Frigidaire PCFE3078AF - User Manual

5 Important Safety InStructIonS is in conformance with all local codes and ordinances .See the installation instructions packaged with this appliance for complete installa- tion and grounding instructions . Important InStructIonS for uSInG tHe appLIance WarnInG • Storage In or On Appliance—Flamma- b...

7 Important Safety InStructIonS Never leave surface elements unattend- ed . Boil-overs may cause smoking and greasy spills that may ignite . A pan that has boiled dry could be damaged and may damage the cooktop .Do not use a searing grill meant for use with a broiler pan on the cooktop . The searing...

8 Important Safety InStructIonS Important InStructIonS for cLeanInG your appLIance cautIon Before manually cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned off and the appliance is cool . Cleaning a hot appliance can cause burns . Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts fr...

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 . condition attributes recommendation Aging cookware As pans age and become discolored, cooking times may need to be reduced slightly . If food is too dark or overc...

14 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”...

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 has two circles . Th...

16 Before SettInG Surface controLS Home canning Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance . Check the USDA (United States Department of Ag- riculture) website and be sure to read all the information they have available as well as follow their recommen...

17 SettInG Surface controLS SettInG Surface controLS Single radiant surface elements Settings type of cooktop High (HI ) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling Medium High (7 - 8) Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry Medium (5 - 6) Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies ...

18 SettInG Surface controLS dual radiant surface elements cautIon • Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off . The element may still be hot and burns may occur if the element is touched before it has cooled sufficiently . • Do not place flammable items such ...

19 SettInG Surface controLS Space pro element The Space pro uses two single elements on the left side of the cooktop (front and rear) and another element that can be activated to connect the two single elements .The front and rear controls can be used as single elements . to combine both elements by...

20 Before SettInG oVen controLS Before SettInG oVen controLS types of oven rack figure 10: oven vent • flat oven racks may be used for most cooking needs and may be placed in most oven rack positions . • air fry tray - Designed especially for air frying in a tray that fits inside the Air Fry rack . ...

21 Before SettInG oVen controLS removing and replacing the Glide racks The fully extendable Glide rack makes food prepa- ration easier . This oven rack has glide tracks that allow the rack to be pulled away from the oven without rubbing the sides of the oven wall . to remove - Make sure the baking r...

23 SettInG oVen controLS Setting the clock The clock icon is used to access the time of day setting . When the oven is first plugged in or if there has been an interruption in power to the range, 12:00 will flash in the display . oven Light The oven light will turn on automatically when the oven doo...

24 SettInG oVen controLS continuous Bake or 12 Hour energy Saving The oven is preset to cook up to 12 hours and to shut off automatically . For longer periods of cook- ing, this feature can be changed to continuous cooking by setting the user preference and turning the energy saving feature off . to...

26 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 . Bake may be set for any oven temperature ...

27 SettInG oVen controLS air fry The Air Fry feature works best for single rack bak- ing with packaged and convenience foods and can be programmed for temperatures between 170°F and 550°F . Follow the recipe or package directions for food preparation quantity, time, and tempera- ture . Important: • ...

28 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 . Convection bake may be set for any oven temper...

29 SettInG oVen controLS convection roast Convection roast combines a cook cycle with the convection fan and element to rapidly roast meats and poultry . Heated air circulates around the meat from all sides, sealing in juices and flavors . Meats cooked with this feature are crispy and brown on the o...

31 SettInG oVen controLS using the Broil feature Use the broil feature to cook meats requiring direct exposure to radiant heat for optimum browning results . Broiling is direct heat cooking and may produce smoke . If smoke is excessive, place food further away from the element . Broil is preset to 5...

33 SettInG oVen controLS meat probe Use the probe feature for best results when cook- ing foods such as roasts, hams or poultry, using a probe to check internal temperature is the safest method to ensure properly cooked food . Before using the meat probe read the important information listed here: S...

36 SettInG oVen controLS Keep Warm Keep Warm should only be used with foods that are already at serving temperatures . Keep warm will keep cooked foods warm and ready for serving after cooking has finished . Keep warm will keep the oven temperature at 170° F (77°C) . trailing Keep Warm with meat pro...

37 SettInG oVen controLS Setting Sabbath feature for the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays 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 .Sabbath mode disables all audible tones or visual display change...

38 SettInG oVen controLS adjusting the oven temperature The temperature in the oven is pre-set at the fac- tory . When first using the oven, be sure to follow recipe times and temperatures . If you think the oven is cooking too hot or too cool for the temperature you select, you can adjust the actua...

39 SettInG oVen controLS Self clean A self cleaning oven cleans itself with high tem- peratures (well above normal cooking tempera- tures), which eliminate soils completely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash you can wipe away afterwards with a damp cloth . This function can be programmed for cle...

41 care and cLeanInG Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as possible . Regular cleaning will reduce the difficulty of major cleaning later . figure 15: use cleaners with caution Surface or area cleaning recommendation Aluminum and vinyl Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and ...

43 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 ....

44 care and cLeanInG caring for your Glide racks caution: Handle oven racks only when they are cool . After cooking or after the clean cycle, racks will be very hot and can cause burns . Important notes: • Remove all oven racks, including ladder racks, before starting a clean cycle . • Do not use co...

45 care and cLeanInG Important Special door care instructions - The door is heavy . For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down . Most oven doors contain glass that can break . Do not close the oven door until all the oven racks are posi- tioned correctly i...

46 care and cLeanInG replacing the oven Lights The oven light bulbs are located at the rear of the oven cavity and both are covered with a glass shield . The glass shield must be in place whenever the oven is in use . replacing the interior light bulbs: 1 . Turn electrical power off at the main sour...

47 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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