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A Note To You Thank you for buying a Roper appliance. You have purchased a qualii, u0M*/ass 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. lt 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 Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance.
Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: General l l Read all instructions before using the range. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. The range must be installed by a qualified installer.
‘Use only dry otholders. Moist or @Checkto be sure lass cooking utensils are sa3e for use on damp pothol 8 ers on hot surfaces the range. Only certain types may result in bums from steam. of glass, glass-ceramic, ceDo not let potholder touch hot ramic, earthenware or other heating elements. Do not use a glazed utensils are suitable for towel or bulky cloth for a cooktops without breaking due potholder. It could catch on fire. to the sudden change in Keep range vents unobstructed. temperature.
Grease Care and cleaning l Grease is flammable. Do not @Donot soak removable heating elements in water. The element will be damaged and shock or fire could result. @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. @Do not repair or replace any part of the range unless specifitally recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
Parts And Features Thissection contains captioned illustrations of your range. andappearance of all parts and features. Use them to become familiar with the location Automatic +tti+ip floor Dracket (for mformatlon on .. optional wall antitip bracket kit, see page 20) mr--.
Using Your Range In This Section Page Page Using the surface unita ..................... .7 Positioning racks and pans.. ............ .9 For best air circulation ...................... .9 Using aluminum toil for baking ...... .10 Setting the electronic clock.. .......... .10 Using the electronic Timer ............. .ll Baking/roasting ................................ 12 Broiling .............................................. 14 Broiling tips .......................................
Until you get used to the settings, use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. I SETTING HI LO RECOMMENDED USE l To start foods cooking. I I l To brina liauids to a boil. l To hold a rapid boil. l To fry chicken or pancakes. 1l For gravy, pudding and icing. l To cook large amounts of vegetables. l To keep food cooking after starting it on a higher setting. I l To keep food warm until ready to serve.
Optional canning kit The large diameter of most water-bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can shorten the life of regular surface units and cause damage to the co&top. Positioning racks and pans For baking/roasting with one rack, place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Rack placement for specific foods: FOOD If you plan to use the cooktop for canning, we recommend the installation of a Canning Kit. Order the kit (Part No.
Using aluminum foil for baking Use aluminum foil to catch spilbvers from pies or casseroles. l Place the foil on the oven rack below the rack with the food. Turn up foil edges and make sure foil is about 1 inch (2.5 cm) larger all around than the dish Ming the food. l Do not cover the entire rack with aluminum foil. It will reduce air circulation and cause poor cooking resutts. l Do not line oven bottom with foil or other liners. Poor baking will result.
Using the electronic Timer The Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in minutes up to 24 hours. 1. Push the Timer button. SET, TIMER, HR and MN will come on and the display will show “:OO”. 2. Turn the Set Knob until the desired time shows in the display. The timer will begin counting down two seconds after the time is set. You will hear two tones when one minute is remaining on the timer. When the time is up, you will hear three tones.
Baking/roasting 1. Positkn the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. For further information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. 2. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE. 3. set the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want. The OVEN HEATING lndiitor Light will come on. The oven is preheated when the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light first gces off.
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. Turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the off position. Pull knob straight off and flip it over. 2.
Broiling 1. Posltiin the rack property before turning on the oven. Position rack so that the surface of the food is at least 3 inches (7.4 cm) away from the broil element. See “Broiling rack position chart” on page 15. 2. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack. 3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open ahout 4 inches [lo.2 cm]). The door will stay open by itself. 4. Set the Oven Selector and Oven Tern perature Control Knob to BROIL. The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on.
Broiling rack position chart TYPE OF FOOD/ RACK POSITION DONENESS FROM BOTTOM Hamburger patties and thin 4 steaks lh’ thick or less 3 e e Quickly searing food, rare and medium steaks, Q- medium patties, ham slices, fiih steaks, frankfurters 2 e Well-done steaks and patties, lamb chops, split chicken, pork steaks and chops, whole WI Broiling l l l tips Use the broiler pan and grid for 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: l Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides and tight-fitting lids. l Match the pan to the surface unit size. l Cook with a minimum of liquid or fat to help shorten cooking time. l Preheat pans onty when recommended and for the shortest time possible.
3. Push the Start Time button. Then turn the Set Knob to set the start time you want (up to 11 hours, 59 minutes from the current time of day). In exar@e shown, a two-hour cooking time and a 4 o’clock start time would cause the oven to turn off at 6 o’clock After five seconds, only DELAY and the time of day will show in the display. 4. set the Oven Selector to TIME BAKE. 5. set the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want. The oven will now start and stop automatically.
To start baking/roasting and stop automatically: now 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven. 2. Push the Cook Time button. Then turn the Set Knob (up to 11 seconds, will show to set the cooking time you want hours, 50 minutes). After fiie only COOK and the cooking time in the display. 3. Set the Oven Selector to TIME BAKE. 4. Set the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want. 5.
The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent under the tight rear surface unit. You can cook on the unit or keep food warm on it while the oven is on. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor baking/roasting can result. NOTE: Plastic utensils left over the vent can melt. l l Bum and Fire Hazard If you leave a utensil on the rfght rear surface unit, use pothoMers when moving it. Pan handles oould become hot enough to bum.
Replacing the storage drawer: 1. Fit ends of drawer slide rails into the drawer guides on both sides of opening. 2. Lift drawer front and push in until metal stops on drawer slide rails clear white stops on drawer guides. Lift drawer front again to clear second stop and slide drawer closed. The anti-tip bracket The range will not tip during normal use. However, tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti-tip bracket properly secured.
Caring For Your Range In This Section Page Surface units and reflector bowls ...21 Lift-up cooktop ....... ............ .............. 23 Removing the oven door ................. 23 Page Cleaning chart ... .. .............. ................ 24 The oven light . .... ............ .. ................ 26 Your range is designed for ease of care. You can do most cleaning with items found around your home.
Replacing 1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls. 2. Llns up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle and the element holcldown clip. 3. Hold the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle. Push the surface unit terminal into the receptacle. 4. When terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it will go, push down the edge of the surface unit opposite the receptacle.
Lift-up cooktop 1. Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place. Personal Injury Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked position. Failure to do so couM result in personal injury from the cooktop accidentally falling. Product Damage Hazard Do not drop the cooktop. Damage could result to the porcelain and the cook-top frame. 2. Wipe with warm, soapy water. Use a soapy steel-wool pad on heavily soiled areas. 3.
Cleaning chart Use the following table to help. you - clean all parts of your range. Control knobs HOW TO CLEAN WHAT TO USE PART Sponge and warm, soapy water l l Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel. Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not soak. Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers. They may damage the finish of the knobs.
Oven cavity HOW TO CLEAN WHAT TO USE PART Sponge and warm, soapy water Soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas l Remove door for easier access. (See page 23.) l l Wash, rinse and dry well. Rinse well with water. OR Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas l l l l l l Heavy-duty aluminum foil or shallow pan used while cooking Remove door for easier access. Place newspaper on floor to protect floor surface. Follow directions provided with the oven cleaner.
The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To turn the IigM on when the oven door is closed, use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. l Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Make sure oven and IigM bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned off before replacing the light bulb. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burns. @The bulb cover must be in place when using the oven.
If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. 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 tollfree 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.
PROBLEM Cooking results POSSIBLE CAUSE The range is not level. are not what you expected 28 The oven temperature too low or too high. seems SOLUTlON Level range. (See Installation Instructions.) Adjust the oven temperature control. (See “Adjusting the oven temperature control” on page 13.) You have not preheated the oven as the recipe calls for. Preheat oven if called for in recipe. The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source. Use only tested recipes from a reliable source.
2. If you need assistance ... Call our toll-free telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere In the U.S.A.: l-8004-ROPER (l-800-447-6737) and talk with one of our trained consultants. The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. For further information, write to: Mr.
Electric Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects ir materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company. (from date of purchase) WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your range. 2. Instruct you how to use your range. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring. 4. Replace owner accessible light bulbs. B.
