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GE JGBP35 Range User Manual

1. s ulo sn2 9IA19 Locate disconnect plug on the range back Frequently lnstallation of the range 5 Read these instructions completely and carefully 3 Electrical Connections on some models gt 21 Usage Situations where Appliance Electric Disconnect b Power Cord will be Disconnected o 7 Pinch sides of connector and pull out ofrange Do notuse an adapter plug in these situations back because disconnecting of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal The customer should have the two prong wall receptacle replaced with a three prong grounding receptacle byaqualified electrician before using the appliance The installation of appliances designed for mobile home installation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 or when such standard is not applicable the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations latest edition Manufactured Home Sites Communities and Set Ups ANSIA225 1 latest edition or with local codes In Canada mobile home installation must be in accordance with the current CAN CSA Z240 MH Mobile Home Installation Code Operating Instructions 4 Seal the Openings Seal any openings in the wal
2. y a lt 2 S S 7 2 a s 3 2 S Q S 7 BROIL Kx 71 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 2 seconds until the display shows SF 2 Press the BAKE pad A two digit number shows in the display The oven temperature can be adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Press the pad to increase the temperature in 1 degree increments Press the pad to decrease the temperature in 1 degree increments sdij Bunooys lqnoll 21 When you have made the adjustment press the START pad to go back to the time of day display Use your oven as you would normally NOTE This adjustment will not affect the broiling or self cleaning temperatures t will be retained in memory after a power failure 21 Safety nstructions Operating Instructions 5 S S 2 5 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Using the electric warming drawer heat cold food other than crisping crackers chips or dry cereal WARMING DRAWER 22 OFF V Control Knob Push and turn the control knob to any desired setting NOTE The warming drawer cannot be used during a self clean cycle Rack Use in the warming drawer only Rack will fit from front to back Preheat with the rack in place Using the rack allows for doub
3. Marked edge of range z Locate the outside edge of the device 2 4 tovvard the center of the range from the marked edge ofthe range When All Hookups Are Completed MAKE SURE ALL CONTROLS ARE LEFT IN THE OFF POSITION l Using the device as a template mark the position of the hole for the screw For wood construction drill a pilot hole at an angle of 20 degrees from the horizontal A nail or awl may be used ifa drill is not available Mount the Anti Tip device with the screw provided For cement or concrete construction you will need a 1 4 x 1 lag bolt and a 1 2 O D sleeve anchor which are not provided Drill the recommended size hole for the hardware Anti Tip device Install the sleeve anchor into the drilled hole and then install the lag bolt through the device The bolts must be properly tightened as recommended for the hardware Slide the range against the wall and check for proper installation by grasping the front edge of the cooktop and carefully attempting to tilt the range forward MAKE SURE THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR TO THE RANGE IS UNOBSTRUCTED Converting to LP Gas or converting back to natural gas from LP This range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas If you want to convert to LP gas the conversion must be performed by a qualified LP gas installer The conversion instructions sticker and LP or
4. A S Q S masa 2 o 2 Q li S sdij Gurooysasqnosy 9IA19 Q 2 Using the oven S f your model has a door latch do not lock the oven door with the latch during broiling 5 latch is used for self cleaning only How to Set the Oven for Broiling 7 TOO TOUT 71 Place the meat or fish on the broiler 1 Press the START pad K eed ae Dioner pati 6 When broiling is finished press the Always use the broiler pan and grid 2 Follow suggested shelf positions in the CLEAR OFF pad that came with your oven It is Broiling Guide designed to minimize smoking and Serve the food immediately and leave the Q spattering by trapping juices in the 3 The oven door must be closed during pan outside the oven to cool during the shielded lower part of the pan broiling meal for easiest cleaning rr 21 Press the BROIL HI LO pad once for HI Broil To change to LO Broil press the BROIL Fl HI LO pad again S s Broiling Guide The size weight thickness Quantity and Shelf First Side Second Side starting temperature and Food or Thickness Position Time min Time min Comments your preference of Bacon 2 C 4 3 Arrange in single layer S doneness will affect broiling about 8 thin
5. Drawer is over loaded or load is unbalanced e Reduce weight Redistribute drawer contents Warming drawer will not work A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker sd l Dunoouys lqnoll The oven is self cleaning Wait for the self clean cycle to finish and the oven to cool Controls improperly set e See the Electric vvarming dravver section Excessive condensation Liquid in warming drawer in the warming drawer Remove liquid Uncovered foods Cover food with lid or aluminum foil s ulo sn2 Temperature setting too high Reduce temperature setting Food dries out in the Cover food with lid or aluminum foil vvarming dravver Moisture escaping 47 48 sd l bBunooys yqnoql 3IA19 6 suo n nysuj Ajajes suo nysuj Guyesadg suomn3nisul uonejjesuj Safety nstructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 49 Notes 50 sdij Bunooys yqnoll IM 6 v suoyonysuy lps suo nysuj Guyesadg suon nnsu uomp e Su GE Service Protection Plus GE a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability offers you Service Protection Plus comprehensive protection on all your appliances No Matter What Brand Benefits Include We ll Cove
6. Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range Aluminum foil used on the the broiling pan and grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended See the Using the oven section Oven bottom not securely seated in position Oven thermostat needs adjustment Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet See the Installation of the range section See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself section Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly grounded outlet A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Oven controls improperly set Light bulb is loose or defective See the Using the clock and timer section Tighten or replace the bulb Switch operating light is broken e Call for service Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly grounded outlet 45 suoyaonysuy ajes 3 s lt A S 2 S 2 2 3 S Q S sd l Safety nstructions Operating Instructions S 5 S 2 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Before You Call For Service 2 Troubleshooting Tip
7. g Gas Bes n XL44 Self Clean Ran Safety Instructions 2 4 8 Anti Tip Device 2 4 35 43 Electric VVarming Drawer 8 9200060 7 Safety Precautions 4 5 Self Cleaning Oven 7 Surface Burners 6 Operating Instructions wee Aluminum Foil Clockand Timer is Electric Warming Drawer 22 23 Oven 11 21 Baking and Roasting 17 Broiling Broiling Guide 18 Electric Ignition 16 41 Light Bulb Replacement 29 Oven Control 11 12 Preheating 17 Self Cleaning Instructions 24 Shelves 16 Special Features of Your Oven Control 15 15 Timed Baking and Roasting 20 Surface Cooking 9 10 Control Settings 9 Care and Cleaning 25 81 Broiler Pan and Grid 28 Burner Assembly 25 26 Burner Grates 27 Control Panel and Knobs 30 Cooktop 27 Door Removal 28 Oven Bottom 27 Oven Vents 90 Self Cleaning Instructions 24 Shelves and Racks 31 Storage Drawer 29 Top Light 31 Warming Drawer 29 www geappliances com GE Appliances Before You Call For Service Thermostat Adjustment Do It Yourself Troubleshooting Tips 44 47 Installation 34 48 Air Adjust
8. Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and canned food a safe distance away from your warming drawer Do not warm food in the warming drawer for more than two hours Do not touch the heating element or the interior surface of the warming drawer These surfaces may be hot enough to burn REMEMBER The inside surface of the warming drawer may be hot when the drawer is opened Use care when opening the drawer Open the drawer a crack and let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands face and or eyes Do not use aluminum foil to line the drawer Foil is an excellent heat insulator and will trap heat beneath it This will upset the performance of the drawer and it could damage the interior finish 7 READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY Using the surface burners Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Push the control knob in and turn it to the L TE position How to Light a Surface Burner Push the control knob in and turn it to the L TE position You vill hear a little clicking noise the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner Tum the knob to adjust the flame size If the knob stays at LITE it will continue to click On Ranges With Sealed Burners The smaller burner right rear position will give the best simmer results It offers precise cooking performance for delicate fo
9. re durable the grates will gradually lose their shine regardless of the best care you can give them This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures You will notice this sooner with lighter color grates CAUTION Do not clean the grates in a dishwasher or in a self cleaning oven When the surface has cooled wash and rinse For other spills such as fat spatterings etc wash with soap and water once the surface has cooled Then rinse and polish with a dry cloth NOTE Do not store flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance We don t recommend using aluminum foil on the oven bottom It can affect air flow if the holes are blocked and it can concentrate heat at the bottom of the oven resulting in poor baking performance To clean up spillovers use soap and water an abrasive cleaner or soap filled steel wool pad Rinse well to remove any soap before self cleaning 27 Su0IJ3nu Suj ajes 3 S xi lt A S 2 i S o 3 2 Q S sd l Bunooys lqnoll s ulo sn2 Care and cleaning of the range Lift 0ff Oven Door The oven door is removable but it is heavy You may need help removing and replacing the door To clean the outside of the door Use soap and water to thor
10. cabinets cannot be maintained protect the underside of the cabinets above the cooktop with not less than 1 4 insulating millboard covered with sheet metal not less than 0 0122 thick Clearance between the cooking surface and protected cabinets MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES The vertical distance from the plane of the cooking surface to the bottom of adjacent overhead cabinets extending closer than 1 to the plane of the range sides must not be less than 18 See the Dimensions and Clearances illustration in this section 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 33 suon nusu Ajaes 3 lt A S Q S gt i o 3 A S Q S sd l Dui oots gqno1 9IA19 Installation of the range Read these instructions completely and carefully DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations may be adjusted to meet specific requirements Safety Instructions The range may be placed with 0 clearance flush at the back wall and side walls of the range Depth
11. when the bulb is hot Never wipe the light area with a wet cloth Electrical power must be shut off if you have to replace the bulb 7 Pinch the clips on the back on both sides and free the back of the canopy 2 Roll canopy up and off 3 Remove the fluorescent light bulb Replace the bulb with one of the same length and wattage 4 Replace the canopy by placing the front in the groove and rolling it back Snap it into place over the back clips on both sides ad suon nusul ajes o 3 xi lt S Q S 2 o S Q ll S sdij bunooys lqnoll J9UIO SN Safety nstructions Operating Instructions Ss S 2 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Installation of the range Read these instructions completely and carefully Via 77 BEFORE YOU BEGIN a Installation of this range must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 latest edition In Canada installation must conform with the current Natural Gas Installation Code CAN CGA B149 1 or the current Propane Installation Code CAN CGA 1482 and with local codes where applicable This range has been design certified by the American Gas Association according to ANSI Z21 1 latest edition and Canadian Gas Association according
12. 2 Press the left rail release up and press the right rail release down while pulling the drawer forward and free To replace the warming drawer 7 Place the left drawer rail around the inner left rail guide and slide it in slightly to hook it 2 Place the right drawer rail around the inner right rail guide and slide it in slightly to hook it 3 Slide the drawer all the way in Removable Storage Drawer on some models The storage drawer is a good place to store cookware and bakeware Do not store plastics and flammable material in the drawer The storage drawer may be removed for cleaning under the range Clean the storage drawer with a damp cloth or sponge Never use harsh abrasives or scouring pads To remove storage drawer Pull drawer straight out until it stops N Tilt the front of the drawer up and free of the range To replace storage drawer 71 Set the stops on the back of the drawer over the stops in the range 2 Slide drawer evenly and straight back so that the rails in the range are engaged 29 Su0IJ3nu Su ajes o 3 xi 2 2 ll S o A S Q S sd l Bunooys lqnoll s ulo sn2 Safety nstructions Operating Instructions Ss S 2 5 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Care
13. BROIL LOCKED DOOR COOK STOP TIMER LOCKED DOOR SELF CLEAR CLEAN VU OFF START on models with INCREASE and DECREASE T pads only Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model STOP TIMER Oven Control Clock and Timer Features and Settings BAKE Pad Press this pad to select the bake function BROIL HI LO Pad Press this pad to select the broil function Function Indicators Light up to show whether the oven is in the bake broil or self clean mode Oven Temperature and Broil Display Shows the oven temperature or the broil setting selected Time Display Shows the time of day the times set for the timer or automatic oven operation Program Status Words light up in the display to indicate what 15 in the time display Programmed information can be displayed at any time by touching the pad of the operation you want to see For example you can display the current time of day while the timer is counting down by pressing the CLOCK pad If F and a number or letter flash in the display and the oven control signals this indicates a function error code On models with an oven door latch if the function error code appears during the self cleaning cycle check the oven door latch The latch handle may have been moved even if only slightly from the latched position Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it will go Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven
14. Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely The oven light bulb is covered with a removable glass cover that is held in place with a bail shaped wire Remove the oven door if desired to reach cover easily To remove Holda hand under 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 Do not touch hot bulb with a wet cloth Replace bulb with a 40 watt household appliance bulb To replace cover 71 Place itinto the groove of the light receptacle Pull the wire forward to the center of the cover until it snaps into place When in place the wire holds the cover firmly Be certain the wire is in the depression in the center of the cover Z Connect electrical power to the range Removable Warming Drawer on some models Before performing any adjustments cleaning or service disconnect the range electrical power supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker Make sure the warming drawer heating element is cool Most cleaning can be done with the drawer in place However the drawer may be removed if further cleaning is needed Use soap and warm water to thoroughly clean To remove the warming drawer 71 Pull the drawer straight out until it stops
15. because the flow of gas is automatically stopped and will not resume when power is restored until the glow bar has reached operating temperature f your model has a door latch do not lock the oven door vvith the latch during baking or roasting The latch is used for self cleaning only D AY TT iki The oven has a special lovv shelf R position fust above the oven bottom Use it when extra cooking space is needed for example when roasting a large turkey The shelf is not designed to slide out at this position Cut slits in the foil iust like the grid How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting 71 Press the BAKE pad 2 Press the or pad on some models or the number pads on some models until the desired temperature is displayed The oven will start automatically The word N and 100 will be displayed As the oven heats up the display will show the changing temperature When the oven reaches the temperature you set a tone will sound lo change the oven temperature during BAKE cycle press the BAKE pad and then the or or number pads to get the new temperature 31 Press the CLEAR OFF pad when baking is finished and then remove the food from the oven Preheating and Pan Placement Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature Preheating is necessary for good results when baking
16. cakes cookies pastry and breads For ovens without a preheat indicator light or tone preheat 10 minutes Aluminum Foil Never cover the oven bottom with 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 Oven Moisture As your oven heats up the temperature change of the air in the oven may cause water droplets to form on the door glass These droplets are harmless and will evaporate as the oven continues to heat up Type of Food Shelf Position Frozen pies on cookie sheet BorC Angel food cake A bundt or pound cakes Biscuits muffins brownies BorC cookies cupcakes layer cakes pies Casseroles BorC Roasting R AorB Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven If you need to use two shelves stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other and leave approximately 177 between pans from the front back and sides of the wall Aluminum foil may also be used to catch a spillover 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 shelf several inches below the food 17 suon nusul ajes 3 xi lt
17. do not enlarge the holes On spill proof models check the electrode area for burned on food or grease Improper burner assembly Improper air to gas ratio The oven gas shut off valve may have accidentally been moved during cleaning or moving Fluorescent bulb is loose or defective Make sure the drip pans are installed correctly See the Care and cleaning of the range section If range is connected to LP gas contact the person who installed your range or made the conversion To check the oven gas shut off valve on standard twin burner models raise the cooktop and look for the gas shut off lever at the extreme right rear corner Standing pilot models do not have a gas shut off valve on the regulator Follow the directions in box A or B that match your regulator type Lever is shown closed A PULL TO OPEN Lever is shown closed B PULL TO OPEN Standard twin burner models Standard twin burner models To check the oven gas shut off valve on sealed burner models remove the storage drawer or warming drawer see the Care and cleaning of the range section and look for the gas shut off lever at the back of the range Follow the directions in box A or B that match your regulator type Lever is shown closed PULL TO OPEN Lever is shown closed PULL TO OPEN Sealed burner models Sealed burner models e Adjust or replace Switch operating
18. for proper air circulation Do not rub or clean the door gasket it has an extremely low resistance to abrasion The area outside the gasket can be If you notice the gasket becoming cleaned with a soap filled steelwool or worn frayed or damaged in any 5 S 5 S 2 5 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se way or if it has become displaced plastic pad on the door you should have it replaced Grid Broiler Pan and Grid 28 After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven Remove the grid from the pan Carefully pour out grease from the pan into a proper container Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap filled or plastic scouring pad If food has burned on sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth Soaking the pan will remove burned on foods The broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a dishwasher Do notstore a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range CAUTION Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a self cleaning oven V ire cover holder The storage dravver may be removed for cleaning under the range Oven Light Replacement on some models CAUTION Before replacing your oven light bulb disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circult breaker panel
19. in closed containers which may cause them to burst Ifa combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point Use the least possible amount of fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added When flaming foods are under the hood turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flames Do not use a wok on the cooking surface if the wok has a round metal ring that is placed over the burner grate to support the wok This ring acts as a heat trap which may damage the burner grate and burner head Also it may cause the burner to work improperly This may cause a carbon monoxide level above that allowed by current standards resulting in a health hazard Foods for frying should be as dry as possible Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan Never try to move a pan of hot fat especially a deep fat fryer Wait until the fat is cool Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent Keep all plastics away from the surface burners To avoid the possibility of a burn always be certain that the controls for all burners are at the OFF position and all grates are cool before attempting to remove
20. number or letter flash in the display and the oven control signals this indicates a function error code On models with an oven door latch if the function error code appears during the self cleaning cycle check the oven door latch The latch handle may have been moved even if only slightly from the latched position Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it will go Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool for one hour Put the oven back into operation If the function error code repeats disconnect the power to the range and call for service If a flashing time of day is in the display you have experienced a power failure Reset the clock If your oven was set for a timed oven operation when the power outage occurred the clock and all programmed functions must be reset 9S O COOKING TIME Pad Press this pad and then press the number pads to set the amount of time you want your food to cook The oven will shut off when the cooking time has run out DELAY START Pad Use along with the COOKING TIME or SELF CLEAN pad to set the oven to start and stop automatically at a time you set CLOCK Pad Press this pad before setting the clock The time of day will flash in the display when the oven is first turned on KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF Pad Press this pad to select the timer feature START Pad Must be pressed to start any cooking or cleaning function CLEAR OFF Pad Press this pad to canc
21. on some models Electrical Requirements 120 volt 60 Hertz properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15 amp or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse Extension Cord Cautions Because of potential safety hazards associated with certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord and that the current carrying rating of the cord in amperes be equivalent to or greater than the branch circuit rating Grounding IMPORTANT Please read carefully FOR PERSONAL SAFETY THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED Preferred Method Ensure proper ground exists before use The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug which mates with a standard three prong grounding wall receptacle to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance The customer should have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded Where a standard two prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall receptacle DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD A Us
22. removable and is not covered under your warranty Remove serving spoons etc before placing containers in warming drawer Temperature Selection Chart To keep several different foods hot set the temperature to the food needing the highest setting Place the items needing the highest setting on the bottom of the drawer and items needing less heat on the rack Tips Do not put liquid or water in the warming drawer For moist foods cover them with a lid or aluminum foil For crisp foods leave them uncovered Do not use plastic containers or plastic wrap Preheat prior to use according to recommended times The temperature type and amount of food and the time held may affect the quality of the food CAUTION Do not warm food in the warming drawer for more than two hours To Crisp Stale Items Place food in low sided dishes or pans Preheat on LO setting Check crispness after 45 minutes Add time as needed To Warm Serving Bowls and Plates To warm serving bowls and plates set the control on LO Use only heat safe dishes Place the empty dishes on the rack to raise them off the bottom of the drawer If you want hotter dishes or want to heat fine china please check with the manufacturer of the dishes for their maximum heat tolerance Food Type Control Setting Bacon HI Eggs HI Fish HI Gravy sauces HI Ham HI Onion rings HI Pies LO Pizza HI Potatoes b
23. the light is broken e Call for service Problem Control signals after entering cooking time or start time Food does not bake or roast properly Food does not broil properly Oven temperature too hot or too cold Clock and timer do not vvork Oven light does not work Possible Causes You forgot to enter a bake temperature or cleaning time Oven controls improperlyset What To Do Press the BAKE pad and desired temperature or the SELF CLEAN pad and desired clean time e See the Using the ovensection Shelf position is incorrect See the Using the oven section Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size being used e See the Using the ovensection Oven thermostat needs adjustment See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself section Clock not set correctly See the Using the clock and timer section Aluminum foil used improperly in the oven See the Care and cleaning of the range section Oven bottom not securely seated in position Oven controls improperly set See the Installation of the range section Make sure you press the BROIL HI LO pad Oven door not closed See the Using the oven section Improper shelf position See the Broiling Guide being used Food being cooked in a hot pan Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range Make sure itis cool Cookvvare not suited for broiling
24. 0 10 Medium 2 127 thick about 1 Ib D 10 4 6 Well Done D 17 12 14 lt 18 Using the clock and timer Not all features are on all models Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day KITCHEN TIMER N FF 0 IN The timer is a minute timer only The CLEAR OFF pad does not affect the timer 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 Press the CLOCK pad 77 21 Depending on which model you have you will set the clock by pressing either the number pads or or pads To Set the Timer The timer does not control oven operations The maximum setting on the timer is 11 hours and 59 minutes 71 Press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad 21 Press the or or number pads to set the time For example to enter 2 hours and 45 minutes touch 2 4and 5in that order If you make a mistake press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad and begin again Power Outage f a flashing time is in the display you have experienced a power failure Reset the clock To reset the clock press the CLOCK pad Enter the correct time of day by pressing the or or the appropriate number pads Press the START pad Press the number pads the same way you read them For example to
25. LEAN pad Press the or or number pads until the desired Clean Time is displayed The Clean Time is normally 4 hours You can change the Clean Time to any time between 3 and 5 hours depending on the amount of soil in your oven 2 Press the START pad How to Delay the Start of Cleaning 7 Latch the door 2 Press the SELF CLEAN pad Press the or or number pads to set the Clean Time The Clean Time is preset for 4 hours You can change the Clean Time to any time between 3 and 5 hours depending on the amount of soil in your oven If a If your model has a door latch never force the latch handle Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism products plus the high clean cycle temperatures may damage the porcelain finish of the oven Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners Clean the top sides and outside of the oven door with soap and water 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 oven Move birds to another well ventilated room The self clean cycle will automatically begin after CLEAN is displayed and the word ON appears in the display 5 When the LOCKED DOOR light is off slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and open the door If your range does not have a latch the do
26. Y 40225 54 GE Gas Range Warranty For customers in Canada All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers lt or an authorized Customer Care technician For service gt call 1 800 361 3400 For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship 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 Is Not Covered Service trips to your home to teach you how to use Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit the product breakers Improper installation Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defecis vvith this appliance VVARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES VVarrantor CAMCO INC Q Q 2 S S 2 a s 2 S Q S 7 sdij Bunooys lqnoll s ulo sn2 9IA1 9 55 Safety nstructions s 2 5 S Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Service Telephone Numbers GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a da
27. able Never use an old connector when installing a new range Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line 3 4 or 1 2 NPT x 1 2 LD Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator on range 1 2 NPT x 1 2 I D Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont WARNING INSTALLATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency manufacturer dealer or the gas supplier Never reuse old flexible connectors The use of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal injury Always use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance IMPORTANT Remove all packing material and literature from oven before connecting gas and electrical supply to range CAUTION Do not attempt to operate the oven of this range during a power failure Electric Ignition models only Have your range installed by a qualified installer Your range must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition In Canada electrical grounding must be in accordance with the current CSA 22 1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and or local codes See Electrical Connections in this section Before installing your ra
28. age Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Infrequenttly An adapter may be used only on a 15 amp circuit Do not use an adapter on a 20 amp circuit Where local codes permit a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter available at most hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord Temporary Method Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada Align large prongs slots Ensure proper ground and firm connection before use CAUTION Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal and not insulated and the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring The customer should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter always hold the adapter with one hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Should this happen DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established 59 suon nusul 3 lt S Q ll S Q 3 2 Q S sd l
29. aked HI Potatoes mashed LO Tortilla Chips LO Preheat empty serving dish while preheating the drawer When holding hot cooked foods and warming empty serving dishes at the same time place the serving dishes on the high rack position and the food on the bottom of the drawer CAUTION Dishes may be hot Use pot holders or mitts when removing hot dishes 25 Su0IJ3nu Suj ajes o 3 2 2 S D o 3 A S Q s sd l Bunooys lqnoll s ulo sn9 Safety nstructions Operating Instructions 5 5 Ss S 2 5 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Using the self cleaning oven Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom 24 SELF CLEAN a START TIME DELAY START Before a Clean Cycle The range must be completely cool in order to set the self 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 broiler pan broiler grid all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven they cannot withstand the high cleaning temperatures NOTE Take the shelves out of the oven before you begin the self clean cycle Do not use commercial oven cleaners or oven protectors in or near the self cleaning oven A combination of any of these How to Set the Oven for Cleaning 7 Latch the door 21 Press the SELF C
30. and cleaning of the range Vent appearance and location vary Some models have dual support rods that vvill hold the cooktop up while you clean underneath it Pull the knob straight off the stem 30 Oven Air Vents Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop at the top and bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range under the kick panel or storage drawer depending on the model Lift Up Cooktop on models with standard twin burners Clean the area under the cooktop often Built up soil especially grease may catch on fire To make cleaning easier the cooktop may be lifted up To raise the cooktop 7 Be sure the burners are turned off 2 Remove the grates 3 Grasp the two front burner wells and lift up Control Panel and Knobs It s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use of the oven Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water rinse with clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleaners plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control panel they will damage the finish A 50 50 solution of vinegar and hot water works well Clean under the cooktop with hot soapy water and a clean cloth Ifyou re
31. ange on that gas For proper operation the pressure of natural gas supplied to the regulator must be between 4 and 13 of water column For LP gas the pressure supplied must be between 10 and 13 of water column Connect the Range to Gas When checking for proper operation of the regulator the inlet pressure must be at least 1 greater than the operating manifold pressure as given above The pressure regulator located at the inlet of the range manifold must remain in the supply line regardless of whether natural or LP gas is being used A flexible metal appliance connector used to connect the range to the gas supply line should have an LD of 1 2 and be 5 feet in length for ease of installation In Canada flexible connectors must be single wall metal connectors no longer than 6 feet in length Shut off the main gas supply valve before disconnecting the old range and leave it off until the new hook up has been completed Dont forget to relight the pilot on other gas appliances when you turn the gas back on Because hard piping restricts movement of the range the use of an A G A certified flexible metal appliance connector is recommended unless local codes require a hard piped connection Never use an old connector when installing a new range If the hard piping method is used you must carefully align the pipe the range cannot be moved after the connection is made To prevent gas leaks put pipe joi
32. ce vary Peer NOTE The control lockout mode will not affect the Press the SELF CLEAN pad again The 1 OCK KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF and OVEN LIGHT J9UIO SN 12 2 Special features of your oven control on some models 5 br Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle 5 F At the end of a timed cycle 3 short beeps will 21 Press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF a sound followed by one beep every 6 seconds until pad The display shows CON BEEP s KITCHEN the CLEAR OFF pad is pressed This continuous 6 continuous beep Press the KITCHEN ON rr second beep may be canceled TIMER ON OFF pad again The display To cancel the 6 second beep shows BEEP This cancels the one beep 71 Press the BAKE and BROIL HILO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the 3 Press the START pad display shows SF Appearance may vary 12 Hour 24 Hour or Clock Black Out BROIL Ey Your control is set to use a 12 hour clock a If you would prefer to have a 24 hour military time clock or black out the clock display follow the steps below 71 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at Operating Instructions the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF 2 Press the CLOCK pad once The display will show 12 hr If this is the choice you want press the START pad Appearance may vary Press the CLOCK pad again to change to the 24 hour military time
33. clock The display will show 24 hr If this is the choice you want press the START pad Press the CLOCK pad again to black out the clock display The display will show OFF If this is the choice you want press the START pad NOTE If the clock is in the black out mode you will not be able to use the Delay Start function 5 5 S S 2 5 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se 14 BROIL HI LO 4 COOKING Gil Appearance may vary BROIL HI LO Sp Cook and Hold Your new control has a cook and hold feature that keeps cooked foods warm for up to 3 hours after the cooking function is finished You can only use Cook and Hold with timed cooking features To activate this feature follow the steps below Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF Press the COOKING TIME pad The display will show Hid OFF Press the COOKING TIME pad again to activate the feature The display will show Hid ON Press the START pad to activate the cook and hold feature and leave the control set in this special features mode Changing the Speed of the Increase or Decrease Pads on some models As you use the INCREASE or DECREASE pads when setting a time or temperature you may notice the display changes slowly This special feature allows you to change the speed To set the speed you pref
34. d lift out the drip pans Drip pans can be cleaned ina dishwasher or by hand When replacing the drip pans make sure they are in the correct position 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 sewing needle or twisttie Before putting the surface burner back shake out excess water and then dry it thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven for 30 minutes Then place it back in the range making sure it is properly seated and level Check the flame pattern of each burner Ifthe flames are jumpy not steady clean the holes again with a sewing needle or twisttie To get rid of burned on food place them in a covered container or plastic bag with 1 4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil Then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary CAUTION Do not clean the drip pans in a self cleaning oven 25 suon nusu ajes y a lt 2 S S 7 2 a s 3 2 S Q S 7 521 Bunooys lqnoll s ulo sn9 Safety nstructions Operating Instructions 3 5 S 2 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Care and cleaning of
35. d that you use a flat bottomed wok They are available at your local retail store A traditional round bottom wok can be used with Wok Holder accessory model JXWK which can be ordered from your appliance dealer The Wok Holder fits on top of the range grate to provide support and proper air circulation for traditional round bottom woks only Do not use flat bottomed woks with the Wok Holder Glass There are two types of glass cookware those for oven use only and those for top ofrange cooking saucepans coffee and teapots Glass conducts heat very slowly Heatproof Glass Ceramic Can be used for either surface or oven cooking It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly Check cookware manufacturer s directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges Stainless Steel This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat as the manufacturer recommends Do not use a wok on any other support ring Placing the ring over the burner grate may cause the burner to work improperly resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards This could be dangerous to your health Do not try to use such woks without the ring unless you are using the Wok Holder You could be seriously burned if the wok tipped over Using the oven controls
36. el ALL oven operations except the clock and timer Number Pads Use to set any function requiring numbers such as the time of day on the clock the timer the oven temperature the internal food temperature the start time and length of operation for timed baking and self cleaning TOP LIGHT Pad Press this pad to turn the surface light on or off SELF CLEAN Pad Press this pad to select the self cleaning function See the Using the self cleaning oven section Special features of your oven control on some models lt h Your new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use The following are the features and how you may activate them The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day clock They remain in the controls memory until the steps are repeated S When the display shows your choice press the START pad The special features will remain in memory after a power failure s 12 Hour Shut Off BROIL With this feature should you forget and leave the 2 Press the START TIME or DELAY START oven on the control will automatically turn off the pad The display will show 12 shdn 12 TART or DELAY oven after 12 hours during baking functions or after hour shutoff Press the START TIME b START 3 hours during a broil function or DELAY START pad again and the If you wish to turn off this feature foll
37. er follow the steps below 7 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF 2 Press the INCREASE pad The display will show you a set speed between l and5 3 Press the INCREASE pad to increase the speed up to the number 5 Press the DECREASE pad to decrease the speed down to the number 1 2 Press START to activate the setting and leave the control set in this special features mode 15 suon nusul ajes o 3 a lt 2 2 wa S o A S Q S sdij Bunooys lqnoll 9IA1 9 Safety nstructions Operating Instructions 8 5 3 S 5 S 2 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Using the oven To avoid possible burns place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on The oven has 5 shelf positions t also has a special lovv shelf position R for roasting extra large items such as a large turkey Plastic items on the cooktop may melt if left too close to the vent 16 Before you begin The shelves have stop locks so that when placed correctly on the supports they will stop before coming completely out and will nottilt When placing and removing cookware pullthe shelf out to the bump on the shelf
38. erated without cookware on the grate Such abuse could result in fire and damage to your range and will void your warranty Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Explosions or fires could result Do not use oven for a storage area Items stored in the oven can ignite Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range LOCATION a Vig Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts Any openings in the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork Your range like many other household items This will allow the range to be moved for is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings cleaning or servicing Also make sure your such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting Use care floor covering will withstand 180 F See the when moving the range on this type of flooring Installation Safety Instructions section It is recommended that the following simple and inexpensive instructions be followed to protect your floor Make sure the wall coverings around your range can withstand the heat generated up to 200 F by the range See the Installation Safety The range should be installed on a sheet of Instructions section
39. ess this pad to select the self cleaning function See the Using the self cleaning oven section 17 suon nusul ajes y a lt 2 S S 77 e 2 a s 3 2 S Q S 7 sd l Bunooys lqnoll s ulo sn9 Safety nstructions Operating Instructions 5 3 5 S S 2 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Using the oven controls 12 OVEN BAKI N BAKE BROIL BROIL LOCKED DOOR a HI LO SELF TOP CLEAN LIGHT on models with number pads only 1111411 START COOK 1 7 TIME CONTROLS 11 Li CLOCK CLEAN STOP TIMER KITCHEN Oven Control Clock and Timer Features and Settings BAKE Pad Press this pad to select the bake function BROIL HI LO Pad Press this pad to select the broil function Function Indicators Light up to show whether the oven is in the bake broil or self clean mode Oven Temperature and Broil Display Shows the oven temperature or the broil setting selected Time Display Shows the time of day the times set for the timer or automatic oven operation Program Status Words light up in the display to indicate what 15 in the time display Programmed information can be displayed at any time by touching the pad of the operation you want to see For example you can display the current time of day while the timer is counting down by pressing the CLOCK pad If F and a
40. f food since heavy spattering or spillovers left on range can ignite Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool sahib Safety Instructions Operating Instructions 5 5 2 S S S Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Always use the LITE position on electric ignition models or the H position on standing pilot models when igniting the top burnersand make sure the burners have ignited Never leave the surface burners unattended at high flame settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire Adfust the top burner flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookvvare Excessive flame is hazardous Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do notlet pot holders come near open flames when lifting cookvvare Do not use a tovel or other bulky cloth in place ofa pot holder When using glass cookware make sure it is designed for top of range cooking To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage turn cookware handles toward the side or back of the range without extending over adjacent burners Carefully watch foods being fried at a high flame setting Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure
41. goes blank A fuse in your home may be Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker blown or the circuit breaker tripped The clock is in the See the Special features of your oven control section black out mode Display flashes Power failure Reset the clock Unable to get the Oven control pads were The BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads must be pressed at display to show SF not pressed properly the same time and held for 3 seconds Power outage Power outage or surge Reset the clock If the oven was in use you must reset clock flashes it by pressing the CLEAR OFF pad setting the clock Burning or oily odor emitting from the vent This is normal in a new oven and will disappear in time and resetting any cooking function To speed the process set a self clean cycle fora minimum of 3 hours See the Using the self cleaning oven section Strong odor An odor from the insulation e This is temporary around the inside of the oven is normal for the first few times the oven is used Fan noise A cooling fan may This is normal The cooling fan will turn off and on Drawer does not slide automatically turn on and off to cool internal parts suon nusul ajes S Q 2 S 2 S 2 3 2 TA S The drawer is out of alignment Fully extend the drawer and push it all the way in smoothly or drags See the Care and cleaning of the range section
42. grounded outlet Do notattempt to repair or replace any part 57 pies 5 5 o of your range unless it is specifically prong outlet in accordance with the National u ab Electrical Code Do notuse an extension recommended in this manual Allother d with thi service should be referred to a qualified technician Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outage on standing pilot models and poor air circulation Be sure all packaging materials are removed from the range before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packaging material ignite Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a qualified service technician or installer for the type of gas natural or LP that is to be used Your range can be converted for use with either type of gas See the nstallation of the range section WARNING These adiustments must be made by a qualified service technician in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions andall codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or property damage The qualified agency performin this work assumes responsibility for the conversion After prolonged use of a range high floor temperatures may result and many floor coverings will not withstand this kind of use Never install the range over vinyl tile or linoleum that cannot wi
43. ifices can be found attached to the range next to the pressure regulator There is a second set of instructions included in the envelope containing the product wiring diagrams on the back of the range Keep these instructions and the orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas 48 suon nu sul ajes 3 lt A S Q S 2 2 s o 3 2 S Q S 521 Buijootjs qnoil Safety nstructions Operating Instructions S S 2 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Before You Call For Service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service Problem Top burners do not light or do not burn evenly Burner flames very large or yellow Surface burners light but oven does not Florescent top light does not work 44 Possible Causes Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet What To Do Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly grounded outlet Burner holes on the side or around the top of the burner may be clogged Remove the burners on models with standard twin burners or burner heads on models with sealed burners or burner caps on spill proof models and clean them with a sewing needle or twist tie Make sure you
44. inish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you place your hand a pot holder cleaning cloths or other materials on them suoyaonysuy ajes o 3 xi 2 2 ll S o A S Q S sdij Bunooys lqnoll Safety nstructions Operating Instructions 5 5 S S 2 5 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Using the surface burners 222 W N a Use a flat bottomed wok 10 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 Stove Top Grills on models with sealed burners Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners If you use the stove top grill on the sealed gas burner it will cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards This can be hazardous to your health Wok This Way on models with sealed burners We recommen
45. ip store this document It will help you Registration today in a safe place It operate your nevv Have the peace of contains information appliance properly mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event ofa safety modification you vill need should you require service Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Model Number Serial Number Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered or register online at www geappliances com Model Number Serial Number Mr Ms Mrs Miss First Last Name Name Street Address l l l Apt 1 E mail Address Zip City State Code Date Placed Phone i a Month Day Year Number General Electric Company Louisville Kentucky www geappliances com Occasionally we may allow selected companies to send you information Check here if you do not want this information GE Appliances 52 Safety nstructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 53 Notes Safety nstructions Operating Instructions 3 S 2 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se GE Gas Range Warr anty For customers in the Un
46. ited States All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician For service call 800 GE CARES For The Period Of GE Will Replace 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 Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit the product breakers Improper installation Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or 0998 other than the intended purpose or used commercially Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defecis vvith this appliance This vvarranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding ovvner 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 K
47. l behind the range and in the floor under the range when hookups are completed S S 2 5 Check Ignition of Surface Burners Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after the range and gas supply lines have been carefully checked for leaks Electric Ignition Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to LITE position You will hear a clicking sound indicating proper operation of the spark module Once the air has been purged from the supply lines burners should light within 4 seconds After burner lights rotate knob out of the LITE position Try each burner in succession until all burners have been checked Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se 40 Quality of Flames The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually A Yellow flames Call for service B Yellow tips on outer cones Normal for LP gas C Soft blue flames Normal for natural gas f burner flames look like A call for service Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas you use With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal Check Ignition of Oven Burner The oven is designed to operate quietly and automatically To operate the oven press the BAKE pad and then press the or number pads until 350 appears in the display Press the START pad Af
48. le stacking of items When Using the Warming Drawer The warming drawer will keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature Always start with hot food Do not use to heat cold food other than crisping crackers chips or dry cereal Do not line the warming drawer with aluminum foil Allow time for the drawer to be preheated LOR E 10 minutes Medium 25 50 minutes 25 35 minutes Food in heat safe glass and glass ceramic utensils may need a higher thermostat setting as compared to food in metal utensils Repeated opening of the drawer allows the hot air to escape and the food to cool Allow extra time for the temperature inside the drawer to stabilize after adding items The warming drawer will keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature Always start with hot food Do not use to ON Signal Light The ONsignal light is located above the control knob and glows when the knob is in the on position It stays on until the knob is moved to the OFF position With large loads it may be necessary to use a higher thermostat setting and cover some of the cooked food items Food should be kept hot in its cooking container or transferred to a heat safe serving dish Aluminum foil may be used to cover food to prevent it from drying out CAUTION Plastic containers or plastic wrap will melt if in direct contact with the drawer or a hot utensil Melted plastic may not be
49. ment 42 Anti Tip Device 35 43 Checking Burner Ignition 40 41 Connecting the Range to Gas 36 38 Dimensions and Clearances 34 Electrical Connections 39 40 Leveling the Range 42 43 Consumer Services Important Phone Numbers Back Cover Model and Serial Number Location Product Registration 3 51 52 VVarranty for Customers in Canada 55 Warranty for Customers inthe U S A 54 Owner s Manual and Installation Instructions GBP35 JGBP79 JGBP85 JGBP86 JGBP90 18305580 083 49 8680036 7 00 350 4502 218 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING ANTI TIP DEVICE ALL RANGES CAN TIP INJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT INSTALL ANTI TIP DEVICES PACKED WITH RANGE SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death Operating Instructions Donotstore 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 S 5 S 2 Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s
50. moved your surface burners while cleaning make sure they are properly seated when replacing them After cleaning lower the cooktop be careful not to pinch your fingers The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning To remove a knob pull it straight off the stem If knob is difficult to remove place a towel or dishcloth between the knob and control panel and pull gently Wash the knobs in soap and water or a vinegar and hot water solution Metal parts can be cleaned with soap and water Do not use steel wool abrasives ammonia acids or commercial oven cleaners Dry with a soft cloth Oven Shelves Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel wool After cleaning rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth NOTE Take the shelves out of the oven before you begin the self clean cycle Brushed Chrome Cooktop on some models Clean the brushed chrome top with warm soapy water or Bon Ami brand cleanser and immediately dry it with a clean soft cloth Take care to dry the surface following the grain To help prevent finger marks after cleaning spread a thin film of baby oil on the surface Wipe away excess oil with a clean soft cloth Warming Drawer Rack Clean the rack with detergent and water After cleaning rinse the rack with clean water and dry with a clean cloth Fluorescent Top Light on some models CAUTION Do not touch the bulb with wet hands or
51. n shuts off automatically foods continue cooking after controls are off Adiust 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 on models with number pads only 3 206 71 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 2 seconds until the CII dspayshowssF s 2 J sJ s 0 Press the BAKE pad A two digit number shows in the display Press the BAKE pad once to increase the oven temperature or twice to decrease suon nusu ajes 3 The oven temperature can be adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Press the number pads the same way you read them For example to change the oven temperature 15 F press 7 and 5 21 When you have made the adjustment press the START pad to go back to the time of day display Use your oven as you would normally NOTE This adjustment will not affect the broiling or self cleaning temperatures It will be retained in memory after a power failure To Adjust the Thermostat on models with or pads only
52. nge on linoleum or any other synthetic floor covering make sure the floor covering can withstand 180 F without shrinking warping or discoloring Do not install the range over carpeting unless a sheet of 1 4 thick plywood or similar insulator is placed between the range and carpeting Make sure the wall coverings around the range can withstand heat generated by the range up to 200 F Avoid placing cabinets above the range To reduce the hazard caused by reaching over the open flames of operating burners install a ventilation hood over the range that projects forward at least 5 beyond the front of the cabinets The ventilating hood must be constructed of sheet metal not less than 0 0122 thick Install above the cooktop with a clearance of not less than 1 4 between the hood and the underside of the combustible material or metal cabinet The hood must be at least as wide as the appliance and centered over the appliance Clearance between the cooking surface and the ventilation hood surface MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES EXCEPTION Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance If cabinets are placed above the range allow a minimum clearance of 30 between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets Ifa 30 clearance between cooking surface and overhead combustible material or metal
53. not clean the door gasket The door gasket is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the gasket Clean only parts listed in this Owner s Manual If the self cleaning mode malfunctions turn the oven off and disconnect the power supply Have it serviced by a qualified technician Do not use oven cleaners No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner 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 suon nusu ajes 3 Q A S Q S 2 A o S Q S 2 sd l s ulo sn2 9IA19 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S 5 S 5 S 2 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING V lt TON SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS vi ELECTRIC WARMING DRAWER fon some models The purpose of the warming drawer is to hold hot cooked foods at serving temperature Always start with hot food cold food cannot be heated or cooked in the warming drawer Do not use the warming drawer to dry newspapers If overheated they can catch on fire Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the warming drawer when not in use Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings in or near your warming drawer
54. nt compound on or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon around all male external pipe threads Install a manual gas line shut off valve in the gas line in an easily accessed location outside of the range Make sure everyone operating the range knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the range 27 Install male 1 2 flare union adapter to the 1 2 NPT internal thread elbow at inlet of regulator On models equipped with standard twin burners install the male pipe thread end of the 1 2 flare union adapter to the 1 2 NPT internal thread at inlet of pressure regulator Use a backup wrench on the regulator fitting to avoid damage When installing the range from the front remove the 90 elbow for easier installation Install male 1 27 or 3 4 flare union adapter to the NPT internal thread of the manual shut off valve taking care to back up the shut off valve to keep it from turning D Connect flexible metal appliance connector to the adapter on the range Position range to permit connection at the shut off valve Z VVhen all connections have been made make sure all range controls are in the off position and turn on the main gas supply valve Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and connections to check for leaks in the system CAUTION DO NOT USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS When using test pressures greater than 1 2 psig to press
55. o publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances namely benzene carbon monoxide formaldehyde and soot caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels Properly adjusted burners indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame will minimize incomplete combustion Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood 5 2 S S Fluorescent light bulbs and safety valves on standing pilot ranges contain mercury f your model has these features they must be recycled according to local state and federal codes w s SAFETY PRECAUTIONS K Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut off valve and how to shut it off if necessary Have your range installed and properly Plug your range into a 120 volt grounded grounded by a qualified installer in outlet only Do not remove the round accordance with the Installation Instructions grounding prong from the plug If in doubt Any adjustment and service should be about the grounding of the home electrical performed only by qualified gas range system it is your personal responsibility and installers or service technicians obligation to have an un
56. ods such as sauces or foods which need to cook over low heat for a long time It can be turned down to a very low simmer setting How to Select Flame Size For safe handling of cookware never let the flames extend up the sides of the cookware Watch the flame not the knob as you reduce heat The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using In Case of Power Failure In case of a power failure you can light the surface burners on your range with a match Hold a lit match to the burner then push in and turn the control knob to the LITE position Use extreme caution when lighting burners this way Before Lighting a Burner If drip pans are supplied with your range they should be used at all times Make sure all grates on the range are in place before using any burner 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 The largest burners are higher powered than the others and will bring liquids to a boil quicker Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware is wasted and only serves to heat the handle Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally After Lighting a Burner Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The f
57. omatically Press the CLEAR OFF pad to clear the display if necessary Remove the food from the oven Remember even though the oven shuts off automatically foods continue cooking after controls are off How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop You can set the oven control to delay start the oven cook for a specific length of time and then turn off automatically Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day Press the BAKE pad Press the or or number pads to set the temperature Z 2 31 Press the COOKING TIME pad Z Press the or or number pads to set the baking time Press the DELAY START or START TIME pad 6 Press the or or number pads to set the time of day you want the oven to turn on and start cooking 71 Press the START pad Ifyou would like to check the times you have set press the DELAY START or START TIME pad to check the start time you have set or press the COOKING TIME pad to check the length of cooking time you have set When the oven turns on at the time of day you have set the display will show the changing temperature starting at 100 F and the cooking time countdown At the end of cooking time the oven will turn off and the end of cycle tone will sound Press the CLEAR OFF pad to clear the end of cycle tone if necessary Remove the food from the oven Remember even though the ove
58. or will unlock automatically Change the Start Time by pressing the or or number pads The words DELAY CLEAN will appear in the display 5 Press the START pad The selfclean cycle will automatically begin after CLEAN is displayed and the word ON appears in the display different Clean Time is desired press the or or number pads until the desired Clean Time is displayed Z Press the DELAY STARTor START TIME pad After a Clean Cycle You may notice some white ash in the oven Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools f white spots remain remove them with a soap filled steel wool pad and 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 6 When the LOCKED DOOR light is off slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and open the door If your range does not have a latch the door will unlock automatically 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 COOKING TIME pad If the shelves become hard to slide wipe the shelf supports with cooking oil Care and cleaning of the range Be sure elect
59. 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 or warming drawer can be smothered completely by closing the oven door or drawer and turning the control to off or by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Let the burner grates and other surfaces cool before touching them or leaving them where children can reach them 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 storage drawer or kick panel suon nusul ajes 3 Q 2 Q S 2 a A o S Q S 2 sd l Dunoouys lqnoll s ulo sn2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING SURFACE BURNERS Use proper pan size avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates To avoid spillovers make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations o
60. oughly 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 To remove the door open it a few inches to the special stop position that will hold the door open Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up and off the hinges NOTE Be careful not to place hands between the hinge and the oven door frame as the hinge could snap back and pinch fingers Safety Instructions Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately When the surface is cool clean and rinse To replace the door make sure the hinges are in the special stop position Position the slots in the bottom of the door squarely over the hinges Then lower the door slowly and evenly over both hinges at the same time If the hinges snap back against the oven frame pull them back out Lift the door straight up and off the hinges Do not use oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door Operating Instructions To clean the inside of the door Do not immerse the door in water Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned during the self clean cycle you do not need to clean this by hand Any soap left on the liner causes additional stains when the oven is heated The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to allow
61. oven burner is near the back wall behind the storage drawer or the warming drawer depending on the model Remove the drawer See the Care and cleaning of the range section To adjust the flow of air to either burner loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter toward open or closed position as needed The flames for the top broil burner should be steady with approximately 1 blue cones and should not extend out over the edges of the burner baffle Leveling the Range See the Care and cleaning of the range section 2 Use a 3 16 open end or socket wrench to back out both rear leveling legs approximately 2 turns l Use a open end or adjustable wrench to back out the front leveling legs two turns 2 Remove the storage drawer or warming drawer To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly remove the oven bottom Flames should have approximately 1 blue cones and if range is supplied with natural gas should burn with no yellow tipping With most LP gas small yellow tips at the end of outer cones are normal Flames should not lift off burner ports If lifting is observed gradually reduce air shutter opening until flames are stabilized To remove the oven bottom 2 Remove the knurled screws holding down rear of the oven bottom Grasp the oven bottom at finger slots on each side Lift the rear of the o
62. ow the display will show no shdn no shutoff steps below 3 Press the START pad to activate the no Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at shut off and leave the control set in this pearance may var the same time for 3 seconds until the special features mode display shows SF Fahrenheit or Centigrade Temperature Selection BROIL 02 Your oven control is set 10 use the Fahrenheit 2 Press the BROIL HI LO pad The display o 3 xi lt a A S Q w S mana 2 li o 3 A S Q S temperature selections but you may change this to will show F Fahrenheit BROIL use the Centigrade selections HILO 3 Press the BROIL HI LO pad again The a Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at display will show Centigrade the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF 2 Press the START pad Appearance may vary Control Lockout BROIL i z Your control will allow you to lock down the touch 31 Press the START pad to activate the pads so they cannot be activated pressed control lockout feature and leave EH 71 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the control set in this special features the same time for 3 seconds until the mode D display shows SF When this feature is on and the touch pads Z Press the SELF CLEAN pad The display 5 presed the ee will beep and the will show LOC OFF display il Om EAG 2 Appearan
63. p for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners Pressure regulator g K Gas Flow into Range 90 Elbow provided a m 2 f Flex connector 6 ft max S Adapter 4 Installer Inform the a consumer of the location a Adapter of the gas shut off valve Gas shut off valve S 1 27 or 3 4 Gas pipe s Rigid Pipe Hookup for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners S Pressure regulator Nipple Gas Flow into Range I 902 Elbow provided Hits 902 Elbow S v Union ack iron pipe S Installer Inform the lt Union consumer of the location I of the gas shut off valve Nipple I lt Gas shut off valve 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe Flexible Connector and Rigid Pipe Hookup for Models Equipped with Standard Twin Burners Q D 2 5 Ke Flexible pipe hookup Rigid pipe hookup Pressure Gas Flow into Range EJES e oo Elbow 1 Nipple Union H Black iron pipe Manifold pipe mr Adapter Flex connector z Installer nform the 6 ft max n Union consumer of the location i r of the gas shut off valve Gas shut off valve 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe i Gas shut off valve 38 A 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe rvice Customer Se Electrical Connections
64. 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 CERTIFIED Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service GE amp You A Service Partnership A Vis IMPORTANT a N Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card oN Two easy ways to register your appliance M Through the internet at www geappliances com M Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here You can find them on a label on the front of the range behind the warming drawer or storage drawer 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 You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all If you 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
65. plywood or similar material When the floor covering ends at the front of the range the area that the range will rest on should be built up with plywood to the same level or higher than the floor covering IMPORTANT ON Remove all tape and packaging Lift up the cooktop on models with standard twin burners and remove any packing material under it Make sure the standard twin burners are properly seated and level Take the accessory pack out of the oven Check to be sure that no range parts have come loose during shipping 35 suon nusu ajes Q Q 2 S S 7 2 s a 3 2 S u S 77 sd l Dunoouys lqnoll Safety nstructions Operating Instructions Ss S 2 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Installation of the range Read these instructions completely and carefully 56 Provide Adequate Gas Supply Your range is designed to operate at a pressure of 4 of water column on natural gas or if designed for LP gas propane or butane 10 of water column Make sure you are supplying your range with the type of gas for which it is designed This range is convertible for use on natural or propane gas If you decide to use this range on LP gas conversion must be made by a qualified LP installer before attempting to operate the r
66. 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 Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat Cooktop Surface To avoid damaging the porcelain enamel surface of the cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull clean up spills right away Foods with a lot of acid tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices etc or foods with high sugar content could cause a dull spot if allowed to set Oven Bottom The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish To make cleaning easier protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers by placing a cookie sheet on the shelf below the shelf you are cooking on This is particularly important when baking a fruit pie or other foods with a high acid content Hot fruit fillings or other foods that are highly acidic such as tomatoes sauerkraut and sauces with vinegar or lemon juice may cause pitting and damage to the porcelain enamel surface and should be wiped up immediately To get rid of burned on food place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag with 1 4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil Let sit overnight or approximately 12 hours then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary Rinse grates thoroughly and dry completely before replacing them on the range top Although they
67. r Any Appliance Backed by GE All brands covered Anywhere Anytime Unlimited service calls All parts and labor costs included No out of pocket expenses e No hidden deductibles One 800 number to call You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U S toll free at 800 626 2224 for more information All brands covered up to 20 years old in the continental U S Please place in envelope and mail to General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 32150 Louisville KY 40232 2150 51 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us VVe are proud to have you as a customerl Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment Complete and mail After mailing the Read your Owner s your Consumer registration belov Manual carefully Product Ownersh
68. rical povver is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range Surface burner CAUTION Do not operate the burner vvithout all burner parts and drip pans if so equipped in place Clean these holes thoroughly on each burner 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 Standard Twin Burner Assemblies on some models On models with standard twin burners the cooktop lifts up for easy access Turn all controls OFF before removing burner parts and drip pans if so equipped The burner grates and drip pans if so equipped can be lifted off making them easy to clean The holes in the surface burners of your range must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and an even unhampered flame You should clean the surface burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes Wipe off surface burners If heavy spillover occurs remove the surface burners from the range Burners lift out for cleaning Lift up the cooktop and then lift out the surface burners To remove burned on food soak the surface burner in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water Soak the surface burner for 20 to 30 minutes Drip Pans on some models Remove the grates an
69. s Problem Possible Causes Oven will not self clean The oven temperature is too high to set a self clean operation What To Do Allow the range to cool to room temperature and reset the controls Oven controls improperly set See the Using the self cleaning oven section On models with a door latch the oven door is notin the locked position Crackling or This is the sound of the popping sound metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions Excessive smoking Excessive soil Oven door will not open Oven too hot after a clean eycle Oven not clean after a Oven controls not properly set Make sure you move the door latch handle all the way to the right e This is normal Press the CLEAR OFF pad Open the windows to rid the room of smoke Wait until the LOCKED DOOR light goes off VVipe up the excess soil and reset the clean eycle Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature See the Using the self cleaning oven section clean eycle Oven vvas heavily soiled LOCK DOOR flashes The self clean cycle has been in the display selected but the door is not closed LOCKED DOOR light The oven door is locked is on when you want because the temperature to cook inside the oven has not dropped below the locking temperature F and a number or On models with a door latch letter flash in the display if a function error code appear
70. s during the self cleaning cycle check the oven door latch 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 Close the oven door Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool and then on models with a door latch unlock the door The latch may have been moved even if only slightly from the locked position Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it will go You have a function error code Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool for one hour Put the oven back into operation If the function code repeats Oven door will not Oven is too hot unlock on models with a door latch 46 Disconnect all power to the range for 5 minutes and then reconnect power If the function error code repeats call for service Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature Do not lock the door with the door latch except when using the self clean feature Problem Door appears in the Possible Causes Self cleaning cycle has been What To Do Move the latch handle all the way to the right display on models with selected but the latch handle a door latch was not moved all the way to the right Latch handle was moved to e Move the latch handle to the right only when setting the right but a program other the self cleaning cycle than self cleaning was selected Display
71. section of this manual OR Visit our Website at www geappliances com suon nusu ajes 3 lt 2 Q S 2 Q 3 A S Q li S sdij bunooys lqnoll J9UIO SN 9IA19 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Safety Instructions A WARNING ANTI TIP DEVICE All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach it to the wall by installing the Anti Tip device supplied To check if the device is installed and engaged properly carefully tip the range forward The Anti Tip device should engage and prevent the range from tipping over Ifyou 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 Ifit is not there isa possible risk of the range tipping over and causing injury if you or a child stand sit or lean on an open door Please refer to the Anti Tip device information in this manual Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and injury Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California t
72. set 12 34 press the number pads 1 2 3and 4in that order If number pads are not pressed within one minute after you press the CLOCK pad the display reverts to the original setting If this happens press the CLOCK pad and reenter the time of day Press the START pad This enters the time and starts the clock To check the time of day when the display is showing other information simply press the CLOCK pad The time of day shows until another pad is pressed 31 Press the START pad After pressing the START pad SET disappears this tells you the time is counting down although the display does not change until one minute has passed When the timer reaches 00 the control will beep 3 times followed by one beep every 6 seconds until the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad is pressed The 6 second tone can be canceled by following the steps in the Special features of your oven control section under Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle Display then shows the time of day 19 Su0IJ3nu Suj ajes o 3 xi 2 2 ll S o A S Q S sdij Bunooys lqnoll Safety nstructions Operating Instructions 5 5 S S 5 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Using the timed baking and roasting features If your model has a door latch do not lock the oven door
73. slices times This guide is based Ground Beef Ib 4 patties D 10 11 7 Space evenly Up to 8 S on meats at refrigerator Well Done 2 to 3 4 thick patties take about the same time br temperature Beef Steaks lt Rare thick C 9 7 Steaks less than 1 thick cook 177 Department of Agriculture Medium 12 Ibs C 12 5 6 through before browning says Rare beef is popular but you Well Done C 13 8 9 Pan frying is recommended should knovv that cooking it to only Slash fat 5 140 F means some food poisoning Raret Z thic C 10 6 7 z S organisms may survive Source 7 2 to 27 Ibs ii 7 5 5 Safe Food Book Your Kitchen Chicken whole B 30 35 15 20 Brush each side with melted Guide USDA Rev June 1985 2 to 27 Ibs butter Broil skin side down split lengthwise first 4 bone in breasts B 25 30 10 15 Lobster Tails 2 4 C 13 16 Do not Cut through back of shell 6 to 8 oz each turn Spread open Brush with over melted butter before broiling gt and after half of broiling time Fish Fillets 1 4 to 1 2 thick D 6 6 Handle and turn very carefully Brush with lemon butter before and during N amp cooking if desired Preheat amp broiler to increase browning Ham Slices 1 thick C 8 8 precooked 1 2 thick D 6 6 Pork Chops 2 1 2 thick D 10 8 Slash fat VVell Done 211 thick about 1 b D 15 8 Lamb Chops Medium 211 thick about 10 D 8 4 7 Slash fat O Well Done to 12 oz D 1
74. support Oven Vent Your oven is vented through ducts at the rear of the range Do not block these ducts when cooking in the oven it is important that the flow of hot air from the oven and fresh air to the oven burner be uninterrupted Avoid touching the vent openings or nearby surfaces during oven or broiler operation they may become hot 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 Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may become hot if left too close to the vent Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers which may cause them to burst Metal items will become very hot if they are left on the cooktop and could cause burns Power Outage for Electric Ignition Models CAUTION Do not make any attempt to operate the electric ignition oven during an electrical power failure The oven or broiler cannot be lit during a power failure Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot Oven Light Use the switch on the lower control panel to turn the light on or off If the oven is in use when a power failure occurs the oven burner shuts off and cannot be re lit until power is restored This is
75. t if you are still not pleased in the U S write all the details including your phone number to Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 or in Canada to Manager Consumer Relations Camco Inc 1 Factory Lane Suite 310 Moncton N B ELC 9M3 Printed in Mexico
76. ter 30 90 seconds the oven burner will ignite and burn until the set temperature is reached The oven burner will continue to cycle on and off as necessary to maintain the oven at the temperature indicated by the display To check ignition of the broil burner press the BROIL HI LO pad and then the START pad After 30 90 seconds the broil burner will ignite Electric ignition models require electrical power to operate In case of a power outage the oven burners on these models cannot be lit manually with a match Gas will not flow unless the glow bar is hot If the oven is in use when a power outage occurs the burner will shut off and cannot be re lit until power is restored 41 suon nusul ajes 3 lt A S S 2 2 w o S 2 S sd l bunoouys lqnoll s ulo sn9 Safety nstructions Operating Instructions Ss S 2 Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Installation of the range Read these instructions completely and carefully 42 Z Adjust Broil and Oven Burner Air Adjustment Shutters if Necessary Air adjustment shutters for the top and bottom burners regulate the flow of air to the flames Air adjustment The air adjustment shutter for the top broil burner is in the center of the rear wall of the oven The shutter for the bottom
77. the range Drip pan on some models Burner head CAUTION Do not operate the burner without all burner parts and drip pans if so equipped in place Use a sewing needle or twist tie to unclog the small hole in the burner head After cleaning make sure the slot in the burner head is positioned over the electrode qa Small qap Medium 26 Sealed Burner Assemblies on some models Turn all controls OFF before removing the burner parts and drip pans if so equipped The burner grates caps burner heads and drip pans if so equipped can be lifted off making them easy to clean The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed when the burner head is removed When one burner is turned to LITE all the burners spark Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on An electric shock may result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware Burner Heads on sealed burners only NOTE Before removing the burner heads and caps remember their size and location Replace them in the same location after cleaning For proper ignition make sure the small hole in the section that fits over the electrode is kept open A sewing needle or wire twist tie works well to unclog it The slits in the burner heads of your range must be kept clean at all times for an even unhampered flame You should clean the surface burners routinely especiall
78. them If range is located near a window do not hang long curtains that could blow over the surface burners and create a fire hazard When a pilot goes out on standing pilot models you will detect a faint odor of gas as your signal to relight the pilot When relighting the pilot make sure burner controls are in the OFF position and follow instructions in this manual to relight If you smell gas and you have already made sure pilots are lit on standing pilot models turn off the gas to the range and calla qualified service technician Never use an open flame to locate a leak Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the area over the pilot on standing pilot models will be hot Always turn the surface burner controls off before removing cookware SH COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY v 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 OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven The hot air and steam that escape can cause burns to hands face and eyes Do not use the oven for a storage area Items stored in the oven can ignite Keep the oven free from grease buildup Place the oven shelves in the desired position while the oven is cool Pulling out the shelf to the stop lock is a convenience in lifting hea
79. thstand such type of use Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting Donotleave children alone or unattended where a range is hot or in operation They could be seriously burned Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the oven door storage drawer warming drawer or cooktop They could damage the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury 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 For your safety never use your appliance for warming or heating the room Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance Be careful when reaching for items stored in cabinets over the range Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with flame or hot oven surfaces and may cause severe burns Do not store flammable materials in an oven a range storage drawer a warming drawer or near a cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn the controls off Smother a flaming pan on a surface burner by covering the pan completely with a well fitting lid cookie sheet
80. to CAN CGA 1 1 latest edition Aswith any appliance using gas and generating heat there are certain safety precautions you should follow You will find these precautions in the Important Safety Information section in the front of this manual Read them carefully NA FOR YOUR SAFETY VS of this or any other appliance If you smell gas 71 Open windows Don t touch electrical switches 2 3 Extinguish any open flame Z Immediately call your gas supplier TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers Pencil and ruler Two pipe wrenches one for backup 1 open end or adjustable wrench Nut drivers or wrenches 3 16 and 1 4 32 Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity IMPORTANT Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector s use NOTE TO INSTALLER Leave these instructions with the appliance after installation is completed NOTE TO CONSUMER Keep this Owner s Manual and Installation Instructions for future use NOTE This appliance must be properly grounded ADDITIONAL MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED Gas line shut off valve Pipe joint sealant or UL approved pipe thread tape with Teflon that resists action of natural and LP gases Flexible metal appliance connector 1 2 I D A 5 foot length is recommended for ease of installation but other lengths are accept
81. to cool for one hour Put the oven back into operation If the function error code repeats disconnect the power to the range and call for service If a flashing time of day is in the display you have experienced a power failure Reset the clock If your oven was set for a timed oven operation when the power outage occurred the clock and all programmed functions must be reset 6 O COOKING TIME Pad Press this pad and then press the INCREASE or DECREASE pads to set the amount of time you want your food to cook The oven will shut off when the cooking time has run out START TIME Pad Use along with the COOKING TIME or SELF CLEAN pad to set the oven to start and stop automatically at a time you set CLOCK Pad Press this pad before setting the clock The time of day will flash in the display when the oven is first turned on KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF Pad Press this pad to select the timer feature START Pad Must be pressed to start any cooking or cleaning function DECREASE Pad Short taps to this pad will decrease the time or temperature by small amounts Press and hold the pad to decrease the time or temperature by larger amounts INCREASE Pad Short taps to this pad will increase the time or temperature by small amounts Press and hold the pad to increase the time or temperature by larger amounts CLEAR OFF Pad Press this pad to cancel ALL oven operations except the clock and timer SELF CLEAN Pad Pr
82. ure test the gas supply system of the residence disconnect the range and individual shut off valve from the gas supply piping When using test pressures of 1 2 psig or less to test the gas supply system simply isolate the range from the gas supply system by closing the individual shut off valve Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont Gas Pipe and Electrical Outlet Locations for Models with Sealed Burners 30 This area allows for flush range 2 z installation with through the wall connection of pipe stub shut off nA valve and rear wall 120V outlet This area allows for flush range installation with through the floor connection of pipe stub shut off valve Gas Pipe and Electrical Outlet Locations for Models with Standard Twin Burners 2 Shortest connection from hard pipe stub This area allovvs for flush range location to range hookup installation with through the wall connection of pipe stub shut off valve and rear wall 120V outlet This area allows for flush range installation with through the floor connection of pipe stub shut off valve of suon nusu ajes 3 lt A S Q li S 2 2 s s Q 3 S Q wa S sdij Bunooys lqnoll s ulo sn9 9IA19 Installation of the range 5 Read these instructions completely and carefully da Flexible Connector Hooku
83. ven bottom enough to clear the lip of the range frame then pull out Install the oven shelves in the oven and position the range where it will be installed Z Check for levelness by placing a spirit level or a cup partially filled with water on one of the oven shelves If using a spirit level take two readings with the level placed diagonally first in one direction and then the other 27 Adjust the leveling legs until the range is level After the range is level slide the range away from the vvall so that the Anti Tip device can be installed Installing the Anti Tip Device WARNING Range must be secured with an approved Anti Tip device Unless properly installed the range could be tipped byyou or a child standing sitting or leaning on an open door After installing the Anti Tip device verify that it is in place by carefully attempting to tilt the range forward This range has been designed to meet all recognized industry tip standards for all normal conditions The use of this device does not preclude tipping of the range when not properly installed If the Anti Tip device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the universal Anti Tip device WB02X7909 2 Mark the wall where the RIGHT EDGE of the range is to be located Be sure to allow for the countertop overhang if you intend to install the range next to cabinets
84. vy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls The lowest position R is not designed to slide Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Never use aluminum foil to line the oven bottom Improper use of foil could start a fire Do not use aluminum foil anywhere in the oven except as described in this manual Misuse could result in a fire hazard or damage to the range SELF CLEANING OVEN When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturer s directions Do not use your oven to dry newspapers If overheated they can catch fire Use only glass cookware that is recommended for use in gas ovens Always remove the broiler pan from range as soon as you finish broiling Grease left in the pan can catch fire if oven is used without removing the grease from the broiler pan When broiling if meat is too close to the flame the fat may ignite Trim excess fat to prevent excessive flare ups Make sure the broiler pan is in place correctly to reduce the possibility of grease fires Ifyou should have a grease fire in the broiler pan press the CLEAR OFF pad and keep the oven door closed to contain fire until it burns out Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before self cleaning operation Before self cleaning the oven remove the broiler pan grid and other cookware Do
85. with door closed includes door handle to 29 Depth varies depending on model See specifications sheet for your model gt Operating Instructions Height 46 JGBP35 4734 JGBP79 JGBP85 JGBP86 JGBP90 Depth with door open N 461 Ss S 2 Minimum to cabinets on Maximum depth either side of for cabinets above the range countertops To vvall on either side Minimum 1 standard burner models 2 lo wall on either side sealed burner models Troubleshooting Tips rvice To cabinets below 0 cooktop and at the range back Front edge of the range side panel forward from cabinet Customer Se 34 A WARNING ANTI TIP DEVICE W 4 All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach an approved Anti Tip device to the wall See Installing the Anti Tip Device in this section To check if the device is installed and engaged properly carefully tip the range forward The Anti Tip device should engage and 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 For your safety never use your range for warming or heating the room Your oven and cooktop are not designed to heat your kitchen Top burners should not be op
86. with the latch 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 The low temperature zone of this range between 150 F and 200 F is available to keep hot cooked foods warm Food kept in the oven longer than 2 hours at these low temperatures may spoil 20 COOKING TIME a START TIME DELAY START How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop The oven will turn on immediately and cook for a selected length of time At the end of the cooking time the oven will turn off automatically Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day 7 Press the BAKE pad 21 Press the or or number pads to set the oven temperature 3 Press the COOKING TIME pad 4 Press the or or number pads to set the baking time The oven temperature and the cooking time that you entered will be displayed 1 Press the START pad The display shows the oven temperature that you set and the cooking time countdown The display starts changing once the temperature reaches 100 F The oven will continue to cook for the programmed amount of time then shut off aut
87. y 7 days a week In Canada call 1 800 361 3400 OR Visit our Website at www geappliances com In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away In Canada call 1 800 361 3400 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 In Canada contact Manager Consumer Relations Camco Inc 1 Factory Lane Suite 310 Moncton N B EIC 9M3 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 in Canada call 1 800 461 3636 Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 56 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 In Canada please consult your yellow pages for your local Camco number Service Satisfaction Ifyou are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE First contact the people who serviced your appliance Nex
88. y after bad spillovers which could clog these openings To remove burned on food soak the burner heads in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water for 20 30 minutes For more stubborn stains use a toothbrush Burner Caps on sealed burners only Lift off when cool Wash burner caps in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water You may scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove burned on food particles Dry them in a warm oven or with a cloth don t reassemble them wet Replace the burner caps Before putting the burner head back shake out excess water and then dry it thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven for 30 minutes Replace the burner heads and caps Make sure that the heads and caps are replaced in the correct location There is one small 2 medium and one large head and cap NOTE On some models there are 2 large one medium and one small head and cap Make sure that caps are replaced on the correct size burner There is one small 2 medium and one large cap NOTE On some models there are 2 large one medium and one small head and cap Burner rates Lift out when cool Grates should be washed regularly and of course after spillovers Wash them in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water After cleaning dry them thoroughly by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes Don t put the grates back on the range while they are wet When replacing the grates be sure they re

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