GE JGBP27 Use And Care & Installation Manual

Xl44 self-cleaning gas range

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Use and Care & Installation Guide

Safety Instructions

Anti-Tip Device ........................... 2, 3, 30, 37

Operating Instructions, Tips

Aluminum Foil................... 5, 16, 20–22, 26

Clock and Timer .......................................... 12

Features....................................................... 6, 7

Oven ....................................................... 13–24

Baking ................................................. 15, 16

Broiling, Broiling Guide ................... 20, 21

Control Settings....................................... 11

Door Latch ................... 15, 18, 20, 23, 24

Light; Bulb Replacement................ 13, 28

Preheating ......................................... 15, 19

Roasting, Roasting Guide............... 18, 19

Self-Cleaning Instructions ............. 22–24

Shelves................................. 14, 15, 22, 24

Timed Baking .................................... 11, 12

Surface Cooking ..................................... 9, 10

Control Settings.......................................... 9

Cooktop Comparison ................................ 8

Care and Cleaning

Broiler Pan and Grid........................................... 27

Burner Assembly................................................ 25

Cooktop ......................................................... 26

Door Removal .............................................. 27

Oven Bottom ................................................ 26

Oven Vents ................................................... 28

GE Appliances

XL44

................... 2–5

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Self-Cleaning Gas Range

Problem Solver

Thermostat Adjustment—

Do It Yourself............................................ 17

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Page 1 ....2–5 Thermostat Adjustment— Anti-Tip Device ......2, 3, 30, 37 Do It Yourself..........17 More questions ?…call GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips Aluminum Foil....5, 16, 20–22, 26 Clock and Timer .......... 12 Preparation Features............6, 7 ........
Page 2 If you don’t understand something or need more help, call: — Do not store or use gasoline or other ® GE Answer Center flammable vapors and liquids in the 800.626.2000 vicinity of this or any other appliance. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Write down the model and serial numbers.
Page 3: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE • Be sure all packing materials are removed from the range before operating it to prevent fire or • The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic smoke damage should the packing material ignite. Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California •...
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) • CAUTION: ITEMS OF INTEREST TO Surface Cooking CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED IN • Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats. CABINETS ABOVE A RANGE OR ON THE • Always use the LITE position when igniting the BACKSPLASH OF A RANGE—CHILDREN top burners and make sure the burners have ignited.
Page 5 • When using glass cookware, make sure it is • Pulling out the shelf to the shelf-stop is a designed for top-of-range cooking. convenience in lifting heavy foods. It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot • If a combination of oils or fats will be used surfaces of the door or oven walls.
Page 6 FEATURES OF YOUR RANGE Features and appearance vary. 12 13 MASK FOR SHELVES Sealed Burners Burner Cap Burner Head Burner Base...
Page 7 Feature Index (Appearance of features varies.) See page 1 Air Intake (behind the kick panel) 4, 28 2 Model and Serial Numbers (on front frame of range, behind the kick panel) 3 Anti-Tip Device 2, 3, 30, 37 (Lower right rear corner on range back. See the Installation Instructions.) 4 Lift-Off Oven Door 5 Oven Bottom 6 Oven Interior Light...
Page 8 HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE TO YOUR OLD ONE? Your new cooktop has gas burners. If you are used The best types of cookware to use, plus heat-up and to cooking with induction or other electric surface cool-down times, depend upon the type of burner or units, you will notice some differences when you use surface unit you have.
Page 9 SURFACE COOKING Surface Burner Controls The knobs that turn the surface burners on and off are • The smaller burner (right rear position) will give located on the control panel in front of the burners. the best simmer results. It offers precise cooking The two knobs on the left control the left front and performance for delicate foods, such as sauces or left rear burners.
Page 10 SURFACE COOKING (continued) Top-of-Range Cookware Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is Glass: There are two types of glass cookware—those recommended because it heats quickly and evenly. for oven use only and those for top-of-range cooking Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet. (saucepans, coffee and teapots).
Page 11 FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN CONTROLS OVEN SET Control Knob The OVEN SET control knob has settings for BAKE, BROIL, TIME BAKE and CLEAN. OVEN SET When you turn the knob to the desired setting, the oven is activated for that operation. BAKE—Use this setting for all normal oven operations—for example, for cooking roasts or casseroles.
Page 12: Clock And Timer
FEATURES OF YOUR CLOCK AND TIMER (appearance may vary) Power Outage When power is restored, you will need to reset the clock. All other functions that were in operation when the power went out will have to be programmed again. Clock and Minute Timer To set the clock, push the knob The minute timer has been combined with the range...
Page 13: Using Your Oven
USING YOUR OVEN Before Using Your Oven Electric Ignition Be sure you understand how to set the controls Power Outage properly. Practice removing and replacing the shelves while the oven is cool. Read the information and tips CAUTION: Do not make any attempt to operate on the following pages.
Page 14: Oven Shelves
USING YOUR OVEN (continued) Oven Shelves Bump The shelves are designed with stop-locks so when placed correctly on the shelf supports, they will stop before coming completely out of the oven and will not tilt when you are removing food from them or placing food on them.
Page 15: Pan Placement
BAKING Do not lock the oven door with the latch during If you think an adjustment is necessary, see the Adjust baking. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. the Oven Thermostat section. It gives easy Do It Yourself instructions on how to adjust the thermostat. Your oven temperature is controlled using the latest technology in oven control systems.
Page 16: Aluminum Foil
BAKING (continued) Baking Guides When using prepared baking mixes, follow package recipe or instructions for best baking results. Cookies Aluminum Foil When baking cookies, Never entirely cover a shelf with flat cookie sheets aluminum foil. This (without sides) produce will disturb the heat better-looking cookies.
Page 17: Do It Yourself
ADJUST THE OVEN THERMOSTAT— DO IT YOURSELF! You may find that your new oven cooks differently To Adjust the Thermostat: than the one it replaced. We recommend that you Back of the OVEN TEMP knob. use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it, following the times given in your recipes as a guide.
Page 18 ROASTING Do not lock the oven door with the latch during Roasting is really a baking procedure used for meats. roasting. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. Therefore the oven controls are set for Baking or Timed Baking. (You may hear a slight clicking sound Roasting is cooking by dry heat.
Page 19: Roasting Guide
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 not necessary to preheat your oven. completion of cooking time is recommended.
Page 20 BROILING Do not lock the oven door with the latch during Turn the food only once broiling. The latch is used for self-cleaning only. during cooking. Time the foods for the first side Broiling is cooking food by direct heat from above the according to the Broiling food.
Page 21: Broiler Pan And Grid
BROILING GUIDE The oven door must be closed during broiling. • If desired, marinate meats or chicken before broiling. Or brush with barbecue sauce last 5 to 10 minutes only. • Always use the broiler pan and grid that comes with your range.
Page 22 OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN Normal Cleaning Time: 3 hours Before a Clean Cycle We recommend venting with an open window 3. Clean spatters or spills on the oven front frame, or using a ventilation fan or hood during the first and the oven door outside the gasket with a self-clean cycle.
Page 23 How to Set the Oven for Cleaning 1. Turn the OVEN SET knob and the OVEN TEMP 3. When the clean cycle is complete, you will be able knob to CLEAN. The controls will snap into the final to slide the door latch handle to the left as far as it position when the CLEAN location is reached.
Page 24: Cooktop
OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN (continued) How to Delay Start of Cleaning If you wish to start and stop cleaning at a later time than shown on the clock, push in and turn the DELAY START dial to the time you wish to start.
Page 25: Care And Cleaning
CARE AND CLEANING Proper care and cleaning are important so your range BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow DISCONNECTED BEFORE CLEANING ANY these directions carefully in caring for it to help assure PART OF YOUR RANGE. safe and proper maintenance.
Page 26: Oven Bottom
CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Burner Grates Lift out when cool. Grates should be washed regularly and, of course, after spillovers. Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. After cleaning, dry them thoroughly by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes.
Page 27 Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable, • Do not rub or clean the door gasket—the but it is heavy. You may need help fiberglass material of the gasket has an extremely removing and replacing the door. low resistance to abrasion. An intact and well fitting oven door gasket is essential for energy To remove the door, open it a few efficient oven operation and good baking results.
Page 28: Oven Light Replacement
CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Oven Light Replacement CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb, DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS TO disconnect the electrical power to the range at the REMOVE COVER. main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Be sure to let 2.
Page 29: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY IMPORTANT If you smell gas: Remove all packing material and literature from oven before connecting 1. Open windows. gas and electrical supply to range. 2. Don’t touch electrical switches. 3. Extinguish any open flame. 4. Immediately call your gas supplier. DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces.
Page 30 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EXCEPTION: Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall Installation of this range must conform with conform to the installation instructions packed local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with that appliance.
Page 31 GENERAL MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION • See Dimensions and Clearances in this section You’ll find the model and serial numbers on a label on the front frame of the range, behind the for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range.
Page 32 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) CONNECT THE RANGE TO GAS PROVIDE ADEQUATE GAS SUPPLY Shut off the main gas supply valve before Your range is designed to operate at a pressure of 4″ of water column on natural gas or, if designed disconnecting the old range and leave it off until new hook-up has been completed.
Page 33 Flexible Connector Hookup 1. Install a manual gas line shut-off valve in the gas line in an easily accessed location outside of the range. Make sure everyone operating the range knows where and how to shut off the gas Pressure supply to the range.
Page 34 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Usage Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Infrequently. Electrical Requirements An adapter may be used only on a 15-amp 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded branch circuit. Do not use an adapter on a 20-amp circuit protected by a 15-amp or 20-amp circuit circuit.
Page 35 Quality of Flames Usage Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Frequently. The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually. Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because disconnecting of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual (A) Yellow flames—...
Page 36 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS IF NECESSARY Air adjustment shutters for the top and bottom burners regulate the flow of air to the flames. Air Adjustment Shutter To determine if the bottom burner flames are burning properly, remove the oven bottom.
Page 37 Anti-Tip LEVELING THE RANGE Device 1. Remove the kick panel. Slotted Head 2. Use a 3/16″ open-end Wallplate Screw or socket wrench to back 20° out both rear leveling legs Approx. approximately two turns. ″ open-end or 3. Use a 1 ⁄...
Page 38 CONVERTING TO LP GAS or Converting Back to Natural Gas from LP HOW TO CONVERT THE RANGE FOR USE If It Is This Regulator: WITH LP GAS OR NATURAL GAS 1. Use an adjustable wrench to remove the This range leaves the factory set for use with natural nut from the pressure regulator.
Page 39 CONVERTING THE SURFACE BURNERS 5. To prevent leakage, make sure the orifice spuds are securely screwed into the gas inlet Burner Cap tubes. Use a small wrench to hold the inlet tube Burner Head hex to prevent it from twisting. Screws 6.
Page 40 CONVERTING TO LP GAS or Converting Back to Natural Gas from LP CONVERT AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTER ADJUST LOW FLAME SETTING For LP gas, loosen the 1. Light the top burners and continue turning all Phillips head screw and of the surface knobs to LOW. rotate the shutter to the 2.
Page 41 QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE OVEN WILL NOT WORK • Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. • The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped, or a fuse has been blown. •...
Page 42: Do It Yourself
Thermostat—Do It Yourself section. OVEN DOOR • Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF. Allow the oven to cool and ACCIDENTALLY LOCKED then unlatch the door. WHILE BAKING If you need more help…call, toll free: ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 consumer information service...
Page 43: Consumer Services
We’ll Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free! GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000 ® Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center information service is available to help.
Page 44 Attorney General. Warrantor—In the United States: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager, Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 Warrantor—In Canada: Camco Inc. If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager, Customer Relations, Camco Inc., 1 Factory Lane, Suite 310, Moncton, N.B.

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