GE 04-09 JR Tips Consumer Support, Burner Grates, Cooktop Surface, Instructions, Installation

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Safety

Appearance may vary.

The grates may be cleaned in a dishwasher.

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The oven has 5 rack positions.

Place the gray porcelain-coated racks in positions “R”, “B” and “D” for self- cleaning the grates. Place one grate each on the oven racks from side to side.

Burner Grates

Yourrangehasthreeprofessional-style double grates. Thesegratesare position-specific. Formaximum stability,thesegratesshould only be usedin theirproperpositions.For convenience, theundersidesof the side grates aremarked “OUTSIDE.”Make sure thefront portion of both gratesis in front. Thecenter grate can be interchangedfrontto back.

Cleaning Grates—Soap and Water

Lift grates out when cool. Gratesshould be washed regularlyand, of course, after spillovers. Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water.When replacing the grates, be sure they are positioned securely over the burners. Replace the grates so that straight lines are formed

with the center ribs of all three grates.

Cleaning Grates—Self-Clean Oven

To get rid of burned-onfood, you may use the self-clean cycle of your range. Remove any burnt-on food particles that you can prior to placing the gratesin the oven. Place the gray porcelain-coated racksin positions “R”,“B” and “D”.

NOTE: Do not clean the griddle in the self-cleaningoven.

Place one grate each on the oven racks from side to side. Follow the instructions for how to set the upper oven for cleaning.

NOTE: Use caution when removing the grates from the oven after the self-clean cycle has ended. The grates may stillbe hot.

For heavily-soiled grates, you may notice some white ash on the grate.Wipe it off with a damp cloth after the gratecools.

If white spots remain, remove them with a soap-filled scouring pad and rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture.

These deposits are usually a salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle.

Cleaning Grates—Dishwasher

The grates may be cleaned in the dishwasher. Remove any burnt-on food particles that you can prior to placing the grates in the dishwasher. Place them on the lowest rack of the dishwasher and run on a “heavy duty” cycle.

Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.

Although the grates are durable, they will gradually lose their shine, regardless of the best care you can give them. This is due to their continual exposureto high temperatures and abrasion by the cookware.

Support Bumpers

If one or moreof the circular silicone grate support bumpers in the cooktop are missing or damaged, replacement parts can be obtained by calling 1.800.GE.CARES.

To insert the new bumpers, simply insert the cone shaped end and push down while gently twisting or rocking the bumper.

Instructions Operating Instructions

Instructions Installation

Troubleshooting

Cooktop Surface

To avoid damagingthe stainless steel surface of the cooktop and to prevent it frombecoming dull, clean up spills right away. Foods with a lot of acid (tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices, etc.) or foodswith high sugarcontent could cause a dull spot if allowed to set.

When the surface has cooled, wash and rinse. For other spills such as fat spatterings,etc., wash with soap and water once the surface has cooled. Then rinse and polish with a

dry cloth.

NOTE: Do not store flammable materials in an oven, drawer or near the cooktop. Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

NOTE: Do not lift the cooktop. Lifting the cooktop can lead to damage and improperoperation of the range.

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