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Safety Instructions . . . . 2– 7 Operating Instructions Aluminum Foil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . .16, 17 Lower O ven Drawer . . . . . . . . . .32 Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11–34 Baking and Roasting . . . . . . . .14 Broiling, Broiling Guide . . . . . . .15 Control Lockout . . . . . [...]
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Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t 2 IMP OR T ANT SAFE T Y INFORMA TION. RE AD ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. — Do not st ore or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. — WHA T T O DO IF YOU SMELL GAS ■ Do not [...]
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Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips 3 ge. com W ARNING! Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off if necessary. ■ Have your range installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer , in accordance with the Installa[...]
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■ Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent poor air circulation. ■ Be sure all packaging materials are removed from the range before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packaging material ignite. ■ Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a qualified ser vice technician or inst[...]
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Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips 5 ge. com SURF ACE BURNERS Use proper pan size—avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped . S elect cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates . To avoid spillovers , make sure cookware is large enough to contain [...]
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IMP OR T ANT SAFE T Y INFORMA TION. RE AD ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 6 ■ Be sure to wipe off excess spillage before self-cleaning operation. ■ Before self-cleaning the oven, remove any broiler pan, broiler grid, all cookware, probe and any aluminum foil. ■ Never place, use or self-clean the lower oven drawer pan in the upper oven. ■ Nic[...]
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READ AND FOLL OW THIS S AFE T Y INFORMA TION CAREFULL Y . SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips 7 ge. com ■ Do not use the oven for a storage area. Items stored in the oven can ignite. ■ Keep the oven free from grease buildup. ■ Place the oven she[...]
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8 Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. How to Light a Gas Sur face Burner Make sure all the sur face burners are placed in their respective positions. Push the control knob in and turn it to the LITE position. Y ou will hear a little clicking noise— the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner . Turn th[...]
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9 In Case of P ower Failure In case of a power failure, you can light the gas sur face burners on your range with a match. Hold a lit match to the burner , then push in and turn the control 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 o[...]
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10 Most griddled foods require cooking on a preheated surface. Preheat griddle according to the guide below , then switch to the desired cook setting. IMPORT ANT NOTES: ■ Avoid cooking extremely greasy foods and be careful of grease spill-over while cooking . ■ Do not use oil on the griddle for extended lengths of time. Permanent staining and/o[...]
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Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Bake Pad T ouch to select the bake function. Broil Hi/Lo Pad T ouch to select the broil function. Convection Bake Multi/1 Rack Pad (on some models) T ouch to select baking with the convection function. Convection Roast Pad (on some models) [...]
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Operating Instructions 12 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t Bake Pad Touch to select the bake function. Broil Hi/Lo Pad Touch to select the broil function. Convection Bake Multi/1 Rack Pad (on some models) T ouch to select baking with the convection function. Convection Roast Pad (on some models)[...]
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Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips 13 Using the upper oven. ge. com 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 placed correctly on the shelf suppor ts (A throu[...]
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How to Set the Upper Oven for Baking or Roasting Y our oven is not designed for open-door cooking. T ouch the Bake pad. T ouch the number pads to set the desired temperature. T ouch the Star t pad. The word ON and 100° will be displayed. As the oven heats up, the display will show the changing temperature. When the oven reaches the temperature you[...]
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Consumer S uppor t Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 15 ge. com Broiling Guide Quantity and/ Shelf * First Side Second Side Food or Thickness Position Time (min.) Time (min.) Comments Bacon 1/2 lb. C 4 3 Arrange in single layer . (about 8 thin slices) Ground Beef 1 lb. (4 patties) C 10 7–10[...]
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Not all features are on all models . T o Set the Clock The clock must be set to the correct time of day for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. The time of day cannot be changed during a timed baking or self- cleaning cycle. T ouch the Clock pad. T ouch the number pads. T ouch the number pads the same way you read them. For exampl[...]
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Power Outage If a f lashing time is in the display, you have experienced a power failure. Reset the clock . T ouch the Clock pad once to reset . Enter the correct time of day by touching the appropriate number pads. T ouch the Star t pad. 17 Consumer S uppor t Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instruction[...]
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Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t 18 Using the timed baking and roasting features. (upper oven only) If your model has a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch during timed cooking. The latch is used for self -cleaning only. NO TE: Foods that spoil easily—su[...]
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Consumer S uppor t Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions If your model has a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch while cooking with the probe. The latch is used for self -cleaning only . For many foods , especially roasts and poultry , internal food temperature is the best test f[...]
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Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t 20 Using the conv ection ov en. (on some models) If your model has a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch during convection cooking . The latch is used for self -cleaning only . The convection oven fan shuts off when the ove[...]
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21 Consumer S uppor t Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Cookware for Convection Cooking Before using your convection oven, check to see if your cookwar e leaves room for air circulation in the oven. If you are baking with several pans, leave space between them. Also, be sure the pans do not t[...]
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Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t 22 How to Set the Upper Oven for Convection Roasting when Using the Probe (on some models) The display will flash PROBE and the oven control will signal if the probe is inser ted into the outlet , and you have not set a probe temperature an[...]
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23 Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Convection Roasting Guide Meats Minutes/Lb. Oven Temp. Internal Temp. Beef Rib (3 to 5 lbs.) Rare† 20–24 325 ° F 140 ° F Medium 24–28 325 ° F 160 ° F Well 28–32 325 ° F 170 ° F Boneless Rib, Top Sirloin Rare† 20–24 325 [...]
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24 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t Using the timed convection baking featur es. (on some models) Y ou will hear a fan while cooking with this feature. The fan will stop when the door is opened but the heat will not turn of f. NO TE: Foods that spoil easily—such as milk [...]
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25 Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Y our new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use. The following are the features and how you may activate them. The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day. T[...]
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26 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t Special features of your upper oven contr ol. 12-Hour , 24-Hour or Clock Blackout Y our control is set to use a 12-hour clock . If you would prefer to have a 24-hour military time clock or black out the clock display, follow the steps be[...]
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27 Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Using the Sabbath F eature. (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) ge. com The Sabbath feature can be used for baking/roasting in the upper oven only. It cannot be used for convection, broiling, self -cleaning or Delay Sta[...]
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28 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t How to Exit the Sabbath Featur e T ouch the Clear/Off pad. If the oven is cooking, wait for a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute, until only ⊃ is in the display. Press and hold both the Bake and Broil Hi/Lo pad[...]
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29 Consumer S uppor t Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Y ou may f ind that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks t o become more familiar with it . If you still think your new oven is t oo hot or t oo cold, you can adjust the thermostat y[...]
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Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t 30 The warming drawer will keep hot , cooked foods at ser ving t emperature. Always star t with hot food. Do not use to heat cold food other than crisping crackers , chips or dry cereal. T o Use the Warming Drawer T ouch the Warming Drawer [...]
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31 T emperature Selection Char t T o keep several different foods hot , set the control to the food needing the highest setting. ■ The temperature, type and amount of food, and the time held will affect the quality of the food. ■ Food in heat-safe glass and glass-ceramic utensils may need a higher control setting as compared to food in metal ut[...]
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32 Using the low er ov en draw er . (on some models) T o Use the Lower Oven Drawer Push in and turn the lower oven drawer knob to any desired setting. Allow the lower oven drawer to preheat . ■ The ON signal light is located on the upper right side of the knob and glows when the knob is in the ON position. It remains ON until the knob is moved to[...]
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If your model has a door latch, never force the latch handle. Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism. The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle t o work properly. Before a Clean Cycle For the first self-clean cycle, we recommend venting your kitchen with an open window or using a ventilation fan or ho[...]
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The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle t o work properly. How to Delay the Start of Cleaning Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day. On models with Gas/Control Lockout , touch and hold the Gas/Control Lockout pad for 3 seconds to turn it off. NO TE: The surface burners must be turned off prior to the se[...]
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35 Be sure electrical power is of f and all sur faces are cool before cleaning any par t 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 in tipping of the range and cause injury . Car e and clean[...]
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36 Car e and cleaning of the range. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t Burner Caps, Bases and Heads Before removing the burner caps and heads (on some models), remember their size and location. Replace them in the same location af ter cleaning. NO TE: Do not use st eel wool [...]
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ge. com Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Burner Grates Y our range has three professional-style double grates. These grates are position- specific. For maximum stability, these grates should only be used in their proper position; they cannot be interchanged left to right o[...]
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38 Car e and cleaning of the range. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t Oven Air Vents 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 locat[...]
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ge. com Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is remov able, but it is heavy . Y ou may need help removing and replacing the door. T o remove the door , open it a few inches to the special stop position that will hold the door open. Grasp firmly[...]
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Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t 40 Car e and cleaning of the range. Oven Shelves and Drawer Racks If your oven is equipped with nickel oven shelves, they should be removed from the oven before beginning the self-clean cycle. T o clean the nickel shelves, use an abrasive c[...]
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Removable Lower Oven Drawer Pan NO TE: Allow lower oven drawer t o cool before removing pan. NO TE: Wipe spills promptly af ter each use. ■ Never place, use or self-clean the lower oven drawer pan in the upper oven. ■ Lower oven drawer has a removable pan for easy cleaning. Clean with hot soapy water and a sponge or dish towel. Dry with a clean[...]
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. 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/NFP A .54, latest edition. In Canada, installation must conform with the current Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/CGA- B149.1 or the current Pro[...]
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Installation Instructions W ARNING! INST ALL A TION SAFE T Y INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions completely and carefully. Improper installation, adjustment , alteration, service or maint enance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer , service agency, manuf[...]
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29 3 / 4 ” Depth with door closed (includes door handle) Depth varies depending on model. See specifications sheet for your model. 30” 36 1 / 4 ” ± 1/4” To cabinets below cooktop and at the range back 30” 30” 6” Minimum 13” Minimum clearance to right wall Maximum depth for cabinets above countertops Front edge of the range side pan[...]
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45 Installation Instructions W ARNING! ANTI-TIP DE VICE All ranges can tip and injury could result . T o prevent accidental tipping of the range, attach an approved Anti-Tip device to the wall. (See Installing the Anti-Tip Device in this section.) To check if the device is installed and engaged properly, carefully tip the range for ward. The Anti-T[...]
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46 Installation Instructions PROVIDE ADEQUA TE GAS SUPPL Y 1 Y our range is designed t o operat e at a pressure of 5 ″ of wat er column on natural gas or , if designed for LP gas (propane or butane), 10 ″ of wat er 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 [...]
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Installation Instructions 47 Recommended area for 120V outlet on rear wall and area for through- the-wall connection of pipe stub and shut-off valve. Recommended area for through-the-floor connection of pipe stub and shut-off valve. 9” 30 ” 2 ” 4 ” 4 ” 24 ” 13 ” 14 1 / 2 ” 2 1 / 2 ” 3 ” 6 1 / 2 ” Recommended area for 120V outl[...]
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Installation Instructions RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS FLEXIBLE CONNECT OR HOOKUP Pressure regulator G as Flow into Range Flex connector (6 ft . max.) Adapter Installer : Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve. 1/ 2 ″ or 3/4 ″ Gas pipe Adapter Gas shut-off valve Pressure regulator 45° Elbow Nipple Union 90° Elbow Black iro[...]
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49 Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Electrical Requirements 120-volt , 60 Her tz, 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 associated with cer tain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extensi[...]
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ASSEMBLE SURF ACE BURNERS (CONT .) Oval (Cent er) Burner Head/Cap Assembly Place the oval (center) head/cap assembly over the electrode on the cooktop. Caps Place the matching size caps onto the burner bases or heads. Make sure that the heads (on some models) and caps are replaced in the correct locations. Grates Place the left , right and center g[...]
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CHECK IGNITION OF SURF ACE BURNERS 6 Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after the range and gas supply lines have been carefully checked for leaks. Electric Ignition Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to LITE position. Y ou will hear a clicking sound indicating proper operation of the spark [...]
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T o remove the oven bottom: A. Remove the screws holding down rear of the oven bottom. B. Grasp the oven bottom at finger slots on each side. C. Lift the rear of the oven bottom enough to clear the lip of the range frame, push it back , and then pull it up and out . 52 Installation Instructions AD JUST BR OIL AND OVEN BURNER AIR AD JUSTMENT SHUT TE[...]
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53 Installation Instructions INST ALLING THE ANTI-TIP DE VICE 10 A. 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. B. Locate the outside edge of the device 2 1 ⁄ 8 ″ toward the center of the range from the marked edge of the rang[...]
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Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the char ts on the following pages f irst and you may not need to call for ser vice. Befor e you call for service… Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Plug on range is not completely • Ma[...]
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Consumer S uppor t Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 55 Problem Possible Causes What To Do Burners do not light A fuse in your home may be • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker . (cont .) blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Burner par ts not replaced • See the Care and cleanin[...]
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Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Excessive smoking Excessiv e soil. • T ouch the Clear/Off pad. Open the windows to rid the room of smoke. Wait until the LOCKED DOOR light goes off. W ipe up the excess soil and res[...]
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Consumer S uppor t Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions ge. com Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Display goes blank A fuse in your home may be • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker . blown or the circuit breaker tripped. The clock is in the • See the Special features of your ove[...]
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58 Notes. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t[...]
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Consumer Pr oduct Ownership R egistration Im p o rta n t M a il T o d a y ! First Name Mr . ■ ■ Ms. ■ ■ Mrs. ■ ■ Miss ■ ■ Street Address City State Date Placed In Use Month Day Y ear Zip Code Apt . # Last Name Phone Number _ _ Consumer Pr oduct Ownership R egistration Dear Customer : Thank you for purchasing our product and thank yo[...]
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61 Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Accessories. Looking For Something More? Y ou can f ind these accessories and many more at ge.com (U .S .) or www.GEAppliances. ca (Canada), or call 800.626.2002 (U.S.) or 888.261.3055 (Canada) (during normal business hours). Have your m[...]
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62 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips Consumer S uppor t ■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product . ■ Improper installation, delivery or maint enance. ■ Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the int ended purpose or used commercia[...]
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63 Consumer S uppor t Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting Tips All warranty ser vice provided by our Factory S er vice Cent ers or an authorized Cust omer Care ® technician. For ser vice, call 1.800.561.3344. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service. ■ Service[...]
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Consumer S uppor t . GE Appliances W ebsit e In the U. S.: 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 O wner ’s Manuals, order par ts or even schedule ser vice on-line. In Canada: www .GE Applianc[...]