Installation and Operating Instructions for NORTHSTAR Electric Ranges (Model 1954) Gas/Electric Combos (Model 1955) Gas Ranges (Model 1956) 12 1 2 10 11 4 8 9 3 7 6 5 BY Thank you for purchasing a Northstar Retro Range. You have purchased a quality, world-class product. 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 User Guide.
GAS RANGE WARNING • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. • 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.
Do not operate surface burners without utensils in place. Allow elements and burner surfaces to cool before cleaning. If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. Loose clothing of flammable material (pot holders) could ignite if brought in contact with hot burners and may cause severe burns. Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam.
Plastics Service All plastics are vulnerable to heat, although some will withstand higher temperatures than others. Keep all plastics away from parts of the range which may become slightly more than warm when the range is in operation. Do not repair or service any part of the range unless specif ically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. Disconnect the range from wall receptacle, fuse, or breaker before performing service.
Mobile Home Installation Flame Size: Top burner flame size should be adjusted so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil. Excessive flame is hazardous. The installation of this range must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, Title 24 CFR.
Location If possible, the range should be located to avoid the main “traffic path” through the kitchen or where an open door might block a passageway or create an awkward working situation. If possible, it should be so located where cabinet working space is available on either side. Drafty locations should be avoided to prevent gas burner outage and poor air circulation. Temperatures To cook, you must have heat. Some parts of the range are therefore going to get warm or even hot.
Cookware ELECTRIC COOKTOP The best cooking results and the most economical use of electricity will be achieved by using smooth, flat-bottom pans. Pans should be at least the same size or slightly larger than the cooking area. Ceramic cookware suitable for stovetop cooking may be used. If pans smaller than the size of the heating element are used, care should be taken as the handles may get hot. Built into each element, is a safety device which protects the element from overheating.
Care and Cleaning Do not use pans extending more than one inch beyond element, except while canning. See figure 8. To keep the exterior chrome trim in spotless condition, wipe with a warm soapy cloth. Do not clean hot ceramic surface with a soapy cloth, use automotive chrome cleaner on cool surface. See page 28 for complete cleaning guide. Caution - Product Damage Hazard Before using any cleaners, ensure that it is suitable for application on chrome trim.
Warning Caution Personal Injury Hazard • NOTE: If a wet paper towel is used to remove spillovers from warm cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burns. • Never mix different household cleaning products. Chemical mixtures may interact, with objectionable or even hazardous results.
Top Burners GAS BURNER CLEANING Your gas range is equipped with “state of the art” “Sealed Gas Burners” and an “Auto-Reignition System”. The sealed gas burners spread the heat evenly across the bottom of the cooking utensil and provide infinite heat control. The auto-reignition system senses when a burner flame has gone out and will automatically reignite that burner. There are no standing pilots to light or adjust. • The burner caps should be routinely removed and cleaned.
Gas Piping to Range NOTE: If a gas burner burns with an uneven orange flame, reposition the burner cap so it sits flat on the burner housing. If burner lights slowly, have your gas service person check the gas pressure to the appliance. The gas supply piping to the range should be 3/4" pipe which is then reduced to 1/2" at the regulator. With “LP” gas, the size of the piping to the range should be determined by your gas fitter. When connecting pipe to the die cast regulator fitting, use two wrenches.
RANGE TOP CONVERSION TO “LP” Models 1955 & 1956 All our ranges are factory set to burn natural gas unless “LP” is specified. To use the range on “LP” gas, please do the following: Order an “LP” kit from the factory. $35 UPS included. Figure 13 Burner Large Medium Small Nat. Gas #50 (1.75 mm) #55 (1.32 mm) #57 (1.09 mm) LP/Propane #64 (.91 mm) #65 (.89 mm) #70 (.71 mm) Store natural gas spuds so they are available for future conversions. NAT.
A. ORIFICE HOOD B. PIN C. NATURAL GAS: INCREASE GAS – INCREASE FLAME SIZE (PRESET AT FACTORY FOR NATURAL GAS) D. LP GAS: DECREASE GAS, DEGREASE FLAME SIZE. To Convert Oven Broiler Burner A. PLASTIC COVER B. GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR CAP WITH SOLID END FACING OUT C. GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR CAP WITH HOLLOW END FACING OUT D. WASHER E. GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR CAP 1. Use a 1/2" combination wrench to loosen the orifice hood away from the pin (about 2 to 2-1/2 turns.
If the “low” flame needs to be adjusted: Standard Burner Adjustment The flame can be adjusted using the adjustment screw in the center of the valve stem. The valve stem is located directly underneath the control knob. If flame needs to be adjusted: 1. Loosen the lock screwon the air shutter located at the rear of the broil burner. 2. Adjust the air shutter as need. 3. Tighten lock screw. 1. Remove the control knob. 2. Hold the knob stem with a pair of pliers.
oven racks before cleaning oven as they will become discolored. BAKE OR BROIL Turn Selector switch to bake or broil. Set oven thermostat to desired temperature. Preheating oven on bake normally takes about 15 minutes, indicator cycle light will go out when oven has reached temperature. The Broiler takes about 3 minutes to preheat. After preheating, broiler may be set to variable temperatures by adjusting the thermostat. Before You Start Self Cleaning DELAYED BAKE (Oven turns on and off automatically: 1.
By turning exhaust fan on while self-cleaning most smoke and odor in kitchen will be eliminated. to your range for about 15 seconds then reconnect. This should reset clock/control and it should now function normally. Automatic Door Lock As soon as you program the oven for the self-cleaning function, the door will automatically lock. It will remain locked throughout the entire cycle. The door will automatically unlock when the temperature lowers to a safe level.
The warming drawer is ideal for keeping hot cooked foods at serving temperature. It may also be used for warming breads and pastries. Different types of food may be placed in the warming drawer at the same time. For best results, do not hold food longer than one hour. For small quantities or heat-sensitive foods (such as eggs), do not hold longer than 30 minutes. IMPORTANT If in doubt about how to handle service, call us at the factory for help at: 1-800-295-8498.
• Use narrow strips of foil to shield pie crust edges from further browning in drawer. • Place tent-shaped foil loosely over meat or poultry to prevent dryness and further browning while in the drawer. • The use of aluminum foil to cover foods may cause moisture to collect and drip into the drawer. CONVECTION COOKING TIPS (For Convection Models) To learn how to use your convection oven to the best advantage, refer to Convection Cooking on page 23. 1.
Roasting tips General Broiling Tips • Roast meats fat-side up in a shallow pan using a roasting rack. 1. The surface of the food should be at least 3" (7.4 cm) away from the broil element. • Use a roasting pan that fits the size of the food to be roasted. Meat juices may overflow the sides of a pan that is too small. Too large of a pan will result in increased over spatter. 2. For steaks and chops, slash fat evenly, at 2" (5 cm) intervals, around the outside edges of meat to prevent curling. 3.
NOTE: Opening the oven door will cause heat loss, longer cooking times and unsatisfactory baking or roasting results. Rely on your timer. To remove oven racks: Lift rack at front and pull out. Oven Rack Positions To replace oven racks: 1. Place rear of rack on rack guides. 2. While lifting front of rack, push in all the way. Lower front. For Proper Cooking, Follow These Guidelines: • When using one rack, place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven.
STANDARD OVEN MEAT ROASTING CHART - Roast at oven temperature of 325°F.* *For chicken, set the oven temperature to 350°F. Preheating is not needed. - Place roasting pan on rack position 1 or 2. See page 19 for rack positions.
STANDARD OVEN BAKING CHART Oven Temperature Approximate Cooking Time (Minutes) Breads, yeast • loaf • rolls, pan 375°F 400°F 30-40 12-15 Breads, quick • biscuits • muffins • popovers • corn bread • nut bread • gingerbread 450°F 400°F 450°F 425°F 350°F 350°F 10-15 20-25 20-25 25-30 60-75 25-30 Cakes • angel food • layer cake • loaf cake • sponge cake • pound cake • fruit cake • sheet cake 375°F 350-375°F 350°F 350°F 350°F 300°F 300°F 30-40 20-30 35-45 35-45 34-45 2-21/2 hrs 25-35 375°F 375°F 375°F
INTRODUCTION TO CONVECTION COOKING Preheating Welcome to convection cooking, the ultimate culinary technique that uses fan-circulated hot air to efficiently create delicious meals with appetite appeal. When preheating the oven is specified in a recipe, normal time is approximately 15 minutes. Air Flow BROIL ELEMENT The secret to convection cooking lies in maintaining a consistent temperature throughout the oven during the cooking process.
Bakeware Selection sure to leave at least one inch (2.5 cm) of space between the individual pans, and the diagram shown here indicates which convection feature and rack position you should be using for that particular recipe. At the Convection setting, the center element surrounding the fan at the rear of the oven is on. At the Convection/Broil setting, the top element in the oven will heat up. At the Convection/Bake setting, the lower element will be in use.
CONVECTION POULTRY ROASTING CHART Set Cooking Selections to: TRUE CONVECTION FOOD Chicken, Whole Parts, Quarters Turkey, Unstuffed Capon, Unstuffed Domestic Duck Domestic Goose Cornish Hen APPROXIMATE WEIGHT 3 - 5 lb. (1.5 - 2.2 kg) 3 lb. (1.5 kg) 13 lb. and under (5.85 kg) over 13 lb. (5.85 kg) 4 - 7 lb. (1.8 - 3.1 kg) 3 - 5 lb. (1.5 - 2.2 kg) 4 - 8 lb. (1.8 - 3.6 kg) 1 - 1.5 lb. (0.5 - 0.7 kg) APPROXIMATE COOKING TIME PER LB.
CONVECTION QUICK BREADS BAKING CHART Set Cooking Selections to: TRUE CONVECTION FOOD Yeast Breads SIZE OF BAKING DISH RACK POSITION PREHEATED OVEN TEMPERATURE APPROXIMATE COOKING TIME Muffins Single Pan Multiple Pans 3 1, 3, 5 375°F/190°C 18-25 min 18-25 min Biscuits Single Sheet Multiple Sheets 3 1, 3, 5 425°F/220°C 8 min 10 min Fruit & Nut Loaves Loaf Pan 8" x 4" (21 cm x 12 cm) 2 325°F/160°C 45-60 min RACK POSITION PREHEATED OVEN TEMPERATURE APPROXIMATE COOKING TIME CONVECTION DES
A B C D N L1 L1 5 Closed: WHEN DOOR IS CLOSED N Door Switch Part of Door Latch Assembly Door Open 2 3 Door Closed 1 4 N Oven Light Door Closed Relay 4 Light Switch Relay ES20028 1 2 5 B N Selector Switch A-3 3 CONVECTION FAN A LOCKED GND 4 UNLOCKED BK BK N 5 R.R. P L1 L2 H1 H2 1 3 A B N L1 X N M Closed: WHEN DOOR IS LOCKED L1 Door Lock Sense Switch Part of Door Latch Assembly 2 4 Door Lock Sense Relay Door Lock Motor R.F.
CLEANING GUIDE Part What To Use How To Clean Control Knobs • Soft sponge • Warm, soapy water • Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight off control panel. • Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not soak. • Replace knobs. Make sure all knobs point to OFF. Do Not Use steel wool or abrasive cleaners. They will damage the finish. Exterior Non-Colored Surfaces • Soft sponge • Warm, soapy water • VIM, Flitz or Soft Scrub cleaners • Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.
RANGE TROUBLESHOOTING This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. However, you may still need assistance or service. When calling for service, you will need to provide a complete description of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase or installation date (see Warranty). This information is needed to properly identify parts needed.
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FOR WARRANTY SERVICE OUR FACTORY HELP LINE NUMBER IS: 1-800-295-8498 WARRANTY Your NorthStar Range is warranted by Elmira Stove Works to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Elements, burners and smooth tops are warranted for five years. Elmira Stove Works warrants to replace any parts free of charge which become defective during the period of this warranty.