GE 164 D2966P073 Use And Care Manual
GE 164 D2966P073 Use And Care Manual

GE 164 D2966P073 Use And Care Manual

Self-cleaning radiant range

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Anti-Tip Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........3, 29, 35
Operating Instructions, Tips
Aluminum Foal . . . . . . . . . . . . .......21-23,25
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . ,.....................14
Control Panel..M...ti ------ ............. ........13
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . ...........................15-28
Auto Oven Shut Off.. . . . . . . . ..................15
Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...........16-19
Broiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..........23,24
Roasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..........21,22
Self-Cleaning instructions . . . . . ....25-28
Timed Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .........18,19
Power Outage . . . . . . . . . . . . ........,............14
Canning Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...................11
Cooktop Comparison . . . . .........................8
Control
Settings
Surface Cleanlng...................,
Care and Cleaning
Anti-Tip Device....,.....,...,
Door RemovaL.........ti .,.,....................,.31
Oven Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....................29
Radiant Cooktop . . . . . . .. . .........................12
GE Appliances
Self-Cleaning Radiant Range
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........-.......8,
9
..................12
............................29
.................25-28
Problem Solver . . . . . . . .
Dolt Yourself ------------ ....................20
More questions?...call
Anti-Tip Device ....ti . . . . . . . .............33,35
Flooring Under the Range.. .......................34
...........................35
.................................2
Model and Serial Location ...........................2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............Back Cover
Models:
. ...36,37
...33-35
. ..........39
...-........39

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Summary of Contents for GE 164 D2966P073

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Oven Light ....29 Radiant Cooktop ....12 Self-Cieaning instructions GE Appliances Self-Cleaning Radiant Range Problem Solver ..Thermostat More questions?...call...
  • Page 2: Appliance Registration

    & “Big \’iew” Window (on some models) o ArI exclusive f’eature t’rom GE. the b i ~Q w ~ nd{~w makes it easy to check opening the Questions? Cal] the GE An>werCen!el-’ c(}n~utn~r information ~erv ic’e. Tlw GE to help.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    If it is not, there is a possible risk of the range tipping over and causing injury if you or a child stand, sit or lean on an open door.
  • Page 4 Oven . Stand away from the range when opening the oven door. air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands, face and/or eyes.
  • Page 5 To minimize the possibility of burns, of flammable materials and spillage, the handle of a container should be turned toward the center of the range without extending over the nearby surface units. ———. — . — ——— Always turn the surface units off before removing cookware.
  • Page 6: Features Of Your Range

    FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE o-- , Not all features are on all model$. JBP65 JBP75 JBP76 JBP77 JBP78 Broiler Pan and Grid...
  • Page 7 Feature Index NTOI id] models have all 1 Storage Drawer or Kick Pane] 2 Anti-rJ-ip Device See the install: ition Instructions. 3 Anti-Tip label -$ Bake Element Nlay lx Ii fted gent]) for wiping oven floor. .—— 5 Broil Element 6 C)%en Door Latch UW f-(~~- w!!’-clt?arlirlg OII]y.
  • Page 8: Sutiace Cooking

    HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE Your new range has a radiant glass ceramic cooktop. If you are used to cooking with gas burners or electric surface units, you will notice some differences when the radiant cooktop. vou use Description Type of Cooktop...
  • Page 9: Cookware Tips

    Goking Guide for Using Heat Settings HI--–Quick start tor cooAing; brings water to a boil. %1~~1)----Saut~ and browrn: maintains a slow boil on liir~rc’ f-ood. ;Imou nt \ of Co(9ktop temperatures increase with of’ surface units that are on. With 3 or 4 units turned surface temperatures are high so be ~are[d when touching the cooktop.
  • Page 10 SURFACE COOKWARJ3 TIPS surface units. Do not place lids on the surface units, particularly wet lids. We recommend that yoLl LISC +–L—.> only a flat-bottomed wok. They are available tit yoLlr local retail s[ore. The bottom of the wok should have the same diame~er as the surface Lrn it to insure proper c(]ntact.
  • Page 11: Canning Tips

    Canning should be clone the cooktop only. Pots that extend beyond 1 inch of the surface unit circle are not recommended for most surface cooking. Howetcr, when cunning wi~h vater--bath or pressure canner. Iw-gcr-diameter pots may be used. This is because boiling water temperatures (eken under pressure) are not harmful to the cooktop surl’aces surrounding the surface Units.
  • Page 12: Radiant Cooktop

    To con~eniently order more creme and/or scrapers f’or cleaning your radiant range, please call our toll free number: National Parts Center (’reme 1() oz.
  • Page 13: Control Panel

    Not all features are on all models. Appearance may vary. 1. OVEN ON Light. Glows anytime the o~en i~ heating. The 1 i ~ht will flash when the o~en automatically (urns oft to remind you to turn the Oven Ten~peratL]rc knob to OFF. 2.
  • Page 14: Clock And Timer

    OVEN CONTROL, CLOCK AND TINIER Automatic Clock The clock must be $e[ for the automatic olen tim illg functions to work properly. The time of day cannot be changed during a Timed Baking or Self_-C’leaning cycle. Timer The timer is a minute timer only. not control o~’en operation.
  • Page 15: Oven

    3. Read o~~er 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 range. To replace, place the shelf on the shelf support with the...
  • Page 16: Baking

    Your oven temperature is controlled ~ery accurately using an oven control system. We recommend that you operate the range 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.
  • Page 17: Pan Placement

    Baking Pans Use the The type of finish on the proper baking pan. pan determines the amount of browning that will occur. Dark, rough or dull pans absorb heat resulting in a browner, crisper crust. Use this type for pies. .
  • Page 18: Timed Baking

    Don’t Peek Set the timer for the estimated cooking time and do not open the door to look at your food. Most recipes provide minimum and maximum baking times such as “bake 30-40 minutes.” How to Time Bake Do not lock the oven door with the latch during timed baking.
  • Page 19 NOTE: The low temperature zone of this range (between WARM and 200”F.) is available to keep hot cooked foods warm. Food kept in the oven longer than two hours at these low temperatures may spoil.
  • Page 20: Thermostat Adjustment-Dolt Yourself

    ADJUST THE OVEN THERIMOSTAT— You may feel that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. We recommend that you L1se your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. following the times given in your recipes as a guide.
  • Page 21: Roasting

    Do not lock the oven door with the latch during roasting. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. Roasting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat or poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven. R(~astirlg temperatures, which should steady, keep spattering to a minimum. 1.
  • Page 22: Roasting Guide

    Questions and Answers 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 at half-hour intervals after half the cooking time has passed.
  • Page 23: Broiling

    Why are my meats not turning out as brown as they should? In some areas, the power (voltage) to the range may be low. In thew cases. preheat the broil element for 1 () minutes before placing the broiler pan with f’ood in the o~en.
  • Page 24: Broiling Guide

    Always use a broiler pan and grid. They are designed to minimize smoking and spattering by the shielded lower part of the pan. trapping juices in The oven door should be open to the broil stop position. e 1 i des i red.
  • Page 25: Self-Cleaning Instructions

    2. Turn the Oven Temperature knob to AUTO SELF CLEAN. Before a Clean Cycle The range must be completely cool in order to set the self-clean cycle. You may have to allow the oven to C(XJI before you can slide the door latch.
  • Page 26 OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN How to Set the Oven for Cleaning Quick Reminder: 1. Latch the door. 2. Turn (he (hen Tetnperature knob to AUTO SELF CLEAN. If (he oven is too hot and you start to set a clean cycle, you will not be able to s] ide the latch.
  • Page 27 to Set Delay Start of Cleaning (@ick Reminder: 1. Latch the door. 2. Turn the Oven Temperature Control knob to AUTO SELF CLEAN. 3. Press the START TIME ON/OFF pad. 4. Press the HOUR and L41N. pads to set the time of day you want cleaning to start.
  • Page 28 OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN Questions and Answers Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part of my self-cleaning oven? No cleaners or coatings should be used around any part of this o~en. If you do use them and do not thoroughly rinse the o~en with water, wiping it tibso]utely clean afterwards, the residue can scar the oven surface and damage metal parts the next...
  • Page 29: Anti-Tip Device

    Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient Follow these and satisfactory service. help assure safe and proper maintenance. BE SURE ELECTRIC POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THE RANGE. If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure anti-tip device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced.
  • Page 30: Control Panel And Knobs

    Control Panel and Knobs Clean up any spills or spatters with a damp cloth. Rem(J\e heavier soil with warm, soapy water. Ciean the panel with mild liquid dish control detergent and a soft cloth. Rub the control panel lightly. CAUTION: Do not use abrasives of any kind on the control panel.
  • Page 31 Lift-Off (hen Door ‘rhe oven door is removable, it i~ heavy. You may need help rem~}v ing and replacing the dtwr. D() not lift the door by the handle. This can cauw the glas~ [o brcah t~r car] cause damage tt) the doo~”.
  • Page 32: Broiler Pan And Grid

    If the grid is chrome, do an oven cleaner to clean it. LISe How to Remove the Storage Drawer or Kick Panel to Clean Under the Range The area under the range can be reached easily for cleaning by removing the bottom drawer (on some models).
  • Page 33: Installation

    If the electric service provided does not meet the above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet. Because range terminals are not accessible after range is in position, flexible service conduit or cord must be used. STEP 1 PREPARE THE OPENING lk inch spacing is recommended from the range to adjacent vertical walls above cooktop surface.
  • Page 34: Flooring Under The Range

    The range should be installed on a 1/4 inch thick sheet of plywood (or similar material) as follows: When the floor covering ends at the front of the...
  • Page 35: Levehng

    STEP 7 LEVELING THE RANGE The range must be level. Leveling feet are located at each corner of the base of the range. Remove the storage drawer or kick panel (depending on your model) and using channel locks, rotate the leveling feet in and out as required to level the range.
  • Page 36: Problem Solver

    Incorrect cookware used. Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling. Disconnect power to the range at the fuse box or circuit breaker for at least 10 seconds. Turn power on and power up your range. if the indicator }ight> are still on, caIl for service.
  • Page 37 FLASHES OVEN DOOR IS CR{ XIKED If’ }OU need mom help . . call, toll free: GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000 consumer information service POSSIBLE CAUSE . Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped, or a fuse has been blown.
  • Page 38 NEED SI!RWCIL lNEXT, if you are still not pleaseci, v+rite all [he details—including your phone number--- [o: lManager, Consumer Relations GE Appliance~ Appliance Park Louisville. KY 40225 FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved. write:...
  • Page 39: Consumer Services

    Wdll Be There new GE ~~”itl] tl]c Pu]-chase ofyt)ur assistance [ix)In (X, MTe’H be there. All you have to do is caH-toll-kee! i~di)rmation or /!!-Home Repair Seruice 800-GEXARES (800432-2737) GEAnswer Center@ 801162ti2000 ,—..— For Customers With Special ll(eeds... 80L1626.2000 L—...
  • Page 40: Warranty

    To know what your legal rights are in your state. consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General. further Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 This book is printed on recycled paper. Part No.

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