American Range GREEN FLAME RESTAURANT Series User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL FOR
RESTAURANT SERIES RANGES
AR-GF SERIES
PROFESSIONAL QUALITY COOKING EQUIPMENT
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Installation, Operation and
Maintenance Instructions
AR-GF Series Ranges
Owner’s Manual
13592 Desmond St., Pacoima, CA 91331 818.897.0808 tel [phone] toll free www.americanrange.com
FOR YOUR SAFETY!
Do not store or use gasoline or
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IMPORTANT SERVICE NOTICE!
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Instruction to be followed in the event the user smells gas should be posted
in a prominent location. This information should be obtained by
consulting the local gas supplier.

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To Our Most Valued Customer:
Congratulations on your purchase of an American Range product. We hope you will enjoy the
design, manufactured quality, innovative features and cooking performance of this product – it
represents our continuing dedication to satisfying the most demanding needs of customers
like you.
Please read this manual and become familiar with important safety information about how
to install and set-up the unit, basic operating instructions, and how to maintain that just-like-
brand-new appearance and performance - over years of day-to-day use.
If you should encounter any sort of problem, turn to the section of the manual entitled,
“Troubleshooting” – for a quick solution or guidance regarding the next step required to get
back to tip-top condition.
Thank you for choosing an American Range product for your kitchen. As you can expect,
this appliance is designed for years of reliable service. If you have any questions or comments,
please contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit, or contact American Range
Customer Service via email: [e-mail] at www.americanrange.com, or call
888.753.9898.
PROFESSIONAL QUALITY COOKING EQUIPMENT
Sincerely,
President, American Range Corporation
Shane Demirjian

Owner’s Manual AR-GF Series Ranges
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GENERAL 1
Important Safety Information ..................................................................................... 1
Shipping Damage Claim Procedure........................................................................ 2
INSTALLATION 3-10
Installation, Operation & Service Personnel....................................................... 3
Ventillation Hoods............................................................................................................ 3
Gas Standards and Codes ............................................................................................ 3
Manual Shut-Off Valve..................................................................................................... 4
Rating Plate............................................................................................................................ 4
Electric Standard & Codes ........................................................................................... 5
Casters..................................................................................................................................... 6
Leveling.................................................................................................................................... 6
Electrical Connection....................................................................................................... 6
Gas Connection.................................................................................................................. 7
Pressure Regulator............................................................................................................ 7
Gas Requirements............................................................................................................. 7
Test Joints............................................................................................................................... 7
Couplings, Connectors, Casters................................................................................. 7
RANGE START UP PROCEDURE 8
TYPICAL MODELS AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION 9
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST10
OPERATING11-12
Before Using Cook Top ................................................................................................11
Burner Operation............................................................................................................11
Auto Re-ignition................................................................................................................11
Radiant Broiler...................................................................................................................11
Grill...........................................................................................................................................12
Griddle...................................................................................................................................12
HI-SHELF INSTALLATION13
MAINTENANCE14
Surface Broiler ...................................................................................................................14
Griddle / Raised Griddle Broiler..............................................................................14
Oven .......................................................................................................................................14
Summary...............................................................................................................................14
ExPLODED VIEW DRAWING & PARTS LIST15
CLEANING RECOMMENDATIONS16
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WARNING
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• INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A
CERTIFIED / LICENSED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER
• Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
• Please observe all local and national codes and ordinances.
• Do not remove any permanent warning labels or plates from this product.
• Please ensure that this product is electrically grounded.
• Consumers should retain these instructions for local inspectors and for
future use.
• The included Anti-Tip Device must be installed prior to operation
• WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
º Do not try to light any appliance.
º Do not touch any electrical switch, do not use any phone in your building.
º Immediately call your gas company. Follow the gas supplier instructions.
º If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the Fire Department.
WARRANTY REQUIREMENT
For reliable operation and for your own safety, this professional cooking equipment
must be installed by a certied/licensed contractor.
Failure to comply will void any written or implied warranty.
Should the equipment require service during the standard warranty period, the
receipt proving certied installation must be made available to American Range for
verication.
If installation was not performed by a certied/licensed contractor be prepared to
submit a major credit card for payment for proper installation.

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• Before beginning, please read all the instructions carefully.
• DO NOT remove permanently afxed labels, warnings, or plates from product. This will void the warranty.
• All local and national codes and ordinances must be observed; installation must conform with local codes.
• The Installer must leave these instructions with the consumer who should retain for local inspector’s use and for future reference.
• Installation and service must be performed by a qualied installer, service agency or gas supplier.
• Please ensure that the product is properly grounded.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW!
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CAUTION
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SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some by-products which are on the list of substances known by the State of
California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. California law requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure
to such substances. To minimize exposure to these substances, always operate this unit according to the Owners Manual,
ensuring you provide proper ventilation when cooking with gas.
Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on
your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

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Installation of the equipment should be performed by qualied, certied, licensed and/or authorized personnel who are experienced
in state/local installation codes.
Operation of the equipment should be performed by qualied or authorized personnel who have read this manual and understand
and are familiar with the functions of the equipment.
Service of the equipment should be performed by qualied personnel who are knowledgeable with American Range products.
VENTILATION HOODS
Means must be provided for any commercial, heavy-duty cooking appliance to exhaust combustion waste products to the outside
of the building. Usual practice is to place the unit under an exhaust hood. Filters and drip troughs should be part of any industrial
hood. Consult local codes before constructing and installing a hood.
Room air movement should be monitored during installation. Strong exhaust fans in the hood or in the overall air conditioning
system can produce a slight vacuum in the room and/or cause air drafts – either may interfere with the pilot or main burner
performance and can also be hard to diagnose. If pilot burner or main burner outage problems persist – make up air openings or
bafes may have to be provided in the room.
INSTALLATION - GAS STANDARDS AND CODES
IMPORTANT - The installation of this appliance must conform to local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel
Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149-1 or the Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149-2
as applicable, including:
1. The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressure in excess of 1/2 psi (3.45 kPa).
2. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing the individual manual shut-off
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system.
The appliance, when installed, must be wired and electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.2 as applicable.
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INSTALLATION

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RATING PLATE - The information on the rating plate denes the model,
serial number, gas type (natural or liquid propane), operating pressures and burner
BTU ratings. Keep this information for future reference. It is essential for proper
identication of the unit when requesting additional information or factory support.
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Intertek
3013256
Intertek
MODEL: SERIAL NO.
AR-GF-36
GAS TYPE: NAT MAN. PRESS: IN. W.C.
5.0
XXXXXX-XXX
INPUT-BTU/HOUR/BURNER CLEARANCES
NON-COMB. COMB.
25,000
BACK
SIDES
0"
0"
4"
12"
FOR USE ONLY ON NONCOMBUSTIBLE NONCOMBUSTIBLE FLOORS
CURB MUST HAVE 2" OVERHANG
INTENDED FOR OTHER THAN HOUSEHOLD USE.
ANSI Z83.11a/CSA 1.8a-2007 Food Service Equipment
OPEN TOP
GRIDDLE
HOT TOP
20,000
*
27,000
SM. OVEN
STD. OVEN
CONV/NV
OVEN
35,000
30,000
ELECTRICAL RATINGS
NOMINAL: VAC
INNOVECTION:
CONVECTION:
120 PHASE 1 AMP 15 HZ 60
VAC 120 PHASE 1 AMP HZ 603
VAC 120 PHASE 1 AMP HZ 605
GAS CONNECTION - The single deck oven requires one gas connection; the double deck oven requires two gas connections.
The gas inlet line size of this appliance is 3/4" NPT. For proper operation, the gas supply service line must be the same size or
greater than the inlet line size of the appliance.
MANUAL SHUT-OFF VALVE - A gas pressure regulator and a contractor-supplied shut-off valve must be plumbed in the gas
service line ahead of the appliance – in a physical location where it can be reached quickly in the event of an emergency.
A
DCE
F
G
C
B B
C
G
F
ECD
A
H
NATURAL GAS LP GAS
A. Gas pressure regulator
B. 90º Street elbow
C. Adapter (must be 3/4" male pipe thread)
D. Flexible connector
E. Manual gas shut-off valve
F. 3/4" gas supply
G. Use pipe-joint compound
A. Gas pressure regulator
B. 90º Street elbow
C. Adapter (must be 3/4" I.O. male pipe thread)
D. Flexible connector
E. Manual gas shut-off valve
F. 3/4" gas supply
G. Use pipe-joint compound
H. Step down regulator
The gas pressure regulator must be installed in the gas line – failure to install a pressure regulator will void the equipment warranty. The
regulators supplied with ranges have 3/4" NPT connections; the regulator is adjusted at the factory for 5" W.C (water column) manifold
gas pressure (natural gas) or 10" W.C. manifold gas pressure for propane gas operation.
Before connecting the regulator, check the incoming line pressure – as these regulators can only withstand a maximum inlet pressure
of 14" W.C. (1/2 PSI); exceeding this pressure will damage them. Visually double check any installer-supplied intake pipes and/or blow
them out using compressed air to clear any dirt or debris, threading chips, or other foreign matter – before installing a service line.
Those particles will clog gas orices when gas pressure is applied. Compounds used on threaded joints of this appliance piping must be
resistant to the action of NG and LP gas and provide a gas tight seal to prevent leaks. If the gas supply line pressure is greater than this
amount, a step-down regulator will be required. A gas ow direction arrow is cast into the body of the regulator to minimize installation
error – it should point downstream to the appliance. The blue air vent cap on the top of the regulator is part of the regulator and
should not be removed.
Any adjustment to the regulator must be
made only by qualied and licensed service
personnel with the proper calibrated test
equipment. Gas connections should be
performed by a qualied licensed contractor.
Rating Plate

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION - The standard gas operated convection ovens require a 120VAC, 60 Hz, 15 AMP electrical service
for operation. The supply cord provided on the appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for protection against
electrical shock hazard. The electrical service in the building must be equipped with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle, in
accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada – to
Canadian electrical codes, CSA C22.2. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.
For gas red 120 VAC units and any NEC compliant receptacle, proper ground and correct
polarity are required.
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
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NOTE
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CAUTION
120 VAC POLARITY SPECS A39074
INSTALLATION - ELECTRIC UTILITY CONNECTIONS - STANDARDS AND CODES
Qualied installation personnel are individuals, a rm or a company which either in person or through a representative are engaged
in and responsible for the installation of electrical wiring from the electric meter, main control box or service outlet to the electric
appliance.
Qualied installation personnel, licensed and bonded, must be experienced in such work, familiar with all precautions required and
have complied with all requirements of state or local authorities having jurisdiction.
 - All ovens, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes,
or in the absence of codes, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 - Latest Edition and/or Canadian National Electrical
Code C22.2 as applicable.
The ventilation of these ranges should be in accordance with local codes. In absence of local codes, refer to the national ventilation
code titled, Standard for the Installation of Equipment for the Removal of Smoke and Grease Laden Vapors from Commercial
Cooking Equipment, NFPA-96-Latest Edition.
GENERAL ExPORT INSTALLATIONS - Installation must conform to Local and National Standards. Local installation codes
and/or requirements may vary. If you have any questions regarding the proper installation or operation of your American Range
Convection Oven, please contact your local distributor. If you do not have a local distributor, contact American Range
Corporation at 1.888.753.9898 or visit us at www.americanrange.com
WARNING
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CASTER INSTALLATION
When installing provided casters, match holes on the caster with holes on the oven bottom base and fasten with the
hardware provided. Locking-type casters must be installed in the front.
Ovens with casters must be installed with the locking front casters supplied, a exible connector complying with ANSI Z21.69.
CGA6.16 and a quick-disconnect device complying with ANSI Z21.41CGA 6.9. Adequate means must be provided to limit the
movement of the appliance without depending on the connector and the quick-disconnect device or its associated piping to limit the
appliance movement.
LEVELING
A carpenter’s spirit level should be placed on the oven oor, and the unit leveled both front-to-back and side-to-side. If the unit is
not level, cakes, casseroles and any other liquid or semi-liquid batter will not bake evenly, burner combustion may become erratic, and
the unit will not function properly.
If the kitchen oor is relatively smooth and level, the unit may be leveled by turning the "foot" section of the leg, since casters are not
adjustable. Identify the high corner and level the unit if the adjustment required exceeds the 1-1/4" limit use metal shims.
CHECK OPERATION
All American Range Corporation appliances are adjusted and tested before leaving the factory, effectively matching them to
appropriate atmospheric conditions. We recommend that adjustments and calibrations are performed upon installation to assure
proper operation of the unit and avoid possible problems caused by rough handling or vibration during shipment. This work must
be performed only by qualied service personnel. These adjustments are the responsibility of the customer and/or dealer and are
not covered by warranty.
Check all gas connections for leaks with a soapy water solution before lighting the oven. DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME TO
CHECK FOR LEAKS! Putting an open ame beside a new gas connection is extremely dangerous and may result in serious injury
or death.
13592 Desmond St., Pacoima, CA 91331 818.897.0808 tel [phone] toll free www.americanrange.com
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Owner’s Manual AR-GF Series Ranges
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CAUTION
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
0The Range must be electrically grounded in compliance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA70.
0This range requires a 120 volt supply to operate the ignition system. The supply cord provided on the range is equipped with
a three-prong (grounding) plug for protection against electrical shock.
0The electrical service in the building must be equipped with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.
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POWER REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS RANGE
0120 VAC, 60 Hz, single phase, 15 AMP Max