Using the Delay Start and Cook Time features on your GE oven can make meal prep smoother and more convenient. Whether you’re timing it with another appliance or want dinner ready when you walk in the door, these features can help. Here’s how to set them up and why they’re handy.
Steps to Set Delay Start and Cook Time on Your GE Oven
1. Prepare Your Oven
Load your food into the oven and close the door.
2. Set Delay Start Time
• Press the Delay Start button.
• Enter the time you want your oven to start.
• Example: Set the start time to 6:35 PM if you want baking to begin at that time.
3. Set the Bake Temperature
• After setting the start time, the oven prompts you to select the bake temperature.
• Enter your desired baking temperature, such as 425°F.
• Press Start to confirm.
4. Set the Cook Time
• Now, specify how long you want the food to cook.
• Consider the time needed for preheating so your food cooks evenly.
• Once set, the oven will return to displaying the delay countdown.
5. Automatic Shut-Off
• When the cooking time ends, the oven automatically turns off.
Benefits of Using Delay Start and Cook Time
These features offer more than just convenience—they can transform your cooking routine:
• Ideal for Meal Prep
Set up your oven in advance, whether you’re working or busy with other tasks, and let it start cooking independently. This hands-off approach can make meal prep more flexible, especially when timing dishes like roasted vegetables, casseroles, or baked dishes that must be ready for dinner.
• Perfect Coordination with Other Appliances
The Delay Start feature lets you sync your cooking times if you’re using multiple appliances, like an Instant Pot or a slow cooker. Your oven can begin baking at just the right moment to finish alongside other dishes.
• Energy Savings
The automatic shut-off ensures you don’t accidentally leave your oven on, which can save energy and help you avoid potential overcooking.
• Enhanced Convenience for Busy Schedules
Do you have an evening commitment or just a packed schedule? Set your oven to start and stop automatically so your meal is ready when you return home.
These features allow you to set it and forget it, making it easier to fit homemade meals into a busy day. Perfectly timed cooking means less stress and more flexibility in your day.