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Summary of Contents for JB553G

Page 1: ... 17 Warranty Back Cover Energy Saving Tips 5 Features 6 7 Installation Instructions 30 33 Leveling 33 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Installation 30 33 Oven 15 BakingfBaking Guide 8 19 Broiling Broiling Guide 21 22 Control Settings 16 17 Door Removal 24 Light Bulb Replacement 15 23 Preheating 5 19 RoastinglRoasting Guide 20 Serf Cleaning Instructions 25 27 Shelves 15 23 28 GEAnswerCenter _ Thermostat ...

Page 2: ...e dealer or builder that sold you the range Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver on page 29 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find them on a label on the front of the range behind the storage drawer These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that...

Page 3: ...to bum even though they are dark in color During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface units areas nearby surface units or any BY REMOVING THE FUSE OR SWITCHING OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER WARN G r ges can tip and Never wear loose fitthlg or hanging garments while using mterior area of the oven allow the appliance Flammable sufficient time for cooling ...

Page 4: ...onge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area be careful to avoid steam bum Some cleansers can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface Self Cleaning Oven Do not clean the door gasket before reading special cleaning instructions on page 25 The door gasket is essential for a good seal Be careful not to rub damage or move it o Do not cook on a broken or cleaning solution may pe...

Page 5: ...s to boil then turn to OFF position and Cover with lid to complete the cooking short a time as possible if it is opened e Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before starting the self cleaning operatiom o Cookcomplete oven meals instead of just one food item Potatoes other vegetables and some desserts will cook together with a main dish _ Use correct heat for cooking task casserole meat loaf chicken...

Page 6: ...Features of Your Range JBP29G JB553G JB570G JB571G ...

Page 7: ...s you time any kitchen function even when the oven is in use Oven On Indicator Electronic Display Panel 6 Set Knob lets you set oven temperature clock timer and HI or LO broil 7 Cooktop Light Switch 8 Oven Vent area may get hot during oven use 9 Solid Disk Element Surface Unit 10 Sensi Temp Surface Unit It Cooktop 12 Oven Shelf Supports 13 Oven Shelves easily removed or repositioned on shelf suppo...

Page 8: ...d take advantage of the residual heat The amount of residual heat is dependent upon the quantity and type of food the material and thickness of the pan and the setting used for cooking The ted dot in the center of the solid disk element indicates built in tempeiature limiters that automatically reduce the heat if a pan boils dry if the element is turned on without a pan or if the pan is not making...

Page 9: ...melt chocolate butter on small unit Sensi Temp TM Control Models JB553G JB570G JB571G This control allows you to pre select the desired temperature To turn the element ON push in and turn counterclockwise You will feel a click at the off position The automatic element senses the temperature of the pan and regulates it accolding to the setting selected When turned on the Sensi Temp element always b...

Page 10: ...an 1 inch beyond the element To optimize cooking time and energy usage you should use a pan that is sized correctly for the cooking process with a well 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 solid disk element_ Place only dry pans on the solid disk element Do not place lids on the...

Page 11: ...han the cooktop The cooktop temperature will not cause damage to the cabinets countertops or cookware Q Why am I overcooking my food with the new solid disk elements A The solid disk elements are very energy efficient and retain heat much longer than the coil elements Food wilt boil or fly three to five minutes after the controls are turned off We recommend that you begin cooking at lower settings...

Page 12: ...nd the United States Department 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 range is being operated on low power voltage canning may take longer than expected even though directions have been carefully followed The process time will be shortened by 1 using a pressu...

Page 13: ...sed until tender covered 200 simmer until tender HI melt fat then WARM to LO to WARM cook until Brown chicken on 400 switch to 200 to MED to brown chicken covet tender finish cooking Hi heat oil MED to HI maintain 425 or 475 to heat and maintain temperature temperature HI preheat skillet then MEDIUM HI brown meat Preheat ski let and cook on 300 400 grease lightly and cook to desired doneness Prehe...

Page 14: ...eggs cook 3 to 5 eggs minutes Sauces HI melt fat WARM finish cooking_ Malt fat and cook on 20_ Soup Stews HI heat up liquid LO simmet Heat and simmer on 200 Vegetables Fresh Hi cover bring salted WARM cook 10 30 Place fresh vegetables in pan with water water to a boil minutes depending on cover and cook on 200 tenderness of vegetable Frozen HI cover bring salted WARM cook according to Place frozen...

Page 15: ...rom 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 The light comes on a...

Page 16: ...n use the Minute Second Timer whether or not the oven is being used_ The Minute Second Timer does not interfere with oven operations To Caned the Timer Push and hold TIMER button for three seconds This wil clear the Minute Second Timer function ToBake 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...

Page 17: ...has 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 M...

Page 18: ...or filling to cool sufficiently before filling pie shell Filling may be too thin or juicy o Filling allowed to stand in pie shell before baking Fill pie shells and bake immediatelyo o 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 fillin...

Page 19: ...rk metal or glass give deepest browning For thin rolls Shelf B may be used Shiny Oblong or Muffin Pans Aluminum Tabe Pan Metal Jelly Roll Pan Metal or Ceramic Pan Metal or Ceramic Pan Shiny Metal Muffin Pans Metal or Glass Loaf or Tube Pan Shiny Metal Pan with satin finish bottom Shiny Metal Pan with satin finish bottom B 350 375 A 325 375 B 375 400 A 325 350 _ A B B A B B B 325o 350 350 375 _5o 3...

Page 20: ...uggested temperature_ Frozen Roasts Frozen roasts of beef pork lamb etco can be started without thawing but allow 15 to 25 minutes per pound additional time 15 minutes per pound for roasts under 5 pounds more time for larger roasts Thaw most frozen poultry before roasting to ensure even donenesso Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked successfully without thawing Follow ditections given on p...

Page 21: ...eep drippings cool during broiling Stopping fat and meat juices from draining to the broiler pan prevents rack fl om serving its purpose and juices may become hot enough to catch fire 2 DO NOT place a sheet of aluminum foil on shell To do so may result in improperly cooked foods damage to oven finish and increase in heat on outside surfaces of the oven Questions Answers Qo Why should I leave the d...

Page 22: ... split lengthwise Bakery Products Bread Toast or 2 to 4 slices D Toaster Pastries I pkg 2 English Muffins 2 split D Lobster Tails 2 4 C 6 to 8 oz each _ I Fish I lb fillets _Ato D in thick l ln thick C Shelf HI or First Side Second Side Position LO Broil lime Minutes Time Minutes Comments HI 5 2 Arrange in single layer Space evenly HI 8 9 6 7 Up to 8 patties take about same time H LO HI HI HI 9 I2...

Page 23: ...brasive cleanser following manufacturer s directions After cleaning rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth To remove heavy burned on soil soapy metal pads may be used following manufacturer s directions_ After scrubbing wash with soapy water rinse and dry Cooktop Light and Starter on models so equipped Canopy Bulb Starter Do not touch the bulb when it is hot or with wet hand...

Page 24: ...ts are made of cast iron construction Do not use covers over the solid disk elements An element turned on while the cover is in place can permanently damage the cooNop Covers can also trap moisture which may cause the elements to rust Cleaning Under the Range The area under the range can be reached easily for cleaning by removing the bottom drawer To remove pull drawer out all the way tilt up the ...

Page 25: ...displaced on the door you should replace ito Make sure the oven light bulb cover D is in place_ A Oven Front Frame B Openings in Door C Oven Door Gasket D Oven Light Bulb Cover Step 3 Close the oven door and make sure the oven light is off_ Oven shelves may be cleaned in the self cleaning oven However they will darken lose their luster and become hard to slider Wipe the shelf supports with cooking...

Page 26: ...clean cycle starts the word CLEAN will be on in the display _ Note During a delayed self clean operation you can find out when the oven turns on by pushing and holding the CLEAN button To Stop a Clean Cycle 1 Press the CANCEL button 2 Wait until the oven has cooled below locking temperature about 20 30 minutes and the word LOCK is off in the display You will not be able to open the door right away...

Page 27: ...or 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 your oven performs Q Why do I have ash left in my oven after cleaning A Some types of soil will leave a deposit which is ash It can be removed with a damp sponge or cloth Q My oven shelves do not slide ea...

Page 28: ...ooled wash and rinse For other spills such as fat spatterings eta wash with soap and water when cooled and then rinse Polish with dry cloth See instructions on page 23 Use a mild solution of soap and water Do not use any harsh abrasives or cleaning powders which may scratch or mar surface Clean ONLY the door liner outside the gasket The door is automatically cleaned if the oven is in the Self Clea...

Page 29: ... live properly grounded power outlet ie Check for power outage Bulb may be loose or burned out ElectriCal plug must be plugged into a live power outlet 1 TIME must be more than 3 hours later than START TIME to set self clean operation Allow the range to coot to _ontrols properly set Some smoke and odor is normal when using solid disk elements for the first time and g Collo Electrol cleaner Because...

Page 30: ...wood or metal _ I_ Fig 2 _ _ 2 If the bracket side of the range is adjacent to a cabinet place the bracket against back wall and cabinet as shown in figure 1 If there is no adjacent cabinet determine where the location of the range side painted outside panel will be Place the bracket with its outside edge at this location and against back wallo See figure 1 3 Determine whether you will anchor the ...

Page 31: ...h the neutral You must use a clamp or strain relief to hold the cord or conduit ThreeWtre Cord Connection 1 Remove the top nuts on the junction block studs 2 Tighten the back nuts 3 Install the three wire cord and the strain relief in the hole in the strain relief bracket 4 Connect the red and black leads to the outer terminals and the white lead to the center terminal 5 Push the cord upward to re...

Page 32: ...nets installed above a cooktop may be no deeper than 13 o The range may be placed with 0 clearance flush at the back wall and side walls of the range if the front edges of the range side panels stick out beyond the cabinet fronts at least 1 4 See Figure 2o Preparation Remove all tape and packaging_ Be sure to remove clear plastic film that covers some chrome parts around glass oven doors side trim...

Page 33: ...awer down then push in to close 1 8 i imom One of the rear leveling legs will engage the ANTI TIP bracket a low for some side to side adjustment Allow a minimum clearance of t 8 between the range and the leveling leg that is to be installed into the ANTI TIP bracket Spirit Level Install the oven shelves see use and care section for instructions Put a spirit level or a glass measuring cup partially...

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Page 35: ...urther help FIRST contact the people who selviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Palk Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if our problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 ...

Page 36: ...GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE 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 inform...

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