GE 164D3333P159, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 TEMP RECALL Part No 164D3333P159 Pub No 49 8927 1 99 CG Coil Top and Radiant Top Models Electric Ranges Range...

Page 2: ...k you for buying our product We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home 2 Important Staple sales slip or cancelled check he...

Page 3: ...call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week If You Need Service Safety Information Anti Tip Device 4 Safety Precautions 5 7 Oven 8 Self Cleaning Oven 9 Surface Units 10 12...

Page 4: ...ge and injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING 4 WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electr...

Page 5: ...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 storage drawer or...

Page 6: ...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 tra...

Page 7: ...arbythesurfaceunits oranyinteriorareaof theoven allowsufficient timeforcoolingfirst Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop areas facing the cooktop oven vent opening surfaces near the opening cr...

Page 8: ...ing out the shelf to the stop lock is a convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls When using cooking or roasting bag...

Page 9: ...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...

Page 10: ...by surface units Always turn the surface units off before removing cookware When flaming foods under the hood turn the fan on Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat be...

Page 11: ...ed Do not operate the radiant surface units if the glass is broken Spillovers or cleaning solution may penetrate a broken cooktop and create a risk of electrical shock Contact a qualified technician i...

Page 12: ...er Be sure the drip pans and the vent duct are not covered and are in place Their absence during cooking could damage range parts and wiring Do not use aluminum foil to line the drip pans or anywhere...

Page 13: ...the control is keeping the power level you set Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF when you finish cooking appearance may vary Indicator Lights on radiant glass models only A HOT indicator light...

Page 14: ...fe to place hot cookware from the oven or surface on the glass surface when the surface is cool Even after the surface units are turned off the glass cooktop retains enough heat to continue cooking To...

Page 15: ...emoved as long as the cooktop is cleaned immediately However do not let these pots boil dry Overheated metal can bond to glass cooktops An overheated copper bottom pot will leave a residue that will p...

Page 16: ...ce unit will cause a build up of heat that will damage the porcelain cooktop Do not try to use such woks without the ring You could be seriously burned if the wok tipped over Use only flat bottomed wo...

Page 17: ...Timehasrunout TIMER ON OFF Pad Press this pad to select the timer feature AUTOMATIC OVEN Light This lights anytime the oven has been programmed HOUR and MIN Pads These pads allow you to set times up t...

Page 18: ...cleaning only Never force the latch handle You may damage the door lock PREHEATED Light Glows when the oven reaches your selected temperature Oven Temperature Knob Turn this knob to the setting you w...

Page 19: ...shelf stop locks on the support tilt up the front and push the shelf in The oven has 4 shelf positions A B C D How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the temperat...

Page 20: ...in the broiler pan Follow suggested shelf positions in the Broiling guide Turn the Oven Temperature knob to BROIL 3 2 1 Leave the door open to the broil stop position The door stays open by itself yet...

Page 21: ...5 Chicken 1 whole A 35 10 15 Reduce time about 5 to 10 2 to 21 2 lbs minutes per side for cut up split lengthwise chicken Brush each side with melted butter Broil skin side down first Lobster Tails 2...

Page 22: ...within a few seconds of releasing the pad To Reset the Timer If the display is still showing the time remaining you may change it by pressing the HOUR and MIN or SET TIME pads until the time you want...

Page 23: ...Using the HOUR and MIN pads enter the length of cooking time Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature Thedisplaywillshowthecookingtime remaining When theovenreaches thesettemperature...

Page 24: ...20 F cooler Replace the knob When you are adjusting the thermostat the following lights will flash indicating where the thermostat will be set when you release the adjustment button OVEN ON Indicates...

Page 25: ...MP knob Pointer Front of OVEN TEMP knob knob appearance may vary The type of margarine will affect baking performance Most recipes for baking have been developed using high fat products such as butter...

Page 26: ...ng oven However to help prevent heavy smoke caused by self cleaning the greasy soil in the pan you must first clean off the excess grease Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place and the oven l...

Page 27: ...a damp cloth after the oven cools If white spots remain remove them with a soap filled steel wool pad and rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture These deposits are usually a salt residue t...

Page 28: ...ter 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 a...

Page 29: ...es and front of the oven door Rinse well You may also use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door Do not let water drip into the vent openings Spillage of marinades fruit juices...

Page 30: ...er Replace bulb with a 40 watt household appliance bulb To replace the cover Place it into groove of the light receptacle Pull wire forward to the center of the cover until it snaps into place Connect...

Page 31: ...cleaner If the grid is chrome do not use an oven cleaner to clean it 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 rang...

Page 32: ...ream This helps protect the top and makes clean up easier Clean the surface with the cleaning cream after each use Rub a few drops less is better of the cleaning cream onto soiled area using a damp pa...

Page 33: ...scraper at a 30 angle to the cooktop Scrape the hot spill to a cool area outside the surface unit With the spill in a cool area use a dry paper towel to remove any excess Any spillover remaining shoul...

Page 34: ...ur fingers To lower the cooktop push the rods back and gently lower the cooktop until it rests in place Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips Custome...

Page 35: ...drip pan and into the receptacle Guide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly Do not immerse the surface units in liquids of any kind Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher Do not ben...

Page 36: ...ier cleaning To remove a knob pull it straight off the stem Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not soak Pull the knob straight off the stem Painted surfaces include the sides and the drawer front...

Page 37: ...AUTION FOR PERSONAL SAFETY DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR OPEN CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION This appliance must be supplied with the proper volt...

Page 38: ...ation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance If cabinet storage is installed reduce risk by installi...

Page 39: ...ion Effective January 1 1996 the National Electric Code requires that new construction not existing utilize a 4 conductor connection to an electric range When installing an electric range in new const...

Page 40: ...acket and twist until ring is removed Assemble the strain relief in the hole Insert the power cord through the strain relief and tighten Allow enough slack to easily attach the cord terminals to the c...

Page 41: ...nector block The power leads must be connected to the outside brass colored terminals Remove the 3 wire terminal screws from the connector block Insert screws through each power cord terminal ring and...

Page 42: ...st be connected to the frame of the range with the grounding plate and grounding screw Remove the 3 screws from the connector block Remove the grounding screw and strap from the connector block middle...

Page 43: ...NG Do not connect aluminum wire to the connector block Use copper building wire rated for the correct amperage and voltage to make 3 three 3 copper jumper wires Connect wire as per Step 6 or 7 dependi...

Page 44: ...roved for copper wire connection only If aluminum wire is used see note below NOTE ALUMINUM WIRING Do not connect aluminum wire to connector block Use copper building wire rated for the correct ampera...

Page 45: ...l Bracket Screw must enter wood or metal Wall plate Leveling the Range The range must be level Leveling feet are located at each corner of the base of the range Remove the storage drawer Using channel...

Page 46: ...ches Incorrect cleaning Use recommended may appear as methods being used cleaning procedures cracks or abrasions Cookware with rough Be sure cookware bottoms on radiant cooktop bottoms being used or a...

Page 47: ...to make sure the drip pan is the cooktop in the recess in the cooktop and that the opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle Oven All Models Oven light does not work Light bulb is loose Tighten...

Page 48: ...he BROIL position Door not open to the See the Using the broil stop position as oven section recommended Improper shelf position See the Broiling guide being used Food being cooked Use the broiling pa...

Page 49: ...nd timer section The display goes Power surge Disconnect power at the blank or indicator fuse box or circuit breaker lights come on for at least 10 seconds when range is Turn power on and power not in...

Page 50: ...en if only slightly from the locked position Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it will go Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF Allow the oven to cool for one hour Put the oven back...

Page 51: ...cle during cooking Temperature knob to OFF when you wanted Allow the oven to cool to bake roast Never force the door or broil latch handle Crackling or This is the sound of This is normal popping soun...

Page 52: ...to OFF want to cook Allow the oven to cool Never force the door latch handle Oven not clean Oven controls not See Using the self cleaning after a clean cycle properly set oven section Oven was heavil...

Page 53: ...Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information Notes 53...

Page 54: ...54 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Notes...

Page 55: ...arranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Improper installation Failure of the product if it is abused misus...

Page 56: ...dividuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cov...