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XL44 TM Self-CleaningGas Range

Safety

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Anti-Tip Device ........................... 2,3, 31,39

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Instructions,

Tips

Aluminum Foil .......................... 5, 15, 17-19

Clock and Timer ...........................................

Features

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Oven ........................................................

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Baking ................................................

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Broiling, Broiling Guide ................... 19, 20

ControlSettinl)s .............b....................

Door Latch .................... 1 4, 17, 19,22,23

Light; Bulb Replacement ................ 12,28

Preheating

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Roasting, Roasting Guide ...............17, 18

Self-Cleaning instructions .............. 2 1-23

Shelves..................

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Surface Cooking ..................................... 8-10

ControlSettings .......................................... 9

Cooktop Comparison ................................ 8

Electriclgnition ........................................... 8

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Page 1 Thermostat Adjustment- Anti-Tip Device ......2,3, 31,39 Do ItYourself ..........;!iiiii:i:i'_iiiiiii_:i!_:!!!ii:;i:!i!:!ii:!i;:iii!;i; More questions ?...call i:iii:iiiiii!iii!ii:! i:iiii!iiii !ii!!ii i!ili:ii :ili i: GE Answer Center"80~626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips Aluminum Foil ......5, 15, 17-19 Clock and Timer ........... !i!iiii!ili iii iiiiiiiii ii iiiii iiiiii Preparation .........
Page 2 To obtain replacement parts, contact GE/Hotpoint Service Centers. WARNING We're proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the •...
Page 3 I ORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE .Be sure all packing materials are removed from the range before operating it prevent fire or * The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic smoke damage should the packing material ignite. Enforcement Act requiresthe Governor of California Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a...
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Pd_PORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) • CAUTION: ITEMS OF INTEREST • Always use the LITE position (on electric CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED ignition models) or the HI position (on standing CABINETS ABOVE A RANGE OR ON THE pilot models) when igniting the top burners and BACKSPLASH OF A RANGE--CHILDREN make sure the burners have ignited,...
Page 5 •If a combination of oils or fats will be used .Keep the oven free from grease buildup• in frying, stir together before heating or as fats • Pulling out the shelf to the shelf-stop is a melt slowly. convenience in lifting heavy foods, It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot •...
Page 6 FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE Features and appearance vary. Sealed Burners ..standard ]'winBurners Burner Cap Head Drip Pan some Your range is equipped W_...
Page 7 Feature Index (Not all models have all features. Appearance of features varies.) See page 1 Air Intake (under storage drawer) 4,29 2 Model and Serial Numbers (on from frame of range, behind storage drawer or kick panel) 3 Lift-Off Oven Door 19,20,27 4 Anti-Tip...
Page 8 DOES THIS cOOKTOP COMPARE has gas gnvne_s, _{ youateused "_ourne_ cooktop other electric The b e t tocooking _ith induction or surface _ypesof to use> cookware plus heat-up cool-dow times, depend upon the type of burner or notice units, you will some differences when you use surface unit you have.
Page 9 Sur/are Burner tr0/s The knobs that turn the surface burners oft arid off are On ranges with seMed burners: located on the control panel in front of the burners. * The smaller burner (right rear position) will give The two knobs on the left control the left front and the best simmer results.
Page 10 SURFACE COOKING (continued) Top-of-Range Cookware PJ[ass: T here are two.types of lass cookware-thos Aluminum: Medium-welghl cookware IS recommended because it heats quickly and evenly. for oven use only and those for top-of-range cooking Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet.
Page 11 CLOCK AND TIMERS Clock and Minute Timer To set the clock, push the knob in and turn the clock hands to the correct time. Then let the knob out and continue turning to OFF. The Minute Timer has been combined with the range clock.
Page 12 USING YOUR OVEN Before Using Your Oven Be sure you understand how to set the controls properly. Practice removing and replacing the shelves while the oven is cool. Read the information tips on the following pages. Keep this guide handy where you can refer to it, especially during the first weeks of using your new range.
Page 13 Oven Vents The oven is vented through duct openings at the rear • Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop become hot if left too close to the vent. of the cooktop. See the Features section. Do not block these openings when cooking in the oven--it...
Page 14: Preheating
BAKING Do not lock the oven door with the latch during If you think an adjustment is necessary, see the Adjust baking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. the Oven Thermostat section. It gives easy Do It Yourself instructions on how to adjust the thermostat.
Page 15 Baking Guides When using prepared baking mixes, follow package recipe or instructions for best baking results. Cookies Aluminum Foil When baking cookies, Never entirely cover flat cookie sheets a shelf with aluminum foil. This will disturb (without sides) the heat circulation produce better-looking cookies.
Page 16 ADJUST THE OVEN THERMOSTAT-- DO IT YOURSELF! To Adjust the Thermostat: You may feel that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. We recommend that you Back of the OVENTEMP knob. use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it, following the times given in your recipes as a guide.
Page 17 ROASTING Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats. Do not lock the oven door with the latch during roasting. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. Therefore the oven controls are set for Baking or Timed Baking. (You may hear a slight clicking sound Roasting is cooking by dry heat.
Page 18 ROASTING (continued) Questions and Answers Q. Is it necessary to check for doneness with a Q. Do I need to preheat my oven each time I cook meat thermometer? a roast or poultry? A. Checking the finished internal temperature at the A.
Page 19 BROILING Turn the food only once Do not lock the oven door with the latch during broiling. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. during cooking. Time the foods for the first side Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the according to the Broiling food.
Page 20: Broiler Pan And Rack 2
BROILING GUIDE The oven door must be closed during broiling. If desired, marinate meats or chicken before broiling. Or brush with barbecue sauce last 5 to 10 minutes only. • Always use the broiler pan and rack that comes with When arranging food on the pan, do not let fatty your range.
Page 21 OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN Normal Cleaning Time: 3 hours Before a Clean Cycle We recommend venting with an open window Clean spatters or spills on the oven front frame, and the oven door outside the gasket with a or using a ventilation fan or hood during the first self-clean cycle.
Page 22 OVEN OPERATING SELF-CLEANING (continued) How to Set the Oven for Cleaning OVEN OVEN TEMP Decide on the cleaning hours necessary. 1. Turn the OVEN SET knob to CLEAN. Push in and Light to Moderate Soil--2-3 hours (thin spills turn the OVEN TEMP knob to CLEAN. The controls and light spatters).
Page 23: Cooktop
How to Delay Start of Cleaning If you wish to start and stop cleaning at a later time than shown on the clock, push in and turn the DELAY START dial to the time you wish to start. Add the hours needed for cleaning to this "start"...
Page 24 CAPE AND CLEANING Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for it to help assure safe and proper maintenance. BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF YOUR RANGE.
Page 25 Burner Heads (on sealed burners only) The holes in the burners of your range, and the spark For more stubborn stains, use a cleanser like Soft Scrub ® brand or Bon Ami ® brand. Rinse well to electrodes, must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and an even, unhampered flame.
Page 26 CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Burner Grates Lift out when cool. Grates should be washed regularly and, of course, after spillovers. Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. After cleaning, dry them thoroughly by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes.
Page 27 Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable, • Do not rub or clean the door gasket--the fiberglass material of the gasket has an extremely but it is heavy. You may need help _t_\\ low resistance to abrasion. An intact and well- removing and replacing the door.
Page 28 CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Oven Light Replacement (on some models ) DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb, REMOVE COVER. disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Be sure to let 2.
Page 29: Lift-Up Cooktop
Oven Air Vents Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion. Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop, at the top and bottom of the oven door, and at the bottom of the range, under the kick panel, storage drawer or broiler drawer (depending...
Page 30 FORYOURSAFETY IMPORTANT If you smell gas: Remove all packing material literature from oven before connecting 1. Open windows. gas and electrical supply to range. 2. Don't touch electrical switches. 3. Extinguish any open flame. 4. Immediately call your gas supplier. DIMENSIONS A NDCLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range...
Page 31 IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS • If cabinets are placed above the range, allow a minimum clearance of 30" between the cooking Installation of this range must conform with surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets. local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National...
Page 32 GENERAL TOOLSYOU WILL NEED • See Dimensions and Clearances in this section • Phillips and fiat-blade screwdrivers for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. These • Pencil and ruler dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. • Two pipe wrenches (one for backup) The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening •...
Page 33 Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations pROVIDE ADEQUATEGAS SUPPLY Your designed to operate at for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners range is a uessure of 4 gas or, lt'designed of water column on natural This area allows (propane or butane), tbr LP gas of water for flush range...
Page 34 Flexible Connectorand Rigid Pipe Hookups for CONNECT THE RAIIG[ TO G115 (continued) Models Equipped with Standard Twin Burners Flexible ConnectorHookup for Models ]Rigid Equipped with Sealed Burners ] Flexible Pipel IConnectorf I Hookup Pressure I___OkUp Pressure Regulator Union 90° Adapter Nipple Elbow 90 °...
Page 35 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (on some models) CONNECT THE bilGE TO GAS (continued) 1. Install a manual gas line shut-off valve in the Electrical Requirements gas line in an easily accessed location outside 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded branch the range. Make sure everyone operating circuit protected...
Page 36 ELECTRICAL C ONNECTIONS {continued) Usage Satiation. where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Frequently. Usage Satiations where Appliance Do not use an adapter plug in these situations Power Cord will be Disconnected Infrequently. because disconnecting of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to...
Page 37 [7 SEAL IRE OPENINGS Quality of Flames Seal any openings in the wall behind the range The combustion quality of burner flames needs and in the floor under the range when hookups to be determined visually. are completed. (A) Yellow flames-- Call for service [] CHECK IGNITIOHOF SURFACE BURNERS Surface Burner Ignition...
Page 38: Oven B Ottom
17 ADJUST BROILAND OVEN BURNERAIR ADJUSTMENTSHUTTERSIF NECESSARY Air adjustment shutters for the top and bottom burners regulate the flow of air to the flames. To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly, remove the oven bottom and the burner baffle [on some models...
Page 39: Storage Drawer
Anti-Tip I_LEVELINGGTt_ RANGE -- jz- il i ev,ce I 1, Remove the storage SHle°atted l_[ I[--_" _ drawer, broiler drawer Ii/111 Wa,,p,ate kick panel. Screw Approx. 20 ° 2. Use a 3/16" open-end or socket wrench to back out both rear leveling legs approximately turns.
Page 40 HOWTO CONVERT THERANGEFORUSE Standard Twin Burner Models WITHLPGASOR NATURAL GAS (models with lift-up cooktop) This range leaves the factory set for use with NAT-_ natural gas. If you convert to LP gas, keep these _______,_ Gas Flow ,...,,_.€ instructions and orifices in case you want to convert back to natural...
Page 41 [] CONVERTING SURFACE BURNERS ON [--I Orifice Spudsfor Converting to LP Gas: MODELS EQUIPPEDWITH SEALED BURNERS LP orifice spuds are in a small plastic bag packed (See Step 4 if range is equipped with standard with this Use and Care Guide. LP orifice spuds have a 2-digit number and the letter "L"...
Page 42 HOWTO CONVERT THERANGE FORUSE CONVERTING SURFACE BURNERSON WITHI,PGASOR NATURAL GAS (continued) MODELS EQUIPPED WITH STANDARD TWIN BURNERS (SeeStep 3 if range is equipped with 5. To prevent leakage, make sure the orifice sealed burners.) spuds are securely screwed into the gas inlet tubes.
Page 43 [7 CONVERT AIR ADJUSTMENTSHUTTER [7 €ONVERTTHEovEN BURNER ORIFICES Oven Burner Phillips head screw and 1. Remove oven door, storage drawer or broiler rotate the shutter to the drawer, oven bottom and burner baffle (on some Screw--, full open position. With orifice models).
Page 44 HOWTOCONVERT THERANGE FORUSE F--I CHECK QUALITY OF FLAMES WITHLP GASOR NATURALGAS(continued) The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually. _-]CONVERT TOP BURNERVALVES (A) Yellow flames-- Call for service 1. Turn all of the top burners to LOW. 2.
Page 45 QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE OVEN WILL NOT WORK • 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 46 • Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF. Allow the oven to cool and OVEN DOOR then unlatch the door. ACCIDENTALLY LOCKED WHILE BAKING free: If you need more help., call, toll GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 consumer information service...
Page 47: Consumer Services
With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that ever need information or assistance from GE, we'll be there. All you have to do is call--toll-free! In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800432-2737) consumer service professional will provide...
Page 48 Staple sales slip or cancelled check YOUR GE GAS RANGE here. Proof of original purchase date WARRANTY needed obtain service under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding For one year from date of original...

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