Gas Slide-h Range
—
Safety
hIstructionS....................2-6
Anti-Tip Device ..................................2, 3,34
Operating Instructions, Tips
Aluminum Foil ..................................5, 18,23
Features
......................................................8#
9
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.
14-28
Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-18
Broiling, Broiling Guide ...............:...23, 24
Control, Clock and Timer
................l
2, 13
Fan ...........14, 16, 18, 19,21,23,26,27
Light; Bulb Replacement ................15,33
Oven Vent .....................................4, 15,32
Preheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Roasting, Roasting Guide ...............21,22
Self-Cleaning instructions ..............25-28
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 16
Timed Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 19
Surface Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11
Cooktop Comparison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cookware Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Care
and
cleaning
...................29-33
Burner Assembly
................................................29
Door
Removal...............................................3
1
Glass Cooktop ..............................................30
Removable Oven Bottom ..........................33
Self-Cleaning instructions...................25-2 8
Shelves
...........................................................32
GE Appliances
Problem
Solver.......................36,
37
Thermostat Adjustment–
Do It Yourself ............................................20
More questions
?...call
GEAmwer
Center” 8011626.2000
Preparation ............................7, 34,35
Anti-Tip Device .............................................34
Flooring Under the
Range..:.........................7
Leveling
............................................................7
Minor Adjustments.....................................3 5
Packaging
Tape..............................................7
Consumer
Services...................39
Appliance Registration .................................2
Important Phone Numbers .......................39
Model and Serial Number Location ..........2
Warranw........................................Back Cover
Models: JGSP30
JGSP31
JGSP40
164D2966F’046
HELP US HELP YOU...
Read this guide carefully.
It is
intended to help you operate and maintain your
new range properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
If you don’t understand something or need more help,
write (include your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Write down the model and serial numbers.
You’ll find the model and serial numbers on a label on
the range front frame behind the storage drawer.
These numbers are also on the Consumer Product
Ownership Registration Card that came with your
range. Before sending in this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these
numbers in any correspondence or service
calls concerning your range.
If you received a damaged range...
Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold
you the range.
Save time and money. Before you
request service . . .
Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide.
It lists causes of minor operating problems that you
can correct yourself.
“4iil
4
A WARNING
&
c
ALL RANGES
CAN TIP
“
INJURY TO PERSONS
COULD RESULT
@
●
INSTALL ANTI-TIP
i.:
DEVICES PACKED
WITH RANGE
●
SEE INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: If the information in this
manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
— 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.
c
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 tire department.
— Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page
in the back of this guide.
To obtain replacement parts, contact GE/Hotpoint
Service Centers.
We’re proud of our service and want you to be
pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with
the service you receive, here are three steps to follow
for further help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased.
In most cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
“2
lNIPORTAN~ SAFETY’NOTICE
●
The California Safe Drinking Water and’ Toxic
Enforcement
Act
requires the Governor of
California to publish a list of substances known to
the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm,
and
requires businesses to warn
customers of potential exposure to such substances.
●
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.
When You Get Your Range
●
Have the installer show you the location of the
range gas cut-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
rectimmended
in
this
guide.
All other service
should be referred to a
quaM5ed
technician.
s
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.
●
Be sure all packaging materials are removed
from the range
before operating it to prevent fire
or smoke damage should the packaging material
ignite.
—
●
Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path
and out of drafty locations to prevent
pilot
outage and poor air circulation.
*
After prolonged
use
of a range, high floor
temperatures may
result
and many floor
covtxings
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.
Using Your Range
●
Do not leave children
alone
or unattended
where a range is hot or in operation.
They could
be seriously burned.
●
Do
not
altow
anyone to climb, stand or hang
on
the oven door, storage 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
T()
REACH
ITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED.
VVARNING-A1l
ranges
can tip and
injniy
could
result.
To prevent accidental tipping of
the range,
attach it to the wall or
tloorby
installing the Anti-Tip
@
.$
device
suppIied.
Make sure
the
chain
fits securely into the bracket.
If
you
pull
the range out from the
@
L,
wall
for”any
reason, make sure the
Anti-Tip device is engaged before YOU
push
the range back against the wall, If it is not, there
is a possible risk of the range tipping over and
causing injury if you or a
child
stand, sit or lean
on an open door.
Please
refer to the Anti-Tip device information
in
this guide. Failure
to
take this precaution could
result in tipping of the range and injury.
Do not allow the chain or bracket to damage the
gas plumbing in any way.
●
Let the burner
grates
and
other surfaces cool
before touching them or leaving them where
children can reach them.
(continued nexrpage)
3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
*
Ngver
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.
-
Teach children
not
to play with the
controis
or any other part of the range.
*
Never
leave
the
oven door
opin
when you are
not watching the range.
●
Al-ways
keep combustible
wall
coverings,
~~•
curtains
or
drapes a safe distance from
your range.
●
For your safety,. never use. your appliance
for warming
or
heating
the
room.
●
Always keep dish towels, dish cloths, pot
holders
and
other linens a safe distance
from your range.
●
Always
keep wooden and plastic utensils
md
cmmed
food
a
safe
distance away from
your range.
~”
●
Do
not
use
water on grease
fi’res.
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
che~cal 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
rimlti-pu,~oiw
dry chemical or foam-type
fire extinguisher,
.Flaine
in
the
oven
can
be smothered completely
by closing the oven door and turning the oven
off or by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or
foam-type fire extinguisher.
●
Do
not
leave
paper
products, cooking utensils
or food in the oven
when
not in use.
Q
DQ
not store
flammabIe
materials
in
an
oven?
a range
storage
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.
●
When cooking pork,
follow the directions
exactly and always cook the meat to an internal
temperature
of
at least
170*F.
This assures that,
in the remote possibility that trichina maybe
present in the meat, it will be killed and the meat
will
be safe to eat,
Surface Cooking
*
Always use the
LITE
position when
igniting the top burners and make
sum
the
burners have ignited.
●
Never leave the surface burners unattended at
high flame settings.
130ilovers
cause smoking and
greasy
spillovers
that may catch
on
fire.
Q
Adjust the top burner flame size so it does not
extend
beyond the edge of the cookware.
Excessive
fIame
is hazardous.
●
Use only dry pot holders—
moist
or damp potholders 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 -
buIky
cloth in place of a pot holder. Such cloths
can catch
fire
on a hot burner.
s
When using glass cookware, make sure it is
designed for top-of-range cooking.
●
To minimize the possibility of
burns,
ignitio~
of
flammab~e
materials and spillage, turn
cookware handles toward the side
or
back
of the range without extending over adjacent
burners.
Q
Always turn the surface burners off before
removing cookware.
●
Carefully watch foods being fried at a high
flame setting.
●
Never block
the
vents (air openings) of the
range,
They provide the
aii
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 of the oven
door, and under the storage drawer..
Q
Do
not
let
cooking grease or other flammable
materials accumulate in or near the range.
4
.
~
Do
not
use
a wok on the cooking surface if the
●
To
avoid the
possihiiity
of
a burn,
always
be
wok has a
round
metal ring
thatis
placed
over
certain that
the
eontrois
for
all
burners
are at
the burner grate to support
the
wok. This ring.
~~•
the
off
positian
and.aii
grates
are cool
before
acts as a heat trap, which may
damage
@e
burner
attempting to
remove
them.
grate and burner head.
Also,
it may
cause
the
,
burner to work improperly. This may cause a
* Never ”clean
the
cooktop
surface when it is hot.
Some
cleaners
produces
noxious fumes and
carbon monoxide level above that allowed by
current standards, resulting
in
a
heal~
h~~d.,
wet
cloths could
cause
steam burns if
us~d
on
a
hot
surfacfi.
●
Foods for frying should be as dry as possibh
Frost on
frozen
foods
or
moisture
on
fresh
foods
*
Never
l~ave
jars
or cans of
fat
drippings
can cause hot fat to
bubble
up and over the sides
cm
0$
near
your
range.
of the pan.
●
Use the least possible amount of fat for effective
Oven
shallow or deep-fat frying.
Filling
the
parI
too
full of fat can cause spillovers when
fcmd
is
added.
~
Do
tio$
use
the
oven
ftir
a
storage
area+
Items
stored
in
th~
oven
can
ignite.
●
If a combination of oils or
ft+ts
wiil
be
used
●
Stand
away
from
the range
when
opening the
in frying,
stir together before heating or as fats
door
ot’
a
hot
oven.
The
hot
air
and
steam
that
melt slowly.
escape
can
cause
burns to
harids,
face and eyes.
c
Always heat fat slowly,
and watch as it heats.
*
Kwp
the
oven f&e from
grease
buildup.
●
Use a deep fat thermometer whenever
*Place
$h~
oven
sheif
in
the desired position
possible to prevent
oveheahg
fat
beyond
while
the
oven
is
COOL
.
●
—
the smoking point.
Never try to move a pan of hot
fat
especially
a deep fat fryer.
Wait until the fat is
cool.
Use proper pan
size-Avoid pans that are
unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having
flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates.
To avoid spillovers, make sure
cookware
is
large
enough to contain the food properly. This
will
both
save cleaning time and prevent hazardous
accumulations of food, since heavy spattering or
s~illovers
left on
range
can
ignite.
Use
pans w~th
●
Pulling
out,the
shelf
to
,the
shelf-st~p
is a
tmnvenience
in
l~fting
heavy foods. It is
also
a precaution against
burns
froin
touching
hot
surfaces of
th~
door
or
oven
wails.
*
IJa
not
heat
unopened
foiid
containers.
Pressure could build up and the container
could
burst,
causing an injury.
*@not
use’’’aiuminu~
foil anywhere in the
ovm
exc~pt
as
described
in
this guide.
Misuse could
result in a fire hazard
or
damage
to the range.
~andles
that can be
&sily
gr&ped
and
;ernain
cool.
*
When
using
cooking or
mmsting
hags
in
the
●
When flaming foods are
under
the
htmd~
turn
Oven$
follow
the package directions.
the fan off. The fan, if operating, may spread
Q-Do
not
use your
oven
to dry newspapers.
the flames.
Ifcwerheated,
they
can
catch
on fire.
Q
Do not leave plastic items on the
cooktop—
they
may melt if left
too
close
to
the vent.
*
Use
only
glass
cookware that is
recomnwmded
for use in
ovem.
●
Keep all plastics
away
from the
surface
i
wh~~
broiling,
if
meat
is
too
close
to the flame,
burners.
the fat may
ignife.
Trim excess fat
to
prevent
*
Do
not leave any items on the
cooktop.
The
hot
excessive flare-ups.
air from the vent may ignite flammable
iternsand
@After
‘broiling,,
always
take
the broiler pan
out
of
will increase pressure in closed containers,
which
thq
mnge
and clean it.
Leftovergrease
in
the broiler
may cause
them
to burst.
pan
can
catch fire
nexttimeyou
usethe
pan.
Q
If you smell gas,
turn off the gas to the
range
and
(continued next page)
call a qualified service
technician,
Never use an
open flame to locate a leak.
5
!
INIPORTANT
SAFETHNSTRUC’IXONS
(coritinued)
,-
If
you
should
have
a grease
fire
ifi
the broiler
pa?,
turn
the
oven
off
and
keep
tk
cnwn
door
C1OMXI
to
contain fire until
it
bt.ums
out.
●
Keep
the
range
~lean
and
free
of accumulations
of
gre~e
or
spillovers,
which may ignite.
f$elf-Cleanitig
Oven
●
Clean
cmly.
parts listed in the
Use and Care
‘
Guide.
‘
;Before
self-cleaning the
oven,
remove the
,broiler
pan, rack and other cookware.
*I@
not
clean
the
dour
gaskeL
The door
gasket
“
is
essential for a good seal.
Be
careful not to rub,
damage
or’move
it.
●
If
fhe
self-cleaning
mode
malfunctions,
turn
the oven
tiff
and.
dis:cmnect
the power supply.
Have
it
serviced by
a
qyaiified
@chnician.
●
I)@
‘not
use
oven
cleaners.
No
commercial oven
‘clea6er
or
oven liner of any kind
shcmld
be
used
in or around any, part
Qf
the
oven.
Rtxsidue
from
oven cleaners ‘will damage the inside of the
oven
when
the
self-clean cycle
is
used.
L.P.
Conversion
~OUr
rahge
~s,
shipped from the factory set
to
operate
oflly
with
Naturid
Gas.
If
you
wish to
use
yo~range with Liquefied
Petroleum.Gas,
you
can
have your sales person order an
LP
Conversion. Kit.
WARNING:
ThesF
adjustments must be made by a
qualified service
technician’in
accordance with the
ma.!mfacturer’s
imtructiom
and all codes and
reqyirernents
of
the authority having jurisdiction.
Failure
to
follow
these
instructions could result in
serious.
injury
&property damage. The
qualifled
agency
ptx+formirig
this
‘wti:k
assumes responsibility
for
the
conve~sion.
SAW
THESE
@W~RUCTIONS
~
Flooring Under the Range
Your range,
like so many other household items,
is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings
such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting. When moving
the range on this type of flooring, it should be
installed on a l/4-inch-thick sheet of plywood (or
similar material) as follows:
When thejloor 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.
Leveling the Range
Use a
1%”
open-end or adjustable wrench to equally
back out the four legs. The flanges (rims) below the
sides of the cooktop must be raised above the top of
the countertop. Carefully slide the range into its
installation space. Observe that it is clearing the
countertop. Then place a spirit level or a glass
measuring cup partially filled with water on one of
the oven shelves to check for levelness. If using a
spirit level, take two readings, with the level placed
diagonally first in one direction and then the other.
—
Adjust the four legs carefully. Level the range front to
back and side to side. The range legs must rest on the
floor. The range
must not hang
from the countertop.
How to Remove Packaging Tape
To assure no damage is done to the finish of the
product, the safest way to remove packaging tape
adhesive on new appliances is an application of a
household liquid dishwashing detergent, mineral oil
or cooking oil. Apply with a soft cloth and allow to
soak. Wipe dry and then apply an appliance polish to
thoroughly clean and protect the surface.
NOTE: The plastic tape must be removed from
the chrome trim on range parts. It cannot be removed
if it is baked on.
Removing Packing Materials
Check your range to insure all packaging materials and protective tape
covering are removed from areas such as the door trim, cooktop frame,
end caps, etc. before using.
7
FEATuMs
OF YOUR RANGE
i
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@
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JGSP30
JGSP31
JGSP40
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——
Explained
on page
Feature Index
1 Model and Serial Numbers
2
2 Oven Door Gasket
6,25,31
3 Removable Oven Bottom
33
4 Oven Shelves with Stop-Locks
5, 14, 16,
25,32
5 Automatic Oven Door Latch
25-28
6 Surface Burner Controls
7
Glass
Cooktop
10,30
30
8
Oven Vent
4, 15,32
2,3,34
9 Anti-Tip Device
See
the Installation Instructions.
10 Surface Burners and Grates
11 Oven Light Switch
29,30
15
12 Oven Controls
Automatic Oven Timer
Oven Thermostat
Clock
Timer
12, 13
13
20
13
13
13 Automatic Oven Light Switch
15
15,33
23
5, 15,26
14 Oven Interior Light
15 Broil Burner
16 Oven
Shelf
Supports
Shelf positions for cooking are suggested
in the Baking, Roasting and Broiling sections.
L,
4, 6, 25, 31
32
5,6,21,24
17 Lift-Off Oven Door
18
Sure Grip Handle
19 Broiler Pan and Rack
Do not clean in the self-cleaning oven.
20 Storage Drawer
3,4,31
9
HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE
TO YOUR OLD ONE?
Your new cooktop has gas burners. If you are used
The best types of cookware to use, plus heat-up and
to cooking with induction or other electric surface
cool-down times, depend upon the type of burner or
units, you will notice some differences when you use
surface unit you have.
gas burners,
Type of Cooktop Description
Gas Burners
I Rewlarorsealed
*
gas-burners use
(J
either
LP gas
or natural gas.
Radiant
Electric coils
(Glass Ceramic)
under a
glass-
Cooktop
ceramic cooktop.
o
Induction
$g;f$
./,
,,,\.\,...
High frequency
induction coils
under a glass
surface.
Electric Coil
Flattened metal
e
tubing containing
electric resistance
wire suspended
over a drip pan.
Solid Disk
Solid cast iron
0
disk sealed to the
@
cooktop surface.
The following chart will help you to understand the
differences between gas burner cooktops and any
other type of cooktop you may have used in the past.
How it Works
Flames heat the pans directly. Pan flatness is not critical to cooking results, but
pans should be well balanced. Gas burners heat the pan right away and change
heat settings right away. When you turn the control off, cooking stops right away.
Heat travels to the glass surface and then to the cookware, so pans must be flat on
the bottom for good cooking results. The glass cooktop stays hot enough to
continue cooking after it is turned off. Remove the pan from the surface unit if
you want cooking to stop.
Pans must be made of ferrous metals (metal that attracts a magnet). Heat is
produced by a magnetic circuit between the coil and the pan. Heats up right away
and changes heat settings right away, like a gas cooktop. After turning the control
off, the glass cooktop is hot from the heat of the pan, but cooking stops right away.
Heats by direct contact with the pan and by heating the air under the pan. For best
cooking results, use good quality pans. Electric coils are more forgiving of
warped pans than radiant or solid disks. Heats up quickly but does not change
heat settings as quickly as gas or induction. Electric coils stay hot enough to
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continue cooking for a short time after they are turned off.
Heats by direct contact with the pan, so pans must be flat on the bottom for good
cooking results. Heats up and cools down more slowly than electric coils. The
disk stays hot enough to continue cooking after it is turned off. Remove the pan
from the solid disk if you want the cooking to stop.
SUREACE COOKING
Electric Ignition
Your surface burners are lighted by electric ignition,
Surface burners in use when an electrical power
eliminating the need for standing pilot lights with
failure occurs will continue to operate normally.
constantly burning flames.
In case of a power failure, you can light the surface
burners on your range with a match. Hold a lighted
match to the burner, then turn the knob to the LITE
position. Use extreme caution when lighting
burners this way.
Surface Burner Controls
Knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are marked as to which
burners they control. The two knobs on the left control the left front and
left rear burners. The two knobs on the right control the right front and
right rear burners.
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Light a Surface Burner
Push the control knob in and
turn it counterclockwise to
LITE.
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You will hear a little “clicking”
noise— the sound of the electric
spark igniting the burner.
The lowest setting of the burner
has a small flame to provide
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If simmering on one burner and the other burners are
turned on, the gas flow of the simmering burner may
have to be adjusted.
After the burner ignites, turn the knob to adjust the
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flame size.
You may occasionally hear the igniter ticking, even
though the burner is lit. This is normal and is caused
simmering capability. To simmer foods, set the
by drafts or by air disturbances from nearby objects.
cooktop
control knob to the lowest setting that will
For safety, the burner will attempt to relight whenever
maintain the desired simmer.
it senses that the flame is distorted.
After Lighting a Burner
How to Select Flame Size
Check to be sure the burner you turned on is the one
Watch the flame, not
the
knob, as you reduce heat.
you want to use.
The flame size on a gas burner should match the
Do not operate a burner for an extended period of
cookware you are using.
time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the
FOR SAFE HANDLING
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without cookware to absorb the heat. OF COOKWARE, NEVER
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Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you
LET THE FLAME EXTEND
place your hand, a pot holder, cleaning cloths or other
UP THE SIDES OF THE
materials on them.
COOKWARE. Any flame
lamer than the bottom of the cookware is
.
wa;ted and only serves to heat the handle.
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
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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.
Wok Cooking
We recommend that you
use only a flat-bottomed
wok. They are available
at your local retail store.
Do not use woks that have
support rings. Use of these
types of woks, with or without
the
ting
in place, can be
dangerous. Placing the ring
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over the burner grate may cause
the burner to work improperly resulting in carbon
monoxide levels above allowable current standards.
This could be dangerous to your health. Do not try
to use such woks without the ring. You could be
seriously burned if the wok tipped over.
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FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN CONTROL
1. CLEAR/OFF. Press this pad to cancel all oven
operations except clock and timer.
2. PROGRAM STATUS. Words light up in the
display to indicate what is in time display.
Programmed information can be displayed at any
time by pressing the pad of the operation you want
to see. For example, you can display the current
time of day while the timer is counting down by
pressing the CLOCK pad.
3. TIME DISPLAY. Shows the time of day, the times
set for the timer or automatic oven operation.
4. OVEN TEMPERATURE AND BROIL
DISPLAY. Shows the oven temperature or the
broil setting selected.
5. FUNCTION INDICATORS. Lights up to
show whether oven is in the bake, broil or
self-
clean mode.
6. INCREASE. Short taps to this pad increase the
time or temperature by small amounts. Press and
hold the pad to increase the time or temperature by
larger amounts.
7. DECREASE. Short taps to this pad decrease
the time or temperature by small amounts. Press
and hold the pad to decrease the time or
temperature by larger amounts.
8. BAKE. Press this pad to select the bake function.
9. BROIL. Press this pad to select the broil function.
10. CLEAN. Press this pad to select the self-cleaning
function. See the Operating the Self-Cleaning
Oven section.
11.
COOK TIME.
Press this pad for Timed Baking
operations.
12. STOP TIME. Use this pad along with the COOK
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TIME or CLEAN pad to stop automatically at a
time you select.
13.
CLOCK.
To set clock, first press the CLOCK pad.
Then press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad to
change the time of day. Press the clock pad to start.
14.
TIMER ON/OFF.
Press this pad to select the
timer function.
To set the timer, first press the TIMER ON/OFF
pad. Then press the INCREASE or DECREASE
pad to change the time.
To cancel the timer, press and hold the TIMER
ON/OFF pad until the word “TIMER” disappears
from the display.
If “F-” and a number flash in the display
and the oven control signals, this indicates
function error code. Press 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.
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Clock
The clock must be set for the automatic oven timing
functions to work properly. The time of day cannot
be changed during a Timed Baking or Self-Cleaning
cycle.
To Set the Clock
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1. Press the CLOCK pad.
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2.
Press the
INCREASE or DECREASE
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day.
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Timer
To Set the Timer
The timer is a minute timer;
it does not control oven operations.
The maximum setting on the timer
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1. Press the TIMER
The timer will start automatically
TIMER
ON/OFF pad.
ON/OFF
within a few seconds of releasing
the pad. The timer, as you are
is 9 hours and 55 minutes.
setting it, will display seconds until
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2. Press the INCREASE
1
minfite
is reached.”Then it will
A
or DECREASE pad
display minutes and seconds until
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to set the amount of
60 minutes is reached.
time on the timer.
After 60 minutes, it will display
hours (“HR” now appears in
display) and minutes until the
maximum time of 9 hours and
55 minutes is reached.
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To Reset the Timer
To Cancel the Timer
If “TIMER” is displayed, press the INCREASE or
Press and hold the TIMER ON/OFF pad until the
DECREASE pad until desired time is reached.
word “TIMER” disappears from the display.
If “TIMER” is not displayed, press the TIMER
ON/OFF pad first, then follow the instructions above
to set the timer.
End of Cycle Tone
Display Messages
The end of cycle tone is a series of 3 beeps followed
If “door”
appears
in
the display,
the door is open.
by 1 beep every 6 seconds. If you would like to
Close the door. If “LOCK” appears in the display, the
remove the signal that beeps every 6 seconds, press
oven door is in the locked position. BAKE, BROIL
and hold the
CLEAWOFF pad for 10 seconds.
and COOK TIME cannot be set if the door is in the
To return the signal that beeps every 6 seconds, press
locked position.
and hold the CLEAR/OFF pad for 10 seconds.
Power Outage
After a power outage, when power is restored, the display will flash and
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time shown will no longer be correct-for example, after a 5-minute power
interruption the clock will be 5 minutes slow.
All other functions that were in operation when the power went out will
have to be programmed again.
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USING YOUR OVEN
Before Using Your Oven
1. Look at the controls. Be sure you understand
NOTE:
how to set them properly. Read over the directions
for the Oven Controls so you understand how to
● You may notice a “burning” or “oily” smell the
first few times you turn your oven on. This is normal
use them.
in a new oven and will disappear in a short time.
2. Check the oven interior. Look at the shelves.
To speed the process, set a self-clean cycle for a
Take a practice run at removing and replacing them
minimum of 3 hours. See the Operating the
Self-
properly, to give sure, sturdy support.
Cleaning Oven section.
3. Read over information and tips that follow.
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A fan may automatically turn on and off to cool
4. Keep this guide handy so you can refer to it,
internal parts. This is normal and the fan may
especially during the first weeks of using your
continue to run even after the oven is turned off.
new range.
Electric Ignition
The oven burner and broil burner are lighted by
electric ignition.
To light either burner, touch the pad for the desired
function and press the INCREASE or DECREASE
pad until the desired temperature is displayed. The
burner should ignite within 30-90 seconds.
After the oven reaches the selected temperature, the
burner cycles—off completely, then on with a full
flame-to keep the oven temperature controlled.
Power Outage
CAUTION: DO NOT MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO
OPERATE THE ELECTRIC IGNITION OVEN
DURING AN ELECTRICAL POWER OUTAGE.
Neither the oven nor the broiler can be lit during an
electrical power outage. Gas will not flow unless the
glow bar is hot.
If the oven is in use when a power outage occurs,
the oven burner shuts off and cannot be
re-lit
until
power is restored.
Oven Shelves
The shelves are designed with stop-locks so that
when placed correctly on the shelf supports, they
will stop before coming out completely from the
oven, and will not tilt when removing food from or
placing food on them.
When placing cookware on a shelf, pull the shelf out
to the “stop” position. Place the cookware on the
shelf, then slide the shelf back into the oven. This will
eliminate reaching into the hot oven.
To remove the shelves from the oven, pull them
toward you, tilt front end upward and pull them out.
To replace,
place the shelf on the shelf support with
the stop-locks (curved extension of the shelf) facing up
toward the rear of the oven. Tilt up the front and push
the shelf toward the back of the oven until it goes past
the bump on the shelf support. Then lower the front of
the shelf and push it all the way back.
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Shelf Positions
The oven has 4 shelf supports, identified in this
illustration as A (bottom), B, C and D (top).
Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the
Baking, Roasting and Broiling sections.
Oven Light
The light comes on automatically when the oven door is opened.
Use the switch on the control panel to turn the light on and off when the
door is closed.
Oven Vent
Your oven is vented through ducts at the rear
● Do not leave any items on the cooktop. The hot air
of the range. Do not block these ducts when cooking
from the vent may ignite flammable items and will
in the oven—it is important that the flow of hot air
increase pressure in closed containers, which may
from the oven and fresh air to the oven burner be
cause them to burst.
uninterrupted. Avoid touching the vent openings or
● Metal items will become very hot if they are left
nearby surfaces during oven or broiler
operation—
they may become hot.
on the cooktop, and could cause burns.
● Vent openings and nearby surfaces may become
hot. Do not touch them.
● Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may
become hot if left too close to the vent.
● Do not leave plastic
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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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BAKING
Your oven temperature is controlled very accurately
If you think an adjustment is necessary, see the Adjust
using an oven control system. We recommend that
the Oven Thermostat section. It gives easy
Do
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you operate the range for a number of weeks using the
Yow-,se~instructions
on how to adjust the thermostat.
time given on recipes as a guide to become familiar
NOTE: When the oven gets hot, the top and outside
with your new oven’s
perfomnance.
surfaces of the range get hot too.
How to Set Your Range for Baking
To avoid possible burns, place shelves in the correct
position before you turn the oven on.
1. Press the BAKE pad.
2. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until the
desired temperature is displayed.
The oven will start automatically. 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.
3. Press the CLEAIVOFF pad when baking is finished
and then remove the food from the oven.
NOTE: A fan may automatically turn on and off to
cool internal parts. This is normal, and the fan may
continue to run after the oven is turned off.
To change the oven temperature during BAKE
cycle, press the BAKE pad and then the INCREASE
or DECREASE pad to get the new temperature.
Oven Shelves
Arrange the oven
shelf or shelves in
the desired locations
while the oven is
cool. The correct
shelf position
depends on the kind
of food and the
browning desired.
As a general rule,
place-most foods in the middle of the oven, on either
shelf positions B or C. See the chart for suggested
shelf positions.
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Type of Food
Shelf Position
Angel food cake
A
Biscuits or muffins B or C
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Cookies or cupcakes
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Brownies
B or C
Layer cakes B or C
Bundt or pound cakes
A or B
Pies or pie shells B or C
Frozen pies
A (on cookie sheet)
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Casseroles
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BorC
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Roasting
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Preheating
Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. Preheat
Preheating is necessary for good results when baking
means bringing the oven up to the specified
cakes, cookies, pastry and breads. For most casseroles
temperature before putting the food in the oven.
and roasts, preheating is not necessary. For ovens
To preheat, set the oven at the correct
temperature—
without a preheat indicator light or tone, preheat
selecting a higher temperature does not shorten
10 minutes. After the oven is preheated, place the
preheat time.
food in the oven as quickly as possible to prevent
heat from escaping.
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3aking
Pans
Pan Placement
Use the proper baking pan. The type of finish on the
pan determines the amount of browning that will occur.
● Dark, rough or dull pans absorb heat resulting in a
browner, crisper crust. Use this type for pies.
● Shiny, bright and smooth pans reflect heat, resulting
in a lighter, more delicate browning. Cakes and
cookies require this type of pan.
● Glass baking dishes absorb heat. When baking in
glass baking dishes, the temperature may need to be
reduced by
25”F.
For even cooking and proper browning, there must be
enough room for air circulation in the oven. Baking
results will be better if baking pans are centered as
much as possible rather than being placed to the front
or to the back of the oven.
Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the
oven. Allow 1- to
l!A-inch
space between pans as well
as from the back of the oven, the door and the sides.
If you use two shelves, stagger the pans so one is not
directly above the other.
Baking Guides
When using prepared baking mixes, follow package recipe or instructions
for the best baking results.
Cookies
When baking cookies, flat cookie sheets (without
sides) produce better-looking cookies. Cookies baked
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in a jelly roll pan (short sides all around) may have
darker edges and pale or light browning may occur.
Do not use a cookie sheet
so
large that it touches the
walls or the door of the oven. Never entirely cover
a shelf with a large cookie sheet.
For best results, use only one cookie sheet in the oven
at a time.
Pies
Cakes
For best results, bake pies in dark, rough or dull pans
When baking cakes, warped or bent pans will cause
to produce a browner, crisper crust. Frozen pies in foil
uneven baking results and poorly shaped products.
pans should be placed on an aluminum cookie sheet
A cake baked in a pan larger than the recipe
for baking since the shiny foil pan reflects heat away
recommends will usually be crisper, thinner and drier
from the pie crust; the cookie sheet helps retain it.
than it should be. If baked in a pan smaller than
recommended, it may be undercooked and batter may
overflow. Check the recipe to make sure the pan size
used is the one recommended.
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BAKING
(continued)
Aluminum Foil
Never entirely cover a shelf with aluminum foil.
This will disturb the heat circulation and result in
poor baking. A smaller sheet of foil maybe used
to catch a
spillover
by placing it on a lower shelf
several inches below the food.
Don’t Peek
Set the timer for the estimated cooking time and do DO NOT open the door to check until the minimum
not open the door to look at your food. Most recipes time. Opening the oven door frequently during
provide minimum and maximum baking times such cooking allows heat to escape and makes baking
as “bake 30-40 minutes.”
times longer. Your baking results may also be affected.
TIMED BAKING
How to Time Bake
The oven control allows you to turn the oven on or
To set the clock, first press the CLOCK pad. Press the
off automatically at specific times that you set.
INCREASE or DECREASE pad until the correct time
NOTE: Before beginning make sure the clock shows
of day is displayed.
the correct time of day.
How to Set Immediate Start and Automatic Stop
To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the
correct position before you turn the oven on.
The oven will turn on immediately and cook for a
selected length of time. At the end of Cook Time,
the oven will turn off automatically.
1. Press the COOK TIME pad.
NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating, you may
need to add additional time to the
lemzth
of
The oven will start automatically. The word “ON”
and “100°” will be displayed. The Cook Time will
begin to count down. As the oven heats up, the
display will show the changing temperature.
When the oven reaches the temperature you set,
a tone will sound. The oven will continue to cook
for the programmed amount of time, then shut off
automatically.
the Cook Time.
5.
Press the CLEAR/OFF pad to clear the display
2. Press the INCREASE pad until the desired length
if necessary. Remove the food from the oven.
of baking time appears in the display.
Remember, even though the oven shuts off
3. Press the BAKE pad.
automatically, foods continue cooking after the
controls are off.
4.
Pfess
the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until the
desired temperature is displayed. An attention tone
NOTE:
will occur if step 3 is not done.
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Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs,
fkh,
stuffhgs, poultry and pork, should not be allowed to ‘
sit for more than one 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.
● A fan may automatically turn on and off to cool
internal parts. This is normal, and the fan may
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continue to run after the oven is turned off.
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How to Set Delay Start and Automatic Stop
Quick Reminder:
1. Press the COOK TIME pad.
2. Press the INCREASE/DECREASE pad to set
the Cooking Time.
3. Press the STOP TIME pad.
4. Press the INCREASE/DECREASE pad to set
the length of Cooking Time.
5. Press the BAKE pad.
6. Press the INCREASE/DECREASE pad until
the desired temperature appears in the display.
To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the
correct position before you turn the oven on.
You can set the oven control to delay-start the oven,
cook for a specific length of time an-d then turn off
automatically.
For example: Let’s say it’s
2:00
and dinner time is
shortly after
7:00.
The recipe suggests 3 hours baking
time at 325°F. Here’s how:
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1. Press the COOK TIME pad.
COOK
TIME
NOTE: If your recipe requires
preheating, you may need to add
additional time to the Cook Time.
2. For 3 hours of cooking time, press the INCREASE
pad until
“3:00”
appears in the display.
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3. Press the STOP TIME pad.
STOP
TIME
“5:00”
appears in the display and “STOP TIME”
flashes. The control automatically sets the Stop
Time by adding the Cook Time to the time of day.
In this example, the time of day is
2:00
and the
Cook Time is 3 hours. Adding 3 hours to the time
of day equals
5:00.
4. Change the Stop Time from
5:00
to
7:00
by
pressing the INCREASE pad until
“7:00”
appears
in the display.
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5. press the BAKE pad.
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6. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until
“325°” is displayed.
At
4:00, the oven will turn on automatically. The
word “ON” and “100°” will be displayed. The Cook
Time will begin to count down. As the oven heats
up, the display will show the changing temperature,.
The oven will continue to cook for the programmed
3 hours and shut off automatically at
7:00.
7. Press 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 the
controls are off.
NOTE:
● The low temperature zone of this range (between
150°F.
and
200”F.)
is available to keep hot cooked
foods warm. Food kept in the oven longer than two
hours at these low temperatures may spoil.
● Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish,
stuffings, poultry and pork, should not be allowed to
sit for more than one hour before or after cooking.
Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful
bacteria. Be sure the oven light is off because heat
from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.
● A fan may automatically turn on and off to cool
internal parts. This is normal, and the fan may
continue to run after the oven is turned off.
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ADJUST THE OVEN
THERMOSTAT—
DO IT YOURSELF!
You may feel that your new oven cooks differently
than the one it replaced. We recommend that you
use your new oven for a few weeks to become more
familiar with it, following the times given in your
recipes as a guide.
If you think your new oven is too hot or too cold,
you can adjust the thermostat yourself. If you think
it is too hot, adjust the thermostat to make it cooler. If
you think it is too cool, adjust the thermostat to make
it hotter.
We do not recommend the use of inexpensive
thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores,
to check the temperature setting of your new oven.
These thermometers may vary 20-40 degrees.
To Adjust the Thermostat:
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1.
press the
BA~pad,
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2. Select an oven temperature between 500°F.
and
550”F.
3. Immediately, before the BAKE indicator stops
flashing, press and hold the BAKE pad for about
4 seconds. The display will change to the oven
adjustment display.
4. The oven temperature can be adjusted up to
(+)
35”F.
hotter or (-)
35°F.
cooler. Use the
INCREASE or DECREASE pads to select the
desired change in the display.
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5. After you have made the adjustment,
CLEAR
press the CLEAR/OFF pad to go back
OFF
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.
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Roasting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat or
Most meats continue to cook slightly while standing,
poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven.
after being removed from the oven. The standing time
Roasting temperatures, which should be low and
recommended for roasts is 10 to 20 minutes. This
steady, keep spattering to a minimum.
allows roasts to firm up and makes them easier to
Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats.
carve. The internal temperature will rise about 5° to
Therefore, oven controls are set for Baking or Timed
10”F.; to compensate for the temperature rise, if
Baking. (You may hear a slight clicking sound,
desired, remove the roast from oven sooner (at 5° to
indicating the oven is working properly.) Timed
10”F. less than the temperature in the Roasting Guide).
Baking will turn the oven on and off automatically.
Remember that food will continue to cook in the hot
oven and therefore should be removed when the
desired internal temperature has been reached.
1. Place the shelf in A or B position. No preheating
is necessary.
2. Check the weight of the
meat. Place the meat
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3. Press the BAKE pad.
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4. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE
A
paduntilthedesiredtemperatureis
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displayed.
The oven will start automatically. 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.
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5. Press the
CLEAWOFF pad when
CLEAR
roasting is finished and then remove
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the food from the oven.
NOTE: A fan may automatically turn on and off to
cool internal parts. This is normal, and the fan may
continue to run after the oven is turned off.
To change the oven temperature during the
roasting cycle, press the BAKE pad and then
the INCREASE or DECREASE pad to get the
new temperature.
Use of Aluminum Foil
You can use aluminum foil to line the broiler pan.
This makes clean-up easier when using the pan for
marinating, cooking with fruits, cooking heavily
cured meats or basting food during cooking. Press
the foil tightly around the inside of the pan.
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ROASTING
(continued)
Questions and Answers
Q. Is it necessary to check for doneness with a Q. Do I need to preheat my oven each time
meat thermometer?
I cook a roast or poultry?
A. Checking the finished internal temperature at the
A. It is not necessary to preheat your oven.
completion of cooking time is recommended.
Temperatures are shown in the Roasting Guide
Q. When buying a roast, are there any special tips
that would help me cook it more evenly?
section. For roasts over 8 lbs., check with
thermometer at half-hour intervals after half
A. Yes. Buy a roast as even in thickness as possible,
the cooking time has passed.
or buy roiled roasts.
Q. Why is m~roast crumbling when I try to
carve it?
Q. Can I seal the sides of my foil “tent” when
roasting a turkey?
A. Roasts are easier to slice if allowed to cool 10 to
A. Sealing the foil will steam the meat. Leaving it
20 minutes after removing them from the oven.
unsealed allows the air to circulate and brown
Be sure to cut across the grain of the meat.
the meat.
ROASTING GUIDE
Frozen Roasts
Frozen roasts of beef, pork, lamb, etc., can be started
Make sure poultry is thawed before roasting.
without thawing, but allow 10 to 25 minutes per
Unthawed poultry often does not cook evenly.
pound additional time (10 minutes per pound for
Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked
roasts under 5 pounds, more time for larger roasts).
successfully without thawing. Follow the directions
given on the package label.
Oven
Approximate Roasting Time
Internal
Type
Temperature
Doneness
in Minutes per Pound
Temperature “F.
Meat
3 to 5
lbs.
6 to 8 Ibs.
Tender cuts; rib, high quality
325°
Rare:
24-33
18-22
140°–1500*
sirloin tip, rump or top round*
Medium:
35-39
22–29
150°–1600
Well Done:
40-45 30-35
170°–1850
Lamb leg or bone-in shoulder*
325°
Rare:
21-25
20-23
140”–150°t
Medium:
25-30
24-28
150°–1600
Well Done:
30-35 28-33
170°–1850
Veal shoulder, leg or loin*
325°
Well Done:
35-45
3040
170°–1800
Pork loin, rib or shoulder*
325°
Well Done:
3545
30-40
1700–1 80°
Ham, precooked
325°
To Warm:
17-20 minutes per pound (any weight) 115°–1200
Poultry
3 to 5 lbs.
Over 5 lbs.
Chicken or Duck
325°
Well Done:
35-40 30-35
185°–1900
Chicken pieces
350°
Well Done:
3540
185°–1900
10 to 15 lbs. Over 15 Ibs. In thigh:
Turkey 325°
Well Done: 18-25
15-20
185°–1900
*For boneless rolled roasts over 6 inches thick, add 5 to 10 minutes per pound to times given above.
TThe
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.)
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Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the
Turn the food only once during broiling. Time the
food. Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be
foods for the first side according to the Broiling
broiled. Follow these directions to keep spattering and
Guide. Turn the food, then use the times given for the
smoking to a minimum.
second side as a guide to the preferred doneness.
The oven door should be closed during broiling.
1. If the meat has fat or gristle around the edge, cut
vertical slashes through both about 2“ apart. If
desired, the fat may be trimmed, leaving layer
about 1/8” thick.
2. Place the meat on the broiler rack on the broiler pan
which comes with the range. Always use the rack
so the fat drips into the broiler pan; otherwise the
juices may become hot enough to catch on fire.
3. Position the shelf on the recommended shelf
position as suggested in the Broiling Guide.
4. Close the oven door.
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5. Press the BROIL pad.
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BROIL
6. Press the INCREASE pad once for LO Broil or
press the INCREASE pad twice for HI Broil.
To
change from HI Broil to LO Broil, press the
DECREASE pad once.
To change back to HI Broil, press the INCREASE
pad once.
7.
When broiling is completed, press the CLEAR/OFF
pad. Serve the food immediately, and leave the
pan outside the oven to cool during the meal for
easiest cleaning.
NOTE: A fan may automatically turn on and off to
cool internal parts. This is normal, and the fan may
continue to run after the oven is turned off.
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Use of Aluminum Foil
You can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan
and broiler rack. However, you must mold the foil
tightly to the rack and cut slits in it just like the rack.
Without the slits, the foil will prevent fat and meat
juices from draining to the broiler pan. The juices
could become hot enough to catch on fire. If you do
not cut the slits, you are frying, not broiling.
Questions and Answers
Q. When broiling, is it necessary to always use a
rack in the pan?
A. Yes. Using the rack suspends the meat over the
pan. As the meat cooks, the juices fall into the pan,
thus keeping meat drier. Juices are protected by the
rack and stay cooler, thus preventing excessive
spatter and smoking.
Q. Should I salt the meat before broiling?
A. No. Salt draws out the juices and allows them to
evaporate. Always salt after cooking. Turn the
meat with tongs; piercing the meat with a fork also
allows the juices to escape. When broiling poultry
or fish, brush each side often with butter.
Q. Do I need to grease my broiler rack to prevent
the meat from sticking?
A. No. The broiler rack is designed to reflect broiler
heat, thus keeping the surface cool enough to
prevent the meat from sticking to the surface.
However, spraying the broiler rack lightly with a
vegetable cooking spray before cooking will make
clean-up easier.
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BROILING GUIDE
● Always use the broiler pan and rack that comes with
your oven. It is designed to minimize smoking and
spattering by trapping the juices in the shielded
lower part of the pan.
● When arranging food on the pan, do not let fatty
edges hang over the sides because dripping fat could
soil the oven.
● The broiler does not need to be preheated. However,
for very thin foods, or to increase browning, preheat
if desired.
● Use LO Broil to cook foods such as poultry or thick
pork chops thoroughly without over-browning them.
● Broiling should always be done with the oven
door closed.
● For steaks and chops, slash fat evenly around the
outside edges of the meat. To slash, cut crosswise
through the outer fat surface just to the edge of the
meat. Use tongs to turn the meat over to prevent
piercing the meat and losing the juices.
● Frozen steaks can be broiled by positioning the oven
shelf at next lowest shelf position and increasing
cooking time given in this guide 1
X
times per side.
●
If desired, marinate meats or chicken before broiling
or brush with barbecue sauce last 5 to 10 minutes only.
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Up to 8 patties take about same time.
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Well Done
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1 inch thick
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10
15
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16-18
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through before browning. Pan frying
is recommended. Slash fat.
1
fi
inch thick
(2 to
2X
lbs.)
28-30
18–20
Reduce time about 5 to 10 minutes per
side for cut-up chicken. Brush each side
with melted butter. Broil skin-side-down
first.
1 whole
(2 to
2X
lbs.),
split lengthwise
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Bakery Product!
Bread (Toast) or
Toaster Pastries
2 to 4 slices
1 pkg.
(2)
2 (split)
2-4
(6 to 8 oz. each)
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or D
2-3
3-4
1/2-1
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cut-side-up and brush with butter,
if desired.
English Muffins
Lobster Tails
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or D
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Do not
turn over.
Cut through back of shell. Spread open
Brush with melted butter before and
after half of
broiling
time.
Fish
l-lb. fillets 1/4 to
1/2 inch thick
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5
5
Handle and turn very carefully. Brush
with lemon butter before and during
cooking if desired. Preheat broiler to
increase browning.
Increase time 5 to 10 minutes per side
for
lfi
inch thick or home cured ham.
Ham Slices
(precooked)
Pork Chops
Well Done
1 inch thick
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B
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8
8
2 (1/2 inch thick)
2(1 inch thick),
about 1 lb.
10-12
12-13
4--5
8-9
Slash fat.
Lamb Chops
Medium
Well Done
2
(1
inch thick),
about 10 to 12 oz.
2(1
X
inch thick),
about 1 lb.
8
10
10
4-7
10
4-6
12-14
1–2
Slash fat.
Medium
Well Done
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6
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sausages in half
lengthwise; cut into 5- to 6-inch pieces.
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similar
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24
OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN
Normal Cleaning Time: 3 hours
u
Quick Reminder:
1. Prepare the oven for cleaning.
2. Close the oven door.
3. Press the CLEAN pad.
4. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad
to set the Clean Time.
Before a Clean Cycle
The range must be completely cool in order to set
the self-clean cycle.
We recommend venting with an open window
or using a ventilation fan or hood during the first
self-clean cycle.
1. Remove the broiler pan, broiler rack, all cookware
and any aluminum foil from the oven—they can’t
withstand the high cleaning temperatures.
NOTE: The oven shelves may be cleaned in
the self-cleaning oven. However, they will darken,
lose their luster and become hard to slide.
2. Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom. If you
use soap, rinse thoroughly before self-cleaning
to prevent staining.
Area Area
Openings
Oven door
outside
inside in door
gasket
gasket gasket
3. Clean spatters or soil on the oven front frame and
the oven door outside the gasket with a dampened
cloth. The oven front frame and the oven door
outside the gasket do not get cleaned by the
self-
clean cycle. On these areas, use detergent and hot
water or a soap-filled steel wool pad. Rinse well
with a vinegar and water solution. This will help
prevent a brown residue from forming when the
oven is heated. Buff these areas with a dry cloth.
Do not clean the gasket.
Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners. Clean
the top, sides and outside front of the oven door
with soap and water.
Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place.
Do not rub or clean the door gasket—the
fiberglass material of the gasket has an extremely
low resistance to abrasion. An intact well-fitting
oven door gasket is essential for energy-efficient
oven operation and good baking results. 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.
Do not let water run down through openings in
the top of the door. To help prevent water from
getting in these slots when cleaning, open the door
as far as it will go.
4. Close the oven door and make sure the oven
light is off. If the oven light is not turned off,
the life of the bulb will be shortened or it may
burn out immediately. The door latches
automatically after the clean cycle is set.
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 temperature may damage the
porcelain finish of the oven.
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25
OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN
(continued)
How to Set Oven for Cleaning
Quick Reminder:
1. Prepare the oven for cleaning.
2. Close the oven door.
3. Press the CLEAN pad.
4. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad
to set the clean time.
1. Follow steps to prepare the oven for cleaning.
2. Close the oven door.
(—]
3.
press the CLEAN
pad.
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CLEAN
4. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE
pad until the desired Clean Time
is displayed.
Clean Time is normally 3 hours. You can change
the Clean Time to any time between 2 and 4 hours,
depending on the amount of soil in your oven.
The self-clean cycle will automatically begin
after “CLEAN” is displayed and the word “ON”
appears in the display. When the oven heats to a
high temperature, the word “LOCK” will appear in
the display. It will not be possible to open the oven
door until_ the LOCK
light
goes off and the oven has
cooled below locking temperature.
NOTE: A fan may automatically turn on and off to
cool internal parts. This is normal, and the fan may
continue to run after the oven is turned off.
To Stop a Clean Cycle
1. Press the CLEAR/OFF pad.
2. When the LOCK light goes off and the oven has cooled below the
locking temperature, open the door.
After a Clean Cycle
When the clean cycle is finished, the word “CLEAN”
After a clean cycle, you may notice some white ash
will go out in the display and the oven will begin to
in the oven. Just wipe it up with a damp cloth.
cool. When the oven temperature has fallen below the
locking temperature, the word “LOCK” goes out and
If white spots remain, remove them with a soap-filled
the door can be opened.
steel wool pad. Be sure to rinse thoroughly with a
vinegar and water mixture. These deposits are usually
a
When the LOCK light is off and the oven has cooled
salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle.
below the locking temperature, open the door.
If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle, the cycle
may be repeated.
If the shelves have become hard to slide, wipe the
shelf supports with cooking oil.
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How to Set Delay Start of Cleaning
Delay Start is setting the oven timer to start the clean
cycle automatically at a later time than the present
time of day.
NOTE: Before beginning make sure the oven clock
shows the correct time of day.
Quick Reminder—Delay Start for Self-Clean:
1. Prepare the oven for cleaning.
2. Close the oven door.
3. Press the CLEAN pad.
4. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until
the desired Clean Time appears.
5. Press the STOP TIME pad.
6. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until
the desired Stop Time appears in the display.
For example: Let’s say it’s
7:00
and you want the
oven to begin self-cleaning at
9:00
after you’re
finished in the kitchen. The oven is just soiled a
normal amount so the normal Clean Time of 3 hours
is preferred.
1. Prepare the oven for cleaning.
2. Close the oven door. Make sure the oven light
is off.
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3. Press the CLEAN pad.
CLEAN
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4. Press the INCREASE
uad.
Three hours
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cleaning time is automatically set.
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5. If a longer or shorter Clean Time is desired, press
the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until the
desired Clean Time is displayed.
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6. Press the STOP TIME pad.
“10:00”
STOP
appears in the display and “STOP
TIME
TIME” flashes. The control
automatically sets the Stop Time
by adding the Clean Time to the time
of day.
7. Change the Stop Time from
10:00
to
12:00
by
pressing the INCREASE pad until
“12:00”
appears
in the display. The words “DELAY CLEAN” will
also appear in the display.
The self-clean cycle will automatically begin at
9:00
and finish at
12:00.
The word “ON” will appear in the
display at
9:00.
When the oven heats to a high temperature,
the word “LOCK” will be displayed and the door will
be locked in position. It will not be possible to open
the oven door until the temperature drops below the
lock temperature.
When the clean cycle is finished, the word “CLEAN”
will go out in the display and the oven will begin to
cool. When the oven temperature has fallen below the
locking temperature the word “LOCK” goes out and
the door can be opened.
8. When the LOCK light is off, open the door.
NOTE: A fan may automatically turn on and off to
cool internal parts. This is normal, and the fan may
continue to run after the oven is turned off.
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In this example, the time of day is
7:00
and the Clean Time is 3 hours. Adding 3
hours to the time of day equals
10:00.
27
OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN
(continued)
Questions and Answers
Q. If my oven clock is not set to the correct time of
day, can I still self-clean my oven?
A. If the clock is not set to the correct time of day you
will not be able to set a delay clean to end at a
specific time.
Q. Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part
of my self-cleaning oven?
A.
Q
No cleaners or coatings should be used around any
part of this oven. If you do use them and do not
thoroughly rinse the oven with water, wiping it
absolutely clean afterwards, the residue can scar
the oven surface and damage metal parts the next
time the oven is automatically cleaned.
, What should I do if excessive smoking occurs
during cleaning?
A.
This is caused by excessive soil. Press the
CLEAIUOFF pad. Open the windows to rid the
room of smoke. Wait until the oven has cooled
and the word “LOCK” is off in the display. Wipe
up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle.
Q. Is the “crackling” or “popping” sound I hear
during cleaning normal?
A. Yes. This is the sound of the metal heating and
cooling during both the cooking and cleaning
functions.
Q. Should there be any odor during the cleaning?
A. Yes, there will be an odor during the first few
cleanings. Failure to wipe out excessive soil might
also cause a strong odor when cleaning.
Q. What causes the hair-like lines on the enameled
surface of my oven?
A. This is a normal condition, resulting from heating
and cooling during cleaning. These lines do not
affect how your oven performs.
Q. Why do I have ash left in my oven after
cleaning?
A.
Some types of soil will leave a deposit which is ash
It can be removed with a damp sponge or cloth.
Q. My oven shelves do not slide easily.
What is the matter?
A. After self-cleaning, the oven shelves will lose
their luster and become hard to slide. To make the
shelves slide more easily, wipe the shelf supports
with cooking oil.
Q. My oven shelves have become gray after the
self-clean cycle. Is this normal?
A. Yes. After the self-clean cycle, the shelves will
lose some luster and discolor to a deep gray color.
Q. Can I cook food on the cooktop while the oven
is self-cleaning?
A. Yes. While the oven is self-cleaning, you can use
the cooktop just as you normally do.
Proper care and cleaning are important so your range
BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF
will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow
BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THE
these directions carefully in caring for your range to
RANGE.
assure safe and proper maintenance.
Burner Assembly
The burner assemblies should be washed regularly
and, of course, after
spillovers.
Turn all the controls to OFF before removing the
burner parts.
The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed
beyond the top of the burner. When cleaning
the burner bowl, be careful not to snag the
electrode of the spark igniter with your cleaning
cloth. Be careful not to turn on any cooktop
controls while cleaning the burner bowls. A
slight electrical shock might result which could
cause you to knock over hot cookware.
The burner grates, burner tops and trim rings can be
lifted off, making them easy to clean. Removing them
gives you access-to the burner bodies and burner
bowls. (To avoid snagging cloth on spark igniters,
ieave
burner tops in place when cleaning burner
bowls.) There is a locating pin
tliat
fits into an
indentation at the bottom of the bowls. The pin allows
the grate to sit level in one direction only. Do not
remove the pin. Do not remove the burner bowls
from glass top units. Clean the burner grates, caps,
and bowls with abrasive cleaners or soap filled steel
wool pads. Soak stubborn soil. Dry them with a
cloth—don’t reassemble them wet.
To reassemble: Place the trim ring onto the burner
body first. Before replacing the burner top, first
examine the two tabs on its underside. The tabs are to
fit into receiving slots in burner head. When replacing
burner grate, make sure the bottoms of the four larger
burner grate fingers fit into the corresponding
indentations in the burner bowl.
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Burner Bowl
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE
BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS
IN PLACE.
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29
CARE AND CLEANING
(continued)
Burner Grates
Porcelain enamel
burner grates should
be washed regularly
and, of course, after
spillovers.
Wash them
in hot, soapy water and
rinse with clean water.
e
To get rid of burned-on food, place the grates
in a covered container or plastic bag. Add 1/4 cup
ammonia and let them soak for 30 minutes. Wash,
rinse well, and dry.
Although they’re durable, the grates will gradually
lose their shine,
rewu-dless
of the best care
you
can
You may also use abrasive cleaners and steel wool
give them. This is
~ue to their continual exposure to
high temperatures.
pads to clean burner grates. Dry the grates with a
cloth—don’t put them back on the range wet.
Do not operate a burner for an extended period
When replacing the grates, be sure they’re positioned
of time without cookware on the grate. The finish
securelv
over the burners.
on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb
the
heat.
Control Panel and Knobs
It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each
use.
Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and
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water, rinse with clean water and polish dry with a
soft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleansers,
plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control
panel–they will damage the finish. A 50/50 solution
of vinegar and hot water works well.
The control knobs may be removed for easier
cleaning. Before removing the knobs for cleaning,
please note that the knobs on the left side and the
To remove a knob, pull it straight off the stem. If a
knobs on the right side are in the proper OFF position.
knob is difficult to remove, place a thin cloth (like a
When replacing the knobs, check the OFF position to
handkerchief) or a piece of string under and around
insure proper alignment.
the knob edge and pull up.
Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not soak.
Avoid getting water into the knob stem holes.
Cooktop Glass
To keep the cooktop looking its best, wipe up any
spills as they occur. This will keep them from burning
on and becoming more difficult to remove.
As soon as the cooktop is cool, wash the glass
surface with a cloth moistened with warm, soapy
water; rinse with clean water, and dry with a soft
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cloth. You can use any liquid household detergent.
Do not use abrasive materials such as metal pads,
cleansing powder and soap filled pads—they may
scratch the surface. Do not use harsh chemicals such
as bleach or chemical oven cleaners.
For streaks or spotting, you may find it helpful to
rinse glass with white vinegar or a fifty percent white
vinegar/water solution.
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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. Do not lift the
door by the handle. This can cause the
glass to break or can cause damage to
the door.
To remove the door, open it a few
inches to the special stop position that
will hold the door open. Grasp firmly
on each side and lift the door straight
up and off the hinges.
NOTE:
● Be careful not to place hands between the hinge and
the oven door frame as the hinge could snap back
and pinch fingers.
● While working in the oven area, cover the hinges
with towels or empty paper towel rolls to prevent
pinched fingers and chipping the porcelain enamel
on the frame.
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
‘ime.
If hinges snap back against the oven frame, pull
hem back out.
TO CLEAN THE DOOR:
Inside of 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
scouring pad.
● Do not rub or clean the door gasket—the fiberglass
material of the gasket has an extremely low
resistance to abrasion. An intact and well-fitting
oven door gasket is essential for energy-efficient
oven operation and good baking results. 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.
NOTE: The gasket is designed with a gap at the
bottom to allow for proper air circulation.
Inside Gasket
Gasket
Outside Gasket
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Outside of the door:
● Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top,
sides and front of the oven door. DO NOT let water
run down through openings in the top of the 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 surface is cool, clean and rinse.
● Do not use oven cleaners, cleansing powders or
harsh abrasives on the outside of the door.
Removable Storage Drawer
The storage drawer is a good place to store cookware
and bakeware. Do not store plastics and flammable
material in the drawer.
Do not overload the storage drawer. If the drawer is
too heavy, it may slip off the track when opened. To
open the drawer, grasp the center of the handle and
pull straight out.
The storage drawer may be removed for cleaning
To clean both the inside and the outside:
under the range.
To remove: Pull the drawer straight out and lift
Wipe with soap and water. Rinse well.
wer
the guide stops.
Do not use cleansing powders or harsh abrasives
To replace: Lift over the guide stops and slide the
which may scratch the surface.
drawer into place.
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page)
31
CARE AND
CLEANING
(continued)
Oven Shelves
Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel
wool. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water
and dry with a clean cloth.
NOTE: The oven shelves may also be cleaned in the
self-cleaning oven, however, the shelves will darken
in color, lose their luster and become hard to slide if
cleaned during the self-cleaning cycle. Wipe the shelf
supports with cooking oil to make the shelves slide
more easily.
Broiler Pan and Rack
After broiling, remove the broiler pan and rack from
the oven. Remove the rack from the pan. Carefully
pour the grease from the pan into a proper container.
Wash and rinse the broiler pan and rack in hot water
r
with a soap-filled or plasti~ scouring pad.
Do not store a soiled pan and rack anywhere in
If food has burned on, sprinkle the rack with
the range.
detergent while hot and cover with wet paper
Both the broiler pan and rack can also be cleaned in
towels or a dishcloth. Soaking the pan will remove
burned-on foods.
the dishwasher.
Do not clean the broiler pan or rack in the self-
The broiler pan may be cleaned with a commercial
cleaning oven.
oven cleaner. Do not use an oven cleaner on the rack.
Oven Vent
The oven is vented through an opening at the rear of
The vent grille may discolor during self-cleaning.
the cooktop. Never cover the opening with aluminum
Clean the oven vent grille with Bon Ami.
foil or any other material. This would prevent the
oven vent from working properly.
Painted Surfaces
The drawer front is a painted surface. Clean it
with soap and water or a vinegar and water solution.
Do not use commercial oven cleaners, cleansing
powders, steel wool or harsh abrasives on any
painted surface.
Sure Grip Handle
The soft door handle is easy to keep clean.
Soil
will
easily wash off with soap and water or a non-abrasive
cleaner. Avoid using heavy-duty all-purpose cleaners
and detergents, as they may contain chemicals which
might harm the sure grip handle.
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Dven
Light Bulb
The light bulb is located on the back oven wall.
Before replacing the bulb, disconnect the electric
power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker
panel or unplug the range from the electric outlet.
Let the bulb cool completely before removing it.
Do not touch a hot bulb with a damp cloth. If you do,
the bulb will break.
TO REMOVE:
● Remove the 3 screws in the light cover.
● Detach the light cover and remove the bulb.
TO REPLACE:
● Put in a new 40-watt appliance bulb.
NOTE: A 40-watt appliance bulb is smaller
than a standard 40-watt household bulb.
● Install the light cover. Replace the 3 screws and
tighten, making sure the cover fits flush with the
oven wall.
● Reconnect the electric power to the range.
~
Gasket
Removable Oven Bottom
“he
oven bottom can be removed to clean large
spills, and to enable you to reach the oven burner.
The oven bottom must be replaced before using
the self-clean cycle.
~c:~
/d
Unlock
Lock
To remove:
1. Slide the tab at the center front of the oven bottom
to the left.
2. Lift the oven bottom up and out.
To replace:
1. Slip the oven bottom into the oven so the tabs in
the rear of the oven bottom fit into the slots in the
oven back.
2. Lower the front of the oven bottom into place and
slide the front tab to the right to lock the oven
bottom into place.
The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish.
To make cleaning easier, protect the oven bottom
from excessive spillovers. This is particularly
important when baking a fruit pie or other foods with
high acid content. Hot fruit fillings or foods that are
acidic (such as milk, tomatoes or sauerkraut, and
sauces with vinegar or lemon juice) may cause pitting
and damage to the porcelain enamel surface.
To protect the oven bottom surface, place a piece
of aluminum foil slightly larger than the baking dish
or a small cookie sheet on a lower shelf or under the
baking dish to catch any spillovers. It should not
completely cover the shelf as this would cause uneven
heat in the oven. Aluminum foil should not be placed
on the oven bottom.
If a spillover does occur on the oven bottom, allow
the oven to cool first. You can clean the oven bottom
with soap and water, a mild abrasive cleanser or
soap-
filled abrasive pads. Rinse well to remove any soap
before self-cleaning.
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ANTI-TIP DEVICE
1.
Before placing range in the counter, notice the
location of the stability bracket which is already
attached to the back of the range. This location
should work for most installations. However, it may
be more convenient to hook the stability chain to
the unit when the stability bracket is attached to
the upper set of holes in the back of the range. See
Fig. A. The upper level set of holes are intended for
use with a backsplash kit. If the backsplash is not
being used, make sure that there are no structural
supports for the countertop which will interfere
with the stability bracket when located in the
upper set of holes.
0
guard
Bracket
Optional
Location
Bracket
Location
c
L
Mainback
2. Fasten one end of
the stability chain to
the floor or wall with
the long screw and
washer supplied. See
Fig. B. Make certain
the screw is going
into the wall
date
at
o
Washer and
Screw
A
Chain
Ab
.
the base of the wall or one of the studs in the base
of the wall. See Fig. C. Whether you attach the
chain to the wall or floor, be certain that the screw
is in at least 3/4 inch thickness of wood other than
baseboard and that there are no electrical wires or
plumbing in the area which the screw could
penetrate. Attach the stability chain in a location
which will allow the chain to be in line with the
bracket side to aide as much as possible when
attached to the unit. Test to see if the chain is
securely fastened by tugging on the chain.
34
Q
Chain
‘%
Long Screw
\
‘/,
Washer \
L
Wall Plate
3. Temporarily attach the loose end of the chain
to the rear of the countertop with the tape from
the packaging. See Fig. D.
4. Place the range in the counter cutout leaving just
enough room between the back of the range and
th
wall to reach the stability bracket.
5. Hook the loose end of the chain onto the bracket
by slipping the nearest link of the chain into the
slot in the bracket. See Fig. A and make sure the
chain is pulled as tight as possible and that there
is no excess slack in the chain after the chain is
attached to the bracket.
A
CAUTION: Excessive slack in the chain
could allow the range to tip over.
6. Slide the range all the way back into the counter.
Once the
range
is
uushed
back in
place,
there
wil
be a small a~oun{of slack in the
~hain.
This
is normal.
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We
NOTE:
● If attaching to masonry, you can buy suitable
screw
and anchors at hardware stores. Use a masonry dril
to drill the required holes.
● If range is removed for cleaning or any other
reaso
make sure chain is reattached.
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—
Broil and Oven Burner Air Adjustment Shutters
Air adjustment
shutters for the broil
and oven burners
regulate the flow of
air to the flame.
Y
Loosen
Air
adjustment
shutter
%
.~,
\K
.
c
—
—/
(
k?
\-
The air adjustment
shutter for the top
burner is on the rear
wall of the oven.
The shutter for the
bottom burner is near the
back wall behind the
storage drawer.
To ad.iust the flow of
air to-either burner,
~
loosen the Phillips head .
~~’
screw and rotate the
d<
oosen
qp
&RT~~
&
~
,.
\
..\
\~
T
. . . . .
.
shutter to allow more or
‘
%,&..
less air into the burner tube as needed.
The flames for the
top (broil) burner -
sh~uld
burn steady
with approximately
1“ blue cones and
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~=<~~
i
<a
should not extend out
over the edges of the
y
m
—-l
burner baffle.
To determine if the bottom
burner flames are proper,
remove the oven bottom (see
Care and Cleaning section)
and the burner baffle. The
flames should have 1/2” to
3/4” blue cones with no
yellow tipping. When the baffle
is back in place, the flames will resettle.
Visually check the color of the flames every six
months. If they look like illustration (A) in the
Problem Solver section of this guide, call for service.
Cooktop Burner
Make sure the burners are assembled correctly as
co
Bu
1/2”
to
3/4”
shown in the Care and Cleaning section. Turn each
burner on all the way. Flames should be blue in color
with no trace of yellow. Foreign particles in the gas
line may cause an orange flame at first but this will
soon disappear. The burner flames should not flutter
or blow away from the burner. The inner cone of the
flame, should be between 1/2” and 3/4” long.
35
QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
“F-”
AND
A
NUMBER
FLASH IN
3TIE
DISPLAY
BURNERS
IIAVE
YELLOW OR
YELLOW-TIPPED FLAMES
SURFACE BURNER KNOBS
WILL NOT TURN
T(?P BURNERS
DO NOT LIGHT
TICKING SOUND OF SPARK
IQNITER AFTER BURNER
LIGHTS
I)
URNER
FLAMES VERY
LARGE
Ok
YELLOW
FOOD DOES NOT
BRCJIL
PiOPERLY
,.
FOOD DOES
NOT
ROAST
OR
BAKE PROPERLY
36
POSSIBLE CAUSE
*
If the time display flashes “F-”
and a
tmmber,
you have a function error code.
Press the
CLEA~OFF
pad.
Allow
the oven to cool for one
hour,
Put the oven
back into operation. If the failure code repeats, disconnect all power to the
range. Call-for service.
(A]
Yellow
flames—
(B)
Yeiiow
tip on
outer
(C) Soft blue flames—
Call
for service
cones--Nomial
for LP gas
Normal for natural gas
*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
~as.
some
yellow
ti~oing
on
outer
ccmes
is normal.
*
To turn from OFF position, push the knob in and then turn.
●
Make sure electrical
pIug
is plugged into a live, properly grounded power outlet.
● Gas
supply
not connected or not turned on.
*Check for power outage.
●
Pan sitting on burner grate may be partially blocking the free air flow needed
for combustion. Remove pan and try again.
● Igniter orifice in burner body may be clogged. Refer to the Care and
Cleaning section. Remove the obstruction.
● Burner parts not replaced correctly.
Rgfer
to the Care and Cleaning section.
●
Hole in
burner
top behind igniter may be clogged. Use a small sewing
needle to unplug.
●
Spark igniter not deactivated. Turn burner off arid relight. Some ticking is
normal. If ticking is excessive, call for service.
● If range is connected to LP gas, check all steps in the Installation Instructions.
●
The oven controls are not properly set. See the Broiling section.
c
The door is not closed,
*Improper shelf position is being used. See the Broiling section.
● Food is being cooked on a hot pan.
●
Cookware is not suited for broiling.
s
Oven
bottom
not securely seated
in
position.
*
Aluminum foil used on the broiler rack has not @en fitted properly and slit,
as recommended.
*The oven controls are
not properly set. See the Baking
OK
Roasting section.
● Shelf position is incorrect.
G
Improper cookware is being used.
*Oven thermostat needs adjustment. See the Adjust the Oven
Thermostat—
Do
ZtYuw3eZfsection+
●
Clock
not set correctly.
* Aluminum foil used improperly in the oven.
● Oven bottom not securely seated in position.
PROBLEM
OVEN TEMPERATURE
TO(3
HOT OR TOO COLD
OVEN
CONTROL SIGNAL
AFTER ENTERING OVEN
TIME OR STOP TIME
OVEN”WLL
NOT
WORK’”
BUT COOKTOP DOES
OVEN NOT CLEAN
AFTER CLEAN CYCLE
STRONG ODOR
OVEN LIGHT DOES
NOT COME ON
OVEN WILL NOT
SELF-CLEAN
“BURNING” OR “OILY”
ODOR EMITTING FROM
OVEN
WHEN
TURNED
01
FAN NOISE
CLOCK AND TIMER
DO NOT WORK
POSSIBLE CAUSE
*Oven
thermostat
needs
ad@rnent.
See the
Adiust”the
Oven
Therrric@at—
Lh
It
Yot.wse~section.
“
*This
is
reminding
you
to
enter
a bake, temperature.
●
Oven
shutoff valve
is in
closed
nositian,
Locate
oven
shutoff
valve
on
tmxsure
regulator of self-cleaning
oven.
hove
shut
offltwer
{O
open
pWSitiQII.
“
●
(Men
controls
not
set
properly.
●
Heavily
soil~d
ovtxis
require
3!4
to
4-hem
clean
time.
*Heavy
spillavers
should be cleaned
up
before
s&wting
clean
cycle.
●
lrnprc@r
ah-/gas ratio in
oven,
Adjust
oven
burner
air
shutt6rs.
See the
‘Minor
A@x&nents
You
Can
Make
secti&.
● An odor from the insulation
around
the
inside
of the oven is
normal
for
the
first few
times
the oven
is
used. This is temporary.
●
13ulb
may be
loose
or burned out.
*Electrical plug
must
h
plugged
into
a
live
power
outlet.
D
Switch
otx%ating
uven
light
is broken. Call for service.
*Stop’
Time
must
be
at
least
3 hours
later
than Start Time.
*Oven temperature
is
too
high to
set
self-clean operation.
Allow
the
range
to
cool
to
room
t~mpefature
and
reset
mmtrols.
●
This is normal
in
a new
oven
and will disappear in
time.
TN
speed the process,
set a
sslf-clean
cycle
for
a minimum of 3 hours. Seethe
@tWating
the ’Self-
Cleaning Oven
sbkm.
●
A fan rnav
autornaticallv
turn on and off to
COOI
internal
mum.
This
is
notii%l
and
th~
f;n
may
contin~e
to run after
the
oven
is
turned &.
*Make sure
the
electrical plug is plugged into a
live,
propwly
grounded
power outlet.
.
Check
for power outage.
*
SQe
the Oven Control, (lock’ and
Timer
section.
If you need more help... call, toll free:
GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000
consumer information service
37
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NOTES
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There
With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive
the
assurance that ifyou ever need
information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is
call—toll-fi-ee!
lwHome
Repair Service
800GE$ARES(80W2-2737)
AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service
company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your
convenience
(7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).
Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out–so most
repairs can be handled in just one visit.
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Braille controls for a variety of access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may
GE appliances, and a brochure to call
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you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
Parts
andAccessories
8006262002
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances
User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet
can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.
heir
home. The GE parts system provides access to over
Other servicing
generallyshould
be referred to qualified
47,000
parts... and
all
GE Genuine Renewal Parts are
service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since
fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
are accepted.
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YOUR GE GAS RANGE
Staple sales slip or
cancelled
check
WARRANTY
here. Proof of original purchase date
is needed to obtain service
under warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we
will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace
any parf of
the
range
that fails
because of a manufacturing defect.
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary home use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii
and Washington,
D.C.
In Alaska the
warranty is the same except that it
is LIMITED because you must pay
to ship the product to the service
shop or for the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
All warranty service will be
provided by our Factory Service
Centers or by our authorized
Customer
Care@
servicers during
normal working hours.
Should your appliance need
service, during the warranty period
or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
● Service trips to your home to
described in the Installation
teach you how to use the product.
Instructions provided with the product.
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions
about operating the product,
please contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
GE Answer
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800.626.2000
consumer information service
●
Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
●
Failure of the product if it is used for
other than its intended purpose or
used commercially.
●
Damage to product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS
NOT
RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
● Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, gas, exhausting
and other connecting facilities as
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. 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 in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
if further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
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