Viking F20465A User Manual

Viking Use & Care Manual

Viking Range Corporation

111 Front Street

Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA

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F20465A

(091207J )

Freestanding Gas

& Gas Self-Clean Ranges

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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.

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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

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

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

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

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

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

WWAARRNNIINNGG

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oorr eexxpplloossiioonn mmaayy rreessuulltt ccaauussiinngg pprrooppeerrttyy ddaammaaggee,, ppeerrssoonnaall

iinnjjuurryy oorr ddeeaatthh..

--DDoo nnoott ssttoorree oorr uussee ggaassoolliinnee oorr ootthheerr ffllaammmmaabbllee vvaappoorrss aanndd
lliiqquuiiddss iinn tthhee vviicciinniittyy ooff tthhiiss oorr aannyy ootthheerr aapppplliiaannccee..

WWHHAATT TTOO DDOO IIFF YYOOUU SSMMEELLLL GGAASS

--DDoo nnoott ttrryy ttoo lliigghhtt aannyy aapppplliiaannccee

--DDoo nnoott ttoouucchh aannyy eelleeccttrriiccaall sswwiittcchh;; ddoo nnoott uussee aannyy pphhoonnee iinn
yyoouurr bbuuiillddiinngg..

--IImmmmeeddiiaatteellyy ccaallll yyoouurr ggaass ssuupppplliieerr ffrroomm aa nneeiigghhbboorr’’ss pphhoonnee..
FFoollllooww tthhee ggaass ssuupppplliieerr’’ss iinnssttrruuccttiioonnss..

--IIff yyoouu ccaannnnoott rreeaacchh yyoouurr ggaass ssuupppplliieerr,, ccaallll tthhee ffiirree ddeeppaarrttmmeenntt..

--IInnssttaallllaattiioonn aanndd sseerrvviiccee mmuusstt bbee ppeerrffoorrmmeedd bbyy aa qquuaalliiffiieedd
iinnssttaalllleerr,, sseerrvviiccee aaggeennccyy,, oorr tthhee ggaass ssuupppplliieerr..

WWAARRNNIINNGG

11.. RReeaadd aallll iinnssttrruuccttiioonnss bbeeffoorree uussiinngg tthhee pprroodduucctt..

22.. IInnssttaallll oorr llooccaattee tthhee pprroodduucctt oonnllyy iinn aaccccoorrddaannccee wwiitthh tthhee
pprroovviiddeedd IInnssttaallllaattiioonn IInnssttrruuccttiioonnss..

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••IINNSSTTAALLLL AANNTTII--TTIIPP DDEEVVIICCEE PPAACCEEDD
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WWAARRNNIINNGG

NNEEVVEERR uussee tthhiiss aapppplliiaannccee aass aa ssppaaccee hheeaatteerr ttoo hheeaatt oorr ttoo wwaarrmm tthhee
rroooomm.. DDooiinngg ssoo mmaayy rreessuulltt iinn ccaarrbboonn mmoonnooxxiiddee ppooiissoonniinngg aanndd
oovveerrhheeaattiinngg ooff tthhee oovveenn..

WWAARRNNIINNGG

NNEEVVEERR ccoovveerr aannyy sslloottss,, hhoolleess oorr ppaassssaaggeess iinn tthhee oovveenn bboottttoomm oorr
ccoovveerr aann eennttiirree rraacckk wwiitthh mmaatteerriiaallss ssuucchh aass aalluummiinnuumm ffooiill.. DDooiinngg
ssoo bblloocckkss aaiirr ffllooww tthhrroouugghh tthhee oovveenn aanndd mmaayy ccaauussee ccaarrbboonn
mmoonnooxxiiddee ppooiissoonniinngg.. AAlluummiinnuumm ffooiill lliinniinnggss mmaayy aallssoo ttrraapp hheeaatt,,
ccaauussiinngg aa ffiirree hhaazzaarrdd.. TThhiiss iiss bbaasseedd oonn ssaaffeettyy ccoonnssiiddeerraattiioonnss..

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

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
shut-off 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.
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,
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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.

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The draft could cause the flames to spread out of

Children climbing to reach items could

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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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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.
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oovveenn ttoo cclleeaann ootthheerr ppaarrttss.. AA ffaann nnooiissee sshhoouulldd bbee hheeaarr ssoommeettiimmee
dduurriinngg tthhee cclleeaanniinngg ccyyccllee.. IIff nnoott,, ccaallll sseerrvviiccee bbeeffoorree sseellff--cclleeaanniinngg
aaggaaiinn..

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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.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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

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NNAATTUURRAALL AAIIRRFFLLOOWW BBAAKKEE
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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IINNFFRRAARREEDD BBRROOIILL
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.

CCOONNVVEECCTTIIOONN BBAAKKEE
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.

IINNFFRRAARREEDD CCOONNVVEECCTTIIOONN BBRROOIILL
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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With the temperature control on
175oF, warm air is radiated from the U­shaped 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.

CCOONNVVEECCTTIIOONN DDEEFFRROOSSTT
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.

SSEELLFF--CCLLEEAANN ((VVGGSSCC MMooddeellss OOnnllyy))
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 self-clean cycle.
When oven has cooled, remove ash
with a damp sponge or cloth.

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TTEEMMPPEERRAATTUURREE SSEETTTTIINNGG GGUUIIDDEELLIINNEESS**

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SSuurrffaaccee BBuurrnneerrss--AAuuttoommaattiicc RReeiiggnniittiioonn

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 reignite 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.

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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.

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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.

SSuurrffaaccee CCooookkiinngg TTiippss

•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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WWookk OOppeerraattiioonn

UUssiinngg tthhee TTrriivveett GGrraattee
((CCeenntteerr WWookk GGrraattee))
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

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