Frigidaire GAS RANG User manual

P/N 316000655 (9905)
OWNER’S GUIDE
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GAS RANGE
Sealed Surface Burners,
Porcelain Enamel or
Continuous Cleaning Oven Interior
Contents
Product Registration ...................................................................................................... 2
Versión en español ....................................................................................................... 2
Version française........................................................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................................3-4
Grounding Instructions ................................................................................................. 4
Setting the Clock and Minute Timer ............................................................................. 5
Flame Size ..................................................................................................................... 6
Proper Burner Adjustments .......................................................................................... 6
Setting Surface Controls................................................................................................ 6
Before Setting Oven Controls ........................................................................................ 7
Setting Oven Controls ................................................................................................... 8
Oven Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 9-10
General Cleaning ................................................................................................... 11--13
Changing Oven Light ................................................................................................... 13
Avoid Service Checklist............................................................................................ 14-15
Warranty ....................................................................................................................... 16

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Thank you for choosing this appliance. The information contained within
this Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for
your range. Please read through the information contained in your literature
pack to learn more about your new appliance.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers found on the
right side of the oven front frame in the storage compartment or on the oven
floor shield.
Model Number: _____________________________________________________
Serial Number: ______________________________________________________
Date of Purchase: ___________________________________________________
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT
REGISTRATION CARD should be filled
in completely, signed and returned to
Frigidaire Home Products.
© 1998 White Consolidated Industries
All rights reserved
Product Registration
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Frigidaire Company
P. O. Box 9061
Dublin, Ohio 43017-0961
This Owner's Guide contains general operating instructions for your range
and feature information for several models. Your range may not have all the
described features.
Note: The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide 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.
If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
 WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
 Do not try to light any appliance.
 Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone
in your building.
 Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
 If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
 Installationand servicemust beperformed by aqualified
installer, servicer or the gas supplier.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.
Here is a brief explanation of the use of these symbols.
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-Besureyourapplianceisproperlyinstalled
and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with
the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.latest edition, or in
Canada CAN/CGA B149.1, and CAN/CGA B149.2, and the
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70latest edition, or
in Canada CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electricl Code Part
1, and local code requirements. Install only per installation
instructions provided in the literature package for this range.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an
authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the 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,
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 seriously
injured.
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, broiler compartment,
near surface burners, broiler compartment 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.
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.
DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS, AREAS NEAR THESE
BURNERS, OVEN BURNERS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE
OVEN. Both surface and oven burners may be hot even though
flames are not visible. Areas near surface burners may become
hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch,
or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas
until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these areas
are the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, the oven vent
openings and surfaces near these openings, oven door and
window.
Wear Proper ApparelLoose-fitting or hanging garments
should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let
clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces.
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 potholders
touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or 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ELECTRICIGNITIONMODELS ONLY: Do not attempt
to operate the oven during a power failure. If the power fails,
always turn off the oven. If the oven is not turned off and the
power resumes, the oven will begin to operate again. Once the
power resumes, reset the clock and oven function.
All ranges can tip.
Injury to persons could result.
Install anti-tip device packed with range.
See Installation Instructions.
To reduce the risk of tipping,
the range must be secured by properly installed
anti-tip bracket provide with the range. To
check if the bracket is installed properly, visually
check that rear leveling leg is inserted into and
fullysecuredbythe anti-tip bracket by removing
lower panel or storage drawer. For models
with a warmer drawer or broiler drawer, grasp
the top rear edge of the range and carefully
attempt to tilt it forward. Refer to the
Installation Instructions for proper anti-tip
bracket installation.
Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or
drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and 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, broiler compartment or
warmer drawer for storage.

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
COOKTOP
Use Proper Flame SizeAdjust flame size so it
does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The use of
undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to
direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper
relationship of utensil to flame will also improve efficiency.
Know which knob controls each surface burner. Place a pan
of food on the burner before turning it on, and turn the burner
off before removing the pan.
Always turn knob to the full LITE position when igniting top
burners. Visually check that burner has lit. Then adjust the
flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil.
Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend
Over Adjacent Surface BurnersTo reduce the risk of burns,
ignitionof flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional
contact with the utensil, the handle of the utensil should be
positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over
adjacent surface burners.
Never Leave Surface Burners Unattended at High Heat
SettingsBoilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that
may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt.
Protective LinersDo not use aluminum foil to line surface
burner pans, or oven bottom, except as suggested in this
manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk
of electric shock, or fire.
Glazed Cooking UtensilsOnly certain types of glass, glass/
ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden
change in temperature. Check the manufacturers
recommendations for cooktop use.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
OVEN
Use Care When Opening Oven Door or Warmer Drawer
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
below the backguard. Touching the surfaces in this area when
the oven is operating may cause severe burns. Also, do not place
plastic or heat-sensitive items on or near the oven vent. These
items could melt or ignite.
Placement of Oven Racks. Always place oven racks in desired
location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is
hot use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack with
both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot
heating elements in the oven. Remove all utensils from the rack
before moving.
Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan
and its insert allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from
the high heat of the broiler.
Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil. Exposed
fat and grease could ignite.
IMPORTANTINSTRUCTIONSFORCLEANINGYOUR
RANGE
Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that
could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath
each surface element. Do not allow grease to accumulate. Refer
to the hood manufacturers instructions for cleaning.
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.
CONTINUOUS CLEANING OVENS
Do Not Use Oven Cleaners on the oven liner or any of the
continuous cleaning surfaces. Continuous cleaning surfaces
can be identified by their rough surface finish.
Grounding Instructions
(electric ignition models only)
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Do not use
an adapter plug, an extension cord, or remove grounding prong
from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire or death.
This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong
grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and
should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle.
DO NOT cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.
For personal safety, the range must be properly grounded. For
maximum safety, the power cord must be plugged into an
electrical outlet that is correctly polarized and properly grounded.
DO NOT Operate the range using a 2-prong adapter or an
extension cord. If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the only available
outlet, it is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have it
replacedwithaproperly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed
by a qualified electrician.
See the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS packaged with this range
for complete installation and grounding instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Setting the Clock and
Minute Timer
(some models)
Your model may be equipped with the clock and minute timer shown below.
To set the clock and minute timer, follow these instructions:
To Set the Clock
When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has
been interrupted, "12:00" will flash in the display window.
1. Slide switch C (CLOCK/TIMER) to the CLOCK position.
2. Push in and hold button A (HOUR) until the correct hour appears in the
display. (The numbers will only count forward.)
3. Push in and hold button B (MINUTE) until the correct minutes appear in the
display.
To Set the Minute Timer
1. Slide switch C (CLOCK/TIMER) to the TIMER position, "0:59" (59 MINUTES)
will appear in the display window. The timer can be set for any amount of
time from 1 minute to 1 hour and 59 minutes.
2.  To set a time more than 59 minutes, push in and release button A (HOUR).
The timer will jump in at the maximum 1 hour and 59 minutes. The time
can now be adjusted down by pushing in and holding button B (MINUTE)
until the correct time appears in the display window.
 To set a time less than 59 minutes, push in and hold button B (MINUTE)
until the correct minutes appear in the display. (The minute timer will
automatically start when the button is released.)
3. When the set time has passed, the control will display "0:00" and beep
continuously. Slide switch C (CLOCK/TIMER) to the CLOCK position to
cancel the timer and return to the clock mode.

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For most cooking, start on the highest control setting and then turn to a lower
one to complete the process. Use the chart below as a guide for determining
proper flame size for various types of cooking. The size and type of utensil used
and the amount of food being cooked will influence the setting needed for
cooking.
For deep fat frying,use a thermometer and adjust the surface control knob
accordingly. If the fat is too cool, the food will absorb the fat and be greasy.
If the fat is too hot, the food will brown so quickly that the center will be
undercooked. Do not attempt to deep fat fry too much food at once as the food
will neither brown nor cook properly.
*Flame Size Type of Cooking
High Flame Start most foods; bring water to a boil; pan broiling
Medium Flame Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces, gravies; steam
Low Flame Keep foods cooking; poach; stew
*These settings are based on using medium-weight aluminum pans with
lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.
Never extend the flame beyond the
outer edge of the utensil. A higher
flame simply wastes heat and energy,
and increases your risk of being burned
by the flame.
Proper Burner
Adjustments
Setting Surface
Controls
Flame Size
The controls shown below may not
look identical to the Surface Controls
knobs on your range; They are only
representational.
The color of the flame is the key to proper burner adjustment. A good flame
is clear, blue and hardly visible in a well-lighted room. Each cone of flame
should be steady and sharply defined. Adjust or clean burner if flame is yellow-
orange. To clean burner, see instructions under General Cleaning.
Your range is equipped with 4 standard burners, 2 standard and 2 large
burners, or 3 standard and 1 large burner. Regardless of size, always select a
utensil that is suitable for the amount and type of food being prepared. Select
a burner and flame size appropriate to the pan. Never allow flames to extend
beyond the outer edge of the pan.
For models equipped with the large burners, the larger burner is best used
when bringing large quantities of liquid to temperature and when preparing
larger quantities of food.
Each burner lights automatically from an electric ignitor each time a control
knob is turned to the LITE position.
To operate the surface burner:
1. Place cooking utensil on burner.
2. Push the Surface Control knob in and turn counterclockwise out of the OFF
position.
3. Release the knob and rotate to the LITE position. Note: All four electronic
ignitors will click at the same time. However, only the burner you are turning
on will ignite.
3. Visually check that the burner has lit.
4. Push the control knob in and turn counterclockwise to the desired flame
size. The control knobs do not have to be set at a particular mark. Use the
guides and adjust the flame as needed. DO NOT cook with the Surface Control
knob in the LITE position. (The electronic ignitor will continue to click if left in
the LITE position.)
In the event of an electrical power outage, the surface burners can be lit
manually. To light a surface burner, hold a lit match to the burner head, then
slowly turn the Surface Control knob to LITE. Use caution when lighting
surface burners manually.
Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers,
spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it is in use.
These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wood spoons could
catch fire if placed too close to a flame.

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Before Setting Oven
Controls
Arranging Oven Racks
(Some models may have one rack.) ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN
THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts
when using the oven.
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.
ARRANGING OVEN RACKS WITH 5
RACK POSITIONS
To bake on 1 rack, place the rack on
position 3 or 4. To bake on 2 racks,
place the racks on positions 2 and 4.
Oven Vent Location
The oven vent is located below the
backguard. When the oven is on, warm
air is released through the vents. This
venting is necessary for proper air
circulation in the oven and good baking
results.

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Thesurface controlsshown below may
not look identical to the surface
controls on your range. They are only
representational.
Bake
1. Arrange oven racks while the oven is still cool. See "Arranging Oven Racks"
under Before Setting Oven Controls.
2. Push in and turn the Temperature Control knob to the desired temperature.
3. Preheat the oven for 10 to 12 minutes before baking. Preheating is not
necessary when roasting, cooking casseroles or broiling most foods.
4. When cooking is finished, turn the Temperature Control knob to OFF.
Broil
1. Slide broiler drawer out to the stop position.
2. Remove broiler pan and insert, Figure 1.
3. Always position rack before setting control, while range is cool.
4. Position rack by tilting front of rack up and pulling rack out from locating
holes in rear of broiler drawer. Reposition back of rack in the desired
locating holes and allow front of rack to slide down into the corresponding
slots in front of broiler drawer, Figure 2.
For rare meats, position the rack closer to the burner (upper position). For
medium foods use middle position. For well-done foods such as chicken,
lobster tails or thick cuts of meat, position the rack further from the burner
(lower position).
5. Place insert on broiler pan, then place meat on insert. DO NOT use the
broiler pan without the insert. DO NOT cover the insert with aluminum foil.
The exposed fat could ignite.
6. Place broiler pan on rack; make sure the broiler pan and insert is positioned
as shown, Figure 1.
7. Slide the broiler drawer all the way into the range.
8. Push in and turn the Temperature Control knob to BROIL.
9. Broil on one side until food is browned; turn and cook on the second side.
Season and serve. ALWAYS pull the broiler drawer out to the stop position
before turning or removing food.
10. When broiling is finished, turn the Temperature Control knob to OFF.
11. When removing broiler pan from broiler drawer always use pot holders.
DO NOT use the broiler drawer for storage. Items placed in the
broiler drawer will catch fire.
Should a broil fire occur, leave the broiler drawer closed and turn
the oven off. 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.
Setting Oven Controls
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 1

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Follow these cleaning precautions:
Allow the oven to cool before
cleaning.
Wear rubber gloves when cleaning
the appliance manually.
REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY
SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
REGULAR CLEANINGS WILL REDUCE
THE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANINGS
LATER.
Ammonia must be rinsed
before operating the oven. Provide
adequate ventilation.
DO NOT line the oven
walls, bottom, racks or any other
part of the appliance with aluminum
foil. Doing so will destroy heat
distribution, produce poor baking
resultsand cause permanentdamage
to the oven interior (aluminum foil
will melt to the interior surface of the
oven).
Oven Cleaning Porcelain Enamel Oven and Broiler Drawer
Porcelain has a smooth finish and is a type of glass fused to metal. Oven
cleaners can be used on all interior oven surfaces.
General Cleaning
Remove soils using hot, soapy water. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar
or acid content (such as milk, tomatoes, saukerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling)
to remain on the surface as they may cause a dull spot even after cleaning.
To Remove Heavy Soil
1. Allow a dish of ammonia to sit in the oven overnight or for several hours
with the oven door closed. Clean softened spots using hot, soapy water.
Rinse well with water and a clean cloth.
2. If soil remains, use a soap-filled scouring pad or a nonabrasive cleaner. If
necessary, use an oven cleaner following manufacturer's instructions. DO
NOT mix ammonia with other cleaners.
3. Clean any soil from the oven frame, the door liner outside the oven door
gasket and the small area at the front center of the oven bottom. Clean
with hot, soapy water. Rinse well using clean water and a cloth.
Adhere to the following precautions when using oven cleaners:
1. DO NOT spray on the electrical controls or switches because it could cause
a short circuit and result in sparking or fire.
2. DO NOT allow a film from the cleaner to build up on the temperature
sensing bulb; it could cause the oven to heat improperly. (The bulb is
located in the rear of the oven.) Carefully wipe the bulb clean after each
oven cleaning, being careful not to move the bulb. A change in its position
could affect how the oven bakes. Avoid bending the bulb and capillary
tube.
3. DO NOT spray any cleaner on the oven door trim or gasket, broiler drawer
glides, handles or any exterior surfaces of the range, plastic or painted
surfaces. The cleaner can damage these surfaces.
To Clean the Oven Bottom
The oven bottom in porcelain enamel oven models can be removed for
cleaning. See "To Remove and Replace Oven Bottom" under General Cleaning.
Clean using hot, soapy water, a mild abrasive cleanser, a soap-filled abrasive
pad or oven cleaner following manufacturer's instructions.

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REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY
SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
REGULAR CLEANINGS WILL REDUCE
THE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANINGS
LATER.
Oven Cleaning
(continued)
Continuous Cleaning Oven (some models)
Continuous cleaning ovens have a special coating which is a porous ceramic
material. This rough coating tends to prevent grease spatters from forming
little beads which run down the side walls leaving streaks that require hand
cleaning. Instead, when spatter hits the porous coating, it disperses and is
partially absorbed. This spreading action increases the exposure of oven soil to
heated air, making it less noticeable.
Soil may not disappear completely. Remaining soil will gradually fade with
continued oven use. The special coating works best on small amounts of
spatter. Larger spills, or spills generating from sugar, egg and dairy mixtures,
do not clean as well.
If difficult soils occur:
1. Remove the oven racks and cookware.
2. Remove soils by completing steps a or b below:
a) Use hot, soapy water and wash soils using a nylon-bristly brush or a nylon
mesh scouring pad. DO NOT rub or scrub with paper towels, cloths or
sponges. They will leave lint on the oven coating.
b) Apply ammonia with a sponge and dab it into the porous coating. Leave
the ammonia on the soiled area for 30 minutes.
3. Rinse with clear water.
4. Close the oven door and push in and turn the Temperature Control knob
to 450°F (230°C).
5. Operate oven for 15 minutes.
6. Remaining soil will fade with continued oven use.
To Clean the Oven Bottom
The oven bottom is not a continuous cleaning finish. Oven cleaners can be
used on the oven bottom only. Remove the oven bottom before using oven
cleaners. DO NOT get oven cleaner on any of the continuous cleaning surfaces.
Note: To remove or replace oven bottom, see "To Remove and Replace Oven
Bottom" under General Cleaning.
To clean, use hot, soapy water, a mild abrasive cleanser, a soap-filled abrasive
pad or oven cleaner (on the oven bottom only) following manufacturer's
instructions.
Ammonia must be rinsed
before operating the oven. Provide
adequate ventilation.
DO NOT use oven
cleaners, gritty cleansers, coarse
abrasivepads orbrushes, silicone sprays
or metal scrapers on the interior walls,
oven frame or ceiling of a continuous
cleaning oven. Permanent damage to
the oven may result.
DO NOT line the oven
walls, bottom, racks or any other part
of the appliance with aluminum
foil. Doing so will destroy heat
distribution, produce poor baking
results and cause permanent damage
to the oven interior (aluminum foil will
melt to the interior surface of the oven).
Adhere to the following cleaning
precautions:
Allow the oven to cool before
cleaning.
Wear rubber gloves when cleaning
the appliance manually.