Frigidaire Official Manual for ESEC Control Features and Settings

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BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

The electronic surface element control (ESEC) (Models B & C only)

The Electronic Surface Element Control (ESEC) feature includes digital display windows. The ESEC feature provides a numeric digital setting for the radiant surface element positions on the cooktop. These settings work the same way as normal knob setting indicators work except the settings are displayed in digital windows.

The available ESEC display settings

The ESEC control provides various heat levels from Hi (Figure 2) to Lo (Figure 5) and OFF (Figure 1). The settings between 3.0 and 9.5 increase or decrease in increments of .5 (1/2). The settings between 1.2 and

3.0are Simmer settings which decrease or increase in increments of .2 (1/5) to Lo (Figure 5; lowest Simmer setting) for more precise settings at lower heat levels. Use the Recommended Surface Setting Chart to determine the correct setting for the kind of food you are preparing.

ESEC power failure indicator message (PF)

When the range is first plugged in or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted, the ESEC control will display the message "PF" (Power Failure; Figure 6). After a few seconds the "PF" message will disappear from the display.

ESEC hot element indicator message (HE)

After using any of the single or dual radiant element positions the cooktop will become very hot. Even after turning the control knob to OFF, the cooktop will remain hot for some time. The ESEC control monitors the temperature of the cooktop and displays the message “HE” (hot element) warning when the cooktop is still too hot to touch (Figure 4). If the HE message appears in the window, the control can still be turned ON again for use.

ESEC error indicator message (Er)

An error message will be displayed (glowing “Er”) at power up (or after a power failure) if ANY of the surface control knobs were left in the ON positions (Figure 7). If a power failure should occur, be sure to set all of the surface control knobs to the OFF position. This will reset the surface controls.

Once the surface controls have been set to the OFF positions, the surface controls should return to normal operation. If the surface controls do not function and the “Er” message remains in any display after following these procedures, contact your authorized servicer for assistance.

ESEC Lockout Feature ( - - )

The ESEC feature will not operate during a Self-Clean cycle or when the Lockout feature is active. Whenever the Lockout feature is active, “ - - “ will appear in any ESEC digital display windows (See Figure 8) to show that all surface elements can not be activated.

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Fig. 2

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3

 

 

Figure 6

 

 

Figure 7

Figure 4

Figure 5

Figure 8

Control knobs shown are typical only.

Surface cooking settings

Use the chart to determine the correct setting for the type of food you are preparing.

Note: The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results.

Recommended Setting for Surface Element

Setting

Type of Cooking

HIGH (HI)

Start most foods; bring water to a boil

 

and pan broiling.

MEDIUM HIGH

Continue a rapid boil; frying, deep fat

(8-10)

frying.

MEDIUM (6)

Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces

 

and gravies; steaming vegetables.

MEDIUM LOW

Keep foods cooking; poaching and

(2 - 4)

stewing.

LOW (LO)

Keep warm, melting and simmering.

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.

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Contents Use &Care Register Your Product Welcome & CongratulationsPlease Carefully Read and Save These Instructions Important Safety Instructions DefinitionsImportant Instructions for Using Your Cooktop For Glass Cooktop only Important Safety Instructions for Using Your OvenImportant Safety Instructions for Cleaning Your Oven Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner CoversFeatures AT a Glance Model a Your built-in range FeaturesFeatures AT a Glance Model B Features AT a Glance Model C Element on indicator light location Before Setting Surface ControlsElement on & hot surface indicator lights About the ceramic glass cooktopEsec hot element indicator message HE Available Esec display settingsEsec power failure indicator message PF Esec error indicator message ErUsing proper cookware Cookware material typesSetting Surface Controls Model aTo Operate the Dual Surface Element To Operate the Bridge Surface Element Keep warm zone Models B & C only Air circulation in the oven Before Setting Oven ControlsOven vent location Arranging oven racksTypes of oven racks Flat handle oven rack Offset oven rackTo assemble the Effortless Oven Rack system Effortless oven rack systemNever pick up hot oven rack parts Temperature Visual Display Setting Oven ControlsControl pad features Feature and function follow later in this Use & Care GuideFeature Minimum TEMP. /TIME Maximum TEMP. /TIME Minimum and Maximum Control PAD SettingsSetting the Clock Changing Between 12 or 24 Hour Time of DAY DisplaySetting Temperature Display Fahrenheit or Celsius Setting Continuous Bake or 6 Hour Energy SavingSetting Silent Control Operation Setting ADD 1 Minute Feature some models Setting Minute TimerSetting Lockout Feature To set the Preheat temperature for 375F Setting Quick or Powerplustm PreheatSetting Bake To set the Bake Temperature to 375FConvection Baking Tips Setting Convection BakeBenefits of Convection Bake To set a Convection Roast Temperature of 375F Setting Convection ConvertSetting Convection Roast Convection Roasting TipsConvection Broiling Tips Setting Convection Broil some modelsTo set a Convection Broil Temperature of 500F Electric Oven Convection Broiling Table RecommendationsWhen the timed bake finishes Setting Bake TimeSetting Delay Start BAKE, Convection BAKE, Bake Time and DelayDelayed Bake Time Setting Keep WarmSetting Pizza some models CancelSetting Chicken Nuggets Setting MY Favorite some modelsElectric Oven Broiling Table Recommendations Setting BroilBroiling Tips To set a Broil of 500FSetting the Sabbath Feature for use on To adjust the oven temperature lower Adjusting Oven TemperatureTo adjust the oven temperature higher Oven LightAdhere to the following cleaning precautions SELF-CLEANINGWhat to Expect during Cleaning When the Self-Clean Cycle is Completed Setting SELF-CLEAN Cycle Time LengthStopping or Interrupting a Self-Cleaning Cycle Operating the keep warm drawer Keep warm drawer temperature selectionKeep warm drawer rack positions To set the keep warm drawer controlsCare & Cleaning Cleaning Chart Cleaning various parts of your applianceCleaning recommendations for the ceramic glass cooktop Care & CleaningCeramic glass cooktop cleaning & maintenance For light to moderate soilCare and cleaning of stainless steel Removing and replacing the lift-off oven doorBe Sure Oven is Cool To remove the hidden bake cover some modelsChanging oven light To Replace the Light BulbTo remove and replace keep warm drawer some models Oven baking Drip bowls are Possible CAUSE/SOLUTIONSurface units too hot or not hot enough Pitting or rustingOccurrence Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following Major Appliance WarrantyDisclaimer of Implies Warranties Limitation of Remedies
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