Dacor Epicure Ranges User manual

Family-Owned.American-Made.
Use & Care
EpicureTM Ranges
SAFETY tS EVERYONE'S RESPONSIBILITY. ALL DACORAPPLIANCES ARE DESIGNED
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OPERATION WILL BE FURTHER ENHANCED IF PROPER CARE AND JUDGEMENT ARE
EXERCISED IN THE USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNINGS:
Must be followed carefully to avoid personal injury or damage.
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,Operating Instructions
, Care and Cleaning Instructions
Safety Tips
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Dear DACOR Consumer,
Congratulations! You have purchased the very latest in kitchen appliances• Your new DACOR product offers features,
styling and performance not found in any other appliance.
Please read this manual before operating your new appliance, it is imperative that you read the IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS section and become familiar with the controls and procedures to understand the full potential of this
product.
All DACOR appliances are designed and manufactured to meet the highest quality standards. Each unit is thoroughly
tested• Should you have a problem, however, please first check the PROBLEM SOLVING section in this manual. This
section contains a checklist of possible problems and solutions that may save you the time and expense of an
unnecessary service call.
If you cannot readily find the solution to the problem, please contact your nearest DACOR Authorized Service
Representative. In the unlikely event they are unable to solve your problem to your satisfaction, please contact
DACOR Customer Service.
Web site: www.dacor.com
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Fax: [phone]
Business Hours: 7:30 A.M to 4:00 P,M. Pacific Time
DACOR Customer Service
1440 Bridge Gate Dr.
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Thank you for selecting DACOR for your home. We are dedicated to you and ensure that this appliance in your home
will bring years of outstanding performance for your family and friends.
Sincerely,

TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................... 1
Purpose of this Manual ................................ 1
Product Registration ..................................... 1
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ......................... 2
What To Do .................................................. 2
What Not To Do ............................................ 2
OVEN OPERATION ....................................... 3-7
Getting Started ............................................. 3
What is Pure ConvectionTM? ........................ 4
Setting the Time of Day ................................ 4
Oven Modes ................................................. 4
Oven Racks & Supports ............................... 4
Oven Mode Selection ................................... 5
Preheating the Oven .................................... 5
Using the Minute Timers .............................. 5
Securing the Controls ................................... 6
Baking .......................................................... 6
Roasting ....................................................... 6
Multiple Rack Baking .................................... 6
Delay Timed Cooking ................................ 6-7
Dehydrating/Defrosting ................................ 7
Broiling ......................................................... 7
COOKTOP OPERATION ............................... 7-8
Selecting the Proper Cookware ................... 7
Burner Controls ............................................ 7
Setting the Burner Flame Height .................. 8
Using the Simmer Plate ............................... 8
CARE AND CLEANING ............................... 8-12
Cleaning Tips ............................................ 8-9
Control Panel ............................................... 9
Door Handle & Control Housing ................... 9
Door Glass ................................................... 9
Stainless Steel Surfaces .............................. 9
Porcelain Surfaces ....................................... 9
Brass and Chrome Surfaces ........................ 9
Broiler Pan ................................................... 9
Oven Racks .................................................. 9
Convection Fan Filter ................................... 9
Top Frame .................................................... 9
Oven Exhaust Cover .................................... 9
Knobs and Spill Protector rings .................. 10
Burner Bases ............................................. 10
Burner Rings .............................................. 10
Burner Ignitors ............................................ I0
Self-Cleaning ......................................... 10-11
Adjusting the Oven Temperature ................. 11
Replacing the Oven Light ...................... I1-I2
PROBLEM SOLVING ................................. 124 4
Troubleshooting .................................... 12-I3
Product Maintenance ................................. I4
If You Need Service .................................... I4
PRODUCT WARRANTY ................................. 14
What Is Covered ........................................ I4
What Is Not Covered .................................. I4
This Use &Care Manual is designed to enable
you to properly operate and maintain your new
range. Please keep this manual handy for easy
access and quick reference.
Additional information may be requested by
e-mailing, writing or phoning the DACOR
Customer Service Department. The address
and phone number of this department are listed
on the inside front cover of this manual.
I. Begin by ensuring proper installation and
grounding of the appliance by a qualified
technician according to the accompanying
Installation Instructions. Have the installer
show you where the fuse or junction box
and gas valve are located so that you
know how and where to turn oft the utilities.
If you smell gas, do not use the range.
Immediately turn oft the gas supply at the
shut oft valve, disconnect electrical power
to the unit at the fuse or junction box,
and contact the gas supplier or qualified
appliance technician.
2. Ensure that the range is used only by
those individuals who are able to operate it
properly.
3. Use the range only for cooking tasks
expected of a home oven as outlined in
this manual.
4. Properly clean and maintain the range as
recommended in this manual.
5. Use only dry potholders to avoid steam
burns when removing hot cookware.
6. Exercise caution when opening the oven
door. Let hot air or steam escape before
looking or reaching into the oven.
7. Allow the oven cool air intake (located at
the door handle) to remain unobstructed at
all times.
8. Position oven racks in desired locations
when the oven is cool. (If a rack must be
repositioned after the oven is already hot,
be certain that the potholder does not
contact a hot heating element in the oven.)
9. Before Self-Cleaning the oven, remove the
broiler grill and pan, oven racks, convection
fan filter and any other utensils.
10. Clean only those parts listed in this
manual.
I1. In the event that a burner flame goes out
and gas escapes, turn off the gas control
and open a window or door. Wait at least
5 minutes before attempting to use the
cooktop.
12. Select utensils of the proper size, material,
and construction for the particular type of
cooking being done. Select utensils that
are large enough to contain the desired
quantity of food without boil-overs or spill-
overs. Choose pans with easy to hold
handles that will stay cool while cooking.
Do not use utensils with loose handles.
Avoid using pans that are too heavy to lift
safely. Use cookware only for its intended
purpose. Certain types of glass, ceramic,
and earthenware utensils are suitable for
use only in an oven and not in cooktop
applications.
13. When cooking, set the burner controls so
that the flame heats only the bottom of the
utensil and does not lick at the sides of the
utensil.
14. When deep fat frying, be certain that the
pan is large enough to contain the desired
volume of food without overflow caused by
bubbling of the fat. Never leave a deep fat
fryer unattended. Avoid deep fat frying of
moist or frost-covered foods, as foods with
high water content may cause spattering or
spilling of the hot fat. Heat fat slowly, and
stir together any combinations of oils and
fats prior to applying heat. Utilize a deep
fat frying thermometer to avoid heating the
fat to temperatures above the flash point.
15. Always turn pan handles to the side or
back of the range. Do not turn handles
towards the room where they are easily hit.
Handles should not extend over adjacent
burners.
16. Always check the positions of the control
knobs to make sure the cooktop is oft when
you are finished cooking.
17. Before performing any service, turn off the
gas supply by closing the gas shut-off valve
and turning off electrical power supply.
18. Always light each burner prior to placing a
utensil on the burner grate. Also, turn the
control knob to the "oft" position before
removing a utensil from the burner grate.
19. Always clean the cooktop cautiously. If
using a damp sponge or cloth, wait until
the cooktop has cooled sufficiently to
prevent steam burns. Also, some cleaners
can produce harmful or unpleasant fumes if
applied to hot surfaces.
20. Keep any ventilation filters clean to avoid
grease fires.
If you received a damaged product,
immediately contact your dealer or builder.
Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
[_ Please enter the information requested in the spaces provided below. This information wilt be required in the unlikely event that a service call
becomes necessary:
Model No. Serial No.
Date Purchased Date Installed
Purchased From
Address
Phone

21.Alwayssetutensilsgentlyontothegrates
andcenterthemsothattheyarewell-
balanced.
22.Alwayskeepthecooktopsurfacecleanand
dry.
What Not to Do
_ WARNING:
_IEVER cover any slots, holes or passages
n the oven bottom or cover an entire rack
t4th materials such as aluminum foil. Doing
;e blocks air flow through the oven and
"nay cause carbon monoxide poisoning.
_,luminum foil linings may also trap heat,
;ausing a fire hazard.
[_ WARNING:
NEVER use this appliance as a space heater
to heat or warm the room. Doing so may
result in carbon monoxide poisoning and
overheat ng of the app ance.
1. Do not leave children alone or unattended
in the area where the range is in use.
Never allow children to sit or stand on any
part of the oven. Do not let children play
with the range.
2. Do not store items of interest to children
above the range. Children could be burned
or injured while climbing on the appliance.
3. Do not wear loose or hanging apparel while
using the range.
4. Do not store combustible, flammable or
explosive materials in the range or in
adjacent cabinets.
5. CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE FOOD OR
COOKING UTENSILS, ETC., IN THE
OVEN DURING THE SELF-CLEAN
CYCLE.
6. Do not repair or replace any part of the
range unless specifically recommended
in literature accompanying this appliance.
All other service should be referred to a
qualified technician.
7. Do not use water on grease fires. A violent
steam explosion may result. Smother any
flames with a lid, cookie sheet or flat tray.
Flaming grease can be extinguished with
baking soda or foam extinguisher.
8. Do not allow potholders to touch hot
surfaces or gas burners. Do not use towels
or bulky cloth as potholders.
9. Do not use commercial oven cleaners or
oven liner protective coatings on any part
of the oven.
10. Do not clean the door gasket, because
rubbing, moving or in any way damaging
the gasket, may eliminate the required tight
door seat.
11. DO NOT TOUCH INTERIOR SURFACES
OF THE OVEN. During and after use, do
not touch or let clothing or other flammable
materials contact heating elements or
interior surfaces of the oven until they have
had sufficient time to cool.
12. Do not block or obstruct the holes below
the control knobs. Blocking these holes
may affect burner operation and may result
in a hazard.
13. When using the cooktop, do not touch the
grates, burner caps, burner bases, or any
other parts in proximity to the flame. These
components may be hot enough to cause
burns.
14. If the cooktop is near a window, do not use
tong curtains as a window treatment. The
curtains could blow over the cooktop and
create a fire hazard.
15. Do not cover the burners and grates with
anything except properly selected utensils.
Decorative covers should not be used.
16. Do not heat unopened food containers,
such as baby food jars and cans. Pressure
build-up may cause the container to burst
and cause injury.
17. Do not use abrasive or caustic cleaners
or detergents on this appliance. They may
cause permanent damage. Do not use
aerosol cleaners. They may be flammable
or cause corrosion of metal parts.
18. Do not use or attempt to use this appliance
in the event of a power failure.
19. Do not touch the oven exhaust cover on
the cooktop when the oven is in use.
20. Do not slide cookware across the grates.
Sliding may damage the finish of the
grates. Lift utensils to reposition them.
2I. Do not allow acids (citrus juices, tomato
sauces, etc.) to remain on the oven cell
surfaces. The porcelain finish may stain.
23. Do not touch the range top or backguard
with your bare hands during all cooking
and self cleaning modes. Venting from
the oven may cause the cooktop and
backguard to become hot.
Before using your range, become familiar with
the features and control panel layout.
Below the oven mode touch pads are three
touch pads labeled 'CANCEL.SECURE,"
"LIGHT" and "COOK TIME". The
"CANCEL.SECURE" touch pad enables the
user to cancel the selection of an oven mode
or Delay Timed program, or disable the control
panel by pressing and holding the pad for
approximately three (3) seconds. Once the
control panel is in the "SECURE" mode, "OFF"
will be displayed on the clock. The "LIGHT"
touch pad turns the interior oven light "on"
and "off." The "LIGHT" touch pad wilt remain
functional if the control panel has been disabled.
The "COOK TIME" touch pad is used to select
the length of time for a cooking process in Delay
Timed cooking mode.
Clock functions are selected by pressing the
touch pads located below the clock display
and oven mode touch pads. Oven functions
are chosen by pressing the touch pad for the
desired mode. Once a clock or oven function
has been chosen, a description of the selection
will flash in the clock display area.
[_ IMPORTANT:
After choosing a clock function or oven
mode, you have six seconds to perform the
next programming step. If the next step is
not completed within six (6) seconds, the
program selection displayed on the clock
will disappear. Should this occur, just repeat
the initial function selection
Control Panel
Cool Air Slots
Infrared Ceramic
Gas Broiler
Rack Support
Halogen Oven Light -
Oven Rack
Self-Clean Instructions
Self-Clean Lock Latch
-- Halogen Oven Light
Convection Element
Temperature Sensor
Convection Fan
Convection Baffle
Bake Burner
Door Hinge
Door Gasket
Door Handle ERD30/36/SO Oven Features
(Convection Screen Not Shown)
Time and Temperature
Electronic Clock , Set Keys X
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Self-Clean Instructions
Self-Clean Lock Latch
Halogen Oven Light
Convection Fan
Convection Baffle
Bake Burner
Door Hinge
Door Gasket
Door Handle
ERG30 Oven Features
(Convection Screen Not Shown)
Time and Temperature
Electronic Clock _ Set Keys X
BAKE _/_" _ _ T'ME " TEMP
Oven Mode
Indicators
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MINUTE CLOCK STOP MINUTE
TIMER #1 SET TIME TIMER #2
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CANCEL OVEN COOK
SECURE LIGHT TIME
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Cool Air Slots
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Door Handle--' ERD48 Oven Features
(Convection Screen Not Shown)
Smoke Eliminator
Broil Element -_
Halogen Oven Light
Rack Support
Oven Rack
Bake Element
Self-Clean Lock Latch
Infared Ceramic Gas Broiler
Temperature Sensor
Convection Baffle
Convection Element
Convection Fan
Butterfly Bake Element TM
Door Hinge
Time and Temperature
Set Keys Oven Mode
Electronic Clock _ _ndlcators
CANCEL OVEN COOK MINUTE CLOCK STOP MINUTE CANCEL OVEN COOK
SECURE LIGHT TIME TIMER#1 SET TIME TIMER#2 SECURE LIGHT TIME
ERD48 Control Panel
Your new oven has the best cooking system
available today, "Pure Convection TM''.Pure
Convection TM is a total system approach to
cooking. The heat source is a third element
outside the cooking cell behind a "baffle." Not
onty does the baffle separate the food from
the heat source, it channels the air from the
"Convection Fan" evenly into the cell eliminating
any hot or cool spots in the oven. This system is
what allows multi-rack cooking while achieving
even results from one rack to another.
The other component in Pure Convection TM is
the "Filter." The filter eliminates the transference
of flavors when cooking entire meals and atso
keeps the oven cleaner
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Heated Air Circulation Pattern in Convection Modes
Follow these two steps to set the correct
time of day:
1. Press the "CLOCK" touch pad. The time
of day will flash, "AM" or "PM" will be
displayed, and "TIME" wilt flash in the
display.
2. Press the touch pad "+" or "-" until the
correct time of day is displayed and
release.
All oven modes are described below:
_ TANDARD BAKE (Selected Models
Only) - In Standard Bake mode,
the bottom heat element provides
conventional baking heat• Temperatures
may be set from 135° to 555°F in 5F
increments• Use Standard Bake for single
rack baking and roasting•
_ STANDARD BROIL - The Infrared
Ceramic Gas Broiler supplies the heat
in Broil mode• The high wattage, top
heating element supplies the heat in
Broil mode in the ERD48 left oven only.
The broil temperature is adjustable from
135°F, to the "HI" setting (equivalent
to 5551) for greater cooking flexibility.
Broiling is performed with the door
closed.

[_ ONVECTIONBROIL(ERD48leftoven
only)- Thehighwattage,topheating
elementsuppliestheheatinBroilmode
incombinationwiththeconvectionfan
forbetterheatdistribution.Thebroil
temperatureisadjustablefrom135°F
tothe"HI" setting (equivalent to 555F)
for greater cooking flexibility. Broiling is
performed with the door closed.
[]_ URE CONVECTION TM (ERD models
only) - In Pure Convection TM mode a
third heating element, encircling the
convection fan located in the rear of the
oven chamber, acts as the heat source.
The convection fan draws air from the
oven chamber, then forces it across
the hot convection heating element.
The heated air is directed back into the
oven chamber through the convection
baffle. The baffle distributes the heated
air evenly to ensure uniform results.
Temperatures may be set from 135
to 555°F in 5F increments. Use this
mode for single rack baking, multiple
rack baking, roasting, and preparation of
complete meals.
[_ CONVECTION BAKE - In this
combination convection-radiant mode,
the lower element provides the heat.
As in Pure Convection TM mode, the
convection fan and baffle combine to
circulate heated air evenly throughout the
oven chamber. Temperatures may be set
from 135F to 555°F in 5°F increments.
Use this mode for single rack baking,
multiple rack baking and roasting.
_ SELF-CLEAN - In the pyrolytic Self-
Clean mode, the oven reaches extreme
high temperatures, thereby burning off
oven soil automatically. The Self-Clean
time is adjustable up to four hours so
that varying degrees of oven soil can
be successfully removed. Also, the Self-
Clean cycle can be delayed to start at a
later time if desired
Three chrome-plated oven racks are provided.
Always remember to position the racks prior to
heating the oven. Also, remove the oven racks
prior to self-cleaning to prevent permanent
discoloration of the racks
The porcelain rack supports provide five (5)
heights for positioning of the oven racks.
To install a rack, align the left and right edges of
the rack with the horizontal guide rails of the rack
supports, then slide the rack into the oven
Oven Rack Positions
(ERD48 Shown)
3
2
1
Follow these steps to operate the oven
modes:
1. Position oven rack(s) at the proper
height(s).
2. Press the touch pad for the modes of
your choice. The oven will beep once,
the selected cooking mode will flash, and
.... "will be displayed.
3. Press either the "+" or "-" pad. The default
temperature will be displayed.
4. To adjust the default temperature for
baking, press and hold the "TIME*TEMP"
pad. (Press "+" key to increase the
temperature setting, "-" to decrease.)
"PRE" and "ON" will appear in the
clock display, and the oven will begin
to heat. tf in a convection mode, the
convection fan will turn on. Also, the
clock display will change from the desired
cooking temperature to the actual oven
temperature, starting with 135°F. The
temperature display will increase in 5°F
increments until the desired temperature is
reached. The cooling fan will turn on when
the oven temperature reaches 200°F.
_ NOTE:
Do not place food inside the oven until the
Preheat cycle is complete.
When the desired temperature is attained, the
Preheat cycle is complete. The clock will beep
once and "PRE" and "ON" will disappear from
the display. (From this time forward, the "ON"
display will cycle on and off with the heating
elements.)
5. Carefully place the food onto the desired
rack(s) within the preheated oven.
6. It is recommended that a Minute Timer be
set to time the cooking process.
7. When the time expires and/or the
food is done cooking, press the
"CANCEL*SECURE" pad to turn off the
oven.
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The oven features an automatic Preheat cycle
that rapidly brings the oven chamber up to
temperature. Simply by choosing a cooking
mode and setting a temperature, the oven will
automatically perform the Preheat function. The
Preheat cycle operates in Standard Bake, Pure
Convection TM and Convection Bake modes.
There is no Preheat cycle for the Broil or
Convection Broil modes.
NOTE:
Allowing the oven to completely pre-heat
prior to placing food in the oven will avoid
excessive browning of the food. After the
oven signals that the pre-heat is complete,
allow 3-5 more minutes for the heat patterns
to normalize in the oven and then place your
food inside.
The clock features two timers that may be used
for time cooking or other processes up to 11
hours, 50 minutes in length.
To use the Minute Timer function, follow
these steps:
1. Press the touch pad labeled "TIMER 1", or
"TIMER 2". The clock wilt display "00:O0",
and "TIMER 1", or
"TIMER 2" will flash.
2. Press the %" pad until the desired time is
displayed on the clock.
3. After "TIMER 1" has expired, the clock
will sound off with one second beeps and
"TIMER I" will appear in the display. After
the "TIMER 2" minute timer has expired,
the clock wilt sound alternating one and
two second beeps and "TIMER 2" will
appear in the display. The beeper can be
silenced by pressing the "TIMER" touch
pad while the beeper is sounding.

{_ IMPORTANT:
Cancellation of the Minute Timer does not
turn off the oven if it is operating. You must
manuamly shut the oven off by pressing the
"CANCEL,SECURE" touch pad. (See the
Delay Timed Cooking section on page 7for
automatic oven turn on and turn off.)
_ NOTES:
1. To view the current time of day rather
than the remaining time on the Minute
Timer, just press the "CLOCK" touch
pad. To change back to a Minute Timer
display, press the "TIMER 1" or "TIMER
2" touch pad.
2. To cancel the Minute Timer while in
progress, press the "TIMER ! or 2"
touch pad two times. The clock display
will return to the time of day.
3. The Minute Timers may be used at the
same time as Delay Timed Cooking or
Self-Clean.
4. The Minute Timers wil! beep for 2
minutes (if not cancelled) before
automatically shutting off.
5. Pressing the "CANCEL,SECURE"
pad when the beeper is sounding will
cancel both the beeper and the cooking
function.
To avoid accidentally turning the oven on,
activate the "SECURE" feature. Press and hold
the "CANCEL,SECURE" pad for approximately
three seconds. This will disable the control
panel and allow cleaning the controls without
accidentally starting any functions. Three beeps
will sound and "OFF" will appear in the display
when the control panel has been secured.
To re-activate the control panel, again push
and hold the "CANCEL,SECURE" pad for three
seconds. Three beeps will sound and the "OFF"
will disappear from the display.
Baking ]
Your DACOR range offers two convection
baking modes: Pure Convection TM or
Convection Bake.
As a general rule, a convection mode
will allow preparation of most foods at
reduced temperatures for shorter periods
of time, while also producing superior
results. Typically you can reduce standard
temperature by 25°F and cook for 10% less
time. Baked goods will have golden-brown
crusts with flaky textures, and meats will have
crispy exteriors with succulent juices sealed
inside.
To convert Conventional Bake recipes to
our convection recipes, reduce temperature
by 25°F and the cooking time by
approximately I0%.
2. Some recipes, especially those that are
homemade, may require adjustment and
testing when converting from standard
to convection modes. If unsure how to
convert a recipe, begin by preparing the
recipe in Bake mode. After achieving
acceptable results this way, follow the
Convection guidelines listed, if the food is
not prepared to your satisfaction during this
first Convection trial, adjust only one recipe
variable at a time (such as cooking time,
rack position or temperature) and repeat
the convection test. tf necessary, continue
adjusting one recipe variable at a time until
satisfactory results are achieved.
3. Do not open the oven door frequently
during baking. Look through the door
window to check the progress of baking
whenever possible.
4. Use the Minute Timers to time baking
functions.
5. Wait until the shortest recommended
baking time before checking food. For
baked goods, a wooden pick placed in the
center should come clean when the food is
done.
6. Measure ingredients carefully and follow
tested recipes for best baking results.
7. Bakeware Tips:
Use the pan size and type
recommended by the recipe to ensure
best results.
Cakes, quick breads, muffins and
cookies should be baked in shiny,
reflective pans for light, golden crusts.
Medium gauge aluminum sheets
with low sides should be used when
preparing cookies, biscuits and cream
puffs.
Bake most frozen foods in their
original foil containers placed on a
fiat cookie sheet. Follow the package
recommendations.
When using glass bakeware, reduce
the recipe temperature by 25°F, except
when baking pies or yeast breads.
Follow the standard recipe baking time
for pies and yeast breads.
Avoid the use of old, darkened pans.
Warped, dented, stainless steel and
tin-coated pans heat unevenly and wilt
not give uniform baking results.
8. Tips for Pan Placement:
Place pans carefully on the oven
racks. Turn pans on the racks so that
the long sides run left to right, parallel
to the door.
9. Adjustments to recipe times and
temperatures will have to be made
when baking at high altitudes. Consult
a cookbook on high-altitude cooking or
contact the Home Economics Departments
at your state university for specific
recommendations.
_ NOTE:
For common baking problems refer to
your Dacor cookbook. Your complimentary
cookbook was packed with your range, if
you did not receive your cookbook, please
contact Dacor at [phone] or at
www.dacor,com
l Roasting
All baking modes can be used to successfully
roast in your oven. However, the Convection
mode is recommended to produce meats that
are deliciously seared on the outside and
succulently juicy on the inside in record time.
Foods that are exceptional, when prepared in
a Convection mode, include: beef, pork, ham,
lamb, turkey, chicken, and cornish hens.
1. To convert conventional Bake recipes
to Convection recipes, reduce the
temperature by 25°F and the cooking time
by approximately 10%.
2. Using a roasting rack, always roast meats
fat side up in a shallow pan. Always
use a pan that fits the size of the food
being prepared. The broiler pan and grill,
accompanying the oven, can be used in
most cases. No basting is required when
the fat side is up. Do not add water to
the pan. It will cause a steamed effect.
Roasting is a dry heat process.
3. Poultry should be placed breast side up
on a rack in a shallow pan that fits the size
of the food. Again, the broiler pan and grill
accompanying the oven can be used. Brush
poultry with melted butter, margarine, or oil
before and during roasting.
4. For Convection roasting, do not use pans
with tall sides. They interfere with the
circulation of heated air over the food.
5. When using a meat thermometer, insert the
probe halfway into the center of the thickest
portion of the meat. (For poultry, insert the
thermometer probe between the body and
leg into the thickest part of the inner thigh.)
To ensure an accurate reading, the tip of
the probe should not touch bone, fat or
gristle. Check the meat temperature 2/3 of
the way through the recommended roasting
time.
6. After reading the meat thermometer once,
insert it 1/2 inch further into the meat, then
take a second reading.
if the second temperature registers below
the first, continue cooking the meat.
7. Remove meats from the oven when the
thermometer registers 5° to 10°F below the
desired temperature. The meat will continue
to cook after removal.
8. Allow roasts to stand 15 to 20 minutes after
roasting in order to make carving easier.
9. if using a cooking bag, foil tent, or other
cover, use Bake Mode (ERDE models only)
or Convection Bake Mode (ERD models
only).
The recipe time and temperature will have
to be adjusted as welt.
10. Roasting times always vary according to
the size, shape and quality of meats and
poultry. Less tender cuts of meat are best
prepared in Bake and may require moist
cooking techniques. Follow your favorite
cookbook recipes.
11. Reduce spatter by lining the bottom of the
roasting pan with lightly crushed aluminum
foil.

Theuniformaircirculationprovidedby
ConvectionTM cooking enables the more oven
capacity to be utilized. Many foods, such
as pizzas, cakes, cookies, biscuits, muffins,
rolls and frozen convenience foods can be
successfully prepared on either two or three
racks at the same time. Additionally, complete
meals can be prepared by using multiple racks.
See below for specific recommendations.
Follow the steps in the Oven Modes section, to
manually operate the oven, or refer to the Belay
Timed Cooking section below for automatic
operation.
MULTIPLE RACK BAKING TIPS
1. Typically, when baking on two racks, rack
positions #1 and #4 or #2 and #4.
2. When adapting a single rack recipe to
multiple rack baking, it may be necessary
to add to the baking time. This is due to the
extra mass of food in the oven.
Dacor's Oven GtideRack TM is designed to
install effortlessly and glide at a full extension.
Especially when using Dacor's pizza stone
(model number ABS20), the full extension of the
rack allows you to slide the pizza on and off the
stone with great ease. It is also great for large
roasts in large roasting pans. This easy- slide
rack will allow you to baste more easily and
check temperatures of the food more safely and
quickly.
Proper Installation of the Easy slide Oven
Rack:
1. Fully extend the two side guides. Align two
small clips on the bottom at the rear of the
Oven GlideRack TM with the black porcelain
rack guides in the oven.
2. Begin to slide the rack in, then lift up. The
Oven GlideRack TM must be in between the
two clips on the upper and lower side of
the rack rear.
3. Push the rack all the way to the back.
4. Grasp the rack in the front center and pull.
The rack should come forward while the
side guides remain in place.
Helpful Hints When Using Your Oven
GlideRack TM :
1. This rack works particularly well with
heavier items, although you can use it
during any baking, broiling or roasting in
your Uacor oveR.
2. These racks wilt need to be spaced out
when using more than one in the oven at
a time. For instance, the racks should be
used on rack positions 1,3, & 5 or 2 & 4,
counting up from the bottom, instead of
using racks 2,3, & 4.
3. When using the rack with Dacor% ABS20
baking stone, use rack position I for best
results.
4. Heavier roasting pans and dishes wilt also
cook better on Rack position 1.
5. Do not leave the rack in during self- clean.
The rack will become difficult to slide in
and out if it is self- cleaned. Remove all the
racks and the filter in the back of the oven
before self- cleaning..
6. To clean the rack, use hot, soapy water
and the rough side of a sponge.
This function allows the user to start and finish
a cooking cycle automatically. It is especially
useful for preparing meals in advance, cooking
while you are at work or play. Delay Timed
Cooking can only be used with Standard Bake
(ERD model only), Convection Bake, or Pure
Convection modes. It wilt not function in Broil
mode.
_ WARNING:
Food safety is an important consideration
when using delayed cooking modes. To
avoid potential sickness and spoiling of
food, take the following steps:
1. Avoid using foods that wil! spoil while
waiting for the cooking cycle to begin.
Typical foods to avoid include those
containing eggs and dairy products,
cream soups, and cooked or uncooked
meats, poultry and fish.
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2. If cooking will not begin immediately,
place only very cold or frozen food into
the oven. Most unfrozen foods should
never stand in the oven for more than
two hours before cooking begins.
3. Do not allow foods to remain in
the oven more than one hour after
completion of the cooking cycle. When
the temperature drops below 140°F,
bacteria can develop.
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Setting the Oven for Delay Timed Cooking
To use Delay Timed Cooking, follow these
steps:
1. Position oven rack(s) at the proper
height(s).
2. Place the food onto the center of the oven
rack(s).
3. Select the desired cooking mode and
temperature.
4. Press the "COOK TIME" pad and "TIME"
will appear in the clock display. Press the
"TIME.TEMP" "+" pad to set the length
of time that the food will be cooked. The
"COOK TIME" can be set from 5 minutes to
I1 hours, 50 minutes.
5. The oven can be set to start now or later
in the day. To start cooking now, do not
perform any more programming steps. After
six seconds "PRE", "ON" and "TIMED" will
appear in the clock display, and the oven
will begin heating. After the "COOK TIME"
has expired, the clock will beep three
times, and "Hold" will be displayed. The
cooling fan will continue to run, depending
upon the length and temperature of the
cooking process.
6. Press the "STOP TIME" touch pad, and
"STOP" will appear in the clock display.
Press the "TIME.TEMP" "+" pad to enter
the time of day that you wish the oven to
shut off. "DELAY" wilt now be displayed.
The oven will calculate the correct "START
TIME." After the "COOK TIME" has expired,
the clock will beep three times, and "Hold"
will be displayed. If cooking in a convection
mode, the convection fan will also turn
off at this time. While in "Hold" mode, the
oven temperature will be maintained at
I50°F for a period of two hours. "Hold"
mode can be cancelled by pressing the
"CANCEL.SECURE" touch pad. The
cooling fan will continue to run depending
upon the length and temperature of the
cooking process.
DELAY TIMED COOKING TIPS
1. Do not use foods containing baking powder
or yeast in Delay Timed Cooking. These
foods will not rise properly.
2. Remember that "COOK TIME" refers to
the length of the cooking cycle. It does not
refer to the start time!

3. The time required to preheat the oven must
be included in the "COOK TIME" Thus,
the "COOK TIME" should be increased by
about 8 to 12 minutes depending upon the
temperature setting. The broiler does not
come on to preheat in the Delay Mode, so
you will not pre-maturely brown foods.
_ NOTE:
The gas broilers (ERD model only), or
Electrical Glass Broilers (ERDE model only),
are not activated for Pre-heat in the Belay-
Time cooking mode, so Pre-Heat times are
increased - but dishes wi!l not pre-maturely
brown.
The range can be used to dehydrate or
defrost foods at tow heat settings in "Pure
Convection TM"mode (ERD models only).
Follow these steps to dehydrate or defrost
foods:
1. Position oven rack(s) at the proper
height(s).
2. Place the food onto the center of the oven
rack. (For dehydrating, prepare food as
recommended then place food onto a
drying rack.)
3. Press the "PURE CONVECTION TM"pad.
4. Set the temperature to 135°F. This is the
minimum temperature that can be set. (For
dehydrating, a higher temperature setting
may be required. Follow the recommended
temperature for the type of food being
prepared.)
5. It is recommended that the user set the
Minute Timer(s) to time the process.
Broiling is a quick and flavorful way to prepare
many foods, including steaks, chicken, chops,
hamburgers and fish. Broiling in the oven is
completed with the oven door completely
shut. It is normal and necessary for some
smoke to be present to give the food a broiled
flavor. The broil temperature may be adjusted in
5°F increments from 135°F up to the maximum
setting of "HI". The "HI" setting is equivalent to
555°F.
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Follow these steps to operate the oven in
Standard Broil (all models) or Convection
Broil (ERD48/ERDE48 left oven only) modes:
I. Close the door tightly.
2. Press the "BROIL" or "CONVECTION
BROIL" (ERD48 left oven only) pad.
3. Press the %IME*TEMP" "+" or "-" pad and
the default temperature setting "HI" will be
displayed. "HI" is equivalent to 555°F.
4. If a temperature other than "HI" is desired,
press the "TIME*TEMP" "-" pad to reduce
the temperature. Six seconds after setting
the temperature, the "ON" indicator will light
up in the clock display, the broiler element
wilt begin heating, and the cooling fan will
turn on.
5. It is recommended that the user set
the Minute Timer(s) to time the broiling
process.
6. When the Minute Timer expires
and/or the food is cooked, press the
"CANCEL.SECURE" touch pad to turn off
the oven. The cooling fan wilt continue to
run for 30 to 45 minutes depending upon
the length and temperature of the broiling
process.
NOTE:
For broiling and top grill tips refer to your
Dacor cookbook. Your complimentary
cookbook was packed with your range, if
you did not receive your cookbook, please
contact Dacor at [phone] or at www.
dacor.com
Utensils will affect the overall safety and
performance of cooktop cooking, so it is
important to select them carefully. An improperly
selected utensil will not cook efficiently or
evenly. For best results, follow these guidelines:
1. Use medium to heavy-gauge metal
cookware with flat and smooth bottoms for
greatest efficiency.
2. Use utensils with tight fitting lids to retain
heat, odors, and steam.
Indicators have been placed on the control
housing, next to each control knob, to clearly
identify the burner controlled by each knob.
To indicate whether the knob controls burners
on the left or right, the knobs are grouped
accordingly. The burner being controlled is
indicated by a blue indicator light, while the
adjacent burner is illustrated by a flame icon on
the control panel.
To light a particular burner, press in on the
corresponding control knob, then immediately
rotate the knob counterclockwise from the off
(e) position to the "HIGH" position (larger flame
icon). All ignitors will spark continuously until
the gas ignites on the selected burner. Ignition
should occur within four seconds of turning to
this position. The ignitors will stop sparking as
soon as the burner ignites.
Once the burner is lit, reduce the flame
height by rotating the control knob further
counterclockwise, then place the utensil on the
grate. Progressively lower flame heights are
achieved as the knob is turned toward the small
flame icon (counterclockwise).
[_ IMPORTANT:
1. If the gas does not ignite within four
seconds, then turn off the valve. Allow
at least five minutes for any gas to
dissipate, then repeat the lighting
procedure.
2. Burner ignitors must always be kept
clean and dry to function properly.
Due to the Perma-Flame re=ignition
feature, dirty or wet ignitors will result
in constant sparking, even if there is
a flame present. Additionally, ignitors
will spark automatically if the flame is
distorted by a draft or by a ventilation
system. Eliminate the draft or reduce
the ventilation b!ower speed in this
case,
3. Do not touch any burner cap, burner
base, or ignitor while the ignitors are
sparking. An electrical shock could
result.
4. When the cooktop is cool and/or more
than two burners are in use, the ignitors
may continue to spark if the control
knob is set to the "LOW" position. This
is normal until the burner warms up.
The tendency to spark under these
conditions can be reduced by operating
the burner at a higher flame setting
for a short period of time (normally
60 seconds or less), then adjusting
the control knob down to the "LOW"
setting. The burner will also warm up
faster if a utensil is placed on the grate.
5. The flame should be steady and blue in
color. Foreign material in the gas line,
especially in new construction, may
cause an orange flame during initial
operation. This wi!l disappear with
further use.
6. The flame should burn evenly around
the perimeter of the burner, except
underneath each grate support finger,
where the flame height is reduced by
the Smart-Flame feature. If the flame is
uneven, ensure that the brass burner
ring and porcemain burner cap are
properly positioned, then check for any
foreign material in the burner ring or
on the burner cap. Remove any foreign
material with a straightened paper clip,
wire, or needle. Do not damage the
brass or distort the shape of the burner
ring ports.
7. Never light the burners with a match
or other open flame, if aburner does
not ignite, consult the Troubleshooting
section of this manual.

Setting the Burner Flame Heights
EpicureTM Range burners are all rated at a
maximum output of 15,000 BTU/HR.
All burners are sealed to the cooktop by gaskets
around the underside of the burner bases,
thereby preventing any liquid spills from getting
below the cooktop frame.
Setting the proper burner flame height for the
desired cooking process and selected utensil
will result in superior cooking performance,
while also saving time and energy. Follow these
recommendations for best results:
1. Use low or medium flame heights when
cooking in utensils that are poor conductors
of heat, such as glass, ceramic, and cast
iron cooking vessels. Reduce the flame
height until it covers approximately 1/3 of
the utensil diameter. This will ensure even
heating within the utensil and reduce the
likelihood of burning or scorching of food.
2. Reduce the flame if it is extending beyond
the bottom of the utensil. A flame that licks
along the sides of the utensil is potentially
dangerous.
3. Reduce the flame height, to the minimum
level necessary, to perform the desired
cooking process. Remember that food
cooks just as quickly at a gentle boil as it
does at a vigorous, rolling boil. Maintaining
a higher boil than is necessary wastes
energy, cooks away moisture, and causes
a toss in food flavor and nutrient level.
Porcelain..
Burner Cap
Base Brass
Burner /Burner Ring
Ignitor
Sealed Burner Assembly
Using the Simmer Plate
The Simmer Plate has been specifically
designed for simmering and holding food at the
lowest safe temperature. The Simmer Plate
is to be used by setting the burner to its
lowest settinq. The Simmer Plate has been
specifically designed for simmering only.
The Simmer Plate must be removed when
cooking.
To install your Simmer Plate locate the five feet
on the bottom, align with the five longest fingers
on the cooktop grate then set the plate on top of
the grate. When correctly installed, the Simmer
Plate will rest about 1/2 inch above the top
surface of the grate and will be locked in place
to prevent turning.
Your Simmer Plate has a non-stick coating for
easy cleaning. Take care in using abrasives on
the non-stick coating, as it will scratch. Some
wearing may occur on top of the Simmer Plate
offset fingers, this is normal with use.
_ NOTE:
Non-stick coatings if used at high
temperatures can be harmful to birds. Avoid
keeping pets (birds) in your kitchen during
cooking.
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Plate
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Simmer Plate
_] WARNING:
To avoid electrical shock or burns, turn off
aimcontrols and ensure the cooktop is cool
before cleaning.
[_} IMPORTANT:
Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning
agents, waxes, polishes, or commercial
cooktop cleaners to clean the cooktop.
Read and follow the CARE AND CLEANING
INSTRUCTIONS to ensure that proper cooktop
operation and appearance wilt be maintained
throughout the lifetime of the product. Several
materials and finishes are used in the
cooktop. Each material and finish must be
properly cleaned according to the following
recommendations. Failure to follow these
recommendations may result in permanent
damage to the cooktop. JI
[_ WARNINGS:
1. Before cleaning the cooktop, ensure
that all burners are turned off and that
amlcomponents are cool enough to
safely touch.
2. After cleaning, reassemble all
components before attempting to
operate the cooktop.
Proper cleaning is necessary to maintain
cooktop performance and appearance, while
also ensuring safe operation. The cleaning
effort necessary to maintain the cooktop varies
according to the type and amount of cooking.
For example, more frequent cleaning is required
if the cooktop is used often for frying or other
high temperature operations.
Clean the cooktop thoroughly prior to operating
it the first time. For initial and everyday cleaning,
use a soft cloth or sponge lightly dampened with
a solution of warm water and hand dishwashing
liquid to clean all components.
_} IMPORTANT:
1. To keep the cooktop looking its best,
clean it after every use as soon as all
components are cool enough to safely
touch. Also, quickmy wipe up spills that
occur while cooking, being careful
not to touch any hot areas. Spills that
remain on hot burner components will
be very difficult to clean, especially if
allowed to burn on. Spills of certain
foods, such as tomatoes, citrus
juices, vinegar, alcohol, and milk, are
very harmful if allowed to stand for
any length of time. Therefore, save
time while also maintaining a new
appearance by cleaning regularly and
shortly after spills occur.
2. Use the mildest cleaner or procedure
available to perform the cleaning
operation.
3. Use onmy a sponge, soft cloth, fibrous
or plastic brush, and nylon pad for
cleaning. Avoid the use of abrasive
cleaners such as steemwool.
4. Always dry components completely
before using the cooktop.
5. The use of brand names is intended
only to indicate a type of cleaning
agent or cleaning implement. Al!
products listed by name must be used
in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations. Use of a brand name
does not constitute an endorsement,
nor does omission of a particular brand
imply that a product is inferior.
Recommendations for cleaning specific cooktop
components are summarized below:
[_ IMPORTANT:
The grates, burner caps, and spill-over
areas on the cooktop, unmike other porcelain
enamem appliances in your home, are
exposed to extremely high temperatures
in a matter of seconds. In addition to
this extreme thermal shock, the grates
are subjected to mechanical shock when
utensils are placed on or slid across them.
Finally, spillovers introduce foods with high
acidity to all of the porcelain components.
Due to these severe oDeratinaconditions_
all_orcelain enamel components on the
cooktoD will underao an inevitable chanue
inappearance with use. Meticulous care
and cleaning will slow but not eliminate this
natural and expected aging process.
Treating the porcelain components with care will
slow the natural deterioration that takes place
with cooktop use. Please follow these guidelines
to keep the porcelain parts looking their best:
1. Do not use utensils having rough bottoms,
as this can result in permanent damage
to the top surfaces of the porcelainized
grates.
2. Do not drop utensils onto the grates or
drag heavy pots across the tops of the
grates.