Frigidaire Range 316135923 User manual

OWNER’S GUIDE
Ceramic Glass Cooktop
Radiant Surface Elements
Electronic Oven Control - ES III
Self Cleaning Oven Feature
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Contents
Product Registration ......................................................... 2
Versión en español ........................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................... 3-4
Setting Surface Controls ................................................ 5-6
Setting Warm Zone Controls (if equipped) ....................... 7
Setting Warmer Drawer Controls (if equipped) ................ 8
Before Setting Oven Controls ........................................... 9
Control Pad Functions .................................................... 10
Setting the Clock and Minute Timer ............................... 11
Setting Oven Controls ............................................... 12-15
Self-Cleaning ............................................................. 16-17
General Cleaning ....................................................... 18-20
Customizing Your Oven Performance ............................. 21
Changing Cooktop and/or Oven Lights .......................... 21
Avoid Service Checklist .............................................. 22-23
Warranty ......................................................................... 24
ELECTRIC RANGE
This Owner's Guide contains general operating instructions for your range and feature
information for several models. Your range will not have all the described features.
316135923 (0101)
Product Registration
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Thank you for choosing this appliance. The information contained within
this Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for
your range. Please read through the information contained in your literature
pack to learn more about your new appliance.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers. The serial
number is found on the right side of the oven front frame for models equipped
with a ceramic-glass cook top.
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This Owner's Guide contains general operating instructions for your range and
feature information for several models. Your range may not have all the
described features. The graphics shown are representational. The graphics on
your range may not look exactly like those shown.
Note: The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide are not meant to cover
every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and
caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any
appliance.
© 2000 White Consolidated Industries
All rights reserved
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.
Here is a brief explanation of the use of these symbols.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.
•Remove all tape and packaging before using the range.
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the range.
Never allow children to play with packaging material.
•Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is properly
installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance
with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 latest
edition and local electrical code requirements. Install only per
installation instructions provided in the literature package for
this range.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an
authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the power to
the range at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an
emergency.
•User servicing—Do not repair or replace any part of the
appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals.
All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician,
This may reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the
range.
•Never modify or alter the construction of a range by removing
leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip brackets/screws, or
any other part of the product.
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Do not store items of interest to children in the
cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range.
Children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously
injured.
Never Use Your Appliance for Warming or
Heating the Room.
•Storage in or on Appliance—Flammable materials should not
be stored in an oven, warmer drawer, near surface units or
in the storage drawer. This includes paper, plastic and cloth
items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as
flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans,
on or near the range.
•Do Not Leave Children Alone—Children should not be left
alone or unattended in the area where appliance is in use.
They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the
appliance.
•DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS, AREAS NEAR THESE UNITS,
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 cook top, surfaces facing the cook top, the oven
vent openings and surfaces near these openings, oven door and
window.
•Wear Proper Apparel—Loose-fitting or hanging garments
should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let
clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces.
•Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires—Smother the fire
with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry chemical or foamtype extinguisher.
•When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or grease may
catch fire if allowed to become too hot.
•Use Only Dry Potholders—Moist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholders
touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky
cloth instead of a potholder.
•Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers—Buildup of pressure
may cause container to burst and result in injury.
•Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to be
stored or discarded.
All ranges can tip.
Injury to persons could result.
Install anti-tip device packed with range.
See Installation Instructions.
To reduce the risk of tipping,
the range must be secured by properly installed
anti-tip bracket provided with the range. To
check if the bracket is installed properly, visually
check that rear leveling leg is inserted into and
fully secured by the anti-tip bracket by
removing lower panel or storage drawer. For
models with a warmer drawer, grasp the top
rear edge of the range and carefully attempt
to tilt it forward. Refer to the Installation
Instructions for proper anti-tip bracket
installation.
Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or
drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and also
cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to climb or
play around the range. The weight of a child on an open door may
cause the range to tip, resulting in serious burns or other injury.
IMPORTANT—Do not attempt to operate the range during a
power failure. If the power fails, always turn off the range. If the
range is not turned off and the power resumes, the range will
begin to operate again. Once the power resumes, reset the clock
and oven function.
Do not use the oven or warmer drawer (if
equipped) for storage.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
COOK TOP
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR
OVEN
•Know which knob controls each surface heating unit. Place
a pan of food on the unit before turning it on, and turn the unit
off before removing the pan.
•Use Proper Pan Size—This appliance is equipped with one or
more surface units of different sizes. Select utensils having flat
bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element.
The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the
heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of
clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to element will also
improve efficiency.
•Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and 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 units.
•Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat Settings—
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite, or
a pan that has boiled dry may melt.
•Do Not Immerse or Soak Removable Heating Elements—
Heating elements should never be immersed in water. Heating
elements clean themselves during normal operation.
•Glazed Cooking Utensils—Only certain types of glass, glass/
ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for cook top service without breaking due to the sudden
change in temperature. Check the manufacturer’s
recommendations for cook top use.
•When flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn the fan
on.
•Use Care When Opening Oven Door or Warmer Drawer (if
equipped)—Stand to the side of the range when opening the
door of a hot oven. Let hot air or steam escape before you
remove or replace food in the oven.
•Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven vent is located
under the left rear surface element if your model is equipped
with coil elements. The oven vent is located below the backguard
for models equipped with ceramic-glass cook tops. Touching the
surfaces in this area when the oven is operating may cause severe
burns. Also, do not place plastic or heat-sensitive items on or
near the oven vent. These items could melt or ignite.
•Placement of Oven Racks. Always place oven racks in desired
location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is
hot use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack with
both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot
heating elements in the oven. Remove all utensils from the rack
before moving.
•Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan
and its insert allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from
the high heat of the broiler.
•Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil. Exposed
fat and grease could ignite.
•Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line the oven
bottom. Only use aluminum foil as recommended in this manual.
Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric
shock, or fire. Improper installation of these liners may result in
risk of electric shock, or fire.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR
RANGE
FOR CERAMIC-GLASS COOK TOP MODELS
•Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that
could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath
each surface element. Do not allow grease to accumulate.
•Kitchen cleaners and aerosols—Always follow the
manufacturer’s recommended directions for use. Be aware
that excess residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite
causing damage and injury.
•Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently—Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on the hood or filter. Follow
manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning.
•Do Not Cook on Broken Cook Top—If cook top should break,
cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cook
top and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified
technician immediately.
•Clean Cook Top 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 noxious fumes if applied to a
hot surface.
SELF CLEANING OVENS
•Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts listed in this
Owner’s Guide. Before self cleaning the oven, remove the
broiler pan and any utensils or foods from the oven.
•Do Not Use Oven Cleaners—No commercial oven cleaner or
oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or
around any part of the oven.
•Do Not Clean Door Gasket—The door gasket is essential for a
good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the
gasket.
•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.
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Surface Cooking for
Models with a CeramicGlass Cook Top
NOTE: Please read detailed instructions
for Ceramic-Glass Cooktop Cleaning in
the General Cleaning and Avoid
Service Checklist sections of this Use
and Care Guide.
NOTE: Radiant elements have a limiter
that allows the element to cycle on and
off, even at the HI setting. This helps to
prevent damage to the glasstop. Cycling
at the HI setting is normal and can
occur if the pan is too small for the
element or if the pan bottom is not flat.
Ceramic-Glass Cooktop
The ceramic-glass cooktop has electric heating coils located below the surface
of the glass. The design of the glass cooktop outlines the area of the surface
unit below. Most importantly, make sure the diameter of the pan matches the
diameter of the unit. Heat is transferred up through the surface of the cooktop
to the cooking utensil. Only flat-bottomed pans should be used. The type and
size of the cookware, number of surface units in use and the settings of the
units are factors that will affect the amount of heat that will spread to areas
surrounding the surface units. The areas surrounding the units may become
hot enough to cause burns.
The cooktop should not be used as a cutting board or work surface in the
kitchen. Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop may crack it. Pans with
rough bottoms may scratch the cooktop surface. Do not place foods directly
on the smoothtop surface (without cooking utensils) damage to glass or
difficulty in cleaning will result.
Radiant Surface Units
The Radiant Surface Unit is a group of heating coils enclosed in a ceramic fixture
below the glass cooktop. The unit temperature rises gradually and evenly. As
the temperature rises, the unit will glow red. To maintain the selected setting,
the unit will cycle on and off. The heating unit retains enough heat to provide
a uniform and consistent heat during the off cycle. The ceramic fixture
thermally insulates the heating unit, concentrating heat in the heating zone.
For efficient cooking, turn off the unit several minutes before cooking is
complete. This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process. The
amount of residual heat depends on the type and quality of cooking utensil,
the quantity of food being cooked and the selected heat setting.
Dual Radiant Surface Units (If equipped)
The dual radiant surface unit is made up of an inner and outer coil within the
same surface unit. A control knob and rocker switch is used for operating the
different coils. The smaller unit or inner coil has a lower wattage and can be
used to prepare smaller quantities of food in smaller pans. The larger unit or
both inner and outer coils has a higher wattage and can be used to prepare
larger quantities of food in larger pans. When using the outer coil, both inner
and outer coils operate.
Indicator Light(s)
There are 2 different surface control lights that will glow on your range—a
surface indicator and a hot cooktop surface indicator.
The surface indicator, located on the control panel, glows when any surface
unit is turned on. A quick glance at the light after cooking is an easy check to
be sure all surface controls are turned off.
The hot cooktop surface indicator, located under the glass cooktop or on the
control panel, will come on as the surface cooking area heats up and will
continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level.
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Setting Surface
Controls for Models
with Radiant Elements
Radiant Surface Unit Control
To Operate Radiant Surface Unit
1. Place cooking utensil on the surface element.
2. Push in and turn the Surface Control knob in either direction to the desired
setting. Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn
to a lower setting to finish cooking. The control knobs do not have to be
set exactly on a particular mark. Use the marks as a guide and adjust the
control knob as needed. Each surface unit provides a constant amount of
heat at each setting. A glowing red surface unit extending beyond the
bottom edge of the utensil indicates the utensil is too small for the unit.
3. When cooking is completed, turn the surface element off before removing
the pan. Note: The surface signal light will glow when one or more
elements are turned on. A quick glance at the signal light(s) when cooking
is finished is an easy check to be sure all control knobs are turned off. The
hot cooktop surface light will continue to glow after the control knob is
turned to off and will glow until the element has cooled sufficiently.
To Operate Dual Radiant Surface Unit (If equipped)
Set the rocker switch to the desired coil size. Indicates inner coil only.
Indicates both inner and outer coils operate. You may switch from either
coil setting at any time during cooking. Push in and turn the Control Knob in
either direction to the desired setting as instructed above.
To Operate Simmer Select Surface Unit (If equipped)
Dual Radiant Surface Unit Control
The right side of the control knob allows you to use the Simmer Select unit as
you would any normal surface unit on the medium to high settings.
The left side of the control knob is used to operate the Simmer Select feature.
This feature allows the element to heat at a much lower temperature than
when used as a normal surface unit. This allows you to precisely simmer
delicate foods.
Simmer Select Surface Unit Control
After turning a Radiant
Surface Unit OFF, be careful not to
touch either unit until it has had enough
time to COOL. Surface Units will turn
dark in color after they have been turned
off and burns may occur if the units are
touched at this time.
Do not place plastic
items such as salt and pepper shakers,
spoon holders or plastic wrappings
on top of the range when it is in use.
These items could melt or ignite.
Potholders, towels or wooden spoons
could catch fire if placed too close to
the unit.
When using the Simmer
Select feature the element will not glow
red when it is hot.
You may switch between normal cooking and Simmer Select at any time during
the cooking process. Be sure to set the knob indicator between MAX and MIN
for simmering or between MED and HI for normal cooking.
NOTE: The unit will not operate if the knob is positioned in the space between
MAX and MED.
The suggested settings found in the chart below are based on cooking in
medium-weight aluminum pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other
types of pans.
STANDARD AND DUAL RADIANT SURFACE UNITS
Setting
Type of Cooking
HIGH (HI - 9)
Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling
MEDIUM HIGH (7 - 8)
MEDIUM (5 - 6)
Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry
Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies,
steam vegetables
MEDIUM LOW (2 - 4)
Keep foods cooking, poach, stew
LOW (LO - 1)
Keep warm, melt, simmer
SIMMER SELECT SURFACE UNIT
MAX
Larger quantities of food, stews and soups
MIN
Smaller quanitites of food, delicate foods, melting
chocolate or butter
Note: The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being
cooked will influence the setting needed for best cooking results.
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Setting Warmer Drawer
Controls (if equipped)
Use the warmer drawer to keep hot
foods hot such as: vegetables, gravies,
meats, casseroles, biscuits and rolls,
pastries and heated dinner plates.
Arranging Warmer Drawer Rack Positions
The rack can be used in 2 ways:
• In the upright position to allow low profile food items to be placed both
under and on top of the rack (for example, rolls or biscuits on top of the
rack and a casserole dish under).
• In the downward position to allow you to place light weight food items
and empty dishware (for example, rolls or pastries and dinner plates).
Set the warmer drawer rack as shown below.
The warmer drawer is equipped with a
catch which may require extra force
when opening and closing the drawer.
To Operate the Warmer Drawer
Your range is equipped with a warmer drawer. The purpose of the warmer
drawer is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Always start with
hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold food in the warmer drawer.
All food placed in the warmer drawer should be covered with a lid or aluminum
foil to maintain quality. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may
melt onto the drawer and be very difficult to clean.
Use only dishware, utensils and cookware recommended for oven use in the
warmer drawer.
Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from
the warmer drawer as cookware and plates will be hot.
Warmer Drawer Recommended
Food Settings Chart
Food Item
Roasts (Beef, Pork, Lamb)
Pork Chops
Bacon
Hamburger Patties
Poultry
Gravies
Casseroles
Eggs
Fried Foods
Vegetables
Pizza
Biscuits
Rolls, soft
Rolls, hard
Pastries
Empty Dinner Plates
Setting
MED
HI
HI
HI
HI
MED
MED
MED
HI
MED
HI
MED
LO
MED
MED
LO
To Set the Warmer Drawer Thermostat Control
The thermostat control is used to select the temperature of the warmer drawer.
It is located on the control panel. To set the thermostat, push in and turn the
knob to the desired setting. The temperatures are approximate, and are
designated by HI, MED and LO.
1. Turn the knob to select the desired temperature setting.
2. For best results, preheat the drawer before adding food. An empty drawer
will preheat in approximately 15 minutes.
3. Turn the thermostat control to OFF after use.
Temperature Selection
Refer to the chart in the side column for recommended settings. If a particular
food is not listed, start with the medium setting. If more crispness is desired,
remove the lid or aluminum foil.
Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium setting.
When a combination of foods are to be kept warm (for instance, a meat with
2 vegetables and rolls), use the high setting.
Refrain from opening the warmer drawer while in use to eliminate loss of heat
from the drawer.
Indicator Light
The indicator light is located below the thermostat control. It turns on when
the control is set, and stays on until the control is turned off. The warmer
drawer is inoperable during the self-clean cycle. The indicator light will not
come on during the self-clean cycle.
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Before Setting Oven
Controls
Oven Vent Location
For models equipped with coil surface elements, the oven vent is located under
the left rear surface element. For models equipped with a ceramic-glass cook
top the oven vent is located below the backguard. When the oven is on, warm
air is released through the vents. This venting is necessary for proper air
circulation in the oven and good baking results.
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Control Pad Functions
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For
satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various functions of the
oven as described below.
CLOCK PAD— Used
to set the time of
UP and DOWN ARROW PADS— Used along with the
day.
function pads to select oven temperature, cooking
time, stop time (when programming an automatic
FEATURE
stop time), time of day, clean time and minute timer.
INDICATOR
LIGHTS— These
light to show which
feature is in use.
CLEAR PAD— Used to clear
any function previously
entered except the time of
day and minute timer. Push
CLEAR to stop cooking.
BAKE PAD—Used to
enter the normal
baking mode
temperature.
BAKE TIME PAD—
Used to enter the
length of the
baking time.
BROIL PAD—
Used to select
the variable
broil function.
CLEAN PAD—
Used to select the
self-cleaning
cycle.
OVEN, PREHEAT & LOCK LIGHTS— The "OVEN"
light will glow each time the oven unit turns on to
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 "LOCK" light will
flash until the door locks when the self-clean cycle
is in use. It glows constantly after the door locks.
TIMER PAD—
Used to set or
cancel the minute
timer. The minute
timer does not
start or stop
cooking.
STOP TIME PAD—
Used to set the
desired stop time
for baking. Can be
used with BAKE
TIME to program a
delayed bake cycle.
The oven can be programmed to:
•
•
•
•
Bake normally
Time bake
Broil
Self-clean
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
. 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
again for 7 seconds until 1 beep is heard.
Note: The control will return to the audible mode after a power outage.
Temperature conversion:
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 (65°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
. "— — —" appears in the display.
2. Push and hold the
3. Push and hold
4. Push the
until "HI" appears in the display.
until °F or °C appears in the display.
or
to change °F to °C or °C to °F.
5. Push any function pad to return to normal operating mode.
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Setting the Clock and
Minute Timer
To Set the Clock - Control Style 4
When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has
been interrupted, the display will flash "12:00".
1. Push
Note: The oven function will not work
if the time of day clock is not set.
.
2. Within 5 seconds, push and hold the
or
until the correct time
of day appears in the display.
Note: The clock cannot be changed during any timed bake or self-clean
cycle.
To Set the Minute Timer - Control Style 4
1. Push
.
2. Push the
to increase the time in one minute increments. Push and
hold the
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
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. Then the display will count down in seconds.
4. When the set time has run out, the timer will beep 3 times. It will then
continue to beep 3 times every 60 seconds until
is pushed.
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
or
to increase or decrease the time.
To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out:
Push
.
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Setting Oven Controls
Note: The oven function will not work
if the time of day clock is not set.
Note: The oven control has a built-in
safety feature that will shut off the
oven if the control is left on for more
than 11 hours 59 minutes.
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
(65°C to 287°C).
To Set the Controls for Normal Baking:
1. Push
. "— — —" appears in the display.
or
2. Within 5 seconds, push the
(177°C)." By holding the
or
. The display will show "350°F
, the temperature can then be
adjusted in 5°F (1°C) increments.
or
3. As soon as the
is released, the oven will begin heating to the
selected temperature. When the displayed temperature reaches the desired
baking temperature, the control will beep 3 times.
4. To cancel the baking function, push
.
To Change the Oven Temperature after Baking has Started:
1. If you are using the minute timer, push
and make sure the bake
temperature is displayed.
2. Push the
or
12
to increase or decrease the set temperature.
Setting Oven Control
Benefits of Speed Bake™ Cooking
System:
—Foods cook up to 30% faster, saving
time and energy.
—Two racks can be used with more
even cooking and browning.
—No special pans or bakeware needed.
Speed Bake™ Cooking System - (If equipped)
Speed Bake™ Cooking System uses a fan to circulate the oven's heat
uniformly and continuously around the oven. This improved heat distribution
allows for fast, even cooking and browning results. It also gives better baking
results when using two racks at the same time.
Heated air flows around the food from all sides, sealing in juices and flavors.
Meats cooked with Speed Bake™ Cooking System are juicer. Poultry is crisp
on the outside while staying tender and moist on the inside. Breads and pastry
brown more evenly. Most foods baked in a standard oven can be cooked faster
and more evenly with Speed Bake™ Cooking System.
General Cooking Instructions:
Recommended Foods for
Speed Bake™ Cooking System
Food Item
Casseroles
Decrease Cook
Time by:
25%
Meats
15%
(or 5 min/lb)
Poultry
30%
(or 10 min/lb)
Frozen foods
20%
Refrigerator cookies
25%
(or 2 to 5 min.)
Refrigerator biscuits
25%
(or 2 to 4 min.)
1. To convert baking times for normal recipes to Speed Bake times, start with
a 30% reduction in time and increase the time until the desired doneness
is obtained. Time reductions will vary depending on the amount and type
of food.
2. Preheating is not necessary when cooking with Speed Bake, except with
items such as cakes, cookies, biscuits, breads, etc.
3. When using two racks at
the same time, place in
positions 2 and 5 for the
best results.
4. When baking cakes with
Speed Bake, set
temperature 25F° (13°C)
degrees lower than the
recommended setting for
best results.
To Set Speed Bake™ Cooking System:
Vegetables
25%
1. Program the oven as you normally would for baking. Speed Bake may be
used with Bake, Time Bake and Delayed Time Bake modes.
2. Push and release Speed Bake switch. The indicator light will glow and the
fan will come on. The fan stays on when the oven door is closed and shuts
off while the oven door is opened. The fan will continue to operate until
baking is complete.
3. To cancel Speed baking function, push CANCEL on the oven control as you
would to cancel any baking function.
Baked Potatoes
25%
NOTE: The Speed Bake mode will not work during a clean cycle.
Pies/Pastries
30%
Rolls/Breads/Pizza
25%
(or 5 min.)
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Setting Oven Control
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Setting Oven Controls
To Broil
1. Arrange oven rack while oven is still cool. Position the rack as suggested in
the chart below.
Rack Position From Top
The broiler pan and its grid allow
dripping grease to drain and be kept
away from the high heat of the broiler.
DO NOT use the pan without its grid.
DO NOT cover the grid with foil. The
exposed grease could ignite.
2. Push
Food
1
Rare steaks
2
Ham slices, fish, medium steaks,
hamburgers and chops
3
Well-done foods such as chicken and
lobster
.
3. Push and hold the
or
in the display. Push the
until the desired broil setting level appears
for HI broil or the
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 cooked to the well-done
stage.
4. Place the 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.
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, push
.
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.
NOTE: DO NOT operate Speed Bake feature in Broil Mode. Speed Bake is
intended for use in Bake modes only.
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Self-Cleaning
Self-Cleaning Oven
A self-cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures (well above cooking
temperatures) which eliminate soil completely or reduce it to a fine powdered
ash you can wipe away with a damp cloth.
1. Adhere to the following cleaning precautions:
• Allow the oven to cool before precleaning.
• Wear rubber gloves when precleaning and while wiping up the residue
after the self-clean cycle.
• DO NOT use oven cleaners or oven protective coatings in or around any
part of the self-cleaning oven.
• 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.
• DO NOT use any cleaning materials on the oven door gasket. Doing so
could cause damage.
2. Remove the broiler pan and insert, all utensils and any aluminum foil.
These items cannot withstand high cleaning temperatures.
3. Oven racks may be left in the oven or may be removed. If they go through
the clean cycle their color will turn slightly blue and the finish will be dull.
After the cycle is complete and the oven has cooled, 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 position).
4. Remove any excess spillovers in the oven cavity before starting the selfcleaning 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 cause a dull spot even after cleaning.
5. 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.
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Self-Cleaning
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.
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.
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 completed.
The oven may still be VERY HOT.
2. Push
3. Push the
the
. "— — —" appears in the display.
until "3:00" appears in the display for a 3 hour cycle, or push
until "2:00" appears in the display for a 2 hour cycle.
4. As soon as the
or
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 "LOCK" 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 "LOCK" 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 or “End” will appear in the display window and the “Clean”
and "LOCK" light will continue to glow.
2. Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the "LOCK" light has
gone out, the oven door can be opened.
3. If “End” is in the display and the “Clean” indicator remains on, press
CANCEL or CLEAR. The time of day will appear in the display.
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 CLEAR or CANCEL
2. Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the "LOCK" 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.
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General Cleaning
Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range
Surfaces
How to Clean
Glass, Painted and Plastic Control
Knobs, Body Parts, and Decorative
Trim
For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils
and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on
soil for 30 to 60 minutes. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry. DO NOT use
abrasive cleaners on any of these materials; they can scratch. To remove
control knobs, turn to the OFF position; grasp firmly and pull straight off the
shaft. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob
and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Stainless Steel, Chrome Control Panel,
Decorative Trim
Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFF and remove the
control knobs. To remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft. Clean using
hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with a clean water and a dishcloth.
Cover stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40
minutes. Rinse. Be sure to 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. Cleaners made
especially for stainless steel such as Stainless Steel Magic, trademark of Magic
American Corp., or similar products are recommended. Always follow the
manufacturer's instructions. Be sure to rinse the cleaners as bluish stains may
occur during heating and cannot be removed. To replace knobs after cleaning,
line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into
place.
Porcelain Enamel Broiler Pan and
Insert, Door Liner, Body Parts, Warmer
Drawer (if equipped)
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with
a 1:1 solution of clear water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots
with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean
water and a damp cloth, and then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse
and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may
become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on
the cooktop.
Oven Racks
Oven racks may be removed or left in the oven during the self-clean cycle for
cleaning. If removed, clean by using a mild, abrasive cleaner following
manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with clean water and dry.
Aluminum (Trim Pieces) & Vinyl
Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and
the range is cool. Remove spillovers and heavy soiling as soon as possible.
Regular cleanings will reduce the effort required for major cleanings later.
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
If the racks are cleaned in the self-clean cycle, their color will turn slightly blue
and the finish will be dull. After the self-clean cycle is complete, and the oven
has cooled, 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).
Oven Door
To clean oven door, wash with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth. DO NOT
immerse the door in water.
DO NOT clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a woven
material, on self cleaning models, which is essential for a good seal. Care
should be taken not to rub, damage or remove the gasket.
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General Cleaning Ceramic Glass Cooktop
DO NOT use a cooktop
cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes
can be hazardous to your health, and
can chemically damage the ceramicglass surface.
Before cleaning the
cooktop, be sure the controls are turned
to OFF and the cooktop is COOL.
Ceramic-Glass Cooktop Cleaning
Correct and consistent cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic-glass
cooktop. If food spills, grease spatters and metal rub-off from aluminum
cookware are not removed, they may be burned onto the surface of the
cooktop and cause permanent discoloration.
Daily Cleaning
For normal soil:
1. Allow cooktop surface to cool.
2. Wipe up spills and spatters using a clean paper towel. Always use a new,
clean paper towel when cleaning the ceramic-glass cooktop.
3. Rub a few drops of a recommended ceramic-glass cooktop cleaning cream
onto soiled area using a clean, damp paper towel. Buff with a dry paper
towel until all soil and cream are removed. Frequent cleaning leaves a
protective coating of silicone which helps in preventing scratches and
abrasions. Clean surface with the cooktop cleaning cream after each use.
4. Rinse with another clean damp, paper towel. Buff dry with a dry paper
towel.
For heavy, burned-on soil:
1. Allow cooktop surface to cool.
2. Carefully scrape soil with a metal razor blade scraper. Hold razor blade
scraper at a 30° angle to the cooktop.
3. Remove loosened soil with a clean paper towel.
4. Apply cooktop cleaning cream as described for normal soil.
5. If any soil remains, repeat the steps listed above. After all soil has been
removed, polish the entire surface with the cooktop cleaning cream.
For sugary spillovers:
Sugary spills can cause pitting of 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, use a razor blade scraper to scrape the hot spill out
of the cooking zone to a cooler area on the cooktop.
3. Allow the cooktop to cool.
4. Follow the instructions above for heavy, burned-on soil.
DO NOT use the following on the ceramic-glass cooktop:
• Abrasive plastic, nylon, metal scouring or cloth pads. They may scratch the
cooktop and make it more difficult to clean later.
• Sponges, cloths or dish towels. Lint or soil remaining on the cooktop from
a cloth or sponge can burn and cause discoloration.
• Anything that may melt (plastics, aluminum foil).
• Cleansers other than a recommended ceramic-glass cooktop cleaning
cream.
• Chlorine bleach, ammonia, hydrofluoric acid, chemical oven cleaners or
any other kind of chemical cleaner. They may etch or discolor the cooktop.
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General Cleaning
The door is heavy. For
safe, temporary storage, lay the door
flat with the inside of the door facing
down.
To Remove and Replace Oven Door
To Remove Oven Door:
1. Open the door.
2. Remove screws located on the inside of the oven door near the hinges A
(one on each side.)
3. Close the door to the quarter-open position. Grasp the door firmly on both
sides and lift up and off the hinges.
4. To clean oven door, follow the instructions provided in the cleaning chart
under General Cleaning
To Replace Oven Door:
1. Be sure the hinge arms are in the quarter-open position. Be careful if pulling
the hinges open by hand. The hinges may snap back against the oven frame
and could pinch fingers.
2. Hold the door at the sides near the top. Insert the hinge arms into slots at
the bottom of the door.
3. Hinge arms must go into the range slots evenly. The hinge arms should be
inserted into the bottom corners of the door as far as they can go.
4. If the door is not in line with the oven frame, remove it and repeat the above
steps.
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Changing Cooktop
and/or Oven Lights
(if equipped)
Be sure the range is unplugged and all parts are COOL before
replacing the surface or oven lights. Wear a leather-faced glove for protection
against possible broken glass.
To Change the Cooktop Light (some models)
1. Turn power off at the main source or unplug the range.
2. Remove Phillips® Head screws (2) that secure the light cover and then lift
the light cover off.
3. Remove bulb by rolling back and up. Install the new bulb by sliding down
and rolling forward into place.
4. Re-install light cover and secure with Phillips® Head screws (2).
To Change the Oven Light (some Self Cleaning Models)
On some models, the oven light automatically turns on when the door is
opened. Some models have a switch located on the control panel to turn on
the light. The oven light is located at the rear of the oven and is covered with
a glass shield held by a wire holder. The glass shield must be in place whenever
the oven is in use.
To
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
replace the oven light:
Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the range.
Press wire holder to one side to release the glass shield.
Replace bulb with a new 40 watt appliance bulb.
Replace glass shield over bulb and snap wire holder into place.
Turn power back on again at the main source (or plug the range back in).
The clock(if equipped) will then need to be reset. To reset, see Setting the
Clock and Minute Timer in this Owner's Guide.
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Avoid Service Checklist
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
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Range is not level.
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 oven rack is level.
Be sure floor is level and is strong and stable enough to adequately support
range.
If floor is sagging or sloping, contact a carpenter to correct the situation.
Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear unlevel. Be sure cabinets
are square and have sufficient room for range clearance.
Cannot move appliance easily.
Appliance must be accessible for
service.
Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly. Contact builder or installer to
make appliance accessible.
Surface element too hot or not hot
enough.
Incorrect control setting. Make sure the correct control is on for the surface
element to be used.
Carpet interferes with range. Provide sufficient space so range can be lifted
over carpet.
Lightweight or warped pans used. Use only flat, evenly balanced, medium or
heavyweight cookware. Flat pans heat better than warped pans. Cookware
materials and weight of the material affect heating. Heavy- and mediumweight pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly, foods may
burn easily.
Surface element does not heat.
No power to the appliance. Check steps under "Entire Appliance Does Not
Operate" in this Avoid Service Checklist.
Incorrect control setting. Make sure the correct control is on for the surface
element to be used.
Element not making contact in block. Follow instructions under "Surface
Elements and Drip Bowls" in the General Cleaning section.
Entire appliance does not operate.
Make sure cord/plug is plugged tightly into outlet.
Service wiring is not complete. Contact your dealer, installing agent or
authorized servicer.
Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company
for service.
Cooktop and/or oven light (some
models) does not work.
Replace or tighten bulb. See Changing Cooktop and/or Oven Lights (some
models) in this Owner's Guide for instructions.
Oven smokes excessively during
broiling.
Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructions under Setting Oven Controls.
Make sure oven door 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 for searing.
Meat not properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining fatty
edges to prevent curling, but do not cut into lean.
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.
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Drip bowls are pitting or rusting.
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 a spillover
Normal environment. Houses along sea coast are exposed to salt air. Protect
bowls as much as possible from direct exposure to salt air.
Drip bowls turning color or distorted.
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.
*Oven control beeps continuously with
no indicator lights flashing. (If model
is equipped with a display, F1 or F3 will
show.)
This oven is equipped with a state of the art electronic oven controller. Among
its many features is a full time oven circuit diagnostics system. The controller
constantly monitors its internal circuitry as well as several crucial oven circuits
to insure they are all operating correctly. If at any time one of these systems
fails, the controller will immediately stop operation, and beep continuously
(flashing an error code of F1 or F3* in the display window, if equipped).
Electronic control has detected a fault condition. Push CANCEL to clear the
display and stop the beeping. Reprogram oven. If fault recurs, record fault
number, push CANCEL and contact an authorized servicer.
Poor baking results.
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 recipe's recommended temperature or baking time. If you feel the oven is
too hot or cool, see Adjusting Oven Temperature in this Owner's Guide.
Self-cleaning cycle does not work.
Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructions under Oven Cleaning.
Self-cleaning cycle was interrupted. Follow steps under "Stopping or Interrupting
a Self-Cleaning Cycle" under Oven Cleaning.
Soil not completely removed after selfcleaning cycle.
Failure to clean bottom, front top of oven, frame of oven or door area outside
oven seal. These areas are not in the self-cleaning area, but get hot enough to
burn on residue. Clean these areas before the self-cleaning cycle is started.
Burned-on residue can be cleaned with a stiff nylon brush and water or a nylon
scrubber. Be careful not to damage the oven gasket.
Flames inside oven or smoking from
vent.
Excessive spillovers in oven. Set self-clean cycle for a longer cleaning time.
Drip bowls are pitting or rusting.
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 a spillover
Excessive spillovers in oven. This is normal, especially for high oven temperatures,
pie spillovers or large amounts of grease on bottom of oven. Wipe up excessive
spillovers before starting cycle. If flames or excessive smoke are present, stop
the self-clean cycle and follow steps under "Stopping or Interrupting a SelfCleaning Cycle" in the Oven Cleaning section.
Normal environment. Houses along sea coast are exposed to salt air. Protect
bowls as much as possible from direct exposure to salt air.
Drip bowls turning color or distorted.
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.
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In the U.S.A., your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Home Products North America, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize
no person to change or add to any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed
by us or an authorized Electrolux Home Products North America servicer. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by WCI Canada, Inc.
*NORMAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER
EXCLUSIONS
IF YOU NEED
SERVICE
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items
listed below:
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in
accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose
connections or defects in house wiring.
4. 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 was shipped from the factory.
5. Damages to finish after installation.
6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES
RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
NOTE: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in
ordinary household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.
3. Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Electrolux Home Products North America or its
authorized servicers; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux Home Products parts; obtained from persons
other than such servicers; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the
warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.
This written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service
under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux Home Products:
This warranty only applies in the 50 states of the U.S.A., Puerto Rico, and Canada. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are
subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by Electrolux Home Products North America, a division of White Consolidated Industries,
Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by WCI Canada, Inc.
USA
800•944•9044
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