BlueStar RCS Series Use & Care Manual
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- Page 1 USE & CARE MANUAL Free Standing Ranges RCS (Open/Sealed) Heritage Classic Platinum™ Precious Metals 750355...
- Page 2 BlueStar® Free Standing Range Use & Care Manual MODELS RCS, RPB, RNB, Heritage, 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.
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
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. -
Page 4: General Safety Instructions
ATERIALS ROM THE 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. - Page 5 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. ...
- Page 6 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. ...
- Page 7 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.
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Page 8: Service Information
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. -
Page 9: Getting Started
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. -
Page 10: Before You Begin
COOKTOP BURNERS EFORE EGIN Each of your burners has a specific BTU (British Thermal Unit) rating. Before disassembly, note the ATTENTION location of each burner. 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”... -
Page 12: Burner Operation
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. -
Page 13: Burner Cleaning
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. -
Page 14: Wok Cooking
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. ... - Page 15 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.
- Page 16 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. ...
- Page 17 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.
- Page 18 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.
- Page 19 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.
- Page 20 – 12” 24” (H AISED RIDDLE ROILER ERITAGE LASSIC ODELS Before You Begin You must season your steel cooktop griddle plate before using. The seasoning process prevents food from sticking and the griddle plate from rusting. After seasoning, with time and use, your griddle plate will darken and develop a rich dark blue/black color which is normal.
- Page 21 Griddle: Push in and turn the Raised Griddle/Broiler control knob counter clockwise to HIGH. The spark igniter will click and the burner will light. 24” Model – There are two control knobs that operate the left and right side of the griddle that can be operated independently or at the same time.
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Page 22: Operation
™ S NTERCHANGEABLE RIDDLE HARBROILER YSTEM LATINUM ERIES ONLY The Platinum™ Series Griddle/Charbroiler system allows for two-zone cooking, with up to 40,000 BTUs of heat. The cast iron, interchangeable, griddle charbroiler system lets you use the griddle or charbroiler anywhere on the range top. Visit bluestarcooking.com to see the system in action. - Page 23 To achieve a 500 degree cooking surface. Turn both burners to the high position for 6 minutes, then turn the 25,000 BTU burner to the low position and the 15,000 BTU burner to the medium position for 7 to 10 minutes. This will achieve an even 500 degree cooking surface.
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Page 24: Operating The Oven
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. - Page 25 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. ...
- Page 26 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. ...
- Page 27 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.
- Page 28 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.
- Page 29 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.
- Page 30 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. ...
- Page 31 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.
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Page 32: Care And Cleaning
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 clea er a ufacturer’s i structio s. Discoloration may occur with heavy use. - Page 33 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 clea er a ufacturer’s instructions. only) Do not clean grease pans while oven is on.
- Page 34 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.
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Page 35: Before Calling For Service
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. - Page 36 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.
- Page 37 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.
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Page 38: Maintenance
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. - Page 39 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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Page 40: Top Burner Low Flame Adjustment
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. - Page 41 URNER HUTTER DJUSTMENT Before you begin, follow the steps in the Air Shutter Checklist. WARNING Wear heavy duty gloves when removing oven door, oven floor and front panel to prevent injury from CAUTION sharp edges. CAUTION Oven door weighs about 25 pounds. Use extreme care when removing or replacing to prevent personal ATTENTION injury or property damage.
- Page 42 10. Wearing heavy duty gloves, replace the oven floor in the oven, making sure that the seven holes are facing you. 11. Replace the kick panel and secure with the sheet metal screws. 12. Replace the oven door Grasp the door with both hands on each side of the door handle. ...
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Page 43: Oven Bulb Replacement
EPLACEMENT Only use a 40 Watt Appliance bulb. Regular light bulbs cannot tolerate oven temperatures. ATTENTION 1. Make sure oven is cool. 2. Grasp the clear globe lens with your fingers and turn counter clockwise to loosen and remove. 3. Replace the burned out bulb with a 40 Watt Appliance bulb. 4. -
Page 44: Igniter Replacement
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. -
Page 45: Performance Checklist
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 15 days of installation and a copy of your receipt to: Warranty Department, Prizer-Painter Stove Works Inc., 328 June Avenue Blandon, PA 19510 or www.bluestarcooking.com/support/product-registration/. -
Page 46: Limited Warranty
Damage or repairs caused by alteration for outdoor use. This Warranty is provided to you by Prizer-Painter Stove Works, Inc. Prizer-Pai ter , hi h arra ts the parts of your BlueStar® Damage or repairs caused by the use of harsh chemicals or cooking appliance, BlueStar®... - Page 47 light bulbs, and enameled parts. Cosmetic component flaws include invalid and will not be honored. visible chips, scratches, dents. All cosmetic component claims to Prizer-Painter must be made within the seven (7) day warranty period or they are void. To obtain Warranty service, where applicable, the Owner must call the factory (toll free: 1-800-449-8691) to report a warranty claim, ．Floor Models Not Used For Demonstration: Floor models are and must, at that time, provide (1) the model number of the...
- Page 48 ARBITRATION CLAUSE. IMPORTANT. PLEASE REVIEW THIS ARBITRATION CLAUSE. IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS. 1. Parties: This arbitration clause affects your rights against Prizer- 8. Rules of the Arbitration: If the amount in controversy is less Painter Stove Works, Inc. and any of its affiliates or employees or than $50,000, the arbitration will be decided by a single arbitrator.
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