How to Light the Oven & Burner Pilots on a Southbend S Series Range

Southbend’s S Series of ranges are a vital part of your commercial kitchen. With the ability to sear, cook, bake, broil and grill food, it’s the ultimate workhorse—especially when you know how to use it. Learn how to safely light your Southbend S Series range oven and burner with our helpful video guides below.

Lighting the Oven Pilot on a Southbend S Series Range

• Step 1—Turn the thermostat to the OFF position.
• Step 2—Turn off the manifold shutoff.
• Step 3—Open the bottom kickplate.
• Step 4—Turn the gas valve to PILOT and depress the knob.
• Step 5—Push in the lighter switch.
• Step 6—Turn the knob on the safety valve to the ON position.
• Step 7—Turn on the thermostat.

Lighting the Burner Pilot on a Southbend S Series Range

• Step 1—Turn the manifold to the OFF position.
• Step 2—Remove the grate and light the burner.
• Step 3—Examine the pilot carefully to make sure it’s fully lit.

If the pilot still won’t light either the oven or the burner, contact an authorized technician to troubleshoot the issue or repair.

Please contact a local authorized service agent who can help with these specific units and all your commercial kitchen equipment needs.