Frigidaire GCRE3060BF Complete Owners Guide

Frigidaire GCRE3060BF Manual

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    ELECTRIC RANGE use & care Introduction 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Cooking Recommendations 9 Before Setting Surface Controls . . . . . 12 Setting Surface Controls 16 Before Setting Oven Controls 19 Setting Oven Controls 20 Care and Cleaning 45 Before
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    . If you do need service, we can get that started for you. Let's make it official! Be sure to register your product. Keep your product info here so it's easy to find. 9 Installation Checklist  Read all the safety instructions in the front of your Use & Care Manual.  Remove all packaging materials
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    appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION statement based on the risk type. Warnings and important instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations
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    Read and follow the below instructions and precautions for unpacking, installing, and servicing your appliance. Remove all tape to the appliance. All materials used in construction of cabinets, enclosures, and supports surrounding the product must have a temperature rating above 200°F (94°C). Never
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    adequate and is in conformance with all local codes and ordinances. See the installation instructions packaged with this appliance for complete installation and grounding instructions. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING • Storage In or On Appliance-Flammable materials should not
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    Once the power resumes, reset the clock and the oven function. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR RADIANT COOKTOP Know which knob or key controls each ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Check
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    use on the cooktop. Doing so may result in a fire. When you are flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn on the fan. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR GLASS AND CERAMIC COOKTOPS Do Not Clean or Operate a Broken Cooktop. If cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken
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    cycle of any oven. Move birds to another well-ventilated room. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 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 reduces the risk
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    COOKING RECOMMCEONODKAITNIGONRSECOMMENDATIONS 9 Bakeware The material of bakeware affects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food. Material Shiny metal bakeware Attributes Recommendation Shiny, aluminum, and non-coat- Recommended cooking temperatures ed bakeware is
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    allow it to rise twice. Cooking Results Small adjustments may fix a problem with food not being as done as you like or more done than best results from your appliance. Situation Baking Recommendation Rack placement Follow the instructions in "Setting the Clock" on page 22. When using only one
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    11 COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS Material Broiling / Roasting Broiling pan Convection Cooking Convection attributes Convection bake Convection roast Recommendation For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with a broil pan insert designed to drain the fat from the food, help avoid spatter, and
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    cooktop. NOTE • Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off, even at the HI setting. • Be sure to read detailed instructions for coil cooktop cleaning in the "Care and Cleaning" section and "Before You Call" checklist section of this Use and Care
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    13 BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Using Proper Cookware The size and type of cookware used will influence the heat setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in "Figure 1: Testing cookware" and "Figure 2: Proper cookware".
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    14 BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Types of Ceramic Cooktop Elements The circles on the ceramic glass cooktop outline the size and type of element underneath. The elements on your cooktop depend on the model. • A single radiant element has one circle. Some models have a large Simmer to Boil element
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    is achieved, reduce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain that boil. • Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning information. • It is best to can small amounts
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    a lower setting to finish cooking. The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular spot. Use the graphics provided as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed (see Figure 8). A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the
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    turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. The surface 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. A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too
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    18 SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Warm Zone (some models) Use the warm zone to keep cooked foods hot. Always start with hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold food on the keep warm zone. All food placed on the warming zone should be covered with a lid to maintain quality. For best results, when
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    until it reaches the stop position. Lift up front of oven rack slightly and slide out. To replace - Place the oven rack on the rack guides on both sides of oven walls. Tilt the front of oven rack upward slightly and slide the oven rack back into place. Be sure oven
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    20 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS 1 2 3 7 8 9 4 5 6 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 19 20 18 1. Bake is for delicate foods that need heat to rise and move gently in the oven. 2. Conv Bake circulates the oven heat continuously for baking. 3. Conv Roast: combines a cook cycle with the convection fan and
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    21 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Table 2: Minimum and maximum control settings Feature Mode Min Temp/ Time Max Temp/ Time No Preheat 170°F (77°C) 550°F (288°C) Bake Broil Air Fry Sous Vide Steam Bake 170°F (77°C) 550°F (288°C) 400°F (204°C) 500°F (260°C) 170°F (77°C) 550°F (288°C) 100°F (38°C) 205°F
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    22 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Setting the Clock When the appliance is first plugged in or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupted, the display will show 12:00. It is recommended to always set the clock for the correct time of day before using the appliance. To set the clock: 1. Press .
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    Adjust Oven Temperature (UPO) Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure an accurate baking temperature. For the first few uses, follow your recipe times and temperature recommendations carefully. If you think the oven is cooking too hot or too cool for your recipe times, you can
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    24 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Food Probe Cancel Cooking (EoC) When using the food probe, uou can set the oven to turn off or remain on when the food reaches the specified temperature. When cance is ON, the oven will turn off when the food reaches the desired temperature. To change the food probe setting:
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    25 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Setting Bake Bake cooks with heat that rises from the oven bottom. The heat and air circulate naturally in the oven. A reminder tone will sound indicating when the set bake temperature is reached and to place the food in the oven. The convection fan will turn on in preheat
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    26 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Convection Bake Convection Bake uses a fan to circulate the oven's heat uniformly around the oven. This improved heat distribution allows for even cooking and browning results. Heated air flows around the food from all sides. The convection fan will turn on in preheat and
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    27 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Air Fry The Air Fry feature works best for single rack baking with packaged and convenience foods. It works well with most recipes and can be programmed for temperatures between 170°F and 550°F. Follow the recipe or package directions for food preparation quantity, time,
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    28 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Setting Broil Use the broil function to cook foods that require direct exposure to radiant heat for optimum browning results. Broiling may produce smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from the flames. Broil has HI and LO settings. WARNING Should an oven fire
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    popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide) The lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145°F (63°C) for medium rare fresh beef. For well done 170°F (77ºC). Allow cooked meat to
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    30 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS No Preheat No Preheat is available for single rack baking with packaged and convenience foods and can be used with regular recipes also. No Preheat may be used with temperatures between 170°F and 550°F. Follow the recipe or package directions for food preparation time and
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    31 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Air Sous Vide Air Sous Vide is ideal for cooking meats to achieve tenderness without overcooking. How Sous Vide Works Sous vide is a French phrase meaning "under vacuum". In sous vide cooking, food is vacuum-sealed in plastic pouches, which are then placed in a cooking
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    burn during future cooking or when using self-clean. Follow the instructions that come with your sealer and pouches. • Use pouches that are some food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide, USDA) The lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145°F (63°C)
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    Table 5: Sous Vide Table 33 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Food Doneness Temperature Cooking Time Minimum Target Maximum Beef Steak Rare 130º F / 54º-55º C 2 hours 3 hours 4 hours Steak Medium Rare 135º F / 57º-58º C 2 hours 3 hours 4 hours Steak Medium 145º F / 62º-63º C 2 hours 3
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    34 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Slow Cook Use Slow Cook for foods that will cook or braise at low temperature for a long period of time. For best results when using Slow Cook: • Completely thaw all frozen foods before cook- ing. • When using a single oven rack, place in oven rack position 2 or 3. Position
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    , but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide) The lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145°F (63°C) for medium rare fresh beef. For well done 170°F (77ºC)** Stuffed turkey requires
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    36 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Cooking with Steam Note: More moisture will be present than during conventional baking or roasting. Moisture could condense on the handle or in the door, and depending on the conditions in your kitchen possibly drip onto the floor. Steam Cooking Tips: Oven Positioning • Use
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    Steam Roast Steam creates the best conditions for roasting proteins. Meats will be crisp outside and juicy inside. Steam Roast is recommended for meat or poultry. Use flat rack in position 1 for best results for Steam Bake. To set Steam Roast: 1. Press Steam Roast. 37 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS 2. Add
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    38 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Cooking with Food Probe Use the probe feature for best results when cooking foods such as roasts, hams, or poultry. The Food Probe works with the following oven modes: Bake, Convection Bake, Air Fry, Convection Roast, and Steam Roast. The probe feature, when set correctly,
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    popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide, USDA) Visit the USDA Food Safety and Inspection website at www.fsis.usda.gov IMPORTANT Do not store the probe inside the oven. Use only
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    40 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Delay Start Delay Start allows a delayed starting time for the Bake, Convection Bake, Convection Roast, Steam Bake, Steam Clean, and Self-Clean functions. Prior to setting a delay start, be sure the time of day is set correctly. The maximum delay for a Delay Start is one
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    41 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Setting the Sabbath Feature for the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays (some models) For further assistance, guidelines for proper usage, and a complete list of models with the Sabbath feature, please visit the web at www.star-k. org. This appliance provides special settings for
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    42 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Steam Clean The Steam Clean feature offers a chemical free and time saving method to assist in the routine cleaning of small and light soils. For heavier baked on soils use the Self Clean feature. CAUTION Do not add bleach, ammonia, oven cleaner, or any other abrasive
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    43 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Self Clean Self Clean cleans with very high temperatures (well above normal cooking temperatures), eliminating soils completely or reducing them to very fine powdered ashes you can wipe away afterwards with a damp cloth. The clean cycle lasts for 2-4 hours. Before starting
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    44 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS • The kitchen area should be well ventilated using an open window, ventilation fan, or exhaust hood during the first self clean cycle. This will help eliminate the normal odors. • Do not attempt to open the oven door when the OVEN LOCK indicator light is flashing. Allow about
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    ammonia or appliance cleaners are used, they must be removed and the appliance must be thoroughly rinsed before operating. Follow manufacturer's instructions and provide adequate ventilation. 45 CARE AND CLEANING Figure 16: Use cleaners with caution Surface or Area Aluminum and vinyl Painted and
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    enameled broiler pan and insert Porcelain door liner Porcelain body parts Manual clean oven interior Self-cleaning oven interior Oven door Ceramic coated and safe to clean using oven cleaners. Always follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaners. After cleaning, remove any oven cleaner or the
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    Cooktop Maintenance Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop. Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply a ceramic cooktop cleaning cream (available in most hardware, grocery, and department stores) to the ceramic surface. Clean and buff with a
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    will reduce the effort required for major cleaning later. CAUTION Before manually cleaning any part of the oven, be sure all controls are turned a nonabrasive cleaner. If necessary, use an oven cleaner following manufacturer's instructions. Do not mix ammonia with other cleaners. 3. Clean any soil
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    also reduce the effectiveness of the air circulation in the oven and produce poor baking results. Only use aluminum foil as recommended in this manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or fire. • Aluminum utensils - The melting point of aluminum is much lower
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    flat with the inside of the door facing down. IMPORTANT Special door care instructions - For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of with floor (Figure 21). 2. Pull up the lock located on each hinge support toward front of the oven until the lock stops. You may have to apply
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    your previously owned appliance. Baking Problems and Solutions Baking Problems Baking Problems Causes Corrections Cookies and biscuits of the oven rack. If the water level is uneven, refer to the installation instructions for leveling the oven. Use proper rack position and place pan so there are
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    sure. Call your local electric company for service outage information. Oven Problems Problem Poor baking results. Flames inside oven or See "Setting Oven Controls" on page 20 and review instructions for the desired cooking function in this manual or see "Entire appliance does not operate." in this
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    53 BEFORE YOU CALL Cooktop Problems Problem Cause / Solution Surface element is too hot Incorrect surface control setting. Adjust power level setting. or not hot enough. Surface element does not heat or
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    Problem Appliance is not level. Cannot move appliance easily. Appliance must be accessible for service. Oven light does not work. Cause / Solution Be sure the floor is level, strong, and stable enough to adequately support not advised. See the installation instructions for guidelines specific to your
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    materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions. 8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance. 9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for
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    home welcome Our home is your home. Visit us if you need help with any of these things: owner support accessories service registration (See your registration card for more information.) Frigidaire.com 1-800-374-4432 Frigidaire.ca 1-800-265-8352
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