GE JCP67 Owner'S Manual & Installation Instructions Download

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HELP US HELP YOU

Before using your range,
read this manual carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain
your new range properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

If you received a damaged 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 manual.
It lists causes of minor operating problems that you
can correct yourself.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page
in the back of this manual.

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 the steps to follow
for further 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, Customer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

Summary of Contents for JCP67

Page 1: ...r Information First Name________________________ _ Last Name________________________ _ Address ___________________________ City _____________________________ _ State _______ Zip_______________ Phone __________________________ E mail _____________________________ I would like to order Quantity Part ________ _____________ ________ _____________ ________ _____________ Product Information Model ______...

Page 2: ...trol Settings 8 Cookware Tips 9 Care and Cleaning Door Removal 28 Lift Up Cooktop 26 Oven Light 27 Porcelain Interior 28 Surface Units and Drip Pans 25 Installation Instructions Anti Tip Device 35 Clearances 34 Electrical Connections 29 33 Flooring Under the Range 5 Leveling 5 Troubleshooting Tips 36 37 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty 39 40 Electric Freestanding Write the mod...

Page 3: ...nor operating problems that you can correct yourself IF YOU NEED SERVICE To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this manual 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 the steps to follow for further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased ...

Page 4: ...n tip it over causing severe personal injury Keep the hood and grease filters clean to maintain good venting and to avoid grease fires WARNING All ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach it to the floor by installing the Anti Tip device supplied To check if the device is installed and engaged properly remove the storage drawer and inspect the rear l...

Page 5: ...d position while the oven is cool If shelves must be handled when hot do not let pot holder contact the heating elements in the oven Pulling out the shelf to the shelf stop is a convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturer s directions Do not use ...

Page 6: ...ds can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan Use little fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent...

Page 7: ...6 FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE Features and appearance may vary JCS57 JCP67 13 12 14 16 17 8 9 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 15 20 11 21 19 7 12 6 5 4 2 1 13 12 16 17 15 22 18 17 10 10 11 10 10 8 4 14 ...

Page 8: ... surface unit model JCS57 Located under the right and left rear surface units model JCP67 13 Lift Up Cooktop 26 14 Oven Interior Light 11 27 Comes on automatically when the door is opened 15 Oven Shelf Supports 13 Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the Baking Roasting and Broiling sections 16 Oven Shelves with Stop Locks 13 14 16 27 17 Bake Element 3 4 25 In single oven models or the rig...

Page 9: ...ou turn control to OFF when you finish cooking The surface unit indicator light will glow when ANY heat on any surface unit is on Cooking Guide for Using Heat Settings HI Quick start for cooking bring water to a boil Medium High Setting halfway between HI and MED Maintains a fast boil on large amounts of food MED Sauté and brown maintain slow boil on large amount of food Medium Low Setting halfway...

Page 10: ...HT Not over 1 inch Over 1 inch WRONG Deep Fat Frying Do not overfill cookware with fat that may spill over when adding food Frosty foods bubble vigorously Watch food frying at high temperatures Keep the range and hood clean from grease Wok Cooking 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 ty...

Page 11: ...FF Pad Press this pad to cancel ALL oven operations except the clock and timer 6 CLOCK Press this pad before setting the clock To set the clock first press the CLOCK pad Then press the INCREASE and DECREASE pads to change the time of day 7 KITCHEN TIMER Press this pad to select the timer feature The timer does not control oven operations The timer can time up to 11 hours and 59 minutes To set the ...

Page 12: ...ntrol oven operations The timer can time up to 11 hours and 59 minutes To set the timer first press the KITCHEN TIMER pad Press the INCREASE and DECREASE pads to change the time To cancel the timer press the KITCHEN TIMER pad until the display clears 9 DECREASE Short taps to this pad decrease the time or temperature by small amounts Press and hold the pad to decrease the time or temperature by lar...

Page 13: ...ance to 11 hours and 59 minutes 3 The display shows the timer countdown in minutes until 1 minute remains Then the display will count down in seconds 4 When the set time has run out the end of cycle tone will beep 3 times It will continue to beep 3 times every 60 seconds until the KITCHEN TIMER pad is pressed To Reset the Timer To Cancel the Timer You may change the time by pressing the INCREASE a...

Page 14: ...ely out from the oven and will not tilt when you are removing food from them or when placing food on them To remove a shelf from the oven pull the shelf forward until it stops Lift the front and slide it out Be certain that the shelf is cool before touching it To replace the shelf in the oven fit the shelf onto the guides Tilt the front up and slide into place On double oven models the left oven c...

Page 15: ...on either shelf position 2 or 3 See the chart for suggested shelf positions Two will be used more than 3 Type of Food Shelf Position Angel food cake 1 Biscuits or muffins 2 or 3 Cookies or cupcakes 2 or 3 Brownies 2 or 3 Layer cakes 2 or 3 Bundt or pound cakes 1 or 2 Pies or pie shells 2 or 3 Frozen pies 1 on cookie sheet Casseroles 2 or 3 Roasting 1 or 2 4 3 2 1 How to Set Your Oven for Baking NO...

Page 16: ...so one is not directly above the other 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 dull pans absorb heat resulting in a browner crisper crust Use this type for pies Shiny bright and smooth pans reflect heat resulting in a lighter more delicate browning Cakes and cookies require this type of pan Glass baking dis...

Page 17: ...e estimated cooking time and do not open the door to look at your food Most recipes provide minimum and maximum baking times such as bake 30 40 minutes DO NOT open the door to check until the minimum time Opening the oven door frequently during cooking allows heat to escape and makes baking times longer Your baking results may also be affected The Type of Margarine Will Affect Baking Performance M...

Page 18: ...press the INCREASE or DECREASE pads 3 Press the BAKE pad 4 Using the INCREASE or DECREASE pad enter the desired temperature To change the oven temperature after baking has started press the BAKE pad and the INCREASE or DECREASE pads to set the new desired temperature 5 The oven will turn on The time of day will show in the display To view the cook time remaining press the BAKE TIME pad The oven wi...

Page 19: ...E pads to set the new desired temperature The oven is now set to start at 4 00 and cook for 3 hours at a temperature of 325 F At the end of the 3 hour cooking time 7 00 the oven will automatically turn off At the end of baking the display will show End and the control will beep 3 times every 60 seconds until the CLEAR OFF pad is pressed 7 Remove the food from the oven Remember even though the oven...

Page 20: ...ely before ON appears press and hold the BAKE pad for about 5 seconds The time display will change to the oven adjustment display 4 The oven temperature can be adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Use the INCREASE or DECREASE pad to select the desired change in the display 5 When you have made the adjustment press the CLEAR OFF pad to go back to the time of day display Use your oven as you wo...

Page 21: ...le standing after being removed from the oven Standing time recommended for roasts is 10 to 20 minutes This allows roasts to firm up and makes them easier to carve Internal temperature will rise about 5 to 10 F during standing To compensate for this temperature increase remove the roast from the oven before it reaches the temperature you want Small poultry may be cooked at 375 F for best browning ...

Page 22: ...or fish on the broiler grid in the broiler pan 2 Follow suggested shelf positions in the Broiling Guide 3 Leave the door open to the broil stop position The door stays open by itself yet the proper temperature is maintained in the oven 4 Press the BROIL pad Press the INCREASE pad or DECREASE pad to select the desired broil setting 5 When broiling is finished press the CLEAR OFF pad How to Set Your...

Page 23: ...ed Slash fat Chicken 1 whole 1 2 35 min 15 min 35 min 15 min Reduce time about 2 to 21 2 lbs 5 to 10 minutes per split lengthwise side for cut up chicken Brush each side with melted butter Broil skin side down first Fish 1 lb fillets 1 4 to 3 4 5 min 5 min 6 min 5 min Handle and turn very 1 2 inch thick carefully Brush with lemon butter before and during cooking if desired Preheat broiler to incre...

Page 24: ... door gasket the fiberglass material of the gasket has an extremely low resistance to abrasion An intact and well fitting oven door gasket is essential for energy efficient oven operation and good baking results If you notice the gasket becoming worn frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should have it replaced Do not let water run down through openings in the ...

Page 25: ...hem and do not thoroughly rinse the oven with water wiping it absolutely clean afterwards the residue can scar the oven surface and damage metal parts the next time the oven is automatically cleaned Q Can I clean the gasket around the oven door A No this gasket is essential for a good oven seal and care must be taken not to rub damage or move this gasket Q Is the crackling or popping sound I hear ...

Page 26: ...e drip pan can permanently damage the receptacle To replace a surface unit Replace the drip pan into the recess in the cooktop Make sure 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 Drip Pans Remove the surface units Then lift out the drip pan...

Page 27: ...ing the cooktop Grasp the front sides of the cooktop and lift If you cannot raise the cooktop you may need to remove the shipping screws See Remove Cooktop Shipping Screws in the Installation Instructions The surface units and drip pans do not need to be removed before raising the cooktop however you may remove one to make raising the cooktop easier To lift the cooktop 1 Remove all items which may...

Page 28: ...he broiler pan may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner Do not use an oven cleaner on the grid Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a dishwasher Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in the self cleaning oven on some models Oven Shelves Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel wool After cleaning rinse...

Page 29: ...f marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately When the surface is cool clean and rinse Do not use oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives such as steel wool pads on the outside of the door Porcelain Oven Interior JCS57 left side storage compartment only JCP67 left oven only With proper care the po...

Page 30: ...lief within the knockout hole to keep the edge from damaging the cable Because range terminals are not accessible after range is in position flexible service conduit or cord must be used NOTE If conduit is being used see 3 WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION or 4 WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION On some models a filter capacitor may be connected between the black and white leads on the junction block ALL NEW CONST...

Page 31: ...upply cord kit rated at 125 250 volts minimum 40 amps and investigated for use with ranges shall be used Terminals on end of wires must be either closed loop or open end spade lugs with upturned ends REMOVE COOKTOP SHIPPING SCREWS The liftable cooktop is locked down to prevent shipping damage 1 Open both oven doors and locate the two shipping screws at the front end underneath the cooktop 2 Remove...

Page 32: ...RD INSTALLATION WARNING The neutral or ground wire of the power cord must be connected to the neutral terminal located in the center of the terminal block The power leads must be connected to the left and right terminals of the terminal block A Remove the screws and raise the terminal block cover lower part of the back wire cover B Remove the three outer terminal nuts from the terminal block WARNI...

Page 33: ...nal block WARNING DO NOT loosen any of the inside nuts on the terminal block Electrical failure loss of electrical connection electrical shock or fire may result causing property damage personal injury or death D Using the outer nuts removed from the appliance terminal block secure the connectors to all three of the terminals 3 WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION cont E Insert the center bare wire neutral t...

Page 34: ... Remove the three outer terminal nuts from the terminal block WARNING DO NOT loosen any of the inside nuts on the terminal block Electrical failure loss of electrical connection electrical shock or fire may result causing property damage personal injury or death F Using the outer nuts removed from the appliance terminal block secure the connectors to all three of the terminals 4 WIRE CONDUIT INSTA...

Page 35: ...horizontally a minimum of 5 beyond the bottom of the cabinets NOTE There is a minimum 5 clearance required from the left side of the range to a wall This clearance is needed to open the left side oven door or to remove the left oven shelf GENERAL To eliminate the hazard of reaching over heated surface elements cabinets or storage spaces should not be provided over a range If cabinets are provided ...

Page 36: ...ack to allow the rear legs to align with the brackets Remove the storage drawer to inspect brackets or grasp the top rear edge of the range and carefully attempt to tilt it forward to make sure the range is properly anchored IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING This range must be properly secured to the floor by using the included anti tip brackets and screws Failure to install the brackets could allow the ra...

Page 37: ... not suited for broiling Aluminum foil used on the broiler pan and grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended FOOD DOES NOT The oven control not set correctly ROAST OR BAKE Shelf position is incorrect PROPERLY Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used A foil tent was not used when needed to slow down browning during roasting OVEN WILL NOT The oven control not set...

Page 38: ...IN THE DISPLAY Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool for one hour Put the oven back into operation Disconnect all power to the range for 5 minutes and then reconnect power If the failure code repeats then call for service THE DISPLAY GOES Disconnect power to the range at the fuse box or circuit breaker for at least BLANK WHEN THE 10 seconds Turn power on set the clock and power up your ra...

Page 39: ...38 NOTES ...

Page 40: ...arranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule serv...

Page 41: ...ranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories ge com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes ...

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