Warranty ....31 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 JBP80 164D4290P077-1 49-80119-1 01-02 JR...
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.
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.
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CAUTION: 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.
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 extending over nearby surface units. Always turn the surface units off before removing cookware.
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.
HOT surface indicator light to come on. A WARMING ZONE indicator light will glow when the unit is on. 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.
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Using the surface units. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Temperature Limiter Every radiant surface unit has a temperature limiter. The temperature limiter protects the glass cooktop from getting too hot. Home Canning Tips Be sure the canner is centered over the surface unit.
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The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops. About the radiant surface units… SURFACE The radiant cooktop features heating COOKING units beneath a smooth glass surface. NOTE: A slight odor is normal when a new cooktop is used for the first time.
Selecting types of cookware. Stainless Steel: recommended Aluminum: Check pans for flat bottoms by heavy weight recommended using a straight edge. Good conductivity. Aluminum residues sometimes appear as scratches on the cooktop, but can be removed if cleaned immediately. Because of its low melting point, thin weight aluminum should not be used.
Using the oven controls. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings BAKE Pad Press this pad to select the bake function. BROIL HI/LO Pad Press this pad to select the broil function. Display Shows the time of day and the time set for the timer.
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.
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Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle At the end of a timed cycle, 3 short beeps will sound followed by one beep every 6 seconds until the CLEAR/OFF pad is pressed. This continual 6-second beep may be canceled. To cancel the 6-second beep: Press the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds...
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 stops, so that when placed correctly on the supports, they will stop before coming completely out, and will not tilt.
How to Set the Oven for Broiling If your range is connected to 208 volts, rare steaks may be broiled by preheating the broiler and positioning the oven shelf one position higher. Leave the door open to the broil Use LO Broil to cook foods such as stop position.
Using the clock and timer. To Set the Clock The clock must be set to the correct time of day for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. The time of Make sure the clock is set to the day cannot be changed during a timed correct time of day.
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Using the timed baking and roasting features. NOTE: Do not latch the oven door 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.
Using the Sabbath Feature. The Sabbath feature can be used for baking/roasting only. It cannot be used for broiling, self-cleaning or Delay Start cooking. NOTE: The oven light comes on automatically when the door is opened and goes off when the door is closed. The bulb may be removed.
How to Exit the Sabbath Feature 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.
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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 steel wool pads or cleansers such as Soft Scrub well with clean water and dry.
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How to Delay the Start of Cleaning Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day. Latch the door. Touch the SELF CLEAN pad. Using the INCREASE or DECREASE pads, enter the desired clean time. Touch the START TIME pad. The earliest start time you can set will appear in the display.
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.
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 Clean up splatters with a damp cloth.
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.
® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner. Burned-On Residue WARNING: DAMAGE to your glass surface may occur if you use scrub pads other than the pad included with your range. Use a CERAMA BRYTE ® Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops or a Scotch-Brite ®...
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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...
Before You Call For Service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes Surface units will not Improper cookware maintain a rolling boil being used.
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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.
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What To Do • Reposition the drawer and power cord. See the Storage Drawer Removal instructions in the Care and cleaning of your range section. • Reposition the drawer. See the Storage Drawer Removal instructions in the Care and cleaning of your range section.
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You have a function or letter” flash error code. in the display If the function code repeats. • Disconnect all power to the range for at least 30 Display goes blank A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
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Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to original purchase replace the defective part.
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...