Epic EER238W User manual

EER238W
Cod:0040307286

To avoid the possibility of child entrapment, please take the following precautions before discarding your old
electric range
Important Safety Information
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SUFFOCATION HAZARD AND RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
• It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your appliance be provided.
• Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard or
explosion. Never use or store gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids inside or in the proximity
of this appliance, failing to do so may result in a fire hazard or explosion.
• Before cleaning or servicing this appliance, unplug the appliance completely from the electrical
outlet. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or death.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically recom-
mended in this Manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified Service Technician.
DANGER!
Remove the oven door completely from the electric range.
Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the electric range.
BEFORE FIRST USE
It is very important that you review this Owner’s Manual very carefully before you plug in or use
your new appliance.
Your appliance must be correctly installed as detailed in this Manual in order to avoid the
risk of fire, electrical shock or injury.
WARNING!
• For your safety, this appliance should never be used as a source of heat or space heating.
The stove top elements should not be operated without proper cookware.
• All openings in the wall behind the appliance and floor under the appliance shall be sealed.
• Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapors.
• Do not obstruct the flow of ventilation air around the appliance.
• Always disconnect the electrical supply to the appliance before servicing.
• When removing appliance for cleaning and/or service:
• Disconnect AC power supply.
• Carefully remove the range by pulling backwards
CAUTION!
• Do not abuse the oven door (e.g. standing, sitting, or leaning on them). This can result in potential
hazards and /or injury.
• It is important for the appliance to be level in order to work properly.
• Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the appliance.
• Your range must be wired and fused to meet the requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code. Please
consult your local electrical authority for further details.
• Replacement Parts – Only authorized replacement parts may be used in performing service on
the range. For replacement parts contact us at [email protected].

Temperature limiting 6" coil elements (2)
Temperature limiting 8" coil elements (2)
15.

NOTICE: Before you use this range for the first time: The heating elements have a protective
coating, which must be burned off before use. To do this, open the oven door and set the
temperature control knob to 450°F. Turn the function selector to the Bake element and the Broil
element separately to approximately 15 minutes. It is important to ensure adequate ventilation
during this period. The burners also have a protective coating, which must be burned off before use.
To do this, set the burner selector to the maximum setting 5 minutes. It is important to ensure
adequate ventilation. Switch off the burners and allow cooling completely.
IMPORTANT: This range is designed and manufactured solely for the cooking of domestic
(household) food and is not suitable for any non domestic application and therefore should not be
used in a commercial environment. The range warranty will be void if the range is used within a non
domestic environment i.e. a semi commercial, commercial or communal environment
Installation Instructions
Important Precautions and Recommendations
Carefully unpack the and ensure there is no damage to the oven, cooktop or structure and that the
oven door opens and closes properly. Remove all packing materials Packing elements (i.e. plastic
bags, polystyrene foam, packing straps, etc.) and keep out of reach of children to prevent possible
serious injury. The range has been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as
with any appliance, there are specific installation and safety precautions that must be followed to
ensure safe and satisfactory operation.
• Do not attempt to modify the technical characteristics of the appliance as this may become dangerous
to use.
• Do not carry out cleaning or maintenance operations on the appliance without having
previously disconnected it from the electric power supply.
• After use, ensure that the knobs are in “OFF” position.
DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE BAREFOOTED.
• Keep children away from the range when it is in use.
• Fire Risk! Do not store flammable materials in the oven or in the bottom drawer.
• Fire Risk! Do not attempt to dry clothing or any other type of textile in the oven or in the bottom
drawer.
• Make sure that electrical cables connecting other appliances in the proximity of the range cannot
come into contact with the elements on the cooktop or caught in the oven door.
•DO NOT line the oven walls or oven bottom, racks or drip bowls with aluminum foil
•Do not place shelves, pans, backing trays, broil tray or other cooking utensils on the bottom of
the oven chamber. Always place on an oven shelf.
• The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or damage to property caused by
incorrect or improper use of the range.
• Burn Hazard! The oven and cooking accessories may become very hot during and after use. Make
sure children are kept out of reach and warn them accordingly. To avoid burns use clothes and gloves
when handling hot parts or utensils.
• Stand away from the range when opening the oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes can cause
burns to hands, face, and/or eyes.
• Never clean the oven with any high-pressure steam cleaning devices.
•CAUTION: DO NOT cover the oven vent located underneath the rear 8" burner with aluminum foil
or any other material.
• When disposing of this appliance, or any old appliance, remove the door before disposal to prevent
any possibility of entrapment, suffocation or injury.
• Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires - Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam type
extinguisher.

• Use Proper Pan Size - This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different size.
Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element. The use of
undersized utensils will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in
ignition of clothing.
• Never leave surface units unattended at high heat settings as boil overs can cause smoke and grease
spillovers may cause a fire resulting in damage or injury.
• Please ensure drip bowls are in place during use. Damage to the wiring or components underneath
the cooktop may result if incorrectly installed.
•Protective Liners - Do not use aluminum foil to line surface unit drip bowls or oven bottoms,
except as suggested in the manual.
• Glazed Cooking Utensils - Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or
other glazed utensils are suitable for range top service without breaking due to sudden change
in temperature.
• Utensil Handles Should Be turned Inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units – To
minimize burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with
the utensil, the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does
not extend over adjacent surface units.
• Do Not Soak Removable Heating Elements – Heating elements should never be immersed in
water.
• Do Not Cook on Broken Cook-top – If cook-top should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers
may penetrate the broken cook-top and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified
technician immediately.
• Clean Cook-top With Caution – If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking
area, be careful to avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot
surface
• Use Care When Opening Door – Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food.
• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers – Build-up of pressure may cause container to burst and
resultin injury.
• Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed.
• Placement of Oven Racks – Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack must
be moved while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven.
• Do Not Touch Surface Units, Heating Elements, Interior Surfaces of Oven - Surface units and heating
elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. Area near surface and interior surf aces of an
oven become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other
flammable materials contact surface units, areas near units 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 and surfaces near these openings, oven doors, and
window of oven doors.
*** THIS APPLIANCE IS APPROVED FOR INDOOR USE ONLY ***
Installation Instructions

Dimensions

Installation Dimensions Guide

•It is the installer’s complete responsibility to comply with installation clearances specified in
the manual.
The Minimum Cabinet opening dimensions/clearances shown must be used. The minimum
spacings must be maintained between the appliance cooking surface and the horizontal surface
above the cooking top.
• 30 inches (65cm) is the minimum clearance between the top of the cooking surface and the
bottom of an unprotected wood or metal cabinet
• To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surface units, cabinet storage locat-
ed above the cooktop surface should be avoided. If cabinet storage is to be provided, the risk can
be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 inches beyond
the bottom of the cabinets.
• To level your electric range, adjust the leveling legs at the bottom of the unit.
• Avoid locating the unit in moist areas as this may result in the risk of electrical shock.
• The range may only be connected using the certified Power Cord and Plug supplied with this
Electric Range. This range is equipped with a CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to
be plugged into a standard 14-50R wall receptacle. Be sure the wall receptacle is within reach of
range’s final location.
• The range must be connected to the proper electrical voltage and frequency as specified on
the rating label.
• For personal safety, the range must be properly grounded.
• Disconnect ALL Power to the Electric Range at the electrical panel before beginning installation.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the appliance unless it is specifically recom-
mended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
• To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from Power Supply be-
fore attempting any Service, Cleaning or Maintenance
Installation Instructions
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
It is recommended that the power cord and plug be
place parallel with the floor so that the cord runs
parallel with the floor.
NOTE: Turning the appliance off does not disconnect the appliance from power supply. Only a
qualified Service Technician should service your appliance
WARNING: Improper grounding can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is
damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Service Centre or Certified Electrician

Installation Instructions
The range must be level to operate safely and properly. There are four
leveling legs located at the corners on the bottom of the range. The
legs are easily adjusted by tuning them clockwise or counter clockwise.
Leveling the Range
Anti-tip Bracket
The range will not tip during normal use. However, the range can tip
if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the
anti-tip bracket fastened down properly. To reduce the risk of
tipping the appliance, the appliance must be secured by properly
installing the Anti-tip bracket included with your Marathon range.
WARNING
•A child or adult can tip the range and be killed or seriously injured.
•Install the Anti-tip bracket to the range and structure per installation
instructions.
•Engage the range to the Anti-tip bracket installed on the structure.
•Re-engage the anti-tip bracket if the range is removed.
•Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns
to children and adults.
TIP OVER HAZARD
Installing the Anti-tip Bracket
To reduce the risk of the range tipping by abnormal usage or improper door loading, the range must be
secured by installing the anti-tip bracket included with this appliance.
•The Anti-tip bracket can be installed on either the right or left back leg. Place the anti-tip bracket
on the floor as shown below.
•Make the locations of 2 holes of ant-tip bracket on the floor.
•Use a 5/16” masonry drill bit and insert plastic anchor. (not supplied)
•Secure bracket to floor using screws supplied.
•Slide the range back into place so that the rear foot is under
the anti-tip device
Rear foot of range

Operating the Range
OVEN RACKS
The oven racks (2) are adjustable and are designed with
stop-locks so that when placed correctly on the rack
supporters, they will stop before coming completely out
placing food on them.
oven, pull it towards you, tilt the front end upward and pull it out.
Using the Oven
OVEN THERMOSTAT
This sets the cooking temperature. Rotate the oven thermostat
knob clockwise until the required temperature is reached (From
WARM/200°F to 500°F).
To switch o the oven turn the thermostat control to the “OFF”
setting position and turn the Oven function selector to “OFF”
Temperature in °F Temperature in °C
200 93
250 121
300 149
350 177
400 204
450 232
500 260
SETTING THE TEMPERATURE
Once you have selected either “BAKE” or “BROIL” using the oven function selector, rotate and adjust the
oven thermostat dial clockwise to your desired temperature.
Temperature Conversion Chart
When placing cookware on the rack, pull the rack out to the bump on the rack support. Place
from the oven and will not tilt when removing food from or
the cookware on the rack, then slide the rack back into the oven. To remove the rack from the

Cooking mode
“BAKE”
For best baking results, use the following steps:
1. Place the rack in the correct position, before turning the oven to the "BAKE" setting.
2. Turn the oven function selector knob to the “BAKE” position.
3. Turn the thermostat control knob to the desired temperature and allow oven to pre-heat.
4. The oven temperature light will illuminate while pre-heating, then the light will turn off when the
desired temperature is reached. For best baking results wait until the oven has fully preheated
before inserting food.
5. Check food at minimum time on the recipe to see if food has been cooked to your preference.
Cook longer if necessary.
6. When baking is completed, turn the function selector knob and thermostat control knob to the
“OFF” position, open door fully and remove the food.
For best cooking results, always remember that hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven so that
even heat reaches all parts of the oven. Therefore, place the pans in the center of oven and allow at least
2” space between pan and the surface of cavity.
Always remember that when the oven is hot, outside surfaces of the range get hot.
“BROIL”
Your Marathon deluxe 24” range has the unique feature of variable “BROIL” heat providing increased flexibility
when broiling.
When broiling, only the upper element is switched “ON”. Use with the oven door closed and the note that
the thermostat can be set from 200 to 500°F even on “BROIL” setting.
For best broiling results, use the following steps:
1. Place the meat on the broil grid in broiler pan (sold separately) - Always use a slotted or angled broil
pan so that the fat drips into the broiler pan, otherwise the juices may catch on fire. Do not broil with
out using the broiler pan.
2. Position the broiler pan on the second rack position from the top.
3. Turn the oven function selector knob to the “BROIL” position.
4. Turn the oven thermostat control knob to the desired broil temperature.
5. The upper heat element will preheat and cycle "ON" and "OFF" to maintain the selected
temperature. For best broiling results wait until the broiler has fully preheated and the oven
thermostat light has turned off. Turn food over about halfway through the broiling time.
Always broil with the oven door closed.
6. When broiling is completed, turn the oven function selector knob and thermostat control knob to
the ’’OFF’’ position, open door fully and remove the food
*** WARNING***
CAUTION: The oven door becomes very hot during operation. Keep children well out of reach and use
the oven handle at all times.
IMPORTANT: Always use suitable protective gloves when inserting/removing the broiler pan, shelves,
pans and other cooking utensils from the oven.
Operating the Range

PLEASE NOTE THIS RANGE IS EQUIPPED WITH TEMPERATURE LIMITING ELEMENTS TO PREVENT
THE COOKTOP FROM GETTING TOO HOT.

Your Marathon deluxe 24'' range is engineered for years of cooking enjoyment but must also be cleaned
regularly to ensure cooking performance.

LIFT-UP COOKTOP
Your Marathon deluxe range has one piece upswept lift up
cooktop for easy clean ups underneath the cooktop for spills
etc. As always, ensure the range is unplugged from the
power outlet before cleaning
Care and Maintenance
• Open the oven door to the first position
• Using your thumbs, push in the cooktop locking tabs on
both sides and gently lift up one side at a time
• After lifting up the cooktop high enough, set the
support rod into place as shown.
• Leave the cooktop on the tip of support rod.
To clean the enamel surface underneath the cooktop, use warm
soapy water and scrub pad for heavily soiled areas.
CAUTION: Please make sure the range is unplugged
before cleaning underneath the cooktop. Take care not to
hit the support rod when propped up as this may result in
damage or personal injury if the cooktop falls. Do not use
water or cleaner on the electrical wires or surface element
receptacles.
•To lower the cooktop, lift the cooktop holding from
the front edge. Replace the support rod to its previous
place. Lower the cooktop in its place. During replacement
of the cooktop, be sure that the front edge of cooktop
covers the upper edge of control panel. Once lowered,
push downward and the locking tabs will secure the
cooktop back into place.
Locking tabs

CLEANING THE OVEN
The oven interior of your Marathon range is a durable porcelain enamel finish that will last for many years
if properly maintained and cleaned regularly.
To make cleaning the oven easier, it is possible to easily remove the oven door as follows:
Open the door
to the full extent
Engage the retaining
clips to both hinges
(Left and Right)
Gently raise the door
upward (towards the closed
position to withdraw the
lower hinge pins from their
position)
Rest the door face down
on a soft but sturdy
surface.
* To re-install the door, repeat the steps above in reverse order.
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Step 4
CLEANING PAINTED SURFACES
ONLY use warm soapy water or a warm water/vinegar combination for all painted surfaces including .
For heavy baked on spillovers, a spray on oven cleaner can be used. Never use a spray on oven cleaner
on the elements, glass door, backguard or controls of your Marathon range
Care and Maintenance

REMOVABLE STORAGE DRAWER
For cleaning, you can remove the drawer by pulling it out until the
stop point and lifting it up.
Never store any flammable material in the drawer.
REPLACING THE OVEN LIGHT
Before any maintenance is started involving electrical parts of the appliance, it must be disconnected from
the power supply.
•Let the oven cavity cool down completely
•Switch o the electric supply.
•Remove the protective cover.
•Unscrew and replace the bulb with a new one suitable for high temperature (300°C ~ 570°C) having
the same specifications: 240V 60Hz, 25W, G9 Base.
•Replace the protective cover.
NOTE: Please note the oven light turns on, and stays on when using the "BAKE" or "BROIL" functions.
Oven bulb replacement is not covered under warranty
CLEANING THE INSIDE OF THE OVEN DOOR
In the event food or liquid falls in between the glass oven door panels,
remove the door, unscrew and unfasten the plastic latch that is in the
corner at the top of the door. Next take out the glass from the second
blocking mechanism and remove. After cleaning, insert and block the
glass panel and screw in the blocking mechanism
Care and Maintenance

TROUBLESHOOTING
If the malfunction shows again, contact the Service Center. Please have your model number and
information from the rating plate ready. For any Questions or concerns, please contact us at
[email protected] or visit us at www.stirlingmarathon.com
Problem Possible Causes
•You must use pans that are absolutely flat.
•Pan bottoms should closely match the diameter of the surface unit selected.
•Check element first, if still not working contact Stirling Marathon
Foods cook slowly in oven •Improper cookware being used. If using Bake or Broil, wait until oven has fully
pre-heated and the indicator light has turned off before inserting food into the oven
•You have blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker.
•The surface units are not plugged in all the way.
•Replace surface element. If still not functioning contact Stirling Marathon.
•You have not set the control knobs correctly.
•If it is a surface unit control knob, you are not pushing in before turning.
•If it is oven control knob, you are turning the knob to wrong direction.
•Light bulb is loose or defective.
•Oven light only works when you are using the Bake or Broil functions. Light will
stay on until Bake or Broil function turned OFF.
•Switch operating oven light is broken.
•You have blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker.
•You have note set the oven function knob to Bake or Broil. Once selected, turn
thermostat knob to desired cooking temperature.
•The oven control knob is not set to Broil.
•Improper rack position being used.
•Cookware is not suited for broiling.
•Broil temperature is not set high enough
•The oven control knob is not set to BAKE or temperature has not been set
•Rack position is incorrect.
•Oven has not fully pre-heated. Set oven temperature and wait until the thermostat
indicator light has turned off before inserting food into the oven
•Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used.
•Oven thermostat is defective. Contact Stirling Marathon for service.
••This electric range is equipped with cooking temperature limiting/regulating elements
For safety reasons, the element regulator protects from getting too hot. It is normal for
the elements to cycle on and off to regulate the temperature.
The element may cycle off if:
- the pan bottom is not flat on the elemen
- the pan is placed off-cente
-there is no pan on the elemen
Surface element(s)
do not operate
Food does not broil properly
Surface elements will not maintain a
rolling boil or frying rate is not fast
enough
Faulty surface element or
control.
Cooktop elements are taking too long to
boil water or not getting hot enough
Oven does not work
Control knobs will not turn
Oven light does not work
Food does not bake
properly

V.09/2021
1 Year Limited Warranty
When operated and maintained according to the instructions in the Use & Care Guide, Epic a registered trademark of Stirling Marathon Limited
agrees to repair or replace this product for 1 year from the date of original purchase and/or agrees to pay for parts and service/labour required to
correct defects in materials or workmanship. Any Service must be approved and provided by an Authorized Stirling Marathon Service provider.
YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AT THE SOLE
DISCRETION OF STIRLING MARATHON LIMITED AS PROVIDED HEREIN. This limited warranty is valid only in Canada and the Continental
United States with proof of original purchase and confirmed warranty registration.
Carry-In: The original purchaser must deliver or ship the defective product to an authorized Stirling Marathon Service present
a copy of the original bill of sale or Warranty Registration Confirmation.
In-Home: Contact Authorized Service Center and provide a copy of the Original bill of sale or Warranty Registration Card. If
you are in a remote area or the closest Authorized Service Center is further than 100 km (60 miles), you will be required to
deliver the appliance to the closest Service Center at your expense.
Stirling Marathon is not responsible or liable for any spoilage or damage to food or other contents of this appliance, whether
due to any defect of the appliance, or its use, whether proper or improper.
•Damages due to shipping or improper installation.
•Damages due to misuse or abuse.
•Content losses due to failure of the unit.
•Commercial or Rental Use Limited to 90 days Parts & Labour.
•Plastic parts such as door bins, panels, door shelves, racks, light bulbs, etc.
•Punctures to the evaporator system due to improper defrosting of the unit.
•Service or Repair by a unauthorized service technicians.
•Service calls that do not involve defects in material and workmanship such as instruction on the proper use of the product, door reversal or improper
installation.
•Replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
•Delivery costs incurred as the result of a unit that fails.
•Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your appliance is located in a remote area where service by an unauthorized service
technician is not available.
•The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is not installed correctly or is in a inaccessible location, as per the published installation
instructions.
•Liability under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement or refund. If a replacement unit is not available or the unit cannot be repaired, liability is
limited to the actual.
•Purchase price paid by the consumer.
•This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and does not extend to any subsequent owner(s) and is non-transferable.
•No warranty or insurance herein contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by any of the following:
accident, alteration, abuse or misuse of the appliance such as inadequate air circulation in the room or abnormal operating conditions (extremely high
or low room temperature).
•Use for commercial or industrial purposes (i.e. If the appliance is not installed in a domestic residence). Fire, water damage, theft, war, riot, hostility,
acts of God such as hurricanes, floods etc.
•Service calls resulting in customer education.
•lmproper installation (ie. Building-in of a free-standing appliance or using an appliance outdoors that is not approved for outdoor application).
How to Obtain Service
Items Excluded from Warranty
For Service or Assistance please contact us at:
[email protected] or visit us at www.stirlingmarathon.com.