Qestion regaring gas stoves
"Sqwertz" > wrote in message
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> On Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:24:34 -0400, Kswck wrote:
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>> "Sqwertz" > wrote in message
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>>> On Wed, 22 Jul 2009 18:48:18 -0400, Kswck wrote:
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>>>> I own a Tappan-about 10 years or so.
>>>> Takes 45-60 minutes to heat up to 350deg. For some reason, setting it
>>>> on
>>>> 450
>>>> then turning it down to 350 is faster. Takes forever to coll down as
>>>> well.
>>>> It has always taken long to heat up/cool down, but seems longer lately.
>>>>
>>>> Is this a problem that would require a service call? Can a tech fix
>>>> this?
>>>> Or
>>>> is it time to scrap the oven?
>>>
>>> Gas or electric?
>>>
>>
>> Oops, sorry. Gas
>
> You did say that, but it was in the subject.
>
> I would suggest cleaning the gas output jets with a wire brush. You
> probably have mineral deposits around the holes that let out the
> gas/flame.
>
> And as someone else mentioned, make sure you have adequate gas
> pressure. usually the gas company will do this for free. While he
> (or she) is there then pump him for info about the stove.
>
> -sw
Thank you
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