Owner’s Manual Range TEMP RECALL Electric Ranges Coil Top and Radiant Top Models GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 Part No. 164D3333P159 Pub. No.
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Read this Manual Review the Section on Troubleshooting Tips You’ll find many answers to common problems here. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all. Operating Instructions Using the Surface Units . .13–16 Using the Oven . . . . . . . . .17–27 Using the Clock and Timer . . . .22 Timed Baking and Roasting . . .23 Oven Thermostat . . . . . . . .24, 25 Using the Self-Cleaning Oven 26, 27 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . .
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Installation Instructions Operating Instructions For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WARNING ANTI-TIP DEVICE All ranges can tip and injury could result.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: Customer Service ■ Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the door, storage drawer or cooktop. They could damage the range and even tip it over, causing severe personal injury. ■ Do not store flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop.
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions ■ Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holders touch hot surface units or heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth. ■ For your safety, never use your appliance for warming or heating the room.
Safety Information Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop, areas facing the cooktop, oven vent opening, surfaces near the opening, crevices around the oven door and metal trim parts above the door. REMEMBER : The inside surface of the oven may be hot when the door is opened. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions ■ Do not touch the surface units, the heating elements or the interior surface of the oven. These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color.
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! OVEN Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions ■ 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.
Safety Information SELF-CLEANING OVEN (on some models) ■ Before self-cleaning the oven, remove the broiler pan, grid and other cookware. ■ Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before starting the selfcleaning operation. ■ If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn the oven off and disconnect the power supply. Have it serviced by a qualified technician. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips ■ Do not clean the door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal.
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions SURFACE UNITS–ALL MODELS 10 Use proper pan size—select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element. The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the surface unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing.
RADIANT SURFACE UNITS (on some models) Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Use care when touching the cooktop. The glass surface of the cooktop will retain heat after the controls have been turned off. ■ Do not operate the ■ When the cooktop is radiant surface units if cool, use only the the glass is broken. recommended cleaning Spillovers or cleaning cream to clean the solution may penetrate cooktop.
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! COIL SURFACE UNITS (on some models) Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Read and follow this Safety Information carefully. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips ■ Be sure the drip pans and the vent duct are not covered and are in place. Their absence during cooking could damage range parts and wiring.
Safety Information Using the surface units. How to Set Push the knob in and turn in either direction to the setting you want. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions At both OFF and HI the control clicks into position. You may hear slight clicking sounds during cooking, indicating the control is keeping the power level you set. Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF when you finish cooking.
Safety Information Using the radiant surface units (on some models) About the radiant surface units… SURFACE COOKING Installation Instructions Operating Instructions ,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,, , ,,,, ,,, ,, ,, ,,,on,the,,glass. Never cook directly The radiant cooktop features heating units beneath a smooth glass surface. NOTE: A slight odor is normal when a new cooktop is used for the first time. It is caused by the heating of new parts and insulating materials and will disappear in a short time.
Safety Information Selecting types of cookware for radiant glass cooktop models. The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops. Stainless Steel: Operating Instructions Installation Instructions recommended Aluminum: Check pans for flat bottoms by using a straight edge. heavy weight recommended Good conductivity. Aluminum residues sometimes appear as scratches on the cooktop, but can be removed if cleaned immediately.
Safety Information Selecting types of cookware for coil cooktop models. The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on coil cooktops.
Safety Information Using the oven controls. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Clock and Timer Features COOK TIME ON/OFF Pad Press this pad and then press the HOUR and MIN. pads to set the amount of time you want your food to cook. Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature. The oven will shut off when the Cook Time has run out. TIMER ON/OFF Pad Press this pad to select the timer feature.
Safety Information Using the oven controls. (on some models) Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Oven Control Settings On some models you may use the oven light switch to turn the light on and off when the door is closed. OVEN ON Light Glows anytime the oven is heating. The light will flash when the oven automatically turns off to remind you to turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF.
Safety Information Using the oven. Oven Temperature Knob (on some models) Turn this knob to the setting you want. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions ■ The oven cycling light glows until the oven reaches your selected temperature, then goes off and on with the oven element(s) during cooking. Before you begin… D C B A To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on.
Safety Information Using the oven. Preheating and Pan Placement Installation Instructions Operating Instructions 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. Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible.
Safety Information Broiling guide Food Bacon Beef Steaks Rare Medium Well Done Rare Medium Well Done Chicken 1/2 lb. (about 8 thin slices) 1 lb. (4 patties) 1/2 to 3/4″ thick C 41⁄2 41⁄2 C 10 7 Space evenly. Up to 8 patties take about same time. 1″ thick (1 to 11⁄2 lbs.) C C C 6 8 12 5 6 11 11⁄2″ thick (2 to 21⁄2 lbs.) C C C A 10 15 25 35 7–8 14–16 20–25 10–15 Steaks less than 1″ thick cook through before browning. Pan frying is recommended. Slash fat. 1 whole (2 to 21⁄2 lbs.
Safety Information Using the clock and timer. (on some models) The clock must be set for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. The time of day cannot be changed during a timed baking or self-cleaning cycle. Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. To Set the Clock: 1 Press the CLOCK pad. 2 Press the HOUR and MIN. or SET TIME +/- pads. 3 Press the CLOCK pad to start. To Set the Timer: The timer is a minute timer only.
Safety Information Using the timed baking and roasting features. (on some models) Do not latch the oven door during timed cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions NOTE: Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should not be allowed to sit for more than 1 hour before or after cooking. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
Safety Information Adjust the oven thermostat—Easy to do yourself! You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself. Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven. These thermometers may vary 20–40 degrees.
Safety Information To Adjust the Thermostat on Standard Clean Models the Oven Temp knob off the shaft, look at 1 Pull the back of the knob and note the current setting before making any adjustments. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions 2 Loosen both screws on the back of the knob. increase the oven temperature, move the pointer 3 To 1 notch toward the words “MAKE HOTTER.
Safety Information Using the self-cleaning oven (on some models). Never force the latch handle. Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism. Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Before a Clean Cycle The range must be completely cool in order to set the self-clean cycle. We recommend venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood during the first self-clean cycle. Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom. Remove all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven.
Safety Information How to Delay the Start of Cleaning (on some models) Operating Instructions Installation Instructions 1 Latch the door. 2 Turn the Oven Temperature knob to CLEAN. 3 Press the START TIME ON/OFF pad. the HOUR and MIN. pads to set the time 4 Press cleaning will start. When the CLEAN light flashes, and the oven has completely cooled, slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF.
Safety Information Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Interior (non-self clean models) Installation Instructions Operating Instructions With proper care, the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of the oven—top, bottom, sides, back and inside of the door—will stay newlooking for years. Let the range cool before cleaning. We recommend that you wear rubber gloves when cleaning the range. Soap and water will normally do the job.
Safety Information Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable for cleaning. Do not lift the door by the handle. Make sure the oven is completely cool. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions To remove the door, open it to the special stop position. Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up and off the hinges. Lift the door straight up and off the hinges. Do not place hands between the hinge and the oven door frame.
Safety Information Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Heating Elements Do not clean the bake element or the broil element. Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated. Installation Instructions Operating Instructions To clean the oven floor, gently lift the bake element. Clean with warm soapy water. Oven Shelves Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel wool. On self-cleaning models the oven shelves may be cleaned in the self-cleaning oven.
Safety Information Broiler Pan & Grid Operating Instructions Installation Instructions After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven. After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven. Remove the grid from the pan. Carefully pour out the grease from the pan into a proper container. Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad. If food has burned on, sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth.
Safety Information Cleaning the glass cooktop. Clean the glass surface with cleaning cream before you use the cooktop for the first time. Also, clean the glass surface after each use. This helps protect the top and makes clean-up easier. Installation Instructions Operating Instructions To clean the cooktop seal, let a wet cloth rest on it for a few minutes, then wipe clean. Use a mild detergent if needed. Do not use a knife or any sharp object on the seal because it will cut or damage it.
Safety Information Special Care Be sure to use a new sharp razor scraper. Do not use a dull or nicked blade. Using a razor scraper will not damage the surface if the 30° angle is maintained. 1 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Sugary spillovers (such as jellies, fudge, candy syrups) or melted plastics can cause pitting of the surface of your cooktop (not covered by the warranty) unless the spill is removed while still hot. Special care should be taken when removing hot substances.
Safety Information Care and cleaning of the range. Porcelain Enamel Cooktop (on some models) Installation Instructions Operating Instructions The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but breakable if misused. This finish is acid-resistant. However, any acidic foods spilled (such as fruit juices, tomato or vinegar) should not be permitted to remain on the finish. If acids spill on the cooktop while it is hot, use a dry paper towel or cloth to wipe it up right away.
Safety Information Be sure all the controls are turned to OFF and the surface units are cool before attempting to remove them. Surface Units (on some models) Surface unit Receptacle Drip pan Operating Instructions Installation Instructions To clean the surface units, turn the control to the highest setting for a minute. The coils will burn off any soil. To remove a surface unit: To remove the drip pans for cleaning, the surface units must be removed first.
Safety Information Care and cleaning of the range. Installation Instructions Operating Instructions If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury. Control Panel and Knobs Clean up spatters with a damp cloth. Remove heavier soil with warm, soapy water. Do not use abrasives of any kind on the control panel.
Safety Information Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Before You Begin IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector’s use. IMPORTANT: OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES. NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with the appliance after installation is completed. NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep this Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions for future use.
Safety Information Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Installation Instructions Operating Instructions 1 Prepare the Opening Allow 11⁄2″ spacing from the range to adjacent vertical walls above cooktop surface. Allow 30″ minimum clearance between surface units and bottom of unprotected wood or metal top cabinet, and 15″ minimum between countertop and adjacent cabinet bottom.
Safety Information Read these instructions completely and carefully. Flooring Under the Range Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Your range, like many other household items, is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting.
Safety Information Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 3 Power Cord Strain Relief Installation Installation Instructions Operating Instructions the lower rear range wiring cover to expose the connector block a Remove and bracket. the knockout ring (1 ⁄ ″) located on bracket directly below the b Remove connector. To remove the knockout, use a pair of pliers to bend the 3 8 knockout ring away from the bracket and twist until ring is removed.
Safety Information 4 3-Wire Power Cord Installation WARNING: Operating Instructions Installation Instructions The neutral or ground wire of the power cord must be connected to the neutral terminal located in the center of the connector block. The power leads must be connected to the outside (brass colored) terminals. Remove the 3 wire terminal screws from the connector block. Insert screws through each power cord terminal ring and into the connector block until the screws engage the nuts.
Safety Information Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 5 4-Wire Power Cord Installation WARNING: Installation Instructions Operating Instructions The neutral wire of the supply circuit is connected to the neutral terminal located in the center of the connector block. The power leads must be connected to the outside (brass colored) terminals. The 4th grounding lead must be connected to the frame of the range with the grounding plate and grounding screw.
Safety Information 6 3-Wire Conduit Installation Remove the 3 screws from the connector block. Insert bare wires between the connector block terminals and movable nuts. Tighten screws securely. Do not remove ground strap connection. NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING a Do not connect aluminum wire to the connector block. Use copper building wire rated for the correct amperage and voltage to make 3 (three) 3″ copper jumper wires. Connect wire as per Step 6 or 7 depending on number of wires.
Safety Information Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 7 4-Wire Conduit Installation Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Remove the 3 screws from the connector block. Remove the grounding strap from the connector block middle location and the screw connecting it to the frame of the range. Insert bare wires between the connector block terminals and movable nuts. Tighten screws securely. Attach ground wire to the frame of the range.
Safety Information 8 Anti-Tip Bracket Installation Operating Instructions Installation Instructions An Anti-Tip bracket is supplied with instructions for installation in a variety of locations. The instructions include a template, a parts list and a list of tools necessary to complete the installation. Read the Important Safety Information and the instructions that fit your situation before beginning installation. WARNING ■ Range must be secured by Anti-Tip bracket supplied.
Safety Information Before you call for service… Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Surface units will not maintain a rolling boil or cooking is not fast enough Improper cookware being used. • Use pans which are absolutely flat and match the diameter of the surface unit selected.
Safety Information Possible Causes What To Do The surface units are not plugged in solidly. • With the controls off, check to make sure the surface unit is plugged completely into the receptacle. The surface unit controls improperly set. • Check to see the correct control is set for the surface unit you are using. The drip pans are not set securely in the cooktop.
Safety Information Before you call for service… Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What To Do Food does not bake or roast properly Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the oven section. Shelf position is incorrect or the shelf is not level. • See the Using the oven section. Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size being used. • See the Using the oven section. Oven thermostat needs adjustment.
Safety Information Oven temperature too hot or too cold Oven thermostat needs adjustment. • See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Easy to do yourself! section. Clock and timer do not work Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly grounded outlet. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Oven controls improperly set.
Safety Information Before you call for service… Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What To Do “F—and a number” flash in the display You have a function error code. • Disconnect all power to the range for 5 minutes and then reconnect power. If the function error code repeats, call for service. Troubleshooting Tips • On self-cleaning models, if a function error code appears during the selfcleaning cycle, check the oven door latch.
Safety Information Possible Causes What To Do The oven temperature is too high to set a self-clean operation. • Allow the range to cool to room temperature and reset the controls. Oven controls improperly set. • Make sure you turn the control knob all the way to the CLEAN position. Oven door is not in the locked position. • Make sure you move the door latch handle all the way to the right. Oven starts a self-clean cycle when you wanted to bake, roast or broil Oven door locked during cooking.
Safety Information Before you call for service… Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What To Do CLEAN light is on when you want to cook The oven door was accidentally locked. • Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF. Allow the oven to cool. Never force the door latch handle. Oven not clean after a clean cycle Oven controls not properly set. • See Using the self-cleaning oven section. Oven was heavily soiled.
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Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Information Notes 54
Safety Information Electric Range Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. We Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
Safety Information Service Telephone Numbers. GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 Installation Instructions Operating Instructions The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs Service 800.626.2000 TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrierfree kitchen for persons with limited mobility.