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QUESTIONS?

USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM

OVEN WILL
NOT WORK

OVEN LIGHT
DOES NOT WORK

FOOD DOES NOT
BROIL PROPERLY

FOOD DOES NOT
ROAST OR BAKE
PROPERLY

OVEN

TIMER DOES NOT

WORK PROPERLY

CLOCK AND TIMER
DO NOT WORK

OVEN TEMPERATURE
TOO HOT OR TOO COLD

“BURNING” OR “OILY”
ODOR EMITTING FROM
OVEN WHEN TURNED ON

STRONG ODOR

POSSIBLE CAUSE

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The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped, or a fuse has been blown.

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The oven controls are not properly set.

The light bulb is loose or defective. Tighten or replace.

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The switch operating the oven Ii

is broken. Call for service.

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The OVEN SET knob not set at BROIL.

The OVEN TEMP knob not set at BROIL.

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Door not left open to the broil stop position as recommended.

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Improper shelf position being used. See the Broiling Guide.

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Food is being cooked on hot pan.

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Cookware not suited for broiling.

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Low voltage. See the Broiling section.

Aluminum foil used on the broiler pan and rack has not been fitted properly

and slit as recommended.

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The OVEN SET knob

set on BAKE.

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The OVEN TEMP knob not set correctly.

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Shelf position is incorrect.

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Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used.

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The oven thermostat needs adjustment. See the Adjust the Oven

Do It

section.

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Check to be certain step-by-step directions were followed correctly.

See the Automatic Oven Timer section.

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Check for blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.

The oven thermostat needs adjustment. See the Adjust the Oven

Thermostat-Do

section.

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This is normal in a new oven and will disappear in time.

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An odor from the insulation around the inside of the oven is normal for the

first few times the oven is used. This is temporary,

If you need more help... call, toll free:
GE Answer

800.626.2000
consumer information service

Summary of Contents for JKS05

Page 1: ...ide 14 15 Timed Baking 11 12 Care and Cleaning l8 20 Broiler Pan and Rack 19 Oven Door 2O Porcelain Oven interior 2O Shelves 1 g Problem Solver 2 I Thermostat Adjustment DoItYourself 13 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Consumer Services 23 Appliance Registration 2 Important Phone Numbers 23 Model and Serial Number Location 2 Removal of Packaging Tape 2 Warranty Back Cover Models J...

Page 2: ...ip Registration Card that came with your oven Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your oven If you received a damaged oven Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the oven Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this g...

Page 3: ...ervice DISCONNECT catch fire on a hot heating element THE OVEN POWER SUPPLY AT THE 0 Always keep dish towels dish cloths pot HOUSEHOLD DISTNB ON PANEL BY holders and other linens a safe distance from REMOVWG THE FUSE OR SWITC G 0 your oven THE CIRCUIT BREA R Always keep wooden and plastic utensils Do not leave c dren done hildren should and canned food a safe distance away from lot be left alone o...

Page 4: ...m the oven when opening the oven door The hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands 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 duct a unobstructed Keep the oven free from grease 9 e buildup Place the oven shelf in the desired position while the oven is cool If the shelves must be han...

Page 5: ... 2 4 8 12 Broti Element 13 OvenShelfSupports Shelf positions forcooking are suggested in the Baking Roasting and Broiling sections 3 Oven Vent 8 9 14 17 4 OvenVentGrtile 8 8 7 5 Oven Light Switch Lets you turn interior oven light on and off 18 16 20 6 Oven Cycling Light 14 Bake Element Maybe lifted gently for wiping the oven floor 7 Oven TEMP Knob 8 Oven SET Knob 7 9 11 14 16 18 7 9 11 12 14 16 18...

Page 6: ...tell you time is up Turn the knob without pushing in until the pointer reaches OFF and the buzzer stops Timed Baking Uses the Automatic Timers Using the automatic timers the DELAY START STOP TIME DEMY START and DELAY STOP dials you can set your oven to turn on and off automatically See the Timed Baking section m PUSH TO TURN Questions and Answers Q Must the clock be set on correct time of day when...

Page 7: ...tion and tips that follow This is normal in a new oven and will disappear in a short time Oven Controls The controls for your oven are marked OVEN TEMP and OVEN SET The OVEN SET knob has settings for BAKE BROIL and TIMED BAKE When you turn to the desired setting the proper heating elements are activated for that operation The OVEN TEMP knob maintains the temperature you set for nomal oven operatio...

Page 8: ...toward you tilt the front end upward and pull the shelf out To replace place the shelf on the shelf support with the stop locks curved extension of the shel facing up and toward the rear of the oven Tilt up the front and push the shelf toward back of the oven until it goes past the bump on the shelf suppofi Then lower the front of the shelf and push it all the way back BumD I I Shelf Positions Ove...

Page 9: ...l The correct shelf position depends on the kind of food and the browning desired As a general rule ulace most foods in the middle of the oven on either shelf positions B or C See the chart for suggested shelf positions Type of Food I Shelf Position I Angel food cake 1A I I Biscuits or muffins B or C I Cookies or cupcakes I Bor C I I Brownies I B orC I Layer cakes B or C I I Bundtorpoundcakes A o ...

Page 10: ...ll around may have darker edges and pale or Aluminum Foil Never entirely cover a shelf with aluminum foil This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking A smaller sheet of foil may be used to catch a spillover by light browning may occur Y J placing it on a lower Do not use a cookie sheet so large that it touches the shelf several inches below walls or the door of the oven Never ...

Page 11: ... turn off automatically STOP TIME DEUY START PUSH TO TURN 1 To set the Stop Time push in the knob on the STOP TIME dial and turn the pointer clockwise to the time you want the oven to turn off The pointer on the DELAY START dial should show the same time of day as the clock OVEN TEMP UVtN SE I I I 2 Turn the OVEN SET knob to TIMED BA Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired temperature The oven will...

Page 12: ...EN SET 3 Turn the OVEN SET knob to TIMED BAKE Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired temperature The oven will start automatically continue to cook for the programmed amount of time then shut off automatically 4 At the end of Timed Baking remove the food from the oven and turn the OVEN SET knob to OFF Remember foods that are left in the oven continue cooking after the controls are off NOTE Foods t...

Page 13: ...rs may vary 2040 degrees To Adjust the Thermostat 1 Pull the OVEN TEMP knob off the shaft look at the back of the knob and note the current setting before making any adjustment The knob is factory set with the top screw directly under the pointer Back of the OVEN TEMP knob Lower screw moves toward HO ER or COOLER 2 Loosen both screws on back of the knob 3 Hold both parts of the knob as shown in th...

Page 14: ...om oven sooner at 5 to 10 F less than temperature in the Roasting Guide Remember that food will continue to cook in the hot oven and therefore should be removed when the desired internal temperature has been reached 1 Place the shelf irl A or is necessary 2 Check the we gh of the meat Place it fat side up or for poultr breast side up on a roasting rack in a shallow pan The melting fat will baste t...

Page 15: ...more time for larger roasts 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 Pork loin rib or shoulder Ham precooked Poultry Chicken or Duck Chicken pieces 325 325 325 325 350 Doneness Rare Medium Well Done Rare Medium Well Done Well Done Well Done To Warm Well Done Well Done Well Done Make sure pou...

Page 16: ...he elements is not necessary See the Comments column in the Broiling Guide 6 When finished broiling turn the OVEN SET knob to OFF Serve the food immediately leaving the broiler pan and rack outside the oven to cool during the meal for easiest cleaning You can use a minum foil o line ur broiler pan and broiler rack However you mtlst mold the foil t ghtiy to the rack and cut slits in it just like tl...

Page 17: ...3 4 inch thick 1 inch thick 1 to 1X lbs 1 X inch thick 2 to 2fi Ibs 1 whole 2 to 2X Ibs split lengthwise Bakery Products Bread Toast or 2 to 4 slices Toaster Pastries 1 pkg 2 English Muffins 2 split Lobster Tails 2 4 6 to 8 oz each about 1 lb Lamb Chops M e d i u m 2 1 inch thick Well Done about 10 to 12 oz Medium 2 1X inch thick Well Done a b o u t 1 l b Wieners and l lb pkg 10 similar precooked ...

Page 18: ...ng please note that the knobs on the left side and the knobs on the right side are in the proper OFF position When replacing the knoh check the OFF position to insure proper placement To remove a knob pUIl h straight off the stem If a knob is difficult to remove place a thin cioth like a handkercnie or a piece of string under and around the knob edge and pull up Wash t e knobs in soap and water bu...

Page 19: ... electric power for your oven it the main fuse or circuit breaker panel Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely before removing or replacing them When in use light bulbs can become warm enough to break if touched with a moist cloth or towel When cleaning avoid touching warm lights with cleaning cloths if the light cover is removed The oven light is covered with a removable glass co...

Page 20: ...Outside of door Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door DO NOT let water run down through openings in the top of the door Rinse well You may also use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately W...

Page 21: ... being cooked on hot pan Cookware not suited for broiling Low voltage See the Broiling section Aluminum foil used on the broiler pan and rack has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended The OVEN SET knob nol set on BAKE The OVEN TEMP knob not set correctly Shelf position is incorrect Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used The oven thermostat needs adjustment See the...

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Page 23: ...earing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of GE access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may aPP1lances and a brochure t call 800 TDD C EAC 800 833 4322 to request assist in planning a barrier free information or service kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Semice Contracts 80 62 2224 You can have the secure feeling...

Page 24: ...ting the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Cente 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical gas exhausting and other connecting facilities as described in the Installation Ins...

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