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THE PROBLEM SOLVER

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PROBLEM

OVEN WILL NOT
SELF-CLEAN

OVEN DOOR
WON’T LATCH

OVEN TEMPERATURE
TOO HOT OR TOO COLD

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Automatic timer dials not set or not set properly. The clock must be set to time
of day and the STOP TIME dial must be set and advanced beyond the time
noted on oven clock.

The STOP TIME dial was not advanced for long enough.

Both the OVEN SET 

 the OVEN TEMP knobs must be set at the

 setting.

During the self-cleaning function, a thick pile of 

 in the oven 

leave a heavy layer of ash that can insulate the area from further heat.

The door latch handle not moved all the way to the right.

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Oven may be too hot from previous use. Open oven door to cool oven. When

oven has cooled, latch handle can again be moved.

. OVEN SET knob must be at CLEAN or OFF before latch handle can be moved.

. Oven thermostat needs adjustment. See the Adjust 

 Oven 

   Yourself section.

 you need more 

help.. call, toll free:

GE 

Answer Center”

800.626.2000
consumer information service

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Summary of Contents for JBP22

Page 1: ... ng oH 8 lO Canning Tips Io Control Settings 8 g CooktopComparison 8 Cookware Tips _HmH HKH 9 10 Care and cleaning 2 29 Anti Tip Device HuH 25 Drip Pans 26 Lift Off Door 28 Oven Vent H 27 Self Cleaning lnstructionsoq 22 24 Storage Drawer 29 Surface lJnits buH 26 m Iiiiii Et 0 Problem Soher m_ mq 35 36 ThermostatAdjustment DOlt Yourse f n 17 More questions7 ca GEAnswerCen r 80 62 2000 Installationm...

Page 2: ...ged range Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the range Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself IF YOU NEED SERVICE To obtain service see the Consumer Services page on the inside back cover We re proud of our ser rice and wan yJOLi to be pleased If...

Page 3: ...e range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury wARNING Allr nges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach it to the wall and floor by installing the Anti Tip device b P4 supplied To check if the device is installed and engaged properly remove the kick panel or storage drawer and 4 inspect the rear leveling leg Make sure it fits securely into th...

Page 4: ...metal trim parts above the door Remember The inside surface of the oven may be hot when the door is opened When cooking pork follow the directions exactly and alwajrs cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least 170 F This assures that in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat it will be killed and the meat will be safe to eat Oven Stand away from range when openin...

Page 5: ...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 the nearby surface units 4hvays turn the surface units off before removing cookware b To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric shock always be certain that the controls for all surface units are at the off position and...

Page 6: ...FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE JBP22 JBP23 Broiler Pan and Grid not incluchxl on 111 mode Some model have lift up cleaning 6 ...

Page 7: ...3 Oven Cleaning I ight 14 Broiler Pan and Grid on some models 5 18 20 29 Do not clean in the self cleaning oven 15 Oven Vent 4 27 Located under the right rear surface unit 16 Cooktop Lift Up Cooktop on some models 25 17 Surface Units Drip Pans 5 j 18 Oven Interior Light on some models 3 28 Comes on automatically when door is opened 19 Oven Shelf Supports Shelf positions for cooking are 13 14 18 21...

Page 8: ... be flat on the bottom for good cooking results The glass cooktop stays hot enough to continue cooking after it i turned off Remove the pan from the surface unit if you want cooking to stop Pans must be made of ferrous metals metal that attracts a magnet Heat is produced by a magnetic circuit between the coil and the pan Heats up right away and changes heat settings right away like a gas cooktop A...

Page 9: ...ts 011 SOHW models The switch must be pushed held for several seconds and releasecl for the light to come on SURFACE COOKWARE TIPS Cookware Use medium or heavy weight cookware A uminum RIGHT cookware conducts heat faster than other meta s Cast iron and coated cast iron cookware are slow to absorb heat but generally cook evenly at low to medium heat settings Steel pans may cook unevenly if not comb...

Page 10: ...ter Such temperatures could e en ual ly harm the cooktop surfaces surrounding Observe the Following Points in Canning 1 Be sure the canner fits over the center of the 3 surface unit If your range or ils location dots not allow the canner to be centered on the sLIrf ace Llrrlt Llse smaller diameter pots for good canning resultf 2 For best results use canners with tlat bottom Canners with flanged or...

Page 11: ...r and shape than the the center ring on the clock At the end of the set clock hands time a buzzer sounds to tell you time is up Turn knob without pushing in until pointer reaches OFF and buzzer stops Questions and Answers Q Must the clock be set on correct time of Q Can I change the time of day on the day when I wish to use the Automatic Timers clock while I m Time Baking in the oven f or baking A...

Page 12: ... giows until the o en reaches your selected temperature then goes off and on with the oven element s during cooking The oven on light will lt w an time the OVEN SET knob is not in the OFF position Oven Shelves The shelves are designed with stop locks so that when placed correctly on the shelf supports they will stop before coming out completely f rom the oven and will not tilt when removing f ood ...

Page 13: ...n temperature i controlled kery accurately l hur elf instructions on how to adjust the thermostat using an oven control s stem We recommend that NOTE When the o en gets hot the top and outside you operate the range for a number of weeks using the surfaces of the range get hot too item gil en on recipes us a guide to become fami iar with your new en s performmlcc How to Set Your Range for Baking OV...

Page 14: ...cassero cs and roasts preheating is not necessary For o ens without a preheat indicator light or tone preheat 10 minutes After the oven is preheated place the food in the oven as quickly as possible to prevent heat from escaping Baking Pans Use the proper baking pan The type of finish on the pan determines the amount of browning that will occur Dark rough or dul 1 pans absorb heat resulting in a b...

Page 15: ...d in a pan larger than the recipe for baking since the shiny foil pan reilects heat aw a recommends will usually be crisper thinner and drier from the pie crust the cookie sheet helps re ain it than it should be If baked in a pan smaller than recommended it may be undercooked and batter may erf low Check the recipe to make sure the pan size used is the one recommended Aluminum Foil Never entire y ...

Page 16: ...AKE STOP TIME DELAY START r 12 2 9 T 9 z 3 9 1 6 PUSH TO TURN 2 Turn the OVEN SET knob to TIMED BAKE Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired oven temperature for example 250 F The oven will start immediately continue to cook for the programmed amount of time then shut off autornatica ly 3 Remove the food from the oven Remember foods 1 To set the Stop Time push in the knob on the that are left in th...

Page 17: ...e growth of harmful bacteria Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth c The oven indicator light s at the TIMED BAKE setting may work differently than they do at the BAKE setting ADJUST THE OVEN THERMOSTAT DO IT YOURSELF You may find that your new oven cooks differently To Adjust the Thermostat than the one it replaced We recommend that you 1...

Page 18: ...ue 10S alimentos siguen cocinandose en el horno caliente y que en consecuencia debera retirarlos cuando hayan alcanzado la temperature interna deseada 1 2 h OqLle Li parrilla en la posicitin A o B No es necesario precalentar Verit ique e peso de la came Coloque la came con el lado de 1 gras hacia arriba o Ias aves con la pechuga hacia arr ba en la parrilla para asar dentro de una charola 3 no muy ...

Page 19: ...ada libra 1 minLltos pot cada libra pm a asados de Inenos de 5 ibras y IIIAS tiempo para asados mas grandes Tipo iives Pollo pato PI es ls de pollo Pa o Temperature del horno 7 5 Coccion cI LldO Medio B ien cocinodo crLldo YIedio B icn cocinaclo Bien cocinado Bien cocinacio pilI il calcntur Bien cocinado B i en cocinado Bien cocinudo Ase rese de que las ave estdn descongeladas antes de asarlas Muc...

Page 20: ... aluminum foil to line your broiler pan and broiler grid However you must mold the foil tightly to the grid and cut slits in it just like the grid 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 and Answers Q A Q A When broiling is it ne...

Page 21: ...browning Pan frying is recommended Slash fat 10 15 25 Chicken 1 whole 2 to 2X lbs split lengthwise A 35 10 15 Reduce time about 5 to 10 minutes per side for cut up chicken Brush each side with melted butter Broil skin side down first Bakery Products Bread Toast or Toaster Pastries English Muffins Lobster Tails 2 to 4 slices 1 pkg 2 2 st lit C or D 1 2 1 2 C or D 3 4 Space evenly Place English muff...

Page 22: ... door outside the gasket with a dampened cloth The oven front frame and the oven door outside the gasket do not get cleaned by the self clean cycle On these areas use detergent and hot water or a soap filled steel wool pad Rinse well with a vinegar and water solution This will help prevent a brown residue from forming when the oven is heated Buff these areas with a dry cloth Do not clean the gaske...

Page 23: ...er than present time of day for example if it is 6 00 now set Stop Time for 9 00 The oven cycling light below the OVEN TEMP knob the cleaning light and the oven on light will glow indicating that the self clean cycle has begun When the oven reaches a certain temperature the oven door will lock The latch handle cannot be moved until oven cleaning is complete and the oven cools down Oven door and wi...

Page 24: ...g cycle Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part of my self cleaning oven No cleaners or coatings should be used around any part of this oven If you do use them and do not wipe the oven absolutely clean afterward the residue can scar the oven surface and damage metal parts the next time the oven is automatically cleaned What should I do if excessive smoking occurs during cleaning A This is c...

Page 25: ...en the surface has cooled wash with soap and juices tomato or vinegar should not be permitted water Rinse well to remain on the finish For other spills such as fat smatterings wash with map and water or cleansing powders after the surface has cooled Rinse well Polish with a dry cloth Lift Up Cooktop ol ml tnodel Some models have a cooktop that can be lifted up for easier cleaning To make cleaning ...

Page 26: ...th the receptacle Q Insert the terminals of the surface unit through the opening in the drip pan and into the receptacle Guide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly Drip Pans Remove the surface units Then lift out the drip pans For best results clean the drip pans by hand Place them in a covered container or a plastic bag with 114 cup ammonia to loosen the soil Then scrub with a soap fill...

Page 27: ...abrasives ammonia or commercial oven cleaners To safely clean surfaces wash rinse and then dry with a soft cloth In Glass Surfaces To clean the outside glass finish use a glass cleaner Rinse and polish with a dry cloth r J w 1 I I A Painted Surfaces I Painted sLIrfaccs include the outside oven door sides control panel and drav er front Clean thew with soap and water or a inegar and water solution ...

Page 28: ...e bottom to allow for proper air circulation Inside Gasket I llL lutside of the door Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door Rinse well You may also use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door To avoid water marks on the inside of the glass door do not let water drip in the vent openings Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces ...

Page 29: ...eaner If the grid is grey enamel it can also be cleaned with an oven cleaner If the grid is chrome do not use an oven cleaner to clean it Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in the dishwasher Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range How to Remove the Storage Drawer or Kick Panel to Clean Under the Range The area under the range can be reached easily for II 9 c...

Page 30: ...ove specifications it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet Because range terminals are not accessible after range is in position flexible service conduit or cord must be used STEP 1 PREPARE THE OPENING 1 spacing is recommended from the range to adjacent vertical walls above cooktop surface Allow 30 minimum clearance between surface units and bottom of unprotected w...

Page 31: ...rked for use with nominal 1 4 diameter connection openings Care should be taken to center cable and strain relief within knockout hole to keep cable from rubbing the edge NOTE A 4 conductor cord is to be used only when the appliance is installed in a mobile home or when local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral If conduit is being used go to STEP 6 STEP 3 POWER CORD STRAIN RELIEF INS...

Page 32: ... CORD INSTALLATION A Remove the 3 screws frolm the connector block B Remove the grounding screw and strap from the connector block middle location and the screw connection to the frame of the range BEFORE NEUTRAL TERMINAL GROUNDING STRAP Z GROUNDING TO RANGE C Insert screws through each power cord terminal ring and into connector block until screw engages nut Be certain that the center wire is con...

Page 33: ...ractices and local codes STEP 7 4 WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION Remove the 3 screws from the connector block Remove the grounding strap from the connector block middle location and the screw connecting it to the frame of the range Insert bare wires between the connector block terminals and movable nuts Tighten screws securely Attach ground wire to the fra me of the range I BARE WIRE TIPS Ik ll CONDU17...

Page 34: ...ng feet are located at each corner of the base of the range Remove the storage drawer or kick panel depending on your model and using channel locks rotate the leveling feet in and out as required to level the range For instructions on how to remove and replace the storage drawer or the kick panel see the Cleaning Under the Range section in Care and Cleaning On some models there are plastic covers ...

Page 35: ... shelf position being used See the Broiling Guide s Food is being cooked on hot pan s Cookware is not suited for broiling Aluminum foil used on the broil pan rack has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended The OVEN SET knob not set at BAKE The OVEN TEMP knob not set at proper temperature c Oven shelf is not level Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used Oven thermost...

Page 36: ...e set at the CLEAN setting During the self cleaning function a thick pile of spillover in the oven can leave a heavy layer of ash that can insulate the area from further heat The door latch handle not moved all the way to the right Oven may be too hot from previous use Open oven door to cool oven When oven has cooled latch handle can again be moved OVEN SET knob must be at CLEAN or OFF before latc...

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