GE PGB908DEMCC Use and Care Manual
GE PGB908DEMCC - Profile Series 30" Gas Range Manual
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42 Electrical Connections . . . . .47, 48 Leveling the Range 50 LP 51 Troubleshooting Tips 52-55 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions JGB500 JGB605 PGB900 PGB908 PGB910 PGB916 PGB918 PGB975 Accessories 57 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Warranty for Customers in Canada - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 2
properly. If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at no cost (in Canada, call 1.800.561.3344). For installation instructions of the bracket, 2 visit GEAppliances.com (in Canada, GEAppliances.ca). Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 3
with the Installation Instructions. Any adjustment and service should be performed only by qualified gas range installers or service technicians. ■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other service should be referred - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 4
range can be converted for use with either type of gas. See the Installation of the range section. WARNING: These adjustments must be made by a qualified service technician in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and 4 overheating of the oven. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 5
If you smell gas, turn off the gas to the range and call a qualified service technician. Never range. ■ When disabling Gas/Control Lockout, make sure the surface controls are set to the OFF position. This will preclude gas flow when the range is turned on. 5 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 6
cleaner or oven liner of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven. Residue from oven cleaners will damage the inside of the oven when the self-clean cycle is used. ■ Clean only parts listed in this Owner's Manual. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 7
except as described in this manual. Misuse could result in a fire hazard or damage to the range. ■ When using cooking is recommended for use in gas ovens. ■ Always remove any broiler pan from range as soon as you finish INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 8
is on. An electric shock may result, which could cause you to knock over hot cookware. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Medium Small Large Center (oval) Extra Large (on some models) Sealed Gas Burners Your gas range cooktop has five sealed gas burners. They offer - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 9
to your health. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support In Case of Power Failure In case of a power failure, you can light the gas surface burners on your range with a match. Hold a lit match to the burner, then push in and turn the control knob to the LITE position - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 10
amount of time without food can damage the nonstick coating. ■ Avoid using metal utensils with sharp points or rough sharp edges which might damage the griddle surface. ■ Do not cut foods on the griddle. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 10 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 11
Instructions Operating Instructions Using the oven controls. (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) GEAppliances.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support operations, and if the range is locked. If and call for service. If your oven - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 12
manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) NOTE: On models with backlit touch pad controls, they will remain lit for many minutes after they are last touched. or Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting to the oven and call for service. If your oven was set for - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 13
attempt to operate the electric ignition oven during an electrical power failure. The oven or broiler cannot be lit during a power failure. Gas will not flow unless models, the Oven Light switch is on the lower front control panel. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 14
, layer cakes, pies Casseroles Pies - On cookie sheet Roasting 4-Layer cakes Rack Position A or C A or C C B or C B or C R or A B & D Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips When baking four cake layers at a time, use racks B and D. Place the lower pans at the back of the - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 15
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the clock and timer. Not all features are on all models. Make sure the your oven control section under Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To Reset the Timer If the display is still showing the time remaining, - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 16
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Using the timed baking and roasting features. (upper oven only) If your model Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop The upper oven will turn on at the time of day you set, cook for a specific - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 17
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the probe. (on some models) GEAppliances.com If your model has a door latch into the meatiest part of the inner thigh from below and parallel to the leg of a whole turkey. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support How to Set - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 18
are some general guidelines. Convection instructions for frozen casseroles, main dishes or baked goods have been developed using commercial convection ovens. For best results in this oven, preheat the oven and use the temperature, for regular baking, on the package. Consumer Support Troubleshooting - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 19
flat cookie sheet instead of a pan with low sides. For recipes like oven-baked chicken, use a pan with low sides. Hot air cannot circulate well around food the preheat temperature is reached. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support When convection baking with only 1 rack - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 20
convection oven. How to Set the Upper Oven for Convection Roasting When Using the Probe (on some models) The display will flash PROBE and the oven control will signal if the probe is inserted into pull on it-they might damage it. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 20 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 21
185˚F Turkey Breast (4 to 6 lbs.) 16-19 325˚F 170˚F * Stuffed birds generally require 30-45 minutes additional roasting time. Shield legs and breast with foil to prevent Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June 1985.) Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 21 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 22
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Using the timed convection baking features. (on some models) You will hear a fan Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop The upper oven will turn on at the time of day you set, cook for a specific - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 23
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Special features of your upper oven control. GEAppliances.com Your new touch pad control has The display shows BEEP. (This cancels the one beep every 6 seconds.) Touch the Start pad. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 23 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 24
To unlock the control, touch and hold the Gas/Control Lockout pad for 3 seconds until the display shows LOC OFF. Control Lockout (on some models) Your control will allow you to lock out the able to use the Delay Start function. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 24 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 25
broiling, self-cleaning or delay start cooking. NOTE: The oven light comes on automatically (on some models) when the door is opened and goes off when the door is closed. The bulb may still set in Sabbath. Remove the cooked food. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 25 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 26
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Using the Sabbath feature. How to Exit the Sabbath Feature Touch the Clear/Off pad. If the oven turn off and stay off even when the power returns. The oven control must be reset. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 26 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 27
Federal standards require products labeled "margarine" to contain at least 80% fat by weight. Low-fat spreads, on the other hand, contain less fat and more water. The high moisture spreads containing at least 70% vegetable oil. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 27 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 28
Instructions Safety Instructions Using the electric warming drawer. (on some models on the display and "Set" begins to blink. On the number pad, press 1 for Low, 2 for Medium or 3 for High. The display "1" changes corresponding to the number pad Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 28 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 29
Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions keep food in the warming drawer for more than two hours. To Crisp Stale Items ■ Place food in low-sided dishes or pans. ■ Preheat on 1 setting. ■ Check crispness after 45 minutes. Add time as Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 29 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 30
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Using the lower oven drawer. (on some models) The knob to the desired setting within the warm zone (indicated by the red line). LO Pies MEDIUM Casseroles (mid-position on the line) HI Meats Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 31
any range. Move birds to another well-ventilated room. NOTE: Use caution when opening the upper oven after the self-clean cycle has ended. The oven may still be hot. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support How to Set the Upper Oven for Cleaning On models with Gas/Control - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 32
models with Gas/Control Lockout, touch and hold the Gas/Control Lockout pad for 3 seconds to turn it off. NOTE: The surface burners must be turned off prior to the self-clean start time. If your model the door. If your range does not have a latch Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 32 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 33
burner is on. An electric shock may result, which could cause you to knock over hot cookware. Burner base (not removable on side burners) Center griddle Burner head and cap assembly Electrode Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Burner cap Side grate Electrode - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 34
. Front of range Slot Electrode Caps Replace the matching size caps onto the burner bases or heads. Medium cap Small cap Large cap Front of range Extra large cap Make sure that the heads (on some models) and caps are replaced in the correct locations. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 35
griddle. Use caution when handling a hot griddle. Installation Instructions Appearance may vary. The grates may be cleaned in a dishwasher. Left Front Center Right Front Burner Grates Your range in a selfcleaning oven. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Cooktop Surface To avoid damaging - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 36
in this manual. Clean up splatters with a damp cloth. You may also use a glass cleaner. Remove heavier soil with warm soapy water. Do not use abrasives of any kind. Unlock the touch pads after cleaning. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Surface burner knob Red line - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 37
Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Stainless Steel Surfaces (on some models) instructions for any Stainless Steel surface on your range. DO NOT USE for Cooktop or Stainless Steel parts Parts Center 800.626.2002 (U.S.) 800.661.1616 (Canada) GEAppliances.com (U.S.) www - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 38
the front of the drawer up and free of the range. To replace storage drawer: Set the stops on the back of the drawer over the stops in the range. Slide drawer evenly and straight back, so that the rails in the range are engaged. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 38 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 39
pulling the drawer forward and free. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Removable Lower Oven Drawer Pan NOTE: For models with an electric warming drawer or lower oven drawer, before performing any adjustments, cleaning or service, disconnect the range electrical power supply at the household - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 40
is completed. • Note to Consumer - Keep this Owner's Manual and Installation 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. • Skill level - Installation of this appliance - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 41
from oven before connecting gas and electrical supply to range. 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 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 42
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 adjusted to meet specific requirements. The range may be placed with 0″ clearance (flush) at the back wall. Minimum - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 43
purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at no cost (in Canada, call 1.800.561.3344). For installation instructions of the bracket, visit GEAppliances.com (in Canada, GEAppliances.ca). ■ For your safety, never use your range for warming or heating the room. Your oven and cooktop are not designed - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 44
Instructions 1 PROVIDE ADEQUATE GAS SUPPLY Your range is designed to operate at a pressure of 5″ of water column on natural gas or, if designed for LP gas (propane or butane), 10″ of water column. Make sure you are supplying your range with the type of gas for which it is designed. This range - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 45
Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS For models JGB500, PGB900, PGB908 and PGB910 only. (See the below section for models JGB605, PGB916, PGB918 and PGB975.) Recommended area for 120V outlet on rear wall and area for throughthe-wall connection of pipe stub and shut-off - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 46
Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP 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 ft. max.) Adapter Gas shut-off valve RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS 45° Elbow Gas Flow into Range - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 47
in Canada) Align gas range receptacles. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) are devices that sense leakage of current in a circuit and automatically switch off power when a threshold leakage level is detected. These devices must be manually reset by the consumer. The National Electrical - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 48
, one large and one extra-large burner head. Large head Front of range (on some models) (on some models) Extra-large head D Grates Place the left, right and center grates on the cooktop. These grates are position specific. The undersides of the left and right grates are marked "LEFT FRONT - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 49
Installation Instructions 6 CHECK IGNITION OF SURFACE BURNERS Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after the range and gas supply lines have been carefully checked for leaks. Electric Ignition Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to LITE - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 50
Instructions RANGE A. Install the oven racks in the oven and position the range where it will be installed. Lower range Raise range Lower range Leg leveler Raise range (on some models) (on some models if range is supplied with natural gas, should burn with no yellow tipping. (With most LP gas, - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 51
is unobstructed. CONVERTING TO LP GAS (or converting back to natural gas from LP) This range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas. If you want to convert to LP gas, the conversion must be performed by a qualified LP gas installer. The conversion instructions and LP orifices can be found - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 52
left and right corners. Look for the gas shut-off lever at the back of the range. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Lever is shown closed. PULL TO OPEN. Sealed burner models Thumb screws Lower oven drawer models Control signals after entering cooking time or start - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 53
Installation Instructions Problem Burners do not light (cont.) Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Burner parts not replaced correctly. What To Do • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. • See the Care and cleaning of the range section. Gas - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 54
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Problem Excessive smoking Oven door will not open after a clean cycle Oven not clean after a clean cycle "Door" appears in the display (on models with a door latch) Possible - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 55
Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Installation Instructions Problem temporary. Fan noise (some models) The convection fan may Care and cleaning of the range section. Drawer is overloaded set. • See the Electric warming drawer or Lower oven Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 56
Notes. 56 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 57
2002 (U.S.) or 800.661.1616 (Canada) (during normal business hours). Have your model number ready. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Grates Surface Burner Heads and Caps Surface Elements and Drip Pans Knobs or Griddle Oven Racks Oven Elements Experience these - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 58
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 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 58 - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 59
Operating Instructions 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 available when calling for service. Staple - GE PGB908DEMCC | Use and Care Manual - Page 60
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. In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca Schedule Service In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on
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Safety Instructions
. . . .2–7
Operating Instructions
Aluminum Foil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Lower Oven Drawer . . . . . . . . . . .30
Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11–32
Baking and Roasting . . . . . . . . .14
Control Lockout . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Convection
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .18–22
Gas/Control Lockout . . . . . . . . .24
Oven Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 12
Power Outage . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 15
Preheating
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Racks
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Sabbath Feature . . . . . . . . .25, 26
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .31, 32
Special Features
. . . . . . . . .23, 24
Thermostat Adjustment . . . . . .27
Timed Baking
and Roasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Timed Convection Baking . . . .22
Surface Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . .8–10
Griddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Warming Drawer . . . . . . . . . .28, 29
Care and Cleaning
Burner Assembly
. . . . . . . . . .33, 34
Burner Grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Control Panel and Knobs
. . . . . .36
Cooktop
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Griddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Oven Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Oven Light Replacement
. . . . . .38
Oven Vents
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31, 32
Stainless Steel Surfaces
. . . . . . .37
Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38, 39
Installation
Instructions
. . . . . . . . . . .40–51
Air Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Anti-Tip Device
. . . . . . . . . . . .43, 51
Assemble Surface Burners . . . . .48
Checking Burner
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Connecting the Range
to Gas
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44–46
Dimensions and Clearances . . .42
Electrical Connections
. . . . .47, 48
Leveling the Range . . . . . . . . . . . .50
LP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Troubleshooting
Tips
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52–55
Accessories
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Consumer Support
Consumer Support
. . .Back Cover
Warranty for Customers
in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Warranty for Customers
in the U.S.A.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Ranges
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49-85169-1
06-09 JR
JGB500
JGB605
PGB900
PGB908
PGB910
PGB916
PGB918
PGB975
Owner’s Manual
& Installation
Instructions
GEAppliances.com
Self-Cleaning Gas
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
____________________
Serial #______________________
You can find them on a label
on the front of the range behind the
warming drawer or lower
oven drawer.
In Canada contact us at:
www.GEAppliances.ca