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Cookware Guidelines

The material, finish, and size of cookware affect baking 
performance.  

Dark, coated and dull pans absorb heat more readily 
than light, shiny pans.  Pans that absorb heat more 
readily can result in a browner, crisper, and thicker crust.  
If using dark and coated cookware check food earlier 
than minimum cook time.  If undesirable results are 
obtained with this type of cookware consider reducing 
oven temperature by 25º F next time.  

Shiny pans can produce more evenly cooked baked 
goods such as cakes and cookies.  

Glass and ceramic pans heat 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

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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 the oven bottom. Damage from improper use of aluminum foil is not 
covered by the product warranty.

Foil may be used to catch spills by placing a sheet on a lower rack, several inches below the food. Do not use more 
foil than necessary and never entirely cover an oven rack with aluminum foil. Keep foil at least 1-1/2” from oven walls 
to prevent poor heat circulation.

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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