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UseandCareGuide
Built-In Gas Oven
GE Appliances
164D2966P218-1
Model: JGRP17
Safety Instructions ................... 2–4
Operating InstructionsAluminum Foil ........... 4, 14, 18–20, 22, 26Baking .................................................... 12–14Broiling ................................................... 20, 21Features ........................................................... 5Oven Control, Clock and Timer........... 6–10Roasting ................................................. 18, 19Self-Cleaning Instructions ................. 22–24Shelves ............................... 4, 11–18, 20–22Special Features of Your Control ....... 8–10Timed Baking........................................ 15, 16
Care and Cleaning ................ 25–27Broiler Pan and Grid.................................... 25Lift-Off Oven Door ....................................... 27Oven Light..................................................... 25Removable Oven Bottom.......................... 26Removable Storage Drawer..................... 25Self-Cleaning Instructions ................. 22–24Shelves .......................................................... 26
Problem Solver ...................... 29, 30Thermostat Adjustment—
Do It Yourself............................................ 17More questions ?…callGE Answer Center® 800.626.2000
Minor Adjustments Broil and Oven Burner................................ 28Orifice Hoods ............................................... 28
Consumer Services .................. 31Important Phone Numbers....................... 31Model and Serial Numbers ......................... 2Removal of Packaging Tape ....................... 2Warranty ....................................... Back Cover
HELP US HELP YOU…
Read this guide carefully.It is intended to help you operate and maintain yournew oven properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
If you don’t understand something or need more help, call:
GE Answer Center®
800.626.200024 hours a day, 7 days a week
How to Remove Packaging TapeTo assure no damage is done to the finish of theproduct, the safest way to remove adhesive left frompackaging tape on new appliances is an application ofa household liquid dishwashing detergent, mineral oilor cooking oil. Apply with a soft cloth and allow tosoak. Wipe dry and then apply an appliance polish tothoroughly clean and protect the surface.
NOTE: The plastic tape must be removed from thechrome trim on oven parts. It cannot be removed if itis baked on.
Write down the model and serial numbers.You’ll find them on a label on the front of the ovenbehind the door. These numbers are also on theConsumer Product Ownership Registration Card thatcame with your oven. Before sending in this card,please write these numbers here:
Model Number Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or servicecalls concerning your oven.
If you received a damaged oven…Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that soldyou the oven.
Save time and money.Before you request service…Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide. It lists causes of minor operating problems that youcan correct yourself.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammablevapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• 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.
WARNING: If the information in this guide is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may resultcausing property damage, personal injury or death.
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IF YOU NEED SERVICETo obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this guide.
We’re proud of our service and want you to bepleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to followfor further help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced yourappliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In mostcases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all thedetails—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer RelationsGE AppliancesAppliance ParkLouisville, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:Major Appliance Consumer Action Program20 North Wacker DriveChicago, IL 60606
Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRead all instructions before using this appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
• The California Safe Drinking Water and ToxicEnforcement Act requires the Governor ofCalifornia to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or otherreproductive harm, and requires businesses to warncustomers of potential exposure to such substances.
• Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene,carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, causedprimarily by the incomplete combustion of naturalgas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted burners,indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame,will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposureto these substances can be minimized further byventing with an open window or using aventilation fan or hood.
When You Get Your Oven
• Have the installer show you the location of the oven gas cut-off valve and how to shut it off if necessary.
• Have your oven installed and properlygrounded by a qualified installer, in accordancewith the Installation Instructions. Any adjustmentand service should be performed only by qualifiedgas oven installers or service technicians.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your oven unless it is specificallyrecommended in this guide. All other servicingshould be referred to a qualified technician.
• Be sure all packaging materials are removedfrom the oven before operating it, to prevent fireor smoke damage should the packaging materialignite.
• Do not touch the interior surface of the oven.These surfaces may be hot enough to burn eventhough they are dark in color. During and afteruse, do not touch, or let clothing or otherflammable materials contact, any interior area ofthe oven; allow sufficient time for cooling first.
Potentially hot surfaces include the oven ventopenings, surfaces near the opening and crevicesaround the door.
Remember: The inside surfaces of an oven maybe hot when the door is opened.
• Be sure your oven is correctly adjusted by aqualified service technician or installer for thetype of gas (Natural or LP) on which it is to beused. Your oven can be converted for use oneither type of gas. See the InstallationInstructions.
WARNING: These adjustments must be made by a qualified service technician in accordancewith the manufacturer’s instructions and all codesand requirements of the authority havingjurisdiction. Failure to follow these instructionscould result in serious injury or property damage.The qualified agency performing this workassumes responsibility for the conversion.
• Be sure the oven is securely installed in acabinet that is firmly attached to the housestructure. Never allow anyone to climb, sit, standor hang on the oven door.
Using Your Oven
• Do not leave children alone or unattendedwhere an oven is hot or in operation. Theycould be seriously burned.
• Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the door or the storage drawer. They coulddamage the oven.
• CAUTION: ITEMS OF INTEREST TOCHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED INCABINETS ABOVE AN OVEN—CHILDRENCLIMBING ON THE OVEN TO REACHITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED.
• Teach children not to play with the controls or any other part of the oven.
• Never leave the oven door open when you arenot watching the oven.
• Always keep combustible wall coverings, curtainsor drapes a safe distance from your oven.
• Never wear loose fitting or hanging garmentswhile using the appliance. Be careful whenreaching for items stored in cabinets over theoven. Flammable material could be ignited ifbrought in contact with flame or hot oven surfacesand may cause severe burns.
• For your safety, never use your appliance forwarming or heating the room.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS(continued)
• Use only dry pot holders—moist ordamp pot holders on hot surfaces mayresult in burns from steam. Do not let
pot holders come near open flames when liftingcookware. Do not use a towel or other bulkycloth. Such cloths can catch fire on a hot burner.
• Always keep dish towels, dish cloths, potholders and other linens a safe distance fromyour oven.
• Always keep wooden and plastic utensils andcanned food a safe distance away from your oven.
• Do not use water on grease fires.Smother fire or flame or use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-typefire extinguisher.
Flame in the oven can be smothered completelyby closing the oven door and turning the oven off or by using a multi-purpose dry chemical orfoam-type fire extinguisher.
• Do not leave paper products, cooking utensilsor food in the oven when not in use.
• DO NOT STORE OR USE COMBUSTIBLEMATERIALS, GASOLINE OR OTHERFLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANYOTHER APPLIANCE.
• Do not let cooking grease or other flammablematerials accumulate in or near the oven.
• Do not use the oven as a storage area. Itemsstored in the oven can ignite.
• When cooking pork, follow the directions exactlyand always cook the meat to an internal temperatureof at least 170°F. This assures that, in the remotepossibility that trichina may be present in the meat,it will be killed and meat will be safe to eat.
• Stand away from oven when opening the ovendoor. The hot air or steam which escapes can burnhands, face and/or eyes.
• Do not heat unopened food containers. Pressure could build up and the container couldburst, causing an injury.
• Place the oven shelf in the desired positionwhile the oven is cool.
• Pulling out the shelf to the stop-lock is aconvenience in lifting heavy foods. It is also a precaution against burns from touching the hot surfaces of the door or the oven walls.
• Keep the oven vent ducts unobstructed.
• Keep the oven free from grease buildup.
• When using cooking or roasting bags in theoven, follow the manufacturer’s directions.
• Do not use your oven to dry newspapers. If overheated, they can catch fire.
• Do not use aluminum foil anywhere in the ovenexcept as described in this guide. Misuse couldresult in a fire hazard or damage to the oven.
• Use only glass cookware that is recommendedfor use in gas ovens.
• After broiling, always take the broiler pan out ofthe oven and clean it. Leftover grease in the broilerpan can catch fire next time you use the pan.
• When broiling, if meat is too close to the flame,the fat may ignite. Trim excess fat to preventexcessive flare-ups.
• Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings in or near your oven.
• Make sure the broiler pan is in place correctlyto reduce the possibility of grease fires.
• If you should have a grease fire in the broilerpan, turn the oven off, and keep the oven doorclosed to contain the fire until it burns out.
• Clean only parts listed in this Use and Care Guide.
Self-Cleaning Oven• Do not clean the oven door gasket. The door
gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should betaken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.
• Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial ovencleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kindshould be used in or around any part of the oven.Residue from oven cleaners will damage the insideof the oven when the self-clean cycle is used.
• Before self-cleaning the oven, remove the broilerpan, grid and other utensils.
• Be sure to wipe up excess spillage beforestarting the self-cleaning operation.
• If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn theoven off and disconnect the power supply. Have itserviced by a qualified technician.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
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FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN
Important Safety Instructions
Features of Y
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ExplainedFeature Index on page
1 Storage Drawer 3, 25
2 Oven Door Gasket 4, 22, 27
3 Lift-Off Oven Door 3, 4Easily removed for oven cleaning. 20–22, 27
4 Bottom Bake Burner 28
5 Model and Serial Numbers 2
6 Oven Shelf Supports 12, 13Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the Baking, Roastingand Broiling sections.
7 Oven Shelves with Stop-Locks 4, 11–18,20–22, 26
8 Top Broil Burner 20, 28
ExplainedFeature Index on page
9 Automatic Oven Door Latch 23
10 Oven Light Pad —Lets you turn the interior ovenlight on and off.
11 Oven Control, Clock and Timer 6–10, 26
12 Oven Vent Grille 22
13 Oven Vent 4, 11, 22
14 Automatic Oven Light Switch —
15 Oven Interior Light 22, 25
16 Removable Oven Bottom 26, 28
17 Broiler Pan and Grid 4, 18,20–22, 25
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ON OFF
START
CLEAROFF
SELFCLEAN
BROILBAKE
OVEN
OVENLIGHT
HI/LO
TIME CONTROLS
DELAYSTART
COOKINGTIME
CLOCKON OFF
KITCHENTIMERTEMP HOUR MIN
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FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN CONTROL
1. BAKE. Press to select the bake function.
2. BROIL HI/LO. Press to select the broil function.
3. DISPLAY. Shows the operations you have selected,the time of day and the cooking or cleaning status.
4. START. Must be pressed to start any cooking orcleaning function.
5. COOKING TIME. Use for Timed Bake.
6. DELAY START. Use along with COOKINGTIME or SELF CLEAN to set the oven to startand stop automatically at a time you select.
7. CLOCK. Press to enter the time of day.
8. KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF. Press to select thetimer function. The timer does not control ovenoperations. The timer can time up to 9 hours and 59 minutes.
9. CLEAR/OFF. Press to cancel any timed ovenoperation except the clock and timer.
10. HOUR +/– and MIN +/– pads. Press to set timesup to 9 hours and 59 minutes—for example, thetime of day on the clock, the timer, the starting andlength of cooking time for Timed Bake and thestarting and length of cleaning time for Self-Clean.
11. TEMP +/– pads. Press to set the cookingtemperature you want to use.
12. OVEN LIGHT ON/OFF. Press to turn the ovenlight on or off.
13. SELF CLEAN. Press to select the self-cleaningfunction. See the Operating the Self-Cleaning Oven section.
If “F–and a number or letter” flash in thedisplay and the oven control signals, thisindicates function error code. Press CLEAR/OFF.Allow the oven to cool for one hour. Put the ovenback into operation. If function error code repeats,disconnect power to the oven and call for service.
ON OFF
START
CLEAROFF
SELFCLEAN
BROILBAKE
OVEN
OVENLIGHT
HI/LO
TIME CONTROLS
DELAYSTART
COOKINGTIME
CLOCKON OFF
KITCHENTIMERTEMP HOUR MIN
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Features of Y
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OVEN CONTROL, CLOCK AND TIMER
Clock
How to Set the Timer1. Press KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF.
2. Press the HOUR and MIN + or –pads until the amount of time youwant shows in the display.
If you make a mistake, pressKITCHEN TIMER ON/OFFand begin again.
3. Press START.
After pressing START, “SET” disappears;this tells you the time is counting down,although the display does not change untilone minute has passed.
4. When time is up, the oven control signalsuntil you press KITCHEN TIMERON/OFF. Display then shows the time of day.
NOTE: The minute timer is independent of all theother functions and it does not control the oven. The CLEAR/OFF pad does not affect the timer.
ON OFF
KITCHENTIMER
START
MINHOUR
ON OFF
KITCHENTIMER
Power FailureIf a flashing time of day is in the display, you haveexperienced a power failure. Reset the clock.
To reset the clock, press CLOCK. Enter the correcttime of day by pressing the HOUR and MIN + or –pads. Press START.
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The clock must be set for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly.
The time of day clock cannot be changed during Delay Start. (It can be changedduring a regular bake or broil operation.)
To Set the Clock1. Press CLOCK.
2. Press the HOUR and MIN + or –pads to set the time of day.
3. Press START. This enters the time andstarts the clock.
To check the time of day when the display isshowing other information, simply press CLOCK.The time of day shows until another pad is pressed.
START
MINHOUR
CLOCK
TimerYou may program the timer to time cooking or otherhousehold activities for up to 9 hours and 59 minutes.
The timer counts down in minutes, 1 minute at a time,until the last 60 seconds are reached, then the controlwill beep one time. The seconds will not be displayeduntil the last minute is reached.
When the timer reaches “ :00,” the control will beep 3 times followed by one beep every 6 seconds untilKITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF is pressed.
The 6 second tone can be canceled by following thesteps in the Special Features of Your Oven Controlsection under Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle.
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OVEN CONTROL, CLOCK AND TIMER(continued)
The control has a series of tones that will sound at different times. Thesetones may sound while you set the control for an oven function or at the end of the oven function. They will also alert you when an incorrect time or temperature has been entered or if there is a problem with the oven.
Tones While Setting the Control Preheat Notification ToneWhen you press a touch pad you will hear a beep.This beep will let you know you have placed enoughpressure on the pad to activate it.
When you set an oven temperature the ovenautomatically starts to heat. When the temperatureinside the oven reaches your set temperature a tone willsound to let you know to place the food in the oven.
Tones at the End of a Timed CycleAt the end of a timed cycle, 3 short beeps will soundfollowed by one beep every 6 seconds, untilCLEAR/OFF is pressed. This continuous 6 secondbeep may be canceled.
To cancel the 6 second beep:1. Press BAKE and BROIL HI/LO,
at the same time for 2 secondsuntil the display shows “SF.”
2. Press KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF. Thedisplay shows “CON BEEP” (continuousbeep). Press KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFFagain. The display shows “BEEP.” (Thiscancels the one beep every 6 seconds.)
3. Press START.START
ON OFF
KITCHENTIMER
BROILHI/LO
BAKE
Attention ToneThis tone will sound if you set an invalid function or try to set an additionalfunction. The tone can be quickly identified by watching the display messages.
SPECIAL FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN CONTROLYour new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use. The following are the features and how you may activate them. Thespecial feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing thetime of day clock.
They remain in the control’s memory until the steps are repeated. When thedisplay shows your choice press START. The special features will remain inmemory after a power failure.
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12 Hour Shut-Off Cook and HoldWith this feature, should you forget and leave the ovenon, the control will automatically turn off the ovenafter 12 hours during baking functions or after 3 hoursduring a broil function. If you wish to turn off thisfeature, follow the steps below.
1. Press BAKE and BROIL HI/LOat the same time for 2 secondsuntil the display shows “SF.”
2. Press DELAY START. The displaywill show “12 shdn” (12 hourshut-off). Press DELAY STARTagain and the display will show “no shdn” (no shut-off).
3. Press START to activate the noshut-off and leave the control setin this special features mode.
Your new control has a cook and hold feature thatkeeps cooked foods warm for up to 3 hours after thecooking function is finished. To activate this feature,follow the steps below.
1. Press BAKE and BROIL HI/LOat the same time for 2 secondsuntil the display shows “SF.”
2. Press COOKING TIME. Thedisplay will show “Hld OFF.”
—Press COOKING TIME again toactivate the feature. The displaywill show “Hld ON.”
3. Press START to activate the cook and hold feature and leavethe control set in this specialfeatures mode.
START
COOKINGTIME
BROILHI/LO
BAKE
START
DELAYSTART
BROILHI/LO
BAKE
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Oven C
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Special Features of Y
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12 Hour, 24 Hour or Clock Black-OutYour control is set to use a 12 hour clock. If you would prefer to have a 24hour military time clock or black-out the clock display, follow the steps below.
1. Press BAKE and BROIL HI/LO at the same time for 2seconds until the display shows “SF.”
2. Press CLOCK once. The display will show “12 hr.”
—Press CLOCK again to change to the 24 hour militarytime clock. The display will show “24 hr.”
—Press CLOCK again to black-out the clock display. The display will show “OFF.”
3. Press START to activate your choice and leave thecontrol set in this special features mode.
NOTE: If the clock is in the black-out mode you will not be able to use theDelay Start function.
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START
CLOCK
BROILHI/LO
BAKE
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Control LockoutYour control will allow you to lock down the touchpads so they cannot be activated when pressed.
1. Press BAKE and BROIL HI/LOat the same time for 2 secondsuntil the display shows “SF.”
2. Press SELF CLEAN. The displaywill show “LOC OFF.”
—Press SELF CLEAN again. Thedisplay will show “LOC.”
3. Press START to activate the controllockout feature and leave the control set inthis special features mode.
When this feature is on and the touch pads are pressed the control will beep and the display willshow “LOC.”
NOTE: The control lockout mode will not affect theclock, timer and oven light touch pads.
START
SELFCLEAN
BROILHI/LO
BAKE
Fahrenheit or Centigrade Temperature SelectionYour oven control is set to use the Fahrenheittemperature selections but you may change this to usethe Centigrade selections.
1. Press BAKE and BROIL HI/LOat the same time for two secondsuntil the display shows “SF.”
2. Press BROIL HI/LO. The display willshow “F” (Fahrenheit).
3. Press BROIL HI/LO again. The displaywill show “C” (Centigrade).
4. Press START.START
BROILHI/LO
BROILHI/LO
BROILHI/LO
BAKE
Changing the Speed of the + or – PadsAs you use the + or – pads when setting a time or temperature, you maynotice the display changes slowly. This special feature allows you to changethe speed. To set the speed you prefer, follow the steps below.
1. Press BAKE and BROIL HI/LO at the same time for 2seconds until the display shows “SF.”
2. Press the + pad. The display will show you a set speedbetween 1 and 5.
3. Press the + pad to increase the speed up to the number 5.
—Press the – pad to decrease the speed down to the number 1.
4. Press START to activate the setting and leave thecontrol set in this special features mode.START
TEMP
BROILHI/LO
BAKE
SPECIAL FEATURESOF YOUR OVEN CONTROL
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USING YOUR OVEN
Before Using Your Oven1. Look at the controls. Be sure you understand
how to set them properly.
2. Check the oven interior. Look at the shelves. Take a practice run at removing and replacing them properly to give sure, sturdy support.
3. Read over the information and tips that follow.
4. Keep this guide handy so you can refer to it,especially during the first weeks of using your new oven.
NOTE: • You may notice a “burning” or “oily” smell the first
few times you turn your oven on. This is normal in a new oven and will disappear in a short time. Tospeed the process, set a self-clean cycle for 4 hours.See the Operating the Self-Cleaning Oven section.
• A cooling fan may automatically turn on and off tocool internal parts. This is normal, and the fan maycontinue to run even after the oven is turned off.
Special Features of Y
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Automatic Ignition Oven VentThe oven burner is lit by electric ignition.To light the burner, press the pad for the desiredfunction and press the TEMP + or – pads until thedesired temperature is displayed. The burner shouldignite within 60 seconds.
After the oven reaches the selected temperature, theoven burner cycles off completely, then on with a fullflame to keep the oven temperature controlled.
When the oven is on, heated air moves through a ventbehind the grille. See the Features of Your Oven section.
The vent area could get hot during oven use.
The vent is needed for proper air flow in the oven andgood baking results. Do not block this vent. Doing somay cause oven failure or fire.
Power OutageThe oven burner will not light in the event of an electrical power outage. Do not attempt to light it manually with a match.
Oven ShelvesThe shelves are designed with stop-locks so that,when placed correctly on the shelf supports theywill stop before coming completely out of the ovenand will not tilt when you are removing food fromthem or placing food on them.When placing cookware on a shelf, pull the shelf outto the bump on the shelf support. Place the cookwareon the shelf, then slide the shelf back into the oven.This will eliminate reaching into the hot oven.
To remove a shelf from the oven, pullthe shelf toward you,tilt the front endupward and pull theshelf out.
To replace, place the shelf on the shelfsupport with the stop-locks (curvedextension of the shelf) facing up and toward the rear of the oven. Tilt up the front and push the shelftoward the back of the oven until it goes past thebump on the shelf support. Then lower the front of the shelf and push it all the way back.
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USING YOUR OVEN(continued)
Shelf PositionsThe oven has 4 shelf supports, identified in thisillustration as A (bottom), B, C and D (top).
Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in theBaking, Roasting and Broiling sections.
A
B
C
D
Oven MoistureAs your oven heats up, the changing temperature of the air in the oven maycause water droplets to form on the door glass. These droplets are harmlessand will evaporate as the oven continues to heat up.
BAKINGYour oven temperature is controlled very accuratelyusing an oven control system. It is recommended thatyou operate the oven for a number of weeks tobecome familiar with your new oven’s performance.
If you think an adjustment is necessary, see the Adjustthe Oven Thermostat section. It lists easy Do ItYourself instructions on how to adjust the thermostat.
How to Set Your Oven for BakingTo avoid possible burns, place the shelves in thecorrect position before you turn the oven on.
1. Press BAKE.
2. Press the TEMP + or – pads to set theoven temperature.
3. Press START. When the oven starts toheat the changing temperature will be inthe display. (The display starts changingonce the temperature reaches 100°F.)
4. Press CLEAR/OFF when the baking is finished.
NOTE: A cooling fan may automatically turn on andoff to cool internal parts. This is normal, and the fanmay continue to run even after the oven is turned off.
To change the oven temperature during theBake cycle, press the BAKE pad and set the new temperature.
CLEAROFF
START
TEMP
BAKE
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Oven ShelvesArrange the ovenshelf or shelves in the desired locationswhile the oven iscool. The correctshelf positiondepends on the kindof food and thebrowning desired. As a general rule,place most foods in the middle of the oven, on either shelf position B orC. See the chart for suggested shelf positions.
Type of Food Shelf Position
Angel food cake A
Biscuits or muffins B or C
Cookies or cupcakes B or C
Brownies B or C
Layer cakes B or C
Bundt or pound cakes A or B
Pies or pie shells B or C
Frozen pies A (on cookie sheet)
Casseroles B or C
Roasting A or B
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Baking
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C
B
A
PreheatingPreheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. Preheatmeans bringing the oven up to the specifiedtemperature before putting the food in the oven. To preheat, set the oven at the correct temperature—selecting a higher temperature does not shortenpreheat time.
Preheating is necessary for good results when bakingcakes, cookies, pastry and breads. For most casserolesand roasts, preheating is not necessary. For ovenswithout a preheat indicator light or tone, preheat 10minutes. After the oven is preheated, place the food in the oven as quickly as possible to prevent heat from escaping.
Baking Pans Pan PlacementUse the proper baking pan. The type of finish on thepan determines the amount of browning that will occur.
• Dark, rough or dull pans absorb heat resulting in abrowner, crisper crust. Use this type for pies.
• Shiny, bright and smooth pans reflect heat, resultingin a lighter, more delicate browning. Cakes andcookies require this type of pan.
• Glass baking dishes also absorb heat. When bakingin glass baking dishes, the temperature may need tobe reduced by 25°F.
• If you are using dark non-stick pans, you may findthat you need to reduce the oven temperature 25°F.to prevent over-browning.
For even cooking and proper browning, there must beenough room for air circulation in the oven. Bakingresults will be better if baking pans are centered asmuch as possible rather than being placed to the frontor to the back of the oven.
Pans should not touch each other or the walls of theoven. Allow 1- to 11⁄2-inch space between pans as wellas from the back of the oven, the door and the sides. Ifyou need to use two shelves, stagger the pans so oneis not directly above the other.
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BAKING(continued)
CookiesWhen baking cookies, flat cookie sheets (withoutsides) produce better-looking cookies. Cookies bakedin a jelly roll pan (short sides all around) may havedarker edges and pale or light browning may occur.
Do not use a cookie sheet so large that it touches thewalls or the door of the oven. Never entirely cover ashelf with a large cookie sheet.
For best results during baking, use only one cookiesheet in the oven at a time.
Pies CakesFor best results, bake pies in dark, rough or dull pansto produce a browner, crisper crust. Frozen pies in foilpans should be placed on an aluminum cookie sheetfor baking since the shiny foil pan reflects heat awayfrom the pie crust; the cookie sheet helps retain it.
When baking cakes, warped or bent pans will causeuneven baking results and poorly shaped products.A cake baked in a pan larger than the reciperecommends will usually be crisper, thinner and drierthan it should be. If baked in a pan smaller thanrecommended, it may be undercooked and batter mayoverflow. Check the recipe to make sure the pan sizeused is the one recommended.
Aluminum FoilNever entirely cover a shelf with aluminum foil. Thiswill disturb the heat circulation and result in poorbaking. A smaller sheet of foil may be used to catch aspillover by placing it on a lower shelf several inchesbelow the food.
Don’t PeekSet the timer for the estimated cooking time and donot open the door to look at your food. Most recipesprovide minimum and maximum baking times such as “bake 30-40 minutes.”
DO NOT open the door to check until the minimum time. Opening the oven door frequentlyduring cooking allows heat to escape and makesbaking times longer. Your baking results may also be affected.
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TIMED BAKING
How to Set Your Oven for Time BakeThe oven control allows you to turn the oven on or offautomatically at specific times that you set. Examplesof Immediate Start (oven turns on now and you set itto turn off automatically at the end of cooking time)and Delay Start and Stop (setting the oven to turn onautomatically at a later time and turn off after a presetcooking time) will be described.
NOTE: Before beginning make sure the clock showsthe correct time of day.
To set the clock, first press CLOCK. Press the HOUR and MIN + or – pads to set the time of day. Press START.
NOTE: An attention tone will sound if you are usingTimed Baking and do not press START after enteringthe baking temperature.
CLOCK
Baking
Tim
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How to Set Immediate Start and Automatic StopTo avoid possible burns, place the shelves in thecorrect position before you turn the oven on.
The oven will turn on immediately and cook for aselected length of time. At the end of cooking time, the oven will turn off automatically.
1. Press BAKE.
2. Press the TEMP + or – pads to set the oven temperature.
3. Press COOKING TIME.
NOTE: If your recipe requirespreheating, you may need to addadditional time to the length of the cooking time.
4. Press the HOUR and MIN + or –pads to set the baking time.
The oven temperature that you setand the cooking time that youentered will be displayed.
5. Press START. The display shows the oventemperature that you set and the cookingtime countdown. (The display startschanging once the temperature reaches100°F.)
The oven will continue to cook for theprogrammed amount of time, then shutoff automatically.
6. Press CLEAR/OFF to clear the end ofcycle tone if necessary.
NOTE: • The low temperature zone of this oven (between
170°F. and 200°F.) is available to keep hot cookedfoods warm. Food kept in the oven longer than twohours at these low temperatures may spoil.
• Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish,stuffings, poultry and pork, should not be allowed to sit for more than one hour before or after cooking.Room temperature promotes the growth of harmfulbacteria. Be sure the oven light is off because heatfrom the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.
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CLEAROFF
START
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TIMED BAKING(continued)
How to Set Delay Start and Automatic Stop
To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in thecorrect position before you turn the oven on.
You can set the control to delay the start of cooking,cook for a specific length of time and then turn offautomatically.
1. Press BAKE.
2. Press the TEMP + or – pads to setthe temperature.
3. Press COOKING TIME.
NOTE: If your recipe requirespreheating, you may need to addadditional time to the cooking time.
4. Press the HOUR and MIN + or –pads to set the baking time.
5. Press DELAY START.
6. Press the HOUR and MIN + or –pads to set the time of day you wantthe oven to turn on and start cooking.
7. Press START.
If you would like to check the times youhave set, press DELAY START to checkthe start time you have set or pressCOOKING TIME to check the length ofcooking time you have set.
When the oven turns on at the time of dayyou have set, the display will show thechanging temperature (starting at 100°F.)and the cooking time countdown.
At the end of cooking time the oven will turn off and the end of cycle tone will sound.
8. Press CLEAR/OFF to clear the end ofcycle tone if necessary.
NOTE: • The low temperature zone of this oven (between
170°F. and 200°F.) is available to keep hot cookedfoods warm. Food kept in the oven longer than twohours at these low temperatures may spoil.
• Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish,stuffings, poultry and pork, should not be allowed to sit for more than one hour before or after cooking.Room temperature promotes the growth of harmfulbacteria. Be sure the oven light is off because heatfrom the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.
CLEAROFF
DELAYSTART
START
MINHOUR
DELAYSTART
MINHOUR
COOKINGTIME
TEMP
BAKE
Easy Steps:1. Press BAKE.
2. Press the TEMP + or – pads to select oventemperature.
3. Press COOKING TIME.
4. Press the HOUR and MIN + or – pads to setthe length of baking time.
5. Press DELAY START.
6. Press the HOUR and MIN + or – pads to set thedesired start time.
7. Press START.
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ADJUST THE OVEN THERMOSTAT—DO IT YOURSELF!
You may find that your new oven cooks differentlythan the one it replaced. We recommend that youuse your new oven for a few weeks to become morefamiliar with it, following the times given in yourrecipes as a guide.
If you think your new oven is too hot or too cool,you can adjust the thermostat yourself. If you thinkit is too hot, adjust the thermostat to make it cooler. Ifyou think it is too cool, adjust the thermostat to makeit hotter.
We do not recommend the use of inexpensivethermometers, such as those found in grocery stores,to check the temperature setting of your new oven.These thermometers may vary 20–40 degrees.
To Adjust the Thermostat:1. Press BAKE and BROIL HI/LO at
the same time for 2 seconds untilthe display shows “SF.”
2. Press BAKE. A two digit numbershows in the display.
3. The oven temperature can beadjusted up to (+) 35°F. hotter or(-) 35°F. cooler. Press the TEMP +pad to increase the temperaturein 1 degree increments. Press theTEMP – pad to decrease thetemperature in 1 degree increments.
4. When you have made theadjustment, press START to goback to the time of day display.Use your oven as you wouldnormally.
NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the broiling orself-cleaning temperatures. It will be retained inmemory after a power failure.
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ROASTING
Roasting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat orpoultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven.Roasting temperatures, which should be low andsteady, keep spattering to a minimum.
Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats.Therefore, the oven controls are set for Baking orTimed Baking. (You may hear a slight clicking sound,indicating the oven is working properly.) TimedBaking will turn the oven on and off automatically.
Most meats continue to cook slightly after beingremoved from the oven. The internal temperature will rise about 5° to 10°F. during the recommendedstanding time of 10 to 20 minutes. This allows roasts to firm up and makes them easier to carve. To compensate for this rise in temperature, you maywant to remove the roast sooner (at 5° to 10°F. lessthan the temperature in the Roasting Guide).
Remember that food will continue to cook in the hotoven and therefore should be removed when thedesired internal temperature has been reached.
Use of Aluminum FoilYou can use aluminum foil to line the broiler pan.This makes clean-up easier when using the pan formarinating, cooking with fruits, cooking heavilycured meats or basting food during cooking. Press the foil tightly around the inside of the pan.
How to Set Your Oven for Roasting1. Place the shelf in A or B position. No preheating
is necessary.
2. Check the weight of the meat. Place the meat fatside up, or poultrybreast side up, onroasting grid in ashallow pan. Themelting fat will bastethe meat. Select a panas close to the size of the meat as possible. (The broiler pan with grid is a good pan for this.)
3. Press BAKE.
4. Press the TEMP + or – pads to set the temperature.
5. Press START.
6. Press CLEAR/OFF when roasting is finished.
To change the oven temperature during theroasting cycle, press BAKE and set the newtemperature.
CLEAROFF
START
TEMP
BAKE
B
A
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Questions and AnswersQ. Is it necessary to check for doneness with a
meat thermometer?A. Checking the finished internal temperature at the
completion of cooking time is recommended.Temperatures are shown in the Roasting Guide.For roasts over 8 lbs. check with thermometer athalf-hour intervals after half the cooking time has passed.
Q. Why is my roast crumbling when I try to carve it?
A. Roasts are easier to slice if allowed to cool 10 to20 minutes after removing them from the oven. Be sure to cut across the grain of the meat.
Q. Do I need to preheat my oven each time I cook aroast or poultry?
A. It is not necessary to preheat your oven.
Q. When buying a roast, are there any special tipsthat would help me cook it more evenly?
A. Yes. Buy a roast as even in thickness as possible,or buy rolled roasts.
Q. Can I seal the sides of my foil “tent” whenroasting a turkey?
A. Sealing the foil will steam the meat. Leaving itunsealed allows the air to circulate and brown the meat.
Oven Approximate Roasting Time InternalType Temperature Doneness in Minutes per Pound Temperature °F.
Meat 3 to 5 lbs. 6 to 8 lbs. Tender cuts; rib, high quality 325° Rare: 24–33 18–22 140°–150°*sirloin tip, rump or top round† Medium: 35–39 22–29 150°–160°
Well Done: 40–45 30–35 170°–185°Lamb leg or bone-in shoulder† 325° Rare: 21–25 20–23 140°–150°*
Medium: 25–30 24–28 150°–160°Well Done: 30–35 28–33 170°–185°
Veal shoulder, leg or loin† 325° Well Done: 35–45 30–40 170°–180°Pork loin, rib or shoulder† 325° Well Done: 35–45 30–40 170°–180°Ham, precooked 325° To Warm: 17–20 minutes per pound (any weight) 115°–125°
Poultry 3 to 5 lbs. Over 5 lbs.Chicken or Duck 325° Well Done: 35–40 30–35 185°–190°Chicken pieces 350° Well Done: 35–40 185°–190°
10 to 15 lbs. Over 15 lbs. In thigh:Turkey 325° Well Done: 18–25 15–20 185°–190°
†For boneless rolled roasts over 6 inches thick, add 5 to 10 minutes per pound to times given above.
*The U.S. Department of Agriculture says “Rare beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F. meanssome food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June 1985.)
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ROASTING GUIDEFrozen RoastsFrozen roasts of beef, pork, lamb, etc., can be startedwithout thawing, but allow 10 to 25 minutes perpound additional time (10 minutes per pound forroasts under 5 pounds, more time for larger roasts).
Make sure poultry is thawed before roasting.Unthawed poultry often does not cook evenly. Some commercial frozen poultry can be cookedsuccessfully without thawing. Follow the directionsgiven on the package label.
BROILING
Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above thefood. Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled.Follow these directions to keep spattering andsmoking to a minimum.If the meat has fat or gristle around the edge, cutvertical slashes through both about 2 inches apart. Ifdesired, the fat may be trimmed, leaving a layer about1/8 inch thick.Place the meat on the broiler grid in the broiler pan.Always use the grid so the fat drips into the broilerpan; otherwise the juices may become hot enough tocatch on fire.Position the broiler pan on a shelf on the recommendedshelf position as suggested in the Broiling Guide.Place the sump area of the broiler pan to the frontof the door.
Broiling should always be done with the oven door closed.Turn the food using tongs only once during broiling.Time the foods for the first side according to theBroiling Guide.Turn the food, then use the times given for the secondside as a guide to the preferred doneness.
To test if your broiler is working properly: Cover theentire broiler pan grid with bread. Place the broiler panon the third shelf from the bottom. Broil until the breadis golden brown. If you have browning on both sides of the pan, your broiler is working properly. If toastbrowns only on one side of the pan, call for service.
Questions and AnswersQ. Are there blue flames on both sides of the
broil burner?A. Yes, but the bright orange glow of the burner
igniter may make the flame difficult to see. If youcannot see the flame on both sides and feel yourbroil burner is not functioning properly, try the“toast test.”
Q. When broiling, is it necessary to always use agrid in the pan?
A. Yes. Using the grid suspends the meat over the pan.As the meat cooks, the juices fall into the pan, thuskeeping meat drier. Juices are protected by the gridand stay cooler, thus preventing excessive spatterand smoking.
Q. Should I salt the meat before broiling?A. No. Salt draws out the juices and allows them to
evaporate. Always salt after cooking. Piercing themeat with a fork allows juices to escape. Turn themeat with tongs instead of a fork.
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Use of Aluminum FoilYou can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan and broiler grid.However, you must mold the foil tightly to the grid and cut slits in it just like the grid.Without the slits, the foil will prevent fat and meat juices from draining into the broiler pan. The juices could become hot enough to catch on fire. If you do not cut the slits, you are frying, not broiling.
Alwaysplace sumpto the frontof the door.
How to Set Your Oven for Broiling1. Press BROIL HI/LO.2. Press BROIL HI/LO again (alternates
between LO Broil and HI Broil).
3. Press START.
4. Press CLEAR/OFF when broiling is finished.CLEAR
OFF
STARTBROIL
HI/LO
Quantity and/or Shelf First Side Second SideFood Thickness Position Time, Minutes Time, Minutes CommentsBacon 1/2 lb. (about 8 C 5 21⁄2 Arrange in single layer.
thin slices)Ground Beef 1 lb. (4 patties) Space evenly.Well Done 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick C 8–9 6–7 Up to 8 patties take about same time.Beef SteaksRare 1 inch thick B 9 7 Steaks less than 1 inch thick cook Medium (1 to 11⁄2 lbs.) B 12–13 5–6 through before browning. Pan frying Well Done B 13 8–9 is recommended. Slash fat.Rare 11⁄2 inches thick B 10 6–7Medium (2 to 21⁄2 lbs.) B 15 9–12Well Done B 25 16–18Chicken 1 whole A 28–30 18–20 Reduce time about 5 to 10 minutes per
(2 to 21⁄2 lbs.), side for cut-up chicken. Brush each split lengthwise side with melted butter. Broil skin-
side-down first.Bakery ProductsBread (Toast) or 2 to 4 slices C or D 2–3 1/2–1 Space evenly. Place English muffinsToaster Pastries 1 pkg. (2) cut-side-up and brush with butter, English Muffins 2 (split) C or D 3–4 if desired.Lobster Tails 2–4 C 13–16 Do not Cut through back of shell. Spread open.
(6 to 8 oz. each) turn over. Brush with melted butter before and after half of broiling time.
Fish 1-lb. fillets 1/4 to B 5 5 Handle and turn very carefully. Brush 1/2 inch thick with lemon butter before and during
cooking if desired. Preheat broiler to increase browning.
Ham Slices 1 inch thick C 8 8 Increase time 5 to 10 minutes per side(precooked) for 11⁄2 inch thick or home cured ham.Pork Chops 2 (1/2 inch thick) B 10–12 4–5 Slash fat.Well Done 2 (1 inch thick) B 12–13 8–9
about 1 lb.Lamb ChopsMedium 2 (1 inch thick), B 8 4–7 Slash fat.Well Done about 10 to 12 oz. B 10 10Medium 2 (11⁄2 inches thick), B 10 4–6Well Done about 1 lb. B 17 12–14Wieners and 1-lb. pkg. (10) C 6 1–2 If desired, split sausages in halfsimilar precooked lengthwise; cut into 5- to 6-inch pieces.sausages, bratwurst
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BROILING GUIDE
• Always use the broiler pan and grid that comes withyour oven. It is designed to minimize smoking andspattering by trapping juices in the shielded lowerpart of the pan.
• Broiling should always be done with the oven door closed.
• For steaks and chops, slash the fat evenly around theoutside edges of the meat. To slash, cut crosswisethrough outer fat surface just to the edge of the meat.Use tongs to turn the meat over to prevent piercingthe meat and losing juices.
• If desired, marinate meats or chicken before broilingor brush with barbecue sauce last 5 to 10 minutes only.
• When arranging the food on the pan, do not let fattyedges hang over sides because dripping fat will soilthe oven bottom.
• The broiler does not need to be preheated. However,for very thin foods, or to increase browning, preheatif desired.
• Use LO Broil to cook foods such as poultry or thickpork chops evenly without over-browning them.
• Frozen steaks can be broiled by positioning the ovenshelf at next lowest shelf position and increasingcooking time given in this guide 11⁄2 times per side.
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OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVENNormal Cleaning Time: 4 hours
Before a Clean Cycle1. Remove the broiler pan, broiler grid, all cookware
and any aluminum foil from the oven—they cannot withstand the high cleaning temperatures.
NOTE: The oven shelves may be cleaned in theself-cleaning oven. However, they will darken, losetheir luster and become hard to slide. Wipe theshelf supports with cooking oil after self-cleaningto make shelves slide more easily.
2. Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom. If you use soap, rinse thoroughly before self-cleaning to prevent staining.
3. Clean spatters or soil on the oven front frame andthe oven door outside the gasket with a dampenedcloth. The oven front frame and the oven dooroutside the gasket do not get cleaned by the self-clean cycle. On these areas, use detergent and hotwater or a soap-filled steel wool pad. Rinse wellwith a vinegar and water solution. This will helpprevent a brown residue from forming when theoven is heated. Buff these areas with a dry cloth.Do not clean the gasket.
Clean the outside front of the oven door with soap and water. Also use soap and water to cleanunder the oven vent grille. Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners.Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place.
Do not rub or clean the door gasket—the fiberglass material of the gasket has anextremely low resistance to abrasion. An intact and well-fitting oven door gasket is essential forenergy-efficient oven operation and good bakingresults. If you notice the gasket becoming worn,frayed or damaged in any way or if it has becomedisplaced on the door, you should have it replaced.
Do not let water run down through openings inthe top of the door. To help prevent water fromgetting in these slots when cleaning, open the dooras far as it will go.
4. Close the oven door and make sure the oven light is off. If the oven light is not turned off, the life of the bulb will be shortened or it may burn out immediately. The door latchesautomatically after the clean cycle is set.
Do not use commercial oven cleaners or ovenprotectors in or near the self-cleaning oven.A combination of any of these products plus the high clean-cycle temperature may damage theporcelain finish of the oven.
Important:The oven door must be closed and all controls mustbe set correctly for the cycle to work properly.
Ovenventgrille
Ovenfrontframe
Ovenlight
Ovenvent
Areainside
gasket
Oven doorgasket
Area outsidegasket
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How to Set the Oven for Cleaning
1. Follow the steps in the Before aClean Cycle section.
2. Press SELF CLEAN.
3. Press the HOUR and MIN + or –pads to set the clean time, if a timeother than 4 hours is needed.
Clean time is normally 4 hours. Youcan change the clean time to anytime between 3 to 5 hours, dependingon the amount of soil in your oven.
4. Press START.
The door locks automatically. The displaywill show the clean time remaining. It will not be possible to open the ovendoor until the temperature drops belowthe lock temperature and the LOCKEDDOOR light goes off.
5. When the LOCKED DOOR light is off,open the door.
NOTE: • You can find out when the clean cycle will
start by pressing DELAY START.
• The display will flash and the control willbeep if you set the clean cycle and forgetto close the oven door.
DELAYSTART
START
MINHOUR
SELFCLEAN
Easy Steps:1. Press SELF CLEAN.
2. Press the HOUR and MIN + or – pads to set theclean time.
3. Press START.
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How to Set Delay Start of Cleaning
Delay Start is setting the oven to start the clean cycle automatically at a later time than the presenttime of day.
NOTE: Before beginning, make sure the oven clockshows the correct time of day.
1. Follow the steps in the Before aClean Cycle section.
2. Press SELF CLEAN.
3. Press the HOUR and MIN + or –pads to set the clean time.
4. Press DELAY START.
5. Press the HOUR and MIN + or –pads to set the time of day you wantthe clean cycle to start.
6. Press START.
The door locks automatically. Thedisplay will show the start time. Itwill not be possible to open the ovendoor until the temperature dropsbelow the lock temperature and theLOCKED DOOR light goes off.
7. When the LOCKED DOOR light isoff, open the door.
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START
MINHOUR
DELAYSTART
MINHOUR
SELFCLEAN
Easy Steps:1. Press SELF CLEAN.
2. Press the HOUR and MIN + or – pads to set the clean time.
3. Press DELAY START.
4. Press the HOUR and MIN + or – pads to set the start time.
5. Press START.
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OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN(continued)
To Stop a Clean Cycle1. Press CLEAR/OFF. 2. When the oven has cooled below the locking
temperature and the LOCKED DOOR light goesoff, open the door.
CLEAROFF
Questions and AnswersQ. If my oven clock is not set to the correct time of
day, can I still self-clean my oven?A. If the clock is not set to the correct time of day
you will not be able to set a delay-clean cycle toend at a specific time.
Q. Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any partof my self-cleaning oven?
A. No cleaners or coatings should be used around any part of this oven. If you do use them and donot thoroughly rinse the oven with water, wiping itabsolutely clean afterwards, the residue can scarthe oven surface and damage metal parts the nexttime the oven is automatically cleaned.
Q. What should I do if excessive smoking occursduring cleaning?
A. This is caused by excessive soil. Turn the oven off. Open the windows to rid the room of smoke.Wait until the oven has cooled and the words“LOCKED DOOR” are off in the display. Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle.
Q. Is the “crackling” or “popping” sound I hearduring cleaning normal?
A. Yes. This is the sound of the metal heating and coolingduring both the cooking and cleaning functions.
Q. Should there be any odor during the cleaning?A. Yes, there will be an odor during the first few
cleanings. Failure to wipe out excessive soil mightalso cause a strong odor when cleaning.
Q. What causes the hair-like lines on the enameledsurface of my oven?
A. This is a normal condition, resulting from heatingand cooling during cleaning. These lines do notaffect how your oven performs.
Q. Why do I have ash left in my oven aftercleaning?
A. Some types of soil will leave a deposit which is ash. It can be removed with a damp sponge or cloth.
Q. My oven shelves do not slide easily. What is the matter?
A. After many cleanings, the oven shelves will losetheir luster and become hard to slide. To makeshelves slide more easily wipe the shelf supportswith cooking oil.
Q. My oven shelves have become gray after theself-clean cycle. Is this normal?
A. Yes. After the self-clean cycle, the shelves willlose some luster and discolor to a deep gray color.
After Self-CleaningYou may notice some white ash in the oven. Just wipeit up with a damp cloth after the oven cools.
If white spots remain, remove them with a soap-filledsteel wool pad. Be sure to rinse thoroughly with avinegar and water mixture. These deposits are usuallya salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle.
If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle, repeatthe cycle.
NOTE:• No functions can be programmed before the door
automatically unlocks.
• If the shelves have become hard to slide, wipe theshelf supports with cooking oil.
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CARE AND CLEANING
Proper care and cleaning are important so your oven will give you efficientand satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for youroven to assure safe and proper maintenance.
Broiler Pan and Grid Removable Storage DrawerAfter broiling, removethe broiler pan from theoven. Remove the gridfrom the pan. Carefullypour out grease fromthe pan into a propercontainer. Wash andrinse the broiler panand grid in hot waterwith a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad.
If food has burned on, sprinkle the grid with detergentwhile hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth.Soaking the pan will remove burned-on foods.
The broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with acommercial oven cleaner.
Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned inthe dishwasher.
Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in the self-cleaning oven.
Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the oven.
The storage drawer is a good place to store cookwareand bakeware. Do not store plastics and flammablematerial in the drawer.
Do not overload the storage drawer. If the drawer is too heavy, it may slip off the track when opened. To open the drawer, grasp the center of the handle andpull straight out.
To remove: Pull the drawer straight out and lift overthe guide stops.
To replace: Lift over the guide stops and slide thedrawer into place.
To clean both the inside and the outside: Wipe withsoap and water. Rinse well.
Do not use cleansing powders or harsh abrasiveswhich may scratch the surface.
Oven Light Replacement CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb,disconnect the electric power for your oven at themain fuse or circuit breaker panel.Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completelybefore removing or replacing them. When in use, lightbulbs can become warm enough to break if touchedwith a moist cloth or towel. When cleaning, avoidtouching warm lights with cleaning cloths if the lightcover is removed.
The oven light (bulb) is covered with a removable glass cover which is held in place with a wire. Removethe oven door, if desired, to reach the cover easily.
To remove:• Hold your hand under
the cover so it doesn’tfall when released. Withfingers of the same hand,firmly push back thewire cover holder. Liftoff the cover.
DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS.• Replace bulb with 40-watt home appliance bulb.
To replace cover:• Place it into the groove of the light receptacle. Pull
the wire forward to the center of cover until it snapsin place. When in place, the wire holds the coverfirmly. Be certain the wire is in the depression in thecenter of the cover.
• Connect electric power to the oven.
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Wire cover holder
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CARE AND CLEANING(continued)
Removable Oven BottomThe oven bottom can be removed to clean large spills, and to enable you to reach the oven burner.Oven bottom must be replaced before using theself-clean cycle.
TO REMOVE:1. Slide the tab at the center front of the oven bottom
to the left.
2. Lift the oven bottom up and out.
TO REPLACE:1. Slip the oven bottom into the oven so the tabs in
the rear of the oven bottom fit into the slots in theoven back.
2. Lower the front of the oven bottom into place andslide the front tab to the right to lock the ovenbottom into place.
The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish. To make cleaning easier, protect the oven bottomfrom excessive spillovers. This is particularlyimportant when baking a fruit pie or other foods withhigh acid content. Hot fruit fillings or foods that areacidic (such as milk, tomatoes or sauerkraut, andsauces with vinegar or lemon juice) may cause pittingand damage to the porcelain enamel surface.
To protect the oven bottom surface, place a piece of aluminum foil slightly larger than the baking dishor a small cookie sheet on a lower shelf or under thebaking dish to catch any spillovers. It should notcompletely cover the shelf as this would cause unevenheat in the oven. Aluminum foil should not be placedon the oven bottom.
If a spillover does occur on the oven bottom, allow the oven to cool first. You can clean the ovenbottom with soap and water, a mild abrasive cleanseror soap-filled abrasive pads. Rinse well to remove anysoap before self-cleaning.
Unlock Lock
Oven Shelves Control PanelThe oven shelves maybe cleanedwith a mildabrasive cleanser or steel wool. After cleaning, rinsethe shelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth.
NOTE: The oven shelves may be cleaned in theself-cleaning oven. However, they will darken, losetheir luster and become hard to slide. Wipe the shelfsupports with cooking oil after self-cleaning to makethe shelves slide more easily.
It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel after eachuse. Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar andwater, rinse with clean water and polish dry with asoft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquidcleaners, plastic scouring pads or oven cleanserson the control panel—they will damage the finish. A 50/50 solution of vinegar and hot water works well.
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Lift-Off Oven DoorThe oven door is removable, but it is heavy.You may need helpremoving and replacingthe door. Do not lift thedoor by the handle. Thiscan cause the glass tobreak or can causedamage to the door.
To remove the door,open it a few inches to the special stop position thatwill hold the door open. Grasp firmly on each sideand lift the door straight up and off the hinges.
NOTE: • Be careful not to place hands between the hinge and
the oven door frame as the hinge could snap backand pinch fingers.
• While working in the oven area, cover the hingeswith towels or empty paper towel rolls to preventpinched fingers and chipping the porcelain enamelon the frame.
To replace the door, make sure the hinges are in thespecial stop position. Position the slots in the bottomof the door squarely over the hinges. Then lower thedoor slowly and evenly over both hinges at the sametime. If the hinges snap back against the oven frame,pull them back out.
TO CLEAN THE DOOR:Inside of the door:• Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned during
the self-clean cycle, you do not need to clean this by hand. Any soap left on the liner causes additionalstains when the oven is heated.
• The area outside the gasket can be cleaned with a soap-filled scouring pad.
• Do not rub or clean the door gasket—thefiberglass material of the gasket has an extremelylow resistance to abrasion. An intact and well-fitting oven door gasket is essential for energy-efficient oven operation and good baking results. If you notice the gasket becoming worn, frayed ordamaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door, you should have it replaced.
NOTE: The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to allow for proper air circulation.
Outside of the door:• Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top,
sides and front of the oven door. DO NOT let waterrun down the openings in the top of the door. Rinsewell. You may also use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door.
• Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato saucesand basting materials containing acids may causediscoloration and should be wiped up immediately.When the surface is cool, clean and rinse.
• Do not use oven cleaners, cleansing powders orharsh abrasives on the outside of the door.
Inside gasket
Gasket
Outside gasket
MINOR ADJUSTMENTS YOU CAN MAKE
Adjusting Orifice HoodsCheck the inner cones of the flames. The inner coneof the flames should be about 1/2″ long. If the flamesare not right, use a 1/2″ open-end wrench or adjustablejoint pliers to adjust the orifice hood.
WARNING: If you attempt to measure the innercone of the flame, please use caution. Burns could result.
To shorten the cones, tighten the orifice hood by turning in the “L.P.” direction. To lengthen thecones, loosen the orifice hood by turning in the “Nat.” direction.
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Broil and Oven Burner Air Adjustment ShuttersAir adjustment shutters for the broil and ovenburners regulate the flow of air to the flame.All ovens are factory adjusted for use with the naturalgas used in most areas. But, since the gas in some areasmay be different, you should check all adjustmentsdescribed. If you are using LP gas, all the adjustmentsmust be made.
The air adjustmentshutter for the topburner is in the centerof the rear wall of the oven.
The shutter for the bottom burner is nearthe back wall. Removethe oven bottom foraccess.
Turn the burner full onand check the flames.The burner flamesshould not flutter orblow away from theburner. They should be blue in color with no trace ofyellow. Foreign particles in the gas line may cause anorange flame at first, but this will soon disappear. Ifthe flames are yellow or flutter, open the air shuttermore. If they blow away from the burner, close the airshutter more. See the illustration in the ProblemSolver of this guide for correct flame appearance.
To adjust the flow of air to either burner, loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter to allowmore or less air into the burner tube as needed.
The flames for the top (broil) burner shouldburn steady withapproximately 1″ bluecones and should notextend out over theedges of the burnerbaffle.
To determine if the bottom burner flamesare proper, remove theoven bottom and theburner baffle. Theflames should have1/2″ to 3/4″ blue coneswith no yellow tipping.When the baffle isback in place, theflames will resettle.
Visually check the color of the flames every 6 months.If they look like illustration (A) on the ProblemSolver in this guide, call for service.
When checking the flames, before and afteradjustments, the oven door should be closed.
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QUESTIONS?USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
“F–AND A NUMBER • This is a function error code. Press CLEAR/OFF. Allow the oven to cool oneOR LETTER” FLASH hour. Place the oven back into operation.IN THE DISPLAY • Disconnect all power to the oven for 5 minutes and then reconnect power. If the
failure code repeats, call for service.
CLOCK AND TIMER • Check for power outage.DO NOT WORK
CONTROL SIGNALS AFTER • This is reminding you to press BAKE and then enter a temperature.ENTERING COOKING TIME • This is reminding you to enter a bake temperature after having pressed BAKE.OR DELAY START TIME
• This is reminding you to close the oven door so the self-clean cycle can start.
DISPLAY GOES BLANK • The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped, or a fuse has been blown.
DISPLAY FLASHES • Power failure. Reset the clock.
UNABLE TO GET THE • BAKE and BROIL HI/LO must be pressed at the same time and held forDISPLAY TO SHOW “SF” 2 seconds.
“LOCK DOOR” FLASHES • Oven door not closed after self-clean cycle is selected.
“LOCKED DOOR” FLASHES • Door is still locked and you are trying to enter an oven cooking operation.
OVEN LIGHT DOES • The light bulb is loose or defective. Tighten or replace.NOT WORK • The pad operating the oven light is broken. Call for service.
OVEN WILL NOT SET • Oven temperature is too high to set self-clean operation. A SELF-CLEAN CYCLE Allow the oven to cool to room temperature and reset the controls.
• Oven door not fully closed.
• If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn the oven off and disconnect the power supply. Have it serviced by a qualified technician.
OVEN NOT CLEAN • Oven controls not set properly. See the Operating the Self-Cleaning AFTER CLEAN CYCLE Oven section.
• Heavily soiled ovens require 4 to 5 hours of clean time.
• Heavy spillovers should be cleaned up before starting clean cycle.
DOOR WILL NOT • When the temperature has fallen below the locking temperature door canOPEN AFTER be opened. SELF-CLEAN CYCLE
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
OVEN WILL NOT WORK • The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped, or a fuse has been blown.
• The oven controls are not properly set.
FOOD DOES NOT BROIL • Oven controls not set properly. See the Broiling section.PROPERLY • Oven door not closed.
• Improper shelf position being used. See the Broiling Guide.
• Food is being cooked on a hot pan or on cookware not suitable for broiling.
• Aluminum foil used on the broiler pan and grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended.
FOOD DOES NOT ROAST • Oven controls not set properly. See the Baking or Roasting section.OR BAKE PROPERLY • Shelf position is incorrect. See the Baking or Roasting section.
• Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used.
• Oven thermostat needs adjustment. See the Adjust the Oven Thermostat—Do It Yourself section.
OVEN TEMPERATURE • Oven thermostat needs adjustment. See the Adjust the Oven Thermostat—TOO HOT OR TOO COLD Do It Yourself section.
CANNOT SEE FLAMES ON • Bright glow of igniter makes flames difficult to see. See the Broiling section.BOTH SIDES OF BROIL BURNER
BURNERS HAVE YELLOWOR YELLOW-TIPPED FLAMES
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.
“BURNING” OR “OILY” • This is normal in a new oven and will disappear in time. To speed the process, ODOR EMITTING FROM set a self-clean cycle for a minimum of 3 hours. See the Operating the Self-OVEN WHEN TURNED ON Cleaning Oven section.
STRONG ODOR • An odor from the insulation around the inside of the oven is normal for thefirst few times the oven is used. This is temporary.
• Improper air/gas ratio in oven. Adjust oven burner air shutter.
FAN NOISE • A cooling fan may automatically turn on and off to cool internal parts. This is normal and the fan may continue to run even after the oven is off.
If you need more help…call, toll free:GE Answer Center®
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(B) Yellow tips on outer cones—Normal for LP gas
(C) Soft blue flames—Normal for natural gas
(A) Yellow flames—Call for service
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Service Contracts800-626-2224You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be thereafter your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is stillin effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
Parts and Accessories800-626-2002Individuals qualified to service their own appliances canhave parts or accessories sent directly to their home. TheGE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts…andall GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted. VISA,MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.
User maintenance instructions contained in this guidecover procedures intended to be performed by any user.Other servicing generally should be referred to qualifiedservice personnel. Caution must be exercised, sinceimproper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
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WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTYFor one year from date of originalpurchase, we will provide, free ofcharge, parts and service labor inyour home to repair or replace any part of the oven that failsbecause of a manufacturing defect.
***********************This warranty is extended to theoriginal purchaser and any succeedingowner for products purchased forordinary home use in the 48 mainlandstates, Hawaii and Washington, D.C.In Alaska the warranty is the sameexcept that it is LIMITED becauseyou must pay to ship the product tothe service shop or for the servicetechnician’s travel costs to your home.All warranty service will be providedby our Factory Service Centers or byour authorized Customer Care®
servicers during normal working hours.Should your appliance need service,during warranty period or beyond,call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).
WHAT IS NOT COVERED • Service trips to your home toteach you how to use the product.
Read your Use and Carematerial. If you then have anyquestions about operating theproduct please contact yourdealer or our Consumer Affairsoffice at the address below, orcall, toll free:
GE Answer Center®
800.626.2000consumer information service
• Improper installation.
If you have an installationproblem, contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providingadequate electrical, gas, exhaustingand other connecting facilities asdescribed in the InstallationInstructions provided with theproduct.
• Replacement of house fuses orresetting of circuit breakers.
• Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purposeor used commercially.
• Damage to product caused byaccident, fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOTRESPONSIBLE FORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusionmay not apply to you. 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 in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
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