GE Range JBP 35 Owner's Manual
GE Range JBP 35 Owner's Manual
Ranges
Electric
Models:
JB940 JBP24 JBP61 JBS02 JBS27 RB533
JB960 JBP26 JBP63 JBS03 LEB116 RB536
JB970 JBP30 JBP64 JBS05 LEB131 RB557
JBP19 JBP35 JBP66 JBS07 RB502 RB753
JBP21 JBP48 JBP78 JBS23 RB525 RB757
JBP22 JBP60 JBP79 JBS26 RB526 RB787
Operating Instructions
Using the Surface Units . . . 9–13
Oven Control, READ THIS MANUAL
Clock & Timer . . . . . . . 14–21, 25 Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and
Using the Oven . . . 22–24, 26, 27 maintain your range properly. Just a little preventive care on
your part can save you a great deal of time and money over
Using the Probe . . . . . . . . 28, 29 the life of your range.
Convection Cooking . . . . . 30–35 You’ll find many answers to common problems in the
Oven Thermostat . . . . . . . 37, 38 Before You Call For Service section. If you review our chart
Self-Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . 39–41 of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for
service at all.
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call
For Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 51–55
Technical Information . . . . . . 56
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,
electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
following:
■ Use this appliance only for its intended ■ Before performing any service, disconnect
purpose as described in this Owner’s the range power supply at the household
Manual. distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker.
■ Be sure your appliance is properly installed
and grounded by a qualified installer in ■ Do not leave children alone—children
accordance with the provided installation should not be left alone or unattended in
instructions. an area where an appliance is in use. They
should never be allowed to sit or stand on
■ Have the installer show you the location of
any part of the appliance.
the circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy
reference. ■ Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang
on the door, storage drawer or cooktop.
■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part
They could damage the range and even tip
of your range unless it is specifically
it over, causing severe personal injury.
recommended in this manual. All other
servicing should be referred to a qualified
technician.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not operate the oven or cooktop controls if the glass is broken. Food splatter or cleaning
solution may penetrate a broken control panel and create a risk of electrical shock. Contact
a qualified technician immediately should your glass control panel become broken.
■ Do not store flammable materials in an ■ Do not let cooking grease or other
oven or near the cooktop. flammable materials accumulate in or
near the range.
■ CAUTION: Items of interest to children
should not be stored in cabinets above a ■ Do not touch the surface units, the heating
range or on the backsplash of a range— elements or the interior surface of the oven.
children climbing on the range to reach These surfaces may be hot enough to burn
items could be seriously injured. even though they are dark in color. During
and after use, do not touch, or let clothing
■ Never wear loose-fitting or hanging
or other flammable materials contact the
garments while using the appliance.
surface units, areas nearby the surface units
Be careful when reaching for items stored
or any interior area of the oven; allow
over the range. Flammable material could
sufficient time for cooling first.
be ignited if brought in contact with hot
surface units or heating elements and may ■ Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop,
cause severe burns. areas facing the cooktop, oven vent opening,
surfaces near the opening, crevices around
■ Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp
the oven door.
pot holders on hot surfaces may result in
burns from steam. Do not let pot holders ■ REMEMBER: The inside surface of the oven
touch hot surface units or heating elements. may be hot when the door is opened.
Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in
■ Do not store or use combustible materials,
place of pot holders.
gasoline or other flammable vapors and
■ Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
up a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. appliance.
Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by
■ Keep the hood and grease filters clean
covering the pan completely with a well-
to maintain good venting and to avoid
fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a
grease fires.
multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type
fire extinguisher. ■ Teach children not to play with the controls
or any other part of the range.
■ Flaming grease outside a pan can be put
out by covering it with baking soda or, if ■ Always keep dish towels, dish cloths, pot
available, by using a multi-purpose dry holders and other linens a safe distance
chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher. from your range.
■ Flame in the oven can be smothered ■ Always keep wooden and plastic utensils
completely by closing the oven door and and canned food a safe distance from
turning the oven off or by using a multi- your range.
purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire
extinguisher. ■ Always keep combustible wall coverings,
curtains or drapes a safe distance from
■ For your safety, never use your appliance your range.
for warming or heating the room.
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COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY…
Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F. and poultry to
at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against
foodborne illness.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
COIL SURFACE UNITS (on some models)
To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric shock, always be certain that the controls for
all surface units are at the OFF position and all coils are cool before attempting to lift or
remove a unit.
■ Clean the cooktop with caution. If a wet ■ Do not use aluminum foil to line the drip
sponge is used to wipe spills on a hot pans or anywhere in the oven except as
cooktop, be careful to avoid steam burns. described in this manual. Misuse could
■ Do not immerse or soak the removable result in a shock, fire hazard or damage to
surface units. Do not put them in a the range.
dishwasher.
■ Be sure the drip pans and the vent duct are
not covered and are in place. Their absence
during cooking could damage range parts
and wiring.
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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. ■ Do not use the oven to dry newspapers.
Pressure could build up and the container If overheated, they can catch on fire.
could burst, causing an injury.
■ Do not use the oven for a storage area.
■ Keep the oven vent unobstructed. Items stored in an oven can ignite.
■ Keep the oven free from grease buildup. ■ Do not leave paper products, cooking
utensils or food in the oven when not
■ Place the oven shelf in the desired position
in use.
while the oven is cool. If shelves must be
handled when hot, do not let pot holder ■ Do not use aluminum foil to line oven
contact the heating elements. bottoms, except as suggested in this manual.
Improper installation of aluminum foil may
■ When using cooking or roasting bags in the
result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
oven, follow the manufacturer’s directions.
■ Pulling out the shelf to the stop-lock is a
convenience in lifting heavy foods. It is also a
precaution against burns from touching hot
surfaces of the door or oven walls.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
PREPARATION
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.
Installing Leveling
The range should be installed on a 1/4″ thick Leveling screws are located on each corner
sheet of plywood (or similar material) as of the base of the range. Remove the bottom
follows: When the floor covering ends at the drawer and you can level the range on an
front of the range, the area that the range will uneven floor with the use of a nutdriver or
rest on should be built up with plywood to the channel locks.
same level or higher than the floor covering.
To remove the drawer, pull the drawer out all
This will allow the range to be moved for
the way, tilt up the front and take it out. To
cleaning or servicing.
replace the drawer, insert glides at back of the
drawer beyond stop on the range glides. Lift
drawer if necessary to insert easily. Let the
front of drawer down, then push in to close.
One of the rear leveling screws will engage the
Anti-Tip device. Allow for some side to side
adjustment. Allow a minimum clearance of
1/8″ between the range and the leveling screw
that is to be installed into the Anti-Tip device.
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Using the surface units.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
How to Set
Push the knob in and turn in either
direction to the setting you want.
At both OFF and HI the control clicks
into position. You may hear slight
clicking sounds during cooking,
indicating the control is keeping the
power level you set.
Be sure you turn the control knob to
OFF when you finish cooking.
Indicator Lights
On glass cooktops, HOT indicator light A surface units ON indicator light will
will glow when any radiant element glow when any surface unit is on.
is turned on, and will remain on until
NOTE: The surface units ON indicator light
the surface is cooled to approximately
may glow between the surface control settings
150°F.
of LO and OFF, but there is no power to the
Indicator light will: surface units.
■ come on when the unit is hot to the touch.
■ stay on even after the unit is turned off.
■ glow until the unit is cooled to
approximately 150°F.
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Using the surface units.
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Surface Cookware Tips (electric coil models only)
Use medium- or heavy-weight cookware.
Aluminum cookware conducts heat
faster than other metals. Cast-iron and
coated cast-iron cookware are slow to
1″
absorb heat, but generally cook evenly
at low to medium heat settings. Steel
Not over 1 inch. pans may cook unevenly if not
combined with other metals.
For best cooking results, pans should
be flat on the bottom. Match the size
of the saucepan to the size of the
surface unit. The pan should not
extend over the edge of the surface
unit more than 1 inch.
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Using the radiant surface units. (glass cooktops only)
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units beneath a smooth glass surface.
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by the heating of new parts and insulating
materials and will disappear in a short time.
Never cook directly on the glass.
Always use cookware. The surface unit will cycle on and off to
maintain your selected control setting.
It is safe to place hot cookware on the
glass surface even when the cooktop
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OFF CENTER is cool.
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Even after the surface units are turned
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off, the glass cooktop retains enough
heat to continue cooking. To avoid
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Always place the pan in the
surface units when the food is cooked.
Avoid placing anything on the surface
center of the surface unit you unit until it has cooled completely.
are cooking on.
■ Water stains (mineral deposits) are
removable using the cleaning cream or
full strength white vinegar.
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DRAGGING
■ Use of window cleaner may leave an
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iridescent film on the cooktop. The
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cleaning cream will remove this
discoloration.
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Selecting types of cookware. (glass cooktops only)
The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops.
Stainless Steel: Glass-ceramic:
recommended usable, but not recommended
Poor performance. May scratch the
surface.
Aluminum:
heavy weight recommended
Good conductivity. Aluminum Stoneware:
residues sometimes appear as scratches usable, but not recommended
Check pans for flat bottoms by on the cooktop, but can be removed if Poor performance. May scratch the
using a straight edge. cleaned immediately. Because of its surface.
low melting point, thin weight
aluminum should not be used.
Copper Bottom:
recommended
Copper may leave residues which can
appear as scratches. The residues can
be removed, as long as the cooktop is
cleaned immediately. However, do not
let these pots boil dry. Overheated
metal can bond to glass cooktops. An
overheated copper bottom pot will
leave a residue that will permanently
stain the cooktop if not removed
immediately.
Wok Cooking
We recommend that you use only a flat-
bottomed wok. They are available at your
local retail store.
Do not use woks that have support rings.
Placing the ring over the surface unit
will cause a build-up of heat that will
damage the cooktop.
Use only flat-bottomed woks.
Do not use round bottom woks. You
could be seriously burned if the wok
tipped over.
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Oven control, clock and timer features and settings.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Your model may have one of the following controls.
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On models with a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch during cooking.
The latch is used for self-cleaning only.
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Clock and timer features and settings.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Your model may have one of the following clock and timers.
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Using the oven control knob. (on some models)
On some models you may use the oven light switch to turn the light on and off when the door is closed.
Your model may have one of the following oven control knobs.
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Special features of your oven control. (on models with a START pad)
Your 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 activated while the display is showing the time of day. They remain
in the control’s memory until the steps are repeated.
When the display shows your choice, touch the START pad. The special features will remain in memory after
a power failure.
12 Hour Shut-Off
With this feature, should you forget and leave Touch the DELAY START or START
the oven on, the control will automatically turn TIME pad (depending on your
off the oven after 12 hours during baking model). The display will show
functions or after 3 hours during a broil function. 12 shdn (12 hour shut-off). Touch
the DELAY START or START TIME
If you wish to turn OFF this feature,
pad again and the display will
follow the steps below.
show no shdn (no shut-off).
Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO
Touch the START pad to activate
pads at the same time for 3 seconds
the no shut-off and leave the
until the display shows SF.
control set in this special features
mode.
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Control Lockout
Your control will allow you to lock out the When this feature is on and the pads
touch pads so they cannot be activated when are touched the control will beep and
touched. the display will show LOC.
Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO NOTE: The control lockout mode will not
pads at the same time for 3 seconds affect the CLOCK and KITCHEN TIMER
until the display shows SF. ON/OFF pads.
Touch the SELF CLEAN pad.
The display will show LOC OFF.
Touch the SELF CLEAN pad again.
The display will show LOC ON.
Touch the START pad to activate
the control lockout feature and
leave the control set in this special
features mode.
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Special features of your oven control. (on models with a START pad)
Using Convection Conversion (on models with a glass control panel only)
By using the Convection Conversion feature you The display shows the converted
can automatically convert the oven temperature (reduced) temperature. For example,
from regular baking to Convection Bake if you entered a recipe temperature of
temperatures. 350°F., the display will show 325°F.
when it is converted.
To convert the oven temperature for
convection baking, follow the steps Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad when
below. baking is finished.
Touch and hold the CONVECTION NOTE: Conversion must be set each time you
BAKE pad for 4 to 5 seconds. want to use it. It is not held in memory.
CON Con Bake will show in the
display.
Using the number pads, enter
the temperature recommended
in the recipe.
Touch the START pad.
Changing the Speed of the Increase or Decrease Pads (on some models)
As you use the INCREASE or DECREASE pads Touch the INCREASE pad to
when setting a time or temperature, you may increase the speed up to the
notice the display changes slowly. This special number 5.
feature allows you to change the speed.
Touch the DECREASE pad to
To set the speed you prefer, follow the decrease the speed down to the
steps below. number 1.
Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO Touch START to activate the
pads at the same time for 3 seconds setting and leave the control set
until the display shows SF. in this special features mode.
Touch the INCREASE pad. The
display will show you a set speed
between 1 and 5.
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12 hour, 24 hour or clock black-out.
Clock Black-Out (on models with HOUR and MIN. + and – pads)
If you have several clocks in your Although you cannot see it, the clock
kitchen, you may wish to black-out the maintains the correct time of day. It
time of day display of your range. If so, will reappear for the duration of any
press the CLOCK pad. function that displays a Start Time or
Cook Time. Press the CLOCK pad again
Press the CLOCK pad twice to retain
to bring back the display.
the time of day after a black-out.
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Using the oven.
To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on.
On models with a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch during cooking. The latch is used for
self-cleaning only.
Before you begin…
The shelves have stops, so that when CAUTION: When you are using the shelf
placed correctly on the supports, they in the lowest position (A), you will
will stop before coming completely need to use caution when pulling the
out, and will not tilt. shelf out. We recommend that you pull
the shelf out several inches and then,
When placing and removing cookware,
using two pot holders, pull the shelf
pull the shelf out until it stops.
out by holding the sides of it. The shelf
The bake heating element is under the is low and you could be burned if you
oven floor. Do not place foods on the place your hand in the middle of the
oven bottom for cooking. shelf and pull all the way out. Be very
careful not to burn your hand on the
To remove a shelf, pull it toward you, tilt door when using the shelf in the lowest
Depending on your model, the oven
the front end up and pull it out. position (A).
will have either 6 (shown) or 4 shelf
positions.
To replace, place the end of the shelf
(stop-locks) on the support, tilt up the
front and push the shelf in.
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Do not place foods directly on the oven floor.
Preheating and Pan Placement
Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for Baking results will be better if baking
it. Preheating is necessary for good pans are centered in the oven as much
results when baking cakes, cookies, as possible. Pans should not touch each
pastry and breads. other or the walls of the oven. If you
need to use two shelves, stagger the
To preheat, set the oven at the correct
pans so one is not directly above the
temperature.
other, and leave approximately 11⁄2″
On some models, the control will beep when between pans, from the front, back
the oven is preheated and the display will and sides of the wall.
show your set temperature. This will take
approximately 10–15 minutes.
Aluminum Foil
You can use aluminum foil to line the Do not use aluminum foil on the bottom of
broiler pan and broiler grid. However, the oven.
you must mold the foil tightly to the
Never entirely cover a shelf with
grid and cut slits in it just like the grid.
aluminum foil. This will disturb the
Cut slits in the foil just like the grid. Without the slits, the foil will prevent heat circulation and result in poor
fat and meat juices from draining into baking.
the broiler pan. The juices could
A smaller sheet of foil may be used to
become hot enough to catch on fire.
catch a spillover by placing it on a lower
If you do not cut the slits, you are
shelf several inches below the food.
essentially frying, not broiling.
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Using the oven.
To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on.
On models with a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch during cooking. The latch is used
for self-cleaning only.
Broiling Guide
Quantity and/ Shelf First Side Second Side
Food or Thickness Position Time (min.) Time (min.) Comments
Ground Beef 1 lb. (4 patties) E 9 6 Space evenly. Up to 8
Well Done 1/2 to 3/4″ thick E 11 10 patties take about the
same time.
Beef Steaks
Rare† 1″ thick F 7 5 Steaks less than 1″
Medium 1 to 11⁄2 lbs. E 9 6–7 thick cook through
Well Done E 11 8–9 before browning. Pan
frying is recommended.
Slash fat.
Rare† 11⁄2″ thick D 14 11
Medium 2 to 21⁄2 lbs. D 18 14–16
Well Done D 22 20
Chicken 1 whole cut up C 25 10 Broil skin-side-down
2 to 21⁄2 lbs., first.
split lengthwise
2 Breasts C 25 10–15
Lobster Tails 2–4 C 18–20 Do not Cut through back of
10 to 12 oz. each turn shell. Spread open.
over. Brush with melted
butter before broiling
and after half of
broiling time.
Fish Fillets 1/4 to 1/2″ thick E 6 5 Handle and turn very
carefully. Brush with
lemon butter before
and during cooking,
if desired.
Ham Slices 1/2″ thick D 6 6 Increase time 5 to 10
(precooked) minutes per side for
11⁄2″ thick or home-
cured ham.
Pork Chops 2 (1/2″ thick) E 10 10 Slash fat.
Well Done 2 (1″ thick) about 1 lb. D 15 15
Lamb Chops
Medium 2 (1″ thick) about 10 E 8 7–8 Slash fat.
Well Done to 12 oz. E 10 9–10
Medium 2 (11⁄2″ thick) about 1 lb. E 14 12
Well Done E 17 12–14
Salmon Steaks 2 (1″ thick) D 10 7–8 Grease pan. Brush
4 (1″ thick) about 1 lb. D 12 10 steaks with melted
butter.
† The U.S. Department of Agriculture says “Rare beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F. means
some food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June 1985.)
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Using the clock and timer. (on some models)
Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day.
To Set the Clock
The clock must be set to the correct Touch the CLOCK pad.
time of day for the automatic oven
Depending on your model, touch
timing functions to work properly. The
the number pads, HOUR and MIN.
time of day cannot be changed during
pads or the + or – pads.
a timed baking or self-cleaning cycle.
On some models you will need to
touch the START pad until the
time of day shows in the display.
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Using the timed baking and roasting features. (on some models)
The oven will turn on immediately and cook for a selected length of time. At the end of the cooking time the
oven will turn off automatically.
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. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.
On models with a door latch, do not lock the oven door with the latch during cooking. The latch is used for
self-cleaning only.
How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop
For Models With Pads Only
Touch the BAKE pad. The word ON and 100° will be
displayed. The cook time will begin
Using the number pads or the
to count down. As the oven heats up,
+ or – pads (depending on your
the display will show the changing
model), enter the desired
temperature. When the oven reaches
temperature.
the temperature you set, 3 beeps will
Touch the COOKING TIME pad. sound.
At the end of timed baking, the oven
NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating, will turn off. The end of cycle tone will
you may need to add additional time to sound.
the length of the cooking time.
Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad to clear the
Using the number pads or the display.
+ or – pads (depending on your
model), enter the desired baking
time. The oven temperature and
the cooking time that you entered
will be displayed.
Touch the START pad.
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You can set the oven control to delay-start the oven, cook for a specific length of time and then turn off
automatically.
Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day.
How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop
For Models With Pads Only
Touch the BAKE pad. If you would like to check the times you
have set, touch the DELAY START pad to
Using the number pads or the
check the start time you have set or
+ or – pads (depending on your
touch the COOKING TIME pad to check
model), enter the desired
the length of cooking time you have set.
temperature.
The oven will turn on automatically.
Touch the COOKING TIME pad.
The word ON and 100° will be displayed.
The cook time will begin to count down.
NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating,
you may need to add additional time to As the oven heats up, the display will
the length of the cooking time. show the changing temperature. The
oven will cook for the programmed
Using the number pads or the cooking time and shut off automatically.
+ or – pads (depending on your At the end of timed baking, the oven
model), enter the desired baking will turn off. The end of cycle tone will
time. sound.
Touch the DELAY START pad. Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad to clear the
Using the number pads or the display.
+ or – pads (depending on your
model), enter the time of day you
want the oven to turn on and start
cooking.
Touch the START pad.
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Using the probe. (on some models)
For many foods, especially roasts and poultry, internal food temperature is the best test for doneness.
The temperature probe takes the guesswork out of roasting by cooking foods to the exact doneness you want.
Use of probes other than the one
provided with this product may result Plug
in damage to the probe.
Use the handles of the probe and plug Probe
when inserting and removing them
Handles
from the food and outlet.
■ To avoid damaging your probe, do not use
tongs to pull on the cable when removing it.
The temperature probe has a ■ To avoid breaking the probe, make sure
skewer-like probe at one end and a
plug at the other end that goes into
food is completely defrosted before
the outlet in the oven. inserting.
■ To prevent possible burns, do not unplug
the probe from the outlet until the oven
has cooled.
■ Never leave your probe inside the oven
during a self-cleaning cycle.
■ Do not store the probe in the oven.
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If the probe is removed from the food before the final temperature is reached, a tone will sound and the
display will flash until the probe is removed from the oven.
You can use the timer even though you cannot use timed oven operations while using the probe.
How to Set the Oven For Roasting When Using the Probe
Insert the probe into the food. When the internal temperature of
the food reaches the number you
Plug the probe into the outlet in
have set, the probe and the oven
the oven. Make sure it’s pushed all
turn off and the oven control
the way in. Close the oven door.
signals. To stop the signal, touch
Make sure the probe cable is not
the CLEAR/OFF pad. Use hot pads
touching the broil element.
to remove the probe from the
Touch the PROBE pad. food. Do not use tongs to pull on
it—they might damage it.
Touch the number pads to set the
desired internal food or meat To change the oven temperature
temperature. during the Roast cycle, touch the
BAKE pad and then the number pads
Touch the BAKE pad.
to set the new temperature.
Touch the number pads to set the
desired oven temperature.
Touch the START pad.
The display will flash if the probe is
inserted into the outlet and you have
not set a probe temperature and
touched the START pad.
When the oven starts to heat, the word
LO will be in the display.
After the internal temperature of the
food reaches 100°F., the changing
internal temperature will be shown in
the display.
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Using the convection oven. (on some models)
The convection oven fan shuts off when the oven door is opened. DO NOT leave the door open for long periods
of time while using convection cooking or you may shorten the life of the convection heating element.
To help you understand the difference Roasting rack
between convection bake and roast and
traditional bake and roast, here are
some general guidelines.
Convection Bake Post
Adapting Recipes…
You can use your favorite recipes in the ■ For more information on adapting recipes,
convection oven. see the Convection Cookbook.
When baking, reduce baking ■ Use pan size recommended.
temperature by 25°F.
■ Some package instructions for frozen
No need to preheat when cooking casseroles or main dishes have been
longer than 15 minutes. developed using commercial convection
ovens. For best results in this oven,
preheat the oven and use the temperature
on the package.
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Cookware for Convection Cooking
Before using your convection oven, Metal and Glass
check to see if your cookware leaves
room for air circulation in the oven. If Any type of cookware will work in your
you are baking with several pans, leave convection oven. However, metal pans
space between them. Also, be sure the heat the fastest and are recommended
pans do not touch each other or the for convection baking.
walls of the oven. ■ Darkened or matte-finished pans will bake
faster than shiny pans.
Paper and Plastic
■ Glass or ceramic pans cook more slowly.
Heat-resistant paper and plastic
containers that are recommended When baking cookies, you will get the
for use in regular ovens can be used in best results if you use a flat cookie
convection ovens. Plastic cookware that sheet instead of a pan with low sides.
is heat-resistant to temperatures of
For recipes like oven-baked chicken,
400°F. can also be used, when oven is
use a pan with low sides. Hot air cannot
below 400°F.
circulate well around food in a pan
with high sides.
Multi-Shelf Baking
Because heated air is circulated evenly
throughout the oven, foods can be
baked with excellent results using
multiple shelves.
Multi-shelf baking may increase cook
times slightly for some foods but the
overall result is time saved. Cookies,
muffins, biscuits, and other quick
When convection baking with only breads give very good results with
1 shelf, follow the shelf positions multi-shelf baking.
recommended in the Using the
oven section. When baking on 3 shelves, place one
shelf in the bottom (B) position, one
on the 4th (D) position and the offset
shelf in the 6th (F) position.
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Using the convection oven. (on some models)
If the probe is removed from the food before the final temperature is reached, a tone will sound and the
display will flash until the probe is removed from the oven.
You will hear a fan while cooking with this feature. The fan will stop when the door is opened but the
heat will not turn off.
You can use the timer even though you cannot use timed oven operations while using the probe.
How to Set the Oven for Convection Roasting when Using the Probe
The display will flash PROBE and the When the oven starts to heat, the word
oven control will signal if the probe is LO will be in the display.
inserted into the outlet, and you have
For best results when roasting large After the internal temperature of the
not set a probe temperature and
turkeys and roasts, we recommend food reaches 100°F., the changing
using the probe included in the touched the START pad.
internal temperature will be shown in
convection oven.
Place the shelf in the lowest the display.
position (A). Insert the probe
When the internal temperature of
into the food.
the food reaches the number you
Plug the probe into the outlet in have set, the probe and the oven
the oven. Make sure it is pushed turn off and the oven control
all the way in. Close the oven door. signals. To stop the signal, touch
the CLEAR/OFF pad. Use hot pads
Touch the CONVECTION ROAST
to remove the probe from the
pad.
food. Do not use tongs to pull
Touch the number pads to set the on it—they might damage it.
desired oven temperature.
CAUTION: To prevent possible burns, do
Touch the PROBE pad. not unplug the probe from the oven outlet
until the oven has cooled. Do not store the
Touch the number pads to set the probe in the oven.
desired internal food temperature.
To change the oven temperature
during the Convection Roast
cycle, touch the CONVECTION
ROAST pad and then touch the
number pads to set the new
desired temperature.
Touch the START pad.
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Convection Roasting Guide
Meats Minutes/Lb. Oven Temp. Internal Temp.
Beef Rib (3 to 5 lbs.) Rare† 20–24 325°F. 140°F.
Medium 24–28 325°F. 160°F.
Well 28–32 325°F. 170°F.
Boneless Rib, Top Sirloin Rare† 20–24 325°F. 140°F.
Medium 24–28 325°F. 160°F.
Well 28–32 325°F. 170°F.
Beef Tenderloin Rare† 10–14 325°F. 140°F.
Medium 14–18 325°F. 160°F.
Pot Roast (21⁄2 to 3 lbs.) chuck, rump 35–45 300°F. 170°F.
Pork Bone-in (3 to 5 lbs.) 23–27 325°F. 170°F.
Boneless (3 to 5 lbs.) 23–27 325°F. 170°F.
Pork Chops (1/2 to 1″ thick) 2 chops 30–35 total 325°F. 170°F.
4 chops 35–40 total 325°F. 170°F.
6 chops 40–45 total 325°F. 170°F.
Ham Canned (3 lbs. fully cooked) 14–18 325°F. 140°F.
Butt (5 lbs. fully cooked) 14–18 325°F. 140°F.
Shank (5 lbs. fully cooked) 14–18 325°F. 140°F.
Lamb Bone-in (3 to 5 lbs.) Medium 17–20 325°F. 160°F.
Well 20–24 325°F. 170°F.
Boneless (3 to 5 lbs.) Medium 17–20 325°F. 160°F.
Well 20–24 325°F. 170°F.
Seafood Fish, whole (3 to 5 lbs.) 30–40 total 400°F.
Lobster Tails (6 to 8 oz. each) 20–25 total 350°F.
Poultry Whole Chicken (21⁄2 to 31⁄2 lbs.) 24–26 350°F. 180°–185°F.
Cornish Hens Unstuffed (1 to 11⁄2 lbs.) 50–55 total 350°F. 180°–185°F.
Cornish Hens Stuffed (1 to 11⁄2 lbs.) 55–60 total 350°F. 180°–185°F.
Duckling (4 to 5 lbs.) 24–26 325°F. 180°–185°F.
Turkey, whole*
Unstuffed (10 to 16 lbs.) 8–11 325°F. 180°–185°F.
Unstuffed (18 to 24 lbs.) 7–10 325°F. 180°–185°F.
Turkey Breast (4 to 6 lbs.) 16–19 325°F. 170°F.
* Stuffed birds generally require 30–45 minutes additional roasting time. Shield legs and breast with foil to prevent over-
browning and drying of skin.
† The U.S. Department of Agriculture says “Rare beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F. means
some food poisoning organisms may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June 1985.)
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Using the timed features for convection baking. (on some models)
The oven will turn on immediately and cook for a selected length of time. At the end of the cooking time the
oven will turn off automatically.
You will hear a fan while cooking with this feature. The fan will stop when the door is opened but the heat
will not turn off.
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. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.
How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop
Touch the CONVECTION BAKE pad. The display shows the oven temperature
that you set and the cooking time
Touch the number pads to set the
countdown. The display starts changing
desired oven temperature.
once the temperature reaches 100°F.
Touch the COOKING TIME pad.
At the end of timed convection
bake the oven will turn off. The
NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating, end of cycle tone will sound.
you may need to add additional time to Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad to clear
the length of the cooking time. the display if necessary.
Touch the number pads to set the Remove the food from the oven.
desired length of cooking time. Remember, foods that are left in
The minimum cooking time you the oven continue cooking after
can set is 1 minute. the controls are off.
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You can set the oven control to delay-start the oven, cook for a specific length of time and then turn off
automatically.
Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day.
How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop
Touch the CONVECTION BAKE pad. When the oven turns on at the time of
day you have set, the display will show
Touch the number pads to set the
the changing temperature (starting at
desired oven temperature.
100°F.) and the cooking time
Touch the COOKING TIME pad. countdown.
At the end of timed convection bake
NOTE: If your recipe requires preheating, you the oven will turn off. The end of cycle
may need to add additional time to the length tone will sound.
of the cooking time.
Touch the number pads to set the Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad to clear
desired cooking time. the display if necessary. When
baking is finished, remove the
Touch the DELAY START pad. food from the oven. Remember,
even though the oven shuts off
Touch the number pads to set the automatically, foods continue
time of day you want the oven to cooking after the controls
turn on and start cooking. are off.
If you would like to check the times
you have set, touch the DELAY
START pad to check the start time
you have set or touch the COOKING
TIME pad to check the length of
cooking time you have set.
Touch the START pad.
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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).
If you decrease the fat, the recipe may not give the same results as with a higher fat product.
Recipe failure can result if cakes, pies, pastries, cookies or candies are made with low fat spreads.
The lower the fat content of a spread product, the more noticeable these differences become.
For Best Results
Federal standards require products
labeled “margarine” to contain at least
80% fat by weight.
Low fat spreads, on the other hand,
contain less fat and more water. The
high moisture content of these spreads
affects the texture and flavor of baked
goods.
For best results with your old favorite
recipes, use margarine, butter or stick
spreads containing at least 70%
vegetable oil.
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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.
Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your
oven. These thermometers may vary 20–40 degrees.
NOTE: This adjustment will not affect the broiling or the self-cleaning (on some models) temperatures.
The adjustment will be retained in memory after a power failure.
How to Adjust the Thermostat On Models With Pads Only
Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI/LO When you have made the
pads at the same time for 3 seconds adjustment, touch the START pad
until the display shows SF. to go back to the time of day
display. Use your oven as you
Touch the BAKE pad. A two digit
would normally.
number shows in the display.
NOTE: On convection models, the thermostat
Touch BAKE once to decrease (-)
adjustment for Baking will also affect
the oven temperature, or twice to
Convection Baking or Convection Roasting.
increase (+).
The oven temperature can be
adjusted up as much as 35°F. or
down as much as 35°F.
To adjust the temperature on
models with number pads, touch
the number pads the same way you
read them. For example, to
change the oven temperature
15°F., touch 1 and 5.
To adjust the temperature on
models with + and – pads, touch
the INCREASE pad to increase the
temperature in 1 degree
increments.
Touch the DECREASE pad to
decrease the temperature in
1 degree increments.
How to Adjust the Thermostat On Models With Pads and a Control Knob
Put the Oven Control knob in the If the oven adjustment is set cooler
OFF position. than the factory setting a minus sign
(–) and the adjusted temperature will
Press and hold the HOUR +/– pads
appear in the display.
for 5 seconds until the display
changes. Wait several seconds for the
control to automatically set and
Before display changes back, press
return to its previous setting.
the HOUR +/– pads to increase or
decrease the temperature in
5 degree increments.
The oven temperature can be adjusted
as much as 35°F. or down as much as
35°F.
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Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!
Pull the OVEN CONTROL knob off the shaft, look at the back of the knob and note the current setting before
making any adjustment. The knob is factory set with the top screw directly under the pointer.
How To Adjust the Thermostat On Models With Only A Control Knob
Pull off the OVEN CONTROL knob.
Loosen both screws on back of
the knob.
Hold both parts of the knob as
shown in the illustration of the
back of the OVEN CONTROL knob
Back of the OVEN CONTROL knob. and turn so the lower screw moves
Lower screw moves toward hotter in the desired direction. You will
or cooler. hear and feel the notches as you
turn the knob. Each notch
changes temperature about 10° F.
Tighten the screws.
Return the OVEN CONTROL knob
to the oven.
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Using the self-cleaning oven. (on some models)
We recommend venting your kitchen with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood during the
first self-clean cycle.
Before a Clean Cycle
Remove the shelves, broiler pan, Do not clean the gasket. The fiberglass
broiler grid, probe (on some models), material of the oven door gasket cannot
all cookware and any aluminum foil withstand abrasion. It is essential for
from the oven. the gasket to remain intact. If you
notice it becoming worn or frayed,
The oven shelves and convection
replace it.
roasting rack (on some models)can be
self-cleaned, but they will darken, lose Wipe up any heavy spillovers on the
their luster and become hard to slide. oven bottom.
Soil on the front frame of the range Make sure the oven light bulb cover is
and outside the gasket on the door in place and the oven light is off.
will need to be cleaned by hand. Clean
IMPORTANT: The health of some birds
these areas with hot water, soap-filled
is extremely sensitive to the fumes
steel-wool pads or cleansers such a
given off during the self-cleaning cycle
Soft Scrub®. Rinse well with clean
of any range. Move birds to another
water and dry.
well ventilated room.
How to Set the Oven for Cleaning For Models With Pads Only
The oven door must be closed and all controls On models without a latch the door
set correctly for the cycle to work properly. locks automatically. The display will
On models with a latch, move it into the show the clean time remaining. It will
locked position. not be possible to open the oven door
until the temperature drops below the
Touch the SELF CLEAN pad.
lock temperature and the LOCKED
Using the number pads or the DOOR light goes off.
+ or – pads (depending on your
When the LOCKED DOOR light is off,
model), enter the desired clean
open the door.
time, if a time other than 4 hours,
30 minutes is needed. The oven shuts off automatically when
the clean cycle is complete.
Clean cycle time is normally
4 hours, 30 minutes. You can ■ The words LOCK DOOR will flash and
change the clean time to any time the oven control will signal if you set
between 3 hours and 5 hours, the clean cycle and forget to close
depending on how dirty your the oven door.
oven is.
■ To stop a clean cycle, touch the
Touch the START pad. CLEAR/OFF pad. When the LOCKED
DOOR light goes off indicating the
oven has cooled below the locking
temperature, unlatch the door (on
some models) and open the door.
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Using the self-cleaning oven. (on some models)
How to Set the Oven for Cleaning On Models With a Control Knob
Latch the door.
Never force the latch handle. Forcing
the handle will damage the door lock
mechanism.
Turn the Oven Control knob
to CLEAN.
Clean cycle time is normally 4 hours.
You can change the clean time to
between 3 hours and 5 hours,
59 minutes by using the HOUR and
MIN. pads.
When the CLEAN light flashes, slide the
latch handle to the left, and turn the
Oven Control knob to OFF.
To stop a clean cycle, turn the Oven
Control knob to OFF. Wait until the
oven has cooled and unlatch the door.
How to Delay the Start of Cleaning For Models With Pads Only
The oven door must be closed and all controls The door locks automatically. The
set correctly for the cycle to work properly. display will show the start time. It will
not be possible to open the oven door
Make sure the clock shows the correct
until the temperature drops below the
time of day.
lock temperature and the LOCKED
Touch the SELF CLEAN pad. DOOR light goes off.
Using the number pads or the When the LOCKED DOOR light is off,
+ or – pads (depending on your open the door.
model), enter the desired clean
time.
Touch the DELAY START pad. The
earliest start time you can set will
appear in the display.
Using the number pads or the
+ or – pads (depending on your
model), enter the time of day you
want the clean cycle to start.
Touch the START pad.
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How to Delay the Start of Cleaning
For Models with a Control Knob and Pads
Make sure the clock shows the correct
time of day.
Latch the door.
Never force the latch handle. Forcing
the handle will damage the door lock
mechanism.
Turn the Oven Control knob
to CLEAN.
Press the START TIME ON/OFF pad.
Press the HOUR and MIN. pads to
set the time cleaning will start.
When the CLEAN light flashes, slide
the latch handle to the left as far as it
will go and turn the Oven Control
knob to OFF.
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Care and cleaning of the range.
Be sure all controls are 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 properly when the range is replaced. Failure to
take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury.
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Stainless Steel
Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch For hard to clean soil use a standard
the surface. stainless steel cleaner such as Bon-Ami®,
Cameo® or Bar Keepers Friend®. Soils
Clean with hot soapy water. Rinse and
can also be soaked several hours with
dry.
wet towels. Apply cleaner with a damp
If food soil remains, try a general sponge, rinse thoroughly and dry.
kitchen cleaner, such as Fantastik®, Always scrub lightly in the direction
Simple Green® or Formula 409®. of the grain.
After cleaning, use a stainless steel polish
such as Stainless Steel Magic ®.
Control Panel
■ Clean up splatters with a damp cloth. ■ Remove heavier soil with warm
soapy water.
■ You may also use a glass cleaner.
■ Do not use abrasives of any kind.
Oven Vent
On models with glass cooktops, the oven vent It is normal for steam to come out of
is located behind the right rear surface unit. the vent and moisture may collect
underneath it when the oven is in use.
On models with coil cooktops, the oven is
vented through an opening under the right The vent is important for proper air circulation.
rear surface unit. Never block this vent.
This area could become hot during
oven use
Painted Surfaces
Painted surfaces include the sides of Do not use commercial oven cleaners,
the range and the door, top of control cleaning powders, steel wool or harsh
panel and the drawer front. Clean abrasives on any painted surface.
these with soap and water or a vinegar
and water solution.
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Care and cleaning of the range.
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Lift-Off Oven Door (on some models)
The oven door is removable for easier To clean the outside of the door:
access to the light bulb.
■ Use soap and water to thoroughly
Do not lift the door by the handle. clean the top, sides and front of the
oven door. Rinse well. You may also
To remove the door, open it to the broil
use a glass cleaner to clean the glass
stop position. Grasp firmly on each
on the outside of the door. Do not
side and lift the door straight up and
let water drip into the vent openings.
off the hinges.
■ Spillage of marinades, fruit juices,
Lift the door straight up and off Do not place hands between the hinge and
tomato sauces and basting materials
the hinges. the oven door frame.
containing acids may cause
To replace the door, make sure the discoloration and should be wiped
hinges are in the broil stop position. up immediately. When surface is
Position the slots in the bottom of the cool, clean and rinse.
door squarely over the hinges and
■ Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning
slowly lower it over both hinges.
powders or harsh abrasives on the
To clean the inside of the door: outside of the door.
■ Soap and water will normally do the
job. Heavy spattering or spillovers
may require cleaning with a mild
abrasive cleaner. Soapy, wet metal
pads may also be used.
Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or
acid content (such as tomatoes, sauerkraut,
fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on the
surface. They may cause a dull spot even
after cleaning.
■ If necessary, you may use an oven
cleaner. Follow the package
directions.
■ Clean the inside of the oven window
with a mild non-scratching cleaner
and a damp cloth.
Oven Shelves
Roasting rack (on some models) Clean the oven shelves and the NOTE: If your oven is self-cleaning, the
convection roasting rack (on some oven shelves and convection roasting
models) with an abrasive cleanser or rack (on some models) may be cleaned
steel wool. After cleaning, rinse the in the self-cleaning oven. However, the
Oven shelf shelves and rack with clean water shelves will darken in color, lose their
and dry with a clean cloth. luster and become hard to slide if
cleaned during the self-cleaning cycle.
To make the shelves slide more easily
Offset shelf (on some models) apply a small amount of vegetable oil
or cooking oil to a paper towel and
wipe the edges of the oven shelves with
the paper towel.
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Care and cleaning of the range.
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Storage Drawer Removal (on some models)
To remove the drawer: To replace the drawer:
Pull the drawer out until it stops. Place the drawer rails on the
guides.
Lift the front of the drawer until
Rail Stop guide the stops clear the guides. Push the drawer back until it stops.
Remove the drawer. Lift the front of the drawer and
push back until the stops clear the
guides.
Lower the front of the drawer and
push back until it closes.
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Lift-Up Cooktop (on some electric coil models only)
Some models have a cooktop that can After cleaning under the cooktop with
be lifted up for easier cleaning. hot, mild soapy water and a clean
cloth, lower the cooktop. Be careful
Clean the area under the cooktop often. Built-
not to pinch your fingers.
up soil, especially grease, may catch fire.
Porcelain enamel can chip. Handle porcelain
Remove the surface units. Grasp the
enameled cooktops carefully.
Be sure all surface units are turned cooktop and lift up.
off before raising the cooktop.
Adjacent cabinet Outside edge Anti-Tip Device (for kit number 342473)
or final location of bracket to
of range side be flush with Determine whether you will
panel left or right
side of range
WARNING: All ranges can anchor the bracket to the floor or
wall. Fasten the bracket securely
tip and injury could result. Install the
Anti-Tip device packed with the range. with the screws provided. The
Follow the installation instructions below. screws are self-drilling in wood,
Wall behind plywood, particle and chip board,
range
Tools needed: and most metal framing.
■ Phillips head screwdriver If attaching to masonry you can
■ 1 ⁄8″ open end or adjustable wrench
3 buy suitable screws and anchors at
Make sure leg leveler engages slot. hardware stores. Use a masonry
The bracket attaches to floor or wall drill to drill the required holes.
to hold either the right or left rear leg
leveler. If fastening to the floor, be Using the wrench, back out the
Bracket sure that the screws do not penetrate four leg levelers at least two turns.
Wall plate electrical wiring or plumbing. If this See the installation instructions
Screw must enter cannot be determined, use shorter for more leveling information
wood or metal. screws that will not penetrate through before positioning range.
flooring. Slide the range into place. Be sure
The bracket is packed inside the oven. the rear leg leveler fully engages
Attachment to wall.
Remove and follow the instructions the slot in the bracket.
below. If the range cannot be moved back
Decide whether the bracket will be far enough for the rear leg leveler
installed on the right or left side of to enter the bracket, move the
the range location. bracket forward as required and
attach to the floor in the new
If the bracket side of the range is location.
adjacent to a cabinet, place the
bracket against back wall and
cabinet.
If there is no adjacent cabinet,
determine where the location of
the range side (painted outside
panel) will be. Place the bracket
with its outside edge at this
location and against the back wall.
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Cleaning the glass cooktop. (on some models)
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 around the edge of the glass, 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.
Normal Cleaning
Use only a recommended cleaning Clean the surface with the
cream, such as Cerama Brite or another cleaning cream after each use.
cooktop cleaning cream, on the glass
Rub a few drops (less is better)
cooktop.
of the cleaning cream onto soiled
To maintain and protect the surface of area using a damp paper towel.
your new glass cooktop follow these Buff with a dry paper towel until
steps. all soil and cream are removed.
Before you use the cooktop for the
first time, clean it with cleaning
cream. This helps protect the top
and makes clean-up easier.
Special Care
Be sure to use a new sharp razor scraper. With the spill in a cool area, use a
Do not use a dull or nicked blade. dry paper towel to remove any
excess. Any spillover remaining
Sugary spillovers (such as jellies, fudge,
should be left until the surface of
candy syrups) or melted plastics can
the cooktop has cooled. Do not
cause pitting of the surface of your
continue to use the soiled surface
cooktop (not covered by the warranty)
unit until all of the spillover has
Using a razor scraper will not unless the spill is removed while still
damage the surface if the 30° been removed. Follow the steps
hot. Special care should be taken when
angle is maintained. under Heavy Burned-On Soil to
removing hot substances.
continue the cleaning process.
Turn off all surface units affected
NOTE: If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum,
by the spillover. Remove hot pans.
copper or enamel are allowed to boil dry, the
Wearing an oven mitt, hold the overlay may bond with the glass cooktop and
razor scraper at a 30° angle to the leave a black discoloration. This should be
cooktop. Scrape the hot spill to a removed immediately before heating again
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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.
Surface units do A fuse in your home may • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
not work properly be blown or the circuit
breaker tripped.
Cooktop controls • Check to see the correct control is set for the surface
improperly set. unit you are using.
Areas of discoloration Improper cookware • Marks from aluminum and copper pans as well as
on the cooktop being used. mineral deposits from water or food can be removed
with the cleaning cream.
Plastic melted Hot cooktop came into • See the Special Care information in the Cleaning the
to the surface contact with plastic placed glass cooktop section.
on the hot cooktop.
Pitting of the cooktop Hot sugar mixture spilled • Call a qualified technician for replacement.
on the cooktop.
Frequent cycling off Improper cookware • Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling.
and on of surface units being used.
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Before You Call For Service…
Troubleshooting Tips
The surface unit • Check to see the correct control is set for the surface
controls improperly set. unit you are using.
The drip pans are not set • With the controls off, check to make sure the drip
securely in the cooktop. pan is in the recess in the cooktop and that the
opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle.
Cooktop feels hot Large pans hold heat • Choose a pan that matches the size of the surface unit
close to the cooktop. you are using.
The oven vent is blocked. • Pans on the right rear surface unit block air flow
from the oven vent and cause the cooktop to get hot.
Oven—All Models
Oven light does Light bulb is loose or • Tighten or replace the bulb.
not work defective.
On some models, • Call for service.
the switch operating
light is broken.
Oven will not work Plug on range is not • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live,
completely inserted in properly grounded outlet.
the electrical outlet.
A fuse in your home may • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
be blown or the circuit
breaker tripped.
Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the oven section.
Food does not bake Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the oven section.
or roast properly
Shelf position is incorrect • See the Using the oven section.
or the shelf is not level.
Incorrect cookware or • See the Using the oven section.
cookware of improper
size being used.
Oven thermostat needs • See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!
adjustment. section.
Oven door is crooked The door is out of position. • Because the oven door is removable, it sometimes
(on some models) gets out of position during installation. To straighten
the door, push down on the high corner.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Food does not Oven controls improperly set. • On models with touch pad controls, make sure you
broil properly touch the BROIL HI/LO pad.
• On models with a control knob, make sure you turn
the control knob all the way to the BROIL position.
Door not open to the broil • See the Using the oven section.
stop position as recommended.
Improper shelf position • See the Broiling Guide.
being used.
Cookware not suited • Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your
for broiling. range.
On models with a probe, • Unplug and remove the probe from the oven.
the probe is plugged into
the outlet in the oven.
Aluminum foil used on the • See the Using the oven section.
the broiling pan and grid has
not been fitted properly and
slit as recommended.
In some areas the power • Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes.
(voltage) may be low.
• Broil for the longest period of time recommended in
the Broiling Guide.
Oven temperature Oven thermostat • See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!
too hot or too cold needs adjustment. section.
Storage drawer Rear drawer support is • Reposition the drawer. See the Storage Drawer
is crooked on top of the guide rail. Removal instructions in the Care and cleaning of your
range section.
Storage drawer Power cord may be • Reposition the drawer and power cord. See the
won’t close obstructing drawer Storage Drawer Removal instructions in the Care and
in the lower back cleaning of your range section.
of the range.
Rear drawer support is Reposition the drawer. See the Storage Drawer
on top of the guide rail. Removal instructions in the Care and cleaning of your
range section.
Clock and timer Plug on range is not • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a
do not work completely inserted in live, properly grounded outlet.
(on some models) the electrical outlet.
A fuse in your home • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
may be blown or the
circuit breaker tripped.
Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the clock and timer section.
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Before You Call For Service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Excessive smoking Excessive soil. • Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Open the windows to
during a clean cycle rid the room of smoke. Wait until the LOCKED DOOR
light goes off. Wipe up the excess soil and reset the
clean cycle.
Oven door will not open Oven too hot. • Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature.
after a clean cycle
Oven not clean after a Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the self-cleaning oven section.
clean cycle
Oven was heavily soiled. • Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean
cycle. Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean
again or for a longer period of time.
“LOCK DOOR” flashes The self-clean cycle has been • Close the oven door.
in the display selected but the door is not
closed.
LOCKED DOOR light The oven door is locked • Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Allow the oven to cool.
is on when you want because the temperature
to cook inside the oven has not
dropped below the
locking temperature.
“F–and a number You have a function • Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Put the oven back into
or letter” flash error code. operation.
in the display
If the function code repeats. • Disconnect all power to the range for at least
30 seconds and then reconnect power. If the
function error code repeats, call for service.
Control signals after You forgot to enter a • Touch the BAKE pad and desired temperature or
entering cooking time bake temperature or the SELF CLEAN pad and desired clean time.
or start time cleaning time.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
On Some Models
Display goes blank A fuse in your home may • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
be blown or the circuit
breaker tripped.
The clock is in the • See the Special features of your oven control section.
black-out mode.
Unable to get the Oven control pads were • The BAKE and BROIL HI/LO pads must be touched at
display to show “SF” not touched properly. the same time and held for 3 seconds.
Power outage, Power outage or surge. • Reset the clock. If the oven was in use, you must reset
clock flashes it by touching the CLEAR/OFF pad, setting the clock
and resetting any cooking function.
Steam from the vent When using the convection • This is normal.
feature, it is normal to see
steam coming out of the oven
vent. As the number of shelves
or amount of food being
cooked increases, the amount
of visible steam will increase.
“Burning” or “oily” This is normal in a new oven • To speed the process, set a self-clean cycle for a
odor emitting from and will disappear in time. minimum of 3 hours. See the Using the self-cleaning
the vent oven section.
Fan noise A cooling fan or a convection • This is normal. The cooling fan will turn off and on.
fan (depending on the The convection fan will run until the function is
function you are using) may over or the door is opened.
automatically turn on and off
to cool internal parts.
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Technical information.
Model Rated Voltage Rated Freq. Rated Input Class of Rated Operation
V Hz kw Insulation Time Min.
JB940
JB960
JB970
JBP19
JBP21
JBP22
JBP24
JBP26
JBP30
JBP35
JBP48
JBP60
JBP61
JBP63
JBP64
JBP66
JBP78
JBP79
JBS02
JBS03
JBS05
JBS07
JBS23
JBS26
JBS27
LEB116
LEB131
RB502
RB525
RB526
RB533
RB536
RB557
RB753
RB757
RB787