GE JB690 Owner's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. GE Manuals
  4. Ranges
  5. JB690
  6. Owner's manual
GE JB690 Owner's Manual

GE JB690 Owner's Manual

Self-cleaning radiant ranges
Hide thumbs Also See for JB690:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Safety Instructions
. . . . . . . . . 2-6
Operating Instructions
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-22
Broiling, Broiling Guide . .13, 14
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Sabbath Feature . . . . . . . . .18, 19
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 24
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Timed Baking
and Roasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Warming Drawer . . . . . . . .21, 22
Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Control Knobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Glass Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 30
Lift-Off Oven Door . . . . . . . . . . 26
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Oven Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Removable Warming
Drawer Pan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Storage Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
. . . . 31-34
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . . . . . 35, 36
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ________________
Serial # ________________
You can find them on a label
behind the storage drawer on
the front of the range frame.
ge.com
Owner's Manual
JBP81
JB690
JB700
JB710
JB720
JB730
49-80464-1 04-08 JR

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for GE JB690

Summary of Contents for GE JB690

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # ________________ Serial # ________________ You can find them on a label behind the storage drawer on the front of the range frame. Owner’s Manual JBP81 JB690 JB700 JB710 JB720 JB730 49-80464-1 04-08 JR...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason, make sure the device 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 injury if you or a child stand, sit or lean on an open door.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    CAUTION: Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a range—children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured. Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance.

  • Page 4: Radiant Surface Units

    Teach children not to play with the controls or any other part of the range. Always keep dish towels, dishcloths, pot holders and other linens a safe distance from your range.
  • Page 5 Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop—they may melt if left too close to the vent. Do not lift the cooktop. Lifting the cooktop can lead to damage and improper operation of the range. ge.com ®...

  • Page 6: Oven

    READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands, face and/or eyes. Do not heat unopened food containers. Pressure could build up and the container could burst, causing an injury.

  • Page 7: Using The Surface Units

    Push down and turn the control knob to the desired setting. To use the smallest cooking area, turn the SELECTOR knob to 6 . Push and turn the control knob to the desired setting. This will activate only the smallest inside heating area. ge.com...
  • Page 8 Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very difficult to clean. Use only cookware recommended for top-of-range cooking. The temperature limiter may cycle the units off for a time if: The pan boils dry.

  • Page 9: Selecting Types Of Cookware

    DRAGGING Do not slide cookware across the cooktop because it can scratch the glass—the glass is scratch-resistant, not scratchproof.

  • Page 10: Using The Oven Controls

    Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it will go. 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. Self...
  • Page 11 BAKE/TEMP RECALL pad light will light up). To reset the clock, touch the CLOCK pad. Enter the correct time of day by touching the + or – pads. Touch the START/ON pad. ge.com...

  • Page 12: Using The Oven

    Using the oven. To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before you begin… The shelves have stop-locks, so that when placed correctly on the shelf supports (A through F), they will stop before coming completely out, and will not tilt.
  • Page 13 Leave the door open to the broil stop position. The door stays open by itself, yet the proper temperature is maintained in the oven. If your range is connected to 208 volts, rare steaks may be broiled by preheating the broiler and positioning the oven rack one position higher.
  • Page 14 Using the oven. Broiling Guide – 6 Pass Broil Element Preheat the broiler for 2 minutes for improved performance. The size, weight, thickness, starting temperature and your preference Food of doneness will affect broiling times. This guide Ground Beef is based on meats at Well Done refrigerator temperature.

  • Page 15: Using The Clock And Timer

    59. Times more than 59 minutes should be changed to hours and minutes. ge.com 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.

  • Page 16: Using The Timed Baking And Roasting Features

    Using the timed baking and roasting features. Do not lock the oven door with the latch during timed cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. NOTE: Foods that spoil easily—such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork—should not be allowed to sit for more than 1 hour before or after cooking.

  • Page 17: Special Features Of Your Oven Control

    Start Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO pads at the same time until the display shows SF. ge.com Touch the CLOCK pad. The display will show ON (12 hour shut-off). Touch the CLOCK pad repeatedly until the display shows OFF (no shut-off).

  • Page 18: Using The Sabbath Feature

    Using the Sabbath Feature. (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) The Sabbath feature can be used for baking/roasting only. It cannot be used for broiling, self-cleaning or Delay Start cooking. NOTE: On models with a light switch on the control panel, the oven light may be turned on and left on. How to Set Sabbath Feature for Regular Baking/Roasting NOTE: To understand how the oven control works, Bake...
  • Page 19 12 Hour Shut-Off feature. Touch the START/ON pad. NOTE: If a power outage occurred while the oven was in Sabbath, the oven will automatically turn off and stay off even when the power returns. The oven control must be reset. ge.com...
  • Page 20 Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself! You may 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.

  • Page 21: Using The Warming Drawer

    CAUTION: Plastic containers or plastic wrap will melt if in direct contact with the drawer, pan or a hot utensil. Melted plastic may not be removable and is not covered under your warranty. Remove serving spoons, etc., before placing containers in warming drawer. ge.com...

  • Page 22: Using The Warming Drawer

    Using the warming drawer. Temperature Selection Chart To keep several different foods hot, set the control to the food needing the highest setting. The temperature, type and amount of food, and the time held will affect the quality of the food. Repeated opening of the drawer allows the hot air to escape and the food to cool.

  • Page 23: Using The Self-Cleaning Oven

    Clean Time is displayed. Touch the START/ON pad. ge.com Soil on the front frame of the range and outside the gasket on the door will need to be cleaned by hand. Clean these areas with hot water, soap-filled scouring pads or cleansers such as Soft Scrub ®...
  • Page 24 Using the self-cleaning oven. How to Delay the Start of Cleaning Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day. Self Clean Start Time Start To Stop a Clean Cycle Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Wait until the oven has cooled below the locking temperature to unlatch the door.

  • Page 25: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure all controls are 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 reengaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury.

  • Page 26: Lift-Off Oven Door

    Care and cleaning of the range. Painted Surfaces Painted surfaces include the sides of the range and the door, top of control panel and the drawer front. Clean these with soap and water or a vinegar and water solution. Control Panel It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel...
  • Page 27 Removable Warming Drawer Pan NOTE: For models with an electric warming drawer, before performing any adjustments, cleaning or service, disconnect the range electrical power supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. Make sure the drawer heating element is cool.

  • Page 28: Light

    Rail Oven Light Replacement CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely. To remove the cover: Wire cover holder.

  • Page 29: Cleaning The Glass Cooktop

    Cooktop Cleaner on the entire burned residue area. Use the CERAMA BRYTE ® Cleaning Pad to remove any remaining residue. ge.com Shake the cleaning cream well. Apply a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE ® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner directly to the cooktop.
  • Page 30 Cleaning the glass cooktop. Metal Marks and Scratches Cooktop Seal To clean the cooktop seal around the edges of the glass, lay a wet cloth on it Glass surface—potential for permanent damage Damage from Sugary Spills and Melted Plastic Our testing shows that if you are cooking high sugar mixtures such as jelly or fudge and have a spillover,...

  • Page 31: Before You Call For Service

    • Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling. • See the Using the oven section. • See the Using the oven section. • See the Using the oven section. • See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself! section. ge.com...

  • Page 32: Storage Drawer

    Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes 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. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
  • Page 33 • Fully extend the drawer and push it all the way in. See the Care and cleaning of the range section. • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. • See the Warming drawer section.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Tips

    What To Do • Press the CLEAR/OFF pad. Put the oven back into operation. • Disconnect all power to the range for at least 30 seconds and then reconnect power. If the function error code repeats, call for service. • On self-cleaning models, if a function error code appears during the self-cleaning cycle, check the oven door latch.
  • Page 35 You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs. Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.

  • Page 36: Serial Number

    Check here if you do not want to receive communications from GEA’s carefully selected partners. FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS. For more information about GEA’s privacy and data usage policy, go to ge.com and click on “Privacy Policy” or call 800.626.2224. Read your Owner’s Manual carefully.
  • Page 37 Notes. ge.com...

  • Page 38: Accessories

    Accessories. Looking For Something More? You can find these accessories and many more at ge.com, or call 800.626.2002 (during normal business hours). Have your model number ready. Cleaner Tired of discolored shelves? Wishing you had extra-heavy-duty oven shelves? GE’s innovative, self-cleanable porcelain-coated oven shelves!
  • Page 39 This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where 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.

  • Page 40: Consumer Support

    Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. Contact Us If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for...

This manual is also suitable for:

Jb720Jb730Jb700Jbp81Jb710

Table of Contents