In Search of 30" White Stove to Match 1962 GE Refrigerator

[circlew]

Nice Frigidaire, Firedome

When I worked at a hardware store that was a Frigidaire dealer in the Spring-Summer of '77, we had one just like that on display. It was the fanciest model range on the floor, as anything higher up was special order.

 

[kelly0721]

I think I found a stove!

Found this beautiful Frigidaire in Utah. The bottom panel looks a little beat up, but I am hoping I can either find another to replace it. I think it will look nice with the fridge.

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[hippiedoll]

WOWZERS!!

That does look like a really nice FRIGIDAIRE stove there Kelly!

Good luck, I hope it works out for you!

Keeping my fingers crossed for you...

Keep us posted!
;o)

 

[ovrphil]

Hi Kelly -

The bottom panel treatment is nice, even if imperfect - it compliments the metal design of the GE. Good luck and thanks for your encouragements.

Phil

 

[vacerator]

I really like Firdeome's range.

Digital clock, electriclean, auto cook, work light, has all you need. Doesn't even look dated. My mom had a white stove, and a gold refrigerator for a while. Her range was fine, and the fridge they got a great deal on from the Sears clearance room.

 

[kelly0721]

Thanks everyone!

 

I loved the Frigidaire, but decided on this Hotpoint model RB332D stove. I found it on Sunday, paid for it online and had it shipped via Uship. It arrived Monday evening! I'm still trying to find information on it so I can date it. I absolutely love the pattern on the control panel. I think it will be the perfect compliment to the GE fridge. 

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[circlew]

Nice Hotpoint range!

I would say it's from sometime around 1965 or so. Others on here will probably be able to tell you the exact year. The ad in the link is from '65.

http://https//www.magazine-advertisements.com/uploads/2/1/8/4/21844100/hotpoint-30-range-1.jpg

 

[kelly0721]

Thanks CircleW! I think you are right. It certainly looks very similar. The model # is close too. 

 

[turquoisedude]

It might be older.  I don't have a 'decoding ring' for Hotpoint model and serial numbers but that address on the model plate that reads "Chicago 44" kinda says 1963 or before to me because there is no zip code.  Still, it may have taken a couple of years for manufacturers to get name and model plates updated....

 

Whatever its age, you found a very nice looking range Kelly!  Parts, should you need them, should not be difficult to find.  Congratulations!! 

 

[kelly0721]

Thanks turquoisedude. I just found an ad in The Oil City Derrick newspaper from August 3, 1963 for a Hotpoint range, model RB332, so I think you are right in your assessment. 

 

I just downloaded the 1963 Hotpoint catalog from this site. It lists RB330d, which is close, but the photo shows buttons on the control panel. Mine has knobs. 

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[pulltostart]

Nice range

You  made a great selection!  Looks like it's in very good shape, too.  None of the literature that I have illustrates this exact range, but I think in 1964 Hotpoint introduced the "custom crafted" badge and I don't see that on this one.  So my guess would be no newer than 1963.

 

lawrence

 

[kelly0721]

Thanks Lawrence! I think you are right about the date of this stove. I am surprised how hard it has been to find information on it!  Maybe because it is a pretty basic model that does not seem to have the "Deluxe" features? 

 

[hippiedoll]

WOWZERS!!

That's a cute stove Kelly!

I love the triangle shaped knobs, and that big oven-door window!

CONGRATULATIONS!

Doing the HAPPY DANCE for you on this side on the computer
;oD

 

[kelly0721]

Thanks for the happy dance hippiedoll! I love my new stove! My kitchen retro is coming together slowly but surely. My new quest is to find a vintage dishwasher.  

 

[ovrphil]

Nice choice

Hi Kelly,

Keep up the good work. Your kitchen is on its way to being an mcm beauty. ok, mcm - vague term ..but you know what I mean.

 

[norgeway]

My Grandmother had the 40 inch version

Bought at Duke Power in Lenoir NC 1963.

 

[kelly0721]

Hotpoint Stove

Thanks Phil! I think I made the correct choice. The kitchen is getting close to being restored to it's 1962 MCM loveliness! My husband is just finishing up with the cabinets, which is why we don't have doors on the lower cabinets in the picture. I just got the range installed yesterday after spending many hours cleaning off 50 years of grease. I am very pleased with it. It works perfectly, other than the timer, which I will replace once I find one. Other than that it is just beautiful! Now, if I could get my fridge back that would be ideal. After seven months I am becoming increasingly impatient... [this post was last edited: 10/1/2018-20:19]

 

[norgeway]

Beautiful

Early 60s Hotpoint!

 

[kelly0721]

Hotpoint Stove is Overheating

My mid-sixties Hotpoint stove, catalog number 108RB 3320, serial number WW 0030349, is overheating. I realized there was a problem after I roasted a chicken, which finished cooking in three hours, 2+ hours faster than the called for cook time. Fortunately, I had inserted a meat thermometer, which prevented it from burning.

I then tested the stove temperature with an oven thermometer. It was difficult to get a stable temperature reading at any temp setting, but I would guess it is approximately 50 degrees hotter than the temperature set on the oven knob.

Does anyone know what part I need to purchase for this issue? And, is this an easy fix that I could do myself, or do I need to call a repair person? I have included a photo of the serial number plate on the stove. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

 

[kelly0721]

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