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Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. 
To preheat, set the oven at the correct
temperature. Preheating is necessary for
good results when baking cakes, cookies,
pastry and breads. 

For ovens without a preheat indicator light or tone,
preheat 10 minutes.

On some models, the display will show “PRE” 
while preheating. When the oven reaches the
selected temperature, the oven control will beep
and the display will show the oven temperature.

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 shelves, stagger the pans so one is not
directly above the other, and leave
approximately 1

1

2

from the front of the

pan to the front of the shelf.

Place the meat or fish on the broiler
grid in the broiler pan.

Follow suggested shelf positions in the

Broiling Guide.

If your range is connected to 208 volts, rare steaks
may be broiled by preheating the broiler and
positioning the oven shelf one position higher.

Use 

LO Broil

to cook foods such as poultry

or thick cuts of meat thoroughly without
over-browning them.

Touch the 

BROIL HI/LO

pad once for

HI Broil. 

To change to LO Broil, touch the

BROIL HI/LO

pad again.

Touch the 

START/ON

pad.

When broiling is finished, touch the

CLEAR/OFF

pad.

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Care and Cleaning

Installation

Instructions

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oubleshooting T

ips

Safety Instructions

Consumer Support

Never cover the oven bottom with 
aluminum foil.

You can use aluminum foil to line the
broiler pan and broiler grid. However, 
you must mold the foil tightly to the 
grid and cut slits in it just like the grid.

Aluminum foil may also be used to catch 
a spillover. To do so, place a small sheet of
foil on a lower shelf several inches below
the food.

Never entirely cover a shelf with aluminum
foil. This will disturb the heat circulation
and result in poor baking.

Leave the door open to the broil stop
position. The door stays open by itself,
yet the proper temperature is
maintained in the oven.

Preheating and Pan Placement

Type of Margarine Will Affect Baking Performance!

Aluminum Foil

How to Set the Oven for Broiling 

(on models without an oven temperature knob)

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Cut slits in the foil just like the grid.

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 goods. For
best results with your old favorite recipes,
use margarine, butter or stick spreads
containing at least 70% vegetable oil.

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Page 1: ...r Information First Name________________________ _ Last Name________________________ _ Address ___________________________ City _____________________________ _ State _______ Zip_______________ Phone __________________________ E mail _____________________________ I would like to order Quantity Part ________ _____________ ________ _____________ ________ _____________ Product Information Model ______...

Page 2: ...face Units 7 8 Timed Baking and Roasting 17 Warming Drawer 22 23 Care and Cleaning 24 33 Glass Cooktop 32 33 Self Cleaning Oven 24 25 Installation Instructions Anti Tip Device 34 40 Before You Begin 34 Electrical Connections 36 39 Leveling 40 41 Troubleshooting Tips 42 46 Accessories 47 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 49 50 Warranty 51 ge com Write the model and s...

Page 3: ...es The fiberglass insulation in self clean ovens gives off a very small amount of carbon monoxide during the cleaning cycle Exposure can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manua...

Page 4: ...out by covering it with baking soda or if available by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flame in the oven or warming drawer can be smothered completely by closing the door and turning the oven off or by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Do not touch the surface units the heating elements or the interior surface of the oven These surf...

Page 5: ...TRUCTIONS BEFORE USING 4 Stand away from the range when opening the oven door Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands face and or eyes Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Keep the oven vent unobstructed Keep the oven free from grease buildup Place the oven shelf in the desired position while the oven is cool I...

Page 6: ...in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point SURFACE UNITS ALL MODELS Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Safety Instructions Consumer Support ge com The purpose of the warming drawer is to...

Page 7: ...eaning cream to clean the cooktop To avoid possible damage to the cooking surface do not apply cleaning cream to the glass surface when it is hot After cleaning use a dry cloth or paper towel to remove all cleaning cream residue Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the cleaning cream labels Do not lift the cooktop Lifting the cooktop can lead to damage and improper operation of the ran...

Page 8: ...ill glow when any radiant element is turned on and will remain on until the surface is cool enough to touch A SURFACE UNIT on or BURNER ON depending on model indicator light will glow when any surface unit is on NOTE The SURFACE UNIT on indicator light may glow between the surface control settings of LO and OFF but there is no power to the surface units Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Ins...

Page 9: ... resistant not scratch proof Water stains mineral deposits are removable using the cleaning cream or full strength white vinegar Use of window cleaner may leave an iridescent film on the cooktop The cleaning cream will remove this discoloration Don t store heavy items above the cooktop If they drop onto the cooktop they can cause damage Do not use the surface as a cutting board Using the radiant s...

Page 10: ...s and procedures from reputable sources These are available from manufacturers such as Ball and Kerr and the Department of Agriculture Extension Service To prevent burns from steam or heat use caution when canning Check pans for flat bottoms by using a straight edge Pans with rounded curved ridged or warped bottoms are not recommended Wok Cooking We recommend that you use only a flat bottomed wok ...

Page 11: ... Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it will go Touch the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to 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 or TIMER ON OFF Pad Touch this pad to select the timer feature Then touch the and pads to adjust the timer TIMER Light Flashes while...

Page 12: ...leaning function See the Using the self cleaning oven section CLEAN Light Flashes while in edit mode you 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 thi...

Page 13: ...as a large turkey On some models appearance will vary On some models appearance will vary How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting on models without an oven temperature knob Touch the BAKE pad Touch the or pads until the desired temperature is displayed Touch the START ON pad The oven will start automatically The display will show PRE while preheating When the oven reaches the selected temperatu...

Page 14: ...ructions Consumer Support Never cover the oven bottom with aluminum foil You can use aluminum foil to line the broiler pan and broiler grid However you must mold the foil tightly to the grid and cut slits in it just like the grid Aluminum foil may also be used to catch a spillover To do so place a small sheet of foil on a lower shelf several inches below the food Never entirely cover a shelf with ...

Page 15: ...ugh back of turn shell Spread open over Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time Fish Fillets 1 lb 1 4 to 1 2 thick D 5 5 Handle and turn very carefully Brush with lemon butter before and during cooking if desired Salmon Steaks 2 1 thick D 10 5 Turn carefully Do not Fillets 2 1 2 to 3 4 thick D 10 turn skin side down Ham Slices 1 2 thick C 6 6 precooked 1 thick C 8 ...

Page 16: ...of day for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly The time of day cannot be changed during a timed baking or self cleaning cycle 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 and reenter the time of day Touch the START ON pad unt...

Page 17: ...ng time is not in the display clock delay start or cooking time are in the display recall the remaining time by touching the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF or 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 or TIMER ON OFF pad twice End of Cycle Tones on some models Clear the tones by pressing the pad of the function you are us...

Page 18: ...uch 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 To...

Page 19: ...feature and the Thermostat Adjustment feature are also Special Features but they are addressed separately in the following sections Special features of your oven control 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 th...

Page 20: ...he BAKE 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 ge com How to Set for Regular Baking Roasting N...

Page 21: ... is in the display Touch and hold both the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time until the display shows SF Tap the CLOCK 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 ...

Page 22: ...at on Other Models Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 2 seconds until the display shows SF Touch the BAKE pad A two digit number shows in the display The oven temperature can be adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Touch the pad to increase the temperature in 1 degree increments Touch the pad to decrease the temperature in 1 degree increments When you have made the adjus...

Page 23: ...minutes Do not put liquid or water in the warming drawer For moist foods cover them with a lid or aluminum foil For crisp foods leave them uncovered Food should be kept hot in its cooking container or transferred to a heat safe serving dish CAUTION Plastic containers or plastic wrap will melt if in direct contact with the drawer pan or a hot utensil Melted plastic may not be removable and is not c...

Page 24: ...ly heat safe dishes Place empty dishes on the rack to raise them off the bottom of the drawer Placing dishes on the warming drawer bottom may cause them to become extremely hot and could damage them If you want to heat fine china please check with the manufacturer of the dishes for their maximum heat tolerance You may warm empty serving dishes while preheating the drawer When holding hot cooked fo...

Page 25: ...sm The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly Using the self cleaning oven on some models Before a Clean Cycle Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom How to Set the Oven for Cleaning on models with press pads Follow the directions in the Before a Clean Cycle section Latch the door Touch the SELF CLEAN pad Touch the or pads until the desired Clean Time...

Page 26: ...y 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 amount of soil...

Page 27: ...etergent Rinse well with a vinegar and water solution Do not rub or clean the door gasket it has an extremely low resistance to abrasion If you notice the gasket becoming worn frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should have it replaced Lift Off Oven Door With proper care the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of the oven top bottom sides back and inside of...

Page 28: ...al power to the range ge com 27 Do not clean the bake element or the broil element Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated To clean the oven floor gently lift the bake element Clean with warm soapy water Clean the oven shelves with an abrasive cleanser or scouring pad After cleaning rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth NOTE Take the shelves out of the oven befo...

Page 29: ...age drawer Insert glides at the back of the drawer beyond the stop on range glides Lift the drawer if necessary to insert easily Let the front of the drawer down then push in to close Clean under the range Broiler Pan Grid Storage Drawer Removal on some models Care and cleaning of the range 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...

Page 30: ...awer Pull the drawer straight out until it stops Press the left rail release up and press the right rail release down while pulling the drawer forward and free To replace the warming drawer Place the left drawer rail around the inner left rail guide and slide it in slightly to hook it Place the right drawer rail around the inner right rail guide and slide it in slightly to hook it Slide the drawer...

Page 31: ...ace units do not need to be removed however you may remove one to make raising the cooktop easier There are two side supports that lock into position when the cooktop is lifted up After cleaning under the cooktop with hot mild soapy water and a clean cloth lower the cooktop Be careful not to pinch your fingers To lower the cooktop push the rods back and gently lower the cooktop until it rests in p...

Page 32: ...ass cleaner Rinse and polish with a dry cloth Glass Window on some models Stainless Steel Surfaces on some models Do not use a steel wool pad it will scratch the surface Shake bottle well Place a small amount of CERAMA BRYTE Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner on a damp cloth or damp paper towel Clean a small area approximately 8 x 8 rubbing with the grain of the stainless steel if applicable Dry an...

Page 33: ... 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 Heavy Burned On Residue Use a CERAMA B...

Page 34: ...lastic 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 ...

Page 35: ... 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 temperat...

Page 36: ...installation instructions packed with that 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 househol...

Page 37: ...rcuit protected by a circuit breaker or fuse having amperage as specified on the rating plate The rating plate is located behind the storage drawer or warming drawer on the oven frame We recommend you have the electrical wiring and hookup of your range connected by a qualified electrician After installation have the electrician show you where your main range disconnect is located Check with your l...

Page 38: ...ed strain relief they can be removed for better fit NOTE Do not install the power cord without a strain relief The strain relief bracket should be installed before reinstalling the rear range wiring cover Skip to Step 4 or 5 C Wire cover 2 screws to remove wire cover Knockout ring in bracket Knockout ring removed Power cord Strain relief Terminal block Bracket Retaining tab Back of range Terminal ...

Page 39: ...tral is connected to the center lower position of the terminal block Tighten screws securely into the terminal block Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the installation E D C B A 5 3 WIRE POWER CORD INSTALLATION WARNING The neutral or ground wire of the power cord must be connected to the neutral terminal located in the center of the terminal block The power leads must be connected to the lower left ...

Page 40: ... local codes Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the installation B A 6 4 WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION Loosen the three lower terminal screws from the terminal block Remove the ground screw and ground plate and retain them Cut and discard the ground strap DO NOT DISCARD ANY SCREWS Insert the ground bare wire tip between the range frame and the ground plate removed earlier and secure it in place with the ...

Page 41: ...E COVER Replace the wire cover on the range back by sliding its right edge under the retaining tab and replacing the two screws removed earlier Make sure that no wires are pinched between the cover and the range back 8 LEVEL THE RANGE Install the oven shelves in the oven and position the range where it will be installed Check for levelness by placing a spirit level or a cup partially filled with w...

Page 42: ... the appliance once the appliance has been turned on and surfaces have heated Check to make sure that the rear leveling leg is fully inserted into the Anti Tip bracket and that the bracket is securely installed 11 OPERATION CHECKLIST Turn on one of the surface units to observe that the element glows within 60 seconds Turn the unit off when glow is detected If the glow is not detected within the ti...

Page 43: ...e in time as a result of cleaning glass surface Cookware with rough bottoms To avoid scratches use the recommended cleaning being used or coarse particles procedures Make sure bottoms of cookware are clean salt or sand were between before use and use cookware with smooth bottoms the cookware and the surface of the cooktop Cookware has been slid across the cooktop surface Areas of discoloration Foo...

Page 44: ...work Light bulb is loose or defective Tighten or replace the bulb Switch operating light is broken Call for service Oven will not work Plug on range is not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly inserted in the electrical outlet grounded outlet A fuse in your home may Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Oven controls improperl...

Page 45: ...some areas the power Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes voltage may be low Broil for the longest period of time recommended in the Broiling guide Control signals after You forgot to enter a bake Press the BAKE pad and desired temperature or the entering cooking time temperature or cleaning time SELF CLEAN pad and desired clean time or delay start Display flashes bAd The installed connection ...

Page 46: ...n makes This is the sound of the This is normal clicking noise heating element turning off and on during cooking functions F and a number You have a function error code Press the CLEAR OFF pad Put the oven back or letter flash in into operation the display If the function code repeats Disconnect all power to the range for at least 30 seconds and then reconnect power If the function error code repe...

Page 47: ...he sound of the metal This is normal popping sound heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions Excessive smoking Excessive soil Press the CLEAR OFF pad Open the windows to rid during a clean cycle the room of smoke Wait until the light on the SELF CLEAN pad goes off Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle Oven door will Oven too hot Allow the oven to cool below loc...

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Page 49: ...Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 48 Notes ...

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Page 51: ...here Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require service Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It wi...

Page 52: ...ugary materials or melted plastic that are not cleaned according to the directions in the Owner s Manual Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance Damage caused after delivery What GE Will Not Cover This warranty is extended to the ...

Page 53: ...e 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 ge com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent direc...

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