GE 164D3333P185-1 Range User Manual
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1. S sdij Guooysajqnoy a91Mag Jaulojsng Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning V S S S A S Ss z Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Installation of the range Read these instructions completely and carefully Step 7 Converting Burner Orifices to LP Gas ahaa LP gas setting Tighten the orifice hoods for the surface burners and oven burner approximately two complete turns to the closed position and adjust top pilots if equipped The gas pressure regulator must be converted to the LP gas setting so that it will provide a pressure of 10 inches water column to the range manifold Converting Burner Orifices to Natural Gas only if range has been operated previously on LP gas K OTZZZZTT7 E B ad mm me w Unscrew the orifice hoods for all burners top and oven approximately two complete turns until the flame on the burner does not increase in length Adjust the top pilots if equipped The gas pressure regulator must be set to the natural gas setting so that it will provide a pressure of 4 inches of water column in the range manifold NAT gas setting 3 Regulator Conversion All ranges are equipped with a gas pressure regulator for controlling and maintaining a uniform gas pressure in the gas manifold of the range The burner orifices are sized for the gas pressu2. E Have your range installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the Installation Instructions Any adjustment and service should be performed only by qualified gas range installers or service technicians E Plug your range into a 120 volt grounded outlet only Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug Ifin doubt about the grounding of the home electrical system it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly grounded three prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code NFPA 70 latest edition In Canada the appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance E Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician E Locate range out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outage on standing pilot models and poor air circulation E Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a qualified service 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 Instructions WARNING These adjustments must be made by a qualified service technician in accordance with the manufactu
3. 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 suon nysuj Ajajes suonjonysuy Gunesadg J9 pue ase buiuea A q Q 3 A S Q S a sdij Gunooysajqno y J WOJSNI aia Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning n S Ss gt S z Ss amp Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Using the oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Lighting Instructions for Electric Ignition Models The oven burner is lighted by electric ignition To light the burner turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired temperature The burner should light within 30 90 seconds After the oven reaches the selected temperature the oven burner cycles on and off to maintain the selected temperature Power Outage Electric Ignition Models A burner in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally Your oven may be used during an electrical power outage by care
4. 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 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 gt 2 the range NOTE A trained technician should make the gas installation disconnection and re connection of 3 Disconnect the gas supply tubing to S the range the gas supply to the appliance F 4 Slide the range forward to free the J range foot from the Anti Tip bracket 3 See the Installation Instructions for the location of the bracket Lift Up Off Cooktop A S S S 7 Ss Ss S Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 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 or off Be sure all burners are turned off before raising the cooktop Then remove the grates Burner Grates Grates should be washed regula
5. ATTEMPT TO CLOSE THE DOOR UNTIL THIS STEP IS COMPLETE THE HINGE OR DOOR COULD BE DAMAGED Wash scour if necessary Rinse and dry The broiler pan may also be cleaned ina dishwasher Do not store a soiled broiler pan anywhere in the range TO CLEAN THE DOOR Inside of door H 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 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 21 suoyonysuy bu esado suon nysuj Ajajes buiueajg pue aseg A gt 2 Q 3 2 S Q S 7 sdij Gunooysajqnosy a9IMag Jaulojsn7 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning A S S S 7 Ss Ss S Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Care a
6. and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug INSURE PROPER GROUND EXISTS BEFORE USE Ste i Light and Adjust Surface Burner Pilots if range has standing pilots 7 Purge all air from supply system by turning one top burner valve fully ON for 15 seconds Z Turnvalve OFF and light pilot burners Adjust pilot flames using the adjusting screw on the back of the thermostat so that each flame is approximately 1 4 inch in height Top pilots adjustment screw controls the 3 To light any top burner push and turn rate of gas to the top burner knob to the LITE position burner pilots 4 When burner has ignited rotate knob to le a ae desired flame setting Manifold pipe f Thermostat X7 Thermostat Sensor gt gt a 30 Read these instructions completely and carefully Step If 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 spark as long as any of the top burner knobs are at the LITE setting Oven Pilot Adjustment In the event of an electrical power failure the top burners can still be used To light a burner hold a lighted kitchen match adjacent to the top burner to be used and turn valve knob to LITE USE EX
7. at the rear of the cooktop E Do not block the opening when cooking in the oven it is important that the flow of hot air from the oven and fresh air to the oven burner be uninterrupted E The vent openings and nearby surfaces may become hot during baking and broiling Do not touch them E Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent E Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may become hot if left too close to the vent H Metal items will become very hot if they are left on the cooktop and could cause burns E Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers which may cause them to burst The type of margarine will affect baking performance Most recipes for baking have been developed using high fat products such as butter or margarine 80 fat If you decrease the fat the recipe may not give the same results as with a higher fat product Recipe failure can result if cakes pies pastries cookies or candies are made with low fat spreads The lower the fat content of a spread product the more noticeable these differences become Federal standards require products labeled margarine to contain at least 80 fat by weight Low fat spreads on the other hand contain less fat and more water The high moisture content of these spreads affects the texture and flavor of baked goo
8. bulb 31 suo n nnsuj buneiado suo n nnsuj Aajes buiueajg pue aseg A z q Q A S Q S sdij Guooysajqnoy a9IMag Jauiojsng Installation of the range Read these instructions completely and carefully Step Surface Burner Air Shutter Adjustment Safety Instructions The approximate height of the flame at the high or full ON position is a distinct inner blue cone of at least 3 4 inch Turn valve knob counterclockwise 90 to the full ON position and adjust air shutter as follows To correct a yellow flame Increase size of air shutter opening To correcta lifting but distinct blue flame Decrease size of air shutter opening Operating Instructions Oven Burner Air Shutter Adjustment Lock screw Care and Cleaning Air shutter Orifice cap If adjustments are necessary b P S The oven burner flame should be a clean blue 3 ce a S baabi aa oe P SAE 3 flame with distinct inner cones approximately 1 2 L Pn a gas ana approximate y S inch long A soft lazy flame with indistinct cones SPERANTE gAs S means too much gas or not enough air A noisy 4 The oven burner air shutter adjustment is amp lifting flame means too much air the same on ranges with a gas pilot or electric T ignition 7A 5 Repeat steps 1 through 3 for the broil burner if equipped to properly adjust the broil burner fl
9. burner air shutter adjustments may be necessary on all models to complete conversion see the Surface Burner Air Shutter Adjustment section Read these instructions completely and carefully Step Connect the Range to Gas The house piping and connector used to connect the range to the main gas supply must be clean free of metal shavings rust dirt or liquids oil or water Contaminants in the supply lines can work their way into the range manifold and cause failure of gas valves or controls and clog burners or pilot orifices Cw Ew DOG JE mpu suo n nnsuj je suononysuy Guyesadg House Flare union Appliance Flare union Range pressure piping adapter connector adapter regulator 7 Ifthe range is to be connected to house 3 Tighten all connections as necessary to piping with flexible or semi rigid metal prevent gas leakage in the range or supply appliance connector connector nuts MUST line NOT be connected directly to pipe threads y to pip CAUTION Do not use a flame to check for Z The appliance connector must be installed gas leaks by using the proper flare union adapters with the connector Cutoff valve appliance connector and adapters are not supplied with the range Because solid pipe restricts moving the range we recommend use of A G A certified flexible tubing In Canada flexible connectors must be single wall metal connectors no longer than 6 feet in length Disconnect
10. position Strong odor Improper air gas ratio e Adjust oven burner air shutter See the nstallation of in the oven the range section This is temporary e An odor from the insulation around the oven liner is 34 normal for the first few times the oven is used Gas Range Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician For service call 800 GE CARES For The Period Of We Will Replace At No Charge To You One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the date of the During this full 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 E Damage to the product caused by accident fire H Failure of the product if it is abused misused or Hooda ot a orod used for other than the intended purpose or used E Incidental or consequential damage to personal commercially property caused by possible defects with this appliance This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion
11. For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities check out our Website today For the hearing impaired please call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 Extended Warranties www GEAppliances com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories www 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 www 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 www GEAppliances com Register your new appliance on line at your c
12. For your safety never use your appliance for warming or heating the room E Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn off burner then smother flaming pan by covering pan completely with well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering with baking soda or if available a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher E Do not store flammable materials in an oven a range broiler drawer or near a cooktop E Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance E Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range E CAUTION Items of interest to children should not be stored in the cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a range children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180 F Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness Stand away from range when opening oven door Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands face and or eyes E Do not use the oven for a storage area Items stored in the oven can ignite H Place the oven shelves in the desired position while the oven is cool E Keep the oven free from grease buildup E Pulling out the shelf to the shelf stop is a convenience in lifting heavy
13. H If desired marinate meats or chicken meatlosesiuices z before broiling Or brush with J i S barbecue sauce the last 5 to 10 minutes A m Amount or Shelf Time In Minutes S Food Thickness Position First Side Second Side Comments gt Bacon 2 lb B 34 min 3 min Arrange in single layer a about 8 thin slices Ground Beef Ib 4 patties A 10 11 min 4 5 min Space evenly 2 to 3 4 thick 5 Beef Steaks amp Medium to 1 lbs A 12 min 5 6 min Steaks less than 1 thick cook through 2 before browning Pan Q frying is recommended Q Chicken whole A 30 35 min 25 30 min Reduce time about 5 Q 2 to 2 Ibs to 10 minutes per side S split lengthwise for cut up chicken 5 Brush each side with eQ 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 lemon butter before and during cooking if desired Preheat broiler to increase browning A q Q 3 A S Q S a sdij Gunooysajqno y J1 WOJSNI aia 17 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 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions
14. ORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING FH A WARNING SURFACE COOKING UNITS Use proper pan size Avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to properly contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers and large enough to cover burner grate This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food since heavy spattering or spillovers left on range can ignite Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool E Always use the LITE position on electric ignition models or the HI position on standing pilot models when igniting top burners and make sure the burners have ignited H Never leave surface burners unattended at high flame settings Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire E Adjust the top burner flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware Excessive flame is hazardous E 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 E 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 E Always turn the surface burner to OFF before removing the cookware E Carefully
15. Owner s Manual GE Quality Product SCD y6 PUP 0G Part No 164D3333P185 1 Pub No 49 868955 3 180 6C139 04 01 JR Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning A S S S 2 Ss S Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING u A WARNING lt J IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE a NVS 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 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 WARNING If the information in this A WARNI N G j manual is not followed exactly a fire or ANTI TIP DEVICE explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death E ALL RANGES CAN TIP 7 E NJURY TO PERSONS Do notstore or use gasoline or other COULD RESULT flammable vapors and liquids in the E INSTALL ANTI TIP vici
16. TREME CAUTION Step On pilot models remove thermostat knob Check position of pilot gas selector to make sure selector is turned to the correct position for the type of gas that is to be used To change to LP insert small blade screwdriver in slot and turn fully clockwise so that indicator points to LP To change to NAT turn fully counterclockwise so that indicator points to NAT E If desired the gas to the oven pilot can be turned off by turning the selector so the pointer is at the OFF position midway between the LP and NAT settings Thermostat on your range may not appear exactly as shown in diagram H On electric ignition models the gas to the oven burner can be turned off A manual shut off valve is provided on manifold pipe Oven Operation 7 With the oven thermostat dial in the OFF position light standing pilot on oven burner pilot assembly On electric ignition models do not attempt to manually light the oven pilot Z Turm the thermostat dial to any temperature setting The oven pilot flame will enlarge and engulf the mercury bulb After approximately 30 45 seconds the main burner will come on The oven can be used during periods of power outage See the Using the surface units section Oven pilot selector key f switches from LP to NAT Pointer vice versa Front view With control knob in OFF position light standing pilot Flame should appear as shown Mercury
17. age directions To return the pan to the broiler rack 7 Pull the wire rack out to the stop position 2 Insert the pan into the recessed section of the broiler rack 3 Slide the pan in place under the pan retainers Push the pan to the rear of the broiler compartment 4 Close the broiler door To unlock apply force Broiler Pan After broiling remove the broiler pan and carefully pour out the grease in the pan into a proper container If food has burned on sprinkle the pan with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth Burned on foods will soak loose while the meal is being served Lift Off Oven Door on some models The oven door is removable on some models but itis heavy You may need help removing and replacing the door To remove the door 7 Open the door to the full open position Z Raise the locking mechanism by applying force to the locking mechanism lever 3 Close the door until it stops against the locking mechanism 4 Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up and off the hinges To replace the door Position the slots in the bottom of the door squarely over the hinges Then lower the door slowly and evenly over both hinges at the same time 2 Open the door to the full open position and press the locking mechanism back into its original position DO NOT
18. al plate for your range is located under the cooktop on the right side of the burner box 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 A q Q 3 A S Q S sdij Guyooysajqnosy aIINAag 1 WOJSNI 33 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning A S S S A S Ss S Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Before You Call For Service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the chart on this page Q first and you may not need to call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Top burners do not light The pilots are not lit e 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 the
19. ame 7 First 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 A To correcta yellow flame Increase size of air shutter opening Troubleshooting Tips B To correcta lifting but distinct blue flame Decrease size of air shutter opening Customer Service Read these instructions completely and carefully Vi i 2 When All Hookups Are Complete a N 7 Make sure all controls are left in the OFF Q N position Make sure the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the range is unobstructed suon nysuj Ajajes Mobile Home Installation Be sure the installation of this range 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 suon nysuj bu esado buiueajg pue aseg Model and Serial Number Location The seri
20. arly 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 Broiler Drawer The broiler pan is held in place by a wire broiler rack To open the broiler 7 Gently lift up and pull forward on the drop down broiler door Z Pull the broiler pan forward Itwill reach a temporary stop position 3 Continue to pull forward and the broiler pan will pull out to expose the entire broiler grill surface 4 Remove the broiler pan from the broiler rack by lifting up on the front of the broiler pan so it will clear the wire rack Then pull forward slightly and use both hands to lift the pan free of the rack 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 should 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 steel wool pads or an oven cleaner following pack
21. as muchas possible rather than being placed to the front or to the back of the oven 2 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 BorC Cookies or cupcakes Bor C Brownies BorC Layer cakes BorC Bundt or pound cakes AorB Pies or pie shells Bor C Frozen pies on cookie sheet A Casseroles BorC To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature selecting a higher temperature does not shorten the preheat time 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 42inch space between pans as well as from the back of the oven the door and the sides 13 If you need to use two shelves stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other suon nysuj Gunesadg suon nysuj Ajajes buiueajg pue aseg A q Q 3 A S Q S a sdij Gunooysajqnosy 2141 1 WOJSNI Operating Instructions Sa
22. controls for all burners are at the OFF position and all grates are cool before attempting to remove them E Should you have a grease fire turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flames H If range is located near a window do not hang long curtains that could blow over the top burners and create a fire hazard E When a pilot goes out on standing pilot models you will detect a faint odor of gas as your signal to relight the pilot When relighting the pilot make sure burner controls are in the OFF position and follow instructions in this manual to relight E Ifyou 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 use an open flame to locate a leak E Keep range clean and free of accumulations of grease or spillovers which may ignite E Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the area over the pilot on standing pilot models will be hot FLOORING UNDER THE RANGE suononjsuy Ajajes Your range like so many other household items is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting When moving the range on this type of flooring it should be installed on a 1 4 thick sheet of plywood or similar material as follows 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 sam
23. der the cooktop on the right side wall Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your range properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your range fey IF YOU NEED SERVICE _ _ _ Y ou ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section Ifyou review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all Ifyou do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section of this manual Safety Information Anti Tip Device 4 Safety Precautions 45 OVE y nasu ieSe 5 Surface Cooking Units 6 Operating Instructions Using the Surface Burners 8 9 Using the Oven 10 17 Care and Cleaning Lift Up Cooktop 18 BUINGrS oaan 19 Oven Shelves 0 19 Removable Oven Bottom 20 Lift Off Oven Door 21 Porcelain Oven Interior 22 Installation Instructions Before You Begin 23 Dimensions amp Clearances 24 Anti Tip Device 27 Connect the Range to Gas 29 Air Shutter Adjustment 32 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Ca
24. ds For best results with your old favorite recipes use margarine butter or stick spreads containing at least 70 vegetable oil Using the oven 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 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 Asa general rule place most foods in the middle of the oven on either the shelf position B or 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
25. e 30 40 minutes Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven Allow 1 to 11 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 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 A smaller sheet of foil may be used to catch a spillover by placing it on a lower shelf several inches below the food 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 Using the oven for roasting 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 suon nysuj Ajajes How to Set the Oven For Roasting 7 P
26. e level or higher than the floor covering This will allow the range to be moved for suononysuy Guyesadg cleaning or servicing LEVELING THE RANGE x Q Leveling legs are located on each corner of One of the rear leveling legs will engage the 2 the base of the range Your range must be Anti Tip device allow for some side to side 2 level in order to produce proper cooking and adjustment Allow a minimum clearance of E baking results After it is in its final location 1 8 inch between the range and the leveling place a level horizontally on any oven shelf leg that is to be installed into the Anti Tip and check the levelness front to back and side device to side Level the range by adjusting the leveling legs or by placing shims under the corners as needed A gt q Q 3 2 S Q S 77 D Y Read and follow this Safety Information carefully ASNN SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ON sdiy Gunooysajqnosy a9INag 1 WOJSNI Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning n S Ss gt S z Ss amp 3 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Using the surface burners Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Top pilots adjustment screw Manifold pipe Thermostat Top pilots adjustment screw controls the rate of gas to the top burner pilots eu Lighting Instructions for Electric Ignition Models The surface bur
27. enerated by the range E Make sure all controls remain in the OFF position when the range is not in use Read these instructions completely and carefully Tools You Will Need For leveling legs E Channel lock pliers For gas supply connection E Pipe wrench For conversion from Natural to LP gas E 12 inch open end wrench For burner flame adjustment E Phillips head and blade type screwdrivers Additional Materials You May Need For Flexible Connection H Gas line shut off valve HE Pipe joint sealant that resists action of LP gas E 1 2inch pipe nipple For Rigid Connection H Pipe fittings as required Installing the Backguard Remove the cooktop Place the backguard on top of the end panels at the rear of the range Connect the disconnect plug for power to the backguard from the range Insert the machine screws through the lower inside flange of the end caps and the end panels Secure with the hex nuts provided Insert the machine screws through the elongated holes at the bottom of the backguard and side flange of the burner box Secure with the hex nuts provided Attach the lower edge of the backguard to the vent outlet with 2 sheet metal screws Mi Flexible metal appliance connector same 3 4inch or 1 2 inch I D as gas supply line H Flare union adapter line 1 2 inch NPT x 3 4inch or 1 2 inch L D 25 suoyonysuy G
28. f the oven door handles or any exterior surface of the oven wood or painted surfaces The cleaner can damage these surfaces Installation of the range Read these instructions completely and carefully W Vis Pz Important o NU Remove all packing material and literature from N oven before connecting gas and electrical supply to range W EUD Sf Before You Begin a NS Read these instructions completely and CONSUMER Keep this Owner s Manual and the Q carefully Installation Instructions for future use IMPORTANT Save these instructions for the This appliance must be properly grounded local electrical inspector s use INSTALLER Leave these instructions with the appliance after installation is completed SA For Your Safety N f you smell gas Do not store or use combustible materials ZANAN 7 Open windows gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Don t touch electrical switches Extinguish any open flame AN So No Immediately call your gas supplier WARNING E mproper installation adjustment alteration E Flexible connectors If the range is service or maintenance can cause injury or connected with a flexible connector use property damage Refer to this manual caution when moving it away from the wall For assistance or additional information Flexible connectors are not intended for consult a qualif
29. fety Instructions Care and Cleaning n S Ss gt S z Ss amp Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Using the oven for baking Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model For best results use only one cookie sheet in the oven at a time SS A H AM i L 14 Cookies 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 rather than being placed to the front or to the back of the oven Oven Shelves Flat cookie sheets without sides produce better looking 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 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 Aluminum Foil Never entirely cover a shelf with aluminum foil This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking 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 bak
30. foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls E Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury E Do not use aluminum foil anywhere in the oven except as described in this book Misuse could result in a fire hazard or damage to the range E When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturer s directions E Use only glass cookware that is recommended for use in gas ovens E After broiling always take the broiler pan out of the range and clean it Leftover grease in the broiler pan can catch fire the next time you use the pan E When broiling if meat is too close to the flame the fat may ignite Trim excess fat to prevent excessive flare ups E Make sure the broiler pan is in place correctly to reduce the possibility of grease fires E If you should have a grease fire in the broiler pan turn off oven control and keep broiler drawer and oven door closed to contain fire until it burns out H Never leave jars of fat drippings on or near your range suoyonysuy Guyesadg suo n nysuj Aayes buiueajg pue aseg A gt Ry Q 3 A S Q S a sd Gunooysajqnosy aIINag 1 WOJSNI Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning n S S gt S z s Ss amp Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY INF
31. fully following the steps below To light the oven pilot during an electrical power outage 7 Be sure the OVEN TEMP knob isin the OFF position Z Open both the oven and broiler doors and wait 5 minutes to allow any pilot gas to dissipate 3 Unplug the range from the wall outlet turn off the circuit breaker or remove the fuse to avoid accidental ignition of the oven if electrical power is restored while you are lighting the pilot 4 Remove the broiler pan Locate the oven pilot assembly by looking into the broiler opening The pilotis at the back of the broiler compartment on the left side of the burner NOTE The oven must be at room temperature before you should attempt to light the oven pilot manually 6 Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired temperature setting 7 Light the pilot with a match and withdraw your arm immediately because the oven burner may light in as little as 20 seconds 8 Replace the broiler pan and close the oven and broiler doors NOTE It is necessary to light the pilot manually each time the oven is used during a power outage 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 Remove the oven bottom See the Care and cleaning of the range section Find the ove
32. he 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 Tilt the burner to one side at the end closest to the igniter This disengages it from the gas valves at the front of the range It lifts out easily 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 The shelves can be cleaned by hand using soap and water or with an abrasive cleaner After cleaning rinse the shelves 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 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 D
33. hen 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 the shelf back into the oven This will eliminate reaching into the hot oven A q Q 3 A S Q S a 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 sdij Gunooysajqno y 211 J WOJSNI 11 Safety Instructions i Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning n S Ss gt S z Ss amp Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Using the oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Oven Shelf Positions The oven has four shelf supports A bottom B C and D top Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the Using your oven for baking and Using your oven for roasting sections The oven has 4 shelf positions Oven Vents E The oven is vented through duct openings
34. ied installer service agency repeated bending Do not allow cleaners to manufacturer dealer or the gas supplier get on them Never reuse old flexible connectors this can cause gas leaks and personal injury Always use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance They must comply with ANSI 221 24 latest edition 23 suoyonysuy bu esado suon nysuj Ajajes buiueajg pue aseg A 2 Q 3 A S Q S sdij Guyooysajqnouy a9IMag Jauiojsng Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Y D Q wa 3 Customer Service Installation of the range Read these instructions completely and carefully 24 Dimensions and Clearances ef Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces 25 1 2 from wall to front of control panel 40 20 Depth including handle 25 9 16 24 Depth to front of control knobs 26 1 8 Important Safety Instructions Installation of this range must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 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 the American Gas Associati
35. inches The serial 3 valve on plate located under the main top in the burner box area indicates for which type of gas your For an accurate pressure check have at least range was factory adjusted 2 other top burners burning Be sure the gas supply inlet pressure is at least one inch above specified range manifold pressure a9IMag Jauiojsng 29 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning V S S S A S Ss z Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Installation of the range Read these instructions completely and carefully Ste a ee i To Make Electrical Connection if range has electric ignition CAUTION FOR PERSONAL SAFETY DO NOT E Wiring must conform to National Electric USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS Codes or the prevailing local code for a range of APPLIANCE this kilowatt rating See the rating plate under the cooktop for this information E This appliance must be supplied with the i i proper voltage and frequency and connected W If the electric supply provided does not meet to an individual properly grounded and the above specifications call a licensed polarized branch circuit protected by a circuit electrician breaker or time delay fuse as noted on the rating plate u A WARNING lt Electrical Grounding Instructions r I N This appliance is equipped with a three prong Q N grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard
36. knob in and turn it to LITE Hlon pilot models On electric ignition models you will hear a little clicking noise the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner 2 After the burner ignites turn the knob to adjust the flame size 4 Ifthe pilots need adjusting turn the adjusting screw located on the pilot filter 3 Lower the cooktop Your surface burners are now ready for use 6 Observe lighted burners Compare the flames to pictures in the Before you call for service section If any flame is unsatisfactory call for service After Lighting a Burner E Check to be sure the burner you turned on is the one you want to use H 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 E Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you place your hand a pot holder cleaning cloths or other materials on them Ty 3 4 finite a SE A 3 4 Flame height on HI setting 1 8 flame height in the low position Never let the flame extend up the sides of the cookware Air Adjustment An air adjustment shutter for each surface burner regulates the flow of air to the flame When the right amount of air flows into the burner the flame will be steady relatively quiet and have approximately 3 4inch sharp blue cones This is usually the case with factory preset shu
37. lace the shelf in the A or B position No preheating is necessary Z Check the weight of the meat Place it fat side up or for poultry breast side up on a roasting rack ina Place the shelf in the A or B shallow pan The melting fat will position baste the meat Select a pan as close to the size of the meatas 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 3 Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired setting suoyjonysuy Gunesadg Z After roasting is complete turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and then remove the food from the oven EN buiueajg pue aseg A a Q 3 A S Q S 7 sdij Gunooysajqnosy a9INag Jauoj sng 15 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning n S S gt S z s Ss amp Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Using the oven for broiling these steps to keep spattering and smoking to a minimum Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the food Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled Follow 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 and broiler compartment doors should be closed during broiling Y No How t
38. ll For Service 34 Customer Service Warranty 00 00 c ccc 35 Service Telephone Numbers Back Cover suononysuy Gunesadg suo n nnsuj Aajes buiueajg pue aseg A 2 q S 3 A S 2 S 7 sd Gunooysajqnosy 99IMag J WOJSNI Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning n S S gt S z s Ss amp Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING W hb if you or a child stand sit or lean on an open door 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 A WARNING ANTI TIP DEVICE All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach an approved Anti Tip device to the floor See Installation Instructions 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 If itis not there is a possible risk of the range tipping over E Have the installer show you the location of the range gas cut off valve and how to shut it off if necessary
39. m 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 the mounting brackets Bumers 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 call for determined visually service 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 A Yellow flames B Yellow tips C Soft blue flames Call for service on outer cones Normal for natural NormalforLPgas gas Burner flames very LP gas is improperly e Check all steps in the Installation of the range large or yellow connected section Oven will The thermostat capillary e Make sure the thermostat capillary bulb located in the not work 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 See the Using the oven sections Incorrect cookware or e See the Using the oven for baking or roasting section cookware of improper size being used Oven bottom not securely e See the Care and cleaning of the range section seated in
40. n pilot port at the back of the oven reach in and light the oven pilot 2 3 4 Using a long match or match holder Replace the oven bottom and close the door Your oven and broiler are now ready for use E To light the oven burner turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired temperature The burner should light within 60 seconds E Power failure An electrical power failure will not affect the standing oven pilot Oven Control Your oven is controlled by an OVEN TEMP knob It will normally take 30 90 seconds before the flame comes on suon nysuj Ajajes After the oven reaches the selected temperature the oven burner cycles off completely then on with a full flame to maintain the selected temperature suoyjonysuy Gunesadg Air Adjustment An air adjustment shutter for the oven burner To adjust the flow of air loosen the Phillips regulates the flow of air to the flame head screw and rotate the shutter to allow You ll find the shutter against the back rea a less air into the burner tube as faa wall behind the broiler drawer To reach aa gt ie it remove the oven bottom see the Care When the right amount of air flows into a and cleaning of the range section and the the burner the flame should be steady 2 burner baffle with approximately 1 2 inch blue cones and should not extend out over the S baffle edges 2 amp Oven Shelves The shelves are designed with stop locks so w
41. nd cleaning of the range 22 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 cupin a shallow glass or pottery container in a cold oven overnight The ammonia fumes will help loosen the burned on grease and food lf 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 o
42. ners on some models are lighted 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 lighted 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 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 or off see the Care and cleaning of the range section 3 Locate the 2 pilot ports and light each of them with a match Surface Burner Controls The knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are located on the control panel on the front of the range The two knobs on the left control the left front and left rear burners The two knobs on the right control the right front and right rear burners To Light a Surface Burner 7 Push the control
43. nity of this or any other appliance DEVICES PACKED WITH WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS l RANGE E SEE INSTALLATION E Do not try to light any appliance INSTRUCTIONS Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building E Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions H 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 CERTIFIED Congratulations You Are Now Part of Our Family Welcome to the family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use Owner s Manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you use your range That s important because your new range will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying our product We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home A Service Partnership ao NUV Fill outand return the Consumer Product Registration Card Q N thatis packed with this product FOR YOUR RECORDS i Write the model and serial numbers here You can find them on a label un
44. o Set Your Oven for Broiling You can change the distance of the food from the heat source by positioning the broiler pan in the broiler compartment A bottom of broiler compartment or second position Most broiling should be done in position A Preheat the broiler for best results 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 Close the oven and broiler compartment door Use of Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan However you must mold the foil tightly to the pan 5 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 Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF Remove the broiler pan from the broiler compartment and serve the food immediately Leave the pan outside the range to cool suon nysuj Ajajes Broiling Guide E The oven and broiler compartment E When arranging food on pan do not doors 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 pping compartment with your range S i E Use tongs to turn the meat Pierced
45. o 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 19 suoyonysuy bu esado suon nysuj Ajajes buiueajg pue aseg A a Q 3 A S Q S a sdij Gunooysajqnosy a9IMag Jaulojsn7 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning A S S S 7 Ss Ss S Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Care and cleaning of the range Removable Oven Bottom First remove the shelves from the oven The oven bottom lifts from the rear Grasp each side of the oven bottom and lift upward from the rear until the bottom is clear lift it to remove from the front Cleaning the Oven Bottom The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish To make cleaning easier protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers This is particul
46. on 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 these precautions in the Important Safety Instructions in the front of this guide Read them carefully WA range should NOT be installed directly over kitchen carpeting unless an insulating pad of 1 4 inch thick piece of plywood is placed between the range and carpet Minimum to 30 G Le 7 cabinets on ie Minimum to wall on 13 either side 18 Minimum either side of range Maximum depth of range Wide Wide above 36 height for cabinets above range top 0 clearance below cooking top and at rear of range A Ble H Be sure your range is properly installed by a qualified installer or service technician E This range must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in their absence with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 latest edition and Canadian Gas Association according to CAN CGA 1 1 latest edition See Electrical Connection Information E Before installing the range in an area covered with linoleum or any other synthetic floor covering make sure the floor covering can withstand heat at least 90 F above room temperature without shrinking warping or discoloring E Make sure the wall coverings around the range can withstand the heat g
47. onvenience 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 or detach and use the form in this Owner s Manual Printed in the USA
48. 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 30 suonanysuj Gunesadg suon nysuj Ajajes buiueajg pue aseg A z S 3 A S g S sdiy Gunooysajqnosy 99IMag J WOJSNI Consumer Support GE Appliances Website www 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 catalogs or even schedule service on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts your questions and so much more Schedule Service www GEAppliances com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door Get on line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year Or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 during normal business hours Real Life Design Studio www 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
49. re delivered by the regulator supplied The pressure regulator must not be removed To convert the regulator from one gas to another refer to the following illustration that applies Harper Wyman Regulator For a Harper Wyman regulator remove converter cap by inserting a coin into slot in top and twisting Turn cap over and re install 28 Convert Burner Orifices and Pressure Regulator if necessary SCP Regulator On the SCP regulator unscrew the converter using a 5 8 wrench Turn the cap over and reinstall NOTE What you read on the converter cap or plunger is the type of gas for which the regulator is set If yours reads NAT the regulator is set for natural gas If yours reads LP the regulator is set for LP E For proper operation the maximum inlet pressure to the regulator must be no more than 14 inches of water column pressure For checking the regulator the inlet pressure must be at least l inch of water column 3 4 KPA greater than the regulator output setting If the regulator is set for 4 inches of water column pressure the inlet pressure must be at least 5 inches If the regulator is set for 10 inches the inlet pressure must be at least 11 inches E The gas supply line to the range should be 1 2 inch or 3 4 inch pipe For standing pilot models make the necessary oven pilot adjustment see directions in the f Range Has Standing Pilots Light and Adjust Surface Burner Pilots section Also
50. rer 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 E 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 E Do not leave children alone or unattended where a range is hot or in operation They could be seriously burned E Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the door broiler drawer or range top They could damage the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury E Clean only parts listed in this manual S ley 7 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SS Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance Be careful when reaching for items stored in cabinets over the cooktop Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with flame or hot oven surfaces and may cause severe burns Vib Je COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY NS Cook meat and poultry thoroughly meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160 F and poultry On E Let burner grates and other surfaces cool before touching them or leaving them where children can reach them E
51. rly 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 the soil Then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary Grasp the two front burner wells and lift the cooktop up or off Be careful of the pilots when the cooktop is up After cleaning underneath the cooktop with hot soapy water and a clean cloth lower or replace the cooktop 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 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 t
52. the screw does not penetrate electrical wiring or plumbing If you cannot be sure of this use a shorter screw that will not penetrate through the flooring 7 Decide whether the anti tip bracket will be installed on the right or left side of the range location Z Ethe bracket side of the range is next toa cabinet place the bracket against back wall and cabinet If there is no adjacent cabinet determine where the location of the range side painted outside panel will be Place the bracket with its outside edge at this location and against the back wall Outside edge of bracket should be flush with the outside of the range Wall behind range Adjacent cabinet or final location of range side panel Screw the bracket securely to the floor with the screw provided The screw is self drilling in wood plywood particle and chip board and most metal framing If attaching to masonry you can buy suitable screws and or anchors at hardware stores Use a masonry drill to drill the required holes Anti tip bracket ye Wall Using the wrench back out the four range legs at least two turns Level the range See the Protect Your Floor and Leveling the Range information in the nstallation the range section of this manual for leveling information Slide the range into place 27 suoyonysuy Gunesadg suon nysuj Ajajes buiueajg pue aseg A 2 q Q A S Q
53. the range and its individual shut off valve from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the system at test pressures greater than 1 2 psig 6 Check alignment of valves after connecting the range to the gas supply to be sure the manifold pipe has not been moved A misalignment could cause the valve knob stem to rub on the control panel resulting in a gas leak at the valve buiueajg pue aseg 3 Install a manual shutoffvalve in the gas line in an easily accessible location outside of the range Be sure you know how and where to shut off the gas supply to the range Isolate the range from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 4 Check for leaks After connecting the range to gas check the system for leaks with a liquid leak detector at all joints and connections A 2 q Q gt A S Q S S S Jo Checking Manifold Gas Pressure A ao NA fit should be necessary to check the manifold gas The gas supply pressure should never be over Q Q N pressure connect manometer water gauge or 14 inches W C When properly adjusted for 5 other pressure device to the top burner orifice Natural Gas the W C pressure is 4 inches for LP farthest from the manifold inlet and turn burner Gas the W C pressure is 10
54. tter settings With too much air the flame will be unsteady possibly won t burn all the way around and will be noisy sounding like a blowtorch With not enough air you won t see any sharp blue cones in the flame you may see yellow tips and soot may accumulate on pots and pans 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 saucepans 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 Manifold pipe A Air adjustment shutter N Top burner valve To adjust the flow of air to the burners rotate the shutters to allow more or less air into the burner tubes as needed
55. unesadg suon nysuj Ajajes buiueajg pue aseg A 2 q Q A S gQ S sdij Guyooysajqnoy a9IMag Jaulojsng Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning V S S S A S Ss z Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Installation of the range Read these instructions completely and carefully Step Range Location Do not set the range over holes in the floor or other locations where it may be subject to strong drafts Any opening in the wall behind the range and in the floor under the range should be sealed Make sure the flow of combustion or ventilation air is not obstructed Recommended gas and electric supply location y Electrical Connection Area w a N v4 yji CZ Ge om By ae 1 DNN Gas Hookup S AAN Area ae x bos A Check local codes before making connections PERR P P 27 Wie 24 Wide 26 Read these instructions completely and carefully A WARNING Anti Tip Bracket e ALL RANGES CAN TIP e INJURY COULD RESULT e INSTALL ANTI TIP DEVICE PACKED WITH RANGE e SEE INSTRUCTIONS Vib oa Ly N N Tools You Will Need E Phillips head screwdriver E 13 or adjustable wrench H Flat blade screwdriver Anti Tip Bracket Installation Instructions Anti tip bracket attaches to the floor to hold either rear range leg When fastening to the floor be sure that
56. watch foods being fried ata high flame setting H Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop at the top and bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range under the broiler drawer E 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 sides of the pan E Use 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 E When flaming foods under the hood turn the fan on H Ifa combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly E Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats E Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point E When using glass cookware make sure it is designed for top of range cooking E Keep all plastics away from top burners E Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent E Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers which may cause them to burst E To avoid the possibility of a burn always be certain that the
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