Sears 61021, 71171, 61121, 71078, 71178 Owner's Manual
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Model Numbers:
61021 7B768
61028 72h91
6112_ 72201
61R28 72761
71071 72765
71078 72768
7J17D 75191
71178 75198
7J67J 75201
7_1675 75205
71678 75206
71761 75208
Safety Instructions
Anti-Tip Device 2, 3, 3I, 39
important Safety Instructions 2-6
Care & Haintenance
Before You Call for Service 40, 41
Care and Cleaning 22-28
Consumer Services 42, 44
Repair Services 42
Thermostat Adjustment 17
Warranty 43
Installation Instructions
Air Adjustment 36, 38
And-Tip Device 31,39
Connect the Range to Gas 32-34
Dimensions & Clearances 29
Electrical Connections 34, 35
LP 39
Operation
Features of Your Range 7
Baking I5, 16
Broiling/Broiling Guide 20, 2 I
Clod< and Timer 12
Roasting, Roasting Guide 18, 19
Surface Cooking 8-10
Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules
and Operating
Instructions
Before First Use
of This Appliance.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, UL60 a79 U.S.A.
[83DSS_0P048
51_424I
487 CG
Pdrlted in _e United 5rat_._
ll portant Safety instructions
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTaCE
WAR_NG: If the information in this manual
is not followed exactly, a tire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal
injury 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
o 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 suppliers
instructions.
=If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
wInstalladon and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
"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 cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn
customers of potential exposure to such substances
Gas appliances cause minor exposure to four of
these suhstances, namely benzene, carbon
monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primaril
by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LF
fuels. Properlyadjusted burners, indicated by a blu
rather than a yellow flame, will minimize incomple
combustion. Exposure to these substances can be
minimized further by venting with an open windo_
or using a ventilation fan or hood.
o Fluorescent light bulbs and safety valves on
standing pilot ranges contain mercury. If your
model has these features, they must be recycled
according to local, state and federal codes.
WhenYou GetYour Range
_k WARNING
. ALL RANGES CAN TIP
° INJURY TO PERSONS
COULD RESULT
INSTALL ANTI-TIP
DEVICES PACKED
WITH RANGE
SEE INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
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Have the instal_Jer show you the
location of the range gas shut-off
valve and how to shut it off ff
lxect_ssary,
Have your range installed and
properly grounded by a qualified
installer in accordance with the
Installation Instructions. Any
adjustment and service should be
performed only by qualified gas
range installers or service technicians.
Plug your range (electric ignition =models only)
into a 120-volt grounded oudet only_ Donor remo_
the round grounding prong from the plug!If in douk
about the grounding of the home electrical system, i
is your personal responsibility and obligation to hay,
an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly
grounded, three-prong outlet in accordance with th_
National Electrical Code. In Canada, the appliance
must be electrically grounded in accordance with th.
Canadian Electrical Code. Do not use an extension
cord with this appliance.
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o Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
your range unless it is specifically recommended
in this manual. All other servicing should be
referred to a qualified technician.
o Be sure all paddng materials are removed from
the range before operating it to prevent fire or
smoke damage, should the pacldng material ignite.
o Locate the range out of Idtchen traffic path arid
out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outage
(on models with standing pilots) and poor air
circulation.
o After prolonged use of a range, high floor
temperatures may result and many floor coverings
will not withstand tiffs Idnd of use. Never install
the range over vinyl tile or linoleum that cannot
withstand such type of use. Never install it directly
over interior kitchen carpeting.
o Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a
qualified service technician or installer for the
type of gas (natural or LP), that is to be used.
Your range can be converted for use with either type
of gas. See the Installation Instructions.
WARNING: These adjustments must be made by a
qualified service technician in accordance with the
manufacturer's 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.
Using Your Range
o Do not leave children
alone or unattended
where a range is hot or
in operation. They could
be seriously burned.
o Do not allow anyone to
climb, stand or hang on
the door, storage or
broiler drawer (on some models) or cooktop. They
could damage the range and even tip it over, causing
severe personal injury.
o Let the burner grates and other surfaces cool
before touching them or leaving them where
children can reach them.
° CAUTION: ITEMS OF
INTEREST TO CHILDREN
SHOULD NOT BE STORED
IN CABINETS ABOVE A
RANGE OR ON THE
BACKSPLASH OF A
RANGE.--CHILDREN
CHMBING ON THE
RANGE TO REACH ITEMS
COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED.
axWARNING---
All ranges can tip and injury could
result. To prevent accidental
tipping of the range, attach it to the
wall and floor by installing the Anti-
Tip device supplied.
To check if the device is installed and
engaged properly, carefully tip the
range forward. The Anti-Tip device
should engage and prevent the range
from tipping over.
If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason,
make sure the device is properly engaged when you push
the range back against the wall. If it is not, there is a
possible risk of the range tipping over and causing injury
if you or a child stand, sit or lean on an open door.
Please refer to the Anti-Tip device information in this
manua!. Failure to tal<e this precaution could result in
tipping of the range and injury.
o Never wear loose fitting .:" "::-'.,"
or hanging garments s_ :. '-:
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while using the
appliance. Be careful
when reaching for items
stored in cabinets over
the cooktop. Flamrnable
material could be ignited if brought in contact with
flames or hot oven surfaces and may cause severe burns.
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Impo ant Safe-/instructions ( o0 00 d)
e Do not use water on grease
fires. Never pick up a
flaming pan. "_arn the
controls off. Smother a
flaming pan on a surface unit
by covering the pan
completely with a well-fitting
lid, coolde sheet or flat tray.
Use a multi-purpose dry
chemical or foam-type fire
extinguisher.
Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by
covering it with baking soda or, if available, by using
a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire
extinguisher.
Flame in the oven can be smothered completely
by closing the oven door and turning the oven off or
by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type
fire extinguisher.
" Do not store flammable ...../"': "'-.7..:;
materials in an oven, .
range broiler or storage
drawer, or near the
cooktop.
• Do not store or use
combustible materials, gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
o Do not let cooking grease or other flammable
materials accumulate in or near the range.
o When cooking pork, follow the directions exactly
and always cook the meat to an internal temperature
of at least 170°E (77°C.). This assures that, in the
remote possibility that trichina may be present in the
meat, it will be killed and the meat wil! be safe to eat.
o For your safety, never use ........
your appliance for
warming or heating the
room.
Surface Cooking
• Always use the LIFE position (on models with
electric ignition) or the HI position (on models
with standing pilots) when igniting the top
burners and make sure the burners have ignited.
o Never leave the surface burners unattended at
high flame settings. Boilovers cause smoldng and
greasy spillovers that may catch on fire.
o Adjust the top burner flame size so it does not
extend beyond the edge of the cookware. Excessive
flame is hazardous.
Use only dry pot holders--moist or damp pot
holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from
steam.
o Do not let pot holders come near open flames
when lifting coolcware. Do not use a towel or other
bulky cloth in place of a pot holder.
o To minimize the possibility of bums, ignition of
flammable materials and spillage, turn coolcware
handles toward the side or back of the range without
letting them extend over adjacent burners.
o Always turn the surface burners to OFF before
removing cookware.
- Carefully watch foods being fried at a high flame
setting.
" Never block the vents (air openings) of the range.
They provide the air inlet and outlet that are
necessary" for the range to operate properly with
correct combustion. Air openings are located in the
following places:
--Oven vent at the rear of the cooktop.
--Air intake under the broiler drawer.
BAr vent at the top of the oven door.
o Do not use a wok on models with sealed burners
if the wok has a round metal ring that is placed
over the burner grate to support the wok.. This
ring acts as a heat trap, which may damage the
burner grate and burner head. Also, it may cause the
burner to work improperly. This may cause a carbon
monoxide level above that allowed by current
standards, resulting in a health hazard.
o Foods for frying should be as dry as possible.
Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can
cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan.
o Use the least possible amount of fat for effective
shallow or deep fat frying. Filling the pan too full
of fat can cause spillovers when food is added.
o If a combination of oils or fats will be used in
frying, stir together before heating or as fats melt
slowly.
o Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats.
o Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to
prevent overheating fat beyond the smoldng point.
o Never try to move a pan of hot fat, especially a
deep fat fryer. Wait until the fat is cool.
o When using glass cookware, make sure it is
designed for top-of-range cooldng.
Use proper pan size. Avoid pans that are unstable or
easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms
large enough to properIy contain food and avoid
boilovers and spillovers and large enough to cover
burner grates. This will both save cleaning time and
prevent hazardous accumulations of food, since heavy
spattering or spillovers left on the range can ignite.
Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and
will remain cool.
o Keep all plastics away
from the top burners.
o Do not leave plastic
items on the cooktop--
they may melt if left too
close to the vent.
Vent appearance and Iocation vary.
Do not leave any items on the cooktop. The hot
air from the vent may ignite flammable items and
will increase pressure in closed containers, which may
cause them to burst.
° To avoid the possibility of a burn, always be
certain that the controls for all burners are at the
OFF position and all grates are cool before
attempting to remove them.
o When flaming foods are under the hood, nLrn the
fan off. The fan, ff operating, may spread the flames.
o If the range is located near a window, do not hang
long curtains that could blow over the top burners
and create a fire hazard.
• When a pilot goes out (on models with standing
pilots), you will detect a faint odor of gas as your
signal to relight the pilot. When relighting the pilot,
make sure the burner controls are in the OFF
position, and follow instructions in the Installation
Instructions to relight.
o If you smell gas, and you have already made sure the
pilots are lit (on models with standing pilots), turn
off the gas to the range and call a qualified service
technician. Never use an open flame to locate a leak.
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Baking, Broiling and Roasting
° Do not use the oven for a storage area. Items
stored in the oven can ignite.
• Stand away from the range when opening the
door of a hot oven. The hot air and steam that
escape can cause burns to hands, face and eyes.
o Keep the oven free from grease buildup.
o Place the oven shelves in the desired position
while the oven is cool.
=Pulling out the sheff to the shelf-stop is a
convenience in lifting heavy foods. It is also a
precaution against burns from touching hot
surfaces of the door or oven walls. The lowest
position (R) is not designed to slide.
o Do not heat unopened food containers. Pressure
could build up and the container could burst,
causing an injury.
a Do not use aluminum foil anywhere in the oven
except as described in dais manual. Misuse could
result in a fire hazard or damage to the range.
• Never use aluminum foil to line the oven bottom.
Improper use of foil could start a fire.
=When using cooldng or roasting bags in the oven,
follow the manufacturer's directions.
= Use only glass cookware that is recommended for
use in gas ovens.
° Always remove broiler pan from the oven or the
broiler compartment as soon as you finish broiling.
Grease left in the pan can catch on fire if oven is used
without removing the grease from the broiler pan.
=When broiling, ff meat is too close to the flame,
the fat may ignite. Trim excess fat to prevent
excessive flare-ups.
• Make sure the broiler pan is in place correctly to
reduce the possibility of grease flares.
o If you should have a grease fire in the broiler pan,
turn the oven off and keep the broiler compartment
door closed to contain fire until it burns out.
CleaningYour Range
• Clean only parts listed in this Use and
Care Manual.
o Keep the range clean and free of accumulations o_
grease or spillovers, which may ignite.
o Be careful when you dean the cooktop because
the area over the pilot will be hot (for standing
pilot models).
o For continuous dean models, do not use oven
cleaners on any of the continuous cleaning
surfaces. Continuous cleaning surfaces can be
identified by their rough surface finish.
Features of Your Range
NOTEE: Not all models have all features. Appearance of features varies.
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Feature Index See Page
1 Broiler Compartment 3, 4, 6, 20,
21, 27, 38
2 Model and Serial Numbers
On front frame of range, behind
broiler compartment, storage
drawer or Idck panel.
3 Anti-Tip Device
4 Oven Bottom
5 Oven Shelves Easily removed
or repositioned on shelf supports.
6 Oven interior Light
(on some models)
7 Oven Light Switch (on some models)
8 Surface Burners, Drip Pans
(on some models), and Grates
9 Oven *Vent (location varies)
2,3,31,39
27
6, 14-16,
18, 21, 25
I3, 25
13
4, 5, 8-10,
22-24, 36, 37
5, 14,25
Feature Index See Page
10 Clock and Timer 11
(on some models)
11 Lift-Up Cooktop 24
(on models with standard twin burners)
I2 Surface Burner Control I(_obs 4, 9, 10, 25
13 OVEN TEMP KJrmb 13, 15,
17-20, 25
14 Oven Shelf Supports 13-15, 18
15 Lift-Off Oven Door 3, 20, 26
16 Installation Clearances Label
17 Air Intake (under storage or broiler 25
drawer or kick panel)
18 Broiler Pan and Grid 6, 18, 20,
21, 25
Air Vents 5, 14, 25
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Surface Cooking
Lighting Rnstructions for
Standing Pilot Models
The surface burners on these
ranges have standing pilots
that must be lit initially. To
light them:
1. Be sure the surface
burner control lmobs are
in the OFF position.
2. Remove the grates and lift the cooktop up (see the
Lift-Up Cooktop section).
3. Locate the two pilot ports and light each of them
with a match.
NOTE: If the pilot is too high or low, you can adjust it.
See the Adjust the Surface Burner Pilots If Necessary
section of the Installation Instructions.
4. Lower the cooktop. Your surface burners are now
ready for use.
5. Observe the lighted burners. Compare the flames to
pictures in the Problem Solver. If any flame is
unsatisfactory, call for service.
Lighting Unstructions for
Electric Ignition Models
Your surface burners are lighted by electric ignition,
eliminating the need for standing pilot lights with
constantly burning flames.
In case of a power failure, you can light the surface
burners on your range with a match. Hold a lighted
match to the burner, then turn the knob to the LITE
position. Use extreme caution when lighting burners
this way.
Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure
occurs will continue to operate normally.
The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed. When
one burner is turned to LITE, all the burners
spark. Do not attempt to disassemble or clean
around any burner while another burner is on. An
electric shock may result, -which could cause you to
tmock over hot cooltware.
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Surface Burner Controls
The knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are
marked as to which burners they control.
The two knobs on the left control the left front and
left rear burners. The two knobs on the right control
the right front and right rear burners.
On ranges with sealed burners:
* The smaller burner (right rear position) will give
the best simmer results, it offers precise cooldng
performance for delicate foods, such as sauces
or foods which need to cook over low heat for a
long time. It can be turned down to a very low
simmer setting.
* The right front burner is higher powered than
the others and will bring liquids to a boil quicker
(natural gas installations only).
o On some models, the burners are all the same
size and power.
Before Lighting a Burner
* If drip pans are supplied with your range, they
should be used at all times.
* Make sure all grates on the range are in place before
using a burner.
To Light a Surface Burner
Hectric Ignition Models:
Push the control lmob in and
turn it to LITE, Youwi!l hear
a little "clicking" noise--the
sound of the electricspark
igniting the burner.
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Standing Pilot Models:
Push the control knob in and turn it to HI position.
The burner should light within a few seconds.
After the burner ignites, turn the lmob to adjust the
flame size.
Flame will he almost horizontal and will lift slightly
away from the burner when the burner is first
turned on. A blowing sound may be heard the first
few seconds. This normal sound is due to improved
injection of gas and air into the burner. Put a pan on
the burner before lighting it, or adjust the flame to
match pan size as soon as it lights, and the blowing
sound will stop.
After Lighting a Burner
* After the burner ignites, turn the knob to adjust
the flame.
* Check to be sure the burner you turned on is the one
yOU wa.nt tO use.
" Do not operate a burner for an extended period of
time without coolcware on the grate. The finish on the
grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.
" Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you
place your hand, a pot holder, cleaning cloths or
other materials on them.
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Cooking (continued)
How to Select Flame Size
Watch the flame, not the tmob, as you reduce heat.
The flame size on a gas burner should match the
cookware you are using.
FOR SAFE HANDLING OF ..........
COOK_7AR_ NEVER LET
THE FLAME EXTEND UP
THE SIDES OF THE
COOKWAR.E. Any flame larger than the bottom of the
cook-ware is wasted and only ser'¢es to heat the handle.
Top-of-Range Cookware
Alumimtm: Medium-weight coolcware is
recommended because it heats quickly and evenly.
Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet. Use
saucepans with tight-fitting lids when cooking with
minimum amounts of water.
Cast-Iron: If heated slowly, most stdllets will give
satisfactory results.
Enamelware: Under some conditions, the enamel of
some coolcware may melt. Follow cookware
manufacturer's recommendations for cooldng methods.
Glass: There are two types of glass cookware--those
for oven use only and those for top-of-range cootdng
(saucepans, coffee and teapots). Glass conducts heat
very slowly.
Heatproof Glass Ceramic: Can be used for either
surface or oven cooldng. It conducts heat very slowly
and cools very slowly. Check coolcware manufacturer's
directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges.
Stainless Steel: This metal alone has poor heating
properties and is usually combined with copper,
aluminum or other metals for improved heat
distribution. Combination metal stdllets usually work
satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat as the
manufacturer recommends.
Wok This Way
(on models with sealed burners)
We recommend that you use
a flat-bottomed wok. They
are available at your local
retail store.
A traditional round bottom wok can be used with
Wok Holder accessory, model JXWK which can be
ordered from your appliance dealer. The Wok Holder
fits on top of the range grate to provide support and
proper air circulation for traditional round bottom
woks only. Do not use flat bottomed woks with the
Wok Holder.
Do not use a wok on any ..... ,,_
other support ring. Placing
the ring over the burner
grate may cause the burner
to ,#corkimproperly, ,_!iiiy:_' ::_ii:ii[
resulting in carbon
monoxide levels above allowable current standards.
This could be dangerous to your health. Do not try to
use such woks without the ring unless you are using
the Wok Holder. You could be seriously burned if the
wok tipped over.
Stove Top Grills
(on models with sealed burners)
Do not use stove top grills on
your sealed gas burners. If you
use the stove top grill on the
sealed gas burner it will cause
incomplete combustion and _:i!:_!_'
can result in exposure to
carbon monoxide levels above allowable current
standards. This can be hazardous to your health.
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CHock and mer on o emod0 /
(appearance may va_)
Follow the directions below if your range has the clock
and timer shown above. You have the choice of having
the timer show the time counting down or the time of
day. In either case, the timer will signal at the end of
the timer period to alert you that the time is up.
To Set the Clock
NOTE: When you first plug in the range or after a
power failure, the entire Clock/Timer display will
light up.
1. Press the CLOCK pad.
2. Press and hold the UP or DOWN pad and the time
of day will change 10 minutes at a time. To change
the time by single minutes, give the pads short taps.
3. Press the CLOCK pad to start the clock.
To Set the Timer
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2.
.
Press the TIMER ON/OFF pad.
Use the UP and DOWN pads to set the timer,
Short taps on the LIP or DOWN pad change the
timer's setting one minute at a time. Pressing and
continuing to hold the UP pad increases the setting
ten minutes at a time.
Once you have set your timer, press the TIMER
ON/OFF pad to start timing. As the timer counts
down a signal ,will indicate -when one minute is left,
After this signal, the display will count down in
seconds. When time runs out, a final signal will sound.
Press the TIMER ON/OFF pad to stop the signal,
To Change or Cancel the Timer Setting
When the timer is counting down, use the UP and
DOWN pads to change the remaining time, or press
the TIMER ON/OFF pad to stop the timer. The timer
cannot be cancelled unless you have fully completed
"set timer" instructions above.
To Display the Clocl¢While
the Timer Is Operating
Pressing the CLOCK pad ,while the timer is operating
will not interfere with the timers operation; the display
,will change to show the clock, but the timer will continue
to count down and will still signal when time is up.
Press the TIMER ON!OFF pad again to change the
display back to show the timer,
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UsingYour Oven
Before Using Your Oven
Be sure you understand how to set the control
properly. Practice removing and replacing the shelves
while the oven is cool. Read the information and tips
on the following pages. Keep this manual handy where
you can refer to it, especially during the first weeks of
using your new range.
Lighting Unstructions for
Standing Pilot Hodeis
Some models have standing oven pilots that must be
lit initially.
To light the oven pilot:
1. Be sure the OVEN TEMP knob is in the
OFF position.
2. Open the broiler drawer and remove the broiler
pan and grid. This "will make it easier for you to
reach inside the broiler compartment.
3. Find the oven pilot port at
the back of the broiler
compartment. The long
tube, running from front
to back, is the oven
burner. The pilot port is
at the back, about one
inch below the burner.
4. Using a long match or
match holder, reach in
and light the oven pilot.
° To light the oven burner, turn the OVEN TEMP
knob to the desired temperature. The burner should
light within 60 seconds.
° Proper flame configuration: While using the oven
burner, visually check the burner flame in the broiler
compartment. If flame does not burn as described in
the Installation section of this manual, adjust the
flame following the directions on those pages.
° Power failure: An electrical power failure will not
affect a lighted standing oven pilot.
Lighting nnstructions for
Electric Rgnition Hodels
The oven burner is lighted by electric ignition (on
some models).
To light the burner, turn the OVEN TEMP knob to
the desired temperature. The burner should ignite
within 30-90 seconds.
After the oven reaches the selected temperature, the
oven burner cycles--off completely, then on with a full
flame--to keep the oven temperature controlled.
Power Outage
CAUTION: Do not make any attempt to operate
the electric ignition oven during an electrical power
failure. The oven or broiler cannot be lit during a
power failure. Gas will not flow unless the glow bar
is hot.
If the oven is in use when a power failure occurs,
the oven burner shuts off and cannot be re-lit until
power is restored.
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OVEN TEHP Knob
The OVEN TEMP knob
is located on the control panel
on the front of the range.
Simply turn the knob to the
desired cooldng temperatures.
It will normally take 30-90
seconds before the flame comes
on. After the oven reaches
the selected temperature, the oven burner
cycles_off completely, then on with a full
flame--to maintain the selected temperature.
Oven Light
(on some models)
Use the switch on the control panel to turn
the oven light on and off.
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Oven Shelves
The shelves are designed
with stop-locks so, when
placed correctly on the
shelf supports, they will
stop before coming
completely out of the
oven and will not tilt
when you are removing
food from them or
placing food on them.
When placing cookware on a shelf, pull the shelf out
to the bump on the shelf support. Place the cookware
on the shelf, then slide the shelf back into the oven.
This will eliminate reaching into the hot oven.
To remove a shelf
from the oven, pull it
toward you, tilt the
front end upward and
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pull the shelf out.
To replace, place the
shelf on the shelf
support with the stop-
locks (curved
extension of shelf)
facing up and toward the rear of the oven.
Tilt up the front and push the shelf toward the back
of the oven until it goes past the bump on the shelf
support. Then lower the front of the shelf and push it
all the way back.
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UsingYour Oven < o0 0od/
Shelf Positions
The oven has five shelf
supports for baking and
roasting as shown in this
illustration--A (bottom),
B, C, D and E (top). It
also has a special low shelf
position (R) for roasting
extra large items, such as
a large turkey--the shelf
is not designed to slide out
at this position. The shelf positions for cooking are
suggested in the Baking and Roasting sections.
Oven Vents
The oven is vented through duct openings at the rear
of the cooktop. See Feanares section. Do not block
these openings when cooking in the oven--it is
important that the flow of hot air from the oven and
fresh air to the oven burners be uninterrupted.
= The vent openings and nearby surfaces may
become hot. Do not touch them.
• Do not leave plastic
items on the
melt if left too
dose to the vent. Vent appearance and location vary.
= Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may
become hot ff left too dose to the vent.
Metal items will become very hot ff they are left
on the cooktop and could cause burns.
Do not leave any items on the cooktop. The hot
air from the vent may ignite flammable items and
will increase pressure in closed containers, which may
cause them to burst.
Oven Moisture
As your oven heats up, the temperature change of
the air in the oven may cause water droplets to
form on the door glass. These droplets are harmless
and will evaporate as the oven continues to heat up.
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Youroventemperatureiscontrolledveryaccurately
usinganovencontrolsystem.It isrecommendedthat
youoperatetheovenforanumberofweel_ tobecome
familiarwith yournewoven'sperformance.If you
think anadjustmentis necessary, see the Adjust the
Oven Thermostat section.
How to SetYour Range for Baking
To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the
correct position before you turn the oven on.
1, Close the oven door. Turn the OVEN TEMP knob
to the desired temperature.
2. Check the food for doneness at the minimum time
on the recipe. Cook longer if necessary.
3, Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and then
remove food.
Oven Shelves
Arrange the oven shelf
or shelves in the
desired locations while
the oven is cool. The
correct shelf position
depends on the ldnd
of food and the
browning desired.
As a general rule, place most foods in the middle of
the oven, on either shelf position B or C. See the
following chart for suggested shelf positions.
Type of Food Shelf Position
Angel food cake A
................................ i .........................
Biscuits or muffins B or C
Cookies or cupcakes B or C
Brownies B or C
Layer cakes B or C
Bundt or pound cakes A or B
Pies or pie shells B or C
Frozen pies A (on cookie sheet)
Casseroles B or C
Roasting B or R
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Preheating
Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. Preheat
means bringing the oven up to the specified
temperature before putting the food in the oven. To
preheat, set the oven at the correct temperature--
selecting a higher temperature does not shorten
preheat time.
Preheating is necessary for good results when baldng
cakes, cooldes, pastry and breads. For most casseroles
and roasts, preheating is not necessary. For ovens
without a preheat indicator light or tone, preheat 10
minutes. After the oven is preheated place the food in
the oven as quicldy as possible to prevent heat from
escaping.
Baking Pans
Use the proper baking pan. The type of finish on the
pan determines the amount of browning that will occur.
o Dark, rough or dull pans absorb heat resulting in a
browner, crisper crust. Use this type for pies.
• Shiny, bright and smooth pans reflect heat, resulting
in a lighter, more delicate browning. Cakes and
cooldes require this type of pan.
° Glass baldng dishes also absorb heat. When baldng in
glass baldng dishes, the temperature may need to be
reduced by 25°E (13°C.).
o If you are using dark non-stick pans, you may find
that you need to reduce the oven temperature 25°E
(13°C.) to prevent over-browning.
Pan Placement
For even cooking and proper browning, there must be
enough room for air circulation in the oven. Baldng
results will be better if baking pans are centered as
much as possible rather than being placed to the front
or to the back of the oven.
Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the
oven. Mlow 1- to l_A-inch (2.5- to 4-cm) space
between pans as well as from the back of the oven, the
door and the sides. If you need to use two shelves,
stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other.
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Baking 0on 00od)
Baking Guides
When using prepared baking mixes, follow package
recipe or instructions for the best baking results.
Cooldes
When baking cookies,
flat cootde sheets
(without sides) produce
better-looking cootdes.
Cookies baked in a jelly
roll pan (short sides all
around) may have darker
edges and pale or light
browning may occur.
Do not use a coolde sheet so large that it touches
the walls or the door of the oven.
For best results, use only one cookie sheet in the
oven at a time.
Pies
For best results, bake pies in dark, rough or dull pans
to produce a browner, crisper crust. Frozen pies in foil
pans should be placed on an aluminum cookie sheet
for baking since the shiny foil pan reflects heat away
from the pie crust; the cookie sheet helps retain it.
Aluminum Foil
Never cover the oven
bottom with aluminum
foil.
Never entirely cover a
shelf with aluminum
foil. This will disturb
the heat circulation and _
result in poor baking.
A smaller sheet of foil
may be used to catch a spitlover by placing it
on a lower shelf several inches below the food.
Don't Peek
Set the timer for the estimated cooking time and do
not open the door to look at your food. Most recipes
provide minimum and maximum baking times such as
"bake 30-40 minutes."
DO NOT open the door to check until the minimum
time. Opening the oven door frequently during cooking
allows heat to escape and makes baking times longer.
Your baking results may also be affected.
Cakes
When baiting cakes, warped or bent pans will cause
uneven baking results and poorly shaped products. A
cake baked in a pan larger than the recipe recommended
will usually be crisper, thinner and drier than it should
be. If baked in a pan smaller than recommended, it
may be undercooked and batter may overflow. Check
the recipe to make sure the pan size used is the one
recommended.
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Adjust the Oven
It urse
You may feel that your new oven cool_s differently
than the one it replaced. We recommend that you
use your new oven for a few weeks to become more
familiar with it, following the times given in your
recipes as a guide.
If you think your new oven is too hot or too cold,
you can adjust the thermostat yourself. If you think
it is too hot, adjust the thermostat to make it cooler.
If you think it is too cool, adjust the thermostat to
make it hotter.
We do not recommend the use of thermometers,
such as those found in grocery stores, to check the
temperature setting of your new oven. These
thermometers may vary 20-40°E (I 1-22°C.).
To Adjust the Thermostat:
Pull the OVEN TEMP knob off the range and look at
the back side.
To make adjustment, loosen (approximately one turn),
but do not completely remove, the two screws on the
back of the knob. With the back of the lmob facing
you, hold the outer edge of the knob with one hand
and turn the front of the knob with the other hand.
_1|i
(appearance may vary)
To raise the oven temperature, move the top screw
toward the right. You'll hear a click for each notch you
move the knob. To lower the temperature, move the
top screw toward the left. Each click will change the
oven temperature approximately I0°E (60C.).
[Range is plus or minus 60°E (33°C.) from the arrow.]
We suggest that you make the adjustment one click
from the original setting and check oven performance
before maldng any additional adjustments.
After the adjustment is made, retighten screws so they
are snug, but be careful not to overtighten. Reinstall
knob on range and check performance.
Air Adjustment Shutter
for Oven Burners
The air adjustment shutter for the bottom burner
regulates the flow of air to the flames.
See the Installation Instructions of this manual for
instructions for location and proper adjustment of
the shutter.
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Roasting
If your model has a latch, do not lock the oven
door during roasting. The latch is used for self-
cleaning only.
Roasting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat or
poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven.
Roasting temperatures, which should be low and
steady, keep spattering to a minimum.
The oven has a special
low shelf position (R) just
above the oven bottom.
Use it when extra cooking
space is needed, for
example, when roasting a
large turkey. The shelf is
not designed to slide out
at this position.
Roasting is really a baldng procedure used for meats.
Therefore, the oven controls are set for Baking. (You
may hear a slight clicking sound indicating the oven is
worldng properly.)
Most meats continue to cook slightly while standing
after being removed from the oven. Recommended
standing time for roasts is 10 to 20 minutes. This
allows the roasts to firm up and makes them easier to
carve. The internal temperature will rise about 5° to
10°E (3° to 6°C.). If you wish to compensate for the
temperature rise, remove the roast from the oven when
its internal temperature is 5° to I0°E (3° to 6°C.) less
than the temperature shown in the Roasting Guide.
Remember that food wiU continue to cook in the hot
oven and therefore should be removed when the
desired internal temperature has been reached.
1. Position oven shelf at
position B for small
size roast [3 to 5 lbs.
(1.3 to 2.3 kg)] and
at position R for
larger roasts,
t
2. Check the weight of the meat. Place the meat fat-
side-up or the poultry breast-side-up on roasting
grid in a shallow pan. The melting fat will baste the
meat. Select a pan as close to the size of the meat as
possible. (The broiler pan with grid is a good pan
for this.)
3. Turn the OVEN TEMP fmob to the desired
temperature (you may hear a slight clicking sound,
indicating the oven is working properly). See the
Roasting Guide for temperatures and approximate
cooking times.
4, When roasting is finished, turn the OVEN
TEMP Imob to OFF and then remove the food
from the oven.
Dual Shelf Cooking
This allows more than one food to be cooked at the
same time. For example: "_Vc_nileroasting a 20-lb. (10
leg) turkey on shelf position R, a second shelf (if so
equipped) may be added on position D so that an
additional food such as scalloped potatoes can be
cooked at the same time. Foods cooked with the
turkey should be added toward the end of the time
allowed for the turkey. For example, potatoes which
cook for 1 hour should be added to the oven 1 hour
before the end of cooking time for the turkey.
Use of Aluminum Foil
youcanusealuminum
foil to line the broiler pan. : _
This makes clean-up easier , :;.
when using the pan for - " _/_
marinating, cooking with _ :" _";_ _'
fruits, cooking heavily
cured meats or basting
food during cooking. Press the
foil tightly around the inside of the pan.
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Frozen Roasts
Frozen roasts of beef, pork, lamb, etc., can be started
without thawing, but allow 15 to 25 minutes per
pound (450 grams) additional time [15 minutes per
pound for roasts under 5 pounds (2.3 kg), more time
for larger roasts].
Make sure poultry is thawed before roasting. Unthawed
poultry often does not cook evenly. Some commercial
frozen poultry can be cooked successfiAiy without thawing.
Follow the directions given on the package label.
Roasting Guide
Type
Meat
Tender cuts; rib,
high quality sirloin tip,
rump or top round*
Lamb leg or boneqn
shoulder*
Veal shoulder,
leg or loin*
Pork loin, rib
or shoulder*
Ham, precooked
Oven
Temperature
325°E (163°C.)
325°E (t63°C.)
Approximate Roasting Time
Doneness in Minutes per Pound
Pare:
Medium:
Well Done:
Rare:
Medium:
Well Done:
"Well Done:
3toS b;[........
(1.4 to 2.3 kr)
24-35 !8-25
35-39 25-31
39-45 31-33
..................... i ..............
6 to 8 lhs.
(2.7 to 3,6 two)
21-25 20-23
25-30 24-28
30-35 28-33
35-45 30-40
35--45 30-40
Internal
Temperature
140-150°E (60-66°C.)y
150-t60*E (66-71°C.)
170-I85°E (77-85°C.)
140-150°E (60-66°C.))
150-160oE (66-7IOC.)
t70-185°E (77-85°C.)
I70-180OE (77-82°C.)
325°E (163°C.)
325°E (163°C.)
Well Done:
325°E (163°C.) To Warm:
170-180OE (77-82°C.)
18-23minut_ per pound 115-125°E (46-52°C.)
(450 gmms) anyweigh t.............................
Poultry
Chicken or Duclc
Chicken pieces
Turkey
325_E (163°C.)
350°E (t77°C.)
325°E (163°C.)
Wdl Done:
"-WellDone:
Well Done:
3 to 5 lbs. Over 5 Ibs.
(1.4 to 2.3 kg) (2.3 lqg)
35--40 30-35
35--40
10 to 15 lbs. Over 15 lbs.
(4.5 to 6.8 lw0 (6.8 kg)
16-22 12-19
185-190°E (85-88°C.)
185-190°E (85-88°C.)
In thigh:
t85-190°E (85-88°C.)
*For boneless rolled roasts over 6" (15 cm) thick, add 5 to I0 minutes per pound (450 grams) to times given above.
tThe U.S, Department of Agriculture says, "Rare beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only !40°E (60°C.) means some
food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rtw. June 1985.)
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Broiling
Broiling is cootdng food by direct heat from above the
food. Your range has a convenient compartment below
the oven for broiling. It also has a specially designed
broiler pan and grid that allows the dripping fat to
drain away from the high heat of the gas flame.
Distance from the heat source may be changed by
positioning the broiler pan and grid on one of the
three shelf positions in the broiler compartment A
(bottom of broiler comparr_ment), B (middle) and C (top).
Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled.
Follow these directions to keep spattering and smoidng
to a minimum.
The oven and broiler compartment doors must be
closed during broiling.
Turn most foods once during cooldng (the exception is
thin fillets of fish; oil one side, place that side down on
the broiler grid and cook without turning until done).
Time the food for about one-half the total cootdng
time, turn the food, then continue to cook to the
preferred doneness.
How to Broil
1. The broiler compartment does not need to be
preheated for broiling.
2. If the meat has fat or gristle around the edge, cut
vertical slashes through both about 2" (5 cm) apart,
but do not cut into meat. If desired the fat may be
trimmed, leaving a layer about 1/8" (3 ram) thick.
3. Arrange the food on the grid and position the
broiler pan on the appropriate shelf in the broiler
compartment. Placing the food closer to flame sears
the exterior and increases the surface browning of
food, but also increases spattering and the possibility
of fats and meat juices igniting.
4. Close the broiler door and turn the OVEN TEMP
knob to BROIL.
5, When broiling is finished, turn the OVEN
TEMP knob to OFE Remove the broiler pan
from the broiler compartment and serve the food
immediately. Do not leave a soiled broiler pan and
grid inside the range.
Use of Aluminum Foil
You can use aluminum foil
to line your broiler pan
and broiler grid. However,
you must mold the foil
tightly to the grid and cut
slits in it just like the grid.
Without the slits, the foil will prevent fat and meat
juices from draining to the broiler pan. The juices
could become hot enough to catch on fire. If you do
not cut the slits, you are frying, not broiling.
Questions & Answers
Q.When broiling, is it necessary to always use a
grid in the pan?
A.
Yes. Using the grid suspends the meat over the pan.
As the meat cooks, the juices fall into the pan, thus
keeping the meat drier. Juices are protected by the
grid and stay cooler, thus preventing excessive
spatter and smoldng.
Q. Should I salt the meat before broiling?
A. No. Salt draws out the juices and allows them to
evaporate./idways salt after cooldng. Turn the meat
with tongs; piercing the meat with a fork also allows
the juices to escape. W_hen broiling poultry or fish,
brush each side often with butter.
Q.Why are my meats not turning out as brown as
they should?
A. Check to see if you are using the recommended
broil position. Broil for the longest period of time
indicated in the Broiling Guide. Turn the food only
once during broiling.
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Broiling Guide
The oven and broiler compartment doors must be
closed during broiling.
° Always use the broiler pan and grid that comes -with
your range. It is designed to minimize smoldng and
spattering by trapping juices in the shielded lower
part of the pan.
° For steals and chops, slash fat evenly around the
outside edges of the meat. To slash, cut crosswise
through the outer fat surface just to the edge of the
meat. Use tongs to turn the meat over to prevent
piercing the meat and losing juices.
° If desired, marinate meats or chicken before broiling.
Or brush with barbecue sauce last 5 to 10 minutes only.
° When arranging the food on the pan, do not let fatty
edges hang over the sides because dripping fat could
soil the oven.
The broiler compartment does not need to be
preheated. However, for very thin foods, or to
increase browning, preheat if desired.
Frozen stealcs can be broiled by positioning the
broiler pan and grid at next lowest shelf position and
increasing cooldng time given in this guide 1_ times
per side.
Broil 1st Side 2nd Side
Food Position ..... Minutes _ Minutes, Comments
Bacon B 4 3 Arrange in single layer.
B 10-t t 4-5 Space evenly. Up to 8 patties take
about same time.
Ground Beef
Well Done
Beef Steaks
Pare
Medium
Well Done
Rare
Medium
Wel! Done
Chidcen
Bakert Products
Bread (Toast) or
Toaster Pastries
English Mui_ns
Lobster Tails
Thiclmess
I/2 lb. (227 g)
(about 8 thin slices)
1 lb. (450 g) (4 patties)
1/2"-3/4" (13-19 ram) thick
t" (2.5 cm) thick
[1-1½ lbs. (450 g-680 g)]
!½" (3.8 cm) thick
[2-2½ tbs. (907 g-I,13 kg)]
! whole [2-2_ Ibs.
(907 g-1.13 kg)]
split lengthwise
Bone-in, 4 bone-in breasts
2-4 slices
I pkg. (2)
.... 2:SP lit ..................
2-4
[6-8 oz. (170 g-227 g) each]
c
c
B
7 Steaks less than 1" (2.5 cm) thick cook
5-6 through before browning. Pan frying is
8-9 recommended.
6-7 Slash fat,
t0-I2
16-18
15 Reduce times about 5 to 10 minutes per
side for cut-up chicken. Brush each side with
melted butter. Broil with sldn side down first.
1/2-1 Space evenly. Place English muffins
cut-side-up and brush with butter,
if desired,
Cut through ba& of shell and spread open.
Brush with melted butter before broiling
and after half of broiling time.
Handle and turn very carefully. Brush with
lemon butter before and during broiling, if
desired. Preheat broiler to !ncrease browning.
8 Increase times 5 to 10 minutes per side
6 for 1½" (3.8 cm) thick or home cured.
Slash fat.
Slash fat,
If desired, split sausages in half length-
wise; cut into 5-6" (13-15 cm) pieces.
C
C
B
A
A
C
C
A
9
12
!3
10
12-15
25
30-35
25-30 10-15
2-3
3-5
13-16 Do not
turn over,
Fish ! lb. (450 g) fillets C 5 5
114"- 112"
(6-13 mm) thick
................. i ............................. • .... t ..................
Ham Slices I" (2.5 cm) thick B 8
Precooked 112" (I 3 ram) thick B 6
Pork Chops 2 [!t2" (13 mm) thick] B I0 4-5
Well Done 2 [t" (2,5 cm) thick], B 13 9-12
about11b,.,,(450g) .....................
Lamb Chops
Medium 2 [1" (2.5 cm) thick], B 8 4-7
Well Done about 10-12 oz. (284-340 g) B I0 I0
i Medium 2 [1W ° (3.8 cm) thick], B 10 4-6
VgellDone ..........about I lb. !450 g).......... ...............B 17 12-14
Wieners, 1 lb. (450 g) pkg. (I0) C 6 1-2
similar precooked
sausages, bratwurst
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Proper care and cleaning are important so your range
will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow
these directions carefully in caring for it to help assure
safe and proper maintenance.
BE SURE EI_FCTRICAI POWER IS
DISCONNECTED BEFORE CLEANING ANY
PART OF YOUR RANGE.
Sealed Burner Assemblies
(on some models)
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER
WITHOUT ALL BURNER_ PARTS AND DRIP
PANS (IF SO EQUIPPED) IN PLACE.
Grate
/_'_\ ..............Burner cap
__,_ Drip pan
(on some models)
...............4 Burner head
_ \'!'_,_ Burner base
Turn all the controls off before removing burner
parts and drip pans (ff so equipped).
The burner grates, caps, heads and drip pans
(if so equipped) can be lifted off, making them easy
to clean.
The electrode of the _! _\ ,_
spark igniter is exposed Electrode
when the burner head ]_ x;)
is removed. When one
burner is turned to LITE, all the burners spark.
Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around
any burner while another burner is on. An electric
shock may result, "which could cause you to knock
over hot cookware,
Burner Heads
(on sealed burners only)
NOTE: Before removing the burner heads and
caps, remember their size and location. Replace
them in the same location after cleaning.
For proper ignition, make
sure the small hole in the
section that fits over the
electrode is kept open.
A sewing needle or wire
twist-tie works well to
unclog it.
The slits in the burner heads of your range
must be kept dean at all times for an even,
unhampered flame.
You should clean the surface burners routinely,
especially after bad spillovers, which could clog these
openings.
To remove burned-on food, soak the burner heads
in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water
for 20-30 minutes. For more stubborn stains, use a
toothbrush.
Before putting the burner head back, shake out
excess water and then dry it thoroughly by setting
it in a warm oven for 30 minutes.
Replace the burner heads
and caps. Make sure that
the heads and caps are
replaced in the correct
location. There is one
small, 2 medium and one
large cap.
NOTE: On some models
the burner heads and caps
are all the same size and can be
used in any of the 4 needed locations.
After cleaning, make sure
the slot in the burner head
is positioned over the
electrode,
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Burner Caps
(on sealed burners only)
Lift off when cool. Wash burner caps in hot, soapy
water and rinse with clean water. You may scour with a
plastic scouring pad to remove burned-on food particles.
Dry them in a warm oven or with a cloth--don't
reassemble them wet. Replace t_he burner caps.
Small __ Medium _ _Small
Medium -_.._..) .(,_j_ Large
Front of Range
Make sure that caps are replaced on the correct size
burner. There is one small, 2 medium and one large cap.
NOTE: On some models the caps are all the same size
and can be used in any of the 4 needed locations.
Burner Grates
Lift out when cool. The
grates should be
washed regularly and,
of course, after
spillovers. Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse
with clean water. After cleaning, dry them thoroughly
by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes.
Don't put the grates back on the range while they are
wet. When replacing the grates, be sure they're
positioned securely over the burners.
To prevent rusting on cast iron grates, apply a light
coating of cooldng oil on the bottom of the grates.
To get rid of bm'ned-on food, place the grates in a
covered container (or plasdc bag) with 1/4 cup (62 rnl)
ammonia to loosen the soil. Let sit overnight (or
approximately 12 hours), then scrub ,with a soap-filled
scouting pad if necessary. Rinse grates thoroughly and
dry completely before replacing them on the range top.
Although they're durable, the grates will gradually lose
their shine, regardless of the best care you can give
them. This is due to their continual exposure to high
temperatures.
Do not operate a burner for an extended period of
time without cookware on the grate. The finish on
the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.
CAUTION: Do not clean the grates in a dishwasher
or in a self-cleaning oven.
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Drip Pans
(on some models )
Remove the grates and lift
out the drip pans. The drip
pans can be cleaned in a
dishwasher or by hand.
To get rid of burned-on
food, place the drip pans
in a covered container (or plastic bag) with 1/4 cup
(62 ml) ammonia to loosen the soil. Then scrub
with a soap-filled scouring pad if necessary.
When replacing the drip pans, malie sure they are in
the correct position.
CAUTION: Do not clean the drip pans in a
self-cleaning oven.
Cool(top Surface
To avoid damaging the porcelain enamel surface of
the coolctop and to prevent it from becoming dull,
cleanup spillsfight away.Foods with a lot of acid
(tomatoes,sauerkraut, fruit juices, etc.) or foods withhigh
sugar content could causea dullspot if allowed to sit.
When the surface has cooled, wash and rinse. For
other spills such as fat spatterings, etc., wash with soap
and water once the surface has cooled. Then rinse and
polish with a dry cloth.
Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the
area over the pilot "will be hot (on models with
standing pilots).
Do not store flammable materials in an oven or
near the cooktop. Do not store or use combustible
materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Care and ¢:meaning(co. ,ouo )
Standard "_in Burners
(on some models)
CALYHON: DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER
WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS AND DRIP
PANS (IF SO EQUIPPED) IN PLACE.
G rate
__k_ Drip pan
............... _ (on some models)
On models with standard twin burners, the
cooktop lifts up for easy access.
Turn all the controls off before removing burner
parts and drip pans (if so equipped).
The burner grates and drip pans (if so equipped) can
be lifted off, maldng them easy to clean.
The holes in the surface
burners of your range
must be kept clean at all
times for proper
ignition and an even,
unhampered flame.
You should dean the
Clean these
surface burners 7 holes
routinel_ especially thoroughly
after bad spillovers, Onbumer.each
which could clog these
holes. Wipe off the surface burners. If hea W spillover
occurs, remove the surface burners from the range.
Burners lift out for cleaning. Lift up the cooktop and
then lift out the surface burners.
To remove burned-on food, soak the surface burner
in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water. Soak
the surface burner for 20 to 30 minutes. For more
stubborn stains use a cleanser like Soft Scrub ®brand
or Ben Ami ®brand. Rinse well to remove any traces
of the cleanser that might clog the burner openings.
Do not use steel wool because it will clog the surface
burner openings and scratch the surface burners. If
the holes become clogged, clean them with a sewing
needle or twist-tie.
Before putting the surface burner back, shake out
excess water and then dr,i" it thoroughly by setting it in
a warm oven for 30 minutes. Then place it back in the
range, maldng sure it is properly seated and level.
Check the flame pattern of each burner. If the flames
are "jumpy" (not steady), clean the holes again with a
sewing needle or twist-tie.
Lift-Up Cooktop
(on models with standard twin burners)
Clean the area under the cooktop often. Built-up soil,
especially grease, may catch on fire.
To make cleaning easier, the cooktop may be lifted up.
To raise the cooktop:
1. Be sure the burners
are turned off.
2. Remove the grates.
3, Grasp the two front
burner wells and
lift up.
Some models have dual support rods that will hold the
cooktop up while you clean underneath it.
After deaning under the cook'top with hot, soapy
water and a clean cloth, lower the cooktop. Be careful
not to pinch your fingers. Lower cooktop gently to
avoid blowing out pilot flames (on models with
standing pilots).
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Oven Air Vents
Never blod_ the vents (air openings) of the
range. They provide the air inlet and outlet that are
necessary for the range to operate properly with
correct combustion. Air openings are located at the
rear of the cooktop, at the top and bottom of the
oven door, and at the bottom of the range, under
the idck panel, storage drawer or broiler drawer
(depending on the model).
Broiler Pan and Grid
After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven
or broiler compartment (depending on your model).
Remove the grid from the pan. Carefully pour out
grease from the pan into a proper container. XYJashand
rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap-
filled or plastic scouring pad.
If food has burned on, sprinlde the grid -with
detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or
a dishcloth. Soa!dng the pan will remove burned-on foods.
The broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with a
commercial oven cleaner.
Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a
dishwasher.
Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in
the range.
CAUTION: Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a
self-cleaning oven.
Oven Shelves
Control Panel and Knobs
It's a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use
of the oven. Clean with mild soap and water, or
vinegar and water, rinse with clean water and polish
dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleaners,
plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control
panel--they will damage the finish. A 50150 solution
of vinegar and hot water wortcs well.
The control knobs may be removed for easier
cleaning. To remove knob, pull it straight off the
stem. If imob is difficult to remove, place a towel or
dishcloth between the knob and control panel and pull
gently. Wash the l_obs in soap and "water, or vinegar
solution, but do not soak.
Meta! parts can be cleaned with soap and water. Do
not use steel wool, abrasives, ammonia, acids or
commercial oven cleaners. Dry with a soft cloth.
Oven Light Bulb
(on some models)
The light bulb is located in
the upper left corner of the
oven. Before replacing your
oven light bulb, disconnect
the electrical power to the
range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or
unplug the range from the electrical outlet. Let the
bulb cool completely before removing it. Replace the
bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb only. Do not touch
a hot bulb with a damp cloth as the bulb will break.
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Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel
wool. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water
and dry with a clean cloth.
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Care and Cmeaning(0o0 od)
Lift-Off Oven Door
The oven door is removable but it is heavy. You may
need help removing and replacing the door.
To remove the door, open it a few inches to the
special stop position that ",,,,illhold the door open.
Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up
and off the hinges.
NOTE: Be careful not to place hands between the
hinge and the oven door frame as the hinge could snap
back and pinch fingers.
To replace the door, make sure
the hinges are in the special stop
position. Position the slots in the
bottom of the door squarely over
the hinges. Then lower the door
slowly and evenly over both
hinges at the same time. If hinges
snap back against the oven flame,
pull them back out.
TO CLEAN THE DOOR:
(Do not immerse door in water.)
Inside of door:
" Allow to cool before cleaning. For light soil, wipe
frequently with mild soap and water (especially after
cooking meat). This will prolong the time between
major cleanings. I_Jnse thoroughly.
NOTE: Soap left on the oven door causes
additional stains when the oven is reheated.
° For heavy soil, you can use an oven cleaner (to avoid
damage to continuous clean oven surfaces, remove the
door of these models before spraying) and follow label
instructions. Rinse weU.
See "Cautions about using spray-on oven cleaners"
below.
Outside of door:
" Use soap and ,,,cater to thoroughly clean the top, sides
and front of the oven door. Rinse well. You may also
use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of
the door.
• Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and
basting materials containing acids may cause
discoloration and should be wiped up immediately.
When surface is cool, clean and rinse.
° Do not use oven cleaners, deansing powders or
harsh abrasives such as steel wool pads on the
outside of the door.
Porcelain Oven interior
(on all models except continuous cleaning models)
With proper care, the porcelain enamel interior will
retain its attractive finish for many years.
Soap and water will normally do the job. Heavy
spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a
mild abrasive cleanser. Soap-filled steel woo! pads
may also be used. Do not allov¢ food spills with a
high sugar or acid content (such as tomatoes,
sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on the
surface. They may cause dull spots even after cleaning.
Household ammonia may make the cleaning job easier.
Place 1/2 cup (125 ml) ammonia in a shallow glass
pan and leave in a cold oven overnight. The ammonia
flames will help loosen the burned-on grease and food.
When necessary-, you may use a commercial oven
cleaner. Follow the package directions.
Cautions about using spray-on oven cleaners:
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Be careful where the oven cleaner is sprayed.
Do not spray oven cleaner on the electrical controls
and switches (on some models) because it could
cause a short circuit and result in sparking or fire.
Do not allow a film from the cleaner to remain on
the temperature sensing bulb--it could cause the
oven to heat improperly. (The bulb is located at the
rear of the oven.) Carefully wipe the bulb clean after
each oven cleaning, being careful not to move the
bulb as a change in its position could affect how the
oven bakes.
Do not spray any oven cleaner on the outside oven
door, handles or any exterior surface of the oven,
cabinets or painted surfaces. The cleaner can damage
these surfaces.
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Oven Bottom
The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish.
To make cleaning easier, protect the oven bottom from
excessive spillovers by placing a coolde sheet on the
shelf below the shelf you are cooking on. You can use
aluminum foil if you do not cover the whole shelf.
This is particularly important when baldng a fruit pie
or other foods with a high acid content. Hot fruit
fillings or other foods that are highly acidic (such as
tomatoes, sauerl_aut and sauces with vinegar or lemon
juice) may cause pitting arid damage to the porcelain
enamel surface and should be wiped up immediately.
If a spillover does occur on the oven bottom, allow
the oven to cool first. Remove the oven bottom for
easier clean-up and to prevent damage to the
continuous cleaning oven coating (on some models).
Frequent wipings with mild soap and water
(particularly after cooking meat) will prolong the time
between major cteanings, t_Jnse thoroughly. Soap left
on the oven bottom can cause stains.
For heavy soil, use an abrasive cleaner or a soap-filled
steel wool pad. A commercial oven cleaner may also be
used, following the package directions.
Removable Kick Panel
(on some models)
The Idck panel may be removed for cleaning
under the range.
To remove, lift up the bottom of
the panel slightly to disengage the
panel from the tabs at the base of
the range. Pull the bottom of the
pane! forward until the spring clips
are released at the top of the panel.
To replace, insert the two slots at
the bottom of the panel onto the
two tabs at the base of the range
and push tile top of the panel
forward to engage the spring clips.
Removable Broiler Drawer
(on some models)
To remove:
1. When the broiler is cool, remove the grid and pan.
2. Pull the broiler drawer out until it stops, then push
it back in about one inch.
3. Grasp the handle, lift and
pull the broiler drawer out.
Clean the broiler drawer
with hot, soapy water.
To replace:
Hold the broiler drawer in the raised position as you
slide it partway into the range. Then lower the drawer
and push it completely closed.
Removable Storage Drawer
(on some models)
The storage drawer is a good place to store cookware
and bakeware. Do not store plastics and flammable
material in the drawer.
Do not overload the storage drawer, tf the drawer is
too hea W, it may slip off the track when opened.
The storage drawer may be removed for cleaning under
the range. Clean the storage drawer with a damp cloth
or sponge. Never use harsh abrasives or scouring pads.
To remove the storage drawer:
1. Pull the drawerstraight out
until it stops.
2. Tilt the front of the drawer
up and free of the range.
To replace the storage drawer:
1. Set the stops on the back of the drawer over the
stops in the range.
2. Slide the drawer evenly and straight back, so that
the rails in the range are engaged.
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