Removing Force 10 Stove/Oven

RobMcClain

RobMcClain

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Location
PNW
Fluid Motion Model
C-30 S
Hull Identification Number
FML30C02J122
Vessel Name
Freedom 3.0
MMSI Number
368238480
I have a Cutwater 30 equipped with the Force 10 propane stove & oven. I need to remove the unit briefly to access the area behind it. Has anyone done this, and if so any words of wisdom to provide?? I need to replace the propane sensor that is in the cabinet under the oven and I cannot access the wiring harness as the wires to the sensor are secured in some manner. I’ve been advised by the factory to remove the stove/oven, and that doing so will provide the needed access. I’ve also been told it is a relatively easy job, just one that requires cautious methodical hands. I just curious if anyone has done this?

Rob
 
Rob--I've got a Ranger Tug 27 with a Force 10...I bet they come out the same way.....On mine, there are 4 screws just inside the door....Open the door and the 4 screws are recessed a bit but very visible and easy to get to......Two on each side.....I took mine out recently to replace the AA battery for the spark...It's really a 5 min job to pull the stove...While in there, replace the AA battery also.....Crazy to have to pull the stove for these rtn maint items.........
 
I’ve seen the screws you are describing. Sounds like a job I can do! Thanks….
 
RobMcClain said:
I’ve seen the screws you are describing. Sounds like a job I can do! Thanks….
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Can someone post a picture of what these screw look like and where they're located as I don't see anything matching on my unit.

Cheers
Xavier
 
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I tried to remove my Force10 to replace the battery, but after removing the 4 screws (2 on each side), I could not move the stove/oven. I gave up 🙁

venajeff, when you removed the 4 screws, how did you remove the unit? pulling up? pulling to the front? I could not move a single milimiter. It feels like the unit was still attached with other "hidden screws".
 
When I pulled mine on a C30, once the 2 screws on each side were removed the unit came out. I do remember I had to try to lift and wiggle it a bit simply to break the seal that had been created over time. There was no caulk and no other screws in my situation, the stove/over just stuck to the countertop. As I’m typing this I also recall a support piece of wood I believe on each side of the stovetop. They were simply there for support and not attached. They were one reason I had to lift and wiggle the stovetop to loosen and pull it out. Sorry I can’t be more clear regarding the job, but I did it awhile back and don’t have a clear memory of the job.
 
I do remember using the oven handle to move and pull the unit upward. Once loose it then pulled out easily. Surprisingly, I did the job by myself with no need for assistance as the unit is actually pretty lightweight.
 
I have the same oven on an R29 2017. Four square drive screws hold the front, then it slides out. Be careful not to scratch counter top with oven sheet metal overhang. After removing four screws, lift up slightly and slide protective cardboard under oven lip. Then slide oven out.
 
Now i understand why I couldn't find the screws, my install has a gimball (on a sailboat). I figured out there is a tab I need to force down (with my third or fourth hand?) so that I can lift the stove...
 
When I needed to replace the ignitor battery I removed the 4 screws, slid the stove forward and then lifted the front. Was able to do the battery removal with one hand. Not the easiest thing to do, probably would have been easier with a helper.
Those screws were the only thing holding the stove in place.
 
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