PROFESSIONAL QUALITY COOKING EQUIPMENT USE AND CARE MANUAL FOR LEGEND RANGETOP MODEL NUMBERS: ARSCT-244, ARSCT-304, ARSCT-366, ARSCT-364GD, ARSCT-364GR, ARSCT-486GD, ARSCT-486GR, ARSCT-4842GD, ARSCT-4842GR, ARSCT-6062GD, ASRSCT-6062GR, ARSCT-606GDGR, ARSCT-244S, ARSCT-304S, ARSCT-366S DESIGN CLASS FUNCTION RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE © 2016 American Range All Rights Reserved 13592 Desmond St., Pacoima, CA 91331 818.897.0808 tel 888.753.9898 toll free www.americanrange.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP FOR YOUR SAFETY! Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING IMPROPER INSTALLATION WARNING! Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death and will void warranty. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
PROFESSIONAL QUALITY COOKING EQUIPMENT To Our Most Valued Customer: Congratulations on your purchase of an American Range product. We hope you will enjoy the design, manufactured quality, innovative features and cooking performance of this product – it represents our continuing dedication to satisfying the most demanding needs of customers like you.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP Table of Contents GENERAL....................................................................................................1-5 General Information..........................................................................................1 About This Manual..............................................................................................2 Shipping Damage Information......................................................................3 Precautions....................
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing damage, personal injury or death. • INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A CERTIFIED / LICENSED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. • WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS º Do not try to light any appliance.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP ABOUT THIS MANUAL The Use and Care Manual is divided into several sections: The Safety Section informs you about significant safety precautions when installing and operating your new fryer. This is a must read section of the manual.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP PRECAUTIONS SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE The equipment is crafted and inspected carefully by skilled personnel before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full responsibility for the safe delivery upon acceptance of the equipment. If you receive a damaged product, immediately contact your delivery company, your dealer, your builder or installer. Do not install or attempt to operate a damaged appliance. 1.
Use & Care Manual ! RANGETOP DANGER To avoid the possibility of explosion or fire, do not store or use combustible, flammable or explosive liquids (such as gasoline) or vapors inside or in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Keep items that could explode, such as aerosol cans, away from the product. Do not store explosive or flammable materials in nearby cabinets or areas.
Use & Care Manual ! RANGETOP CAUTION Purchase a kitchen fire extinguisher for your home and store it in close proximity to your appliance. Should an uncontrolled fire occur, never use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. The oven door interior and exterior, especially the oven door glass can get hot during operation. Do not touch the glass – use the door handle to open or close the range door.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS The location selected for the rangetop must meet the following criteria. If any of these criteria are not met, select another location. CABINET PREPARATION • This rangetop is a free standing unit. • The rangetop can be placed in various positions with respect to the cabinet front, with the front either flush or projecting, depending on the countertop width. • The rangetop is zero-clearance safe against non-combustible surfaces.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PRESSURE REGULATOR 0 The regulator installed in the rangetop is adjusted at the factory for 5" WC (natural gas) or 10" WC (L.P.) depending on the customer’s request. Regulators must not be removed. 0 The regulator can withstand a maximum pressure of 1/2 PSIG (14" WC). If the line pressure is beyond this limit, a step-down regulator will be required.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS • • • • • • • • • • • • Do not remove protective packaging until you are ready to perform the installation. Do not remove the protective wrapping from the product control panel until the product is installed. Caution - the appliance is heavy. Use extreme care when handling! Use proper equipment to move products. Any openings in the wall and in the floor behind or under the oven must be sealed. Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
SIZE 24" 30" 36" 48" 60" 9 13592 Desmond St., Pacoima, CA 91331 818.897.0808 tel 888.753.9898 toll free www.americanrange.com "B" GAS INLET 10 1 2" 21 2" "B" 23.875" 29.875" 35.875" 47.875" 59.
10 13592 Desmond St., Pacoima, CA 91331 818.897.0808 tel 888.753.9898 toll free www.americanrange.com G E 5 34" E 14" Location of gas and electrical supply 10" G Finished opening width "A" 1" 32 Min. combustible material 6" 30" min. to top cooking surface to combustible 30" material or bottom of Min. ventilation hood combustible material 6" Cooking surface Combustible material 30" to ventilation hood 36" 18" 8" Cooking surface Min.
SIZE 24" 30" 36" 48" 60" "B" OVERALL WIDTH GAS INLET COOKING SURFACE "A" 24" 30" 36" 48" 60" 1 10 " 2 2 1" 2 "B" 23.875" 29.875" 35.875" 47.875" 59.875" 13" OVERALL HEIGHT ELECTRIC CORD 8" 9" 24" 27" 28" 29" OVERALL DEPTH 8" 9" 13" Use & Care Manual RANGETOP Overall Dimensions Step Up Rangetop 11 13592 Desmond St., Pacoima, CA 91331 818.897.0808 tel 888.753.9898 toll free www.americanrange.
13" Cabinet depth 12 13592 Desmond St., Pacoima, CA 91331 818.897.0808 tel 888.753.9898 toll free www.americanrange.com G E E 10" G 14" Location of gas and electrical supply 3 12 " 5 34" Finished opening width "A" 41" 36" 37" 28" 30" Min. to top cooking surface Island trim requires to combustible 10" min. distance from material or 30" rear combustible wall bottom of 34" Min. Min. ventilation hood Min.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP OVERALL DIMENSIONS LEGEND RANGETOP A 4" 3/ 5 2 30" 13" MIN . X MA . 18" 3/8 " RANGETOP WIDTH 23-7/8" 29- 7/8" 35- 7/8" 47- 7/8" 59- 7/8" MIN . "A" DIMENSION 30" 36" 48" 60" 66" 13 13592 Desmond St., Pacoima, CA 91331 818.897.0808 tel 888.753.9898 toll free www.americanrange.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP VENT HOOD CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS 24" MIN. or 27" 66" min. to 72" max. 24" 30" min. IMPORTANT ! W ARNING This is a vented appliance. The appliance should not be installed with a ventilation system that blows air downward towards the rangetop. This type of ventilation system may cause ignition and combustion problems with the gas cooking appliance resulting in personal injury or unintended operation.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP INSTALLATION CHECKLIST This checklist has been developed to assure proper installation of your oven. To validate warranty, you must mail, e-mail or fax this form and a copy of your receipt to: AMERICAN RANGE CUSTOMER SERVICE, 13592 DESMOND STREET, PACOIMA, CA 91331 service@americanrange.com 818.897.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP MODEL AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION 4 6 4 4 6 6 4 4 6 6 6 4 4 6 1 0 2 2 0 1 0 0 0 2 AR S AR S 2 Burner Grates 2 3 3 2 2 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 2 2 3 Center Plate 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 Island back 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4" Stub back 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Regis.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP TYPICAL MODEL & PARTS IDENTIFICATION BURNER INDICATOR LIGHT BURNER INDICATOR LIGHT BURNER INDICATOR LIGHT BURNER INDICATOR LIGHT LEFT REAR LEFT REAR GRIDDLE INDICATOR LIGHT GRIDDLE INDICATOR LIGHT LEFT FRONT GRIDDLE KNOB BURNER INDICATOR LIGHT BURNER INDICATOR LIGHT GRILL INDICATOR LIGHT BURNER INDICATOR LIGHT BURNER INDICATOR LIGHT RIGHT REAR GRILL KNOB GRIDDLE KNOB LEFT FRONT GRILL INDICATOR LIGHT RIGHT FRONT RIGHT REAR GRILL KNOB RIGHT FRONT 1 2 3 1 2
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP BEFORE USING THE NEW RANGETOP • Before using the rangetop for the first time, wash the outside area with soap and water to remove any shipping & factory residue. • The burner grates are designed in sections and are easy to remove and clean. They are made of cast iron with a porcelain coating and will remain hot after the burner is turned-off creating a residual heat for continued cooking. Use caution when handling.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP COOKWARE RECOMMENDATIONS To avoid the risk of serious injury, damage to the rangetop or cookware, please observe the following guidelines. Bakeware, such as large casserole pans, cookie sheets, etc., should never be used on the rangetop. Placement of large stock pots should be staggered when used on the rangetop. Select the base diameter of the pot to match the diameter of the flame.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP GRILL OPERATION To turn on the grill, make sure there is nothing on the grilling rack, push in and turn the control counter now clockwise to the HIGH position. The power ON indicator light will glow indicating the grill valve is on. The grill is equipped with a flame-sensing ignition system – that automatically detects the presence of flame on the grill burner – and relights it in the event it should go out. Adjust the flame to the desired height.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP USING THE GRIDDLE The built-in griddle is made of polished steel to provide a smooth cooking surface. A griddle drip pan is included. SEASON THE GRIDDLE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. The griddle has a factory applied coating that must be washed off before using for the first time. (See Cleaning the Griddle below). Pour one Tablespoon of vegetable oil or canola oil and rub on the entire surface of the griddle using a rough cloth.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP TO CLEAN THE RANGETOP The rangetop is constructed from brushed Stainless Steel with polished aluminum burner heads. The burner caps are steel coated porcelain. 1. Wash all surfaces with hot water and dish detergent such as Ivory liquid or Joy. 2. Rub stubborn spots with baking soda or liquid cleaner such as Windex All Surface Cleaner or 409. 3. Do not use abrasives on Stainless Steel. Use rough towels, sponges or soft plastic scrubbers. RUB ONLY WITH THE "GRAIN". 4.
Use & Care Manual RANGETOP TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE RANGETOP PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Rangetop will not heat Burner lights, but clicking won’t stop Convection fan does not turn Igniters keep clicking Foods over-cook WHAT TO DO • • • • • • • • No electrical power to the rangetop Gas service is turned off Gas supply has been interrupted Look for red glow of hot surface igniter Mis-wired high voltage connections No ground Poor electrical ground Reversed polarity • • • • • • • • • Switch the fan on Uni
WARRANTY REQUIREMENT For reliable operation and for your own safety, this professional cooking equipment must be installed by a certified/licensed contractor. Failure to comply will void any written or implied warranty. Should the equipment require service during the standard warranty period, the receipt proving certified installation must be made available to American Range for verification.
