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Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning

Troubleshooting T

ips

Customer Service

Before You Call For Service…

Troubleshooting Tips 

Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

The display goes blank 

Power surge.

Disconnect power at the fuse box or circuit breaker 

or indicator lights come

for at least 10 seconds. Turn power on and power up 

on when range is not

your range. If the indicator lights are still on, 

in use

call for service.

The clock is in the 

See the 

Using the clock and timer

section.

black-out mode.

Clock and timer do  

Plug on range is not completely

Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly 

not work

inserted in the electrical outlet.

grounded outlet.

A fuse in your home may be

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

may be blown or the circuit 
breaker tripped.

Oven controls improperly set.

See the 

Using the clock and timer

section.

Oven light does 

Light bulb is loose or defective.

Tighten or replace the bulb.

not work

Switch operating light is broken.

Call for service.

Oven door is crooked

The door is out of position. 

Because the oven door is removable, it sometimes 
gets out of position during installation. To straighten 
the door, push down on the high corner.

Oven temperature too

Oven thermostat 

See the 

Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself! 

hot or too cold

needs adjustment.

section.

Oven will not work

Plug on range is not completely

Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly

inserted in the electrical outlet.

grounded outlet.

A fuse in your home may be 

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

blown or the circuit 
breaker tripped.

Oven controls improperly set.

See the 

Using the oven

section.

Door left in the locked position.

If necessary, allow the oven to cool then unlock the door.

Food does not bake 

Oven controls improperly set.

See the 

Using the oven

section.

or roast properly

Shelf position is incorrect 

See the 

Using the oven

section.

or the shelf is not level.

Incorrect cookware or cookware 

See the 

Using the oven

section.

of improper size being used.

Oven thermostat needs

See the 

Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!

adjustment.

section.

Oven starts a self-clean

Oven door locked during

Turn the Oven Temperature knob to 

OFF. 

Allow the 

cycle when you wanted

cooking.

oven to cool. Never force the door latch handle.

to bake, roast or broil 

CLEAN light is on

The oven door was 

Turn the Oven Temperature knob to 

OFF. 

Allow the

when you want to cook

accidentally locked.

oven to cool. Never force the door latch handle.

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Summary of Contents for JBP18

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Part No 164D3333P132 2 Pub No 49 8897 2 12 99 CG JR JBP18 JBP23 JBP58 JBP61 JBP62 LEB316 LEB326 LEB327 LEB356 RB754 RB755 RB756 RB757 RB787 Models Ranges Electric...

Page 2: ...28 Customer Service Product Registration 29 Warranty 31 Service Telephone Numbers Back Cover Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your range properly Just a little preven...

Page 3: ...ires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances The fiberglass insulation in self clean ovens gives off a very small amount of carbon monoxide during the cleaning cycle Expo...

Page 4: ...food a safe distance from your range Always keep combustible wall coverings curtains or drapes a safe distance from your range Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn the con...

Page 5: ...ven can ignite Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use After broiling always take the broiler pan out of the range and clean it Leftover grease in the broiler...

Page 6: ...a burn or electric shock always be certain that the controls for all surface units are at the OFF position and all coils are cool before attempting to lift or remove a unit Clean the cooktop with cau...

Page 7: ...surface as a cutting board Do not place or store items that can melt or catch fire on the glass cooktop even when it is not being used Be careful when placing spoons or other stirring utensils on glas...

Page 8: ...the bottom Match the size of the saucepan to the size of the surface unit The pan should not extend over the edge of the surface unit more than 1 inch Not over 1 inch 1 Wok Cooking electric coil mode...

Page 9: ...ts when the food is cooked Avoid placing anything on the surface unit until it has cooled completely Before you use the cooktop for the first time clean it with cleaning cream This helps protect the t...

Page 10: ...orcelain enamel this cookware is recommended Caution is recommended for cast iron cookware that is not completely covered with smooth porcelain enamel as it may scratch the glass ceramic cooktop Glass...

Page 11: ...ons must be reset The time of day will flash in the display when there has been a power outage HOUR and MIN Pads These pads allow you to set times up to 11 hours and 59 minutes LATCH DOOR Light Glows...

Page 12: ...s pies Casseroles B or C Preheating and Pan Placement Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes cookies pastry and breads To preheat set th...

Page 13: ...f 6 to 8 oz each turn shell Spread open over Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time Fish Fillets 1 4 to 1 2 thick C 5 5 Handle and turn very carefully Brush with lemo...

Page 14: ...operations The maximum setting on the timer is 11 hours and 59 minutes End of Cycle Tones Clear the tones by pressing the pad of the function you are using or To Reset the Timer If the display is stil...

Page 15: ...g time Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature The display will show the cooking time remaining When the oven reaches the set temperature a tone sounds When the oven automatically tu...

Page 16: ...seconds until the display changes Before display changes back press the HOUR pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 5 degree increments The oven temperature can be increased up to 35 F hotter...

Page 17: ...oven light is off IMPORTANT The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self cleaning cycle of any range Move birds to another well ventilated room Wipe up heavy...

Page 18: ...m After a Clean Cycle You may notice some white ash in the oven Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools If white spots remain remove them with a soap filled steel wool pad and rinse thorough...

Page 19: ...Panel It s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water rinse with cleanwaterandpolishdrywithasoftcloth Do not use abrasive cleansers stron...

Page 20: ...s in the bottom of the door squarely over the hinges and slowly lower it over both hinges To clean the inside of the door Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned during the self clean cycle you...

Page 21: ...r towels or a dishcloth Soaking the pan will remove burned on foods Both the broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a d...

Page 22: ...adjust or in any way repair the plug in receptacle Drip Pans electric coil models only Remove the surface units Then lift out the drip pans For best results clean the drip pans by hand Place them in a...

Page 23: ...the floor be sure that the screws do not penetrate electrical wiring or plumbing If this cannot be determined use shorter screws that will not penetrate through flooring The bracket is packed inside...

Page 24: ...new sharp razor scraper Do not use a dull or nicked blade If any soil remains repeat the steps listed above For additional protection after all soil has been removed polish the entire surface with the...

Page 25: ...are has been slid across the cooktop surface Areas of discoloration Improper cookware Marks from aluminum and copper pans as well as on the cooktop being used mineral deposits from water or food can b...

Page 26: ...o straighten the door push down on the high corner Oven temperature too Oven thermostat See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself hot or too cold needs adjustment section Oven will not work Pl...

Page 27: ...esume their setting clock flashes once the power is restored On models with a clock you must reset the clock If the oven was in use you must reset it by turning the Oven Temperature knob back to OFF s...

Page 28: ...operly set setting the Oven Temperature knob to CLEAN Oven makes This is the sound of the This is normal clicking noise heating element turning off and on during cooking functions F and a number You h...

Page 29: ...protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much mo...

Page 30: ...tment Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registr...

Page 31: ...tion Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Damage to the glass cooktop caused by use of cleaners other than the recommended cl...

Page 32: ...count GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent di...

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