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Safety Instructions

 . . . . . .2–7

Operating Instructions

Convection Oven . . . . . . . . . .21–24

Roasting Guide  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Timed Convection Baking  . . . . . .25

Griddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8–9

Restaurant Quality Steak . . . . . . . . .9

Lower Oven Drawer  . . . . . . . . . .30
Range Lockout   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10–13
Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 30
Upper Oven  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15–32

Aluminum Foil  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Baking or Roasting  . . . . . . . . . .16
Broiling Guide  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Clock and Timer  . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Oven Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Preheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Probe  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Sabbath Feature  . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .31, 32
Special Features  . . . . . . . . .26, 27
Timed Baking and
Roasting Features  . . . . . . . . . . .19

Care and Cleaning

Control Panel and Knobs  . . . . .36
Glass Cooktop Surface  . . . .38, 39
Griddle  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Lift-Off Oven Door  . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Lower Oven Drawer  . . . . . . . . . .35
Oven Air Vents  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Oven Heating Elements . . . . . . .34
Oven Light Replacement . . . . . .37
Oven Racks  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Self-Cleaning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31, 32
Stainless Steel Surfaces . . . . . . .33

Installation 
Instructions

 . . . . . . . . . . . .40–42

Anti-Tip Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Level the Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Accessories

 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Troubleshooting 
Tips

 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44–47

Consumer Support

Consumer 
Support  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Product Registration  . . . . . .49, 50
Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

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29-5648    08-08 JR

CBC980

Owner’s Manual

& Installation

Instructions

geappliances.ca

Radiant Self

-Cleaning Convection

Write the model and serial 
numbers here:

Model # ____________________

Serial #______________________

You can find them on a label on the
front of the range behind the lower
oven drawer.

Printed in Mexico

Summary of Contents for CBC980

Page 1: ...iddle 33 Lift Off Oven Door 34 Lower Oven Drawer 35 Oven Air Vents 36 Oven Heating Elements 34 Oven Light Replacement 37 Oven Racks 37 Self Cleaning 31 32 Stainless Steel Surfaces 33 Installation Instructions 40 42 Anti Tip Device 40 Level the Range 42 Safety Instructions 40 Accessories 48 Troubleshooting Tips 44 47 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 49 50 Warranty 5...

Page 2: ...ld damage the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury n Do not store flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop n CAUTION Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a range children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and...

Page 3: ...e 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 n Do not touch the surface units the heating elements or the interior surface of the oven These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are d...

Page 4: ...do flame foods under the hood turn the fan on n Keep an eye on foods being fried at high or medium high heat settings n Foods for frying should be as dry as possible Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan n Use little fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is ...

Page 5: ...r catch fire on the glass cooktop even when it is not being used n Be careful when placing spoons or other stirring utensils on the glass cooktop surface when it is in use They may become hot and could cause burns n Clean the cooktop with caution If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot surface unit be careful to avoid steam burns Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied ...

Page 6: ...se surfaces may be hot enough to burn REMEMBER The inside surface of the lower oven drawer may be hot when the drawer is opened n Use care when opening the lower oven drawer Open the drawer a crack and let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands face and or eyes n Do not use aluminum foil to line the lower oven drawer Foil i...

Page 7: ...e desired position while the oven is cool If racks must be handled when hot do not let pot holder contact the heating elements n Pulling out the rack to the stop lock is a convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls The lowest position R is not designed to slide n Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could b...

Page 8: ...eheated surface Preheat griddle according to the guide below then switch to the desired cook setting To turn on the surface units for the entire griddle turn the knob clockwise To turn on the surface unit for the back half of the griddle turn the knob counterclockwise CAUTION The entire griddle will still become hot IMPORTANT NOTES n Avoid cooking extremely greasy foods and be careful of grease sp...

Page 9: ...to taste and coat with olive oil or similar 3 Preheat the oven to BAKE at 425 with the oven rack in center position C 4 Place your Lodge cast iron griddle on the designated area of the cooktop and then preheat the griddle on the Hi setting for 5 minutes 5 Sear steak on each side for 3 minutes NOTE There will be smoke ensure there is proper ventilation 6 Remove your Lodge cast iron griddle from the...

Page 10: ...ood Placing uncooked or cold food on the COOK WARM ZONE could result in food borne illness Push and turn the control knob to any desired setting For best results all foods on the COOK WARM ZONEshould be covered with a lid or aluminum foil When warming pastries or breads the cover should be vented to allow moisture to escape Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from the COOK WARM ...

Page 11: ...e required to bring the water to a boil Use only flat bottomed woks Wok Cooking We recommend that you use only a flat bottomed wok They are available at your local retail store Do not use woks that have support rings Do not use round bottom woks You could be seriously burned if the wok tipped over Temperature Limiter Every radiant surface unit has a temperature limiter The temperature limiter prot...

Page 12: ...ace unit will cycle on and off to maintain your selected control setting It is safe to place hot cookware on the glass surface even when the cooktop is cool Even after the surface units are turned off the glass cooktop retains enough heat to continue cooking To avoid overcooking remove pans from the surface units when the food is cooked Avoid placing anything on the surface unit until it has coole...

Page 13: ...ps An overheated copper bottom pot will leave a residue that will permanently stain the cooktop if not removed immediately Porcelain Enamel Covered Cast Iron recommended As long as the cookware is covered completely with porcelain enamel this cookware is recommended Caution is recommended for cast iron cookware that is not completely covered with smooth porcelain enamel as it may scratch the glass...

Page 14: ...he clock and all programmed functions must be reset The time of day will flash in the display when there has been a power outage OVEN LIGHT Pad Touch to turn the oven light on or off START TIME pad Use along with COOKING TIME or SELF CLEAN pads to set the oven to start and stop automatically at a time you set COOK TIME Pad Touch and then touch the number pads to set the amount of time you want you...

Page 15: ...ninterrupted Avoid touching the vent openings or nearby surfaces during oven or broiler operation they may become hot n Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may become hot if left too close to the vent n Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent n Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will incre...

Page 16: ...it To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature Preheating is necessary when baking cakes cookies pastry and breads For ovens without a preheat indicator light or tone preheat 10 minutes Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven If you need to use two racks stagger the pans so one is not...

Page 17: ...es C 15 11 Beef Steaks Rare 3 4 to 1 thick E 6 4 Steaks less than 3 4 thick Medium 1 to 11 2 lbs D 8 6 are difficult to cook rare Well Done D 10 8 Slash fat Rare 11 2 thick C 10 8 Medium 2 to 21 2 lbs C 15 10 12 Well Done D 20 20 Chicken 1 whole cut up B 25 25 Brush each side with 2 to 21 2 lbs melted butter split lengthwise Broil skin side down first Breast B 25 15 Bakery Product Bread toast 2 to...

Page 18: ...er is 9 hours and 59 minutes Touch the TIMER ON OFF pad Touch the number pads until the amount of time you want shows in the display The maximum number of minutes that can be entered is 60 To set additional time you will need to set it by hours and minutes For example to enter 1 hour and 30 minutes touch 1 3 and 0 in that order If you make a mistake press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad and begin aga...

Page 19: ...upper oven control to delay start the oven cook for a specific length of time and then turn off automatically Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day Touch the BAKE pad Using the number pads enter the desired temperature Touch the COOK TIME pad NOTE If your recipe requires preheating you may need to add additional time to the length of the cooking time Using the number pads enter the des...

Page 20: ...f or casseroles Insert the probe into the meatiest part of the inner thigh from below and parallel to the leg of a whole turkey Using the probe How to Set the Upper Oven For Roasting When Using the Probe Insert the probe into the food Plug the probe into the outlet in the oven Make sure it s pushed all the way in Close the oven door Touch the PROBE pad Touch the number pads to set the desired inte...

Page 21: ...roiler pan and grid for best convection roasting results The pan is used to catch grease spills and the grid is used to prevent grease spatters n Place the rack in rack position A In a convection oven a fan circulates hot air over under and around the food This circulating hot air is evenly distributed throughout the oven cavity As a result foods are evenly cooked and browned often in less time th...

Page 22: ...ION ROAST pad and then the number pads to set the new temperature When the oven starts to heat the changing temperature starting at 100 F will be displayed When the oven reaches the temperature you set 3 beeps will sound Touch the OFF pad when finished NOTE You will hear a fan while cooking with convection The fan will stop when the door is opened but the heat will not turn off The fan will not st...

Page 23: ... 100 F the changing internal temperature will be shown in the display When the internal temperature of the food reaches the number you have set the probe and the oven turn off and the oven control signals To stop the signal touch the OFF pad Use hot pads to remove the probe from the food Do not use tongs to pull on it they might damage it CAUTION To prevent possible burns do not unplug the probe f...

Page 24: ... 160 F Well 20 24 325 F 170 F Seafood Fish whole 3 to 5 lbs 30 40 total 400 F Lobster Tails 6 to 8 oz each 20 25 total 350 F Poultry Whole Chicken 21 2 to 31 2 lbs 24 26 350 F 180 185 F Cornish Hens Unstuffed 1 to 11 2 lbs 50 55 total 350 F 180 185 F Cornish Hens Stuffed 1 to 11 2 lbs 55 60 total 350 F 180 185 F Duckling 4 to 5 lbs 24 26 325 F 180 185 F Turkey whole Unstuffed 10 to 16 lbs 8 11 325...

Page 25: ...inue cooking after the controls are off How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop You can set the upper oven control to delay start the oven cook for a specific length of time and then turn off automatically Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day Touch the CONVECTION BAKE MULTI 1 RACK pad once for multi rack convection baking This mode is used for cooking food items on more than one...

Page 26: ...the no shut off and leave the control set in this special features mode Fahrenheit or Celsius Temperature Selection Your oven control is set to use the Fahrenheit temperature selections but you may change this to use the Celsius selections Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF Touch the BROIL HI LO pad The display will show F Fahrenheit Touch...

Page 27: ...n only be used when timed cooking To activate this feature follow the steps below Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF Touch the COOK TIME pad The display will show Hld OFF Touch the COOK TIME pad again to activate the feature The display will show Hld ON Touch the START pad to activate the cook and hold feature and leave the control set in ...

Page 28: ...ntil only is in the display Press and hold both the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time until the display shows SF Tap the START TIME pad until 12 shdn or no shdn appears in the display 12 shdn indicates that the oven will automatically turn off after 12 hours no shdn indicates that the oven will not automatically turn off Touch the START pad NOTE If a power outage occurred while the oven w...

Page 29: ...adjustment touch the START pad to go back to the time of day display Use your oven as you would normally NOTE The thermostat adjustment for Baking will also affect Convection Baking or Convection Roasting 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 produc...

Page 30: ...at Oven Temperature Time WARM 10 minutes 350 F 20 minutes 425 F 30 minutes Back of Lower Oven Knob Appearance may vary You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold you can adjust the thermostat yourself Do not use thermometers such as those found i...

Page 31: ...opening the upper oven after the self clean cycle has ended The oven may still be hot Using the self cleaning upper oven geappliances ca Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom How to Set the Upper Oven for Cleaning For the self clean cycle to operate the RANGE LOCKOUT must be off See the Range Lockout section Touch the SELF CLEAN pad Using the number pads enter the desired clean time if a time othe...

Page 32: ...f day Touch the RANGE LOCKOUT pad and then the START pad to turn it off See the Range Lockout section NOTE The surface units must be turned off prior to the self clean start time Touch the SELF CLEAN pad Using the number pads enter the desired clean time Touch the START TIME pad The earliest start time you can set will appear in the display Using the number pads enter the time of day you want the ...

Page 33: ...can be caused by something as simple as leaving fingerprint smudges on the stainless steel surface overnight For stainless steel appliances where blemishes are prone to show on the surface we recommend APPLYINGACOATOFCERAMA BRYTE Stainless Steel Cleaning Polish Conditioner purchased separately follow instructions This will help you to maintain the brightness and appearance of your stainless steel ...

Page 34: ...o clean this by hand Any soap left on the liner causes additional stains when the oven is heated n The area outside the gasket can be cleaned with a soap filled plastic scouring pad 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 To clean the outside of th...

Page 35: ...e sure the drawer heating element is cool Removable Lower Oven Drawer Pan NOTE Allow lower oven drawer to cool before removing pan NOTE Wipe spills promptly after each use n Never place use or self clean the lower oven drawer pan in the upper oven n Lower oven drawer has a removable pan for easy cleaning Clean with hot soapy water and a sponge or dish towel Dry with a clean cloth An oven cleaner s...

Page 36: ...l they will damage the finish A 50 50 solution of vinegar and hot water works well The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning Make sure the knobs are in the OFF positions and pull them straight off the stems for cleaning The knobs can be washed with soap and water Make sure the insides of the knobs are dry before replacing NOTES n Do not wash the knobs in an automatic dishwasher n Do not...

Page 37: ...hold appliance bulb To replace cover Place it into the groove of the light receptacle Pull the wire forward to the center of the cover until it snaps into place When in place the wire holds the cover firmly Be certain the wire is in the depression in the center of the cover Connect electrical power to the range Oven Racks and Drawer Racks Clean the racks with an abrasive cleanser The oven racks ma...

Page 38: ...aner 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 Heavy Burned On Residue Use a CERAMA BRYTE Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops Normal Daily Use Cleaning ONLY use CERAMA BRYTE Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the glass cooktop ...

Page 39: ...astic Our testing shows that if you are cooking high sugar mixtures such as jelly or fudge and have a spillover it can cause permanent damage to the glass surface unless the spillover is immediately removed Be careful not to slide pots and pans across your cooktop It will leave metal markings on the cooktop surface These marks are removable using the CERAMA BRYTE Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner with the C...

Page 40: ...f cabinet storage space is to be provided above the cooktop the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that sticks out at least 5 beyond the front of the cabinets Cabinets installed above a cooktop must be no deeper than 13 Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings around the range can withstand the tempera...

Page 41: ...t appliance If cabinet storage is installed reduce the risk by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a min of 5 beyond the bottom of the cabinets Make sure the wall covering countertops and cabinets around the range can withstand heat generated by the range oven or cooktop up to 200 F Flooring under the range Your range like many other household items is heavy and can settle into soft...

Page 42: ...required retest again If no change is required have building wiring checked for proper connections and voltage Check to make sure the Clock on models so equipped display is energized If a series of horizontal red lines appear in the display disconnect power immediately Recheck the range wiring connections If change is made to connections retest again If no change is required have building wiring c...

Page 43: ...Notes geappliances ca Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Safety Instructions Consumer Support ...

Page 44: ...t cleaned See the Cleaning the glass cooktop section on the cooktop before next use Hot surface on a model This is normal The surface may appear discolored with a light colored glass when it is hot This is temporary and will disappear cooktop as the glass cools Plastic melted to Hot cooktop came into See the Glass surface potential for permanent damage the surface contact with plastic placed secti...

Page 45: ...not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live do not work inserted in the electrical outlet properly grounded outlet A fuse in your home may be Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker blown or the circuit breaker tripped Oven controls improperly set See the Using the clock and timer section Upper oven light Light bulb is loose or defective Tighten or replace the bulb does n...

Page 46: ...fuse in your home may be Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker blown or the circuit breaker tripped The clock is in the See the Special features of your oven control section black out mode Display flashes Power failure Reset the clock Unable to get the Oven control pads were The BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads must be touched at display to show SF not pressed properly the same time and held for ...

Page 47: ...way in smoothly or drags See the Care and cleaning of the range section Drawer is overloaded or load Reduce weight Redistribute drawer contents is unbalanced Lower oven drawer A fuse in your home may be Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker will not work blown or the circuit breaker tripped The upper oven is self cleaning Wait for the self clean cycle to finish and the oven to cool Control...

Page 48: ...xtra heavy duty oven racks NOW AVAILABLE for your range GE s innovative self cleanable porcelain coated oven racks Heavy Duty Durable Able to be cleaned in a self cleaning oven Visit geappliances ca for more information Oven Racks Broiler Pan Oven Elements Light Bulbs Knobs Cleaner Cleaning Pads Scraper Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubles...

Page 49: ...49 OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION P O BOX 1780 MISSISSAUGA ONTARIO L4Y 4G1 FOR CANADIAN CONSUMERS ONLY Please place in envelope and mail to Veuillez mettre dans une enveloppe et envoyez à ...

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Page 51: ...ry n Product not accessible to provide required service What Mabe Will Not Cover For The Period Of Mabe Will Replace One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this From 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 Five Years A replacem...

Page 52: ...an accessory for your appliance call our National Parts Centre at 1 800 661 1616 Contact Us www GEAppliances ca 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 Mabe Canada Inc 1 Factory Lane Moncton New Brunswick E1C 9M3 Register Your Appliance www GEAppliances ca Register your new appliance on lin...

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