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Anti-Tip Device ............................2, 3,33,41
Operating Instructions, Tips
Aluminum Foil ...................................5, 15, 18
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......................6, 7
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-22
Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 15
Broiling, Broiling Guide ....................18, 19
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Control Settings...................lO, 14, 16, 18
Door Latch ..............14, 16, 18,20,21,48
Light; Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10,28
Preheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 17
Roasting, Roasting Guide ................l6, 17
Self-Cleaning Instructions ..............20
Shelves ..................................1 1, 14-16,27
Surface Cooking .........................................8, 9
Control Settings ..........................................8
Electric Ignition ............................................8
Care and Cleaning ....................23-3O
Broiler Pan and Rack......................5, 18, 19,27
Burner Assembly ........................................2 3-25
Door Removal ...............................................26
Lift-up Cooktop .............................................30
Oven Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Oven Vents ....................................4, 5, 11,30
Storage Drawer ............................................2g
GE Appliances
Self-Cleaning Gas Range
Problem So[ver........................47,
More questions ?...call
GE Answer Center@ 800.626.2000
Preparation
Flame Size ..................................9, 39,46,47
Flooring Under the Range .........................34
Installation Instructions ......................32 -46
Leveling ..........................................................4l
Minor Adjustments......................................3 1
Thermostat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Consumer Services ...................5l
Appliance Registration ..................................2
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Important Phone Numbers ........................5 1
Model and Serial Number Location ...........2
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
Models: JGBP24GEI JGBP30WEP
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- Page 1 Self-Cleaning Gas Range Problem So[ver......47, More questions ?...call Anti-Tip Device ......2, 3,33,41 GE Answer Center@ 800.626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips Preparation .........31-46 Aluminum Foil ........5, 15, 18 Flame Size ........9, 39,46,47 Features ............6, 7 Flooring Under the Range ......34...
- Page 2 (include your phone number): Check the Problem Solver in the Consumer Affairs back of this book. It lists causes of )* i GE Appliances minor operating problems that you . f Appliance Park \’ can correct yourself.
- Page 3 and out of drafty locations to prevent poor air circulation. requires the Govornor of Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a qualified service technician or installer for the be used. type of gas (natural or LP) that is to reproductive harm, wd requires businesses to warn Your range can be converted for use with either customers of potintial exposure to such substances.
- Page 4 (continued) Let the burner grates and other surfaces cool To minimize the possibility of burns, ignition before touching them or leaving them where of flammable materials, and spillage, turn children can reach them. cookware handles toward the side or back of the range without extending over adjacent burners.
- Page 5 When using cooking or roasting bags in oven, Keep all plastics away from top burners. Do not leave plastic items on the only glass cookware that is recommended for use in gas ovens, melt if left too close to Always remove broiler pan from oven as soon the vent.
- Page 6 ‘ ’ ‘\ ! Your range is equipped with one of the two types of surfac burners shown above.
- Page 7 Feature Index (Not all models have all features. Appearance of features varies.) page 1 Air Intake (under storage drawer) 4,30 2 Model and Serial Numbers (on front frame of range, behind storage drawer or kick panel) Removable Oven Door 4 Anti-Tip Device 3,33,41 (Lower right rear corner on range back.
- Page 8 Electric Ignition Your surface burners are lighted by electric ignition, The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed. eliminating the need for standing pilot lights with When one burner is turned to LITE, all the burners constantly burning flames. spark. Do not attempt to disassemble or clean In case of a power failure, you can light the surface around any burner while another burner is on.
- Page 9 How to Select Flame Size Watch the flame, not the knob, as you reduce heat. The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using. FOR SAFE HANDLING OF COOKWARE NEVER LET THE FLAME EXTEND UP THE SIDES OF THE COOKWARE. Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware is wasted and only serves to heat the handle.
- Page 10 Before Using Your Oven Be sure you understand how to set the controls properly, Practice removing and replacing the shelves while the oven is cool. Read the information and tips on the following pages. Keep this book handy where you can refer to it, especially during the first weeks of using your new range.
- Page 11 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. Oven Venti Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may The oven is vented through duct openings at the rear...
- Page 12 (continued) Adjustin the Oven Thermos~t When cooking food for the first time in your new oven, Back of OVEN TEMP knob, use the time given on recipes as a guide. Oven thermostats, over a period of years, may “drift” from the factory setting and the differences in timing between an old and a new oven of 5 to 10 minutes are not unusual.
- Page 13 Clock and Minute Timer To set the clock, push the knob in and turn the clock hands to the correct time. Then let the knob out and continue turning to OFF. The Minute Timer has been combined with the range clock. Use it to time cooking operations.
- Page 14 the shelves in the Turn OV or T IME BAKE Cook longer ifneces5aw. Turn OVEN Do not lock th oven doo with the door latch is used for se]f cleaning only. during baking. This the oven in the desired oven is coo].
- Page 15 Baking Guides When using prepared baking mixes, follow package recipe or instructions for best baking results. Aluminum Foil Cookies When baking Never entirely cover a shelf with a large cookies, flat cookie sheets (without cookie sheet or aluminum foil. This sides) produce will disturb the heat better-looking...
- Page 16 Do not lock the oven door with the door latch 3. Turn OVEN SET OVEN SH OVEN KMP during roasting. This is used for self-cleaning only. knob to BAKE or TIME BAKE and Roasting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat or OVEN TEMP poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven.
- Page 17 Questions and Answers Q. Is it necessary to check for doneness with a Q. Do I need to preheat my oven each time I cook meat thermometer? a roast or poultry? A. Checking the finished internal temperature at the A. It is unnecessary to preheat your oven. completion of cooking time is recommended.
- Page 18 Broiling is cooking food by direct The oven door must be closed Do not lock the oven door tith the door latch during roasting. heat from above the food. Most during broiling. This is used for self-cleaning only. fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled.
- Page 19 Quantity anWor Shelf 2nd Side Thickness Position Minutes Minutes Comments Bacon 1/2 lb. (about 8 Arrange in single layer. thin slices) 10-11 Ground Beef Space evenly. Up to 8 patties take (4 patties) inch thick 1/2 to 3/4 about same time. Beef Steaks Rare 1 inch thick...
- Page 20 Before a Clean Cycle Clean top, sides and outside front of oven door with Step 1: Remove the broiler pan, broiler rack, all soap and water. Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners. cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven—they Do not rub or clean the door gasket (B)—the cannot withstand the high cleaning temperatures.
- Page 21 How to Set Oven for Cleaning Decide on cleaning hours necessary. Recommended Cleaning Time: Step 1: Turn the OVEN OVEN S~ SET knob to CLEAN. Light to Moderate Soil—2-3 hours (thin spills and Push in and turn the light spatters) OVEN TEMP knob to ~ Heavy Soil- hours (heavy, greasy spills and CLEAN.
- Page 22 (continued) Questions and Answers Why won’t my oven clean immediately Q. Should there be any odor during the cleaning? even though I set all the time and clean A. Yes, there maybe a slight odor during the first few knobs correctly? cleanings.
- Page 23 Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for it to help assure safe and proper maintenance. BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF YOUR RANGE. CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS AND DRIP PANS (IF SO EQUIPPED) IN PLACE.
- Page 24 (continued) Burner Heads (on sealed burners omy) The holes in the burners of your range, ,---- For more stubborn stains, use a cleanser like Soft and the spark electrodes, must be kept Scrub brand or Bon Ami@ brand. Rinse well to clean at all times for proper ignition and remove any traces of the cleanser that might clog the an even, unhampered flame.
- Page 25 Drip Pans (on some models) Remove the grates and lift out the drip pans. Drip pans can be cleaned in dishwasher or by hand. To get rid of burned-on food, place the drip pans in a covered container (or plastic bag) with 1/4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil.
- Page 26 (continued) Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable but it is heavy. You may need help removing and replacing the door. To remove the door, open it a few inches to the special “stop” position that will hold the door open. Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up and off the hinges.
- Page 27 Oven Shelves Shelves can be cleaned by hand using soap and water or with an abrasive cleanser. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water and dry. To remove heavy, burned-on soil, you may use scouring pads. After scrubbing, wash with soapy water, rinse and dry. Shelves may also be cleaned in self-cleaning oven, but will discolor and lose some luster.
- Page 28 (continued) Lamp Replacement (on some models ) CAUTION: Before replacing your oven bulb, disconnect electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Be sure to let the lamp cover and bulb cool completely. The oven lamp (bulb) is covered with a removable glass cover that is held in place with a bail-shaped wire.
- Page 29 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. Do not overload the storage drawer. If the drawer is too heavy, it may slip off the track when opened. The storage drawer may be removed for cleaning under the range.
- Page 30 (continued) 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, storage drawer or broiler drawer (depending on the model).
- Page 31 Broil and Bottom Burner Air Adjustment Shutters The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually. See the Installation Instructions and the Problem Solver sections in this book. Air adjustment shutters for the top (broil) and bottom burners regulate the flow of air to the flames. The flames for the top (broil) burner should burn steady with approximately 1“...
- Page 32 FOR YOUR SAFETY IMPORTANT you smell gas: Remove all pacting material and literature horn oven before connecting 1. Open windows. gas and electrical supply to range. 2. Don’t touch electrical stitches. 3. Etinguish any open flame. 4. Immediately call your gas supplier. DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances betieen the range and adjacent combustible surfaces.
- Page 33 between cooking surface and 30” clearance overhead combustible material or metal cabinets Instigation of this range must conform titi cannot be maintained, protect the underside of local codes, or in the absence of loed codes, the cabinets above the cooktop with not less than 1/4”...
- Page 34 GENERAL TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Dimensions and Clearances in this section Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. These Pencil and ruler dimensions must be met for safe use of your Two pipe wrenches (one for backup) range.
- Page 35 Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations 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 @ropane or butane), 10” of water column. Make sure you are supplying your range with the type of gas for which it is designed.
- Page 36 (continued) Flexible Connector and Rigid tipe Hookups CONNECT THE MNGE TO GM (continued) for Models Equipped wi~ Dual Burners Flexible Connector Hookup for Models Equipped witb Sealed Burners Pressure Regulator ~ (provided) Flex Adapter (6 ft. max.) Manifold Pipe Nipple Adapter + Shut-off Rigid Pipe Hookup for Models Equipped...
- Page 37 Install a manual gas line shut-off valve in the gas line in an easily accessed location outside of Electrical Requirements the range. Make sure everyone operating the 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded branch range knows where and how to shut off the gas circuit protected by a 15-amp or 2@amp circuit supply to the range.
- Page 38 (continued) Power Cord W be Disconnetid Frquen@. USage sitiationSwhereAppliace Do not use an adapter plug in these situations Power Cord W be Disconnected Mquen@. because disconnecting of the power cord adapter maybe used only on a l~amp places undue strain on the adapter and leads to circuit.
- Page 39 SEAL THE CHECK IGNITION OF OVEN BURNER OPENINGS oven is designed to operate quietly and Seal any openings in the wall behind the range automatically. To operate the oven, turn the and in the floor under the range when hookups are completed.
- Page 40 ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURHERAIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS IF NECESSARY adjustment shutters for the top and bottom burners regulate the flow of air to the flames. determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly, remove the oven bottom and the burner baffle (see below). Flames should have approximately 1“...
- Page 41 LEVELING THE RANGE Remove the storage drawer, broiler drawer or kick panel. 2. Use a 3/16” open-end or socket wrench to back out both rear leveling legs approximately two turns. 3. Use a l:M” open-end or adjustable wrench to back out the front toward the center of the range from the marked leveling legs two turns.
- Page 42 HOW TO CONVERT THE RANGE FOR USE Note: On some models the Lever shown closed. WITH 1P NATURAL TOOLS REQUIRED: T-10 1/2” and 3/4” open-end wrench Flat blade screwdriver (small) Nut drivers or wrenches: 7mm or 5/16” (depending on the size of the spuds) If it is this regulator: Use a coin to remove the cap from the pressure regulator.
- Page 43 CONVERTING SURFACE BURNERS ON Orifice Spuds for Converting to LPGas: MODELS EQUIPPED WITH SEALED BURNERS (See with this Use and Care book. LP or~lce spuds Step 4 if range is equipped with dual burners.) have a 2-digit number and the Letter “L” on one side.
- Page 44 HOW TO CONVERT THE RANGE FOR USE CONVERTING SURWCE BURNERSON WITH 1P GAS OR HATURAL GAS (continued) MODELS EQUIPPED WITH DUAL BURNERS (See Step 3 if range is equipped with sealed burners.) 5. To prevent leakage, make sure the ofilce spuds are securely screwed into the gas inlet Lift cooktop.
- Page 45 CONVERT AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTER(S) For N gas, loosen the Phillips head screw and 1. Remove oven door, storage drawer or broiler rotate the shutter to the drawer, oven bottom and burner baffle. The full open position. With Screw lower burner orifice spud is located behind the baffle in place, flames Air Shutter storage drawer, broiler drawer or kick panel.
- Page 46 (continued) HOW TO COHVE~ THE RANGE FOR USE CHECK QUALITY OF FLMES (continued) The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually. (A), call for service. (B) or Normal burner flames should look like Turn all top (C), depending on the type of gas you use.
- Page 47 POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBLEM OVEN WLL NOT WORK Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped, or a fuse has been blown, Oven controls not properly set. Door left in locked position after cleaning. sure electrical plug is plugged into a live power outlet.
- Page 48 Oven controls not set properly. Review Operating the Self-Cleaning Oven section. CLEANCYCLE Heavily soiled oven requires 3’/2 to 4 hour clean time. If you need more help...call, toll free: GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000 consumer information service...
- Page 50 NOTES...
- Page 51 With tie purchase ofyour new GE appliance, receive the assurance that ifyou ever need — information or assistance from GE, wdll be tiere. All you have to do is call—toll-free! In-Home Repair Service AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, sched- uled at a time that’s convenient for you.
- Page 52 To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General. Warrantor: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 Part No. 164 D2764P020 49-8402...