Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number): Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville. KY 40225 — IF YOU NEED SERVICE... To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in back of this book.
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Don’t attempt to repair or replace any part of “ your range unless it is specifically recommended in this book. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
Be sure drip pans and vent are not wmxed and are in place. Their absence during cooking could damage range parts and wiring. ‘“. - Don’t use aluminum foil to line ddp pans Or anywhere in the oven except as described in bo&...
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FEATu~s OF YOUR RANGE JMP28GR JMP29GR JMP31wR JMP32AR...
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Feature Index 1 Bake Unit (may be lifted gently for wiping oven floor) 2 Model and Serial Numbers Location 3 Broil Unit 4 Oven Vent 5 Surface Unit Controls 6 Surface Unit “ON” Indicator Light 7 Lift-Up Cooktop (support rods hold it up to simplify cleaning underneath) 8 Calrod@ Plug-In Surface Units 9 Broiler Pan and Rack 10 DriIJ Pans...
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If “F-” and a number flash on display and the control beeps, this indicates function error code. Put the oven back into operation. Press the CLEAR/OFF pad. Allow oven to cool for one hour. If function error code repeats, disconnect power to the range and call for service.
Clock The clock must be set for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. The time of day a TIME cannot be changed during BAKE or CLEAN cycle. Timer The timer is an alarm or minute timer only. The timer does not control oven operations.
At both OFF and HI the control “clicks” into position. You may hear slight “clicking” sounds during cooking, indicating the control is keeping the unit at the heat level or power level you set. How to Set the Controls Push the knob in and turn in either direction to the heat setting you want. Be sure you turn control to OFF when you finish cooking.
Observe the Following Points in Canning 1. Be sure the canner fits over the center of the surface unit. If your range or its location does not allow the canner to be centered on the surface unit, use smaller-diameter pots for good canning results.
USING YOUR OVEN 3. Read over information and tips that follow. 4. Keep this book handy so you can refer to it, especially during the first weeks of using your new range. Shelf Positions The oven has four shelf supports...
Your oven temperature is controlled very accurately using an oven control system. We recommend that you operate the range for a number of weeks using the time given on recipes as a guide to become familiar with your new oven’s performance. If you think an adjustment is necessary, see the Adjusting Oven Temperature section.
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NOTE: The low temperature zone of this range (between 150”F. and 200”F.) is available to keep hot cooked foods warm. Food kept in the oven longer than two hours at these low temperatures may spoil.
For best baking results, follow these suggestions: Oven Shelves Arrange the oven shelf or shelves in the desired locations while the oven is cool. The correct shelf position depends on the kind of food and the browning desired. As a general rule, place-most foods in the middle of the oven, on either ~he second or third shelf from the bottom.
Baking Guides Follow the recipe or the directions on the back of the box to get the best baking results. Cookies When baking cookies, flat cookie sheets (without sides) produce better-looking cookies. Cookies baked in a jelly roll pan (short sides all around) may have darker edges and pale or light browning may occur.
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Roasting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat or poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven. Roasting temperatures, which should be low and steady, keep spattering to a minimum. Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats. Therefore, oven controls are set for BAKE or Timed Bake.
Questions and Answers Q. Is it necessary to check for doneness with a meat thermometer? A. Checking the finished internal temperature at the completion of cooking time is recommended. Temperatures are shown in Roasting Guide. For roasts over 8 Ibs., check with thermometer at half- hour intervals after half the time has passed.
Step 3: Position shelf on recommended shelf position as suggested in Broiling Guide. Most broiling is done on C position, but if your range is connected to 208 Volts, you may wish to use a higher position. Step 4: Leave door open to broil stop position. The door stays open by itself, yet the proper temperature, is maintained.
1% times per side. 8. If your range is connected to 208 volts, rare steaks may be broiled by preheating broil heater and positioning the oven shelf one position higher.
Before a Clean Cycle Quick Reminder: 1. Prepare the oven for cleaning. 2. Close the oven door. 3. Press the CLEAN pad. 4. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad to set clean time. Step 1: Remove the broiler pan, broiler rack, all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven—they cannot withstand the high cleaning temperatures.
OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN After a Clean Cycle When the clean cycle is finished, the word “CLEAN” will go out in the display and the oven will begin to cool. When the oven temperature has fallen below the locking temperature, the word “LOCK” goes out and the door can be opened.
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Questions and Answers Q. If my oven clock is not set to the correct time of day, can I still self-clean my oven? A. If the clock is not set to the correct time of day, you will not be able to set a delay clean to end at a specific time.
CARE AND CLEANING Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for your range to assure safe and proper maintenance. To clean the%t of the kick panel, wash with soap and water.
Q. Can I cover the drip pans with foil? A. No, because using foil so close to the receptacle could cause shock, fire or damage to the range. Drip Pans Remove the surface units. Then lift out the drip pans.
CARE AND CLEANING Oven Shelves Shelves can be cleaned by hand using soap and water or with an abrasive cleanser. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water and dry. To remove heavy, burned-on soil, you may use scouring pads. After scrubbing, wash with soapy water, rinse and dry.
Oven Lamp Replacement CAUTION: Before replacing your oven lamp bulb, disconnect the electric power for your range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. Be sure to let the lamp cover and bulb cool completely before removing or replacing them. When in use, light bulbs can become warm enough to break if touched with a moist cloth or towel.
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NIJl$f13ER Press the CLEARKXF pad. Allow oven to cool for one hour. If the failure code FLASH ON DISPLAY repeats, disconnect all power to the range. Call for service. —— QUESTIONS? house has hem tripped, or a fuse has been blown.
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OVEN NOT CLEAN AFTER CLEAN CYCLE *Heavy spillcwers should be cleaned up before startiag clean cycle. If you need more help...ca1l, toll free: GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000 consumer information service Aluminum foil being used improperly in oven. Incorrect cookware being used. C!heck 13aking Guide for cookware tips.
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To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General. If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 7-92 GG .—...