Whirlpool FGS335E Q, FGS335E W-N, TGS325E W, SF395LEE Q-Z-B User Manual

SERVICE MANUAL

for the

FREESTANDING

SELF-CLEAN

GAS RANGE

LIT 4321891Printed in U.S.A.July, 1996

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS INFORMATION NECESSARY FOR INSTALLING AND SERVICING THE FOLLOWING FREESTANDING SELF-CLEAN GAS RANGES, MODELS:

WHIRLPOOL

SF350BEE W SF375PEE Q/Z SF360BEE W/N SF385PEE W/N SF372BEE W/N SF385PEE Q/Z SF372BEE Q/Z SF395LEE Q/Z/B SF375PEE W/N

ROPER

FGS335E W/N FGS335E Q

ESTATE

TGS325E W

THE MANUAL IS DESIGNED TO BE USED ONLY BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE SERVICE INFORMATION IS ORGANIZED TO HELP YOU EASILY FIND WHAT YOU NEED.

CHECK YOUR LOCAL BUILDING CODE FOR THE PROPER MODE OF INSTALLATION. IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES, THIS UNIT SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE

NATIONAL STANDARD, NATIONAL FUEL

GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1 — LATEST EDITION*.

* National Gas Association 1515 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, Virginia 22209

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Table of Contents

Page

Important Safety Information ........................................................................................................ v

Installation Highlights .......................................................................................................................1-1

Range Dimensions ......................................................................................................................1-1

Cabinet Dimensions ....................................................................................................................1-2

Tools & Material You Will Need ................................................................................................1-3

Electrical Supply Requirements ................................................................................................1-4

Gas Supply Requirements .........................................................................................................1-6

Installing The Range ...................................................................................................................1-7

Converting The Pressure Regulator & Maintop Burners For L.P. Gas............................. 1-10

Checking The Maintop Burner Operation ............................................................................. 1-13

Adjusting The Air Shutters .................................................................................................. 1-14

Converting The Oven Burners For L.P. Gas ........................................................................ 1-15

Checking the Oven Burner Operation ................................................................................... 1-16

Removing/Reinstalling The Oven Door ................................................................................. 1-20

Theory Of Operation .........................................................................................................................2-1

Component Access ...........................................................................................................................3-1

Removing The Maintop—Sealed Burner Models ....................................................................3-2

Removing The Maintop—Conventional Burner Models ......................................................... 3-4

Removing A Sealed Burner & A Venturi ..................................................................................3-5

Removing A Conventional Burner ............................................................................................. 3-6

Removing A Spark Ignitor Switch & Gas Valve ......................................................................3-7

Removing The Ignitor Module & A Burner Ignitor—Sealed Burner Models ........................ 3-8

Removing The Ignitor Module & A Burner Ignitor—Conventional Burner Models .......... 3-10

Removing The Oven Door Latch & Actuator Rod—Sealed Burner Models ..................... 3-12

Removing The Oven Door Latch & Actuator Rod—Conventional Burner Models .......... 3-14

Removing The Latch Sensing Switches, The Door Latch Solenoid,

& The Mechanical Latch....................................................................................................... 3-16

Removing The Upper Console................................................................................................ 3-18

Removing The Electronic Oven Control ................................................................................ 3-20

Removing An Oven Light Switch ............................................................................................ 3-21

Removing The Gas Safety Valve & Pressure Regulator .................................................... 3-22

Removing The Bake Burner & Ignitor .................................................................................... 3-23

Removing The Broil Burner & Ignitor..................................................................................... 3-24

Removing The Oven Temperature Sensor ........................................................................... 3-25

Removing A Side Panel ........................................................................................................... 3-26

Removing An Oven Light Socket ........................................................................................... 3-28

Removing The Oven Door Gasket ......................................................................................... 3-29

Removing The Oven Door Handle, Top Trim, & Outer Door Glass .................................. 3-30

Removing A Hinge Assembly.................................................................................................. 3-31

Removing The Inner Door Glass ............................................................................................ 3-33

Removing The Storage Drawer Glides .................................................................................. 3-34

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Component Description & Testing .................................................................................................. 4-1

Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................................4-1

Troubleshooting Chart ......................................................................................................... 4-11

Oven Temperature Calibration ............................................................................................... 4-13

Error Codes ............................................................................................................................... 4-13

Tech Tips ............................................................................................................................................5-1

Wiring Diagram 1 ......................................................................................................................... 5-1

Wiring Diagram 2 ......................................................................................................................... 5-2

Strip Circuits.................................................................................................................................5-3

Specifications ...............................................................................................................................5-5

Model And Serial Number Explanation ................................................................................. 5-20

Warranty .................................................................................................................................... 5-21

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING

This service manual is intended for factory-service technicians only. We recommend that customers DO NOT service their own units, because of the complexity and risk of high-voltage electrical shock.

The following information is used throughout this manual, and should be read carefully.

NOTE

Helpful information that explains a more complicated step, prior to carrying it out .

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Fire Hazard

Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

Electrical Shock Hazard

It is the customer’s responsibility to:

• Contact a qualified electrical installer.

• Assure that electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70—latest edition*, and all local codes and ordinances.

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CAUTION

Information that will help you avoid actions that could cause product damage (scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to personal property.

WARNING

Information that alerts you to potentially dangerous conditions. These conditions can cause serious personal injury (burns, fire and electrical shock, etc.) if the suggested procedures are not observed.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION ASSUMES NO RE-

SPONSIBILITY FOR ANY REPAIRS MADE ON

OUR PRODUCTS BY ANYONE OTHER THAN

AUTHORIZED WHIRLPOOLSM SERVICE TECH-

NICIANS.

Failure to do so could result in fire, electrical shock, or other personal injury.

Take special care when drilling holes into the wall for venting or electrical wiring. Electrical wires may be concealed behind the wall covering.

Failure to do so could result in fire, electrical shock, or other personal injury.

* National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

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WARNING

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

1. Read all instructions before using the range.

2. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided installation instructions. It is recommended that the range be installed by a qualified installer. The range must be properly connected to the correct gas supply and checked for leaks. The range must also be properly connected to a grounded electrical supply.

3. Gas fuels and combustion can result in potential exposure to chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm. For example, benzene is a chemical which is a part of the gas supplied to the range. It is consumed in the flame during combustion. However, exposure to a small amount of benzene is possible if a gas leak occurs. Formaldehyde and soot are by-products of incomplete combustion. Properly adjusted burners with a bluish rather than a yellow flame will minimize incomplete combustion.

4. Do not use the range for heating the room. Persons could be burned or injured, or a fire could start.

5. Do not leave children alone or unattended in area where the range is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range. They could be burned or injured.

6. Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range. Clothing could ignite if it touches a surface burner and you could be burned.

7. Do not repair or replace any part of the range unless specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

8. Do not operate the range if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

9. Know where your main gas shut off valve is located.

10. Clean your range regularly. See “Care and Cleaning” instructions that are included with the range.

11. Use the range only for its intended use as described in this manual.

12. Do not store flammable materials on or near the range. They could explode or burn.

13. Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flaming pan on range by covering with a wellfitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Flaming grease outside of pan can be extinguished with baking soda, or if available, a multipurpose dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

14. Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch an open flame. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder. It could catch on fire.

15. Make sure the utensils you use are large enough to contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers. Heavy splattering or spillovers left on a range can ignite and burn you. Pan size is especially important in deep fat frying.

16. Never leave burners unattended at high flame settings. A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.

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17. Grease is flammable and should be handled carefully. Let fat cool before attempting to handle it. Do not allow grease to collect around range or in vents. Wipe spillovers immediately.

18. Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the range. Only certain types of glass, glass-ceramic, earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for ranges. Other types may break due to the sudden change in temperature.

19. Turn pan handles inward, but not over other burners. This will help reduce the chance of burns, igniting of flammable materials, and spills due to bumping the pan.

20. Do not heat unopened containers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury.

21. Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners.

22. Do not store things children might want above the range. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on range.

23. Do not touch hot burners or areas near burners. Areas near burners become hot enough to cause burns. During use, do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact burners, or areas near burners.

24. Do not block the ventilation.

25. Never use a match or other flame to look for a gas leak. Explosion and injury could result.

26. Make sure the burners are off when you are finished, and when you are not watching.

27. Be sure all range parts are cool before cleaning.

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INSTALLATION HIGHLIGHTS

RANGE DIMENSIONS

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GENERAL

Proper installation is your responsibility. A qualified technician must install this range. Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation. It is the responsibility of the installer to comply with the installation clearances specified on the oven model/serial rating plate. This plate is located on the frame behind the storage door panel. IM- PORTANT: Be sure to observe all governing codes and ordinances. In the absence of local codes, installation must conform with American National Standard, National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 — latest edition*.

* American Gas Association 1515 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, Virginia 22209

The dimensions of the range are shown below. Check the location where the range will be installed. The location should be away from strong draft areas, such as windows, doors, and strong heating vents or fans. The range should be located for convenient use in the kitchen.

ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALL OR FLOOR ARE TO BE SEALED AFTER THE RANGE IS INSTALLED.

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION

The installation of this range must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD, Part 280), or when such standard is not applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/NFPA 510A, or with local codes.

When this range is installed in a mobile home, it must be secured to the floor during transit. Any method of securing the range is adequate as long as it conforms to the standards listed above.

Copies of standards listed may be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

27-1/8" depth with handle

24-13/16

46-7/8

overall height

cooktop

height

29-7/8" width

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CABINET DIMENSIONS

Use only the cabinet opening dimensions that are shown below. The dimensions shown are for minimum clearances.

A grounded electrical outlet is required (see page 1-4).

A proper gas supply connection must be available (see page 1-6).

max. upper

cabinet depth

min.

cabinet opening width

/8" min.

30-

opening width

min. clearance upper cabinet to countertop

2" minimum countertop space to side wall or other combustible material

Contact a qualified floor covering installer to check that the floor covering can withstand at least 90˚F above room temperature.

Use an insulated pad, or 1/4" plywood under the range if installing the range over carpeting.

The Anti-Tip bracket MUST be installed. (See page 1-7 for details.)

4-1/2

This shaded area shown in the illustration is the recommended area for installation of rigid gas pipe.

Flexible gas pipe and an electrical outlet are recommended in either shaded area.

Do not pinch the power cord between the range and the wall when you push the range into its mounting location.

Clearance Note:

A clearance of 30" minimum is

required when the bottom of a wood or metal

cabinet is protected by not less than

/4" of flameretardant millboard covered with not less than #28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015

stainless steel, 0.024

aluminum, or 0.020" copper. A minimum clearance

between the top of the cooking platform and

of 36 the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal cabinet is required.

Refer to “Clearance Note” above.

Do not seal the range to the side cabinets.

If the cabinet depth is greater than 24", the oven frame must extend beyond the cabinet

4-1/2

front by 1/2" minimum.

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TOOLS & MATERIAL YOU WILL NEED

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TOOLS

Standard (flat-bladed) screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Robertson (S2) screwdriver Torx (T10 & T20) screwdrivers Spirit level Pipe wrench Channel lock pliers Measuring tape

/8" ratchet drive

Hand or electric drill

/8" wood drill bit or 3/16" carbide-tipped

masonry drill bit

/16" , 1/2", & 3/8" combination wrench

Mirror

Safety glasses

Gloves

ADDITIONAL MATERIAL

ILLUSTRATIONS

spirit level

3/8" ratchet drive

wood floor: 1/8" drill bit

concrete/ceramic floors: 3/16" carbide-tipped masonry drill bit

15/16", 1/2" and 3/8" combination wrench

mirror

flat-blade

screwdriver

Phillips

screwdriver

tape measure or ruler

channel lock pliers

gloves

Gas line shutoff valve

/2" male pipe thread for connection to pressure

regulator

L.P. gas-resistant pipe-joint compound

A.G.A. design-certified flexible metal connector (4 to 5 feet), or rigid gas supply line

Insulated pad or

/4" plywood, if range is installed

over carpeting

PARTS SUPPLIED

1 Anti-tip bracket 2 Plastic anchors 2 Screws (#10 x 1-

ness of the flooring may require longer screws. These are available at your local hardware store.

/2" ) NOTE: The thick-

hand or electric drill

ANTI-TIP BRACKET

safety glasses

pipe wrench

#10 X 1-1/2" SCREWS

PLASTIC ANCHORS

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ELECTRICAL SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

An electrical ground is required on this appliance.

If a cold water pipe is interrupted by plastic, nonmetallic gaskets, or other insulating materials, do not use for grounding.

Do not ground to a gas pipe.

Do not change the power supply cord plug. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Do not use a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit. It could result in an electrical shock.

Do not use an extension cord with this range.

Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or death.

The following information applies to the gas range wiring:

• A 3-wire, single phase, 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-

only electrical supply is required on a separate 10-ampere circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse, or circuit breaker, is recommended. The fuse must be sized as per local codes in accordance with the electrical rating of the appliance specified on the model/serial rating plate, which is located on the frame behind the storage door panel.

• The gas range must be connected with cop-

per wire only.

• Wire sizes and connections must conform to

the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70—latest edition*, and all local codes and ordinances. Wire sizes and connections must conform with the rating of the appliance. Copies of the standards listed above may be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association

Batterymarch Park Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

Equipment & Property Damage

Use a separate power line for this gas range, and make sure that you connect it to the proper voltage source. Failure to do so could result in improper operation, equipment, or property damage.

GENERAL

If codes permit, and a separate grounding wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the grounding path is adequate.

• The gas range should be connected directly

to the fused disconnect (or circuit breaker) through flexible, armored, or nonmetallic sheathed, copper cable. The flexible, armored cable that extends from the appliance should be connected directly to the junction box.

• Locate the junction box to allow as much slack

as possible between the junction box and the appliance so that the appliance can be moved if servicing is ever necessary. Do not cut the conduit.

• A U.L.-listed,

provided at the junction box.

• A wiring diagram is located in the “Tech Tips”

(Section 5) of this manual.

/2" conduit connector must be

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WARNING

Personal Injury/Fire Hazard

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the grounding prong from the range cord. Failure to provide proper polarization may cause shock and fire hazard.

ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM

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Once you are sure that the plug is polarized properly, perform the next step.

2. Connect the power cord plug on the gas range to a 120-volt AC receptacle that is on a separately fused line.

3-PRONG GROUNDING-

3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG

TYPE WALL RECEPTACLE

When connecting an appliance that has an electronic ignition system to a 120-volt AC receptacle, it is very important that the receptacle wiring is correctly polarized and properly grounded. If the plug is not polarized properly, the ignitor module will not operate correctly.

1. The 120-volt AC receptacle should use 3wires, and be polarized with two plug slots and a round grounding pin. Proper wiring for this type of receptacle is as follows:

a) The white wire is connected to the neutral

side of the plug.

b) The black wire is connected to the hot

(120-volt ac) side of the plug.

c) The green, or bare wire is connected to

the round grounding pin of the plug.

3-WIRE

AC RECEPTACLE

WHITE

BLACK

POWER SUPPLY

CORD

GROUNDING PRONG

GREEN

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GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Fire Hazard

The gas appliance must be connected to a regulated gas supply.

Do not use an open flame to test for gas leaks from gas connections.

New A.G.A.-designed and certified flexible gas line should be used, when codes permit.

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

If you smell gas:

• Do not light any appliance.

• Do not operate any electrical switches.

• Do not use the telephone.

• Call the gas supplier immediately from a neighbor’s telephone, and follow the gas supplier’s instructions carefully.

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

Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire, explosion, or other personal injury.

This range is factory set for use with natural gas. It is designed-certified by the American Gas Association (A.G.A.) for natural or L.P. gases with the appropriate conversion. The model/serial rating plate has information on the type of gas that can be used. If the type of gas listed does not agree with the type of gas available, check with the local gas supplier. Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician.

A rigid, both natural and L.P. gas at the gas range installation location. Long lengths of smaller size pipe may result in an insufficient supply of gas to the range. Pipe-joint compounds, made for use with natural and L.P. gas, must be used.

If local codes and ordinances permit, new A.G.A.approved, flexible metal tubing can be used for connecting the appliance to the gas supply line. Do not kink or damage the flexible tubing when moving the appliance. A connecting to the female pipe threads of the pressure-regulator.

/4" gas supply pipe, must be provided for

/4" male pipe thread is needed for

GENERAL

This installation must conform with local codes and ordinances. In the absence of local codes, installation must conform with the American National Standard, National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1— latest edition.*

Copies of the standards listed above may be obtained from:

* American Gas Association 1515 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, Virginia 22209

Input ratings shown on the model/serial rating plate (located on the frame behind the storage door panel) are for elevations up to 2,000 feet. For elevations above 2,000 feet, contact the local service company.

The supply line must be equipped with an approved shutoff valve. This valve should be located in the same room as the appliance, and should be in a location that allows easy access to turn the gas supply on and off. Do not block the access to the shutoff valve. Never reuse an old connector

when installing a new range.

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INSTALLING THE RANGE

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Take special care when drilling holes in the floor or wall. Electrical wires may be behind the wall or floor covering and could cause an electrical shock if you touch them.

Locate the electrical circuits that could be affected by the installation of the anti-tip bracket and turn off power to these circuits.

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5. Remove the cardboard shipping base from under the range.

6. Remove the storage drawer from the range.

7. Using a ing legs

/8" drive ratchet, lower the rear level-

/2 -turn.

front leveling leg

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Personal Injury Hazard

To reduce the risk of tipping of the range, the range must be secured by a properly installed floor-mounted anti-tip bracket, supplied with the range.

If range is moved to a new location, the anti-tip bracket must be reinstalled in the new location.

Because of the weight and size of this range, two or more people are required to move it.

Do not use the handle for lifting.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.

INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP BRACKET

1. Use safety glasses and gloves to install the range.

2. Remove the oven racks and parts package from inside the oven. Also remove all shipping materials, tape, and protective film from the range.

3. Slide a cardboard shipping base under the range to prevent damage to the floor covering.

4. Use the anti-tip bracket template/instruction sheet, and install the anti-tip bracket. The anti-tip bracket must be anchored securely to the sub floor. Depending on the thickness of the flooring, longer screws may be needed to anchor the bracket to the sub floor.

rear leveling leg

8. Use channel lock pliers and lower the front leveling legs

9. Carefully move the range to its final operating location. Make sure that the rear leveling leg is engaged in the anti-tip bracket .

10. If you are installing the range in a mobile home, secure the range to the floor. Use a method that complies with the standards in the “Mobile Home Installation” instructions on page 1-1.

11. Place the racks in the oven, then place a level on a rack, and check to make sure that the range is level. Readjust the legs, as necessary. NOTE: For proper baking conditions, the range must be level.

/2 -turn.

slide leg in anti-tip bracket

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WARNING

Fire Hazard

pressure regulator

When you make gas line connections, especially to the pressure regulator, do not make the connections too tight. If you do, you may crack the regulator (or pipe) and cause a gas leak, which could result in a possible fire, or explosion.

INSTALLING THE GAS LINE

The following procedure is for a typical gas line installation and its associated components to the gas range. Use pipe-joint compound that is made for use with natural and L.P. gas to seal all of the connections. Tighten all of the connections with an adjustable (pipe) wrench.

1. Turn all of the range knobs to OFF.

2. Remove the storage drawer so you can access the regulator.

3. Remove the plastic dust cap from the inlet of the pressure regulator.

4. Assemble the rigid or flexible gas line between the gas supply pipe and the pressure regulator. Typical installations are shown in the following two illustrations. Use pipe-joint compound that is made for L.P. gas to seal the connections.

90˚ elbow

adapter

1/2" to 3/4 gas pipe

A Typical Flexible Gas Line

flexible line

gas shutoff valve

5. Use a 15/16" combination wrench and channel lock pliers and tighten all of the fittings securely.

6. Seal all of the openings in the floor or wall around the range installation.

90˚ elbow

pressure regulator

90˚ elbow

nipple union iron pipe

union

nipple

1/2" to 3/4 gas pipe

A Typical Rigid Gas Line

gas shutoff valve

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CHECKING FOR LEAKS

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Turn off the main gas supply before you try to stop a leak.

Be sure that all leaks are stopped before lighting pilots or burners.

Do not use an open flame to test for gas leaks.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in a possible fire, or explosion.

1. Make sure that no open flame is present, then open the gas line shutoff valve and the regulator shutoff valve.

regulator shutoff valve to “open” position

CHECKING THE PRESSURE REGULATOR

The pressure regulator must be checked at a

minimum 1 The inlet pressure to the regulator should be set as follows:

a) Set the minimum pressure using natural

b) Set the maximum pressure at 14".

For testing the line pressure above pressure gauge:

a) Disconnect the appliance and its individual

For testing the line pressure @ a pressure gauge:

a) Close the gas supply shutoff valve to the

NOTE: If you are converting the range for L.P. gas, proceed to the next page. If not, proceed to “Checking The Maintop Burner Operation” on page 1-13.

water column above the set pressure.

gas @ 5

and for L.P. gas @ 11

/2 psi with a

shutoff valve from the gas supply when the

pressures are greater than

/2 psi (3.5 kPa).

/2 psi or lower with

appliance when the pressures are equal to,

or less than

/2 psi (3.5 kPa).

open gas line shutoff valve

to range

gas supply

2. Turn one of the burner gas valves on until the air in the line is expelled and gas begins to flow out the burner, then turn the valve off.

3. Use a brush and liquid detergent and check all the connections for possible leaks. If bubbling occurs around the joint, tighten the connection further until the bubbling just stops. Do not overtighten the connection.

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CONVERTING THE PRESSURE REGULATOR &

MAINTOP BURNERS FOR L.P. GAS

THE PRESSURE REGULATOR

WARNING

Personal Injury Hazard

Do not operate the burners of this range when using L.P. (bottled) gas before converting the pressure regulator, burner orifices, and oven pilot adjustment screw (if applicable), for L.P. gas usage.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in high flames and toxic fumes, causing serious injury.

Fire Hazard

Shut off the gas supply line valve.

Make all conversions before turning gas supply valve back on.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in explosion, fire, or other injury.

1. Remove the storage drawer from the range.

2. Remove the plastic cover from the pressure regulator.

3. Use a wrench, and turn the cap marked “N” on the front of the pressure regulator counterclockwise, and remove it. NOTE: Do not disturb the spring under the cap.

L.P.

4. Turn the cap over so that the letters visible and reinstall it into the regulator.

5. Reinstall the plastic cover on the pressure regulator.

Pressure Regulator

Natural Gas

are

Conversions to the pressure regulator and burner orifices for L.P. gas usage must be done by a qualified service technician.

regulator to convert it.

To convert the regulator from natural to L.P. gas, use the following procedure:

Do not remove the

Pressure Regulator

Natural Gas

L.P. Gas

cap

washer

L.P. Gas

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RIGHT VENTURI

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SEALED BURNERS

1. Remove the grates and burner caps from the burners.

2. Remove the screws from each of the four burners.

SCREW

BURNER

MAINTOP

3. Lift each burner off the venturi and burner ignitor.

BURNER

4. Push the front of the maintop to the right while lifting the right corner and unclip it, then push to the left and unclip the left corner. Lift the front of the maintop and prop it up.

PUSH TO SIDE AND LIFT TO UNCLIP

MAINTOP

CLIP

BURNER IGNITOR

VENTURI

MAINTOP

SIDE PANEL

5. Remove the left and right venturi from the burner box.

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6. Removing one orifice spud at a time, use a

/8" combination wrench, and replace the four color-coded natural gas orifice spuds with the same color L.P. gas orifice spuds. NOTE: When you are finished, place the natural gas orifice spuds in a plastic bag, and store them in a safe place for possible future use. Also, keep the literature that was supplied with the orifice spuds, in the same bag.

3. Remove the four burners from the burner support bracket and from over the gas valves. NOTE: If installed, remove the shipping screws from the burners before you remove them.

burner shipping screw

Remove and

orifice spuds

notches

#70 #65 gas #65 #68 black brass manifold brass nickel

L.R. L. F. R. F. R.R. 7,500 BTU 8,500 BTU 8,500 BTU 6,500 BTU

replace the orifice spuds with the same color spuds.

7. Reassemble the range.

CONVENTIONAL BURNERS

1. Remove the grates from the burners.

2. Lift the maintop until the support rods lock .

burner

gas valve

4. Removing one orifice spud at a time, use a

/8" combination wrench, and replace the natural gas orifice spuds with the L.P. gas orifice spuds. NOTE: When you are finished, place the natural gas orifice spuds in a plastic bag, and store them in a safe place for possible future use. Also, keep the literature that was supplied with the orifice spuds, in the same bag.

orifice spuds

Remove and replace the orifice spuds.

notches

brass brass brass brass

L.R. L. F. R. F. R.R. 9,500 BTU 9,500 BTU 9,500 BTU 9,500 BTU

gas manifold

5. Reassemble the range.

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CHECKING THE MAINTOP BURNER OPERATION

1. Install the maintop burner caps on the burners.

2. If not already done, turn on the gas and electrical supplies to the range.

3. Push and turn each of the maintop burner knobs to the LITE position. You should hear a snapping sound as the burner ignitors spark. The gas at each burner should ignite after approximately 4-seconds. When this occurs, turn the knob to the HI setting. NOTE: Do not leave the knob in the LITE position after the burner lights, otherwise the ignitors will continue to spark.

4. Check the maintop burners for the proper flame. The small inner cone should have a very distinct blue flame that is approximately

/8" long. The outer cone will not be as distinct as the inner cone. If the flame is noisy or is blowing, there is too much air during combustion. If the flame is soft and not high enough, there is not enough air. If either of these conditions occur, adjust the air shutters, as shown on the next page.

LO F LAME SETTING ADJUSTMENT (SOME MODELS)

Some gas ranges have a low flame burner adjustment, located inside the shaft of each gas valve (see the illustration below). To adjust the flame:

1. Turn the gas valve knob to its LOW, or SIMMER setting, and remove the control knob.

2. Adjust the screw inside the gas valve stem so that the flame size is as small as possible without going out when the valve is turned quickly from the LITE position to WARM position.

3. Turn off the burners and reinstall the knob.

5. Turn the maintop burners off.

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Adjusting The Air Shutters

SEALED BURNERS

1. Lift the maintop and prop it up (see page 1-11 for the procedure).

2. Remove the control knobs.

3. Open the oven door and remove the three screws from the bottom of the manifold panel, then pull down slightly on the panel, and pull it away from the range.

MANIFOLD PANEL

KNOB

SCREWS

4. Use a screwdriver blade, and adjust the air shutter, as needed. Close the air shutter to decrease the amount of air to the flame. Open the air shutter to increase the amount of air to the flame.

CONVENTIONAL BURNERS

1. Lift the maintop until the support rods lock.

2. Adjust the air shutter openings, as needed. Close the air shutter to decrease the amount of air to the flame. Open the air shutter to increase the amount of air to the flame.

air shutter

venturi air shutter

5. Replace the manifold panel and control knobs and lower the maintop.

3. Lower the maintop.

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CONVERTING THE OVEN BURNERS FOR L.P. GAS

THE BAKE BURNER

1. Remove the oven racks.

2. Remove the two screws from the oven floor and remove the floor.

screws

3. Remove the screws from the heat shield over the bake burner and remove the shield.

heat shield

THE BROIL BURNER

1. Remove the oven racks.

2. Remove the two screws (shown in the illustration) from the broil burner and lift the burner off the orifice hood.

broil burner

screw

orifice hood

Natural gas L.P. gas increases decreases flame flame size in size in this direction this direction

hood

screw

screws

4. Use a 1/2" combination wrench and turn the orifice hood at the base of the bake burner clockwise until it is just snug (approximately

/2 turns). NO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE

2HOOD.

orifice hood bake burner

Natural gas L.P. gas increases decreases flame flame size in size in this direction this direction

hood

3. Use a 1/2" combination wrench and turn the orifice hood at the base of the broil burner clockwise until it is just snug (approximately

/2 turns). NO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE

2HOOD.

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CHECKING THE OVEN BURNER OPERATION

THE BAKE BURNER

NOTE: The bake burner may be controlled by a knob, or an electronic keypad. Refer to the oven control that is used on the range you are testing.

Control Knob

1. Remove the oven racks.

2. Remove the two screws from the oven floor and remove the floor.

screws

5. Check the flame coming from the burner bar. If the flame is noisy, or is blowing away from the bar, there is too much air during combustion. If the flame is soft and not high enough, there is not enough air. If either of these conditions occur, proceed to the next step.

6. With the burner lit, loosen the locking screw, and adjust the venturi air shutter opening for the best flame, then retighten the locking screw.

3. Remove the screws from the heat shield over the bake burner and remove the shield.

heat shield

screws

4. Push and turn the oven selector control knob for a setting of 350˚F. The oven burner should light in 50- to 60-seconds (the delay is due to the time it takes for the gas valve to open and the gas to flow to the burner).

bake burner venturi

locking screw

air shutter

oven base

gas orifice

7. Turn the oven control knob to OFF. When the oven cools, reinstall the heat shield, the oven floor, and the oven racks.

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Electronic Oven Control 1

1. Press the BAKE keypad.

• The BAKE indicator will light.

• 350 will appear in the display.

• The START? indicator will begin to flash after 5-seconds.

2. Press the START/ENTER keypad.

• The PREHEAT or HEAT and ON indicators will appear. NOTE: The PREHEAT indicator light will not be displayed if the oven temperature is over 170˚F.

• The display will show the automatic countdown time (10-minutes) needed to preheat the oven for the selected temperature.

• The oven burner should light in 50- to 60seconds (the delay is due to the time it takes for the gas valve to open and the gas to flow to the burner).

• After preheat, the PREHEAT indicator light will go out (Control A only).

• A 1-second tone will sound.

• The countdown timer will change to 350.

3. Open the storage drawer and check the flame coming from the burner bar. If the flame is noisy, or is blowing away from the bar, there is too much air during combustion. If the flame is soft and not high enough, there is not enough air. If either of these conditions occur, refer to step 6 on page 1-16.

4. Press the OFF/CANCEL keypad.

Electronic Oven Control 2

1. Press the BAKE keypad.

• The BAKE indicator will light.

• 350 will appear in the display.

• The START? indicator will begin to flash after 5-seconds (Control D only).

2. Press the START/ENTER keypad.

• PrE and 10:00 will appear.

• The HEAT and ON indicators will light.

• The oven burner should light in 50- to 60seconds (the delay is due to the time it takes for the gas valve to open and the gas to flow to the burner).

• The oven is preheated when the time in the display counts down to 0:00.

• A 1-second tone will sound.

• PrE will change to 350.

4. Press the OFF/CANCEL keypad.

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THE BROIL BURNER

NOTE: The broil burner may be controlled by a knob, or an electronic keypad. Refer to the oven control that is used on the range you are testing.

Control Knob

1. Push and turn the oven selector control knob to BROIL. The broil burner should light in 50to 60-seconds (the delay is due to the time it takes for the gas valve to open and the gas to flow to the burner).

3. With the burner lit, loosen the locking screw, and adjust the air shutter opening for the best flame, then retighten the locking screw.

2. Check the flame coming from the broil burner bar. If the flame is noisy, or is blowing away from the bar, there is too much air during combustion. If the flame is soft and not high enough, there is not enough air. If either of these conditions occur, proceed to the next step.

air shutter

rear of oven liner

gas orifice

locking screw

broil burner venturi

4. Turn the oven control knob to OFF.

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Electronic Oven Control 1

1. Press the CUSTOM BROIL keypad.

• 525 or HI will appear in the display.

• The BROIL indicator will light.

• The START? indicator will begin to flash after 5-seconds.

2. Press the START/ENTER keypad.

• The HEAT (Control B only) and ON indicators will light.

• The broil burner should light in 50- to 60seconds (the delay is due to the time it takes for the gas valve to open and the gas to flow to the burner).

3. Open the storage drawer and check the flame coming from the broil burner bar (use a mirror, if necessary). If the flame is noisy, or is blowing away from the bar, there is too much air during combustion. If the flame is soft and not high enough, there is not enough air. If either of these conditions occur, refer to step 3 on page 1-18.

Electronic Oven Control 2

1. Press the CUSTOM BROIL keypad.

• HI will appear in the display.

• The BROIL indicator will light.

• The START? indicator will begin to flash after 5-seconds.

2. Press the START/ENTER keypad.

• The HEAT and ON indicators will light.

• The broil burner should light in 50- to 60seconds (the delay is due to the time it takes for the gas valve to open and the gas to flow to the burner).

4. Press the OFF/CANCEL keypad.

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REMOVING/REINSTALLING THE OVEN DOOR

To remove the oven door:

1. Open the door approximately half way and install the shipping pin (supplied with the range), or a hangers on each side of the door.

insert shipping pin or allen wrench in this hole

oven door hinge

2. Close the oven door as far as the shipping pins will allow.

/16" allen wrench, into the hinge

range

hanger

To reinstall the oven door:

1. Insert the hinge hangers into the front slots of the range as far as they will go, then lift the door while you push against it, and hook the hinge slots in the pins.

remove shipping pin or allen wrench from this hole

hinge hanger

slot

2. Remove the shipping pins and close the door.

3. Lift the door as far as possible so the slots in the hinge hangers clear the pins, then rotate the top toward you, and pull the hinges from the slots in the front of the range.

2. ROTATE

3. PULL

oven door

1. LIFT

slot pin

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THEORY OF OPERATION

THE COOKTOP BURNERS

Refer to the illustration below while you read this description.

When a surface burner control knob is turned to the “lite” position, the gas valve r opens, and gas from the pressure regulator s flows into the manifold t, and through the open valve. As gas passes through the valve and its orifice, it is directed into the venturi u, where it mixes with air to create the proper mixture necessary for combustion.

At the same time, line voltage is applied through the ignitor switch v to the ignitor module w, which produces high-voltage pulses to all of the burner ignitors x. The pulses cause a spark y to occur between the burner ignitor and the grounded burner cap z, which ignites the gas and air mixture at the burner head, and produces a flame.

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IGNITOR

MODULE

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GAS INLET

PRESSURE

REGULATOR

GAS FLOW

IGNITOR SWITCH

GAS

MANIFOLD

120 VAC

LINE VOLTAGE

OFF

LITE

GAS VALVE

BURNER

CONTROL

HIGH VOLTAGE

PULSES

TO BURNER

IGNITOR

VENTURI

KNOB

GAS FLOW

BURNER CAP

SPARK

BURNER IGNITOR

BURNER

BURNER FLAME

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IGNITOR SYSTEM OVERVIEW

This gas range uses two Carborundum ignitors to provide a source for igniting gas from the bake and broil burners. Norton ignitors were previously used in the Whirlpool gas ranges, and both of these ignitors operate the same way. The only differences are in the design (see the illustrations), and in the current ratings.

Carborundum Ignitor

2.5 - 3.0 Amps

IGNITOR SYSTEM OPERATION

The oven ignitor system in these Whirlpool gas ranges has the following three main components, and is wired in a series-parallel circuit (see the illustration below):

1. An Electronic Oven Control (EOC).

2. Two Carborundum Ignitors (Bake &

Broil).

3. Dual Gas Safety Valve.

BROIL IGNITOR

RELAY

CUSTOM

BAKE

O F

HEAT BAKE BROIL LOCKED CLEAN TIMER

AUTO

CLEAN

BROIL

DELAY TIMER

CLOCK

SET

TIME

ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL (EOC)

N E

MIN

STOP TIMER OFF

OFF

CANCEL

TER

5 SEC

BAKE IGNITOR

A Carborundum ignitor uses a round design, and limits the operating current flow to between 2.5 and 3.0 amperes.

A Norton ignitor uses a rectangular design, and limits the operating current flow to between 3.2 and 3.6 amperes.

Norton Ignitor

3.2 - 3.6 Amps

All of the self-clean gas ranges use these components. When the EOC is set to the bake or broil mode and a temperature is selected, the relay on the EOC closes, and provides power to the ignitor. With power applied, current flows through the ignitor circuit, and the ignitor begins to heat and glow.

DUAL GAS SAFETY VALVE

ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL

RELAY

BROIL VALVE

BROIL IGNITOR

BAKE VALVE

BAKE IGNITOR

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