Antique Electric Oven: How do I use it?

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I have an antique Electrochef range (4 stove burners + oven), but I have no clue how to use it. We plugged it in, and the oven came on somehow. Not sure if we flipped the middle switch or not. Tried flipping it back down, but the oven continued to heat up until there was smoke coming out (there were burner pads and things in the oven because we hadn't planned to turn it on).

We unplugged the stove until we can figure it out. The only buttons, knobs or dials appear to be one switch (presumably for the oven) surrounded by four knobs (presumably for the four burners -- no hint as to which order they are in). There is also a temperature knob above the stove.

Anyone who has experience with a 1920s or 1930s stove -- please help! Thanks.

SolidAxle · Accepted Answer

These stoves are really quite simple in their operation as they were made in the 30's by a company called Electromaster Inc. of Detroit. Any appliance repairman or electrician will have the skills necessary to repair your stove. Parts aren't readily available but a few are still around from restoration shops around the US. These stoves are selling from $500 to $1200 depending on condition. Keep that in mind if you decide to have it restored. Just by looking at your pic it seems to be in good condition. The oven coming on when you plugged it in was probably due to a bad timer above and behind the oven or it could have just been turned on. Good luck with your stove!

apairofjacks · Answer

There has got to be some instructions somewhere online?  I will take it off your hands for a small fee. LOL

ceeli · Answer

mmmmhummph... i see your problem.  it's lying there so innocently but you notice it's always around when trouble happens.

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