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1.  Convection Cooking Modes: 

Convection cooking 

modes use increased air circulation to improve 
performance. The type of benefit depends on the 
mode. Your oven has the following convection cooking 
modes: Bake Multi Rack and Roast. See the Cooking 
Modes section for more information.

2.  Traditional Cooking Modes: 

Your oven has the 

following traditional cooking modes: Bake, Broil Hi, 
Broil Lo and Warm. See the Cooking Modes section for 
more information.

3. Clean: 

Your oven has a Self Clean mode. See the 

Cleaning the Oven section for important information 
about using this mode.

4. Start: 

Must be pressed to start any cooking, cleaning, 

or timed function.

5. Cancel/Off: 

Cancels ALL oven operations except the 

clock and timer.

6. Cook 

Time:

 

Counts down cooking time and turns 

off the oven when the cooking time is complete. 
Press the 

Cook Time

 pad, use the number pads to 

program a cooking time in hours and minutes, then 
press 

Start.

  This can only be used with Traditional 

Bake, Convection Bake, Convection Bake Multi, and 
Convection Roast.

7. Clock:

 

Sets the oven clock time. Press the

 9 

and

 0

 pads 

and hold for 3 seconds or press 

Set Clock

 pad (on 

some models). Use the number pads to program the 
clock. Press 

Start

 to save the time.

8. Timer: 

Works as a countdown timer. Press the 

Timer

 

pad and the number pads to program the time in 
hours and minutes. Press the 

Start

 pad. The oven will 

continue to operate when the timer countdown is 
complete. To turn the timer off press the 

Timer

 pad.

9. Delay 

Time:

 

Delays when the oven will turn on. Use 

this to set a time when you want the oven to start. 
Press the 

Delay Time

 

pad and use the number pads 

to program the time of day for the oven to turn on. 
Press the desired cooking mode and temperature then 
press 

Start

. A cook time may also be programmed if 

desired. This can only be used with Traditional Bake, 
Convection Bake Multi Rack, Convection Roast and 
Self-Clean.

 NOTE: 

When using the delay time feature,

 

foods that 

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1 hour before or after cooking. Room temperature 
promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure that 
the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will 
speed harmful bacteria growth.

10. Oven Light(s): 

Turns the oven light(s) on or off.

11. Lock Controls: 

Locks out the control so that pressing 

the pads does not activate the controls. Press and hold 
the 

Lock Controls 

pad for three seconds to lock or 

unlock the control. 

Cancel/Off

 is always active, even 

when the control is locked.

Oven Controls (Cont.) 

USING THE O

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ents

Oven Air Vents

Vent appearance and location vary.

Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They 
provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the 
range to keep cool and operate properly with correct 
combustion.

Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop, at 
the top and bottom of the oven door, and at the bottom 
of the range.

Summary of Contents for JGB850SEFSS

Page 1: ...op 20 Cleaning The Door 23 Maintenance 24 Troubleshooting Tips 26 Ranges Double Oven Self Cleaning Gas Write the model and serial numbers here Model __________________ Serial ___________________ You can find them on a label on the side trim or on the front of the lower oven behind the oven door In Canada contact us at www GEAppliances ca For a Spanish version of this manual visit our Website at GE...

Page 2: ... underneath the range to see that the rear leveling leg is engaged in the bracket On some models the storage drawer or kick panel can be removed for easy inspection If visual inspection is not possible slide the range forward confirm the anti tip bracket is securely attached to the floor or wall and slide the range back so the rear leveling leg is under the anti tip bracket If the range is pulled ...

Page 3: ...LP gas If required these adjustments must be made by a qualified technician in accordance with the installation instructions and local codes The agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut off valve and how to turn it off if necessary Plug your range into a 120 volt grounded outlet only Do not remove the round...

Page 4: ...d bottom of the oven door and at the bottom of the range under the warming drawer lower oven drawer or kick panel Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders touch surface burners burner grate or oven heating element Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of pot holders Do not touch the heating elements or the i...

Page 5: ...zen foods with excessive amounts of ice Use proper pan size and avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped Select cookware that is matched to the size of the burner Burner flames should be adjusted so that they do not extend beyond the bottom of the pan Excessive flame may be hazardous Always use the LITE position when igniting the top burners and make sure the burners have ignited When using g...

Page 6: ...use Items stored in an oven can ignite Do not leave items on the cooktop near the oven vent which is in the center of the backguard Items may overheat resulting in a risk of fire or burns When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturer s directions Never broil with door open Open door broiling is not permitted due to overheating of control knobs The self cleaning feature op...

Page 7: ...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 purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA If the product is located i...

Page 8: ...liances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 ASSISTANCE ACCESSORIES Try the GE Appliances Website www geappliances com service_and_support 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts or even schedule service on line Accessories Looking For Something More GE offers a variety of accessories to improve your cooking and m...

Page 9: ...ou will hear a clicking noise the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner When one burner is turned to LITE all burners will spark Sparking will continue as long as the knob remains at LITE Once gas is ignited turn the knob to adjust the flame size Use of the Surface Burners Your gas rangetop has sealed gas burners They offer convenience cleanability and flexibility for a wide range of coo...

Page 10: ...y slowly Heatproof Glass Ceramic Can be used for either surface or oven cooking It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly Check cookware manufacturer s directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges Stove Top Grills Do not use an after market stove top grill on your gas surface burners A stove top grill will cause incomplete combustion resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowab...

Page 11: ...st use rinse with hot water and dry thoroughly Prepare the surface with cooking spray or vegetable oil NOTE Do not place the griddle in a microwave oven NOTE Do not clean the griddle in the self cleaning oven Doing so will remove the seasoned finish For instructions on how to clean the griddle see Care and Cleaning section These griddles can only be used over the oval burner in the center of the r...

Page 12: ...12 49 85213 1 4 4 2 2 2 2 4 4 5 5 5 5 3 2 9 6 3 7 9 6 3 7 6 8 9 1 8 8 9 6 11 10 10 Oven Controls USING THE OVEN Oven Controls Convection Non Convection 10 11 ...

Page 13: ...ll continue to operate when the timer countdown is complete To turn the timer off press the Timer pad 9 Delay Time Delays when the oven will turn on Use this to set a time when you want the oven to start Press the Delay Time pad and use the number pads to program the time of day for the oven to turn on Press the desired cooking mode and temperature then press Start A cook time may also be programm...

Page 14: ...ss the Cook Time pad to view the current setting or to change the setting The control will sound the oven tone at the new volume level each time the sound level is changed Autorecipe Conversion This feature ON OFF automatically adjusts the programmed recipe temperature in Convection Multi Bake mode Note This option does not convert baking time only temperatures This option does not adjust temperat...

Page 15: ... onto the left and right edges Extension Racks on some models Extension racks have a frame that locks into the rack supports on both sides Once the frame is locked into place always pull the rack out by its upper front rail to its full extension stop position when placing or removing cookware If extension racks are difficult to extend lubricate the racks with the graphite lubricant provided with y...

Page 16: ...sition farther from the burner or by using Broil Lo Broil Hi The Broil Hi mode uses intense heat from the upper burner to sear foods Use Broil Hi for thinner cuts of meat and or foods you prefer less done on the interior To use this mode press the Broil pad once and then press Start It is not necessary to preheat when using this mode Broil Lo The Broil Lo mode uses less intense heat from the upper...

Page 17: ... slowly but retain heat well These types of pans work well for dishes such as pies and custards Air insulated pans heat slowly and can reduce bottom browning Keep cookware clean to promote even heating Cookware USING THE OVEN Cookware Aluminum Foil Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottoms The foil will trap heat below and upset the performance of the oven Foil can melt and permanently damage ...

Page 18: ...broil pan Bone in chicken breasts legs thighs Broil Lo Bake Upper Lower A 2 If breaded or coated in sauce avoid Broil Hi modes Broil skin side down first Watch food closely when broiling Boneless chicken breasts Broil Lo Bake Upper Lower A 2 Watch food closely when broiling Whole turkey Convection Roast Bake Lower R or 1 Leave uncovered use a low sided pan such as a broil pan Watch food closely wh...

Page 19: ...ontaining acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately Let hot surfaces cool then clean and rinse Oven Interior The interior of your new oven can be cleaned manually or by using the Steam Clean or Self Clean modes Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up as soon as hot surfaces cool then...

Page 20: ...cks Shiny or silver racks the meat probe and any cookware or other items should all be removed from the oven before initiating a self clean cycle The surface burners must be turned off prior to the self clean start time Cooktop burners will not start during self clean cycle Close the door Press the Clean pad once and a default self clean time is displayed Press the START pad or use the number pads...

Page 21: ...r heads in your dishwasher as dishwasher detergents will discolor your burners The ports in the burner heads must be kept clean at all times for an even unhampered flame Clogged or dirty burner ports or electrodes will not allow the burner to operate properly For proper ignition make sure the small hole in the notch that fits over the electrode is kept open A sewing needle or wire twist tie works ...

Page 22: ...re hazard Clean under the griddle with hot soapy water as soon as it is cool Do not wash your griddle in the dishwasher Do not place your griddle in a microwave oven Grate Support Bumpers If any of the rubber grate support bumpers in the cooktop are missing or damaged replacement parts can be obtained by calling 1 800 GE CARES To insert the new bumpers simply place the cone shaped end of the bumpe...

Page 23: ...yed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should have it replaced To clean the inside of the door Do not allow excess water to run into any holes or slots in the door Wipe dishwashing detergent over any baked on spatters on the glass Use a single sided safety razor blade to clean it off Then wipe over the glass with a soapy cloth to remove any residue and dry off The ...

Page 24: ...ting inside the oven clean the glass cover frequently using a wet cloth This should be done when the oven is completely cool Bulb Socket Tab 31ø2 Max length Glass cover Lift Off Lower Oven Door The door is very heavy Be careful when removing and lifting the door Do not lift door by the handle To Remove the Door 1 Fully open the door 2 Pull the hinge locks up and away from the range frame to the un...

Page 25: ... on hinge arms slightly to relieve pressure on the locking tabs 7 Push the hinge locks down onto the hinge 8 Push the hinges in toward the unit so they are closed To Replace the Door 1 Pull the hinges down away from the oven frame to the fully open position 2 Lift up on the hinge locks toward the oven frame until they stop 3 The hinges will release to the 45 degree position The hinge locks will co...

Page 26: ... pan slits In some areas the power voltage may be low Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes Oven temperature too hot or too cold Oven temperature needs adjustment See the Special Features section Oven does not work or appears not to work A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Oven controls improperly set See the Using the Ov...

Page 27: ...ve a function error code Press the Cancel Off pad Allow the oven to cool for one hour Put the oven back into operation If the function code repeats Disconnect all power to the oven for at least 30 seconds and then reconnect power If the function error code repeats call for service Display goes blank A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circu...

Page 28: ...ge section For lower oven drawer models remove the rear access panel by unscrewing the thumb screws in the upper left and right corners Look for the gas shut off lever at the back of the range Burners do not light Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly grounded outlet Gas supply not connected or turned on See the ...

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