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Safety
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Operating Instructions
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-16
Surface Burners . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Broiler Compartment . . . . . . . .19
Broiler Pan and Grid . . . . . . . . 20
Burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Control Panel and Knobs . . . . .18
Grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Lift-Up Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Lift-Off Oven Door . . . . . . . . . . 20
Metal Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Oven Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Painted Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Removable Oven Bottom . . . . .19
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Thermostat Adjustment . . . . . . .14
LP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Troubleshooting Tips
. . . . . . . 34
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Write the model and serial numbers
here:
Model # ______________________
Serial # ________________________
You can find them on a label under the
cooktop. See the Lift-Up Cooktop section
in this manual for instructions on how to
lift the cooktop.
Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
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183D9542P002 49-85104-1 05-07 JR
HOTPOINT
RGA720
RGA724
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Serial # ________________________ You can find them on a label under the cooktop. See the Lift-Up Cooktop section in this manual for instructions on how to lift the cooktop. HOTPOINT Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions RGA720 RGA724 183D9542P002 49-85104-1 05-07 JR... -
Page 2: Important Safety Information
If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason, make sure the device is properly engaged when you push the range back against the wall. If it is not, there is a possible risk of the range tipping over and causing injury if you or a child stand, sit or lean on an open door. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off if necessary. Have your range installed and properly... - Page 4 Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting. Do not leave children alone or unattended where a range is hot or in operation. They could be seriously burned. Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the oven door, broiler door or cooktop.
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Page 5: Oven
OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven. The hot air and steam that escape can cause burns to hands, face and eyes. Do not use the oven for a storage area. - Page 6 This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food, since heavy spattering or spillovers left on range can ignite. Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool.
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Page 7: Flooring Under The Range
FLOORING UNDER THE RANGE Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts. Any openings in the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed. Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork. - Page 8 The knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are located on the control panel on the front of the range. The two surface knobs on the left control the left front and left rear burners. The two surface knobs on the right control the right front and right rear burners.
- Page 9 Follow cookware manufacturer’s recommendations for cooking methods. Glass: There are 2 types of glass cookware—those for oven use only and those for top-of-range cooking (saucepans, coffee and teapots). Glass conducts heat very slowly. Heatproof Glass Ceramic: Can be used for either surface or oven cooking.
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Page 10: Using The Oven
Using the oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Oven Control OVEN TEMP Your oven is controlled by an OVEN TEMP knob. It can take up to 90 seconds before the flame comes on. After the oven reaches the selected temperature, the oven burner maintains the selected temperature. - Page 11 Oven Shelf Positions The oven has four shelf supports— A (bottom), B, C and D (top). Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the Using your oven for baking and Using your oven for roasting sections. The oven has 4 shelf positions. Oven Vents I The oven is vented through duct openings at the front of the...
- Page 12 Using the oven for baking. To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on. How to Set the Oven For Baking Oven Shelves Arrange the oven shelf or shelves in the desired locations while the oven is cool. The correct shelf position depends on the kind of food and the browning desired.
- Page 13 Cookies Flat cookie sheets (without sides) produce better-looking cookies. Cookies baked in a jelly roll pan (short sides all around) may have darker edges and pale or light browning may occur. For best results, use only one cookie sheet in the oven at a time. Pies For best results, bake pies in dark, rough or dull pans to produce a browner,...
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Page 14: Adjust The Oven Thermostat—Easy To Do Yourself
Pull the OVEN TEMP knob off the range and look at the back side. To make an adjustment, loosen (approximately one turn), but do not completely remove, the two screws on the back of the knob. -
Page 15: Using The Oven For Broiling
Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the food. Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled. Follow these steps to keep spattering and smoking to a minimum. Your range has a compartment below the oven for broiling. A specially designed broiler pan allows dripping fat to drain away from the food. -
Page 16: Broiling Guide
I If desired, marinate meats or chicken Food Bacon Ground Beef Beef Steaks Medium Chicken Fish with your range. before broiling. Or, brush with barbecue sauce the last 5 to 10 minutes. Amount or Shelf Thickness Position 1/2 lb. (about 8 thin slices) 1 lb. - Page 17 Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for your range to assure safe and proper maintenance.
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Page 18: Burners
Care and cleaning of the range. Burners The holes in the surface burners of your range must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and an even, unhampered flame. You should clean the surface burners routinely, especially after bad spillovers, which could clog these holes. - Page 19 Removable Oven Bottom First remove the shelves from the oven. The oven bottom lifts from the front. To remove: On models so equipped, remove the knurled screw in the front of the Knurled screw oven bottom. (on some models) Grasp each side of the oven bottom and push it back.
- Page 20 Care and cleaning of the range. Broiler Pan and Grid After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven. Remove the grid from the pan. Carefully pour out grease from the pan into a proper container. Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad.
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Page 21: Oven Interior
With proper care, the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of the oven will stay new-looking for years. Let the range cool before cleaning. We recommend that you wear rubber gloves when cleaning the range. Soap and water will normally do the job. -
Page 22: Installation Instructions
• Note – This appliance must be properly grounded. • Servicer – The electrical diagram is in an envelope attached to the back of the range. • Skill Level – Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. -
Page 23: Materials You May Need
• Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line (3/4″ or 1/2″ NPT x 1/2″ I.D.). • Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator on range (1/2″ NPT x 1/2″ I.D.) • Liquid leak detector or soapy water. -
Page 24: Installation Safety Instructions
• The vertical distance from the plane of the cooking surface to the bottom of adjacent overhead cabinets extending closer than 1″ to the plane of the range sides must not be less than 18″. (See the Dimensions and Clearances illustration in this section.) CAUTION •... -
Page 25: 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 range may be placed with 0″ clearance below cooktop and at the back wall. Minimum to cabinets on 18″... -
Page 26: Model And Serial Number Location
Anti-Tip device is engaged when you push the range back against the wall. • For your safety, never use your range for warming or heating the room. Your oven and cooktop are not designed to heat your kitchen. Top burners should not be operated without cookware on the grate. -
Page 27: Provide Adequate Gas Supply
Make sure everyone operating the range knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the range. Install male 1/2″ flare union adapter to the 1/2″ NPT internal thread at inlet of regulator. -
Page 28: Flexible Connector
RECOMMENDED GAS AND ELECTRIC SUPPLY LOCATION NOTE: Recommended gas hook-up locations behind range. Gas fittings and shut-off cock should NOT protrude more than 2″ from the wall to allow the range to fit against the wall. 30″ Check local codes 8″ before making connections. -
Page 29: Electrical Connections
CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD. SEAL THE OPENINGS Seal any openings in the wall behind the range and in the floor under the range when hookups are completed. LIGHT THE PILOTS (For models equipped with standing pilots. - Page 30 If any flame is unsatisfactory, call for service. 4. To avoid pilot outage, slowly lower the cooktop after lighting the pilots. IF THE RANGE HAS ELECTRIC IGNITION There are separate ignition devices for the left and right hand surface burners.
- Page 31 Installation Instructions ADJUST THE OVEN BURNER AIR SHUTTER IF NECESSARY (CONT.) For LP Gas: The flame should have approximately 1-inch blue cones. After 30 seconds of burner operation, check for flames lifting off the burner ports. If lifting is observed, gradually reduce the air shutter opening until flames are stabilized.
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Page 32: Level The Range
• After installing the Anti-Tip device, verify that it is in place by carefully attempting to tilt the range forward. • This range has been designed to meet all recognized industry tip standards for all normal conditions. • The use of this device does not preclude tipping of the range when not properly installed. -
Page 33: Convert To Lp Gas
When ordering parts, always include the model number and serial number to ensure proper replacement parts. Parts may be obtained through General Electric/Hotpoint Factory Service Centers or General Electric/Hotpoint authorized Customer Care CONVERT TO LP GAS (or convert back to natural gas from LP) This range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas. -
Page 34: Before You Call For Service
• The oven vent, on the back of the range, must be unobstructed. • See the Using the oven sections. • See the Using the oven for baking or roasting section. - Page 35 For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. From the date of the During this limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor original purchase and in-home service to replace the defective part.
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Page 36: Consumer Support
GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that can be used by people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Website today.
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I own a RGA720 gas stove and my oven has stopped is lighting. I don't hear anything clicking when I turn the knob to the desired temperature and after 90 seconds it still doesn't turn on. The top burners and electric starter are working without any issues. Have any troubleshooting tips which can help me work out if this issue can be resolved? Thank you, Pam
If the oven on a Hotpoint RGA720 gas stove is not lighting, consider these troubleshooting tips:
1. Power Supply Check – Ensure the stove has power. The oven's electric ignition system requires power to operate.
2. Power Failure – If there was a power outage, the oven burner will not relight until power is restored and the glow bar reaches operating temperature.
3. Gas Flow – Verify that the gas supply is on and properly connected.
4. Ignition System – The glow bar must be hot for gas to flow. If it is not heating up, it may need replacement.
5. Burner Obstructions – Ensure the burner is clean and free of debris that could block gas flow.
6. Conversion Check – If the range was converted between natural gas and LP gas, ensure the correct orifices were used.
If the issue persists, professional service may be required.
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