GE EER3000DSS Owner's Manual

Electric Coil & Radiant
Ranges
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Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6
Owner’s Manual
Operating Instructions
Adjust the Oven
Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 16
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12–14
Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Sabbath Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 20
Selecting Types of Cookware . . . . . . . .9
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 25
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
Timed Baking and Roasting . . . . . . . .17
Warming Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . 26–33
Glass Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32, 33
Coil Top and
Radiant Top Models
Standard
Clean Models
Self-Clean
Models
JBS03
JBS07
JBS15
JBS27
JBS56
RB525
RB526
RB536
RB540
JB600
JBP15
JBP22
JBP27
JBP60
JBP61
RB740
RB757
RB758
RB787
RB790
RB800
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . 34–37
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # __________________
Serial # __________________
You can find them on a label,
behind the storage drawer or
warming drawer on the oven frame.
183D6379P057
49-88042
01-09 JR
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
ANTI-TIP DEVICE
To reduce the risk of tipping the range, the range must be
secured by a properly installed anti-tip bracket. See installation
instructions shipped with the bracket for complete details before
attempting to install.
To check if the bracket is installed and engaged properly, remove
the storage drawer or kick panel and look underneath the range
to see that the leveling leg is engaged in the bracket. On models
without a storage drawer or kick panel, carefully tip the range
forward. The bracket should stop the range within 4 inches. If it
does not, the bracket must be reinstalled. If the range is pulled
from the wall for any reason, always repeat this procedure to
verify the range is properly secured by the anti-tip bracket.
For free-standing or slide-in ranges, never completely remove
the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the anti-tip
device properly.
If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your purchase,
call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at no cost (in Canada,
call 1.800.561.3344). For installation instructions of the bracket,
visit GEAppliances.com (in Canada, GEAppliances.ca).
Care and Cleaning
Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
Troubleshooting Tips
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act requires the Governor of
California to publish a list of substances known
to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm, and requires businesses to
warn customers of potential exposure to such
substances.
The fiberglass insulation in self-clean ovens gives
off a very small amount of carbon monoxide
during the cleaning cycle. Exposure can be
minimized by venting with an open window
or using a ventilation fan or hood.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
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Be sure your appliance is properly installed
and grounded by a qualified technician in
accordance with the provided installation
instructions.
Do not attempt to repair or replace any
part of your range unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other
servicing should be referred to a qualified
technician.
Before performing any service, disconnect
the range power supply at the household
distribution panel by removing the fuse
or switching off the circuit breaker.
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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, warming drawer,
or cooktop. They could damage the range and
even tip it over, causing severe personal injury.
Do not store flammable materials in an oven
or near the cooktop.
CAUTION:
Items of interest
to children should not be stored in cabinets
above a range or on the backsplash of
a range—children climbing on the range
to reach items could be seriously injured.
COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY…
Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry
to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against
foodborne illness.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
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.
Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out
by covering it with baking soda or, if available,
by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or
foam-type fire extinguisher.
Flame in the oven or warming drawer can be
smothered completely by closing the door
and turning the oven off or by using a multipurpose dry chemical or foam-type fire
extinguisher.
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.
Never block the vents (air openings) of the
range. They provide the air inlet and outlet
that are necessary for the range to operate
properly with correct combustion. Air openings
are located at the rear of the cooktop, at the
top and bottom of the oven door, and at the
bottom of the range under the warming
drawer or storage drawer.
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Troubleshooting Tips
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 multipurpose dry chemical or foam-type fire
extinguisher.
Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop,
areas facing the cooktop, oven vent opening,
surfaces near the opening, crevices around
the oven door and metal trim parts above
the door.
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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.
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.
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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.
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Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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.
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.
When using cooking or roasting bags in the
oven, follow the manufacturer’s directions.
Do not use the oven to dry newspapers. If
overheated, they can catch on fire.
Do not use the oven for a storage area. Items
stored in an oven can ignite.
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils
or food in the oven when not in use.
Care and Cleaning
SELF-CLEANING OVEN (on some models)
Do not clean the door gasket. The door gasket
is essential for a good seal. Care should be
taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.
Clean only parts listed in this Owner’s Manual.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Do not use oven cleaners on self-clean
models. No commercial oven cleaner or oven
liner protective coating of any kind should be
used in or around any part of the oven.
Residue from oven cleaners will damage the
inside of the oven when the self-clean cycle
is used.
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Before self-cleaning the oven, remove any
broiler pan, grid and other cookware.
Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before
starting the self-cleaning operation.
If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn
the oven off and disconnect the power supply.
Have it serviced by a qualified technician.
Take the racks out of the oven before
you begin the self-clean cycle or they
may discolor.
WARMING DRAWER (on some models)
The purpose of the warming drawer is to hold
hot cooked foods at serving temperature.
Always start with hot food; cold food cannot
be heated or cooked in the warming drawer.
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils
or food in the warming drawer when not
in use.
Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings in
or near your warming drawer.
Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and
canned food a safe distance away from your
warming drawer.
Do not warm food in the warming drawer
for more than two hours.
REMEMBER: The inside surface of the
warming drawer may be hot when the
drawer is opened.
Use care when opening the drawer. Open
the drawer a crack and let hot air or steam
escape before removing or replacing food. Hot
air or steam which escapes can cause burns
to hands, face and/or eyes.
Do not use aluminum foil to line the drawer.
Foil is an excellent heat insulator and will
trap heat beneath it. This will upset the
performance of the drawer and it could
damage the interior finish.
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SURFACE UNITS—ALL MODELS
Use proper pan size–select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit
heating element. The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the surface unit to direct
contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of cookware to surface unit will also
improve efficiency.
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.
Do not flame foods on the cooktop. If you do
flame foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
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.
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Always turn the surface units off before
removing cookware.
Keep an eye on foods being fried at high or
medium high heat settings.
Troubleshooting Tips
Never leave the surface units unattended at
high heat settings. Boilovers cause smoking
and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire.
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Do not use the warming drawer to dry
newspapers. If overheated, they can catch
on fire.
Do not touch the heating element or the
interior surface of the warming drawer.
These surfaces may be hot enough to burn.
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RADIANT SURFACE UNITS (on some models)
Use care when touching the cooktop. The glass surface of the cooktop will retain heat after the controls
have been turned off.
Avoid scratching the glass cooktop. The
cooktop can be scratched with items such as
sharp instruments, rings or other jewelry and
rivets on clothing.
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Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
Large scratches or impacts to glass doors
or cooktops can lead to broken or shattered
glass.
Do not operate the radiant surface units if the
glass is broken. Spillovers or cleaning solution
may penetrate a broken cooktop and create
a risk of electrical shock. Contact a qualified
technician immediately should your glass
cooktop become broken.
Care and Cleaning
Never use the glass cooktop surface as a
cutting board.
Do not place or store items that can melt or
catch fire on the glass cooktop, even when it
is not being used.
Be careful when placing spoons or other
stirring utensils on the glass cooktop surface
when it is in use. They may become hot and
could cause burns.
Clean the cooktop with caution. If a wet
sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot
surface unit, be careful to avoid steam burns.
Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if
applied to a hot surface.
NOTE: We recommend that you avoid wiping
any surface unit areas until they have cooled
and the indicator light has gone off. Sugar spills
are the exception to this. Please see Cleaning
the glass cooktop section.
When the cooktop is cool, use only the
recommended cleaning cream to clean
the cooktop.
To avoid possible damage to the cooking
surface, do not apply cleaning cream to the
glass surface when it is hot.
After cleaning, use a dry cloth or paper towel
to remove all cleaning cream residue.
Read and follow all instructions and warnings
on the cleaning cream labels.
Do not lift the cooktop. Lifting the cooktop can
lead to damage and improper operation of the
range.
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WARNING!
COIL SURFACE UNITS (on some models)
Clean the cooktop with caution. If a wet
sponge is used to wipe spills on a hot
cooktop, be careful to avoid steam burns.
To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric
shock, always be certain that the controls for
all surface units are at the Off position and
all coils are cool before attempting to lift or
remove a unit.
not covered and are in place. Their absence
during cooking could damage range parts
and wiring.
Do not use aluminum foil to line the drip pans
or anywhere in the oven except as described
in this manual. Misuse could result in a shock,
fire hazard or damage to the range.
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Do not immerse or soak the removable
surface units. Do not put them in a dishwasher.
Be sure the drip pans and the vent duct are
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
How to Set
Push the knob in and turn in either direction
to the setting you want.
Be sure you turn the control knob
to Off when you finish cooking.
(on radiant glass models only)
A HOT SURFACE or HOT COOKTOP
(depending on model) indicator light will glow
when any radiant element is turned on and
will remain on until the surface is cool
enough to touch.
A SURFACE UNIT on or BURNER ON
(depending on model) indicator light will glow
when any surface unit is on.
NOTE: The SURFACE UNIT or BURNER ON
indicator light may glow between the surface
control settings of Lo and Off, but there is no
power to the surface units.
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Operating
Instructions
At both Off and Hi the control clicks
into position. You may hear slight clicking
sounds during cooking, indicating the control
is keeping the power level you set.
Indicator Lights
Safety Instructions
Instructions
Safety
Using the surface units.
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
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Safety Instructions
Using the radiant surface units. (on some models)
Operating Instructions
Never cook directly on the glass.
Always use cookware.
About the radiant surface units…
SURFACE
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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.
Water stains (mineral deposits) are
removable using the cleaning cream or
full-strength white vinegar.
Use of window cleaner may leave an
iridescent film on the cooktop. The cleaning
cream will remove this discoloration.
The surface unit will cycle on and off to
maintain your selected control setting.
Don’t store heavy items above the cooktop.
If they drop onto the cooktop, they can
cause damage.
It is safe to place hot cookware from the oven
or surface on the glass surface when the
surface is cool.
Do not use the surface as a cutting board.
Even after the surface units are turned off,
the glass cooktop retains enough heat to
continue cooking. To avoid over-cooking,
remove pans from the surface units when
the food is cooked. Avoid placing anything
on the surface unit until it has cooled
completely.
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Do not slide cookware across the cooktop
because it can scratch the glass—the glass
is scratch resistant, not scratch proof.
Temperature Limiter
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the surface unit you are cooking on.
Every radiant surface unit has a temperature
limiter.
The temperature limiter may cycle the units
off for a time if:
The temperature limiter protects the glass
cooktop from getting too hot.
The pan boils dry.
The pan bottom is not flat.
The pan is off center.
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There is no pan on the unit.
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The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops.
Stainless Steel:
Glass-ceramic:
recommended
usable, but not recommended
Poor performance. May scratch the surface.
Aluminum:
Stoneware:
Copper Bottom:
Make sure the canner is flat on the bottom.
Home Canning Tips:
Be sure the canner is centered over the
surface unit.
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.
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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.
usable, but not recommended
Poor performance. May scratch the surface.
Porcelain Enamel Covered Cast Iron:
recommended
As long as the cookware is covered
completely with porcelain enamel, this
cookware is recommended. Caution is
recommended for cast-iron cookware
that is not completely covered with smooth
porcelain enamel, as it may scratch the
glass-ceramic cooktop.
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Pans with rounded, curved,
ridged or warped bottoms are
not recommended.
The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on coil cooktops.
Surface Cookware Tips
1″
Not over 1 inch
Use medium- or heavy-weight cookware.
Aluminum cookware conducts heat faster
than other metals. Cast-iron and coated
cast-iron cookware are slow to absorb heat,
but generally cook evenly at low to medium
heat settings. Steel pans may cook unevenly
if not combined with other metals.
For best cooking results, pans should be
flat on the bottom. Match the size of the
saucepan to the size of the surface unit.
The pan should not extend over the edge
of the surface unit more than 1 inch.
Do not use woks that have support rings. Use
of these types of woks, with or without the
ring in place, can be dangerous.
Use only flat-bottomed woks.
Placing the ring over the surface unit will
cause a buildup of heat that will damage
the porcelain cooktop. Do not try to use such
woks without the ring. You could be seriously
burned if the wok tips over.
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Wok Cooking
We recommend that you use only a flatbottomed wok. They are available at your
local retail store.
Operating Instructions
Operating
Instructions
Check pans for flat bottoms by using
a straight edge.
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.
Safety Instructions
Instructions
Safety
Selecting types of cookware.
Safety Instructions
Using the oven controls. (on some models)
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
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Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings
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BAKE/TEMP RECALL Pad
Touch this pad to select the bake function.
BAKE Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the
oven temperature at this point. Glows when the
oven is in bake mode.
START/ON Pad
Must be touched to start any cooking or cleaning
function.
Display
Troubleshooting Tips
Shows the time of day, oven temperature,
whether the oven is in the bake, broil or selfcleaning 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.
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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 selfcleaning 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.
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Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Allow the oven to cool
for one hour. Put the oven back into operation. If the
function error code repeats, disconnect the power
to the range and call for service.
KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF or
TIMER ON/OFF 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 ON/OFF Pad (on some models)
Use along with the COOKING TIME ON/OFF or
SELF CLEAN pads to set the oven to start and
stop automatically at a time you set.
START TIME Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the
start time at this point. Glows when the function
has been activated.
COOKING TIME ON/OFF Pad (on some models)
Touch this pad and then touch the + or – pads
to set the amount of time you want your food
to cook. The oven will shut off when the cooking
time has run out.
COOKING TIME Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the
set time at this point. Glows when the function
has been activated. Flashes again when the time
has run out until the control is reset.
Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings
Indicator Lights (on some pads)
This lights anytime the oven has been
programmed using the COOKING TIME
or START TIME functions.
EDIT mode lasts several seconds after the last
pad press. START TIME ON/OFF and COOKING
TIME ON/OFF will be the only pads lit if either of
these options is selected. (Example: START TIME
is selected with BAKE—the START TIME pad will
remain lit until the clock reaches the programmed
time, at which point it will turn off and the
BAKE/TEMP RECALL pad light will light up).
OVEN LIGHT ON/OFF 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.
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AUTOMATIC OVEN Light (on some models)
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SELF CLEAN Pad (on some models)
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Touch this pad to select the self-cleaning
function. See the Using the self-cleaning oven
section.
CLEAN Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can change
the length of time for the self-clean cycle at this
point. Glows when the oven is in the self-clean
cycle. After the self-clean cycle, the light will turn
off. Unlatch the door.
CLEAR/OFF Pad
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Touch this pad to cancel ALL oven operations
except the clock and timer.
BROIL HI/LO Pad
Touch this pad to select the broil function.
BROIL Light
Flashes while in edit mode—you can switch from
HI to LO BROIL at this point. Glows when the
oven is in broil mode.
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Safety Instructions
Using the oven.
Clock and Kitchen Timer (on some models)
KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF Pad
Touch this pad to select the timer feature.
CLOCK Pad
Touch this pad before setting the clock.
Display
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Shows the time of day and the time set for the timer, cook time or start time.
SET +/- Pads
Appearance may vary.
These pads allow you to set the clock and timer.
OVEN
OFF
250
CLE
AN
0
20
0
45
500 BR
OI
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00
(On some models—
appearance will vary)
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Turn this knob to the setting you want.
The oven cycling light comes on during cooking.
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Oven Temperature Knob (on some models)
TEMP
(On some models—
appearance will vary)
Before you begin…
To avoid possible burns, place the racks
in the desired position before you turn the
oven on.
The oven has 5 rack positions.
It also has a special low rack position (R)
for extra large items, such as a large
turkey.
The racks have stop-locks, so that
when placed correctly on the rack supports
(A through E), they will stop before coming
completely out, and will not tilt.
When placing and removing cookware,
pull the rack out to the bump on the
rack support.
To remove a rack, pull it toward you, tilt
the front end up and pull it out.
To replace, place the end of the rack
(stop-locks) on the support, tilt up the front
and push the rack in.
NOTE: The rack is not designed to slide out
at the special low rack (R) position.
How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting (on models without an oven temperature knob)
Touch the BAKE pad.
Touch the + or – pads until the desired
temperature is displayed.
Touch the START/ON pad.
The oven has a special low rack (R)
position just above the oven bottom.
Use it when extra cooking space is
needed, for example, when cooking
a large turkey. The rack is not designed
to slide out at this position.
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Check food for doneness at minimum
time on recipe. Cook longer if necessary.
Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad when baking
is finished and then remove the food
from the oven.
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.
Type of Food
To change the oven temperature during BAKE
cycle, touch the BAKE pad and then the + or –
pads to get the new temperature.
Biscuits, muffins, brownies,
cookies, cupcakes,
layer cakes, pies
B or C
Casseroles
B or C
Turkey
R or A
Rack Position
Frozen pies (on cookie sheet)
C
Angel food cake,
bundt or pound cakes
B
Roasting
R, A or B
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.
Preheating and Pan Placement
Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it.
To preheat, set the oven at the correct
temperature. Preheating is necessary for
good results when baking cakes, cookies,
pastry and breads.
Baking results will be better if baking
pans are centered in the oven as much as
possible. Pans should not touch each other
or the walls of the oven. If you need to use
two racks, stagger the pans so one is
not directly above the other, and leave
approximately 11⁄ 2″ from the front
of the pan to the front of the rack.
Aluminum Foil
Do not use aluminum foil on the bottom
of the oven.
Never entirely cover a rack with aluminum
foil. This will disturb the heat circulation and
result in poor baking.
A smaller sheet of foil may be used to
catch a spillover by placing it on a lower rack
several inches below the food.
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.
On models with an oven temperature knob:
Place the meat or fish on a broiler grid
in a broiler pan.
Follow suggested rack positions
in the Broiling Guide.
Close the oven door.
Turn the Oven Temperature Knob to
BROIL.
When broiling is finished, turn the
Oven Temperature Knob to OFF.
Touch the BROIL HI/LO pad once
for HI BROIL.
To change to LO Broil, touch
the Broil HI/LO pad again.
Touch the START/ON pad.
When broiling is finished, touch
the CLEAR/OFF pad.
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On models without an oven temperature knob:
Place the meat or fish on a broiler grid
in a broiler pan.
Follow suggested rack positions in the
Broiling Guide.
Leave the door open to the broil stop
position. The door stays open by itself,
yet the proper temperature is
maintained in the oven.
Use LO Broil to cook foods such as poultry
or thick cuts of meat thoroughly without
over-browning them.
Troubleshooting Tips
How to Set the Oven for Broiling
Care and Cleaning
On some models, 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.
For ovens without a preheat indicator light
or tone, preheat 10 minutes.
Operating Instructions
Operating
Instructions
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.
Safety Instructions
Instructions
Safety
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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Broiling Guide
The size, weight, thickness,
starting temperature
and your preference of
doneness will affect broiling
times. This guide is based on
meats at refrigerator
temperature.
† The U.S. Department of Agriculture says
“Rare beef is popular, but you should
know that cooking it to only 140°F.
means some food poisoning organisms
may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book.
Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June
1985.)
Food
Ground Beef
Beef Steaks
Rare†
Medium
Well Done
Rare†
Medium
Well Done
Chicken
Quantity and/
or Thickness
Rack*
First Side Second Side
Position Time (min.) Time (min.) Comments
1 lb. (4 patties)
1⁄ 2 to 3⁄ 4″ thick
4 lbs. (16 patties)
C
10
7–10
C
15
11
34
⁄ to 1″ thick
1 to 1 1⁄ 2 lbs.
E
D
D
6
8
10
4
6
7–10
1 1⁄ 2″ thick
2 to 2 1⁄ 2 lbs.
C
C
D
B
10
15
20
25
8
10–12
20
25
B
25
15
1 whole cut up
2 to 2 1⁄ 2 lbs.,
split lengthwise
Breast
Bakery Product
Bread (toast)
English Muffin
2 to 4 slices
2 (split)
D
E
3
3-4
1
Lobster Tails
2–4
B
18–20
Do not
turn
over.
Fish Fillets
1 lb. (1⁄ 4 to 1⁄ 2″ thick)
D
5
5
2 (1″ thick)
2 (1⁄ 2 to 3⁄ 4″ thick)
1⁄ 2″ thick
1″ thick
2 (1⁄ 2″ thick)
2 (1″ thick) about 1 lb.
D
D
C
C
C
C
10
10
6
8
10
15
5
6
8
10
15
2 (1″ thick) about 10
to 12 oz.
2 (11⁄ 2″ thick) about 1 lb.
D
D
D
D
7
10
9
14
4
9
6
10
The oven has 5 rack positions.
Salmon
Steaks
Fillets
Ham Slices
(precooked)
Pork Chops
Well Done
Lamb Chops
Medium
Well Done
Medium
Well Done
Troubleshooting Tips
Care and Cleaning
Using the oven.
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*See illustration for description of rack positions.
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Space evenly.
Steaks less than 3⁄ 4″
thick are difficult
to cook rare.
Slash fat.
Brush each side with
melted butter.
Broil skin-sidedown first.
Space evenly. Place
English muffins cutside-up and brush
with butter if desired.
Cut through back of
shell. Spread open.
Brush with melted
butter before broiling
and after half of
broiling time.
Handle and turn very
carefully. Brush with
lemon butter before
and during cooking,
if desired.
Turn carefully. Do not
turn skin side down.
Slash fat.
Slash fat.
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Not all features are on all models.
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 timed baking
or self-cleaning cycle.
Touch the + or – pads.
Make sure the clock is set to the correct
time of day.
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.
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 and reenter
the time of day.
To Turn Off the Clock Display
Touch the CLOCK pad again to recall
the clock display.
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.
To Set the Timer
or
The timer does not control oven operations.
The maximum setting on the timer is 9 hours
and 59 minutes.
The timer is a minute timer only.
The CLEAR/OFF pad does not affect the
timer.
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.
When the timer reaches :00, the control
will beep 3 times followed by one beep
every 6 seconds until the KITCHEN
TIMER ON/OFF or TIMER ON/OFF pad
is touched.
If you make a mistake, touch the KITCHEN
TIMER ON/OFF or TIMER ON/OFF pad and
begin again.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Touch the KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF or
TIMER ON/OFF pad.
Touch the START/ON pad. The time will
start counting down, although the
display does not change until one
minute has passed.
Care and Cleaning
If you have several clocks in your kitchen,
you may wish to turn off the time of day
clock display on your range.
Operating Instructions
Operating
Instructions
Touch the CLOCK pad twice.
Touch the START/ON pad until the time
of day shows in the display. This enters
the time and starts the clock.
Safety Instructions
Instructions
Safety
Using the clock and timer. (on some models)
Not all features are on all models.
To Reset the Timer
If the display is still showing the time
remaining, you may change it by touching
the KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF or TIMER
ON/OFF pad, then touch the + or – pads until
the time you want appears in the display.
Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
Using the clock and timer. (on some models)
If the remaining time is not in the display
(clock, delay start or cooking time are
in the display), recall the remaining time by
touching the KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF or
TIMER ON/OFF pad and then touching the
+ or – pads to enter the new time you want.
To Cancel the Timer
Touch the Kitchen Timer On/Off or TIMER
ON/OFF pad twice.
End of Cycle Tones (on some models)
Clear the tones by pressing the pad
of the function you are using.
Care and Cleaning
or
or
or
Troubleshooting Tips
Power Outage
Consumer Support
If a flashing time is in the display, you have
experienced a power failure. Reset the clock.
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To reset the clock, touch the CLOCK
pad twice. Enter the correct time of day
by touching the + or – pads. Touch
the START/ON pad.
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.
How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop
Touch the BAKE pad.
Touch the + or – pads to set the oven
temperature.
Touch the COOKING TIME pad.
NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating, you
may need to add additional time to the length
of the cooking time.
Touch the + or – pads to set the
baking time.
Touch the START/ON pad.
The display shows either the oven
temperature that you set or the cooking time
countdown. (The display starts with PRE if
showing the oven temperature.)
The oven will continue to cook for the
programmed amount of time, then turn
off automatically.
Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad to clear
the display if necessary.
Remove the food from the oven. Remember,
even though the oven shuts off automatically,
foods continue cooking after controls are off.
How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop
The oven will turn on at the time of day you
set, cook for a specific length of time and then
turn off automatically.
Touch the BAKE pad.
Touch the + or – pads to set the oven
temperature.
Touch the COOKING TIME pad.
Touch the + or – pads to set the desired
length of cooking time.
Touch the START TIME pad.
At the end of cooking time, the oven will turn
off and the end of cycle tone will sound.
Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad to clear
the display if necessary.
Remove the food from the oven. Remember,
even though the oven shuts off automatically,
foods continue cooking after controls are off.
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.
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Touch the + or – pads to set the time of
day you want the oven to turn on and
start cooking.
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.
Troubleshooting Tips
Make sure the clock shows the correct time
of day.
NOTE: If you would like to check the times you
have set, touch the START TIME pad to check
the start time you have set or touch the
COOKING TIME pad to check the length
of cooking time you have set.
Care and Cleaning
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).
Operating Instructions
Operating
Instructions
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.
Safety Instructions
Instructions
Safety
Using the timed baking and roasting features. (on some models) GEAppliances.com
Safety Instructions
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.
12 Hour Shut-Off
With this feature, should you forget and leave
the oven on, the control will automatically turn
off the oven after 12 hours during baking
functions or after 3 hours during a broil
function.
If you wish to turn OFF this feature, follow
the steps below.
Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO pads
at the same time for 3 seconds until
the display shows SF.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Care and Cleaning
Operating Instructions
Special features of your oven control.
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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.
(Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays)
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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 Regular Baking/Roasting
Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day
and the oven is off.
Touch and hold both the BAKE and BROIL
HI/LO pads, at the same time, until the
display shows SF.
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.
Tap the CLOCK pad until SAb appears
in the display.
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.
Touch the START/ON pad and ⊃ will appear
in the display.
NOTE: The CLEAR/OFF and COOKING TIME pads
are active during the Sabbath feature.
Touch the BAKE pad. No signal will be given.
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The preset starting temperature will
automatically be set to 350.° Tap the
+ or – pads to increase or decrease the
temperature in 25° increments. The
temperature can be set between 170°
and 550.° No signal or temperature
will be given.
Operating Instructions
Operating
Instructions
NOTE: To understand how the oven control works,
practice using regular baking (non-Sabbath) before
entering Sabbath mode.
Safety Instructions
Instructions
Safety
Using the Sabbath Feature. (on some models)
When the display shows ⊃
the oven is set in Sabbath. When
the display shows ⊃ ⊃ the oven
is baking/roasting.
How to Set for Timed Baking/Roasting—Immediate Start and Automatic Stop
Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day
and the oven is off.
Touch and hold both the BAKE and BROIL
HI/LO pads, at the same time, until the
display shows SF.
Tap the CLOCK pad until SAb appears in
the display.
Touch the START/ON pad and ⊃ will appear
in the display.
Touch the + 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.
When the display shows ⊃
the oven is set in Sabbath.
When the display shows ⊃ ⊃
the oven is baking/roasting.
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 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.
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Touch the COOKING TIME pad.
The preset starting temperature will
automatically be set to 350.° Tap the
+ or – pads to increase or decrease
the temperature in 25° increments.
The temperature can be set between
170° and 550.° No signal or temperature
will be given.
Troubleshooting Tips
NOTE: To understand how the oven control works,
practice using regular (non-Sabbath) Immediate
Start and Automatic Stop before entering the
Sabbath mode.
(Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays)
How to Exit the Sabbath Feature
Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad.
If the oven is cooking, wait for
a random delay period of approximately
30 seconds to 1 minute, until only ⊃
is in the display.
Touch and hold both the BAKE and
BROIL HI/LO pads, at the same time,
until the display shows SF.
Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
Using the Sabbath Feature. (on some models)
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.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Care and Cleaning
NOTE: If a power outage occurred while
the oven was in Sabbath, the oven will
automatically turn off and stay off even
when the power returns. The oven control
must be reset.
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You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to
become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself.
Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven.
These thermometers may vary 20–40°F.
NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the broiling or the self-cleaning temperatures (on some models). The adjustment
will be retained in memory after a power failure.
To Adjust the Thermostat with this Type of Knob
Front of OVEN TEMP knob
(knob appearance may vary)
Pointer
To increase the oven temperature,
move the pointer toward the words
“MAKE HOTTER.”
To decrease the oven temperature, turn
the pointer toward the words “MAKE
COOLER.”
Each click will change the oven
temperature approximately 10°F. (Range
is plus or minus 60°F from the arrow.) We
suggest that you make the adjustment
one click from the original setting and
check oven performance before making
any additional adjustments.
After the adjustment is made, retighten
screws so they are snug, but be careful
not to overtighten.
Replace the knob, matching the flat
area of the knob to the shaft, and check
performance.
OVEN
OFF
To Adjust the Thermostat with this Type of Knob
TEMP
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300
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Back of OVEN TEMP knob
(knob appearance may vary)
With the back of the knob facing you,
hold the outer edge of the knob with one
hand and turn the front of the knob with
the other hand.
To increase the oven temperature, move
the top screw toward the right. You’ll
hear a click for each notch you move
the knob.
To decrease the oven temperature,
move the top screw toward the left.
Each click will change the oven
temperature approximately 10°F. (Range
is plus or minus 60°F from the arrow.)
We suggest that you make the
adjustment one click from the original
setting and check oven performance
before making any additional
adjustments.
After the adjustment is made, retighten
screws so they are snug, but be careful
not to overtighten.
Replace the knob, matching the flat area
of the knob to the shaft, and check
performance.
Troubleshooting Tips
Front of OVEN TEMP knob
(knob appearance may vary)
Pull the OVEN TEMP knob off the range
and look at the back side. To make an
adjustment, loosen (approximately one
turn), but do not completely remove, the
two screws on the back of the knob.
Care and Cleaning
Back of OVEN TEMP knob
(knob appearance may vary)
Operating Instructions
Operating
Instructions
Pull the OVEN TEMP knob off the range
and look at the back side. To make an
adjustment, loosen (approximately one
turn), but do not completely remove, the
two screws on the back of the knob.
Safety Instructions
Instructions
Safety
Adjust the oven thermostat—Easy to do yourself!
To Adjust the Thermostat on Other Models
Touch the BAKE pad. A two digit number
shows in the display.
The oven temperature can be adjusted
up to (+) 35°F hotter or (–) 35°F cooler.
Touch the + pad to increase the
temperature in 1 degree increments.
Touch the – pad to decrease the
temperature in 1 degree increments.
When you have made the adjustment,
touch the START/ON pad to go back to
the time of day display. Use your oven
as you would normally.
NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the
broiling or self-cleaning temperatures. It will
be retained in memory after a power failure.
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Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO pads
at the same time for 3 seconds until
the display shows SF.
Warming Drawer
LO
Control Knob (on models equipped with a knob)
Push and turn the control knob to any desired
setting.
OFF
HI
NOTE: The warming drawer should not be
used during a self-clean cycle.
LO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pies
MED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Casseroles
HI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Meats
Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
Using the warming drawer. (on some models)
ON Signal Light
The ON signal light is located above the
control knob and glows when the knob is in
the on position. It stays on until the knob is
moved to the OFF position.
MED
Appearance may vary.
When Using the Warming Drawer
The warming drawer will keep hot, cooked
foods at serving temperature. Always start
with hot food. Do not use to heat cold
food other than crisping crackers, chips
or dry cereal.
Care and Cleaning
Do not line the warming drawer or pan
with aluminum foil. Foil is an excellent heat
insulator and will trap heat beneath it. This
will upset the performance of the drawer
and could damage the interior finish.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Preheat prior to use according to these
recommended times:
Setting LO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 minutes
Setting MED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 minutes
Setting HI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 minutes
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Do not put liquid or water in the warming
drawer.
For moist foods, cover them with a lid or
aluminum foil.
For crisp foods, leave them uncovered.
Food should be kept hot in its cooking
container or transferred to a heat-safe
serving dish.
CAUTION:
Plastic containers or
plastic wrap will melt if in direct contact with
the drawer, pan or a hot utensil. Melted plastic
may not be removable and is not covered
under your warranty.
Remove serving spoons, etc., before
placing containers in warming drawer.
Rack (on some models)
For use in the warming drawer only.
Do not use in the oven.
Preheat with the rack in place.
Using the rack allows for double stacking
of items.
To keep several different foods hot, set the control to the food needing the highest setting.
Place the items needing the highest setting on the bottom of the drawer and items needing
less heat on the rack.
The temperature, type and amount of food,
Food Type
Control Setting
and the time held will affect the quality of
Bacon
HI
the food.
Food in heat-safe glass and glass-ceramic
utensils may need a higher control setting
as compared to food in metal utensils.
Repeated opening of the drawer allows hot
air to escape and food to cool.
With large loads it may be necessary to
use a higher thermostat setting and
cover some of the cooked food items.
Do not use plastic containers or
plastic wrap.
MED
MED
HI
MED
HI
HI
HI
MED
HI
LO
HI
HI
LO
LO
Care and Cleaning
Allow extra time for the temperature inside
the drawer to stabilize after adding items.
Breads
Casserole
Chicken, fried
Eggs, scrambled
Fish
Gravy, sauces
Ham
Muffins
Onion rings
Pies
Pizza
Potatoes, baked
Potatoes, mashed
Tortilla Chips
Operating Instructions
Operating
Instructions
Temperature Selection Chart
Safety Instructions
Instructions
Safety
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CAUTION:
Do not keep food in
the warming drawer for more than two hours.
Place food in low-sided dishes or pans.
Preheat on LO setting.
Check crispness after 45 minutes. Add time
as needed.
To Warm Serving Bowls and Plates
You may warm empty serving dishes while
preheating the drawer.
Use only heat-safe dishes.
When holding hot, cooked foods and
warming empty serving dishes at the same
time, place the serving dishes on the rack
and the food on the bottom of the drawer.
Place empty dishes on the rack to raise
them off the bottom of the drawer. Placing
dishes on the warming drawer bottom
may cause them to become extremely
hot and could damage them.
If you want to heat fine china, please check
with the manufacturer of the dishes for
their maximum heat tolerance.
CAUTION:
Dishes will be hot.
Use pot holders or mitts when removing hot
dishes.
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To warm serving bowls and plates, set the
control on LO.
Troubleshooting Tips
To Crisp Stale Items
Before a Clean Cycle
For the first self-clean cycle, we recommend
venting your kitchen with an open window or
using a ventilation fan or hood.
Remove the racks, any broiler pan, broiler
grid, all cookware and any aluminum foil
from the oven.
Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom.
The oven racks can be self-cleaned, but they
will darken, lose their luster and become hard
to slide.
Do not use commercial oven cleaners or oven
protectors in or near the self-cleaning oven.
A combination of any of these products plus
the high clean cycle temperatures may
damage the porcelain finish of the oven.
Care and Cleaning
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.
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Follow the directions in the Before a Clean
Cycle section.
Latch the door.
Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to CLEAN.
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Do not clean the gasket. The fiberglass
material of the oven door gasket cannot
withstand abrasion. It is essential for the
gasket to remain intact. If you notice it
becoming worn or frayed, replace it.
Wipe up any heavy spillovers on the oven
bottom.
Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place
and the oven light is off.
CAUTION:
The grates and
drip pans (if so equipped) should never be
cleaned in the self-cleaning oven.
Do not use commercial oven cleaners or
oven protectors in or near the self-cleaning
oven. A combination of any of these products
plus the high clean cycle temperatures may
damage the porcelain finish of the oven.
IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is
extremely sensitive to the fumes given off
during the self-cleaning cycle of any range.
Move birds to another well ventilated room.
How to Set the Oven for Cleaning (on models with knobs)
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Safety Instructions
Never force the latch handle. Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism.
The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly.
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Operating Instructions
Using the self-cleaning oven. (on some models)
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Appearance may vary.
The Clean Time is 4 hours and 20 minutes. The
self clean light will come on and stay on until
the self clean cycle is complete.
The oven shuts off automatically when the
clean cycle is complete.
After a clean cycle, turn the OVEN TEMP
knob to OFF and slide the latch handle
to the left as far as it will go.
To cancel self clean cycle, turn OVEN TEMP
knob to off and slide latch to left as far as
it will go. Wait until self clean light stops
blinking. Use oven as desired.
NOTE: Never force the latch. If the oven is
too hot, you will not be able to slide the latch.
Allow the oven to cool.
How to Set the Oven for Cleaning (on some models with press pads)
Follow the directions in the Before a Clean
Cycle section.
Latch the door.
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Touch the SELF CLEAN pad.
Touch the + or – pads until the desired
Clean Time is displayed.
The Clean Time is normally 4 hours and 20
minutes. You can change the Clean Time to
any time between 3 and 5 hours, depending
on the amount of soil in your oven.
Touch the START/ON pad.
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The self-clean cycle will automatically begin
after CLEAN is displayed and the time
countdown appears in the display.
While the oven is self-cleaning, you can touch
the CLOCK pad to display the time of day.
To return to the clean countdown, touch
the SELF CLEAN pad.
The oven shuts off automatically when
the clean cycle is complete, and 0:00 will
flash in the display.
Slide the latch handle to the left as far
as it will go and open the door.
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.
The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly.
How to Delay the Start of Cleaning
Change the Start Time by touching the + or –
pads. The start time will appear in the display.
Make sure the clock shows the correct time
of day.
The self-clean cycle will automatically begin
at the time set.
Follow the directions in the Before a Clean
Cycle section.
While the oven is self-cleaning, you can touch
the CLOCK pad to display the time of day.
To return to the clean countdown, touch
the SELF CLEAN pad.
Latch the door.
NOTE: Never force the latch. If the oven is
too hot, you will not be able to slide the latch.
Allow the oven to cool.
Touch the SELF CLEAN pad.
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.
Care and Cleaning
Touch the + or – pads to set the
Clean Time.
The Clean Time is preset for 4 hours and 20
minutes. You can change the Clean Time to
any time between 3 and 5 hours, depending
on the amount of soil in your oven. If a
different Clean Time is desired, touch
the + or – pads until the desired Clean Time
is displayed.
Touch the START/ON pad.
Touch the START TIME pad.
To Stop a Clean Cycle
Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad.
After a Clean Cycle
You cannot set the oven for cooking until
the oven is cool enough for the door
to unlock.
You may notice some white ash in the oven.
Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the
oven cools.
While the oven is self-cleaning, you can
touch the CLOCK pad to display the time
of day. To return to the clean countdown,
touch the COOKING TIME pad.
These deposits are usually a salt residue that
cannot be removed by the clean cycle.
If the racks become hard to slide, apply a
small amount of vegetable oil or cooking oil
to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the
oven racks with the paper towel.
If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle,
repeat the cycle.
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You cannot set the oven for cooking until
the oven is cool enough for the door to be
unlatched.
Troubleshooting Tips
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.
If white spots remain, remove them with
a soap-filled steel-wool pad and rinse
thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture.
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You can set the oven control to delay-start
the oven, clean for a specific length of time
and then turn off automatically.
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Care and cleaning of the range.
Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.
WARNING: If your range is
removed for cleaning, servicing or any
reason, be sure the anti-tip device is
re-engaged properly when the range
is replaced. Failure to take this
precaution could result in tipping
of the range and cause injury.
Oven Interior (non-self clean models)
Operating Instructions
With proper care, the porcelain enamel
finish on the inside of the oven—top, bottom,
sides, back and inside of the door—will stay
new-looking for years.
Let the range cool before cleaning. We
recommend that you wear rubber gloves
when cleaning the range.
Soap and water will normally do the job.
Heavy spattering or spillovers may require
cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner.
Soap-filled scouring pads may also be used.
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Care and Cleaning
Do not allow food spills with a high
sugar or acid content (such as milk,
tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or
pie filling) to remain on the surface. They may
cause a dull spot even after cleaning.
Household ammonia may make the cleaning
job easier. Place 1/2 cup in a shallow glass or
pottery container in a cold oven overnight.
The ammonia fumes will help loosen the
burned-on grease and food.
If necessary, you may use an oven cleaner.
Follow the package directions.
Do not spray oven cleaner on the electrical
controls and switches because it could cause
a short circuit and result in sparking or fire.
Do not allow a film from the cleaner to build
up on the temperature sensor–it could cause
the oven to heat improperly. (The sensor is
located at the top of the oven.) Carefully wipe
the sensor clean after each oven cleaning,
being careful not to move the sensor as a
change in its position could affect how the
oven bakes.
Do not spray any oven cleaner on the oven
door, handles or any exterior surface of the
oven, cabinets or painted surfaces. The
cleaner can damage these surfaces.
Lift-Off Oven Door
Lift the door straight up and off the hinges.
The oven door is removable for cleaning.
To clean the outside of the door:
Do not lift the door by the handle. Make sure
the oven is completely cool.
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.
To remove the door, open it to the special
stop position. Grasp firmly on each side and
lift the door straight up and off the hinges.
Do not place hands between the hinge and
the oven door frame.
The gasket is designed with a gap
at the bottom to allow for proper
air circulation.
Because the area inside the gasket
is cleaned during the self-clean cycle,
you do not need to clean this by hand
on self-clean models.
The area outside the gasket and the front
frame can be cleaned with a soap-filled
steel-wool pad, hot water and detergent.
Rinse well with a vinegar and water
solution.
Do not rub or clean the door gasket—
it has an extremely low resistance to
abrasion.
If you notice the gasket becoming worn,
frayed or damaged in any way, or if it has
become displaced on the door, you should
have it replaced.
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To replace the door, make sure the hinges
are in the special stop position. Position
the slots in the bottom of the door squarely
over the hinges and slowly lower it over
both hinges.
To clean the inside of the door:
Do not allow excess water to run into any
holes or slots in the door.
Soap and water will normally do the job.
Heavy spattering or spillovers may require
cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner.
Soap-filled, steel-wool pads may also
be used.
Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or
acid content (such as milk, tomatoes,
sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain
on the surface. They may cause a dull spot
even after cleaning.
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.
Oven Heating Elements
Do not clean the bake element or the broil
element. Any soil will burn off when the
elements are heated.
To clean the oven floor, gently lift the bake
element. Clean with warm soapy water.
Clean the oven racks with an abrasive
cleanser or scouring pad. After cleaning,
rinse the racks with clean water and dry with
a clean cloth.
To make the racks slide more easily, apply a
small amount of vegetable oil or cooking oil
to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the
oven racks with the paper towel.
NOTE: Take the racks out of the oven before
you begin the self-clean cycle or they may
discolor.
Oven Light Replacement (on some models)
CAUTION: Before replacing
Wire cover holder
Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool
completely.
Place it into groove of the light
receptacle. Pull wire forward to the
center of the cover until it snaps
into place.
Care and Cleaning
your oven light bulb, turn the oven light off
and disconnect the electrical power to the
range at the main fuse or circuit breaker
panel.
To replace the cover:
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Connect electrical power to the range.
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.
Troubleshooting Tips
Do not remove any screws to remove
the cover.
Replace bulb with a 40-watt household
appliance bulb.
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Safety Instructions
Care and cleaning of the range.
Storage Drawer Removal (on some models)
To remove the storage drawer:
Pull the drawer out all the way.
Insert glides at the back of the drawer
beyond the stop on range glides.
Tilt up the front and remove it.
Lift the drawer if necessary to insert
easily.
Clean under the range.
Let the front of the drawer down, then
push in to close.
Control Panel and Knobs
Pull the knob straight off the stem.
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.
Care and Cleaning
Operating Instructions
To replace the storage drawer:
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Troubleshooting Tips
The control knobs may be removed for easier
cleaning.
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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.
Warming Drawer Rack (on some models)
Clean the rack with detergent and water.
After cleaning, rinse the rack with clean water
and dry with a clean cloth.
NOTE: For models with an electric
warming drawer, before performing
any adjustments, cleaning or service,
disconnect the range electrical power
supply at the household distribution panel
by removing the fuse or switching off the
circuit breaker. Make sure the warming
drawer heating element is cool.
Operating Instructions
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Instructions
Removable Warming Drawer (on some models)
Safety Instructions
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To replace the warming drawer:
Place the left drawer rail around the
inner left rail guide and slide it in
slightly to hook it.
Place the right drawer rail around the
inner right rail guide and slide it in
slightly to hook it.
Slide the drawer all the way in.
Care and Cleaning
Most cleaning can be done with the drawer in
place. However, the drawer may be removed
if further cleaning is needed. Use soap and
warm water to thoroughly clean.
To remove the warming drawer:
Pull the drawer straight out until it stops.
Press the left rail release up and press
the right rail release down, while pulling
the drawer forward and free.
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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Porcelain Enamel Cooktop (on some models)
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.
Lift-Up Cooktop (on some models)
Some models have a cooktop that can
be lifted up for easier cleaning. The entire
cooktop may be lifted up and supported in
the up position.
Be sure all surface units are turned off
before raising the cooktop.
The surface units do not need to be removed;
however, you may remove one to make
raising the cooktop easier. There are two side
supports that lock into position when the
cooktop is lifted up.
Be sure all the controls are turned to OFF and
the surface units are cool before attempting to
remove them.
Receptacle
After cleaning under the cooktop with hot,
mild soapy water and a clean cloth, lower the
cooktop. Be careful not to pinch your fingers.
To lower the cooktop, push the rods back and
gently lower the cooktop until it rests in place.
NOTE: Do not lift the cooktop on radiant top
models. Lifting the cooktop can lead to
damage and improper operation of the range.
Surface Units (on some models)
Surface unit
Drip pan
To clean the surface units, turn the control to
the highest setting for a minute. The coils will
burn off any soil.
To remove a surface unit:
To remove the drip pans for cleaning,
the surface units must be removed first.
Lift the surface unit about 1 inch above
the drip pan and pull it out.
Troubleshooting Tips
Care and Cleaning
Care and cleaning of the range.
Do not lift the surface unit more than 1″.
If you do, it may not lie flat on the drip pan
when you plug it back in.
Repeated lifting of the surface unit more than
1 inch above the drip pan can permanently
damage the receptacle.
To replace a surface unit:
Replace the drip pan into the recess in the
cooktop. Make sure the opening in the pan
lines up with the receptacle.
Insert the terminals of the surface unit
through the opening in the drip pan and
into the receptacle.
Guide the surface unit into place so it rests
evenly.
Do not immerse the surface units
in liquids of any kind.
Do not clean the surface units in a
dishwasher.
Do not bend the surface unit plug
terminals.
Do not attempt to clean, adjust or
in any way repair the plug-in
receptacle.
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Remove the surface units. Then lift out the
drip pans.
Clean the area under the drip pans often.
Built-up soil, especially grease, may catch fire.
Place them in a covered container. Add
1/4 cup ammonia and let soak several hours
or overnight. Wash, rinse well and dry.
Do not cover the drip pans with foil. Using foil
so close to the receptacle could cause shock,
fire or damage to the range.
The drip pans may also be cleaned
in the dishwasher.
NOTE: Do not clean the drip pans
in a self-cleaning oven.
Oven Vent
On glass cooktop models, the oven is vented
through an opening at the rear of the
cooktop.
Never cover the opening with aluminum foil
or any other material.
On coil cooktop models, the oven is vented
through an opening under the right rear
surface unit.
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Painted Surfaces (on some models)
Painted surfaces include the sides of the
range and the sides of the door trim.
To clean the painted surfaces, use a hot,
damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable for
these surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth
to remove soap. Dry with a dry, clean cloth.
Do not use steel-wood pads, commercial
oven cleaners, cleaning powders or other
abrasive cleaners. They will damage the
surface.
Stainless Steel Surfaces (on some models)
To clean the stainless steel surface, use
warm sudsy water or a stainless steel
cleaner or polish. Always wipe the surface
in the direction of the grain. Follow the
cleaner instructions for cleaning the
stainless steel surface.
To inquire about purchasing stainless steel
appliance cleaner or polish, or to find the
location of a dealer nearest you, please call
our toll-free number:
National Parts Center
800.626.2002
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Glass Window (on some models)
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To clean the outside glass finish, use a glass
cleaner. Rinse and polish with a dry cloth.
Care and Cleaning
Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch
the surface.
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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Cleaning the glass cooktop. (on some models)
Normal Daily Use Cleaning
Clean your cooktop after
each spill. Use CERAMA
BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop
Cleaner.
ONLY use CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop
Cleaner on the glass cooktop. Other creams
may not be as effective.
Shake the cleaning cream well. Apply a
few drops of CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic
Cooktop Cleaner directly to the cooktop.
To maintain and protect the surface of your
glass cooktop, follow these steps:
Use a paper towel or CERAMA BRYTE®
Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops to
clean the entire cooktop surface.
Before using the cooktop for the first
time, clean it with CERAMA BRYTE®
Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner. This helps
protect the top and makes cleanup
easier.
Daily use of CERAMA BRYTE Ceramic
Cooktop Cleaner will help keep the
cooktop looking new.
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NOTE: It is very important that you DO NOT
heat the cooktop until it has been cleaned
thoroughly.
Burned-On Residue
WARNING: DAMAGE to your
glass surface may occur if you use scrub
pads other than those recommended.
Care and Cleaning
Use a dry cloth or paper towel to
remove all cleaning residue. No need
to rinse.
Allow the cooktop to cool.
Use a CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Pad
for Ceramic Cooktops.
Spread a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE®
Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the entire
burned residue area.
If any residue remains, repeat
the steps listed above as needed.
For additional protection, after all
residue has been removed, polish the
entire surface with CERAMA BRYTE®
Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and a paper
towel.
Using the included CERAMA BRYTE®
Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops, rub
the residue area, applying pressure as
needed.
Allow the cooktop to cool.
The CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop
Scraper and all recommended supplies
are available through our Parts Center.
See instructions under “To Order Parts”
section on next page.
NOTE: Do not use a dull or nicked blade.
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Heavy, Burned-On Residue
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Use a single-edge razor blade scraper
at approximately a 45° angle against
the glass surface and scrape the soil.
It will be necessary to apply pressure
to the razor scraper in order to
remove the residue.
After scraping with the razor scraper,
spread a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE®
Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the entire
burned residue area. Use the CERAMA
BRYTE® Cleaning Pad to remove any
remaining residue.
For additional protection, after all
residue has been removed, polish the
entire surface with CERAMA BRYTE®
Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and a paper
towel.
Metal Marks and Scratches
If pots with a thin overlay of
aluminum or copper are allowed to
boil dry, the overlay may leave black
discoloration on the cooktop. This
should be removed immediately
before heating again or the
discoloration may be permanent.
WARNING:
Carefully check
the bottom of pans for roughness that
would scratch the cooktop.
Cooktop Seal
To clean the cooktop seal around the
edges of the glass, lay a wet cloth on it
for a few minutes, then wipe clean with
nonabrasive cleaners.
Our testing shows that
if you are cooking high
sugar mixtures such as
jelly or fudge and have
a spillover, it can cause
permanent damage to the
glass surface unless the
spillover is immediately
removed.
Damage from Sugary Spills and Melted Plastic
Turn off all surface units. Remove hot
pans.
Wearing an oven mitt:
a. Use a single-edge razor blade
scraper (CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic
Cooktop Scraper) to move the spill
to a cool area on the cooktop.
Don’t use the surface units again until
all of the residue has been completely
removed.
NOTE: If pitting or indentation in the glass
surface has already occurred, the cooktop
glass will have to be replaced. In this case,
service will be necessary.
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To order CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop
Cleaner and the cooktop scraper, please
call our toll-free number:
National Parts Center . . . . 800.626.2002
CERAMA BRYTE ® Ceramic
Cooktop Cleaner . . . . . . . . .# WX10X300
CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic
Cooktop Scraper . . . . . . . . .# WX10X0302
Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .# WB64X5027
(Kit includes cream and cooktop scraper)
CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Pads for
Ceramic Cooktops . . . . . . .# WX10X350
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b. Remove the spill with
paper towels.
Any remaining spillover should be left
until the surface of the cooktop has
cooled.
Care and Cleaning
Glass surface—potential for permanent damage.
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Be careful not to slide pots and pans
across your cooktop. It will leave
metal markings on the cooktop
surface.
These marks are removable using
the CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop
Cleaner with the CERAMA BRYTE®
Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops.
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Troubleshooting Tips
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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Surface units will not
maintain a rolling boil
or cooking is not
fast enough
Improper cookware
being used.
• Use pans which are flat and match the diameter
of the surface unit selected.
Surface units do
not work properly
A fuse in your home may be
blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
• Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Cooktop controls
improperly set.
• Check to see the correct control is set for the surface
unit you are using.
Scratches (may appear
as cracks) on cooktop
glass surface
Incorrect cleaning methods
being used.
Cookware with rough bottoms
being used or coarse particles
(salt or sand) were between
the cookware and the surface
of the cooktop.
Cookware has been slid
across the cooktop surface.
• Scratches are not removable. Tiny scratches will become
less visible in time as a result of cleaning.
• To avoid scratches, use the recommended cleaning
procedures. Make sure bottoms of cookware are clean
before use, and use cookware with smooth bottoms.
Areas of discoloration
on the cooktop
Food spillovers not cleaned
before next use.
• See the Cleaning the glass cooktop section.
Hot surface on a model
with a light-colored glass
cooktop.
• This is normal. The surface may appear discolored
when it is hot. This is temporary and will disappear
as the glass cools.
Plastic melted to
the surface
Hot cooktop came into
contact with plastic placed
on the hot cooktop.
• See the Glass surface—potential for permanent damage
section in the Cleaning the glass cooktop section.
Pitting (or indentation)
of the cooktop
Hot sugar mixture spilled
on the cooktop.
• Call a qualified technician for replacement.
Frequent cycling
off and on of
surface units
Improper cookware
being used.
• Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling.
The surface units are not
plugged in solidly.
• With the controls off, check to make sure the surface
unit is plugged completely into the receptacle.
The surface unit controls
improperly set.
• Check to see the correct control is set for the surface
unit you are using.
Radiant Cooktops
Coil Cooktops
Surface units
not functioning
properly
The drip pans are not set securely • With the controls off, check to make sure the drip pan is
in the cooktop.
in the recess in the cooktop and that the opening in the
pan lines up with the receptacle.
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Problem
What To Do
Light bulb is loose or defective.
• Tighten or replace the bulb.
Oven—All Models
Oven light does not work
Switch operating light is broken. • Call for service.
Oven will not work
A fuse in your home may
be blown or the circuit
breaker tripped.
• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Oven controls improperly set.
• See the Using the oven section.
On self-cleaning models, door
left in the locked position.
• If necessary, allow the oven to cool then unlock the door.
Oven controls improperly set.
• See the Using the oven section.
Rack position is incorrect or the
rack is not level.
• See the Using the oven section.
Incorrect cookware or cookware
of improper size being used.
• See the Using the oven section.
Oven thermostat needs
adjustment.
• See the Adjust the oven thermostat–Easy to do yourself!
section.
Oven is not set to BROIL.
• On models with a temperature knob, make sure you turn
it all the way to the BROIL position. On models with a
BROIL HI/LO pad, make sure it is turned on.
Improper rack position
being used.
• See the Broiling guide.
Food being cooked in a hot pan.
• For best results, use a pan designed for broiling.
Make sure it is cool.
Cookware not suited for broiling.
• For best results, use a pan designed for broiling.
In some areas the power
(voltage) may be low.
• Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes.
• Broil for the longest period of time recommended in
the Broiling guide.
Control signals after
entering cooking time
or delay start
You forgot to enter a bake
temperature or cleaning time.
• Press the BAKE pad and desired temperature or the
SELF CLEAN pad and desired clean time.
Display flashes "bAd"
then "linE" with a
loud tone
The installed connection
from the house to the unit
is miswired.
• Contact installer or electrician to correct miswire.
Warming drawer will
not work
A fuse in your home may be
blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
• Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
The oven is self-cleaning.
• Wait for the self-clean cycle to finish and the oven
to cool.
Controls improperly set.
• See the Using the warming drawer section.
Food does not bake
or roast properly
Food does not
broil properly
Troubleshooting Tips
• Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly
grounded outlet.
Care and Cleaning
Plug on range is not completely
inserted in the electrical outlet.
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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Excessive condensation
in the warming drawer
Liquid in warming drawer.
• Remove liquid.
Uncovered foods.
• Cover food with lid or aluminum foil.
Temperature setting too high.
• Reduce temperature setting.
Food dries out in the
warming drawer
Moisture escaping.
• Cover food with lid or aluminum foil.
Oven temperature too
hot or too cold
Oven thermostat
needs adjustment.
• See the Adjust the oven thermostat–Easy to do
yourself! section.
Clock and timer do
not work
Plug on range is not completely
inserted in the electrical outlet.
• Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly
grounded outlet.
A fuse in your home may be
blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Oven controls improperly set.
• See the Using the clock and timer section.
A fuse in your home may be
blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
• Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
The clock is turned off from
showing in the display.
• See the Using the clock and timer section.
Oven door is crooked
The door is out of position.
• Because the oven door is removable, it sometimes gets
out of position during installation. To straighten the
door, push down on the high corner.
Oven makes
clicking noise
This is the sound of the
heating element turning
off and on during
cooking functions.
• This is normal.
“F—and a number
or letter” flash in
the display
You have a function error code.
• Press the CLEAR/OFF pad. Put the oven back
into operation.
If the function code repeats:
• Disconnect all power to the range for at least 30
seconds and then reconnect power. If the function
error code repeats, call for service.
Display goes blank
• On self-cleaning models, if a function error code
appears during the self-cleaning cycle, check the oven
door latch. The latch may have been moved, if only
slightly, from the locked position. Make sure the latch
is moved to the right as far as it will go. Press the
CLEAR/OFF pad. Allow the oven to cool for one hour.
Put the oven back into operation.
Power outage
Power outage or surge.
• Some models will automatically resume their setting once
the power is restored. On models with a clock, you must
reset the clock. If the oven was in use, you must reset it by
pressing the CLEAR/OFF pad, setting the clock and
resetting any cooking function.
Display flashes
Power failure.
• Reset the clock.
Unable to get the display
to show “SF”
Oven control pads were not
pressed properly.
• The BAKE and BROIL HI/LO pads must be pressed at the
same time and held for 3 seconds.
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Possible Causes
What To Do
“Burning” or “oily”
odor emitting from the
oven vent
This is normal in a new oven
and will disappear in time.
• To speed the process, set a self-clean cycle for a
minimum of 3 hours. See the Using the self-cleaning
oven section.
Strong odor
An odor from the insulation
around the inside of the oven
is normal for the first few times
the oven is used.
• This is temporary.
Self-Cleaning Models
Oven will not self-clean
The oven temperature is too
• Allow the range to cool to room temperature and reset
high to set a self-clean operation. the controls.
• See the Using the self-cleaning oven section.
Oven door is not in the locked
position.
• Make sure you move the door latch handle all the way to
the right.
Oven starts a self-clean
cycle when you wanted
to bake, roast or broil
Oven door locked during
cooking.
• Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF. Allow the
oven to cool. Never force the door latch handle.
“Crackling” or
“popping” sound
This is the sound of the metal
• This is normal.
heating and cooling during both
the cooking and cleaning
functions.
Excessive smoking
during a clean cycle
Excessive soil.
• Press the CLEAR/OFF pad. Open the windows to rid
the room of smoke. Wait until the light on the
SELF CLEAN pad goes off. Wipe up the excess soil
and reset the clean cycle.
Oven door will
not unlock
Oven too hot.
• Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature.
Oven not clean after a
clean cycle
Oven controls not properly set.
• See Using the self-cleaning oven section.
Oven was heavily soiled.
• Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean
cycle. Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean
again or for a longer period of time.
The OVEN TEMP knob has not
been set to CLEAN when the
latch was moved to the right.
• Set the OVEN TEMP knob to CLEAN. See the Using the
self-cleaning oven section.
Self clean light blinks
during self clean cycle
A power interruption occurred.
• Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and move the latch
to the left as far as it will go. Reset the range controls
to the desired settings. See the Using the self-cleaning
oven section.
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The latch was not moved to the • Move the latch to the right as far as it will go. See the
right when the OVEN TEMP knob Using the self-cleaning oven section.
was set to CLEAN.
Troubleshooting Tips
Self clean light blinks
when trying to set a
self clean cycle
Care and Cleaning
Oven controls improperly set.
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Light Bulbs
Knobs
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All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service,
visit us on-line at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number
available when calling for service.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
GE Will Provide:
One Year
From the date of the
original purchase
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:
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
Damage to the glass cooktop caused by use of cleaners
other than the recommended cleaning creams.
Damage caused after delivery.
Care and Cleaning
Damage 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.
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
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Instructions
For The Period Of:
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Product not accessible to provide required service.
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.
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
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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.
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Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 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
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Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your
convenience any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal business hours.
Real Life Design Studio
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GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that can be used by people of
all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities
and impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for people with
disabilities, check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).
Extended Warranties
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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, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.
GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires.
Parts and Accessories
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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes
(VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line 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.
Contact Us
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including your phone number, or write to:
General Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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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.
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