Hotpoint RGB540SEP Owners Manual
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- Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 1
Instructions 22-35 Anti-Tip Device 35 Connect the Range to Gas 26-29 Convert to LP Gas 25 Dimensions and Clearances 24 Electrical Connections .... 30, 34 Level the Range 34 Light the Pilots 30-33 Troubleshooting Tips.36-38 Accessories 41 Consumer Support Consumer Support - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 2
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 department. - Installation and service ovens - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 3
and door interior and crevices around the oven door. three prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Do not use on extension cord with this appliance. Before performing any service, unplug the range or disconnect the power supply at the household distribution panel by removing - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 4
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. IA WARNING JKEEPFLAMMABLEMATERIALSAWAY FROMTHE RANGE Do not store or use flammable materials in an oven for cooktop service;others may with a round metal support ring. the ring gas flow from the burners. iiiil}Di o not use aluminum foil to cover the grates or line any part - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 5
rub, damage or move the gasket. iiiiiilDo not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven. WARNING I WARMINGDRAWER/LOWER OVEN DRAWER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Somemodels) The purpose of the warming drawer is - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 6
gas surface burners. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting a Gas Burner Make sure all burners are in place. Make sure all grates on the range are properly placed before using any burner. If your range has the Gas - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 7
oven cooking. It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly. Check cookware manufacturer's directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges. -bottomed wok should be used. Do not use a flat-bottomed wok on a support ring. Placing the ring over the burner or grate may cause the burner to work - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 8
Throughout this manual, features up. @ db To Set the Clock NOTE:Whenyou first plug in the range or after a power failure, the entire Clock/Timerdisplay will light up. cancelled unless you have fully completed "set timer" instructions above. Display Clock While Kitchen Timer Is Operating Pressing - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 9
the shelf out to the bump on the shelf support. I -&CAUTION IWheynouare using a rack in the lowest Oven Vent Your oven is vented through ducts at the rear of the range. Do not block these ducts when cooking in the oven-it is important that the flow of hot air from the oven and fresh air to the oven - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 10
droplets are harmless and will evaporate as the oven continues to heat up. Power Outage The oven or broiler cannot be lit during a power failure. Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot. If the oven is in use when a power failure occurs, the oven burner shuts off and cannot be re-lit - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 11
the grid. Cut slits in the foil just like the grid. Broiling Guide Suggestions Both the oven and broiler compartment doors must be closed during broiling. B Always usethe broiler pan and grid that comes with your range. It is designed to minimize smoking and spattering by trapping juices in the - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 12
on meats at refrigerator temperature. ?The U.S.Department of Agriculture says "Rare beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°K means some food poisoning organisms may survive." (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide, USDA Rev. June 1985.) The oven has 5 shelf positions - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 13
Appearance may vary) To Adjust the Thermostat % Pull the OVENCONTROLknob off the range and look at the back side. To make an adjustment, loosen (approximately and turn the front of the knob with the other hand. To raise the oven temperature, move the top screw toward the right. You'll hear a click - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 14
easy access. Turn all controls OFF before removing burner parts and drip pans (if so equipped). The burner setting it in a warm oven for 30 minutes. Then place it back in the range, making sure it is drip pans. Drip pans can be cleaned in a dishwasher or by hand. When replacing the drip pans, make - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 15
to clean the burners. CAUTION: not operate the cooktop without all burner parts, drip pans (ifso equipped) and grates in place. NOTE:Do not dry them thoroughly by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes. Don't put the grates back on the range while they are wet. When replacing the grates - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 16
Care and cleaning of the range. Use a sewing needle or twist-tie to unclog the small hole in caps and heads back, shake out excess water and then dry them thoroughly by setting in a warm oven for 30 minutes. NOTE:Do not use steel wool or scouring powders to clean the burners. MediLlmcap SmallCaP - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 17
in an oven or near instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface. To inquire about purchasing stainless steel appliance Parts Center800.626.2002 (U.S.) 800.661.1616 (Canada) GEAppliances.com (U.S.) www.GEAppliances.ca (Canada) fOR Some models have dual support of the range. To raise - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 18
Care and cleaning of the range. Lift the door straight up and off the hinges, The gasket is any way or if it has become displaced on the door, you should have it replaced. Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable, but it is heaW. You may need help removing and replacing the door. To remove - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 19
oven cleaner. Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a dishwasher. Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range This can damage the gas valve shaft. The parts can be cleaned with soap and water. Do not use steel wool, abrasives, ammonia, acids or commercial oven - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 20
Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Racks Cleanthe racks with an abrasive cleanser or scouring pad. After cleaning, rinse the racks with clean water and dry with a clean cloth. Porcelain Oven Interior (on all models except continuous-cleaning models) With proper care, the porcelain enamel - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 21
Oven. For instructions on how to clean the inside of the oven door refer to the Lift-Off Oven Door section. Do not use soap, detergent, steel wool pads, commercial oven cleaner, silicone oven To Clean the Continuous-Cleaning Oven: I-il Let range parts cool before handling. We recommend rubber gloves - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 22
completed. • Note to Consumer - Keepthis Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions for future reference. • Note - This appliance must be properly grounded. • Servicer - The electrical diagram is in an envelope attached to the back of the range. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 23
use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance. • Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted according to the manufacturer instructions. • Remove all packing material and literature from oven before connecting gas and electrical supply to range. • Do not attempt to operate the - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 24
Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 25
Installation Safety Instructions section.) IM PORTANT! Remove all tape and packaging. Make sure the burners are properly seated and level. Take the accessory pack out of the oven and/or drawer. Check to be sure that no range parts have come loose during shipping. CONVERTING TO LP GAS (or converting - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 26
$/2" or 3//4"flare union adapter to the NPT internal thread of the manual shut-off valve, taking care to back-up the shut-off valve to keep it from turning. D. Connect flexible metal appliance connector to the adapter on the range. Position range to permit connection at the shut-off valve. When all - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 27
Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS (for models with Sealed Burnersl This area allows for flush range installation with through-thewall connection of pipe stub/ shut-off valve and rear wall 120V outlet. \ Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 28
Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Sealed Burners} Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve. 1/2" or 3/A"_ Gas pipe _Gas !_ _ L/_J shut-off valve RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) 45 ° - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 29
Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners) Pressure regulator Adipter iVtani_?_d"e__ Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve. @_ Flex connector ----_)_i (6 feet maximum) U Adapter -"-_0 _/_ 1/2" or - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 30
Instructions D ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Electrical Requirements 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded dedicated circuit protected by a 15-amp or 20-amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse. Note: Use of automatic, wireless, or wired external switches that shut off power to the appliance gas range - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 31
Installation Instructions [] LIGHT THE PILOTS (cont.) AdJust the Surface Burner Pilots if Necessary [-_ Light the Oven Pilot (cont.) 4. Remove the oven bottom. To remove: • Remove knurled screws holding down reor of oven bottom. • Grosp oven bottom ot finger slots on eoch side. • Lift reor of oven - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 32
knob. Electric ignition models require electrical power to operate. In case of a power outage, the oven burners on these models cannot be lit manually with a match. Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot. If the oven is in use when a power outage occurs, the burner will shut off and cannot be - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 33
Soft blue flames--Normal for natural gas If burner flames look like (A), call for service. Normal burner flames should look like (B) or (C), depending on the type of gas you use. With LP gas, some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal. [] Replace Oven Parts After all adjustments are made, replace - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 34
. To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly, remove the oven bottom. Flames should have approximately 1" blue cones and, if range is supplied with natural gas, should burn with no yellow tipping. (With most LP gas, small yellow tips at the end of outer cones are normal.) Flames - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 35
off position. Make sure the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the range is unobstructed. To reduce the risk of tipping the range, the range must be secured by a properly installed anti-tip bracket. Follow the instructions packaged with the bracket. To check if the bracket is installed and - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 36
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. Possible Causes What To Do Top burners do not light or do not burn evenly' Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 37
grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended. Oven bottom not securely seated in position. • See the Using the oven section. • See the Broiling section. • See the Broiling guide. • Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range. Make sure it is cool. • Use the broiling pan and - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 38
coil for service... Troubleshooting Tips "Crackling"or "popping" sound Rainbow effect in the oven window [on oven is normal for the first few times the oven is used. Improper air to gas ratio. A cooling fan may automatically turn on and off to cool internal parts. • This is temporary. • Adjust oven - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 39
Please place in envelope and mail to: Veuillez mettre dans une enveloppe et envoyez & : OWNERSHIPREGISTRATION P.O. BOX1780 MISSISSAUGA,ONTARIO L4Y 4G1 (FOR CANADIANCONSUMERSONLY) 39 - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 40
For Canadian Customers Pour les Consommateurs Canadiens Pleaseregisteyrourproducto enableusto contactyou Veuilleeznregi_ervo_eproduiat findenouspermettrede inthe remoteeventasafetynoticeisissuedforthisproduct communiquearvecvoussijamaisunavisdes6curit6concemant z, - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 41
Racks Broiler Pan Surface Burners & Caps Cleaner Light Bulbs Knobs Tired of discolored racks? Wishing you had extra-heavy-duty oven racks? NOW AVAILABLE for your range: GE's innovative, self-cleanable porcelain-coated oven racks! • Heavy Duty • Durable • Able to be cleaned in a self-cleaning - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 42
Gas Range Warranty. iFocrustomertsheunitesdtotesl All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care ®technician. To schedule service defects with this appliance. Damage caused after delivery. Product not accessible to provide required service. EXCLUSION OF - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 43
obtain service under the warranty. ii _i i One Year ii i _i From the dote of the origina! Purchase Mabe Will Replace: Any part of the range which possible defects with this appliance. Damage caused after delivery. Product not accessible to provide required service. EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED - Hotpoint RGB540SEP | Owners Manual - Page 44
a wide range of physical service their own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directly to their homes (VISA,MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Instructions contained in this manual
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Safety Instructions
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Operating
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Aluminum
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Clock and Timer
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Oven
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Baking and Roasting
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Broiling
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Broiling Guide
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Oven Control
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Power Outage
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Preheating
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Surface Cooking
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Thermostat
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Care
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Air Vents
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Broiler Pan and Grid
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Burner Assemblies
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Burner Caps and Heads
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Burner Grates
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Control Panel and Knobs
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Cooktop Surface
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Drip Pans
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Lift-Off Oven Door
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Lift-Up Cooktop
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Oven Bottom
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Oven Interior
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Removable Broiler Drawer
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Racks
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Stainless Steel Surfaces
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Installation
Instructions
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Anti-Tip Device
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Connect the Range
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Convert to LPGas
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Dimensions
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Electrical Connections
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Level the Range
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Light the Pilots
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Troubleshooting
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Accessories
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front of the range behind the kick
panel or broiler drawer.
In Canada,
contact
us at:
www. GEAppliances.ca
49-85199
05-11
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