GE CCGS986, Owner'S Manual

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USING THE RANGE:

 Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners 

/ Cookware

 / 

Cooking

 Modes

Cookware

Cookware Guidelines

The material, finish, and size of cookware affect baking 

performance.
Dark, coated and dull pans absorb heat more readily 

than light, shiny pans. Pans that absorb heat more 

readily can result in a browner, crisper, and thicker crust. 

If using dark and coated cookware check food earlier 

than minimum cook time. If undesirable results are 

obtained with this type of cookware consider reducing 

oven temperature by 25º F (14°C) next time.
Shiny pans can produce more evenly cooked baked 

goods such as cakes and cookies.

Glass and ceramic pans heat slowly but retain heat well. 

These types of pans work well for dishes such as pies 

and custards.
Air insulated pans heat slowly and can reduce bottom 

browning.
Keep cookware clean to promote even heating.
Stoneware heats slowly and retains heat well.  It is 

recommended to preheat this type of cookware if 

possible.  Additional cook time may be required.

CAUTION

Do not use any type of foil or oven liner to cover the oven bottom. These items can trap heat 

or melt, resulting in damage to the product and risk of shock, smoke or fire. Damage from improper use of 

these items is not covered by the product warranty. 

Foil may be used to catch spills by placing a sheet on a lower rack, several inches below the food. Do not use more 

foil than necessary and never entirely cover an oven rack with aluminum foil. Keep foil at least 1-1/2” (3.8 cm) from 

oven walls to prevent poor heat circulation.

Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners

Cooking Modes

Your new oven has a variety of cooking modes to help you get the best results. These modes are described below. 

Refer to the Cooking Guide section for rack position and other recommendations for specific modes and foods. 

Bake

The bake mode is for baking and roasting. When 

preparing baked goods such as cakes, cookies and 

pastries, always preheat the oven first. To use this 

mode press the 

Bake

 pad, enter a temperature with the 

number pads, and then press 

Start/Enter

.

Warm

Warm mode is designed to keep hot foods hot. Cover 

foods that need to remain moist and do not cover foods 

that should be crisp. Preheating is not required. Do 

not use warm to heat cold food It is recommended that 

food not be kept warm for more than 2 hours. Press the 

Warm 

pad and then press

 Start/Enter.

Some models may also have warming drawers. Three 

settings are available - use High for items such as 

stews, meats, and potatoes; use Medium for items such 

as casseroles and pizzas; use Low for items such as 

breads, waffles, and also for warming oven-safe dishes.

Broiling Modes

Always broil with the oven door/drawer closed. Monitor 

food closely while broiling. Use caution when broiling; 

placing food close to the broil element or burner 

increases smoking, spattering and the possibility of fats 

igniting. It is not necessary to preheat when using the 

Broil modes.

Broil Hi

The Broil High mode uses intense heat from the upper 

element or burner to sear foods. Use Broil High for 

thinner cuts of meat and/or when you would like to have 

a seared surface and rare interior. To use this mode 

press the 

Broil

 pad once and then press 

Start/Enter

.

Broil Lo

The Broil Low mode uses less intense heat from the 

upper element or burner to cook food thoroughly while 

also browning the surface. Use Broil Low for thicker cuts 

of meat and/or foods that you would like cooked all the 

way through. To use this mode press the 

Broil

 pad twice 

and then press 

Start/Enter

.