GE JMS08 Owner'S Manual Download Page 14

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning

Tr

oubleshooting T

ips

Consumer Support

Before You Call For Service…

Troubleshooting Tips 
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

Surface units  not

The surface units are not  

With the controls off, check to make sure the surface 

functioning properly

plugged in solidly.

unit is plugged completely into the receptacle.

The surface unit controls

Check to see the correct control is set for the surface 

improperly set.

unit you are using.

The drip pans are not set

With the controls off, check to make sure the drip 

securely in the cooktop.

pan is in the recess in the cooktop and that the 
opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle.

Oven will not work

Plug on range is not completely

Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly

inserted in the electrical outlet.

grounded outlet.

A fuse in your home may be 

Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.

blown or the circuit breaker 
tripped.

Oven control improperly set.

See the 

Using the oven

section.

Food does not bake 

Oven control improperly set.

See the 

Using the oven

section.

or roast properly

Shelf position is incorrect 

See the 

Using the oven

section.

or the shelf is not level.

Incorrect cookware or cookware  

See the 

Using the oven

section.

of improper size being used.

Oven thermostat needs 

See the 

Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!

adjustment.

section.

Food does not

Oven control improperly set.

See the 

Using the oven

section.

broil properly

Door not open to the broil stop

See the 

Using the oven

section.

position as recommended.

Improper shelf position.

See the 

Broiling Guide.

Food being cooked 

Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range.

in a hot pan.

Make sure it is cool.

Cookware not suited for broiling.

Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your range.

Aluminum foil used on the 

See the 

Using the oven

section.

broiling pan and grid has not 
been fitted properly and slit as 
recommended.

In some areas the power  

Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes.  Broil for 

(voltage) may be low.

the longest period of time recommended in the 

Broiling Guide.

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Summary of Contents for JMS08

Page 1: ...or 11 Lift Up Cooktop 13 Light 11 Painted Surfaces 10 Porcelain Enamel Cooktop 10 Porcelain Oven Interior 12 Shelves 11 Stainless Steel Surfaces 10 Surface Units 13 Vent 10 Troubleshooting Tips 14 15...

Page 2: ...lammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker or fuse Mark it for easy reference Before performing any service disconnect the range...

Page 3: ...ng the oven door and turning the oven off or by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liqui...

Page 4: ...s face and or eyes Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Keep the oven vent unobstructed Keep the oven free from grease buildup P...

Page 5: ...ff before removing cookware Do not immerse or soak the removable surface units Do not put them in a dishwasher Do not flame foods on the cooktop If you do flame foods under the hood turn the fan on Al...

Page 6: ...ook evenly at low to medium heat settings Steel pans may cook unevenly if not combined with other metals For best cooking results pans should be flat on the bottom Match the size of the saucepan to th...

Page 7: ...at indicator light or tone preheat 10 minutes Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven If you...

Page 8: ...to Well Done 1 2 to 3 4 thick 8 patties take about the same time Beef Steaks Rare 1 thick C 6 5 Steaks less than 1 Medium 1 to 11 2 lbs C 8 6 thick cook through Well Done C 12 11 before browning Pan f...

Page 9: ...few weeks to become more familiar with it If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold you can adjust the thermostat yourself Do not use thermometers such as those found in grocery stores...

Page 10: ...shwasher 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 Pull the knob strai...

Page 11: ...age directions Clean the inside of the oven window with a mild non scratching cleaner and a damp cloth To clean the outside of the door Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front o...

Page 12: ...will stay new looking for years Let the range cool before cleaning We recommend that you wear rubber gloves when cleaning the range Soap and water will normally do the job Heavy spattering or spillove...

Page 13: ...er Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals Do not attempt to clean adjust or in any way repair the plug in receptacle Drip Pans Remove the surface units Then lift out the drip pans For best result...

Page 14: ...reset circuit breaker blown or the circuit breaker tripped Oven control improperly set See the Using the oven section Food does not bake Oven control improperly set See the Using the oven section or...

Page 15: ...light Call for service is broken Oven temperature too Oven thermostat See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself hot or too cold needs adjustment section Strong odor An odor from the insulation...

Page 16: ...16 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Notes...

Page 17: ...protection 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 mo...

Page 18: ...ere Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registrat...

Page 19: ...e service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service In Alaska t...

Page 20: ...vailable while your 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...

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