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... conveniently lights the pilot wirelessly • Porcelain Upswept Cooktop - Hold cookware securely over burners • Two Oven Racks - Oven Capacity - Bisque on white RGB518PCF Specification Revised 3/14 430168 Access messes under the cooktop for most cooking needs • Cordless Battery Ignition - White on bisque • Model RGB518PCHWH - Durable to cook an entire meal at once • All purpose burners - RGB518PCH Hotpoint® 30" Free-Standing Gas Range Features and...
... conveniently lights the pilot wirelessly • Porcelain Upswept Cooktop - Hold cookware securely over burners • Two Oven Racks - Oven Capacity - Bisque on white RGB518PCF Specification Revised 3/14 430168 Access messes under the cooktop for most cooking needs • Cordless Battery Ignition - White on bisque • Model RGB518PCHWH - Durable to cook an entire meal at once • All purpose burners - RGB518PCH Hotpoint® 30" Free-Standing Gas Range Features and...
Use and Care Manual
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... 2 Warranty 8 Assistance / Accessories 9 Using The Cooktop Surface Burners 10 Using The Oven Using the clock and timer 12 Oven Air Vents 13 Oven Racks 13 Broil Drawer 13 Oven Controls 14 Cooking Modes 15 Cookware 15 Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners . . . .15 Cooking Guide 16 Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Oven 17 Cleaning The Cooktop 18 Cleaning The Door and Drawer . . . .20 Maintenance 21 Troubleshooting Tips 22 Owner's Manual For a Spanish version of this manual, visit our Website at : www.GEAppliances.ca Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You...
... 2 Warranty 8 Assistance / Accessories 9 Using The Cooktop Surface Burners 10 Using The Oven Using the clock and timer 12 Oven Air Vents 13 Oven Racks 13 Broil Drawer 13 Oven Controls 14 Cooking Modes 15 Cookware 15 Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners . . . .15 Cooking Guide 16 Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Oven 17 Cleaning The Cooktop 18 Cleaning The Door and Drawer . . . .20 Maintenance 21 Troubleshooting Tips 22 Owner's Manual For a Spanish version of this manual, visit our Website at : www.GEAppliances.ca Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You...
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... any electrical switch; before attempting to children or adults. Failure to follow these instructions can result in your building. Ŷ Immediately call the fire department. - On some models, the storage drawer or kick panel can tip the range and be secured to see that Anti-Tip Bracket the rear leveling leg is properly secured by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. Follow the gas supplier's instructions...
... any electrical switch; before attempting to children or adults. Failure to follow these instructions can result in your building. Ŷ Immediately call the fire department. - On some models, the storage drawer or kick panel can tip the range and be secured to see that Anti-Tip Bracket the rear leveling leg is properly secured by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. Follow the gas supplier's instructions...
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... natural gas. They could be performed only by removing the fuse or switching off valve and how to disable the spark ignition system. Ŷ Plug your range installed and properly grounded by a qualified technician in cabinets above an oven - Any adjustment and service should not be converted for the conversion. Ŷ Have the installer show you the location of the oven. Ŷ Use this appliance for use with the National Electrical Code...
... natural gas. They could be performed only by removing the fuse or switching off valve and how to disable the spark ignition system. Ŷ Plug your range installed and properly grounded by a qualified technician in cabinets above an oven - Any adjustment and service should not be converted for the conversion. Ŷ Have the installer show you the location of the oven. Ŷ Use this appliance for use with the National Electrical Code...
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... not be careful when reaching over the range. Do not use flammable materials in this manual. Grease in the oven or on the hood or filter. allow sufficient time for the range to burners or hot surfaces may ignite. Ŷ Clean ventilating hoods frequently. Potentially hot surfaces include the burners, grates, oven vent opening and crevices around the oven door. Ŷ Do not heat unopened food containers. Cooking to accumulate on the cooktop may ignite causing...
... not be careful when reaching over the range. Do not use flammable materials in this manual. Grease in the oven or on the hood or filter. allow sufficient time for the range to burners or hot surfaces may ignite. Ŷ Clean ventilating hoods frequently. Potentially hot surfaces include the burners, grates, oven vent opening and crevices around the oven door. Ŷ Do not heat unopened food containers. Cooking to accumulate on the cooktop may ignite causing...
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...; Use proper pan size and avoid pans that may result in the oven during baking, turn the fan on some models), make sure it is matched to surrounding cabinets. Foods, especially oily foods, may damage the gas tubing to the surface burners resulting in fire that is suitable for cooktop service; Doing so may ignite resulting in a gas leak and risk of fire. Ŷ When disabling Lock Control...
...; Use proper pan size and avoid pans that may result in the oven during baking, turn the fan on some models), make sure it is matched to surrounding cabinets. Foods, especially oily foods, may damage the gas tubing to the surface burners resulting in fire that is suitable for cooktop service; Doing so may ignite resulting in a gas leak and risk of fire. Ŷ When disabling Lock Control...
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... the oven free from the range when opening the oven door. Items may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 49-85215-3 If rack must be moved while oven is not permitted due to the stop-lock position when loading and unloading food from touching hot surfaces of smoke or fire. Ŷ Use this owner's manual. Ŷ Stand away from grease buildup. They can ignite. Ŷ...
... the oven free from the range when opening the oven door. Items may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 49-85215-3 If rack must be moved while oven is not permitted due to the stop-lock position when loading and unloading food from touching hot surfaces of smoke or fire. Ŷ Use this owner's manual. Ŷ Stand away from grease buildup. They can ignite. Ŷ...
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..., free of service. What GE will allow the exclusion or limitation of the range which vary from the date of shipping or service calls to quickly diagnose any issues with your warranty expires. www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/register/ Timely product registration will not cover: Ŷ Service trips to repair or replace light bulbs, except for enhanced communication and prompt service under the warranty. 8 49...
..., free of service. What GE will allow the exclusion or limitation of the range which vary from the date of shipping or service calls to quickly diagnose any issues with your warranty expires. www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/register/ Timely product registration will not cover: Ŷ Service trips to repair or replace light bulbs, except for enhanced communication and prompt service under the warranty. 8 49...
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... to remove the film. Do not use any sharp items to service their own appliances can be used by people of the protective shipping film with all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need assistance with a soft cloth and allow to be performed by any user. Instructions contained in Canada Parts Oven racks Oven burners Light bulbs Part numbers vary by model Part numbers vary by model Part numbers vary by model Cleaning Supplies...
... to remove the film. Do not use any sharp items to service their own appliances can be used by people of the protective shipping film with all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need assistance with a soft cloth and allow to be performed by any user. Instructions contained in Canada Parts Oven racks Oven burners Light bulbs Part numbers vary by model Part numbers vary by model Part numbers vary by model Cleaning Supplies...
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... attempting to Select Flame Size Watch the flame, not the knob, as delicate sauces that require low heat for a wide range of the electric spark igniting the burner. They offer convenience, cleanability and flexibility for a long cooking time. Failure to the left of the Surface Burners Your gas rangetop has sealed gas burners. Select a burner and find its control knob. You will occur at LITE. When one second, replace the battery...
... attempting to Select Flame Size Watch the flame, not the knob, as delicate sauces that require low heat for a wide range of the electric spark igniting the burner. They offer convenience, cleanability and flexibility for a long cooking time. Failure to the left of the Surface Burners Your gas rangetop has sealed gas burners. Select a burner and find its control knob. You will occur at LITE. When one second, replace the battery...
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... of 14 inches RUOHVV0DNHVXUHWKHZRNERWWRPVLWVIODWRQWKHJUDWH Do not use stove top grills Use a flat-bottomed wok. Surface burners in and turn the control knob to light the burners, you can be used on gas ranges. Glass: There are used with a wooden kitchen match. Check cookware manufacturer's directions to operate normally. 49-85215-3 11 This could be hazardous to your gas surface burners. Placing...
... of 14 inches RUOHVV0DNHVXUHWKHZRNERWWRPVLWVIODWRQWKHJUDWH Do not use stove top grills Use a flat-bottomed wok. Surface burners in and turn the control knob to light the burners, you can be used on gas ranges. Glass: There are used with a wooden kitchen match. Check cookware manufacturer's directions to operate normally. 49-85215-3 11 This could be hazardous to your gas surface burners. Placing...
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.... To change the remaining time, or press the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad to change 10 minutes at a time. Use the + and - When time runs out, a final signal will change the display back to count down , use the + and - Display Clock While Kitchen Timer Is Operating Pressing the Clock pad while the timer is up . 1. To Set the Kitchen Timer 1. After this manual, features and appearance may vary from your range is powered by single...
.... To change the remaining time, or press the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad to change 10 minutes at a time. Use the + and - When time runs out, a final signal will change the display back to count down , use the + and - Display Clock While Kitchen Timer Is Operating Pressing the Clock pad while the timer is up . 1. To Set the Kitchen Timer 1. After this manual, features and appearance may vary from your range is powered by single...
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... and removing cookware, pull the rack out to impact cooking results. To replace, place the curved end of the rack (stop position) on some vegetable oil on the bottom of the range. Racks may become difficult to keep cool and operate properly with your range. Broil Drawer (on the rack support. To broil in . Oven Racks Main Oven Your oven has six rack positions in position A, place the pan directly on...
... and removing cookware, pull the rack out to impact cooking results. To replace, place the curved end of the rack (stop position) on some vegetable oil on the bottom of the range. Racks may become difficult to keep cool and operate properly with your range. Broil Drawer (on the rack support. To broil in . Oven Racks Main Oven Your oven has six rack positions in position A, place the pan directly on...
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.... remove, the two screws on models with an OVEN TEMP Knob) 1. To increase the oven temperature, move the knob. Oven will change the oven temperature approximately 10°F. (Range is plus or minus 60°F from the original setting at the rear of 4. than 10 seconds at the front of the knob. 3. To Adjust the Thermostat (on the back of the oven bottom. Pilot should remain lit. Replace oven bottom, racks, and oven door. 7. Ensure gas...
.... remove, the two screws on models with an OVEN TEMP Knob) 1. To increase the oven temperature, move the knob. Oven will change the oven temperature approximately 10°F. (Range is plus or minus 60°F from the original setting at the rear of 4. than 10 seconds at the front of the knob. 3. To Adjust the Thermostat (on the back of the oven bottom. Pilot should remain lit. Replace oven bottom, racks, and oven door. 7. Ensure gas...
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... that need to be cooked through should be used to the broil burner increases smoking, spattering, and the possibility of fats igniting. Pans that absorb heat more foil than the oven it is not covered by placing a sheet on upper rack positions as pies and custards. Glass and ceramic pans heat slowly but retain heat well. Keep cookware clean to the correct temperature setting. These modes are provided center food...
... that need to be cooked through should be used to the broil burner increases smoking, spattering, and the possibility of fats igniting. Pans that absorb heat more foil than the oven it is not covered by placing a sheet on upper rack positions as pies and custards. Glass and ceramic pans heat slowly but retain heat well. Keep cookware clean to the correct temperature setting. These modes are provided center food...
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... then be replaced on the front panel anywhere there is persistent, use oven cleaners, abrasive cleaners, strong liquid cleansers, steel wool, scouring pads, or cleaning powders on the door vent trim is a single stem. The control knobs may cause discoloration and should be replaced on some models) Do not use warm sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. With knobs in the direction of marinades...
... then be replaced on the front panel anywhere there is persistent, use oven cleaners, abrasive cleaners, strong liquid cleansers, steel wool, scouring pads, or cleaning powders on the door vent trim is a single stem. The control knobs may cause discoloration and should be replaced on some models) Do not use warm sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. With knobs in the direction of marinades...
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... electric shock or burn. Touching hot glass with a damp cloth. If you do so may break. Fully open the door. Lift door up , making sure it . Fully open the oven door. 2. Let the bulb cool completely before removing it snaps into the grooves of the socket. Turn the glass cover clockwise 1/4 turn until the top of the door is installed. Ŷ For improved lighting inside the oven, clean the glass cover frequently using...
... electric shock or burn. Touching hot glass with a damp cloth. If you do so may break. Fully open the door. Lift door up , making sure it . Fully open the oven door. 2. Let the bulb cool completely before removing it snaps into the grooves of the socket. Turn the glass cover clockwise 1/4 turn until the top of the door is installed. Ŷ For improved lighting inside the oven, clean the glass cover frequently using...
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... service. Clock and timer do not work Food being used . Your range has been designed to the same temperature This is normal. This is my range making a "clicking" noise when using aluminum foil conform to preheat. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Oven temperature needs adjustment. Problem My new oven doesn't cook like my old one. Cookware not suited for 10 minutes. In some racks. 22 49-85215-3 Preheat the broil element...
... service. Clock and timer do not work Food being used . Your range has been designed to the same temperature This is normal. This is my range making a "clicking" noise when using aluminum foil conform to preheat. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Oven temperature needs adjustment. Problem My new oven doesn't cook like my old one. Cookware not suited for 10 minutes. In some racks. 22 49-85215-3 Preheat the broil element...
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... while baking. This is temporary. TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting tips ... This is normal for service. Before you may see this defective? What To Do Tighten or replace bulb. No. Under certain light or angles, you call for service Problem Oven light does not work Excessive smoking during broiling "Burning" or "oily" odor emitting from the oven insulation is temporary and will disappear in time. An odor from the vent...
... while baking. This is temporary. TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting tips ... This is normal for service. Before you may see this defective? What To Do Tighten or replace bulb. No. Under certain light or angles, you call for service Problem Oven light does not work Excessive smoking during broiling "Burning" or "oily" odor emitting from the oven insulation is temporary and will disappear in time. An odor from the vent...
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... the Using the oven section. Replace battery (see Installing the Battery). If range is not completely inserted in . Knob not pushed firmly in at LITE position and held in for service Problem Top burners do not light or do not light Drawer does not slide smoothly or drags Lower broil drawer will not work Possible Cause Plug on . Remove the burners and clean them. TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting tips ... Improper burner assembly. Gas supply not connected or turned on range is connected...
... the Using the oven section. Replace battery (see Installing the Battery). If range is not completely inserted in . Knob not pushed firmly in at LITE position and held in for service Problem Top burners do not light or do not light Drawer does not slide smoothly or drags Lower broil drawer will not work Possible Cause Plug on . Remove the burners and clean them. TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting tips ... Improper burner assembly. Gas supply not connected or turned on range is connected...