ZDP36N4RHSS - Cooker Monogram - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ZDP36N4RHSS Monogram

Stainless Steel Professional 30", 36" and 48" Dual Fuel Ranges

Natural Gas Models

ZDP48N4G

ZDP48N6R

ZDP48N6D

ZDP36N6

ZDP36N4R

ZDP36N4D

ZDP30N4

Liquid Propane Models

ZDP48L4G

ZDP48L6R

ZDP48L6D

ZDP36L6

ZDP36L4R

ZDP36L4D

ZDP30L4

Monogram.®

Introduction

Your new Monogram range makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen planning flexibility. Whether you chose it for its purity of design, assiduous attention to detail—or for both of these reasons—you'll find that your Monogram range's superior blend of form and function will delight you for years to come.

The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain your range properly.

If you have any other questions, visit our Website at: ge.com

Contents

Surface Cooking

Burners .....15, 16

Controls 14, 15, 19

Cookware ....17

Dual-Flame Burners .....16

Features 14

Griddle 20, 21

Grill 18-20

Oven

Aluminum Foil 8,9,24

Baking/Roasting 22-24

Broiling/Broiling Guide ..... 26, 27

Controls ..... 14, 22, 23, 26–28

Convection Cooking ..... 25, 26

Features 14

Proofing 23

Self-Cleaning Instructions .... 28, 29

Care and Cleaning

Backguards 36

Burner Caps 33

Burner Grates 33

Broiler Pan and Grid ..... 31

Companion Standard Clean .....29

Control Panel and Knobs .....30

Drip Trays, Liners

and Drain Tubes ....34

Griddle 35

Grill 36

Lift-Off Oven Door .....36

Oven Heating Elements .....30

Oven Light 31

Sealed Burner Assemblies ..... 32

Self-Clean Oven Racks 36

Stainless Steel 30

Consumer Services

Important Phone Numbers ..... 39

Model and Serial Number ..... 3, 14

Problem Solver....37, 38

Product Registration .....3, 43, 44

Safety Instructions ..... 2, 3, 4–13

Warranty 42

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.

- Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

- Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

- If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

— Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

Before using your range	Read this manual carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new range properly.Keep it handy for answers to your questions.	If you don't understand something or need more help, there is a list of toll-free consumer service numbers included in the back section of this manual.ORVisit our Website at: ge.com
Write down the model & serial numbers	You'll find them on a label located at the bottom of the oven, visible when the oven door is opened.These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card included in this manual.	Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:Model NumberSerial NumberUse these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your range.
If you received a damaged range	Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the range.
Save time & money	Before you request service, check the Problem Solver in the back of this manual.	It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.
If you need service	To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this manual.We're proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are the steps to follow for further help.FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased.In most cases, this will solve the problem.	NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:Manager, Customer RelationsGE AppliancesAppliance ParkLouisville, KY 40225

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

• 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 cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
• The fiberglass insulation in self-clean ovens gives off a very small amount of carbon monoxide during the cleaning cycle. Exposure can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood.

- Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.

Properly adjusted burners, indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame, will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When using your appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following:

• Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut-off valve and how to turn it off if necessary.
• Be sure all packing materials are removed from the range before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packing material ignite.
• After prolonged use of a range, high floor temperatures may result and many floor coverings will not withstand this kind of use. Never install the range over vinyl tile or linoleum that cannot withstand such use. Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting.
• Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations and areas with poor air circulation.

▲WARNING:

All ranges can tip and injury could result. To prevent accidental tipping of the range, attach it to the wall by installing the Anti-Tip device supplied.

To check if the device is installed and engaged properly, carefully tip the range forward. The Anti-Tip device should engage and prevent the range from tipping over.

If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason, make sure the device is properly engaged when you push the range back against the wall.

If it is not, there is a possible risk of the range tipping over and causing injury if you or a child stand, sit or lean on an open door.

Please refer to the Anti-Tip information in the installation instructions.

Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and injury.

AVIS IMPORTANT DE SÉCURITÉ

• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
• Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the provided installation instructions.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
• Before performing any service, DISCONNECT THE RANGE POWER SUPPLY AT THE HOUSEHOLD DISTRIBUTION PANEL BY REMOVING THE FUSE OR SWITCHING OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER.
• Do not leave children alone—children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where an appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
• Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the door, kick panel, drip tray handles, or cooktop. They could damage the range and even tip it over, causing severe personal injury.
• Do not store flammable materials in the oven or near the cooktop.
• Do not store plastic, flammable liquids or combustible materials on top of the optional high shelf.
• CAUTION: ITEMS OF INTEREST TO CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED IN CABINETS ABOVE A RANGE OR ON THE BACKSPLASH OF A RANGE—CHILDREN CLIMBING ON THE RANGE TO REACH ITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED.
• For your safety, never use your appliance for warming or heating the room.

• Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance. Be careful when reaching for items stored over the range. Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with surface burners, burner grates or oven heating elements and may cause severe burns.

• Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holders touch surface burners, burner grates or oven heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

• When surface cooking, do not touch the surface burners, burner grates, grill or griddle (on some models) or the surrounding areas.

When using the oven, do not touch the oven heating elements, the interior surface of the oven or the exterior area immediately surrounding the door or back trim.

These surfaces may be hot enough to burn.

During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact, the surface burners, grill or griddle (on some models), areas near the surface burners, or any interior area of the oven; allow sufficient time for cooling first.

Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop, areas facing the cooktop, oven vent opening, surfaces near the opening, crevices around the oven door, the drip tray handles directly above the oven door, metal trim parts above the door, or any backguard or high shelf surface.

The drip trays get hot when the oven is on. Do not remove the drip trays until they are cool.

CAUTION: The inside surface of the oven may be hot when the door is opened.

• Keep the ventilator hood and grease filters clean to maintain good venting and to avoid grease fires. Turn the ventilator OFF in case of fire or when intentionally “flaming” liquor or other spirits on the cooktop. The blower, if in operation, could spread the flames.
• DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air to the appliance. Be sure a fresh air supply is available.
• Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160^ and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180^ . Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.

PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ

- Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or, if available, by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

Flame in the oven can be smothered completely by closing the oven door and turning the oven off or by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

- DO NOT STORE OR USE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.

- Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range. Clean drip trays and liners after every use.

- If you smell gas, the installer has not done a proper job of checking for leaks. You can have a small leak and therefore a faint gas smell if the connections are not completely tight.

Finding a gas leak is NOT a do-it-yourself procedure. Some leaks can only be found with the burner control in the ON position and for your protection it must be done by a qualified service technician. Never use an open flame to locate a leak.

- If by some chance a burner goes out and gas escapes, open a window or a door to let the room air out. Do not attempt to use the appliance until the gas has had time to dissipate. Follow the instructions in "What to do if You Smell Gas" on page 2.

- Do not use aluminum foil to line any part of the oven or cooktop. Using a foil liner could result in a fire hazard or the obstruction of the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Foil is an excellent heat insulator and heat will be trapped underneath it. This trapped heat can upset the cooking performance and can damage the finish of the oven or the cooktop.

SURFACE COOKING

- Do not heat unopened food containers; a build-up of pressure may cause the container to burst.

- Set the burner control so that the flame heats only the bottom of the pan and does not extend beyond the bottom of the pan. Excessive flame is hazardous. The high BTU burners can easily melt cookware handles.

- Hold the handle of the pan, using a dry pot holder, to prevent movement of the utensil when stirring or turning food.

• Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats.

• Always use the LITE position when igniting the surface burners and make sure the burners have ignited.

- Never leave the surface burners unattended at high flame settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire. If the burner flames are smothered by a severe boilover which affects the ignitor, unburned gas will escape into the room.

- Do not let pot holders come near open flames when lifting cookware. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a pot holder.

- To minimize the possibility of burns, ignition of flammable materials and spillage, turn cookware handles toward the side or back of the range without extending over adjacent burners.

- 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 top and bottom of the oven door, in the front portion of the drip tray and at the bottom of the backguard.

PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ

• Always turn the surface burners to OFF before removing cookware.
- Carefully watch foods being fried at a high flame setting.
- Foods for frying should be as dry as possible. Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan.
- Use the least possible amount of fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying. Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added.
- Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point.
- Never try to move a pan of hot fat, especially a deep fat fryer. Wait until the fat is cool.
- When using glass cookware, make sure it is designed for top-of-range cooking.
- If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying, stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly.
- Do not leave any items on the cooktop. The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers, which may cause them to burst.
- Use proper pan size—avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to properly contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers and large enough to cover burner grate. This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food, since heavy spattering or spillovers left on the range can ignite. Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool.
- Keep all plastics away from the top burners.
- Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop—they may melt if left too close to the vent.

• To avoid the possibility of a burn, always be certain that the controls for all burners are at the OFF position and all grates are cool before attempting to remove them.
• Do not flame foods on the cooktop. If you do flame foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
• Grease is flammable. Let hot grease cool before attempting to handle it. Avoid letting grease deposits collect in the grill or the griddle drip trays. Clean these areas after each use.
• For proper lighting and performance of the cooktop burners, keep the burner ports clean. It may be necessary to clean these when there is a boilover or when the burner does not light, even though the electronic ignitors click.
• After cleaning, it is important to make sure the cap and burner port are properly aligned with the burner base. Incorrect alignment will produce poor burner performance. Never operate the burner without all burner parts in place.
• Clean the cooktop with caution. Avoid steam burns; do not use a wet sponge or cloth to clean the cooktop while it is hot. Some cleaners produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. Follow manufacturer's directions.
• Do not use the grill for cooking excessively fatty meats or products which promote flare-up.
• If range is located near a window, do not hang long curtains that could blow over the surface burners and create a fire hazard.
• Be sure all the range and/or cooktop controls are turned off and the appliance is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner or cooking spray on or around the appliance. The chemical that produces the spraying action could, in the presence of heat, ignite or cause metal parts to corrode.

CUISSON DE SURFACE

• Stand away from the range when opening the oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands, face and/or eyes.
• Never open door broil. Open door broiling is not permitted due to excessive control knob temperatures.
• Children in walkers, or children crawling, can be attracted to the round oven door handle and may grab and open the oven door. This can result in injury from the door being pulled open on a child, or severe burns if the oven is in use and hot.
• Do not heat unopened food containers. Pressure could build up and the container could burst, causing an injury.
• Keep the oven vent unobstructed.

• Keep the oven free from grease buildup.

• Place the oven rack in the desired position while the oven is cool. If racks must be handled when hot, do not let pot holder contact the heating elements.

• Slide the oven rack out to the stop position. This will provide additional clearance to hot oven walls and make it easier to lift out heavy or large dishes.
• When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven, follow the manufacturer's directions.
• Do not use your oven to dry newspapers. If overheated, they can catch on fire.
• Do not use oven for a storage area. Items stored in an oven can ignite.
• Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use.

SELF-CLEANING OVEN

• Do not clean the door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.

• Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven. Residue from oven cleaners will damage the inside of the oven when the self-clean cycle is used.

• Clean only parts listed in this Owner's Manual.

• Before self-cleaning the oven, remove the broiler pan and other cookware.
• Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before starting the self-cleaning operation.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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(Not all features are on all models. Appearance may vary.)

Companion Oven Rack

Main Oven Rack

Labeled diagram of a kitchen oven with numbered components for identification

ZDP48N4G ZDP48L4G

Feature Index Page
1 Companion Oven Crumb Catch Tray —
2 Halogen Oven Lights 31
3 Companion Oven Control Knob 22, 23, 26, 27
4 Cooktop Burner Control Knobs 15, 19
5 Companion Oven Controls 22, 23, 26, 27
6 Burner Assemblies 32
7 Backguard 36
8 Grill 18–20, 36
9 Drain Tubes 34
10 Griddle Flue Cover (Vent) 20
11 Griddle	20, 21, 35
12 Grill Control Knob	19, 30
13 Main Oven Controls	22, 26–28
14 Griddle Control Knob	21, 30
15 Oven Light Switch	—
16 Main Oven Control Knob	22, 26–28
17 Pull Out Drip Trays	18, 34
18 Broil Elements	30
19 Convection Fan	25
20 Bake Elements	30
21 Oven Back Guides	28
22 Oven Door Gasket	12, 13
23 Model and Serial Numbers (on the bottom of the oven opening, visible when the oven door is opened)	3, 14
24 Oven Door	26

ZDP30N4 ZDP30L4

ZDP36N4D ZDP36L4D

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ZDP48N4G ZDP48L4G

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Electronic ignition & automatic reignition

Your surface burners are equipped with electronic ignition which eliminates the need for a standing pilot light.

All igniters will spark and make clicking sounds when only one burner is being turned on. Do not touch any of the burners when igniters are clicking.

The burners on this range will automatically relight if the flame goes out. All burners will spark while any one burner is relighting.

Burners may spark if wind or a draft lifts the flame away from the flame sensor.

In case of a power outage, you can light the surface burners on your cooktop with a match. Hold a lighted match to the burner, then turn the knob to the HIGH position. Use extreme caution when lighting burners this way.

To light a burner

Push the control knob down and turn it counterclockwise to the LITE position.

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After the burner ignites, turn the knob in either direction to adjust the flame size.

To turn a burner off, turn the knob clockwise, as far as it will go, to the OFF position.

• All of the burners can be used for both general cooking and simmering.
• Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.
• For your convenience, the indicator lamp in the bezel for each knob verifies the burner is "ON".
• Be sure you turn the control knob to "OFF" when you finish cooking.

How to select flame size

Watch the flame, not the knob, as you increase or reduce heat.

The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using.

FOR SAFE HANDLING OF COOKWARE, NEVER LET THE FLAME EXTEND UP THE SIDES OF THE COOKWARE. Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware is wasted and only serves to heat the handle.

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NOTE: Use 10" or larger diameter cookware when using heat settings between HI and X-HI.

Dual-flame burners

All burners on the cooktop have two separate flames: a simmer (lower) flame and a main (upper) flame.

Simmering: Use simmer (SIM) to melt chocolate, hold delicate sauces or for other foods requiring low simmer heat.

Primary Cooking: Settings from LO to X-HI will use both the main and simmer flames. Use LO to HI for all purpose cooking. Use HI or X-HI (highest setting) with 10" or larger diameter cookware.

Simmering Simmer Flame

Primary Cooking Main Flame Simmer Flame

Cookware

Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is recommended because it heats quickly and evenly. Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet. Use saucepans with tight-fitting lids for cooking with minimum amounts of water.

Cast Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will give satisfactory results.

Enamelware: Under some conditions, the enamel of some cookware may melt. Follow cookware manufacturer's recommendations for cooking methods.

Glass: There are two types of glass cookware—those for oven use only and those for surface cooking (saucepans, coffee and teapots). Glass conductors heat very slowly.

Heatproof Glass-Ceramic: Can be used for either surface or oven cooking. It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly. Check cookware manufacturer's directions to be sure it can be used on gas cooktops.

Stainless Steel: This metal alone has poor heating properties, and is usually combined with copper, aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution. Combination metal skillets generally work satisfactorily if they are used at medium heat as the manufacturer recommends.

Wok cooking

All burner grates are designed to support wok cooking. For easy access and additional clearances to combustibles, we suggest using a front burner for wok cooking.

Lift out one burner grate at the front. Turn it over and replace in the grate frame. The wok side is contoured to support a wok with a round or bowl shaped bottom. This design eliminates the need for a wok ring and will accommodate most woks.

Check to be sure that your wok fits securely and is stable when placed on the wok grate.

CAUTION: Good wok stability is best achieved by using round-bottom woks. Flat-bottom woks are not recommended. Avoid using woks with extremely smooth, untextured, bottom surface finishes as these may allow undesired rocking of the wok in the grate cradle.

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Excessive grill flare-ups and flaming

Occasionally grease drippings ignite. These drippings will create minor puffs of flame for a second or two. This is normal when cooking on a barbecue. You may find it handy to have a spray bottle filled with water to lightly spray the flare-up.

If the flame becomes excessive, remove the food from the grill. Lower the heat setting. Replace the food when the flare-up subsides.

To prevent flare-ups from happening, trim the fat from around the edges of steaks and chops, use hamburger that is lean, remove the fat from poultry, etc.

When turning any kind of meat or poultry, the melting fat will drop onto the grill radiant and may create a flare-up. If this happens, use a long-handled spatula to move the food to another area.

Gourmet Radiant ^TM Tray

Flare ups are minimized because a Gourmet Radiant ^™ Tray, below the grille grate, directs grease down to the drip pan before it begins to burn.

Grill grates (on some models)

The two-piece cast stainless steel grill grates are reversible. Place the side with the two grooved tabs toward the back of the cooktop.

The grate will change color when subjected to the heat, and as oils cook onto the surface. This is normal and does not affect the cooking performance.

For best results, the grate should be seasoned before the first use. Seasoning will insure a stick-resistant cooking surface. If the grill has not been used for a period of time, it should be reseasoned.

To season the grill grate:

1 Clean the grate thoroughly with hot, soapy water to remove any manufacturing oils, etc.

2 Rinse with a mixture of 2 cups water and 1/2 cup white vinegar. Dry thoroughly.

3 Using a heavy cloth, rub vegetable oil over the entire surface of the rack. Do not use corn oil, as it can get sticky.

4 Place grate into the grill housing. Turn the burner on to a medium setting. Turn the burner off when the oil begins to smoke. Allow grates to cool.

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4.

The grill is now ready for use.

One side of the grates (side A) is ridged and should be used for foods where you want the fat to run off, such as steak or hamburger patties. The ridges are sloped so the fat runs toward the front of the grill, into a drain hole and down to a drip tray below.

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Side A Side B

The other side of the grate (side B) is designed for delicate foods that need more support while cooking, such as fish.

Food cooked on this side achieves the same flavor as food cooked on an outdoor grill. The intense heat from the grill radiant caramelizes the fats and juices that are brought to the surface of the food, giving it the barbecued flavor.

This gas grill may cook slightly faster than you are used to.

Using the grill (on some models)

Remove the cover before lighting the burner. The cover must be removed when using the grill.

Before starting to cook on the grill, be sure the drip tray and liners are in place and that you have the grill racks turned to the side you want for cooking.

Preheat the grill for 15 minutes with the control knob set on HI.

NOTE: The longer you preheat the grill, the darker the grill marks will be on your food.

During cooking it may be necessary to adjust the heat setting. The control knob may be set to any position between HI and LO.

For proper searing and browning the grill requires high heat.

With large pieces of meat or poultry you will need to turn the heat to a lower heat setting after the food has been seared. This lower heat setting will allow the food to cook through without burning the outside.

Marinades and barbecue sauce should be added toward the end of cooking time. The heat should be turned to low when sauces are added.

Do not leave the grill unattended while it is on.

When you are finished cooking, allow the grill and the drip trays to cool before cleaning them. They should be cleaned each time they are used.

Replace the grill cover.

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NOTE: The grill will take approximately 45 seconds to ignite. Unlike the surface burners, which use electric igniters, the grill uses a glow bar for ignition. It takes approximately 45 seconds for the glow bar to reach temperature. Gas is only supplied to the grill once the glow bar reaches temperature.

Gourmet Radiant™ Tray

Support Pins

Models equipped with a grill have a Gourmet Radiant™ Tray which distributes the heat from the burners evenly across the grill area.

The tray rests on pins at the front and the back of the grille opening. Be sure the tray is oriented to mate with front and rear support pins.

Grilling hints

• When turning the meat over, always use a spatula as it will not puncture the meat allowing the juices to run out. This will help to keep the meat juicy. Turn the meat only once, as juices are lost when the meat is repeatedly turned. Season or salt the meat after it has been cooked.
• Be sure to trim any excess fat from meat or poultry. To prevent steaks or chops from curling while they are being cooked, slit the fat around the edges at about 2" intervals. To test for doneness, make a small cut in the center of the meat.

- The doneness of meat is affected by the thickness of the cut. It is impossible to cook a thin piece of meat to a rare doneness. A steak should be at least 1"thick to have it turn out rare and juicy. The cooking time is affected by the temperature of the meat when you start to cook it, the size and shape of the cut and the kind of meat you are cooking. The degree of doneness desired also affects the time.

- The U. S. Department of Agriculture says, "Rare beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140^ means some food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June 1985.)

Before using the griddle (on some models)

Remove the cover before turning the griddle on.

The griddle is made from Type 304 stainless steel and highly polished to provide a smooth cooking surface. It is normal for it to darken with use as oils cook onto the surface to provide a stick-resistant base or “seasoning.”

The griddle is thermostatically controlled and cycles on and off to maintain the set temperature. A light will glow to indicate the griddle is on.

The griddle assembly should not be removed for cleaning.

Once the unit is in position, the rear center shipping screw can be removed. It is located beneath the griddle flue cover. Remove the flue cover by lifting it straight up. Be careful not to scratch the backguard during removal of the flue cover.

The two outer screws are leveling screws. Do not remove these two screws. They can be turned to level the griddle or to provide a forward slope to help grease and oils to drain away from the food being cooked. After using the griddle a few times you will be able to judge the slope best for the foods you are cooking and your personal preference.

When replacing the griddle flue cover, ensure that the cover slips to the outside of the front and back metal flanges of the fixed griddle assembly. This will ensure a tight fit of the flue cover.

Shipping screw Leveling screws Remove the center shipping screw. Leave the two outer leveling screws in place. Griddle flue cover

Seasoning the griddle

Before using the griddle for the first time, it must be seasoned.

If the griddle has not been used for a period of time, it should be reseasoned.

To season the griddle:

1 Clean the griddle thoroughly with hot, soapy water to remove any protective coating.
2 Rinse with a mixture of 1 quart water and 1 cup white vinegar. Dry thoroughly.
3 Pour 1 teaspoon vegetable oil into the center of the griddle. Do not use corn oil as it can get sticky. Rub the oil over the entire surface of the griddle using a heavy cloth.

4 Turn the control knob to a medium setting (350°F.). Turn the heat off when the oil begins to smoke. Allow the griddle to cool.
5 Repeat step 3. Be sure to cover the entire surface with the oil.
6 Repeat step 4. Allow the griddle to cool. Wipe the entire surface of the griddle using a heavy cloth. Apply a very thin layer of vegetable oil. The griddle is now ready to use.

Using the griddle

Before starting to cook on the griddle, be sure the drip tray and liners are in place. Select the cooking temperature and preheat for 15 minutes.

NOTE: When the griddle is properly seasoned, it can be used without any additional shortening. However, shortening can be used for flavor.

NOTE: The griddle will take approximately 45 seconds to ignite. Unlike the surface burners, which use electric igniters, the griddle uses a glow bar for ignition. It takes approximately 45 seconds for the glow bar to reach temperature. Gas is only supplied to the griddle once the glow bar reaches temperature.

Using the Ovens

Stainless Steel Range

Oven racks

To avoid possible burns, place the oven racks in the correct position before you turn the oven on.

The correct rack position depends on the kind of food and the browning desired.

The oven racks have stop-locks, so that when placed correctly on the supports, they will stop before coming completely out, and will not tilt. When placing and removing cookware, pull the rack out to the bump on the rack support.

To remove a rack, pull it toward you, tilt the front end up and pull it out.

To replace, place the end of the rack on the support, tilt up the front and push in.

The rack stop-lock prevents the rack from tilting or being pulled out of the oven.

To remove, pull rack out and lift up the front.

How to set the oven controls

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Oven Control

1 Select the desired oven mode by pushing one of the Mode Selector Buttons: BAKE, CONV, BROIL, or CLEAN.
2 Select the desired temperature by turning the Oven Thermostat Knob.
- The Oven light will glow and remain on until the OFF selector button has been pushed or the thermostat dial has been turned to the OFF (O) position.
- The Heating light will glow. The oven is preheated to the set temperature when the Heating light initially cycles off.
3 Turn the oven off by pushing the OFF Mode Selector Button.

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When roasting, use the B or C rack position.

How to set companion oven controls (48" ranges only)

1 Select the desired oven mode by pushing one of the Mode Selector Buttons: BAKE, BROIL or PROOF.

2 Select the desired oven temperature by turning the Oven Thermostat Knob.

- The Oven light will glow and remain on until the OFF selector button has been pushed or the thermostat dial has been turned to the OFF position.

- The oven is preheated to the set temperature when the HEATING light cycles off.

3 Turn the oven off by pushing the OFF Mode Selector Button.

OFF SAKE BROIL PRGOF OVEN HEATING Companion Oven Control

How to set companion oven control for proofing (48" ranges only)

The proofing feature maintains a warm, non-drafty environment useful for proofing yeast-leavened products.

1 Place the dough in a dish in the small oven.

2 Push in the PROOF selector button on the left hand side of the control panel above the thermostat dial.

- The OVEN light and oven interior light turn on.

- The HEATING light will not turn on.

- The thermostat dial does not affect the proof temperature.

3 Set a minute timer for the minimum proof time. When proofing is finished, push the OFF selector button.

- To avoid lowering the oven temperature and lengthening proofing time, do not open the oven door unnecessarily.

Proofing time may be decreased when you use the large oven at the same time you are proofing.

Check bread products early to avoid over-proofing.

NOTE: Do not use the proofing mode for warming food or keeping food hot. The proofing oven temperature is not hot enough to hold foods at safe temperatures (above 140^ F).

OFF BAKE BROIL PROOF OVEN HEATING Companion Oven Control

Using the Ovens

		Stainless Steel Range
Baking pans/sheets	Use the proper baking pan. The type of finish on the pan determines the amount of browning that will occur.• Dark, rough or dull pans absorb heat resulting in a browner, crisper crust. Use this type for pies.	• Shiny, bright and smooth pans reflect heat, resulting in a lighter, more delicate browning. Cakes and cookies require this type of pan or sheet.• Glass baking dishes also absorb heat. When baking in glass baking dishes, the temperature may need to be reduced by 25°F.
Pan placement	For even cooking and proper browning, there must be enough room for air circulation in the oven. Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered as much as possible rather than being placed to the front or to the back of the oven.Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven. Allow 1- to 11⁄2"space between pans, between pans and the oven door, and the back or sides of the oven.	If you use two racks, stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other. Check the food on the bottom rack sooner than the minimum time. The food on the lower rack may cook slightly faster than the food on the upper rack.
Preheating	Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. To preheat, set the oven at the correct temperature—selecting a higher temperature does not shorten preheat time.	Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes, cookies, pastry and breads.
Aluminum foil	Never entirely cover a rack with aluminum foil. This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking. A smaller sheet of foil may be used to catch a spillover by placing it on a lower rack several inches below the food.

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What is convection cooking?

In a convection oven, a fan circulates the heated air evenly, over and around the food. During convection cooking, both the broil element and the bake element are energized along with the convection fan. As a result, foods are evenly browned at lower temperatures and in less time.

• Preheating is not necessary for foods with a bake time over 15 minutes.
• Food is heated faster in a convection oven. When using the convection feature, many types of food can be cooked at lower temperatures than those suggested for regular ovens.
  • Good for large quantities of baked foods.
• Good results with cookies, biscuits, brownies, cream puffs, sweet rolls, angel food cake and bread.
• Ideal for baked foods cooked on two or three shelves. Because heated air is circulated evenly throughout the oven, foods can be baked with excellent results on two or three racks at the same time. Multi-rack baking may increase cook times slightly for some foods, but the overall result is time saved. Multi-rack baking provides very good results with cookies, biscuits and other quickbreads.
• Recipe books often give times and temperatures for cooking in traditional thermal ovens. Convection ovens make it possible to reduce the temperature by 25^ .
• Check foods for doneness at the minimum suggested cooking time.
• Some package instructions for frozen casseroles or main dishes have been developed using commercial convection ovens. For best results in this oven, preheat the oven and use the temperature on the package.

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Convection cookware

Before using your convection oven, check to see if your cookware leaves room for air circulation in the oven. If you are baking with several pans, leave space between them. Also, be sure the pans do not touch each other or the walls of the oven. Use the pan size recommended in the recipe.

When baking cookies, you will get the best results if you use a flat cookie sheet instead of a pan with low sides.

For recipes like oven-baked chicken, you should use a pan with low sides. Hot air cannot circulate well around food in a pan with high sides.

Metal and Glass

Any type of cookware will work in your convection oven. However, metal pans heat the fastest and are recommended for convection baking.

• Darkened or matte-finished pans will bake faster than shiny pans.
  • Glass or ceramic pans cook more slowly.

Paper and Plastic

Heat-resistant paper and plastic containers that are recommended for use in regular ovens can be used in convection ovens. Plastic cookware that is heat-resistant to temperatures of 400^ F can also be used.

How to set the ovens for broiling

OFF BAKE BROIL PROOF OVEN HEATING

Companion Oven (48"ranges only)

OFF BAKE CONV BROIL CLEAN OVEN HEATING DOOR LOCKED

Oven Control

1 If the meat has fat or gristle around the edge, cut vertical slashes through both about 2" apart. If desired, the fat may be trimmed, leaving a layer about 1/8" thick.
2 Place the meat or fish on the broiler grid in the broiler pan. Always use the grid so that any fat will drip into the broiler pan; otherwise the juices may become hot enough to catch on fire.
3 Position a shelf on the recommended shelf position as suggested in the Broiling Guide.
4 Close door. Your unit has been designed to broil with the door closed.
5 Push in the BROIL selector button on the side of the control panel above the oven you wish to use.

NOTE: A cooling fan will be activated when the BROIL selector button is pushed. This cooling fan cools the oven controls when broiling.

6 Turn the control knob below the selector button to BROIL. The broiler does not need to be preheated for most broiling. However, foods that cook quickly, such as thin strips of

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Open door brailing is not permitted due to excessive control knob temperature.

meat or fish may require a short preheating period of 2 to 3 minutes to allow the food surface to brown in the same time the food takes to be cooked throughout.

Turn the food only once during broiling. Time the foods for the first side according to the Broiling Guide.

7 When broiling is finished, push in the OFF selector button.

Broiling guide

The size, weight, thickness, starting temperature and your preference of doneness will affect broiling times. This guide is based on meats at refrigerator temperature.

† The U.S. Department of Agriculture says “Rare beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F means some food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June 1985.)

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Suggested shelf positions and cooking times are intended as general guidelines only. Experiment with these settings for specific foods and your personal preference.

Food Thickness Position Minutes Minutes
Bacon 1/2 lb. (about D 3-5 3-5 Arrange in single layer.8 thin slices)
Ground BeefWell Done	2 lbs. (8 patties)1/2 to 3/4" thick	C	10-13	7-10	Space evenly. Up to 8 patties take about the same time.
Beef SteaksRare†MediumWell Done	1" thick(1 to 11⁄2 lbs.)	CC	78-1020-25	76-9 cook through beforebrowning. Pan frying is recommended.	Steaks less than 1" thick through beforebrowning. Pan frying is recommended.
Rare†MediumWell Done	11⁄2" thick(2 to 21⁄2 lbs.)	CCB	101525	7-814-1620-25	Slash fat.
Chicken	1 whole(2 to 21⁄2 lbs.), split lengthwise	B	30-35	25-30	Reduce time about 5 to 10 minutes per side for cut-up chicken. Brush each side with melted butter. Broil skin-side-down first.
Bakery Products Bread (Toast)Toaster PastriesEnglish Muffins	2 to 4 slices1 pkg. (2)2 (split)	DDD	11⁄2-211⁄2-24-6	1/21/2	Space evenly. PlaceEnglish muffins cut-side-up and brush with butter, if desired.
Lobster Tails	2-4(6 to 8 oz. each)	C	14-18	Do notturn over.	Cut through back of shell. Spread open.Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time.
Fish	1-lb. fillets 1/4 to 1/2" thick	C	8-10	5-10	Handle and turn very carefully. Brush with lemon butter before and during cooking, if desired. Preheat broiler to increase browning.
Ham Slices(precooked)	1" thick	C	9	8-10	Increase time 5 to 10 minutes per side for 11⁄2" thick or home cured.
Pork ChopsWell Done	2 (1/2" thick)2 (1" thick),about 1 lb.	CCC	1515-20	10-1515-18	Slash fat.
Lamb ChopsMediumWell Done	2 (1" thick),10 to 12 oz.	CC12-15	8-108-10	4-7	Slash fat.
MediumWell Done	2 (11⁄2" thick), Cabout 1 lb.	10-13C	10-1217	12-14
Wieners,Sausages,Bratwurst	1-lb. pkg. (10)	C	6-8	1-4	If desired, split in half lengthwise; cut into 5 to 6" pieces.

*See illustration for description of shelf positions.

Before a clean cycle

NOTE: When the 27" oven is set for self-cleaning, only the surface burners may be used. The 12" oven, the griddle and/or the grill cannot be used.

For the first self-clean cycle, we recommend venting your kitchen with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood.

Remove the broiler pan, broiler grid, all cookware, probe and any aluminum foil from the oven—they cannot withstand the high cleaning temperatures.

NOTE: Your oven is equipped with gray porcelain-coated oven shelves. They may be left in the oven during the self-clean cycle.

Soil outside the gasket on the front frame of the range and on the door will need to be cleaned by hand. Clean these areas with hot water, soap-filled scouring pads or cleansers such as Soft Scrub ^® . Rinse well with clean water and dry.

Do not clean the gasket. The fiberglass material of the oven door gasket cannot withstand abrasion. It is essential for the gasket to remain intact. If you notice it becoming worn or frayed, replace it.

Wipe up any heavy spillovers on the oven bottom.

Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place and the oven light is off.

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Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom.

How to set oven for self-cleaning

The clean cycle takes about 5 hours plus about 30 minutes to cool down.

1 Push in the CLEAN selector button on the right hand side of the control panel above the thermostat dial.
2 Set the thermostat dial to CLEAN.

• Cooling blower turns on.
- The OVEN light and HEATING light turn on.
• The DOOR LOCKED light turns on.
- The blower and the OVEN light will turn off once the cycle has finished.
3 When cleaning has finished, push the OFF selector button.

The door latch will unlock automatically after the oven temperature falls below approx. 550^ F.

OFF SAKE CONV BROI CLEAN OVEN HEATING • • DOOR LOCKED

Oven Control

After a clean cycle

If white spots remain, remove them with warm sudsy water and rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture. These deposits are usually a salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle.

If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle, repeat the cycle.

You may notice some white ash in the oven. Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools.

If the shelves become hard to slide, apply a small amount of vegetable oil or cooking oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the oven shelves and racks with the paper towel.

Companion standard clean (48" ranges only)

With proper care, the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of the oven—top, bottom, sides, back and inside of the door—will stay new-looking for years.

Let the range cool before cleaning.

We recommend that you wear rubber gloves when cleaning the range.

Soap and water will normally do the job.

Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner. Soapy, wet metal pads may also be used. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (such as milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on the surface. They may cause a dull spot even after cleaning.

Household ammonia may make the cleaning job easier. Place 1/2 cup in a shallow glass or pottery container in a cold oven overnight. The ammonia fumes will help loosen the burned-on grease and food.

If necessary, you may use an oven cleaner. Follow the package directions.

Cautions about using spray-on oven cleaners:

- Do not spray on the electrical controls and switches because it could cause a short circuit and result in sparking or fire.

- Do not allow a film from the cleaner to build up on the temperature sensor—it could cause the oven to heat improperly. (The sensor is located on the left-hand side of the oven.) Carefully wipe the sensor clean after each oven cleaning, being careful not to move the sensor as a change in its position could affect how the oven bakes.

- Do not spray any oven cleaner on the oven door, handles or any exterior surface of the oven, cabinets or painted surfaces. The cleaner can damage these surfaces.

- Porcelain-coated oven racks may be placed in the 27" oven during self-clean.

		Stainless Steel Range
Control panel and knobs	Clean up spatters with a damp cloth. Remove heavier soil with warm, soapy water.Do not use abrasives of any kind on the control panel.The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning. To remove a knob, pull it straight off the stem. Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not soak.
Oven heating elements	Do not clean the bake elements or the broil elements. Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated.	The bake elements can be lifted gently to clean the oven floor. If spillovers, residue or ash accumulate around the bake elements, gently wipe around the element with warm water.
Stainless steel	Do not use a steel-wool pad; it will scratch the surface.To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. Always wipe the surface in the direction of the grain. Follow the cleaner instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface.	To inquire about purchasing stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish, or to find the location of a dealer nearest you, please call our toll-free number, 800.626.2002 or visit ge.com.

Oven light bulbs

NOTE: The glass cover should be removed only when the oven is completely cool. Wearing latex gloves may offer a better grip.

CAUTION: Before replacing the bulb, disconnect electrical power to the oven at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel.

Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely.

For your safety, do not touch a hot bulb with bare hands or a damp cloth.

1 Turn the glass cover counterclockwise 1/4 turn until the tabs of the glass cover clear the grooves of the socket.

2 Using gloves or a dry cloth, remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.

To replace:

1 Use a new 130-volt Halogen bulb, not to exceed 35 watts.

2 Using gloves or a dry cloth, remove the bulb from its packaging. Do not touch the bulb with bare fingers.

3 Push the bulb straight into the receptacle all the way.

4 Place the tabs of the glass cover into the grooves of the socket. Turn the glass cover clockwise 1/4 turn.

Receptacle Socket Bulb Tab Glass cover

Receptacle Use gloves or cloth

For improved lighting inside the oven, clean the glass cover frequently using a wet cloth. This should be done when the oven is completely cool.

5 Reconnect electrical power to the oven.

Broiler pan and grid

After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven. Remove the grid from the pan. Carefully pour out the grease from the pan into a proper container. Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad.

If food has burned on, sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth. Soaking the pan will remove burned-on foods.

The broiler pan may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner. The grid is chrome; do not use an oven cleaner to clean it.

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Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in the dishwasher.

Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range.

Sealed burner assemblies

Turn all controls OFF before removing the burner parts.

The burner grates, burner caps and burner ring sub-assemblies can be lifted off, making them easy to clean.

CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS IN PLACE.

MISE EN CAUSE : N'UTILISEZ PAS DE BRÛLEUR QUI N'A PAS TOUTES SES PIÈCES EN PLACE.

Slits Holes

Use a sewing needle, twist-tie and/or toothbrush to unclog the small holes and slits in the burner heads and burner rings.

For proper ignition, make sure the small holes in the burner rings are kept open. A sewing needle or wire twist-tie works well to unclog them.

The slits in the burner heads of your cooktop must be kept clean at all times for an even, unhampered flame.

You should clean the surface burner routinely, especially after bad spillovers, which could clog these openings.

To remove burned-on food, soak the burner heads and rings in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water for 20–30 minutes. For more stubborn stains, use a toothbrush.

Clean the burner bases in place on the cooktop.

To remove the burner parts:

1 Lift off the burner cap and burner head.
2 Remove the burner ring locking nut using a 1½" socket wrench, crescent wrench or channel-lock pliers.
3 Lift off the burner ring. Do not remove the burner bases.

Before putting the burner parts back, shake out excess water and then dry them thoroughly by setting them in a warm oven for 30 minutes.

To replace the burner parts:

Make sure all parts for the correct burner are firmly seated.

1 Align the locator pins on the burner ring into the labeled hole in the burner base. Seat in place.
2 Replace the burner ring locking nut and hand-tighten. Using the wrench or pliers, turn the nut 1/4 turn to secure it in place.
3 Align the locator pin in the burner head into the hole in the burner ring. Seat in place.
4 Replace the burner caps.

Electrode

The electrode of the spark ignitor is behind each burner. When one burner is turned to "ON" to light, all the burners spark. Do not attempt to disassemble

or clean around any burner while another burner is on. An electric shock may result, which could cause you to knock over hot cookware.

Burner Cap Burner Head (Brass) Locator Pin Burner Ring Locking Nut Burner Ring (Aluminum) Locator Pin Electrode Pin Slot Burner Base

NOTE: Locator pin fits into burner base pin slot.

High Output Burners

12 8 9 GE 6

To aid reassembly, each brass Burner Head is marked with a clock face. Replace the Burner Head with the arrow pointing to the rear of the cooktop (12 o'clock position).

Burner caps

Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the surface.

Lift off when cool. Wash burner caps in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. You may scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove burned-on food particles.

Dry them in a warm oven or with a cloth—don't reassemble them wet. Replace the burner caps.

Burner Cap

Burner grates

Cast-iron burner grates should be washed regularly and especially after spillovers.

Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. Dry the grates with a cloth—don't put them back on the cooktop wet.

To get rid of burned-on food, place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag. Add 1/4 cup ammonia and let them soak for 30 minutes. Wash, rinse well and dry.

The grates may also be cleaned in a dishwasher.

Although they are durable, the grates will gradually lose their shine, regardless of the best care you can give them. This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures.

Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate.

The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.

Grates Frame

Rubber Grate Feet

For stability, your grates have rubber feet on each leg. If any of these rubber feet should become damaged or lost, replace it with one of the extra rubber feet supplied with your range.

Drip trays, drip tray liners and drain tubes (on some models)

Located beneath the cooktop you will find a drip tray and liner(s). The drip trays and liners are made of stainless steel. The drip trays are on rollers so they are easy to remove and replace.

To remove the drip tray liner, pull the drip tray forward. If something has spilled into the tray, it should be cleaned up as soon as possible to prevent "baked on" food soil.

Grease from the griddle or the grill drains through the drain tubes into the tray and into the liner below.

Do not allow the grease to accumulate in the drip tray or liner as it can be a fire hazard. Clean the drip tray and liner as soon as they are cool. Clean with hot soapy water.

To remove the drip tray, pull it forward to stop, push in on the release tabs located on each side of the tray and continue to pull forward.

To clean the drain tube use a soapy bottle brush. A mild abrasive cleaner such as Bon-Ami ^® or Soft Scrub ^® can be used. For stubborn stains, use a soap-filled scouring pad or a harsh abrasive cleaner such as Comet ^® or Ajax ^® , rubbing lightly. Rinse all parts thoroughly.

Drain tubes Drip tray and liner

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Griddle

(on some models)

Thoroughly clean the griddle of grease and food particles, using a square-edged spatula, while it is still hot.

Wipe the griddle with a dry, heavy, coarse cloth to remove any remaining residue and food particles.

If desired, wash with hot soapy water, rinse and dry.

Once the griddle has cooled, rub the surface lightly with vegetable oil. Do not use corn oil or cooking sprays as they get sticky.

If the griddle is cleaned with anything other than a dry, heavy, coarse cloth, it will need to be reseasoned.

Never flood the hot griddle with cold water. This could cause the griddle to crack or warp.

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Grill (on some models)

Clean the grill immediately after cooking. Turn off the burner. To protect your hand from steam and heat, wear a barbecue mitt. Scrub the grill with a brass bristle barbecue brush, frequently rinsing in a bowl of water.

The steam created softens the food particles and assists the cleaning process. The food particles will drop into the liner and drip tray. Be sure to clean the drain tube, drip tray and liner after they have cooled.

Clean the Gourmet Radiant™ Tray with hot soapy water. Rinse and dry.

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Backguards and shelf

The backguards and shelf are made of stainless steel.

Do not use a steel-wool pad; it will scratch the surface.

Clean with hot soapy water. Rinse and dry.

If the panel and shelf have food soil remaining, try a general kitchen cleaner, such as Fantastik ^® , Simple Green ^® or Formula 409 ^® .

For hard to clean soil use a standard stainless steel cleaner such as Bon-Ami, Cameo or Bar Keepers Friend. Apply cleaner with a damp sponge, rinse thoroughly and dry. Always scrub lightly in the direction of the grain.

After cleaning, use a stainless steel polish such as Stainless Steel Magic ^® .

Lift-Off Oven Door

The oven door is removable for easier access to the light bulb and cleaning.

Do not lift the door by the handle.

To remove the door:

1 Fully open the door.
2 Each hinge has a hinge lock. Close the hinge latches down against the door frame.
3 Firmly grasp the door at the top sides.
4 Close the door to the near-vertical position.
5 Lift the door up and pull straight out.

To replace the door:

1 Firmly grasp the door at the top sides. This is critical.
2 Approach the range with the door angled in a vertical position.
3 Guide the hinges into the slots.
4 Push the door in firmly while opening.
5 Once in position, open the door completely. Push the hinge locks back in and toward the front frame.

Slot Hinge lock

Pull the hinge locks down to unlock.

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Questions? Before you call for service...

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

BURNERS DO NOT LIGHT OR SPARK RANDOMLY	Electrical plug is not plugged into a live power outlet.Gas not turned on.Burner parts not replaced correctly.Holes in the simmer rings or slits in the burner rings are clogged.Clogged orifice, or wet burners or electrodes.
BURNERS HAVEYELLOW OR YELLOW-TIPPED FLAMES	Burner parts not replaced correctly. A. Yellow flames: Call for service.B. Yellow tips on outer cones: Normal for LP gas.C. Soft blue flames: Normal for natural gas.If burner flames look like (A), call for service. Normal burner flames should look like (B) or (C), depending on the type of gas.
BURNER FLAMESVERY LARGE your range OR YELLOW	If cooktop is connected to LP gas, contact the person who installed or made the conversion.
BURNER CONTROL KNOB WILL NOT TURN direction. Similarly	When the knob is at the OFF position, it must be pushed in before it can be turned, and it can only be turned in a counterclockwise when the knob is in the LOW or X-HI positions, it must also be pushed in to change flame settings.
OVEN LIGHT • The light bulb is loose or defective. Tighten or replace the bulb.DOES NOT WORK	The switch operating light is broken. Call for service.
FOOD DOES NOT • The oven controls are improperly set. See the “How to set your oven BAKE OR ROAST for baking or roasting” section.PROPERLY	Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size being used.See the “How to set your oven for baking or roasting” section.Use a foil tent to slow down browning during roasting.
FOOD DOES NOT • The oven control is not set at BROIL. Push in the BROIL selector button for the oven you want to use.Improper shelf position being used. See the Broiling Guide.Cookware is not suited for broiling. Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range.Aluminum foil used on the broiling pan and grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended.In some areas the power (voltage) may be low. Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes. Broil for the longest period of time recommended in the Broiling Guide.

Questions? Before you call for service...

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

OVEN WILL NOT • Plug on the range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet.WORK	• A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.• The oven controls are not properly set.• The oven controls are set for cleaning. If necessary, allow the oven to cool then open the door.
OVEN WILL NOT • The controls are not properly set.SELF-CLEAN
48" MODELS: UNABLE TO USE THE COMPANION OVEN, be used. The companion oven, the griddle and/or the grill cannot GRIDDLE AND/OR GRILL WHEN SELF-CLEANING	• When the oven is set for cleaning, only the surface burners may be used. The companion oven, the griddle and/or the grill cannot be used.
“CRACKING” OR • This is normal. This is the sound of the metal heating and cooling “POPPING” SOUND during both the cooking and cleaning functions.DURING CLEANING
EXCESSIVE SMOKING • Excessive soil. Press the OFF selector button. Open the windows to OCCURS DURING red the room of smoke. Wait until the DOOR LOCKED light goes CLEANING off. Wipe up excess soil and reset the clean cycle.
STRONG ODOR FROM • An odor from the insulation around the inside of the oven is normal for the first few times the oven is used. This is temporary. SELF-CLEAN CYCLE
OVEN NOT CLEAN • The oven was heavily soiled. Clean up heavy spillovers before starting AFTER A CLEAN CYCLE the clean cycle. Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean again.• The oven controls are not properly set. See the Self-Cleaning section.

With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE, we will be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!

GE Answer Center®

In the USA: 800.626.2000

Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center® information service is available to help. Your call—and your question—will be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer Center® service is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

OR

Visit our Website at: ge.com In Canada, call 1.888.880.3030.

In-Home Repair Service

In the USA: 800.444.1845

In Canada: 1.888.880.3030

A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that's convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays). Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out—so most repairs can be handled in just one visit.

For Customers With Special Needs...

In the USA: 800.626.2000

SMILE CONTROL PAUGHT TRACTS OF ON WALL 10" FLUOREGENT FIXTURE THIS LIGHT CAN FOR AN INFLUORES ON WALL CABBAGE 10" SECTION A-A & SHALLOW DEPTA SPACE 1" WITH MEAS DIAM BAN SHOULD ALSO UNDERDOATED SCALE THY1"

GE offers a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility.

Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322) to request information or service.

Service Contracts

In the USA: 800.626.2224

In Canada: 1.888.880.3030

You can have the secure feeling that GE. Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you'll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract, you're assured of future service at today's prices.

Parts and Accessories

In the USA: 800.626.2002

In Canada: 1.888.880.3030

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home. The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts...and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.

User maintenance instructions contained in this manual cover procedures intended to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

Stainless Steel Range

YOUR MONOGRAM RANGE WARRANTY

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.

WHAT IS COVERED

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the range that fails because of a manufacturing defect.

LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY

For five years from the date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, replacement gas surface burners if they fail in normal household use. (The grill, griddle and oven burners are not included.) You pay for the service trip to your home and all service labor charges.

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

For the lifetime of the gray porcelain enamel oven racks, we will provide, free of charge, replacement racks if they fail in

normal household use. You pay for the service trip to your home and all service labor charges.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, D.C. In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician's travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care ^® servicers during normal working hours.

Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, in the U.S.A. call 800.444.1845. In Canada: 888.880.3030.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.

- Discoloration of the griddle plate or oven racks.

- Chipping of porcelain enamel grates or oven racks.

- Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

- Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.

- Damage after delivery.

- Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

- Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially.

- Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, gas, exhausting and other connecting facilities as described in the Installation Instructions provided with the product.

- Product not accessible to provide required service.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company, Louisville, KY 40225

Important Mail Today

Ownership Registration Consumer Product

GE Appliances

Place

1st Class

Letter

Stamp

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General Electric Company

Warranty Registration Department

P.O. Box 32150

Louisville, KY 40232-2150

Consumer Product Ownership Registration

Dear Customer:

Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer!

Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment:

Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification.

2

After completing this registration, write your model and serial numbers in this manual. You will need this information should you require service. The service number in the USA: 800.444.1845. In Canada: 1.888.880.3030.

3

Read your Owner's Manual carefully. It will help you operate your new appliance properly.

Important: To ensure that your product is registered, mail the separate product registration card. If the separate product registration card is missing, fold and mail the form below. No envelope is needed.

FOLD HERE

Consumer Product Ownership Registration

Product Model Serial Range

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* Please provide your e-mail address to receive, via e-mail, discounts, special offers and other important communications from GE Appliances (GEA). □ Check here if you do not want to receive communications from GEA's carefully selected partners. FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS. For more information about GEA's privacy and data usage policy, go to gc.com and click on "Privacy Policy" or call 800.626.2224

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