Amana DCF3305A, Gas Range Case of Fire, Precautions, Surface burners, Bake and broil burner flame

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (cont’d)

OVENS

1. Use Care When Opening Door—Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food.

2.Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers—Build-up of

pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury.

3.Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed.

4.Placement of Oven Racks—Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack is removed while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven.

5.Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line drip bowls, oven racks or oven bottoms. Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electrical shock, or fire.

SELF-CLEANING OVENS

1.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.

2.Do Not Use Oven Cleaners—No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the liner.

3.Clean Only Parts Listed in Manual.

4.Before Self-Cleaning the Oven—Remove broiler pan, oven racks, and other utensils.

5.Remove All Items From Rangetop and Backguard.

VENTILATION HOODS

1.Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently—Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.

2.When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

DELAYED IGNITION

Surface burners

Burner should ignite within 4 seconds. If burner does not ignite within 4 seconds, turn control knob to OFF and follow directions for installing burner caps in Adjusting Surface Burners. Try again. If burner still does not ignite within 4 seconds, contact an authorized servicer.

Bake and broil burner flame

Allow no more than 40-60 seconds before burner ignites and heat is felt. To check for heat, open oven door to first stop and place hand over oven door. If heat is not felt, turn temperature control knob to OFF. If burner repeatedly fails to ignite, contact an authorized servicer.

In Case of Fire

Fires can occur as a result of over cooking or excessive grease. Though a fire is unlikely, if one occurs, proceed as

follows:

Surface Burner Fire

1.Smother the fire with a nonflammable lid or baking soda, or use a Class ABC or BC extinguisher.

Not water. Not salt. Not flour.

2.As soon as it is safe to do so, turn the surface controls to OFF. Turn off power at main circuit breaker or fuse box. Turn off gas supply.

Oven Fires

1.If you see smoke from your oven, do not open oven door.

2.Turn off oven.

3.As an added precaution, turn off power at main circuit breaker or fuse box. Turn off gas supply.

4.Turn on vent to remove smoke.

5.Allow food or grease to burn itself out in oven.

6.If smoke and fire persist, call fire department.

7.If there is any damage to components, call an authorized servicer before using range.

 

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Precautions

 

• Do not cook food directly on

 

 

 

 

rangetop surface, always use

 

 

cookware.

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Do not mix household cleaning products. Chemical

 

mixtures may interact with objectionable or even

 

hazardous results.

 

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Do not put plastic items on warm cooking areas.

 

They may melt and stick.

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Oven door contains a glass window. While the

 

window is built to be sturdy and strong, it is still glass

 

and needs to be treated with care.

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Do not lift or move range by grasping oven door

 

handle. This can result in window glass breaking or

 

shattering.

 

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Do not slide rough metal objects across rangetop

 

surface. Scratching or metal marking can result.

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Do not leave fat heating unless you remain nearby.

 

Fat can ignite if overheated by spilling onto hot

 

surfaces.

 

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Do not allow pots to boil dry as this can cause

 

damage to cooking surface and pan.

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Do not use rangetop surface as a cutting board.

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Do not use range for storage or as a display counter.

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Contents Covering DCF3305A TMACF3325A ContentsParts and Accessories Asure Extended Service PlanRecognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels What You Need to Know about Safety InstructionsSmell Gas What To Do If YouALL Appliances Important Safety Information cont’dCase of Fire PrecautionsSurface burners Bake and broil burner flameTesting and adjusting surface burner flame Adjusting Surface Burner FlameAdjusting the surface burner’s air shutter Placing burner capsTesting and adjusting the bake and broil burner flames Adjusting Oven Burner FlameAdjusting bake burner’s air shutter Adjusting broil burner’s air shutterFlat Pan Test Cookware RecommendationsWhat Should You Consider in Cookware? Can I can?Setting Surface Burner Controls Using the RangeDuring a Power Outage Adjusting Burner Flame SizeOven Racks and Rack Positions Using the Range cont’dAluminum Foil Broiling HintsTo remove the oven bottom Placing the oven bottomHour automatic cancel FeaturesOven temperature control adjustment Service codes and tonesTimer Signal Display and SignalsPreheat Signal End-of-Cycle SignalSetting Electronic Clock Using the Oven ControlSetting Minute Timer Flashing DisplayBaking Using the Oven Control cont’dBroiling PreheatingWhats the difference between Timed and Delayed cooking? Delayed BakingHow Far Ahead Can I Set the Time? Timed BakingInterrupting the self-clean cycle Self-cleaningOperating surface burners during a self-clean cycle Do I need to prepare?Delayed Self-clean Cycle Baking Guidelines CookingHints for Cookies CakesCooking cont’d Common Baking ProblemsIt may not be the oven Cake stuck?Handling Hints Cooking Tips Storage Safety Using a Meat ThermometerMeat Basics TenderizingBeef Broiling GuidelinesPork LambPoultry unstuffed Roasting GuidelinesBraising Guidelines Cleaning Oven Door Care and CleaningRemoving Oven Door Replacing Oven DoorReplacing Oven Light Care and Cleaning cont’dPart General DirectionsFor best cleaning results Cleaning Stainless SteelCan I use liquid cleaners on my stainless steel? Citric Acid6ROXWLRQ TroubleshootingNoise Troubleshooting cont’dLimited Warranty Amana WarrantyTable des matières Cuisinière à gaz avec fourModèle DCF3305A et TMACF3325A Pièces et accessoires Appeler le service à la clientèle auMerci d’avoir acheté une cuisinière Amana Programme d’entretien prolongé AsureTMRenseignements DE Sécurité Importants Renseignements DE Sécurité Importants suite Brûleurs PrécautionsFlamme du brûleur de cuisson au four et au gril En cas d’incendieRéglage de la flamme du brûleur de la surface de cuisson Placement des capuchons de brûleurEssai et réglage de la flamme du brûleur de la Surface de cuissonRéglage de l’obturateur d’air du brûleur de cuisson au gril Réglage de l’obturateur d’air du brûleur de cuisson au fourSÉ Lectionner Viter Recommandations pour les plats de cuissonMatériaux DES Usages Plats DE Cuisson AluminiumUtilisation de la cuisinière Réglage des commandes de brûleur de surfaceQue faire lors d’une panne de courant ? Réglage de la flamme des brûleursPosition des grilles du four Utilisation de la cuisinière suiteConseils pour la cuisson au gril Papier d’aluminiumRetrait de la partie inférieure du four Placement de la partie inférieure du fourAnnulation automatique de 12 heures FonctionnalitésRéglage du thermostat du four Codes et signaux indicateurs de problèmesSignal de préchauffage Signal de la minuterieSignal de fin de cycle Affichage et signauxAffichage clignotant Utilisation de la commande du fourSignal sonore de la minuterie Cuisson au four PréchauffageCuisson au gril Quels extrêmes de température peut-on régler le four ?Cuisson différée Utilisation des commandes du four suiteCuisson minutée Interruption du cycle d’autonettoyage Que faut-il préparer ?Autonettoyage Autonettoyage retardé Mise EN GardeConseils relatifs à la cuisson CuissonConseils pour la cuisson de biscuits GâteauxProblèmes de cuisson courants Cuisson suiteVérifier si les gâteaux sont bien cuits Le gâteau est coincé ?Attendrissement Conseils relatifs à la viandeUtilisation d’un thermomètre à viande Agneau BœufPorc Volaille non farcie Guide de rôtissage½ à Conseils de braisageNettoyage de la porte du four Nettoyage et entretienRetrait de la porte du four Remise en place de la porte du fourNettoyage et entretien suite Remplacement de l’ampoule du fourAcide citrique Pour commander des produits Amana, visiter notre Web àNettoyage de l’acier inoxydable 3UREOqPH Avant d’appeler le service de dépannageCuisson Dépannage suiteGarantie Amana

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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