Amana Gas Range, ACF3325A, DCF3305A warranty Delayed Self-clean Cycle

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Using the Oven Control (cont’d)

!WARNING

To avoid risk of personal injury, do not touch oven vents, or area around vents, during self-cleaning. These areas can become hot enough to cause burns.

!CAUTION

To avoid fire or smoke damage,

•remove any flammable materials from storage drawer. Items like plastic containers and paper manuals can melt or burn.

•clean excess spills before starting a self-clean cycle.

Do I need to prepare?

To get the best results from the self-clean cycle, follow these steps:

•Clean excess spills from oven interior and oven burner well.

•Remove birds or animals susceptible to smoke or other fumes from the room or adjoining room.

•Open window if possible.

•Make sure oven light cover is properly in place. Do not use cleaning cycle if it is not.

•Remove oven racks and all cooking utensils from oven.

•Remove items from range top backguard and storage drawer. These areas can become hot during self-cleaning cycle.

•The range vents from the center bottom of the backguard. Make sure this area is unobstructed by removing all items from backguard and range top.

Delayed Self-clean Cycle

Self-clean feature uses high oven temperature to clean oven interior. Set oven to begin and end cleaning at later time. Range control begins the self-clean at your specified start time.

1.Prepare oven for self-cleaning (see below right).

2.Close door.

3.Press START COOK/CLEAN pad.

4.Set starting time for the cleaning cycle.

• Default time is current time of day.

• Start time can be set from current time to current time plus 11 hours and 59 minutes.

5.Turn oven temperature knob to CLEAN.

•Default self-clean cycle length of 3 hours will display.

6.Set cycle length for self-clean.

•Use arrow keys to adjust time as necessary.

•Clean cycle can be set from two to four hours in five minute increments.

•Default setting for the cycle is three hours.

7.Self-clean cycle is set.

•Oven cannot be used until completion of the self-clean cycle.

•Self-clean cycle will begin at selected start time.

•To view start time, press the START COOK/CLEAN pad.

•OVEN ON indicator light will turn on when the self-clean cycle begins and will remain on until the end of the cycle.

•To view the clean cycle time, press the COOK/CLEAN TIME pad.

•At the end of the self-clean cycle, OVEN ON indicator light shuts off.

•The LOCKED indicator light will remain on until oven reaches a cooler temperature. LOCKED light will flash while door is unlocking, and then shut off when door has unlocked. Oven cavity will be hot to the touch. DO NOT attempt to open door prior to LOCKED indicator light shutting off.

Interrupting the self-clean cycle

To stop a self-clean cycle that has already started follow these steps. If the interruption occurs mid cycle, the oven will remain locked, even though the cycle has stopped, until the oven cavity has cooled to a safe temperature.

1.Turn oven temperature knob to OFF position.

2.When oven has cooled to a lower temperature, LOCKED light shuts off. Door can be unlocked. DO NOT force door. This can cause damage to the latch.

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DCF3305A, ACF3325A, Gas Range specifications

The Amana Gas Range model ACF3325A and its companion, the DCF3305A, represent a perfect blend of functionality, technology, and modern kitchen aesthetics. Both appliances are designed to enhance the cooking experience, offering diverse features that cater to the needs of every aspiring chef and home cook.

Starting with the ACF3325A, this gas range boasts a spacious five-burner configuration, allowing for versatile cooking methods. The burners provide instant heat and precise temperature control, catering to everything from simmering delicate sauces to boiling pasta quickly. One standout feature is the high-output burner that delivers intense heat for rapid cooking, perfect for searing meats or stir-frying vegetables. The additional simmer burners ensure that you can cook at lower temperatures for slow-cooked meals, enhancing the flavors of your dishes.

The oven in the ACF3325A is equipped with an ample capacity, ensuring you have enough space for large roasts or multiple dishes at once. Featuring a self-cleaning option, it simplifies maintenance, allowing you more time to focus on cooking rather than cleaning. The oven also includes multiple cooking modes, including bake, broil, and a convenient delay start feature that lets users prep meals in advance and have them ready at a desired time.

On the other hand, the DCF3305A complements the gas range with its robust features. This model focuses on fridge-freezer technology, ensuring that food stays fresher for longer. With adjustable shelves and a flexible interior layout, it provides ample space to store groceries. The energy-efficient design not only reduces electricity consumption but also maintains optimal temperatures.

Both the ACF3325A and DCF3305A incorporate user-friendly interfaces, including intuitive knob controls and digital displays, making it easy to adjust settings. Their stylish, contemporary design enhances kitchen decor while providing high-performance cooking capabilities.

In summary, the Amana Gas Range models ACF3325A and DCF3305A are excellent choices for anyone looking to elevate their cooking experience. With advanced technologies, spacious designs, and energy efficiency, these appliances exemplify Amana’s commitment to quality and practicality in the kitchen. Whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned chef, these models promise to meet your culinary needs with style and efficiency.
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