MAYrAG USER'S GUIDE Electric Range with Electronic Control TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANTSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......... 2-4 RANGEFEATURES............................. CLOCKAND OVEN CONTROL ................. 5 6-7 ABOUT YOUR COOKTOP ..................... • • • • 8-10 Cooktop................................... CoilElements .............................. DripBowls................................. SmoothtopCooktop ........................ 8 9 9 10 ABOUT YOUR OVEN ........................
I IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Thank You fo,purchasing ourcooking ] IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS appliance.To help you obtain the maximum incooking satisfaction,we offerthese suggestions: Read and follow all instructions before using this applianceto preventthe potential risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury or damageto the appliance as a result of improper usageof the appliance.Use appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this manual.
I IMPORTANT SAFE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: NEVERuse appliance door, or drawer, if equipped,as a COOK'TOP l_,,,_J_,,,,_ _..... %,= _, ._ step stool ortipping seat as may result in possible of this the appliance, _,,, =...__'' i '_ seriousdamageinjuries.t° the appliance,and "__' '_ I If appliance is installednear a window, proper precautionsshould be taken to prevent curtainsfrom blowing over surface elements, NEVERuse appliance to warm or heatthe room.
[0 IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS OVEN Use care when opening door. Let hot orair replacingOr steam food.escape before removing CHILD SAFETY . _,,_:,_%_ I[ii_.'_ _ "%i,, _ ! _:_ ,_ ii_ performance, do not block or obstruct For proper oven operation and oven vent duct. NEVER leave children alone or unsupervised in area where appliance is in use or is still hot. NEVER allow children to sit or stand on any part of the appliance as they could be injured or burned. _i'_ _,,_ '#! . _. ::',,,,, ,,_,,,,, .....
RANGEFEATURES 01 ELECTRONICCONTROL (pages 6 and 7) OVEN LIGHT SWITCH (page 16) _EINDICATORLIGHT (page8) BACKGUARD SURFACE CONTROLS (page 8) OVEN VENT (page 15) on smoothtop range on coil element range (page 8) _.EINDICATOR (smoothtopcooktop only) SURFACE ELEMENTS.
I UP CLOCKANDOVENCONTROL to cancel all operations except the time of day will reappearin the display. TIMER. The and hold these pads to enter time, oven Cancel _ _Oven on I_-)1Preheat •Se_ Clean _ J L. Lo¢k _, ABOUT THE FUNCTION PADS HOW TO SET CLOCK • Function pads are the BAKE, BROIL, SELF-CLEAN, TIMER, CLOCK, COOKTIME, STOPTIME, and 1. Press CLOCK pad. CANCEL pads.A beepwill soundwhen these pads are pressed. • No beepwill sound when the • or • pad is pressed, 2.
CONTROL HOW TO SET TIMER CONTROL LOCK-OUT FEATURE 1. PressTIMER pad. • or • pad until correct time appears in display, 2. Press or press and hold _ The ControlLock-Outfeaturepreventstheovenfrom l_71 To activate: hold both 1. Pressand beingturned on. STOPTIME and CANCEL pads for 3 seconds. then I'_ The timer feature does not operate the oven. _ f L and Cancel, The timer can be set from 1 minute [0:01] up to 9 hours and 50 minutes [9:50]. The timer will start automatically.
[0 ABOUTYOURCOOKTOP [,Ac.uT.o. I Before cooking o.. • Always place a panon the surface unit before you turn it on. To preventdamage to range, never operate surface unitwithout a pan in place, • NEVER usethe cooktopas a storage area for food or cookware. Other tips.., • To eliminatethe hazard of reaching over hot surface elements do not install cabinet storage directly above a unit. During cooking.., • Be sure you know which knob controlswhich surface unit.
I ABOUTYOURCOOKTOP COOKTOP Freestandingrangeswith a coil elementcooktopwill feature a lift-up cooktop, 0 I To raise the cooktop: 1. When cool, graspthe front edge of the cooktop. 2. Gently lift up until the two support rods, at the front of the cooktop, snap into place. The smoothtop cooktopdoes not lift up. To prevent staining or discoloration of cooktop: • Clean cooktopafter each use. '-_ ._/" • Wipe acid or sugar stains as soon as they occur as these stains may discolor or etch the porcelain.
I( Z) ABOUTYOURCOOKTOP & CAUTION NEVER use cooktopif the smoothtopis cracked,broken, or if metal melts onto the top. Call an authorized servicer. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. SMOOTHTOP COOKTOP,select HOT SURFACE LIGHT models • Canadian models only: • Freestandingranges:The right front surface element willnot operate during a self-clean operation, • Slide-inand drop-in ranges: The cooktopwill net operate during a self-clean operation.
ABOUTYOUROVEN (D HOW TO SET OVEN TO BAKE OR ROAST • BAKE indicator on the BAKE pad will light. 1. •Press pad. 000 BAKE will light in display. 2. Press or press and hold • or • temperature. INDICATOR LIGHT BAKE _,_ pad to select oven • 350 ° will light when either pad is pressed. • Oven temperature can be set from 170 ° to 550 °. 3. There will be a 4 second delay before the oven turns on. When the oven turns on: i,._-_Ovenon • OVEN ON indicator will light, • PREHEAT indicator will light.
I• ABOUT YOUR OVEN The Automatic Oven Timer Control is used to turn the oven on and off at a preset time of day. This feature can t_lL CAUTION • Highly perishablefoods such as dairy products, pork, poultry,seafood or stuffing are not recommendedfor a delayedcooking operation, • Baking is not recommendedbecause preheating is required, be used formust either cooking or set self-cleaning. The clock beoven functioning and at the correct time of day for this featureto operate properly.
ABOUTYOUROVEN (D HOW TO SET OVEN TO BROIL 1. Press BROILpad. • BROILindicator on the BROIL pad will light. BROIL _' _ INDICATOR LIGHT • 000 will light in display. 2. Pressthe • pad to select HI (high) broilor the • pad to select LO (low) broil. • Select HI broil for normal broiling. • Select LO broil for low temperature broiling of longer cookingfoods such as poultry. _ ._-- Ht _ LO I_Oven on 3. There will be a 4 second delay before the oven turns on.
IiD ABOUT :YOUROVEN _ CAUTION I • Be sure all packing material is removedfrom oven before turning on. • Do not use oven for storingfood or cookware, • Prepared Food Warning:Follow food manufacturer's instructions. If a plasticfrozen food container and/or its cover distorts,warps, or is otherwise damaged during cooking, immediatelydiscard the food and its container.The food could be contaminated. • Many aerosol-typespray cans are EXPLOSIVE when exposedto heat and may be highlyflammable.
J ABOUTYOURRANGE OVEN DOOR (DI DOOR LOCK LEVER CAUTION • WARNING:NEVER place excessive weight on or stand on an open oven door. This could cause the rangeto tip over, breakthe door, or injurethe user. • NEVERplace fingers between hinge and front oven frame. Hingearms are spring mounted. If accidentlyhit, the hinge will slam shut against oven frame and could injure your fingers. Whenbaking, be sure oven door is completely closed. Baking resultswill be affected if door is not closed.
I(D ABOUTYOURRANGE OVEN LIGHT OVEN RACKS iAc o ,o, t Disconnect power to range by tripping circuit breaker or removingfuse before replacing light bulb. A c oT,o. I / Do not attempt to change the rack position when the | oven is hot. J • Be sure bulb is cool beforetouching or replacing bulb. • Use a dry potholderto prevent possible harm to hands when replacing bulb. The oven rack is designed with a safety lock-stop position.
RANGE STORAGE DRAWER LEVELING tA°.oT,o. t Do not store plastic, paper products, food er flammable materials in this drawer. The drawer may become too warm for these items when the oven is in use. LEGS LA°.OT.O. WARNING:The anti-tip bracket provided with this range must secure one of the rear leveling legs to the floor. This bracket prevents the range from accidently tipping. The storage drawer at the bottom of the range is safe and convenientfor storing metal and glass cookware.
I(D ABOUTCLEANING HOW TO SET OVEN FOR A CLEAN CYCLE 1. Move door lock lever to locked position, 2. Press SELF-CLEAN pad. • CLEAN indicator on the SELF-CLEAN pad will flash. • 3:00 will light in display. • Lock If doordoor. is not locked, "dr" will appear in display. 3. Press • or • pad to select clean time. _-_ then LcleanJ • You can select from 2 up to 4 hours. • Oven will automatically clean for 3 hours. Or, • Select 2 hours for light soil. • Select 4 hours for heavy soil. 4.
ABOUTCLEANING ]Ac,,.,T,o, t • It is normal for parts of the range to becomehot during a clean cycle. • Avoid touching cooktop, door, window,or oven vent area during a clean cycle. • To prevent damageto oven door, do not attempt to unlock the door when the LOCK indicator is displayed. • It is normalfor excessive flare-ups and smokingto occur during cleaning if the oven is heavily soiled. BEFORE SELF-CLEANCYCLE DURINGSELF-CLEANCYCLE AFTER SELF-CLEANCYCLE • Remove pans, broiler pan, and oven racks.
ABOUTCLEANING ABOUT CLEANING PRODUCTS Read and carefullyfollow the manufacturer's instructions. Test a small inconspicuousarea using a very light pressureto see if the surface may scratch or discolor. This is particularlyimportant for porcelain enamel, highly polishedor shiny metal or plastic surfaces, and painted surfaces. Glass Cleaners - Bon Ami, Cinch, Glass Plus, Windex. DishwashingLiquidDetergents - Dawn, Dove, Ivory, Joy. Mild LiquidSpray Cleaners - Fantastik,Formula409.
ABOUTCLEANING PARTS Enamel, painted • Backguard • Oven door • Side panels • Storagedrawer or lower panel CLEANINGAGENTS • Soap and water • Mild liquid cleaner • Glass cleaner Elements, oven and coil Glass • Oven window • Soap and water • Glass cleaner • Pasteof baking soda and water Metal finishes such as brushed aluminum,or chrome • Backguard • Cooktop • Oven door • Storagedoor • Trim parts • Soap and water • Glass cleaner • Plastic or nonabrasive pad or sponge Oven interior G)] CLEANINGPROCEDURES
ABOUTCLEANING PARTS CLEANING AGENTS CLEANING PROCEDURES Porcelain enamel • Cooktopon coil elements • Trim on smoothtop cooktop • Backguard • Soap and water • Paste of baking soda and water • Non-abrasive plastic pad or sponge Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid resistant, not acid proof. All spillovers,especially acid or sugar spillovers, should be wiped up immediatelywith a dry cloth.
I SELECTING ABOUT: COOKING HEAT SETTINGS CANNING INFORMATION • If a higher setting is used to begin a surface cooking operation or to bring water to a boil, always reduce to a lower setting once cooking begins or water comes to a boil. • Forsmoothtop cooking, it is better to select a lower setting and increase to a higher one later,if needed, • Food will not cook faster at a settingthat is higher than neededto maintain a gentle boil.
I ABOUTCOOKING ABOUT COOKWARE COOKWARE MATERIALS _i, / The pan material determines how evenly and quickly heat Never allow a pan to boil dry as this may damagethe element. l pan, cooktopand/or heating CAUTION To achieve optimum surface cooking performance,select heavy gauge,flat, the surface unit. smooth bottom pans that fit the size of Properpans will reducecooking use less energy and cook food more evenly. Usetimes, these tests to determine if pan bottom is flat. Aluminum Heats evenly.
I ABOUTCOOKING ALUMINUM FOIL USAGE PREHEATING • Do not cover an entire oven rack or oven bottom with • Preheatingis necessary for baking. aluminumfoil. This will reduce heat circulation, result in poor baking and may damagethe oven bottom. • A small piece of foil may be used to catch spillovers. Place it on a lower rack several inches belowthe food. • It is not necessaryto preheat for roasting.
ABOUTCOOKING BAKING TIPS ROASTINGTIPS Use a reliable recipe and accuratelymeasure fresh ingredients.Carefully follow directions for oven temperatureand cookingtime. Preheatovenif Roastingis the method for cookinglarge, tender cuts of meatuncovered,withoutaddingmoisture.Most meatsare roastedat 325°F. It isnot necessaryto preheattheoven. recommended. Use the correct rack position. Bakingresultsmay be affectedif the wrongrackpositionis used.
ABOUTCOOKING COMMON BAKING PROBLEMS AND WHY THEY HAPPEN PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES Cakes are uneven. • Pans too close or touching each other or oven walls. • Batter uneven in pans. • Temperatureset too low or baking time too short. • Oven not level. • Undermixing. • Too much liquid. Cake high in middle. • Temperatureset too high. • Bakingtime too long. • Overmixing. • Too much flour. • Pans touching each other or oven walls. • Incorrect rack position. Cake falls. • Too much shortening or sugar.
ABOUTCOOKING BROILING TIPS Broiling is used for tender cuts of meat or marinated meats, poultry, fish and some fruits and vegetables. The food is placed directly under the broil element. • When broiling in an electric oven, the door should be opened to the broil stop position (opened about 4-inches). Cooking determined by the desired degree of donenesstime andisthe distance between the food and the element. j_ _-_- _-- • For best results, steaks and chops should be at least 3/4-inch thick.
ABOUTSERVICE IA c.u.,o. I • Do not attemptto service this appliance yourself unless directed to do so in this manual or the chart below. Refer all other servicingto a qualified servicer or call us at 1-800-688-1120. • Locate and mark circuit breaker or fuse. Never replace a blownfuse or reset a circuit breaker until you know what caused the problem. Always replace a blownfuse with one of the correct amperage, do not use a substitute.
ABOUTSERVICE PROBLEM Baking results are not what you expected. • Uneven browning (too dark on top or bottom). • Underdoneor overdone, • Browningis too dark or light, • Cake is not level, POSSIBLE CAUSES 1. Oven is too hot or too cool. 2. Selected BROIL ratherthan BAKE. 3. Food not positionedcorrectly in oven. 4. Used incorrect pan. 5. Used aluminumfoil incorrectly. 6. Oven rack was crowded with pans. 7. Used unreliablerecipe or did not follow recipe, 8. Oven vent was blocked. 9. Range is not level. 10.
,, , sE.v,c PROBLEM Oven door will not lock for self-clean. POSSIBLECAUSES 1. Self-cleanwas not properlyset. 2. Oven door is not closed. (91 SUGGESTEDCORRECTIONS 1, Fol_owinstructionson page 18. 2. Be sure door is properlyclosed. Oven door will not 1. Clean cycle ended less than one unlock after clean hour ago, cycle or if accidently locked during baking, 2. Oven hot enoughto engage internal lock, if accidently locked during baking, 1. Allow about 1 hourfor oven to cool.
MAYTAG COOKING APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR - FULL WARRANTY (Partsand Labor) Forone (1) year fromthe date of originalretailpurchase,any partwhichfails in normalhomeusewillbe repairedor replacedfree of charge by the manufacturer.
