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Whirlpool GGE388LXB User's Manual

1. 2 Turn the glass cover counterclockwise 1 4 turn until the tabs of the glass cover clear the grooves of the socket Wearing latex gloves may offer a better grip Using gloves or a dry cloth remove the bulb by pulling it straight out To replace 7 Use anew 120 130 volt halogen bulb not to exceed 50 watts Replace the bulb with the same type of bulb that was removed Your model will have one of the two types shown on the left To determine the correct replacement bulb check the bulb terminals Bulbs with 2 straight pin terminals are G6 35 bulbs Bulbs with 2 looped terminals are G9 bulbs Do not interchange Be sure the replacement bulb is rated 120 volts or 130 volts NOT 12 volts Using gloves or a dry cloth remove the bulb from its packaging Do not touch the bulb with bare fingers Oil from skin will damage the bulb and shorten its life Receptacle Use gloves or cloth 3 Push the bulb straight into the receptacle all the way 4 Place the tabs of the glass cover into the grooves of the socket Turn the glass cover clockwise 1 4 turn For improved lighting inside the oven clean the glass cover frequently using a wet cloth This should be done when the oven is completely cool 3 Reconnect electrical power to the oven Oven Light Replacement on some models To remove Z 2 Turn the glass cover counterclockwise 1 4 turn unt
2. through before browning 3 4 to 1 thick o 4 from broil elemen To prevent curling of meat slash fat at 1 Well Done 170 F Steaks D or E food should be 3 intervals 3 4 to 1 thick o 5 from broil elemen or Ground Beef Patties Chicken Breast boneless C food should be 8 Broil skin side down o 9 from broil elemen first Breast bone in C food should be 7 o 8 from broil elemen Fish Fillets 1 2 to 1 thick D or E food should be 3 Handle and turn very o 6 from broil elemen carefully Pork Chops Well Done 170 F 3 4 thick D food should be 6 To prevent curling of o 7 from broil element meat slash fat at 1 intervals For double ovens use rack position A for the smaller 2 rack position oven 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 Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself GEAppliances com 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 degrees NOTE This adjustment will only affect baking and roasting temperatures
3. Leave the door open to the broil stop position The door stays open by itself yet the proper temperature is maintained in the oven The size weight thickness starting temperature and your preference of doneness will affect broiling times This guide is based on meats at refrigerator temperature t 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 14 How to Set the Oven for Broiling Broil Broiling Guide Preheat the broiler for 2 minutes to improve performance Use LO Broil to cook foods such as poultry or thick cuts of meat thoroughly without overbrowning them 7 Place the meat or fish on a broiler grid in a broiler pan designed for broiling Z Follow suggested rack positions in the Broiling Guide 3 Touch the BROIL HI LO pad once for HI To change to LO Broil touch the BROIL HI LO pad again 4 5 Touch the START pad When broiling is finished touch the CLEAR OFF pad Type or Food Doneness Thickness Rack Position Comments Beef Rare 140 F Steaks E or F food should be 1 Steaks less than 1 1 thick o 3 from broil elemen thick are difficult to cook rare They cook Medium 160 F Steaks E food should be 3
4. 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 Lift Off Oven Door on some models The door is very heavy Be careful when removing and lifting the door Do not lift the door by the handle 7 2 Hinge P lt lock Removal position 30 Yo N 7 To remove the door Fully open the door Pull the hinge locks down toward the door frame to the unlocked position A tool such as a small flat blade screwdriver may be required Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top Close door to the door removal position which is halfway between the broil stop position and fully closed Lift door up and out until the hinge arm is clear of the slot To replace the door Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top If any stain on the door vent trim is persistent use a soft abrasive cleaner and a sponge scrubber for best results Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately When surface is cool clean and rinse Do not use oven cleaners cleaning powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door 2 With the Bottom door atthe same edge an gl e of slot as the removal N position seat the indentation of the hinge arm into
5. Touch the START pad After touching the START pad SET disappears this tells you the time is counting down although the display does not change To Reset the Kitchen Timer If the display is still showing the time remaining you may change it by touching the TIMER ON pad then touching the number pads so that the time you want appears in the display To Cancel the Kitchen Timer Touch the TIMER OFF pad GEAppliances com Touch the START pad until the time of day shows in the display This enters the time and starts the clock W To check the time of day when the display is showing other information touch the CLOCK pad The time of day shows until another pad is touched To change the time format or turn off the clock display see the Special Features section until one minute has passed Seconds will not be shown in the display until the last minute is counting down When the kitchen timer reaches 00 the control will beep 3 times followed by one beep every 6 seconds until the TIMER OFF pad The 6 second tone can be cancelled by following the steps in the Special features of your oven control section under Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle 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 TIMER ON pad and then touch the number pads to enter the new time you want How to Lock Out the Co
6. Clear Off pad and the door unlocks When the Steam Clean cycle is complete the door will unlock the oven control will beep and the Steam Clean light will blink Press the Clear Off pad and open the door The oven bottom and remaining water will still be very warm at the end of the cycle This is normal If a steam clean cycle is initiated without water press the Clear Off pad to end the cycle Wait for the range to cool to room temperature before pouring water into the recessed area and initiating another steam cycle Do not open the door during the Steam Clean cycle An error beep will sound upon opening the door Press Clear Off pad at any time to end the cycle If mineral deposits remain in the oven bottom after cleaning use a cloth or sponge soaked in vinegar to remove them Some water may drip from the bottom of the oven door If this happens wipe it up at the end of the cycle The door gasket may be wet when the Steam Clean cycle finishes This is normal Do not clean the gasket If soil still remains after cleaning the oven see the Care and cleaning of the range section of the Owner s Manual for additional options Special features of your oven control GEAppliances com 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
7. 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 15 Using the convection oven on some models CONVECTION COOK TITS Ye Lhe X SS ZAN Multi rack position Grid L PM ONOAAN SALLITA Broiler pan 16 Convection Fan Operation In a convection oven a fan circulates hot air over under and around the food This circulating hot air is evenly distributed throughout the oven cavity As a result foods are evenly cooked and browned often in less time with convection heat Convection Cook on some models The convection oven comes with one convection cook mode and can be used for Multi Rack Convection Baking or 1 Rack Convection Baking NOTE On some models the fan is designed to rotate in both directions with a pause in between This is normal The convection fan shuts off when the oven door is opened DO NOT leave the door open for long periods of time while using convection cooking or you may shorten the life of the convection heating element Multi Rack Convection Baking on some models Because hea
8. See the Using steam clean section CLEAR OFF Pad Touch to cancel ALL oven operations except the clock and timer START Pad Must be touched to start any cooking or cleaning function OVEN LIGHT TIMER TIMER ON OFF Cook TIME DELAY START TIME OF DAY CLOCK WARMING DRAWER On OFF CONTROL LOCKOUT HOLD 3 SEC OVEN LIGHT Pad Touch to turn the oven lights on or off TIMER ON OFF Pads Touch to set the kitchen timer See the Using the Kitchen Timer section COOK TIME TIME Pad Touch this pad and then touch the number 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 DELAY START Pad Touch this pad to set the oven to start automatically at a time you set CLOCK Pad NOTE When setting times you are setting hours and minutes only The lowest time you can set is one minute 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 See To set the clock section If your oven was set for a timed oven operation and a power outage occurred the clock and all programmed functions must be reset The time of day will flash in the display when there has been a power outage WARMING DRAWER pad The warming drawer will keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature Always start with hot food See the Usin
9. When the oven reaches the selected temperature the oven control will beep several times and the display will show the oven temperature NOTE You may hear the convection fan on some models while the oven is preheating The fan will stop after the oven is preheated and the display shows your set temperature This is normal To change the oven temperature during the BAKE cycle touch the BAKE pad and then the number pads to get the new temperature 4 Check food for doneness at the minimum time on the recipe Cook longer if necessary 5 Touch the CLEAR OFF pad when baking is finished and then remove the food from the oven Roasting Guide Meat Oven Temp Internal Temp Rib Roast 4 to 8 Ibs Rare 325 F 145 F Bone In and Boneless Medium 325 F 160 F Beef Tenderloin 4 to 6 Ibs Rare 425 F 145 F Beef Tenderloin 2 to 3 Ibs Rare 425 F 145 F Bone In Boneless 3 to 5 Ibs 325 F 160 F Bone In 5 to 9 Ibs Medium 325 F 165 F Boneless 4 to 7 lbs Medium 375 F 165 F Poultry Whole Chicken 5 to 7 Ibs 350 F 170 F Turkey Whole Unstuffed 10 to 16 Ibs 3257F 170 180 F Unstuffed 18 to 24 Ibs 325 F 170 180 F Turkey Breast 4 to 6 Ibs 325 F 170 F Stuffed birds generally require 30 45 minutes additional roasting time Shield legs and breast with foil to prevent overbrowning and drying of skin is Using the oven
10. and pans tend to transfer the heat into the foods too quickly Match the quantity of food to the size pan Fill the pan about 3 4 full for best results Too large a pot allows the steam to escape causing foods to dry out Always cover the pot with a lid or aluminum foil A wide range of recipes may be used in the slow cook feature For best results some adjustments may need to be made For smaller sized recipes begin checking at minimum time For large recipes or when doubling recipes foods may be cooked for longer periods of time When the slow cook feature completes the oven will automatically switch to warm mode If additional slow cook time is desired this warm mode may be used to obtain the extra time NOTE Plastic containers lids or plastic wrap will melt if placed in the oven Melted plastic may not be removable and is not covered under your warranty Using the warming drawer on some models GEAppliances com A WARNING FOOD POISON HAZARD Bacteria may grow in food at temperatures below 140 F e Always start with hot food Do not use warm settings to heat cold food e Do not warm food for more than 2 hours Failure to follow these instructions may result in foodborne illness 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 WARMING DRAWER ON OFF To Use the Warming Drawe
11. and use cookware with smooth bottoms the cookware and the surface of the cooktop Cookware has been slid across the cooktop surface Food spillovers not cleaned See the Cleaning the glass cooktop section before next use Hot surface on a model This is normal The surface may appear discolored with a light colored cooktop when it is hot This is temporary and will disappear as the glass cools Hot cooktop came into e See the Glass surface potential for permanent damage contact with plastic placed section in the Cleaning the glass cooktop section on the hot cooktop Hot sugar mixture spilled e Call a qualified technician for replacement on the cooktop Improper cookware e Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling being used Light bulb is loose Tighten or replace the bulb Plug on range is not completely e Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly inserted in the electrical outlet grounded outlet A fuse in your home may e Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Oven controls improperly set e See the Using the oven section Oven too hot e Allow the oven to cool to below locking temperature Problem Food does not bake or roast properly Food does not broil properly Oven temperature too hot or too cold Storage drawer is crooked Storage drawer won t close Oven door is crooked Possible Causes Oven controls improp
12. cause burns Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop areas facing the cooktop oven vent opening surfaces near the opening and crevices around the oven door Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury 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 damage to the range and shock or fire hazard Avoid scratching or impacting glass doors cooktops or control panels Doing so may lead to glass breakage Do not cook on a product with broken glass Shock fire or cuts may occur 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 A WARNING KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE RANGE Do not store or use flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop including paper plastic pot holders linens wall coverings curtains drapes and gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance These garments may ignite if they contact hot surfaces causing severe burns Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range Grease in the oven or on the cooktop may ignite Clean ventilating hoods frequently Grease sho
13. in low sided dishes or pans Preheat on LO 1 setting To Warm Serving Bowls and Plates Dishes will be hot Use pot holders or mitts when removing hot dishes To warm serving bowls and plates set the control on LO 1 should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil When warming pastries or breads the cover should be vented to allow moisture to escape Food should be kept hot in its cooking container or transferred to a heat safe serving dish NOTE 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 Food Type Control Setting Casserole MED 2 Chili HI 3 Pizza MED 2 Potatoes baked HI 3 Tortilla Chips LO 1 Waffles LO 1 Check crispness after 45 minutes Add time as needed Use only heat safe dishes If you want to heat fine china please check with the manufacturer of the dishes for their maximum heat tolerance You may warm empty serving dishes while preheating the drawer 21 Using the self cleaning oven Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom SELF CLEAN BJE 3 4 s LAE Lelle START 22 e Before a Self Clean Cycle A WARNING FIRE HAZARD Wipe grease and heavy soil from the oven bottom before self cleaning Failure to
14. it will not affect broiling or self cleaning temperatures The adjustment will be retained in memory after a power failure To Adjust the Thermostat BROIL BAKE Hi Lo 7 Touch the BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads at the same time until the display shows SF Z Touch the BAKE pad A number shows in 1 2 s 4 s the display 6 7 s 2 o Double Ovens To adjust the upper oven thermostat touch the upper oven BAKE pad To adjust the lower oven thermostat touch the lower oven BAKE pad Touch the BAKE pad again to alternate between increasing and decreasing the oven temperature 3 The oven temperature can be adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Touch the number pads the same way you read them For example to change the oven temperature 15 F touch 1 and 5 4 When you have made the adjustment touch the START pad to go back to the time of day display Use your oven as you would normally The type of margarine will affect baking performance Most recipes for baking have been developed using high fat products such as butter or margarine 80 fat If you decrease the fat the recipe may not give the same results as with a higher fat product Recipe failure can result if cakes pies pastries cookies or candies are made with low fat spreads The lower the fat content of a spread product the more noticeable these differences become
15. leave a residue that will permanently stain the cooktop if not removed immediately the ceramic cooktop For Best Results Place only dry pans on the surface elements Do not place lids on the surface elements particularly wet lids Wet pans Do not place wet pans on the glass cooktop Do not use woks that have support rings This type of wok will not heat on glass surface elements We recommend that you use only a flat bottomed wok They are available at your local retail store The bottom of the wok should have the same diameter as the surface element to ensure proper contact Do not use woks with support rings on the glass cooktop AZ Use flat bottomed woks on the glass cooktop Some special cooking procedures require specific cookware such as pressure cookers or deep fat fryers All cookware must have flat bottoms and be the correct size and lids may stick to the surface when cool Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron recommended if bottom of pan is coated Porcelain Enamel on Steel not recommended Heating empty pans can cause permanent damage to cooktop glass The enamel can melt and bond to the ceramic cooktop Glass ceramic not recommended Poor performance Will scratch the surface Stoneware not recommended Poor performance May scratch the surface Cast Iron not recommended unless designed specifically for glass cooktops Poor conductivity and slow to absorb heat Will scrat
16. oven DIE Ii vA 0 CONVECTION BAKE OR BAKE HE 5 o S 2 e START CLEAR Orr 18 A CAUTION To prevent burns do not unplug the probe from the oven outlet until the oven has cooled Use of probes other than the one provided with this product may result in damage to the probe or oven control Use the handles of the probe and plug when inserting and removing them from the food and outlet To avoid damaging your probe do not use tongs to pull on the cable when removing it To avoid breaking the probe make sure food is completely defrosted before inserting After preparing the meat and placing it on a trivet or a broiler pan grid follow these directions for proper probe placement Insert the probe completely into the meat It should not touch bone fat or gristle NOTE Failure to fully insert the probe into the meat may result in poor cooking performance because the probe will sense the oven air vs the food temperature Probe Handles Read and remove label Never leave your probe inside the oven during a self cleaning or broil cycle Do not store the probe in the oven For roasts with no bone insert the probe into the meatiest part of the roast For bone in ham or lamb insert the probe into the center of the lowest large muscle Insert the probe into the center of dishes su
17. pad again to change to the 24 hour military time clock The display will show 24 h If this is the choice you want touch the START pad Touch the CLOCK pad again to black out the clock display The display will show OFF If this is the choice you want touch the START pad NOTE If the clock is in the black out mode you will not be able to use the Delay Start function Auto Recipe Conversion on some models When using convection bake the Auto Recipe Conversion feature can automatically convert entered regular baking temperatures to convection baking temperatures The display will not show the converted temperature It will always show the temperature entered To activate or deactivate the feature Touch the upper oven BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time until the display shows SF 12 Hour Shutdown 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 f you wish to turn OFF this feature follow the steps below 7 Touch the upper oven BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads at the same time until the display shows SF Z Touch the CONVECTION COOK or CONVECTION BAKE pad until the display shows CON ON Conversion On or CON OFF Conversion Off as desired Touch the START pad Z Touch the DELAY START pad until no shdn no shut of
18. with cooking spray or other lubricant sprays 7 Remove the rack from the oven See Extension Rack in the Using the oven section Z Fully extend the rack on a table or countertop Newspaper may be placed underneath the rack for easy cleanup 3 f there is debris in the slide tracks wipe it away using a paper towel NOTE Any graphite lubricant wiped away must be replaced see steps 4 through 7 Shake the graphite lubricant before opening it Starting with the left slide mechanism of the rack place four 4 small drops of lubricant on the two 2 bottom tracks of the slide close to the bearing carriers Z Repeat for the right slide mechanism of the rack and become hard to slide It will be necessary to grease all oven rack side edges with a light coating of vegetable oil after cleaning them by hand or in the oven This will help maintain the ease of sliding the racks in and out of the oven If the rack becomes difficult to slide or if the paddle is difficult to actuate the rack may need to be lubricated using the Graphite Lubrication shipped with your oven To order additional Graphite Lubrication call our National Parts Center at 800 626 2002 and reference WB02T10303 6 Open and close the rack several times to distribute the lubricant Replace the cap on the lubricant and shake it again Turn the rack over and repeat steps 3 4 5 and 6 8 Close the rack turn rack
19. DD GEAC 800 833 4322 Extended Warranties GEAppliances com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty X 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 GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 800 626 2002 during normal business hours Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Contact Us GEAppliances com KoA If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write to General Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Register Your Appliance GEAppliances com Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed r
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21. IC g Slide In and Drop In Electr In Free Stand Ranges Espanol For a Spanish version of this manual visit our Website at GEAppliance com Para consultar una version en espa ol de este manual de instrucciones visite nuestro sitio de internet GEAppliance com In Canada www GEAppliances ca Printed in the United States GEAppliances com Safety Instructions 00 0005 2 5 Operating Instructions Kitchen MIME a ast ananveasienxnspnscariinn vemsparanianesied 11 OVE aeee E E E EE A EE TERR EE 10 27 Adjust Oven Thermostat cc cece cece eee 15 Baking or ROOSTING n al pntcagianstocenehintaans 13 Broiling Broiling Guide sie isdestsieteceeteetetess 14 o0 1e CPEE E E E nese ie 10 Convection Oven csc toasennes aacedumrinmenan ne bie 16 17 Preeto enerne a aa E nAn 13 Probe cormier ta n E E 18 Sabbath Feature ciatenscasea pacanrdordecaedar einen 27 Self Cleaning Es x20 hee costes i aa E 22 23 Slow Cook and Warming Features n a annann 20 Special Fecturess 2 cccaccsacacduredceceqesmesic 25 26 Steam COON in dcteeduscandvaatanatuniaddsanunasiaavans 24 Timed Baking and Roasting ccce eee 19 Warming Drawel 0 ccce cece eee eee eee e ees 21 S rfacE UNMIS syse cr aneanenhaaanenereaanaeonmnannetd 6 9 Bridge BUMET a n ates tae anne nidesuannlaiaciebid 7 COOK WOR i 9s aE EEE havea ERE EE AEE 9 Glas COOMIOD lt 2 cutis Suv attauldoesmeadenra
22. MA BRYTE Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner This helps 3 Use a dry cloth or paper towel protect the top and makes cleanup easier to remove all cleaning residue Zj Daily use of CERAMA BRYTE Ceramic No Nese HOMES Cooktop Cleaner will help keep the NOTE It is very important that you DO NOT cooktop looking new heat the cooktop until it has been cleaned thoroughly Use a CERAMA BRYTE Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops 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 34 Burned On Residue NOTE DAMAGE to your glass surface may occur if you use scrub pads other than those recommended Allow the cooktop to cool Z 2 Spread a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the entire burned residue area 3 Using the included CERAMA BRYTE Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops rub the residue area applying pressure as needed Heavy Burned On Residue Allow the cooktop to cool 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 ND 3 After scraping with the razor scraper spread a few drops of CERAMA BR
23. Press the number pads to set the desired length of cooking time between 1 minute and 9 hours and 59 minutes Press the START pad e AN S Press the CLOCK pad to display the current time of day This is to display the time of day instead of the countdown cook timer The oven will operate at the set temperature for the set amount of time and then it will shut off At the time the oven shuts off the beeper will beep 3 times Ss 27 Care and cleaning of the range Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range If your range is removed for cleaning servicing or any reason be A WARN N G sure the anti tip device is reengaged properly when the range is replaced Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and can result in death or serious burns to children or 28 Y a adults How to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape Carefully grasp a corner of the protective shipping film with your fingers and slowly peel it from the appliance surface Do not use any sharp items to remove the film Remove all of the film before using the appliance for the first time Control Knobs If desired the touch pads may be deactivated before cleaning using the Range Lockout or Control Lockout feature The knobs can be cleaned in a dishwasher or they may also be washed with soap and water Make sure the inside of the knobs are dry before replac
24. YTE Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the entire burned residue area Use the CERAMA BRYTE Cleaning Pad to remove any remaining residue 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 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 7 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 If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum or copper are allowed to boil dry the overlay may leave black discoloration on the cooktop Cooktop Seal To clean the cooktop seal around the edges of the glass lay a wet cloth on it for a few GEAppliances com This should be removed immediately before heating again or the discoloration may be permanent NOTE Carefully check the bottom of pans for roughness that would scratch the cooktop minutes then wipe clean with nonabrasive cleaners Glass surface potential for permanent damage Sugary spillovers such as jellies fudge candy syrups or melted p
25. ace will keep hot cooked food at serving temperature Always start with hot food Do not use to heat cold food Placing uncooked or cold food on the WARMING ZONE could result in foodborne illness Push and turn the control knob to any desired setting For best results all foods on the WARMING ZONE should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil When warming pastries or breads the cover should be vented to allow moisture to escape Use the lowest setting for breads and pastries Use a medium setting for vegetables sauces stews cream soups butter and chocolate Use the highest setting for soups liquid and hot beverages These initial suggested settings are for reference only The temperature type and amount of food type of pan and the time held will affect the quality of the food Always use pot holders or oven mitts when removing food from the WARMING ZONE since cookware and plates will be hot NOTE The surface warmer will not glow red like the cooking elements Using the surface units Never cook directly on the glass Always use cookware OFF CENTER Always place the pan in the center of the surface unit you are cooking on Home Canning Tips Be sure the canner is centered over the surface unit Make sure the canner is flat on the bottom To prevent burns from steam or heat use caution when canning Use recipes and procedures from reputable sources These are available from manufacturers
26. ake temperature or cleaning time A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped GEAppliances com What To Do Touch the BAKE pad and desired temperature or the SELF CLEAN pad and desired clean time Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker The clock is in the black out mode Power failure Oven control pads were not touched properly This is reminding you to enter a probe temperature after plugging in the probe Power outage or surge When using the ovens it is normal to see steam coming out of the oven vents As the number of racks or amount of food being cooked increases the amount of visible steam will increase This is normal in a new oven and will disappear in time An odor from the insulation around the inside of the oven is normal for the first few times the oven is used A convection fan may automatically turn on and off See the Special features of your oven control section Reset the clock The BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads must be touched at the same time and held for 3 seconds Enter a probe temperature Reset the clock If the oven was in use you must reset it by touching the CLEAR OFF pad setting the clock and resetting any cooking function This is normal To speed the process set a self clean cycle for a minimum of 3 hours See the Using the self cleaning oven section This is temporary This is normal The fan is designed to
27. an touch CLOCK to display the time of day To return to the clean countdown touch SELF CLEAN Standard Racks If they become hard to slide wipe their side edges and the oven rack supports with cooking oil 6 Touch the START pad The oven door locks automatically The display will show the start time It will not be possible to open the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperature and LOCKED DOOR goes off in the control display Extension Rack If it becomes difficult to slide see Extension Rack in the Care and cleaning section Do not spray extension rack with cooking spray or other lubricant sprays If it becomes hard to remove or replace wipe the oven rack supports with cooking oil Do not wipe cooking oil on the slides NOTE After the first self clean cycle the gray stainless steel surfaces will change color on enameled extension racks This is normal It is not recommended to self clean nickel extension racks as the whole rack will discolor because of the self clean temperatures 23 Using Steam Clean ion some models A CAUTION During the steam clean cycle the oven bottom becomes hot enough to cause burns Wait until the cycle is over 30 minutes before wiping the inside surfaces of the oven Failure to do so may result in burns The Steam Clean cycle makes it easier to clean light soiling off the standard clean porcelain oven interior The range should be at room tem
28. and engaged properly slide the range forward confirm the anti tip bracket is securely attached to the rear of the range and slide the range back so that the anti tip bracket slides just under the countertop or wood block attached to the rear wall 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 Anti Tip y p Bracket H Leveling Leg J Freestanding and Slide In Ranges Anti Tip Bracket Oven Drop In Ranges A WARNING MPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances The fiberglass insulation in self c lean 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 GEAppliances com A WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use this appliance for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the provided installation instructions D
29. ch as meat loaf or casseroles Insert the probe into the meatiest part of the inner thigh from below and parallel to the leg of a whole turkey NOTE Self clean and Broil settings will not work if the temperature probe is plugged in How to Set the Oven For Baking Roasting When Using the Probe on some models 7 Insert the probe fully into the food Z Plug the probe into the outlet in the oven Make sure it s pushed all the way in Close the oven door Make sure the probe cable is not touching the broil element 3 Touch the PROBE pad Display will show Set Probe Temp Touch the number pads to set the desired internal food or meat temperature The maximum internal temperature for the food that you can set is 200 F Touch the START pad Touch the BAKE or CONVECTION pad 7 Touch the number pads to set the desired oven temperature Touch the START pad p The display will flash if the probe is inserted into the outlet and you have not set a probe temperature and touched the START pad Touch the PROBE pad to recall the probe temperature or BAKE or CONVECTION pad to recall the oven temperture For the probe temperature after the internal temperature of the food reaches 100 F the changing temperature will be shown in the display 9 When the internal temperature of the food reaches the number you have set the probe and the oven turn off and t
30. ch the cooktop surface NOTE Follow all cookware manufacturer s recommendations when using any type of cookware on Using the oven controls Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model BROIL Hi Lo CONVECTION BAKE CONVECTION COOK CONVECTION ROAST WARM SLOW Cook PROBE SELF CLEAN STEAM O m gt 2 O m gt Pe Oo START e i BROIL HI LO Pad Touch this pad to select the broil function See the How to Set the Oven for Broiling section BAKE Pad Touch this pad to select the bake function See the How to Set the Oven for Baking section CONVECTION COOK or CONVECTION BAKE Pad Uses a fan to circulate air in the oven See the Using the convection oven section CONVECTION ROAST Pad Touch to roast large tender cuts of meat See the Using the convection oven section WARM Pad Touch to keep cooked foods warm See the How to Set the Oven for Warming section SLOW COOK Pad Touch for long hours of unattended cooking See the How to Set the Oven for Slow Cook section PROBE Pad Touch when using the probe to automatically cook to a desired internal food temperature See the Using the Probe section SELF CLEAN Pad Touch to self clean the oven See the Using the Self Cleaning Oven section STEAM CLEAN Pad Touch this pad for easier cleaning of light soiling off the oven cavity or door
31. do so may result in an oven fire We recommend venting your kitchen with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood during the first self clean cycle Remove any broiler pan broiler grid probe all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven NOTE If your oven is equipped with shiny silver colored oven racks we recommend you remove them before you begin the self clean cycle They may remain in the oven during the self clean cycle but they will darken lose their luster and become hard to slide If your oven is equipped with gray porcelain coated oven racks they may be left in the oven during the self clean cycle Soil on the front frame of the range and outside the gasket on the door will need to be cleaned by hand Clean these areas with hot water soap filled steel wool pads or cleansers such as Soft Scrub Rinse well with clean water and dry How to Set the Oven for Self Cleaning The oven doors must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly 7 Touch the SELF CLEAN pad Ifa time other than the default time is needed use the number pads and enter the desired clean time You can change the clean time to any time between 3 hours and 5 hours depending on how dirty your oven is 3 Touch the START pad The oven door locks automatically The display will show the clean time remaining It will not be possible to open the oven door until th
32. e coming completely out and will not tilt When placing and removing cookware pull the rack out until it stops On some models the bake heating element is under the oven floor Never place cooking utensils baking stones foil or any other items on the oven floor 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 Never place cooking utensils baking stones foil or any other items on the oven floor 3 Li FF Fully Open Posi Upper Front Rail ion Extension Rack When placing and removing cookware always pull the rack out by its upper front rail to its fully open position Do not extend the rack quickly Food may slide off the front of the rack To remove the rack 7 Make sure the rack is pushed all the way into the oven so that side paddles on the rack from disengaged with oven support Z Slide the rack toward you to the bump stop position on the rack support 3 Firmly grasp both sides of the rack frame and the sliding rack tilt the front end up and pull it out NOTE When handling the extension rack do not allow the sliding portion to fall open This can damage the slides A CAUTION BURN HAZARD Avoid touching the hot door surface when using the oven rack in the lowest p
33. e drawer and push back until it closes 2 3 Lift the front of the drawer and push back 4 Removable Warming Drawer Pan on some models 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 drawer heating element is cool NOTE Allow warming drawer to cool before removing pan NOTE Wipe spills promptly after each use Never place use or self clean the drawer pan in the upper oven Warming drawer has a removable pan for easy cleaning Clean with hot soapy water and a sponge or dish towel Dry with a clean cloth Replace the pan in the warming drawer 55 Cleaning the glass cooktop on some modes Clean your cooktop after each spill Use CERAMA BRYTE Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner Normal Daily Use Cleaning ONLY use CERAMA BRYTE Ceramic Cooktop Shake the cleaning cream well Apply a Cleaner on the glass cooktop Other creams few drops of CERAMA BRYTE Ceramic may not be as effective Cooktop Cleaner directly To maintain and protect the surface of your to the cooktop glass cooktop follow these steps 4 Use a paper towel or CERAMA BRYTE Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops to clean the entire cooktop surface 7 Before using the cooktop for the first time clean it with CERA
34. e temperature drops below the lock temperature and LOCKED DOOR goes off in the control display The word LOCKED DOOR will flash and the word door will display if you set the clean cycle and forget to close the oven door 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 Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place and the oven light is off IMPORTANT The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self cleaning cycle of any range Move birds to another well ventilated room Double Oven and Canadian Models Only The surface units are automatically disabled during the self clean cycle Make sure that all surface unit controls are turned off at all times during the self clean cycle Any surface unit that is set to an on position while the self clean cycle is operating will automatically come on after the self clean cycle is finished and could result in an on unattended surface unit Wait until the self clean cycle is finished to set and use the surface units To stop a clean cycle touch the CLEAR OFF pad When LOCKED DOOR goes off indicating the oven has cooled below the locking temperature you will be able to open the door Double Ovens You can set a clean cycle in both ovens at the same time however the
35. e warming drawer section e Remove liquid Uncovered foods e Cover food with lid or aluminum foil Temperature setting too high Moisture escaping e Reduce temperature setting e Cover food with lid or aluminum foil Drawer not fully closed This is normal Display flashes HOT e Push drawer in until latch engages e Remove any remaining water with a dry cloth or sponge e Allow the oven to cool to room temperature and reset the controls Oven controls improperly set Oven door is not closed e See the Using Steam Clean section e Make sure you close the door to start steam clean cycle Acce ssor j es GEAppliances com Looking For Something More Not all accessories are available for all models You can find these accessories and many more at GEAppliances com U S or www GEAppliances ca Canada or call 800 626 2002 U S or 800 661 1616 Canada during normal business hours Have your model number ready Grates Surface Burner Heads and Caps Surface Elements and Drip Pans Knobs eS Oven Racks Oven Elements Light Bulbs Extension Rack If your model included an extension rack you can increase the functionality of your range when you purchase additional extension racks Visit www geapplianceparts com or call 800 626 2002 and order part number WB48T10071 Please note extension racks do not fit all model ranges
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37. egree position The hinge locks will contact the oven frame Slide the door back onto the hinges Make sure the buttons pop back out Fully open the door Push the hinge locks down onto the hinge Close the oven door 51 Care and cleaning of the range Handles For double ovens use the rack with the two front handles in the upper oven LAHTE For double ovens use the rack ront ha without the two the lower oven ndles in 32 Oven Racks All oven racks may be cleaned by hand with an abrasive cleaner or steel wool After cleaning rinse the racks with clean water and dry with a clean cloth Gray porcelain coated oven racks may remain in the oven during the self cleaning cycle without being damaged The nickel plated oven racks may remain in the oven during the self cleaning cycle but they will lose their luster Extension Rack on some models Extension racks may be cleaned by hand with an abrasive cleaner or steel wool During cleaning be careful not to allow water or cleaner to enter the extension slides on the sides of the rack NOTE Do not clean in a dishwasher If the rack becomes hard to remove or replace lightly wipe the oven rack supports with cooking oil Do not wipe cooking oil on the Slides To lubricate the slides NOTE Do not spray extension rack
38. enetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock Contact a qualified technician immediately Avoid scratching the glass cooktop The cooktop can be scratched with items such as knives sharp instruments rings or other jewelry and rivets on clothing Do not place or store items that can melt or catch fire on the glass cooktop even when it is not being used If the cooktop is inadvertently turned on they may ignite Heat from the cooktop or oven vent after it is turned off may cause them to ignite also Use CERAMA BRYTE ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and CERAMA BRYTE Cleaning Pad to clean the cooktop Wait until the cooktop cools and the indicator light goes out before cleaning A wet sponge or cloth on a hot surface can cause steam burns Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface NOTE Sugar spills are an exception They should be scraped off while still hot using an oven mitt and a scraper See the Cleaning the glass cooktop section for detailed instructions Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the cleaning cream label AWARNING _ CO L COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS some models 4 Do not immerse or soak the removable surface units Do not put them in a dishwasher Do not self clean the surface units in an oven Doing so may cause them to fail presenting a burn or fire hazard To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric shock always be certain that the controls for all
39. erly set GEAppliances com What To Do 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 Oven controls improperly set See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself section Make sure you touch the BROIL HI LO pad Improper rack position being used See the Broiling Guide Cookware not suited for broiling For best results use a pan designed for broiling The probe is plugged into the outlet in the oven on some models Unplug and remove the probe from the oven In some areas the power voltage may be low Oven thermostat needs adjustment Rear drawer support is on top of the guide rail Power cord may be obstructing drawer in the lower back of the range Rear drawer support is on top of the guide rail The door is out of position Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes Broil for the longest period of time recommended in the Broiling Guide See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself section Reposition the drawer See the Storage Drawer Removal instructions in the Care and cleaning of the range section Check to make sure drawer is properly seated if removed Reposition the drawer and power cord See the Storage Drawer Removal instructio
40. et the best results if you use a flat cookie sheet instead of a pan with low sides How to Set the Oven for Convection Baking or Roasting Touch the CONVECTION BAKE pad on some models once for 1 rack convection baking See the 1 Rack Convection Baking section Touch the CONVECTION BAKE pad on some models twice for multi rack convection baking See the Multi Rack Convection Baking section Touch the CONVECTION COOK pad for convection cooking on some models See the Convection Cook section for more information Touch the CONVECTION ROAST pad for convection roasting on some models 2 Touch the number pads to set the oven temperature 3 Touch the START pad NOTE If the Auto Recipe Conversion Feature is on it will automatically reduce the set regular baking temperature by approximately 25 F to the appropriate convection temperature in convection bake mode See Auto Recipe Conversion in the Special Features section Cookware for Convection Cooking Before using your convection oven check to see if your cookware leaves room for air circulation in the oven If you are baking with several pans leave space between them Also be sure the pans do not touch each other or the walls of the oven Paper and Plastic Heat resistant paper and plastic containers that are recommended for use in regular baking can also be used for convection baking but should not be used at temperatures higher than t
41. f appears in the display 3 Touch the START pad to activate the no shut off and leave the control set in this special features mode Using the Sabbath feature upper and lower ovens Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays on some models GEAppliances com The Sabbath feature can be used for baking roasting only It cannot be used for convection 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 BROIL BAKE Hi Lo DELAY START LILIGI ei START When the display shows gt the oven is set in Sabbath When the display shows Dc the oven is baking roasting 8 IE 0 CLEAR BROIL EA DELAY START O 7 gt vn BROIL BAKE Hi Lo BROIL Hi Lo START BAKE F 1 2 5 LE Le jl JLo START Cook TIME START CLOCK 5 How to Set for Regular Baking Roasting Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day and the oven is off 7 Touch and hold both the upper oven BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads at the same time until the display shows SF NOTE If bake o
42. g the warming drawer section CONTROL LOCKOUT or RANGE LOCKOUT The control pads can be locked so they cannot be activated when touched Control Lockout Some models have Range Lockout which will also turn off the surface units See the How to Lock Out the Controls section Using the clock kitchen timer and control lockout CLOCK TIMER TIMER ON OFF The Kitchen Timer is in hours and minutes The Kitchen Timer does not control oven operations The maximum setting on the Kitchen Timer is 9 hours and 59 minutes TIMER TIMER ON OFF CONTROL RANGE LOCKOUT LOCKOUT HOLD 3 SEC HOLD 3 SEC RANGE LOCKOUT HOLD 3 SEC To Set the Clock The clock must be set to the correct time of day for the Delay Start functions to work properly The time of day cannot be changed during a delayed cooking or a delayed self cleaning cycle 7 Touch the CLOCK pad Z Touch the number pads until the correct time of day is shown in the display If the number 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 enter the time of day To Set the Kitchen Timer 7 Touch the TIMER ON pad Touch the number pads until the amount of time you want shows in the display For example to set 2 hours and 45 minutes touch 2 4 and 5 in that order If you make a mistake touch the TIMER OFF pad and begin again 3
43. gth of time At the end of the cooking time the oven will turn off automatically 7 Touch the BAKE or CONVECTION BAKE pad or other desired cooking function 2 Touch the number pads to set the desired oven temperature 3 Touch the START pad Z Touch the COOK TIME pad NOTE If your recipe requires preheating you may need to add additional time to the length of the cooking time Touch the number pads to set the desired length of cooking time The minimum cooking time you can set is 1 minute The oven temperature that you set and the cooking time that you entered will be in the display 6 Touch the START pad The oven will turn ON and the display will show the cooking time countdown and the changing temperature starting at 100 F The temperature display will start to change once the oven temperature reaches 100 F When the oven reaches the temperature you set 3 beeps will sound The oven will continue to cook for the set amount of time then turn off automatically 7 Touch the CLEAR OFF pad to clear the display if necessary Remove the food from the oven Remember even though the oven turns off automatically food left in the oven will continue cooking after the oven turns 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 automatical
44. he BROIL pad again The display shows BEEP This cancels the one beep every 6 seconds 3 Touch the START pad Tone Volume This feature allows you to adjust the tone volumes to a more acceptable volume There BROIL EA j CooK are three possible volume levels Tm 7 Touch the upper oven BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads at the same time until the display shows SF 2 Touch the COOK TIME pad The display will show STD BEEP This is the middle volume level show C Celsius Touch the START pad Touch the COOK TIME pad again This changes the volume level each time the pad is touched and a tone will sound to provide an indication of the volume level Choose the desired sound level LO BEEP STD BEEP HI BEEP or OFF Touch the START pad to activate the level shown 25 Special features of your oven control BROIL BAKE CLOCK START BROIL t CONVECTION COOK START BROIL Ea DELAY START START 26 12 Hour 24 Hour or Clock Blackout Your control is set to use a 12 hour clock f you would prefer to have a 24 hour military time clock or black out the clock display follow the steps below 7 Touch the upper oven BROIL HI LO and _ BAKE pads at the same time until the display shows SF Touch the CLOCK pad once The display will show 12 h If this is the choice you want touch the START pad Touch the CLOCK
45. he display if necessary Remove the food from the oven Remember even though the oven turns off automatically food left in the oven will continue cooking after the oven turns off 19 Using the slow cook and warming features A WARNING SLOW Cook LILIGI oaoa START e Do not warm food for more than 2 hours FOOD POISON HAZARD Bacteria may grow in food at temperatures below 140 F e Always start with hot food Do not use warm settings to heat cold food Failure to follow these instructions may result in foodborne illness How to Set the Oven For Slow Cook Slow Cook is designed for long hours of unattended cooking 7 Touch the SLOW COOK pad 2 Display will show Poultry To change to Meats Cook Guide below for proper setting Use Meats if you are unsure which setting to use G Slow Cook Guide Rack Food Time Food Quantity Position Setting Hours Comments Beef Chuck Roast 3 3 Ibs Meats HI 5 6 hrs Add 1 2 cup liquid LO 8 10 hrs Beef Ribs 3 4 lbs C Meats HI 3 4 hrs Place ribs in a single layer LO 6 8 hrs Poultry Whole Chicken 4 Ibs C Poultry HI 4 5 hrs Add 1 2 cup liquid LO 7 9 hrs Chicken Pieces 8 pieces C Poultry HI 3 4 hrs Best submerged under a sauce approx 3 Ibs LO 5 6 hrs to prevent surface drying Pork Boneless Blade 3 4 Ibs a Meats HI 5 6 hrs Add 1 2 1 cup liquid Roast LO 8 10 hrs Country Style 3 4 lbs Mea
46. he temperature recommended by the cookware manufacturer Plastic cookware that is heat resistant to temperatures of 400 F can also be used To change the oven temperature touch the CONVECTION COOK CONVECTION BAKE or CONVECTION ROAST pad and then the number pads to set the new temperature When the oven starts to heat the changing temperature starting at 100 F will be displayed When oven reaches the temperature you set 3 beeps will sound Touch CLEAR OFF pad when finished You will hear a fan while cooking with convection The fan will stop when the door is opened but the heat will not turn off You may hear the oven clicking during baking This is normal Metal and Glass Any type of cookware will work in your convection oven however metal pans heat the fastest and are recommended for convection baking Darkened or matte finished pans will bake faster than shiny pans Glass or ceramic pans cook more slowly For recipes like oven baked chicken use a pan with low sides Hot air cannot circulate well around food in a pan with high sides Ly Using the probe on some models For many foods especially roasts and poultry internal food temperature is the best test for doneness The temperature probe takes the guesswork out of roasting by cooking foods to the exact doneness you want The temperature probe has a skewer like probe at one end and a plug at the other end that goes into the outlet in the
47. he oven control signals To stop the signal touch the CLEAR OFF pad Use hot pads to remove the probe from the food Do not use tongs to pull on it they might damage it If the probe is removed from the oven while probe cooking the oven will not automatically turn off To change the oven temperature during the Bake Roast cycle touch the BAKE or CONVECTION pad and then the number pads to set the new temperature You can use the Kitchen Timer even though you cannot use timed oven operations while using the probe Using the timed baking and roasting features on some models GeApphan escom 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 BAKE OR BAKE LIL s e N Ly START COOK a m m gt L Ls START CLEAR O g DELAY START i ei og oe oe START CONVECTION OR BAKE 1 AAGA AAE START COOK TIME 5 5 o a fe How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop The oven will turn on immediately and cook for a selected len
48. hese surfaces may be hot enough to cause burns 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 that escapes can cause burns to hands face and or eyes Do not use aluminum foil to line the lower drawer The foil will trap heat below and upset the performance of the oven Foil can melt and permanently damage the drawer bottom Damage from improper use of aluminum foil is not covered by the product warranty Using the surface units A FIRE HAZARD Never leave the range unattended with the cooktop on medium or high WARNING settings Keep flammable items away from the cooktop Turn off all controls when done cooking Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire serious injury or death Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model How to Set OFF ons i Off Push the knob in and turn in either direction to Melt Hi the setting you want T Lo A surface ON indicator light will glow when any surface unit is on 1 8 For glass cooktop surfaces 2 7 A HOT COOKTOP indicator light will 3 6 4 5 come on when the unit is hot to the touch Rear At both OFF and HI the control clicks into position You may hear slight clicking sounds during cooking indicating the control is maintaining your desired setting Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF when you finish stay on even after the unit is turned
49. il the tabs of the glass cover clear the grooves of the socket Wearing latex gloves may offer a better grip Remove the bulb by turning it counter clockwise To replace Replace bulb with a new 40 watt appliance bulb Insert the bulb and turn it clockwise until it is tight 2 Place the tabs of the glass cover into the grooves of the socket Turn the glass cover clockwise 1 4 turn For improved lighting inside the oven clean the glass cover frequently using a wet cloth This should be done when the oven is completely cool 3 Reconnect electrical power to the oven 29 Care and cleaning of the range The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to allow for proper air circulation Do not rub or clean the door gasket it has an extremely low resistance to abrasion If you notice the gasket becoming worn frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should have it replaced Cleaning the Oven Door To clean the inside of the door Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned during the self clean cycle you do not need to clean this by hand The area outside the gasket and the door liner can be cleaned with a soap filled or plastic scouring pad hot water and detergent Rinse well with a vinegar and water solution To clean the outside of the door Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door
50. ing Control Panel If desired the touch pads may be deactivated befo cleaning See How to Lock Out the Controls in the Using the clock kitchen timer and control lockout section in thi manual e S Painted Surfaces Painted surfaces include the sides of the range and the door top of control panel and the drawer front Clean these with soap and water or a vinegar and water solution Stainless Steel Surfaces on some models Do not use a steel wool pad it will scratch the surface 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 ensure no damage is done to the finish of the product the safest way to remove the adhesive from packaging tape on new appliances is an application of a household liquid dishwashing detergent Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak NOTE The adhesive must be removed from all parts lt cannot be removed if it is baked on Replace the knobs in the OFF position to ensure proper placement Clean up splatters with a damp cloth You may also use a glass cleaner Remove heavier soil with warm soapy water Do not use abrasives of any kind Reactivate the touch pads after cleaning Do not use commercial oven cleaners cleaning powders steel wool or harsh abrasives on any painted surface To in
51. ips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service Problem Surface units will not maintain a rolling boil or cooking is not fast enough Surface units do not work properly Surface unit stops glowing when turned to a lower setting Scratches may appear as cracks on cooktop glass surface Areas of discoloration on the cooktop Plastic melted to the surface Pitting or indentation of the cooktop Frequent cycling off and on of surface units Oven light does not work Oven will not work 36 Possible Causes What To Do Improper cookware e Use pans which are flat and match the diameter of being used the surface unit selected In some areas the power e Cover pan with a lid until desired heat is obtained voltage may be low A fuse in your home may be e Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker blown or the circuit breaker tripped Cooktop controls e Check to see the correct control is set for the surface improperly set unit you are using This is normal The unit is still on and hot Incorrect cleaning e Scratches are not removable Tiny scratches will become methods being used less visible in time as a result of cleaning Cookware with rough bottoms To avoid scratches use the recommended cleaning being used or coarse particles procedures Make sure bottoms of cookware are clean salt or sand were between before use
52. lastics can cause pitting of the surface of your cooktop not covered by the warranty unless the spill is removed while still hot Special care should be taken when removing hot substances Be sure to use a new sharp razor scraper Do not use a dull or nicked blade a ERAMA He Damage from Sugary Spills and Melted Plastic 7 Turn off all surface units Remove hot pans 2 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 b Remove the spill with paper towels To Order Parts 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 enera ensia WB64X5027 Kit includes cream and cooktop scraper 3 Any remaining spillover should be left until the surface of the cooktop has cooled 4 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 CERAMA BRYTE Cleaning Pads for Ceramic Cooktops WX10X350 35 Before You Call For Service O Troubleshooting T
53. ly Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day 7 Touch the DELAY START pad 2 Touch the number pads to set the time of day you want the oven to turn on and start cooking Touch the START pad Touch the BAKE or CONVECTION BAKE pad or other desired cooking function Touch the number pads to set the desired oven temperature Touch the START pad DN WG A G 7 Touch the COOK TIME pad NOTE If your recipe requires preheating you may need to add additional time to the length of the cooking time Touch the number pads to set the desired length of cooking time The minimum cooking time you can set is 1 minute The oven temperature that you set and the cooking time that you entered will be in the display 9 Touch the START pad NOTE If you would like to check the times you have set touch the DELAY START pad to check the start time you have set or touch the COOK TIME pad to check the length of cooking time you have set When the oven turns ON at the time of day you set the display will show the cooking time countdown and the changing temperature starting at 100 F The temperature display will start to change once the oven temperature reaches 100 F When the oven reaches the temperature you set beeps will sound The oven will continue to cook for the set amount of time then turn off automatically Touch the CLEAR OFF pad to clear t
54. n on the oven Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes cookies pastries and breads If baking four cake layers at the same time place two layers on rack C and two layers on rack E Stagger pans on the rack so one is not directly above the other GEAppliances com Foil may be used to catch spills by placing a sheet on a lower rack several inches below the food Do not use more foil than necessary and never entirely cover an oven rack with aluminum foil Keep foil at least 1 1 2 from oven walls to prevent poor heat circulation Baking results will be better if food is centered in the oven as much as possible Angel food cake is the exception and should be placed on the bottom oven rack position A Follow package directions on prepackaged and frozen foods for pan placement 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 Leave approximately 1 between pans and from the front back and sides of oven wall How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting 7 Touch the BAKE pad 2 Touch the number pads until the desired temperature is displayed 3 Touch the START pad The oven will start automatically The display will show the changing temperature starting at 100 F The temperature display will start to change once the oven temperature reaches 100 F
55. ns in the Care and cleaning of the range section Reposition the drawer See the Storage Drawer Removal instructions in the Care and cleaning of the range section Because the oven door is removable it sometimes gets out of position during installation To straighten the door push down on the high corner of Before You Call For Service O Troubleshooting Tips Problem Clock and timer do not work Oven will not self clean Crackling or popping sound Excessive smoking during a clean cycle Oven door will not open after a clean cycle Oven not clean after a clean cycle LOCKED flashes in the display LOCKED is on when you want to cook F and a number or letter flash in the display 38 What To Do Plug on range is not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly inserted in the electrical outlet grounded outlet Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped e Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Oven controls improperly set See the Using the kitchen timer section The oven temperature is too high to set a self clean operation e Allow the range to cool and reset the controls Oven controls improperly set e See the Using the self cleaning oven section The probe is plugged into the outlet in the oven on some models e Remove the probe from the oven This is the
56. ntrols on some models Control Lockout will allow you to lock out the touch pads so they cannot be activated when touched Some models have Range Lockout which will also disable the surface units Make sure all surface unit controls are turned off when using Range Lockout Any surface unit that is set to an on position while the Range Lockout is enabled will automatically come on after the Range Lockout is disabled To lock unlock the controls 7 Touch and hold the Control Lockout or Range Lockout pad for 3 seconds For some models you have to touch and hold the 9 and 0 pads at the same time for 3 seconds A light will turn on indicating the controls are locked out Z To unlock the control Touch and hold the Control Lockout or Range Lockout pad for 3 seconds For some models you have to touch and hold the 9 and 0 pads at the same time for 3 seconds The light will turn off indicating the controls are unlocked When this feature is on the touch pads will not respond except for the Clear Off pad The adjustment will be retained in memory after a power failure 11 Using the oven To avoid possible burns place the racks in the desired position before you turn on the oven S gt The number of rack positions may vary by model D Before you begin The racks have stops so that when placed correctly on the supports they will stop befor
57. o not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be transferred to a qualified technician Before performing any service unplug the range or disconnect the power supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker 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 climb sit or stand on any part of the appliance CAUTION gt Do not store items of interest to children above a range or on the backguard of a range children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders touch hot surface units or heating elements Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of pot holders Never use your appliance for warming or heating the room 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 Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to
58. of day They remain in the control s memory until the steps are repeated To enter a special feature for either oven you must first touch the upper oven BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads at the same time The lower oven BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads will not activate special features When the display shows your choice touch the START pad The special features will remain in memory after a power failure except for the Sabbath feature which will have to be reset Touch the COOK TIME and BROIL HI LO pads again at the same time The display will BROIL Fahrenheit or Celsius Temperature Selection lt Hi Lo Your oven control is set to use the Fahrenheit temperature selections but you may change this COOK BROIL to use the Celsius selections Time m o START BROIL BROIL Hi Lo 7 Touch the upper oven BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads at the same time until the display shows SF Z Touch the COOK TIME and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time The display will show F Fahrenheit Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle At the end of a timed cycle 3 short beeps will sound followed by one beep every 6 seconds until the CLEAR OFF pad is touched This continual 6 second beep may be cancelled To cancel the 6 second beep 7 Touch the upper oven BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads at the same time until the display shows SF 2 Touch the BROIL pad The display shows CON BEEP continuous beep Touch t
59. off Melt setting on some models will melt chocolate or butter Simmer setting on some models will simmer sauces stay on until the unit is cooled to approximately 150 F cooking SMALL LARGE Dual and Triple Surface Units Off BURNER BURNER F and Control Knobs on some models Hi Lo HI o HI E 8 F The surface unit has 2 or 3 cooking sizes to select from so you can match the size 6 of the unit to the size of the cookware you are 4 6 using Lo Hi 2 4 Lo 2 Hi Lo Models with a Dual Ring surface element only Models with a Tri Ring surface element only GEAppliances com Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Models with a bridge burner only Using the Bridge Burner on some models OO FRONT BRIDGE BURNER BURNER Q I0 Warming Zone Lo OFF HI To use the bridge burner turn the left front control knob to the BRIDGE BURNER settings For full bridge surface unit operation also turn on the left rear surface unit To use only the front surface unit turn the control knob to the FRONT BURNER settings Using the Warming Zone A WARNING FOOD POISON HAZARD Bacteria may grow in food at temperatures below 140 F Always start with hot food Do not use warm setting to heat cold food Do not use warm setting for more than 2 hours Failure to follow these instructions may result in foodborne illness The WARMING ZONE located in the back center of the glass surf
60. on the cooktop The cleaning cream will remove this film Don t store heavy items above the cooktop If they drop onto the cooktop they can cause damage Do not use the surface as a cutting board Temperature Limiter on Radiant Glass Cooktops Every radiant surface unit has a temperature limiter The temperature limiter protects the glass cooktop from getting too hot The temperature limiter may cycle the surface units off for a time if the pan boils dry the pan bottom is not flat the pan is off center there is no pan on the unit Selecting types of cookware for radiant glass cooktop models GEAppliances com The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops Stainless Steel recommended Aluminum heavy weight recommended Good conductivity Aluminum residues sometimes appear as scratches on the cooktop but can be removed if cleaned immediately Because of its low melting point thin weight aluminum should not be used Check pans for flat bottoms by using a straight edge X KB Pans with rounded curved ridged or warped bottoms are not recommended Copper Bottom recommended Copper may leave residues which can appear as scratches The residues can be removed as long as the cooktop is cleaned immediately However do not let these pots boil dry Overheated metal can bond to glass cooktops An overheated copper bottom pot will
61. operate intermittently to maximize cooking evenness The convection fan will operate during preheat of the bake cycle The fan will turn off after the oven is heated to the set temperature This is normal A cooling fan may automatically turn on and off This is normal on some models The cooling fan will turn off and on to cool internal parts It may run after the oven is turned off 39 Before You Call For Service Q Troubleshooting Tips Problem Oven racks are difficult to slide Drawer does not slide smoothly or drags Warming drawer will not work Excessive condensation in the drawer Food dries out in the warming drawer Water remaining on oven floor after Steam Clean cycle Oven will not steam clean 40 Possible Causes The shiny silver colored racks were cleaned ina self clean cycle The drawer is out of alignment What To Do e Apply a small amount of vegetable oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the oven racks with the paper towel Do not spray with Pam or other lubricant sprays e Fully extend the drawer and push it all the way in See the Care and cleaning of the range section Drawer is over loaded or load is unbalanced A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped e Reduce weight Redistribute drawer contents Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Controls improperly set Liquid in drawer e See the Using th
62. osition Always use 2 hands and 2 mitten pot holders to move the rack Pull the rack out a few inches and then carefully grasp the sides of the rack to pull it out the rest of the way To replace the rack 7 Firmly grasp both sides of the rack frame and the sliding rack Z Place the curved end of the rack stop locks onto the oven supports tilt up the front of the rack and push it in as far as it will go A CAUTION Never use the rack when its frame is not fully inserted in the oven and locked into position When the rack is properly installed and locked into position the locking side paddles on the rack frame will click lock into place on the oven supports If the side paddles did not click lock into position repeat the steps above and make sure the side paddles have been correctly cleaned and lubricated See Extension Rack in the Care and cleaning section Rack position for baking 4 layer NAUAN Aluminum Foil Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottoms The foil will trap heat below and upset the performance of the oven Foil can melt and permanently damage the oven bottom Damage from improper use of aluminum foil is not covered by the product warranty Preheating and Pan Placement To avoid possible burns place the racks in the desired position before you tur
63. ost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 43 Consumer Support GE Appliances Website GEAppliances com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts or even schedule service on line Schedule Service GEAppliances com 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 GEAppliances com 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 T
64. perature before beginning the Steam Clean cycle If the oven is too hot hot will appear on the display and the cycle will not activate until the oven cools down The Steam Clean cycle performs best on new spills or soils Burned on food is more difficult to remove To Begin Steam Clean Cycle Pour 8 ounces of water onto the oven floor STEAM CLEAN 7 Remove racks and accessories from the 3 Remove soils using a scrub brush or nylon oven cavity Do not place cookware or scouring pad A soap filled steel wool pad other items in the oven during the Steam may be used only on the porcelain oven Clean cycle interior The use of abrasive pads will scratch the door glass Do not wipe soil or Z Pour 1 cup 8 oz room temperature water water onto the door gasket onto the recessed area of the oven bottom Do not add cleaning solutions or chemicals g Remove any remaining water with a dry of any kind to the water Only add water cloth or sponge when using the Steam Clean cycle Do not add water when using the Self Clean cycle 7 Leave the door open te air dry 3 Close the door IMPORTANT NOTES 24 l Press the Steam Clean pad then press Start 5 The oven door locks automatically A 30 minute cycle will begin to count down on the display It will not be possible to open the oven door until the cycle ends or you press the
65. quire 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 GEAppliances com 1 800 626 2002 Porcelain Enamel Cooktop on some models The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but breakable if misused This finish is acid resistant However any acidic foods spilled such as fruit juices tomato or vinegar should not be permitted to remain on the finish If acids spill on the cooktop while it is hot use a dry paper towel or cloth to wipe it up right away When the surface has cooled wash with soap and water Rinse well For other spills such as fat spatterings wash with soap and water or cleansing powders after the surface has cooled Rinse well Polish with a dry cloth A WARNING A CAUTION Receptacle Socket hy z G6 35 Bulb f Glass cover on some models Receptacle Socket i I i gt G9 Bulb q Glass cover on some models ATTN at GEAppliances com SHOCK OR BURN HAZARD Before replacing oven light bulb disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel Failure to do so may result in electric shock or burn BURN HAZARD The glass cover and bulb should be removed when cool Touching hot glass with bare hands or a damp cloth can cause burns Oven Light Replacement on some models To remove 7
66. r Touch the WARMING DRAWER pad SET WARMING DRAWER and 1 are lit on the display and Set begins to blink On the number pads touch 1 for Low 2 for Medium or 3 for High The display 1 changes corresponding to the number pad selected Press START To cancel touch the WARMING DRAWER pad NOTE Touching the CLEAR OFF pad does not turn off the warming drawer When Using the Warming Drawer The warming drawer will keep hot cooked foods warm Always start with hot food Do not use to heat cold food other than crisping crackers chips or dry cereal 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 Allow approximately 25 minutes for the warming drawer to preheat Do not put liquid or water in the warming drawer All foods placed in the warming drawer Temperature Selection Chart To keep several different foods hot set the control to the food needing the highest setting The temperature type and amount of food and the time held will affect the quality of the food Repeated opening of the drawer allows the hot air to escape and the food to cool With large loads it may be necessary to use a higher warming drawer setting and cover some of the cooked food items Do not use plastic containers or plastic wrap To Crisp Stale Items Place food
67. r broil appears in the display the BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads were not touched at the same time Touch the CLEAR OFF pad and begin again 2 Tap the DELAY START pad until SAb bAtH appears in the display 3 Touch the START pad and gt will appear in the display The oven is now in Sabbath mode 4 Touch the BAKE pad No signal will be given How to Exit the Sabbath Feature 7 Touch the CLEAR OFF pad 2 If the oven is cooking wait for a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute until only gt is in the display 3 Touch and hold both the BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads at the same time until the display shows SF 4 Tap the DELAY START pad until 12 shdn or no shdn appears in the display How to Set for Timed Baking NOTE This procedure must take place BEFORE the Sabbath begins to be able to use the Timed Bake feature during the Sabbath the unit should NOT be put into Sabbath mode during a Time Bake Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day and the oven is off Touch and hold both the upper oven BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads at the same time until the display shows SF NOTE If bake or broil appears in the display the BROIL HI LO and BAKE pads were not touched at the same time Touch the CLEAR OFF pad and begin again Z Press the BROIL HI LO pad to change the beeper setting to bEEP the default setting is Continuous Beep which sho
68. rchase First Name Last Name Address City State Zip Code Phone E Mail Check Money Order Call 800 626 2002 in the U S or 800 661 6161 in Canada for current pricing All credit card orders must be called in 41 Notes 42 GE Electric Range Warranty GEAppliances com All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here Ga or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule Proof of the original purchase service visit us on line at GEAppliances com or call 800 date is needed to obtain service GE CARES 800 432 2737 Please have serial number under the warranty and model number available when calling for service For The Period Of GE Will Provide One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the date of the During this limited one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home original purchase service to replace the defective part For Profile Models For Profile Models Five Years A replacement glass cooktop if it should crack due to thermal shock discolor or if the pattern From the date of the wears off original purchase A replacement radiant surface element if it should burn out During this limited additonal four year warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use Damage to the prod
69. right side up and place in the oven See Extension Rack in the Using the oven section To lubricate the paddle Shake lubricant and apply to the moving parts of the paddle mechanisms as shown A S CEON Z Wipe up heavy soil on the oven Oven Heating Elements Do not clean the bake element or the broil element Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated Oven Vent on Radiant Glass Cooktops All models have an oven vent located behind the right rear surface unit On double ovens there is an additional oven vent for the upper oven behind the left rear surface unit This area could become hot during oven use GEAppliances com To clean the oven floor gently lift the bake element On some models the bake element is not exposed and is under the oven floor Clean with warm soapy water It is normal for steam to come out of the vent and moisture may collect underneath it when the oven is in use The vent is important for proper air circulation Never block this vent Storage Drawer Removal on some models To remove the drawer J Pull the drawer out until it stops 2 Lift the front of the drawer until the stops clear the guides 3 Remove the drawer To replace the drawer J Place the drawer rails on the guides Push the drawer back until it stops until the stops clear the guides Lower the front of th
70. smeteaoasuns 8 Warming ZONE nannu anena eee eect ee een e eee e es 7 Care and Cleaning Aluminum sah casera tiuctdodin nation tesa taaiehanda te 3 4 5 13 COMMOLE NODS o aaae oi aE EE E E 28 COMMOL PANEL seser soranta siare ae iSe 28 Glass COOKTOP setesi inest 34 35 Lift Off Oven DOOF x 0ceenvs denned aeaveadeawakecne 30 31 ETa lD EEE E E 29 Oven FIOOF xcacs2cpacaakonudadnccareaseperqunthaganet ee 33 Oven Heating Elements 0 00 0 cece eee e eee ee ee 33 RACKS sonas ventana OAAR KEO E EE ee AAS EE any 31 Removable Warming Drawer PaNn 06e cece es 33 Storage DrQWwer 2 cece eee cece sence eect serssess 35 pcg eel eee eee ee ere nC TY ee er ee meen ey 28 VON bidsicacisees dinesswhue deed ikiia EE EA AAR 33 Troubleshooting Tips 36 40 Accessories l 41 Consumer Support Consumer SUpport 000 cece eee eee Back Cover WOMOMY iis des ciweasehds cod adil seedade ded oleedaws 43 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on a label behind the drawer or behind the lower oven door on the front of the range frame Owner s Manual Quick Set V Quick Set VI LAY Printed on Recycled Paper 49 80633 1 06 11 GE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING Read all safety instructions before using the product Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire electric shock serious injur
71. sound of the e This is normal metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions Excessive soil e Touch the CLEAR OFF pad Open the windows to rid the room of smoke Wait until LOCKED DOOR 6 goes off After the oven cools wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle Oven too hot e Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature Oven controls not properly set See the Using the self cleaning oven or Using steam clean section Oven was heavily soiled e Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean cycle Heavily soiled ovens may need to be cleaned again The self clean cycle has been e Close the oven door selected but the door is not closed The oven door is locked because the temperature inside the oven has not dropped below the locking temperature e Touch the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool You have a function error code Disconnect all power to the range for at least 30 seconds and then reconnect power If the function error code repeats call for service Problem Control signals after entering cooking time or start time Display goes blank Display flashes Unable to get the display to show SF Probe appears in the display on some models Power outage clock flashes Steam from the vent Burning or oily odor emitting from the vent Strong odor Fan noise on some models Possible Causes You forgot to enter a b
72. such as Ball and Kerr and the Department of Agriculture Extension Service Flat bottomed canners are recommended Use of water bath canners with rippled bottoms may extend the time required to bring the water to a boil For Models With a Radiant Glass Cooktop The radiant cooktop features heating units beneath a smooth glass surface NOTE A slight odor is normal when a new cooktop is used for the first time It is caused by the heating of new parts and insulating materials and will disappear in a short time NOTE On models with light colored glass cooktops it is normal for the cooking zones to change color when hot or cooling down This is temporary and will disappear as the glass cools to room temperature The surface unit will cycle on and off to maintain your selected control setting It is safe to place hot cookware on the glass surface even when the cooktop is cool Even after the surface units are turned off the glass cooktop retains enough heat to continue cooking To avoid overcooking remove pans from the surface units when the food is cooked Avoid placing anything on the surface unit until it has cooled completely DRAGGING Do not slide cookware across the cooktop because it can scratch the glass the glass is scratch resistant not scratchproof Water stains mineral deposits are removable using the cleaning cream or full strength white vinegar Use of window cleaner may leave an iridescent film
73. surface units are at the OFF position and all coils are cool before attempting to lift or remove a coil surface unit Be sure the drip pans are not covered and are in place Their absence during cooking could damage range parts and wiring Do not use aluminum foil to line drip pans Foil can trap heat or melt resulting in damage to the product and a shock or fire hazard GEAppliances com A WARNING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 Keep the oven vent unobstructed Keep the oven free from grease buildup Grease in the oven may ignite Place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool If rack must be moved while oven is hot do not let pot holder contact hot heating element in oven When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturer s directions Pull the oven rack to the stop lock position when loading and unloading food from the oven This helps prevent burns from touching hot surfaces of the door and oven walls Do not leave items such as paper cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use Items stored in an oven can ignite Do not use aluminum foil to line the oven bottom Foil may trap or reflect heat leading to a shock or fire hazard AWARNING ce F CLEANING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Some models The self cleaning feature operates the oven at tempera
74. ted air is circulated evenly throughout the oven foods can be baked with excellent results using multiple racks Multi rack baking may increase cook times slightly for some foods but the overall result is time saved Cookies muffins biscuits and other quickbreads give very good results with multi rack baking When baking on 3 racks place one rack in the second B position another rack in the fourth D position and the third rack in the sixth F position For two rack baking place one rack in the second B rack position Place the other rack in the fifth E rack position 1 Rack Convection Baking on some models When convection baking with only 1 rack place the food so that it is centered in the oven Convection Roast on some models Good for large tender cuts of meat uncovered The convection fan circulates the heated air evenly over and around the food Meat and poultry are browned on all sides as if they were cooked on a rotisserie The heated air seals in juices quickly for a moist and tender product while at the same time creating a rich golden brown exterior When you are convection roasting it is important that you use a broiler pan and grid for best convection roasting results The pan is used to catch grease spills and the grid is used to prevent grease spatters GEAppliances com CONVECTION i COOK ROAST 2 s L6 2 o START CLEAR OFF When baking cookies you will g
75. the bottom edge of the hinge slot The notch in the hinge arm must be fully seated into the bottom of the slot Indentation 3 Fully open the door If the door will not fully open the indentation is not seated correctly in the bottom edge of the slot 4 Push the hinge locks up against the front frame of the oven cavity to the locked position Push hinge locks up to lock 5 Close the oven door Release _ buttons Push in Pull down Lift Off Upper Oven Door on some models To remove the door 2 3 oN S N N e Fully open the door Lift up on the hinge lock toward the oven frame until they stop Close the door to 45 degrees you will feel the door stop The hinge lock will contact the oven frame On both sides of the door press down on the release buttons on each hinge Lift door up until it is clear of the hinge Pull on hinge arms slightly to relieve pressure on the locking tabs Push the hinge locks down onto the hinge Push the hinges in toward the unit so they are closed 7 2 N SY Sy AN GEAppliances com To replace the door Pull the hinges down away from the oven frame to the fully open position Lift up on the hinge locks toward the oven frame until they stop The hinges will release to the 45 d
76. ts HI 3 4 hrs Place ribs in a single layer Pork Ribs LO 6 8 hrs Pork Chops 4 8 lbs C Meats HI 3 4 hrs Place chops in a single layer LO 6 8 hrs Soup Vegetable Beef 4 quarts Meats HI 4 5 hrs ake sure beef chunks Soup LO 8 10 hrs are submerged Chili 4 quarts C Meats HI 3 4 hrs Submerge beans LO 6 8 hrs to prevent surface drying WARM START 20 How to Set the Oven For Warming The WARM feature keeps cooked foods hot This feature is not designed to reheat cold food To use the WARM feature touch the WARM pad and then the START pad 3 Touch the number pads to set the desired length of cooking time The cooking time must be at least 3 hours up to 11 hours 59 minutes 4 Touch the START pad touch the SLOW COOK pad again See the Slow NOTE If a power outage occurs while the oven is in Slow Cook the range will shut off uideline Tips The slow cook program uses a complex series of temperature cycling to obtain the best results For this reason it is recommended that the slow cook program be allowed to run without cancelling or restarting Restarting the slow cook feature while it is in progress may result in overcooked meat For juicy and tender meat choose cuts of meat such as chuck roast or a boneless blade roast Leaner cuts of meat such as top round are drier and may need additional liquid Use only glass and ceramic dishes Metal pots
77. tures high enough to burn away food soils in the oven Follow these instructions for safe operation Before operating the self clean cycle remove pans shiny metal oven racks and other utensils from the oven Only gray porcelain coated oven racks may be left in the oven Do not use self clean to clean other parts such as drip pans or bowls Before operating the self clean cycle wipe grease and food soils from the oven Excessive amount of grease may ignite leading to smoke damage to your home If the self cleaning mode malfunctions turn the oven off and disconnect the power supply Have it serviced by a qualified technician 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 Do not use oven cleaners No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven A WARNING WARMING DRAWER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS some models The purpose of the warming drawer is to hold hot cooked foods at serving temperature Bacteria will grow in food while it is below 140 F Do not put cold food in warming drawer Do not heat food for more than 2 hours Failure to follow these instructions may result in foodborne illness Do not leave paper products plastics canned food or combustible materials in the drawer They may ignite Do not touch the heating element or the interior surface of the drawer T
78. uct caused by accident fire floods or the product acts of God Improper installation delivery or maintenance Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible Product damage or failure of the product if it is abused Belch with aS OpplOncS misused modified used for other than the intended Damage caused after delivery urpose or used commercially A PUtpoSS y Product not accessible to provide required service Damage to the glass cooktop caused by use of cleaners other than the recommended cleaning creams and pads 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 Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service In Alaska the warranty excludes the c
79. uld not be allowed to accumulate on the hood or filter A WARNING IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS TO PREVENT THE FIRE FROM SPREADING Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn the controls off Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Use a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher If there is a fire in the oven during baking smother the fire by closing the oven door and turning the oven off or by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher If there is a fire in the oven during self clean turn the oven off and wait for the fire to go out Do not force the door open Introduction of fresh air at self clean temperatures may lead to a burst of flame from the oven Failure to follow this instruction may result in severe burns IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Never leave the surface units unattended at medium or high heat settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire Never leave oil unattended while frying If allowed to heat beyond its smoking point oil may ignite resulting in fire that may spread to surrounding cabinets Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to monitor oil temperature To avoid oil spillover and fire use a minimum amount of oil
80. when shallow pan frying and avoid cooking frozen foods with excessive amounts of ice Use proper pan size select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface heating element The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the surface unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of cookware to surface unit will also improve efficiency 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 When preparing flaming foods under a hood turn the fan on If power is lost to an electric cooktop while a surface unit is ON the surface unit will turn back ON as soon as power is restored In the event of power loss failure to turn all surface unit knobs to the OFF position may result in ignition of items on or near the cooktop leading to serious injury or death A WARNING _ RADIANT COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS some models Use care when touching the cooktop The glass surface of the cooktop will retain heat after the controls have been turned off Do not cook on a broken cooktop If glass cooktop should break cleaning solutions and spillovers may p
81. ws in the display as Con bEEP 3 Press the START pad to save the changes 4 Press the BAKE pad Using the number pads enter the desired temperature between 170 F and 550 F No signal or temperature will be given There is no default temperature Touch the START pad on the corresponding oven After a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute gt c will appear in the display indicating that the oven is baking roasting If gt c doesn t appear in the display start again at Step 4 To adjust the oven temperature touch the BAKE pad enter the new temperature using the number pads and touch the START pad NOTE The CLEAR OFF and COOK TIME pads are active during the Sabbath feature 5 Choose 12 shdn indicating that the oven will automatically turn off after 12 hours or no shdn indicating that the oven will not automatically turn off after 12 hours 6 Press START when the option that you want is in the display 12 shdn or no shdn 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 Some models will resume Sabbath mode however opening the door will activate the oven light Using the number pads enter the desired temperature D Press the START pad on the corresponding oven Press COOK TIME FOR the corresponding oven
82. y or death ANTI TIP DEVICE A WA R N N G To reduce the risk of tipping the range the range must be secured Tip Over Hazard by a properly installed anti tip A child or adult can tip the range and be killed bracket See installation instructions Verify the anti tip bracket has been properly installed shipped with the bracket for and engaged complete details before attempting Ensure the anti tip bracket is re engaged when the range 0 install is moved For Freestanding and Slide In Do not operate the range without the anti tip bracket in Ranges place and engaged To check if the bracket is installed Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or and engaged properly look serious burns to children or adults underneath the range to see that the rear leveling leg is engaged in the bracket On some models the storage drawer or kick panel can be removed for easy inspection If visual inspection is not possible slide the range forward confirm the anti tip bracket is securely attached to the floor or wall and slide the range back so the rear leveling leg is under the anti tip bracket If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason always repeat this procedure to verify the range is properly secured by the anti tip bracket Never completely remove the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the anti tip device properly Countertop or For Drop In Ranges Ooa BICE To check if the bracket is installed
83. y will not self clean at the same time The last oven set will automatically delay its start until the end of the first oven s clean cycle When an oven is set to self clean both oven doors will lock and the cooktop controls will lock out The ovens and cooktop cannot be used when an oven is set to self clean DELAY START Ce Me Weis Lee Ie jl lie GEAppliances com The oven doors must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly How to Delay the Start of Self Cleaning Touch the DELAY START pad Using the number pads enter the time of day you want the clean cycle to start Touch the START pad A AY NO N Touch the SELF CLEAN pad 5 Use the number pads and enter the desired clean time You can change the clean time to any time between 3 hours and 5 hours depending on how dirty your oven is After a Self Clean Cycle You may notice some white ash in the oven Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools If white spots remain remove them with a soap filled steel wool pad and rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture These deposits are usually a salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle repeat the cycle You cannot set the oven for cooking until the oven is cool enough for the door to unlock While the oven is self cleaning you c

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