GE PHB925SB1SS How to use

GE Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
31-9186
PHB925SB1SS
Technical Service Guide
May 2009
GE Consumer & Industrial
Profile 30-in.
Free Standing
Induction Range

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The information in this service guide is intended for use by
individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical,
electronic, and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a
major appliance may result in personal injury and property
damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the
interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability in
connection with its use.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing
this product. If electrical power is required for diagnosis or test
purposes, disconnect the power immediately after performing the
necessary checks.
RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES
If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to
complete a path to ground are removed for service, they must be
returned to their original position and properly fastened.
!
GE Consumer & Industrial
Technical Service Guide
Copyright © 2009
All rights reserved. This service guide may not be reproduced in whole or in part
in any form without written permission from the General Electric Company.

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Table of Contents
Aluminum Plate ................................................................................................................................................................49
Anti-Tip Bracket.................................................................................................................................................................20
Bake Element......................................................................................................................................................................40
Bridge Board ......................................................................................................................................................................49
Broil Element.......................................................................................................................................................................37
Circuit Boards Connector Locator Views...............................................................................................................26
Component Locator Views...........................................................................................................................................21
Control Features................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Control Panel .....................................................................................................................................................................47
Control Panel Assembly.................................................................................................................................................47
Control Panel Rear Cover .............................................................................................................................................33
Convection Element.........................................................................................................................................................38
Convection Fan Assembly............................................................................................................................................39
Convection Fan Cover ....................................................................................................................................................38
Cooktop Assembly ..........................................................................................................................................................32
Cooktop Components ....................................................................................................................................................49
Cooktop Elements ............................................................................................................................................................50
Diagnostics and Service Information......................................................................................................................56
Door Lock Assembly .......................................................................................................................................................44
Door Switch ........................................................................................................................................................................35
Electrical Requirements.................................................................................................................................................20
Filter Board ..........................................................................................................................................................................55
Generator Boards.............................................................................................................................................................54
Glass Touch Panel ...........................................................................................................................................................48
High Limit Thermostat....................................................................................................................................................45
Induction Module .............................................................................................................................................................53
Installation ...........................................................................................................................................................................20
Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Introduction to Induction Cooking............................................................................................................................ 6
LINbus Connectors...........................................................................................................................................................52
Main Logic Board .............................................................................................................................................................47
Meat Probe and Outlet ..................................................................................................................................................42
Nomenclature .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Operation Overview.........................................................................................................................................................19
Oven Components ..........................................................................................................................................................36
Oven Door Assembly ......................................................................................................................................................28
Oven Door Hinge Receiver ...........................................................................................................................................35
Oven Light Assembly ......................................................................................................................................................43
Oven Sensor and Door Switch Test..........................................................................................................................63
Oven Temperature Sensor............................................................................................................................................36
Range Components.........................................................................................................................................................28
Rear Cover Removal .......................................................................................................................................................33
Relay Power Supply Module (RPSM) .......................................................................................................................36
Schematics and Wiring Diagrams............................................................................................................................64
Side Panel Removal .........................................................................................................................................................34
Smoke Eliminator/Vent Tube.......................................................................................................................................42
Thermal Cut-out................................................................................................................................................................53
Warming Drawer Assembly .......................................................................................................................................32
Warming Drawer Element............................................................................................................................................46
Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................................................66

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Introduction
The Profile 30-in. free standing induction range with convection oven and warming drawer features
electronic oven and induction element controls. The induction elements provide unmatched cooking
performance and flexibility. Induction technology heats only the pan and its contents and offers energy
efficiency by reducing wasted heat when compared to radiant and gas cooktops.
The Profile 30-in. free standing induction range has the following new features:
Innovative technology• ―delivers the responsiveness of a gas cooktop.
Superior performance• ―Induction technology heats only the pan and
its contents, providing an incredibly fast boil time.
Remarkable versatility• ―This induction cooktop offers the choice of
19 different power levels, including a 3700-watt, 11" element for large
cookware , warming capability, and a low-heat simmer setting for
delicate sauces.
Cooler cooktop surface• ―Since there is not a traditional thermal
heating element, the induction cooktop stays cooler than conventional
radiant cooktops.
Below cooktop venting• ―that dissipates heat, permitting less depth to
the burner box.
Easy cleanability• ―Cooktop cleaning is easier
since spills and splatters do not burn on the
cooktop.
Electronically controlled oven heating elements•
―Provide precise cooking control with fast
preheating.
Convection mode uses reverse-air convection•
technology―a bidirectional fan that works with a
dedicated third heating element to promote even
heat circulation.
Performance compensation for 208-volt•
installation―boosts power as needed in
multifamily dwellings.
Cooktop locked out during self clean• .
Full-extension, self-cleaning porcelain-coated•
racks―can be left in the oven during the self-
clean cycle.
Hidden oven bake element• ―concealed beneath
the oven floor, allows quick and easy ash removal
following the self-clean cycle.

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The nomenclature plate is located on the front
left behind the oven door.
The mini-manual is placed in an envelope
located inside the control panel.
Brand
P = Profile
P H B 9 2 5 S B 1 S S
Nomenclature
Model Number
Feature Pack
Designates features–the higher
the number, the more features
Product Color
SS = Stainless Steel
Indicator for Engineering
and Product Service Only
Model Year Designator
Model/Door Color
S = Stainless
Configuration
H = Induction
The letter designating
the year repeats every
12 years.
Example:
T - 1974
T - 1986
T - 1998
Serial Number
The first two numbers of the serial number
identify the month and year of manufacture.
Example: AS123456S = January, 2009
A- JAN 2009 - S
D - FEB 2008 - R
F - MAR 2007 - M
G - APR 2006 - L
H - MAY 2005 - H
L - JUN 2004 - G
M - JUL 2003 - F
R - AUG 2002 - D
S - SEP 2001 - A
T - OCT 2000 - Z
V - NOV 1999 - V
Z - DEC 1998 - T
30" Free Standing
Nomenclature
Mini-Manual

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Introduction to Induction Cooking
How Induction Cooking Works
Induction cooking uses high frequency (20-50 K hz)
magnetic energy to heat a ferrous metal pan when
it is placed over the induction coil. The induction
fields have no affect on nonmagnetic surfaces
such as paper, plastic, or nonferrous metals like
aluminum, or copper. Thermal sensors under the
glass surface communicate with microprocessor
controls for pan sensing and turn-down.
Part one: Coil produces electromagnetic energy
The first component needed is an induction coil or
element. The induction coil generates the magnetic
field needed for induction cooking.
Part two: Pan uses the energy to produce heat
The second component is the ferromagnetic cooking
pan with a bottom constructed of material that will
attract a magnet. If a magnet will not stick to the
bottom of the pan, it cannot be used for induction
cooking.
When the proper type of pan is placed over an
energized induction coil, a field of magnetic waves
will cause the bottom of the pan to heat.
Glass Cooktop Surface Induction Coil
Testing Bottom of Pan with Magnet
Water
Glass Cooktop Surface Induction Coil
Pan with Bottom of
Magnetic Material
Induction cooking is very efficient. The energy
created by the induction coil is applied to only the
bottom of the pan.
The contents of the pan are therefore heated more
quickly than they would be if heated by a gas flame
or a traditional radiant heating element.
By heating only the bottom of the pan, the
surrounding surface remains cooler than with
traditional cooktops.
Features:
Easy cleanability• ―Cooktop cleaning is easier
since spills and splatters do not burn on the
cooktop, which is about 500°F vs 1200°F for
radiant.
Control and responsiveness equal to gas• ―This
induction cooktop gives you instant control of
the amount of heat added to the cookware.
Fast and powerful• ―Provides incredibly fast boil
time. 3700 W, 8.5 min. to boil vs 12 to 14 min. for
radiant and 14 to 16 min. for gas (18k BTU).
Efficient performance• ―Induction technology
heats only the pan and its contents, not the
kitchen. Efficiency ratings are: Induction 83%,
Radiant 72%, and Gas 38%.
Induction Fields
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5-3/4” Min. Dia.
Pan Size
5-3/4” Min. Dia.
Pan Size
4-3/4” Min. Dia.
Pan Size
7” Min. Dia.
Pan Size
5 ¾" Min. Dia.
Pan Size
LR
5 ¾" Min. Dia.
Pan Size
LF
4 ¾" Min. Dia.
Pan Size
RR
7" Min. Dia.
Pan Size
RF
Using the correct size cookware
Each cooking element requires a MINIMUM
pan size. If the pan is properly centered, and
of the correct material, but is too small for
the cooking element, the element cannot be
activated. The power level setting displayed
will flash for approximately 30 seconds, then
will turn off.
Cookware larger than the element ring may
be used; however, induction heating will only
occur above the element.
For best results, the cookware must make
FULL contact with the glass surface.
Do not allow the bottom of the pan or
cookware to touch the surrounding metal
cooktop trim.
For best performance, match the pan size
to the element size. Using a smaller pot on a
larger burner will generate less power at any
given setting.
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For Best Results
■Do not place wet pans or lids on the
cooking surface or induction rings.
■Do not place wet fingers on the glass
cooktop. Wipe up spills on the controls
with dry hands.
■Do not use woks with support rings. This
type of wok will not heat on an induction
element.
■Use only a flat-bottomed wok, available
from many cookware manufacturers.
The bottom of the wok should match the
diameter of the induction ring to insure
proper contact.
■Some special cooking procedures
require specific cookware such as
pressure cookers, deep-fat fryers, etc.
Cookware with flat bottoms that match
the size of the surface element being
used will produce the best results.
Do not place wet pans
on the glass cooktop.
Do not use woks with support
rings on the glass cooktop.
Use flat-bottomed woks
on the glass cooktop.
Use quality cookware with heavier
bottoms for better heat distribution
and even cooking results. Choose
cookware made of magnetic stainless
steel, enamel coated cast iron,
enameled steel and combinations
of these materials.
Some cookware is specifically
identified by the manufacturer for use
with induction cooktops. Use a magnet
to test if the cookware will work.
Flat-bottomed pans give best results.
Pans with rims or slight ridges can be
used.
Round pans give best results. Pans
with warped or curved bottoms will
not heat evenly.
For wok cooking, use a flat-bottomed
wok. Do not use a wok with a support
ring.
Cookware “noise”
Slight sounds may be produced by
different types of cookware. Heavier
pans such as enameled cast iron
produce less noise than a lighter
weight multi-ply stainless steel pan.
The size of the pan, and the amount
of contents, can also contribute to
the sound level.
When using adjacent elements that are
set at certain power level settings,
magnetic fields may interact and
produce a low whistle or intermitted
"hum". These noises can be reduced or
eliminated by lowering or raising the
power level settings of one or both of
the elements. Pans that completely
cover the element ring will produce less
noise.
A low “humming” noise is normal
particularly on high settings.
Use a flat-bottomed wok.
Use a griddle.
Use flat-bottomed pans.
Suitable Cookware

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Control Features
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. See the control panel below that
matches your model.
Using the oven controls.
BROIL HI/LO Pad
Touch the BROIL HI/LO pad once for HI Broil.
To change to LO Broil, touch the BROIL HI/LO pad
again.
Touch the START pad.
When broiling is finished, touch the CLEAR/OFF pad.
BAKE Pad
Touch the BAKE pad.
Touch the number pads to set the desired oven
temperature.
Touch the START pad.
When baking is finished, touch the CLEAR/OFF pad.
CONVECTION COOK Pad
Touch the CONVECTION COOK pad.
Touch the number pads to set the desired oven
temperature.
Touch the START pad.
When cooking is finished, touch the CLEAR/OFF pad.
WARM Pad
Touch to keep cooked foods warm.
SLOW COOK Pad
Touch for long hours of unattended cooking.
PROBE Pad
Touch when using the probe to cook food.
SELF CLEAN Pad
Touch to self-clean the oven.
CLEAR/OFF Pad
Touch to cancel ALL oven operations except the
clock and timer.

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START Pad
Must be touched to start any cooking or cleaning
function.
OVEN LIGHT Pad
Touch to turn the oven lights on or off.
TIMER ON/OFF Pads
Touch to set the kitchen timer.
COOK TIME Pad
Touch this pad and then touch the number pads to
set the amount of time you want your food to cook.
The oven will shut off when the cooking time has
run out.
DELAY START Pad
Use along with the COOK TIME or SELF CLEAN pads
to set the oven to start and stop automatically at a
time you set.
CLOCK Pad
Note: When setting times, you are setting hours and
minutes only. The lowest time you can set is one
minute.
Touch the CLOCK pad.
Touch the number pads.
Touch the START pad.
The clock must be set to the correct time of day
for the automatic oven timing functions to work
properly. The time of day cannot be changed during
a timed baking or self-cleaning cycle.
If your oven was set for a timed oven operation
and a power outage occurred, the clock and all
programmed functions must be reset. The time of
day will flash in the display when there has been a
power outage.
CONTROL LOCKOUT Pad
Your control will allow you to lock out the touch
pads and the cooktop so they cannot be activated
when touched.
To lock the controls and cooktop:
Touch and hold the CONTROL LOCKOUT pad for 3
seconds.
The oven display will show “Loc On Loc” for a few
seconds, then will return to time of day.
"Loc On Loc" will briefly reappear when any pad
except CLEAR/OFF is touched.
To unlock the controls:
Touch and hold the CONTROL LOCKOUT pad for 3
seconds.
The oven display will show “Loc Off Loc.”
The CONTROL LOCKOUT mode affects all touch
pads.
No touch pads will work when this feature is
activated.
WARMING DRAWER
The warming drawer will keep hot, cooked foods at
serving temperature. Always start with hot food.
Touch the WARMING DRAWER ON/OFF pad.
The WARMING DRAWER ON/OFF pad is lit. SET
WARMING DRAWER appears on the display, and
the WARMING DRAWER SETTING pad begins to
blink. Touch the WARMING DRAWER SETTING pad
within 10 seconds to toggle between HI, Std, or LO
temperature selections.
To cancel, touch the WARMING DRAWER ON/OFF
pad.
Note: Touching the CLEAR/OFF pad does not turn
off the warming drawer.
WARMING ZONE
Touch to keep hot, cooked food warm. See the Using
the Warming Zone section.