Self cleaning free-standing electric range (13 pages)
Summary of Contents for GE 164D3333P150
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GE Appliances Owner’s Manual JBP60 JBP61 JBP63 JBP66 JBP75 JBP78 ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 Part No. 164D3333P150 Pub. No. 49-8916-1 6-98 CG...
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Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GE Family. Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
GE & You, A Service Partnership. Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service. However, did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourself in just a few minutes? This Owner’s Manual can tell you how.
If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason, make sure the device is properly engaged when you push the range back against the wall. If it is not, there is a possible risk of the range tipping over and causing injury if you or a child stand, sit or lean on an open door.
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the door, storage drawer or cooktop. They could damage the range and even tip it over, causing severe personal injury. Do not store flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop.
Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range. Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a flaming pan...
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Do not touch the surface units, the heating elements or the interior surface of the 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, the surface units, areas...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! OVEN Stand away from the range when opening the oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands, face and/or eyes. Do not heat unopened food containers.
SELF-CLEANING OVEN Do not clean the door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket. Clean only parts listed in this Owner’s Manual. Do not use oven cleaners.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! RADIANT SURFACE UNITS Use proper pan 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 surface unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing.
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Always turn the surface units off before removing cookware. When flaming foods are under the hood, turn the fan off.
Your continued health and safety are important to us. Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully. We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our GE family. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS After cleaning, use a dry cloth or paper towel to remove all cleaning cream residue.
Using the surface units. Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF when you finish cooking. 9" 6" The right front surface unit has 2 cooking sizes to select from so you can match the size of the unit to the size of the cookware you are using.
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Using the surface units. SURFACE COOKING Never cook directly on the glass. Always use cookware. OFF CENTER Always place the pan in the center of the surface unit you are cooking on. DRAGGING About the radiant surface units… The radiant cooktop features heating units beneath a smooth glass surface.
Selecting types of cookware. The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance. Check pans for flat bottoms by using a straight edge. Pans with rounded, curved, ridged or warped bottoms are not recommended. Stainless Steel: recommended Aluminum: heavy weight recommended...
Using the oven controls. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Clock and Timer Features COOK TIME ON/OFF Pad Press this pad and then press the HOUR and MIN. pads to set the amount of time you want your food to cook. Turn the Oven Temperature knob to the desired temperature.
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Oven Control Settings OVEN ON Light Glows anytime the oven is heating. The light will flash when the oven automatically turns off to remind you to turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF . CLEAN Light Glows when the oven is in the self-clean cycle. After the self-clean cycle, the light will flash.
Using the oven. To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on. The oven has 4 shelf positions. The type of margarine will affect baking performance! Most recipes for baking have been developed using high fat products such as butter or margarine (80% fat).
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Preheating and Pan Placement Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. To preheat, set the oven at the correct temperature. Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes, cookies, pastry and breads. For ovens without a preheat indicator light or tone, preheat 10 minutes. Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible.
Using the clock and timer. CLOCK Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. TIMER ON/OFF The timer is a minute timer only. The timer does not control oven operations. The maximum setting on the timer is 11 hours and 59 minutes. COOK TIMER TIME...
Using the timed baking and roasting features. Do not latch the oven door during timed cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. NOTE: Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should not be allowed to sit for more than 1 hour before or after cooking.
Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself! You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself.
Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom. Before a Clean Cycle The range must be completely cool in order to set the self-clean cycle. We recommend venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood during the first self-clean cycle.
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START TIME ON/OFF After a Clean Cycle You may notice some white ash in the oven. Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools. If white spots remain, remove them with a soap-filled steel wool pad and rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture.
Do not use commercial oven cleaners, cleaning powders, steel wool or harsh abrasives on any painted surface. If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced.
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Lift the door straight up and off the hinges. The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to allow for proper air circulation. Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable for cleaning. Do not lift the door by the handle. To remove the door, open it to the special stop position.
Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel wool. Oven Light Replacement CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely.
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Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in the dishwasher. Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range. How to Remove the Storage Drawer or Kick Panel to Clean Under the Range To remove the storage drawer: Pull the drawer out all the way.
Cleaning the glass cooktop. Clean the glass surface with cleaning cream before you use the cooktop for the first time. Also, clean the glass surface after each use. This helps protect the top and makes clean-up easier. To clean the cooktop seal, let a wet cloth rest on it for a few minutes, then wipe clean.
Using a razor scraper will not damage the surface if the 30° angle is maintained. Special Care Be sure to use a new sharp razor scraper. Do not use a dull or nicked blade. Sugary spillovers (such as jellies, fudge, candy syrups) or melted plastics can cause pitting of the surface of your cooktop (not covered by the warranty) unless the spill is removed while still hot.
Wiring must conform to National Electric Codes. If the electric service provided does not meet the above specifications, have 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.
EXCEPTION: Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance. If cabinet storage is installed, reduce risk by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a min. of 5² beyond the bottom of the cabinets. Make sure the wall covering, countertops and cabinets around the range can withstand heat generated by the range, oven or cooktop up to 200°F.
Read these instructions completely and carefully. Flooring Under the 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, it should be installed on a 1/4²...
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Power Cord Strain Relief Installation Remove the lower rear range wiring cover to expose the connector block and bracket. Remove the knockout ring (1 connector. To remove the knockout, use a pair of pliers to bend the knockout ring away from the bracket and twist until ring is removed.
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Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 3-Wire Power Cord Installation WARNING: The neutral or ground wire of the power cord must be connected to the neutral terminal located in the center of the connector block. The power leads must be connected to the outside (brass colored) terminals.
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The power leads must be connected to the outside (brass colored) terminals. The 4th grounding lead must be connected to the frame of the range with the grounding plate and grounding screw. Remove the 3 screws from the connector block.
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Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 3-Wire Conduit Installation Remove the 3 screws from the connector block. Insert bare wires between the connector block terminals and movable nuts. Tighten screws securely. Do not remove ground strap connection.
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Remove the 3 screws from the connector block. Remove the grounding strap from the connector block middle location and the screw connecting it to the frame of the range. Insert bare wires between the connector block terminals and movable nuts. Tighten screws securely. Attach ground wire to the frame of the range.
Injury might result from spilled hot liquids or from the range itself. Leveling the Range The range must be level. Leveling feet are located at each corner of the base of the range. Remove the storage drawer or kick panel (depending on your model) and using channel locks, rotate the leveling feet in and out as required to level the range.
Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Surface units will not maintain a rolling boil or cooking is not fast enough Surface units do not work properly...
• • Light bulb is loose or defective. Switch operating light • is broken. Plug on range is not • completely inserted in the electrical outlet. A fuse in your home • may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
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See the Broiling guide . • Use the broiling pan and • grid that came with your range. Make sure it is cool. Use the broiling pan and • grid that came with your range. See the Using the •...
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. See the Using the clock and timer section. Allow the range to cool to • room temperature and reset the controls. Make sure you turn the •...
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Problem Possible Causes Excessive smoking Excessive soil. Oven door will Oven too hot. not unlock Oven not clean Oven controls not after a clean cycle properly set. Oven was heavily soiled. CLEAN light Oven controls not flashes properly set. Oven door is The door is out crooked of position.
OFF . Allow the oven to cool for one hour. Put the oven back into operation. Disconnect all power to • the range for 5 minutes and then reconnect power. If the function error code repeats, call for service. Some models will •...
For service, We Will Replace, At No Charge To You: Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs Service TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier- free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. Service Contracts Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount.