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Amana The Big Oven ACF3355A User Manual

Amana The Big Oven ACF3355A
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Owner's Manual
Contents
Important Safety Information ................. 3
Adjusting Burner Flame ......................... 6
Cookware Suggestions ......................... 8
Using the Range.................................... 9
Custom Features ................................. 12
Displays and Signals ........................... 14
Using the Oven Control ....................... 15
Cooking
Baking ................................................. 20
Broiling ................................................ 23
Roasting .............................................. 24
Braising ............................................... 25
Care and Cleaning ............................... 26
Troubleshooting ................................... 29
Amana Warranty ................................. 32
Manuel du propriétaire ......................... 33
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Amana The Big Oven ACF3355A Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmana
ModelACF3355A
CategoryRanges
Fuel TypeElectric
Oven Capacity5.3 cu. ft.
Cooktop Burners4
Burner TypeCoil
Oven TypeStandard
Self-CleaningNo
ColorWhite
Width30 inches
Depth28 inches

Summary

Important Safety Information

Appliance Tipping Hazards

Securing the range with an anti-tip bracket to prevent tipping injuries.

Burner and Oven Surface Safety

Warnings about touching hot burners, areas near burners, and oven interiors.

Fire Prevention and Gas Safety

Avoiding fires from flammable materials and procedures for smelling gas.

General Appliance Safe Use

Guidelines for installation, operation, servicing, and storage to ensure safety.

Surface Burner Operational Safety

Proper pan use, unattended burners, and utensil handling for surface burners.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Information on chemicals in the appliance known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

Oven Operation and Self-Cleaning Safety

Safe practices for using the oven and preparing for self-cleaning cycles.

Fire Safety in Cooking Operations

Precautions during cooking to prevent fires, including unattended cooking and fat heating.

Adjusting Burner Flames

Placing Burner Caps Correctly

Ensuring burner caps are properly seated for optimal burner operation.

Testing and Adjusting Surface Burner Flame

How to achieve a clean, blue flame with a distinct inner cone.

Adjusting Surface Burner Air Shutter

Modifying airflow to achieve the correct flame appearance.

Testing and Adjusting Oven Burner Flames

Describing proper bake and broil burner flames and safety warnings.

Adjusting Oven Bake Burner Air Shutter

Steps to adjust airflow for the bake burner.

Adjusting Oven Broil Burner Air Shutter

Steps to adjust airflow for the broil burner.

Cookware Recommendations

Flat Pan Test for Cookware

Method to check if cookware has a flat bottom for efficient cooking.

Selecting and Avoiding Cookware

Guide on suitable and unsuitable cookware materials and types.

Canning Restrictions and Warranty

Explains why canning is not recommended and potential warranty issues.

Using the Range

Setting Surface Burner Controls

Instructions for igniting and setting surface burner temperatures.

Surface Burner Flame Adjustment

How to match flame size to pan size for efficiency and safety.

Power Outage Surface Burner Use

How to light surface burners during a power outage.

Aluminum Foil Usage Warnings

Caution against using foil in the oven, racks, or broiler pan due to hazards.

Oven Rack Positions and Guidelines

Explains rack positions for baking, roasting, broiling, and general placement.

Broiling Hints and Tips

Advice for successful broiling, including fat removal and turning food.

Removing and Replacing the Oven Door

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing and reinstalling the oven door.

Oven Door and Rack Safety Warnings

Safety warnings related to oven door handling and aluminum foil use.

Range Features

12-Hour Automatic Cancel

Automatic shutdown prevents prolonged, unattended oven operation.

Sabbath Mode Operation

How to activate and deactivate Sabbath mode for extended operation.

Child Lockout Function

Prevents accidental oven control programming by children.

Reminder Tones Functionality

Alerts user for next input during timed cooking functions.

Oven Temperature Control Adjustment

How to calibrate the oven temperature for accurate baking.

Service Codes and Error Displays

Explanation of F-codes and troubleshooting via self-diagnostic system.

Display and Signals

Understanding the Oven Display

Explains what the various displays and symbols represent on the control panel.

Timer and Preheat Signals

Describes audible signals for timer completion and oven preheating.

End-of-Cycle Signal

Explains the audible signals indicating the completion of a timed cooking cycle.

Using the Oven Control

Setting the Clock and Timer Functions

Instructions for setting the electronic clock and using the minute timer.

Oven Baking and Broiling Operations

Step-by-step guides for using the bake and broil functions.

Timed and Delayed Cooking Modes

How to use timed baking, delayed baking, and understand differences.

Self-Cleaning Oven Procedures

Instructions for operating self-cleaning and delayed self-cleaning cycles.

Oven Control Safety and Preparation

Safety precautions and preparation steps for oven functions like self-cleaning.

Cooking Guidelines

Baking Recommendations and Tips

Guidance on baking cookies, cakes, pies, and bakeware selection.

Common Baking Problems and Solutions

Troubleshooting common issues encountered during baking.

Meat Preparation and Cooking Basics

Handling, tenderizing, and using thermometers for meat.

Broiling, Roasting, and Braising Guides

Detailed instructions and charts for broiling, roasting, and braising meats.

Care and Cleaning

Oven Door, Light, and Drawer Maintenance

Instructions for removing/replacing oven door, cleaning door, and removing the drawer.

Cleaning Burner Components and Controls

Guidance on cleaning burner parts, broiler pan, and control knobs.

Stainless Steel Surface Cleaning

Proper methods and warnings for cleaning stainless steel finishes.

Troubleshooting Guide

Appliance Operation and Burner Issues

Solutions for common problems like appliance not working or burners not igniting.

Oven Control and Cleaning Problems

Troubleshooting display issues, oven lock, and self-cleaning problems.

Cooking Performance and Noise Issues

Addressing problems with baking, roasting, broiling, and oven noises.

Amana Warranty Information

Full One-Year and Limited Warranties

Details of the appliance's warranty coverage and duration.

Warranty Exclusions

Lists exclusions from warranty coverage, like misuse or normal maintenance.

How to Receive Warranty Service

Instructions on how to contact Amana for service and required information.

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