Viking F1737H, F1737J Use And Care Manual

F1737J EN

(031008J)

Viking Use & Care Manual

Freestanding Gas Self-Clean Ranges

Viking Range Corporation

111 Front Street

Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA

[phone]

For product information

call 1-888-VIKING1 (845-4641)

or visit the Viking Web site at

vikingrange.com

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Congratulations

Your purchase of this product attests to the importance you place upon
the quality and performance of the major appliances you use. With
minimal care, as outlined in this guide, this product is designed to
provide you with years of dependable service. Please take the few
minutes necessary to learn the proper and efficient use and care of this
quality product.

We appreciate your choosing a Viking Range Corporation product, and
hope that you will again select our products for your other major
appliance needs.

Table of Contents

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Cooking Utensils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Before Your Use Your New Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Basic Functions of Your Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Using Your Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Oven Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Self-Clean Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Power Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

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-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

-Do not try to light any appliance

-Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in
your building.

-Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

-If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

-Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

WARNING

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire

or explosion may result causing property damage, personal

injury or death.

WARNING

•THIS RANGE CAN TIP

•INJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT

•INSTALL ANTI-TIP DEVICE PACED
WITH RANGE

•SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

1. Read all instructions before using the product.

2. Install or locate the product only in accordance with the
provided Installation Instructions.

WARNING

NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or to warm the
room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and
overheating of the oven.

WARNING

NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or
cover an entire 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. This is based on safety considerations.

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10. The flame of the open-top burner should be adjusted to just cover
the bottom of the pan or pot. Excessive burner setting may cause
scorching of adjacent countertop surfaces, as well as the outside of
the utensil. This is based on safety considerations.

11. Use dry pot holders. Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces
may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot
surface areas. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

12. To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and
spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of
a utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward toward
the center of the range, and so that it does not extend over
adjacent burners.

13. Surface areas near burners may become hot enough to cause
burns. During and after use, do not touch areas near burners until
they have had sufficient time to cool.

14. Once the unit is installed as outlined in the Installation Instructions,
it is important that the fresh air supply is not obstructed.

15. The flueway must also remain clear.

16. Storage cabinet area above the unit must be 36” (91.4 cm) and
cannot project more than 13” (33.0 cm) outward from the rear wall.
Beware of potential hazards associated with retrieving items from
such cabinets when the unit is in operation.

17. Keep area clean and free from combustible material, gasoline, and
other flammable liquids.

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Important Safety Instructions

1. Your unit should be installed by a qualified technician. The
appliance must be installed and electrically grounded according to
local codes. Have the technician show the location of the gas shut­off valve on the range so you know where and how to turn off the
gas if necessary.

2. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance
unless specifically recommended in this manual. All servicing
should be referred to a qualified technician. Warranty service must
be performed by an authorized service agency.

3. The “push-to-turn” knobs of this range are designed to be child­safe. However, children should not be left alone in the kitchen
while the range is in use. Do not store items of interest to children
over the unit. CAUTION: Children climbing to reach items could
be seriously injured.

4. GREASE is flammable and should be handled carefully. Do not use
water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother
flaming pan by covering utensil completely with well-fitting lid,
cookie sheet or flat tray. Flaming grease outside of utensil can be
extinguished with baking soda or, if available, a multipurpose dry
chemical or foam type extinguisher.

5. Never leave the surface area unattended at high heat setting.
Boil-overs cause smoking and greasy spill-overs which may ignite.

6. If you are “flaming” liquor or other spirits under an exhaust, TURN
THE FAN OFF. The draft could cause the flames to spread out of
control.

7. Wear proper apparel. Loose-fitting or hanging garments should
never be worn while using the appliance.

8. Never use your range for warming or heating a room. This is based
on safety considerations.

9. Use proper pan size. Select utensils having flat bottoms large
enough to cover the burner. Using undersized utensils allows the
flame to come up the side of the utensil, scorching the outside of
the utensil and making cleanup harder.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage
when using the oven, follow basic precautions, including the following:

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Before You Use Your New Range

All products are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove any
visible signs of dirt, oil, and grease which may have remained from the
manufacturing process. Before starting to cook, clean the range
thoroughly with hot, soapy water.

Steel Griddle/Simmer Plate

The griddle is a heavy-weight, polished steel griddle that has a USDA
authorized protective coating. No additional seasoning is needed for
efficient use. Before using, remove protective coating with vinegar and
water and rinse well. After rinsing, coat griddle well with an unsalted
cooking oil or spray.

Grill (If applicable)

The grates should be removed and washed in hot soapy water, rinsed
and then replaced prior to use. Other grill parts should be removed,
dusted, and replaced making sure that no flammable materials have
been accidentally placed in the grill.

Drip Tray/Pan

The drip tray should be pulled out and checked for flammable
materials. Make sure to unwrap the drip pan and replace it in its
proper place under the griddle or grill (if applicable).

Oven

Before first use, wipe interior with soapy water and dry thoroughly.
Then set the oven thermostat to 250°F and operate for an hour.

Basic Functions of Your Oven

NATURAL AIRFLOW BAKE

Heat is radiated from the U­shaped bake burner in the bottom
of the oven cavity and is circulated
with natural airflow. This is your
traditional bake setting

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18. No attempt should be made to operate the appliance during
power outage.

19. A risk of tip-over may result if the appliance is not installed in
accordance with installation instructions including excessive
loading of the oven door or from abnormal usage.

20. Do not attempt to operate the appliance during power failure.

21. Do not heat unopened food containers; buildup of pressure may
cause the container to explode and result in injury.

22. Never sit, step, stand, or lean on any part of the oven, or injury
may result.

23. Use care when opening oven door. Let hot air or steam escape
before removing or replacing food.

24. Do not clean door gasket. It is essential for a good, tight seal.
Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the gasket.

25. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of

any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.

26. Before self-cleaning the oven, remove broiler pan, broiler grid,
oven racks, rack supports, and other utensils. Do not use your
oven to clean other parts. A fan noise should be hear sometime
during the cleaning cycle. If not, call service before self-cleaning
again.

Cooking Utensils

Each cook has his or her own preference for the particular cooking
utensils that are most appropriate for the type cooking being done.
Any and all cooking utensils are suitable for use in the range and it is
not necessary to replace your present domestic utensils with
commercial cookware. This a matter of personal choice. As with any
cookware, yours should be in good condition and free from excessive
dents on the bottom to provide maximum performance and
convenience. NOTE: WHEN USING BIG POTS AND/OR HIGH

FLAMES, IT IS RECOMMENDED TO USE THE FRONT BURNERS.
THERE IS MORE ROOM IN THE FRONT AND POTENTIAL CLEANUP
OF REAR OR APPLIANCE DUE TO STAINING OR DISCOLORATION
WILL BE MINIMIZED.

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CONVECTION DEHYDRATE

With the temperature control on
175°F, warm air is radiated from the
U-shaped bake burner in the bottom
of the oven cavity and is circulated
by a motorized fan in the rear of the
oven. Over a period of time, the
water is removed from the food by
evaporation. Removal of water
inhibits growth of microorganisms
and retards the activity of enzymes.
It is important to remember that
dehydration does not improve the
quality , so only fresh, top-quality
foods should be used.

CONVECTION DEFROST

With temperature control off, air is
circulated by a motorized fan in the
rear of the oven. The fan accelerates
natural defrosting of the food
without heat. To avoid sickness and
food waste, do not allow defrosted
food to remain in the oven for more
than two hours.

SELF-CLEAN

This range features an automatic
pyrolytic self-cleaning cycle. During
this cycle, the oven reaches elevated
temperatures in order to burn off
soils and deposits. A powder ash
residue is left in the bottom of the
oven after completion of the self­clean cycle. When oven has cooled,
remove ash with a damp sponge or
cloth.

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INFRARED BROIL

The broil burner at the top of the
oven heats the metal screen until it
glows. The glowing screen
produces the infrared heat, searing
the outside of broiled foods and
sealing in juices.

CONVECTION BAKE

Heat is radiated from the U-shaped
bake burner in the bottom of the
oven cavity and is circulated by the
motorized fan in the rear of the
oven. It provides more even heat
distribution throughout the oven
cavity for all uses. Multiple rack use
is possible for the largest baking
job. When roasting, cool air is
quickly replaced, searing meats on
the outside and retaining more
juices and natural flavor on the
inside with less shrinkage.

INFRARED CONVECTION BROIL

Exactly the same as regular broiling
with the additional benefit of air
circulation by the motorized fan in
the rear of the oven. The cool air is
quickly replaced-improving the
already high performance of the
infrared broil burner.

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Surface Cooking Tips

•Use low or medium flame heights when cooking in utensils that are

poor conductors of heat, such as glass, ceramic, and cast-iron.
Reduce the flame height until it covers approximately 1/3 of the
utensil diameter. This will ensure more even heating within the utensil
and reduce the likelihood of burning or scorching the food.

•Reduce the flame if it is extending beyond the bottom of the utensil.

A flame that extends along the sides of the utensil is potentially
dangerous, heats the utensil handle and kitchen instead of the food,
and wastes energy.

•Reduce the flame height to the minimum level necessary to perform

the desired cooking process. Remember that food cooks just as
quickly at a gentle boil as it does at a rolling boil. Maintaining a
higher boil than is necessary wastes energy, cooks away moisture, and
causes a loss in food flavor and nutrient level.

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Using Your Range

Lighting the Burners

Surface Burners-Automatic Re-ignition

To light the surface burners, turn the appropriate control knob counter
clockwise to any position. This control is both a gas valve and an electric
switch. Burners will ignite at any “on” position with the automatic re­ignition system. If the flame goes out for any reason, the burners will
automatically re-ignite if the gas is still flowing. When gas is permitted to
flow to the burners, the electric igniters start sparking. On all surface
igniters you should hear a “clicking” sound. If you do not, turn off the
control and check that the unit is plugged in and that the fuse or circuit
breaker is not blown or tripped.

Within a few moments, enough gas will have
traveled to the burner to light. When the
burner lights, turn the burner control to any
position to adjust the flame size. Setting the
proper height for the desired cooking
process and selected utensil will result in
superior cooking performance, while also
saving time and energy.

SIMMER

HI

LOW

TEMPERATURE SETTING GUIDELINES*

HEAT SETTING USE
Simmer Melting small quantities.

Steaming rice.

HI-Simmer Simmering small quantities, sauces.

Low Melting large quantities
Low - Med Low-temperature frying. (eggs, etc.)

Simmering large quantities
Heating milk, cream sauces, gravies, puddings.

Med Sauteing and browning

Braising, pan-frying
Maintaining slow boil on large quantities.

Med-HI High-temperature frying.

Pan broiling
Maintaining fast boil on large quantities

HI Boiling water quickly.

Deep-fat frying in large utensil

*NOTE: The above information is given as a guide only. You may

need to vary the heat settings to suit your personal
requirements.

Using the Trivet Grate
(Center Wok Grate)

The trivet grate converts the large
burner grate to a grate suitable for
use with large stock pots. To use
the trivet grate, place the small
grate in the center of the large
grate. Turn the trivet grate until
the feet on the trivet grate rests
inside the notches located on the
center ring of the large grate.

Trivet grate
feet

Notches

Wok Operation