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GE JGBP31 P User's Manual

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2. E INSTALLING THE ANTI TIP DEVICE WARNING e Range must be secured with an approved Anti Tip device Unless properly installed the range could be tipped by you or a child standing sitting or leaning on an open door e After installing the Anti Tip device verify that it is in place by carefully attempting to tilt the range forward e This range has been designed to meet all recognized industry tip standards for all normal conditions eThe use of this device does not preclude tipping of the range when not properly installed elf the Anti Tip device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the universal Anti Tip device WB02X7909 1 Mark the wall where the RIGHT EDGE of the range is to be located Be sure to allow for the countertop overhang if you intend to install the range next to cabinets Slotted Head a Screw _ Wallplate Approx 20 7 7 7 Marked Edge 21 of Range 7 s 2 Locate the outside edge of the device 2 toward the center of the range from the marked edge of the range 3 Using the device as a template mark the position of the hole for the screw 4 For wood construction drill a pilot hole at an angle of 20 degrees from the horizontal A nail or awl may be used if a drill is not available Mount the Anti Tip device with the screw provided For cement or concrete construction you will need a 1 4 x 1 lag bolt and a
3. 12 Power Outage CAUTION DO NOT MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE ELECTRIC IGNITION OVEN DURING AN ELECTRICAL POWER FAILURE The oven or broiler cannot be lit during a power failure Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot If the oven is in use when a power failure occurs the oven burner shuts off and cannot be re lit until power is restored Shelf Positions The oven has five shelf supports for normal baking and roasting identified in this illustration as A bottom B C D and E top It also has a special low shelf position R for roasting extra large items such as a large turkey the shelf is not designed to slide out at this position Shelf positions for cooking are suggested on Baking and Roasting pages 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 Oven Vents The oven is vented through duct openings at the rear of the cooktop See Features section Do not block these openings when cooking in the oven it is important that the flow of hot air from the oven and fresh air to the oven burners be uninterrupted e The vent openings and nearby surfaces may become hot Do not touch them e Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent Vent appearance and location vary
4. Because hard piping restricts movement of the range the use of an A G A certified flexible metal appliance connector is recommended unless local codes require a hard piped connection Never use an old connector when installing a new range If the hard piping method is used you must carefully align the pipe the range cannot be moved after the connection is made To prevent gas leaks put pipe joint compound on or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon around all male external pipe threads Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners This area allows for flush range installation with through the wali connection of pipe stub shut off valve and rear wall 120V outlet connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup This area allows for flush range installation with through the floor connection of pipe stub shut off valve Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations for Models Equipped with Dual Burners Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup This area allows for flush range installation with through the wall connection of pipe stub shut off valve and rear wall 120V outlet This area allows for flush range installation with through the floor connection of pipe stub shut off valve continued next page 3 CONNECT TH
5. Surface Light Use the switch on the upper control panel to turn the surface light on and off Adjusting the Oven Thermostat When cooking food for the first time in your new oven use time given on recipes as a guide Oven thermostats over a period of years may drift from the factory setting and differences in timing between an old and a new oven of 5 to 10 minutes are not unusual Your new oven has been set correctly at the factory and is more likely to be accurate than the oven it replaced We do not recommend the use of inexpensive thermometers such as those found in the grocery store to check the temperature setting of your new oven These thermometers can vary by 20 40 degrees If you think the oven should be hotter or cooler you can adjust it yourself To decide how much to change the thermostat 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 thermostat should be changed e Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may become hot if left too close to the vent e Metal items will become very hot if they are left on the cooktop and could cause burns 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 Oven Light The oven light comes on automatically when the door is o
6. Biscuits or muffins Bor C Cookies or cupcakes B orC Brownies B orC Layer cakes B orC Bundt or pound cakes AorB Pies or pie shells BorC Frozen pies A on cookie sheet Casseroles BorC Roasting BorR Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes cookies pastry and breads For most casseroles and roasts preheating is not necessary For ovens without a preheat indicator light or tone preheat 10 minutes After the oven is preheated place the food in the oven as quickly as possible to prevent heat from escaping Pan Placement For even cooking and proper browning there must be enough room for air circulation in the oven Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered as much as possible rather than being placed to the front or to the back of the oven Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven Allow 1 to 1 inch space between pans as well as from the back of the oven the door and the sides If you use two shelves stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other Baking Guides When using prepared baking mixes follow package recipe or instructions for best baking results Cookies When baking cookies flat cookie sheets without sides produce better looking cookies Cookies baked in a jelly roll pan short sides all around may have darker edges and pale or light browning may occur Do not use a cookie sheet so large that it touches t
7. See Dimensions and Clearances illustration in this section eCaution Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a range children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured 4 d NN i ART prevent the range from tipping over If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason make sure the Anti Tip device is engaged when you push the range back against the wall eFor your safety never use your range for warming or heating the room Your oven and range top are not designed to heat your kitchen Top burners should not be operated without cookware on the grate Such abuse could result in fire and damage to your range and will void your warranty eDo not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Explosions or fires could result eDo not use oven for a storage area Items stored in the oven can ignite eDo not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range WARNING All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach an approved Anti Tip device to the wall See Installing the Anti Tip Device in this section To check if the device is installed and engaged properly carefully tip the range forward The Anti Tip device should engage and J INSTALLATION
8. The self clean cycle will automatically begin 4 hours before the Stop Time you select For example Let s say it s 7 00 and you want the oven to begin self cleaning at 9 00 after you re finished in the kitchen The oven has been preset to clean for four hours 1 Prepare the oven for cleaning 2 Close the oven door and slide the latch handle to the right as far as it will go Make sure the oven light is off Never force the door latch handle Forcing the handle may damage the door lock mechanism 3 Press the CLEAN pad CLEAN 4 Press the INCREASE pad The oven is set m After a clean cycle 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 If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle the cycle may be repeated 5 Clean Time is preset for 4 hours You can change the Clean Time to anywhere between 2 and 4 hours depending on how dirty the oven is If a shorter Clean Time is desired press the DECREASE pad until the desired Clean Time is displayed 6 Press the STOP TIME pad 11 00 appears on display and STOP TIME flashes The control automatically sets Stop Time by adding the Clean Time to the time of day In this example the time of day is 7 00 and
9. 1 2 O D sleeve anchor which are not provided Drill the recommended size hole for the hardware Install the sleeve anchor into the drilled hole and then install the lag bolt through the device The bolts must be properly tightened as recommended for the hardware Anti Tip Device NSN d 5 Slide the range against the wall and check for proper installation by grasping the front edges of the rear surface unit openings and carefully attempting to tilt the range forward WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE COMPLETED MAKE SURE ALL CONTROLS ARE LEFT IN THE OFF POSITION MAKE SURE THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR TO THE RANGE IS UNOBSTRUCTED continued next page 43 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued HOW TO CONVERT THE RANGE FOR USE WITH LP GAS OR NATURAL GAS TOOLS REQUIRED T 10 Torxdriver for sealed burners 1 2 and 3 4 open end wrench Flat blade screwdriver small Nut drivers or wrenches 7mm or 5 16 depending on the size of the spuds Q PREPARE RANGE FOR CONVERSION 1 Turn off gas supply at the wall 2 Turn off the electrical power to the range If range has not yet been connected to gas supply or if flexible connection was made range maybe pulled out from the wall to make conversion easier E CONVERT THE PRESSURE REGULATOR WARNING Do not remove the pressure regulator from the range 1 For models equipped with sealed burners remove the storage drawer b
10. CONVERTING SURFACE BURNERS ON MODELS EQUIPPED WITH SEALED BURNERS See Step 4 if range is equipped with dual burners Burner Cap _ gt Burner Head Screws Burner Base Orifice Spud Gas Inlet Tube 1 Remove grates burner caps and burner heads 2 Remove burner bases by unscrewing the 3 small screws in each base Lift burner straight out DO NOT disconnect the wires from the burner bases unless the cooktop needs to be raised 3 Remove the brass orifice spud under each burner base by unscrewing spud from fitting with 7mm or 5 16 wrench depending on the size of your spuds Apply a 3 4 wrench to the hex on the gas inlet tube as a back up when removing spud to prevent the aluminum tube from twisting 4 Install orifice spuds accordhgto one of the following diagrams see or B for LP gas or natural gas depending on which you are converting to L orifice Spuds for Converting to LP Gas LP orifice spuds are in a small plastic bag packed with this Use and Care book LP orifice spuds have a 2 digit number and the Letter L on one side Each orifice spud will also have 1 or 2 grooves on one side denoting the location on the range where it is to be installed Q Orifice Spuds for Converting to Natural Gas Natural gas orifice spuds have a 3 digit number on one side Each orifice spud will also have 1 2 or 3 grooves on one side denoting the location on the range where it is to be i
11. INSTRUCTIONS continued GENERAL eSee Dimensions and Clearances in this section for all rough in and spacing dimensions These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations may be adjusted to meet specific requirements eThe range may be placed with O clearance flush at the back wall and side walls of the range LOCATION Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts Any openings in the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork PROTECT YOUR FLOOR Your range like many other household items is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting Use care when moving the range on this type of flooring It is recommended that the following simple and inexpensive instructions be followed to protect your floor The range should be installed on a sheet of plywood or similar material 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 MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION Depending on your range you ll find the model and ser
12. and rotate the shutter to the full open position With baffle in place flames should have approximately l inch blue cones and should not extend beyond the edges of the burner baffle After 30 seconds of burner operation check for flames lifting off burner ports If lifting is observed gradually reduce air shutter opening until flames are stabilized For natural gas the shutter should be open 1 2 or about 3 4 of the way open CHECK FOR LEAKS When all connections have been made make sure all range controls are in the off position and turn on the main gas supply valve Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and connections to check for leaks in the system CAUTION DO NOT USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS When using test pressures greater than 1 2 psig to pressure test the gas supply system of the residence disconnect the range and individual shut off valve from the gas supply piping When using test pressures of 1 2 psig or less to test the gas supply system simply isolate the range from the gas supply system by closing the individual shut off valve continued next page 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued HOW TO CONVERT THE RANGE FOR USE Q WITH LP GAS OR NATURAL GAS continued CHECK QUALITY OF FAME The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually E CONVERT TOP BURNER VALVES If burner flames look like A call for service Normal burner flames should look like B
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14. 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 function 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 change to a deep gray color Q The word DOOr appeared on the display when I selected the Clean Cycle What is wrong A The door latch handle must be moved all the way to the right Move the latch handle and cleaning will start 24 CARE AND CLEANING 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 DISCONNECTED BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF YOUR RANGE x Wh Burner Cap Burner Head Drip Pan on some models Turn all controls OFF before removing burner parts and drip pans if so equipped The burner grates caps burner heads and drip pans if so equipped can be lifted off making them easy to clean The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed When one burner is turned to LITE all the burners spark Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around a
15. flare union adapter to the 1 2 NPT internal thread elbow at inlet of regulator On models equipped with dual burners install the male pipe thread end of the 1 2 flare union adapter to the 1 2 NPT internal thread at inlet of pressure regulator Use a backup wrench on the regulator fitting to avoid damage When installing the range from the front remove the 90 elbow for easier installation 3 Install male 1 2 or 3 4 flare union adapter to the NPT internal thread of the manual shut off valve taking care to back up the shut off valve to keep it from turning 4 Connect flexible metal appliance connector to the adapter on the range Position range to permit connection at the shut off valve 5 When all connections have been made make sure all range controls are in the off position and turn on the main gas supply valve Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and connections to check for leaks in the system CAUTION DO NOT USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS When using test pressures greater than 1 2 psig to pressure test the gas supply system of the residence disconnect the range and individual shut off valve from the gas supply piping When using test pressures of 1 2 psig or less to test the gas supply system simply isolate the range from the gas supply system by closing the individual shut off valve l ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Electrical Requirement 120 volt 60 Hertz properly grounded branch circuit
16. is cooking food by intense radiant heat from the upper unit in the oven Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled Follow these steps to keep spattering and smoking to a minimum The oven door should be closed during broiling 1 If the meat has fat or gristle near the edge cut vertical slashes through both about 2 apart If desired the fat may be trimmed leaving layer about 1 8 thick 2 Place the meat on the broiler rack in the broiler pan Always use the rack so the fat drips into the broiler pan otherwise the juices may become hot enough to catch fire 3 Position the shelf on recommended shelf position as suggested in Broiling Guide 4 Close the oven door but do not latch it If the door latch is moved to the right during a broil operation the door may lock and you may not be able to open it until the oven cools 5 Press the BROIL pad Use of Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan and broiler rack However you must mold the foil tightly to the rack and cut slits in it just like the rack Without the slits the foil will prevent fat and meat juices from draining to the broiler pan The juices could become hot enough to catch on fire If you do not cut the slits you are frying not broiling Questions amp Answers Q When broiling is it necessary to always use a rack in the pan A Yes Using the rack suspends the meat over the pan As the meat cooks the juices fall
17. light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your budding e Immediately 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 Instigation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE e 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 by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood e Fluorescent light bulbs and safety valves on standing pilot ranges contain mercury If your model has these features they must be recycled according to local state and federal codes When You Get Your Range e Have the installer sho
18. on the A 5 surface burner _ gas inlet tubes and replace them with the correct gas spuds mounted in a holder at the right rear of the range above the regulator Natural gas spuds are brass and LP gas spuds are red or silver Mount the spuds that you removed from the inlet tubes back in the holder To prevent leakage make sure spuds are securely screwed into gas inlet tubes 4 Replace the burner assemblies 5 Keep all spuds with your range so you have them if you move or get a different gas hook up Q CONVERT THE OVEN BURNER ORIFICES Oven Burner 1 Remove oven door storage drawer or broiler drawer oven bottom and burner baffle The lower burner orifice spud is located behind the storage drawer broiler drawer or kick panel On some models a metal shield must be removed to access the orifice 2 To convert to LP gas use a 1 2 wrench to turn the lower burner orifice spud clockwise Tighten the spud only until it is snug To prevent damage do not overtighten the spud To convert to natural gas loosen the spud about 2 turns Broil Burner on some models To convert to LP gas use a 1 2 wrench to turn the upper burner orifice spud clockwise Tighten spud only until it is snug with the base To prevent damage do not overtighten spud To convert to natural gas loosen the spud about 2 turns R N LL CONVERT AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTER S For LP gas loosen the Phillips head screw
19. or C depending on the type of gas you use With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal 1 Turn all top burners to LOW 2 Remove all four knobs amp 3 With a small flat Sa blade screwdriver turn the valve set screws clockwise to decrease A Yellow flames Call for service flame size counterclockwise B Yellow tips on to increase flame size Adjust f t ap until the flame is about the same Ne er TEIP height as the top of the burner ormas Tor gas 4 Replace knobs 7 5 Check for flame outage by opening and E Soft blue flame closing the oven door several times If the flame a Normal for natural gas goes out increase the flame size 48 USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM F AND A NUMBER FLASH ON DISPLAY OVEN WILL NOT WORK TOP BURNERS DO NOT LIGHT OR DO NOT BURN EVENLY BURNERS HAVE YELLOW OR YELLOW TIPPED FLAMES BURNER FLAMES VERY LARGE OR YELLOW OVEN DOES NOT COOK PROPERLY CLOCK AND MINUTE SECOND TIMER DO NOT WORK OVEN LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON P QUESTIONS POSSIBLE CAUSE elf the time display flashed F and a number you have a function error code If function error code appears during the self cleaning cycle check oven door latch The latch handle may have been moved even if only slightly from the latched position Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it will go Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow oven t
20. pad until the desired temperature is displayed When the oven starts to heat the word ON and the changing temperature starting at 100 F will be displayed When the oven reaches the temperature you set a tone will sound 3 Press the CLEAR OFF pad when baking is finished CLEAR OFF a To change the oven temperature during the BAKE cycle press BAKE pad and then INCREASE or DECREASE pad to get new temperature TIMED BAKING How to Time Bake The oven control allows you to turn the oven on or off automatically at specific times that you set NOTE Before beginning make sure the oven clock shows the correct time of day To set the clock first press the CLOCK pad Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until the correct time of day is displayed Press the CLOCK pad to start How to Set Immediate Start and Automatic Stop The oven turns on right away cooks for preset length of time and turns off automatically at the selected Stop Time To avoid possible burns place the shelves in the correct position before you turn the oven on 1 Press the COOK TIME pad COOK TIVE 2 Press the INCREASE pad until the desired length of baking time A appears in the display E n 14 3 Press the BAKE pad Attention tone will occur if step 3 is not done 4 Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until the desired temperature is displayed When the oven starts to heat the word ON and the changing temperatur
21. protected by a 15 amp or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse Extension Cord Cautions Because of potential safety hazards associated with certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord and that the current carrying rating of the cord in amperes be equivalent to or greater than the branch circuit rating Grounding IMPORTANT Please read carefully FOR PERSONAL SAFETY THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug which mates with a standard three prong grounding wall receptacle PREFERRED to minimize the vee possibility of A electric shock W hazard from this appliance The customer should have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded Where a standard two prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall receptacle DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD ENSURE PROPER GROUND EXISTS BEFORE USE continued next page 39 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS continued Q Usage Situations where Appliance P
22. the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal The customer should have the two prong wall receptacle replaced with a three prong grounding receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance The installation of appliances designed for mobile home instillation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 or when such standard is not applicable the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations latest edition Manufactured Home Sites Communities and Set Ups ANSI A225 1 latest edition or with local codes In Canada mobile home installation must be in accordance with the current CAN CSA Z240 MH Mobile Home Installation Code Electric Disconnect 1 Locate disconnect plug on the range back 2 Pinch sides of connector and pull out of range back You will have one of these disconnect plugs E SEAL THE OPENINGS Seal any openings in the wall behind the range and in the floor under the range when hookups are completed E CHECK SURFACE BURNER IGNITION Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after range and gas supply lines have been carefully checked for leaks Push in one of the surface burner controls and turn it to the LITE position You will hear a snapping sound indicating proper operation of t
23. the oven bottom allow the oven to cool first You can then clean the oven bottom with soap and water an abrasive cleanser or scouring pads ZUTE eRinse well to remove any soap before self cleaning Broiler Pan and Rack After broiling remove the broiler pan and rack from the oven Remove the rack from the pan Carefully pour out the grease in the pan into a proper container 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 Wash scour if necessary Rinse and dry The broiler pan and rack may also be cleaned in a dishwasher Do not store a soiled broiler pan and rack anywhere in the range Do not clean in the self cleaning oven continued next page 29 30 CARE AND CLEANING continued Oven Lamp Replacement on some models CAUTION Before replacing your oven bulb disconnect electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel Be sure to let the lamp cover and bulb cool completely The oven lamp bulb is covered with a removable glass cover that is held in place with a bail shaped wire Remove oven door if desired to reach cover easily To remove 1 Hold hand under cover so it doesn t fall when released With fingers of same hand firmly push back wire bail until it clears cover Lift off cover DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS TO REM
24. the right control the right front and right rear burners On ranges with sealed burners The smaller burner right rear position will give the best simmer results e The right front burner is higher powered than the others and will bring liquids to a boil quicker natural gas installations only SURFACE COOKING The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed 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 Before Lighting a Burner elf drip pans are supplied with your range they should be used at all times e Make sure all grates on the range are in place before using any burner To Light a Surface Burner Push the control knob in and turn it to LITE You will hear lt 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 without 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 pot holder cleaning cloths or other materials on them How to Select Flame Siz
25. 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 Jl 0C s32 T C TIWMNSUN0A 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 FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for charge parts and service labor in ordinary home use in the 48 mainland your home to repair or replace states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same any part of the range that fails a because of a manufacturing defect except 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 For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of Should your appliance need service during the warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 In Canda consult your telephone directory for the Cameo Service Center WHAT IS NOT COVERED e Service trips to your home to adequate electrical gas exhausting teach you how to use the product and other connecti
26. 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 Residue from oven cleaners will damage the inside of the oven when the self clean cycle is used e Before self cleaning the oven remove the broiler pan and other cookware e Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before starting the self cleaning operation elf the self cleaning mode malfunctions turn off and disconnect the power supply Have serviced by a qualified technician SAVE THESE eee Ne pa 5 v ar fa Y lt A _ VN er er pam MN JGBP26GEN JGBP31GEP JGBP34GEP JGBP35GEP JGBP38GES ay s GOR a gopnnead FEATURES OF YOuR RANGE Dual Burners Drip Pan on some models Burner Base Yourrange is equipped with one of the two types of su Drip Pan models rf urners shown above Feature Index Not all models have all features Appearance of features varies See page 1 Air Intake under storage drawer or kick panel 4 32 2 Model and Serial Numbers 2 on front frame of range behind storage drawer or kick panel 3 Anti Tip Device 3 35 43 Lower right rear corner on range back See Installation Instructions 4 Removable Oven Door 28 easily removed for oven cleaning 5 Oven Bottom 29 6 Oven Interior Light 13 30 7 Oven Lamp On Off Switch 13 30 8 Grates Drip Pans
27. using self clean feature or the oven may lock eOven controls not set properly Review Operating the Self Cleaning Oven section Heavily soiled ovens require 3 4 to 4 hour clean time e Heavy spillovers should be cleaned up before starting clean cycle eSelf cleaning cycle has been selected but latch handle was not moved all the way to the right Move the latch handle e Latch handle was moved to the right but a program other than self cleaning was selected Move the latch handle to the right only when setting self cleaning cycle e This is reminding you to enter a bake temperature see Baking section If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service 50 With the purchase ofyour new GE appliance receive the assurance that ifyou ever need information or assistance from GE well be there All you have to do is call toll free In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 A GE consumer service professional will provide expert 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 Saturdays Our Factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be handled in just one visit GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Whatever your question about any GE major
28. E RANGE TO GAS continued Flexible Connector Hookup for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners Pressure Regulator 90 Elbow gt provided E Flex lt _ Connector Adapter 6 ft max a Adapter Installer Inform the consumer of the i mas 5 location of the gas i i ut o shut off valve A Fi lt t _ Valve Rigid Pipe Hookup for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners Pressure Regulator 90 Elbow ad Ee Pf lt 90 Elbo provided i 1g EN Nipple Union Back ron Pipe A Union lt t Nipple Gas Flow into Range Installer Inform the Gas consumer of the Shut off location of the gas 1 2 or 3 4 lt Valve shut off valve Gas Pipe gt Ld 38 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued Flexible Connector and Rigid Pipe Hookups for Models Equipped with Dual Burners Flexible Rigid Pipe Hookup Pressure Regulator Adapter 5 t Black Iron Pipe gt Flex Connector 6 fft m7az Manifold Pipe Adapter Installer Inform the E consumer of the location A qg 1 2 or 3 4 A of the gas shut off valve Gas Pipe 1 Install a manual gas line shut off valve in the gas line in an easily accessed location outside of the range Make sure everyone operating the range knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the range 2 Install male 1 2
29. FORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully IMPORTANT Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector s use INSTALLER Leave these instructions with the appliance after installation is completed CONSUMER Keep this Use and Care Guide and the Initiation Instructions for future use This appliance must be proper amp grounded WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency manufacturer dealer or the gas supplier CAUTION Do not attempt to operate the oven of this range during a power failure 34 IMPORTANT Remove all packing material and literature from oven before connecting gas and electrical supply to range DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces Depth with Door Closed Includes Door Handle ve 4 Height 47 36 ee Sg S Depth with Door Open 3 N 9 N r7 46 N aw wee n Minimum to 30 be n Towallon 18 cabinets on 1 eitherside Maximum depth either side for cabinets above of range countertops To cabinets below cook top and at IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Instigation of this range must conform with local codes or in the absence of local co
30. OVE COVER 2 Do not touch hot bulb with a wet cloth Replace bulb with a 40 watt household appliance bulb To replace cover 1 Place it into groove of lamp receptacle Pull wire bail forward to center of cover until it snaps into place When in place wire holds cover firmly Be certain wire bail is in depression in center of cover 2 Connect electrical power to the range Control Panel and Knobs eee It s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each Se use of the oven Clean with mild soap and water or Se vinegar and water rinse with clean water and polish i N dry with a soft cloth a Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleaners plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control panel they will damage the finish A 50 50 solution S 3 of vinegar and hot water works well The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning To remove knob pull it straight off the stem If knob is difficult to remove place a towel or dishcloth between the knob and control panel and pull gently Wash the knobs in soap and water or a vinegar and hot water solution but do not soak To clean outside glass finish use a glass cleaner Do not allow the water or cleaner to run down inside openings in the glass while cleaning Metal parts can be cleaned with soap and water Do not use steel wool abrasives ammonia acids or commercial oven cleaners Dry with a soft cloth Lo Removable Storage D
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32. Well Done 2 1 inch thick about 1 Ib Lamb Chops Medium 2 1 inch thick Slash fat Well Done about 10 to 12 oz Medium 2 14 inch thick Well Done about 1 Ib Wieners l lb pkg 10 f desired split sausages in half similar precooked sausages bratwurst Broiling Tips The oven door must be closed during broiling 1 Always use broiler pan and rack that comes with your oven It is designed to minimize smoking and thin slices 1 Ib 4 patties 1 2 to 3 4 inch thick Space evenly Up to 8 patties take about same time engthwise cut into 5 to 6 inch pieces 3 If desired marinate meats or chicken before broiling Or brush with barbecue sauce last 5 to 10 minutes only spattering by trapping juices in the shielded lower 4 When arranging food on pan do not let fatty edges part of the pan hang over sides which could soil oven with fat dripping 2 For steaks and chops slash fat evenly around 5 Oven does not need to be preheated However for outside edges of meat To slash cut crosswise very thin foods or to increase browning preheat through outer fat surface just to the edge of the if desired meat Use tongs to turn meat over to prevent 6 ovate ewe Frozen steaks can be broiled by positioning the oven piercing meat and losing juices shelf at next lowest shelf position and increasing cooking time given in this guide 1 4 times per side Al OPERATING THE SELF CLEANING OVEN Normal Clean
33. ate in or near the range When cooking pork follow the directions exactly and always cook the meat to an internal 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 the meat will be safe to eat y Ss Surface Cooking Always use the LITE position when igniting top burners and make sure the burners have ignited Never leave surface burners unattended at high flame settings Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire Adjust top burner flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware Excessive flame is hazardous Use only dry pot holders moist a or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in bums from steam Do not let pot holders come near open flames when lifting 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 cookware handles toward the side or back of the range without extending over adjacent burners 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 t
34. bilized With the baffle in place the flames should burn steady and should not extend past the edges of the burner baffle To remove the oven bottom 1 Remove the knurled screws holding down rear of the oven bottom 2 Grasp the oven bottom at finger slots on each side 3 Lift the rear of the oven bottom enough to clear the lip of the range frame then pull out To remove the burner baffle on some models 1 Use a nut driver to remove the 1 4 hex head screw shown in the illustration above Do not remove any other screws 2 Pull baffle straight out until it is free from the slot that holds it at rear of oven LEVELING THE RANGE 1 Remove the storage drawer broiler drawer or kick panel 2 Use a 3 16 open end or socket wrench to back out both rear leveling legs approximately two turns 3 Use a 1 open end or adjustable wrench to back out the front leveling legs two turns 4 Install the oven shelves in the oven and position the range where it will be installed 5 Check for levelness by placing a spirit level or a cup partially filled with water on one of the oven racks If using a spirit level take two readings with the level placed diagonally first in one direction and then the other 6 Adjust the leveling legs until the range is level 7 After the range is level slide the range away from the wall so that the Anti Tip device can be installed
35. ccumulations 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 Keep all plastics away from top burners Do not leave plastic Se Sime items on the cooktop they may J g melt if left too close to 8 Se SS the vent Do not leave any Vent appearance and location vary 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 eTo avoid the possibility of a burn always be certain that the controls for all burners are at the 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 eIf range is located near a window do not hang 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 and steam that escape can cause burns to hands face and eyes Keep oven free from grease buildup e Place oven shelves in desired position while oven is cool e Pulling out shelf to the shel
36. continued next page 31 CARE AND CLEANING continued 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 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 kick panel storage drawer or broiler drawer depending on the model Lift up Cooktop on models with dual burners Clean the area under the cooktop often Built up soil especially grease may catch on fire To make cleaning easier the cooktop may be lifted up To raise the cooktop 1 Be sure burners are turned off 2 Remove the grates 3 Grasp the two front burner wells and lift up Some models have dual support rods that will hold the cooktop up while you clean underneath it After cleaning under the cooktop with hot soapy water and a clean cloth lower the cooktop Be careful not to pinch your fingers Metal Parts Do not use steel wool abrasives ammonia or commercial oven cleaners To safely clean surfaces wash rinse and then dry with a soft cloth 32 Vent appearance and location vary Surface Light and Starter on some models CAUTION Do not touch the bulb with wet Canopy hands or when bulb is hot Never wipe the light area with a wet cloth Electrical power must be shut off if you have to r
37. cssescosserneessscesserennes 9 41 48 49 Flooring Under the Range ssssssnsens 36 Installation Instructions 34 48 Leveling Re 43 Minor Adjustments cseesseeseseneees 33 Consumer Services 51 ApplianceRegistration cceessesnseneeees 2 Important Phone Numbers 2 s00 51 Model and Serial Number Location 2 amp Warranty ssesessessuneerennunnurennnnnnnnnns BackCover Models JGBP26GEN JGBP35GEP JGBP31GEP JGBPIJ8GES JGBP34GEP HELP US HELP YOU Read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new range 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 Depending on your range you ll find the model and serial numbers on a label on the front of the range behind the kick panel storage drawer or broiler drawer 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 range If you received a damaged range Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the range Save time and m
38. des with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 latest edition In Canada initiation must conform with the current Natural Gas Initiation Code CAN CGA B149 1 or the current Propane Installation Code CAN CGA B149 2 and with local codes where applicable This range has been design certified by the American Gas Association according to ANSI 221 1 latest edition and Canadian Gas Association according to CAN CGA 1 1 latest edition As with any appliance using gas and generating heat there are certain safety precautions you should follow You will find these precautions in the Important Safety Instructions in the front of this book Read them carefully e Have your range installed by a qualified installer or service technician e Your range must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition In Canada electrical grounding must be in accordance with the current CSA C22 1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and or local codes See Electrical Connections in this section eBefore installing your range on linoleum or any other synthetic floor covering make sure the floor covering can withstand 180 F without shrinking warping or discoloring Do not install the range over carpeting unless a sheet of 1 4 thick plywood or similar insulator is placed between the range and carpeting e Make sure the wall covering
39. e 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 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 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 Wok Cooking on models with sealed burners e We recommend that you use only a flat bottomed wok They are available at your local retail store UT e Do not use woks that have support rings Use of these types of woks with or without the ring in place can be dangerous Placing the ring over the burner grate may cause the burner to work improperly resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards This could be dangerous to your health Do not try to use such woks w
40. e starting at 100 F will be displayed When the oven reaches the temperature you set a tone will sound The oven will continue to cook for the programmed amount of time then shut off automatically 5 Remove food from the oven Remember even though oven shuts off automatically foods continue cooking after controls are off NOTE Foods that spoil easily such as milk eggs fish stuffings poultry and pork should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour before or after cooking Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth How to Set Delay Start and Automatic Stop Quick Reminder 1 Press the COOK TIME pad 2 Press the INCREASE DECREASE pad to set cooking time 3 Press the STOP TIME pad 4 Press the INCREASE DECREASE pad until desired Stop Time appears in display 5 Press the BAKE pad 6 Press the INCREASE DECREASE pad to select oven temperature Delay Start and Automatic Stop is setting the oven timer to turn the oven on and off automatically at a later time than the present time of day For example Let s say it s 2 00 and dinner time is shortly after 7 00 The recipe suggests 3 hours baking time at 325 F Here s how To avoid possible burns place the shelves in the correct position before you set Delay Start f 1 Press the COOK TIME pad COOK TIVE 2 For 3 hour
41. e of gas See the Installation Instructions WARNING These adjustments must be made by a qualified service technician in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or property damage The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion After prolonged use of a range high floor temperatures may result and many floor coverings will not withstand this kind of use Never install the range over vinyl tile or linoleum that cannot withstand such type of use Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting Using Your Range Do not leave children alone or unattended where a range is hot or in operation They could be seriously burned Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the door storage or broiler drawer on some models or range top They could damage the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury eCAUTION ITEMS OF INTEREST TO CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED IN CABINETS ABOVE A RANGE OR ON THE BACKSPLASH OF A RANGE CHILDREN CLIMBING ON THE RANGE TO REACH ITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED WARNING an ranges can ti and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach an approved Anti Tip device to the wall See Installation ON Instructions To check if the device L is installed and engaged prope
42. e timer or automatic oven operation OVEN TEMPERATURE AND BROIL DISPLAY Shows the oven temperature or the broil setting selected FUNCTION INDICATORS Lights up to show whether oven is in bake broil or self clean mode INCREASE Short taps to this pad increase time or temperature by small amounts Press and hold pad to increase time or temperature by larger amounts DECREASE Short taps to this pad decrease time or temperature by small amounts Press and hold pad to decrease time or temperature by larger amounts BAKE Press this pad to select bake function BROIL Press this pad to select broil function CLEAN Press this pad to select self cleaning function See Self Cleaning Instructions COOK TIME Press this pad for Time Bake operations STOP TIME Use this pad along with COOK TIME or CLEAN pad to set the oven to start automatically at a time you select CLOCK To set clock first press CLOCK pad Then press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad to change the time of day Press the CLOCK pad to start TIMER Press this pad to select timer function The timer does not control oven operations The timer can time up to 9 hours and 55 minutes To set timer first press TIMER pad Then press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad to change the time If F and a number flash on display and the control beeps this indicates function error code If function error code appears during the self clean
43. ecause it will clog the burner openings and scratch the burners If the holes become clogged clean them with a toothpick Before putting the burner head back shake out excess water and dry it thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven for 30 minutes Then place it back in the range making sure the pin in the burner base goes in the hole in the burner head and that the burner heads are properly seated and level CAUTION DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS AND DRIP PANS IF SO EQUIPPED IN PLACE Dual Burners on some models Drip Pan on some models Surface Burner On models with dual burners the cooktop lifts up for easy access Turn all controls OFF before removing burner parts and drip pans if so equipped The burner grates and drip pans if so equipped can be lifted off making them easy to clean The holes in the surface burners of your range must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and an even unhampered flame 26 You should clean the surface burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes Wipe off surface burners If heavy spillover occurs remove the surface burners from range Burners lift out for cleaning Lift up the cooktop and then lift out the surface burners To remove burned on food soak the surface burner in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water Soak the surface burner for 20 to 30 minutes For more stubborn stains
44. emoving and replacing the door 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 bottom of the door squarely over the hinges Then lower the door slowly and evenly over both hinges at the same time TO CLEAN THE DOOR Do not immerse door in water Inside of door e Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned during the self clean cycle you do not need to clean this by hand Any soap left on the liner causes additional stains when the oven is heated e The area outside the gasket can be cleaned with a scouring pad e Do not rub or clean 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 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 Inside Gasket Outside Gasket Gasket Outside of door Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door Rinse well You may al
45. eplace a bulb To replace bulb 1 With one hand at each end of the hinged canopy grasp it by the front edge and flip it up 2 Remove fluorescent light bulb Replace the bulb with one of the same length and wattage 3 Lower the canopy To replace starter 1 Open canopy and remove bulb as explained above 2 Grasp starter turn it counterclockwise about one quarter turn and lift out Replace with one of the same wattage 3 Replace bulb and lower the canopy Glass Surfaces To clean the outside glass finish use a glass cleaner Rinse and polish with a dry cloth Do not allow the water or cleaner to run down inside openings in the glass while cleaning MINOR ADJUSTMENTS YOU CAN MAKE R N Broil and Bottom Burner Air Adjustment Shutters The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually See the Installation Instructions and the Problem Solver sections in this book Air adjustment shutters for the top broil and bottom burners regulate the flow of air to the flames Air Adjustment Shutter The air adjustment shutter for the top broil burner is in the center of the rear wall of the oven See Installation Instructions in this book The shutter for the bottom oven burner is near the back wall behind the storage drawer or kick panel To adjust the flow of air to either burner loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter to allow more or less air int
46. f 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 The lowest position R is not designed to slide eDon t heat unopened food containers in the oven Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury e Don t use aluminum foil anywhere in the oven except as described in this book Misuse could result in a fire hazard or damage to the range e When using cooking or roasting bags in oven follow the manufacturer s directions e Use only glass cookware that is recommended for use in gas ovens e Always remove broiler pan from oven as soon as you finish broiling Grease left in the pan can catch fire if oven is used without removing the grease from the broiler pan e When broiling if meat is too close to the flame the fat may ignite Trim excess fat to prevent excessive flare ups e Make sure broiler pan is in place correctly to reduce the possibility of grease fires eIf 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 e Keep range clean and free of accumulations of grease or spillovers which may ignite Self Cleaning Oven eDo not clean the door gasket The door gasket is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the gasket Clean only parts listed in this Use and Care Guide e Do not
47. g it 20 minutes after removing from oven Be sure to unsealed allows the air to circulate and brown cut across the grain of the meat the meat ROASTING GUIDE Oven Approximate Roasting Time Internal Tvpe Temperature Doneness in Minutes per Pound Temperature F Meat 3 to 5 lbs 6 to 8 Ibs Tender cuts rib high quality sirloin Rare 24 35 18 25 140 150 x tip rump or top round Medium 35 39 22 31 1501600 Well Done 3945 31 33 170 1850 o Lamb leg or bone in shoulder Rare 21 25 20 23 140 15007 2 Medium 25 30 24 28 150 1600 A Well Done 3 amp 35 28 33 170 1850 Veal shoulder leg or loin Well Done 3545 30 40 170 1800 re Pork loin rib or shoulder Well Done 3545 3040 170 1800 Ham precooked To Warm 18 23 minutes per pound any weight 115 1250 Poultry 3 to 5 lbs Over 5 lbs Chicken or Duck Well Done 3540 3 amp 35 185 1900 Chicken pieces Well Done 35 40 185 1900 10 to 15 Ibs Over 15 Ibs In thigh Turkey Well Done 16 22 12 19 185 1900 For boneless rolled roasts over 6 inches thick add 5 to 10 minutes per pound to times given above The U S Department of Agriculture says Rare beef is popular but you should know that cooking it to only 140 F means some food poisoning organisms may survive Source Safe Food Book Your Kitchen Guide USDA Rev June 1985 ig Do not lock the oven door with the latch during broiling The latch is used for self cleaning only Broiling
48. g out as brown as they should A Check to see if you are using the recommended shelf position Broil for longest period of time indicated in the broiling Guide Turn food only once during broiling BROILING GUIDE Quantity and or Shelf 1st Side 2nd Side Food Thickness Position Minutes Minutes Comments Bacon 1 2 Ib about 8 Arrange in single layer Ground Beef Beef Steaks Rare 1 inch thick Steaks less than 1 inch thick cook Medium 1 to 1 Ibs through before browning Pan frying Well Done is recommended Rare 1 inch thick Slash fat Medium 2 to 2 lbs Well Done Chicken 1 whole Reduce times about 5 to 10 minutes 2 to 2 Ibs per side for cut up chicken Brush split lengthwise each side with melted butter Broil skin side down first Bakery Products Bread Toast or 2 to 4 slices Space evenly Place English muffins Toaster Pastries 1 pkg 2 cut side up and brush with butter if desired English Muffins 2 split Lobster Tails 2to4 Do not Cut through back of shell and spread 6 to 8 oz each turn over open Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of time e Fish 1 Ib fillets Handle and turn very carefully Brush 1 4 to 1 2 inch thick with lemon butter before broiling and during broiling if desired Preheat lede broiler to increase browning Ham Slices 1 inch thick Increase time 5 to 10 minutes per side JQ Precooked for 1 A inch thick or home cured Pork Chops 2 1 2 inch thick Slash fat
49. g section for cookware tips or recommendations Check common problems listed in Baking Roasting and Broiling sections e Oven bottom not securely seated in position eRange electrical plug must be securely seated in a live power outlet Check for blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker e Review instructions in the Oven Control Clock and Timer section eBulb may be loose or breed out e Electrical plug must be plugged into alive power outlet continued next page 49 CTTNTIAN MCW ITATID IIDACTIT T3ATOC WATdOLT PROBLEM SURFACE LIGHT DOES NOT WORK STRONG ODOR OVEN WILL NOT SELF CLEAN OVEN DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK OVEN NOT CLEAN AFTER CLEAN CYCLE DOOr APPEARS ON DISPLAY CONTROL BEEPS AFTER ENTERING OVEN TIME OR STOP TIME QUESTIONS USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER continued POSSIBLE CAUSE Fluorescent bulb is loose or defective Adjust or replace e Switch operating light is broken Call for service eImproper air gas ratio in oven Adjust oven burner air shutters An odor from the insulation around the oven liner is normal for the first few times the oven is used This is temporary eOven temperature is too high to set self cleaning operation Allow the range to cool to room temperature and reset the controls Door latch handle not moved all the way to the right eOven must cool below locking temperature clean cycle is complete Do not lock door with door latch except when
50. he walls or the door of the oven For best results use only one cookie sheet in the oven at a time Pies For best results bake pies in dark rough or dull pans to produce a browner crisper crust Frozen pies in foil pans should be placed on an aluminum cookie sheet for baking since the shiny foil pan reflects heat away from the pie crust the cookie sheet helps retain it Aluminum Foil Never entirely cover a shelf with a large cookie sheet or aluminum foil This will disturb the heat circulation and results in poor baking A smaller sheet of foil may be used to catch a spillover by placing it on a lower shelf several inches below the food Don t Peek Set the timer for the estimated cooking time and do not open the door to look at your food Most recipes provide minimum and maximum baking times such as bake 30 40 minutes LX WA la GE GaP ED AT a B a Ti bY SS DAS Cakes When baking cakes warped or bent pans will cause uneven baking results and poorly shaped products A cake baked in a pan larger than the recipe recommends will usually be crisper thinner and drier than it should be If baked in a pan smaller than recommended it may be undercooked and batter may overflow Check the recipe to make sure the pan size used is the one recommended Ut ama aea maar ar ooma Aan VEN DO NOT open the door to check until the minimum time Opening the oven door frequently during cooking allo
51. he spark module Once the air has been purged from the supply lines burner should light within 4 seconds Afterburner lights rotate knob out of the LITE position Try each burner in succession until all burners have been checked Quality of Flames The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually 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 outer cones is normal A Yellow flames Call for service B Yellow tips on outer cones Normal for LP gas C Soft blue flame Normal for natural gas Q CHECK IGNITION OF OVEN BURNER The oven is designed to operate quietly and automatically To operate the oven press the AKE pad and then press the INCREASE pad until 350 appears in the display After 30 90 seconds the oven burner will ignite and burn until the set temperature is reached The oven burner will continue to cycle on and off as necessary to maintain the oven at the temperature indicated by the display To check ignition of the broil burner press the BROIL pad and then the INCREASE or DECREASE pad After 30 90 seconds the broil burner will ignite The oven requires electrical power to operate In the case of a power outage the oven burners on these models cannot be lit manually with a match Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot If the oven is i
52. ial numbers on a label on the front frame of the range behind the storage drawer kick panel or broiler drawer 36 TOOLS YOU WILL NEED e Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers e Pencil and ruler e Two pipe wrenches one for backup 1 open end or adjustable wrench e Nut drivers or wrenches 3 16 and 1 4 ADDITIONAL MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED eGas line shut off valve e Pipe joint sealant or UL approved pipe thread tape with Teflon that resists action of natural and LP gases e Flexible metal appliance connector 1 2 I D A 5 foot length is recommended for ease of installation but other lengths are acceptable Never use an old connector when installing a new range Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line 3 4 or 1 2 NPT x 1 2 I D eFlare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator on range 1 2 NPT x 1 2 I D Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont PREPARATION eRemove all tape and packaging Lift up the cooktop on models with dual burners and remove any packing material under it Make sure the dual burners are properly seated and level eRemove plastic film that covers some chrome parts around oven door side trim e Take the accessory pack out of the oven Check to be sure that no range parts have come loose during shipping Q pROVIDE ADEQUATE cas supPLy Your range is designed to operate at a pressure of 4 of water col
53. ide the oven door For Frozen Roasts Frozen roasts of beef pork lamb etc can be started without thawing but allow 10 to 25 minutes per pound additional time 10 minutes 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 package label 18 ROASTING 3 Press the BAKE pad BAKE 4 Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until the desired A temperature is displayed When the oven starts to heat the word ON and the changing temperature starting at 100 F will be displayed When the oven reaches the temperature you set a tone will sound 5 Press the CLEAR OFF pad when roasting is finished and then remove C LEA R food from oven OFF 6 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 Internal temperature will rise about 5 to 10 F to compensate for temperature increase if desired remove the roast from oven sooner at 5 to 10 F less than temperature in the Roasting Guide NOTE You may wish to use Timed Baking as described in the Baking section of this book to turn oven on and off automatically Remember that food will continue to cook in the hot
54. ing cycle check oven door latch The latch handle may have been moved even if only slightly from the latched position Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it will go Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow oven to cool for one hour Put oven back into operation If function error code repeats disconnect power to the range and call for service OVEN CONTROL CLOCK AND TIMER N LY Clock To Set the Clock The clock must be set for the 1 Press the 2 Press the automatic oven timing functions to CLOCK pad INCREASE or work properly The time of day CLOCK A DECREASE pad cannot be changed during a Timed to set the time Bake or CLEAN cycle ee of day 3 Press the CLOCK pad to start Timer To Set the Timer The timer is a minute timer it does 1 Press the pad The timer will start automatically not control oven PR a within a few seconds of releasing maximum setting on the timer is the pad hours and 55 minutes TIM E R p The timer as you are setting it will display seconds until 60 JONTON MIAA JPOr ta marnas o seconds is reached 2 Press the INCREASE or a a A DECREASE pad to set the Then it will display minutes AGO Hie On imer and seconds until 60 minutes is reached After 60 minutes it will display hours HR now appears in display and minutes until the maximum time of 9 hours and 55 minutes is reached To Reset Timer To Cancel Timer Power Outage If TIMER i
55. ing Time 4 hours Before a Clean Cycle Quick Reminder 1 Prepare the oven for cleaning 2 Close and latch the oven door 3 Press the CLEAN pad 4 Press the INCREASE pad If you wish to change preset clean time of 4 hours press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until desired stop time appears in the display 1 Remove the broiler pan broiler rack all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven they cannot withstand the high cleaning temperatures Oven shelves may be left in oven NOTE Shelves will discolor after the self clean cycle 2 Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom If you use soap rinse thoroughly before self cleaning to prevent staining A Oven Front Frame B Oven Door Gasket C Oven Light 3 Clean spatters or spills on the oven front frame A and only that area on the oven door that is outside the gasket B Do not clean the gasket Use detergent and hot water with a soap filled steel wool pad then 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 Never use a commercial oven cleaner in or around the self cleaning oven How to Set Oven for Cleaning 1 Follow steps above to prepare the oven for cleaning 2 Close the oven door and slide the latch handle to the right as far as it will go Never force the door latch handle Forcing the handle may damage the door lock mechanism 3 Pres
56. into the pan thus keeping meat drier Juices are protected by the rack and stay cooler thus preventing excessive spatter and smoking Q Should I salt the meat before broiling A No Salt draws out the juices and allows them to evaporate Always salt after cooking Turn meat with tongs piercing meat with a fork also allows juices to escape When broiling poultry or fish brush each side often with butter 20 BROILING 6 Select LO Broil 450 F by pressing the INCREASE pad once Select HI Broil 550 F by pressing the INCREASE pad twice To change from HI Broil to LO Broil press the BROIL pad then press the DECREASE pad once 7 Turn food only once during cooking Time foods for first side according to the Broiling Guide Turn food then use times given for second side as a guide to preferred doneness Where two thicknesses and times are given together use first times given for thinnest food 8 When broiling is completed press the CLEAR OFF pad Serve food immediately and leave pan outside oven to cool during meal for easiest cleaning Q Do I need to grease my broiler rack to prevent meat from sticking A No The broiler rack is designed to reflect broiler heat thus keeping the surface cool enough to prevent meat from sticking to the surface However spraying the broiler rack lightly with a vegetable cooking spray before cooking will make clean up easier Q Why are my meats not turnin
57. ips on the following pages Keep this book handy where you can refer to it especially during the first weeks of using your new range 4 8 wie The oven burner and broil burner are lighted by electric ignition To light either burner press the pad for the desired function then press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until the desired temperature is displayed The burner should ignite within 30 90 seconds After the oven reaches the selected temperature the oven burner cycles off completely then on with a full flame to keep the oven temperature controlled 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 the front end upward and pull the shelf out To replace place the shelf on the shelf support with the stop locks curved extension of the shelf facing up and toward the rear of the oven Tilt up the front and push the shelf toward the back of the oven until it goes past stop on the oven wall Then lower the front of the shelf and push it all the way back
58. ithout the ring You could be seriously burned if the wok tipped over 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 Use of Stove Top Grills on models with sealed burners JUTHOQA agprma Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners If you use the stove top grill on the sealed gas burner it will cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards This can be hazardous to your health FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN CONTROL a a a ee CLOCK a ee CLEAN on ae 10 CLEAR OFF Press this pad to cancel all oven operations except clock and timer PROGRAM STATUS Words light up in the display to indicate what is in time display Programmed information can be displayed at any time by touching the pad of the operation you want to see For example you can display the current time of day while the timer is counting down by pressing the CLOCK pad TIME DISPLAY Shows the time of day the times set for th
59. l speed harmful bacteria growth suneg poun ibs For best baking results follow these suggestions Oven Shelf Arrange the oven shelf or shelves in the desired locations while the oven is cool The correct shelf position depends on the kind of food and the browning desired As a general rule place most foods in the middle of the oven on either the second or third shelf from the bottom See the chart for suggested shelf positions a AA CoE CAT Ti ASSN Z LE a Preheating Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it Preheat means bringing the oven up to the specified temperature before putting in the food To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature selecting a higher temperature does not shorten preheat time Baking Pans Use the proper baking pan The type of finish on the pan determines the amount of browning that will occur e Dark rough or dull pans absorb heat resulting in a browner crisper crust Use this type for pies e Shiny bright and smooth pans reflect heat resulting in a lighter more delicate browning Cakes and cookies require this type of pan eGlass baking dishes also absorb heat When baking in glass baking dishes lower the temperature by 25 F and use the recommended cooking time in the recipe This is not necessary when baking pies or casseroles 16 BAKING continued Type of Food Shelf Position Angel food cake A
60. n for 30 minutes Then place it back in the range making sure it is properly seated and level Burner Base on sealed burners only The burner base the part of the b fastened to the cooktop may be cleaned with a soft brush and a mild cleanser Clean all food residues from around spark electrode Do not use steel wool small bits of steel wool will short out the electrode Rinse well continued next page Zo UIAN SUIUvITY HIS IM SuNne IIdy ID pue wey sulues CARE AND CLEANING continued Burner Heads on sealed burners only The holes in the burners of your range and the spark electrodes must be Ke ie clean at all times for proper ignition UYR and an even unhampered flame You should clean the burner heads routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes Wipe off burner heads If heavy spillover occurs remove burner heads from range Remove the burner grate and burner cap Then lift the burner head straight up To get rid of burned on food soak the burner head upside down in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water Soak the burner head for 20 to 30 minutes If the food doesn t rinse off completely scrub it with soap and water and a soft brush or plastic scouring pad For more stubborn stains use a cleanser like Soft Scrub brand or Bon Ami brand Rinse well to remove any traces of the cleanser that might clog the burner openings Do not use steel wool b
61. n use when a power outage occurs the oven burner shuts off and cannot be re lit until power is restored continued next page 41 LATIO INSTRU continued 7 ajust BROIL AND OVEN BURNER AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS IF NECESSARY Air adjustment shutters for the top and bottom burners regulate the flow of air to the flames Air Adjustment Shutter The air adjustment shutter for the top broil burner is in the center of the rear wall of the oven Loosen Air Adjustment Shutter The shutter for the bottom oven burner is near the back wall behind the storage drawer or the kick panel depending on the model Remove the drawer or panel See Care and Cleaning section in this book To adjust the flow of air to either burner loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter toward open or closed position as needed The flames for the top broil burner should be steady with approximately 1 blue cones and should not extend out over the edges of the burner baffle To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly remove the oven bottom and the burner baffle see below Flames should have approximately 1 blue cones and if range is supplied with natural gas should burn with no yellow tipping With most LP gas small yellow tips at the end of outer cones are normal Flames should not lift off burner ports If lifting is observed gradually reduce air shutter opening until flames are sta
62. ng facilities as Read your Use and Care material described in the Installation Instructions If you then have any questions provided with the product about operating the product eRenlacement of house fuses or please contact your dealer or our resetting of circuit breakers Consumer Affairs office at the e Failure of the product if it is used address below or call toll free for other than its intended purpose GE Answer Center or used commercially 800 626 2000 consumer information service e Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE If you have an installation problem FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES contact your dealer or installer j You are responsible for providing e Improper installation 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 Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 This book is printed on recycled paper JGBP26GEN JGBP35GEP JGBP31GEP JGBP38GE mae JGBP34GEP Printed in Louisville KY
63. ng oil on the bottom of the grates CAUTION Drip pans cannot be self cleaned To get rid of burned on food place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag with 1 4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil Then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary Although they re durable the grates will gradually lose their shine regardless of the best care you can 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 absorb the heat Cooktop Surface To avoid damaging the porcelain enamel surface of the cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull clean up spills right away Foods with a lot of acid tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices etc or foods with high sugar content could cause a dull spot if allowed to set When the surface has cooled wash and rinse For other spills such as fat smatterings etc wash with soap and water once the surface has cooled Then rinse and polish with a dry cloth Do not store flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance continued next page A 28 CARE AND CLEANING continued Lift Off Oven Door The oven door is removable but it is heavy You may need help r
64. nstalled continued next page 45 HOW TO CONVERT THE RANGE FOR USE WITH LP GAS OR NATURAL GAS continued 5 To prevent leakage make sure the orifice spuds are securely screwed into the gas inlet tubes Use a small wrench to hold the inlet tube hex to prevent it from twisting 6 Put old orifice spuds back in the bag to save for possible future conversion Note If an orifice spud is accidentally dropped the cooktop can be raised by the 2 front clips with a large flat blatlea shvowdriver DO NOT attempt to raise the cooktop without removing all 4 burner bases If wires were disconnected to remove the cooktop feed wires through the burner holes in the cooktop Attach to each burner electrode terminal carefully making sure not to bend the terminal Then lower cooktop until it snaps over the clips Electrode Tall Screw 7 Carefully insert burner bases straight down with the tube over the orifice spud Replace the screws making sure the tall screw is opposite the burner electrode in each burner base 46 a CONVERTING SURFACE BURNERS ON MODELS EQUIPPED WITH DUAL BURNERS See Step 3 if range is equipped with sealed burners 1 Lift cooktop 2 Lift burner assemblies straight up and set aside to gain access to surface burner spuds Natural gas LP gas 3 With a 7mm red or silver or 5 16 wrench depending on the size of your spuds remove 8 each of the four 3 spuds
65. ny burner while another burner is on An electric shock may result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware Burner Caps on sealed burners only Lift off when cool Wash burner caps in hot soapy water and rinse with clean GD water If desired soak up to 30 minutes and scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove burned on food particles Dry them in a warm oven or with a cloth don t reassemble them wet The holes in the surface burners of your range must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and an even unhampered flame You should clean the surface burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes Wipe off surface burners If heavy spillover occurs remove the surface burners from range Burners lift out for cleaning Lift up the cooktop and then lift out the surface burners To remove burned on food soak the surface burner in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water Soak the surface burner for 20 to 30 minutes For more stubborn stains use a cleanser like Soft Scrub brand or Bon Ami brand Rinse well to remove any traces of the cleanser that might clog the surface burner openings Do not use steel wool because it will clog the surface burner openings and scratch the surface burners If the holes become clogged clean them with a toothpick Before putting the surface burner back shake out excess water and then dry it thoroughly by setting it in a warm ove
66. o cool for one hour Put oven back into operation If the failure code repeats disconnect all power to the range Call for service e Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet e The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped or a fuse has been blown e Oven controls not properly set e Door left in locked position after cleaning e Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live power outlet e Burner holes on the side or around the top of burner may be clogged Remove burners on models with dual burners or burner heads on models with sealed burners or burner caps on spill proof models and clean them with a toothpick Make sure you do not enlarge the holes On spill proof models check electrode area for burned on food or grease A Yellow flames Call for service C Soft blue flames Normal for natural gas B Yellow tips on outer cones Normal for LP gas s 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 e With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal If range is connected to LP gas check all steps in the Installation Instructions e Make sure thermostat capillary bulb located in upper portion of oven is in correct position not touching oven sides and not coated with anything e Aluminum foil being used improperly in oven e Incorrect cookware being used Check each cookin
67. o the burner tube as needed The flames for the top broil burner should bum steady with 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 and the burner baffle A Oven Bottom To remove the oven bottom 1 Remove the knurled screws holding down rear of oven bottom 2 Grasp the oven bottom at finger slots on each side 3 Lift the rear of the oven bottom enough to clear the lip of the range frame then pull out Burner Baffle Remove Screw on some models To remove the burner baffle on some models use a nut driver to remove the 1 4 hex head screw shown in the illustration above Do not remove any other screws Pull baffle straight out until it is free from the slot that holds it at rear of oven The flames should have 1 2 to 3 4 blue cone with no yellow tipping When the baffle is back in place the flames will resettle IO pue oie SUIULUI IJEN UBD nog syusuysn py Iou INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas 1 Open windows 2 Don t touch electrical switches 3 Extinguish any open flame 4 Immediately call your gas supplier FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance BE
68. on some models and Surface Burners 25 28 a 9 Fluorescent Surface Light 13 32 g 10 Oven Control Clock and Timer 10 11 2 Automatic Oven Timer turns oven on and off for you automatically 15 c Oven Thermostat 13 y Clock 10 11 e Timer lets you time any kitchen function even when the oven is in use 10 11 11 Oven Vents 5 13 32 z 12 Cooktop 27 32 E 13 Surface Light Switch 13 amp 14 Surface Burner Controls 8 ys 15 Oven Door Latch 14 15 18 use for Self Cleaning cycle only 20 22 24 16 Oven Shelves 12 16 18 easily removed or repositioned on shelf supports 29 17 Oven Shelf Supports 12 18 Oven Gasket 5 22 28 19 Air Vent in Oven Door top of oven door 4 13 32 20 Storage Drawer or Kick Panel depending on model 3 21 Broiler Pan and Rack 5 20 29 Electric Ignition Your surface burners are 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
69. oney Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this book It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself A WARNING eALL RANGES CAN TIP eINJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT eINSTALL THE ANTI TIP DEVICE PACKED WITH THE RANGE eSEE THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IF YOU NEED SERVICE To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book To obtain replacement parts contact GE Hotpoint Service Centers 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 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 Louisville KY 40225 WARNING 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 vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to
70. op and bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range under the kick panel storage drawer or broiler drawer depending on the model Do not use a wok on models with sealed burners if the wok has a round metal ring that 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 Foods for 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 frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added elf a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly e Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point e When using glass cookware make sure it is designed for top of range cooking e Use proper pan size Avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to properly contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers and large enough to cover burner grate This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous a
71. oven and therefore should be removed when the desired internal temperature has been reached To change oven temperature during roasting press the BAKE pad and then INCREASE or DECREASE pad to get new temperature Dual Shelf Cooking This allows more than one food to be cooked at the same time For example While roasting a 20 1b turkey on shelf R a second shelf may be added on position D so that scalloped potatoes can be cooked at the same time Calculate the total cooking time to enable both dishes to complete cooking at the same time Allow 15 20 minutes of additional cooking time for the potatoes Questions and Answers Q Do I need to preheat my oven each time I cook a Q Is it necessary to check for doneness with a roast or poultry meat thermometer A Checking the finished internal temperature at the A It is unnecessary to preheat your oven completion of cooking time is recommended Q When buying a roast are there any special tips Temperatures are shown in Roasting Guide For that would help me cook it more evenly roasts over 8 lbs check with thermometer at half A Yes Buy a roast as even in thickness as possible hour intervals after half the time has passed or buy rolled roasts Q Why is my roast crumbling when I try to Q Can I seal the sides of my foil tent when carve it roasting a turkey A Roasts are easier to slice if allowed to cool 10 to A Sealing the foil will steam the meat Leavin
72. ower Cord will be Disconnected Infrequently An adapter maybe used only on a 15 amp circuit Do not use an adapter on a 20 amp circuit Where local codes permit a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter available at most hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord TEMPORARY METHOD ADAPTER PLUGS NOT PERMITTED IN CANADA A ENSURE PROPER ALIGN LARGE PRONGS SLOTS GROUND AND FIRM CONNECTION BEFORE USE CAUTION Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal and not insulated and the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring The customer should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter always hold the adapter with one hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Should this happen DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established 40 Q Usage Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Frequently Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because disconnecting of the power cord places undue strain on
73. pened Some models have a switch on the lower control panel that allows you to turn the light on or off when the door is closed To Adjust Temperature 1 Press the BAKE pad 2 Select an oven temperature between 500 F and 550 F 3 Immediately before ON appears press and hold the BAKE pad for about 4 seconds The time display will change to the oven adjustment display 4 The oven thermostat can be adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Use the INCREASE or DECREASE pad to select the desired change in the red display 5 When you have made the adjustment press the CLEAR OFF pad to go back to the time of day display Use your oven as you would normally NOTE This adjustment will not affect Broil or Clean temperatures It will be retained in memory after a power failure 13 UIAC ANOX BUSA BAKING Your oven temperature is controlled very accurately using an oven control system We recommend that you operate the range for a number of weeks to become familiar with your new oven s performance If you think an adjustment is necessary see the Using Your Oven or Minor Adjustments section How to Set Your Range for Baking Do not lock the oven door with the door latch during baking This is used for self cleaning only To avoid possible burns place the shelves in the correct position before you turn the oven on S 1 Press the BAKE pad KE kk 2 Press the INCREASE or DECREASE
74. rawer on some models The storage drawer is a good place to store cookware and bakeware Do not store plastics and flammable material in the drawer Do not overload the storage drawer If the drawer is too heavy it may slip off the track when opened The storage drawer may be removed for cleaning under the range Clean the storage drawer with a damp cloth or sponge Never use harsh abrasives or scouring pads To remove storage drawer 1 Pull drawer straight out until it stops 2 Lift drawer until stops on drawer clear stops on range 3 Again pull drawer out until it hits second set of stops 4 Tilt front of drawer up and free of range To replace storage drawer 1 Set the stops on the back of the drawer over the stops in the range 2 Slide drawer evenly and straight back so that the rails in the range are engaged 3 Push drawer back until second stops on drawer hit stops in the range Tilt drawer up and over these 4 Slide drawer the rest of the way in UlUBITY DUL ITVN Removable Kick Panel on some models The kick panel may be removed for cleaning under the range To remove lift up bottom of panel slightly to To replace insert the two slots at bottom of panel disengage the panel from the tabs at the base onto the two tabs at base of range and push top of of the range Pull bottom of panel forward until panel forward to engage spring clips spring clips are released at top of panel
75. rly carefully tip the range forward The Anti Tip device should engage and prevent the range from tipping over If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason make sure the Anti Tip device is engaged when you push the range back against the wall continued next page suonpn nsu Arre WP1WOd wit IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued eLet the 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 the appliance Be careful when reaching for items stored in cabinets over the cooktop Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with flame or hot oven surfaces and may cause severe burns eFor your safety never use your appliance for warming or heating the room Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn off burner then smother flaming pan by covering pan completely with well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering with baking soda or if available a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Do not store flammable materials in an oven a range storage drawer or near a cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance e Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumul
76. roiler drawer or kick panel and locate the pressure regulator at rear of the range Remove Screws Access Cover On some models you may have to remove an access cover also For models equipped with dual burners remove the cooktop and locate the pressure regulator at right rear of range 2 Follow the directions iA or B that match your regulator type Note On some models the A Lever shown closed shut off valve may be in a s ROTATE OPENS J different location AN Gas Flow into Range If it is this regulator 1 Use a coin to remove the cap from the pressure regulator 2 Turn the cap over and hook it into the slots The type of gas to be used should now be visible on the top of the cap Note On some models the shut off valve may be in a different location Lever shown closed PULL OPEN io Do not remove this protective cap except for conversion Cap Assembly If it is this regulator 1 Unscrew the plastic protected hex nut cap from the regulator 2 Carefully pry the protective plastic cap off the threaded metal cap Gently pull the plastic washer off the threads on the other side of the metal cap 3 Push the plastic cap onto the end of the metal cap displaying the type of gas you are converting to Press the attached plastic washer onto the threads on the other side of the metal cap 4 Screw the hex nut cap back into the regulator Do not overtighten E
77. s around the range can withstand heat generated by the range up to 200 F eAvoid placing cabinets above the range To reduce the hazard caused by reaching over the open flames of operating burners install a ventilation hood over the range that projects forward at least 5 beyond the front of the cabinets e The ventilating hood must be constructed of sheet metal not less than 0 0122 thick Instill above the cooktop with a clearance of not less than 1 4 between the hood and the underside of the combustible material or metal cabinet The hood must beat least as wide as the appliance and centered over the appliance Clearance between the cooking surface and the ventilation hood surface MUST NEVER BET LESS THAN 24 INCHES elf cabinets are placed above the range allow a minimum clearance of 30 between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets elf a 30 clearance between cooking surface and overhead combustible material or metal cabinets cannot be maintained protect the underside of the cabinets above the cooktop with not less than 1 4 insulating millboard covered with sheet metal not less than 0 0122 thick eClearance between the cooking surface and protected cabinets MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES The vertical distance from the plane of the cooking surface to the bottom of adjacent overhead cabinets extending closer than 1 to the plane of the range sides must not be less than 18
78. s of cooking time press the INCREASE pad until 3 00 appears in the display 3 Press the STOP TIME pad STOP TIME 5 00 appears on the display and STOP TIME flashes The control automatically sets the Stop Time by adding the Cook Time to the time of day In this example the time of day is 2 00 and the Cook Time is 3 hours Adding 3 hours to the time of day equals 5 00 4 Change the Stop Time from 5 00 to 7 00 by pressing the INCREASE pad until 7 00 appears in the display suyeg 5 Press the BAKE pad BAKE 6 Press the INCREASE pad The last oven set temperature appears in the display Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad until 325 is displayed At 4 00 the oven will turn on automatically The word ON and the changing temperature starting at 100 F will be displayed When the oven reaches the temperature you set a tone will sound The oven will continue to cook for the programmed 3 hours and shut off automatically at 7 00 7 Remove food from the oven Remember even though oven shuts off automatically foods continue cooking after controls are off NOTE When setting your oven for a Delay Start never let foods that spoil easily such as milk eggs fish stuffings poultry and pork sit out for more than one hour before or after cooking Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb wil
79. s showing press the Press TIMER pad until the word After a power outage when power a INCREASE or DECREASE pad TIMER quits flashing on the is restored the display will flash i until desired time is reached display about 4 seconds and time shown will no longer be A d the TIMER pad first then follow 5 minute power interruption the instructions above to set the timer clock will be 5 minutes slow e The display flashes until the clock is reset All other functions that oa were in operation when the power A went out will have to be a programmed again x an po fe End of Cycle Tones Display Messages Toe The end of cycle tone is a series of three beeps If DOOr appears on the display the door latch js followed by one beep every six seconds If you would handle is not moved all the way to the right Move the i like to remove the signal that beeps every six seconds latch handle and cleaning will start If LOCK 3 press and hold the CLEAR OFF pad for 10 seconds appears on the display the oven door is in the locked So To return the signal that beeps every six seconds position BAKE BROIL and COOK TIME cannot be press and hold the CLEAR OFF pad for 10 seconds set if the door is in the locked position I Before Using Your Oven USING YOUR OVEN Be sure you understand how to set the controls properly Practice removing and replacing the shelves while the oven is cool Read the information and t
80. s the CLEAN pad 4 Press the INCREASE or CLEAN DECREASE pad until desired Clean Time is displayed n di eClean top sides and outside front of oven door with soap and water Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners eDo not rub or clean the door gasket B 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 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 Step 4 Close and latch the door Make sure the oven light C is off 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 Caution Drip pans should never be cleaned in the self cleaning oven 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 temperatures may damage the porcelain finish of the oven Important The oven door must be closed and latched and all controls must be set correctly for the clean cycle to work properly Clean Time is normally 4 hours You can change the Clean Time to anywhere between 2 and 4 hours depending on how dirty the oven is The
81. self clean cycle will automatically begin within a few seconds after the word CLEAN is displayed and the word ON appears on the display When the oven heats to a high temperature the word LOCK will be displayed and a short time later the door latch handle will be locked in position It will not be possible to open the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperature 5 When the LOCK light is off slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and open the door After a Clean Cycle When the clean cycle is finished the word CLEAN will go out in the display and the oven will begin to cool When the oven temperature has fallen below the locking temperature the word LOCK goes out and the door can be opened How to Delay Start of Cleaning Delay Start is setting the oven timer to start the clean cycle automatically at a later time than the present time of day NOTE Before beginning make sure the oven clock shows the correct time of day Quick Reminder Delay Start for Self Clean 1 Prepare the oven for cleaning 2 Close and latch the oven door 3 Press the CLEAN pad 4 Press the INCREASE pad If you wish to change preset clean time of 4 hours press the INCREASE DECREASE pad until desired time appears 5 Press the STOP TIME pad Time that appears is 4 hours later than the time of day Press the INCREASE pad until the Stop Time you desire appears in the display
82. so use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately When surface is cool clean and rinse e Do not use oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door Oven Shelves Shelves can be cleaned by hand using soap and water or with an abrasive cleanser After cleaning rinse the shelves with clean water and dry To remove heavy burned on soil you may use scouring pads After scrubbing wash with soapy water rinse and dry Shelves may also be cleaned in self cleaning oven but will discolor and lose some luster See the Self Cleaning section Oven Bottom The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish To make cleaning easier protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers by placing a cookie sheet on the shelf below the shelf you are cooking on You can use aluminum foil if you do not cover the whole shelf This is particularly important when baking a fruit pie or other foods with a high acid content Hot fruit fillings or other foods that are highly acidic such as milk tomatoes or sauerkraut and sauces with vinegar or lemon juice may cause pitting and damage to the porcelain enamel surface and should be wiped up immediately Take care not to touch hot portion of oven ID pue 31e If a spillover does occur on
83. the Clean Time is 4 hours Adding 4 hours to the time of day equals 11 00 7 Change the Stop Time from 11 00 to 1 00 by pressing the INCREASE pad until 1 00 appears in the display The words DELAY CLEAN will also appear in the display STOR TIME The self clean cycle will automatically begin at 9 00 and finish at 1 00 The word ON will appear on the display at 9 00 When the oven locks the word LOCK will be displayed and a short time later the door latch handle will be locked in position It will not be possible to open the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperature When the clean cycle is finished the word CLEAN will go out in the display and the oven will begin to cool When the oven temperature has fallen below the locking temperature the word LOCK goes out and the door can be opened 8 When the LOCK light is off slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and open the door Never force the latch handle Wait until the word LOCK goes out in the display Forcing the latch handle may damage the door lock continued next page 23 JPS 34 Suyessdg UdAC ZSUULIJN OPERATING THE SELF CLEANING OVEN continued Questions and Answers Q If my oven clock is not set to the correct time of day can I still self clean my oven A If the clock is not set to the correct time of day you will not be able to set a delay clean
84. to end at a specific time 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 afterwards the residue can scar the oven surface and damage metal parts the next time the oven is automatically cleaned Q What should I do if excessive smoking occurs during cleaning A This is caused by excessive soil Press the CLEAR OFF pad Open windows to rid room of smoke Wait until the oven has cooled and the word LOCK is off in the display Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle Q Is the crackling sound 1 hear during cleaning normal A Yes This is the sound of the metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions Q Should there be any odor during the cleaning A Yes there maybe a slight odor during the first few cleanings Failure to wipe out 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
85. umn on natural gas or 1f designed for LP gas propane or butane 10 of water column Make sure you are supplying your range with the type of gas for which it is designed This range is convertible for use on natural or propane gas if you decide to use this range on a different type of gas conversion adjustments must be made by a service technician or other qualified person before attempting to operate the range on that gas For proper operation the pressure of natural gas supplied to the regulator must be between 4 and 13 of water column For LP gas the pressure supplied must be between 10 and 13 of water column When checking for proper operation of the regulator the inlet pressure must beat least 1 greater than the operating manifold pressure as given above The pressure regulator located at the inlet of the range manifold must remain in the supply line regardless of whether natural or LP gas is being used A flexible metal appliance connector used to connect the range to the gas supply line should have an I D of 1 2 and be 5 feet in length for ease of installation In Canada flexible connectors must be single wall metal connectors no longer than 6 feet in length Q CONME I THE RANGE TO GAS Shut off the main gas supply valve before disconnecting the old range and leave it off until new hook up has been completed Don t forget to relight the pilot on other gas appliances when you turn the gas back on
86. use a cleanser like Soft Scrub brand or Bon Ami brand Rinse well to remove any traces of the cleanser that might clog the surface burner openings Do not use steel wool because it will clog the surface burner openings and scratch the surface burners If the holes become clogged clean them with a toothpick Before putting the surface burner back shake out excess water and then dry it thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven for 30 minutes Then place it back in the range making sure it is properly seated and level Drip Pans on some models Remove the grates and lift out the drip pans Drip pans can be cleaned in dishwasher or by hand Place them in a covered container or plastic bag with 1 4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil Then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary To get rid of burned on food place the drip pans in a covered container or plastic bag with 1 4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil Then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary Burner Grates Lift out when cool Grates should be washed regularly and of course after spillovers Wash them in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water After cleaning dry them thoroughly by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes Don t put the grates back on the range while they are wet When replacing the grates be sure they re positioned securely over the burners To prevent rusting on cast iron grates apply a light coating of cooki
87. w you the location of the range gas cut off valve and how to shut it off if necessary Have your range instilled 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 Electrical Code In Canada the appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this guide All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Be sure amp packing mate 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 typ
88. ws heat to escape and makes baking times longer Your baking results may also be affected K ZUNEA Do not lock the oven door with the door latch during roasting This is used for self cleaning only Roasting is cooking by dry heat Tender meat or poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven Roasting temperatures which should be low and steady keep spattering to a minimum The oven has a special low shelf R position just above the oven bottom Use it when extra cooking space is needed for example when roasting a large turkey The shelf is not designed to slide out at this position Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats Therefore oven controls are set for BAKE or Timed Bake You may hear a slight clicking sound indicating the oven is working properly Roasting is easy just follow these steps 1 Place the shelf in A or B position for small size roasts 3 to 5 Ibs and R position for larger roasts No preheating is necessary 2 Check the weight of the meat Place the 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 Line broiler pan with aluminum foil when using pan for marinating cooking with fruits cooking heavily cured meats or basting food during cooking Avoid spilling these materials inside the oven or ins

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