GE XL44 Use And Care & Installation Manual

Self-cleaning gas range

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Use and Care & Installation Guide

Safety Instructions

Anti-Tip Device ............................2, 3, 38, 46

Operating Instructions, Tips

Aluminum Foil ...................5, 19, 23-25, 27

Clock and Timer ...................................11, 12

Features .......................................................6, 7

Oven .......................................................16-30

Baking .................................................18-20

Broiling, Broiling Guide ...................25, 26

Door Latch ............11, 18, 23, 25, 27-29

Electric Ignition ........................................16

Light; Bulb Replacement ................16, 35

Oven Control .....................................11, 12

Preheating .................................................18

Roasting, Roasting Guide ...............23, 24

Self-Cleaning Instructions .............27-30

Shelves ............................5, 17-19, 23, 27

Special Features of Your Control ...13-15

Timed Baking ....................................20, 21

Surface Cooking ........................................8, 9

Control Settings ..........................................8

Care and Cleaning

Broiler Pan and Grid ........................................34

Burner Assembly .................................31-33

Cooktop ..................................................33, 36

Door Removal ..............................................34

Oven Bottom ................................................33

Oven Vents ...................................................36

Self-Cleaning Instructions .................27-30

Storage Drawer ...........................................35

GE Appliances

XL44

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Self-Cleaning Gas Range

Before You Call

For Service

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Thermostat Adjustment-

Do It Yourself ............................................22

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
.........50–52 Anti-Tip Device ......2, 3, 38, 46 Thermostat Adjustment— Do It Yourself ..........22 More questions ?…call Operating Instructions, Tips GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000 Aluminum Foil ....5, 19, 23–25, 27 Clock and Timer ........11, 12 Features ............6, 7 Preparation Oven ............16–30 ........37–46...
Page 2: Before You Call For Service
It lists causes of minor operating To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in problems that you can correct yourself. the back of this guide. To obtain replacement parts, contact GE/Hotpoint Service Centers. WARNING We’re proud of our service and want you to be •...
Page 3: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE • Be sure all packing materials are removed from the range before operating it to prevent fire or • The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic smoke damage should the packing material ignite. Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California •...
Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) • CAUTION: ITEMS OF INTEREST TO Surface Cooking CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED IN • Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats. CABINETS ABOVE A RANGE OR ON THE • Always use the LITE position (on electric BACKSPLASH OF A RANGE—CHILDREN ignition models) or the HI position (on standing CLIMBING ON THE RANGE TO REACH...
Page 5 • When using glass cookware, make sure it is • Keep the oven free from grease buildup. designed for top-of-range cooking. • Pulling out the shelf to the shelf-stop is a • If a combination of oils or fats will be used convenience in lifting heavy foods.
Page 6 FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE Features and appearance may vary. MASK FOR SHELVES...
Page 7: Anti-Tip Device
Feature Index See page (Not all models have all features. Appearance of features varies.) 1 Air Intake (under storage drawer or kick panel) 4, 36 2 Model and Serial Numbers (on front frame of range, behind storage drawer or removable kick panel) 3 Anti-Tip Device 2, 3, 38, 46 Lower right rear corner on range back.
Page 8 SURFACE COOKING Surface Burner Controls The knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are On ranges with sealed burners: located on the control panel in front of the burners. • The smaller burner (right rear position) will give The two knobs on the left control the left front and the best simmer results.
Page 9 Top-of-Range Cookware Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is Glass: There are two types of glass cookware—those recommended because it heats quickly and evenly. for oven use only and those for top-of-range cooking Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet. (saucepans, coffee and teapots). Glass conducts heat Use saucepans with tight-fitting lids when cooking very slowly.
Page 10: Timed Baking
FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN CONTROL (on models with INCREASE [+] and DECREASE [–] pads only) 1. BAKE. Press this pad to select the bake function. 11. INCREASE (+). Short taps to this pad increase the time or temperature by small amounts. 2.
Page 11 FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN CONTROL (on models with number pads only) 1. BAKE. Press this pad to select the bake function. 11. NUMBER PADS. Use to set any function requiring numbers—for example, the time of day 2. BROIL HI/LO. Press this pad to select the broil on the clock, the timer, the oven temperature, the function.
Page 12: Power Failure
OVEN CONTROL, CLOCK AND TIMER Clock To Set the Clock The clock must be set before the 1. Press the CLOCK pad. 3. Press the START pad. controls for the oven will work. This enters the time and starts the clock. The time of day clock cannot be 2.
Page 13: Special Features Of Your Oven Control
The control has a series of tones that will sound at different times. These tones may sound while you set the control for an oven function or at the end of the oven function. They will also alert you when an incorrect time or temperature has been entered or if there is a problem with the oven.
Page 14: Features
SPECIAL FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN CONTROL (on models with number pads only) 12 Hour Shut-Off Cook and Hold With this feature, should you forget and leave the oven Your new control has a cook and hold feature that on, the control will automatically turn off the oven keeps cooked foods warm for up to 3 hours after the after 12 hours during baking functions or after 3 hours cooking function is finished.
Page 15: Control Lockout
Control Lockout Your control will allow you to lock down the touch pads so they cannot be activated when pressed. 1. Press the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO pads at the same time for 2 seconds until the display shows “SF.” 2.
Page 16: Oven
USING YOUR OVEN Before Using Your Oven Be sure you understand how to set the controls properly. Practice removing and replacing the shelves while the oven is cool. Read the information and tips on the following pages. Keep this guide handy where you can refer to it, especially during the first weeks of using your new range.
Page 17: Oven Shelves
Oven Vents The oven is vented through duct openings at the rear • Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may of the cooktop. See the Features section. Do not block become hot if left too close to the vent. these openings when cooking in the oven—it is •...
Page 18: Baking
BAKING If your model has a latch, do not lock the oven If you think an adjustment is necessary, see the Adjust door during baking. The latch is used for self- the Oven Thermostat section. It gives easy Do It cleaning only.
Page 19: Pan Placement
Pan Placement For even cooking and proper browning, there must be Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the enough room for air circulation in the oven. Baking oven. Allow 1– to 1 ⁄ –inch space between pans as results will be better if baking pans are centered as well as from the back of the oven, the door and the much as possible rather than being placed to the front...
Page 20: Timed Baking
BAKING (continued) Baking Pans Use the proper baking pan. The type of finish on the • Glass baking dishes also absorb heat. When pan determines the amount of browning that will occur. baking in glass baking dishes, the temperature may need to be reduced by 25°F. •...
Page 21 How to Set Delay Start and Automatic Stop If you would like to check the times Quick Reminder: you have set, press the DELAY START 1. Press the BAKE pad. or START TIME pad to check the start time you have set or press the 2.
Page 22: Do It Yourself
ADJUST THE OVEN THERMOSTAT— DO IT YOURSELF! You may find that your new oven If you think your new oven is too We do not recommend the use of cooks differently than the one it hot or too cold, you can adjust thermometers, such as those replaced.
Page 23 ROASTING If your model has a latch, do not lock the oven Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats. door with the door latch during roasting. This is Therefore, oven controls are set for Baking or Timed used for self-cleaning only. Baking.
Page 24: Roasting Guide
ROASTING Questions and Answers Q. Is it necessary to check for doneness with a Q. Do I need to preheat my oven each time I cook meat thermometer? a roast or poultry? A. Checking the finished internal temperature at the A.
Page 25 BROILING If your model has a latch, do not lock the oven The oven door must be closed during broiling. door with the latch during broiling. The latch is Turn the food only once during broiling. Time the used for self-cleaning only. foods for the first side according to the Broiling Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above Guide.
Page 26: Broiling Guide
BROILING GUIDE The oven door must be closed during broiling. • If desired, marinate meats or chicken before broiling. Or brush with barbecue sauce last 5 to 10 • Always use the broiler pan and grid that comes with minutes only. your range.
Page 27 OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN Normal Cleaning Time: 4 hours Before a Clean Cycle 3. Clean spatters or spills on the oven front frame, and Quick Reminder: the oven door outside the gasket with a dampened cloth. The oven front frame and the oven door outside 1.
Page 28 OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN (continued) How to Set the Oven for Cleaning 3. Press the SELF CLEAN pad. Quick Reminder: 1. Prepare the oven for cleaning. 4. Press the + or – or number pads until the desired 2. Close and latch the oven door. If your range Clean Time is displayed.
Page 29 How to Delay Start of Cleaning Delay Start is setting the oven timer to start the clean 6. Press the DELAY START or cycle automatically at a later time than the present START TIME pad. time of day. NOTE: Before beginning make sure the oven clock shows the correct time of day.
Page 30 OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN (continued) Questions and Answers Q. If my oven clock is not set to the correct time of Q. Should there be any odor during the cleaning? day, can I still self-clean my oven? A. Yes, there will be an odor during the first few A.
Page 31: Care And Cleaning
CARE AND CLEANING Proper care and cleaning are important so your range BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow DISCONNECTED BEFORE CLEANING ANY these directions carefully in caring for it to help assure PART OF YOUR RANGE. safe and proper maintenance.
Page 32: Sealed Burner Assemblies
CARE AND CLEANING (continued) CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS AND DRIP PANS (IF SO EQUIPPED) IN PLACE. Sealed Burner Assemblies Burner Heads (on some models) (on sealed burners only) NOTE: Before removing the burner heads and Grate caps, remember their size and location.
Page 33: Cooktop
Burner Grates Lift out when cool. To get rid of burned-on food, place the grates in a covered container (or plastic bag) with 1/4 cup Grates should be washed regularly and, of course, ammonia to loosen the soil. Let sit overnight after spillovers.
Page 34 CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable, • Do not rub or clean the door gasket—the but it is heavy. You may need help fiberglass material of the gasket has an extremely removing and replacing the door. low resistance to abrasion.
Page 35: Control Panel And Knobs
Oven Light Replacement (on some models ) CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb, DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS TO disconnect the electrical power to the range at the REMOVE COVER. main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Be sure to let 2.
Page 36: Oven Air Vents
CARE AND CLEANING (continued) 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 located at the rear of the cooktop, at the top and bottom of the oven door, and at the bottom of the range, under the kick panel or storage drawer (depending on the model).
Page 37: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY IMPORTANT Remove all packing material and If you smell gas: literature from oven before connecting 1. Open windows. gas and electrical supply to range. 2. Don’t touch electrical switches. 3. Extinguish any open flame. 4. Immediately call your gas supplier. DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces.
Page 38 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • If cabinets are placed above the range, allow a minimum clearance of 30² between the cooking Installation of this range must conform with surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets. local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI •...
Page 39: Model And Serial Number Location
GENERAL MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION • See Dimensions and Clearances in this section Depending on your range, you’ll find the for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. These model and serial numbers on a label on the dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. front frame of the range, behind the storage The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening drawer or kick panel.
Page 40 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) PROVIDE ADEQUATE GAS SUPPLY Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations Your range is designed to operate at a pressure for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners of 4² of water column on natural gas or, if designed This area allows for LP gas (propane or butane), 10²...
Page 41 Flexible Connector Hookup for Models Flexible Connector and Rigid Pipe Hookups for Equipped with Sealed Burners Models Equipped with Standard Twin Burners Flexible Rigid Pipe Pressure Connector Hookup Regulator Gas Flow into Range Hookup Pressure 90° Union Regulator Nipple Elbow Adapter 90°...
Page 42 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (continued) (on some models) 1. Install a manual gas line shut-off valve in the Electrical Requirements gas line in an easily accessed location outside of 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded branch the range.
Page 43 Usage Situations where Appliance Usage Situations where Appliance Power Power Cord will be Disconnected Infrequently. Cord will be Disconnected Frequently. An adapter may be used only on a 15-amp Do not use an adapter plug in these situations circuit. Do not use an adapter on a 20-amp because disconnecting of the power cord circuit.
Page 44 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) SEAL THE OPENINGS Quality of Flames Seal any openings in the wall behind the range The combustion quality of burner flames needs and in the floor under the range when hookups to be determined visually. are completed. (A) Yellow flames—...
Page 45: Air Adjustment
ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER AIR To determine if the bottom ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS IF NECESSARY burner flames Air adjustment shutters for the top and bottom are burning burners regulate the flow of air to the flames. properly, remove the oven bottom. Air adjustment shutter Flames should...
Page 46 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE For cement or concrete construction, you ² lag bolt and a 1/2² O.D. will need a 1/4² x 1 ⁄ sleeve anchor, which are not provided. Drill WARNING: the recommended size hole for the hardware. •...
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Page 50: Before You Call For Service
QUESTIONS? BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE… PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE TOP BURNERS DO NOT • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live power outlet. LIGHT OR DO NOT • Burner holes on the side or around the top of burner may be clogged. Remove BURN EVENLY burners (on models with standard twin burners) or burner heads (on models with sealed burners) or burner caps on spill-proof models, and clean them with a...
Page 51 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CLOCK DOES NOT WORK • Range electrical plug must be securely seated in a live power outlet. Check for blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker. OVEN LIGHT DOES NOT • Bulb may be loose or burned out. COME ON •...
Page 52 • Improper air/gas ratio in oven. Adjust oven burner air shutter. • An odor from the insulation around the oven liner is normal for the first few times oven is used. This is temporary. If you need more help…call, toll free: ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 consumer information service...
Page 53: Warranty
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Page 54 Our information call the ® a safety modification. service number is GE Answer Center 800-GE-CARES 800.626.2000. (800-452-2737). Model Number Serial Number Important: If you did not get a registration card with your product, detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered.
Page 55: Parts And Accessories
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