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GE JGBS19 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Care and Cleaning Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # ______________________ Serial # ______________________ ge.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Accessories Consumer Support 183D5580P228 49-85146 05-08 JR Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions Standard-Clean Models: JGBS04 JGBS19 JGBS07 JGBS23 JGBS18 JGSS05...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    For free-standing or slide-in ranges, never completely remove the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the anti-tip device properly. If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at no...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Notice

    Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off if necessary. ■...
  • Page 4 Never install it directly over interior kitchen carpeting. ■ Do not leave children alone or unattended where a range is hot or in operation. They could be seriously burned. ■ Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the oven door, broiler drawer or cooktop.
  • Page 5 INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness. OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the door of a hot oven. The hot air and steam that escape can cause burns to hands, face and eyes. ■...

  • Page 6: Surface Burners

    To avoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly. This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food, since heavy spattering or spillovers left on range can ignite. Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool.
  • Page 7 ■ If you smell gas, and you have already made sure pilots are lit (on standing pilot models), turn off the gas to the range and call a qualified service technician. Never use an open flame to locate a leak.

  • Page 8: Using The Gas Surface Burners

    (right front) burners are the primary burners for most cooking. These general-purpose burners can be turned down from HI to LO to suit a wide range of cooking needs. NOTE: On some models, the burners are all...

  • Page 9: How To Select Flame Size

    In Case of Power Failure In case of a power failure, you can light the gas surface burners on your range with a match. Hold a lit match to the burner, then push in and turn the control knob to the LITE position.

  • Page 10: Using The Oven Controls

    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. (on some models) Kitchen Timer On/Off Pad Touch this pad to select the timer feature.
  • Page 11 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. Indicator Lights (on some pads) Edit mode lasts several seconds after the last pad press. ge.com...

  • Page 12: Using The Oven

    Oven Vent Your oven is vented through ducts at the rear of the range. Do not block these ducts when cooking in the oven—it is important that the flow of hot air from the oven and fresh air to the oven burner be uninterrupted.

  • Page 13: Preheating And Pan Placement

    These droplets are harmless and will evaporate as the oven continues to heat up. ge.com Type of Food Shelf Position Frozen pies (on cookie sheet) B or C...
  • Page 14 Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled. Follow these directions to keep spattering and smoking to a minimum. Your range has a compartment below the oven for broiling. Both the oven and broiler compartment doors must be CLOSED during broiling.

  • Page 15: Broiling Guide

    2 (1″ thick) about 1 lb. 2 (1″ thick) about 10 to 12 oz. 2 (1 ⁄ ″ thick) about 1 lb. 1 lb. pkg. (10) ge.com ⁄ times per side. Second Side Comments Arrange in single layer. 7–10 Space evenly. Up to 8 patties take about the same time.

  • Page 16: Using The Clock And Timer

    To Turn Off the Clock Display If you have several clocks in your kitchen, you may wish to turn off the time of day clock display on your range. Touch the Clock pad once to turn off the time of day display. Although you will not be able to see it, the clock maintains the correct time of day.

  • Page 17: The Type Of Margarine Will Affect Baking Performance

    Touch the – pad to decrease the temperature in 1 degree increments. To Adjust the Thermostat Pull the OVEN CONTROL knob off the range and look at the back side. To make an adjustment, loosen (approximately one turn), but do not completely remove, the two screws (Appearance may vary) on the back of the knob.

  • Page 18: Special Features Of Your Oven Control

    Special features of your oven control. Your new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use. The following are the features and how you may activate them. The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day. They remain in the control’s memory until the steps are repeated.

  • Page 19: Using The Sabbath Feature

    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: Care And Cleaning Of The Range

    Care and cleaning of the range. 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 injury.

  • Page 21: Sealed Burner Assemblies

    After cleaning, dry them thoroughly by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes. Don’t put the grates back on the range while they are wet. When replacing the grates, be sure they are positioned securely over the burners.

  • Page 22: Burner Caps And Heads

    Care and cleaning of the range. Burner Caps and Heads NOTE: Before removing the burner caps and heads, remember their size and location. Replace them in the same location after cleaning. Burner caps Lift off when cool. Wash burner caps in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water.

  • Page 23: Cooktop Surface

    Lifting the cooktop can lead to while you clean underneath it. damage and improper operation of the range. To raise the cooktop: Be sure the burners are turned off. Remove the grates and drip pans (if so equipped).

  • Page 24: Lift-Off Oven Door

    Care and cleaning of the range. Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable, but it is heavy. You may need help removing and replacing the door. To remove the door, open it a few inches to the special stop position that will hold the door open.

  • Page 25: Removable Broiler Drawer

    This can damage the gas valve shaft. (on some models) To replace: Hold the broiler drawer in the raised position as you slide it partway into the range. Then lower the drawer and push it completely closed. Air openings are located at the rear of...

  • Page 26: Oven Shelves

    Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Shelves Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or scouring pad. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth. Porcelain Oven Interior With proper care, the porcelain enamel interior will retain its attractive finish for many years.

  • Page 27: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: ge.com IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS • This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. • When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall be the T-handle type.

  • Page 28: For Your Safety

    (3/4″ or 1/2″ NPT x 1/2″ I.D.). • Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator on range (1/2″ NPT x 1/2″ I.D.) • Liquid leak detector or soapy water. • Lag bolt or 1/2″ O.D. sleeve anchor (for concrete floors only).

  • Page 29: Installation Safety Instructions

    • If cabinets are placed above the range, allow a minimum clearance of 30″ between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets.
  • Page 30 Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be adjusted to meet specific requirements.

  • Page 31: Model And Serial Number Location

    To check if the bracket is installed and engaged properly, carefully tip the range forward. The bracket should stop the range within 4 inches. If it does not, the bracket must be reinstalled. If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason, always repeat this procedure to verify the range is properly secured by the anti-tip bracket.

  • Page 32: Provide Adequate Gas Supply

    Install a manual gas line shut-off valve in the gas line in an easily accessed location outside of the range. Make sure everyone operating the range knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the range. Install male 1/2″ flare union adapter to the 1/2″...
  • Page 33 GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS (for models with Sealed Burners) This area allows for flush range installation with through-the-wall connection of pipe stub/shut-off valve and rear wall 120V outlet. Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup.
  • Page 34 FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Pressure regulator Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve. RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Gas Flow into Range 45° Elbow Nipple Union Pressure regulator Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve.
  • Page 35 Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve. Installation Instructions Pressure regulator Adapter Gas Flow into Range Flex connector (6 feet maximum) Adapter 1/2″ or 3/4″ Gas pipe Gas Flow into Range Nipple Union 1/2″ or 3/4″...

  • Page 36: Electrical Connections

    The National Electrical Code requires the use of GFCI’s in kitchen receptacles installed to serve countertop surfaces. Performance of the range will not be affected if operated on a GFCI-protected circuit but occasional nuisance tripping of the GFCI breaker is possible.

  • Page 37: Seal The Openings

    • Pinch sides of connector and pull out of range back. SEAL THE OPENINGS Seal any openings in the wall behind the range and in the floor under the range when hookups are completed. LIGHT THE PILOTS (For models equipped with standing pilots.
  • Page 38 No adjustments are required for natural gas. If the range is connected to LP gas, contact the person who installed your range or made the conversion. If pilot flame does not stay lit, repeat this step.
  • Page 39 With the oven bottom removed, properly adjusted flames should have approximately 1″ blue cones and, if range is supplied with natural gas, should burn with no yellow tipping. (With most LP gas, small yellow tips at the end of outer cones are normal.) Flames should not lift off burner ports.
  • Page 40 Check Ignition of Surface Burners Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after pilots have been lighted (on some models) and the range and gas supply lines have been carefully checked for leaks. Standing Pilot Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to HI position.

  • Page 41: Level The Range

    Remove the broiler drawer or kick panel. See the Care and cleaning of the range section. The front leveling legs can be adjusted from the bottom and the rear legs can be adjusted from the top or the bottom.

  • Page 42: Convert To Lp Gas

    The bracket should stop the range within 4 inches. If it does not, the bracket must be reinstalled. WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE COMPLETED Make sure all controls are left in the OFF position.

  • Page 43: Before You Call For Service

    • To check the oven gas shut-off valve on sealed burner models, remove the broiler drawer or kick panel (see the Care and cleaning of the range section) and look for the gas shut-off lever at the back of the range. Lever is shown closed.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting Tips

    • See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself! section. • See the Using the clock and timer section. • See the Care and cleaning of the range section. • See the Installation of the range section. • See the Using the oven section.
  • Page 45 What To Do • This is normal. • This is normal. • Reset the clock. • This is temporary. • Adjust oven burner air shutter. • This is normal. The cooling fan will turn off and on. ge.com...
  • Page 46 Notes.
  • Page 47 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 48 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 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 49 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. Drip Pans Oven Shelves Tired of discolored shelves? Wishing you had extra-heavy-duty oven shelves? GE’s innovative, self-cleanable porcelain-coated oven shelves!
  • Page 50 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 51 For The Period Of: Mabe Will Replace: One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the limited one-year warranty, Mabe will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service original purchase to replace the defective part.

  • Page 52: Consumer Support

    Mabe number. 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, GE Appliances, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225.

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