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Maytag GAS RANGE User Manual

Maytag GAS RANGE
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ABOUT Y()UR RANGE
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features that provide excellent performance, ease of
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appliances and the way we cook. It is therefore very Cleveland, TN 37320-2370
importantto understandhowyour new gas rangeoperates
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regarding all aspects of your appliance. By carefully
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Maytag GAS RANGE Specifications

General IconGeneral
Fuel TypeGas
Self-CleaningYes
ColorStainless Steel
Control TypeKnobs
Ignition TypeElectric

Summary

About Your Range

About Your New Gas Range

Congratulations on your choice of gas range; manual provides setup & usage info.

Important Safety Instructions

To Prevent Fire or Smoke Damage

Precautions to prevent fire and smoke damage during operation.

In Case of Fire

Steps to take in case of a fire emergency.

Child Safety

Guidelines for ensuring children's safety around the appliance.

About Your Appliance

General information and precautions about using the appliance.

Cooking Safety

Safety measures to follow while cooking with the appliance.

Clock and Oven Control

Timer

How to set and use the oven timer function.

Clock

Steps to set and adjust the appliance's clock time.

Oven Temp

Instructions for setting the desired oven temperature.

Broil

How to use the broil setting for cooking.

Clean

Procedure for activating the oven's self-cleaning cycle.

Cook Time/Stop Time or Oven Stop

How to set cooking time and delayed start/stop.

Additional Information

Additional operational notes and troubleshooting tips.

Surface Cooking

Pilotless Ignition System

Explanation of the pilotless ignition system for burners.

Lighting Surface Burners

Step-by-step guide to lighting surface burners.

During a Power Failure

How to light surface burners during a power failure.

Selecting Flame Size

Guidance on selecting appropriate flame sizes for cooking.

About the Surface Burner Flame

Information on proper surface burner flame color and sounds.

Adjusting the Flame

How to adjust surface burner flame size for safety and efficiency.

Conventional Surface Burners, if equipped

Instructions for removing and cleaning conventional surface burners.

Sealed Surface Burners, if equipped

Information on sealed surface burners, cleaning, and ignition.

Cookware Considerations

Advice on selecting and using cookware for optimal results.

Cookware Material

Overview of common cookware materials and their properties.

Canning

Guidelines for using the appliance for canning.

Oven Use

Oven Light

How to operate and replace the oven light bulb.

Oven Vent

Location and importance of the oven vent area.

Fan

Information on the automatic fan operation during cooking/cleaning.

Pilotless Ignition System

Explanation of the pilotless ignition system for the oven.

Oven Burner

Appearance and operation of the oven burner.

Oven Characteristics

Notes on how ovens may bake differently and require adjustment.

Oven Racks

How to use, remove, and replace oven racks safely.

Rack Positions

Chart detailing rack positions and their recommended uses.

How to Set Oven

Step-by-step guide to setting the oven temperature and starting cooking.

Preheating

Importance and duration of preheating the oven for baking.

Additional Information

Additional operational notes, door lock, and auto shut-off.

Use of Aluminum Foil

Guidelines for using aluminum foil in the oven safely.

Upper Oven (Chateau Range Only)

Information on the upper oven, its types, and limitations.

Safety Instructions for the Conventional Upper Oven

Safety precautions for the conventional upper oven.

To Set Upper Oven:

Instructions for setting the upper conventional oven temperature.

General Baking Tips

General tips for achieving optimal baking results.

Common Baking Problems and Why They Happen

Troubleshooting common baking issues and their causes.

Roasting

Method for roasting meats, including rack positions and temperatures.

Roasting Chart (Thawed meats only)

Chart of meats, temperatures, and approximate roasting times.

Automatic Oven Cooking

Using the feature to turn the oven on/off at preset times.

Immediate Start

How to start cooking immediately with a set time and temperature.

Delay Start

How to set the oven to start cooking at a future time.

Broiling

Method of cooking tender meats using direct heat.

Broiling Chart

Chart for broiling different types of meat with rack positions and times.

Continuous Cleaning Oven

Chateau Range Conventional Upper Oven Only

Notes that this section applies only to the Chateau Range conventional upper oven.

What Is the Continuous Cleaning Oven?

Explanation of the continuous cleaning oven feature and its mechanism.

Factors Affecting Length of Cleaning Time

Factors influencing the duration of the continuous cleaning cycle.

Manually Cleaning Heavy Spillovers

How to manually clean heavy spills in the continuous cleaning oven.

To Manually Clean Heavy Spillovers

Detailed steps for manually cleaning heavy spills.

Self-Clean Oven

Before Self-Cleaning

Preparations required before starting the self-cleaning cycle.

During Self-Cleaning

What happens during the self-cleaning cycle, including fan operation and lock.

After Self-Cleaning

Post-cleaning procedures and what to expect after the cycle.

Immediate Start

Instructions for starting the self-cleaning cycle immediately.

Delay Start

Instructions for setting the self-cleaning cycle to start later.

To Cancel Clean Cycle:

Steps to cancel an active self-cleaning cycle.

Care and Cleaning Chart

About Cleaning Products

Information on selecting and testing safe cleaning products.

Care and Cleaning Chart

A chart detailing cleaning agents and directions for various parts.

Maintenance

Cooktop Light, if equipped

How to operate and replace the cooktop light bulb.

Oven Light

How to operate and replace the oven light bulb.

Back Panel Light (Chateau Range Only)

Operation and replacement of the back panel light.

Upper Oven Light (Chateau Range Only)

Operation and replacement of the upper oven light.

Cooktop - Conventional Burners

How to lift the cooktop for cleaning conventional burners.

Cooktop - Sealed Burners

Information on sealed burner cooktops and cleaning.

Burner Grates

Proper placement and care of burner grates.

Oven Door

Safety precautions and instructions for opening and removing the oven door.

Door Lock Lever

Function of the door lock lever during self-clean cycles.

Oven Bottom

How to clean and remove the oven bottom.

Storage Drawer

How to remove and clean the storage drawer.

Leveling Legs

Importance of leveling the range and how to adjust legs.

Service Information

How to Remove Range for Cleaning and Servicing

Procedures for safely removing the range for cleaning or servicing.

Electrical Connection

Proper electrical connection requirements for the appliance.

Explanation of Fault Codes

Understanding and responding to fault codes displayed by the appliance.

Proportional Valve Adjustment

Adjusting the low flame setting on surface burners.

Adjusting Oven Temperature

How to adjust the oven thermostat for accurate temperature.

How to Obtain Service

Steps for contacting service or authorized dealers.

Before You Call for Service

Troubleshooting common problems before contacting service.

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