Questions about the Wolf DF 36' range

18 years ago

I have narrowed down my range choice between the 36" dual-fuel Electrolux Icon and the DF Wolf. I have a couple of questions about the Wolf.

Has anyone had issues with the electronic pop-out keypad? It seems I read that electronic controls on an oven door are not desireable as the heat of the oven tends to damage or "fry" the electronics.

Does the door of the Wolf df range get unusually hot? I think I read that in one of the posts, but have not been able to find it again.

Do the handles of the Wolf df range get too hot? I noticed one post that referenced "hot handles" on prostyle ranges.

Both ranges have features I like. I like that the Wolf has identical burners across the cooktop. I like that it has a temperature probe and double convection fans. On the Electrolux, I like the e-z glide racks. I like the fact that the Icon knobs are all good solid knobs (not electronics). I also like the fact that the Icon costs almost 25% less than the Wolf.

Would appreciate any comments. Thanks!

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sanborn5
18 years ago
I LOVE my 36"DF however I have only had it for three weeks. The first big meal I cooked was THANKSGIVING DINNER!
I used the convection (never had one before) and my 22lb Turkey was done in less then 3 hours fully stuffed. I do not eat white meat, buy my daughter-in-law who ONLY eats the white meat said it was moister then the usual Turkey.
Did not use the temp probe, I guess I should try, and yes the oven door was hot, it is stainless steel so it is bound too. But I don't think it would have burnt anyone just by touching it. The only problem I am having is burning my hands when I grip the handels to my pans. I keep forgetting that they do get hot. I am so use to electric. The knobs do not get hot. At least as far as I have noticed. I did tons of research on this forum and was torn between the Thermadore and the Wolf AG & DF. I have NO regrets. I love my oven, and I am making my home made Italian Sauce on Thursday and this will test the simmer powers. Other stoves were a lot less $$$$$ but I love the Wolf so far.
franki1962
18 years ago
I have the 36" DF, installed for about 5 months. So far very happy

issues with the electronic pop-out keypad? None to date

When the oven is on (350) the front door and top part of the range front get warm to hot but not dangerous. I have not observed the oven handle geeting hot.

My oven has 2 convection fans that seem to alternate running during convection bake.

One note; there is some hot spotting during baking / C-baking forcing us to rotate sheet pans.

As far as burners,I dont rcall specifiying this but, the back left burner is smaller the the other 5.
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