Frigidaire CFEF357GS3 User manual

Welcome .................................. 2
important Safety instructions .. 3-4
installation instructions ...... 5-6
Setting Surface Controls.. 6-11
Surface Cooking .................. 12
Before Setting
Oven Controls ................. 12-13
Setting Oven Controls ......... 13
Setting Warmer Drawer Controls ...... 1 4
Cooking Informations ..... 15-16
Care & Cleaning .............. 17=23
Adjusting Your
Oven Temperature ................ 23
Before You Call
Solutions to
CommonP,oble,_s....................... 24-25
Visit the Frigidaire Web Site at:
http://www, frigidaire,com Warranty ................................ 26
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Congratulations on your purchase of a new appliance! At Electrolux Home
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providing you with the best service possible.Your satisfaction is our number one
priority.
We know you'll enjoy your new appliance and ThankYou for choosing our product.
We hope you consider us for future purchases.
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This Use & Care Manual contains general operating instructions for your appliance
and feature information for several models. Your product may not have all the
described features. The graphics shown are representative.The graphics on your
appliance may not look exactly like those shown. 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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Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
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 these symbols.
This symbo !will he!p alert You to Situations that may cause Serious bodily harm: death 0r property damage.
_ This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damagel
• 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
installed and grounded by a qualified technician in
accordance with CSA C22.1 PART 1-- latest edition and
local code requirements, install only per installationin-
structions provided inthe literature package for this range.
•Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and
an 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.
•Never modify or alter the construction of arange by
removing panels, wire covers or any other part of the
product.
Stepping, leaning or sitting on the door or
drawer 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.
= Storage in or on Appliance -- Flammable materials
should not be stored in an oven, near surface units or in
the storage drawer. 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 materials
may explode and result infire 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.
•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 NOTTOUCH SURFACE UNITS, AREAS NEARTHESE
UNITS, OVEN HEATING ELEMENTS OR iNTERiOR SUR-
FACES OF THE OVEN OR WARMER DRAWER (if
equipped). Both surface units and oven heating elements
may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near
surface units 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.
Never use your appliance for warming or
heating the room.
•Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires--Smother
the fire with apan 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 ifallowed 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 hot heating surface units or interior
oven elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth
instead of a potholder.
•Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers--Build-up of
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 off. If the oven is not turned off and the power
resumes, the oven will begin to operate again. Food left
unattended could catch fire or spoil.
Electronic controllers can be damaged
by cold temperatures. When you use your range for the
first time, or if it has not been used for a long period of
time, make sure that it has been exposed to a tempera-
ture above 0°C/32°F for at least 3 hours before connect-
ing it to the power supply.

iMPORTANT iNSTRUCTiONS FOR USING
YOUR COOKTOP
• Know which knob controls each surface heating unit.
•Use Proper Pan Size -- This appliance is equipped with
one or more surface units of different sizes. Select utensils
having fiat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit.
The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the
surface heating unit to direct contact and may result in
ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to the
surface unit will also improve efficiency.
•Utensil Handles Should BeTurned inward and Should
Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units -- To reduce
the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and
spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil.
= Never Leave Surface Units Unattended -- 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 rangetop service without breaking
due to the sudden change in temperature. Check the
manufacturer's recommendations for rangetop use.
Placement of Oven Racks. Always place oven racks in
desired location while oven iscool. Remove all utensils from
the rack before removing rack. If rack must be moved while
oven ishot, use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp
the rack with both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders
contact the hot oven element or interiorof the oven.
•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 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.
•Protective Liners -- Do not use aluminum foil to line 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
result in a risk of electric shock or fire or a short circuit.
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.
FOR CERAMIC GLASS COOKTOP MODELS
• Do Not Clean or Operate aBroken Cooktop -- if
cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers
may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of
electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.
• Clean Cooktop with Caution -- Ifa 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 harmful
fumes ifapplied to a hot surface.
•Avoid scratching the cooktop glass with sharp objects.
iMPORTANT iNSTRUCTiONS FOR USING
YOUR OVEN
•Use Care When Opening Door-- Stand to the side of the
range when opening thedoor of a hotoven. Lethotair or steam
escape before you remove or replace food inthe oven.
•Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven is vented
between thecooktop and 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 itemson or
near the oven vent.These itemscould melt or ignite.
•Do not clean the oven door gasket. Care should be taken
not to rub, damage or move the gasket.
•Do not use oven cleaners. No oven cleaner or oven liner
protectivecoatingofanykindshouldbe usedinoraround anypart
of the oven.
•Remove oven racks. Oven racks colour will change if left
inthe oven during a self-cleaning cycle.
The health of some birds is extremely
sensitive to the fumes given off during the self=clean
cycle of any range. Move birds to another well venti=
lated room.
iMPORTANT iNSTRUCTiONS FOR
CLEANING YOUR RANGE
• Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease
that could catch fire. 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.

installation and service must be performed bya qualified technician:
iMPORTANT: Save for the local electrical inspector's use.
Read and save these instructions for future reference.
Clearances and Dimensions
a. Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surface (1.3cm (1/2") to the cabinet side walls
and the rear wall).
b. Location--Check location where the range will be installed. Check for proper electrical supply and the stability of floor.
c. Dimensions that are shown must be used. Given dimensions provide minimum clearance. Contact surface must be solid
and level.
FRONT
VlEW
Minimum to
wail on either
side of range.
T
91.4cm
(36">
1
1.3cm
C
76.2 crn (30") _-
Minimum
t Minimum to
45.7 cm cabinets on
(18") either side of
range.
cabinets above
range top.
DiMENSiONS
AI B c
76.2 cm (30") 78.7 cm (31") 76.2 cm (30")
_- A _._cm(26")
* 76.2 cm (30") Minimum clearance between the top of the cooking surface and the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal
cabinet; or 61 cm (24") Minimum when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not less than 0.64 cm (1/4") flame
retardant miiiboard covered with not less than 0.038 cm (0.015") stainless steel, 0.061 cm (0.024") aluminum or 0.051 cm
(0.020") copper. 1.3 cm (1/2") clearance isthe minimum for the rear and sides of the range. Follow all dimension requirements
provided above to prevent property damage, Potential fire hazard, and incorrectcountertop and cabinet cuts.
To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surface units, cabinet storage space located above the
surface units 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 12.7 cm (5") beyond the bottom of the cabinets.
Electrical Connection Requirements
Plug the range cable (4 conductors) intoa 4 conductor range outlet. Outlet must
be properly grounded and inaccordance with the Canadian Electrical Code (CSA
Standard (C22.1 Part 1 -- latest edition) -- and any local electrical code require-
ments.
Location
Set your new range 1.3 cm (1/2") away from the rear wall and line it up with the
kitchen counters. Make sure there is at least 1.3 cm (1/2") of clearance between
each side of the range and the kitchen counters. Allow 7.6 cm (3") min. clearance between your range and the refrigerator, ifthey
are side by side.
Circuit Protection (Models with electric oulet(s))
As a protection against surcharge, a 15 amp, 120 volt breaker is provided for each of the electric outlet(s) (2 max.) located on
top or underneath of the control panel. Models with no electric outlet have no breaker.

Leveling
For good baking results, your range should be level. Screw type leveling legs are provided at each
corner of the range at the base. Remove the storage drawer to adjust the leveling legs. (Refer to
Storage Drawer section).
To level the range:
1. Use a 1-1/4" open end key oran adjustable wrench to equally unscrew
the four leveling legs two to three turns each.
2. install an oven rack in the center of the oven.
_ 3. Move the range to itsfinal position, then put a spirit level on the rack to
check for levelness. Take two readings, one with the level placed
diagonally first in one direction, and then the other.
4. Use the 1-1/4" key or wrench to adjust the levelinglegs.Turn each one
until the range stands firm without wobbling.
5. Some models are supported by smooth glide rollers to facilitate moving.
iffloor is fiat and level, open the drawer and lowerthe front roller lockinglevers (some models) to
prevent the range from moving.
iffloor isnot fiat or level or ifthis model has rollers without locking levers, use the 4 leveling legs
to level, support and prevent the range from moving.
Unlock
LOCKING THE FRONT
ROLLERS (some models)
sc
Models with Coil Elements (some models)
INOTE: All knobs shown in this owner's Guide are typical only. ]
1. Place the pan on the surface element.
2. Push in and turn the surface element control knob to desired setting.
3. The Element On indicator lights are located on the control panel between two element Ie
control knobs, one on each side, and will glow when a surface element is turned ON. sire
A quick glance at this indicator light after cooking is an easy check to be sure ALL
surface controls are turned OFF. Always turn the element off before removing the pan. 2
Note: The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being
cooked will influence the setting needed for best cooking results. 3
Element ON
indicator Light
OFF
Setting Type of Cooking 4
Hi (MAX) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling, med
5(MED) Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies, steam
vegetables.
Keep food cooking, poach, stew.
Keep warm, melt, simmer.
2-4(MED-LOW)
LO(MIN)
The suggested settings found inthe chart above are based on cooking in medium thickness aluminum pans with lids. Settings
may vary when using other types of pans.
Do not place items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the
cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wood could catch fire ifplaced too close
to the element.
DO NOT use the surface element in self-clean mode. During the self-clean cycle, the surface elements,
when used, are subjected to high heat. To ensure maximum element life, do not use the surface element during a self-clean
cycle.

Models with Ceramic Glass Cooktop (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 Figure 1).
Heat is transferred up through the surface of the cooktop tothe cookware. Only flat-bottom cookware should be used. The type and
size of cookware, the number of surface elements in use and their settings, are all factors that will affect the amount of heat that will
spread toareas beyond the surface elements. The areas surrounding the elements may become hot enough to cause burns. The
cooktop should not be used as a cutting board or work surface. Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop may crack it. Pans
with rough bottoms may scratch the cooktop surface. Placing foods directly on the smoothtop surface (without cooking utensils) is
not recommended as difficult cleaning will result and foods may smoke and cause a potential fire hazard.
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.
Element Configuration, appearance and graphics of
cooktops may be differents
Electronic Surface Element Controls (ESEC)
display (some models) - see page 8
Locations of the Radiant Surface Ele-
ments and Controls
Your appliance is equipped with radiant surface ele-
ments with differents wattage ratings. The ability to
heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as
the element wattage increases.
The example shown (figure 1) describes a model with
all kind of elements you could possibly have, but the
element configuration, the appearance and graph-
ics of your cooktop may be different. Figure 2 have a
smaller 6 inch radiant element located at the right rear
position; a dual 6 or 9inch radiant element located at
the right front position; a Warmer Zone radiant element
at the center rear position; and two 8 inch radiant ele-
ments located at both the left front and rear positions.
Located between left front and rear elements is a
Bridge radiant element.
The Bridge radiant element iscontrolled using the
same knob that controls the left front radiant element
position. Warmer Zone Element (some models)- see page 11 Figure 1
NOTE: Due to the high intensity of heat generated by
the surface elements, the glass surface will turn green
when the element will be turned off.This phenomenon
is normal and the glass will come back to its original
white color after it has completely cooled down. (White
glass cooktops only).
NOTE: Please read detailed instructions for ceramic glass
cooktop cleaning in the General Care & Cleaning section and
Before You Call checklist section of this Use and Care Guide.
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 smooth top. Cycling at the Hi setting is
normal and can occur ifthe cookware istoo small for the radiant
element or if the cookware bottom is not flat (Refer to page 12
under Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils).

Setting Surface Controls
Models with Ceramic Glass Cooktop and Electronic Surface Element
Control (ESEC) (some models)
The Electronic Surface Element Control (ESEC) feature includesdigital
display windows. The ESEC feature provides a numeric digital setting
for 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 (Figures. t thru 4).
The available ESEC Display Settings
The ESEC control provides various heat levels from Hi (Figure 2) to Lo
(Figure 3) and OFF (Figure 1). The settings from Hi to 3.0 decrease in
increments of .5. The settings from 3.0 to Lo (Simmer settings)
decrease in increments of .2 for more precise settings of lower heat
levels.
Use the chart (on page 1O)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 idealfor delicate foods and melting chocolate
orbutter.
Element configuration, appearance and graphics of
cooktops may be differents -
Dual Surface Radiant Element shown below
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Small Large
Petit Grand
OFF
hi hi
Figu re 1
/
Note: The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting o _ @
Srt_ii _ Large
needed for best cooking results. Petit Grand
OFF
Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled hi hi
after they have been turned off. The HE message will come on and will hi" _\
stay in the display until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a
moderate level. 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 _i_i_
shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the range when -- s,_,,_
it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or Figure3
wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the surface
elements.
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Small Large
Petit Grand
OFF
hi hi
Figure2
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Small Large
Petit Grand
OFF
hi hi
Figure4
Hot Element indicator Message (HE)
After using any of the 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 tempera-
ture of the cooktop and displays the message "HE" (hot element) warning when the cooktop is still too hot
to touch (Figure 5). If the HE message appears in the window, the control can be turned on again for use. m
Figure5
ESEC Error indicator Message (Er)
An error message will be displayed (flashing "Er") at power up (or after a power failure) ifANY of the surface
control knobs were left in the ON positions (See Figure 6). If a power failure should occur, be sure to set all
of the surface control knobs to the OFF position. This will reset the surface controls.
Once the surface controls have been set to the OFF positions, the surface controls should return to normal
operation. Ifthe surface controls do not function and the"Er" message remains inany display after following
these procedures, contact an authorized servicer for assistance.
ESEC Lockout Feature (--)
The ESEC feature will not operate during a Self-Clean cycle. Whenever the ESEC Lockout feature is active,
" - -" will appear inany display window (See Figure 7).
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Figure6
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setting surfaceControls
Models with Ceramic Glass Cooktop (continued)
Element On & Hot Surface indicator Lights (models without ESEC) OFF
Your range is equipped with two different types of radiant surface control indicator lights that Io hi
will glow on your range-- the Element On indicator light and the Hot Surface indicator lights
(See Figure 1). 8
The Element On indicator lights are located on the control panel above each radiant element
control knob and will glow when a surface element is turned ON. A quick glance at this indicator 7
light after cooking is an easy check to be sure ALL surface controls are turned OFR The Hot
Surface indicator light located on the control panel will glow when any surface cooking area 4 6
heats up and will REMAIN ON until the glass cooktop has cooled to a MODERATE level, med Figure 1
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 smoothtop. Cycling at the Hi setting isnormal and will occur more often ifthe cookware is
too small for the radiant element or ifthe cookware bottom is not flat.
Hot Surface
Surface Chaude
Operating Single Radiant Surface Elements (all models)
Depending on your model, your cooktop is equipped with 2, 3 or 4 Single Radiant Surface Elements.
To Operate the Single Surface Elements:
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 (Figure 1). Turn the knob to adjust the
setting ifdesired. 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.
3. When cooking has completed, turn the surface control knob to OFF before removing the cookware.Note: The Surface
Indicator light located on the control panel will come on when the control knob will be turn on and will continue to glow until
the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level. The light may remain on even though the controls are turned OFF.
Note: See Figure 6 on page 10 for recommended control settings.
Operating the Dual Surface Radiant Element (some models)
Model A isequipped with 1 Dual Radiant Surface Element at right front position
(See Figure 2). Model B isequipped with 2 dual radiant surface element located
at the right front and left front positions (See Figure 3). Symbols on the control
panel are used to indicatewhich coil of the dual radiant element will heat. The O
indicates that only the inner coil will heat (Figures 2, 3 and 4). The (_
symbol
symbol indicatesthat both innerand outer coils will heat (Figu res5, 6and 7).You
may switch from either coil setting at any time during cooking.
To Operate the Dual Surface Element:
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the dual surface element.
2. Push in and turn the control knob counterclockwise (See Figure 4) for
smaller cookware or clockwise (See Figure 7) for larger cookware.
3. Turn the knob toadjust the setting ifneeded. Start most cooking operations
on a higher setting and then turn to a lowersetting 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 indicatesthe cookware istoo small for the surface heating area.
4. When cooking has completed, turn the surface control knob to OFF before
removing the cookware. Note: The Surface Indicator light located on the
control panel will come on when the control knob will be turn on and will
continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate
Element configuration, appearance and
graphics of cooktops may be differents
Figure 2 -Model A
Figure 3 -Model B
Small Large
Petit O F FGrand
ohi hi @
Figure 5 -Model A
Figure 6 -Model B
Small Large
Peti_ (} F F Grand
ohi hi @
level. The light may remain on even though the controls are turned OFF. _ ,, 2 ,,,,2
',e •'',o • "
Note: See Figure 6 on page 10 for recommended control settings. Io Io Io Io
Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after Figure 4 Figure 7
they have been turned off. The Hot surface indicator light orthe HE message (models with ESEC)will come on and will continue
to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level. The glass surface may still be hot and bums may occur
if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled sufficiently.
9

Setting Surface Controls
Models with Ceramic Glass Cooktop (continued)
Operating the Bridge Surface Radiant Element (some models)
The "Bridge" surface element islocatedatthe left front and middle positions. The
Bridge can be used when cooking with rectangular (like a griddle) or oval shaped
cookware. The element will maintain an even temperature setting across both
portions of the Bridge. ifneeded for normal cookware, the Bridge element can
work likea single element without the Bridge.
Bridge element operation symbols are located on the control panel on each side
of the Bridge element control knob. These symbols indicatethe direction to turn
the control knob when operating the Bridge element. The symbol 0 indicates
that only the single portion of the Bridge element will heat (see figure 2). The
symbol _ indicatesthat both the single and Bridge portions of the element will
heat together (see figure 4).You may switch from either of these settings at any
time during cooking with the Bridge element.
Element configuration, appearance and
graphics of cooktops may be differents
o
Front Bridge
Avant Pont
OFF
hi hi
Figure 1
To Operate the Bridge Surface Elements:
t. Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob counterclockwise to heat the
portion of the Bridge element for normal shaped cookware or clockwise for Figure 2
larger or rectangular shaped cookware.
3. Turn the knob to adjust the setting ifneeded. 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
indicatesthe cookware istoo small for the surface heating area.
4. When cooking has completed, tum the surface control knob to OFF before removing the cookware.
Note: The Surface indicatorlight will come on when the control knob will be turn on and will continue to
Figure 4
Figure 5
glow untiltheglass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level.The light may remainon even though the controls are turned OFF.
The BRIDGE element may also be used in combination with the left rear single element (see figure 5). Because these element have
2 different controls, one element can be used to cook while the other element may be used to keep food warm.
Surface Cooking Settings
Usethechart(Figure6)t_determinethec_rrectsettingf_rthekind_ff__dy_uareprepar_ng_ _ Radiant surface
elements may appear to have
Note:Thesizeandtypeofcookwareusedwillinfluencethesettingneededforbestcooking cooled after they have been
results, turned off. The Hot surface
Recommended Settings for Single, Bridge and indicatorlightorthe HE message
Dual Surface Elements (models with ESEC)will come on
and will continue toglow until the
Setting Type of Cooking glass cooktop has cooled down
to a moderate level. The glass
HiGH (Hi) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling
MEDIUM HIGH (5-8) Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry
MEDIUM(5)
MEDIUM LOW (2- 4)
LOW (Lo- 2)
Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies, steam vegetables
Keep foods cooking, poach, stew
Keep warm, melt, simmer
surface may still be hot and
burns may occur if the glass
surface istouched before it has
cooled sufficiently.
Do not place
plastic items such as salt and
Figure 1 pepper shakers, spoon holders
or plastic wrappings on top of
the range when it is in use.
These itemscould melt or ignite.
Potholders, towels or wooden
spoons could catch fire ifplaced
too close tothesurface elements.
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Models with Ceramic Glass Cooktop (continued)
Setting Warm Zone Controls (some models)
To Operate the warm zone
Your appliance is equipped with a warm zone. The purpose of the warm zone is to keep hot cooked foods at serving
temperature. Always start with hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold food on the warm zone.
Use the warm zone to keep cooked foods hot such as: vegetables, gravies, casseroles, soups, stews, breads, pastries
and oven-safe dinner
All food placed on the warm 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 warp to cover
food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very difficult to clean.
Use only dishware, utensils and cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use on the warm zone.
Unlike the surface elements, the warm zone will not glow red when it is hot. Always use potholders or oven mitts
when removing food from the warm zone as cookware and plates will not be hot.
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Appearance and graph- I
ics may be differents 1
Indicator Light
OFF hi
med
Indicator Lights
The Hot Surface indicator light is located above or
below the warm zone control. It turns on when the
control is set and will continue to glow until the glass
cooktop has cooled down to moderate level.
To Set theWarm Zone Control
1. To set the control, push in and turn the knob. The
temperatures are approximate, and are designated
by hi, reed and Io. However, the control can be set
at any position between hi and Io for different
levels of heating.
2. When done, turn the control to OFF position. The
warm zone will remain warm until the hot surface
indicator light goes off.
Temperature Selection
Refer to the chart for recommended heating levels. If a particular food is not listed,
start with the medium level, and adjust as needed. Most food can be kept at serving
temperatures by using the medium level.
Warm Zone
Element configuration, appearance
and graphics of cooktops may be
differents
Warm Zone Recommended Food
Settings Chart
Food Item Heating
Level
Io
Io
Io
Breads/Pastries
Casseroles
Dinner Plate with Food
Eggs Io
Gravies Io
Meats med
Sauces med
Soups (cream) med
Stews med
Vegetables med
Fried Foods hi
Hot Beverages hi
Soups (liquid) hi
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Surface Cooking (Continued)
Selecting Surface
Cooking Cookware
Cookware should have flat bottoms that
make good contact with the entire surface
heating element. Check for flatness by
rotating a ruler across the bottom of the
cookware (See Figure 1). Be sure tofollow
the recommendations for using cookware
as shown in Figure 2.
Note: The size and type ofcookware used
will influence the setting needed for best
cooking results. Figure 1
Cookware Material types
The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is
transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The most
popular materials available are:
*CORRECT iNCORRECT
t t
• Fiat bottom and straight
sides.
• Tight fitting lids.
• Weight of handle does not
tilt pan. Pan is well
balanced.
e Pan sizes match the
amount of food to be
prepared and the size of
the surface element.
® Made of a material that
conducts heat well,
• Easy to clean.
® Always match pot diameter
to element surface
diameter.
o Curved and warped pan
bottoms.
44_
® Pan overhangs element by
more than one-half inch.
4.1 I_
• Pan is smaller than
element.
® Heavy handle tilts pan.
Figure 2
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 glass 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.
Air Circulation in the Oven
For best air circulation and baking results allow 2-4" (5-10 cm) around the
cookware for properaircirculation 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 circulate around the pans and cookware in the oven for even heat
to reach around the food.
1 Oven Rack
12 Multiple Oven Racks

_This range has a fan that will turn "ON" and "OFF" by itself to keep the electronics cool. it may
continue to run after the range has been turned "OFF", but may also stop immediately and then turn "ON" after
a while.
Oven Vent Location =Models with
Coil Elements
The oven isvented through the right
rear coil element. When the oven is
on, warm air is released through the
vent. This venting is necessary for
proper air circulation in the oven and
good baking results. DO NOT block
the vent. Doing somaycause cooking
failures, fire or damage to the
appliance.
Oven Vent Location
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Oven Vent Location -Models with
Ceramic Glass Cooktop
The oven vent islocated at right rear
of the surface cooktop. When the
oven ison, hot airis released through
the vents. This venting is necessary
for proper air circulation in the oven
and good baking results. DO NOT
block the vent. Doing so may cause
cooking failures, fire or damage tothe
appliance.
Oven Vent Loca_
Removing and 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.
Rack
......... positions
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Arranging Oven Racks
ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven
mitts when the oven is hot. RECOMMENDED RACK POSITIONS FOR
BROILING, BAKING & ROASTING
Food Rack position
Broiling meats, chicken or fish 3 or 4
Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits &muffins
1 rack 2 or 3
Multiple racks 2 & 4
Frozen pies, angel food cake, yeast, bread, 1 or 2
casseroles, small cuts of meat or poultry
Turkey, roast or ham 1
Note: Always use caution when removing food.
Figure 1
Refer to the Electronic Oven Control Guide for oven settings.
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Arranging Warmer (Warm & Ready TM) Drawer Rack Positions
The rack can be used in 2 ways:
Inthe upright position toallow low profile food items to be placed both underand
on top of the rack (for example, rolls or biscuits on top of the rack and a casserole
dish underneath).
Inthe downward position toallow you to place light weight food items and empty
dishware (for example, rolls or pastries and dinner plates) on the rack.
Set the Warmer Drawer Rack in either position as shown in figure 1.
Operating the Warmer Drawer
The purpose of the Warmer Drawer is to keep hot cooked foods at serving
temperature. Always start with hot food. It isnot recommended to heat cold food in
the Warmer Drawer. All food placed in the Warmer Drawer should be covered with
alidor 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 inthe Warmer Drawer.
Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from the
Warmer Drawer as cookware and plates will be hot and you can be burned.
Warmer Drawer Temperature Selection
Recommended Warmer Drawer settings table is shown in Figure 2. If a particular
food isnot listed, start with the MED setting. If more crispness isdesired, 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 instance, meat with 2 vegetables and rolls), use the HI setting. To avoid heat
loss, do not open the Warmer Drawer wNe in use.
To Set the Warmer Drawer Controls:
indicator Light
The indicator light is located above the thermostat control. It turns on when the
control is set, and stays on until the control is turned off. The warmer drawer is
inoperableduring the self-clean cycle. The indicatorlight will not come on during the
self-clean cycle.
©
OFF hi
reed
Warming Drawer
Tiroir R*_chaud
Appearence and
graphics may be
differents
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 desig-
nated by MAX, MED and MIN. The control can be set to the
three settings, or anywhere between.
1. Select the temperature setting.
2. For best results, preheat the drawer before adding food.
An empty drawer will reach the Hi setting in about 18
minutes, the Med setting in about 15 minutes and the
MIN setting in about 12 minutes.
3. When done, turn the thermostat control to OFF position.
Drawer
Rack in upward
_osition
Warmer Drawer
Rack in downward
Figure 1 /position
Warmer Drawer recommended
Food Settings Table
Food item Setting
Bacon hi
Hamburger Patties hi
Poultry hi
Pork Chops hi
Fried Foods hi
Pizza hi
Gravies med
Casseroles med
Eggs med
Roasts (Beef, Pork, Lamb) reed
Vegetables med
Biscuits med
Rolls, hard med
Pastries med
Rolls (soft) Io
Empty Dinner Plates Io
Figure 2
Note: The Warmer Drawer is inoperable during the self=clean cycle.
Note: The warmer drawer is equipped with a latch which may require extra force when opening and closing the drawer.
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Oven Baking
For best cooking results, heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies or pastries, etc... There is no need to
preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles.
The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance.
Baking Problems and Solutions Chart
Baking Problems Causes Corrections
Cookies and
biscuits burn on
the bottom.
Cakes too dark
on top or bottom.
Cakes not done
in the center.
Cakes not level.
Foods not done
when cooking
time is up.
• Cookies and biscuits put into
the oven before the preheating
time is completed.
• Oven rack overcrowded.
• Dark pan absorbs heat too fast.
Cakes put intothe oven before
preheating time iscompleted.
Rack position too high or low.
Oven too hot.
• Oven too hot.
Incorrect pan size.
Pan not centered in oven.
• Range notlevel.
• Pan too close to oven wall or
rack overcrowded.
• Pan warped.
• Oven toocool.
Oven overcrowded.
Oven door opened too
frequently.
Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature
before placing food in oven.
Choose pan sizes that will permit 5.1 cm to 10.2 cm (2"
to 4") of air space on all sides when placed in the oven.
Use a medium-weight aluminum baking sheet.
• Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature
before placing food inthe oven.
Use proper rack position for baking needs.
Set oven temperature 25°F/12°C lower than recom-
mended.
Set oven temperature 25°F/12°C lower than
recommended.
Use pan size suggested in recipe.
Use proper rack position and place pan so there is5.1
cm to 10.2 cm (2" to 4") of space on all sides of pan.
• Place a marked glass measuring cup filled with water
on the center of the oven rack. If the water level is
uneven, refer to the installation instructionsfor leveling
the range.
Be sure to allow 5.1 cm to 10.2 cm (2" to 4") of
clearance on all sides of each pan in the oven.
Do not use pans that are dented or warped.
Set oven temperature 25°F/12°C higher than suggested
and bake for the recommended time.
Be sure to remove all pans from the oven except the
ones to be used for baking.
Open oven door only after shortest recommended
baking time.
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Broiling
Broiling isa method of cooking tender cuts of meat by direct heat under the broil element of the oven.
Open door
to the "Broil Stop"
position when broiling.
Preheating
Preheating is suggested when searing rare steaks. (Remove the broiler pan before
preheating. Foods will stick if placed on hot metal.) To preheat, set the oven control(s) to
BROIL as instructed in the Electronic Oven Control Guide. Wait for the element to become
red-hot, usually about 2 minutes. Preheating isnot necessary when broiling meats well-done.
To Broil
Broil on one side until the food isbrowned; turn and cook on the second side. Season and
serve. Always pull rack out to the "stop" position before turning or removing food.
Always pull oven rack out
to the "stop" position be-
fore turning or removing
food.
Determining Broiling Times
Broiling times vary, so watch the food closely. Time not only depends on the distance from
the element, but on the thickness and aging of meat, fat content and doneness preferred. The
first side usually requires a few minutes longer than the second. Frozen meats also require
additional time.
Broiling Tips
The broiler pan and itsgrid allow dripping grease to drain and be kept away from the
high heat of the broiler.
DO NOT use the pan without its grid. DO NOT cover the grid with foil. The
exposed grease could ignite.
Should an oven fire occur, close the oven door and turn off the oven.
If the fire continues, throw baking soda on the fire or use a fire extinguisher. DO NOT
put water or flour on the fire. Flour may be explosive.
Grid
Broiler Clean=UpTips:
• To make cleaning easier, line the bottom of the broiler pan with aluminum foil. DO NOT cover the broiler grid with foil.
To prevent grease from baking on, remove the broiler pan from the oven as soon as cooking is completed. Use hot pads
because the broiler pan isextremely hot. Pour off grease. Soak the pan in HOT, soapy water.
Clean the broiler pan as soon as possible after each use. If necessary, use soap-filled steel wool pads. Heavy scouring
may scratch the grid.
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Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range
Beforecleaningany partof the range,be sureall controlsareturned OFF and the range isCOOL. REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY
SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANING WILL REDUCE THE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANING LATER.
Surfaces How to Clean
Aluminum &Vinyl Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
Painted and Plastic Control
Knobs, Body Parts, and
DecorativeTrim
Using asoftcloth, clean with mild dishdetergent and waterora 50/50 solution ofvinegarand water.
Follow by rinsing the area with clean water; dry and polish with a soft cloth. Glass cleaners may
be used ifsprayed on a softcloth first. DO NOT spray liquids directly on the control pad and display
area. Donot use large amounts of water on the control panel - excess water on the control area
maycause damage tothe appliance. Donotuse other liquid cleaners, abrasive cleaners, scouring
pads, or paper towels -they will damage the finish. To remove control knobs, turn to the OFF
position; grasp firmly and pull straight off the shaft. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the
flat sides of both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Stainless Steel (some mod-
els) Oven Door & Drawer
Front Panel and Decorative
Trim
Surface Elements and Drip
Bowls (some models)
Clean stainless steel with hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a
cloth. Do not use cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides or chlorines. Do not
use harsh scrubbing cleaners. Only use kitchen cleaners that are especially made for
cleaning stainless steel. Always be sure to rinse the cleaners from the surface as bluish
stains may occur during heating that cannot be removed.
Surface elements can be unplugged and removed to make cleaning the drip bowls easier.
The surface elements clean themselves when they are turned on. Food spilled on a hot
element will burn off. Food spilled on a cold element can be cleaned with a damp cloth any
remaining soil will burn off the next time element isused. NEVER IMMERSE ASURFACE
ELEMENT IN WATER. To remove surface element and drip bowls, follow the instructions
under General Cleaning.
To clean drip bowls, wash in hot, soapy water or in the dishwasher. Rinse and dry while still
warm. Hard-to-remove, burned-on soils can be removed by soaking the drip bowls for about
20 minute in a slightly diluted liquid cleanser or solution made of equal parts ammonia and
water. A nylon scrubber may be used after soaking. DO NOT use abrasive cleanser or steel
wool, as they will scratch the surface. Always rinse with clean water and polish, and dry with
a soft cloth. To replace drip bowls and surface elements, follow the instructions under
General Cleaning.
Porcelain Enamel
Broiler Pan and Insert,
Cooktop, Surface under
Cooktop, Door Liner, Body
Parts and Warmer Drawer
and Drawer Cavity
Oven
Racks
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1 solution
of clear water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked
paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, and then scrub
with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or
the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners
on the cooktop.
Oven racks should be removed, or else their finish will dull and their color turn slightly
blue. Ifthey do go through the self-clean cycle, wait until the oven has cooled, then remove
the oven racks and rub their sides with wax paper or a cloth containing a small amount of baby
or salad oil; this will make the oven racks glide easier back in and out of their positions.
Oven door Toclean oven door, wash with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth. DO NOT immerse the door
in water.
DO NOT clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a woven material, on
self cleaning models, which is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub,
damage or remove the gasket.
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Coil
Be careful
not to bend terminal ends
when replacing elements
after cleaning.
Surface Element (some models)
To Remove and Replace Surface Elements and Drip Bowls
ATTENTION: Never leave covers on the coil elements as they could be permanently damaged
if the coil is turned on by accident.
Prior to cleaning the coil elements make sure they are cold and that control knobs are
turned to OFF
Coil elements clean themselves when they are turned on.
Coil elements and drip bowls are removable and allow to clean the drip bowls.
To remove a coil element, push against the front edge and lift element up and out.
To clean by hand, wash the drip bowls in hot sudsy water. For hard to remove spots, use nylon
scrubber with soap. Rinse and dry will still warm.
Never immerse coil elements in water.
To Raise the Cooktop for Cleaning
1. Grasp the sides and lift from the front. A lift-up rod will support the top in its raised position.
Only lift the top high enough to allow the support rod to rest in place under the front of the
cooktop.
2. Clean underneath using a clean cloth and hot, soapy water.
3. To lower the top, lift the top slightly and lower the rod. Lower the range top down into the
range frame.
When lowering the lift-up range top, grasp the sides with fingertips only. Be careful not to pinch
fingers. DO NOT drop or bend the range top when raising or lowering. This could damage the
surface.
A rod swings up to support the
top for cleaning underneath.
Porcelain enamel cooktop cleaning instructions (some models)
Do not use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can
chemically damage the cooking surface.
Before cleaning the surface cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop iscool.
DO NOT use commercial oven cleaners on the exterior surfaces including rangetop and door frame.
Correct and consistent cleaning is essential to maintaining your porcelain enamel cooktop. If food spills and grease spatters are
not removed, they may burn onto the surface of the cooktop and cause permanent discoloration.
Daily Cleaning
For normal soil:
1. Allow cooktop surface to cool.
2. Wipe off spills and spatters using a clean paper towel or a clean cloth with warm, soapy water.
3. If needed, use a soapy steel wool pad or other mild household cleaners.
4. Be sure to rinse off the cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating.
For heavy, burned-on soil:
1. Allow cooktop surface to cool.
2. Use a soap filled scouring pad with warm water or cover heavily soiled spots with a solution of clear water and ammonia.
Scour gently. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
3. If any soil remains, apply a few drops of a recommended cooktop cleaning cream on the spots and rub gently using a clean
damp cloth or scouring pad. Buff with a dry cloth until all soil and cream are removed. Frequent cleaning with the cooktop
cleaning cream leaves a protective coating which helps in preventing scratches and abrasions.
For sugary spillovers:
Sugary spills can chemically damage your cooktop surface. Therefore, you must begin cleaning the spills while the cooktop is
still hot. Use caution when following the steps below.
1. Turn off all surface units and remove all pans immediately.
2. Wearing an oven mitt, wipe up carefully or move hot spills away from the element area with a clean damp cloth.
3. Allow the cooktop to cool. Follow the instructionsabove for heavy, burned-on soil.
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Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance (some models)
Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your Ceramic glass cooktop
Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply the recommended CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Creme to the ceramic
surface. Clean and buff with a non abrasive cloth or pad. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. The
special cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions.
f_,_ f_, Sliding aluminum or copper clad bottom pans on the cooktop can cause metal mark-
ings on the cooktop surface. These marks should be removed immediately after the
cooktop has cooled using the cooktop cleaning cream. Metal marks can become
permanent if not removed prior to future use.
Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic or glass) with rough bottoms can mark or scratch
the cooktop surface. Do not slide anything metal or glass across the cooktop. Do
not use your cooktop as a cutting board or work surface in the kitchen. Do not cook
foods directly on the cooktop surface without a pan. Do not drop heavy or hard
objects on the glass cooktop, or they may crack it.
Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL.
DO NOT use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can
chemically damage the ceramic glass surface.
Cleaning Recommendations for the Ceramic Glass Cooktop
For light to moderate soil:
Apply a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Creme directly to the cooktop. Use a paper towel or a Multi-
Purpose No Scratch Scrub Sponge to clean the entire cooktop surface. Make sure the cooktop is cleaned
thoroughly, leaving no residue. Do not use the sponge you use to clean the cooktop for any other purpose.
For heavy, burned on soil:
First, clean the surface as described above. Then, if soils remain, carefully scrape soils with a metal razor
blade scraper, holding scraper at a 30 degree angle to the surface. Remove loosened
soils with cooktop cleaning cream and buff surface clean.
Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur if you use any scrub
pad other than a Multi-Purpose No Scratch Scrub Sponge.
Plastic or foods with a high sugar content:
These types of soils need be removed immediately ifspilled or melted onto the ceramic
cooktop surface. Permanent damage (such as pitting of the cooktop surface) may occur
if not removed immediately. After turning the surface elements OFF, use a razor blade
scraper or a metal spatula with a mitt and scrape the soil from the hot surface (as
illustrated). Allow the cooktop to cool, and use the same method for heavy or burned on
soils. Do not use the following on the ceramic glass cooktop:
= Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads, such as metal and some nylon
pads. They may scratch the cooktop, making it more difficult to clean.
= Do not use harsh cleaners, such as chlorine bleach, ammonia or oven cleaners, as
they may etch or discolor the cooktop.
•Do not use dirty sponges, cloths or paper towels, as they can leave soil or lint on the
cooktop which can burn and cause discoloration.
Special Caution for Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Cooking Utensils
=Aluminum foil: Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop. Do not use under any
circumstances.
•Aluminum utensils:Since the melting point of aluminum is much lower than that of
other metals, care must be taken when aluminum pots or pans are used. Pans that boil
dry may permanently damage cooktop by breaking, fusing to, or marking it.
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Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel (Some IVlodels)
Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts. Special care and cleaning are required for maintaining the
appearance of stainless parts. Please refer to the table provided at the beginning of the GeneraJ Care & CJeaning section in
this Use & Care Guide.
Oven Cleaning
Cleaning the Manual Clean Oven (non self-clean oven, some models)
Make sure the oven iscool and that all control knobs are et OFF position. Cleaning the oven is
a lot easier when the door isremoved.
1. Remove the oven door; see under To Remove and Replace the Oven Door section.
2. Empty the oven including the racks.
3. You can wash the broiler pan, grid and racks in the kitchen sink.
4. Clean oven liningthoroughly with soap and a wet cloth and wipe with a dry cloth.
To remove burned-on fat on oven walls, moisten soiled parts with household ammonia, using a
wet cloth. Follow suggested manufacturer's cleaning method. (Do not remove the oven door
when using ammonia.)
Complete cleaning with a damp cloth and use a fine steel wool scouring agent ifnecessary.
The lower element can be moved up for cleaning purposes.
5. Replace racks in the oven. Reinstall oven door.
Cleaning the Self-Clean Oven (some models)
Adhere to the following cleaning precautions:
- Allow the oven to cool before cleaning.
- Wear rubber gloves when cleaning any exterior parts of the oven manually.
During the self-clean cycle, the outside of the wall oven can become very hot to the touch. DO NOT leave small
children unattended near the appliance.
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.
Before cleaning any part of the oven, be sure the electronic oven control isturned off or else push CANCEL
pad. Wait until the oven is cool.
DO NOT use commercial oven cleaners or oven protective coatings in or around any art of the self-cleaning oven. DO NOT
clean the oven door gasket. The gasket on the oven door is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage
or move the gasket. DO NOT use any cleaning materials on the gasket. Doing so could damage it. DO NOT use aluminum
foil to Jine the oven bottom. This may affect cooking or foil could melt and damage the oven surface.
A self-cleaning oven cleans itselfwith high temperatures (well above cooking temperatures) which eliminate soil completely or
reduce itto a fin powdered ash you can which away with damp cloth.
Preparing the Oven for Self-Cleaning
1.Remove all excess spillovers in the oven cavity before starting the self-cleaning cycle. To clean, use hot soapy water and a
cloth. Large spillovers can cause heavy smoke or fire when subjected to high temperatures. DO NOT allow food spills with a
high sugar or acid content (such as tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to
remain on the surface as they may cause a dull spot even after cleaning.
2.Clean any soil from the oven frame and the door liner (see illustration).These areas heat -- Do Hand
sufficiently during self-cleaning cycle to burn soil on. Clean with soap and water. CleanFrame
3.Remove the broiler pan and insert, all utensils and any foil. These items do not with-
stand high cleaning temperatures
4.Oven racks may be left in the oven or may be removed. If they go through the clean
cycle, their color will turn slightly dull. After the cycle is completed and the oven has
cooled, rub the sides of the racks with wax paper or a cloth containing a small amount of Do Hand Do Not
Clean Door Hand
baby oil or salad oil. This will make the racks glide easier. _ CleanSeal
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