170°F (77ºC) Well Pork Chops 3/4 “thick 6 HI(550°F) 8:00 6:00 170°F (77ºC) Well Chicken - Bone In 5 LO(400°F) 20:00 10:00 170°F (77ºC) Well Chic
Setting Oven Controls Setting Bake Time Adjusting the oven temperature The Bake Time key sets the amount of time needed for baking. The oven will turn on immediately and stop automatically after the set bake time ends. Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure an accurate baking temperature. For the first few uses, follow your recipe times and temperature recommendations carefully.
Setting Oven Controls Setting the Sabbath Feature for the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays (some models) For further assistance, guidelines for proper usage, and a complete list of models with the Sabbath feature, please visit the web at www.star-k.org. This appliance provides special settings for use when observing the Jewish Sabbath/ Holidays. Sabbath mode disables all audible tones or visual display changes on the oven control. Bake heating is the only cooking feature available while in the Sabbath mode.
Setting Oven Controls To program oven to Bake with default oven temperature of 350°F and activate the Sabbath feature: 1. Be sure the clock is set with correct time of day and place food in oven. 2. Press Bake. — — — appears in the display. 3. Within 5 seconds press or. The display will show 350°F (177°C). By holding the up or down arrow key the temperature can be adjusted in 5° increments (1°C). 4. If a bake time is desired enter the time at this point.
Setting Oven Controls Self Clean A self cleaning oven cleans itself with temperatures well above normal cooking temperatures which eliminate soils completely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash you can wipe away with a damp cloth. While the oven is in operation, the oven heats to temperature much higher than those used in normal cooking. Sounds of metal expansion and contraction are normal. Oder is also normal because the food soil is being removed. Smoke may appear through the oven vent.
Setting Oven Controls To set a self clean cycle 1. Press Self Clean. 2. Press until 3:00 appears in the display for until a 3 hour self clean process, or push 2:00 appears in the display for a 2 hour self clean process. 3. As soon as the controls are set, the motor driven lock will begin to close automatically and the door locked indicator light will flash. Do not open the oven door while the light is flashing (allow about 15 seconds for the oven door to lock). 4.
Setting Oven Controls Steam Clean The Steam Clean feature offers a chemical free and time saving method to assist in the routine cleaning of small and light soils. CAUTION • Do not add bleach, ammonia, oven cleaner, or any other abrasive household cleaners to the water used for Steam Clean. • Before cleaning any part of the oven, be sure all controls are turned off and the oven is cool. The oven may be hot and can cause burns. Be sure the oven is level and cool before starting Steam Clean.
Care and Cleaning Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the difficulty of major cleaning later. CAUTION Before cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned off and the appliance is cool. If ammonia or appliance cleaners are used, they must be removed and the appliance must be thoroughly rinsed before operating. Follow manufacturer’s instructions and provide adequate ventilation.
Care and Cleaning 35 Surface or Area Cleaning Recommendation Porcelain-enameled broiler pan and insert Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth. Scrub gently with a soapy, non-abrasive scouring pad to remove most spots. Rinse with a 50/50 solution of clean water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or future heating could damage the porcelain.
Care and Cleaning Cooktop Maintenance Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop. Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply a ceramic cooktop cleaning cream (available in most hardware, grocery, and department stores) to the ceramic surface. Clean and buff with a clean paper towel. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. Cooktop cleaning creams leave a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions.
Care and Cleaning 37 Cooktop Maintenance (cont) IMPORTANT Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur if you use an abrasive type cleaning pad. Only use cleaning products that have been specifically designed for ceramic glass cooktops. IMPORTANT Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur if you use an abrasive type cleaning pad. Only use cleaning products that have been specifically designed for ceramic glass cooktops.
Care and Cleaning Removing and Replacing the Oven Door Oven door hinge locations CAUTION The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down. 1. Open oven door completely, horizontal with floor (See Figure 23). 2. Pull the door hinge locks on both left and right door hinges down from the oven frame completely towards the oven door (See Figure 24). A tool such as a small flat-blade screwdriver may be required. 3.
Care and Cleaning Replacing the Oven Light CAUTION Be sure the oven is unplugged and all parts are cool before replacing the oven light. Removing the Storage Drawer Use the storage drawer for storing cooking utensils. The drawer can be removed to facilitate cleaning under the range. Use care when handling the drawer. Replacing the oven interior light bulb: The interior oven light is located at the rear of the oven cavity and covered with a glass shield.
BEFORE Before YOU You CALL Call Oven Baking For best cooking results, preheat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, pastries, etc. There is no need to preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles. The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance. Baking Problems and Solutions Baking Problems Baking Problems Causes Corrections Cookies and biscuits burn on the bottom.
Before You Call 41 Let us help you troubleshoot your concern! This section will help you with common issues. If you need us, visit our website, chat with an agent, or call us. We may be able to help you avoid a service visit. If you do need service, we can get that started for you! 1-800-265-8352 (Canada) 1-800-374-4432 (United States) Frigidaire.com Frigidaire.ca Problem Cause / Solution Entire appliance does not operate Appliance not connected. Make sure power cord is plugged properly into outlet.
Before You Call Cooktop Problems Problem Cause / Solution Surface element is too hot or not hot enough. Incorrect surface control setting. Adjust power level setting. Surface element does not heat or does not heat evenly. Be sure the correct surface control knob is turned on for the element needed. Cookware is light weight or warped. Use only flat, evenly balanced, medium or heavyweight cookware. Flat pans heat better than warped pans. Cookware materials and weight of the material affect heating.
Before You Call 43 Self-Clean Problems Problem Cause / Solution Self clean does not work. Oven control not set properly. See”Self Clean” on page 31 Oven racks discolored or do not slide easily. Oven racks left in oven cavity during self clean. Remove oven racks from oven cavity before starting a self-clean cycle. Clean by using a mild abrasive cleaner following manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with clean water, dry, and replace in oven. Soil not completely removed after self clean.
Warranty WARRANTY 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.
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