GE JBS27RKSS, JB645DKBB, JB655DKBB, JB625RKSS, JBS60DKBB User Manual

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Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Assistance / Accessories . . . . .8

Using The Range

Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Cookware for Radiant

Glass Cooktop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Oven Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Oven Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners . . 15 Cookware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Cooking Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Cooking Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Care and Cleaning

Cleaning the Range – Exterior . . . 18

Cleaning the Range – Interior . . . . 19

Cleaning the Glass Cooktop. . . . . . 21

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . 25

Owner’s Manual

30" Free-Standing Range JBS60, JBS65, JB620, JB625, JB630, JB640, JB645, JB650, JB655, JB690, JB695, JB700

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # __________________

Serial # ___________________

You can find them on a label behind the door or drawer.

Printed in the United States

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SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. These words are defined as:

DANGER

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

 

 

WARNING

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

 

 

CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING Read all safety instructions before using the product. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire, electrical shock, serious injury or death.

ANTI-TIP DEVICE

WARNING

Tip-Over Hazard

A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.

Verify the anti-tip bracket has been properly installed and engaged.

Ensure the anti-tip bracket is re-engaged when the range is moved.

Do not operate the range without the anti-tip bracket in place and engaged.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children or adults.

is engaged in the bracket. On some models, the storage drawer or kick panel can be removed for easy inspection. If visual inspection is not possible, slide the range forward, confirm the anti-tip bracket is securely attached to the floor or wall, and slide the range back so the rear leveling leg is under the anti-tip bracket.

If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason, always repeat this procedure to verify the range is properly secured by the anti-tip bracket.

Never completely remove the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the anti-tip device properly.

To reduce the risk of tipping the range, the range must be secured by a properly installed anti-tip bracket. See installation instructions shipped with the bracket for

complete details before attempting to install.

For Free-Standing and Slide-In Ranges

To check if the bracket is installed and engaged properly, look underneath the range to see that the rear leveling leg

Anti-Tip

Bracket

Leveling Leg

Free-Standing and Slide-In Ranges

STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

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.

WARNING This product contains one or more chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Self-clean ovens can cause low-level exposure to some of these substances, including carbon monoxide, during the cleaning cycle. Exposure can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood.

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WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ŶUse this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

ŶBe sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

ŶDo not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be transferred to a qualified technician.

ŶBefore performing any service, unplug the range or disconnect the power supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker.

ŶDo 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 climb, sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

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CAUTION

Do not store items of interest to

 

children above a range or on the backguard of a

 

range—children climbing on the range to reach

 

items could be seriously injured.

ŶUse 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 in place of pot holders.

ŶNever use your appliance for warming or heating the room.

ŶDo 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. Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to cause burns. Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop, areas facing the cooktop, oven vent opening, surfaces near the opening and crevices around the oven door.

ŶDo not heat unopened food containers. Pressure could build up and the container could burst, causing an injury.

ŶDo not use any type of foil or liner to cover the oven bottom or anywhere in the oven, except as described in this manual. Oven liners can trap heat or melt, resulting in damage to the product and risk of shock, smoke or fire.

ŶAvoid scratching or impacting glass doors, cook tops or control panels. Doing so may lead to glass breakage. Do not cook on a product with broken glass. Shock, fire or cuts may occur.

ŶCook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an internal temperature of 160°F and poultry to at least an internal temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.

WARNING KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE RANGE

Failure to do so may result in fire or personal injury.

ŶDo not store or use flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop, including paper, plastic, pot holders, linens, wall coverings,

curtains, drapes and gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids.

ŶNever wear loose-fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance. These garments may ignite if they contact hot surfaces causing severe burns.

ŶDo not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range. Grease in the oven or on the cooktop may ignite.

ŶClean ventilating hoods frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the hood or filter.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS TO PREVENT INJURY AND FIRE SPREADING

ŶDo 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 well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

ŶIf there is a fire in the oven during baking, smother the fire by closing the oven door and turning the oven off or by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

ŶIf there is a fire in the oven during self-clean, turn the oven off and wait for the fire to go out. Do not force the door open. Introduction of fresh air at self-clean temperatures may lead to a burst

of flame from the oven. Failure to follow this instruction may result in severe burns.

WARNING COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ŶNever leave the surface units unattended at medium or high heat settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire.

ŶNever leave oil unattended while frying. If allowed to heat beyond its smoking point, oil may ignite resulting in fire that may spread to surrounding cabinets. Use a deep fat

thermometer whenever possible to monitor oil temperature.

ŶTo avoid oil spillover and fire, use a minimum amount of oil when shallow pan-frying and avoid cooking frozen foods with excessive amounts of ice.

ŶUse proper pan size—select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface 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.

ŶOnly 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.

ŶTo 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.

ŶWhen preparing flaming foods under a hood, turn the fan on.

ŶIf power is lost to an electric cooktop while a surface unit is ON, the surface unit will turn back on as soon as power is restored. In the event of power loss, failure to turn all surface unit knobs to the OFF position may result in ignition of items on or near the cooktop, leading to serious injury or death.

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WARNING RADIANT COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

ŶDo not cook on a broken cooktop. If glass cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.

ŶAvoid scratching the glass cooktop. The cooktop can be scratched with items such as knives, sharp instruments, rings or other jewelry, and rivets on clothing.

ŶDo not place or store items that can melt or catch fire on the glass cooktop, even when it is not being used. If the cooktop is inadvertently turned on, they may ignite. Heat from the cooktop or oven vent after it is turned off may cause them to ignite also.

ŶUse CERAMA BRYTE® ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Pad to clean the cooktop. Wait until the cooktop cools and

the indicator light goes out before cleaning. A wet sponge or cloth on a hot surface can cause steam burns. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. Note: Sugar spills are an exception. They should be scraped off while still hot using an oven mitt and a scraper. See the Cleaning the glass cooktop section for detailed instructions.

ŶRead and follow all instructions and warnings on the cleaning cream label.

WARNING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ŶStand away from the range when opening the oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands, face and/or eyes.

ŶDo not use the oven if a heating element develops a glowing spot during use or shows other signs of damage. A glowing spot indicates the heating element may fail and present a potential burn, fire, or shock hazard. Turn the oven off immediately and have the heating element replaced by a qualified service technician.

ŶKeep the oven vent unobstructed.

ŶKeep the oven free from grease buildup. Grease in the oven may ignite.

ŶPlace oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot, do not let pot holder contact hot heating element in oven.

ŶWhen using cooking or roasting bags in the oven, follow the manufacturer’s directions.

ŶPull the oven rack to the stop-lock position when loading and unloading food from the oven. This helps prevent burns from touching hot surfaces of the door and oven walls.

ŶDo not leave items such as paper, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use. Items stored in an oven can ignite.

ŶNever place cooking utensils, pizza or baking stones, or any type of foil or liner on the oven floor. These items can trap heat or melt, resulting in damage to the product and risk of shock, smoke or fire.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING SELF-CLEANING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The self-cleaning feature operates the oven at temperatures high enough to burn away food soils in the oven. Follow these instructions for safe operation.

ŶDo not touch oven surfaces during self-clean operation. Keep children away from the oven during self-cleaning. Failure to follow these instructions may cause burns.

ŶBefore operating the self-clean cycle, remove pans, shiny metal oven racks and other utensils from the oven. Only gray porcelain-coated oven racks may be left in the oven. Do not use self-clean to clean other parts, such as drip pans or bowls.

ŶBefore operating the self-clean cycle, wipe grease and food soils from the oven. Excessive amount of grease may ignite leading to smoke damage to your home.

ŶIf the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn the oven off and disconnect the power supply. Have it serviced by a qualified technician.

ŶDo 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.

ŶDo not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.

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Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.

GE Electric Range Warranty

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All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.

Servicing your appliance may require the use of the onboard data port for diagnostics. This gives a GE factory service technician the ability to quickly diagnose any issues with your appliance and helps GE improve its products by providing GE with information on your appliance. If you do not want your appliance data to be sent to GE, please advise your technician not to submit the data to GE at the time of service.

For the period of one year from the date of the original purchase. GE will provide any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.

What GE will not cover:

ŶService trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.

ŶImproper installation, delivery or maintenance.

ŶFailure of the product if it is abused, misused, modified or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

ŶDamage to the glass cooktop caused by use of cleaners other than the recommended cleaning creams and pads.

ŶDamage to the glass cooktop caused by hardened spills of sugary materials or melted plastic that are not cleaned according to the directions in the Owner's Manual.

ŶReplacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

ŶDamage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

ŶDamage to finish, such as surface rust, tarnish, or small blemishes not reported within 48 hours of delivery.

ŶIncidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.

ŶDamage caused after delivery.

ŶProduct not accessible to provide required service.

ŶService to repair or replace light bulbs, except for LED lamps.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

Extended Warranties: Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime

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or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours. GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires.

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ASSISTANCE / ACCESSORIES

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Have a question or need assistance with your appliance?

Try the GE Appliances Website (www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/) 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on-line.

Schedule Service: Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/ Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal business hours.

Parts and Accessories: Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted).Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

Accessories

Real Life Design Studio: GE supports the Universal Design concept of products, services and environments that can be used by people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).

Contact Us: If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to:

General Manager, Customer Relations

GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

Looking For Something More?

GE offers a variety of accessories to improve your cooking and maintenance experiences!

To place an order visit us online at:

www.GEApplianceParts.com (U.S.) or www.GEAppliances.ca (Canada) or call 800.626.2002 (U.S.) 800.661.1616 (Canada)

The following products and more are available:

Accessories

Small Broiler Pan (8 ¾” x 1 ¼” x 13 ½”)

WB48X10055 (US) 222D2097G001 (Canada)

Large* Broiler Pan (12 ¾” x 1 ¼” x 16 ½”)

WB48X10056 (US) 222D2097G002 (Canada)

XL** Broiler Pan (17” x 1 ¼” x 19 ¼”)

WB48X10057 (US) Not available in Canada

Parts

Oven racks

Part numbers vary by model

Oven elements

Part numbers vary by model

Light bulbs

Part numbers vary by model

Cleaning Supplies

CitruShine Stainless Steel Wipes

WX10X10007

CERAMA BRYTE® Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner

PM10X311

CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Pads for Ceramic Cooktops

WX10X350

CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner

WX10X300

CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Scraper

WX10X0302

Kit (Kit includes cream and cooktop scraper)

WB64X5027

*The large broiler pan does not fit in 20”/24” ranges.

**The XL broiler pan does not fit in 24” wall ovens, 27”drop ins or 20”/24” range.

How to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape

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

To assure no damage is done to the finish of the product, the safest way to remove the adhesive from packaging tape on new appliances is an application of a household liquid dishwashing detergent. Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak.

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

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Surface Units

WARNING FIRE HAZARD: Never leave the range unattended with the cooktop on medium or high settings. Keep flammable items away from the cooktop. Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to follow

these instructions can result in fire, serious injury or death. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

How to Set

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

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

For glass cooktop surfaces:

A HOT COOKTOP indicator light will:

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At both OFF and HI the control clicks into position. You may hear slight clicking sounds during cooking, indicating the control is maintaining your desired setting.

Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF when you finish cooking.

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

Dual Surface Units and Control Knobs (on some models)

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

Models with a Dual-Ring surface element only

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USING THE RANGE: Surface Units

Surface Units (Cont.)

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

Using the Warming Zone

WARNING

FOOD POISON HAZARD: Bacteria may grow in food at temperatures below 140°F.

Always start with hot food. Do not use warm setting to heat cold food.

Do not use warm setting for more than 2 hours.

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

Turn the control knob to the ON position.

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

The initial temperature, type and amount of food, type of pan, and the time held will affect the quality of the food.

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

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

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Home Canning Tips

Be sure the canner is centered over the surface unit. Make sure the canner is flat on the bottom.

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

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

Flat-bottomed canners are recommended. Use of water bath canners with rippled bottoms may extend the time required to bring the water to a boil.

Radiant Glass Cooktop

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

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

NOTE: On models with light-colored glass cooktops, it is normal for the cooking zones to change color when hot or cooling down. This is temporary and will disappear as the glass cools to room temperature.

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

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

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

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

Do not slide cookware across the cooktop

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Temperature Limiter on Radiant Glass Cooktops

Every radiant surface unit has a temperature limiter.

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

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

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USING THE RANGE: Cookware for Radiant Glass Cooktop

Cookware for Radiant Glass Cooktop

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 on Cast Iron:

recommended if bottom of pan is coated

Porcelain Enamel on Steel:

not recommended

Heating empty pans can cause permanent damage to cooktop glass. The enamel can melt and bond to the ceramic cooktop.

Glass-ceramic:

not recommended

Poor performance. Will scratch the surface.

Stoneware:

not recommended

Poor performance. May scratch the surface.

Cast Iron:

not recommended—unless designed specifically for glass cooktops

Poor conductivity and slow to absorb heat. Will scratch the cooktop surface.

Check pans for flat bottoms by using a straight edge.

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

NOTE: Follow all cookware manufacturer’s recommendations when using any type of cookware on the ceramic cooktop.

For Best Results

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Do not place wet pans on the glass cooktop.

Do not use woks with support rings on the glass cooktop.

Use flat-bottomed woks on the glass cooktop.

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Oven Controls

 

 

 

 

 

 

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1. Convection Cooking (on some models):

Convection cooking modes use increased air circulation to improve performance. See the Cooking Modes section for more information.

2. Traditional Cooking Modes: Your oven has

the following traditional cooking modes: Bake and Broil Hi/Lo. See the Cooking Modes section for more information.

3. Clean (on some models): Your oven may

have up to two cleaning modes: Self Clean and Steam Clean. See the Cleaning the Oven section for important information about using these modes.

4. Start: Must be pressed to start any cooking, cleaning, or timed function.

5. Cancel/Off: Cancels ALL oven operations except the clock and timer.

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

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

8. Cook Time: Counts down cooking time and turns off the oven when the cooking time is complete. Press the Cook Time pad, use the +/- pads to program a cooking time in hours and minutes, then press Start. This can only be used with Bake and Convection Bake (where available).

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9.Clock: Sets the oven clock time. Press the Set

Clock pad twice or press and hold the +/- pads for 3 seconds and the +/- pads to program the clock.

Press Start to save the time.

10. Timer: Works as a countdown timer. Press the Timer pad and the +/- pads to program the time in hours and minutes. Press the Start pad. The timer countdown is complete. To turn the timer off press the

Timer pad.

11. Delay Time: Delays when the oven will turn on. Use this to set a time when you want the oven to start. Press the Delay Time pad and use the +/- pads to program the time of day for the oven to turn on then press Start. Press the desired cooking mode and temperature then press Start. A Cook Time may also be programmed if desired. Follow the directions under Cook Time for setting this feature. This can only be used with Bake, Convection Bake and Self-Clean.

NOTE: When using the Delay Time feature, 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.

12.Oven Light: Turns the oven light on or off.

13.Lock Controls (on some models): Locks

out the control so that pressing the pads does not activate the controls. Press and hold the +/- pads or the Lock Controls pad, for three seconds to lock or unlock the control. Cancel/Off is always active, even when the control is locked.

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USING THE RANGE: Special Features

Special Features

There are several different special features on your range. To change the settings of these special features: Ŷ 3UHVV WKH Bake and Broil pads at the same time and hold for three seconds.

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Ŷ 6HOHFW WKH IHDWXUH \RX ZDQW WR FKDQJH

Ŷ :KHQ WKH FKDQJH KDV EHHQ PDGH SUHVV WKH Start key to save the change and return to the time of day.

Adjust the Oven Temperature

This feature allows the oven baking and convection baking temperature to be adjusted up to 35ºF hotter or down to 35ºF cooler. Use this feature if you believe

your oven temperature is too hot or too cold and wish to change it. This adjustment affects Bake and Convection Bake modes. No other cooking modes are affected.

Press the Bake pad to enter the temperature adjustment mode. A number between 35 and - 35 will display. Use the +/- pads to set the desired temperature adjustment and use the Bake pad to change between negative and positive. Press the Start pad to save the temperature adjustment.

Clock Display

This feature can turn off the time of day display. Press the Timer On/Off pad to display the time of day (on) or turn off the time of day display (oFF).

NOTE: For models with a clock pad, the time of day display cannot be turned off in special features. Exit special features. To turn the time of day display off on these models, just press the clock pad once and then the start pad. To have the display turned back on, press the clock pad again and then the start pad.

12-hour auto shut-off and Sabbath

Options for this feature are “12 SHdn”, “no SHdn” and “SAb”.

12-hour auto shut-off turns off the oven after 12 hours of continuous operations.

Sabbath mode disables all sounds (the control will not beep when a button is pressed), Convection, Broil, Cook Time, Timer, Clock, and Delay Time functions. Sabbath mode can only be used with Bake. This feature conforms to the Star-K Jewish Sabbath requirements.

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.

Press the Set Clock pad to view the current setting and then to change the setting.

For models that do not have a Set Clock pad, press the Cook Time pad to view the current setting and then to change the setting.

To use Sabbath mode, select “SAb” and press Start. A ] will appear in the display and the clock will not display.

Once in Sabbath mode, at any time you can press Bake to start the oven. Note that when programming a bake in Sabbath mode, the preset starting temperature will automatically be set to 350°F. Press the + or - pads to

increase or decrease the temperature in 25°F increments for temperatures between 170°F and 550°F and then press Start.

No sound will be given when the keys are pressed. At a random time between 30 seconds and 1 minute, ][, will appear in the display indicating the oven is running.

If you need to adjust the temperature while baking, press Bake again. Press the + or - pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 25°F from the previous

temperature you set to the new baking temperature and then press Start.

To exit Sabbath mode, make sure that the oven is turned off. To turn the oven off, press Cancel/Off. The oven will immediately turn off and ][ will change to ] indicating that the oven has turned off. Press and hold the Bake and Broil pads for 3 seconds to enter special features then press Delay Time until either "12 Shdn" or "no Shdn" is in the display and press Start.

NOTE: If power outage occurs during Sabbath mode the unit will remain in Sabbath mode but off when power is restored.

If you wish to use the Cook Time feature (if available) to bake in the oven and then have the oven automatically turn off, you will need to press the Cook Time pad, enter a cooking time duration, and press Start. Then enter special features to start Sabbath mode as detailed above.

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Oven Racks

Recommended rack positions for various types of foods are provided in the Cooking Guide. Adjusting rack position is one way to impact cooking results. For example, if you would prefer darker tops on cakes, muffins, or cookies, try moving food one rack position higher. If you find foods are too brown on top try moving them down next time.

When baking with multiple pans and on multiple racks, ensure there is at least 1½" between pans to allow sufficient space for air to flow.

To avoid possible burns, place the racks in the desired

The number of rack positions may vary by model.

position before you turn the oven on.

 

Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners

CAUTION Do not use any type of foil or oven liner to cover the oven bottom. These items can trap heat or melt, resulting in damage to the product and risk of shock, smoke or fire. Damage from improper use of these items is not covered by the product warranty.

Foil may be used to catch spills by placing a sheet on a lower rack, several inches below the food. Do not use more foil than necessary and never entirely cover an oven rack with aluminum foil. Keep foil at least 1-1/2” from oven walls to prevent poor heat circulation.

Cookware

Cookware Guidelines

The material, finish, and size of cookware affect baking performance.

Dark, coated and dull pans absorb heat more readily than light, shiny pans. Pans that absorb heat more readily can result in a browner, crisper, and thicker crust. If using dark and coated cookware check food earlier than minimum cook time. If undesirable results are obtained with this type of cookware consider reducing oven temperature by 25º F next time.

Shiny pans can produce more evenly cooked baked goods such as cakes and cookies.

Glass and ceramic pans heat slowly but retain heat well. These types of pans work well for dishes such as pies and custards.

Air insulated pans heat slowly and can reduce bottom browning.

Keep cookware clean to promote even heating.

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USING THE RANGE: Cooking Modes

Cooking Modes

Your new oven has a variety of cooking modes to help you get the best results. These modes are described below. Refer to the Cooking Guide section for recommendations for specific foods. Remember, your new oven may perform differently than the oven it is replacing.

Baking Modes

Select a mode for baking based on the type and quantity of food you are preparing. When preparing baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and pastries always preheat the oven first. Follow recipe recommendations for food placement. If no guidelines are provided, center food in the oven.

Bake

The bake mode is intended for single rack cooking. This mode uses heat primarily from the lower element but also from the upper element to cook food. To use this mode press the Bake pad, use the +/- pads to set the desired temperature, and then press Start. Preheating is generally recommended when using this mode.

Broiling Modes

Always broil with the door open. Monitor food closely while broiling. Use caution when broiling on upper rack positions as placing food closer to the broil element increases smoking, spattering, and the possibility of fats igniting. For best performance center food below the broil heating element. Broiling on rack position 7 is not recommended.

Try broiling foods that you would normally grill. Adjust rack positions to adjust the intensity of the heat to the food. Place foods closer to the broil element when a seared surface and rare interior is desired. Thicker foods and foods that need to be cooked through should be broiled on a rack position farther from the broiler or by using Broil Lo.

Convection Bake

The Convection Bake mode is intended for baking on multiple racks at the same time. This mode uses heat from the upper and lower elements, along with air movement from the convection fan to enhance cooking evenness. Your oven is equipped with Auto

Recipe Conversion, so it is not necessary to convert the temperature when using this mode. Baking time might be slightly longer for multiple racks than what would be expected for a single rack. To use this mode press the Convection Bake pad, enter a temperature, and then press Start. Always preheat when using this mode.

Broil Hi

The Broil Hi mode uses intense heat from the upper element to sear foods. Use Broil Hi for thinner cuts of meat and/ or foods you prefer less done on the interior. To use this mode press the Broil pad once and then press Start. It is not necessary to preheat when using this mode.

Broil Lo

The Broil Lo mode uses less intense heat from the upper element to cook food thoroughly while also producing surface browning. Use Broil Lo for thicker cuts of meat and/or foods that you would like cooked all the way through. To use this mode press the Broil pad twice and then press Start. It is not necessary to preheat when using this mode.

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Cooking Guide

FOOD TYPE

RECOMMENDED

RECOMMENDED

 

MODE(S)

RACK POSITION(S)

ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS

 

Baked Goods

 

 

 

Layer Cakes, sheet cakes,

 

 

 

bundt cakes, muffins, quick

Bake

4

Use shiny cookware.

breads on a Single Rack

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Layer cakes* on Multiple

Bake

3 and 5

Ensure adequate airflow

Racks

(see illustration below).

 

 

Chiffon cakes (angel food)

Bake

1

Use shiny cookware.

 

 

 

 

Cookies, biscuits, scones on a

Bake

4

Use shiny cookware.

Single Rack

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cookies, biscuits, scones on

Bake

3 and 5

 

2, 4, and 6 (3 rack recommended

Ensure adequate airflow.

Multiple Racks

Convection Bake (if available)

only for Convection Bake)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beef & Pork

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use a broil pan; move food down for more done-

Hamburgers

Broil Hi

6

ness/less searing. Watch food closely when broiling.

For best performance center food below the broil

 

 

 

 

 

 

heating element

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use a broil pan; move food down for more done-

Steaks & Chops

Broil Hi

6

ness/less searing. Watch food closely when broiling.

For best performance center food below the broil

 

 

 

 

 

 

heating element

 

 

 

 

Roasts

Bake

3 or 4

Use a low sided pan such as a broil pan. Preheating

is not necessary

 

 

 

Poultry

 

 

 

Whole chicken

Bake

3 or 4

Use a low sided pan such as a broil pan.

 

 

 

 

 

Broil Hi

2

If breaded or coated in sauce avoid Broil Hi modes.

Bone-in chicken breasts, legs,

 

 

Broil skin side down first. Watch food closely when

Broil Lo

 

thighs

2 or 3

broiling. For best performance when broiling, center

 

Bake

 

food below the broil heating element.

 

 

 

If breaded or coated in sauce avoid Broil Hi modes.

Boneless chicken breasts

Broil Lo

2 or 3

Broil skin side down first. Watch food closely when

Bake

broiling. For best performance when broiling, center

 

 

 

 

 

food below the broil heating element

 

 

 

 

Whole turkey

Bake

2 or 3

Use a low sided pan such as a broil pan.

 

 

 

 

Turkey Breast

Bake

2 or 3

Use a low sided pan such as a broil pan.

 

 

 

 

Fish

Broil Lo

6 (1/2 thick or less)

Watch food closely when broiling. For best perfor-

5 (>1/2 inch)

mance center food below the broil heating element.

 

 

Casseroles

Bake

4

 

 

 

 

 

Frozen Convenience Foods

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pizza, french fries, tator tots,

 

 

 

chicken nuggets, appetizers

Bake

4

Use shiny cookware.

on a Single Rack

 

 

 

Pizza, french fries, tator tots,

Bake

 

 

chicken nuggets, appetizers

3 and 5

Use shiny cookware.

Convection Bake (if available)

on Multiple Racks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*When baking four cake layers at a time, use racks 3 and 5. Place the pans as shown so that one pan is not directly above another.

Cook food thoroughly to help protect against food borne illness. Minimum safe food temperature recommendations for food safety can be found at www.IsItDoneYet.gov. Make sure to use a food thermometer to take food temperatures.

Rack position for baking 4 layer cakes.

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