Thor Kitchen ARG30 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGS ....................................................................................................................... 3
WELCOME ......................................................................................................................... 4
BEFORE YOU START......................................................................................................... 5
SAFETY AND WARNINGS................................................................................................. 6
Safety Symbols...................................................................................................................6
Electrical Shock Hazard................................................................................................... 7
Tipping Hazard................................................................................................................. 7
Explosion Hazard.............................................................................................................. 8
Fire Hazard....................................................................................................................... 8
Poisoning Hazard............................................................................................................. 9
Hot Surface Hazard.......................................................................................................... 9
Other Safety Tips.............................................................................................................. 9
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................12
Safety Tips For Gas Operation......................................................................................... 12
DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES ................................................................................ 13
Btu Design....................................................................................................................... 13
Gas Range Clearance...................................................................................................... 15
ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS ............................................................... 16
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS................................................................. 17
CONNECT RANGE TO GAS SUPPLY .............................................................................. 17
After Installation............................................................................................................. 18
FIRST USE ...................................................................................................................... 19
Conditioning The Oven.................................................................................................... 19
COOKTOP SAFETY GUIDELINES.................................................................................... 19
Surface Burner Ignition................................................................................................ 20
Simmer And Boil............................................................................................................. 21
Flame Size...................................................................................................................... 21
Power Failure .................................................................................................................21
Cooktop........................................................................................................................... 21
Burner Grates................................................................................................................. 21
OPERATING THE OVEN .................................................................................................. 23
Oven Cooking Safety Guidelines..................................................................................... 23
Oven Function................................................................................................................. 24
Using The Option Function............................................................................................ 24
Clock............................................................................................................................... 25
Temp Unit........................................................................................................................ 25
Sound On/Off................................................................................................................... 25
Temp Adjust..................................................................................................................... 25
12-hour Energy Saving.................................................................................................... 25
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Cooking Modes ................................................................................................................ 26
Bake ................................................................................................................................. 26
Conv. Bake ....................................................................................................................... 26
Conv. Roast ...................................................................................................................... 27
Pizza ................................................................................................................................ 27
Warm ............................................................................................................................... 28
Broil ................................................................................................................................. 28
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................. 29
DO’S ................................................................................................................................. 29
DONT’S ............................................................................................................................ 29
Cleaning Burner Caps And Flame Spreaders ................................................................. 29
Cleaning Oven Shelves ................................................................................................... 30
Cleaning Broil/Roast Pan ................................................................................................ 30
Cleaning Bake And Broil Burners ................................................................................... 30
Cleaning Porcelain Surfaces .......................................................................................... 30
Cleaning The Oven Galss Window ................................................................................... 30
Cleaning The Oven Door Gasket ...................................................................................... 31
Cleaning Stainless Steel Surfaces .................................................................................. 31
REMOVING AND REPLACING THE OVEN DOOR.............................................................. 32
RemovingThe Oven Door ................................................................................................ 32
Replacing The Oven Door ................................................................................................ 33
TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE............................................................................................34
Cooktop ........................................................................................................................... 34
Oven ................................................................................................................................ 36
Information code ............................................................................................................. 37
WARRANTY & SERVICE ................................................................................................... 38
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WARNINGS
These are the most critical warnings summarized below.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury ordeath.
Do not store oruse 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 our gas supplier from aneighbor's phone.
Follow thegas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installationand service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
WARNING:
Never Operate the Top Surface Cooking Section of this Appliance Unattended
• Failure to follow this warning statement could result in fire, explosion, or burn hazard that could cause
property damage,personal injury, or death.
• If a fire should occur, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your fire department.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO EXTINGUISH AN OIL/GREASE FIRE WITH WATER.
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Thank you for purchasing Thor range. We appreciate yourbusiness and we recommend that you read
this entire User’s Manual before operating yournew appliance for the first time.
This manual contains instructions on how to properly install and set up your new range, as wellas in-
sights into the unique features that our product offers. Please keep this manual for future reference, as
it contains answers to questions that you might have as you begin to cook.
Thank you, Thor Group
This manual applies to the following models’ series: CRG3004U CRG3606U
WELCOME
2. Welcome
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BEFORE YOU START
3. Before you start
• Make sure that the anti-tip of the rangehas been interoperability.
• Find the model and serial numbers on the CSA label in the bottom right-hand corner ofthe
backboard. Note these numbers down for future reference in the space providedin section ‘Warranty
and service’.
• Read this guide, taking special note of the ‘Safety and warnings’ section.
• Removeall the packaging from the oven(s) and cook top. Recycle items that you can. Ifany adhesive
residue is left on surfaces, remove this using dish washing liquid on a soft cloth.Do not use any harsh
or abrasive cleaners.
• Make sure you follow the instructions under ‘Firstuse’ before using your range cooking.
• To reduce therisk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when strengthen appliance,
follow the important safety instructions limp-wristed:
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
4. Safety and Warnings
SYMBOLDEFINITION
This will alert you to potential personal or
property safety hazards. Obey all safety rules
to avoid any property damage, personal injury
or death.
WARNING: indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION: indicates a moderate hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderateinjury.
CAUTION: when used without the safety alert
symbol, indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
property damage.
IMPORTANT: used for installation, operation
and maintenance information that are not
related to safety.
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Before removing a faulty oven light bulb,make sure you turn
OFF the power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker
panel. If you don’t know how to do this, contact anelectrician.
Do not remove thekick panel or the back panel. Due to
electrical wires behind it, both panels should only be removed
by a qualified technician.
This appliance is equipped witha three-prong grounding plug
for your protectionagainst shock hazard andshould be plugged
directly into a properly grounded power outlet. Do notunder
any circumstances cut or remove the grounding prongfrom
thisplug.
Failure to follow this advice may result in death orelectrical
shock.
TIPPING HAZARD
All ranges can tip and cause injuries to adults and children. To
prevent tipping, install theanti-tipdevice supplied with your
range. Follow all installationinstructions.
Even after the safety device is installed, do not step, lean or sit
on the oven door or place any heavy objects on it. Doing so may
result in personal injury.
Make sure anti-tip device is installed as follows:
1. Slide the range forward.
2. Installthe anti-tip device as described in the instruction sheet
3. Safely tilt the front sectionof the range and slide the range
slowly back against the wall.
4. The rear pins should slideunder the bracket.
Do not use the appliance until it has been secured. Failure to
follow this advice may result in serious injury.
Anti-tip device for CRG3606U
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EXPLOSION HAZARD
If you smell gas, do not use the appliance. Open awindow ordoor to let
the gas escape, then follow the instructions on the inside front coverof
this manual.
Do not use water on grease fires. A violent steam explosion may result.
Turn allburners off, then smother fire or flame with adry chemical or
foam-type extinguisher. Do not try to smother with blankety-blank.
Do not heat unopened food containers such as cans. Build-up of pres-
sure may cause container to burst and resultininjury.
Failure to follow this advice may result in injury ordeath
FIRE HAZARD
Never use your appliance as a space heater. Persons couldbe injured or
a fire could start.
Keep the area aroundthe appliance free from combustible materials
(e.g. wall coverings, curtains, drapes), gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
Clean the stoveand burners regularly.
Do not let cooking greaseor other flammable materials accumulate on
the surfaces or near the appliance.
Do not hangany articles (e.g. dish towels) off the oven handle. Some
fabrics may ignite or melt from theheat.
Never leave the cook top burners unattended when in use. Boil over
causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.
Never spray an aerosol cleaner on or around the appliance while burners
are lit, Be sure allthe controls are turned off and the appliance is cool.
The aerosol gas and chemicals insuch cleaners could, in the presence
of heat, ignite or cause metal partscorrode.
Do not store flammables near cook top
Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven or near the cook
top. An accident could cause a seriousfire.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
POISONING HAZARD
Never cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an
entire rack or the oven floor with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so
blocks airflow through the oven and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning.
Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat, causing a fire hazard.
Clean the appliance with caution. If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe
spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burn. Some cleaners
can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. Follow the directions
of the cleaner manufacturer.
Failure to follow this advice may result in poisoning or death.
HOT SURFACE HAZARD
Accessible parts may become hot during use.
Do not touch burners, areas near burners, the grill, griddle, grease drip-
pans, heating elements or interior surfaces of oven. These may behot
enough to cause burns even though they are dark in color. During and after
use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact these
parts andsurfaces untilthey have had sufficient time to cool. Otherparts
and surfaces ofthe appliance may become enough to cause burns - among
these areas are the grates, backtrim and oven vents at the back of the cook
top, front edge, surfaces adjacent to the cook top, and the oven door.
Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may
result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements.
Do not use a towel or other bulkycloth.
Let hot grease cool before attempting to handle it. Failure to follow this
advice could result in burns and scalds.
OTHER SAFETY TIPS
Read instructions before use:
Read all the instructions before using appliance.
Use the appliance only for its intended purpose as
describedin constructionist.
Install the stove properly
Be sure your stove is properly installed and
grounded by a qualified technician.
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Do not install or operate stove if damaged. Do
not operate theappliance if it is damaged or
not workingproperly. If you received a damaged
product, contact your dealer or installer
immediately.
Know how to turn off power in emergency. Be
sure to have the installer show you where and
how to turn off thepower supply to the range (i.e.
location of themain fuse or circuit breaker panel)
and where and how to turn off thegas supply to
the range in an emergency.
Do not leave children alone near stove
Children should not be left alone or unattended
in thearea where the appliance is in use. They
should never beallowed to play withthe appliance
or to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
Do not store toys or candy over thestove
For safety reasons, do not store items of interest to
children in cabinets above a range or at the back
of the range – children climbing on the range to
reach items could be seriously injured.
Don’t wear lose clothing that could catch fire
Loose-fitting or hanging garments should neverbe
wornwhile using theappliance.
Do not repair or replace parts yourself (unless
recommended) Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance unless specifically recommended in
the manual. All other servicingshouldbe referred
to a qualified technician. Technicians must
disconnect the
appliance from the power supply before any
servicing.
Careful opening oven door
Use care when opening the oven door by allowing
warm air or steam escape before removing or
replacing food.
Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed.
Do not touchhot oven shelves
Protect your hands from burning by making sure
the oven is cool before sliding oven shelves into
oven. If a shelf must be removed while the oven
is hot, do not let oven mitts or potholder contact
the base of the oven or hot heating elements in
theoven.
Protect oven gasket
Do not cleanthe oven gasket or use any oven-
cleaning products on it. It is essential for a good
seal,
which ensures that the oven operates efficiently.
Care should be taken not to rub, damage ormove it.
Protect glass oven doors
Do not use harsh/abrasive cleaners, scourers or
sharp metal scrapers to cleanthe oven doorglass
since they scratch the surface, which may result in
the glass shattering.
Never step on oven door or place a heavy object
(like a Turkey) on it
Check for gas leaks
When theappliance installed, check for gas leaks
according to the instruction before use.
Ventilation hood is mandatory
This appliance should not be operated without a
properly sized and operational ventilation hood.
Use proper gas conversion kit
This stove might be used for natural gas or liquid
propane. If you are not sure whether the unit
is used for NG or LP, please contact your dealer
or Thor customer service for verification. For
LP conversion, please use conversion kit for your
certain model. Please have a certified technician
install the unit and kit (technical support is
available during normal business hours). If planning
to resell unit, please indicate whether it is natural
gas or has LP kit installed.
Do not reach for items over the stove when it is
lit Be careful when reaching for items stored in
cabinets above the appliance.
Read all instructions before using the product to
ensure proper andsafe operation. Install or locate
the product only in accordance with the provided
Installation Instructions.
Do not attempt to adjust, repair, service or replace
any part of your appliance unless it is specifically
recommended inthis guide.
Do not use the range as a space heater.
Do not leave children unattended inthe area where
the range is in use. Never allow children to sit or
stand on any part of the range. Do not let children
play with the range.
All servicing should be referred to a qualified
technician.
Have the technician show you the location of the gas
shut off valve and how to shut it off in an emergency.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
Always disconnect power to appliance beforeany
typeof servicing.
Do not use abrasive or caustic cleaners or
detergents on this appliance. They may cause
permanent damage to thesurface.
When cooking, set the burner controls so that the
flame heats only the bottom ofthe utensil and
does not overlapat the sides of the utensil.
Utensils (pots and pans) that conduct heat slowly,
i.e. glass pots, should be used in conjunction with
burner flames at a low or medium setting.
Turn off all controls and wait for appliance parts to
cool down before touching them.
Do not touch the burner grates or surrounding
areas until cool.
Do not use water on greasefires.
Clean appliance with caution.
Always turn pot handles to the side or back of the
range. Do not turn handles towards the area where
they are easily burned. Handles shouldnot extend
over the adjacent burners.
Use the range only for cooking tasks as outlined in
this manual. When using the range, do not touchthe
grates, burner caps, burner bases, or any other
parts in proximity to theflame. These components
may be hot enough to causeburns.
Use dry pot holders. Moist or damp pot holders on
hot surfaces may result in burns from steam.
Do not use a towel or other bulkycloth.
Do not heat unopened food containers. Buildup of
pressure may causethe concertante explode and
result ininjury.
During andafter use, do not touch
intercommunicates of the oven until cool.
Do not let pot holder touch hot subsurface.
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GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
5. GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Installationofthis range must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with national Fuel Gas
Code, ANSIZ223.1 / NFPA 54.
In Canada, installation must conform to the current natural Gas Installation /code, CAN 1-1.1-M81 and with local
codes where applicable.
This range has beendesign-certified according to ANSIZ21.1a, latest edition.
Reading LP in. w.c. NG (Natural Gas)
in. w.c
Maximum gas pressure 11.0
10.0
7.0
5.0
Appliance Regulator Setting
for outlet pressure
SAFETY TIPS FOR GAS OPERATION
Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and nonflammable vapors.
Do not obstruct theflow of combustion air into the range and ventilation air away fromthe range.
Ventilation: it is a must that the unit be set under a powered, vented exhaust hoodof sufficient size and
capacity.
Before installing the range, you must locate and secure the included anti-tipbracket to the wall for your
range.
CAUTION
The use of cabinets for storage above the appliance may result in apotential burn hazard. Combustible
items may ignite; metallic items may become hot and cause burns. If a cabinet storage is to be provided,
the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5" (12.7cm)
beyond thebottom of the cabinets.
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DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCE
WARNING
The appliance shall not be used for space heating. This information is based on safety considerations.
All openings in thewallbehindthe appliance and in the floorunder the appliance shall sealed.
6. DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES
The range may be installed flush to the rearwall.
You may install a non-combustible material, such as tile, on the rear wall above the rangeandup the
vent hood.
It is not necessary to install non-combustible materials behind the range below the countertop height.
The minimum distance from the side of the range above the counter top to combustible sidewalls must
be at least 10 inches.
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GAS RANGE CLEARANCE
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7. ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Your range must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in theabsence of local
codes, inaccordance with the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70, latest edition).
In Canada, electrical grounding must be in accordance with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical
Code Part 1 and/or local codes. A copy of this standard may be obtained from: National Fire Protection
Association, 1 Battery march Park, Quincy, Massachusetts 02269-9101.
The power supply must be the correct polarity. Reverse polarity will result in continuous sparking of
the electrodes, even after flame ignition. If there is any doubt as to whether the power supply has the
correct polarity or grounded, have it checked by a qualifiedelectrician.
Use 120V, 60Hz, and properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15-ampor 20-amp circuit.
Installation for ARG Gas Range
ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
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ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
8. ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
This indoor gas cooking appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection
against shock hazard and should be pluggeddirectly into aproperly grounded three-pronged receptacle.
Where a standard two-prongwall receptacle is encountered, it is the responsibility and litigationthe
customer to have it replaced witha properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle.
Do not cut or remove the grounding prongfrom the power cord.
Before connectingplug to the cord, disconnect the electrical supply.
CAUTION
Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and
dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
9. CONNECT RANGE TO GAS SUPPLY
Most localities will require that the stove shutoff valve and gas connections be installed by a certified
technicianor plumber. These instructions are for a professional. Gas installation specifications and
regulations may vary so please consult your local codesbefore proceeding.
1. Install a manual gas line shut-off valve in the gas line as follows:
a. in an easily accessed location outside the range
b. in the gas piping external to the appliance
2. Install male 1/2” flare union adapter to 1/2” NPT internal thread elbow at inlet of regulator.
On models equipped with standard twin burners, install the male pipe thread end of the 1/2” flare union
adapter to the 1/2” NPT internal thread at inlet of pressureregulator.
Use a wrench on the regulator fitting to avoid damage.
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CONNECT RANGE TO GAS SUPPLY
Installmale 1/2” or 3/4” (3/4” refers to 48-inch gas range) flare union adapter to the NPT internal thread
of the manual shut-off valve, taking care to secure the shut-off valve to keepit from turning.
The gas supply pressure for checking the regulator setting is 6 in.w.c. (Nature Gas) and11 inch.w.c. (LP
gas) connect flexible gas line connector to the regulator on the range. Position range to permit connec-
tionat the shut-offvalve.
When all connections have been made, make sure all range controls are inthepositionand turn on
maingas supply valve.
Leak testingof the appliance shallbe conducted according to the manufacturer's instructions. Use
some soap water (50%water and 50% soap) or a leak detector at all joints and connections to check for
leaks inthe system. Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks.
The appliance must be isolated from the building’s gas supply piping system by closing its individual
manual shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping systemat test pressure equal
to or less than 1/2 pig(3.5kPa).
AFTER INSTALLATION:
Check ignition of cook topburners.
Check ignition of oven burner.
Visually checktubular burner (oven burner) re-ignition to be sure both rows of burner ports are relight-
ing each time.
Check for gas leaks at all gas connections (using agas detector, neveraflame).
Check oven bake and convection bakefunction.
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