GE JGBP31 Owner'S Manual & Installation Instructions Download Page 50

Page: 50 / 56

Notes.

Operating

Instructions

Safety Instructions

Care and Cleaning

Installation

Instructions

oubleshooting T

ips

Consumer Support

Summary of Contents for JGBP31

Page 1: ... Burner Grates 29 Control Panel and Knobs 32 Cooktop Surface 29 Door Removal 30 Kick Panel 31 Lift up Cooktop 32 Oven Bottom 30 Oven Light Replacement 33 Oven Vents 32 Self Cleaning 24 25 Shelves 33 Stainless Steel Surfaces 29 Storage Drawer 31 Warming Drawer 31 Installation Instructions 34 45 Air Adjustment 44 Anti Tip Device 37 45 Checking Burner Ignition 43 Connecting the Range to Gas 38 41 Dim...

Page 2: ...sonal 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 install...

Page 3: ...roperly 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 businesses to...

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

Page 5: ...ts melt slowly Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point 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 Do not flame foods on the cooktop If you do flame foods under the hood turn the fan on Do not use a wok on the cooking surface if the wok ...

Page 6: ...f meat is too close to the flame the fat may ignite Trim excess fat to prevent excessive flare ups Make sure any broiler pan is in place correctly to reduce the possibility of grease fires 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 For safety and proper cooking performance always bake and broil with the...

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

Page 8: ...e 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 precise co...

Page 9: ... 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 recommend t...

Page 10: ... 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 the...

Page 11: ...ter 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 Broil Light Flashes while in edit mode you can switch from Hi to Lo Broil at this point Glows when the oven is in broil mode Indicator Lights on some pads EDIT mode lasts several seconds a...

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

Page 13: ... display will show the oven temperature To change the oven temperature during BAKE cycle touch the Bake pad and then the or pads to get the new temperature Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe Cook longer if necessary Touch the Clear Off pad when baking is finished and then remove the food from the oven Type of Food Shelf Position Frozen pies on cookie sheet B or C Angel food cake B b...

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: ...g 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 of d...

Page 16: ...ouching 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 pad...

Page 17: ... 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 day...

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: ...he Bake 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 ge com How to Set for Regular Baking Roasting N...

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: ...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 of m...

Page 22: ... minutes Do not put liquid or water in the warming drawer For moist foods cover them with a lid or aluminum foil For crisp foods leave them uncovered 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 cove...

Page 23: ... pans Preheat on Lo setting 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 Use only heat safe dishes If you want to heat fine china please check with the manufacturer of the dishes for their maximum heat tolerance You may warm empty serving dishes while preheating the drawer CAUTION Dishes will be hot Use ...

Page 24: ...cleaning 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 norma...

Page 25: ... 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 amount o...

Page 26: ...anser like Soft Scrub brand or Bon Ami brand Rinse well to remove any traces of the cleanser that might clog the surface burner openings Do not use steel wool because it will clog the surface burner openings and scratch the surface burners If the holes become clogged clean them with a sewing needle or twist tie Before putting the surface burner back shake out excess water and then dry it thoroughl...

Page 27: ...trols OFF before removing the burner parts and drip pans if so equipped The burner grates caps burner heads and drip pans if so equipped can be lifted off making them easy to clean CAUTION Do not operate the cooktop without all burner parts drip pans if so equipped and grates in place NOTE Do not lift the cooktop Lifting the cooktop on sealed burner models can lead to damage and improper operation...

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: ...he cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull clean up spills right away Foods with a lot of acid tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices etc or foods with high sugar content could cause a dull spot if allowed to set When the surface has cooled wash and rinse For other spills such as fat spatterings etc wash with soap and water once the surface has cooled Then rinse and polish with a dry cloth NOTE Do ...

Page 30: ...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 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 shelf below the she...

Page 31: ...sert 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 remo...

Page 32: ...nobs can be cleaned in a dishwasher or they may also be washed with soap and water Make sure the insides of the knobs are dry before replacing Replace the knobs in the Off position to ensure proper placement Metal parts can be cleaned with soap and water Do not use steel wool abrasives ammonia acids or commercial oven cleaners Dry with a soft cloth Vent appearance and location vary Pull the knob s...

Page 33: ...movable glass cover that is held in place with a bail shaped wire Remove the oven door if desired to reach cover easily To remove Hold a hand under the cover so it doesn t fall when released With fingers of the same hand firmly push back the wire cover holder Lift off the cover Do not remove any screws to remove the cover Do not touch hot bulb with a wet cloth Replace bulb with a 40 watt household...

Page 34: ...his 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 switches E...

Page 35: ... the range up to 200 F Avoid placing cabinets above the range To reduce the hazard caused by reaching over the open flames of operating burners install a ventilation hood over the range that projects forward at least 5 beyond the front of the cabinets 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 b...

Page 36: ...placed with 0 clearance flush at the back wall 36 To cabinets below cooktop and at the range back 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 1 4 Minimum to cabinets on either side of the range 36 28 to 281 4 Depth with door cl...

Page 37: ...rawer Check to be sure that no range parts have come loose during shipping WARNING ANTI TIP DEVICE 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 installed and engaged properly carefully tip the range forward...

Page 38: ... appliance connector is recommended unless local codes require a hard piped connection Never use an old connector when installing a new range If the hard piping method is used you must carefully align the pipe the range cannot be moved after the connection is made To prevent gas leaks put pipe joint compound on or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon around all male external pipe threads A Install a ...

Page 39: ...e floor connection of pipe stub 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 ins...

Page 40: ...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 41: ...pe Adapter Flex connector 6 ft max Manifold pipe 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 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 ...

Page 42: ...it and 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 GFCI s 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 possib...

Page 43: ...ting proper operation of the spark module Once the air has been purged from the supply lines burners should light within 4 seconds After burner lights rotate knob out of the LITE position Try each burner in succession until all burners have been checked Quality of Flames The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually If burner flames look like A call for service Normal bur...

Page 44: ... warming drawer storage drawer or kick panel Remove the drawer or panel See the Care and cleaning of the range section To adjust the flow of air to either burner loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter toward open or closed position as needed The flames for the top broil burner should be steady with approximately 1 blue cones and should not extend out over the edges of the burner baf...

Page 45: ...e within 4 inches If it does not the 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 If the Anti Tip Device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the Anti Tip Device WB02k10020 Range must be secured with an approved Anti Tip ...

Page 46: ...ave 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 standard twin burner models raise the cooktop and look for the gas shut off lever at the extreme right rear corner Follow the directions...

Page 47: ...esigned for broiling Make sure it 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 Tigh...

Page 48: ...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 clean cycle to the desired settings See the Using the self cleaning oven section Door appears in the Self cleaning cycle has been Mov...

Page 49: ... models resetting any cooking function 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 nois...

Page 50: ...50 Notes Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ...

Page 51: ...otection 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 all y...

Page 52: ...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 800 432 2737 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It will help you operate your new appliance properly Model Number Serial Number E mail A...

Page 53: ...a heavy duty oven shelves NOW AVAILABLE for your range GE s innovative self cleanable porcelain coated oven shelves Heavy Duty Durable Able to be cleaned in a self cleaning oven Visit ge com for more information Drip Pans Oven Shelves Broiler Pan Light Bulbs Knobs Cleaner Grates Surface Burners Caps Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Safety Inst...

Page 54: ...ghts 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 will a...

Page 55: ...er For The Period Of Mabe 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 Mabe will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service original purchase to replace the defective part WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Warrantor MABE CANADA INC Staple your receip...

Page 56: ... 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 In Canada call 1 800 461 3636 Parts and Accessories ge com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are ...

Search results

Summary of Contents for JGBP31

Reviews:

Related manuals for JGBP31

Brands by name

Popular brands

GE JGBP31, Owner'S Manual & Installation Instructions

Search results

Summary of Contents for JGBP31

Reviews:

Related manuals for JGBP31

Brands by name

Popular brands