GE JSS28, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ... Heating Elements 13 Lift Off Oven Door 15 Lift Up Cooktop 17 Light 16 Oven Interior 15 Shelves 14 Storage Drawer 16 Surface Units 17 Vent 14 Troubleshooting Tips 18 19 Accessories 20 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 21 22 Warranty 23 JSS28 Owner s Manual 49 80349 11 05 JR Write the model and serial numbers here Model ________________ Serial ________________ You ca...

Page 2: ...ow you the location of the circuit breaker or fuse Mark it for easy reference Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Before performing any service disconnect the range power supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the cir...

Page 3: ...ols off Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Use a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or if available by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flame in the oven can be smothered completely ...

Page 4: ...D ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Keep the oven vent unobstructed Keep the oven free from grease buildup Place the oven ...

Page 5: ...ng results pans should be flat on the bottom Match the size of the saucepan to the size of the surface unit The pan should not extend over the edge of the surface unit more than 1 Not over 1 inch 1 Home Canning Tips Be sure the canner is centered over the surface unit Make sure the canner is flat on the bottom Use recipes and procedures from reputable sources These are available from manufacturers...

Page 6: ...ill flash in the display when there has been a power outage Reset the clock Touch the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool for one hour Put 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 and pads to adjust time TIMER Light Flashes while in edit mode...

Page 7: ... by small amounts Touch and hold the pad to increase the time or temperature by larger amounts CLEAR OFF Pad Touch this pad to cancel ALL oven operations except the clock and timer BROIL HI LO Pad Touch this pad to select the broil function BROIL Light Flashes while in edit mode you can switch from HI to LO BROIL at this point Glows when the oven is in broil mode Power Outage If a flashing time is...

Page 8: ...l not to burn your hand on the door when using the shelf in the lowest position A The oven has 7 shelf positions How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Your oven is not designed for open door cooking Touch the BAKE pad Touch the or pads until the desired temperature is displayed Touch the START ON pad The oven will start automatically The display will show PRE while preheating When the oven re...

Page 9: ...should know that cooking it to only 140 F means some food poisoning organisms may survive Source Safe Food Book Your Kitchen Guide USDA Rev June 1985 The oven has 7 shelf positions Quantity and Shelf First Side Second Side Food or Thickness Position Time min Time min Comments Ground Beef 1 lb 4 patties E 9 11 5 7 Space evenly Up to Well Done 1 2 to 3 4 thick 8 patties take about the same time Beef...

Page 10: ...d within one minute after you touch the CLOCK pad the display reverts to the original setting If this happens touch the CLOCK pad twice and reenter the time of day Touch the START ON pad until the time of day shows in the display This enters the time and starts the clock To check the time of day when the display is showing other information simply touch the CLOCK pad The time of day shows until an...

Page 11: ...comes on automatically on some models when the door is opened and goes off when the door is closed The bulb may be removed See the Oven Light Replacement section On models with a light switch on the control panel the oven light may be turned on and left on Using the Sabbath Feature On some models Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays How to Set for Baking Roasting NOTE To understand ...

Page 12: ...h your old favorite recipes use margarine butter or stick spreads containing at least 70 vegetable oil To Adjust the Thermostat Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 2 seconds until the display shows SF Touch the BAKE pad A two digit number shows in the display The oven temperature can be adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Touch the pad to increase the temperature in 1 de...

Page 13: ...shing detergent Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak NOTE The adhesive must be removed from all parts It cannot be removed if it is baked on Oven Heating Elements Do not clean the bake element or the broil element Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated To clean the oven floor gently lift the bake element Clean with warm soapy water Control Knobs The control knobs may be removed f...

Page 14: ...ht away When the surface has cooled wash with soap and water Rinse well For other spills such as fat spatterings wash with soap and water or cleansing powders after the surface has cooled Rinse well Polish with a dry cloth Oven Vent The oven is vented through an opening under the left rear surface unit This area could become hot during oven use It is normal for steam to come out of the vent and mo...

Page 15: ...ocks down to unlock Hinge arm Hinge arm Porcelain Oven Interior With proper care the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of the oven top bottom sides back and inside of the door will stay new looking for years Let the range cool before cleaning We recommend that you wear rubber gloves when cleaning the range Soap and water will normally do the job Heavy spattering or spillovers may require clean...

Page 16: ...oiling remove the broiler pan from the oven Storage Drawer Removal To remove the drawer Pull the drawer out until it stops Lift the front of the drawer until the stops clear the guides Remove the drawer To replace the drawer Place the drawer rails on the guides Push the drawer back until it stops Lift the front of the drawer and push back until the stops clear the guides Lower the front of the dra...

Page 17: ...ts in a dishwasher Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals Do not attempt to clean adjust or in any way repair the plug in receptacle Drip Pans Remove the surface units Then lift out the drip pans Place them in a covered container Add 1 4 cup ammonia and let soak several hours or overnight Wash rinse well and dry The drip pans may also be cleaned in a dishwasher Clean the area under the drip p...

Page 18: ...e being used Oven thermostat needs See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself adjustment section Clock and timer do Plug on range is not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly not work inserted in the electrical outlet grounded outlet A fuse in your home may Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Oven controls impr...

Page 19: ...the guide rail Removal instructions in the Care and cleaning of your range section Crackling or This is the sound of the This is normal popping sound metal heating and cooling during the cooking functions F and a number You have a function Press the CLEAR OFF pad Put the oven back into or letter flash error code operation in the display If the function code repeats Disconnect all power to the rang...

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Page 22: ...here Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of 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 should you require service Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It wi...

Page 23: ...re service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific le...

Page 24: ...d warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty 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 Parts and Accessories ge com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their h...