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Surface Operation Range Controls Oven Settings Lighting the Burners plates which are designed to catch drippings and All burners are ignited by electric circulate a smoke flavor back into the food. Beneath the Interior Oven Left Front Burner Left Oven Left Oven Griddle Self-Clean Right Oven Right Front Burner BAKE (Two- require gentle such as pastries, souffles, yeast MED BROIL ignition. There are no open-, flavor generator plates is a two piece drip pan which Light Switch Control Knob Function Indicator Light Indicator Temperature Control Knob Element Bake) breads, quick breads and cakes. Breads, cookies, and other Inner and outer broil “standing” pilots. catches any drippings that might pass beyond the flavor Full power is baked goods come out evenly textured with golden crusts. elements pulse on (15,000 BTU) Selector Knob Control Knob Light Indicator Light (15,000 BTU) generator plates. This unique system is designed radiated from the No special bakeware is required. Use this function for single and off to produce VariSimmer™ to provide outdoor quality grilling indoors. bake element in the rack , multiple rack baking, , and preparation less heat for slow is a cooking technique in CLEAN OVEN GRIDDLE OVEN CLEAN bottom of the oven of complete meals. This setting is also recommended when broiling. Allow about

which foods are cooked in hot kept at or just Dual Fuel cavity and baking large quantities of baked goods at one time. 4 inches (10 cm) Oven Functions Convection-Self Clean barely below the point of . Simmering supplemental heat is between the top medium broil ensures gentler treatment than boiling to prevent food Preheat radiated from the two-element bake CONV ROAST surface of the food from toughening and/or breaking up. The size of the For best results, it is extremely broil element. This (Convection and the broil element. pan and the volume of food can have a significant effect important that you preheat conventional baking/roasting is particularly suitable for Roast) Slow broiling is best for chicken and ham in order to broil on how high or low a flame is needed for simmering. your oven to the desired dishes which require a high temperature. Many cookbooks The convection food without over-browning it. Use this setting for broiling OVEN For this reason, Viking range and rangetop burners are cooking temperature before placing FUNCTION contain recipes to be cooked in the conventional manner. element runs in small and average cuts of meat. engineered with a VariSimmer setting. The VariSimmer food items in the oven to begin cooking. Left Rear Burner Self-Clean Left Oven Grill Griddle Right Oven Right Oven Right Rear Burner Use this setting for baking, roasting, and casseroles. This conjunction with the OVEN setting is not just one simmer setting, but provides a In many cooking modes, partial power from TEMPERA Control Knob Indicator Temperature Control Control Function Temperature Control Knob function is recommended for single rack baking. inner and outer broil LOW BROIL variable range of simmer settings. This variable range of the broiler is used to bring the oven to the preheat TURE (15,000 BTU) Light Indicator Light Knob Knob Selector Knob Control Knob (15,000 BTU) elements. The This mode uses only simmer settings allows you to adjust the flame height to temperature. Therefore, placing food items in the oven CONV BAKE reversible convection convection roast a fraction of the achieve the best simmer depending on the type and during the preheat mode is not recommended. The (Convection runs at a higher available power to quantity of food being simmered. It is this ability that Viking Rapid Ready™ Preheat System is engineered so Bake) speed in each direction. This transfer of heat (mainly from the inner broil makes the VariSimmer setting the most accurate and that the oven is brought to the desired set temperature The bottom element the convection element) seals moisture inside of large element for delicate trustworthy simmer on the market. in a manner which will provide the optimum cooking operates at full roasts. A time savings is gained over existing, single fan top-browning. The environment based on the selected cooking mode in power, and the top convection roast modes. Use this setting for whole turkeys, inner broil element is low broil TruPowerPlus™ Burner (where applicable) the shortest possible time. broil element whole chickens, hams, etc. on for only part of Certain model ranges are equipped with a TruPowerPlus operates at the time. Use this • BAKE (Two-Element Bake) Broil element convection bake 18,500 BTU burner in the front right burner position. Use this setting for baking, roasting, and casseroles. supplemental power. CONV BROIL setting to gently brown meringue on racks 3 or 4 in 3-4 This burner is designed to provide extra high heat TruConvec™ element The heated air is (Convection minutes. • CONV BAKE (Convection Bake) (behind baffle) output, especially when using large pans, and should be Use this setting to bake and roast foods at the circulated by the motorized fan in the rear of the oven Broil) used for boiling large quantities or if you need to bring same time with minimal taste transfer. Two TruGlide racks providing a more even heat distribution. This even The top element Convection Dehydration something to a boiled quickly. While the TruPowerPlus • TRU CONV (TruConvec™) Oven lights circulation of air equalizes the temperature throughout the operates at full power. This oven is designed not only to cook, but also to burner has the extra power needed to bring large oven cavity and eliminates the hot and cold spots found in This function is exactly dehydrate fruits and vegetables. Use this bake setting for multi-rack baking for quantities of to a boil rapidly, it is also able to be Surface Heat Settings* conventional ovens. A major benefit of convection baking is the same as regular 1. Prepare the food as recommended. breads, cakes, cookies (up to 6 racks of cookies One standard rack turned down low enough to provide a very low and the ability to prepare food in quantity using multiple broiling with the 2. Arrange the food on racks (not included with the at once). convection broil delicate simmer making this burner the most versatile VariSimmer™ racks—a feature not possible in a standard oven. additional benefit of oven; contact a local store handling speciality cooking • CONV ROAST (Convection Roast) Concealed burner on the market. bake element Melting and simmering small quantities, rice, air circulation by the utensils). Use this setting for roasting whole turkeys, whole and sauces When roasting using this setting, cool air is quickly motorized fan in the rear of the oven. Smoke is reduced 3. Set the appropriate low temperature and turn the Griddle/Simmer Plate (where applicable) chickens, hams, etc. replaced, meats on the outside and retaining more since the airflow also reduces peak on the selector to “TRU CONV”. The optional 15,000 BTU griddle is constructed of • CONV BROIL (Convection Broil) HI juices and natural flavor on the inside with less shrinkage. food. Use this setting for broiling thick cuts of meats. machined steel with a blanchard finish and is uniquely Use this setting to broil thick cuts of meat. Boiling water quickly, deep-fat in large utensil With this heating method, foods can be baked and roasted Convection Defrost designed to offer excellent cooking performance as well • HI BROIL at the same time with minimal taste transfer, even when HI BROIL 1. Place the frozen food on a baking sheet. as easy clean up. The griddle is equipped with an Use this setting for broiling dark meats at 1” thickness Griddle/Simmer Plate MED HI different dishes are involved, such as cakes, fish or meat. Heat radiates from 2. Set the temperature control to “OFF”. electronic to maintain an even temperature or less where rare or medium doneness Operation/Settings Maintaining fast boil on large quantities, high temperature The hot air system is especially economical when thawing both broil elements, 3. Turn the selector to “TRU CONV”. across the griddle once the desired temperature has is desired. frying, and pan broiling frozen food. Use this setting for baking and roasting. located in the top of been set. The griddle has a power “ON” indicator light • MED BROIL • Turn the griddle control knob to desired the oven cavity, at full Self-Clean Cycle which glows when the griddle thermostat has been Use this setting for broiling white meats such as temperature setting. MED TRU CONV power. The distance This range features a self-cleaning cycle. During this cycle, turned on. This will cycle on and off as needed to chicken or meats greater than 1” thick that would be • ALWAYS turn off when not in use, or lower Maintaining slow boil on large quantities, sauteing, (TruConvec™) between the foods the oven reaches elevated temperatures in order to burn off indicate the thermostat is maintaining the selected over-browned in high broil. the heat between cooking loads. browning, and pan-frying The rear element only and the broil soil and deposits. A powder ash residue is left in the high broil temperature. Before the griddle is used, it is important • LOW BROIL operates at full power. elements determines bottom of the oven after completion of the self-clean cycle. to season the griddle. See instructions in the Use & Use this setting for delicate broiling such as Grill Operation/Settings MED LOW There is no direct broiling speed. For See Use and Care Manual for self-clean cycle instructions. Care for steps on seasoning the griddle. meringue. Simmering large quantities, low temperature frying (eggs, heat from the bottom fast broiling, food may be as close as 2 inches (5 cm) to the • SELF CLEAN • Turn on ventilator (separate product). etc.), heating milk, cream sauces, gravies, and pudding or top elements. The broil element or on the top rack. Fast broiling is best for Char-Grill (where applicable) Use this function to clean oven. • Turn control knob to HI. motorized fan in the meats where rare to medium doneness is desired. Use this The optional 18,000 BTU char-grill is equipped with a • Convection Dehydration (TRU CONV) • Preheat on HI for 5 to 10 minutes. LOW rear of the oven TruConvec setting for broiling small and average cuts of meat. single piece, heavy-duty porcelainized cast-iron grill Use this function to dehydrate fruits and vegetables. • Place food on grill, cook as desired. Melting large quantities circulates air in the grate for easy movement of grilling items. Beneath the • Convection Defrost (TRU CONV) oven cavity for even heating. Use this setting for foods that grill grate are two slotted porcelainized flavor generator Use this function to defrost foods. *Note: The above information is given as a guide only. You may need to vary the heat settings to suit your personal requirements. Warnings Warnings (cont.) Warnings (cont.) Viking Quick Reference Guide

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing Important Safety Notice and Warning in this manual are not meant to cover all possible (State of California Proposition 65) W A R N I N G W A R N I N G W A R N I N G C A U T I O N conditions and situations that may occur. Common WARNING: This product contains one or more This range features a self-cleaning cycle. During If the information in this manual is not sense, caution, and care must be exercised when chemicals known to the State of California to cause ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD BURN HAZARD this cycle, the oven reaches elevated temperatures followed exactly, a or explosion may When self-cleaning, surfaces may get installing, maintaining, or operating the appliance. cancer. Disconnect the electric power at the in order to burn off soil and deposits. A powder ash main fuse or circuit breaker before hotter than usual. Therefore, children WARNING: This product contains one or more result causing property damage, personal residue is left in the bottom of the oven after replacing bulb. should be kept away. ALWAYS contact the manufacturer about problems or chemicals known to the State of California to cause completion of the self-clean cycle. injury or death. conditions you do not understand. birth defects or other reproductive harm. Note: DO NOT WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: Users of this appliance are hereby warned that when use commercial oven cleaners inside the oven. Use of these cleaners can • DO NOT try to light any appliance. the oven is engaged in the self-clean cycle, there may W A R N I N G C A U T I O N produce hazardous fumes or can damage the • DO NOT touch any electrical switch. D A N G E R be some low-level exposure to some of the listed porcelain finishes. DO NOT line the oven with • DO NOT use any phone in your building. DO NOT store items of interest to children over substances, including . Exposure to BURN OR ELECTRICAL Hazards or unsafe practices which WILL result in aluminum foil or other materials. These items can • Immediately call your gas supplier from a the unit. Children climbing to reach items could severe personal injury or death these substances can be minimized by properly melt or burn during a self-clean cycle, causing neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's SHOCK HAZARD be seriously injured. Make sure all controls are OFF and oven venting the oven to the outdoors by opening the permanent damage to the oven. instructions. W A R N I N G windows and/or door in the room where the appliance • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire is COOL before cleaning. Failure to do is located during the self-clean cycle. department. so can result in burns or electrical shock. N O T I C E Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result W A R N I N G in death severe personal injury or death Important notice regarding pet birds: Installation and service must be performed by a DO NOT turn the Temperature Control on during NEVER keep pet birds in the kitchen or in rooms To avoid risk of property damage, qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. defrosting. Turning the convection fan on will C A U T I O N where the fumes from the kitchen could reach. Birds personal injury or death; follow W A R N I N G accelerate the natural defrosting of the food have a very sensitive respiratory system. Fumes information in this manual exactly to without the heat. Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD released during an oven self-cleaning cycle may be prevent a fire or explosion. DO NOT W A R N I N G BURN HAZARD store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors result in minor personal injury. harmful or fatal to birds. Fumes released due to The oven door, especially the glass, can All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you and liquids in the vicinity of this or any appliance. overheated , fat, margarine and overheated ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD get hot. Danger of burning: DO NOT N O T I C E how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what non-stick cookware may be equally harmful. DO NOT touch a hot oven light bulb with touch the glass! can happen if the instructions are not followed. a damp cloth as the bulb could break. Avoid any damage to oven vents. The vents need C A U T I O N Should the bulb break, disconnect power to be unobstructed and open to provide proper to the appliance before removing bulb to avoid airflow for optimal oven performance. Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels C A U T I O N W A R N I N G touch the exterior portions of electrical shock. Read and follow all instructions before using this DO NOT the oven after self-cleaning cycle has To avoid sickness and food waste, allow NEVERuse appliance as a to heat or DO NOT appliance to prevent the potential risk of fire, electric defrosted food to remain in the oven for more than warm a room to prevent potential hazard to the user begun, since some parts become N O T I C E shock, personal injury or damage to the appliance as a extremely hot to the touch! two hours. and damage to the appliance. Also, DO NOT use the W A R N I N G result of improper usage of the appliance. Use The Cooling Fan should be operating when the rangetop or oven as a storage area for food or During the first few times the self-cleaning feature appliance only for its intended purpose as described in DO NOT use commercial oven cleaners inside the unit is in operation. If you notice the cooling fan is cooking utensils. is used, there may be some odor and this manual. oven. Use of these cleaners can produce hazardous not operating or you observe unusual or excessive from the “curing” of the binder in the high- C A U T I O N fumes or can damage the porcelain finishes. noise coming from the cooling fan, contact a Viking To ensure proper and safe operation: Appliance must About Your Appliance insulation used in the oven. When the insulation is You must carefully check the food during the Authorized Service Center before continuing thoroughly cured, this odor will disappear. During be properly installed and grounded by a qualified • For proper oven performance and operation, dehydration process to ensure that it does not operation. Failure to do so can result in damage to subsequent self-cleaning cycles, you may sense technician. DO NOT attempt to adjust, repair, service, DO NOT block or obstruct the oven vent catch fire. the oven or surrounding cabinets. an odor characteristic of high temperatures. W A R N I N G or replace any part of your appliance unless it is located on the right side of the air . specifically recommended in this manual. All other • Avoid touching oven vent area while oven is on and KEEP THE KITCHEN WELL-VENTED DURING TIPPING HAZARD servicing should be referred to a qualified servicer. Have for several minutes after oven is turned off. When THE SELF-CLEAN CYCLE. To reduce the risk of the the installer show you the location of the gas shutoff the oven is in use, the vent and surrounding area appliance tipping, it must be valve and how to shut it off in an emergency. become hot enough to cause burns. After oven is secured by a properly installed turned off, DO NOT touch the oven vent or anti-tip bracket(s). To make sure the bracket has surrounding areas until they have had sufficient time been installed properly, look behind the range with C A U T I O N to cool. a flashlight to verify proper installation engaged in the rear top left corner of the range. To prevent possible damage to cabinets and • Other potentially hot surfaces include rangetop, areas facing the rangetop, oven vent, surfaces near • THIS RANGE CAN TIP cabinet finishes, use only materials and finishes • INJURIES TO PERSONS CAN RESULT that will not discolor or delaminate and will the vent opening, oven door, areas around the oven door and oven window. • INSTALL ANTI-TIP DEVICE PACKED WITH withstand temperatures up to 194° F (90° C). Heat RANGE • The misuse of oven doors (e.g. stepping, and moisture resistant adhesive must be used if the • SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS product is to be installed in laminated cabinetry. sitting, or leaning on them) can result in Professional Freestanding Check with your builder or cabinet supplier to make potential hazards and/or injuries. sure that the materials meet these requirements. Dual Fuel Ranges

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