Americana Appliances ABS300 installation instructions Before you call for service…

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Before you call for service…

 

 

 

 

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Troubleshooting Tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Problem

 

Possible Causes

What To Do

 

 

 

 

Radiant Cooktops

 

 

 

Surface units will not

 

Improper cookware

•Use pans which are flat and match the diameter

maintain a rolling boil

 

being used.

of the surface unit selected.

or cooking is not

 

 

 

fast enough

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surface units do

 

A fuse in your home may be

• Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

not work properly

 

blown or the circuit breaker

 

 

 

tripped.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cooktop controls

• Check to see the correct control is set for the surface

 

 

improperly set.

unit you are using.

 

 

 

 

Scratches (may appear

 

Incorrect cleaning

• Scratches are not removable. Tiny scratches will become

as cracks) on cooktop

 

methods being used.

less visible in time as a result of cleaning.

glass surface

 

Cookware with rough bottoms

• To avoid scratches, use the recommended cleaning

 

 

being used or coarse particles

procedures. Make sure bottoms of cookware are clean

 

 

(salt or sand) were between

before use, and use cookware with smooth bottoms.

 

 

the cookware and the surface

 

 

 

of the cooktop.

 

 

 

Cookware has been slid

 

 

 

across the cooktop surface.

 

 

 

 

 

Areas of discoloration

 

Food spillovers not cleaned

• See the Cleaning the glass cooktop section.

on the cooktop

 

before next use.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hot surface on a model

• This is normal. The surface may appear discolored

 

 

with a light-colored glass

when it is hot. This is temporary and will disappear

 

 

cooktop.

as the glass cools.

 

 

 

 

Plastic melted to

 

Hot cooktop came into

• See the Glass surface—potential for permanent damage

the surface

 

contact with plastic placed

section in the Cleaning the glass cooktop section.

 

 

on the hot cooktop.

 

 

 

 

 

Pitting (or indentation)

 

Hot sugar mixture spilled

• Call a qualified technician for replacement.

of the cooktop

 

on the cooktop.

 

 

 

 

 

Frequent cycling

 

Improper cookware

• Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling.

off and on of

 

being used.

 

surface units

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Safety Instructions

 

 

Instructions

Operating

 

Care and Cleaning

 

 

Instructions

Installation

 

Troubleshooting Tips

 

 

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Contents Ranges Operating Installation InstructionsInstructions Consumer SupportTips Operating InstructionsCleaning CareOperating Instructions Consumer Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning InstallationTroubleshooting Tips SupportUsing the surface units How to SetIndicator Lights on radiant glass models only Safety Temperature LimiterAbout the radiant surface units… Selecting types of cookware Safety Instructions Using the oven controls. on some modelsSafety Instructions Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and SettingsOn models without an oven temperature knob Using the ovenClock and Kitchen Timer on some models Oven Temperature Knob on some modelsBroiling Guide Never cover the oven bottom with aluminum foilBroiling Guide Operating InstructionsTo Set the Clock Using the clock and timer. on some modelsTo Set the Timer Touch the Kitchen Timer ON/OFF or Timer ON/OFF padEnd of Cycle Tones on some models To Reset the TimerTo Cancel the Timer Power OutageUsing the timed baking Roasting features. on some models How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic StopHow to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop Hour Shut-Off Special features of your oven control. on some modelsDesigned for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays Using the Sabbath Feature. on some modelsHow to Set for Regular Baking/Roasting Troubleshooting Tips Consumer SupportHow to Exit the Sabbath Feature Type of margarine will affect baking performance To Adjust the Thermostat with this Type of KnobTo Adjust the Thermostat on Other Models Each notch changes the temperature by 10FHow to Set the Oven for Cleaning Using the self-cleaning oven. on some modelsTipsTroubleshooting SupportConsumer Before a Clean CycleAfter a Clean Cycle Instructions InstallationHow to Delay the Start of Cleaning To Stop a Clean CycleLift-Off Oven Door Care and cleaning of the rangeTo clean the inside of the door To clean the outside of the doorTo remove the cover Oven Light Replacement on some modelsOven Heating Elements Oven ShelvesBroiler Pan & Grid Control Panel and KnobsTo remove the storage drawer To replace the storage drawer Lift-Up Cooktop on some models TroubleshootingTips Porcelain Enamel Cooktop on some modelsNational Parts Center 800.626.2002 Ge.com Oven VentPainted Surfaces on some models Do not use a steel-wool pad it will scratch the surfaceBurned-On Residue Cleaning the glass cooktop. on some modelsNormal Daily Use Cleaning Instructions OperatingTo Order Parts Cerama Bryte Cleaning Pads forMetal Marks and Scratches Cooktop SealFor Your Safety Before YOU BeginANTI-TIP Device Remove Shipping Materials Materials YOU MAY NeedTools YOU will Need Parts IncludedElectrical Requirements Electrical ConnectionsElectrical Connections Wire Power Cord Installation Wire Conduit Installation Replace the Wire Cover ANTI-TIP Device InstallationLevel the Range Final Installation Checklist Operation ChecklistBefore you call for service… Properly See the Adjust the oven thermostat-Easy to doCoil Cooktops Surface units Not functioningBroil properly Control signals afterOr delay start Display flashes bAd Food does notHot or too cold Oven temperature tooClock and timer do Power outageClean cycle Self-Cleaning ModelsDuring a clean cycle Not unlock Oven not clean after aLooking For Something More? AccessoriesWe’ll Cover Any Appliance. Anywhere. Anytime Consumer Product Ownership Registration One Year Electric Range WarrantyWhat Is Not Covered We Will ProvideContact Us Consumer Support

ABS300 specifications

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