Viking VDSC530T4B Quick Reference Manual

Surface Operation Setting the Clock
Lighting the Burners
All burners are ignited by electric Clock Display (General)
ignition. There are no open-flame,
When AC power is applied (including after
"standing" pilots.
a power loss), CLOCK display shows a flashing
"12:00" and begins incremental time. Once set, clock
VariSimmer™
is "ON" or "OFF" based on user's last setting.
Simmering is a cooking technique in
which foods are cooked in hot liquids kept at or just
To turn "ON": If time is off, any key press will turn on
barely below the boiling point of water. Simmering
TIME display. When range is turned "ON" following the
ensures gentler treatment than boiling to prevent food
selection of FUNCTION or TEMPERATURE, TIME
from toughening and/or breaking up. The size of the
display turns "ON".
pan and the volume of food can have a significant effect
on how high or low a flame is needed for simmering.
To turn "OFF": Turn the range "OFF". If TIME is on
For this reason, Viking range and rangetop burners are
display, a second press of "OFF" button will turn off
engineered with a VariSimmer setting. The VariSimmer
TIME display.
setting is not just one simmer setting, but provides a
variable range of simmer settings. This variable range of Programming Clock
Clock Display
simmer settings allows you to adjust the flame height to
(Clock defaults to 12:00 and
SET
achieve the best simmer depending on the type and
flashes when first powered 12:00
quantity of food being simmered. It is this ability that
up or if power is interrupted.)
makes the VariSimmer setting the most accurate and
1. Press "CLOCK/PROBE"
trustworthy simmer on the market.
button. The clock display
STOP TIMER NO PROBE
will flash. COOK TIME ON DELAY
TruPower Plus™ Burner
(where applicable)
Ranges are equipped with a TruPower Plus 18,500 2. Toggle "SELECTOR" right to increase or left to
BTU burner in the front right burner position. This decrease to set desired time. Time will scroll in
burner is designed to provide extra high heat output, 1 minute increments per individual toggle. If
especially when using large pans, and should be used "SELECTOR" is held in either right or left position,
for boiling large quantities or if you need to bring time will increase or
something to a boil quickly. While TruPower Plus decrease in 10
CLOCK/
burner has the extra power needed to bring large minute increments PROBE
MIN/SEC
quantities of liquid to a boil rapidly, it is also able to until desired time is
TIMER
be turned down low enough to provide a very low reached. Clock COOK
TIME
and delicate simmer making this burner the most automatically rolls
STOP
TIME
versatile on the market. from AM to PM.
Griddle/Simmer Plate
(where applicable) 3. Push in "SELECTOR" to accept time and start timer
The optional 15,000 BTU griddle is constructed of or after 5 seconds, time will auto-accept.
stainless steel and is uniquely designed to offer (When clock is set and needs to be changed, press
excellent cooking performance as well as easy clean up. "CLOCK/PROBE" button and follow the two steps
The griddle is equipped with an electronic thermostat above. CLOCK display will flash when activated.)
to maintain an even temperature across the griddle
once the desired temperature has been set. The griddle
has a power "ON" indicator light which glows when the
griddle thermostat has been turned on. This will cycle
on and off as needed to indicate the thermostat is
maintaining the selected temperature. Before the
griddle is used, it is important to season the griddle.
See instructions in the Use & Care for steps on
seasoning the griddle.
Oven Controls
Left Rear Burner Left Front Burner Left Oven Left Oven
Control Knob Control Knob Selector Control Temperature
(15,000 BTU) (15,000 BTU) Knob Control Knob
SET HR
STOP TIMER NO PROBE
COOK TIME ON DELAY
Self-Clean
Oven Indicator Oven Temperature
Light Indicator light
HR MIN
TruConvec™ element
(behind baffle)
AM
PM Broil element
CLOCK/ PROBE OVEN FUNC
SET HR MIN TIMER MIN/SEC OVEN TEMP CLOCK/ PROBE FUNC OVEN
AM PM SET 88:88 HR MIN MIN/SEC OVEN 00000000
COOK TIME ON DELAY STOP TIMER NO PROBE TIME COOK OFF AM PM COOK TIMER TEMP 888°8
STOP TIMER NO PROBE COOK TIME ON DELAY TIME OFF
TIME STOP SETTINGS CLEAN/ STOP TIME CLEAN/ SETTINGS
Two
TruGlide
racks
OVEN
FUNC
OVEN
Oven light
TEMP
OFF
CLEAN/
SETTINGS
One
tilt-proof
rack
Concealed bake element
Griddle/Simmer Plate Operation/Settings
• Turn the griddle control knob to desired
temperature setting.
• ALWAYS turn off when not in use, or lower
the heat between cooking loads.
Left Display Right Display Right Rear Burner Right Front Burner
Griddle Control
(Clock & Time) (Function & Temp.) Control Knob
Knob
(15,000 BTU)
CLOCK/ OVEN
PROBE FUNC
MIN MIN/SEC OVEN
CLOCK/ OVEN
TIMER TEMP PROBE FUNC
AM SET HR MIN 00000000
PM 88:88 MIN/SEC OVEN
COOK TIMER TEMP
TIME OFF PM AM 888°8
STOP TIMER NO PROBE COOK OFF
COOK TIME ON DELAY TIME
CLEAN/ STOP CLEAN/
STOP TIME SETTINGS
TIME SETTINGS
Left Griddle
Indicator Light
Right Oven Selector Controls
Clock/Probe Oven Function
Oven light
Button Button
Allows clock to be set to desired time. Set the appropriate oven function
6
5
When probe is connected, use this button including: Bake, Convection Bake,
4
to set desired temperature TruConvec™, Broil, Convection Broil,
3
Convection Roast, Auto Roast, Defrost,
2
Min/Sec Timer
1 Dehydrate, Proof, and Self-Clean.
Button
Oven Temp
Allows timer to be set to desired time.
Button
Cook Time
Allows appropriate oven temperature to be set.
Button
Off Button*
Set a specific amount of time and a
specific cooking function to be performed. First press turns oven off. Second press turns
off time display. Activates Control Lock if
Stop Time
pressed in conjunction with
Button
Clear/Settings button.
Set a delay bake time, giving an amount of
Clear/Settings
time before baking begins and an amount
Button*
of time for the duration of baking.
Press Clear to acknowledge an expired timer.
Press Clear to cancel a function. When setting
a function, time etc., press the Clear key to
*Note: These keys have added importance.
revert to previous setting.
Oven Functions and Settings
BAKE (Two- BAKE CONV ROAST
Element Bake) (Convection
Control Knob
Roast)
(18,500 BTU) Full power heat is
radiated from the The convection
bake element in element runs in
the bottom of the conjunction with
oven cavity and the inner and outer
supplemental heat is broil elements.
two-element bake
radiated from the The reversible
broil element. This convection fan runs
function is recommended for single rack baking. Many at a higher speed in each direction. This transfer
cookbooks contain recipes to be cooked in the of heat (mainly from the convection element) seals
conventional manner. Conventional baking/roasting is moisture inside of large roasts. A time savings is
particularly suitable for dishes that require a high gained over existing, single fan convection roast
temperature. Use this setting for baking, roasting, and modes. Use this setting for whole turkeys, whole
casseroles. chickens, hams, etc.
CONV BAKE
CONV BAKE AUTO ROAST (Auto Roast)
(Convection
Use this function to simplify roasting by automatically
Bake)
searing the outside of roasts. When Set Auto Roast
The bottom element Temperature is reached, one long beep will sound and
operates at full the display will show "SEARING." The oven will remain
power, and the at searing temperature (set temperature plus 100ºF) for
top broil element 30 minutes. If set, Cook Time timer will begin.
operates at
convection bake
CONV BROIL
supplemental power.
(Convection
The heated air is
Broil)
circulated by the motorized fan in the rear of the oven
providing a more even heat distribution. This even The top element
circulation of air equalizes the temperature throughout operates at full
the oven cavity and eliminates the hot and cold spots power. This function
found in conventional ovens. A major benefit of is exactly the same
convection baking is the ability to prepare food in as regular broiling
quantity using multiple racks—a feature not possible in with the additional
a standard oven. benefit of air
circulation by the motorized fan in the rear
TRU CONV TRU CONV
of the oven. Smoke is reduced since the airflow also
(TruConvec™)
reduces peak temperatures on the food. Use this
The rear element only setting for broiling thick cuts of meats.
operates at full power.
HI BROIL
There is no direct
heat from the bottom Heat radiates from
or top elements. The both broil elements,
motorized fan in the located in the top
TruConvec™
rear of the oven of the oven cavity,
circulates air in the at full power. The
oven cavity for even heating. Use this setting for foods distance between
that require gentle cooking such as pastries, souffles, the foods and the
yeast breads, quick breads and cakes. Breads, cookies, broil elements
and other baked goods come out evenly textured with determines broiling
golden crusts. No special bakeware is required. Use speed. For fast broiling, food may be as close as
this function for single rack baking, multiple rack baking, 2 inches (5 cm) to the broil element or on the top
roasting, and preparation of complete meals. This rack. Fast broiling is best for meats where rare
setting is also recommended when baking large to medium doneness is desired. Use this setting for
quantities of baked goods at one time. broiling small and average cuts of meat.
CONV ROAST BROIL MED
MED BROIL
Inner and outer
broil elements
pulse on and off to
produce less heat
for slow broiling.
Allow about
4 inches (10 cm)
medium broil
convection roast
between the top
surface of the food
and the broil element. Slow broiling is best for
chicken and ham in order to broil food without over-
browning it. Use this setting for broiling small and
average cuts of meat.
LOW BROIL BROIL LOW
This mode uses
only a fraction of
the available power
to the inner broil
element for
delicate top-
browning. The
low broil
inner broil element
is on for only part
CNV BRL
of the time. Use this setting to gently brown meringue
on racks 3 or 4 in 3-4 minutes.
DEHYDRATE (Convection Dehydrate)
This oven is designed not only to cook, but also to
dehydrate fruits and vegetables by removing water
DEFR0ST
convection broil (Convection Defrost)
Use this function to defrost foods.
PROOF
Use this setting to allow yeast dough to rise.
Temperature can be set between 90º and 110ºF
(32º to 44ºC).
BROIL HI
SELF CLEAN
Use this function to clean oven.
high broil