GE RB533, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...GE Appliances GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Part No 164D3333P092 Rev 1 Pub No 49 8853 2 1 98 CG JBS03 JBS07 JBS26 JBS27 JBC27 RB525 RB526 RB533 RB536 RB632 Owner s Manual Ranges Electric...

Page 2: ...That s important because your new range will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying our product We appreciate your p...

Page 3: ...roubleshooting Tips If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section Or you can always call the...

Page 4: ...child stand sit or lean on an open door Please refer to the Anti Tip device information in this manual Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and injury IMPORTANT SAFETY...

Page 5: ...e 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 s...

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: ...units the heating elements or the interior surface of the oven These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other f...

Page 8: ...he 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 bags in the oven follow t...

Page 9: ...e range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic earthenware or other glazed containers are suitable for cooktop service others may break because of the sudden change in temperature To minimize the p...

Page 10: ...of the pan Use little fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir...

Page 11: ...of woks with or without the ring in place can be dangerous Placing the ring over the surface unit will cause a build up of heat that will damage the porcelain cooktop Do not try to use such woks witho...

Page 12: ...allation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Clock and Timer Features TIMER ON OFF Press this pad to select the timer feature CLOCK Press this pad before setting the...

Page 13: ...eration the timer beeps 3 times followed by reminder beeps until the timer is cancelled To Reset the Timer If the display is still showing the time remaining you may change it by pressing the SET TIME...

Page 14: ...g or Roasting Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the temperature you desire Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe Cook longer if necessary Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF when cooking...

Page 15: ...Leave the door open to the broil stop position The door stays open by itself yet the proper temperature is maintained in the oven You can also use aluminum foil to line the broiler pan and broiler gr...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...s Replace the knob matching the flat area of the knob to the shaft 5 4 3 2 1 Back of OVEN TEMP knob Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Inform...

Page 18: ...oap and water but do not soak 18 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Pull the knob straight off the stem Oven vent location Oven V...

Page 19: ...ng 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...

Page 20: ...d a hand under the cover so it doesn t fall when released With fingers of the same hand firmly push back the wire cover holder Lift off the cover Do not remove any screws to remove the cover Replace b...

Page 21: ...be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner If the grid is grey enamel it can also be cleaned with an oven cleaner If the grid is chrome do not use an oven cleaner to clean it Both the broiler pan and...

Page 22: ...pinch your 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...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...eaving unsightly streaks that require hand cleaning Instead when spatter hits the porous finish it is dispersed and partially absorbed This spreading action increases the exposure of oven soil to heat...

Page 25: ...isibility may be reduced by operating the oven at 400 F Close the door and set the Oven Temperature knob to 400 F Time for at least 4 hours Repeated cycles may be necessary before improvement in appea...

Page 26: ...er 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 an...

Page 27: ...Need Electrical Requirements CAUTION 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...

Page 28: ...ce risk by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a min of 5 beyond the bottom of the cabinets Make sure the wall covering countertops and cabinets around the range can withstand heat gene...

Page 29: ...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 construction follow Steps 3 a...

Page 30: ...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 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...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 amperage and voltage to make 3 three 3 copper jumper wi...

Page 35: ...al 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 or kick panel depending on your model and using cha...

Page 36: ...securely in 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 The display goes Power surge Disconnect power at the blan...

Page 37: ...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 pan and in a hot pan grid tha...

Page 38: ...cal outlet A fuse in your home Replace fuse or reset may be blown or the circuit breaker circuit breaker tripped Oven controls See the Using the clock improperly set and timer section Oven door is The...

Page 39: ...d or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Incid...

Page 40: ...Contracts 800 626 2224 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions con...