GE JBP22GP User's Manual
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1. Hold hand under cover so it doesn t fall when released With fingers of same hand firmly push back wire bail until it clears cover Lift off cover DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS Replace bulb with 40 watt home appliance bulb To replace cover Place it into groove of lamp receptacle Pull wire bail forward to center of cover until it snaps into place When in place wire holds cover firmly Be certain wire bail is in depression in center of cover Connect electric power to range Surface Units Clean the area under the drip pan trim rings often Built up soil especially grease may catch fire To make cleaning easier tilt lock units lift up and lock in the up position and plug in units are removable Caution Be sure all controls are turned to OFF and surface units are cool before attempting to lift or remove them After lifting the tilt lock unit or removing a plug in unit remove the drip pan trim rings and clean them according to directions in the Cleaning Guide Wipe around the edges of the surface unit opening Clean the area below the unit Rinse all washed areas with a damp cloth or sponge Tilt Lock stand up Units on models so equipped You can lift a tilt lock unit upward about 6 inches and it will lock in the up position To reposition the tilt lock unit e Replace the drip pan trim ring into the recess in the cooktop elf you have a separate trim ring put it in place over2. Baking When cooking a food for the first time in your new oven use time given on recipes as a guide Oven thermostats over a period of years may drift from the factory setting and a difference in timing between an old and a new oven of 5 to 10 minutes is not unusual Since your new oven has been set correctly at the factory it is more likely to be accurate than the oven it replaced How to Set Your Range for Baking Step 1 Place food in oven being certain to leave about 1 inch of space between pans and walls of oven for good circulation of heat Close oven door During baking avoid frequent door openings to prevent undesirable results OVEN TEMP OVEN SET Step 2 Turn OVEN SET knob to BAKE and OVEN TEMP knob to temperature on recipe or in Baking Guide Step 3 Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe Cook longer if necessary Switch off heat and remove foods How to Time Bake on models with this feature The automatic oven timer controls are designed to turn the oven on or off automatically at specific times that you set 14 How to Set Immediate Start and Automatic Stop NOTE Before beginning make sure the hands of the range clock show the correct time of day Immediate Start is simply setting the oven to start baking now and turn off at a later time automatically Remember foods continue cooking after controls are off Step 1 To set Stop Time push in knob on STOP
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4. recommended FOOD DOES NOT ROAST OR BAKE PROPERLY CALROD SURFACE UNITS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY OVEN SET knob not set on BAKE OVEN TEMP knob not set correctly Shelf position is incorrect Check Roasting or Baking Guides Oven shelf is not level Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used A foil tent was not used when needed to slow down browning during roasting e Surface units are not plugged in solidly Trim rings drip pans are not set securely in the range top Surface unit controls are not properly set OVEN WILL NOT SELF CLEAN OVEN DOOR WON T LATCH e Automatic timer dials not set or not set properly Clock must be set to time of day and the STOP TIME dial must be set and advanced beyond the time noted on oven clock The STOP TIME dial was not advanced for long enough Both OVEN SET and OVEN TEMP knobs must be set at CLEAN setting e During the self cleaning function a thick pile of spillover in the oven can leave a heavy layer of ash that can insulate the area from further heat Latch handle not moved to the right Oven may be too hot from previous use Open oven door to cool oven When oven has cooled latch handle can again be moved OVEN SET knob must be at CLEAN or OFF before latch handle can be moved If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service 26 INSTALLATION INSTRUC
5. 17 20 3 to 5 Ibs Over 5 Ibs 35 40 30 35 35 40 10 to 15 Ibs Over 15 Ibs 20 25 15 20 5 Frozen roasts can be conventionally roasted by adding 10 to 25 minutes per pound more time than given in guide for refrigerated roasts 10 minutes pe pound for roasts under 5 pounds Defrost poultry before roasting Internal Temperature 130C 1 40 1500 1 60 1 70 185 130 140 1 SOL1 60 1700 185 gt 170 180 17001803 125C 130 170 185 190 1 85 190 In thigh 185G 190 F 17 almcranr Broiling Broiling is cooking food by intense radiant heat from the upper unit in the oven Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled Follow these steps to keep spattering and smoking to aminimum Step 1 If meat has fat or gristle near edge cut vertical slashes through both about 2 apart If desired fat may be trimmed leaving layer about 1 8 thick Step 2 Place meat on broiler rack in broiler pan Always use rack so fat drips into broiler pan otherwise juices may become hot enough to catch fire Step 3 Position shelf on recommended shelf position as suggested in Broiling Guide Most broiling is done on C position but if your range is connected to 208 Volts you may wish to use a higher position Step 4 Leave door ajar a few inches except when broiling chicken The door stays open by itself yet the proper temperature is maintained in the oven OVEN S
6. C 13 13 recommended Slash fat Rare I vin thick C 10 7 8 Medium 2t024Ibs C 15 14 16 Well Done C 23 20 25 Chicken 1 whole A 35 10 15 Reduce time about 5 t010 minutes per side 2to 2 Ibs for cut up chicken Brusheachside with split lengthwise melted butter Broi I withskin side dow n firstand broil with door closed Bakery Products Bread Toast or 2 totslices C hee 4 Space evenly Place English muffins cut Toaster Pastries 1 pkg 2 side up and brush with butter ii desired English Muffins 2 split C 3 4 Lobster tails 2 4 13 16 Do not Cut through back of shell spread open 6 to 8 oz each turn er Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of broil ing time Fish 1 Ib fillets ato C 5 5 Handle and turn very carefully Brush w ith l in Inch lemon butter before and during cooking if desired Preheat broiler to increase browning Ham slices lin thick B 8 8 Increase time 5 to 10 minutes per side for precooked 1 inch thick or home cured ham Pork chops Well Done 20 in C pi 10 Slash fat ain thick B 1 13 about 1 1b Lamb chops Medium 2 yin thick C 8 4 7 Slash fat Well Done about to 12 oZ C 10 10 Medium 2 lain thick C 10 4 6 Well Done aboutl Ib B 17 I 2 14 Wieners and 1 Ib pkg 10 Cc If desired splitsausages in half similar precooked sausages bratwurst lengthwise cut into 5 to 6 inch pieces 19
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8. are at OFF position and all coils are cool before attempting to remove the unit Don t immerse or soak removable surface units Don t put them in a dishwasher Do not self clean the surface units in the oven When flaming foods are under the hood turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flame e Foods for frying should be as dry as possible Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over sides of pan Use little fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added elf a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly e Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats e Use deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installing Your Range Your range like many other household items is heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting When moving the range on this type of flooring use care and it is recommended that these simple and inexpensive instructions be followed The range should be installed on a 1 4 inch thick sheet of plywood or simi lar material as follows When the floor covering ends at the front of ther ige the area that the range willrest on should be built Lip with plywood to the same l
9. as fat smatterings etc wash with soap and water when cooled and then rinse Polish with a dry cloth INSIDE OF DOOR Clean ONLY the door liner outside the gasket The door is automatically cleaned if the oven is in the self cleaning cycle DO NOT rub or damage gasket Avoid getting soap and water on the gasket or in the openingson the door Rinse well NOTE Soap left on liner causes additional stains when oven is reheated DO NOT USE oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives OUTSIDE OF DOOR Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door Oven Gasket Oven Liner Oven Vent Duct Soap and Water Soap and Water Shelves See Self Cleaning Ov en Directions Soap and Water Avoid getting ANY cleaning materials m the gasket Cool before cleaning Frequent wiping with mild soap and water will prolong the time between major cleanings Be sure to rinse thoroughly to avoid additional staining For heavy soiling use your Sel f cleaning cycle often Remove the Oven Vent Duct found under the right rear surface unit Wash in hot soapy water and dryand replace Opening should match opening in drip pan Your shelves can be cleaned with the self cleaning function in the oven For heavy soil clean by hand and rinse thoroughly Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration Spillove
10. eSoap and Water eSoap and Water Paper Towel Dry Cloth Soap and Water Soap and Water GENERAL DIRECTIONS Donot clean the bake unit or broil unit Any soil will burn off when the unit 1s heated NOTE The bake unit ishinged and can be lifted gently to clean the oven floor If spillover residue or ashaccumulatesaround the bake unit gently wipe around the unit with warm water Drain fat cool pan and rack slightly Do not letsoiled pan and rack stand in oven to cool Sprinkle on detergent Fill the pan with warm water and spread cloth or paper towelover the rack Let pan and rack stand for a few minutes Wash scour if necessary Rinse and dry OPTION The broiler pan and rack may also be cleaned in a dishwasher Pullotf knobs Wash gently but do not soak Dry and return controlsto range making sure to match flat area on the knob and shaft Wash all glass with cloth dampened in soapy water Rinse and polish with a dry cloth If knobs are removed do not allow water to run down inside the surface of glass while cleaning DO NOT USE steel wool abrasives ammonia acids or commercial oven cleaners Wash rinse and then polish with a dry cloth DO NOT USE oven cleaners cleansing powders or harsh abrasives These might scratch the surface If acids should spill on the range while it is hot use a dry paper towel or cloth to wipe up right away When the surface has cooled wash and rinse For other spills such
11. easily Let front of drawer down then push in to close Removable Oven Door To REMOVE door open to BROIL position or where you feel hinge catch slightly Grasp door at sides lift door up and away from hinges To REPLACE grasp door at sides Line up door with hinges and push door firmly into place 22 Oven Vent Duct Your range is vented through a duct located under the right rear surface unit Clean the duct often To remove e Make sure unit is cool e Lift up right rear surface unit eRemove drip pan trim ring e Lift out oven vent duct To replace e Place the part over the oven vent located below the cooktop with opening of the duct under the round opening in the drip pan Itis important that the duct is in the correct position so moisture and vapors from the oven can be released during oven use NOTE Never cover the hole in the oven vent duct with aluminum foil or any other material This prevents the oven vent from working properly during any cooking cycle Lamp Replacement CAUTION Before replacing your oven lamp bulb disconnect the electric power for your range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel Be sure to let the lamp cover and bulb cool completely before removing or replacing them The oven lamp bulb is covered with aglass removable cover which is held in place with a bail shaped wire Remove oven door if desired to reach cover easily To remove
12. on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Smother flaming pan on surface unit by covering pan completely with well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray or if available use dry chemical or foam type extinguisher Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering with baking soda or if available a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Do not touch heating elements or interior surface of oven These surfaces may be hot enough to burn 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 interior area of the oven allow sufficient time for cooling first Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop and areas facing the cooktop oven vent opening and surfaces near the opening and crevices around the oven door Remember The inside surface of the oven may be hot when the door is opened e When cooking pork follow the directions exactly and always cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least 170 F This assures that in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat it will be killed and the meat will be safe to eat Do not use oven for a storage area Items stored in oven can ignite Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range continued on next page 3 cHannan nem 1awoa 1mp
13. set or you can set both DELAY START and STOP TIME dials to automatically start and stop oven at a later time of day It takes the worry out of not being home to start or stop the oven Setting the dials for TIME BAKE is explained in detail in the Baking section of this book Self Clean Uses Automatic Timer The self cleaning function on your range uses the Automatic Timer to set the length of time needed to clean whether you wish to clean immediately or delay the cleaning until low energy times such as during the night See the Self Cleaning instructions in this book Questions and Answers Q How can I use my Minute Timer to make my surface cooking easier A Your Minute Timer will help time total cooking which includes time to boil food and change temperatures Do not judge cooking time by visible steam only Food will cook in covered containers even though youcan t see any steam Q Must the clock be set on correct time of day when I wish to use the Automatic Timer for baking A Yes if you wish to set the DELAY START or STOP TIME dials to turn on and off at set times during timed functions Q Can I use the Minute Timer during oven cooking A The Minute Timer can be used during any cooking function The Automatic Timers DELAY START and STOP TIME dials are used with TIME BAKE function only Q Can I change the clock while I m Time Cooking in the oven A No The clock cannot be changed during
14. the drip pan The drip pan must be under the trim ring eGuide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly Plug In Units on models so equipped Lift a plug in unit about linch above the trim ring just enough to grasp it and pull it out Do not lift a plug in unit more than 1 inch If you do it may not lie flat on the trim ring when you plug it back in Repeated lifting of the plug in unit more than 1 inch above the trim ring can permanently damage the receptacle Separate Drip Pan amp Trim Ring Installation Removal f Drip Pan Terminals To replace a plug in unit e Replace the drip pan into the recess in the cooktop Make sure opening in pan lines up with receptacle If you have a separate trim ring put it in place over the drip pan The drip pan must be under the trim ring e Insert the terminals of the plug in unit through the opening in the drip pan and into the receptacle eGuide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly Note The drip pan must be under the trim ring CAUTION eDo not attempt to clean plug in surface units in an automatic dishwasher eDo not immerse plug in surface units in liquids of any kind e Do not bend the plug in surface unit plug terminals eDo not attempt to clean adjust or in any way repair the plug in receptacle Adjusting Oven Thermostat Use the time given in your recipe when using the oven for the first time Oven thermos
15. which holds door open correctly 3 For steaks and chops slash fat evenly around outside edges of meat To slash cut crosswise through outer fatsurface just to the edge of the meat Use tongs to turn meat over to prevent piercing Meat and losing jU ices 4 If desired marinate meats or chicken before broil ing or brush with barbecue sauce last 5 to 10 minutes of broiling only 5 When w ranging food on pan do not let fatty edges hang over sides Fat that drips could soil the oven 6 Broiler does not need to be preheated However for very thin foods or to increase browning preheat if desired 7 Frozen steaks can be conventionally broiled by positioning the oven shelf at next lowest shelf position and increasing cooking time given in this guide 1 4 times per side 8 If your range is connected to 208 Volts rare steaks may be broiled by preheating broil and positioning the oven shelf one position higher SsuITlOIg Quantity and or Shelf First Side Second Side Food Thickness Position Time Minutes Time Minutes Comments Bacon 1b about 8 C 3 3 Arrange in single layer thinslices Ground Beef Well Done IIb 4 patties C 7 4 5 Space evenly gt to in thick Up to8 patties take about same time Beef Steaks Rare 1 in thick C 7 7 Steaks less than 1 inch thick cook Medium Ito 1 lbs C 9 9 through before brown ing Pan fryingis well Done
16. 3to5 more minutes LO then addeggs When bottoms of egg have justset carefullyturn O er 10 cook other side LO Carefully add eggs Cook uncoy ered about 5 minutes at MED HI MED Add egg mixture Cook stirring to desired doneness LO Stir occasionally and check for sticking LO Simmer until fork tender MED HI or MED Brown and cook to desired doneness tuming O eras needed Ifyoudo notcover skillet baste eggs with fat to cook tops evenly Remove cooked eggs with slotted spoon or pancake turner Eggs continue to set slightly after cooking For omelet do not stir last few minutes When set fold in half Fresh fruit Use 1 4 to 1 2 cup water per pound of fruit Dried fruit Use water as package directs Time depends on w hether truithas been presoaked If not allow more cooking ume Meatcan be seasonedand floured before it is browned if desired Liquid ariations for flavor could be wine fruit or tomato juice or lllCat broth Timing Steaks 1 to 2 inches to 2hours Beef Stew 2 to 3 hours Pot Roast 2 to 4 hours Pantrying is best for thin steaks and chops If rare is desired pre heat skillet before adding meat RIGHT Cr SS L NOT OVER 1 Directions and Settings Directions and Settings Food Cookware to Start Cooking to Complete Cooking Comments Fried Chicken Covered HI Melt fat Switch to MED LO Cover skillet and For crisp dry chicken cover only Sk
17. EANING Light 20 9 Oven Vent Duct 22 Locatedunder right rear surface unit 10 Calrod Surface Unit Trim Rings Drip Pans 22 23 on models so equipped 1 Modeland Serial Numbers 2 12 Oven Interior Light on models so equipped 22 Comes on automatically when door is opened 13 Oven Shelf Supports 13 14 Oven Light Switch for models with oven windows 13 15 Storage Drawer on models so equipped 22 25 16 Anti Tip Device 3 27 29 See installation Instructions 17 Bake Unit 14 May be lifted gently for wiping oven floor 18 Oven Shelf numbers may vary 13 19 Broil Unit 18 20 Door Latch Use for Se f clean only 20 21I Broiler Pan and Rack 18 on models so equipped Do not clean in Self Cleaning Oven ASnmw INAT IN ATMDAT Surface Cooking See Surface Cooking Guide Surface Cooking with Infinite Heat Controls At both OFF and HI positions there is a slight niche so control clicks at those positions click on HI marks the highest setting the lowest setting is LO In a quiet kitchen you may hear slight clicking sounds during cooking indicating heat settings selected are being maintained Switching heats to higher settings always shows a quicker change than switching to lower settings How to Set the Controls Step 1 Grasp control knob and push in Step 2 Turn either clockwise or counterclockwise to desired heat setting Control must be pushed into set only from OFF positio
18. ET OVEN TEMP Step 5 Turn both OVEN SET and OVEN TEMP knob to BROIL Preheating units is not necessary See notes in Broiling Guide 18 Step 6 Turn food only once during broiling Time foods for first side per Broiling Guide Turn food then use times given for second side as a guide to preferred doneness Where two thicknesses and times are given together use first times given for thinnest food Step 7 When finished broiling turn OVEN SET knob to OFF Serve food immediately leaving the broiler pan and rack outside oven to cool during meal for easiest cleaning Use of Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line your broiler pan and broiler rack However you must mold the foil tightly to the rack and cut slits in it just like the rack Without the slits the foil will prevent fat and meat juices from draining to the broiler pan The juices could become hot enough to catch on fire If you do not cut the slits you are frying not broiling Questions amp Answers Q Why should I leave the door closed when broiling chicken A Chicken is the only food recommended for closed door broiling This is because chicken is relatively thicker than other foods you broil Closing the door holds more heat in the oven which allows chicken to cook evenly throughout Q When broiling is it necessary to always use a rack in the pan A Yes Using the rack suspends the meat over the pan As the meat coo
19. Metal Pans Glass Custard Cups or Casserole set in pan of hot water Glass Custard Cups or Casserole Foil Pan on Cookie Sheet Spreadtocrust edges Glass or Satin finish Metal Pan Glass or Satin finish Metal Pan Glass or Satin finish Metal Pan Set on Oven Shelf Glass or Metal Pan Glass 350 3750 3500 325 350 35004000 400 425 375 4000 3500 4000 3000 500 40004250 40004250 450 325 4000 325 375 300 3500 30 60 50 90 Bar cookies from mix use same time Use Shelf C and increase temp 25 F to 50 F for more browning Reduce temp to 300 F for large custard Cook bread or rice pudding with custard base 80 to 90 minutes Large pies use 400 F and more time To quickly brown meringue use 400 F for 8 to 10 minutes Custard fillings require lower temperature longer time Increase time for larger amount or size 15 S uva Roasting Roasting is cooking by dry heat Tender meat or poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven Roasting temperatures which should be low and steady keep spattering to aminimum When roasting it is not necessary to sear baste cover or add water to your meat Roasting isreally a baking procedure used tor meats Therefore oven controls are set to BAKE You may hear a slight clicking sound indicating the oven is working properly Roasting is easy just follow these steps Step 1 Check weight of m
20. Operating the Self Cleaning Oven Normal cleaning time 3 hours Before Setting Oven Controls Check These Things Step 1 eRemove broiler pan broiler rack and other cookware from the oven Oven shelves may be left in oven NOTE Shelves will discolor during the self clean cycle Step 2 e Wipe up heavy soil on oven bottom If you use soap rinse thoroughly before self cleaning to prevent staining R ES A CATTA E NAE RENT E S T E CNN Eeen A Oven Front Frame B Oven Door Gasket C Openings in Door D Oven Light Step 3 e Clean spatters or spills on oven front flame A and oven door outside gasket B with a dampened cloth Polish with a dry cloth Do not clean gasket B Do not allow water to run down through openings in top of door C Never use a commercial oven cleaner in or around self cleaning oven eClean top sides and outside front of oven door with soap and water Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners 20 Step 4 e Close oven door and make sure oven light D is off Caution Chrome trim rings around the surface units should never be cleaned in the self cleaning oven Neither should reflector pans of foil or shiny chrome How to Set Oven for Cleaning Step 1 e Turn OVEN SET and OVEN TEMP knobs to CLEAN Controls will snap into final position when the CLEAN location is reached OVEN TEMP OVEN SET Step 2 Slide the latch handle to the right
21. TIME dial and turn pointer to time you want oven to turn off for example 6 00 The DELAY START dial should be at the same position as the time of day on clock OVEN SET OVEN TEMP Step 2 Turn OVEN SET knob to TIME BAKE Turn OVEN TEMP knob to oven temperature for example 250 F The oven will start immediately and will stop at the time you have set How to Set Delay Start and Stop Delay Start and Stop is setting the oven timer to turn the oven on and off automatically at a later time than the present time of day Step 1 To set start time push in knob on DELAY START dial and turn pointer to time you want oven to turn on for example 3 30 Step 2 To set Stop Time push in knob on STOP TIME dial and turn pointer to time you want oven to turn off for example 6 00 This means your recipe called for two and one half hours of baking time NOTE The time on STOP TIME dial must be later than the time shown on the range clock and DELAY START dial OVEN TEMP OVEN SET Step 3 Turn OVEN SET knob to TIME BAKE Turn OVEN TEMP knob to 250 F or recommended temperature Place food in oven close the door and automatically the oven will be turned on and off at the times you have set When cooking is completed turn OVEN SET to OFF and remove food from oven Oven indicator light s at TIME BAKE setting may work differently than they do at BAKE setting Carefully recheck the steps given above If all op
22. TIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully IMPORTANT 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 after installation is completed NOTE TO CONSUMER Keep this Use and Care Guide and Installation Instructions for future use NOTE This appliance must be properly grounded TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Large blade screwdriver Channel lock pliers ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION FOR PERSONAL SAFETY DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR OPEN CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit protected by a circuit breaker or time delay fuse as noted on the rating plate Wiring must conform to National Electric Codes Ifthe electric service provided does not meet the above specifications it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet Because range terminals are not accessible after range is in position flexible service conduit or cord must be used STEP 1 PREPARE THE OPENING 1 spacing is recommended from the range to adjacent vertical walls above cooktop surface Allow 30 minimum clearance between surface units and bottom of unprotected w
23. Use and Care amp Installation Guide Self Cleaning Electric Range Contents Aluminum Foil 4 18 Thermostat Adjustment 23 Anti Tip Device 3 27 29 Vent Duct 22 Appliance Registration 2 Problem Solver 26 Canning Tips 9 Safety Instructions 2 4 Care and Cleaning 22 25 Surface Cooking 8 11 lock Timer 12 Control Settings 8 Consumer Services 31 Cookware Tips 10 11 Energy Saving Tips 5 Warranty Back Cover Features 6 7 Installation Instructions 27 29 Leveling 5 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Oven 13 23 Baking Baking Guide 14 15 Broiling Broiling Guide 18 19 Control Settings 13 Door Removal 22 Light Bulb Replacement 13 22 Roasting Roasting Guide 16 17 GE Answer Center Self Cleaning 20 21 800 626 2000 Models JBP22P JBP26GP JBP22GP JBP26AP JBP24GP JBP26WP JBP25GP GE Appliances Help us help you Before using your range read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new range properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help write include your phone number Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find them on a label on the front of the range behind the range door These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your range Before sending in this card please write the
24. any program that uses the oven timer You must either stop those programs or wait until they are finished before changing time Using Your Oven Before Using Your Oven 1 Look at the controls Be sure you understand how to set them properly Read over the directions for the Automatic Oven Timer so you understand its use with the controls 2 Check oven interior Look at the shelves Take a practice run at removing and replacing them properly to give sure sturdy support 3 Read over information and tips that follow 4 Keep this book handy so you can refer to it especially during the first weeks of getting acquainted with your range Oven Controls OVEN SET OVEN TEMP The controls for the oven are marked OVEN SET and OVEN TEMP The OVEN SET control has settings for BAKE TIME BAKE BROIL CLEAN and OFF When you turn the knob to the desired setting the proper heating units are then activated for that operation OVEN TEMP control maintains the temperature you set from WARM 150 F to BROIL 550 F and also at CLEAN 880 F Oven Cycling Light The Oven Cycling Light glows until the oven reaches your selected temperature then goes off and on with the oven unit s during cooking PREHEATING the oven even to high temperature settings is speedv It rarely takes longer than 10 minutes Preheat the oven only when necessary Most foods will cook satisfactorily without prehea
25. as far as it will go Step 3 e Set the automatic oven timer Make sure both the clock and the DELAY START dial show the correct time of day When the DELAY START knob is pushed in and turned it will pop into place when the time shown on the clock is reached Push in and turn STOP TIME knob Set Stop Time for three hours later than present time of day for example if it is 6 00 now set Stop Time for 9 00 The oven cycling light below OVEN TEMP knob the CLEANING light and the OVEN ON light will glow indicating that the self clean cycle has begun When the oven reaches a certain temperature the oven door will lock The latch handle cannot be moved until oven cleaning is complete and the oven cools down Oven door and window on models so equipped get hot during self clean cycle DO NOT TOUCH The oven will smoke the first time you use the self clean cycle even though you have wiped up any excessive soil This is normal and should stop in about 10 minutes To help control the smoke turn on the exhaust fan over the range when you use the self clean cycle the first time Follow These Steps after Self Cleaning After cleaning is complete the door will stay locked until the oven cools down This takes about 30 minutes Step 1 e When oven has cooled slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and open the door If the door will not open move the latch handle
26. ave been carefully followed The process time will be shortened by 1 using a pressure canner and 2 starting with HOT tap water for fastest heating of large quantities of water Snminnan anap mce sdi t Suruue owon Surface Cooking Guide Cookware Tips 1 Use medium or heavy weight cookware Aluminum cookware conducts heat faster than other metals Cast iron and coated cast iron cookware are slow to absorb heat but generally cook evenly at low or medium settings Steel pans may cook unevenly if not combined with other metals 2 To conserve the most cooking energy pans should be flat on the bottom have straight sides and tight fitting lids Match the size of the saucepan to the size of the surface unit A pan that extends more than an inch beyond the edge of the trim ring traps heat causing discoloration on chrome trim rings ranging from blue to dark grey 3 Deep Fat Frying Do not overfill kettle with fat that may spill over when adding food Frosty foods bubble vigorously Watch foods frying at high temperatures and keep range and hood clean from accumulated grease Directions and Settings Directions and Settings Food Cookware to Start Cooking to Complete Cooking Comments Cereal Cornmeal grits Covered HI In covered pan bring LO then addcereal Cereals bubble and expand as oatmeal Saucepan Water to boil before adding Finish timing according they cook use large enough cereal to package di
27. back to the right wait an additional 15 minutes and then try again Do not force the latch handle OVEN SET OVEN TEMP wo D A W Vo Step 2 e Turn OVEN SET knob to OFF Step 3 Turn OVEN TEMP knob to WARM NOTE To start and stop cleaning ata time later than shown on clock push in and turn DELAY START dial to time you wish cleaning to start Then set STOP TIME dial for three hours later than the Start Time Oven will automatically turn on and off at the set times Questions and Answers Q Why won t my oven clean immediately even though I set all the time and clean knobs correctly A Check to be sure your DELAY START dial is set to the same time as the range clock Also check to be sure latch handle is moved to the right Q If my oven clock is not working can I still self clean my oven A No Your Automatic Oven Timer uses the range clock to help start and stop the self cleaning cycle Q Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part of my self cleaning oven A No cleaners or coatings should be used around any part of this oven If you do use them and do not wipe the oven absolutely clean afterward The residue can scar the oven surface and damage metal parts the next time the oven is automatically cleaned Q Can I clean the Woven Gasket around the oven door A No this gasket is essential for a good oven seal and care must be taken not to rub damage or move this gas
28. e after each cooking so unnoticed spatter will not burn on next time you cook To remove burned on spatters use any or all cleaning materials mentioned Rub lightly with scouring pad to prevent scratching of the surface Cool pans slightly Soak in detergent and wash or scour pans with hot water Rinse and dry Pans may also be cleaned in the dishwasher Porcelain drip pans can be cleaned in dishwasher or by hand After pans cool slightly soak in detergent and hot water wash with a plastic scouring pad if necessary then rinse and dry spins SulUeay7 25 Questions Use This Problem Solver PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY OVEN WILL NOT WORK Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet e The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped or a fuse has been blown Oven controls not properly set Door left in locked position after cleaning OVEN LIGHT DOES NOT WORK Light bulb is loose Bulb is defective Replace Switch operating oven light is broken Call for service FOOD DOES NOT BROIL PROPERLY OVEN SET knob not set at BROIL OVEN TEMP knob not set at BROIL Door not left ajar as recommended Improper shelf position being used Check Broiling Guide Necessary preheating was not done Food is being cooked on hot pan Cookware is not suited for broiling Aluminum foil used on the broil pan rack has not been fitted properly and slit as
29. eaning Guide Home CanningTips Canning should be done on surface units only Pots that extend beyond one inch of cooking element s trim ring are not recommended for most surface cooking However when canning with water bath or pressure canner larger diameter pots may be used This is because boiling water temperatures even under pressure are not harmful to cooktop surfaces surrounding the surface unit HOWEVER DO NOT USE LARGE DIAMETER CANNERS OR OTHER LARGE DIAMETER POTS FOR FRYING OR BOILING FOODS OTHER THAN WATER Most syrup or sauce mixtures and all types of frying cook at temperatures much higher than boiling water Such temperatures could eventually harm cooktop surfaces surrounding surface units Q Can I use special cooking equipment like an oriental wok on any surface units A Cookware without flat surfaces is not recommended The life of your surface unit can be shortened and the range top can be damaged from the high heat needed for this type of cooking Q Why am I not getting the heat I need from my units even though I have the knobs on the right setting A After turning surface unit off and making sure itis cool check to make sure that your plug in units are securely fastened into the surface connection Observe Following Points in Canning 1 Be sure the canner fits over the center of the surface unit If your range or its location does not allow the canner to be centered o
30. eat and place fat side Lip on roasting rack in a shallow pan Broiler pan with rack is a good pan for this Line broiler pan with aluminum foil when using pan for marinating cooking with fruits cooking heavily cured meats or for basting food during cooking Avoid spilling these materials on oven 1 iner or door Step 2 Place meat in oven on shelf in either A or B position No preheating is necessary OVEN SET OVEN TEMP Step 3 Turn OVEN SET to BAKE and OVEN TEMP to 325 F Small poultry may be cooked at 375 F for best browning 16 Step 4 Most meats continue to cook slightly while standing after being removed from the oven Standing time recommended for roasts is 10 to 20 minutes This allows roasts to firm up and makes them easier to carve Internal temperature will rise about 5 to 10 F If you wish to compensate for temperature increase remove the roast from the oven at 5 to 10 F less than temperature in the guide NOTE You may wish to use TIME BAKE as described in the Baking section to turn oven on and off automatically y Remember that food will continue to cook in the hot oven and therefore should be removed when the desired internal temperature has been reached For Frozen Roasts Frozen roasts of beef pork lamb etc can be started without thawing but allow 10 to 25 minutes per pound additional time 10 minutes per pound for roasts under 5 pounds allow more time p
31. eheating is necessary watch the indicator light and put food in oven promptly after the light goes out Always turn oven OFF before removing food e During baking avoid frequent door openings Keep door open as short a time as possible if it is opened e Be sure to wipe upexcess spillage before starling the self cleaning operation Cook complete oven meals instead of just one food item Potatoes other vegetables and some desserts will cook together with a main dish casserole meat loat chicken or roast Choose foods that cook at the same temperature and in approximately the same time e Use residual heat i n the oven whenever possible to finish cooking casseroles oven meals etc Also add rolls or precooked desserts to warm oven using Ic sidual heat to warm them suononasut A1a1ee 1uPe1IOdUIT ZUHA T pue SUITIeISUT sdiq SUIABC ASIOU Features of Your Range JBP22P JBP22GP JBP26GP JBP26AP JBP26WP JBP24GP JBP25GP Note not all doors have windows fUrTIrr ry 20 GORA a Broiler Pan not included on all models Explained Feature Index not all models have all features on page 1 Surface Unit Controls 8 2 ON Indicator Light Lights for Surface Units 8 3 OVEN ON Light 13 4 Oven Set Control 13 5 Automatic Oven Timer Clock and Minute Timer 12 6 Oven Temp Control 13 7 Oven Cycling Light 13 8 Oven CL
32. eproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances The fiberglass insulation in self clean ovens gives off a very small amount of carbon monoxide during the cleaning cycle Exposure can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual e Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions Don t attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this book All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician e Before performing any service DISCONNECT THE RANGE POWER SUPPLY AT THE HOUSEHOLD DISTRIBUTION PANEL BY REMOVING THE FUSE OR SWITCHING OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER WARNING ai ranges can tip and injury could result To prevent accidental tipping of the range attach it to the wall and floor by installing the Anti Tip device supplied See Installation Instructions To check if the device is installed and engaged properly carefully tip the range forward until it engages the device If you pull the range out
33. er pound for larger roasts Thaw most frozen poultry before roasting to ensure even doneness Some commercial frozen poultry can be cooked successfully without thawing Follow directions given on packer s label Questions and Answers Q Is it necessary to check for doneness with a meat thermometer A Checking the finished internal temperature at the completion of cooking time is recommended Temperatures are shown in Roasting Guide on opposite page For roasts over 8 lbs cooked at 300 F with reduced time check with thermometer at half hour intervals after half the time has passed Q Why is my roast crumbling when I try to carve it A Roasts are easier to slice if allowed to cool 10 to 20 minutes after removing from oven Be sure to cut across the grain of the meat Q Do I need to preheat my oven each time I cook a roast or poultry A It is rarely necessary to preheat your oven only for very small roasts which cook a short length of time Q When buying a roast are there any special tips that would help me cook it more evenly A Yes Buy a roast as even in thickness as possible or buy rolled roasts Q Can I seal the sides of my foil tent when roasting a turkey A Sealing the foil will steam the meat Leaving it unsealed allows the air to circulate and brown the meat Roasting Guide 1 Position oven shelf at B for small size roasts 3 to 7 lbs and at A for larger r
34. erations are done as explained oven will operate as it should Baking Guide 1 Aluminum pans conduct heat quickly For most conventional baking light shiny finishes generally give best results because they help prevent overbrowning For best browning results we recommend dull bottom surfaces for cake pans and pie plates 2 Dark or non shiny finishes and glass cookware generally absorb heat which may result in dry crisp crusts Reduce oven heat 25 F if lighter crusts are desired Rapid browning of some foods can be achieved by preheating cast iron cookware Food Bread Biscuits 14 in thick Coffee cake Corn bread or muffins Container Shiny Coohie Sheet Shiny Metal Pan with satin finish bottom Cast Iron or Glass Pan Shelf Position Oven Temperature 400 4750 35004000 4000 4500 3 Preheating the oven is not always necessary especially for foods which cook longer than 30 to 40 minutes For foods with short cooking times preheating gives best appearance and crispness 4 Open the oven door to check food as little as possible to prevent uneven heating and to save energy Time Minutes 15 20 20 30 20 40 Comments Canned refrigerated biscuits take 2 to 4 minutes less time Preheat cast iron pan for crisp crust Gingerbread Shiny Metal Pan with 350 45 55 satin finish bottom Muffins Shiny Metal Muffin Pan 40004250 20 30 Decrease about 5 minutes for m
35. ety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access toa TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request information or service WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the range that fails because of a manufacturing defect WHAT IS COVERED e 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 information service e Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical gas exhausting and other connecting facilities WHAT IS NOT COVERED YOUR GE ELECTRIC RANGE Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ord
36. evel or higher than the floor covering This willallow the range to be moved f or cleaning or Se T icing For complete information see Installation Instructions in the back of this book Leveling the Range Leveling screws are located on each corner of the base of the range Remove the bottom drawer and you can level the range on an uneven floor with the uw of a nutdriver To remove drawer pull drawer out all the way tilt up the front and take it out To replace drawer insert glides at back of drawer beyond stop on range glides L iftdrawer it necessary to insert easi ly Let f rent of drawer down then push in to close Energy Saving Tips Surface Cooking eUsecookwareof medi um weight alum inure wit h ti ght fitting co vers and flat bottoms which completely cover the heated portion of the surface unit e Cook fresh vegetables witha minimum amount of water in a covered pan e Watch foods when bringi ng them quickly to cooking temperatures at high heat When food reaches cooking temperature reduce heat immediately to lowest setting that wi keep it cooking e Use residual heat with surface cooking whenever possible For example when cooking eggs in the shell bring water and eggs to boil then turn to OFF position and cov er cookware with id to complete the cooking Oven Cooking e Preheat oven only when necessary Most foods will cook satis factorily without preheating If youfind pr
37. feet in or out as required To remove drawer pull it out all the way tilt up the front and remove it To replace insert glides at back of drawer beyond stop on range glides Lift drawer if necessary to insert easily One of the rear leveling feet will engage the ANTI TIP bracket allow for some side to side adjustment Allow a minimum clearance of 1 8 between the range and the leveling foot that is to be installed into the ANTI TIP bracket Check the range for proper installation into the ANTI TIP bracket after the range has been properly installed by grasping the edges of the REAR burner holes and carefully attempting to tilt the range forward STEP 8 FINAL CHECK Be sure all switches are in the off position before leaving the range 29 Notes 30 Well Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance receive the assurancethat if you ever need information or assistance from GE we ll be there All you have to do is cdi toll free In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 AGE Consumer Service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Satur days Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be handled in just
38. from the wall for any reason make sure the device engages the range when you push the range back Do not leave children alone children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where an appliance is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance eDon t allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the door drawer or range top They could damage the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury eCAUTION ITEMS OF INTEREST TO CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED IN CABINETS ABOVE A RANGE OR ON THE BACKSPLASH OF A RANGE CHILDREN CLIMBING ON THE RANGE TO REACH ITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED eNever wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with hot heating elements and may cause severe burns e Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders touch hot heating elements Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth For your safety never use your appliance for warming or heating the room Do not store flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop eDO NOT STORE OR USE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE e Keep hood and grease filters clean to maintain good venting and to avoid grease fires eDo not use water
39. helves may become so clean they do not slide easily To make shelves slide more easily after each self cleaning cycle dampen fingers with a small amount of cooking oil and rub lightly over sides of shelf where they contact shelf supports Q My oven shelves have become gray after the self clean cycle Is this normal A Yes After the self clean cycle the shelves may lose some luster and discolor to a deep gray Q Can I cook food on the cooktop while the oven is self cleaning A Yes While the oven is self cleaning you can use the cooktop just as you normally do 21 UIAGQ SUULIJ J S 24 SUNLIAdG Care and Cleaning See Cleaning Guide Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient and satisfactory service Follow these directions carefully in caring for your range to assure safe and proper maintenance Cooktop The porcelain enamel cooktop is sturdy but breakable if misused This finish is acid resistant However any food spills with a high acid content such as fruit juices tomato or vinegar should not be permitted to remain on the finish Cleaning Under the Range The area under the range of models equipped with a bottom drawer can be reached easily for cleaning by removing the bottom drawer To remove pull drawer Out all the way tiltup the front and remove it To replace insert glides at back of drawer beyond stop on range glides Lift drawer if necessary to insert
40. illet HI to brown chicken cook until tender Uncover after switching to LO for I minutes last few minutes Uncover and cook turning occasionally 1 to 20 m inutes Pan fried bacon Uncovered HI In cold skillet arrange MED HI Cook turning A more attention free method Skillet baconslices Cook just over as needed is to start and cook at MED Sauteed Less tender thin steaks chuck round etc liver thick or whole fish Simmered or stewed meat chicken corned beet smoked pork stew ing beef tongue etc Melting chocolate butter marshmallows Pancakes or French toast Pasta Noodle or spaghetti Pressure Cooking Puddings Sauces Candies Frostings Vegetables Fresh Fro en Sauteed 01110115 green peppers mushrooms celery etc Rice and Grits Covered Skillet Covered Dutch Oven Kettle or Large Saucepan Small Uncovered Saucepan Use smallsurface unit Skillet or Griddle Covered Large Kettle or Pot Pressure Cooker or Canner Uncovered Saucepan Covered Saucepan Covered Saucepan Uncov ered Skillet Covered Saucepan until starting to sizzle HI Meltfat Switch to MED to brown slowly HI Cover meat with water and cover pan or kettle Cook until steaming LO Allow 1 to 15 minutes to melt through Stir to smooth MED Hf Heat skillet 8 to 10 minutes Grease lightly HI In covered kettle bring salted water to a boil uncover and add pasta sl
41. inary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially e Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances
42. ker should jiggle 2 to 3 times per minute Stir frequently to prevent sticking Uncovered pan requires more water and longer ti mc Break up or stir as needed while cooking Turn over or stir vegetable as necessary for even browning Rice and grits triple in volume after cooking Time at WM Rice Icup rice and 2 cups w ater 25 minutes Grits 1 cup grits and 4 cups water 40 minutes 11 Automatic Timer and Clock The Automatic Timer and Clock on your range are helpful devices that serve several purposes To Set Clock TO SET THE CLOCK push the center knob in and turn the clock hands to the correct time The Minute Timer pointer will move also let knob out turn the Timer pointer to OFF To Set Minute Timer The Minute Timer has been combined with the Clock Use it to time all your precise cooking operations YoL1 11 recognize the Minute Timer as the pointer which is different in color and shape than the clock hands TO SET THE MINUTE TIMER turn the center knob without pushing in until pointer reaches number of minutes you wish to time Minutes are marked up to 60 in the center ring on the clock At the end of the set time a buzzer sounds to tell you time is up Turn knob without pushing in until pointer reaches OFF and buzzer stops 12 Time Bake Uses Automatic Timer Using Automatic Timer you can TIME BAKE with the oven starting immediately and turning off at the Stop Time
43. ket Q After having just used the oven I could not move the latch handle Why A After several continuous high temperature bakings or broilings the door cannot be latched If this happens let the oven cool by opening the oven door After the oven has cooled you will be able to latch the oven door for self cleaning Q What should I do if excessive smoking occurs during cleaning A This is caused by excessive soil and you should switch the OVEN SET knob to OFF Open windows to rid room of smoke Allow the oven to cool for at least one hour before opening the door Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle Q Is the crackling sound I hear during cleaning normal A Yes This is the metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions Q Should there be any odor during the cleaning A Yes there may be a slight odor during the first few cleanings Failure to wipe OUt excessive soll might also cause an odor 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 They 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 easily What is the matter A After many cleanings oven s
44. ks the juices fall into the pan thus keeping meat drier Juices are protected by the rack and stay cooler thus preventing excessive spatter and smoking Q Should I salt the meat before broiling A No Salt draws out the juices and allows them to evaporate Always salt after cooking Turn meat with tongs piercing meat with a fork allows juices to escape When broiling poultry or fish brush each side often with butter Q Why are my meats not turning out as brown as they should A In some areas the power volt age to the oven may be low In these cases preheat the broil unit for 10 minutes before placing broiler pan with food in oven Check to see if you are using the recommended shelf position Broil for longest period of time indicated in the Broiling Guide Turn food only once during broiling Q Do I need to grease my broiler rack to prevent meat from sticking A No The broiler rack is designed to reflect broiler heat thus keeping the surface cool enough to prevent meat from sticking to the surface However spraying the broiler rack lightly with a vegetable cooking spray before cooking will make cleanup easier Broiling Guide 1 Always use the broiler pan and rack that comes with your oven It is designed to minimize smoking and spattering by trapping juices in the shielded lower part of the pan 2 Oven door should be ajar for all foods except chicken there is a special position on door
45. n When control is any position other than OFF it may be rotated without pushing in Be sure you turn control to OFF when you finish cooking An indicator light will glow when ANY heat on any surface unit is on Cooking Guide for Using Heats dial settings may differ HI Quick start for cooking brings water to a boil MEDIUM HI lt Setting halfway between HI and MED Fast fry pan broil maintains a fast boil on large amounts of food MED Saute and brown maintains a slow boil on large amounts of food MEDIUM LO Setting halfway between MED and LO Cook after starting at HI cooks with little water in covered pan LO Steam rice cereal maintains serving temperature of most foods NOTE 1 At HI MEDIUM HI settings never leave food unattended Boilovers cause smoking greasy spillovers may catch fire 2 At MEDIUM LO LO settings melt chocolate and butter on small surface unit Questions amp Answers Q May I can foods and preserves on my surface unit A Yes but only use cookware designed for canning purposes Check the manufacturer s instructions and recipes for preserving foods Be sure canner is flat bottomed and fits over the center of your Calrod unit Since canning generates large amounts of steam be careful to avoid burns from steam or heat Canning should only be done on surface units Q Can I cover my drip pans with foil A No Clean as recommended in Cl
46. n the surface unit use smaller diameter pots for good canning results 2 Flat bottomed canners must be used Do not use canners with flanged or rippled bottoms often found in enamelware because they don t make enough contact with the surface unit and take too long to boil water RIGHT WRONG Q Why does my cookware tilt when J place it on the surface unit A Because the surface unit is not flat Make sure that the feet on your Calrod units are sitting tightly in the range top indentation and the reflector ring is flat on the range surface Q Why is the porcelain finish on my cookware coming off A If you set your Calrod unit higher than required for the cookware material and leave it the finish may smoke crack pop or burn depending on the pot or pan Also a too high heat for long periods and small amounts of dry food may damage the finish 3 When canning use recipes and procedures from reputable sources Reliable recipes and procedures are available from the manufacturer of your canner manufacturers of glass jars for canning such as Ball and Kerr and 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 h
47. oasts 2 Place meat fat side up or poultry breast side up on broiler pan or other shallow pan with trivet Do not cover Do not stuff poultry until just before roasting Use meat thermometer for more accurate doneness Do not place thermometer in stuffing 3 Remove fat and drippings as necessary Baste as desired 4 Standing time recommended for roasts is 10 to 20 minutes This allows roasts to firm up and makes them easier to carve Internal temperature will rise about 5 to 10 F If you wish to compensate for temperature increase remove the roast from the oven sooner at 5 to 10 F less than temperature in this guide Oven Type Temperature Meat Tender cuts rib high quality sirloin tip rump or top round Lamb leg or bone in shoulder Veal shoulder leg or loin Pork loin rib or shoulder Ham precooked Ham raw Fro boneless rolled roasts over 6 inches thick add5 to 10 minutes per pound to times given above Poultry Chicken or Duck 325 Chicken pieces 3500 Turkey 325 Doneness Rare Medium Well Done Rare Medium Well Done Well Done Well Done To Warm Well Done Well Done Well Done Well Done Approximate Roasting Time in Minutes per Pound 3to 5 Ibs 6 to 8 Ibs 24 30 18 22 30 35 22205 35 45 28 33 2 25 20 23 25 30 24 28 30 35 28 33 35 45 30 40 35 45 30 40 10 minutes per pound any weight Under 10 Ibs 10 to 15 Ibs 20 30
48. ood or metal top cabinet and 15 minimum between countertop and adjacent cabinet bottom STEP I cont To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surface units cabinet storage space above the surface units should be avoided If cabinet storage is to be provided the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a min of 5 beyond the bottom of the cabinets NOT LESS THAN Mee OF RANGE LOCATE OUTLET BOX WITHIN SHADED AREA OUTLET BOX INSTALLED LEFT OF WALL OF RANGE OUTLET BOX Anti Tip Bracket install in either rear corner 21 STEP 2 STEP 4 PREPARE FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 3 WIRE SYSTEM Use only a 3 conductor or if required a 4 Power Cord Installation Insert screws conductor range cord set as noted below through power cord terminals so that the These cord sets are provided with ring screws pass through connector block terminals type terminals and engage nuts Tighten screws securely The electrical rating of the cord must be ae SCREW gt 125 250 volts minimum 40 amperes Q PG TERNAT NOTE Only a 4 conductor cord is to be used aT when the appliance is installed in a mobile A home or where local codes do not permit 5 POWER grounding through the neutral a eee es CONNECTOR BLOCK gt MOVABLE TERMINAL NUT l Cable Direct Insolation Clamp bare wires between the connector block terminals and movable nuts with screws tightened
49. owly so boiling does not stop H Heat until first jiggle is heard HI Bring just to boil HI Measure 1 2 to inch water in saucepan Add salt and prepared vegetable In covered saucepan bring to boil HI Measure water and salt as above Add frozen block of vegetable In covered saucepan bring to boil HI tnskillet melt fat H Bring salted water to a boil LO Cover and cook until tender LO Cook until fork tender Water should slowly boil For very large loads medium heat may be needed Cook 2 to 3 minutes per side MED HI Cook uncovered until tender For large amounts HI may be needed to keep water at rolling boil throughout entire cooking time MED HI for foods cooking 10 minutes or Jess MED for foods over 10 minutes LO To finish cooking MED Cook pound 10 to 30 or more minutes depending on tenderness of vegetable LO Cook according to time on package MED Add vegetable Cook until desired tenderness is reached LO Cover and cook according touume Meat may be breaded or marinated in sauce before frying Add salt or other seasoning before cooking if meat has not been smoked or otherwise cured When melting marshmallows add milk or water Thick batter takes slightly longer time Turn pancakes over when bubbles rise to surface Use large enough kettle to prevent boilover Pasta doubles in size when cooked Anin a SIMANA arv v01ING Coo
50. rections saucepan to prevent boilover Cocoa Uncovered HI Stir together water or MED to cook 1 or2 minutes Milk boils ov er rapidly Watch as Saucepan milk cocoaingredients to completely blendingredients boiling point approaches Bring justto a boil Coffee Percolator HI At first perk switch LOto maintaingentle but Percolate to 1 minutesfor heat to LO steady perk 8 cups less for few er cups Eggs Cooked in shell Fried sLinny side up Fried over easy Poached Scrambled or omelets Fruits Meats Poultry Covered Saucepan Covered Skillet Uncovered Skillet Covered Skillet Uncovered Skillet Covered Saucepan Braised Pot roasts of Covered beef lamb or veal Skillet pork steaks and chops Pan fried Tender Uncovered chops thin steaks up Skillet to 3 4 inch minute steaks hamburgers franks and sausage thin fish fillets 10 HI Cover eggs with cool water Cover pan cook unti steaming MED HI Melt butter add eggs and cover skillet HI Melt butter Hlin covered pan bring water to a boil HI Heat butter until light golden in color HI In covered pan bring fruit and water to boil HI Melt fat thenadd meat Switch to MED HI to brow n meat Add w ater or other liquid HI Preheat skillet then grease lightly LO Cookonly3to4 minutes for soft cooked 15minutes for hard cooked Continue cooking at MED HI until w hites are just set about
51. rounded to neutral of appliance through a link If used in a MOBILE HOME or if LOCAL CODES do not permit grounding through the neutral 1 disconnect the link from neutral 2 use grounding terminal or lead to ground unit in accordance with local codes and 3 connect neutral terminal or lead to branch circuit in usual manner If the appliance is to be connected by means of a cord set use 4 conductor cord for this purpose CONNECTOR BLOCK 7 Ny GROUND 4TH GROUNDING LEAD gt gt gt LUG STEP 6 ANTI TIP BRACKET INSTALLATION AN ANTI TIP bracket is supplied with instructions for installation in a variety of locations The instructions include a template a parts list and a list of tools necessary to complete the installation Read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and the instructions that fit your situation before beginning installation WARNING 1 Range must be secured by ANTI TIP bracket supplied 2 See instructions to install supplied with bracket 3 Unless properly installed range could be tipped by stepping or sitting on door Injury might result from spilled hot liquids or from range itself Typical installation of Anti Tip bracket Attachment to Wall Bracket Wall Plate Screw Must Enter Wood or Metal NA LEVELING THE RANGE The range must be leveled Leveling feet are located on each corner of the base of the range Remove the storage drawer and rotate the leveling
52. rsshould be wiped up i mediately w ith care being taken to not touch any hot portion of the oven When the surface is cool clean and rinse 24 Calrod Surface Unit Coils Storage Drawer Chrome Plated Trim Rings Aluminum Drip Pans Porcelain Enamel Drip Pans MATERIALS TO USE Soap and Water Soap and Water Stiff B ristled Brush Plastic Scouring Pad Soap and Water Plastic Scouring Pad Dishwasher Soap and Water eSoap Filled Scouring Pad Plastic Scouring Pad GENERAL DIRECTIONS DO NOT USE a dishwasher to clean the surface unit coils Spatters and spills burn away when the coils are heated At the end of a meal remove all utensils from the Cal rod unit and heat the soiled units at HI Let the soil burnoff about a minute and switch the unitsto OFF Ay oid getting cleaning materials on the coils Wipe Off any cleaning materials witha clamp paper towel before heating the Calrod unit DONOT handle the unit before completely cooled DO NOT attempt to clean plug in units in the self cleaning oven DO NOT immerse plug in units in an kind of liquid For cleaning remove drawer by pulling it all the way open tilt up the frontand lift out Wipe with damp cloth or sponge and replace Never use harsh abrasives or scouring pads Clean as described below or in the dishwasher DO NOT CLEAN IN SELF CLEANING OVEN Rings will discolor Wip
53. se numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your range If you received a damaged range Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the range Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this book It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself If you need service To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follow for further help FIRST contact the people who serviced 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 Park Louisville KY 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using 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 to the state to cause birth defects or other r
54. securely STEP 3 1 Locate connector block at the bottom rear of range and remove rear wiring cover 2 Directly below the connector block is a hole with a knockout ring for accommodating lt SCREW conduit fittings Brackets provided are used tc support the flexible cord strain relief which lt gt CONNECTOR must be securely attached to the cord set dX J BLOCK ll ae 1 Gri FLEXIBLE i eo WIRING COVER MOVABLE SHOWN REMOVED CONNECTOF NUT gt gt STRAIN RELIEF BLOCK l BRACKETS ATA S PROVIDED WITH Sir e 1 Copper Wiring RANGE CORD SET H ENA NOT PART OF RANGE Ii Ie Connect the neutral or grounded wire of the supply circuit to the neutral terminal of the connector block located in the center The power leads must be connected to the outside brass colored terminals NEUTRAL TERMINAL GROUNDING STRAP GROUNDED TO RANGE 28 WARNING CONNECTOR BLOCK IS APPROVED FOR COPPER WIRE CONNECTION ONLY 2 Aluminum Wiring A Connect length of copper building wire to range terminal block B Splice copper wires to aluminum wiring using special connectors designed and U L approved for joining copper to aluminum and follow the connector manufacturer s recommended procedure closely NOTE Wire used location and enclosure of splices etc must conform to good wiring practice and local codes STEP 5 4 WIRESYSTEM SPECIAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Frame g
55. size Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of cookware to burner will also improve efficiency Never leave surface units unattended at high heat settings Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire e Be sure drip pans and vent ducts are not covered and are in place Their absence during cooking could damage range parts and wiring e Don t use aluminum foil to line drip pans or anywhere in the oven except as described in this book Misuse could result in a shock fire hazard or damage to the range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic earthenware or other glazed containers are suitable for range top service others may break because of the sudden change in temperature See section on Surface Cooking for suggestions e To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage the handle of a container should be turned toward the center of the range without extending over nearby surface units Always turn surface unit to OFF before removing cookware Keep an eye on foods being fried at high or medium high heat settings e To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric shock always be certain that the controls for all surface units
56. tats in time may drift from the factory setting and differences in timing between an old and a new oven of 5 to 10 minutes are not unusual Your oven has been set correctly at the factory and is more likely to be accurate than the oven which it replaced However if you find that your foods consistently brown too little or too much you may make a simple adjustment in the thermostat Oven Temp knob y mp To adjust the thermostat knob 1 Pull the knob off the shaft look at the back of the knob and note the current setting before making any adjustments 2 Loosen both screws on the back of the knob 3 If the oven temperature seems too hot move the top screw toward the word HOTTER If the temperature seems too cool move the screw toward the word COLDER Each notch changes the temperature by about 8 degrees Fahrenheit 4 Tighten the screws 5 Replace the knob matching the flat area of the knob to the shaft suluvay DUB JIBONO Cleaning Guide NOTE Let range oven parts cool before touching or handling PART Bake Unit and Broil Unit Broiler Pan and Rack Control Knobs Range Top and Oven MATERIALS TO USE soap and Water Soap Fi 1 led Scouring Pad Plastic Scouring Pad Dishwasher Mild Soap and Water outside Glass Finish Metal including Chrome Side Prims and Prim Strips Porcelain Enamel and Painted Surf aces Inside and Outside Oven Door
57. ting If you find preheating is necessary keep an eye on the indicator light and put food in the oven promptly after light goes out Oven On Light The Oven On light located to the left of the OVEN SET knob will glow any time the OVEN SET knob is not in the OFF position Oven Light on models so equipped The light comes on automatically when the door is opened On models with oven window use switch to turn light on and off when door is closed Switch is located on front of door Oven Interior Shelves The shelves are designed with stop locks so that when placed correctly on the shelf supports they a will stop before coming completely from the oven and b will not tilt when removing food from or placing food on them s i g s j a ju lg p c a TO REMOVE THE SHELVES from the oven pull them toward you tilt front end upward and pull them out TO REPLACE place shelf on shelf support with stop locks curved extension under shelf facing up toward the rear of the oven Tilt up front and push the shelf toward the back of the oven until it goes past stop on the oven wall Then lower the front of the shelf and push it all the way back Shelf Positions IALA nat Sinen The oven has four shelf supports A bottom B C and D top Shelf positions for cooking food are suggested on Baking Roasting and Broiling pages 13
58. tradir IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continea Oven Stand away from range when opening oven door Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands face and or eyes Don t heat unopened food containers in the oven Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Keep oven vent duct unobstructed Keep oven free from grease buildup ePlace oven shelf in desired position while oven is cool If shelves must be handled when hot do not let pot holder contact heating units in the oven e Pulling out shelf to the shelf stop is a convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls When using cooking or roasting bags in oven follow the manufacturer s directions Do not use your oven to dry newspapers If overheated they can catch fire Self Cleaning Oven eDo not clean door gasket The door gasket is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the gasket eDo not use oven cleaners No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven Clean only parts listed in this Use and Care Book 4 e Before self cleaning the oven remove broiler pan and other cookware Surface Cooking Units Use proper pan size This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different
59. uffin mix or bake at 450 F for 25 minutes then at 350 F for 10 to 15 minutes Popovers Deep Glass or Cast Iron Cup 375 45 60 Quick loaf bread Metal or Glass Loaf Pans 3500375 45 60 Yeast bread 2 loaves Metal or Glass Loat Pans 375 4250 45 60 Dark metal or glass give deepest browning Plain rolls Shiny Oblong or Muffin pans 375 4250 10 25 For thin rolls Shelf B may be used Sweet rolls Shiny Oblong or Muffin Pans 3500 3750 20 30 For thin roils Shelf B may be used Cakes without shortening Angel food Aluminum Tube Pan 325 3750 30 55 Two piece pan is convenient Jelly roll Metal Jelly Roll Pan 375 4000 10 15 Line pan with waxed paper Sponge Metal or Ceramic Pan 325 350 45 60 Cakes Bundt cakes Metal or Ceramic Pan 325 35 Cupcakes Shiny Metal Muffin pans 350 3750 Paper liners produce moister crusts Fruit cakes Metal or Glass Loaf or Tube Pan 275 300 Use 300 F and Shelf B for small or individual cakes Layer Shiny Metal Pan with 35003750 Layer chocolate Loaf Cookies Brownies Drop Refrigerator Rolled or sliced Fruits Other Desserts Baked apples Custard Puddings rice and custard Pies Frozen Meringue One crust Two crust Pastry shell Miscellaneous Baked potatoes Scalloped dishes souffles satin finish bottom Shiny Metal Pan with satin finish bottom Metal or Glass Loaf Pan Metal or Glass Pan Cookie Sheet Coohie Sheet Coohie Sheet Glass or
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