KitchenAid KGRC608 Use & Care Manual

Kitchenaid gas range use & care guide

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KGRC608 KGST300 KGST307 KGRT600 KGRT607 KGSC308
YKGST307 YKGRT607 YKGRC608 YKGSC308
9754288C
GAS RANGE
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  • Page 1 For questions about features, operation/performance, parts accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230 In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at... Table of Contents... 2 Models KGRC608 KGST300 KGST307 KGRT600 KGRT607 KGSC308 YKGST307 YKGRT607 YKGRC608 YKGSC308 9754288C GAS RANGE Use &...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    RANGE SAFETY ...3 PARTS AND FEATURES...5 COOKTOP USE ...6 Cooktop Controls...6 Sealed Surface Burners ...6 Flame Height ...7 Ceramic Glass ...7 Home Canning ...8 Cookware ...8 11-inch (28 cm) Square Griddle...8 ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROLS...9 Electronic Control Pads ...10 Displays ...10 Start ...10...
  • Page 3: Range Safety

    This appliance can cause low-level exposure to some of the substances listed, including benzene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, toluene, and soot. RANGE SAFETY You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    The range will not tip during normal use. However, the range can tip if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti-tip bracket fastened down properly. A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
  • Page 5: Parts And Features

    PARTS AND FEATURES This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model. Control Panel...
  • Page 6: Cooktop Use

    Hold a lit match near a burner and turn knob counterclockwise to LITE. After burner lights, turn knob to setting. REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models) during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may become hot.
  • Page 7: Flame Height

    Burner ports: Check burner flames occasionally for proper size and shape as shown above. A good flame is blue in color, not yellow. Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents or any other material to enter the burner ports. To Clean: IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool.
  • Page 8: Home Canning

    Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area. Cookware should not extend more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) outside the area. 1. Surface Cooking Area 2. Cookware/Canner 3. 1 in. (2.5 cm) Maximum Overhang Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small expansion channels can be used.
  • Page 9: Electronic Oven Controls

    ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROLS 1. Oven Display Symbol 7. Time of Day/Timer Display (on some models) 2. Heat Settings 8. Start 3. Oven Display 9. Oven Settings 4. Start/Stop Time 10. EASYCONVECT™ Conversion 5. Number Pads (on some models) 6. Control Lock 11.
  • Page 10: Electronic Control Pads

    Electronic Control Pads When pressing any control pad function on the Electronic Oven Control, use the pad of your finger to press the desired function. Hold down the pad a few seconds, or until the desired function appears on the display. When entering multiple functions within one setting, pause briefly between each control pad command.
  • Page 11: Control Lock

    Control Lock The Control Lock shuts down the control panel pads to prevent unintended use of the oven. The Control Lock is preset off; however, it can be enabled. When the control is locked, only the TIMER SET/START and TIMER CANCEL pads will function. The Control Lock is preset unlocked, but can be locked.
  • Page 12: Oven Half-Rack With Removable Insert

    BAKEWARE To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2 in. (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the following chart as a guide. NUMBER OF POSITION ON RACK PAN(S) Center of rack. Side by side or slightly staggered.
  • Page 13: Oven Vent

    1. Broil Maxi 2. Broil Econo Use only the broiler pan and grid provided with the range. It is designed to drain juices and help prevent spatter and smoke. For proper draining, do not cover the grid with foil. The bottom of the pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier cleaning.
  • Page 14 To Broil: 1. Close oven door. 2. Press BROIL. On some models, press once for Broil MAXI and twice for Broil ECONO. 3. Press START. 4. Press CANCEL OFF when finished. Variable Temperature Broiling (on some models) Changing the temperature when Variable Temperature Broiling allows more precise control when cooking.
  • Page 15: Convection Cooking

    1, 3 and 5. 1. Press CONVECTION BAKE. Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than 325°F (163°C). The convection bake range can be set between 170°F and 500°F (77°C and 260°C). 2. Press START. “Lo°” will appear on the oven display if the actual oven temperature is under 170°F (77°C).
  • Page 16 3. Broil pan 1. Press CONVECTION ROAST. Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than 300°F (149°C). The convection roast range can be set between 170°F and 500°F (77°C and 260°C). 2. Press START. “Lo°” will appear on the oven display if the actual oven temperature is under 170°F (77°C).
  • Page 17: Convection Broil

    Close the door. 1. Press CONVECTION BROIL. Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than 450°F (232°C). The convection broil range can be set between 170°F and 500°F (77°C and 260°C). 2. Press START. The set oven temperature will appear on the oven display until oven is turned off.
  • Page 18: Easyconvectâ„¢ Conversion

    To Use: Before using Convect Full Meal, place food in oven. If temperature probe is required, insert probe into food and plug probe into jack. See “Temperature Probe” section for diagram. 1. Press CONVECT FULL MEAL. 2. Press pad from chart. For example, number pads 1 to 0 or CONVECT FULL MEAL.
  • Page 19: Dehydrating

    To Set Range for Sabbath Mode: To set range to meet “no work” requirements for the Sabbath, first activate the Sabbath mode using the steps above, then follow the steps below. 1. Turn oven light and/or surface light (if available) on or off.
  • Page 20: Proofing Bread

    1. Temperature probe jack 2. Temperature probe 1. Press the number pads to enter a probe temperature other than 160°F (71°C). The probe range can be set between 130°F and 190°F (54°C and 88°C). 2. Press BAKE, CONVECTION BAKE or CONVECTION ROAST.
  • Page 21: Timed Cooking

    If on, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder tones will sound every minute. 7. Press CANCEL OFF or open the oven door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones. RANGE CARE Self-Cleaning Cycle (on some models) WARNING Burn Hazard Do not touch the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle.
  • Page 22 Prepare Oven: Remove the broiler pan, grid, cookware and bakeware and, on some models, the temperature probe from the oven. Remove any foil from the oven because it may burn or melt, damaging the oven. Remove oven racks to keep them shiny and easy to slide. See “General Cleaning”...
  • Page 23: General Cleaning

    General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted. EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES (on some models) Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool.
  • Page 24: Oven Light(S)

    5. Plug in range or reconnect power. Oven Door For normal range use, it is not suggested to remove the oven door. However, if removal is necessary, make sure the oven is off and cool. Then, follow these instructions. The oven door is heavy.
  • Page 25: Storage Drawer

    To Replace: 1. Hold oven door by the handle and place the top of the door under the cooktop overhang. 2. Use front of leg to apply pressure to slide hinges into the slots as far as possible. 3. Use side of leg to apply pressure to the bottom of the door front.
  • Page 26 Cooktop cooking results not what expected Is the proper cookware being used? See “Cookware” section. Is the control knob set to the proper heat level? See “Cooktop Controls” section. Is the appliance level? Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions. Oven will not operate Is the electronic oven control set correctly? See “Electronic Oven Controls”...
  • Page 27: Assistance Or Service

    To locate the KitchenAid designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at: KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center...
  • Page 28: Warranty

    For one year from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for factory specified parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship.

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