Whirlpool FGP325A User's Manual
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1. A Note To You Important Safety Instructions rise Parts And Features Using Your Range Caring For Your Range 16 If You Need Assistance Or Service 22 Warranty 24 1 800 44 ROPER Call us with questions or comments STANDARD CLEANING GAS RANGES TO THE INST INSTRUCTION BOOK WIM EUN S MODELS FGP325A FGP320A TO THE CONSUMER PLEASE READ AND FLP320A FGP315Y KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE FGP310Y FLP310A 5 93 A Note To You Thank you for buying a Roper appliance You have purchased a quality world class home appliance Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble free operation we have developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the Owner ship Registration Card provided with your appliance This will help us notify you about any new informa tion on your appliance Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety symbols and statements Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol AWARNING CAUTION This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as This symbol will help you avoid actions which personal injury burns fire and electrical shoc2. 4 Remove oven racks Remove the two hold down screws at the rear of the oven If screws are too tight to remove by hand use a screwdriver Place fingers in slots in bottom panel and lift rear of panel up and back until lip at the front of panel is clear of front frame of oven cavity Lift bottom up and out To replace 1 Place oven bottom panel in oven with the back raised about 6 inches or until you can insert the hold down lip at front of panel under the front frame of oven cavity Push back of oven bottom panel down fully into place on metal flanges on rear wall and insert the hold down screws CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your range PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN e Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Do not soak e Replace knobs Make sure all knobs point to OFF DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive cleaners They may damage the finish of the knobs Control knobs Sponge and warm soapy water e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive cleaners They may damage the finish DO NOT SPRAY cleaner directly on panel Apply cleaner to paper towel Control panel Sponge and warm soapy water OR Paper towel and spray glass cleaner e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly USE nonabras
3. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your range Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features Anti tip bracket on wall behind backguard Backguard varies with model Oven vent Surface burners and grates Model and serial number plate under cooktop Control panel Oven burner not shown Broiler drawer Control panel Surface burner Right rear Right front markers controlknob control knob Left rear Left front Oven temperature control knob control knob control USING YOUR RANGE Using Your Range In This Section Using the surface burners Adjusting the oven temperature control Positioning racks and pans Broiling For best air circulation Energy saving tips Lighting standing pilots The oven vent Baking roasting To obtain the best cooking results possible you must operate your range properly This section gives you important information for efficient and safe use of your range Using the surface burners Your range is equipped with either standing pilots or electric ignitors Standing pilots must be lit initially with a match following the directions on page 11 The pilot light will remain lit when the burners are turned off To turn a burner on again just push in and turn the control knob to LITE and the burner will light Electric ignitors automati cally light the burner
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5. For Your Range In This Section Surface burner grates Removing the oven door Lift up cooktop Removing the oven bottom Surface burners Cleaning chart Your range is designed for ease of care You can do most cleaning with items found around your AWARNING home Cleaning your range whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and Burn Electrical Shock Fire and operating like new Explosion Hazard e Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning e Do not use oven cleaners bleach or rust removers Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air Failure to follow these guidelines could result in burns electrical shock fire or explosion Surface burner grates 1 Make sure all surface burners are off and the surrounding parts are cool 2 Lift off the surface burner grates 3 Wash the grates with warm soapy water or in a dishwasher Use a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad for cooked on foods Rinse and dry well 4 Replace burner grates 16 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Lift up cooktop 1 Remove surface burner grates 2 Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place AWARNING Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard e Be sure both support rods are fully ex tended and in the locked position Failure to do so could result in personal injury from the cooktop accidentally falling e Do not drop the cooktop
6. before Push control knob s in before turning to will not turn turning a setting Cooking results The range is not level Level range See Installation Instructions are not what you expected Adjust the oven temperature control See Adjusting the oven temperature control on page 13 Preheat oven if called for in recipe The oven temperature seems too low or too high The oven was not preheated as the recipe calls for The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source The pans are not the type or size recommended in the recipe There is not proper air circulation around pan when baking Use only tested recipes from a reliable source Refer to a reliable cookbook for recom mended pan type and size Allow 1 to 2 inches 4 5 cm on all sides of the pans for air circulation There must be a minimum space of 1 inch 2 5 cm Adjust flame size to fit cooking utensil Flame size does not fit the cooking utensil being used When broiling you have not completely closed the broiler drawer Completely close broiler drawer 2 If you need assistance 3 If you need service Call our toll free telephone number Dial free Contact the dealer from whom you purchased from anywhere in the U S the appliance or the authorized servicer in your 1 800 44 ROPER area For help finding an authorized servic
7. ignitors can be manually lighted Hold a lit match near a burner and slowly turn the control knob on until the burner lights After the burner lights turn the control knob to the desired setting Power failures will not affect standing pilots Do not attempt to operate an electric ignition oven during a power failure AWARNING Burn Fire Explosion and Product Damage Hazard e Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil The flame can burn you and cause poor cooking results e Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF when you are not cooking Someone could be burned or a fire could start if a burner is accidentally left ON e f the flame should go out while cooking or if there is a strong gas odor turn the burners OFF Wait five minutes for the gas odor to disappear before relighting burner If gas odor is still present see safety note on page 3 Failure to follow these precau tions could result in explosion or fire Do not leave an empty utensil or one which has boiled dry on a hot surface burner The utensil can overheat and may damage the utensil or cooking product Cookware tips There is no one brand of cooking utensil that is best for all people Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select the correct cooking utensils for your needs e NOTE For best results and greater fuel efficiency use only flat bottomed utensils that make good c
8. open grounded window will further minimize exposure continued on next page e CAUTION Do not store things children might want above the range Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it 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 e Do not operate the range if it is damaged or not working properly Do not use the range for warming or heating the room Persons could be burned or injured or a fire could start e Do not attempt to light the oven burner on electric ignition models during a power failure Personal injury could result Reset oven controls to the off position in the event of a power failure e Use the range only for its intended use as described in this manual e DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS AREAS NEAR SURFACE BURNERS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF OVEN Areas near surface burners and interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface burners areas near surface burners or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool Other surfaces of the range may become hot enough to cause burns such as the oven vent opening the surface near the vent opening the cooktop and the oven door IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e Do not wear loo
9. Damage can result to the porcelain and the cooktop frame 3 Wipe with warm soapy water Use a soapy steel wool pad on heavily soiled areas NOTE When cleaning under the cooktop on standing pilot models be careful not to extinguish pilots 4 To lower the cooktop lift cooktop from both sides while pressing the support rods back to unlock them Lower the cooktop into place Replace surface burner grates Surface burners 1 Lift up the cooktop following the instructions above 2 Before cleaning remove screws that hold each of the burners in place The screws prevent the burners from moving during shipment Remove the shipping screw with a Phillips screwdriver lift the burner up tilt it to one side at the end closest to the ignitor and move it toward the back of the range This separates the burner from the gas valve at the front of the range so it can be easily removed 3 Wipe off surface burners with warm soapy water and a sponge after each use To remove cooked on food soak the burners in a vinegar and water solution for 20 30 minutes Scrub with a plastic scrubbing pad 4 If ports are clogged clean with a straight pin DO NOT enlarge or distort the ports DO NOT use a toothpick to clean the ports Screws 17 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE 5 Before putting the burners back dry them thoroughly by setting them in a warm oven for 30 minutes 6 Replace burners making sure they are properly seated and l
10. ck burners The pilot flame should be to in 6 1 cm high 4 If the pilot flame needs adjustment turn the pilot adjustment screw midway down the pe length of the manifold pipe behind the control w panel 5 Lower the cooktop and replace the grates rae qd before using the surface burners To light oven burner pilot 1 Make sure the Oven Temperature Control is turned off 2 Remove the oven bottom see Removing the oven bottom on page 19 Then unscrew the burner baffle located on the burner see Installation Instructions for more information about the baffle 3 Hold a lit match over the oven burner pilot located at the rear of the burner 4 After the oven burner pilot is burning steadily check burner lighting by turning the Oven Temperature Control to a temperature above 140 F 60 C The burner will take 50 60 seconds to light 5 Replace the burner baffle and oven bottom USING YOUR RANGE Baking roasting 1 Position the rack s properly before turning on the oven To change rack position lift rack at front and pull out For further informa tion see Positioning racks and pans on page 9 Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to the baking roasting temperature you want The oven burner will automatically light in 50 60 seconds 3 When baking preheat the oven for 10 min utes Put food in the oven NOTE Do not preheat when roasting or cooking items such as casserole
11. er in 1 800 447 6737 your area call our toll free telephone number in and talk with one of our trained consultants The Step 2 consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if 4 If you are not satisfied with service is necessary recommend a qualified how the problem was service company in your area solved For further information write to e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Mr William Clark Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of inde Consumer Assistance Representative pendent consumer experts that voices con Roper Brand Appliances sumer views at the highest levels of the major 2000 M 63 appliance industry Benton Harbor M 49022 e Contact MACAP only when the dealer Please include a daytime phone number in your authorized servicer and Roper Brand Appliance correspondence warrantor have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action 23 ROPER Gas Cooking Product LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in from date of purchase materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of your appliance 2 Instruct you how to use your appliance 3 Replace
12. evel Replace screws 7 Occasionally check the burner flames for proper size and shape as shown A good flame is blue in color If flames lift off ports are yellow or are noisy when turned off you may need to clean the burners see page 17 or call a qualified technician for adjustment Typical surface burner flame at the highest setting Removing the oven door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to clean the oven AWARNING Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before removing oven door Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock To remove 1 Open the door as far as it will go 2 Remove the screws on each side of the oven door 3 Close the door about of the way 4 Lift the door up and off the hinges 18 To replace 1 Be sure the hinge arms are in the open position Be careful if pulling the hinges open by hand Hinges may snap back against the oven frame and could pinch fingers Hold the door at the sides near the top Insert hinge arms into slots at the bottom of the door Insert arms evenly as far as they will go lf the door is not in line with the oven frame remove it and repeat the above steps Replace the screws on the oven door CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Removing the oven bottom The panel in the oven bottom can be removed for cleaning or to light burner pilot To remove 1 2
13. house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Replace owner accessible light bulbs B Repairs when appliance is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery Your appliance is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to appliance caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by us E Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance This Roper appliance is warranted by Whirlpool Corporation Under no circumstances shall it be liable under this warranty for incidental or consequential damages and all implied warranties are limited to the same time period stated in the express warranties for Roper Brand Appliances Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Roper distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the Assistance or Service section of this book After checking Assistance or Service additional help can be found by calling our toll free telephone number 1 800 44 ROPER 1 800 447 6737 from anywhere in the U S PART NO 316000721 4371970
14. ive plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers They may damage the finish NOTE Do not allow foods containing acids such as vinegar tomato or lemon juice to remain on surface Acids may remove the glossy finish Also wipe up milk or egg spills when cooktop is cool Exterior surfaces other than contro panel Sponge and warm soapy water Surface burner grates Warm soapy water anda nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad OR In dishwasher wash with other cooking utensils Dry completely Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers Dishwasher Surface burners Lift up the cooktop See page 17 e Wipe off spills immediately after burner has cooled For cooked on food Remove burner from manifold with Phillips screwdriver Wash with warm soapy water and a plastic scrubbing pad or soak in vinegar and water solution Rinse and dry well e f ports are clogged clean with a straight pin Do not enlarge or distort ports Do not use a wooden toothpick e Do not clean surface burner in dishwasher Sponge and warm soapy water Warm soapy water and a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad OR Vinegar and water solution 20 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE HOW TO CLEAN e Clean after each use e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly e After broiler is cool wipe interior with warm damp spo
15. k could cause product damage scratches dents etc and damage to your personal property AWARNING e ALL RANGES CAN TIP e INJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT e INSTALL ANTI TIP DEVICES PACKED WITH RANGE e SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS For more information see the The anti tip bracket on page 15 Our toll free number 1 800 44 ROPER 1 800 447 6737 is available 24 hours a day lf you ever have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page 22 If you need further help feel free to call us When calling you will need to know your appliance s complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number plate see diagram on page 6 For your convenience we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer s name and telephone number Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Model Number Dealer Name Serial Number Dealer Phone Purchase Date Important Safety Instructions Gas ranges have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation However as with any appliance there are specific installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to person
16. l Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems their causes and actions you can take to solve each problem Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service When calling our toll free telephone number for help or calling for service please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind Please check the chart below for problems you can fix It could save you the cost of a service call PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Nothing will The power cord is not plugged Plug the power cord into a live circuit operate into a live circuit with proper with proper voltage See Installation voltage Instructions Range is not properly connected Contact an authorized Roper service to gas supply technician to reconnect range to gas supply See Installation Instructions Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Reset controls if needed Remove blockage to airflow to and around range A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped Controls are not set correctly The flow of combustion and or ventilation air to the range is blocked The Oven Temperature Contro
17. l is not turned to a temperature setting Pilot is extinguished on standing pilot models The oven will not operate Push in and turn the Oven Tempera ture Control to a temperature setting Light pilot See Lighting standing pilots on page 11 Plug the power cord into a live circuit with proper voltage See Installation Instructions Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker In case of prolonged power failure manually light burners see page 8 Clean with a straight pin see pages 17 and 20 Light pilot See Lighting standing pilots on page 11 The power cord is not plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped Burner fails to light Burner ports are clogged Pilot is extinguished on standing pilot models Burner ports are clogged Clean with a straight pin see pages 17 and 20 If this fails call an authorized Roper service technician for service Burner flames are uneven Contact an authorized Roper service technician to check air gas mixture Burner flames lift off ports are yellow or are noisy when turned off 22 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Burner makes Burner is wet from washing Let dry popping noise when on Control knob s You are not pushing in
18. n down ribbing and through slots into lower part of the broiler pan See picture 3 Before the broiler is turned on place food on broiler pan and position the broiler pan at one of the three levels Refer to a reliable cookbook for broiling chart Side view 13 USING YOUR RANGE 4 Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to BROIL The broiler will automatically light in 50 60 seconds 5 When broiling is done turn the Oven Temperature Control to OFF NOTE Do not preheat the broiler before using Completely close the broiler drawer during broiling Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is usually a very small percentage of the total energy used in the home cooking energy can be used efficiently Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking product Use pans with flat bottoms straight sides and tight fitting lids e Cook with a minimum of liquid or fat to help shorten cooking time e Preheat pans only when recommended and for the shortest time possible e Start food on higher heat settings then set surface burner control on low or off to finish cooking Use retained heat for cooking when possible e Use the more efficient surface burners instead of the oven when possible Turn on the surface burner only after placing tilled pan on the burner grate e Oven peeking may cause heat loss longer cooking times and unsatisfactory baking results Rely on y
19. nge For heavily soiled areas use a soapy steel wool pad Oven racks Steel wool pad and warm e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly soapy water Oven door glass Paper towel and spray Make sure oven is cool Models FGP325A glass cleaner e Follow directions provided with the FGP320A and OR cleaner FLP320A Warm soapy water and a e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad PART WHAT TO USE Broiler drawer pan Steel wool pad and warm and grid clean after soapy water each use Oven cavity Make sure oven is cool e Remove door and oven bottom for easier access See pages 18 and 19 e Wash rinse and dry well e Remove door for easier access e Rinse well with water Sponge and warm soapy water Soapy steel wool pad for heavily soiled areas OR Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas e Remove door and oven bottom for easier access e Place newspaper on floor to protect floor surface e Follow directions provided with the oven cleaner e Rinse well with clear water Use in well ventilated room Do not allow commercial oven clean ers to contact the heat seal thermo stat or exterior surfaces of the range Damage will occur 21 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service cal
20. ontact with the surface burners Utensils with rounded warped ridged porce lain enamel ware or dented bottoms could cause severe overheating which damages the utensil and or surface burner Woks canners and teakettles with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are now available in most stores that sell housewares e The pan should have straight sides and a tight fitting lid e Choose medium to heavy gauge thickness pans that are fairly lightweight e The pan material metal or glass affects how fast heat transfers from the surface burners through the pan material and how evenly heat spreads over the pan bottom Choose pans that provide the best cooking results e Handles should be made of a sturdy heat resistant material and be securely attached to the pan e Pans should be easy to clean Check to be sure there are no crevices rough edges or areas where food might collect Be sure pans do not tip whether they are full or empty Use utensils only as they were intended to be used Follow pan instructions This is very important for glass cookware because some should be used only in the oven Other pans are marked as flameware and may be used on the surface burners USING YOUR RANGE Home canning information The larger diameter of most water bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can cause damage to the cooktop To protect your range e For best result
21. our timer to keep track of the cooking time e Bake cakes pies or cookies when oven is warm Best time is after a meal has been cooked in it e Preheat the oven no longer than necessary e Plan your meals for the most efficient use of the range When using the oven to cook one food try to cook the rest of the meal in it also e Do not preheat when broiling roasting or cooking items such as casseroles The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent located under the backguard The vent is needed for air circulation Do not block the vent Poor baking roasting will result NOTE Never store plastics paper or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent or any of the surface burners AWARNING Burn Hazard When the oven is ON pans and pan handles left near the oven vent can become hot enough to burn the user and to melt plastics Use potholders to move pans 14 The anti tip bracket The range will not tip during normal use How ever tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti tip bracket properly secured To verify the anti tip bracket is engaged e Look to see if the anti tip bracket is attached with screws to the wall behind the backguard e Make sure the cable tether on the back of the range is secured by the two hooks on the bracket e See Installation Instructions for further details USING YOUR RANGE Caring
22. s Do not place food directly on the oven bottom 4 During baking roasting the oven burner will turn on and off to maintain the temperature setting N 5 When baking roasting is done turn the Oven Temperature Control to OFF 12 USING YOUR RANGE Adjusting the oven temperature control Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use So even though your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures it may cook faster or slower than your old oven If after using the oven for a period of time you are not satisfied with the temperature settings you can adjust them by following these steps 1 Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the off position Pull knob straight off and flip it over 2 Loosen the locking screws inside the control Locking knob Note the position of the notches screws 3 To lower the temperature hold knob handle N firmly and move the tooth a notch clockwise To raise Each notch equals about 10 F 5 C 4 To raise the temperature hold knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch counter clockwise Each notch equals about 10 F 5 C Tighten the locking screws and replace the control knob To lower Broiling The broiler drawer is located below the oven door Always broil with the oven door closed 1 Pull the broiler drawer open and tilt the door panel down 2 Place broiler pan grid so grease can drai
23. s or damage when using the range follow basic precautions includ ing the following WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire 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 e Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e 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 General e Gas fuels and their use in appliances can cause minor exposures to benzene formal e Install or locate the range only in accordance dehyde carbon monoxide and soot primar with the provided Installation Instructions ily from incomplete combustion Significant The range must be installed by a qualified exposure to these substances can cause installer The range must be properly cancer or reproductive harm Properly connected to the proper gas supply and adjusted burners with a blue rather than a checked for leaks The range must also be yellow flame will minimize incomplete properly connected to electrical supply and combustion Venting with a hood or an
24. s use a canner which can be centered over the surface burner Do not place canner on two surface burners at the same time Too much heat will build up and will damage the cooktop e Start with hot water This reduces the time the control is set on high Reduce heat setting to lowest position needed to keep water boiling Positioning racks and pans For baking roasting with one rack place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the AWARNING i oven Personal Injury Hazard Rack placement TOF spar Nie topda e Always position oven rack s in desired RACK POSITION location before tuming oven on Be sure the rack s is level Frozen pies large roasts 1st or 2nd rack e If rack s must be moved while oven is turkeys guide from bottom hot use potholders or oven mitts to Angel and bundt cakes 2nd rack guide protect hands most quick breads yeast from bottom Do not place items on the open oven breads casseroles meats door Cookies biscuits muffins 2nd or 3rd rack e Be careful when installing and removing cakes nonfrozen pies guide from bottom large food items from sixth rack position Food will be close to hot surfaces including oven bottom and sides Failure to follow the above precautions may result in personal injury When baking on two racks arrange racks on first and third rack guides from bottom 6th oven rack position roasting rack When roasting food too large to be placed in o
25. s each time the control knob is turned to LITE Push in control knobs and turn them to the LITE position On electric ignitor models the clicking sound is the ignitor sparking Visually check that burner has lit After the burner lights turn the control knob to the desired setting You can set the control knob anywhere between HI and LO Surface burner markers The solid dot in the surface burner marker shows which surface burner is turned on by that knob Burner heat settings Use correct burner heat settings see next page If the heat setting is too high it can e Char bacon and cause curling Make eggs tough and crisp at the edges e Toughen liver fish and seafood e Scorch delicate sauces and custards e Cause a boilover Push in and turn USING YOUR RANGE Until you get used to the setting use the following as a guide For best results start cooking at the high setting then turn the control knob down to continue cooking SETTING RECOMMENDED USE LITE e To light the burner After the burner lights turn control back to a desired setting e To start foods cooking e To bring liquids to a boil e To hold a rapid boil e To fry chicken or pancakes For gravy pudding and icing e To cook large amounts of vegetables LO e To keep food warm until ready to serve NOTE Do not cook with the control in the LITE position In case of a prolonged power failure Surface burners with electric
26. se or hanging garments when using the range They could ignite if they touch a hot surface burner and you could be burned e Use only dry potholders Moist or damp potholders on surface burners may result in burns from steam Do not let potholder touch surface burners Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder It could catch on fire Keep range vents unobstructed e Do not heat unopened containers They could explode The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury e Do not store flammable materials on or near the range The fumes can create an explo sion and or fire hazard Do not use the oven for storage e Never use a match or other flame to look for a gas leak Explosion and injury could result Know where your main gas shutoff valve is located When using the cooktop 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 Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthen ware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktops without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature e Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers tha
27. t may ignite IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Ju e Turn pan handles inward but not over other surface burners This will help reduce the chance of burns igniting of flammable materials and spills due to bumping of the pan e Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners When using the oven e Always position the oven rack s in desired location while oven is cool e Use care when opening oven door Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replac ing food Grease e Grease is flammable Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents Wipe Spillovers immediately e Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Smother flaming pan by covering with a well fitted lid cookie sheet or tlat tray Flaming grease outside of pan can be extinguished with baking soda or if available a multipurpose dry chemical or foam type extinguisher Care and cleaning e Do not clean door heat seal It is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the seal Clean only parts recommended in this Use and Care Guide e 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 e On some models disconnect the electrical supply before servicing the range On all models disconnect the gas supply at the shutoff valve near the range before servicing
28. ven with rack in lowest position place rack on bottom of oven For proper roasting follow these guidelines e The rack must be level e Use adequate amount of liquid meat juices or water so food does not get overdone Do not try to pull rack out over door Rack will be at the same level as door when door is opened rack position USING YOUR RANGE For best air circulation Hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven This results in better baking e Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other e For best results allow 1 2 2 inches 4 5 cm of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls There must be a minimum space of 1 inch 2 5 cm e Use only one cookie sheet in the oven at one time Use the following as a guide to determine where to place the pans One pan Place in the center of the oven rack Two pans Place in opposite corners of the oven rack Three or four pans Place in opposite corners on each oven rack Stagger pans so no pan is directly over another 10 USING YOUR RANGE Lighting standing pilots models FGP320A FLP320A FGP310Y and FLP310A To light range pilots 1 Make sure all controls are turned off 2 Remove the surface burner grates from the cooktop Lift the cooktop See Lift up cooktop on page 17 3 To light hold a lit match over the pilot light located between the front and ba
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