Samsung 30" Glass Top Range- FCQ321HTUB

The Samsung 30" Black Glass Top Range FCQ321HTUB is a freestanding electric range, characterized by its smooth ceramic glass cooktop and a full-featured oven.

Samsung FCQ321HTUB 30" Black Glass Top Range

• Type: Electric Freestanding Range (Smooth Glass Top)

• Color: Black

• Dimensions (approximate WxHxD): 29.92 inches (approximately 30 inches) x 47.06 inches x 25.97 inches (approximately 26 inches)

Cooktop Features:

• Burner Type: Utilizes ceramic glass radiant heating elements.

• Number of Elements: Five electric heating elements are included.

  • This typically comprises two dual-sized elements positioned at the front (e.g., 6-inch and 9-inch, each rated at 2.5 KW), allowing them to expand for larger cookware.

  • Two standard rear elements (e.g., 6-inch, each rated at 1.2 KW).

  • A dedicated Warming Center (often 100 W) in the center rear, which provides low, consistent heat to keep cooked food warm without continuing to cook it.

• Smooth Ceramic Glass Cooktop: Presents a sleek aesthetic and facilitates easy cleaning by simply wiping the surface.

• Hot Surface Indicator Light: An indicator light illuminates to warn users when any part of the cooktop surface remains hot after use, even if the element is no longer active, for safety.

• Cooktop Controls: Controls for the cooking elements are typically managed via physical knobs located on the appliance's backsplash.

Oven Features:

• Oven Type: Single Oven.

• Oven Capacity: 5.9 cu. ft., offering a generous capacity suitable for preparing large meals and for holiday cooking.

• Oven Cleaning:

  • Self Clean (Pyrolytic Cleaning): Utilizes very high temperatures to incinerate baked-on food residue, converting it into a small amount of ash that can be easily wiped away. This model provides multiple duration options for the self-clean cycle (e.g., 2, 3, or 4 hours).

  • SteamQuick™ Cleaning: A faster cleaning method that uses steam to loosen light spills within approximately 20 minutes, allowing for easier wiping.

• Hidden Bake Element: The bake element is concealed beneath the oven floor, creating a smooth surface that simplifies cleaning and prevents direct burning of spills onto the element.

• Oven Racks: Includes 2 chrome oven racks, with multiple (e.g., 7) available rack positions for flexible cooking configurations.

• Electronic Touchpad Controls: Oven functions are managed via an electronic touchpad interface, allowing for precise control over baking, broiling, and other settings.

• Bake and Broil Elements: Features both a bake element (e.g., 2400 W, with a 6-pass design) and a broil element (e.g., 3400 W, with a 4-pass design).

• Variable Broil: Allows for adjustable broiling temperatures to suit different foods.

• Digital Temperature Display: Shows the exact current oven temperature.

• Kitchen Timer: A built-in timer for general kitchen use.

• Delay Start / Delay Bake: Enables setting the oven to begin cooking at a pre-selected later time.

• Auto Shut-Off Option: A safety feature that automatically turns off the oven after a prolonged period of continuous operation.

• Automatic Oven Light: The interior oven light illuminates automatically when the oven door is opened.

• Sabbath Mode: Allows the oven to operate for extended periods in compliance with religious observances.

• Child Safety Lock: A feature that locks the oven controls to prevent accidental activation.

• Widescreen Glass Window: A large glass window on the oven door provides an expansive view for monitoring cooking progress.

Other Features:

• Storage Drawer: A functional storage drawer located beneath the oven, offering approximately 1.1 cu. ft. of space for storing cookware like pots, pans, and baking sheets.

• Anti-Tip Bracket: Included for safety during installation to prevent the range from tipping forward.

• Electrical Requirements: Operates on standard 240/208 Volt electrical service, requiring a 40 Amp circuit.