Frigidaire Gallery 30” gcre3060af Freestanding Electric Range with Air Fry User Manual

Frigidaire Gallery 30” gcre3060af Freestanding Electric
Range with Air Fry User Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.

Do not attempt to install or operate your appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION statement based on the risk type.

Warnings and important instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised with installing, maintaining, or operating your appliance.

DEFINITIONS
⚠️This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

⚠️WARNING Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Verify the anti-tip device has been installed to floor or wall. Ensure the anti-tip device is re-engaged to floor or wall when the range is moved. Do not operate the range without the anti-tip device in place and engaged. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

To check if the anti-tip bracket is installed properly, use both arms to grasp the rear edge of the range back. Carefully attempt to tilt range forward. When properly installed, the range should not tilt forward. Refer to the anti-tip bracket installation instructions supplied with your range for proper installation.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT – Read and follow the below instructions and precautions for unpacking, installing, and servicing your appliance:

Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the appliance. Never allow children to play with packaging material. Do not remove the wiring label and other literature attached to the appliance. Do not remove model/ serial number plate.

Cold temperatures can damage the electronic control. When using this appliance for the first time, or when the appliance has not been used for an extended period of time, be sure the appliance has been in temperatures above 32ºF (0ºC) for at least 3 hours before turning on the power to the appliance.

Never modify or alter the construction of the appliance by removing the leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip brackets/screws, or any other part of the appliance.

Be sure to have an appropriate foam-type fire extinguisher available, visible, and easily accessible located near the appliance.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. In the United States, install in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NPFA No. 54, latest edition and National Electrical Code NFPA No. 70 latest edition, and local electrical code requirements. In Canada, install in accordance with CAN/CGA B149.1 and CAN/CGA B149.2 and CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical code, Part 1-latest editions and local electrical code requirements. Install only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this appliance.

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. For maximum safety, the power cord must be securely connected to an electrical outlet or junction box that is the correct voltage, is correctly polarized and properly grounded, and protected by a circuit breaker in accordance with local codes.

It is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have the appropriate outlet or junction box with the correct, properly grounded wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician. It is the responsibility and obligation of the consumer to contact a qualified installer to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and is in conformance with all local codes and ordinances.

See the installation instructions packaged with this appliance for complete installation and grounding instructions.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE APPLIANCE

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR RADIANT COOKTOP

Know which knob or key controls each surface heating area. Place cookware with food on the cooking area before turning it on. Turn the cooking area off before removing the cookware.

Cookware handles should be turned inward and not extend over adjacent surface elements — To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of the cookware should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over other cooking areas.

Use proper pan size – This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes. Select cookware with flat bottoms that match the surface unit size. Using the proper cookware on the cooking area will improve efficiency.

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.

Improper cookware may break due to sudden changes in temperature. Check the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations for cooktop use.

Never leave surface elements unattended. Boil overs may cause smoking and greasy spills that may ignite. A pan that has boiled dry could be damaged and may damage the cooktop.

Do not use a searing grill meant for use with a broiler pan on the cooktop. The searing grill is not designed for use on the cooktop. Doing so may result in a fire.

When you are flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn on the fan.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR GLASS AND CERAMIC COOKTOPS
Do Not Clean or Operate a Broken 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 glass 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 harmful fumes if applied to a hot surface.

Avoid scratching the cooktop glass with sharp objects.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN
Protective liners—Do not use aluminum foil, aftermarket oven liners, or any other materials or devices to line oven bottom, oven racks, or any other part of the appliance. Only use aluminum as recommended for baking, such as lining cookware or as a cover placed on food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire or a short circuit.

Use care when opening oven door, lower oven door, or warmer drawer (some models). Stand to the side of the appliance 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. Touching surfaces in this area when the oven is on may cause severe burns. Do not place plastic or heat sensitive items on or near the oven vent. These items can 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, do not let potholder contact hot burner or element in oven. Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition. Remove all cookware and utensils before moving the rack.

Do not use a broiler pan without its insert. Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat to drain away from the high heat of the broiler. Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil; exposed fat and grease could ignite.

Do not cook food on the oven bottom. Always cook in proper cookware and always use the oven racks.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE

Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Do not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire.

Always follow the manufacturer’s recommended directions for use of kitchen cleaners and aerosols. 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 hood or filter. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning vent hoods.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SELF CLEANING OVENS

Do not clean the oven door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the gasket.

Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the appliance.

Use the self clean cycle to clean only the parts listed in this manual.

Some birds are extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self clean cycle of any oven. Move birds to another well-ventilated room.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
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 reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to the appliance.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the power to the appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency.

Remove the oven door from any unused oven if it is to be stored or discarded.

Do not touch a hot oven light bulb with a damp cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Handle halogen lights (if equipped) with paper towels or soft gloves. Disconnect the appliance or shut off the power to the appliance before removing and replacing the bulb.

COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS

Bakeware
The material of bakeware affects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food.

Material	Attributes	Recommendation
Shiny metal bakeware	Shiny, aluminum, and non-coated bakeware is the best for even heating. It is suitable for all baked goods.	Recommended cooking temperatures and times are based on shiny metal bakeware.
Dark metal bakeware	Dark bakeware cooks hotter than shiny bakeware.	Reduce the cooking temperature by 25° F (13-14° C) when using dark bakeware.
Glass bakeware	Glass bakeware cooks hotter than shiny bakeware. Glass is convenient, as the same piece of bakeware can be used for cooking, serving, and storing food.	Reduce the cooking temperature by 25° F (13-14° C) when using glass bakeware.
Insulated bakeware	Insulated bakeware cooks cooler than shiny bakeware. Insulated bakeware is designed for baking in gas ovens.	Increase the cooking temperature by 25° F (13-14° C) when using insulated bakeware.

Cooking Conditions
Conditions in your kitchen can affect the performance of your appliance when cooking food.

Cooking Results
Small adjustments may fix a problem with food not being as done as you like or more done than you like.

Cooking Tips
Use these additional tips to get the best results from your appliance.

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Using Proper Cookware
The size and type of cookware used will influence the heat setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in Figure 1 and Figure 2.

Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware (see Figure 1). Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element (see Figure 2).

Figure 1: Testing cookware

• Flat bottom and straight sides.
• Tight fitting lids.
• Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan is well balanced.
• Pan sizes match the amount of food to be prepared and the size of the surface element.
• Made of material that conducts heat well.
• Easy to clean.
• Always match pot diameter to element size.

Figure 2: Proper cookware

• Curved and warped pans.
• Cookware larger than cooking area marked on cooktop by more than one-half inch or 12mm.
• Heavy handle tilts pan.
• Pan is smaller than the heating area marked on cooktop.

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:

• Aluminum – Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware resists staining and 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 (see Aluminum).
• Stainless – Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.
• Cast Iron – A slow heat conductor that will retain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is reached. If cast iron pans slide across the ceramic cooktop, they may leave metal marks which will resemble scratches. Remove these marks immediately.
• 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.

About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop

The ceramic glass cooktop has heating elements below a smooth glass surface. The designs on the ceramic cooktop outline the areas of the surface elements underneath. Always match the pan size with the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop. Only flat-bottomed cookware should be used.

Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply a ceramic cooktop cleaning cream (available in most hardware, grocery and department stores) to the ceramic surface. Clean and buff with a clean paper towel. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. Cooktop cleaning creams leave a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions.

The type and size of cookware, the number of surface elements in use, and their settings will all 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 the element off several minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process.

Element On and Hot Surface Indicator Lights

The ELEMENT ON indicator light will turn on when one orFigure 3: On indicator light

A quick glance at this indicator light when cooking is finished is an easy check to be sure all surface elements are turned off.

The HOT SURFACE indicator light will turn on when the burner is hot enough to cause burns and will remain on after the burner is turned off until the surface has cooled to a safe temperature.Figure 4: Hot surface indicator light

Types of ceramic cooktop elements

The circles on the ceramic glass cooktop outline the size and type of element underneath. The elements on your cooktop depend on the model.

• A single radiant element has one circle.
• A dual radiant element (some models) has two circles. The dual radiant element may be set using only the smaller inner element or both inner and outer elements may be set to heat together for a larger surface.

SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Single radiant surface elements (all models)

To operate the single radiant element:

1. Place correctly sized cookware on surface element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction (Figure 5) to the desired setting (refer to the “Suggested radiant surface element settings” in Table 1).
3. When cooking is complete, turn the radiant surface element OFF before removing the cookware.

Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular spot. Use the graphics provided as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed (see Figure 5).

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.

Suggested radiant surface element settings

The suggested settings found in Table 1 below are based on cooking with medium-weight aluminum pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.

Table 1: Suggested radiant surface element settings

Figure 5: Single element knob

Dual radiant surface elements

Symbols on the blackguard will help choose which portion of the dual radiant element to set. The symbol indicates a setting for the inner element only. The symbol indicates a setting for both inner and outer elements.

To operate a dual radiant element:

1. Place correctly sized cookware on the surface element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob clockwise to begin heating both the inner and outer elements. If only the inner element is needed for smaller cookware, push in and turn the knob counter-clockwise (see Figure 6).
3. When cooking is complete, turn the knob to OFF before removing the cookware.

Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular mark. Use the marks as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed.

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.

You may switch from either single or dual element setting at any time during cooking. See “Suggested radiant surface element settings” on page 15.

Figure 6: Dual element knob settings

Quick Boil (some models)

Quick Boil uses a higher wattage radiant element to bring liquids to boil much quicker. The left front radiant element is the Quick Boil element. To use the Quick Boil feature, place the cookware on the left front surface element and follow the instructions for “Dual radiant surface elements” in this section.

Figure 7: Quick boil element

Triple Surface Radiant Element (some models)

Symbols around the knob are used to indicate which element of the triple radiant element will heat. The symbol indicates that only the inner element will heat. The symbol indicates that the inner and middle elements will heat. The symbol indicates that the inner, middle and outer elements will heat (Figure 8).You may switch the element setting at any time during cooking.

To Operate the Triple Surface Element

1. Place correctly sized cookware on the triple surface element.
2. Push in and turn the control knob to the inner element symbol for smaller cookware or to the inner and middle element symbol for average cookware or to the inner, middle, and outer element symbol for large cookware (Figure 8). Turn the knob to adjust the setting if needed.
3. When cooking has completed, turn the surface control knob to OFF before removing the cookware.

Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking.

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.

You may switch to the single, dual, or triple element setting at any time during cooking. See “Suggested radiant surface element settings” on page 15.

Figure 8: Triple element knob settings

Keep warm (some models)

Use the keep warm feature to keep cooked foods hot.

Always start with hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold food on the keep warm zone. All food placed on the warming zone should be covered with a lid 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 dishware, utensils, and cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use on the keep warm zone.

Setting the keep warm control:

1. Push in the knob and turn in either direction (see Figure 9). The temperatures are designated by hi and lo. However, the control can be set at any position between hi and lo for different levels of warming.
2. When ready to serve, turn the control to OFF. The hot surface indicator light will remain on until the warm zone cools.

Figure 9: Keep warm knob

Temperature selection – Refer to the recommended keep warm zone settings table (see Table 2). 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.

Table 2: Recommended keep warm zone settings

Home Canning

Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance. Check with the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Web site and be sure to read all the information they have available as well as follow their recommendations for home canning procedures.

• Use only a completely flat bottom canner with no ridges that radiate from the bottom center when home canning. Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom surface is flat. Use a straight-edge to check canner bottom.
• Make sure the diameter of the canner does not exceed 1 inch beyond the surface element markings or burner.
• It is recommended to use smaller diameter canners on electric coil and ceramic glass cooktops and to center canners on the burner grates.
• Start with hot tap water to bring water to boil more quickly.
• Use the highest heat seating when first bringing the water to a boil. Once boiling is achieved, reduce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain that boil.
• Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning information.
• It is best to can small amounts and light loads.
• Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended amount of time.

BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Oven Vent Location

The oven is vented as shown below. 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 oven vent. Never close off the openings with aluminum foil or any other material. Steam or moisture may appear near the oven vent. This is normal.

Figure 10: Oven vent

Type of oven racksFigure 11: Oven rack types

• Flat oven racks are be used for most cooking needs and may be placed in most oven rack positions.

Removing, replacing, and arranging oven racks

Always arrange the oven racks when the oven is cool.

To remove – Pull the oven rack straight forward until it reaches the stop position. Lift up front of oven rack slightly and slide out.

To replace – Place the oven rack on the rack guides on both sides of oven walls. Tilt the front of oven rack upward slightly and slide the oven rack back into place. Be sure oven racks are level before using.

SETTING OVEN CONTROLS

Oven Control Features

1. Bake – Use to select Bake feature.
2. Broil – Use to set Broil feature.
3. Air Fry – Uses super hot air circulating around food to produce crispy golden results.
4. Conv Bake – Circulates the oven heat evenly and continuously for faster cooking of some foods.
5. Conv Roast – Uses a convection fan to gently brown meats and poultry and seal in the juices.
6. Quick Preheat – Best used for single rack baking with packaged and convenience foods.
7. Timer On-Off – Use to set or cancel the minute timer. The minute timer does not start or stop any cooking function.
8. Probe – Use to set and adjust temperatures when using probe.
9. Keep Warm – Use to keep cooked foods at serving temperature.
10. Convect Convert – Use to change standard bake recipe to a convection bake recipe.
11. Oven Light – Use to turn on internal light when checking on food. Also will turn on when the oven door is open.
12. Oven Lock – Use to lock out oven controls.
13. Self Clean – Use with arrow keys to set self clean cycle for any duration between 2 and 4 hours.
14. Steam Clean – Use for cleaning light soils.
15. Set Clock – Use set the time of day
16. Delay Start – Add to any cooking feature or Self Clean to program a delay start time.
17. Add A Min -Use to add additional minutes to the timer.
18. 0 through 9 keys – Use to set temperature and time.
19. OFF – Use to clear any feature except the time of day and minute timer.
20. START – Use to start most oven features.

Table 3: Minimum/Maximum time and temperatures

Note: An entry acceptance tone (1beep) will sound each time a key is touched (the oven lock key is delayed 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.

Setting the Clock
When the appliance is first powered up, 12:00 will flash in the display (Figure 12). The time of day must first be set before operating the oven.

To set clock to 1:30:

1. Press Set Clock.
2. Enter 1 3 0 using numeric keys.
3. Press START.

Important note:
The clock cannot be changed when a Self Clean, Delay Start, or cooking feature is active.

Setting 12 Hour or 24 Hour display mode
The clock display mode allows you to select 12 hr or 24 hr modes. The factory pre-set clock display mode is 12 hours.

To set 12 hr or 24 hr display mode:

1. Press and hold Set Clock for 3 seconds.
2. Press Self Clean to toggle between 12 Hr day or 24 Hr day display modes (Figure 13).
3. Press START to accept the choice.

Setting Timer
The minute timer allows you to track your cooking times without interfering with the cooking process. The timer may be set from a minimum time of 1 minute to a maximum of 11 hours and 59 minutes.

To set timer for 5 minutes:

1. Press Timer On-Off.
2. Enter 5 using numeric keypad.
3. Press Timer On-Off to start the timer. When set time ends, END will show in the display and the control will sound a beep three times every 30 seconds until Timer On-Off

Changing between continuous bake setting or 12 hour energy saving
The oven control has a factory preset built-in 12 Hour Energy Saving feature that will turn off the oven if the oven is left on for more than 12 hours. The control may be programmed to override this feature to bake continuously.

To change between continuous bake or 12 hour energy saving feature:

1. Press and hold Timer On-Off for 3 seconds
2. Press Self Clean to toggle between 12 Hour OFF or Stay On feature (Figure 14).
3. Press START to accept choice.

Figure 14: 12hr energy saving (L) and continuous setting (R)

Changing temperature display from Fahrenheit to Celsius
The electronic oven control is set to display °F when shipped from the factory. The display may be changed to show either °F or ºC oven temperatures.

To change temperature display mode from °F to °C or from °C to °F:

1. Press and hold broil for 3 seconds.
2. Once F (or C) appears in the display, press Self Clean to toggle between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature display modes (Figure 15).
3. Press START to accept the choice.

Important note:
The oven temperature display cannot be changed during the cooking process or if a delay start has been set or Self Clean is active.

Figure 15: Display showing Fahrenheit and Celsius

Setting Silent or Audible Control mode
Silent mode allows the oven control to operate without audible tones. The control may be programmed for silent operation and later reset to operate with all the normal audible tones.

To set for silent or audible mode:

1. Press and hold Delay Start for 3 seconds.
2. Press the Self Clean key to toggle between bEEP On or bEEP OFF (Figure 16).
3. Press START to accept the choice.

Figure 16: Display showing audible and silent operation

Setting Oven Lockout
The oven lockout feature is used to lock the controls and the oven door.

To activate the oven lockout features:

1. Be sure oven door is completely closed.
2. Press and hold the lock key for 3 seconds. The motor driven door latch mechanism will begin locking the oven door automatically. Do not open the oven door. Allow about 15 seconds for the oven door to completely lock. Once door is locked, the word DOOR with a lock icon will appear in the display.

To cancel the oven lockout feature:

1. Press and hold the lock key for 3 seconds. The
   motor door latch will begin unlocking the oven door automatically. Do not open the oven door. Allow about 15 seconds for the oven door to completely unlock.
2. When the word DOOR with a lock icon no longer displays, the oven door may be opened, and the oven control keypad will be available for use.

Important note:

• If a control key is pressed when oven lockout is active, the control will triple beep indicating the key action is not available when the oven lockout feature is active.

Operating Oven Lights
The interior oven lights will automatically turn on when the oven door is opened. Oven lights will not operate during a Self Clean cycle. For best baking results, do not leave oven light on while cooking.

Press to turn the interior oven lights on and off whenever the oven door is closed.

The interior oven lights are located on the side wall of the oven interior and are covered with a glass shield. The glass shield protects the bulb from high temperatures and should always be in place whenever the oven is in use.

To replace the interior oven light, see “Replacing the Oven Light” on page 47.

Quick Preheat
Quick Preheat is available for single rack baking with packaged and convenience foods and can be programmed for temperatures between 170°F and 550°F. Follow the recipe or package directions for food preparation time and temperature.

When Quick Preheat is complete, a reminder tone will sound and food should be placed in the oven.

During the Quick Preheat function, the bake burner will cycle on and off. The convection fan will turn on and stay on until baking is canceled. Depending on your preference for doneness cooking times may vary. Watch food closely.

Important:

• Always place food in center of the oven on rack position 4 (Figure 18). Place the food as shown in Figure 17.
• For best results when baking batter and dough-based items such as cookies and pastries, use convection bake function and place food in oven when the reminder tone sounds signaling the oven is fully preheated.

To set the preheat temperature for 350°F:

1. Arrange the interior oven racks.
2. Press Quick Preheat. 350 will appear in the display.
3. Press START.
4. 350 and PREHEAT will be displayed while the oven is preheating.
5. Press OFF when baking is complete or to cancel the preheat feature.

To change preheat temperature while oven is preheating (ex: changing from 350°F to 425°F):

1. Press Quick Preheat. 350 will appear in the display.
2. Enter the new preheat temperature. Press 4 2 5.
3. Press START. 425 will show in the display.
4. When baking is complete, press OFF.

Figure 17: Single rack baking for convenience foods

Figure 18: Oven rack position (4) best for cooking convenience foods

Setting Bake
Bake cooks with heat that rises from the oven bottom. The heat and air circulate naturally in the oven. A reminder tone will sound indicating when the set bake temperature is reached and to place the food in the oven. The convection fans will turn on in preheat and then cycle on and off as needed during baking. Bake may be set for any oven temperature between 170°F (77°C) to 550°F (288°C).

Baking tips

• Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies, cakes, biscuits and breads. Cookies and biscuits should be baked on pans with no sides or very low sides.
• Use the convection bake function for best results when baking cookies on multiple racks.
• Bake is the best function to use for baking cakes.
• For best results when baking layer cakes using two oven racks, place racks in positions 3 and 6 and place pans as shown in Figure 19.
• When using any single rack for baking cookies, cakes, biscuits, or muffins use rack position 3.
• Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between bakeware for proper air circulation.
• Dark or dull bakeware absorbs more heat than shiny bakeware, resulting in dark or overbrowned foods. It may be necessary to reduce oven temperature or cook time to prevent overbrowning of some foods.
• Dark pans are recommended for pies; shiny pans are recommended for cakes, cookies, and muffins.
• Do not open oven door often. Opening the door will reduce the temperature in the oven and may increase cook time.
• For best results leave oven light off while baking.

To set Bake for (default) oven temperature of 350°F:

1. Press Bake.
2. 350° will appear in the display.
3. Press START.

To cancel Bake at any time, press OFF.

To change the oven temperature to 425°F when the oven is baking:

1. Press Bake.
2. Enter 4 2 5 using numeric keys.
3. Press START.
4. To cancel Bake at any time, press OFF.

Figure 19: Rack positions and pan placement

Important: The oven will bake no longer than 12 hours. If you wish to bake for a longer period, see “Changing between continuous bake setting or 12 hour energy saving” on page 23 for detailed information.

Convection Bake
Convection Bake uses a fan to circulate the oven’s heat uniformly around the oven. This improved heat distribution allows for even cooking and browning results. Heated air flows around the food from all sides.

Convection bake may be set for any oven temperature between 170°F (77°C) and 550°F (288°C).

Benefits of convection cooking include:

• Multiple rack baking.
• Foods may cook faster, saving time and energy.

Baking tips

• Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies, cakes, biscuits and breads. Cookies and biscuits should be baked on pans with no sides or very low sides to allow heated air to circulate around the food.
• When baking cakes using two oven racks place bakeware in positions 3 and 6 and place bakeware as shown in Figure 20.
• When using any single rack for baking cookies, cakes, biscuits or muffins, use rack position 3.
• Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between bakeware for proper air circulation.
• Unless the recipe is written for convection cooking, use Conv Convert to reduce oven temperature from the recipe’s recommended oven temperature.
• Dark or dull bakeware absorbs more heat than shiny bakeware, resulting in dark or overbrowned foods. It may be necessary to reduce oven temperature or cook time to prevent overbrowning of some foods.
• Dark pans are recommended for pies; shiny pans are recommended for cakes, cookies, and muffins.
• Do not open oven door often. Opening the door will reduce the temperature in the oven and may increase cook time.
• For best results leave oven light off while baking.

To set convection bake with a default oven set temperature of 350°F:

1. Press Conv Bake.
2. Conv Bake and 350° will appear in the display.
3. Press START. The convection fan will turn on after a few minutes and stay on during the cooking process.
4. To cancel convection bake at any time, press OFF.

Figure 20: Rack positions

Figure 21: Pan positions

Setting Convection Convert
Pressing the Convect Convert key automatically converts the cooking temperature entered for any standard baking recipe to the lower temperature required for convection baking.

To set the oven for convection bake with a standard baking recipe temperature of 400°F:

1. Arrange interior oven racks.
2. Press Conv Bake.
3. Press 4 0 0.
4. Press Conv Convert.
5. Press START.
6. Place food in the oven.

Important note:

• Convection convert may only be used with the Convection Bake function.
• When using convection convert, bake time reductions may vary depending on the oven set temperature.
• If the oven door is opened when any convection function is active, the convection fan will stop rotating until the oven door is closed.
• Do not open the oven door often. Opening the door will reduce the temperature in the oven and may increase the cooking time necessary for best results.

Setting Delay Start
Delay Start sets a delayed starting time to oven cooking or cleaning functions. Prior to setting a delay start, be sure the time of day is set correctly. Delay Start must be set before starting the cooking function. If the oven door is opened after Delay Start is set the program will be canceled and must be reset.

To program oven for a delay start beginning at 5:30, and for baking at 375°F:

1. Press Bake.
2. Enter 3 7 5 using numeric keypad.
3. Press Delay Start.
4. Enter 5 3 0 using numeric keypad.
5. Press START to accept.
6. The oven will turn on when the delay start time (5:30) is reached.

Important note:
Delay Start may be set using a 24 hr clock. To set clock for 24 Hr operation, See “Setting 12 Hour or 24 Hour display mode” on page 22 for more information. The Delay Start feature may be used with Convection Bake, Convection Roast, Convection Convert, Bake, Broil and Self Clean functions.

Setting Broil
Use the broil function to cook foods that require direct exposure to radiant heat for optimum browning results. Broiling is direct heat cooking and may produce smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from the flames.

Broil is preset to 550°F and may be set to any temperature between 400°F (205°C) and 550°F (288°C).

Broiler pans and inserts allow the grease to drain away from the high heat of the broiler. Do not use the pan without the insert. Do not cover the insert with foil – the exposed grease could ignite.

Note: During Broil the oven door may be open to the broil stop position.

To set broil with the default broil oven temperature of 550°F:

1. Arrange the oven racks when cool. For optimum browning results, preheat oven for 2 minutes before adding food. Broil may be set with Delay Start.
2. Position bakeware in oven.
3. Press Broil. Broil with the oven door open to the broil stop position.
4. Press START. To adjust the broil temperature, press Broil again and then enter the new temperature using the number keys. Press START.
5. Broil on one side until food is browned; turn and broil other side until done to your satisfaction.
6. When finished broiling, press OFF.

To cancel broil at any time, press OFF.

Figure 22: Broil pan with insert (L) Rack positions (R)

Note: If a broiler pan and insert are not supplied with this appliance they may be purchased from www.frigidaire.com

Important notes:

• Always arrange oven racks when the oven is cool.
• For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with broil pan insert designed to drain the fat from the food and help avoid spatter and reduce smoking.
• When broiling, always pull the oven rack out to the stop position before turning or removing food.
• If a broiler pan and insert are not supplied with this appliance they may be purchased from frigidaire.com.

* The U.S. Department of Agriculture states, “Rare fresh beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide) The lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145°F (63°C) for medium rare fresh beef. For well done 170°F (77ºC).

**Use the offset or half-racks (if available) only in the top position,

NOTE: Broiling is direct heat cooking and will produce some smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from element. Always watch foods carefully to prevent burning.

Convection Roast
Convection roast combines a cook cycle with the convection fan and element to rapidly roast meats and poultry. Heated air circulates around the meat from all sides, sealing in juices and flavors. Meats cooked with this feature are crispy and brown on the outside while staying moist inside.

Benefits of Convection Roasting:

• Some foods cook up 25 to 30% faster, saving time and energy.
• No special pans or bakeware required.
• Preheating is not necessary for most meats and poultry.
• Be sure to carefully follow your recipe’s temperature and time recommendations or refer to the convection roast chart for additional information.

To set Convection Roast:

1. Place the insert on broiler pan. Place meat (fat side up) on insert.
2. Make sure the insert is securely seated on top of the broiler pan. Do not use the broiler pan without the insert.
3. Place prepared food on oven rack and slide into oven.
4. Close the oven door.
5. Press Conv Roast.
6. Enter desired temperature using numeric keys.
7. Press START.
8. When cooking is completed or to cancel convection roast press OFF.

Figure 23: Convection roasting on lower oven racks

Convection Roasting tips:

• Preheating for convection roast will not be necessary for most meats and poultry.
• Arrange oven racks so large cuts of meat and poultry are on the lowest rack of the oven.
• Smaller roasts and poultry should be cooked using rack position 2 or 3.
• Since convection roast cooks faster, you can reduce cook times as much as 25% from the recommended time of your recipe (check the food at this time). Then if needed, increase cook time until the desired doneness is obtained.
• Carefully follow your recipe’s temperature and time recommendations or refer to the convection roast recommendations for additional information.
• Do not cover foods when dry roasting – covering will prevent the meat from browning properly.
• When cooking meats use the broiler pan and insert. The broiler pan will catch grease spills and the insert helps prevent grease splatters.

Table 4: Convection roasting temperature and time recommendations* The U.S. Department of Agriculture states, “Rare fresh beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide) The lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145°F (63°C) for medium rare fresh beef. For well done 170°F (77ºC)

** Stuffed turkey requires additional roasting time. Shield legs and breast with foil to prevent over browning and drying of the skin.

Air Fry

The Air Fry feature works best for single rack baking with packaged and convenience foods and can be programmed for temperatures between 170°F and 550°F.

Follow the recipe or package directions for food preparation quantity, time, and temperature.

Important:

• Air Fry is designed for baking on a single oven rack. Food should be arranged in single layers on a pan.
• When using Air Fry, use dark bakeware with low or no sides and place food on rack position 4 for best results.
• Leave oven light off when baking.
• Food may need to be removed early and should be checked at minimum recommended bake time. However, frozen dense foods and items with cook times less than 15 minutes may require additional time.

To set the Air Fry function:

1. Arrange food on rack as suggested.
2. Press Air Fry. Enter the suggested temperature for particular food.
3. Press START.
4. When preheat tone sounds place the tray on rack position 4.
   Note: Set the minute timer for the minimum suggested cook time listed in the table below and check food for desired doneness when timer ends.
5. When cooking is complete press OFF.

Note: Frigidaire offers an optional Air Fry Tray specifically designed to deliver superior performance.

Some Benefits of the Optional Air Fry Tray:

• Tray optimized for oven space.
• Fits in the dishwasher for easy clean up.
• Higher yield than countertop models.
• Frees up countertop space.
• Compatible with convection ovens.
• The optional Air Fry tray may be purchased from www.frigidaire.com.

Figure 24: Optional Frigidaire Air Fry Tray. Use rack position 4 with tray or dark pan with low or no sides for best results.

Table 5: Suggested Air Fry Settings

Cooking with Meat Probe
Use the probe feature for best results when cooking foods such as roasts, hams, or poultry.

The probe feature, when set correctly, will signal an alert when the internal food temperature reaches the desired set target temperature.

When active, the probe displays the internal food temperature which is visible in the display during the cooking process. This eliminates any guesswork or the need to open the oven door to check the thermometer.

For meats like poultry and roasts, using a probe to check internal temperature is the safest method to ensure properly cooked food.

Figure 25: Using the probe

Proper placement of probe in food.

• Insert the probe so that the probe tip rests inside the center of the thickest part of meat or food (See Figure 26). For best results, do not allow the probe temperature sensor to contact bone, fat, gristle, or the cookware.

Figure 26: Probe in thickest area of food

• For bone-in ham or lamb, insert the probe into the center of lowest large muscle or joint.
• For meat loaf or casseroles, insert the probe into center of food.
• When cooking fish, insert meat probe just above the gill.
• For whole poultry or turkey, fully insert the probe sensor into the thickest part of the breast (See Figure 27).

Figure 27: Probe in thickest part breast

To set probe:

1. Insert the meat probe into the food. Place prepared food on the desired oven rack position and slide into the oven.
2. Plug the connector end of the probe all the way into the probe receptacle while the oven is still cool. The receptacle is located on the upper left front oven cavity wall. Close oven door.
3. Set oven for Quick Preheat, Bake, Convection Bake, or Convection Roast and set oven temperature.
4. Press START.
5. Press Probe. The Probe default temperature of 170°F appears. Using the numeric keys set the desired internal food temperature for food type.
   Note: The minimum setting is 140ºF (60ºC); the maximum is 210ºF (99ºC). Default is 170ºF (77ºC).
6. Press START to accept the target temperature.
7. The control will provide three beeps when the internal target temperature is reached.
8. When the internal target temperature is reached, the oven will automatically change to Hld setting and will maintain the oven temperature at 170°F (77°C) until canceled. The internal temperature of the food will appear in the display alternating with the Hld setting of 170°F (77°C).
9. To stop cooking at any time, press OFF

Table 6: USDA recommended minimum internal cooking temperatures

The U.S. Department of Agriculture states, “Rare fresh beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide, USDA) Visit the USDA Food Safety and Inspection website at www.fsis.usda.gov

To set how the oven will operate once the probe reaches the target temperature:

The oven is preset to automatically stop cooking and start the warm feature when probe sensor reaches the target temperature. This probe may be set to continue cooking if desired. Setting the options must be done when the oven is inactive. The probe is not required to be connected to the probe receptacle when setting this option.

To set the oven to continue cooking after reaching the target temperature:

1. Press probe key and hold for 3 seconds.
2. Press Self Clean key and toggle until Continue: appears, as shown in Figure 28, then press START to accept.

Figure 28: Probe set to continue cooking

To set the oven to automatically stop cooking and start warm once reaching target temperature:

1. Press probe key and hold for 3 seconds.
2. Press the Self Clean key and toggle until Cancel appears, as shown in Figure 29, then press START to accept

Figure 29: Probe set to cancel cooking

Probe too hot message:
When the message Prob… Too… Hot… flashes in the display, the probe temperature has exceeded 250°F (121°C). If the probe is not removed, this message may continue until the sensor reaches 300°F (149°C) or higher, and oven will automatically turn off. Be sure the probe sensor is fully covered by the food.

Keep Warm
Keep Warm should only be used with foods that are already at serving temperatures. Keep Warm will keep cooked foods warm and ready for serving for up to 3 hours after cooking has finished.

After 3 hours the Keep Warm will shut-off automatically. Keep Warm will keep the oven temperature at 170° F (77°C).

To set Keep Warm:

1. If needed, arrange oven racks and place cooked food in oven.
2. Press Keep Warm: KEEP WARM will appear in the display. (If no other keys are touched within 25 seconds the request for keep warm will clear.)
3. Press START. Keep Warm will automatically turn on and then turn off after 3 hours unless cancelled.

To turn Keep Warm off at any time, press OFF.

Important note: When using the Probe for cooking, the Keep Warm function will turn on automatically once the probe reaches the target temperature of the food.

Keep Warm will remain on at a serving temperature of 170°F until canceled.

Setting the Sabbath Feature (for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays)

For further assistance, guidelines for proper usage, and a complete list of models with the Sabbath feature, please visit the web at www.star-k.org.

This appliance provides special settings for use when observing the Jewish Sabbath/ Holidays. Sabbath mode disables all audible tones or visual
display changes on the oven control. Bake heating is the only cooking feature available while in the Sabbath mode.

Oven controls are locked during Sabbath mode. You must first set the Bake feature and temperature(s) needed for the oven and Delay Start option (if needed). Any settings made prior to setting the Sabbath mode will be visible in the displays.

The Sabbath mode will override the factory preset 12 hour energy saving mode, and the appliance will stay on until the cooking features are cancelled. If any of the cooking features are cancelled when the appliance is in the Sabbath mode, no audible or visual indicators will be available to verify the cancellation.

If the oven interior lights are needed, be sure to activate them prior to setting the Sabbath mode. Once the oven light is turned on and the Sabbath mode is active, the oven light will remain on until the Sabbath mode is turned off and the oven lights are turned off. The oven door will not activate the interior oven lights when the oven door is opened or closed.

It is recommended that any oven temperature modification made within an active Sabbath mode be followed with two presses of the START key. This will insure the oven remains on even if an attempt is made to set the oven temperature outside of its temperature range.

If the oven temperature is set outside of the temperature range, the oven will default to the nearest available temperature. Try to set the desired oven temperature again.

Important:

• Do not attempt to activate any other oven function except Bake while the Sabbath feature is active. The following keys will function correctly when the Sabbath feature is active: 0-9 number keypad, Bake, START, and OFF. All other keys should not be used once the Sabbath feature is active.
• You may change the oven temperature once baking has started. Press Bake, use the numeric keypad to enter the oven temperature change (170°F to 550F°), and press START (for Jewish Holidays only).
• Remember that the oven control will no longer provide audible tones or display any further changes when the Sabbath feature is active.
• The oven will shut-off automatically after completing a keep warm and therefore may only be used once during the Sabbath/Jewish Holidays.
• If a delay start time longer than 11 hours and 59 minutes is desired, set the oven control for the 24 hour day display mode setting. See “Setting 12 Hour or 24 Hour display mode” on page 22 for more information.

To program oven to Bake with default oven temperature of 350°F and activate the Sabbath feature:

1. Be sure the clock is set with the correct time of day.
2. Arrange oven racks, place bakeware in oven, and close oven door. Press Bake.
3. Press START.
4. Note: If a Delay Start is desired enter the time at this point. See “Setting Delay Start” on page 27 for detailed instructions.
5. Press and hold Self Clean and Steam Clean simultaneously for about 3 seconds to set the Sabbath feature. Once the feature is set, SAb will appear in the display indicating the oven is properly set for the Sabbath feature (Figure 30)

Figure 30: Oven set for Sabbath baking

To turn the oven off and keep the Sabbath feature active:
1. Press OFF.

To turn off the Sabbath feature:
Press and hold both Self Clean and Steam Clean simultaneously for at least 3 seconds to turn the Sabbath feature off. The control will provide an acceptance tone, and SAb will disappear from the display. The oven is no longer programmed for the Sabbath feature.

What to do during a power failure or power interruption after the Sabbath feature was activated:
Should you experience a power failure or interruption, the oven will shut-off. When power is restored the oven will not turn back on automatically. The oven will remember that it is set for the Sabbath, and the oven display will show the message SF for Sabbath failure (Figure 31).

Figure 31: Display showing Sabbath failure

The food may be safely removed from the oven while still in the Sabbath feature, however the oven cannot be turned back on until after the Sabbath/Holidays. After the Sabbath observance turn off the Sabbath feature.

Press and hold both Self Clean and Steam Clean keys for at least 3 seconds simultaneously to turn the Sabbath feature off. SF will disappear from the display, and the oven may be used with all normal functions.

Restoring Factory Default Settings
Your appliance was set with predetermined (default) oven control settings. Over time, users may have made changes to these settings. The following options may have been modified since the appliance was new:

• 12 or 24 hr display mode
• All Meat Probe settings
• Continuous bake or 12 hour energy savings mode
• Silent or audible control
• Oven temperature display (Fahrenheit or Celsius)
• Oven temperature adjustments (UPO)

To restore oven control to factory default settings:

1. Press and hold 7 on numeric keypad until acceptance tone sounds (about 3 seconds).
2. Press START. The control has been reset with the default settings.

Adjusting Oven Temperatures
Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure accurate baking temperatures. For the first few uses, follow your recipe times and temperature recommendations carefully. If you think the oven is cooking too hot or too cool for your recipe times, you may adjust the control so the oven cooks hotter or cooler than the oven temperature displayed.

Important: Do not use oven thermometers such as those found in grocery stores to check the temperature settings inside your oven. These oven thermometers may vary as much as 20 to 40°F degrees from actual temperatures.

The oven temperature may be increased as much as +35°F (+19°C) or decreased -35°F (-19°C) from the factory calibrated settings.

To increase or decrease the oven temperature by 20°F:

1. Press and hold Bake until the control produces an audible tone (about 3 seconds). The factory offset temperature of 0 (zero) should appear in the display.
2. Enter 2 0 using numeric keypad.
3. To offset the oven by -20°F, press Self Clean to toggle between + and -.
4. Press START to accept change.

Important note:

• Oven temperature adjustments will not change the Broil, Self Clean, or Keep Warm temperatures.
• The oven temperature adjustment may be made if your oven control is set to display temperatures in °C (Celsius). Minimum and maximum settings for Celsius range from plus (+)19°C to minus (-) 19°C.

Self Clean
A self cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures (well above normal cooking temperatures), which eliminate soils completely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash you can wipe away afterwards with a damp cloth.

This function can be programmed for clean times between 2 and 4 hours.

Important: Before starting Self Clean read all following caution and important statements before starting a self clean cycle

Important notes:

• Completely remove all oven racks and any accessories from oven cavity to avoid damage to oven racks. If the oven racks are not removed they may discolor.
• Remove all items from the oven and cooktop including cookware, utensils, and any aluminum foil. Aluminum foil will not withstand high temperatures from a self clean cycle and will melt.
• Do not spray oven cleaners or oven protective coatings in or around any part of the oven interior. 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 (Figure 32). These areas heat sufficiently to burn soil on. Clean using soap and water prior to starting Self Clean.
• Remove any excessive spills. Any spills on the oven bottom should be wiped up and removed before starting a self clean cycle. To clean use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Large spills can cause heavy smoke or fire when subjected to high temperatures.
• Do not allow food spills with high sugar or acid content (such as milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices, or pie fillings) to remain on the surface as they may leave a dull spot even after cleaning.
• Do not clean the oven door gasket. The woven material in the gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or remove the oven door gasket. Doing so could cause damage to the door gasket and compromise the performance of the oven. Fig. 32 Areas to clean and areas to avoid (gasket)
• The kitchen area should be well ventilated using an open window, ventilation fan, or exhaust hood during the first self clean cycle. This will help eliminate the normal odors.
• Do not attempt to open the oven door when the OVEN LOCK indicator light is flashing. Allow about 15 seconds for the motorized door latch mechanism to completely lock or unlock the oven door.
• When the clean time finishes, the oven door will remain locked until the range has cooled sufficiently. In addition to the clean time that was programmed, you must allow about 1 additional hour for the oven to cool before you will be able to open the oven door.

Setting Self Clean

1. Be sure the oven is empty and all oven racks are removed. Remove all items from the oven. Be sure oven door is completely closed.
2. Press Self Clean and the default 3 hour clean time will appear in the display. You may accept the default 3 hour clean time or choose a different clean time by using the numeric keys to enter any time between 2 and 4 hours clean time.
3. Press START to activate self clean. The REMOVE RACKS warning will flash in the display. Press START again to activate the self clean.

When the oven is set to run a self clean cycle, the motor door lock will begin locking the oven door. Do not open the oven door while the lock motor is running or when any locking indicators or displays are showing. The oven door is completely locked in about 15 seconds. Once the oven door has locked, CLEAN will appear in the display indicating self clean has started.

Important: Do not force the oven door open when self clean is active. This can damage the automatic door-locking system. Use caution when opening the door after self clean cycle is complete; the oven may still be very hot.

When Self Clean is finished:

1. CLEAN message will turn off, and Hot will appear in display window.
2. Once the oven has cooled down (about 1 hour) and Hot is no longer displayed, the oven door may be opened.
3. When the oven interior has completely cooled, wipe away any residue or powdered ash with a damp cloth or paper towel.

Setting Delay Start Self Clean

To start a delay Self Clean with default clean time of 3 hours and a start time of 9:00 o’clock:

1. Be sure the clock is set with the correct time of day, the oven is empty, and all oven racks are removed. Be sure oven door is completely closed.
2. Press Delay Start.
3. Using numeric keypad, enter 9 0 0.
4. Press START to accept
5. Press Self Clean.
6. Press START.

If it becomes necessary to stop Self Clean when active:

1. Press OFF.
2. If Self Clean has heated the oven to a high temperature, allow enough time for the oven to cool.
3. Before restarting Self Clean, be sure to read important notes below.

Important note:

• If your clock is set with the (default) 12 hr display mode, the delay start for a self clean can only be programmed to start up to 11 hours and 59 minutes after the time showing in the display (be sure to set the clock to current time before programming a Delay Start). To set a Delay Start Self Clean to begin 12 or more hours (maximum is 23 hours and 59 minutes) after the time of setting, be sure to first set the control in the 24 Hr display mode.
• If Self Clean was active and then interrupted by a power failure or cancelled before the oven was thoroughly cleaned, it may be necessary to run another self clean cycle.
• If the oven temperature was high enough when Self Clean was interrupted the oven control may not allow another self clean cycle to be set for up to 4 hours.

Steam Clean
The Steam Clean feature offers a chemical free and time saving method to assist in the routine cleaning of small and light soils. For heavier baked on soils use the Self Clean feature..

Be sure the oven is level and cool before starting Steam Clean. If the oven temperature is above room temperature a triple beep will be heard and the function will not start. Steam Clean produces best results when started with a cool oven

To set a Steam Clean cycle:

1. Remove all racks and oven accessories.
2. Scrape or wipe loose debris and grease from the oven bottom.
3. Pour 1 cup of tap water onto the oven bottom.(Figure 33) Close oven door. Figure 33: Add 1 cup of tap water
4. Press Steam Clean.
5. Press START. St Cn will appear in the display.
6. The time remaining in the Steam Clean cycle is shown in the display. Do not open the door during this time. If the oven door remains open for more than 4 minutes, an alarm sounds.
7. When the steam clean cycle is complete an alert will sound and the END message will show in the display. Press off to return to the clock.
8. Take care opening the door when the steam clean is finished. Stand to the side of the oven out of the way of escaping vapor.
9. Wipe oven cavity and bottom. Do not clean oven door gasket (Figure 34). Avoid leaning or resting on the oven door glass while cleaning cavity.
10. To stop Steam Clean at any time press OFF..

Figure 34: Clean around the oven door gasket

Notes:

• Opening oven door during Steam Clean cycle prevents the water from reaching the temperature needed to clean.
• For best results, clean oven immediately after the cycle is complete. Steam Clean works best for soils on the oven bottom.
• Place a paper towel or cloth in front of the oven to capture any water that may spill while wiping out.
• A non abrasive scouring pad, stainless steel sponge, plastic scraper, or eraser style cleaning pad (without cleaner) can be used for difficult soils. Moisten pads with water before use.
• Do not leave the residual water in the oven for any length of time.
• Some condensation or water vapor may appear close to the oven vent. This is normal. The oven gasket may become damp; do not wipe dry.
• Local water sources often contain minerals (hard water). If hard water deposits occur, wipe cavity with a 50/50 solution of water and vinegar or 50/50 solution of lemon juice and water.
• Steam Clean cannot be programmed with a Delay Start.
• If Steam Clean results are not satisfactory, run a Self Clean. See “Self Clean” on page 39.

CARE AND CLEANING

Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the difficulty of major cleaning later.

Cooktop Maintenance
Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop.

Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply a ceramic cooktop cleaning cream (available in most hardware, grocery, and department stores) to the ceramic surface. Clean and buff with a clean paper towel. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. Cooktop cleaning creams leave a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions.

Sliding aluminum, cast iron, or copper bottomed pans on the cooktop can cause metal markings on the cooktop surface. These marks should be removed immediately after the cooktop has cooled using 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.
• Use cookware with dirt or dirt build up on the bottom; always use clean cookware.
• Use your cooktop as a cutting board or work surface in the kitchen.
• Cook foods directly on the cooktop surface without a pan.
• Drop heavy or hard objects on the ceramic glass cooktop; they may cause it to crack.

Figure 36: Cooktop care

Cooktop Cleaning

For light to moderate soil:
For light to moderate soil: Apply a few drops of cooktop cleaning cream directly to the cooktop. Use a clean paper towel to clean the entire cooktop surface. Make sure the cooktop is cleaned thoroughly, leaving no residue. Do not use the towel you use to clean the cooktop for any other purpose.

For heavy, burned on soil:
Apply a few drops of cooktop cleaning cream directly to the soiled area. Rub the soiled area using a non-abrasive cleaning tool, applying pressure as needed. Do not use the pad you use to clean the cooktop for any other purpose.

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 the surface clean.

Figure 37: Cooktop cleaning

Cooktop Maintenance (cont’d)

Aluminum Foil and Utensils

Removing and Replacing the Oven Door

To remove the oven door:

1. Open oven door completely, horizontal with floor.
2. Pull up the lock located on each hinge support toward front of the oven until the lock stops. You may have to apply a little upward pressure on the lock to pull it up (Figure 39 and Figure 40).
3. Grasp the door by the sides, and close the door until the door frame makes contact with the unlocked hinges.
4. Pull the bottom of the door toward you while rotating the top of the door toward the appliance to completely disengage the hinge levers (Figure 41).

To Replace Oven Door:

1. Firmly grasp both sides of oven door along the door sides. Do not use the oven door handle (Figure 41).
2. Hold the oven door at the same angle as the removal position. Carefully insert the hinge levers into the oven frame until you feel the hinge levers are seated into the hinge notches. The hinge arms must be fully seated into the hinge notches before the oven door can be fully opened. (Figure 41).
3. Fully open the oven door, horizontal with floor (Figure 38).
4. Push the door hinge locks up toward and into the oven frame on both left and right oven door hinges to the locked position (Figure 39).
5. Close the oven door.
   

   ➡️IMPORTANT Special door care instructions – Most oven doors contain glass that can break. Do not hit the glass with pots, pans, or any other object. Scratching, hitting, jarring, or stressing the glass may weaken its structure, causing an increased risk of breakage at a later time. Do not close the oven door until all of the oven racks are fully in place.

Figure 38: Door hinge location

Figure 39: Door hinge locks 

Figure 40: Unlocking door hinge

Figure 41: Replacement and location of hinge arm and roller pin Replacing the Oven Light

Replacing the oven interior light bulb:
The interior oven light is located at the rear of the oven cavity and covered with a glass shield. The glass shield must be in place whenever the oven is in use (Figure 42).

1. Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the appliance.
2. Remove the interior oven light shield after removing the wire holder by carefully moving the wire to the side of the glass shield. The tension from the wire holds the glass shield in place.
3. Pull the shield straight out. Do not twist or turn.
4. Replace the bulb with a new appliance bulb.
5. Replace the glass oven light shield. Replace wire holder.
6. Turn the power back on again at the main source (or plug the appliance back in).
7. Be sure to reset the time of day on the clock.

Figure 42: Oven light protected by glass shield

Remove and replace storage drawer (some models)

Use the storage drawer for storing cooking utensils. The drawer can be removed to facilitate cleaning under the range. Use care when handling the drawer.

BEFORE YOU CALL

Oven Baking
For best cooking results, preheat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, 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.

Solutions to Common Problems:
Before you call for service, review the following list. It may save you time and expense. Possible solutions are provided with the problem listed.

WARRANTY

Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.

Exclusions

This warranty does not cover the following:

1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.
2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased “as-is” are not covered by this warranty.
5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.
6. Products used in a commercial setting.
7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.
9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.
10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL
EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

If You Need Service

Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below.

This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.

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