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:
1. Do not try and light any appliance.
2. Do not touch any electrical switch.
3. Do not use any phone in your building.
4. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
5. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or
the gas supplier.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE
INSTALLING OR USING YOUR APPLIANCE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, BURN HAZARD, OR OTHER INJURY. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
SAFETY DEFINITIONS
THIS INDICATES THAT DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR
AS A RESULT OF NOT OBSERVING THIS WARNING.
THIS INDICATES THAT MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY MAY
OCCUR AS A RESULT OF NOT OBSERVING THIS WARNING.
THIS INDICATES THAT DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE OR
PROPERTY MAY OCCUR AS A RESULT OF NOT OBSERVING THIS
WARNING.
INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE OWNER OF THE APPLIANCE.
HOMEOWNER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
TIP OVER HAZARD
A child or adult can tip over a range and be killed.
Check installation of the anti-tip device per the Installation Manual. Do
not operate the range without this device in place.
Check engagement of anti-tip device if range is moved, such as when
cleaning behind the unit.
To check engagement, carefully tip the range forward while pulling from the rear of the unit. The
range should not move more that 1 inch [2.5cm].
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.
To reduce the risk of burns, do not move this appliance while hot.
Message from Hestan
Hestan’s award-winning culinary innovations and purpose-built features reinvented
the restaurant kitchen and redefined culinary experience in some of America’s most
acclaimed restaurants. Hestan now takes this performance from the back of the
house and puts it front and center in yours. Thoughtfully designed and meticulously
built, Hestan will serve you beautifully for years to come.
Hestan is the only residential brand born from the dreams and demands of
professional chefs. From ranges to refrigeration, every detail is designed to deliver
the performance and reliability expected in a restaurant – now available for you.
We appreciate you choosing Hestan, and we promise to deliver the very best to you.
3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - BEFORE YOU BEGIN
8 MODEL NUMBERS
9 RATING LABEL
9 REGULATORY / CODE REQUIREMENTS
10 GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR APPLIANCE
17 USING THE RANGETOP
19 USING THE GRIDDLE
20 USING THE OVEN
24 OVEN CONTROLS
44 ADDITIONAL ITEMS
44 CARE & MAINTENANCE
49 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
50 PARTS LIST
50 SERVICE
51 LIMITED WARRANTY
(SOME MODELS)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - BEFORE YOU BEGIN
When properly cared for, your Hestan appliance will provide safe, reliable service for many years.
When using this appliance, basic safety practices must be followed as outlined below.
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INSTALLER: Please leave these Installation Instructions with the owner.
OWNER: Please retain these Installation Instructions for future reference.
This range is designed for residential use only. It is NOT designed for installation in manufactured
(mobile) homes or recreational park trailers. Do NOT install this range outdoors.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Disconnect power before installing or servicing appliance. Before turning
power ON, be sure all controls are in the OFF position. Failure to do so can
result in electrical shock or death.
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING
This appliance must be grounded. Grounding reduces the risk of electric shock
in the event of a short circuit. Read the ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS section of the Installation
Manual for complete instructions.
This appliance is equipped with a 4-prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard
and should be directly plugged into a properly grounded receptacle. Do not cut or remove the
grounding prong from this plug.
This appliance must be connected to a dedicated circuit, 240 VAC, Single Phase, 60 Hz, with a
current rating as shown in the model number listing on pg. 8. Have the installer show you where
the electric circuit breaker is located so you know how to shut off the power to this appliance. It is
the responsibility of the user to have the appliance connected by a licensed electrician in accordance
with all local codes, or in the absence of local codes, in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
Read the ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS section of the Installation Manual for complete details.
GAS SUPPLY
A gas shut-off valve must be located in an easily accessible location for servicing of the range. Make
sure all users of the range know where this shut-off is located, and how to shut off the gas.
The type of gas should be verified prior to installation and
operation of this appliance. It is the responsibility of the
user to have the appliance connected by a licensed plumber
in accordance with all local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code.
When connecting to LP gas, verify the tank is equipped
with its own high pressure regulator. The pressure of the
gas supplied to the appliance must be 11-14 inch WC [2.74-
3.48 kPa]. Consult the Installation Manual for details on gas
type, gas pressure, connection and leak testing instructions,
etc.
Read the GAS CONNECTIONS section of the Installation
Manual for complete details.
GAS
SUPPLY
IN OPEN POSITION
TO
APPLIANCE
CONVERSION KITS
In the event your Hestan appliance needs to be converted from NG to LP, or vice-versa, you will
need to contact Hestan Customer Service to arrange a service call. This conversion should only be
performed by a qualified technician.
HIGH ALTITUDE KITS
If you live in a high altitude area, 2,000 ft. [610 m] or more above sea level, your appliance may
require different orifices for proper combustion and performance. You will need to contact Hestan
Customer Service to arrange a service call. High Altitude kits must be installed by a qualified
technician. Please have your model and serial number information ready when you call.
BACKGUARD
Your Hestan range is supplied at the factory with an Island Trim backguard. See Table 1 in the
APPENDIX section of the Installation Manual for other backguard options available from your
Hestan dealer, or visit www.hestanhome.com. Selection of the appropriate backguard depends on
the installation location and adjacent materials, and the type of vent hood to be used. Installation
instructions are included with the backguard kit. A LOW OR TALL BACKGUARD IS REQUIRED
WHEN INSTALLING THE RANGE AGAINST A COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE - THE ISLAND TRIM IS
NOT SUITABLE.
The top of the backguard serves as an exhaust for the oven when in operation, and as an exhaust vent
to remove heat from under the rangetop section of the range as well. DO NOT BLOCK or obstruct
the top of the backguard. DO NOT touch the top of the backguard during appliance operation as it
may get hot. Allow sufficient time to cool before touching or cleaning this area. DO NOT position
plastic or other heat-sensitive items nearby which could melt or burn.
It is strongly recommended that this appliance be installed with a Hestan vent hood. Hestan vent
hoods have been matched up to the BTU output of the range. Due to the high heat output of this
range, it is very important that the hood and ductwork installation meets local building codes and is
installed by a qualified technician.
Do not use a down-draft style ventilation system.
Do not mount a microwave oven/ventilator combination above the range. These types of units do
not have sufficient airflow to remove the high heat output of this range and were not tested with
this type of appliance.
Consult the Installation Manual for further details.
CONSULT WITH YOUR HESTAN DEALER ON SELECTING THE APPROPRIATE
VENT HOOD FOR YOUR HESTAN APPLIANCE.
IN CASE OF POWER OUTAGE
All the control knobs must be in the OFF position to prevent unintended operation at power up. To
ensure customer safety in the event of a power failure, the range will display an error message when
the power is restored unless all the knobs are in the OFF position. Set all the knobs to OFF to clear
the error message.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THE RANGE DURING A PROLONGED POWER FAILURE. Although
the top burners can be manually lit, they should be used ONLY WHILE BEING ATTENDED BY THE
USER. On low burner settings, if the flame were to go out, a dangerous accumulation of gas could
result in an explosion.
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CHILD SAFETY
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PARENTS OR GUARDIANS TO ENSURE CHILDREN ARE
INSTRUCTED IN THE SAFE USE OF THIS APPLIANCE. Do not allow children to use this appliance
without adult supervision. Do not allow children to play in or around the appliance, even when not
in use. Items of interest to children should not be stored in or on the appliance, in cabinets above, or
on the backguard of the appliance. Children climbing on the appliance could be seriously injured.
BURN HAZARD - All parts of the range can get very hot during operation. The oven door glass
and areas surrounding the door get very hot, especially during self-cleaning operations. Do not let
children touch the appliance while in operation. Failure to observe these instructions may result in
severe burns or injury.
TECHNICAL SAFETY
Installation and service on this appliance must be performed by a qualified appliance installer, or
a Hestan authorized service technician. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless
specifically instructed to do so. Defective parts must only be replaced with genuine Hestan parts.
Contact Hestan Customer Service for inquiries or to arrange a service call.
The appliance must be disconnected from the power and gas supply during any service or
maintenance work.
Do not carry or lift the range by the oven handle. The range can only lifted from the sides.
BURN HAZARD - All parts of the range can get very hot during operation. The oven door glass and
areas surrounding the door get very hot, especially during self-cleaning operations. Do not touch
the appliance while in operation. Failure to observe these instructions may result in severe burns
or injury. Use pot holders / gloves to protect yourself when placing food in the oven, adjusting the
racks, etc.
The upper broil element is housed behind a special glass panel, and the lower bake element is hidden
beneath the floor of the oven cavity. The convection element is hidden behind the fan at the rear of
the oven cavity. All these heating elements may be hot, even though they are not glowing. During or
after cooking, allow sufficient time for all surfaces to cool.
Use only dry or heat-resistant pot holders / gloves. Using moist or damp potholders can result in
steam burns. Do not substitute dish towels or similar items for potholders. These items could come
in contact with hot surfaces and ignite.
Avoid wearing loose-fitting garments or long sleeves while cooking. They could ignite. For personal
safety, wear proper apparel while using the appliance. Some synthetic fabrics are highly flammable
and should not be worn while cooking.
Open the oven door slowly to allow heat and steam to escape before placing or removing food from
the oven. Keep your face away from the opening to avoid injury.
For safety considerations, NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room.
Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the oven.
Do not use the oven as a storage space. The high temperatures could also ignite flammable objects
nearby.
NEVER cover any slots, holes, or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with
materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the oven and may cause carbon
monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat, causing a fire hazard. Do not use
aluminum foil to line the surface burners. Doing so may result in a risk of electric shock, or fire.
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, step on, lean against, or sit on any part of the appliance,
especially the oven door. This may result in damage to the appliance, or personal injury.
FIRE SAFETY
To reduce the risk of a fire, do not leave surface burners unattended at high settings. Boil-overs could
smother the flames and igniter, which would allow un-burned gas to escape into the room, which
could result in an explosion.
Always turn on the ventilation hood when cooking. Clean vent hood grease filters frequently grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the fan or filters.
Use the appropriate pan size for the burner being used. For safety considerations, adjust the flame
size so they do not travel up the sides of the pan.
Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable
vapors and liquids. NEVER store flammable liquids and materials in, above, or on the range, or near
cooking surfaces. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air of the appliance.
ALWAYS have a working smoke detector near the kitchen.
ALWAYS have an appropriate dry-chemical fire extinguisher nearby. Smother fire or flames using
the lid of the utensil (pot or pan), a cookie sheet or metal tray. Then shut off the burner. Use an
extinguisher, or baking soda if the fire is small and relatively contained. DO NOT USE WATER ON A
GREASE FIRE. Doing so may result in spreading the fire elsewhere.
NEVER pick up a flaming pan. You may spill the grease on yourself and be severely burned.
If accessible, turn off the ventilation hood during a fire, but do not reach through the flames to do
this.
In the event of personal clothing or hair catching fire, drop and roll immediately to smother the
flames. Seek medical attention if necessary.
Do not hang articles from any part of the appliance or place anything against the oven door. Some
fabrics are highly flammable and could ignite.
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IF THE FLAMES DO NOT GO OUT - EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.
SAFETY DURING CLEANING
Only clean the appliance as directed in the CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the oven or any part of the range. Steam could penetrate into
electrical components and cause a short circuit and/or shock hazard.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, hard objects such as brushes or scrapers, or sharp metal tools to clean
the door glass. Scratches could cause the glass to shatter.
Heavy food debris should be removed before running the self-clean cycle. Remove all oven racks,
broiler pans, utensils, temperature probes, etc. from the oven before self-clean. Removal of the left &
right ladder racks inside should also be done as they will discolor from the intense heat.
Do not rub, disturb or damage the cloth-braided door gasket. If the gasket is damaged, it will need to
be replaced.
Do not pour cold water onto hot surfaces inside the oven. The steam could cause serious burns. The
sudden temperature change could also distort the metal surfaces inside the oven resulting in cracks in
the enamel.
Use only a small toothbrush to clean the burner ports and igniter of the surface burners. Do not
insert sharp objects or scratch the burner ports.
Wait until the appliance is completely cool before using any aerosol-type cleaners. Many of these
cleaners use flammable propellants which could ignite in the presence of heat.
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PROPER USAGE
Do not let food sit in the oven for more than one hour before or after cooking. Doing so may result
in food poisoning or illness.
Do not heat unopened containers (cans) in the oven. Pressure may build up causing the container to
explode, resulting in damage to the oven, or personal injury.
Always place the oven racks at the desired height before cooking. If the racks must be moved when
hot, use potholders to move them and use caution to avoid touching any heating elements.
Only certain types of glass, heatproof glass-ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for use on the surface burners. However, these types of materials may break with
sudden temperature changes. Use only on low or medium heat settings, and according to their
manufacturers’ directions.
Bakeware, such as large casserole pans, cookie sheets, etc. should not be used on the surface burners.
Large griddle plates that span across 2 burners should be used with care and on medium to low flame
settings to avoid a build-up of heat which could distort the grates or the burner bowl.
Always position the handles of pot and pans so they do not extend over adjacent work areas or over
the edge of the rangetop. This is to avoid knocking over hot contents which could burn you, or
result in a fire.
Do not use pots or pans on the griddle (if equipped).
The rating label contains important information about your
Hestan appliance such as the model and serial number, gas type
and manifold pressure, electrical rating, the BTU rating for each
burner type, and the minimum installation clearances.
The rating label is located in one of two places, as shown in the
figures on this page.
If service is necessary, contact Hestan Customer Care with the
model and serial number information shown on the label.
RATING LABEL
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REGULATORY / CODE REQUIREMENTS
Installation of this cooking appliance must be made in accordance with local codes. In the absence
of local codes, this unit should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code
Z223.1/NFPA 54
Handling Code
All Electrical Components must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the
absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code
CSA C22.1
STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS
Massachusetts requires all gas be installed using a plumber or gas fitter carrying the appropriate
Massachusetts license. All permanently installed natural gas or propane installations require a
T-handle type manual gas valve be installed in the gas supply line to this appliance. Flexible gas
connector must not be longer than 48” [1.2 m].
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 - WARNING
WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals including carbon monoxide, which is
known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
BURN HAZARD - To help prevent burns, never remove or reposition the oven racks when the oven is
in operation, or is cooling.
For safety considerations, NEVER cover any slots, holes, or passages in the oven bottom or cover an
entire oven rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the oven
and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat, causing a fire
hazard.
PLACING THE OVEN RACKS
The oven features ladder racks on the left and right side of the oven with 6 positions. Choose
the rack position(s) that result in the best baking, roasting, etc. for your recipe. Rack position #3
(counting from the bottom-up) is the most popular position (vertical center location).
The main oven features racks with full-extension, ball-bearing
slides which require minimal maintenance. The companion oven
(model KRD48) has traditional wire racks.
ALWAYS REMOVE THE LADDER RACKS, OVEN RACKS, AND
ALL OTHER ITEMS FROM THE OVEN DURING THE SELFCLEANING CYCLE.
1
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1. Do not extend the slides - it is easier to install the rack when
NOT extended.
While raising the front of the rack slightly, place the rear
hook onto the desired ladder rack, then slide the small tab
under the ladder as you flatten out the rack.
2. Continue sliding the rack back into the oven.
3. When you reach the front-most hook, slightly lift the rack
again to hook over the ladder.
Move the rack a few times in and out to ensure it is locked
into the ladders and will not detach.
1. While raising the front of the rack
slightly, place the rear lower hooks
under the desired side ladder, then
slide the rack back approximately 5”
[13 cm].
2. Lower the rack until it is level.
3. Continue sliding the rack back into the
oven until it is fully inside.
Ensure the sealed burner heads are properly installed and seated on the burner base as shown below.
There are notches on the burner base and cross ring to help with alignment. The outer burner head
features a long slot on the top of the head which aligns with the spark igniter. Assembly of the
single-flow burner head is similar.
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INNER
BURNER
HEAD
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OUTER
BURNER
HEAD
BEAUTY
RING
CROSS
RING
BURNER
RING
BURNER
HEAD
BURNER
BASE
BURNER
BASE
DUAL FLOW
FIRST TIME OPERATION
Ensure there are no packaging materials inside the oven. Remove any labels or plastic film from the
outside of the appliance. Before using your oven for the first time, it will be necessary to run a bake
cycle to burn off any manufacturing oils and residues from the oven cavity. This may produce a little
smoke and some odor. This is normal and is typical of any new oven when first used. If the smell
is strong, remove persons and animals from the kitchen during this period. Open any windows to
further vent the odor from the room.
SINGLE FLOW
IGNITER
Install all the oven racks. Turn on your vent hood, and run the oven on BAKE at 500°F [260°C] for
1-1/2 hours. Allow to cool completely before attempting to cook.
DUAL-OVEN MODELS
For dual-oven models, perform the same first-time process on the companion oven. This can be done
If the burner head is not properly positioned, one or more of the following issues may occur:
• Flames too high
• Flames shoot out of the burners
• Burners do not ignite
• Flames are uneven
• Burner emits a gas odor
BURN HAZARD - To prevent burns, do not touch the burner heads or cooking grates when hot.
Allow to cool completely. To prevent flare-ups, do not use the burner without all the burner heads in
place and properly positioned. Do not use aluminum foil to line the surface burners. Doing so may
result in a risk of electric shock, or fire.
BURNER GRATES
See image for proper placement
of the burner grates. There are
small round embosses at the
front and rear of the burner
bowl to help align the grates
and keep them in position
relative to one-another.
GRIDDLE PLATE
(GD models)
See image for proper placement of
the Griddle Plate and Grease Tray.
The plate is made of stainless-steel
and requires no seasoning. The
grease tray has a non-stick coating
for easy cleaning.
Always remove the cover before
cooking on your griddle.
Each sealed burner has its own control knob. The symbol below each knob indicates which burner is
controlled by each knob. Push and turn LEFT (counter-clockwise) to HI to ignite the flame, then turn
to the desired flame setting.
BURNER TYPES & OUTPUT
This table below indicates
the type and output of
each sealed burner. Dualflow burners have an inner
and outer row of ports,
with a simmer function.
The single-flow burner
(some models) is similar to
DUAL-FLOW
(FRONT)
HI
LOW
SIMMER HI
SIMMER LOW
a commercial burner and
features very high output,
and a low, but no simmer
function.
DUAL-FLOW
(FRONT)
HI
LOW
SIMMER HI
SIMMER LOW
RE-IGNITION
Each sealed burner has its own electronic spark-ignition module with flame-sensing technology and
automatic re-ignition capability. If any burner should blow out, the igniter automatically re-lights the
burner.
BURNER OUTPUT - NATURAL GAS
OUTPUT
(BTU/hr)
23000
4200
1500
500
DUAL-FLOW
(REAR)
HI
LOW
SIMMER HI
SIMMER LOW
OUTPUT
(BTU/hr)
15500
4200
1500
500
BURNER OUTPUT - PROPANE
OUTPUT
(BTU/hr)
23000
4200
1500
600
DUAL-FLOW
(REAR)
HI
LOW
SIMMER HI
SIMMER LOW
OUTPUT
(BTU/hr)
15500
4200
1500
600
SINGLE
FLOW
MAX
LOW
GRIDDLE
SINGLE
FLOW
MAX
LOW
GRIDDLE15000
OUTPUT
(BTU/hr)
30000
4200
15000
OUTPUT
(BTU/hr)
22000
4200
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Each burner should light in less than 4 seconds. Once lit, the sparking will stop. On very low simmer,
an occasional sparking may occur. This is usually due to a breeze in the room. If an igniter continues
to spark even with a flame present, there could be an electrical wiring issue, or some other problem.
See the TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual for more information.
DO NOT touch the burner or the igniters while sparking is occurring. A shock hazard or burns could
occur.
MANUAL LIGHTING / POWER FAILURE
THE OVEN AND GRIDDLE CANNOT BE USED DURING A POWER FAILURE.
Each sealed burner can be manually lit in the event of a power failure. It is necessary to light each
burner individually.
If a power failure occurs WHILE you are using the sealed burners, turn all the knobs to the OFF
position - then light manually with a match or fireplace lighter.
Position the match or fireplace lighter at the port nearest the igniter, then turn the knob to HI until
the flame is lit. Wait until the flame has lit all the way around the burner before adjusting the knob
to LOW or SIMMER.
IF YOU SMELL GAS, turn all control knobs to OFF - check the precautions listed in the SAFETY
section of this manual.
Proper flame height depends on the size of the pan being used, and the amount of food or liquid
in the pan. In other words, don’t use a small pan over a large flame. For safety reasons, control the
flame height so that it doesn’t go beyond, or curl up the sides of your pot or pan. This behavior
results in poor heating of the contents of the pan, burnt food on the sides of the pan, wasted fuel,
etc.
Use a low or medium flame on items that heat slowly, such as glass-ceramic pots.
FLAME CHARACTERISTICS
Light blue flame - Natural gas normal flame
Light blue flame with yellow tips - LP gas normal flame
Yellow flame - Needs adjustment
If the flame is mostly or completely yellow, check the position of the burner heads again for proper
installation, and/or review the FINAL SETUP section of the installation manual for more details.
HOW TO USE YOUR RANGETOP
DUAL FLOW BURNERS
The benefit of the dual-flow burner is the amount of control and precision the burners give you,
allowing for the best results possible.
Simmer-Low is ideal for heating delicate foods without having the fear of burning, scalding, or
boiling over. Some suggestions include:
• Melting chocolate
• Heating milk or cream
• Melting sugar
• Slow cooking or braising
SINGLE FLOW BURNER (some models)
Ideal Uses:
• Searing
• Boiling water
• Large stock pots – will allow for even heat distribution under larger surface areas
Wok Cooking: We suggest a 14-16 inch [36-41 cm] wok for the best results.
COOKWARE RECOMMENDATIONS
As previously stated on page 7 of the SAFETY PRECAUTIONS section of this manual, bakeware, such
as large casserole pans, cookie sheets, etc. should not be used on the surface burners. Large griddle
plates that span across 2 burners should be used with care and on medium to low flame settings to
avoid a build-up of heat which could distort the grates or the burner bowl.
Large stock pots should be staggered when used on the rangetop (see below).
Do not cook on aluminum foil or thin, disposable aluminum pans. These can melt.
Never let a pot boil dry. If left too long, the pan could melt, or damage the appliance.
Use only high-quality pans with metal handles. Some plastic handles could melt from the intense
heat of the burners.
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USING THE GRIDDLE
GRIDDLE CONTROL KNOB
The griddle provides a temperature range of 120°F - MAX (approx. 500°F) [49 - 260°C]. Push and
turn RIGHT (clockwise) to select the desired temperature for the food you are cooking. A constant
orange glow will be seen at the rear vents of the griddle. This is normal.
To avoid injury DO NOT operate the griddle without the griddle plate and grease tray in place.
Always remove the cover before use.
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CAUTION
The griddle is very hot after use. Allow sufficient time to cool down before cleaning.
DO NOT use metal utensils (pots, pans, etc.) on the griddle plate surface. Be careful not to gouge or
cause deep scratches in the griddle plate surface. DO NOT cut directly on the griddle plate.
FIRST TIME OPERATION
Before using your griddle for the first time, the griddle plate and the grease tray should be cleaned
with warm, soapy water and thoroughly rinsed and dried. When you first heat the plate, a little
smoke and some odor may be present as any remaining manufacturing oils are burned off. The
stainless-steel plate will discolor, from a straw color to a very dark brown or black, depending on
what foods you cook on the surface.
When it comes to using the griddle, there are a few things to keep in mind:
• As time goes on and griddle use increases, discoloration of the griddle plate may happen and is
normal.
• When emptying the grease tray, be sure to pour the grease into a proper container for grease
disposal, not down the drain. Do not scrape with metal utensils.
It will take some practice to get to know how your griddle performs with certain foods. The table
below gives a few recommendations on temperatures.
Read the CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE section of this manual for complete instructions.
NEVER flood the hot griddle plate with cold water. This can permanently warp the plate.
DO NOT clean any part of the griddle in the Self-Clean Cycle of the oven. Do not put your griddle
plate into the dishwasher, as it will damage your appliance.
Wait until the appliance has cooled completely before cleaning.
USING THE OVEN
OVEN FEATURES
The oven in the 30” range, the 36” range, and the main oven of the 48” range have exactly the same
features and capabilities. The 48” range’s companion oven does not have a meat probe, and does not
include the True Convection and Self Clean modes. The companion oven can be used in any of its
modes regardless of the main oven mode, even when the main oven is self-cleaning. Rack suggestions
are shown on the following pages.
TIPS AND TRICKS ON HOW TO USE YOUR OVEN
As you begin to use your Hestan Range, it is important to take the time to become familiar with the
new settings and the performance of this appliance. Previous ranges may have performed differently
than your Hestan – allow some time to adjust.
HOW TO GET THE BEST RESULTS WHEN COOKING IN THE OVEN
• Many recipes give their own rack suggestions, it is best to follow what is suggested by the recipe.
• After a few times of using your new range, you will become more comfortable with rack
placements and temperature settings.
• Avoid opening the oven door while cooking. This will prevent heat from escaping and provide
the best results.
• Make sure to preheat the oven to the cooking temperature given in the recipe.
• When baking with more than one rack, stagger the pans and give them at least 2” of space
between each pan.
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• Remember that different bakeware and pans cook and heat differently.
• Light-colored non-stick pans result in golden crust that is tender.
• Dark-colored non-stick pans result in a more brown, crisp crust.
• Generally, when using any Convection mode, it is suggested to reduce the temperature by 25°F
[14°C], though this does not apply to all recipes or meats and poultry.
RACK POSITION / BEFORE BAKING
Rack positions depend on the food items you are baking or roasting. Follow the instructions , or your
best experience, on which rack position is best to use for a given recipe.
Not all oven racks need to be kept in the oven. If you find you only need one or two racks most of
the time, remove the extra rack and store in a convenient location should it be needed later.
ALWAYS place the oven racks at the desired height before cooking. If the racks must be moved
when hot, use potholders to move them and use caution to avoid touching any heating elements.
Minimize opening the oven door by using the oven light.
QUICK GUIDE FOR RACK POSITIONS / USES
Choose the rack position(s) that result in the best baking, roasting, etc. for your recipe. Rack position
#3 (counting from the bottom-up) is the most popular position (vertical center location).
OVEN MODESUGGESTED RACK POSITIONSUSES
PROOFAnyBest for allowing bread dough to rise.
SELF-CLEANN/AHigh-Temperature cleaning cycle, allowing
food debris to burn off.
TRUE
CONVECTION
BAKECenter rack #3Best for baked items. Single-rack cooking or
CONVECTION
BAKE
ROASTCenter rack #3Roast less tender cuts of meat such as beef
CONVECTION
ROAST
BROILRack #5 for steaks, hamburgers,
CONVECTION
BROIL
Single Rack: #3
Two Racks: #3 & #5
Multiple Racks: #1 #3 & #5
Single Rack: #3
Two Racks: #3 & #5
Center rack #3This mode allows for a crisp outside and
etc. 1” (2.5cm) and under.
Rack #4 for steaks, hamburgers,
etc. thicker than 1” [2.5 cm].
Rack #5 for steaks, hamburgers,
etc. 1” (2.5cm) and under.
Rack #4 for steaks, hamburgers,
etc. thicker than 1” [2.5 cm]
Using air movement produced by the
convection fan, this allows for multi-rack
cooking.
baking. This is the standard mode for most
recipes.
During this mode, a fan in the back of the
oven helps air move evenly throughout,
allowing for even baking and cooking.
roast. Also good for stews that have to be
covered.
a tender and juicy interior on poultry and
meats. Ideal for roasting tender cuts of beef
lamb poultry.
Broiling meats, fish, and poultry pieces.
Direct heat from above only. Pre-heat broil
for 3-4 minutes before starting cooking.
Shortens broiling times for thicker cut of
meat, fish, poultry. Pre-heat broil for 3-4
minutes before starting cooking.
Many recipes call for a pre-heated oven. Refer to your recipe for instructions. Pre-heating time
depends on the Mode and Temperature selected, as well as the number of racks inside the oven.
RACK POSITIONS / USES FOR COMPANION OVEN
The companion oven of the 48” range has the same capabilities as the main oven, with the exception
of True-Convection and Self-Clean. The rack position recommendations on the previous page are the
same for the companion oven. However, cooking times will probably be different due to the small
oven cavity.
APPROPRIATE BAKEWARE / PLACEMENT
Bakeware suitable for use in your Hestan oven
are metal, heat-proof glass (Pyrex®), glassceramic, earthenware pottery, etc. Cookie
sheets / jelly roll pans with a small lip are also
suitable. Thicker sheets or double-sided sheets
may increase baking times.
Stagger multiple cake pans as shown here.
Leave approximately 2” [5 cm] space between
all pans and oven walls to allow for hot air
circulation inside the oven.
MEAT PROBE
The meat probe only works in the following
modes: Bake, Convection Bake, Roast,
Convection Roast, True Convection.
The probe measures between
115 - 185°F [46 - 85°C].
In the 36” oven, the probe inserts into a jack
on the upper LEFT side of the oven cavity.
In the 30” oven (KRD30, main oven of
KRD48), the probe inserts into a jack on the
upper RIGHT side of the oven cavity.
To avoid damaging the probe, do not insert it
into frozen meats, or try to force it into your
food. The probe should not touch any part
of the cooking vessel or the oven. For best
results with most meats, the probe should be
inserted into the thickest portion of the meat.
Ensure the probe tip does not touch bone or
fat to get the most accurate internal temperature
readings. For poultry, the probe should be inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, or breast.
Use only the probe shipped with the appliance. Use only genuine Hestan spare parts if you need a
replacement.
When the probe temperature reaches the set temperature, the cooking mode will stop and the oven
will shut off. An audible alert will sound a total of 3 times at 1 minute intervals, or until the user
cancels the alert and is prompted to turn both control knobs to OFF.
The following pages will help you with the various oven controls. Your recipe will guide you on
which cooking modes are best. However, food safety (handling, cooking, storage) is very important
in preventing food-borne illness. The table below are recommendations to keep you and your family
safe.
When inactive, the display will be dark. Turning any
control knob, or touching anywhere on the screen for
2 or more seconds will activate the display. After more
than 1 minute of inactivity, the display will go dark
again.
Turning the Oven Temperature knob will prompt you
select a cooking mode with the Mode Select knob.
In the example below, the Mode Select knob has been
turned to the True Convection function. The clock time
is displayed, as well as the Menu icon on the left. The
Oven Temperature knob has been set to 350°F which
also displayed.
DISPLAY MENUS
Selecting the Menu button shows a list of menu items
and options.
1. Activate the display by touching and holding
for 2 or more seconds. At first power-up, or
after a power failure, the display will flash
00:00. Press the Menu icon.
2. Touch the CLOCK button.
3. Touch the 12 HR or 24 HR button, then
touch ENTER to set.
6. Touch the AM or PM, then touch ENTER to
set.
7. The clock now displays the correct time.
NOTES:
a. During timed cooking, probe cooking,
and Sabbath mode, the clock time is not
displayed.
b. 48” Range has clock on Main Oven display.
only.
EN
4. Touch the UP and DOWN arrows to set the
correct hour, then touch HOUR to set.
5. Touch the UP and DOWN arrows to set the
correct minutes, then touch MINUTE to set.
3. Touch the UP and DOWN arrows to set
the desired amount of hours, then touch
HOUR to set.
6. The display will remain on until the time
has expired and there is an audible alert.
The alert will sound a total of 3 times at 1
minute intervals, or until the user touches
the CANCEL button.
7. After the audible alerts, or after the user
touches CANCEL, the display will revert
back to the default screen.
4. Touch the UP and DOWN arrows to set
the desired amount of minutes, then touch
MINUTE to set.
5. The timer has been set and displays the
amount of time remaining. The timer
counts down in 1 minute increments.
NOTES:
a. The timer is not associated with any oven
mode or function.
b. The timer is used solely as a count-down
timer, mainly as an aid to rangetop cooking
activity.
c. The timer counts down in one minute
intervals.
d. The maximum timer setting is 23 hour & 59
minutes.
e. The companion oven also has a timer. It
is independent and works the same as the
main oven timer.