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GE 49-80591-2 Owner's Manual

GE 49-80591-2 Owner's Manual

General electric free-standing, slide-in and drop-in electric range use and care manual
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Safety Instructions

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Operating Instructions

Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Control Lock Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Energy Saver Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11–24
Adjust the Oven Thermostat . . . . .20
Aluminum Foil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Broiling, Broiling Guide . . . . . . . . . . .14
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 12
Convection Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Lower Oven Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Power Outage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Sabbath Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 23
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Steam Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Timed Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Warming Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–10

Care and Cleaning

Coil Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Control Knobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Drip Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Glass Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31
Lift-Off Oven Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Lift-Up Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Oven Heating Elements . . . . . . . . . . .28
Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Removable Lower Oven
Drawer Pan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Removable Warming
Drawer Pan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Standard-Clean Oven Interior . . . . 26
Storage Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Troubleshooting Tips

Accessories
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ________________
Serial # ________________
You can find them on a label
behind the drawer or behind the
lower oven door on the front of
the range frame.
2–6
. . . . 33–36
Owner's Manual
Quickset III and
Quickset IV Models
Printed on
Recycled Paper
49-80591-2 08-10 GE

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  • Page 1: Safety Instructions

    Serial # ________________ You can find them on a label behind the drawer or behind the lower oven door on the front of the range frame. Owner’s Manual Quickset III and Quickset IV Models Printed on Recycled Paper 49-80591-2 08-10 GE...
  • Page 2 On models without a storage drawer or kick panel, carefully tip the range forward. The bracket should stop the range within 4 inches. If it does not, the bracket must be reinstalled. If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason, always repeat this procedure to verify the range is properly secured by the anti-tip bracket.
  • Page 3 CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to ■ children above a range or on the backguard of a range—children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured. Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp pot ■...
  • Page 4 To minimize the possibility of burns, ignition of ■ flammable materials and spillage, the handle of a container should be turned toward the center of the range without extending over nearby surface units. When preparing flaming foods under a hood, turn ■ the fan on.
  • Page 5 OFF position and all coils are cool before attempting to lift or remove a coil surface unit. WARNING OVEN SAFETY 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.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING SElF-ClEANING OVEN SAFETY INSTRuCTIONS (Some models) The self-cleaning feature operates the oven at temperatures high enough to burn away food soils in the oven. Follow these instructions for safe operation. Before operating the self-clean cycle, remove pans, ■...
  • Page 7 Using the surface units. FIRE HAzARD: Never leave the range unattended with the cooktop on medium WARNING or high settings. Keep flammable items away from the cooktop. Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, serious injury or death.

  • Page 8: Using The Surface Units

    Using the surface units. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Temperature Limiter on Radiant Glass Cooktops Every radiant surface unit has a temperature limiter. The temperature limiter protects the glass cooktop from getting too hot. Using the Bridge Burner Models with a bridge burner only.
  • Page 9 The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops. Home Canning Tips Be sure the canner is centered over the surface unit. Make sure the canner is flat on the bottom. To prevent burns from steam or heat, use caution when canning.
  • Page 10 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: recommended Aluminum: heavy weight recommended Good conductivity. Aluminum residues sometimes appear as scratches on the Check pans for flat bottoms by using a straight edge.
  • Page 11 Touch the Clear/Off pad. Allow the oven to cool for one hour. Put the oven back into operation. If the function error code repeats, disconnect the power to the range and call for service. Kitchen Timer On/Off or Timer On/Off Pad Kitchen Touch this pad to select the timer feature.

  • Page 12: Power Outage

    Using the oven control, clock and timer features and settings. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Self Clean Pad Touch this pad to select the self-cleaning function. Self Clean See the using the self-cleaning oven section. Self Clean light Flashes while in edit mode—you can change the length of time for the self-clean cycle at this point.

  • Page 13: Preheating And Pan Placement

    Using the oven. To avoid possible burns, place the racks in the desired position before you turn on the oven. Preheating and Pan Placement Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes, cookies, pastries and breads.

  • Page 14: Broiling Guide

    Pork Chops *Use rack position A for the smaller 2-rack position oven. If your range is connected to 208 volts, rare steaks may be broiled by preheating the broiler and positioning the oven rack one position higher. Place the food on a broiler grid in a broiler pan designed for broiling.

  • Page 15: Convection Oven

    Using the convection oven. Convection Baking Ideal for evenly browned baked foods cooked on multiple shelves. • Good for large quantities of baked • Good results with cookies, biscuits, In a convection oven, a fan circulates hot air over, under and around the food.

  • Page 16: Warming Drawer

    Using the warming drawer. WARNING FOOD POISON HAZARD: Bacteria may grow in food at temperatures below 140°F. • Always start with hot food. Do not use warm settings to heat cold food. • Do not warm food for more than 2 hours. Failure to follow these instructions may result in foodborne illness.

  • Page 17: Lower Oven Drawer

    Using the lower oven drawer. The lower oven drawer may be used to bake foods using the same times and temperatures as a standard oven. Foods ideal for baking in the lower oven drawer include pizza, frozen foods, casseroles, biscuits, rolls and many desserts.

  • Page 18: Clock And Timer

    To Turn Off the Clock Display If you have several clocks in your kitchen, you may wish to turn off the time of day clock display on your range. To Set the Timer The timer does not control oven operations.

  • Page 19: Timed Baking

    Using the timed baking feature. Do not lock the oven door with the latch during timed cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. 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.

  • Page 20: Adjust The Oven Thermostat

    Energy Saver Mode To save energy, you can turn off the time of day clock and the display when the range is not in use. Control Lockout Your control will allow you to lock out the touch pads so they cannot be activated when touched.

  • Page 21: Sabbath Feature

    Using the Sabbath feature. (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and holidays) The Sabbath feature can be used for baking only. It cannot be used for broiling, self-cleaning, convection baking, steam cleaning or delay start cooking. NOTE: The oven light comes on automatically (on some models) when the door is opened and goes off when the door is closed. The bulb may be removed.

  • Page 22: Aluminum Foil

    Even items rated for high temperature may permanently adhere to oven bottom or cause heat damage to the oven, flooring or items in storage drawer. If your range has this control pad, it has a self-cleaning oven. Follow these instructions.

  • Page 23: Self-Cleaning

    How to Delay the Start of Cleaning Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day. Latch the door. Touch the Self Clean pad. Using the + or – pads, enter Self Clean the desired clean time. Touch the Start Time pad. The earliest start time you can set will appear in the display.
  • Page 24 Pour 8 ounces of water onto the oven floor. (on some models) The range should be at room temperature before beginning the Steam Clean cycle. If the oven is too hot, “hot” will appear on the display and the cycle will not activate until the oven cools down.

  • Page 25: Control Knobs

    Care and cleaning of the range. be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury.

  • Page 26: Drawer Pan

    Care and cleaning of the range. Porcelain Oven Interior With proper care, the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of the oven—top, bottom, sides, back and inside of the door—will stay new-looking for years. Let the oven cool before cleaning.

  • Page 27: Lift-Off Oven Door

    Cleaning the Oven Door To clean the inside of the door: On self-clean models: Because the area inside the gasket is ■ cleaned during the self-clean cycle, you do not need to clean this by hand. The gasket is designed with a gap at The area outside the gasket and the door the bottom to allow for proper air ■...

  • Page 28: Oven Heating Elements

    Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Racks All oven racks may be cleaned by hand with an abrasive cleaner or steel wool. After cleaning, rinse the racks with clean water and dry with a clean cloth. Gray porcelain-coated oven racks may remain in the oven during the self-cleaning cycle without being damaged.

  • Page 29: Light

    ShOCK OR buRN hAZARD: before replacing oven light bulb, disconnect WARNING the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or burn. buRN hAZARD: The glass cover and bulb should be removed when cool.

  • Page 30: Cleaning The Glass Cooktop

    Cleaning the glass cooktop. Normal Daily Use Cleaning ONlY use CERAMA BRYTE Cooktop Cleaner on the glass cooktop. Other creams may not be as effective. To maintain and protect the surface of your glass cooktop, follow these steps: Clean your cooktop after each spill.
  • Page 31 Metal Marks and Scratches Cooktop Seal To clean the cooktop seal around the edges of the glass, lay a wet cloth on it Glass surface—potential for permanent damage Damage from Sugary Spills and Melted Plastic Our testing shows that if you are cooking high sugar mixtures such as jelly or fudge and have a spillover, it can cause...

  • Page 32: Drip Pans

    Built-up soil, especially grease, may catch fire. Do not cover the drip pans with foil. Using foil so close to the receptacle could cause shock, fire or damage to the range. Lift-Up Cooktop The entire cooktop may be lifted up and supported in the up position for easier cleaning.

  • Page 33: Coil Surface Units

    Before you call for service… 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 Surface units will not Improper cookware maintain a rolling boil being used.

  • Page 34: Before You Call For Service

    Oven thermostat needs adjustment. Clock and timer do Plug on range is not completely • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly not work inserted in the electrical outlet. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
  • Page 35 Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean again or for a longer period of time. • Disconnect all power to the range for at least 30 seconds and then reconnect power. If the function error code repeats, call for service.
  • Page 36 • This is temporary. • Fully extend the drawer and push it all the way in. See the Care and cleaning of the range section. • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. • See the warming drawer section.
  • Page 37 To place your order, call 800.626.2002 (u.S.), 800.661.1616 (Canada) or mail this form to: In the U.S.: GE Parts, P.O. box 221027, Memphis, TN 38122-1027. In Canada: GE Parts, 1 Factory lane, Moncton, N.b. E1C 9M3 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _...
  • Page 38 Notes.

  • Page 39: Warranty

    This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the uSA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service.

  • Page 40: Parts And Accessories

    Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. Contact us If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for enhanced...

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