Electrolux 30” GAS FREESTANDING RANGES Service Update Manual

Electrolux 30” GAS FREESTANDING RANGES Service Update Manual

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ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA
SERVICE UPDATE MANUAL
FOR 30" GAS
FREESTANDING RANGES
! ATTENTION !
This service manual is intended for use by persons having electrical and mechanical training
and a level of knowledge of these subjects generally considered acceptable in the appliance
repair trade. Electrolux Home Products cannot be responsible, nor assume any liability, for
injury or damage of any kind arising from the use of this manual.
Publication # 5995440277
June 2005
P/N 316439221

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  • Page 1 Electrolux Home Products cannot be responsible, nor assume any liability, for injury or damage of any kind arising from the use of this manual.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents REMOVING DOOR LATCH HOOK ASSEMBLY . . . 23 SAFE SERVICING PRACTICES ........ 3 REPLACING OVEN DOOR LIGHT SWITCH ..24 SERVICE TIPS SERVICING OVEN BURNERS AND DEVELOP GOOD WORK HABITS ...... 4 COMPONENTS .
  • Page 3: Safe Servicing Practices

    This service manual is intended for use by persons having electrical and mechanical training and a level of knowledge of these subjects generally considered acceptable in the appliance repair trade. Electrolux Home Products cannot be responsible, nor assume any liability, for injury or damage of any kind arising from the use of this manual.
  • Page 4: Service Tips Develop Good Work Habits

    SERVICE TIPS - DEVELOP GOOD WORK HABITS SERVICE TIPS - DEVELOP GOOD WORK HABITS Consistently following a standard procedure when servicing appliances will insure that you do not waste time searching for a complex solution to a simple problem. One of the most common mistakes made by service technicians is failing to verify the incoming power supply to the appliance.
  • Page 5: Service Tools And Equipment

    SERVICE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT In addition to standard hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, etc; the following instru- ments are considered to be essential equipment for technicians servicing Electrolux cooking products. Proper testing and diagnostic procedures are not possible without these tools.
  • Page 6: Model Numbering System

    Model Numbering System for Free-Standing, Slide-in & Drop-in Ranges Brand Identifi er ECN Lot Identifi er PL = Professional Required when or- GL = Gallery dering parts F = Frigidaire G = Gibson Color Code K = Kelvinator W = White (Zebra) T = Tappan S = White-on-White W = W/West...
  • Page 7: Range Technical Data

    RANGE TECHNICAL DATA Quick Reference Sheet Maximum Allowable Surface Temperatures All gas and electric ranges must comply with U.L and A.N.S.I. surface temperature limits outlined in the following chart. Note that the testing temperature is different for electric ranges produced after 08/26/2003. SURFACE TEMPERATURE LIMITS MATERIAL TYPE / FINISH PAINTED...
  • Page 8: Gas Range Component Resistance Chart

    RANGE TECHNICAL DATA GAS RANGE COMPONENT RESISTANCE CHART NOTE: RESISTANCE MEASURMENTS ARE APPROXIMATE. VARIATIONS DUE TO TEMPERATURE CHANGES AND OTHER FACTORS ARE NORMAL. COMPONENT VOLTAGE WATTAGE RESISTANCE Ω RATING (OHMS) WARMER DRAWER ELEMENT 108 / 232 20.5 Ω WARMER DRAWER ELEMENT 108 / 232 32 Ω...
  • Page 9: Eoc Failure / Fault Codes

    RANGE TECHNICAL DATA EOC Failure / Fault Codes On freestanding gas and electric ranges manufactured beginning with the serial number date code VF426 many of the EOC’s will have expanded three digit fault codes. These codes may also appear in new replacement EOC’s for ranges built prior to this date. Below is a list of possible fault codes that might appear in the EOC display window.
  • Page 10: Range Installation Instructions

    Gas Range Installation – Prevent Damage to Range Gas Tubing and Pressure Regulator DELIVERY INSTALLATION BULLETIN The procedure described below will prevent the deformation of the gas regulator mounting bracket and gas tubing leading to the gas regulator. Refer to the instructions provided with this range for complete installation instructions.
  • Page 11: Clearances And Dimensions

    30” GAS RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (For Models with Sealed Top burners) INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER. IMPORTANT: SAVE FOR LOCAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR'S USE. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
  • Page 12: Important Safety Information

    30” GAS RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (For Models with Sealed Top burners) Important Notes to the Installer Never leave children alone or unattended 1. Read all instructions contained in these installation in the area where an appliance is in use. As children grow, instructions before installing range.
  • Page 13: Tools You Will Need

    30” GAS RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (For Models with Sealed Top burners) Before Starting A. Locate the Bracket Using the Template - (Bracket may be located on either the left or right side of the range. Use Tools You Will Need the information below to locate the bracket if template is For leveling legs and Anti-Tip Bracket: not available).
  • Page 14: Seal The Openings

    30” GAS RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (For Models with Sealed Top burners) C. Level and Position Range - Level range by adjusting the (4) leveling legs with a wrench. Note: A minimum clearance of 1/8" is required between the bottom of the range and the leveling leg to allow room for the bracket.
  • Page 15: Electric Requirements

    30” GAS RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (For Models with Sealed Top burners) 5. Read electrical connection details below and connect electricity to range. Before servicing, disconnect electrical supply at circuit breaker, fuse or power cord. Electric Requirements: A dedicated, properly grounded and polarized branch circuit protected by a 15 amp.
  • Page 16: Burner Head Assembly

    30” GAS RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (For Models with Sealed Top burners) Burner sizes and locations Burner Assembly Fig. 1 Front of cooktop REMEMBER — DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS, FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS ORIFICE HOLDER OPENING. Always keep the Burner Caps and Burner Heads in place whenever the surface burners are in use.
  • Page 17: Adjusting Burner Flame (Low Setting)

    30” GAS RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (For Models with Sealed Top burners) 8. Adjust the "LOW" Setting of Surface Burner setting, the glowing igniter will go off. The burner flame will go "out" in 20 to 30 seconds after the igniter goes "OFF." To Valve (Linear Flow Valves Only): maintain any given oven temperature, this cycle will continue as long as the dial (or display) is set to operate.
  • Page 18: Model & Serial Number Location

    30” GAS RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (For Models with Sealed Top burners) Care, Cleaning and Maintenance Refer to the Use & Care Guide for cleaning instructions. If removing the range is necessary for cleaning or maintenance, shut off gas supply. Disconnect the gas and electrical supply.
  • Page 19: Gas Range Cooktop Styles

    GAS RANGE COOKTOP STYLES P/N 316439221 Page 19...
  • Page 20: Gas Range Cooktop Styles

    GAS RANGE COOKTOP STYLES P/N 316439221 Page 20...
  • Page 21: Cooktop Servicing

    COOKTOP SERVICING Removing And Replacing Cooktop (Sealed Burner Models) The photographs and instructions in this section will guide you in the disassembly and replacement The photographs and instructions in this section will guide you in the disassembly and replacement of the cooktop, surface burner orifi ce assembly, manifold panel, manifold and surface burner control of the cooktop, surface burner orifi...
  • Page 22: Manifold Panel And Burner Box

    Removing & Replacing Manifold Panel and Burner Box Once the cooktop has been removed the manifold panel and burner box can be removed to access the manifold, burner control valves, and orifi ce holder assemblies. Removing Manifold Panel Removing Manifold Panel Remove the four mounting screws on the underside of the manifold panel.
  • Page 23: Replacing Orifi Ce Holders

    Removing and Replacing Orifi ce Holders EFORE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE THE ORIFICE HOLDER EFORE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE THE ORIFICE HOLDER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER VALVES MAKE SURE THAT THE ASSEMBLY OR BURNER VALVES MAKE SURE THAT THE GAS SUPPLY TO THE RANGE IS TURNED OFF GAS SUPPLY TO THE RANGE IS TURNED OFF The orifi...
  • Page 24: Replacing Oven Door Light Switch

    Replacing Oven Door Light Switch The oven door light switch is mounted to the front of the oven chassis near the top left corner of the door opening. To access the door switch the cooktop and burner box must be removed. Carefully disconnect the wires to the switch and compress the spring locking clips that secure the switch to the frame.
  • Page 25: Servicing Bake Burner And Ignitor

    SERVICING OVEN BURNERS AND COMPONENTS Servicing Bake Burner and Ignitor Remove the two screws securing the front of the bake burner baffl e to the range chassis. Lift the front edge of the baffl e high enough to clear the chassis and pull forward to disengage the rear tabs on the baffl...
  • Page 26: Servicing Broil Burner And Ignitor

    SERVICING OVEN BURNERS AND COMPONENTS Servicing Broil Burner and Ignitor The broil burner tube and baffl e assembly is mounted to the top of the oven liner by fi ve mounting screws. Screw Locations To remove the burner assembly remove the screws and slide the assembly to the left far enough to disengage the end of the burner tube from the orifi...
  • Page 27: Diagnosing Oven Component Failure

    DIAGNOSING OVEN COMPONENT FAILURE If the oven ignitor does not glow check for proper voltage to the ignitor. If the voltage is correct then the ignitor is defective. If the voltage is incorrect then the EOC relay may not be closing, the oven safety valve may be open, or the wiring connections may be faulty.
  • Page 28: How The Safety Valve Works

    How The Safety Valve Works Fig. 1 Fig. 1 shows the safety valve with outer case removed and the valve in the closed position. Note that the rubber seal is pressed against the opening in the base that the orifi ce hood mounts onto.
  • Page 29: Safety Valve Lp Gas Conversion

    Safety Valve LP Gas Conversion When the range is manufactured the orifi ces are set for use on Natural Gas. If the range is to be used with LP gas the orifi ce hoods for the bake and broil burner must be adjusted for proper gas fl ow. Each orifi...
  • Page 30: Warmer Drawer

    WARMER DRAWER The purpose of the Warmer Drawer is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Always start with hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold food in the Warmer Drawer. All food placed in the Warmer Drawer should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil to maintain quality.
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting Warmer Drawer Operation

    Troubleshooting Warmer Drawer Operation The warmer drawer can fail in a variety of ways. If the element fails to heat at all you should test the switch contacts, element, low limit thermostat and all wiring connections and harness. If the element heats only at low temperatures then the switch contacts L2-H2, diode, or wire harness or connections could be open.
  • Page 32 Remove the ¼” hex screws that secure the Guide Rail Screw drawer guide rail and element base pan on each side of the drawer opening. Drawer Guide Rail Remove the drawer guide rail and drawer shield together by pulling straight forward. Drawer Side Shield Base Pan Screw Once both of the drawer guide rails and side...
  • Page 33: Oven Door

    OVEN DOOR The door construction has changed substantially. The door hinges had previously been mounted in the chassis. The new construction moves the hinges to the interior of the door. To service or replace many of the components of the oven door it is often necessary to remove the door from the range.
  • Page 34: Door Hinge Replacement

    Door Hinge Replacement Disassemble Door 1. Place the door with the handle side down on a protected work surface. The handle should hang off the edge of the bench or table. 2. Remove the bottom screws that secure the in- ner liner to the outer door panel.
  • Page 35: Replacing Door Hinge Receptacle

    Replacing Door Hinge Receptacle The door hinges engage steel pins in the hinge receptacles which are mounted on the back side of the front chassis. The following instructions will explain the steps necessary for the various styles of ranges that you may encounter. Begin by removing the oven door and warmer drawer or storage drawer as described in previous sec- tions of this manual.
  • Page 36: Bodyside Mounting

    BODYSIDE MOUNTING ← Changing the body side panel requires the re- Front of range moval of screws along the top and rear fl anges and removing the two screws securing the front leg leveler to the chassis. Left Bodyside When replacing the body side panels depending on the model there may be two hidden fasteners that must be addressed.
  • Page 37: Component Testing

    COMPONENT TESTING Many of the range component circuits can be tested at the EOC wiring harness with an ohm meter. By following the wiring diagram and schematic diagram it is possible to perform continuity tests on the bake and broil ignitor circuits, lock motor windings, oven door switch and other component circuits. When testing for continuity the power supply must be turned off or disconnected and the wire harness connector(s) for the circuit or component being tested must be unplugged from the EOC.
  • Page 38 COMPONENT TEST POINT MATRIX (GLGF386D**) COMPONENT P5 HARNESS TEST POINTS BAKE IGNITOR/SAFETY VALVE CIRCUIT #1 - #5 ( Y - W) BROIL IGNITOR/SAFETY VALVE CIRCUIT #2 - #5 (BL - W) SPEED BAKE FAN MOTOR #3 - #5 (PR - W) LATCH MOTOR WINDING #6 - #5 (BR - W) OVEN LAMP(S)*...
  • Page 39: Electronic Oven Controls

    ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROLS The newest generation of Electronic Oven Controls have signifi cant improvements to make them easier for the consumer to operate and also provide enhanced diagnostic tools for the service technician. The most evident change is the expanded three digit Failure/Fault codes that will be displayed in the event of a malfunction.
  • Page 40: Es 340 Control

    ES 340 Control Features: ES 340 CONTROL • Automatic oven (Delay, Cook, and Off) • Full slew up / down control • Digital Time and Temperature Display • Electronic Clock and Countdown Timer (12 Hour) • Dual Radiant™ Baking (electric models) •...
  • Page 41: Troubleshooting Electronic Oven Controls

    TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROLS When an oven with an electronic control detects a failure condition, it usually signals the failure with an “F” code. These “F” codes are considered by many people to be an indicator as to positively which part in the circuit has failed (“F1”...
  • Page 42: Eoc Failure / Fault Codes

    EOC FAILURE / FAULT CODES On freestanding gas and electric ranges manufactured beginning with the serial number date code VF426 many of the EOC’s will have expanded three digit fault codes. These codes may also appear in new replacement EOC’s for ranges built prior to this date. Below is a list of possible fault codes that might appear in the EOC display window.
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