GEAppliances JBP60 JBP61 JBP63 © JBP66 JBP75 JBP78 Part No. 164D3333P173 Pub. No.
Congratulations! YouAre/VowPartoftheGEFami/ Welcome We're to the (;E li(mil V. proud products of our quality and _v are committed to providing dependable sec,'ice. ............ You'll see it in this easy-to-use ( )wner's Manual and _x)u'll hear it in the fl'iendl V voices of Otlf (tlStOillel" servk e department. Best ()fall, you'll these values tlse vo__ir lallge. important, new range experience each (lille VOll That's because yore will be part of your lhmily lor many years.
Safety Information GE& You, A ServicePartnership. Ask any GEappliance owner and they will tefl 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 yourseff in just a few minutes? This Owner's Manual can tell you how. Anti-tip Device ............. 4 Safety Precautions ........ 5-7 Oven.............. 8, 9 Radiant SurfaceUnits .... 1O-12 OperatingInstructions Usi_ the Surface Units ..
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. A WARNINGANti-TIPDEVICE All ranges can tip and injury could result. Toprevent accidental tipping of the range, attach it to the wall and floor by installing the Anti--tip device supplied.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: Be sure your appliance is properly installed and gTounded by a qualified technician in accordance with tile provided installation insuucfions. @ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of_)ur range unless it is specifcally recommended in this manual.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. WARNING! SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ij_::_ Use only dU pot holders-moist or damp pot holders on hot su_hces may result in burns fl_mr steam. Do not let pot holders touch hot surf_tce units or beating elements. Do not use a R_welor other bulky cloth. _ For your safety, never use your appliance for wmming or heating tire rx)om.
9_; Donot touchfile smihce units,theheating elements or theinterior smt_tce of theoven. Thesesmt_tces maybe hotenough to bum even though they ar_ dafl_ in color. During mid _ier use, (k_not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials conutct, the smtace units, areas neafl)y the smtace units or anyinterior area of the oven; allow stdticient time fbr cooling first.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. WARNING! OVEN _ Stand away from tile range when opening tile oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes call cause burns u_ bands, face and/or eyes. _ Do not heat unopened f()od containers. P,essu,e could build up and tile container could burst, causing an in ju U. iJ_Z:; Keep tile oven vent unobstructed. iJ_Z:; Keep tile oven fiee from gTease buildup. iJ_Z:; Place tile oven shelf in tile desired position while tile oven is cool.
SELF-CLEANING OVEN iJ_i:; Do not clean the @)or gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal. (]are should be taken not to n|b, damage or move the gasket. i_::; Clean only parts listed in this Oxmer's Manual. iJ_i:; Do not use oven deaners. No commercial oven deaner or oven liner pmmcfive coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven. Residue fl_)m oven deaners will damage the inside of the oven when the sell:clean Q_cleis used.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMAtiON. READALLINSTRUCtiONSBEFORE USING. WARNING! RADIANTSURFACE 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. Proper relationship of cookware to surface unit will also improveefficiency. iJ_Z:; Never leave tile smt_tce units unattended at high heat settings.
_ To minimize the possibility of burns, ignition of flammable materials and spillage, the handle of a container should be turned towar_l tile center of the range without extending over nearby snTl_l(:euniLs. ?_Always mrn the sutth(:e units off bef()re ,emoving cookware. _ When flaming fbods under the hood, mrn the fan on. _ Use a deep tat the,_mometer whenever possible m p,event overheating f_ttbe_)nd the smoking point. ij_::; Keep an eye on foods being flied at high or medium high heat settings.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. A WARNING! RADIANTSURFACE UNITS Use care when touching the cooktop. The glass surface of the cooktop will retain heat after the controls have been turned off. iJ_i:; _qmn tile cooktop is cool, use only the recommended denning cr>am to dean the cooktop. _; To avoid possible damage to dae cooking sulthce, do not apply cleaning cream to the ginss suiihce when it is hot.
Using the surface units. OFF How to Set Push tlle knob setting At both in and turn in eidmr direction to tlle you want. OFF and HI the control clicks clicking sounds during mm hear slight indicatinc_ the ....control into position. You cook]no is keel)ino_ the power level you set. Besureyoutun; the controlkeobto OFFwhen youfinisheookiz_j.
Using surface units. _SURFACE _, _£00 KING _ iiiiiiiii iiilii!{Hi About the radiant surface units.. . The radiant cooktop teatures heating units beneath a smooth glass surface. NOTE: A sfight odoris normal when a newcool@p is used forthe first time. /t is caused by the heating of new parts and insulating materials and will disappear in a short time. Nsvercookdirectlyontheglass. Alwaysusecod(ware. The surt_tce unit will Q,cle on and off to maintain your selected control setting.
Selecting types of cookware. The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance. Stainless Steel." recommended Aluminum: heaw weightrecommeeded Check pansfurflatbottoms by usingastraightedge. Good condu_ tivity. Alumirmnl residues sometimes appear as scratches on the cooktop, but Call be removed it cleaned immediatel}, l_cause otits low mehing poir_t, thin weight aluminum should not be used.
Usingtheovencontrols. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your mode/. iiiiiiiii_iiilii!{Hi I CI .CICI __ iAUTOMATIC HOUR OVEN MIN. ,EI.E,E, Clockand TimerFeatures COOKTIME ON/OFFPad Press this pad and dmn press dm HOUR and MIN. pads to set the _unount of time you want your toad to (oak. Ttu'n the (h_en Temperature knob to tim desired temperature. The oven will shut offwhen the Cook Time has mn out. TIMER ON/OFFPad Press this pad to select the timer feature.
OFF OVEN ON PREHEATED OvenControlSettings OVEN ON Light (;lows anytirne the oven is heating. Tile light will tlash wllei1 tile ()veil autolnaticall} turn the liven Temperature ttlFl'lS of[ tO rel-nind }(ill to kn(/b to OFF. .... CLEAN Light :;"' (;lows when tile oven is in tile seltk:lean cy/le. Atier the selt_:lean Qcle, tile light will flash. Unlatch tile door and turn the Oxen Temperature knob to OF/_ NOTE:Do not lockthe oven door withthe latch duringcooking.
Usingtheoven. Toavoid possib!e burns, place the SheiveSin the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before you begin... The shelves have stop4ocks, so that when placed correctl? on the supports, the? will stop beR)re cornin_,completely out, and will not tilt. When placing and removing cookware, out to the bump on the shelf support. To remove pull the shelf a shel{ pull it tox_vlr(t you, tilt tile ti'ont end up and pull it out.
Preheating and Pan Placement Preheat the oven lithe at the correct when recipe temperature. b_lMng cakes calls tot it. To preheat, Preheating cooMes, is necessat)" set the oven lot good results pastry and breads. Forovens without a preheat indicator light ortone, preheat I0 minutes. Baking, results will be better as much otthe as possible. ()veil.
Broiling guide ,,,,_,mi___I¸¸¸¸@,8¸ Food Bacon iiiiiiiii iiilii!iHi Ground Beef Well Done Beef Steaks Rare Medium Well Done Rare Medium Well Done Cbicken LobsterTails Quantity and/ or Thickness First Side Second Side Time (min.) Time (min,) 1/2 lb. (about 8 thin slices} C 4½ 1 lb.(4 patties) 1/2 to 3/4" thick C 10 1" thick (1 to I'4 Ibs./ C C C 6 8 12 5 6 11 1X" thick (2 to 2_ Ibs./ C C C A 10 15 25 35 78 14 16 20_5 10 15 1 whole (2 to 2½Ibs.), splitbngthwise 2 4 4_ Space evenly.
Using the clock and timer. Tile clock must be set for tile auton]atic oven tin]ing flmctions to work properly. Tile time at day cannot be char|gad during a tirned ])aking or sellkleanir N (?cle. ToSet the Clock: Makesurethe deck is set to tt;e correcttime of dag ;_ Press tile HOURand MIN. pads. ii ToSet the Timer: Press tile TIMERON/OFFpad. The tinier b a minutetimer onlg Thetimer doesnot centre]oven operations.Themaximumsettingon the tinter is 11hoursand 59minutes. Press tile HOURand MIN.
Using the timed baking and masting features. Do not latch the oven door during timed cooking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. iiiiiii@iiil+iHHi NOTE." Foods thatspoileasily, suchasmilk,eggs,fish,stuffings, poultryandpork,shouldnotbe allowedtosit formorethanI hourbeforeoraftercooking. Room temperature promotes thegrowth ofharmful bacteria. Besurethattheownlightisoffbecause heatfromthebulbwillspeed harmful bacteria growth.
Adjust the oven thermostat--Do it yourself! Youmay find that your new oven cooks differently than the one # 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. Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven. Thesethermometers may vary20-40 degrees.
Using the self-cleaning oven. Never force the latch handlel Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism. iiiiiiiii iiilii!iHi Before a Clean Cycle Therangemustbecompletelycoolinordertoset the self-cleancycle. We rec(mmlend venting with an open window or usir N a ventilation tm-_or hood during the tirst selt_'lean cycle. Wipeupheavysoil on theoven bottom. Remove all cookware and any aluminum the oven.
How to Delay the Start of Cleaning onsomemodels) l,auh tile door. llll_ Turn the Oven Tenlperamre knob to CLEAN. DFF Press the STARTTIME ON/OFFpad. Press the HOUR and MIN. pads to set the tirne cleaning- will start. % HOUR Wher_ the CLEANlight flashes, slide the latd| handle 1o the leli as thr as it will go and turn the Oven Ten|perature knob to OFF MIN. After a Clean Cycle You ma} r|otice some white ash in tile (wen. Wipe it up with a darnp cloth atier the oven cools.
Care and cleaning of the range. 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. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury. iiiiiiiii iiilii!{Hi ControlPanel and Knobs Clean up spatters with a daml) cloth. Remove heavier soil with warm, soap) water. Donot useabrasivesof anykindon thecontrolpanel.
Lift-OffOven Door The oven door is removable for cleaning. Donottift thedoorbythe handle. Z To remove (;rasp the door, open it to the special stop position. tirrnly orl each side and lift the door straight tip and oil the hinges. Do not place hands between the hinge and the oven door frame, Lift the doorstraightupand off the hinges. Toreplacethedoor,make sure the hinges are in the special stop position.
Care and cleaning of the range. iiiiiiiii iiilii!{Hi Oven Heating Elements Do not clean the bake danent or the broil danent Any soil will bum off when the elements are heatect To clean the (wen floor ge _tly lift the )al,:e eleme _t. Clean with warm soapy water. OvenShelves Clean the shelves with an abrasive deanser or steel wool.
/];r _,yys'rirr -gt,-i_,xA_'(. After broilingremovethe brdbr pan from tt;e oven. Broiler Pan & Grid After broiling, remove the broiler pan fl'orn the oven. Remove the grid fl'orn the pan. Caretully pour out the grease ti'om the pan into a proper (ontainer. Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap4illed or plastic scouring pad. Iftoed has burned on, sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and c(wer Mth wet paper towels or a dishdoth. Soaking the pan Mll remove burned-on tbods.
iiiiiiiii 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. iiilii!iHi To clean the cooktop seal, let a wet cloth rest on it for a few minutes, then wipe clean. Use a mild detergent if needed. Do not use a knife or any sharp object on the seal because it will cut or damage it.
Special Care Besureto useanew Sharprazorscrape_Donot usea dullor nickedblade. Suga U spillovers (such as jellies, flldge, candy syrups) or mehed plastics can cause pitting of the surl_tce of_,our cooktop (not covered by the warranty) unless the spill is removed while still hot. Special care should be taken when removing ]lot substances. Usinga razorscraperwili not damage the su,daceif the 30° angleb maintained. Turn oft all surface u'nits aftected b} the spillover. Remove hot pans.
iiiiiiiiiii_iii!iili_iilii,!i Installationof therange. Read these instructions completely and Carefully. iiiiii{i i{/ BeforeYouBegin IMPORTANT: Save these instructions inspector's for the local electrical use. IMPORTANT? OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING ORDINANCES. CODES AND NOTE TOINSTALLER:Leave these instructions with the appliance after installation is completed. NOTE TO CONSUMER:Keep this Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions for future use. NOTE"This appfiance must be properly grounded.
Read these instructions completely and Carefully. IF_ Prepare the Opening Allow 1_4"spacir N tt'otn tile range to ac!jacent vertical walls above cooktop surface. Allow 30" rninirnurn clearance wood or rnetal top cabirlet, cabinet bottom. between surface and 15" minirnuna units and bottom between countertop of urlprotected and a(!iacent EXCEPTION. Installationof a listedmicrowaveovenor cookingapplianceoverthecooktopshall conformto theInstallationInstructions packedwiththatappliance.
iiiiiiiiiii iii!iili iilii,!i &sta//ation of therange. Read these instructions completely and carefully. iiiiiiii ii/Flooring Under the Range Yourrange,likemanyotherhouseholditems,is heavyandcansettleintosoft floorcovedngs suchascushionedvioylor carpeting.
[] Power Cord Strain Relief Installation Remove the lower rear range wirir N cover to expose the conrle_tor block and bracket. ..... g"CT; :;:2,-IL;'2 knockout ring awa} frorn the bracket and twist until ring is rernoved. Knockoutring inbracket. Assern ..... strata )le the strain reliet rellet and tighten. tern]inals strain Knockoutringremoved. to the connector in the hole Allow enough Insert the )ower block.
iiiiiiiiiii_iii!iili_iilii!i Installationof the range==:. Read these instructions completely and carefully. iiiiiiii []iil3-Wire Power Cord Installation _kWARNING:Theneutralor 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. Remove the _ wire terminal through each power screws fl'om tile connector cord terminal screws eng_tge the nuts.
[] 4-Wire Power Cord Installation WARNING:The neutraiwire ofthe Supply irc"it is 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, The 4th grounding !ead must be connected to the frame of the range with the grounding plate and grounding screw. Remove the 3 screws t_'orn the connector block.
iiiiiiiiiii iii!iili iilii!i /nsta//ationof therange. Read these instructions completely and carefully. iiiiiiii _]ii/3-Wire Condu# Installation Remove connectoF remove tile ._ screws li'Oiil tile COIlIlectoF block. block tei_rnirl_lls _u-ld movable ground Insert bare wires between ntlts. Tighten s(Fews se(urely. the I)o not strap connection. WARNING: Connector block is approved for copper wire connection only. If aluminum wire is used, see note below.
[] 4-Wire ConduitInstallation I_.emove tile 3 screws tl'onl tile c()nrlector block. Rernove tile p-rotnldin_,-straD ti'om the connector block middle location and tile screw c()nrlecting it to the ti'ame ot tile range. Insert bare wires between the connector block terminals and movable trots. Tighten screws securely. Attach ground wire to the ti'ame ot the rano-e WARNIN&Connoctorblockis approvodfor copporwiroconnoction only. ff aluminum wire is used, soo note below. NOTE.
iiiiiiiiiii iii!iili iilii,!i Installationof therange. Read these instructions completely and carefully. iiiiiiii []ii/Anti-tip Bracket Installation An Anti-tp bracket is supplied with instructions tbr installation in a varie hot locations. The instructions include a template, a parts list and a list of tools necessm)" to complete the installation. Read the bnportant Safety information and the instructions that fit your situation betore beginning installation.
Beforeyou call forservice... Troubleshooting -tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Possible Causes What ToDo Surfaceunitswill not maintain a rolling boil or cooking is not fastenough Improper cookware being used. Use pans which are absolutely fiat and match the diameter ot the surthce unit selected. Surface units do A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fllse or reset cir(xlit breaker.
iiiiiiiiiiiii!i!iii iiiii!ii!!iil iiiiiiiiill iiiiii!i Beforeyou call forservice... Troubleshooting tips iiiiiiiii@iiii_'_'iiiii:i:ilIl Po..ih,eCa..e.What To De Frequentcycling offandonof surface units Improper cookware being used. Useonl) flat (ookware to minimize cycling. The display goes blank or indicator Power surge. Disconnect power at the tilse box or circuit breaker ti)r at least 10 seconds. Turn power on and power u)vourran_,-ei, _. lithe indicator lights are still on, call ti)r service.
Fooddoesnotbake or roastproperly Possible Causes What ToDo Oven conlrols See tile Using the improperly oven section. set. Shelf position is incorrect or the shelf is not level. See the Using the oven section. Incorrect cooMvare or cookware of See tile Using the oven section. improper size being used. Fooddoesnot broilproperly Oven thermostat See the Adjust the oven needs thermostat--Do sectiorl. adjuslmem, it yourself! Oven is not set at BROIL.
iiiiiiiiiiiii!i!iii iiiii!ii!!iil iiiiiiiiill iiiiii!i Beforeyou call forservice... iiiiiiiiii_iiii_'_'iiiil;i:ilIl Troubleshooting tips Possible Causes What To Do Oven temperature Oven thermostat See the Adjust the oven too hot or too cold needs adjusUnent, thermostat--Do se(tion. Clock andtimer do not work Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. Make sure electrical plug is plugge(t into a live, properly gromtded outlet.
iii iiii!!iilliiiiii!!ii! Possible!i!iiii!iiiii!!!ii!! Causes What ToDo !l Excessive smoking Excessive soil. Turn the ()yen Temperature knob to OFF. ( )perl the windows to rid the room oI smoke. Wait until the CLEAN light goes oiE Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean tycle, Oven door will Oven too hot. Allow the over_ to cool not unlock below locking Oven not clean Oven controls after a clean cycle properly not See Using the self-cleaning even section. set.
iiiiiiiiiiiii!i!iii iiiii!ii!!iil iiiiiiiiill iiiiii!i Beforeyou call forservice... Troubleshooting tips iiiiiiiiii_ii'ii_'_'iiiii:i:ilIl m :!i;i;i;i;i;i;i;i;(_ PossibleCauses CLEANlight ison whenyou wanttocook The oven door was "T--and a number" flashin the display You have a function error code. accidentally locked. What ToDo Turn tile ()yen Temperature knob to OFF. Allow the oven to cool. Never torce the door latch handle.
GEElectric Range Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, carl 800-GE-CARES. We Will Replace: One Year Anypart oI tim range From the date of the in materials original purchase warranq, servi(e this full one-year During free of charge, all labor _v will also provide, and in-home Five Years Fromthe date of the original purchase (does not apply to JBP60) whi{b fails due to a detect or workrnarlship.
iiiiMii}i}}i{_iiiiiiiiiiii!iiiiiii Service TelephoneNumbers. GEAnswerCenter® 800.626.2000 The (,E Answer ( enter is open 24 hours a da), 7 da}s a week. /n-HomeRepairService800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737 Expert (;E repair sepdce is only a phone (all away,. SpecialNeedsService800.626.2000 TDD 800- TDD-GEA C (800-833-4322) (;E otters, t['ee ot charge, a brochure to assist in planning fi'ee kitchen for persons with lirn ted mobil ty.
