GE JGAS02EN User's Manual
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1. 32 OVEN BURNER AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT 1 The oven burner flame should be a clean blue flame with distinct inner cones approximately 1 2 inch long A soft lazy flame with indistinct cones means too much gas or not enough air A noisy lifting flame means too much air If adjustments are necessary you must first loosen the lock screw located at the top of the air shutter then rotate the air shutter to the correct setting and retighten screw 2 Oven burner flame can be checked as follows without burner baffle in place A To correct a yellow flame Increase size of air shutter opening B To correct a lifting but distinct blue flame Decrease size of air shutter opening 3 The air shutter should be set approximatel 2 3 open for natural gas and approximately full open on LP gas 4 The oven burner air shutter adjustment is the same on ranges with a gas pilot or electric ignition 5 Repeat steps 1 through 3 for the broil burner if equipped to properly adjust Lock the broil burner flame Screw j Air Orifice Shutter Cap WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE COMPLETED 1 Make sure all controls are left in the OFF position 2 Make sure the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the range is unobstructed MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION Be sure the initiation of this range in a manufactured or mobile home conforms with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Fed2. Problem Solver 34 Thermostat Adjustment Dol Yourself iniaiaiai E 12 More questions call Operating Instructions Tips Aluminum Foil sasssassseessesnnssnnnn 5 14 16 17 Features Flooring Leveling consumer Services essee 36 a E PE EA Appliance Registration 1eceeeee 2 Baking sities inanan aa aeara a N 13 14 Important Phone Numbers 2s0 36 Broiling Broiling Guide 17 18 Model and Serial Number Location 2 Oven ContiOl irei ronn aia oint 10 Warranty uuu cecssssscssceeceesseeseeseeeees Back Cover Roasting Roasting Guide 15 16 i SHOVES ainiin ia anina tatanan i tiiis 1 13 SurfaceCoOking sccsssccsseeseeeseeeeeeaes ControSettings ElectrichQnition ccccsssseseseseesneees Models JGASO2PN JGASO2ZEN JLASOZPN Care and Cleaning 19 24 Broiler Pan and Rack ccesccssscssssssssssesceves 22 Burner ASSMDI wes iaaa 19 21 Broiler Draw r FOE 22 GE Appliances HELP US HELP YOU Read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new range properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help write include your phone number Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find the model and serial numbers on tw
3. BE SURE ELECTRIC POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THE RANGE A If your range is removed for cleaning servicing or any reason es be sure anti tip device is re engaged properly when the range x is replaced Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury pam gt re How to Remove the Range for Cleaning and Servicing 3 Follow these steps to remove the range for servicing 5 Reverse these steps to re install the range If the or cleaning hard to reach surfaces gas line has been disconnected check for gas leaks after reconnection See the Initiation Instructions for the gas lead test method f NOTE A trained technician should make the gas 3 Disconnect the gas supply tubing to the range installation disconnection and re connection of the 4 Slide the range forward to free the range foot from gas supply the appliance the Anti Tip bracket See the Installation Instructions for the location of the bracket 1 Shut off the gas supply to the range 2 Disconnect the electrical supply to the range Lift Up Off Cooktop 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 or off Be sure all burners are turned off before raising the cooktop Then remove the grates Grasp the two front burner wells and lift the cooktop up or off Be To replace the cooktop if you have
4. e Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live power outlet e Burner holes on the side or around the top of burner may be clogged Remove burners on models with dual burners or burner heads on models with sealed burners or burner caps on spill proof models and clean them with a toothpick Make sure you do not enlarge the holes On spill proof models check electrode area for burned on food or grease AARAAAAAA ae ee A Yellow flames B Yellow tips on outer C Soft blue flames Call for service cones Normal for LP gas Normal for natural gas If burner flames look like A call for service Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas you use e With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal e If range is connected to LP gas check all steps in the Installation Instructions e Make sure thermostat capillary bulb located in upper portion of oven is in correct position not touching oven sides and not coated with anything e Aluminum foil being used improperly in oven e Oven vent blocked on top of range eOVEN TEMP knob set incorrectly or not turned on e Incorrect cookware being used Check each cooking section for cookware tips or recommendations eCheck common problems listed in Baking Roasting and Broiling sections e Oven bottom not securely seated in position e Improper air gas ratio in oven Adjust oven burner air shutter e An odor from the insulation aroun
5. LEGS eChannel lock pliers For gas supply connection Pipe wrench For conversion for Natural to LP gas 1 2 inch open end wrench For burner flame adjustment e Phillips head and bladetype screwdrivers ADDITIONAL MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED eGas line shut off valve e Pipe joint sealant that resists action of LP gas el 2 inch pipe nipple For Flexible Connection Flexible metal appliance connector same as 3 4 inch or 1 2 inch LD as gas supply line eFlare union adapter line 1 2 inch NPT x 3 4 inch or 1 2 inch I D For Rigid Connection e Pipe fittings as required LL BACKGUARD INSTALLATION 1 Place backguard assembly into position on the black pedestal at rear of range Backguard bolts are attached to bottom of backguard by means of flat nuts 2 Bolt backguard to range with nuts Tighten nuts snugly Nuts are in small envelope in pack out carton Secure backguard braces if equipped 3 Insert the backguard Disconnect plug A if equipped from range Disconnect plug and wall cord B Backguard 2 RANGE LOCATION Do not set the range over holes in the floor or other locations where it may be subject to strong drafts Any opening in the wall behind the range and in the floor under the range should be sealed Make sure the flow of combustion or ventilation air is not obstructed RECOMMENDED GAS SUPPLY LOCATION Left side of range Location for P hardpipe
6. Polarized 120V connection outlet to be to range located 6 to 24 from floor Recommended gas hook up locations behind range Gas fitting and shut off cock should not protrude more than 2 from wall to allow range to fit against wall 27 LL ANTI TIP DEVICE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTE A risk of range tip over exists if the appliance is not installed in accordance with the initiation instructions provided The proper use of this device minimizes the risk of TIP OVER In using this device the consumer must still observe the safety instructions as stated in the USE and CARE GUIDE and avoid using the oven door and or lower drawer as a step stool Installation instructions are provided for wood and cement in either floor or wall Any other type of construction may require special installation techniques as deemed necessary to provide adequate fastening of the ANTI TIP bracket to the floor or wall If the anti tip device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the universal anti tip device WB02X7909 Step 1 Locating the Bracket A Mark the floor or wall where either the right or left EDGE of the 20 inch opening is to be located B Place the BRACKET SIDE see figure 1 354e inch from the marked EDGE toward center of opening and against the back wall C Use the bracket as a template and mark the required holes as shown in figure 1 for the type of construction you be usin
7. drain away from the food and smoking to a minimum keeps it away from the high heat of the gas flame Both the oven and broiler compartment doors 4 Arrange the food on rack and position the broiler should be closed during broiling pan on the appropriate shelf in the oven or broiling compartment Placing the food closer to the flame increases the exterior browning of food but also increases spattering and the possibility of the fats and the meat juices igniting 1 You can change the distance of the food from the heat source by positioning the broiler pan and rack on one of three shelf positions in the broiler compartment A bottom of broiler compartment B middle and C top Close the oven and broiler compartment door 2 Reheating the broiler or oven is not necessary and 6 Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to BROIL can produce poor results SuNseoy n 7 Turn most foods once during cooking the 3 If the meat has fat or gristle near the edge cut exception is thin fillets of fish oil one side place vertical slashes through it about 2 inches apart but that side down on broiler rack and cook without don t cut into the meat We recommend that you turning until done Time foods for about one half trim the fat to prevent excessive smoking leaving a the total cooking time turn food then continue to layer about 1 8 inch thick cook to preferred doneness Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF Remove the broiler pan from the broiler compart
8. if available a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Do not store flammable materials in an oven a range broiler drawer or near a cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials line or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range e When cooking pork follow the directions exactly and always cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least 170 F This assures that in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat it will be killed and the meat will be safe to eat Surface Cooking Always use the LITE position on electric ignition models or the HI position on standing pilot models when igniting top burners and make sure the burners have ignited Never leave surface burners unattended at high flame settings Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire Adjust the top burner flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware Excessive flame is hazardous Use only dry pot holders moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders come near open flames when 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
9. instructions with the appliance after installation is DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES completed Provide adequate clearances between the range CONSUMER Keep this Use and Care and adjacent combustible surfaces Guide and the Installation Instructions for future use This appliance must be properly grounded 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 Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WARNING Improper initiation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer care service agency manufacturer alder or as gt the gas supplier imum j t S ium _ 18S Lis range ADESSO SIT cannot aoa of range Jove 36 g range top O clearance below cooking top and at rear of range 3 minimum to wall on either side of range above 36 height 25 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation of this range must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 latest edition In Canada installation must conform with the current Natural Gas Installation Code CAN CGA B149 1 or the current Propane Insta
10. prong from this plug IF RANGE HAS STANDING PILOTS LIGHT AND ADJUST SURFACE BURNER PILOTS 1 Purge all air from supply system by turnin one top burner valve fully Nior 15 S 2 Turn valve OFF and light pilot burners Adjust puo flames using adjusting screw at the manifold pipe so that each flame 1s approximately 1 4 inch in height 3 To light any top burner push and turn burner knob to the lite position 4 When burner has ignited rotate knob to desired flame setting og DP Pilot Adjustment Screw Left Pilot Right Pilot Surface Burner Pilot If equipped Pee 1 4 Approx Pilot Flame L IF RANGE HAS ELECTRIC IGNITION There are separate ignition devices for the left and right hand surface burners Both of these igniters are ON when any knob is turned to the LITE setting The igniters will spark as long as any of the top burner knobs are at the LITE setting In the event of an electrical power failure the to burners can still be used To light a burner hol a lighted kitchen match adjacent to the top burner to be used and turn valve knob to LITE USE EXTREME CAUTION L OVEN PILOT ADJUSTMENT On pilot models remove thermostat knob Check position of pilot gas selector to make sure selector is turned to the correct position for the type of gas that is to be used To change to LP insert small blade screwdriver in slot and turn fully counterclockwise so that indi
11. rack that comes with your range It is designed to minimize smoking and 4 spattering by trapping the juices in the shielded lower part of the pan similar precooked sausages bratwurst 18 BROILING GUIDE 3 If desired marinate meats or chicken before broiling Or brush with barbecue sauce the last 5 to 10 minutes When arranging food on pan do not let fatty edges which could soil oven with fat dripping hang over the sides 2 For steaks and chops slash fat evenly around 5 Broiler compartment does not need to be preheated outside edges of meat To slash cut crosswise However for very thin foods or to increase through outer fat surface just to the edge of the browning preheat if desired meat Use tongs T meat overto prevent 6 Frozen steaks can be broiled by positioning the shelf piercing meat and losing juices at next lowest shelf position and increasing cooking time given in this guide 1 times per side Quantity and or Shelf 1st Side 2nd Side Food Thickness Position Minutes Minutes Comments Bacon 1 2 Ib about 8 3 Arrange in single layer thin slices Ground Beef 1 Ib 4 patties 10 11 Space evenly Up to 8 patties take 1 2 to 3 4 inch thick about same time Beef Steaks Rare 1 inch thick B Steaks less than 1 inch thick cook Medium 1 to 1 lbs B through before browning Pan frying Well Done A is recommended Rare 1 inch thick c Slash fat Medium 2 to 2 Ibs B Well Done
12. removed it careful of the pilots when the cooktop is up insert the two tabs at the back of the cooktop into slots OQ After cleaning underneath the cooktop with hot at the base of the backguard soapy water and a clean cloth lower or replace the Lower the cooktop into place applying pressure until 0 cooktop Be careful not to pinch your fingers the tab on the underside snaps into the catch at the top front center of the range continued next page gt L Surues CARE AND CLEANING The holes in the surface burners of vour range must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and an even unhampered flame You should clean the surface burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes Wipe off the surface burners If heavy spillover occurs remove the surface burners from range The burners lift out for cleaning Lift up the cooktop and then lift out the surface burners 20 continued To remove burned on food soak the surface burner in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water Soak the surface burner for 20 to 30 minutes For more stubborn stains use a cleanser like Soft Scrub brand or Bon Ami brand Rinse well to remove any traces of the cleanser that might clog the surface burner openings Do not use steel wool because it will clog the surface burner openings and scratch the surface burners If the holes become clogged clean them with a small pin or sewing n
13. smoking point s 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 be easily grasped and remain cool When using glass cookware make snre it is designed for top of range cooking Keep all plastics away from top burners Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent Do not leave any 1tCMS 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 petition and all grates are before attempting to remove them A 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 afire hazard men a pilot goes out on standing pilot models you will detect a faint odor of gas as your signal to relight the pilot When refighting the pilot make snre burner controls are in the OFF position and follow
14. the range before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packing material ignite Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a q cd 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 Seethe Installation Instructions WARNING These adjustments must be made by a qualified service technician in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or property damage The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion After prolonged use ofa range high floor temperatures may result and many floor coverings will not withstand this kind of use Never install the range over viny tile or linoleum that cannot withstand such type of use Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting Using Your Range 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 tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach an approved Anti Tio device to tie wall See Installation Instructions To check if the device is installed and engaged properly carefully tip the range forward The Anti
15. the side or back of the range without extending over adjacent burners Always turn the surface burner to OFF before removing the cookware e 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 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 should be as dry as possible Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over sides of the pan e Use least possible amount of fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can canse spillovers when food is added If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the
16. to produce a browner crisper crust Frozen pies in foil pans should be placed on an aluminum cookie sheet for baking since the shiny foil pan reflects heat away from the pie crust the cookie sheet helps retain it Aluminum Foil Never entirely cover a shelf with aluminum foil This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking A smaller sheet of foil maybe used to catch a spillover by placing it on a lower shelf several inches below the food Don t Peek Set the timer for the estimated cooking time and do not open the door to look at your food Most recipes provide minimum and maximum baking times such as bake 30 40 minutes 14 Cakes When baking cakes warped or bent pans will cause uneven baking results and poorly shaped products A cake baked in a pan larger than the recipe recommends will usually be crisper thinner and drier than it should be If baked in a pan smaller than recommended it maybe undercooked and batter may overflow Check the recipe to make sure the pan size used is the one recommended 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 affected Roasting is cooking by dry heat Tender meat or poultry can be roasted ROASTING uncovered in your oven Roasting temperatures which should be low and steady keep spattering to a min
17. A Chicken 1 whole A 30 35 25 30 Reduce times about 5 to 10 minutes 2 to 2 lbs per side for cut up chicken Brush split lengthwise each side with melted butter Broil skin side down first Bakery Products Bread Toast or 2 to 4 slices 1 2 1 Space evenly Place English muffins Toaster Pastries 1 pkg 2 cut side up and brush with butter if desired English Muffins 2 split c I 3 5 Lobster Tails 2 to 4 A 13 16 Do not Cut through back of shell and spread 6 to 8 oz each turn over open Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of time Fish l lb fillets B C Handle and turn very carefully Brush 1 4 to 1 2 inch thick with lemon butter before broiling and during broiling if desired Preheat broiler to increase browning Ham Slices 1 inch thick Increase time 5 to 10 minutes per side Precooked for 1 inch thick or home cured Pork Chops 2 1 2 inch thick B a 45 Slash fat Well Done 2 1 inch thick B 13 9 12 about 11b Lamb Chops Medium 2 1 inch thick B 8 4 7 Slash fat Well Done about 10 to 12 oz B 10 10 Medium 2 14 inch thick B 10 4 6 Well Done about Ib B 17 12 14 Wieners l lb pkg 10 B C 6 1 2 If desired split sausages in half 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
18. Tip device should engage and prevent the range from tipping over If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason make sure the Anti Tip device is engaged when you push the range back against the wall Hit is not there is a possible risk of the range tipping over if you or a child stand sit or lean on an open door continued next page 3 SUUIJJILIJSU AJIJEN JUBLIOGUIT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued e Do not leave children alone or unattended where a range is hot or in operation They could be seriously burned Do not allow anyone to ebb stand or hang on the door broiler drawer or range top They could damage the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury Let burner grates and other surfaces cool before touching them or leaving them where children can reach them e 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 E Never pickup a flaming pan Turn off burner then smother flaming pan by covering pan completely with well fitting lid cookie sheet or fiat tray Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering with baking soda or
19. Y if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed 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 Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier 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 clef or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances e Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances namely benzene carbon monoxide formaldehyde and soot caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels Properly adjust
20. adjustment Loosen only the locking screws Note to which mark the pointer is pointing To make an adjustment carefully loosen approximately one turn but do not completely remove the two screws that hold the skirt to the knob Hold the knob blade in one hand and the outer skirt in the other hand To raise the oven temperature move the pointer in the direction of the arrow for RAISE To lower the temperature move the pointer in the direction of arrow for LOWER Each mark will change the oven temperature approximately 25 F We suggest that you make the adjustment one mark from the original setting and check oven performance before making any additional adjustments After the adjustment is made press skirt and knob together and retighten screws so they are snug but be careful not to overtighten Re install knob on range and check performance NOTE After an adjustment has been made the OFF and BROIL positions will not line up with the indicator mark on the control panel as they previously did This condition is normal and will not create a problem BAKING How to Set Your Range For Baking To avoid possible burns place the shelves in the correct position before you turn on the oven 1 Close the oven door Then turn the OVEN TEMP 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
21. breakers Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 Part No 164D2588P237 JGASO2PN Pub No 49 8438 JGASO2EN JLASO2PN Printed in United States
22. cator points to LPG To change to NAT turn fully clockwise so that indicator points to NAT elf desired the gas to the oven pilot can be turned off by turning the selector so the as is at the OFF position midway etween the LPG and NAT settings Thermostat on your range may not appear exactly as shown in diagram eOn electric ignition models the gas to the oven burner can be turned off A manual shut off valve is provided on manifold pipe 31 L OVEN OPERATION 1 With the oven thermostat dial in the OFF position light standing pilot on oven burner pilot assembly On electric ignition models do not attempt to manually light the oven pilot With control knob in OFF position light standing pilot Flame should appear as shown 2 Turn the thermostat dial to any temperate setting The oven pilot flame will enlarge and engulf the mercury bulb After prona y 30 45 seconds the main burner will come on 3 The oven can be used during periods of power outage See Surface Cooking section l SURFACE BURNER AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT 1 The approximate height of the flame at the high or full ON position is a distinct inner blue cone of at least 3 4 inch Turn valve knob counterclockwise 90 to the full ON position and adjust air shutter as follows A To correct a yellow flame Increase size of air shutter opening B To correct a lifting but distinct blue flame Decrease size of air shutter opening
23. d the oven liner is normal for the first few times oven is used This is temporary e The oven thermostat needs adjusting See the Do It Yourself Adjust the Oven Thermostat section If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information center Well Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance receive the assurance that ifyou ever need information or assistance from GE well be there All you have to do is dl toll free In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Saturdays Our factory trained technicians knowyour appliance inside and out so most repairs can be handled in just one visit GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Whatever your question about any GE major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week 800 626 2000 Upon request GE will provide Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of GE access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may appliance
24. e 1 Loosen but do not remove the 2 screws at the front of the oven bottom 2 Slide the screws back to release the front of the oven bottom 3 Lift the oven bottom up and pull forward until the rear tabs release from the back wall 4 Take the oven bottom out of the oven To replace the oven bottom 1 Insert the tabs into the slots in the rear of the oven wall 2 Slide the 2 screws at the front of the oven bottom forward and tighten them to secure the oven bottom in place The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish To make cleaning easier protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers This is particularly important when baking a fruit pie or other foods with high acid content Hot fruit fillings or foods that are acid in content such as milk tomato or sauerkraut and sauces with vinegar or lemon juice may cause pitting and damage to the porcelain enamel surface Broiler Drawer To remove 1 When the broiler is cool remove the rack and pan 2 Pull the broiler drawer half way out Pull the metal clip located in the center of the drawer bottom upward as far as it will go abut 2 inches Pull the drawer all the way out of the compartment 3 Clean the broiler drawer with hot soapy water To replace 1 Slide the broiler drawer onto the guide rails at the sides of the broiler compartment Push the drawer until completely closed 99 NOTE If the oven bottom is replaced incorrectly it may wa
25. e like many other household items is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting When moving the range on this type of flooring use care and it is recommended that these simple instructions be followed TY INSTRUCTIONS Gontined FLOORING UNDER THE RANGE Use only sass cookware that is recommended for use in gas ovens After broiling always take the broiler pan out of the range and clean it Leftover grease in the broiler pan can catch fire the next time you use _ the pan e When broiling if meat is too close to the flame the fat may ignite Trim excess fat to p prevent excessive flare ups e Make sure the broiler pan is in n place correctly to reduce the possibility of grease fires e If you should have a grease fire in the broiler pan turn off oven control and keep broiler drawer and oven door closed to contain ae until it burns out Never leave jars of fat d drippings on or near your range SAVE THESE ee The range should be installed on a 1 4 inch thick sheet of plywood or similar material as follows When the floor covering ends at the front of the range the area that the range will rest on should be built up with plywood to the same level or higher than the floor covering This will allow the range to be moved for cleaning or servicing LEVELING THE RANGE Leveling legs are located on each corner of the base of the range Your range mu
26. ed burners indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame will minimize incomplete combustion Exposure to these substances can bemmmimhized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood When You Get Your Range Have the installer show you the location of the range gas cut off valve and how to shut it off if necessary Have your range installed and properly grounded by a q cd installer in accordance with the Installation Instructions Any adjustment and service should be performed only by q cd gas range installers or service technicians Plug your range into a 120 volt grounded outlet only Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug Ifin doubt about the grounding of the home electrical system it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly grounded three prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code In Canada the appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this guide All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Locate range out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outage on standing pilot models and poor air circulation e Be sure all packing mated are removed from
27. eedle 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 NOTE a screw holds each of the burners in place to keep them from wobbling around during shipment Remove and discard the shipping screw Tilt the burner to one side at the end closest toward the back of the range This disengages it from the gas valves at the front of the range it lifts out easily Burner Grates Lift them out when cool Grates should be washed regularly and of course after spillovers Wash them in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water After cleaning dry 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 To get rid of burned on food place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag with 1 4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil Then scrub with a soap filled scouting pad if necessary 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 cleanser
28. en approximately two complete turns until the flame on the burner does not increase in length Adjust the top pilots if equipped The gas pressure regulator must be set to the natural gas setting so that it will provide a pressure of 4 inches of water column in the range manifold 3 REGULATOR CONVERSION All ranges are equipped with a gas pressure regulator for controlling and mipiniiine a uniform gas pressure in the gas manifold of the range The burner orifices are sized for the gas poui delivered by the regulator supplied e pressure regulator must not be removed To convert the regulator from one gas to another refer to the following illustration that applies 1 For a Harper Wyman regulator remove LP oe NAT converter cap by ye inserting a coin into slot in top and twisting Turn ca over and re install Harper Wyman Regulator 2 On the Maxitrol regulator unscrew cap dislodge the plastic converter plunger from the cap turn converter plunger over reinsert axitrol the converter plunger Regulator into cap and replace cap NOTE What you read on the converter cap or plunger is the type of gas for which the regulator 1s set If yours reads NAT the regulator is set for natural gas If yours reads LP the regulator is set for LP eFOR PROPER OPERATION THE MAXIMUM INLET PRESSURE TO THE REGULATOR MUST BE NO MORE THAN 14 INCHES OF WATER COLUMN PRESSURE For checking the regulator the inlet pressure mu
29. eral Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 H U D Part 280 or when such standards are not applicable the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations 1984 Manufactured Home Sites Communities and Set Ups ANSI A225 1atest 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 MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION The serial plate for your range is located under the cooktop at the rear of the burner box In addition to the model and serial numbers it tells you the ratings of the burners and type of fuel and pressure for which the range was adjusted when it left the factory When ordering parts always include the model number and serial number to ensure proper replacement parts Parts may be obtaine through General Electric Hotpoint Factory Service Centers or General Electric Hotpoint authorized Customer Care servicers 33 QUESTIONS USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM OVEN WILL NOT WORK TOP BURNERS DO NOT LIGHT OR DO NOT BURN EVENLY BURNERS HAVE YELLOW OR YELLOW TIPPED FLAMES BURNER FLAMES VERY LARGE OR YELLOW OVEN DOES NOT COOK PROPERLY STRONG ODOR OVEN TEMPERATURE TOO HOT OR TOO COLD POSSIBLE CAUSE e Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet e The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped or a fuse has been blown eOven controls not properly set
30. ers or pilot orifices Co Ge mw House Flare Nut Appliance Nut Flare Range Pressure Piping Union Connector Union eguiator Adapter Adapter 3 Install a manual shutoff valve in the gas line in an easily accessible location outside of the range Be sure you know how and whereto shut off the gas supply to the range 4 Check for leaks After connecting the range to gas check the system for leaks with a liquid leak etector at all joints and connections 5 Tighten all connections as necessary to prevent gas leakage in the range or supply line CAUTION DO NOT USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS 6 Check alignment of valves after connecting the range to the gas supply to be sure the manifold pipe has not been moved A misalignment could cause the valve knob stem to rub on the control panel resulting in a gas leak at the valve Disconnect the range and its individual shut off valve from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the system attest pressures greater than 1 2 psig Isolate the range from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system attest pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 30 CHECKING MANIFOLD GAS PRESSURE If it should be necessary to check the manifold gas pressure connect manometer water gauge or other pressure device to the top burner orifice farthest from the manifold inlet and turn b
31. ey may melt if left too close to the vent Do It Yourself Adjust the Oven Thermostat If you don t think the oven is heating at the right temperature when you are baking or roasting you can reset the thermostat yourself When cooking food for the first time in your new oven use time given on recipes as a guide Oven thermostats over a period of years may drift from the factory setting and the differences in timing between an old and a new oven of 5 to 10 minutes are not unusual Your oven has been set correctly at the factory and is more likely to be accurate than the oven which it replaced We do not recommend the use of inexpensive thermometers such as those found in the grocery store to check the temperature setting of your new oven These thermometers can vary by 20 40 degrees To decide how much to change the temperature set the oven temperature 25 F higher or lower than the temperature in your recipe then bake The results of this test should give you an idea of how much the temperature should be changed 19 e Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may become hot if left too close to the vent e Metal items will become very hot if they are left on the cooktop and could cause burns e Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers which may cause them to burst Note position of pointer to marks before
32. f the oven window with a mild non scratching cleaner and a damp cloth Lo Wash scour if necessary Rinse and dry The broiler pan and rack may also be cleaned in a dishwasher Do not store a soiled broiler pan and rack anywhere in the range Outside of door e Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven DO NOT let water run down through openings in the top of the 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 on the outside of the door continued next page 23 ID pue 341860 ZUUL CARE amp CLEANING continued Porcelain Oven Interior With proper care the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of the oven will stay new looting for years Let the range cool before ih By cleaning We recommend ES that you wear rubber gloves CD A 3 when cleaning the range Soap and water will normally do the job Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner Soapy wet metal pads may also be used Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content such as milk tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices or pie filling to remain o
33. g Step 2 Anti Tip Bracket Installation A Wood Construction 1 Floor Locate the center of the 2 holes identified in figure 1 as FLOOR WOOD Drill a I amp inch pilot hole in the center of each hole a nail or awl may be used if a drill is not available Secure the ANTI TIP bracket to the floor with the 2 screws provided Proceed to Step 3 2 Wall Locate the center of the 2 holes identified in figure 1 as WALL PLATE Drill an angled 1 8 inch pilot hole in the center of each hole as shown in amp e 2 And or awl maybe used if a drill is not available Secure the ANTI TIP bracket to the wall with the 2 screws provided as shown in figure 2 Proceed to Step 3 B Cement or Concrete Construction 1 Suitable screws for concrete construction can be obtained at the hardware store Drill the required size hole for the hardware obtained into the concrete at the center of the holes identified in figure 1 as FLOOR CEMENT Secure the ANTI TIP bracket to the floor Proceed to Step 3 28 Step 3 Range Installation A Complete the initiation of the range per the initiation instructions provided with the product B Align the range to its designated location and shale it back into position NOTE A minimum clearance of 5 amp inch is required between the range and the leveling foot that will engage the ANTI TIP bracket see figure 2 C For SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS as well as optimum performance adjust the
34. ge that fails because of a manufacturing defect e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Cars material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service elmproper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical gas exhausting and other connecting facilities as Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original is needed to obtain service purchase date under warranty This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same 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 vour appliance need service during the warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 described in the Installation Instructions provided with the product Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
35. handle Top of Range Cookware Aluminum Medium weight cookware is recommended because it heats quickly and evenly Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet Use saucepans with tight fitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water Cast iron If heated slowly most skillets will give satisfactory results Enamelware Under some conditions the enamel of some cookware may melt Follow cookware manufacturer s recommendations for cooking methods Glass There are 2 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 After Lighting a Burner e After the burner ignites turn the knob to adjust the flame size eCheck to be sure the burner you turned on is the one you want to use e Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat e Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you place your hand a pot holder cleaning cloths or other materials on them With too much air the flame will be unsteady possibly won t burn all the way around and will be noisy sounding like a blowtorch With not enough air you won t see any sharp blue cones in the flame you may see yellow tips and soot may accumulate on pots and pans To adjust the flow of air to the burners rotate the shutters to allow more or less ai
36. imum Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats Roasting is easy just follow these directions 1 Place the shelf in the A or B position No preheating is necessary 2 Check the weight of the meat Place it fat side up or for poultry breast side up on the y roasting rack in a shallow pan The melting fat will baste the meat Select a pan as close to the size of the meat as possible The broiler pan with rack is a good pan for this Line the broiler pan with aluminum foil when using the pan for marinating cooking with fruits cooking heavily cured meats or basting food during cooking Avoid spilling these materials inside the oven or inside the oven door Aw After roasting is complete turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and then remove the food from the oven Frozen Roasts Frozen roasts of beef pork lamb etc can be started without thawing but allow 10 to 25 minutes per pound additional time 10 minutes per pound for roasts under 5 pounds more time for larger roasts Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired setting Most meats continue to cook slightly while standing after being removed from the oven Standing time recommended for roasts is 10 to 20 minutes This allows roasts to firm up and makes them easier to carve Internal temperature will rise about 5 to 10 F To compensate for temperature increase if desired remove the roast from the oven sooner at 5 to 10 F less than
37. inating the need for standing pilot lights with constantly burning flames In case of a power failure you can light the surface bumers 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 The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed When one burner is turned to LITE all the burners spark Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on An electric shock may result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware Lighting Instructions for Standing Pilot Models JGAS02PN JLASO2PN The surface burners on these ranges have standing pilots that must be lit initially To light them 1 Be sure surface burner control knobs are in the OFF position 2 Remove the grates and lift the cooktop up see the Cooktop section 3 Locate the 2 pilot ports and light each of them with a match Surface Burner Controls The knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are located on the control panel on the front of the range 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 pilot adjustment screw pilot tubes DE x 4 If the pilots need adjusting turn the adjusting screw located
38. instructions in this book to relight e 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 Cleaning Your Range Clean only parts listed in this Use and Care Guide Keep_ clean and free of accumulations of grease or spillovers which may ignite Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the area over the pilot on standing pilot models will be hot continued next page suononaysuy Ajajes juvjiodwy Oven e Do not use the oven for a storage a area Items stored i in the oven can ignite Place the oven shelves in the desired poston l while the oven is cool Stand away froai the range when oeiki the door of a hot oven The hot air and steam that escapes can cause burns to hands face and eyes Keep the oven free from grease buildup Pulling out the shelf to the shelf stop i sa convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from tce gt hot surfaces of the door or oven walls si 3 Do not heat unopened food containers ae Pressure could build up and the contain burst causing an injury Do not use aluminum foil anywhere except as described in this book Mi result in a fire hazard or damage to the When using cooking or roasting 1 oven follow Te Tiannfacturer direction Your rang
39. ir to circulate and brown the meat ROASTING GUIDE Oven Type temperature Doneness Meat Tender cuts rib high quality sirloin Rare 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 shedder Well Done Ham precooked To Warm Poultry Chicken or Duck Well Done Chicken pieces Well Done Turkey Well Done A pprorimate Roasting Time Internal in Minutes per Poun Temperature F 3 to 5 lbs 6 to 8 Ibs 140 150 F 150 1600 170 1850 140 15007 150 1600 170 1850 170 1800 170 1800 18 23 minutes per pound any weight 115 1250 3 to 5 lbs Over 5 lbs 3540 3 amp 35 185 1900 35 40 185 1900 10 to 15 Ibs Over 15 Ibs In thigh 16 22 12 19 185 1900 For boneless rolled roasts over 6 inches thick add 5 to 10 minutes per pound to times given above tThe 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 16 BROILING How to Broil Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the Your range has a compartment below the oven for food Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiling A specially designed broiler pan and rack broiled Follow these steps to keep spattering and allow dripping fat to
40. kes and cookies require this type of pm e Glass baking dishes also absorb heat When baking in glass baking dishes lower the temperature by 25 F and use the recommended cooking time in the recipe This is not necessary when baking pies or casseroles Pan Placement For even cooking and proper browning there must be enough room for air circulation in the oven Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered as much as possible rather than being placed to the front or to the back of the oven Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven Allow 1to 1 inch space between pans as well as from the back of the oven the door and the sides If you use 2 shelves stagger the pans so is not directly above the other continued next page 13 UIAQ INOX BSUISN Sulyeg BAKING continued Baking Guides When using prepared baking mixes follow package recipe or instructions for the best baking results Cookies When baking cookies flat cookie sheets without sides produce better looking cookies Cookies baked in a jelly roll pan short sides all around may have darker edges and pale or light browning may occur Do not use a cookie sheet so large that it touches the walls or the door of the oven Never entirely cover a shelf with a large cookie sheet For best results use only 1 cookie sheet in the oven at a time Pies For best results bake pies in dark rough or dull pans
41. ld light within 60 seconds To light the oven pilot Be sure the OVEN TEMP knob is in the OFF position Remove the oven bottom and the burner baffle See the Care and Cleaning section Find the oven pilot port at the back of the oven 10 t3 e Power failure An electrical power failure will not affect the standing oven pilot W Oven Control Your oven is controlled by an OVEN TEMP knob After the oven reaches the selected temperature the It will normally take 30 90 seconds before the flame oven burner cycles off completely then on with a comes on full flame to maintain the selected temperature Air Adjustment An air adjustment shutter for the oven burner regulates the flow of air to the flame You ll find the shutter against the into the burner tube as needed extend out over the baffle edges back wall behind Air the broiler drawer adjustment shutter To reach it remove the oven bottom see the Care and Cleaning section and the burner baffle To adjust the flow of air loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter to allow more or less air When the right amount of air flows into the burner the flame should be steady with approximately 1 2 inch blue cones and should not Oven Shelves The shelves are designed with stop lock so when To remove a shelf placed correctly on the shelf supports they will from the oven pull stop before coming completely out
42. llation Code CAN CGA B149 2 and with local codes where applicable This range has been design certified by the American Gas Association according to ANSI 221 1 latest edition and Canadian Gas Association according to CAN CGA 1 1 latest edition As with any appliance using gas and generating heat there are certain safety precautions you should follow You will find these precautions in the Important Safety Instructions in the front of this book Read them carefully eBe sure your range is properly installed by a qualified installer or service technician e This range must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in their absence with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 latest edition and Canadian Gas Association according to CAN CGA 1 1 latest edition See Electrical Connection Information Before installing the range in an area covered with linoleum or any other synthetic floor covering make sure the floor covering can withstand heat at least 90 F above room temperature without shrinking warping or discoloring e A range should NOT be installed directly over kitchen carpeting unless an insulating pad of 1 4 inch thick piece of plywood is placed between the range and carpet Make sure the wall coverings around the range can withstand the heat generated by the range Make sure all controls remain in the OFF position when the range is not in use 26 TOOLS YOU WILL NEED FOR LEVELING
43. ment and seine the food immediately Leave the pan outside the range to cool oo Use of Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan and broiler rack However you must mold the foil tightly to the rack and cut slits in it just like the rack Without the slits the foil will prevent fat and meat juices from draining to the broiler pan The juices could become hot enough to catch on fire If you do not cut the slits you are frying not broiling e S Questions amp Answers Q When broiling is it necessary to always use a Q Why are my meats not turning out as brown A rack in the pan as they should A Yes Using the rack suspends the meat over the A Check to see if you are using the recommended pm As the meat cooks the juices fall into the pan shelf position Broil for longest period of time thus keeping meat drier Juices are protected by the indicated in the Broiling Guide Turn the food only rack and stay cooler thus preventing excessive once during broiling spatter and smoking Q Should I salt the meat before broiling A No Salt draws out the juices and allows them to evaporate Always salt after cooking Turn meat with tongs piercing meat with a fork also allows Juices to escape When broiling poultry or fish brush each side often with butter 17 continued next page The oven and broiler compartment doors must be closed during broiling 1 Always use the broiler pan and
44. n the surface They may cause a dull spot even after cleaning Household ammonia may make the cleaning job easier Place 1 2 cup in a shallow glass or pottery container in a cold oven overnight The ammonia fumes will help loosen the burned on grease and food Metal Parts If necessary you may use an oven cleaner Follow package directions Cautions about using spray on oven cleaners e Do not spray on the electrical controls and switches because it could cause a short circuit and result in sparking or fire eDo not allow a film from the cleaner to build up on the temperature sensor it could cause the oven to heat improperlv The sensor is located at the top of the oven Carefully wipe the sensor clean after each oven cleaning being careful not to move the sensor as a change in its position could affect how the oven bakes e Do not spray any oven cleaner on the oven door handles or any exterior surface of the oven wood or painted surfaces The cleaner can damage these surfaces Do not use steel wool abrasives ammonia or commercial oven cleaners To safely clean surfaces wash rinse and then dry with a soft cloth BEFORE YOU BEGIN IMPORTANT Read these instructions completely and Remove all packing material and carefully literature from oven before connecting IMPORTANT Save these instructions gas and electrical supply to range for the local electrical inspectors use INSTALLER Leave these
45. o labels on the range front frame near the 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 alder or builder that sold you the range Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this book It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself we A WARNING ALL RANGES CAN TIP eINJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT eINSTALL THE ANTI TIP DEVICE PACKED WITH THE RANGE eSEE THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IF YOU NEED SERVICE To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book To obtain replacement parts contact GE Hotpoint Service Centers We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follow for further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 FINALL
46. of food and the browning desired As a general rule place most foods in the middle of the oven on either the shelf position B or C See the chart for suggested shelf positions 2 Check the food for doneness at the minimum time on the recipe Cook longer if necessary Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and remove the food For best baking results follow these suggestions Type of Food Shelf Position Biscuits or muffins Brownies Layer cakes Bundt or pound cakes Pies or pie shells Frozen pies Casseroles Preheating Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it Preheat means bringing the oven up to the specified temperature before putting in the food To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature selecting a higher temperature does not shorten the preheat time 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 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 Ca
47. of the may be used during an electrical power outage by broiler compartment on the right side of the burner carefully following the steps below NOTE The oven must beat room temperature To light the oven pilot during an electrical before you should attempt to light the oven pilot power outage manually 1 Be sure the OVEN TEMP knob is in the 6 Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired OFF position temperature setting 2 Open both the oven and broiler doors and wait 5 7 Light the pilot with a match and withdraw your arm minutes to allow any pilot gas to dissipate immediately because the oven burner may light in as little as 20 seconds W Unplug the range from the wall outlet turn off the circuit breaker or remove the fuse to avoid Replace the broiler pan and close the oven and accidental ignition of the oven if electrical power is broiler doors restored while you are lighting the pilot o0 NOTE It is necessary to light the pilot manually 4 Remove the broiler pan each time the oven is used during a power outage Lighting Instructions for Standing Pilot Models JGAS02PN JLAS02PN These ranges have standing oven pilots that must be 4 Using a long match or match holder reach in and lit initially light the oven pilot 5 Place the burner baffle and the oven bottom and close the door Your oven and broiler are now ready for use e To light the oven burner turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired temperature The burner shou
48. of the oven and it toward you tilt will not tilt when you are removing food from them the front end Li or placing food on them upward and pull _ eee When placing cookware on a shelf pull the shelf out the shelf out pas to the stop position Place the cookware on the To replace place the shelf on the shelf support with shelf then slide the shelf back into the oven the top locks curved extension of the shelf facing up This will eliminate reaching into the hot oven and toward the rear of the oven Tilt up the front and push the shelf toward the back of the oven until it goes past stop on the oven wall Then lower the front of the shelf and push it all the way back Shelf Positions The oven has 4 shelf supports for normal baking and roasting identified in this illustration as A bottom B C D top Shelf positions for cooking are suggested on the Baking Broiling and Roasting pages continued next page VAC MVA FUSA USING your OVEN continued Oven Vents The oven is vented through duct openings at the rear of the cooktop See the Features section Do not block the opening when cooking in the oven it is important that the flow of hot air from the oven and fresh air to the oven burner be uninterrupted e The vent openings and nearby surfaces may become hot during baking and broiling Do not touch them e Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop th
49. on the pilot filter manifold manifold pipe panel 5 Lower the cooktop Your surface burners are now ready for use 6 Observe lighted burners Compare the flames to pictures in the Problem Solver If any flame is unsatisfactory call for service Before Lighting a Burner elf drip pans are supplied 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 Electric Ignition Models Push the control knob in and turn it to LITE You will hear alittle clicking noise the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner Standing Pilot Model Push control knob in and turn it to HI position The burner should light within a few seconds lt m Air Adjustment An air adjustment shutter for each surface burner regulates the flow of air to the flame When the right amount of air flows into the burner the flame will be steady relatively quiet and have approximately 3 4 inch sharp blue cones This is usually the case with factory preset shutter settings Air adjustment shutter How to Select Name Size Watch the flame not the knob as you reduce heat The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using FOR SAFE HANDLING OF COOKWARE NEVER LET THE FLAME EXTEND UP THE SIDES OF THE COOKWARE Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware is wasted and only serves to heat the
50. r into the burner tubes as needed 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 SUISOO7 JILJAING 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 book handy where you can refer to it especially during the first weeks of using your new range Lighting Instructions for Electric Ignition Model JGAS02EN The oven burner on this range is lighted by electric ignition To light the burner turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired temperature The burner should light within 30 90 seconds After the oven reaches the selected temperature the oven burner cycles on and off to maintain the selected temperature Power Outage A burner in use when an electrical power failure 5 Locate the oven pilot assembly by looking into the occurs will continue to operate normally Your oven broiler opening The pilot is at the back
51. range so that it is level This maybe checked by placing a level or a large pan of water on the cooktop or the oven rack If an adjustment is required pull the range forward tip the range and rotate the level feet as required D To check the range for proper instigation of the ANTI TIP bracket use a flashlight and look underneath the bottom of the range to see that one of the rear leveling legs is engaged in the bracket slot E Proceed with the remainder of the initiation instructions provided with the range Ss ee 7 DE Marked Edge Bracket Side Range Foot FIGURE ONE NOTE Use a minimum of 2 screws to install bracket to the wali or floor Screws must enter wood Range Bottom Bracket i 5 8 Minimum K U m AN FIGURE TWO L CONVERT BURNER ORIFICES AND PRESSURE REGULATOR IF NECESSARY E abana LP GAS SETTING 1 CONVERTING BURNER ORIFICES TO LP GAS Tighten the orifice hoods for the surface burners and oven burner approximately two complete turns to the closed position and adjust top pilots if equipped The gas pressure regulator must be converted to the LP gas setting so that it will provide a pressure of 10 inches water column to the range manifold KORETTI NAT GAS SETTING 2 CONVERTING BURNER ORIFICES TO NATURAL GAS ONLY IF RANGE HAS BEEN OPERATED PREVIOUSLY ON LP GAS Unscrew the orifice hoods for all burners top and ov
52. rp and cause undesirable baking results To protect the oven bottom surface place a piece of aluminum foil slightly larger than the baking dish on the shelf below to catch any boilovers It should not completely cover the shelf as this would cause uneven heat in the oven Aluminum foil should not be placed on the oven bottom If a spillover does occur on the oven bottom allow the oven to cool first You can clean the bottom with soap and water a mild abrasive cleanser soap filled abrasive pads or an oven cleaner following package directions Broiler Pan and Rack After broiling remove the broiler pan and rack from the oven Wait until the oven is cool Remove the rack from the pan Carefully pour out the grease in the pan into a proper container If food has burned on sprinkle the rack with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth Burned on foods will soak loose while the meal is being served Oven Door TO CLEAN THE DOOR Inside of door eSoap and water will normally do the job Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner Soapy wet metal pads may also be used Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content such as milk tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices or pie filling to remain on the surface They may cause a dull spot even after cleaning e If necessary you may use an oven cleaner Follow package directions eClean the inside o
53. s and a brochure to call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request assist in planning a barrier free information or service kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 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 booklet can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to cover procedures intended to be performed by any user their home The GE parts system provides access to over Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are service personnel Caution must be exercised since fully warranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards improper servicing may cause unsafe operation are accepted IIAJOS Wa qo1g IL S 1aumMsu0 SIJAT YOUR GE 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 ran
54. s 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 Oven Shelves The shelves can be cleaned by hand using soap and water or with an abrasive cleaner After cleaning rinse the shelves with clean water and dry To remove heavy burned on soil you may use scouring pads After scrubbing wash with soapy water rinse and dry Although they re durable the grates will gradually lose their shine regardless of the best care you can give them This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat PS When replacing a pair of grates the irregular sides should meet in the middle ID pue ava The control knobs may be removed for easier 4 A cleaning To remove the amp knob pull it straight off ON the stem If knob is aA difficult to remove place 7 a towel or dishcloth between the knob and control panel and pull gently Wash the knobs in soap and water or a vinegar and hot water solution but do not soak m SUUR continued next page 21 CARE AND CLEANING continued Removable Oven Bottom The oven bottom can be removed to make cleaning easier Make sure the oven is completely cool To remov
55. st be at least l inch of water column 3 4 KPA greater than the regulator output setting If the regulator is set for 4 inches of water column pressure the inlet pressure must beat least 5 inches If the regulator is set for 10 inches the inlet pressure must be at least 11 inches e The gas supply line to the range should be 1 2 inch or 3 4 inch pipe 3 For standing pilot models make the necessary oven pilot adjustment see directions in STEP 7 Also burner air shutter adjustments may be necessary on all models to complete conversion see STEP 9 LL CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS 1 If the range is to be connected to house piping with flexible or semi rigid metal appliance connector connector nuts MUST NOT be connected directly to pipe threads 2 The appliance connector must be installed by using the proper flare union adaptors with the connector Cutoff valve appliance connector and adaptors are not supplied with the range Because solid pipe restricts moving the range we recommend use of A G A certified flexible tubing In Canada flexible connectors must be single wall metal connectors no longer than 6 feet in length e The house piping and connector used to connect the range to the main gas supply must be clean free of metal shavings ruse dirt or liquids oil or water Contaminants in the supply lines can work their way into the range manifold and cause failure of gas valves or controls and clog burn
56. st be level in order to produce proper cooking and baking results Merit is in its final location place a level horizontally on any oven shelf and check the levelness front to back and side to side Level the range by adjusting the leveling legs or by placing shims under the comers as needed 6 One of the rear leveling legs will engage the Anti Tip device allow for some side to side adjustment Allow a minimum clearance of 1 8 inch between the range and the leveling leg that is to be installed into the Anti Tip device Standing Pilot Models JGAS02PN JLASO2PN Electric Ignition Model JGAS02EN Feature Index 1 Anti Tip Device see Safety Instructions 2 Model and Serial Number 3 Removable Oven Bottom 4 Surface Burner Controls 5 Oven Vent located in center of rear of range 6 Surface Burners and Gratin ae Explained on page 3 5 14 15 17 FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE A1arre suonmn nsu SUIJIAI ZULIOOL Explained Feature Index on page 7 Cooktop 8 OVEN TEMP Knob 9 Oven Shelf Supports Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the Baking Roasting and Broiling pages 10 Oven Shelves with Stop Locks 9 15 17 11 Broiler Pan and Rack 13 15 17 asuey INOA Jo SIIMVIJA SURFACE COOKING Lighting Instructions for Electric Ignition Models JGAso2EN The surface burners on some models are lighted by electric ignition elim
57. the temperature in the Roasting Guide NOTE Remember that the food will continue to cook in a hot oven and therefore should be removed when the desired internal temperature has been reached Thaw most frozen poultry before roasting to ensure even doneness Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked successfully without thawing Follow the directions given on the package label continued next page sulyeg SUIISLOY 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 them from the 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 unnecessary 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 Q Can I seal the sides of my foil tent when roasting a turkey A Sealing the foil will steam the meat Leaving it unsealed allows the a
58. urner valve on For an accurate pressure check have at least 2 other top burners burning Be sure the gas supply inlet pressure is at least one inch above specified range manifold pressure The gas supply ome should never be over 14 inches W C When properly adjusted for Natural Gas the W C pressure is 4 inches for LP Gas the W C pressure is 10 inches The serial plate located under the main top in the burner box area indicates for which type of gas your range was factory adjusted L IF RANGE HAS ELECTRIC IGNITION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION CAUTION FOR PERSONAL SAFETY DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE This os He must be supplied with the proper vo ue and frequency and connected to an individual properly grounded and polarized branch circuit protected by a circuit breaker or time delay fuse as noted on the rating plate Wiring must conform to National Electric Codes or the prevailing local code for a range of this kilowatt rating See the rating plate under the main top for this information elf the electric supply provided does not meet the above specifications calla amp licensed electricia INSURE PROPER GROUND EXISTS BEFORE USE ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle Do not cut or remove the grounding
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