GE JB258RTSS - User Manual

49-2000950 Rev. 1 5 SAFETY INFORMA TION READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING COIL COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Do not immerse or soak the removable surface units. Do not put them in a dishwasher. Do not self- clean th...

6 49-2000950 Rev. 1 SAFETY INFORMA TION READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Stand away from the range when opening the oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands, fac...

49-2000950 Rev. 1 7 How to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape Carefully grasp a corner of the protective shipping film with your fingers and slowly peel it from the appliance surface. Do not use any sharp items to remove the film. Remove all of the film before using the appliance for...

8 49-2000950 Rev. 1 Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. How to Set Push the knob in and turn in either direction to the setting you want.A surface ON indicator light will glow when any surface unit is on. USING THE RANGE: Surface Units Surface Units WARNING FIRE...

49-2000950 Rev. 1 9 More about Cookware ■ Place only dry pans on the surface elements. Do not place lids on the surface elements, particularly wet lids. Wet pans and lids may stick to smooth surface when cool. ■ Do not use woks that have support rings. This type of wok will not heat on the cooktop. ...

10 49-2000950 Rev. 1 Oven Controls USING THE RANGE: Oven Controls 1. Traditional Cooking Modes: Your oven has the following traditional cooking modes: Bake and Broil Hi/Lo. See the Cooking Modes section for more information. 2. Self Clean: See the Cleaning the Oven section for important information ...

49-2000950 Rev. 1 11 USING THE RANGE: Special Features Special Features There are several different special features on your range. To change the settings of these special features: ■ Press the Bake and Broil pads at the same time and hold for three seconds. ■ “SF” will appear in the display. ■ Sele...

12 49-2000950 Rev. 1 Cookware Cookware Guidelines The material, finish, and size of cookware affect baking performance. Dark, coated and dull pans absorb heat more readily than light, shiny pans. Pans that absorb heat more readily can result in a browner, crisper, and thicker crust. If using dark an...

49-2000950 Rev. 1 13 Your new oven has a variety of cooking modes to help you get the best results. These modes are described below. Refer to the Cooking Guide section for recommendations for specific foods. Remember, your new oven may perform differently than the oven it is replacing. Baking Modes ...

14 49-2000950 Rev. 1 FOOD TYPE RECOMMENDED MODE(S) RECOMMENDED RACK POSITION(S) ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS Baked Goods Layer Cakes, sheet cakes, bundt cakes, muffins, quick breads on a Single Rack Bake 4 Use shiny cookware. Layer cakes* on Multiple Racks Bake 3 and 5 Ensure adequate airflow (see illustr...

49-2000950 Rev. 1 15 Cleaning the Range – Exterior CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning the Range – Exterior A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Verify the anti-tip bracket has been properly installed and engaged. Ensure the anti-tip bracket is re-engaged when the range is moved. Do not operate...

16 49-2000950 Rev. 1 Surface Units WARNING ■ Be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the surface units are cool before attempting to remove them. ■ Do not immerse the surface units in liquids of any kind. ■ Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher. ■ Do not bend the surface unit plug termin...

49-2000950 Rev. 1 17 Cleaning the Range – Exterior (Cont.) CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning the Range – Exterior Drip Pans Remove the surface units. Then lift out the drip pans.For best results, clean the drip pans by hand. Place them in a covered container (or a plastic bag) with 1 ⁄ 4 cup ammonia to lo...

18 49-2000950 Rev. 1 Racks All racks can be washed with warm, soapy water.Racks may be more difficult to slide, especially after a self-clean. Put some vegetable oil on a soft cloth or paper towel and rub onto the left and right edges. NOTE: Using other cooking oils will cause a discoloring or a rus...

49-2000950 Rev. 1 19 WARNING SHOCK OR BURN HAZARD: Before replacing oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or burn. CAUTION BURN HAZARD: The glass cover and bulb should be removed when coo...

20 49-2000950 Rev. 1 To remove the drawer: 1. Pull the drawer out until it stops.2. Lift the front of the drawer until the stops clear the guides. 3. Remove the drawer. To replace the drawer: 1. Place the drawer rails on the guides.2. Push the drawer back until it stops.3. Lift the front of the draw...

49-2000950 Rev. 1 23 Problem Possible Cause What To Do Surface units will not maintain a rolling boil or cooking is not fast enough Improper cookware being used. Use pans which are flat and match the diameter of the surface unit selected. In some areas, the power (voltage) may be low. Cover pan with...

24 49-2000950 Rev. 1 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting Tips ... Before you call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do “Crackling” or “popping” sound This is the sound of the metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions. This is normal. Why is my range making a ...

26 49-2000950 Rev. 1 GEAppliances.com All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. To schedule service online, visit us at GEAppliances.com/service , or call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have your serial number ...

49-2000950 Rev. 1 27 Looking For Something More? GE Appliances offers a variety of accessories to improve your cooking and maintenance experiences! Refer to the Consumer Support page for phone numbers and website information.The following products and more are available: Accessories ACCESSORIES Acce...