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GE JGBC17 User's Manual

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2. 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 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 If food has burned on sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth Soaking the pan will remove burned on foods The broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a dishwasher Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range CAUTION Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a Self cleaning oven Oven Shelves Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel wool After cleaning rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth Lift Up Cooktop on models with standard twin 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 Oven Air Vents Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for th
3. on some models Surface burner On models with standard twin 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 Clean these holes thoroughly on each burner Drip Pans on some models Remove the grates and lift out the drip pans Drip pans can be cleaned in a dishwasher or by hand To get rid of burned on food 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 BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF YOUR RANGE 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 the 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
4. e Keep the oven free from grease buildup A e Place the oven shelves in the desired position while the oven is cool e Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven The hot air and steam that escapes can cause burns to hands face and eyes Pulling out the shelf to the shelf stop is a convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls The lowest position R is not designed to slide Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Do not use aluminum foil anywhere in the oven except as described in this guide Misuse could result in a fire hazard or damage to the range e Never use aluminum foil to line the oven bottom Improper use of foil could start a fire e When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturer s directions e Use only glass cookware that is recommended for use in gas ovens e Always remove the broiler pan from range 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 the broiler pan is in place correctly to reduce the possibility of grease fires e If you should have a grease fire in the broil
5. 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 2 CONNECT 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 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 N ever 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 use pipe joint compound or wrap Teflon pipe thread tape 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 wall 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 Standard Twin Burners This area allows Shortest for flush range
6. 7 Slash fat Medium 2 to 2 Ibs C 10 12 Well Done B 25 Chicken 1 whole A 30 35 15 Brush each side with melted butter 2 to 2 lbs Broil with skin side down first split lengthwise Bone in 4 bone in breasts A 25 30 10 15 Bakery Products Bread Toast or 2 to 4 slices C 2 3 1 2 1 Space evenly Place English muffins Toaster Pastries 1 pkg 2 cut side up and brush with butter English Muffins 2 split C 3 5 if desired Lobster Tails 2 to 4 A 13 16 Do not Cut through back of shell spread 6 to 8 oz each turn over open Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time Fish 1 Ib fillets C 5 Handle and turn very carefully Brush 1 4 to 1 2 inch thick with lemon butter before and during cooking if desired Preheat broiler to increase browning Ham Slices 1 inch thick B Precooked 1 2 inch thick B Pork Chops 2 1 2 inch B 10 Slash fat Well Done 2 1 inch thick B 13 about 1 Ib Lamb Chops Medium 2 1 inch B 8 4 7 Slash fat Well Done about 10 to 12 oz B 10 10 Medium 2 1 inches B 10 4 6 Well Done about 1 Ib B 17 12 14 Wieners 1 Ib pkg 10 C 6 1 2 If desired split sausages in half similar precooked sausages bratwurst 20 lengthwise cut into 5 to 6 inch pieces 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
7. 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 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 installation must conform with the M anufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for M obile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 or when such standard is not applicable the Standard for M anufactured Home Installations latest edition M anufactured 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 4 SEAL THE OPENINGS Seal any openings in the wall behind the range and in the floor under the range when hookups are completed 5 LIGHT THE PILOTS For Models Equipped with Standing Pilots If the range is an electric ignition model the burners are ignited by electric ignition which eliminates the need for standi
8. LEFT IN THE OFF POSITION MAKE SURE THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR TO THE RANGE IS UNOBSTRUCTED CONVERTING TO LP GAS or converting back to natural gas from LP This range leaves the factor y set for use with natural gas If you want to convert to LP gas the conversion must be performed by a qualified LP gas installer The conversion instructions sticker and LP orifices can be found attached to the range next to the pressure regulator There is a second set of Instructions included in the envelope containing the product wiring diagrams on the back of the range Keep these instructions and the orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas 39 40 NOTES NOTES 41 42 NOTES QUESTIONS BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE TOP BURNERS DO NOT e Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live power outlet LIGHT OR DO NOT e Burner holes on the side or around the top of burner may be clogged Remove burners on models with standard twin burners or burner heads on models with sealed burners or burner caps on spill proof models and clean them with a sewing needle or twist tie Make sure you do not enlarge the holes On spill proof models check electrode area for burned on food or grease BURN EVENLY e Make sure the drip pans on some models are installed correctly e Pilot s is are not lit on standing pilot models See the Lighting Instructions for Standi
9. ON MODELS WITH A STORAGE DRAWER IF NECESSARY See Step 9 if your range Is equipped with a broiler drawer 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 Air adjustment shutter a N 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 the Care and Cleaning section in this guide 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 cL GR N AA To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly remove the oven bottom 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 stabilized a Oven bottom a To remove the oven bottom 1 Remove the knurled screws holding down rear of the oven bottom 2 Grasp the oven bot
10. THE POWER CORD continued next page 33 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS continued A Usage Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Infrequenty An adapter may be 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 Align large lt Q prongs slots EA r A nure proper 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 34 Usage Situations where
11. affected 15 ADJUST THE OVEN THERMOSTAT DO IT YOURSELF You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced We recommend that you use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it following the times given in your recipes as a guide If you think your new oven is too hot or too cold you can adjust the thermostat yourself If you think it is too hot adjust the thermostat to make it cooler If you think it is too cool adjust the thermostat to make it hotter We do not recommend the use of thermometers such as those found in grocery stores to check the temperature setting of your new oven These thermometers may vary 20 40 degrees 16 To Adjust the Thermostat Ai S AND RONE Ose aw AND noone appearance may vary Pull the OVEN CONTROL knob off the range and look at the back side To make adjustment loosen approximately one turn but do not completely remove the two screws on the back of the knob With the back of the knob facing you hold the outer edge of the knob with one hand and turn the front of the knob with the other hand To raise the oven temperature move the top screw toward the right You ll hear a click for each notch you move the knob To lower the temperature move the top screw toward the left Each click will change the oven temperature approximately 10 F Range is plus or minus 60 F from the arrow We suggest
12. be easily grasped and remain cool e When using glass cookware make sure it is designed for top of range cooking e Keep all plastics away from the top burners Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent Vent appearance and location vary Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers which may cause them to burst e To 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 When flaming foods are under the hood turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flames If range is located near a window do not hang long curtains that could blow over the top burners and create a fire hazard e When a pilot goes out on standing pilot models you will detect a faint odor of gas as your signal to relight the pilot When relighting the pilot make sure burner controls are in the off position and follow instructions in this book to relight If you smell gas and you have already made sure pilots are lit on standing pilot models 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 the oven for a storage area Items stored in the oven can ignite
13. broiling e Always use the broiler pan and grid that comes with your range It is designed to minimize smoking and spattering by trapping juices in the shielded lower part of the pan e For steaks and chops slash fat evenly around the outside edges of the meat To slash cut crosswise through the outer fat surface just to the edge of the meat Use tongs to turn the meat over to prevent piercing the meat and losing juices BROILING GUIDE e If desired marinate meats or chicken before broiling Or brush with barbecue sauce last 5 to 10 minutes only e When arranging the food on the pan do not let fatty edges hang over the sides because dripping fat could soil the oven e The broiler compartment does not need to be preheated However for very thin foods or to increase browning preheat if desired e Frozen steaks can be broiled by positioning the shelf at the next lowest shelf position and increasing the cooking time given in this guide 1 times per side Quantity and or Shelf Ist Side 2nd Side Food Thickness Position Minutes Minutes Comments Bacon 1 2 lb 4 3 Arrange in single layer about 8 thin slices Ground Beef 1 Ib 4 patties 10 11 4 5 Space evenly Up to 8 patties take Well Done 1 2 to 3 4 inch thick about same time Beef Steaks Rare 1 inch thick C 9 7 Steaks less than 1 inch thick will Medium 1 to 17 Ibs C 12 5 6 cook through before browning Well Done B 13 8 9 Rare 14 inch thick C 10 6
14. can be baked on several shelves at the same time but browning may be uneven because of reduced air circulation Do not use a cookie sheet so large that it touches the walls or the door of the oven 14 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 Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven Allow 1 to 12 inch space between pans as well as from the back of the oven the door and the sides If you need to use two shelves stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other Aluminum Foil Never entirely cover a Shelf with aluminum foil oe LEIS This will disturb the eNO heat circulation and IN result 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 FTA 1 i a k Ye Do not put aluminum foil on the oven bottom Pies For best results bake pies in dark rough or dull pans to produce a browner crisper crust Stagger the pies for most even browning Frozen pies in foil pans Cakes For best browning when baking several 8 or 9 cakes stagger them SO One pan is not directly above another Warped
15. directions given on package label Oven Approximate Roasting Time Internal Type Temperature Doneness_ in Minutes per Pound Temperature F Meat Tender cuts rib high quality Rare sirloin tip rump or top round Medium Well Done Lamb leg or bone in shoulder Rare Medium Well Done Veal shoulder leg or loin Well Done Pork loin rib or shoulder Well Done Ham precooked To Warm Poultry Chicken or Duck Well Done Chicken pieces Turkey Well Done Well Done 3 to 5 Ibs 6 to 8 Ibs 24 35 18 25 140 150 35 39 25 31 150 160 39 45 31 33 170 185 21 25 20 23 140 150 25 30 24 28 150 160 30 35 28 33 170 185 35 45 30 40 170 180 35 45 30 40 170 180 18 23 minutes per pound any weight 115 125 3 to 5 Ibs Over 5 lbs 35 40 30 35 185 190 35 40 185 190 10 to 15 Ibs Over 15 Ibs In thigh 16 22 12 19 185 190 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 18 BROILING Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the food Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled Follow these directions to keep spattering and smoking to a
16. it from its tracks 2 Locate the pilot at the back of the broiler compartment The pilot is attached to the left side of the oven burner 3 Light the pilot with a match No adjustments are required for natural gas If range is connected to LP gas contact the person who Installed your range or made the conversion continued next page 35 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 15 LIGHT THE PILOTS continued Stand by pilot flame Heater pilot flame 4 Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to a setting above 200 F The pilot flame will increase in size and impinge on the temperature response element The oven burner will light in 30 90 seconds The oven burner will operate 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 OVEN CONTROL knob 6 CHECK IGNITION OF SURFACE BURNERS Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after the pilots have been lighted on some models and range and gas Supply lines have been carefully checked for leaks Standing Pilot Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to HI position The burner Should light within a few seconds Try each burner in succession until all burners have been checked Electric Ignition Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to LITE position You will hear a Snapping sound indicati
17. minimum Your range has a compartment below the oven for broiling A specially designed broiler pan and grid allow dripping fat to drain away from the food and keep it away from the high heat of the gas flame 1 You can change the distance of the food from the heat source by positioning the broiler pan and grid on one of three shelf positions in the broiler compartment A bottom of broiler compartment B middle and C top 2 Preheating the broiler or oven is not necessary and can produce poor results 3 If meat has fat or gristle around the edge cut vertical slashes through both about 2 apart If desired the fat may be trimmed leaving a layer about 1 8 thick Use of Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan and broiler grid However you must mold the foil tightly to the grid and cut slits in it just like the grid 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 and Answers Q When broiling is it necessary to always use a grid in the pan A Yes Using the grid suspends the meat over the pan As the meat cooks the juices fall into the pan thus keeping meat drier Juices are protected by the grid and stay cooler thus preventing excessive spatter and smoking Q Should I salt the meat before broiling A No Sa
18. or bent pans will should be placed on cause uneven an aluminum cookie baking results and sheet for baking poorly shaped since the shiny foil pan reflects heat away products A cake baked in a pan larger than the from the pie crust the cookie sheet helps retain it 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 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 sulyeg e Glass baking dishes also absorb heat When baking in glass baking dishes the temperature may need to be reduced by 25 F e If you are using dark non stick pans you may find that you need to reduce the oven temperature 25 F to prevent over browning 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 DO NOT open the door to check until the minimum time Opening the oven door frequently during cooking allows heat to escape and makes baking times longer Your baking results may also be
19. or the gas supplier e Never reuse old flexible connectors The use of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal injury Always use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance CAUTION Do not attempt to operate the oven of this range during a power failure electric ignition models only 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 Min Max depth with door closed includes door handle 217 s 28 2 0 3 See Product Height chart below Depth with door open 46 glass door 46 porcelain door Depth varies depending on model Product Height See specifications sheet for your model 36 JGSS05 RGB501 40 JGBS03 RGB508 4512 JGBS04 LGB116 RGB524 JGBS07 LGB126 RGB525 46 2 JGBC17 JGBS20 LGB146 RGB526 RGB532 JGBC20 JGBS21 LGB156 RGB528 RGB533 JGBS15 JGBS22 RGB530 RGB535 JGBS17 JGBS23 RGB628 Maximum depth for cabinets above countertops 30 1 To wall on either Minimum Seth side standard burner models 2 To wall on either side sealed burner models e 13 Front edge To cabinets of range below side panel cooktop and at range back IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation of this range must conform with local codes or in th
20. 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 For 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 the controls off Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Use a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or if available by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flame in the oven can be smothered completely by closing the oven door and turning the oven off or by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Do not store flammable materials in an oven a range broiler or 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 Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate 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 a
21. the range knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the range 2 Install male 1 2 flare union adapter to the 1 2 NPT internal thread elbow at inlet of regulator On models equipped with standard twin 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
22. 5 ON N Feo XL44 Gas Range Before You Call For Service 43 44 Thermostat Adjustment Do t VOUTS CIT srvacosincicuancastertvetesetcsssertnaaes 16 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Preparation 0 28 44 Air ACJUSTMENT cc cceeceeseeesreeenees 37 38 Flame SiZ iieeeceecenn 10 35 38 Flooring Under the Range 06 30 Installation Instructions 06 28 39 Leveling cccccececssccsseecsseesseeesseeesseeeseeeseeens 38 EP eoeree uae ed ee dhesnion E 39 Consumer Services 47 Appliance Registration cce 2 45 Important Phone Numberts 005 47 Model and Serial Number Location 2 Warran ty cnisssicivnennneraianaagsvedenniesnievie Back Cover Standard Clean Models JGBS03 JGBS15 JGBS21 JGSS05 LGB146 RGB508 RGB526 RGB532 Continuous Clean Models JGBC17 JGBS04 JGBS17 JGBS22 LGB116 LGB156 RGB524 RGB528 RGB533 JGBC20 JGBSO7 JGBS20 JGBS23 LGB126 RGB501 RGB525 RGB530 RGB535 RGB628 HELP US HELP YOU Read this guide 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 call GE Answer Center 00 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week Write down the model and serial numbers Depending o
23. EPARATION e Remove all tape and packaging Lift up the cooktop on models with standard twin burners and remove any packing material under it M ake sure the standard twin burners are properly seated and level e Take the accessory pack out of the oven e Check to be sure that no range parts have come loose during shipping 1 PROVIDE ADEQUATE GAS SUPPLY Your range is designed to operate at a pressure of 4 of water column on natural gas or if designed for LP gas propane or butane 10 of water column M ake 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 LP gas conversion must be made by a qualified LP installer 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 be at 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
24. OPERLY FOOD DOES NOT BROIL PROPERLY RAINBOW EFFECT IN THE OVEN WINDOW on some models STRONG ODOR POSSIBLE CAUSE e Range electrical plug must be securely seated in a live power outlet Check for blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker e Bulb may be loose or burned out e Electrical plug must be plugged into a live power outlet e Plug on the range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet e Pilot s is are not lit on standing pilot models See the Lighting Instructions for Standing Pilot Models in Using Your Oven e The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped or a fuse has been blown e Oven controls not properly set e The OVEN CONTROL knob needs adjustment See the Adjust the Oven Thermostat Do It Yourself section e Oven controls not properly set See the Baking or Roasting section e Shelf position is not correct e Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used e Oven thermostat needs adjustment See the Adjust the Oven Thermostat Do It Yourself section e Aluminum foil used improperly in the oven e Oven bottom not securely seated in position e Oven controls not properly set See the Broiling section e Oven door and or broiler drawer not closed e Improper shelf position being used See the Broiling section e Food is being cooked on a hot pan e Cookware is not suited for broiling e Aluminum foil used on the broiler pan grid has not been fitted properly and
25. Oven 1 Let range parts cool before handling We recommend rubber gloves be worn when cleaning 2 Remove shelves and cookware 3 Soil visibility may be reduced by operating the oven at 400 F Close the door and turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to 400 F Time for at least four hours Repeated cycles may be necessary before improvement in appearance is apparent Remember During the operation of the oven the door and other range surfaces will get hot enough to cause burns Do not touch Let the range cool before replacing the oven shelves 4 If a spillover or heavy soiling occurs on the porous surface as soon as the oven has cooled remove as much of the soil as possible using a small amount of water and a stiff bristle nylon brush Use water sparingly and change it frequently keeping it as clean as possible and be sure to blot it up with paper towels cloths or sponges Do not rub or scrub with paper towels cloths or sponges since they will leave unsightly lint on the oven finish If water leaves a white ring on the finish as it dries apply water again and blot it with a clean sponge starting at the edge of the ring and working toward the center The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish The oven bottom comes out for cleaning away from the Continuous Cleaning Oven The inside of the oven door has a porcelain enamel finish The oven door lifts off for cleaning away from the Continuous Cleaning Oven For instructions on h
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28. ached ROASTING continued Questions and Answers Q Is it necessary to check for doneness with a meat thermometer A Checking the finished internal temperature at the completion of cooking time is recommended Temperatures are shown in Roasting Guide For roasts over 8 lbs check with thermometer at half hour intervals after half the time has passed Q Why is my roast crumbling when I try to carve it A Roasts are easier to slice if allowed to cool 10 to 20 minutes after removing from oven Be sure to cut across the grain of the meat Q Do I need to preheat my oven each time I cook a roast or poultry A It is not necessary to preheat your oven Q When buying a roast are there any special tips that would help me cook it more evenly A Yes Buy a roast as even in thickness as possible or buy rolled roasts Can I seal the sides of my foil tent when roasting a turkey gt Sealing the foil will steam the meat Leaving it unsealed allows the air to circulate and brown the meat ROASTING GUIDE Frozen Roasts Frozen roasts of beef pork lamb etc can be started without thawing but allow 15 to 25 minutes per pound additional time 15 minutes per pound for roasts under 5 pounds more time for larger roasts Make sure poultry is thawed before roasting Unthawed poultry often does not cook evenly Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked successfully without thawing Follow
29. ce has cooled Then rinse and polish with a dry cloth Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the area over the pilot will be hot on models with standing pilots 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 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 Let sit overnight or approximately 12 hours then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary Rinse grates thoroughly and dry completely before replacing them on the range top 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 You will notice this sooner with lighter color grates 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 CAUTION Do not clean the grates in a dishwasher or in a self cleaning oven 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 This is particularly important when baking a fruit pie or other foods w
30. ce the storage drawer 1 Set the stops on the back of the drawer over the stops in the range 2 Slide the drawer evenly and straight back so that the rails in the range are engaged To replace insert the two slots at the bottom of the panel onto the two tabs at the base of the range and push the top of the panel forward to engage the spring clips nae E N NY Le YL J 25 O o z SsuIUvO CARE AND CLEANING continued Lift Off Oven Door The oven door is removable but it is heavy You may need help removing 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 hinge and the oven door L frame as the hinge could snap back and pinch fingers To replace the door make sure the hinges are in the special stop 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 If hinges snap back against the oven frame pull them back out TO CLEAN THE DOOR Do not immerse door in water Inside of door e Allow to cool before cleaning For light soil wipe frequently with mild soap and water especially after cooking meat This will prolong the time between major cl
31. cleaning make sure the slot in the burner head is positioned over the electrode Replace the burner heads and caps Make sure that the heads and caps are replaced in the correct location There is one small 2 medium and one large head and cap NOTE On some models the burner heads and caps are all the same size and can be used in any of the 4 needed locations nem GH small Front of Range NOTE On some models the caps are all the same size and can be used in any of the 4 needed locations Burner Grates Lift out when cool Grates should be washed regularly and of course after spillovers Wash gt 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 cooking oil on the bottom of the grates 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 spatterings etc wash with soap and water once the surfa
32. 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 sewing needle or twist tie 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 Check the flame pattern of each burner If the flames are jumpy not steady clean the holes again with a sewing needle or twist tie When replacing the drip pans make sure they are in the correct position CAUTION Do not clean the drip pans in a self cleaning oven continued next page 21 z gr fa p CD I pue aie SsuUIUvd CARE AND CLEANING continued Sealed Burner Assemblies on some models 1 S gt Grate T Burner cap Drip pan on some models Burner head Turn all controls OFF before removing the 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 1s exposed when the Electrode burner head is removed When one burner is turned to LITE all the burners spark Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is o
33. connection installation with from hard pipe through the wall stub location to connection of pipe range hookup 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 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS continued Flexible Connector and Rigid Pipe Hookups for Models Equipped with Standard Twin B Flexible Connector Hookup for Models SASAS EUP eee Equipped with Sealed Burners Flexible Rigid Pipe Connector Pressure regulator j Adapter GT Y F L 7 Flex lt connector Gas Flow into Range 3 6 ft max F lex Connector 6 ft max Manifold pipe Adapter I lt shut off l valve 90 Elbow 3 gt provided Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas Installer Inform the shut off valve consumer of the location a 1 2 3 4 _p d of the gas shut off valve Gas pipe Rigid Pipe Hookup for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners Pressure regulator oo Eboy NIE Nipple Union Black iron pipe Gas Flow into Range Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas 1 2 or 3 4 shut off valve Gas pipe 32 1 Install a manual gas line shut off valve in the gas line in an easily accessed location outside of the range M ake sure everyone operating
34. covering This will allow the range to be moved for cleaning or servicing Also make sure your floor covering will withstand 180 F See the Important Safety Instructions section of the Installation Instructions KITCHEN CABINETS M ake sure the wall coverings around your range can withstand the heat generated up to 200 F by the range See the Important Safety Instructions section of the Installation Instructions 30 MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION Depending on your range you ll find the model and serial numbers on a label on the front frame of the range behind the storage drawer kick panel or broiler drawer TOOLS YOU WILL NEED e Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers e Pencil and ruler e Two pipe wrenches one for backup e 1 open end or adjustable wrench e Nut drivers or wrenches 3 16 and 1 4 ADDITIONAL MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED e Gas 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 D A 5 foot length is recommended for ease of installation but other lengths are acceptable N ever use an old connector when installing a new range e Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line 3 4 or 1 2 NPT x 1 2 D e Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator on range 1 2 NPT x 1 2 D Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont PR
35. d other connecting facilities as described in the Installation Instructions provided with the product e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially e Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states provinces 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 province to province To know what your legal rights are in your state province consult your local or state provincial consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor tIn the United States General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 Warrantor In Canada Camco Inc If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Customer Relations Camco Inc 1 Factory Lane Suite 310 Moncton N B E1C 9M3 Part No 183D5580P044 Pub No 49 8854 11 97 CG 48 JGBC17 JGBS17 JGBC20 JGBS20 JGBS03 JGBS21 JGBS04 JGBS22 JGBS07 JGBS23 JGBS15 JGSS05 LGB116 RGB501 RGB530 LGB126 RGB508 RGB532 LGB146 RGB524 RGB533 LGB156 RGB525 RGB535 RGB526
36. e absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 latest edition In Canada installation must conform with the current Natural Gas Installation 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 Z21 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 guide Read them carefully e Have your range Installed by a qualified installer 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 e Before 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 c
37. e 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 Removable Storage Drawer 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 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 Removable Kick Panel on some models The kick panel may be removed for cleaning under the range To remove lift up the bottom of the panel slightly to disengage the panel from the tabs at the base of the range Pull the bottom of the panel forward until the spring clips are released at the top of the panel ZAHA Clean under the cooktop with hot soapy water and a clean cloth If you removed your surface burners while cleaning make sure they are properly seated when replacing them After cleaning lower the cooktop be careful not to pinch your fingers Lower cooktop gently to avoid blowing out pilot flames on standing pilot models Vent appearance and location vary To remove the storage drawer 1 Pull the drawer straight out until it stops 2 Tilt the front of the drawer up and free of the range To repla
38. eanings Rinse thoroughly NOTE Soap left on the oven door causes additional stains when the oven is reheated e For heavy soil you can use an oven cleaner to avoid damage to continuous clean oven surfaces remove the door of these models before spraying and follow label instructions Rinse well See Cautions about using spray on oven cleaners below Outside of door e Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door Rinse well You may also use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door e 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 such as steel wool pads on the outside of the door Porcelain Oven Interior on all models except Continuous Cleaning models With proper care the porcelain enamel interior will retain its attractive finish for many years Soap and water will normally do the job Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleanser Soap filled steel wool pads may also be used Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content such as tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices or pie filling to remain on the surface They may cause dull spots even after cleaning Household ammonia may make the cleaning job easi
39. ectly 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 bump on the shelf support Place the cookware on the shelf then slide the shelf back into the oven This will eliminate reaching into the hot oven Shelf Positions The oven has five shelf supports for 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 in the Baking Broiling and Roasting sections Oven Vents The oven is vented through duct openings at the rear of the cooktop See the 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 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 12 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
40. ed in the oven can ignite e Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range continued next page 29 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued GENERAL e See 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 e The range may be placed with 0 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 M ake 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
41. ent shutter is behind this shield To adjust the flow of air to the burner loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter to allow more or less air into the burner tube 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 shelves 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 m INSTALLING THE ANTI TIP DEVICE WARNING e Range MUST be secured with an approved Anti T ip device e 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 T ip device verify that itis in place by carefully attempting to tilt the range for ward e This range has been designed to meet all recognized industry tip standards for all normal conditions e The use of this device does not p
42. er Place 1 2 cup ammonia in a shallow glass pan and leave in a cold oven overnight The ammonia fumes will help loosen the burned on grease and food When necessary you may use a commercial oven cleaner Follow the package directions 26 Cautions about using spray on oven cleaners e Be careful where the oven cleaner is sprayed e Do not spray oven cleaner on the electrical controls and switches on some models because it could cause a short circuit and result in sparking or fire e Do not allow a film from the cleaner to remain on the temperature sensing bulb it could cause the oven to heat improperly The bulb is located at the rear of the oven Carefully wipe the bulb clean after each oven cleaning being careful not to move the bulb as a change in its position could affect how the oven bakes e Do not spray any oven cleaner on the outside oven door handles or any exterior surface of the oven cabinet or painted surfaces The cleaner can damage these surfaces 4 Special Care of Continuous Cleaning Oven Interior on some models The special coating is a porous ceramic material which is dark in color and feels slightly rough to the touch The Continuous Cleaning Oven cleans itself while cooking The oven walls are finished with a special coating that cannot be cleaned in the usual manner with soap detergents steel wool pads commercial oven cleaners coarse abrasive pads or coarse brushes Use of such cleansers a
43. er may lt barrier free kitchen for persons call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request CS with limited mobility information or service cD SECTION A A EPTH SINKS 6 WITH REAR DRAIN BE UNDERCOATED SCALE 1 1 Service Contracts 800 626 2224 You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances User maintenance instructions contained in this guide can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home cover procedures intended to be performed by any user The GE parts system provides access to over 47 000 Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully service personnel Caution must be exercised since warranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards improper servicing may cause unsafe operation are accepted 47 YOUR GAS RANGE WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED WHAT IS NOT COVERED FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the range that fails because of a manufacturing defect kkxkkkkkkkkkkkkkk
44. er pan turn off oven control and keep broiler drawer and oven door closed to contain fire until it burns out Cleaning Your Range e Clean only parts listed in this Use and Care Guide e Keep range clean and free of accumulations of grease or spillovers which may ignite e Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the area over the pilot on standing pilot models will be hot e For continuous clean models do not use oven cleaners on any of the continuous cleaning surfaces Continuous cleaning surfaces can be identified by their rough surface finish SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 a er pal n PN CD a 7 e C gt Sais 7 mm FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE Features and appearance vary 11 12 DT aa Standard Twin Burners Burner cap Drip pan f Drip pan on some i on some models o models Burner head Bather Your range is equipped with one of the two types of surface burners shown above Feature Index Not all models have all features Appearance of features varies See page 1 Backguard on some models 2 Surface Burners Grates and Drip Pans on some models 4 5 8 9 21 23 3 Oven Light On Off Switch on some models 11 4 Clock and Timer on some models 10 5 Oven Vent located on cooktop on some models 4 5 12 25 6 Oven Control 11 13 16 17 19 24 7 Surface Burner Control Knobs 8 9 21 24 8 Gas Shut Off Valve o
45. he bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb only Do not touch a hot bulb with a damp cloth as the bulb will break Control Panel and Knobs It s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use of the oven Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water rinse with clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth 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 of vinegar and hot water works well Removable Broiler Drawer on some models To remove 1 When the broiler is cool remove the grid and pan 2 Pull the broiler drawer out until it stops then push it back in about one inch 3 Grasp the handle lift and pull the broiler drawer out Clean the broiler drawer with hot soapy water To replace Hold the broiler drawer in the raised position as you slide it partway into the range Then lower the drawer and push it completely closed Broiler Pan and Grid After broiling remove the Grid broiler pan from the oven Remove the grid from the pan Carefully pour out grease from the pan into a proper container Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap filled or plastic scouring pad 24 The control knobs may be removed for easier a cleaning To remove knob pull it straight off the ee O stem If knob is difficult __ aaa to remove place a towel
46. he same size and power Standing Pilot Models Push control knob in and turn it to HI position The burner should light within a few seconds Turn the knob to adjust the flame size Flame will be almost horizontal and will lift slightly away from the burner when the burner is first turned on A blowing or hissing sound may be heard for 30 to 60 seconds This normal sound is due to improved injection of gas and air into the burner Put a pan on the burner before lighting it or adjust the flame to match pan size as soon as it lights and the blowing or hissing sound will be much less noticeable 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 Size Watch the flame not the knob as you reduce heat The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using FOR SAFE HANDLING OF COOKWARE NEVER LET THE FLAME EXTEND UP THE SIDES OF THE COOKWARE 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 resul
47. ing When the timer is counting down use the and pad to change the remaining time or press the TIMER ON OFF pad to stop the timer The timer cannot be cancelled unless you have fully completed set timer instructions above 10 TIMER ON OFF appearance may vary 3 Press the CLOCK pad to start the clock 2 Press and hold the or pad and the time of day will change 10 minutes at a time To change the time by single minutes give the pads short taps 3 Once you have set your timer press the TIMER ON OFF pad to start timing As the timer counts down a signal will indicate when one minute is left After this signal the display will count down in seconds When time runs out a final signal will sound Press the TIMER ON OFF pad to stop the signal Display Clock While Timer Is Operating Pressing the CLOCK pad while the timer is operating will not interfere with the timer s operation the display will change to show the clock but the timer will continue to count down and will still signal when time is up Press the TIMER ON OFF pad again to change the display back to show the timer USING YOUR OVEN Before 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 tips on the following pages Keep this guide handy where you can refer to it especially during the first weeks of using your new
48. ith a high acid content Hot fruit fillings or other foods that are highly acidic such as tomatoes sauerkraut and sauces with vinegar or lemon juice may cause pitting and damage to the porcelain enamel surface and should be wiped up immediately We don t recommend using aluminum foil on the oven bottom It can affect air flow if the holes are blocked and it can concentrate heat at the bottom of the oven resulting in poor baking performance If a spillover does occur on the oven bottom allow the oven to cool first Remove the oven bottom for easier clean up and to prevent damage to the continuous cleaning oven coating on some models Frequent wipings with mild soap and water particularly after cooking meat will prolong the time between major cleanings Rinse thoroughly Soap left on the oven bottom can cause stains For heavy soil use an abrasive cleaner or a soap filled steel wool pad A commercial oven cleaner may also be used following the package directions continued next page 23 O amp a gt rew oF O Surug 3 CARE AND CLEANING continued Oven Light Bulb on some models The light bulb is located in the upper left corner may vary of the oven Before replacing your oven light bulb disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or unplug the range from the D electrical outlet Let the bulb cool completely before removing it Replace t
49. kkkkkkkkkkkkkkxk This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii Washington D C and Canada e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or in the United States contact our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service In Canada call 800 361 3400 Customer Relations Manager e Improper installation Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty In Alaska the warranty is the same 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 Should your appliance need service during the warranty period or beyond in the United States call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 In Canada consult your telephone directory for the Camco Service Center If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical gas exhausting an
50. low the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier IF YOU NEED SERVICE To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this guide To obtain replacement parts contact our 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 Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 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
51. lt draws out the juices and allows them to evaporate Always salt after cooking Turn the meat with tongs piercing the meat with a fork also allows juices to escape When broiling poultry or fish brush each side often with butter QV Both the oven and broiler compartment doors must be closed during broiling Turn most foods once during cooking the exception is thin fillets of fish oil one side place that side down on broiler grid and cook without turning until done Time foods for about one half the total cooking time turn food then continue to cook to preferred doneness 4 Arrange the food on the grid and position the broiler pan on the appropriate shelf in the oven or broiling compartment Placing food closer to the flame increases exterior browning of the food but also increases spattering and the possibility of fats and meat juices igniting 5 Close the oven and broiler compartment door 6 Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to BROIL 7 Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to OFF Remove the broiler pan from the broiler compartment and serve the food immediately Leave the pan outside the range to cool Q Why are my meats not turning out as brown as they should A Check to see if you are using the recommended shelf position Broil for the longest period of time indicated in the Broiling Guide Turn the food only once during broiling 19 SUTSBOY suog The oven and broiler compartment doors must be closed during
52. n 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 water You may 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 Replace the burner caps Make sure that caps are replaced on the correct size burner There is one small 2 medium and one large cap ZZ small _ i gt medium _ i gt large G gt medium large Burner Heads on sealed burners only NOTE Before removing the burner heads and caps remember their size and location Replace them in the same location after cleaning For proper ignition make sure the small hole in the section that fits over the electrode is kept open A sewing needle or wire twist tie works well to unclog it The slits in the burner heads of your range must be kept clean at all times for an even unhampered flame You should clean the surface burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these openings To remove burned on food soak the burner heads in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water for 20 30 minutes For more stubborn stains use a toothbrush Before putting the burner head back shake out excess water and then dry it thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven for 30 minutes O After
53. n some models 31 32 Q 9 Cooktop Lift up Cooktop on some models 3 1223 23 10 Broiler Pan and Grid 5 17 19 20 24 cp 11 Oven Shelves with Stop Locks Number of shelves varies 5 12 14 17 ar 19 20 25 gt 12 Oven Shelf Supports Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the 31213 Baking Roasting and Broiling sections 17 19 20 13 Air Vent in Oven Door Located at top of the oven door 4 Z 14 Broiler Drawer Storage Drawer or 4 19 20 Removable Kick Panel on some models 24 25 Ja 15 Air Intake 4 25 16 Model and Serial Numbers Located on front frame of range 2 behind either broiler drawer storage drawer or removable kick panel 17 Lift Off Oven Door 4 19 20 26 27 18 Anti Tip Device Lower right rear corner on range back Pa ao a be See Installation Instructions 19 Oven Bottom 2327 20 Oven Interior Light on some models 11 24 On some models comes on automatically when door is opened NOTE All models have standard oven interiors except for JGBC17 JGBC20 and RGB628 which have continuous cleaning oven interiors See the Care and Cleaning section for instructions SURFACE COOKING Surface Burner Controls Knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are marked as to which burners they control The two knobs on the left control the left front and left rear burners The two knobs on the right control the right front and right rear burners Before Lighting a Burner e If drip pans are s
54. n your range yov 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 money Before you request service Check the Before You Call for Service section in the back of this guide It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself A WARNING e ALL RANGES CAN TIP e INJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT e INSTALL ANTI TIP DEVICES PACKED WITH RANGE e SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS A LA YAN CANADIAN GAS ASSOCIATION s a aE R APPROVED WARNING If the information in this guide 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 light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Fol
55. nce 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 See Dimensions and Clearances illustration in this section e CAUTION Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above arange or on the backsplash of a range children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured WARNING All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach an approved Anti T ip 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 T ip 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 T ip device is engaged when you push the range back against the wall e For your safety never use your range for warming or heating the room Your oven and cooktop 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 e Do 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 e Do not use oven for a storage area Items stor
56. nd or the use of oven sprays will cause permanent damage If magnified the surface would appear as peaks valleys and sub surface tunnels This rough finish tends to prevent grease spatters from forming little beads or droplets that run down the side walls of a hard surface oven liner leaving unsightly streaks that require hand cleaning Instead when spatter hits the porous finish it is dispersed and partially absorbed This spreading action increases the exposure of oven soil to heated air and makes it somewhat less noticeable Soil may not disappear completely and at some time after extended usage stains may appear that cannot be removed The special coating works best on small amounts of spatter It does not work well with larger spills especially sugars egg or dairy mixtures The oven bottom does not have the continuous cleaning oven coating and can be removed and cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner This special coating is not used on the oven shelves oven bottom or the inside of the oven door Remove these to clean with a commercial oven cleaner to prevent damaging the Continuous Cleaning Oven coating Make sure the oven bottom is in place before you turn the oven on for any reason Use care in removing and replacing the oven bottom and shelves and in placing and removing dishes and food to avoid scratching rubbing or otherwise damaging the porous finish on the oven walls To Clean the Continuous Cleaning
57. ng Pilot Models in Surface Cooking BURNER FLAMES VERY e If range is connected to LP gas contact the person who installed your range LARGE OR YELLOW or made the conversion SURFACE BURNERS e The oven gas shut off valve may have accidentally been moved during LIGHT BUT OVEN cleaning or moving DOES NOT To check the oven gas shut off valve on standard twin burner models raise the cooktop and look for the gas shut off lever at the extreme right rear corner Standing pilot models do not have a gas shut off valve on the regulator Follow the directions in box A or B that match your regulator type Lever shown closed Lever shown closed f ZAI PULL TO OPEN ESS PULL TO OPEN a S z A 6 S MN Standard Twin Burner Models Standard Twin Burner Models To check the oven gas shut off valve on sealed burner models remove the storage drawer broiler drawer or kick panel and look for the gas shut off lever at the back of the range JIIALO Follow the directions in box A or B that match your regulator type 7 Lever shown closed PULL Aas A a OS Lever shown closed PULL TO OPEN Sealed Burner Models Sealed Burner Models continued next page 43 BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE continued PROBLEM CLOCK DOES NOT WORK OVEN LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON OVEN WILL NOT WORK OVEN TEMPERATURE TOO HOT OR TOO COLD FOOD DOES NOT ROAST OR BAKE PR
58. ng pilot lights The range should be installed in its permanent position before any pilots are lit or adjusted Light the Surface Burner Pilots CAUTION M ake sure the surface burner control knobs are in the OFF position before attempting to light the pilots 1 Raise the cooktop 2 Light both pilots with a match 3 To avoid pilot outage use caution when closing cooktop after lighting pilots NOTE Do not leave standing pilot lit in a newly constructed or remodeled home or apartment that will be unoccupied for more than a month Each pilot flame was adjusted at the factory to be approximately 5 16 tall A tinge of yellow appearing at the upper tip is normal If you find pilot ee is necessary follow instructions at right 1 Raise the cooktop 2 Locate the pilot adjustment screw It can be accessed through the Small hole near the center of the manifold panel 3 To adjust use a blade type screwdriver with a shaft diameter of less than 3 16 Turn pilot adjustment screw until pilot is 5 16 high Do not reduce the flame to less than 5 16 or pilot outage may occur A pilot flame burning higher than recommended may generate soot carbon black on the bottom of your cooktop Light the Oven Pilot CAUTION M ake sure the OVEN CONTROL knob is in the OFF position before attempting to light the pilot 1 Remove the broiler drawer by sliding the drawer all the way out and then lifting slightly to remove
59. ng proper operation of the spark module Once the air has been purged from the supply lines burners should light within 4 seconds After burner lights rotate knob out of the LITE position Try each burner in succession until all burners have been checked 36 continued Quality of Flames The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually A Yellow flames Call for service B Yellow tips on outer cones Normal for LP gas C Soft blue fames Normal for natural gas If burner flames look like A call for service Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas you use With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal 7 CHECK IGNITION OF OVEN BURNER Your oven is designed to operate quietly and automatically To operate the oven turn the OVEN CONTROL Knob to a setting above 200 F 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 OVEN CONTROL knob Electric ignition models require electrical power to operate The oven cannot be lit during a power outage Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot If the oven is in use when a power outage occurs the burner will shut off and cannot be re lit until power Is restored ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS
60. our confidence in GE and call us in the U S toll free at 800 626 2224 for more information All brands covered up to 20 years old in the continental U S oe Cut here r Please place in envelope and mail to General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 34070 Louisville KY 40232 4070 45 46 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us We are proud to have you as a customer Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment Complete and After mailing Read your Owner s mail your Consumer the registration Manual carefully Product Ownership below store this It will help you Registration today document in a safe operate your new Have the peace of place It contains appliance properly mind of knowing we information you If you have questions can contact you in will need should you or need more the unlikely event of require service Our information call the a safety modification service number is GE Answer Center 800 GE CARES 800 626 2000 800 452 2737 Model Number Serial Number Pee JL Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered Model Number Serial Number Mr Ms L Mrs Miss First Name Last Name
61. overings around the range can withstand heat generated by the range up to 200 F e Avoid 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 for ward 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 Install 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 be at least as wide as the appliance and centered over the appliance Clearance between the cooking surface and the ventilation hood surface MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES EXCEPTION Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance e If cabinets are placed above the range allow a minimum clearance of 30 between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets e If a30 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 e Clearance between the cooking surface and protected cabinets MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES The vertical dista
62. ow to clean the inside of the oven door refer to the Lift Off Oven Door section Do not use soap detergent steel wool pads commercial oven cleaner silicone oven sprays coarse pads or coarse brushes on the porous surface These products will spot clog and damage the porous surface and reduce its ability to work Do not scrape the porous surface with a knife or spatula they could permanently damage the finish 21 O o z SsuUIUvO 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 BEFORE 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 Installation Instructions for future use This appliance must be properly grounded WARNING e Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this guide For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency manufacturer dealer
63. range Power Outage Electric Ignition CAUTION DO NOT MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE ELECTRIC IGNITION Power Outage Standing Pilot An electrical power failure will not affect the standing oven pilot 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 IOUT pue Mo 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 This is because the flow of gas is automatically stopped and will not resume when power is restored until the glow bar has reached operating temperature Oven Control Your oven is controlled by a single OVEN CONTROL knob It will normally take 30 90 seconds before the flame comes on After the oven reaches the selected temperature the oven burner cycles off completely then on with a full flame to maintain the selected temperature Oven Moisture Oven Light on some models 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 Use the switch on the lower control panel to turn the light on or off continued next page Z 5 E lt 5 I USING YOUR OVEN continued Oven Shelves The shelves are designed with stop locks so when placed corr
64. reclude tipping of the range when not properly installed e f the Anti T ip device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the universal Anti T ip device WB 02X7909 1 Mark the wall where the RIGHT EDGE ofthe range is to be located Be sure to allow for the countertop overhang If you intend to Install the range next to cabinets Anti Tip device _ Wallplate Approx 20 7 7 f Marked edge 21 3 Pa of range L L 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 M ount the Anti T ip device with the screw provided For cement or concrete construction you will need a 1 4 x 1 lag bolt and a 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 Wallboard Back of range Anti Tip device for proper installation by grasping the front edge of the cooktop and carefully attempting to tilt the range for ward WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE COMPLETED MAKE SURE ALL CONTROLS ARE
65. slit as recommended e Oven bottom not securely seated in position e This is normal It is caused by the heat treatment applied to the oven window e Improper air gas ratio in oven Adjust oven burner air shutter e An odor from the insulation around the oven liner is normal for the first few times oven is used This is temporary If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 00 626 2000 consumer information service GE Service Protection Plus GE a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability offers you Service Protection Plus comprehensive protection on all your appliances No Matter What Brand Benefits Include e Backed by GE All brands covered We ll Cover Any Applianc e e Unlimited service calls A n yw h ere A n yti me All parts and labor costs included No out of pocket expenses No hidden deductibles e One 800 number to call You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs Place y
66. ssures 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 4 Surface Cooking Always use the LITE position on electric ignition models or the HI position on standing pilot models when igniting the top burners and make sure the burners have ignited Never leave the surface burners unattended at high flame settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire Adjust the 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 or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns 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 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 the surface burners to off before removing cookware Carefully watch foods being fried at a high flame setting Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop at the top and bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range under the broiler drawer or
67. stat section It gives easy Do It Yourself instructions on how to adjust the thermostat 2 Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe Cook longer if necessary 3 Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to OFF and then remove food UIAGC ANOX SUIS Type of Food Shelf Position Angel food cake Biscuits or muffins BorC Cookies or cupcakes BorC Brownies BorC Bundt or pound cakes A or B Pies or pie shells BorC Frozen pies A on cookie sheet Casseroles BorC Roasting BorR continued next page oe aa ve 13 BAKING continued Preheating Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it Preheat means bringing the oven up to the specified temperature before putting the food in the oven To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature selecting a higher temperature does not shorten preheat time 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 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 Cookies
68. storage drawer 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 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 the sides of the pan Use the 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 Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point e Never try to move a pan of hot fat especially a deep fat fryer Wait until the fat 1s cool 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 accumulations of food since heavy spattering or spillovers left on range can ignite Use pans with handles that can
69. 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 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 show you the location of the range gas cut off valve and how to shut it off if necessary e Have your range installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the Installation Instructions Any adjustment and service should be performed only by qualified gas range installers or service technicians 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 e 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 Na
70. 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 the bump on the shelf support Then lower the front of the shelf and push it all the way back e Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers which may cause them to burst e Do not leave plastic lt lt items on the cooktop Sap they may melt if left BaF ae too close to the vent Vent appearance and location vary BAKING Your oven temperature is controlled using the latest technology in oven control systems It is recommended that you operate your new oven for a number of weeks to become familiar with its performance How to Set Your Range for Baking To avoid possible burns place the shelves in the correct position before you turn the oven on 1 Close the oven door Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to the desired temperature Oven Shelves 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 shelf position B or C See the chart for suggested shelf positions If you think an adjustment is necessary see the Adjust the Oven Thermo
71. t your local retail store A traditional round bottom wok can be used with Wok Holder accessory model JXWK which can be ordered from your appliance dealer The Wok Holder fits on top of the range grate to provide support and proper air circulation for traditional round bottom woks only Do not use flat bottomed woks with the Wok Holder Do not use a wok on any other support ring 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 without the ring unless you are using the Wok Holder You could be seriously burned if the wok tipped over MN al o T C A a tje CLOCK AND TIMER on some models You have the choice of having the timer show the time counting down or the time of day In either case the timer will signal at the end of the timer period to alert you that the time is up To Set the Clock NOTE When you first plug in the range or after a power failure the entire Clock Timer display will light up 1 Press the CLOCK pad To Set the Timer 1 Press the TIMER ON OFF pad 2 Use the and pads to set the timer Short taps on the or pad change the timer s setting one minute at a time Pressing and continuing to hold the pad increases the setting ten minutes at a time To Change or Cancel the Timer Sett
72. that you make the adjustment one click from the original setting and check oven performance before making any additional adjustments After the adjustment is made retighten screws so they are snug but be careful not to overtighten Re install knob on range and check performance ROASTING 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 the oven controls are set for Baking You may hear a slight clicking sound indicating the oven is working properly Most meats continue to cook slightly while standing after being removed from the oven Recommended standing time 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 If you wish to compensate for temperature rise remove the roast from the oven when its internal temperature is 5 to 10 F less than temperature shown in the Roasting Guide Remember that food will continue to cook in the hot oven and therefore should be removed when the desired internal temperature has been re
73. the range forward The Anti Tip device should engage and prevent the range from tipping over Using Your Range A WARNING All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach it to the wall by installing the Anti Tip device supplied If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason make sure the device is properly engaged when you push the range back against the wall If it is not there is a possible risk of the range tipping over and causing injury if you or a child stand sit or lean on an open door Please refer to the Anti Tip device information in this guide Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and injury e Do not leave children alone or unattended where a range is hot or in operation They could be seriously burned continued next page 3 A a raw PD CD lt p MN C gt pi MN IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued CAUTION 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 Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the door broiler drawer or cooktop They could damage the range and even tip it over Causing severe personal injury Let the burner grates and other surfaces cool before touching them
74. tional 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 e Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outage on standing pilot models and poor air circulation Be sure all packing materials are removed from the range before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packing material ignite e Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a qualified service technician or installer for the type of gas natural or LP that is to be used Your range can be converted for use with either type of gas See the 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 e 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 F Y To check if the device is installed and engaged properly carefully tip
75. tom 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 continued next page 37 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 9 ADJUST BROIL BURNER AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTER ON MODELS WITH A BROILER DRAWER IF NECESSARY See Step 8 if your range Is equipped with a storage drawer To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly first remove the oven bottom To remove the oven bottom 1 Remove knurled screws holding down rear of oven bottom 2 Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side 3 Lift rear of oven bottom enough to clear the lip of range frame then pull out W ith the oven bottom removed properly adjusted 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 stabilized continued The shutter for the oven burner is near the back wall of the oven and behind the broiler drawer To remove the broiler drawer 1 Pull the drawer out until it stops then push it back in about one inch 2 Grasp handle lift and pull broiler drawer out lt Y Loosen Air adjustment shutter Metal shield Remove the metal shield at the rear of the cavity The air adjustm
76. ts Enamelware Under some conditions the enamel of some cookware may melt Follow cookware manufacturer s recommendations for cooking methods Stove Top Grills on models with sealed burners 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 ee incomplete combustion and a a can result in exposure to b carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards This can be hazardous to your health N oo MLA LSS US f l AEAN SUS CIIRKIBID 7 S s Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware is wasted and only serves to heat the handle Glass There are two types of glass cookware those for oven use only and those for top of range cooking saucepans coffee and teapots Glass conducts heat very Slowly Heatproof Glass Ceramic Can be used for either surface or oven cooking It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly Check cookware manufacturer s directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges Stainless Steel This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat as the manufacturer recommends Wok This Way on models with sealed burners We recommend that you use a flat bottomed wok They are available a
77. upplied with your range they should be used at all times e Make sure all the grates on the range are in place before using any burner To Light a Surface Burner ail Electric Ignition Models Push the control knob in and turn it to LITE You will hear a little clicking noise the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner Turn the knob to adjust the flame size If the knob stays at LITE it will continue to click 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 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 After Lighting a Burner On ranges with sealed burners e The smaller burner right rear position will give the best simmer results It offers precise cooking performance for delicate foods such as sauces or foods which need to cook over low heat for a long time It can be turned down to a very low simmer setting e The right front burner is higher powered than the others and will bring liquids to a boil quicker e On some models the burners are all t
78. valve 3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS on some models Electrical Requirements 120 volt 60 Hertz properly grounded branch circuit 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 IMPOR TANT 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 METHOD possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance The customer Ensure proper should have the ground exists wall receptacle before use 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

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