Amana AKS3040BWW, AKS3040BSS, AKS3040BCC Installation Guide

SEALEDGASCOOKTOPS

Models:AKS3040 & AKS3640

403WESTFOURTHSTREET,NORTH• NEWTON,IA50201

IMPORTANT: Dimensions Shown in Both Inches and Centimeters.

IMPORTANT: Be sure the appliance being installed is equipped for the gas to be supplied. Refer to serial plate on

underside of burner box for this information. Do not attempt to convert this appliance for use with a gas other than the type
specified.

DIMENSIONS

inches cm

A 28 1/2 + 1/16 72.4 + 0.2

B 19 15/16 + 1/16 50.6 + 0.2
C 21/8 + 1/16 5.4 + 0.2

D 51/4 + 1/16 13.3 + 0.2
E 29 1/2 + 1/16 74.9 + 0.2

F 21 1/2 + 1/16 54.6 + 0.2
G 313/16 + 1/16 9.7 + 0.2

H 12 1/4 + 1/16 31.1 + 0.2

DIMENSIONS

inches cm

A 34 1/2 + 1/16 87.6 + 0.2

B 1915/16 + 1/16 50.6 + 0.2
C 21/8 + 1/16 5.4 + 0.2

D 5 1/4 + 1/16 13.3 + 0.2
E 36 + 1/16 91.4 + 0.2

F 21 + 1/16 53.3 + 0.2
G 313/16 + 1/16 9.7 + 0.2

H 151/4 + 1/16 38.7 + 0.2

CUTOUT DIMENSIONS

ARE CRITICAL

SPECIAL WARNING:

IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE, MAINTENANCE
OR USE OF RANGE CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

NOTICE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with the appliance.

NOTICE TO CONSUMER: Retain these instructions for future reference.

8101 P523-60

(01-03-00)

Location Of Your Amana

Important Preparation

Appliance

Locate this appliance away from combustible materials
such as window curtains and combustible wall

decorations.
Minimum horizontal clearance between the edge of the

appliance and combustible construction extending from
the cooking surface to 18" (45.72 cm) above the cooking

surface is:

1.0" (2.54 cm) at rear
6" (15.24 cm) at sides

(Dimensions apply to both 30" and 36" wide models).

2.54 crn
/ 18"

,," 45.72 cm

6'

15,24 cm

FIGURE1

Preparation Of Countertop

The countertop cutout must be prepared according to the
illustration on page 1 of these instructions.

CAUTION" Cutout dimensions are critical. Dimensions
must be measured and cut accurately to within + 1/16"

(.159 cm) to ensure proper fit.

Suggestions

1. Chamfer all exposed edges of decorative laminate to
prevent damage from chipping.

2. Radius corners of cutout and file to insure smooth
edges and prevent corner cracking. Recommend

1/4" or 3/8" diameter drill in each corner.

3. Rough edges, inside corners which have not been
rounded and forced fits can contribute to cracking of
the countertop laminate.

4. Countertop must be supported within 3" (7.62 cm) of
cutout.

Installing

Cabinetry Over Your

Amana Cooktop

A = 30" (76.2 cm) minimum

vertical clearance
between cooking surface

and construction above
the appliance. This

clearance may be
reduced to not less than

24 inches (60.96 cm) by
protecting the underside

of the combustible
material or metal cabinet

above the cooking
surface with not less than

1/4 inch (.635 cm)

insulating millboard
covered with sheet metal

not less than 0.0122 inch
thick.

B = 13" (33.02 cm) maximum depth of cabinets installed

above cooktop.

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Avoid use of cabinets above cooktop for storage space to

eliminate associated potential hazards such as reaching
over open flames.

Required Adjustments At Time Of Installation

The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with

the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 USA or current CAN/CGA-B149
INSTALLATION CODE.

[] This appliance was manufactured for use with Natural Gas. If LP gas is the fuel of choice, follow

the conversion to LP procedure found in the installation instructions.

[] Test all external connections for gas leaks. Never test for gas leaks with an open flame.
[] Test all electrical connections.

Checkthecooktopserialplatetoseeifthecooktopis
approvedforinstallationinmobilehomesand/or

recreationalparktrailers.Serialplateislocatedonthe
bottomoftheunit.

Allsupplypiping,exceptasnoted,shouldusecommon

NationalPipeThread(N.P.T.).Forallpipeconnections
useanapprovedpipejointcompoundresistanttothe

actionofLPgas.

Ifapproved,thefollowingitemsareapplicable:

Mobile Homes

The installation of a range designed for mobile home
installation must conform with the Manufactured Home

Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part
3280 [formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home

Construction and Safety, Title 24 HUD, (Part 280)] or,

when such standard is not applicable, the Standard for

Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/NFPA
501A, or with local codes.

In Canada the range must be installed in accordance with
the current CSA Standard C22.1 - Canadian Electrical

Code Part 1 and Section Z240.4.1 - Installation
Requirements for Gas Burning Appliances in Mobile

Homes (CSA Standard CAN/CSA - Z240MH).

Recreational Park Trailers

The installation of a range designed for recreational park
trailers must conform with state or other codes or, in the

absence of such codes, with the Standard for
Recreational Park Trailers, ANSI A119.5-latest edition.

In Canada the range must be installed in accordance with
CAN/CSA - Z240.6.2 - Electrical Requirements for R.V.'s

(CSA Standard CAN/CSA - Z240 RV Series) and Section
Z240.4.2 - Installation Requirements for Propane

Appliances and Equipment in R.V.'s (CSA Standard

CAN/CSA - Z240 RV Series).

CAUTION: Warranty is void on Amana equipment
installed other than as recommended by manufacturer.

This appliance is designed for use with the appliance gas
pressure regulator supplied with this appliance. It must be

installed in the gas line ahead of the gas manifold
entrance, tt is preset for use with natural gas and must be

converted, as described on pages 8 and 9, for use with
LP gas. (See figures 7 - 12).

This appliance is designed to operate at a pressure of 5
inches of water column (36" models), 4 inches of water

column (30" models) on natural gas or, if converted for
use with LP gas (propane or butane), 10 inches water
column. Make sure this appliance is supplied with and

adjusted for the type of gas for which it is designed.

This appliance was adjusted at the factory for use with
natural gas. If, at any time, this appliance is to be used

with a different type of gas, all of the conversion

adjustments described on pages 8 and 9 must be made
by a qualified service technician before attempting to
operate the cooktop on that gas. Natural gas should be

supplied to the appliance pressure regulator at a line
pressure between 6 and 14 inches of water column or, if

converted for LP gas, between 11 and 14 inches.

WARNING

Installation Of Appliance

The installation of this appliance must conform with local
codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition, or, in
Canada, CAN/CGA-B149 Installation Code, Latest
Edition.

This appliance, when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the

absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code

ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Edition, or, in Canada, current

CSA Standard C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1.

In The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or

gas fitter when installed within the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.

A "T" handle type manual gas valve must be installed in
the gas supply line to this appliance.

A flexib e gas connector, when used. must not exceed a

length of three (3) feet / 36 inches.

If the line pressure supplying the appliance pressure
regulator exceeds 14" water column (any gas), an

external regulator must be installed in the gas line ahead
of the appliance regulator to reduce the pressure to no

more than 14" water column. Failure to do this can result
in malfunction and damage to the appliance.

Insure this appliance is adjusted for the type of gas
supplied to it and that the gas supply pressure to the

appliance regulator is within the proper pressure range.

• If no other appliance is to be installed in the cabinetry
below this unit, proceed as instructed under paragraph

1, page 4.

° If this unit is to be installed over an Amana Model

AOES3030 or AOCS3040 Series Electric Wall Oven

proceed as instructed under paragraph 2, page 5.

NOTE: In Canada, gas utilization codes prohibit use of
street elbows. Use standard pipe elbows and make

modifications to these instructions as necessary.

Connecting Appliance To
Gas Supply

A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN OR GAS
APPLIANCE INSTALLER MUST MAKE THE GAS

SUPPLY CONNECTION. Leak testing of the
appliance shall be conducted by the installer

according to the instructions given.

Gas supply piping MUST conform to all local,
municipal and state building codes and local utility

regulations.

1. IF NO OTHER APPLIANCE IS TO BE INSTALLED
BELOW THIS COOKTOP

Join the appliance pressure regulator supplied with this
appliance to the entrance threads of the Gas Manifold.
The appliance regulator is marked with a directional

arrow indicating correct direction of gas flow. Ensure
the appliance regulator is installed with the arrow

pointing toward the gas manifold entrance. Tighten the

appliance regulator to 20 to 30 ft-lbs of torque.

Apply a non-corrosive leak detection fluid to all joints and
fittings in the gas connection between the supply line

shut-off valve and the cooktop. Include gas fittings and
joints in the cooktop if connections were disturbed

during installation. Check for leaks! Bubbles appearing
around fittings and connections will indicate a leak. If a

leak appears, turn off supply line gas shut-off valve,

tighten connections, turn on the supply line gas shut off
valve, and retest for leaks. Never test for gas leaks with

an open flame.

ILLUSTRATIVE GAS SUPPLY PIPING

BURNER BOX

i (NOOTHER APPLIANCEBELOWCOOK'FOP)

U (3/8"N.P.T.)

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(REAR OF APPLIANCE)

MANIFOLD

ENTRANCE

Never tighten to more than 35 ft-lbs of torque. Always
use an approved pipe joint compound resistant to the

action of LP gas.

Install the appliance in its counter cutout.

Make the gas connection to the inlet of the appliance
pressure regulator with 1/2" NPT male pipe threads.

Install a manual shut-off valve in an accessible location in
the gas line ahead of the appliance pressure regulator

and external to this appliance for the purpose of turning
on or shutting off gas to the appliance.

Make additional pipe connections as necessary ahead of
the shut-off valve to the gas supply source. Assure all

pipe joint connections are gas tight.

APPLIANCE

PRESSURE

, REGULATOR

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PIPE JOINTS

1/2" N.P.T.

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MANUAL

SHUTOFF

VALVE

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TO GAS

INLET

2. IF THIS UNIT WILL HAVE AN AMANA MODEL

ACES3030 or AOCS3040 SERIES ELECTRIC WALL
OVEN INSTALLED BELOW THIS COOKTOP.

ILLUSTRATIVE GAS SUPPLY PIPING

(WALL OVEN INSTALLED BELOW 30" COOKTOP)

NOTE 1: This appliance and its gas and electrical supply

sources must be installed before the wall oven is installed.
See illustration (Electrical Wiring Information - page 7;

figure 6) for recommended electrical supply source

locations.
NOTE 2: It may be necessary to extend gas supply piping

for this appliance into adjacent under-counter cabinetry
when a wall oven is installed below this appliance.

Join a 3/8" NPT pipe elbow (locally available) to the male
threads at the manifold entrance. When joined, ensure

open threads of the elbow face toward the right side of
the appliance. Install the appliance in its counter cutout.

Join a 3/8" NPT pipe nipple to the elbow using a pipe
section of sufficient length to extend, horizontally, beyond

the right side of the wall oven. (To accomplish this it may
be necessary to extend the pipe section into adjacent

cabinetry.) Join additional 3/8" NPT elbow(s) and pipe
nipples, as necessary, to accomplish the following:

Join the outlet of the appliance pressure regulator
supplied with this appliance to the male threads of the

newly installed gas supply piping. Install the appliance
regulator in a location which will be accessible beside or

below the wall oven. Insure the appliance regulator is
installed with its directional arrow pointing in the direction

of gas flow. Tighten the appliance regulator to 20 to 30

ft-lbs of torque.

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FIGURE4

Never tighten to more than 35 ft-lbs of torque. Always
use an approved pipe joint compound resistant to the

action of LP gas.

Locate and join a manual shut-off valve in an accessible
location in the gas line ahead of the appliance regulator

and external to the appliance for the purpose of turning on
or shutting off gas to the appliance.

Make additional pipe connections as necessary ahead of
the shut-off valve to the gas supply source. Assure all

pipe joint connections are gas tight.

Apply a non-corrosive leak detection fluid to all joints and
fittings in the gas connection between the supply line

shut-off valve and the cooktop. Include gas fittings and

joints in the cooktop if connections were disturbed during

installation. Check for leaks! Bubbles appearing around

fittings and connections will indicate a leak. If a leak

appears, turn off supply line gas shut-off valve, tighten
connections, turn on the supply line gas shut off valve,
and retest for leaks. Never test for gas leaks with an open

flame.

Note, regarding Figure 4, above:

• For convenience in service a union (not shown: locally
available) should be included in the piping illustrated in
figure 4, in a location most practical for the installation.

Generally, a practical location is in the cabinet below
this appliance, near the manifold entrance, rather than

in an adjoining cabinet.

If the alternative piping method shown in figure 5 is

selected for the installation, no union is required. (The
flexible appliance connector illustrated provides the

union joints necessary for servicing.) When a dividing
wall is present and a flexible connector is used it is

recommended for convenience, in both installation and
service, the flexible connector, itself, pass through the
dividing wall. Any flexible connector used with this

appliance must satisfy all requirements stated in
the text accompanying figure 5.

Alternative Piping Methods To

Connect Appliance To Gas Supply

A TRAINED SERVICE TECHNICIAN OR GAS
APPLIANCE INSTALLER MUST MAKE THE GAS

SUPPLY CONNECTION. Leak testing of the
appliance shall be conducted by the installer

according to the instructions given,

Unless prohibited by local codes or ordinances, a new

A.G.A. - Certified, flexible metal appliance connector may

be used to connect this appliance to its gas supply. The
connector must be no more than 5 feet in length. Per

figure 5, use appropriate flare union adapter at each end

of the flexible connector. If a flexible connector is used
assure that both the appliance pressure regulator and

manual shut-off valve are joined solidly to other
permanent hard piping (either gas supply or the appliance

manifold) so as to be physically stationary. See
illustrations below.

CAUTION: D0n0t attempt tQ attach th e flexibl e
connecto r directly to an external pipe thread. I

Connection requires flare union adapters.

Pressure Testing

The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off

valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 pounds

per square inch (3.5 kPa).
This appliance, as well as its individual shut-off valve,

must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system
during any pressure testing of the system at test

pressures in excess of 1/2 pounds per square inch (3.5
kPa).

When checking appliance regulator function, make certain
pressure of natural gas supply is between 6 and 14

inches of water column or, if converted for LP gas,
between 11 and 14 inches of water column.

ILLUSTRATIVE ALTERNATIVE PIPING

Manifold_

Entrance f_

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Apply a non-corrosive leak detection fluid to all joints and
fittings in the gas connection between the supply line

shut-off valve and the range. Include gas fittings and

joints in the range if connections were disturbed during

installation. Check for leaks! Bubbles appearing around

fittings and connections will indicate a leak. If a leak

appears, turn off supply line gas shut-off valve, tighten
connections, turn on the supply line gas shut off valve,

and retest for leaks. Never test for gas leaks with an open

flame.

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3/8" N.P.T.

FlareUnion

Adaptor

Elbow

3/8" N.P.T.Flexible
ApplianceConnector
(5ft. max.)

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Adaptor

Electrical Wiring Information

This appliance is equipped with a grounded type power
cord. A grounded outlet must be provided. It is

recommended, for convenience, the outlet be located
(with reference to figure 6) as in A or B, below:

A. If no other appliance is to be installed below this

appliance: within either the shaded area or the cross

hatched area shown infigure 6.

can be located as is convenient in this left wall or in the
corresponding right wall.

In planning any installation, note that the free length of
this appliance's power cord, extending beyond a point

3-3/4" (9.53 cm) left of the nominal center of the rear wall
of the burner box, when viewed from the front of the unit,

is approximately 46" (117 cm).

B. If a Model AOES3030 or AOCS3040 Series Electric

Wall Oven is to be installed below this appliance,
either:

1. within the cross hatched area of figure 6, or,

2. within an adjacent cabinet.

If a wall oven is to be installed below this appliance and
the counter units outlet is to be mounted within the cross

hatched area of figure 6:

1. The cabinet's lower front panel, below the oven, must
be made removable for access to the outlet.

2. A clearance hole for the power cord's plug (1-1/4" (3.18
cm) dia is recommended) must be provided through the

oven's floor support shelf and, if necessary, through the
slats supporting the shelf. The clearance hole should

be located as near as practical to the rear of the shelf.

If the outlet is to be mounted in either a left or right
adjacent cabinet, a clearance hole, as described above,

must be provided in the dividing wall between the
cabinets. Figure 4; page 5, illustrates a typical (left side)

dividing wall. The clearance hole (not shown in figure 4)

User may experience occasional circuit tripping if Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCl) outlet or breaker is in use.

WARNING

Electrical Grounding Instructions

This appliance is equipped with a (three-prong)
grounding plug for your protection against shock
hazard and should be plugged directly into a

properly grounded receptacle. Do not cut or
remove the grounding prong from this plug.

WARNING

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE DISCON-
NECTED FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY

AT THE WALL RECEPTACLE BEFORE
SERVICING THE APPLIANCE.

3 1/2" (8.89 cm)WIDE

SLATS WHEN A WALL

OVEN IS INSTALLED

BELOW 30" MODEL

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CABINET BOTTOM

FIGURE 6

Converting Appliance For Use
With LP Gas

WARNING

Propane conversion is to be performed by an AMANA

AUTHORIZED SERVICER (or other qualified agency) in

accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and all
codes and requirements of the authority having

jurisdiction. Failure to follow instructions could result in

serious injury or property damage. The qualified agency
performing this work assumes responsibility for this

conversion.

Installation Of LP Orifice Spud

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Electrical power and gas must be turned

WARNING off

prior to conversion.

This appliance was adjusted at the factory for use with
natural gas. To convert it for use with LP gas (propane or

butane), each of the following modifications must be
performed: (A, B, and C)

A, REPLACE ALL ORIFICE SPUDS

Step 1: Remove the grates and burner caps.
Step 2: Remove burner base by removing 2 screws.

(See figure 7).

Step 3: Firmly press 9/32" (or 7mm) nut driver over the

orifice spud (figures 7 and 8) and loosen spud

by turning counter- clockwise. Carefully lift nut

driver out of burner throat. Orifice spud should

be captured in the nut driver. Repeat steps 2 &
3 for each burner.

REMOVAL OF ORIFICE SPUD

Burner

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FIGURE9

Step 4: Locate the LP orifice spud packet included in

the literature packet. The spuds have small
numbers stamped on the side. This number

codes the orifice diameter and its correct
burner location. Figure 9 and 10 show the

correct LP orifice spud location.

Step 5: Carefully install the orifice spud in the

appropriate burner throat by turning clockwise
to tighten. Tighten to a torque of 15 to 20

inch-lbs.

Step 6: Replace burner base, caps, and grates.

Tighten screws (do not cross thread) to 25-30
in Ibs.

Step 7: Save the orifices removed from the appliance

for future use.

Burner,
Head

Orifice

Locating,

Ring

FIGURE7

Orifice-__

Holder 8

Electrode

ART #9215-1560

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B. INVERT CAP IN APPLIANCE PRESSURE

REGULATOR (See figure 11)

With the appliance installed, the appliance regulator
should be located as shown in figure 3, 4 or 5.

CONVERSION OF APPLIANCE

PRESSURE REGULATOR

CONVERTE_ LP

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C. LOW FLAME ADJUSTMENT (See figure 12)

This appliance is shipped from the factory with low and

high flame settings adjusted for use with natural gas.

To set for use with LP proceed as follows:

1. Remove control knob from valve stem.

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After adjusting the screw the burner should produce a

stable, steady blue flame of minimum size. The setting
should be checked by turning knob from high to low

several times without extinguishing the flame.
This operation will automatically provide the proper flame

size at medium setting.

After Conversion Steps A, B and C have been completed,

check the appearance of each burner flame at the Hi and
Lo settings against figure 13. If the flames appear too

large or too small, review each step to make sure it was
completed correctly.

FLAME APPEARANCE AT HI AND LO

CAUTION: NEVER USE A METAL BLADE TO

PRY KNOB OFF: IF KNOB CANNOT BE EASILY
REMOVED, TUCK THE FoLDs OF A CLOTH

DISHTOWEL UNDER THE KNOB AND PULL THE

TOWEL UPWARD WITH STEADY, EVEN PRES-

SURE.

2. Carefully remove rubber grommet.

3. Locate the valve adjustment screw. See figure 12.

4. Insert a slender, thin-blade screwdriver into knob

hole and engage blade with slot in adjusting screw.

5. Turn the adjusting screw clockwise until tight (5-7
in-lbs max.). Do not over tighten.

6. Replace rubber grommet and control knob.

7. Repeat for remaining burners.

KNOB

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(KNOB AND GROMMET REMOVED)

KNOB HOLE -j

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To Convert Appliance For Use
With Natural Gas

4 BURNER MODEL (30" WIDE)

1.55

Electrical power and gas must be turned
prior to conversion.

If this appliance has been converted for use with LP gas,
each of the following modifications must be performed to

convert the unit back to natural gas.

A. REPLACE ALL ORIFICE SPUDS,

1. Perform Steps 1and 2 on page 8.

2. Perform Step 3 on page 8.

3. For Step 4: Locate the brass natural gas orifice
spuds that were originally installed in this appliance

before its conversion for use with LP gas. Observe
the number on each of the spuds and note the
correct burner location for each spud as shown in
figures 14 and 15.

Installation Of Natural Gas Orifice Spuds

5 BURNER MODEL (36" WIDE)

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4. Complete Steps 5, 6 and 7 on page 8 to complete
the installation of natural gas main spuds in their

correct locations.

5. Save the orifices removed from the appliance for
future use. They will be needed if this appliance is

again converted for use with LP gas.

B. INVERT CAP IN APPLIANCE PRESSURE

REGULATOR, (See figure 11).

With the appliance installed the appliance regulator
should be located as shown in either figure 3, 4 or 5

(pages 4, 5 & 6). Identify the type of appliance
regulator and follow the instructions in the appropriate

illustration.

C. RESET THE VALVES FOR NATURAL GAS

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FIGURE 14

1. Light one burner, and set on low.

2. Remove the knob.

.

Remove the rubber grommets.

4.

Locate the valve adjustment screw. See figure 12.

5.

Insert a slender, thin-blade screwdriver into knob
hole and engage blade with slot in adjusting screw.

.

Starting from the LP position (see #5 on page 9,
under C. LOW FLAME ADJUSTMENT), turn the
screw counter clockwise until the flame stabilizes

and matches the pictured "low" setting on figure 13.
Proper adjustment will produce a stable, steady blue

flame of minimum size. The final adjustment should

be checked by turning the knob from high to low
several times without extinguishing the flame.

After Steps A, B and C have been completed, check
the appearance of each burner's flame at the Hi and Lo

settings against figure 13. If the flames appear too

large or too small, make sure all steps were completed

correctly.

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Burner Performance

CAUTION: Never cover control knobs or surrounding

control surface with utensils, towels, or other objects.
Never obstruct free air passage past the control knobs.

The knob openings have been sized to properly control air
entry to the interior of the appliance during operation.

This appliance has no air shutters. Primary air
adjustments are unnecessary. The burners are designed

to provide optimum aeration for all gases without air

5 BURNERMODEL(36"Wide) 4 BURNER MODEL (30" Wide)

shutters. When operating properly, burners should
produce clearly defined, even blue flames. If the flames

have yellow tips or are hazy and otherwise appear to
have insufficient air, obtain the services of a qualified
service technician. Some yellow tipping on LP gas is

normal.

Specified input rates are as shown in figures 16 and 17
below.

FIGURE16

AMANA 36"

INPUTRATES- NATURALGAS / LP GAS (BTU/HR)

BURNERLOCATION Hi Lo

RightFront
RightRear

LeftFront
LeftRear

Center

12,500/ 10,500

9,200 / 9,100
9,200 / 9,100

10,500/ 9,100

9,200 / 9,100

1300/ 1300
1300/ 1300

1300/ 1300
1300/ 1300
1300/ 1300

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FIGURE17

AMANA 30"

INPUT RATES- NATURALGAS / LP GAS (BTU/HR)

BURNERLOCATION Hi Lo

RightFront
RightRear

Left Front
Left Rear

Center

12,500/ 10,500

9,200 / 9,100
9,200 / 9,100

5000 / 4000

1300/ 1300
1300/ 1300

1300/ 1300

650/ 650

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