GE Appliances XL44 JGBP24, Use And Care & Installation Manual

Page 1: ...8 11 Control Settings 10 11 Care and Cleaning 27 32 Broiler Pan and Grid 30 Burner Assembly 27 28 Cooktop 29 Door Removal 30 Lift up Cooktop 32 Oven Bottom 29 Oven Vents 32 Storage Drawer 31 Before You Call For Service 46 48 Thermostat Adjustment Do t Yourseff 19 More questions call GEAnswer Center 800 626 2000 Preparation 33 43 Air Adjustment 41 Flame Size 9 40 Flooring Under the Range 35 Install...

Page 2: ...nformation 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 call your ...

Page 3: ...ous injury or property damage The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion After prolonged use of a range high floor temperatures may result and many floor coverings will not withstand this kind of use Never install the range over vinyl tile or linoleum that cannot withstand such type of use Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting Using Your...

Page 4: ...ds 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 catch on fire Adjust the top burner flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware Excessive flame is hazardous Use only dry pot holders moist or...

Page 5: ...low over the top _urners and create a fire hazard When a pilot goes out on standing pilot models you will detect a faint odor of gas as your signal to relight the pilot When relighting 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 turn off the gas to...

Page 6: ...ures and appearance vary 6 I J N Sealed Burners f_ Oo ne cap _ Drip pan o some models Standard Twin Burners 0 3 some _ _ _ _ _Q_ models _ _ Burner Your range is equipped with one of the two types of sur ace burners shown above II ...

Page 7: ...ht On Off Switch 12 9 AUTOMATIC OVEN Light 10 17 18 10 Clock and Timer 10 11 OVEN ON Light 10 11 19 CLEAN Light 10 19 25 26 PREHEATED Light 10 11 19 12 Oven Set Knob 10 11 19 20 22 24 26 31 13 OvenVent 4 5 12 32 14 Grates Drip Pans on some models and Surface Burners 4 5 8 9 27 29 15 Cooktop 4 8 9 29 32 16 Surface Burner Control Knobs 4 8 9 31 17 Oven Shelves 5 13 16 easily removed or repositioned ...

Page 8: ... the burner Turn the knob to adjust the flame size If the knob stays at LITE it will continue to click When one burner is turned to LITE 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 In case of power failure you can light the surface burners on your range with a...

Page 9: ...eel 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 as the manufacturer recommends Stove Top Grills on models with sealed burners Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners If you use the stove top grill on the...

Page 10: ...hours and 59 minutes 6 TEMP RECALL On some models you can recall the set temperature to the display by pressing the HOUR or MIN DECREASE pad 7 CLEAN Light Glows when the oven is in the self clean cycle After the self clean cycle the light will flash Unlatch the door and turn the Oven Set knob to OFF 8 OVEN ON Light Glows anytime the Oven Set knob is not in the OFF position and is set on a temperat...

Page 11: ...IMER ON OFF pad again End of Cycle Tones on some models The end of cycle tone can be cleared by pressing the TIMER ON OFF pad or on some models by pressing the COOK TIME ON OFF pad depending on which function you are using Power Outage On some models after a power outage the oven will automatically resume its setting once the power is restored For models with a CLOCK pad when the power is restored...

Page 12: ...models The OVEN ON light will glow any time the Oven Set knob is not in the OFF position and is set on a temperature or a function Oven Moisture As your oven heats up the temperature change of the air in the oven may cause water droplets to form on the door glass These droplets are harmless and will evaporate as the oven continues to heat up Oven Vents The oven is vented through duct openings at t...

Page 13: ...ower the front of the shelf and push it all the way back Shelf Positions The oven has five shelf supports for baking roasting and broiling identified in this illustration as A bottom B C D and E top It also has a special low shelf position R for roasting extra large items such as a large turkey the shelf is not designed to slide out at this position Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the...

Page 14: ...ven on 1 Turn the Oven Set knob to the temperature you desire 2 Check the food for doneness at the minimum time on the recipe Cook longer if necessary 3 Turn the Oven Set knob to OFF and then remove the foods Oven Shelves Arrange the oven shelf or shelves in the desired locations while the oven is cool The correct shelf position depends on the kind of food and the browning desired As a general rul...

Page 15: ...touch each other or the walls of the oven Allow 1 to 1 inch space between pans as well as t_om the back of the oven the door and the sides If you need to use two shelves stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other Baking Guides When using prepared baking mixes follow package recipe or instructions for best baking results Cookies When baking cookies fiat cookie sheets without sides prod...

Page 16: ...roper baking pan The type of finish on the pan determines the amount of browning that will occur Dark rough or dull pans absorb heat resulting in a browner crisper crust Use this type for pies Shiny bright and smooth pans reflect heat resulting in a lighter more delicate browning Cakes and cookies require this type of pan Glass baking dishes also absorb heat When baking in glass baking dishes the ...

Page 17: ...d length of time At the end of Cook Time the oven will turn off automatically 1 Press the COOK TIME ON OFF pad 2 Press the HOUR and MIN pads until the desired length of baking time appears in the display HOUR MIN 3 Turn the Oven Set knob to the desired temperature 4 The oven will turn on The display will show the Cook Time remaining When the oven reaches the set temperature a tone sounds The oven ...

Page 18: ...the end of the 3 hour cooking time 7 00 the oven will automatically turn off When the oven automatically turns off the AUTOMATIC OVEN light will flash and the oven will signal Turn the Oven Set knob to OFF to stop the flashes and signal 6 Remove the food from the oven Remember even though the oven shuts off automatically foods continue cooking after controls are off NOTE The low temperature zone o...

Page 19: ... degree increments The oven temperature can be increased up to 35 F hotter or decreased 35 F cooler If the oven adjustment is set cooler than the factory setting a minus sign and the new temperature will appear in the display 4 Wait several seconds for the control to automatically set and return to its previous setting NOTE This adjustment will not affect the broiling or the self cleaning temperat...

Page 20: ...ore should be removed when the desired internal temperature has been reached 1 Position the oven at shelf B position for small size roast 3 to 5 lbs and at R position for larger roasts 2 Check the weight of the roast Place the meat tat side up or the poultry breast side up on the roasting grid in a shallow pan The melting tat will baste the meat Select a pan as close to the size of meat as possibl...

Page 21: ... pounds more time for larger roasts Make sure poultry is thawed before roasting Unthawed poultry often does not cook evenly Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked successfully without thawing Follow directions given on package label Type 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 22: ... Set knob to BROIL When broiling is finished turn Oven Set knob to OFF Remove the broiler pan from the range and serve food immediately Leave the pan outside the range to cool Use of Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan and broiler grid However you must mold the foil tightly to the grid and cut slits in it just like the grid Without the slits the foil will prevent fat a...

Page 23: ... 4 inch thick about same time Beef Steaks Rare Medium Well Done Rare Medium Well Done Chicken BakelT Products Bread Toast or Toaster Pastries English Muff ins 1 inch thick 1 to 1_ lbs 1 inch thick 2 to 2_ Ibs 1 whole 2 to 2_ lbs split lengthwise Bone in 4 bone in breasts 2 to 4 slices 1 pkg 2 2 split 2to4 6 to 8 oz each C C C C C C B D D C 9 12 13 10 12 15 25 3O 35 25 30 23 35 13 16 7 56 89 67 101...

Page 24: ...ution This will help prevent a brown residue from forming when the oven is heated Buffthese areas with a dlT cloth Do not clean the gasket Clean the top sides and outside front of the oven door with soap and water Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place Do not rub or clean the door gasket the fiberglass material of the gasket has an extremely low resis...

Page 25: ... door latch and the Oven Set knob must be returned to their original positions before you can use the oven When the CLEAN light flashes slide the latch handle to the left as tar as it will go turn the Oven Set knob to OFF and open the door Never force the latch handle Wait until the CLEAN light flashes and the latch slides easily Forcing the latch handle may damage the door lock To Stop A Clean Cy...

Page 26: ...e correct time of day you will not be able to set a delay clean to end at a specific time Q Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part of my self cleaning oven A No cleaners or coatings should be used around any part of this oven If you do use them and do not thoroughly rinse the oven with water wiping it absolutely clean afterwards the residue can scar the oven surface and damage metal parts ...

Page 27: ... up the cooktop and then lift out the surface burners To remove burned on food soak the surface burner in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water Soak the surface burner for 20 to 30 minutes For more stubborn stains use a cleanser like Soft Scrub brand 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 becaus...

Page 28: ...ampered flame You should clean the surface burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these openings To remove burned on food soak the burner heads in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water for 20 30 minutes For more stubborn stains use a toothbrush Before putting the burner head back shake out excess water and then dry it thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven ...

Page 29: ...mel surface of the cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull clean up spills right away Foods with a lot of acid tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices etc or foods with high sugar content could cause a dull spot if allowed to set When the surface has cooled wash and rinse For other spills such as fat spatterings etc wash with soap and water once the surface has cooled Then rinse and polish with a dr...

Page 30: ...n frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should have it replaced Inside gasket gasket Outside of the door o Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door Rinse well You may also use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door o Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materials containing ac...

Page 31: ...ar and water rinse with clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleaners plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control panel they will damage the finish A 50 50 solution of vinegar and hot water works well The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning To remove a knob pull it straight off the stem If knob is difficult to remove place ...

Page 32: ... of 2 Remove the grates 3 Grasp the two front burner wells and lift up Some models have dual support rods that will hold the cooktop up while you clean underneath it Clean under the cooktop with hot soapy water and a clean cloth If you removed your surface burners while cleaning make sure they are properly seated when replacing them After cleaning lower the cooktop be careful not to pinch your fin...

Page 33: ...ance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency manufacturer dealer or the gas supplier Never reuse old flexible connectors The use of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal injury Always use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance CAUTION Do not attempt to operate the oven of this range during a power failure Electric Ignition models o...

Page 34: ...pliance Clearance between the cooking surface and the ventilation hood surface MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 INCHES 34 EXCEPTION Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance If cabinets are placed above the range allow a minimum clearance of 30 between the cooking surface and the bottom of unpro...

Page 35: ...stand 180 E See the hnportant Safety Instructions section of the Installation Instructions K TCHEHCAB HETS Make sure the wall coverings around your range can withstand the heat generated up to 200 E by the range See the Important Safety Instructions Section of the Installation Instructions MODEL AHD SER AI HUMBER tOCAT OH Depending on your range you ll find the model and serial numbers on a label ...

Page 36: ... 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 gas appliances when you turn the gas back on Because hard piping restricts movement of the range the use of an A G A certified flexible metal appliance connector is recommended unless local codes require a hard piped connection Never use an old connector when install...

Page 37: ...Models Equipped with Sealed Burners Pressure q_ Regulator o Nipple Union U _ _ _ Iron Pipe Installer Inform the I _ Gas consumer of the J Idll Shut off location of the gas I I 2 or 3 4 L I _ _ _ Valve shut off valve I Gas Pipe ll_ _J Flexible Connector and Rigid Pipe Hookups for Models Equipped with Standard Twin Burners Flexible Con nector Pressure Hookup Regulator _ Adapter _ 6 ft max L_J Rigid ...

Page 38: ...gas supply piping When using test 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 _ J CTRi_L COHH CTiOHS on some models Electrical Requirements 120 volt 60 Hertz properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15 amp or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fllse Extension Cord Cautions Because ...

Page 39: ...adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Should this happen DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established Usage Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Frequently 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 adapte...

Page 40: ...gas C Soft blue flames I Normal for natural gas If burner flames look like A call for service Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas you use With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal _ CH_CK GH TiGH OF OV H BURH R Your oven is designed to operate quietly and automatically To operate the oven turn the OVEN SET knob to a setting above 300 E After 30 ...

Page 41: ...should be steady with approximately 1 blue cones and should not extend out over the edges of the burner baffle To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly remove the oven bottom Flames should have approximately 1 blue cones and if range is supplied with natural gas should burn with no yellow tipping With most LP gas small yellow tips at the end of outer cones are normal Flames sh...

Page 42: ...e leveling legs until the range is level 7 After the range is level slide the range away from the wall so that the Anti Tip device can be installed _ _ HSTALLJHGTH AHT T P D V WARNING Range MUST be secured with an approved Anti Tip device Unless properly installed the range could be tipped by you or a child standing sitting or leaning on an open door After installing the Anti Tip device verify tha...

Page 43: ...tall the lag bolt through the device The bolts must be properly tightened as recommended for the hardware Wallboard Back of range Anti Tip device Wood screw 5 Slide the range against the wall and check for proper installation by grasping the front edge of the cooktop and carefltlly attempting to tilt the range forward WHEN ALL HOOKUPSARECOMPLETED MAKE SUREALLCONTROLS ARE LEFTIN THE OFFPOSITION MAK...

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Page 46: ...en moved during cleaning or mowng To check the oven gas shut oft valve on standard twin burner models raise the cooktop and look for the gas shut off lever at the extreme right rear corner Standing pilot models do not have a gas shut offvalve on the regulaton Follow the directions in box A or B that match your regulator type A B Lever shown closed Lever showl PULL TO OPEC PULL TO OPEU Standard Twi...

Page 47: ...nnect all power to the range for 5 minutes and then reconnect power If the failure code repeats then call for service Disconnect power to the range at the fuse box or circuit breaker for at least I0 seconds Turn power on and power up your range If the indicator lights are still on call for service The Oven Set knob is set at CLEAN before the door latch handle is moved to the right Bulb may be loos...

Page 48: ...ange to cool to room temperature and reset the controls Oven Set knob not set to CLEAN Door latch handle not moved all the way to the right_ Oven must cool below locking temperature Do nut luck the dour with door latch except when using self clean feature or the oven may lock Oven controls not set properly Review Operating the Self Cleaning Oven section Heavily soiled oven requires 5 hours and 59 ...

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Page 52: ...ll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service In Canada call 800 361 3400 Consumer Relations Manager 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 as described in the Installation Instructions provided with the product Replacement of...