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Electric Slide-in Range Safety instructions ....................3-6 Anti-Tip Device ...............................,,,,,,.,,, .......3 Operating Instructions, Tips Aluminum Foil..............,...,................4, 20, 23 Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11 Features ....,...................[...]
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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 d[...]
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. MPORTANT 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 cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn cus[...]
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) ● Always keep dish towels, dish cloths, potholders and other linens a safe distance from your range. ● Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and canned food a safe distance away from your range. ● DO NOT STORE OR USE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINI[...]
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J ‘! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) ● 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 cooktop without extending over nearby surface units. ● Always turn the surface unit controls to OFF position before removing cookware. ● Neve[...]
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Installing 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 l/4-inch thick sheet of plywood[...]
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FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE Models JSP38GP JSP38GS JSP39GR JSP40AS 8 —[...]
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Explained on page Explained on page 4,30 Features Index Features Index 1 Anti-Tip Device See the Installation Instructions. 2 Storage Drawer 3,32 13 Oven Vent May get hot during oven use. 30 14 Hot Cooktop Indicator Light 12 3 Model and Serial Numbers 4 Oven Door Gasket 2 15 Oven Controls, Clock & Timer 10, 11,28 5,25,29 16 Master Indicator Lig[...]
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FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN CONTROL 1. CLEAIVOFF. Press this pad to cancel all oven operations except clock and timer. 2. PROGRAM STATUS. Words light up in the display to indicate what is in time display. Programmed information can be displayed at any time by pressing the pad of the operation you want to see. For example, you can display the current time[...]
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OVEN CONTROL, CLOCK AND TIMER ;lock To Set the Clock The clock must be set for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. The time of day cannot be changed during a Timed D 1. Press the CLOCK CLOCK pad. n 2. Press the INCREASE A or DECREASE pad ~ to set the time of day. Bake or CLEAN cycle. 3. Press the CLOCK pad to start. Timer To Set t[...]
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SURFACE UNIT CONTROLS At both OFF and HI the control “clicks” into position. Switching heats to higher settings always results in a You may hear slight “clicking” sounds during quicker change then switching to lower settings. cooking, indicating the control is keeping the surface units at the heat level or power level you set. How to Set th[...]
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SURFACE COOKING TIPS Jookware Use of correct cookware can affect the cooking performance and cleaning of your cooktop. The correct cookware reduces the temperature of the glass ceramic surface and minimizes the chance of spillovers burning onto the surface units. Use pans with thick, flat, smooth bottoms. Slightly concave pans give acceptable resul[...]
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HOME CANNING TIPS Canning should be done on cooktop only. — HOWEVER, DO NOT USE LARGE DIAMETER Pots that extend beyond 1 inch of surface unit’s edge CANNERS OR OTHER LARGE DIAMETER are not recommended for most surface cooking. COOKWARE FOR FRYING OR BOILING FOODS However, when canning with water-bath or pressure OTHER THAN WATER. Most syrup or [...]
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Jefore Using Your Oven 1. Look at the controls. Be sure you understand how to set them properly. Read over the directions for the Oven Controls so you understand how to use them. 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 t[...]
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USING YOUR OVEN (continued) Shelf Positions The oven has 4 shelf supports identified in this illustration as A (bottom), B, C and D (top). Shelf positions for cooking are suggested in the Baking, Roasting and Broiling sections. — Oven Light Use the switch on the control panel to turn the light on and off. Adjusting the Oven Thermostat If you don?[...]
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BAKING Your oven temperature is controlled very accurately using an oven control system. We recommend that you operate the range for a number of weeks using the time given on recipes as a guide to become familiar with your new oven’s performance. If you think an adjustment is necessary, see the Adjusting the Oven Temperature section. How to Set Y[...]
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TIMED BAKING (continued) How to Set Delay Start and Automatic Stop Quick Reminder: 1. Press the COOK TIME pad. 2. Press the INCREASE/ DECREASE pad to set cooking time. 3. Press the STOP TIME pad. 4. Press the INCREASE/ DECREASE pad until desired Stop Time appears in display. 5. Press the BAKE pad. 6. Press the INCREASE/ DECREASE pad to select the o[...]
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?or best baking results, follow these suggestions: Oven Shelves Arrange the oven shelf or shelves in the desired locations while the oven is cool. The correct shelf position depends on the kind of food and the browning desired. As a general rule, Type of Food Shelf Position Angel food cake A Biscuits or muffins B or C Cookies or cupcakes B or C Bro[...]
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BAKING (continued) Baking Guides When using prepared baking mixes, follow package recipe or instructions for the best baking results, Cookies When baking cookies, flat cookie sheets (without sides) produce better-looking cookies. Cookies baked in a jelly roll pan (short sides all around) may have darker edges and pale or light browning may occur. D[...]
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asting is cooking by dry heat. Tender meat or Roasting is really a baking procedure used for poultry can be roasted uncovered in your oven. meats. Therefore, oven controls are set for BAKE or Roasting temperatures, which should be low and Timed Bake. (You may hear a slight clicking sound, steady, keep spattering to a minimum. indicating the oven is[...]
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ROASTING (continued) Questions and Answers Q. Is it necessary to check for doneness with a Q. Do I need to preheat my oven each time I cook meat thermometer? a roast or poultry? A. Checking the finished internal temperature at the A. It is unnecessary to preheat your oven. completion of cooking time is recommended. Temperatures are shown in Roastin[...]
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)iling is cooking food by intense radiant heat from the upper unit m the oven. Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be broiled. Follow these directions to keep spattering and smoking to a minimum. 1. If the meat has fat or gristle near edge, cut vertical 6. Select LO Broil (450°F.) by tapping INCREASE slashes through both about 2 inches apart. If[...]
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BROILING GUIDE 1. Always use the broiler pan and the rack that comes with your oven. It is designed to minimize smoking and spattering by trapping the juices in the shielded lower part of the pan. 2. The oven door should be open to the broil stop position. 3. For steaks and chops, slash fat evenly around outside edges of meat. To slash, cut crosswi[...]
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efore a Clean Cycle Quick Reminder: 1. Prepare the oven for cleaning. 2. Close the oven door. 3. Press the CLEAN pad. 4. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE pad to set the clean time. The range must be completely cool in order to set the self-clean cycle. 1. Remove the broiler pan, broiler rack, all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven—they ca[...]
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OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN (continued) After a Clean Cycle When the clean cycle is finished, the word “CLEAN” After a clean cycle, you may notice some white ash in will go out in the display and the oven will begin to the oven. Just wipe it up with a damp cloth. If white cool. When the oven temperature has fallen below the spots remain, r[...]
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~estions and Answers Q. If my oven clock is not set to the correct time of day, can I still self-clean my oven? A. [f the clock is not set to the correct time of day you will not be able to set a delay clean to end at a specific time. Q. Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part of my self-cleaning oven? A. Q. No cleaners or coatings should be[...]
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CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Removal of Packaging Tape The safest way to remove adhesive left from packing NOTE: The plastic tape that is not removed tape on new appliances to assure no damage is done from the chrome trim on oven parts cannot be to the finish of the product is an application of a removed if baked on. household liquid dishwashing d[...]
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.emovable Oven Door The oven door is removable, but it is heavy. You may need help removing and replacing the door. Do not lift the door by the handle. This could cause the glass to break or cause damage to the door. To remove the door, open it a few inches to the special stop position that will hold the door open. Grasp firmly on each side and lif[...]
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CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Oven Light Bulb The light bulb is located on the back wall of the oven. Before replacing the bulb, disconnect electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or unplug the range from the electrical outlet. Let the bulb cool completely before removing it. For your safety, do not touch a hot bulb [...]
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lass Ceramic Cooktop Cleaning Cleaning of glass ceramic cooktops is different from cleaning a standard porcelain finish. To maintain and protect the surface of your new glass ceramic cooktop follow these basic steps. DAILY CLEANING: Use only Cook Top Cleaning Creme on Glass Ceramic. For normal, light soil: 1. Rub a small amount of Cook Top Creme on[...]
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CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Anti-Tip Device 1. Before placing range in the counter, notice the location of the stability bracket which is already attached to the back of the range. This location should work for most installations. However, it may be more convenient to hook the stability chain to the unit when the stability bracket is attached to [...]
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PROBLEM “F-” AND A NUMBER FLASH ON DISPLAY COOKTOP FEELS HOT SURFACE UNITS WILL NOT MAINTAIN A ROLLING BOIL OR FRYING RATE IS NOT FAST ENOUGH FOODS COOK SLOWLY SURFACE UNITS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY TINY SCRATCHES (MAY APPEAR AS CRACKS) OR ABRASIONS ON RADIANT COOKTOP GLASS SURFACE METAL MARKINGS (MAY APPEAR AS SCRATCHES) DARK STREAKS OR SPECKS ARE[...]
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(continued) — A r ● ● PROBLEM FOOD DOES NOT BROIL PROPERLY FOOD DOES NOT ROAST OR BAKE PROPERLY OVEN WILL NOT WORK OVEN TEMPERATURE TOO HOT OR TOO COLD CLOCK AND TIMER DO NOT WORK OVEN LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON OVEN WILL NOT SELF-CLEAN DOOR WON’T OPEN AFTER SELF-CLEAN CYCLE OVEN NOT CLEAN AFTER CLEAN CYCLE CONTROL BEEPS AFTER ENTERING OVEN TIM[...]
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With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that ifyou ever need information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free! h-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, sched- uled at a time that’s convenient for you.[...]
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YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC RANGE Staple sales slip or cancelled check WARRANTY here. Proof of original purchase date - is needed to obtain service II under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty is extended to For one year from date of original the original purchaser and any purchase, we will provide, free of succeeding owner for[...]