Installation, Operation and Maintenance MANUAL CHÂTEAU SERIES R A NGES & COOKTOPS « Centenaire » Grand Palais 180 Château 165 Château 150 Château 120 Château 90 Château 75 ANSI/CGA Standard Designation 85KJ
Save these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION ON THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. — 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 • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch. • Do not use any phone in your building.
USA & CANADA Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This book contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey al l safety messages. Instal ler: Leave these instructions with the appliance WARNING: NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room.
Save these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In Case of Fire Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a flaming pan on a cooktop burner by covering the pan completely with a wel l fitting lid or baking tray. If available use a multipurpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher. If fire is in an oven pan, smother by closing oven door. Open doors and windows or if a hood is fitted turn it on to remove smoke and odor.
USA & CANADA Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS u Purchaser of this appliance must post in a prominent location instructions to be fol lowed in the event the user smel ls gas. This information shal l be obtained by consulting your local gas supply company. u Keep appliance area free and clear from combustibles.
Save these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS u Leak testing of the appliance shal l be conducted according to the manufacturer’s instructions. u The inlet gas supply pressure to the appliance must be within the following limits: u Keep this manual for future reference. u Do Not Leave Children Alone - Children should not be left alone or unattended in area where appliance is in use. They should never be al lowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
USA & CANADA Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS u Use Only Dry Potholders or Oven Gloves - Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Never let a potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bul ky cloth in place of a glove. They might catch fire if they touch a hot surface.
Save these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS mable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the appliance. Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or property damage. u Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed. u Placement of Oven Racks - Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven.
USA & CANADA Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Exposure to these substances can also be minimized by properly venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood. To reduce the risk from substances in the fuel or from fuel combustion make sure this appliance is instal led, operated, and maintained according to the instructions in this booklet.
USA & CANADA Le Château 150 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing the La Cornue cooking product. We hope that you will derive a lot of enjoyment from cooking delicious meals with it. The aim of this document is to make you familiar with the potential provided by a professional quality product designed for discriminating individuals, and to facilitate its maintenance. Above all, a La Cornue product is manufactured using noble and pure materials.
USA & CANADA Contents CONTENTS CONTENTS Page I MPORTANT S AFETY I NSTRUCTIONS ............................................................. 1 D ESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................... 11 1. Le Grand Palais 180 ..................................................................................... 12 2. Le Château ® 165 .......................................................................................... 15 3.
USA & CANADA Description DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION The La Cornue ”Château Centenaire” series consist of 6 models of stoves and hobs: - Le Grand Palais 180, width 70 7/8” (1,800 mm). Le Château 165, width 65” (1,650 mm). Le Château 150, width 59” (1,500 mm). Le Château 120, width 47 1/4” (1,200 mm). Le Château 90, width 35” (900 mm). Le Château 75, width 29 1/2” (750 mm). Refer to nameplate to determine type of gas for wich appliance is equiped.
USA & CANADA Le Grand Palais 180 DESCRIPTION 1. D E S C R I P T I O N ” L E G R A N D P A L A I S 18 0 ” The ”Le Grand Palais 180” range, one of the models of the ”La Cornue” series consists of: — 2 thermostatically-controlled large vaulted ovens, gas and electric (only ranges). — One cooktop bounded at the rear by a stainless steel backsplash creating a gap between the range and the wall, thus ensuring the removal of burnt gases and smells (ranges and cooktops).
Le Grand Palais 180 DESCRIPTION — — — — Appliance height: Height with backsplash: Width: Weight: — Depth to the wall: - Front: - Rail: - Hob edge: Thickness: Ranges Cooktops 36” (914 mm) 38” (964 mm) 70 7/8” (1,800 mm) 280 to 320 kg, (617 to 705 lbs) 7 7/8” (200 mm) 9 7/8” (250 mm) 70 7/8” (1,800 mm) 100 to 130 kg according to the models (220 to 286 lbs) USA & CANADA DIMENSIONS 26 1/8” (665 mm) 31” (785 mm) 27 1/2” (700 mm) 1 5/8” (40 mm) Range - model GPA Cooktop - model TGP LA CORNUE Instal
USA & CANADA Le Grand Palais 180 DESCRIPTION For each gas type and for each model, the tables below summarize the total electric power (W) and the input ratings (BTU/hr).
2. D E S C R I P T I O N ” L E C H ÂT E AU ® 16 5 ” The ”Le Château 165” range, one of the models of the ”La Cornue” series consists of: — 2 thermostatically-controlled vaulted ovens, 1 large gas oven and 1 small electric oven (only ranges). — One cooktop bounded at the rear by a stainless steel backsplash creating a gap between the range and the wall, thus ensuring the removal of burnt gases and smells (ranges and cooktops).
USA & CANADA Le Château® 165 DESCRIPTION DIMENSIONS — — — — Appliance height: Height with backsplash: Width: Weight: — Depth to the wall: - Front: - Rail: - Hob edge: Thickness: Ranges Cooktops 36” (914 mm) 38” (964 mm) 65” (1,650 mm) 260 to 290 kg, (573 to 639 lbs) 7 7/8” (200 mm) 9 7/8” (250 mm) 65” (1,650 mm) 90 to 130 kg according to the models (198 to 286 lbs) 26 1/8” (665 mm) 31” (785 mm) 27 1/2” (700 mm) 1 5/8” (40 mm) Range - model CHR Cooktop - model THR Page 16 Installation Guide Ce
For each gas type and for each model, the tables below summarize the total electric power (W) and the gas input ratings (BTU/hr).
USA & CANADA Le Château® 150 DESCRIPTION 3. D E S C R I P T I O N ” L E C H ÂT E AU ® 15 0 ” The ”Le Château 150” range, one of the models of the ”La Cornue” series consists of: — 2 thermostatically-controlled smal l vaulted ovens, gas and electric (only ranges). — One cooktop bounded at the rear by a stainless steel backsplash creating a gap between the range and the wall, thus ensuring the removal of burnt gases and smells (ranges and cooktops).
Le Château® 150 DESCRIPTION — — — — Appliance height: Height with backsplash: Width: Weight: — Depth to the wall: - Front: - Rail: - Hob edge: Thickness: Ranges Cooktops 36” (914 mm) 38” (964 mm) 59” (1,500 mm) 250 to 280 kg, (550 to 617 lbs) 7 7/8” (200 mm) 9 7/8” (250 mm) 59” (1,500 mm) 80 to 100 kg according to the models (176 to 220 lbs) USA & CANADA DIMENSIONS 26 1/8” (665 mm) 31” (785 mm) 27 1/2” (700 mm) 1 5/8” (40 mm) Range - model CH5 Cooktop - model TH5 LA CORNUE Installation Guide
USA & CANADA Le Château® 150 DESCRIPTION For each gas type and for each model, the tables below summarize the total electric power (W) and the gas input ratings (BTU/hr).
Le Château® 150 DESCRIPTION LA CORNUE USA & CANADA GAS SUPPLY INFORMATION Installation Guide Centenaire 08NOTINSTAL100/USA-8 Page 21
USA & CANADA Le Château® 120 DESCRIPTION 4. D E S C R I P T I O N ” L E C H ÂT E AU ® 12 0 ” The ”Le Château 120” range, one of the models of the ”La Cornue” series consists of: — 2 thermostatically-controlled smal l vaulted ovens, gas and electric (only ranges). — One cooktop bounded at the rear by a stainless steel backsplash creating a gap between the range and the wall, thus ensuring the removal of burnt gases and smells (ranges and cooktops).
Le Château® 120 DESCRIPTION — — — — Appliance height: Height with backsplash: Width: Weight: — Depth to the wall: - Front: - Rail: - Hob edge: Thickness: Ranges Cooktops 36” (914 mm) 38” (964 mm) 47 1/4” (1,200 mm) 200 to 220 kg, (440 to 485 lbs) 7 7/8” (200 mm) 9 7/8” (250 mm) 47 1/4” (1,200 mm) 80 to 100 kg according to the models (176 to 220 lbs) USA & CANADA DIMENSIONS 26 1/8” (665 mm) 31” (785 mm) 27 1/2” (700 mm) 1 5/8” (40 mm) Range - model CH2 Cooktop - model TH2 LA CORNUE Installatio
USA & CANADA Le Château® 120 DESCRIPTION For each gas type and for each model, the tables below summarize the total electric power (W) and the gas input ratings (BTU/hr).
Le Château® 120 DESCRIPTION LA CORNUE USA & CANADA GAS SUPPLY INFORMATION Installation Guide Centenaire 08NOTINSTAL100/USA-8 Page 25
USA & CANADA Le Château® 90 DESCRIPTION 5. D E S C R I P T I O N ” L E C H ÂT E AU ® 9 0 ” The ”Le Château 90” range, one of the models of the ”La Cornue” series consists of: — 1 thermostatically-controlled large vaulted oven, gas or electric (only ranges). — One cooktop bounded at the rear by a stainless steel backsplash creating a gap between the range and the wall, thus ensuring the removal of burnt gases and smells (ranges and cooktops).
Le Château® 90 DESCRIPTION — — — — Appliance height: Height with backsplash: Width: Weight: — Depth to the wall: - Front: - Rail: - Hob edge: Thickness: Ranges Cooktops 36” (914 mm) 38” (964 mm) 35 1/2” (900 mm) 100 to 150 kg, (220 to 330 lbs) 7 7/8” (200 mm) 9 7/8” (250 mm) 35 1/2” (900 mm) 70 to 100 kg according to the models (154 to 220 lbs) USA & CANADA DIMENSIONS 26 1/8” (665 mm) 31” (785 mm) 27 1/2” (700 mm) 1 5/8” (40 mm) Range - model GC9 Cooktop - model TC9 LA CORNUE Installation Gui
USA & CANADA Le Château® 90 DESCRIPTION For each gas type and for each model, the tables below summarize the total electric power (W) and the gas input ratings (BTU/hr).
Le Château® 90 DESCRIPTION LA CORNUE USA & CANADA GAS SUPPLY INFORMATION Installation Guide Centenaire 08NOTINSTAL100/USA-8 Page 29
USA & CANADA Le Château® 75 DESCRIPTION 6. D E S C R I P T I O N ” L E C H ÂT E AU ® 75 ” The ”Le Château 75” range, one of the models of the ”La Cornue” series consists of: — 1 thermostatically-controlled smal l vaulted oven, gas or electric (only ranges). — One cooktop bounded at the rear by a stainless steel backsplash creating a gap between the range and the wall, thus ensuring the removal of burnt gases and smells (ranges and cooktops).
Le Château® 75 DESCRIPTION — — — — Appliance height: Height with backsplash: Width: Weight: — Depth to the wall: - Front: - Rail: - Hob edge: Thickness: Ranges Cooktops 36” (914 mm) 38” (964 mm) 29 1/2” (750 mm) 100 to 130 kg, (220 to 286 lbs) 7 7/8” (200 mm) 9 7/8” (250 mm) 29 1/2” (750 mm) 60 to 80 kg according to the models (130 to 176 lbs) USA & CANADA DIMENSIONS 26 1/8” (665 mm) 31” (785 mm) 27 1/2” (700 mm) 1 5/8” (40 mm) Range - model CA7 Cooktop - model TA7 LA CORNUE Installation Guid
USA & CANADA Le Château® 75 DESCRIPTION For each gas type and for each model, the tables below summarize the total electric power (W) and the gas input ratings (BTU/hr).
I N S TA L L AT I O N BEFORE DELIVERY In order to be able to install your range or cooktop as soon as it is delivered, you must ensure that in your kitchen, the gas and electrical supplies are ready for it. 1. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 1.1. Ventilation The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat and moisture in the room in which it is installed.
USA & CANADA Electrical - Gas supply INSTALLATION 2. ELECTRICAL SUPPLY Voltage: 240 V a.c., single-phase, 3 wire system, 50/60 Hz Safety: The range, when instal led must be electrical ly grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA 70 in the USA and the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.2, in Canada as applicable.
Anti-Tip Device (only Château 90 & Château 75 models) WARNING Ranges Château 90 and Château 75 must be secured by Anti-Tip bracket supplied. See instructions to install (supplied with bracket). Unless properly installed, the range could be tipped by leaning on the door. Injury might result from spilled hot liquids or from the range itself. HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS The fol lowing instructions are to be fol lowed by qualified personnel, trained to hand le extremely heavy loads.
Hand ling instructions USA & CANADA INSTALLATION Lighten cooker 4. Create a harness with four Installer’s straps. 5. Twist the harness and tilt the cooker to place the harness. 6. When lifting up stairs, the straps of the handlers at the bottom should be shorter so the cooker stays level. The back of the cooker should always face the inside side of the ramp.
A SSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1. HANDRAIL INSTALLATION Plate M8x20 Support 13 mm M8x20 Support Plate 2. RISER / BACKSPLASH INSTALLATION Washer M5x16 8 mm Inserts 3. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Château cookers are equipped with adjustable legs so the height of the cooktop can vary from 910 mm (35.82 in) to 920 mm (36.22 in). Remove the drawers and plinthes/toe-kicks, set the cooker in place, screw up the central legs so the cooker rests on the outside legs and adjust the height.
INSTALLATION 4. GAS CHIMNEY PROTECTION INSTALLATION Gas chimney protection plate comes separately in the package and needs to be installed above the flue channel behind the gas oven. Gas oven chimney protection 2 x Screw M5 x 16 mm + washer Gas oven chimney protection CONNECTIONS This appliance must be instal led by a qualified professional in accordance with the current regulations in the country where the appliance is instal led.
Electrical connection INSTALLATION 1 1/2“ (40 mm) Electrical connection Terminal Block USA & CANADA Rear view All Cooktops Gas Inlet Male 1/2 NPT connection 7 5/8“ (195 mm) 1. NAMEPLATE LABEL The nameplate label of your appliance is on the bottom-left, on the toe kick behind the storage drawer, or inside the spill tray for the Château 120 models and for the standalone cooktops. To see this rating plate, pull out the storage drawer or spill tray.
USA & CANADA Electrical connection INSTALLATION - mobile homes, - recreational vehicles or - in an area where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral. The power of the electric elements for each appliance see page 11 and pages 12 - 34. The overall wattage of your appliance is also indicated on the nameplate label and on the warranty certificate (See item 1 page 41 for the location of the nameplate label). Wiring must conform to National Electric Codes.
4. Insert the strain relief device into the hole and push it to the left. Tight up the power cord and strain relief device with the screw. 5. Install the power cord: attach the wires to the terminal block as follows: - neutral (white wire) to N, - the L1 and L2 (red and black wire) to P1 and P2, - the ground to T (yellow / green). NOTE: Make sure the wires are completely inserted into the terminals and secure connections are made. 6.
USA & CANADA Gas connection INSTALLATION If the range is to be used on LP gas, a qualified LP installer must convert it. We recommend that the range be converted before installation. For proper operation, the pressure of natural gas supplied to the regulator must be between 6” and 10” of water column (1,49 and 2,49 kPa). For LP gas, the pressure supplied must be between 12” and 13” of water column (3 and 3,24 kPa).
The appliance must be connected to the type of gas shown on the rating plate of the appliance. The gas supply line must be at least a 1/2 inch pipe. On al l pipe joints use sealing compound that does not react to propane gas. Check gas leaks by using a liquid leak detector. Do not use an open flame Note: Propane gas cylinders must never be located inside your home. INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance and advise the customer to keep it for future reference.
USA & CANADA Ovens OPERATION 2. STARTING WITH THE OVENS Green indicator D 2.1. Electric Oven — Check ”oven / baking stone” selector (E) is on the ”oven” position (to the left). — Set the oven thermostat (F) to the desired temperature setting. The green indicator light goes on. After use, turn thermostat to ”0”. 2.2. Baking stone fonction (sold separatly): The ”baking stone” option includes: an oven-proof stone, a 3,000 Watt electric element and a ”bread server”.
Cooktop OPERATION 2.5. The oven dishes Green indicator USA & CANADA Note: The red light (C) at the bottom of the control panel indicates a problem in the ignition process. Whenever it goes on, please check that gas is flowing into the appliance, reset by pressing the ”B” button. D Electric broiler control Green indicator There are several different trays in your oven: The large tray or the pastry tray with an enamelled coating.
USA & CANADA Important Information MAINTENANCE 3. STARTING WITH THE COOKTOP ELEMENTS 3.1. Open tops, hot tops, open top broiler or griddle with electronic ignition To ignite the gas burner: press the control knob and rotate it counter clockwise, to the ”big flame” position. The gas at the burner ignites automatically. Keep the knob pressed in for 5 to 10 seconds, or longer if necessary (up to 30 seconds on new equipment). The sparking noise means that the ignition system is operating normally.
1. ADJUSTMENTS OF THE TOP BURNER LOW FLAME SETTINGS Open top, hot top, open top broiler or gridd le Only the low settings for the burners of the open tops, hot top, open top broiler or griddle can be adjusted by means of the following procedure: 1. Turn gasburner on and set to lowest setting (small flame). A 2. Remove the control knobs (A) and knob bezel by unscrewing the allen screw to access the by-pass screw. 3.
USA & CANADA Fuel conversion MAINTENANCE The location of the orifices for the various gas burners differ (see photographs below). cap of the burner orifice gas burner Note: Gas pressure regulator setting must also be adjusted when changing fuel type. Orifices of gas burner and hotplate are replaced by means of this sequence: 1. Remove the brisk heat grill, then the pan. 2. Remove the cap of the burner. 3. Unscrew the orifice from the top using a standard 7 mm box spanner.
Save the orifices removed from the appliance for future use. WARNING The conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire, explosion or production of carbon monoxide may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
USA & CANADA Oven Light A B MAINTENANCE Pressure regulator Cap LP Gas Pressure test point Cap Natural Gas C B Pressure regulator Stick on label Stick the appropriate label on to the data badge to indicate the gas the appliance is now set for. Pressure Testing Connect the appliance to the gas supply. Check the appliance is gas sound. The gas pressure can be measured at the pressure test point on the appliance side on the manifold, near the pressure regulator. 5.
Electrical diagrams MAINTENANCE USA & CANADA ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS 1. GAS COOKTOP ELECTRONIC IGNITION. ”CAUTION - Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.” ”Verify proper operation after servicing.” BURNER BURNER BURNER BURNER BURNER BURNER 14 kV 240 V a.c.
USA & CANADA Electrical diagrams MAINTENANCE 2. ELECTRIC COOKTOP SECTION (WHEN PROVIDED) ”CAUTION - Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.” ”Verify proper operation after servicing.
Electrical diagrams MAINTENANCE USA & CANADA 3. GAS OVEN WIRING - ELECTRONIC IGNITION ”CAUTION - Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.” ”Verify proper operation after servicing.
USA & CANADA Electrical diagrams MAINTENANCE 4. ELECTRIC OVEN ”CAUTION - Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.” ”Verify proper operation after servicing.
WA R R A N T Y ( 3 La Cornue company warrants to the original user for a period of three years from date of delivery not to exceed 42 months from date of shipment by Company that the product(s) manufactured by Company are free from defects in material and workmanship.
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