Page 3 - Read this Manual; If You Need Service; Safety Information
Hotpoint & You, A Service Partnership. Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use andmaintain your range properly.Just a little preventive care onyour part can save you a greatdeal of time and money over thelife of your range. Read this Manual Ask any Hotpoint appliance owner and they...
Page 4 - All ranges can tip and injury could result.; Operating Instructions; WARNING; IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
All ranges can tip and injury could result. To prevent accidental tipping of the range, attach it to thewall and floor by installing the Anti-Tip device supplied. To check if the device is installed and engaged properly,remove the storage drawer and inspect the rear leveling leg.Make sure it fits se...
Page 5 - Items of; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Troubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information Use this appliance only for its intended purpose asdescribed in this Owner’s Manual. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautionsshould be followed, including the following: ■ Be ...
Page 7 - WHEN COOKING PORK...; The inside
7 Troubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information WHEN COOKING PORK… When cooking pork, follow the directions exactly and always cookthe meat to an internal temperature of at least 170°F. This assuresthat, in the remote possibility that tric...
Page 8 - OVEN
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 8 ■ Stand away from the range whenopening the oven door.Hot air or steam whichescapes can causeburns to hands, faceand/or eyes. ■ Do not heat unopenedfood containers.Pressure could build up and the containercould burst, causing aninjur...
Page 9 - OFF; position and all; SURFACE COOKING UNITS; Troubleshooting T
Use proper pan size—select cookware having flat bottomslarge enough to cover the surface unit heating element. Theuse of undersized cookware will expose a portion of thesurface unit to direct contact and may result in ignition ofclothing. Proper relationship of cookware to surface unit willalso impr...
Page 10 - REMEMBER...; Your continued health and safety are important to us.; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.READ ALL INFORMATION BEFORE USING. 10 ■ Clean the cooktop withcaution. If a wet spongeis used to wipe spills ona hot cooktop, becareful to avoid steamburns. ■ Keep an eye on foodsbeing fried at high ormedium high heatsettings. ■ Foods for frying shouldbe as dry as possi...
Page 11 - Using the surface units.; How to Set; Wok Cooking
Using the surface units. 11 Troubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information How to Set Push the knob in and turn in either direction to thesetting you want. At both OFF and HI the control clicks into position. You may hear slight clicking so...
Page 12 - Using the clock and timer.; Clock and Timer Features; CLOCK; Display
Using the clock and timer. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 12 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service 1 2 3 Clock and Timer Features TIMER ON/OFF Press this pad to select the timer feature. C...
Page 14 - Before you begin...; How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting; Type of Food
To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before you begin… The shelves have stop-locks, so that when placedcorrectly on the supports, they will stop before comingcompletely out, and will not tilt. When placing and removing cookware, pull the she...
Page 15 - Aluminum Foil; Preheating and Pan Placement
15 Troubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information Aluminum Foil Never entirely cover a shelf with aluminum foil. This willdisturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking. A smaller sheet of foil may be used to catch a spillover bypla...
Page 16 - Broiling guide
Broiling guide 16 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service Quantity and/ Shelf First Side Second Side Food or Thickness Position Time (min.) Time (min.) Comments Bacon 1/2 lb. (about C 4 1 ⁄ 2 4 1 ⁄ 2 Arrange in single layer. 8 thin s...
Page 17 - Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!; To Adjust the Thermostat
Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it 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 youstill think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostatyourself. Do not use inexpensi...
Page 18 - Care and cleaning of the range.; Control Panel and Knobs; Oven Vent; Painted Surfaces
Care and cleaning of the range. 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 intipping of the range and cause injury. Control Panel and Knobs Clean up spatter...
Page 20 - Before replacing your oven light bulb,; Oven Shelves
Oven Heating Elements Do not clean the bake element or the broil element. Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated. To clean the oven floor, gently lift the bake element.Clean with warm soapy water. Oven Light Replacement (on some models) CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb, di...
Page 22 - Porcelain Enamel Cooktop
Be sure all surface units are turned offbefore raising the cooktop. Care and cleaning of the range. 22 Lift-Up Cooktop (on some models) Some models have a cooktop that can be lifted up for easier cleaning. The entire cooktop may be lifted upand supported in the up position. The surface units do not ...
Page 23 - Surface Units; Drip Pans
Be sure all the controls are turned to OFF and the surface units are coolbefore attempting to remove them. Surface Units To clean the surface units, turn the control to the highestsetting for a minute. The coils will burn off any soil. To remove a surface unit: To remove the drip pans for cleaning, ...
Page 24 - Do not attempt to clean the oven until you have read this section.; The continuous-cleaning oven cleans itself while cooking.; Special Care of Continuous-Cleaning Oven Interior
Care and cleaning of the range. Do not attempt to clean the oven until you have read this section. 24 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting T ips GE Customer Service The continuous-cleaning oven cleans itself while cooking. The oven interior is finished ...
Page 25 - Let the range parts cool before handling.; To Clean the Continuous-Cleaning Oven
25 Troubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information Do not use soap, detergent, steel wool pads, commercial oven cleaner,silicone oven sprays, coarse pads or coarse brushes on the porous surface.These products will spot, clog and damage the p...
Page 26 - Porcelain Oven Interior
Care and cleaning of the range. 26 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service With proper care, the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of theoven—top, bottom, sides, back and inside of the door—will stay new-looking for years. Let th...
Page 27 - Installation of the range.; Before You Begin; Tools You Will Need
Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Before You Begin IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector’s use. IMPORTANT: OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES ANDORDINANCES. NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with the appliance after instal...
Page 28 - Prepare the Opening; Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Installation of the range. 28 Prepare the Opening Allow 1 1 ⁄ 2 ″ spacing from the range to adjacent vertical walls above cooktop surface. Allow 30 ″ minimum clearance between surface units and bottom of unprotected wood or metal top cabinet, and 15 ″ minimum between countertop and adjacent cabinet ...
Page 29 - Flooring Under the Range
29 Troubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information Flooring Under the Range Your range, like many other household items, is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting. When moving the range on this ty...
Page 30 - Power Cord Strain Relief Installation
Installation of the range. 30 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service Read these instructions completely and carefully. Power Cord Strain Relief Installation Remove the lower rear range wiring cover to expose the connector blockand b...
Page 31 - -Wire Power Cord Installation; The neutral or ground wire of the power cord
31 Troubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information 3-Wire Power Cord Installation WARNING: The neutral or ground wire of the power cord must be connected to the neutral terminal located in the center of theconnector block. The power leads mu...
Page 32 - -Wire Power Cord Installation; The neutral wire of the supply circuit
Installation of the range. 32 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service Read these instructions completely and carefully. 4-Wire Power Cord Installation WARNING: The neutral wire of the supply circuit is connected to the neutral termin...
Page 33 - -Wire Conduit Installation; Connector block is approved for copper wire connection
33 Troubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information 3-Wire Conduit Installation Remove the 3 screws from the connector block. Insert bare wires between theconnector block terminals and movable nuts. Tighten screws securely. Do notremove groun...
Page 34 - -Wire Conduit Installation
Installation of the range. 34 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service 4-Wire Conduit Installation Remove the 3 screws from the connector block. Remove the grounding strapfrom the connector block middle location and the screw connecti...
Page 35 - Anti-Tip Bracket Installation; Leveling the Range; Final Check
35 Troubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information Anti-Tip Bracket Installation An Anti-Tip bracket is supplied with instructions for installation in a variety of locations. The instructions include a template, a parts list and a list of to...
Page 36 - Before you call for service...; Problem
Before you call for service… 36 Troubleshooting TipsSave time and money! Review the charts on the following pagesfirst and you may not need to call for service. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service Problem Possible Causes What To ...
Page 38 - Troubleshooting Tips
Before you call for service… 38 Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven temperature Oven thermostat • See the Adjust the oven too hot or too cold needs adjustment. thermost...
Page 39 - Hotpoint Range Warranty
Troubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Information 39 Hotpoint Range Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. ■ Service trips to your hom...
Page 40 - Service Telephone Numbers.
Printed in Louisville, KY 10-96 CG Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Tr oubleshooting T ips Customer Service Service Telephone Numbers. The GE Answer Center ® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 Expert GE repair service is only a p...
