Instructions Safety, Burner Grates and Vent Grille

Instructions

Care and cleaning of the range.

Burner Grates and Vent Grille

Instructions Safety

Porcelain enamel burner grates and the vent grille should be washed regularly and, of course, after spillovers.

The grates may be washed either in the dishwasher or you may wash them in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water. You may also use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads to clean burner grates and the vent grille. Dry the grates and grille with a cloth—don’t put them back on the cooktop wet.

grate. The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.

After cleaning, replace the center vent grille first. Replace the side grates so that the center extensions are oriented toward the center of the cooktop. The rear center extensions should slightly overlap the vent grille. Make sure the grates are positioned securely over the burners and that they are stable and level.

Rubber Grate Feet

and Cleaning Operating

To get rid of burned-on food, place the grates and grille in a covered container. Add 1/4 cup (59 mL) ammonia and let them soak several hours or overnight.

Wash, rinse well and dry.

Although they’re durable, the grates and grille will gradually lose their shine, regardless of the best care you can give them. This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures.

Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the

For stability, your cooktop has rubber feet on the burner grates. If any of these rubber feet should become damaged or lost, replace them immediately.

To order replacement rubber grate feet, please call our toll-free number:

National Parts

Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.626.2002 (U.S.)

800.661.1616 (Canada)

ge.com (U.S.) www.GEAppliances.ca (Canada)

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Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care

Socket

Receptacle

Bulb

Tab

Glass cover

Oven Light Bulbs

NOTE: The glass cover should be removed only when cold. Wearing latex gloves may offer a better grip.

CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the oven at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel.

Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely.

For your safety, do not touch a hot bulb with bare hands or a damp cloth.

To remove:

Turn the glass cover counterclockwise 1/4 turn until the tabs of the glass cover clear the grooves of the socket.

Using gloves or a dry cloth, remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.

To replace:

Use a new 130-volt halogen bulb, not to exceed 50 watts.

Using gloves or a dry cloth, remove the bulb from its packaging. Do not touch the bulb with bare fingers.

Receptacle

Use gloves or cloth

Push the bulb straight into the receptacle all the way.

Place the tabs of the glass cover into the grooves of the socket. Turn the glass cover clockwise 1/4 turn to engage.

For improved lighting inside the oven, clean the glass cover frequently using a wet cloth. This should be done when the oven is completely cool.

Reconnect electrical power to the oven.