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Summary of Contents for JHP70GN

Page 1: ...rosting by Time 15 Hold Time 14 Minute Second Timer 13 14 Probe 17 18 Surface Cooking 27 28 Controls 2 7 Problem Solver 4g 50 Thermostat Adjustment Do It Yourself 30 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Care and Cleaning 43 48 Broiler Pan and Rack 46 Cooktop 46 Cooktop Surface Light 48 Lower Oven Door 45 Lower Oven Light 48 Microwave Oven 43 Microwave Oven Lamp 44 Probe 44 Removal of ...

Page 2: ...hat sold you the cooking center Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide It lists causes of minor operating problems that yoLl can comect yourself IF YOU NEED SERVICE To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the the back of this guide details including your phone number to We re proud of...

Page 3: ...alified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment Do not repair or replace any part of this appliance unless specifically recommended in this book All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Before performing any service DISCONNECT THE COOKING CENTER POWER SUPPLY AT THE HOUSEHOLD DISTRIBUTION PANEL BY REMOVING THE FUSE O...

Page 4: ...ther flaming pan on surface unit by covering pan completely with well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray or if available use a dry chemical or foam type extinguisher Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering with baking soda or if available a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flame in the oven can be smothered completely by closing the oven door and turning...

Page 5: ...ur microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn lfibeled for use in microwave ovens Do not overcook potatoes They could dehydrate and catch fire causing damage to your oven Do not operate the oven while empty to avoid damage to the oven and the danger of fire If by accident the oven should run empty a minute or two no harm is done However try to avoid op...

Page 6: ...king is very useful but should be used carefully Even microwave safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking In longer exposures to overcooking the food and cookware could ignite For these reasons 1 Use microwave safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookwa...

Page 7: ...and Care Book Before self cleaning the oven remove the broiler pan and other cookware If the self cleaning mode malfunctions turn the oven OFF and disconnect the power supply Have serviced by a qualified technician After broiling always take the broiler pan out of the oven and clean it Leftover grease in the broiler pan can catch on fire the next time you use the pan Surface Cooking Units Use prop...

Page 8: ... When flaming foods are under the hood turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flame Foods for frying should be as dry as possible Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods 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 o...

Page 9: ... or servicing of I 4 inch thick plywood between the cooking center and carpeting LEVELING THE COOKING CENTER Leveling screws are located on each corner of the base of the cooking center By removing the bottom drawer you can level the cooking center on an uneven floor with the LISC of a nutdriver To remove the drawer pLIll the drawer straight out and lift over the Ll ide stops To replace the drawer...

Page 10: ... ES OF YOUR COOKING CENTER 111 1111 Ir J Ii W Jllu 10 ...

Page 11: ...roil Stop Position 45 Easily removed for cleaning 19 Storage Drawer 3 47 Explained Feature Index on page 20 Lower Oven Door Gasket 7 39 45 21 Broiler Pan and Rack 37 38 lower oven only 46 Do not clean in the Self Clean oven 22 Bake Unit lower oven Maybe 45 lifted gently for wiping oven floor 23 Lower Oven Shelves 7 29 with Stop Locks 33 35 39 24 Lower Oven Shelf Supports 29 Shelf positions for coo...

Page 12: ...til you either open the door or press the CLEAR OFF pad 8 POWER LEVEL Press this pad befbre entering another power level number if you want to change from the automatic power level 10 High for cooking or power level 3 Low for defrosting 12 9 CLEAR OFF When pressed it shuts off the microwave oven and erases all microwave settings except the time of day 10 START After all selections are made press t...

Page 13: ...dtoes egg yolks and chicken Iilcrs to prevent bursting All these things are normal with Di mm i n of the ctl I i ht ond o Somc TY Radio in crference your microwave oben change in the blo er sound nl nl i ht be noticed w hi le using Stcanl or Jqwr escaping from ocxLIr w hi Ic operation at power OLII nlicrowa re o cn 1 s similar Ie els other than high to the interference couscd by LII OLllld hC dool...

Page 14: ... Press the 1 0 0 and p ds to hold for ten minutes D 6 Press the TIME COOK pad TIME COOK 7 Press the 2 5 and pads to set 25 minutes of cooking time c1 Press he START pad START As each function is automatically performed the oven display shows instructions entered and the function 9 When lime is Lip the o en con rol signals and the oven automatically shuts off NOTE Foods th it spoil easily such as m...

Page 15: ... DEF defrosting time press the POWER LEVEL pad then press the desired number for a new power level Press the START pad 3 Select one half of the total defrosting time recommended in your cookbook For example press 4 and 0 to set 4 minutes Defrosting Tips Family size pre packaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Fo...

Page 16: ...e cooking If there is not time remaining on the timer yOLI must reset the timer to resume cooking To change the power level after setting the Cook Time press the POWER LEVEL pad then press the desired number for the new power level How to Use the Time Cook II Feature The Time Cook II feature lets you set two time cooking functions within one program This is ideal when you want to change power leve...

Page 17: ...f the internal START temperature of the roast is less than 80 F the display will show COOL if the roast s internal temperature is 80 F or above the display shows the temperature counting up 6 When 125 F is reached the oven control signals and HOLd will be on the display The oven will then hold the temperature 7 Press the CLEAR OFF pad to stop the cycle 8 Remove the probe and the roast from the ove...

Page 18: ...en wall How to Auto Roast Beef to Medium c1 AUTO 1 Press the AUTO ROAST pad ROAST 1 2 Press the number pad 2 3 Press the START pad The display shows COOL and ROAST CODE 2 until the food temperature reaches 80 F 4 At 80 F the display switches to show the meat s internal temperature 5 When you select Auto Roast codes 1 2 3 or 4 the oven control signals with 3 beeps and TURn flashes in the display wh...

Page 19: ... The U S Dept of AgricultuI e says Rare beef is popular but you should know that cooking it to only 140 F means some food poisoning organisms may survive Source Safe Food Book Your Kitchen Guide USDA Rev June 1985 Automatic Simmer Guide Auto Roast code 6 Approx Food Time Hours Comments Beef Pot Roast 5 7 Add enou h liquid to just cover the meat If adding vegetables make sure they we completely cov...

Page 20: ...r code 2 4 Enter the weight For example press number pads 1 and 2 for weight of 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces See the Conversion Guide After 4 seconds START flashes 5 Press the START ptid u START Twice during defrosting the oven control signals 3 times and TURn flashes and the oven shuts off TURn continues to flash until you open the door After turning the food close the door and press the START pad...

Page 21: ...ip Shield where necessary I Chicken Pieces Turn over Separate and remove defrosted pieces Cornish hens whole Remove wrapper and turn over lCornish hens split I lTurnover I I Fish fillets Turn over Shrimp scallops Separate Whole fish Turn over and shield tail and head Separate and remove defrosted pieces Separate and remove defrosted pieces STAND TIME 5 minutes 2 minutes 5 minutes 5 minutes 90 minu...

Page 22: ...d close the door and press the START pad immediately Automatic Cooking Codes Automatic cooking codes 1 through 9 are designed t give you easy automatic results with a number of popular foods See the Automatic Cooking control Guide section for specific foods and instructions For Example AUTO 1 Place covered food in the oven c1 COOK Press the AUTO COOK pad m 2 Press the number pad for the desired co...

Page 23: ...er Plastic wrap should c O g J f h be lo e over food to allow for expansion Seal by pressing plastic wrap firmly around edges For frozen entrees in paperboard trays remove tray from box t do not remove I Ilm over tray Thick entrees may take longer to cook For frozen foods in metal trays remove foil covering and baked goods reinsert tray into box and close ends of box Slit plastic pouches 1 inch as...

Page 24: ...tew all canned vegetables Leftovers TV Dinners except for those with pasta Frozen Entrees Frozen Pouch Meals Frozen Lasagna Casseroles W ith precocjked ingredient in a white sauce such as una noodle casserole turkey tetrazzini With raw ingredients such as hamburger patty stew scalloped potatoes seafood casseroles Auto Cook Code 1 1 1 2 5 4 6 Container Microwave safe container matched to size of fo...

Page 25: ... 7 9 min 22 25 min 1 hr 30 min 1 hr 45 min 60 65 min 65 90 min 4 6 min 2 1 28 min 5 8 min 10 1 5 min 8 16 min depending on number 8 10 min I 2 13 min 7 9 min 12 14 min Comments Cover with wax paper to prevent spatters Cover tightly with plastic wrap venting one corner Cover tightly with plastic wrap venting one corner Cover with wax paper When the oven control signals rotate dish 1 2 turn Cover wi...

Page 26: ...nt arcing remove the shelf when you are not using it How to Heat or Reheat Several Different Types of Food Together When heating several different types of food Place on shelf large together foods which must be served hot must or more dense be placed on the oven shelf while foods which are foods which need only warmed should be placed on the floor This is the most heating because microwave energy ...

Page 27: ...oking Guide for Using Heats HI Quick start for cooking bring water to boil NOTE MEDIUM HIGH 7 Fast fry pan broil maintain At HI MEDIUM HIGH 7 never leave food fast boil on large amount of food unattended Boilovers cause smoking greasy MEDIUM 4 Saute and brown maintain slow boil spillovers may catch fire on lar e amount of food At WM LOW 3 melt chocolate butter on LOW 3 Cook after starting at HI co...

Page 28: ...NG FOODS OTHER THAN WATER Most syrup or sauce mixtures and all types of frying cook at temperatures much higher than boiling water Such temperatures could eventually harm cooktop surfaces surrounding surface units Observe Following Points in Canning 1 Be sure the canner fits over the center of the surface unit If your range or its location does not allow the canner to be centered on the cooking un...

Page 29: ... off switch to turn light on and off when door is closed The switch is located above the door of the lower oven Oven Shelves The shelves are designed with stop locks so when placed correctly on he shelf supports they will stop before coming completely out of the oven and will not tilt when you are removing food from them or placing food on them When placing the cookware on a shelf pull the shelf o...

Page 30: ...that you use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it following the times given in your recipes as a guide If you think your new oven is too hot or too cold you can adjust the temperature yourself If you think it is too hot adjust the thermostat to make it cooler If you think it is too cool adjust the thermostat to make it hotter We do not recommend the use of inexpensive ther...

Page 31: ... set to turn on and off automatically To set the clock first press the CLOCK pad and then the number pads to enter the time of day Press the START pad and the clock will be set How to Set Immediate Start and Automatic Stop To avoid possible burns place the shelves in the 4 Press the START pad correct position before yOLI tLlrn the oven on 5 When baking is completed the oven control The oven will t...

Page 32: ...pads 7 0 and O to enter 7 00 to set the time you want the oven to turn off c1 6 Press the START pad The oven START automatically figures the Start Time so the oven will turn off when you want baking to be completed In this example baking will begin at 4 00 and the oven will turn off at 7 00 When the Baking Time is completed the oven control signals and the oven automatically shuts oft c1 7 Press t...

Page 33: ... without a preheat indicator light or tone preheat higher temperature does not shorten preheat time 10 minutes After the oven is preheated place the food in the oven as quickly as possible to prevent heat from escaping 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 cris...

Page 34: ...t A cake baked in a pan larger than the recipe for baking since the shiny foil pan reflects heat away recommends will usually be crisper thinner and drier from the pie crust the cookie sheet helps retain it than it should be If baked in a pan smaller than recommended it may be undercooked and batter may overflow Check the recipe to make sure the pan size used is the one recommended Aluminum Foil N...

Page 35: ... knob to BAKE and the OVEN TENIP knob to 325 F Small poultry may be cooked at 375 F for best browning 4 After roasting is complete turn the OVEN SET knob to OFF and then remove the food from the oven Most meats continue to cook slightly while 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 ca...

Page 36: ...ss the grain of the meat unsealed allows the air to circulate and brown the meat ROASTING GUIDE Oven Type Temperature Meat Tender cuts rib high quality 325 sirloin tip rump or top round Lamb leg or bone in shoulder 325 Veal shoulder leg or loin 325 Pork loin rib or shoulder 325 Ham precooked 325 Poultry Chicken or Duck 325 Chicken pieces 350 Turkey 325 Doneness Raie Medium Well Done Rare Medium We...

Page 37: ...g the meal for easiest cleaning Use of Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan and broiler rack However you must mold the foil tightly to the rack and CLIt slits in it just like the rack Without the slits the foil will prevent fat and meat juices from draining to the broiler pan The juices cou d become hot enough to catch on fire If yOLI do not cut the si its yoLI are fryi...

Page 38: ... 1 2 to 3 4 inch thick c 10 7 Space evenly Up to X patties take about same imc I I I Beet Steaks Rare Medium Well Done Rare Medium Well Done 1 inch thick 1 to 1 X Ibs c c c c c c A I 6 5 Steaks less than 1 inch thick cook through before browning PJn frying is recommended Slash fat 1 8 6 12 II 10 7 x Is I 4 16 25 20 25 35 10 l 5 1 X inch thick 2 to 2X Ibs duce time about 5 to 10 minutes per side fo...

Page 39: ...se well with a vinegar and water mixture This will help prevent a brown residue from forming when the oven is heated Buff these areas with a dry cloth Clean the top sides and outside front of the oven door with soap and water AISCI clean under the oven vent grille E above the oven with soap and water Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners Make sure the oven light bulb cover D is in place Do not let...

Page 40: ...will not be able to open the door right away unless he oven temperature is at a safk le el After a Clean Cycle After cleaning is complete the oven door will stay locked until the oven cools If you cannot slide the latch easily to urdock the door allow additional time for clcanirlg N e er f orce the latch handle The latch slides easily F i itlg the latch handle may damage the door lock TurIl the Ol...

Page 41: ...th the cooking and cleaning functions Q Should there be any odor during the cleaning A Yes there maybe an odor during the first few cleanings Failure to wipe out excessive soil might also cause a strong odor when cleaning Q What causes the hair like lines on the enameled surface of my oven A This is a normal condition resulting from heating and cooling during cleaning These lines do not affect how...

Page 42: ...requently To clean agitate in 1 solution of detergent and hot water Light brushing may be used to help remove embedded soil and dust With careful use and handling filters will last for years However if replacement becomes necessary obtain a filter from your GE dealer How to Remove and Replace the Filters Cooking top Place finger in the recess at the front edge of the filter push the filter to the ...

Page 43: ...ut the inside of the microwave An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh Spills and spatters are easy to remove from walls and floor That s beczwse there s little heat except in the food or sometimes in the cookware Some spatters wipe Llp with a paper towel some nlay require a damp cloth Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth then rinse and dr...

Page 44: ...e screwdriver and remove the screw in the front of the lamp cover Silicone adhesive Lift the lamp cover and gently twist the bulb to break the white silicone adhesive attached to the bulb and socket which is present to prevent damage during shipping Unscrew the bulb and replace with a btllb of the same type and wattage available from your GE supplier Screw the replacement bulb into the socket repl...

Page 45: ...or 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 ithas become displaced on the door you should have it replaced NOTE The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to allow for proper air circulation 1 l i 1 I I Outside of the door Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and fr...

Page 46: ...t bend the surface unit plug terminals Do not attempt to clean adjust or in any way repair the plug in receptacle To remove the drip pans for cleaning the surface units must be removed first Make sure the surface units are completely cool before touching them Surface unit Drip pan Lift the surface unit about 1 inch above the drip pan and pull it out Do not lift ihe surface unit more than 1 inch If...

Page 47: ...ss while cleaning dry with a soft cloth Metal parts can be cleaned with soap and water Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid Do not use steel wool abrasives ammonia acids or cleansers plastic scouring pads or oven cleansers commercial oven cleaners Dry with a soft cloth on the control panel they will damage the finish A 50 50 solution of vinegar and hot water solution works well The control ...

Page 48: ...household t ulb Cooktop Surface Light and Starter CAUTION Do not touch the bulb when it is hot I or with wet hands Never wipe light area with a wet cioth Interrupt electrical supply to the cooking center before removing To replace bulb 1 Remove the retaining panel remove 3 screws securing the top of the lamp glass panel 2 Carefully pull the lamp glass out by the top edge lifting it upward and out ...

Page 49: ...n pressed Difficulty may be in the main distribution panel of your house by a blown oven cir it fuse a tripped oven circuit br aker th main fuse or the main circuit breaker depending on nature of the power supply If a circuit breaker is involved reset it Xf the controI box uses fuses the overt fuse a cartridge type should be changed BUT ONLY BY SOMEONE FAMILIAR WITH ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS If after do...

Page 50: ...oven has not cooled to a safe temperature Y 71LL NOT UNLOCK LOWER OVEN DOOR Turn the OVEN SET knob to OFF Wait until the oven has cooled and the latch ACCIDENTALLY LOCKED slides easily to open the door Reset the oven for either Baking or Broiling WHILE BAKING OR BROILING BURNING OR OILY This is normal in a new oven and will disappear in time To speed the process ODOR EMITTING FROM set a self clean...

Page 51: ...earing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of C E access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may appliances and a brochure LO call 800 rDD GllAC 800 833 4322 to request assist in planning a barrier free information or service kitchen for persons with limited mobilit Iso obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 200 Service Contracts 801L626 2224 You can h i e he secure fee...

Page 52: ...7 WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information sewice Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact you...

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