Hotpoint RGB52yGEP manual

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  • Page 1

    d 4 How to get t. Ie Jest from I contents I Anti-Tip Device 3,38 Preheating 14, 15 Appliance Registration 2 Roasting, Roasting Guide 16, 17 I Care and Cleaning 20–26 Shelves 13,23,25 Clock and Timer 8,9 Thermostat Adjustment 27 I Consumer Services 47 Power Outage 10, 12 Cooktop 21 Problem Solver 44 I Features 6,7 Safety Instructions 2–5 Hooting[...]

  • Page 2

    .— It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new range properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number): Consumer Affairs Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 wI*ite down the mode~ and serial numbers. Depending on your range, you’ll[...]

  • Page 3

    ;. ,,: -. ______ : 1 lwiPoRTANT SAFETY NOTICX “~he California Safe Drinking f}~ater and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. Gas appl[...]

  • Page 4

    $ For your safety9 never use your appliance for W’arllling or heating tile room. a Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. TLIi~ off burner, then sn~other flaming pan by covering pan completely with well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or tlat tray. Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering with baking soda or, if a[...]

  • Page 5

    i ,, Y ! * Do not !eave plastic itenls on tl~e coolftop—they may melt if left too close to the vent. s De ~lot leave any items on the cooktop. The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers, which may cause them to burst. 6 To avoid the possibility of a burn, always be certain that the control[...]

  • Page 6

    -, ——— I --l -- e-. ‘, ,. I ) ‘,. L._...J . . . . . .. . . . . - ,., . . ..mp __ ————_____ — —___ ————--.. -_,. —————— —._,.._ _. .,_,- .,_,, r,.a-,+[...]

  • Page 7

    --- —.-—...——.—— Feature Index (Not all models have all features. Appem~nce of features varies.) 1 Surface Burners, Drip Pans (on some models) and Grates 2 Oven Lamp On/Off Switch (on some models) 3 Clock and Timer (on some models) See page 20,21,25,26 12 8,9 4,5, 13,21 4 Oven Vent 5 Oven Control 6 Surface Burner Controls 7 Cooktop 12 1[...]

  • Page 8

    Foliow directions below if your range has the clock and timer shown above. The electronic range clock and timer allow you to set the timer up to 9 hours and 45 minutes. You have the choice of having the timer show the time counting down or the time of day. In either case, the timer will signal at the end of the timer period to alert you that the ti[...]

  • Page 9

    ~O~~OW di~~CtiO~S below if yOU~ range has the clock and timer ShOW~ above. clock To set the CIock, push in the knob and turn it to the right. Let the knob out when the clock hands reach the correct time. Continue turning the knob to 0~. Timer The Timer has been combined with the range clock. Use it to time all your precise cooking operations. You?[...]

  • Page 10

    .—— — .- The surface burners on these ranges have s~anding pilots that must be lit initially. To light them: 1. Be sure surface burner control knobs are in the OFF position. 2. Remove the grates and lift the cooktop up (see the Lift-Up Cooktop section). 3. Locate the two pilot ports and light each of them with a match. Note: If the pilot is t[...]

  • Page 11

    ..—___________ — ..—— . The flame size on a gas burner shoulci match the cookware you arc using. FOR SAFE HANDLING OF COOKWARE NEVER LET THE FLAME EXTEND UP THE SIDES OF THE COOKWARE. .4ny flame larger than the bottom of ~he cookwa~e is wasted and only serves to heat the handle. JVhen using aiuminum or aluminunl-e~ad stainless steel pots an[...]

  • Page 12

    —.. Lighting Instructions for standing Blot ModeEs These ranges have standing oven pilots that m~st be lit initially. To light the oven pilot: 1. Be sure OVEN CONTROL knob is in the 0~ position. 2. Open the broiler door and remove the broiler pan and rack. This will make it easier for you to reach inside the broiler compfilent. 3. Find the oven p[...]

  • Page 13

    . . ...7 . The oven is vented through duct ,3 - “~ ~$i==. openings at the rear of the cooktoP. ~ t$&:~&3- - - =7:==”= (See Features section.) Do not -.. , ,, ; block these openings when cooking in the oven—it is important that the flow of hot air from the oven and fresh air to the oven burners be unintempted. E - ; . . . - . F- ‘ Th[...]

  • Page 14

    1. Position the shelf or shelves in the oven. If cooking o~~ two shelves at the same time, stagger the cookware for best heat circulatiori. Place food in oven on center of shelf. Allow at least 2 inches between edge of cookware and oven wail or adjacent cookware. 2. Close oven door. Turn OVEN CONTROL knob to desired temperature. 3. Check food for d[...]

  • Page 15

    . .. . . . . . . . . .. .._. _ . .. . . .._____— ~v . ‘~~:~[~:~ I * IJreheating is very important 2. Aluminum pans conduc~ heat , . . 3. Dark or non-shiny finishes and --fy ‘<j::;>’ when halii~lg foods Sucil as quickly. For most conventional glass cookware generally absorb ,r=%% biscuits~ cookies, cakes and other baking, light, shiny [...]

  • Page 16

    Roasting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat or poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven. Roasting temperatures, which should be low and steady, keep spattering to a minimum. When roasting, it is not necessary to sear, baste, cover or add water to your meat. The oven has a special low shelf (R) position just above the oven bottom. Use it when [...]

  • Page 17

    Meat I Beef, Tender cuts: rib, high quality sirloin tip, rump or top round* Lamb leg or bone-in shoulder* Veal shoulder, leg or loin* Pork loin, rib or shoulder* Ham, precooked ‘% For boneless rolled roasts over 6 inches thick, add 5 to 10 minutes per pound to times given above. 325° 325° 325° 325° 325° Poultry Chicken or Duck Chicken pieces[...]

  • Page 18

    . ..—..—.—... —.——. —.-—..——.—— Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the food. Your range has a compartinent below the oven for broiling. A specially designed broiler pan and rack allows dripping fat to drain away from the foods and be kept away from the high heat of the gas flame. Both the oven and broiler Com[...]

  • Page 19

    ,., . . . . ..—— j .— .-— 1 t , I B 3 Arrange in single layer. 4-5 Space evenly. Up to 9 patties take about same time. GrouE?d Beef 1 lb. (4 patties) I A 10-11 1/~ to ~/~ in. thick Beef Steaks Rare 34ediunl We]] Done Steaks less than 1 inch thick cook through before browning. Pan frying is recommended, 1 in. thick (1 to lx lbs.) B B A 9 12 [...]

  • Page 20

    Proper care and cleaning are important so your range }l~iil give I;OLI efiicient and satisfactory d service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for it to help assure safe and proper maintenance. The burner assemblies should be washed i-egularly and, of course, after spillovers. Turn all controls OFF before removing burner pa~ts and drip pa[...]

  • Page 21

    .—— .—_____ . . . -—— “~o IIiake cleaning easier, the cooktop may be lifted Lip. 1. Be sure burners are turned off. 2. Remove the grates. 3. Grasp the two front burner wells ,and lift-up. Some models have dual support rods that will hold the cooktop up while yOLI clean underneath it. After ‘eIe2ning Ullde%’ the Cooktop with hot. soa[...]

  • Page 22

    Outel” Painted Finish When the range is cool, wash the top, front and, if exposed, the sides with mild soap and water. Never use any harsh abrasives or cleaning powders that may scratch or mar the painted surface. Rinse the surface with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. If you wish, occasionally apply a thin coat of mild cleaning wax to help[...]

  • Page 23

    .. . . . .. .. . . . . ..” --------- —.. oven Lamp Replacement fron; the pan. Carefully pour out Ihc ~rease in the pan iiltO a proper container. Wash and rinse the (>r~iler pan and rack in hot, st~apy water. If food has burned on: sprinkle the rack wi[h detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth. That way, burned-on f[...]

  • Page 24

    . . .—. -—. ”..-..— . . ..——.——.—— ——- .— (on all models except those with Contin~lous-Cle:lllillg ovens) Wlith proper ccare, the porcelain enamel interior will retain its attractive finish for many Yewis. Soap anti water will normally do the job. Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cle[...]

  • Page 25

    Control Panel = Damp Cloth * Paper Towel a ,Soap and Water Control Knobs Outside Glass Finish * Mild Soap and Water D Soap and Water 0 Soap and Water Porcelain Enamel and ● Paper Towel Painted Surfaces* “ Dry Cloth @ Soap and Water Outside of Oven Door* “ Soap and Water — I Inside of Oven Door:+: — ——” shelves Surface Burner Grates [...]

  • Page 26

    , .————.—. —— —.—..-— . . r40’TE: Let raige/Qven parts COOI before touching or halldiing. — I’tAErr filA~I;RIAIS TO USE GENIZRAI. DIRECr~IONS .— Drip Pans ‘ soap and water Cool p:~ns slightly. Sprinkle with detergent and wash or scour pans widl warm wolcr. Rinse —. (on modcis so equipped) “ Soap-Filled Scouring Pad[...]

  • Page 27

    10 provide accurate temperatures. Fiowever, if your new oven is i-ep]acing one you have used for several years, you may notice a c!ifference ~n the degree of browning or the length of time required when using your Fdvorite recipes. This is because oven temperature controls have a tendency to “drift” over a period of years. Before attempting to [...]

  • Page 28

    FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas: 1* open tindows. 2. Don’t touch eIectical Stitches. 3* Efinguish any open flme. 4. Imlnedately call your gas supplier. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use combustible Inatetialsy gasotine or otier flmmable vapors and iiquids in tie ticini~ of *is or any Omer appliance, Provide adequate clearances between the rang[...]

  • Page 29

    ,.>.- ) d] - . --- .- -. ..-’ . . . .-.—. - . . . . . . . . . .. . . A%%,L.m ..% ~ s.yq [~$$ ~, ~ ~L I:iitir:k+’ d:3?Rf3BJ? SAFETY iHsTRucTloM$ x: ;j &ilswllatio12 of tiis range must Codorm tith # local codes, or in .&e absence of local Codes, %Gtil +&e NatioR%d Fuel Gas code, mTsI ) ~ Z223. 1, latest edition. ‘- This rang[...]

  • Page 30

    Q ,See Dimensions and Clearances in this section for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. 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 bcations) maybe adjusted to meet specific requirements. @ The range may be placed with 0’1 clearance (flush) at [...]

  • Page 31

    m i?RY3iBE ABEQUATE GM SU9PLY ~ ‘four range is designed to operate at a pressure ~’ ()[ 4 inches of water column on natural gas or, if .Z :Itsigned for LP gas (propane or butane), 10 ~lnchesoof water column. Nflake sure you are ‘) supplyln~ your range with the type of gas for ~~~hich it is designed. If, at any time in the future, you decide t[...]

  • Page 32

    -“r, . ‘. ,) . . . ..- -’ - Pressure L&+ connector Regulator Hookup 4 Adapter a i I # ~ Manifold Pipe Adapter + -- v Hookup Union 90° Nipple 1+ Elbow A L_,@m * ~ 9 . . Black Iron Pipe+ ‘c u Union+ a[...]

  • Page 33

    . . . ,. .. ___ .— m &@$!HEgT FME MH%E TO GM (continued) :~, 1. Install a manual gas line shut-off valve iu the ;J gas line in an easily accessed location outside of the range. Make sure everyone operating the 3 $: range knows where and how to shut off the gas $=’ supply to the range. s> 2. Install male 1/211 flare union adapter to the 1[...]

  • Page 34

    An adapter maybe used only on a 15-amp circuit, Do not use an adapter- on a 20-amp circuit. W%ere ~ocal codes permit, a ~MPOWY CONNEmON maybe made to a properly grounded two-prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL-listed adapter, available at most hardware stores. The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall rece[...]

  • Page 35

    : I ‘) . . . me range should be installed in its permanent position before any pilots are lit or adjusted. CAUTION: Make sure the surface burner control knobs are in the “OFF’ positions before attempting to light the pilots. 1. Raise the cooktop. 2. Light both pilots with a match. 3. To avoid pilot outage, use caution when closing cooktop a[...]

  • Page 36

    Heater Pilot Flame ~– 4-. Turn the OWN CONTROL hob to a setting above 200° E The pilot flame will increase in size and impinge on the temperature-response element. The oven burner will tight in 30-90 seconds. The oven burner will operate until the set temperature is reached. The oven burner will continue to cycle on and off as necessary to maint[...]

  • Page 37

    . . ~ ‘~o determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly, first remove the oven bottom , and the burner baffle. 1 ;= a- & P ‘ ~> <~<~ / ~J m / “— To remove tie oven botiom: 1. Remove knurled screws holding down rear of oven bottom. 2. Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side. ~, Lift rear of oven bottom en[...]

  • Page 38

    1. Remove the storage drawer, broiler drawer or l<ick panel. 2. Use a 3/1611 open-end or socket wrench to back out both rear Ievehlg legs approximately two turns. ~, Use a 1:%l! open-end or adjustable wrench to back out the front leveling legs two turns. 4. Install the oven - shelves in the oven and position the range where it will be installed.[...]

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    3;” 1/21/ open-end wrench ~ Tm]n open-end or socket wrench, I or adjustable wrench ~ Flat blade screwd~iver (small) M PR&PmE MH6E FOR COHWERS!OH (1) Twn off gas supp~ at tie Wall. (2) Ttwn off tie electieal power to tie rmge. If range has not yet been connected to gas supply, or if flexible connection was made, range maybe pulled out horn the[...]

  • Page 40

    E m Note: On some models the shut-off valve may be in a different location. 1 Hit is this regulator: 1. Remove cap and forcibly snap out plastic plunger from bottom of cap. 2. Turn plunger over and forcibly snap back in original location. Note: Plunger must snap into position; the gas type you are converting to must be visible on lower side of plun[...]

  • Page 41

    ,. - I 1 .-.—..—— . . k -j~ ~ If wires were disconnected to remove the ‘ .- --’-L. cooktop, feed wires through the burner holes in ,,~ ‘- ..-, .-. , -‘ f~~~-:;) the cookIo~. Attach to each burner electrode -.3 ‘ terminal c~refully, making sure not to bend the ~ terminal. Then lower cooktop until it snaps $ over the clips. . Elec?rod[...]

  • Page 42

    m ~~~us~ AI% AOJUSTFAEMT SMUTFER For W ~aS, loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter to the full Screw open position. With baffle in Air Shutter place, flames should have approtirnately l-inch blue cones and should not extend beyond the edges of the burner baffle. After 30 seconds of burner operation, check for flames lifting off burne[...]

  • Page 43

    ‘ 1, ,,, . /-p,+ ‘, j ,, ‘---- - -“ (A) Yellow fla~ies— Call for service (B) YeElow tips on outer eones— Normal for LP gas (c) Sofi blue flmes- Norrnal for natural gas[...]

  • Page 44

    ————————— .—— .- .--— -- . .————. TROBLENI .—— TOP BURNERS DO NOT LIGkIT OR DO NOT BURN EVENLY BU~TERS HAVE YELLOW OR YELLOW-TIPPED FLAMES ~~~~~ ~~AM~~ VERY LARGE OR YELLOW OVEN DOES NOT COOK PROPERLY so~ver POSSIBLE CAUSE * Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. e The circuit breaker [...]

  • Page 45

    . . . . .. L._.- Our consumer service professionals ~~-ill provide expert repair service on --” your Hotpoint appliance, scheduled o ~,.3= at a time bat’s convenient for you. .=.? ~ . I&R” }iany GE Consumer SeIwit:e compan)’- operated iocations offer yOLI service today or tomorrow, or at your coI !- ~.en icn ce (7:00 a.m. to 7:()[) p.m.[...]

  • Page 46

    a--+. ,. r..—-— —— —...,.—— YOUR HOTPOINT GAS RANGE WARRANTY Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period. d . — . FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or repl[...]