Viking F20143D - Manual (Page 4)

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Before You Use Your New Range
Steel Griddle/Simmer Plate (if applicable)
The griddle is a heavy-weight, blanchard finished steel griddle that has a
USDA authorized protective coating. Before using, remove protective
coating with vinegar and water and rinse well. No additional seasoning
is needed for efficient use.
Grill (If applicable)
The grates should be removed and washed in hot soapy water, rinsed
and then replaced prior to use. Other grill parts should be removed,
dusted, and replaced, making sure that no flammable materials have ben
accidentally placed in the grill.
Drip Tray/Pan (If applicable - Griddle or Grill Models only)
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.
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22. This appliance is not connected to a combustion products evacuation
device. It shall be installed and connected in accordance with current
installation regulations giving particular attention to the relevant
requirements regarding ventilation.
23. 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.
24. Do not clean door gasket. It is essential for a good, tight seal. Care
should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the gasket.
25. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any
kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.
26. Before self-cleaning the oven, remove broiler pan, broiler grid, oven
racks, rack supports, and other utensils. Do not use your oven to
clean other parts. A fan noise should be heard sometime during the
cleaning cycle; if not, call service before self-cleaning again.
27. WARNING: When self-cleaning, surfaces may get hotter than usual,
therefore, children should be kept away.
Cooking Utensils
Each cook has his or her own preference for the particular cooking
utensils that are most appropriate for the type cooking being done. Any
and all cooking utensils are suitable for use in the range and it is not
necessary to replace your present domestic utensils with commercial
cookware. This a matter of personal choice. As with any cookware, yours
should be in good condition and free from excessive dents on the
bottom to provide maximum performance and convenience. NOTE:
WHEN USING BIG POTS AND/OR HIGH FLAMES, IT IS
RECOMMENDED TO USE THE FRONT BURNERS. THERE IS MORE
ROOM IN THE FRONT AND POTENTIAL CLEANUP OF REAR OF
APPLIANCE DUE TO STAINING OR DISCOLORATION WILL BE
MINIMIZED.
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.
Oven
Before first use, wipe interior with soapy water and dry thoroughly.
Lighting the Burners
All burners are ignited by electric ignition. There are no open-flame,
“standing” pilots.
Using Your Range
Surface Burners-Automatic Re-ignition
To light the surface burners, turn the appropriate control knob counter
clockwise to any position. This control is both a gas valve and an electric
switch. Burners will ignite at any “on” position with the automatic
reignition system. If the flame goes out for any reason, the burners will
automatically rei-gnite if the gas is still flowing. When gas is permitted to
flow to the burners, the electric igniters start sparking. On all surface
igniters you should hear a “clicking” sound. If you do not, turn off the
control and check that the unit is plugged in and that the fuse or circuit
breaker is not blown or tripped.
Within a few moments, enough gas will have traveled to the burner to
be able 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.