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183D5580P254 49-85172-1 06-09 JR
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Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ____________________
Serial #______________________
You can find them on a label
on the front of the range behind
the warming drawer, storage
drawer or kick panel.
Safety Instructions . . . . . .2–7
Operating Instructions
Aluminum Foil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . .15, 16
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10–25
Baking and Roasting . . . . . . . .13
Broiling, Broiling Guide . . . . . . .14
Oven Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Power Outage . . . . . . . . . . .12, 16
Preheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Sabbath Feature . . . . . . . . .19, 20
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 25
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Thermostat Adjustment . . . . .21
Timed Baking
and Roasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Surface Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Warming Drawer . . . . . . . . .22, 23
Care and Cleaning
Burner Assembly . . . . . . . . . .26–28
Burner Grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Control Panel and Knobs . . . . .32
Cooktop Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Kick Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Lift-Up Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Oven Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Oven Light Replacement . . . . . .32
Oven Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 25
Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Stainless Steel Surfaces . . . . . . .29
Storage Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Warming Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Installation
Instructions
. . . . . . . . . . . .33–44
Air Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Anti-Tip Device . . . . . . . . . . . .36, 44
Checking Burner Ignition . . . . . .42
Connecting the Range
to Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37–40
Dimensions and Clearances . . .35
Electrical Connections . . . . .41, 42
Leveling the Range . . . . . . . . . . .43
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
LP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Troubleshooting
Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45–48
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
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Consumer
Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Warranty for Customers
in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Warranty for Customers
in the U.S.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
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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 neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s 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.
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To reduce the risk of tipping the range, the range must
be secured by a properly installed anti-tip bracket. See
installation instructions shipped with the bracket for complete
details before attempting to install.
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 anti-tip bracket.
For free-standing or slide-in ranges, never completely remove
the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the anti-tip
device properly.
If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your purchase,
call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at no cost (in Canada, call
1.800.561.3344). For installation instructions of the bracket,
visit GEAppliances.com (in Canada, GEAppliances.ca).
ANTI-TIP DEVICE
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WARNING!
Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut-off 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 120-volt 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,
three-prong 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.
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Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path
and out of drafty locations to prevent 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
manufacturer’s 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.
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, storage drawer, warming
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 range—children climbing on the range
to reach items could be seriously injured.
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 storage drawer, a warming drawer
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
well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray.
Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or
foam-type fire extinguisher.
Flaming grease outside a pan can be put
out by covering it with baking soda or,
if available, by using a multi-purpose dry
chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.
Flame in the oven or warming drawer can
be smothered completely by closing the oven
door and turning the control to off or by using
a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type
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 warming
drawer, kick panel or storage drawer.
Large scratches or impacts to glass doors can
lead to broken or shattered glass.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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.
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SURFACE BURNERS
Use proper pan size—avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat
bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. To avoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large enough
to contain the food properly. This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations
of food, since heavy spattering or spillovers left on range can ignite. Use pans with handles that can
be easily grasped and remain cool.
Always use the LITE position 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 holders—moist 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 top-of-range 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 deep-fat frying. Filling the
pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when
food is added.
Do not flame foods on the cooktop. If you do
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.
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.
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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 stop-lock 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.
Do not use aluminum foil anywhere in
the oven except as described in this manual.
Misuse could result in a fire hazard or damage
to the range.
When using cooking or roasting bags in the
oven, follow the manufacturer’s directions.
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 any 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 flare-ups.
Make sure any broiler pan is in place correctly
to reduce the possibility of grease fires.
If you should have a grease fire in a broiler
pan, touch the Clear/Off pad, and keep
the 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.
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COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY
Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry
to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against
foodborne illness.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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.
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Be sure to wipe off excess spillage before
self-cleaning operation.
Before self-cleaning the oven, remove
the racks, any broiler pan, grid and other
cookware.
Do not clean the door gasket. The door gasket
is essential for a good seal. Care should be
taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.
Clean only parts listed in this Owner’s Manual.
If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions,
turn the oven off and disconnect the power
supply. Have it serviced by a qualified
technician.
Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial
oven cleaner or oven liner of any kind should
be used in or around any part of the oven.
Residue from oven cleaners will damage
the inside of the oven when the self-clean
cycle is used.
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The purpose of the warming drawer
is to hold hot cooked foods at serving
temperature. Always start with hot food;
cold food cannot be heated or cooked
in the warming drawer.
Do not use the warming drawer to dry
newspapers. If overheated, they can catch
on fire.
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils
or food in the warming drawer when not
in use.
Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings
in or near your warming drawer.
Always keep wooden and plastic utensils
and canned food a safe distance away from
your warming drawer.
Do not warm food in the warming drawer
for more than two hours.
Do not touch the heating element or the
interior surface of the warming drawer.
These surfaces may be hot enough to burn.
REMEMBER: The inside surface of the warming
drawer may be hot when the drawer is
opened.
Use care when opening the drawer. Open the
drawer a crack and let hot air or steam escape
before removing or replacing food. Hot air or
steam which escapes can cause burns to
hands, face and/or eyes.
Do not use aluminum foil to line the drawer.
Foil is an excellent heat insulator and will
trap heat beneath it. This will upset the
performance of the drawer and it could
damage the interior finish.
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How to Light a Gas Surface Burner
Make sure all the surface burners are placed
in their respective positions.
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.
Push the control knob in and turn it
to the LITE position.
Using the gas surface burners.
Medium
Small
Medium
Large
Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting a Gas Burner
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.
Sealed Gas Burners
Your gas range cooktop has four sealed
gas burners. They offer convenience
and flexibility to be used in a wide range
of cooking applications.
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, on some models,
left front) and the large (right front and, on
some models, left front) burners are the
primary burners for most cooking. These
general-purpose 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.
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.
On some models
Medium Small
Large
Large
On some models
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Use a flat-bottomed wok.
Top-of-Range Cookware
Aluminum: Medium-weight 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.
Cast-Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets
will give satisfactory results.
Enamelware: Under some conditions,
the enamel of some cookware may melt.
Follow cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations for cooking methods.
Glass: There are two types of glass
cookware—those for oven use only and those
for top-of-range 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 manufacturer’s 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.
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
current 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
flat-bottomed wok. Make sure the wok bottom
sits flat on the grate. They are available at
your local retail store.
Only a flat-bottomed wok should be used.
Do not use a flat-bottomed 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
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.
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Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings (on some models)
Bake/Temp Recall Pad
Touch this pad to select the bake function.
Bake Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can change
the oven temperature at this point. Glows when
the oven is in bake mode.
Start/On Pad
Must be touched to start any cooking or cleaning
function.
Display
Shows the time of day, oven temperature,
whether the oven is in the bake, broil or
self-cleaning mode and the times set for
the timer or automatic oven operations.
The display will show PRE while preheating.
When the oven reaches the selected
temperature, the oven control will beep and
the display will show the oven temperature.
If “F–” and a number or letter flash in the display
and the oven control signals, this indicates a function
error code.
If your oven was set for a timed oven operation
and a power outage occurred, the clock and all
programmed functions must be reset.
The time of day will flash in the display when there
has been a power outage. Reset the clock.
If the function error code appears during the
self-cleaning cycle, check the oven door latch. The
latch handle may have been moved, even if only
slightly, from the latched position. Make sure the
latch is moved to the right as far as it will go.
Touch the Clear/Off pad. Allow the oven to cool
for one hour. Put the oven back into operation.
If the function error code repeats, disconnect
the power to the range and call for service.
Kitchen Timer On/Off Pad
Touch this pad to select the timer feature.
Then press the + and pads to adjust the timer.
Timer Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can change
the set time at this point. Glows when the timer
has been activated. Flashes again when the time
has run out until the control is reset.
Clock Pad
To set the clock, press this pad twice and then
press the + and pads. The time of day will
flash in the display when the oven is first
turned on.
Start Time Pad (on some models)
Use along with the Cooking Time or Self Clean
pads to set the oven to start and stop
automatically at a time you set.
Start Time Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can change
the start time at this point. Glows when the
function has been activated.
Cooking Time Pad (on some models)
Touch this pad and then touch the + or pads
to set the amount of time you want your food
to cook. The oven will shut off when the cooking
time has run out.
Cooking Time Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can change
the set time at this point. Glows when the
function has been activated. Flashes again when
the time has run out until the control is reset.
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Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings (on some models)
Automatic Oven Light (on some models)
This lights anytime the oven has been
programmed using the Cooking Time
or Start Time functions.
Oven Light On/Off Pad
Touch this pad to turn the oven light on or off.
– Pad
Short taps to this pad will decrease the time
or temperature by small amounts. Touch
and hold the pad to decrease the time
or temperature by larger amounts.
+ Pad
Short taps to this pad will increase the time
or temperature by small amounts. Touch
and hold the pad to increase the time
or temperature by larger amounts.
Self Clean Pad
Touch this pad to select the self-cleaning
function. See the Using the self-cleaning oven
section.
Clean Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can change
the length of time for the self-clean cycle at this
point. Glows when the oven is in the self-clean
cycle. After the self-clean cycle, the light will
turn off. Unlatch the door.
Clear/Off Pad
Touch this pad to cancel ALL oven operations
except the clock and timer.
Broil Hi/Lo Pad
Touch this pad to select the broil function.
Broil Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can switch from
Hi to Lo Broil at this point. Glows when the oven
is in broil mode.
Indicator Lights (on some pads)
EDIT mode lasts several seconds after the last
pad press. Start Time and Cooking Time will be
the only pads lit if either of these options is
selected. (Example: Start Time is selected with
Bake—the Start Time pad will remain lit until the
clock reaches the programmed time, at which
point it will turn off and the Bake/Temp Recall
pad light will light up.)
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The oven cycling light comes on during cooking.
Oven Temperature Knob (on some models)
Appearance may vary.
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To avoid possible burns, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on.
Oven Vent
Your oven is vented through ducts at the rear
of the range. Do not block these ducts when
cooking in the oven—it 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 operation—
they 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 cooktop—they 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.
Plastic items on the cooktop may melt
if left too close to the vent.
Vent appearance and location vary.
Using the oven.
Before you begin…
The racks have stop-locks, 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
(stop-locks) 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.
The oven has 5 rack positions.
It also has a special low rack position (R)
for extra large items, such as a large
turkey.
Power Outage
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)
Touch the Oven Light On/Off pad on
the upper control panel to turn the light
on or off.
Oven Light (on some models)
Press the Oven Light On/Off pad on the lower
control panel to turn the light on or off.
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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.
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for self-cleaning only.
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How to Set the Upper Oven for Baking or Roasting
Your oven is not designed for open-door
cooking.
Touch the BAKE pad.
Touch the number pads to set
the desired temperature.
Touch the START pad.
The word ON and 100° will be displayed.
As the oven heats up, the display will show
the changing temperature. When the oven
reaches the temperature you set, a tone
will sound.
To change the oven temperature during
BAKE cycle, press the BAKE pad and then
the number pads to get the new temperature.
Check food for doneness at minimum
time on recipe. Cook longer if necessary.
Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad when
cooking is complete.
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
when convection baking and for good
results when baking cakes, cookies,
pastry and breads.
Baking results will be better if foods are
centered in the oven as much as possible.
Pans should not touch each other or the
walls of the oven.
For best results when baking four cake layers
at a time, use racks B and D. Place the lower
pans at the back of the rack and the upper
pans at the front of the rack as shown so that
one pan is not directly above another leaving
approximately 1-1/2 between pans, from
the front, back and sides of the walls.
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.
Aluminum Foil
Do not use aluminum foil on the bottom
of the oven.
Never entirely cover a rack with aluminum
foil. This will disturb the heat circulation
and result in poor baking.
A smaller sheet of foil may be used to catch
a spillover by placing it on a lower rack
several inches below the food.
Type of Food Rack Position
Angel food cake A or C
Bundt or pound cakes A or C
Biscuits, muffins, brownies, C
cookies, cupcakes,
layer cakes, pies
Casseroles B or C
Pies – On cookie sheet B or C
Roasting R or A
4-Layer cakes B & D
When baking on a single rack, use
the rack position from the chart for
your type of food. Baking results will
be better if baking pans are centered
in the oven as much as possible.
When baking four cake layers at a time,
use racks B and D. Place the lower pans
at the back of the rack and the upper
pans to the front of the rack shown
so that one pan is not directly above
another.
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Do not lock the oven door with the latch during broiling. The latch is used for self-cleaning only.
Broiling Guide
Using the oven.
How to Set the Oven for Broiling
NOTE: On models with an OVEN TEMP knob, turn
it to BROIL.
Place the meat or fish on a broiler grid
in a broiler pan.
Follow suggested rack positions
in the Broiling Guide.
The oven door must be closed during
broiling.
Touch the Broil Hi/Lo pad once for
Hi Broil.
To change to Lo Broil, touch the
Broil Hi/Lo pad again.
Touch the Start/On pad.
When broiling is finished, touch the
Clear/Off pad.
Serve the food immediately, and leave the
pan outside the oven to cool during the meal
for easiest cleaning.
Use Lo Broil to cook foods such as poultry
or thick cuts of meat thoroughly without
overbrowning them.
Quantity and/ Rack* First Side Second Side
Food or Thickness Position Time (min.) Time (min.) Comments
Bacon 1/2 lb. C 4 3 Arrange in single layer.
(about 8 thin slices)
Ground Beef 1 lb. (4 patties) C 10 7–10 Space evenly. Up to
Well Done 1/2 to 3/4 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
1
2 lbs. C 12 5–6 through before browning.
Well Done C 13 8–9 Pan frying is recommended.
Slash fat.
Rare
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2 thick C 10 6–7
Medium 2 to 2
1
2 lbs. C 12–15 10–12
Well Done C 25 16–18
Chicken 1 whole B 30–35 15–20 Brush each side with melted
2 to 2
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2 lbs., butter. Broil skin-side-down
split lengthwise first.
4 bone-in breasts B 25–30 10–15
Lobster Tails 2–4 C 13–16 Do not Cut through back of shell.
6 to 8 oz. each turn Spread open. Brush with
over. melted butter before broiling
and after half of broiling
time.
Fish Fillets 1/4 to 1/2 thick D 6 6 Handle and turn very
carefully. Brush with lemon
butter before and during
cooking, if desired. Preheat
broiler to increase browning.
Ham Slices 1 thick C 8 8
(precooked)
1/2 thick D 6 6
Pork Chops 2 (1/2 thick) D 10 8 Slash fat.
Well Done 2 (1 thick) about 1 lb. D 15 8
Lamb Chops
Medium 2 (1 thick) about 10 D 8 4–7 Slash fat.
Well Done to 12 oz. D 10 10
Medium 2 (1
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2 thick) about 1 lb. D 10 4–6
Well Done D 17 12–14
The size, weight, thickness,
starting temperature and your
preference of doneness will affect
broiling times. This guide is based
on meats at refrigerator
temperature.
†The U.S. Department of Agriculture
says “Rare beef is popular, but you
should know that cooking it to only
140°F means some food poisoning
organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe
Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide, USDA
Rev. June 1985.)
The oven has 5 rack positions.
*See illustration for description of rack positions.
Close the door. Always broil with
the door closed.
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Not all features are on all models.
To Set the Timer
The timer does not control oven operations.
The maximum setting on the timer is 9 hours
and 59 minutes.
Touch the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad.
Touch the + or pads until the amount
of time you want shows in the display.
The maximum time that can be entered
in minutes is 59. Times more than 59
minutes should be changed to hours
and minutes.
If you make a mistake, touch the Kitchen
Timer On/Off pad and begin again.
Touch the Start/On pad. The time
will start counting down, although
the display does not change until
one minute has passed.
When the timer reaches :00, the control
will beep 3 times followed by one beep
every 6 seconds until the Kitchen Timer
On/Off pad is touched.
The timer is a minute timer only.
The Clear/Off pad does not affect
the timer.
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To Set the Clock
The clock must be set to the correct time
of day for the automatic oven timing
functions to work properly. The time of day
cannot be changed during a delayed cooking
or a delayed self-cleaning cycle.
Touch the Clock pad twice.
Touch the + or pads.
If the + or pads are not touched within
one minute after you touch the Clock pad,
the display reverts to the original setting.
If this happens, touch the Clock pad twice
and reenter the time of day.
Touch the Start/On pad until the time
of day shows in the display. This enters
the time and starts the clock.
To check the time of day when the display
is showing other information, simply touch
the Clock pad. The time of day shows until
another pad is touched.
Make sure the clock is set to the correct
time of day.
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To Turn Off the Clock Display
If you have several clocks in your kitchen,
you may wish to turn off the time of day
clock display on your range.
Touch the Clock pad once to turn
off the time of day display. Although
you will not be able to see it, the clock
maintains the correct time of day.
Touch the Clock pad twice to recall
the clock display.
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Not all features are on all models.
Using the clock and timer. (on some models)
To Reset the Timer
If the display is still showing the time
remaining, you may change it by touching
the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad and then
touching the + or pads until the time
you want appears in the display.
If the remaining time is not in the display
(clock, start time or cooking time are in
the display), recall the remaining time by
touching the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad and
then touching the + or pads to enter the
new time you want.
To Cancel the Timer
Touch the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad twice.
End of Cycle Tones (on some models)
Clear the tones by pressing the pad of the
function you are using.
Power Outage
If a flashing time is in the display, you have
experienced a power failure. Reset the clock.
To reset the clock, touch the Clock pad. Enter
the correct time of day by touching the + or
pads. Touch the Start/On pad.
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Do not lock the oven door with the latch during timed cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only.
NOTE: Foods that spoil easily—such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork—should not be allowed to sit for
more than 1 hour before or after cooking. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure that
the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.
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How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop
The oven will turn on immediately and cook
for a selected length of time. At the end of the
cooking time, the oven will turn off
automatically.
Touch the Bake pad.
Touch the + or pads to set the
oven temperature.
Touch the Cooking Time pad.
NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating, you
may need to add additional time to the length
of the cooking time.
Touch the + or pads to set the
baking time.
The cooking time that you entered will be
displayed. (If you select Cooking Time first
and then adjust the Bake Temperature, the
oven temperature will be displayed instead.)
Touch the Start/On pad.
The display shows either the oven
temperature that you set or the cooking time
countdown. (The display starts with PRE if
showing the oven temperature.)
The oven will continue to cook for the
programmed amount of time, then turn
off automatically.
Touch the Clear/Off pad to clear
the display if necessary.
Remove the food from the oven. Remember,
even though the oven shuts off automatically,
foods continue cooking after controls are off.
How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop
The oven will turn on at the time of day you
set, cook for a specific length of time and then
turn off automatically.
Make sure the clock shows the correct
time of day.
Touch the Bake pad.
Touch the + or pads to set the
oven temperature.
Touch the Cooking Time pad.
Touch the + or pads to set the
desired length of cooking time.
Touch the Start Time pad.
Touch the + or pads to set the time
of day you want the oven to turn on
and start cooking.
Touch the Start/On pad.
NOTE: An attention tone will sound if you
are using timed baking and do not touch
the Start/On pad.
NOTE: If you would like to check the times
you have set, touch the Start Time pad to
check the start time you have set or touch
the Cooking Time pad to check the length
of cooking time you have set.
When the oven turns on at the time of day
you have set, the display will show PRE until
it reaches the selected temperature, and then
it will display the oven temperature.
At the end of cooking time, the oven will turn
off and the end of cycle tone will sound.
Touch the Clear/Off pad to clear
the display if necessary.
Remove the food from the oven. Remember,
even though the oven shuts off automatically,
foods continue cooking after controls are off.
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Your new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use. The following are the features and
how you may activate them.
The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day. They remain in the
control’s memory until the steps are repeated.
When the display shows your choice, touch the
Start/On pad. The special features will remain in memory after
a power failure.
NOTE: The Sabbath feature and the Thermostat Adjustment feature are also Special Features, but they are addressed
separately in the following sections.
Special features of your oven control. (on some models)
12 Hour Shut-Off
With this feature, should you forget and leave
the oven on, the control will automatically turn
off the oven after 12 hours during baking
functions or after 3 hours during a broil
function.
If you wish to turn OFF this feature, follow
the steps below.
Touch the Bake and Broil Hi/Lo pads
at the same time for 3 seconds until
the display shows SF.
Touch the Clock pad. The display will
show ON (12 hour shut-off). Touch the
Clock pad repeatedly until the display
shows OFF (no shut-off).
Touch the Start/On pad to activate
the no shut-off and leave the control set
in this special features mode.
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The Sabbath feature can be used for baking/roasting only. It cannot be used for broiling, self-cleaning or delay start
cooking.
NOTE: The oven light comes on automatically (on some models) when the door is opened and goes off when
the door is closed. The bulb may be removed. See the Oven Light Replacement section. On models with a light switch
on the control panel, the oven light may be turned on and left on.
How to Set for Timed Baking/Roasting—Immediate Start and Automatic Stop
NOTE: To understand how the oven control works,
practice using regular (non-Sabbath) Immediate
Start and Automatic Stop before entering the
Sabbath mode.
Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day
and the oven is off.
Touch and hold both the Bake and
Broil Hi/Lo pads, at the same time,
until the display shows SF.
Tap the Clock pad until SAb appears
in the display.
Touch the Start/On pad and will
appear in the display.
Touch the Cooking Time pad.
Touch the + or pads to set the desired
length of cooking time between 1 minute
and 9 hours and 59 minutes. The cooking
time that you entered will be displayed.
Touch the Start/On pad.
Touch the Bake pad. No signal will
be given.
The preset starting temperature will
automatically be set to 350.° Tap the +
or pads to increase or decrease the
temperature in 25° increments. The
temperature can be set between 170°
and 550.° No signal or temperature
will be given.
Touch the Start/On pad.
After a random delay period of
approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute,
will appear in the display indicating that the
oven is
baking/roasting.
If doesn’t appear
in the display, start again at Step 7.
To adjust the oven temperature, touch the
Bake pad and tap the + or pads to increase
or decrease the temperature in 25° increments.
Touch the Start/On pad.
When cooking is finished, the display will change
from to , indicating that the oven has turned
OFF but is still set in Sabbath. Remove the cooked
food.
Using the Sabbath feature.
(on some models)
(Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays)
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NOTE: To understand how the oven control works,
practice using regular baking (non-Sabbath) before
entering Sabbath mode.
Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day
and the oven is off.
Touch and hold both the Bake and
Broil Hi/Lo pads, at the same time,
until the display shows SF.
Tap the Clock pad until SAb appears
in the display.
Touch the Start/On pad and will
appear in the display.
Touch the Bake pad. No signal will
be given.
The preset starting temperature will
automatically be set to 350.° Tap the +
or pads to increase or decrease the
temperature in 25° increments. The
temperature can be set between 170°
and 550.° No signal or temperature
will be given.
Touch the Start/On pad.
After a random delay period of
approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute,
will appear in the display indicating that the
oven is
baking/roasting.
If doesn’t appear
in the display, start again at Step 4.
To adjust the oven temperature, touch the
Bake pad and tap the + or pads to increase
or decrease the temperature in 25° increments.
Touch the Start/On pad.
NOTE: The Clear/Off and Cooking Time pads are
active during the Sabbath feature.
When the display shows the oven is
set in Sabbath. When the display shows
the oven is baking/roasting.
When the display shows the oven is
set in Sabbath. When the display shows
the oven is baking/roasting.
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Using the Sabbath feature.
(on some models)
(Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays)
How to Exit the Sabbath Feature
Touch the Clear/Off pad.
If the oven is cooking, wait for a random
delay period of approximately 30 seconds
to 1 minute, until only is in the display.
Touch and hold both the Bake and
Broil Hi/Lo pads, at the same time,
until the display shows SF.
Tap the Clock pad until ON or OFF appears
in the display. ON indicates that the oven will
automatically turn off after 12 hours. OFF
indicates that the oven will not automatically
turn off. See the Special features section for an
explanation of the 12 Hour Shut-Off feature.
Touch the Start/On pad.
NOTE: If a power outage occurred while the oven
was in Sabbath, the oven will automatically turn
off and stay off even when the power returns.
The oven control must be reset.
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You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to
become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat
yourself.
Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven.
These thermometers may vary 20–40 degrees.
NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the broiling or the self-cleaning temperatures. The adjustment will be retained
in memory after a power failure.
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To Adjust the Thermostat (on some models)
Touch the Bake and Broil Hi/Lo pads
at the same time for 3 seconds until
the display shows SF.
Touch the Bake pad. A two-digit number
shows in the display.
The oven temperature can be adjusted
up to (+) 35°F hotter or (–) 35°F cooler.
Touch the + pad to increase the
temperature in 1-degree increments.
Touch the pad to decrease the
temperature in 1-degree increments.
When you have made the adjustment,
touch the Start/On pad to go back to
the time-of-day display. Use your oven
as you would normally.
NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the
broiling or self-cleaning temperatures. It will
be retained in memory after a power failure.
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!
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To Adjust the Thermostat (on models with an OVEN TEMP Knob)
Pull the OVEN TEMP 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 increase the oven temperature,
move the top screw toward the right.
You’ll hear a click for each notch you
move the knob.
To decrease the oven temperature,
move the top screw toward the left.
Each click will change the oven
temperature approximately 10°F. (Range
is plus or minus 60°F 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.
Replace the knob, matching the flat area
of the knob to the shaft, and check
performance.
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When Using the Warming Drawer
The warming drawer will keep hot, cooked
foods at serving temperature. Always start
with hot food. Do not use to heat cold
food other than crisping crackers, chips
or dry cereal.
Do not line the warming drawer with
aluminum foil. Foil is an excellent heat
insulator and will trap heat beneath it.
This will upset the performance of the
drawer and could damage the interior
finish.
Preheat prior to use according to these
recommended times:
Setting Lo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 minutes
Setting Medium . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 minutes
Setting Hi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 minutes
Do not put liquid or water in the warming
drawer.
For moist foods, cover them with a lid
or aluminum foil.
For crisp foods, leave them uncovered.
Food should be kept hot in its cooking
container or transferred to a heat-safe
serving dish.
CAUTION: Plastic containers or
plastic wrap will melt if in direct contact with
the drawer or a hot utensil. Melted plastic may
not be removable and is not covered under
your warranty.
Remove serving spoons, etc., before
placing containers in warming drawer.
Control Knob (on models equipped with a knob)
Push and turn the control knob to any desired
setting.
NOTE: The warming drawer should not
be used during a self-clean cycle.
On Signal Light
The On signal light is located above
the control knob and glows when the knob
is in the on position. It stays on until the knob
is moved to the Off position.
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Medium
(midposition on the knob)
. . . . . . .Casseroles
Hi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Meats
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Temperature Selection Chart
The temperature, type and amount of food,
and the time held will affect the quality of
the food.
Food in heat-safe glass and glass-ceramic
utensils may need a higher control setting
as compared to food in metal utensils.
Repeated opening of the drawer allows hot
air to escape and food to cool.
Allow extra time for the temperature inside
the drawer to stabilize after adding items.
With large loads it may be necessary
to use a higher thermostat setting and
cover some of the cooked food items.
Do not use plastic containers or plastic
wrap.
CAUTION: Do not keep food in
the warming drawer for more than two hours.
To Crisp Stale Items
Place food in low-sided dishes or pans.
Preheat on Lo setting.
Check crispness after 45 minutes.
Add time as needed.
To Warm Serving Bowls and Plates
To warm serving bowls and plates,
set the control on Lo.
Use only heat-safe dishes.
If you want to heat fine china, please check
with the manufacturer of the dishes for
their maximum heat tolerance.
You may warm empty serving dishes while
preheating the drawer.
CAUTION: Dishes will be hot.
Use pot holders or mitts when removing hot
dishes.
Food Type Control Setting
Bacon Hi
Breads Medium
Casserole Medium
Chicken, fried Hi
Eggs, scrambled Medium
Fish Hi
Gravy, sauces Hi
Ham Hi
Muffins Medium
Onion rings Hi
Pies Lo
Pizza Hi
Potatoes, baked Hi
Potatoes, mashed Lo
Tortilla Chips Lo
To keep several different foods hot, set the control to the food needing the highest setting.
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For the first self-clean cycle, we recommend
venting your kitchen with an open window or
using a ventilation fan or hood.
Remove the racks, any broiler pan, broiler
grid, all cookware and any aluminum foil
from the oven.
The oven racks can be self-cleaned,
but they will darken, lose their luster
and become hard to slide.
Do not use commercial oven cleaners or oven
protectors in or near the self-cleaning oven.
A combination of any of these products plus
the high clean cycle temperatures may
damage the porcelain finish of the oven.
Soil on the front frame of the range and
outside the gasket on the door will need
to be cleaned by hand. Clean these areas
with hot water, soap-filled scouring pads
or cleansers such as Soft Scrub
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. Rinse
well with clean water and dry.
Do not clean the gasket. The fiberglass
material of the oven door gasket cannot
withstand abrasion. It is essential for the
gasket to remain intact. If you notice it
becoming worn or frayed, replace it.
Wipe up any heavy spillovers on the oven
bottom.
Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place
and the oven light is off.
CAUTION: The grates and
drip pans (if so equipped) should never
be cleaned in the self-cleaning oven.
Do not use commercial oven cleaners or
oven protectors in or near the self-cleaning
oven. A combination of any of these products
plus the high clean cycle temperatures may
damage the porcelain finish of the oven.
IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is
extremely sensitive to the fumes given off
during the self-cleaning cycle of any range.
Move birds to another well-ventilated room.
Never force the latch handle. Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism.
The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly.
Using the self-cleaning oven.
Before a Clean Cycle
Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom.
How to Set the Oven for Cleaning
Follow the directions in the Before a Clean
Cycle section.
Latch the door.
NOTE: Never force the latch. If the oven
is too hot, you will not be able to slide
the latch. Allow the oven to cool.
Touch the Self Clean pad.
Touch the + or pads until the desired
Clean Time is displayed.
The Clean Time is normally 4 hours and 20
minutes. You can change the Clean Time to
any time between 3 and 5 hours, depending
on the amount of soil in your oven.
Touch the Start/On pad.
The self-clean cycle will automatically
begin after CLEAN is displayed and the time
countdown appears in the display.
While the oven is self-cleaning, you can
touch the Clock pad to display the time
of day. To return to the clean countdown,
touch the Self Clean pad.
The oven shuts off automatically when
the clean cycle is complete, and 0:00 will
flash in the display.
Slide the latch handle to the left as far
as it will go and open the door.
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How to Set the Oven for Cleaning
(on models with an OVEN TEMP Knob)
Follow the directions in the Before a Clean
Cycle section.
Latch the door.
Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to CLEAN.
The Clean Time is 4 hours and 20 minutes.
The self-clean light will come on and stay
on until the self-clean cycle is complete.
The oven shuts off automatically when
the clean cycle is complete.
After a clean cycle, turn the OVEN TEMP
knob to OFF and slide the latch handle
to the left as far as it will go.
To cancel self-clean cycle, turn OVEN TEMP
knob to off and slide latch to left as far as
it will go. Wait until self-clean light stops
blinking. Use oven as desired.
NOTE: Never force the latch. If the oven
is too hot, you will not be able to slide
the latch. Allow the oven to cool.
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The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly.
After a Clean Cycle (on some models)
You cannot set the oven for cooking until
the oven is cool enough for the door to be
unlatched.
You may notice some white ash in the oven.
Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven
cools.
If white spots remain, remove them with a
soap-filled scouring pad and rinse thoroughly
with a vinegar and water mixture.
These deposits are usually a salt residue
that cannot be removed by the clean cycle.
If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle,
repeat the cycle.
You cannot set the oven for cooking
until the oven is cool enough for the door
to unlock.
While the oven is self-cleaning, you can
touch the Clock pad to display the time
of day. To return to the clean countdown,
touch the Cooking Time pad.
If the racks become hard to slide, apply
a small amount of vegetable oil or cooking
oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges
of the oven racks with the paper towel.
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You can set the oven control to delay-start
the oven, clean for a specific length of time
and then turn off automatically.
Make sure the clock shows the correct time
of day.
Follow the directions in the Before a Clean
Cycle section.
Latch the door.
NOTE: Never force the latch. If the oven
is too hot, you will not be able to slide
the latch. Allow the oven to cool.
Touch the Self Clean pad.
Touch the + or pads to set the
Clean Time.
The Clean Time is preset for 4 hours and
20 minutes. You can change the Clean Time
to any time between 3 and 5 hours,
depending on the amount of soil in your oven.
If a different Clean Time is desired, touch the +
or pads until the desired Clean Time is
displayed.
Touch the Start Time pad.
Change the Start Time by touching the + or
pads. The start time will appear in the display.
Touch the Start/On pad.
The self-clean cycle will automatically begin
at the time set.
While the oven is self-cleaning, you can
touch the Clock pad to display the time
of day. To return to the clean countdown,
touch the Self Clean pad.
The oven shuts off automatically when the
clean cycle is complete, and 0:00 will flash
in the display.
Slide the latch handle to the left as far
as it will go and open the door.
To Stop a Clean Cycle (on some models)
Touch the Clear/Off pad.
Wait until the oven has cooled below the
locking temperature to unlatch the door. You
will not be able to open the door right away
unless the oven has cooled below the locking
temperature.
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Care and cleaning of the range.
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 anti-tip device is reengaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure
to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury.
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.
Place them in a covered container. Add
1/4 cup ammonia and let soak several hours
or overnight. Wash, rinse well and dry.
CAUTION: Do not clean the drip
pans in a self-cleaning oven.
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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. When replacing the grates,
be sure they are positioned securely over
the burners.
On models with professional-style double
grates, the grates are position-specific. For
maximum stability, these grates should only
be used in their proper position; they cannot
be interchanged left to right or front to back.
For convenience, the undersides of the left
and right grates are marked “LEFT FRONT”
and “RIGHT FRONT.
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 burned-on food, place the grates
in a covered container. Add 1/4 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 self-cleaning
oven.
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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.
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Burner cap
Cooktop
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.
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.
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so equipped)
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Electrode
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 burned-on food, soak the surface
burner in a solution of mild liquid detergent
and hot water. Soak the surface burner for
20 to 30 minutes.
For more stubborn stains, use a cleanser like
Soft Scrub
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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 twist-tie.
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 twist-tie.
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.
For cleaning information on sealed burners,
see section below. Sealed burner cooktops
do not lift up.
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Burner Caps and Heads
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 burned-on 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 twist-tie
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 burned-on food, soak the burner
heads in a solution of mild liquid detergent
and hot water for 20–30 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.
On some models:
On some models:
Make sure the slot in the burner head
is positioned over the electrode.
Replace the matching size caps onto
the heads.
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
and cap
Front of range
Large head
and cap
Small head
and cap
Large head
and cap
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Use a sewing needle or twist-tie
to unclog the small hole in the burner
head.
Medium head
and cap
Front of range
Medium head
and cap
Small head
and cap
Large head
and cap
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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,
wash with soap and water once the surface
has cooled. Then rinse and polish with a dry
cloth.
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.
Stainless Steel Surfaces (on some models)
Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch
the surface.
To clean the stainless steel surface,
use warm sudsy water or a stainless steel
cleaner or polish. Always wipe the surface in
the direction of the grain. Follow the cleaner
instructions for cleaning the stainless steel
surface.
To inquire about purchasing stainless steel
appliance cleaner or polish, or to find the
location of a dealer nearest you, please call
our toll-free number:
National Parts Center 800.626.2002 (U.S.)
800.661.1616 (Canada)
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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 warming drawer, storage drawer
or kick panel (depending on the model).
Vent appearance and location vary.
Lift-Up Cooktop (on models with standard twin burners)
Clean the area under the cooktop often.
Built-up 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.
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).
Some models have dual support rods
that will hold the cooktop up while you
clean underneath it.
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Lift-Off 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 since
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 soap-filled scouring 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.
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 don’t recommend using aluminum foil
on the oven bottom. It can affect airflow 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 soap-filled scouring
pad. Rinse well to remove any soap before
self-cleaning.
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.
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Removable Storage Drawer (on some models)
The storage drawer is a good place to store
cookware and bakeware. Do not store plastics
and flammable material in the drawer.
The storage drawer may be removed
for cleaning under the range. Clean the
storage drawer with a damp cloth or sponge.
Never use harsh abrasives or scouring pads.
To remove storage drawer:
Pull drawer straight out until it stops.
Tilt the front of the drawer up and free
of the range.
To replace storage drawer:
Set the stops on the back of the drawer
over the stops in the range.
Slide drawer evenly and straight back,
so that the rails in the range are
engaged.
The storage drawer may be removed
for cleaning under the range.
Removable Kick Panel (on some models)
The kick panel may be removed for cleaning
under the range.
To remove:
Lift up the bottom of the panel slightly to
disengage the panel from the tabs at the
base of the range. Pull the bottom of the
panel forward until the spring clips are
released at the top of the panel.
To replace:
Insert the two slots at the bottom of the
panel onto the two tabs at the base of the
range, and push the top of the panel forward
to engage the spring clips.
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Removable Warming Drawer (on some models)
Most cleaning can be done with the drawer
in place. However, the drawer may be
removed if further cleaning is needed. Use
soap and warm water to thoroughly clean.
To remove the warming drawer:
Pull the drawer straight out until
it stops.
Press the left rail release up and press
the right rail release down, while pulling
the drawer forward and free.
To replace the warming drawer:
Place the left drawer rail around
the inner left rail guide and slide
it in slightly to hook it.
Place the right drawer rail around
the inner right rail guide and slide
it in slightly to hook it.
Slide the drawer all the way in.
NOTE: For models with an electric warming
drawer, before performing any adjustments,
cleaning or service, disconnect the range
electrical power supply at the household
distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker. Make sure
the warming drawer heating element is cool.
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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.
If the racks ever become hard to slide, wipe
the rack edges or oven rack supports with
vegetable oil.
NOTE: Take the racks out of the oven before
you begin the self-clean cycle or they may
discolor.
Oven Light Replacement
CAUTION: Before replacing your
oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power
to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker
panel. Be sure to let the light cover and bulb
cool completely.
The oven light bulb is covered with a
removable glass cover that is held in place
with a bail-shaped wire. Remove the oven
door, if desired, to reach cover easily.
To remove:
Hold a hand under the cover so it
doesn’t fall when released. With fingers
of the same hand, firmly push back
the wire cover holder. Lift off the cover.
Do not remove any screws to remove
the cover.
Do not touch hot bulb with a wet cloth.
Replace bulb with a 40-watt household
appliance bulb.
To replace cover:
Place it into the groove of the light
receptacle. Pull the wire forward to
the center of the cover until it snaps
into place. When in place, the wire holds
the cover firmly. Be certain the wire
is in the depression in the center
of the cover.
Connect electrical power to the range.
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Lower Control Panel (Front Manifold Panel) and Knobs
It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel after
each use of the oven. Use a damp cloth to
clean or rinse. For cleaning, use mild soap
and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and
water. For rinsing, use clean water. Polish dry
with a soft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid
cleaners, plastic scouring pads or oven
cleaners on the control panel—they will
damage the finish.
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.
Metal parts can be cleaned with soap
and water. Do not use steel wool, abrasives,
ammonia, acids or commercial oven
cleaners. Dry with a soft cloth.
Pull the knob straight off the stem.
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Heavy-Duty Oven Racks (on some models)
Clean the racks with an abrasive cleanser.
The oven racks may be cleaned in the
self-cleaning oven. However, the racks
will darken in color, lose their luster
and become hard to slide if cleaned
during the self-cleaning cycle.
To make the racks slide more easily, apply
a small amount of vegetable oil or cooking
oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges
of the oven racks with the paper towel.
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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 Z223.1/NFPA.54, latest
edition. In Canada, installation must conform with
the current Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/CGA-
B149.1 or the current Propane Installation Code,
CAN/CGA-B149.2, and with local codes where
applicable. This range has been design-certified
by CSA International according to ANSI Z21.1, latest
edition, and Canadian Gas Association according
to CAN/CGA-1.1 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 electrical inspector’s 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.
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.
Don’t touch electrical switches.
Extinguish any open flame.
Immediately call your gas supplier.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED
• Gas line shut-off valve.
• Pipe-joint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread tape
with Teflon* that resists action of natural and LP gases.
• Flexible metal appliance connector (1/2 I.D.)
A 5-foot 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
(3/4 or 1/2 NPT x 1/2 I.D.)
• Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator
on range (1/2 NPT x 1/2 I.D.)
• Liquid leak detector or soapy water.
• Lag bolt or 1/2 O.D. sleeve anchor (for concrete floors
only).
*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont
Flat-blade screwdriver
Pipe wrenches (2)
(one for backup)
Phillips screwdriver
Open-end or
adjustable wrench
Pencil and ruler
Level
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
This product must be installed by a licensed plumber
or gas fitter.
When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall
be the T-handle type.
A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed
3 feet.
Drill, awl or nail
PART INCLUDED
Anti-Tip bracket kit
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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 (ANSI/NFPA
70, latest edition). In Canada, electrical grounding must
be in accordance with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian
Electrical Code Part 1 and/or 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 180°F without shrinking, warping or
discoloring. Do not install the range over carpeting
unless a sheet of 1/4 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 200°F.
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 0.0122 thick. Install above the cooktop with
a clearance of not less than 1/4 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 1/4 insulating
millboard covered with sheet metal not less than 0.0122
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 range—children climbing on the
range to reach items could be seriously injured.
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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”
1/4”
Minimum to
cabinets on
either side of
the range
36”
28” to 28
1
4
Depth with door closed (includes door handle):
Depth varies depending on model.
See specifications sheet for your model.
30”
36
1
4” ± 1⁄4”
Depth with door open:
46
3
8
Height
47
3
8
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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 180°F. (See the Installation Safety Instructions
section.)
Make sure the wall coverings around your range can
withstand the heat generated (up to 200°F) 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 and/or drawer.
Check to be sure that no range parts have come loose
during shipping.
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WARNING!
ANTI-TIP DEVICE
To reduce the risk of tipping the range, the range must
be secured by a properly installed anti-tip bracket. See
installation instructions shipped with the bracket for
complete details before attempting to install.
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 anti-tip bracket.
For free-standing or slide-in ranges, never completely
remove the leveling legs or the range will not be secured
to the anti-tip device properly.
If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your
purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at no
cost (in Canada, call 1.800.561.3344). For installation
instructions of the bracket, visit GEAppliances.com
(in Canada, GEAppliances.ca).
For your safety, never use your range for warming
or heating the room. Your oven and cooktop are not
designed to heat your kitchen. Top burners should
not be operated without cookware on the grate. Such
abuse could result in fire and damage to your range
and will void your warranty.
Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline
or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance. Explosions or fires
could result.
Do not use oven for a storage area. Items stored
in the oven can ignite.
Do not let cooking grease or other flammable
materials accumulate in or near the range
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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 13of 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 I.D. of 1/2 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.
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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. Don’t 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 International-certified flexible metal
appliance connector is recommended unless local codes
require a hard-piped 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.
A. Install a manual gas line shut-off 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.
B. Install male 1/2 flare union adapter to the 1/2 NPT
internal thread at inlet of regulator. Use a backup wrench
on the regulator fitting to avoid damage.
B. When installing the range from the front, remove the 90°
elbow for easier installation.
C. Install male 1/2 or 3/4 flare union adapter to the NPT
internal thread of the manual shut-off valve, taking care
to back up the shut-off valve to keep it from turning.
D. Connect flexible metal appliance connector to
the adapter on the range. Position range to permit
connection at the shut-off valve.
E. 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 1/2 psig to
pressure test the gas supply system of the residence,
disconnect the range and individual shut-off valve from
the gas supply piping. When using test pressures of 1/2
psig or less to test the gas supply system, simply isolate
the range from the gas supply system by closing the
individual shut-off valve.
*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont
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WARNING: DO NOT USE A FLAME
TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.
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GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS (for models with Sealed Burners)
This area allows for flush range
installation with through-the-wall
connection of pipe stub/shut-off valve
and rear wall 120V outlet.
This area allows for flush range installation
with through-the-floor connection of pipe
stub/shut-off 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 through-the-floor connection of pipe
stub/shut-off valve.
Shortest connection from hard
pipe stub location to range
hookup.
This area allows for flush range
installation with through-the-wall
connection of pipe stub/shut-off valve
and rear wall 120V outlet.
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RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS (for models equipped with Sealed Burners)
FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Sealed Burners)
Pressure
regulator
Gas Flow into Range
Flex
connector
(6 ft. max.)
Adapter
Installer: Inform
the consumer of the
location of the gas
shut-off valve.
1/2 or 3/4
Gas pipe
Adapter
Gas
shut-off
valve
Pressure
regulator
45° Elbow
Nipple
Union
90° Elbow
Black
iron pipe
Union
Nipple
Gas
shut-off
valve
1/2 or 3/4
Gas pipe
Gas Flow into Range
Installer: Inform
the consumer of the
location of the gas
shut-off valve.
Gas Flow into Range
Gas
shut-off
valve
1/2 or 3/4
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 shut-off valve.
Alternate Hookup
Nipple
Nipple
90°
Elbow
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RIGID PIPE HOOKUP (for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners)
FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners)
Adapter
1/2 or 3/4 Gas pipe
Adapter
Flex connector
(6 ft. max.)
Manifold pipe
Pressure regulator
Gas shut-off valve
UnionNipple
Manifold pipe
Pressure regulator
1/2 or 3/4 Gas pipe
Gas shut-off valve
Nipple
Union
Black iron pipe
90° Elbow
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Installer: Inform
the consumer of the
location of the gas
shut-off valve.
Installer: Inform
the consumer of the
location of the gas
shut-off valve.
Gas Flow into Range
Gas Flow into Range
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Electrical Requirements
120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded branch circuit
protected by a 15-amp or 20-amp circuit breaker
or time-delay 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
UL-listed, 3-wire grounding-type 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
IMPORTANT—(Please read carefully)
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a
3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard
3-prong 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 2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it
is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer
to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall
receptacle.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE
THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.
A word about GFCIs – GFCIs 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 GFCI-protected circuit but occasional nuisance tripping
of the GFCI breaker is possible.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT.)
A. Usage Situations Where Appliance Power Cord Will
Be Disconnected Infrequently.
An adapter may be used only on a 15-amp circuit.
Do not use an adapter on a 20-amp circuit. Where local
codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be
made to a properly grounded 2-prong wall receptacle by
the use of a UL-listed 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.
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.
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Preferred Method
Ensure proper ground
exists before use
Temporary Method
(Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada)
Ensure proper ground
and firm connection
before use
Align large prongs/slots
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.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT.)
B. 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 2-prong
wall receptacle replaced with a 3-prong (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 Set-Ups),
ANSI A225.1, latest edition, or with local codes. In Canada,
mobile home installation must be in accordance with the
current CAN/CSA Z240/MH Mobile Home Installation Code.
Electric Disconnect
Locate disconnect plug on the range back.
Pinch sides of connector and pull out of range back.
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CHECK IGNITION OF SURFACE
BURNERS
Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked
after the range and gas supply lines have been carefully
checked for leaks.
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
flames—Normal
for natural gas
(B) Yellow tips on
outer cones—
Normal for LP gas
(A) Yellow flames—
Call for service
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SEAL THE OPENINGS
Seal any openings in the wall behind the range and
in the floor under the range when hookups are completed.
4
CHECK IGNITION OF OVEN BURNER
The oven is designed to operate quietly and automatically.
To operate the oven, press the Bake pad and then press the
number pads until 350° appears in the display. Touch the
Start/On pad. After 30–90 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 display.
To check ignition of the broil burner, touch the Broil Hi/Lo pad
and then the Start/On pad. After 30–90 seconds, the broil
burner will ignite.
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.
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LEVELING THE RANGE
A. Install the oven racks in the oven and position
the range where it will be installed.
B. 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 readings—with the level
placed diagonally first in one direction and then
the other.
C. Remove the storage 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.
D. Use an open-end or adjustable wrench to adjust
the leveling legs until the range is level.
E. After the range is level, slide the range away from
the wall so that the Anti-Tip device can be installed.
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ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER
AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS
IF NECESSARY
Air adjustment shutters for the top and bottom burners
regulate the flow of air to the flames.
The air adjustment shutter for the top (broil) burner is
in the center of the rear wall of the oven.
The shutter for the bottom (oven) burner is near the back
wall behind the warming drawer, storage drawer or kick
panel. Remove the drawer or panel. See the Care and cleaning
of the range section.
To adjust the flow of air to either burner, loosen the
Phillips-head screw and rotate the shutter toward open
or closed position as needed.
The flames for the top (broil) burner should be steady with
approximately 1 blue cones and should not extend out
over the edges of the burner baffle.
To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning
properly, remove the oven bottom. 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.
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ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER
AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS
IF NECESSARY
(CONT.)
To remove the oven bottom:
A. Remove the screws holding down the rear of the oven
bottom.
B. Grasp the oven bottom at finger slots on each side.
C. Lift the rear of the oven bottom enough to clear the lip
of the range frame, push it back, and then pull it up
and out.
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Oven bottom
Leg
leveler
Lower
range
Raise
range
(on some models)
Raise
range
Lower
range
(on some models)
Loosen
Air
adjustment shutter
Air adjustment
shutter
Loosen
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INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE
A. 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.
B. Locate the outside edge of the device 2
1
8 toward
the center of the range from the marked edge of
the range.
C. Using the device as a template, mark the position
of the hole for the screw.
D. For wood construction, drill a pilot hole at an angle
of 20 degrees from the horizontal. A nail or awl
may be used if a drill is not available.
Mount the Anti-Tip device with the screw provided.
For cement or concrete construction, you will need
a 1/4 x 1
1
2 lag bolt and a 1/2 O.D. sleeve anchor, which
are not provided. Drill the recommended size hole for
the hardware.
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INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE
(CONT.)
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.
E. 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.
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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.
WARNING!
Range must be secured with an approved Anti-Tip
device.
Unless properly installed, the range could be tipped
by you or a child standing, sitting or leaning on
an open door.
After installing the Anti-Tip 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 Anti-Tip Device supplied with the range does
not fit this application, use the Anti-Tip Device
WB2X7909.
CONVERTING TO LP GAS (or converting 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.
Back of range
Wallboard
Wood screw
Anti-Tip
device
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Anti-Tip
device
Slotted head
screw
Approx.
20°
2
1
8
Wallplate
Marked edge
of range
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Operating
Instructions
Care and Cleaning
Installation
Instructions
Troubleshooting
Tips
Safety Instructions
Consumer Support
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, properly
or do not burn evenly inserted in the electrical outlet. 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 twist-tie. Make sure you do not enlarge the holes.
On sealed burner models, check and clean the electrode
area for burned-on food or grease.
Improper burner assembly. Make sure the burner parts are installed correctly.
See the Care and cleaning of the range section.
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 shut-off valve To check the oven gas shut-off valve on sealed burner
but oven does not may have accidentally been models, remove the warming drawer, storage drawer or
moved during cleaning or kick panel (see the Care and cleaning of the range section)
moving.
and look for the gas shut-off lever at the back of the range.
To check the oven gas shut-off valve on standard twin
burner models, raise the cooktop and look for the gas
shut-off lever at the extreme right rear corner. Follow
the directions in box A or B that match your regulator
type.
Control signals after You forgot to enter a bake Touch the Bake pad and desired temperature
entering cooking time or temperature or cleaning time. or the Self Clean pad and desired clean time.
start time (on some models)
Clock and timer Plug on range is not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live,
do not work inserted in the electrical outlet. properly grounded outlet.
(on some models)
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.
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
A
B
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Food does not bake Oven controls improperly set. See the Using the oven section.
or roast properly
Rack position is incorrect. See the Using the oven section.
Incorrect cookware or cookware See the Using the oven section.
of improper size being used.
Oven thermostat needs See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself! section.
adjustment.
Clock not set correctly. See the Using the clock and timer section.
(on some models)
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. On models with touch pads, make sure you touch
broil properly the Broil Hi/Lo pad. On models with an OVEN TEMP
knob, make sure it is set at BROIL.
Oven door not closed. See the Using the oven section.
Improper rack position See the Broiling Guide.
being used.
Food being cooked in a hot pan. For best results, use a pan designed for broiling.
Make sure it is cool.
Cookware not suited for broiling. For best results, use a pan designed for broiling.
Oven bottom not securely See the Installation of the range section.
seated in position.
Oven temperature Oven thermostat See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do 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 will not self-clean The oven temperature is too Allow the range to cool to room temperature and
high to set a self-clean operation. reset the controls.
Oven controls improperly set. See the Using the self-cleaning oven section.
On models with a door latch, Make sure you move the door latch handle all the way
the oven door is not in the to the right.
locked position.
“Crackling” or This is the sound of the This is normal.
“popping” sound metal heating and cooling
during both the cooking and
cleaning functions.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Excessive smoking Excessive soil. On models with touch pads, touch the Clear/Off pad.
On models with an OVEN TEMP knob, turn it to OFF.
Open the windows to rid the room of smoke. Wait until
the SELF CLEAN light goes off. Wipe up the excess soil
and reset the clean cycle.
Oven door will not open Oven too hot. Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature.
after a clean cycle
Oven not clean after Oven controls not properly set. See the Using the self-cleaning oven section.
a clean cycle
Oven was heavily soiled. Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean cycle.
Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean again or for
a longer period of time.
Oven door will not Oven is too hot. Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature.
unlock (on models Do not lock the door with the door latch except when
with a door latch) using the self-clean feature.
Self-clean light (on The OVEN TEMP knob has not Set the OVEN TEMP knob to CLEAN. See the Using the
some models) blinks been set to CLEAN when the self-cleaning oven section.
when trying to set a latch was moved to the right.
self-clean cycle
The latch was not moved to the Move the latch to the right as far as it will go. See the
right when the OVEN TEMP knob Using the self-cleaning oven section.
was set to CLEAN.
Self-clean light (on A power interruption occurred. Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and move the latch
some models) blinks to the left as far as it will go. Reset the range controls
during self-clean cycle to the desired settings. See the Using the self-cleaning
oven section.
“Door” appears in the Self-cleaning cycle has been Move the latch handle all the way to the right.
display (on some models) selected but the latch handle
was not moved all the way
to the right.
Latch handle was moved to the Move the latch handle to the right only when setting
right but a program other than the self-cleaning cycle.
self-cleaning was selected.
“F—” and a number or On models with a door latch, The latch may have been moved, even if only slightly,
letter flash in the display if a function error code appears from the locked position. Make sure the latch is moved
(on some models) during the self-cleaning cycle, to the right as far as it will go.
check the oven door latch.
You have a function error code. Touch the Clear/Off pad. Allow the oven to cool for
one hour. Put the oven back into operation.
If the function code repeats. Disconnect all power to the range for 5 minutes
and then reconnect power. If the function error
code repeats, call for service.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Display goes blank A fuse in your home may be Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
(on some models) blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
The clock is turned off so that it See the Using the clock and timer section.
does not show in the display.
Display flashes Power failure. Reset the clock.
(on some models)
Unable to get the Oven control pads were The Bake and Broil Hi/Lo pads must be touched at
display to show “SF” not touched properly. the same time and held for 3 seconds.
(on some models)
Power outage, Power outage or surge. Reset the clock. If the oven was in use, you must reset
clock flashes it by touching the Clear/Off pad, setting the clock and
(on some models) resetting any cooking function.
“Burning” or “oily” odor This is normal in a new oven To speed the process, set a self-clean cycle for a
emitting from the vent and will disappear in time. minimum of 3 hours. See the Using the self-cleaning
oven section.
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.
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.
Drawer does not slide The drawer is out of alignment. Fully extend the drawer and push it all the way in.
smoothly or drags See the Care and cleaning of the range section.
Drawer is overloaded or load Reduce weight. Redistribute drawer contents.
is unbalanced.
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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.
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 GE Will Not Cover:
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 state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
For The Period Of: GE 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 one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service
original purchase to replace the defective part.
GE Gas Range Warranty. (For customers in the United States)
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care
®
technician. To schedule
service, visit us on-line at GEAppliances.com, or call
800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and
model number availa ble 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 WARRANTIES—Your 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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All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centres
or an authorized Customer Care
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technician. For service,
call 1.800.561.3344. Please have serial number and model
number availa ble when calling for service.
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.
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 Mabe Will Not Cover:
For The Period Of: Mabe 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 one-year warranty, Mabe will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service
original purchase to replace the defective part.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
GE Gas Range Warranty. (For customers in Canada)
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your 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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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased in
Canada for home use within Canada. In-home warranty service will be provided in areas where it is available
and deemed reasonable by Mabe to provide.
Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from province to province. To know what your legal rights are in your province, consult your
local provincial consumer affairs office.
Warrantor: Mabe Canada Inc.
Burlington, Ontario
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In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day,
any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals,
order parts or even schedule service on-line. In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca
Schedule Service In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com
Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your
convenience any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal business hours.
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344
Real Life Design Studio In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com
GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that can be used by people of all
ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and
impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities,
check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).
In Canada, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc.
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane
Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3
Extended Warranties In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com
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in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours. GE Consumer Home
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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 on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at
800.626.2002 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 1.800.661.1616.
Contact Us In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com
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your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to: Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc.
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane
Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3
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