GE XL44 Series, Owner'S Manual & Installation Instructions

Page 1: ...Storage Drawer 25 Installation Instructions 28 41 Air Adjustment 38 39 Flame Size 10 36 39 Flooring Under the Range 31 Gas Conversion 41 Leveling 40 Preparation 28 31 Consumer Support Consumer Suppor...

Page 2: ...n 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 yo...

Page 3: ...ge out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outage on standing pilot models and poor air circulation Be sure all packing materials are removed from the range before ope...

Page 4: ...ects against foodborne illness Surface Cooking Always use the LITE position on electric ignition models or the HI position on standing pilot models when igniting the top burners and make sure the burn...

Page 5: ...Do not use the oven for a storage area Items stored in the oven can ignite Keep the oven free from grease buildup Place the oven shelves in the desired position while the oven is cool Stand away from...

Page 6: ...6 FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE Features and appearance vary MASK FOR SHELVES 10 8 16 18 17 19 20 1 3 4 5 6 7 9 11 12 13 14 15 2...

Page 7: ...upports Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the 5 12 13 Baking Roasting and Broiling sections 17 19 20 13 Air Vent in Oven Door Located at top of the oven door 4 14 Broiler Drawer Storage Dra...

Page 8: ...er is turned to LITE 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 cook...

Page 9: ...tove top grills on your sealed gas burners If you use the stove top grill on the sealed gas burner it will cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowa...

Page 10: ...ay vary To Change or Cancel the Timer Setting Display Clock While Timer Is Operating To Set the Clock NOTE When you first plug in the range or after a power failure the entire Clock Timer display will...

Page 11: ...ven burner shuts off and cannot be re lit until power is restored This is because the flow of gas is automatically stopped and will not resume when power is restored until the glow bar has reached ope...

Page 12: ...at the rear of the cooktop See the Features section Do not block these openings when cooking in the oven it is important that the flow of hot air from the oven and fresh air to the oven burners be uni...

Page 13: ...Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe Cook longer if necessary 3 Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to OFF and then remove food Oven Shelves Arrange the oven shelf or shelves in the desired locat...

Page 14: ...ven Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven Allow 1 to 11 2 inch space between pans as well as from the back of the oven the door and the sides If you need to use two shelves stagger...

Page 15: ...n 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 smoot...

Page 16: ...a click for each notch you move the knob To lower the temperature move the top screw toward the left Each click will change the oven temperature approximately 10 F Range is plus or minus 60 F from the...

Page 17: ...lbs and at R position for larger roasts 2 Check the weight of the roast Place the meat fat side up or the poultry breast side up on the roasting grid in a shallow pan The melting fat will baste the m...

Page 18: ...asts under 5 pounds more time for larger roasts Make sure poultry is thawed before roasting Unthawed poultry often does not cook evenly Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked successfully withou...

Page 19: ...erior browning of the food but also increases spattering and the possibility of fats and meat juices igniting 5 Close the oven and broiler compartment door 6 Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to BROIL 7 Turn...

Page 20: ...ke Well Done 1 2 to 3 4 inch thick about same time Beef Steaks Rare 1 inch thick C 9 7 Steaks less than 1 inch thick will Medium 1 to 11 2 lbs C 12 5 6 cook through before browning Well Done B 13 8 9...

Page 21: ...surface burner in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water Soak the surface burner for 20 to 30 minutes For more stubborn stains use a cleanser like Soft Scrub brand or Bon Ami brand Rinse w...

Page 22: ...of the 4 needed locations NOTE Before removing the burner heads and caps remember their size and location Replace them in the same location after cleaning The electrode of the spark igniter is expose...

Page 23: ...en the surface has cooled wash and rinse For other spills such as fat spatterings etc wash with soap and water once the surface has cooled Then rinse and polish with a dry cloth Be careful when you cl...

Page 24: ...ater solution Metal parts can be cleaned with soap and water Do not use steel wool abrasives ammonia acids or commercial oven cleaners Dry with a soft cloth Removable Broiler Drawer on some models To...

Page 25: ...p and bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range under the kick panel storage drawer or broiler drawer depending on the model Vent appearance and location vary Oven Air Vents The storage d...

Page 26: ...e discoloration and should be wiped up immediately When surface is cool clean and rinse Do not use oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives such as steel wool pads on the outside of the door...

Page 27: ...ary before improvement in appearance is apparent Remember During the operation of the oven the door and other range surfaces will get hot enough to cause burns Do not touch Let the range cool before r...

Page 28: ...mproper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer servic...

Page 29: ...ing can withstand 180 F without shrinking warping or discoloring Do not install the range over carpeting unless a sheet of 1 4 thick plywood or similar insulator is placed between the range and carpet...

Page 30: ...binets MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES The vertical distance from the plane of the cooking surface to the bottom of adjacent overhead cabinets extending closer than 1 to the plane of the range sides...

Page 31: ...e screwdrivers Pencil and ruler Two pipe wrenches one for backup Open end or adjustable wrench Nut drivers or wrenches 3 16 and 1 4 ADDITIONAL MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED Gas line shut off valve Pipe joint...

Page 32: ...s supplied to the regulator must be between 4 and 13 of water column For LP gas the pressure supplied must be between 10 and 13 of water column When checking for proper operation of the regulator the...

Page 33: ...m the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve Manifold pipe Adapter Flex Connector 6 ft max Adapter Pressure regulato...

Page 34: ...ptacle DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD 3 CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS continued 1 Install a manual gas line shut off valve in the gas line in an eas...

Page 35: ...Locate disconnect plug on the range back 2 Pinch sides of connector and pull out of range back B Usage Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Infrequently An adapter may be used on...

Page 36: ...e pilot with a match No adjustments are required for natural gas If range is connected to LP gas contact the person who installed your range or made the conversion LIGHT THE PILOTS For Models Equipped...

Page 37: ...tural gas 4 Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to a setting above 200 F The pilot flame will increase in size and impinge on the temperature response element The oven burner will light in 30 90 seconds The ov...

Page 38: ...Grasp the oven bottom at finger slots on each side 3 Lift the rear of the oven bottom enough to clear the lip of the range frame then pull out ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS ON M...

Page 39: ...ep 8 if your range is equipped with a storage drawer To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly first remove the oven bottom To remove the oven bottom 1 Remove knurled screws holdin...

Page 40: ...ustry tip standards for all normal conditions The use of this device does not preclude tipping of the range when not properly installed If the Anti Tip device supplied with the range does not fit this...

Page 41: ...the pressure regulator Keep these instructions and the orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas For cement or concrete construction you will need a 1 4 x 11 2 lag bolt and a 1 2 O D s...

Page 42: ...42 NOTES...

Page 43: ...g BURNER FLAMES VERY If range is connected to LP gas contact the person who installed your range LARGE OR YELLOW or made the conversion SURFACE BURNERS The oven gas shut off valve may have accidentall...

Page 44: ...e Baking or Roasting section OR BAKE PROPERLY Shelf position is not correct Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used Oven thermostat needs adjustment See the Adjust the Oven Therm...

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Page 48: ...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 Cu...