GE JGBS23SEMSS Use and Care Manual

GE JGBS23SEMSS - 30" Gas Range Manual

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    Instructions 27-42 Anti-Tip Device 31, 41, 42 Connect the Range to Gas 32-35 Convert to LP Gas 42 Dimensions and Clearances 30 Electrical Connections . . . .36-37 Level the Range 41 Light the Pilots 37-40 Troubleshooting Tips 43-45 Accessories 49 Consumer Support Consumer Support
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    be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
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    attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other service should be referred to a qualified technician. replaced with a properly grounded, three-prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Do not use an extension
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    above a range or on the backsplash of a range- children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured. ■ Large scratches or impacts to glass doors can lead to broken or shattered glass. ■ Clean only parts listed in this Owner's Manual. 4 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    in the oven, follow the manufacturer's directions. ■ For continuous clean models, do not use oven cleaners on any of the continuous cleaning surfaces. Continuous cleaning surfaces can be identified by their rough surface finish. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5
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    not hang long curtains that could blow over the surface burners and create a fire hazard. ■ If you smell gas, turn off the gas to the range and call a qualified service technician. Never use an open flame to locate a leak. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 6
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com SURFACE BURNERS (cont.) ■ Always turn the surface burner controls off before removing cookware. ■ Do not lift the cooktop on sealed burner models. Lifting the cooktop can lead to damage and improper operation of the range. ■ When a pilot goes out
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    burners for most cooking. These general-purpose burners can be turned down from HI to LO to suit a wide range of cooking needs. NOTE: On some models, the burners are all the same size and power. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support On some models, the burners are all
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Use a flat-bottomed wok. ge.com How to Select Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support In Case of Power Failure (electric ignition models) In case of a power failure, you can light the gas surface burners on your range
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    manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings (on some models the power to the range and call for service. Kitchen Timer On/Off Support
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Oven Control, Clock and Timer Features and Settings (on some models) Clear/ models) Turn the OVEN CONTROL knob to the setting you want. Appearance may vary. Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    very hot if they are left on the cooktop, and could cause burns. Troubleshooting Tips Power Outage (electric ignition models) CAUTION: Do not make any attempt to operate the electric ignition oven during an electrical power failure. The oven or broiler cannot be lit during a power failure. Gas
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    Instructions Operating Instructions ge oven is not designed for open-door cooking. NOTE: On models with an OVEN CONTROL knob, turn it to the desired temperature from the oven. Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Preheating and Pan Placement Preheat the oven Support
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    of fats and meat juices igniting. Close the oven and broiler compartment door. NOTE: On models with an OVEN CONTROL knob, turn it to Broil. Touch the Broil Hi/Lo pad . Leave the pan outside the range to cool. Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning ge.com Broiling Guide The oven and broiler compartment doors must be closed during broiling. ■ Always use a broiler pan and grid. It is designed to minimize smoking and spattering by trapping juices in the shielded lower part of the
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    Instructions Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. To Turn Off the Clock Display If you have several clocks in your kitchen, you may wish to turn off the time of day clock display on your range the + or - 16 pads. Touch the Start/On pad. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Adjust the oven thermostat-Do it yourself! ge Thermostat (on models with touch pads range and check performance. To lower the temperature, move the top screw toward the left. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Special features of your oven control. Your new touch pad control has additional features that you shut-off and leave the control set in this special features mode. Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Using the Sabbath Feature. (on some models) (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) ge.com The Sabbath feature can be The oven control must be reset. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 19
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    Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 20
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    Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Grate Burner cap Burner head Drip pan (if so equipped) Electrode Cooktop ge.com Sealed Burner Assemblies (on some models) Turn all controls OFF before removing the burner parts Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 21
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    Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Care and cleaning of the range the burners. Medium head Small head Front of range Medium head Large head Make sure the slot Small cap Front of range Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Medium cap Large cap
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    ). Lower cooktop gently to avoid blowing out pilot flames (on standing pilot models). Replace drip pans (if so equipped) and grates. Remove the grates and drip pans (if so equipped). Grasp the two front burner wells and lift up. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 23
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Care and cleaning of the range. Lift the door straight up and off the hinges. The gasket to prevent damage to the continuous cleaning oven coating (on some models). Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 24
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    of the range, under the kick panel or broiler drawer (depending on the model). Pull the parts can be cleaned with soap and water. Do not use steel wool, abrasives, ammonia, acids or commercial oven cleaners. Dry with a soft cloth. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of the range. cleaner is sprayed. ■ Do not spray oven cleaner on the electrical controls and switches (on some models) because it could cause a short circuit and result in sparking Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 26
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    section in the front of this manual. Read them carefully. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • instructions for future reference. • Note - This appliance must be properly grounded. • Servicer - The electrical diagram is in an envelope attached to the back of the range
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    bolt or 1/2″ O.D. sleeve anchor (for concrete floors only). • Long matches and/or match holder (for models equipped with standing pilots). *Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont Pencil and ruler Level PART INCLUDED Pipe wrenches (2) (one for backup) Drill, awl or nail Anti-tip bracket kit 28
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    . CAUTION - Do not attempt to operate the oven of this range during a power failure (Electric Ignition models only). • Have your range installed by a qualified installer. • Your range must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, in accordance with
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    Installation Instructions XDIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be
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    or servicing. Also, make sure your floor covering will withstand 180°F. (See the Installation Safety Instructions section.) Make sure the wall coverings around your range can withstand the heat generated (up to 200°F) by the range. (See the Installation Safety Instructions section.) MODEL AND
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    compound on, or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon* around, all male (external) pipe threads. A Install a manual gas line shut-off valve in the gas line in an easily accessed location outside of the range. Make sure everyone operating the range knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the
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    Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS (for models with Sealed Burners) This area allows for flush range installation with through-the-wall connection of pipe stub/shut-off valve and rear wall 120V outlet. Shortest connection from hard pipe stub location to range hookup.
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    Installation Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Sealed Burners) Pressure regulator Adapter Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve. 1/2″ or 3/4″ Gas pipe Gas Flow into Range Flex connector (6 feet maximum) Adapter Gas shut-off valve
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    Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP (for models equipped with Standard Twin Burners) Pressure regulator Adapter Manifold pipe Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve. Flex connector (6 feet maximum) Adapter 1/2″ or 3/4″ Gas pipe Gas Flow into Range
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    Instructions 3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Electrical about GFCI's-GFCI's are not required or recommended for gas range receptacles. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI's) are devices that detected. These devices must be manually reset by the consumer. The National Electrical Code requires the use of
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    Seal any openings in the wall behind the range and in the floor under the range when hookups are completed. 5 LIGHT THE PILOTS (For models equipped with standing pilots. If the range is an electric ignition model, the burners are ignited by electric ignition which eliminates the need for standing
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    Installation Instructions 5 LIGHT THE side. • Lift rear of oven bottom enough to clear the lip of range frame, then pull out. CAUTION - Make sure the surface burner control attached to the left side of the oven burner. Shield (on some models) Pilot 6. To light the oven pilot, push in and hold the
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    Instructions Electric ignition models require electrical power to operate. In case of a power outage, the oven burners on these models cannot be lit manually properly adjusted flames should have approximately 1″ blue cones and, if range is supplied with natural gas, should burn with no yellow tipping.
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    Installation Instructions 5 LIGHT THE PILOTS (cont.) F Check Ignition of Surface Burners Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after pilots have been lighted (on some models) and the range and gas supply lines have been carefully checked for leaks. Standing Pilot Models Select
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    Installation Instructions 6 LEVEL THE RANGE A Install the oven shelves in the oven and position the range where it will be installed. Leg leveler Lower range Raise range Lower range Raise range (on some models) (on some models) B Check for levelness by placing a spirit level or a cup,
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    to LP gas, the conversion must be performed by a qualified LP gas installer. The conversion instructions and LP orifices can be found attached to the range next to the pressure regulator. Keep these instructions and the orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas. Install the sleeve
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. ge.com Problem Top burners do not light or do not burn evenly Burner
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem Clock does not work Possible Causes Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Oven
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Problem "Crackling" or "popping" sound Rainbow effect in the oven window (on some models) Power outage, clock flashes turn on and off to cool internal parts. Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 45
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    Notes. 46 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
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    • Backed by GE • All brands covered • Unlimited service calls • All parts and labor costs GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at 800.626.2224 for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S. ✁ Cut here Please place in envelope and mail to: General Electric
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    yt ! Model Number Serial Number First Name Mr. ■ Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Street Address Last Name Apt. # City Date Placed In Use Month E-mail Address* State Zip Code Day Year Phone _ _ Number GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 ge.com
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    shelves? Wishing you had extra-heavy-duty oven shelves? NOW AVAILABLE for your range: GE's innovative, self-cleanable porcelain-coated oven shelves! • Heavy Duty • Durable • Able to be cleaned in a self-cleaning oven Visit ge.com for more information. 49 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225 Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 50
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning GE Gas Range Warranty. (For customers in Canada) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, call 1.800.561.3344. Please have serial number and model number
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    Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website ge.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on-line.
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Safety Instructions
. . . . . .2–7
Operating Instructions
Aluminum Foil
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10–19
Baking and Roasting . . . . . . . .13
Broiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Broiling Guide
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Oven Control
. . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Power Outage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Preheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Sabbath Feature . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Surface Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Thermostat Adjustment . . . . . . .17
Care and Cleaning
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Burner Assemblies . . . . . . . .20–21
Burner Caps and Heads . . . . . .22
Burner Grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Control Panel and Knobs
. . . . .25
Cooktop Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Drip Pans
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Lift-Off Oven Door
. . . . . . . . . . . .24
Lift-Up Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Oven Bottom
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Oven Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Removable Broiler Drawer . . . .25
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Stainless Steel Surfaces . . . . . . .23
Installation
Instructions
. . . . . . . . . . . .27–42
Anti-Tip Device . . . . . . . .31, 41, 42
Connect the Range
to Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32–35
Convert to LP Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Dimensions and
Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Electrical Connections
. . . .36–37
Level the Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Light the Pilots . . . . . . . . . . . .37–40
Troubleshooting
Tips
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43–45
Accessories
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Consumer Support
Consumer
Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Product Registration
. . . . . .47, 48
Warranty for Customers
in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Warranty for Customers
in the U.S.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Ranges
183D5580P228
49-85146
05-08 JR
Standard-Clean
Models:
Owner’s Manual
& Installation
Instructions
ge.com
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ______________________
Serial #
______________________
You can find them on a label on the
front of the range behind the kick
panel or broiler drawer.
JGBS04
JGBS07
JGBS18
JGBS19
JGBS23
JGSS05
Non-Self-Cleaning Gas