Owner’s Manual 36” Rangetops 49-85218 05-14 GE
Consumer Information Professional Rangetops Contents Surface Cooking Burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 10 Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Dual-Flame Stacked Burners. . . . . . . . . . 9 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Griddle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remove packaging tape Carefully remove all packaging, foam pads and tape. Write down the model & serial numbers You’ll find them on a label located behind the left burner knob or on the bottom of the rangetop. NOTE: The adhesive must be removed from all parts. It cannot be removed if it is heated. To assure no damage is done to the finish of the product, the safest way to remove the adhesive from packaging tape on new appliances is an application of a household liquid dishwashing detergent.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS :$51,1* SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • 8VH WKLV DSSOLDQFH RQO\ IRU LWV LQWHQGHG XVH as described in this manual. • %H VXUH \RXU DSSOLDQFH LV SURSHUO\ LQVWDOOHG and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the provided installation instructions. • 'R QRW DWWHPSW WR UHSDLU RU UHSODFH DQ\ SDUW RI \RXU UDQJHWRS XQOHVV LW LV VSHFLILFDOO\ UHFRPPHQGHG LQ WKLV PDQXDO All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS :$51,1* SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • 'R QRW XVH ZDWHU RQ JUHDVH ILUHV 1HYHU SLFN XS D IODPLQJ SDQ Turn the controls off. Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a wellfitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher. Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or, if available, by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS :$51,1* SURFACE COOKING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • 1HYHU OHDYH WKH VXUIDFH EXUQHUV XQDWWHQGHG DW KLJK IODPH VHWWLQJV Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire. If the burner flames are smothered by a severe boilover which affects the igniter, unburned gas will escape into the room.
Features of Your Rangetop Professional Rangetops Design information 1 (Not all features are on all models. Appearance may vary.
Rangetop Controls Professional Rangetops Electronic ignition & automatic reignition The rangetop is equipped with electronic ignition which eliminates the need for a standing pilot light. The burners will automatically relight if the flame goes out. All surface burner igniters will spark and make clicking sounds when any burner is turned on. Do not touch any of the burners when igniters are clicking.
Surface Cooking Professional Rangetops How to select flame size Watch the flame, not the knob, as you increase or reduce heat. The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using. FOR SAFE HANDLING OF COOKWARE, NEVER LET THE FLAME EXTEND UP THE SIDES OF THE COOKWARE. Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware will not result in faster heating and could be hazardous. Wok cooking The burner grates are uniquely designed to cook on either side.
Surface Cooking Professional Rangetops Grill safety precautions unattended at any time. (on some models) *UHDVH )ODUH XSV :$51,1* Do not leave the IR grill Occasionally, during grilling, grease drippings can ignite creating minor bursts of flame for a second or two. This is normal when grilling. The grill radiant baffle is designed to catch excess grease, limiting flare-ups. *ULOO &RYHU Remove the cover before lighting the burner. For your safety, the cover must be removed when using the grill.
Surface Cooking Professional Rangetops Grill grates Remove the cover before lighting the IR grill. (on some models) The grill grate is reversible. Place the handle end toward the front of the Rangetop. The grate will change color when subjected to the heat, and as oils cook onto the surface. This is normal and does not affect the cooking performance. The porcelainized cast-iron grill grate does not need to be seasoned.
Surface Cooking Professional Rangetops Griddle safety precautions, leveling (on some models) Griddle flue cover :$51,1* Do not allow the airflow from the griddle flue cover to be obstructed by cookware or towels. Remove the metal cover and the cutting board before turning the griddle on. 7KH JULGGOH DVVHPEO\ VKRXOG QRW EH UHPRYHG IRU FOHDQLQJ Once the unit is in position, the griddle can be leveled. Remove the flue cover by lifting it straight up.
Care and Cleaning Professional Rangetops 7KH EXUQHU FRQVLVWV RI WKUHH SDUWV WKH EXUQHU Dual-flame base, burner head and burner cap. The burner stacked burners head and burner cap can be lifted off, making them easy to clean. &$87,21 DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS IN PLACE. Surface burners should be cleaned routinely, especially after bad spillovers, which could clog the slots and holes in the burner heads. The electrode is located at the rear of each burner.
Care and Cleaning Professional Rangetops Spark igniter and electrodes The electrode of the electronic ignition system is positioned at the rear of the burner base. When cleaning the rangetop, be careful not to snag the igniter with your cleaning cloth. Damage to the igniter could occur. Clean this metal part with an emery board. Be careful not to push in a control knob while cleaning. It could cause the igniter to spark. Make sure that the white ceramic igniters on the rangetop are dry and clean.
Care and Cleaning Professional Rangetops Griddle (on some models) Thoroughly clean the griddle of grease and food particles, using a square-edged metal spatula, while it is still hot. Wipe the griddle with a dry, heavy, coarse cloth to remove any remaining residue and food particles. If the griddle is cleaned with anything other than a dry, heavy, coarse cloth, it will need to be reseasoned. Never flood the hot griddle with cold water. This could cause the griddle to crack or warp.
Care and Cleaning Professional Rangetops Grill grate, frame and baffle (on some models) The IR Grill should be cleaned immediately after each use. 1. Grill Grate &OHDQ WKH *ULOO *UDWH Turn the burner to OFF. Use a barbecue mitt to remove the hot grill grate. Place the grill grate in a basin or sink and scrub with a brass bristle brush. Rinse frequently. The grill grate may also be cleaned in the oven during the self-cleaning cycle, or, it can be cleaned in the dishwasher. 2.
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