Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product JGBS18 GE
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~LP US mLP YOU... Read this guide carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new range properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, call: GE Answer Center@ 800.626.2000 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Write down the model and serial numbers.
— ~PORTANT SA~TY NOTICE * The c~ornia Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Etiorcemenf Act requires the Governor of C&fornia to publish a list of substances known to the s~t~ to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
J ‘i ● WORTANT SAFE~ ~STRUCTIONS (continued) ● CAUTION: ITEMS OF ~TEREST TO CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BX STORER IN CABINETS ABOVE A RANGE OR ON T~ BAC~PLASH OF A RANG&C~RREN CL~~G ON THE RANGE TO REACH ITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY ~~RED.
● Ma combination of ofls or fats ~ 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. “ Never try to move a pan of hot fa~ es-y a deep fat fryer.
FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE Features and appearance va~. 6 I Sealed Burners ~ Your range is equipped with one of the two types of surface burners shown above.
Feature Index (Not all models have all features. Appearance of features varies.) 1 Backguard (on some models) 2 Surface Burners, Grates and Drip Pans (on some models) 3 Oven Light OtiOff Switch (on so.
HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE TO YOUR OLD Om? Your new cooktop has gas burners. If you are used The best types of cookware to use, plus heat-up and to cooking with induction or other electric surface cool-down times, depend upon the type of burner or units, you will notice some differences when you use surface unit you have.
Surface Burner Controls Knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are marked as to which burners they control. The two On ranges with sealed burners: knobs on the left control the left front and left rear ● The smaller burner (right rear position) will give burners.
SU~ACE COO~G (continued) After Lighting a Burner ● Do not operate a burner for an extended period of ● Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the place your hand, a pot holder, cleaning cloths or grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.
(on some models) Follow the directions below if your range has the clock and timer shown at the right. You have the choice of having the timer show the ❑ CLOCK a time counting down or the time of day. In either case, the timer will signal at the end of the timer period to alert you that the time is up.
USmG YOUR OWN 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 guide handy where you can refer to it, especially during the first weeks of using your new range.
Oven Shelves The shelves are designed with stop- locks so when placed correctly on the shelf supports, they will stop before coming completely out of the oven and will not tilt when you are removing food from them or placing food on them. < L To remove a shelf from the oven, pull it toward you, tilt the front — “1 ,::~~$.
BA~G Your oven temperature is controlled using the latest If you think an adjustment is necessary, see the Adjust technology in oven control systems. It is recommended the Oven Thermostat section. It gives easy Do Zt that you operate your new oven for a number of weeks Yourse~instructions on how to adjust the thermostat.
Baking Guides When using prepared baking mixes, follow package recipe or instructions for best baking results. Cookies Aluminum Foil When baking cookies, Never entirely cover flat cookie sheets a shelf with aluminum (without sides) produce foil. This will disturb better-looking cookies.
ADJUST THE OVEN THEWOSTAT— DO ZT YOURSELF! You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. We recommend that you use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it, following the times given in your recipes as a guide.
Roasting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat or Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats. poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven. Therefore the oven controls are set for Baking. Roasting temperatures, which should be low and (You may hear a slight clicking sound indicating the steady, keep spattering to a minimum.
ROAST~G (continued) 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 not necessary to preheat your oven.
BROmmG Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the Both the oven and broiler compartment doors food. Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled. must be closed during broiling. Follow these directions to keep spattering and smoking — — Turn most foods once during cooking (the exception to a minimum.
BRO~~G GU~E The oven and broiler compartment doors must be ● If desired, marinate meats or chicken before broiling. closed during broiling. Or brush with barbecue sauce last 5 to 10 minutes only. ● Always use the broiler pan and grid that comes with “ When arranging the food on the pan, do not let fatty your range.
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.
CAm Am CLEAN~G (continued) CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS AND DRIP PANS (IF SO EQUIPPED) IN PLACE. Standard win Burners (on some models) Grate u v On models with standard twin burners, the cooktop lifts up for easy access.
Burner Grates 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.
CAm Am CLEAN~G (continued) Oven Light Bulb (on some models) The light bulb is located in the upper left corner (may vary) of the oven. Before replacing your oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or unplug the range from the electrical outlet.
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. 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.
CAW Am CLEA~G (continued) Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable but it is heavy: You may TO CLEAN THE DOOR: ,. need help removing and replacing the door. (Do not immerse door in water.) To remove the door, u Inside of door: ~~~~~psde -,ll open it a few inches to ● Allow to cool before cleaning.
— Special Care of continuous-cleaning Oven Interior (on some models) The Continuous-Cleaning Oven cleans itself while cooking. The oven walls are finished with a special coating that cannot be cleaned in the usual manner with soap, detergents, steel wool pads, commercial oven cleaners, coarse abrasive pads or coarse brushes.
FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas: 1. Open windows. 2. Don’t touch electrical switches. 3. Efinguish any open flame. 4. Immediately call your gas supplier. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
lM~RTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS InstaUation of tiis range must conform with local codes, or in tie absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 2223.1, latest edition. In Canada, initiation must conform with the current Natural Gas Instigation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.
GENERAL ● See Dimensions and Clearances in this section for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. The location of the electrical outiet md pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be adjusted to meet specific requirements.
❑ pRovlDEADEQuATE 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.
CONNECT THE WNGE TO GX (continued) Flexible Connector Hookup for Models Equipped witb Sealed Burners Pressure Regulator Flex ~ Connector (6ft. max) ~ Adapter Gas ShuPoff ~Valve Rigid Pipe HookupforModels Equipped with Sealed Burners Q Pressure ‘+ Regulator ,~J? ~oo~,~ow- ,.
1. 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. 2. Install male 1/2” flare union adapter to the 1/2” NPT internal thread elbow at inlet of regulator.
ELECTRl~L CONNECTIONS (continued) ❑ Usage Sitiationswhere &pliance Power Cord wifl be Disconnected Mquen@. An adapter maybe used only on a 15-amp circuit.
❑ StiL 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. If the range is an electric ignition model, the burners are ignited by electric ignition which eliminates the need for stiding pilot lights.
Light the Pilots (continued) Heater Pilot Flame ~ 4. Turn the OWN CONTROL knob to a setting above 200°F. The pilot flame will increase in size and impinge on the temperatureresponse element. The oven burner will light in 3090 seconds. The oven burner will operate until the set temperature is reached.
❑ ADJUST BROILAHD OVEN BURNER AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS ON MODELS WITH A STORAGE DRAWER, IF WECESSARY (See Step 9 if your range is equipped with a broiler drawer.) ~r adjustment shutters for the top and bottom burners regulate the flow of air to the flames.
❑ ADJUSTING THE AIR ADJUSTMENT (See Step 8 if your range is equipped with a storage drawer.) To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly, first remove the oven bottom and the burner baffle (on some models). Oven To remove the oven bottom: 1.
❑ LEVELIHG THE RANGE 1. 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 1%” open-end or adjustable wrench to back out the front leveling legs two turns.
HOW TO CONVERTA SEALED BURNER RANGE FOR USE WITH 1P GAS OR NATUW GAS This range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas. If you convert to LP gas, keep these instructions and orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas. The conversion should be done by a qualified technician or installer.
❑ Orifice Spuds for Converting to LPGas: LP orifice spuds are in a small plastic bag packed with this Use and Care Guide. LP orifice spuds have a 2-digit number and the letter “L” on the top. Each orifice spud will also have 1,2 or 3 grooves on the top, denoting the location on the range where it is to be installed as shown below.
❑ CHECK FOR L~KS When 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. CA~ON: DO NOT USE A FHE TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.
HOW TO CONVERT A STANDARD ~lN BURNER RANGE FOR USE WITH 1P GAS OR NATUU GAS ~is range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas. If you convert to LP gas, keep these instructions and otices in case you want to convert back to natural gas. The conversion should be done by a qualified technician or installer.
❑ CONVERT AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTER For LP gas, loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter to the full open position. With baffle in place, flames Screw should have approximately 1- ~~Utter inch blue cones and should not extend beyond the edges of the burner baffle.
PROBLEM $URPACE RU~RS LIGHT BUT OVEN DOES NOT TOP BURNERS DO NOT LIGHT OR DO NOT BURN EVENLY BUWERS HAVE YELLOW OR YELLOW-TEPED ~AMES BURNER ~AMES VERY LARGE OR YELLOW POSSIBLE CAUSE ● Plug on the range is not completely inserted in the electric~ outiet, * Pilot(s) is (are) not lit (on standing pilot models).
A r ● ● PROBLEM CLOCK DOES NOTWQRK OVEN LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON STRONG ODOR OVEN TEMPERAWRE TOO HOT OR TOO COLD RAtiOW E~CT IN ~E OVEN ~DOW (an some models) FOOD DOES NOT BROIL PROPERLY FOOD DOES NOT ROAST OR RAKE PRUPERLY T= PROBLEM SOLVER (continued) POSSIBLE CAUSE * Range electrical plug must be securely seated in a Iive power outlet.
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Staple sales slip or cancelled check YOUR GE GAS RANGE here. Proof of original purchase date WARRANTY is needed to obtain service under warranty. II WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY This warrant.
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