Amana ARG7300 Series User manual

Gas Range
Owner's Manual
ARG7300*
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English ..................................................................... 2
Français ..................................................................26

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Contents
Cooking Guide
Utensils................................................................ 18
Oven Rack Placement .......................................... 18
Pan Placement .................................................... 18
Baking Guide ....................................................... 19
RoastingGuide .................................................... 20
Broiling Guide....................................................... 22
CareandCleaning
RemovingOvenDoor ............................................ 23
ReplacingOvenLight Bulb.................................... 23
RemovingStorageDrawer..................................... 23
Cleaning ............................................................... 24
BeforeCallingforService ......................................... 25
Common Questions ................................................. 25
Model Identification
Complete enclosed registration card and promptly return.
Ifregistrationcardis missing, call Consumer Affairs
Department at 1-800-843-0304 inside U.S.A.
319-622-5511 outside U.S.A. When contacting Amana,
provideproduct information.Findproductinformationon
ratinglabellocatedonovenframebehindfrontofstorage
drawer. Record the following:
ModelNumber: ______________________________
ManufacturingNumber: ________________________
Serial or S/N Number: _________________________
Dateofpurchase:_____________________________
Dealer’snameandaddress: ____________________
___________________________________________
___________________________________________
Keep a copy of sales receipt for future reference or in
case warranty service is required. Any questions or to
locateanauthorized servicer,call1-800-NAT-LSVC
(1-800-628-5782)insideU.S.A. 319-622-5511 outside
U.S.A.Warranty service must be performed by an
authorizedservicer.Amana,alsorecommends contacting
anauthorized servicer if service is required afterwarranty
expires.
Asure™ Extended Service Plan
Amanaofferslong-termservice protection for this new
range. Asure™ Extended Service Plan is specially
designed to supplement Amana’s strong warranty.
Asure™providesbudgetableprotectionforupto3
additional years. This plan covers parts, labor, and travel
charges.Call1-800-528-2682forinformation.Availablein
U.S.A. only.
Model Identification .................................................. 2
Asure™ Extended Service Plan ............................... 2
ImportantSafetyInformation..................................... 3
ALLAPPLIANCES ............................................... 4
SELF-CLEANINGOVEN ...................................... 4
SURFACECOOKINGUNITS ................................ 4
OVEN .................................................................. 4
VENTILATIONHOOD............................................ 4
In Case of Fire...................................................... 5
Precautions.......................................................... 5
Installation
Packing Material .................................................. 5
Range Location .................................................... 5
CabinetOpening................................................... 5
Minimum Clearances to Combustible Surfaces ..... 6
Special Counter Top Conditions ............................ 6
Anti-tip Bracket Installation................................... 6
ElectricalConnectionRequirements ..................... 7
ElectricalConnectionClearance ........................... 7
Gas Connection Requirements ............................. 8
Gas Supply Location ............................................ 8
Gas Supply Pressure ........................................... 8
Pressure Regulator Location................................. 8
ConvertingforUse with Natural Gas
or Propane Gas................................................... 9
GasConnection ................................................... 12
Testing for Gas Leaks........................................... 12
Seal Openings ..................................................... 12
Place Range ........................................................ 12
Removal andReplacement ofRange ..................... 12
Adjusting Surface Burner Flame ........................... 13
Adjusting Surface Burner Low Flame Size............. 13
AdjustingOvenBurner Flame ............................... 14
Broiler Flame........................................................ 14
Operation
Operating Surface Burners.................................... 15
OperatingSurfaceBurner during a PowerFailure .. 15
Baking ................................................................. 15
Oven Light............................................................ 15
Broiling................................................................. 16
Electronic Oven Control Pads and Lights .............. 16
Setting Electronic Clock ....................................... 16
Setting Electronic Timer ....................................... 16
Self-Cleaning........................................................ 17

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Important Safety Information
WARNING
To reduce the risk of the appliance tipping, it
must be secured by a properly installed anti-tip
bracket(s). To make sure bracket(s) have been
installed properly, remove the storage drawer
and look under the range with a flashlight.
Bracket(s) must be engaged in the rear corner
of the range.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, do not sit, stand or lean on
ovendoor orovendrawer.
•ALL RANGES CAN TIP
•INJURY TO PERSONS
COULD RESULT
•INSTALL ANTI-TIP
BRACKET(S) PACKED
WITH RANGE
•SEE INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Toavoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury,or
death,make sure your range has been properly
grounded and always disconnect it from main power
supply before any servicing.
WARNING
This gas appliance contains or produces a chemical
or chemicals which can cause death or serious
illness and which are known to the state of California
tocausecancer, birth defectsorotherreproductive
harm. To reduce the risk from substances in the fuel
or from fuel combustion make sure this appliance is
installed,operated,andmaintainedaccordingtothe
instructions in this booklet.
WARNING
Toavoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury,or
death,make sure your range has been properly
grounded and always disconnect it from main power
supply before any servicing.
CAUTION
Donot obstruct the flow of combustion or
ventilationair.
WARNING
Toavoid death, personal injury or property damage,
information in this manual must be followed exactly.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and 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.
•Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

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Important Safety Information
SURFACE COOKING UNITS
1. Use Proper Pan Size—This appliance is equipped
with one or more surface burners of different sizes.
Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to
coverthesurfaceburnerflame.The use of undersized
utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to
direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing.
Proper relationship of utensil to burner will also
improveefficiency.
2. NeverLeaveSurface Burners Unattended atHigh
Heat Settings—Boilover causes smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite.
3. ProtectiveLiners—Donotusealuminumfoiltoline
oven bottom except as suggested in the manual.
Improper installation of these liners may result in a
risk of electrical shock, or fire.
4. Glazed Cooking Utensils—Only certain types of
glass, ceramic, earthware, or other glazed utensils
aresuitable for range top service without breaking
due to sudden change in temperature.
5.Utensil Handles Should be Turned Inward and Not
Extend Over Adjacent Surface Burners—Toreduce
the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and
spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil,
the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that
it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent
surface units.
OVEN
1. Use Care When Opening Door—Let hot air or steam
escapebeforeremoving or replacing food.
2. DoNot Heat Unopened Food Containers—Build-up of
pressure may cause container to burst and result in
injury.
3. Keep Oven Vents Ducts Unobstructed.
4. Placementof Oven Racks—Always place oven racks
in desired location while oven is cool. If rack is
removedwhile oven is hot, do not letpotholder
contact hot heating element in oven.
VENTILATION HOOD
1. CleanVentilation HoodFrequently—Greaseshould
not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
2. Whenflamingfoods underhood,turn fan off.Thefan,
if operating, may spread the flame.
ALL APPLIANCES
1. Proper Installation —Be sure your appliance is
properlyinstalled and grounded by a qualified
technician.
2. NeverUseAppliancefor Warming or Heating the
Room.
3. Do NotLeaveChildrenAlone—Childrenshouldnot
be alone or unattended in the area where the
appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to
sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
4. WearProtectiveApparel—Loose fitting or hanging
garmentsshould never be worn while using
appliance.
5. User Servicing—Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance unless specifically recommended in
the manual. All other servicing should be referred to a
qualifiedtechnician.
6. Storageinor on Appliance—Flammable materials
should not be stored in oven or near surface units.
7. Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires—Smother fire or
flame, or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
8. Use Only Dry Potholders—Moist or damp potholders
on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do
not let potholder touch elements. Do not use a towel
or other bulky cloth.
SELF-CLEANING OVEN
1. Do Not Clean Door Gasket—The door gasket is
essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not
to rub, damage, or move the gasket.
2. DoNotUseOvenCleaners—Nocommercialoven
cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind
should be used in or around any part of the liner.
3. Clean Only Parts Listed in Manual. See Cleaning
section.
4. BeforeSelf-Cleaning theOven—Removebroiler pan,
oven racks, and other utensils.
5. Removeall items from range top and backguard.

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In Case of Fire
Fires can occur as a result of over cooking or excessive
grease. Though a fire is unlikely, if one occurs, proceed
as follows:
Surface Burner Fire
1. Smotherthe fire with a nonflammable lid orbaking
soda, or use a Class ABC or BC extinguisher. Not
water. Not salt. Not flour.
2. As soon as it is safe to do so, turn the surface
burner controls to “OFF”.
•As an added precaution, turn off gas supply and
power at main circuit breaker or fuse box.
OvenFires
1. Ifyouseesmokefromoven,donotopenovendoor.
2. Turnovencontrolto“OFF”.
3. As an added precaution, turn off gas supply and
power at main circuit breaker or fuse box.
4. Turn on vent to remove smoke.
5. Allow food or grease to burn itself out in oven.
6. If smoke and fire persist, call fire department.
7. If there is any damage to components, call repair
servicebeforeusingrange.
Precautions
•Donotcookfooddirectlyon range top surface,
always use cookware.
•Donotmixhouseholdcleaningproducts.Chemical
mixturesmay interact with objectionable or even
hazardous results.
•Do not put plastic items on warm cooking areas.
They may stick and melt.
•Do not slide rough metal objects across range top
surface. Scratching or metal marking can result.
•Do not use damp sponge or dishcloth to clean
rangetop.
•Donotleavefatheatingunless you remain nearby.
Fatcan ignite if overheated by spilling ontohot
surfaces.
•Do not allow pots to boil dry as this can cause
damage to cooking surface and pan.
•Do not use range top surface as a cutting board.
Installation
WARNING
Toavoid risk of burns or fireby reaching over burners,
cabinetstoragespacelocatedaboverangeshouldbe
avoided.
Packing Material
Removeprotective packingmaterialfromrange.Tape
residue can be cleaned with a soft cloth and alcohol.
Range Location
Choosealocationbasedonfollowingfactors.
•Draftscausedbyhomeheatingandairconditioning
andopen doors or windows can disrupt ventilation
airpattern.Rangeshouldnotbeinstallednear
windows or doors.
•Makesure there is adequate space for proper
installation.
•Carefullyreadall instructions before beginning
installation.
Cabinet Opening
Rangeshouldextendapproximately2inchesfromcabinet
fronttooven door handle. Use dimensions in figure below
and shown in Special Counter top Conditions section to
prepare cabinet opening.
RangeDimensions:
Width—30inches
Depth—25inches(Rearstandoffstosidepanelfront)
Height—36inches
Standard Cabinet and Counter top Height

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Special Counter Top Conditions
Counter tops such as ceramic tile tops cause cabinet and
countertoptobehigherthan36inches.Followinstructions
below when counter top is higher than 36 inches.
1. Raise leveling legs to maximum level.
2. Measurefrom floor to side trim. If measurementis
less than height of counter top floor must be
shimmed.
3. Shim floor using a piece of plywood same size as
range opening. Secure plywood to floor. Plywood
must be as secure as original flooring.
4. Install anti-tip bracket(s) and slide range into place.
Anti-tip Bracket Installation
To reduce risk of range tipping, secure range with a
properly installed anti-tip bracket(s). Use either
rectangular or L-shaped anti-tip bracket(s) packed with
range. Follow appropriate instructions.
L-shaped Anti-tip Brackets
1. Measure 51/8inches from back wall on right and left
side of cabinet cutout. Mark measurements on floor
and draw a straight line connecting marks.
2. Position anti-tip brackets with inside edge over line
drawn on floor and end of bracket against cabinet.
•If range is not installed beside cabinet(s), position
range where it will be installed. Draw a line along
side of range on floor from front to back. Remove
range. Place anti-tip brackets with inside edge over
line drawn 51/8inches from back wall and end of
bracketoverlinedrawnalongsideofrangeonfloor.
•Anti-tip bracket must be installed on both right and
left side.
3. Mark 2 hole locations in each anti-tip bracket.
4. Drill holes.
•If drilling into wood, use a 3/32 inch drill bit.
•If drilling into concrete, use a 3/16 inch masonry drill
bit and insert plastic anchors.
5. Secure brackets to floor using screws supplied.
6. Slide range into position.
7. Removerangestoragedrawerandconfirmanti-tip
brackets is engaged with range leveling leg.
Minimum Clearances to Combustible
Surfaces
•Minimum clearance to rear wall is 0 inches.
•Minimumclearanceto a vertical rightorleftside
wall extending above cooking surface is 3 inches.
•Minimumclearance to counter top/cabinet on each
side is 0 inches.
•Minimumof30inchesbetweentopofcooking
surfaceand bottom of an unprotected wood or
metal cabinet.
•24 inches between cooking surface and protected
woodormetalcabinet above range. Cabinet bottom
must be protected by at least ¼ inch thick
millboard with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet
steel, .015 inch thick stainless steel, .024 inch
thick aluminum, or .020 inch thick copper.
A—30 inches unprotected/24 inches protected minimum
B—3 inches (Both sides of range)
C—18 inches minimum
D—0 inches
E—301/8 inches minimum
F—13inchesmaximum
G—0 inches
AB
C
D
E
FG

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Electrical Connection Requirements
Range must be electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes or in the absence of local codes, with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest
Edition. In Canada, electrical connections are to made in
accordance with CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code.
Use a 120 volt, 60 hertz, 3-prong receptacle protected by
a 15 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse. A qualified
electrician should confirm the outlet is properly grounded.
If a 2-prong outlet is encountered, range owner must
replace outlet before using range. Do not cut off cord, use
plugadapter,orremovegrounding plug.
Electrical Connection Clearance
Electricalconnectionmust be locatedinthearea shown in
Figurebelow.Electricalconnectionmustnotinterferewith
gasconnection.
A
BB
CC
D
A—2 inches (Both sides)
B—19½inches
C—12inches
D—6inches
WARNING
To avoid the risk of serious electrical shock or
propertydamage, do not cut or remove thethird
(ground)prongfrom the power plug. A3-wire
grounded conductor system must be used. Relying
ontheflexibleconnector,hardpipingoranyotherpart
of the gas supply line as a ground may cause fire,
electricalshockand/or erratic control operation.
Rectangular Anti-tip Bracket
1. Measure 31/2inches from back wall on right and left
side of cabinet cutout. Mark measurements on floor
and draw a straight line connecting marks.
2. Position anti-tip bracket.
•If range is installed beside cabinet(s), place anti-tip
bracket with back edge on line drawn on floor and
side of bracket against cabinet.
•If range is not installed beside cabinet(s), position
range where it will be installed. Draw a line along
side of range on floor from front to back. Remove
range. Place anti-tip bracket with back edge over
line drawn 31/2inches from back wall and side of
bracketoverlinedrawnalongsideofrangeonfloor.
•Anti-tip bracket can be installed on either right or
left side.
or
3 1/2"
3. Mark 2 hole locations in anti-tip bracket.
4. Drill 2 holes.
•If drilling into wood, use a 3/32 inch drill bit.
•If drilling into concrete, use a 3/16 inch masonry drill
bit and insert plastic anchors.
5. Secure bracket to floor using screws supplied.
6. Slide range into position.
7. Removerangestoragedrawerandconfirmanti-tip
bracket is engaged with range leveling leg.

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Gas Connection Requirements
Before connecting this appliance to the gas supply piping
system,confirm installationmeetstherequirementsoflocal
codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition. In Canada
installation must conform with local codes or the current
NaturalGasInstallationCodeCAN/CGA-B149.1.
Gas Supply Location
Gas supply must be located in the area shown below.
Gasconnectionmustnot interfere with the electrical
connection.
A
BCD
A
B
A—26inches
B—20inches
C—2¼inches
D—4inches
Gas Supply Pressure
•Applianceandindividual shutoff valvemustbediscon-
nected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in
excess of ½ psig (3.5kPa)(14" WCP).
•Appliance must be isolated from gas supply piping
system by closing manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at
test pressures equal to or less than ½ psig (3.5kPa)
(14" WCP).
•Gassupply pressure for checking regulator setting
mustbe at least 1" WCP above manifoldpressure
shown on rating label.
Pressure Regulator Location
Removerear cover to expose pressure regulator.
A
B
C
A—3¾ inches
B—31½ inches
C—2 inches
CAUTION
Toavoidproperty damage, maximum gassupply
pressure must not exceed 14 " WCP.

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Converting for Use with Natural Gas or
Propane Gas
Thisrangearrivesfromfactoryadjusted for use with
natural gas. If using LP/propane gas is desired, range
must be converted.
Converting Type 1 Pressure Regulator for Use with
LP/ Propane
1. Remove pressure regulator cap using a 7/8inch
wrench.
2. Removeplastic insert from pressure regulator cap.
•Plastic insert fits tightly in cap.
3. Reverse plastic insert and carefully push plastic
insert firmly into hole in pressure regulator cap.
•Cap must show “LPG10” or “LP10”.
4. Place pressure regulator cap on pressure regulator
and tighten.
•Insert should not disturb spring in body of regulator.
Converting Type 2 Pressure Regulator for Use with
LP/Propane
1. Remove pressure regulator cap using a 7/8inch
wrench.
2. Reverse pressure regulator cap.
•Cap must show “LP”.
3. Place pressure regulator cap on pressure regulator
and tighten.
WARNING
To avoid electric shock that can cause personal injury
ordeath, disconnect main electrical supply to range
beforeservicing.

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Converting Oven Burner for Use with LP\Propane
1. Remove storage drawer.
•Removing Storage Drawer section.
2. Locate and remove 2 screws attaching Z-shaped
coverplate.
•Coverplate located in center, rear of storagedrawer
cavity.
•Removingcover plateexposesovenburnerorifice
and air shutter.
A
B
C
A—Air Shutter Screw
B—Orifice Hood
C—Air Shutter
3. Turn orifice hood clockwise until snug.
•Do not over tighten orifice hoods. Orifice hoods can
strip.
4. Replace cover plate and storage drawer.
Converting Surface Burners for Use with
LP\Propane
1. Remove4burnercontrolknobsfromrange.
•Exposes 2 screws on burner control panel.
2. Remove 2 screws from burner control panel.
•Panel drops slightly after screws are removed.
3. Graspbottom of burner control panel, gently liftand
pull out panel until clear of burner valve stems.
•Afterburner control panel clears valve stems,
continue to roll panel until free from range. Set
aside. See Pivot Point in figure.
•Gasvalveand orifice hood arevisibleafterburner
controlpanelisremoved.
A—Burner Control Knob
B—Pivot Point
C—Burner Control Panel
D—Screw
4. While facing range front, turn orifice hoods
counterclockwise 1½ to 2 turns or until snug.
•Use ½ inch open end or 90° offset open end
wrench.
•Donotovertightenorificehoods. If orifice hoods
are over tightened, gas supply can be cutoff or
orifice hoods can strip.
A—Orifice Hood
B—Air Shutter
5. ReassembleBurner control panel after adjusting air
shutter.
•See Adjusting Surface Burner Flame section.