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    GE Appliances 183D5580P083 49-80036 7-00 JR 350A4502P218 JGBP35 JGBP79 JGBP85 JGBP86 JGBP90 www .geappliances.com Ranges Safety Instructions . . . .2, 4–8 Anti-Tip Device . . . . .2, 4, 35, 43 Electric Warming Drawer . . . . .8 Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . .4, 5 Self-Cleaning Oven . . . . [...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service 2 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. — Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. — WHA T TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS ■ Do not try to l[...]

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    Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips 3 FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can find them on a label on the front of the range behind the warming drawer or storage drawer. Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of the original purchase dat[...]

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    Operating Instructions 4 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. W ARNING! 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, perso[...]

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    Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips 5 ■ Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outage (on standing pilot models) and poor air circulation. ■ Be sure all packaging materials are removed from the range before operating it to[...]

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    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Operating Instructions 6 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service Use proper pan size—avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. T o avoid spillovers, make su[...]

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    Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips ■ Do not use the oven for a storage area. Items stored in the oven can ignite. ■ Keep the oven free from grease buildup. ■ Place the oven shelves in the desired position while the oven is cool. ■ Pulling out the shelf to the stop-loc[...]

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    8 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service ■ The purpose of the warming drawer is to hold hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Always start with hot food; cold food cannot be heated or cooked in the warming d[...]

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    9 Using the surface burners. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. How to Light a Surface Burner Push the control knob in and turn it to the LITE position. You will hear a little clicking noise—the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner. Turn the knob to adjust the flame size. If the knob stays at LITE[...]

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    Using the surface burners. W ok This Way (on models with sealed burners) We recommend that you use a flat-bottomed wok. They are available at your local retail store. A traditional round bottom wok can be used with Wok Holder accessory, model JXWK which can be ordered from your appliance dealer. The Wok Holder fits on top of the range grate to prov[...]

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    Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips 11 Using the oven controls. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Oven Control, Clock and T imer Features and Settings BAKE Pad Press this pad to select the bake function. BROIL HI/LO Pad Press this pad to[...]

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    Using the oven controls. Oven Control, Clock and T imer Features and Settings BAKE Pad Press this pad to select the bake function. BROIL HI/LO Pad Press this pad to select the broil function. Function Indicators Light up to show whether the oven is in the bake, broil or self-clean mode. Oven T emperature and Broil Display Shows the oven temperature[...]

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    Customer Service Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 13 Special features of your oven control (on some models) . Y our new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use. The following are the features and how you may activate them. The special feature modes can only be a[...]

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    Special features of your oven control (on some models) . T ones at the End of a T imed Cycle At the end of a timed cycle, 3 short beeps will sound followed by one beep every 6 seconds until the CLEAR/OFF pad is pressed. This continuous 6 second beep may be canceled. To cancel the 6 second beep: Press the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO pads at the same time f[...]

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    15 Customer Service Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Cook and Hold Y our new control has a cook and hold feature that keeps cooked foods warm for up to 3 hours after the cooking function is finished. Y ou can only use Cook and Hold with timed cooking features. To activate this feature, foll[...]

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    Using the oven. T o avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before you begin… The shelves have stop-locks, so that when placed correctly on the supports, they will stop before coming completely out, and will not tilt. When placing and removing cookware, pull the shelf out to the bump on the she[...]

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    Customer Service Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 17 If your model has a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch during baking or roasting. The latch is used for self-cleaning only . How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Press the BAKE pad. Press the + or – pad (on some [...]

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    Using the oven. If your model has a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch during broiling. The latch is used for self-cleaning only . Broiling Guide Quantity and/ Shelf First Side Second Side Food or Thickness Position T ime (min.) T ime (min.) Comments Bacon 1/2 lb. C 4 3 Arrange in single layer . (about 8 thin slices) Ground Beef 1[...]

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    19 Customer Service Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Using the clock and timer . Not all features are on all models. T o Set the Clock The clock must be set to the correct time of day for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. The time of day cannot be changed during a timed [...]

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    Using the timed baking and roasting features. If your model has a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch 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. Roo[...]

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    21 Customer Service Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself! Y ou 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 to[...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service 22 Using the electric warming drawer . The warming drawer will keep hot, cooked foods at serving temperature. Always start with hot food. Do not use to heat cold food other than crisping crackers, chips or dry cereal. Control Knob Push and t[...]

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    23 T emperature Selection Chart To keep several different foods hot, set the temperature to the food needing the highest setting. Place the items needing the highest setting on the bottom of the drawer and items needing less heat on the rack. Tips: ■ Do not put liquid or water in the warming drawer. ■ For moist foods, cover them with a lid or a[...]

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    Using the self-cleaning oven. If your model has a door latch, never force the latch handle. Forcing the handle will damage the door lock mechanism. Before a Clean Cycle The range must be completely cool in order to set the self-clean cycle. We recommend venting your kitchen with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood during the first sel[...]

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    Customer Service Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 25 Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip device is re-engaged pro[...]

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    Care and cleaning of the range. Sealed Burner Assemblies (on some models) Turn all controls OFF before removing the burner parts and drip pans (if so equipped). The burner grates, caps, burner heads and drip pans (if so equipped) can be lifted off, making them easy to clean. The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed when the burner head is remo[...]

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    Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips 27 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 m[...]

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    Care and cleaning of the range. Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable, but it is heavy . Y ou may need help removing and replacing the door . T o 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 lift the door straight up and off the hinges. NOTE: Be careful not t[...]

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    Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips 29 Oven Light Replacement (on some models) 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 . The [...]

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    Care and cleaning of the range. Oven Air V ents Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion. Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop, at the top and bottom of the oven door, and at the bottom of the range, under the [...]

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    Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips 31 Oven Shelves Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel wool. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth. NOTE: T ake the shelves out of the oven before you begin the self-clean cycle. Brushed [...]

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    Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully . BEFORE YOU BEGIN Installation of this range must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, latest edition. In Canada, installation must conform with the current Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1 o[...]

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    Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips 33 W ARNING! INST ALLA TION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified in[...]

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    Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully . DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be a[...]

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    35 Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips IMPORT ANT! Remove all tape and packaging. Lift up the cooktop (on models with standard twin burners) and remove any packing material under it. Make sure the standard twin burners are properly seated and level. T ake the accessory pack ou[...]

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    Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully . Provide Adequate Gas Supply Y our range is designed to operate at a pressure of 4 ″ of water column on natural gas or , if designed for LP gas (propane or butane), 10 ″ of water column. Make sure you are supplying your range with the type of gas for which it is design[...]

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    37 Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Gas Pipe and Electrical Outlet Locations for Models with Sealed Burners Gas Pipe and Electrical Outlet Locations for Models with Standard T win Burners This area allows for flush range installation with through-the-wall connection of pipe[...]

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    Flexible Connector and Rigid Pipe Hookup for Models Equipped with Standard T win Burners Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully . Flexible Connector Hookup for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners Rigid Pipe Hookup for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners Pressure regulator Pressure regulator 90° Elbow (provided)[...]

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    Customer Service Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 39 Electrical Connections (on some models) Electrical Requirements 120-volt, 60 Hertz, properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15-amp or 20-amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse. Extension Cord Cautions Because of potential safety h[...]

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    Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully . Electrical Connections (on some models) Usage Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Disconnected Frequently . 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 failure of[...]

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    Customer Service Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 41 Quality of Flames The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually. If burner flames look like (A), call for service. Normal burner flames should look like (B) or (C), depending on the type of gas you use. With LP g[...]

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    Installation of the range. Read these instructions completely and carefully . 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. The air adjustment shutter for the top (broil) burner is in the center of the rear wall of the oven. The shutte[...]

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    Converting to LP Gas (or converting back to natural gas from LP) This range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas. If you want to convert to LP gas, the conversion must be performed by a qualified LP gas installer . The conversion instructions, sticker and LP orifices can be found attached to the range next to the pressure regulator. Ther[...]

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    Operating Instructions 44 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service Before Y ou Call For Service… T roubleshooting T ips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What T o Do T op burners do not light Plug on ran[...]

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    Customer Service Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 45 Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Control signals after You forgot to enter a bake • Press the BAKE pad and desired temperature or entering cooking time temperature or cleaning time. the SELF CLEAN pad and desired clean time. or start[...]

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    Before Y ou Call For Service… Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Oven will not self-clean The oven temperature is too • Allow the range to cool to room temperature and high to set a self-clean operation. reset the controls. Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the self-cleaning oven section. On models with a door latch, • Make sur[...]

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    Customer Service Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 47 Problem Possible Causes What T o Do “Door” appears in the Self-cleaning cycle has been • Move the latch handle all the way to the right. display (on models with selected but the latch handle a door latch) was not moved all the way t[...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service 48 Notes[...]

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    49 Notes Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips[...]

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    50 Notes Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service[...]

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    Consumer Product Ownership Registration Important Mail Today! First Name Mr. ■ ■ Ms. ■ ■ Mrs. ■ ■ Miss ■ ■ Street Address City State Date Placed In Use Month Day Year Zip Code Apt. # Last Name Phone Number _ _ Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your c[...]

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    53 Notes Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips[...]

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    GE Gas Range W arranty (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Y ear Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. From the date of the Durin[...]

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    55 Customer Service Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips GE Gas Range W arranty (For customers in Canada) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. For service, call 1-800-361-3400. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Y ear An[...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service 56 Printed in Mexico Service T elephone Numbers. GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In Canada, call 1-800-361-3400. OR Visit our Website at: www .geappliances.com In-Home Repair Ser[...]