GE JGBS17PEKWW, Owner'S Manual & Installation Instructions

Page 1: ...23 Installation Instructions 27 42 Anti Tip Device 31 41 42 Connect the Range to Gas 32 35 Convert to LP Gas 42 Dimensions and Clearances 30 Electrical Connections 36 37 Level the Range 41 Light the P...

Page 2: ...st be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental t...

Page 3: ...l Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to p...

Page 4: ...ously injured Clean only parts listed in this Owner s Manual Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance Be careful when reaching for items stored in cabinets over the range...

Page 5: ...he pan can catch fire if oven is used without removing the grease from the broiler pan When broiling if meat is too close to the flame the fat may ignite Trim excess fat to prevent excessive flare ups...

Page 6: ...ill increase pressure in closed containers which may cause them to burst If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly Use a deep fat ther...

Page 7: ...ng the pilot make sure burner controls are in the off position and follow instructions in this book to relight If you smell gas and you have already made sure pilots are lit on standing pilot models t...

Page 8: ...knob in and turn it to the LITE position on electric ignition models or HI on standing pilot models Using the gas surface burners Medium Small Medium Large Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting...

Page 9: ...surface burners on your range with a match Hold a lit match to the burner then push in and turn the control knob to the LITE position Use extreme caution when lighting burners this way Surface burner...

Page 10: ...the oven back into operation If the function error code repeats disconnect the power to the range and call for service Kitchen Timer On Off Pad Touch this pad to select the timer feature Then press th...

Page 11: ...Lo Pad Touch this pad to select the broil function BroilLight Flashes while in edit mode you can switch from Hi to Lo Broil at this point Glows when the oven is in broil mode Indicator Lights on some...

Page 12: ...ned to slide out at the special low shelf R position Oven Vent Your oven is vented through ducts at the rear of the range Do not block these ducts when cooking in the oven it is important that the flo...

Page 13: ...e selected temperature the oven control will beep several times and the display will show the oven temperature To change the oven temperature during Bake cycle touch the Bake pad and then the or pads...

Page 14: ...r compartment A bottom of broiler compartment B middle and C top Preheating the broiler or oven is not necessary and can produce poor results If meat has fat or gristle around the edge cut vertical sl...

Page 15: ...f position and increasing the cooking time given in this guide 11 2 times per side The oven has 5 shelf positions See illustration for description of shelf positions Quantity and Shelf First Side Seco...

Page 16: ...Clock Touch the Clock pad twice Touch the or pads If the or pads are not touched within one minute after you touch the Clock pad the display reverts to the original setting If this happens touch the...

Page 17: ...To make an 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 ha...

Page 18: ...feature and the Thermostat Adjustment feature are also Special Features but they are addressed separately in their own sections Special features of your oven control 12 Hour Shut Off With this featur...

Page 19: ...rature in 25 increments The temperature can be set between 170 and 550 No signal or temperature will be given Touch the Start On pad After a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute...

Page 20: ...d or Bon Ami brand Rinse well to remove any traces of the cleanser that might clog the surface burner openings Do not use steel wool because it will clog the surface burner openings and scratch the su...

Page 21: ...temperatures You will notice this sooner with lighter color grates NOTE Do not clean the grates in a self cleaning oven ge com Sealed Burner Assemblies on some models Turn all controls OFF before remo...

Page 22: ...ter for 20 30 minutes For more stubborn stains use a toothbrush After cleaning Before putting the burner caps and heads back shake out excess water and then dry them thoroughly by setting in a warm ov...

Page 23: ...g the cooktop can lead to damage and improper operation of the range To raise the cooktop Be sure the burners are turned off Remove the grates and drip pans if so equipped Grasp the two front burner w...

Page 24: ...ake sure the hinges are in the special stop position Position the slots in the bottom of the door squarely over the hinges Then lower the door slowly and evenly over both hinges at the same time If th...

Page 25: ...good idea to wipe the control panel after each use of the oven Use a damp cloth to clean or rinse For cleaning use mild soap and water or a 50 50 solution of vinegar and water For rinsing use clean w...

Page 26: ...eaners Be careful where the oven cleaner is sprayed Do not spray oven cleaner on the electrical controls and switches on some models because it could cause a short circuit and result in sparking or fi...

Page 27: ...ons you should follow You will find these precautions in the Important Safety Information section in the front of this manual Read them carefully IMPORTANT Save these instructions for local inspector...

Page 28: ...ngth is recommended for ease of installation but other lengths are acceptable Never use an old connector when installing a new range Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line 3 4 or 1 2 NP...

Page 29: ...the range up to 200 F Avoid placing cabinets above the range To reduce the hazard caused by reaching over the open flames of operating burners install a ventilation hood over the range that projects f...

Page 30: ...binets below cooktop and at the range back 30 30 1 2 Minimum 13 To wall on either side standard burner models To wall on either side sealed burner models Maximum depth for cabinets above countertops F...

Page 31: ...e kick panel or broiler drawer LOCATION Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts Any openings in the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed Make sure the openings arou...

Page 32: ...CSA International certified flexible metal appliance connector is recommended unless local codes require a hard piped connection 2 Never use an old connector when installing a new range If the hard p...

Page 33: ...floor connection of pipe stub shut off valve Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS for models with Standard Twin Burners This area...

Page 34: ...r 3 4 Gas pipe Adapter Gas shut off valve Pressure regulator 45 Elbow Nipple Union 90 Elbow Black iron pipe Union Nipple Gas shut off valve 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe Installer Inform the consumer of the loc...

Page 35: ...dapter Flex connector 6 feet maximum Manifold pipe Pressure regulator Gas shut off valve Union Nipple Manifold pipe Nipple Union Black iron pipe 90 Elbow Pressure regulator Gas Flow into Range Install...

Page 36: ...ground exists before use A word about GFCI s GFCI s are not required or recommended for gas range receptacles Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters GFCI s are devices that sense leakage of current in a ci...

Page 37: ...standard is not applicable the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations latest edition Manufactured Home Sites Communities and Set Ups ANSI A225 1 latest edition or with local codes In Canada mob...

Page 38: ...e the oven shelves C Light the Oven Pilot cont 4 Remove the oven bottom To remove Remove knurled screws holding down rear of oven bottom Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side Lift rear of ove...

Page 39: ...the oven burner will ignite and burn until the set temperature is reached The oven burner will continue to cycle on and off as necessary to maintain the oven at the temperature indicated by the OVEN...

Page 40: ...tric Ignition Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to LITE position You will hear a clicking sound indicating proper operation of the spark module Once the air has been...

Page 41: ...Mark the wall where the RIGHT 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 Locate the outside edge of the device...

Page 42: ...n Instructions INSTALL THE ANTI TIP DEVICE cont For wood construction drill a pilot hole at an angle of 20 from the horizontal A nail or awl may be used if a drill is not available Mount the Anti Tip...

Page 43: ...the Surface Burner Pilots section in the on standing pilot models Installation Instructions Burner flames very Improper air to gas ratio If range is connected to LP gas contact the person large or yel...

Page 44: ...sition Food does not Oven controls improperly set See the Using the oven section broil properly Oven door and or broiler drawer See the Broiling section not closed Improper shelf position See the Broi...

Page 45: ...is caused by the heat This is normal the oven window treatment applied to the on some models oven window Power outage Power outage or surge Reset the clock clock flashes Strong odor An odor from the...

Page 46: ...46 Notes Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support...

Page 47: ...tection 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 more...

Page 48: ...f mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need shoul...

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Page 50: ...ch vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 402...

Page 51: ...For customers in Canada All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician For service call 1 800 561 3344 Please have serial number and model numbe...

Page 52: ...arranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires In Canada cal...