Frigidaire GCRE3038AF - User Manual

7 ImPortant SaFEty InStructIonS Do not use a searing grill meant for use with a broiler pan on the cooktop . The searing grill is not designed for use on the cooktop . Doing so may result in a fire .When you are flaming foods under a venti- lating hood, turn on the fan . ImPortant InStructIonS For G...

10 cooKInG rEcommEndatIonS Bakeware The material of bakeware affects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food . material attributes recommendation Shiny metal bakeware Shiny, aluminum, and non-coat- ed bakeware is the best for even heating . It is suitable for all baked good...

11 cooKInG rEcommEndatIonS cooking conditions Conditions in your kitchen can affect the performance of your appliance when cooking food . conditions attributes recommendation Aging cookware As pans age and become discolored, cooking times may need to be reduced slightly . If food is too dark or over...

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”...

14 BEForE SEttInG SurFacE controLS about the radiant Surface Elements The element temperature rises gradually and even- ly . As the temperature rises, the element will glow red . To maintain the selected setting the element will cycle on and off . The heating element retains enough heat to provide a...

15 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 ele- ments on your cooktop depend on the model .• A single radiant element has one circle .• A dual radiant element (some models) has tw...

16 SEttInG SurFacE controLS SEttInG SurFacE controLS Single radiant surface elements to operate the single radiant element: 1 . Place correctly sized cookware on surface ele- ment . 2 . Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction (FigureFigure 8) to the desired setting (refer to th...

17 SEttInG SurFacE controLS dual radiant surface elements Symbols on the backguard will help choose which portion of the dual radiant element to set . The symbol indicates a setting for the inner element only . The symbol indicates a setting for both inner and outer elements .To operate a dual radia...

19 SEttInG SurFacE controLS Home canning Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance . Check with the USDA (United States Department of Agri- culture) Web site and be sure to read all the infor- mation they have available as well as follow their recomme...

20 BEForE SEttInG oVEn controLS BEForE SEttInG oVEn controLS types of oven rack Figure 9: oven vent • Flat oven racks may be used for most cooking needs and may be placed in most oven rack positions . flat oven rack removing, replacing, and arranging Flat or offset oven racks Always arrange the oven...

21 SEttInG oVEn controLS SEttInG oVEn controLS Bake Time Self Clean Bake Broil Steam Clean Set Clock Quick Bake Timer OvenPreheat Door Locked OFF Hold 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 oven control Features 1. Bake - Use to select bake feature . 2. Quick Bake - Quick Bake uses a fan to circu- late ...

22 SEttInG oVEn controLS Setting the clock When the appliance is first plugged in or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupt- ed, the display will flash 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 . ...

23 SEttInG oVEn controLS operating oven light The interior oven light will automatically turn on when the oven door is opened . Press . to turn the interior oven lights on and off whenever the oven door is closed .The interior oven light is located at the upper left rear wall of the oven interior . ...

24 SEttInG oVEn controLS Setting Bake Bake cooks with heat that rises from the oven bottom . The heat and air circulate naturally in the oven . The oven indicator light above the BAKE key will remain on until oven is preheated . During baking the oven indicator light will turn on and off as the oven...

25 SEttInG oVEn controLS Setting Quick Bake Quick Bake 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 . Meats cooked with Quick Bake are crisp on the outside while staying tender ...

26 SEttInG oVEn controLS Setting Broil Broiling is direct heat cooking and will produce some smoke . If smoke is excessive, place food fur- ther away from the element . Watch food to prevent burning .When broiling, always remember to arrange the oven racks while oven is still cool . Position the rac...

28 SEttInG oVEn controLS Setting Bake time The Bake Time key sets the amount of time needed for baking . The oven will turn on immediately and stop automatically after the set bake time ends . to program the oven to begin baking immediately and to shut off automatically (timed bake): 1 . Be sure the...

31 SEttInG oVEn controLS Self clean A self cleaning oven cleans itself with temperatures well above normal cooking temperatures which eliminate soils completely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash you can wipe away with a damp cloth .While the oven is in operation, the oven heats to temperature m...

33 SEttInG oVEn controLS Steam clean The Steam Clean feature offers a chemical free and time saving method to assist in the routine clean- ing of small and light soils . cautIon • Do not add bleach, ammonia, oven cleaner, or any other abrasive household cleaners to the water used for Steam Clean . •...

35 carE and cLEanInG Surface or area cleaning recommendation Porcelain-enameled broiler pan and insertPorcelain door linerPorcelain body parts Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth . Scrub gently with a soapy, non-abrasive scouring pad to remove most spots . Rinse with a 50/50 solution of clean wa...

36 carE and cLEanInG 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 ....

38 carE and cLEanInG removing and replacing the oven door cautIon The door is heavy . For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down . 1 . Open oven door completely, horizontal with floor (See Figure 23) . 2 . Pull the door hinge locks on both left and right d...

39 carE and cLEanInG replacing the oven Light replacing the oven interior light bulb: The interior oven light is located at the rear of the oven cavity and covered with a glass shield . The glass shield must be in place whenever the oven is in use (Figure 27) . 1 . Turn electrical power off at the m...

40 BEForE you caLL BEForE you caLL oven Baking For best cooking results, preheat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, pastries, etc . There is no need to preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles . The cooking times and tempera- tures needed to bake a product may vary s...

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