Dacor Epicure Range, Use And Care Manual

Page 1: ...yle varies Model ERD60 Shown TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOURRANGE 4 5 SETTING UP YOUR RANGE 6 OPERATING YOUR RANGE 7 1 3 CARE ANDCLEANING 14 1 9 BEFORE YOUCALL...

Page 2: ...e You Call for Service section of this manual for guidance It provides useful suggestions and remedies prior to calling for service Valuable customer input helps us to continuously improve our product...

Page 3: ...al injury or death Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in minor personal injury or property damage IMPORTANT If you smell gas Do not use or light any appliance Do not touch any electrical sw...

Page 4: ...ected utensils Decorative covers may cause a fire hazard or damage to the cooktop if a burner is accidentally turned on with the cover in place Do not heat unopened food containers such as baby food j...

Page 5: ...temperatures above the flash point TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE a SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid cookie sheet or metal tray then turn off th...

Page 6: ...The COOK TIME key is used to select the length of time for a cooking process in delay timed cooking mode L_ Control Panel Cool Air Slots Infrared Ceramic Gas Broiler Rack Support Halogen Oven Light O...

Page 7: ...tion displayed on the clock will disappear Should this occur just repeat the initial function selection Control Panel Cool Air Slots Self Clean Instructions Self Clean Lock Latch Infrared Ceramic Gas...

Page 8: ...positioning of the oven racks To install a rack align the left and right edges of the rack with the horizontal guide rails of the rack supports then slide the rack into the oven r_l _o h IIiw _ iiI _...

Page 9: ...ombination convection radiant mode the lower element provides the heat As in Pure Convection mode the convection fan and baffle combine to circulate heated air evenly throughout the oven chamber Tempe...

Page 10: ...nly one recipe variable at a time such as cooking time rack position or temperature and repeat the convection test If necessary continue adjusting one recipe variable at a time until you achieve satis...

Page 11: ...ulation of heated air over the food Reduce spatter by lining the bottom of the roast ing pan with lightly crushed aluminum foil When using a meat thermometer insert the probe halfway into the center o...

Page 12: ...s the TIME TEMP key to set the length of time that the food will be cooked The COOK TIME can be set from 5 minutes to 11 hours 50 minutes 5 The oven can be set to start now or later in the day To star...

Page 13: ...defrost foods at low heat settings in Pure Convection mode ERD models only IMPORTANT Canceling the minute timer does not turn off the oven if it is operating You must manu ally shut the oven off by pr...

Page 14: ...r rings spread the flame evenly around the outside of the burner The burner rings must be propedy seated for proper burner lighting and operation In the interest of safety always light the burner befo...

Page 15: ...to the cook top chassis Cooking Tips For superior cooking performance and to save energy Reduce the flame height to the minimum level necessary to perform the desired cooking pro cess Food cooks just...

Page 16: ...xposed to acidic food spill overs These severe operating conditions cause the porcelain enamel parts on your range to undergo a change in appearance over time If you care for and clean these parts car...

Page 17: ...completely If you need to unlock the door turn off the self clean cycle by pressing the CANCEL SECURE key After approximately 1 minute LOCK will disappear from the clock display and the door will unl...

Page 18: ...nless steel surfaces see above Oven Racks The oven racks are chrome plated For everyday cleaning apply a solution of detergent and hot water To clean heavy soil use the rough side of a sponge or a sco...

Page 19: ...l eventu ally damage the finish Cleaning the Igniters and Other Burner Components Clean completely around the igniter including over and under the edge of the metal top and porcelain base A firm tooth...

Page 20: ...he display value without the help of a ser vice technician Due to various conditions the actual temperature inside may vary somewhat from the displayed temperature The setting may also vary from mode...

Page 21: ...ause uneven stress on the lens cover Gently insert the pointed end of the pry stick under the center edge of the lens cover on the side facing the oven door Hold your hand under the lens for support t...

Page 22: ...ed or not properly grounded 2O Have oven connected to a properly sized electrical power supply by a qualified technician Turn on power at circuit breaker or fuse box Check for tripped breaker or blown...

Page 23: ...orrect time of day Reset time of day Adjust time temperature or rack position Adjust oven temperature See Care and Cleaning section Adjust time temperature or rack position Adjust oven temperature See...

Page 24: ...rted from the U S OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U S A THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA LIMITED FIRST YEAR WARRANTY If your DACOR product fails to function within one year of the original date of...

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Page 27: ...NITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST CLASSMAIL PERMITNO 4507 DIAMONDBARCA POSTAGEWILL BE PAIDBYADDRESSEE DACOR INC ATTN WARRANTY PROCESSING DEPT 1440 BRIDGE GATE DR STE 200 PO BOX 6532 DIAMOND BAR C...

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