GE JGBC15, Use And Care & Installation Manual

Page 1: ...4 Burner Assembly 2 1 22 Continuous Clean 27 DoorRemoval 26 Lift up Cooktop 25 Oven Bottom 2 3 Oven Vents 2 5 Storage Drawer 25 Problem Solver 45 46 Thermostat Adjustment Do It Yourself 16 More questions call GE Answer Centera 800 626 2000 preparation 28 44 Air Adjustment 37 38 Flame Size 11 35 37 44 45 Flooring Under the Range 3O Installation instructions 28 39 Leveling 39 LP Conversion 4O 44 Con...

Page 2: ...NG If the information in this guide 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 Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately...

Page 3: ... use an extension cord with this appliance L ate the range out of kitchen tr lc path and out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outige on standing pilot models and poor air Cumulation Be sure all packing materiais are removed from the range before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packing material ignite Q Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a quahfied service techn...

Page 4: ...trichina may be present in the meat it wilI be killed and the meat wiII be safe to eat 4 Surface Cooting Always use the LITE position on electric ignition models or the HI position on standing pilot models when igniting the top burners and make sure the burners have ignited Never leave the surface burners unattended at high flame settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catc...

Page 5: ...have already made sure pilots are lit on standing pilot models turn off the gas to the range and cdl a qutified service technician Never use an open flame to locate a leak Baking Broiling and Roasting Do not use the oven for a storage area Items stored in the oven can ignite Keep the oven free from grease buildup Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven The hot air and steam t...

Page 6: ...6 FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE Features and appearance VW Sealed Burners Standard Twin Burners m me Your range is equipped with one of the two types of surface burners shown above ...

Page 7: ... 13 15 17 19 20 25 13 Oven Shelf Supports Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the 5 13 14 Baking Roasting and Broiling sections 17 19 20 14 Air Vent in Oven Door Located at top of Oven Door 4 15 Broiler Drawer or Storage Drawer on some models 4 19 20 24 25 16 Air Intake 17 Model and Serial Numbers Located on front frame of range behind either Broiler Drawer or Storage Drawer 18 Lift Off O...

Page 8: ...Timer Setting When the timer is counting down use the UP and DOWN pad to change the remaining time or press the TIMER pad to stop the timer The timer cannot be cancelled unless you have fully completed set timer instructions above Display Clock While Timer Is Operating Pressing the CLOCK pad while the timer is operating will not interfere with the timer s operation the display will change to show ...

Page 9: ...etween the coil and the pan Heats up right away and changes heat settings right away like a gas cooktop After turning the control off the glass cooktop is hot from the heat of the pan but cooking stops right away Heats by direct contact with the pan and by heating the air under the pan For best cooking results use good quality pans Electric coils are more forgiving of warped pans than radiant or s...

Page 10: ...tion will give the best simmer results It offers precise cooking performance for delicate foods such as sauces or foods which need to cook over low heat for a long time It can be turned down to a very low simmer setting The right front burner is higher powered than the others and will bring liquids to a boil quicker natural gas installations only Before Lighting a Burner If drip pans are supplied ...

Page 11: ... oven use only and those for top of range cooking saucepans coffee and teapots Glass conducts heat very slowly Heatproof Glass Ceramic Can be used for either surface or oven cooking It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly Check cookware manufacturer s directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges Stainless Steel This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined w...

Page 12: ...tially back is the oven burner The pilot port is at the To light the oven pilot back about one inch below the burner 1 Be sure the OVEN 4 Using a long match or match holder reach in and CONTROL knob is light the oven pilot in the OFF position To light the oven burner turn the OVEN 2 Open the broiler door CONTROL knob to the desired temperature and remove the The burner should light within 60 secon...

Page 13: ...out at this position Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the Baking Broiling and Roasting sections II Oven Vents The oven is vented through duct openings at the rear Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air of the cooktop See the Features section Do not block from the vent may ignite flammable items and will these openings when cooking in the oven it is increase pressure in close...

Page 14: ...gel food cake I A I Biscuits or muffins B or C Cookies or cupcakes B or C I I Brownies B or C I I Layer cakes I BorC I Bundtorpoundcakes I AorB I Pies or pie shells B or C Frozen pies A on cookie sheet I Casseroles I I B or C Roasting B or R Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it Preheat means bringing the oven up to the specified temperature before putting the food in the oven To preheat set...

Page 15: ...ing cakes warped or bent pans will cause uneven baking results and poorly shaped products A cake baked in a pan larger than the recipe recommends will usually be crisper thinner and drier than it should be If baked in a pan smaller than recommended it may be undercooked and batter may overflow Check the recipe to make sure the pan size used is the one recommended Baking Pans Use the proper baking ...

Page 16: ... vary Pull the OVEN CONTROL knob off the range and look at the back side To make adjustment loosen approximately one turn but do not completely remove the two screws on the back of the knob With the back of the knob facing you hold the outer edge of the knob with one hand and turn the front of the knob with the other hand To raise the oven temperature move the top screw toward the right You ll hea...

Page 17: ...helf at B position for I e mall sizeroast e F 3 to 5 lbs and at Ü R position for 4 larger roasts 2 Check the weight of the roast Place the meat fat side up or the poultry breast side upon the roasting rack in a shallow pan The melting fat will baste the meat Select a pan as close to the size of meat as possible Broiler pan with rack is a good pan for this 3 If your model has a separate BAKE BROIL ...

Page 18: ...poultry often does not cook evenly additional time 15 minutes per pound for roasts under Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked 5 pounds more time for larger roasts successfully without thawing Follow directions given on package label pe Meat Tender cuts rib high quality sirloin tip rump or top round Lamb leg or bone in shoulder Veal shoulder leg or loin Pork loin rib or shoulder Ham precook...

Page 19: ...partment Placing food closer to the flame increases exterior browning of the food but also increases spattering and the possibility of fats and meat juices igniting 5 Close the oven and broiler compartment door 6 If your model has a separate BAKE BROIL switch turn it to BROIL Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to BROIL 7 Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to OFF Remove the broiler pan from the oven and serve the ...

Page 20: ...d Rare Medium Well Done 1 in thick 2 to 2X lbs Slash fat Chicken 1 whole 2 to 2X Ibs split lengthwise B 30 35 25 30 A 30 35 25 30 Reduce times about 5 to 10 minutes per side for cut up chicken Brush each side with melted butter Broil skin side down first Bakery Products Bread Toast or Toaster Pastries 2 to 4 slices 1 pkg 2 c c c B 2 3 3 5 13 16 5 1 2 1 Do not turn eve 5 c c A B C 2 3 3 5 13 16 5 1...

Page 21: ...e spark igniter is exposed When one burner is turned to LIT all the burners spark Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on An electric shock may result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware Burner Caps on sealed burners only Burner Base on sealed burners only Lift off when cool Wash burner The burner base the part of the caps in hot soapy water...

Page 22: ...ome models Grate u u On models with standard twin burners the cooktop lifts up for easy access rn all controls OFF before removing burner parts and drip pans if so equipped The burner grates and drip pans if so equipped can be lifted off making them easy to clean The holes in the surface burners of your range must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and an even unhampered flame You shou...

Page 23: ...ngs etc wash with soap and water once the surface has cooled Then rinse and polish with a dry cloth Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the area over the pilot will be hot on models with standing pilots Do not store flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any oth...

Page 24: ...pull gently Wash the knobs in soap and water or a vinegar and hot water solution but do not soak Metal parts can be cleaned with soap and water Do not use steel wool abrasives ammonia acids or commercial oven cleaners Dry with a soft cloth Removable Broiler Drawer on some models To remove 1 When the broiler is cool remove the rack and pan 2 Pull the broiler drawer out until it stops then push it b...

Page 25: ... or broiler drawer depending on the model Vent appearance and location vaw Removable Storage Drawer on some models The storage drawer is a good place to store cookware and bakeware Do not store plastics and flammable material in the drawer Do not overload the storage drawer If the drawer is too heavy it may slip off the track when opened The storage drawer may be removed for cleaning under the ran...

Page 26: ...ation and should be wiped up immediately When surface is cool clean and rinse them back out Do not use oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door porcelain Oven Interior on all models except Continuous Cleaning models With proper care the porcelain enamel interior will Cautions about using spray on oven cleaners retain its attractive finish for many years Be care...

Page 27: ... not disappear completely and at some time sparingly and change it frequently keeping it as after extended usage stains may appear that cannot be removed clean as possible and be sure to blot it up with paper towels cloths or sponges Do not rub or scrub with The special coating works best on small amounts paper towels cloths or sponges since they will leave of spatter It does not work well with la...

Page 28: ...ture use This apptiance must be properly grounded WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this guide For assistance or additional information consult a qualified instiler service agency manufacturer dealer or the gas supplier UTION Do not attempt to operate the oven of this range during a power failure Electric Ignitio...

Page 29: ... appliance Clearance between the cooking surface and the ventilation hood surface MU N R BE SS THAN 24 INCHES EXCE ON Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance H cabinets are placed above the range allow a minimum clearance of 30 between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected ca...

Page 30: ...igher than the floor covering This will allow the range to be moved for cleaning or servicing MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LO TION Depending on your range you ll find the model and serial numbers on a label on the front frame of the range behind the storage drawer kick panel or broiler drawer TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers Pencil and ruler Two pipe wrenches one for backup 1 op...

Page 31: ...the range to the gas supply line should have an I D of 1 2 and be 5 feet in length for ease of insta ation In Canada flexible connectors must be single wall metal connectors no longer than 6 feet in length CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS Shut off the main gas supply valve before disconnecting the old range and leave it off until new hook up has been completed Don t forget to relight the pilot on other ga...

Page 32: ...onnector Adapter 6 ft max Adapter ml a b Gas Shut off Valve Rigid Pipe Hookup for Models Equipped with Sealed Burnem Q Pressure Regulator o m e 90 Elbow T Nipple Union Black Iron Pipe FE k2i Flexible Connector and Rigid Pipe Hookups for Models Equipped with Standard Twin Burners Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve 32 ...

Page 33: ...st pressures of 1 2 psig or less to test the gas supply system simply isolate the range from the gas supply system by closing the individual shut off valve ELECTRIUL CONNECTIONS on some models Electicd Requirements 120volt 60 Hertz properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15 amp or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse Extension Cord Cautions Because of potential safety hazards associat...

Page 34: ... receptacle is grounded through the house wiring The customer should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded Usage Satiations Where Appliance Power Cord ti be Disconnefid Frquen Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because disconnecting of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the ad...

Page 35: ...e upper tip is normal If you find pilot adjustment is necessary follow instructions at right Adiust the Surface Burner Pilots if Necessa of the manifold panel 3 To adjust use a blade we screwdriver with a shaft diameter of less than 3 16 Turn pilot adjustment screw until pilot is 5 16 high Do not reduce the flame to less than 5 16 or pilot outage may occur A pilot flame burning higher than recomme...

Page 36: ...rk module Once the air has been purged from the supply lines burners should light within 4 seconds After burner lights rotate knob out of the LITE position Try each burner in succession until all burners have been checked Qualim of Flames The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually m mes B Yellow tips on outer cones Normal for LP gas C Soft blue tie Normal for natural g...

Page 37: ...urner flames are burning properly remove the oven bottom and the burner baffle on some models see below Flames should have approximately 1 blue cones and if range is supplied with natural gas should burn with no yellow tipping with most LPgas small yellow tips at the end of outer cones are normal Flames should not lift off burner ports If lifting is observed gradually reduce air shutter opening un...

Page 38: ... and if range is supplied with natural gas should burn with no yellow tipping with most LPgas small yellow tips at the end of outer cones are normal Flames should not lift off burner ports If lifting is observed gradually reduce air shutter opening until flames are stabilized With the baffle in place or with the oven bottom in place on models not equipped with a burner baffle the flames should bur...

Page 39: ...ping of the range when not properly installed If the Anti Tip device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the universal Anti Tip device W02X7909 1 Mark the wall where the MGHT EDGE of the range is to be located Be sure to allow for the countertop overhang if you intend to install the range next to cabinets 2 hcate the outside edge of the device 2 toward the center of the range...

Page 40: ...ou may have to remove an access cover also For models equipped with standard twin burners remove the cookto and locate the pressure regulator at right ear of range 2 Follow the directions in M or M that match your regulator type Standard Twin Burner Models models with lift up cooktop NAT LP Cap e Cap If it is this regulator 1 Use a coin to remove the cap from the pressure regulator 2 Turn the cap ...

Page 41: ...moving spud to prevent the aluminum horn twisting 4 Install orifice spuds according to one of the following diagrams see or for LP gas or natural gas depending on whicfi you are converting to Orifice Spuds for Converting to 1P Gas LP orifice spuds are in a small plastic a acked with this Use and Care Guide LP orifice spuds have a 2 digit number and the letter L on one side Each orifice spud will a...

Page 42: ... EQUIPPED WITH STANDARD TWIN BURNERS See Step 3 if range is equipped with sealed burners 1 Lift cooktop 2 Lift burner assemblies straight up and set aside to gain access to surface burner spuds 3 With a 5 16 or small adjustable wrench remove each of the four spuds on the surface burner gas inlet tubes and replace them with the correct gas spuds mounted in a holder at the right rear of the range ab...

Page 43: ...the shutter to the Screw full open position With Air Shutter baffle in place flames should have approximately l inch blue cones and should not extend beyond the edges of the burner baffle After 30 seconds of burner operation check for flames lifting off burner ports If lifting is observed gradually reduce air shutter opening until flames are stabilized For natiral gas the shutter should be open 1 ...

Page 44: ...S for Models Equipped with Standing Pilots small hole near the center of the manifold panel 3 To adjust use a blade pe screwdriver with a shaft diameter of less than 3 16 Turn pilot adjustment screw until pilot is 5 16 high Do not reduce the flame to less than 5 16 or pilot outage may occur A pilot flame burning higher than recommended may generate soot carbon black on the bottom of your cooktop I...

Page 45: ...models check electrode area for burned on food or grease Pilot s is are not lit on standing pilot models See the Lighting Instructions for Standing Pilot Models in Surface Cooking A Yellow flames 3 Yellow tipson outer C Soft blue fiames Call for service cone Normal for LP gas Normfl for natural gas If burner flames look me A c l for service Normal burner fhnnes should look like B or C depending on...

Page 46: ...ng section BA ROIL switch on some models turned to the incorrect setting Oven door andor broiler drawer n5t closed Improper shelf position being used See the Broiling section Food is being cooked on a hot pan Cookware is not suited far broiIing Aluminum foil used on the broiler pan rack has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended Oven bottom not securely seated in position Oven controls n...

Page 47: ...h impaired hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of GE access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may appliances and a brochure to call 800 TDD GEAC 800 8334322 to request assist in planning a barrier free information or service kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Sewice Contracti 80M2G2224 You can have the secu...

Page 48: ... Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Car servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during the warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 In Canada consult your telephone directoy for the Cameo Sewice Center adequate electrical gas exhausting and other connecting facilities as described in the Installation Instructions provided with the...