BlueStar® Freestanding Range Use & Care Manual MODELS RCS, RNB, Platinum, Precious Metals THIS APPLIANCE WAS DESIGNED FOR EASE OF INSTALLATION AND OPERATION. HOWEVER, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU READ ALL SECTIONS OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION. INSTALLATION MUST BE PERFORMED BY AN APPROVED GAS INSTALLER OR GAS SERVICE TECHNICIAN OR THE WARRANTY IS VOID.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using your appliance. Follow these important safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury or property damage. Do not remove permanent labels, warnings or data plates including the serial number from your appliance. Removal may void the manufacturer’s warranty and/or hinder effective servicing and maintenance.
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ANGE AND URNER BlueStar’s Platinum™ Series PowR Oven™ uses open flame technology. Flammable materials inside the oven when the oven is in use may ignite. Do not store flammable materials on, in or near the appliance. Keep the appliance area clean and free of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids, aerosol and sealed containers like baby food jars.
VENT OF AKE THE OLLOWING TEPS TO REVENT NJURY AND PREADING Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Turn off the controls and smother the flaming pan with a fitted lid, cooking sheet or large flat tray. ...
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AFETY NSTRUCTIONS Do NOT operate the convection fan during the initial pre-heat of the oven or while broiling. The Platinum™ Series oven operates with an OPEN FLAME. Improper use of the oven may result in a FIRE HAZARD. Please review page 28 for more safety instructions. ...
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BlueStar® ranges are designed for discerning home chefs who demand restaurant-quality results in their own kitchens. As the owner of a new BlueStar® range you can look forward to years of culinary excellence. You will prepare meals with the speed and accuracy of a professional chef right in your own kitchen. All equipment is designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards in the industry specifically to meet the needs of the world’s most demanding chef: you.
SERVICE INFORMATION Date of Purchase Model Number Serial Number Dealer Name Dealer Phone Dealer Address Date of Installation Installer Name Installer Phone Installer Address Your installer should complete the Performance Checklist, found in the Installation Manual or page 45 of this manual, before leaving your residence. Mail the completed checklist to: Warranty Department Prizer-Painter Stove Works Inc.
GETTING STARTED ® We know you are excited to start cooking and baking with your new BlueStar range. Before you begin, it is essential that you follow these steps for safe and optimal use. Become familiar with all the parts of your range.
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If a burner is replaced in the wrong position it may not function correctly. Become familiar with the location of your burners. Below are the standard burner configurations. Platinum Series Ranges: 24”, 30”, 36”, 48” and 60” RNB Series Ranges: 24”, 30”, 36”, 48” and 60”...
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Precious Metals Series Ranges: 30” and 36” RCS Series Ranges (Open Burner): 30” and 36” RCS Series Ranges (Sealed Burner): 24”, 30” and 36”...
URNER PERATION Push in and turn the control knob counter clockwise to HIGH to start the ignition process. The igniter will spark and make a clicking sound. The clicking will stop after the burner ignites. The initial ignition may take a few seconds. You may hear multiple clicks before it ignites.
Your ring grates, top grates and burner heads may darken over time with use. This is normal. ATTENTION TIP: To prevent your burners from darkening at an uneven rate, rotate the ring grate and top grates between more and less active burners. URNER CLEANING Ring Grates and Top Grates TIP: Clean spills as soon as possible to prevent sticking and build up.
Lift the burner head up and slide the burner head unit including the venturi tube up and slightly toward the back of the range so it clears the metal bar. Disconnect the orange igniter wire from its connector. ...
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NTEGRATED RIDDLE SOME MODELS Before You Begin You must season your integrated griddle before using. The seasoning process prevents food from sticking and the griddle from rusting. After seasoning, with time and use, your griddle will darken and develop a rich blue/black color, which is normal.
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Integrated Griddle Cleaning Allow griddle to cool to room temperature. Scrape off excess food with a spatula and wipe off used cooking oil. For heavy soiling, use a nylon pad coated with a thin layer of cooking oil. ...
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HARBROILER SOME MODELS Before You Begin Your charbroiler grate is reversible. One side has narrow slats for use with delicate foods like fish and some vegetables. The other side has wider slats for use with larger foods items like steak and chicken. Before igniting the burner, decide which side is best for the dish you are preparing and place that side face up.
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RENCH SOME MODELS Before You Begin You must season your French Top surface before using. The seasoning process prevents the surface from rusting. After seasoning, with time and use, your French Top surface will darken and develop a rich patina color which is normal. Seasoning your French Top Surface ATTENTION The complete seasoning process takes approximately 60 minutes and requires attention.
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After every use, apply a light coating of corn oil or high smoke point oil. Wipe off excess using a dry cotton towel. Never flood a hot French Top ring or surface with cold water. This may cause the French Top’s steel plates to crack or warp, and will void your warranty.
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For the stainless steel diffuser, wash with hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. The stainless steel diffuser is dishwasher safe. Platinum Series Griddle Plate Temperature Control Using the 15,000 BTU/25,000 BTU and the 18,000/22,000 BTU burners To achieve a 350 degree cooking surface. Turn both burners to the high position for 2 minutes, then turn both burners to the low position for 7 to 10 minutes.
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BTU burner to the low position and the simmer burner to the medium position for 10 to 12 minutes. This will achieve an even 500 degree cooking surface. Platinum Series Charbroiler Temperature Control Using the 15,000 BTU/25,000 BTU and the 18,000/22,000 BTU burners ...
OPERATING THE OVEN – A EFORE EGIN ODELS Clean removable oven parts As part of installation protective plastic wrappers on stainless steel surfaces should be removed. These wrappers must be removed before operation. Remove and properly discard all temporary labels and packaging material including cardboard, zip ties, paper and wrapping from the oven, broiler pan, oven racks, oven rack glides and exterior surfaces.
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Oven Guides and Racks Your oven has two standard racks and two five-position rack guides. Follow your recipe guidelines to determine the best rack location for your dish. TIP: For best results, center baking pans on the rack this will allow maximum air circulation around the food. ...
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Operating the Oven Do NOT operate the convection fan during the initial pre-heat of the oven or while broiling. Do NOT cover any slots, holes or passages on the bottom of the oven. Do NOT cover an entire oven rack with any material such as aluminum foil. ...
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Convection Baking and Roasting Convection baking and roasting uses a fan inside the oven to circulate the heated air more evenly, resulting in better heat distribution and a more consistent front to back, side to side, and top to bottom temperature. In general, convection baking or roasting takes less time and at lower temperatures than traditional baking or roasting.
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Operating the PowR Oven™ (Platinum™ Series Only) BlueStar’s Platinum™ Series PowR Oven™ uses an open flame heating element, which provides faster pre-heating. The power burner’s open flame is located in the center of the back wall of the oven cavity. A built-in fan turns on when on the burner is in use, adding to its efficiency and consistency.
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Convection Baking and Roasting All Platinum™ Series PowR Oven™ are equipped with a Convection Fan. For even more efficient baking and roasting, you can use your PowR Oven™ with the Convection Fan. If you choose to use the Convection Fan, standard adjustments in temperature and time are recommended.
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Operating the Infrared Broiler (All Models) Keep the oven door closed at all times when lighting and broiling. Open only to insert or remove food. Leaving the oven door open throughout the cooking process could damage range components. ...
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Oven Cleaning Do NOT clean the infrared ceramic broiler. Do NOT apply commercial oven cleaners to the oven door gasket. Do NOT rub or scrub the gasket since may damage the oven door seal. Make sure cleaning chemicals do not come in contact with any stainless steel, painted surfaces or the infrared ceramic broiler.
CARE AND CLEANING WARNING Make sure the cooktop surface and range are cool before cleaning. PART/ CLEANING FREQUENCY ATTENTION MATERIAL Do NOT use steel wool, metal pads or abrasive cleaners. Clean with stainless steel cleaner. Follow Backguard As needed cleaner manufacturer’s instructions. Discoloration may occur with heavy use.
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Grease Pan Remove from range. Discard grease and wash As needed Do NOT use abrasive sponges Insert (open in hot soapy water. Apply stainless steel or steel wool. burner models cleaner as needed with a rag, following only) cleaner manufacturer’s instructions. Do not clean grease pans while oven is on.
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Clean with hot soapy water – light oil coating No abrasive sponges after cleaning. Griddle After every use Clean the griddle grease Drip TIP: Pay extra attention to drip pan when Pan after every use. using the griddle. Turn on ventilation fan and make sure room is well vented.
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE ® Check these helpful tips for any problems with your range. If you need additional help call BlueStar Customer Service at 1-800-449-8691. COOKTOP PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION No electrical power to the unit. Plug into a three-prong electrical outlet that is properly grounded.
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Sealed Burner Models Only: Turn burner to LOW setting to ignite. Fill the propane tank. Low propane supply (for LP users) Lazy flame – floats, larger in Turn on/off valve fully to on. size than normal Low flame setting needs adjustment See Top Burner Air Shutter or Low Flame Setting instructions.
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It is recommended that a certified BlueStar service provider adjust the air shutter on your PowR Oven™. To adjust the air shutter, make sure the range is off and cool. Remove screws (3-4) holding the kick plate in Lazy or lifting flame on the place.
MAINTENANCE Oven Doors Periodically oven door hinges may require added lubrication to work smoothly. Whether this is necessary or how frequently will depend on how and how often you use your oven. Open the door fully and apply a small amount of lubricant to the ball visible in the hinge slot on your door.
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URNER HUTTER DJUSTMENT A properly adjusted burner will have sharp conical shaped blue flames. However, on some larger burners (22,000 BTU or 25,000 BTU) the cones are close together and blend into one another. The flame should be almost all blue. If your flames do not appear, follow the instructions to adjust the air shutter.
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URNER LAME DJUSTMENT At its lowest setting, a properly adjusted burner will produce a steady flame about 1/8” above the burner ports. If your flames do not appear, follow the instructions to adjust the flame height. ATTENTION Before you begin, follow the steps in the Air Shutter Checklist. 1.
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EPLACEMENT Only use a 40 Watt Appliance bulb. Regular light bulbs cannot tolerate oven temperatures. ATTENTION 1. Pry lens from housing. 2. Lift bulb from socket. 3. Replace bulb – do not touch halogen. 4. Re-install lens making sure recess in glass is at base of bulb.
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GNITER EPLACEMENT 1. For a front burner, remove the ring grate and top grate from the burner that needs the replacement igniter. For a rear burner, remove the ring grates and top grates from both the front and rear burners. 2.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST This checklist has been developed to assure proper installation of your appliance. To validate your warranty you must mail or submit online this form within 90 days of installation and a copy of your receipt to: Warranty Department, Prizer-Painter Stove Works Inc., 318 June Avenue Blandon, PA 19510 or www.bluestarcooking.com/support/product-registration/.
This Warranty does not cover Products installed outside the U.S. or Canada. This Warranty does not apply to gas type conversions on cooking ® appliances not completed by a certified gas technician, licensed plumber or certified BlueStar servicers. Full Two-Year Warranty Product Registration is not required to obtain Warranty Coverage but is highly recommended for optimal servicing and affects the length and certain remedies available under the warranty.
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Limited Cosmetic Component Warranty: This Warranty covers the repair or replacement of all cosmetic component ® flaws for thirty (30) calendar days from the date of delivery of the Product to the owner’s home from a BlueStar authorized dealer. Cosmetic components include top grates, ring grates, plate rail, kick panel, body sides, glass, control panel, door panel, back guards, oven seals), front sides of hoods, and hoods strapping.
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Out of Warranty Product Prizer-Painter is under no obligation, at law otherwise, to provide you with any concessions, including repairs, pro-rates or Product replacement, once this warranty has expired. What Is Not Covered This Warranty does not cover, and specifically excludes: ...
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THE OWNER AND PRIZER-PAINTER AGREE THAT THE REMEDIES SET OUT HEREIN ARE THE OWNER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES FOR BREACH OF ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WHETHER ANY CLAIM IS BASED ON NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORT, BREACH OF WARRANTY OR BREACH OF CONTRACT, OR ANY THEORY, PRIZER-PAINTER SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR EXPENSES, SUCH AS, EXTRA UTILITY EXPENSES, SHIPPING COSTS RELATED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PRODUCT OR DAMAGES TO PROPERTY, RESULTING FROM...
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ARBITRATION CLAUSE BlueStar® Cooking Appliances, BlueStar® Ventilation Hoods, Prizer Hoods® Ventilation Hoods and Abbaka Ventilation Hoods and remote blowers ARBITRATION CLAUSE. IMPORTANT. PLEASE REVIEW THIS ARBITRATION CLAUSE. IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU SHOULD ALSO CONSIDER CONSULTING WITH OTHERS ABOUT ARBITRATION BECAUSE THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IS NOT INTENDED TO CONTAIN A COMPLETE EXPLANATION OF THE CONSEQUENCES OF ARBITRATION.
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8. Rules of the Arbitration: If the amount in controversy is less than $50,000, the arbitration will be decided by a single arbitrator to be appointed according to the rules of the arbitration association that is chosen. If the amount in controversy is greater than or equal to $50,000, the arbitration will be decided by a panel of three arbitrators.
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