Operation

Burner Cartridges

!WARNING

To avoid risk of serious personal injury, property damage, or fire, do not leave surface burners unattended while in operation. Grease and spillovers can ignite causing a fire.

1.Push and turn burner control knob to LITE position.

Burner ignites.

Burner sparks until turned from LITE.

Surface burner control does not stop at each setting.

2.Set burner control knob to desired setting.

3.When finished cooking, turn control to OFF.

 

MED

HI

LO

LITE

 

 

OFF

Surface Burner Control Knob

Delayed Ignition

Burner should ignite within 4 seconds. If burner does not ignite within 4 seconds turn control knob to OFF position and follow directions in “Installing Cartridges” section. Try burner again. If burner still does not ignite in 4 seconds, contact an authorized servicer.

Adjusting Burner Flame Size

While turning the burner control knob, watch the burner flame.

Flame size should match the size of the pan. Do not allow the flame to extend up the sides of the pan. Flames that extend up the sides of the pan can ignite clothing, make handle hot, or burn.

Adjusting Burner Flame Size

Cooking Utensils

For best cooking results, use a pan with proper characteristics.

Utensils Material Characteristics

Type

Temperature

Uses

 

Response

 

Aluminum

Heats and cools

Frying, Braising,

 

quickly

Roasting

Cast Iron

Heats and cools

Low heat

 

slowly

cooking, frying

Copper

Heats and cools

Gourmet cooking,

Tin Lined

quickly

wine sauces, egg

 

 

dishes

Enamelware

Depends on

Low heat

 

base metal

cooking

Ceramic

Heats and cools

Low heat

(glass)

quickly

cooking

Stainless

Heats and cools

Soups, sauces,

Steel

at moderate rate

vegetables,

 

 

general

 

 

cooking

Use proper pan size. Do not use utensils that overhang grate by more than 1 inch.

Incorrect Pan Sizes

Use care when using glazed cooking utensils. Some glass, earthenware, or other glazed utensils break due to sudden temperature changes.

Select utensils without broken or loose handles. Handles should not be heavy enough to tilt pan.

Do not use a wok with a ring stand.

Woks

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Amana AKGD3050 owner manual Operation, Burner Cartridges, Utensils Material Characteristics

AKGD3050 specifications

The Amana AKGD3050 is an impressive freestanding gas range that combines functionality with modern design, making it a popular choice among home cooks and baking enthusiasts alike. With its smart engineering and user-friendly features, this range is crafted to enhance culinary experiences while ensuring efficiency and reliability in the kitchen.

One of the standout features of the Amana AKGD3050 is its spacious cooking capacity, which includes a large oven that provides ample space to prepare multiple dishes at once. The oven boasts a 5.0 cubic foot capacity, allowing you to bake large casseroles or roast sizable cuts of meat without any hassle. In addition, the unit includes a versatile cooktop with five burners, offering various heating options for different cooking methods. The burners deliver precise heat output, enabling users to easily simmer sauces, sauté vegetables, or boil pasta.

The Amana AKGD3050 incorporates a powerful bake and broil element for consistent cooking results. The range also has a temperature management system that ensures even heat distribution throughout the oven, contributing to perfectly baked goods every time. The included oven features such as a convenient self-cleaning function promote effortless maintenance, freeing users from the tedious chore of scrubbing and scraping.

Another notable characteristic of the Amana AKGD3050 is its intuitive control panel. User-friendly knobs and clear indicators make it simple to adjust cooking temperatures and settings. Additionally, the oven features a digital display that provides essential information such as timer settings and temperature readouts.

This model also offers an array of safety features aimed at ensuring peace of mind while cooking. The range is designed with a flame failure device, which automatically shuts off the gas supply if the flame goes out, reducing the risk of accidents. The continuous grates allow easy movement of pots and pans across burners, enhancing cooking efficiency.

In conclusion, the Amana AKGD3050 is a reliable and feature-rich gas range that caters to the needs of modern households. With its spacious oven capacity, versatile burners, self-cleaning system, and smart safety features, this range is well-equipped to handle various culinary tasks, making it an indispensable addition to any kitchen.