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185D5580P237 49-85155 01-09 JR
Safety Instructions . . . . . .2–7, 25
Operating Instructions
Aluminum Foil . . . . . . . . . . .12, 13
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10–15
Baking and Roasting . . . . . . . . .12
Broiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14
Broiling Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Oven Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Power Outage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Preheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Surface Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Thermostat Adjustment . . . . . .15
Care and Cleaning
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Broiler Pan and Grid . . . . . . . . .21
Burner Assemblies . . . . . . . .16–18
Burner Caps and Heads . . . . . .18
Burner Grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Control Panel and Knobs . . . . .21
Cooktop Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Drip Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Lift-Off Oven Door . . . . . . . . . . .20
Lift-Up Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Oven Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Oven Interior . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 23
Removable Broiler Drawer . . . .21
Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Stainless Steel Surfaces . . . . . . .19
Installation
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . .24–39
Anti-Tip Device . . . . . . .28, 38, 39
Connect the Range
to Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29–32
Convert to LP Gas . . . . . . . . . . .39
Dimensions and
Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Electrical Connections . . . .33, 34
Level the Range . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Light the Pilots . . . . . . . . . . .34–37
Troubleshooting Tips . . . .40–42
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Consumer Support
Consumer
Support . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #____________________
Serial # ____________________
You can find them on a label on
the front of the range behind the
kick panel or broiler drawer.
Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions
Model AGBS300
Printed in Mexico
Printed on Recycled Paper
Non-Self-Cleaning Gas
Ranges
www.AmericanaAppliances.com
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User Manual - Transcript

  • Page 1 - English - : 185D5580P237 4985155 0109 JR Safety Instructions 27 25 Operating Instructions Aluminum Foil 12 13 Clock and Timer 10 Oven 1015 Baking and Roasting 12 Broiling 13 14 Broiling Guide 14 Oven Control 11 Power Outage 11 Preheating 12 Surface Cooking 8 9 Thermostat Adjustment 15 Care and Cleaning Air Vents 21 Broiler Pan and Grid 21 Burner Assemblies 1618 Burner Caps and Heads 18 Burner Grates 17 Control Panel and Knobs 21 Cooktop Surface 19 Drip Pans 16 LiftOff Oven Door 20 LiftUp Cooktop 19 Oven Bottom 20 Oven Interior 22 23 Removable Broiler Drawer 21 Racks 22 Stainless Steel Surfaces 19 Installation Instructions 2439 AntiTip Device 28 38 39 Connect the Range to Gas 2932 Convert to LP Gas 39 Dimensions and Clearances 27 Electrical Connections 33 34 Level the Range 38 Light the Pilots 3437 Troubleshooting Tips 4042 Accessories 45 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty 46 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on a label on the front of the range behind the kick panel or broiler drawer Owners Manual and Installation Instructions Model AGBS300 Printed in Mexico Printed on Recycled Paper NonSelfCleaning Gas Ranges wwwAmericanaAppliancescom
  • Page 2 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors phone Follow the gas suppliers instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death 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 To reduce the risk of tipping the range the range must be secured by a properly installed antitip bracket See installation instructions shipped with the bracket for complete details before attempting to install To check if the bracket is installed and engaged properly carefully tip the range forward The bracket should stop the range within 4 inches If it does not the bracket must be reinstalled If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason always repeat this procedure to verify the range is properly secured by the antitip bracket For freestanding or slidein ranges never completely remove the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the antitip device properly If you did not receive an antitip bracket with your purchase call 18006268774 to receive one at no cost in Canada call 18005613344 For installation instructions of the bracket visit GEAppliancescom in Canada GEAppliancesca ANTITIP DEVICE
  • Page 3 - English - : Consumer SupportOperating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips wwwAmericanaAppliancescom WARNING Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shutoff valve and how to shut it off if necessary Have your range installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the Installation Instructions Any adjustment and service should be performed only by qualified gas range installers or service technicians Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other service should be referred to a qualified technician Plug your range into a 120volt grounded outlet only Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug If in doubt about the grounding of the home electrical system it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly grounded threeprong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 Properly adjusted burners indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame will minimize incomplete combustion Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood WARNING NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the oven
  • Page 4 - English - : Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outage on standing pilot models and poor air circulation Be sure all packaging materials are removed from the range before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packaging material ignite Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a qualified service technician or installer for the type of gas natural or LP that is to be used Your range can be converted for use with either type of gas See the Installation of the range section WARNING These adjustments must be made by a qualified service technician in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or property damage The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the area over the pilot on standing pilot models will be hot After prolonged use of a range high floor temperatures may result and many floor coverings will not withstand this kind of use Never install the range over vinyl tile or linoleum that cannot withstand such type of use Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting Do not leave children alone or unattended where a range is hot or in operation They could be seriously burned Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the oven door broiler drawer or cooktop They could damage the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury CAUTION Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a rangechildren climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured Clean only parts listed in this Owners Manual Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance Be careful when reaching for items stored in cabinets over the range Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with flame or hot oven surfaces and may cause severe burns Do not store flammable materials in an oven a range broiler or near a cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn the controls off Smother a flaming pan on a surface burner by covering the pan completely with a wellfitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Use a multipurpose dry chemical or foamtype fire extinguisher Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or if available by using a multipurpose dry chemical or foamtype fire extinguisher Flame in the oven can be smothered completely by closing the oven door and turning the control to off or by using a multipurpose dry chemical or foamtype fire extinguisher Let the burner grates and other surfaces cool before touching them or leaving them where children can reach them Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop at the top and bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range under the broiler drawer Large scratches or impacts to glass doors can lead to broken or shattered glass SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
  • Page 5 - English - : Consumer SupportOperating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips wwwAmericanaAppliancescom Do not use the oven for a storage area Items stored in the oven can ignite Keep the oven free from grease buildup Place the oven racks in the desired position while the oven is cool Pulling out the rack to the stoplock is a convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls The lowest position is not designed to slide Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Never use aluminum foil to line the oven bottom Improper use of foil could start a fire and result in high carbon monoxide When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturers directions For continuous clean models do not use oven cleaners on any of the continuous cleaning surfaces Continuous cleaning surfaces can be identified by their rough surface finish Do not use your oven to dry newspapers If overheated they can catch fire Use only glass cookware that is recommended for use in gas ovens Always remove the broiler pan from range as soon as you finish broiling Grease left in the pan can catch fire if oven is used without removing the grease from the broiler pan When broiling if meat is too close to the flame the fat may ignite Trim excess fat to prevent excessive flareups Make sure the broiler pan is in place correctly to reduce the possibility of grease fires If you should have a grease fire in the broiler pan turn off the oven control and keep the broiler drawer and oven door closed to contain fire until it burns out For safety and proper cooking performance always bake and broil with the oven door closed Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven The hot air and steam that escape can cause burns to hands face and eyes OVEN COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY Cook meat and poultry thoroughlymeat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160F and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180F Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness WARNING NEVER cover any slots holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as aluminum foil Doing so blocks air flow through the oven and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat causing a fire hazard
  • Page 6 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING SURFACE BURNERS Use proper pan sizeavoid 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 Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool Always use the LITE position on electric ignition models or the HI position on standing pilot models when igniting the top burners and make sure the burners have ignited Never leave the surface burners unattended at high flame settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire Adjust the top burner flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware Excessive flame is hazardous Use only dry pot holdersmoist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders come near open flames when lifting cookware Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a pot holder When using glass cookware make sure it is designed for topofrange cooking To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage turn cookware handles toward the side or back of the range without extending over adjacent burners Carefully watch foods being fried at a high flame setting Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers which may cause them to burst If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point Use the least possible amount of fat for effective shallow or deepfat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added Do not flame foods on the cooktop If you flame foods under the hood turn the fan on Do not use a wok on the cooking surface if the wok has a round metal ring that is placed over the burner grate to support the wok This ring acts as a heat trap which may damage the burner grate and burner head Also it may cause the burner to work improperly This may cause a carbon monoxide level above that allowed by current standards resulting in a health hazard Foods for frying should be as dry as possible Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan Never try to move a pan of hot fat especially a deep fat fryer Wait until the fat is cool Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent Keep all plastics away from the surface burners To avoid the possibility of a burn always be certain that the controls for all burners are at the OFF position and all grates are cool before attempting to remove them If range is located near a window do not hang long curtains that could blow over the surface burners and create a fire hazard If you smell gas turn off the gas to the range and call a qualified service technician Never use an open flame to locate a leak WARNING
  • Page 7 - English - : READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Consumer SupportOperating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips wwwAmericanaAppliancescom SURFACE BURNERS cont Always turn the surface burner controls off before removing cookware Do not lift the cooktop on sealed burner models Lifting the cooktop can lead to damage and improper operation of the range When a pilot goes out on standing pilot models you will detect a faint odor of gas as your signal to relight the pilot When relighting the pilot make sure burner controls are in the off position and follow instructions in this book to relight If you smell gas and you have already made sure pilots are lit on standing pilot models turn off the gas to the range and call a qualified service technician Never use an open flame to locate a leak Do not place or store items that can melt or catch fire one the grates even when the cooktop is not being used Keep range clean and free of accumulations of grease or spillovers which may ignite
  • Page 8 - English - : Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model How to Light a Gas Surface Burner Make sure all the surface burners are placed in their respective positions Electric Ignition Models Push the control knob in and turn it to the LITE position You will hear a little clicking noise the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner Turn the knob to adjust the flame size If the knob stays at LITE it will continue to click When one burner is turned to LITE all the burners spark Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on An electric shock may result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware Standing Pilot Models Push control knob in and turn it to HI position The burner should light within a few seconds Turn the knob to adjust the flame size Flame will be almost horizontal and will lift slightly away from the burner when the burner is first turned on A blowing or hissing sound may be heard for 3060 seconds This normal sound is due to improved injection of gas and air into the burner Put a pan on the burner before lighting it or adjust the flame to match pan size as soon as it lights and the blowing or hissing sound will be much less noticeable Push the control knob in and turn it to the LITE position on electric ignition models or HI on standing pilot models Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Using the gas surface burners Medium Small Medium Large Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting a Gas Burner If drip pans are supplied with your range they should be used at all times Make sure all burners are in place Make sure all grates on the range are properly placed before using any burner Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you place your hand a pot holder cleaning cloths or other materials on them On Ranges with Sealed Gas Burners The smallest burner in the right rear position is the simmer burner This burner can be turned down to a very low simmer setting It provides precise cooking performance for delicate foods such as sauces or foods that require low heat for a long cooking time The medium left rear and left front and the large right front burners are the primary burners for most cooking These generalpurpose burners can be turned down from HI to LO to suit a wide range of cooking needs NOTE On some models the burners are all the same size and power On some models the burners are all the same size and power On some models
  • Page 9 - English - : Consumer Support Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips wwwAmericanaAppliancescom Use a flatbottomed wok How to Select Flame Size For safe handling of cookware never let the flames extend up the sides of the cookware Watch the flame not the knob as you reduce heat When fast heating is desired the flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using Flames larger than the bottom of the cookware will not result in faster heating of the cookware and could be hazardous Stove Top Grills on models with sealed burners Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners If you use the stove top grill on the sealed gas burner it will cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable standards This can be hazardous to your health Wok This Way on models with sealed burners We recommend that you use a 14 or smaller flatbottomed wok Make sure the wok bottom sits flat on the grate They are available at your local retail store Only a flatbottomed wok should be used Do not use a flatbottomed wok on a support ring Placing the ring over the burner or grate may cause the burner to work improperly resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable standards This could be dangerous to your health In Case of Power Failure electric ignition models In case of a power failure you can light the gas surface burners on your range with a match Hold a lit match to the burner then push in and turn the control knob to the LITE position Use extreme caution when lighting burners this way Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally TopofRange Cookware Aluminum Mediumweight cookware is recommended because it heats quickly and evenly Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet Use saucepans with tight fitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water CastIron If heated slowly most skillets will give satisfactory results Enamelware Under some conditions the enamel of some cookware may melt Follow cookware manufacturers recommendations for cooking methods Glass There are two types of glass cookwarethose for oven use only and those for topofrange cooking saucepans coffee and teapots Glass conducts heat very slowly Heatproof Glass Ceramic Can be used for either surface or oven cooking It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly Check cookware manufacturers directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges Stainless Steel This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat as the manufacturer recommends
  • Page 10 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model You have the choice of having the timer show the time counting down or the time of day In either case the timer will signal at the end of the timer period to alert you that the time is up Using the clock and timer To Set the Clock NOTE When you first plug in the range or after a power failure the entire ClockTimer display will light up Press the CLOCK pad Press and hold the or pad and the time of day will change 10 minutes at a time To change the time by single minutes give the pads short taps Press the CLOCK pad to start the clock To Set the Kitchen Timer Press the KITCHEN TIMER ONOFF pad Use the and pads to set the timer Short taps on the or pad change the timers setting one minute at a time Pressing and continuing to hold the pad increases the setting 10 minutes at a time Once you have set your timer press the KITCHEN TIMER ONOFF pad to start timing As the timer counts down a signal will indicate when one minute is left After this signal the display will count down in seconds When time runs out a final signal will sound Press the KITCHEN TIMER ONOFF pad to stop the signal To Change or Cancel the Kitchen Timer Setting When the timer is counting down use the and pad to change the remaining time or press the KITCHEN TIMER ONOFF pad to stop the timer The timer cannot be cancelled unless you have fully completed set timer instructions above Display Clock While Kitchen Timer Is Operating Pressing the CLOCK pad while the timer is operating will not interfere with the timers operation the display will change to show the clock but the timer will continue to count down and will still signal when time is up Press the KITCHEN TIMER ONOFF pad again to change the display back to show the timer
  • Page 11 - English - : Consumer Support Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Plastic items on the cooktop may melt if left too close to the vent Vent appearance and location vary The oven has 5 rack positions It also has a special low rack position R for extra large items such as a large turkey To avoid possible burns place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on Oven Control Your oven is controlled by a single OVEN CONTROL knob It will normally take 3090 seconds before the flame comes on After the oven reaches the selected temperature the oven burner cyclesoff completely then on with a full flameto maintain the selected temperature Using the oven wwwAmericanaAppliancescom Before You Begin The racks have stoplocks so that when placed correctly on the rack supports A through E 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 stoplocks on the support tilt up the front and push the rack in NOTE The rack is not designed to slide out at the special low rack R position Oven Vent Your oven is vented through ducts at the rear of the range Do not block these ducts when cooking in the ovenit is important that the flow of hot air from the oven and fresh air to the oven burner be uninterrupted Avoid touching the vent openings or nearby surfaces during oven or broiler operationthey may become hot Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may become hot if left too close to the vent Do not leave plastic or flammable items on the cooktopthey may melt or ignite if left too close to the vent Do not leave closed containers on the cooktop The pressure in closed containers may increase which may cause them to burst Metal items will become very hot if they are left on the cooktop and could cause burns Power Outage electric ignition models CAUTION Do not make any attempt to operate the electric ignition oven during an electrical power failure The oven or broiler cannot be lit during a power failure Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot If the oven is in use when a power failure occurs the oven burner shuts off and cannot be relit until power is restored This is because the flow of gas is automatically stopped and will not resume when power is restored until the glow bar has reached operating temperature Oven Light on some models Use the switch on the lower control panel to turn the light on or off
  • Page 12 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Cut slits in the foil just like the grid The oven has a special low rack R position just above the oven bottom Use it when extra cooking space is needed for example when cooking a large turkey The rack is not designed to slide out at this position Using the oven How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Your oven is not designed for opendoor cooking Close the oven door Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to the desired temperature Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe Cook longer if necessary Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to OFF when baking is finished and then remove the food from the oven Type of Food Rack Position Frozen pies on cookie sheet B or C Angel food cake B bundt or pound cakes Biscuits muffins brownies C cookies cupcakes layer cakes pies Casseroles B or C Roasting R or A Preheating and Pan Placement Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes cookies pastry and breads For ovens without a preheat indicator light or tone preheat 10 minutes Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible 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 and leave approximately 1 2 between pans from the front back and sides of the wall Aluminum Foil Never cover the oven bottom with aluminum foil You can use aluminum foil to line the broiler pan and broiler grid However you must mold the foil tightly to the grid and cut slits in it just like the grid Aluminum foil may also be used to catch a spillover To do so place a small sheet of foil on a lower rack several inches below the food Never entirely cover a rack with aluminum foil This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking Oven Moisture As your oven heats up the temperature change of the air in the oven may cause water droplets to form on the door glass These droplets are harmless and will evaporate as the oven continues to heat up
  • Page 13 - English - : Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan and broiler grid However you must mold the foil tightly to the grid and cut slits in it just like the grid wwwAmericanaAppliancescom How to Set the Oven for Broiling Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the food Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled Follow these directions to keep spattering and smoking to a minimum Your range has a compartment below the oven for broiling Both the oven and broiler compartment doors must be closed during broiling Turn most foods once during cooking the exception is thin fillets of fish oil one side place that side down on broiler grid and cook without turning until done Time foods for about onehalf the total cooking time turn food then continue to cook to preferred doneness You can change the distance of the food from the heat source by positioning the broiler pan and grid on one of three rack positions in the broiler compartmentA bottom of broiler compartment B middle and C top Preheating the broiler or oven is not necessary and can produce poor results If meat has fat or gristle around the edge cut vertical slashes through both about 2 apart If desired the fat may be trimmed leaving a layer about 18 thick Arrange the food on the grid and position the broiler pan on the appropriate rack in the oven or broiling compartment Placing food closer to the flame increases exterior browning of the food but also increases spattering and the possibility of fats and meat juices igniting Close the oven and broiler compartment door Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to BROIL When broiling is finished turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to OFF Remove the broiler pan from the broiler compartment and serve the food immediately Leave the pan outside the range to cool Consumer SupportOperating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Cut slits in the foil just like the grid Broiling Guide Suggestions Both the oven and broiler compartment doors must be closed during broiling Always use the broiler pan and grid that comes with your range It is designed to minimize smoking and spattering by trapping juices in the shielded lower part of the pan For steaks and chops slash fat evenly around the outside edges of the meat To slash cut crosswise through the outer fat surface just to the edge of the meat Use tongs to turn the meat over to prevent piercing the meat and losing juices If desired marinate meats or chicken before broiling Or brush with barbecue sauce last 510 minutes only When arranging the food on the pan do not let fatty edges hang over the sides because dripping fat could soil the oven The broiler compartment does not need to be preheated However for very thin foods or to increase browning preheat if desired Frozen steaks can be broiled by positioning the rack at the next lowest rack position and increasing the cooking time given in this guide 1 2 times per side
  • Page 14 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Broiling Guide Using the oven Quantity andor Rack First Side Second Side Food Thickness Position Time min Time min Comments Bacon 12 lb C 4 3 Arrange in single layer about 8 thin slices Ground Beef 1 lb 4 patties C 10 710 Space evenly Up to Well Done 12 to 34 thick 8 patties take about the same time Beef Steaks Rare 1 thick C 9 7 Steaks less than 1 thick cook Medium 1 to 1 2 lbs C 12 56 through before browning Well Done B 13 89 Rare 2 thick C 10 67 Slash fat Medium 2 to 2 2 lbs C 1215 1012 Well Done B 25 1618 Chicken 1 whole B 3035 15 Brush each side with melted 2 to 2 2 lbs butter Broil skinsidedown split lengthwise first Bonein 4 bonein breasts B 2530 1015 Bakery Products Bread Toast or 2 to 4 slices C 23 121 Space evenly Place English Toaster Pastries 1 pkg 2 muffins cutsideup and English Muffins 2 split C 35 brush with butter if desired Lobster Tails 2 to 4 A 1316 Do not Cut through back of shell 6 to 8 oz each turn over Spread open Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time Fish 1 lb fillets C 5 5 Handle and turn very 14 to 12 thick carefully Brush with lemon butter before and during cooking if desired Preheat broiler to increase browning Ham Slices 1 thick B 8 8 precooked 12 thick B 6 6 Pork Chops 2 12 thick B 10 45 Slash fat Well Done 2 1 thick about 1 lb B 13 912 Wieners 1 lb pkg 10 C 6 12 If desired split sausages Similar precooked in half lengthwise cut into sausages 5 to 6 pieces bratwurst 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 US Department of Agriculture says Rare beef is popular but you should know that cooking it to only 140F means some food poisoning organisms may survive Source Safe Food Book Your Kitchen Guide USDA Rev June 1985
  • Page 15 - English - : Appearance may vary 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 2040 degrees NOTE This adjustment will not affect the broiling temperatures Adjust the oven thermostatDo it yourself wwwAmericanaAppliancescom To Adjust the Thermostat Pull the OVEN CONTROL knob off the range and look at the back side To make an adjustment loosen approximately one turn but do not completely remove the two screws on the back of the knob With the back of the knob facing you hold the outer edge of the knob with one hand and turn the front of the knob with the other hand To raise the oven temperature move the top screw toward the right Youll hear a click for each notch you move the knob To lower the temperature move the top screw toward the left Each click will change the oven temperature approximately 10F Range is 60F from the arrow We suggest that you make the adjustment one click from the original setting and check oven performance before making any additional adjustments After the adjustment is made retighten screws so they are snug but be careful not to overtighten Reinstall knob on range and check performance Consumer Support Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips 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 The type of margarine will affect baking performance
  • Page 16 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Be sure electrical power is 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 antitip device is reengaged properly when the range is replaced Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury Care and cleaning of the range Standard Twin Burner Assemblies on some models On models with standard twin burners the cooktop lifts up for easy access Turn all controls OFF before removing burner parts and drip pans if so equipped The burner grates and drip pans if so equipped can be lifted off making them easy to clean The holes in the surface burners of your range must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and an even unhampered flame You should clean the surface burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes Wipe off surface burners If heavy spillover occurs remove the surface burners from the range Burners lift out for cleaning Lift up the cooktop and then lift out the surface burners To remove burnedon food soak the surface burner in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water Soak the surface burner for 2030 minutes For more stubborn stains use a cleanser like Soft Scrub brand or Bon Ami brand Rinse well to remove any traces of the cleanser that might clog the surface burner openings Do not use steel wool because it will clog the surface burner openings and scratch the surface burners If the holes become clogged clean them with a sewing needle or twisttie Before putting the surface burner back shake out excess water and then dry it thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven for 30 minutes Then place it back in the range making sure it is properly seated and level Check the flame pattern of each burner If the flames are jumpy not steady clean the holes again with a sewing needle or twisttie Grate Drip pan if so equipped Surface burner CAUTION Do not operate the cooktop without all burner parts drip pans if so equipped and grates in place Clean these holes thoroughly on each burner Drip Pans if so equipped Remove the grates and lift out the drip pans Drip pans can be cleaned in a dishwasher or by hand When replacing the drip pans make sure they are in the correct position To get rid of burnedon food place them in a covered container or plastic bag with 14 cup ammonia to loosen the soil Then scrub with a soapfilled scouring pad if necessary CAUTION Do not clean the drip pans in a selfcleaning oven For cleaning information on sealed burners see next section Sealed burner cooktops do not lift up
  • Page 17 - English - : Consumer SupportOperating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Grate Burner head Burner cap Cooktop Drip pan if so equipped Electrode Burner Grates Lift out when cool Grates should be washed regularly and of course after spillovers Wash them in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water After cleaning dry them thoroughly by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes Dont put the grates back on the range while they are wet When replacing the grates be sure they are positioned securely over the burners Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat To get rid of burnedon food place the grates in a covered container Add 14 cup ammonia and let them soak several hours or overnight Wash rinse well and dry Although they are durable the grates will gradually lose their shine regardless of the best care you can give them This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures You will notice this sooner with lighter color grates NOTE Do not clean the grates in a selfcleaning oven wwwAmericanaAppliancescom Sealed Burner Assemblies on some models Turn all controls OFF before removing the burner parts and drip pans if so equipped The burner grates caps burner heads and drip pans if so equipped can be lifted off making them easy to clean The electrodes are not removable NOTE Do not use steel wool or scouring powders to clean the burners CAUTION Do not operate the cooktop without all burner parts drip pans if so equipped and grates in place NOTE Do not lift the cooktop Lifting the cooktop on sealed burner models can lead to damage and improper operation of the range The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed when the burner head is removed When one burner is turned to LITE all the burners spark Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on An electric shock may result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware Electrode
  • Page 18 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the range Burner Caps and Heads on sealed burners only Burner caps Lift off when cool Wash burner caps in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water You may scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove burnedon food particles Burner heads For proper ignition make sure the small hole in the section that fits over the electrode is kept open A sewing needle or wire twisttie works well to unclog it The slits in the burner heads must be kept clean at all times for an even unhampered flame Clogged or dirty burner ports or electrodes will not allow the burner to operate properly Any spill on or around an electrode must be carefully cleaned Take care to not hit an electrode with anything hard or it could be damaged You should clean the burner caps and burner heads routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog the openings in the burner heads Lift off when cool To remove burnedon food soak the burner heads in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water for 2030 minutes For more stubborn stains use a toothbrush After cleaning Before putting the burner caps and heads back shake out excess water and then dry them thoroughly by setting in a warm oven for 30 minutes NOTE Do not use steel wool or scouring powders to clean the burners Replacement Replace burner heads over the electrodes on the cooktop in the correct locations according to their size Make sure the slot in the burner head is positioned over the electrode Replace the matching size caps onto the heads There is one small two medium and one large cap Sizes are stamped into the bottom of the caps Make sure that the heads and caps are replaced in the correct locations NOTE On some models the burners are all the same size and power NOTE Before removing the burner caps and heads remember their size and location Replace them in the same location after cleaning Medium head Front of range Medium head Small head Large head Use a sewing needle or twisttie to unclog the small hole in the burner head Medium cap Front of range Medium cap Small cap Large cap
  • Page 19 - English - : Consumer Support Installation Instructions Troubleshooting TipsOperating Instructions Safety Instructions wwwAmericanaAppliancescom Cooktop Surface To avoid damaging the porcelain enamel surface of the cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull clean up spills right away Foods with a lot of acid tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices etc or foods with high sugar content could cause a dull spot if allowed to set When the surface has cooled wash and rinse For other spills such as fat spatterings etc wash with soap and water once the surface has cooled Then rinse and polish with a dry cloth Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the area over the pilot will be hot on models with standing pilots NOTE Do not lift the cooktop on sealed burner models Lifting the cooktop can lead to damage and improper operation of the range NOTE Do not store flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance LiftUp Cooktop on models with standard twin burners Clean the area under the cooktop often Builtup soil especially grease may catch on fire To make cleaning easier the cooktop may be lifted up NOTE Do not lift the cooktop on sealed burner models Lifting the cooktop can lead to damage and improper operation of the range To raise the cooktop Be sure the burners are turned off Remove the grates and drip pans if so equipped Grasp the two front burner wells and lift up Clean under the cooktop with hot soapy water and a clean cloth If you removed your surface burners while cleaning make sure they are properly seated when replacing them After cleaning lower the cooktop be careful not to pinch your fingers Lower cooktop gently to avoid blowing out pilot flames on standing pilot models Replace drip pans if so equipped and grates Some models have dual support rods that will hold the cooktop up while you clean underneath it Stainless Steel Surfaces on some models Do not use a steelwool 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 tollfree number National Parts Center 8006262002 wwwAmericanaAppliancescom
  • Page 20 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Oven Bottom The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish To make cleaning easier protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers by placing a cookie sheet on the rack below the rack you are cooking on This is particularly important when baking a fruit pie or other foods with a high acid content Hot fruit fillings or other foods that are highly acidic such as tomatoes sauerkraut and sauces with vinegar or lemon juice may cause pitting and damage to the porcelain enamel surface and should be wiped up immediately We dont recommend using aluminum foil on the oven bottom It can affect air flow if the holes are blocked and it can concentrate heat at the bottom of the oven resulting in poor baking performance To clean up spillovers use soap and water an abrasive cleaner or soapfilled scouring pad Remove the oven bottom for easier cleanup and to prevent damage to the continuous cleaning oven coating on some models Care and cleaning of the range LiftOff Oven Door The oven door is removable but it is heavy You may need help removing and replacing the door To remove the door open it a few inches to the special stop position that will hold the door open Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up and off the hinges NOTE Be careful not to place hands between the hinge and the oven door frame as the hinge could snap back and pinch fingers To replace the door make sure the hinges are in the special stop position Position the slots in the bottom of the door squarely over the hinges Then lower the door slowly and evenly over both hinges at the same time If the hinges snap back against the oven frame pull them back out To clean the inside of the door Do not allow excess water to run into any holes or slots in the door Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned during the self clean cycle you do not need to clean this by hand Any soap left on the liner causes additional stains when the oven is heated The area outside the gasket can be cleaned with a soapfilled steel wool or plastic pad 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 Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately When the surface is cool clean and rinse Do not use oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door Lift the door straight up and off the hinges The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to allow for proper air circulation Do not rub or clean the door gasket it has an extremely low resistance to abrasion If you notice the gasket becoming worn frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should have it replaced
  • Page 21 - English - : Consumer SupportInstallation Instructions Troubleshooting TipsOperating Instructions Safety Instructions Removable Broiler Drawer on some models To remove When the broiler is cool remove the grid and pan Pull the broiler drawer out until it stops then push it back in about one inch Grasp the handle lift and pull the broiler drawer out Clean the broiler drawer with hot soapy water To replace Hold the broiler drawer in the raised position as you slide it partway into the range Then lower the drawer and push it completely closed wwwAmericanaAppliancescom Broiler Pan and Grid After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven Remove the grid from the pan Carefully pour out grease from the pan into a proper container Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soapfilled or plastic scouring pad If food has burned on sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth Soaking the pan will remove burnedon foods The broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a dishwasher Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range CAUTION Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a selfcleaning oven Grid Pan Vent appearance and location vary Pull the knob straight off the stem Oven Air Vents Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop at the top and bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range under the kick panel or broiler drawer depending on the model Lower Control Panel Front Manifold Panel and Knobs Its 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 5050 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 Do not bend knobs by pulling them up or down or by hanging a towel or other such loads This can damage the gas valve shaft 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 insides of the knobs are dry before replacing Replace the knobs in the OFF position to ensure proper placement
  • Page 22 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Porcelain Oven Interior on all models except continuouscleaning models With proper care the porcelain enamel interior will retain its attractive finish for many years Soap and water will normally do the job Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleanser Soapfilled scouring pads may also be used Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content such as tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices or pie filling to remain on the surface They may cause dull spots even after cleaning Household ammonia may make the cleaning job easier Place 12 cup ammonia in a shallow glass pan and leave in a cold oven overnight The ammonia fumes will help loosen the burnedon grease and food When necessary you may use a commercial oven cleaner Follow the package directions CAUTIONS about using sprayon oven cleaners Be careful where the oven cleaner is sprayed Do not spray oven cleaner on the electrical controls and switches on some models because it could cause a short circuit and result in sparking or fire Do not allow a film from the cleaner to remain on the temperature sensing bulbit could cause the oven to heat improperly The bulb is located at the rear of the oven Carefully wipe the bulb clean after each oven cleaning being careful not to move the bulb as a change in its position could affect how the oven bakes Do not spray any oven cleaner on the outside oven door handles or any exterior surface of the oven cabinet or painted surfaces The cleaner can damage these surfaces Care and cleaning of the range Oven Racks Clean the racks with an abrasive cleanser or scouring pad After cleaning rinse the racks with clean water and dry with a clean cloth
  • Page 23 - English - : Consumer SupportInstallation Instructions Troubleshooting TipsOperating Instructions Safety Instructions wwwAmericanaAppliancescom Special Care of ContinuousCleaning Oven Interior on some models The special coating is a porous ceramic material which is dark in color and feels slightly rough to the touch The ContinuousCleaning Oven cleans itself while cooking The oven walls are finished with a special coating that cannot be cleaned in the usual manner with soap detergents steel wool pads commercial oven cleaners coarse abrasive pads or coarse brushes Use of such cleansers andor the use of oven sprays will cause permanent damage If magnified the surface would appear as peaks valleys and subsurface tunnels This rough finish tends to prevent grease spatters from forming little beads or droplets that run down the side walls of a hardsurface oven liner leaving unsightly streaks that require hand cleaning Instead when spatter hits the porous finish it is dispersed and partially absorbed This spreading action increases the exposure of oven soil to heated air and makes it somewhat less noticeable Soil may not disappear completely and at some time after extended usage stains may appear that cannot be removed The special coating works best on small amounts of spatter It does not work well with larger spills especially sugars egg or dairy mixtures The oven bottom does not have the continuous cleaning oven coating and can be removed and cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner This special coating is not used on the oven racks oven bottom or the inside of the oven door Remove these to clean with a commercial oven cleaner to prevent damaging the ContinuousCleaning Oven coating Make sure the oven bottom is in place before you turn the oven on for any reason Use care in removing and replacing the oven bottom and racks and in placing and removing dishes and food to avoid scratching rubbing or otherwise damaging the porous finish on the oven walls To Clean the ContinuousCleaning Oven Let range parts cool before handling We recommend rubber gloves be worn when cleaning Remove racks and cookware Soil visibility may be reduced by operating the oven at 400F Close the door and turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to 400F Time for at least four hours Repeated cycles may be necessary before improvement in appearance is apparent REMEMBER During the operation of the oven the door and other range surfaces will get hot enough to cause burns Do not touch Let the range cool before replacing the oven racks If a spillover or heavy soiling occurs on the porous surface as soon as the oven has cooled remove as much of the soil as possible using a small amount of water and a stiffbristle nylon brush Use water sparingly and change it frequently keeping it as clean as possible and be sure to blot it up with paper towels cloths or sponges Do not rub or scrub with paper towels cloths or sponges since they will leave unsightly lint on the oven finish If water leaves a white ring on the finish as it dries apply water again and blot it with a clean sponge starting at the edge of the ring and working toward the center The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish The oven bottom comes out for cleaning away from the Continuous Cleaning Oven The inside of the oven door has a porcelain enamel finish The oven door lifts off for cleaning away from the Continuous Cleaning Oven For instructions on how to clean the inside of the oven door refer to the LiftOff Oven Door section Do not use soap detergent steel wool pads commercial oven cleaner silicone oven sprays coarse pads or coarse brushes on the porous surface These products will spot clog and damage the porous surface and reduce its ability to work Do not scrape the porous surface with a knife or spatula they could permanently damage the finish
  • Page 24 - English - : If you have questions call 18004322737 Installation Range Instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully Installation of this range must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z2231NFPA54 latest edition In Canada installation must conform with the current Natural Gas Installation Code CANCGA B1491 or the current Propane Installation Code CANCGAB1492 and with local codes where applicable This range has been designcertified by CSA International according to ANSI Z211 latest edition and Canadian Gas Association according to CANCGA11 latest edition As with any appliance using gas and generating heat there are certain safety precautions you should follow You will find these precautions in the Important Safety Information section in the front of this manual Read them carefully IMPORTANT Save these instructions for local inspectors use IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and ordinances Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer Note to Consumer Keep these instructions for future reference Note This appliance must be properly grounded Servicer The electrical diagram is in an envelope attached to the back of the range Skill Level Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter When using balltype gas shutoff valves they shall be the Thandle type A flexible gas connector when used must not exceed 3 feet
  • Page 25 - English - : Installation Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance If you smell gas Open windows Dont touch electrical switches Extinguish any open flame Immediately call your gas supplier MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED Gas line shutoff valve Pipe joint sealant or ULapproved pipe thread tape with Teflon that resists action of natural and LP gases Flexible metal appliance connector 12 ID A 5foot length is recommended for ease of installation but other lengths are acceptable Never use an old connector when installing a new range Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line 34 or 12 NPT x 12 ID Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator on range 12 NPT x 12 ID Liquid leak detector or soapy water Lag bolt or 12 OD sleeve anchor for concrete floors only Long matches andor match holder for models equipped with standing pilots Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Flatblade screwdriver 316 or smaller Pipe wrenches 2 one for backup Phillips screwdriver Openend or adjustable wrench Pencil and ruler Level Drill awl or nail PART INCLUDED Antitip bracket kit
  • Page 26 - English - : Installation Instructions WARNING INSTALLATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions completely and carefully Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency manufacturer dealer or the gas supplier Never reuse old flexible connectors The use of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal injury Always use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance IMPORTANT Remove all packing material and literature from oven before connecting gas and electrical supply to range CAUTION Do not attempt to operate the oven of this range during a power failure Electric Ignition models only Have your range installed by a qualified installer Your range must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSINFPA 70 latest edition In Canada electrical grounding must be in accordance with the current CSA C221 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 andor local codes See Electrical Connections in this section Before installing your range on linoleum or any other synthetic floor covering make sure the floor covering can withstand 180F without shrinking warping or discoloring Do not install the range over carpeting unless a sheet of 14 thick plywood or similar insulator is placed between the range and carpeting Make sure the wall coverings around the range can withstand heat generated by the range up to 200F Avoid placing cabinets above the range To reduce the hazard caused by reaching over the open flames of operating burners install a ventilation hood over the range that projects forward at least 5 beyond the front of the cabinets The ventilating hood must be constructed of sheet metal not less than 00122 thick Install above the cooktop with a clearance of not less than 14 between the hood and the underside of the combustible material or metal cabinet The hood must be at least as wide as the appliance and centered over the appliance Clearance between the cooking surface and the ventilation hood surface MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES EXCEPTION Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance If cabinets are placed above the range allow a minimum clearance of 30 between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets If a 30 clearance between cooking surface and overhead combustible material or metal cabinets cannot be maintained protect the underside of the cabinets above the cooktop with not less than 14 insulating millboard covered with sheet metal not less than 00122 thick Clearance between the cooking surface and protected cabinets MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES The vertical distance from the plane of the cooking surface to the bottom of adjacent overhead cabinets extending closer than 1 to the plane of the range sides must not be less than 18 See the Dimensions and Clearances illustration in this section CAUTION Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a rangechildren climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured
  • Page 27 - English - : 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 The range may be placed with 0 clearance flush at the back wall To cabinets below cooktop and at the range back 30 30 1 2 Minimum 13 To wall on either side standard burner models To wall on either side sealed burner models Maximum depth for cabinets above countertops Front edge of the range side panel forward from cabinet 18 0 14 Minimum to cabinets on either side of the range 36 4 to 28 2 Depth with door closed includes door handle Depth varies depending on model See specifications sheet for your model 30 4 14 8 Depth with door open 8 glass door 4 porcelain door
  • Page 28 - English - : Installation Instructions MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION Depending on your range youll find the model and serial numbers on a label on the front frame of the range behind the kick panel or broiler drawer LOCATION 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 Your range like many other household items is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting Use care when moving the range on this type of flooring It is recommended that the following simple and inexpensive instructions be followed to protect your floor The range should be installed on a sheet of plywood or similar material When the floor covering ends at the front of the range the area that the range will rest on should be built up with plywood to the same level or higher than the floor covering This will allow the range to be moved for cleaning or servicing Also make sure your floor covering will withstand 180F See the Installation Safety Instructions section Make sure the wall coverings around your range can withstand the heat generated up to 200F by the range See the Installation Safety Instructions section IMPORTANT Remove all tape and packaging Make sure the burners are properly seated and level Lift up the cooktop on models with standard twin burners and remove any packing material under it Take the accessory pack out of the oven andor drawer Check to be sure that no range parts have come loose during shipping WARNING ANTITIP DEVICE To reduce the risk of tipping the range the range must be secured by a properly installed antitip bracket See installation instructions shipped with the bracket for complete details before attempting to install To check if the bracket is installed and engaged properly carefully tip the range forward The bracket should stop the range within 4 inches If it does not the bracket must be reinstalled If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason always repeat this procedure to verify the range is properly secured by the antitip bracket For freestanding or slidein ranges never completely remove the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the antitip device properly If you did not receive an antitip bracket with your purchase call 18006268774 to receive one at no cost in Canada call 18005613344 For installation instructions of the bracket visit GEAppliancescom in Canada GEAppliancesca
  • Page 29 - English - : Installation Instructions PROVIDE ADEQUATE GAS SUPPLY Your range is designed to operate at a pressure of 4 of water column on natural gas or if designed for LP gas propane or butane 10 of water column Make sure you are supplying your range with the type of gas for which it is designed This range is convertible for use on natural or propane gas If you decide to use this range on LP gas conversion must be made by a qualified LP installer before attempting to operate the range on that gas For proper operation the pressure of natural gas supplied to the regulator must be between 4 and 13 of water column For LP gas the pressure supplied must be between 10 and 13 of water column When checking for proper operation of the regulator the inlet pressure must be at least 1 greater than the operating manifold pressure as given above The pressure regulator located at the inlet of the range manifold must remain in the supply line regardless of whether natural or LP gas is being used A flexible metal appliance connector used to connect the range to the gas supply line should have an ID of 12 and be 5 feet in length for ease of installation In Canada flexible connectors must be single wall metal connectors no longer than 6 feet in length CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS Shut off the main gas supply valve before disconnecting the old range and leave it off until the new hookup has been completed Dont forget to relight the pilot on other gas appliances when you turn the gas back on Because hard piping restricts movement of the range the use of a CSA Internationalcertified flexible metal appliance connector is recommended unless local codes require a hardpiped connection Never use an old connector when installing a new range If the hard piping method is used you must carefully align the pipe the range cannot be moved after the connection is made To prevent gas leaks put pipe joint compound on or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon around all male external pipe threads Install a manual gas line shutoff valve in the gas line in an easily accessed location outside of the range Make sure everyone operating the range knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the range Install male 12 flare union adapter to the 12 NPT internal thread at inlet of regulator Use a backup wrench on the regulator fitting to avoid damage Install male 12 or 34 flare union adapter to the NPT internal thread of the manual shutoff valve taking care to back up the shutoff valve to keep it from turning Connect flexible metal appliance connector to the adapter on the range Position range to permit connection at the shutoff valve When all connections have been made make sure all range controls are in the off position and turn on the main gas supply valve Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and connections to check for leaks in the system When using test pressures greater than 12 psig to pressure test the gas supply system of the residence disconnect the range and individual shutoff valve from the gas supply piping When using test pressures of 12 psig or less to test the gas supply system simply isolate the range from the gas supply system by closing the individual shutoff valve Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont E D C B A WARNING DO NOT USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS
  • Page 30 - English - : Installation Instructions This area allows for flush range installation with throughthewall connection of pipe stubshutoff valve and rear wall 120V outlet This area allows for flush range installation with throughthefloor connection of pipe stubshutoff valve Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS for models with Standard Twin Burners This area allows for flush range installation with throughthefloor connection of pipe stubshutoff valve Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup This area allows for flush range installation with throughthewall connection of pipe stubshutoff valve and rear wall 120V outlet GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS for models with Sealed Burners
  • Page 31 - English - : FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP for models equipped with Sealed Burners Installation Instructions RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS for models equipped with Sealed Burners Pressure regulator Gas Flow into Range Flex connector 6 feet maximum Adapter Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shutoff valve 12 or 34 Gas pipe Adapter Gas shutoff valve Pressure regulator 45 Elbow Nipple Union 90 Elbow Black iron pipe Union Nipple Gas shutoff valve 12 or 34 Gas pipe Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shutoff valve Gas shutoff valve 12 or 34 Gas pipe Pressure regulator Nipple 90 Elbow 90 Elbow Adapter Adapter 90 Elbow Quick connect or union Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shutoff valve Alternate Hookup Nipple Nipple 90 Elbow Gas Flow into Range Gas Flow into Range
  • Page 32 - English - : Installation Instructions RIGID PIPE HOOKUP for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners Adapter 12 or 34 Gas pipe Adapter Flex connector 6 feet maximum Manifold pipe Pressure regulator Gas shutoff valve UnionNipple Manifold pipe Nipple Union Black iron pipe 90 Elbow Pressure regulator Gas Flow into Range Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shutoff valve 12 or 34 Gas pipe Gas shutoff valve Gas Flow into Range Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shutoff valve
  • Page 33 - English - : Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Electrical Requirements 120volt 60 Hertz properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15amp or 20amp circuit breaker or timedelay fuse Extension Cord Cautions Because of potential safety hazards associated with certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a ULlisted 3wire groundingtype appliance extension cord and that the current carrying rating of the cord in amperes be equivalent to or greater than the branch circuit rating Grounding IMPORTANTPlease read carefully FOR PERSONAL SAFETY THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3prong grounding plug which mates with a standard 3prong grounding wall receptacle to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance The customer should have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded Where a standard 2prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3prong wall receptacle DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD Preferred Method Ensure proper ground exists before use A word about GFCIsGFCIs are not required or recommended for gas range receptacles Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters GFCIs are devices that sense leakage of current in a circuit and automatically switch off power when a threshold leakage level is detected These devices must be manually reset by the consumer The National Electrical Code requires the use of GFCIs in kitchen receptacles installed to serve countertop surfaces Performance of the range will not be affected if operated on a GFCIprotected circuit but occasional nuisance tripping of the GFCI breaker is possible Usage Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Infrequently An adapter may be used only on a 15amp circuit Do not use an adapter on a 20amp circuit Where local codes permit a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded twoprong wall receptacle by the use of a ULlisted adapter available at most hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord A Temporary Method Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada Ensure proper ground and firm connection before use Align large prongsslots CAUTION Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal and not insulated and the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring The customer should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded
  • Page 34 - English - : Installation Instructions SEAL THE OPENINGS Seal any openings in the wall behind the range and in the floor under the range when hookups are completed ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS cont When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter always hold the adapter with one hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Should this happen DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established Usage Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Frequently Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because disconnecting of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal The customer should have the 2prong wall receptacle replaced with a threeprong grounding receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance The installation of appliances designed for mobile home installation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 or when such standard is not applicable the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations latest edition Manufactured Home Sites Communities and SetUps ANSI A2251 latest edition or with local codes In Canada mobile home installation must be in accordance with the current CANCSA Z240MH Mobile Home Installation Code Electric Disconnect Locate disconnect plug on the range back Pinch sides of connector and pull out of range back B LIGHT THE PILOTS For models equipped with standing pilots If the range is an electric ignition model the burners are ignited by electric ignition which eliminates the need for standing pilot lights The range should be installed in its permanent position before any pilots are lit or adjusted Light the Surface Burner Pilots 1 Raise the cooktop 2 Light both pilots with a match 3 To avoid pilot outage use caution when closing cooktop after lighting pilots NOTE Do not leave standing pilot lit in a newly constructed or remodeled home or apartment that will be unoccupied for more than a month Each pilot flame was adjusted at the factory to be approximately 516 tall A tinge of yellow appearing at the upper tip is normal If you find pilot adjustment is necessary follow instructions in Step B A CAUTION Make sure the surface burner control knobs are in the OFF position before attempting to light the pilots 516
  • Page 35 - English - : LIGHT THE PILOTS cont Adjust the Surface Burner Pilots if Necessary 1 Raise the cooktop 2 Locate the pilot adjustment screw It can be accessed through the small hole near the center of the manifold panel 3 To adjust use a bladetype screwdriver with a shaft diameter of less than or equal to 316 Turn pilot adjustment screw until pilot flame is 516 high Do not reduce the flame to less than 516 or pilot outage may occur A pilot flame burning higher than recommended may generate soot carbon black on the bottom of your cooktop B Light the Oven Pilot 1 Ensure that the top burners are lit before attempting to light the oven pilot turn them off after you have lit the oven pilot 2 Remove the oven door See LiftOff Oven Door in the Care and cleaning of range section 3 Remove the oven racks C Light the Oven Pilot cont 4 Remove the oven bottom To remove Remove knurled screws holding down rear of oven bottom Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side Lift rear of oven bottom enough to clear the lip of range frame then pull out 5 Locate the pilot in the back of the oven bottom The pilot is attached to the left side of the oven burner 6 To light the oven pilot push in and hold the oven control knob while lighting the pilot with a long match or match holder Once the oven pilot is lit continue holding the oven control knob for one minute before releasing No adjustments are required for natural gas If the range is connected to LP gas contact the person who installed your range or made the conversion If pilot flame does not stay lit repeat this step C Pilot Installation Instructions CAUTION Make sure the surface burner control knobs are in the OFF position before attempting to adjust the pilots Oven bottom Shield on some models
  • Page 36 - English - : Installation Instructions Adjust Broil Burner Air Adjustment Shutter on Models with a Broiler Drawer if Necessary Determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly With the oven bottom removed properly adjusted flames should have approximately 1 blue cones and if range is supplied with natural gas should burn with no yellow tipping With most LP gas small yellow tips at the end of outer cones are normal Flames should not lift off burner ports If lifting is observed gradually reduce air shutter opening until flames are stabilized The shutter for the oven burner is near the back wall of the oven and behind the broiler drawer E LIGHT THE PILOTS cont Check Ignition of Oven Burner The oven is designed to operate quietly and automatically To operate the oven turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to a setting above 260F After 3090 seconds the oven burner will ignite and burn until the set temperature is reached The oven burner will continue to cycle on and off as necessary to maintain the oven at the temperature indicated by the OVEN CONTROL knob Electric ignition models require electrical power to operate In case of a power outage the oven burners on these models cannot be lit manually with a match Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot If the oven is in use when a power outage occurs the burner will shut off and cannot be relit until power is restored D Adjust Broil Burner Air Adjustment Shutter on Models with a Broiler Drawer if Necessary cont To Remove the Broiler Drawer 1 Pull the drawer out until it stops then push it back in about one inch 2 Grasp handle lift and pull broiler drawer out On some models remove the metal shield at the rear of the cavity To adjust the flow of air to the burner loosen the Phillipshead screw and rotate the shutter to allow more or less air into the burner tube E Loosen Air adjustment shutter Metal shield on some models
  • Page 37 - English - : Installation Instructions Replace Oven Parts After all adjustments are made replace the broiler drawer oven bottom racks and oven door G LIGHT THE PILOTS cont Check Ignition of Surface Burners Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after pilots have been lighted on some models and the range and gas supply lines have been carefully checked for leaks Standing Pilot Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to HI position The burner should light within a few seconds Try each burner in succession until all burners have been checked Electric Ignition Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to LITE position You will hear a clicking sound indicating proper operation of the spark module Once the air has been purged from the supply lines burners should light within 4 seconds After burner lights rotate knob out of the LITE position Try each burner in succession until all burners have been checked Quality of Flames The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually If burner flames look like A call for service Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas you use With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal C Soft blue flamesNormal for natural gas B Yellow tips on outer cones Normal for LP gas A Yellow flames Call for service F
  • Page 38 - English - : LEVEL THE RANGE Install the oven racks in the oven and position the range where it will be installed Check for levelness by placing a spirit level or a cup partially filled with water on one of the oven racks If using a spirit level take two readingswith the level placed diagonally first in one direction and then the other Remove the broiler drawer or kick panel See the Care and cleaning of the range section The front leveling legs can be adjusted from the bottom and the rear legs can be adjusted from the top or the bottom Use an openend or adjustable wrench to adjust the leveling legs until the range is level After the range is level slide the range away from the wall so that the AntiTip device can be installed E D C B A Leg leveler Lower range Raise range on some models Raise range Lower range on some models INSTALL THE ANTITIP DEVICE Mark the wall where the RIGHT EDGE of the range is to be located Be sure to allow for the countertop overhang if you intend to install the range next to cabinets Locate the outside edge of the device 8 toward the center of the range from the marked edge of the range Using the device as a template mark the position of the hole for the screw C B A WARNING Range must be secured with an approved AntiTip device Unless properly installed the range could be tipped by you or a child standing sitting or leaning on an open door After installing the AntiTip device verify that it is in place by carefully attempting to tilt the range forward This range has been designed to meet all recognized industry tip standards for all normal conditions The use of this device does not preclude tipping of the range when not properly installed If the AntiTip device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the universal AntiTip device WB02K10254 AntiTip device Slotted head screw Approx 20 8 Wallplate Marked edge of range Installation Instructions
  • Page 39 - English - : WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE COMPLETED Make sure all controls are left in the OFF position Make sure the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the range is unobstructed CONVERT TO LP GAS or convert back to natural gas from LP This range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas If you want to convert to LP gas the conversion must be performed by a qualified LP gas installer The conversion instructions and LP orifices can be found attached to the range next to the pressure regulator Keep these instructions and the orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas Installation Instructions INSTALL THE ANTITIP DEVICE cont For wood construction drill a pilot hole at an angle of 20 from the horizontal A nail or awl may be used if a drill is not available Mount the AntiTip device with the screw provided For cement or concrete construction you will need a 14 x 1 2 lag bolt and a 12 OD sleeve anchor which are not provided Drill the recommended size hole for the hardware Install the sleeve anchor into the drilled hole and then install the lag bolt through the device The bolts must be properly tightened as recommended for the hardware Slide the range against the wall and check for proper installation by grasping the front edge of the cooktop and carefully attempting to tilt the range forward The bracket should stop the range within 4 inches If it does not the bracket must be reinstalled E D Back of range Wallboard Wood screw AntiTip device
  • Page 40 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Top burners do not light Plug on range is not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live or do not burn evenly inserted in the electrical outlet properly grounded outlet Burner hole or slits on the side Remove the burners on models with standard twin of the burner may be clogged burners or burner heads and caps on models with sealed burners and clean them with a sewing needle or twisttie Make sure you do not enlarge the holes On sealed burner models check and clean the electrode area for burnedon food or grease Improper burner assembly Make sure the burner parts are installed correctly See the Care and cleaning of the range section Drip pans if so equipped Make sure the drip pans are installed correctly are not installed correctly Pilots is are not lit See the Light the Surface Burner Pilots section in the on standing pilot models Installation Instructions Burner flames very Improper air to gas ratio If range is connected to LP gas contact the person large or yellow who installed your range or made the conversion Surface burners light The oven gas shutoff valve To check the oven gas shutoff valve on sealed burner but oven does not may have accidentally been models remove the broiler drawer or kick panel moved during cleaning or see the Care and cleaning of the range section and moving look for the gas shutoff lever at the back of the range To check the oven gas shutoff valve on standard twin burner models raise the cooktop and look for the gas shutoff lever at the extreme right rear corner Standing pilot models do not have a gas shutoff valve on the regulator Follow the directions in box A or B that match your regulator type Lever is shown closed PULL TO OPEN Sealed burner models Lever is shown closed PULL TO OPEN Standard twin burner models Lever is shown closed PULL TO OPEN Standard twin burner models AB
  • Page 41 - English - : Problem Possible Causes What To Do Clock does not work Plug on range is not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live inserted in the electrical outlet properly grounded outlet A fuse in your home may be Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker blown or the circuit breaker tripped Oven controls improperly set See the Using the clock and timer section 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 See the Using the oven section of improper size being used Oven thermostat needs See the Adjust the oven thermostatDo it yourself section adjustment Clock not set correctly See the Using the clock and timer section Aluminum foil used improperly See the Care and cleaning of the range section in the oven Oven bottom not securely See the Installation of the range section seated in position Food does not Oven controls improperly set See the Using the oven section broil properly Oven door andor broiler drawer See the Broiling section not closed Improper rack position See the Broiling guide being used Food being cooked in a hot pan Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range Make sure it is cool Cookware not suited for broiling Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range Aluminum foil used on the See the Using the oven section the broiling pan and grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended Oven bottom not securely See the Installation of the range section seated in position Oven temperature Oven thermostat See the Adjust the oven thermostatDo it yourself section too hot or too cold needs adjustment Oven light does not work Light bulb is loose or defective Tighten or replace the bulb Plug on range is not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly inserted in the electrical outlet grounded outlet Oven not heating up Pilot is not lit on standing See the Light the Oven Pilot section in the Installation pilot models Instructions wwwAmericanaAppliancescom Consumer SupportOperating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips
  • Page 42 - English - : Troubleshooting Tips Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Crackling or This is the sound of the This is normal popping sound metal heating and cooling during cooking Rainbow effect in This is caused by the heat This is normal the oven window treatment applied to the on some models oven window Power outage Power outage or surge Reset the clock clock flashes Strong odor An odor from the insulation This is temporary around the inside of the oven is normal for the first few times the oven is used Improper air to gas ratio Adjust oven burner air shutter Fan noise A cooling fan may automatically This is normal The cooling fan will turn off and on turn on and off to cool internal parts Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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  • Page 45 - English - : Accessories Consumer SupportOperating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Looking For Something More You can find these accessories and many more by calling 8006262002 during normal business hours Have your model number ready Tired of discolored racks Wishing you had extraheavyduty oven racks NOW AVAILABLE for your range New innovative porcelaincoated oven racks Heavy Duty Durable Able to be cleaned in a selfcleaning oven on models so equipped Drip Pans Oven Racks Broiler Pan Light Bulbs Knobs Cleaner Grates Surface Burners amp Caps
  • Page 46 - English - : Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Improper installation delivery or maintenance Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Products which are not defective broken or which are working as described in the Owners Manual Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance Damage caused after delivery Product not accessible to provide required service What Is Not Covered This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the 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 In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your states Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 For The Period Of We Will Replace One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this From the date of the limited oneyear warranty we will also provide free of charge all labor and inhome service original purchase to replace the defective part Gas Range Warranty All warranty services for Americana are provided by GE Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service call 8004322737 Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service Staple your receipt here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIESYour sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law
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  • Page 48 - English - : Consumer Support Schedule Service Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door Schedule service at your convenience by calling 8004322737 during normal business hours In Canada call 18005613344 Extended Warranties Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it by calling 8006262224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires In Canada call 18882612133 Parts and Accessories Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order by phone at 8006262002 during normal business hours Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe service center or call 18006611616 Contact Us wwwAmericanaAppliancescom If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE send a letter to GE Please include your phone number Write to General Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 In Canada Write to Director Consumer Relations Mabe Canada Inc Suite 310 1 Factory Lane Moncton NB E1C 9M3 Printed in Mexico Printed on Recycled Paper