GE JGBS10DEFBB Use and Care Manual
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1. Bake The bake mode is for baking and roasting This mode uses heat from the lower burner When preparing baked goods such as cakes cookies and pastries always preheat the oven first Follow recipe recommendations for food placement If no guidelines are provided center food in the oven Turn the knob to the correct temperature setting Cookware Cookware Guidelines The material finish and size of cookware affect baking performance Dark coated and dull pans absorb heat more readily than light shiny pans Pans that absorb heat more readily can result in a browner crisper and thicker crust If using dark and coated cookware check food earlier than minimum cook time If undesirable results are obtained with this type of cookware consider reducing oven temperature by 25 F next time Aluminum Foil Broil Broiling is done in the broiling drawer Always broil with the door closed Monitor food closely while broiling Use caution when broiling on upper rack positions as placing food closer to the broil burner increases smoking spattering and the possibility of fats igniting Try broiling foods that you would normally grill Adjust rack positions to adjust the intensity of the heat to the food Place foods closer to the broil burner when a seared surface and rare interior is desired Thicker foods and foods that need to be cooked through should be broiled on a rack position farther from the burner Shiny pans can pro2. 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 time is up To Set the Clock NOTE When you first plug in the range or after a power failure the entire Clock Timer display will light up 1 Press the CLOCK pad 2 Press and hold the or pad and the time of day will To Set the Kitchen Timer 1 Press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad 2 Use the and pads to set the timer Short taps on the or pad change the timer s setting one minute at a time Pressing and continuing to hold the pad increases the setting 10 minutes at a time 3 Once you have set your timer press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad to start timing 3 Press the CLOCK pad to start the clock KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF CLOCK 2 change 10 minutes at a time To change the time by single minutes give the pads short taps QO As the timer counts down a signal will indicate when one minute is left After this signal the display will count down in seconds When time runs out a final signal will sound Press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad to stop the signal Gis To Change or Cancel the Kitchen Timer Setting When the timer is counting down use the and pad to change the remaining time or press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad to stop the timer The timer cannot be cancelled unless you have fully completed set timer instructions above Display Clock Whi
3. them for foods such as delicate sauces that require low heat for a long cooking time The extra large burner is designed to quickly bring large amounts of liquid to a boil Some models have a POWER BOIL setting especially designed for use with cookware with a diameter of 11 inches or larger These flames are too large for the pot 49 85209 Surface Burners Cont Top of Range Cookware Aluminum Medium weight cookware is recommended because it heats quickly and evenly Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet Use saucepans with tight fitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water Stainless Steel This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat as the manufacturer recommends Cast Iron If heated slowly most skillets will give satisfactory results Stove Top Grills Do not use an after market stove top grill on your gas surface burners A stove top grill will cause incomplete combustion resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable standards This could be hazardous to your health Using a Wok Use only a flat bottomed wok with a diameter of 14 inches or less Make sure the wok bottom sits flat on the grate Do not use a wok support ring Placing the ring over the burner or grate may cause the burner to work
4. If allowed to heat beyond its smoking point oil may ignite resulting in fire that may spread to surrounding cabinets Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to monitor oil temperature To avoid oil spillover and fire use a minimum amount of oil when shallow pan frying and avoid cooking frozen foods with excessive amounts of ice Use proper pan size and avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped Select cookware that is matched to the size of the burner Burner flames should be adjusted so that they do not extend beyond the bottom of the pan Excessive flame may be hazardous Always use the LITE position when igniting the top burners and make sure the burners have ignited When using glass ceramic cookware make sure it is suitable for cooktop service others may break because of sudden change in temperature To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage the handle of a container should be turned toward the center of the range without extending over nearby burners When preparing flaming foods under a hood turn the fan on Do not use a wok with a round metal support ring The ring may trap heat and block air to the burner resulting in a carbon monoxide hazard Do not attempt to lift the cooktop Doing so may damage the gas tubing to the surface burners resulting in a gas leak and risk of fire When disabling Lock Control on some models make sure the surface controls are set to the
5. OFF position This will prevent unintended gas flow from the burners Do not use aluminum foil to cover the grates or line any part of the cooktop Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning overheating of the cooktop surfaces or a potential fire hazard SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 49 85209 NOILVWYOINI ALSISVS SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING NEVER cover any slots holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as aluminum foil Doing so blocks air flow through the oven and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat causing a fire hazard Use this appliance for its intended purpose as described in this owner s manual Stand away from the range when opening the oven door Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands face and or eyes Keep the oven free from grease buildup Grease in the oven may ignite Place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool If rack must be moved while oven is hot be careful to avoid touching hot surfaces Pull the oven rack to the stop lock position when loading and unloading food from the oven This helps prevent burns from touching hot surfaces of the door and oven walls Do not leave items such as paper cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use ltems stored in an oven can ignit
6. Parts Oven racks Part numbers vary by model Oven burners Part numbers vary by model Light bulbs Part numbers vary by model Cleaning Supplies CitruShine Stainless Steel Wipes WX10X10007 CeramaBryte Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner PM10X311 How to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape Carefully grasp a corner of the protective shipping film with your fingers and slowly peel it from the appliance surface Do not use any sharp items to remove the film Remove all of the film before using the appliance for the first time To assure no damage is done to the finish of the product the safest way to remove the adhesive from packaging tape on new appliances is an application of a household liquid dishwashing detergent Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak NOTE The adhesive must be removed from all parts It cannot be removed if it is baked on 49 85209 SAIYOSSIDIV JDNVLSISSV Surface Burners USING THE COOKTOP Surface Burners How to Light a Surface Burner AWARN N G Burners should be operated only when covered by cookware Burner flames not covered by cookware present a risk of fire or clothing ignition Never let flames extend beyond the sides of the cookware Failure to comply may result in serious injury Make sure all burners are in their correct locations and fully assembled before attempting to operate any burner Select a burner and find its control knob Push the knob in and turn it to the L
7. cooking for more even cooking results When baking four cake layers at a time stagger the pans as shown so that one pan is not directly above _ Ea another ia l 5 acemen Cook food thoroughly to help protect against food Han 4 borne illness Minimum safe food temperature ae Lh le mH recommendations for food safety can be found at 7 ENN www lsitDoneYet gov Make sure to use a food A thermometer to take food temperatures 1 6 49 85209 Cleaning The Oven Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the oven Control Panel and Knobs Wipe the control panel after each use of the oven with a damp cloth For cleaning use mild soap and water or a 50 50 solution of vinegar and water Rinse with clean water Polish dry with a soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleansers plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control panel they will damage the finish Do not try to bend knobs by pulling them up or down or by hanging a towel or other such loads This can damage the gas valve shaft The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning With knobs in the OFF position pull them straight off the stems The knobs can be washed by hand with soap and water or in a dishwasher Oven Exterior and Cooktop Surface Do not
8. improperly resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable standards This could be hazardous to your health In Case of a Power Failure In case of a power failure you can light the surface burners on your range with a match Hold a lit match to the burner ports then slowly turn the control knob to the LITE position Use extreme caution when lighting burners this way 49 85209 Enamelware Under some conditions the enamel of some cookware may melt Follow cookware manufacturer s recommendations for cooking methods Glass There are two 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 It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly Check cookware manufacturer s directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges a CORALE SS ae LTA SS 2 NIIN y Use a flat bottomed wok Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally If Lock Control on some models is in use at the time of a power failure the surface burners cannot be lit 11 dOLNOOD JHL ONISN SJOUING SIDIJUNS USING THE OVEN Using the clock and timer 12 Using the clock and timer Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model You have the choice of having the timer show the time
9. or hot surfaces may ignite causing severe burns Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range Grease in the oven or on the cooktop may ignite Clean ventilating hoods frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the hood or filter SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 49 85209 AWARNING IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS TO PREVENT INJURY AND FIRE SPREADING Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn the controls off Smother a flaming pan on a surface burner by covering the pan completely with a well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray If necessary use a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher If there is a fire in the oven during baking turn the oven off and keep the door closed until the fire goes out If necessary use a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher If there is a fire in the oven during self clean turn the oven off and wait for the fire to go out Do not force the door open Introduction of fresh air at self clean temperatures may lead to a burst of flame from the oven Failure to follow this instruction may result in severe burns AWARNING COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Never leave the surface burners unattended at medium or high heat settings Foods especially oily foods may ignite resulting in fire that could spread to surrounding cabinets Never leave oil unattended while frying
10. self clean cycles Clock and timer do not A fuse in your home may be blown or the Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker work circuit breaker tripped Sometimes the Cookware or food in oven The cookware or food in the oven will cause oven takes longer to the oven to take longer to preheat Remove preheat to the same items to reduce preheat time temperature Number of racks in oven Adding more racks to the oven will cause the oven to take longer to preheat Remove some racks 49 85209 Troubleshooting tips Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Oven light does not Light bulb is loose or defective Tighten or replace bulb work Switch operating light is broken Call for service Oven will not The temperature is too high to set a Allow the oven to cool and reset the controls self clean self clean operation Oven conirols improperly set See the Cleaning the Oven section Excessive smoking Excessive soil or grease Turn knob to Off Open the windows to rid the room of during clean cycle smoke Wait until the LOCKED light goes off Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle Excessive smoking Food too close to burner element Lower the rack position of the food during broiling Oven door will not Oven too hot Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature open after a clean cycle Oven not clean after Oven controls improperly set See the Cleaning the Oven section a clean cy
11. use oven cleaners abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleansers steel wool plastic scouring pads or cleaning powders on the interior or exterior of the oven Clean with a mild soap and water or a 50 50 solution of vinegar and water Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth When cleaning surfaces make sure that they are at room temperature and not in direct sunlight Stainless Steel Surfaces on some models Do not use a steel wool pad it will scratch the surface To clean the stainless steel surface use warm sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish Always wipe the surface in the direction of the grain Follow the cleaner instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface Oven Interior The interior of your new oven can be cleaned manually or by using the Steam Clean or Self Clean modes Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up as soon as hot surfaces cool then clean and rinse Manual Cleaning Do not use oven cleaners abrasive cleaners strong liquid cleansers steel wool scouring pads or cleaning powders on the interior of the oven Clean with a mild soap and water or 50 50 solution of vinegar and water Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth When cleaning surfaces make sure that they are at room temperature and not in direct sunlight 49 85209 Not all knobs are interchangeable To determine th
12. ITE position After Lighting a Burner Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may discolor or chip without cookware to absorb the heat Do not attempt to disassemble any burner while another burner is on An electric shock may result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware Use of the Surface Burners Your gas rangetop has sealed gas burners They offer convenience cleanability and flexibility for a wide range of cooking applications The smallest burner is the simmer burner On some models the center burner of the triple flame burner provides an additional simmer burner A simmer burner turned down to LO provides precise cooking performance How to Select Flame Size Watch the flame not the knob as you adjust heat When rapid heating is desired the flame size on a burner should match the size of the cookware you are using Flames larger than the bottom of the cookware will not heat faster and may be hazardous You will hear a clicking noise the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner When one burner is turned to LITE all burners will spark Sparking will continue as long as the knob remains at LITE Once gas is ignited turn the knob to adjust the flame size Push the control knob in and turn it to the LITE position Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you place your hand a pot holder or cleaning materials on
13. RAWER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS some models The purpose of the broil drawer is to hold hot cooked foods at serving temperature Bacteria will grow very rapidly in food that is between 40 and 140 F Do not put cold food in broil drawer Do not keep food in the broil drawer for more than 2 hours Failure to follow these instructions may result in foodborne illness Do not leave paper products plastics canned food or combustible materials in the drawer They may ignite Do not touch the heating element or the interior surface of the drawer These surfaces may be hot enough to cause burns Use care when opening the drawer Open the drawer a crack and let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food Hot air or steam that escapes can cause burns to hands face and or eyes Do not use aluminum foil to line the broil drawer Foil is an excellent heat insulator and will trap heat beneath it This will upset the performance of the drawer and potentially cause a fire hazard SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 49 85209 NOILVWYOINI ALSISVS Thank You for your purchase of a GE Brand appliance Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on line at your convenience www geappliances com service_and_support register Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in t
14. Thermostat Gas Ranges For a Spanish version of this manual visit our Website at GEAppliances com Para consultar una version en espanol de este manual de instrucciones visite nuestro sitio de internet GEAppliances com In Canada contact us at www GEAppliances ca GEAppliances com Safety Information Warranty Assistance Accessories Using The Cooktop Surface Burners Griddle 0 cece eee eee eee Using The Oven Using the clock and timer Oven Air Vents 000 Oven Racks and Rack Positions Oven Controls 0000 Cooking Modes oe ccc cteacsanks Cookware 000 e eee ee eee Cooking Guide 6 Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Oven Cleaning The Cooktop Cleaning The Door and Drawer Maintenance 0 eee eee Troubleshooting Tips Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on a label on the side trim or on the front of the lower oven behind the oven door Owner s Manual 49 85209 06 13 GE SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING AWARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the v
15. ached to the floor or wall and slide the range back so the rear leveling leg is under the anti tip bracket If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason always repeat this procedure to verify the range is properly secured by the anti tip Freestanding and Slide In Ranges bracket Never completely remove the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the anti tip device properly Anti Tip Bracket Leveling Leg SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 49 85209 STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING The California Safe Drinking Water 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 AWARN l NG This product contains one or more chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Self clean ovens can cause low level exposure to some of these substances including carbon monoxide during the cleaning cycle Exposure can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood A WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING never use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the oven Use this appliance for its intended purpose as described in this owner
16. bulb is smaller than a standard 40 watt household bulb ONINV3S1D ANV JYV Reconnect electrical power EN safety do not touch a hot bulb with a damp cloth If you to the oven once the new 3y Zo do the bulb may break bulb is installed A eng To remove For improved lighting inside Turn the glass cover counterclockwise 1 4 turn until the the oven clean the glass tabs of the glass cover clear the grooves of the socket Remove the bulb wet cloth This should be i Tab To replace done when the oven is A Put in a new 40 watt appliance bulb Place the tabs of completely cool aS the glass cover into the grooves of the socket Turn the glass cover clockwise 1 4 turn cover frequently using a Glass cover Lift Off Oven Door The door is very heavy Be careful when removing and lifting the door Do not lift door by the handle To Remove the Door 1 Fully open the oven door 2 With thumb and forefinger pull the hinge lock on each hinge up to the unlocked position 3 Firmly grasp both sides of the door at near the top 4 Close door until the top of the door is approximately 3 from the range frame 5 Lift door up and away from the range until both hinge arms are clear of the slots in the range frame To Replace the Door 1 Firmly grasp both sides of the door near the top 2 With the door at the same angle as the removal position rest the notch in the bottom of the left hinge arm on the bottom edge of the lef
17. cle Oven was heavily soiled Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean cycle Heavily soiled ovens may need to self clean again Burning or oily This is normal in a new oven and will See the Cleaning the Oven section This is temporary odor emitting from disappear in time the vent Strong odor An odor from the oven insulation is This is temporary and will go away after several uses normal for the first few times the oven or a self clean cycle is used My oven door glass No The inner oven glass is coated with This is normal Under certain light or angles you may appears to be a heat barrier to reflect the heat back see this tint or rainbow color tinted or have a into the oven to prevent heat loss and rainbow color Is keep the outer door cool while baking this defective 49 85209 23 Sdll 9NILOOHSJIJNOYL TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting tips Before you call for service Top burners do not light Plug on range is not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly or do not burn evenly inserted in the electrical outlet grounded outlet The front right burner Burner slits on the side of the Remove the burners and clean them Check the electrode area is designed to have burner may be clogged for burned on food or grease See the Care and cleaning of the slightly smaller flames range section between the 6 and 9 r o clock positions This Improper burn
18. duce more evenly cooked baked goods such as cakes and cookies Glass and ceramic pans heat slowly but retain heat well These types of pans work well for dishes such as pies and custards Air insulated pans heat slowly and can reduce bottom browning Keep cookware clean to promote even heating Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottoms The foil will trap heat below and upset the performance of the oven Foil can melt and permanently damage the oven bottom Damage from improper use of aluminum foil is not covered by the product warranty Foil may be used to catch spills by placing a sheet on a lower rack several inches below the food Do not use more foil than necessary and never entirely cover an oven rack with aluminum foil Keep foil at least 1 1 2 from oven walls to prevent poor heat circulation 49 85209 N3AO 3HL ONISN BIOMYOOD s pow Buiyoop 15 rad ki id Cooking Guide J D RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED er FOOD TYPE MODE S RACK POSITION S ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS Baked Goods Ev Layer cakes sheet cakes O aungi Gelas muns uits Bake 2or3 Use shiny cookware breads biscuits scones on a Single Rack Layer cakes on Multiple Ensure adequate airflow s Racks Bake Fanda see illustration below Chiffon cakes angel food Bake 1 Use shiny cookware Coates Ceedls Sanes n Bake 3 Use shiny cookware a Single Rack Cookes beaut n x Ensure adequate airflow Switch food ae tae Se Bake 2 a
19. e Do not leave items on the cooktop near the oven vent which is in the center of the backguard Items may overheat resulting in a risk of fire or burns When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturer s directions Never broil with door open Open door broiling is not permitted due to overheating of control knobs AWARNING SELF CLEANING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The self cleaning feature on some models operates the oven at temperatures high enough to burn away food soils in the oven Follow these instructions for safe operation Do not touch oven surfaces during self clean operation Keep children away from the oven during self cleaning Failure to follow these instructions may cause burns Before operating the self clean cycle remove pans shiny metal oven racks and other utensils from the oven Only porcelain coated oven racks may be left in the oven Do not use self clean to clean other parts such as grates Before operating the self clean cycle wipe grease and food soils from the oven Excessive amount of grease may ignite leading to smoke damage to your home If the self cleaning mode malfunctions turn the oven off and disconnect the power supply Have it serviced by a qualified technician Do 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 49 85209 AWARNING BROIL D
20. e correct location of a particular knob examine the back of the knob A knob with a label or two stem holes should be replaced on the front panel first by matching the shape of the knob holes to the shape of the control panel stems The remainder of the knobs having no labels and only one stem hole can then be replaced on the front panel anywhere there is a single stem Stem holes Knobs with two stem holes have special locations Surface burner knob If a stain on the door vent trim is persistent use a mild abrasive cleaner and a sponge scrubber for best results Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately Let hot surfaces cool then clean and rinse To inquire about purchasing cleaning products including stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish read the Assistance and Accessories sections at the beginning of this manual ONINVI1D GNV 3 V9 USAC aU Buluba 17 CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning The Oven Cleaning The Cooktop 18 Cleaning The Oven Cont Oven Interior continued Self Clean Mode on some models Read Self Cleaning Oven Safety Instructions at the beginning of this manual before using Self Clean Mode Self clean uses very high temperatures to clean the oven interior The oven door will lock when using this feature Before operating the self clean cycle pre wash inner door and inside windo
21. er assembly Make sure the burner parts are installed correctly See the Care is normal and cleaning of the range section Burner flames very Improper air to gas ratio If range is connected to LP gas contact the person who large or yellow installed your range or made the conversion Surface burners light The oven gas shut off valve may To check the oven gas shut off valve remove the drawer see but oven does not have accidentally been moved the Care and cleaning of the range section For lower oven during cleaning or moving drawer models remove the rear access panel by unscrewing the thumb screws in the upper left and right corners Look for the gas shut off lever at the back of the range Lever i is shown closed PULL TO OPEN Thumb screws Sealed burner models Lower oven drawer models Burners do not light Plug on range is not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly inserted in the electrical outlet grounded outlet Gas supply not connected or See the Installation Instructions that came with your range turned on A fuse in your home may be Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker blown or the circuit breaker tripped Burner parts not replaced See the Care and Cleaning of the range section correctly Drawer does not slide The drawer is out of alignment Fully extend the drawer and push it all the way in See the Care smoothly or drag
22. event ignition of these materials Avoid scratching or impacting glass doors cooktops or control panels Doing so may lead to glass breakage Do not cook on a product with broken glass Shock fire or cuts may occur Do not leave children alone children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where an appliance is in use They should never be allowed to climb sit or stand on any part of the appliance A CAUTION Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above an oven children climbing on the oven to reach items could be seriously injured Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the oven door drawer or cooktop They could damage the range or tip it over causing severe injury or death SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 49 85209 NOILVWYOINI ALSISVS SAFETY INFORMATION Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlets and outlets that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop at the top and bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range under the broil drawer lower oven drawer or kick panel Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders touch surface burners burner grate or oven heating element Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of pot holders Do not touch the heating elements or the
23. he packing material WARRANTY GE Gas Range Warranty GEAppliances com All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service on line visit us at www geappliances com service_and_support or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service Servicing your appliance may require the use of the onboard data port for diagnostics This gives a GE factory service technician the ability to quickly diagnose any issues with your appliance and helps GE improve its products by providing GE with information on your appliance If you do not want your appliance data to be sent to GE please advise your technician not to submit the data to GE at the time of service For the period of one year from the date of the original purchase GE will provide any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this limited one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part What GE will not cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use Damage to the product caused by accident fire the product floods or acts of God Improper installation delivery or maintenance Incidental or consequential damage caused by Failure of the product if it is abused misused possible defects with this appliance modified or used for othe
24. icinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any 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 must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier ANTI TIP DEVICE A WARNING To reduce the risk of tipping the range the range must be secured by Tip Over Hazard a properly installed anti tip bracket A child or adult can tip the range and be killed See installation instructions shipped Verify the anti tip bracket has been properly installed with the bracket for complete details and engaged before attempting to install Ensure the anti tip bracket is re engaged when the range is moved For Freestanding and Slide In Do not operate the range without the anti tip bracket in Ranges place and engaged N Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or TO check if the bracket is installed serious burns to children or adults and engaged properly look underneath the range to see that the rear leveling leg is engaged in the bracket On some models the storage drawer or kick panel can be removed for easy inspection If visual inspection is not possible slide the range forward confirm the anti tip bracket is securely att
25. ide it partway into the range Then lower the drawer and push it completely closed Stainless Steel Handles on some models The stainless steel handles on some models can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser will remove rust tarnish and small blemishes Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush lines with a damp soft sponge Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel Do not wipe the handle with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel Do not use scouring pads powdered cleaners bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the finish 49 85209 Maintenance Oven Light Replacement SHOCK OR BURN HAZARD Before replacing oven light bulb disconnect the electrical A WARNING power to the oven at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel Failure to do so may result in electric shock or burn BURN HAZARD The glass cover and bulb should be removed when cool Touching hot A CAUTION glass with bare hands or a damp cloth can cause burns Oven Light Bulb NOTE The glass cover should be removed only when cold Wearing latex gloves may offer a better grip Before replacing the bulb disconnect electrical power to the oven at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel Let the bulb cool completely before removing it For your NOTE A 40 watt appliance
26. interior surface of the oven These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color During and after use do IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONT not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact any interior area of the oven allow sufficient time for cooling first Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to cause burns Potentially hot surfaces include the burners grates oven vent opening surfaces near the opening and crevices around the oven door Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Cook meat and poultry thoroughly meat to at least an internal temperature of 160 F and poultry to at least an internal temperature of 180 F Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness A WARNING KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE OVEN Failure to do so may result in fire or personal injury Do not store or use flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop including paper plastic pot holders linens wall coverings curtains drapes and gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance Avoid storing commonly used items in cabinets above the range and be careful when reaching over the range Clothing in close proximity to burners
27. le Kitchen Timer Is Operating Pressing the CLOCK pad while the timer is operating will not interfere with the timer s operation the display will change to show the clock but the timer will continue to count down Clock on some models The clock on your range is powered by the range itself No batteries are necessary The time is displayed with no timer or audible alarm To set the clock turn the stem left or right To clean the clock see instructions on page 23 For any repairs call a qualified service technician and will still signal when time is up Press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad again to change the display back to show the timer 49 85209 Oven Air Vents Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to keep cool and operate properly with correct combustion Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop at the top and bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range Oven Racks and Rack Positions Main Oven Your oven has six rack positions in the main oven Recommended rack positions for various types of foods are provided in the Cooking Guide Adjusting rack position is one way to impact cooking results For example if you would prefer darker tops on cakes muffins or cookies try moving food one rack position higher If you find foods are too brown on top try moving them down next time When baking with multip
28. le pans and on multiple racks ensure there is sufficient space between pans to allow air to flow Oven Racks When placing and removing cookware pull the rack out to the bump stop position on the rack support To remove a rack pull it toward you tilt the front end up and pull it out To replace place the curved end of the rack stop locks onto the oven supports tilt up the front of the rack and push the rack in Racks may become difficult to slide especially after a self clean Put some vegetable oil on a soft cloth or paper towel and rub onto the left and right edges Broil Drawer on some models Always use the broil pan and grid that comes with your range The broil drawer has three broiling positions A bottom of the broil drawer B middle and C top To broil in position B or C slide the pan into the drawer such that the handles rest on the supports For broiling in position A place the pan directly on the bottom of the broil drawer 49 85209 gt E To 2 n R N3AO 3HL ONISN SUOI ISOd YODY PUD SYDDY U AQ S U A Jy UBAO Oven Controls USING THE OVEN 14 Oven Controls Oven Temperature Knob on some models Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the setting you want Preheat the oven for 10 minutes for baking The oven on light comes on when the burner is on It will cycle on and off during c
29. nd 4 location partially through cooking for more H even cooking results Beef amp Pork Use a broil pan move food down for more Hamburgers Broil Hi C doneness less searing Watch food closely when broiling Center food under burner Use a broil pan move food down for more Steaks amp Chops Broil Hi C doneness less searing Watch food closely when broiling Center food under burner USING THE OVEN Leave uncovered use a low sided pan such Feas Bake Wane as a broil pan Preheating is not necessary Poultry Wholetchicken Bake 1or2 Leave uncovered use a low sided pan such as a broil pan Bone in chicken breasts Broil Hi B Broil skin side down first legs thighs Bake Watch food closely when broiling a Move food down for more doneness less 3 Broil Hi Boneless chicken breasts Bake B searing and up for greater searing browning when broiling Wholenunke Bake Ror Leave uncovered use a low sided pan Y such as a broil pan Leave uncovered use a low sided pan Turkey Breast Bake 1or2 such as a broil pan Fish Broil Hi B gt 1 2 inch Watch food closely when broiling Casseroles Bake 2or3 Frozen Convenience Foods Pizza french fries tator tots chicken nuggets appetizers Bake 3 Use shiny cookware on a Single Rack Pizza french fries tator tots Use shiny cookware chicken nuggets appetizers Bake 2 and 4 Switch food location partially through on Multiple Racks
30. ooking Front of OVEN TEMP knob knob appearance may vary To Adjust the Thermostat on models with an OVEN TEMP Knob 1 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 2 With the back of the knob facing you hold the outer edge of the knob with one hand and turn the front of the knob with the other hand To increase the oven temperature move the top screw toward the right You ll hear a click for each notch you move the knob To decrease the oven temperature move the top Back of OVEN TEMP knob screw toward the left knob appearance may vary Each click will change the oven temperature approximately 10 F Range is plus or minus 60 F from the arrow We suggest that you make the adjustment one click from the original setting and check oven performance before making any additional adjustments 3 After the adjustment is made retighten screws so they are snug but be careful not to overtighten 4 Replace the knob matching the flat area of the knob to the shaft and check performance 49 85209 Cooking Modes Your new oven has a variety of cooking modes to help you get the best results These modes are described below Refer to the Cooking Guide section for recommendations for specific foods Remember your new oven may perform differently than the oven it is replacing
31. r than the intended purpose Damage caused after delivery or used commercially Product not accessible to provide required service Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit Marks or stains including surface rust stains that can breakers be removed by following cleaning instructions EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 Extended Warranties Purchase a GE extended war
32. ranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime 52 Oc pad E QS ug ae De coe gt S T Se _ 3 8 So 2 ro nz Os o S cate a eae O z 5 0 O GO wo o 2 Fg gt 0 ns www geappliances com service_and_support shop for extended service plans htm or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires 8 49 85209 Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website www geappliances com service_and_support 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts or even schedule service on line Schedule Service Expert GE repair service is only one Real Life Design Studio GE supports the Universal step away from your door Get on line and schedule Design concept of products services and environments your service at www geappliances com service_and_ that can be used by people of all ages sizes and support Or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 during capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide normal business hours range of physical and mental abilities and impairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications Parts and Accessories Individuals qualified to service _ including kitchen design ideas for people wi
33. rding to size Burner Caps Replace burner caps on burner heads Make sure each cap fits securely and sits flat on its corresponding burner head 49 85209 A CAUTI ON Do not operate the cooktop without all burner parts and grates in place Any spill on or around an electrode must be carefully cleaned Take care to not hit an electrode with anything hard or it could be damaged Electrode C os ONINV3S19D ANV JJV The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed when the burner head is removed When one burner is turned to LITE all the burners spark Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on An electric shock may result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware do 009 ay Buiup J A Burner cap is Burner cap is NOT properly seated properly seated Burner cap is NOT properly seated 19 CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning The Cooktop Cleaning The Door and Drawer 20 Cleaning The Cooktop Cont Burner Grates Grates should be washed in hot soapy water and When replacing the grates be sure to locate them rinsed with clean water To soften burned on food correctly on the cooktop Grates are identified by the place grates in a plastic bag containing 1 4 cup of words LEFT and RIGHT on their bottom surfaces Grate household ammonia for several hours Afterward scrub should fit securely into the cooktop grates with a plastic sco
34. res section Ingredient substitution Substituting ingredients can change the recipe outcome Food does not broil Oven controls improperly set Make sure you select the appropriate broil properly mode Improper rack position being used See Cooking Guide for rack location suggestions Food being cooked in a hot pan Make sure cookware is cool Cookware not suited for broiling Use a pan specifically designed for broiling Aluminum foil used on the broiling pan and If using aluminum foil conform to pan slits grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended In some areas the power voltage may be Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes low Oven temperature too Oven temperature needs adjustment See the Special Features section hot or too cold Oven does not work or A fuse in your home may be blown or the Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker appears not to work circuit breaker tripped Oven controls improperly set See the Using the Oven section Crackling or This is the sound of the metal heating This is normal popping sound and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions Why is my range Your range has been designed to maintain This is normal making a clicking a tighter control over your oven s noise when using my temperature You may hear your oven s oven heating elements click on and off more frequently than in older ovens to achieve better results during baking broiling and
35. rner heads can be lifted off the cooktop Round Burner Cap Removable Burner Electrode 49 85209 Cleaning The Cooktop Cont Cleaning The Burners Burner Caps Wash burner caps in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water You may scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove burned on food particles The round caps may also be cleaned in your dishwasher Burner Heads Wash the burner heads routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog the openings Lift burners off when cool Use hot soapy water Rinse with clean water For more stubborn stains use a brush with plastic bristles NOTE Do not use steel wool or scouring powders to clean the burner parts as these may clog the parts Never wash burner heads in your dishwasher as dishwasher detergents will discolor your burners The ports in the burner heads must be kept clean at all times for an even unhampered flame Clogged or dirty burner ports or electrodes will not allow the burner to operate properly Round hole in burner head must be kept clear For proper ignition make sure the small hole in the notch that fits over the electrode is kept open A sewing needle or wire twist tie works well to unclog it After cleaning Before putting the burner caps heads on some models and oval head cap assembly back shake out excess water and allow them to dry thoroughly Replacing Burner Heads Replace burner heads in the correct locations acco
36. s and cleaning of the range section Drawer is over loaded or load is Reduce weight Redistribute drawer contents unbalanced Lower broil drawer will A fuse in your home may be blown Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker not work or the circuit breaker tripped The oven is self cleaning Wait for the self clean cycle to finish and the oven to cool Controls improperly set See the broil drawer section 49 85209
37. s manual Have your range installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the provided installation instructions Any adjustment and service should be performed only by a qualified gas range installers or service technicians Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual Your range is shipped from the factory set for use with natural gas It can be converted for use with LP gas If required these adjustments must be made by a qualified technician in accordance with the installation instructions and local codes The agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut off valve and how to turn it off if necessary Plug your range into a 120 volt grounded outlet only Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug If in doubt about the grounding of the home electrical system it is your responsibility and obligation to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly grounded 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 the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker Be sure all packing materials are removed from the range before operating to pr
38. t hinge slot The notch in the hinge arm must be fully seated onto the bottom of the slot Repeat for the right side 3 Fully open the door If the door will not fully open the notches in the bottoms of the hinge arms are not seated correctly onto the bottom edge of the slot Lift the door off the range and repeat Step 2 Push the hinge locks down to the locked position Close the oven door Push hinge locks down to lock as 49 85209 BOUDUALUID p TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS 22 Troubleshooting tips Before you call for service Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service Possible Cause What To Do My new oven doesn t Your new oven has a different cooking For the first few uses follow your recipe cook like my old one system from your old oven and therefore times and temperatures carefully If you still Is something wrong may cook differently than your old oven think your new oven is too hot or too cold with the temperature you can adjust the temperature yourself to settings meet your specific cooking preference Food does not bake Oven controls improperly set See the Cooking Modes section properly Rack position is incorrect or rack is not See the Cooking Modes section and Cooking level Guide Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper See the Cookware section size being used Oven temperature needs adjustment See the Special Featu
39. th disabilities their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent check out our Website today For the hearing impaired directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover please call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 800 626 2002 during normal Contact Us If you are not satisfied with the service you business hours receive from GE contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write to General Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Accessories Looking For Something More GE offers a variety of accessories to improve your cooking and maintenance experiences To place an order visit us online at www GEApplianceParts com U S or www GEAppliances ca Canada or call 800 626 2002 U S 800 661 1616 Canada The following products and more are available Accessories Small Broiler Pan 8 3 4 x 1 4 x 13 2 WB48X10055 US 222D2097G001 Canada Large Broiler Pan 12 3 4 x 1 4 x 16 WB48X10056 US 222D2097G002 Canada XL Broiler Pan 17 x 1 x 19 1 4 WB48X10057 US Not available in Canada
40. uring pad soaked in hot soapy water Rinse well and dry Cleaning the Grates in a Dishwasher Cooktop grates may be cleaned in the dishwasher Place them on the lowest rack of the dishwasher and run ona heavy duty cycle Cleaning The Door and Drawer Grates will gradually lose their shine due to their continual exposure to high temperatures To clean the inside of the door Do not allow excess water to run into any holes or slots in the door Wipe dishwashing detergent over any baked on spatters on the glass Use a single sided safety razor blade to clean it off Then wipe over the glass with a soapy cloth to remove any residue and dry off The area outside the gasket can be cleaned with a soap filled plastic scouring pad The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to allow for proper air circulation Do not rub or clean the door gasket it has an extremely low resistance to abrasion If you notice the gasket becoming worn frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should have it replaced Removable Broiler Drawer on some models To remove 1 When the broiler is cool remove the grid and pan 2 Pull the broiler drawer out until it stops then push it back in about one inch 3 Grasp the handle lift and pull the broiler drawer out Clean the broiler drawer with hot soapy water To replace Hold the broiler drawer in the raised position as you sl
41. w before self cleaning Wipe inner black door before self clean Remove all items from the oven other than enameled dark color racks Shiny or silver racks the meat probe and any Oven Racks All oven racks may be cleaned by hand with an abrasive cleaner or steel wool Black porcelain coated oven racks may remain in the oven during the self cleaning cycle without being damaged If nickel plated oven racks remain in the oven during the self cleaning cycle they Cleaning The Cooktop Removal of Surface Burners for Cleaning cookware or other items should all be removed from the oven before initiating a self clean cycle Close the door Slide the door latch handle to the left as far as it will go Turn the oven knob to the self clean setting The oven will turn off automatically when the self clean cycle is complete The door will stay locked until the oven has cooled down After the oven has cooled down wipe any ash out of the oven will lose their luster and become hard to slide It will be necessary to grease all oven rack side edges with a light coating of vegetable oil after cleaning them by hand or in the oven This will help maintain the ease of sliding the racks in and out of the oven Turn all controls OFF Allow cooktop to cool before removing grates and burner parts When removing the burner caps and heads remember their size and location Replace them in the same location after cleaning Round Burner The burner caps and bu
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