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Summary of Contents for JBC16GP

Page 1: ... Energy Saving Tips 5 Safety Instructions 3 4 Features 6 7 Surfhce Cooking 8 11 Flooring under the Range 5 Control Settinfm 8 Installation Instructions 25 27 Cookware Tips 10 11 Leveling 5 Warrantv Back Cover Model and Serial Numbers 2 Oven 13 20 Baking 14 Baking Guide 15 Broiling 18 Broiling Guide 19 Continuous Cleaning 23 GEAnswer Centera Control Settings 13 800 626 2000 Standard Clean models JB...

Page 2: ...ney Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this book It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself If you need service 2 To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follo...

Page 3: ...the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury CAUTION ITEMS OF INTEREST TO 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 SERIOUSLYINJURED Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with hot heating ele...

Page 4: ...hip of cookware to burner will also improve efficiency Never leave surface uni unattended at high heat settings Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire s Be sure drip pans and vent ducts are not covered and are in place Their absence during cooking could damage range parts and wiring QDon t use aluminum foil to line drip pans or anywhere in the oven except as described...

Page 5: ...ttoms which completely cover the heated portion of the surface unit Cook fresh 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 c Use residual heat with surface cooking whenever possible For example when cook...

Page 6: ...Features of Your Range JBS26P JBS26GP JBC26P IV T Broiler Pan not included on all models Note not all doors have windows JBS02P JBS03P JBS03GP JBS16P JBS16GP JBC16GP 6 ...

Page 7: ... Trim Rings Drip Pans I 21 9 Anti Tip Device 3 25 27 See Installation Instructions 10 Oven Vent Duct 20 Located under right rear surface unit 11 Oven Interior Light Comes on automatically when door is opened on models so equipped 13 12 Oven Light Switch on models with oven window I 13 13 Broil Unit I 18 14 Bake Unit 14 May be lifted gently for wiping oven floor 15 Oven Shelf number may vary I 13 1...

Page 8: ... counterclockwise to desired heat setting Control must be pushed in to set only from OFF position When control is in any position other than OFF it maybe rotated without pushing in Be sure you turn control to OFF when you finish cooking An indicator light will glow when ANY heat on any surface unit is on Cooking Guide for Using Heat Settings HI Quick start for cooking brings water to a boil MEDIUM...

Page 9: ...surface units only Pots that extend beyond one inch of cooking element s trim ring are not recommended for most surface cooking 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 harmful to cooktop surfaces surrounding the surface units HOWEVER DO NOT USE LARGE DIAMETER CANNERS OR OTHER LAR...

Page 10: ...overed Skillet Covered Saucepan Uncovered Skillet HI Cover eggs with cool water Cover pan cook until steaming LO Cook only 3 to 4 minutes for soft cooked 15 minutes for hard cooked Continue cooking at MED HI until whites are just set about 3 to 5 more minutes LO then add eggs When bottoms of eggs have just set carefully turn over to cook other side LO Carefully add eggs Cook uncovered about 5 minu...

Page 11: ... 8 to 10 minutes Grease lightly Skillet or Griddle Cook 2 to 3 minutes 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 cooking time Use large enough kettle to pre...

Page 12: ...T and STOP TIME 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 in the Baking section of this book Clock and Minute Timer on models so equipped These models have a time of day clock and minute timer but do not have DELAY START and STOP TIME dials needed for TI...

Page 13: ...he oven only when necessary Most foods will cook satisfactorily without preheating If you fmd 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 will not tilt w...

Page 14: ...at a later time automatically Remember foods continue cooking after controls are off Step 1 To set Stop Time push in knob on STOP TIME dial and turn pointer to time you want oven to turn off for example 6 00 The DELAY START dial should beat the same position as the time of day on clock Step 2 Turn OVEN SET knob to TIME BAKE Turn OVEN TEMP knob to oven temperature for example 250 F The oven will st...

Page 15: ...Shiny Oblong or Muffin Pans 375 4250 350 375 Cakes without shortening Angel food Jelly roll Sponge Two piece pan is convenient Line pan with waxed paper Aluminum Tube Pan Metal Jelly Roll Pan Metal or Ceramic Pan 325 375 375 4000 325 350 30 55 10 15 45 60 Cakes Bundt cakes Cupcakes Fruitcakes Metal or Ceramic Pan Shiny Metal Muffin Pans Metal or Glass Loaf or Tube Pan A B B A B B B B 325 3500 350 ...

Page 16: ...and therefore should be removed when the desired internal temperature has been reached Frozen Roasts cFrozen roasts of beef pork lamb etc can be started without thawing but allow 10 to 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 ...

Page 17: ...d more for roasts is 10 to 20 minutes This time than given in guide for allows roasts to firm up and makes refrigerated roasts 10 minutes per them easier to carve Internal pound for roasts under 5 pounds Defrost poultry before roasting temperature will rise about 5 to 10 F to compensate for temperature increase if desired remove the roast from oven sooner at 5 to 10 F less than temperature in this...

Page 18: ...he rack Without the slits the foil will prevent fat and meat juices from draining to the broiler pan The juices could become hot enough to catch on fire If you do not cut the slits you are frying not broiling Questions Answers _ Q Why should I leave the door J closed when broiling chicken A Chicken is the only food recommended for closed door broiling This is because chicken is relatively thicker ...

Page 19: ...f 1 lb 4 patties Well Done to in thick c 7 Space evenly Up to 8 patties take tibout same time 4 5 Beef Steaks Rare Medium Well Done Rare Medium Well Done Steaks less than 1 inch thick cook through before browning Pan frying is recommended Slash fi t 1 in thick 1 to Ifi lbs c c c c c c 7 9 13 10 15 25 7 9 13 7 8 14 16 20 25 1X in thick 2 to 2 4 Ibso Reduce time about 5 to 10 minutes pcr side for cu...

Page 20: ...ct with aluminum foil or any other material This prevents the oven vent from working properly during any cooking cycle Lamp Replacement on models so equipped CAUTION Before replacing your oven lamp bulb disconnect the electric power for your range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel Be sure to let the lamp cover and bulb cool completely before removing or replacing them When in use light bul...

Page 21: ...Re Insert the terminals of the plug in unit through the opening in the drip pan and into the receptacle c Guide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly Note The drip pan must be under the trim ring CAUTION Do not attempt to clean plug in surface units in an automatic dishwasher QDo not immerse plug in surface units in liquids of any kind Do not bend the plug in surface unit plug terminals D...

Page 22: ...s reheated FOR HEAVY SOIL Choose a non abrasive cleaner and follow label instructions using thin layer of cleaner Use of rubber gloves is recommended Wipe or rub lightly on stubborn spots Rinse well Wipe off any oven cleaner that gets on thermostat bulb When rinsing oven after cleaning also wipe thermostat bulb Only a damp cloth may be used to clean aluminum foil oven bottom liner Aluminum foil ov...

Page 23: ...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 liner 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 por...

Page 24: ...recommended 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 at BAKE OVEN TEMP knob not set at BAKE Shelf position is incorrect Check Roasting or Baking Guides Oven shelf is ...

Page 25: ... plate Wfig must conformto NationalElectricCodes Ifthe electric service provideddoes not meet the abovespecifications itis recommended that a licensed electricianinstallan approvedoutlet Because range terminals are not accessibletier range is in position flexibleservice conduitor cord must be used STEP 1 PREMRE THE OPENING 172 spacing is recommended from the range to adjacent vertical walls above ...

Page 26: ...flexible cord strain relief which must be securely attached to the cord set WIRING COVER J P SHOWN REMOVED l CTOR STRAIN RELIEF BRACKETS PROVIDED WITH RANGE CORD SET NOT PART OF RANGE dfs i a 2 vl STEP 4 I HIRE SYSTEM 4 Power Cord Installation Insert screws through power cord terminals so that the screws pass through connector block terminals and engage nuts Tighten screws securely SCREW POWER COR...

Page 27: ...plete the installation Read the IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS and the instructions that fityour situation before beginning installation WARNING 1 Rangemust be secured by ANTI TIPbracket supplied 2 See instructions to install supplied with bracket 3 Unless properly installed range could be tipped by stepping or sitting on door Injury might result fi omspilled hot liquids or from range itself Typical ...

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Page 31: ...nty expires Pur chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of fbture service at today s prices Mecomrnunication Device for the Deaf P andAccessories 800 626 2002 Individualsqualifiedto servicetheir own appliancescanhave needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home free of shipping cha...

Page 32: ...nt of house fuses or you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material s Failure of the product if it is used If you then have any questions for other than its intended purpose about operating the product please or used commercially contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free Damage to product caused by accident f...

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