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Final trim size (WxH): 5.845" x 8.27" (148.5 x 210 mm). FOR PRINT NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 1 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM USER GUIDE 4-Burner Electric Range NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C 183D6379P092 Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 2 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION........3 Using the radiant surface units (on some models) .
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 3 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Using the self-cleaning oven ......... .31 Before a Clean Cycle .
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 4 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C ANTI-TIP DEVICE To reduce the risk of tipping the range, the range must be secured by a properly installed anti-tip bracket. See installation instructions shipped with the bracket for complete details before attempting to install.
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 5 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range • Use only dry pot holders–moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holders touch hot surface units or heating elements.
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 6 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C WARNING – IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS TO PREVENT THE FIRE FROM SPREADING Do not use water on grease fires . Never pick up a flaming pan. Turn the •...
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 7 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range • If power is lost to an electric cooktop while a surface unit is ON, the surface unit will turn back ON as soon as power is restored. In the event of power loss, failure to turn all surface unit knobs to the OFF position may result in ignition of items on or near the cooktop, leading to serious injury or death.
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 8 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C • Pull the oven rack to the stop-lock position when loading and unloading food from the oven. This helps prevent burns from touching hot surfaces of the door and oven walls.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 9 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Using the radiant surface units (on some models) Note Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. About the Radiant Surface Units Always place the pan in the center of Never cook directly on the Do not slide cookware across the control or cooktop surface...
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 10 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C Note On models with light-colored glass cooktops, it is normal for the cooking zones to change color when hot or cooling down. This is temporary and will disappear as the glass cools to room temperature.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 11 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Selecting types of cookware The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops. Check pans for flat bottoms by using a straight edge. Stainless Steel: Recommended Aluminum:...
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 12 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C Porcelain Enamel-Covered Cast Iron: Recommended As long as the cookware is covered completely with porcelain enamel, this cookware is recommended. Caution is recommended for cast-iron cookware that is not completely covered with smooth porcelain enamel, as it may scratch the glass-ceramic cooktop.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 13 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Wok Cooking We recommend that you use only a flat-bottomed wok. They are available at your local retail store. Do not use woks that have support rings. Use of these types of woks, with or without the ring in place, can be dangerous.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 14 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C Indicator Lights (on radiant glass models only) A Hot indicator light will glow when any radiant element is turned on, and will remain on until the surface is cool enough to touch.
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 15 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range ITEM FUNCTION Bake pad/light Touch this pad to select the bake function. Flashes while in edit mode–you can change the oven temperature at this point. Glows when the oven is in bake mode. Start/on Pad Must be touched to start any cooking or cleaning function.
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 16 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C ITEM FUNCTION Touch this pad and then touch the + or – pads to set the amount of time you want your Cook Time Pad/light (on some models) food to cook. The oven will shut off when the cooking time has run out.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 17 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Using the oven Before you begin… The oven has 5 rack positions. It also has a special lower rack position (R) for extra large items, such as a large turkey. correctly on the supports, they The racks have stops, so that when placed will stop before coming completely out, and will not tilt.
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 18 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting (on models without an oven temperature knob) The oven has a special lower rack (R) position just above the oven bottom. Use it when extra cooking space is needed, for example, when cooking a large turkey.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 19 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Preheating and pan placement Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. To preheat, set the oven at the correct temperature. Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes, cookies, pastry and breads.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 20 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C How to Set the Oven for Broiling Note Close the door before start any broiling function. Use LO Broil to cook foods such as poultry or thick cuts of meat thoroughly without overbrowning them.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 21 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Broiling guide The size, weight, thickness, starting temperature and your preference of doneness will affect broiling times. This guide is based on meats at refrigerator temperature. The oven has 5 rack positions. QUANTITY SECOND RACK*...
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 22 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C QUANTITY SECOND RACK* FIRST SIDE FOOD AND/OR SIDE TIME COMMENTS POSITION TIME (MIN.) THICKNESS (MIN.) Lobster Tails 2-4 18-20 Do not turn over. Cut through back of shell. Spread open.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 23 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Using the clock and timer (on some models) To set the clock Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. The clock must be set to the correct time of day for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 24 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C To Set the Timer The timer is a minute timer only. The OFF pad does not affect the timer. The timer does not control oven operations. The maximum setting on the timer is 9 hours and 59 minutes.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 25 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range End of Cycle Tones (on some models) Clear the tones by pressing the pad of the function you are using. Power Outage If a flashing time is in the display, you have experienced a power failure. Reset the clock.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 26 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C Special features of your oven control 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.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 27 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Using the Sabbath Feature (on some models) (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) The Sabbath feature can be used for baking/roasting only. It cannot be used for broiling, self-cleaning or Delay Start cooking.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 28 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C How to Set for Timed Baking/Roasting–Immediate Start and Automatic Stop Note To understand how the oven control works, practice using regular (non-Sabbath) Immediate Start and Automatic Stop before entering the Sabbath mode.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 29 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range How to Exit the Sabbath Feature 1 Touch the OFF pad. 2 If the oven is cooking, wait for a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute, until only is in the display.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 30 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C 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 you decrease the fat, the recipe may not give the same results as with a higher fat product.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 31 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Using the self-cleaning oven Never force the latch handle. Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism. The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 32 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C Important The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning cycle of any range. Move birds to another well-ventilated room. How to Set the Oven for Cleaning Follow the directions in the Before a Clean Cycle section.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 33 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Oven interior (non-self-cleaning models) 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.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 34 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C To clean the outside of the door: • Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top, sides and front of the oven door. Rinse well. You may also use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 35 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range To replace the door: 1 Firmly grasp both sides of the door near the top. 2 With the door at the same angle as the bottom of the left hinge arm on the bottom edge of the left hinge slot.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 36 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C Do not clean the bake element or the broil element. Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated. To clean the oven floor, gently lift the bake element. Clean with warm soapy water.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 37 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range To replace the cover: 1 Place it into groove of the light receptacle. Pull wire forward to the center of the cover until it snaps into place. 2 Connect electrical power to the range.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 38 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C Stainless Steel Surfaces (on some models) Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the surface. To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 39 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range Burned-On Residue WARNING: DAMAGE to your glass surface may occur if you use scrub pads other than those recommended. 1 Allow the cooktop to cool. 2 Spread a few drops of Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the entire burned residue area.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 40 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C Metal Marks and Scratches 1 Be careful not to slide pots and pans across your cooktop. It will leave metal markings on the cooktop surface. These marks are removable using the Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner with the Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops.
NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 41 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range 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 WHAT TO DO...
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 42 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Surface units not functioning The surface units are not plugged in With the controls off, check to make sure the properly solidly. surface unit is plugged completely into the receptacle.
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 43 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM 4-Burner Electric Range PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Surface units do not work There has been a main power supply On the Control Panel, activate the Self Clean surge and/or a power interruption and mode (press the SELF CLEAN button) surge.
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NS-RNE4BWH8-C_17-0680_User MAN_V2_ENG.fm Page 44 Monday, September 18, 2017 1:12 PM NS-RNE4BWH8-C/NS-RNE4BSS8-C PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Power outage clock flashes Power outage or surge. Some models will automatically resume their setting once the power is restored. On models with a clock, you must reset the clock. If the...
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