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Operating Instructions, TipsAluminum foil . . . . . . . . .14, 19Baking feature . . . . . . . . .14, 15Broiling feature . . . . . . . .21, 22Clock and timer . . . . . . . . . . . .8Control features and settings . .7Door latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Preheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Roasting feature . . . . . . . .19, 20Self-cleaning instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 24Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Special features of your oven control . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11Timed baking . . . . . . . . . .16, 17Type of margarine . . . . . . . . .18Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Care and CleaningBroiler pan and grid . . . . . . .25Burner air adjustment shutters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Door removal . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Light replacement . . . . . . . . .26Orifice hood adjustment . . . .28Oven bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Oven vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Self-cleaning instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 24Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Storage drawer . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Before You Call For ServiceThermostat adjustment —do it yourself . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Troubleshooting tips . . . . .29–31

Consumer SupportConsumer Support . .Back CoverProduct registration . . . . .33, 34Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

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Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #______________________

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You can find them on a label on thefront of the oven behind the door.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

— Do not store or use gasoline or otherflammable vapors 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 supplierfrom a neighbor’s phone. Follow thegas supplier’s instructions.

� If you cannot reach your gas supplier,call the fire department.

— Installation and service must beperformed by a qualified installer,service agency or the gas supplier.

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causingproperty damage, personal injury or death.

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WARNING!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.

Have the installer show you the location of the oven gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off if necessary.

� Have your oven installed and properlygrounded by a qualified installer, inaccordance with the Installation Instructions.Any adjustment and service should beperformed only by qualified gas oveninstallers or service technicians.

� Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your oven unless it is specificallyrecommended in this manual. All otherservice should be referred to a qualifiedtechnician.

� Be sure all packaging materials are removedfrom the oven before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packagingmaterial ignite.

� Do not touch the interior surface of theoven. These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color.During and after use, do not touch, or letclothing or other flammable materialscontact any interior area of the oven; allow sufficient time for cooling first.

Potentially hot surfaces include the ovenvent openings, surfaces near the openingand crevices around the door.

Remember: The inside surfaces of an ovenmay be hot when the door is opened.

� Be sure your oven is correctly adjusted by aqualified service technician or installer forthe type of gas (natural or LP) that is to beused. Your oven can be converted for usewith either type of gas. See the InstallationInstructions.

� WARNING: These adjustments mustbe made by a qualified service technician inaccordance with the manufacturer’sinstructions and all codes and requirementsof the authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow these instructions could result inserious injury or property damage. Thequalified 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,stand or hang on the oven door.

� 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 oven door or storage drawer.They could damage the oven.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICEThe California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California topublish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm, andrequires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.

Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbonmonoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted burners, indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame, will minimizeincomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood.

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� CAUTION: Items of interest tochildren should not be stored in cabinetsabove an oven—children climbing on theoven to reach items could be seriouslyinjured.

� For your safety, never use your appliance for warming or heating the room.

� Never wear loose fitting or hanginggarments while using the appliance. Becareful when reaching for items stored incabinets over the oven. Flammable materialcould be ignited if brought in contact withflame or hot oven surfaces and may causesevere burns.

� Do not store flammable materials in theoven or storage drawer.

� Do not store or use combustible materials,gasoline or other flammable vapors andliquids in the vicinity of this or any otherappliance.

� Do not let cooking grease or other flammablematerials accumulate in or near the oven.

� Do not use water on grease fires. Smotherfire or flame or use a multi-purpose drychemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

� Flame in the oven can be smotheredcompletely by closing the oven door andturning the oven off or by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fireextinguisher.

� Use only dry pot holders—moist or damppot holders on hot surfaces may result inburns from steam. Do not let pot holderscome near open flames when liftingcookware. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth. Such cloths can catch fire on a hot burner.

� Always keep dish towels, dish cloths, potholders and other linens a safe distance from your oven.

� Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and canned food a safe distance away fromyour oven.

� Do not leave paper products, cookingutensils or food in the oven when not in use.

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Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry to at least anINTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.

COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY…


WARNING: NEVER use thisappliance as a space heater to heat orwarm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning andoverheating of the oven.

� Do not use the oven for a storage area. Items stored in the oven can ignite.

� Keep the oven vent ducts unobstructed.� Keep the oven free from grease buildup.� Place the oven shelves in the desired

position while the oven is cool.� Pulling out the shelf to the stop-lock is a

convenience in lifting heavy foods. It is also a precaution against burns from touchinghot surfaces of the door or oven walls.

� Do not heat unopened food containers. Pressure could build up and the containercould burst, causing an injury.

� Never use aluminum foil to line the ovenbottom. Improper use of foil could start a fire.

� Do not use aluminum foil anywhere in theoven except as described in this manual.Misuse could result in a fire hazard ordamage to the oven.

� 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.

� Use only glass cookware that isrecommended for use in gas ovens.

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Stand away from the oven when opening the door of a hot oven. The hot air and steam that escape cancause burns to hands, face and eyes.

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� Always remove the broiler pan from oven assoon as you finish broiling. Grease left in thepan can catch fire if oven is used withoutremoving the grease from the broiler pan.

� When broiling, if meat is too close to theflame, the fat may ignite. Trim excess fat to prevent excessive flare-ups.

� Make sure the broiler pan is in placecorrectly to reduce the possibility of grease fires.

� If you should have a grease fire in the broilerpan, turn the oven off, and keep the ovendoor closed to contain fire until it burns out.

� Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings in ornear your oven.

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WARNING: NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the ovenbottom or cover an entire rack withmaterials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the oven andmay cause carbon monoxide poisoning.Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat, causing a fire hazard.

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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

� Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before self-cleaning operation.

� Before self-cleaning the oven, remove theshelves, broiler pan, grid and othercookware.

� Do not clean the door gasket. The doorgasket is essential for a good seal. Careshould be taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.

� Clean only parts listed in this Owner’sManual.

� If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn the oven off and disconnect the powersupply. Have it serviced by a qualifiedtechnician.

� Do not use oven cleaners. No commercialoven cleaner or oven liner of any kindshould be used in or around any part of the oven. Residue from oven cleaners willdamage the inside of the oven when the self-clean cycle is used.

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BAKE PadTouch this pad to select the bake function.

BAKE LightFlashes while in edit mode—you can changethe oven temperature at this point. Glowswhen the oven is in bake mode.

BROIL HI/LO PadTouch this pad to select the broil function.

BROIL LightFlashes while in edit mode—you can switchfrom HI to LO BROIL at this point. Glows whenthe oven is in broil mode.

DisplayShows the operations you have selected, the time of day and the cooking status.

COOKING TIME PadTouch this pad and then touch the + or –pad to set the amount of time you wantyour food to cook. The oven will shut offwhen the cooking time has run out.

DELAY START PadUse along with the COOKING TIME or SELF CLEAN pad to set the oven to start andstop automatically at a time you set.

OVEN LIGHT ON/OFF PadTouch this pad to turn the oven light on or off.

TIMER/CLOCK PadTouch this pad to select the timer feature.Then touch + and – pads to adjust time.

To set the clock, touch this pad twice andhold 3 seconds and then touch the + and –pads. The time of day will flash in thedisplay when the oven is first turned on.

START PadMust be touched to start any cookingfunction.

– PadShort taps to this pad will decrease the timeor temperature by small amounts. Touch and hold the pad to decrease the time ortemperature by larger amounts.

+ PadShort taps to this pad will increase the time or temperature by small amounts. Touch and hold the pad to increase the time ortemperature by larger amounts.

CLEAR/OFF PadTouch this pad to cancel ALL ovenoperations except the clock and timer.

SELF CLEAN PadTouch this pad to select the self-cleaningfunction. See the Using the self-cleaningoven section.

CLEAN LightFlashes while in edit mode—you can changethe length of time for the self-clean cycle atthis point. Glows when the oven is in the self-clean cycle. After the self-clean cycle, the lightwill turn off. Unlatch the door.

If “F– and a number or letter” flash in the display and theoven control signals, this indicates a function error code.

Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Allow the oven to cool for onehour. Put the oven back into operation.

If function error code repeats, disconnect power to the ovenand call for service.


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Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings

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Not all features are on all models.

To Set the TimerThe timer does not control oven operations. The maximum setting on the timer is 9 hours and 59 minutes.

Touch the TIMER/CLOCK pad.

Touch the + or – pad until theamount of time you want shows in the display. The maximum time thatcan be entered in minutes is 59. Times more than 59 minutes shouldbe changed to hours and minutes.

If you make a mistake, touch the TIMER/CLOCKpad and begin again.

Touch the START pad. The time will start counting down, although the display does not change untilone minute has passed.

When the timer reaches :00, thecontrol will beep 3 times followed byone beep every 6 seconds until theTIMER/CLOCK pad is touched.

The timer is a minute timer only. The CLEAR/OFF pad does not affectthe timer.

Using the clock and timer.

To Set the ClockThe clock must be set to the correct time of day for the automatic oven timingfunctions to work properly. The time ofday cannot be changed during a delayedcooking or a delayed self-cleaning cycle.

Touch the TIMER/CLOCK pad twice.

Touch the + or – pad.

If the + or – pad is not touched within one minute after you touch theTIMER/CLOCK pad, the display reverts to

the original setting. If this happens, touchthe TIMER/CLOCK pad twice and reenterthe time of day.

Touch the START pad until the timeof day shows in the display. Thisenters the time and starts the clock.

To check the time of day when the display isshowing other information, simply touch the CLOCK pad. The time of day shows until anotherpad is touched.

Make sure the clock is set to thecorrect time of day.

To Turn Off the Clock DisplayIf you have several clocks in your kitchen,you may wish to turn off the time of dayclock display on your oven.

Touch the TIMER/CLOCK pad once to turn off the time of day display.Although you will not be able to see

it, the clock maintains the correcttime of day.

Touch the TIMER/CLOCK pad twice torecall the clock display.

To Reset the TimerIf the display is still showing the timeremaining, you may change it by touchingthe TIMER/CLOCK pad, then touching the+ or – pad until the time you wantappears in the display.

If the remaining time is not in the display(clock, start time or cooking time are inthe display), recall the remaining time bytouching the TIMER/CLOCK pad and thentouching the + or – pad to enter the newtime you want.

To Cancel the TimerTouch the TIMER/CLOCKpad twice.

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Tones While Setting the Control Preheat Notification ToneWhen you touch a touch pad you will heara beep. This beep will let you know youhave placed enough pressure on the pad to activate it.

Attention ToneThis tone will sound if you set an invalidfunction or try to set an additional function.The tone can be quickly identified bywatching the display messages.

When you set an oven temperature the oven automatically starts to heat. When thetemperature inside the oven reaches yourset temperature a tone will sound to let youknow to place the food in the oven.

Power FailureIf a flashing time of day is in the display, you have experienced a power failure. Resetthe clock.

To reset the clock, touch the TIMER/CLOCKpad and hold 3 seconds. Enter the correcttime of day by touching the + or – pad.Touch the START pad.

The control has a series of tones that will sound at different times. These tones may sound whileyou set the control for an oven function or at the end of the oven function. They will also alert youwhen an incorrect time or temperature has been entered or if there is a problem with the oven.

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Special features of your oven control.

Tones at the End of a Timed CycleAt the end of a timed cycle, 3 short beeps will sound followed by one beep every 6 seconds, until the CLEAR/OFF pad is touched.This continuous 6-second beep may becanceled.

To cancel the 6-second beep:

Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO padsat the same time for 2 seconds untilthe display shows SF.

Touch the BROIL HI/LO pad. Thedisplay shows CON BEEP (continuousbeep). Touch the BROIL HI/LO padagain. The display shows BEEP. (Thiscancels the one beep every 6 seconds.)

Touch the START pad.

12-Hour Shut-OffWith this feature, should you forget and leave theoven on, the control will automatically turn off theoven after 12 hours during baking functions or after3 hours during a broil function.

If you wish to turn OFF this feature, followthe steps below:


Touch the DELAY START pad. Thedisplay will show 12 shdn (12 hour shut-off). Touch the DELAY START padagain and the display will show noshdn (no shut-off).

Touch the START pad to activate the no shut-off and leave the control set inthis special features mode.

Your new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use. The following are the features and how you may activate them.

The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day clock. They remain in the control’s memory until the steps are repeated.

When the display shows your choice, touch the START pad. The special features will remain in memory after a power failure.

Cook and HoldYour new control has a cook and hold feature thatkeeps cooked foods warm for up to 3 hours after the cooking function is finished.

To activate this feature, follow the stepsbelow:


Touch the COOKING TIME pad. Thedisplay will show Hld OFF.

Touch the COOKING TIME pad again to activate the feature. The display willshow Hld ON.

Touch the START pad to activate thecook and hold feature and leave thecontrol set in this special featuresmode.

Fahrenheit or Centigrade Temperature SelectionYour oven control is set to use the Fahrenheittemperature selections but you may change this to use the Centigrade selections.


Touch the BROIL HI/LO and COOKINGTIME pads at the same time for 2

seconds. The display will show F(Fahrenheit).

Touch the BROIL HI/LO and COOKINGTIME pads again at the same time for2 seconds. The display will show C(Centigrade).


Changing the Speed of the +/– PadsAs you use the +/– pads when setting a time ortemperature, you may notice the display changesslowly. This special feature allows you to changethe speed.

To set the speed you prefer, follow the steps below:


Touch the + pad. The display willshow you a set speed between 1 and 5.

Touch the + pad to increase the speedup to the number 5.

Touch the – pad to decrease thespeed down to the number 1.

Touch the START pad to activate thesetting and leave the control set in thisspecial features mode.

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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 24-hourmilitary time clock or black-out the clockdisplay, follow the steps below:

Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI/LOpads at the same time for 2 secondsuntil the display shows SF.

Touch the TIMER/CLOCK pad once.The display will show 12 hr.

Touch the TIMER/CLOCK pad again tochange to the 24-hour military timeclock. The display will show 24 hr.

Touch the TIMER/CLOCK pad again toblack-out the clock display. The displaywill show OFF.

Touch the START pad to activate yourchoice and leave the control set in thisspecial features mode.

NOTE: If the clock is in the black-out mode you willnot be able to use the Delay Start function.

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Control LockoutYour control will allow you to lock out the touchpads so they cannot be activated when touched.

To lock the controls:


Touch the SELF CLEAN pad. Thedisplay will show LOC OFF.

Touch the SELF CLEAN pad again.The display will show LOC.

Touch the START pad to activate thecontrol lockout feature and leavethe control set in this specialfeatures mode.

When this feature is on and the touchpads are touched the control will beepand the display will show LOC.

NOTE: The control lockout mode will not affect theclock, timer and oven light touch pads.

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Using the oven.

Automatic IgnitionThe oven burner is lit by electric ignition.

To light the burner, do the following:

Touch the pad for the desiredfunction. Then touch the + or –pad until the desired temperature isdisplayed. The burner should ignitewithin 60 seconds.

After the oven reaches the selectedtemperature, the oven burner cycles offcompletely, then on with a full flame tokeep the oven temperature controlled.

Before you begin…Look at the controls. Be sure youunderstand how to set them properly.

Check the oven interior. Look at the shelves. Take a practice run atremoving and replacing themproperly to give sure, sturdy support.

Read over the information and tipsthat follow.

Keep this guide handy so you canrefer to it, especially during the firstweeks of using your new oven.

NOTES:� 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 willdisappear in a short time. To speed theprocess, set a Self-Clean cycle for 4 hours.See the Using the Self-Cleaning Ovensection.

� A cooling fan may automatically turn on and off to cool internal parts. This is normal,and the fan may continue to run even afterthe oven is turned off.

Power OutageThe oven burner will not light in the eventof an electrical power outage.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to light it manuallywith a match.

Oven VentWhen the oven is on, heated air movesthrough a vent behind the grille.

The vent area could get hot during oven use.

The vent is needed for proper air flow in the oven and good baking results. Do notblock this vent. Doing so may cause ovenfailure or fire.

Oven LightTouch the OVEN LIGHT pad to turn the lighton or off.

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Shelf PositionsThe oven has 4 shelf supports, identified in this illustration as A (bottom), B, C andD (top).

Shelf positions for cooking are suggested inthe Baking, Roasting and Broiling sections.

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Oven ShelvesThe shelves are designed with stop-locks so that, when placed correctly on the shelfsupports, they will stop before comingcompletely out of the oven and will not tiltwhen you are removing food from them orplacing food on them.

When placing cookware on a shelf, pull theshelf out to the bump on the shelf support.Place the cookware on the shelf, then slidethe shelf back into the oven. This willeliminate reaching into the hot oven.

To remove a shelf from the oven, pull theshelf toward you, tilt the front end upwardand pull the shelf out.

To replace, place the shelf on the shelfsupport with the stop-locks (curvedextension of the shelf) facing up andtoward the rear of the oven. Tilt up thefront and push the shelf toward the back of the oven until it goes past the bump onthe shelf support. Then lower the front ofthe shelf and push it all the way back.

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Oven MoistureAs your oven heats up, the changingtemperature of the air in the oven maycause water droplets to form on the doorglass. These droplets are harmless and willevaporate as the oven continues to heat up.

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Using the baking feature.Your oven temperature is controlled very accurately using an oven control system. It is recommended that you operate the oven for a number of weeks using the time given on recipes as a guide to become familiar with your new oven’s performance. If you think an adjustment is necessary, see the Adjust the Oven Thermostat section. It lists easy Do It Yourselfinstructions 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.

Touch the BAKE pad.

Touch the + or – pad to set the oventemperature.


When the oven starts to heat, thechanging temperature will be in thedisplay. (The display starts changingonce the temperature reaches 100°F.)

To change the oven temperature during theBake cycle, touch the BAKE pad and set thenew temperature.

Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad when thebaking is finished.

NOTE: A cooling fan may automatically turn onand off to cool internal parts. This is normal,and the fan may continue to run even after theoven is turned off.

Oven ShelvesArrange the oven shelf or shelves in thedesired locations while the oven is cool. The correct shelf position depends on thekind of food and the browning desired.

As a general rule, place most foods in themiddle of the oven, on either shelf positionB or C. See the chart for suggested shelfpositions.

Type of Food Shelf PositionAngel food cake A

Frozen pies (on cookie sheet) A

Bundt or pound cakes A or B

Roasting A or B

Biscuits, muffins, brownies, B or Ccookies, cupcakes, layer cakes, pies, pie shells

Casseroles B or C

PreheatingPreheat the oven if the recipe calls for it.Preheat means bringing the oven up to thespecified temperature before putting thefood in the oven. To preheat, set the oven at the correct temperature—selecting ahigher temperature does not shortenpreheat time.

Preheating is necessary for good resultswhen baking cakes, cookies, pastry andbreads. For most casseroles and roasts,preheating is not necessary. For ovenswithout a preheat indicator light or tone,preheat 10 minutes. After the oven ispreheated, place the food in the oven as quickly as possible to prevent heat from escaping.

Aluminum FoilNever entirely cover a shelf with aluminumfoil. This will disturb the heat circulationand result in poor baking. A smaller sheetof foil may be used to catch a spillover byplacing it on a lower shelf several inchesbelow the food.

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CookiesWhen baking cookies, flat cookie sheets(without sides) produce better-lookingcookies. Cookies baked in a jelly roll pan(short sides all around) may have darkeredges and pale or light browning may occur.

Do not use a cookie sheet so large that ittouches the walls or the door of the oven.Never entirely cover a shelf with a largecookie sheet.

For best results during baking, use only one cookie sheet in the oven at a time.

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Baking Pans Pan PlacementUse the proper baking pan. The type offinish on the pan determines the amount of browning that will occur.

� Dark, rough or dull pans absorb heatresulting in a browner, crisper crust. Use this type for pies.

� Shiny, bright and smooth pans reflectheat, resulting in a lighter, more delicatebrowning. Cakes and cookies require thistype of pan.

� Glass baking dishes also absorb heat.When baking in glass baking dishes, thetemperature may need to be reduced by 25°F.

� If you are using dark non-stick pans, you may find that you need to reduce the oven temperature 25°F to preventover-browning.

For even cooking and proper browning,there must be enough room for aircirculation in the oven. Baking results willbe better if baking pans are centered asmuch as possible rather than being placedto the front or to the back of the oven.

Pans should not touch each other or thewalls of the oven. Allow 1- to 11⁄2-inch spacebetween pans as well as from the back ofthe oven, the door and the sides. If youneed to use two shelves, stagger the pans soone is not directly above the other.

Pies CakesFor best results, bake pies in dark, rough or dull pans to produce a browner, crispercrust. Frozen pies in foil pans should beplaced on an aluminum cookie sheet forbaking since the shiny foil pan reflects heat away from the pie crust; the cookiesheet helps retain it.

When baking cakes, warped or bent panswill cause uneven baking results and poorlyshaped products. A cake baked in a panlarger than the recipe recommends willusually be crisper, thinner and drier than itshould be. If baked in a pan smaller thanrecommended, it may be undercooked and batter may overflow. Check the recipeto make sure the pan size used is the onerecommended.

PeekingSet the timer for the estimated cookingtime and do not open the door to look atyour food. Most recipes provide minimumand maximum baking times such as “bake 30-40 minutes.”

DO NOT open the door to check until the minimum time. Opening the oven doorfrequently during cooking allows heat toescape and makes baking times longer.Your baking results may also be affected.

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How to Set Your Oven for Time BakeThe oven control allows you to turn the oven onor off automatically at specific times that youset. Examples of Immediate Start (oven turns onnow and you set it to turn off automatically atthe end of cooking time) and Delay Start andStop (setting the oven to turn on automaticallyat a later time and turn off after a presetcooking time) will be described.

NOTE: Before beginning, make sure the clockshows the correct time of day.

To set the clock, do the following:

Touch the TIMER/CLOCK pad.

Touch the + or – padto set the time of day.


NOTE: An attention tone will sound if you are using Timed Baking and do not touch the START pad after entering the bakingtemperature.

How to Set Immediate Start and Automatic StopCAUTION: To avoid possible burns, place theshelves in the correct position before you turnthe oven on.

The oven will turn on immediately andcook for a selected length of time. At theend of cooking time, the oven will turn offautomatically.

Touch the BAKE pad.


Touch the COOKING TIME pad.

NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating, youmay need to add additional time to the lengthof the cooking time.

Touch the + or – pad to set the bakingtime.

The oven temperature and thecooking time that you entered will be displayed.

Touch the START pad. The displayshows the oven temperature that youset and the cooking time countdown.(The display starts changing once thethe temperature reaches 100°F.)

The oven will continue to cook for theprogrammed amount of time, thenshut off automatically.

Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad to clear theend of cycle tone if necessary.

NOTES:� The low temperature zone of this oven

(between 170°F and 200°F) is available to keep hot cooked foods warm. Food kept in the oven longer than two hours at these lowtemperatures 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 hourbefore or after cooking. Room temperaturepromotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Besure the oven light is off because heat fromthe bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.

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How to Set Delay Start and Automatic StopCAUTION: To avoid possible burns, place theshelves in the correct position before you turnthe oven on.

You can set the control to delay the start ofcooking, cook for a specific length of timeand then turn off automatically.

Touch the BAKE pad.


Touch the COOKING TIME pad.

NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating, youmay need to add additional time to the lengthof the cooking time.

Touch the + or – pad to set the bakingtime.

Touch the DELAY START pad.

Touch the + or – pad to set the time ofday you want the oven to turn on andstart cooking.


If you would like to check the times you have set, touch the DELAY STARTpad to check the start time you have set or touch the COOKING TIME pad tocheck the length of cooking time youhave set.

When the oven turns on at the time of day you have set, the display willshow the changing temperature(starting at 100°F) and the cookingtime countdown.

At the end of cooking time the ovenwill turn off and the end of cycle tonewill sound.

Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad to clear theend of cycle tone if necessary.

NOTES:� The low temperature zone of this oven

(between 170°F and 200°F) is available to keep hot cooked foods warm. Food kept in the oven longer than two hours at these lowtemperatures may spoil.

� Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should notbe allowed to sit for more than one hourbefore or after cooking. Room temperaturepromotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Besure the oven light is off because heat fromthe bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.

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To Adjust the ThermostatTouch the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO padsat the same time for 2 seconds untilthe display shows SF.

Touch the BAKE pad. A two-digitnumber shows in the display.

The oven temperature can be adjustedup as much as 35°F or down as muchas 35°F. Touch the + pad to increasethe temperature in 1-degreeincrements. Touch the – pad todecrease the temperature in 1-degree increments.

When you have made the adjustment,touch the START pad to go back to thetime of day display. Use your oven asyou would normally.

Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks tobecome more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself.

Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven. These thermometers may vary 20–40 degrees.

NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the broiling or self-cleaning temperatures. The adjustment will be retained inmemory after a power failure.

The type of margarine will affect baking performance!Most recipes for baking have been developed using high-fat products such as butter or margarine (80% fat). If youdecrease the fat, the recipe may not give the same results as with a higher fat product.

Recipe failure can result if cakes, pies, pastries, cookies or candies are made with low-fat spreads. The lower the fatcontent of a spread product, the more noticeable these differences become.

Federal standards require products labeled “margarine” to contain at least 80% fat by weight. Low fat spreads, on the other hand, contain less fat and more water. The high moisture content of these spreads affects the texture and flavor of baked goods. For best results with your old favorite recipes, use margarine, butter or stick spreads containing at least70% vegetable oil.

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How to Set Your Oven for RoastingPlace the shelf in A or B position. No preheating is necessary.

Check the weight of the meat. Placethe meat fat side up, or poultry breastside up, on roasting grid in a shallowpan. The melting fat will baste themeat. Select a pan as close to the size of the meat as possible. (The broilerpan with grid is a good pan for this.)

Touch the BAKE pad.

To change the oven temperature during theroasting cycle, touch the BAKE pad and set the new temperature.

Touch the + or – pad to set the oven temperature.


Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad whenroasting is finished.

Aluminum FoilYou can use aluminum foil to line thebroiler pan. This makes clean-up easierwhen using the pan for marinating,cooking with fruits, cooking heavily curedmeats or basting food during cooking.Press the foil tightly around the inside ofthe pan.

Before You Begin Roasting…Roasting is really a baking procedure usedfor meats. Therefore, the oven controls areset for Baking or Timed Baking. (You mayhear a slight clicking sound, indicating theoven is working properly.) Timed Bakingwill turn the oven on and off automatically.

Most meats continue to cook slightly afterbeing removed from the oven. The internaltemperature will rise about 5° to 10°Fduring the recommended standing time of10 to 20 minutes. This allows roasts to firmup and makes them easier to carve.

To compensate for this rise in temperature,you may want to remove the roast sooner(at 5° to 10°F less than the temperature inthe Roasting Guide).

REMEMBER: Food will continue to cook in the hot oven and therefore should be removedwhen the desired internal temperature hasbeen reached.

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Roasting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat or poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven. Roasting temperatures,which should be low and steady, keep spattering to a minimum.

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Questions and AnswersQ. Is it necessary to check for doneness

with a meat thermometer?

A. Checking the finished internaltemperature at the completion ofcooking time is recommended.Temperatures are shown in theRoasting Guide. For roasts over 8 lbs.check with thermometer at half-hourintervals after half the cooking timehas passed.

Q. Why is my roast crumbling when I tryto carve it?

A. Roasts are easier to slice if allowed tocool 10 to 20 minutes after removingthem from the oven. Be sure to cutacross the grain of the meat.

Q. Do I need to preheat my oven eachtime I cook a roast or poultry?

A. It is not necessary to preheat youroven.

Q. When buying a roast, are there anyspecial tips that would help me cookit more evenly?

A. Yes. Buy a roast as even in thickness aspossible, or buy rolled roasts.

Q. Can I seal the sides of my foil “tent”when roasting a turkey?

A. Sealing the foil will steam the meat.Leaving it unsealed allows the air tocirculate and brown the meat.

Q. Are there blue flames on both sides ofthe broil burner?

A. Yes, but the bright orange glow of theburner igniter may make the flamedifficult to see. If you cannot see theflame on both sides and feel yourbroil burner is not functioningproperly, try the “toast test.”

Q. When broiling, is it necessary toalways use a grid in the pan?

A. Yes. Using the grid suspends the meatover the pan. As the meat cooks, thejuices fall into the pan, thus keeping

meat drier. Juices are protected by thegrid and stay cooler, thus preventingexcessive spatter and smoking.

Q. Should I salt the meat beforebroiling?

A. No. Salt draws out the juices andallows them to evaporate. Always saltafter cooking. Piercing the meat witha fork allows juices to escape. Turnthe meat with tongs instead of a fork.

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How to Set Your Oven for BroilingTouch the BROIL HI/LO pad.

Touch the BROIL HI/LO pad again(alternates between LO Broil and HI Broil).


Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad whenbroiling is finished.

Use of Aluminum FoilYou can use aluminum foil to line yourbroiler pan and broiler grid. However, youmust mold the foil tightly to the grid andcut slits in it just like the grid.

Without the slits, the foil will prevent fatand meat juices from draining into thebroiler pan. The juices could become hotenough to catch on fire. If you do not cutthe slits, you are frying, not broiling.

Before You Begin Broiling…If the meat has fat or gristle around theedge, cut vertical slashes through it about 2″ apart. If desired, the fat may be trimmed,leaving a layer about 1/8″ thick.

Place the meat on the broiler grid in thebroiler pan. Always use the grid so the fatdrips into the broiler pan; otherwise thejuices may become hot enough to catch on fire.

Position the broiler pan on a shelf on therecommended shelf position as suggestedin the Broiling Guide. Place the sump areaof the broiler pan to the front of the door.

NOTE: Always broil with the oven door closed.

Turn the food using tongs only once duringbroiling. Time the foods for the first sideaccording to the Broiling Guide.

Turn the food, then use the times given forthe second side as a guide to the preferreddoneness.

To test if your broiler is working properly:Cover the entire broiler pan grid withbread. Place the broiler pan on the thirdshelf from the bottom. Broil until the breadis golden brown. If you have browning onboth sides of the pan, your broiler isworking properly. If toast browns only onone side of the pan, call for service.

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Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the food. Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled. Followthese directions to keep spattering and smoking to a minimum.

Always place sump tothe front of the door.

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� Always use the broiler pan and grid thatcomes with your oven. It is designed tominimize smoking and spattering bytrapping the juices in the shielded lowerpart of the pan.

NOTE: Always broil with the oven door closed.

� For steaks and chops, slash fat evenlyaround the outside edges of the meat. Toslash, cut crosswise through the outer fatsurface just to the edge of the meat. Usetongs to turn the meat over to preventpiercing the meat and losing juices.

� If desired, marinate meats or chickenbefore broiling. Or brush with barbecuesauce last 5 to 10 minutes only.

� When arranging the food on the pan, do not let fatty edges hang over the sidesbecause the dripping fat will soil the ovenbottom.

� The broiler does not need to bepreheated. However, for very thin foods, orto increase browning, preheat if desired.

� Use LO Broil to cook foods such as poultry or thick pork chops evenlywithout over-browning them.

� Frozen steaks can be broiled bypositioning the shelf at next lowest shelfposition and increasing cooking timegiven in this guide 11⁄2 times per side.

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Broiling Guide

Quantity and/ Shelf First Side Second SideFood or Thickness Position Time (min.) Time (min.) Comments

Ground Beef 1 lb. (4 patties) C 11–12 8–9 Space evenly. Up to 8 pattiesWell Done 1/2 to 3/4″ thick take about the same time.Beef SteaksRare† 1″ thick B 8 5 Steaks less than 1″ thick cookMedium (1 to 11⁄2 lbs.) B 12–13 5–6 through before browning. Well Done B 13 8–9 Pan frying is recommended.

Slash fat.Rare† 11⁄2″ thick B 10 6–7Medium (2 to 21⁄2 lbs.) B 15 9–12Well Done B 25 16–18Chicken Breasts Boneless A 18–20 12–15 Reduce times about 5 to 10

Bone-In A 28–30 10–13 minutes per side for cut-upchicken. Brush each side with melted butter. Broil with skin-side-down first.

Lobster Tails 2–4 A or B 13–16 Do not Cut through back of shell, (6 to 8 oz. each) turn over. spread open. Brush with

melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time.

Fish Fillets 1/4 to 1/2″ thick (1 lb.) B 7–8 5 Handle and turn very Salmon Fillets 1″ thick B 18–20 Skin side down carefully. Brush with lemon

Do Not Turn butter before and during cooking, if desired. Preheat broiler to increase browning.

Pork Chops 2 (1/2″ thick) B 10–12 4–5 Slash fat.Well Done 2 (1″ thick) about 1 lb. B 12–13 6–8Lamb ChopsMedium 2 (1″ thick) B 8 4–7 Slash fat.Well Done about 10–12 oz. B 10 10Medium 2 (11⁄2″ thick) about 1 lb. B 10 4–6Well Done B 17 12–14

The size, weight, thickness,starting temperature, andyour preference of donenesswill affect broiling times. This guide is based on meatsat refrigerator temperature.

†The U.S. Department of Agriculturesays “Rare beef is popular, but youshould know that cooking it to only140°F means some food poisoningorganisms may survive.” (Source:Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide,USDA Rev. June 1985.)

Always use the broiler pan and gridthat came with your oven. It isdesigned to minimize smoking andspattering by trapping juices in theshielded lower part of the pan.

Delay Start is setting the oven to start theclean cycle automatically at a later timethan the present time of day.

NOTE: Before beginning, make sure theoven clock shows the correct time of day.

Touch the SELF CLEAN pad.

Touch the + or – pad to enter thedesired clean time.

Touch the DELAY START pad. Theearliest start time you can set willappear in the display.

Touch the + or – pad to enter the timeof day you want the clean cycle to start.


The door locks automatically. The display will show the start time. It will not be possible to open the oven door until the temperature drops below the locktemperature and the LOCKED DOOR lightgoes off.

When the LOCKED DOOR light is off, openthe door.

NOTE: � You can find out when the clean cycle

will start by touching the DELAY STARTpad.

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For the first self-clean cycle, we recommendventing your kitchen with an open windowor using a ventilation fan or hood.

Remove the shelves, broiler pan, broilergrid, all cookware and any aluminum foilfrom the oven.

The oven shelves can be self-cleaned, but they will darken, lose their luster andbecome hard to slide.

Soil on the front frame of the oven andoutside the gasket on the door will need tobe cleaned by hand. Clean these areas withhot water, soap-filled scrubbing pads orcleansers such as Soft Scrub®. Rinse wellwith clean water and dry.

Do not clean the gasket. The fiberglassmaterial of the oven door gasket cannotwithstand abrasion. It is essential for thegasket to remain intact. If you notice itbecoming worn or frayed, replace it.

Wipe up any heavy spillovers on the oven bottom.

Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place and the oven light is off.

IMPORTANT: The health of some birds isextremely sensitive to the fumes given offduring the self-cleaning cycle of any oven.Move birds to another well-ventilated room.

Touch the SELF CLEAN pad.

Touch the + or – pad to enter thedesired clean time, if a time otherthan 4 hours is needed.

Clean cycle time is normally 4 hours. You can change the clean time to any timebetween 3 hours and 5 hours, dependingon how dirty your oven is.


The door locks automatically. The displaywill show the clean time remaining. It willnot be possible to open the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperature and the LOCKED DOORlight goes off.

When the LOCKED DOOR light is off, openthe door.

The oven shuts off automatically when theclean cycle is complete.

NOTES: � The words LOCK DOOR will flash and the

oven control will signal if you set theclean cycle and forget to close the ovendoor.

� To stop a clean cycle, touch theCLEAR/OFF pad. When the LOCKED DOORlight goes off indicating the oven hascooled below the locking temperature,open the door.

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The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly.

Before a Clean Cycle

Wipe up heavy soil on the ovenbottom.

How to Set the Oven for Cleaning

How to Delay the Start of Cleaning

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After a Clean CycleYou may notice some white ash in the oven.Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools.

If white spots remain, remove them with a soap-filled scouring pad and rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture.

These deposits are usually a salt residue thatcannot be removed by the clean cycle.

If the oven is not clean after one cleancycle, repeat the cycle.

NOTES: � You cannot set the oven for cooking until

the oven is cool enough for the door tounlock.

� While the oven is self-cleaning, you can touch the CLOCK pad to display the time of day. To return to the clean countdown, touch the COOKINGTIME pad.

� If you have left the shelves in the ovenduring the self-clean cycle and theybecome hard to slide, apply a smallamount of vegetable oil or cooking oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges of theoven shelves with the paper towel.

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 correcttime of day you will not be able to set a delay-clean cycle to end at aspecific time.

Q. Can I use commercial oven cleanerson any part of my self-cleaning oven?

A. No cleaners or coatings should beused around any part of this oven.If you do use them and do notthoroughly rinse the oven with water,wiping it absolutely clean afterwards,the residue can scar the oven surfaceand damage metal parts the next timethe oven is automatically cleaned.

Q. What should I do if excessive smokingoccurs during cleaning?

A. This is caused by excessive soil. Turnthe 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 thedisplay. Wipe up the excess soil andreset the clean cycle.

Q. Is the “crackling” or “popping” soundI hear during cleaning normal?

A. Yes. This is the sound of the metalheating and cooling during both thecooking and cleaning functions.

Q. Should there be any odor during thecleaning?

A. Yes, there will be an odor during thefirst few cleanings. Failure to wipe out excessive soil might also cause a strong odor when cleaning.

Q. What causes the hair-like lines on theenameled surface of my oven?

A. This is a normal condition, resultingfrom heating and cooling duringcleaning. These lines do not affecthow your oven performs.

Q. Why do I have ash left in my ovenafter cleaning?

A. Some types of soil will leave a depositwhich 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. If you have left the oven shelves in the oven during many cleanings, the shelves will lose their luster andbecome hard to slide. To make shelves slide more easily wipe the shelf supports with cooking oil.

Q. I have left my oven shelves in theoven during the self-clean cycle andthey have become gray. Is thisnormal?

A. Yes. After the self-clean cycle, theshelves will lose some luster anddiscolor to a deep gray color.

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Troubleshooting TipsCare and cleaning of the oven. ge.com

Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the oven.

Broiler Pan and GridAfter broiling, remove the broiler pan fromthe oven. Remove the grid from the pan.Carefully pour out grease from the pan intoa proper container. Wash and rinse thebroiler pan and grid in hot water with asoap-filled or plastic scouring pad.

If food has burned on, sprinkle the gridwith detergent while hot and cover with wetpaper towels or a dishcloth. Soaking thepan will remove burned-on foods.

The broiler pan and grid may be cleanedwith a commercial oven cleaner.

Both the broiler pan and grid can also becleaned in a dishwasher.

Do not store a soiled broiler pan and gridanywhere in the oven.

CAUTION: Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in aself-cleaning oven.

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Removable Storage Drawer The storage drawer is a good place to storecookware and bakeware. Do not storeplastics and flammable material in thedrawer.

Do not overload the storage drawer. If thedrawer is too heavy, it may slip off the trackwhen opened. To open the drawer, graspthe center of the handle and pull straightout.

Most cleaning can be done with the drawerin place. However, the drawer may beremoved if further cleaning is needed. Usesoap and warm water to thoroughly clean.

To remove:Pull the drawer straight out and lift over the guide stops.

To replace:Lift over the guide stops and slide thedrawer into place.

To clean both the inside and the outside:Wipe with soap and water. Rinse well.Do not use cleansing powders or harshabrasives which may scratch the surface.

Oven Air VentsNever block the vents (air openings) of theoven. They provide the air inlet and outletthat are necessary for the oven to operateproperly with correct combustion.

Air openings are located under the controlpanel, above the door.

How to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging TapeCarefully grasp a corner of the protectiveshipping film with your fingers and slowlypeel it from the appliance surface. Do notuse any sharp items to remove the film.Remove all of the film before using theappliance for the first time.

To assure no damage is done to the finish of the product, the safest way toremove the adhesive from packaging tapeon new appliances is an application of ahousehold liquid dishwashing detergent.Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak.

NOTE: The adhesive must be removed from allparts. It cannot be removed if it is baked on.

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Removable Oven BottomThe oven bottom can be removed to clean largespills, and to enable you to reach the oven burner.Oven bottom must be replaced before usingthe self-clean cycle.

To remove:

Slide the tab at the center front ofthe oven bottom to the left.

Lift the oven bottom up and out.

To replace:

Slip the oven bottom into the ovenso the tabs in the rear of the ovenbottom fit into the slots in the oven back.

Lower the front of the oven bottominto place and slide the front tab tothe right to lock the oven bottominto place.

The oven bottom has a porcelain enamelfinish. To make cleaning easier, protect theoven bottom from excessive spillovers byplacing a cookie sheet on the shelf belowthe shelf you are cooking on. This isparticularly important when baking a fruitpie or other foods with a high acid content.Hot fruit fillings or other foods that arehighly acidic (such as tomatoes, sauerkraut,and sauces with vinegar or lemon juice)may cause pitting and damage to theporcelain enamel surface and should bewiped up immediately.

We don’t recommend using aluminum foil on the oven bottom. It can affect airflow if the holes are blocked and it canconcentrate heat at the bottom of the oven,resulting in poor baking performance.

To clean up spillovers, use soap and water,an abrasive cleaner or soap-filled scouringpad. Rinse well to remove any soap beforeself-cleaning.

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Oven ShelvesClean the shelves with an abrasive cleanseror scouring pad. After cleaning, rinse theshelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth.

NOTE: Take the shelves out of the oven before you begin the self-clean cycle.

Oven Light ReplacementCAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb,disconnect the electrical power to the oven at themain fuse or circuit breaker panel. Be sure to let thelight cover and bulb cool completely.

The oven light bulb is covered with aremovable glass cover that is held in placewith a bail-shaped wire. Remove the ovendoor, if desired, to reach the cover easily.

To remove:

Hold a hand under the cover so itdoesn’t fall when released. Withfingers of the same hand, firmly pushback the wire cover holder. Lift off the cover.

Do not remove any screws to remove the cover.

Do not touch hot bulb with a wetcloth. Replace bulb with a 40-watthousehold appliance bulb.

To replace cover:

Place it into the groove of the lightreceptacle. Pull the wire forward to thecenter of the cover until it snaps intoplace. When in place, the wire holdsthe cover firmly. Be certain the wire isin the depression in the center of thecover.Connect electrical power to the oven.

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Control PanelIt’s a good idea to wipe the control panelafter each use of the oven. Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water,rinse with clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth.

Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquidcleaners, plastic scouring pads or ovencleaners on the control panel—they willdamage the finish. A 50/50 solution ofvinegar and hot water works well.

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Lift-Off Oven DoorThe oven door is removable, but it is heavy. You mayneed help removing and replacing the door. Do notlift the door by the handle. This can cause the glassto break or can cause damage to the door.

To remove the door, open it a few inches tothe special stop position that will hold thedoor open. Grasp firmly on each side andlift the door straight up and off the hinges.

NOTES: � Be careful not to place hands between the hinge

and the oven door frame as the hinge could snapback and pinch fingers.

� While working in the oven area, cover the hingeswith towels or empty paper towel rolls to preventpinched fingers and chipping the porcelainenamel on the frame.

To replace the door, make sure the hinges are in the special stop position. Position theslots in the bottom of the door squarelyover the hinges. Then lower the door slowlyand evenly over both hinges at the sametime. If the hinges snap back against theoven frame, pull them back out.

To clean the inside of the door:

� Do not allow excess water to run into any holes or slots in the door.

� Because the area inside the gasket iscleaned during the self clean cycle, youdo not need to clean this by hand. Anysoap left on the liner causes additionalstains when the oven is heated.

� The area outside the gasket can be cleaned with a soap-filled plasticscouring pad.

To clean the outside of the door:

� Use soap and water to thoroughly cleanthe top, sides and front of the oven door.Rinse well. You may also use a glasscleaner to clean the glass on the outsideof the door.

� Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomatosauces and basting materials containingacids may cause discoloration and shouldbe wiped up immediately. When thesurface is cool, clean and rinse.

� Do not use oven cleaners, cleansingpowders or harsh abrasives on theoutside of the door.

Lift the door straight up and off thehinges.

The gasket is designed with a gapat the bottom to allow for proper aircirculation.Do not rub or clean the doorgasket—it has an extremely lowresistance to abrasion. If you notice the gasket becomingworn, frayed or damaged in anyway or if it has become displacedon the door, you should have itreplaced.

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Air adjustment shutters for the broil andoven burners regulate the flow of air to the flame.

All ovens are factory adjusted for usewith the natural gas used in most areas.But, since the gas in some areas may be different, you should check alladjustments described. If you are using LP gas, all the adjustments must be made.

The air adjustment shutter for the topburner is in the center of the rear wall of the oven.The shutter for the bottom burner isnear the back wall. Remove the ovenbottom for access.Turn the burner full on and check theflames. The burner flames should notflutter or blow away from the burner.They should be blue in color with notrace of yellow. Foreign particles in thegas line may cause an orange flame atfirst, but this will soon disappear. If theflames are yellow or flutter, open the airshutter more. If they blow away from theburner, close the air shutter more. Seethe illustration in the Troubleshooting Tipsof this guide for correct flameappearance.

To adjust the flow of air to either burner,loosen the Phillips head screw and rotatethe shutter to allow more or less air intothe burner tube as needed.

The flames for the top (broil) burner shouldburn steady with approximately 1″ bluecones and should not extend out overthe edges of the burner baffle.

To determine if the bottom burner flamesare proper, remove the oven bottom andthe burner baffle. The flames shouldhave 1/2″ to 3/4″ blue cones with noyellow tipping. When the baffle is backin place, the flames will resettle.

Visually check the color of the flamesevery 6 months. If they look likeillustration (A) in the Troubleshooting Tipsin this guide, call for service.

When checking the flames, before andafter adjustments, the oven door shouldbe closed.

Adjusting Orifice HoodsNat.

L.P.

Check the inner cones of the flames. The inner cones of the flames should beabout 1/2″ long. If the flames are notright, use a 1/2″ open-end wrench oradjustable joint pliers to adjust the orifice hood.

WARNING: If you attempt to measure the innercone of the flame, please use caution. Burnscould result.

To shorten the cones, tighten the orificehood by turning in the “L.P.” direction.To lengthen the cones, loosen theorifice hood by turning in the “Nat.”direction.

Broil and Oven Burner Air Adjustment ShuttersAir

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Air adjustment shutter

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Shutter for top burner

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Troubleshooting TipsBefore you call for service… ge.com

Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the followingpages first and you may not need to call for service.

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Oven will not work Circuit breaker has been • Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.tripped or a fuse has blown.

Oven control not properly set. • Set the control according to this manual.

Control signals after You forgot to enter a bake • Touch the BAKE pad and desired temperature orentering cooking time temperature or cleaning time. the SELF CLEAN pad and desired clean time.or start time

Food does not bake Oven controls improperly set. • See the Baking or Roasting section.or roast properly

Shelf position is incorrect. • See the Baking section.

Oven thermostat needs • See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!adjustment. section.

Clock not set correctly when • See the Using the clock and timer section.timed cooking.

Aluminum foil used improperly • See the Baking or Roasting section.in the oven.

Oven bottom not securely • See the Care and cleaning of the oven section.seated in position.

Food does not Oven controls improperly set. • Make sure you touch the BROIL HI/LO pad. broil properly

Oven door not closed. • See the Broiling section.

Improper shelf position • See the Broiling Guide.being used.

Food being cooked in a hot pan. • Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your oven. Make sure they are cool.

Cookware not suited for broiling. • Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your oven.

Aluminum foil used on the • See the Broiling section.the broiling pan and grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended.

Oven bottom not securely • See the Care and cleaning section.seated in position.

Oven temperature too Oven thermostat • See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself! hot or too cold needs adjustment. section.

Clock and timer A fuse in your home may be • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.do not work blown or the circuit breaker

tripped.

Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the clock and timer section.

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Oven light does not work Light bulb is loose or defective. • Tighten or replace the bulb.

The pad operating the oven light • Call for service.is broken.

Oven will not self-clean The oven temperature is too • Allow the oven to cool to room temperature and high to set a self-clean operation. reset the controls.

The oven door is not fully closed. • Close door.

Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the self-cleaning oven section.

“Crackling” or This is the sound of the • This is normal. “popping” sound metal heating and cooling

during both the cooking and cleaning functions.

Excessive smoking Excessive soil. • Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Open the windows torid the room of smoke. Wait until the LOCKED DOORlight goes off. Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle.

Oven door will not open Oven too hot. • Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature.after a clean cycle

Oven not clean after a Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the self-cleaning oven section.clean cycle

Oven was heavily soiled. • Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean cycle. Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean again or for a longer period of time.

“LOCK DOOR” flashes The self-clean cycle has been • Close the oven door.in the display selected but the door is not

closed.

LOCKED DOOR light The oven door is locked • Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Allow the oven to cool.flashes in the display because the temperature

inside the oven has not dropped below the locking temperature.

“F—and a number or You have a function error code. • Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Allow the oven to cool for letter” flash in the display one hour. Put the oven back into operation.

Function error code repeats. • Disconnect all power to the oven for 5 minutesand then reconnect power. If the function errorcode continues repeating, call for service.

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Display goes blank A fuse in your home may be • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.blown or the circuit breaker tripped.

The clock is in the • See the Special features of your oven control section.black-out mode.

Display flashes Power failure. • Reset the clock.

Unable to get the Oven control pads were • The BAKE and BROIL HI/LO pads must be touched atdisplay to show “SF” not touched properly. the same time and held for 2 seconds.

Power outage, Power outage or surge. • Reset the clock. If the oven was in use, you must reset clock flashes it by touching the CLEAR/OFF pad, setting the clock

and resetting any cooking function.

“Burning” or “oily” This is normal in a new oven • To speed the process, set a self-clean cycleodor emitting from and will disappear in time. for a minimum of 3 hours. See the Using the the vent self-cleaning oven section.

Strong odor Improper air/gas ratio in oven. • Adjust the oven burner air shutter.

Insulation around the inside • This is normal in a new oven, and will disappear of the oven. in time.

Fan noise A cooling fan may turn on • This is normal. The fan will run until the functionand off automatically. is over or the door is opened.

Cannot see flames on both Bright glow of igniter makes • See the Broiling section. sides of broil burner flames difficult to see.

Burners have yellow or Combustion quality of • Use the illustrations below to determine if youryellow-tipped flames burner flames needs to be burner flames are normal. If burner flames look

determined visually. like A, call for service. Normal burner flames shouldlook like B or C, depending on the type of gas youuse. With LP gas, some yellow tipping on outer conesis normal.

A–Yellow flames B–Yellow tips C–Soft blue flamesCall for service on outer cones Normal for natural

Normal for LP gas gas

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� Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.

� Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.

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