GE P2B918DEMWW Use and Care Manual
GE P2B918DEMWW - 30" Dual Range Manual
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- GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 1
34 Lift-Off Oven Door 35 Lower Oven Drawer 36 Oven Air Vents 37 Oven Heating Elements 35 Oven Light Replacement . . . . . .38 Oven Racks 38 Sealed Burner Assemblies . . . .31 Self-Cleaning 29, 30 Stainless Steel Surfaces 33 Installation Owner's Manual Instructions 39-52 & Installation - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 2
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS ■ Do not try to light any appliance. ■ Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. ■ Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. ■ If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 3
Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. ANTI-TIP DEVICE To reduce the risk of tipping the range - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 4
qualified gas range installers or service technicians. ■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other service should be referred to a qualified technician. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 5
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 lower oven drawer or kick panel. ■ Do not lift the cooktop. Lifting the cooktop can lead to damage and improper operation of the range. 5 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 6
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Installation Instructions the burner to work improperly. This may range and call a qualified service technician. Never use an open flame to locate a leak. ■ Always turn the surface burner controls off before removing cookware. 6 Consumer Support Troubleshooting - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 7
Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com ELECTRIC WARMING DRAWER AND LOWER OVEN DRAWER ■ The purpose of the warming drawer and WARM ZONE setting of the lower oven use or self-clean the lower oven drawer pan in the upper oven. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 8
other cookware. ■ Clean only parts listed in this Owner's Manual. ■ If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn the oven off and disconnect the power supply. Have it serviced by a qualified technician. ■ Never place, use or self-clean the lower oven drawer pan in the upper oven. ■ Do not clean - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 9
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the gas surface burners. ge.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Before Lighting a Gas Burner ■ Make sure all burners are in place. ■ Make sure all grates on the range are properly placed before using any - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 10
a preheated surface. Preheat griddle according to the guide below, then switch to the desired cook setting. Links HI 5 min Hot Sandwiches HI (such as 4 min Grilled Cheese) 3 (MED-LOW) 4 (MED-LOW) 7 (MED-HI) 4 (MED) 5 (MED) 5 (MED) HI NOTE: Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 10 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 11
to work improperly, resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable standards. This could be dangerous to your health. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support In Case of Power Failure In case of a power failure, you can light the gas surface burners on your range with - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 12
this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Features, appearance and pad locations may vary. Oven Control, Clock, Timer and Features (on some models) Bake Pad Touch to select the bake function. Oven Light On - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 13
, which may cause them to burst. ■ Metal items will become very hot if they are left on the cooktop, and could cause burns. Upper Oven Light Touch the OVEN LIGHT pad on the upper control panel to turn the light on or off. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 14
other, and leave approximately 11⁄ 2″ between pans, from the front, back and sides of the wall. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Aluminum Foil Do not use aluminum foil on the bottom of the oven. Do not use aluminum foil to catch spillovers when using the CircuWave fan. The foil will be sucked - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 15
Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Close the door. Always broil with the door closed. NOTE: Broil will not work if the temperature probe is plugged in. ge.com How to Set the Upper Oven for Broiling-Close the oven This guide is based on meats at refrigerator temperature. - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 16
6 second tone can be canceled by following the steps in the Special features of your oven control section under Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips To Reset the Timer If the display is still showing the time remaining, you may change it by touching the Kitchen - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 17
Clear/Off pad to clear the display if necessary. Remove the food from the oven. Remember, even though the oven turns off automatically, food left in the oven will continue cooking after the oven turns off. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support How to Set a Delayed Start - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 18
as meat loaf or casseroles. Insert the probe into the meatiest part of the inner thigh from below and parallel to the leg of a whole turkey. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips How to Set the Upper Oven For Cooking When Using the Probe Insert the probe into the food - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 19
in the recipe. ■ Some package instructions for frozen casseroles, main dishes or baked goods have been developed using commercial convection ovens. For best results in this oven, preheat the oven and use the temperature, for regular baking, on the package. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 19 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 20
temperature is reached. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips When convection baking with only 1 rack, follow the rack positions recommended in the Using the Oven section. Multi-Rack Baking The number of racks provided depends on your model. Because heated air is - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 21
Operating Instructions ge.com If your model has a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch during convection cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. For best results when roasting large turkeys and roasts, we recommend using the probe included in the convection oven. How - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 22
55 total 55-60 total 24-26 8-11 7-10 16-19 Oven Temp. 300°F 300°F 300°F 300°F 300°F 300°F 300 °-185°F 180°-185°F 170°F * Stuffed birds generally require 30-45 minutes additional roasting time. Shield Guide, USDA Rev. June 1985.) Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 22 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 23
Clear/Off pad to clear the display if necessary. Remove the food from the oven. Remember, even though the oven turns off automatically, food left in the oven will continue cooking after the oven turns off. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support How to Set a Delayed Start - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 24
oven on, the control will automatically turn off the oven display shows CON BEEP (continual beep) and BEEP. Touch the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad again. The display shows BEEP. (This cancels the one beep every 6 seconds.) Touch the Start pad. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 25
The display will show Hld OFF. Touch the Cooking Time pad again to activate the feature. The display will show Hld ON. Touch the Start pad to activate the cook and hold feature and leave the control set in this special features mode. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 26
using the number pads and touch the Start pad. When cooking is finished, the display will change from ⊃ to ⊃ and 0:00 will appear, indicating that the oven has turned OFF but is still set in Sabbath. Remove the cooked food. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 26 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 27
oven control must be reset. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Adjust the upper oven thermostat-Do it yourself! You may find that your new oven , pies, pastries, cookies or candies are made with low fat spreads. The lower the fat content of a spread product, the more - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 28
Instructions Safety Instructions Using the lower oven drawer. (on some models) The lower oven drawer may be used to bake foods using the same times and temperatures as a standard oven. Foods ideal for baking in the lower oven Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 28 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 29
, touch the Clear/Off pad. When the LOCKED DOOR light goes off, indicating the oven has cooled below the locking temperature, unlatch the door (on models with a latch) and open the door. The oven shuts off automatically when the clean cycle is complete. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 29 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 30
. ■ If the racks become hard to slide, apply a small amount of vegetable oil or cooking oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the oven racks with the paper towel. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 30 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 31
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of the range. ge.com Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 32
them thoroughly by setting in a warm oven for 30 minutes. Replacement Burner Heads Replace range Slot Electrode Caps Replace the matching size caps onto the burner bases or heads. Medium cap Small cap Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Large cap Front of range - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 33
of the best care you can give them. This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures. You will notice this sooner with lighter color grates. NOTE: Do not clean the grates in a self-cleaning oven. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Cooktop Surface - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 34
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the range. Griddle NOTES: ■ The griddle is to be used over the center burner only. burners before removing the griddle. Use caution when handling a hot griddle. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 34 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 35
of the door. Oven Heating Elements Do not clean the bake element or the broil element. Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated. To clean the oven floor, gently lift the bake element. Clean with warm soapy water. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 35 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 36
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the range. Removable Lower Oven Drawer (on some models) NOTE: Before performing any adjustments, cleaning or service, disconnect the range electrical power supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 37
is not interchangeable with the surface burner knobs. Be sure to reinstall the lower oven drawer knob to the original location. The lower oven drawer knob may be identified by the red line. Surface burner knobs have a white line. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 37 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 38
a wet cloth. Replace bulb with a 40-watt household appliance bulb. To replace cover: Place it into the groove of the light receptacle. Pull the wire forward to the center of the of the cover. Connect electrical power to the range. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 38 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 39
use. NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with the appliance after installation is completed. NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep this Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions for future use. SERVICER: The electrical diagram is in an envelope attached to the back of the range. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 40
illustration in this section.) CAUTION : Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a range-children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 40 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 41
to 29″ 30″ Depth varies depending on model. See specifications sheet for your model. Height 473⁄ 4″ 361⁄ 4″ ± 1⁄4″ Depth with door open: 46 3⁄ 8″ Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Minimum to cabinets on either side of the range 3″ 18″ Minimum clearance to left - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 42
range. (See the Installation Safety Instructions section.) IMPORTANT! Remove all tape and packaging. Make sure the burners are properly seated and level. Take the accessory pack out of the oven. Check to be sure that no range parts have come loose during shipping. Consumer Support Troubleshooting - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 43
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Read these instructions completely and appliance connector used to connect the range to the gas supply line should have an I.D. of 1/2″ and be 5 feet in length for ease of installation. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 44
prong plug supplied with the range. If the electrical service provided does not meet the above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet. ■ Locate the electric supply as illustrated. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 44 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 45
, simply isolate the range from the gas supply system by closing the individual shut-off valve. *Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont Installation Instructions Flexible Connector Hookup Rigid Pipe Hookup Options Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Pressure regulator Adapter Installer - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 46
electric range. A range cord rated at 40 amps with 125/250 minimum volt range is required. A 50-amp range A 4-conductor cord is to be used when the appliance is installed in a mobile home or when local Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Back of range Wire cover Remove the 3 lower - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 47
leads must be connected to the lower left and the lower right terminals of the terminal block. Locate the copper ground strap on the lower back of the range. Loosen the upper center screw on terminal Ground strap Open slotted end Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 47 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 48
Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Installation of the range. Replace the Power Cord (Optional) Continued Perform this step only if the power cord shipped on the range does not match your wall receptacle. 3-Wire Conduit Installation Option Locate the copper ground strap on the lower - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 49
the range back by sliding its right edge under the retaining tab and replacing the two screws removed earlier. Make sure that no wires are pinched between the cover and the range back. 2 screws to replace wire cover Retaining tab Wire cover Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Back of range 49 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 50
parts in place. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Front of range Slot Electrode Check Ignition of Surface Burners Operation of all cooktop burners should be checked Electric Ignition after the range should light within 4 seconds. After burner lights, rotate - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 51
some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal. Level the Range Install the oven racks in the oven and position the range where it will be installed. Leg leveler Lower range Raise range Lower range Raise range (on some models) (on some models) Check for levelness by placing a spirit level or - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 52
to LP gas, the conversion found attached to the range next to the pressure must be performed by a qualified LP gas installer. regulator. Keep these instructions and the orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 52 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 53
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. ge.com Problem Top burners do not light or do not burn evenly Possible Causes Plug on range - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 54
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem Food does not broil properly in the upper oven Possible Causes Oven controls improperly set. Oven door not closed. Improper rack position being used. Food being cooked in a hot pan. Cookware not - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 55
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Installation Instructions Problem Oven not clean after a clean cycle "LOCK DOOR" flashes in the display LOCKED DOOR light is on when you want to cook "F-and a number or letter" flash in the display "Probe" appears in the display Display goes blank - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 56
Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem Fan noise Convection fan not working Drawer does not slide smoothly or drags Lower oven drawer or warming drawer will not work Excessive condensation in the drawer Food dries out in the lower oven - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 57
.626.2002 (U.S.) or 888.261.3055 (Canada) (during normal business hours). Have your model number ready. ge.com Grates Surface Burner Caps Installation Instructions Oven and Drawer Racks Broiler Pan Cleaner Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Light Bulbs Knobs Tired of discolored racks - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 58
Notes. 58 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 59
Notes. 59 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 60
Notes. 60 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 61
repairs. Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at 800.626.2224 for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S. ✁ Cut here Please place in envelope and mail to: General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P.O. Box 32150 - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 62
yt ! Model Number Serial Number First Name Mr. ■ Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Street Address Last Name Apt. # E-mail Address* City Date Placed In Use Month Day Year State Phone _ Number Zip Code _ GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 ge.com - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 63
Instructions Operating Instructions GE Dual Fuel Range Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model - GE P2B918DEMWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 64
Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website ge.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on-line.
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Safety Instructions
. . . . . .2–8
Operating Instructions
Convection Oven . . . . . . . . . .19–23
Roasting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Timed Convection Baking . . . . .23
Gas Surface Burners
. . . . . . .9, 11
Griddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Lower Oven Drawer
. . . . . . . . . .28
Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Upper Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12–27
Aluminum Foil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Baking or Roasting . . . . . . . . . .14
Broiling Guide
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Preheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Probe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 21
Sabbath Feature . . . . . . . . .26, 27
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 30
Special Features . . . . . . . . .24, 25
Timed Baking and
Roasting Features . . . . . . . . . . .17
Care and Cleaning
Burner Grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Burner Caps and Heads . . . . . .32
Control Panel and Knobs
. . . . .37
Cooktop Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Griddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Lift-Off Oven Door
. . . . . . . . . . . .35
Lower Oven Drawer
. . . . . . . . . .36
Oven Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Oven Heating Elements . . . . . . .35
Oven Light Replacement . . . . . .38
Oven Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Sealed Burner Assemblies . . . .31
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 30
Stainless Steel Surfaces . . . . . . .33
Installation
Instructions
. . . . . . . . . . . .39–52
Anti-Tip Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Check Ignition of
Surface Burners . . . . . . . . . . .50, 51
Connect Range
to Electric
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44, 46
Connect Range to Gas . . . . .43, 45
Dimensions and
Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Electrical Connections . . . . . .46–49
Level the Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Location Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . .42
LP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . .39, 40
Accessories
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Troubleshooting
Tips
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53–56
Consumer Support
Consumer
Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Product Registration
. . . . . .61, 62
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Ranges
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Instructions
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Self-Cleaning Dual Fuel Convection
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
____________________
Serial #______________________
You can find them on a label on the
front of the range behind the lower
oven drawer.