TABLE OF CONTENTS Page For Future Reference ................................................................................ 1 Consumer Publications .............................................................................. 1 Important Electronic Safety Instructions .................................................................. Clock and Oven Control ........................................................ 2-4 5-6 • Setting the Clock and Timer ................................................
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Congratulations on your choice of a Maytag electric range! As )vu use your new range we know you will appreciate the many features that provide excellent performance, ease of cleaning, convenience and dependability, For furore reference we suggest you retain this manual after recording the model number and serial number of this electric range in the spaces provided.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS covers all electric cooking appliances. You may find some information that does not pertain to your particular appliance. Please review this section before using your cooking appliance, on Grease Fires: Smother the fire or flame or use a dO, chemical or foam-type The following instructions are based on salbty considerations and must be strictly {bllowed to extinguisher, if a_ailable, or sprinkle eliminate the potential risks of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
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Additional Infortnation: After the appliance is installed, be certain all packing materials are removed from tile appliance before operating the unit. If the appliance is installed near a window, take steps to prevent curtains from blowing over the surface elements creating a fire On some models, a fan should be heard during the self-clean cycle. If not, cancel the clean cycle and call a qualified technician before selfcleaning again.
RANGE CONTROL PANEL ELECTRONIC CLOCK AND OVEN CONTROL The electronic dock and oven control on your Maytag range is used for the time-of-day clock, timer, bake, broil, delay- start and self-clean functions. A beep will sound each time a function Fad is pressed. At the end of an operation, consecutive beeps will sound. Cancel Pad Press this pad to cancel all operations except the time-oLday eloek and timer.
Youmayalsopress thispadtorecallthecurrent time-of-day. For example, if the timer is counting down in the display, press the CLOCK pad to return the current time to the display. The timer will continue to count down and a signal will sound when the time expires, Cook Time / Oven Stop Pads These pads are used to program the oven to start and stop automatically, either immediately or at a later time. For detailed information on using Delay Start, see pages 16-17.
cooking surface to cool to a lower temperature than to heat up to a higher temperature, Use the following chart as a guideline until you become moreinfamiliar your new range, Information the chartwith is based on the use of heavy gauge aluminum coolc_vare.Other utensil materials may require a different heat setting }'or the same cooking operation. Lower the heat setting if using stainless steel or cast iron utensils.
The ceramic glass cooking area retains heat for a Cookware period of time after tim element has been tu reed off. Put this residual heat to good use. Tuna the element offa few minutes before the food is completely cooked and use the retained heat to Regardless of the cooking surface used, the eookware material, construction and size can play a large role in cooking performance.
Material Tile pan material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the heat source to the pan bottom. Some widely used pan materials are: Aluminum Excellent heat conductor, Some tbod ,Mll cause it to darken or pit. Anodizing improves stain resistance. Often used as a bottom coating to improve the heating of other pan materials, Copper Excellent heat conductor. Discolors easily, requires constant polishing. Often used as a bottom coating to improve the heating of other pan materials.
USING YOUR OVEN EveJy oven has its own characteristics. You may find that tlle cooking times and temperatures you were accustomed to with your previous range may need to be altered slightly with the new range. Compare your recipes with the baking chart on page 12 or refer to a reliable cookbook proper It isthis normal to for notice somerecommendations. differences between appliance and your old one. Setting the Controls To remove: Be sure the rack is cool. Pull the rack straight out until it stops.
Preheating Baking Preheating is necessary for proper baking resuJts. It is not necessa_- fbr broiling or roasting. Allow tile oven te heat until the desired oven General temperature is reached as shm_l in the clock's display (this will take approximately 10-15 Baking Tips Baking results will generally be best when you nse tested recipes from reliable cookbooks. mimltes), Follow the directions to the letter.
Baking Chart You may find these guidelines helpfill when comparing the baking times, temperatures positions of commonly baked foods.
Common Baking If you have earefidly may be helpful. , Problem followed , Slow baking or roasting, Problems and Causes the basic instructions and still experience Cause poor results, , Cause Baking or roasting time to() short. Too little leavening. Overmixing. Temperature too low. Oven out of calibration. Old oven out of calibration. Incorrect use of aluminum foil. Pan too large. Oven temperature too high. Baking time too long.
Roasting Roasting is the method _br cooking large, tender cuts of meat uncovered, without adding moisture. General Tips Most meats are roasted at 325°F. It is not Place the meat fat-side-up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Placing the meat on a rack holds it out of the drippings, thus allowing better heat circulation for even cooking. As the fiaton top of the roast melts, the meat is basted naturally, eliminating tile need for additional basting.
Broiling The ttistance from the heat source depends on tile thickness of the nteat. Thin cuts (3/4 to I inch) should be placed 2-3 inches from the heat; thicker cuts shonld be placed 3-5 inches from the beat. Broil nntil tile top of the meat is bro_xmed. It should be approximately half cooked by the time tile top is bro'_md. Broiling is a inethod of cooking used for tender steaks, chops, hamburgers chicken, fish, and some fruits and vegetables. The food is placed directly under the element.
4. Follow the suggested times in the broiling chart on the previons page. At the end of the preset cooking time, the oven will automatically turn off and [)eep. 5. Check the doneness by cutting a slit in the meat near the center to check the color. Example: I, 6. To cancel or end the broiling operation, press the CANCEL pad. Food is to cook for 11/,2hours at 350°F. 1. Press the COOK TIME pad. 2. Turn the SET knob until 1:30 (i hour, 30 Delay Start Oven Cooking minutes) appears in the display: 3.
Example: Food isto cook_r 2_&hours at 300°E.You_,4sh CARE AND CLEANING Ceramic Glass Surface tbe food tn be cooked by 6:00. 1. Press the (;()OK TIME pad. WARNING: • ' 2. Turn the SET knob unt i12:30 (2 hours, 30 elements are turned off and the eooktop is cool minutes) appears in the dispk_v. Before cleaning, be certain all the I Clean your ceramic glass surIhce af}er eacb use. CarelhIly blot up spilkwers around the outside of the cooking area as they occur with dry paper towels.
Do not allow plastics, ahmlinnm fbil, or foods with a high sugar content on a warm or hot cooking area. They will melt and adhere to the ceramic glass eooktop. The cooktop may ehip or 4. Do not use oven cleaners or oven liner protective coatings of any kind on the self-clean oven finish or around any part of the oven. pit in attempting to remtwe them after they are cool.
To Interrupt Clean or Reset the Cycle If the door has not locked, the lock lever can be moved completely to the left to cancel the cycle, If the oven racks were let} in the oven during the self-clean cycle and do not slide smoothl}; wipe the racks and embossed rack supports (on the o_wnwalls) with a small amotmt of vegetable oil to restore the ease of movement. If the door is locked, push the CANCEL pad.
RANGE CLEANING Cleaning CHART Agents* Many"different cleaning agents are recommended for the various parts of the ranges. The following brand names m W help you to make an appropriate selection: 1. 2. 3. 4. Mild abrasive cleaners such as Bon Ami, Soft Scrub, Bar Keepers Friend, Cameo. Mild liquid sprays such as Fantastik, Formula 409. Glass cleaner such as Windex, Glass Plus. Plastic and nylon scouring pads. DO NOT USE abrasive cleansing powders such as Comet or Znd, soap-filled scouting pads like S.O.
Range Cleaning Chart (continued) Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions Glass Oven Door Soap and water Glass cleaners Avoid using excessive amounts of water which may seep under or behind glass. Metal Finishes and Trim Soap and water Mild abrasive cleaners Do not use oven cleaner or abrasive agents. Bemove stubborn soil with a paste of mild abrasive cleaner and water. Polish with a soft cloth.
MAINTENANCE Leveling Legs Light Replacement Some floors arc"not level. For proper baking, your range must be level. The leveling legs are located on each comer of the base of the range. Level the range by turning the legs. Before replacing tile light bulb, diseonneet the power to the range. Be sure the bulb is cool. Do not touch a hot bulb with a damp cloth as the bulb may break.
Oven Door Storage Drawer Do not place exeessive weight on an open oven door or stand on an open oven door as, in some eases, it could damage the door, cause the range to tip over and possibly injure the usen The storage drawer at the bottmn of the range is a safe and convenient place for storing metal and glass cookware. Do nol store plastic, papenvare, food or flammable material in this drawer.
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RANGE WARRANTY Full One Year Warranty For one (1) year from the date of origirlal retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced flee of charge. Limited Warranty After the first year fkom the &ate of original retail purchase, through tim second ),ear, parts which fail in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself, with tile owlmr pa)4ng all other costs, including labor, when the appliance is located in tire United States or Canada.
