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Summary of Contents for JBC16GK

Page 1: ...s 13 Cookware Tips 10 11 Energy Saving Tips 5 Features 6 7 Installation Instructions 5 Leveling 5 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Oven 13 19 Baking Baking Guide 14 15 Broiling Broiling Guide 18 19 Continuous Cleaning 22 Door Removal 20 Light Bulb Replacement 13 21 Roasting Roasting Guide 16 17 Shelves 13 Thermostat Adjustment 21 Vent Duct 21 GEAnswerC nteP Problem Solver 24 80W5262000 Models JBC16GK JM...

Page 2: ...them on a label on the front of the range behind the oven door These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your range Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your range If you received a damaged range hnrnediately contact the dealer or bui...

Page 3: ...ACHITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using theappliance Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with hot heating elements and may cause severe bums Use only dry pot holders moist or damp potholders on hot suriiices may result in bums fium steam Do not let potholders touch hot heating elements Do not use a towel or other bulky clot...

Page 4: ...darnage range parts and wiring Don t use aluminum foil to line drip pans or anywhere in the oven except as described in this book Misuse could result in a shock fire hazard or damage to the range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic earthenware or other glazed containers are suitable for range top service others may break because of the sudden change in temperature See section on Surface Cook...

Page 5: ...resh vegetables with a minimum amount of water in a covered pan Watch foods when bringing them quickly to cooking temperatures at HIGH heat When food reaches cooking temperature reduce heat immediately to lowest setting that will keep it cooking Use residual heat with surface cooking whenever possible For example when cooking eggs in the shell bring water and eggs to boil then turn to OFF position...

Page 6: ...Fwtures of YourRange Model JBC16GK Model JBC26K AM Model JIW27GJ Model JSC27GJ ...

Page 7: ... 2 6 in May be removed when cleaning 2 8 in under unit 10 Chrome Plated Trim Rings 20 4 and Porcelain Drip Pans 11 Chrome Plated Trim Rings and 20 4 4 4 Aluminum Drip Pans 12 Oven Vent Duct Located under 21 right rear surface unit 13 Oven Interior Light Comes on 21 automatically when door is opened 14 Oven Light Switch 13 15 Broil Unit 18 16 Bake Unit Maybe lified gently 14 for wiping oven floor 1...

Page 8: ...sp control knob and push in 8 Step 2 Turn either clockwise or counterclockwise to desired heat setting Control must be pushed in to set only from OFF position Whe control is in any position other than OFF it maybe rotated without pushing in r Cooking Guide for Using Heats HI MED HI MED Lo N YIX Quick start for cooking bring water to boil Fast fry pan broil maintain fast boil on large amount of fd ...

Page 9: ...e units only In surface cooking the use of pots extending more than l inch beyond edge of surface unit s trim ring is not recommended However when canning with water bath or pressure canner larger diameter pots may be used This is because boiling water temperatures even under pressure are not harmfhl to cooktop surfaces surrounding the surface unit HOWEVER DO NCYI USE LARGE DIAMETER CANNERS OR HER...

Page 10: ...ver skillet LO Cook only 3 to 4 minutes for soft cooked 15minutes for hard cooked Fried sunny s dc up Covered Skillet Continue cooking at MED HI until whites are just set about 3 to 5 more minutes If you do not cover skillet baste eggs with fat to cook tops evenly Frwd over easy Uncovered Skillet HI Melt butter LO then add eggs When bottoms of eggs have just set carefully turn over to cook other s...

Page 11: ...e MED Hi Heat skillet 8 to 10minutes Grease lightly Cook 2 to 3 mmutcs per side Pasta Noodles or spaghetti Covered Large Kettle or Pot HI In covered kettle bring salted water to a boil uncover and add pasta slowly so boiling does not stop MED HI Cook uncovered until tender For large amounts HI may be needed to keep water at rolling boil throughout entire cooknw t me Use large enough kettle to prev...

Page 12: ... both DELAY START some models say START and STOP dials to automatically start and stop oven at a later time of day It takes the worry out of not being home to start or stop the oven Setting the dials for TIME BAKE is explained in detail on page 14 Model JBC16GK Clock and Minute Timer This model has a time of day clock and minute timer but does not have START and STOP dials needed for TIME BAKE fun...

Page 13: ...s Preheat the oven ordy when necessary Most foods will cook satisfactorily without preheating If you find preheating is necessary keep an eye on the indicator light and put food in the oven promptly after light goes out Oven Interior Shelves The shelves are designed with stop locks so that when placed correctly on the shelf supports they a will stop before coming completely from the oven and b wil...

Page 14: ...Step 1 To set start time push in knob on DELAY START dial and turn pointer to time you want oven to turn on for example 3 30 Immediate Start is simply setting oven to start baking now and turning off at a later time automatically Remember foods continue cooking after controls are off Step 2 To set Stop Time push in knob on STOP dial and turn pointer to time you want oven to turn off for example 6 ...

Page 15: ...30 For thtn rolls Shelf B may be used Cakes without shortening Angel food Aluminum Tube Pan A 325 3750 30 55 Two piece pan s convenient Jelly roll Metal Jelly Roll Pan B 375 4000 10 15 Lmc pan wnh wuxed paper Sponge Metal or Ceramic Pan A 325 3500 45 60 Cakes Bundt cakes Metal or Ceramic Pan A B 325 3500 45 65 Cupcakes Shiny Metal Muffin Pans B 350 3750 20 25 P pcr liners produce more moist Fruit ...

Page 16: ...should be removed when the desired internal temperature has been reached For Frozen Roasts Frozen roasts of beef pork lamb etc can be started without thawing but allow 10to 25 minutes per pound additional time 10 minutes per pound for roasts under 5 pounds more time for larger roasts Thaw most frozen poultry before roasting to ensure even doneness Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked succe...

Page 17: ...uide for refrigerated roasts 10 minutes per pound for roasts under 5 pounds Defrost poultry before roasting Oven Approximate Roasting Time Internal mm Temperature Doneness in Minutes per Pound Temperature F Meat 3 to 5 lbs 6 to Wbs Tender cuts rib high quality sirloin tip 325 Rare 24 30 18 22 130 140 rump or top round Medium 30 35 5 150 1600 Well Done 35 45 28 33 170 1850 Lamb Leg or bone in shoul...

Page 18: ...pings cool during broiling Stopping fat and meat juices from draining to the broiler pan prevents rack from serving its purpose and juices may become hot enough to catch fire 2 DO N place a sheet of aluminum foil on shelf To do so may result in improperly cooked foods damage to oven finish and increase in heat on outside surfaces of the oven Questions Answers Q Why should I leave the door closed w...

Page 19: ... layer thin slices Ground Beef l lb 4 patties Space evenly Well Done to in thick c 7 4 5 Up to 8 patties take about same time Beef Steaks Rare l inch thick c 7 7 Steaks less than 1inch cook through Medium 1to 1 lbs c 9 9 before browning Pan frying is WellDone c 13 13 recommended Rare 1 in thick c 10 7 8 Slash fat Medium 2 to 2 lbs c 15 14 16 WellDone c 25 20 25 Chicken 1whole A 35 10 15 Reducetime...

Page 20: ...s and drip pans under the units and clean them according to directions in the Cleaning Guide on pages 22 and 23 Wipe around the edges of the surface unit openings Clean the area below the units Rinse all washed areas with a damp cloth or sponge Tilt Lock stand up Units on models so equipped INt lmck uNts cannot be removed You can lift a tilt lock unit upward about 6 and it will lock in the up posi...

Page 21: ...se or Lower Pointer is designed not to move easily If it is seated so it is difficult to move pointer maybe loosened slightly Insert a thin screwdriver knife blade or similar instrument and lift up end of pointer slightly 2 After adjustment is made press pointer firmly against knob Return bob to range matching flat area on knob and shafl Recheck oven performance before making an additional adjustm...

Page 22: ...s and boilovers from aluminum foil oven bottom liner before removing liner from oven This is to prevent excess liquids from spilling onto the porous finish Then remove aluminum foil bottom liner and clean manually Before cleaning or removing the aluminum foil lin r lift bake unit out of the way 5 Clean oven window Use mild non scratching cleanser and damp cloth Avoid spilling water or cleaner on p...

Page 23: ... Oven DOOP Soap and Water Oven interior and inside of Doofi Stiff Bristle Nyion Brush Cool before cleaning See special cleaning instmctions on page 22 Removable Ahuninurn Foil Oven Bottom Liner Damp Cloth Only a damp cloth maybe used to clean aluminum foil oven bottom liner Aluminum foil oven bottom liner may be replaced with heavy weight aiuminum foil cut to the size of the original liner Be sure...

Page 24: ...mended Improper shelf position being used Check Broiling Guide Necessary preheating was not done Food is being cooked on hot pan Utensils are not suited for broiling Aluminum foil used on the broil pan rack has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended OVEN SET knob not set on BAKE OVEN TEMP knob not set correctly Shelf position is incorrect Check Roasting or Baking Guides Oven shelf is not...

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Page 27: ...rther help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 ...

Page 28: ... house fuses or teach you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose about operating the product please contact your dealer or our or used commercially Consumer Affairs office at the Damage to product caused address below or call toll free by accident fi...

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