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GE JCGSS66 Owner's Manual

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USING THE COOKTOP
In Case of a Power Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Surface Burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Griddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
USING THE OVEN
Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Oven Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Sabbath Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cooking Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Cookware Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners . . . . . . . . . . .18
Oven Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Broil Drawer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Cooking Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning the Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cleaning the Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cleaning the Door and Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # _________________
Serial # _________________
You can find the rating label on the
front behind the range drawer.
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.
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JCGSS66
29-6186 11-17 GEA

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # _________________ Serial # _________________ You can find the rating label on the front behind the range drawer. GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license. 29-6186 11-17 GEA...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, personal injury or death. - Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. - WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS ■ Do not try to light any appliance.

  • Page 3: General Safety Instructions

    STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Gas appliances can cause low level exposure to some of these substances, including carbon monoxide, benzene, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by incomplete combustion of natural gas or propane fuels.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Cont.) WARNING ■ Never block the vents (air openings) of the interior area of the oven; allow sufficient time for range. They provide the air inlets and outlets that cooling first.
  • Page 5 COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING ■ N ever leave the surface burners unattended at ■ W hen using glass/ceramic cookware, make sure medium or high heat settings. Foods, especially it is suitable for cooktop service; others may oily foods, may ignite resulting in fire that could break because of sudden change in temperature. spread to surrounding cabinets.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING SELF-CLEANING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING (on some models) The self-cleaning feature operates the oven at ■ If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn the temperatures high enough to burn away food soils in oven off and disconnect the power supply.

  • Page 7: Warranty

    GE Appliances with information on your appliance. If you do not want your appliance data to be sent to GE Appliances, please advise your technician not to submit the data to GE Appliances at the time of service.

  • Page 8: Assistance / Accessories

    Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances website (www.GEAppliances.ca/en/support/service-request) 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts, or even schedule service online.
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  • Page 10: In Case Of A Power Failure

    In Case of a Power Failure In the event of a power failure, the oven is inoperable the surface burner cap, then slowly turn the knob to the and no attempt should be made to operate it. However, LITE position. Once lit, surface burners will continue to the surface burners may be lit with a match. Using operate normally.
  • Page 11 Surface Burners (Cont.) Top-of-Range Cookware Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is recommended Enamelware: Under some conditions, the enamel of some because it heats quickly and evenly. Most foods brown cookware may melt. Follow the cookware manufacturer’s evenly in an aluminum skillet. Use saucepans with tight- recommendations for cooking methods.

  • Page 12: Griddle

    Griddle (on some models) WARNING Fire Hazard ■ U se care when cooking greasy foods. Spilled grease may result in fire. ■ N ever place any items on the griddle when it is not in use. Heat from surrounding burners can heat the griddle and may result in fire. ■ P lace and remove the griddle only when griddle is cool and all surface burners are turned OFF. Positioning Your Griddle The reversible cast-iron griddle (on some models) and the nonstick aluminum griddle (on some models) can only be used over the center burner of the rangetop.
  • Page 13 Griddle (Cont.) (on some models) Using Your Nonstick Aluminum Griddle (on some models) Your griddle provides an extra-large cooking surface for Nonstick Aluminum Griddle meats, pancakes, and other foods usually prepared in Type of Food Cook Setting a skillet. Before first use, rinse with hot water and dry Bacon thoroughly.

  • Page 14: Oven Controls

    Oven Controls Non Convection Convection 29-6186...

  • Page 15: Oven Air Vents

    Oven Controls (Cont.) 1. Convection Bake (on some models): 8. Timer: Works as a countdown timer. Press the Timer pad and the + and - pads to program the Convection cooking uses increased air circulation to improve performance when baking on multiple time in hours and minutes. Press the Start pad. racks.

  • Page 16: Special Features

    Special Features There are several different special features on your range. To change the settings of these special features: ■ P ress the Bake and Broil pads at the same time and hold for three seconds. ■ “ SF” will appear in the display. ■ F or instructions on how to select different features, refer to the section below that corresponds to the special feature of interest.

  • Page 17: Sabbath Mode

    Sabbath Mode The Sabbath mode feature complies with standards set forth by Star K. Only continuous baking or timed baking is allowed in the Sabbath mode. All tones are disabled in the Sabbath mode; however the oven light is not disabled, so the light should be removed to ensure it does not come on when the door is opened.

  • Page 18: Cooking Modes

    Cooking Modes Your new oven has a variety of cooking modes to help you get the best results. These modes are described below. Refer to the Cooking Guide section for recommendations for specific foods. Remember, your new oven may perform differently than the oven it is replacing.

  • Page 19: Oven Racks

    Oven Racks Rack Positions Your oven has six rack positions in the main oven. Recommended rack positions for various types of foods are provided in the Cooking Guide. Adjusting the rack position is one way to impact cooking results. For example, if you would prefer darker tops on cakes, muffins or cookies, try moving food one rack position higher.

  • Page 20: Cooking Guide

    Cooking Guide RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RACK FOOD TYPE MODE(S) POSITION(S) ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS Baked Goods Layer cakes, sheet cakes, bundt cakes, muffins, quick Bake 4 or 5 Use shiny cookware. breads, biscuits, scones on a Single Rack Layer cakes* on Multiple Bake Ensure adequate airflow 3 and 5 Racks Convection Bake (see illustration below).

  • Page 21: Cleaning The Oven

    Cleaning the Oven Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the oven. Oven Interior The interior of your new oven can be cleaned manually Do not open the door during the 30 minute Steam Clean or by using the Steam Clean or Self Clean modes cycle as it will reduce the cleaning performance.

  • Page 22: Cleaning The Cooktop

    Cleaning the Cooktop Control Panel and Knobs Wipe the control panel after each use of the oven with To inquire about purchasing cleaning products a damp cloth. For cleaning, use mild soap and water or including stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish, a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean read the Assistance/Accessories sections at the water. Polish dry with a soft cloth. beginning of this manual.
  • Page 23 Cleaning the Cooktop (Cont.) Cleaning the Surface Burners (Cont.) CAUTION Cleaning the Burner Caps Do not operate the cooktop without Wash burner caps in hot, soapy water and rinse with all burner parts and grates in place. clean water. You may scour with a plastic scouring pad Any spill on or around an electrode must be carefully to remove burned-on food particles.

  • Page 24: Burner Grates

    Cleaning the Cooktop (Cont.) Burner Grates Manual Cleaning To self clean your grates on the oven bottom: Grates should be washed in hot, soapy water and 1. Remove all oven racks. rinsed with clean water or in the dishwasher. To soften 2.

  • Page 25: Cleaning The Door And Drawer

    Cleaning the Door and Drawer Cleaning the Oven Door Cleaning the Door Interior Stainless Steel Surfaces (on some models) Do not allow excess water to run into any holes or slots Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the surface. in the door . To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm sudsy Wipe dish soap over any baked-on spatters on the water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Maintenance Oven Light S HOCK OR BURN HAZARD: Before replacing oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the WARNING oven at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or burn. B URN HAZARD: The glass cover and bulb should be removed when cool. Touching hot glass with CAUTION bare hands or a damp cloth can cause burns.
  • Page 27 Maintenance (Cont.) Lift-Off Oven Door The door is very heavy. Be careful when removing and lifting the door. Do not lift the door by the handle. If improperly removed, oven door hinges may suddenly close and can cause personal injury to WARNING appendages near the hinge.
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  • Page 29: Product Registration

    Please place in envelope and mail to: Veuillez mettre dans une enveloppe et envoyez à : OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION P.O. BOX 1780 MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO L4Y 4G1 (FOR CANADIAN CONSUMERS ONLY - POUR RÉSIDENTS CANADIENS SEULEMENT) 29-6186...
  • Page 30 OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE – FICHE D’INSCRIPTION DU PROPRIÉTAIRE Please register your product to enable us to contact you in Veuillez enregistrer votre produit afin de nous permettre de the remote event a safety notice is issued for this product communiquer avec vous si jamais un avis de sécurité concernant and to allow for efficient communication under the terms of ce produit était émis et de communiquer facilement avec vous en our warranty, should the need arise.
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  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting tips ... Before you call for service Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Cause What To Do My new oven doesn't Your new oven has a different cooking system For the first few uses, follow your recipe times cook like my old one.
  • Page 33 Troubleshooting tips ... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Oven light does not Light bulb is loose or defective. Tighten or replace bulb. See the Maintenance section for work instructions on how to replace the bulb. Oven will not self-clean The temperature is too high to set Allow the oven to cool.
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting tips ... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Top burners do not Improper burner assembly. Make sure the burner caps are seated correctly. See the Care and burn evenly Cleaning section. Burner slots on the side of the Remove the burners for cleaning. See the Care and Cleaning burner may be clogged.

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