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Owner’s Manual
AR-GF Series Ranges
oPERATIoN oF ThE BURNERS
1. Press in and turn the knob that corresponds to the burner that you would like to light. Use the front panel graphic to
confirm your selection until you become familiar with the range.
2. The igniter for all the surface burners will begin sparking – however, gas will flow to only the selected burner.
3. After the burner lights, the igniter clicking will stop – indicating that the flame sensing and re-ignition system is active on the
selected burner.
4. Rotate the knob to any flame setting that you desire between MAX and SIMMER.
A normal flame is blue in color and steady. Foreign materials in the kitchen air or the gas line, especially in new construction
installations, may cause some orange color bursts during initial operation. This will disappear with continued use. Small yellow tips on
the ends of the flames are normal.
If the flames look odd, (too small, too large, lazy or drifting, uneven around the burner circle, etc.), check to see that the burner head
is seated correctly on the burner base. Do this when the burner is cold by gently rocking the burner head or rotating the head from
side to side. If it is correctly seated, it will nest in a corresponding pin/hole found on the open burner base. If this does not correct
the problem, turn to the Troubleshooting section of this manual.
AUTO RE-IGNITION
The surface burners are equipped with a special ignition and re-ignition system that senses the presence of flame and re-ignites the
burner should the flame disappear while gas is still flowing to the burner.
Strong drafts, spills and general grime influence the operation of the automatic re-ignition system – a clean system will generally
function better than a dirty system. Periodically, remove any materials or grime that might build up on the high voltage spark
electrode – using a toothbrush or other non-metallic cleaning utensil.
BEFoRE USING ThE NEW Cook ToP
• Before using the cook top for the first time, wash the outside area with soap and water to remove any shipping & factory
residue.
• The burner grates are designed in sections and are easy to remove and clean. They are made of cast iron with a porcelain
coating and will remain hot after the burner is turned off creating a residual heat for continued cooking. Use caution when
handling.
• The burner heads are large and designed to ensure even heat distribution for better cooking. They must be in place and
properly seated before lighting.
• The Range must not be operated without the burner heads.
• There are no continuously burning pilot lights. An electronic spark ignition system is used to light the burner. If the flame
should go out from a boil-over or a strong draft, the burner will automatically reignite.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
RADIANT BRoIlER oPERATIoN
To turn on the radiant broiler, make sure there is nothing on the top grate. Push in and turn the control knob counter clockwise to
the HIGH position. The radiant broiler is equipped with a flame-sensing ignition system – that automatically detects the presence of
flame on the grill burner – and relights it in the event it should go out. Adjust the flame to the desired height.
After cooking, allow to cool completely and remove the drip tray slowly, discarding grease and other food particles. The top grates
may be removed - exposing the radiants - which may be lifted out for cleaning. The grate is porcelain coated and may be washed
with hot soapy water and a soft brush.
