Electric Free-Standing, Slide-In, and Drop-In Ranges GEAppliances.com For a Spanish version of this manual, visit our Website at GEAppliances.com. Para consultar una version en español de este manual de instrucciones, visite nuestro sitio de internet GEAppliances.com. Printed in the United States Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Assistance / Accessories . . . . .8 Using The Range Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING Read all safety instructions before using the product. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire, electrical shock, serious injury or death. ANTI-TIP DEVICE WARNING To reduce the risk of tipping the range, the range must be secured by a properly installed anti-tip bracket. See installation instructions shipped with the bracket for complete details before attempting to install. Tip-Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the provided installation instructions. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be transferred to a qualified technician.
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS TO PREVENT INJURY AND FIRE SPREADING Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.
Use care when touching the cooktop. The glass surface of the cooktop will retain heat after the controls have been turned off. Do not cook on a broken cooktop. If glass cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately. Avoid scratching the glass cooktop. The cooktop can be scratched with items such as knives, sharp instruments, rings or other jewelry, and rivets on clothing.
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING SELF-CLEANING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The self-cleaning feature operates the oven at temperatures high enough to burn away food soils in the oven. Follow these instructions for safe operation. amount of grease may ignite leading to smoke Do not touch oven surfaces during self-clean damage to your home. operation. Keep children away from the oven during self-cleaning.
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WARNING FIRE HAZARD: Never leave the range unattended with the cooktop on medium or high settings. Keep flammable items away from the cooktop. Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, serious injury or death. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. How to Set Push the knob in and turn in either direction to the setting you want.
USING THE RANGE: Surface Units 10 Surface Units (Cont.) Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Using the Bridge Zone (on some models) To use the bridge zone, adjust the knobs for the Left rear and Left front elements to create one large area for even cooking. Models with a bridge Zone only. Using the Warming Zone WARNING FOOD POISON HAZARD: Bacteria may grow in food at temperatures below 140°F. Always start with hot food. Do not use warm setting to heat cold food.
Home Canning Tips Be sure the canner is centered over the surface unit. Make sure the canner is flat on the bottom. To prevent burns from steam or heat, use caution when canning. Use recipes and procedures from reputable sources. These are available from manufacturers such as Ball® and Kerr® and the Department of Agriculture Extension Service. Flat-bottomed canners are recommended. Use of water bath canners with rippled bottoms may extend the time required to bring the water to a boil.
USING THE RANGE: Cookware for Radiant Glass Cooktop Cookware for Radiant Glass Cooktop The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops. Stainless Steel: Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron: Aluminum: Porcelain Enamel on Steel: heavy weight recommended not recommended Good conductivity. Aluminum residues sometimes appear as scratches on the cooktop but can be removed if cleaned immediately.
2 10 8 5 4 6 6 1 3 12 1. Convection Cooking Modes: Convection cooking modes use increased air circulation to improve performance. The type of benefit depends on the mode. Your oven has the following convection cooking modes: Convection Bake and Convection Roast. See the Cooking Modes section for more information. 2. Traditional Cooking Modes: Your oven has the following traditional cooking modes: Bake, Broil Hi/ Lo, and Warm. See the Cooking Modes section for more information. 3.
USING THE RANGE: Special Features Special Features There are several different special features on your range. To change the settings of these special features, press the BAKE and BROIL pads at the same time and hold for three seconds. "SF" will appear in the display. Select the feature you want to change. When the change has been made, press the START key to save the change and return to the time of day.
Recommended rack positions for various types of foods are provided in the Cooking Guide. Adjusting rack position is one way to impact cooking results. For example, if you would prefer darker tops on cakes, muffins, or cookies, try moving food one rack position higher. If you find foods are too brown on top try moving them down next time. When baking with multiple pans and on multiple racks, ensure there is at least 1½" between pans to allow sufficient space for air to flow.
USING THE RANGE: Oven Racks / Cookware 16 Oven Racks CAUTION: Never place cooking utensils, pizza or baking stones, aluminum foil or any other items on the oven floor. There is a heating element beneath the oven floor. Placing items on the oven floor may cause the oven to overheat, resulting in damage to the oven and risk of damage or fire to cabinets. Aluminum Foil Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottoms. The foil will trap heat below and upset the performance of the oven.
Your new oven has a variety of cooking modes to help you get the best results. These modes are described below. Refer to the Cooking Guide section for recommendations for specific foods. Remember, your new oven may perform differently than the oven it is replacing. Baking and Roasting Modes Broiling Modes Select a mode for baking and roasting based on the type and quantity of food you are preparing. When preparing baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and pastries always preheat the oven first.
USING THE RANGE: Cooking Guide Cooking Guide RECOMMENDED MODE(S) RECOMMENDED RACK POSITION(S) ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS Layer Cakes, sheet cakes, bundt cakes, muffins, quick breads on a Single Rack Bake 4 Use shiny cookware. Layer cakes* on Multiple Racks Bake 3 and 5 Ensure adequate airflow (see illustration below). Chiffon cakes (angel food) Bake 1 Use shiny cookware. Cookies, biscuits, scones on a Single Rack Bake 4 Use shiny cookware.
When Using the Warming Drawer The warming drawer will keep hot, cooked foods warm. Always start with hot food. Do not use to heat cold food other than crisping crackers, chips or dry cereal. Do not line the warming drawer or pan with aluminum foil. Foil is an excellent heat insulator and will trap heat beneath it. This will upset the performance of the drawer and could damage the interior finish. Allow approximately 25 minutes for the warming drawer to preheat.
CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning the Range – Exterior Cleaning the Range – Exterior Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. WARNING If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, 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 can result in death or serious burns to children or adults.
The interior of your new oven can be cleaned manually or by using Steam Clean or Self Clean modes. Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately. Let hot surfaces cool, then clean and rinse. Manual Cleaning Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive cleaners, strong liquid cleansers, steel wool, scouring pads, or cleaning powders on the interior of the oven.
CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning the Glass Cooktop 22 Cleaning the Glass Cooktop Normal Daily Use Cleaning ONLY use CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the glass cooktop. Other creams may not be as effective. To maintain and protect the surface of your glass cooktop, follow these steps: 1. Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it with CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner. This helps protect the top and makes cleanup easier. 2.
Metal Marks and Scratches 1. Be careful not to slide pots and pans across your cooktop. It will leave metal markings on the cooktop surface. These marks are removable using the CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner with the CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops. 2. If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum or copper are allowed to boil dry, the overlay may leave black discoloration on the cooktop. This should be removed immediately before heating again or the discoloration may be permanent.
CARE AND CLEANING: Maintenance Maintenance WARNING SHOCK OR BURN HAZARD: Before replacing oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or burn. CAUTION BURN HAZARD: The glass cover and bulb should be removed when cool. Touching hot glass with bare hands or a damp cloth can cause burns. Oven Light Replacement (on some models) Receptacle Socket To remove: 1.
Lift-Off Oven Door The door is very heavy. Be careful when removing and lifting the door. Do not lift the door by the handle. To remove the door: 1. Fully open the door. 2. Pull the hinge locks down toward the door frame, to the unlocked position. A tool, such as a small flatblade screwdriver, may be required. 3. Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top. 4. Close door to the door removal position. The door should be open approximately 3" with no obstruction above the door. 5.
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Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Cause What To Do Surface units will not maintain a rolling boil or cooking is not fast enough Improper cookware being used. Use pans which are flat and match the diameter of the surface unit selected. In some areas, the power (voltage) may be low. Cover pan with a lid until desired heat is obtained.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting tips (Cont.) ... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Food does not broil properly Oven controls improperly set. Make sure you select the appropriate broil mode. Improper rack position being used. See Cooking Guide for rack location suggestions. Food being cooked in a hot pan. Make sure cookware is cool. Cookware not suited for broiling. Use a pan specifically designed for broiling.
Problem Possible Cause What To Do Oven light does not work Light bulb is loose or defective. Tighten or replace bulb. Pad operating light is broken. Call for service. The temperature is too high to set a self-clean operation. Allow the oven to cool and reset the controls. Oven will not self-clean Oven controls improperly set. See the Cleaning the Oven section. Excessive smoking during clean cycle Excessive soil or grease. Press the Cancel/Off pad. Open the windows to rid the room of smoke.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting tips (Cont.) ... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Sometimes the oven takes longer to preheat to the same temperature Cookware or food in oven. The cookware or food in the oven will cause the oven to take longer to preheat. Remove items to reduce preheat time. Number of racks in oven. Adding more racks to the oven will cause the oven to take longer to preheat. Remove some racks. Different cooking modes.