Hotpoint RB526DHWW Use and Care Manual
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- Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 1
Removal 24 Light 25 Stainless Steel Handles 25 Glass Cooktop 26, 27 Troubleshooting Tips. . . . . 28-31 Accessories 32 Consumer Support Consumer Support. . . . . . Back Cover Warranty 35 For a Spanish version of this manual, visit our Website at GEAppliances.com. Para consultar una version en - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 2
moved. For Freestanding and Slide-In Do not operate the range without the anti-tip bracket in place and engaged. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children or adults. Ranges To check if the bracket is installed and engaged properly, look underneath the - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 3
grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the provided installation instructions. „ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. „ Before performing any - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 4
may lead to a burst of flame from the oven. Failure to follow this instruction may result in severe burns. „ If there is a fire in the oven glass/ceramic, earthenware or other glazed containers are suitable for cooktop service; others may break because of the sudden change in temperature. - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 5
the surface unit off immediately and have it replaced by a qualified service technician. „ To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric shock absence during cooking could damage range parts and wiring. WARNING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS „ Stand away from the range when opening the oven door. Hot - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 6
, turn the oven off Keep children away from the oven during self-cleaning. and disconnect the power supply. Have it serviced by a Failure to follow these instructions may cause burns. qualified technician. „ Before operating the self-clean cycle, remove pans, shiny metal oven racks and other - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 7
. Keep flammable items away from the cooktop. Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, serious injury or death. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. At both OFF and HI the control clicks into position - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 8
Using the surface units. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. available from manufacturers such as Ball® and Kerr® and the Department of Agriculture Extension Service. Flat-bottomed canners are recommended. Use of water bath canners with rippled bottoms may - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 9
GEAppliances.com The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops. For Models With a Radiant Glass Cooktop Never cook directly on the glass. Always use cookware. Always place the pan in the center of the surface unit you are cooking on. - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 10
Do not place wet pans on the glass cooktop. Do not use woks with support rings on the glass cooktop. Use flat-bottomed woks on the glass cooktop. may stick to the surface when they cool. „ Do not use woks that have support rings. This type of wok will not heat on glass surface elements. „ We - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 11
timer features and settings. GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. and the oven control signals, this indicates a function error code. Refer to the Troubleshooting Tips section. Timer On/Off Pad Touch this pad to select the timer feature. Then - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 12
control, clock and timer features and settings. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. begin... The racks have stop-locks, so that when placed correctly on the rack supports, they will stop before coming completely out and will not tilt. When placing and removing - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 13
Using the oven. How to Set the Oven for Baking Touch the Bake pad. Touch the + or - pads until the desired temperature is displayed. Touch the Start/On pad. The oven will start automatically. The display will show PrE while preheating. When the oven reaches the selected temperature, the oven control - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 14
meat thoroughly without over browning them. Place the food on a broiler grid in a broiler pan designed for broiling. Follow suggested rack positions in the Broiling Guide. The oven must be closed during broiling. Touch the Broil Hi/Lo pad once for Hi Broil. To change to Lo Broil, touch the Broil - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 15
with no timer or audible alarm. 9 3 To set the clock, turn the stem left or right. To clean the clock, see instructions on page 23. For any repairs, call a qualified service 6 technician. GEAppliances.com Not all features are on all models. Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 16
Using the clock and timer. To Set the Timer The timer does not control oven operations. The maximum setting on the timer is 9 hours and 59 minutes. Touch the Kitchen Timer On/Off pad. The timer is a minute timer only. The Clear/Off pad does not affect the timer. Touch the + or - pads until the - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 17
Special features of your oven control. GEAppliances.com Energy Saver Mode (on some models) To save energy, you can turn off the time of day clock and the display when the range is not in use. Press and hold the + and - pads at the same time to enable or disable this feature. This will turn the - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 18
Using the Sabbath feature. (on some models) (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) The Sabbath feature can be used for baking only. It cannot be used for broiling, self-cleaning, convection baking, steam cleaning or delay start cooking. NOTE: The oven light comes on automatically (on - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 19
to the oven, flooring or items in storage drawer. OVEN OFF TEMP If your range has this knob, it has a self-cleaning oven. Follow these instructions. CLEAN 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 BROIL 450 500 BROIL CLEAN 2QVRPHPRGHOV³ appearance will vary) Wipe up heavy soil on the - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 20
Using the self-cleaning oven. (on some models) To Stop a Self-Clean Cycle Turn knob to off position and wait for self clean light to go off. Wait until the oven has cooled below the locking temperature to unlatch the door. You will not be able to open the door right away unless the oven has cooled - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 21
part of the range. WARNING If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is reengaged properly the surface in the direction of the grain. Follow the cleaner instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface. To inquire about purchasing stainless - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 22
cleaning. The surface units do not need to be removed; however, you may remove one to make raising the cooktop easier. There are two side supports that lock into position when the cooktop is lifted up. After cleaning under the cooktop with hot, mild soapy water and a clean cloth, lower the - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 23
Care and cleaning of the range. GEAppliances.com Porcelain Oven Interior (on standard-clean models) With proper care, the porcelain enamel finish on WKHLQVLGHRIWKHRYHQ³WRSERWWRPVLGHVEDFN DQGLQVLGHRIWKHGRRU³ZLOOVWD\QHZORRNLQJIRU years. Let the oven cool before cleaning. We - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 24
suddenly open and can cause personal injury to appendages near the hinge. Follow instructions below to avoid a risk of injury when removing and re-installing the oven of sliding the racks in and out of the oven. Rail Stop guide Storage Drawer Removal To remove the drawer: Pull the drawer out until - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 25
Care and cleaning of the range. GEAppliances.com WARNING CAUTION Wire cover holder SHOCK OR BURN HAZARD: Before replacing oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or burn. BURN HAZARD: - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 26
the residue area, applying pressure as needed. The CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Scraper and all recommended supplies are available through our Parts Center. See instructions under "To Order Parts" section on next page. NOTE: Do not use a dull or nicked blade. Heavy, Burned-On Residue Allow the - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 27
removed. NOTE: If pitting or indentation in the glass surface has already occurred, the cooktop glass will have to be replaced. In this case, service will be necessary. b. Remove the spill with paper towels. Any remaining spillover should be left until the surface of the cooktop has cooled. To - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 28
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. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Surface units will not Improper cookware maintain a rolling boil being used. or cooking is not fast - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 29
service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. GEAppliances.com Problem Lo pad. Improper rack position being used. • See the Broiling Guide. Cookware not suited for broiling. • For best results, use a - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 30
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. Problem Storage drawer is crooked Possible Causes Rear drawer support is on top of the guide rail. What To Do • Reposition the drawer. - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 31
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. GEAppliances.com Problem "F -" and a number or letter flash in the display Possible Causes You have a function error code. What To Do - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 32
Accessories. Looking For Something More? (Not all accessories are available for all models.) You can find these accessories and many more at GEAppliances.com (U.S.) or www.GEAppliances.ca (Canada), or call 800.626.2002 (U.S.) or 800.661.1616 (Canada) (during normal business hours). Have your model - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 33
Notes. GEAppliances.com 33 - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 34
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with this appliance. „ Damage caused after delivery. „ Product not accessible to provide required service. „ Marks or stains (including surface rust stains) that can be removed by following cleaning instructions. EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as - Hotpoint RB526DHWW | Use and Care Manual - Page 36
at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. Contact Us
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Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
________________
Serial #
________________
You can find them on a label
behind the drawer or behind the
lower oven door on the front of
the range frame.
Owner’s Manual
Ranges
Safety Instructions
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2–6
Operating Instructions
Clock and Timer
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17
Control Lock Out
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18
Energy Saver Mode
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18
Oven
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11–20
Controls
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11
Power Outage
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12
Aluminum Foil
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13
Broiling Guide
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14
Clock and Timer
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15-16
Adjust the Oven Thermostat
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17
Special Features
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17
Sabbath Feature
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18
Self-Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 20
Surface Units
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7,8
Glass Cooktop
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9,10
Care and Cleaning
Control Knobs
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21
Coil Surface Units
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22
Drip Pans
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22
Lift-Up Cooktop
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22
Standard-Clean Oven Interior
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23
Oven Vent
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23
Porcelain Oven Interior
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23
Lift-Off Oven Door
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24
Oven Heating Elements
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24
Oven Racks
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24
Storage Drawer Removal
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24
Light
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25
Stainless Steel Handles
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25
Glass Cooktop
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26, 27
Troubleshooting Tips
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28–31
Accessories
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32
Consumer Support
Consumer Support
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Back Cover
Warranty
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35
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Recycled Paper
Electric Free-Standing
In Canada contact us at:
www.GEAppliances.ca
For a Spanish version of this
manual, visit our Website at
GEAppliances.com.
Para consultar una version
en español de este manual de
instrucciones, visite nuestro sitio
de internet GEAppliances.com.