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Problem

Possible Cause

What To Do

My new oven doesn't 
cook like my old one. 
Is something wrong 
with the temperature 
settings?

Your new oven has a different cooking system 
from your old oven and therefore may cook 
differently than your old oven.

For the first few uses, follow your recipe times and 
temperatures carefully and use rack positions recommended in 
the Cooking Guide. If you still think your new oven is too hot or 
too cold, you can adjust the temperature yourself to meet your 
specific cooking preference. See the Oven Controls section.

Food does not bake 
properly

Oven controls improperly set.

See the Cooking Modes section.

Rack position is incorrect or rack is not level.

See the Cooking Modes section and Cooking Guide.

Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper 
size being used.

See the Cookware section.

Oven temperature needs adjustment.

See the Oven Controls section.

Food does not broil 
properly

Oven controls improperly set.

Make sure you select the appropriate broil mode. 

Improper rack position being used.

See Cooking Guide for rack location suggestions.

Cookware not suited for broiling.

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Aluminum foil on the broil pan has not been 
fitted properly or slit to drain grease.

If using aluminum foil on broil pan, wrap tightly and add slits 
conforming to those in the pan to allow grease to drain.

Oven temperature 
too hot or too cold

Oven temperature needs adjustment.

See the Oven Controls section.

Oven and/or display 
appears not to work

A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit 
breaker tripped.

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

Oven controls improperly set.

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Cook Time

 pad until "On" appears in the 

display and then press 

Start

. The display will change from a 

single bracket "]" to the time of day.

The clock is turned off.

See the Oven Controls or Special Features section.

“Crackling” or 
“popping” sound

This is the sound of the metal heating and cooling 
during both the cooking and cleaning functions.

This is normal. 

Why is my range 
making a "clicking" 
noise when using 
my oven?

Your range has been designed to maintain a 
tighter control over your oven's temperature. 
You may hear your oven's heating elements 
"click" on and off more frequently than in older 
ovens to achieve better results during baking, 
broiling, and self-clean cycles.

This is normal.

Clock and timer do 
not work

A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit 
breaker tripped.

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

Sometimes the oven 
takes longer to 
preheat to the same 
temperature

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Cookware, food, and racks in the oven will cause 
differences in preheat times. Remove excess items to 
reduce preheat time.

Oven light does not 
work

Light bulb is loose or defective.

Tighten or replace bulb. See the Maintenance section for 
instructions on how to replace the bulb.

Oven will not self-
clean

The temperature is too high to set a self-clean 
operation.

Allow the oven to cool and reset the controls.

Oven controls improperly set.

See the Care and Cleaning section.

Excessive smoking 
during clean cycle

Excessive soil or grease.

Turn the 

Oven Temperature Knob

 to OFF. Wait until the 

Oven cools below the unlocking temperature. Open the 
windows to rid the room of smoke. Wipe up the excess soil 
and reset the clean cycle.

Oven not clean after 
a clean cycle

Oven controls improperly set. 

See the Care and Cleaning section.

Oven was heavily soiled.

Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean cycle. 
Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean again.

Strong “burning” or 
“oily” odor emitting 
from the vent

This is normal in a new oven and will disappear 
in time. 

To speed the process, set a self-clean cycle. See the Care 
and Cleaning section. This is temporary.

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Summary of Contents for JCGSS61

Page 1: ...n Controls 10 Special Features 12 Sabbath Mode 12 Cooking Modes 13 Oven Racks 14 Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners 14 Cookware 15 Oven Air Vents 15 Cooking Guide 16 CARE AND CLEANING Range Exterior 17 Range Interior 18 Cooktop 19 Door and Drawer 21 Oven Light 22 Oven Door 23 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS 24 LIMITED WARRANTY 26 ACCESSORIES 27 CONSUMER SUPPORT 28 GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company...

Page 2: ...oes into every GE Appliances product and we think you will too Among other things registration of your appliance ensures that we can deliver important product information and warranty details when you need them Register your GE appliance now online Helpful websites and phone numbers are available in the Consumer Support section of this Owner s Manual You may also mail in the pre printed registrati...

Page 3: ...nti tip device properly WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Ŷ R QRW WU WR OLJKW DQ DSSOLDQFH Ŷ R QRW WRXFK DQ HOHFWULFDO VZLWFK GR QRW XVH DQ SKRQH ...

Page 4: ...PSDFWLQJ JODVV GRRUV cooktops or control panels Doing so may lead to glass breakage Do not cook on a product with broken glass Shock fire or cuts may occur Ŷ R QRW OHDYH FKLOGUHQ DORQH RU XQDWWHQGHG LQ DQ area where an appliance is in use They should never be allowed to climb sit or stand on any part of the appliance Ŷ CAUTION Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above an oven ch...

Page 5: ...ld spread to surrounding cabinets Ŷ 1HYHU OHDYH RLO XQDWWHQGHG ZKLOH IU LQJ I DOORZHG to heat beyond its smoking point oil may ignite resulting in fire that may spread to surrounding FDELQHWV 8VH D GHHS IDW WKHUPRPHWHU ZKHQHYHU possible to monitor oil temperature Ŷ 7R DYRLG RLO VSLOORYHU DQG ILUH XVH WKH PLQLPXP amount of oil when using a shallow pan frying and avoid cooking frozen foods with exce...

Page 6: ...noxide poisoning Never place foil or oven liners on the oven bottom They can trap heat causing risk of smoke or fire Ŷ 6WDQG DZD IURP WKH UDQJH ZKHQ RSHQLQJ WKH RYHQ door Hot air or steam which escapes can cause EXUQV WR KDQGV IDFH DQG RU H HV Ŷ 1HYHU SODFH FRRNLQJ XWHQVLOV SL D RU EDNLQJ VWRQHV or any type of foil or liner on the oven floor These items can trap heat or melt resulting in damage to...

Page 7: ...ce gas is ignited turn the knob to adjust the flame size Using the Surface Burners NOTES Ŷ R QRW RSHUDWH WKH EXUQHU IRU DQ H WHQGHG SHULRG RI time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may discolor or chip without cookware to absorb the heat Ŷ R QRW DWWHPSW WR GLVDVVHPEOH DQ EXUQHU ZKLOH DQRWKHU burner is on Damage to the product may occur Ŷ H VXUH WKH EXUQHUV DQG JUDWHV DUH FRRO E...

Page 8: ...ds brown HYHQO LQ DQ DOXPLQXP VNLOOHW 8VH VDXFHSDQV ZLWK WLJKW fitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water Stainless Steel This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat or as the manufacturer recommends Cast ...

Page 9: ...k coating For instructions on how to clean the griddle see the Cleaning the Cooktop section of this manual WARNING Fire Hazard Ŷ Use care when cooking greasy foods Spilled grease may result in fire Ŷ Never place any items on the griddle when it is not in use Heat from surrounding burners can heat the griddle and may result in fire Ŷ Place and remove the griddle only when griddle is cool and all su...

Page 10: ... USING THE RANGE Oven Controls Convection Non Convection 2 3 1 7 8 4 5 6 9 10 Oven Controls 2 4 7 8 3 5 6 9 11 10 or 295D1703P038 Rev 0 ...

Page 11: ...the time 8 Timer RUNV DV D FRXQWGRZQ WLPHU 3UHVV WKH Timer pad and the and pads to program the WLPH LQ KRXUV DQG PLQXWHV 3UHVV WKH Start pad The oven will continue to operate when the timer countdown is complete To turn the timer off press the Timer pad 9 Delay Time Delays when the oven will turn on 8VH WKLV WR VHW D WLPH ZKHQ RX ZDQW WKH RYHQ WR VWDUW 3UHVV WKH Delay Time pad and use the and pads...

Page 12: ... DGMXVWHG by pressing and holding the or pad To adjust the LQFUHPHQW GHFUHPHQW VSHHG HQWHU LQWR WKH VSHFLDO IHDWXUHV PHQX DV RXWOLQHG DERYH 3UHVV WKH pad to increase the speed or press the pad to decrease the VSHHG 6HWWLQJV YDU IURP VORZHVW WR IDVWHVW 3UHVV WKH Start pad to save the speed setting Special Features The Sabbath mode feature complies with standards set forth by Star K Only continuous ...

Page 13: ... interior To use this mode press the Broil pad once and then press Start It is not necessary to preheat when using this mode Broil Lo The Broil Lo mode uses less intense heat from the upper burner to cook food thoroughly while also browning the VXUIDFH 8VH URLO R IRU WKLFNHU FXWV RI PHDW DQG RU IRRGV that you would like cooked all the way through To use this mode press the Broil pad twice and then...

Page 14: ... Tilt up the front of the rack and push the rack in until it stops Then lay the rack flat and push it in until it is all the way into the oven Racks may become difficult to slide especially after a self clean cycle To improve sliding conditions use a soft cloth or paper towel to rub vegetable oil on the left and ULJKW HGJHV RI WKH UDFNV DQG RU UDFN VXSSRUWV NOTE Remove unused racks when using the ...

Page 15: ...eat slowly but retain heat well These types of pans work well for dishes such as pies and custards Air insulated pans heat slowly and can reduce bottom browning Keep cookware clean to promote even heating Stoneware heats slowly and retains heat well It is recommended to preheat this type of cookware if possible Additional cook time may be required Oven Air Vents USING THE RANGE RRNZDUH 2YHQ LU 9HQ...

Page 16: ...chicken breasts legs thighs Broil Lo Bake 4 or B If breaded or coated in sauce avoid Broil Hi modes Broil skin side down first Watch food closely when broiling Boneless chicken breasts Broil Lo Bake 4 or B 0RYH IRRG GRZQ IRU PRUH GRQHQHVV OHVV VHDULQJ DQG XS IRU JUHDWHU VHDULQJ EURZQLQJ ZKHQ EURLOLQJ Whole turkey Bake RU Leave uncovered use a low sided pan such as a broil pan Turkey Breast Bake 2 ...

Page 17: ...ion Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth When cleaning surfaces make sure that they are at room temperature and not in direct sunlight If stain on the door vent trim is persistent use a mild abrasive cleaner and a sponge scrubber for best results Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediat...

Page 18: ...walls and door Self Clean Mode on some models Read Self Cleaning Oven Safety Instructions at the beginning of this manual before using the Self Clean Mode Self Clean uses very high temperatures to clean WKH RYHQ LQWHULRU 2QO VHOI FOHDQ EODFN UDFNV DQG JUDWHV may remain in the oven during the self clean cycle All RWKHU LWHPV LQFOXGLQJ QLFNHO SODWHG VLOYHU UDFNV VKRXOG EH UHPRYHG I QLFNHO SODWHG VLO...

Page 19: ... may clog the openings Never wash burner heads in your dishwasher as dishwasher Doing so may cause them to discolor The ports in the burner heads must be kept clean at all times for an even unhampered flame Clogged or dirty burner ports or electrodes will not allow the burner to operate properly Replacing Surface Burners Before replacing WKH EXUQHU FDSV KHDGV DQG RYDO KHDG cap assembly shake out e...

Page 20: ...attempt to clean your grates in the oven if your grates have rubber bumpers Doing so will destroy the rubber bumpers and may affect the function of your surface burners 3RUFHODLQ FRDWHG JUDWHV PD JUDGXDOO GXOO LI FRQWLQXDOO exposed to self clean temperatures RXU RYHQ LV HTXLSSHG ZLWK QLFNHO SODWHG VLOYHU UDFNV it is recommended to follow the instructions for placing grates on the oven bottom Nicke...

Page 21: ...e warm sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish Always wipe the surface in the direction of the grain Follow the cleaner instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface To inquire about purchasing cleaning products including stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish see the Accessories and Consumer Support sections at the end of this manual Door and Drawer CARE AND CLEANING Door ...

Page 22: ...uch hot bulb with hand or wet cloth Only remove bulb when it is cool 5 Hold glass cover stable over new bulb 3XOO WKH ZLUH FRYHU KROGHU QHDU WKH LQGHQW XQWLO WKH indent in the wire cover holder is located in the indent of the glass cover 7 Connect electrical power to range Wire cover holder Indent ODVV FRYHU RQ VHOI FOHDQ PRGHO RQO NOTE The glass cover should be removed only when cold Wearing late...

Page 23: ...r Removal position 3XOO KLQJH ORFNV XS WR XQORFN 3XVK KLQJH ORFNV GRZQ WR ORFN Rest notch on bottom edge of hinge slot Notch Bottom edge of slot Hinge arm CARE AND CLEANING Oven Door The door is very heavy Be careful when removing and lifting the door Do not lift door by the handle Removing the Door XOO RSHQ WKH RYHQ GRRU 2 On each hinge slide the hinge lock up making sure it snaps into its fully ...

Page 24: ...e of day The clock is turned off See the Oven Controls or Special Features section Crackling or popping sound This is the sound of the metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions This is normal Why is my range making a clicking noise when using my oven Your range has been designed to maintain a tighter control over your oven s temperature You may hear your oven s heati...

Page 25: ...er tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Burner parts not replaced correctly See the Care and Cleaning of the range section Burner slots near the electrode or the round lighter port on the oval burner may be clogged Remove the burners and clean them Check the electrode area for burned on food or grease See the Care and Cleaning of the range section Food residue on electrode Lightly...

Page 26: ...sive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This limited warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for use within the CANADA If is located in an area w...

Page 27: ... following products and more are available Accessories Accessories Nickel Flat Rack Reinforced Nickel Flat Rack Self Clean Flat Rack Nickel Extension Rack Self Clean Extension Rack URLOHU 3DQ ô ó ò Roasting Rack Accessory Cooktop Center Grate Nonstick Aluminum Griddle Reversible Cast Iron Griddle Cleaning Supplies CitruShine Stainless Steel Wipes 6WDLQOHVV 6WHHO 3ROLVKLQJ ORWK Burnt On Grease Remo...

Page 28: ...OV ZLWK UHPRWH HQDEOH visit our website at GEAapplinces com ge connected appliances or call 800 220 6899 Parts and Accessories Contact Us If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE Appliances contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write to 295D1703P038 Rev 0 General Manager Customer Relation MC Commercial Inc Burlington ON L7R 5B6 https www...

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