IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. ,_ WARNING: iftheinformation in this manual...
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GEAppliunces.com A WARNING! IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Neverwear loose-fitting or hanging garments Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path while using the appliance. Becareful when and out of drafty locations to prevent poor air circulation. reachingfor items stored in cabinets over the range.Flammable material could be ignited Be sure all packaging materials are removed if brought in contact with flame or hot oven...
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GEAppliunces.com A WARNING! SURFACEBURNERS Use proper pan size-avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. To avoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly. This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food, since heavy spattering or spillovers left on range can ignite.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. COOK MEATAND POULTRYTHOROUGHLY... Cook meat and poultry thoroughly-meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of l60°F and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of l80°K Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodbome illness.
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GEAppliances.com ELECTRIC WARMING DRAWER Ion some models) The purpose of the worming drawer i Do not touch the heating element or the is to hold hot cooked foods at serving interior surface of the warming drawer. temperature. Always start with hot food; These surfaces may be hot enough to burn.
Using the gas surface burners. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting a Gas Burner Drip pans are supplied with your range; Do not operate the burner for an extended they should be used at all times.
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€ GEAppliances.com Top-of-Range Cookware € Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware Glass: There are two types of glass is recommended because it heats quickly cookware-those for oven use only and those and evenly. Most foods brown evenly in for top-of-range cooking (saucepans, coffee an aluminum skillet.
Using the ovencontrols. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Coot:s en Contrails ["Kltche n_ ["-Cioc k-"_ k_Tim k2..LJ Temp Recall On / Off ('_-Oven-_ ['c-o°: i n g_ [r st_ rt-"_ k TimeJkTimeJ OvenControl,Clockand TimerFeaturesand Settings (onsome models) Kitchen Timer On/Off Pad Bake/Temp Recall Pad...
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€ GEAppliances.com € Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings onsome mo e s; € Clear/Off Pad Automatic Oven Light some models) € This lights anytime the oven has been Touch this pad to cancel ALL oven operations programmed using the Cooking Time except the clock and timer.
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Using the oven. To avoid possible burns, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before begin... The racks have stop-locks, so that when To remove a rack, pull it toward you, placed correctly on the rack supports tilt the front end up and pull it out.
Using the upper oven. GEAppliances.com do not lock the oven door with the latch during baking or roasting. The latch is used Ifyour model has a door latch, € for self-cleaning only. How to Set the Upper Oven for Baking or Roasting Your oven is not designed for open-door To change the oven temperature...
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Using the oven. Do not lock the oven door with the latch during broiling. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. How to Set the Oven for Broiling NOTE: On models with on OVEN TEMP knob, turn Touch the Start/On pad. it to BROIL.
Usingthe clock and timer, some mode s GEAppliances.com Not all features are on all models. € To Set the Clock ¸ The clock must be set to the correct time Touch the Start/On pad until the time of day for the automatic oven timing of day shows in the display.
Usingthe clock and timer, some mode s Not all features are on all models. To Reset the Timer If the display is still showing the time If the remaining time is not in the display remaining, you may change it by touching (clock, start time or cooking time are in the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad and then the display),recall the remaining time by...
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Using the timed baking and masting features.Ion some mo e/sI 6EA U once,.com Do not lock the oven door with the latch during timed cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. NOTE: Foods that spoil easily-such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork-should not be allowed to sit for more than 1 hour before or after cooking.
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Special features of your oven control. Your new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use. The following are the features and how you may activate them. The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day. They remain in the control's memory until the steps are repeated.
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"'-using the Sabbath feature, some mode/s (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) GEAppliances.com < The Sabbath feature can be used for baking/roasting only. It cannot be used for broiling, self-cleaning or delay start cooking. NOTE: The oven light comes on automatically (on some models) when the door is opened and goes off when the door is closed.
€11 "'-using the Sabbath feature. _on some mode/s; (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) How to Exit the Sabbath Feature €11 f-aoor_ Tap the Clock pad until ON or OFFappears J-_ Touch the Clear/Offpad. L o_J in the display. ON indicates that the oven will automatically turn off after 12 hours.OFF If the oven is cooking, wait for a random •...
€ the oven thermostat--Do it yourselff Adjust GEAppliances.com You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to € become more familiar with it. Ifyou still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself.
Using the warming drawer. Control Knob (on models equipped with o knob) Pushand turn the control knob to any desired On Signal Light setting. The On signal light is located above NOTE:The warming drawer should not the control knob and glows when the knob be used during a self-clean cycle.
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GEAppliances.com Temperature Selection Chart € To keep several different foods hot, set the control to the food needing the highest setting. The temperature, type and amount of food, FoodType Control Setting and the time held will affect the quality of Bacon the food.
Using the self-cleaning oven. Never force the latch handle. Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism. The oven door must be closed and oil controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly. Before a Clean Cycle For the first self-clean cycle,we recommend Do not clean the gasket.
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€ GEAppliances.com The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly. € How to Delay the Start of Cleaning (on some models) You can set the oven control to delay-start Change the Start Time by touching the + or - (-- Se°lf---, €...
Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. A WARNING: _fyour range isremoved for c leaning, se_icing orany r eason, be sure the anti-tip device is reengaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury.
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GEAppliances.com Twin Burner Standard Assemblies (on some models) Formore stubborn stains, use a cleanser like For cleaning information on sealed burners, Soft Scrub®brand or Ban AmP brand. Rinse Grate see section below. Sealed burner cooktops well to remove any traces of the cleanser do not lift up.
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Care and cleaning of the range. Burner Caps and Heads Replacement NOTE:Before removing the burner caps Replaceburner heads over the electrodes and heads, remember their size and location. Replace them in the same on the cooktop, in the correct locations according to their size.
GEAppliances.com Cooktop Surface To avoid damaging the porcelain-enamel NOTE:Do not store flammable materials surface of the cooktop and to prevent it in on oven or near the cooktop. Do not from becoming dull, clean up spills right store or use combustible materials, away.
Care and cleaning of the range. Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable, but it is heavy. iii,The area outside the gasket can be You may need help removing and replacing cleaned with a soap-filled scouring pad. the door. To clean the outside of the door: To remove the door, open it a few inches iii, Use soap and water to thoroughly clean...
GEAppliances.com Removable Kick Panel (on some models) The kick panel may be removed for cleaning under the range. To remove: Liftup the bottom of the panel slightly to disengage the panel from the tabs at the base of the range. Pullthe bottom of the panel forward until the spring clips are released at the top of the panel.
Care and cleaning of the range. Lower Control Panel (Front Manifold Panel) and Knobs It'sa good idea to wipe the control panel The control knobs may be removed for easier after each use of the oven. Use a damp cloth cleaning.
Installation Instructions Range I If you have questions, call ].800.GE.CARES at: GEAppliances.com visit our Website In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: FOR YOUR SAFETY • This product must be installed by a licensed plumber Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or or gas fitter.
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Installation Instructions Avoid plocing cobinets obove the ronge. To reduce A WARNING! the hozord coused by reoching over the open flomes of operoting burners, instoll o ventilotion hood over the INSTALLATIONSAFETY ronge thot projects forword ot leost 5" beyond the front INSTRUCTIONS of the cobinets.
Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be adjusted to meet specific requirements.
Installation Instructions A WARNING! LOCATION ANTI-TIP DEVICE Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts. Any openings in the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed. Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork.
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Installation Instructions CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS m PROVIDE ADEQUATE GAS SUPPLY Shut offthe main gas supply valve before disconnecting Your range is designed to operate at a pressure of 4" the old range and leave it off until the new hookup has of water column on natural gas or, if designed for LP gas been completed.
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Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS (for Burners) models with Sealed This areaallows for flush range installation with through-the-wall connectionof pipe stub/shut-off valve and rearwall 120Voutlet. Sho_estconnectionfrom hardpipe stub location to rangehookup. This areaallows for flush rangeinstallation with through-the-floor connectionof pipe stub/shut-offvalve.
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Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Installer: Inform 1/2" or 3/4" shut-off the consumerof the location ofthe gas Gaspipe _[.,_ valve shut-offvalve. RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Alternate Hookup _X_. Adapter 45°...
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Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners) Pressure regulator Manifoldpipe "_'-_ Adapter Flexconnector Installer: Inform (6 ft. max.) the consumer of the location of the gas Adapter shut-off valve. 1/2" or3/4" Gaspipe__ Gasshut-offvalve RIGID PIPE HOOKUP (for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners) Pressure regulator Manifoldpipe __...
Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT.) Electrical Requirements A. Usage Situations Where Appliance Power Cord Will Be Disconnected Infrequently. 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15-amp or 20-amp circuit breaker An adapter may be used only on a 15-amp circuit. or time-delay fuse.
Installation Instructions CHECK IGNITION OF SURFACE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT.) BURNERS B. Usage Situations Where Appliance Power Cord Will Be Disconnected Frequently. Operationof all cooktopand ovenburnersshouldbe checked after the range and gas supply lineshave beencarefully Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because checkedfor leaks.
Installation Instructions I-]-] ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER I-]-I ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS IF NECESSARY IF NECESSARY (CONT.) Air adjustment shutters for the top and bottom burners regulate the flow of air to the flames. Ovenbottom To remove the oven bottom: A.
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE (CONT.} WARNING! Wallboard Backof range • Range must be secured with an approved Anti-Tip device. • Unless properly installed, the range could be tipped by you or a child standing, sitting or leaning on Woodscrew an open door.
Before you call for service... GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money/. Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Possible Causes What To Do Top burners do notlight Plug on range is not completely * Hake sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly inserted in the electrical outlet.
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Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Possible Causes What To Do Food does not bake Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the oven section. or roast properly Rack position is incorrect. • See the Using the oven section. Incorrect cookware or cookware •...
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GEAppliances.com Possible Causes What To Do Excessive soil. Excessivesmoking • On models with touch pads, touch the Clear/Off pad. On models with an OVENTEMPknob, turn itto OFF. Open the windows to rid the room of smoke. Wait until the SELFCLEANlight goes off. Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle.
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Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Possible Causes What To Do Display goes blank A fuse in your home may be • Replacethe fuse or reset the circuit breaker. (onsomemodels) blown or the circuit breaker tripped. The clock is turned off so that it •...
** TheXL pan does not fit in 24" wall ovens, 27" drop-ins or 20"/24" ranges. To place your order, call 800.626.2002 (U.S.), 800.661.1616 (Canada) or mail this form to: In the U.$.: GEParts, RO.Box 221027, Memphis, TN 38122-1027. In Canada: GE Parts, 1 Factory Lane,Moncton, N.B.EIC 9M3 Broiler Pan Order Form...
USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service.
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Service trips to your home to teach you how to use Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. the product. Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible...
Contact Us GEAppliances.com In the U.S.: If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE,contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GEAppliances, Appliance Park Louisville,KY40225 In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to: Director, Consumer Relations,IVlabeCanada Inc.