GE JGBC16GEJ, Use And Care Manual

Page 1: ...9 10 Clock and Timer 9 Air Adjustment 20 Control Settings 8 Baking Baking Guide 11 12 Cookware Tips 9 Broiler Pan and Rack 19 Drip Pans 16 Broiling Broiling Guide 14 Flame Size 8 Continuous Cleaning Care 15 Lighting Instructions 8 Control Settings 10 Warranty Back Cover Door Removal 18 Light Bulb Replacement 10 18 Lighting Instructions 9 10 Oven Bottom Removal 19 Preheating 12 Roasting Roasting Gu...

Page 2: ...located in the burner box under the cooktop See page 6 These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your range Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial Number If you received a damaged range Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the range Save time and money Before you request service Check the Pr...

Page 3: ...ent or range top They could damage the range and eventip it overcausing severe personal injury A_ JT N TE S QF IhTTEREST Tll CHILDREN SHOULDNOTBE WIRED IN CABINETS ABOVEA RANGE OR ON THE BACKSPLASH OF A RANGE CHILDREN CLIMBING ON THE RANGE T REACHITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLYINHJRED Let burner grates and other surfaces cod before touching them or leaving them where children can reach them Never wear lo...

Page 4: ...d and remain cool Use only glass cookware that is recommended for use on gas burners Keep all plastics away from top burners To avoid the possibility of a burn always be certain that the controls for all burners are at OFF position and all grates are cool before attempting to remove the grate When flaming foods under the hood turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flame If range is o...

Page 5: ...TIONS Flooring Under the Range Yourrange like so many other household items is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl When movingthe rangeonthis typeof flooring usecare Do not install the range over kitchen carpeting unless you place an insulating pad or sheet of l 4 inch thick plywood between the range and carpeting When the floor cowing ends the front of the range...

Page 6: ... Features of YourRange JGBC16GPJwith Standing Pilot Ignition JGBC16GU with Automatic pilotless Ignition JGBC17GU with Brushed Chrome Cooktop Automatic pi otless Ige ion 6 ...

Page 7: ... Oven Vent 10 7 Oven Interior Light 10 8 Oven Light Switch 10 lets you turn interior oven light on and off 9 Oven Shelves 10 19 2 2 easily removed or repositioned on shelf supports 10 Oven Shelf Supports 10 c 11 Broiler Pan and Rack 19 12 Removable Oven Door 18 easily removed for oven cleaning 13 Lift Up Cooktop 16 locks in up position to simplify cleaning underneath 14 Removable Oven Bottom 19 15...

Page 8: ...you will hear a little clicking noise the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner 1 After the burner ignites turn the How to Select Flame Size The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using NEVER LET THE FLAME EXTEND UP THE SIDES OF THE COOKWARE Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware is wasted and only serves to heat the handles When using aluminum or alum...

Page 9: ... and Timer The Clock a d Timer are helpful devices that serve several purposes The Clock To set the Clock push in the knob and turn the clock hands to the right to the correct time Then let the knob out and continue turning to OFF Timer The Timer has been combined with the range clock Use it to time all your precise cooking operations You ll recognize the Timer as the pointer which is different in...

Page 10: ...nted through ducts at the rear of the range see page 6 Do not block these ducts when cooking in the oven it is important that the flow of hot air horn the oven and fresh air to the oven burner be uninterrupted Avoid touching the vent openings or nearby surfaces during oven or broiler operation they may become hot Vent openings and nearby surfaces may become hot Do not touch them Handles of pots an...

Page 11: ...and Possible Solutions PIES Burning around edges Oven too full avoid overcrowding c Edges of crust too thin Incorrect baking temperature Bottom crust soggy and unbaked Allow crust and or filling to cool sufficiently before filling pie shell Filling maybe too thin or juicy Filling allowed to stand in pie shell before baking Fill pie shells and bake immediately Ingredients and proper measuring affec...

Page 12: ...750 20 30 For thin rolls Shelf B maybe used Cakes without shortening Angel food Aluminum Tube Pan A 325 3750 30 55 Two piece pan is convenient Jelly rolI Metal Jelly Roll Pan B 3750 4000 10 15 Line pan with waxed paper Sponge Metal or Ceramic Pan A 325 3500 45 60 Cakes Bundt cakes Metal or Ceramic Pan A B 325 3500 45 65 Cupcakes Shiny Metal Muffin Pans B 350 3750 20 25 Paper liners produce more mo...

Page 13: ...F less than temperature on guide Frozen Roasts Frozen roasts of beef pork lamb etc can be started without thawing but allow 15to 25 minutes per pound additional time 15 minutes per pound for roasts under 5 pounds more time for larger roasts Thaw most frozen poultry before roasting to ensure even doneness Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked successful y without thawing Follow directions gi...

Page 14: ...s exterior browning of food but also increases spattering and the possibility of fats and meat juices igniting 4 Close broiler door and for most foods turn OVEN TEMP knob to BROIL Note Chicken and ham are broiled at a lower setting in order to cook food through without over browning it 5 Turn most foods once during cooking the exception is thin fillets of fish oil one side place that side down on ...

Page 15: ...xtures The special coating is not used on oven shelves Shelves should be cleaned outside the oven to avoid damage to the special coating inside the oven To Clean the Continuous Cleaning Oven 1 Let range parts cool before handling We recommend rubber gloves be worn when cleaning 2 Remove shelves and cookware 3 Soil visibility maybe reduced by operating the oven at 400 F Close the door and turn OVEN...

Page 16: ... soak the grates in a slightly diluted liquid cleanser Although they re durable the grates will gradually lose their shine regardless of the best care you can give them This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat When replacing a...

Page 17: ...dea to wipe the control panels clean after each use of the oven For a more thorough cleaning the control knobs can be pui led off the knob stems and on models so equipp tie glass upper control panel can be cleaned on both sides B To remove the glass panel 1 Remove the screw on each end of the backsplash 2 Remove the metal strips on each end that hold the glass in place 3 Remove the clock knob and ...

Page 18: ...p cloth as the bulb will break Removable oven Door The oven door is removable to make the interior more accessible Open the oven door fully and remove the two Phillips screws that hold the door to the hinges Then close the door to the automatic stop position at about 3 inches open and lift the door straight up and off the hinges Due to th large amount of induration and the construction of the door...

Page 19: ...operly The oven finish may be damaged And there may bean increase in heat on the outside surfaces of the oven Oven Shelves Ovenshelves may be cleaned with a mild abrasive cleanser following manufacturer s directions After cleaning rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth To remove heavy burned on soil soapy metal pads may be used following manufacturer s directions After scrub...

Page 20: ...ob OFF and BROIL will not line up with the indicator mark on the control panel as they previously did This condition is normal and will not create a problem Oven Door Height Adjustment Repeated openings and closings can cause the oven door to work itself out of adjustment One side may close higher than the other and the door may not seal properly To adjust the height of the door 1 Remove the door ...

Page 21: ...y scratch the enamel If acids should spill on the range while it is hot use a dry paper towel or cloth to wipe up right away When the surface has cooled wash and rinse For other spills such as fat smatterings etc wash with soap and water when cooled and then rinse Polish with a dry cloth Use a mild solution of soap and water Do not use any harsh abrasives or cleaning powders which may scratch or m...

Page 22: ...llary bulb Iocated in upper portion of oven is in correct position not touching oven sides and not coated with anything Aluminum foil being used improperly in oven c Oven vent blocked on top of range o ncomect coo a e beingused Check each cooking section for cookware tips or recommendations Oven bottom not securely seated in position OVEN TEMP knob set incorrectly or not turned on Check common bak...

Page 23: ...er help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 Nor...

Page 24: ...Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical gas exhausting and other connecting facilities WARRANlOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHAT IS 1 1 COVERED sewjce t s tO your home tO Replacement of house fuses or teach you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers I Read your U...