Americana Appliances ABS300 Burning or oily, Odor emitting from, Oven vent, Strong odor

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Problem		Possible Causes	What To Do

“Burning” or “oily”		This is normal in a new oven	• To speed the process, set a self-clean cycle for a
odor emitting from the		and will disappear in time.	minimum of 3 hours. See the Using the self-cleaning
oven vent			oven section.

Strong odor		An odor from the insulation	• This is temporary.
		around the inside of the oven
		is normal for the first few times
		the oven is used.

Self-Cleaning Models

Oven will not self-clean		The oven temperature is too	• Allow the range to cool to room temperature and
		high to set a self-clean operation.	reset the controls.

		Oven controls improperly set.	• See the Using the self-cleaning oven section.

		Oven door is not in the locked	• Make sure you move the door latch handle all the way to
		position.	the right.

Oven starts a self-clean		Oven door locked during	• Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF. Allow the
cycle when you wanted		cooking.	oven to cool. Never force the door latch handle.
to bake, roast or broil

“Crackling” or		This is the sound of the metal	• This is normal.
“popping” sound		heating and cooling during both
		the cooking and cleaning
		functions.

Excessive smoking		Excessive soil.	•Press the CLEAR/OFF pad. Open the windows to rid
during a clean cycle			the room of smoke. Wait until the light on the
			SELF CLEAN pad goes off. Wipe up the excess soil
			and reset the clean cycle.

Oven door will		Oven too hot.	•Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature.
not unlock

Oven not clean after a		Oven controls not properly set.	•See Using the self-cleaning oven section.
clean cycle

		Oven was heavily soiled.	•Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean
			cycle. Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean
			again or for a longer period of time.

Safety Instructions

Instructions	Operating

Care and Cleaning

Instructions	Installation

Troubleshooting Tips

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Contents Ranges Operating Installation InstructionsInstructions Consumer SupportTips Operating InstructionsCare CleaningOperating Instructions Consumer Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning InstallationTroubleshooting Tips SupportHow to Set Using the surface unitsIndicator Lights on radiant glass models only Temperature Limiter SafetyAbout 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 OutageHow to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop Using the timed baking Roasting features. on some modelsHow 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 ShelvesControl Panel and Knobs Broiler Pan & GridTo 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 SealBefore YOU Begin For Your SafetyANTI-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 ANTI-TIP Device Installation Replace the Wire CoverLevel the Range Final Installation Checklist Operation ChecklistBefore you call for service… Properly See the Adjust the oven thermostat-Easy to do Coil 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