User Manual GE JBS55DM2BB 30" Free-Standing Electric Range

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• Owner's manual - (English, Spanish)

Table of contents

• Using the surface units.
• Using the oven control, clock and timer features and settings
• Using the timed baking feature.
• Special features of your oven control.
• Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!
• Using the Sabbath feature.
• Care and cleaning of the range
• Before you call for service...

Owner 's Manual for Range

Using the surface units.

(on some models)

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.

At both OFF and HI the control clicks into position. You may hear slight clicking sounds during cooking, indicating the control is maintaining your desired setting. Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF when you finish cooking.

How to Set

Push the knob in and turn in either direction to the setting you want.

A surface ON indicator light will glow when any surface unit is on

For glass cooktop surfaces:

A HOT COOKTOP indicator light will:

■ come on when the unit is hot to the touch.

■ stay on even after the unit is turned off.

■ stay on until the unit is cooled to approximately 150°F.

Melt setting (on some models) will melt chocolate or butter. Simmersetting (on some models) will simmer sauces.

Dual and Triple Surface Units and Control Knobs (on some models)

The surface unit has 2 or 3 cooking sizes to select from so you can match the size of the unit to the size of the cookware you are using.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Using the Warming Zone (on some models)

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.

■ Do not use warm setting for more than 2 hours.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in foodborne illness.

The WARMING ZONE, located in the back center of the glass surface, will keep hot, cooked food at serving temperature. Always start with hot food. Do not use to heat cold food. Placing uncooked or cold food on the WARMING ZONE could result in foodborne illness.

Push and turn the control knob to any desired setting.

For best results, all foods on the WARMING ZONE should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil. When warming pastries or breads, the cover should be vented to allow moisture to escape.

Use the lowest setting for breads and pastries. Use a medium setting for vegetables, sauces, stews, cream soups, butter and chocolate. Use the highest setting for soups (liquid) and hot beverages. These initial suggested settings are for reference only. The temperature, type and amount of food, type of pan, and the time held will affect the quality of the food.

Always use pot holders or oven mitts when removing food from the WARMING ZONE, since cookware and plates will be hot.

NOTE: The surface warmer will not glow red like the cooking elements.

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.

The following Information will helpyou choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops.

For Models With a Radiant Glass Cooktop

The radiant cooktop features heating units beneath a smooth glass surface.

NOTE: A slight odor is normal when a new cooktop is used for the first time. It is caused by the heating of new parts and insulating materials and will disappear in a short time. NOTE: On models with light-colored glass cooktops, it is normal for the cooking zones to change color when hot or cooling down. This is temporary and will disappear as the glass cools to room temperature.

The surface unit will cycle on and off to maintain your selected control setting.

It is safe to place hot cookware on the glass surface even when the cooktop is cool.

Even after the surface units are turned off, the glass cooktop retains enough heat to continue cooking. To avoid overcooking, remove pans from the surface units when the food is cooked. Avoid placing anything on the surface unit until it has cooled completely.

Do not slide cookware across the cooktop because it can scratch the glass—the glass is scratch-resistant, not scratchproof.

■ Water stains (mineral deposits) are removable using the cleaning cream or full-strength white vinegar.

■ Use of window cleaner may leave an iridescent film on the cooktop. The cleaning cream will remove this film.

■ Don't store heavy items above the cooktop. If they drop onto the cooktop, they can cause damage.

■ Do not use the surface as a cutting board.

Temperature Limiter on Radiant Glass Cooktops

Every radiant surface unit has a temperature limiter.

The temperature limiter protects the glass cooktop from getting too hot.

The temperature limiter may cycle the surface units off for a time if:

■ the pan boils dry.

■ the pan bottom is not flat.

■ the pan is off-center.

■ there is no pan on the unit.

Using the oven control, clock and timer features and settings

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Bake/Temp Recall Pad

Touch this pad to select the bake function. See the How to Set the Oven for Baking section.

Bake Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the oven temperature at this point. Glows when the oven is in bake mode.

Start/On Pad

Must be touched to start any cooking or cleaning function.

Display

Shows the time of day, oven temperature and the times set for the timer or automatic oven operations. The display will show PrE while preheating.

If "F-" and a number or letter flash in the display and the oven control signals, this indicates a function error code. Refer to the Troubleshooting Tips section.

Kitchen Timer On/Off or Timer On/Off Pad

Touch this pad to select the timer feature. Then press + and - pads to adjust time.

Timer Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the set time at this point. Glows when the timer has been activated. Flashes again when the time has run out until the control is reset.

Clock Pad

To set the clock, press the CLOCK pad twice or, for models without a CLOCK pad, hold the + and - pads for 3 seconds. See the Using the clock and timer section.

Start Time or Delay Start Pad

Use along with the cooking function or cleaning function to set the oven to start automatically at a time you set.

Start Time or Delay Start Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the start time at this point. Glows when the function has been activated.

Cooking Time Pad

Touch this pad and then touch the + or - pads to set the amount of time you want your food to cook. The oven will shut off when the cooking time has run out.

Cooking Time Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the set time at this point. Glows when the function has been activated. Flashes again when the time has run out until the control is reset.

Automatic Oven Light

This lights anytime the oven has been programmed using the Cooking Time or Start Time/Delay Start functions.

Oven Light On/Off Pad

Touch this pad to turn the oven light on or off.

- Pad

Short taps to this pad will decrease the time or temperature by small amounts. Touch and hold the pad to decrease the time or temperature by larger amounts.

+ Pad

Short taps to this pad will increase the time or temperature by small amounts. Touch and hold the pad to increase the time or temperature by larger amounts.

Self Clean Pad

Touch this pad to select the self-cleaning function. See the Using the self-cleaning oven section.

Self Clean Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the length of time for the self-clean cycle at this point. Glows when the oven is in the self-clean cycle. After the self-clean cycle, the light will turn off. Unlatch the door.

Convection Bake/Temp Recall

Touch this pad to select baking with the convection function.

Steam Clean

Touch this pad for easier cleaning of light soiling of the oven cavity or door. See the Using steam clean section.

Clear/OffPad

Touch this pad to cancel ALL oven operations except the clock and timer.

Broil Hi/Lo Pad

Touch this pad to select the broil function. See the How to Set the Oven for Broiling section.

Broil Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can switch from Hi to Lo Broil at this point. Glows when the oven is in broil mode.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Flashing Display - Power Outage

If a flashing time is in the display, you have experienced a power failure. Reset the clock. See the Using the clock and timer section.

If your oven was set for a timed oven operation and a power outage occurred, the clock and all programmed functions must be reset.

Using the oven.

To avoid possible burns, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on.

Before you begin...

The racks have stop-locks, so that when placed correctly on the rack supports, they will stop before coming completely out and will not tilt. When placing and removing cookware, pull the rack out to the bump on the rack support.

To remove a rack, pull it toward you, tilt the front end up and pull it out.

To replace, place the end of the rack (stop-locks) on the support, tilt up the front and push the rack in.

CAUTION BURN HAZARD: Avoid touching the hot door surface when using the oven rack in the lowest position. Always use 2 hands and 2 mitten pot holders to move the rack. Pull the rack out a few inches and then carefully grasp the sides of the rack to pull it out the rest of the way.

To avoid possible burns, place the racks in the desired position before you turn on the oven.

Preheating and Pan Placement

Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes, cookies, pastries and breads.

The display will show "PrE" while preheating. When the oven reaches the selected temperature, the oven control will beep and the display will show the oven temperature.

If baking four cake layers at the same time, place two layers on rack C and two layers on rack E. Stagger pans on the rack so one is not directly above the other.

Baking results will be better if the food is centered in the oven as much as possible. Angel Food cake is the exception and should be placed on the bottom oven rack (position A). Follow package direction on prepackaged and frozen foods for pan placement. Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven.

If you need to use two racks, stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other. Leave approximately IV2" between pans and from the front, back and sides of oven wall.

How to Set the Oven for Baking

1. Touch the Bake pad.

2. Touch the + or - pads until the desired temperature is displayed.

3. Touch the Start/On pad. The oven will start automatically. The display will show PrE while preheating. When the oven reaches the selected temperature, the oven control will beep several times and the display will show the oven temperature.

To change the oven temperature during BAKE cycle, touch the Bake pad and then the + or - pads to get the new temperature.

4. Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe. Cook longer if necessary.

5. Touch the Clear/Off pad when baking is finished and then remove the food from the oven.

Aluminum Foil

Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottoms. The foil will trap heat below, and upset the performance of the oven. Foil can melt and permanently damage the oven bottom. Damage from improper use of aluminum foil is not covered by the product warranty.

Foil may be used to catch spills by placing a sheet on a lower rack, several inches below the food. Do not use more foil than necessary, and never entirely cover an oven rack with aluminum foil. Keep foil at least 11/2" from the oven walls to prevent poor heat circulation.

The type of margarine will affect baking performance!

Most recipes for baking have been developed using high-fat products such as butter or margarine (80% fat). If you decrease the fat, the recipe may not give the same results as with a higher-fat product.

Recipe failure can result if cakes, pies, pastries, cookies or candies are made with low-fat spreads. The lower the fat content of a spread product, the more noticeable these differences become.

Federal standards require products labeled "margarine" to contain at least 80% fat by weight. Low-fat spreads, on the other hand, contain less fat and more water. The high moisture content of these spreads affects the texture and flavor of baked goods. For best results with your old favorite recipes, use margarine, butter or stick spreads containing at least 70% vegetable oil.

How to Set the Oven for Broiling

Use Lo Broil to cook foods such as poultry or thick cuts of meat thoroughly without overbrowning them.

1. Place the food on a broiler grid in a broiler pan designed for broiling.
2. Follow suggested rack positions in the Broiling Guide.
3. Touch the Broil Hi/Lo pad once for Hi Broil. To change to Lo Broil, touch the Broil Hi/ Lo pad again.
4. Touch the Start pad.
5. When broiling is finished, touch the Clear/ Off pad.

Broiling Guide

Preheat the broiler for 2 minutes to improve performance.

If your range is connected to 208 volts, rare steaks may be broiled by preheating the broiler and positioning the oven rack one position higher.

The size, weight, thickness, starting temperature and your preference of doneness will affect broiling times. This guide is based on meats at refrigerator temperature.

The U.S Department of Agriculture says "Rare beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F means some food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June 1985.1

Using the convection oven.

Convection Baking

Ideal for evenly browned baked foods cooked on multiple shelves.

• Good for large quantities of baked foods.

• Good results with cookies, biscuits, brownies, cupcakes, cream puffs, sweet rolls, angel food cake and bread. The convection fan circulates the heated air evenly over and around the food.

The Convection Fan

The convection fan is programmed to run intermittently for maximum performance during convection bake and during preheating. If the fan is on when the oven door is opened, the fan will stop. The fan will resume operation when the door is closed.

Auto Temp Conversion

When convection baking, the Auto Temp Conversion feature automatically reduces the set temperature for optimal performance.

Increase the Convection Baking temperature setting 20°F higher for faster cooking of large cuts of meat and poultry.

How to Set the Oven for Convection Baking

1. Touch the Convection Bake pad.
2. Touch the + or - pads until the desired — temperature is displayed.
3. Touch the Start/On pad. The oven will start automatically.
4. The display will show PrE while preheating. When the oven reaches the selected temperature, the oven control will beep several times and the display will show the oven temperature.
5. Check food for doneness at the minimum time on the recipe. Cook longer if necessary.
6. Touch the Clear/Off pad when baking is finished, and then remove the food from the oven.

To change the oven temperature during Convection Bake, touch the Convection Bake pad and then the + or - pads to set the new temperature.

Cookware for Convection Cooking

When baking cookies, you will get the best results if you use a flat cookie sheet instead of a pan with low sides.

Before using your convection oven, check to see if your cookware leaves room for air circulation in the oven. If you are baking with several pans, leave space between them. Also, be sure the pans do not touch each other or the walls of the oven.

Paper and Plastic

Heat-resistant paper and plastic containers that are recommended for use in regular baking can also be used for convection baking but should not be used at temperatures higher than the temperature recommended by the cookware manufacturer. Plastic cookware that is heat-resistant to temperatures of 400°F can also be used.

Metal and Glass

Any type of cookware will work in your convection oven; however, metal pans heat the fastest and are recommended for convection baking.

• Darkened or matte-finished pans will bake faster than shiny pans.

• Glass or ceramic pans cook more slowly.

For recipes like oven-baked chicken, use a pan with low sides. Hot air cannot circulate well around food in a pan with high sides.

Using the clock and timer.

Not all features are on all models.

To Set the Clock

The clock must be set to the correct time of day for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. The time of day cannot be changed during a delayed cooking or a delayed self-cleaning cycle.

1. Touch the Clock pad twice. For models without a Clock pad: Hold the + and - pads for 3 seconds.

2. Touch the + or - pads.

If the + or - pads are not touched within one minute after Step 1, the display reverts to the original setting. If this happens, repeat Step 1 and reenter the time of day.

3. Touch the Start/On pad until the time of day shows in the display. This enters the time and starts the clock.

To check the time of day when the display is showing other information, simply touch the Clock pad. The time of day shows until another pad is touched.

To Turn Off the Clock Display

If you have several clocks in your kitchen, you may wish to turn off the time of day clock display on your range.

1. Touch the Clock pad once to turn off the time of day display. Although you will not be able to see it, the clock maintains the correct time of day.
2. Touch the Clock pad twice to recall the clock display.

For models without a Clock pad:

1. Touch the Bake and Broil Hi/Lo pads at the same time until the display shows SF.
2. Touch the Timerpad. The display will show ON (Clock display on). Touch the Timer pad again until the display shows OFF (Clock display off).
3. Touch the Start/On pad to leave the control set in this mode.

NOTE: If the clock cannot be recalled or it will not stay permanently displayed, the Energy Saver Mode feature is on. To turn the feature off, see the Energy Saver Mode section.

To Set the Timer

The timer does not control oven operations.

The maximum setting on the timer is 9 hours and 59 minutes.

1. Touch the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad.

2. Touch the + or - pads until the amount of time you want shows in the display. The maximum time that can be entered in minutes is 59. Times more than 59 minutes should be changed to hours and minutes.

If you make a mistake, touch the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad and begin again.

3. Touch the Start/On pad. The time will start counting down, although the display does not change until one minute has passed.

4. When the timer reaches :00, the control will beep 3 times followed by one beep every 6 seconds until the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad is touched.

To Reset the Timer

If the display is still showing the time remaining, you may change it by touching the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad, then touching the + or - pads until the time you want appears in the display.

If the remaining time is not in the display (clock, start time or cooking time are in the display), recall the remaining time by touching the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad and then touch the + or - pads to enter the new time you want.

To Cancel the Timer

Touch the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad twice.

Using the timed baking feature.

(on some models)

Do not lock the oven door with the latch during timed cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning and steam-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. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.

How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop

The oven will turn on immediately and cook for a selected length of time. At the end of the cooking time, the oven will turn off automatically.

1. Touch the Bake pad.

2. Touch the + or - pads to set the oven temperature.

3. Touch the Cooking Time pad.

NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating, you may need to add additional time to the length of the cooking time.

4. Touch the + or - pads to set the baking time.

The cooking time that you entered will be displayed. (If you select Cooking Time first and then adjust the Bake Temperature, the oven temperature will be displayed instead.)

5. Touch the Start/On pad.

The display shows either the oven temperature that you set or the cooking time countdown. (The display starts with PrE if showing the oven temperature.)

The oven will continue to cook for the programmed amount of time, then turn off automatically.

6. Touch the Clear/Off pad to cancel if necessary.

Remove the food from the oven. Remember, even though the oven shuts off automatically, foods continue cooking after controls are off.

How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop

The oven will turn on at the time of day you set, cook for a specific length of time and then turn off automatically.

Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day.

1. Touch the Bake pad.

2. Touch the + or - pads to set the oven temperature.

3. Touch the Cooking Time pad.

4. Touch the + or - pads to set the desired length of cooking time.

5. Touch the Start Time or Delay Start pad.

6. Touch the + or - pads to set the time of day you want the oven to turn on and start cooking.

7. Touch the Start/On pad.

NOTE: An attention tone will sound if you are using timed baking and do not touch the Start/ On pad.

NOTE: If you would like to check the times you have set, touch the Start Time or Delay Start pad to check the start time you have set or touch the Cooking Time pad to check the length of cooking time you have set.

When the oven turns on at the time of day you have set, the display will show PrE until it reaches the selected temperature, then it will display the oven temperature.

At the end of cooking time, the oven will turn off and the end-of-cycle tone will sound.

8. Touch the Clear/Off pad to cancel if necessary.

Remove the food from the oven. Remember, even though the oven shuts off automatically, foods continue cooking after controls are off.

Special features of your oven control.

Energy Saver Mode (on some models)

To save energy, you can turn off the time of day clock and the display when the range is not in use.

Press and hold the + and - pads at the same time to enable or disable this feature. This will turn the display on or off.

NOTE: The display will reset after a power outage.

Control Lockout (on some models)

Your control will allow you to lock out the touch pads so they cannot be activated when touched.

To lock/unlock the controls:

1. Touch the + and - pads at the same time for 3 seconds, until the display shows LOC ON.
2. To unlock the control, touch the + and - pads at the same time for 3 seconds, until the display shows LOC OFF.

When this feature is on and the touch pads are touched, the control will beep and show LOC ON.

• The control lockout mode affects all touch pads. No touch pads will work when this feature is activated.

• The adjustment will be retained in memory after a power failure.

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.

When the display shows your choice, touch the Start/On pad. The special features will remain in memory after a power failure.

NOTE: The Sabbath feature and the Thermostat Adjustment feature are also Special Features, but they are addressed separately in the following sections.

12 Hour Shutoff

With this feature, should you forget and leave the oven on, the control will automatically turn off the oven after 12 hours during baking functions or after 3 hours during a broil function.

If you wish to turn OFF this feature, follow the steps below.

1. Touch the Bake and Broil Hi/Lo pads at the same time until the display shows SF.
2. Touch the Clock pad, or for models with no Clock pad, touch the Cooking Time pad. The display will show ON (12 hour shutoff). Touch the Clock pad (or Cooking Time pad for models with no Clock pad) repeatedly until the display shows OFF (no shutoff).
3. Touch the Start/On pad to activate the no shut-off and leave the control set in this special features mode.

Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!

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. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself.

Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven. These thermometers may vary 20-40 degrees.

NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the broiling or the self-cleaning temperatures. The adjustment will be retained in memory after a power failure.

To Adjust the Thermostat

1. Touch the Bake and Broil Hi/Lo pads at the same time until the display shows SF.

2. Touch the Bake pad. A two-digit number shows in the display.

3. The oven temperature can be adjusted up to (+) 35°F hotter or (-) 35°F cooler. Touch the + pad to increase the temperature in 1-degree increments.

Touch the - pad to decrease the temperature in 1-degree increments.

4. When you have made the adjustment, touch the Start/On pad to go back to the time of day display. Use your oven as you would normally.

Using the Sabbath feature.

(on some models)

(Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays)

The Sabbath feature can be used for baking only. It cannot be used for broiling, self-cleaning, convection baking, steam 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. The bulb may be removed. See the Oven Light Replacement section. On models with a light switch on the control panel, the oven light may be turned on and left on.

How to Set Sabbath Feature for Regular Baking

NOTE:To understand how the oven control works, practice using regular baking (non-Sabbath) before entering Sabbath mode.

Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day and the oven is off.

1. Touch and hold both the Bake and Broil Hi/Lo pads, at the same time, until the display shows SF.
2. Tap the Clock pad (or Cooking Time pad for models with no Clock pad) until SAb appears in the display.
3. Touch the Start/On pad and 3 will appear in the display.
4. Touch the Bake pad. No signal will be given.
5. The preset starting temperature will automatically be set to 350.° Tap the + or - pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 25° increments. The temperature can be set between 175° and 550° No signal or temperature will be given.
6. Touch the Start/On pad.
7. After a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute, DC will appear in the display indicating that the oven is baking/roasting. If DC doesn't appear in the display, start again at Step 4.

To adjust the oven temperature, touch the Bake pad and tap the + or - pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 25° increments. Touch the Start/On pad.

NOTE: The Clear/Offand Cooking Time pads are active during the Sabbath feature.

How to Set Sabbath Feature for Timed Baking-Immediate Start and Automatic Stop

NOTE:To understand how the oven control works, practice using regular (non-Sabbath) Immediate Start and Automatic Stop before entering the Sabbath mode.

Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day and the oven is off.

1. Touch and hold both the Bake and Broil Hi/Lo pads, at the same time, until the display shows SF
2. Tap the Clock pad (or Cooking Time pad for models with no Clock pad) until SAb appears in the display.
3. Touch the Start/On pad and will appear in the display.
4. Touch the Cooking Time pad.
5. Touch the + or - pads to set the desired length of cooking time between 1 minute and 9 hours and 59 minutes. The cooking time that you entered will be displayed.
6. Touch the Start/On pad.
7. Touch the Bake pad. No signal will be given.
8. The preset starting temperature will automatically be set to 350.° Tap the + or - pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 25° increments. The temperature can be set between 175° and 550.° No signal or temperature will be given.
9. Touch the Start/On pad.
10. After a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute, will appear in the display indicating that the oven is baking/roasting. If doesn't appear in the display, start again at Step 7.

To adjust the oven temperature, touch the Bake pad and tap the + or - pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 25° increments. Touch the Start/On pad.

When cooking is finished, the display will change from to 3 indicating that the oven has turned OFF but is still set in Sabbath. Remove the cooked food.

How to Exit the Sabbath Feature

1. Touch the Clear/Off pad.
2. If the oven is cooking, wait for a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute, until only 3 is in the display.
3. Touch and hold both the Bake and Broil Hi/Lo pads, at the same time, until the display shows SF.
4. Tap the Clock pad (or Cooking Time pad for models with no Clock pad) until ON or OFF appears in the display. ON indicates that the oven will automatically turn off after 12 hours. OFF indicates that the oven will not automatically turn off. See the Special Features section for an explanation of the 12-Hour Shutoff feature.
5. Touch the Start/On pad.

NOTE: If a power outage occurred while the oven was in Sabbath, the oven will automatically turn off and stay off even when the power returns. The oven control must be reset.

Care and cleaning of the range

Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.

WARNING IT your range is removea Tor cleaning, servicing or any reason, oe 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.

How to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape

Carefully grasp a corner of the protective shipping film with your fingers and slowly peel it from the appliance surface. Do not use any sharp items to remove the film. Remove all of the film before using the appliance for the first time.

To ensure 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. Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak.

NOTE:The adhesive must be removed from all parts. It cannot be removed if it is baked on.

Control Knobs

The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning.

Make sure the knobs are in the OFF positions and pull them straight off the stems for cleaning.

The knobs can be cleaned in a dishwasher or they may also be washed with soap and water. Make sure the inside of the knobs are dry before replacing. Replace the knobs, in the OFF position to ensure proper placement.

Control Panel

It's a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use of the oven. Use a damp cloth to clean or rinse. For cleaning, use mild soap and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. For rinsing, use clean water. Polish dry with a soft cloth.

Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleaners, plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control panel—they will damage the finish.

Painted Surfaces

Painted surfaces include the sides of the range and the door, top of control panel and the drawer front. Clean these with soap and water or a vinegar and water solution.

Do not use commercial oven cleaners, cleaning powders, steel wool or harsh abrasives on any painted surface.

Stainless Steel Surfaces (on some models)

Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the surface.

To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm, sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. Always wipe the surface in the direction of the grain. Follow the cleaner instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface.

To inquire about purchasing stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish, or to find the location of a dealer nearest you, please call our toll-free number: National Parts Center 1.800.626.2002

Porcelain Enamel Cooktop (on some models)

The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but breakable if misused. This finish is acid-resistant. However, any acidic foods spilled (such as fruitjuices, tomato or vinegar) should not be permitted to remain on the finish.
If acids spill on the cooktop while it is hot, use a dry paper towel or cloth to wipe it up right away. When the surface has cooled, wash with soap and water. Rinse well.

For other spills such as fat spatterings, wash with soap and water or cleansing powders after the surface has cooled. Rinse well. Polish with a dry cloth.

Porcelain Oven Interior (on standard-dean models)

With proper care, the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of the oven-top, bottom, sides, back and inside of the door-will stay new-looking for years.

Let the oven cool before cleaning. We recommend that you wear rubber gloves when cleaning the oven.

Soap and water will normally do thejob. Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner. Soap-filled scouring pads may also be used.

Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (such as tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruitjuices or pie filling) to remain on the surface. They may cause a dull spot even after cleaning.

Household ammonia may make the cleaningjob easier. Place 1/2 cup in a shallow glass or pottery container in a cold oven overnight. The ammonia fumes will help loosen the burned-on grease and food.

If necessary, you may use an oven cleaner. Follow the package directions.

■ Do not spray oven cleaner on the electrical controls and switches because it could cause a short circuit and result in sparking or fire.

■ Do not allow a film from the cleaner to build up on the temperature sensor—it could cause the oven to heat improperly. (The sensor is located at the top of the oven.) Carefully wipe the sensor clean after each oven cleaning, being careful not to move the sensor as a change in its position could affect how the oven bakes.

■ Do not spray any oven cleaner on the oven door, handles or any exterior surface of the oven, cabinets or painted surfaces. The cleaner can damage these surfaces.

Oven Vent on Radiant Glass or Coil Cooktops

On glass cooktop models, the oven vent is located behind the right-rear surface unit.

On coil cooktop models, the oven is vented through an opening under one of the rear surface units.

This area could become hot during oven use.

It is normal for steam to come out of the vent, and moisture may collect underneath it when the oven is in use.

The vent is important for proper air circulation. Never block this vent.

Cleaning the Oven Door

To clean the inside of the door:

On self-clean models:

■ Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned during the self-clean cycle, you do not need to clean this by hand.

■ The area outside the gasket and the door liner can be cleaned with a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad, hot water and detergent. Rinse well with a vinegar and water solution.

On standard-dean models:

■ Soap and water will normally work. Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner. Soap-filled scouring pads may also be used.

■ See also Porcelain Oven Interior section.

To clean the outside of the door:

Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top, sides and front of the oven door. Rinse well. You may also use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door. Do not let water drip into the vent openings.

■ If any stain on the door vent trim is persistent, use a soft abrasive cleaner and a sponge-scrubber for best results.

■ Spillage of marinades, fruitjuices, tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately. When surface is cool, clean and rinse.

■ Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door.

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 flat-blade screwdriver, may be required.
3. Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top.
4. Close door to the door removal position, which is halfway between the broil stop position and fully closed.
5. Lift door up and out until the hinge arm is clear of the slot.

To replace the door:

1. Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top.
2. With the door at Bottom the same angle as the removal position, seat the indentation of the hinge arm into the bottom edge of the hinge slot. The notch in the hinge arm must be fully seated into the bottom of the slot.
3. Fully open the door. If the door will not fully open, the indentation is not seated correctly in the bottom edge of the slot.
4. Push the hinge lo frame of the oven cavity to !ock the locked position.
5. Close the oven door.

Oven Racks

All oven racks may be cleaned by hand with an abrasive cleaner or steel wool. After cleaning, rinse the racks with clean water and dry with a clean cloth. Gray porcelain-coated oven racks may remain in the oven during the selfcleaning cycle without being damaged. The shiny, silver-colored oven racks may remain in the oven during the self-cleaning cycle, but they will lose their luster and become hard to slide.

It will be necessary to grease all oven rack side edges with a light coating of vegetable oil after cleaning them by hand or in the oven. This will help maintain the ease of sliding the racks in and out of the oven.

Storage Drawer Removal

To remove the drawer.

1. Pull the drawer out until it stops.
2. Lift the front of the drawer until the stops clear the guides.
3. Remove the drawer.

To replace the drawer:

1. Place the drawer rails on the guides.
2. Push the drawer back until it stops.
3. Lift the front of the drawer and push back until the stops clear the guides.
4. Lower the front of the drawer and push back until it closes.

Oven Heating Elements

Do not clean the bake element or the broil element. Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated.

To clean the oven floor, gently lift the bake element. On some models, the bake element is not exposed and is under the oven floor. Clean with warm, soapy water.

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)

To remove:

1. Turn the glass cover counterclockwise 1/4 turn until the tabs of the glass cover clear the grooves of the socket. Wearing latex gloves may offer a better grip.
2. Using gloves or a dry cloth, remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.

To replace:

1. Use a new 120/130-volt halogen bulb, not to exceed 50 watts. Replace the bulb with the same type of bulb that was removed. Your model will have one of the two types shown on the left. To determine the correct replacement bulb, check the bulb terminals. Bulbs with 2 straight pin terminals are G6.35 bulbs. Bulbs with 2 looped terminals are G9 bulbs. (Do not interchange.) Be sure the replacement bulb is rated 120 volts or 130 volts (NOT 12 volts).

2. Using gloves or a dry cloth, remove the bulb from its packaging. Do not touch the bulb with bare fingers. Oil from skin will damage the bulb and shorten its life.

3. Push the bulb straight into the receptacle all the way.

4. Place the tabs of the glass cover into the grooves of the socket. Turn the glass cover clockwise 1/4 turn. For improved lighting inside the oven, clean the glass cover frequently using a wet cloth. This should be done when the oven is completely cool.

5. Reconnect electrical power to the oven.

Oven Light Replacement (models equipped with standard 40-watt appliance bulbs)

Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely.

To remove the cover.

1. Hold a hand under the cover so it doesn't fall when released. With fingers of the same hand, firmly push back the wire cover holder. Lift off the cover.

Do not remove any screws to remove the cover.

2. Replace bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.

To replace the cover:

1. Place it into groove of the light receptacle. Pull wire forward to the center of the cover until it snaps into place.

2. Connect electrical power to the range.

Care and cleaning of the coil cooktop.

Be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the surface units are cool before attempting to remove them.

Surface Units

To clean the surface units, turn the control to the highest setting for a minute. The coils will burn off any soil.

To remove a surface unit:

To remove the drip pans for cleaning, the surface units must be removed first.

1. Push the surface unit back toward the receptacle to free the locking tab from the cooktop.

2. Lift the surface unit about 1 inch above the drip pan and pull it out.

Do not lift the surface unit more than 1 inch. If you do, it may not lie flat on the drip pan when you plug it back in.

NOTE: Repeated lifting of the surface unit more than 1 inch above the drip pan can permanently damage the receptacle.

To replace a surface unit:

1. Replace the drip pan into the recess in the cooktop. Make sure the opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle.

2. Insert the terminals of the surface unit through the opening in the drip pan and into the receptacle.

3. Push the surface unit in and down to lock the tab in place so it rests evenly in the cooktop.

Do not immerse the surface units in liquids of any kind.

Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher.

Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals.

Do not attempt to clean, adjust or in any way repair the plug-in receptacle.

Drip Pans

Remove the surface units. Then lift out the drip pans.

For best results, clean the drip pans by hand. Place them in a covered container (or a plastic bag) with V4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil. Rinse with clean water and polish with a clean soft cloth.

The drip pans may also be cleaned in a dishwasher.

Clean the area under the drip pans often. Built-up soil, especially grease, may catch fire.

Do not cover the drip pans with foil. Using foil so close to the receptacle could cause shock, fire or damage to the range.

NOTE: If your cooktop is equipped with shiny, silver-colored drip pans, do not clean them in the selfcleaning oven. Permanent damage to the finish can occur.

If your cooktop is equipped with black or gray porcelain-coated drip pans, they can be cleaned in the oven during the self-cleaning cycle. Before you begin a self-cleaning cycle, remove any heavy soil from the drip pans and place them on the porcelain-coated oven racks. Do not place the drip pans directly on the oven bottom. After the self-cleaning cycle is completed and the drip pans are cool, wipe them with a damp cloth to remove any remaining ash or residue.

Lift-Up Cooktop

The entire cooktop may be lifted up and supported in the up position for easier cleaning.

The surface units do not need to be removed; however, you may remove one to make raising the cooktop easier. There are two side supports that lock into position when the cooktop is lifted up.

After cleaning under the cooktop with hot, mild soapy water and a clean cloth, lower the cooktop. Be careful not to pinch your fingers.

To lower the cooktop, push the rods back and gently lower the cooktop until it rests in place.

Cleaning the glass cooktop. (on some models)

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. Daily use of CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner will help keep the cooktop looking new.
3. Shake the cleaning cream well. Apply a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner directly to the cooktop.
4. Use a paper towel or CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops to clean the entire cooktop surface.
5. Use a dry cloth or paper towel to remove all cleaning residue. No need to rinse.

NOTE: It is very important that you DO NOT heat the cooktop until it has been cleaned thoroughly.

Burned-On Residue

NOTE: DAMAGE to your glass surface may occur if you use scrub pads other than those recommended.

1. Allow the cooktop to cool.
2. Spread a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the entire burned residue area.
3. Using the included CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops, rub the residue area, applying pressure as needed.
4. If any residue remains, repeat the steps listed above as needed.
5. For additional protection, after all residue has been removed, polish the entire surface with CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and a paper towel.

Heavy, Burned-On Residue

1. Allow the cooktop to cool.
2. Use a single-edge razor blade scraper at approximately a 45° angle against the glass surface and scrape the soil. It will be necessary to apply pressure to the razor scraper in order to remove the residue.
3. After scraping with the razor scraper, spread a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the entire burned residue area. Use the CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Pad to remove any remaining residue.
4. For additional protection, after all residue has been removed, polish the entire surface with CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and a paper towel.

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.

NOTE: Carefully check the bottom of pans for roughness that would scratch the cooktop.

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Troubleshooting Tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.

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