XL44TMSelf-Cleaning Gas RangeGE AppliancesUse and Care & Installation GuideSafety Instructions ... 2–5Anti-Tip Device...
10SURFACE COOKING(continued)Top-of-Range CookwareAluminum: Medium-weight cookware isrecommended because it heats quickly and evenly.Most foods brown e
DELAYOVEN ONCLEANSTOPTIMERBAKECLEANBROILLOCKONTIMERON/OFFSTOPTIMECOOKTIMEAUTO SELFCLEANBROILHI/LO BAKECLOCKHRCLEAROFFTIME–++OVENSurfa
OVEN CONTROL, CLOCK AND TIMERClock To Set the ClockThe clock must be set for the automatic oven timingfunctions to work properly. The time of day cann
13USING YOUR OVENBe sure you understand how to set the controls properly. Practice removingand replacing the shelves while the oven is cool. Read the
14USING YOUR OVEN(continued)The oven is vented through duct openings at the rearof the cooktop. See the Features section. Do not blockthese openings w
BAKINGDo not lock the oven door with the latch duringbaking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only.Your oven temperature is controlled using the la
Cookies Aluminum FoilWhen baking cookies, flat cookie sheets (withoutsides) produce better-looking cookies. Cookiesbaked in a jelly roll pan(short sid
17Don’t PeekSet the timer for the estimated cooking time and donot open the door to look at your food. Most recipesprovide minimum and maximum baking
18TIMED BAKING(continued)How to Set Delay Start and Automatic StopTo avoid possible burns, place the shelves in thecorrect position before you turn th
19Timed Baking Adjust the Oven ThermostatADJUST THE OVEN THERMOSTAT—DO IT YOURSELF!You may find that your new oven cooks differentlythan the one it re
2HELP US HELP YOU…Read this guide carefully.It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new range properly.Keep it handy for answers to your
1. Position the ovenat shelf (B) positionfor small size roast(3 to 5 lbs.) and at(R) position forlarger roasts.2. Check the weight of the meat. Place
21RoastingQ. Is it necessary to check for doneness with ameat thermometer?A. Checking the finished internal temperature at thecompletion of cooking ti
22BROILINGDo not lock the oven door with the latch duringbroiling. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. Broiling is cooking food by direct heat f
BroilingBROILING GUIDEThe oven door must be closed during broiling.• Always use the broiler pan and grid that comes withyour range. It is designed to
OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVENNormal Cleaning Time: 3 hoursBefore a Clean CycleWe recommend venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan o
25Operating the Self-Cleaning OvenHow to Set the Oven for Cleaning1. Follow the directions in the Before a Clean Cyclesection.2. Close the oven door a
26How to Delay Start of CleaningDelay Start is setting the oven timer to start the cleancycle automatically at a later time than the presenttime of da
27Operating the Self-Cleaning OvenQ. If my oven clock is not set to the correct time ofday, can I still self-clean my oven?A. If the clock is not set
CARE AND CLEANINGProper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficientand satisfactory service. Follow these directions careful
Care and CleaningOn models with standard twin burners, the cooktoplifts up for easy access.Turn all controls OFF before removing burnerparts and drip
3Important Safety InstructionsIMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE• The California Safe Drinking Water and ToxicEnforcement Act requires the Governor of California
CARE AND CLEANING(continued)Burner GratesLift out when cool. Grates should be washed regularlyand, of course, after spillovers. Wash them in hot,soapy
Care and CleaningLift-Off Oven DoorThe oven door is removable, but it is heavy. You may need helpremoving and replacing the door. To remove the door,
Oven Light Replacement (on some models )CARE AND CLEANING(continued)CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb,disconnect the electrical power to
Care and CleaningClean the area under the cooktop often. Built-up soil,especially grease, may catch on fire. To make cleaning easier, the cooktop may
34INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSFOR YOUR SAFETYIf you smell gas:1. Open windows.2. Don’t touch electrical switches.3. Extinguish any open flame.4. Immediat
35• If cabinets are placed above the range, allow aminimum clearance of 30″ between the cookingsurface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets.• If a 3
36INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS(continued)GENERAL• See Dimensions and Clearances in this sectionfor all rough-in and spacing dimensions. Thesedimensions m
37CONNECT THE RANGE TO GASShut off the main gas supply valve beforedisconnecting the old range and leave it off untilnew hook-up has been completed. D
38INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS(continued)Flexible Connector and Rigid Pipe Hookups forModels Equipped with Standard Twin BurnersCONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS
39ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (on some models) Electrical Requirements120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded branchcircuit protected by a 15-amp or 20-amp c
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS(continued)• CAUTION: ITEMS OF INTEREST TOCHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED INCABINETS ABOVE A RANGE OR ON THEBACKSPLASH OF A
40INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS(continued)Usage Situations where Appliance PowerCord will be Disconnected Frequently.Do not use an adapter plug in these s
CHECK IGNITION OF OVEN BURNERThe oven is designed to operate quietly andautomatically. To operate the oven, press theBAKE pad and then press the INCRE
To determine if the bottom burner flames areburning properly, remove the oven bottom.Flames should have approximately 1″blue conesand, if range is sup
432. Locate the outside edge of the device 21⁄8″toward the center of the range from the markededge of the range.3. Using the device as a template, mar
44CONVERTING TO LP GAS (Sealed Burner models only)or Converting Back to Natural Gas from LPHOW TO CONVERT A SEALED BURNER RANGEFOR USE WITH LP GAS OR
45CONVERTING TO LP GAS (Sealed Burner models only)or Converting Back to Natural Gas from LP(continued next page)Orifice Spuds for Converting to LP Gas
46CONVERTING TO LP GAS (Sealed Burner models only)or Converting Back to Natural Gas from LPCHECK FOR LEAKSWhen all connections have been made, make su
47CONVERTING TO LP GAS (Standard Twin Burner models only)or Converting Back to Natural Gas from LPHOW TO CONVERT A STANDARD TWINBURNER RANGE FOR USE W
CONVERTING TO LP GAS (Standard Twin Burner models only)or Converting Back to Natural Gas from LPCONVERT THE OVEN BURNER ORIFICESOven Burner1. Remove o
49CONVERTING TO LP GAS (Standard Twin Burner models only)or Converting Back to Natural Gas from LPADJUST THE SURFACE BURNER PILOTS(for Models Equipped
• When using glass cookware, make sure it isdesigned for top-of-range cooking.• If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying, stir together
50Standard Twin Burner ModelsLever shown closed.PUSH DOWNto open.QUESTIONS?USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVERPROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE“F—AND A NUMBER” • If the time
51The Problem SolverPROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSETOP BURNERS DO NOT • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live power outlet.LIGHT OR DO NOT• Burner h
52PROBLEM SOLVER(continued)PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSEOVEN CONTROL SIGNALS • This is reminding you to enter a bake temperature (see the Baking section).AFT
53The Problem SolverNOTES
55Consumer ServicesUpon request, GE will provideBraille controls for a variety of GEappliances, and a brochure toassist in planning a barrier-freekitc
WHAT IS COVEREDFULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTYFor one year from date of originalpurchase, we will provide, free ofcharge, parts and service labor inyour home t
6FEATURES OF YOUR RANGEFeatures and appearance may vary.MASK FOR SHELVESAUTOCLEANBAKEOVENBROIL DELAYOVEN ONCLEANSTOPTIMERBAKECLEANBROILLOCKO
7Features of Your RangeFeature Index See page(Not all models have all features. Appearance of features varies.)1 Air Intake (under storage drawer or
8HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARETO YOUR OLD ONE?Your new cooktop has gas burners. If you are used to cooking with induction or other electric surfaceuni
9SURFACE COOKINGSurface Burner ControlsThe knobs that turn the surface burners on and off arelocated on the control panel in front of the burners. The
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