Care and Cleaning Burner.Assembly Burner.Grates Control.Panel.and.Knobs Cooktop Door.Removal Griddle Oven.Bottom Oven.Light.Replacement Oven.Vents Racks Self-Cleaning Stainless.Steel.Surfaces Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # ____________________ Serial # _____________________ You.can.find.them.on.a.label.under. the.manifold.above.the.upper.oven. In Canada contact us at: 183D5580P268 29-5765... 07-11 GE www.GEAppliances.ca...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, personal injury or death. -.Do.not.store.or.use.gasoline.or.other.flammable.vapors.and.liquids.in.the.vicinity.of.this.or.any.other.appliance . - WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS ■ Do.not.try.to.light.any.appliance .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. GEAppliances.com 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. be.allowed.to.climb,.sit.or.stand.on.any.part.of.the. NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat appliance . or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the oven.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING KEEP.FLAMMABLE.MATERIALS.AWAY.FROM.THE.RANGE ■.. D o.not.store.or.use.flammable.materials.in.an.oven.or. burners.or.hot.surfaces.may.ignite.causing.severe.burns . near.the.cooktop,.including.paper,.plastic,.pot.holders,. D o.not.let.cooking.grease.or.other.flammable.materials. ■ linens,.wall.coverings,.curtains,.drapes.and.gasoline.or. accumulate.in.or.near.the.range . . Grease.in.the.oven.or. other.flammable.vapors.and.liquids . on.the.cooktop.may.ignite . . ■.. N ever.wear.loose-fitting.or.hanging.garments.while. C lean.ventilating.hoods.frequently . . Grease.should.not. ■ using.the.appliance . . Avoid.storing.commonly.used.items. be.allowed.to.accumulate.on.the.hood.or.filter .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. GEAppliances.com WARNING OVEN.SAFETY.INSTRUCTIONS WARNING . ■.. P ull.the.oven.rack.to.the.stop-lock.position.when. NEVER.cover.any.slots,.holes,.or. loading.and.unloading.food.from.the.oven . . This.helps. passages.in.the.oven.bottom.or.cover.an.entire.rack.with. prevent.burns.from.touching.hot.surfaces.of.the.door. materials.such.as.aluminum.foil . . Doing.so.blocks.air.flow. and.oven.walls . through.the.oven.and.may.cause.carbon.monixide. D o.not.leave.items.such.as.paper,.cooking.utensils.or. ■ poisoning . . Aluminum.foil.linings.may.also.trap.heat,.causing. food.in.the.oven.when.not.in.use . . Items.stored.in.an. a.fire.hazard .
Using the gas surface burners. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting a Gas Burner .. M ake.sure.all.burners.are.in.place . .. D o.not.operate.the.burner.for.an.extended. period.of.time.without.cookware.on.the. .. M ake.sure.all.grates.on.the.range.are. grate . . The.finish.on.the.grate.may.chip. properly.placed.before.using.any.burner .
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GEAppliances.com How to Select Flame Size . WARNING size.on.a.gas.burner.should.match.the. Flames that are cookware.you.are.using . not covered by cookware may present a risk Flames.larger.than.the.bottom.of.the.cookware. of burns or clothing igniton. Never let flames will.not.result.in.faster.heating.and.may.be. extend beyond the sides of the cookware. hazardous . Watch.the.flame,.not.the.knob,.as.you.adjust.
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Place and remove the griddle only when all grates and Preseasoned Griddle for Model PCGB995 griddle are cool and all surface units are turned OFF. Type of Food Preheat Conditions Cook Setting Most.griddled.foods.require.cooking.on.a.preheated.surface .
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Using the lower oven. (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) HOLD 3 SEC Features, appearance and pad locations may vary. Oven Control, Clock, Timer and Features Bake Pad Delay Start Pad . T ouch.to.select.the.bake.function . .
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Using the ovens.. To avoid possible burns, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before you begin… The.racks.have.stop-locks,.so.that.when.placed. the rack and pull all the way out. Be careful correctly.on.the.rack.supports.(A.through.C),. not to burn your hand on the door when they.will.stop.before.coming.completely.out,.
Using the lower oven.. GEAppliances.com If your model has a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch during baking or roasting. The latch is used for self- cleaning only. How to Set the Lower Oven for Baking or Roasting Your.oven.is.not.designed.for.open-door.
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Using the upper oven. To use the upper oven ... P ush.in.and.turn.the.upper.oven.knob.to. NOTES: any desired setting . The lower oven cannot be used during a ... A llow.the upper.oven.to.preheat . self-clean cycle of the upper oven. The upper oven signal light is located on the ...
Using the clock and timer. Not all features are on all models. To Set the Clock The.clock.must.be.set.to.the.correct.time.of. If.number.pads.are.not.touched.within.one. day.for.the.automatic.oven.. t iming.functions. minute.after.you.touch.the.Clock.pad,.the. to.work.properly . . The.time.of.day.cannot.be. display.reverts.to.the.original.setting . . If.this. Make.sure.the.clock.is.set.to.the. changed.during.a.timed.baking.or.self-cleaning. happens,.touch.the.Clock.pad.and.reenter.the. correct.time.of.day . cycle . time.of.day ..T ouch.the.Clock.pad ..
Using the timed baking and roasting features. (lower oven only) GEAppliances.com NOTE: Foods that spoil easily—such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork—should not be allowed to sit for more than 1 hour before or after cooking. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.
Using the probe. (lower oven only) CAUTION To prevent burns, do not unplug the probe from the oven outlet until the oven has cooled. Do not store the probe in the oven. If.your.model.has.a.door.latch,.do.not.lock.the.oven.door.with.the.latch.while.cooking.with.the.probe . . The.latch.is.used. for.self-cleaning.only . For.many.foods,.especially.roasts.and.poultry,.internal.food.temperature.is.the.best.test.for.doneness . . The.temperature. probe.takes.the.guesswork.out.of.cooking.foods.to.the.exact.doneness.you.want .
Using the convection lower oven. (on some models) GEAppliances.com The.convection.oven.fan.shuts.off.when.the.oven.door.is.opened . . DO.NOT.leave.the.door.open.for.long.periods.of.time. while.using.convection.cooking . To.help.you.understand.the.difference.between. quickly.for.a.moist.and.tender.product.while,. convection.bake.and.roast.and.traditional.bake. at.the.same.time,.creating.a.rich.golden.brown. exterior . and.roast,.here.are.some.general.guidelines . Convection Bake Roasts or poultry should be cooked on rack position (A). ■.. P reheat.the.oven . . See.the.Using.the.oven–. When.you.are.convection.roasting,.it.is.
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Using the convection lower oven. (on some models) Cookware for Convection Cooking Before.using.your.convection.oven,.check.. Metal and Glass to.see.if.your.cookware.leaves.room.for.air. Any.type.of.cookware.will.work.in.your. circulation.in.the.oven . . If.you.are.baking.with. convection.oven . . However,.metal.pans.heat.the. several.pans,.leave.space.between.them . . Also,. fastest.and.are.recommended.for.convection. be.sure.the.pans.do.not.touch.each.other.or.the. baking . . walls.of.the.oven . . ■. Darkened or matte-finished pans will bake Paper and Plastic faster than shiny pans.
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GEAppliances.com How to Set the Lower Oven for Convection Roasting When Using the Probe (on some models) . CAUTION The.display.will.flash.PROBE.and.the.oven. To prevent burns, do control.will.signal.if.the.probe.is.inserted.into. not unplug the probe from the oven outlet For.best.results.when.roasting. the.outlet,.and.you.have.not.set.a.probe. large.turkeys.and.roasts,.we. until the oven has cooled. Do not store the temperature.and.touched.the.Start.pad .
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Using the convection lower oven. (on some models) Convection Roasting Guide - Suggested Settings Oven Internal Meats Temp. Temp. Beef Rib.Roast.(4-8.lbs . ) Rare 325˚F 145˚F Bone-in.and.Boneless Medium 325˚F 160˚F Beef.Tenderloin.(2-3.lbs . ) Rare 425˚F 145˚F Beef.Tenderloin.(4-6.lbs . ) Rare 425˚F 145˚F Pork...
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Using the lower oven timed convection baking features (on some models) GEAppliances.com How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop The.lower.oven.will.turn.on.at.the.time.of.day.you..T ouch.the.Start.pad . set,.cook.for.a.specific.length.of.time.and.then.turn. off.automatically . NOTE: If.you.would.like.to.check.the.times.you.have. set,.touch.the.Delay Start.pad.to.check.the.start. Make.sure.the.clock.shows.the.correct.time.. time.you.have.set.or.touch.the.Cooking Time.pad.to. of.day . check.the.length.of.cooking.time.you.have.set ..
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Special features of your lower 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. The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day. They remain in the control’s memory until the steps are repeated.
GEAppliances.com 12-Hour, 24-Hour or Clock Blackout Your.control.is.set.to.use.a.12-hour.clock . Touch.the.Clock.pad.again.to.change. to.the.24-hour.military.time.clock . . The.display. If.you.would.prefer.to.have.a.24-hour.military. will.show 24 hr.. If.this.is.the.choice.you.want,. time.clock.or.black.out.the.clock.display,.follow. touch.the.Start.pad . the.steps.below . Touch.the.Clock.pad.again.to.black.out.the..T ouch.the.Bake.and.Warm.pads.at.the. clock.display . . The.display.will.show.OFF . . If.this. same.time.for.3.seconds.until.the.display. is.the.choice.you.want,.touch.the.Start.pad . shows.SF . NOTE: If the clock is in the blackout mode, you ...
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Using the Sabbath feature. (lower oven only) (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) The Sabbath feature can be used for baking/roasting in the upper and lower oven or baking drawer (on some models). It cannot be used for convection, broiling, self-cleaning or delay start cooking. ertified NOTE: The oven light comes on automatically (on some models) when the door is opened and goes abbath...
Remove and replace full extension racks. (on some models) GEAppliances.com CAUTION To avoid burns, place the racks in the correct position before turning on the oven. Make sure frame is fully inserted in the oven to lock it in place. Extension Rack When.placing.and.removing.cookware,.always.
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Adjust the lower and upper oven thermostats—Do it yourself!. 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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Using the self-cleaning upper and lower ovens. GEAppliances.com The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly. Before a Clean Cycle For.the.first.self-clean.cycle,.we.recommend. sponge. venting.your.kitchen.with.an.open.window.. Do not clean.the.gasket . . The.fiberglass. or.using.a.ventilation.fan.or.hood . material.of.the.front.frame.gasket.cannot.
Using the self-cleaning upper and lower ovens. The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly. How to Set the Lower Oven for Cleaning The.oven.shuts.off.automatically.when.the..T ouch.the.Self Clean.pad . clean.cycle.is.complete ..
GEAppliances.com Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. . WARNING If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is reengaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the ra nge and cause injury.
Care and cleaning of the range. Burner Caps, Bases and Heads Before.removing.the.burner.caps.and.heads. Replacement Burner Heads .(on some models) (on.some.models),.remember.their.size.and. Replace.burner.heads.over.the.electrodes.on. location . . Replace.them.in.the.same.location. the.cooktop,.in.the.correct.locations.according. after.cleaning . to.their.size . . There.is.one.small,.one.medium,. one.large.and.one.extra-large.burner.head . NOTE: Do not use steel wool or scouring powders to clean the burner parts.
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GEAppliances.com Lodge Reversible Cast-Iron Griddle (on some models) ® Griddle Precautions: R inse with hot water (do not use soap), and ■ dry thoroughly. If something has spilled under the griddle, it ■ B efore cooking, prepare the surface with ■...
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Care and cleaning of the range. Burner Grates for Model CCGS990 Only Your.range.has.three.professional-style.double. Support Bumpers grates . . These.grates.are.position-specific . . For. If.one.or.more.of.the.circular.silicone.grate. maximum.stability,.these.grates.should.only.be. support.bumpers.in.the.cooktop.are.missing.or. used.in.their.proper.position . . For.convenience,. damaged,.replacement.parts.can.be.obtained. the.undersides.of.the.side.grates.are.marked. by.calling.1 . 8 00 . G E . C ARES . “OUTSIDE”...
Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Bottom The.oven.bottom.has.a.porcelain-enamel. (such.as.tomatoes,.sauerkraut.and.sauces. finish . . To.make.cleaning.easier,.protect.the. with.vinegar.or.lemon.juice).may.cause.pitting. oven.bottom.from.excessive.spillovers.by. and.damage.to.the.porcelain-enamel.surface. placing.a.cookie.sheet.on.the.rack.below.the. and.should.be.wiped.up.immediately . . rack.you.are.cooking.on . . This.is.particularly. To.clean.up.spillovers,.use.soap.and.water,.an. important.when.baking.a.fruit.pie.or.other. abrasive.cleaner.or.soap-filled.scouring.pad . . foods.with.a.high.acid.content . . Hot.fruit. Rinse.well.to.remove.any.soap.before.self- fillings.or.other.foods.that.are.highly.acidic. cleaning . Lift-Off Lower Oven Door (on some models) Slot The door is very heavy.
Care and cleaning of the range. Cleaning the Door To clean the inside of the door: To clean the outside of the door: ■.. D o.not.allow.excess.water.to run.into.any. ■.. U se.soap.and.water.to.thoroughly.clean.the. holes.or.slots.in.the.door. . top,.sides.and.front.of.the.oven.door . . Rinse. well . . You.may.also.use.a.glass.cleaner.to. ■..
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GEAppliances.com WARNING Shock or Burn Hazard: Before replacing oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or burn. Oven Light Replacement (on some models) Be.sure.to.let.the light.cover.and.bulb.cool.
Installation Range Instructions If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES GEAppliances.com visit our Website at: In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts FOR YOUR SAFETY • . . T his.product.must.be.installed.by.a.licensed.plumber.or. Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or gas.fitter . other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of •...
.. B efore.installing.your.range.on.linoleum.or.any.other. Only the GE Café branded series synthetic.floor.covering,.make.sure.the.floor.covering. of Advantium or microwave over-the-range ovens are ® can.withstand.180°F.without.shrinking,.warping.or. designed to be installed above the GE Café range..Surfaces. discoloring . . Do.not.install.the.range.over.carpeting. above.a.gas.range.can.become.hot . . Installation.of.any.other. unless.a.sheet.of.1/4”.thick.plywood.or.similar. over-the-range.oven.above.a.GE.Café.range.may.result.in. insulator.is.placed.between.the.range.and.carpeting . surface.temperatures.that.can.cause.burns .
Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCE 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 IMPORTANT! Do not locate the range where it may be subject to Remove.all.tape.and.packaging . . Make.sure.the.burners. strong drafts. Any openings in the floor or wall behind are.properly.seated.and.level . the range should be sealed. Make sure the openings Take.the.accessory.pack.out.of.the.oven.and/or.drawer .
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Installation Instructions PROVIDE ADEQUATE GAS SUPPLY .CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS Shut off the main gas supply valve before disconnecting Your range is designed to operate at a pressure of 5” the old range and leave it off until the new hook-up of water.column.on.natural.gas.or,.if.designed.for.LP.gas.
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Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS Recommended.area.for.120V. outlet.on.rear.wall.and.area.for. through-the-wall.connection.of. pipe.stub.and.shut-off.valve . CAUTION To prevent Recommended.area. drafts from affecting burner for.through-the-floor. operation, seal all openings in floor connection.of.pipe.stub. and.shut-off.valve . and wall.
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Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Electrical Requirements 120-volt,.60.Hertz,.properly.grounded.dedicated.circuit. protected.by.a.15-amp.or.20-amp.circuit.breaker.or. time-delay.fuse . Note:.Use.of.automatic,.wireless,.or.wired.external. switches.that.shut.off.power.to.the.appliance.are.not. recommended.for.this.product . Grounding WARNING Shock Hazard: This appliance must be properly grounded. Failure to do so can result in electric shock. Ensure.proper.ground. exists.before.use The.power.cord.of.this.appliance.is.equipped.with.a. 3-prong.(grounding).plug.which.mates.with.a.standard. 3-prong.grounding.wall.receptacle.to.minimize.the. possibility.of.electric.shock.hazard.from.this.appliance . The.customer.should.have.the.wall.receptacle.and.circuit.
Installation Instructions ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER .ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS IF AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS IF NECESSARY NECESSARY (CONT.) Air.adjustment.shutters.for.the.top.and.bottom.burners. regulate.the.flow.of.air.to.the.flames . Air.. adjustment.shutter Oven.bottom Loosen To remove the oven bottom: A. . R emove.the.screws.holding.down.the.rear.of.the.oven. bottom . B.
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Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE COMPLETED WARNING Make sure all controls are left in the off position. Make sure the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the range is unobstructed. ANTI-TIP DEVICE • All ranges can tip. •...
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 Plug on range is not completely. •.
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GEAppliances.com Problem Possible Causes What To Do Burners do not light. A fuse in your home may be. •. Replace.the.fuse.or.reset.the.circuit.breaker . (cont.). blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Burner parts not replaced . •. See.the.Care and cleaning of the range.section . correctly..
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What To Do Excessive smoking Excessive soil.. •. Touch.the.Clear/Off. pad.or.turn.the.upper.oven.knob.to.the..OFF.position.and.press.the.Clear/Off.pad . . Open.the.windows . to.rid.the.room.of.smoke . . Wait.until.the.LOCKED DOOR. . light.goes.off . . Wipe.up.the.excess.soil.and.reset.the..clean.cycle . Oven door will not open Oven too hot..
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GEAppliances.com Problem Possible Causes What To Do LOC shows in the The Gas/Control Lockout feature. •. Be.sure.the.surface.burner.controls.are.turned.OFF . . display is activated.. . Turn.this.feature.off.to.use.the.range . . See.the.Gas/Control. . Lockout.section . Display goes blank A fuse in your home may be . •.
** The XL pan does not fit in 24” wall ovens, 27” drop-ins or 20”/24” ranges. To place your order, call 800.626.2002 (U.S.), 800.661.1616 (Canada) or mail this form to: In the U.S.: GE Parts, P.O. Box 221027, Memphis, TN 38122-1027. In Canada: GE Parts, 1 Factory Lane, Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3 ._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._...
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service.
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GE Gas Range Warranty. (For customers in Canada) Staple.your.receipt.here . . . All.warranty.service.provided.by.our.Factory.Service.Centers. . Proof.of.the.original.purchase. or.an.authorized.Customer.Care .technician . . For.service,. ® date.is.needed.to.obtain. call.1 . 8 00 . 5 61 . 3 344 . . Please.have.serial.number.and.model. service.under.the.warranty . number.available.when.calling.for.service . For The Period Of: Mabe Will Replace: One Year.