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use CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop

Cleaner on the glass cooktop. Other creams

may not be as effective.
To maintain and protect the surface of your

glass cooktop, follow these steps:

Before using the cooktop for the

first time, clean it with CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner. This helps

protect the top and makes clean-up

easier.
Daily use of CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic

Cooktop Cleaner will help keep the

cooktop looking new.
Remove the burner grates.

Shake the cleaning cream well. Apply a

few drops of CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic

Cooktop Cleaner directly to the cooktop.
Use a paper towel or CERAMA BRYTE

Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops to

clean the entire cooktop surface.
Use a dry cloth or paper towel

to remove all cleaning residue.

No need to rinse. Be sure no excess

residue is left on the electrodes or

burner parts.

NOTE:

It is very important that you DO NOT

heat the cooktop until it has been cleaned

thoroughly.

Burned-On Residue

WARNING:

DaMage to your glass surface

may occur if you use scrub pads other than

those recommended.

Allow the cooktop to cool.
Remove the burner grates. Spread

a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic

Cooktop Cleaner to the entire burned

residue area.
Using the included CERAMA BRYTE

Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops, rub

the residue area, applying pressure as

needed.

If any residue remains, repeat the steps

listed above as needed.
For additional protection, after all

residue has been removed, polish the

entire surface with CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and a paper

towel.

The CeRaMa BRYTe

Ceramic

Cooktop Scraper and all

recommended supplies are

available through our Parts Center.

See instructions under “To Order

Parts” section on next page.

NOTE:

Do not use a dull or

nicked blade.

Clean your cooktop after

each spill. Use CERAMA

BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop

Cleaner.

Heavy, Burned-On Residue

Allow the cooktop to cool.
Remove the burner grates.
Use a single-edge razor blade scraper

at approximately a 45° angle against

the glass surface and scrape the soil.

It will be necessary to apply pressure

to the razor scraper in order to remove

the residue.

After scraping with the razor scraper,

spread a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner to the entire

burned residue area. Use the CERAMA

BRYTE

Cleaning Pad to remove any

remaining residue.
For additional protection, after all

residue has been removed, polish the

entire surface with CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and a paper

towel.

Use a CeRaMa BRYTe

Cleaning

Pad for Ceramic Cooktops or a

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Multi-Purpose No

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Summary of Contents for 49-85179

Page 1: ...ing 8 9 Care and Cleaning Burner Assembly 24 26 Burner Grates 24 Control Panel and Knobs 30 Cooktop Surface 26 28 Door Removal 29 Oven Bottom 29 Oven Light Replacement 30 Oven Vents 29 Self Cleaning 24 25 Racks 30 Stainless Steel Surfaces 26 Storage Drawer 28 Installation Instructions 31 43 Air Adjustment 41 Anti Tip Device 43 Checking Burner Ignition 41 42 Connecting the Range to Gas 35 38 Dimens...

Page 2: ... personal injury or loss of life Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To reduce the risk of tipping the range the range must be secured by a properly installed anti tip bracket See installation instructions shipped with the bracket for complete details before attempting to install To check if the bracket is ins...

Page 3: ...th a properly grounded three prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance SaFeTY PReCaUTIONS IMPORTaNT SaFeTY NOTICe The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic enforcement act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires busines...

Page 4: ...lammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with flame or hot oven surfaces and may cause severe burns n Do not store flammable materials in an oven a range storage drawer a warming drawer or near a cooktop n Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance n Do not let cooking grease or other flamm...

Page 5: ...slowly n Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point n 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 n Do not flame foods on the cooktop If you do flame foods under the hood turn the fan on n Do not use a wok on the cooking surface if the wok ...

Page 6: ...r stirring utensils on glass cooktop surface when it is in use They may become hot and could cause burns n Do not place or store items that can melt or catch fire on the grates even when the cooktop is not being used n Clean the cooktop surface with caution If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot surface be careful to avoid steam burns Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if ap...

Page 7: ...ility of grease fires n If you should have a grease fire in a broiler pan touch the Clear Off pad and keep the oven door closed to contain fire until it burns out n For safety and proper cooking performance always bake and broil with the oven door closed Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven The hot air and steam that escape can cause burns to hands face and eyes OVeN n Be ...

Page 8: ...oting Tips Consumer Support Before Lighting a Gas Burner n Make sure all burners are in place n Make sure all grates on the range are properly placed before using any burner After Lighting a Gas Burner n Do not operate the 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 n Be sure the burners and grates are coo...

Page 9: ...the manufacturer recommends Stove Top Grills on models with sealed burners Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners If you use the stove top grill on the sealed gas burner it will cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards This can be hazardous to your health Wok This Way on models with sealed burners We recommen...

Page 10: ...o cool for one hour Put the oven back into operation If the function error code repeats disconnect the power to the range and call for service Kitchen Timer On Off Pad Touch this pad to select the timer feature Then press the and pads to adjust the timer Timer Light Flashes while in edit mode you can change the set time at this point Glows when the timer has been activated Flashes again when the t...

Page 11: ...ou can change the length of time for the self clean cycle at this point Glows when the oven is in the self clean cycle After the self clean cycle the light will turn off Unlatch the door Clear Off Pad Touch this pad to cancel ALL oven operations except the clock and timer Broil Hi Lo Pad Touch this pad to select the broil function BroilLight Flashes while in edit mode you can switch from Hi to Lo ...

Page 12: ...ll not tilt When placing and removing cookware pull the rack out to the bump on the rack support To remove a rack pull it toward you tilt the front end up and pull it out To replace place the end of the rack stop locks on the support tilt up the front and push the rack in NOTE The rack is not designed to slide out at the special low rack R position The oven has 5 rack positions It also has a speci...

Page 13: ...ach other or the walls of the oven For best results when baking four cake layers at a time use racks B and D Place the lower pans at the back of the rack and the upper pans at the front of the rack as shown so that one pan is not directly above another leaving approximately 1 1 2 between pans from the front back and sides of the walls The oven has a special low rack R position just above the oven ...

Page 14: ...21 2 lbs C 12 15 10 12 Well Done C 25 16 18 Chicken 1 whole B 30 35 15 20 Brush each side with melted 2 to 21 2 lbs butter Broil skin side down split lengthwise first 4 bone in breasts B 25 30 10 15 Lobster Tails 2 4 C 13 16 Do not Cut through back of shell 6 to 8 oz each turn Spread open Brush with over melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time Fish Fillets 1 4 to 1 2 thick D ...

Page 15: ...timing functions to work properly The time of day cannot be changed during a delayed cooking or a delayed self cleaning cycle Touch the Clock pad twice Touch the or pads If the or pads are not touched within one minute after you touch the Clock pad the display reverts to the original setting If this happens touch the Clock pad twice and reenter the time of day Touch the Start On pad until the time...

Page 16: ...by touching the Kitchen Timer On Off pad and then touching the or pads to enter the new time you want To Cancel the Timer Touch the Kitchen Timer On Off pad twice End of Cycle Tones on some models Clear the tones by pressing the pad of the function you are using Power Outage If a flashing time is in the display you have experienced a power failure Reset the clock To reset the clock touch the Clock...

Page 17: ... Touch the Clear Off pad to clear the display if necessary Remove the food from the oven Remember even though the oven shuts off automatically foods continue cooking after controls are off How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop The oven will turn on at the time of day you set cook for a specific length of time and then turn off automatically Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day...

Page 18: ...pecial features of your oven control on some models 12 Hour Shut Off With this feature should you forget and leave the oven on the control will automatically turn off the oven after 12 hours during baking functions or after 3 hours during a broil function If you wish to turn OFF this feature follow the steps below Touch the Bake and Broil Hi Lo pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display...

Page 19: ...ke pad and tap the or pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 25 increments Touch the Start On pad When cooking is finished the display will change from to indicating that the oven has turned OFF but is still set in Sabbath Remove the cooked food Using the Sabbath feature on some models Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays GEAppliances com How to Set for Regular Baking Roast...

Page 20: ...lock pad until ON or OFF appears in the display ON indicates that the oven will automatically turn off after 12 hours OFF indicates that the oven will not automatically turn off See the Special features section for an explanation of the 12 Hour Shut Off feature Touch the Start On pad NOTE If a power outage occurred while the oven was in Sabbath the oven will automatically turn off and stay off eve...

Page 21: ...you have made the adjustment touch the Start On pad to go back to the time of day display Use your oven as you would normally NOTE This adjustment will not affect the broiling or self cleaning temperatures It will be retained in memory after a power failure 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 ...

Page 22: ...eratures may damage the porcelain finish of the oven IMPORTANT The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self cleaning cycle of any range Move birds to another well ventilated room Never force the latch handle Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly Usin...

Page 23: ...time of day Follow the directions in the Before a Clean Cycle section Latch the door NOTE Never force the latch If the oven is too hot you will not be able to slide the latch Allow the oven to cool Touch the Self Clean pad Touch the or pads to set the Clean Time The Clean Time is preset for 4 hours and 20 minutes You can change the Clean Time to any time between 3 and 5 hours depending on the amou...

Page 24: ...s and burner heads can be lifted off making them easy to clean The burner bases and electrodes are not removable CAUTION Do not operate the cooktop without all burner parts and grates in place 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 ho...

Page 25: ...owders to clean the burners or electrodes This can damage the burners and electrically short the electrodes Replacement The top sides of the Right Front Right Rear and Left Front burner heads are marked with the letters RF RR and LF respectively to aid reassembly NOTE Before removing the burner caps and heads remember their size and location Replace them in the same location after cleaning The top...

Page 26: ...en Cooktop Surface on porcelain cooktop models To avoid damaging the porcelain enamel surface of the cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull clean up spills right away Foods with a lot of acid tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices etc or foods with high sugar content could cause a dull spot if allowed to set When the surface has cooled wash and rinse For other spills such as fat spatterings etc wa...

Page 27: ...d for Ceramic Cooktops rub the residue area applying pressure as needed If any residue remains repeat the steps listed above as needed For additional protection after all residue has been removed polish the entire surface with CERAMABRYTE Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and a paper towel The CeRaMa BRYTe Ceramic Cooktop Scraper and all recommended supplies are available through our Parts Center See instru...

Page 28: ...oktop b Remove the spill with paper towels Any remaining spillover should be left until the surface of the cooktop has cooled Don t use the surface units again until all of the residue has been completely removed NOTE If pitting or indentation in the glass surface has already occurred the cooktop glass will have to be replaced In this case service will be necessary Damage from Sugary Spills and Me...

Page 29: ... and rinse n Do not use oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door Oven Bottom The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish To make cleaning easier protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers by placing a cookie sheet on the rack below the rack you are cooking on This is particularly important when baking a fruit pie or other foods with a high acid content...

Page 30: ... Knobs It s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use of the oven Use a damp cloth to clean or rinse For cleaning use mild soap and water or a 50 50 solution of vinegar and water For rinsing use clean water Polish dry with a soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleaners plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control panel they will damage the finish Do not bend ...

Page 31: ... 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 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 Open windows Don t touch electrical switc...

Page 32: ...ation hood over the range that projects forward at least 5 beyond the front of the cabinets n 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 The hood must be at least as wide as the appliance and centered over the applia...

Page 33: ...top and at the range back 30 30 1 2 Minimum 13 To wall on either side standard burner models To wall on either side sealed burner models Maximum depth for cabinets above countertops Front edge of the range side panel forward from cabinet 18 0 Minimum 1 4 Minimum Minimum to cabinets on either side of the range 36 To cabinets below cooktop and at the range back 30 30 6 Minimum 13 Minimum clearance t...

Page 34: ...with your purchase call 1 800 626 8774 to receive one at no cost in Canada call 1 800 561 3344 For installation instructions of the bracket visit geappliances com in Canada geappliances ca n 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 coul...

Page 35: ...should have an I D of 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 1 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 ...

Page 36: ...ub shut off valve Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup GAS PIPE AnD ElECTRICAl oUTlET loCATIonS for models with Standard Twin Burners This area allows for flush range installation with through the floor connection of pipe stub shut off valve Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup This area allows for flush range installation with through the wa...

Page 37: ...3 4 Gas pipe Adapter Gas shut off valve Pressure regulator 45 Elbow Nipple Union 90 Elbow Black iron pipe Union Nipple Gas shut off valve 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe Gas Flow into Range Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve Gas Flow into Range Gas shut off valve 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe Pressure regulator Nipple 90 Elbow 90 Elbow Adapter Adapter 90 Elbow Quick connect or union...

Page 38: ...Pressure regulator Gas shut off valve Union Nipple Manifold pipe Pressure regulator 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe Gas shut off valve Nipple Union Black iron pipe 90 Elbow 38 Installation Instructions Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve Gas Flow into Range Gas Flow into Range 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe ...

Page 39: ...d automatically switch off power when a threshold leakage level is detected These devices must be manually reset by the consumer The National Electrical Code requires the use of GFCIs in kitchen receptacles installed to serve countertop surfaces Performance of the range will not be affected if operated on a GFCI protected circuit but occasional nuisance tripping of the GFCI breaker is possible 3 E...

Page 40: ...ured Home Installations latest edition 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 Electric Disconnect n Locate disconnect plug on the range back n Pinch sides of connector and pull out of range back 3 SEAl THE oPEnInGS Seal any ...

Page 41: ...on Try each burner in succession until all burners have been checked quality of Flames The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually If burner flames look like A call for 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 C Soft blue flames Normal for natural gas B Yellow tips ...

Page 42: ...ustable wrench to adjust the leveling legs until the range is level E After the range is level slide the range away from the wall so that the Anti Tip device can be installed 9 ADJUST THE BAKE AnD BRoIl BURnER AIR SHUTTERS IF nECESSARy what adjustment to make A If the flames are yellow open the air shutter more than the original setting B If the flames blow away or flutter from the burner close th...

Page 43: ...he bracket must be reinstalled 10 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 wARnInG n Range must be secured with an approved Anti Tip device n Unless properly installed the range could be tipped by you or a child standing sitting or leaning on an open door n After installing t...

Page 44: ...Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Notes 44 ...

Page 45: ...Surface burners light The oven gas shut off valve To check the oven gas shut off valve on sealed burner but oven does not may have accidentally been models remove the warming drawer storage drawer or moved during cleaning or kick panel see the Care and cleaning of the range section moving and look for the gas shut off lever at the back of the range To check the oven gas shut off valve on standard ...

Page 46: ...elf section adjustment Clock not set correctly See the Using the clock and timer section on some models Aluminum foil used improperly See the Care and cleaning of the range section in the oven oven bottom not securely See the Installation of the range section seated in position Food does not oven controls improperly set On models with touch pads make sure you touch broil properly the Broil Hi Lo p...

Page 47: ...g both the cooking and cleaning functions Excessive smoking Excessive soil On models with touch pads touch the Clear Off pad On models with an OVEN TEMPknob turn it to OFF Open the windows to rid the room of smoke Wait until the SELF CLEAN light goes off Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle Oven door will not open oven too hot Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature after a c...

Page 48: ...ection does not show in the display Display flashes Power failure Reset the clock on some models Unable to get the oven control pads were The Bake and Broil Hi Lo pads must be touched at display to show SF not touched properly the same time and held for 3 seconds on some models Power outage Power outage or surge Reset the clock If the oven was in use you must reset clock flashes it by touching the...

Page 49: ...38122 1027 In Canada ge Parts 1 Factory Lane Moncton N B e1C 9M3 Broiler Pan Order Form Quantity ____________________ Part Number______________________________________________________________ ____________________ ______________________________________________________________ ____________________ ______________________________________________________________ Model Number ______________ Serial Numbe...

Page 50: ...usion 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 For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of...

Page 51: ... the date of the limited one year warranty Mabe will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service original purchase to replace the defective part Staple your receipt here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty GE Gas Range Warranty For customers in Canada EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as pro...

Page 52: ...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 In Canada call 1 888 261 2133 Parts and accessories In the U S GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover ca...

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