Frigidaire FGES3065PF Before Setting Surface Controls, Using Proper Cookware, Testing cookware

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BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Using Proper Cookware

The size and type of cookware used will influ- ence the radiant element power level setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in Figure 1 and Figure 2.

Figure 1: Testing cookware

Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware (See Figure 1). Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element (See Figure 2). For detailed information about the ceramic cooktop, refer to the“Cooktop Mainte- nance” on page 47.

Cookware Material Types

The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The most popular materials available are:

Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware resists staining and pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic cooktop, they may leave metal marks which will resemble scratches. Remove these marks immediately.

Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily (See Aluminum).

Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.

Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor 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.

Using Proper Cookware IMPORTANT

•Flat bottom and straight sides.

•Tight fitting lids.

•Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan is well balanced.

•Pan sizes match the amount of food to be prepared and the size of the surface element.

•Made of material that conducts heat well.

•Easy to clean.

•Always match pot diameter to element size.

•Curved and warped pans.

•Cookware larger than cooking area marked on cooktop by more than one-half inch or 12mm.

•Heavy handle tilts pan.

•Pan is smaller than the heating area marked on cooktop.

Do not place empty aluminum, glass or porcelain-enamel coated cookware on the ceramic cooktop! The melting point of cookware made with these materials may be reached quickly especially if left empty, and they may bond to the ceramic cooktop. If the cookware melts it will damage the cooktop! Be sure to follow all the cookware manufacturer’s suggestions when using any type of cookware on the ceramic cooktop.

Figure 1: Testing cookware NOTE

Due to the high intensity of heat generated by the surface elements, the glass surface will turn green when the element is turned off. This phenomenon is normal and the glass will come back to its original white color after it has completely cooled down. (White glass cooktops only).

Figure 2: Proper cookware placement

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Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Care and CleaningSetting Surface Controls WarrantyPRODUCT RECORD AND REGISTRATION Need Help?Product Registration Read this Use & Care ManualTip Over Hazard CAUTIONS AND WARNINGSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR OVENSELF-CLEANING OVENS FOR GLASS COOKTOP ONLYGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For models factory-equipped with a power cordFor ovens to be wired into a junction box BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Using Proper CookwareCookware Material Types Figure 1 Testing cookwareElement ON & hot surface indicator lights Figure 3 Element ON indicator light locationsAbout the Ceramic Glass Cooktop About the Radiant Surface ElementsThe electronic surface element control ESEC some models The available ESEC display settingsESEC hot element indicator message HE Figure 6 Hot element indicator message ESEC power failure indicatorHome Canning ESEC error indicator message ErCooktop Sabbath Day Feature and Sb Message SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Surface cooking settingsTable 1 Recommended settings for surface elements SettingTo Operate the Single Radiant Surface Elements Single radiant surface elements all modelsFigure 8 Control knob shown is typical only Figure 9 Inner coil operation L and inner/outer coil operation R Dual Surface Radiant Element all modelsTo Operate the Dual Surface Element SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Triple Surface Radiant Element some models Figure 10 Single L, double M, and Triple RTo Operate the Triple Surface Element Figure 11 Triple radiant elementSETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Bridge surface radiant element some models To Operate the Bridge Radiant ElementKeep warm zone some models Table 2 Warm zone recommended food settingsTo Set the keep warm zone control Keep warm zone temperature selectionBEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Oven vent locationType of oven racks Removing, replacing, and arranging flat or offset oven racksEffortless Oven Rack system rack connector bracketdoor connector bracket Figure 17 Connector arm/door connectionFigure 19 Effortless oven rack after assembly End should point up, as explained in Step connector armconnector door connectorOven Controls Features OVEN CONTROLSbake convect broilSetting the Clock Setting 12 or 24 Hour Time of Day DisplayTable 3 Minimum and maximum control settings FeatureSetting Continuous Bake or 6 Hour Energy Saving Setting Control for Silent OperationSetting the Timer Temperature Display Fahrenheit/CelsiusSetting Oven Lockout Feature Setting PreheatOven Light To activate the oven lockout featureSetting Bake To set the bake temperature to 375FTo change the bake temperature example changing from 375F to 425F Baking Tips For best bake resultsSetting Broil Figure 23 Broil accessoriesTo set a broil of 500F Table 4 Broiling recommendationsSetting Convection Bake Convection CookingBenefits of convection cooking Figure 24 Air circulation in convection functionSetting Convection Convert Setting Convection BroilTo set a convection broil temperature of 500F Convection broiling tipsConvection roasting tips Setting Convection RoastTo set a convection roast temperature of 375F 8. Press delay start Setting Bake TimeSetting Delay Start Setting Warm Setting My Favorites Recipe some modelsWarm tips To set warmCooking with Meat Probe Figure 27 Using the probeProper placement of probe in food Figure 28 Probe in thickest area of foodFigure 32 Probe set to cancel cooking Probe too hot message To set probeFigure 30 Probe set showing probe temperature Figure 31 Probe set to continue cookingSetting Slow Cook some models Table 5 USDA recommended minimum internal cooking temperaturesFood Type Internal TempRestoring Factory Default Setting Adjusting Oven TemperatureTo adjust the oven temperature lower To restore oven control to factory default settingsSabbath and Holidays Setting the Sabbath Feature For use on the JewishPower failure while using Sabbath feature Warmer Drawer some models Figure 34 Downward position Warmer Drawer Indicator LightWarm & Ready Drawer Arranging Warmer Drawer Rack PositionsKeep warm drawer temperature selection Setting Warmer Drawer Professional ModelTable 6 Warmer drawer recommended food settings To replace keep warm drawer Figure 35 Removal proceduresRemoving and Replacing the Warmer Drawer To remove the warmer drawer Steam Clean To set a steam clean cycleFigure 37 Steam clean selected 5. Press start Figure 38 Clean around the oven door gasketSelf-Cleaning Operation What to expect during self-cleaningAdhere to the following cleaning precautions Figure 39 Clean around the oven door gasketTo stop or Interrupt a self-cleaning cycle Setting Self-Clean Cycle DurationWhen the self-clean cycle is completed CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning Various Parts of Your RangeSurface Type RecommendationControl panel Cooktop Maintenance Cooktop CleaningFigure 41 Cooktop cleaning Figure 40 Cooktop care For light to moderate soilGeneral Cleaning Figure 42 Cleaning products to avoidDo not use the following on the cooktop Aluminum foil and utensilsRemoving and Replacing the Oven Door Figure 46 Replacement and location of hinge arm and roller pinTo remove oven door To replace oven doorFigure 47 Wall oven Halogen light Replacing the oven lightReplacing the oven interior light bulb BEFORE YOU CALL Oven BakingBaking Problems and Solutions Baking ProblemsSolution Solutions to Common ProblemsProblem nance” on page see “Cooktop Maintenance” on pageinformation see “Cooktop Maintenance” on page Cannot move appliance easily. Appliance must be accessible for service WARRANTY
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