GE JCGSS66 User manual

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Model #_________________
Serial # _________________
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front behind the range drawer.
OWNER’S MANUAL
RANGES
Single Oven Gas
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SAFETY INFORMATION........... 2
WARRANTY ........................ 7
ASSISTANCE / ACCESSORIES ... 8
USING THE COOKTOP
In Case of a Power Failure ...............10
Surface Burners ........................10
Griddle ................................12
USING THE OVEN
Oven Controls ..........................14
Oven Air Vents .........................15
Special Features ........................16
Sabbath Mode..........................17
Cooking Modes .........................18
Cookware Guidelines ....................18
Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners...........18
Oven Racks ............................19
Broil Drawer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Cooking Guide ........................20
CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning the Oven ......................21
Cleaning the Cooktop .................. 22
Cleaning the Door and Drawer........... 25
Maintenance .......................... 26
PRODUCT REGISTRATION....... 29
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS....... 32
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.
JCGSS66

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- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in 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yourgassupplierfromaneighbor’sphone.Followthegas
supplier’sinstructions.
■ Ifyoucannotreachyourgassupplier,callthefiredepartment.
-Installationandservicemustbeperformedbyaqualifiedinstaller,serviceagencyor
the gas supplier.
WARNING Iftheinformationinthismanualisnotfollowedexactly,afireor
explosionmayresult,causingpropertydamage,personalinjuryordeath.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ANTI-TIP DEVICE
To reduce the risk of tipping
the range, the range must
be secured by a properly
installed anti-tip bracket.
See installation instructions
shipped with the bracket for complete details before attempting to install.
To check if the bracket is installed and engaged properly, look underneath the range to see that the rear
leveling leg is engaged in the bracket. On some models, the storage drawer or kick panel can be removed
for easy inspection. If visual inspection is not possible, slide the range forward, confirm the anti-tip bracket
is securely attached to the floor or wall, and slide the range back so the rear leveling leg is under the
anti-tip bracket.
If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is reengaged
properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and
can result in death or serious burns to children or adults.
Never completely remove the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the anti-tip device properly.
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Verify the anti-tip bracket has been properly installed
and engaged.
Ensure the anti-tip bracket is re-engaged when the range
is moved.
Do not operate the range without the anti-tip bracket in
place and engaged.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or
serious burns to children or adults.
Tip-Over Hazard
WARNING
Anti-Tip Bracket
Leveling
Leg
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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.
■Use this appliance for its intended purpose as
described in this owner’s manual.
■Have your range installed and properly grounded
by a qualified installer in accordance with the
provided installation instructions.
■Any adjustment and service should be performed
only by a qualified gas range installer or service
technician. Do not attempt to repair or replace
any part of your range unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual.
■Your range is shipped from the factory set for
use with natural gas. It can be converted for use
with propane gas. If required, these adjustments
must be made by a qualified technician in
accordance with the installation instructions and
local codes. The agency performing this work
assumes responsibility for the conversion.
■Have the installer show you the location of the
range gas shut-off valve and how to turn it off if
necessary.
■Plug your range into a 120-volt 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 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
extension cord with this appliance.
■Before performing any service, unplug the range
or disconnect the power supply at the household
distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker.
■Be sure all packing materials are removed from
the range before operating to prevent ignition of
these materials.
■Avoid scratching or impacting glass doors,
cooktops, or control panels. Doing so may lead
to glass breakage. Do not cook on a product with
broken glass. Shock, fire, or cuts may occur.
■Do not leave children alone or unattended in an
area where an appliance is in use. They should
never be allowed to climb, sit or stand on any
part of the appliance.
■  CAUTION Do not store items of interest
to children in cabinets above an oven - children
climbing on the oven to reach items could be
seriously injured.
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WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS
WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Gas appliances can cause low level exposure to some of these substances, including carbon monoxide,
benzene, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by incomplete combustion of natural gas or propane fuels.
Exposure to these substances can be minimized by opening a window or using a ventilation fan or hood.

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■Do not store or use flammable materials in
an oven or near the cooktop, including paper,
plastic, pot holders, linens, wall coverings,
curtains, drapes and gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids.
■Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments while
using the appliance. These garments may ignite if
they contact hot surfaces causing severe burns.
■ Do not let cooking grease or other flammable
materials accumulate in or near the range. Grease
in the oven or on the cooktop may ignite.
SAFETY INFORMATION
■Never block the vents (air openings) of the
range. They provide the air inlets and outlets 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 warming drawer, lower oven drawer or
kick panel.
■Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp pot
holders on hot surfaces may result in burns
from steam. Do not let pot holders touch surface
burners, burner grate, or oven heating element.
Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place
of pot holders.
■Do not touch the heating elements or the interior
surface of the oven. These surfaces may be hot
enough to burn even though they are dark in
color. During and after use, do not touch, or let
clothing or other flammable materials contact any
interior area of the oven; allow sufficient time for
cooling first. Other surfaces of the appliance may
become hot enough to cause burns. Potentially
hot surfaces include the burners, grates, oven
vent opening, surfaces near the opening, and
crevices around the oven door.
■Do not heat unopened food containers. Pressure
could build up and the container could burst,
causing an injury.
■Cook food thoroughly to help protect against
foodborne illness. Minimum safe food
temperature recommendations can be found
at www.IsItDoneYet.gov and www.fsis.usda.
gov. Use a food thermometer to take food
temperatures and check several locations.
■Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on
the oven door, drawer or cooktop. They could
damage the range or tip it over causing severe
injury or death.
■ 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. If necessary, use a multi-purpose dry
chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.
■ Ifthereisafireintheovenduringbaking,
smother the fire by closing the oven door and
turning the oven off or by using a multi-purpose
dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher.
■ Ifthereisafireintheovenduringself-clean,turn
the oven off and wait for the fire to go out. Do
not force the door open. Introduction of fresh air
at self-clean temperatures may lead to a burst of
flame from the oven.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Cont.)
WARNING
KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE OVEN
Failure to do so may result in fire or personal injury.
WARNING IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, TAKE THE FOLLOWING
STEPS TO PREVENT INJURY AND FIRE SPREADING

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SAFETY INFORMATION
■ Neverleavethesurfaceburnersunattendedat
medium or high heat settings. Foods, especially
oily foods, may ignite resulting in fire that could
spread to surrounding cabinets.
■ Neverleaveoilunattendedwhilefrying.Ifallowed
to heat beyond its smoking point, oil may ignite
resulting in fire that may spread to surrounding
cabinets. Use a deep fat thermometer whenever
possible to monitor oil temperature.
■ Toavoidoilspilloverandfire,usetheminimum
amount of oil when using a shallow pan-frying
and avoid cooking frozen foods with excessive
amounts of ice.
■ Useproperpansizeandavoidpansthatare
unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware that is
matched to the size of the burner. Burner flames
should be adjusted so that they do not extend
beyond the bottom of the pan. Excessive flame
may be hazardous.
■ AlwaysusetheLITEpositionwhenignitingthe
top burners and make sure the burners have
ignited.
■ Whenusingglass/ceramiccookware,makesure
it is suitable for cooktop service; others may
break because of sudden change in temperature.
■ Tominimizethepossibilityofburns,ignitionof
flammable materials and spillage, the handle of a
container should be turned toward the center of
the range without extending over nearby burners.
■ Donotuseawokwitharoundmetalsupport
ring. The ring may trap heat and block air to the
burner resulting in a carbon monoxide hazard.
■ Donotattempttoliftthecooktop.Doingsomay
damage the gas tubing to the surface burners
resulting in a gas leak and risk of fire.
■ WhendisablingLockControl(onsomemodels),
make sure the surface controls are set to the
OFF position. This will prevent unintended gas
flow from the burners.
■ Donotusealuminumfoiltocoverthegratesor
line any part of the cooktop. Doing so may result
in carbon monoxide poisoning, overheating of the
cooktop surfaces, or a potential fire hazard.
WARNING NEVERcoveranyslots,holes,
or passages in the oven bottom or cover an
entirerackwithmaterialssuchasaluminum
foilorovenliners.Doingsoblocksairflow
through the oven and may cause carbon
monoxidepoisoning.Neverplacefoiloroven
liners on the oven bottom. They can trap heat
causing risk of smoke or fire.
■Stand away from the range when opening the
oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes can
causeburnstohands,faceand/oreyes.
■Never place cooking utensils, pizza or baking
stones, or any type of foil or liner on the oven
floor. These items can trap heat or melt, resulting
in damage to the product and risk of shock,
smoke or fire.
■Place oven racks in desired location while oven
is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot,
be careful to avoid touching hot surfaces.
■Do not leave items such as paper, cooking
utensils, or food in the oven when not in use.
Items stored in an oven can ignite.
■Do not leave items on the cooktop near the oven
vent. Items may overheat resulting in a risk of fire
or burns.
■Never broil with door open. Open-door broiling is
not permitted due to overheating of control knobs.
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WARNING COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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SAFETY INFORMATION
The self-cleaning feature operates the oven at
temperatures high enough to burn away food soils in
the oven. Follow these instructions for safe operation.
■Do not touch oven surfaces during self-clean
operation. Keep children away from the oven
during self-cleaning. Failure to follow these
instructions may cause burns.
■Before operating the self-clean cycle, remove
pans, shiny metal oven racks, and other utensils
from the oven. Only porcelain-coated oven racks
may be left in the oven.
■Before operating the self-clean cycle, wipe
grease and food soils from the oven. Excessive
amount of grease may ignite leading to smoke
damage to your home.
■If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn the
oven off and disconnect the power supply. Have
it serviced by a qualified technician.
■Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven
cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind
should be used in or around any part of the oven.
■Do not clean the door gasket. The door gasket is
essential for a good seal. Care should be taken
not to rub, damage or move the gasket.
■IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is
extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during
the self-cleaning cycle of any range. Move birds
to another well-ventilated room.
■Do not leave paper products, plastics, canned
food, or combustible materials in the drawer.
They may ignite.
■Do not touch the heating element or the interior
surface of the drawer. These surfaces may be
hot enough to cause burns.
■Use care when opening the drawer. Open the
drawer a crack and let hot air or steam escape
before removing or replacing food. Hot air or
steam that escapes can cause burns to hands,
face,and/oreyes.
■Do not use aluminum foil to line the broil drawer.
Foil is an excellent heat insulator and will trap
heat beneath it. This will upset the performance
of the drawer and potentially cause a fire hazard.
WARNING
SELF-CLEANING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(on some models)
WARNING
BROIL DRAWER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(on some models)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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WARRANTY Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
Thank You! ... for your purchase of a GE Appliances Brand appliance.
Register Your Appliance: Register your new appliance online at your convenience!
http://www.geappliances.ca/en/support/register-your-appliance/
Timely product registration will allow for 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.
GEAppliances.ca
All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care®technician. To schedule
service online, visit us at www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/, or call 1.800.561.3344. Please have your
serial number and your model number available when calling for service.
Servicing your appliance may require the use of the onboard data port for diagnostics. This gives a GE Appliances factory
service technician the ability to quickly diagnose any issues with your appliance and helps GE Appliances improve its
products by providing GE Appliances with information on your appliance. If you do not want your appliance data to be
sent to GE Appliances, please advise your technician not to submit the data to GE Appliances at the time of service.
WhatMCCommercialwillnotcover:
■Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
■Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance.
■Failure of the product if it is abused, misused,
modified, or used for other than the intended purpose
or used commercially.
■Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
■Damage to the product caused by accident, fire,
floods, or acts of God.
■Damage to finish, such as surface rust, tarnish, or small
blemishes not reported within 48 hours of delivery.
■Incidental or consequential damage caused by
possible defects with this appliance.
■Damage caused after delivery.
■Product not accessible to provide required service.
■ Servicetorepairorreplacelightbulbs,exceptforLED
lamps.
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 Canada. If the product is located in an area where service by a MC Commercial 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
MC Commercial Service location for service.
Some provinces 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 province to province. To know what your
legal rights are, consult your local or provincial consumer affairs office.
Warrantor:MCCommercialInc.,Burlington,Ontario
ExtendedWarranties: Purchase a GE Appliances extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are
available while your warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it online anytime at
http://www.geappliances.ca/en/support/
http://www.electromenagersge.ca/fr/soutien/
or call 1.800.561.3344 during normal business hours. GE Appliances Service will still be there after your warranty expires.
For the period of MCCommercial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, MC Commercial will provide, free of charge, all labor and
in-home service to replace the defective part.

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Schedule Service: Expert GE Appliances repair
service is only one step away from your door. Schedule
yourserviceonlineatwww.GEAppliances.ca/en/
support/service-requestorcall1.800.561.3344during
normal business hours.
Parts and Accessories: 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 online today, 24 hours every
day or by phone at 1.800.661.1616 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.
Contact Us: Contact us on our website with all the
details including your phone number, or write to:
Director,ConsumerRelations
MC Commercial Inc.
1 Factory Lane
Moncton,NewBrunswick
E1C 9M3
ASSISTANCE / ACCESSORIES
Try the GE Appliances website (www.GEAppliances.ca/en/support/service-request) 24 hours a day, any day of
the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts, or even
schedule service online.
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance?
Accessories
Looking For Something More?
GE Appliances offers a variety of accessories to improve your cooking and maintenance
experiences!
To place an order visit us online at:
www.GEApplianceParts.com (U.S.) or www.GEAppliances.ca (Canada)
or call 800.626.2002 (U.S.) 800.661.1616 (Canada)
The following products and more are available:
Removing Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape
NOTE: Remove all protective packing before operating
the range.
Carefully grasp a corner of the protective shipping film
with your fingers and slowly peel it from the appliance
surface. Do not use any sharp items to remove the
film. If adhesive residue remains, remove it by applying
dish soap and water with a soft cloth.
Accessories
 NickelFlatRack WB48X20249
 ReinforcedNickelFlatRack WB48X20783
 SelfCleanFlatRack WB48X21508
 NickelExtensionRack WB39X10040
 SelfCleanExtensionRack WB48X21543
 BroilerPan (12¾”x1¼”x16½“) WB48X10056
  (32.4cmx3.2cmx41.9cm)
 RoastingRackAccessory WB48X5108
 CooktopCenterGrate WB31X24737
 NonstickAluminumGriddle WB31X24738
 ReversibleCast-IronGriddle WB31X24998
Cleaning Supplies
 CitruShineStainlessSteelWipes WX10X10007
 StainlessSteelPolishingCloth WX10X307
Cerama Bryte®Burnt-OnGreaseRemover WX10X320

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In Case of a Power Failure
Surface Burners
USING THE COOKTOP: In Case of a Power Failure / Surface Burners
In the event of a power failure, the oven is inoperable
and no attempt should be made to operate it. However,
the surface burners may be lit with a match. Using
extreme caution, hold a lit match near the ports beneath
the surface burner cap, then slowly turn the knob to the
LITEposition.Oncelit,surfaceburnerswillcontinueto
operate normally.
Lighting a Surface Burner
WARNING Burnersshouldbeoperatedonly
whencoveredbycookware.Burnerflamesnot
coveredbycookwarepresentariskoffireor
clothingignition.Neverletflamesextendbeyondthe
sidesofthecookware.Failuretocomplymayresult
inseriousinjury.
Make sure all burners are in their correct locations and
fully assembled before attempting to operate any burner.
Select a burner and find its control knob. Push the knob
inandturnittotheLITEposition.
You will hear a clicking noise—
the sound of the electric spark
ignitingtheburner.Whenone
burneristurnedtoLITE,all
burners will spark. Sparking will
continue as long as the knob
remainsatLITE.Oncegasis
ignited, turn the knob to adjust
the flame size.
Using the Surface Burners
NOTES:
■ Donotoperatetheburnerforanextendedperiodof
time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the
grate may discolor or chip without cookware to absorb
the heat.
■ Donotattempttodisassembleanyburnerwhileanother
burner is on. Damage to the product may occur.
■ Besuretheburnersandgratesarecoolbeforeyouplace
your hand, a pot holder or cleaning materials on them.
Your rangetop has sealed gas burners that offer
convenience, cleanability and flexibility for a wide range
of cooking applications.
The smallest burner is the simmer burner. A simmer
burnerturneddowntoLOprovidesprecisecooking
performance for foods such as delicate sauces that
require low heat for a long cooking time.
The extra-large burner is designed to quickly bring large
amounts of liquid to a boil. Some models have a
POWERBOIL™settingespeciallydesignedforusewith
cookwarewithadiameterof11inches(27.4cm)orlarger.
Selecting a Flame Size
Watchtheflame,nottheknob,asyouadjustheat.When
rapid heating is desired, the flame size should match the
size of the cookware you are using. Flames larger than
the bottom of the cookware will not heat faster and may
be hazardous.
Push the control knob in and
turn it to the LITE position.
Types of Surface Burners
RoundBurner
Use this burner for general cooking purposes.
Size cookware appropriately to the flames.
OvalBurner(onsomemodels)
Use this burner to cook on the griddle.
These flames are too large for the pot

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Surface Burners (Cont.)
USING THE COOKTOP: Surface Burners
Stove Top Grills
Do not use an after-market stove top grill on your gas
surface burners. A stove top grill will cause incomplete
combustion resulting in carbon monoxide levels above
allowable standards. This could be hazardous to your
health.
Using a Wok
Use only a flat-bottomed wok with a diameter of
14 inches (35.6 cm) or less. Make sure the wok bottom
sits flat on the grate.
Do not use a wok support ring. Placing the ring over the
burner or grate may cause the burner to work improperly,
resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable
standards. This could be hazardous to your health.
Use a flat-bottomed wok.
Do not use stove top grills
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.
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 or as the manufacturer
recommends.
Cast-Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will give
satisfactory results.
Enamelware: Under some conditions, the enamel of some
cookware may melt. Follow the cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations for cooking methods.
Glass: There are two 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.
Heatproof Glass Ceramic: Can be used for either surface
or oven cooking. It conducts heat very slowly and cools very
slowly. Check the cookware manufacturer’s directions to be
sure it can be used on gas ranges.

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USING THE COOKTOP: Griddle
Type of Food Cook Setting
Bacon Med
BreakfastSausageLinks Med
Eggs Lo
Grilled Cheese Med-Lo
Hamburgers Med-Lo
Pancakes Med-Lo
WarmingTortillas Lo
Cook settings may need to be reduced if the griddle is used for an
extended time.
Preseasoned Reversible Cast-Iron Griddle
Replace the center grate (if present) with the
Preseasoned Cast-Iron Reversible Griddle
Griddle (on some models)
WARNING Fire Hazard
■ Usecarewhencookinggreasyfoods.Spilledgreasemayresultinfire.
■ Neverplaceanyitemsonthegriddlewhenitisnotinuse.Heatfromsurroundingburnerscanheatthe
griddle and may result in fire.
■ PlaceandremovethegriddleonlywhengriddleiscoolandallsurfaceburnersareturnedOFF.
Positioning Your Griddle
The reversible cast-iron griddle (on some models) and the nonstick aluminum griddle (on some models) can only be
used over the center burner of the rangetop. To position the griddle, remove the center grate (if present), and replace
it with the griddle. Do not turn on the center burner until you are certain the griddle has been positioned correctly.
Preheating Your Griddle
If your center burner is a single oval burner, preheat your griddle for 2-5 minutes on Hi before placing food on the
griddle. If your center burner is a dual oval burner, preheat your griddle for 5-10 minutes on Hi before placing food on
the griddle. Once the griddle is preheated, turn the heat down to the cook setting outlined in the table corresponding
to your griddle. To determine the type of burner you have, see the Types of Surface Burners section.
Using Your Reversible Cast-Iron Griddle (on some models)
The ribbed side of the reversible griddle can be used for
food normally grilled.
Your griddle provides an extra-large cooking surface for
meats, pancakes and other foods usually prepared in
a skillet. Before first use, rinse with hot water and dry
thoroughly. Prepare the surface with cooking spray or
vegetable oil.
Griddle Precautions:
■ Donotplacethegriddleinamicrowaveoven.
■ Donotcleanyourgriddleinthedishwasher.
■ Ifsomethinghasspilledunderthegriddle,itshouldbe
cleaned up as soon as possible to prevent “baked on”
food soil.
■ Donotallowgreasetoaccumulateunderthegriddle
as it can be a fire hazard. Clean under the griddle with
hot, soapy water as soon as it is cool.

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USING THE COOKTOP: Griddle
Griddle (on some models) (Cont.)
Using Your Nonstick Aluminum Griddle (on some models)
Your griddle provides an extra-large cooking surface for
meats, pancakes, and other foods usually prepared in
a skillet. Before first use, rinse with hot water and dry
thoroughly.
Griddle Precautions:
■ Donotuseoilonthegriddleforextendedlengthsof
time.Permanentstainingand/orcrazelinesonthe
surface could result.
■ Do not overheat the griddle.Leavingthegriddle
burner on at Hi for an extended amount of time
without food can damage the nonstick coating.
■ Useonlyplastic,nylon,woodenutensils,or
SilverStone®kitchen tools to prevent marring of the
coating.
■ Neveruseknivesorcutfoodonthegriddle.
■ Donotusemetalutensilswithsharppointsorrough,
sharp edges which might damage the griddle surface.
■ Storecarefullytopreventscratching.
■ Donotplacethegriddleinamicrowaveoven.
■ Ifsomethinghasspilledunderthegriddle,itshouldbe
cleaned up as soon as possible to prevent “baked on”
food soil.
■ Donotallowgreasetoaccumulateunderthegriddle
as it can be a fire hazard. Clean under the griddle with
hot, soapy water as soon as it is cool.
■ Donotcleanyourgriddleinthedishwasher.
■ Donotcleanthegriddleintheself-cleaningoven.
Doing so will damage the nonstick coating. For
instructions on how to clean the griddle, see the
Cleaning the Cooktop section of this manual.
Type of Food Cook Setting
Bacon Med
BreakfastSausageLinks Med
Fried Eggs Lo
Hamburgers Med-Hi
Hot Sandwiches (such as Grilled Cheese) Med
Pancakes Med-Lo
WarmingTortillas Med-Lo
Nonstick Aluminum Griddle
Replace the center grate (if present) with the
Nonstick Aluminum Griddle

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Oven Controls
USING THE OVEN: Oven Controls
Convection
Non Convection
4 78
35 6 9
11 10
2 3
1 7 8
4
5 6 9
10

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1. ConvectionBake(onsomemodels):
Convection cooking uses increased air circulation
to improve performance when baking on multiple
racks. See the Cooking Modes section for more
information.
2. Traditional Cooking Modes: Your oven has
the following traditional cooking modes: Bake, Broil
HiandBroilLo.SeetheCookingModessectionfor
more information.
3. Clean(onsomemodels): There are two
cleaning modes: Self Clean and Steam Clean.
See the Cleaning the Oven section for important
information about using these modes.
4. Start: Must be pressed to start any cooking,
cleaning or timed function.
5. Cancel/Off: CancelsALLovenoperationsexcept
the clock and timer.
6. Cook Time: Counts down cooking time and turns
off the oven when the cooking time is complete.
Program the desired cooking mode and temperature
and press Start. Then, press the Cook Time pad
and use the number pads to program a cooking
time in hours and minutes. Then, press Start again.
This can only be used with Traditional Bake and
Convection Bake.
7. Clock: Sets the oven clock time and clock display
(onsomemodels).Tosettheclockdisplay(on/off),
press the Set Clock pad (on some models) once. If
your model does not have a Set Clock pad, see the
Special Features section for instructions on how to
adjust the clock display. To set the clock time, press
both the +and -pads and hold for 3 seconds or
press the Set Clock pad until the display is flashing.
Use the +and -pads to adjust the clock. Press
Start to save the time.
8. Timer: Worksasacountdowntimer.Pressthe
Timer pad and the + and - pads to program the
time in hours and minutes. Press the Start pad.
The oven will continue to operate when the timer
countdown is complete. To turn the timer off, press
the Timer pad.
9. Delay Time: Delays when the oven will turn on.
Use this to set a time when you want the oven to
start. Press the Delay Time pad, and use the +and
-pads to program the time of day for the oven to
turn on. Then press the desired cooking mode pad,
use the +and -pads to adjust the temperature, then
press Start. After Start has been pressed, a cook
time may also be programmed if desired. Once the
Delay Time has been programmed, the start time
set for the oven will be displayed until that time is
reached. Then, either the cook time (if programmed)
or the temperature will be displayed. Delay Time
can only be used with Traditional Bake, Convection
Bake, and the Clean modes (on some models).
NOTE: Whenusingthedelaytimefeature, foods
that spoil easily—such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings,
poultry, and pork—should not be allowed to sit
at room temperature for more than 1 hour before
or after cooking, as this may promote the growth
of harmful bacteria. Be sure that the oven light is
off, because heat from the bulb will speed harmful
bacteria growth.
10.OvenLight(onsomemodels): Turns the
oven light on or off.
11. LockControls(onsomemodels):Locks
out the control so that pressing the pads does not
activate the controls. Press and both the + and -
pads and hold for 3 seconds to lock or unlock the
control. Cancel/Off is always active, even when the
control is locked.
Oven Controls (Cont.)
USING THE OVEN: Oven Controls / Oven Air Vents
Oven Air Vents
Vent appearance and location vary.
Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They
provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the
range to keep cool and 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.

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Special Features
USING THE OVEN: Special Features / Sabbath Mode
There are several different special features on your range. To change the settings of these special features:
■ PresstheBake and Broil pads at the same time and hold for three seconds.
■ “SF”willappearinthedisplay.
■ Forinstructionsonhowtoselectdifferentfeatures,refertothesectionbelowthatcorrespondstothespecial
feature of interest.
■ Whenthechangehasbeenmade,presstheStart key to save the change and exit the special features menu.
Adjust the Oven Temperature
This feature allows the oven baking temperature to
be adjusted up to 35ºF (20°C) hotter or down to 35ºF
(20°C) cooler. Use this feature if you believe your oven
temperature is too hot or too cold and wish to change it.
This adjustment affects every cooking mode except broil.
After entering the special features menu, press the Bake
pad to enter the temperature adjustment mode. A number
between 35 and - 35 will display. Use the +or -pads to
set the desired temperature adjustment. Press the Start
pad to save the temperature adjustment.
12-Hour Auto Shut-Off and Sabbath
12-hour auto shut-off turns off the oven after 12 hours
of continuous operation. The 12-hour auto shut-off may
be “on” or “oFF.” For details on the “sAb” option, see the
Sabbath Mode Section. Enter into the special features
menu as outlined above and repeatedly press the Set
Clock pad until the desired setting is displayed. If your
model does not have a Set Clock pad, then repeatedly
press the Cook Time pad until the desired setting is
displayed. Press the Start pad to save the setting.
Clock Display (on some models)
This feature specifies if the time of day is displayed.
The clock display may be “on” or “oFF.” If your model
has a Set Clock pad, see the Oven Controls section for
instructions on adjusting the display. If your model does
not have a Set Clock pad, enter into the special features
menu as outlined above. Press the Timer pad to see the
current setting. Press the Timer pad again to change the
setting. Press the Start pad to save the display setting.
Increment/Decrement Speed
A setting (i.e. temperature) may be rapidly adjusted
by pressing and holding the +or -pad. To adjust the
increment/decrementspeed,enterintothespecial
features menu as outlined above. Press the +pad to
increase the speed or press the -pad to decrease the
speed. Settings vary from 1 (slowest) to 5 (fastest).
Press the Start pad to save the speed setting.

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Sabbath Mode
USING THE OVEN: Sabbath Mode
The Sabbath mode feature complies with standards set forth by Star K. Only continuous baking or timed baking is
allowed in the Sabbath mode. All tones are disabled in the Sabbath mode; however the oven light is not disabled, so
the light should be removed to ensure it does not come on when the door is opened. Cooking in the Sabbath mode
is a two-step process, first the Sabbath mode must be set and then the bake mode must be set.
Setting the Sabbath Mode
Press the Bake and Broil pads at the same time and
hold for three seconds. “SF” will appear in the display.
Press the Set Clock pad until “SAb” appears in the
display and then press Start. If your model does not
have a Set Clock pad, then press the Cook Time pad
until “SAb” appears in the display and then press Start. A
single bracket “]” will appear in the display indicating that
the Sabbath mode is set. Continuous bake or timed bake
can now be set as outlined below.
Start a Continuous Bake
Press Bake,ifatemperatureotherthan350°F(176.7°C)
is desired then press the +or -pads to adjust the
temperature in 25 degree (14°C) increments, then press
Start. After a delay, a second bracket “] [” will appear in
the display indicating that the oven is baking.
Adjusting the Temperature
Press Bake, then press the +or -pads to adjust the
temperature in 25 degree (14°C) increments, then
press Start. An oven thermometer can be used if some
indication of temperature setting is desired.
Start a Timed Bake
Press Cook Time, then press the +or -pads to adjust
the cook time in one minute increments. Press Bake,
ifatemperatureotherthan350°F(176.7°C)isdesired
then press the +or -pads to adjust the temperature in
25 degree (14°C) increments, then press Start. After a
delay, a second bracket “] [” will appear in the display
indicatingthattheovenisbaking.Whenthecooktime
expires the display will change back to a single bracket
“]” indicating that the oven is no longer baking.
Exit the Sabbath Mode
Exiting the Sabbath mode should be done after the
Sabbath is over. Press Cancel/Off to end any bake
mode that may be running. Press Bakeand Broil pads
at the same time and hold for three seconds. “SF” will
appear in the display. Press the Set Clock pad until
“On” appears in the display and then press Start. If your
model does not have a Set Clock pad, then press the
Cook Time pad until “On” appears in the display and
then press Start. The display will change from a single
bracket “]” to the time of day indicating that the Sabbath
mode has been exited.
Sabbath Mode Power Outage Note
If a power outage occurs, the Sabbath mode will not
resume when power is restored.

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Your new oven has a variety of cooking modes to help you get the best results. These modes are described below.
Refer to the Cooking Guide section for recommendations for specific foods. Remember, your new oven may perform
differently than the oven it is replacing. NOTE:Removeunusedracksfromovenand/orbroildrawerforfaster
preheat, improved efficiency, and optimal performance.
Bake
The bake mode is for baking and roasting. This mode
usesheatonlyfromthelowerburner.Whenpreparing
baked goods such as cakes, cookies and pastries,
always preheat the oven before inserting food. Follow
recipe recommendations for food placement. If no
guidelines are provided, center food in the oven. To use
this mode, press the Bake pad, use the +and -pads to
adjust the temperature, then press Start.
Broiling Modes
Always broil with the oven door and drawer closed.
Monitor food closely while broiling. Use caution when
broiling on the upper rack positions as placing food
closer to the broil burner increases smoking, spattering,
and the possibility of fats igniting.
Try broiling foods that you would normally grill. Adjust
rack positions to adjust the intensity of the heat to the
food. Place foods closer to the broil burner when a
seared surface and rare interior is desired. Thicker foods
and foods that need to be cooked through should be
broiledonalowerrackpositionorbyusingtheBroilLo
mode.
Broil Hi
The Broil Hi mode uses intense heat from the upper
burner to sear foods. Use Broil Hi for thinner cuts of
meatand/orfoodsyoupreferlessdoneontheinterior.
To use this mode press the Broil pad once and then
press Start. It is not necessary to preheat when using
this mode.
Broil Lo
TheBroilLomodeuseslessintenseheatfromtheupper
burner to cook food thoroughly while also browning the
surface.UseBroilLoforthickercutsofmeatand/orfoods
that you would like cooked all the way through. To use
this mode press the Broil pad twice and then press Start.
It is not necessary to preheat when using this mode.
Convection Bake (on some models)
The Convection Bake mode is intended for baking
on multiple racks at the same time. This mode uses
air movement from the convection fan to enhance
cooking evenness. Your oven is equipped with Auto
Recipe Conversion, so it is not necessary to adjust the
temperature when using this mode. To use this mode
press the ConvBakepad, use the +and -pads to
adjust the temperature, and then press Start. Always
preheat when using this mode.
Cookware Guidelines
The material, finish and size of cookware affect baking
performance.
Dark, coated and dull pans absorb heat more readily
than light, shiny pans. Pans that absorb heat more
readily can result in a browner, crisper and thicker crust.
If using dark and coated cookware check food earlier
than the minimum cook time. If undesirable results are
obtained with this type of cookware consider reducing
oven temperature by 25ºF (14°C) next time.
■ Shinypanscanproducemoreevenlycookedbaked
goods such as cakes and cookies.
■ Glassandceramicpansheatslowlybutretainheat
well. These types of pans work well for dishes such
as pies and custards.
■ Airinsulatedpansheatslowlyandcanreducebottom
browning.
■ Keepcookwarecleantopromoteevenheating.
Cooking Modes
USING THE OVEN: Cooking Modes / Cookware / Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners
CAUTION Do not use any type of foil or oven liner to cover the oven bottom. These items can block
airflowormelt,resultingindamagetotheproductandriskofcarbonmonoxidepoisoning,smokeorfire.
Damagefromimproperuseoftheseitemsisnotcoveredbytheproductwarranty.
Foil may be used to catch spills by placing a sheet on a lower rack, several inches below the food. Do not use more
foilthannecessaryandneverentirelycoveranovenrackwithaluminumfoil.Keepfoilatleast1-1/2”(3.8cm)from
oven walls to prevent poor heat circulation.
Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners

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Oven Racks
USING THE OVEN: Oven Racks / Broil Drawer
Rack Positions
Your oven has six rack positions in the main oven.
Recommended rack positions for various types of
foods are provided in the Cooking Guide. Adjusting
the rack position is one way to impact cooking results.
For example, if you would prefer darker tops on cakes,
muffins or cookies, try moving food one rack position
higher. If you find foods are too brown on top, try moving
them down next time.
Whenbakingwithmultiplepansandonmultipleracks,
ensure there is sufficient space between pans to allow
air to flow. This may improve cooking evenness.
Removing and Replacing Racks
Whenplacingandremovingcookware,pulltherackout
to the bump (stop position) on the rack support.
To remove a rack, pull it toward you until it reaches the
stop position, tilt up the front of the rack and pull it out.
To replace a rack, place the curved end of the rack onto
the rack supports. Tilt up the front of the rack and push
the rack in until it stops. Then lay the rack flat and push
it in until it is all the way into the oven.
Racks may become difficult to slide, especially after a
self-clean cycle. To improve sliding conditions, use a soft
cloth or paper towel to rub vegetable oil on the left and
rightedgesoftheracksand/orracksupports.
NOTE: Remove unused racks when using the oven for
faster preheat, improved efficiency and optimal cooking
performance.
SeetheAssistance/Accessoriessectionforinstructions
on ordering additional racks.
For better searing use the rack position that places food
closest to the broil heater. Move food down or use Broil
Lomodeformoredoneness/lesssearing.Inpositions
B and C, the broil pan (some models) or rack (some
models) rests on the drawer side supports. In the bottom
position (A), cookware sits directly on the drawer bottom.
Take care not to touch the inner door when placing and
removing food on the drawer bottom.
Broil Drawer (on some models)
Rack positions
Removing racks
Replacing racks
Drop-down Slide-out Broil Drawer (on some models)
Rack stop
position
Drop-down Broil Drawer (some models)
When placing cookware on the rack or drawer bottom, use front-to-back
orientation for easier placement and better coverage.

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Cooking Guide
USING THE OVEN: Cooking Guide
FOOD TYPE
RECOMMENDED
MODE(S)
RECOMMENDED RACK
POSITION(S) ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS
BakedGoods
Layercakes,sheetcakes,
bundt cakes, muffins, quick
breads, biscuits, scones on
a Single Rack
Bake 4 or 5 Use shiny cookware.
Layercakes*onMultiple
Racks
Bake
Convection Bake 3 and 5 Ensure adequate airflow (see illustration below).
Chiffon cakes (angel food) Bake 2 Use shiny cookware.
Cookies, biscuits, scones on
a Single Rack Bake 3 or 4 Use shiny cookware.
Cookies, biscuits, scones on
Multiple Racks
Convection Bake
Bake
2 Racks - 3 and 5
3 Racks - 2, 4 and 6
Ensure adequate airflow. Switch food
location partially through cooking for more
even cooking results.
Beef&Pork
Hamburgers Broil Hi 6 or C
Use a broil pan; move food down for more done-
ness/lesssearing.Watchfoodcloselywhenbroil-
ing. Center food under burner.
Steaks & Chops Broil Hi 6 or C
Use a broil pan; move food down for more done-
ness/lesssearing.Watchfoodcloselywhenbroil-
ing. Center food under burner.
Roasts Bake 2 or 3 Leaveuncovered,usealowsidedpansuch
as a broil pan. Preheating is not necessary.
Poultry
Wholechicken Bake 2 or 3 Leaveuncovered,usealowsidedpan
such as a broil pan.
Bone-in chicken breasts,
legs, thighs
BroilLo
Bake 4 or B
If breaded or coated in sauce avoid Broil
Hi modes. Broil skin side down first.
Watchfoodcloselywhenbroiling.
Boneless chicken breasts BroilLo
Bake 4 or B
Movefooddownformoredoneness/less
searingandupforgreatersearing/browningwhen
broiling.
Wholeturkey Bake 1 or 2 Leaveuncovered,usealowsidedpan
such as a broil pan.
Turkey Breast Bake 2 or 3 Leaveuncovered,usealowsidedpan
such as a broil pan.
Fish BroilLo
6orC(1/2inch/1.3cmthickorless)
5orB(>1/2inch/1.3cm) Watchfoodcloselywhenbroiling.
Casseroles Bake 3 or 4
Frozen Convenience Foods
Pizza, potato products,
chicken nuggets, appetizers
on a Single Rack
Bake 4 or 5 Use shiny cookware.
Pizza, potato products,
chicken nuggets, appetizers
on Multiple Racks
Bake
Convection Bake
3 and 5
2, 4 and 6
Use shiny cookware.
Switch food location partially through
cooking for more even cooking results.
*Whenbakingfourcakelayersatatime,staggerthe
pans as shown to the right so that one pan is not directly
above another.
Cook food thoroughly to help protect against
foodborne illness. Minimum safe food temperature
recommendations for food safety can be found at
www.IsItDoneYet.gov. Make sure to use a food
thermometer to take food temperatures.
NOTE: Remove unused racks when using the oven for
faster preheat, improved efficiency and optimal cooking
performance.
Front
Placement
Rear
Placement