GE JGSP20 P User's Manual
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1. ai Main Back 4 Place the range in the counter cutout leaving just enough room between the back of the range and the wall to reach the stability bracket 5 Hook the loose end of the chain onto the bracket by slipping the nearest link of the chain into the slot in the bracket see Fig 2 making sure the chain is pulled as tight as possible and that there is no excess slack in the chain after chain is attached to the bracket Excess slack in the chain could allow the range to tip over excessively 6 Slide the range all the way back into the counter cutout Once the range is pushed back in place there will be a small amount of slack in the chain This is normal _ Anti Tip Device Notes Notes 30 Well Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance receivethe assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE we ll be there All you have to do is call toll free In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Satur days Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be handled in just one visit Service Contrac2. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance eDo not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building eImmediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions eIf 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 Read all instructions before using this is appliance IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE 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 Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances namely benzene carbon monoxide formaldehyde and soot caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels Properly adjusted burners indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame will minimize incomplete combustion Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood When You Get Your Range o Have the installer show you lt Usin
3. These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your range Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your oven If you received a damaged range Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the range Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver on page 26 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself If you need service To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follow for further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed f exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death
4. is displayed when you try to set a clean cycle with the door open or when the oven temperature is too high CLEAN COOK TIME BROIL BAKE To Set a Delayed Start 1 Push STOP TIME button 2 Turn SET knob to time of day when you wish cleaning to be completed must be more than 3 hours later than current time of day 3 Push the CLEAN button 4 Turn SET knob in the clockwise direction about 1 2 turn The words DELAY CLEAN will be on in the display until the clean cycle starts After the clean cycle starts the word CLEAN will be on in the display Note During a delayed self clean operation you can find out when the oven turns on by pushing and holding the CLEAN button To Stop a Clean Cycle 1 Press the CANCEL button 2 Wait until the oven has cooled below locking temperature about 20 30 minutes and the word LOCK is off in the display You will not be able to open the door right away unless the oven temperature is at a safe level If you cannot open the oven door immediately after the word LOCK goes off wait one minute and try again After Self Cleaning 1 When a clean cycle is finished the word CLEAN will be off in the display 2 Wait until the oven has cooled below locking temperature about 20 30 minutes and the word LOCK is off in the display You will not be able to open the door unless the oven temperature is at a safe level If you cannot o
5. Before putting the burners back shake out excess water and then dry burners in a warm oven for 30 minutes DO NOT CLEAN IN SELF CLEANING OVEN OR IN DISHWASHER Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration Spillovers should be wiped up immediately with care being taken not to touch any hot portion of the oven When the surface is cool clean and rinse 23 IOJPS 94 SULDO suraea UAC IO ZUME opm Minor Adjustments You Can Make Broil and Oven Burner Air Adjustment Shutters Air adjustment shutters for the broil and oven burners regulate the flow of air to the flame The air adjustment shutter for the top burner is in the center of the rear wall of the oven Loosen I R PS Air adjustment shutter The shutter for the bottom burner is near the back wall behind the storage drawer To adjust the flow of air to either burner loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter to allow more or less air into the burner tube as needed The flames for the top broil burner should burn steady with 24 approximately 1 blue cones and should not extend out over the edges of the burner baffle To determine if the bottom burner flames are proper remove the oven bottom see below and the burner baffle The flames should have 1 2 to 3 4 blue con with no yellow tipping When the baffle is back in pla
6. Built up soil especially grease may catch fire To make cleaning easier the entire cooktop maybe lifted up and supported in the up position Be sure all burners are turned off before raising the cooktop Then remove the grates and drip pans grasp the two front burner wells and lift up Dual support rods will hold the cooktop up while you clean underneath it After cleaning under the cooktop with hot mild soapy water and a clean cloth lower the cooktop Be careful not to pinch your fingers continued next page Range Top Burners The holes in the burners must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and an even unhampered flame You should clean the burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes Burners lift out for cleaning Note A screw holds each of the burners in place to keep them from wobbling around during shipment Remove and discard the shipping screw Burner Air Gas Valve Shutter Orifice To remove burners 1 Grasp burner head and tilt it to the right to release the two tabs from slots in the burner support 2 Lift the end of the burner assembly then pull away from the front of the range to free the air shutter from the gas valve orifice To remove burned on food soak the burners in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water Soak the burners for 20 to 30 minutes If the food doesn t rinse off completely scrub them wi
7. Internal temperature will rise about 5 to 100F to compensate for temperature rise if desired remove roast from oven when internal temperature is 5 to 10 F less than temperature shown on Roasting Guide Frozen Roasts Frozen roasts of beef pork lamb etc can be started without thawing but allow 15 to 25 minutes additional time per pound 15 minutes additional time per pound for roasts under 5 pounds more time for larger roasts Thaw most frozen poultry before roasting to ensure even doneness Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked successfully without thawing Follow directions given on packer s label Type Meat 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 pre cooked For boneless rolled roasts over 6 inches thick add 5 to 10 minutes per lb to times given above Poultry Chicken or Duck Chicken pieces Turkey 14 Oven Temperature Doneness 3 to 5 lbs Rare 24 33 Medium 35 39 Well Done 4045 Rare 21 25 Medium 25 30 Well Done 30 35 Well Done 35 45 Well Done 35 45 To Warm 3 to 5 lbs Well Done 35 40 Well Done 35 40 l 10 to 15 bs Well Done 18 25 Approximate Roasting Time Internal in Minutea per Pound Temperature F 6 to 8 Ibs 18 22 130 1400 22 29 150 160 30 35 170 1850 20 23 130 140 24 28 150 160 28 33
8. Normal for LP gas Normal for natural gas If burner flames look like A call for service Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas you use With LP gas some yellow tipping on inner conesisnormal g BURNER FLAMES If range is connected to LP gas check all steps in the Installation Instructions VERY LARGE OR YELLOW oe SURFACE BURNER To turn from OFF position push the knob in and then tum KNOBS WILL NOF TURN o E ee OVEN DOES NOT Aluminum foil being used improperly in oven COOK PROPERLY Oven vent blocked on top of range Incorrect cookware being used Check each cooking section for cookware tips Oven bottom not securely seated in position Electronic Controls set incorrectly Review pages 10 and it Check common baking Toasting and broiling problems on pages 12 15 CLOCK AND e Make sure the electrical pl g is plugged into a live properly grounded power outlet MINUTE SECOND s Check for power outage a OVEN LIGHT DOES Bulb may be loose or burned out NOT COME ON e Electrical plug must be plugged into a live power outlet OVEN WILL NOT STOP TIME must be more than 3 hours later than START TIME SELF CLEAN Oven temperature is too high to set self clean operation Allow the range to cool to room temperature Improper aif gas ratio in oven Adjust oven burner air shutters seepage 24 An odor from the insulation around the oven
9. it maybe more convenient to hook the stability chain to the unit when the stability bracket is attached to the upper set of holes in the back of the range see Fig 2 Make sure there are no structural supports for the countertop that will interfere with the stability bracket when located in the upper set of holes Determine where the gas plumbing is located behind the range so the chain and bracket will in no way damage the plumbing 28 SCREW IS SECURE IN THE WALL PLATE Long Screw A 2 Fasten one end of the stability chain to the floor or the wall with the long screw and washer supplied Make certain the screw is going into the wall plate at the base of the wall or one of the studs in the wall see Fig 1 Whether you attach the chain to the wall or floor be certain that the screw is in at least 3 4 thickness of wood other than baseboard and that there are no electrical wires or plumbing in the area that the screw could penetrate Attach the stability chain in a location that will allow it to be in line with the bracket side to side as much as possible when attached to the unit Test to see if the chain is securely fastened by tugging on it 3 Temporarily attach the loose end of the chain to the rear of the countertop with the tape from the packaging see Fig 1 Backguard Bracket optional ocation Bracket factory ocation
10. 170 1850 30 40 170 1800 3040 170 180 17 20 minutes per Ib any weight 115 125 Over 5 Ibs 30 35 185 190 185 1900 Over 15 Ibs In thigh 15 20 185 1900 Broiling Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the food Your range is designed for waist high 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 The oven door should be closed during broiling How to Broil 1 If meat has fat orgristlenear the edge cut vertical slashes through it about 2 inches apart but don t cut into meat We recommend that you trim fat to prevent excessive smoking leaving a layer about 1 8 inch thick 2 Arrange food onrackand position the broiler pan on the appropriate shelf in the oven Placing food closer to flame increases exterior browning of food but also increases spattering and the possibility of fats and meat juices igniting 3 Close theovendoor 4 Press the BROIL button and turn the SET knob until your choice of HI BROIL or LO BROIL is displayed Note Chicken and ham are broiled at LO BROIL in order to cook food through without over browning it 5 Turn most foods once during cooking the exception is thin fillets of fish oil one side place that side down onbroilerrackand cookwithout turning until done Time foods for about one half the total cooking time turn fo
11. Solutions PIES Burning around edges e Edges of crust too thin e Incorrect baking temperature Bottom crust soggy and unbaked e Allow crust and or filling to cool sufficiently before filling pie shell e Filling may be too thin or juicy e Filling allowed to stand in pie shell before baking Fill pie shells and bake immediately e Ingredients and proper measuring affect the quality of the crust Use a tested recipe and good technique Make sure there are no tiny holes or tears in a bottom crust Patching a pie crust could cause soaking Pie filling runs over e Top and bottom crust not well sealed together e Edges of pie crust not built up high enough e Too much filling eCheck size of pie plate Pastry is tough crust not flaky e Too much handling Fat too soft or cut in too fine Roll dough lightly and handle as little as possible CAKES Cake rises higher on one side e Batter spread unevenly in pan e Oven shelves not level e Using warped pans Cakes cracking on top e Oven temperature too high e Batter too thick follow recipe or exact package directions eCheck for proper shelf position eCheck pan size called for in recipe eImproper mixing of cake Cake falls eToo much shortening sugar or liquid e Check leavening agent baking powder or baking soda to assure freshness Make a habit to note expiration dates of packaged ingredients eCake baked at incorrect temperature or no
12. continued next page yoo soeRj ns oul F f lt 1 z 2 S 5 Using Your Oven continued Oven Vent Your oven is vented through ducts at the rear of the range see page 6 Do not block these ducts when cooking in the oven it is important that the flow of hot air from the oven and fresh air to the oven burner be uninterrupted Avoid touching the vent openings or nearby surfaces during oven or broiler operation they may become hot Vent openings and nearby surfaces may become hot Do not touch them e Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may become hot if left too close to the vent e Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent e Do not 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 e Metal items will become very hot if they are left on the cooktop and could cause burns Oven Moisture As your oven heats up the temperature change of the air in the oven may cause water droplets to form on the door glass These droplets are harmless and will evaporate as the oven continues to heat up 10 Electronic Controls at CELTIC GE a sor DILNI CANCEL STOP TIMER CLOCK TIME Oven On Indicator The word ON is displayed when BAKE or BROIL button is energized and goes out when the CANCEL butt
13. darnage the porcelain finish of the oven Important The oven door must be closed and all controls must be set correctly for the clean cycle to work properly To help you understand how the clean cycle works the stages of the cycle are noted below 1 You set the controls 2 The words CLEAN TIME are displayed Turn SET knob until 3 30 appears The oven begins to heat the door locks automatically and the word LOCK is displayed If the oven door is not closed the word DOOR is displayed and the oven beeps continuously Close the door touch CANCEL and begin again 3 When the 3 hour clean cycle is over the word CLEAN goes out and the oven begins to cool 4 When the oven temperature has fallen below the locking temperature about 20 30 minutes after the word CLEAN goes out at the end of the clean cycle the word LOCK goes out and the door can be opened ar ZI ILI CLEAN LOCK CANCEL STOP TIME Set the Oven for Cleaning The range must be completely cool in order to set the self clean cycle 1 Push the CLEAN button 2 Turn SET knob in the clockwise direction about 1 2 turn The display will show 3 30 The words CLEAN TIME will be displayed on the left Within 20 minutes the words CLEAN LOCK will be displayed on the right Note You can find out when the clean cycle will be finished by pushing the STOP TIME button The word DOOR
14. floor coverings will not eral that cannot wi Don t leave children alone or unattended where a range is hot or in operation They could be Seriously burned Don t allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the oven door storage drawer or range top They could damage the range and even tip it over Causing severe personal injury s CAUTION ITEMS OF INTEREST TO CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED IG THE RANGE TOREACH _ ITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED WARNIN Gai ranges the appliance Be careful when lid cookie sheet or flat tray lt multi purpose dry chemical jor continued next page ae 3 can tip an injury could result To prevent accidental betes vs the x installing the Anti Tip device supplied Make sure the chain fits securely into the slot in the bracket If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason make sure the device is properly engaged before you push the range back Please refer to the Anti Tip device information on page 28 Do not allow the chain or bracket to damage the gas plumbing in any way e Let burner grates and other surfaces cool before touching them or leaving them where children can reach them Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using reaching for items stored in cabinets over the cooktop Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with
15. lighted by electric ignition eliminating the need for standing pilot lights with constantly burning flames In case of a power failure you can light the surface burners on your range with a match Hold a lighted match to the burner then turn the knob to the LITE position Use extreme caution when lighting burners this way Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally Surface Burner Controls Knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are marked as to which burners they control The two knobs on the left control the left front and left rear burners The two knobs on the right nearest to the electronic panel control the right front and right rear burners Super Burner Some models have a cone shaped cooktop burner with a circular opening through the center of the burner The right front burner is the Super Burner This burner can provide 30 more power than the other three Use it for cooking large amounts of food in a big pan canning etc To Light a Surface Burner Push the control knob in and turn it counterclockwise to LITE You will hear a little clicking noise the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner After the burner ignites turn the knob to adjust the flame size After Lighting a Burner eCheck to be sure the burner you turned on is the one you want to use e Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time with
16. seconds Power Outage CAUTION DO NOT MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE ELECTRIC IGNITION OVEN DURING AN ELECTRICAL POWER OUTAGE Neither the oven nor the broiler can be lit during an electrical power outage Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot If the oven is in use when a power outage occurs the oven burner shuts off and cannot be re lit until power is restored Oven Shelves The shelves are designed with stop locks so when placed correctly on the shelf supports they will stop before coming completely out of the oven and will not tilt when you are removing food from them or placing food on them When placing cookware on a shelf pull the shelf out to the stop position Place the cookware on the shelf then slide the shelf back into the oven This will eliminate reaching into the hot oven To remove a shelf from the oven pull it toward you tilt front end upward and pull shelf out To replace place shelf on shelf support with stop locks curved extension of shelf facing up and toward rear of oven Tilt up front and push shelf toward back of oven until it goes past stop on oven wall Then lower front of shelf and push it all the way back Shelf Positions The oven has four shelf supports A bottom B C and D top Shelf positions for cooking are suggested on Baking and Roasting pages Oven Light Use the switch on the control panel to turn the light on and off
17. A matei togara g the bodyside to the floor This will vl 7 Gusset Corners be the required height of the toe WW AN oH i with Triangular space filler side pieces See Fig 1 lN abdi NL Be eer magu This height may vary from 24 to van il VED 3 Any height less than 24 may fap lt 3 4 not be visually objectionable and li i ui i Ventilation not need the filler Le f E Space Determine measurements for the filler front piece as shown in Fig 3 nace x me Side Pieces 5 16 Make sure to provide the 3 4 gap 21 1 4 a 3 Srii at the top and the 5 16 gap at the bottom These gaps will provide vi as required len Space the proper 1 minimum ventilation 3 Side Piece space as mentioned before or as required to recess behind toe area of adjacent cabinets S go g 2 O a Use screws or other removable fasteners if you wish to attach the filler to the floor or adjacent Toe Space Filler cabinets so the filler can readily be removed when it is necessary to move the range 27 Anti Tip Device Installation Instructions for Kit No 045 344119 WARNING eALL RANGES CAN TIP eINJURY COULD RESULT e INSTALL ANTI TIP DEVICE PACKED WITH RANGE eSEE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Before placing range in the counter notice the location of the stability bracket which is already attached to the back of the range This location should work for most installations However
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19. IONS Flooring Under the Range Your range like so many other household items is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting When moving the range on this type of flooring use care and it is recommended that these simple and inexpensive instructions be followed The range should be installed on a 1 4 inch thick sheet of plywood or similar material as follows When the floor covering ends at the front of the range the area that the range will rest on should be built up with plywood to the same level or higher than the floor covering This will allow the range to be moved for cleaning or servicing Leveling the Range Use a 1 open end or adjustable wrench to equally back out the four legs The flanges rims below the sides of the maintop must be raised above the top of the countertop Carefully slide the range into its installation space Observe that it is clearing the countertop Then place a spirit level or a glass measuring cup partially filled with water on one of the oven shelves to check for levelness If using a spirit level take two readings with the level placed diagonally first in one direction and then the other Adjust the four legs carefully Level the range front to back and side to side The range legs must rest on the floor The range must not hang from the countertop SuoyHon ysuy Ajyayes JULyIOdWIT TH SUIIOO ISULY IY SUIA Features
20. N Pull off knobs Wash gently but do not soak Dry and return controls to range Wipe with a damp cloth to remove soil Do not wipe when oven is in use DO NOT USE abrasives cleaning powders steel wool or plastic balls They will mar the surface Wash all glass with cloth dampened in soapy water Rinse and polish with a dry cloth If knobs are removed do not allow water to run down inside surface of glass while cleaning DO NOT USE steel wool abrasives ammonia acids or commercial oven cleaners Wash rinse and then polish with a dry cloth DO NOT USE oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives These might scratch the surface If acids should spill on the range while it is hot use a dry paper towel or cloth to wipe them up right away When the surface bas cooled wash and rinse For other spills such as fat smatterings etc wash with soap and water when they have cooled and tben rinse Polish with a dry cloth INSIDE OF DOOR Clean ONLY the door liner outside the gasket The door is automatically cleaned if the oven is in the self clean cycle DO NOT rub or damage the gasket Avoid getting soap and water on the gasket or in any openings on the door OUTSIDE OF DOOR Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door DO NOT USE oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives Soak with bydrogen peroxide Frequent soaking helps prevent soil build up Do not rub See
21. Push the BAKE button and turn the SET knob until desired temperature is displayed If preheating is desired do not put food in the oven until a one second beep sounds to tell you the oven is preheated 4 Open the door and place food in oven on center of shelf Allow at least 2 inches between the edge of the bakeware and oven wall or adjacent cookware 5 Close oven door 6 Check food for doneness at minimum time shown on recipe Cook longer if necessary Push CANCEL button and remove food Shelf Positions Most baking is done on the second shelf position B from the bottom When baking three or four items use two shelves positioned on the second and fourth sets of supports B amp D from bottom of oven Bake angel food cakes on first shelf position A from bottom of oven Baking Tips e Follow a tested recipe and measure the ingredients carefully If you are using a package mix follow label directions e As your ovenheats up the temperature change of the air in the oven may cause water droplets to form on the door glass These droplets are harmless and will evaporate as the oven continues to heat up 12 e Do not open the oven door during a baking operation heat will be lost and the baking time might need to be extended This could cause poor baking results If you must open the door open it partially only 3 or 4 inches and close it as quickly as possible Common Baking Problems and Possible
22. Use and Care Guide Gas Slide in Range Contents Aluminum Foil 12 Roasting Roasting Guide 14 Anti Tip Device 3 6 28 Self Cleaning Instructions 20 22 Appliance Registration 2 Shelves 9 19 Care and Cleaning 16 23 Thermostat Adjustment 25 Clock 10 Vent Duct 10 Consumer Services 31 Problem Solver 26 Electronic Controls 10 Safety Instructions 2 5 Features 6 7 Surface Cooking 8 9 Flooring Under the Range 5 Burner Grates 18 Leveling 5 Burners 17 Lift Up Cooktop 16 Control Settings 8 Minute Second Timer 10 Cookware Tips 9 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Drip Pans 18 Oven 9 Flame Size 8 Air Adjustment 24 Lighting Instructions 8 Baking Baking Guide 12 13 Toe Space Filler 27 Broiler Pan and Rack 15 19 23 Warranty Back Cover Broiling Broiling Guide 15 Control Settings 10 11 Door Removal 18 Light Bulb Replacement 9 19 Oven Bottom Removal 24 Oven Timer 10 11 GE Answer Center Preheating 13 800 626 2000 Models JGSP20GEP JGSP21GEP GE Appliances Help us help you Read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new oven 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 GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find them on a label located on the front frame behind the storage drawer front See pages 6 and 7
23. aluminum skillet Minerals in food and water will stain but will not harm aluminum A quick scour with a soap filled steel wool pad after each use keeps aluminum cookware looking shiny and new Use saucepans with tight fitting lids for cooking with minimum amounts of water Cast Iron If heated slowly most skillets will give satisfactory results 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 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 Using Your Oven Electric Ignition The oven burner and broil burner on your range are lighted by electric ignition To light either burner push the button for the desired function and turn the SET knob until the desired temperature is displayed The burner should ignite within 60
24. ated near a window do not use long curtains that could blow over the top burners and create a fire hazard _ elf you smell gas turn off the gas to the range and call a qualified service technician Never use an open flame to locate a leak Baking Broiling and Roasting Do not use oven for a storage area Items stored in the oven can ignite Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven The hot air or steam that escapes can cause burns to hands face and eyes Place oven shelves in desired position while oven is cool Pulling out the shelf to the shelf stop is a convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls Don t heat unopened food containers in the oven Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Don use aluminum foil anywhere in the oven except as described in this book Misuse could result in afire hazard or darnage to the range When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturer s directions Use only glass cookware that is recommended for use in gas ovens Keep the oven free from grease buildup Always remove the broiler pan from the oven as soon as you finish broiling Grease left in the pan cart catch fire if Oven is used without removing the grease from the broiler pan Make sure the broiler pan and rack are in
25. ce the flames will resettle Visually check the color of the flames every six months If they look like illustration A on page 26 call for service Removable Oven Bottom The oven bottom can be removed to clean large spills but oven bottom must be replaced before using self cleaning cycle Unlock paiba Loc To remove 1 Slide the tab at the center front of the oven bottom to the left 2 Lift the oven bottom up and out To replace 1 Slip the oven bottom into the oven so the tabs in the rear of the oven bottom fit into the slots in the oven back 2 Lower the front of the oven bottom into place and slide the front tab to the right to lock the oven bottom into place The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish To make cleaning easier protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers This is particularly important when baking a fruit pie or other foods with high acid content Hot fruit fillings or foods that are acidic such as milk tomatoes or sauerkraut and sauces with vinegar or lemon juice may cause pitting and damage to the porcelain enamel surface If a spillover does occur on the oven bottom allow the oven to cool first You can then clean the oven bottom with soap and water a mild abrasive cleanser or soap filled abrasive pads Rinse well to remove any soap before self cleaning Surface Burner Air Adjustment Shutters An air adjustment shutte
26. d Cookware 3 Dark or non shiny finishes and glass cookware generally absorb heat which may result in dry crisp crusts Reduce oven heat 25 F if lighter crusts are desired Rapid browning of some foods can be achieved by preheating cast iron cookware Shelf Oven Time Positions Temperatures Minutes Comments Bread Biscuits in thick Coffee cake Corn bread or muffins Gingerbread Muffins Popovers Quick loaf bread Yeast bread 2 loaves Plain rolls Sweet rolls Cakes without shortening Angel food Jelly roll Sponge Cakes Bundt cakes Cupcakes Fruitcakes Layer Layer chocolate Loaf Cookies Brownies Drop Refrigerator Rolled or sliced Fruits Other Desserts Baked apples Custard Puddings rice and custard Pies Frozen Meringue One crust Two crust Pastry shell Miscellaneous Baked potatoes Scalloped dishes Souffles Shiny Cookie Sheet Shiny Metal Pan with satin finish bottom Cast Iron or Glass Pan Shiny Metal Pan with satin finish bottom Shiny Metal Muffin Pans Deep Glass or Cast Iron Cups Metal or Glass Loaf Pans Metal or Glass Loaf Pans Shiny Oblong or Muffin Pans Shiny Oblong or Muffin Pans Aluminum Tube Pan Metal Jelly Roll Pan Metal or Ceramic Pan Metal or Ceramic Pan Shiny Metal Muffin Pans Metal or Glass Loaf or Tube Pan Shiny Metal Pan with satin finish bottom Shiny Metal Pan with satin finish bottom Metal or Glass Loaf Pans Metal or Gla
27. d remove bulb To replace ePut in a new 40 watt appliance bulb Note A 40 watt appliance bulb is smaller than a standard 40 watt household bulb e Install lamp cover Replace 3 screws and tighten making sure cover fits flush with oven wall e Reconnect electrical power to the range ID pue 3169 suluvs 19 Care and Cleaning continued Operating the Self Cleaning Oven Programmed Cleaning Time 3 hours Prepare the Oven Before Setting the Controls The range must be completely cool in order to set the self clean cycle Step 1 Remove the broiler pan broiler rack all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven Oven shelves may be left in oven Note Shelves will discolor during the self clean cycle Step 2 eClean spatters or soil on the oven front frame A under the front edge of the cooktop the door liner outside the door gasket and the front edge of the oven cavity about 1 into the oven No matter how stubborn the food stain never use harsh abrasive cleaners They could permanently damage the enamel surface We recommend a cleanser such as Soft Scrub brand or a similar cleaning product to keep white surfaces looking clean and new After cleaning rinse well with a vinegar and water mixture This will help prevent a brown residue from forming when the oven is heated Buff these areas with a dry cloth eDo not let water run down through openings in the top of
28. e temperature to 300 F for large custard Cook bread or rice pudding with custard base 80 to 90 minutes Large pies use 400 F and increased time To quickly brown meringue use 400 F for 9 to 11 minutes Custard fillings require lower temperature longer time Increase time for large amount or size 13 Roasting Roasting is cooking by dry heat Tender meat or poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven Roasting temperatures which should below and steady keep spattering to a minimum When roasting it is not necessary to sear baste cover or add water to your meat Roasting is easy just follow these steps Step 1 Position oven shelf at second from bottom position B for small size roast 3 to 5 Ibs and at bottom position A for larger roasts Roasting Guide Step 2 Check weight of roast Place meat fat side up or poultry breast side up on roasting rack in a shallow pan The melting fat will baste the meat Select a pan as close to the size of the meat as possible Broiler pan with rack is a good pan for this Step 3 Push BAKE button and turn SET knob until desired temperature is displayed Check the Roasting Guide for temperatures and approximate cooking times Step 4 Most meats continue to cook slightly while standing after being removed from the oven Standing time recommended for roasts is 10 to 20 minutes This allows roasts to firm up and makes them easier to carve
29. erature 1 Push the BAKE button 2 Select a temperature between 500 F and 550 F with the SET knob 3 Quickly within two seconds before the BAKE function energizes push and hold the BAKE button for about 5 seconds The display will show a plus number a minus number or 00 4 Turnthe SETknobtoadjustthe temperature in 5 F steps You can raise it until 35 F shows on display or lower it until 35 F shows on display If the control beeps and flashes push the CANCEL button and start over 5 When you have made the desired adjustment push the CLOCK button to go back to the time of day display or to use your oven as you would normally Note The adjustment described above will not change the self clean temperature DAV UL HOA SjuSUNSNipy 10W01 g Questions Z Use This Problem Solver a pomere PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND OR WHAT TO DO TOP BURNERS Make sure the electrical plug is plugged into a he properly grounded power outlet DONOT LIGHT Gas supply notconnected or not turned on e Check for power outage Pan sitting on burner grate may be partially blocking the free air flow needed for combustion Remove pan and try again e Burner holes on side of burner may be clogged Remove and clean them BURNERS HAVE YELLOW OR YELLOW TIPPED FLAMES A Yellow flam s B Vellowtipsoninner C Soft blue flames Call for service cones
30. flame or hot oven surfaces and may cause severe burns For your safety never your appliance for warming or heating the room Do not use water on grease fires Never pick upa flaming pan Turn off burner then smother flaming pan by covering pan completely with well fitting suorjon Iysuy Ajajes juey1oduly Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering with baking soda or if available a IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6ontinues Read all instructions before using this appliance Do not Store flammable materials in the oven or the storage drawer or near the cooktop Do not store or yse combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range e When cooking pork follow the directions exactly and always cook the meat to an interred temperature of at least 170 F This assures that in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat it will be killed and meat wiil be safe to eat Surface Cocking e Always use the LITE position when igniting top burners and make sure the burners have ignited e Never leave surface burners unattended at high flame settings Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire e Adjust top burner flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware Excessive flame is
31. g Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added olf a combination of gils or fats wiil be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly e Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Use deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point e Use proper pan size Avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to properly contain food avoiding boilovers and spillovers and large enough to cover burner grate This will both save cleaning 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 e When using glass cookware make sure it is designed for top of range cooking Keep all plastics away frem top burners Do nut leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent Do not 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 To avoid the possibility of a burn always be certain that the controls for all burners are at OFF position and all grates are cool before attempting to remove them e When flaming foods are under the hood turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flames If range is loc
32. g Your Range the location of the range gas cut off valve and how to shut it off if necessary Have your range installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the Installation Instructions Any adjustment and service should be performed only by qualified gas range installers or service technicians 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 personal responsibility and obligation to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly grounded three prong outlet in accordance with the National range over vin use Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting Electrical Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance Be sure all packing materials are removed from the range before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packing material ignite Locate range out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent poor air circulation Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a qualified service technician or installer for the type of gas natural or LP that is to be used Your range can be converted for use with either type of gas See the lnstallation Instructions After prolonged use of a range high floor temp may result and many
33. hazardous Use w dry pot holders moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders come near open flames when liftin cookware Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a pot holder e To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage turn the cookware handles toward the side or back of the range without extending over adjacent burners 4 Always turn surface burner to OFF before removing cookware Carefully watch foods being fried at a high flame setting Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlet and outlet 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 of the oven door and under the storage drawer Do not use a Wok on the cooking surface if the wok has a round metal ring which is placed over the burner grate to support the wok This ring acts as a heat trap which may damage the burner grate and burner head Also it may cause the burner to work improperly This may cause a carbon monoxide level above that allowed by current standards resulting in a health hazard e p far frying should be as dry as possible Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over sides of pan Use least possible amount of fat for effective shallow or deep fat fryin
34. he CANCEL button Open windows to rid room of smoke Wait until the oven has cooled about 20 30 minutes and the word LOCK is off in the display Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle Q Is the crackling sound I hear during cleaning normal A Yes This is the sound of the metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions 22 Q Should there be any odor during the cleaning A Yes there maybe a slight odor during the first few cleanings Failure to wipeout excessive soil might also cause a strong odor when cleaning Q What causes the hair like lines on the enameled surface of my oven A This is a normal condition resulting from heating and cooling during cleaning These lines do not affect how your oven performs Q Why do I have ash left in my oven after cleaning A Some types of soil will leave a deposit which is ash It can be removed with a damp sponge or cloth Q My oven shelves do not slide easily What is the matter A After many cleanings oven shelves may become so clean they do not slide easily To make shelves slide more easily after each self cleaning cycle dampen fingers with a small amount of cooking oil and rub lightly over sides of shelf where they contact shelf supports Q My oven shelves have become gray after the self clean cycle Is this normal A Yes After the self clean cycle the shelves may lose some luster and discolo
35. he cook time plus the current time of day 5 Push BAKE button 6 Turn SET knob to desired temperature When stop time is reached the End of Cycle Tone will sound and the oven will turn off Caution Never let food sit in the oven for more than 4 hours before cooking starts Room temperature is ideal for the growth of harmful bacteria Be sure oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed bacteria growth Note You can push the STOP TIME button to find out when the oven will turn off Push and hold the COOK TIME button to find out when the oven will turn on If a delayed self cleaning oven operation is desired see page 21 How to Change a Program When a function has been entered you can recall what has been programmed by pushing the corresponding function button The messages in the display show you which fimction is currently being displayed While the function is displayed you can change it with the SET knob You can change any programmed function at anytime Tones End of Cycle Tone 3 long beeps one second on one second off shows that a timed oven operation has reached STOP TIME or that the Minute Second Timer has counted down Attention Tone series of short beeps 1 4 second on 1 4 second off until proper response is given will sound if oven has only been partially programmed For example if you have selected a cook time but no temperature you will hear the Attention Tone u
36. le cleaning Clean with mild soap and water rinse with clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleaners or oven cleaners on the control panel they will damage the finish 16 Brushed Chrome Cooktop on model so equipped Clean the brushed chrome top with warm soapy water or an all purpose household cleaner and immediately dry it with a clean soft cloth Take care to dry the surface following the grain To help prevent finger marks after cleaning spread a thin film of baby oil on the surface Wipe away excess oil with a clean soft cloth A good appliance wax will help protect this finish Porcelain Cooktop on model so equipped There are a number of precautions you can take to avoid marring the porcelain enamel surface of the cooktop and prevent it from becoming dull Don t slide heavy pans across it If you spill foods with a lot of acid tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices etc or foods with high sugar content clean them up as soon as possible If allowed to set these foods could cause a dull spot Also no matter how stubborn the food stain never use harsh abrasive cleansers They could permanently damage the enamel surface We recommend a cleanser such as Soft Scrub brand cleanser or a similar cleaning product Soft Scrub is a registered trademark of the Clorox Company Lift Up Cooktop Clean the area under the cooktop often
37. liner is normal for the first few times oven is used This is temporary STRONG ODOR If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service 26 Range Toe Space Filler Instructions for Countertop Heights up to 38 The range height must be adjusted to the countertop height For countertop heights greater than 37 additional steps may need to be taken as detailed below When the range is elevated to its maximum height there is a large space between the bottom of the range and the floor referred to as the toe space This may be visually objectionable The legs should not be extended any farther than to provide a maximum of 3 toe space See Fig 1 The range is designed to provide a minimum of 1 air gap at the bottom of the range Example When legs are screwed all the way into the base rail See Fig 2 Wiii i i J Minimum Height This gap is very important to the ror Ai Air Gap proper ventilation of the range and 4 must be maintained when treating the appearance of the toe space JdAJOS Wa qo1g The following information is given to make a filler for the toe space when the legs are extended to Air Gap provide a toe space of 24 to 3 After the range is installed with the use 1 4 v 1 2 longer legs and is in position and i material finished to level measure from the bottom of DAL
38. ls for a variety of GE appliance and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 8334522 to request information or service YOUR GE GAS RANGE WARRANTY Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period WHAT IS COVERED WHAT IS NOT COVERED 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 replace any part of the range that fails because of a manufacturing defect e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service e Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same e
39. n give them This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorbe the heat 18 Drip Pans Remove the grates Then lift out the chrome drip pans Wash them in hot soapy water Rinse them with clean hot water and polish them dry with a cloth Never use abrasive cleansers or steel wool they ll scratch the surface Instead soak the drip pans for about 20 minutes in slightly diluted liquid cleanser or mild solution of ammonia and water 1 2 cup of ammonia to one gallon of water After soaking wash them in hot soapy water Rinse with clean water and polish with a clean soft cloth Do not attempt to clean the drip pans in the self cleaning oven When replacing drip pans the notch on the rear pan and the notch on the front pan should meet in the middle Lift Off Oven Door The oven door is removable to make the interior more accessible To remove the door open it a few inches to the special stop position that will hold the door open Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up and off the hinges Note Be careful not to place hands between the spring hinge and the oven frame as the spring hinge could snap back and pinch your fingers To replace the door make sure the hinges are in the out position Position the slots in the bott
40. ntil you select a temperature or push CANCEL Notification Tone single one second beep indicates oven has stabilized at selected temperature Key Tone single 1 10 second beep sounds when any button is pushed Function Error Tone series of very rapid beeps 1 8 second on 1 4 second off display will show a failure code Cancel Function Error Tone by pushing the CANCEL button If the Function Error Tone starts again after about 15 seconds call for service Disconnect the range electrical supply to stop the tone If the function error occurred while you were programming the Electronic Control push the CANCEL button and try again To Cancel the Tone If you don t want an audible tone when you push a button you can eliminate the Key Tone by pushing and holding the CANCEL button until you hear a short beep in approximately two seconds To activate the tone again push and hold the CANCEL button once more until you hear a short beep Canceling or activating the tone should only be done when there is no oven operation programmed Pushing the CANCEL button will clear all functions except the Clock and Minute Second Timer 3 5 Lar g se Z g s 3 z lI Baking How to Set Your Range for Baking 1 Position the shelf or shelves in the oven If cooking on two shelves at the same time place shelves on alternate shelf supports and stagger food on them 2 Close oven door 3
41. od then continue to cook to preferred doneness 6 Push CANCEL button Remove broiler pan from oven and serve food immediately Leave pan outside the oven to cool Broiling Tips e Use tongs to turn meat over pierced meat loses juices e Steaks and chops should be at least 1 inch thick for best broiling results Pan broil thinner ones Broiling Guide Ist Side 2ndSide Time Time Quantity and or Thickness lb about 8 thin slices 11b 4 patties Food Bacon T l l l A res DA mM amp w gt Ground Beef Well Done Yto in thick Beef Steaks H Rare l in thick Medium 1 to 112lbs Well Done Rare 1 in thick Medium 2 to2 lbs Well Done Chicken 450 1 whole LO 2to2 lbs split lengthwise Bakery Products Bread Toast or 2 4slices 1 Toaster Pastries 1 pkg 2 English Muffins 2 split Lobster Tails HI c 13 16 Do not 6to 8 oz each tom over Fish 1 lb fillets 14 to HI 5 5 Yin thick Ham Slices 450 1 in thick LO c Precooked Pork Chops 2 in thick H B 8 10 4 5 Well Done 2 1 in thick B 10 12 8 9 about 1 Ib Lamb Chops H Medium 2 1 in thick B 8 4 7 Well Done about 10to 12 oz B 10 10 Medium 2 1 in thick B 10 4 6 Well Done about 1 Ib B 17 12 14 Wieners 1 Ib pkg 10 HI c 6 1 2 Similar precooked sausages bratwurst Comments Arrange in single layer Space evenl
42. of Yo Range Model JGSP20GEp With Brushed Chrome Cooktop show Feature Index 1 Model and Serial Numbers in burner box under cooktop 2 Anti Tip Device see Installation Instructions 3 Oven Door Gasket 4 Removable Oven Bottom 5 Oven Shelves easily removed orrepositionedon shelf supports 6 Surface Burner Controls 7 Lift Up CooMop JGSP20GEP Brushed Chrome JGSP21GEP White Porcelain Enamel support rods hold it up to simplify cleaning underneath 8 Oven Vent 9 Surface Burners Grates and Chrome Drip Pans 10 OVEN CANCEL button push it to cancel any oven operation 11 Electronic Display Panel 12 Oven On Indicator 13 Set Knob lets you set oven temperature clock timer and HI or LO broil 14 Oven Light Switch lets you turn interior oven light on and off 15 Electronic Controls Automatic Oven Timer turns your oven on and off for you automatically Oven Control and Thermostat Clock Minute Second Timer lets you time any kitchen function even when the oven is in use 16 Oven Interior Light 17 Oven Shelf Supports 18 Removable Oven Door easily removed for oven cleaning 19 Storage Drawer 20 Broiler Panand Rack Explained on page 2 3 5 28 20 24 9 19 10 8 17 18 10 9 10 10 11 10 10 11 10 11 10 10 10 19 23 15 19 he N La z 5 Surface Cooking Electric Ignition Your surface burners are
43. om of the door squarely over the hinges Then lower the door slowly and evenly over both hinges at the same time If hinges snap back against the oven frame pull them back out Oven Shelves You may clean the shelves with a mild abrasive cleanser following manufacturer s directions After cleaning rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a dry cloth To remove heavy burned on soil you may use soapy metal pads following manufacturer s directions After scrubbing wash with soapy water rinse and dry Broiler Pan amp Rack After broiling remove the broiler pan and rack and carefully pour off the grease Wash and rinse the broiler pan and rack in hot soapy water If food has burned on sprinkle the rack with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth That way burned on foods will soak loose while the meal is being served Do not store a soiled broiler pan and rack in the oven Do not clean in self cleaning oven Oven Light Bulb The light bulb is located in the upper right corner of the oven Before replacing the bulb disconnect electric power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or unplug the range from the electric outlet Let the bulb cool completely before removing it Do not touch a hot bulb with a damp cloth If you do the bulb will break D Gake o Ob To remove e Remove the 3 screws in the lamp cover e Detach lamp cover an
44. on is pushed or when oven burner shuts off automatically The oven operation is controlled electronically The following instructions tell you how to operate the electronic controls To Set the Clock 1 Push CLOCK button 2 Turn SET knob to correct time of day Clock is now set The clock must be set to the correct time of day for accurate automatic oven timing operations To Set the Minute Second Timer 1 Push TIMER button 2 Turn SET knob to desired amount of time up to 9 hours and 59 minutes The Minute Second Timer will immediately begin to count down 3 When time isup the End of Cycle Tone 3 long beeps will sound and the display will again show the time of day Note The Minute Second Timer is a reminder only and will not operate the oven You can use the Minute Second Timer whether or not the oven is being used The Minute Second Timer does not interfere with oven operations Efe COOK CLEAN TIME To Cancel the Timer Push and hold TIMER button for three seconds This will clear the Minute Second Timer function To Bake 1 Push BAKE button 2 Turn SET knob until desired temperature is displayed A one second beep will sound when the oven has preheated to and stabilized at selected temperature 3 When finished baking push CANCEL button Note To recall what temperature you have selected while the rising temperature is being shown push and hold the BAKE button The selec
45. out cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat e Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you place your hand a potholder cleaning cloths or other materials on them How to Select Flame Size Watch the flame not the knob as you reduce heat The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using FOR SAFE HANDLING OF COOKWARE NEVER LET THE FLAME EXTEND UP THE SIDES OF THE COOKWARE Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware is wasted and only serves to heat the handle When using aluminum or aluminum clad stainless steel pots and pans adjust the flame so the circle it makes is about 1 2 inch smaller than the bottom of the cookware When boiling use this same flame size 1 2 inch smaller than the bottom of the cookware no matter what the cookware is made of Foods cook just as quickly at a gentle boil as they do at a furious rolling boil A high boil cooks away moisture flavor and nutrition Avoid it except for the few cooking processes which need a vigorous boil When frying or warming foods in stainless steel cast iron or enamelware keep the flame down lower to about 1 2 the diameter of the cookware When frying in glass or ceramic cookware lower the flame even more Top of Range Cookware Aluminum Medium weight cookware is recommended because it heats quickly and evenly Most foods brown evenly in an
46. pen the oven door immediately after the word LOCK goes off wait about one minute and try again You may notice some white ash in the oven Just wipe it up with a damp cloth If white spots remain remove them with a soap filled steel wool pad Be sure to rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture These deposits are usually a salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle UIQ SUIUBII JJPS 94 SuUNedo If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle repeat the cycle continued next page 21 Care and Cleaning Operating the Self Cleaning oven continued Questions and Answers Q If my oven clock is not working can I still self clean my oven A No Your Electronic Controls use the range clock to help start and stop your self cleaning cycle Q Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part of my self cleaning oven A No cleaners or coatings should be used around any part of this oven If you do use them and do not thoroughly rinse the oven with water wiping it absolutely clean afterward the residue can scar the oven surface and damage metal parts the next time the oven is automatically cleaned Q Can I clean the Woven Gasket around the oven door A Yes but carefully and only with a clean sponge to soak the soiled area with hydrogen peroxide See page 20 Q What should I do if excessive smoking occurs during cleaning A This is caused by excessive soil Press t
47. place correctly to reduce the possibility of a grease fire When broiling if meat is too close to the flames the fat may ignite Trim excess fat to prevent excessive flare ups If you should have a grease fire in the broiler pan turn off oven and keep oven door closed to contain fire until it burns out Cleaning Your Range Clean only parts listed in this Use and Care Book Keep range clean and free of accumulations of grease or spillovers which may ignite Self Cleaning Oven Do not clean the door gasket before reading special cleaning instructions on page 20 The door gasket is essential for a good seal Be careful not to rub damage or move it 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 Before self cleaning the oven remove broiler pan and other cookware Don t attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this book All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before starting the self cleaning operation Listen for fan a fan noise should be heard sometime during the cleaning cycle If not call for service before self cleaning again If the self cleaning mode malfunctions turn off and disconnect power supply Have serviced by a qualified technician SAVE THESE INSTRUCT
48. r for each surface burner regulates the flow of air to the flame When the right amount of air flows into the burner the flame will be steady relatively quiet and will have approximately 3 4 sharp blue cones This is usually the case with factory preset shutter settings With too much air the flame will be unsteady possibly won t burn all the way around and will be noisy sounding like a blowtorch With not enough air you won t see any sharp blue cones in the flame you may see yellow tips and soot may accumulate on pots and pans Air adjustment shutter The air adjustment shutters sit on the hood of the valves and are positioned on the burner tubes by friction fit To adjust the flow of air to the burners apply a blade type screwdriver against the friction fit shutters and push to rotate the shutters allowing more or less air into the burner tubes as needed Oven Thermostat Adjustment The temperature in your new range has been set correctly at the factory so be sure to follow the recipe temperatures and times the first few times you bake in your new oven If you think the oven should be hotter or cooler you can adjust it yourself To decide how much to change the temperature set the oven temperature 25 F higher or lower than the temperature in your recipe then bake The results of this test should give you an idea of how much the temperature should be changed To adjust temp
49. r to a deep gray color Cleaning Guide NOTE Let range oven parts cool before touching or handling PART Broiler Pan and Rack Control Knobs Control Panel Outside Glass Finish Metal including Side Trims Trim Strips and Brushed Chrome Cooktop Porcelain Enamel and Painted Surfaces Oven Door Oven Gasket Oven Liner Shelves See Self Cleaning Oven Directions Chrome Plated Drip Pans Surface Burner Grates Surface Burners MATERIALS TO USE e Soap and Water e Soap Filled Scouring Pad e Plastic Scouring Pad e Dishwasher Safe e Mild Soap and Water e Damp Cloth e Paper Towel Soap and Water e Soap and Water e Soap and Water e Paper Towel e Dry Cloth eSoap and Water eSoap and Water e Hydrogen Peroxide eSoap and Water eSoap and Water e Dishwasher Safe eSoap and Water e Stiff Bristled Brush eSoap Filled Scouring Pad Non metallic eSoap and Water e Plastic Scouring Pad e Solution for Cleaning Inside of Coffee Makers e Soap and Water e Mild Abrasive Cleanser e Damp Cloth GENERAL DIRECTIONS Drain fat and cool pan and rack slightly Do not let soiled pan and rack stand in oven to cool Sprinkle on detergent Fill pan with warm water and spread a damp cloth or paper towel over the rack Let pan and rack stand for a few minutes Wash scour if necessary Rinse and dry OPTION Clean pan and rack in dishwasher DO NOT CLEAN IN SELF CLEANING OVE
50. self clean section for more information Allow to cool before cleaning Frequent wiping with mild soap and water will prolong the time between major cleanings Be sure to rinse thoroughly to avoid additional stains Shelves can be cleaned in a dishwasher or by hand using soap and water Rinse thoroughly to remove any soap after cleaning Shelves may also be cleaned in self cleaning oven but will discolor and lose some luster Clean as described below or in dishwasher DO NOT CLEAN IN SELF CLEANING OVEN as tbey will discolor Wipe all chrome drip pans after each cooking so unnoticed spatter will not bum on the next time you cook To remove burned on spatters use any or all cleaning materials mentioned Rub lightly with scouring pad to prevent scratching of the surface Lift out when cool Soak 5 10 minutes if desired in warm solution of dishwasher detergent Scour with materials mentioned here to remove burned on food particles DO NOT CLEAN IN SELF CLEANING OVEN DO NOT clean in self cleaning oven DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive cleaners because they will clog the burner openings and scratch the burners Wipe off burner heads If heavy spillover occurs remove burners from range see page 17 and soak them for 20 to 30 minutes in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water If soil does not rinse off completely scrub burners with soap and water and a brush or plastic pad If the holes become clogged clean them with a toothpick
51. ss Pans Cookie Sheet Cookie Sheet Cookie Sheet Glass or Metal Pans Glass Custard Cups or Casserole set in pan of hot water Glass Custard Cups or Casserole Foil Pan on Cookie Sheet Spread to crust edges Glass or Satin finish Metal Pan Glass or Satin finish Metal Pan Glass or Satin finish Metal Pan Set on Oven Shelf Glass or Metal Pan Glass Pan 400 4750 350 4000 400 450 350 400 425 31D 350 3750 375 425 375 425 350 3750 325 3750 375 4000 325 3500 325 3500 350 375 275 3000 350 3750 350 375 350 325 3500 350 4000 400 4250 375 4000 350 4000 300 350 325 400 425 325 3500 400 4250 400 4250 450 325 4000 325 3750 300 3500 Canned refrigerated biscuits take 2 to 4 minutes less time Preheat cast iron pan for crisp crust Decrease about 5 minutes for muffin mix or bake at 450 F for 25 minutes then at 350 F for 10 to 15 minutes Dark metal and glass cookware give deepest browning For thin rolls Shelf B maybe used For thin rolls Shelf B may be used Two piece pan is convenient Line pan with wax paper sured Paper liners produce moister crusts Use 300 F and Shelf B for small or individual cakes If baking four layers use Shelves B and D Bar cookies from mix use same time Use Shelf C and increase temperature 25 to 50 F for more browning Reduc
52. t baked long enough elf adding oil to a cake mix make certain the oil is the type and amount specified Crust is hard eCheck temperature eCheck shelf position Cake has soggy layer or streaks at bottom eUndermining ingredients e Shortening too soft for proper creaming e Too much liquid COOKIES amp BISCUITS Doughy center heavy crust on surface eCheck temperature eCheck shelf position e Follow baking instructions carefully as given in reliable recipe or on convenience food package e Flat cookie sheets will give more even baking results Don t overcrowd foods on a baking sheet eConvenience foods used beyond their expiration date Browning more noticeable on one side e Oven door not closed properly check gasket seal eCheck shelf position Baking Guide 1 Preheating is very important when using temperatures below 225 F and when baking foods such as biscuits cookies cakes and other pastries After pushing the BAKE button and turning the SET knob to the desired temperature be sure to wait for the one second beep before putting food into the oven Preheating is not necessary when roasting or for long time cooking of whole meals 2 Aluminum pans conduct heat quickly For most conventional baking light shiny finishes give best results because they help prevent overbrowning For best browning results we recommend dull bottom surfaces for cake pans and pie plates Foo
53. ted temperature will be shown while you hold the BAKE button The actual oven temperature will be shown after a few seconds You can push the CLOCK button to display time of day without canceling the oven operation You can change the selected temperature at any time by pushing the BAKE button and turning the SET knob To Broil 1 Push BROIL button 2 Turn SET knob until your choice of HI BROIL or LO BROIL is visible in the display When finished broiling push the CANCEL button Automatic Oven Timer The oven timer will automatically start and stop your oven cooking or self cleaning operation for you For automatic oven cooking 1 Push COOK TIME button 2 Turn SET knob to set length of baking time 3 Push BAKE button 4 Turn SET knob to set desired temperature When cook time is reached the End of Cycle Tone will sound and the oven will turn off During automatic cooking e You can push the STOP TIME button to find out when the End of Cycle Tone will sound and the oven will turn off You can push the CLOCK button to display time of day without canceling the oven operation To Delay Starting an Automatic Oven Operation If a delayed cooking operation is desired 1 Push COOK TIME button 2 Set length of baking time with SET knob 3 Push STOP TIME button 4 Turn SET knob to time of day when baking should be completed Stop time must be equal to or greater than t
54. th soap and water and a brush or plastic pad Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleaners because they will clog the burner openings and scratch the burners If the holes become clogged clean them with a toothpick Do not attempt to clean burners in an automatic dishwasher Loosened food soil can clog burner holes and the caustic action of the dishwasher detergent can damage the burner heads Before putting the burners back shake out excess water and dry them thoroughly by setting them in a warm oven for 30 minutes Air Shutter To replace burners 1 Slip the air shutter over the gas valve orifice 2 Lower the burner assembly and hook the tabs in the slots in the burner support 3 Be sure both tabs are in their slots that the burner sits level and straight and that the flash tube forms a straight line from the igniter to the burner 17 A 3 3 Q sulues Care and Cleaning continued Burner Grates Porcelain enamel burner grates should be washed regularly and of course after spillovers Wash them in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water Dry the grates with a cloth don t put them back on the range wet When replacing the grates be sure they re positioned securely over the burners To get rid of burned on food soak the grates in a slightly diluted liquid detergent Although they re durable the grates will gradually lose their shine regardless of the best care you ca
55. the door B eClean the door gasket C using a clean sponge to soak the soiled area with hydrogen peroxide Repeated soaking may be needed depending on the amount of soil Frequent cleaning will prevent excessive soil buildup Do not rub the door gasket the fiberglass material of the gasket has an extremely low resistance to abrasion An intact and well fitting oven door gasket is essential for energy efficient oven operation and good baking results Replace the gasket if you notice it becoming worn frayed displaced or damaged in any way e Clean top sides and outside front of oven door with soap and water Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners Make sure the oven light bulb cover D is in place A Oven Front Frame B Openings in Door C Oven Door Gasket D Oven Light Bulb Cover Step 3 Close the oven door and make sure the oven light is off Chrome drip pans from the top of your range should never be cleaned in the self cleaning oven Oven shelves may be cleaned in the self cleaning oven However they will darken lose their luster and become hard to slide Wipe the shelf supports with cooking oil after self cleaning to make shelves slide more easily Soft Scrub is a registered trademark of tbe Clorox Company 20 Do not use commercial oven cleaners or oven protectors in or near the self cleaning oven A combination of any of these products plus the high clean cycle temperature may
56. ts 800 626 2224 You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Pur chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE parts system pro vides access to over 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet cover proce dures intended to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified ser vice personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Ten A al Tito GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Whatever your question about any G major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week OQ 5 DM e ro Telecommunication Device for the Deaf SIMA II For Customers With Special Needs 800 626 2000 Upon request GE will provide Braille contro
57. xcept that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CAR E SERVICE adequate electrical gas exhausting and other connecting facilities as described in the Installation Instructions provided with the product e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially e Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOTRESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you 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 in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager
58. y Upto 9 patties take about same time SUTJSBOYY Steaks less than 1 inch thick cook through before browning Pan frying is recommended Slash fat Reduce times about 5 to 10 minutes per side for cut up chicken Brush each side with melted butter Broil skin side down firstand broil with door closed Space evenly Place English muffins cut side up and brush with butter if desired Cut through back of shell spread open Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time Handle andtomvery carefully Brush with lemon butter before and during cooking if desired Preheat broiler to increase browning Increase times 5 10 minutes per side for 1 inch tbickor home cured sulploig Slash fat Slash fat If desired split sausages in half lengthwise cut into 5 to 6 inch pieces 15 Care and Cleaning See Cleaning Guide on page 23 Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient and satisfactory service Follow these directions carefully in caring for it to help assure safe and proper maintenance BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THE RANGE Control Panel It s a good idea to wipe the control panel clean after each use of the oven For a more thorough cleaning the knobs can be removed by pulling them off the knob stems If knobs are removed do not allow water run down the inside surface of the glass whi
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