Capital Cooking Performance User Manual

U S E A N D C A R E G U I D E

THE POWER OF PERFORMANCE

P E R F O R M A N C E S E R I E S

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G A S R A N G E S

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Warnings ii-iii

Models and Gas Type Verification 2

Be Safe 3-5

Using Your New Range: Burners 6

Using Your New Range: Burners, Cookware 7

Using Your New Range: BBQ Section 8

Using Your New Range: Griddle, Oven Sections 9

Using Your New Range: Bake Mode 10

Using Your New Range: Convection Bake Mode 11

Using Your New Range: Infrared Broil Mode 12

Using Your New Range: Other Oven Modes 13

Care and Maintenance 14-15

Do It Yourself Maintenance 16

Before Calling for Service 17

We’re Here for You 18

Warranty 19

TABLE OF CONTENTS

hello and welcome to Capital...

We thank you for choosing our Performance
Series™ cooking equipment. Because of the
unique features found in our products, we
recommend spending some time to familiarize
yourself with this booklet before using your
product. In it you will find valuable information
on how to safely operate and maintain your
appliance for years of enjoyable cooking.

We understand that questions arise from time to
time on use and care about our products, so we
want to make it easy for you to find the answers.
That’s why we pride ourselves on superior
customer service and work harder to respond
to your needs quickly and effectively.

Our Customer Service representatives are
here to assist you and are just a phone call away.
You can reach us toll free: 1-866-402-4600; by
e-mail: [e-mail];
or by standard mail: 13211 Florence Ave.
Santa Fe Springs, CA, 90670.

When you contact us, please make sure you
have the model # and your serial # ready. This
allows us to better serve your needs.

We realize you have a choice in your appliance
needs so we feel honored to welcome you to our
family, where passion for improving the quality of
your culinary life is our number one priority.

Your friends at Capital Cooking Equipment.

capital cooking is your friend

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IMPORTANT:

Save these instructions for the Local Gas Inspector’s use.
INSTALLER:
Please leave these Installation Instructions with the unit
for the owner.
OWNER:
Please retain these instructions for future reference.

This range was designed for ease of installation and
operation. However, we recommend that you read all sections
of this manual before beginning installation and that your range is
installed by an approved gas installation technician, OR IN THE
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS A LICENSED
PLUMBER OR LICENSED GAS FITTER, capable of reviewing
and performing the manufacturers installation checklist included
in your information packet.

The installation of appliances assigned for manufactured (mobile)
home installation must conform with the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part
3280 or, when such standard is not applicable, the Standard for
Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI/NCSBCS A225.1,
or with local codes as applicable.

The installation of appliances designed for Recreation 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.

The 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 70

The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected
from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that
system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psi (35 kPa).

The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures
equal to or less than 1/2 psi (35 kpa).

DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or
vaporous products in the vicinity of this appliance.

• Smother flames with a close fitting lid, or any metal tray.

• Turn OFF the burner. Be careful to prevent burns. If the flames
do not extinguish, immediately evacuate and call the fire department.

• NEVER pick up a flaming pan. By doing so, you may be burned.

• DO NOT use water or a wet dishcloth on fire. A violent steam

explosion will result.

USE FIRE EXTINGUISHER ONLY IF:

• You have CLASS ABC extinguisher
and you know how to operate it.

• The fire is small and contained in the
area where it started.

• The fire department has been called.

• You can fight the fire with your back
to the exit.

WARNING!
Disconnect Power before installing.
Before turning power ON, be sure that
all controls are in the OFF position.

IMPORTANT!
Installation must conform with local
codes or, in the absence of local
codes, with the National fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

NOTE:

WARNING!
If the information in this manual is
not followed EXACTLY, a fire or
explosion may result, causing
property damage, personal injur y
or death.

* DO NOT store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity

of this or any other appliance.

**WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS**

DO NOT try to light any appliance.

DO NOT touch any electrical switch.

DO NOT use any phone in your building.

IMMEDIATELY call your gas supplier

from a neighbor's phone. Follow the

gas supplier's instructions.

If you cannot reach a gas supplier,

call the fire department.

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE must be

performed by a qualified installer, service

agency or the gas supplier.

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TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI Z21.1b-2003, 27th Edition, supplemented by CGA Interim Requirement 58b
(IR58) STANDARD FOR HOUSEHOLD COOKING GAS APPLIANCES. IN CANADA TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
CUL 1.1 GAS RANGES, CURRENT ISSUE. Check your local building codes for the proper method of installation. In the
absence of local codes, this unit should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No. Z223.1 Current
issue and the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPPA No. 70 Current issue or the Can B149 Installation Codes for Gas
Burning Appliances and C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1.

PLEASE NOTE:

In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, gas
connection must be performed by a licensed
plumber or licensed gas fitter.

CAUTION!
When connecting the unit to propane gas,
make certain the propane tank is equipped with
its own high-pressure regulator in addition to
the pressure regulator supplied with the range.
The pressure of the gas supplied to the
appliance must not exceed 14” (34.57 mB)
water column from the propane gas tank
to the pressure regulator.

IMPORTANT!
Installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the National fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

important technical information:

please retain this manual for future reference!

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models and gas type verification

INTRODUCTION:

Capital’s Performance Series™ Gas Ranges are tested and approved in accordance with ANSI Z21.1b-2003/CGA IR
58, 1995, Household Cooking Appliances. It is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that this appliance be installed in
conjunction with a suitable overhead VENT HOOD. Due to the high heat output of this unit, particular attention should
be paid to the hood and ductwork installation to assure it meets local building codes.

special instructions for Massachusetts:

IMPORTANT:

A back guard must be utilized when there is
less than 12” horizontal clearance between
combustible materials and the back edge of
the range. The Capital PERFORMANCE
SERIES™ Low Back must be ordered
separately and installed at the rear of the
range. For island installations and other
installations with more than 12” clearance,
an optional stainless steel Island Trim
is available to cover the back-guard
mounting flanges.

In the COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS, GAS CONNECTION MUST BE PERFORMED BY A
LICENSED PLUMBER OR GAS FITTER.

GAS SUPPLY:

Natural Gas: 6-inch water column.
(14.9mb) Min., 8 inch (20mb) nominal

Propane Gas: 11-inch water column.
(27.4mb), 14 inch (37mb) maximum

ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY:

PSGR244 model –
120 VAC, 60 HZ. 1 Ph., 10 Amp Circuit

PSGR304 model –
120 VAC, 60 Hz., 1 Ph., 10 Amp Circuit

PSGR36 models –
120 VAC, 60Hz., 1 Ph., 10 Amp Circuit

PSGR48 models –
120 VAC, 60 Hz., 1 Ph., 10 Amp Circuit

All Performance Series™ gas ranges,
feature a Gas Cooking Surface with Gas Convection Ovens,
and Gas Infrared Broiler

MODEL # FEATURES:

PSGR244 24” gas range w/ 4 sealed burners

PSGR304 30” gas range w/4 sealed burners

PSGR366 36” gas range w/ 6 sealed burners

PSGR364G 36” gas range w/ 4 sealed burners and griddle

PSGR364B 36” gas range w/ 4 sealed burners and BBQ

PSGR488 48” gas range w/ 8 sealed burners

PSGR486B 48” gas range w/ 6 sealed burners and BBQ

PSGR486G 48” gas range w/ 6 sealed burners and griddle

PSGR484BG 48” gas range w/ 4 sealed burners + BBQ + griddle

GAS TYPE VERIFICATION:

Your gas range is shipped from the factory to operate on
either natural gas or LP depending on the model ordered.
Verify that the gas being used at the installation site matches
the type of gas being used by the appliance. If the location/
job site requires a conversion from one type of gas to
another, contact the dealer where the unit was purchased or
contact CAPITAL Customer Service at 866-402-4600. The
field conversion kit for all PERFORMANCE SERIES™ ranges
and ranges is Capital model # PSGRCKN-L (Natural to LP)
or PSGRCKL-N (LP to Natural). ONLY a qualified service
technician MUST perform the field conversion.

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be safe

Your new Capital PERFORMANCE SERIES™

gas range has been designed to be a safe, reliable
appliance when properly used and maintained. If
not properly used, it could be dangerous. Read ALL
the instructions in this Use and Care Guide
carefully before using this range.

Safety precautions must be followed when
using any kitchen appliance.

INSTALLATION SAFETY:

Insure proper installation and servicing. Follow the
installation instructions provided with this product.
Have the range installed and grounded by a
qualified technician.

Have the installer show you where the gas supply
shut off valve is located so that you know how and
where to turn off the gas to the range.

If you smell gas, your installer has not done a
proper job of checking for leaks. If the connections
are not perfectly tight, you can have a small leak
and therefore a smell a faint gas odor. Finding a
gas leak is not a “do-it-yourself” procedure.
Some leaks can only be found with the burner
control in the “ON” position and a qualified
service technician must do this.

BURNER SAFETY:

In the event a burner goes out and gas escapes,
open a window or door immediately. DO NOT
attempt to use the range until the gas has had
time to dissipate. Wait at least 5 minutes before
using the range.

DO NOT repair or replace any part of the
appliance unless specifically recommended in
this manual. All other servicing should be referred
to a qualified technician.

If the range is near a window, be certain the
curtains do not blow over or near the range
burners, griddle or broiler section; they could catch
fire and cause serious injury.

WARNING!

These precautions will reduce the risk of burns,
electric shock, fire, and injury to persons. Use
extreme care when using this restaurant caliber
range as this appliance provides intense heat
and can increase accident potential.

CHILD SAFETY:

Children SHOULD NOT be left alone or
unattended in an area where appliances are
in use. They should never be allowed to sit or
stand on any part of the appliance.

CAUTION! Do not store items of interest to
children above the range or behind it. If children
should climb onto the appliance to reach these
items, they could be seriously injured.

STORAGE SAFETY:

NEVER use any part of the range for storage.
Flammable materials can catch fire and plastic
items may melt or ignite.

GREASE FIRE SAFETY:

DO NOT USE WATER ON GREASE FIRES! Turn
appliance off and smother fire with baking soda or
use a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

FLAMMABLE MATERIALS SAFETY:

NEVER let clothing, pot holders, or other flammable
materials come into contact with or too close to any
element, burner, or burner grate until it has cooled.
Fabric may ignite and result in personal injury.

USE ONLY DRY POT HOLDERS. Moist or damp
potholders on hot surfaces may cause burns from
the steam. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in
place of potholders. Do not let potholders touch hot
elements, hot burners, or burner grates.

ALWAYS use utensils that have flat bottoms,
large enough to cover the burner. The use of
undersized utensils could expose a portion of the
flame and may result in ignition of clothing.

CLOTHING SAFETY:

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, wear proper
apparel. Loose fitting garments or hanging sleeves
should never be worn while using this appliance.
Some synthetic fabrics are highly flammable and
should not be worn while cooking.

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WARNING!

This appliance is for cooking! Based on safety
considerations, never use the range to warm or
heat a room. Such use can damage the range.

COOKING SAFETY:

DO NOT use aluminum foil as a shield against
food spills or drippings around the burners or
control panel area. This could obstruct the flow
of combustion and ventilated air. This can
damage the finish of the range.

DO NOT TOUCH THE BURNER GRATES
OR THE IMMEDIATE SURROUNDING AREAS
adjacent to the burners. When in use these areas
may become hot enough to cause burns.

NEVER leave the range unattended when using
high flame settings. Boil-overs cause smoking and
greasy spills that may ignite. More importantly, if
the burner flames are smothered, unburned gas will
escape into the room. See inside front cover
regarding gas leaks.

UTENSIL SAFETY:

ONLY certain types of glass, heatproof
glass-ceramic, ceramic, earthenware or other
glazed utensils are suitable for range use. This type
of utensil may break with sudden temperature
changes. Use only on low or medium heat settings
according to the utensil manufacturer’s directions.

DO NOT HEAT UNOPENED FOOD
CONTAINERS. A buildup of pressure may
cause the container to burst.

DURING COOKING, set the burner control so
that the flame heats only the bottom of the pan and
does not extend beyond the bottom of the pan.

USE CAUTION to ensure that drafts like those
from forced air vents or fans do not blow flammable
materials toward the flames or push the flames so
that they extend beyond the edges of the pot.

TO MINIMIZE BURNS, ignition of flammable
materials and unintentional spills, position handles
of utensil inward so that it does not extend over
adjacent work areas, cooking areas or the edge
of the range.

HOLD THE HANDLE of the pan to prevent
movement of the utensil when stirring food.

BBQ SAFETY:

DO NOT USE the BBQ top section for cooking
excessively fatty meats or products that promote
flare- ups.

GREASE IS FLAMMABLE. Let hot grease to cool
before attempting to handle it. Avoid letting grease
deposits to collect. Clean after each use.

KEEP BURNER PORTS CLEAN. This is essential for
proper lighting and maintenance of the burners. It is
necessary to clean the burner ports when there is a
boil over or when the burner does not light though
the electronic igniters click.

CLEANING SAFETY:

CLEAN THE RANGE-TOP SECTION WITH
CAUTION. Avoid steam burns; do not use a wet
sponge or cloth to clean the range while it is hot.
Some cleaners produce noxious fumes if applied to a
hot surface. Follow directions provided by the
cleaner manufacturer.

BE SURE ALL RANGE CONTROLS ARE
TURNED OFF and the range is cool before using
any type of aerosol cleaner on or around the range.
The chemical that produces the spraying action
could, in the presence of heat, ignite or cause metal
parts to corrode. Only an authorized service
technician should perform Service. Technicians
must disconnect the power supply before
servicing this unit.

VENTILATION SAFETY:

CLEAN THE VENTILATOR HOOD and filters above
the range frequently so grease deposits from cooking
vapors do not accumulate on them.

IN CASE OF FIRE or when intentionally “flaming”
liquor or other spirits on the range, follow hood
manufacturer’s instructions.

INSTALL A SMOKE DETECTOR in or
near the kitchen.