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Dacor Distinctive DR30ETFS Important Safety Instructions Manual

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Summary of Distinctive DR30ETFS

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    Use and care manual distinctive ™ electric range part no. 105907 rev b models: dr30es, dr30eis, dr30efs and dr30eifs ta b l e o f c o n t e n t s important safety instructions ................................................ 1 getting to know your range .................................................

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    1 important safety instructions installer: leave these instructions with the appliance. Consumer: read this use and care manual completely before using this appliance. Save it for future reference. Model number ______________________________ serial number ______________________________ date of purch...

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    2 important safety instructions important: to avoid the possibility of explosion or fire, do not store or use combustible, flammable or explosive vapors and liquids (such as gasoline) inside or in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Also keep items that could explode, such as aerosol cans a...

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    3 important safety instructions • do not allow acids (citrus juices, tomato sauces, etc.) to remain on the range’s surfaces. The finishes may stain. • never use the cooktop surface as a cutting board. • do not try to remove heavy spills with a sharp object such as a knife or metal spatula. Sharp obj...

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    1 2 3 4 5 7 6 4 parts of the oven getting to know your range (below oven floor) (at bottom of door) a control panel the control panel consists of keys and a display. Use the control panel to control all the oven’s features (sometimes called modes). B self clean latch the self clean latch automatical...

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    1 2 1 2 5 control panel layout getting to know your range p start key when you use the various features (or modes) on your oven, select the cooking mode first, then press the start key. Also, use the start key to start the timers. See operating the oven. R cooking mode keypad select the type of cook...

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    6 getting to know your range element locations special cooktop features f j h single radiant element: located below the cooking surface. This type of electric element uses a wire ribbon to provide the heat for cooking. G dual radiant element: located below the cooking surface. The dual element consi...

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    7 before using the cooktop before using the cooktop for the first time: 1. Clean the glass cooking surface with dacor cooktop cleaning creme (see page 27) before using it for the first time. 2. The cooktop is cleaned with solvents at the factory to remove remaining oil and grease from the manufac- t...

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    8 operating the cooktop recommended cooktop settings these are the recommended settings without the ele- ment being preheated. A range of heat settings are listed because the actual setting depends on: • type and quality of pan • type, quantity and temperature of the food • element used and cook’s p...

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    9 operating the oven control panel settings setting the clock 1. Press the clock key. The colon between the minutes and seconds on the time display will begin to flash. 2. Enter the current time on the number keypad before the colon stops flashing. For example: for 12:08, press 1-2-0-8 on the keypad...

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    10 operating the oven 3. Push the rack all the way in. 4. Grasp the rack in the center of the front and pull. The rack should come forward while the guides remain in place. To remove an oven rack: • grasp the rack with both hands and pull it gently straight out toward you until it stops. • lift up u...

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    11 starting your oven 1. Adjust the racks to the appropriate level. 2. Determine the best cooking mode for the type of food to be cooked. Select from the following: • convection bake - a combination of the convection fan and a bottom heat source. Good for single rack items in a deep pan. • convectio...

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    12 operating the oven bake uses only a heat source from below the food. This mode is the stand-by, non-convection mode. All baked items will turn out nicely in this mode. Baking tips • for best results, use a single rack in the lowest posi- tion when using bake mode. For cooking on multiple racks, d...

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    1 2 3 4 5 7 6 air flow 13 multiple rack baking in pure convection mode • typically, when baking on two racks, use rack posi- tions #1 and #3 or #2 and #4 (counting from the bottom up) for best results. When cooking a full meal, use rack positions #1, #3 and #5 for best results. • when adapting a sin...

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    14 operating the oven your range offers two broil modes: • broil • convection broil broiling is a quick and flavorful way to prepare many foods, including steaks, chicken, chops, hamburgers and fish. Warning • to avoid burns, keep the oven door completely shut when using the broil modes. • to avoid ...

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    15 operating the oven timers warning the timers on your range do not turn the oven on or off. They are only for timing purposes. When you want to turn the oven off automatically, use the delay timed cooking features. Important pressing the cancel · secure key does not turn off the timers. • your ran...

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    16 operating the oven how to use delay timed cooking note delay-timed cooking cannot be used in sabbath mode. 1. Adjust the racks to the appropriate level. 2. Put the food in the oven. 3. Press the key for the desired cooking mode (except broil or convection broil). 4. Enter the desired cooking temp...

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    17 using the meat probe when you cook foods like roasts and poultry, the internal temperature is the best way to tell when the food is prop- erly cooked. Your oven’s meat probe is an easy way to take the guesswork out of roasting. You can use it to cook food to the exact temperature you desire. The ...

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    18 operating the oven important details about meat probe use • you must select the specific cooking mode (bake, conv bake, pure conv or conv roast) before you press the probe key. • when you press the probe key the preheat cycle is disabled and the amount of time required to heat the oven is extende...

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    19 operating the oven solving discoloration problems to prevent darkening during dehydration and storage, you should steam blanch apples, apricots, peaches, nectar- ines, pears or foods that will oxidize. To steam blanch: 1. Add one inch of water to a four quart sauce pot. Insert the steam basket an...

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    20 operating the oven sabbath mode (cont.) setting up the sabbath feature 1. Press the # key. 2. Press the bake or pure conv key. 3. Press the 0 or 2 keys repeatedly if you want to change the pre-selected cooking temperature shown on the display. 4. Press (only) the start key. The oven will go into ...

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    21 • use the pan size and type recommended by the recipe for best results. • for roasting, dacor’s optional “v” shaped rack and broil/roast pan works best to allow air circulation around the food. Dacor’s roasting pan works particu- larly well and two of them will fit side by side in a 30-inch oven....

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    22 care and cleaning warning • clean only the parts of the range listed in this manual. Clean them only in the manner specified. • to avoid dangerous fumes or damage to your range’s surfaces and accessories, use only the types of cleaning solutions specified in this manual. Some cleaners can produce...

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    23 care and cleaning after the self clean cycle is complete: • the door latch will release when the inside has cooled down. The clean icon, lock icon and “on” will disap- pear from the display. Exercise caution because the oven will still be hot (about 400°f) at the time the door lock is released. •...

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    24 care and cleaning cleaning other glass surfaces (interior and exterior) • use a mild glass cleaner to remove finger prints on glass surfaces. You may also clean the other glass surfaces with dacor cooktop cleaning creme. Use it according to the directions on the package. • you may scrub the oven ...

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    25 meat probe warning to prevent damage, do not immerse the meat probe in water. The meat probe is constructed of silicone handles, a wire, a plug and a stainless steel skewer. To clean the skewer, use a scouring pad and hot, soapy water. When you clean the handles, wipe them with a soft sponge soak...

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    26 care and cleaning cleaning the oven interior (cont.) optional cookie sheets clean the optional aluminum cookie sheets with a solu- tion of detergent and warm water. Since aluminum can scratch, you need to use the soft side of a sponge. A way for you to keep cookie sheets cleaner is to use parchme...

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    27 parts and accessories description dacor part number halogen light bulb (120 volt 20 watt) 107112 dacor stainless steel cleaner a302 dacor cooktop cleaning cream a300 meat probe 72723 wok ring awr4 standard broil pan and broil pan grill aer30bp large capacity roast/broil pan with “v” shaped rack a...

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    28 problem solution guide - oven note: see common problems when using bake mode on page 12 for problems with baking. Problem may be caused by what to do nothing works. Range not connected to electrical power. Have an electrician connect range to properly wired electrical connection. Power is off. Tu...

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    29 before you call for service problem may be caused by what to do oven door will not open. Oven is set to self clean. Check display. If lock symbol appears on display oven door cannot be opened. Wait for oven to complete self clean process or press cancel · secure. Door will unlock once oven has co...

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    30 warranty what is covered certificate of warranties: dacor ranges within the fifty states of the u.S.A., the district of columbia and canada*: full one-year warranty the warranty applies only to the dacor appliance sold to the first use purchaser, starting from the date of origi- nal retail purcha...

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    31 notes.

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    32 notes.

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    Dacor attn warranty processing dept po box 90070 city of industry ca 91715-9907 no postage necessary if mailed in the business reply mail first-class mail city of industry ca permit no 1600 postage will be paid by addressee.

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    Web site: www.Dacor.Com corporate phone: (800) 793-0093 warranty information important: your warranty will not be activated until you activate it online or return this form to dacor. If you have purchased more than one dacor product, please return all forms in one envelope or activate the warrant...