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Viking 3 Series Use & Care Manual

Viking 3 Series Use & Care Manual

Freestanding 30" electric self-clean range
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  • Page 1 Use & Care 3 Series Freestanding 30” Electric Self-Clean Range...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Congratulations We hope you will enjoy and appreciate the care and attention we have put into every detail of your new, state-of-the-art range. Your appliance is designed to offer years of reliable service. This Use and Care Manual will provide you with the information you need to become familiar with your range’s care and operation.

  • Page 3: Warnings

    Warnings Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manualare not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating the appliance. ALWAYS contact the manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand. Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels WARNING DANGER...
  • Page 4 Warnings To Prevent Fire or Smoke Damage • Be sure all packing materials are removed from the appliance before operating it. • Keep area around appliance clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and materials. • If appliance is installed near a window, proper precautions should be taken to prevent curtains from blowing over burners.
  • Page 5 Warnings • NEVER use aluminum foil to cover oven racks or oven bottom. This could result in risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the appliance. Use foil only as directed in this guide. • DO NOT cook directly on the oven bottom. This could result in damage to your appliance. Always use the oven racks when cooking in the oven.
  • Page 6 Warnings Self-Clean Oven • Clean only parts listed in this guide. DO NOT clean door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the gasket. DO NOT use oven cleaners of any kind in or around any part of the self-clean oven.
  • Page 7 Warnings WARNING CAUTION NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven BURN HAZARD bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as The oven door, especially the glass, can get hot. aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the oven Danger of burning: DO NOT touch the glass! and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning.

  • Page 8: Before Using Range

    Before Using Range All products are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove any visible signs of dirt, oil, and grease which may have remained from the manufacturing process. Before starting to cook, clean the range thoroughly with hot, soapy water. There may be some burn off and odors on first use of the appliance–this is normal.

  • Page 9: Oven Functions And Settings

    Oven Functions and Settings BAKE (Two-Element Bake) Use this setting for baking, roasting, and casseroles. CONV BAKE (Convection Bake) Use this setting to bake and roast foods at the same time with minimal taste transfer. TRU CONV (TruConvec™) Use this bake setting for multi-rack baking for breads, cakes, cookies (up to 6 racks of cookies at once).

  • Page 10: Surface Operation

    Surface Operation About the Cooktop Surface Elements Single radiant elements will have one round outline pattern shown on the cooktop and should be used when cooking with smaller cooking vessels. Dual radiant elements allows the user to set the smaller inner element alone or both the inner and outer elements may be used together when using medium to larger sized cookware.

  • Page 11: Oven Features

    Therefore, placing food items in the oven during the preheat mode is not recommended. The Viking Rapid Ready™ Preheat System is engineered so that the oven is brought to the desired set temperature in a manner...

  • Page 12: Conventional And Convection Cooking

    Using the Oven Conventional and Convection Cooking Because of variations in food density, surface texture and consistency, some foods may be prepared more successfully using the conventional bake setting. For this reason, conventional baking is recommended when preparing baked goods such as custard. The user may find other foods that are also prepared more consistently in conventional bake.

  • Page 13: Baking

    Baking BAKE (Two-Element Bake) Full power heat is radiated from the bake element in the bottom of the oven cavity and supplemental heat is radiated from the broil element. This function is recommended for single rack baking. Many cookbooks contain recipes to be cooked in the conventional manner.
  • Page 14 Baking Conventional Baking Chart Single Rack Time Food Pan Size Position Temp (min) BREADS Biscuits Cookie sheet 3 or 4 400˚F (204˚C) 10 - 12 Yeast loaf Loaf pan 3 or 4 375˚F (191˚C) 30 - 35 Yeast rolls Cookie sheet 3 or 4 400˚F (204˚C) 12 - 15...
  • Page 15 Baking Convection Baking Chart Single Rack Time Food Pan Size Position Temp (min) BREADS Frozen Biscuits Cookie sheet 3 or 4 375˚F (191˚C) 7 - 9 Yeast loaf Loaf pan 3 or 4 375˚F (191˚C) 25 - 30 Yeast rolls Cookie sheet 3 or 4 375˚F (191˚C)
  • Page 16 Baking Solving Baking Problems Baking problems can occur for many reasons. Check the chart below for the causes and remedies for the most common problems. It is important to remember that the temperature setting and cooking times you are accustomed to using with your previous oven may vary slightly from those required with this oven.

  • Page 17: Roasting

    Roasting CONV ROAST* (Convection Roast) The convection element runs in conjunction with the inner and outer broil elements. The reversible convection fan runs at a higher speed in each direction. This transfer of heat (mainly from the convection element) seals moisture inside of large roasts. A time savings is gained over existing, single fan convection roast modes.
  • Page 18 Roasting Conventional Roasting Chart (when using the Bake or Convection Bake setting) Internal Time Food Weight Temp (min/lb) Temp BEEF Rib roast Rare 4 - 6 lbs 325˚F (162.8˚C) 140˚F (60.0˚C) Medium 4 - 6 lbs 325˚F (162.8˚C) 155˚F (68.3˚C) Well done 4 - 6 lbs 325˚F (162.8˚C)
  • Page 19 Roasting Convection Roasting Chart Internal Time Food Weight Temp (min/lb) Temp BEEF Rib roast Rare 4 - 6 lbs 325˚F (162.8˚C) 140˚F (60.0˚C) Medium 4 - 6 lbs 325˚F (162.8˚C) 155˚F (68.3˚C) Well done 4 - 6 lbs 325˚F (162.8˚C) 170˚F (76.7˚C) Rump roast Medium...

  • Page 20: Broiling

    Broiling CONV BROIL* (Convection Broil) The top element operates at full power. This function is exactly the same as regular broiling with the additional benefit of air circulation by the motorized fan in the rear of the oven. Smoke is reduced since the airflow also reduces peak temperatures on the food.
  • Page 21 Broiling Broiling Instructions Broiling is a dry-heat cooking method using direct or radiant heat. It is used for small, individualized cuts such as steaks, chops, and patties. Broiling speed is determined by the distance between the food and the broil element. Choose the rack position based on desired results.
  • Page 22 Broiling Broiling Chart Type and Time Cut of Meat Weight Setting Rack (min) BEEF Sirloin, 1 " Rare 12 oz Broil Medium 12 oz Broil Well done 12 oz Broil T-Bone, 3/4 " Rare 10 oz Broil Medium 10 oz Broil Well done 10 oz...

  • Page 23: Convection Dehydrate

    Convection Dehydrate Convection Dehydrate This oven is designed not only to cook, but also to dehydrate fruits and vegetables. Warm air is circulated by a motorized fan in the rear of the oven and over a period of time, the water is removed from the food by evaporation.

  • Page 24: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and Maintenance Any piece of equipment works better and lasts longer when maintained properly and kept clean. Cooking equipment is no exception. Your range must be kept clean and maintained properly. Before cleaning, make sure all controls are in the “OFF” position.

  • Page 25: Control Panel

    Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning Problems on Glass Ceramic Top (cont.) Problem Cause To Prevent To Remove Metal markings Sliding or scraping metal utensils DO NOT slide metal objects Remove metal marks before the silver/gray marks on glasstop. across top. glasstop is used again. Apply cleaning cream with a damp paper towel and scrub with a nylon scrub pad or...

  • Page 26: Replacing The Oven Lights

    Replacing Oven Lights WARNING WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT touch bulb with bare hands. Clean off any signs of oil from the bulb and handle with a soft cloth. Disconnect the electric power at the main fuse or circuit breaker before replacing bulb. glass light cover 1.

  • Page 27: Self-Clean Cycle

    Self-Clean Cycle WARNING BURN OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Make sure all controls are OFF and oven is COOL before cleaning. Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock. CAUTION DO NOT touch the exterior portions of the oven after self-cleaning cycle has begun, since some parts become extremely hot to the touch! During the first few times the self-cleaning feature is used, there may be some odor and smoking from the curing of the binder in the high-density...

  • Page 28: Door Removal

    Door Removal Open door completely. Fold latches back Gently close until latches stop door. Lift door up and out. until locked in place Door Replacement Open door completely. Close door. Carefully realign door on hinges. Fold latches forward until locked in place. Slide in and down...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy Range will not function. Range is not connected to electrical power: Have electrician check power circuit breaker, wiring, and fuses. Oven does not operate in Door is not shut tight enough for automatic self-clean. door latch to lock.

  • Page 30: Service Information

    Clearly describe the problem that you are having. If you are unable to obtain the name of an authorized service agency, or if you continue to have service problems, contact Viking Range, LLC at 1-888-VIKING1 (845-4641), or write to: VIKING RANGE, LLC...

  • Page 31: Warranty

    Freestanding electric ranges and all of their component parts, except as detailed below*†, are warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship in normal residential use for a period of one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase. Viking Range, LLC, warrantor, agrees to repair or replace, at its option, any part which fails or is found to be defective during the warranty period.
  • Page 32 Viking Range, LLC 111 Front Street Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA (662) 455-1200 For product information, call 1-888-845-4641 or visit the our web site at vikingrange.com in the US or brigade.ca in Canada F21192B EN (070115)

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