Hotpoint Range RGA720 User Manual

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HOTPOINT

Safety

Owner’s Manual and

Instructions . . . . . 2–7, 22, 23, 24

Installation Instructions

Operating Instructions

Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10–16

Surface Burners . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9

RGA720

RGA724

Care and Cleaning

Broiler Compartment . . . . . . . .19

Broiler Pan and Grid . . . . . . . . 20

Burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Control Panel and Knobs . . . . .18

Grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Lift-Up Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Lift-Off Oven Door . . . . . . . . . . 20

Metal Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Oven Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Painted Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Removable Oven Bottom . . . . .19

Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Thermostat Adjustment . . . . . . .14

Installation Instructions . . 22–33

LP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . 34

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . Back Cover

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Write the model and serial numbers

here:

Model # ______________________

Serial # ________________________

You can find them on a label under the

cooktop. See the Lift-Up Cooktop section

in this manual for instructions on how to

lift the cooktop.

183D9542P002 49-85104 12-05 JR

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WARNING!

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California

to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm,

and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.

Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon

monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas

LP fuels. Properly adjusted burners, indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame, will minimize

incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with an open

window or using a ventilation fan or hood.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off if

necessary.

I Have your range installed and properly I Plug your range into a 120-volt

grounded by a qualified installer, in

accordance with the Installation

Instructions. Any adjustment and

service should be performed only by

qualified gas range installers or service

technicians.

grounded outlet only. Do not remove

the round grounding prong from the

plug. If in doubt about the grounding

of the home electrical system, it is your

personal responsibility and obligation

to have an ungrounded outlet replaced

with a properly grounded, three-prong

outlet in accordance with the National

Electrical Code. Do not use an

I Do not attempt to repair or replace any

part of your range unless it is

specifically recommended in this

manual. All other service should be

referred to a qualified technician.

extension cord with this appliance.

WARNING:

NEVER use this

appliance as a space heater to heat or

warm the room. Doing so may result

in carbon monoxide poisoning and

overheating of the oven.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

I Locate the range out of kitchen traffic

path and out of drafty locations to prevent

pilot outage (on standing pilot models)

and poor air circulation.

I Clean only parts listed in this Owner’s

Manual.

I Never wear loose fitting or hanging

garments while using the appliance. Be

careful when reaching for items stored in

cabinets over the range. Flammable

material could be ignited if brought in

contact with flame or hot oven surfaces

and may cause severe burns.

I Be sure all packaging materials are removed

from the range before operating it to

prevent fire or smoke damage should the

packaging material ignite.

I Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by

a qualified service technician or installer

for the type of gas (natural or LP) that is

to be used. Your range can be converted

for use with either type of gas. See the

Installation of the range section.

I Do not store flammable materials in an

oven, a range broiler or near a cooktop.

I Do not store or use combustible materials,

gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

WARNING:

These adjustments must

I Do not let cooking grease or other

flammable materials accumulate in or

near the range.

be made by a qualified service technician

in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions and all codes and requirements

of the authority having jurisdiction. Failure

to follow these instructions could result in

serious injury or property damage. The

qualified agency performing this work

assumes responsibility for the conversion.

I Do not use water on grease fires. Never

pick up a flaming pan. Turn the controls

off. Smother a flaming pan on a surface

burner by covering the pan completely

with a well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat

tray. Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or

foam-type fire extinguisher.

I Be careful when you clean the cooktop

because the area over the pilot (on

standing pilot models) will be hot.

I Flaming grease outside a pan can be put

out by covering it with baking soda or,

if available, by using a multi-purpose dry

chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

I After prolonged use of a range, high floor

temperatures may result and many floor

coverings will not withstand this kind of

use. Never install the range over vinyl tile

or linoleum that cannot withstand such

type of use. Never install it directly over

interior kitchen carpeting.

I Flame in the oven can be smothered

completely by closing the oven door and

turning the control to off or by using a

multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type

fire extinguisher.

I Do not leave children alone or unattended

where a range is hot or in operation. They

could be seriously burned.

I Let the burner grates and other surfaces

cool before touching them or leaving

them where children can reach them.

I Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or

hang on the oven door, broiler door or

cooktop. They could damage the range

and even tip it over, causing severe

personal injury.

I Never block the vents (air openings) of

the range. They provide the air inlet and

outlet that are necessary for the range to

operate properly with correct combustion.

Air openings are located at the rear of

the cooktop, at the top and bottom of the

oven door, and at the bottom of the range

under the broiler door.

CAUTION:

Items of interest to

children should not be stored in cabinets

above a range or on the backsplash of a

range—children climbing on the range

to reach items could be seriously injured.

I Large scratches or impacts to glass doors

can lead to broken or shattered glass.

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COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY…

Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry

to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects

against foodborne illness.

OVEN

Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven. The hot air and steam that escape

can cause burns to hands, face and eyes.

I Do not use the oven for a storage area.

I Do not use your oven to dry newspapers.

Items stored in the oven can ignite.

If overheated, they can catch fire.

I Keep the oven free from grease buildup.

I Use only glass cookware that is

recommended for use in gas ovens.

I Place the oven shelves in the desired

position while the oven is cool.

I Always remove the broiler pan from range

as soon as you finish broiling. Grease left

in the pan can catch fire if oven is used

without removing the grease from the

broiler pan.

I Pulling 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.

I When broiling, if meat is too close to the

flame, the fat may ignite. Trim excess fat to

prevent excessive flare-ups.

I Do not heat unopened food containers.

Pressure could build up and the container

could burst, causing an injury.

I Make sure the broiler pan is in place

correctly to reduce the possibility of

grease fires.

WARNING:

NEVER cover

I If you should have a grease fire in the

broiler pan, turn off the oven control, and

keep the broiler door and oven door

closed to contain fire until it burns out.

any slots, holes or passages in the oven

bottom or cover an entire rack with

materials such as aluminum foil. Doing

so blocks air flow through the oven and

may cause carbon monoxide poisoning.

Aluminum foil linings may also trap

heat, causing a fire hazard.

I For safety and proper cooking performance,

always bake and broil with the oven and

broiler doors closed.

I Never leave jars of fat drippings on or near

I When using cooking or roasting bags in

the oven, follow the manufacturer’s

directions.

your range.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

SURFACE BURNERS

Use proper pan size—avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat

bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. To avoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large

enough to contain the food properly. This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous

accumulations of food, since heavy spattering or spillovers left on range can ignite. Use pans with

handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool.

I Use the least possible amount of fat for

effective shallow or deep-fat frying. Filling

the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers

when food is added.

I 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 burners

have ignited.

I Do not flame foods on the cooktop. If you

do flame foods under the hood, turn the

fan on.

I Never leave the surface burners

unattended at high flame settings.

Boilovers cause smoking and greasy

spillovers that may catch on fire.

I Do not use a wok on the cooking surface

if the wok has a round metal ring that is

placed over the burner grate to support

the wok. This ring acts as a heat trap,

which may damage the burner grate and

burner head. Also, it may cause the burner

to work improperly. This may cause a

carbon monoxide level above that

allowed by current standards, resulting

in a health hazard.

I Adjust the top burner flame size so it

does not extend beyond the edge of the

cookware. Excessive flame is hazardous.

I Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp

pot holders on hot surfaces may result in

burns from steam. Do not let pot holders

come near open flames when lifting

cookware. Do not use a towel or other

bulky cloth in place of a pot holder.

I Foods for frying should be as dry as

possible. Frost on frozen foods or moisture

on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble

up and over the sides of the pan.

I When using glass cookware, make sure it

is designed for top-of-range cooking.

I To minimize the possibility of burns,

ignition of flammable materials and

spillage, turn cookware handles toward the

side or back of the range without

I Never try to move a pan of hot fat,

especially a deep fat fryer. Wait until the fat

is cool.

I Do not leave plastic items on the

cooktop—they may melt if left too close to

the vent.

extending over adjacent burners.

I Carefully watch foods being fried at a high

flame setting.

I Keep all plastics away from the surface

I Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats.

burners.

I Do not leave any items on the cooktop.

The hot air from the vent may ignite

flammable items and will increase pressure

in closed containers, which may cause

them to burst.

I To avoid the possibility of a burn, always be

certain that the controls for all burners are

at the OFF position and all grates are cool

before attempting to remove them.

I If range is located near a window, do not

hang long curtains that could blow over the

surface burners and create a fire hazard.

I If a combination of oils or fats will be used

in frying, stir together before heating or as

fats melt slowly.

I Always turn the surface burner controls off

I Use a deep fat thermometer whenever

possible to prevent overheating fat beyond

the smoking point.

before removing cookware.

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SURFACE BURNERS (cont.)

I When a pilot goes out (on standing pilot

models), you will detect a faint odor of gas

as your signal to relight the pilot. When

relighting the pilot, make sure burner

controls are in the off position, and follow

instructions in this book to relight.

I Do not place or store items that can melt

or catch fire on the grates, even when the

cooktop is not being used.

I Keep range clean and free of

accumulations of grease or spillovers,

which may ignite.

I If you smell gas, and you have already

made sure pilots are lit (on standing pilot

models), turn off the gas to the range and

call a qualified service technician. Never

use an open flame to locate a leak.

FLOORING UNDER THE RANGE

Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts. Any openings in the floor or wall

behind the range should be sealed. Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply

fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork.

Your range, like many other household items,

This will allow the range to be moved for

is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings cleaning or servicing. Also, make sure your

such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting. Use

care when moving the range on this type of

flooring. It is recommended that the following

simple and inexpensive instructions be

followed to protect your floor.

floor covering will withstand 180°F. (See the

Installation Safety Instructions section).

Make sure the wall coverings around your

range can withstand the heat generated (up to

200°F) by the range. (See the Installation

Safety Instructions section).

The range should be installed on a sheet of

plywood (or similar material). When the floor

covering ends at the front of the range, the

area that the range will rest on should be built

up with plywood to the same level or higher

than the floor covering.

LEVELING THE RANGE

Leveling legs are located on each corner of

the base of the range. Your range must be

and check the levelness front to back and

side to side. Level the range by adjusting the

level in order to produce proper cooking and leveling legs or by placing shims under the

baking results. After it is in its final location,

place a level horizontally on any oven shelf

corners as needed.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Using the gas surface burners.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Surface Lighting Instructions for Electric Ignition Models

The surface burners on some models are lit by

electric ignition, eliminating the need for standing

pilot lights with constantly burning flames.

The electrode of the spark igniter is

exposed. When one burner 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 cookware.

In case of a power failure, you can light

the surface burners on your range with

a match. Hold a lit match to the burner,

then turn the knob to the LITE position.

Use extreme caution when lighting burners

this way.

Surface burners in use when an

electrical power failure occurs will

continue to operate normally.

Pilot port

Surface Lighting Instructions for Standing Pilot Models

The surface burners on these ranges have

standing pilots that must be lit initially.

To light them:

Be sure surface burner control

knobs are in the OFF position.

Lift the cooktop up and prop it

open with the prop rod provided

(see the Care and cleaning of the

range section).

Locate the 2 pilot ports and light

each of them with a match.

To avoid pilot outage, slowly lower

the cooktop after lighting the pilots.

Surface Burner Controls

The knobs that turn the surface burners on and

off are located on the control panel on the front

of the range. The two surface knobs on the left

control the left front and left rear burners. The

two surface knobs on the right control the right

front and right rear burners.

After Lighting a Burner

I Check to be sure the burner you

turned on is the one you want to use.

I Do not operate a burner for an

extended period of time without

cookware on the grate. The finish on

the grate may chip without cookware

to absorb the heat.

To Use a Surface Burner

Push the control knob in and turn it

to LITE (HI on pilot models). On

electric ignition models, you will

hear a little clicking noise—the

sound of the electric spark igniting

the burner.

I Be sure the burners and grates are

cool before you place your hand, a

pot holder, cleaning cloths or other

materials on them.

After the burner ignites, turn the

knob to adjust the flame size.

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How to Select Flame Size

Watch the flame, not the knob, as you reduce

heat. The flame size on a gas burner should

match the cookware you are using.

For safe handling of cookware, never let the

flame extend up the sides of the cookware.

Any flame larger than the bottom of the

cookware is wasted and only serves to

heat the handle.

Never let the flame extend up the

sides of the cookware.

Top of Range Cookware

Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is

recommended because it heats quickly

and evenly. Most foods brown evenly in

an aluminum skillet. Use saucepans with

tight-fitting lids when cooking with

minimum amounts of water.

Heatproof Glass Ceramic: Can be used

for either surface or oven cooking. It

conducts heat very slowly and cools very

slowly. Check cookware manufacturer’s

directions to be sure it can be used on

gas ranges.

Cast-iron: If heated slowly, most skillets

Stainless Steel: This metal alone has

poor heating properties and is usually

combined with copper, aluminum

or other metals for improved heat

distribution. Combination metal skillets

usually work satisfactorily if they are used

with medium heat as the manufacturer

recommends.

will give satisfactory results.

Enamelware: Under some conditions,

the enamel of some cookware may

melt. Follow cookware manufacturer’s

recommendations for cooking methods.

Glass: There are 2 types of glass

cookware—those for oven use only

and those for top-of-range cooking

(saucepans, coffee and teapots).

Glass conducts heat very slowly.

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Using the oven.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Oven Control

OVEN TEMP

Your oven is controlled by an OVEN TEMP knob.

It can take up to 90 seconds before the flame

comes on.

After the oven reaches the selected

temperature, the oven burner maintains

the selected temperature.

Oven Lighting Instructions for Standing Pilot Models

Find the oven pilot port at the back

of the oven.

The standing oven pilot must be lit initially.

To light the oven pilot:

To light the oven pilot, push in

and hold the OVEN TEMP knob while

lighting the pilot with a long match

or match in a match holder. Once

the oven pilot is lit, continue holding

the OVEN TEMP knob in for one

minute before releasing.

Be sure the OVEN TEMP knob is in

the OFF position.

Open the oven door and

remove the oven bottom. See the

Removable Oven Bottom section in

Care and Cleaning.

Power Outage—Standing Pilot Models

An electrical power failure will not affect

the standing oven pilot.

Power Outage—Electric Ignition Models

If the oven is in use when a power failure

occurs, the oven 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 operating

temperature.

CAUTION: Do not make any attempt to

operate the electric ignition oven during an

electric power failure. The oven or broiler

cannot be lit during a power failure. Gas

will not flow unless the glow bar is hot.

Oven Shelves

Bump

The shelves are designed with stop-locks

so when placed correctly on the shelf

supports, they will stop before coming

completely out of the oven and will not

tilt when you are removing food from

them or placing food on them.

To remove the shelves from the oven, pull

them toward you, tilt front end upward

and pull them out.

To replace, place shelf on shelf support

with stop-locks (curved extension of

shelf) facing up and toward back of oven.

Tilt up front and push shelf toward back

of oven until it goes past the bump on

the shelf support. Then lower front of

shelf and push it all the way back.

When placing cookware on a shelf,

pull the shelf out to the bump on the

shelf support. Place the cookware on the

shelf, then slide the shelf back into the

oven. This will eliminate reaching into

the hot oven.

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Oven Shelf Positions

The oven has four shelf supports—

A (bottom), B, C and D (top).

Shelf positions for cooking are suggested

in the Using your oven for baking and

Using your oven for roasting sections.

The oven has 4 shelf positions.

Oven Vents

I The oven is vented through

duct openings at the front of the

backsplash.

I Handles of pots and pans on the

cooktop may become hot if left too

close to the vent.

I Do not block the opening when

cooking in the oven—it is important

that the flow of hot air from the oven

and fresh air to the oven burner be

uninterrupted.

I Metal items will become very hot if

they are left on the cooktop and could

cause burns.

I Do not leave any items on the cooktop.

The hot air from the vent may ignite

flammable items and will increase

pressure in closed containers, which

may cause them to burst.

I The vent openings and nearby surfaces

may become hot during baking and

broiling. Do not touch them.

I Do not leave plastic items on the

cooktop—they may melt if left too

close to the vent.

The type of margarine will affect baking performance!

Federal standards require products

Most recipes for baking have been developed

using high fat products such as butter or

margarine (80% fat). If you decrease the fat, the

recipe may not give the same results as with a

higher fat product.

labeled “margarine” to contain at least

80% fat by weight. Low fat spreads, on

the other hand, contain less fat and more

water. The high moisture content of

these spreads affects the texture and

flavor of baked goods. For best results

with your old favorite recipes, use

Recipe failure can result if cakes, pies,

pastries, cookies or candies are made

with low fat spreads. The lower the fat

content of a spread product, the more

noticeable these differences become.

margarine, butter or stick spreads

containing at least 70% vegetable oil.

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Using the oven for baking.

To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on.

How to Set the Oven For Baking

Close the oven door. Then turn the

OVEN TEMP knob to the desired

temperature.

Check the food for doneness at

the minimum time on the recipe.

Cook longer if necessary. Turn

the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and

remove the food.

Oven Shelves

Arrange the oven shelf or shelves in the

desired locations while the oven is cool.

The correct shelf position depends on

the kind of food and the browning

desired.

Type of Food

Angel food cake

Biscuits, muffins or cupcakes

Shelf Position

B or C

C or D

B or C

Place most foods in the middle of

the oven.

As a general rule, place most foods in

the middle of the oven, on either the

shelf position B or C. See the chart

for suggested shelf positions.

Brownies

Layer cakes

Bundt or pound cakes

Pies or pie shells

Frozen pies (on cookie sheet)

Casseroles

B or C

Preheating

To preheat, set the

oven at the correct

temperature—

selecting a higher

temperature does

not shorten the

preheat time.

Preheat the oven for 10 minutes if

the recipe calls for it. Preheat means

bringing the oven up to the specified

temperature before putting the food

in the oven.

Preheating is necessary for good results

when baking cakes, cookies, pastry and

breads. For most casseroles and roasts,

preheating is not necessary.

Baking Pans

I Dark, rough or dull pans absorb heat

resulting in a browner, crisper crust.

Use this type for pies.

Use the proper baking pan. The type of finish on

the pan determines the amount of browning that

will occur.

I Glass baking dishes also absorb heat.

When baking in glass baking dishes,

lower the temperature by 25°F and use

the recommended cooking time in the

recipe. This is not necessary when

baking pies or casseroles.

I Shiny, bright and smooth pans reflect

heat, resulting in a lighter, more

delicate browning. Cakes and cookies

require this type of pan.

Pan Placement

For even cooking and proper browning,

there must be enough room for air

Pans should not touch each other or the

walls of the oven. Allow 1 to 1¹⁄²inch

circulation in the oven. Baking results will space between pans as well as from the

be better if baking pans are centered as

much as possible rather than being

placed to the front or to the back of

the oven.

back of the oven, the door and the sides.

If you need to use two shelves, stagger the

pans so one is not directly above the other.

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Flat cookie sheets (without sides)

produce better-looking cookies. Cookies

baked in a jelly roll pan (short sides all

Do not use a cookie sheet so large that it

touches the walls or the door of the oven.

Never entirely cover a shelf with a large

around) may have darker edges and pale cookie sheet.

or light browning may occur.

For best results, use only one cookie

sheet in the oven at a time.

Pies

For best results, bake pies in dark, rough

or dull pans to produce a browner,

crisper crust.

Frozen pies in foil pans should be placed on an

aluminum cookie sheet for baking since the shiny

foil pan reflects heat away from the pie crust; the

cookie sheet helps retain it.

Cakes

If baked in a pan smaller than

recommended, it may be undercooked

and batter may overflow.

When baking cakes, warped or bent pans will

cause uneven baking results and poorly shaped

products.

A cake baked in a pan larger than the

recipe recommends will usually be crisper,

thinner and drier than it should be.

Check the recipe to make sure the pan size used

is the one recommended.

Don’t Peek

Set the timer for the estimated cooking

time and do not open the door to look

at your food. Most recipes provide

minimum and maximum baking times

such as “bake 30–40 minutes.”

DO NOT open the door to check until the

minimum time. Opening the oven door frequently

during cooking allows heat to escape and makes

baking times longer. Your baking results may also

be affected.

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Using the oven for roasting.

Roasting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat or poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven. Roasting

temperatures, which should be low and steady, keep spattering to a minimum.

Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats. Roasting is easy; just follow these directions:

How to Set the Oven For Roasting

Place the shelf in the A or B

position. No preheating is necessary.

Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the

desired setting.

Check the weight of the meat. Place

it fat side up (or for poultry, breast-

side-up) on a roasting rack in a

shallow pan. The melting fat will

baste the meat. Select a pan as close

to the size of the meat as possible.

Line the pan with aluminum foil

when using the pan for marinating,

cooking with fruits, cooking heavily

cured meats or basting food during

cooking.

After roasting is complete, turn the

OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and then

remove the food from the oven.

Place the shelf in the A or B

position.

Adjust the oven thermostat—Easy to do yourself!

You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to

become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat

yourself.

Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven.

These thermometers may vary 20–40°F.

NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the broiling temperatures. The adjustment will be retained after a power failure.

OVEN TEMP

To Adjust the Thermostat with this Type of Knob

Each click will change the oven

temperature approximately 10°F.

(Range is plus or minus 60°F from

the arrow.) We suggest that you make

the adjustment one click from the

original setting and check oven

performance before making any

additional adjustments.

Pull the OVEN TEMP knob off the range

and look at the back side.

To make an adjustment, loosen

(approximately one turn), but do

not completely remove, the two

screws on the back of the knob.

Front of OVEN TEMP knob

(knob appearance may vary)

With the back of the knob facing

you, hold the outer edge of the knob

with one hand and turn the front of

the knob with the other hand.

After the adjustment is made, retighten

screws so they are snug, but be

careful not to overtighten.

To increase the oven temperature,

move the top screw toward the right.

You’ll hear a click for each notch you

move the knob.

Replace the knob, matching the flat

area of the knob to the shaft, and

check performance.

To decrease the oven temperature,

move the top screw toward the left.

Back of OVEN TEMP knob

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Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the food. Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled. Follow

these steps to keep spattering and smoking to a minimum.

Your range has a compartment below the oven for broiling. A specially designed broiler pan allows dripping fat to

drain away from the food.

Both the oven door and broiler compartment drawer should be closed during broiling.

How to Set Your Oven for Broiling

You can change the distance of the

food from the heat source by

positioning the broiler rack in

the broiler compartment:

–A (bottom of broiler

Close the oven door and broiler

compartment drawer.

Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to BROIL.

Turn most foods once during

cooking. Time foods for about one-

half the total cooking time, turn

food, then continue to cook to

preferred doneness.

compartment).

–B (center of broiler compartment).

–C (top of broiler compartment).

Most broiling should be done in

position A.

Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF.

Remove the broiler pan from the

broiler rack and serve the food

immediately. Leave the pan

Preheat the broiler for best results.

If the meat has fat or gristle

around the edge, cut vertical slashes

through it about 2 inches apart,

but don’t cut into the meat. We

recommend that you trim the fat to

prevent excessive smoking, leaving a

layer about 1/8 inch thick.

outside the range to cool.

Broiler Compartment

The broiler pan is held in place in the

broiler rack.

To replace the broiler pan:

Slide the broiler pan onto the rack

and push both the broiler pan and

the rack all the way into the broiler

compartment.

To remove the broiler pan:

Gently pull forward on the drop

down broiler door.

Close the broiler door.

Pull the broiler rack with pan

forward until the rack stops. Grasp

the broiler pan and remove it from

the broiler rack.

Use of Aluminum Foil

Aluminum foil may also be used to catch

a spillover. To do so, place a small sheet

of foil on a lower shelf several inches

below the food.

Never cover the oven bottom with

aluminum foil.

You can use aluminum foil to line your

broiler pan and broiler grid. However,

you must mold the foil tightly to the pan

and cut slits in the foil to open all slots

in the grid.

Never entirely cover a shelf with

aluminum foil. This will disturb the heat

circulation and result in poor baking.

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Broiling Guide

I The oven door and broiler compartment I When arranging food on pan, do not

drawer must be closed during broiling.

let fatty edges hang over the sides. The

fat drippings will soil the broiler

compartment.

I Always use the broiler pan that comes

with your range.

I Use tongs to turn the meat. Pierced

meat loses juices.

I If desired, marinate meats or chicken

before broiling. Or, brush with

barbecue sauce the last 5 to 10 minutes.

Amount or

Thickness

Shelf

Time In Minutes

Food

Position First Side Second Side Comments

Bacon

1/2 lb.

(about 8 thin slices)

3¹⁄2 min.

3 min.

Arrange in single layer

Ground Beef

1 lb. (4 patties)

1/2 to 3/4″ thick

11–12 min.

6–7 min.

Space evenly.

Beef Steaks

Medium

1 to 1¹⁄2 lbs.

B or C

12 min.

5–6 min.

Steaks less than 1″

thick cook through

before browning. Pan

frying is recommended.

Reduce time about 5

to 10 minutes per side

for cut-up chicken.

Brush each side with

melted butter. Broil

skin-side-down first.

Handle and turn very

carefully. Brush with

lemon butter before

and during cooking,

if desired. Preheat

broiler to increase

browning.

Chicken

Fish

1 whole

30–35 min.

25–30 min.

2 to 2¹⁄²lbs.,

split lengthwise

1 lb. fillets

1/4 to 1/2″ thick

5 min.

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Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.

Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these

directions carefully in caring for your range to assure safe and proper maintenance.

If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip

device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this

precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury.

How to Remove the Range for Cleaning and Servicing

Follow these steps to remove the range

for servicing or cleaning hard to reach

surfaces.

Reverse these steps to re-install the

range. If the gas line has been

disconnected, check for gas leaks

after re-connection. See the

Installation Instructions for the gas

lead test method.

Shut off the gas supply to the range.

Disconnect the electrical supply to

the range.

NOTE: A trained technician should make the gas

installation, disconnection and re-connection of the

gas supply to the appliance.

Disconnect the gas supply tubing to

the range.

Slide the range forward to free the

range foot from the Anti-Tip bracket.

See the Installation Instructions for

the location of the bracket.

Lift-Up Cooktop

Grasp the two front burner wells and lift

the cooktop up and prop it open with

the prop rod provided. Be careful of the

pilots when the cooktop is up.

Clean the area under the cooktop often. Built-up

soil, especially grease, may catch on fire.

To make cleaning easier, the cooktop

may be lifted up and propped open.

After cleaning underneath the cooktop

with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth,

hold the cooktop up, return the prop

rod to its storage position and lower the

cooktop until it snaps into position. Be

careful not to pinch your fingers.

Be sure all burners are turned off before

raising the cooktop. Then remove the

grates.

Burner Grates

Although they’re durable, the grates will

gradually lose their shine, regardless of

the best care you can give them. This is

due to their continual exposure to high

temperatures.

Grates should be washed regularly and after

spillovers. Wash them in hot, soapy water and

rinse with clean water.

After cleaning, dry thoroughly by putting

them in a warm oven for a few minutes.

Don’t put the grates back on the range

while they are wet. When replacing the

grates, be sure they’re positioned securely

over the burners.

Do not operate a burner for an extended

period of time without cookware on the

grate. The finish on the grate may chip

without cookware to absorb the heat.

To get rid of burned-on food, place the

grates in a covered container (or plastic

bag) with 1/4 cup ammonia to loosen

the soil. Then scrub with a soap-filled

scouring pad if necessary.

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Burners

The holes in the surface burners of your range

To remove burned-on food, soak the surface

burner in a solution of mild liquid

must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition

and an even, unhampered flame.

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

well to remove any traces of the cleanser

that might clog the surface burner

openings. Do not use steel wool because it

will clog the surface burner openings and

scratch the surface burners. If the holes

become clogged, clean them with a small

pin or sewing needle.

You should clean the surface burners

routinely, especially after bad spillovers,

which could clog these holes. Wipe off the

surface burners. If heavy spillover occurs,

remove the surface burners from the

range. The burners lift out for cleaning.

Lift up the cooktop and then lift out the

surface burners.

Clean these

holes

thoroughly on

each burner.

NOTE: A screw holds each of the burners in place

to keep them from wobbling around during

shipment. Remove and discard the shipping screw.

Before putting the surface burner back,

shake out excess water and then dry it

thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven

for 30 minutes. Then place it back in the

range, making sure it is properly seated

and level.

Control Panel and Knobs

It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel

after each use of the oven. Clean with

mild soap and water or vinegar and

water, rinse with clean water and polish

dry with a soft cloth.

The control knobs may be removed for easier

cleaning.

To remove the knob, pull it straight off

the stem. Wash the knobs in soap and

water or a vinegar and hot water

solution but do not soak.

Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong

liquid cleaners, plastic scouring pads or

oven cleaners on the control panel—they

will damage the finish. A 50/50 solution

of vinegar and hot water works well.

Oven Shelves and Broiler Rack

The shelves and broiler rack can be

cleaned by hand using soap and water or

with an abrasive cleaner. After cleaning,

rinse the shelves and broiler rack with

clean water and dry.

To remove heavy, burned-on soil, you

may use scouring pads. After scrubbing,

wash with soapy water, rinse and dry.

Metal Parts

Do not use steel wool, abrasives, ammonia

or commercial oven cleaners.

To safely clean surfaces: wash, rinse and

then dry with a soft cloth.

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Removable Oven Bottom

First remove the shelves from the oven.

The oven bottom lifts from the front.

To replace:

Grasp each side of the oven bottom

and guide its rear tabs into the slots

in the back of the oven.

To remove:

On models so equipped, remove

the knurled screw in the front of the

oven bottom.

Lower the oven bottom and pull it

forward until it is secure under the

front oven floor edge.

Knurled screw

(on some

models)

Grasp each side of the oven bottom

and push it back.

On models so equipped, replace the

knurled screw in the front of the

oven bottom.

Lift the front up and pull it out of

the oven.

NOTE: If the oven bottom is replaced incorrectly, it

may warp and cause undesirable baking results.

Cleaning the Oven Bottom

The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish.

To protect the oven bottom surface, place

a piece of aluminum foil slightly larger

than the baking dish on the shelf below

to catch any boilovers. It should not

completely cover the shelf as this

would cause uneven heat in the oven.

Aluminum foil should not be placed

on the oven bottom.

To make cleaning easier, protect the oven

bottom from excessive spillovers by

placing a cookie sheet on the shelf below

the shelf you are cooking on. This is

particularly important when baking a

fruit pie or other foods with high acid

content. Hot fruit fillings or foods that

are acidic in content, such as tomatoes

or sauerkraut, and sauces with vinegar

or lemon juice, may cause pitting and

damage to the porcelain enamel surface

and should be wiped up immediately.

If a spillover does occur on the oven

bottom, allow the oven to cool first. You

can clean the bottom with soap and

water, a mild abrasive cleanser, soap-filled

scouring pads or an oven cleaner

following package directions.

Broiler Compartment

The broiler pan is held in place in the

broiler rack.

To replace the broiler pan:

Slide the broiler pan onto the rack

and push both the broiler pan and

the rack all the way into the broiler

compartment.

To remove the broiler pan:

Gently pull forward on the drop

down broiler door.

Close the broiler door.

Pull the broiler rack with pan

forward until the rack stops. Grasp

the broiler pan and remove it from

the broiler rack.

If a spillover occurs in the broiler

compartment, allow the compartment to

cool first. You can clean the compartment

with soap and water, a mild abrasive

cleanser, soap-filled scouring pads or an

oven cleaner following package

directions.

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Broiler Pan and Grid

After broiling, remove the broiler pan

If food has burned on, sprinkle the grid

from the oven. Remove the grid from the with detergent while hot and cover with

pan. Carefully pour out grease from the

pan into a proper container. Wash and

rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot

water with a soap-filled or plastic

scouring pad.

wet paper towels or a dishcloth. Soaking

the pan will remove burned on foods.

Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid

anywhere in the range.

Lift-Off Oven Door

Slot

The oven door is removable, but it is

heavy. You may need help removing and

replacing the door.

TO CLEAN THE DOOR:

Inside of door:

I Soap and water will normally do the

job. Heavy spattering or spillovers may

require cleaning 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 on the surface.

They may cause a dull spot even

after cleaning.

Hinge

To remove the door:

lock

Open the door to the full open

position.

Pull the hinge locks up over the

hinge hooks on both sides. You may

need to use a flat-blade screwdriver

to lift hinge locks up.

Upper

hinge arm

Lower

hinge arm

Grasp the door firmly on each side,

lift slightly and pull it straight out

and away from the oven.

I If necessary, you may use an oven

cleaner. Follow package directions.

To replace the door:

Outside of door:

Firmly grasp both sides of the door

at the top.

I Use soap and water to thoroughly

clean the top, sides and front of the

oven. Rinse well.

Insert and seat the upper and lower

hinge arms into the oven slots.

I Spillage of marinades, fruit juices,

tomato sauces and basting materials

containing acids may cause

Push the hinge locks down from the

hinge hooks.

discoloration and should be wiped up

immediately. When surface is cool,

clean and rinse.

Close the oven door and make sure

it is working properly. If it is not

working properly, remove and

The gasket is designed with a gap

at the bottom to allow for proper

air circulation.

replace it following the above steps.

I Do not use oven cleaners, cleansing

powders or harsh abrasives on the

outside of the door.

Do not rub or clean the door gasket—

it has an extremely low resistance

to abrasion.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLOSE THE DOOR

UNTIL THIS STEP IS COMPLETE. THE

HINGE OR DOOR COULD BE DAMAGED.

If you notice the gasket becoming

worn, frayed or damaged in any way

or if it has become displaced on the

door, you should have it replaced.

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Porcelain Oven Interior

With proper care, the porcelain enamel

finish on the inside of the oven will stay

new-looking for years.

If necessary, you may use an oven cleaner.

Follow package directions.

Cautions about using spray-on oven

cleaners:

Let the range cool before cleaning.

We recommend that you wear rubber

gloves when cleaning the range.

I Do not spray on the electrical controls

and switches because it could cause

a short circuit and result in sparking

or fire.

Soap and water will normally do the job.

Heavy spattering or spillovers may

require cleaning 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

tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie

filling) to remain on the surface. They

may cause a dull spot even after cleaning.

I Do not allow a film from the cleaner to

build up on the temperature sensor—

it could cause the oven to heat

improperly. (The sensor is located at

the top of the oven.) Carefully wipe

the sensor clean after each oven

cleaning, being careful not to move

the sensor as a change in its position

could affect how the oven bakes.

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 and food.

I Do not spray any oven cleaner on the

outside of the oven door, handles or

any exterior surface of the oven, wood

or painted surfaces. The cleaner can

damage these surfaces.

Painted Surfaces

Painted surfaces include the sides,

control panel and door. Clean these with

soap and water or a vinegar and water

solution.

Do not use commercial oven cleaners, cleansing

powders, steel wool or harsh abrasives on any

painted surface.

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Installation

Range

Instructions

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IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF

MASSACHUSETTS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and

carefully.

• This product must be installed by

a licensed plumber or gas fitter.

Installation of this range must conform with

local codes, or in the absence of local codes,

with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI

Z223.1/NFPA.54, latest edition. In Canada,

installation must conform with the current

Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/CGA-

B149.1 or the current Propane Installation

Code, CAN/CGA-B149.2, and with local

codes where applicable. This range has

been design-certified by CSA International

according to ANSI Z21.1, latest edition

and Canadian Gas Association according

to CAN/CGA-1.1 latest edition.

• When using ball-type gas shut-off valves,

they shall be the T-handle type.

• A flexible gas connector, when used,

must not exceed 3 feet.

As with any appliance using gas and generating

heat, there are certain safety precautions you

should follow. You will find these precautions in

the Important Safety Information section in

the front of this manual. Read them carefully.

•

IMPORTANT — Save these

instructions for local inspector’s use.

•

IMPORTANT — Observe all

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer – Keep these

instructions for future reference.

• Note – This appliance must be properly

grounded.

• Servicer – The electrical diagram is in an

envelope attached to the back of the range.

• Skill Level – Installation of this appliance

requires basic mechanical skills.

• Proper installation is the responsibility of

the installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation

is not covered under the Warranty.

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Installation Instructions

FOR YOUR SAFETY

MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED

Do not store or use combustible materials,

gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance. If you smell gas:

• Gas line shut-off valve

• Pipe joint sealant or UL-approved pipe

thread tape with Teflon* that resists action

of natural and LP gases

Open windows.

• Flexible metal appliance connector (1/2″ I.D.)

A 5-foot length is recommended for ease of

installation but other lengths are acceptable.

Never use an old connector when installing

a new range.

• Flare union adapter for connection to gas

supply line (3/4″ or 1/2″ NPT x 1/2″ I.D.).

Don’t touch electrical switches.

Extinguish any open flame.

Immediately call your gas supplier.

• Flare union adapter for connection to

pressure regulator on range (1/2″ NPT x

1/2″ I.D.)

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

• Liquid leak detector or soapy water.

Phillips screwdriver

• Lag bolt or 1/2″ O.D. sleeve anchor (for

concrete floors only).

Open-end or

adjustable wrench

• Long matches and/or match holder (for

Flat-blade screwdriver

models equipped with standing pilots).

3/16″ or smaller

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

Pipe wrenches (2)

(one for backup)

Pencil and ruler

Level

Drill, awl or nail

5/16″ Nut driver

Pliers

PART INCLUDED

Anti-tip bracket kit

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• Avoid placing cabinets above the range.

WARNING!

To reduce the hazard caused by reaching

over the open flames of operating burners,

install a ventilation hood over the range

that projects forward at least 5″ beyond

the front of the cabinets.

INSTALLATION SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions completely and

carefully.

• The ventilating hood must be constructed

of sheet metal not less than 0.0122″ thick.

Install above the cooktop with a clearance

of not less than 1/4″ between the hood and

the underside of the combustible material

or metal cabinet. The hood must be at least

as wide as the appliance and centered

over the appliance. Clearance between the

cooking surface and the ventilation hood

surface MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN

24 INCHES.

Improper 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, service agency,

manufacturer (dealer) or the gas supplier.

Never reuse old flexible connectors. The use

of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks

and personal injury. Always use NEW flexible

connectors when installing a gas appliance.

EXCEPTION: Installation of a listed microwave

oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop

shall conform to the installation instructions

packed with that appliance.

IMPORTANT — Remove all packing

material and literature from oven before

connecting gas and electrical supply to range.

• If cabinets are placed above the range,

allow a minimum clearance of 30″ between

the cooking surface and the bottom of

unprotected cabinets.

CAUTION ^{— Do not attempt to operate}

the oven of this range during a power failure

(Electric Ignition models only).

• If a 30″ clearance between cooking surface

and overhead combustible material or metal

cabinets cannot be maintained, protect the

underside of the cabinets above the cooktop

with not less than 1/4″ insulating millboard

covered with sheet metal not less than

0.0122″ thick. Clearance between the

• Have your range installed by a qualified

installer.

• Your range must be electrically grounded

in accordance with local codes or, in the

absence of local codes, in accordance with

the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70,

latest edition). In Canada, electrical

cooking surface and protected cabinets

MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES.

grounding must be in accordance with the

current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code

Part 1 and/or local codes. See Electrical

Connections in this section.

• 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 must not

be less than 18″. (See the Dimensions and

Clearances illustration in this section.)

• Before installing your range on linoleum or

any other synthetic floor covering, make

sure the floor covering 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 carpeting.

^•CAUTION — Items of interest to

children should not be stored in cabinets

above a range or on the backsplash of a

range—children climbing on the range to

reach items could be seriously injured.

• Make sure the wall coverings around the

range can withstand heat generated by

the range up to 200°F.

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DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES

Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These

dimensions must be met for safe use of your range.

The range may be placed with 0″ clearance below cooktop and at the back wall.

Minimum to

cabinets on

either side

of range

13″

30″

Minimum

Minimum to wall

on either side of

range above 36″

height

18″

Maximum depth

for cabinets

above range top

36″

0″

To cabinets below

cooktop and at

the range back

26¹⁄2″ Depth with

door closed

(includes handle)

40¹⁄2″

36″

Models

20″ Wide

24″ Wide

20″

24″

20 ³⁄8″

24 ³⁄8″

2″

41″

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LOCATION

WARNING!

ANTI-TIP DEVICE

Do not locate the range where it may be

subject to strong drafts. Any openings in

the floor or wall behind the range should

be sealed. Make sure the openings around

the base of the range that supply fresh air

for combustion and ventilation are not

obstructed by carpeting or woodwork.

All ranges can tip and injury could

result.

To prevent accidental tipping of the

range, install the Anti-Tip device

packed with this range. (See Install

the Anti-Tip Device in this section.)

To check if the device is installed

and engaged properly, carefully

tip the range forward. The Anti-Tip

device should engage and prevent

the range from tipping over.

Your range, like many other household

items, is heavy and can settle into soft

floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or

carpeting. Use care when moving the range

on this type of flooring. It is recommended

that the following simple and inexpensive

instructions be followed to protect your floor.

If you pull the range out from the

wall for any reason, make sure the

Anti-Tip device is engaged when

you push the range back against

the wall.

The range should be installed on a sheet of

plywood (or similar material). When the floor

covering ends at the front of the range, the

area that the range will rest on should be

built up with plywood to the same level or

higher than the floor covering.

• For your safety, never use your range for

warming or heating the room. Your oven

and cooktop are not designed to heat

This will allow the range to be moved for

cleaning or servicing. Also, make sure your

floor covering will withstand 180°F. (See the

Installation Safety Instructions section.)

your kitchen. Top burners should not be

operated without cookware on the grate.

Such abuse could result in fire and damage

to your range and will void your warranty.

Make sure the wall coverings around your

range can withstand the heat generated (up

to 200°F) by the range. (See the Installation

Safety Instructions section.)

• Do not store or use combustible materials,

gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance. Explosions or fires could result.

• Do not use oven for a storage area. Items

stored in the oven can ignite.

MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

• Do not let cooking grease or other

flammable materials accumulate in or

near the range.

You can find them on a label under the

cooktop. See the Lift-Up Cooktop section in

this manual or instructions on how to lift the

cooktop.

IMPORTANT!

Remove all tape and packaging. Make sure

the burners are properly seated and level.

Lift up the cooktop and remove any packing

material under it.

Take the accessory pack out of the oven

and/or drawer.

Check to be sure that no range parts have

come loose during shipping.

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Installation Instructions

Never use an old connector when

PROVIDE ADEQUATE

GAS SUPPLY

Your range is designed to operate at a

pressure of 4″ of water column on natural

gas or, if designed for LP gas (propane or

butane), 10″ of water column.

Make sure you are supplying your range

with the type of gas for which it is

designed.

This range is convertible for use on

natural or propane gas. If you decide

to use this range on LP gas, conversion

must be made by a qualified LP installer

before attempting to operate the range

on that gas.

installing a new range. If the hard piping

method is used, you must carefully align

the pipe; the range cannot be moved

after the connection is made.

To prevent gas leaks, put pipe joint

compound on, or wrap pipe thread tape

with Teflon* around, all male (external)

pipe threads.

Install a manual gas line shut-off valve in

the gas line in an easily accessed location

outside of the range. Make sure everyone

operating the range knows where and how

to shut off the gas supply to the range.

Install male 1/2″ flare union adapter to

the 1/2″ NPT internal thread at inlet of

regulator. Use a backup wrench on the

regulator fitting to avoid damage.

For proper operation, the pressure of

natural gas 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 inlet pressure must be

at least 1″ greater than the operating

(manifold) pressure as given above.

Install male 1/2″ or 3/4″ flare union adapter

to the NPT internal thread of the manual

shut-off valve, taking care to back-up the

shut-off valve to keep it from turning.

Connect flexible metal appliance

connector to the adapter on the range.

Position range to permit connection at

the shut-off valve.

The pressure regulator located at the

inlet of the range manifold must remain

in the supply line regardless of whether

natural or LP gas is being used.

When all connections have been made,

make sure all range controls are in the

off position and turn on the main gas

supply valve. Use a liquid leak detector

at all joints and connections to check for

leaks in the system.

A flexible metal appliance connector used

to connect the range to the gas supply

line should have an I.D. of 1/2″ and be

5 feet in length for ease of installation.

In Canada, flexible connectors must be

single wall metal connectors no longer

than 6 feet in length.

WARNING — DO NOT USE A FLAME

TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.

When using test pressures greater than

1/2 psig to pressure test the gas supply

system of the residence, disconnect the

range and individual shut-off valve from

the gas supply piping. When using test

pressures of 1/2 psig or less to test the

gas supply system, simply isolate the

range from the gas supply system by

closing the individual shut-off valve.

CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS

Shut off the main gas supply valve

before disconnecting the old range and

leave it off until the new hookup has

been completed. Don’t forget to relight

the pilot on other gas appliances when

you turn the gas back on.

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

Because hard piping restricts movement of

the range, the use of a CSA International-

certified flexible metal appliance connector

is recommended unless local codes

require a hard-piped connection.

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Installation Instructions

RECOMMENDED GAS AND ELECTRIC SUPPLY LOCATION

NOTE: Recommended gas

hook-up locations behind

range. Gas fittings and shut-off

cock should NOT protrude

more than 2″ from the wall to

allow the range to fit against

the wall.

30″ Min.

13″

Max

1/4″

18″ Min.

B Minimum

distance to

walls above

the cooktop on

each side

12″

14″

36″

Models

20″ Wide

24″ Wide

20³⁄⁸″

24³⁄8″

2″

3″

2¹⁄²″

5¹⁄2″

8″

30″

3″

8″

Electrical

Connection

Area

Check local codes

before making

connections.

8″

5″

2″

Gas

Hookup

Area

FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR

HOOKUP (Example)

RIGID PIPE HOOKUP (Example)

Pressure

regulator

Pressure

regulator

Black iron

pipe 4¹⁄2”

Adapter

90° Elbow

Black iron

pipe

Flex connector

(4¹⁄2 ft. max.)

Nipple (may not

be needed)

Union

Adapter

Nipple

Gas shut-off valve

1/2″ or 3/4″ Gas pipe

Gas shut-off

valve

1/2″ or 3/4″ Gas pipe

Installer: Inform the

consumer of the location

of the gas shut-off valve.

Installer: Inform the consumer of the

location of the gas shut-off valve.

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Installation Instructions

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

(on electric ignition models)

SEAL THE OPENINGS

Seal any openings in the wall behind the

range and in the floor under the range

when hookups are completed.

Electrical Requirements

120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded

dedicated circuit protected by a 15-amp or

20-amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse.

Extension Cord Cautions

Because of potential safety hazards

LIGHT THE PILOTS

(For models equipped with standing

pilots. If the range is an electric ignition

model, the burners are ignited by electric

ignition which eliminates the need for

standing pilot lights.)

associated with certain conditions, we

strongly recommend against the use of an

extension cord. However, if you still elect

to use an extension cord, it is absolutely

necessary that it be a UL-listed, 3-wire

grounding-type appliance extension cord

and that the current carrying rating of the

cord in amperes be equivalent to, or

greater than, the branch circuit rating.

The range should be installed in its

permanent position before any pilots

are lit or adjusted.

Grounding

IMPORTANT—(Please read carefully)

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS

APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY

GROUNDED.

CAUTION — Make sure the surface

burner control knobs are in the OFF position

before attempting to light the pilots.

Light the Surface Burner Pilots

1. Lift the cooktop up and prop it open

with the prop rod provided (see the

Care and cleaning of the range

section).

Preferred Method

2. Locate the 2 pilot ports and light each

of them with a match.

Ensure proper ground

exists before use

Pilot port

The power cord of this appliance is

equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug

which mates with a standard 3-prong

grounding wall receptacle to minimize the

possibility of electric shock hazard from

this appliance.

3. To avoid pilot outage, use caution when

closing cooktop after lighting pilots.

The customer should have the wall

receptacle and circuit checked by a

qualified electrician to make sure the

receptacle is properly grounded.

NOTE: Do not leave standing pilot lit in

a newly constructed or remodeled home

or apartment that will be unoccupied for

more than a month.

Where a standard 2-prong wall receptacle

is encountered, it is the personal

responsibility and obligation of the

customer to have it replaced with a

properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle.

Each pilot flame was adjusted at the

factory to be approximately 5/16″ tall.

A tinge of yellow appearing at the upper

tip is normal. If you find pilot adjustment

is necessary, follow instructions in Step B.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,

CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND)

PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.

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Installation Instructions

LIGHT THE PILOTS (cont.)

LIGHT THE OVEN PILOT

(on standing pilot models)

Be sure the OVEN TEMP knob is in the

OFF position.

Adjust the Surface Burner Pilots if

Necessary

1. Raise the cooktop.

Open the oven door and remove the

oven bottom. See the Removable Oven

Bottom section in Care and Cleaning.

2. Use a small flat-bladed screwdriver

to turn the adjusting screw (accessed

through a hole in the front right side of

the burner box).

Find the oven pilot port at the back of

the oven.

Pilot

adjustment

To light the oven pilot, push in

and hold the OVEN TEMP knob while

lighting the pilot with a long match or

match in a match holder. Once the oven

pilot is lit, continue holding the OVEN

TEMP knob in for one minute before

releasing.

CAUTION ^{— Make sure the surface}

burner control knobs are in the OFF position

before attempting to adjust the pilots.

3. Observe lit burners. Compare the

flames to pictures in the Before you

call for service section. If any flame is

unsatisfactory, call for service.

4. To avoid pilot outage, slowly lower the

cooktop after lighting the pilots.

IF THE RANGE HAS ELECTRIC

IGNITION

There are separate ignition devices for

the left and right hand surface burners.

Both of these ignitors are ON when any

knob is turned to the LITE setting. The

ignitors will spark as long as any of the

top burner knobs are at the LITE setting.

ADJUST THE OVEN BURNER AIR

SHUTTER IF NECESSARY

1/2″

1″

Blue flames

Natural gas

Bake/broil

burner

Inner cone

of flame

In the event of an electrical power

failure, the top burners can still be used.

To light a burner, hold a lit kitchen match

adjacent to the top burner to be used and

turn valve knob to LITE. USE EXTREME

CAUTION.

L.P. gas

For Natural Gas:

The oven burner flame should be a

clean, blue flame with distinct inner

cones approximately 1/2 inch long.

A soft, lazy flame with indistinct cones

means too much gas or not enough air.

A noisy lifting flame means too much air.

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Installation Instructions

ADJUST THE OVEN BURNER AIR

QUALITY OF FLAMES

SHUTTER IF NECESSARY (CONT.)

The combustion quality of burner flames

needs to be determined visually.

For LP Gas:

The flame should have approximately

1-inch blue cones. After 30 seconds of

burner operation, check for flames lifting

off the burner ports. If lifting is observed,

gradually reduce the air shutter opening

until flames are stabilized. Some yellow

tipping may be normal for LP gas.

(A) Yellow flames:

Further adjustment

required

(B) Yellow tips on outer

cones:

Normal for LP gas

If Adjustment is Necessary:

Loosen the lock screw located at the

top of the air shutter, then rotate the

air shutter to the correct setting and

retighten screw.

Normal for natural

gas

Loosen

If burner flames look like (A), further

adjustment is required. Normal burner

flames should look like (B) or (C), depending

on the type of gas you use.

lock

Air

shutter

screw

With LP gas, some yellow tipping on outer

cones is normal

REPLACE OVEN PARTS

After all adjustments are made, replace

the oven bottom, shelves and oven door.

Oven burner flame can be checked

as follows (without burner baffle in

place):

• To correct a yellow flame—Increase

size of air shutter opening.

• To correct a lifting, but distinct,

blue flame—Decrease size of air

shutter opening.

The air shutter should be set

approximately 2/3 open for natural

gas, and approximately full open for

LP gas.

The oven burner air shutter

adjustment is the same on ranges

with a gas pilot or electric ignition.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALL THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE

LEVEL THE RANGE

For proper cooking and baking, the

range must be leveled. Leveling legs are

located on each corner at the base of the

range.

—

WARNING

• Range must be secured with an

approved Anti-Tip device.

Install the oven shelves (see use and

care section for instructions). Put a

spirit level or a glass measuring cup

partially filled with water on one of

the oven shelves.

• Unless properly installed, the range could

be tipped by you or a child standing,

sitting or leaning on an open door.

• After installing the Anti-Tip device, verify

that it is in place by carefully attempting

to tilt the range forward.

• This range has been designed to meet all

recognized industry 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 application, use the

universal Anti-Tip device WB2X7909.

Turn the legs counterclockwise to

raise the range and counterclockwise

to lower the range. Adjust the

Mark the wall where the RIGHT EDGE

of the range is to be located. Be sure

to allow for the countertop overhang

if you intend to install the range next

to cabinets.

leveling legs until the range is level.

Anti-Tip

device

Slotted head

screw

Wallplate

Approx. 20°

After the range is level, slide the

range away from the wall so that the

Anti-Tip device can be installed.

Marked edge

of range

2¹⁄8″

Locate the outside edge of the device

2¹⁄8″ toward the center of the range from

the marked edge of the range.

Using the device as a template, mark the

position of the hole for the screw.

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Installation Instructions

WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE COMPLETED

INSTALL THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE

(cont.)

Make sure all controls are left in the OFF

position. Make sure the flow of combustion

and ventilation air to the range is unobstructed.

For wood construction, drill a pilot hole

at an angle of 20° from the horizontal.

A nail or awl may be used if a drill is not

available.

Mobile Home Installation:

Be sure the installation of this range in a

manufactured or mobile home conforms with

the Manufactured Home Construction and

Safety Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 [formerly the

Federal Standard for Mobile Home

Construction and Safety Title 24, H.U.D.

(Part 280)] or when such standards are not

applicable, the Standard for Manufactured

Home Installations 1984 (Manufactured

Home Sites Communities and Set-Ups),

ANSI A225.1-latest edition, or with local

codes. In Canada, mobile home installation

must be in accordance with the current

CAN/CSA Z240/MH Mobile Home Installation

Code.

Mount the Anti-Tip device with the screw

provided.

For cement or concrete construction,

you will need a 1/4″ x 1¹⁄2″ lag bolt and

a 1/2″ O.D. sleeve anchor, which are not

provided. Drill the recommended size

hole for the hardware.

Wallboard

Back of

range

Anti-Tip

device

Wood screw

Model and Serial Number Location:

The serial plate for your range is located under

the cooktop. See the Lift-Up Cooktop section in

this manual for instructions on how to lift the

cooktop. See the Lift-Up Cooktop section in this

manual for instructions on how to lift the

cooktop. In addition to the model and serial

numbers, it tells you the ratings of the burners

and type of fuel and pressure for which the

range was adjusted when it left the factory.

Install the sleeve anchor into the drilled

hole and then install the lag bolt through

the device. The bolts must be properly

tightened as recommended for the

hardware.

Slide the range against the wall,

and check for proper installation by

grasping the front edge of the cooktop

and carefully attempting to tilt the range

forward.

When ordering parts, always include the model

number and serial number to ensure proper

replacement parts. Parts may be obtained

through General Electric/Hotpoint Factory

Service Centers or General Electric/Hotpoint

authorized Customer Care^®servicers.

CONVERT TO LP GAS (or convert back

to natural gas from LP)

This range leaves the factory set for use

with natural gas. If you want to convert to

LP gas, the conversion must be performed

by a qualified LP gas installer.

The conversion instructions and LP orifices can

be found attached to the back of the range.

Keep these instructions and the orifices in

case you want to convert back to natural gas.

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Before you call for service…

Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

Oven temperature

too hot or too cold

Oven thermostat

needs adjustment.

• See the Adjust the oven thermostat–Do it yourself! section.

Top burners do not light

or do not burn evenly

The pilots are not lit.

(on standing pilot models)

• On models with standing pilots, lift the cooktop and

hold a lit match next to the pilot opening between the

front and rear burners.

Plug on range is not

completely inserted in

the electrical outlet.

• On models with electric ignition, make sure electrical

plug is plugged into a live, properly grounded outlet.

Burner holes on the side

or around the top of the

burner may be clogged.

• Remove the burners and clean them with a safety pin

or paper clip. Make sure you do not enlarge the holes.

Burners may not be fitted

correctly onto mounting

brackets.

• Remove the burners and reinstall them properly.

Burners have yellow or

yellow-tipped flames

The combustion quality of

burner flames needs to be

determined visually.

• Use the illustrations below to determine if your burner

flames are normal. If burner flames look like A, further

adjustment is required. Normal burner flames should

look like B or C, depending on the type of gas you use.

With LP gas, some yellow tipping on outer cones

is normal.

A–Yellow flames B–Yellow tips

C–Soft blue flames

Further adjustment on outer cones

Normal for natural

required

Normal for LP gas gas

Burner flames very

large or yellow

LP gas is improperly

connected.

• Check all steps in the Installation of the range

section.

Oven will

not work

The thermostat capillary

bulb must be clean and

unobstructed.

• Make sure the thermostat capillary bulb (located in the

upper portion of the oven) is in the correct position, not

touching oven sides and not coated with anything.

The oven vent is blocked.

• The oven vent, on the back of the range, must be unobstructed.

• See the Using the oven sections.

Oven control improperly set.

Incorrect cookware or

cookware of improper

size being used.

• See the Using the oven for baking or roasting section.

Oven bottom not securely

seated in position.

• See the Care and cleaning of the range section.

Pilot light is not lit

(on standing pilot models)

• See the Oven Lighting Instructions for Standing Pilot

Models section.

Strong odor

Improper air/gas ratio

in the oven.

• Adjust oven burner air shutter. See the Installation of

the range section.

This is temporary.

• An odor from the insulation around the oven liner is

normal for the first few times the oven is used.

Surface burners light

but oven does not

The oven gas shut-off valve

may have accidentally been

moved during cleaning or

moving.

• To check the oven gas shut-off valve on standard twin

burner models, raise cooktop and look for gas shut-off

lever at the extreme left rear corner. (Standing pilot

models do not have a gas shut-off valve on the regulator.)

Lever is shown closed.

PULL TO OPEN.

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Gas Range Warranty.

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule service,

on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES

(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number

available when calling for service.

For The Period Of: We Will Replace:

One Year

From the date of the

original purchase

Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

During this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor

and in-home service to replace the defective part.

What is Not Covered:

I Service trips to your home to teach you how to

use the product.

I Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

I Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.

I Damage to the product caused by accident, fire,

floods or acts of God.

I Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or

used for other than the intended purpose or used

commercially.

I Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible

defects with this appliance.

I Damage caused after delivery.

I Product not accessible to provide required service.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited

Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,

are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for

home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is

not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an

Authorized GE Service location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service

calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty

gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know

what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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Consumer Support.

GE Appliances Website

ge.com

Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day,

any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals,

order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You can also “Ask Our Team of Experts^™”

your questions, and so much more...

Schedule Service

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Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at

your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal

business hours.

Real Life Design Studio

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GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that can be used by

people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and

mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen

design ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call

800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).

Extended Warranties

ge.com

Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty

is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.

GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires.

Parts and Accessories

ge.com

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their

homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or

by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally

should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause

unsafe operation.

ge.com

If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details

including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations

GE Appliances, Appliance Park

Louisville, KY 40225

ge.com

enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise.

You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.

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