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PROBLEM CHECK WHAT TO DO
Ignitor doesn’t Dirt on Ignitor, Clean Ignitors.
spark when spark module
Replace module
knobs are or valve switch.
or valve switch.
turned to light.
Burners spark Check burner, Clean dirt from
but one does cap, ignitor and burner cap or
not light. orifice for dirt. orifice.
Spark occurs Module. Replace module.
at ignitor when Water has Unplug range and
all control knobs been spilled on let control panel
are off. control panel dry overnight.
Proper grounding and polarity are necessary for correct
operation of the electric ignition system on model 1956. If
the wall receptacle does not provide correct polarity,
the ignitor will become grounded and click occasionally,
even after the burner is ignited. A qualified electrician
should check the w
all receptacle for correct polarity and
grounding. This sparking condition will also occur if there
is a breeze across the burners or when on low.
Warning: Do not touch ignitor when it is sparking.
OPTIONAL – WARMER DRAWER
WARMING DRAWER CONTROLS
Setting the Temperature
Turn the warmer thermostat knob to the desired setting.
Temperatures can range from 80 degrees to 225 degrees.
WARNING: Food Poisoning Hazard! Do not let food sit for
more than one hour before or after cooking. Doing so can
result in food poisoning or sickness.
Moist-Dry Slide
The Moist-Dr
y slide allo
ws y
ou to open or close the v
ent
slots in the door. The MOIST setting holds moisture in,
w
hile the DRY setting allows steam and moisture to escape
from the dra
w
er
.
To keep foods moist, put slide on MOIST, closing the vents.
Closing the v
ents will seal the dra
wer and keep hot food
soft and moist.
T
o keeps foods crisp, put slide on DRY, opening the vents.
Opening the vents releases moisture from the drawer and
keeps hot food crisp and dry.
The warming drawer is ideal for keeping hot cooked foods
at ser
ving temperature. It ma
y also be used for w
ar
ming
breads and pastries.
Dif
ferent types of food ma
y be placed in the w
ar
ming
drawer at the same time. For best results, do not hold food
l
onger than one hour. For small quantities or heat-sensitive
foods (such as eggs), do not hold longer than 30 minutes.
F
ood must be at serving temperature before being placed in
the warming drawer. (Breads, pastries, and fruit pies may be
heated from room temperature on the HI setting.)
Remove food from plastic bags and place in oven-safe
container. Cover foods with a lid or aluminum foil. Do not
cover with plastic wrap. Empty serving dishes and dinner
plates can be heated while the warming drawer is
preheating.
Storage or Warmer Drawer
Removal Instructions
• If the storage or warmer drawer is not removed or
installed properly, ball bearing race could be damaged.
• DO NOT REMOVE THE DRAWER UNLESS
ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY.
• If removing drawer, pull it out to the stop.
• Slide the black nylon tab on each side towards you.
• Slowly pull the drawer straight out of the ball bearing
track.
• When reinstalling the drawer, extend the ball bearing
track inside the stove fully towards you.
• It works best with 2 people, one on each side of the
drawer.
• Slowl
y push drawer straight into the track until it is fully
closed.
• Dra
wer should now open and close freel
y.
Proofing Bread
Proof
ing bread prepares dough for baking by activating the
yeast. Proofing twice is recommended.
To Proof:
1. Cover dough with lighly oiled wax paper and place
temperature safe bowl(s) directly on bottom of drawer.
2. Set control knob to 80°F
3. Place vent on MOIST setting.
4.
Check dough periodically for proofing progress.
5. Verify doneness by pressing 2 fingers 1/2" (1.27 cm)
into dough. If indentation remains, the dough is ready.
F
or second proof
ing of dough, follo
w steps 1-4.
Warming Tips
• Do not line warming drawer with aluminum foil.
• Keep food covered if it was cooked with a cover on it.
• Use narrow strips of foil to shield pie crust edges from
further browning in drawer.
• Place tent-shaped foil loosely over meat or poultry to
prevent dryness and further browning while in the drawer.
• The use of aluminum foil to cover foods may cause
moisture to collect and drip into the drawer.
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Automatic Door Lock
As soon as you program the oven for the self-cleaning
function, the door will automatically lock. It will remain
l
ocked throughout the entire cycle. The door will
automatically unlock when the temperature lowers to a
safe level.
MAINTENANCE & MINOR REPAIR
Removable Oven Door
The oven door is removable to allow easier manual cleaning
inside the oven if desired.
Removing the Oven Door:
Completely open oven door. In both back corners of the
door y
ou will see door latches in the locked position.
Rotate both latches forward to the unlocked position.
Grasp outside edges of door with both hands.
•
Be
gin closing door
, at the moment the door stops
closing, lift and pull door toward you.
• Set door aside on a protecti
v
e surf
ace.
Resetting Breakers
In case of a sto
v
e malfunction, tr
y resetting the breaker, at
the main breaker panel.
Clock Malfunction
If you have experienced a po
w
er sur
ge or loss of po
w
er
recently, your clock may have “locked up”. Turn power off
to your range for about 15 seconds then reconnect. This
should reset clock/control and it should no
w function
normally.
REPLACING OVEN LIGHTS
To Replace Oven Light on Model 1956
1. Unplug appliance or disconnect at the main power
supply.
2. Replace the oven lights with a #4452166 15W appliance
bulb. These bulbs are available from a Whirlpool/
KitchenAid dealer or from Elmira Stove Works.
3. All cabinet lights are the rectangular 12 volt 5 watt
variety as shown below.
To Replace Oven Lights on all Models
but Oven 1956
Lights on the range are 12-volt, 5-watt (maximum)
halogen bulbs.
Before replacing, make sure the oven is of
f and cool
1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove glass light cover by grasping the front edge
and pulling away from oven.
3. Remove bulb from socket.
4. Replace bulb, replace bulb cover by snapping back
into wall.
5.
Reconnect po
wer.
Lubrication
Lubricate the following with white lubricant:
• Oven door hinges (if they squeak).
• If burner control knobs stick, remove knobs and lubricate
around s
witch shaft with a small amount of white lube.
Replace knobs on s
witches.
IMPORTANT
If in doubt a
bout ho
w to handle service, call us at the
factory for help at: 1-800-295-8498.
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