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Conservator VGBS100 Owner's Manual

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Thermostat Gas Ranges
Model: VGBS100
Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Using the Range
In Case of a Power Failure . . . . . . . . .8
Surface Burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Using the Clock and Timer . . . . . . . .10
Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Sabbath Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Oven Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Broil Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Cooking Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Oven Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Cooking Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # _______________________________
Serial # _______________________________
You can find the rating label on the front behind
the range drawer .
49-2000227 Rev . 0 08-18 GEA
Care And Cleaning
Range - Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Range - Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Door and Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Oven Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Oven Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Thermostat Gas Ranges Owner’s Manual Model: VGBS100 Contents Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Care And Cleaning Range –...
  • Page 2 Visit Conservatorappliances.com for more information about your Conservator appliance . 49-2000227 Rev. 0...

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE Read all safety instructions before using the product . Failure to follow these instructions may result WARNING in fire, electrical shock, serious injury or death . WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, personal injury or death.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ D o not leave children alone or unattended in an WARNING area where an appliance is in use . They should NEVER use this appliance never be allowed to climb, sit or stand on any part as a space heater to heat or warm the room.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE RANGE WARNING Failure to do so may result in fire or personal injury. ■ Do not store or use flammable materials in an oven ■ Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments while or near the cooktop, including paper, plastic, pot using the appliance .
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS or any type of foil or liner on the oven floor . These WARNING items can trap heat or melt, resulting in damage to NEVER cover any slots, the product and risk of shock, smoke or fire .
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING BROIL COMPARTMENT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Do not leave paper products, plastics, canned food, ■ Use care when opening the compartment. Open or combustible materials in the compartment . They the compartment a crack, and let hot air or steam may ignite . escape before removing or replacing food. Hot air or steam that escapes can cause burns to hands, ■ Do not touch the heating element or the interior...

  • Page 8: In Case Of A Power Failure

    In Case of a Power Failure In the event of a power failure, the oven is inoperable and no attempt should be made to operate it. However, the surface burners may be lit with a match . Using extreme caution, hold a lit match near the ports beneath the surface burner cap, then slowly turn the knob to the LITE position . Once lit, surface burners will continue to operate normally . Surface Burners Lighting a Surface Burner You will hear a clicking noise—the sound of the electric...
  • Page 9 Surface Burners (Cont.) Top-of-Range Cookware Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is recommended Enamelware: Under some conditions, the enamel because it heats quickly and evenly . Most foods brown of some cookware may melt . Follow the cookware evenly in an aluminum skillet . Use saucepans with tight- manufacturer’s recommendations for cooking methods .

  • Page 10: Using The Clock And Timer

    Using the Clock and Timer Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model . You have the choice of having the timer show the time counting down or the time of day . In either case, the timer will signal at the end of the timer period to alert you that the time is up .

  • Page 11: Oven Controls

    Oven Controls Oven Temperature Knob (on some models) Turn the Oven Temp knob to the setting you want . After the adjustment is made, retighten screws so they are snug, but be careful not to overtighten . ■ P reheat the oven for 10 minutes for baking. Replace the knob, matching the flat area of the ■ T he "Oven Heating" light comes on when you set your knob to the shaft, and check performance .

  • Page 12: Oven Racks

    Oven Racks Recommended rack positions for various types of foods are provided in the Cooking Guide . Adjusting rack position is one way to impact cooking results . For example, if you would prefer darker tops on cakes, muffins, or cookies, try moving food one rack position higher .

  • Page 13: Aluminum Foil And Oven Liners

    Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners CAUTION Do not use any type of foil or oven liner to cover the oven bottom. These items can trap heat or melt, resulting in damage to the product and risk of shock, smoke or fire. Damage from improper use of these items is not covered by the product warranty.

  • Page 14: Cooking Guide

    Cooking Guide RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED FOOD TYPE MODE(S) RACK POSITION(S) ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS Baked Goods Layer cakes, sheet cakes, bundt cakes, muffins, quick breads, Bake 2 or 3 Use shiny cookware . biscuits, scones on a Single Rack Ensure adequate airflow Layer cakes* on Multiple Racks Bake 2 and 4 (see illustration below).

  • Page 15: Range - Exterior

    Range – Exterior WARNING Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range . Tip-Over Hazard If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the WARNING A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.

  • Page 16: Range - Interior

    Range – Interior The interior of your new oven can be cleaned manually or by using Self Clean mode . Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately . Let hot surfaces cool, then clean and rinse . Manual Cleaning Do not use oven cleaners, strong liquid cleansers, steel the door glass, as it will scratch the reflective coating .

  • Page 17: Cooktop

    Cooktop Removal of Surface Burners for Cleaning Round Burner Cap Turn all controls OFF . Allow cooktop to cool before (Removable) removing grates and burner parts . When removing the burner caps and heads, remember their size and location . Replace them in the same location after cleaning .
  • Page 18 Cooktop (Cont.) Burner Grates Manual Cleaning To self clean your grates on the oven bottom: Grates should be washed in hot, soapy water and 1 . Remove all oven racks . rinsed with clean water . To soften burned-on food, 2 .

  • Page 19: Door And Drawer

    Door and Drawer Cleaning the Oven Door Cleaning the Door Interior Cleaning the Door Exterior Do not allow excess water to run into any holes or slots If a stain on the door vent trim is persistent, use a mild in the door .

  • Page 20: Oven Light

    Oven Light SHOCK OR BURN HAZARD: Before replacing oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the WARNING 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 21: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting Tips ... Before you call for service Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service . Problem Possible Cause What To Do My new oven doesn't Your new oven has a different cooking For the first few uses, follow your recipe times cook like my old one.
  • Page 22 Troubleshooting Tips ... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Oven not clean after a Oven controls improperly set . See the Cleaning the 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 .
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  • Page 26: Limited Warranty

    Conservator Gas Range Limited Warranty ® Conservatorappliances.com Your appliance is covered by a limited warranty, as listed below, by GE Appliances . All warranty service is provided by our GE Appliances Factory Service Centers, or an authorized service technician . To schedule service, call Crosley at 800 .544 .4780 .

  • Page 27: Accessories

    Accessories Looking For Something More? GE Appliances offers a variety of accessories to improve your cooking and maintenance experiences! Refer to the Consumer Support page for phone numbers and website information . The following products and more are available: Accessories Nickel Flat Rack Reinforced Nickel Flat Rack Self Clean Flat Rack...

  • Page 28: Consumer Support

    ® Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the Conservator Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year at Conservatorappliances.com . You can also shop for more great Conservator products on our website. Schedule Service Crosley repair service is only one step away from your door . Call 800 .544 .4780 during normal business hours to schedule service .

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