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GE JGBC20 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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Safety Instructions
. . . .2-7, 25
Operating Instructions
Aluminum Foil . . . . . . . .12, 13
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . .10
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-15
Baking and Roasting . . . . .12
Broiling . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14
Broiling Guide . . . . . . . . . .14
Oven Control . . . . . . . . . . .11
Power Outage . . . . . . . . . . .11
Preheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Surface Cooking . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Thermostat Adjustment . . . .15
Care and Cleaning
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Broiler Pan and Grid . . . . . .21
Burner Assemblies . . . . .16-18
Burner Caps and Heads . . . .18
Burner Grates . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Control Panel and Knobs . . .21
Cooktop Surface . . . . . . . . . .19
Drip Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Lift-Off Oven Door . . . . . . . .20
Lift-Up Cooktop . . . . . . . . . .19
Oven Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Oven Interior . . . . . . . . .22, 23
Removable Broiler Drawer . .21
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Stainless Steel Surfaces . . . . .19
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ______________________
Serial # ______________________
You can find them on a label on
the front of the range behind the
kick panel or broiler drawer.
. . . . . . . . . . .24-39
Anti-Tip Device . . . . .28, 38, 39
to Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29-32
Convert to LP Gas . . . . . . . . .39
Dimensions and
Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Level the Range . . . . . . . . . .38
Light the Pilots . . . . . . . .34-37
. .40-42
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Consumer
Support . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Product Registration . . . .43, 44
Warranty for Customers
in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Warranty for Customers
in the U.S.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
183D5580P131 49-85044 03-03 JR
Owner's Manual
& Installation
Instructions
Standard-Clean
Models:
JGBS04
RGB508
JGBS07
RGB524
JGBS17
RGB528
JGBS20
RGB533
JGBS21
JGBS22
JGBS23
JGSS05
Continuous-Clean
Model:
JGBC20

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Clearances ....27 Electrical Connections . .33, 34 Level the Range ..38 Light the Pilots ..34–37 Troubleshooting Tips .

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 grounded by a qualified installer, in accordance with the Installation Instructions.

  • Page 4: Oven

    Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting. Do not leave 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, broiler drawer or cooktop.
  • Page 5 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.

  • Page 6: Surface Burners

    To avoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly. This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food, since heavy spattering or spillovers left on range can ignite. Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool.
  • Page 7 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 call a qualified service technician. Never use an open flame to locate a leak.

  • Page 8: Using The Gas Surface Burners

    (right front) burners are the primary burners for most cooking. These general-purpose burners can be turned down from HI to LO to suit a wide range of cooking needs. NOTE: On some models, the burners are all the...
  • Page 9 Only a flat-bottomed wok should be used. In Case of Power Failure In case of a power failure, you can light the gas 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.

  • Page 10: Using The Clock And Timer

    Using the clock and timer. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. To Set the Clock NOTE: When you first plug in the range or after a power failure, the entire Clock/Timer display will light up.

  • Page 11: Oven Control

    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.

  • Page 12: Preheating

    Using the oven. How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Your oven is not designed for open-door cooking. Close the oven door. Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to the desired temperature. Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe. Cook longer if necessary.

  • Page 13: Broiler Pan And Grid

    Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled. Follow these directions to keep spattering and smoking to a minimum. Your range has a compartment below the oven for broiling. Both the oven and broiler compartment doors must be closed during broiling.

  • Page 14: Broiling Guide

    Using the oven. Broiling Guide The size, weight, thickness, starting temperature and Food your preference of doneness Bacon will affect broiling times. This guide is based on meats Ground Beef at refrigerator temperature. Well Done †The U.S. Department of Agriculture Beef Steaks says “Rare beef is popular, but you Rare...

  • Page 15: Oven

    NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the broiling temperatures. To Adjust the Thermostat Pull the OVEN CONTROL knob off the range and look at the back side. To make an adjustment, loosen (approximately one turn), but do not completely remove, the two screws (Appearance may vary) on the back of the knob.

  • Page 16: Burner Assemblies

    Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced.

  • Page 17: Burner Grates

    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 are positioned securely over the burners.
  • Page 18 Care and cleaning of the range. Burner Caps and Heads NOTE: Before removing the burner caps and heads, remember their size and location. Replace them in the same location after cleaning. Burner caps Lift off when cool. Wash burner caps in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water.

  • Page 19: Cooktop Surface

    Lifting the cooktop can lead to damage and improper operation of the range. To raise the cooktop: Be sure the burners are turned off. Remove the grates and drip pans (if so equipped).

  • Page 20: Lift-Off Oven Door

    Care and cleaning of the range. 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.
  • Page 21 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 broiler drawer (depending on the model).

  • Page 22: Oven Interior

    Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Shelves Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or scouring pad. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth. Porcelain Oven Interior With proper care, the porcelain enamel interior will retain its attractive finish for many years.

  • Page 23: Oven Interior

    REMEMBER: During the operation of the oven, the door and other range surfaces will get hot enough to cause burns. Do not touch. Let the range cool before replacing the oven shelves. If a spillover or heavy soiling occurs...

  • Page 24: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS • This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. • When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall be the T-handle type.

  • Page 25: For Your Safety

    • Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line (3/4″ or 1/2″ NPT x 1/2″ I.D.). • Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator on range (1/2″ NPT x 1/2″ I.D.) • Liquid leak detector or soapy water.

  • Page 26: Installation Safety Instructions

    • 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 •...

  • Page 27: 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.

  • Page 28: Anti-Tip Device

    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 operated without cookware on the grate.

  • Page 29: Connect The Range To Gas

    Make sure everyone operating the range knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the range. Install male 1/2″ flare union adapter to the 1/2″ NPT internal thread at inlet of regulator.
  • Page 30 Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS (for models with Sealed Burners) This area allows for flush range installation with through-the-wall connection of pipe stub/shut-off valve and rear wall 120V outlet. Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup.
  • Page 31 FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Pressure regulator Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve. RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Gas Flow into Range 45° Elbow Nipple Union Pressure regulator Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve.
  • Page 32 Manifold pipe Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve. Pressure regulator Adapter Gas Flow into Range Flex connector (6 feet maximum) Adapter Gas shut-off 1/2″ or 3/4″ valve Gas pipe Gas Flow into Range Nipple Union 1/2″...

  • Page 33: Electrical Connections

    The National Electrical Code requires the use of GFCI’s in kitchen receptacles installed to serve countertop surfaces. Performance of the range will not be affected if operated on a GFCI-protected circuit but occasional nuisance tripping of the GFCI breaker is possible.

  • Page 34: Light The Pilots

    • Pinch sides of connector and pull out of range back. SEAL THE OPENINGS Seal any openings in the wall behind the range and in the floor under the range when hookups are completed. LIGHT THE PILOTS (For models equipped with standing pilots.
  • Page 35 • Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side. • Lift rear of oven bottom enough to clear the lip of range frame, then pull out. Oven bottom 4. Locate the pilot in the back of the oven bottom.
  • Page 36 With the oven bottom removed, properly adjusted 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...
  • Page 37 LIGHT THE PILOTS (cont.) Check Ignition of Surface Burners Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after pilots have been lighted (on some models) and the range and gas supply lines have been carefully checked for leaks. Standing Pilot Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to HI position.
  • Page 38 • 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.
  • Page 39 LP gas installer. Back of range The conversion instructions and LP orifices can be found attached to the range next to the pressure regulator. Keep these instructions and the orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting Tips

    • To check the oven gas shut-off valve on sealed burner models, remove the broiler drawer or kick panel (see the Care and cleaning of the range section) and look for the gas shut-off lever at the back of the range. Lever is shown closed.
  • Page 41 • Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range. Make sure it is cool. • Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range. • See the Using the oven section. • See the Installation of the range section.
  • Page 42 Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes “Crackling” or This is the sound of the “popping” sound metal heating and cooling during cooking. Rainbow effect in This is caused by the heat the oven window treatment applied to the (on some models) oven window.
  • Page 43 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 for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.
  • Page 44 Year * Please provide your e-mail address to receive, via e-mail, discounts, special offers and other important communications from GE Appliances (GEA). Check here if you do not want to receive communications from GEA’s carefully selected partners. FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS.

  • Page 45: Accessories

    800.626.2002 (during normal business hours). Have your model number ready. Drip Pans Oven Racks Tired of discolored racks? Wishing you had extra-heavy-duty oven racks? GE’s innovative, self-cleanable porcelain-coated oven racks! Visit www.GEAppliances.com for more information. Grates Broiler Pan Light Bulbs NOW AVAILABLE for your range: •...
  • Page 46 Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to original purchase replace the defective part.

  • Page 47: In Canada

    Camco Will Replace: One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the full one-year warranty, Camco will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to original purchase replace the defective part.

  • Page 48: Consumer Support

    In Canada, please consult your yellow pages for your local Camco number. Contact Us If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations, GE Appliances, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225.

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