MAYTAG W11638921 Freestanding Gas Range User Guide

: September 13, 2024
: Maytag

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MAYTAG W11638921 Freestanding Gas Range
Specifications:

MAYTAG W11638921 Freestanding Gas Range

Product Information

Specifications:

Product Type: Freestanding Gas Range
Functions: Bake, Broil, Self Clean, Air Fry, Air Baking
Control Type: Keypad
Timer: Yes
Light: Oven cavity light
Additional Features: Cooking start, Temperature and time adjust, Timed Cooking, Delayed start

Product Usage Instructions

Baking Function:

Press Bake on the keypad.
Use the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypads to set the desired temperature.
Press the START keypad to begin baking.
To adjust temperature, repeat Step 2 and press START again.
Press CANCEL when finished.

Broiling Function:

Press Broil on the keypad.
Adjust the temperature using the Temp/Time keypads.
Press START to initiate broiling.
Preheat the oven if needed and place the cookware inside.
To change temperature, repeat Step 2 and press START.
Press CANCEL to end the process.

Air Fry Function:

Place food in the oven cavity directly.
Press Air Fry on the keypad.
Enter the desired temperature using the number keypad.
Press START to begin air frying.
To adjust temperature, repeat Step 3 and press START.
Press CANCEL when air frying is complete.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What should I do if a tone sounds during temperature adjustment?
A: If a tone sounds, it indicates that the entered temperature is either too low or too high. Adjust it within the acceptable range.
Q: How do I know when to preheat the oven?
A: Preheat the oven for five minutes unless otherwise specified in a recipe or user manual.
Q: What happens if I leave the oven door open for an extended period?
A: If the oven door remains open for too long, the heating elements will shut off until the door is closed to ensure safety and energy efficiency.

Freestanding Gas Range Control Guide FEATURE GUIDE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your appliance’s Owner’s Manual, before operating this appliance.
This manual covers several models. Your model may have some or all of the items listed. Refer to this manual or Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of our website at www.maytag.com/owners for more detailed instructions. In Canada, reference the Customer Service section at www.maytag.ca/owners.

WARNING:

Food Poisoning Hazard

Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.

KEYPAD	FEATURE	INSTRUCTIONS
START	Cooking start	The START keypad begins any oven

Bake Baking and roasting

Press Bake.
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad until desired temperature is reached. A tone will sound if the minimum or maximum temperature is reached.
Press the START keypad.
To change the temperature, repeat Step 2. Press the START keypad.
Press the CANCEL keypad when finished.
NOTE: The fan will shut off when the oven door is opened. If the oven door remains open
for too long, the heating elements will shut off until the oven door is closed. All timers,
including any active Cook Time or Timed Cook functions, will continue to count down.

KEYPAD FEATURE INSTRUCTIONS

Surface Temperatures
When the range is in use, all range surfaces may become hot, such as the knobs and oven door.

Storage Drawer
When the oven is in use, the drawer may become hot. Do not store plastics, cloth, or other items that could melt or burn in the drawer.

Oven Vent
The oven vent releases hot air and moisture from the oven, and should not be blocked or covered. Do not set plastics, paper, or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent.

Surface Burners

A. Burner cap
B. Burner base
C. Alignment pins
D. Igniter
E. Gas tube opening

NOTE: The oval burner base is permanently attached to the burner cap.

IMPORTANT : Do not obstruct the flow of combustion
and ventilation air around the burner grate edges. Burner cap: Always keep the burner cap in place when using a surface burner. A clean burner cap will help avoid poor ignition and uneven flames. Always clean the burner cap after a spillover and routinely remove and clean the caps according to the “General Cleaning” section.
Alignment: Be sure to align the gas tube opening in the burner base with the orifice holder on the cooktop and the igniter electrode with the notch in the burner base.

Gas tube opening : Gas must flow freely throughout the gas tube opening for the burner to light properly. Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents, or any other material to enter the gas tube opening. Keep spillovers out of the gas tube opening by always using a burner cap.

A. 1-11/2″ (2.5-3.8 cm)
B. Burner ports

Burner ports: Check burner flames occasionally for proper size and shape as shown in the previous illustration. A good flame is blue in color, not yellow. Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents, or any other material to enter the burner ports.

To Clean:
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are OFF and the cooktop is cool. Do not use oven cleaners, bleach, or rust removers.

Remove the burner cap and the burner base, and clean according to “General Cleaning” section in the Owner’s Manual.
Clean the gas tube opening with a damp cloth.
Clean clogged burner ports with a straight pin as shown.
- Do not enlarge or distort the port. Do not use a wooden toothpick. If the burner needs to be adjusted, contact a trained repair specialist.
Replace the burner base. Each round burner base is marked with a letter indicating the burner size. See the following illustration for burner positions.
- A. Large (Rapid)
- B. Large (Rapid)
- C. Oval (OV)
- D. Small (Auxiliary)
- E. Large (Ultra Rapid)
Replace the burner cap, making sure the alignment pins are properly aligned with the burner cap.
- A. Incorrect
- B. Correct
Place the burner caps on the appropriate burner bases.
IMPORTANT: The bottom of the small and medium caps are different. Do not put the wrong size burner cap on the burner base.
Turn on the burner. If the burner does not light, check cap alignment. If the burner still does not light, do not service the sealed burner yourself. Contact a trained repair specialist.

Grates

The grates must be properly positioned before cooking. In the proper position, the grates should be flush and level. Improper installation of the grates may result in chipping or scratching of the cooktop.
To ensure proper positioning, align the slot left grate with the center oven vent cover on the cooktop. Repeat with the right grate. Ensure that the grates are between the locating features in the cooktop front to back.
A. Center oven vent cover
B. Slots on grate
A. Center oven vent cover
B. Slots on grate

Although the burner grates are durable, they will gradually lose their shine and/or discolor due to the high temperatures of the gas flame.

Cookware
IMPORTANT : Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides and a well-fitting lid, and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness.

Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop or grates/coils. Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used as a base they can leave permanent marks on the surfaces.

Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has the same characteristics as its base material. For example, aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the properties of aluminum.

Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the broiler.
Check for flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, no space or light should be visible between it and the cookware. Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics.

Cookware Characteristics

For best results, the cookware should be centered above the burner with the bottom sitting level on the grate. The flame should be adjusted so that it does not extend up the sides of the pan. Home Canning

When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.

Center the canner on the grate above the burner.
Do not place canner on 2 surface burners at the same time.
For more information, contact your local agricultural extension office or refer to published home canning guides. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance.

Oven Use

The normal operation of the range will include several noises that may be heard each time the Bake or Broil burners ignite during the cooking cycle:

Gas valves may make a “popping” sound when opening or closing.
Igniters will “click” several times until a flame is sensed.
A “poof” sound is heard when a bake or broil burner ignites.

Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few times or when it is heavily soiled.
IMPORTANT : The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and
well-ventilated room.
NOTE : On some models: The fan will shut off when the oven door is opened. If the oven door remains open for too long, the heating elements will shut off until the oven door is closed. All timers, including any active Cook Time or Timed Cook functions, will continue to count down.

Electronic Oven Controls

Control Display
The display will flash when powered up or after a power loss. Press the CANCEL keypad to clear. When the oven is not in use, the time of day is displayed.
Fahrenheit and Celsius

The temperature is preset to Fahrenheit but can be changed to Celsius.
To change: Press and hold the Temp/Time up arrow keypad for 5 seconds. “°C” or “°F” will appear on the display. Repeat to change back.
To exit mode, press the CANCEL keypad.

Keypress Tones

Activates or turns off the tones when a keypad is pressed.
To change: Press and hold Light for 5 seconds. Repeat to change back.
To exit mode, press the CANCEL keypad.

Demo Mode
IMPORTANT: This feature is intended for use on the sales floor with 120 V power connection and permits the control features to be demonstrated without the oven turning on. If this feature is activated, the oven will not work.
To change: Press the CANCEL keypad, the CANCEL keypad, the Temp/Time up arrow keypad, and Timer Set/Off. Repeat to change back and end Demo mode.

Oven Temperature Offset Control

IMPORTANT: Do not use a thermometer to measure oven temperature. Elements will cycle on and off as needed to provide consistent temperature, but they may run slightly hot or cool at any point in time due to this cycling. Most thermometers are slow to react to temperature change and will not provide an accurate reading due to this cycling.
The oven provides accurate temperatures; however, it may cook faster or slower than your previous oven, so the temperature can be adjusted to personalize it for your cooking needs. It can be changed in Fahrenheit or Celsius.

To Adjust Oven Temperature:

Press and hold the Temp/Time down arrow keypad for 5 seconds until the oven display shows the current setting, for example “0°F CAL” or “00.”
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to increase or decrease the temperature in 5°F (3°C) amounts. The adjustment can be set between 30°F (18°C) and – 30°F (-18°C).
Press the START keypad.

Sabbath Mode

For guidance on usage and a complete list of models with Sabbath mode, visit www.star-k.org.
The Sabbath mode sets the oven to remain on in a Bake setting until turned off. A Timed Bake can also be set to keep the oven on for only part of the Sabbath. The Oven Control Lockout feature will be disabled during the Sabbath mode. After the Sabbath mode is set, no tones will sound, the display will not show the temperature, the Timer mode will be canceled (if active), and only the following keypads will function:

Temp/Time up and down arrow keypads
CANCEL

When the oven door is opened or closed, the oven light will not turn on or off and the heating elements will not turn on or off immediately. When power is restored after a power failure, the oven will return to Sabbath mode and remain Sabbath compliant with the bake elements off until the CANCEL keypad is pressed.

Pressing the CANCEL keypad at any time returns the oven to the normal cooking mode (not Sabbath compliant). Before entering the Sabbath mode, it must be decided if the oven light is to be on or off for the entire Sabbath mode period. If the light is on when entering Sabbath mode, it will remain on for the entire time Sabbath mode is in use. If the light is off when entering Sabbath mode, it will remain off for the entire time Sabbath mode is in use. Opening the oven door or pressing Light will not affect the oven light once Sabbath mode has been entered.

On the Holiday, the oven temperature can be changed once the oven is in Sabbath mode by pressing the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad. The oven temperature will change 25°F (14°C) each time the Temp/Time up and down arrow keypads are pressed. Press the START keypad to activate the new temperature. The display will not change and there will be no sounds during this adjustment.

To Activate and Bake Using Sabbath Mode:

Press Bake.
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad.
Press the START keypad.
Press and hold Timer Set/Off for 5 seconds. “SAb” will flash in the display.
Press the START keypad while “SAb” is flashing to enter Sabbath mode; otherwise, the entire cycle cancels out. “SAb” will stop flashing and remain on in the display. The oven is now in Sabbath mode and is Sabbath compliant.

Pressing the CANCEL keypad at any time returns the oven to the normal cooking mode (not Sabbath compliant).
NOTE: On some models: If “SAb” does not appear in your display, the Sabbath mode is not active. After Sabbath mode is deactivated, you must activate Sabbath mode by completing steps 1 through 5.

To Set a Timed Bake Using Sabbath Mode (on some models):

Press Bake.
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to enter a temperature other than the one displayed.
Press Cook Time. The Cook Time oven indicator light will light up.
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to enter a cook time length.
Press the START keypad.
Press and hold Timer Set/Off for 5 seconds. “SAb” will flash in the display.
Press the START keypad while “SAb” is flashing to enter Sabbath mode; otherwise, the entire cycle cancels out. “SAb” will stop flashing and remain on in the display. The oven is now in Sabbath mode and is Sabbath compliant. The Bake, On, and Cook Time indicator lights will be displayed.

When the set cook time ends, the oven will shut off automatically and the indicator lights will turn off, indicating the end of the cycle.
Pressing the CANCEL keypad at any time returns the oven to the normal cooking mode (not Sabbath mode compliant).

NOTE: If “SAb” does not appear in your display, the Sabbath mode is not active. After Sabbath mode is deactivated, you must activate Sabbath mode by completing steps 1 through 5.
To Set a Delayed Timed Bake Using Sabbath Mode (on some models):

Press Bake.
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to enter a temperature other than the one displayed.
Press Cook Time. The Cook Time oven indicator light will light up.
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to enter a cook time length.
Press Delay Start. The Delay indicator light will light up.
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to enter a start time.
Press the START keypad.
Press and hold Timer Set/Off for 5 seconds. “SAb” will flash in the display.
Press the START keypad while “SAb” is flashing to enter Sabbath mode; otherwise, the entire cycle cancels out. “SAb” will stop flashing and remain on in the display. The oven is now in Sabbath mode and is Sabbath compliant. The On and Delay indicator lights will be displayed.

When the start time is reached, the Bake, On, and Cook Time indicator lights will automatically turn on. When the set cook time ends, the oven will shut off automatically and the indicator lights will turn off, indicating the end of the cycle. Pressing the CANCEL keypad at any time returns the oven to the normal cooking mode (not Sabbath mode compliant).
NOTE: On some models: If “SAb” does not appear in your display, the Sabbath mode is not active. After Sabbath mode is deactivated, you must activate Sabbath mode by completing steps 1 through 5.

Positioning Racks and Bakeware

Use the following illustration as a guide. Rack Positions

Rack 5: Toasting bread or broiling thin, non-fatty foods
Rack 4: Air fry basket, two-rack baking and broiling
Rack 3: Most baked goods on a cookie sheet, muffin pan, or jelly roll pan; layer cakes; broiling chicken pieces
Rack 2: Pies, casseroles, yeast bread, quick breads, frozen convenience foods, and two-rack baking
Rack 1: Roasting large and small cuts of meat and poultry

Bakeware

To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2″ (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Make sure that no bakeware piece is directly over another.

Multiple Rack Cooking

Two-rack: Use rack positions 2 and 4.

Air Fry Basket
Part of what makes air fryers so efficient at crisping up your food has to do with the perforated basket that is designed for air frying. The air fry basket allows the hot air to circulate thoroughly on the entire surface of the food.
When using the Air Fry feature, position the air fry basket on top of a large baking sheet to collect crumbs, oil, and mitigate smoke. Place the basket and sheet in the rack position 4 of the oven. Refer to Positioning Racks and
Bakeware in the Control Guide or Product Guide for more details. Avoid using more than one basket to avoid uneven cooking.

Baking and Roasting

Preheating

When beginning a Bake cycle, the oven will begin preheating after start is pressed. The oven will take approximately 12 to 15 minutes to reach 350°F (177°C) with all of the oven racks provided with your oven inside the oven cavity. Higher temperatures will take longer to preheat. The preheat cycle rapidly increases the oven temperature. The actual oven temperature will go above your set temperature to offset the heat lost when your oven door is opened to insert food. This ensures that when you place your food in the oven, the oven will begin at the proper
temperature. Insert your food when the preheat tone sounds. Do not open the door during preheat before the tone sounds.

Oven Temperature

While in use, the oven elements will cycle on and off as needed to maintain a consistent temperature, but they may run slightly hot or cool at any point in time due to this cycling. Opening the oven door while in use will release the hot air and cool the oven which could impact the cooking time and performance. It is recommended to use the oven light to monitor cooking progress.

Temperature Management System
The Temperature Management System electronically regulates the oven heat levels during preheat and bake to maintain a precise temperature range for optimal cooking results. The bake and broil elements or burners cycle on and off in intervals. On some models, the fan will run while preheating and may be cycled on and off for short intervals during bake to provide the best results.

This feature is automatically activated when the oven is in use.
Before baking and roasting, position racks according to the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section. When roasting, it is not necessary to wait for the oven preheat cycle to end before putting food in unless it is recommended in the recipe.

Broiling
NOTE : The fan will shut off when the oven door is opened. If the oven door remains open for too long, the heating elements will shut off until the oven door is closed. All timers, including any active Cook Time or Timed Cook functions, will continue to count down.
When broiling, preheat the oven for 5 minutes before putting food in unless recommended otherwise in the recipe. Position food on grid in a broiler pan, then place it in the center of the oven rack.
IMPORTANT : Close the door to ensure proper broiling temperature.
Changing the temperature when broiling allows more precise control when cooking. The lower the broil setting is, the slower the cooking. Thicker cuts and unevenly shaped pieces of meat, fish, and poultry may cook better at lower broil settings. Use racks 4 or 5 for broiling. Refer to the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section for more information. On lower settings, the broil element will cycle on and off to maintain the proper temperature.

For best results, use a broiler pan and grid. It is designed to drain juices and help avoid spatter and smoke. If you would like to purchase a broiler pan, one may be ordered. Please refer to the Quick Start Guide for contact information.

NOTE: Odors and smoke are normal the first few times the oven is used or if the oven is heavily soiled.

Air Frying
While air frying, the heating elements and fan cycle on and off in intervals to maintain the oven temperature while the fan circulates the hot air. Close the oven door to ensure proper temperature.
IMPORTANT : Cooking times, temperatures, and general instructions may vary depending on recipe.

Air frying in a large oven cavity allows for more food to be air fried at one time, longer baking times are to be expected.

When air frying, food should be evenly spaced in an air fry basket in a single layer.
Refer to instructions on packaged food for conventional oven baking regarding air fry time and temperature.
For fresh food recipes with bake times over 30 minutes, a 5-10 minutes preheat is recommended.
For frozen, bone-in, or dense foods with cook times less than 15 minutes, additional time may be required.
It is not recommended to use wet batter when air frying.
For best performance, shake or flip food half-way through bake time. Be sure to close the oven door after removing and inserting the food back to the cavity.
Spray air fry basket with oil to avoid food sticking to basket.

NOTE : Greasy foods may cause smoke during the air fry cycle. Properly using the air fry basket and baking sheet will help to reduce the amount of smoke produced. Maintaining a clean oven and baking sheet will also help reduce the amount of smoke.

Air Cooking

Duting Air cooking cycles the bake burner on and off in intervals while the fan circulates the hot air. This movement of hot air helps maintain a consistent temperature throughout the oven, cooking foods more evenly, crisping surfaces while sealing in moisture, and yielding crustier breads.
IMPORTANT : With air cooking, most foods can be cooked at a lower temperature or at a shorter time. This range automatically reduces the set oven temperature by 25°F (15°C) for air cooking. During air cooking, the bake and broil burners and heating element cycle on and off in intervals to maintain the oven temperature, while the fan circulates the hot air.
NOTE : The fan will turn on approximately 5 minutes into any air cycle.
If the oven door is opened during cooking, the fan will turn off immediately. It will come back on when the oven door is closed.
NOTE: The oven door must be closed for broiling.
Options
Air Bake – Multiple-rack baking or cookies, biscuits, breads, casseroles, tarts, tortes, cakes.
Air Roast – Whole chicken or turkey, vegetables, pork roasts, beef roasts.
Air Broil – Thicker cuts or unevenly shaped pieces of meat, fish or poultry.
Cook Time
To Set a Timed Cook:

Press Bake. The Bake indicator light will light up.
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to enter a temperature other than the one displayed.
Press Cook Time. The Cook Time oven indicator light will light up.
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to enter the length of time to cook.
Press the START keypad. The display will count down the time. When the time ends, the oven will shut off automatically.
Press the CANCEL keypad to clear the display.

To Set a Delayed Timed Cook:

Before setting, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See Clock keypad feature in the Feature Guide section.

Press Bake.
Press the Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to enter a temperature other than the one displayed.
Press Cook Time. The cook time oven indicator light will light up.
Press Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to enter the length of time to cook.
Press Delay Start. The Delay Oven indicator light will light up.
Press Temp/Time up or down arrow keypad to enter the time of day to start.
Press the START keypad.
- When the start time is reached, the oven will automatically turn on. The Temperature and/or Cook Time settings can be changed anytime after the oven turns on by repeating steps 2- 4 and pressing the START keypad. To change to a different delay time, cancel the features and repeat steps 1-7. When the set cook time ends, the oven will shut off automatically.
Press the CANCEL keypad to clear the display.