USE & CARE MANUAL Rangetops RNB Platinum™ 1 750302
BlueStar® Rangetop Use & Care Manual MODELS RNB, Platinum™ THIS APPLIANCE WAS DESIGNED FOR EASE OF INSTALLATION AND OPERATION. HOWEVER, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU READ ALL SECTIONS OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION. INSTALLATION MUST BE PERFORMED BY AN APPROVED GAS INSTALLER OR GAS SERVICE TECHNICIAN OR THE WARRANTY IS VOID. IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS A LICENSED PLUMBER OR GAS FITTER CAPABLE OF REVIEWING AND PERFORMING THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTALLATION CHECKLIST SHOULD INSTALL THIS APPLIANCE.
THANK YOU & WELCOME Thank you for your purchase and welcome to the BlueStar® Family! BlueStar® rangetops are designed for discerning home chefs who demand restaurant-quality results in their own kitchens. As the owner of a new BlueStar® rangetop you can look forward to years of culinary excellence. You will prepare meals with the speed and accuracy of a professional chef right in your own kitchen.
SERVICE INFORMATION Date of Purchase Model Number Serial Number Dealer Name Dealer Phone Dealer Address Date of Installation Installer Name Installer Phone Installer Address Our service team can be reached at 1-800-449-8691 or serviceteam@bluestarcooking.com. Please take a few moments now to fill in the Service Information above for your future reference. In the event you require parts or service, this information will be needed to ensure you receive the highest quality service we can provide.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using your appliance. Follow these important safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury or property damage. Do not remove permanent labels, warnings or data plates or the serial number from your appliance. Removal may void the manufacturer’s warranty and/or hinder effective servicing and maintenance.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Your appliance should be installed by a qualified gas installation technician. Have the technician show you the exact location of the gas shutoff valve on the incoming gas line so you know how to turn off the gas if necessary. Never use this appliance as a space heater to warm a room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning.
COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The push-in and turn control knobs on this appliance are designed to be child-safe, however are not a guarantee of safe operation. Do not leave children alone or unattended in the kitchen while the appliance is in use. When flaming liquor or other spirits, and if your appliance is installed under a ventilation hood, TURN THE FAN OFF. The draft created could cause the flames to spread.
GETTING STARTED We know you are excited to start cooking with your new BlueStar ® rangetop. Before you begin, it is essential that you follow these steps for safe and optimal use. Become familiar with all the parts of your rangetop. Remove and properly discard all temporary labels and packaging material from the cooktop, burners, and burner grates. Remove all: cardboard, zip ties, paper and plastic sheathing used as packaging. ATTENTION Do not remove zip ties beneath the burners.
COOKTOP BURNERS BEFORE YOU BEGIN ATTENTION Each of your burners has a specific BTU (British Thermal Unit) rating. Before disassembly, note the location of each burner. If a burner is replaced in the wrong position it may not function correctly. Become familiar with the location of your burners. Below are the standard burner configurations.
BURNER OPERATION Push in and turn the control knob counter clockwise to HIGH to start the ignition process. The igniter will spark and make a clicking sound. The clicking will stop after the burner ignites. The initial ignition process may take a few seconds. You may hear multiple clicks before it ignites. After ignition, turn the knob to your desired setting. Turn the knob to OFF to extinguish the burner. The flame may linger for several seconds until all the gas in the feeder tube is burned off.
BURNER CLEANING Ring Grates and Top Grates TIP: Clean spills as soon as possible to prevent sticking and build up. When burner is cool, remove the ring grate, top grate and center filler grate (30” models only). Wash in hot, soapy water. Rinse well and dry thoroughly to prevent rusting. Handle gently to prevent nicks/chips, which can lead to rusting TIP: If you have a nick or chip you can season the area to prevent rusting. Nicks or chips are not covered under warranty.
WOK COOKING Every burner is wok fitted and can be used for wok cooking without a separate wok ring. TIP: For best results, use your rangetop’s highest BTU rated burner for stir-frying, which are located in the front of the rangetop. When burner is cool, remove the ring grate from your selected burner. Position your curved-bottom wok on the open burner cradle of the top grate.
INTEGRATED GRIDDLE (SOME MODELS) Before You Begin You must season your integrated griddle before using. The seasoning process prevents food from sticking and the griddle from rusting. After seasoning, with time and use, your griddle will darken and develop a rich blue/black color, which is normal. ATTENTION If you purchased a cast iron griddle separately, do NOT follow the seasoning directions.
Integrated Griddle Cleaning Allow griddle to cool to room temperature. Scrape off excess food with a spatula and wipe off used cooking oil. For heavy soiling, use a nylon pad coated with a thin layer of cooking oil. For stubborn stains, you may use a commercially available, FOOD SAFE griddle cleaner. Follow the cleaner manufacturer’s instructions for use. After every use, apply a light coating of high smoke point oil like corn oil to the griddle. Wipe off excess using a clean dry cotton towel.
CHARBROILER (SOME MODELS) Before You Begin Your charbroiler grate is reversible. One side has narrow slats for use with delicate foods like fish and some vegetables. The other side has wider slats for use with larger foods items like steak and chicken. Before igniting the burner, decide which side is best for the dish you are preparing and place that side face up. CAUTION Do not light the charbroiler with food on the grates. Charbroiler Operation Etching on front control panel to indicate Griddle knob.
FRENCH TOP (SOME MODELS) Before You Begin You must season your French Top surface before use. The seasoning process prevents the surface from rusting. After seasoning, with time and use, your French Top surface will darken and develop a rich patina color which is normal. Seasoning your French Top Surface ATTENTION WARNING The complete seasoning process takes approximately 60 minutes and requires attention.
French Top Cleaning Allow the French Top to cool to room temperature. After every use, apply a light coating of corn oil or high smoke point oil. Wipe off excess using a dry cotton towel. ATTENTION Never flood a hot French Top ring or surface with cold water. This may cause the French Top’s steel plates to crack or warp, and will void your warranty. If you choose to remove and wash your French Top rings in hot, soapy water, you must re-season the surfaces using the seasoning process.
INTERCHANGEABLE GRIDDLE/CHARBROILER SYSTEM (PLATINUM™ SERIES ONLY) The Platinum™ Series Griddle/Charbroiler system allows for two-zone cooking, with up to 40,000 BTUs of heat. The cast iron, interchangeable, griddle charbroiler system lets you use the griddle or charbroiler anywhere on the rangetop. Visit bluestarcooking.com to see the system in action. The Interchangeable Griddle Charbroiler System comes with 6 pieces. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
CARE AND CLEANING WARNING PART/ MATERIAL Make sure the cooktop surface is cool before cleaning. CLEANING FREQUENCY ATTENTION Do NOT use steel wool, metal pads or abrasive cleaners. Backguard Burner Top Grates / Cast Iron Clean with stainless steel cleaner. Follow cleaner manufacturer’s instructions. As needed Do not submerge in water for extended periods as this may cause rusting. Wash grates in hot, soapy water. Rinse well and dry thoroughly.
Exterior Body / Stainless Steel Only moving in the direction of the grain, clean with hot, soapy water. Rinse well and dry thoroughly. Do NOT use steel wool, metal pads or abrasive cleaners. As needed For tough stains, use a commercial stainless steel cleaner and follow the cleaning manufacturer’s instructions. French Top Wipe surfaces with warm wet cloth. Dry with a cotton towel. Apply a light coat of corn oil or high smoke point oil.
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Check these helpful tips for any problems with your rangetop. If you need additional help call BlueStar® Customer Service at 1-800449-8691. COOKTOP PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Plug into a three-prong electrical outlet that is properly grounded. No electrical power to the unit. Check and re-set circuit breaker for the unit. Igniter not connected to lead wire. Burner will not ignite – no “clicking” sound Connect igniter to orange lead wire.
MAINTENANCE Air Shutters Air shutter adjustments are pre-set at the factory. However depending on a variety of factors including the type of gas supply, these adjustments may need to be fine-tuned after installation. A qualified installer should make these adjustments at the time of installation. Any air shutter adjustments that are needed after installation are not covered by your warranty. ATTENTION Air Shutter Checklist Before making any adjustments to the air shutters, verify the following: 1.
TOP BURNER LOW FLAME ADJUSTMENT At its lowest setting, a properly adjusted burner will produce a steady flame about 1/8” above the burner ports. If your flames do not appear, follow the instructions to adjust the flame height. ATTENTION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Before you begin, follow the steps in the Air Shutter Checklist. Push and turn the burner fully counterclockwise to the lowest simmer setting. Leave burner on. Remove the burner knob from the valve stem by pulling the knob straight toward you.
IGNITER REPLACEMENT 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. For a front burner, remove the ring grate and top grate from the burner that needs the replacement igniter. For a rear burner, remove the ring grates and top grates from both the front and rear burners. Within the burner cavity, locate and disconnect the orange lead wire by pulling on the plastic connector. Remove the burner assembly and attached venturi tube from the burner cavity by pulling it up and towards the back of the rangetop until it is free.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST This checklist has been developed to assure proper installation of your appliance. To validate your warranty you must mail or submit online this form within 90 days of installation and a copy of your receipt to: Warranty Department, Prizer-Painter Stove Works Inc., 318 June Avenue Blandon, PA 19510 or www.bluestarcooking.com/support/product-registration/.
LIMITED WARRANTY ® BlueStar Cooking Appliances, BlueStar® Ventilation Hoods, Prizer Hoods® Ventilation Hoods and Abbaka Ventilation hoods and remote blowers Before using your Product, please read this Limited Warranty and Arbitration Clause carefully to understand your rights. This Warranty is provided to you by Prizer-Painter Stove Works, Inc.
special equipment required to remove the Product so that service may be performed. Prizer-Painter reserves the right to deny warranty coverage for excessive installation delays. Limited Cosmetic Component Warranty: This Warranty covers the repair or replacement of all cosmetic component flaws for thirty (30) calendar days from the date of delivery of the Product to the owner’s home from a BlueStar® authorized dealer.
This Warranty does not cover, and specifically excludes: Damages caused by shipping. Damage or repairs to the porcelain igniters, calibrations and normal adjustments after installation and setup, including burner adjustments. Normal wear and tear, care, and maintenance of the Product as described in the installation and operating manual, such as cleaning of parts, discoloration of the griddle, rust, gasket materials, ceramic materials, and fuses.
Where Can Any Legal Remedies Be Pursued Please see the Arbitration Clause and Related Provisions, which affect your legal rights. Read this Arbitration Clause and its related provisions carefully.
ARBITRATION CLAUSE BlueStar® Cooking Appliances, BlueStar® Ventilation Hoods, Prizer Hoods® Ventilation Hoods and Abbaka Ventilation Hoods and remote blowers ARBITRATION CLAUSE. IMPORTANT. PLEASE REVIEW THIS ARBITRATION CLAUSE. IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU SHOULD ALSO CONSIDER CONSULTING WITH OTHERS ABOUT ARBITRATION BECAUSE THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IS NOT INTENDED TO CONTAIN A COMPLETE EXPLANATION OF THE CONSEQUENCES OF ARBITRATION. 1.
8. Rules of the Arbitration: If the amount in controversy is less than $50,000, the arbitration will be decided by a single arbitrator to be appointed according to the rules of the arbitration association that is chosen. If the amount in controversy is greater than or equal to $50,000, the arbitration will be decided by a panel of three arbitrators. The arbitrator(s) will be chosen pursuant to the rules of the administering arbitration organization.
