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ANoteToYou Thank you for buying a Roper appliance. You have purchased a quality, worldclass 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. It 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.
ImportantSafetylnstructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: General Read all instructions before using the range. *Install or locate the range onl in accordance with the provide J Installation Instructions. The ran e must be installed by a qua9ified installer. The range must must be properly connetted to electrical supply and grounded.
‘Use only dry otholders. Moist or damp pothol 8 ers on hot surfaces may result in bums from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder. It could catch on fire. Keep range vents unobstructed. ‘Do not heat unopened containers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause Injury. Do not store flammable materials on or near the ran e. The fumes can create an exp ?osion and/or fire hazard.
Grease Care and cleaning @Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spillovers immediately. *Do not 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. .
PartsAnd Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features.
Using Your Range In This Section Using the surface Positioning racks and pans ............................... For best air circulation Using aiuminum Betting the decbonk Bakinglroasting ..................................... .7 Broiling .............................................................. Page 13 9 Broiling tips ....................................................... 14 10 Energy saving tips ............................................ 10 clock.. ...........................
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. 1 SETTING HI 1 l l MED-HI l l MED l l I MEDLO I LO Cookware l l l l l l l l RECOMMENDED USE I To start foods cooking. To bring liquids to a boil. To hold a rapid boil. To fry chicken or pancakes. For gravy, pudding and icing. To cook large amounts of vegetables. To - keep food cooking after starting it on a higher setting.
Home canning information To protect your range: . Use flat-bottomed canners/pans for best results. l Use the largest surface unit for best results. Also, use a canner/pan which can be centered over the surface unit and which does not extend more than one inch outside surface unit area. Large diameter canners/pans, if not properly centered, trap heat and can cause damage to the cooktop. l Do not place canner on two surface units at the same time. Too much heat will build up and will damage the cooktop.
For best air circulation The hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach ail parts of the oven. This results in better bakfng. l Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. l For best results, allow 1’55to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven wails. There must be a minimum space of 1 inch (2.5 cm). l Use only one cookie sheet in the oven at one time. Use the following as a guide to determine where to place the pans.
Setting the electronic clock When you first plug in the range, or if your electricity was off for a while, all indicators will come on and the display will show “88:88”. The display will then change to “--:--“. SET and the Clock Indicator will show in the display. 1. Push the Clock button. ‘12:OO” will show in the display. Using the electronic Timer The Timer does not start or stop the oven. it works like a kiichen timer. Set it in minutes up to 24 hours. 1. Push the Timer button.
Baking/roasting 1. Position 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 Indicator Light will come on. The oven is preheated when the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light first goes off.
2. Loosen the locking screws inside the control knob. Note the position of the notches. 3. To lower the temperature, hold knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch counterclockwise. Each notch equals about 10°F (5°C). 4. To raise the temperature, hold knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch clockwise. Each notch equals about 10°F (5%). Tighten the locking screws and replace the control knob. Broiling 1. Position the rack properly before turning on the oven.
Broiling rack position chart TYPE OF FOOD/ DONENESS Hamburger patties and thin steaks, %” thick or less Quickly searing food, rare and medium steaks, medium patties, ham slices, fish steaks. franldurters 2 Broiling Welldone steaks and patties, lamb chops, split chicken, pork steaks and chops, whole fish tips . Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They are designed to drain excess liquid and fat away from the cooking surface to help prevent spatter, smoke or fire.
Using the automatic MEALTIMER” clock The automatic MEALTIMER clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set ... even when you are not around. Delayed time bakingroasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles. Do not use the delayed time cycle for cakes, cookies, etc. .. . undercooking will result. Before using the MEALTlMER clock, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. (See “Setting the electronic clock? on page 11.
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 to set the cooking time you want (up to 11 hours, 50 minutes). After five seconds, only COOK and the cooking time will show 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 right 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. Burn and Fire Hazard If you leave a utensil on the right rear surface unit, use potholders when moving it. Pan handles can become hot enough to burn.
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 antitip bracket properly secured. To verify the anti-tip bracket Is engaged: l Look to see if the anti-tip bracket is attached with screws to the wall behind the backguard. l Make sure the cable tether on the back of the range is secured by the two hooks on the bracket. l See Installation Instructions for further details.
Caring For Your Range r- In This Surface Section units and reflector Lift-up cooktop Removing Page Paw bowlr ...................19 ................................................. the oven door ................................. 22 chart.. ................................................ .23 The oven light .................................................. .25 Cleaning 22 Your range is designed for ease of care. You can do most cleaning with items found around your home.
3. Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle. 4. Lift out the reflector bowl. See “Cleaning chart-” on page 23 for cleaning instructions. Replacing 1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls. 2. Line up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle and the element holddown 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 unil opposite the receptacle. The element hold-down clip will keep the surface unit from moving around. NOTE: Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the surface units. They also help catch spills.
Lift-up cooktop 1. Lii front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place. l l Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked position. Failure to do so could result in personal injury from the cooktop accidentally falling. Do not drop the cooktop. Damage can result to the porcelain and the cooMop 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. PART HOW TO CLEAN WHAT TO USE Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel. l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not soak. l Replace knobs. Make sure all knobs point to OFF. DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive cleaners. They may damage the finish of the knobs.
PART Oven cavity WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water Soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas l l l l l l l l l Heavy-duty aluminum foil or shallow pan used while cooking 24 HOW TO CLEAN Make sure oven is cool Remove door for easier access. (See page 22.) Wash, rinse and dry well. Remove door for easier access. Place newspaper on floor to protect floor surface. Follow directions provided with the oven cleaner. Rinse well with clear water.
The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To turn the light on when the oven door is closed, use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. l l Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb. Failure to do so could resutl in electrical shock or burns. The bulb cover must be in place when using the oven.
If You Need Assistance OrService 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 toll-free 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 are not what you expected POSSIBLE SOLUTION CAUSE The range is not level. The oven temperature too low or too high. seems You have not preheated the oven as the recipe calls for. The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source. The pans are not the type or size recommended in the recipe. There is not proper air circulation around pan when baking. The cooking utensils are not the proper shape or do not fit the surface units being used. 2.
ROPER Electric Cooking Product Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company. WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your appliance. 2. Instruct you how to use your appliance. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring. 4. Replace owner accessible light bulbs. B.
