What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don¡¯t follow
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CAUTION
instructions.
Minor injury or property damage can result if you don’t follow
instructions.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions explicitly.
Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Make sure the range is plugged into an earth grounded
electrical outlet to prevent electric shock. An outlet equipped
with a Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) is highly recommended.
Call the service center for help. see page 40
Note
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them explicitly.
Do not discard this manual. Please keep it in a safe place for future reference
To prevent accidental tipping of the range, attach an approved and packed
anti-tip device to the floor. (See Install the Anti-Tip Device on page 31 in this
manual.) check for proper installation by carefully tipping the range forward.
The anti-tip device should engage and prevent the range from tipping over.
If the range is pulled out away from the wall for any reason, make sure the antitip device is reengaged after the range has been pushed back into place.
Never completely get rid of the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to
the anti-tip device properly.
Follow the installation instructions found on page 32 of this manual. Failure to
follow these instructions can result in death, serious personal injury, and / or
property damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
Follow basic precautions when installing and using this range to reduce the risk
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of fire, electrical shock, injury, or death to persons, including:
Installation and Service
This range must be properly installed and located in accordance with the
installation instructions before it is used.
Professional installation is strongly recommended.
Due to the size and weight of the range, it is highly recommended that two or
more people move or install this appliance.
All ranges can tip over and cause severe injuries. Install the anti-tip device
packed with this range following the instructions found on page 32 in this
manual.
Never try to repair or replace this appliance on your own unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. This appliance should be serviced only by a
qualified service technician.
Know the location of the gas shut-o valve and how to shut it o if necessary.
Properly remove or destroy the packaging materials after the appliance is
unpacked.
Do not store any object of interest to children on the cooktop or backguard
of the range. Children climbing on the range to reach items could be killed or
seriously injured.
Keep children away from the door when opening or closing it as they may
bump themselves on the door or catch their fingers in the door.
Keep all packaging materials out of reach of children. Failure to dispose of
plastic bags could result in suocation.
Do not leave children alone or unattended in an area where a range is in use.
They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of a range.
Teach children not to touch or play with the controls or any part of the range.
Do not leave the oven door open. An opened door could entice children to
hang on the door or crawl inside the oven. It is recommended to utilize the
control / door lockout feature to reduce the risk of mis-use from children.
Before disposing of the range, cut o the power cord to prevent it being
connected to a power source. Remove the door to prevent children and
animals from getting trapped.
Fire
Do not touch oven burners, drawer burners, or interior surfaces of the oven.
Cooking surfaces, grates, cooktop burners and caps, as well as oven walls
may be hot even though they are dark in color. Interior oven surfaces can
become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch or let
clothing or other flammable materials contact oven burners, drawer burners, or
interior surfaces of the oven until they have had sucient time to cool.
Never use your range for warming or heating a room. Doing so could result in
carbon monoxide poisoning and/or overheating of the oven.
Loose-fitting or hanging garments should not be worn while using this
appliance.
DO NOT STORE OR USE combustible materials, gasoline, or other flammable
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this appliance. See “WHAT TO DO IF YOU
SMELL GAS” under the Gas Warnings.
Do not use water on a grease fire. Water might cause a grease fire to explode,
spreading the fire and creating a larger fire and health hazard. Turn o heat
source and smother with tight-fitting lid or use a multipurpose dry chemical or
foam-type fire extinguisher.
Never leave surface units unattended at high heat settings. Boilovers cause
smoking, and greasy spillovers could ignite.
Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks. Use a soapy water mixture around
the area you are checking instead.
Do not place portable appliances, or any other object other than cookware. on
the cooktop. Damage or fire could occur if cooktop is hot.
Do not attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, or
has missing or broken parts.
Never place plastic, paper, or other items that could melt or burn near the oven
vents or any of the surface burners.
If the self-clean mode malfunctions, turn the oven o and disconnect the power
supply. Refer to page 77 and 78 in the User Manual to contact a qualified
service technician.
Steam and Vapors
Use care when opening the oven door. Let hot air or steam escape before
removing or placing food in a hot oven.
Use only dry pot holders. Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may
result in burns from steam.
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
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result, causing death, personal injury, or property damage.
1. DO NOT light a match, candle, or cigarette.
2. DO NOT turn on any gas or electric appliances.
3. DO NOT touch any electrical switches.
4. DO NOT use any phone in your building.
5. Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.
6. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
7. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Read instructions completely and carefully.
Installation of this range must conform with local codes or, in the absence of
local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA.54, latest
edition. In Canada, installation must conform with the current Natural Gas
Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1, or the current Propane Installation Code,
CAN/CGA-B149.2, and with local codes where applicable. This range has
been design-certified by ETL according to ANSI Z21.1, latest edition, and
Canadian Gas Association according to CAN/CGA-1.1, latest edition.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service
agency, or gas supplier.
Have the installer show you the location of the gas shut-o valve and how to
shut it o.
Always use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance. Never
reuse old flexible connectors. The use of old flexible connectors can cause gas
leaks and personal injury.
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.
Never block the oven vents (air openings). They provide the air inlet and
exhaust that are necessary for the oven to operate properly with correct
combustion.
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the
Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to
cause birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to
warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances,
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namely, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by the
incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted burners,
indicated by a bluish rather than yellow flame, will minimize incomplete
combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with
an open window or by using a ventilation fan or hood.
IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF
MASSACHUSETTS
This product must be installed by a qualified plumber or gas fitter by the State
of Massachusetts.
When using ball-type gas shut-o valves, they shall be the T-handle type.
Multiple flexible gas lines must not be connected in series.
Comply with the following electrical instructions and requirements to avoid
death, personal injury from electric shock, and/or property damage from fire:
1. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
2. DO NOT remove ground prong.
3. DO NOT use an adapter.
4. NEVER use an extension cord.
Use a dedicated 120-volt, 60-Hz, 20-amp, AC, fused electrical circuit for this
appliance. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. DO NOT plug
more than one appliance in this circuit.
The range is supplied with a 3-prong grounded plug. This cord MUST be
plugged into a mating, grounded 3-prong outlet that meets all local codes and
ordinances. If you are unsure your electrical outlet is properly grounded, have it
checked by a licensed electrician.
If codes permit the use of a separate ground wire, it is recommended that a
qualified electrician determine the proper path for this ground wire.
Electrical service to the range must conform to local codes. Barring local
codes, it should meet the latest ANSI/NFPA No. 70 – Latest Revision (for the
U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 – Latest Revisions.
It is the personal responsibility of the appliance owner to provide the correct
electrical service for this appliance.
NEVER connect ground wire to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water
pipes.
DO NOT modify the plug provided with the appliance.
This appliance must be Earth grounded. In the event of a malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a
path for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a
grounding plug. The plug must be firmly plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with the local codes and ordinances.
Improper connection of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric
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shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you have any doubt the appliance is
properly grounded.
NEVER modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the
existing outlet, have a qualified electrician install a proper outlet.
INSTALLATION WARNINGS
Have your range installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer, in
accordance with the grounding instructions on page 25. Any adjustment and
service should be performed only by qualified gas range installers or service
technicians.
Be sure your range is correctly installed and adjusted by a qualified service
technician or installer for the type of gas (natural or LP) that is to be used. To
utilize LP fuel source, the 5 surface burner orifices, 2 oven orifices must be
exchanged with the provided LP orifice set, and the GPR adapter must be
reversed.
These adjustments must be made by a qualified service technician
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in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and all codes and
requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow these
instructions could result in serious injury or property damage. The qualified
agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion.
Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is
specifically recommended in this manual. All other service should be referred to
a qualified technician.
This appliance must be properly grounded. Plug your range into a 120volt grounded outlet that is only used for this appliance. Do not remove the
grounding (third) prong from the plug. Firmly plug the power cord into the wall
outlet. If you are not sure your electrical outlet is grounded, it is your personal
responsibility and obligation to have a properly grounded, three-prong outlet
installed in accordance with local and national codes. Do not use a damaged
power plug or loose wall outlet. Do not use an extension cord with this
appliance. In addition, do not use an adapter or otherwise defeat the grounding
plug. If you do not have a proper outlet or have any doubt, consult a licensed
electrician.
Locate the range out of kitchen trac paths and drafty locations to prevent
poor air circulation.
This appliance should be positioned in such a way that the power plug is
accessible.
Do not install in an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather
conditions.
Remove all packaging materials from the range before operating it. These
materials can ignite, causing smoke and/or fire damage.
Install this appliance on a level and hard floor that can support its weight.
Synthetic flooring, like linoleum, must withstand 180 °F (82 °C) temperatures
without shrinking, warping, or discoloring. Never install the range directly
over interior kitchen carpeting unless a sheet of 0.25-inch plywood or similar
insulator is placed between the range and carpeting.
Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They provide the air inlet and
exhaust necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion.
Air openings are located behind the range, under the oven control panel, at
the top and bottom of the oven door, and under the lower warming or storage
drawer.
Large scratches or impacts on door glass can cause the glass to break or
shatter.
Make sure the wall coverings around the range can withstand heat, up to 200
°F (93 °C), generated by the range.
Avoid placing cabinets above the range. This reduces the hazard caused by
reaching over the open flames of operating burners.
If cabinets are placed above the range, allow a minimum clearance of 40
in (102 cm) between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected
cabinets.
Install a ventilation hood or an externally vented Over The Range Microwave
Oven over the range cooktop that is as wide as the range, centered over the
range, and projects forward beyond the front of the cabinets. See page 21 in
this manual.
Remove all tape and packaging. Make sure the burners are properly seated
and level.
Remove any accessories from the oven and/or lower drawer.
Check to make sure no range parts have come loose during shipping.
Seal any openings in the wall behind the appliance and in the floor under the
appliance after the gas supply line is installed.