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Printed in Mexico This book is printed on recycled paper. GE Appliances Range Electric Owner’s Manual JBS08PIC Part No. 183D6379P009 Pub. No. 49-88002-A 04-01 JR...
If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason, make sure the device is properly engaged when you push the range back against the wall. If it is not, there is a possible risk of the range tipping over and causing injury if you or a child stand, sit or lean on an open door.
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 oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands, face and/or eyes.
To minimize the possibility of burns, ignition of flammable materials and spillage, the handle of a container should be turned toward the center of the range without extending over nearby surface units. Always turn the surface units off before removing cookware.
Using the surface units. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. How to Set Push the knob in and turn in either direction to the setting you want. At both OFF and HI the control clicks into position.
Using the oven. To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Oven Control Settings Oven Temperature Knob Turn this knob to the setting you want. The oven cycling light glows until the oven reaches your selected temperature, then goes off and on with the oven element(s) during cooking.
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Using the oven. Aluminum Foil Never entirely cover a shelf with aluminum foil. This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking. How to Set the Oven for Broiling Place the meat or fish on the broiler grid in the broiler pan. Follow suggested shelf positions in the Broiling guide.
Broiling Guide The size, weight, thickness, starting temperature, Food and your preference Ground Beef of doneness will affect broiling times. This guide is based on meats at Beef Steaks refrigerator temperature. Rare† Medium Well Done Rare† Medium Well Done Chicken Bakery Product Bread (toast) English Muffin...
Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself! You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself. Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven.
Care and cleaning of the range. If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury.
Care and cleaning of the range. Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable for cleaning. Do not lift the door by the handle. To remove the door, open it to the special stop position. Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up and off the hinges.
Soaking the pan will remove burned-on foods. How to Remove the Storage Drawer or Kick Panel to Clean Under the Range To remove the storage drawer: Pull the drawer out all the way.
Do not cover the drip pans with foil. Using foil so close to the receptacle could cause shock, fire or damage to the range. (on some models) After cleaning under the cooktop with hot, mild soapy water and a clean cloth, lower the cooktop.
Wiring must conform to National Electric Codes. If the electric service provided does not meet the above specifications, have a licensed electrician install an approved outlet. Because range terminals are not accessible after range is in position, flexible service conduit or cord must be used.
12.7 cm (5 ) beyond the bottom of the cabinets. Make sure the wall covering, countertops and cabinets around the range can withstand heat generated by the range, oven or cooktop up to 93°C. (200°F.). Not less than the width...
International Installation Instructions. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Flooring Under the Range Your range, like many other household items, is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting. When moving the range on this type of flooring, it...
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TO AVOID POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Remove the 2 screws from the connector block. Remove the grounding screw and strap from the connector block middle location and the screw connecting it to the frame of the range. 2-Wire Conduit Installation WARNING: CONNECTOR BLOCK IS APPROVED FOR COPPER WIRE CONNECTION ONLY.
D. Use an open-end or adjustable wrench to adjust the leveling legs until the range is level. Final Check Be sure all range controls are in the OFF position before leaving the range. (220–240, 50/60Hz, 2-wire) Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Light bulb is loose or defective. Switch operating light is broken. •Call for service. Oven will not work Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
Problem Solver… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes Oven temperature too Oven thermostat hot or too cold needs adjustment. Oven door is crooked The door is out of position.