UNIQUE 20/24/30 MODELS OFF GRID GAS STOVE – LPG & NG CONVERTIBLE Installation and Owners Manual This manual contains information for: Important Safeguards Installation Use and Care Certain ranges come equipped with special features. Determine from a study of your range which of the instructions given in this booklet pertain to your range. This booklet gives valuable instructions covering the installation, adjustment and use of your range.
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Table of Contents Contents Important Safeguards Energy Saving ideas Installation Instructions Wall Clearances Alignments and Adjustments Page 1 - 7 Page 8 Page 9-11 Page 12 Page 13-21 Operation of Range Page 22 Broiling Page 25 Optional Equipment Page 26-27 Cleaning the Range Page 27 Lift-Off Doors Page 30 How to Gain Access to the Battery Page 31 Trouble Shooting Guide Page 32 Wiring Diagram Page 33 Note: For warranty and service information, please see attachments packaged with range.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Welcome & Congratulations C ongratulations on your purchase of a UNIQUE stove!. We are very proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Please read this manual very carefully. It contains valuable information on how to properly maintain your new gas stove. We know you will enjoy your new stove and Thank You for choosing one of our Unique Gas Products.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 READ ALL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. If you smell gas Open Windows Don’t touch electrical switches Extinguish any open flame Immediately call your gas supplier FOR YOU SAFETY Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. Warnings Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the range is unpacked. Children should not use packaging material for play.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Notice: Never keep pet birds in the kitchen. Birds have a very sensitive respiratory system. Fumes released during the self-cleaning cycle, overheated cooking oil, fat, margarine or overheated non-stick cookware may be harmful or fatal to birds. PROPER INSTALLATION: Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1-latest edition, and the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 USER SERVICING: Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in this owner’s guide. All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician. This will reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the range. Storage in or on appliance: Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven, near surface burners or in the broiler section.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Do not use water or flour on grease fires. Smother the fire with a pan lid, baking soda or use a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher. Operation of the Surface Burners. When the burners are operated for the first time, a small amount of smoke may be generated due to tape residue or manufacturing lubrication. THIS IS NOT DANGEROUS. Operate the burners for about five minutes to rid the burners of this material before cooking. Use only dry potholders.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Know which knob controls each burner. Place a pan of food on the burner before turning it on, and turn the burner off before removing the pan. Always turn to the full LITE position when igniting top burners. Then adjust the flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. Utensil handles should be turned inward and not extend over adjacent surface burners.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Do not place plastic salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the range. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch fire if place too close to the flame. Do not use a wok equipped with a metal ring that extends beyond the burner. Because this ring traps heat, the burner and grate could be damaged. Also, the burner may not work properly, creating a carbon monoxide level above current health standards.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 ENERGY-SAVING IDEAS Surface Cooking Use lids when surface cooking. A lid traps steam and uses it to speed up the cooking process. If you have a pressure cooker or vegetable steamer, use it. You’ll waste fewer vitamins, save time and cut energy costs. Use medium-weight, flat bottomed pans that match the flame size. Choose pans made of metals that conduct heat well. When cooking on a surface burner, use as little water as possible to reduce cooking time.
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U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 GAS CONNECTIONS (All Units) NOTICE TO MASSACHUSETTS APPLIANCE DEALERS: Be sure this document is included in all gas range appliances sold to consumers in the State of Massachusetts. NOTICE: Massachusetts law requires the following: Appliances must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. Appliances must be connected with three (3) foot (36” maximum length) flexible gas connector and A “T” handle type manual gas valve in the gas supply line to the appliance.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 the factory to leak, due to vibration encountered in transportation. Make certain you have checked them all, and repair any connections that leak. The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of ½ psig.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 ALIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENTS Installation It is the responsibility of the installer to make certain that the range is properly adjusted at the time of installation. Situations caused by improper adjustments or improper installation are not covered under the warranty. Any expenses incurred due to such situations will not be paid by the manufacturer of the appliance.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 To Convert and/or Adjust 1. Convertible Pressure Regulator The inlet pressure of the gas supply shall be in accordance with the nominal inlet pressure of the regulator used on the range or 1/2 psig maximum. The range should be tested by pressurizing the regulator with an inlet pressure at least 1 inch water column above the manufacturer's specified manifold pressure shown on the serial plate. The range will be equipped with one of the two types of regulators shown.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Note: What you read on the converter cap or plunger is the type of gas for which the regulator is set. If yours reads NAT, the regulator is set for natural gas. If yours reads LP, the regulator is set for LP. 2. Top Pilots (Gas) The top burner pilots can be adjusted by a screw located on the pilot filter attached on the rear face of the manifold pipe. Adjust the pilot flame until there is only a slight tip of yellow on the flame. Pilots are constant burning.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 the other. DO NOT DISCARD THE UNUSED ORIFICES. They should be saved in order to convert the range back to its original fuel. When converting the gas valves, the minimum flame adjustment screw must be adjusted through the center of the valve stem. You will need a 3/32” flat blade screw driver to make this adjustment. Hold the valve stem and turn the adjustment screw until the proper flame of approximately 1/8” is obtained.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 In the event of a power failure, the top burners can be lit by holding a lighted match near the burner head and turning the appropriate top burner knob to the “LITE” position. Top Burner Height Make sure the top burners are properly positioned. The top of the burner head should be level with the surface of the main top. To check, lay a straight edge such as a 12-inch ruler across the burner bowl opening.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Oven Pilot The oven pilot is located along the left hand side of the oven burner. It is fastened under the flame safety probe. The flame of the oven pilot ignites main burner gas when the oven is turned on. If the pilot flame is not present, the flame safety device will not allow pilot gas or main burner gas to flow. Pilot flame size is set by the adjustment screw located along the side of the thermostat.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 electrodes included) at a rate of approximately 2 pulses per second. While pressing the knob, gas will be introduced at the oven pilot to be lit for use as an oven ignitor. If you are using the oven for the first time or the oven has not been used in several days, it may take multiple attempts to successfully light the “STANDBY” ignitor pilot. If the ignitor pilot will not stay lit after 5 attempts, contact an authorized service technician.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 It is essential to maintain the gas pressure constantly at 10 inches water column pressure for ranges set for LP Gas; and 4'' water column pressure for ranges set for Natural Gas to get proper pilot performance. Note: Burner rates specified on the rating plate of your range apply for elevations up to 2,000 feet above sea level. For locations where altitudes are higher than 2,000 feet above sea level the b.t.u.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Open broiler door. Oven pilot is located on the left side of the oven burner at the back of the burner. Hold a lighted match and reach through the broiler compartment to the oven pilot. While holding the lighted match near the tip of the pilot assembly, turn the oven control dial to an ON position. Immediately remove your hand from the broiler compartment after the pilot gas ignites.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Oven burner flame can be checked as follows (without burner baffle in place): To correct a yellow flame-Increase size of air shutter opening. To correct a lifting, but distinct, blue flame - Decrease size of air shutter opening. The air shutter should be set approximately 2/3 open for natural gas, and approximately full open on LP gas. The oven burner air shutter adjustment is the same on ranges with a gas pilot or electric ignition.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Preheating Heat the oven to the desired temperature before placing the food in the oven. Preheat for 10 to 12 minutes. Opening Oven Door Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food. Arranging Oven Racks The oven racks should be arranged before the oven is turned "ON." Place the racks so the food is centered in the oven.. Temperature Selection It is important to select to proper temperature setting.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 When broiling fatty meats, the lowest broil must be used, however, we recommend the lowest position at all times. Always broil with the oven door closed. When broiling is completed, turn the oven control knob to the “OFF” position and remove the broil pan temporarily for cleaning. DO NOT USE THE BROILER AREA FOR STORAGE OF UTENSILS. Oven Racks The oven racks should be arranged before the oven knob is turned to an “ON” position.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish. To make cleaning easier, protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers. This is particularly important when baking a fruit pie or other foods with high acid content. Hot fruit fillings or foods that are acidic in content, such as milk, tomato or sauerkraut, and sauces with vinegar or lemon juice, may cause pitting and damage to the porcelain enamel surface.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 BROILING Preheat the broiler area and broil pan for a few minutes. No definite time can be given for broiling meats because of varying thickness, amounts of fat, and personal taste. Be careful when handling hot broiler pans; be careful of the hot grease. Serious injury can result due to spillage of hot grease. Never leave a dirty broil pan in place, always clean it and return it to the broiler assembly. Unauthorized broil pan substitutes should never be used.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Note: Over a period of time, wear marks may appear on the embossed rack supports. This is normal and results from sliding the oven racks in and out of the oven. Wear marks will not interfere with the overall cleaning action of the oven. CLEANING THE RANGE Always keep cleaning materials and chemicals in a safe place and away from children. Know what you are using. Make sure all parts of the range are COOL before cleaning. Be sure to replace the parts correctly.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 When removing the burner head/s, the ignitor wire must be disconnected and secured in some fashion, paper clip, tape, etc., to keep it from falling through the access hole in the main top. Never immerse the ignitor in water. This can cause ignition problems. Clean the burner head with a non-abrasive soap filled scouring pad, rinse thoroughly and dry completely before reassembling.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 Aluminum Foil in Oven and Broiler Aluminium foil when used improperly is a cause of many range fires. Make certain that vents or air openings aren’t covered by the foil. If the vents located along the sides of the oven bottom are blocked, poor cooking will result. Never cover a rack completely. A piece of foil slightly larger than the utensil can be placed on the rack beneath the utensil. Remove and discard aluminum foil after each use.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 of visible moisture on the range. The amount of moisture will depend upon the humidity of the air and water content of the food being cooked. Fogging and even dripping water will usually occur in geographic locations of high humidity. LIFT-OFF DOORS Lift-Off Oven Door (on some models) The oven door is removable (on some models) but it is heavy. You may need help removing and replacing the door. To remove the door, open it to the full open position.
U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 HOW TO GAIN ACCESSTO THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT Gaining access to the battery compartment: 1. Locate the kick plate at the front , bottom of the stove 2. At the far upper left and upper right of the kick plate you will see a self tapping screw, remove each of these screws. 3. Pull away the kick plate, you now have access to the battery compartment How to change the 9 volt battery 1. Locate the battery holder which is fastened to the bottom right side of the stove 2.
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U N I Q U E 2 0 / 2 4 / 3 0 UNIQUE UGP 20/24/30 Stoves 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY* Unique Gas Products Ltd. warrants that this UNIQUE stove is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal usage and service under the following terms: Parts Warranty This appliance has been designed for domestic household use.
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