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Frigidaire C Range User Manual

1. Aluminum foil Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop Do not use under any circumstances Aluminum utensils Since the melting point of aluminum is much lower than that of other metals care must be taken when aluminum pots or pans are used Pans that boil dry may permanently damage cooktop by breaking fusing to or marking it Care and cleaning of stainless steel Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts Special care and cleaning are required for maintaining the appearance of stainless parts Refer to the General Care amp Cleaning table for detailed cleaning instructions Removing and replacing the lift off oven door CAUTION The door is heavy For safe temporary storage lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down To Remove Oven Door 1 Open oven door completely horizontal with floor See Figure 1 2 Pull the door hinge locks on both left and right door hinges down from the oven frame completely towards the oven door See Figure 2 A tool such as a small flat blade screwdriver may be required 3 Firmly grasp both sides of oven door along the door sides Do not use the oven door handle See Figure 3 4 Close the door to the broil stop position the oven door will stop into this position just before fully closing 5 With the oven door in the broil stop position lift the oven door hinge arms over the roller pins located on each side of the oven frame See Fi
2. Complete cleaning with a damp cloth and use a fine E N steel wool scouring agent if necessary The lower element can be moved up for cleaning purposes 5 Replace racks in the oven SS Reinstall oven door 28 To remove and replace storage drawer some models Use the storage drawer for storing cooking utensils The drawer can de removed to facilitate cleaning under the range Use care when handling the drawer Removing and Replacing Storage Drawer To remove the drawer 1 Pull empty drawer out to the roller guide stop 2 Tilt the drawer up and pull it out over the rollers To replace the drawer 1 Insert the rear end of the drawer into the opening 2 Fit the drawer end rollers onto the guide rails 3 Push the drawer in until it stops then lift to allow the rollers to clear the roller guide stop and push in Roller Storage Drawer Roller BEFORE YOU CALL Solutions to Common Problems Oven baking For best cooking results heat the oven before baking cookies breads cakes pies or pastries etc There is no need to preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance Baking Problems and Solutions Chart Baking Causes Corrections Problems Cookies and biscuits burn on the bottom Cakes too dark on top or bottom Cakes not done in the center
3. e User Servicing Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the appliance e Never modify or alter the construction of an appliance by removing leveling legs panels wire covers anti tip brackets screws or any other part of the product 44 WARNING Stepping leaning sitting or pulling down on the door or the drawer of this appliance can result in serious injuries and also cause damage to the appliance Do not allow children to climb or play around the appliance The weight of a child on an open door may cause the appliance to tip resulting in serious burns or other injury An open drawer when hot may cause burns 44 WARNING Do not use the oven or warm amp serve drawer if equipped for storage e Storage in or on Appliance Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven near surface burners or in the warm amp serve drawer if equipped This includes paper plastic and cloth items such as cookbooks plastic ware and towels as well as flammable liquids Do not store explosives such as aerosol cans on or near the appliance Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or property damage CAUTION Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above the appliance Children climbing on the cooktop to reach items
4. BEFORE YOU CALL Solutions to Common Problems POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Coarse particles such as salt or sand between cooktop and utensils can cause scratches Be sure cooktop surface and bottoms of utensils are clean before usage Small scratches do not affect cooking and will become less visible with time Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic glass cooktop have been used See Cooktop Cleaning Ceramic Glass Cooktop Models section under General Cleaning Cookware with rough bottom has been used Use smooth flat bottomed cookware Boilovers are cooked onto surface Use razor blade scraper to remove soil Cooktop Cleaning Ceramic Glass Cooktop Models section under General Cleaning Mineral deposits from water and food Remove using a ceramic glass cooktop cleaning cream Use cookware with clean dry bottoms Many factors affect baking results Make sure the proper rack position is used Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate Allow the oven to preheat to the set temperature before placing food in the oven Try adjusting the recipes recommended temperature or baking time If you feel the oven is too hot or cool see Adjusting Your Oven Temperature section in the Electronic Oven Control Guide A cooling fan may automatically turn on and off to cool internal parts It is normal and the fan may continue to run even after oven is turned off Excessive spillovers in oven Set self clean cyc
5. 1 If you are using the minute timer push the BAKE pad and make sure the bake temperature is displayed 2 Push the UP or DOWN ARROW pad to increase or decrease the set temperature Setting Broil This mode is best for meats fish and poultry up to 1 thick Broiling is a method of cooking tender cuts of meat by direct heat under the broil element of the oven The high heat cooks quickly and gives a rich brown outer ap pearance The BROIL pad controls the Broil feature An optional Searing Grill Broiler Pan and Insert are available via the enclosed accessories brochure Figure 1 amp 2 The optional broil pan and broil pan insert used together allow dripping grease to drain and be kept away from the high heat of the oven broiler Broiling Tips e For optimum browning preheat the broil element for 5 minutes e Broil one side until the food is browned turn and cook on the second side Season and serve e Always pull the rack out to the stop position before turning or removing food e Always use the broiler pan and its cover when broiling It allows the dripping grease to be kept away from the high heat of the broil element see Figure 1 e For best broiling results broil with the oven door in the broil stop position see Figure 3 e If using a Searing Grill available by mail order preheat the grill for 5 to 10 minutes before placing your meat e DO NOT use the broil pan without the insert DO NOT cover the bro
6. DO HAND N CLEAN DOOR TS ar P n yo ENE q WA S Se S What to Expect during Cleaning While the oven is in operation the oven heats to temperatures much higher than those used in normal cooking Sounds of metal expansion and contraction are normal Odor is also normal as the food soil is being removed Smoke may appear through the oven vent If heavy spillovers are not wiped up before cleaning they may flame and cause more smoke and odor than usual This is normal and safe and should not cause alarm If available use an exhaust fan during the self cleaning cycle CAUTION To avoid possible burns use care when opening the oven door after the Self Cleaning cycle Stand to the side of the oven when opening the door to allow hot air or steam to escape During the Self Cleaning cycle the outside of the range can become very hot to the touch DO NOT leave small children unattended near the appliance The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the Self Cleaning cycle of any range Move birds to another well ventilated room DO NOT line the oven walls racks bottom or any other part of the range 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 DO NOT force the oven door open This can damage the automatic door locking system Use
7. Timed Bake Feature The automatic timer will turn the oven on and off at the times you select in advance The oven can be programmed to start immediately and shut off automatically or to begin baking at a later time with an automatic shut off To Program the Oven to Begin Baking Immediately and To Shut Off Automatically 1 Be sure that the clock shows the correct time of day 2 Place the food in the oven and push the BAKE pad 3 Within 5 seconds push the UP or DOWN ARROW pad The display will show 350 F 177 C By holding the UP or DOWN ARROW pad the temperature can then be adjusted in 5 F 1 C increments 4 Push the BAKE TIME pad 0 00 will flash in the display 5 Push the UP or DOWN ARROW pad until the desired amount of baking time appears in the display To Program Oven for a Delayed Start Time and to Shut Off Automatically 1 Be sure that the clock shows the correct time of day 2 Place the food in the oven and push the BAKE pad 3 Within 5 seconds push the UP or DOWN ARROW pad The display will show 350 F 177 C By holding the UP or DOWN ARROW pad the temperature can then be adjusted in 5 F 1 C increments Push the BAKE TIME pad 0 00 will flash in the display Push the UP or DOWN ARROW pad until the desired amount of baking time appears 6 Push the START TIME pad 7 Push the UP or DOWN ARROW pad until the desired start time appears in the display 8 Once the controls are set
8. Hot Surface indicator lights will glow when the element is turned on and will continue to glow after the control knob is turned to the OFF position It will glow until the heating surface area has cooled sufficiently The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before the indicator light has turned OFF The message may remain on even though the controls are turned OFF 12 SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Surface cooking settings All models Operating the Surface Elements Use the chart to determine the correct setting for the type All models of food you are preparing Note The size and type of cookware used will influence ha Operate the Surface Elements Place correctly sized cookware on the surface the setting needed for best cooking results element Recommended Setting for Surface Element 2 Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction to the desired setting Figure 1 Bonu Dipati SLL Turn the knob to adjust the setting if desired Start HIGH HI Start most foods bring water to a boil most cooking operations on a higher setting and then and pan broiling turn to a lower setting to finish cooking Each surface MEDIUM HIGH Continue a rapid boil frying deep fat element provides a constant amount of heat at each 7 8 frying setting Ceramic Glass Cooktop Only A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware
9. 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 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 imply to you This written warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from state to state If You Keep your receipt delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period Need should service be required If service is performed it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts Service Service under this warranty must be obtained 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 E
10. The Timer does not start or stop cooking 4 Start time pad wUsed to set the desired start time for baking Can be used with BAKE TIME to program a delayed bake cycle 5 Oven preheat amp door locked lights The oven light will glow each time the oven unit turns on maintain the set oven temperature The Preheat light will glow when the oven is first set to operate or if the desired temperature is reset higher than the actual oven temperature The Door Locked light will The oven can be programmed to Bake normally Time Bake Delayed Bake Broil Self Clean Note Push buttons or pads may be shaped differently For a silent control panel When choosing a function a beep will be heard each time a pad is pushed If desired the controls can be programmed for silent operation Push and hold START TIME pad After 7 seconds the control will beep once This will block the controls from sounding when a pad is pushed To return the sound push and hold START TIME pad again for 7 seconds until 1 beep is heard m preheat E off locked p Aa x flash until the door locks when the self clean cycle is in use It glows constantly after the door locks Up arrow pad used along with the function pads to select oven temperature time of day and minute timer Bake pad Use to select the bake cooking feature Feature indicator lights These light to show which feature is in use Broil pa
11. When the displayed temperature reaches the desired baking temperature the control will beep once 1 time 4 To cancel the baking function press CLEAR OFF pad To Change the Oven Temperature after Baking has Started 1 Press BAKE pad and make sure the bake temperature is displayed 2 Press the UP or DOWN ARROW pad to increase or decrease the set temperature To Broil 1 Arrange oven rack while oven is still cool 2 Press BROIL pad 3 Press and hold the UP or DOWN ARROW pad until the desired broil setting level appears in the display Press the UP ARROW pad for HI broil or the DOWN ARROW pad for LO broil Most foods can be broiled at the HI broil setting Select the LO broil setting to avoid excess browning or drying of foods that should be broiled to the well done stage 4 Place the insert on the broiler pan then place the food on the insert DO NOT use the broiler pan without the insert or cover the insert with aluminum foil The exposed grease could ignite 5 Place the pan on the oven rack Open the oven door to the broil stop position when broiling 6 Broil on one side until food is browned turn and cook on the second side Note Always pull the rack out to the stop position before turning or removing food 7 When broiling is finished press CLEAR OFF pad CAUTION Should an oven fire occur close the oven door and turn off the oven If the fire continues use a fire extinguisher DO NOT put water or f
12. beeps This will cancel the temperature adjustment procedure To start this procedure over again begin with step 1 above OR 4 If you want to keep the adjustment wait until the oven control beeps once 5 The oven temperature adjustment has be accepted by the oven control and the display will return to the time of day Failure Modes All failure modes give a visual and audible alarm When display shows F10 temperature runaway F30 F31 oven sensor circuit fault or any other F error codes the electronic oven control has detected a fault condition Note that code and push the CLEAR OFF pad to clean the display and stop the beeping Reprogram the oven If fault recurs push CLEAR OFF pad disconnect the appliance to prevent damage and contact an authorized servicer SETTING OVEN CONTROLS MODELS B amp C Control pad features READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN For satisfactory use of your oven become familiar with the various features and functions of the oven as described below Detailed instructions for each feature and function follow later in this Use amp Care Guide amp NOTE The oven function will not work if the time of day clock is not set e We E ake a yi time oven timer start on off time gt eo 1 Clock pad use to set the time of day 2 Bake time pad Use to enter the length of the baking time 3 Timer on off pad Use to set or cancel the Timer
13. cannot be removed Remove racks See To remove and to replace an oven rack under Oven vent s and racks Use a mild abrasive cleaner following manufacturer s instructions Rinse with clean water and dry After cleaning the racks rub the sides of the racks with wax paper or a cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad oil this will make the racks glide easier into the rack positions Use soap amp water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door Rinse well You may use a glass cleaner on the outside glass of the oven door DO NOT immerse the door in water DO NOT spray or allow water or the glass cleaner to enter the door vents DO NOT use oven cleaners cleaning powders or any harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the oven door DO NOT clean the oven door gasket The oven door gasket is made of a woven material on Self Cleaning models which is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or remove this gasket 23 CARE amp CLEANING Coil Elements Cooktop a amp Maintenance Prior to cleaning the coil elements make sure they are cold and that control knobs are set at OFF Never immerse the coil elements in water 44 WARNING Never leave covers on the coil elements as they could be permanently damaged if turned on by accident To Remove and Replace Surface Elements and Drip Bowls some models CAUTION NS Be careful not to bend termina
14. change wait 5 more seconds until the oven control beeps once To complete the change Skip step 4 below OR 4 If at any time during the process of changing the Temperature Display Mode F or C you decide the change is not desired press the CLEAR OFF pad before the oven control beeps once to cancel the process 5 The display will then return to the time of day with any temperature display mode change you may have requested 1 Bake pad use to select the bake cooking feature 2 Broil pad uwse to select the broil cooking feature 3 Timer on off pad wse to set or cancel the Timer The Timer does not start or stop cooking 4 Clock pad Use to set the time of day 5 Clear off pad Use to cancel any oven feature previously entered except the time of day and minute timer 6 Down arrow pad uUsed along with the function pads to select oven temperature time of day and minute timer 7 Up arrow pad used along with the function pads to select oven temperature time of day and minute timer S Set the Minute Timer Press TIMER ON OFF pad Press the UP ARROW pad to increase the time in one minute increments Press and hold the UP ARROW pad to increase the time faster The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes Note If you press the DOWN ARROW pad first the timer will advance to 11 hours and 59 minutes 3 The display shows the timer count down in minutes until one minute remai
15. cleaners or oven protective coatings in or around any part of the oven interior e DO NOT clean the oven door gasket The woven material of the oven door gasket is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or remove the gasket e DO NOT use any cleaning materials on the oven door gasket Doing so could cause damage Remove the broiler pan and insert all utensils and ANY ALUMINUM FOIL These items cannot withstand high cleaning temperatures and will melt Completely remove ALL OVEN RACKS and ANY ACCESSORIES If the oven racks are not removed they will lose their special coating properties and will no longer slide in and out of the oven cavity effortlessly e Remove any excessive spillovers in the oven cavity before starting the Self Cleaning cycle To clean use hot soapy water and a cloth Large spillovers can cause heavy smoke or fire when subjected to high temperatures DO NOT allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content such as milk tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices or pie filling to remain on the surface as they may leave a dull spot even after cleaning e 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 These areas heat sufficiently to burn soil on Clean with soap and water ae CE y DO HAND gt CLEAN FRAME DO NOT HAND CLEAN OVEN _ DOOR GASKET
16. could be seriously injured e Do not leave children alone Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where an appliance is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS AREAS NEAR THESE UNITS OVEN HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE OVEN Both surface units and oven heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color Areas near surface units may become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they have had sufficient time to cool Among these areas are the cooktop surfaces facing the cooktop the oven vent Openings and surfaces near these openings oven door and window Wear Proper Apparel Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces WARNING NEVER use your appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room e 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 e When heating fat or grease watch it closely Fat or grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot e Use Only Dry Pot holders Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let the pot holders touch
17. damage A IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates installation operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related 44 WARNING e All appliance can tip e Injury to persons could result e Install anti tip bracket packed with your appliance e See Installation Instructions To reduce the risk of tipping the appliance must be secured by properly installed anti tip bracket or anti tip screws provided with the unit Refer to the Installation Instructions for proper anti tip bracket installation e Remove all tape and packaging wrap 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 e Proper Installation Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance in the United States with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 latest edition and local code requirements and in Canada with CSA C22 1 PART 1 latest edition 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 electrical power to the appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency
18. models an interior oven light will turn on automatically when the oven is opened The oven light may be turned on when the door is closed by using the oven light switch located on the Electronic Oven control The oven light bulb is covered with a glass shield held in place by a wire holder THIS GLASS SHIELD MUST ALWAYS BE IN PLACE WHEN THE OVEN IS IN USE CAUTION BE SURE OVEN IS COOL To Replace the Light Bulb 1 Turn the power off at the main source 2 Wear a leather faced glove for al caa possible broken glass S 3 Replace bulb with a 40 Watt Ji appliance bulb only 4 For self cleaning oven press wire holder to one side to release glass shield change bulb and be sure to replace glass shield N S CARE amp CLEANING Cleaning the Regular Oven non self clean oven some models Make sure the oven is cool and that all control Knobs are et OFF position Cleaning the oven is a lot easier when the door is removed 1 Remove the oven door see under To Remove and Replace the Oven Door in this Owner s Guide 2 Empty the oven including the racks 3 You can wash your broiler pan grid and racks in the kitchen sink 4 Clean oven lining thoroughly with soap and a wet cloth and wipe with a dry cloth To remove burned on fat on oven walls moisten soiled parts with household ammonia using a wet cloth Follow suggested manufacturer s cleaning method Do not remove the oven door when using ammonia
19. removing food from the oven SETTING OVEN CONTROLS MODELA Control pad features READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN For satisfactory use of your oven become familiar with the various features and functions of the oven as described below Detailed instructions for each feature and function follow later in this Use amp Care Guide timer on off O O Q clock clear V off e broil To Set the Clock When the appliance is first plugged in or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted the display will flash 12 00 1 Press CLOCK pad 2 Within 4 seconds press and hold the UP or DOWN ARROW pad until the correct time of day appears in the display To Change the Temperature Display Mode The electronic oven control temperature display mode was factory preset to display Fahrenheit F oven temperatures Note Oven cooking temperatures may be set from 170 F to 500 F 76 C to 260 C To change the Temperature Display Mode to C Celsius or from C to F do not use Bake or Broil while changing the Temperature Display Mode 1 Press amp hold the BROIL pad for 7 seconds until F or C appears in the display Note At this time the display will show the current Temperature Display Mode whether set for F or C 2 Within 4 seconds press the UP or DOWN ARROW pad once to toggle between the F Fahrenheit and C Celsius 3 To accept the
20. results should help you to decide how much of an adjustment is needed To Adjust Oven Temperature 1 Push the BAKE pad 2 Set the temperature to 550 F 287 C by pushing and holding the UP ARROW pad 3 Within 2 seconds push and hold the BAKE pad until the special 2 digit display appears Release the BAKE pad The display now indicates the amount of de grees offset between the original factory temperature setting and the current temperature setting If the oven control has the original factory calibration the display will read 00 4 The temperature can now be adjusted up or down 35 F 17 C in 5 F 1 C steps by pushing and holding the UP or DOWN ARROW pad Adjust until the desired amount of degrees offset appears in the display When lowering the oven temperature a mi nus sign will appear before the number to indicate that the oven will be cooler by the displayed amount of degrees 5 When you have made the desired adjustment push the CLEAR OFF pad to go back to the time of day display amp NOTE The adjustment made will not change the self cleaning temperature SETTING OVEN CONTROLS MODELS B amp C Self cleaning 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 with a damp cloth A IMPORTANT Adhere to the following cleaning precautions e DO NOT use oven
21. running even if the oven has been turned off until the components have cooled down Air circulation in the oven If using 1 rack place in center of oven If using multiple racks stagger cookware as shown For best air circulation and baking results allow 2 4 5 10cm around the cookware for proper air circulation and be sure pans and cookware do not touch each other the oven door sides or back of the oven cavity The hot air must circulate around the pans and cookware inthe oven for even heat to reach around the food Multiple Oven Racks Arranging oven racks ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN Always use oven mitts when using the oven To remove an oven rack pull the rack forward until it stops Lift up front of rack and slide out To replace an oven rack fit the rack onto the guides on the oven walls Tilt the front of the rack upward and slide the rack back into place N e L A Ta a Recommended rack positions Food Position Broiling meats chicken or fish 4 Cookies cakes pies biscuits amp muffins Using a single rack 2 or 3 Using two racks 2 and 4 Frozen pies angel food cake yeast bread 1 or 2 casseroles small cuts of meat or poultry Eee Turkey roast or ham 1 positions amp NOTE Always use caution when
22. to the surface will also improve efficiency Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Should Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units To reduce the risk of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil The handle of the utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward and does not extend over adjacent surface unit Never Leave Surface Units Unattended Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite or a pan that has boiled dry may melt e Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottom or any other part of the appliance Only use aluminum as recommended for baking if used as a cover placed on the food Any other used of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire or a short circuit 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 Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner Covers If an element is accidentally turned on the decorative cover will become hot and possibly melt Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched Damage may also be done to the cooktop IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR COOKTOPS WITH COIL ELEMENTS ONLY e Do Not Immerse or Soak Removable Surface HeatingElement
23. Cakes not level Foods not done when cooking time is up ss Cookies and biscuits put into the oven before the preheating time is completed Oven rack overcrowded Dark pan absorbs heat too fast Cakes put into the oven before preheating time is completed Rack position too high or low Oven too hot Oven too hot Incorrect pan size Pan not centered in oven Range not level Pan too close to oven wall or rack overcrowded Pan warped Oven too cool Oven overcrowded Oven door opened too frequently Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before placing food in oven Choose pan sizes that will permit 5 1cm to 10 2cm 2 to 4 of air space on all sides when placed in the oven Use a medium weight aluminum baking sheet Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before placing food in the oven Use proper rack position for baking needs Set oven temperature 25 F 12 C lower than recommended Set oven temperature 25 F 12 C lower than recommended Use pan size suggested in recipe Use proper rack position and place pan so there is 5 1cm to 10 2cm 2 to 4 of space on all sides of pan Place a marked glass measuring cup filled with water on the center of the oven rack If the water level is uneven refer to the installation instructions for leveling the range Be sure to allow 5 1cm to 10 2cm 2 to 4 of clearance on all sides of each pan in the oven Do no
24. FRIGIDAIRE Use amp Care TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome amp Congratulations ssssesesssesnensrsrnnnnnne 2 Setting Oven Controls Model A cscsesseseenees 15 Important Safety InstructionS s s sssssnenerennnernennns 3 Setting Oven Controls Models B amp C ssssssesessesens 17 Features at a GlanCe esss ensesnsnsnusaneeteriera shee AE 6 Care amp Cleaning Cleaning Chart sccsceccsceeee 23 Surface COOKING eleen 9 Care amp Cleaning i 22zecsetenee eee eeeenee ah aneee ee eeeeeree 24 Before Setting Surface Controls cccccssseesrseseres 11 Before You Call eee e eee 29 Setting Surface Controls E sheen 13 Major Appliance Warranty sccscscsssssese eee een 32 Before Setting Oven Controls cccssssesrseereenares 14 y Ade 600Z 4240190 ZT8SOZ8TE www frigidaire com USA 1 800 944 9044 www frigidaire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 WELCOME amp CONGRATULATIONS Product Registration Register Your Product The PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD l should be filled in completely 7 signed and returned to 4 Electrolux Home Products Serial Plate Location Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date 2009 Electrolux Canada Corp All rights reserved Printed in United States 2 Congratulations on your purchase of a new appliance At Electrolux Home
25. IMPORTANT Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur if you use an abrasive type scratch pad Only use cleaning products that have been specifically designed for ceramic glass cooktop 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 then apply a few drops of cleaning cream and buff surface clean Plastic or foods with a high sugar content These types of soils need be removed immediately if spilled or melted onto the ceramic cooktop surface Permanent damage such as pitting of the cooktop surface may occur if not removed immediately After turning the surface elements OFF use a razor blade scraper or a metal spatula with a mitt and scrape the soil from the hot surface as illustrated Allow the cooktop to cool and use the same method for heavy or burned on soils Do not use the following on the ceramic glass cooktop e Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads such as metal and some nylon pads They may scratch the cooktop making it more difficult to clean e Do not use harsh cleaners such as chlorine bleach ammonia or oven cleaners as they may etch or discolor the cooktop e Do not use dirty sponges cloths or paper towels as they can leave soil or lint on the cooktop which can burn and cause Special Caution for Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Cooking Utensils SCOURING j PADS ABRASIVE CLEANERS
26. Products we are very proud of our product and are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible Your satisfaction is our number one priority We know you ll enjoy your new appliance and Thank You for choosing our product We hope you consider us for future purchases PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This Use amp Care Manual contains general operating instructions for your appliance and feature information for several models Your product may not have all the described features The graphics shown are representative The graphics on your appliance may not look exactly like those shown These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance amp NOTE Please attach sales receipt here for future reference IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance Save these instructions for future reference 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 44 WARNING This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm death or property damage CAUTION This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property
27. ange surface and damage to the surface elements and or damage to the drip pans if equipped Wire trivets Do not use wire trivets Cookware bottoms must be in direct contact with the surface elements DO NOT use a wok if it is equipped with a metal ring that extends beyond the surface element Because this ring traps heat the surface element and cooktop surface could be damaged For glass smoothtop models only flat bottomed woks without support rings may be used 10 nee Tips amp Information 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 2 Use flat bottomed canners only Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom surface is flat 3 Center canner on the burner grate 4 Start with hot water and a high heat setting to reduce the time it takes to bring the water to a boil then reduce the heat setting as low as possible to maintain a constant boil 5 It is best to can small amounts and light loads CAUTION Canning can generate large amounts of steam Use extreme caution to prevent burns Always raise the lid to vent steam away from you Prevent damage to cooktop and burner grates 1 Do not use water bath or pressure canners that extend more than one inch beyond the edge of the burner grate 2 Do not leave water bath or pressure canners
28. caution when opening the door after the Self Cleaning cycle is completed The oven may still be VERY HOT amp NOTE See additional cleaning information for the oven door in the General Care amp Cleaning section 21 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS MODELS B amp C Self cleaning To Start the Self Clean Cycle We recommend a 2 hour self clean cycle for light soils and a 3 hour cycle for average to heavy soils to assure satisfactory results To Set the Controls for a Self Clean Cycle 1 Be sure the clock shows the correct time of day 2 Push the CLEAN pad appears in the display 3 Push the UP ARROW pad until 3 00 appears in the display for a 3 hour cycle or push the DOWN ARROW pad until 2 00 appears in the display for a 2 hour cycle 4 As soon as the UP or DOWN ARROW pad is released CLn appears in the display 5 As soon as the controls are set the motor driven lock will begin to close automatically and the Door Locked indicator light will flash DO NOT open the door while the light is flashing it takes about 15 seconds for the lock to close 6 The Door Locked light will glow until the cleaning cycle is completed or cancelled and the oven temperature has cooled When the Self Clean Cycle is Completed 1 The time of day will appear in the display window and the Door Locked light will continue to glow 2 Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 hour and the Door Locked light has gone out
29. cleaning will result and foods may smoke and cause a potential fire hazard Never use the griddle or similar cooking sheet on the ceramic glass cooktop amp NOTE Please read detailed instructions for ceramic glass cooktop cleaning in the General Care amp Cleaning section and Before You Call checklist section of this Use and Care Guide CAUTION Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass cooktop If these items melt on the cooktop they will damage the ceramic cooktop About the Radiant Surface Elements The element temperature rises gradually and evenly As the temperature rises the element will glow red To maintain the selected setting the element will cycle ON and OFF The heating element retains enough heat to provide a uniform and consistent heat during the OFF cycle For efficient cooking turn OFF the element several minutes before cooking is complete This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process Types of the heating elements used Your cooktop is equipped with radiant surface radiant elements with different wattage ratings The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the element wattage increases amp NOTE Due to the high intensity of heat generated by the surface elements the glass surface will turn green when the element will be turned off This phenomenon is normal and the glass will come back to its original
30. d Use to select the broil cooking feature 0 Down arrow pad vUsed along with the function pads to select oven temperature time of day and minute timer 11 Clear off pad Use to cancel any oven feature previously entered except the time of day and minute timer 12 Clean Pad uUsed to select the self cleaning cycle v clear controls al E S Temperature Conversion Fahrenheit Celsius The electronic oven control is set to operate in F Fahrenheit when shipped from the factory The oven can be programmed for any temperature from 170 F to 550 F 77 C to 287 C To change the temperature to C Celsius or from C to F control should not be in a Bake or Clean mode 1 Push BROIL pad appears in the display 2 Push and hold the UP ARROW pad until HI appears in the display 3 Push and hold BROIL pad until F or C appears in the display 4 Push UP or DOWN ARROW pad to change F to C or C to F 5 To accept the change wait 6 seconds 17 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS MODELS B amp C amp NOTE The oven function will not work if the time of day clock is not set To Set the Clock When the range is first plugged in or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupted the display will flash 12 00 1 Push CLOCK pad 2 Within 5 seconds push and hold the UP or DOWN ARROW pad until the correct time of day appears in the display Note The clock canno
31. dels only 19 8 Coil element 20 6 Coil element 21 6 Coil element 22 8 Coil element amp NOTE The features shown for your appliance may vary according to model type amp color FEATURES AT A GLANCE MODEL C Your built in range Features ee a a Control Panel Left front element control Left rear element control Right rear element control Right front element control Oven light switch Element on indicator lights Electronic oven control with kitchen timer Automatic oven door light switch Self clean door latch Broil element Self cleaning oven interior Oven interior light with removable cover Adjustable interior oven rack s Large 1 piece oven door handle Full width oven door with window Large 1 piece drawer handle Stainless steel models with drawer only Storage drawer with integrated handle Available with some models only Ceramic glass cooktop 7 single radiant element 6 single radiant element 9 single radiant element 12 single radiant element Hot surface indicator light amp NOTE The features shown for your appliance may vary according to model type amp color 6 a a a a clock bake A bake broil oven a timer start v clear clean on off time preheat off m door locked amp controls FRIGIDAIRE Selecting Sur
32. eaning time Failure to clean bottom front top of oven or door areas outside oven seal These areas are not in the Self Cleaning area but get hot enough to burn on food residue Clean these areas before starting the Self Clean cycle Burned on residue may be cleaned with a stiff nylon brush and water or nylon scrubber Be careful not to damage the oven gasket Excessive spillovers in oven especially for pie spillovers or large amounts of grease on the oven bottom Wipe up excessive spillovers before starting the Self Clean cycle If flames or excessive smoke are present stop the Self Clean cycle and follow the steps under Stopping or Interrupting the Self Cleaning Cycle in the Electronic Oven Control Guide 31 MAJOR APPLIANCE 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 no
33. ed immediately after the cooktop has cooled using the cooktop cleaning cream Metal marks can become permanent if not removed prior to future use Cookware cast iron metal ceramic or glass with rough bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop surface Do not slide anything metal or glass across the cooktop Do not use your cooktop as a cutting board or work surface in the kitchen Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop surface without a pan Do not drop heavy or hard objects on the glass cooktop or they may crack it 25 CARE amp CLEANING Cleaning recommendations for the ceramic glass cooktop Models B amp C only CAUTION Before cleaning the cooktop be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL WARNING DO NOT use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop The fumes can be hazardous to your health and can chemically damage the ceramic glass surface For light to moderate soil Apply a few drops of CookTop Cleaning Creme directly to the cooktop Use a paper towel or use a non abrasive plastic type no scratch pad to clean the entire cooktop surface Make sure the cooktop is cleaned thoroughly leaving no residue For heavy burned on soil Apply a few drops of CookTop Cleaning Creme directly to the soiled area Rub the soiled area using a non abrasive plastic type no scratch pad applying pressure as needed Do not use the pad you use to clean the cooktop for any other purpose A
34. face Cooking Cookware Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware See Figure 1 Figure 1 Be sure to follow the recommendations for using cookware as shown in Figure 2 CORRECT INCORRECT v ww E i Ta Tt Tt e Curved and warped pan e Flat bottom and straight bottoms sides w e Tight fitting lids L y gt fe e Weight of handle does not tilt pan Pan is well Pan a ji wy ol eead more than one half inch Pan sizes match the j amount of food to be gt e prepared and the size of the surface element e Pan is smaller than the element Made of material that conducts heat well e Heavy handle tilts the pan Easy to clean Always match pot diameter to element surface diameter l Figure 2 amp NOTE The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results SURFACE COOKING Cookware Material types The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom The most popular materials available are ALUMINUM Excellent heat conductor Some types of food will cause it to darken Anodized aluminum cookware resists staining amp pitting If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic glass cooktop they may lea
35. gure 4 To Replace Oven Door 1 Firmly grasp both sides of oven door along the door sides Do not use the oven door handle See Figure 3 2 Holding the oven door at the same angle as the removal position seat the hook of the hinge arm over the roller pins located on each side of the oven door frame See Figure 4 The hook of the hinge arms must be fully seated onto the roller pins 3 Fully open the oven door horizontal with floor See Figure 1 4 Push the door hinge locks up towards and into the oven frame on both left and right oven door hinges See Figure 2 to the locked position 5 Close the oven door Door Hinge locations with oven door fully open o Figure 2 Figure 1 CARE amp CLEANING Roller Pin C_ Oven door Hinge Arm Hook Figure 3 Figure 4 Special door care instructions Most oven doors contain glass that can break Read the following recommendations 1 Do not close the oven door until all the oven racks are fully in place 2 Do not hit the glass with pots pans or any other ob ject 3 Scratching hitting jarring or stressing the glass may weaken its structure causing an increased risk of breakage at a later time Changing oven light CAUTION Be sure the oven is unplugged and all parts are COOL before replacing the oven light bulb Do not turn the oven light on during a self cleaning cycle High temperature will reduce lamp life On some
36. hot surface units Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a pot holder e Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers Buildup of pressure may cause the container to burst and result in injury e Remove the oven door from any unused appliance if it is to be stored or discarded A IMPORTANT Do not attempt to operate the appliance during a power failure If the power fails always turn off the unit If the unit is not turned off and the power resumes the appliance will not operate and an error message will be displayed Once the power resumes reset the clock and the oven function CAUTION Electronic controllers can be damaged by cold temperatures When you use your appliance for the first time or if it has not been used for a long period of time make sure that it has been exposed to a temperature above 0 C 32 F for at least 3 hours before connecting it to the power supply IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP Know which knob controls each surface heating unit Place pan of food on the element before turning it on and turn the element off before removing the pan Use Proper Pan Size This appliance is equipped with one or more surface burners of different sizes Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of surface heating unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of utensil
37. il pan insert with foil The exposed grease could catch fire Accessories available via the enclosed brochure Pan _ s amp Insert Figure 1 Figure 2 To set the Broil 1 Arrange oven rack while oven is still cool 2 Push the BROIL pad 3 Push and hold the UP or DOWN ARROW pad until the desired broil setting level appears in the display Push UP ARROW pad for HI broil or the DOWN ARROW pad for LO broil Most foods can be boiled at the HI broil setting Select the LO broil setting to avoid excess browning or drying of foods that should be cooked to the well done stage 4 Place grid on the broiler pan then place the food on the grid DO NOT use the broiler pan without the grid or cover the grid with aluminum foil The exposed fat could ignite 5 Place the pan on the oven rack Open the oven door to the broil stop position when broiling Figure 3 6 Broil on one side until food is browned turn and cook on the second side Note Always pull the rack out to stop position before turning or removing food 7 When broiling is finished push the CLEAR OFF pad Broil Stop Position Figure 3 CAUTION Should an oven fire occur close the oven door and turn off the oven If the fire continues use a fire extinguisher DO NOT put water or flour on the fire Flour may be explosive SETTING OVEN CONTROLS MODELS B amp C To Set the Bake Time Feature The BAKE TIME and START TIME controls operate the
38. in enamel cooktop cleaning instructions some models WARNING Do not use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop The fumes can be hazardous to your health and can chemically damage the cooking surface CAUTION Before cleaning the surface cooktop be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is cool DO NOT use commercial oven cleaners on the exterior surfaces including cooktop and door frame Correct and consistent cleaning is essential to maintaining your porcelain enamel cooktop If food spills and grease spatters are not removed they may burn onto the surface of the cooktop and cause permanent discoloration Daily Cleaning For normal soil 1 Allow cooktop surface to cool 2 Wipe off spills and spatters using a clean paper towel or a clean cloth with warm soapy water 3 If needed use a soapy steel wool pad or other mild household cleaners 4 Be sure to rinse off the cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating For heavy burned on soil 1 Allow cooktop surface to cool 2 Use a soap filled scouring pad with warm water or cover heavily soiled spots with a solution of clear water and ammonia Scour gently Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth 3 If any soil remains apply a few drops of a recommended cooktop cleaning cream on the spots and rub gently using a clean damp cloth or scouring pad Buff with a dry cloth until all soil and cream are removed Frequent cleaning with
39. ing the control panel turn all controls to OFF and remove the control knobs To remove pull each knob straight off the shaft Clean as instructed above Squeeze excess water from the cloth before wiping the panel especially when wiping around the controls Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the appliance To replace knobs after cleaning line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft then push the knob into place Clean burner grates broiler pan and insert some models in the dishwasher and dry upon removal If soils are not removed follow the cooktop cleaning instructions below Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots Rinse with a 1 1 solution of clear water and ammonia If necessary cover difficult spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop Clean stainless steel with hot soapy water and a dishcloth Rinse with clean water and a cloth Do not use cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides or chlorines Do not use harsh scrubbing cleaners Only use kitchen cleaners that are especially made for cleaning stainless steel Always be sure to rinse the cleaners from the surface as bluish stains may occur during heating that
40. inum foil Doing so blocks air flow through the oven and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning Aluminum foil linings may trap heat causing a fire hazard e Placement of Oven Racks Always place oven racks in desired location while appliance is cool Remove all utensils from the rack before removing rack If rack must be moved while oven is hot use extreme caution Use pot holders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition Do not let pot holders contact the hot oven element or interior of the oven e Do not use a broiler pan without its insert Broiler pan and grid allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the high heat of the broiler e Do not cover the broiler grid or oven bottom with aluminum foil Exposed fat and grease could ignite e Do not touch a hot oven light bulb with a damp cloth Doing so could cause the bulb to break Disconnect the appliance or shut off the power to the appliance before removing and replacing the bulb IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR OVEN e Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire Exhaust fan ventilation hoods and grease filters should be kept clean Do not allow grease to accumulate Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire Refer to the hood manufacturer s instructions for cleaning e Cleaners Aerosols Always follow the manufacturer s recommended directions for use Be aware that excess residue from cleaners and aeroso
41. is COOL REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE REGULAR CLEANING WILL REDUCE THE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANING LATER Surfaces Aluminum trim pieces amp Vinyl Glass Painted and Plastic Body Parts Control Knobs amp Decorative Trim Pieces Control Panels Porcelain Enamel Burner Grates Cooktop Surface Below Cooktop Broiler Pan amp Insert some models Door Liner Oven Bottom amp Burner Drip Pans Stainless Steel Some models Oven Door amp Drawer Front Panel and Decorative Trim Oven Racks DO NOT HAND CLEAN OVEN DOOR GASKET DO HAND CLEAN DOOR How to Clean Use hot soapy water and a cloth Dry with a clean cloth Using a soft cloth clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50 50 solution of vinegar and water Follow by rinsing the area with clean water dry and polish with a soft cloth Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a soft cloth first DO NOT spray liquids directly on the control pad and display area Do not use large amounts of water on the control panel excess water on the control area may cause damage to the appliance Do not use other liquid cleaners abrasive cleaners scouring pads or paper towels they will damage the finish To remove control knobs turn to the OFF position grasp firmly and pull straight off the shaft To replace knobs after cleaning line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft then push the knob into place Before clean
42. is too small for the surface heating area MEDIUM 4 6 Maintain a slow boil thicken sauces and gravies steaming vegetables MEDIUM LOW Keep foods cooking poaching and 4 When cooking has completed turn the surface 2 3 stewing control knob to OFF before removing the LOW LO Keep warm melting and simmering cookware CAUTION f OEF Sy Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers spoon holders or plastic wrappings on cooktop when it Is in use These items could melt or ignite Potholders towels or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements med Figure 1 Control knob shown is typical only amp NOTE See Recommended Setting for Surface Element table 13 BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Oven Vent Location On model A the oven is vented through the right rear coil element Figure 1 and on models B amp C the oven vent is located through the upper front trim and visible when the oven door is open Figure 2 When the oven is on warm air is released through the vent This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results DO NOT block the vent Doing SO may cause cooking failures fire or damage to the appliance Figure 2 CAUTION Some models are equipped with a blower which runs in baking and self cleaning mode to keep all internal components at a cool temperature The blower may keep
43. kitchen timer a ale a 9 Automatic oven door light switch 10 Broil element 11 Manual clean oven interior 12 Oven interior light with removable cover 13 Adjustable interior oven rack s 14 Large 1 piece oven door handle 15 Oven door with window 16 Storage drawer with integrated handle available with some models only 17 8 Coil element 18 6 Coil element 19 6 Coil element 20 8 Coil element amp NOTE The features shown for your appliance may vary according to model type amp color 6 FEATURES AT A GLANCE MODEL B clock bake bake broil l time l l timer start p v clearx clean on off time off l 8 controls FRIGIDAIRE Your built in range Features Control Panel Left front element control Left rear element control Right rear element control Right front element control Oven light switch Element on indicator lights Electronic oven control with kitchen timer O N OTTAR YE 9 Automatic oven door light switch 10 Self clean door latch 11 Broil element 12 Self cleaning oven interior 13 Oven interior light with removable cover 14 Adjustable interior oven rack s 15 Large 1 piece oven door handle 16 Full width oven door with window 17 Large 1 piece drawer handle Stainless steel models with drawer only 18 Storage drawer with integrated handle Available with some mo
44. l ends when replacing elements after cleaning CAUTION Before cleaning the cooktop be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL To Remove 1 Lift up edge of surface element across from terminal end just enough to clear the edge of the drip bowl 2 Gently slide the surface element out of the terminal plug 3 Lift the drip bowl up and out To Replace 1 Line up the opening of the drip bowl with the terminal plug 2 Hold the surface element as level as possible and slide the terminal end through the opening and into the terminal plug 3 Be sure the surface element is level to reduce the hazard of pans sliding off the element To Raise the Top for Cleaning 1 Grasp the sides and lift from the front Some models may have a lift up rod to support the top in its raised position Lift the top only high enough to allow the support rod to fit into place then gently lower the cooktop onto the raised rod 2 Clean underneath using a clean cloth and hot soapy water 3 Gently lower the cooktop into the frame If your model has a support rod lower the support rod then gently lower the cooktop into the frame 24 CAUTION When lowering the lift up cooktop grasp the sides with fingertips only Be careful not to pinch fingers DO NOT drop or bend the cooktop when raising or lowering This could damage the surface A rod swings up to support the top for cleaning underneath Porcela
45. le for a longer cleaning time Excessive spillovers in oven This is normal especially for pie spillovers or large amounts of grease on the oven bottom Wipe up excessive spillovers before starting the self clean cycle If flames or excessive smoke are present stop the self clean cycle and follow the steps under Stopping or Interrupting the Self Cleaning Cycle in the Electronic Oven Control Guide Control s not set properly Follow instructions under Setting Oven Controls Make sure oven is opened to Broil Stop Position Meat too close to the element Reposition the rack to provide proper clearance between the meat and the element Preheat broil element Preheat broil element for searing Grid on broiler pan wrong side up and grease not draining Always place grid on the broiler pan with ribs up and slots down to allow grease to drip into pan Grease has built up on oven surfaces Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling frequently Old grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking Control s not set properly Follow instructions under Oven Cleaning in the Electronic Oven Control Guide Control s not set properly Follow instructions under Oven Cleaning in the Electronic Oven Control Guide Self cleaning cycle was interrupted Stop time must be 2 to 4 hours past the start time Follow steps under Stopping or Interrupting the Self Cleaning Cycle in the Electronic Oven Control Guide Set Self Clean cycle for a longer cl
46. lectrolux 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 USA Canada 1 800 944 9044 1 800 265 8352 Electrolux Major Appliances Electrolux Canada Corp North America 5855 Terry Fox Way P O Box 212378 9 Electrolux Mississauga Ontario Canada Augusta GA 30907 L5V 3E4 32
47. lour on the fire Flour may be explosive 16 Adjusting Your Oven Temperature Your new oven has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure an accurate baking temperature For the first few uses follow your recipe times and temperature recommendations carefully If you feel your oven is too hot or too cool from your baking experience the oven temperature may be adjusted to your liking amp NOTE DO NOT adjust your oven temperature based on oven thermometers such as those found in grocery stores they may not be accurate To Adjust the Oven Temperature do not use Bake or Broil while adjusting the oven temperature Note Your oven control was factory set in the Fahrenheit F Temperature Display Mode To change for Celsius C see page 15 1 Press amp hold the BAKE key pad and release after the display shows the factory temperature setting of 00 Note If the oven temperature has been previously adjusted from the factory setting the current temperature adjusted value will appear in the display instead 2 You may increase the oven temperature in 5 F 1 C increments with each press of the UP ARROW pad to a maximum oven adjustment of 35 F 18 C You may also adjust the oven temperature downward in 5 F 1 C increments with each press of the DOWN ARROW pad total range of 35 F to 35 F 18 C to 18 C 3 If you do not want to keep the display adjustment press the CLEAR OFF pad before the oven control
48. ls may ignite causing damage and or injury FOR SELF CLEANING OVEN e Clean in the self cleaning cycle only the parts of the appliance listed in this Owner s Guide Before using the self cleaning cycle of the appliance remove all utensils stored in the appliance e 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 e Do not use oven cleaners No oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the appliance e Remove oven racks Oven racks color will change if left in the oven during a self cleaning cycle CAUTION The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self clean cycle of any wall oven Move birds to another well ventilated room m IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances 5 FEATURES AT A GLANCE MODELA FRIGIDAIRE Your built in range Features Control Panel Left front element control Left rear element control Right rear element control Right front element control Oven light switch Element on indicator lights Electronic oven control with
49. nce the oven door is locked the current time of day will appear in the display 2 To cancel the lockout feature push CLEAR OFF pad and hold for 3 seconds The control will unlock the oven door and resume normal operation amp NOTE If a control pad is pressed while the Oven Door Control Lockout mode Loc will appear in the display until the control pad is released But it does not disable the clock kitchen timer and the interior oven lights SETTING OVEN CONTROLS MODELS B amp C To Set or Change the Temperature for Normal Baking The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170 F to 550 F 77 C to 287 C amp NOTE The oven control has a built in energy saving feature that will shut off the oven if the control is left on for more than 11 hours 59 minutes To Set the Controls for Normal Baking 1 Push BAKE pad appears in the display 2 Within 5 seconds push the UP or DOWN ARROW pad The display will show 350 F 177 C By holding the UP or DOWN ARROW pad the temperature can then be adjusted in 5 F 1 C increments 3 As soon as the UP or DOWN ARROW pad is released the oven will begin heating to the selected temperature When the oven temperature reaches the desired baking temperature the control will beep 3 times and the Preheat light will turn off 4 To cancel the baking function push the CLEAR OFF pad To Change the Oven Temperature after Baking has started
50. ns Then the display will count down in seconds 4 When the set time has run out the timer will sound a 3 seconds beep 0 00 will appear in the display until TIMER ON OFF pad is pressed Note While the minute timer is counting down the w will flash The minute timer does not start or stop cooking It serves as an extra timer in the kitchen that will beep when the set time has run out The minute timer can be used alone or during any of the other oven functions When the minute timer is in use with any other function the minute timer will be shown in the display To view other functions press the pad for that function To Change the Minute Timer while it Is in use While the timer is active and shows in the display press and hold the UP or DOWN ARROW pad to increase or decrease the time To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out Press TIMER ON OFF 15 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS MODEL A To Set or Change the Temperature for Baking The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170 F to 500 F 76 C to 260 C To Set the Controls for Baking 1 Press BAKE pad appears in the display 2 Within 5 seconds press the UP or DOWN ARROW pad The display will show 350 F By pressing and holding the UP or DOWN ARROW pad the temperature can then be adjusted in 5 F increments 3 When the UP or DOWN ARROW pad is released the oven will begin heating to the selected temperature
51. on high heat for an extended amount of time 3 Alternate surface units between each batch to allow the units and surrounding surfaces to cool down Try to avoid canning on the same burner unit all day Safe canning requires that harmful micro organisms are destroyed and the jars are sealed completely When canning in a water bath canner a gentle but steady boil must be maintained continuously for the required time BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Ceramic Glass Cooktop some models The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the glass The design of the ceramic cooktop outlines the area of the surface element underneath Make sure the diameter of the pan matches the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop Heat is transferred up through the surface of the cooktop to the cookware Only flat bottom cookware should be used The type and size of cookware the number of surface elements in use and their settings are all factors that will affect the amount of heat that will spread to areas beyond the surface elements The areas Surrounding the elements may become hot enough to cause burns CAUTION The cooktop should not be used as a cutting board or work surface Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop may crack it Pans with rough bottoms may scratch the cooktop surface Placing foods directly on the smoothtop surface without cooking utensil is not recommended as difficult
52. pad for 8 seconds the control will beep once and then release This feature does not remove the set time of day from the memory of the control When the display is turned OFF the time of day will reappear for a few seconds any time the CLOCK pad is touched To Set Control for Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving The oven control has a built in 12 Hour Energy Saving feature that will shut off the oven if the control is left on for more than 11 hours and 59 minutes The oven can be programmed to override this feature for continuous baking To set control for continuous baking 1 Push and hold TIMER ON OFF pad down for 5 seconds until tone is heard hr will appear in display for continuous cooking The current time of day will return to the display 2 To cancel the Continuous Bake Function push TIMER ON OFF pad and hold for 5 seconds until tone is heard 12hr will appear in display indicating that the control has returned to the 12 Hour Energy Saving feature To Set Control for Oven Lockout The control can be programmed to lock the oven door and inactivate the oven controls To Set Control for Oven Lockout feature 1 Push the CLEAR OFF pad and hold for 3 seconds Loc will appear in display the Door Locked indicator light will flash and the motor driven door lock will begin to close automatically DO NOT open oven door while the indicator light is flashing Allow about 15 seconds for the oven door to lock O
53. s Surface heating elements should never be immerse in water Heating elements clean themselves during normal operation e Make Sure Drip Pans or Drip Bowls Are in Place Absence of these pans or bowls during cooking may subject wiring or components underneath to damage FOR GLASS COOKTOP ONLY e 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 e 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 e Avoid Scratching the Cooktop Glass with Sharp Objects IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN e Use Care When Opening Oven Door Stand to the side of the appliance when opening the door drawer of a hot appliance Let hot air or steam escape before you remove or replace food in the oven drawer e Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed The oven is vented at the front above the oven door 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 44 WARNING NEVER cover any slots holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as alum
54. s heat better than warped pans Cookware materials and weight of the material affect heating Heavy and medium weight pans heat evenly Because lightweight pans heat unevenly foods may burn easily Foods with acids such as tomatoes if allowed to stand in on bowls will cause corrosion Remove and wash drip bowls as soon as possible after spillover Normal environment Houses along sea coast are exposed to salt air Protect bowls as much as possible from direct exposure to salt air Bottom surface of cookware extends beyond surface elements and touches cooktop surface This can cause high enough temperatures to discolor the drip bowls DO NOT use cookware of this type Pan sizes should be matched to the size of the element Replacement drip bowls may be purchased from your dealer Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface Do not slide metal utensils on cooktop surface Use a ceramic glass cooktop cleaning cream to remove the marks Cooktop Cleaning Ceramic Glass Cooktop Models section under General Cleaning OCCURRENCE Scratches or abrasions on cooktop surface Brown streaks or specks Areas of discoloration with metallic sheen Poor baking results Fan noise during cooking operation Flames inside oven or smoking from vent Oven smokes excessively during broiling Self cleaning cycle does not work Soil not completely removed after self cleaning cycle Excessive smoking from oven vent
55. sure cabinets are Square and have sufficient room for range clearance Cabinets not square or are built in too tight Contact a cabinet maker to correct the problem Contact builder or installer to make appliance accessible Carpet interferes with range Provide sufficient space so range can be lifted over carpet Gas line is hard plumbed Have a flexible C S A international approved metal appliance connector installed Make sure cord plug is plugged tightly into outlet Service wiring is not complete Call an authorized servicer Electrical power outage Check house lights to be sure Call your local electric company for service Electronic control has detected a fault condition Press Clear to clear the display and stop beeping Reprogram oven If fault recurs record fault number Press Clear and call an authorized servicer for assistance Replace or tighten bulb See Changing Oven Light section in this Use amp Care Guide Electrical power outage Check house lights to be sure Call your local electric company for service No power to the appliance Check steps under Entire Range or Oven Does Not Operate in this Before you Call checklist Incorrect control setting Make sure the correct control is on for the surface unit to be used Incorrect control setting Make sure the correct control is on for the surface unit to be used Lightweight or warped pans used Use only flat evenly balanced medium or heavyweight cookware Flat pan
56. t be changed during any timed bake or self clean cycle To Set the Minute Timer 1 Push TIMER ON OFF pad 2 Push the UP ARROW pad to increase the time in one minute increments Push and hold the UP ARROW pad to increase the time in 10 minute increments The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes Note If you push the DOWN ARROW pad first the timer will advance to 11 hours and 59 minutes 3 The display shows the timer count down in minutes until one minute remains The display will count down in seconds 4 When the set time has run out the timer will beep 3 times It will continue to beep 3 times every 60 seconds until the TIMER ON OFF pad is pushed amp NOTE The minute timer does not start or stop cooking It serves as an extra timer in the kitchen that will beep when the set time has run out The minute timer can be used alone or during any of the other oven functions When the minute timer is in use with any other mode the minute timer will be shown in the display To view other functions push the function pad for that mode To Change the Minute Timer while it is in use While the timer is active and shows in the display push and hold the UP or DOWN ARROW pad to increase or decrease the time To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out Push TIMER ON OFF pad 18 amp NOTE To turn the time of day display OFF or ON in the display press and hold the CLOCK
57. t 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 consumable 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 IMPLIES WARRANTIES LIMITATION
58. t use pans that are dented or warped Set oven temperature 25 F 12 C higher than suggested and bake for the recommended time Be sure to remove all pans from the oven except the ones to be used for baking Open oven door only after shortest recommended baking time 29 BEFORE YOU CALL Solutions to Common Problems A IMPORTANT Before you call for service review this list It may save you time and expense The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance OCCURRENCE Range is not level Cannot move appliance easily Appliance must be accessible for service Entire range or oven does not operate Oven control beeps and displays any F code error ex F11 Oven light does not work Surface unit does not heat Surface units too hot or not hot enough Drip bowls are pitting or rusting Drip bowls turning color or distorted out of shape Metalmarks 30 POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Poor installation Place oven rack in center of oven Place a level on the oven rack Adjust leveling legs at base of range until the rack is level When range is level cooktop may appear out of alignment if countertop is not level Weak unstable floor Be sure floor is level and can adequately support range If floor is Sagging or slopping contact a carpenter to correct the situation Kitchen cabinet misalignment may make range appear to be unlevel Be
59. the control calculates when baking will stop hE Once the Controls are Set 1 The oven will come on and begin heating to the selected baking temperature 2 The oven temperature or time of day will show in the display When the Set Bake Time Runs Out 1 END will appear in the display window and the oven will shut off automatically 2 The control will beep 3 times every 60 seconds until the CLEAR OFF pad is pushed To Change the Oven Temperature or Bake Time after Baking has started 1 Push the function pad you want to change 2 Push the UP or DOWN ARROW pad to adjust the setting 20 CAUTION Use caution when using the automatic timer Use the automatic timer when cooking cured or frozen meats and most fruits and vegetables Foods that can easily spoil such as milk eggs fish meat or poultry should be chilled in the refrigerator first Even when chilled they should not stand in the oven for more than 1 hour before cooking begins and should be removed promptly when cooking is completed Recalibrating Your Oven Temperature Recalibrating Your Oven Temperature The temperature in the oven has been set at the factory When first using the oven be sure to follow recipe times and temperatures If you think the oven is too hot or too cool the temperature in the oven can be adjusted Before adjusting test a recipe by using a temperature setting that is higher or lower than recommended temperature The baking
60. the cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective coating which helps in preventing scratches and abrasions For sugary spillovers Sugary spills can chemically damage your cooktop surface Therefore you must begin cleaning the spills while the cooktop is still hot Use caution when following the steps below 1 Turn off all surface units and remove all pans immediately 2 Wearing an oven mitt wipe up carefully or move hot spills away from the element area with a clean damp cloth 3 Allow the cooktop to cool Follow the instructions above for heavy burned on soil COOKTOP CLEANING POLISHING CREAM can be purchased through authorized service centers or major department stores CARE amp CLEANING Ceramic glass cooktop cleaning amp maintenance Models B amp C only Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your Ceramic glass cooktop a IN THE nais a CERAMA BRYTE IC COOKTOP CERAM FANER Prior to using your cooktop for the first time apply the recommended CERAMA BRYTE Cleaning Creme to the ceramic surface Clean and buff with a non abrasive cloth or pad This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking The special cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions A Sliding aluminum or copper clad bottom pans on the cooktop can cause metal markings on the cooktop surface These marks should be remov
61. the oven door can be opened 22 Stopping or Interrupting a Self Cleaning Cycle If it becomes necessary to stop or interrupt a self cleaning cycle due to excessive smoke or fire 1 Push the CLEAR OFF pad 2 Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 hour and the Door Locked light has gone out the oven door can be opened 3 Correct the condition which caused the smoking 4 Restart the self clean cycle once all conditions have been corrected CAUTION Use care when opening the oven door after self clean ing cycle Stand to the side of the oven when opening the door to allow hot air or steam to escape DO NOT force the oven door open This can damage the automatic door locking system Use caution when opening the door after the self cleaning cycle is com pleted The oven may still be VERY HOT FAILURE MODES All failure modes give a visual and audible alarm When display shows F10 temperature runaway F30 oven sensor circuit fault or F90 motor door lock fault the electronic oven control has detected a fault condition Note that code and push the CLEAR OFF pad to clean the display and stop the beeping Reprogram the oven If fault recurs push CLEAR OFF pad disconnect the appliance to prevent damage and contact an authorized servicer CARE amp CLEANING Cleaning Chart Cleaning various parts of your appliance Before cleaning any part of the appliance be sure all controls are turned off and the appliance
62. ve metal marks which will resemble scratches Remove these marks immediately COPPER Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily May leave metal marks on ceramic glass see Aluminum above STAINLESS STEEL Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results Is durable easy to clean and resists staining CAST IRON A poor heat conductor however will retain heat very well Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is reached Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops PORCELAIN ENAMEL on METAL Heating characteristics will vary depending on base material Porcelain enamel coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic cooktops GLASS Slow heat conductor Not recommended for ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass SURFACE COOKING Specialty Pans amp Trivets Woks with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are available in most cookshop or hardware stores Round bottomed woks with a support ring that does not extend beyond the heating element may also be used The metal ring was designed to support the wok Safely when it is filled with large amounts of liquids Soup making or fat frying CAUTION DO NOT use two elements if the cooktop is not equipped with bridge element to heat one large pan such as a roaster or griddle or allow cooking utensils to boil dry The bottom surface of the pan in either of these situations could cause discoloring or crazing of the porcelain enamel r
63. white color after it has completely cooled down White glass cooktops only amp NOTE Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle ON and OFF even at the HI setting This helps to prevent damage to the ceramic smooth top Cycling at the HI setting is normal and can occur if the cookware is too small for the radiant element or if the cookware bottom is not flat Be sure to read detailed instructions for ceramic glass cooktop cleaning in the General Care amp Cleaning section and Before You Call checklist section of this Use and Care Guide 11 BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Element ON all models Hot surface indicator light Your appliance is equipped with two different types of Model C only radiant surface control indicator lights that will glow on The hot surface indicator light located on the cooktop the backguard the Element On indicator light and the Figure 2 will glow when any surface cooking area heats hot surface indicator lights up and will remain on until the glass cooktop has cooled to a MODERATE level The element ON indicator lights are located on the control panel Figure 1 between the two radiant element control knob and will glow when a surface element is turned ON OFF hot surface indicator light med 2a med element ON indicator Figure 2 Model C only light Hot surface indicator light location Figure 1 Element ON indicator light location L NOTE The

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