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Non-Self-Cleaning Ranges Im'tallatiou Safety Im¢ruc/ious ..9-7, 95 Im_ruc/iom" ..... 24-39 Operating InsO'ut_tions Anti-Tip De\ice ..28, 38, 39 Aluminum Foil ... 19, 13 Connect the Range Clock and Timer .... m Gas ....29-32 Oven ....10--15 Convert m LP Gas ...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Jk WARNING: If the information in this manual is not...
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com A WARNING! IMPORTANT SAFETY N OTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY P RECAUTIONS iii}i}}lii{i! i,ocate the range out of kitchen trat_ic path iii}i}i{i{} Clean only parts listed in this Owner's Manual. and out ofdratty locations to prevent pilot outage (on standing pilot models) and poor iiiiiii{i{} Never wear loose fitting or han_ng garments...
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com COOK MEAT ANDPOULTRY THOROUGHLY... Cook meat and poultry thoroughly--meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°Fand poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°E Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodbome illness. OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven. The hot air and steam that escape can cause bums to hands, face and eyes.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! SURFACE BURNERS Use proper pan size--avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. Toavoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly.
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com SURFACE B URNERS (cont.) If you smell gas, and you have already made Always turn the surface burner controls sure pilots are lit (on standing pilot models), before remo_,ing cookware. turn off the gas m the range and call Do not lift the cooktop on sealed burner a qualified ser\,ice mchnician.
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Usingthe gas surface burners. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting a Gas Burner If (hip pans are supplied with your range; Do not operam die burner for an they should be used at all times.
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com How to Select Flame Size Forsafehandlbgof cookware, n everlet the flames Flames larger than tile bottom of tile extendup thesidesof thecookware. cookware will not result ill faster heating of tile cookware and could be llazardous. _A/atch the flame, not tile knob, as you reduce heat.
Usingthe clock and timer. TaPS 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.
Using the oven. www.AmericanaAppliances.com Toavoid possible bums, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before You Begin... The iacks have stop-locks, so fllat when Toremovea rack, pull it toward you, fllt the placed correctly on file rack supports flont end up and pull it out.
Usingthe oven. How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Your ovenis notdesigned foropen-door cooking. Type of Food Rack Position Frozen pies(on cookie sheet) BorC tile OVEN (]lose oven (loot. Turn _LLA CONTROL knob to tile desired Angel foodcake, temperature.
vvwvv.AmericanaAppliances.com How to Set the Oven for Broiling Broiling is cooking food by direct heat flom If meat has fat or gristle around tile above tile food. Most fish and tender cuts of edge, cut vertical slashes through both meat can be broiled. Follow these directions about 2"...
Usingtheoven. Bmi/ing Guide FirstSide size, weight, thickness, Second Side Rack Quantity and/or Thickness Position Time(rain.) Comments Time {rain.) starting temperature Food yore prefbrence of doneness Bacon 1/2 lb. Arrange in single layer. broiling will affbct dines. (about 8 thin slices) guide meats This...
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Adjust the oven thermostat--Do it yourself! vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself. Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven.
Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. .4,WARNIN6: If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injur)z.
www.AmericanaAppliances.com Sealed Burner Assemblies (on some models) Grate Turn all controls OFF before removing burner parts and drip pans (if so equipped). Burner The burner grams, caps, burner beads and drip pans (if so equipped) can be lifted off; making them easy to clean. The elecuodes Burnerheau are not removable.
Care and cleaning of the range. Burner Caps and Heads (on sealed burners only) Replacement NOTE:Beforeremovingthe burnercaps and heads,remembertheirsize andlocation. Replace burner heads over the electrodes Replacethemin thesamelocationafter on the cooktop, in the correct locations cleaning. according to their .size. Burnercaps Lift offwhen cool.
www.AmericanaAppliances.com Cooktop Surface To avoid damaging die porcelain enamel NOTE: Donotstoreflammable materials b surface of the cooktop and to prevent it an ovenor neartheco&top.Donot storeor flom becoming dull, clean up spills right usecombustible materials, g asolbeor other away. Foods wkh a lot of acid (tomatoes, flammable vapors andliquidsin thevicbity sauerkraut, fluitjuices, etc.) or foods with...
Care and cleaning of the range. Lift-Off Oven Door Toclean the outsideofthedoor: Theovendooris removable, butit is heaw.You may needhelpremovbgandreplacing thedoor Use soap and wamr to dloroughly clean die top, sides and front of die oven dooI: To remove the door, open it a few inches file special stop position tllm will hold the...
www.AmericanaApplianees.com Broiler Pan and Grid Grid Atker broiling, remove file broiler pan from The broiler pan and gild may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaneL the oven. Remove the grid from the pan. Carefldly pour out grease from the pan Both the broiler pan and grid can also be into a proper conmineL Wash and rinse cleaned in a dishwasheL...
Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Racks Clean the racks with an abrasive cleanser or scouring pad. AtYer cleaning, rinse the rocks with clean wamr and d_T with a clean cloth. Porcelain Oven Interior (on all models except continuous-cleaning models) With proper care, the porcelain enamel A CAUTIONSabout interior will retain its attractive finish for...
www.AmericanaAppliances.com Special Care of Continuous-Cleaning Oven Interior (on some models) Thespecialcoatingis a porousceramic Soil visibility may be reduced by material which is dark in colorandfeels operating the oven at 400°E Close the door and mrn the OVENCONTROL k nob slightlyroughto themuch. to 400°E Time for at least four horns.
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Installation Range Instructions I If you have questions, call 1.800.432.2737 IN THE COMMONWEALTH BEFORE YOU BEGIN OF MASSACHUSETTS Read these instructions completely carefully. • This product must be installed a licensed plumber or gas fitter. Installation of this range must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes,...
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Installation Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED Do not store or use combustible materials, • Gas line shut-off valve gasoline or other flammable vapors and • Pipe joint sealant or Ubapproved pipe liquids in the vicinity of this or any other thread tape with Teflon* that resists...
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Installation Instructions -&WARNING! Avoid placing cabinets above the range. To reduce the hazard caused by reaching INSTALLATION SAFETY over the open flames of operating burners, install a ventilation hood over the range INSTRUCTIONS that projects forward at least 5" beyond the front of the cabinets.
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Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range.The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be adjusted to meet specific requirements.
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Installation Instructions LOCATION -AWARNING! ANTI-TIP DEVICE Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts. Any openings the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed. Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not...
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Installation Instructions Never use an old connector when IT] PROVIDE ADEQUATE installing a new range. If the hard piping GAS SUPPLY method is used, you must carefully align the pipe; the range cannot be moved Your range is designed to operate at a after the connection is made.
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Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS (for models with Sealed Burners) This area allows for flush range installation with through-the-wall connection of pipe stub/shut-off valve and rear wall 120V outlet. Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location range hookup. This area allows for flush range installation with...
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Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Pressure regulator.s. Adapter _ef_ ct nneCtmO ru m ) Adapter Installer: Inform _--- Gas shut-off the consumer of valve 1/2" or 3/4"-_._ the location of the Gas pipe gas shut-off valve. RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS (for models equipped with Sealed Burners)
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Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners) Pressure regulator Adapter .all _41 _ t =['''''' _ ;_'''_;€_' Ma ni;°_de"_ (6 fFe_XC°ni_Ctm° r)--_'_ Adapter ----_ Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the ..___ Gas shut-off 1/2"...
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Installation Instructions A word about GFCI's--GFCI's are not ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS required or recommended for gas range receptacles. Electrical Requirements 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI's) branch circuit protected by a 15-amp are devices that sense leakage of current or 20-amp circuit...
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Installation Instructions SEALTHE OPENINGS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (cont.) When disconnecting the power cord from Seal any openings in the wall behind the adapter, always hold the adapter with range and in the floor under the range one hand. If this is not done, the adapter when hookups...
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Installation Instructions LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Light the Oven Pilot (cont.) 4. Remove the oven bottom. To remove: [-_ Adjust the Surface Burner Pilots if • Remove knurled screws holding Necessary down rear of oven bottom. • Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side.
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Installation Instructions r-E-q LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Adjust Broil Burner Air Adjustment Shutter on Models with a Broiler Drawer, if Necessary (cont.) [-_ Check Ignition of Oven Burner To Remove the Broiler Drawer: The oven is designed to operate quietly automatically.To operate the oven, turn the 1.
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Installation Instructions LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Replace Oven Parts After all adjustments are made, replace [-_ Check Ignition of Surface Burners the broiler drawer, oven bottom, racks and oven door. Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after pilots have been lighted (on some models) and the range...
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Installation Instructions LEVELTHE RANGE INSTALLTHE ANTI-TIP DEVICE E_ Install the oven racks in the oven -& WARNING - and position the range where it will installed. • Range must be secured with Raise approved Anti-Tip device. Lower range range Unless properly installed, the range could...
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Installation Instructions WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE 1-77 INSTALL THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE COMPLETED (cont.) Make sure all controls are left in the OFF For wood construction, drill a pilot hole position. Make sure the flow of combustion at an angle of 20 ° from the horizontal.
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. Possible Causes What To Do Topburners do not light Plug on range is not completely •...
www.AmericanaAppliances.com Possible Causes What To Do Clock does not work Plug on range is not completely • Make sure electlical plug is plugged into a live, inserted in the electrical outlet, properly g_ounded outlet. A fuse in your home may be •...
Before you call for service... ,wwam Troubleshooting tips Possible Causes What To Do "Crackling" This is the sound of the • This is nomaal. "popping" sound metal heating and cooling during cooking. Rainbow effect in • This is hernial. This is caused by the heat ,wwam the oven window treatment...
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Acc. essories. Looking For Something More ? You can find these accessories and many more by calling 800.626.2002 (during normal business hours). Have your model number ready. Drip Pans Grates Surface Burners & Caps Oven Racks Broiler Pan Cleaner Light Bulbs Knobs Tired of discolored...
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Gas Range Warranty. All warranty services for Americana are provided by GE Factory Staple your receipt here. Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care_ technician. Proof of the original purchase To schedule service, call 800.432.2737. Please have serial number date is needed to obtain service and model number available when calling for service.
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Consumer S upport. ScheduleService Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your doo_. Schedule service at your convenience by calling 800.432.2737 during nomlal business horns. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 ExtendedWarranties Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty...
Non-Self-Cleaning Ranges Im'tallatiou Safety Im¢ruc/ious ..9-7, 95 Im_ruc/iom" ..... 24-39 Operating InsO'ut_tions Anti-Tip De\ice ..28, 38, 39 Aluminum Foil ... 19, 13 Connect the Range Clock and Timer .... m Gas ....29-32 Oven ....10--15 Convert m LP Gas ...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Jk WARNING: If the information in this manual is not...
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com A WARNING! IMPORTANT SAFETY N OTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY P RECAUTIONS iii}i}}lii{i! i,ocate the range out of kitchen trat_ic path iii}i}i{i{} Clean only parts listed in this Owner's Manual. and out ofdratty locations to prevent pilot outage (on standing pilot models) and poor iiiiiii{i{} Never wear loose fitting or han_ng garments...
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com COOK MEAT ANDPOULTRY THOROUGHLY... Cook meat and poultry thoroughly--meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°Fand poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°E Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodbome illness. OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven. The hot air and steam that escape can cause bums to hands, face and eyes.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! SURFACE BURNERS Use proper pan size--avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. Toavoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly.
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com SURFACE B URNERS (cont.) If you smell gas, and you have already made Always turn the surface burner controls sure pilots are lit (on standing pilot models), before remo_,ing cookware. turn off the gas m the range and call Do not lift the cooktop on sealed burner a qualified ser\,ice mchnician.
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Usingthe gas surface burners. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting a Gas Burner If (hip pans are supplied with your range; Do not operam die burner for an they should be used at all times.
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com How to Select Flame Size Forsafehandlbgof cookware, n everlet the flames Flames larger than tile bottom of tile extendup thesidesof thecookware. cookware will not result ill faster heating of tile cookware and could be llazardous. _A/atch the flame, not tile knob, as you reduce heat.
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Usingthe clock and timer. TaPS 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.
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Using the oven. www.AmericanaAppliances.com Toavoid possible bums, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before You Begin... The iacks have stop-locks, so fllat when Toremovea rack, pull it toward you, fllt the placed correctly on file rack supports flont end up and pull it out.
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Usingthe oven. How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Your ovenis notdesigned foropen-door cooking. Type of Food Rack Position Frozen pies(on cookie sheet) BorC tile OVEN (]lose oven (loot. Turn _LLA CONTROL knob to tile desired Angel foodcake, temperature.
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vvwvv.AmericanaAppliances.com How to Set the Oven for Broiling Broiling is cooking food by direct heat flom If meat has fat or gristle around tile above tile food. Most fish and tender cuts of edge, cut vertical slashes through both meat can be broiled. Follow these directions about 2"...
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Usingtheoven. Bmi/ing Guide FirstSide size, weight, thickness, Second Side Rack Quantity and/or Thickness Position Time(rain.) Comments Time {rain.) starting temperature Food yore prefbrence of doneness Bacon 1/2 lb. Arrange in single layer. broiling will affbct dines. (about 8 thin slices) guide meats This...
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Adjust the oven thermostat--Do it yourself! vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself. Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven.
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Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. .4,WARNIN6: If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injur)z.
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com Sealed Burner Assemblies (on some models) Grate Turn all controls OFF before removing burner parts and drip pans (if so equipped). Burner The burner grams, caps, burner beads and drip pans (if so equipped) can be lifted off; making them easy to clean. The elecuodes Burnerheau are not removable.
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Care and cleaning of the range. Burner Caps and Heads (on sealed burners only) Replacement NOTE:Beforeremovingthe burnercaps and heads,remembertheirsize andlocation. Replace burner heads over the electrodes Replacethemin thesamelocationafter on the cooktop, in the correct locations cleaning. according to their .size. Burnercaps Lift offwhen cool.
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com Cooktop Surface To avoid damaging die porcelain enamel NOTE: Donotstoreflammable materials b surface of the cooktop and to prevent it an ovenor neartheco&top.Donot storeor flom becoming dull, clean up spills right usecombustible materials, g asolbeor other away. Foods wkh a lot of acid (tomatoes, flammable vapors andliquidsin thevicbity sauerkraut, fluitjuices, etc.) or foods with...
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Care and cleaning of the range. Lift-Off Oven Door Toclean the outsideofthedoor: Theovendooris removable, butit is heaw.You may needhelpremovbgandreplacing thedoor Use soap and wamr to dloroughly clean die top, sides and front of die oven dooI: To remove the door, open it a few inches file special stop position tllm will hold the...
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www.AmericanaApplianees.com Broiler Pan and Grid Grid Atker broiling, remove file broiler pan from The broiler pan and gild may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaneL the oven. Remove the grid from the pan. Carefldly pour out grease from the pan Both the broiler pan and grid can also be into a proper conmineL Wash and rinse cleaned in a dishwasheL...
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Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Racks Clean the racks with an abrasive cleanser or scouring pad. AtYer cleaning, rinse the rocks with clean wamr and d_T with a clean cloth. Porcelain Oven Interior (on all models except continuous-cleaning models) With proper care, the porcelain enamel A CAUTIONSabout interior will retain its attractive finish for...
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com Special Care of Continuous-Cleaning Oven Interior (on some models) Thespecialcoatingis a porousceramic Soil visibility may be reduced by material which is dark in colorandfeels operating the oven at 400°E Close the door and mrn the OVENCONTROL k nob slightlyroughto themuch. to 400°E Time for at least four horns.
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Installation Range Instructions I If you have questions, call 1.800.432.2737 IN THE COMMONWEALTH BEFORE YOU BEGIN OF MASSACHUSETTS Read these instructions completely carefully. • This product must be installed a licensed plumber or gas fitter. Installation of this range must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes,...
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Installation Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED Do not store or use combustible materials, • Gas line shut-off valve gasoline or other flammable vapors and • Pipe joint sealant or Ubapproved pipe liquids in the vicinity of this or any other thread tape with Teflon* that resists...
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Installation Instructions -&WARNING! Avoid placing cabinets above the range. To reduce the hazard caused by reaching INSTALLATION SAFETY over the open flames of operating burners, install a ventilation hood over the range INSTRUCTIONS that projects forward at least 5" beyond the front of the cabinets.
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Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range.The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be adjusted to meet specific requirements.
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Installation Instructions LOCATION -AWARNING! ANTI-TIP DEVICE Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts. Any openings the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed. Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not...
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Installation Instructions Never use an old connector when IT] PROVIDE ADEQUATE installing a new range. If the hard piping GAS SUPPLY method is used, you must carefully align the pipe; the range cannot be moved Your range is designed to operate at a after the connection is made.
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Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS (for models with Sealed Burners) This area allows for flush range installation with through-the-wall connection of pipe stub/shut-off valve and rear wall 120V outlet. Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location range hookup. This area allows for flush range installation with...
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Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Pressure regulator.s. Adapter _ef_ ct nneCtmO ru m ) Adapter Installer: Inform _--- Gas shut-off the consumer of valve 1/2" or 3/4"-_._ the location of the Gas pipe gas shut-off valve. RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS (for models equipped with Sealed Burners)
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Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners) Pressure regulator Adapter .all _41 _ t =['''''' _ ;_'''_;€_' Ma ni;°_de"_ (6 fFe_XC°ni_Ctm° r)--_'_ Adapter ----_ Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the ..___ Gas shut-off 1/2"...
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Installation Instructions A word about GFCI's--GFCI's are not ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS required or recommended for gas range receptacles. Electrical Requirements 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI's) branch circuit protected by a 15-amp are devices that sense leakage of current or 20-amp circuit...
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Installation Instructions SEALTHE OPENINGS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (cont.) When disconnecting the power cord from Seal any openings in the wall behind the adapter, always hold the adapter with range and in the floor under the range one hand. If this is not done, the adapter when hookups...
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Installation Instructions LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Light the Oven Pilot (cont.) 4. Remove the oven bottom. To remove: [-_ Adjust the Surface Burner Pilots if • Remove knurled screws holding Necessary down rear of oven bottom. • Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side.
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Installation Instructions r-E-q LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Adjust Broil Burner Air Adjustment Shutter on Models with a Broiler Drawer, if Necessary (cont.) [-_ Check Ignition of Oven Burner To Remove the Broiler Drawer: The oven is designed to operate quietly automatically.To operate the oven, turn the 1.
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Installation Instructions LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Replace Oven Parts After all adjustments are made, replace [-_ Check Ignition of Surface Burners the broiler drawer, oven bottom, racks and oven door. Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after pilots have been lighted (on some models) and the range...
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Installation Instructions LEVELTHE RANGE INSTALLTHE ANTI-TIP DEVICE E_ Install the oven racks in the oven -& WARNING - and position the range where it will installed. • Range must be secured with Raise approved Anti-Tip device. Lower range range Unless properly installed, the range could...
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Installation Instructions WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE 1-77 INSTALL THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE COMPLETED (cont.) Make sure all controls are left in the OFF For wood construction, drill a pilot hole position. Make sure the flow of combustion at an angle of 20 ° from the horizontal.
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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. Possible Causes What To Do Topburners do not light Plug on range is not completely •...
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com Possible Causes What To Do Clock does not work Plug on range is not completely • Make sure electlical plug is plugged into a live, inserted in the electrical outlet, properly g_ounded outlet. A fuse in your home may be •...
Page 90
Before you call for service... ,wwam Troubleshooting tips Possible Causes What To Do "Crackling" This is the sound of the • This is nomaal. "popping" sound metal heating and cooling during cooking. Rainbow effect in • This is hernial. This is caused by the heat ,wwam the oven window treatment...
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Acc. essories. Looking For Something More ? You can find these accessories and many more by calling 800.626.2002 (during normal business hours). Have your model number ready. Drip Pans Grates Surface Burners & Caps Oven Racks Broiler Pan Cleaner Light Bulbs Knobs Tired of discolored...
Page 94
Gas Range Warranty. All warranty services for Americana are provided by GE Factory Staple your receipt here. Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care_ technician. Proof of the original purchase To schedule service, call 800.432.2737. Please have serial number date is needed to obtain service and model number available when calling for service.
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Consumer S upport. ScheduleService Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your doo_. Schedule service at your convenience by calling 800.432.2737 during nomlal business horns. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 ExtendedWarranties Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty...
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Non-Self-Cleaning Ranges Im'tallatiou Safety Im¢ruc/ious ..9-7, 95 Im_ruc/iom" ..... 24-39 Operating InsO'ut_tions Anti-Tip De\ice ..28, 38, 39 Aluminum Foil ... 19, 13 Connect the Range Clock and Timer .... m Gas ....29-32 Oven ....10--15 Convert m LP Gas ...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Jk WARNING: If the information in this manual is not...
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com A WARNING! IMPORTANT SAFETY N OTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY P RECAUTIONS iii}i}}lii{i! i,ocate the range out of kitchen trat_ic path iii}i}i{i{} Clean only parts listed in this Owner's Manual. and out ofdratty locations to prevent pilot outage (on standing pilot models) and poor iiiiiii{i{} Never wear loose fitting or han_ng garments...
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com COOK MEAT ANDPOULTRY THOROUGHLY... Cook meat and poultry thoroughly--meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°Fand poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°E Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodbome illness. OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven. The hot air and steam that escape can cause bums to hands, face and eyes.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! SURFACE BURNERS Use proper pan size--avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. Toavoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly.
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com SURFACE B URNERS (cont.) If you smell gas, and you have already made Always turn the surface burner controls sure pilots are lit (on standing pilot models), before remo_,ing cookware. turn off the gas m the range and call Do not lift the cooktop on sealed burner a qualified ser\,ice mchnician.
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Usingthe gas surface burners. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting a Gas Burner If (hip pans are supplied with your range; Do not operam die burner for an they should be used at all times.
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com How to Select Flame Size Forsafehandlbgof cookware, n everlet the flames Flames larger than tile bottom of tile extendup thesidesof thecookware. cookware will not result ill faster heating of tile cookware and could be llazardous. _A/atch the flame, not tile knob, as you reduce heat.
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Usingthe clock and timer. TaPS 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 107
Using the oven. www.AmericanaAppliances.com Toavoid possible bums, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before You Begin... The iacks have stop-locks, so fllat when Toremovea rack, pull it toward you, fllt the placed correctly on file rack supports flont end up and pull it out.
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Usingthe oven. How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Your ovenis notdesigned foropen-door cooking. Type of Food Rack Position Frozen pies(on cookie sheet) BorC tile OVEN (]lose oven (loot. Turn _LLA CONTROL knob to tile desired Angel foodcake, temperature.
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vvwvv.AmericanaAppliances.com How to Set the Oven for Broiling Broiling is cooking food by direct heat flom If meat has fat or gristle around tile above tile food. Most fish and tender cuts of edge, cut vertical slashes through both meat can be broiled. Follow these directions about 2"...
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Usingtheoven. Bmi/ing Guide FirstSide size, weight, thickness, Second Side Rack Quantity and/or Thickness Position Time(rain.) Comments Time {rain.) starting temperature Food yore prefbrence of doneness Bacon 1/2 lb. Arrange in single layer. broiling will affbct dines. (about 8 thin slices) guide meats This...
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Adjust the oven thermostat--Do it yourself! vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself. Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven.
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Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. .4,WARNIN6: If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injur)z.
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com Sealed Burner Assemblies (on some models) Grate Turn all controls OFF before removing burner parts and drip pans (if so equipped). Burner The burner grams, caps, burner beads and drip pans (if so equipped) can be lifted off; making them easy to clean. The elecuodes Burnerheau are not removable.
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Care and cleaning of the range. Burner Caps and Heads (on sealed burners only) Replacement NOTE:Beforeremovingthe burnercaps and heads,remembertheirsize andlocation. Replace burner heads over the electrodes Replacethemin thesamelocationafter on the cooktop, in the correct locations cleaning. according to their .size. Burnercaps Lift offwhen cool.
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com Cooktop Surface To avoid damaging die porcelain enamel NOTE: Donotstoreflammable materials b surface of the cooktop and to prevent it an ovenor neartheco&top.Donot storeor flom becoming dull, clean up spills right usecombustible materials, g asolbeor other away. Foods wkh a lot of acid (tomatoes, flammable vapors andliquidsin thevicbity sauerkraut, fluitjuices, etc.) or foods with...
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Care and cleaning of the range. Lift-Off Oven Door Toclean the outsideofthedoor: Theovendooris removable, butit is heaw.You may needhelpremovbgandreplacing thedoor Use soap and wamr to dloroughly clean die top, sides and front of die oven dooI: To remove the door, open it a few inches file special stop position tllm will hold the...
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www.AmericanaApplianees.com Broiler Pan and Grid Grid Atker broiling, remove file broiler pan from The broiler pan and gild may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaneL the oven. Remove the grid from the pan. Carefldly pour out grease from the pan Both the broiler pan and grid can also be into a proper conmineL Wash and rinse cleaned in a dishwasheL...
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Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Racks Clean the racks with an abrasive cleanser or scouring pad. AtYer cleaning, rinse the rocks with clean wamr and d_T with a clean cloth. Porcelain Oven Interior (on all models except continuous-cleaning models) With proper care, the porcelain enamel A CAUTIONSabout interior will retain its attractive finish for...
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com Special Care of Continuous-Cleaning Oven Interior (on some models) Thespecialcoatingis a porousceramic Soil visibility may be reduced by material which is dark in colorandfeels operating the oven at 400°E Close the door and mrn the OVENCONTROL k nob slightlyroughto themuch. to 400°E Time for at least four horns.
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Installation Range Instructions I If you have questions, call 1.800.432.2737 IN THE COMMONWEALTH BEFORE YOU BEGIN OF MASSACHUSETTS Read these instructions completely carefully. • This product must be installed a licensed plumber or gas fitter. Installation of this range must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes,...
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Installation Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED Do not store or use combustible materials, • Gas line shut-off valve gasoline or other flammable vapors and • Pipe joint sealant or Ubapproved pipe liquids in the vicinity of this or any other thread tape with Teflon* that resists...
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Installation Instructions -&WARNING! Avoid placing cabinets above the range. To reduce the hazard caused by reaching INSTALLATION SAFETY over the open flames of operating burners, install a ventilation hood over the range INSTRUCTIONS that projects forward at least 5" beyond the front of the cabinets.
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Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range.The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be adjusted to meet specific requirements.
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Installation Instructions LOCATION -AWARNING! ANTI-TIP DEVICE Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts. Any openings the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed. Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not...
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Installation Instructions Never use an old connector when IT] PROVIDE ADEQUATE installing a new range. If the hard piping GAS SUPPLY method is used, you must carefully align the pipe; the range cannot be moved Your range is designed to operate at a after the connection is made.
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Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS (for models with Sealed Burners) This area allows for flush range installation with through-the-wall connection of pipe stub/shut-off valve and rear wall 120V outlet. Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location range hookup. This area allows for flush range installation with...
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Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Pressure regulator.s. Adapter _ef_ ct nneCtmO ru m ) Adapter Installer: Inform _--- Gas shut-off the consumer of valve 1/2" or 3/4"-_._ the location of the Gas pipe gas shut-off valve. RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS (for models equipped with Sealed Burners)
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Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners) Pressure regulator Adapter .all _41 _ t =['''''' _ ;_'''_;€_' Ma ni;°_de"_ (6 fFe_XC°ni_Ctm° r)--_'_ Adapter ----_ Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the ..___ Gas shut-off 1/2"...
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Installation Instructions A word about GFCI's--GFCI's are not ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS required or recommended for gas range receptacles. Electrical Requirements 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI's) branch circuit protected by a 15-amp are devices that sense leakage of current or 20-amp circuit...
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Installation Instructions SEALTHE OPENINGS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (cont.) When disconnecting the power cord from Seal any openings in the wall behind the adapter, always hold the adapter with range and in the floor under the range one hand. If this is not done, the adapter when hookups...
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Installation Instructions LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Light the Oven Pilot (cont.) 4. Remove the oven bottom. To remove: [-_ Adjust the Surface Burner Pilots if • Remove knurled screws holding Necessary down rear of oven bottom. • Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side.
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Installation Instructions r-E-q LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Adjust Broil Burner Air Adjustment Shutter on Models with a Broiler Drawer, if Necessary (cont.) [-_ Check Ignition of Oven Burner To Remove the Broiler Drawer: The oven is designed to operate quietly automatically.To operate the oven, turn the 1.
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Installation Instructions LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Replace Oven Parts After all adjustments are made, replace [-_ Check Ignition of Surface Burners the broiler drawer, oven bottom, racks and oven door. Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after pilots have been lighted (on some models) and the range...
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Installation Instructions LEVELTHE RANGE INSTALLTHE ANTI-TIP DEVICE E_ Install the oven racks in the oven -& WARNING - and position the range where it will installed. • Range must be secured with Raise approved Anti-Tip device. Lower range range Unless properly installed, the range could...
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Installation Instructions WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE 1-77 INSTALL THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE COMPLETED (cont.) Make sure all controls are left in the OFF For wood construction, drill a pilot hole position. Make sure the flow of combustion at an angle of 20 ° from the horizontal.
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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. Possible Causes What To Do Topburners do not light Plug on range is not completely •...
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com Possible Causes What To Do Clock does not work Plug on range is not completely • Make sure electlical plug is plugged into a live, inserted in the electrical outlet, properly g_ounded outlet. A fuse in your home may be •...
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Before you call for service... ,wwam Troubleshooting tips Possible Causes What To Do "Crackling" This is the sound of the • This is nomaal. "popping" sound metal heating and cooling during cooking. Rainbow effect in • This is hernial. This is caused by the heat ,wwam the oven window treatment...
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Acc. essories. Looking For Something More ? You can find these accessories and many more by calling 800.626.2002 (during normal business hours). Have your model number ready. Drip Pans Grates Surface Burners & Caps Oven Racks Broiler Pan Cleaner Light Bulbs Knobs Tired of discolored...
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Gas Range Warranty. All warranty services for Americana are provided by GE Factory Staple your receipt here. Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care_ technician. Proof of the original purchase To schedule service, call 800.432.2737. Please have serial number date is needed to obtain service and model number available when calling for service.
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Consumer S upport. ScheduleService Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your doo_. Schedule service at your convenience by calling 800.432.2737 during nomlal business horns. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 ExtendedWarranties Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty...
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Non-Self-Cleaning Ranges Im'tallatiou Safety Im¢ruc/ious ..9-7, 95 Im_ruc/iom" ..... 24-39 Operating InsO'ut_tions Anti-Tip De\ice ..28, 38, 39 Aluminum Foil ... 19, 13 Connect the Range Clock and Timer .... m Gas ....29-32 Oven ....10--15 Convert m LP Gas ...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Jk WARNING: If the information in this manual is not...
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com A WARNING! IMPORTANT SAFETY N OTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY P RECAUTIONS iii}i}}lii{i! i,ocate the range out of kitchen trat_ic path iii}i}i{i{} Clean only parts listed in this Owner's Manual. and out ofdratty locations to prevent pilot outage (on standing pilot models) and poor iiiiiii{i{} Never wear loose fitting or han_ng garments...
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com COOK MEAT ANDPOULTRY THOROUGHLY... Cook meat and poultry thoroughly--meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°Fand poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°E Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodbome illness. OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven. The hot air and steam that escape can cause bums to hands, face and eyes.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! SURFACE BURNERS Use proper pan size--avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. Toavoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly.
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vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com SURFACE B URNERS (cont.) If you smell gas, and you have already made Always turn the surface burner controls sure pilots are lit (on standing pilot models), before remo_,ing cookware. turn off the gas m the range and call Do not lift the cooktop on sealed burner a qualified ser\,ice mchnician.
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Usingthe gas surface burners. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting a Gas Burner If (hip pans are supplied with your range; Do not operam die burner for an they should be used at all times.
Page 153
www.AmericanaAppliances.com How to Select Flame Size Forsafehandlbgof cookware, n everlet the flames Flames larger than tile bottom of tile extendup thesidesof thecookware. cookware will not result ill faster heating of tile cookware and could be llazardous. _A/atch the flame, not tile knob, as you reduce heat.
Page 154
Usingthe clock and timer. TaPS 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 155
Using the oven. www.AmericanaAppliances.com Toavoid possible bums, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before You Begin... The iacks have stop-locks, so fllat when Toremovea rack, pull it toward you, fllt the placed correctly on file rack supports flont end up and pull it out.
Page 156
Usingthe oven. How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Your ovenis notdesigned foropen-door cooking. Type of Food Rack Position Frozen pies(on cookie sheet) BorC tile OVEN (]lose oven (loot. Turn _LLA CONTROL knob to tile desired Angel foodcake, temperature.
Page 157
vvwvv.AmericanaAppliances.com How to Set the Oven for Broiling Broiling is cooking food by direct heat flom If meat has fat or gristle around tile above tile food. Most fish and tender cuts of edge, cut vertical slashes through both meat can be broiled. Follow these directions about 2"...
Page 158
Usingtheoven. Bmi/ing Guide FirstSide size, weight, thickness, Second Side Rack Quantity and/or Thickness Position Time(rain.) Comments Time {rain.) starting temperature Food yore prefbrence of doneness Bacon 1/2 lb. Arrange in single layer. broiling will affbct dines. (about 8 thin slices) guide meats This...
Page 159
Adjust the oven thermostat--Do it yourself! vvww.AmericanaAppliances.com You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself. Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven.
Page 160
Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. .4,WARNIN6: If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injur)z.
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www.AmericanaAppliances.com Sealed Burner Assemblies (on some models) Grate Turn all controls OFF before removing burner parts and drip pans (if so equipped). Burner The burner grams, caps, burner beads and drip pans (if so equipped) can be lifted off; making them easy to clean. The elecuodes Burnerheau are not removable.
Page 162
Care and cleaning of the range. Burner Caps and Heads (on sealed burners only) Replacement NOTE:Beforeremovingthe burnercaps and heads,remembertheirsize andlocation. Replace burner heads over the electrodes Replacethemin thesamelocationafter on the cooktop, in the correct locations cleaning. according to their .size. Burnercaps Lift offwhen cool.
Page 163
www.AmericanaAppliances.com Cooktop Surface To avoid damaging die porcelain enamel NOTE: Donotstoreflammable materials b surface of the cooktop and to prevent it an ovenor neartheco&top.Donot storeor flom becoming dull, clean up spills right usecombustible materials, g asolbeor other away. Foods wkh a lot of acid (tomatoes, flammable vapors andliquidsin thevicbity sauerkraut, fluitjuices, etc.) or foods with...
Page 164
Care and cleaning of the range. Lift-Off Oven Door Toclean the outsideofthedoor: Theovendooris removable, butit is heaw.You may needhelpremovbgandreplacing thedoor Use soap and wamr to dloroughly clean die top, sides and front of die oven dooI: To remove the door, open it a few inches file special stop position tllm will hold the...
Page 165
www.AmericanaApplianees.com Broiler Pan and Grid Grid Atker broiling, remove file broiler pan from The broiler pan and gild may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaneL the oven. Remove the grid from the pan. Carefldly pour out grease from the pan Both the broiler pan and grid can also be into a proper conmineL Wash and rinse cleaned in a dishwasheL...
Page 166
Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Racks Clean the racks with an abrasive cleanser or scouring pad. AtYer cleaning, rinse the rocks with clean wamr and d_T with a clean cloth. Porcelain Oven Interior (on all models except continuous-cleaning models) With proper care, the porcelain enamel A CAUTIONSabout interior will retain its attractive finish for...
Page 167
www.AmericanaAppliances.com Special Care of Continuous-Cleaning Oven Interior (on some models) Thespecialcoatingis a porousceramic Soil visibility may be reduced by material which is dark in colorandfeels operating the oven at 400°E Close the door and mrn the OVENCONTROL k nob slightlyroughto themuch. to 400°E Time for at least four horns.
Page 168
Installation Range Instructions I If you have questions, call 1.800.432.2737 IN THE COMMONWEALTH BEFORE YOU BEGIN OF MASSACHUSETTS Read these instructions completely carefully. • This product must be installed a licensed plumber or gas fitter. Installation of this range must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes,...
Page 169
Installation Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED Do not store or use combustible materials, • Gas line shut-off valve gasoline or other flammable vapors and • Pipe joint sealant or Ubapproved pipe liquids in the vicinity of this or any other thread tape with Teflon* that resists...
Page 170
Installation Instructions -&WARNING! Avoid placing cabinets above the range. To reduce the hazard caused by reaching INSTALLATION SAFETY over the open flames of operating burners, install a ventilation hood over the range INSTRUCTIONS that projects forward at least 5" beyond the front of the cabinets.
Page 171
Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range.The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be adjusted to meet specific requirements.
Page 172
Installation Instructions LOCATION -AWARNING! ANTI-TIP DEVICE Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts. Any openings the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed. Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not...
Page 173
Installation Instructions Never use an old connector when IT] PROVIDE ADEQUATE installing a new range. If the hard piping GAS SUPPLY method is used, you must carefully align the pipe; the range cannot be moved Your range is designed to operate at a after the connection is made.
Page 174
Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS (for models with Sealed Burners) This area allows for flush range installation with through-the-wall connection of pipe stub/shut-off valve and rear wall 120V outlet. Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location range hookup. This area allows for flush range installation with...
Page 175
Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Pressure regulator.s. Adapter _ef_ ct nneCtmO ru m ) Adapter Installer: Inform _--- Gas shut-off the consumer of valve 1/2" or 3/4"-_._ the location of the Gas pipe gas shut-off valve. RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS (for models equipped with Sealed Burners)
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Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners) Pressure regulator Adapter .all _41 _ t =['''''' _ ;_'''_;€_' Ma ni;°_de"_ (6 fFe_XC°ni_Ctm° r)--_'_ Adapter ----_ Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the ..___ Gas shut-off 1/2"...
Page 177
Installation Instructions A word about GFCI's--GFCI's are not ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS required or recommended for gas range receptacles. Electrical Requirements 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI's) branch circuit protected by a 15-amp are devices that sense leakage of current or 20-amp circuit...
Page 178
Installation Instructions SEALTHE OPENINGS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (cont.) When disconnecting the power cord from Seal any openings in the wall behind the adapter, always hold the adapter with range and in the floor under the range one hand. If this is not done, the adapter when hookups...
Page 179
Installation Instructions LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Light the Oven Pilot (cont.) 4. Remove the oven bottom. To remove: [-_ Adjust the Surface Burner Pilots if • Remove knurled screws holding Necessary down rear of oven bottom. • Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side.
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Installation Instructions r-E-q LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Adjust Broil Burner Air Adjustment Shutter on Models with a Broiler Drawer, if Necessary (cont.) [-_ Check Ignition of Oven Burner To Remove the Broiler Drawer: The oven is designed to operate quietly automatically.To operate the oven, turn the 1.
Page 181
Installation Instructions LIGHTTHE PILOTS (cont.) Replace Oven Parts After all adjustments are made, replace [-_ Check Ignition of Surface Burners the broiler drawer, oven bottom, racks and oven door. Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after pilots have been lighted (on some models) and the range...
Page 182
Installation Instructions LEVELTHE RANGE INSTALLTHE ANTI-TIP DEVICE E_ Install the oven racks in the oven -& WARNING - and position the range where it will installed. • Range must be secured with Raise approved Anti-Tip device. Lower range range Unless properly installed, the range could...
Page 183
Installation Instructions WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE 1-77 INSTALL THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE COMPLETED (cont.) Make sure all controls are left in the OFF For wood construction, drill a pilot hole position. Make sure the flow of combustion at an angle of 20 ° from the horizontal.
Page 184
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. Possible Causes What To Do Topburners do not light Plug on range is not completely •...
Page 185
www.AmericanaAppliances.com Possible Causes What To Do Clock does not work Plug on range is not completely • Make sure electlical plug is plugged into a live, inserted in the electrical outlet, properly g_ounded outlet. A fuse in your home may be •...
Page 186
Before you call for service... ,wwam Troubleshooting tips Possible Causes What To Do "Crackling" This is the sound of the • This is nomaal. "popping" sound metal heating and cooling during cooking. Rainbow effect in • This is hernial. This is caused by the heat ,wwam the oven window treatment...
Page 189
Acc. essories. Looking For Something More ? You can find these accessories and many more by calling 800.626.2002 (during normal business hours). Have your model number ready. Drip Pans Grates Surface Burners & Caps Oven Racks Broiler Pan Cleaner Light Bulbs Knobs Tired of discolored...
Page 190
Gas Range Warranty. All warranty services for Americana are provided by GE Factory Staple your receipt here. Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care_ technician. Proof of the original purchase To schedule service, call 800.432.2737. Please have serial number date is needed to obtain service and model number available when calling for service.
Page 192
Consumer S upport. ScheduleService Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your doo_. Schedule service at your convenience by calling 800.432.2737 during nomlal business horns. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 ExtendedWarranties Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty...