Frigidaire PLEFZ398GC User manual

p/n 316417045 Rev C (0807)
ES530 Control, Self-Cleaning Oven
with Ceramic Cooktop &
Warming Drawer
Electric
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Range Welcome..........................................2
Important Safety Instructions .....3-4
Features at a Glance ......................5
Before Setting Oven Controls .......6
Setting Surface Controls ......... 7-12
Surface Cooking...........................13
Warming Drawer Controls ...........14
Control Pad Features ...................15
Setting Oven Controls............ 16-29
Self Cleaning........................... 30-32
Adjusting Oven Temperature. 32-33
Care & Cleaning ..................... 33-36
Before You Call
Solutions to Common Problems ........................ 37
Warranty ......................... Back Page

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This Use & Care Manual contains general operating instructions for your range
and feature information for several models. Your range may not have all the
described features. The graphics shown are representational. The graphics on
your range may not look exactly like those shown.
© 2007 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
All rights reserved.
Welcome & Congratulations
Congratulations on your purchase of a new range! At Electrolux Home Products,
we are very proud of our product and are completely committed to providing you
with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our number one priority.
We know you’ll enjoy your new range and Thank You for choosing our product.
We hope you consider us for future purchases.
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model.
Use your range only as instructed in this manual. These instructions are not
meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common
sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining
any appliance.
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Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
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Serial plate location
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Important Safety Instructions
Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference.
This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.
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.
• Remove all tape and packaging 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
installed and grounded by a qualified technician in
accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/
NFPA No. 70 latest edition and local electrical code
requirements.Installonlyperinstallationinstructionsprovided
in the literature package for this range.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an
authorizedrepairservice.Know how to disconnect thepower
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. This may reduce the risk of personal
injury and damage to the range.
• Never modify or alter the construction of a range by
removing leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip
brackets/screws, or any other part of the product.
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
seriouslyinjured.
Stepping, leaning orsittingon the doors or
drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and
also cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to
climborplayaroundtherange.Theweightofachildonanopen
door may cause the range to tip, resulting in serious burns or
other injury.
Never Use Your Appliance for Warming or
Heating the Room.
• Storage in or on Appliance—Flammable materials
should not be stored in an oven, Warmer Drawer/Bake-
n-Warm™ Double Oven, near surface units or in the
storage drawer. This includes paper, plastic and cloth
items,suchas cookbooks, plasticware andtowels, aswellas
flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol
cans, on or near the range.
• Do Not Leave Children Alone—Children should not be
left alone or unattended in the area where appliance is
in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any
part of the appliance.
• DONOTTOUCHSURFACEUNITS,AREASNEARTHESE
UNITS,HEATINGELEMENTS OR INTERIORSURFACES
OFTHEOVENS.ALLsurfaceunitsandovenheatingelements
may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near
surfaceunitsmaybecomehotenoughtocauseburns.During
andafter use, donottouch, or let clothingorother flammable
materialstouchtheseareasuntiltheyhavehadsufficienttime
tocool. Among theseareasarethe cook top,surfacesfacing
thecooktop,theovenventopeningsand surfaces near these
openings,oven door and window.
• WearProperApparel—Loose-fittingorhanginggarments
should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not
letclothingorotherflammablematerialscontacthotsurfaces.
• 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
potholderstouch hot heatingelements.Donot use a towelor
other bulky cloth instead of a potholder.
• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers - Buildup of
pressure may cause container to burst and result in
injury.
• Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to
be stored or discarded.
IMPORTANT—Donotattempt to operatethe rangeduring
a power failure. If the power fails, always turn off the range.
Ifthe range isnotturned off andthepower resumes, therange
willbeginto operate again. Once thepower resumes,reset the
clock and oven function.
Do not use the oven or Warmer Drawer/
Bake-n-Warm™ Double Oven (if equipped) for storage.

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IMPORTANTINSTRUCTIONSFOR USINGYOUR
COOKTOP
• Know which knob controls each surface heating unit. Place a
pan of food on the unit before turning it on, and turn the unit off
before removing the pan.
• Use Proper Pan Size—This appliance is equipped with one or
more surface units of different sizes. 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. Proper relationship of utensil to element will also
improve efficiency.
• UtensilHandlesShould BeTurnedInward andNotExtend Over
AdjacentSurfaceElements—Toreducethe 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
units.
• Never Leave Surface Elements Unattended at High Heat
Settings—Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that
may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt.
• Do Not Immerse or Soak Removable Heating Elements—
Heating elements should never be immersed in water. Heating
elements clean themselves during normal operation.
• Glazed Cooking Utensils—Only certain types of glass, glass/
ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for cook top service without breaking due to the sudden
change in temperature. Check the manufacturer’s
recommendations for cook top use.
• When flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn the fan on.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONSFORUSINGYOUR
OVEN
• Use Care When Opening Oven Door or Warmer Drawer/Bake-
n-Warm™Double Oven (if equipped)—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 vent is located
under the left rear surface element if your model is equipped with
coil elements. The oven vent is located below the backguard for
models equipped with ceramic-glass cook tops. 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 hot
heating elements in the oven. Remove all utensils from the rack
before moving.
• Donotusethebroilerpanwithout its insert. The broiler pan and
its insert allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the high
heat of the broiler.
• Donotcoverthebroilerinsertwithaluminumfoil.Exposed fat
and grease could ignite.
• Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line the oven
bottom. Only use aluminum foil as recommended in this manual.
Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric
shock, or fire.
SELF CLEANING OVENS
• Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts listed in this Use & Care Manual. Before self cleaning the oven, remove the broiler
pan and any utensils or foods from the oven.
• Do Not Use Oven Cleaners—No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around
any part of the oven.
• Do Not Clean Door Gasket—The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.
•The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning cycle of any range. Move birds to another
well-ventilated room.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR 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 element. Do not allow grease to accumulate.
• Kitchen cleaners and aerosols—Always follow the manufacturer’s recommended directions for use. Be aware that excess
residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and injury.
• Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently—Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the hood or filter. Follow manufacturer’s
instructions for cleaning.
FOR CERAMIC-GLASS COOK TOP MODELS
• 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 a steam burn.
Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.
Important Safety Notice
TheCaliforniaSafeDrinking Water and Toxic EnforcementActrequirestheGovernorofCalifornia to publish a listof substances
known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of
potential exposure to such substances.
Important Safety Instructions

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Features At A Glance
Your Electric Range Features Include:
1. Electronic Oven Control with Kitchen Timer.
2. Left Front & Bridge Element Control & Digital Display (some
models) or Dual Element Control (some models).
3. Left Rear Single Element Control & Digital Display or Dual
Element Control (some models).
4. Warming Drawer Control (some models).
5. Warming Drawer Indicator Light (some models).
6. Warming Zone Element Control (some models).
7. Warming Zone Indicator Light (some models).
8. Warming Zone HOT SURFACE Indicator Light (some models).
9. Right Rear Single Element Control & Digital Display or Dual
Element Control (some models).
10. Right Front Dual Element Control & Digital Display.
11. Oven Interior Light with removable Cover.
12. Automatic Oven Door Light Switch (some models).
13. Self-Cleaning Oven interior.
14. Self-Clean Door Latch.
15. Convection Fan & Cover.
16. Adjustable Interior Oven Rack(s).
17. Large 1 piece Oven Door Handle (styles & colors vary).
18. Full width Oven Door with Window (styles & colors vary).
19. Storage Drawer with Integrated Handle (some models) or
Warming Drawer with Handle (some models).
20. Easy to clean upswept Cooktop.
21. Ceramic Smoothtop (elements, styles & color will vary).
22. Left Front Single (some models) or Dual Element (some
models).
23. Bridge Element (some models).
NOTE: The features of your range may
vary according to model type & color.
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24. Left Rear Single (some models) or
Dual Element (some models).
25. Warming Zone Element (some
models).
26. Right Rear Single (some models) or
Dual Element (some models).
27. Right Front Single or Dual Element.
28. Broil Pan (some models).
29. Broil Pan Insert (some models).
30. Roasting Rack (some models).
31. Leveling Legs and Anti-tip Bracket
(included).
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Before Setting Oven Controls
Oven Vent Location
The oven vent is located under the left side of the control panel
(See Fig. 1). When the oven is on, warm air passes through the vent.
This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good
baking results. DO NOT BLOCK OVEN VENT.
Arranging Oven Racks & Roasting Shelf
ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL
(PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when
using the oven.
Recommended Rack Positions for Broiling, Baking & Roasting:
Food RackPosition
Broiling hamburgers & steaks See Broil
Broiling meats, chicken or fish See Broil
Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits 3 or 4
& Muffins
Frozen pies, angel food cake, 1
yeast, bread, casseroles, small
cuts of meat or poultry
Turkey, roast or ham 1 or Roasting Shelf
Removing & Replacing Oven Racks
To remove, pull the rack forward until it stops. Lift up front of rack and
slide out. To replace, fit the rack onto the guides on the oven walls.
Tilt the front of the rack upward and slide the rack back into place.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Roasting Shelf
positioned incorrectly
Fig. 3
Correct Roasting
Shelf position
Fig. 4
For best air circulation and baking
results allow 2-4" (5-10 cm) around
the cookware for proper air
circulation and be sure pans and
cookware do not touch each other,
the oven door, sides or back of the
oven cavity. The hot air must be able
to circulate around the pans and
cookware in the oven for even heat
to reach around the food.
Air Circulation in the Oven
Baking Layer Cakes with 1 or 2 Oven Racks
For best results when baking cakes using 2 oven racks, place cookware on rack positions 1& 4 (See Fig. 7). For best
results when using a single Flat Oven Rack, place cookware on rack position 2 or 3 (See Fig. 8).
Types of Oven Racks & Roasting Shelf
Your range may be equipped with one or more of
the oven rack types shown; Flat Oven Rack
(Fig. 5) and Roasting Shelf (Fig. 6; some
models). To maximize cooking space the
Roasting Shelf should be used in the lowest rack
position to roast large cuts of meat and poultry
(See Fig. 2).
Place Roasting Shelf with care (some models; See Fig. 2). Be sure the Roasting Shelf is level and the front end of the
shelf rests over the front ends of the oven rack glides on both sides of the oven interior (See Figs. 3 & 4).
RoastingShelf
Fig. 6
Fig. 5
Flat Oven Rack
Fig. 7 Fig. 8
1
2
4
5
6
Roasting
Shelf
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Fig. 2 (Bridge Element on some models)
About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop
The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface
elements located below the surface of the glass.
The design of the ceramic cooktop outlines the
area of the surface element underneath. Make
sure the diameter of the pan matches the
diameter of the element outline on the cooktop
(See Fig 1). Heat is transferred up through the
surface of the cooktop to the cookware. Only
flat-bottom cookware should be used. The type
and size of cookware, the number of surface
elements in use and the settings, are all factors
that will affect the amount of heat that will spread
to areas beyond the surface elements. The
areas surrounding the elements may become
hot enough to cause burns.
About the Radiant Surface Elements
The element temperature rises gradually and
evenly. As the temperature rises, the element
will glow red. To maintain the selected setting,
the element will cycle on and off. The heating
element retains enough heat to provide a uniform
and consistent heat during the off cycle. For
efficient cooking, turn off the element several
minutes before cooking is complete. This will
allow residual heat to complete the cooking
process.
Your range is equipped with radiant surface
burners with different wattage ratings. The ability
to heat food quicker and in larger volumes
increases as the element wattage increases.
NOTE: Please read detailed instructions for
ceramic glass cooktop cleaning in the Care &
Cleaning section and Before You Call
checklist sections of this Use and Care Manual.
NOTE: Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle
ON and OFF, even at the HI setting. This helps to prevent damage to
the ceramic cooktop. Cycling at the HI setting is normal and can occur
if the cookware is too small for the radiant element or if the cookware
bottom is not flat (Refer to page 13 for using correct cookware
instructions with the cooktop).
Left front Left rear Right front
Right rear
Fig. 1
Left Front Left Rear Right Rear Right Front
Setting Surface Controls
Cooktop radiant areas that heat
Models with a Bridge Element Models with 4 Dual Elements

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Setting Surface Controls
Radiant surface elements may appear to have
cooled after they have been turned off. The glass surface may
still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is
touched before it has cooled sufficiently.
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 wooden spoons could catch fire
if placed too close to the surface elements.
Note: The size and type of cookware used will influence the
setting needed for best cooking results.
The Electronic Surface Element Control (ESEC)
The Electronic Surface Element Control (“ESEC”) feature
includes 4 digital display windows. The ESEC feature provides
a numeric digital setting for 4 of the radiant surface element
positions on the cooktop. These settings work the same way
as normal knob setting indicators work except the settings are
displayed in digital windows (Figs. 1 thru 4).
The available ESEC Display Settings
The ESEC control provides various heat levels from Hi (Fig. 2)
to Lo (Fig. 4) and OFF (Fig. 1).
Use the chart (Fig. 5) to determine the correct setting for the
kind of food you are preparing. The Simmer settings are used
to simmer and keep larger quantities of foods warm such as
stews and soups. The lower Simmer settings are ideal for
delicate foods and melting chocolate or butter. Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Recommended Surface Cooking Settings
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS FOR SINGLE, BRIDGE & DUAL ELEMENTS
Setting Type of Cooking
HIGH (8 - Hi) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling
MEDIUM HIGH (5 - 8) Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry
MEDIUM (3 - 5) Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies, steam
vegetables
MEDIUM LOW (2 - 3) Keep foods cooking, poach, stew
LOW (Lo - 2) Keep warm, melt, simmer Fig. 5

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Setting Surface Controls
ESEC Hot Element Indicator Message (HE)
After using any of the single, dual or Bridge radiant element positions the cooktop will
become very hot. Even after turning the control knob to OFF, the cooktop will remain hot for
some time. The ESEC control monitors the temperature of the cooktop and displays the
message “HE” (hot element) warning when the cooktop is still too hot to touch (See Fig.1). If
the HE message appears in the window, the control can still be turned on again for use.
ESEC Error Indicator Message (Er)
An error message will be displayed (flashing “Er”) at power up (or after a power failure) if ANY
of the surface control knobs were left in the ON positions. If a power failure should occur, be
sure to set all of the 4 surface control knobs to the OFF position (See Fig. 2). This will reset
the surface controls.
Be sure to reset the clock (See page 15). Once the surface controls have been set to the
OFF positions and the clock has been set with the correct time of day, the surface controls
should return to normal operation. If the surface controls do not function and the “Er”
message remains in any display after following these procedures, contact an authorized
servicerfor assistance.
Some models have single radiant surface elements at 2 locations; the right rear (Fig. 5) and
left rear (Fig. 6) element positions. The BRIDGE (some models) element position can also be
used as a single element (See Bridge Element Operating Instructions on pages 10-11).
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface
element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction
to the desired setting using the ESEC digital display
window for the desired setting (Fig. 4). Turn (do not push)
the knob to adjust the setting if desired. Start most cooking
operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower
setting to finish cooking. Each surface element provides a
constant amount of heat at each setting. A glowing red
surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of
the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the
surfaceheatingarea.
3. When cooking has completed, turn the surface control
knob to OFF before removing the cookware. Note: The HE
message will appear after turning the control knob to OFF if
the cooktop is still hot and will remain on until the heating
surface area has cooled sufficiently.
Note: See page 8, Fig. 5 for recommended control settings.
To Operate the Single Elements (some models):
ESEC Lockout Feature ( - - )
The Self-Clean feature will not operate whenever a radiant surface element is ON. Conversely
the ESEC feature will not operate during the Self-Clean cycle. Whenever the ESEC Lockout
feature is active, “ - - ” may appear in any display window (See Fig. 3). If any of the surface
elements are still hot during active Lockout, “HE” will appear in the window instead of the “- -”
message.
Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been
turned off. The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is
touched before it has cooled sufficiently.
The Single Radiant Elements (some models)
Fig. 5
Right Rear Element
(some models).
Fig. 6
Left Rear Element
(some models).
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4

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Setting Surface Controls
To Operate the Dual Element(s):
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the dual surface
element.
2. Push in and turn the control knob counterclockwise (See
Fig. 2) for smaller cookware or clockwise (See Fig. 5) for
largercookware.
3. Use the ESEC digital display window for the desired
setting. Turn (do not push) the knob to adjust the setting if
needed. Start most cooking operations on a higher setting
and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each
surface element provides a constant amount of heat at
each setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending
beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the
cookware is too small for the surface heating area.
4. When cooking has completed, turn the surface control
knob to OFF before removing the cookware. Note: The HE
message will appear after turning the control knob to OFF
if the cooktop is still hot and will remain on until the radiant
heating surface area has cooled sufficiently. Note: See
page 8, Fig. 5 for recommended control settings.
The Dual Radiant Elements (all models)
The cooktop is equipped with one or more dual radiant surface
elements. Symbols on the control panel are used to indicate
which coil of the dual radiant element will heat. The symbol
shown in Fig. 1 indicates that only the inner coil will heat. The
symbol shown in Fig. 4 indicates that both inner and outer
coils will heat . You may switch from either coil setting at any
time during cooking.
The Bridge Radiant Element (some models)
Some ceramic cooktops are equipped with a “BRIDGE”
surface element located at the left front and middle (See
Fig. 10) positions. The Bridge can be used when cooking
with rectangular (like a griddle) or oval shaped cookware
(Fig. 10). The element will maintain an even temperature
setting across both portions of the Bridge. If needed for
normal cookware, the Bridge element can work like a
single element without the Bridge (See Fig. 8).
Bridge element operation symbols are located on the
control panel on each side of the Bridge element control
knob. These symbols indicate the direction to turn the
control knob when operating the Bridge element. The
symbol in Fig. 7 indicates that only the single portion of
the Bridge element will heat (See Fig. 8). The symbol in
Fig. 9 indicates that both the single and Bridge portions
of the element will heat together (Fig. 10). You may
switch from either of these settings at any time during
cooking with the Bridge element.
Radiant surface elements may appear to have
cooled after they have been turned off. The glass surface may
still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is
touched before it has cooled sufficiently.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7 Fig. 9
Fig. 8
Bridge element without Bridge
portion (some models).
Fig. 10
Bridge element with Bridge
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Setting Surface Controls
To Operate the Bridge Element (some models):
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the Bridge surface
element.
2. Push in and turn the control knob counterclockwise (See
Figs. 1 & 2) to heat the portion of the Bridge element for
normal shaped cookware or clockwise (See Figs. 3 & 4) for
largeror rectangular shaped cookware.
3. Use the ESEC digital display window for the desired
setting. Turn (do not push) the knob to adjust the setting if
needed. Start most cooking operations on a higher setting
and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each
surface element provides a constant amount of heat at
each setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending
beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the
cookware is too small. Please note that not all cookware
will fit the Bridge element correctly.
4. When cooking has completed, turn the surface control
knob to OFF before removing the cookware. The HE
message will appear in the display after turning the control
knob to OFF if the cooktop is still hot and will remain on
until the radiant heating surface area has cooled
sufficiently. Note: See page 8, Fig. 5 for recommended
control settings.
The BRIDGE element may also be used in combination with the
left rear single element. Because these elements have 2
different controls, one element can be used to cook while the
other element may be used to keep food warm (See Fig. 5).
Radiant surface elements may appear to have
cooled after they have been turned off. The glass surface may
still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is
touched before it has cooled sufficiently.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 1

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Operating the Warming Zone (some models)
The purpose of the Warming Zone is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Use the Warming Zone to keep
cooked foods hot such as; vegetables, gravies, casseroles, soups, stews, breads, pastries and oven-safe dinner plates.
Always start with hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold food on the Warming Zone.
All food placed on the Warming Zone should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil to
maintain quality. For best results, when warming pastries or breads, the cover should have
an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic
may melt onto the surface and be very difficult to clean. Use only plates, utensils and
cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use on the Warming Zone.
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when removing food from the Warming
Zone as cookware and plates will be hot.
To Set the Warming Zone Control (some models):
1. To set the control, push in and turn the knob. The On indicator light will come on (See
Figs. 1 and 2). The temperatures are approximate, and are designated by HI, MED and
LO. However, the control can be set at any position between HI and LO for different levels
ofheating (Fig.1).
2. When done, turn the control to OFF. The Warming Zone Hot surface indicator light
will remain on until the Warming Zone cools to a moderate level (See Figs. 1 & 2).
Temperature Selection
Refer to the table for recommended Warming Zone food settings (Fig. 3). If a particular food is
not listed, start with the medium level, and adjust as needed. Most foods can be kept at
serving temperatures by using the medium level.
The Warming Zone will not glow red when it is hot, but becomes hot enough to
cause burns. Avoid placing hands on or near the Warming Zone until the Warming Zone Hot
surface indicator light is off.
Warming Zone Recommended Food
Settings Table
Food Item Heating
Level
HotBeverages HI
Fried Foods HI
Vegetables MED
Soups(Cream) MED
Stews MED
Sauces MED
Meats MED
Gravies LO
Eggs LO
Dinner Plates with Food LO
Casseroles LO
Breads/Pasteries LO
Setting Surface Controls
Fig. 1
Fig. 2 (some models)
Fig. 3

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Surface Cooking
Cookware Material Types
The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is
transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The most
popularmaterialsavailable are:
ALUMINUM - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food will
cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware resists staining &
pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic cooktop, they
may leave metal marks which will resemble scratches. Remove
these marks immediately.
COPPER - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily. May leave
metal marks on ceramic glass (see Aluminum above).
STAINLESS STEEL - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking
results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.
CAST IRON - A poor heat conductor however will retain heat very
well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is reached. Not
recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.
PORCELAIN-ENAMEL on METAL - Heating characteristics will vary
depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel coating must be
smooth to avoid scratching ceramic cooktops.
GLASS - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for ceramic
cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass.
Using proper cookware
The size and type of cookware used will influence the
setting needed for best cooking results. Cookware
should have flat bottoms that make good contact with
the entire surface heating element (See Fig. 2). Check
for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the
cookware (See Fig. 1).
Be sure to follow the
recommendationsfor
using proper
cookware as
illustrated.
Formoreinformation
about the ceramic
cooktop see “Cooktop
Cleaning &
Maintenance” in the
General Care &
Cleaning section.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Important Note: DO NOT place EMPTY
aluminum, glass or porcelain-enamel
coated cookware on the ceramic cooktop!
The melting point of cookware made with these
materials may be reached quickly especially if
left empty & they may bond to the ceramic
cooktop. If the cookware melts it WILL damage
the cooktop! BE SURE to follow ALL the
cookwaremanufacturer’s suggestions when
using ANY type of cookware on the ceramic
cooktop.

Arranging Warming Drawer Rack Positions
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 underneath).
• In the downward position to allow you to place light weight food items and
empty cookware (for example, rolls or pastries and dinner plates) on the
rack.
Set the Warming Drawer rack in either position as shown below (Fig. 1).
To Operate the Warming Drawer
The purpose of the Warming 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 Warming Drawer.
All food placed in the Warming 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. Use only utensils and
cookware recommended for oven use in the Warming Drawer.
To Set the Warming Drawer Control
The control is used to select the temperature of the Warming Drawer. It is
located on the control panel. To set the control, push in and turn the knob to
the desired setting. The temperatures are approximate, and are designated by
HI (high), MED (medium) and LO (low). To set the Warming Drawer control:
1. Turn the knob to select the desired 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 control to OFF.
Warming Drawer Temperature Selection
Recommended Warming Drawer food settings are shown in Fig. 3. If a
particular food is not listed, start with the MED setting. If more crispness is
desired, remove the lid or aluminum foil from the food. Most foods can be kept
at serving temperatures on the MED setting. When a combination of foods are
to be kept warm (for example, a meat with 2 vegetables and rolls) use the HI
setting. To avoid heat loss, do not open the Warming Drawer while in use.
Warming Drawer Indicator Light
The Warming Drawer indicator light is located above the Warming Drawer
control knob (See Fig. 2). It turns on when the control is set, and stays on until
the control is turned off. The Warming Drawer will not operate during the
Self-Clean cycle.
Warming Drawer Recommended
Food Settings Table
Food Item Setting
Bacon HI
HamburgerPatties HI
Poultry HI
Pork Chops HI
Fried Foods HI
Pizza HI
Gravies MED
Casseroles MED
Eggs MED
Roasts (Beef, Pork, Lamb) MED
Vegetables MED
Biscuits MED
Rolls, hard MED
Pastries MED
Rolls (soft) LO
Empty Dinner Plates LO
Always use pot holders or
oven mitts when removing food from the
Warming Drawer as cookware and plates
will be hot and you can be burned.
Setting Warming Drawer Controls
(some models)
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
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READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For satisfactory use of your oven, become
familiar with the various features and functions of the oven as described below. Detailed instructions for each feature
and function follow later in this Use & Care Guide.
0 THRU 9
NUMBERPADS—
Use to enter
temperature and
times.
TIMERON/
OFF— Use to
set or cancel
the Kitchen
Timer.
BROIL— Use
to select
variable Broil
feature.
CONV
BAKE—
Use to
select the
Convection
Bake
feature.
BAKE—Use to
enter the
normal Bake
feature.
START TIME — Use with
BAKE, BAKE TIME, and
CLEAN PADS to
program a Delayed
Timed Bake or Delay
Self-Cleaning cycle.
MAXX CLEAN—
Use to select a 4
hour Self-Cleaning
cycle.
CLEAR/OFF—
Use to cancel
any oven mode
previously
entered except
the Oven
Lockout, Time of
Day & Minute
Timer. Press
CLEAR/OFFto
stop cooking.
CLOCK—
Use to
set the
time of
day.
START—
Use to
start all
oven
features
(not used
with Oven
Light).
LOCK
CONTROLS
Use to enable
or disable all
oven features.
OVEN
LIGHT—Use
to turn the
oven light ON
and OFF.
BAKE TIME— Use to
enter the length of the
baking time.
Minimum & Maximum Control Pad Settings
All of the features listed have
minimum and maximum time or
temperature settings that may be
entered into the control. An ENTRY
acceptance beep will sound each
time a control pad is touched (the
Oven Lockout pad is delayed by 3
seconds).
An ENTRY ERROR tone (3 short
beeps) will sound if the entry of the
temperature or time is below the
minimum or above the maximum
settings for the feature.
FEATURE
PREHEATTEMP.
BAKE TEMP.
BROILTEMP.
KITCHENTIMER
CLOCKTIME
COOKTIME
STARTTIME
CLEANTIME
CONVECTIONBAKE
MIN. TEMP. /TIME
170°F / 77°C
170°F / 77°C
400°F / 205°C
0:01 Min.
0:01 Min.
1:00 Hr./ Min.
0:00 Hr./ Min.
0:01 Min.
0:01 Min.
1:00 Hr./ Min.
0:00 Hr./ Min.
2hours
170°F / 77°C
MAX. TEMP. /TIME
550°F / 288°C
550°F / 288°C
550°F / 288°C
11:59 Hr./ Min.
11:59 Hr./ Min.
12:59 Hr./ Min.
23:59 Hr./ Min.
11:59 Hr./ Min.
23:59 Hr./ Min.
12:59 Hr./ Min.
23:59 Hr./ Min.
4hours
550°F / 288°C
12 Hr.
24 Hr.
12 Hr.
24 Hr.
12 Hr.
24 Hr.
12 Hr.
24 Hr.
CONV
ROAST—
Use to
select the
Convection
Roast
feature.
CONV
CONVERT—
Use to
select the
Convection
Convert
feature.
KEEPWARM—
Use to select the
Keep Warm
feature.
FAVORITE
SETTING-
Use to
recall
stored
recipes.
Control Pad Features
SPEEDCLEAN—Use
to select a 2 hour Self-
Cleaning cycle.
CLEAN — Use to
select a 3 hour Self-
Cleaning cycle.
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Setting the Clock
The CLOCK pad is used to set the clock. The clock may be
set for 12 or 24 hour time of day operation. The clock has been
preset at the factory for the 12 hour operation. When the range is
first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has been
interrupted, the timer in the display will flash the time of day (Fig. 1).
To set the clock (example below for 1:30):
1. Press .(Fig. 2).
2. Press pads to set the time of day to 1:30 (Fig. 3).
Press .(Fig. 4).
Changing between 12 or 24 hour time of day display:
1. Press and hold for 6 seconds (Fig. 3). CONTINUE holding
the pad until a beep is heard.
2. The display will show either "12h"(Fig. 5) or "24h"(Fig. 6).
3. Press to switch between the 12 and 24 hour time of day
display. The display will show either "12h" (Fig. 5) or "24Hrhh"
(Fig. 6).
4. Press to accept the desired change or press to reject
the change.
5. Reset the correct time as described in To set the Clock above.
Please note that if the 24 hour time of day mode was chosen,
the clock will now display time from 0:00 through 23:59 hours.
for 6 seconds
INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY
or
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
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Setting Kitchen Timer
The TIMER ON/OFF pad controls the Kitchen Timer feature. The Kitchen Timer serves as an extra timer in the kitchen
that will beep when the set time has run out. It does not start or stop cooking. The Kitchen Timer feature can be used
during any of the other oven control functions. Refer to "Minumum & Maximum Control Pad Settings" on page 15 for
time amount settings.
To set the Kitchen Timer (example for 5 minutes):
1. Press .(Fig. 5).
2. Press the number pads to set the desired time in the display
(example ). Press . (Fig. 6).
Note: If is not pressed the timer will return to the time of
day.
3. When the set time has run out, "End" and "TIMER" will show in
the display (Fig. 7). The clock will sound with 3 beeps every 15
seconds until is pressed.
To cancel the Kitchen Timer before the set time has
run out:
Press . The display will return to the time of day.
for 6 seconds
Setting Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving
The TIMER ON/OFF and CLEAN pads control the Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving features. The oven
control has a factory preset built-in 12 Hour Energy Saving feature that will shut off the oven if the oven control is left on for
more than 11 hours and 59 minutes. The oven can be programmed to override this feature for Continuous Baking.
To set the control for Continuous Bake or 12 Hour
Energy Saving features:
1. Press and hold for 6 seconds (Fig.1)
2. Press to switch between the 12 Hour Energy Saving and
continuous bake features. Note: "12 hr" (Fig. 2) in the display
indicates the control is set for 12 Hour Energy Saving feature
and "- - hr" (Fig. 3) indicates the control is set for the
ContinuousBakefeature.
3. Press to accept the change (Fig. 4) display will return to
time of day) or press to reject the change.
INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY
INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
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Setting Oven Lockout Feature
The pad controls the Oven Lockout feature. The Oven Lockout feature automatically locks the oven door, prevents the
Warmer Drawer and most oven controls from being turned ON. It does not disable the clock, Kitchen Timer or the interior
ovenlight.
for 3 seconds
for 3 seconds
for 7seconds
Setting Temperature Display — Fahrenheit or Celsius
The BROIL and CLEAN pads control the Fahrenheit or Celsius temperature display modes. The oven control
can be programmed to display temperatures in Fahrenheit or Celsius. The oven has been preset at the factory to display in
Fahrenheit.
To change display from Fahrenheit to Celsius or
Celsius to Fahrenheit:
1. To tell if the display is set for Fahrenheit or Celsius press
(Fig. 3) and hold for 7 seconds; "550°" will first appear in the
display and then a beep will sound. If "F" appears, the display
is set to show temperatures in Fahrenheit (Fig. 4). If "C"
appears, the display is set to show temperatures in Celsius
(Fig. 5).
2. Press to switch between Fahrenheit or Celsius display
modes. The display will show either "F" (Fig. 4) or "C"(Fig. 5).
3. Press to accept the change or press to reject the
change.
or
INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY
INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY
1. Press and hold for 3 seconds (Fig. 1).
2. After 3 seconds a beep will sound, LOC & "DOOR LOCKED"
will flash in the display. Once the oven door is locked the
"DOOR LOCKED" indicator will stop flashing.
To reactivate normal oven operation:
1. Press and hold for 3 seconds. A beep will sound. LOC will
clear. The "DOOR LOCKED" will continue to flash until the
oven door has completely unlocked (See Fig. 2).
2. The oven is again fully operational.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
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Setting Silent Control Operation
The START TIME and CLEAN pads control the Silent Control operation feature. The Silent Control operation
feature allows the oven control to be operated without sounds or beeps whenever necessary. If desired the control can be
programmed for silent operation and later returned to operating with all the normal sounds and beeps.
for 7seconds
To change control from normal sound operation to
silent control operation:
1. To tell if your range is set for normal or silent operation press
and hold for 7 seconds. (Fig. 1).
2. Press to switch between normal sound operation and silent
operation mode. The display will show either "SP" (Fig. 2)
or "- -" (Fig. 3).
If "SP" appears (Fig. 2), the control will operate with normal
sounds and beeps. If "- -" appears (Fig.3), the control is in the
silent operation mode.
3. Press to accept the change or press to reject the
change.
or
INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
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To set the Bake Temperature to 350°F:
1. Arrange interior oven racks and place food in oven.
2. Press (See Fig. 1).
3. Press . A long beep will sound once the oven set
temperature reaches 350° F (See Fig. 2).
Note: Pressing will cancel the Bake feature at any time.
To change the Bake Temperature (example changing
from 350° to 425°F):
1. After the oven has already been set to bake at 350°F and the
oven set temperature needs to be changed to 425°F, press
(See Fig. 2).
2. Press . 425° will appear in the display.
3. Press (See Fig. 3).
4. The oven is now set for 425°F.
INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY
Setting Bake
The BAKE pad controls normal baking. The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 550°F
(The sample shown below is for 350°F).
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Setting Oven Controls