Frigidaire FGF354BGWC User manual

P/N 316000271 (9801)
Contents
Product Registration.......................................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................... 3-4
Grounding Instructions ..................................................................................... 4
Control Pad Functions ....................................................................................... 5
Setting the Clock and Minute Timer................................................................... 6
Flame Size ........................................................................................................ 7
Proper Burner Adjustments ............................................................................... 7
Surface Burners ................................................................................................. 7
Setting Surface Controls .................................................................................... 8
Before Setting Warmer Drawer Controls ............................................................ 9
Setting Warmer Drawer Controls .....................................................................10
Before Setting Oven Controls............................................................................11
Setting Oven Controls ................................................................................ 11-13
Oven Cleaning ........................................................................................... 14-15
General Cleaning ....................................................................................... 16-18
Changing Cooktop and/or Oven Lights .............................................................19
Adjusting Oven Temperature ............................................................................20
Avoid Service Checklist .....................................................................................21

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© 1998 White Consolidated Industries
All rights reserved
Thank you for choosing this appliance. The information contained within this
Owners Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your
range.Please readthrough theinformation containedin yourliterature packto learn
more about your new appliance.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Recordin thespaceprovidedbelowthemodelandserialnumbersfoundontheright
side of the oven front frame in the storage compartment or on the oven floor shield.
Model Number: _________________________________________
Serial Number: __________________________________________
Date of Purchase:________________________________________
Product Registration
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT
REGISTRATION CARD should be
filled in completely, signed and
returned to Frigidaire Company.
This Owners Guide contains general
operating instructions for your range and
feature information for several models.
Yourrange maynothaveall thedescribed
features.
Note: The instructions appearing in this
Owners Guide are not meant to cover
everypossible conditionandsituationthat
may occur. Common sense and caution
must be practiced when installing,
operatingand maintaining anyappliance.
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P. O. Box 9061
Dublin, Ohio 43017-0961
If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
 WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
 Do not try to light any appliance.
 Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone
in your building.
 Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors
phone. Follow the gas suppliers instructions.
 If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
 Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, servicer or the gas supplier.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may
cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may
cause bodily injury or property damage.
Do not store items of interest to children in the
cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range.
Children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously
injured.
Storage in or on ApplianceFlammable materials should not
be stored in an oven, near surface burners or in the storage
drawer (if equipped). This includes paper, plastic and cloth items,
such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flammable
liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans on or near the
range.Flammable materialsmay explode andresult infireor property
damage.
Do not leave children alone. Children should not be left alone
or unattended in the area where an appliance is in use. They
should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS, AREAS NEAR THESE
BURNERS, OVEN BURNER OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE
OVEN. Areas near surface burners may become hot enough to cause
burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other
flammable materials touch these areas until they have had sufficient
time to cool. Among these areas are the cooktop, surfaces facing the
cooktop, the oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings,
oven door and window.
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.
Neveruse your applianceforwarmingor heating
the room.
Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease FiresSmother the fire
with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry chemical or foam-
type extinguisher.
When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or grease may
catch fire if allowed to become too hot.
Use Only Dry PotholdersMoist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let the
potholders touch the flame or burners. Do not use a towel or other
bulky cloth instead of a potholder.
DoNotHeat UnopenedFoodContainersBuild-upof pressure
may cause the container to burst and result in injury.
Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to be
stored or discarded.
IMPORTANTDo not attempt to operate the oven during a
power failure. If the power fails, always turn the oven control
to off. Once the power resumes, reset the clock and oven functions.
Cold temperatures can damage the electronic
control. When using the appliance for the first time, or when the
appliance has not been used for an extended period of time, be certain
the unit has been in temperatures above 32°F for at least 3 hours
before turning on the power to the appliance.
This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.
Here is a brief explanation of the use of these symbols.
Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using the range.
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the
range. Never allow children to play with packaging material.
Proper InstallationBe sure your appliance is properly
installedandgrounded bya qualifiedtechnicianinaccordance
with the National Gas Code ANSI Z223.1latest edition, or in
Canada CAN/CGA B149.1, and CAN/CGA B149.2, and the
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70latest edition, or
in Canada CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code,
Part 1, and local code requirements. Install only per installation
instructions provided in the literature package for this range.
Askyourdealerto recommend aqualified technician andan authorized
repair service. Know how to disconnect the electrical power to the
range at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency.
User Servicing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 to
reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the range.
Nevermodify oralterthe constructionof a rangeby removing
leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip brackets/screws, or
any other part of the product.
Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or
drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and may
also cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to climb or
play around the range. The weight of a child on an open door may
cause the range to tip, resulting in serious burns or other injury.
Do not use the oven or warmer drawer (if
equipped) for storage.
TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF TIPPING OF THE
RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE
SECURED BY PROPERLY
INSTALLED ANTI-TIP
BRACKET(S) PROVIDED WITH
THE RANGE. TO CHECK IF THE
BRACKET(S) IS INSTALLED
PROPERLY, REMOVE THE
LOWER PANEL OR STORAGE
DRAWER AND VERIFY THAT
THE ANTI-TIP BRACKET(S) IS
ENGAGED. REFER TO THE
INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS
FOR PROPER ANTI-TIP
BRACKET(S) INSTALLATION.
ALL RANGES
CAN TIP.
INJURY TO
PERSONS
COULD
RESULT.
INSTALL ANTI-
TIP DEVICE
PACKED
WITH RANGE.
SEE
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS.

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Grounding Instructions
(electric ignition models only)
This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong
grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and
shouldbeplugged directlyintoa properlygrounded receptacle.
DO NOT cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.
For personal safety, the range must be properly grounded. For
maximum safety, the power cord must be plugged into an
electricaloutletthatiscorrectlypolarizedandproperlygrounded.
If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the only available outlet, it is the
personal responsibility of the consumer to have it replaced with
a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed by a
qualified electrician.
Do not under any circumstances
cut or remove the 3rd round
groundingprongfromthepower
cord plug. Do not operate the
range using a 2-prong adapter
or an extension cord. See the
Installation Instructions
packaged with this range for
complete installation and
grounding instructions.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
COOKTOP
Know which knob controls each surface heating unit.
Use Proper Flame SizeAdjust flame size so it does
not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The use of undersized
utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to direct contact and
may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to
flame will also improve efficiency.
Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend
Over Adjacent Surface BurnersTo reduce the risk of burns,
ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional
contact with the utensil, the handle of the utensil should be
positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over
adjacent surface burners.
Never Leave Surface Burners Unattended at High Settings
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite, or a
pan that has boiled dry may melt.
Protective LinersDo not use aluminum foil to line the surface
burner pans, the oven bottom or any other part of the range. Only
use aluminum foil as recommended for baking if used as a cover
placed on the food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum
foil may interfere with heat and air distribution, and combustion.
Damage to the range or personal injury may result.
Glazed Cooking UtensilsOnly certain types of glass, glass/
ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable
for rangetop service without breaking due to the sudden change in
temperature. Check the manufacturer's recommendations for
rangetop use.
Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner Covers.If a burner is
accidentally turned on, the decorative cover will become hot and
possibly melt. You will not be able to see that the burner is on. Burns
will occur if the hot covers are touched. Damage may also be done
to the cooktop or burners because the covers may cause overheating.
Air will be blocked from the burner and cause combustion problems.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
OVEN
Use Care When Opening DoorStand to the side of the range
when opening the door of a hot oven. Let hot air or steam escape
before you remove or replace food in the oven.
Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven is vented below
the backguard. Touching the surfaces in this area when the oven is
operating may cause severe burns. Also, do not place plastic or heat-
sensitive items on or near the oven vent. These items could melt or
ignite.
Placement of Oven Racks. Always place oven racks in desired
location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot,
use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack with both
hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the oven burner
flame or interior of the oven. Remove all utensils from the rack before
removing rack.
Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan
and grid allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the high
heat of the broiler.
Do not cover the broiler grid with aluminum foil. Exposed fat
and grease could ignite.
Do not touch a hot light bulb (some models) with a damp
cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Disconnect the
range or turn off the power to the range before removing and
replacing light bulb.
IMPORTANTINSTRUCTIONSFORCLEANINGYOUR
RANGE
Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that
could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath
each surface burner. Exhaust fan ventilation hoods and grease filters
should be kept clean. Do not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy
deposits in the fan could catch fire. Refer to the hood manufacturer's
instructions for cleaning.
Kitchen cleaners/aerosolsAlways follow the manufacturer's
recommended directions for use. Be aware that excess residue from
cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and/or injury.
SELF-CLEANING OVENS:
Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts of the oven
listed in this owner's guide. Before self-cleaning the oven, remove
the broiler pan and any utensils stored in the oven.
Do not clean the oven door gasket. The door gasket is essential
for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move
the gasket.
Do not use oven cleaners. No oven cleaner or oven liner protective
coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

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Control Pad Functions
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN.
For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various functions of the oven as described below. Your model will
have one of the 2 controls shown. Refer to Figure 1 or Figure 2, depending on your model.
The oven can be programmed to:
 Bake normally
 Time bake (Figure 2 Only)
 Vari Broil
 Self-clean
START PADPush to activate
oven after oven functions are
set.
START INDICATOR LIGHT
Flashesas aremindertopushthe
START pad toactivate theoven.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
KNOB Operates the Variable
Broil,BakeorSelf-CleanCyclemodes
when used with the START pad.
Cancelsall oven functions when
the Temperature Control knob is
turned to OFF.
OVEN
INDICATOR
LIGHTGlows
eachtimetheoven
burner (element)
turns on to
maintain the set
oventemperature.
PRE-HEAT & LOCK LIGHTSThe "PRE-HEAT" light will glow
when the oven is first set to operate, or if the desired temperature
is reset higher than the actual oven temperature. The "LOCK" light
will flash until the door locks (or unlocks fully) when the self-clean
cycle is in use. It glows constantly after the door locks.
FEATURE INDICATOR LIGHTS
These light to show which feature is
in use.
STOP TIME PAD Used to set the
desired stop time for baking. Can be
used with BAKE TIME to program a
delayed bake cycle.
BAKE TIME PAD Used to enter the
length of the baking time.
CLOCK PAD Used to set the time
of day clock.
TIMER ON/OFF PAD Used to set the
minute timer. The minute timer does not
start or stop cooking.
UP and DOWN ARROW
PADSUsed alongwiththe
function pads to select
cooking time, stop time
(when programming an
automatic stop time), time
ofday andminute timer,and
self-clean function.
Figure 2
OVEN
INDICATOR
LIGHTGlows
eachtimetheoven
burner (element)
turns on to
maintain the set
oventemperature.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
KNOB Operates the Variable
Broil,BakeorSelf-CleanCyclemodes
when used with the START pad.
Cancelsall oven functions when
the Temperature Control knob is
turned to OFF.
PRE-HEAT & LOCK LIGHTSThe "PRE-HEAT" light will glow
when the oven is first set to operate, or if the desired temperature
is reset higher than the actual oven temperature. The "LOCK" light
will flash until the door locks (or unlocks fully) when the self-clean
cycle is in use. It glows constantly after the door locks.
STARTPADPushtoactivateovenafter
oven functions are set.
START INDICATOR LIGHTFlashes as
a reminder to push the START pad to
activate the oven.
Figure 1

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Setting the Clock and
Minute Timer
(if equipped)
Figure 2 Only
To Set the Clock (Figure 2 Only)
When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has been
interrupted, the display will flash "12:00".
1. Push CLOCK.
2. Within5seconds,pushandhold theUP or DOWN ARROW untilthecorrecttime
of day appears in the display.
Note: The clock cannot be changed during any timed bake or self-clean cycle.
To Set the Minute Timer
1. Push TIMER ON/OFF.
2. Push the UP ARROW to increase the time in one minute increments. Push and
hold the UP ARROW to increase the time in 10 minute increments. The timer can
be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes.
Note: If you push the DOWN ARROW first, the timer will advance to 11 hours
and 59 minutes.
3. The display shows the timer count down in minutes until one minute remains.
Then the display will count down in seconds.
4. When the set time has run out, the timer will beep 3 times. It will then continue
to beep 3 times every 60 seconds until TIMER ON/OFF is pushed.
Note: The minute timer does not start or stop cooking. It serves as an extra timer
in the kitchen that will beep when the set time has run out. The minute timer can
be used alone or during any of the other oven functions. When the minute timer is
in use with any other mode, the minute timer will be shown in the display. To view
other functions, push the function pad for that mode.
To Change the Minute Timer while it is in use:
While the timer is active and shows in the display, push and hold the UP or DOWN
ARROW to increase or decrease the time.
To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out:
Push TIMER ON/OFF.
For a silent control panel
(Figure 2 Only):
When choosing a function, a beep will be
heardeachtimeapad ispushed.Ifdesired,
thecontrols canbe programmedforsilent
operation. Push and hold STOP TIME.
After 7 seconds, the control will beep
once. This will block the controls from
soundingwhena pad ispushed.To return
the sound, push and hold STOP TIME
again for 7 seconds until 1 beep is heard.
Note:Thecontrolwillreturntotheaudible
mode after a power outage.
Note: The oven function will not work if
the time of day clock is not set. (Figure 2
Only)

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For most cooking,start on the highest control setting and then turn to a lower
one to complete the process. Use the chart below as a guide for determining proper
flame size for various types of cooking. The size and type of utensil used and the
amount of food being cooked will influence the setting needed for cooking.
For deep fat frying,use a thermometer and adjust the surface control knob
accordingly. If the fat is too cool, the food will absorb the fat and be greasy. If the
fat is too hot, the food will brown so quickly that the center will be undercooked.
Do not attempt to deep fat fry too much food at once as the food will neither brown
nor cook properly.
*These settings are based on using medium-weight aluminum pans with
lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.
The color of the flame is the key to proper burner adjustment. A good flame is clear,
blue and hardly visible in a well-lighted room. Each cone of flame should be steady
and sharply defined. Adjust or clean burner if flame is yellow-orange. To clean
burner, see instructions under General Cleaning.
Your range is equipped with either 4 standard sized sealed burners or 2 standard
sizeed and 2 larger sized sealed burners. The amount and type of food being
prepared, and the size and type of utensils being used will determine the suitability
of the surface burner used.
Ifequippedthelarger surface burner isbestutilizedwhenbringinglargequantities
ofliquid totemperature,preparinglargerquantitiesoffood,orusinglarger,heavier
utensils.
Never extend the flame beyond the outer
edgeofthe utensil. Ahigherflame simply
wastes heat and energy, and increases
your risk of being burned by the flame.
Flame Size
Type of Cooking
Start most foods; bring water to a boil; pan broiling
Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces, gravies; steam
Keep foods cooking; poach; stew
*Flame Size
High Flame
Medium Flame
Low Flame
Proper Burner
Adjustments
Surface Burners

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Each burner lights automatically from an electric ignitor each time a control knob
is turned to the LITE position.
To operate the surface burner:
1. Place cooking utensil on burner.
2. Push in and turn the Surface Control knob to LITE. Note: All electronic ignitors
will click at the same time. However, only the burner you are turning on will
ignite.
3. Visually check that the burner has lit.
4. After the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired flame size. The
control knobs do not have to be set at a particular mark. Use the guides and
adjust the flame as needed. DO NOT cook with the control knob in the LITE
position. (The electronic ignitor will continue to click if left in the LITE position.)
In the event of an electrical power outage, the surface burners can be lit manually.
To light a surface burner, hold a lit match to the burner head, then slowly turn the
surface control knob to LITE. Use caution when lighting surface burners manually.
Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers,
spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it is in use.
These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wood spoons could catch
fire if placed too close to a flame.
Setting Surface Controls

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Upright Position Downward Position
Before Setting Warmer
Drawer Controls
(if equipped)
Arranging Warmer Drawer Rack Positions
Set the warmer drawer rack in the vertical position as shown below.
The rack can be used in 2 ways:
 In the upright position to allow low profile food items to be placed both under
and on top of the rack (for example, rolls or biscuits on top of the rack and a
casserole dish under).
 In the downward position to allow you to place light weight food items and
empty dishware (for example, rolls or pastries and dinner plates).

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Setting Warmer
Drawer Controls
To Operate the Warmer Drawer
Your range is equipped with a warmer drawer. The purpose of the warmer
drawer is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Always start with hot
food. It is not recommended to heat cold food in the warmer drawer.
All food placed in the warmer drawer should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil
to maintain quality. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt
onto the drawer and be very difficult to clean.
Useonlydishware, utensilsandcookware recommendedforoven useinthe warmer
drawer.
Always use potholders or ovenmitts when removing food from
the warmer drawer as cookware and plates will be hot.
Indicator Light
The indicator light is located below the thermostat control. It turns on when the
control is set, and stays on until the control is turned off. The warmer drawer is
inoperable during the self-clean cycle. The indicator light will not come on during
the self-clean cycle.
To Set the Thermostat Control
The thermostat control is used to select the temperature of the warmer drawer. It
is located on the control panel. To set the thermostat, push in and turn the knob to
the desired setting. The temperatures are approximate, and are designated by HI,
MED and LO.
1. Select the temperature setting.
2. For best results, preheat the drawer before adding food. An empty drawer will
preheat in approximately 15 minutes.
3. When done, turn the thermostat control to OFF.
Temperature Selection
Refer to the chart in the side column for recommended settings. If a particular food
is not listed, start with the medium setting. If more crispness is desired, remove the
lid or aluminum foil.
Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium setting.
When a combination of foods are to be kept warm (for instance, a meat with
2 vegetables and rolls), use the high setting.
Refrain from opening the warmer drawer while in use to eliminate loss of heat from
the drawer.
Warmer Drawer Recommended
Food Settings Chart
Food Item Setting
Roasts (Beef, Pork, Lamb) MED
Pork Chops HI
Bacon HI
Hamburger Patties HI
Poultry HI
Gravies MED
Casseroles MED
Eggs MED
Fried Foods HI
Vegetables MED
Pizza HI
Biscuits MED
Rolls, soft LO
Rolls, hard MED
Pastries MED
Empty Dinner Plates LO
Use the warmer drawer to keep hot
foods hot such as: vegetables, gravies,
meats, casseroles, biscuits and rolls,
pastries and heated dinner plates.