GE RB758 Owner's Manual

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Operating Instructions

Adjust the Oven
Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 16
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-14
Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Sabbath Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 20
Selecting Types of Cookware . . . . . . . .9
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 25
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Surface Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
Timed Baking and Roasting . . . . . . . .17
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Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # __________________
Serial # __________________
You can find them on a label,
behind the storage drawer or
warming drawer on the oven frame.
Owner's Manual
Coil Top and
Radiant Top Models
Standard
Clean Models
JBS03
JBS07
JBS15
JBS27
JBS56
RB525
RB526
RB536
RB540
183D6379P057
49-88042 01-09 JR
Self-Clean
Models
JB600
JBP15
JBP22
JBP27
JBP60
JBP61
RB740
RB757
RB758
RB787
RB790
RB800

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Owner’s Manual Coil Top and Radiant Top Models Standard Self-Clean Clean Models Models JBS03 JB600 JBS07 JBP15 JBS15 JBP22 JBS27 JBP27 JBS56 JBP60 RB525 JBP61 RB526 RB740 RB536 RB757 RB540 RB758 RB787 RB790 RB800 183D6379P057 49-88042 01-09 JR...
  • 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 cost (in Canada,...
  • Page 3: Geappliances.com

    Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion. Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop, at the...
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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 5 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.
  • Page 6 Do not use aluminum foil to 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.
  • Page 7: Using The Surface Units

    Using the surface units. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. How to Set Push the knob in and turn in either direction to the setting you want. At both Off and Hi the control clicks into position.
  • Page 8: Temperature Limiter

    Using the radiant surface units. About the radiant surface units… SURFACE The radiant cooktop features heating units COOKING beneath a smooth glass surface. NOTE: A slight odor is normal when a new cooktop is used for the first time. It is caused by the heating of new parts and insulating materials and will disappear in a short time.
  • Page 9: Wok Cooking

    Selecting types of cookware. The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops. Stainless Steel: recommended Aluminum: heavy weight recommended Good conductivity. Aluminum residues sometimes appear as scratches on the cooktop, but can be removed if cleaned Check pans for flat bottoms by using immediately.
  • Page 10: 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 or TIMER ON/OFF pad Touch this pad to select the timer feature.
  • Page 11 Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings AUTOMATIC OVEN Light (on some models) This lights anytime the oven has been programmed using the COOKING TIME or START TIME functions. OVEN LIGHT ON/OFF or Touch this pad to turn the oven light on or off. –...
  • Page 12: Using The Oven

    Using the oven. Clock and Kitchen Timer Appearance may vary. (On some models— appearance will vary) Before you begin… To avoid possible burns, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on. The racks have stop-locks, so that when placed correctly on the rack supports (A through E), they will stop before coming completely out, and will not tilt.
  • Page 13 This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking. How to Set the Oven for Broiling On models without an oven temperature knob: 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: Broiling Guide

    Using the oven. Broiling Guide The size, weight, thickness, starting temperature Food and your preference of Ground Beef doneness will affect broiling times. This guide is based on meats at refrigerator Beef Steaks temperature. Rare† Medium Well Done † The U.S. Department of Agriculture says Rare†...
  • Page 15: 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 16: Power Outage

    Using the clock and timer. Not all features are on all models. To Reset the Timer If the display is still showing the time remaining, you may change it by touching the KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF or TIMER ON/OFF pad, then touch the + or – pads until the time you want appears in the display.
  • Page 17: 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 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

    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: The oven light comes on automatically (on some models) when the door is opened and goes off when the door is closed.
  • Page 20 Using the Sabbath Feature. (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) How to Exit the Sabbath Feature Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. If the oven is cooking, wait for a random delay period of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute, until only is in the display.
  • Page 21: Adjust The Oven Thermostat—Easy To Do Yourself

    NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the broiling or the self-cleaning temperatures (on some models). The adjustment will be retained in memory after a power failure. To Adjust the Thermostat with this Type of Knob Pull the OVEN TEMP knob off the range To increase the oven temperature, Front of OVEN TEMP knob...
  • Page 22: Using The Warming Drawer

    Using the warming drawer. Control Knob Warming Drawer Push and turn the control knob to any desired setting. NOTE: The warming drawer should not be used during a self-clean cycle. LO ....... . .Pies MED .
  • Page 23 Rack (on some models) For use in the warming drawer only. Do not use in the oven. Preheat with the rack in place. Using the rack allows for double stacking of items. Temperature Selection Chart To keep several different foods hot, set the control to the food needing the highest setting. Place the items needing the highest setting on the bottom of the drawer and items needing less heat on the rack.
  • Page 24: Using The Self-Cleaning Oven

    A combination of any of these products plus the high clean cycle temperatures may damage the porcelain finish of the oven. 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...
  • Page 25 The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly. How to Delay the Start of Cleaning You can set the oven control to delay-start the oven, clean for a specific length of time and then turn off automatically.
  • Page 26: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. WARNING: removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly when the range...
  • Page 27 Oven Light Replacement CAUTION: your oven light bulb, turn the oven light off and disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Wire cover holder Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely.
  • Page 28 Care and cleaning of the range. Storage Drawer Removal To remove the storage drawer: Pull the drawer out all the way. Tilt up the front and remove it. Clean under the range. Control Panel and Knobs It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use of the oven.
  • Page 29 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 warming drawer heating element is cool.
  • Page 30 NOTE: Do not lift the cooktop on radiant top models. Lifting the cooktop can lead to damage and improper operation of the range. (on some models) To replace a surface unit: Replace the drip pan into the recess in the cooktop.
  • Page 31 Painted Surfaces (on some models) Painted surfaces include the sides of the range and the sides of the door trim. To clean the painted surfaces, use a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable for these surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove soap.
  • Page 32: Cleaning The Glass Cooktop

    Cleaning the glass cooktop. Normal Daily Use Cleaning ONLY use CERAMA BRYTE Cleaner on the glass cooktop. Other creams may not be as effective. To maintain and protect the surface of your glass cooktop, follow these steps: Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it with CERAMA BRYTE Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner.
  • Page 33 Metal Marks and Scratches Be careful not to slide pots and pans across your cooktop. It will leave metal markings on the cooktop surface. These marks are removable using the CERAMA BRYTE Cleaner with the CERAMA BRYTE Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops. Cooktop Seal To clean the cooktop seal around the edges of the glass, lay a wet cloth on it...
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Tips

    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 Radiant Cooktops Surface units will not Improper cookware maintain a rolling boil being used.
  • Page 35 Light bulb is loose or defective. Switch operating light is broken. • Call for service. Oven will not work Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
  • Page 36 • This is normal. • 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.
  • Page 37 Using the self-cleaning oven section. • Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and move the latch to the left as far as it will go. Reset the range controls to the desired settings. See the Using the self-cleaning oven section.
  • Page 38: Accessories

    800.626.2002 (during normal business hours). Have your model number ready. Surface Elements & Drip Pans Oven Elements Cleaner Tired of discolored racks? Wishing you had extra-heavy-duty oven racks? GE’s innovative, self-cleanable porcelain-coated oven racks! Visit GEAppliances.com for more information. Oven Racks Light Bulbs Cleaning Pads NOW AVAILABLE for your range: •...
  • 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: Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for...

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