GE JCBP24, JCBP27, JCBP35 Owner's Manual

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–5

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Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Convenience Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10–12

Broiling Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9

Sabbath Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 17

Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 19

Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7

Temperature Conversions . . . . . . . . .7

Thermostat Adjustment—

Do It Yourself . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Timed Baking and

Roasting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . 20–24

Installation Instructions . . . . . 25–28

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . 29–31

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Product Registration . . . . . . . . . 33, 34

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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JCBP24 JCBP27 JCBP35

29-5524 12-05 JR

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model

# ______________

Serial # ______________

You can find them on a label behind the storage drawer on the range frame.

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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, 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 and floor by installing the Anti-Tip device supplied.

If the Anti-Tip device supplied with the range does not fit this application, use the universal Anti-Tip device WB2X7909.

To check if the device is installed and engaged properly, remove the storage drawer and inspect the rear leveling leg. Make sure it fits securely into the slot.

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

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 installer in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

■ Have the installer show you the location of

the circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.

■ 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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 70°C (160°F) and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 80°C (180°F). Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.

COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY…

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Do not operate the oven or cooktop controls if the glass is broken. Food splatter or cleaning solution may penetrate a broken control panel and create a risk of electrical shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately should your glass control panel become broken.

■ 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 back of a range—children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured.

■ Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments

while using the appliance. Be careful when reaching for items stored 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 in place of pot holders.

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

Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or, if available, by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

Flame in the oven 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.

■ 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 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.

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.

■ Teach children not to play with the controls

or any other part of the range.

■ Always keep dish towels, dish cloths, pot

holders and other linens a safe distance from your range.

■ Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and

canned food a safe distance from your range.

■ Always keep combustible wall coverings,

curtains or drapes a safe distance from your range.

■ Large scratches or impacts to glass doors

can lead to broken or shatered glass.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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WARNING!

■ Never leave the surface units unattended

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

■ 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.

■ 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.

■ 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.

■ Do not immerse or soak the removable surface

units. Do not put them in a dishwasher. Do not self-clean the surface units in the oven.

■ Do not flame foods on the cooktop. If you do

flame foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

■ 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.

■ Clean the cooktop with caution. If a wet sponge

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

■ 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.

■ The surface units are automatically disabled

during the self-clean cycle. Make sure that all surface unit controls are turned off at all times during the self-clean cycle. Any surface unit that is set to an on position, while the self-clean cycle is operating, will automatically come on after the self-clean cycle is finished, and could result in an on, unattended surface unit. Wait until the self-clean cycle is finished to set and use the surface units.

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.

SURFACE COOKING UNITS

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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

Do 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. Residue from oven cleaners will damage the inside of the oven when the self-clean cycle is used.

■ CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE FOOD OR

COOKING UTENSILS, ETC. IN THE OVEN OR ON THE COOKTOP DURING SELF-CLEANING MODE OF OPERATION.

■ 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.

■ Before self-cleaning the oven, remove the

broiler pan, grid and other cookware.

■ Gray porcelain-coated oven racks (on some

models) may be cleaned in the oven during the self-clean cycle.

■ Shiny, silver-colored oven racks (on some

models) should be removed from the oven before beginning the self-clean cycle.

■ 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.

■ Clean only parts listed in this Owner’s Manual.

■ The surface units are automatically disabled

SELF-CLEANING OVEN

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 rack in the desired position

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

■ When using cooking or roasting bags in the

oven, follow the manufacturer’s directions.

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

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

■ 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.

■ Do not use aluminum foil to line oven

bottoms, except as suggested in this manual. Improper installation of aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

OVEN

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Using the surface units.

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

How to Set

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

At both OFF and MAX the control clicks into position. You may hear slight clicking sounds during cooking, indicating the control is keeping the power level you set.

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

WARNING: The surface

units are automatically disabled during the self-clean cycle. Make sure that all surface unit controls are turned off at all times during the self-clean cycle. Any surface unit that is set to an on position, while the self-clean cycle is operating, will automatically come on after the self-clean cycle is finished, and could result in an on, unattended surface unit. Wait until the self-clean cycle is finished to set and use the surface units.

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Surface Cookware Tips

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

2.5 cm (1″).

Not over 1 inch.

1″

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.

Use only flat-bottomed woks.

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.

Placing the ring over the surface unit will cause a buildup of heat that will damage the porcelain cooktop.

Do not use round bottom woks. You could be seriously burned if the wok tipped over.

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Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings

BAKE Pad

Touch this pad to select the bake function.

BAKE Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the oven temperature at this point. Glows when the oven is in bake mode.

START/ON Pad

Must be touched to start any cooking or cleaning function.

Display

Shows the time of day, oven temperature, whether the oven is in the bake, broil or self-cleaning mode and the times set for the timer or automatic oven operations. The display will show PrE while preheating. When the oven reaches the selected temperature, the oven control will beep and the display will show the oven temperature.

If “F– and a number or letter” flash in the display and the oven control signals, this indicates a function error code.

If your oven was set for a timed oven operation and a power outage occurred, the clock and all programmed functions must be reset.

The time of day will flash in the display when there has been a power outage. Reset the clock.

If the function error code appears during the self-cleaning cycle, check the oven door latch. The latch handle may have been moved, even if only slightly, from the latched position. Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it will go.

Touch the OFF pad. Allow the oven to cool for one hour. Put the oven back into operation. If the function error code repeats, disconnect the power to the range and call for service.

TIMER Pad

Touch this pad to select the timer feature. Then touch the + and – pads to adjust the timer.

TIMER Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the set time at this point. Glows when the timer has been activated. Flashes again when the time has run out until the control is reset.

CLOCK Pad

To set the clock, press this pad twice and then press the + and – pads. The time of day will flash in the display when the oven is first turned on.

START TIME Pad (on some models)

Use along with the COOK TIME or CLEAN pads to set the oven to start and stop automatically at a time you set.

START TIME Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the start time at this point. Glows when the function has been activated.

COOK TIME Pad (on some models)

Touch this pad and then touch the + or – pads to set the amount of time you want your food to cook. The oven will shut off when the cooking time has run out.

COOK TIME Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the set time at this point. Glows when the function has been activated. Flashes again when the time has run out until the control is reset.

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

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Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings

AUTOMATIC OVEN Light (on some models)

This lights anytime the oven has been programmed using the COOK TIME or START TIME functions.

OVEN LIGHT or Pad

Touch this pad to turn the oven light on or off.

– Pad

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

+ Pad

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

CLEAN Pad (on some models)

Touch this pad to select the self-cleaning function. See the Using the self-cleaning oven section.

CLEAN Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the length of time for the self-clean cycle at this point. Glows when the oven is in the selfclean cycle. After the self-clean cycle, the light will turn off. Unlatch the door.

OFF Pad

Touch this pad to cancel ALL oven operations except the clock and timer.

BROIL Pad

Touch this pad to select the broil function.

BROIL Light

Flashes while in edit mode—you can switch from HI to LO BROIL at this point. Glows when the oven is in broil mode.

Indicator Lights (on some pads)

EDIT mode lasts several seconds after the last pad press. START TIME and COOK TIME will be the only pads lit if either of these options is selected. (Example: START TIME is selected with BAKE—the START TIME pad will remain lit until the clock reaches the programmed time, at which point it will turn off and the BAKE pad light will light up).

Fahrenheit° 140 150 170 200 250 275 300 325 350 375 400 425 450 475 500 525 550

Celsius° 60 65 75 95 120 135 150 160 175 190 205 220 230 245 260 275 290

Temperature Conversions

Convenience Outlet

(on some models)

The 120V convenience outlet located on the top of the backguard may be used to plug in small electrical appliances.

When using the outlet, be sure that the electrical cord does not rest on or near a surface unit. If the surface unit is turned on, the cord will be damaged.

To reset the circuit breaker, press the switch located near the outlet on top of the backguard.

Power Outage

If a flashing time is in the display, you have experienced a power failure. Reset the clock.

To reset the clock, touch the CLOCK pad. Enter the correct time of day by touching the + or – pads. Touch the START/ON pad.

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The oven has 6 rack positions.

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To avoid possible burns, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on.

Before you begin…

The racks have stops, so that when placed correctly on the supports, they will stop before coming completely out, and will not tilt.

When placing and removing cookware, pull the rack out until it stops.

To remove a rack, pull it toward you, tilt the front end up and pull it out.

To replace, place the end of the rack (stop-locks) on the support, tilt up the front and push the rack in.

CAUTION: When you are using a

rack in the lowest position (A), you will need to use caution when pulling the rack out. We recommend that you pull the rack out several inches and then, using two pot holders, pull the rack out by holding the sides of it. The rack is low and you could be burned if you place your hand in the middle of the rack and pull all the way out. Be very careful not to burn your hand on the door when using the rack in the lowest position (A).

How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting

Touch the BAKE pad.

Touch the + or – pads until the desired temperature is displayed.

Touch the START/ON pad.

The oven will start automatically. The display will show PrE while preheating. When the oven reaches the selected temperature, the oven control will beep and the display will show the oven temperature.

To change the oven temperature during BAKE cycle, touch the BAKE pad and then the + or – pads to get the new temperature.

Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe. Cook longer if necessary.

Touch the OFF pad when baking is finished and then remove the food from the oven.

Preheating and Pan Placement

Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes, cookies, pastry and breads.

The display will show “PrE” while preheating. When the oven reaches the selected temperature, the oven control will beep and the display will show the oven temperature.

Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible. If baking with more than one pan, place the pans so each has at least

2.5 cm to 3.8 cm (1″ to 11⁄2″) of air space around it.

If baking four cake layers at the same time, place two layers on rack B and two layers on rack D. Stagger pans on the rack so one is not directly above the other.

Center baking pans in the oven.

Type of Food Rack Position

Frozen pies (on cookie sheet) D Angel food cake A Bundt or pound cakes B or C Biscuits, muffins, brownies, C or D

cookies, cupcakes, layer cakes, pies

Casseroles C or D Turkey A

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If your range is connected to 208 volts, rare steaks may be broiled by preheating the broiler and positioning the oven rack one position higher.

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How to Set the Oven for Broiling

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

Place the meat or fish on the broiler grid in the broiler pan.

Follow suggested rack positions in the Broiling Guide.

Touch the BROIL pad once for

HI Broil.

To change to LO Broil, touch the BROIL pad again.

Use LO Broil to cook foods such as poultry or thick cuts of meat thoroughly without over-browning them.

Touch the START pad.

When broiling is finished, touch the OFF pad.

Cut slits in the foil just like the grid.

Aluminum Foil

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

Without the slits, the foil will prevent fat and meat juices from draining into the broiler pan. The juices could become hot enough to catch on fire. If you do not cut the slits, you are essentially frying, not broiling.

Do not use aluminum foil on the bottom of the oven.

Never entirely cover a rack with aluminum foil. This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking.

A smaller sheet of foil may be used to catch a spillover by placing it on a lower rack several inches below the food.

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

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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 60°C (140°F) means some food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June

1985.)

The oven has 6 rack positions.

Quantity and/ Rack* First Side Second Side

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

Ground Beef 454 g (1 lb.) (4 patties) C 10 7–10 Space evenly.

1.25 to 1.9 cm (1⁄2 to 3⁄4″) thick

1.8 kg (4 lbs.) (16 patties) C 15 11

Beef Steaks

Rare† 1.9 to 2.5 cm (3⁄4 to 1″) thick E 6 4 Steaks less than 1.9 cm Medium 454 to 680 g (1 to 11⁄2 lbs.) D 8 6 (3⁄4″) thick are difficult Well Done D 10 7–10 to cook rare.

Slash fat. Rare† 3.8 cm (11⁄2″) thick C 10 8 Medium

900 g to 1.14 kg (2 to 21⁄2 lbs.)

C 15 10–12

Well Done D 20 20 Chicken 1 whole cut up B 25 25 Brush each side with

900 g to 1.14 kg (2 to 21⁄2 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 450 g (1 lb.) (0.6 to 1.25 cm D 5 5 Handle and turn very

[1/4 to 1/2″] thick) carefully. Brush with

lemon butter before

and during cooking,

if desired.

Salmon

Steaks 2 (2.5 cm [1″] thick) D 10 5 Turn carefully. Do not Fillets

2 (1.25 to 1.9 cm [1⁄2

⁄4″] thick)

D 10 turn skin side down.

Ham Slices 1.25 cm (1⁄2″) thick C 6 6 (precooked) 2.5 cm (1″) thick C 8 8

Pork Chops 2 (1.25 cm [1⁄2″] thick) C 10 10 Slash fat. Well Done

2 (2.5 cm [1″] thick) about 454 g (1 lb.)

C15 15

Lamb Chops

Medium 2 (2.5 cm [1″] thick) about D 7 4 Slash fat. Well Done 312 to 375 g (10 to 12 oz.) D 10 9

Medium 2 (3.8 cm [11⁄2″] thick) D 9 6 Well Done about 454 g (1 lb.) D 14 10

Broiling Guide

*See illustration for description of rack positions.

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To Set the Timer

The timer does not control oven operations. The maximum setting on the timer is 9 hours and 59 minutes.

Touch the TIMER pad.

Touch the + or – pads until the amount of time you want shows in the display. The maximum time that can be entered in minutes is 59. Times more than 59 minutes should be changed to hours and minutes.

If you make a mistake, touch the TIMER pad and begin again.

Touch the START/ON pad. The time will start counting down, although the display does not change until one minute has passed.

When the timer reaches :00, the control will beep 3 times followed by one beep every 6 seconds until the TIMER pad is touched.

The OFF pad does not affect the timer.

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To Set the Clock

The clock must be set to the correct time of day for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. The time of day cannot be changed during a delayed cooking or a delayed self-cleaning cycle.

Touch the CLOCK pad twice.

Touch the + or – pads.

If the + or – pads are not touched within one minute after you touch the CLOCK pad, the display reverts to the original

setting. If this happens, touch the CLOCK pad twice and reenter the time of day.

Touch the START/ON pad until the time of day shows in the display. This enters the time and starts the clock.

To check the time of day when the display is showing other information, simply touch the CLOCK pad. The time of day shows until another pad is touched.

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

To Turn Off the Clock Display

If you have several clocks in your kitchen, you may wish to turn off the time of day clock display on your range.

Touch the CLOCK pad once to turn off the time of day display. Although you will not be able to see it, the

clock maintains the correct time of day.

Touch the CLOCK pad twice to recall the clock display.

To Reset the Timer

If the display is still showing the time remaining, you may change it by touching the TIMER pad, then touching the + or – pads until the time you want appears in the display.

If the remaining time is not in the display (clock, delay start set time or cooking time are in the display), recall the remaining time by touching the TIMER pad and then touching the + or – pads to enter the new time you want.

To Cancel the Timer

Touch the TIMER pad twice.

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

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

Using the timed baking and roasting features. (on some models)

How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop

The oven will turn on immediately and cook for a selected length of time. At the end of the cooking time, the oven will turn off automatically.

Touch the BAKE pad.

Touch the + or – pads to set the oven temperature.

Touch the COOK TIME pad.

NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating, you may need to add additional time to the length of the cooking time.

Touch the + or – pads to set the baking time.

The cooking time that you entered will be displayed. (If you select Cooking Time first and then adjust the Bake Temperature, the oven temperature will be displayed instead).

Touch the START/ON pad.

The display shows either the oven temperature that you set or the cooking time countdown. (The display starts with PrE if showing the oven temperature.)

The oven will continue to cook for the programmed amount of time, then turn off automatically.

Touch the OFF pad to clear the display if necessary.

Remove the food from the oven. Remember, even though the oven shuts off automatically, foods continue cooking after controls are off.

How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop

The oven will turn on at the time of day you set, cook for a specific length of time and then turn off automatically.

Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day.

Touch the BAKE pad.

Touch the + or – pads to set the oven temperature.

Touch the COOK TIME pad.

Touch the + or – pads to set the desired length of cooking time.

Touch the START TIME pad.

Touch the + or – pads to set the time of day you want the oven to turn on and start cooking.

Touch the START/ON pad.

NOTE: An attention tone will sound if you are using timed baking and do not touch the

START/ON pad.

NOTE: If you would like to check the times

you have set, touch the START TIME pad to check the start time you have set or touch the COOK TIME pad to check the length of cooking time you have set.

When the oven turns on at the time of day you have set, the display will show PrE until it reaches the selected temperature, then it will display the oven temperature.

At the end of cooking time, the oven will turn off and the end of cycle tone will sound.

Touch the OFF pad to clear the display if necessary.

Remove the food from the oven. Remember, even though the oven shuts off automatically, foods continue cooking after controls are off.

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Your new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use. The following are the features and how you may activate them.

The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day. They remain in the control’s memory until the steps are repeated.

When the display shows your choice, touch the START/ON pad. The special features will remain in memory after a power failure.

NOTE: The Sabbath feature and the Thermostat Adjustment feature are also Special Features, but they are addressed separately in the following sections.

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12 Hour Shut-Off

With this feature, should you forget and leave the oven on, the control will automatically turn off the oven after 12 hours during baking functions or after 3 hours during a broil function.

If you wish to turn OFF this feature, follow the steps below.

Touch the BAKE and BROIL pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF.

Touch the CLOCK pad. The display will show ON (12 hour shut-off). Touch the CLOCK pad repeatedly until the display shows OFF (no shut-off).

Touch the START/ON pad to activate the no shut-off and leave the control set in this special features mode.

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

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

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

NOTE: To understand how the oven control works,

practice using regular (non-Sabbath) Immediate Start and Automatic Stop before entering the Sabbath mode.

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

Touch and hold both the BAKE and BROIL pads, at the same time, until

the display shows SF.

Tap the CLOCK pad until SAb appears in the display.

Touch the START/ON pad and ⊃ will appear in the display.

Touch the COOK TIME pad.

Touch the + or – pads to set the desired length of cooking time between 1 minute and 9 hours and 59 minutes. The cooking time that you entered will be displayed.

Touch the START/ON pad.

Touch the BAKE pad. No signal will be given.

The preset starting temperature will automatically be set to 177°C (350°F). Tap the + or – pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 25° increments. The temperature can be set between 77°C (170°F) and 288°C (550°F). No signal or temperature will be given.

Touch the START/ON pad.

After a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute, ⊃ will appear in the display indicating that the oven is

baking/roasting.

If ⊃

doesn’t appear in the display, start again at Step 7.

To adjust the oven temperature, touch the BAKE pad and tap the + or – pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 25° increments. Touch the START/ON pad.

When cooking is finished, the display will change from ⊃ to ⊃ indicating that the oven has turned OFF but is still set in Sabbath. Remove the cooked food.

⊃

Using the Sabbath Feature.

(Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays)

How to Set for Regular Baking/Roasting

NOTE: To understand how the oven control works,

practice using regular baking (non-Sabbath) before entering Sabbath mode.

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

Touch and hold both the BAKE and BROIL pads, at the same time, until the

display shows SF.

Tap the CLOCK pad until SAb appears in the display.

Touch the START/ON pad and ⊃ will appear in the display.

Touch the BAKE pad. No signal will be given.

Touch the START/ON pad.

After a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute, ⊃ will appear in the display indicating that the oven is

baking/roasting.

If ⊃

doesn’t appear in the display, start again at Step 4.

To adjust the oven temperature, touch the BAKE pad and tap the + or – pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 25° increments. Touch the START/ON pad.

NOTE: The OFF and COOK TIME pads are active during the Sabbath feature.

To exit Sabbath feature see next page.

⊃

When the display shows ⊃ the oven is set in Sabbath. When the display shows ⊃ the oven is baking/roasting.

⊃

When the display shows ⊃ the oven is set in Sabbath. When the display shows ⊃ the oven is baking/roasting.

⊃

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Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!

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 6–11 degrees Celsius (20–40 degrees Fahrenheit).

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

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.

Using the Sabbath Feature.

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How to Exit the Sabbath Feature

Touch the OFF pad.

If the oven is cooking, wait for a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute, until only ⊃ is in the display.

Touch and hold both the BAKE and BROIL pads, at the same time, until the display shows SF.

Tap the CLOCK pad until ON or OFF appears in the display. ON indicates that the oven will automatically turn

off after 12 hours. OFF indicates that the oven will not automatically turn off. See the Special Features section for an explanation of the 12 Hour Shut-Off feature.

Touch the START/ON pad.

NOTE: If a power outage occurred while the oven was in Sabbath, the oven will automatically turn off and stay off even when the power returns. The oven control must be reset.

To Adjust the Thermostat

Touch the BAKE and BROIL pads at the same time for 2 seconds until the display shows SF.

Touch the BAKE pad. A two-digit number shows in the display.

The oven temperature can be adjusted up to (+) 19°C / 35°F hotter or (–) 19°C / 35°F cooler. Touch the + pad to increase the temperature in 1-degree increments.

Touch the – pad to decrease the temperature in 1-degree increments.

When you have made the adjustment, touch the START/ON pad to go back to the time of day display. Use your oven as you would normally.

NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the broiling or self-cleaning temperatures. It will be retained in memory after a power failure.

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Using the self-cleaning oven.

Before a Clean Cycle

We recommend venting your kitchen with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood during the first self-clean cycle.

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

NOTES:

■ If your oven is equipped with shiny,

silver-colored oven racks, remove them before you begin the self-clean cycle.

■ If your oven is equipped with gray

porcelain-coated oven racks, they may be left in the oven during the self-clean cycle.

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.

Wipe up any heavy spillovers on the oven bottom.

Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place and the oven light is off.

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 wellventilated room.

Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom.

How to Set the Oven for Cleaning

Follow the directions in the Before a Clean Cycle section.

WARNING: The surface

Latch the door.

NOTE: Never force the latch. If the oven is too hot, you will not be able to slide the latch. Allow the oven to cool.

Touch the CLEAN pad.

Touch the + or – pads until the desired Clean Time is displayed.

The Clean Time is normally 4 hours. You can change the Clean Time to any time between 3 and 5 hours, depending on the amount of soil in your oven.

Touch the START/ON pad.

The self-clean cycle will automatically begin after CLEAN is displayed and the time countdown appears in the display.

While the oven is self-cleaning, you can touch the CLOCK pad to display the time of day. To return to the clean countdown, touch the CLEAN pad.

The oven shuts off automatically when the clean cycle is complete, and 0:00 will flash in the display.

Slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and open the door.

It will not be possible to unlatch the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperature and the LOCKED door light goes off.

When the LOCKED door light is off, unlatch the door.

Never force the latch handle. Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism.

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How to Delay the Start of Cleaning

Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day.

Latch the door.

Touch the CLEAN pad.

Using the + or – pads, enter the desired clean time.

The Clean Time is normally 4 hours. You can change the Clean Time to any time between 3 and 5 hours, depending on the amount of soil in your oven.

Touch the START TIME pad. The earliest delay start time you can set will appear in the display.

Using the + or – pads, enter the time of day you want the clean cycle to start.

Touch the START/ON pad.

The display will show the delay start set time. It will not be possible to unlatch the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperature and the LOCKED door light goes off.

When the LOCKED door light is off, unlatch the door.

After a Clean Cycle

You may notice some white ash in the oven. Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools.

If white spots remain, remove them with a soapfilled scouring pad and rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture.

These deposits are usually a salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle.

If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle, repeat the cycle.

■ You cannot set the oven for cooking

until the oven is cool enough for the door to be unlatched.

■ While the oven is self-cleaning, you

can press the CLOCK pad to display the time of day. To return to the clean countdown, press the COOK TIME pad.

■ Apply a small amount of vegetable oil

to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the oven racks with the paper towel. Do not spray with Pam® or other lubricant sprays.

To Stop a Clean Cycle

Touch the OFF pad.

Wait until the oven has cooled below the locking temperature to unlatch the door. You will not be able to open the door right away unless the oven has cooled below the locking temperature.

Care and cleaning of the range.

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

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.

Oven Vent

The oven vent is located under the right rear surface unit.

This area could become hot during oven use.

It is normal for steam to come out of the vent.

The vent is important for proper air circulation. Never block this vent.

Control Panel

It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use of the oven. Use a damp cloth to clean or rinse. For cleaning, use mild soap and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. For rinsing, use clean water. Polish dry with a soft cloth.

Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleaners, plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control panel— they will damage the finish.

Porcelain Enamel Cooktop

The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but breakable if misused. This finish is acidresistant. 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.

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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.

Control Knobs

The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning.

Make sure the knobs are in the OFF positions and pull them straight off the stems for cleaning.

The knobs can be cleaned in a dishwasher or they may also be washed with soap and water. Make sure the insides of the knobs are dry before replacing.

Replace the knobs in the OFF position to ensure proper placement.

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

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

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

Cleaning the Oven Door

To clean the inside of the door:

■ Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned

during the self-clean cycle, you do not need to clean this by hand.

■ The area outside the gasket and the door liner

can be cleaned with a soap-filled steel wool or plastic pad, hot water and detergent. Rinse well with a vinegar and water solution.

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.

■ If any stain on the door vent trim is persistent,

use a soft abrasive cleaner and a spongescrubber for best results.

■ 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.

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The door is very heavy. Be careful when removing and lifting the door.

Do not lift the door by the handle.

To remove the door:

Fully open the door.

Push the hinge locks down toward the door frame, to the unlocked position. This may require a flat-blade screwdriver.

Close door to the door removal position.

Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top.

Lift door up until the hinge arm is clear of the slot.

To replace the door:

Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top, with the door at the same angle as the removal position. Seat the indentation on the bottom of the hinge arm into the bottom edge of the hinge slot.

Fully open the door.

Push the hinge locks up against the front frame of the oven cavity to the locked position.

Close the oven door.

Seated Hinge Arm

Indentation

Bottom

edge

of slot

Hinge arm

Slot

Hinge arm

Locked

Position

Removal position

Lift-Off Oven Door

Hinge lock

(unlocked

position)

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

Stop guide

Rail

Wire cover holder.

Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a selfcleaning 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.

Both the broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner.

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

Care and cleaning of the range.

Oven Light Replacement

CAUTION: Before replacing your oven

light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel.

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

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 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.

Broiler Pan and Grid

To remove the drawer:

Pull the drawer out until it stops.

Lift the front of the drawer until the stops clear the guides.

Remove the drawer.

To replace the drawer:

Place the drawer rails on the guides.

Push the drawer back until it stops.

Lift the front of the drawer and push back until the stops clear the guides.

Lower the front of the drawer and push back until it closes.

If drawer is crooked:

Remove and replace, making sure the rail is in the guide.

If drawer won’t close:

Remove and replace, making sure the power cord is no longer obstructing the drawer and/or the rail is in the guide.

Storage Drawer Removal

Drawer does not close completely

Power cord may be obstructing drawer

in this area

Drawer front panel tipped away from body side

Rear drawer support is resting on top of

guide rail

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Rear drawer support is on top of guide rail on the high side

Drawer front panel tipped to one side

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