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 Let surface/modules/oven parts cool before touching or handling.

MATERIALS TO USE

GENERAL DIRECTIONS

Bake Element and
Broil Element

Do not clean the bake element or broil element. Any soil will burn 

 when the element

is heated. NOTE: The bake element can be lifted gently to clean the oven floor. If
spillover, residue or ash accumulates around the bake element, gently wipe around the

element with warm water.

Drain fat, cool pan and rack slightly. (Do not let soiled pan and rack 

 in 

 to

cool. ) Sprinkle on detergent. Fill the pan with warm water and spread damp cloth or
paper towel over the rack. Let pan and rack stand for a few minutes. Wash; scour if
necessary. Rinse and dry. OPTION: The broiler pan and rack may also be cleaned in a
dishwasher. DO NOT CLEAN IN SELF-CLEANING OVEN.

● 

Soap and Water

● 

Soap-Filled Scouring Pad

● 

Plastic Scouring Pad

● 

Dishwasher-Safe

 Mild Soap and Water

● 

Soap and Water

. Pad Type Oven Cleaners

Broiler–Pan and Rack

Control Knobs and
Knob Cups

Metal, including
Brushed Chrome
Surfaces

 off knobs. Wash gently but do not soak. Dry and return controls to range. When knobs

are removed, do not allow water to run down inside the control panel while cleaning.

DO NOT USE steel wool,
abrasives, ammonia, acids
or vinegar.

Wash, rinse and then polish with   dry cloth.
See expanded cleaning instructions under the Chrome
Module Surfaces section in this book.

INSIDE OF DOOR: Clean ONLY the door liner outside

the gasket. The door is automatically cleaned if the oven
is in the self-cleaning cycle. DO NOT rub or damage
gasket. Avoid getting soap and water on the gasket or in

Oven Door*

● 

Soap 

and Water

DO NOT USE steel 
abrasives, ammonia, acids,
commercial oven cleaners
or vinegar.

the openings on the door.
OUTSIDE OF DOOR: Use soap and water to
thoroughly clean the top, sides and front   the oven door,

Wash all glass with cloth dampened in soapy water. Rinse and polish with a dry cloth.

Soak with hydrogen peroxide. Frequent soakings help prevent soil build-up. Do not 
See Self-Clean section for more information.

Oven Door Glass

● 

Soap and Water

● 

Hydrogen Peroxide

Oven Liner

● 

Soap and Water

Cool before cleaning. Frequent wipings with mild soap and water will prolong the time
between 

 cleanings. Be sure to rinse thoroughly to avoid additional stains.

 Enamel and

ainted Surfaces*

 Paper Towel
 Dry Cloth
 Soap and Water

DO NOT USE oven cleaners,
cleansing powders or 
abrasives. These may scratch
the surface.

If acids should 

 on the range while it is hot, use   dry

paper towel or 

 to wipe up right away. When the

surface has cooled, wash and rinse.
For other spills, such as fat smatterings, etc., wash with
soap and water when cooled and then rinse. Polish with
a 

 cloth.

Shelves
(See Self-Cleaning
Oven Directions)

 Soap and Water

Your shelves can be cleaned with the self-cleaning function in the oven. For heavy soil,
clean by hand using any or all mentioned materials. Rinse thoroughly to remove 
materials after cleaning.

DO NOT USE a dishwasher
to clean the element coils.

Spatters and spills burn away when the coils are heated.
At the end of a meal, remove 

 cookware from the

Open Coil Elements
and Grill/Griddle
Element

 None Required

elements and heat the soiled elements at 

 Let the soil

burn off about a minute and switch the elements to OFF.
Avoid getting cleaning materials on the coils. Wipe off
any cleaning materials with a damp paper towel 
heating the element.

● 

DO NOT handle the element before completely cooled.

● 

Do not self-clean plug-in elements or immerse them in

any kind of liquid.

Wipe drip pans after each cooking so spatters 

 not “burn on” the next time you 

To remove “burned-on” spatters, use any or all cleaning materials mentioned. Rub 
with scouring pad to prevent scratching of the surface.
Can be cleaned in the dishwasher.
Will discolor if cleaned in self-cleaning oven.

Drip Pans in
Open Coil Modules

 Hot Soapy Water
 Stiff-Bristled Brush

Soap-Filled Scouring Pad
Dishwasher-Safe

*Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration. Spillovers 

should be wiped 

immediately, with care being taken not to touch any hot portion 

 the oven, When the surface is cool, clean and rinse,

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Summary of Contents for JSP50GN

Page 1: ...res 6 7 Self Cleaning Instructions 35 37 Installation Instructions 42 43 Shelves 23 26 28 30 Model and Serial Numbers Thermostat Adjustment 37 Oven Controls 24 25 3 Toe Space Filler 42 Modules 12 22 Problem Solver 40 41 GreaseJars 6 7 18 21 34 38 Safety Instructions 2 4 Griddle 20 21 Surfkce Module Cooking 8 22 Griddle Cooking Guide 22 Control Settings 8 Grill 17 18 Cookware Tips 13 Grill Cooking ...

Page 2: ...d write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 Accessories To add versatility to your modular range accessories are available at extra cost from your GE Appliances dealer See General Info...

Page 3: ...modules or any interior steam Do not let potholders area of the oven allow sufficient touch hot heating elements Do time for cooling first not use a towel or other bulky Potentially hot surfaces include cloth in place of a pot holder the grill grates griddle cooktop and areas facing the cooktop For your safety never use oven vent opening and surfaces your appliance for warming or heating the room ...

Page 4: ... to burner will also improve efllciency Never leave modules unattended at high or medium high heat settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch fire Never leave the kitchen whila using the grill NEVER USE WATER ON A GREASE FIRE Be sure drip pans and the vent duct are not covered and are in place Their absence during cooking could damage range parts and wiring Q Don t use a...

Page 5: ...s its cooking temperature reduce heat immediately to lowest setting that will keep it cooking Use residual heat with surface cooking whenever possible For example when cooking eggs in the shell bring water and eggs to a boil then turn setting to OFF position and cover cookware with a lid to complete the cooking 1 o Use correct heat settings for the cooking task HI to start cooking if time allows d...

Page 6: ...tures of Your Modular Grill Griddle Range See the General Information About Modules section of this book I Oven Door Gasket Please read specific instructions for care and cleaning of the oven door gasket 6 ...

Page 7: ...s the oven on and off automatically Oven Control and Thermostat Clock Timer Lets you time any kitchen function even when the oven is in use Oven ON Indicator Oven Display Panel Lock Light Appears during self clean The Door Lock Lever must be moved to the lock position 14 31 31 15 16 17 17 18 17 20 22 8 8 24 25 25 24 37 24 24 24 24 36 Explained Features Index on page Cooktop continued 14 Set Knob 2...

Page 8: ...rown maintain slow boil on large amount of food MED LO Cook after starting at HI cook with little water in covered pan LO Steam rice cereal maintain serving temperature of most foods NOTE 1 At HI and MED HI never leave food unattended Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers which may catch fire 2 At MED LO and LO melt chocolate or butter on small 6 unit of each module Step 1 Grasp desired co...

Page 9: ...artment of Agriculture Extension Service 4 Remember that canning is a process that generates large amounts of steam To avoid burns from steam or heat be careful when canning NOTE If your house has low voltage canning may take longer than expected even though directions have been carefully followed The process time will be shortened by 1 using a pressure canner and 2 starting with HOT tap water for...

Page 10: ...ntil light golden in color HI In covered pan bring fruit and water to boil HI Meh fat then add meat Switch to MED HI to brown meat Add water or other liquid HI Preheat skillet then grease lightly Setting to Complete Cooking LO or MED LO then add cereal Finish timing according to package directions MED t cook 1 or 2 minutes to completely blend ingredients LO to maintain gentle but steady perk Turn ...

Page 11: ... marshmallows add milk or water Cook 2 to 3 minutes per side Thick batter takes slightly longer time Turn over pancttkes when bubbles rise to surface Pasta Noodles or spaghetti MED HI Cook uncovered until tender For large amounts HI may be needed to keep water at rolling boil throughout entire cooking time MED HI for foods cooking 10 minutes or less MED for foods over 10 minutes LO To finish cooki...

Page 12: ... off before cooking is done Modules Accessories To purchase additional modules or accessories contact your nearest GE Appliances dealer or service center Part numbers are listed below Open Coil Element Module Part Number JXGC51 This module has one 6 and one 8 open coil element The elements and reflector bowls are removable for cleaning a Solid Disk Element Module dl Part Number JXGS54 This module ...

Page 13: ...l fitted lid to avoid evaporation loss and cook with as little water or fat as possible If the pan is too small energy is wasted and spillage can flow onto the element Do not use woks that have support rings These types of woks will not work on Solid Disc element or Radiant modules Using woks with support rings on open coil modules can shorten the life of the coil Do not try to use such woks witho...

Page 14: ...y I can foods and preserves on my module elements A Yes but only use cookware designed for canning purposes Check the manufacturer s instructions and recipes for preserving foods Be sure canner is flat bottomed and fits over the center of the module element coil Since canning generates large amounts of steam be careful to avoid burns from steam or heat Canning should only be done on the module ele...

Page 15: ...cause unsatisfactory cooking results See cookware tips for more information How to Insert Module Step 1 Be sure the controls are turned to OFF To install the module position the electrical plug to face the inside center wall between the two cooktop openings There you will see the electrical receptacle A receptacle is available in either cooktop opening Let the leading corners of the module rest on...

Page 16: ...ctrical plug remove the module The glass to face the inside center wall of the surface of the module will retain Y 1s hkely Be careful not to damage or bend the electrical plug Do not slide any cookware across the glass surface of the module Scratches to the surface will result cooktop opening There you will heat after the controls have been see the electrical receptacle A turned off Be careful no...

Page 17: ...s so they do not get out of hand Reflector Plates _ I Grill Element I If you have a bad flame up and Never line the grill grid or the there is danger of the fire spreading take the following steps immediately 1 Turn the grill controls to OFF and turn the overhead vent hood or venting microwave fan off 2 Use a long handled utensil to remove the food from the grill Be careful not to get burned The f...

Page 18: ...t curling Break the joints of split chickens so they will lie flat Q My grilled meats sometimes come out drier than they should What can I do to help prevent this A Season meats after cooking rather than before salt can draw out juices and dry out meat Use tongs to turn and rearrange meats on the grill forks will pierce the meat and release juices Q I follow the cooking times suggested but my food...

Page 19: ...total 40 50 Turn or rearrange often 15 20 Brush with melted butter I 17 20 If stuffed add 6 minutes to total time Cover top with foil ET E Fruit Slices 1 4 to l 2 in I 17 22 Firm fruit such as apples and pineapples are recommended Turn often I 6 7 per side Turn over after half of cooking time 8 9 per side 10 ii per side I 17 20 Rearrange often 8 10 oer side I 7 9 total Kabobs Meat HI Vegetable HI ...

Page 20: ...ve temperatures Using the Griddle The non stick griddle must be preconditioned before using it for the first time To precondition first wash the griddle in soap and water and dry Then use a paper towel to apply a small amount of cooking oil to the griddle Remove excess oil with a clean paper towel Grill Element Two Reflector Plates y Preheat the griddle as How to Remove recommended in the Griddle ...

Page 21: ...s recommended to assure good food quality and prevent spoilage Delicate foods such as eggs should not be kept more than 15 to 30 minutes entrees and casseroles may be warmed for 30 to 60 minutes Hors d oeuvres will stay hot for serving up to 1 or 1 X hours Rearrange or stir foods occasionally if possible Q Why aren t my foods done even though they have cooked the full time A Preheat the griddle fo...

Page 22: ... l in Franks 1 lb French Toast Fruit Slices 1 2 to 3 4 in Griddle up to 6 eggs Avoid drain hole MED HI 4 5 2 3 HI 3 4 HI HI 17 24 10 12 Turn over often Turn to setting 8 after half of total cooking time HI 3 3X per side If bread is frozen pierce with fork several times to absorb egg mixture HI IO 12 If drained canned fruit is used decrease time 3 to 5 minutes Ham and Canadian Bacon Slices 1 4 to l...

Page 23: ...are removing food from them or placing food on them When placing cookware on a shelf pull the shelf out to the stop position Place the cookware on the shelf then slide the shelf back into the oven This will eliminate reaching into the hot oven Shelf Positions The oven has four shelf supports A bottom B C and D top Shelf positions for cooking are suggested on Baking and Roasting pages Oven Light Us...

Page 24: ... will not operate the oven You can use the Timer whether or not the oven is being used The Timer does not interfere with oven operations To Cancel the Timer Push and hold TIMER button for three seconds This will clear the Timer function To Bake 1 Push BAKE button 2 Turn SET knob until desired temperature is displayed A one second beep will sound when the oven has preheated to and stabilized at sel...

Page 25: ...been programmed by pushing the corresponding function button The messages in the display show you which function is currently being displayed While the function is displayed you can change it with the SET knob You can change any programmed function at any time Tones End of Cycle Tone 3 long beeps one second on one second off shows that a timed oven operation has reached STOP TIME or that the Timer...

Page 26: ...shell before baking Fill pie shells and bake immediately Ingredients and proper measuring affect the quality of the crust Use a tested recipe and good technique Make sure there are no tiny holes or tears in a bottom crust Patching a pie crust could cause soaking Pie filling runs over Top and bottom crust not well sealed together Edges of pie crust not built up high enough Too much filling Check si...

Page 27: ...l food Jelly roll Sponge Cakes Bundt cakes Cupcakes Fruitcakes Shiny Oblong or Muffin Pans Shiny Oblong or Muffin Pans 375 4250 350 3750 Aluminum Tube Pan Metal Jelly Roll Pan Metal or Ceramic Pan 325 3750 375 4000 325 3500 30 55 10 15 45 60 45 65 20 25 2 4 hrs 20 35 25 30 40 60 Two piece pan is convenient Line pan with waxed paper A B B Metal or Ceramic Pan Shiny Metal Muffin Pans Metal or Glass ...

Page 28: ...and drippings as necessary Baste as desired Check the Roasting Guide for temperatures and approximate cooking times Step 4 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 carve Internal temperature will rise about 5 F to compensate for the temperatur...

Page 29: ...thout the slits the foil will prevent fat and meat juices from draining to the broiler pan The juices could become hot enough to catch on fire If you do not cut the slits you are frying not broiling Questions Answers Q Why should I leave the door closed when broiling chicken A Chicken is the only food recommended for closed door broiling This is because chicken is relatively thicker than other foo...

Page 30: ...e Medium Well Done Rwe Mediulm Well Done Chicken Space evenly Up to 8 patties take about same time Steaks less than I in thick cook through before browning Pan frying is recommended Slash fat I in thick I to 125 Ibs 1 c c c c c c A 6 8 12 10 15 25 35 5 6 11 7 8 14 16 20 25 IO 15 1 X in thick 2 to 2X lbs 1 whole 2 to 2X Ibs split lengthwise Reduce time about 5 to 10 min per side for cut up chicken ...

Page 31: ... Caution Be sure all controls are turned to OFF and the modules are cool before attempting to remove them After removing a plug in element remove the drip pan Do not put the plug in element into water It cleans itself when heating during normal use To remove any charred soil clean with a dry stiff plastic or bristle brush when elements have cooled Never use steel wool or metal scouring pads becaus...

Page 32: ... turn them on a few minutes to completely dry them Radiant Module With proper care and cleaning the radiant module will give you efficient and satisfactory service Remove soiling mineral deposits from evaporated water spills or metal rub off from aluminum cookware Otherwise it will burn on the surface and cause permanent discoloration Follow directions below carefully in caring for your module to ...

Page 33: ...ned in the Grill section of this book Wash chrome plated reflector plates at the sink in soap and water or put in the dishwasher Soak stubborn stains then rub gently with a scouring pad Do not put the reflector plates or grill grids in the oven during a self cleaning cycle Doing so will cause discoloration and damage the finish Chrome Module Surfaces Remove module from cooktop and place on several...

Page 34: ...ld the door open Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up and off the hinges Do not use the door handle to lift the door NOTE Be careful not to place hands between the spring hinge and the oven door frame as the hinge could snap back and pinch the fingers To replace the door make sure the hinges are in the out position Position the slots in the bottom of the door squarely over the h...

Page 35: ... make sure the oven light D is off After a clean cycle you may notice some white ash in the oven Just wipe it up with a damp cloth If white spots remain remove them with a soap filled steel wool pad Be sure to rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture These deposits are usually a salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle the cycle...

Page 36: ...pen the Ste 1 Premre the oven for cleanimz oven door Step 2 Close the oven door and make sure the oven light is off Slide the latch handle to the right as far as it will go Step 3 Push STOP TIME button Step 4 Turn the SET knob to the time of day when you wish Never force the latch handle Wait until the word LOCK goes out in the display Forcing the latch handle may damage the door lock NOTE During ...

Page 37: ...slide easily What is the matter A After many cleanings oven shelves may become so clean they do not slide easily If you wish shelves to slide more easily dampen fingers with a small amount of cooking oil and rub lightly over sides of shelf where they contact shelf supports Q My oven shelves have become gray after the self clean cycle Is this normal A Yes After the self clean cycle the shelves may ...

Page 38: ...r or a scouring pad The matte black surface can be maintained by treating it periodically with the Cello Eiectrol polish It is available from your Hotpoint supplier To use the polish use the applicator to apply a very thin coating to the entire element surface Turn the element on high for several minutes to bake the polish to the element When the element is cool rub lightly with a cloth or paper t...

Page 39: ...ion for more information Oven Door Glass Soap and Water Hydrogen Peroxide Oven Liner Soap and Water Cool before cleaning Frequent wipings with mild soap and water will prolong the time between major cleanings Be sure to rinse thoroughly to avoid additional stains orcelain Enamel and ainted Surfaces I Paper Towel Dry Cloth Soap and Water DO NOT USE oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsb abrasives...

Page 40: ...ther side of the cooktop If it operates on that side then the switch may be at fault If it does not heat indications are there is a malfunctioning component in the module Elements are not plugged in solidly to the module Reflector pans are not securely set in the range top Element controls are not properly set or the wrong element control knob is set for element you are using Because the elements ...

Page 41: ...t Aluminum foil being used improperly in oven Oven vent blocked on top right side of range Incorrect cookware being used Check each cooking section for cookware tips Oven controls set incorrectly Check the Baking Roasting and Broiling Guides in this book for problems and technicmes Make sure the electrical plug is plugged into a live properly grounded power outlet Check for power outage affecting ...

Page 42: ... range is installed with the longer legs and is in position and level measure from the bottom of the bodyside to the floor This will be the required height of the toe space filler side pieces See Fig 1 This height may vary from 2Mc to 3 Any height less than 2X6 may not be visually objectionable and may not need the filler Determine measurements for the filler front piece as shown in Fig 3 Make sur...

Page 43: ...t the screw is in at least 3 4 thickness of wood other than baseboard and that there are no electrical wires or plumbing in the area which the screw could penetrate Attach the stability chain in a location which will allow the chain to be in line with the bracket side to side as much as possible when attached to the unit Test to see if the chain is securely fastened by tugging on the chain NOTE If...

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Page 47: ... chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Telecommunication Device for the Deaf Pam andAccessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home ilee of shipping charge The...

Page 48: ...ment of house fuses or teach you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material Failure of the product if it is used If you then have any questions for other than its intended purpose about operating the product please or used commercially contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the c Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts addre...

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