GE Coil Top User Manual

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Coil Top and Radiant Top

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Ranges

183D6379P010 49-88003 04-01 JR

Safety Information

Anti-Tip Device . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety Precautions . . . . . . . 3, 4

Self-Cleaning Oven . . . . . . . . 5

Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 6

Operating Instructions

Adjust the Oven

Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

CircuWave

™

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . .16

Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12–14

Oven Controls . . . . . . . . .10, 11

Sabbath Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Selecting Types of Cookware . .9

Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8

Timed Baking & Roasting . .17

Care and Cleaning . . . 20–27

Glass Cooktop . . . . . . . . .26, 27

Self-Cleaning Oven . . . . . . . .20

Installation Instructions

Anti-Tip Device . . . . . . . . . . .34

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . 28

Electrical Connection . .30–33

Leveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Prepare the Opening . . .29, 30

Troubleshooting Tips . . 35–39

Consumer Support

Consumer

Support . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

Product Registration . . . 41, 42

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Owner’s Manual

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Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # ________________________

Serial # ________________________

You can find them on a label, behind the open oven door, on the front face.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

All ranges can tip and injury could result.

To prevent accidental tipping of the range, attach it to the wall by installing the Anti-Tip device supplied.

To check if the device is installed and engaged properly, carefully tip the range forward. The Anti-Tip device should engage and prevent the range from tipping over.

If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason, make sure the device is properly engaged when 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 manual. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and injury.

WARNING

ANTI-TIP DEVICE

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.

The fiberglass insulation in self-clean ovens gives off a very small amount of carbon monoxide during the cleaning cycle. Exposure can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood.

IMPORTANT:

The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning cycle of any oven. Move birds to another well-ventilated room.

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

■Use this appliance only for its intended

purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

■Be sure your appliance is properly installed

and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any

part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

■ Before performing any service, disconnect

the range power supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker.

■ Do not leave children alone—children should

not be left alone or unattended in an area where an appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

■ Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang

on the door, storage drawer, or cooktop. They could damage the range and even tip it over, causing severe personal injury.

■ Do not store flammable materials in an oven

or near the cooktop.

■

CAUTION:

Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a range— children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

■ Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments

while using the appliance. Be careful when reaching for items stored over the range. Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with hot surface units or heating elements and may cause severe burns.

■ Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp pot

holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holders touch hot surface units or heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

■ For your safety, never use your appliance

for warming or heating the room.

■ Do not let cooking grease or other flammable

materials accumulate in or near the range.

■ Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick

up a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a wellfitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

■Flaming grease outside a pan can be put

out by covering it with baking soda or, if available, by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

■Flame in the oven can be smothered

completely by closing the oven door and turning the oven off or by using a multipurpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

■ Do not touch the surface units, the heating

elements or the interior surface of the oven. These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact, the surface units, areas nearby the surface units or any interior area of the oven; allow sufficient time for cooling first.

■Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop,

areas facing the cooktop, oven vent opening, surfaces near the opening, crevices around the oven door and metal trim parts above the door.

■

REMEMBER:

The inside surface of the oven

may be hot when the door is opened.

■ Do not store or use combustible materials,

gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

■ Keep the hood and grease filters clean

to maintain good venting and to avoid grease fires.

WARNING!

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

■ Stand away from the range when opening the

oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands, face and/or eyes.

■ Do not heat unopened food containers.

Pressure could build up and the container could burst, causing an injury.

■ Keep the oven vent unobstructed.

■ Keep the oven free from grease buildup.

■ Place the oven shelf in the desired position

while the oven is cool. If shelves must be handled when hot, do not let pot holder contact the heating elements.

■ Pulling out the shelf to the stop-lock is a

convenience in lifting heavy foods. It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls.

■ When using cooking or roasting bags in the

oven, follow the manufacturer’s directions.

■ Do not use the oven to dry newspapers.

If overheated, they can catch on fire.

■ Do not use the oven for a storage area.

Items stored in an oven can ignite.

■ Do not leave paper products, cooking

utensils or food in the oven when not in use.

OVEN

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■Do not clean the door gasket. The door

gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.

■Clean only parts listed in this Owner’s

Manual.

■Do not use oven cleaners on self-clean

models. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven. Residue from oven cleaners will damage the inside of the oven when the self-clean cycle is used.

■Before self-cleaning the oven, remove the

broiler pan, grid and other cookware.

■Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before

starting the self-cleaning operation.

■If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions,

turn the oven off and disconnect the power supply. Have it serviced by a qualified technician.

SELF-CLEANING OVEN

(on some models)

Use proper pan size—select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element. The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the surface unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of cookware to surface unit will also improve efficiency.

■Never leave the surface units unattended at

high heat settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire.

■Only certain types of glass, glass ⁄ceramic,

earthenware or other glazed containers are suitable for cooktop service; others may break because of the sudden change in temperature.

■To minimize the possibility of burns,

ignition of flammable materials and spillage, the handle of a container should be turned toward the center of the range without extending over nearby surface units.

■Always turn the surface units off before

removing cookware.

■When preparing flaming foods under the

vent hood, turn the fan on.

■Keep an eye on foods being fried at high or

medium high heat settings.

■Foods for frying should be as dry as possible.

Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan.

■Use little fat for effective shallow or deep fat

frying. Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added.

■If a combination of oils or fats will be used in

frying, stir together before heating, or as fats melt slowly.

■Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats.

■Use a deep fat thermometer whenever

possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point.

SURFACE UNITS–ALL MODELS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

■Avoid scratching the glass cooktop. The

cooktop can be scratched with items such as sharp instruments, rings or other jewelry and rivets on clothing.

■Do not operate the radiant surface units if

the glass is broken. Spillovers or cleaning solution may penetrate a broken cooktop and create a risk of electrical shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately should your glass cooktop become broken.

■Never use the glass cooktop surface as a

cutting board.

■Do not place or store items that can melt or

catch fire on the glass cooktop, even when it is not being used.

■Be careful when placing spoons or other

stirring utensils on glass cooktop surface when it is in use. They may become hot and could cause burns.

■Clean the cooktop with caution. If a wet

sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot surface unit, be careful to avoid steam burns. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.

NOTE:

We recommend that you avoid wiping any surface unit areas until they have cooled and the indicator light has gone off. Sugar spills are the exception to this. Please see

Cleaning the glass cooktop

section.

■When the cooktop is cool, use only the

recommended cleaning cream to clean the cooktop.

■To avoid possible damage to the cooking

surface, do not apply cleaning cream to the glass surface when it is hot.

■After cleaning, use a dry cloth or paper towel

to remove all cleaning cream residue.

■Read and follow all instructions and warnings

on the cleaning cream labels.

Use care when touching the cooktop. The glass surface of the cooktop will retain heat after the controls have been turned off.

WARNING!

RADIANT SURFACE UNITS

(on some models)

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

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■ Clean the cooktop with caution. If a

wet sponge is used to wipe spills on a hot cooktop, be careful to avoid steam burns.

■ To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric

shock, always be certain that the controls for all surface units are at the

OFF

position and all coils are cool before attempting to lift or remove a unit.

■ Do not immerse or soak the removable

surface units. Do not put them in a dishwasher.

■ Be sure the drip pans and the vent duct are

not covered and are in place. Their absence during cooking could damage range parts and wiring.

■ Do not use aluminum foil to line the drip

pans or anywhere in the oven except as described in this manual. Misuse could result in a shock, fire hazard or damage to the range.

WARNING!

COIL SURFACE UNITS

(on some models)

HOT SURFACE

indicator light will glow when any radiant element is turned on, and will remain on until the surface is cool enough to touch.

SURFACE UNIT

on indicator light will glow when any

surface unit is on.

NOTE: The SURFACE UNIT on indicator light may glow between the surface control settings of LO and OFF, but there is no power to the surface units.

Using the surface units.

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

How to Set

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

At both

OFF

and HIthe control

clicks

into

position. You may hear slight

clicking

sounds during cooking, indicating the control is keeping the power level you set.

About the radiant surface units…

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

NOTE: A slight odor is normal when a new cooktop is used for the first time. It is caused by the heating of new parts and insulating materials and will disappear in a short time.

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

It is safe to place hot cookware from the oven or surface on the glass surface when the surface is cool.

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

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

■

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

■

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

■

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

■

Do not use the surface as a cutting board.

Using the radiant surface units.

(on some models)

Never cook directly on the glass. Always use cookware.

Always place the pan in the center of the surface unit you are cooking on.

Every radiant surface unit has a temperature limiter.

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

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

■

The pan boils dry.

■

The pan bottom is not flat.

■

The pan is off center.

■

There is no pan on the unit.

Temperature Limiter

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SURFACE

COOKING

OFF CENTER

DRAGGING

Selecting types of cookware.

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The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops.

Stainless Steel:

recommended

Aluminum:

heavy weight recommended

Good conductivity. Aluminum residues sometimes appear as scratches on the cooktop, but can be removed if cleaned immediately. Because of its low melting point, thin-weight aluminum should not be used.

Copper Bottom:

recommended

Copper may leave residues which can appear as scratches. The residues can be removed, as long as the cooktop is cleaned immediately. However, do not let these pots boil dry. Overheated metal can bond to glass cooktops. An overheated copper bottom pot will leave a residue that will permanently stain the cooktop if not removed immediately.

Porcelain Enamel Covered Cast Iron:

recommended

As long as the cookware is covered completely with porcelain enamel, this cookware is recommended. Caution is recommended for cast-iron cookware that is not completely covered with smooth porcelain enamel, as it may scratch the glass-ceramic cooktop.

Glass-ceramic:

usable, but not recommended

Poor performance. May scratch the surface.

Stoneware:

usable, but not recommended

Poor performance. May scratch the surface.

Home Canning Tips:

Be sure the canner is centered over the surface unit.

Make sure the canner is flat on the bottom.

Use recipes and procedures from reputable sources. These are available from manufacturers such as Ball® and Kerr® and the Department of Agriculture Extension Service.

To prevent burns from steam or heat, use caution when canning.

Check pans for flat bottoms by using a straight edge.

Pans with rounded, curved, ridged or warped bottoms are not recommended.

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 ring in place, can be dangerous.

Placing the ring over the surface unit will cause a buildup of heat that will damage the porcelain cooktop. Do not try to use such woks without the ring. You could be seriously burned if the wok tips over.

Use only flat-bottomed woks.

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Use medium- or heavy-weight cookware. Aluminum cookware conducts heat faster than other metals. Cast-iron and coated cast-iron cookware are slow to absorb heat, but generally cook evenly at low to medium heat settings. Steel pans may cook unevenly if not combined with other metals.

For best cooking results, pans should be flat on the bottom. Match the size of the saucepan to the size of the surface unit. The pan should not extend over the edge of the surface unit more than 1 inch.

Not over 1 inch

1″

The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on coil cooktops.

Surface Cookware Tips

COOK TIME ON/OFF Pad

Press this pad and then press the

HOUR

and

MIN.

pads to set the amount of time you want your food to cook. The oven will shut off when the Cook Time has run out.

TIMER ON/OFF Pad

Press this pad to select the timer feature.

AUTOMATIC OVEN Light

This lights anytime the oven has been programmed.

HOUR and MIN. Pads

Use to set the time for the timer, cook time, start time and clock.

Display

Shows the time of day and the time set for the timer, cook time or start time.

CLOCK Pad

Press this pad before setting the clock.

START TIME ON/OFF Pad

Press this pad and the

HOUR

and

MIN.

pads to delay the starting of your oven up to 11 hours and 59 minutes.

SET TIME +/- Pads

These pads allow you to set the clock and timer.

Using the oven controls.

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OVEN ON Light

Glows anytime the oven is heating. The light will flash when the oven automatically turns off to remind you to turn the Oven Temperature knob to

OFF

CLEAN Light

Glows when the oven is in the self-clean cycle. After the self-clean cycle, the light will flash. Unlatch the door and turn the Oven Temperature knob to

OFF

. If the door will not unlatch, wait approximately 30 minutes and try again.

NOTE:

Do not lock the oven door with the latch during cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. Never force the latch handle. You may damage the door lock.

PREHEATED Light

Glows when the oven reaches your selected temperature.

Oven Temperature Knob

Turn this knob to the setting you want. On some models, the temperature will be displayed to indicate setting. The display will change back to time after a few seconds.

On some models, the oven will automatically shut off after 12 hours.

On models with touch pad clock controls this feature may be deactivated to allow the oven to be left on for more than 12 hours.

To deactivate or reactivate the Automatic Oven Shut-Off, press and hold both the MIN. +/–pads for about

4 seconds.

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On some models you may use the oven light switch to turn the light on and off when the door is closed.

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

Oven Control Settings

Using the oven controls.

(on some models)

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Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. To preheat, set the oven at the correct temperature. Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes, cookies, pastry and breads.

For ovens without a preheat indicator light or tone, preheat 10 minutes.

Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible. Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven. If you need to use two shelves, stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other, and leave approximately 1

⁄2″from the front of the

pan to the front of the shelf.

Place the food on the broiler grid in the broiler pan.

Follow suggested shelf positions in the

Broiling guide.

Turn the Oven Temperature knob to

BROIL .

NOTE: To reduce smoking, do not use the

CircuWave fan during broiling.

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Do not use aluminum foil to catch spillovers when using the CircuWave fan. The foil will be sucked toward the convection fan. Also, covering an entire shelf with aluminum foil will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking.

You can use aluminum foil to line the broiler pan and broiler grid. However, you must mold the foil tightly to the grid and cut slits in it just like the grid.

Leave the door open to the broil stop position. The door stays open by itself, yet the proper temperature is maintained in the oven.

Preheating and Pan Placement

Aluminum Foil

How to Set the Oven for Broiling

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Quantity and/ Shelf First Side Second Side

Food or Thickness Position Time (min.) Time (min.) Comments

Ground Beef 1 lb. (4 patties) C 13 8 Space evenly.

⁄2 to

⁄4″ thick

4 lbs. (12 patties) C 15 11

Beef Steaks

Rare†

⁄4 to 1″thick E 6 4 Steaks less than 3⁄4″

Medium 1 to 1 1⁄2 lbs. D 8 6 thick are difficult Well Done D 10 8 to cook rare.

Slash fat.

Rare† 1

⁄2″ thick C 10 8

Medium 2 to 2 1⁄2 lbs. C 15 10–12 Well Done D 20 20

Chicken 1 whole cut up B 25 25 Brush each side with

2 to 2 1⁄2 lbs., melted butter. split lengthwise Broil skin-side-down Breast B 25 15 first.

Bakery Product

Bread (toast) 2 to 4 slices D 3 1 Space evenly. Place English Muffin 2 (split) E 3-4 English muffins cut-

side-up and brush with butter if desired.

Lobster Tails 2–4 B 18–20 Do not Cut through back of

turn shell. Spread open.

over. Brush with melted

butter before broiling and after half of broiling time.

Fish Fillets 1 lb. (1⁄4 to

⁄2″ thick) D 5 5 Handle and turn very

carefully. Brush with lemon butter before and during cooking, if desired.

Salmon

Steaks 2 (1″ thick) D 10 5 Turn carefully. Do not Fillets 2 (1⁄2 to

⁄4″ thick) D 10 turn skin side down.

Ham Slices

⁄2″ thick C 6 6

(precooked) 1″ thick C 8 8 Pork Chops 2 (

⁄2″ thick) C 10 10 Slash fat.

Well Done 2 (1″ thick) about 1 lb. C 15 15

Lamb Chops

Medium 2 (1″ thick) about 10 D 7 4 Slash fat. Well Done to 12 oz. D 10 9

Medium 2 (1

⁄2″ thick) about 1 lb. D 9 6

Well Done D 14 10

Broiling Guide

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

† The U.S. Department of Agriculture

says “Rare beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F. means some food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June 1985.)

Using CircuWave™.

(on some models)

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When you set the oven for CircuWave, a convection fan circulates the hot oven air over and around the food.

Because heated air is circulated throughout the oven, foods can be baked on 2 racks at a time. Multi-rack baking may increase cook times slightly for some foods, but the overall time savings are greater than when baking each rack individually.

Do not turn the CircuWave switch on while broiling.

For best baking results with two racks, place the racks in B and D positions.

Using the clock and timer.

(on some models)

To Set the 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.

Press the

CLOCK

pad twice.

Press the

HOUR

and

MIN.

SET TIME

+/-

pads.

Press the

CLOCK

pad to start.

Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day.

To Set the Timer

Press the

TIMER ON/OFF

pad.

Press the

HOUR

and

MIN.

SET TIME

+/-

pads until the amount of time you want shows in the display. The timer will start automatically within a few seconds of releasing the pad.

Press the

CLOCK

pad if you wish to return to the clock display. The timer function will retain the programmed settings.

The timer is a minute timer only. The timer does not control oven

operations. The maximum setting on the timer is 11 hours and 59 minutes or 9 hours and 50 minutes, depending on your model.

End of Cycle Tones

(on some models)

Clear the tones by pressing the pad of the function you are using.

To Reset the Timer

If the display is still showing the time remaining, you may change it by pressing the

HOUR

and

MIN.

SET TIME +/-

pads until the time you want appears in the display.

If the remaining time is not in the display, recall the remaining time by pressing the

TIMER ON/OFF

pad and then pressing the

HOUR

and

MIN.

SET TIME +/-

pads until

the new time you want shows in the display.

To Cancel the Timer

Press the

TIMER ON/OFF

pad twice.

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Do not latch the oven door during timed cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only.

NOTE: Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should not be allowed to sit for more than 1 hour before or after cooking. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.

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Make sure the oven clock shows the correct time of day.

Press

COOK TIME ON/OFF.

Using the

HOUR

and

MIN.

pads, enter

the length of cooking time.

Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature.

The display will show the cooking time remaining. When the oven reaches the set temperature, a tone sounds.

When the oven automatically turns off, the

OVEN ON

light and cook time will flash and the oven will signal. Turn the Oven Temperature knob to

OFF

to stop the

flashes and signal.

Make sure the oven clock shows the correct time of day.

Press

START TIME ON/OFF.

Using the

HOUR

and

MIN.

pads, enter

the time you want cooking to start.

Press

COOK TIME ON/OFF.

Using the

HOUR

and

MIN.

pads, enter

length of cooking time.

Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature.

When the oven automatically turns off the

OVEN ON

light and cook time will flash and the oven will signal. Turn the Oven Temperature knob to

OFF

to stop the

flashes and signal.

How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop

How to Set a Delay Start and Automatic Stop

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Using the Sabbath Feature.

(on some models)

(Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays.)

The Sabbath feature can be used for baking/roasting only. It cannot be used for broiling, self-cleaning, or Delay Start cooking.

NOTE: The oven light comes on automatically (on some models) when the door is opened and goes off when the door is closed. The bulb may be removed. See the Oven Light Replacement section. On models with a light switch on the control panel, the oven light may be turned on and left on.

How to Set for Regular Baking/Roasting

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

Press and hold

both

the

MIN. +

AND - pads,

at the same time

, until the display changes.

Press and hold

either

the

MIN. +

OR -pad until the display changes, then release the pad. If

SAb

appears in the display,

go to the next step. If

SAb

is not in the display, continue to press, hold and release the pad until

SAb

appears.

Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature between warm (

) and 550°. The display will show ⊃.

After a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute,

⊃ will appear in the display indicating

that the oven is baking or roasting.

If ⊃ does not appear in the display,

reset the temperature.

To adjust the oven temperature, turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature.

NOTE:

The

COOK TIME ON/OFF

pad is active

during the Sabbath feature.

⊃

How to Set for Timed Baking/Roasting - Immediate Start and Automatic Stop

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

Press and hold

both

the

MIN. +

AND- pads,

at the same time

, until the display changes.

Press and hold

either

the

MIN. +

OR -pad until the display changes, then release the pad. If

SAb

appears in the display, go to the

next step. If

SAb

is not in the display, continue to press, hold and release the pad until

SAb

appears.

Press the

COOK TIME ON/OFF

pad.

Immediately enter the length of cooking time, using the

HOUR

and

MIN

. pads. The cooking time that you entered will be displayed.

Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature. The display

will show ⊃.

After a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute,

⊃ will appear in the display indicating

that the oven is baking or roasting.

If ⊃ does not appear in the display,

reset the temperature.

To adjust the oven temperature, turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature.

When cooking is finished, the display will change

from ⊃ to ⊃, indicating that the oven has

turned

OFF

but is still set in Sabbath. Remove the

cooked food.

⊃

How to Exit the Sabbath Feature

Turn the Oven Temperature knob to

OFF

If the oven is cooking, wait for a random time delay of approximately 30 seconds to

1 minute until only ⊃is in the display.

Press and hold

both

the

MIN. +

AND -pads,

at the same time

, until the display changes.

Press and hold

either

the

MIN. +

OR -pad until the display changes, then release the pad. Continue to press, hold and release the pad until

OFF

appears for your preference of 12 hour automatic oven shutoff.

indicates that the 12 hour automatic

oven shut-off is turned on and

OFF

indicates that the 12 hour automatic oven shut-off is turned off.

Press the

CLOCK

pad to return to the time

of day.

NOTE:

If a power outage occurred when the oven was in Sabbath mode, the oven will automatically turn off and the oven control must be reset.

You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself.

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

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

Adjust the oven thermostat—Easy to do yourself!

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The type of margarine will affect baking performance!

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

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

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

Pull the Oven Temp knob off the shaft, look at the back of the knob and note the current setting

before

making any

adjustments.

Loosen both screws on the back of the knob.

increase

the oven temperature,

move the pointer toward the words

“MAKE HOTTER.”

decrease

the oven temperature,

turn the pointer toward the words

“MAKE COOLER.”

Each notch changes the temperature by 10°F.

Tighten the screws.

Replace the knob, matching the flat area of the knob to the shaft.

To Adjust the Thermostat with this type of knob

Back of OVEN TEMP knob

Pointer

Front of OVEN TEMP knob (knob appearance may vary)

To Adjust the Thermostat on other Models

Put the Oven Temperature knob in the

OFF

position.

Press and hold the

HOUR +/–

pads for

5 seconds until the display changes.

Before display changes back, press the

HOUR +/–

pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 5 degree increments.

The oven temperature can be increased up to 35°F. hotter or can be decreased down to 35°F. cooler.

If the oven adjustment is set cooler than the factory setting a minus sign (–) will appear in front of the number indicating the degrees that the temperature was decreased.

Wait several seconds for the control to automatically set and return to its previous setting.

Latch the door.

Turn the Oven Temperature knob to

CLEAN.

Press the

START TIME ON/OFF

pad.

Press the

HOUR

and

MIN.

pads to set

the time cleaning will start.

When the

CLEAN

light flashes, and the oven has completely cooled, slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and turn the Oven Temperature knob to

OFF

Using the self-cleaning oven.

(on some models)

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.

Remove the shelves, broiler pan, broiler grid, all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven.

The oven shelves can be self-cleaned, but they will darken, lose their luster and become hard to slide.

Soil on the front frame of the range and outside the gasket on the door will need to

be cleaned by hand. Clean these areas with hot water, soap-filled steel-wool pads or cleansers such as Soft Scrub®. Rinse well with clean water and dry.

Do not clean the gasket. The fiberglass material of the oven door gasket cannot withstand abrasion. It is essential for the gasket to remain intact. If you notice it becoming worn or frayed, replace it.

IMPORTANT:

The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning cycle of any range. Move birds to another well ventilated room.

The oven door is removable for cleaning.

Do not lift the door by the handle. Make sure the oven is completely cool.

To remove the door,

open it to the special stop position. Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up and off the hinges.

Do not place hands between the hinge and the oven door 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 and slowly lower it over both hinges.

To clean the inside of the door:

■Soap and water will normally do the job.

Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner. Soap-filled, steel-wool pads may also be used.

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

To clean the outside of the door:

■Use soap and water to thoroughly clean

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

■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, cleaning

powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door.

Lift the door straight up and off the hinges.

The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to allow for proper air circulation.

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

The area outside the gasket and the front frame can be cleaned with a soap-filled steel-wool pad, hot water and detergent. Rinse well with a vinegar and water solution.

Do not rub or clean the door gasket—it has an extremely low resistance to abrasion.

If you notice the gasket becoming worn, frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door, you should have it replaced.

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

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

Soap and water will normally do the job. Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner. Soap-filled, steel-wool pads may also be used.

Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (such as milk,

tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on the surface. They may cause a dull spot even after cleaning.

Household ammonia may make the cleaning job easier. Place 1/2 cup in a

shallow glass or pottery container in a cold oven overnight. The ammonia fumes will help loosen the burned-on grease and food.

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

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

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

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

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Oven Interior

(non-self clean models)

If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly

when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury.

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

CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb, turn the oven light off and disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel.

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

To remove the cover:

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

Do not remove any screws to remove the cover.

Replace bulb with a 40-watt household appliance bulb.

To replace the cover:

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

Connect electrical power to the range.

Care and cleaning of the range.

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

To clean the oven floor, gently lift the bake element. Clean with warm soapy water.

Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel wool.

On self-cleaning models the oven shelves may 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.

To make the shelves slide more easily apply a small amount of vegetable oil or cooking oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the oven shelves with the paper towel.

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Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a self-cleaning oven.

After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven. Remove the grid from the pan. Carefully pour out the grease from the pan into a proper container.

Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad.

If food has burned on, sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth. Soaking the pan will remove burned-on foods.

The broiler pan may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner. If the grid is grey enamel, it can also be cleaned with an oven cleaner. If the grid is chrome, do not use an oven cleaner to clean it.

Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in the dishwasher.

Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range.

After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven.

To remove the storage drawer:

Pull the drawer out all the way.

Tilt up the front and remove it.

To replace the storage drawer:

Insert glides at the back of the drawer beyond the stop on range glides.

Lift the drawer if necessary to insert easily.

Let the front of the drawer down, then push in to close.

To remove the kick panel:

Pull it straight out at the top.

To replace the panel:

First hook the bottom tabs on and then the top tabs.

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Care and cleaning of the range.

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

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

To remove a surface unit:

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

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

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

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

To replace a surface unit:

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

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

Guide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly.

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

Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher.

Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals.

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

Be sure all surface units are turned off before raising the cooktop.

Some models have a cooktop that can be lifted up for easier cleaning. The entire cooktop may be lifted up and supported in the up position.

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

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

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

The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but breakable if misused. This finish is acid-resistant. However, any acidic foods spilled (such as fruit juices, tomato or vinegar) should not be permitted to remain on the finish.

If acids spill on the cooktop while it is hot, use a dry paper towel or cloth to wipe it up right away. When the surface has cooled, wash with soap and water. Rinse well.

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

Porcelain Enamel Cooktop

(on some models)

Surface unit

Drip pan

Receptacle

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Clean up spatters with a damp cloth. Remove heavier soil with warm, soapy water.

Do not use abrasives of any kind on the control panel.

The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning. To remove a knob, pull it straight off the stem. Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not soak.

Pull the knob straight off the stem.

Painted surfaces include the sides of the range and the sides of the door trim.

To clean the painted surfaces, use a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable for these surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove soap. Dry with a dry, clean cloth.

Do not use steel-wood pads, commercial oven cleaners, cleaning powders or other abrasive cleaners. They will damage the surface.

Painted Surfaces

(on some models)

On glass cooktop models, the oven is vented through an opening at the rear of the cooktop.

On coil cooktop models, the oven is vented through an opening under the right rear surface unit.

Never cover the opening with aluminum foil or any other material.

Oven Vent

To clean the outside glass finish, use a glass cleaner. Rinse and polish with a dry cloth.

Glass Window

(on some models)

Control Panel and Knobs

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

To clean the stainless steel surface, use a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove soap. Dry with a dry, clean cloth.

If food soil remains, try a general kitchen cleaner, such as Fantastik®, Simple Green®, or Formula 409®.

For hard-to-clean soil, use a standard stainless steel cleaner, such as Bon-Ami® or Cameo®.

Apply cleaner with a damp sponge. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove cleaner. Dry with a dry, clean cloth. Always scrub lightly in the direction of the grain.

After cleaning, use a stainless steel polish, such as Stainless Steel Magic®, Revere Copper and Stainless Steel Cleaner®,or Wenol All Purpose Metal Polish®. Follow the product instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface.

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(on some models)

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Cleaning the glass cooktop.

Allow the cooktop to cool.

Spread a few drops of Cerama Bryte® to the entire burned residue area.

Hold the razor scraper at approximately a 45° angle against the glass surface and scrape the soil. It will be necessary to apply pressure to the razor scraper in order to remove the residue.

Keep a small amount of cream on the residue as you scrape.

After scraping with the razor scraper, use the scrub sponge to remove any remaining residue.

For additional protection, after all residue has been removed, polish the entire surface with Cerama Bryte® and a paper towel.

NOTE: Razor blade is packed inverted for safety reasons. Prior to use, the blade must be rotated and reinserted into slot. Do not use a dull or nicked blade.

Burned-On Residue

WARNING: DAMAGE to your glass surface

may occur if you use scrub pads other than BLUE Scotch-Brite®Multi-Purpose No Scratch scrub sponges by 3M.

Allow the cooktop to cool.

Spread a few drops of Cerama Bryte® to the entire burned residue area.

Using the scrub sponge, rub the residue area, applying pressure as needed.

If any residue remains, repeat the steps listed above as needed.

For additional protection, after all residue has been removed, polish the entire surface with Cerama Bryte® and a paper towel.

The RAZOR SCRAPER is available through our Parts Center. See instructions under “To Order Parts” section on next page.

Heavy, Burned-On Residue

Scotch-Brite®Multi-Purpose No Scratch blue scrub sponge

Normal Daily Use Cleaning

ONLY

use the recommended cleaning cream, Cerama Bryte®, on the glass cooktop. Other creams may not be as effective.

To maintain and protect the surface of your glass cooktop, follow these steps:

Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it with the cooktop cleaning cream. This helps protect the top and makes clean-up easier.

Daily use of the cooktop cleaning cream will help keep the cooktop looking new.

Shake the cleaning cream well. Apply a few drops of the cream directly to the cooktop.

Use a paper towel or sponge to clean the entire cooktop surface.

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

Clean your cooktop after each spill.

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Turn off all surface units. Remove hot pans.

Wearing an oven mitt: a. Use the razor scraper to move the

spill to a cool area on the cooktop.

b. Remove the spill with paper towels.

Any remaining spillover should be left until the surface of the cooktop has cooled.

Don’t use the surface units again until all of the residue has been completely removed.

NOTE: If pitting or indentation in the glass surface has already occurred, the cooktop glass will have to be replaced. In this case, service will be necessary.

Damage from Sugary Spills and Melted Plastic

Our testing shows that if you are cooking high sugar mixtures such as jelly or fudge and have a spillover, it can cause permanent damage to the glass surface unless the spillover is immediately removed.

Be careful not to slide pots and pans across your cooktop. It will leave metal markings on the cooktop surface.

These marks are removable using the cleaning cream with a scrub sponge and/or razor scraper.

If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum or copper are allowed to boil dry, the overlay may leave black discoloration on the cooktop.

This should be removed immediately before heating again or the discoloration may be permanent.

WARNING: Carefully check the bottom of pans for

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CAUTION, FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: DO NOT USE

AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE. REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR OPEN CIRCUIT

BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION.

This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency, and connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a circuit breaker or time delay fuse, as noted on the rating plate.

Wiring must conform to National Electric Codes.

If the electric service provided does not meet the above specifications, have a licensed electrician install an approved outlet.

Because range terminals are not accessible after range is in position, flexible service conduit or cord must be used.

Installation Instructions.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT: OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES.

NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with

the appliance after installation is completed.

NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep this Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions for future use.

NOTE: This appliance must be properly grounded.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

■Phillips screwdriver

■1/4″hex head nutdriver

■Channel lock pliers

■3/16″open-end or socket wrench

■Open-end or adjustable wrench

■Tape measure

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Flooring Under the Range

Your range, like many other household items, is heavy and

3-Wire Power Cord Installation

WARNING:

The neutral or ground wire of the power cord must be connected to the neutral terminal located in the center of the connector block. The power leads must be connected to the outside (brass-colored) terminals.

Remove the 3 wire terminal screws from the connector block. Insert screws through each power cord terminal ring and into the connector block until the screws engage the nuts. Be certain that the center wire is connected to the center screw of the connector block. Tighten screws securely.

DO NOT remove ground strap connection.

Power Cord Strain Relief Installation

A. Remove the lower rear range wiring cover to

expose the connector block and bracket.

B. Remove the knockout ring (1

⁄8″) located on

bracket directly below the connector. To remove the knockout, use a pair of pliers to bend the knockout ring away from the bracket and twist until ring is removed.

C. Assemble the strain relief in the hole. Insert the

power cord through the strain relief and tighten. Allow enough slack to easily attach the cord terminals to the connector block. If tabs are present at the end of the winged strain relief, they can be removed for better fit.

NOTE: Do not install the power cord without a strain relief. The strain relief bracket should be installed before reinstalling the rear range wiring cover.

Wiring cover (shown removed)

Connector box

Power cord

Ground strap

Strain relief bracket (Provided with range cord. Not part of range.)

Strain relief

Bracket

Knockout ring in bracket.

Knockout ring removed.

Neutral terminal

Connector block

Ground strap

Power cord

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Remove the 3 screws from the connector block. Insert bare wires between the connector block terminals and movable nuts. Tighten screws securely. Do not remove ground strap connection.

WARNING:

Connector block is approved for copper wire connection only. If aluminum wire is used, see note below.

NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING

A. Do not connect aluminum wire to the connector

block. Use copper building wire rated for the correct

amperage and voltage to make three 3″copper

jumper wires. Connect wire as per Step 6 or 7 depending on number of wires.

B. Splice copper wires to aluminum wiring using

special connector terminals designed and UL-approved for joining copper to aluminum and follow the connector manufacturer’s recommended procedure closely.

Wire used, location and enclosure of splices, etc., must conform to good wiring practices and local codes.

4-Wire Power Cord Installation

WARNING:

The neutral wire of the supply circuit is connected to the neutral terminal located in the center of the connector block. The power leads must be connected to the outside (brass-colored) terminals. The 4th grounding lead must be connected to the frame of the range with the grounding plate and grounding screw.

A. Remove the 3 screws from the connector block.

B. Remove the grounding screw and strap from the

connector block middle location and the screw connection to the frame of the range.

C. Insert screws through each power cord terminal

ring and into connector block until screw engages nut. Be certain that the center wire is connected to the center screw of the connector block. Tighten screws securely.

D. Attach ground wire to the frame of the range.

Before

After

Neutral terminal

Ground Strap (grounding to range)

Grounding to range

Grounding plate

Neutral terminal

Bare wire tips

Conduit

Connector block

Bracket

Screw

Flexible cable

Bare wire

Movable nut

Connector block terminal

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Installation Instructions.

4-Wire Conduit Installation

Remove the 3 screws from the connector block. Remove the grounding strap from the connector block middle location and the screw connecting it to the frame of the range. Insert bare wires between the connector block terminals and movable nuts. Tighten screws securely. Attach ground wire to the frame of the range.

WARNING: Connector block is approved for copper wire connection only. If aluminum wire is used, see note below.

NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING

A. Do not connect aluminum wire to connector

block. Use copper building wire rated for the correct

amperage and voltage to make three 3″copper

jumper wires. Connect wire as per Step 6 or 7 depending on number of wires.

B. Splice copper wires to aluminum wiring

using special connector terminals designed and UL-approved for joining copper to aluminum and follow the connector manufacturer’s recommended procedure closely.

Wire used, location and enclosure of splices, etc., must conform to good wiring practices and local codes.

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Final Check

Be sure all range controls are in the OFF position before leaving the range.

Anti-Tip Device Installation

Anti-Tip bracket

is supplied with instructions for installation in a variety of locations. The instructions include all necessary information to complete the installation. Read the

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Instructions

and the instructions that fit your

situation before beginning installation.

WARNING

■ Range must be secured by

Anti-Tip bracket

supplied.

■ See instructions to install (supplied with

bracket).

■ Unless properly installed, the range could

be tipped by stepping or sitting on the door. Injury might result from spilled hot liquids or from the range itself.

Leveling the Range

A. Install the oven shelves in the oven and position

the range where it will be installed.

B. Check for levelness by placing a spirit level or

a cup, partially filled with water, on one of the oven shelves. If using a spirit level, take two readings—with the level placed diagonally first in one direction and then the other.

C. Remove the storage drawer, broiler drawer or

kick panel. The front leveling legs can be adjusted from the bottom and the rear legs can be adjusted from the top or the bottom.

D. Use an open-end or adjustable wrench to adjust

the leveling legs until the range is level.

Typical installation of anti-tip bracket attachment to wall.

Bracket

Screw must

enter wood

or metal

Wall plate

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Installation Instructions.

Leg leveler

Lower range

Raise range

(on some models)

Lower range

Raise range

Before You Call For Service…

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

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Surface units will not

Improper cookware •Use pans which are absolutely flat and match

maintain a rolling boil

being used. the diameter of the surface unit selected.

or cooking is not fast enough

Surface units do

A fuse in your home • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.

not work properly

may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.

Cooktop controls •Check to see the correct control is set for the surface improperly set. unit you are using.

Tiny scratches (may

Incorrect cleaning • Use recommended cleaning procedures.

appear as cracks)

methods being used.

or abrasions on radiant cooktop glass surface

Cookware with rough • Be sure cookware bottoms and cookware are clean bottoms being used or before use. Use cookware with smooth bottoms. Tiny coarse particles (salt scratches are not removable but will become less or sand) were between visible in time as a result of cleaning. the cookware and the surface of the cooktop.

Cookware has been slid across the cooktop surface.

Areas of discoloration

Improper cookware •Marks from aluminum and copper pans as well as

on the cooktop

being used. mineral deposits from water or food can be removed

with the cleaning cream.

Hot sugar mixtures

Hot cooktop came •See the

Cleaning the glass cooktop

section.

or plastic melted

into contact with

to the surface

these substances.

Frequent cycling off and

Improper cookware •Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling.

on of surface units

being used.

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Coil Cooktops

Surface units

The surface units are not •With the controls off, check to make sure the surface

not functioning

plugged in solidly. unit is plugged completely into the receptacle.

properly

The surface unit controls •Check to see the correct control is set for the surface improperly set. unit you are using.

The drip pans are not set securely •With the controls off, check to make sure the drip pan is in the cooktop. in the recess in the cooktop and that the opening in the

pan lines up with the receptacle.

Oven–All Models

Oven light does not work

Light bulb is loose or defective. •Tighten or replace the bulb.

Switch operating light is broken. •Call for service.

Oven will not work

Plug on range is not completely • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly inserted in the electrical outlet. grounded outlet.

A fuse in your home may • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.

Oven controls improperly set. •See the

Using the oven

section.

On self-cleaning models, door • If necessary, allow the oven to cool then unlock the door. left in the locked position.

Food does not bake

Oven controls improperly set. •See the

Using the oven

section.

or roast properly

Shelf position is incorrect or the • See the

Using the oven

section.

shelf is not level.

Incorrect cookware or cookware • See the

Using the oven

section.

of improper size being used.

Oven thermostat needs • See the

Adjust the oven thermostat—Easy to do

adjustment.

yourself!

section.

More than one oven rack used. •Use just one rack for best results with cakes and

cookies when baking without CircuWave.

CircuWave fan used on •See the

Using CircuWave

section.

incorrect food type.

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Food does not

Oven is not set at

BROIL

. •Make sure you turn the knob all the way to the

broil properly BROIL

position.

Door not open to the broil stop •See the

Using the oven

section.

position as recommended.

Improper shelf position • See the

Broiling guide.

being used.

Food being cooked in a hot pan. • Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your

range. Make sure it is cool.

Cookware not suited for broiling. •Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your

range.

Aluminum foil used on the • See the

Using the oven

section.

broiling pan and grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended.

In some areas the power • Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes. (voltage) may be low.

•Broil for the longest period of time recommended in the

Broiling guide

Excessive smoke

CircuWave fan is on during •Do not use the CircuWave fan during broiling.

during broiling

broiling.

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Oven temperature too

Oven thermostat •See the

Adjust the oven thermostat—Easy to do

hot or too cold

needs adjustment.

yourself!

section.

Clock and timer do

Plug on range is not completely • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly

not work

inserted in the electrical outlet. grounded outlet.

A fuse in your home may be • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. blown or the circuit breaker tripped.

Oven controls improperly set. •See the

Using the clock and timer

section.

The display goes blank or

Power surge. • Disconnect power at the fuse box or circuit breaker

indicator lights come on

for at least 10 seconds. Turn power on and power up

when range is not in use

your range. If the indicator lights are still on, call for service.

Oven door is crooked

The door is out of position. •Because the oven door is removable, it sometimes gets

out of position during installation. To straighten the door, push down on the high corner.

Oven makes

This is the sound of the •This is normal.

clicking noise

heating element turning off and on during cooking functions.

“F—and a number”

You have a function error code. • Disconnect all power to the range for 5 minutes

flash in the display

and then reconnect power. If the function error code repeats, call for service.

• On self-cleaning models, if a function error code appears during the self-cleaning cycle, check the oven door latch. The latch may have been moved, even if only slightly, from the locked position. Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it will go. Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF. Allow the oven to cool for one hour. Put the oven back into operation.

Power outage

Power outage or surge. •Some models will automatically resume their setting once

the power is restored. On models with a clock, you must reset the clock. If the oven was in use, you must reset it by turning the Oven Temperature knob back to

OFF

, setting

the clock and resetting any cooking function.

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Self-Cleaning Models

Oven will not self-clean

The oven temperature is too • Allow the range to cool to room temperature and high to set a self-clean operation. reset the controls.

Oven controls improperly set. •Make sure you turn the control knob all the way to the

CLEAN

position.

Oven door is not in the locked • Make sure you move the door latch handle all the way to position. the right.

Oven starts a self-clean

Oven door locked during •Turn the Oven Temperature knob to

OFF

. Allow the

cycle when you wanted

cooking. oven to cool. Never force the door latch handle.

to bake, roast or broil

“Crackling” or

This is the sound of the metal •This is normal.

“popping” sound

heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions.

Excessive smoking

Excessive soil. • Turn the Oven Temperature knob to

OFF.

Open the

windows to rid the room of smoke. Wait until the

CLEAN

light goes off. Wipe up the excess soil and reset

the clean cycle.

CircuWave fan is on. •Make sure the fan is off during the self-clean cycle.

Oven door will

Oven too hot. •Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature.

not unlock

CLEAN light is on when

The oven door was accidentally •Turn the Oven Temperature knob to

OFF

. Allow the

you want to cook

locked. oven to cool. Never force the door latch handle.

Oven not clean after a

Oven controls not properly set. • See

Using the self-cleaning oven

section.

clean cycle

Oven was heavily soiled. •Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean

cycle. Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean again or for a longer period of time.

CLEAN light flashes

Oven controls not properly set. • Move the door latch handle to the right

before

setting

the Oven Temperature knob to

CLEAN

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the product.

■Improper installation.

■Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for

other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

■Damage to the glass cooktop caused by use of cleaners

other than the recommended cleaning creams.

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of sugary materials or melted plastic that are not cleaned according to the directions in the Owner’s Manual.

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From the date of the

During this

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GE will also provide,

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all labor

original purchase

and in-home service to replace the defective part.

FOR GLASS COOKTOP MODELS ONLY:

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if it should: crack due to thermal shock; discolor;

From the date of the

crack at the rubber seal between the glass cooktop and the porcelain edge; or

original purchase

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(on glass cooktop

A replacement radiant surface unit

if it should burn out.

models only)

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