GE JBP26 User's Manual
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1. Always keep combustible wall coverings curtains or drapes a safe distance from your range Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range Keep the hood and grease filters clean to maintain good venting and to avoid grease fires 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 touch the surface units the heating elements or the interior surface of the oven These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact the surface units areas nearby the surface units or any interior area of the oven allow sufficient time for cooling first Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop areas facing the cooktop oven vent opening surfaces near the opening crevices around the oven door REMEMBER The inside surface2. Before You Call For Service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following W first and you may not need to call for service Problem Surface units not functioning properly The display goes blank or indicator lights come on when range is not in use Clock and timer do not work Oven light does not work Oven will not work Food does not bake or roast properly Possible Causes The surface units are not plugged in solidly e Check to see the correct control is set for the surface The surface unit controls improperly set The drip pans are not set securely in the cooktop Power surge Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet e Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Oven controls improperly set See the Using the clock and timer section Light bulb is loose or defective Switch operating light is broken Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet e Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped See the Using the oven section Oven controls improperly set Door left in the locked position Oven controls improperly set e See the Using the oven section Shelf position is incorrect or the shelf is not level e See the Using the oven section Inco
3. oily This is normal in a new e To speed the process set a self clean cycle for a odor emitting from oven and will disappear minimum of 3 hours See the Using the self the vent in time cleaning oven section Strong odor An odor from the insulation This is temporary around the inside of the oven is normal for the first few times the oven is used Storage drawer Rear drawer support is e Reposition the drawer See the Storage Drawer is crooked on top of the guide rail Removal instructions in the Care and cleaning of your range section Operating Instructions Storage drawer Power cord may be e Reposition the drawer and power cord See the wont close obstructing drawer Storage Drawer Removal instructions in the Care and in the lower back cleaning of your range section of the range Rear drawer support is Reposition the drawer See the Storage Drawer on top of the guide rail Removal instructions in the Care and cleaning of your range section Care and Cleaning A D S A r S rvice Customer Se 24 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 25 Notes 20 3IIA JBUIOISN T suo n nnsuj Ajajeg suon nysuj Guyesadg buiueajg pue 3189 sdij bunooysajqnosj GE Electric Range Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician For service call 8
4. GE Appliances Owner s Manual JBP24 JBP26 JBP30 JBP35 Self Cleaning Electric Ranges Part No 164D3333P124 1 Pub No 49 888689 1 5 99 JR Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning ZA D S A S rvice Customer Se Safety Information Anti lip Device 3 Safety Precautions 3 4 Surface Cooking Units 5 A EE E T 6 Operating Instructions Using the Surface Units Using the Oven 8 10 Using the Clock and Timer 11 Oven Thermostat 13 Self Cleaning al Care and Cleaning Control Knobs 16 Oven shelves ae aa 17 Lift Off Oven Door 18 Broiler Pan amp Grid 19 Oven Gee ta S 19 SUMACE UNIS E aoe s 20 Lift Up Cooktop 20 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 21 24 Customer Service VIVE Tcl IOV arene a 2 Service Telephone Numbers Back Cover Congratulations You Are Now Part of the GE Family Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use Owner s Manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you use your range That s important because your new range will be part of your family for many years And we h
5. Q gt z Q I buiuea sdij Gunooysasqnosy JOUIOJSN GIINIIA Operating Instructions BRR GVA ie ys Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips rvice N S IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the oven door Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands face and or eyes mn Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Keep the oven vent unobstructed Keep the oven free from grease buildup Place the oven shelf in the desired position while the oven is cool If shelves must be handled when hot do not let pot holder When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturer s directions Do not use the oven to dry newspapers If overheated they can catch on fire Do not use the oven fora storage area Items stored in an oven can ignite Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not contact the heating elements in use Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottoms except as suggested in this manual Improper installation of aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire Pulling out the shelf to the stop lock is a convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls SELF CLEAN
6. the OFF position than the factory setting a minus sign and the adjusted temperature will appear HOUR Press and hold the HOUR pads for aihe are P PP 5 seconds until the display changes Wait several seconds for the control to automatically set and return to its previous setting Before display changes back press the HOUR pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 5 degree increments NOTE This adjustment will not affect the broiling or the self cleaning temperatures The The oven temperature can be adjusted as adjustment will be retained after a power failure much as 35 F or down as much as 35 F The type of margarine will affect baking performance Most recipes for baking have been developed using high fat products such as butter or margarine 80 fat If you decrease the fat the recipe may not give the same results as with a higher fat product Recipe failure can result if cakes pies pastries cookies or candies are made with low fat spreads The lower the fat content of a spread product the more noticeable these differences become Federal standards require products labeled margarine to contain at least 80 fat by weight Low fat spreads on the other hand contain less fat and more water The high moisture content of these spreads affects the texture and flavor of baked goods For best results with your old favorite recipes use margarine butter or stick spreads containing at least 70 vegeta
7. cloth NOTE The oven shelves may be cleaned in the self cleaning oven However the shelves will darken in color lose their luster and become hard to slide if cleaned during the self cleaning cycle Porcelain Enamel Cooktop The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but breakable if misused This finish is acid resistant However any acidic foods spilled such as fruit juices tomato or vinegar should not be permitted to remain on the finish Painted Surfaces Painted surfaces include the sides top of backguard and the drawer front Clean these with soap and water or a vinegar and water solution Oven Vent The oven is vented through an opening under the right rear surface unit his area could become hot during oven use It is normal for steam to come out of the vent and moisture may collect underneath when the oven is in use To make the shelves slide more easily apply a small amount of vegetable oil or cooking oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the oven shelves with the paper towel If acids spill on the cooktop while it is hot use a dry paper towel or cloth to wipe it up right away When the surface has cooled wash with soap and water Rinse well For other spills such as fat spatterings wash with soap and water or cleansing powders after the surface has cooled Rinse well Polish with a dry cloth Do not use commercial oven cleaners cleaning powders steel wool or harsh abrasives on a
8. of the oven may be hot when the door is opened Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY D Cook meat and poultry thoroughly meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160 F and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180 F Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness SURFACE COOKING UNITS Use proper pan size select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the surface unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of cookware to surface unit will also improve efficiency LEE ER gt suon nnsuj Ajajes Never leave the surface units unattended at high heat settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire Do not use aluminum foil to line the drip pans or anywhere in the oven except as described in this manual Misuse could result in a shock fire hazard or damage to the range Be sure the drip pans and the vent duct are not covered and are in place Their absence during cooking could damage range parts and wiring Only certain types of glass glass ceramic earthenware or other glazed containers are suitable for cooktop service others may break because of the sudden change in te
9. the cleaning cycle Exposure can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood Guluea Fluorescent light bulbs contain mercury If your model has a surface light you must recycle the fluorescent light bulb according to local state and federal codes AU gt WW SAFETY PRECAUTIONS a When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following am ae N Use this appliance only for its intended Before performing any service disconnect S purpose as described in this Owner s Manual the range power supply at the household y p l distribution panel by removing the fuse or 5 e sure your appliance is properly installed ee ne 7 switching off the circuit breaker and grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the provided installation Do not leave children alone children instructions should not be left alone or unattended in an area where an appliance is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker or fuse Mark it for easy reference JOWIOJSN GIINIIA Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the door storage drawer or cooktop They could damage the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury 3 Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in th
10. the door completely Push the hinge locks back in towards the front frame To clean the inside of the door Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned during the self clean cycle you do not need to clean this by hand The area outside the gasket and the door liner can be cleaned with a soap filled steel wool or plastic pad hot water and detergent Rinse well with a vinegar and water solution To clean the outside of the door 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 Do not let water drip into the vent openings If any stain on the door vent trim is persistent use a soft abrasive cleaner and a sponge scrubber for best results 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 Do not use oven cleaners cleaning powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door Wire cover holder After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven Oven Light Replacement CAUTION Before replacing your oven light bulb disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely To remove the cover Hold a hand un
11. y N Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day TIMER ON OFF y_N The timer is a minute timer only The timer does not control oven operations The maximum setting on the timer is 11 hours and 59 minutes COOK TIME TIMER ON OFF y_N ON OFF y_N To Set the Clock The clock must be set to the correct time of day for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly The time of day cannot be changed during a timed baking or self cleaning cycle To Black Out the Clock If you have several clocks in your kitchen you may wish to black out the time of day display of your range If so press the CLOCK pad Press the CLOCK pad twice to retain the time of day after a black out To Set the Timer Press the TIMER ON OFF pad To Reset the Timer If the display is still showing the time remaining you may change it by pressing the HOUR and MIN pads until the time you want appears in the display To Cancel the Timer Press the TIMER ON OFF pad twice End of Cycle Tones Clear the tones by pressing the pad of the function you are using Press the CLOCK pad Press the HOUR and MIN pads until the time of day shows in the display Although you cannot see it the clock maintains the correct time of day It will reappear for the duration of any function that displays a Start Time or Cook Time Press the CLOCK pad again to bring back the display Press the HOUR and MIN pads unti
12. 00 GE CARES For The Period Of GE Will Provide One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the date of the During this full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor original purchase and in home service to replace the defective part What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit product breakers Improper installation Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used SECS for other than the intended purpose or used Incidental or consequential damage to personal commercially property caused by possible defects with this appliance This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 ZF suon nnsuj Ajajes suononysuy Guyesadg X Q Q Q I buiuea sdij Gunooysa
13. 3 4 reirigerator temperature Medium 1 to 1 1 2 Ibs E 8 6 thick are difficult Well Done 10 8 to cook rare Slash fat ee Raret 1 1 2 thick D 10 8 ASTUTE SNS RANE DET ts Medium 2 to 2 1 2 Ibs D 15 10 12 popular but you should know that Well Done z 20 20 ng i 140 F ee dee vee Chicken 1 whole cut up C 25 25 Brush each side with some food poisoning organisms may o y 2 to 2 Ibs melted butter survive Source Safe Food Book ENN aa ei Your Kitchen Guide USDA Rev SP ENgiNIsE n a 0NN Breast first June 1985 Bakery Product Bread toast 2 to 4 slices Space evenly Place English Muffin 2 split English muffins cut side up and brush with butter if desired Cut through back of shell Spread open Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time Handle and turn very carefully Brush with lemon butter before and during cooking E if desired Steaks 2 1 thick E 10 5 Turn carefully Do not Fillets 2 1 2 to 3 4 thick E 10 turn skin side down Ham Slices 1 2 thick precooked 1 thick E E E E Lobster Tails Fish Fillets 1 Ib 1 4 to 1 2 thick Salmon Pork Chops 2 1 2 thick 10 10 Slash fat Well Done 2 1 thick about 1 Ib 15 15 Lamb Chops Medium 2 1 thick about 10 7 4 Slash fat Well Done to 12 0z 10 9 Medium 2 1 2 thick about 1 Ib 9 6 Well Done 10 Using the clock and timer Not all features are on all models CLOCK
14. ING OVEN Do not use oven cleaners No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven Residue from oven cleaners will damage the inside of the oven when the self clean cycle is used Do not clean the door gasket The door gasket is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the gasket If the self cleaning mode malfunctions turn the oven off and disconnect the power supply Have it serviced by a qualified technician Clean only parts listed in this Owner s Manual Before self cleaning the oven remove the broiler pan grid and other cookware Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before starting the self cleaning operation vil XK Read and follow this Safety Information carefully N SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Using the surface units Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF when you finish cooking lt Not over 1 inch Use only flat bottomed woks How to Set Push the knob in and turn in either direction to the setting you want At both OFF and HI the control clicks into position You may hear slight clicking sounds during cooking indicating the control is maintaining your desired setting A surface unit ON indicator light will glow when any surface unit is on Surface Cookware Tips Use medium or heavy weight co
15. back until the stops clear the guides Lower the front of the drawer and push back until it closes 19 suon nnsuj Ajajes suo n nysuj Guyesadg X Q Q E I Guluea sdij Gunooysasqnosy JOUIOJSN GIINIIA Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Y D S T S rvice Customer Se Care and cleaning of the range Be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the surface units are cool before attempting to remove them Surface unit Drip pan Receptacle Be sure all surface units are turned off before raising the cooktop 20 Surface Units To clean the surface units turn the control to the highest setting for a minute The coils will burn off any soil To remove a surface unit To remove the drip pans for cleaning the surface units must be removed first Lift the surface unit about inch above the drip pan and pull it out Do not lift the surface unit more than 1 inch If you do it may not lie flat on the drip pan when you plug it back in NOTE Repeated lifting of the surface unit more than 1 inch above the drip pan can permanently damage the receptacle Drip Pans Remove the surface units Then lift out the drip pans For best results clean the drip pans by hand Place them in a covered container or a plastic bag with 1 4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil Then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary R
16. ble oil 3 suon nnsuj Ajajes suo n nysuj Guyesadg X Q Q Q a buiuea sdij bunooysajqnoij 1 0JSNI 3I AEUR A Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Y D S T S rvice Customer Se Using the self cleaning oven Never force the latch handle Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism es VY X W VA YA WG K J DNA Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom OVEN ON x 7 zao 0 259 W 2 gt gt d PREHEATED 500 qg 9 HOUR 14 Before a Clean Cycle We recommend venting your kitchen with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood during the first self clean cycle Remove the shelves broiler pan broiler grid all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven The oven shelves can be self cleaned but they will darken lose their luster and become hard to slide Soil on the front frame of the range and outside the gasket on the door will need to be cleaned by hand Clean these areas with hot water soap filled steel wool pads or cleansers such as Soft Scrub Rinse well with clean water and dry How to Set the Oven for Cleaning Latch the door Turn the Oven Temperature knob to CLEAN Clean cycle time is normally 4 hours You can change the clean time to between 3 hours and 5 hours 59 minutes by using the HOUR and MIN pads When the CLEAN light flashes slide the latch ha
17. cle when you wanted to bake roast or broil Crackling or popping sound eZ Possible Causes Oven controls improperly set Door not open to the broil stop position as recommended Improper shelf position being used Cookware not suited for broiling Aluminum foil used on the the broiling pan and grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended In some areas the power voltage may be low Oven thermostat needs adjustment Power outage or surge The oven temperature is too high to set a self clean operation Oven controls improperly set Oven door is not in the locked position Oven door locked during cooking What To Do e Make sure you turn the knob all the way to the BROIL position e See the Using the oven section o See the Broiling Guide e Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range e See the Using the oven section Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes e Broil for the longest period of time recommended in the Broiling Guide e See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself section e Some models will automatically resume their setting once the power is restored On models with a clock you must reset the clock If the oven was in use you must reset it by turning the Oven Temperature knob back to OFF setting the clock and resetting any cooking function e Allow the range to cool to room temperature and reset the cont
18. d rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture These deposits are usually a salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle repeat the cycle You cannot set the oven for cooking until the oven is cool enough for the door to be unlatched While the oven is self cleaning you can press the CLOCK pad to display the time of day To return to the clean countdown press the COOK TIME ON OFF pad If the shelves become hard to slide apply a small amount of vegetable oil or cooking oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the oven shelves with the paper towel ES suon nnsuj Ajajes suononysuy Guyesadg ae X Q gt z Q sdij Gunooysasqnosy Guruea JOUIOJSN GIINIIA Care and cleaning of the range Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range If your range is removed for cleaning servicing or any reason be sure the anti tip device is re engaged properly when the range is replaced Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury 3 m Safety Instructions How to Remove Packaging Tape To assure no damage is done to the finish of the product the safest way to remove the adhesive left from packaging tape on new appliances is an application ofa household liquid dishwashing detergent mineral oil or cooking oil Apply with a soft cl
19. der the cover so it doesn t fall when released With fingers of the same hand firmly push back the wire cover holder Lift off the cover Do not remove any screws to remove the cover Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb Broiler Pan amp Grid Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a self cleaning oven After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven Remove the grid from the pan Carefully pour out the 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 Storage Drawer Removal To remove the drawer Pull the drawer out until it stops Lift the front of the drawer until the stops clear the guides Remove the drawer To replace the cover Place it into groove of the light receptacle Pull wire forward to the center of the cover until it snaps into place Connect electrical power to the range 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 Both 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 To replace the drawer Place the drawer rails on the guides Push the drawer back until it stops Lift the front of the drawer and push
20. inse with clean water and polish with a clean soft cloth Lift Up Cooktop Some models have a cooktop that can be lifted up for easier cleaning The entire cooktop may be lifted up and supported in the up position The surface units do not need to be removed however you may remove one to make raising the cooktop easier There are two side supports that lock into position when the cooktop is lifted up To replace a surface unit Replace the drip pan into the recess in the cooktop Make sure the opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle Insert the terminals of the surface unit through the opening in the drip pan and into the receptacle Guide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly Do not immerse the surface units in liquids of any kind Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals Do not attempt to clean adjust or in any way repair the plug in receptacle The drip pans may also be cleaned in a dishwasher Clean the area under the drip pans often Built up soil especially grease may catch fire Do not cover the drip pans with foil Using foil so close to the receptacle could cause shock fire or damage to the range After cleaning under the cooktop with hot mild soapy water and a clean cloth lower the cooktop Be careful not to pinch your fingers To lower the cooktop push the rods back and gently lower the cooktop until it rests in place
21. is manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Operating Instructions BRR GVA ie ys Care and Cleaning Y D S T S rvice Customer Se IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING s a SY Vi I SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A WARNING Do not store flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop 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 Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance Be careful when reaching for items stored over the range Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with hot surface units or heating elements and may cause severe burns Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders touch hot surface units or heating elements Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of pot holders For your safety never use your appliance for warming or heating the room Teach children not to play with the controls or any other part of the range Always keep dish towels dish cloths pot holders and other linens a safe distance from your range Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and canned food a safe distance from your range
22. jf VAN INS Center baking pans in the oven Cut slits in the foil just like the grid Before you begin The shelves have stops so that when placed correctly on the supports they will stop before coming completely out and will not tilt When placing and removing cookware pull the shelf out until it stops To remove a shelf pull it toward you tilt the front end up and pull it out To replace place the end of the shelf stop locks on the support tilt up the front and push the shelf in CAUTION When you are using the shelf in the lowest position A you will need to use caution when pulling the shelf out We recommend that you pull the shelf out several inches and then using two pot holders pull the shelf out by holding the sides of it The shelf is low and you could be burned if you place your hand in the middle of the shelf and pull all the way out Be very careful not to burn your hand on the door when using the shelf in the lowest position A How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the temperature you desire Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe Cook longer if necessary Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF when cooking is complete Preheating and Pan Placement Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it Preheating is necessary for good results when baking ca
23. kes cookies pastry and breads To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature The contro will beep when the oven is preheated and the display will show your set temperature his will take approximately 15 20 minutes Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line the 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 into the broiler pan The juices could become hot enough to catch on fire Ifyou do not cut the slits you are essentially frying not broiling Type of Food Shelf Position Frozen pies on cookie sheet D Angel food cake Cor D bundt or pound cakes Biscuits muffins brownies C or D cookies cupcakes layer cakes pies Casseroles CorD Turkey A Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible If baking with more than one pan place the pans so each has at least 1 to 1 of air space around it If baking four cake layers at the same time place two layers on rack B and two layers on rack D Stagger pans on the rack so one is not directly above the other Do not use aluminum foil on the bottom of the oven Never entirely cover a shelf with aluminum foil This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking A smaller sheet of foil may be used to catch a spillover by placing it on a lower she
24. l the amount of time you want shows in the display The timer will start automatically within a few seconds of releasing the pad If the remaining time is not in the display recall the remaining time by pressing the TIMER ON OFF pad and then pressing the HOUR and MIN pads until the new time you want shows in the display 11 suon nnsuj Ajajes suo n nysuj Guyesadg X Q Q Q I sdij bunooysajqnoij Guruea JOUIOJSN GIINIIA AEN RRA Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Y D S T S rvice Customer Se Using the timed baking and roasting features Do not latch the oven door during timed cooking The latch is used for self cleaning only NOTE Foods that spoil easily such as milk eggs fish stuffings poultry and pork should not be allowed to sit for more than 1 hour before or after cooking Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop a The oven will turn on immediately and cook fora When the oven automatically turns off ON OFF selected length of time At the end of the cooking the AUTOMATIC OVEN light will flash a time the oven will turn off automatically and the oven will signal Turn the Press the COOK TIME ON OFF pad oven control to OFF to stop the flashes and signal Using the HOUR and MIN pad
25. lf several inches below the food suon nnsuj Ajajes suononysuy Guyesadg X Q gt z Q I buiuea sdij Gunooysasqnosy JOUIOJSN GIINIIA MAEN RRA Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Y D S T S S rvice Customer Se Using the oven Do not latch the oven door during broiling The latch is used for self cleaning only How to Set the Oven for Broiling Place the meat or fish on the broiler Turn the Oven Temperature knob DI id in the broiler pan to BROIL Follow suggested shelf positions in 4 When broiling is finished turn the the Broiling Guide Oven Temperature knob to OFF If your range is connected to 208 volts rare steaks may be broiled by preheating the broiler and positioning the oven shelf one position l higher Leave the door open to the broil stop position The door stays open Use LO Broil to cook foods such as poultry USE aera Pieper tee ay or thick cuts of meat thoroughly without is maintained in the oven over browning them Broiling Guide The size weight thickness Quantity and Shelf First Side Second Side starting temperature or Thickness Position Time min Time min and your preference Ground Beef 1 Ib 4 patties Space evenly of doneness will affect 1 2 to 3 4 thick broiling times This guide 4 Ibs 12 patties i i is based on meats at Beef Steaks PE fri Raret 3 4 to 1 thick f 6 4 Steaks less than
26. mperature To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage the handle of a container should be turned toward the center of the range without extending over nearby surface units Always turn the surface units off before removing cookware Do not immerse or soak the removable surface units Do not put them ina dishwasher Do not self clean the surface units in the oven When preparing flaming foods under the hood turn the fan on To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric shock always be certain that the controls for all surface units are at the OFF position and all coils are cool before attempting to lift or remove a unit Clean the cooktop with caution Ifa wet sponge is used to wipe spills on a hot cooktop be careful to avoid steam burns Keep an eye on foods being fried at high or medium high heat settings 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 little fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added Ifa 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 smoking point suononysuy Guyesadg X
27. ndle to the left and turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF To stop a clean cycle turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF Wait until the oven has cooled and unlatch the door Do not clean the gasket The fiberglass material of the oven door gasket cannot withstand abrasion It is essential for the gasket to remain intact Ifyou notice it becoming worn or frayed replace it Wipe up any heavy spillovers on the oven bottom Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place and the oven light is off IMPORTANT The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self cleaning cycle of any range Move birds to another well ventilated room _ dL uw OFF NI OVEN ON gt l n Oo 500 259 W xX gt d PREHEATED gt 500 459 0 START TIME ON OFF HOUR MIN How to Delay the Start of Cleaning Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day Latch the door Turn the Oven Temperature knob to CLEAN Press the START TIME ON OFF pad Press the HOUR and MIN pads to set p the time cleaning will start When the CLEAN light flashes slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF After a Clean Cycle You may notice some white ash in the oven Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools If white spots remain remove them with a soap filled steel wool pad an
28. ny painted surface The vent is important for proper air circulation Never block this vent suon nnsuj Ajajes suononysuy Guyesadg X Q Q E I Guluea sdij Gunooysasqnosy JOUIOJSN GIINIIA Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Y D S T S rvice Customer Se Care and cleaning of the range Locked position Unlocked position Pull the hinge locks down to the unlocked position The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to allow for proper air circulation Do not rub or clean the door gasket it has an extremely low resistance to abrasion If you notice the gasket becoming worn frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should have it replaced 18 Lift Off Oven Door The oven door is removable for easier access to the light bulb Do not lift the door by the handle To remove the door Fully open the door Each hinge has a hinge lock Using a tool pull the hinge locks down against the door frame Firmly grasp the door at the top sides Close the door to the stop position Lift the door up and pull straight out To replace the door Firmly grasp the door at the top sides This ts critical Approach the range with the door angled in a vertical position Guide the hinges into the slots Push door in firmly while opening Once in position open
29. o the setting you want The temperature will be displayed to indicate setting Display will change back to time 8 after a few seconds Q PREHEATED Light Glows when the oven reaches your selected temperature CLEAN Light Glows when the oven is in the self clean cycle After the self clean cycle the light will flash Unlatch the door and turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF Do not lock the oven door with the latch during cooking The latch is used for self cleaning only TEMP RECALL Press the pad above TEMP RECALL to display the selected oven temperature Display Shows the time of day and the time set for the timer If F and a number or letter flash in the display and the oven control signals this indicates a function error code If your oven was set for a timed oven operation and a power outage occurred the clock and all programmed functions must be reset The time of day will flash in the display when there has been a power outage CLOCK Pad Press this pad before setting the clock START TIME ON OFF Pad Press this pad and the HOUR and MIN pads to delay the starting of your oven up to 11 hours and 59 minutes Using the oven To avoid possible burns place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on NSSShh The oven has 6 shelf positions NNAS A VAY 4 y w wr Ba A A Ma SSS S PAAR SSSR uy LI FFF FPR WW KALLAN PLM ff f f
30. okware Aluminum cookware conducts heat faster than other metals Cast iron and coated cast iron cookware are slow to absorb heat but generally cook evenly at low to medium heat settings Steel pans may cook unevenly if not combined with other metals Wok Cooking We recommend that you use only a flat bottomed wok They are available at your local retail store Do not use woks that have support rings Placing the ring over the surface unit will cause a build up of heat that will damage the porcelain cooktop Home Canning Tips Be sure the canner is centered over the surface unit Make sure the canner is flat on the bottom Use recipes and procedures from reputable sources These are available from manufacturers such as Ball and Kerr and the Department of Agriculture Extension Service To prevent burns from steam or heat use caution when canning For best cooking results pans should be flat on the bottom Match the size of the saucepan to the size of the surface unit The pan should not extend over the edge of the surface unit more than 1 inch Do not use round bottom woks You could be seriously burned if the wok tipped over suon nnsuj Ajajes suononysuy Guyesadg X Q Q Q I sdij bunooysajqnoij Guruea JOUIOJSN GIINIIA MAEN RRA Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Y D S T S rvice Customer Se Using the oven controls Throughout this man
31. ope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home GE amp You A Service Partnership Vis SJ _ IMPORTANT a D Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card Q that is packed with this product FOR YOUR RECORDS p Write the model and serial numbers here You can find them on a label behind the storage drawer on the front of the range frame Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your range properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your range IF YOU NEED SERVICE Youll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section Ifyou review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all Ifyou do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section of this manual Or you can always call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety
32. oth and allow to soak Wipe dry and then apply an appliance polish to thoroughly clean and protect the surface NOTE The plastic tape on some models must be removed from all chrome trim It cannot be removed if it is baked on Operating Instructions Control Knobs To Remove Be sure the knob is in the OFF position Molded rib Clear groove in To Replace Check the back of the knob Pull straight off the stem Using a The molded rib of the knob is Care and Cleaning Spring clip piece of string can make removing the designed to fit perfectly onto the knob easier Slip the string under and knob stem around the knob pull straight out Align the molded rib to the clear Wash the knob thoroughly with warm soapy groove in the knob stem Push the ene a nei with a soft cloth DO NOT knob back as far as it will go Control Panel Remove heavier soil with warm soapy water Clean up splatters with a damp cloth You may also use a glass cleaner Do not use abrasives of any kind Oven Heating Elements Y D S T S Do not clean the bake element or the broil element Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated To clean the oven floor gently lift the bake element Clean with warm soapy water rvice Customer Se 16 Oven Shelves Clean the oven shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel wool After cleaning rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a clean
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34. rols e Make sure you turn the control knob all the way to the CLEAN position e Make sure you move the door latch handle all the way to the right e Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF Allow the oven to cool Never force the door latch handle This is the sound of the metal This is normal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions Problem Excessive smoking e Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF Open during a clean cycle Oven door will not unlock Oven not clean after o See the Using the self cleaning oven section a clean cycle CLEAN light flashes e Move the door latch handle to the right before Oven makes clicking noise CLEAN light is on when you want to cook F and a number e Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF Put the oven or letter flash in the display The display goes blank or indicator lights come on when range is not in use Oven door will e Turn the Oven Temperature knob to CLEAN not lock Possible Causes Excessive soil Oven too hot Oven controls not properly set Oven was heavily soiled Oven controls not properly set This is the sound of the heating element turning off and on during cooking functions The oven door was accidentally locked You have a function error code If the function code repeats Power surge The clock is in the black out mode Oven too hot What To Do the windo
35. rrect cookware or cookware of improper size being used e See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself Oven thermostat needs adjustment What To Do e With the controls off check to make sure the surface unit is plugged completely into the receptacle unit you are using e With the controls off check to make sure the drip pan is in the recess in the cooktop and that the opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle e Disconnect power at the fuse box or circuit breaker for at least 10 seconds Turn power on and power up your range If the indicator lights are still on call for service e Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly grounded outlet e Tighten or replace the bulb e Call for service e Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly grounded outlet e If necessary allow the oven to cool then unlock the door e See the Using the oven section section al suon nnsuj Ajajes suo n nysuj Guyesadg X Q gt z Q a buiuea sdij bunooysajqnoij 1 0JSNI GIINIIA Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning A D S A r S rvice Customer Se Before You Call For Service C Troubleshooting Tips Problem Food does not broil properly Oven temperature too hot or too cold Power outage clock flashes Oven will not self clean Oven starts a self clean cy
36. s enter the length of cooking time Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature The display will show the cooking time remaining When the oven reaches the set temperature a tone sounds How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop START TIME You can set the oven control to delay start the When the oven automatically turns off ON OFF oven cook for a specific length of time and then the AUTOMATIC OVEN light will flash a turn off automatically and the oven will signal Turn the Make sure the clock shows the correct OVEN control to OFF to stop the flashes time of day and signal Press the START TIME ON OFF pad Usine the HOUR and MIN pads S p enter the time you want cooking to start Press the COOK TIME ON OFF pad Using the HOUR and MIN pads enter the length of cooking time Turn the Oven Temperature knob ON OFF to the desired temperature A Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it If you still think your new oven Is too hot or too cold you can adjust the thermostat yourself Do not use thermometers such as those found in grocery stores to check the temperature setting of your oven These thermometers may vary 20 40 F To Adjust the Thermostat Put the Oven Temperature knob in If the oven adjustment is set cooler
37. sqnosy JOUIOJSN GIINIIA Service Telephone Numbers GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Safety Instructions In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away Special Needs Service 800 626 2000 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 GE offers free of charge a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility Operating Instructions Service Contracts 800 626 2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Care and Cleaning Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Service Satisfaction If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE Troubleshooting Tips First contact the people who serviced your appliance Next if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone numbe
38. the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life suon nnsuj Ajajes A WARNING ANTI TIP DEVICE N All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach it to the wall and floor by installing the Anti Tip device supplied To check if the device is installed and engaged properly remove the kick panel or storage drawer and inspect the rear leveling leg Make sure it fits securely into the slot wb 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 suononysu Guyesadg Please refer to the Anti lip device information in this manual Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and injury Vis A IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE a Q N 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 X Q Q Q I The fiberglass insulation in self clean ovens gives off a very small amount of carbon monoxide during
39. ual features and appearance may vary from your model COOK g tive TIMER AUTOMATIC OVEN A A ON OFF ON OFF a HOUR MIN ON OFF TEMP RECALL o O Ss 400 a50 0 PREHEATED Oven Control Clock and Timer Features and Settings On some models opening the oven door will not automatically turn the oven light on You may use the oven light switch to turn the light on and off COOK TIME ON OFF Pad Press this pad and then press the HOUR and MIN pads to set the amount of time you want your food to cook Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature The oven will shut off when the Cook Time has run out 2 TIMER ON OFF Pad Press this pad to select the timer feature AUTOMATIC OVEN Light This lights anytime the oven has been programmed to automatically turn on or off O HOUR and MIN Pads These pads allow you to set times up to 11 hours and 59 minutes As a safety feature this oven will automatically shut off after 12 hours On models with touch pad clock controls this feature may be deactivated to allow the oven to be left on for more than 12 hours To deactivate or reactivate the Automatic Oven Shut Off press and hold both the MIN pads for about 4 seconds O OVEN ON Light Glows anytime the oven is heating The light will flash when the oven automatically turns off to remind you to turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF Oven Temperature Knob Turn this knob t
40. ws to rid the room of smoke Wait until the CLEAN light goes off Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle e Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature e Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean cycle Heavily soiled ovens may need to self clean again or for a longer period of time setting the Oven Temperature knob to CLEAN e This is normal e Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF Allow the oven to cool Then move the latch to the far left Never force the door latch handle back into operation e Disconnect all power to the range for at least 30 seconds and then reconnect power If the function error code repeats call for service e Disconnect power at the fuse box or circuit breaker for at least 10 seconds Turn power on and power up your range If the indicator lights are still on call for service e See the Using the clock and timer section The glowing oven cleaning light after the knob is turned indicates the oven is too hot from previous use To cool the oven open the door wide and allow the oven to cool After the oven has cooled close the door and slide the latch handle all the way to the right 2 suon nnsuj Ajajes suo n nysuj bu nesado X Q Q Q I buiuea sdij Gunooysasqnosy JOWIOJSN GIINIIA Before You Call For Service C Troubleshooting Tips Safety Instructions Problem Possible Causes What To Do Burning or
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