Americana Appliances ABS200 owner manual Safety Precautions

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

■ Use this appliance only for its intended	■ Do not leave children alone---children
purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.		should not be left alone or unattended in
■ Be sure your appliance is properly installed		an area where an appliance is in use. They
		should never be allowed to sit or stand on
and grounded by a qualified technician in
		any part of the appliance.
accordance with the provided installation

instructions.	■ Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang
■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any		on the door, storage drawer, or cooktop.
		They could damage the range and even tip
part of your range unless it is specifically
		it over, causing severe personal injury.
recommended in this manual. All other

servicing should be referred to a qualified	■ Do not store flammable materials in an oven
technician.		or near the cooktop.
■ Before performing any service, disconnect	■	CAUTION: Items of interest to

	the range power supply at the household	children should not be stored in cabinets
	distribution panel by removing the fuse or
		above a range or on the backsplash of a
	switching off the circuit breaker.
		range—children climbing on the range

		to reach items could be seriously injured.

COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY…

Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.

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Contents Ranges Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsSafety Precautions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions SafetyCleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support SELF-CLEANING Oven on some modelsTips Care and Cleaning Operating InstructionsUsing the surface units How to SetIndicator Lights on radiant glass models only Using the radiant surface units. on some models Temperature LimiterAbout the radiant surface units… Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and CleaningSelecting types of cookware Care and Cleaning Using the oven controls. on some modelsOven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings Oven Temperature Knob on some models Using the ovenTips Care and Cleaning Clock and Kitchen Timer on some modelsBroiling Guide CleaningInstructions Operating Aluminum FoilComments Broiling GuideTo Turn Off the Clock Display Using the clock and timer. on some modelsTo Set the Timer To Set the ClockInstructions To Reset the TimerTo Cancel the Timer Power OutageHow to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop Using the timed baking Roasting features. on some modelsSpecial features of your oven control. on some models Safety InstructionsHour Shut-Off Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays Using the Sabbath Feature. on some modelsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support How to Set for Regular Baking/RoastingHow to Exit the Sabbath Feature Type of margarine will affect baking performance To Adjust the Thermostat with this Type of KnobTo Adjust the Thermostat on Other Models Each notch changes the temperature by 10FBefore a Clean Cycle Using the self-cleaning oven. on some modelsCleaning Operating Instructions Safety Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips CareInstructions Operating Instructions Care How to Delay the Start of CleaningTo Stop a Clean Cycle After a Clean CycleLift-Off Oven Door Care and cleaning of the rangeTo clean the inside of the door To clean the outside of the doorTo remove the cover To replace the cover Oven Light Replacement on some modelsOven Heating Elements Oven RacksTo remove the storage drawer Control Panel and KnobsTo remove a surface unit Cleaning Troubleshooting TipsPorcelain Enamel Cooktop on some models Lift-Up Cooktop on some modelsNational Parts Center Oven VentPainted Surfaces on some models Do not use a steel-wool pad it will scratch the surfaceBurned-On Residue Cleaning the glass cooktop. on some modelsNormal Daily Use Cleaning SafetyOperating Instructions SafetyBefore you call for service… Properly See the Adjust the oven thermostat-Easy to doCoil Cooktops Surface units Not functioningBroil properly Control signals afterOr delay start Display flashes bAd Food does notHot or too cold Oven temperature tooClock and timer Power outageClean cycle Self-Cleaning ModelsDuring a clean cycle Not unlock Oven not clean after aLooking For Something More? AccessoriesPage Page We Will Provide Electric Range WarrantyWhat Is Not Covered Instructions CareContact Us Consumer Support