3.The time required to preheat the oven must be included in the “COOK TIME.” Thus, the “COOK TIME” should be increased by about 8 to 12 minutes depending upon the temperature setting. The broiler does not come on to preheat in the Delay Mode, so you will not pre-maturely brown foods.
NOTE:
The gas broilers (ERD model only), or Electrical Glass Broilers (ERDE model only), are not activated for Pre-heat in the Delay- Time cooking mode, so Pre-Heat times are increased - but dishes will not pre-maturely brown.
Dehydrating/Defrosting
The range can be used to dehydrate or defrost foods at low heat settings in “Pure Convection™” mode (ERD models only).
Follow these steps to dehydrate or defrost foods:
1.Position oven rack(s) at the proper height(s).
2.Place the food onto the center of the oven rack. (For dehydrating, prepare food as recommended then place food onto a drying rack.)
3.Press the “PURE CONVECTION™” pad.
4.Set the temperature to 135˚F. This is the minimum temperature that can be set. (For dehydrating, a higher temperature setting may be required. Follow the recommended temperature for the type of food being prepared.)
5.It is recommended that the user set the Minute Timer(s) to time the process.
Broiling
Broiling is a quick and flavorful way to prepare many foods, including steaks, chicken, chops, hamburgers and fish. Broiling in the oven is completed with the oven door completely shut. It is normal and necessary for some smoke to be present to give the food a broiled flavor. The broil temperature may be adjusted in 5˚F increments from 135˚F up to the maximum setting of “HI”. The “HI” setting is equivalent to
555˚F.
BROIL | | | BROIL |
| ON | ON | |
TIMER 1 | CLOCK | STOP TIME | TIMER 2 |
| Clock display in Broil | |
| (ERD48 & ERDE48 Only) | |
BROIL
ON
TIMER 1 | CLOCK | STOP TIME | TIMER 2 |
Clock display in Broil
(ERD30, ERG30, ERD36, ERDE36 and ERG36)
Follow these steps to operate the oven in Standard Broil (all models) or Convection Broil (ERD48/ERDE48 left oven only) modes:
1.Close the door tightly.
2.Press the “BROIL” or “CONVECTION BROIL” (ERD48 left oven only) pad.
3.Press the “TIME•TEMP” “+” or “–” pad and the default temperature setting “HI” will be displayed. “HI” is equivalent to 555˚F.
4.If a temperature other than “HI” is desired, press the “TIME•TEMP” “–” pad to reduce the temperature. Six seconds after setting the temperature, the “ON” indicator will light up in the clock display, the broiler element will begin heating, and the cooling fan will turn on.
5.It is recommended that the user set the Minute Timer(s) to time the broiling process.
6.When the Minute Timer expires and/or the food is cooked, press the “CANCEL•SECURE” touch pad to turn off the oven. The cooling fan will continue to run for 30 to 45 minutes depending upon the length and temperature of the broiling process.
NOTE:
For broiling and top grill tips refer to your Dacor cookbook. Your complimentary cookbook was packed with your range. If you did not receive your cookbook, please contact Dacor at (800) 793-0093 or at www. dacor.com
Selecting the Proper Cookware
Utensils will affect the overall safety and performance of cooktop cooking, so it is important to select them carefully. An improperly selected utensil will not cook efficiently or evenly. For best results, follow these guidelines:
1.Use medium to heavy-gauge metal cookware with flat and smooth bottoms for greatest efficiency.
2.Use utensils with tight fitting lids to retain heat, odors, and steam.
Burner Controls
Indicators have been placed on the control housing, next to each control knob, to clearly identify the burner controlled by each knob. To indicate whether the knob controls burners on the left or right, the knobs are grouped accordingly. The burner being controlled is indicated by a blue indicator light, while the adjacent burner is illustrated by a flame icon on the control panel.
To light a particular burner, press in on the corresponding control knob, then immediately rotate the knob counterclockwise from the off
(ø)position to the “HIGH” position (larger flame icon). All ignitors will spark continuously until the gas ignites on the selected burner. Ignition should occur within four seconds of turning to this position. The ignitors will stop sparking as soon as the burner ignites.
Once the burner is lit, reduce the flame height by rotating the control knob further counterclockwise, then place the utensil on the grate. Progressively lower flame heights are achieved as the knob is turned toward the small flame icon (counterclockwise).
IMPORTANT:
1.If the gas does not ignite within four seconds, then turn off the valve. Allow at least five minutes for any gas to dissipate, then repeat the lighting procedure.
2.Burner ignitors must always be kept clean and dry to function properly. Due to the Perma-Flame re-ignition feature, dirty or wet ignitors will result in constant sparking, even if there is a flame present. Additionally, ignitors will spark automatically if the flame is distorted by a draft or by a ventilation system. Eliminate the draft or reduce the ventilation blower speed in this case.
3.Do not touch any burner cap, burner base, or ignitor while the ignitors are sparking. An electrical shock could result.
4.When the cooktop is cool and/or more than two burners are in use, the ignitors may continue to spark if the control knob is set to the “LOW” position. This is normal until the burner warms up. The tendency to spark under these conditions can be reduced by operating the burner at a higher flame setting for a short period of time (normally
60 seconds or less), then adjusting the control knob down to the “LOW” setting. The burner will also warm up faster if a utensil is placed on the grate.
5.The flame should be steady and blue in color. Foreign material in the gas line, especially in new construction, may cause an orange flame during initial operation. This will disappear with further use.
6.The flame should burn evenly around the perimeter of the burner, except underneath each grate support finger, where the flame height is reduced by the Smart-Flame feature. If the flame is uneven, ensure that the brass burner ring and porcelain burner cap are properly positioned, then check for any foreign material in the burner ring or on the burner cap. Remove any foreign material with a straightened paper clip, wire, or needle. Do not damage the brass or distort the shape of the burner ring ports.
7.Never light the burners with a match or other open flame. If a burner does not ignite, consult the Troubleshooting section of this manual.
