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Viking Use & Care Manual
Viking Range Corporation
111 Front Street
Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA
(662) 455-1200
For product information
call 1-888-VIKING1 (845-4641)
or visit the Viking Web site at
vikingrange.com
Freestanding Dual Fuel
Self-Cleaning Ranges
F20143D (070207J)
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Congratulations . . . WARNING Your purchase of this product attests to the importance you If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or place upon the quality and performance of the major appliances you explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or use. With minimal care, as outlined in this guide, this product is death. designed to provide you with years of dependable service. Please take the few minutes necessary to learn the proper and efficient use
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11. The flame of the open-top burner should be adjusted to just cover Important Safety Instructions the bottom of the pan or pot. Excessive burner setting may cause WARNING scorching of adjacent countertop surfaces, as well as the outside of To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage the utensil. This is based on safety considerations. when using the oven, follow basic precautions, including the following: 12. Use dry pot holders. Moist or damp pot holders on
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22. This appliance is not connected to a combustion products evacuation Steel Griddle/Simmer Plate (if applicable) The griddle is a heavy-weight, blanchard finished steel griddle that device. It shall be installed and connected in accordance with current has a USDA authorized protective coating. Before using, remove installation regulations giving particular attention to the relevant protective coating with vinegar and water and rinse well. No additional requirements regarding ventilation. s
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Griddle/Simmer Plate Surface Cooking Tips Turning the thermostat counter clockwise to any on position Use low or medium flame heights when cooking in utensils that are activates a glo-bar igniter and opens an electromechanical valve in the poor conductors of heat, such as glass, ceramic, and cast-iron. system to start the gas valve. The griddle has a power ON light Reduce the flame height until it covers approximately 1/3 of the which glows when the griddle thermostat is turned on. The li
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Grill Operation Grill Cooking Chart Turn on kitchen ventilation product. FOOD WEIGHT FLAME TOTAL SUGGESTED SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS OR SIZE COOKING TIME AND TIPS Turn grill control knob to HI. THICKNESS Preheat on HI for 5 to 10 minutes. Beef Place food on grill, cook as desired. Hamburger 1/2-3/4 Med 8-15 minutes Grill, turning once when (1.3-1.9cm) juices rise to the surface. Grill Cooking Tips We recommend that ground When grilling chicken, roasts, well done ste
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Grill Cooking Chart Cooking Substitute Charts FOOD WEIGHT FLAME TOTAL SUGGESTED SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS In many cases, a recipe requires an ingredient which is not readily OR SIZE COOKING TIME AND TIPS available or calls for a unit of measure that is not easily recognized. THICKNESS The following charts have been provided as useful guides in these MEATS situations. Pork Chops 1/2(1.3 cm) Med 20-40 minutes Remove excess fat from Ingredient Substitutes 1(2.5cm) Med
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CONVECTION BAKE Kitchen Equivalents and Metrics Full power heat is radiated from the bake element in the bottom of the oven cavity Measure Equivalent Metric* and partial power is radiated from the broil 1 tablespoon 3 teaspoons 15 mL element. Air is circulated by the motorized 2 tablespoons 1 ounce 30 mL fan in the rear of the oven. It provides more 1 jigger 1 1/2 ounces 45 mL even heat distribution throughout the oven 1/4 cup 4 tablespoons 60 mL cavity for all uses. Multiple rack use is 1/3
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CONVECTION DEFROST Two-Element Baking With temperature control off, air is This conventional baking/roasting is particularly suitable for dishes circulated by a motorized fan in the rear which require a high temperature. Many cookbooks contain recipes to of the oven. The fan accelerates natural be cooked in the conventional manner. This bake setting is only defrosting of the food without heat. To recommended for single-rack baking. avoid sickness and food waste, do not allow defrosted food t
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To Bake: Convection Baking 1. Arrange the oven racks in the desired position BEFORE heating the oven. If cooking on two racks at the same time, use rack positions 3 Convection baking is the process of cooking food with a flow of heated and 5. air circulating throughout the oven cavity. The even circulating of this 2. Turn the Oven Function selector to desired function. Set the air equalizes the temperature throughout the oven cavity and Temperature Control to the desired temperature. Cooki
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Conventional Baking Chart Convection Baking Chart Recommended Conventional Conventional Recommended Convection Convection Pan Temperature Time Pan Temperature Time o o o o ( F) ( C) (min.) ( F) ( C) (min.) BREADS BREADS Yeast Loaf Loaf Pan 375 191 30-35 Yeast Loaf Loaf Pan 350 177 25-35 Yeast Rolls Cookie Sheet 400 204 12-15 Yeast Rolls Cookie Sheet 375 191 11-13 Biscuits Cookie Sheet 400 204 8-10 Biscuits Cookie Sheet 375 191 7-9 Nut Breads Loaf Pan 375 191 30-35 Nut Breads Loaf Pan 350 177 2
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Solving Baking Problems Conventional/Convection Roasting Tips Baking problems can occur for many reasons. Check the chart for the Always use the broiler pan and grid supplied with each oven. The hot causes and remedies for the most common problems. It is important air must be allowed to circulate around the item being roasted. Do not to remember that the temperature setting and cooking times you are cover what is being roasted. Convection roasting seals in juices quickly accustomed to using
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Conventional Roasting Chart Convection Roasting Chart Type and Weight Conventional Conventional Internal Type and Weight Convection Convection Internal Cut of Meat (lbs) Temperature Time Temperature Cut of Meat (lbs) Temperature Time Temperature o o o o o o o o ( F) ( C) (min./lb.) ( F) ( C) ( F) ( C) (min./lb.) ( F) ( C) BEEF BEEF Rib Roast 4 -6 325 163 Rib Roast 4 -6 300 149 Rare 25 140 60 Rare 20 140 48 Medium 30 155 68 Medium 24 155 68 Well Done 40 170 77 Well Done 30 170 77 Rump Roast
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To use the Maxi-Broil or Mini-Broil: Conventional Broiling 1. Arrange the oven racks in the desired position. Broiling is a dry-heat cooking method using direct or indirect radiant 2. Center food on cold broiler pan and grid supplied with your oven. heat. It is used for small individualized cuts such as steaks, chops, and Place broiler pan in oven and close the door. patties. Broiling is most successful for cuts 1-2 inches (2.54-5.1 cm) 3. Set the Oven Function selector to either MAXI-BROIL
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Conventional/Convection Broiling Chart Proofing (48 W. Ranges only) This setting is designed for allowing yeast dough to rise at a Type and Weight Rack Conventional Convection 0 0 0 0 Cut of Meat Time (Min.) Time (Min.) temperature between 85 F (29 C) and 100 F ( 38 C). Yeast doughs rise 0 0 BEEF or proof best when the temperature is between 85 F (29 C) and 0 0 Sirloin, 1 12 oz 5 100 F (38 C). To make sure the dough is warm enough, cover the bowl (2.54 cm) loosely with plastic wrap and/or
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Surface Burners Griddle/Simmer Plate Wipe up spill-overs as soon as possible after they occur and before 1. After using the griddle, always remove the drip pan located below it they get a chance to burn in and cook solid. In the event of a spill- by pulling the drip pan toward you. The drip pan needs to be over, follow these steps: cleaned after each use of the griddle. Cooked-off grease will drain 1. Allow the burner and grate to cool to a safe temperature level. from the griddle through t
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Grill Control Panel DO NOT USE any cleaners containing ammonia or abrasives. They The grill grate may be cleaned immediately after cooking is complete could remove the graphics from the control panel. Use hot, soapy and before turning off the flame. Wearing a barbecue mitt to protect water and a soft clean cloth. your hand from heat, use a soft bristle barbecue brush to scrub the grill grate. Dip the brush frequently in a bowl of water. Steam is created as Oven Surfaces the water contacts t
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Control Knobs Before starting the Self-Clean cycle: MAKE SURE THE CONTROL KNOBS POINT TO THE OFF POSITION 1. Remove the oven racks, rack supports, and any other items/utensils BEFORE REMOVING. Pull the knobs straight off. Wash in detergent from the oven. The high heat generated during the cleaning cycle and warm water. Do not soak knobs. Dry completely and replace by can discolor, warp, and damage these items. Do not use foil or pushing firmly onto stem. DO NOT USE any cleaners containin
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Replacing Interior Oven Lights Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE ELECTRIC POWER AT THE MAIN FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE REPLACING BULB. Range will not function. Range is not connected to electrical 1. Unscrew glass light cover. power. Have electrician check power 2. Use an oven mitt during bulb circuit breaker, wiring and fuses. removal to protect your hand in case the bulb breaks. Oven does not operate in Door is not shut tight enough for
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PROFESSIONAL SERIES Service Information FREESTANDING DUAL FUEL RANGES WARRANTY If service is required after checking the troubleshooting guide: 1. Call your dealer or authorized service agency. The name of the ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY authorized service agency can be obtained from the dealer or Freestanding dual fuel ranges and all of their component parts and accessories, except as detailed below*, are warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship in normal household use for a pe
