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Table of Contents Drop=in Range Warranty ..........Arranging Oven Racks ............ Product Record ............... Air Circulation in the Oven ..........iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS ......3-5 Oven Control Functions ..........Protection Agreements ........... Setting Oven Controls ..........10=13 Range Features ............... General Care &...
important Safety instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. This manual contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages. The safety symbol _ calls your attention to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.
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important Safety instructions Wear proper apparel--Loose=fitting or hanging Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat garments should never be worn while using the settings--Boilovers cause smoking and greasy accu- appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable mulations that may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry materials contact hot surfaces.
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important Safety instructions SELF=CLEANING OVENS Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed. The oven is vented through the right rear coil element. Touching the • in the self=cleaning cycle, only clean the parts listed surfaces in this area when the oven is operating may in this Use and Care Guide.
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Range features Your Electric Range Features at a Glance Electronic Oven Controls Surface Element with Clock and Kitchen Timer Control Knob Broil Element (2) adjustable Oven Racks One Piece Door Handle (Style varies with model) Broil Pan Insert Glass Front Broil Pan Oven Door (Style varies...
Setting Surface Controls Models with Coil Surface Elements Setting Surface Controls 1. Place the pan on the surface element. 2. Push in and turn the surface element control knob to desired setting. 3. The surface signal light will glow when one or more elements are turned on. Always turn the element off before removing the pan.
Before Setting Oven Controls Oven Vent Location -Models with Coil Elements Removing and Replacing Oven Racks To remove, pull the rack forward until it stops. Lift up front of The oven is vented through the right rear coil rack and slide out. To replace, fit the rack onto the guides on element.
Oven Control Functions READTHE iNSTRUCTiONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various functions of the oven as described below. BAKE PAD--Used UP and DOWN AR ROW select the bake Used along with function.
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Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Note: The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven. To Set or Change the Temperature Baking The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 500°F. To Set the Controls for Baking: display.
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Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Oven Baking information For best results, preheat 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 Causes Corrections...
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Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) To Broil The broiler pan and its insert allow Note: For optimum browning results when broiling, preheat the broil element for dripping grease to drain and be kept 3 to 4 minutes. away from the high heat of the broiler.
General Care & Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range is cool. Remove spillovers heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleanings now will reduce the extent and difficulty of major cleaning later.
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General Care & Cleaning (cont'd) Porcelain Enamel Cooktop Cleaning instructions Do not use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can chemically damage the cooking surface. Before cleaning the surface cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is cool. DO NOT use commercial oven cleaners on the exterior surfaces including rangetop and door frame.
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General Care & Cleaning (cont'd) To Raise theTop for Cleaning Grasp the sides and lift from the front. A lift-up rod will support the top in its raised position. Only lift the top high enough to allow the support rod to rest in place under the front of the cooktop.
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General Care & Cleaning (cont'd) Adhere to the Porcelain Enamel Oven Cleaning following cleaning Porcelain has a smooth finish and is a type of glass fused to metal. Oven cleaners can be precautions: used on all interior oven porcelain surfaces. •...
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General Care & Cleaning (cont'd) Changing Oven Light 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 models an interior oven light will turn on automatically when the oven is opened.
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Before you call Solutions to Common Problems 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. POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION OCCURRENCE...
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Before you call Solutions to Common Problems Drip bowls turning color or distorted Bottom su rface of cookware extends beyond surface elements and touches cooktop out of shape. surface. This can cause high enough temperatures to discolorthe d rip bowls. DO NOT use cookware of this type.
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