Amana BigOven ACF7225A Service Manual

RS2310005Revision 0April 2001This manual is to be used by qualified appliancetechnicians only. Amana does not assume anyresponsibility for property da

RS2310005 Rev. 0 10General InformationCleaning Stainless SteelDamage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of cleaningproducts, or using non

Component Testing Information!WARNINGTo avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to oven before servicing, unlesste

Component Testing Information!WARNINGTo avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to oven before servicing, unlesste

Component Testing Information!WARNINGTo avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to oven before servicing, unlesste

Component Testing Information!WARNINGTo avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to oven before servicing, unlesste

15 RS2310005 Rev. 0Troubleshooting ProceduresWARNING!To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury ordeath, disconnect power and gas supply bef

RS2310005 Rev. 0 16Troubleshooting ProceduresWARNING!To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury ordeath, disconnect power and gas supply bef

Disassembly ProceduresDisconnect power source and shut off gas supply beforeservicing, unless testing requires it.WARNING!17 RS2310005 Rev. 0Oven Do

Disassembly ProceduresDisconnect power source and shut off gas supply beforeservicing, unless testing requires it.WARNING!RS2310005 Rev. 0 18Reverse

Disassembly ProceduresDisconnect power source and shut off gas supply beforeservicing, unless testing requires it.WARNING!19 RS2310005 Rev. 0Door La

RS2310005 Rev. 0 2Important InformationPride and workmanship go into every product to provide our customers with quality products. It is possible,ho

Disassembly ProceduresDisconnect power source and shut off gas supply beforeservicing, unless testing requires it.WARNING!RS2310005 Rev. 0 20Pressur

Disassembly ProceduresDisconnect power source and shut off gas supply beforeservicing, unless testing requires it.WARNING!21 RS2310005 Rev. 0Flue1.

Disassembly ProceduresDisconnect power source and shut off gas supply beforeservicing, unless testing requires it.WARNING!RS2310005 Rev. 0 22This pa

A–1 RS2310005 Rev. 0Appendix A

RS2310005 Rev. 0 A–2LP/PropaneConversionConverting for Use withLP/Propane GasYour range is factory set for use with natural gas. If LP/Propane gas u

A–3 RS2310005 Rev. 0Converting Surface Burners for Use with LP/PropaneConverting Oven Burner for Use with LP/PropaneConverting Broiler Burner for Us

RS2310005 Rev. 0 A–4Converting Pressure Regulator for Use withNatural Gas1. Remove storage drawer.• Refer to Removing Storage Drawer section in Owne

A–5 RS2310005 Rev. 0Converting Broiler Burner for Use with Natural GasConverting Surface Burners for Use with Natural Gas1. Remove the 4 burner cont

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B–1 RS2310005 Rev. 0Appendix B

3 RS2310005 Rev. 0Table of ContentsImportant Information ...2Important Safety Information ...

RS2310005 Rev. 0 B–2Getting Ready1. Remove storage drawer and verify that the anti tip bracket has beeninstalled and is engaged. Refer to Installati

B–3 RS2310005 Rev. 0BakeTo bake in your new oven:1. Arrange racks to desired position.2. Push and turn temperature knob. Temperature will be display

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C–1 RS2310005 Rev. 0Appendix C

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–2Owners ManualContentsImportant Safety Information ... 3Adjusting Burner Flame ... 6Cookware Suggestions ...

C–3 RS2310005 Rev. 0Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, LabelsDANGER!DANGER—Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personalinjury or death.WARNI

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–4IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWARNING!To reduce risk of the appliance tipping, it must be secured by aprope

C–5 RS2310005 Rev. 0ALL APPLIANCES1. Proper Installation—Be sure yourappliance is properly installed andgrounded by a qualified technician.2. Never

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–6OVENS1. Use Care When OpeningDoor—Let hot air or steamescape before removing orreplacing food.2. Do Not Heat Unopened FoodContai

C–7 RS2310005 Rev. 0Adjusting Surface Burner FlamePlacing burner capsBurner cap must be correctly seated on the burner base for proper operationof t

RS2310005 Rev. 0 4Important Safety InformationSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWARNING!To reduce risk of the appliance tipping, it must be secured by aproperl

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–8Testing and adjusting the bakeand broil burner flamesProperly adjusted oven burner flames are blue with a distinctblue inner con

C–9 RS2310005 Rev. 0Cookware RecommendationsCOOKWAREMATERIALUSESAluminumHeats and cools quickly. Use for frying, braising,and roasting.Stainless Ste

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–10Using the RangeWARNING!To avoid risk of serious personalinjury, property damage, or fire,do not leave surface burnersunattended

C–11 RS2310005 Rev. 0Oven Racks and Rack PositionsYour range has 6 oven rack positions to accommodate all type of cookingand cookware.Oven Rack Plac

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–12Placing the oven bottomThe oven bottom in your range has been screwed in to prevent any shiftingduring moving or cooking. The o

C–13 RS2310005 Rev. 0Features12-hour automatic cancelThis safety feature prevents oven from continuing to operate if it has beenleft on for over 12

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–14LIGHTSDESCRIPTIONCLOCKClock pad light remains on while time of day is set.TIMER ON/OFFTimer On/Off pad light remains on while t

C–15 RS2310005 Rev. 0Using the Oven ControlSetting Electronic ClockThe 12 hour clock does not display AM, PM or military time. When poweris connecte

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–16Using the Oven Control (contd)PreheatingIn most cases, you should preheat theoven before baking. After the rangecontrol is se

C–17 RS2310005 Rev. 0Using the Oven Control (contd)CAUTION!To reduce risk of food poisoningdue to bacterial growth andproduction of toxins, never h

5 RS2310005 Rev. 0Important Safety InformationALL APPLIANCES1. Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance isproperly installed and grounded by a qua

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–18Using the Oven Control (contd)WARNING!To avoid risk of personal injury,do not touch oven vents, or areaaround vents, during se

C–19 RS2310005 Rev. 0Using the Oven Control (contd)Delayed Self-clean CycleSelf-clean feature uses high oven temperature to clean oven interior.Set

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–20Bake Pan Placement• Keep pans and baking sheets 2 inches from ovenwalls.• Stagger pans placed on different racks so one isnot d

C–21 RS2310005 Rev. 0Cooking (contd)Problem CauseLopsided cakes(bake unevenly)Pans touching each other or oven walls.Batter spread unevenly in pan.

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–22Cooking (contd)Meat BasicsWhile cooking has always been a talent, it is now becoming a science, also. Amana provides this info

C–23 RS2310005 Rev. 0Broiling GuidelinesBroiling is a dry heat cooking method that allows a restaurant qualitycharbroiled flavor. Meat is exposed di

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–24Cooking (contd)Roasting GuidelinesTender cuts such as rib and loin cuts are best cooked by dry heat methods,such as roasting.

C–25 RS2310005 Rev. 0Braising GuidelinesLess tender cuts such as those from the round, chuck, brisket and shankrequire moist cooking. A longer cook

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–26Care and CleaningCleaning Oven DoorNot all areas of the oven are cleanedby the self-clean cycle. The ovendoor, the gasket and

C–27 RS2310005 Rev. 0Care and Cleaning (contd)CAUTION!Wear gloves to protect handsfrom accidental bulb breakage.Replacing Oven Light1. Disconnect e

RS2310005 Rev. 0 6Precautions• Do not cook food directly on rangetop surface, alwaysuse cookware.• Do not mix household cleaning products. Chemicalm

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–28Care and Cleaning (contd)Cleaning Stainless SteelDamage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of cleaningproducts, or

C–29 RS2310005 Rev. 0TroubleshootingYou may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concernstha

RS2310005 Rev. 0 C–30Troubleshooting (contd)COOKINGFood not baking properlyVarious causes See Cooking, Common Baking ProblemsFood not roasting prop

C–31 RS2310005 Rev. 0 2001 Amana AppliancesAmana, Iowa 52204Part No.36-32038801-0Printed in U.S.A.01/01Amana WarrantyFull ONE Year WarrantyAmana A

7 RS2310005 Rev. 0General InformationCooking Utensils• Use proper pan size. Do not use a pan that has abottom smaller than element. Do not use utens

RS2310005 Rev. 0 8General InformationFollow these recommendations only as a guide for timesand temperature. Times, rack position, and temperaturesma

9 RS2310005 Rev. 0General InformationCleaningReplacing Oven LightWARNING!To avoid risk of burns or electrical shock, disconnectelectrical supply to