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Installation Instructions

RIGID PIPE HooKUP oPTIoNS

(for models equipped with Sealed Burners)

FLEXIBLE CoNNECToR HooKUP

(for models equipped with Sealed Burners)

Pressure
regulator

Gas Flow into Range

Flex
connector
(6 ft. max.)

Adapter

Installer: Inform
the consumer of the
location of the gas
shut-off valve.

1/2

″

or 3/4

″

Gas pipe

Adapter

Gas
shut-off
valve

Pressure
regulator

45° Elbow

Nipple

Union

90° Elbow

Black
iron pipe

Union

Nipple

Gas

shut-off

valve

1/2

″

or 3/4

″

Gas pipe

Gas Flow into Range

Installer: Inform
the consumer of the
location of the gas
shut-off valve.

Gas Flow into Range

Gas
shut-off
valve

1/2

″

or 3/4

″

Gas pipe

Pressure
regulator

Nipple

90° Elbow

Adapter

90° Elbow

Quick connect
or union

Installer: Inform the
consumer of the location
of the gas shut-off valve.

Alternate Hookup

Nipple

90°
Elbow

Summary of Contents for JGB281SERSS

Page 1: ...Burner Grates 26 Control Panel and Knobs 32 Cooktop Surface 29 Door Removal 30 Kick Panel 31 Lift Up Cooktop 29 Oven Bottom 30 Oven Light Replacement 32 Oven Vents 29 Self Cleaning 24 25 Racks 32 Stainless Steel Surfaces 29 Storage Drawer 31 Warming Drawer 31 Installation Instructions 33 44 Air Adjustment 43 Anti Tip Device 36 44 Checking Burner Ignition 42 Connecting the Range to Gas 37 40 Dimens...

Page 2: ... personal injury or loss of life Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To reduce the risk of tipping the range the range must be secured by a properly installed anti tip bracket See installation instructions shipped with the bracket for complete details before attempting to install To check if the bracket is ins...

Page 3: ...with a properly grounded three prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance SaFeTY PReCaUTIONS IMPORTaNT SaFeTY NOTICe The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic enforcement act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires busin...

Page 4: ...lammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with flame or hot oven surfaces and may cause severe burns n Do not store flammable materials in an oven a range storage drawer a warming drawer or near a cooktop n Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance n Do not let cooking grease or other flamm...

Page 5: ...slowly n Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point n Use the least possible amount of fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added n Do not flame foods on the cooktop If you do flame foods under the hood turn the fan on n Do not use a wok on the cooking surface if the wok ...

Page 6: ...iling if meat is too close to the flame the fat may ignite Trim excess fat to prevent excessive flare ups n Make sure any broiler pan is in place correctly to reduce the possibility of grease fires n If you should have a grease fire in a broiler pan touch the Clear Off pad and keep the oven door closed to contain fire until it burns out n For safety and proper cooking performance always bake and b...

Page 7: ...ooked foods at serving temperature Always start with hot food cold food cannot be heated or cooked in the warming drawer n Do not use the warming drawer to dry newspapers If overheated they can catch on fire n Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the warming drawer when not in use n Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings in or near your warming drawer n Always keep wooden and...

Page 8: ...es are cool before you place your hand a pot holder cleaning cloths or other materials on them Sealed Gas Burners Your gas range cooktop has four sealed gas burners They offer convenience and flexibility to be used in a wide range of cooking applications The smallest burner in the right rear position is the simmer burner This burner can be turned down to a very low simmer setting It provides preci...

Page 9: ...s the manufacturer recommends Stove Top Grills on models with sealed burners Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners If you use the stove top grill on the sealed gas burner it will cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards This can be hazardous to your health Wok This Way on models with sealed burners We recomm...

Page 10: ...n to cool for one hour Put the oven back into operation If the function error code repeats disconnect the power to the range and call for service Kitchen Timer On Off Pad Touch this pad to select the timer feature Then press the and pads to adjust the timer Timer Light Flashes while in edit mode you can change the set time at this point Glows when the timer has been activated Flashes again when th...

Page 11: ...e self clean cycle at this point Glows when the oven is in the self clean cycle After the self clean cycle the light will turn off Unlatch the door Clear Off Pad Touch this pad to cancel ALL oven operations except the clock and timer Broil Hi Lo Pad Touch this pad to select the broil function BroilLight Flashes while in edit mode you can switch from Hi to Lo Broil at this point Glows when the oven...

Page 12: ...ll not tilt When placing and removing cookware pull the rack out to the bump on the rack support To remove a rack pull it toward you tilt the front end up and pull it out To replace place the end of the rack stop locks on the support tilt up the front and push the rack in NOTE The rack is not designed to slide out at the special low rack R position The oven has 5 rack positions It also has a speci...

Page 13: ...d breads Baking results will be better if foods are centered in the oven as much as possible Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven For best results when baking four cake layers at a time use racks B and D Place the lower pans at the back of the rack and the upper pans at the front of the rack as shown so that one pan is not directly above another leaving approximately 1 1 2 bet...

Page 14: ...21 2 lbs C 12 15 10 12 Well Done C 25 16 18 Chicken 1 whole B 30 35 15 20 Brush each side with melted 2 to 21 2 lbs butter Broil skin side down split lengthwise first 4 bone in breasts B 25 30 10 15 Lobster Tails 2 4 C 13 16 Do not Cut through back of shell 6 to 8 oz each turn Spread open Brush with over melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time Fish Fillets 1 4 to 1 2 thick D ...

Page 15: ...timing functions to work properly The time of day cannot be changed during a delayed cooking or a delayed self cleaning cycle Touch the Clock pad twice Touch the or pads If the or pads are not touched within one minute after you touch the Clock pad the display reverts to the original setting If this happens touch the Clock pad twice and reenter the time of day Touch the Start On pad until the time...

Page 16: ...by touching the Kitchen Timer On Off pad and then touching the or pads to enter the new time you want To Cancel the Timer Touch the Kitchen Timer On Off pad twice End of Cycle Tones on some models Clear the tones by pressing the pad of the function you are using Power Outage If a flashing time is in the display you have experienced a power failure Reset the clock To reset the clock touch the Clock...

Page 17: ...lly Touch the Clear Off pad to clear the display if necessary Remove the food from the oven Remember even though the oven shuts off automatically foods continue cooking after controls are off How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop The oven will turn on at the time of day you set cook for a specific length of time and then turn off automatically Make sure the clock shows the correct time of ...

Page 18: ...pecial features of your oven control on some models 12 Hour Shut Off With this feature should you forget and leave the oven on the control will automatically turn off the oven after 12 hours during baking functions or after 3 hours during a broil function If you wish to turn OFF this feature follow the steps below Touch the Bake and Broil Hi Lo pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display...

Page 19: ...ke pad and tap the or pads to increase or decrease the temperature in 25 increments Touch the Start On pad When cooking is finished the display will change from to indicating that the oven has turned OFF but is still set in Sabbath Remove the cooked food Using the Sabbath feature on some models Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays GEAppliances com How to Set for Regular Baking Roast...

Page 20: ...lock pad until ON or OFF appears in the display ON indicates that the oven will automatically turn off after 12 hours OFF indicates that the oven will not automatically turn off See the Special features section for an explanation of the 12 Hour Shut Off feature Touch the Start On pad NOTE If a power outage occurred while the oven was in Sabbath the oven will automatically turn off and stay off eve...

Page 21: ...hese differences become Federal standards require products labeled margarine to contain at least 80 fat by weight Low fat spreads on the other hand contain less fat and more water The high moisture content of these spreads affects the texture and flavor of baked goods For best results with your old favorite recipes use margarine butter or stick spreads containing at least 70 vegetable oil The type...

Page 22: ...utes n Do not put liquid or water in the warming drawer n For moist foods cover them with a lid or aluminum foil n For crisp foods leave them uncovered n Food should be kept hot in its cooking container or transferred to a heat safe serving dish CAUTION Plastic containers or plastic wrap will melt if in direct contact with the drawer or a hot utensil Melted plastic may not be removable and is not ...

Page 23: ...shes or pans n Preheat on Lo setting n Check crispness after 45 minutes Add time as needed To Warm Serving Bowls and Plates To warm serving bowls and plates set the control on Lo n Use only heat safe dishes n If you want to heat fine china please check with the manufacturer of the dishes for their maximum heat tolerance n You may warm empty serving dishes while preheating the drawer CAUTION Dishes...

Page 24: ...eaning oven Before a Clean Cycle Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom How to Set the Oven for Cleaning Follow the directions in the Before a Clean Cycle section Latch the door NOTE Never force the latch If the oven is too hot you will not be able to slide the latch Allow the oven to cool Touch the Self Clean pad Touch the or pads until the desired Clean Time is displayed The Clean Time is normall...

Page 25: ...ct time of day Follow the directions in the Before a Clean Cycle section Latch the door NOTE Never force the latch If the oven is too hot you will not be able to slide the latch Allow the oven to cool Touch the Self Clean pad Touch the or pads to set the Clean Time The Clean Time is preset for 4 hours and 20 minutes You can change the Clean Time to any time between 3 and 5 hours depending on the a...

Page 26: ...uld be washed regularly and of course after spillovers Wash them in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water When replacing the grates be sure they are positioned securely over the burners On models with professional style double grates the grates are position specific For maximum stability these grates should only be used in their proper position they cannot be interchanged left to right or fro...

Page 27: ...e burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes Wipe off surface burners If heavy spillover occurs remove the surface burners from the range Burners lift out for cleaning Lift up the cooktop and then lift out the surface burners To remove burned on food soak the surface burner in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water Soak the surface burner for 20 to 30...

Page 28: ...ins use a toothbrush After cleaning Before putting the burner caps and heads back shake out excess water and then dry them thoroughly by setting in a warm oven for 30 minutes NOTE Do not use steel wool or scouring powders to clean the burners Replacement Replace burner heads over the electrodes on the cooktop in the correct locations according to their size On some models On some models Make sure ...

Page 29: ...se call our toll free number National Parts Center 800 626 2002 U S 800 661 1616 Canada GEAppliances com U S www GEAppliances ca Canada 29 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Safety Instructions Consumer Support Oven Air Vents Never block the vents air openings of the range They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to...

Page 30: ...asting materials containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately When the surface is cool clean and rinse n Do not use oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door Oven Bottom The oven bottom has a porcelain enamel finish To make cleaning easier protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers by placing a cookie sheet on the rack below...

Page 31: ...ce Insert the two slots at the bottom of the panel onto the two tabs at the base of the range and push the top of the panel forward to engage the spring clips Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Safety Instructions Consumer Support Removable Warming Drawer on some models Most cleaning can be done with the drawer in place However the drawer may be...

Page 32: ... Knobs It s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use of the oven Use a damp cloth to clean or rinse For cleaning use mild soap and water or a 50 50 solution of vinegar and water For rinsing use clean water Polish dry with a soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleaners plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control panel they will damage the finish Do not bend ...

Page 33: ... of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty FoR yoUR SAFETy Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance If you smell gas Open windows Don t touch electrical switc...

Page 34: ...ation hood over the range that projects forward at least 5 beyond the front of the cabinets n The ventilating hood must be constructed of sheet metal not less than 0 0122 thick Install above the cooktop with a clearance of not less than 1 4 between the hood and the underside of the combustible material or metal cabinet The hood must be at least as wide as the appliance and centered over the applia...

Page 35: ...k 30 30 1 2 Minimum 13 To wall on either side standard burner models To wall on either side sealed burner models Maximum depth for cabinets above countertops Front edge of the range side panel forward from cabinet 18 0 Minimum 1 4 Minimum Minimum to cabinets on either side of the range 36 To cabinets below cooktop and at the range back 30 30 6 Minimum 13 Minimum clearance to right wall Maximum dep...

Page 36: ...your purchase call 1 800 626 8774 to receive one at no cost in Canada call 1 800 561 3344 For installation instructions of the bracket visit geappliances com in Canada geappliances ca n For your safety never use your range for warming or heating the room Your oven and cooktop are not designed to heat your kitchen Top burners should not be operated without cookware on the grate Such abuse could res...

Page 37: ... to the 1 2 NPT internal thread at inlet of regulator Use a backup wrench on the regulator fitting to avoid damage B When installing the range from the front remove the 90 elbow for easier installation C Install male 1 2 or 3 4 flare union adapter to the NPT internal thread of the manual shut off valve taking care to back up the shut off valve to keep it from turning D Connect flexible metal appli...

Page 38: ...ub shut off valve Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL oUTLET LoCATIoNS for models with Standard Twin Burners This area allows for flush range installation with through the floor connection of pipe stub shut off valve Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup This area allows for flush range installation with through the wa...

Page 39: ...3 4 Gas pipe Adapter Gas shut off valve Pressure regulator 45 Elbow Nipple Union 90 Elbow Black iron pipe Union Nipple Gas shut off valve 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe Gas Flow into Range Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve Gas Flow into Range Gas shut off valve 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe Pressure regulator Nipple 90 Elbow 90 Elbow Adapter Adapter 90 Elbow Quick connect or union...

Page 40: ...Pressure regulator Gas shut off valve Union Nipple Manifold pipe Pressure regulator 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe Gas shut off valve Nipple Union Black iron pipe 90 Elbow 40 Installation Instructions Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve Gas Flow into Range Gas Flow into Range 1 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe ...

Page 41: ...d automatically switch off power when a threshold leakage level is detected These devices must be manually reset by the consumer The National Electrical Code requires the use of GFCIs in kitchen receptacles installed to serve countertop surfaces Performance of the range will not be affected if operated on a GFCI protected circuit but occasional nuisance tripping of the GFCI breaker is possible 3 E...

Page 42: ...ada mobile home installation must be in accordance with the current CAN CSA Z240 MH Mobile Home Installation Code Electric Disconnect n Locate disconnect plug on the range back n Pinch sides of connector and pull out of range back 3 CHECK oPERATIoN oF SURFACE BURNERS Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after the range and gas supply lines have been carefully checked for lea...

Page 43: ...justable wrench to adjust the leveling legs until the range is level E After the range is level slide the range away from the wall so that the Anti Tip device can be installed 8 ADJUST THE BAKE AND BRoIL BURNER AIR SHUTTERS IF NECESSARy what adjustment to make A If the flames are yellow open the air shutter more than the original setting B If the flames blow away or flutter from the burner close t...

Page 44: ...he bracket must be reinstalled 9 wHEN ALL HooKUPS ARE CoMPLETED Make sure all controls are left in the off position Make sure the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the range is unobstructed wARNING n Range must be secured with an approved Anti Tip device n Unless properly installed the range could be tipped by you or a child standing sitting or leaning on an open door n After installing th...

Page 45: ...nversion Surface burners light The oven gas shut off valve To check the oven gas shut off valve on sealed burner but oven does not may have accidentally been models remove the warming drawer storage drawer or moved during cleaning or kick panel see the Care and cleaning of the range section moving and look for the gas shut off lever at the back of the range To check the oven gas shut off valve on ...

Page 46: ...t is cool Cookware not suited for broiling For best results use a pan designed for broiling oven bottom not securely See the Installation of the range section seated in position Oven temperature oven thermostat See the adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself section too hot or too cold needs adjustment Oven light does not work Light bulb is loose or defective Tighten or replace the bulb Plug on ...

Page 47: ...moved to the right self clean cycle The latch was not moved to the Move the latch to the right as far as it will go See the right when the OVEN TEMP knob Using the self cleaning oven section was set to CLEAN Self clean light on A power interruption occurred Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and move the latch some models blinks to the left as far as it will go Reset the range controls during self cle...

Page 48: ...unction Burning or oily odor This is normal in a new oven To speed the process set a self clean cycle for a emitting from the vent and will disappear in time minimum of 3 hours See the Using the self cleaning oven section Strong odor An odor from the insulation This is temporary around the inside of the oven is normal for the first few times the oven is used Fan noise A cooling fan may automatical...

Page 49: ...21027 Memphis TN 38122 1027 In Canada ge Parts 1 Factory Lane Moncton N B e1C 9M3 Broiler Pan Order Form Quantity ____________________ Part Number______________________________________________________________ ____________________ ______________________________________________________________ ____________________ ______________________________________________________________ Model Number __________...

Page 50: ... 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 For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this From the date of the limited one year warranty GE wil...

Page 51: ... the defective part Staple your receipt here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty GE Gas Range Warranty For customers in Canada EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpo...

Page 52: ...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 In Canada call 1 888 261 2133 Parts and accessories In the U S GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover ca...

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