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1. Installation Instructions LEVEL THE RANGE 12 INSTALL THE ANTI TIP DEVICE For proper cooking and baking the range must be leveled Leveling legs are WARNING located on each corner at the base of the range e Range must be secured with an approved Anti Tip device A Install the oven shelves see use and care section for instructions Put a spirit level or a glass measuring cup partially filled with water on one of the oven shelves e After installing the Anti Tip device verify that it is in place by carefully attempting to tilt the range forward e Unless properly installed the range could be tipped by you or a child standing sitting or leaning on an open door e This range has been designed to meet all recognized industry tip standards for all normal conditions e The use of this device does not preclude tipping of the range when not properly installed e f the Anti Tip device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the Turn the legs counterclockwise to universal Anti Tip device WB2X7909 raise the range and counterclockwise to lower the range Adjust the Mark the wall where the RIGHT EDGE leveling legs until the range is level of the range is to be located Be sure ee to allow for the countertop overhang ae if you intend to install the range next to cabinets Anti Tip H Slotted head Dn screw
2. lt Gas shut off valve 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe a Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve B Minimum distance to walls above the cooktop on each side c 2 24 Wide 3 Electrical Connection Area 5 Pressure regulator gt Black iron pipe 4 gt I abuey oul moj4 seg 90 Elbow ad p 90 Elbow Black iron Nipple may not yg i pipe be needed A lt Union I lt Nipple ih lt Gas shut off valve 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe gt Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS on electric ignition models Electrical Requirements 120 volt 60 Hertz properly grounded dedicated circuit protected by a 15 amp or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse Extension Cord Cautions Because of potential safety hazards associated with certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord and that the current carrying rating of the cord in amperes be equivalent to or greater than the branch circuit rating Grounding IMPORTANT Please read carefully FOR PERSONAL SAFETY THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED Prefer
3. If your range is removed for cleaning servicing or any reason be sure the anti tip device is re engaged properly when the range is replaced Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury How to Remove the Range for Cleaning and Servicing Follow these steps to remove the range for servicing or cleaning hard to reach surfaces 7 Shut off the gas supply to the range Disconnect the electrical supply to the range the range Slide the range forward to free the range foot from the Anti Tip bracket See the Installation Instructions for the location of the bracket 2 Disconnect the gas supply tubing to 3 g pp4y g 4 Lift Up Cooktop Clean the area under the cooktop often Built up soil especially grease may catch on fire To make cleaning easier the cooktop may be lifted up and propped open Be sure all burners are turned off before raising the cooktop Then remove the grates Burner Grates Grates should be washed regularly and after spillovers Wash them in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water After cleaning dry thoroughly by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes Don t put the grates back on the range while they are wet When replacing the grates be sure they re positioned securely over the burners To get rid of burned on food place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag with 1 4 cup ammonia to loosen
4. To make cleaning easier protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers by placing a cookie sheet on the shelf below the shelf you are cooking on This is particularly important when baking a fruit pie or other foods with high acid content Hot fruit fillings or foods that are acidic in content such as tomatoes or sauerkraut and sauces with vinegar or lemon juice may cause pitting and damage to the porcelain enamel surface and should be wiped up immediately Broiler Compartment The broiler pan is held in place in the broiler rack To remove the broiler pan 7 Gently pull forward on the drop down broiler door 2 Pull the broiler rack with pan forward until the rack stops Grasp the broiler pan and remove it from the broiler rack ge com To replace 7 Grasp each side of the oven bottom and guide its rear tabs into the slots in the back of the oven 2 Lower the oven bottom and pull it forward until it is secure under the front oven floor edge 3 On models so equipped replace the knurled screw in the front of the oven bottom NOTE If the oven bottom is replaced incorrectly it may warp and cause undesirable baking results To protect the oven bottom surface place a piece of aluminum foil slightly larger than the baking dish on the shelf below to catch any boilovers It should not completely cover the shelf as this would cause uneven heat in the oven Aluminum foil sho
5. damage these surfaces To inquire about purchasing stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish or to find the location of a dealer nearest you please call our toll free number National Parts Center 800 626 2002 ge com 21 suonanysuj Ajajes suonongsuy Gunesadg A a Q 3 A S TA S sdij Gunooysajqno y yioddns sauinsuoy Installation Instructions If you have questions call 800 GE CARES or visit our Website at ge com IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS e This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter e When using ball type gas shut off valves they shall be the T handle type e A flexible gas connector when used must not exceed 3 feet 22 BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully Installation of this range must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 latest edition In Canada installation must conform with the current Natural Gas Installation Code CAN CGA B149 1 or the current Propane Installation Code CAN CGA B149 2 and with local codes where applicable This range has been design certified by CSA International according to ANSI 221 1 latest edition and Canadian Gas Association according to CAN CGA 1 1 latest edition As with any appliance using gas and generating heat there are certain safety precautions you should follow You will find th
6. the soil Then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary 5 Reverse these steps to re install the range If the gas line has been disconnected check for gas leaks after re connection See the Installation Instructions for the gas lead test method NOTE A trained technician should make the gas installation disconnection and re connection of the gas supply to the appliance Grasp the two front burner wells and lift the cooktop up and prop it open with the prop rod provided Be careful of the pilots when the cooktop is up After cleaning underneath the cooktop with hot soapy water and a clean cloth hold the cooktop up return the prop rod to its storage position and lower the cooktop until it snaps into position Be careful not to pinch your fingers Although they re durable the grates will gradually lose their shine regardless of the best care you can give them This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat 17 suonanysuj 2je suonongsuy Gunesadg A a Q 3 A S TA S sdij Gunooysajqno y yioddng sauinsuon Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions a J D Q Pa 3 Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the range Clean these ho
7. NOTE This adjustment will not affect the broiling temperatures The adjustment will be retained after a power failure OVEN TEMP Front of OVEN TEMP knob Z knob appearance may vary Back of OVEN TEMP knob 14 Pull the OVEN TEMP knob off the range and look at the back side To make an adjustment loosen approximately one turn but do not completely remove the two screws on the back of the knob With the back of the knob facing you hold the outer edge of the knob with one hand and turn the front of the knob with the other hand To increase the oven temperature move the top screw toward the right You ll hear a click for each notch you move the knob To decrease the oven temperature move the top screw toward the left To Adjust the Thermostat with this Type of Knob Each click will change the oven temperature approximately 10 F Range is plus or minus 60 F from the arrow We suggest that you make the adjustment one click from the original setting and check oven performance before making any additional adjustments After the adjustment is made retighten screws so they are snug but be careful not to overtighten Replace the knob matching the flat area of the knob to the shaft and check performance Using the oven for broiling Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the food Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled Follow these steps to keep
8. in a manufactured or mobile home conforms with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 H U D Part 280 or when such standards are not applicable the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations 1984 Manufactured Home Sites Communities and Set Ups ANSI A225 1 latest edition or with local codes In Canada mobile home installation must be in accordance with the current CAN CSA Z240 MH Mobile Home Installation Code Model and Serial Number Location The serial plate for your range is located under the cooktop See the Lift Up Cooktop section in this manual for instructions on how to lift the cooktop See the Lift Up Cooktop section in this manual for instructions on how to lift the cooktop In addition to the model and serial numbers it tells you the ratings of the burners and type of fuel and pressure for which the range was adjusted when it left the factory When ordering parts always include the model number and serial number to ensure proper replacement parts Parts may be obtained through General Electric Hotpoint Factory Service Centers or General Electric Hotpoint authorized Customer Care servicers CONVERT TO LP GAS or convert back to natural gas from LP This range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas If you want to convert to LP gas the conversion must be performed by a qualified LP gas i
9. or carpeting Use floor covering will withstand 180 F See the gt care when moving the range on this type of Installation Safety Instructions section s flooring It is recommended that the following Make sure the wall coverings around your gt simple and inexpensive instructions be range can withstand the heat generated up to followed to protect your floor 200 F by the range See the nstallation The range should be installed on a sheet of Safety Instructions section S plywood or similar material When the floor S covering ends at the front of the range the S area that the range will rest on should be built a up with plywood to the same level or higher than the floor covering 5 A LEVELING THE RANGE S Leveling legs are located on each corner of and check the levelness front to back and eQ the base of the range Your range must be side to side Level the range by adjusting the level in order to produce proper cooking and leveling legs or by placing shims under the 2 baking results After it is in its final location corners as needed place a level horizontally on any oven shelf Vi SDA READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY 6 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS yioddng sauinsuo9 Safety Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Consumer Support Using the gas surface burners Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your
10. rather than being placed to the front or to the back of the oven Z Check the food for doneness at the minimum time on the recipe Cook longer if necessary Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and remove the food Type of Food Shelf Position Angel food cake A Biscuits muffins or cupcakes BorC Cookies CorD Brownies BorC Layer cakes BorC Bundt or pound cakes B Pies or pie shells BorC Frozen pies on cookie sheet BorC Casseroles BorC Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes cookies pastry and breads For most casseroles and roasts preheating is not necessary E Dark rough or dull pans absorb heat resulting in a browner crisper crust Use this type for pies E Shiny bright and smooth pans reflect heat resulting in a lighter more delicate browning Cakes and cookies require this type of pan Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven Allow 1 to 1 inch space between pans as well as from the back of the oven the door and the sides If you need to use two shelves stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other For best results use only one cookie sheet in the oven at a time Cookies Flat cookie sheets without sides produce betterlooking cookies Cookies baked in a jelly roll pan short sides all around may have darker edges and pale or light browning may occur Pies For best results bake pies in dark rough or
11. shut off valve may have accidentally been moved during cleaning or moving e An odor from the insulation around the oven liner is normal for the first few times the oven is used e To check the oven gas shut off valve on standard twin burner models raise cooktop and look for gas shut off lever at the extreme left rear corner Standing pilot models do not have a gas shut off valve on the regulator Lever is shown closed PULL TO OPEN Gas Range Warranty or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service Proof of the original purchase on line 24 hours a day visit us at ge com or call 800 GE CARES date is needed to obtain service 800 432 2737 Please have serial number and model number under the warranty available when calling for service All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here For The Period Of We Will Replace 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 we will also provide free of charge all labor original purchase and in home service to replace the defective part What is Not Covered H Service trips to your home to teach you how to E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit use the product breakers E Improper installation delivery or maintenance E Damage to the product caused by accident fire H Fa
12. the pan and cut slits in the foil to open all slots in the grid Close the oven door and broiler compartment drawer Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to BROIL Turn most foods once during cooking Time foods for about one half the total cooking time turn food then continue to cook to preferred doneness 7 tur the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF Remove the broiler pan from the broiler rack and serve the food immediately Leave the pan outside the range to cool INI BR To replace the broiler pan 7 Slide the broiler pan onto the rack and push both the broiler pan and the rack all the way into the broiler compartment 2 Close the broiler door Aluminum foil may also be used to catch a spillover To do so place a small sheet of foil on a lower shelf several inches below the food Never entirely cover a shelf with aluminum foil This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking 15 suon nysuj Aayes Guiueas9 pue ase A a 3 A S T S sdiy Gunooysajqnosy yioddng sauinsuon Using the oven for broiling Safety Instructions Broiling Guide E The oven door and broiler compartment W When arranging food on pan do not drawer must be closed during broiling let fatty edges hang over the sides The fat drippings will soil the broiler E Always use the broiler pan that comes compartment with your range E Use tongs to tu
13. 24 Gas anges R here Model Serial ge com Safety Instructions 2 7 22 23 24 Operating Instructions OVER ni bes oe eret tene 10 16 Surface Burners 8 9 Care and Cleaning Broiler Compartment 19 Broiler Pan and Grid 20 Burners oers 0 0 0 0 002 sanis 18 Control Panel and Knobs 18 GLALES amp eace eed Scare er dake 17 Lift Up Cooktop 17 Lift Off Oven Door 20 Metal Parts 18 Oven Interior 21 Painted Surfaces 21 Removable Oven Bottom 19 Shelves 000000005 18 Thermostat Adjustment 14 Installation Instructions 22 33 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty 0 2 2 0 0 eee 35 Write the model and serial numbers You can find them on a label under the cooktop See the Lift Up Cooktop section in this manual for instructions on how to lift the cooktop Owners Manual and Installation Instructions JGASO2 183D9542P005 Pub Number 31 21388 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life WARNIN G If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing SR prop
14. Approx 20 After the range is level slide the LY range away from the wall so that the yf Marked edge Anti Tip device can be installed 2 of range Locate the outside edge of the device 2 toward the center of the range from the marked edge of the range Using the device as a template mark the position of the hole for the screw 32 Installation Instructions 12 INSTALL THE ANTI TIP DEVICE cont D For wood construction drill a pilot hole at an angle of 20 from the horizontal A nail or awl may be used if a drill is not available Mount the Anti Tip device with the screw provided For cement or concrete construction you will need a 1 4 x 1 lag bolt and a 1 2 O D sleeve anchor which are not provided Drill the recommended size hole for the hardware Back of Install the sleeve anchor into the drilled hole and then install the lag bolt through the device The bolts must be properly tightened as recommended for the hardware E Slide the range against the wall and check for proper installation by grasping the front edge of the cooktop and carefully attempting to tilt the range forward 33 WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE COMPLETED Make sure all controls are left in the OFF position Make sure the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the range is unobstructed Mobile Home Installation Be sure the installation of this range
15. NPT internal thread of the manual shut off valve taking care to back up the shut off valve to keep it from turning Connect flexible metal appliance connector to the adapter on the range Position range to permit connection at the shut off valve When all connections have been made make sure all range controls are in the off position and turn on the main gas supply valve Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and connections to check for leaks in the system WARNING bo not USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS When using test pressures greater than 1 2 psig to pressure test the gas supply system of the residence disconnect the range and individual shut off valve from the gas supply piping When using test pressures of 1 2 psig or less to test the gas supply system simply isolate the range from the gas supply system by closing the individual shut off valve Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont Installation Instructions RECOMMENDED GAS AND ELECTRIC SUPPLY LOCATION NOTE Recommended gas hook up locations behind range Gas fittings and shut off cock should NOT protrude more than 2 from the wall to allow the range to fit against the wall 30 Check local codes before making connections FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP Example Pressure regulator gt gt Adapter gt abuey oul mojy4 sep lt Flex connector 4 ft max rat lt lt Adapter th
16. TERIALS YOU MAY NEED Gas line shut off valve Pipe joint sealant or UL approved pipe thread tape with Teflon that resists action of natural and LP gases Flexible metal appliance connector 1 2 I D A 5 foot length is recommended for ease of installation but other lengths are acceptable Never use an old connector when installing a new range Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line 3 4 or 1 2 NPT x 1 2 I D Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator on range 1 2 NPT x 1 2 D Liquid leak detector or soapy water Lag bolt or 1 2 O D sleeve anchor for concrete floors only Long matches and or match holder for models equipped with standing pilots Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont Installation Instructions A WARNING INSTALLATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions completely and carefully Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency manufacturer dealer or the gas supplier Never reuse old flexible connectors The use of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal injury Always use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance IMPORTANT Remove all packing material and literature from oven before connecting gas and electrical sup
17. ass or pottery container in a cold oven overnight The ammonia fumes will help loosen the burned on grease and food Painted Surfaces Painted surfaces include the sides control panel and door Clean these with soap and water or a vinegar and water solution Do not use commercial oven cleaners cleansing powders steel wool or harsh abrasives on any painted surface 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 ge com If necessary you may use an oven cleaner Follow package directions Cautions about using spray on oven cleaners E Do not spray on the electrical controls and switches because it could cause a short circuit and result in sparking or fire E Do not allow a film from the cleaner to build up on the temperature sensor it could cause the oven to heat improperly The sensor is located at the top of the oven Carefully wipe the sensor clean after each oven cleaning being careful not to move the sensor as a change in its position could affect how the oven bakes E Do not spray any oven cleaner on the outside of the oven door handles or any exterior surface of the oven wood or painted surfaces The cleaner can
18. check for flames lifting off the burner ports If lifting is observed gradually reduce the air shutter opening until flames are stabilized Some yellow tipping may be normal for LP gas If Adjustment is Necessary A Loosen the lock screw located at the top of the air shutter then rotate the air shutter to the correct setting and retighten screw Oven burner flame can be checked as follows without burner baffle in place e To correct a yellow flame Increase size of air shutter opening e To correct a lifting but distinct blue flame Decrease size of air shutter opening The air shutter should be set approximately 2 3 open for natural gas and approximately full open for LP gas The oven burner air shutter adjustment is the same on ranges with a gas pilot or electric ignition 31 9 QUALITY OF FLAMES The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually A Yellow flames Further adjustment required B Yellow tips on outer cones Normal for LP gas C Soft blue flames Normal for natural gas If burner flames look like A further adjustment is required Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas you use With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal REPLACE OVEN PARTS After all adjustments are made replace the oven bottom shelves and oven door
19. dull pans to produce a browner crisper crust Cakes When baking cakes warped or bent pans will cause uneven baking results and poorly shaped products A cake baked in a pan larger than the recipe recommends will usually be crisper thinner and drier than it should be Don t Peek Set the timer for the estimated cooking time and do not open the door to look at your food Most recipes provide minimum and maximum baking times such as bake 30 40 minutes ge com Do not use a cookie sheet so large that it touches the walls or the door of the oven Never entirely cover a shelf with a large cookie sheet Frozen pies in foil pans should be placed on an aluminum cookie sheet for baking since the shiny foil pan reflects heat away from the pie crust the cookie sheet helps retain it If baked in a pan smaller than recommended it may be undercooked and batter may overflow Check the recipe to make sure the pan size used is the one recommended DO NOT open the door to check until the minimum time Opening the oven door frequently during cooking allows heat to escape and makes baking times longer Your baking results may also be affected 13 suonanysuj Aajes Guiueas9 pue 219 A 3 A S 2 S sdij Guyooysajqnosy pioddng sauinsuon Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Y S S S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Using the oven for r
20. e any items on the cooktop i The hot air from the vent may ignite E The vent openings and nearby surfaces flammable items and will increase may become hot during baking and pressure in closed containers which broiling Do not touch them may cause them to burst E Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent The type of margarine will affect baking performance Most recipes for baking have been developed Federal standards require products using high fat products such as butter or labeled margarine to contain at least margarine 80 fat If you decrease the fat the 80 fat by weight Low fat spreads on recipe may not give the same results as with a the other hand contain less fat and more Oae ta IOC water The high moisture content of Recipe failure can result if cakes pies these spreads affects the texture and pastries cookies or candies are made flavor of baked goods For best results with low fat spreads The lower the fat with your old favorite recipes use content of a spread product the more margarine butter or stick spreads noticeable these differences become containing at least 70 vegetable oil 11 suon nysuj ayes 6uiueajg pue 34189 A 2 D Q 3S A S S sdij Guyooysajqno y pioddng saumnsuon Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning a S Q S z S S 3 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Using the ove
21. e hood must be at least as wide as the appliance and centered over the appliance Clearance between the cooking surface and the ventilation hood surface MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES EXCEPTION Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance e f cabinets are placed above the range allow a minimum clearance of 30 between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets If a 30 clearance between cooking surface and overhead combustible material or metal cabinets cannot be maintained protect the underside of the cabinets above the cooktop with not less than 1 4 insulating millboard covered with sheet metal not less than 0 0122 thick Clearance between the cooking surface and protected cabinets MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES The vertical distance from the plane of the cooking surface to the bottom of adjacent overhead cabinets extending closer than 1 to the plane of the range sides must not be less than 18 See the Dimensions and Clearances illustration in this section CAUTION Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a range children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combu
22. e round grounding prong from the ae Instructions Any adjustment and plug If in doubt about the grounding service should be performed only by of the home electrical system it is your qualified gas range installers or service personal responsibility and obligation technicians to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly grounded three prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other service should be referred to a qualified technician A WARNING neveruse this appliance as a space heater to heat or A o A S Q S warm the room Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the oven sdiy Gunooysajqnosy yioddng sauinsuon Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning e 2 a S 3 S Gy Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outage on standing pilot models and poor air circulation Be sure all packaging materials are removed from the range before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packaging material ignite Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a qualified s
23. e to the gas supply line should have an I D of 1 2 and be 5 feet in length for ease of installation In Canada flexible connectors must be single wall metal connectors no longer than 6 feet in length CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS Shut off the main gas supply valve before disconnecting the old range and leave it off until the new hookup has been completed Don t forget to relight the pilot on other gas appliances when you turn the gas back on Because hard piping restricts movement of the range the use of a CSA International certified flexible metal appliance connector is recommended unless local codes require a hard piped connection Never use an old connector when installing a new range If the hard piping method is used you must carefully align the pipe the range cannot be moved after the connection is made To prevent gas leaks put pipe joint compound on or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon around all male external pipe threads Install a manual gas line shut off valve in the gas line in an easily accessed location outside of the range Make sure everyone operating the range knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the range Install male 1 2 flare union adapter to the 1 2 NPT internal thread at inlet of regulator Use a backup wrench on the regulator fitting to avoid damage Install male 1 2 or 3 4 flare union adapter to the
24. ems stored in the oven can ignite Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range 26 LOCATION Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts Any openings in the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork Your range like many other household items is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting Use care when moving the range on this type of flooring It is recommended that the following simple and inexpensive instructions be followed to protect your floor The range should be installed on a sheet of plywood or similar material When the floor covering ends at the front of the range the area that the range will rest on should be built up with plywood to the same level or higher than the floor covering This will allow the range to be moved for cleaning or servicing Also make sure your floor covering will withstand 180 F See the Installation Safety Instructions section Make sure the wall coverings around your range can withstand the heat generated up to 200 F by the range See the nstallation Safety Instructions section MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION You can find them on a label under the cooktop See the Lift Up Cooktop section in this manual or in
25. er the oven reaches the selected temperature the oven burner maintains the selected temperature Oven Lighting Instructions for Standing Pilot Models The standing oven pilot must be lit initially To light the oven pilot 7 Be sure the OVEN TEMP knob is in the OFF position 2 Open the oven door and remove the oven bottom See the Removable Oven Bottom section in Care and Cleaning Power Outage Standing Pilot Models An electrical power failure will not affect the standing oven pilot 3 Find the oven pilot port at the back of the oven 4 To light the oven pilot push in and hold the OVEN TEMP knob while lighting the pilot with a long match or match in a match holder Once the oven pilot is lit continue holding the OVEN TEMP knob in for one minute before releasing Power Outage Electric Ignition Models CAUTION Do not make any attempt to operate the electric ignition oven during an electric power failure The oven or broiler cannot be lit during a power failure Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot Oven Shelves The shelves are designed with stop locks so when placed correctly on the shelf supports they will stop before coming completely out of the oven and will not tilt when you are removing food from them or placing food on them When placing cookware on a shelf pull the shelf out to the bump on the shelf support Place the cookware on the shelf then slide
26. erty damage personal injury cERTIMED or death Operating Instructions Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the A WA R NIN G I vicinity of this or any other appliance ANTI TIP DEVICE WHAT TO DO IF YOU ALL RANGES CAN TIP SMELL GAS INJURY TO PERSONS Do not try to light any appliance COULD RESULT Do not touch any electrical switch INSTALL ANTI TIP do not use any phone in your DEVICES PACKED WITH building RANGE I Immediately call your gas supplier SEE INSTALLATION from a neighbor s phone Follow the INSTRUCTIONS gas supplier s instructions Care and Cleaning If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Installation Instructions ANTI TIP DEVICE All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach it to the wall by installing the Anti Tip device supplied Troubleshooting Tips If the Anti Tip device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the universal Anti Tip device WB2X7909 To check if the device is installed and engaged properly carefully tip the range forward The Anti Tip device should engage and prevent the range from tipping over If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason make sure the device is properly engaged when you push the range back against the
27. ervice technician or installer for the type of gas natural or LP that is to be used Your range can be converted for use with either type of gas See the Installation of the range section WARNIN G These adjustments must be made by a qualified service technician in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or property damage The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the area over the pilot on standing pilot models will be hot After prolonged use of a range high floor temperatures may result and many floor coverings will not withstand this kind of use Never install the range over vinyl tile or linoleum that cannot withstand such type of use Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting Do not leave children alone or unattended where a range is hot or in operation They could be seriously burned Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the oven door broiler door or cooktop They could damage the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury CA U TI ON Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a range children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured Clean only
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29. ese precautions in the Important Safety Information section in the front of this manual Read them carefully e IMPORTANT Save these instructions for local inspector s use IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and ordinances Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer Note to Consumer Keep these instructions for future reference Note This appliance must be properly grounded Servicer The electrical diagram is in an envelope attached to the back of the range Skill Level Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty Installation Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance If you smell gas 1 Open windows Don t touch electrical switches 2 3 Extinguish any open flame 4 Immediately call your gas supplier TOOLS YOU WILL NEED GEc Phillips screwdriver ET Flat blade screwdriver 3 16 or smaller Open end or adjustable wrench E Pencil and ruler Pipe wrenches 2 one for backup e Drill awl or nail e Pliers 5 16 Nut driver PART INCLUDED Anti tip bracket kit 23 MA
30. for the range to operate properly with correct combustion Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop at the top and bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range under the broiler door Large scratches or impacts to glass doors can lead to broken or shattered glass ge com Vile A COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY a Q l 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 SS OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven The hot air and steam that escape GEA can cause burns to hands face and eyes suo nysuj Gunesadg Do not use the oven for a storage area Do not use your oven to dry newspapers Items stored in the oven can ignite If overheated they can catch fire Keep the oven free from grease buildup Use only glass cookware that is recommended for use in gas ovens Place the oven shelves in the desired 8 position while the oven is cool Always remove the broiler pan from range as soon as you finish broiling Grease left in the pan can catch fire if oven is used without removing the grease from the broiler pan Pulling out the shelf to the stop lock is a convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls When broiling if meat
31. ilure of the product if it is abused misused or Ponas OL OnE used for other than the intended purpose or used E Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible commercially defects with this appliance E Damage caused after delivery E Product not accessible to provide required service EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 39 suonongsuy Gunesadg suoyonysuy Aay
32. in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water Soak the surface burner for 20 to 30 minutes For more stubborn stains use a cleanser like Soft Scrub brand or Bon Ami brand Rinse well to remove any traces of the cleanser that might clog the surface burner openings Do not use steel wool because it will clog the surface burner openings and scratch the surface burners If the holes become clogged clean them with a small pin or sewing needle Before putting the surface burner back shake out excess water and then dry it thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven for 30 minutes Then place it back in the range making sure it is properly seated and level The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning To remove the knob pull it straight off the stem Wash the knobs in soap and water or a vinegar and hot water solution but do not soak To remove heavy burned on soil you may use scouring pads After scrubbing wash with soapy water rinse and dry Knurled screw on some models Removable Oven Bottom First remove the shelves from the oven The oven bottom lifts from the front To remove 7 On models so equipped remove the knurled screw in the front of the oven bottom Z Grasp each side of the oven bottom and push it back Lift the front up and pull it out of the oven Cleaning the Oven Bottom The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish
33. is too close to the flame the fat may ignite Trim excess fat to prevent excessive flare ups Guiueas9 pue 219 Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Make sure the broiler pan is in place correctly to reduce the possibility of A WARNING never cover grease fires A gt D S 3 A S 9 S 77 any slots holes or passages in the oven If you should have a grease fire in the bottom or cover an entire rack with broiler pan turn off the oven control and materials such as aluminum foil Doing keep the broiler door and oven door so blocks air flow through the oven and closed to contain fire until it burns out i E gt ae ee it cane ee For safety and proper cooking performance h Oe ae eo da ASO Tap always bake and broil with the oven and Cal ea aa broiler doors closed S When using cooking or roasting bags in Never leave jars of fat drippings on or near S the oven follow the manufacturer s your range amp directions yioddng sauinsuon IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING SURFACE BURNERS Use proper pan size avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped Select cookware having flat CATS bottoms large enough to cover burner grates To avoid spillovers make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accum
34. les thoroughly on each burner Burners The holes in the surface burners of your range must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and an even unhampered flame You should clean the surface burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes Wipe off the surface burners If heavy spillover occurs remove the surface burners from the range The burners lift out for cleaning Lift up the cooktop and then lift out the surface burners NOTE A screw holds each of the burners in place to keep them from wobbling around during shipment Remove and discard the shipping screw Control Panel and Knobs It s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use of the oven Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water rinse with clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleaners plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control panel they will damage the finish A 50 50 solution of vinegar and hot water works well Oven Shelves and Broiler Rack The shelves and broiler rack can be cleaned by hand using soap and water or with an abrasive cleaner After cleaning rinse the shelves and broiler rack with clean water and dry Metal Parts Do not use steel wool abrasives ammonia or commercial oven cleaners To safely clean surfaces wash rinse and then dry with a soft cloth To remove burned on food soak the surface burner
35. llovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner Soapy wet metal pads may also be used Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content such as milk tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices or pie filling to remain on the surface They may cause a dull spot even after cleaning E If necessary you may use an oven cleaner Follow package directions Outside of door E Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven Rinse well E 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 E Do not use oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door Porcelain Oven Interior With proper care the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of the oven will stay new looking for years Let the range cool before cleaning We recommend that you wear rubber gloves when cleaning the range Soap and water will normally do the job Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner Soapy wet metal pads may also be used Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content such as tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices or pie filling to remain on the surface They may cause a dull spot even after cleaning Household ammonia may make the cleaning job easier Place 1 2 cup ina shallow gl
36. losed containers which may cause them to burst Ifa combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point Use the least possible amount of fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added Do not flame foods on the cooktop If you do flame foods under the hood turn the fan on Do not use a wok on the cooking surface if the wok has a round metal ring that is placed over the burner grate to support the wok This ring acts as a heat trap which may damage the burner grate and burner head Also it may cause the burner to work improperly This may cause a carbon monoxide level above that allowed by current standards resulting in a health hazard Foods for frying should be as dry as possible Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan Never try to move a pan of hot fat especially a deep fat fryer Wait until the fat is cool Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent Keep all plastics away from the surface burners To avoid the possibility of a burn always be certain that the controls for all burners are at the OFF position and all grates are cool before attempting to remove them If ra
37. model Surface Lighting Instructions for Electric Ignition Models The surface burners on some models are lit by electric ignition eliminating the need for standing pilot lights with constantly burning flames In case of a power failure you can light the surface burners on your range with a match Hold a lit match to the burner then turn the knob to the LITE position Use extreme caution when lighting burners this way Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed When one burner is turned to LITE all the burners spark Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on An electric shock may result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware Surface Lighting Instructions for Standing Pilot Models The surface burners on these ranges have standing pilots that must be lit initially To light them 7 Be sure surface burner control knobs are in the OFF position 2 Lift the cooktop up and prop it open with the prop rod provided see the Care and cleaning of the range section 3 Locate the 2 pilot ports and light each of them with a match 4 To avoid pilot outage slowly lower the cooktop after lighting the pilots Surface Burner Controls The knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are located on the control panel on the front
38. n for baking To avoid possible burns place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on Place most foods in the middle of the oven To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature selecting a higher temperature does not shorten the preheat time 12 How to Set the Oven For Baking 7 Close the oven door Then turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired temperature Oven Shelves Arrange the oven shelf or shelves in the desired locations while the oven is cool The correct shelf position depends on the kind of food and the browning desired As a general rule place most foods in the middle of the oven on either the shelf position B or C See the chart for suggested shelf positions Preheating Preheat the oven for 10 minutes if the recipe calls for it Preheat means bringing the oven up to the specified temperature before putting the food in the oven Baking Pans Use the proper baking pan The type of finish on the pan determines the amount of browning that will occur H Glass baking dishes also absorb heat When baking in glass baking dishes lower the temperature by 25 F and use the recommended cooking time in the recipe This is not necessary when baking pies or casseroles Pan Placement For even cooking and proper browning there must be enough room for air circulation in the oven Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered as much as possible
39. nge is located near a window do not hang long curtains that could blow over the surface burners and create a fire hazard Always turn the surface burner controls off before removing cookware ge com Er SURFACE BURNERS cont When a pilot goes out on standing pilot Do not place or store items that can melt CD models you will detect a faint odor of gas or catch fire on the grates even when the as your signal to relight the pilot When cooktop is not being used relighting the pilot make sure burner controls are in the off position and follow instructions in this book to relight Keep range clean and free of accumulations of grease or spillovers which may ignite If you smell gas and you have already made sure pilots are lit on standing pilot models turn off the gas to the range and call a qualified service technician Never gt 2 S Q A S a3 S use an open flame to locate a leak D FLOORING UNDER THE RANGE Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts Any openings in the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply Q fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork S Your range like many other household items This will allow the range to be moved for amp is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings cleaning or servicing Also make sure your such as cushioned vinyl
40. nstaller The conversion instructions and LP orifices can be found attached to the back of the range Keep these instructions and the orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning e S Q Q 3 z S E amp S Consumer Support Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven temperature Oven thermostat See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself section too hot or too cold needs adjustment Top burners do not light The pilots are not lit On models with standing pilots lift the cooktop and or do not burn evenly on standing pilot models hold a lit match next to the pilot opening between the front and rear burners Plug on range is not e On models with electric ignition make sure electrical completely inserted in plug is plugged into a live properly grounded outlet the electrical outlet Burner holes on the side e Remove the burners and clean them with a safety pin or around the top of the or paper clip Make sure you do not enlarge the holes burner may be clogged Burners may not be fitted e Remove the burners and reinstall them properly correctly onto mounting brackets Burners have yellow or The combustion quality of e Use the illustrations below to determine if your burner yellow tipped flames burner flames needs to be flames are normal If burner flames look like A f
41. oasting Roasting is cooking by dry heat Tender meat or poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven Roasting temperatures which should be low and steady keep spattering to a minimum Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats Roasting is easy just follow these directions How to Set the Oven For Roasting 7 Place the shelf in the A or B position No preheating is necessary 2 Check the weight of the meat Place Place the shelf in the A or B position it fat side up or for poultry breast side up on a roasting rack in a shallow pan The melting fat will baste the meat Select a pan as close to the size of the meat as possible Line the pan with aluminum foil when using the pan for marinating cooking with fruits cooking heavily cured meats or basting food during cooking Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired setting After roasting is complete turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and then remove the food from the oven Adjust the oven thermostat Easy to do yourself You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold you can adjust the thermostat yourself Do not use thermometers such as those found in grocery stores to check the temperature setting of your oven These thermometers may vary 20 40 F
42. of the range The two surface knobs on the left control the left front and left rear burners The two surface knobs on the right control the right front and right rear burners To Use a Surface Burner 7 Push the control knob in and turn it to LITE HI on pilot models On electric ignition models you will hear a little clicking noise the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner After the burner ignites turn the knob to adjust the flame size After Lighting a Burner E Check to be sure the burner you turned on is the one you want to use E Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat H Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you place your hand a pot holder cleaning cloths or other materials on them ge com Never let the flame extend up the sides of the cookware How to Select Flame Size Watch the flame not the knob as you reduce heat The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using For safe handling of cookware never let the flame extend up the sides of the cookware Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware is wasted and only serves to heat the handle Top of Range Cookware Aluminum Medium weight cookware is recommended because it heats quickly and evenly Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet Use sauce
43. on Locate the 2 pilot ports and light each of them with a match Pilot port amp To avoid pilot outage use caution when closing cooktop after lighting pilots NOTE Do not leave standing pilot lit in a newly constructed or remodeled home or apartment that will be unoccupied for more than a month Each pilot flame was adjusted at the factory to be approximately 5 16 tall A tinge of yellow appearing at the upper tip is normal If you find pilot adjustment is necessary follow instructions in Step B Installation Instructions LIGHT THE PILOTS cont Adjust the Surface Burner Pilots if Necessary 1 Raise the cooktop 2 Use a small flat bladed screwdriver to turn the adjusting screw accessed through a hole in the front right side of the burner box Pilot adjustment amp z Zq PP PP D CAUTION Make sure the surface burner control knobs are in the OFF position before attempting to adjust the pilots 3 Observe lit burners Compare the flames to pictures in the Before you call for service section If any flame is unsatisfactory call for service 4 To avoid pilot outage slowly lower the cooktop after lighting the pilots IF THE RANGE HAS ELECTRIC IGNITION There are separate ignition devices for the left and right hand surface burners Both of these ignitors are ON when any knob is turned to the LITE setting The ignitors will spa
44. oven Remove the grid from the pan Carefully pour out grease from the pan into a proper container Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap filled or plastic scouring pad Lift Off Oven Door The oven door is removable but it is heavy You may need help removing and replacing the door To remove the door 7 Open the door to the full open position Z Pull the hinge locks up over the hinge hooks on both sides You may need to use a flat blade screwdriver to lift hinge locks up 3 Grasp the door firmly on each side lift slightly and pull it straight out and away from the oven To replace the door 7 Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top 2 Insert and seat the upper and lower hinge arms into the oven slots 3 Push the hinge locks down from the hinge hooks 4 Close the oven door and make sure it is working properly If it is not working properly remove and replace it following the above steps DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLOSE THE DOOR UNTIL THIS STEP IS COMPLETE THE HINGE OR DOOR COULD BE DAMAGED If food has burned on sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth Soaking the pan will remove burned on foods Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range TO CLEAN THE DOOR Inside of door E Soap and water will normally do the job Heavy spattering or spi
45. pans with tight fitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water Cast iron If heated slowly most skillets will give satisfactory results Enamelware Under some conditions the enamel of some cookware may melt Follow cookware manufacturer s recommendations for cooking methods Glass There are 2 types of glass cookware those for oven use only and those for top ofrange cooking saucepans coffee and teapots Glass conducts heat very slowly Heatproof Glass Ceramic Can be used for either surface or oven cooking It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly Check cookware manufacturer s directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges Stainless Steel This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat as the manufacturer recommends suononysuy Aayes J9 pue aseg uruea A Q 3 2 5 S 77 sdij bu ooysajqnoi yioddng Iaunsuog Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning e a S 3 S Gy Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Using the oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model OVEN TEMP Oven Control Your oven is controlled by an OVEN TEMP knob It can take up to 90 seconds before the flame comes on Aft
46. parts listed in this Owner s Manual Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance Be careful when reaching for items stored in cabinets over the range Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with flame or hot oven surfaces and may cause severe burns Do not store flammable materials in an oven a range broiler or near a cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn the controls off Smother a flaming pan on a surface burner by covering the pan completely with a well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Use a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or if available by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flame in the oven can be smothered completely by closing the oven door and turning the control to off or by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Let the burner grates and other surfaces cool before touching them or leaving them where children can reach them Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary
47. ply to range CAUTION bo not attempt to operate the oven of this range during a power failure Electric Ignition models only e Have your range installed by a qualified installer Your range must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition In Canada electrical grounding must be in accordance with the current CSA C22 1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and or local codes See Electrical Connections in this section Before installing your range on linoleum or any other synthetic floor covering make sure the floor covering can withstand 180 F without shrinking warping or discoloring Do not install the range over carpeting unless a sheet of 1 4 thick plywood or similar insulator is placed between the range and carpeting Make sure the wall coverings around the range can withstand heat generated by the range up to 200 F 24 e Avoid placing cabinets above the range To reduce the hazard caused by reaching over the open flames of operating burners install a ventilation hood over the range that projects forward at least 5 beyond the front of the cabinets The ventilating hood must be constructed of sheet metal not less than 0 0122 thick Install above the cooktop with a clearance of not less than 1 4 between the hood and the underside of the combustible material or metal cabinet Th
48. red Method lt A XG Ensure proper ground exists before use The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug which mates with a standard 3 prong grounding wall receptacle to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance The customer should have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded Where a standard 2 prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD SEAL THE OPENINGS Seal any openings in the wall behind the range and in the floor under the range when hookups are completed LIGHT THE PILOTS For models equipped with standing pilots If the range is an electric ignition model the burners are ignited by electric ignition which eliminates the need for standing pilot lights The range should be installed in its permanent position before any pilots are lit or adjusted CAUTION Make sure the surface burner control knobs are in the OFF position before attempting to light the pilots A Light the Surface Burner Pilots 1 Lift the cooktop up and prop it open with the prop rod provided see the Care and cleaning of the range secti
49. rk as long as any of the top burner knobs are at the LITE setting In the event of an electrical power failure the top burners can still be used To light a burner hold a lit kitchen match adjacent to the top burner to be used and turn valve knob to LITE USE EXTREME CAUTION 30 LIGHT THE OVEN PILOT on standing pilot models Be sure the OVEN TEMP knob is in the OFF position Open the oven door and remove the oven bottom See the Removable Oven Bottom section in Care and Cleaning Find the oven pilot port at the back of the oven To light the oven pilot push in and hold the OVEN TEMP knob while lighting the pilot with a long match or match in a match holder Once the oven pilot is lit continue holding the OVEN TEMP knob in for one minute before releasing ADJUST THE OVEN BURNER AIR SHUTTER IF NECESSARY Blue flames 2 R Natural gas lt gt Bake broil burner Inner cone of flame noe Cal For Natural Gas The oven burner flame should be a clean blue flame with distinct inner cones approximately 1 2 inch long A soft lazy flame with indistinct cones means too much gas or not enough air A noisy lifting flame means too much air Installation Instructions ADJUST THE OVEN BURNER AIR SHUTTER IF NECESSARY CONT For LP Gas The flame should have approximately 1 inch blue cones After 30 seconds of burner operation
50. rn the meat Pierced E If desired marinate meats or chicken a meat loses juices before broiling Or brush with barbecue sauce the last 5 to 10 minutes Amount or Shelf Time In Minutes Food Thickness Position First Side Second Side Comments Bacon 2 Ib B 3 min 3 min Arrange in single layer about 8 thin slices Ground Beef lb 4 patties B 11 12 min 6 7 min Space evenly 2 to 3 4 thick Beef Steaks Medium to 1 lbs BorC 12 min 5 6 min Steaks less than 1 hick cook through before browning Pan rying is recommended Care and Cleaning Chicken whole A 30 35 min 25 30 min Reduce time about 5 2 to 2 Ibs o 10 minutes per side split lengthwise or cut up chicken Brush each side with melted butter Broil skin side down first Fish 1 Ib fillets B 5 min 5 min Handle and turn very 1 4 to 1 2 thick carefully Brush with emon butter before and during cooking if desired Preheat broiler to increase browning e a S 3 S Gy Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 16 ge com Care and cleaning of the range Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient and satisfactory service Follow these directions carefully in caring for your range to assure safe and proper maintenance
51. sories ge 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 ge com A 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 ge 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 registration card included in the packing material Printed in Mexico
52. spattering and smoking to a minimum ge com Your range has a compartment below the oven for broiling A specially designed broiler pan allows dripping fat to drain away from the food Both the oven door and broiler compartment drawer should be closed during broiling J gt How to Set Your Oven for Broiling You can change the distance of the food from the heat source by positioning the broiler rack in the broiler compartment A bottom of broiler compartment B center of broiler compartment C top of broiler compartment Most broiling should be done in position A Preheat the broiler for best results Gy No If the meat has fat or gristle around the edge cut vertical slashes through it about 2 inches apart but don t cut into the meat We recommend that you trim the fat to prevent excessive smoking leaving a layer about 1 8 inch thick Broiler Compartment The broiler pan is held in place in the broiler rack To remove the broiler pan 7 Gently pull forward on the drop down broiler door 2 Pull the broiler rack with pan forward until the rack stops Grasp the broiler pan and remove it from the broiler rack Use of Aluminum Foil Never cover the oven bottom with aluminum foil You can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan and broiler grid However you must mold the foil tightly to
53. stible surfaces These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range The range may be placed with 0 clearance below cooktop and at the back wall Minimum to 30 c cabinets on 2 a es either side 18 Minimum Minimum to wall Maximum depth of range Hea a for cabinets b t heidh above range top 0 To cabinets below cooktop and at the range back Installation Instructions A WARNING ANTI TIP DEVICE All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range install the Anti Tip device packed with this range See nstall the Anti Tip Device in this section To check if the device is installed and engaged properly carefully tip the range forward The Anti Tip device should engage and prevent the range from tipping over If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason make sure the Anti Tip device is engaged when you push the range back against the wall For your safety never use your range for warming or heating the room Your oven and cooktop are not designed to heat your kitchen Top burners should not be operated without cookware on the grate Such abuse could result in fire and damage to your range and will void your warranty Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Explosions or fires could result Do not use oven for a storage area It
54. structions on how to lift the cooktop IMPORTANT Remove all tape and packaging Make sure the burners are properly seated and level Lift up the cooktop and remove any packing material under it Take the accessory pack out of the oven and or drawer Check to be sure that no range parts have come loose during shipping Installation Instructions PROVIDE ADEQUATE GAS SUPPLY Your range is designed to operate at a pressure of 4 of water column on natural gas or if designed for LP gas propane or butane 10 of water column Make sure you are supplying your range with the type of gas for which it is designed This range is convertible for use on natural or propane gas If you decide to use this range on LP gas conversion must be made by a qualified LP installer before attempting to operate the range on that gas For proper operation the pressure of natural gas supplied to the regulator must be between 4 and 13 of water column For LP gas the pressure supplied must be between 10 and 13 of water column When checking for proper operation of the regulator the inlet pressure must be at least 1 greater than the operating manifold pressure as given above The pressure regulator located at the inlet of the range manifold must remain in the supply line regardless of whether natural or LP gas is being used A flexible metal appliance connector used to connect the rang
55. the shelf back into the oven This will eliminate reaching into the hot oven If the oven is in use when a power failure occurs the oven burner shuts off and cannot be re lit until power is restored This is because the flow of gas is automatically stopped and will not resume when power is restored until the glow bar has reached operating temperature To remove the shelves from the oven pull them toward you tilt front end upward and pull them out To replace place shelf on shelf support with stop locks curved extension of shelf facing up and toward back of oven Tilt up front and push shelf toward back of oven until it goes past the bump on the shelf support Then lower front of shelf and push it all the way back The oven has 4 shelf positions ge com Oven Shelf Positions The oven has four shelf supports A bottom B and D top Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the Using your oven for baking and Using your oven for roasting sections Oven Vents Mi The oven is vented through E Handles of pots and pans on the duct openings at the front of the cooktop may become hot if left too backsplash close to the vent E Do not block the opening when E Metal items will become very hot if cooking in the oven it is important they are left on the cooktop and could that the flow of hot air from the oven cause burns and fresh air to the oven burner be i uninterrupted E Do not leav
56. ulations of food since heavy spattering or spillovers left on range can ignite Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning n 2 a S 3 Q Gy Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Always use the LITE position on electric ignition models or the H position on standing pilot models when igniting the top burners and make sure the burners have ignited Never leave the surface burners unattended at high flame settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire Adjust the top burner flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware Excessive flame is hazardous Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders come near open flames when lifting cookware Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a pot holder When using glass cookware make sure it is designed for top ofrange cooking To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage turn cookware handles toward the side or back of the range without extending over adjacent burners Carefully watch foods being fried at a high flame setting Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in c
57. uld not be placed on the oven bottom Ifa spillover does occur on the oven bottom allow the oven to cool first You can clean the bottom with soap and water a mild abrasive cleanser soap filled scouring pads or an oven cleaner following package directions To replace the broiler pan 7 Slide the broiler pan onto the rack and push both the broiler pan and the rack all the way into the broiler compartment 2 Close the broiler door Ifa spillover occurs in the broiler compartment allow the compartment to cool first You can clean the compartment with soap and water a mild abrasive cleanser soap filled scouring pads or an oven cleaner following package directions 19 suonanysuj Aajes suonongsuy Gunesadg A a Q 3 A S TA S sdij Gunooysajqnoy yioddns sauinsuon Safety Instructions Operating Instructions e 2 a S 3 S Gy Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the range hinge arm 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 20 Broiler Pan and Grid After broiling remove the broiler pan from the
58. urther determined visually adjustment is required Normal burner flames should Burner flames very large or yellow Oven will not work Strong odor Surface burners light but oven does not 34 LP gas is improperly connected look like B or depending on the type of gas you use With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal A Yellow flames B Yellow tips C Soft blue flames Further adjustment on outer cones Normal for natural required NormalforLPgas gas Check all steps in the nsta lation of the range section The thermostat capillary e Make sure the thermostat capillary bulb located in the bulb must be clean and upper portion of the oven is in the correct position not unobstructed touching oven sides and not coated with anything The oven vent is blocked e The oven vent on the back of the range must be unobstructed Oven control improperly set e See the Using the oven sections Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size being used See the Using the oven for baking or roasting section Oven bottom not securely seated in position e See the Care and cleaning of the range section Pilot light is not lit on standing pilot models Improper air gas ratio in the oven e See the Oven Lighting Instructions for Standing Pilot Models section e Adjust oven burner air shutter See the Installation of the range section This is temporary The oven gas
59. wall If it is not there is a possible risk of the range tipping over and causing injury if you or a child stand sit or lean on an open door z S gt a z S S Please refer to the Anti Tip device information in this manual Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and injury ge com A WARNING Vis gt F IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ie oe N 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 birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances namely benzene carbon monoxide formaldehyde and soot caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels Properly adjusted burners indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame will minimize incomplete combustion Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood suo nysuj Gunesadg f a SAFETY PRECAUTIONS x x SN Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut off valve and how to shut it off if 1 NN necessary 5 Have your range installed and properly Plug your range into a 120 volt S grounded by a qualified installer in grounded outlet only Do not remove gt accordance with the Installation th

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