Amana ARGS7650 Service Manual

Freestanding/slide-in gas ranges
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Base manual covers general information
on Freestanding/Slide-In Gas Ranges.
Refer to individual Technical Sheets
for information on specific models.
Service
Freestanding/Slide-In
Gas Ranges
This manual is to be used by qualified appliance
technicians only. Amana does not assume any
responsibility for property damage or personal
injury for improper service procedures done by an
unqualified person.
RS2310002
Revison 1
February 1998

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  • Page 1 Service Freestanding/Slide-In Gas Ranges This manual is to be used by qualified appliance technicians only. Amana does not assume any responsibility for property damage or personal injury for improper service procedures done by an unqualified person. RS2310002...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Model Identification and Ordering Adjusting Surface Burner Low Flame Size ... 21 Replacement Parts ..........5 Adjusting Oven Burner Flame ......21 Amana Cooking Products Nomenclature ....5 Broiler Flame ............21 Safety Information AXF100 Backguard Kit Installation Safety Practices for Servicer ........7 Instructions Contents ..........
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Replacing Backguard Panel Light ......34 Power Cord ............43 Removing Storage Drawer ........34 Top Burner Venturi ..........43 Replacing Burner Caps ........34 Manual/Automatic Oven Door Latch Assembly ..43 Replacing Drip Pans ..........34 Door Plunger Light Switch ........
  • Page 4: Important Information

    To avoid risk of serious injury or death, repairs should not be attempted by an unauthorized personal, dangerous CAUTION Amana will not be responsible for any injury or property damage from improper service procedures. If preforming To locate an authorized servicer, consult your telephone book or dealer from whom you purchased this product.
  • Page 5: General Information

    Model Identification and Ordering This manual provides basic instructions and suggestions Replacement Parts for handling, installing and servicing Amana gas ranges. Unit’s model and manufacturing numbers are recorded on its rating label. Rating label is located on the storage The directions, information, and warnings in this manual door frame.
  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety Information As with all appliances, there are certain rules to follow for WARNING safe operation. Verify everyone who operates oven is familiar with the operations and with these precautions. This gas appliance contains or produces a chemical or chemicals which are known to the state of California to Use appliance only for its intended purpose as described.
  • Page 7: Safety Practices For Servicer

    Safety Information Safety Practices for Servicer Receiving Oven Safe and satisfactory operation of gas ranges depends • Installer needs to show consumer location of the range upon its design and proper installation. However, there is gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off. one more area of safety to be considered: •...
  • Page 8: Using The Oven

    Safety Information Using the Oven door. Gasket is necessary to seal the oven and can be damaged as a result of rubbing or being moved. • Do not leave children alone or unattended where a • Do not drape towels or any materials on oven door range is hot or in operation.
  • Page 9: Extension Cord

    Safety Information amp. circuit. Where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY 120-volt, 60 Hertz, individual circuit which is properly CONNECTION may be made to properly grounded two- grounded and protected by a circuit breaker or fuse. prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter available at most hardware stores.
  • Page 10: Product Safety Devices

    Safety Information Product Safety Devices Safety devices and features have been engineered into the product to protect consumer and servicer. Safety devices must never be removed, bypassed, or altered in such a manner as to defeat the purpose for which they were intended. Listed below are various safety devices together with the reason each device is incorporated in the gas ranges.
  • Page 11: Installation Instructions For Slide-In Ranges

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges Packing Material Remove protective packing materials from range. Tape residue can be cleaned with a soft cloth and alcohol. Range Location WARNING To avoid risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surface units, cabinet storage space located above range should be avoided.
  • Page 12: Counter Top Opening

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges Counter Top Opening Counter Top without Backsplash Island Installation A—30 /8 inches minimum Minimum clearances of 0 inches to rear wall. A—25 inches B—30 to 30¼ inches Counter Top Front Edge Counter top front edge may require cutting to fit 31 inch Counter Top with Backsplash range top.
  • Page 13: Special Counter Top Conditions

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges Special Counter Top Conditions Rectangular Anti-tip Bracket Counter tops such as ceramic tile tops cause cabinet 1. Measure 3 inches from back wall on right and left and counter top to be higher than 36 inches. Follow side of cabinet cutout.
  • Page 14: Electrical Connection Requirements

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges Electrical Connection Requirements Gas Connection Requirements Before connecting this appliance to the gas supply piping WARNING system, confirm installation meets the requirements of local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the To avoid the risk of serious electrical shock or property National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition.
  • Page 15: Pressure Regulator Location

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges Pressure Regulator Location Example One 1. Remove pressure regulator cap with a inch wrench. Remove rear access cover to expose pressure regulator. 2. Remove plastic insert from cap. Insert fits tightly in cap. 3. Reverse plastic insert. Push firmly into hole in cap. 4.
  • Page 16: Gas Connection

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges Example Three Example Six 1. Remove cap marked “Nat.” 1. Remove cap with screwdriver slot. 2. Reverse cap. “LP” now appears on cap. 2. Remove spring and washer. Washer will be at bottom 3. Reinsert cap. Do not disturb spring beneath the cap. of spring as illustrated below.
  • Page 17: Testing For Gas Leaks

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges Converting Surface Burners for Use with LP/Propane 1. Remove access covers located under burner control panel. • Each cover is attach with a screw. 2. While facing range front, turn orifice hoods counterclockwise 1½ to 2 turns or until snug. •...
  • Page 18: Converting Oven Burner For Use With Lp/Propane

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges Converting Oven Burner for Use with LP/ 4. Unscrew natural gas burner spud stamped “52” with inch socket wrench and replace with LP/propane Propane burner spud stamped “58”. 1. Remove storage drawer. • Attach unused burner spud near regulator for future •...
  • Page 19: Converting Oven Burner For Use With Natural Gas

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges 3. Adjust air shutter using small screw driver. Gas Connection • Slide air shutter until shutter is approximately Connect gas supply to regulator using hard pipe or a inch open. flexible connector. Pressure regulator supplied with this 4.
  • Page 20: Testing For Gas Leaks

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges Testing for Gas Leaks Level Range After final gas connection is made, turn on manual gas Carefully level range using legs provided. Range must be valve and test all connections in gas supply piping and level to cook and bake uniformly.
  • Page 21: Adjusting Surface Burner Flame

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges Adjusting Surface Burner Flame 5. Replace burner control knob. 6. Turn surface burner control on and off to test burner Ignite burner according to “Operating Surface Burners” flame. section. Properly adjusted burner flames are clean and 7.
  • Page 22: Axf100 Backguard Kit Installation Instructions Contents

    Installation Instructions for Slide-In Ranges AXF100 Backguard Kit Installation 3. Place bracket against rear wall in center of cutout. Move bracket until line shows through screw holes. Instructions Contents Mark screw hole locations on wall. 1—Backguard 1—Bracket (24" long) 2—Bolt and toggle (For dry wall mounting) Mark hole locations 4.
  • Page 23: Installation Instructions For Freestanding Ranges

    Installation Instructions for Freestanding Ranges Packing Material Minimum Clearances to Combustible Remove protective packing materials from range. Tape Surfaces residue can be cleaned with a soft cloth and alcohol. • Minimum clearance to rear wall is 0 inches. • Minimum clearance to a vertical right or left side wall extending above cooking surface is 3 inches.
  • Page 24: Special Counter Top Conditions

    Installation Instructions for Freestanding Ranges Special Counter Top Conditions side of cabinet cutout. Mark measurements on floor and draw a straight line connecting marks. Countertops such as ceramic tile tops cause cabinet and 2. Position anti-tip bracket. counter top to be higher than 36 inches. Follow •...
  • Page 25: Electrical Connection Requirements

    Installation Instructions for Freestanding Ranges Before connecting this appliance to the gas supply piping WARNING system, confirm installation meets the requirements of local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the To avoid the risk of serious electrical shock or property National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition.
  • Page 26: Pressure Regulator Location

    Installation Instructions for Freestanding Ranges Remove rear cover to expose pressure regulator. Natural Gas L.P. Gas Plastic Insert Cover Spring Location A—3¾ inches B—31½ inches C—2 inches Pressure Regulator Conversion Example Two Several varieties of gas pressure regulators may equip 1.
  • Page 27: Converting Surface Burners For Use With Lp/Propane

    Installation Instructions for Freestanding Ranges Example Four Converting Surface Burners for Use with 1. Remove cap with screwdriver slot. LP\Propane 2. Reverse and replace cap. Verify “LPG10” is visible. Do 1. Remove 4 burner control knobs from range. not disturb spring beneath cap. •...
  • Page 28: Converting Oven Burner For Use With Lp/Propane

    Installation Instructions for Freestanding Ranges Converting Oven Burner for Use with 3. Remove screws securing front of burner to oven ceiling and remove broiler. LP\Propane • Be careful not to damage ignitor while removing 1. Remove storage drawer. broiler. • “Removing Storage Drawer” section. 4.
  • Page 29: Converting Broiler Burner For Use With Natural Gas

    Installation Instructions for Freestanding Ranges Natural Gas • Do not use an old connector. • Do not reuse a connector after moving 1. Remove storage drawer. appliance. • “Removing Storage Drawer” section. 2. Locate and remove screws attaching Z-shaped cover plate.
  • Page 30: Seal Openings

    Installation Instructions for Freestanding Ranges Seal Openings Adjusting Air Shutter Openings in wall behind the range or on floor under range 1. Remove burner control knobs from range. must be sealed before sliding range into position. • Exposes screws on burner control panel. 2.
  • Page 31: Adjusting Surface Burner Low Flame Size

    Installation Instructions for Freestanding Ranges Adjusting Surface Burner Low Flame Size 1. Push and turn burner control knob to “LITE” position. • Burner sparks until gas ignites. 2. Set burner control knob to low setting. 3. Remove burner control knob. 4.
  • Page 32: Level Range

    Installation Instructions for Freestanding Ranges Level Range Removal and Replacement of Range Carefully level range using legs provided. Range must be 1. Disconnect power to range. level to cook and bake uniformly. 2. Slide range forward. 3. Unplug range cord and place range aside. 4.
  • Page 33: General Information

    General Information Cooking Utensils Pan Placement • Use proper pan size. Do not use utensils that • Keep pans and cookie sheets 2 inches from oven overhang element by more than 1 inch. walls. • Stagger pans placed on different racks so one is not directly over the other.
  • Page 34: Replacing Oven Light

    General Information • Do not lift door by handle. Glass can break. Removing Storage Drawer • Only push hinges closed once oven door is 1. Slide drawer out until it stops. removed if necessary. Use both hands when 2. Grasp drawer sides near back of drawer. closing hinge.
  • Page 35: Care And Cleaning Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning Cleaning Part Materials to Use General Directions Burner Caps and Soap and Water Cool before cleaning. Frequent cleaning with soap Grates and water, and non-abrasive pad prolongs time between deep cleanings . Be sure to dry thoroughly. Hard to Clean ½...
  • Page 36: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Operating Surface Burners Oven Light • Used to light inside of oven. WARNING • Brightens oven cavity when oven door is opened or panel switch is turned on. To avoid risk of serious personal injury, property • Switch is located on right side of control panel next to damage, or fire, do not leave burners unattended clock.
  • Page 37: Testing Procedures

    Testing Procedures T T T T T o a o av v v v v oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shock, k, k, k, k, per personal injur sonal injur sonal injur...
  • Page 38: Oven Thermostat

    Testing Procedures T T T T T o a o av v v v v oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shock, k, k, k, k, per oid the risk of electric shoc personal injur sonal injur...
  • Page 39: Auto Latch Motor

    Testing Procedures T T T T T o a o av v v v v oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shock, k, k, k, k, per personal injur sonal injur sonal injur...
  • Page 40: Gas Valve

    Testing Procedures T T T T T o a o av v v v v oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shock, k, k, k, k, per oid the risk of electric shoc personal injur sonal injur...
  • Page 41: Disassembly Procedures

    Disassembly Procedures To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or WARNING death: disconnect electrical and gas supply before servicing. Moving and Replacing Range Top Surface Valve and Spark Switch– 1. Turn off electrical power and gas to the range. Slide-In 2.
  • Page 42: Top Surface Valve And Spark Switch-Freestanding

    Disassembly Procedures To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or WARNING death: disconnect electrical and gas supply before servicing. Top Surface Valve and Spark Switch– Fluorescent Light Socket–Freestanding Freestanding 1. Follow fluorescent light bulb removal procedure, Steps 1 and 2. 1.
  • Page 43: Oven Burner Ignitor

    Disassembly Procedures To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or WARNING death: disconnect electrical and gas supply before servicing. Oven Burner Ignitor Gas Valve 1. Turn off electrical power and gas to the range. 1. Turn off electrical power and gas to the range. 2.
  • Page 44: Door Plunger Light Switch

    Disassembly Procedures To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or WARNING death: disconnect electrical and gas supply before servicing. Door Plunger Light Switch Oven Liner Removal 1. Turn off electrical power and gas to the range. 1. Turn off electrical power and gas to the range. 2.
  • Page 45: Oven Door Hinge

    Disassembly Procedures To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or WARNING death: disconnect electrical and gas supply before servicing. 13.Move rear of side panel away from range then move Oven Door Hinge side panel forward to clear flange. 1. Turn off electrical power to range. 14.Reverse procedure to reinstall side panel.
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  • Page 47: Appendix

    Appendix...
  • Page 48: Clean Timer With Mylar Overlay-315568

    Clean Timer with Mylar Overlay—315568 HOUR CLOCK CLEAN CLEAN MINUTE TIMER START CANCEL Clean Timer/Clock Pads and Lights Setting Electronic Clock HOUR 1. Press CLOCK pad. • Use when setting hours for timer and clock. 2. Press MINUTE pad until correct minutes display. 3.
  • Page 49: Baking

    Programming Instructions Baking Self-Cleaning 1. Open oven door to confirm nothing is stored in oven CAUTION cavity and set racks to proper height. 2. To preheat oven, turn oven thermostat knob to To avoid risk of personal injury, do not touch oven desired temperature .
  • Page 50: Service Information

    Testing Procedures T T T T T o a o av v v v v oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shock, k, k, k, k, per personal injur sonal injur sonal injur...
  • Page 51: Electric Slew Erc3-315569

    Electric Slew ERC3—315569 Mylar Overlay Backguard Glass OVEN DELAY CANCEL DELAY OVEN ON OVEN ON CLEAN CLEAN OVEN BAKE BROIL BROIL BAKE STOP STOP LOCK CLEAN LOCK CANCEL CLEAN TIME TIME TIMER STOP COOK CLOCK CLEAN BROIL BAKE ON/OFF TIME TIME CLOCK STOP...
  • Page 52: Quick Reference Instructions

    Programming Instructions Quick Reference Instructions Self-Cleaning 1. Remove oven racks and all utensils from oven and Read “Important Safety Information” before using “Quick range top. Clean excess spills from oven. Reference Instructions”. If there are unanswered questions, refer to detailed sections of this manual. 2.
  • Page 53: Timed Baking

    Programming Instructions Timed Baking Delayed Baking 1. Place food in oven. CAUTION 2. Press COOK TIME pad. • “OVEN”, “TIME”, “HR”, and “0:00” display. To reduce the risk of food poisoning, never hold meat, 3. Press pad until cooking time is displayed. milk, fish, or eggs for more than 2 hours before •...
  • Page 54: Broiling

    Programming Instructions Broiling CAUTION Preheating is not required when using broil. To avoid risk of personal injury, do not touch oven vents or areas around vents during self-cleaning. WARNING These areas can become hot enough to cause burns. • To avoid risk of fire, do not line the broiler grid with foil.
  • Page 55: Child Lock Out

    Programming Instructions Child Lock Out CAUTION This feature disables oven control. Surface elements can To avoid risk of personal injury, do not touch oven be used while child lock out is on. vents or areas around vents during self-cleaning. 1. Press and hold BAKE and CLOCK pads These areas can become hot enough to cause burns.
  • Page 56: Service Information

    Testing Procedures T T T T T o a o av v v v v oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shock, k, k, k, k, per sonal injur sonal injur y or death,...
  • Page 57: Temperature Sensor

    Testing Procedures T T T T T o a o av v v v v oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shoc oid the risk of electric shock, k, k, k, k, per personal injur sonal injur sonal injur...
  • Page 58: Eaton Krc With Mylar Overlay

    Eaton KRC with Mylar Overlay OVEN BROIL OVEN LIGHT TIMER CLEAN MINS LOCKED CLOCK MINS PREHEATED FRONT REAR REAR FRONT SURF SELF CLEAN OVEN irst dition OVEN BROIL OVEN LIGHT TIMER MINS CLEAN LOCKED CLOCK MINS PREHEATED FRONT REAR REAR FRONT SELF CLEAN OVEN Use to turn surface elements on and off.
  • Page 59: Electronic Oven Control Pads And Lights

    Programming Instructions BROIL OVEN TIMER MINS CLEAN LOCKED CLOCK MINS PREHEATED Electronic Oven Control Pads and Lights 3. Press CLOCK pad to save time-of-day. • Clock saves time-of-day approximately 60 TIMER pad selects timer feature. Timer can be set up to seconds after time is entered if CLOCK pad is not 11 hour 59 seconds.
  • Page 60: Automatic Oven Shutoff

    Programming Instructions Operating Surface Elements Automatic Oven Shutoff 1. Push in and turn surface element control to desired As a safety feature, oven control automatically shuts off setting. oven after 12 hours of operation. This feature can be 2. When finished cooking, turn control to OFF position. turned on or off.
  • Page 61: Baking

    Programming Instructions Baking Broiling 1. Open oven door to confirm nothing is stored in oven WARNING cavity and set racks to proper height. 2. To preheat oven, turn oven temperature knob to To avoid risk of fire: desired temperature. • Do not line the broiler grid with foil. Foil may trap •...
  • Page 62: Self-Cleaning

    Programming Instructions Self-Cleaning Interrupt Self-Clean Cycle 1. Turn oven temperature knob to OFF position. WARNING 2. When oven has cooled to a safe temperature, LOCKED light flashes. Door can be unlocked and To avoid risk of personal injury, do not touch oven opened.
  • Page 63: Service Information

    Testing Procedures To avoid risk of electric shock, personal injury or death, WARNING disconnect power before servicing, unless testing requires it. Service Information Drive Element Requirements Bake This control consists of a display, relays, and all cicuitry which are housed in a single component. The mylar 100% bake element overlay is not part of the clock assembly, and needs to...
  • Page 64: Temperature Sensor

    Testing Procedures To avoid risk of electric shock, personal injury or death, WARNING disconnect power before servicing, unless testing requires it. Temperature Sensor Test Procedure Sensor resistance may be checked by removing the Performance of this clock is very simple. To verify sensor interconnect plug from the KRC P2 connector proper operation, follow the procedures below: and inserting ohmmeter leads into the harness...

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