Elmira Stove Works 1954 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
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Installation and Operating Instructions for
northstar
Electric ranges
(Model 1954)
Gas/Electric Combos
(Model 1955)
Gas ranges
(Model 1956)
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Thank you for purchasing a Northstar Retro Range.
You have purchased a quality, world-class product.
Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing.
To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble-free
operation, we have developed this User Guide.
It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain
your range properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
#1704-8
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- Page 1 Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed this User Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your range properly and safely. Please read it carefully. #1704-8...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Before using your range reaD this Book carefully if you received a damaged range: Immediately contact the dealer that sold you the range. Before you request service: Check Troubleshooting. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you may be able to correct yourself. -
Page 3: Safety Instructions
4 through 6 of this manual. Failure to follow these instruc tions could result in serious electric hazard, risk of fire, and/or personal injury. models 1954 and 1955 are equipped with a 240 volt, standard range power cord & plug. see page 4 for amp ratings of each model. -
Page 4: Amperage Requirements
– gas important instructions Do not use range as a heater. never use the range as a kitchen heater. Prolonged use of the range without adequate ventilation can be hazardous. Oven controls and top burners... -
Page 5: Installing Your Range
Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the metal chassis of range is earth-grounded. Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:... -
Page 6: I Nstallation O F R Ange I Nto C Abinets
Place rack in oven. Place level on rack, first side to side, then front to back. If the range is not level, adjust leveling legs up or down with pliers or your fingers until range is level. NOTE: Oven must be level for satisfactory baking performance. -
Page 7: S Mooth T Op E Lectric C Ooktop
The control can be turned to any setting to provide the exact heat required. note: The “Push to Turn Safety Control Knobs” on the range are designed for child safety and to prevent accidental operation. Before using your glass cooktop for the first time: turn the elements on max without a pan for 5 to 8 minutes or until smoking stops. -
Page 8: Care And Cleaning
Do not use pans extending more than one inch beyond element, except while canning. See figure 8. Figure 8 Small diameter pans waste energy and spillage can flow onto element. This increases chance of fire and burns. Use non-stick coated cookware, for easier clean up. Glass or pyroceram pans should be used only as the manufacturer describes. -
Page 9: Optional
& front grate fingers. First make sure that grates are positioned on burners correctly. Turn both front & back burners on to correct frying temperature. warning: Do not use two griddles on a range as damage to the top can occur. canning For best results, use a flat bottom, heavy gauge canner. -
Page 10: Gas Burner Cleaning
Adjustment” – this page). If the condition persists, check for damaged ignitors. Very rarely, the spark module may need to be replaced. Ignitors and spark modules, with installation instructions, can be ordered from Elmira Stove Works, and must be serviced from under the cook top. to clean Burners: 1. -
Page 11: O Ven V Ent - G As
Install a manual shutoff valve in the gas line, in an accessible location, near the unit. Know where the gas valve is so you can shut off the gas to the range quickly. Suitable pipe thread sealant must be used which is approved for use with “LP”/Natural gas. -
Page 12: G As R Ange C Onversion To Lp
• Pull top forward about 2” then lift front. Raise the service stay on each side to hold the top up. • On the back right of the range unscrew the nut on top of the regulator. • Reverse the white insert pin by pulling it out of the cap, reverse it, then snap it back into the cap. - Page 13 warning – fire hazard • Locate gas supply shut off valve on the pressure regulator. • Shut off gas supply before converting to L.P. gas. • Make all conversions before turning gas supply valve back on. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire, exposion or other personal injury.
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Page 14: O Ven C Ontrol - C Lock
if the “low” flame needs to be adjusted: Standard Burner Adjustment The flame can be adjusted using the adjustment screw in the center of the valve stem. The valve stem is located directly underneath the control knob. 1. Remove the control knob. 2. -
Page 15: Bake & Broil Preheating Oven
BaKe or BroIL Turn Selector switch to bake or broil. Set oven thermostat to desired temperature. Preheating oven on bake normally takes about 15 minutes, indicator cycle light will go out when oven has reached temperature. The Broiler takes about 3 minutes to preheat. After preheating, broiler may be set to variable tempera... -
Page 16: M Aintenance & M Inor R Epairs
2. Replace the oven lights with a #4452166 15W appliance bulb. These bulbs are available from a Whirlpool/KitchenAid dealer or from Elmira Stove Works. 3. All cabinet lights are the rectangular 12 volt 5 watt variety as shown below. -
Page 17: W Arming D Rawer O Ption
Turn the warmer thermostat knob to the desired setting. Temperatures can range from 80 degrees to 225 degrees. WarnIng: Food Poisoning Hazard! Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or after cooking. Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness. -
Page 18: C Ooking T Ips
conVection cooking tiPs (For Convection Models) To learn how to use your convection oven to the best advantage, refer to Convection Cooking on page 23. 1. The fan-forced hot air movement permits baking and roasting on as many as 3 levels at once. 2. -
Page 19: General Broiling Tips
general Broiling tips 1. The surface of the food should be at least 3” (7.4 cm) away from the broil element. 2. For steaks and chops, slash fat evenly, at 2” (5 cm) intervals, around the outside edges of meat to prevent curling. -
Page 20: Rack Placement For Specific Foods
for Proper cooking, follow these guidelines: • when using one rack, place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. • when using two racks, place racks in positions 3 and 1 (the closest to the oven bottom). •... -
Page 21: R Oasting C Hart
stanDarD oVen meat roasting chart - roast at oven temperature of 325 *for chicken, set the oven temperature to 350 Preheating is not needed. - Place roasting pan on rack position 1 or 2. See page 19 for rack positions. meat Beef rolled rib... -
Page 22: B Aking C Hart
stanDarD oVen Baking chart food oven temperature Breads, yeast 375 ° F • loaf 400 ° F • rolls, pan Breads, quick 450 ° F • biscuits 400 ° F • muffins 450 ° F • popovers 425 ° F •... - Page 23 introDuction to conVection cooking welcome to convection cooking, the ultimate culinary technique that uses fan-circulated hot air to efficiently create delicious meals with appetite appeal. air flow The secret to convection cooking lies in maintaining a consistent temperature throughout the oven during the cooking process.
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Page 24: C Onvection C Ooking
sure to leave at least one inch (2.5 cm) of space between the individual pans, and the diagram shown here indicates which convection feature and rack position you should be using for that particular recipe. At the Convection setting, the center element surrounding the fan at the rear of the oven is on. - Page 25 Whether your family’s preference leans toward delicious snack muffins or a hearty fruit and nut loaf, your convection range makes baking their favourites easy and rewarding! Using a preheated oven will ensure quick breads are completely cooked in the center and delicately browned outside.
- Page 26 conVection Quick BreaDs Baking chart set cooking selections to: true conVection size of fooD Baking Dish yeast Breads Muffins Single Pan Multiple Pans Biscuits Single Sheet Multiple Sheets Fruit & Nut Loaf Pan Loaves 8” x 4” (21 cm x 12 cm) conVection Dessert Baking chart set cooking selections to: true conVection size of...
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Page 28: Cleaning Guide
(Servicing should be done by a person knowledgeable in appliance service.) Disconnect power to range. Open oven door and remove it. See removal instructions on page 16. With a Philips Driver, undo the 2 screws holding the top down. Pull top forward about 2”... -
Page 29: T Roubleshooting
If your range should fail to operate, review the following list before calling for service. Note: Most electrical clock malfunctions can be corrected by turning the power off to the range for about 15 seconds. (Clock and Control will reset itself). - Page 30 noteS:...
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Page 32: S Ervice
1-800-295-8498 Your northstar range is warranted by elmira stove works to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Elements, burners and smooth tops are warranted for five years.
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