GE JSS16 User manual

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Safety Instructions ........ 2-5
Operating Instructions
Clock and Timer ............ 7
Oven ................... 8, 9
Surface Units .............. 6
Thermostat ............... 10
Care and Cleaning
Anti-Tip Device ......... l l, 14
Broiler Pan & (;rid ......... 13
i,ifl-Off Oven Door ......... 12
Lift-Up Cooktop ........... 15
Light .................... 12
Oven Interior .............. 13
Surface Units ............. 15
Troubleshooting Tips ...... 16
Consumer Support
Consumer Support.. Back Cover
Product Registration ..... 17, 18
Warranty ................. 19
JSS16
JSS26
Writethemodelandserial
numbershere:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label
on the flont of the range
behind the storage draweL 164D4290P062 49-80104 06-01 JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric
shock, or toprevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
-4,WARNINGANTI-TIPDEVICE
All ranges can tip and injury could result.
Toprevent accidental tipping of the range, attach it to the wall and floor by installing the Anti--tip
device suppfied.
Check if the device is installed and engaged properly. Make sure the chain fits securely into the slot
in the bracket.
ff you pull the range out from the wall for any reason, make sure the dex,ice is properly
engaged when you push the range back against the wall. If it is not, there is a possible risk of
the range tipping over and causing in,juUif you or a child stand, sit or lean on an open door.
Please refer to the Mlti-Tip dex,ice information in this manual. Failure to take this precaution
could result in tipping of the range and in,juU.
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SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
Use this appliance only fbr its intended
propose as described in d/is Owner's
Manual.
Be sure your appliance is properly
installed and _ounded by a qualified
installer in accordance with the prox,ided
installation instructions.
Have the installer show 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
serx@ing should be referred to a qualified
technician.
Before performing any ser\,ice, disconnect
the range power supply at the household
distribution panel by remox,ing the fuse or
sxdtching off the circuit breaker:
Do not leave children alone---children
should not be left alone or unattended in
an area where an appliance is in use. They
should never be allowed to sit or stand on
any part of the appliance.
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or
hang on the door, storage drawer or
cooktop. They could damage the range
and even tip it oveL causing severe
personal ir)jm T.
CAUTION:.erosofir,terestto
children should not be stored in cabinets
above a l-ange or on the backsplash (on
some modds) of a range---children
climbing on the range to reach imms
could be seriously injured.
Do not much the surface units, the
heating elements or the interior surface
of the oven. These surfaces may be hot
enough to bum even though they are
dark in color. During and _ter use, do not
touch, or let clothing or other flammable
materials contact, the surface units, areas
nearby the surface units or any interior
area of the oven; allow sutJ{icient time for
cooling first.
Potentially hot surfaces include the
cooktop, areas facing the cooktop, oven
vent opening, surfaces near the opening,
crex,ices around the oven door and metal
trim parts above the dooc
REMEMBER: The inside surface of the
oven may be hot when the door is opened.
Do not store or use combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the x,icinity of this or any other
appliance.
Large scratches or impacts to glass doors
can lead to broken or shattered glass.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
.....Do not use water on _ease fires. Never
pick up a flaming pan. Turn the controls
oil 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 dUchemical 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-puqoose dU
chemical or fkmm-type fire extinguisher.
Flame in the oven can be smothered
complemly by closing the oven door
and turning the oven off or by using
a multi-pm]oose dUchemical or
foam-type fire extinguisher.
Never leave,jars or cans of f`atdrippings
in or near your range.
Do not let cooking _ease or other
flammable materials accumulate in
or near the range.
Keep the hood and _ease filters clean
to maintain good venting and to avoid
grease fires.
Do not store flammable materials in an
oven or near the cooktop.
.....Never wear loos_fitting or han_ng
garments while using the appliance.
Be careful when reaching for items stored
over the range. Flammable material could
be i_fited if brought in contact with hot
surface units or heating elements and may
cause severe bums.
.....Use only dUpot holders--moist or damp
pot holders on hot surf`aces may result in
burns flom steam. Do not let pot holders
much hot surf`ace units or heating
elements. Do not use a towel or other
bulky cloth in place of pot holders.
For your s_ety, never use your appliance
for warming or heating the room.
Teach children not to play xdth the
controls or any other part of the range.
Always keep dish towels, dish cloths,
pot holders and other linens a s_e
distaJlce from your raJlge.
Always keep wooden and plastic utensils
and canned food a s_e distance fiom
your range.
Always keep combustible wall coverings,
curtains or drapes a s_e distance from
your range.
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Stand away fl-om the range when opening
the oven door: Hot air or steam which
escapes can cause burns to hands, f`ace
and/or eyes.
Do not heat unopened food containers.
Pressure could build up and the container
could burst, causing an in,ju U.
Keep the oven vent unobstructed.
Keep the oven free from grease buildup.
Place the oven shelf in the desired position
while the oven is cool. If shelves must be
handled when hot, do not let pot holder
contact the heating elements.
Pulling out the shelf to the stop-lock is
a convenience in lifting hem,3: foods.
It is also a precaution against burns from
touching hot surf`aces of the door or
oven walls.
When using cooking or roasting bags in
the oven, follow the manuf`acmrer's
directions.
Do not use the oven to dry newspapers.
ff overheated, they can catch on fire.
Do not use the oven for a storage area.
Items stored in an oven can ignite.
Do not leave paper products, cooking
utensils or food in the oven when not
in use.
.....After broiling, always take the broiler pan
out of the range and clean it. Leftover
_ease in the broiler pan can catch on fire
the next time you use the pan.
Do not use aluminum foil to line oven
bottoms, except as suggested in this manual.
Improper installation of aluminum foil
may resuh in a risk of electric shock or fire.

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COOKMEATANDPOULTRYTHOROUGHLY...
Cookmeat andpoultry thoroughlyImeat toat leastan INTERNALtemperatureof 160°Eandpoultry
toat least an INTERNALtemperatureof 180°ECookbg to thesetemperaturesusuallypmtects against
foodbomeillness.
SURFACECOOKINGUNITS
Use proper pan sizeIselect cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit
heating element. The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the surface unit to direct
contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of cookware to surface unit will
also improve efficiency.
Never leave the surf`ace units unattended
at high heat settings. Boilovers cause
smoking and greasy spillovers that may
catch on fire.
Do not use aluminum fbil m line the drip
pans or anywhere in the oven except as
described in this manual. Misuse could
result in a shock, fire hazard or damage
to the range.
Be sure the drip pans and the vent duct
are not covered and are in place. Their
absence during cooking could damage
range parts and wiring.
Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic,
earthenware or other glazed containers
are suitable fi)r cookmp service; others
may break because of the sudden change
in temperature.
To minimize the possibility of burns,
ignition of flammable materials and
spillage, the handle of a container
should be turned toward the center of
the range without exmnding over nearby
surface units.
Always turn the surf`ace units off befbre
remox,ing cookware.
Do not immerse or soak the removable
surf`ace units. Do not put them in a
dishwasher
When flaming foods under the hood,
turn the f`an on.
To avoid the possibility of a burn or
electric shock, always be certain that the
controls fbr all surf`ace units are at the
OFFposition and all coils are cool befi)re
atmmpting to lift or remove a unit.
Clean the cooktop xdth caution, ff a wet
sponge is used to wipe spills on a hot
cooktop, be careful to avoid steam burns.
Keep an eye on fi)ods being flied at high
or medium high heat settings.
Foods fi)r flTing should be as dUas
possible. Frost on flozen fbods or moisture
on flesh fbods can cause hot fat to bubble
up and over the sides of the pan.
Use little fat for effective shallow or deep
fat flTing. Filling the pan too full of f`at can
cause spillovers when food is added.
If a combination of oils or f`ats xdll be used
in flTing, stir together befbre heating, or
as fats melt sloMy.
Always heat f`atslowly, and watch as it
heats.
Use a deep f`at thermometer whenever
possible to prevent overheating f`at beyond
the smoking point.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Usingthesurfaceunits.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model
Be sure you turn the control knob
to OFFwhen you finish cooking.
How to Set
Push tile Mlob in and am1 in ekher
direction to the setting you want.
At bodl OFFand HI die conuol clicks
into position. You may hear slight
clicking sounds during cooking,
indica6ng the conuol is keeping the
power level you set.
A surface unit ON indicator light will
glow when any surface unit is on.
Not over I inch.
Surface Cookware Tips
Use medium- or heax3,-weigbt cookware.
Aluminum cookware conducts heat faster
than other metals. Cast-iron and coamd
cast-iron cookware are slow m absorb
heat, but generally cook evenly at low m
medium heat settings. Smel pans may
cook unevenly if not combined with
other metros.
For best cooking results, pans should be
fiat on the bottom. Match the size of the
saucepan m the size of the surface unit.
The pan should not exmnd over the
edge of the surface unit more than 1".
Use only flat-bottomed woks.
Wok Cooking
Werecommendthatyouuseonlya flat-bottomed
wok.Theyareavailableatyourlocalretailstore.
Do not use woks dmt have support rings.
Use of these types ofwoks, wkb or
without tile _ing in place, can be
dangerous.
Placing die ring over the surface unit will
cause a build-up of heat that will damage
the porcelain cooktop. Do not t_y to use
such woks without the ring. You could be
seriously burned if the wok dpped ove_.
Deep Fat Frying
Do not overfill cookware widl fat dmt
may spill over when adding food. Frosty
foods bubble vigorously.
X_ratchfood flying at high temperatures.
Keep range and hood clean fiom grease.
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Usingtheclock andtimer. OEAppli..oesoom
SETTIME
ToSet the Clock:
[_ Press tile CLOCKpad.
[_ Press tile SETTIME+1'-pads.
Make sure the clock is setto the
correct time of day.
Thetimer is a minute timer only.
Thetimer does not control oven
operations. Youcan set the timer
for up to 9 hours and 50minutes.
ToSet the timer:
%
[] Press tile TIMERON/OFFpad.
Press tile SETTIME+/- pads until
tile amount of time you want shows
in the display. The tinier will start
automatically wkhin a few seconds
of releasing die pad.
The end of cycle rune will sound when
file timer countdown is complem. To stop
die rune, press die TIMERON/OFFpador
CLOCKpad.
ToReset the Timer:
If die display is still showing die dine
remaining, you may change it by pressing
the SETTIME+/- pads until tile dine you
want appears in die display.
If die remaining time is not in the
display, rec_dl the remaining time by
pressing die TIMERON/OFFpad and dien
pressing die ,.gETrIME+1'-pads until the
new time you want shows in die display.
To Cancel the Timer:
If die display is still showing die time
remaining, press the TIMERON/OFFpad.
The display will return to die time of day:
If die remaining time is not in the
display, recaU the remaining time by
pressing die TIMER ON/OFF pad. Press
the TIMERON/OFF pad again; the display
will return to the time of day.

Usingtheoven.
Toavoid possible bums, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on.
IIII Before you begin...
The sheh'es have stop4ocks, so that
when placed correctly on file supports,
they will stop before coming completely
out, and will not flit.
When placing and removing cookware,
pull the shelf out until it stops.
Toremovea shelf,pull it toward you,
fllt the flont end up and pull it out.
Toreplace,place the end of the shelf
(stop-locks) on the support, tilt up the
flont and push the shelf in.
Theoven has 4 shelf positions.
Oven Control Knob
The OVENTEMPknob maintains the
temperature you set, flom WM (150°E)
mBROIL(550°F.).
The oven cycling light glows unfll
die oven reaches your selecmd
mmpemmre, then goes off"and on with
the oven element(s) during cooking.
How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting
[77 Turn the OVENTEMPknob to the
tempe_mne you desire.
Check food for doneness at
minimum time on recipe. Cook
longer if necessary.
[_ Turn the OVENTEMP knob to OFF
when cooking is complete.
Type of Food Shelf Position
Frozenpies(oncookiesheet) BorC
Angelfoodcake, A
bundtorpoundcakes
Biscuits,muffins,brownies, BorC
cookies,cupcakes,
layercakes,pies
Casseroles BorC
Preheating and Pan Placement
Preheat file oven if die recipe cMls for it.
Preheating is necessary for good results
when baking cakes, cookies, pastry and
breads.
Topreheat,settheovenat thecorrecttemperature.
Preheatingwilltakeapproximately10-15minutes.
Baking results Mll be better if baking
pans are cenmred in file oven _tsmuch as
possible. Pans should not much each
other or the walls of the oven. If you
need to use two shelves, stagger the pans
so one is not directly above the othei, and
leave approximamly 1½" between pans,
from the front, back and sides of the wall.
Cut slits in the foiljust like the grid.
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Aluminum Foil
You can use Muminum foil m line die
broiler pan and broiler grid. However;
you must mold the foil flghtly m the grid
and cut slits in itjust like the grid.
Wifllout file slits, the foil Mll prevent fat
and meat juices flom draining into die
broiler pan. The juices could become
hot enough m catch on fire. If you
do not cut the slits, you are essentially
flying, not broiling.
Donotusealuminumfoilonthebottomof
theoven.
Never enflrely cover a shelf with
aluminum foil. This will disturb the heat
circulaflon and result in poor baking.
A sm_fller sheet of foil may be used to
catch a spillover by placing it on a lower
shelf several inches below the food.

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Leave the door open to the broil
stop position. Thedoor stays open
by itself, yet the proper temperature
is maintained in the oven.
The size, weight, thickness,
starting temperature
and your preference
of doneness will aft>ct
broiling times. This guide
is based on meats at
refrigerator temperature.
t' The {LS. I)*,/_arhn*,)_tq/
Agricuflm_, ,_ays "Ran_ beq/ is
p@u/a_; but you shouhl k_ow that
cooki_g it to o_@' 140'1'7 mea_s
some fi_od pois<mi_*g o_grmisms
m_O' sm"uh,e. "(,Source: &_.i_I'}>od
Book. _bur Kitche_* Guide. { %I)A
tb_v.,flme 19S5.)
How to Set the Oven for Broiling
Place the meat or fish on the broiler
grid in the broiler pan.
[_ Follow suggested shelf positions in
the Broiling Guide.
If youroven is connected to 208 volts,rare steaks
may be broiled bypreheatingthe broiler and
positioningthe oven shelf one positionhigher.
Turn the OVENTEMPknob to
BROIL.
When broiling is finished, turn the
OVENTEMPknob to OFF.
Broiling Guide
Food
Bacon
GroundBeef
Well Done
Beef Steaks
Rarer
Medium
Well Done
Rarer
Medium
Well Done
Chicken
LobsterTails
FishFillets
Ham Slices
(precooked)
Pork Chops
Well Done
LambChops
Medium
Well Done
Medium
Well Done
Quantityand/
orThickness
1/2 lb.
(about8thin slices)
1lb. (4patties)
1/2to 3/4" thick
1" thick
1to 1_ Ibs.
11/2"thick
2 to 2_ Ibs.
1whole
2 to 2_ Ibs.,
split lengthwise
2-4
6 to 8oz.each
1/4to 1/2" thick
1" thick
2 (1/2"thick)
2 (1"thick)about 1lb.
2 (1"thick)about 10
to 12oz.
2 (1½"thick)about 1lb.
Shelf
Position
C
C
C
C
C
C
A
C
B
C
C
C
B
FirstSide
Time(min.)
41/2
10
6
8
12
10
15
25
35
13-16
10
13
10
12
14
17
SecondSide
Time(min.)
41/2
5
6
11
7-8
14-16
20-25
10-15
Do not
turn
ovec
10
13
9
10
12
12-14
Comments
Arrangeinsinglelaye
Spaceevenly.Upto 8
pattiestake aboutthe
sametime.
Steakslessthan1"
thickcookthrough
beforebrowning.Pan
frying isrecommendec
Slashfat.
Reducetimeabout 5
to 10minutespersid_
for cut-up chicken.
Brusheachsidewith
meltedbutter.Broil
skin-side-downfirst.
Cutthroughbackof
shell.Spreadopen.
Brushwith melted
butterbeforebroiling
andafter half of
broilingtime.
Handleandturn very
carefully.Brushwith
lemonbutter before
andduringcooking,if
desired.Preheat
broilerto increase
browning.
Increasetime 5to 10
minutespersidefor
1_" thick or home-
curedham.
Slashfat.
Slashfat.
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Adjust the oven thermostat--Do it yourself!
Youmay find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few
weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the
thermostat yourself.
Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven.
These thermometers may vary 20-40 degrees.
Back of the OVEN TEMP knob.
Lower screw moves toward hotter
or cooler.
Thelower screw moves toward
HOTTERto increase the temperature,
To Adjust the Thermostat
Pull die OVENTEMPknob off the shaft,
look at the back of the knob and nora the
current set0ng before making any
adj usnnent. The knob is factory set with
the mp screw directly under the poinmL
[_] Pull off the OVEN TEMP knob.
_] I,oosen both screws on back of
the knob.
%Hold both parts of the knob as
shown in the illustration of the back
of the OVENTEMPknob and mrn so
the lower screw moves in the desired
direc0on. You will hear and feel the
notches as you mrn the Mlob. Each
notch changes mmpe_wture about
10° Fahrenheit.
_] Tighten the screws.
[_] Return the OVENTEMP knob to
the oven.
Re-checkovenperformancebeforemakingany
additionaladjustments.
Thelower screw moves toward
COOLERto decrease the temperature.
Thetypeofmargarine will affect bakingperformance!
Most recipes for baking have been developed using high fat products such as butter or margarine (80%fat). If you
decrease the fat, the recipe may not give the same results as with a higher fat product.
Recipe failure can result if cakes, pies, pastries, cookies or candies are made with low fat spreads. Thelower the fat
content of a spread product, the more noticeable these differences become.
Federal standards require products labeled "margarine" m contain at least 80% fat by weight. Low fat spreads, on the
other hand, contain less fat and more wateL The high moisture conmnt of these spreads affects the mxtme and flavor
of baked goods. For best results with your old favorite recipes, use margarine, butter or stick spreads containing at legist
70% vegetable oil.
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Careand cleaningofthe range, w OEAppli,,o,soom
Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.
If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip
device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this
precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injurg.
How to Remove Packaging Tape
To assure no damage is done to file finish
of the product, file safest way to remove
the adhesive left from packaging tape on
new appliances is an applica6on of a
household liquid dishwashing demrgent,
mineral oil or cooking oil.
Apply wifll a soft cloth and allow to soak.
Wipe dry and fllen apply an appliance
polish to flloroughly clean and protect
file surface.
NOTE:Theplastictapemustberemovedfromaft
chrometrim.Itcannotberemovedifit isbakedon.
Control Panel
It's a good idea m wipe file conuol panel
after each use. Clean Mill mild soap
and water or vinegar and water; rinse
Mill clean water and polish dry Mill
a soft clod1.
Do not use abrasive cleanset_, strong
liquid cleansers, plastic scorning pads or
oven cleaners on the control panel--they
will damage the finish. A 50/50 solution
of vinegar and hot water works well.
Moldedrib Control Knobs
Thecontrolknobsmayberemovedforeasier
cleaning.
Before removing file knobs for cleaning,
please note flint file knobs are in file
OFFposition. When replacing die knobs,
check die OFF position to insure proper
placement.
The knob stem has a groove in each side.
The groove on one side has a sp_ing clip.
The oilier g_oove is clear (see
illusUadon). Check die inside of die
knob and find the molded rib.
Washtheknobsinsoapandwaterora vinegar
andhotwatersolutionbutdonotsoak.
Replace the knob by fitting die molded
rib inside die knob into the clear groove
on the smm.
Brushed Chrome Cooktop (onsomemodels)
Clean the brushed chrome mp Mdl
wmm, soapy water or Ben Ami _:brand
cleanseL Rinse and immediamly dry it
with a clean, soft cloth. Take care m d_T
the surface following the "grain."
To help prevent finger marks after
cleaning, spread a ddn film of baby oil
on the surface or a chrome protecmnt
mW be used to help reduce spotting or
fingerpiinfing. Wipe away excess oil with
a clean, soft cloth.
Porcelain Enamel Cooktop (onsomemodels)
The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy
but breakable if misused. This finish is
acid-resistant. Howevei; any acidic foods
spilled (such as fruit juices, tomato or
vinegar) should not be permitted to
remain on tile finish. If acids spill on the
cookmp while it is hot, use a dry paper
towel or cloth m wipe it up _ight away.
When die surface h_tscooled, wash Mdl
soap and wateL Rinse well.
Forotherspillssuchasfat spattering&wash
withsoapandwaterorcleansingpowdersafter
thesurfacehascooled.Rinsewell.Polishwitha
drycloth.
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Careand cleaningofthe range.
Oven Shelves
Clean the oven shelves with an abrasive
cleanser or steel wool. Aider cleaning, rinse the shelves with
clean water and dry with a clean cloth.
Lift the door straight up and off the
hinges.
Lift-Off Oven Door
The oven door is removable for easier
access to the light bulb.
Donotlift thedoorbythehandle.
Toremovethedoor,open it m file broil
stop position. Grasp fimdy on each side
and lift the door suaight up and off the
hinges.
Donotp/acehandsbetweenthehingeandthe
ovendoorframe.
Toreplace the door, make sure file hinges
are in file broil stop position. Position file
slots in the bottom of the door squarely
over file hinges and slowly lower it over
both hinges.
Tocleantheinsideofthedoor:
Soap and wamr will nommlly do the
job. Hem 3,spattering or spillovers may
require cleaning with a mild abrasive
cleaneL Soapy, wet metal pads mW also
be used.
Donotallowfoodspillswithahighsugaroracid
content(suchastomatoes,sauerkraut,fruitjuices
orpiefilling)toremainonthesurface.Theymay
causea dullspotevenaftercleaning.
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If necessary, you may use an oven
cleaneL Follow the package directions.
Clean the inside of the oven window
with a miM non-scratching cleaner and
a damp cloth.
Tocleantheoutsideofthedoor:
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Use soap and water m flloroughly
clean the rap, sides and flont of the
oven doon Rinse well. You may also use
a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the
outside of the dooL Do not let water
drip into the vent openings.
Spillage of marinades, fiuitjuices,
tomato sauces and basting mamfials
containing acids may cause
discoloration and should be wiped up
immediamly: When surface is cool,
clean and rinse.
Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning
powders or ha_h abrasives on the
outside of the dooL
Oven Light
Before replacing the bulb, disconnect
electrical power to the range at the main
fllse or circuit breaker panel.
I,_t file bulb cool completely before
removing it. Replace file bulb wifll
a 40-watt appliance bulb only. Do not
much a hot bulb with a damp cloth
because the bulb will break.
Painted Surfaces
Painted surfaces include the sides and
the drawer flont.
Clean these with soap and water or
a vinegar and wamr solution.
Do not use conlnlercial oven cleaneis,
cleaning powders, steel wool or harsh
abrasives on any painted surface.
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Oven Heating Elements
Donotcleanthebakeelementorthebroil
element.Anysoilwiflbumoff whenthe
elementsareheated.
To clean file oven flooi; gendy lift
file bake element. Clean wifll wmm
soapy WateI:
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After broiling, remove the broiler
pan from the oven.
Broiler Pan & Grid
Atker broiling, remove the broiler pan
flom file oven. Remove file giid flom file
pan. Careflflly pour out file grease flom
file pan into a proper containeL
Wash and rinse file broiler pan and grid
in hot wamr with a soap-filled or plastic
scouring pad.
Donotstorea soiledbmilerpanandgrid
anywherein therange.
If food has burned on, sprinkle the grid
wifll detergent while hot and cover wittl
wet paper towels or a dishclodL Soaking
die pan Mll remove burned-on foods.
Bodl die broiler pan and gnid may be
cleaned Mdl a commercial oven cleaneL
Boil1 file broiler pan and grid can also be
cleaned in a dishwasheL
Porcelain Oven Interior
Widl proper care, die porcelain enamel
finish on the inside of the oven--top,
bottom, sides, back and inside of the
doori-will stay newqooking for years.
Let die range cool before cleaning. We
recommend dmt you wear rubber gloves
when cleaning the range.
Soap and water will naturally do die job.
Hem 3,spatmfing or spillovers may
require cleaning with a mild abrasive
cleaneL Soapy, wet metal pads may also
be used.
Donotallowfoodspillswithahighsugaroracid
content(suchastomatoes,sauerkraut,fruitjuices
orpiefilling)toremainonthesurface.Theymay
causeaduffspotevenaftercleaning.
Household ammonia may make the
cleaning job easieL Place 1/2 cup in
a shaUow glass or potte_ T container in
a cold oven overnight. The mmnonia
flmles Mll help loosen the burned-on
grease and food.
If necessary, you may use an oven cleaneL
Follow the package directions.
Donotsprayovencleanerontheelectrical
controlsandswitchesbecauseit couldcause
a shortcircuitandresultinsparkingorfire.
Donotallowa filmfromthecleanertobuildup
onthetemperaturesensor--itcouUcausethe
oventoheatimproperly.(Thesensorislocated
at thetopoftheoven.)Carefullywipethe
sensorcleanaftereachovencleaning,being
carefulnottomovethesensorasachangein
itspositioncouldaffecthowtheovenbakes.
Donotsprayanyovencleanerontheoven
door,handlesoranyexteriorsurfaceofthe
oven,cabinetsorpaintedsurfaces.Thecleaner
candamagethesesurfaces.
Oven Vent
The oven is vented dnough an opening
under the right rear surface unit. Nevercovertheopeningwithaluminumfoilor anyothermaterial
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Careand cleaningofthe range.
If the range is removed for cleaning or any reason, make sure the chain is reattached.
Oetional
bracketlocation
FactorybracKet
Backselash
ionsomemodela
Backof
range
Anti-Tip Device
[7] Before placing range in tile counte_;
notice tile location of tile stability
bracket which is aheady attached to
the back of the range. This location
should work for most installations.
However; it may be more convenient
m hook the stability chain m the
unit when the stability bracket is
attached m the lappet set of holes in
the back of range.
Theupperlevelsetofholesisintendedforuse
witha backsp/ashkit./f thebacksp/ashisnot
beingused,makesurethatthereareno
strectura/supportsforthecountertopwhichwill
interferewiththestabilitybracketwhenlocated
in theuppersetofholes.
Whedler you attach die chain m die wall
or fleet; be certain that the screw is in at
least 3/4 inch thickness of wood other
than baseboard and that there are no
elecuical wires or plumbing in the area
which the screw could penetmm. Attach
the stability chain in a location which will
allow the chain to be in line with the
bracket side m aid as much as possible
when attached m the unit. Test m see if
tile chain is securely fasmned by Utgging
on the chain.
%
'% Washerandlongscrew
[_ F_tsten one end of the stability chain
to the floor or wall with the long [_]
screw and washer supplied.
NOTE"If attachingtomason_youcanbuy
suitablescrewsandanchorsathardwarestores.
Usea masonrydrifttodrifttherequiredhobs.
Wallplate
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Makecertainthescrewisgoingintothewall
plateat thebaseof thewallor oneof thestuds
in thebaseof thewaft
Temporarily attach
tile loose end of tile
chain m the rear of
the counmrtop with
the rope flom the
packaging.
Place die range in the counmr
cutout leaving just enough room
between the back of the range and
the wall to reach tile stability
bracket.
Hook die loose end of die chain
Ohm die bracket by slipping die
nearest link of the chain into the
dot in the bracket. Make sure the
chain is pulled as fight as possible
and that there is no excess slack in
the chain meter the chain is attached
to the bmcket.
%Slide tile range all tlle way back into
tile counter. Once tile range is
pushed back in place, dlere will be
a small amount of slack in the chain.
This is nomml.
CAUTION:Excessiveslackin thechaincould
allowtherangetotipover
Thestorage drawer may be
removed for cleaning under the
range.
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Removable Storage Drawer
Thestoragedrawerisagoodplacetostore
cookwareandbakeware.Donotstoreplastics
andflammablematerialin thedrawer.
Do not overload the storage drawer.
If the drawer is too heaxy, it may slip off
the track when opened.
To open dm drawer, grasp tile center of
the handle and pull straight out.
Toremove:
Pull the drawer straight ()tatand lift over
tile guide stops.
Toreplace:
Lift over the guide stops and slide the
drawer into place.
To clean both the inside and the outside:
Wipe with soap and wamt. Rinse well.
Donotusecleansingpowdersorharsh
abrasiveswhichmayscratchthesurface.

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Be sure the controls are turned to OFFand the surface units are cool before attempting to remove them.
Surface Units
Receotaole Driooan
To clean the surface units, turn the
control to the highest setting for a
minute. The coils will burn off any soil.
Toremovea surfaceunit:
To remove the drip pans for cleaning,
the surface units must be removed fi_st.
I,ift the surface unit about 1" above the
drip pan and pull it out.
Donotlift thesurfaceunitmorethan1".
If youdo,itmaynotlie flatonthedrippan
whenyouplugitbackin.
Repeated lifting of the surface unit more
than 1 inch above the drip pan can
permanently damage the receptacle.
Toreplacea surfaceunit:
Replace the drip pan into the recess in
the cooktop. Make sure the opening in
the pan lines up with the receptacle.
Insert the terminals of the surface unit
througll the opening in the drip pan and
into the receptacle.
Guide the surface unit into place so it
rests evenl):
Donotimmersethesurfaceunitsinliquidsof
anykind.
Donotcleanthesurfaceunitsina dishwasher.
Donotbendthesurfaceunitplugterminals.
Donotattempttoclean,adjustorinanyway
repairtheplug-inreceptacle.
Drip Pans
Remove the surface units. Then lift out
the drip pans.
For best results, clean file drip pans by
hand. Place fllem in a covered container
(or a pktsfic bag) with 1/4 cup _unmonia
to loosen the soil. Then scrub with a
soap-filled scouring pad if necessat T.
Rinse with clean wamr and polish with
a clean soft cloth.
The drip pans may also be cleaned in
a dishwasheL
Clean the area under the drip pans
often. Built-up soil, especially gre_kse,
may catch fire.
Donotcoverthedrippanswithfoil Usingfoil
soclosetothereceptaclecouldcauseshock,
fireordamagetotherange.
Support rod
Be sure all surface units are turned
off before raising the cooktop.
Lift-Up Cooktop
Cleantheareaunderthecooktopoften.Built-up
soil,especiallygrease,maycatchfire.
To make cleaning easier; the entire
cooktop may be lifted up and supported
in the up position.
Be sure all the surface units are unned
off before rMsing the cooktop. The
surface units and drip pans do not need
mbe removed; however; you may remove
one to make raising file cooktop easier.
A support rod will hold the cookmp tap
while you clean underneath it.
Atker cleaning under file cookmp wifll
hot, soapy wamr and a clean clofll, lower
the cooktop. Be carefltl not m pinch
your fingers.
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Before YouCall ForService...
Troubleshooting -tips
Save time and money! Review the chart on this page first
and you may not need to call for service.
Surfaceunitsnot
functioningproperly
Possible Causes
The surface units are not
plugged in solidly.
The surface unit controls
improperly set.
The drip pans are not set
securely in the cooktop.
What ToDo
•Widl die controls off. check m make sure die surface
unit is plugged completely into the receptacle.
• Check m see the correct control is set for the surface
unit you are using.
• With the controls off, check to make sure the drip
pan is in the recess in the cooktop and that the
opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle.
Clockand timerdo Afuse in your home may • Replace fi_se or reset circuit breaker.
not work be blown or the circuit
breaker tripped.
Ovenlight does Light bulb is loose or defective. • Tighten or replace the bulb.
not work Switch operating light • Call for service.
is broken.
Oven willnot work Plug on range is not completely • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly
inserted in the electrical outlet, gnounded oudet.
A fuse in your home may be • Replace fl_se or reset circuit breakeL
blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
Oven control improperly set. • See the Using the oven section.
Fooddoes notbake Oven control improperly set. • See the Using the oven section.
or roast properly Shelf position is incorrect • See the Using the oven section.
or the shelf is not level.
Incorrect cookware or cookware • See the Using the oven section.
of improper size being used.
Oven thermostat needs • See the Adjust the oven thermostat--Do it yourself!
adjustment, section.
Fooddoes not Oven control improperly set. • See the Using the oven section.
broilproperly Door not open to the broil stop • See the Using the oven section.
position as recommended.
Improper shelf position. • See the Broiling Guide.
Food being cooked • Use the broiling pan and grid fllat came wifll your range.
in a hot pan. Make sure it is cool.
Cookware not suited for broiling. • Use the broiling pan and gnid that came with your range.
Almnintun foil used on the • See the Usingthe oven section.
broiling pan and grid has not
been fitted properly and slit as
recommended.
In some areas the power • Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes. Broil for
(voltage) may be low. the longest period of dine recommended in the
Broiling Guide.
Oventemperaturetoo Oven thermostat
hotor toocold needs adjustment. • See the Adjust the oven thermostat--Do it yourself!
section.
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GEElectric Range Warranty.
Aft warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care®technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at www.GEAppliances.com,
or carl 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
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under the warranty.
GE Will Replace:
One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the Dtning this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free ofcharge, all labor
originalpurchase and in-home service to replace the defective part.
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
Improper installation.
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used
for other than the intended purpose or used
commercially.
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for
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