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Operating Instr

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Customer Ser

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Care and cleaning of the range.

Be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the surface units are cool before attempting to remove them.

Oven Light

Before replacing the bulb, disconnect

electrical power to the range at the main

fuse or circuit breaker panel. 

Let the bulb cool completely before

removing it. Replace the bulb with a 40-

watt appliance bulb only. Do not touch a

hot bulb with a damp cloth because the

bulb will break.

Surface Units 

(electric coil models only)

To clean the surface units, turn the

control to the highest setting for a

minute. The coils will burn off any soil.

To remove a surface unit:

To remove the drip pans for cleaning, the

surface units must be removed first.
Lift the surface unit about 1 inch above

the drip pan and pull it out.

Do not lift the surface unit more than 1 inch. If
you do, it may not lie flat on the drip pan when
you plug it back in.

Repeated lifting of the surface unit more

than 1 inch above the drip pan can

permanently damage the receptacle.

To replace a surface unit:

Replace the drip pan into the recess in

the cooktop. Make sure the opening in

the pan lines up with the receptacle.
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.

Do not immerse the surface units in liquids of 
any kind.

Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher.

Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals.

Do not attempt to clean, adjust or in any way 
repair the plug-in receptacle.

Drip Pans 

(electric coil models only)

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 1/4 cup ammonia

to loosen the soil. Then scrub with a soap-

filled scouring pad if necessary. Rinse

with clean water and polish with a clean

soft cloth.

The drip pans may also be cleaned in a

dishwasher.
Clean the area under the drip pans 

often. Built-up soil, especially grease, 

may catch fire.

Do not cover the drip pans with foil. Using foil so
close to the receptacle could cause shock, fire or
damage to the range.

Oven Heating Elements

Do not clean the bake element or the broil
element. Any soil will burn off when the elements
are heated. 

To clean the oven floor, gently lift 

the bake element. Clean with warm 

soapy water.

Surface unit

Drip pan

Receptacle

Control Panel

It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel

after each use. Clean with mild soap and

water or vinegar and water, rinse with

clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth.

Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong

liquid cleansers, plastic scouring pads or

oven cleansers on the control panel—they

will damage the finish. A 50/50 solution

of vinegar and hot water works well.

Summary of Contents for JBS02

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Part No 164D3333P133 Pub No 49 8898 12 97 CG JBS02 JBS05 JBS23 RB502 RB557 LEB116 LEB131 Models Ranges Electric ...

Page 2: ... continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your range properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your range You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section If you review our chart of Troublesh...

Page 3: ...ed installation instructions Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Before performing any service disconnect the range power supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker Do not leave children alone children...

Page 4: ... the heating elements or the interior surface of the oven These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact the surface units areas nearby the surface units or any interior area of the oven allow sufficient time for cooling first Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop areas facing...

Page 5: ...surface units off before removing cookware Do not immerse or soak the removable surface units Do not put them in a dishwasher Do not self clean the surface units in the oven When flaming foods are under the hood turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flame To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric shock always be certain that the controls for all surface units are at the OFF pos...

Page 6: ...hing Do not operate the radiant surface units if the glass is broken Spillovers or cleaning solution may penetrate a broken cooktop and create a risk of electrical shock Contact a qualified technician immediately should your glass cooktop become broken Never use the glass cooktop surface as a cutting board Do not place or store items that can melt or catch fire on the glass cooktop even when it is...

Page 7: ...ed The range should be installed on a 1 4 thick sheet of plywood or similar material as follows When the floor covering ends at the front of the range the area that the range will rest on should be built up with plywood to the same level or higher than the floor covering This will allow the range to be moved for cleaning or servicing Leveling Leveling screws are located on each corner of the base ...

Page 8: ...Match the size of the saucepan to the size of the surface unit The pan should not extend over the edge of the surface unit more than 1 inch Not over 1 inch 1 Wok Cooking electric coil models only We recommend that you use only a flat bottomed wok They are available at your local retail store Do not use woks that have support rings Use of these types of woks with or without the ring in place can be...

Page 9: ...op they can cause damage Do not use the surface as a cutting board DRAGGING SURFACE COOKING Never cook directly on the glass Always use cookware OFF CENTER Always place the pan in the center of the surface unit you are cooking on Selecting types of cookware glass cooktops only The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops Stainless Steel...

Page 10: ... decrease pads until the amount of time you want shows in the display The timer will start automatically within a few seconds of releasing the pad At the end of the timer operation the timer beeps 3 times followed by reminder beeps until the timer is cancelled You can display the time of day by pushing the CLOCK pad To return to the timer counting down press the TIMER ON OFF pad The timer is a min...

Page 11: ...r C Preheating and Pan Placement Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes cookies pastry and breads For ovens without a preheat indicator light or tone preheat 10 minutes Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible Pans should not touch each...

Page 12: ... thick patties take about the same time Beef Steaks Rare 1 thick C 6 5 Steaks less than 1 Medium 1 to 11 2 lbs C 8 6 thick cook through Well Done C 12 11 before browning Pan frying is recommended Slash fat Rare 11 2 thick C 10 7 8 Medium 2 to 21 2 lbs C 15 14 16 Well Done C 25 20 25 Chicken 1 whole A 35 10 15 Reduce time about 5 2 to 21 2 lbs to 10 minutes per side split lengthwise for cut up chic...

Page 13: ...the back of the knob and note the current setting before making any adjustment The knob is factory set with the top screw directly under the pointer Pull off the OVEN CONTROL knob Loosen both screws on back of the knob Hold both parts of the knob as shown in the illustration of the back of the OVEN CONTROL knob and turn so the lower screw moves in the desired direction You will hear and feel the n...

Page 14: ...to a proper container Washandrinsethebroilerpanandgridin hotwaterwithasoap filledorplastic scouringpad If food has burned on sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth Soaking the pan will remove burned on foods Both the broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a dishwasher...

Page 15: ...an the inside of the oven window with a mild non scratching cleaner and a damp cloth To clean the outside 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 Do not let water drip into the vent openings Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materi...

Page 16: ...and into the receptacle Guide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly Do not immerse the surface units in liquids of any kind Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals Do not attempt to clean adjust or in any way repair the plug in receptacle Drip Pans electric coil models only Remove the surface units Then lift out the drip pans For best res...

Page 17: ...f any soil remains repeat the steps listed above For additional protection after all soil has been removed polish the entire surface with the cleaning cream Buff with a dry paper towel To order more cream and or scrapers for cleaning your glass cooktop please call our toll free number National Parts Center 800 626 2002 Cleaner WX10X300 Scraper WX5X1614 Cream scraper kit WB64X5027 Special Care Be s...

Page 18: ...ewdriver 13 8 open end or adjustable wrench The bracket attaches to floor or wall to hold either the right or left rear leg leveler If fastening to the floor be sure that the screws do not penetrate electrical wiring or plumbing If this cannot be determined use shorter screws that will not penetrate through flooring The bracket is packed inside the oven Remove and follow the instructions below Dec...

Page 19: ...d visible in time as a result of cleaning the surface of the cooktop Cookware has been slid across the cooktop surface Areas of discoloration Improper cookware Marks from aluminum and copper pans as well as on the cooktop being used mineral deposits from water or food can be removed with the cleaning cream Hot sugar mixtures Hot cooktop came See the Cleaning the glass cooktop section or plastic me...

Page 20: ...nt section Oven door is crooked The door is out of position Because the oven door is removable it sometimes gets out of position during installation To straighten the door push down on the high corner Food does not Oven control improperly set Make sure you turn the knob all the way to BROIL broil properly Door not open to the broil stop See the Using the oven section position as recommended Improp...

Page 21: ... protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that al...

Page 22: ...stment Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require service Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 452 2737 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It ...

Page 23: ...er installation Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Damage to the glass cooktop caused by use of cleaners other than the recommended cleaning creams Damage to the glass cooktop caused by hardened spills of sugary materials or melted plastic that are not cleaned according to the directions in the Owner s Manual Replacement ...

Page 24: ... expires Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since impr...

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