PROFESSIONAL GAS RANGETOP NG & LPG CONVERTIBLE Installation and Owner’s Manual This manual contains information for: Important Safeguards Installation Use and Care Certain range tops come equipped with special features. Determine from a study of your range top which of the instructions given in this booklet pertain to your range top. This booklet gives valuable instructions covering the installation and adjustment and use of your range top.
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M A N U F A C T U R E D A N D C E R T I F I E D Thor Group...
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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: Range top Series HRT3001U HRT3002U HRT3003U HRT3601U HRT3602U HRT3609U HRT3618U...
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Welcome & Congratulations ongratulations on your purchase of a THORKITCHEN range top! We are very proud of our products and are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Please read this manual very carefully, it contains valuable information on how to properly maintain your new gas range top.
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READ ALL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. If you smell gas Open windows Don’t touch electrical switches Extinguish any open flame Immediately call your gas supplier For your Safety Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
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Exposure to these substances can also be minimized by properly venting the burners by opening a window or using a ventilating hood or fan. Notice: Never keep pet birds in the kitchen. Birds have a very sensitive respiratory system. Fumes released during the self-cleaning cycle, overheated cooking oil, fat, margarine or overheated non-stick cookware may be harmful or fatal to birds.
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Wear proper apparel. Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface burners until they have had sufficient time to cool. When heating fat or grease, watch it closely and do not leave unattended. Fat or grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot.
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These r a n g e t ops must be installed in conjunction with a suitable overhead vent hood. Due to the high capacity of these professional range tops, attention should be paid to the hood and duct work installation to ensure it meets local building codes.
Installation Instructions Be sure the range top is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. It is the responsibility of the technician to make certain that your range top is properly installed. Situations cause by improper installation are not covered under the warranty. Any expenses incurred due to such situations will not be paid by the manufacturer of the range top.
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The installation of range tops designed for recreational vehicle installation must conform with state or other codes or, in the absence of such codes, with the standard for recreational vehicles. ANSI A119.2.2–1982 in the U.S.A. or CAN/CGA Z240.4.2 in Canada. The installation of appliances designed for recreational park trailers must conform with state or other codes or, in the absence of such codes, with the standard for recreational park trailers, ANSI A119.5.
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It is the responsibility of the installer to make certain that the range top is properly adjusted at the time of installation. Situations caused by improper adjustments or improper installation are not covered under the warranty. Any expenses incurred due to such situations will not be paid by the manufacturer of the appliance.
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Range top to such combustible surfaces above the 36” (91.4 cm) counter height. Within the 6” (15.2 cm) side clearance to combustible vertical surfaces above 36” (91.4 cm), the maximum wall cabinet depth must be 13” (33.0 cm) and wall cabinets within this 6” (15.2 cm) side clearance must be 18” (45.7 cm) above the 36”...
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should be installed a minimum of 30” to a maximum of 36” above the cook top surface. Recommended CFM should be g 450 CFM for the 30” range top. Do not install with a downdraft ventilation system Island Installation Note: There must be a minimum of 6” (15.2 cm) clearance from rear of range top to a combustible wall. Clearances from non-combustible materials are not part of the ANSI Z21.1 scope and are not certified by CSA.
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high. There must be a minimum of 6” (15.2 cm) side clearance from the range top to such combustible surfaces above the 36” (91.4 cm) counter height. Within the 6” (15.2 cm) side clearance to combustible vertical surfaces above 36” (91.4 cm), the maximum wall cabinet depth must be 13” (33.0 cm) and wall cabinets within this 6”...
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Make the counter top cut-out following the dimensions given in the illustration above. Base below range top must be of a non-combustible material.
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Installing the Range top Remove the range top from its package and set aside all burners, burner caps and grates. Gently slide in the range top into the cut-out, make sure your cut-outs are there for the gas connection and electrical hookup (if you choose to use it). Once this is done you’re now ready to slide the range top all the way back to the wall.
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piped connection. Never reuse an old connector when installing a new range top. If the hard piping method is used, you must carefully align the pipe. To prevent gas leaks, use pipe joint compound resistant to NG gases on all male external pipe threads.
Guidelines for using range top burners There are dual burners have the same low turn-down setting (SIM) for gentle simmering (620 BTU/hr). Use the SIM setting for melting chocolate and butter, cooking rice and delicate sauces, simmering soups and stews, and keeping cooked food hot. Never leave the range top unattended when in use.
To light the top burners, push and turn the appropriate control knob counter clockwise to the “HI” position. You will hear a clicking noise – the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner. Once burner ignition has been achieved, then turn the burner control knob to adjust the the desired heat setting.
If the gas does not ignite within four seconds, turn off the valve and allow at least five minutes for any gas to dissipate. Repeat the lighting procedure. If the power fails, it is not capable of being safely placed in operation and user that no attempt should be made to operate during power failure.
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griddle on. 4. Make sure the grease tray is under the front edge of the griddle. Position the tray under the griddle overhang to catch grease or food residue. Use of the griddle 1. Push and turn the control knob counter-clockwise to the preferred cooking temperature. 2.
CLEANING THE RANGETOP Cleaning guidelines Read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on page 2 and these ‘CARE AND CLEANING” guidelines before you start cleaning your rangetop. See the pages following for instructions on removing and replacing different parts of the range for cleaning and maintenance. To help you identify parts, see the range top diagrams on pages 24-26.
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Range top Surface and Control Panel Clean the range top surface with a solution of mild detergent and warm water. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents, waxes, polishes, or commercial range top cleaners to clean the range top. Treat stubborn, burnt-on grease and residue with the same solution of mild detergent and hot water, let it sit a few minutes and then wipe clean.
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Gas Range top Conversion and Adjustment Guide The range top is set for use with Natural Gas (NG). (The factory setting is indicated on the serial plate. When set for Natural Gas (NG) Gas operation, the pressure regulator will regulate the gas to 4” inches water column pressure. When set for Liquefied Propane Gas (LPG) operation, the pressure regulator will regulate the pressure to 11”...
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5. Replace the cap back on the regulator. 6. Next you will remove the grates, burners and burner caps from the rangetop to access the orifices. 7. You will need a 7mm socket wrench to remove the orifices. Each orifice can be accessed easily.
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See below for rating of LPG orifices for each model Left Front Left Rear Right Front Right Rear 18,000 btu 12,000 btu 18,000 btu 12,000 btu 1.22mm 1.00mm 1.22mm 1.00mm 10. Once all the orifices are installed, replace all burners and burner caps, then fire up the burners to check the minimum flame height.
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13. Next slide out the panel, there are notches at the top positing the panel in place. Notch 14. Using a 3/32'' X 3” screwdriver or similar you can make the adjustment. Turn to minimum flame then adjust the screw counter clockwise for a smaller flame and clockwise for a larger flame.
Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Possible Cause Solution BURNERS WILL Burner parts or igniters Check that the burner parts are clean, dry and correctly assembled. Check NOT LIGHT. May be wet, dirty or that the igniters are clean and dry. misaligned. TOP BURNER WILL Failed thermocouple Replace thermocouple NOT STAY LIT...
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Symptom Possible Cause Solution Low gas Contact gas company. BURNER FLAME pressure. Remove obstruction from air intake holes. GOES OUT AT Air intake holes LOW SETTING. around burners Simmer setting is to low are obstructed. THE FLAMES A draft or spill Turn the burners off, cleaning the burners HAVE has extinguished...
Warranty and Service This product has been manufactured by Thor group. Thor Group disclaims all express warranties except for the following: This warranty applies to products purchased and located in the United States. Products purchased or located outside this area are excluded. The warranty does not apply to damage resulting from abuse, accident, natural disaster, loss of electrical power to the product for any reason, alteration, outdoor use, improper installation, and improper operation, repair or service of the product by anyone other than an authorized Thor Group ,...
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7.The removal and re-installation of your range if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions. 8.This warranty is void if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from your range.
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