Page 2 - HELP
Congratulations! You have just purchased one the most innovative and exciting products on themarket today. A great deal of research and technology has gone into the development appliance, and we believe that by choosing GE, you have made awise investment that will provide years of enjoyment. With th...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Read all instructions before; requires; a very
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before this appliance. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known tothe state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm, and...
Page 4 - IIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Oven
● IIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) . Keep the hood and grease maintain good venting and grease fires. Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range. ● Do not use water on grease fries. Never pick up a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a fl...
Page 5 - Cooktop and Radiant Surface Units; cooktop
Cooktop and Radiant Surface Units ● Use proper pan size—Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the selected surface unit heating element. The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the surface unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relat...
Page 6 - FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE; Not
FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE Not features are on o- o-- , JBP75JBP76JBP77JBP78 Broiler Pan and Grid 6
Page 8 - HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE; SURFACE UNIT CONTROLS; How; to Set the Controls; OFF, it may be turned without pushing
HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE TO YOUR OLD ONE? Your new range has radiant glass ceramic cooktop. The types cookware to use, plus heat-up and you are used to cooking with burners or electric cool-down times, depend upon the type of burner or surface units, you will notice some differences when surfac...
Page 9 - SURFACE COOKWARE TIPS
for Using Settings HI--–Quick start brings water to boil. and maintains boil temperatures increase with the units on. With units on, surface temperatures are high so be touching the hot surface indicator remain lit after the surface unit is to touch. ● At Medium Low, LO settings, melt chocolate and ...
Page 10 - to; CAUTION
SURFACE TIPS ● 0 — surface Do lids on the units, particularly lids. recommend that only a flat-bottomed wok.They are The bottom the should the same the it to insure Do not use have support will on Some procedures require specific cookers. deep fryers. etc. All cookware must ‘[he should also to the p...
Page 11 - observe the Following Points; in Canning
Canning the cooktop only. NOT USE LARGE DIAMETER Pots inch the surface unit CANNERS OR OTHER DIAMETER POTS not recommended most surface cooking. FOR FRYING OR BOILING FOODS OTHER when cunning or pressure WATER. Most or sauce canner. may be This is and Frying—cook temperatures much boiling water temp...
Page 12 - RADIANT SURFACE CLEANING; Glass Ceramic Cooktop Cleaning; scraper
RADIANT SURFACE CLEANING Glass Ceramic Cooktop Cleaning Cleaning of glass ceramic different from cleaning standard porcelain finish. To maintain andprotect the surface of your new glass ceramic cooktop these basic steps. DAILY CLEANING: Use only Cook Top Cleaning Creme on Glass Ceramic. For normal, ...
Page 14 - OVEN CONTROL, CLOCK AND
OVEN CONTROL, CLOCK AND Automatic Clock To Set the Clock must automatic tim functions to properly. The time day be changed during Timed 1. the CLOCK 2. and pads CLOCK to set the time Timer ‘I’o Set the Timer The timer is minute timer only. the ON/OFF The timer not control operation. The maximum sett...
Page 16 - BAKING; How to Set Your Range for Baking; of; Preheating
BAKING Do not lock the oven door with the latch during When hot. baking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. surfaces of hot Your oven temperature controlled accurately using an oven control system. We recommend that you operate the range for number weeks using thetime on recipes as a to becom...
Page 18 - Peek; TIMED BAKING; How to Time Bake; NOTE: Before beginning, make sure the oven clock; How to Set Immediate Start and Automatic Stop
BAKING (continued) Peek Set the timer for the estimated cooking time and do DO NOT open the door to check until the minimum not open the door to look at your food. Most recipes time. Take advantage of the “Big View” window (on provide minimum and maximum baking times such some models) to monitor coo...
Page 19 - How to Set Delay Start and Automatic Stop; Quick Reminder; Press the HOUR pad until; Questions and Answers; Q. Can I use the minute timer during oven
How to Set Delay Start and Automatic Stop Quick Reminder 1. Press the COOK TIME ON/OFF pad. 2. Press the HOUR and MIN. pads to set the desired length of cooking time. 3. Press the START TIME ON/OFF pad. 4. Press the HOUR and MIN. pads to set the time of day you want cooking to start. 5. Turn the Ove...
Page 20 - ADJUST THE OVEN
ADJUST THE OVEN DO IT YOURSELF! may feel that your new oven cooks differently To Adjust the Thermostat: than the one it replaced. recommend that you - your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. following the times given in your recipes as If you think your new oven is too hot or ...
Page 21 - of Aluminum Foil
not lock the oven door with the latch during Most meats continue to cook slightly while standing, roasting. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. after being removed from the oven. time Roasting is cooking by dry Tender meat or recommended for roasts is 10 to 20 minutes. poultry be roasted uncov...
Page 22 - ROASTING; ROASTING GUIDE; Frozen Roasts; Some
ROASTING (continued) Questions and Answers Is it necessary to check for doneness with a Q. Do I need to preheat my oven each time I cook meat thermometer? a roast or poultry? A. Checking the finished internal temperature at A. It is not necessary to preheat your oven. the completion cooking time is ...
Page 23 - Use of Aluminum Foil
Do not lock the oven doorbroiling. The latch is used 1. 2. 3. with the latch while is cooking food by intense radiant heat from for self-cleaning only. upper broil element in the oven. Most fish and tender cuts meat can be broiled. Follow these directions to keep spattering and smoking to a minimum....
Page 24 - BROILING GUIDE; the shielded lower part the pan.
BROILING GUIDE Always use a broiler pan and grid. are When arranging food on the pan, do not let fatty designed to minimize smoking and spattering by edges hang over the sides. These could soil the trapping juices in the shielded lower part the pan. oven bottom. ● The oven door should be open to the...
Page 25 - Before a Clean Cycle; range must be completely cool in order to set; Clean spatters or spills on the oven front frame.
Quick Reminder: the 2. Turn Oven Temperature knob SELF CLEAN. Before a Clean Cycle range must be completely cool in order to set the self-clean cycle. You have to allow the oven to you slide the door latch. recommend venting with an open window or ventilation or hood during the first C 1. cookware a...
Page 26 - OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN; How to Set the Oven for Cleaning; To Stop A Clean Cycle; After a Clean Cycle
OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN (continued) How to Set the Oven for Cleaning Quick Reminder: 1. the door. 2. Turn knob to AUTO SELF CLEAN. (he oven too hot and you start to set you will not be able to s] ide the latch. Allow time for cooling try to set 1. Follow directions to prepare the oven clean...
Page 27 - OW; to Set Delay Start of Cleaning; For example: Let’s say it is; the
H OW to Set Delay Start of Cleaning (on some models) Reminder: the door. 2. Turn the Oven Temperature Control knob to SELF CLEAN. Press the START TIME ON/OFF pad. 4. the HOUR pads to set the time day you want cleaning to start. The Self-Clean Cycle will automatically begin the time selected. Start i...
Page 28 - ash. It can be removed with a
OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN (continued) Questions and Answers A. A. A. A. Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part my self-cleaning oven? cleaners or coatings should be used around any part If you do use them and do not thoroughly rinse the with water, wiping it afterwards, the residue ca...
Page 29 - Follow these; the range and cause injury.; Oven Light Replacement; Hold a hand under the
Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for it to help assure safe and proper maintenance. BE SURE ELECTRIC POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THE RANGE. A If your range is removed for cl...
Page 30 - CARE AND CLEANING; Control Panel and Knobs; Oven Vent; abrasives, ammonia or; Painted Surfaces; wool or harsh abrasives on any; Glass Window; the outside glass finish,
CARE AND CLEANING Control Panel and Knobs Clean up any spills spatters with cloth. heavier with warm, soapy water. the control with mild liquid dish and soft cloth. Rub the control panel lightly. CAUTION: not use abrasives any kind on the panel. lettering on models with touch is to abrasives and pre...
Page 31 - Door; oven door is removable,; replace the door, make sure the hinges are in the; Heating; Elements; NOTE: The gasket is; II; Outside of’ the door:
Lift-Off Door oven door is removable, it heavy. You may need and replacing the the door by the handle. can cause To remove the door, it the stop will hold door on and door up and the careful between the oven door the hinge fingers. replace the door, make sure the hinges are in the stop position. Pos...
Page 32 - Oven Shelves; in color. lose their luster and become hard to slide
CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Oven Shelves Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steelwool. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with cleanwater, rinse and dry. NOTE: The oven shelves may also be cleaned in the self-cleaning oven, however, the shelves will darken in color. lose their luster an...
Page 33 - BEFORE YOU; Read these instructions completely; TOOLS; blade screwdriver; ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE YOU Read these instructions completely and carefully. Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector’s use. IMPORTANT: OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES. NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with the appliance afterinstallation is completed.NOTE CONSUMER: Keep this...
Page 34 - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS; When the; PREPARE FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION; STEP
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PREPARE THE OPENING (cent’d) Under the Range range, like many other household items, is heavy and can into soft floor coverings as cushioned vinyl or carpeting. When the range on this type of flooring, use care, and follow these simple andinexpensive instructions. The range...
Page 35 - Aluminum
2. Aluminum A. Connect length building wire to terminal block. copper wires to aluminum wiring using special connectors designed and approved for joining copper aluminum, and follow the connector recommended procedure closely. used, location and enclosure of splices, must conform to good wiring prac...
Page 36 - USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER; PROBLEM; SURFACE UNITS WILL NOT; POSSIBLE
QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM SURFACE UNITS WILL NOT MAINTAIN A ROLLINGBOIL OR FRYING RATE IS NOT FAST ENOUGH COOKTOP FEELS HOT FOODS COOK SLOWLY SURFACE UNITS DO NOTWORK PROPERLY TINY SCRATCHES (may appear cracks) ORABRASIONS ON RADIANT COOKTOP GLASS SURFACE METAL MARKINGS (may appear ...
Page 37 - Do Yourself section.
PROBLEM OVEN WILLNOT WORK FOOD DOES NOT BROIL PROPERLY FOOD DOES NOTROAST OR BAKE PROPERLY TEMPERATURE TOO HOT OR TOO COLD CLOCK AND TIMER NOT WORK OVEN WILL NOT SELF--CLEAN OVEN DOOR ACCIDENTALLY LOCKED COOKING OVEN NOT CLEAN CYCLE LATCH DOOR FLASHES OVEN DOOR CR{ POSSIBLE CAUSE . Plug on range com...
Page 38 - IF
IF YOU We’re service want you to if you still not pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the details—including your phone number--- [o: service you receive, here are steps to follow for Consumer Relations further help. Appliance Park FIRST, contact the people who serviced your Louisville...
Page 39 - Be There; receive; that if; assistance; Repair
Be There appliance, receive assurance that if assistance be there. All you is Repair (800432-2737) For Customers With Special Contracts
Page 40 - WARRANTY; check here. Proof o original purchase; date; needed; obtain service; WHAT IS COVERED; FULL; WHAT IS NOT COVERED; further
YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC RANGE Staple sales or WARRANTY check here. Proof o original purchase date needed obtain service under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ● Burn out of any of the radiant For one year from date of original surface units. purchase, we will provide, free of This warr...