GE JSP28, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...0 Cooktop 3O Problem Solver 32 Thermostat Adjustment Do It Yourself 18 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 QqlConsumer Services 35 Appliance Registration 2 Important Phone Numbers 35 Mod...

Page 2: ...protect the surface NOTE The plastic tape that is not removed from the chrome trim on range parts cannot be removed if baked on Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your...

Page 3: ...se refer to the Anti Tip device information in the back of this guide Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and injury Do not leave children alone children should not be...

Page 4: ...e of at least 170 F This assures that in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat it will be killed and the meat will be safe to eat Oven Stand away from the range when opening...

Page 5: ...f used on a hot surface Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings on or near your range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic earthenware or other glazed containers are suitable for range top serv...

Page 6: ...FEATu s OF YOUR RANGE Models JSP26 JSP28 JSP31 L I 6...

Page 7: ...rior oven light on and off 11 Oven Vent located under right rear surface unit 4 28 12 Anti Tip Device 3 31 13 Oven Control Clock and Timer 8 10 13 15 18 20 14 Surface Unit ON Indicator Light 10 15 Aut...

Page 8: ...Press and hold pad to decrease time or temperature by larger amounts 8 BAKE Press this pad to select the bake function 9 BROIL Press this pad to select the broil function 10 CLEAN Press this pad to se...

Page 9: ...To Cancel the Timer lf TIMER is showing press the INCREASE or Press the TIMER ON OFF pad while the word DECREASE pad until desired time is reached TIMER is flashing If TIMER is not showing press the...

Page 10: ...pushed in to set only from the OFF position When the control is in any position other than OFF it maybe rotated without pushing in Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF when yoLl finish cooking An...

Page 11: ...okware Aluminum Right cookware conducts heat faster than other metals Cast iron and coated cast iron cookware are slow to absorb heat but generally cook evenly at low to medium heat settings Steel pan...

Page 12: ...es not allow the canner to be centered on the surface unit use smaller diameter pots for good canning results 2 Flat bottomed canners must be used Do not use canners with flanged or rippled bottoms of...

Page 13: ...door is opened Use the switch on the control panel to turn the oven light on when the door is closed Shelf Positions he oven has four shelf supports identified in this illustration as A bottom B C an...

Page 14: ...change the oven temperature during BAKE cycle press the BAKE pad and then the INCREASE or DECREASE pad to get the new temperature Oven Shelves Arrange the oven shelf or shelves in the desired locatio...

Page 15: ...baking mixes follow package recipe or instructions for the best baking results Cookies When baking cookies flat cookie sheets without sides produce better looking cookies Cookies baked in a jelly rol...

Page 16: ...ime the oven will turn off automatically 1 Press the COOK TIME pad NOTE If your recipe requires preheating you may need to add additional time to the length of the Cook Time 2 Press the INCREASE pad u...

Page 17: ...3 hours Adding 3 hours to the time of day equals 5 00 4 Change the Stop Time from 5 00 to 7 00 by pressing the INCREASE pad until 7 00 appears in the display n5 Press the BAKE pad BAKE 6 Press the IN...

Page 18: ...res to check the temperature setting of your new oven These thermometers may vary 2043 degrees To Adjust the Thermostat c1 1 Press the BAKE pad BAKE 2 Select an oven temperature between 500 F and 550...

Page 19: ...1 5 Press the CLEAIUOFF pad when CLEAR roasting is finished and then remove m the food from the oven Most meats continue to cook slightly while standing after being removed from the oven Standing time...

Page 20: ...e sure to cut across the grain of the meat the meat Type Meat Tender cuts rib high quality sirloin tip rump or top round Lamb leg or bone in shoulder Veal shouider leg or loin Pork loin rib or shoulde...

Page 21: ...tely and leave the pan outside the oven to cool during the meal for easiest cleaning Use of Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line Without the slits the foil will your broiler pan and broiler...

Page 22: ...et fatty edges hang over the sides These could soil the oven bottom 6 The broiler does not need to be preheated However for very thin foods or to increase browning preheat if desired 7 Frozen steaks c...

Page 23: ...ter or a soap filled steel wool pad Rinse well with a vinegar and water solution This will help prevent a brown residue from forming when the oven is heated Buff these areas with a dry cloth Do not cl...

Page 24: ...will automatically begin after CLEAN is displayed and the wcid ON appears in the display When the oven heats to a high temperature the word LOCK will appear in the display It will not be possible to o...

Page 25: ...ss the CLEAN pad Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad to enter Clean Time Press the STOP TIME pad STOP TIME and the earliest Stop Time you can set will appear in the display 5 Press the INCREASE pad to...

Page 26: ...ring both the cooking and cleaning functions Q Should there be any odor during the cleaning A Yes there will be an odor during the first few cleanings Failure to wipe out excessive soil might also cau...

Page 27: ...l panel after each use Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water rinse with clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleansers plastic scourin...

Page 28: ...an the drip pans by hand Place them in a covered container or a plastic bag with 1 4 cLlp ammonia to loosen the soil Then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary Rinse with clean water and...

Page 29: ...ll fitting oven door gasket is essential for energy efficient oven operation and good baking results If you notice the gasket becoming worn frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced o...

Page 30: ...electrical outlet Let the bulb cool completely before removing it For your safety do not touch a hot bulb with a damp cloth If you do the bulb will break To remove Unscrew the cover and remove the bu...

Page 31: ...n baseboard and that there are no electrical wires or plumbing in the area which the screw could penetrate Attach the stability chain in a location which will allow the chain to be in line with the br...

Page 32: ...stop position as recommended Improper shelf position being used See the Broiling Guide Food is being cooked on a hot pan Cookware is not suited for broiling c Aluminum foil used on the broiler pan an...

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Page 35: ...ng 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 800 833 4322 to request assist in plannin...

Page 36: ...material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consu...