GE APPLIANCES JGBS66REKSS 30 Free Standing Gas Range Owner’s Manual

GE APPLIANCES JGBS66REKSS 30 Free Standing Gas Range

Product Information

The product is a single-range oven that operates on gas.

Usage Instructions
Before using the appliance, it is important to read and understand all safety instructions provided in the user manual. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire, electrical shock, serious injury, or even death.

Important Safety Information

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• If you smell gas, do not try to light any appliance, touch any electrical switch, or use any phone in your building. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone and follow their instructions. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
• Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier.

Anti-Tip Device

• For safety purposes, the range must be secured by a properly installed anti-tip bracket to reduce the risk of tipping. The installation instructions for the bracket are included with the product. Before attempting to install the bracket, make sure to read and understand the instructions thoroughly.
• For free-standing and slide-in ranges, check if the bracket is installed and engaged properly by looking underneath the range to see that the rear leveling leg is engaged in the bracket. On some models, the storage drawer or kick panel can be removed for easy inspection. If visual inspection is not possible, slide the range forward, confirm that the anti-tip bracket is securely attached to the floor or wall, and slide the range back so that the rear leveling leg is under the anti-tip bracket.
• If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason, always repeat the procedure mentioned above to verify that the range is properly secured by the anti-tip bracket.
• For more detailed information, troubleshooting tips, limited warranty, accessories, or consumer support, please refer to the user manual provided with the product.

Write the model and serial numbers here:

• Model # _________________
• Serial # _________________

You can find the rating label on the front behind the range drawer.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING
Read all safety instructions before using the product. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire, electrical shock, serious injury or death.

WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, personal injury or death.

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
  • Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

ANTI-TIP DEVICE

WARNING

Tip-Over Hazard

• A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
• Install the anti-tip bracket to the wall or floor.
• Engage the range to the anti-tip bracket by sliding the range back such that the foot is engaged.
• Re-engage the anti-tip bracket if the range is moved.
• Failure to do so can result in death or serious burns to children or adults.

To reduce the risk of tipping the range, the range must be secured by a properly installed anti-tip bracket. See installation instructions shipped with the bracket for complete details before attempting to install.

For Free-Standing and Slide-In Ranges

• To check if the bracket is installed and engaged properly, look underneath the range to see that the rear leveling leg is engaged in the bracket. On some models, the storage drawer or kick panel can be removed for easy inspection. If visual inspection is not possible, slide the range forward, confirm the anti-tip bracket is securely attached to the floor or wall, and slide the range back so the rear leveling leg is under the anti-tip bracket.
• If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason, always repeat this procedure to verify the range is properly secured by the anti-tip bracket.
• Never completely remove the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the anti-tip device properly.

 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the oven.

• Use this appliance for its intended purpose as described in this owner’s manual.
• Have your range installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the provided installation instructions.
• Any adjustment and service should be performed only by a qualified gas range installer or service technician. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual.
• Your range is shipped from the factory set for use with natural gas. It can be converted for use with propane gas. If required, these adjustments must be made by a qualified technician in accordance with the installation instructions and local codes. The agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion.
• Have the installer show you the location of the range gas shut-off valve and how to turn it off if necessary.
• Plug your range into a 120-volt grounded outlet only. Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug. If in doubt about the grounding of the home electrical system, it is your responsibility and obligation to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly grounded, three prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
• Before performing any service, unplug the range or disconnect the power supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker.
• Be sure all packing materials are removed from the range before operating to prevent ignition of these materials.
• Avoid scratching or impacting glass doors, cooktops, or control panels. Doing so may lead to glass breakage. Do not cook on a product with broken glass. Shock, fire, or cuts may occur.
• Do not leave children alone or unattended in an area where an appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to climb, sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

CAUTION
Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above an oven – children climbing on the oven to reach items could be seriously injured.

• Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They provide the air inlets and outlets 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 warming drawer, lower oven drawer or kick panel.
• Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holders touch surface burners, burner grate, or oven heating element. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of pot holders.
• Do not touch the heating elements or the interior surface of the oven. These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact any interior area of the oven; allow sufficient time for cooling first. Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to cause burns. Potentially hot surfaces include the burners, grates, oven vent opening, surfaces near the opening, and crevices around the oven door.
• Do not heat unopened food containers. Pressure could build up and the container could burst, causing an injury.
• Cook food thoroughly to help protect against foodborne illness. Minimum safe food temperature recommendations can be found at IsItDoneYet.gov and fsis.usda.gov. Use a food thermometer to take food temperatures and check several locations.
• Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the oven door, drawer or cooktop. They could damage the range or tip it over causing severe injury or death.

WARNING

KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE RANGE
Failure to do so may result in fire or personal injury.

• Do not store or use flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop, including paper, plastic, pot holders, linens, wall coverings, curtains, drapes and gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids.
• Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance. These garments may ignite if they contact hot surfaces causing severe burns.
• Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range. Grease in the oven or on the cooktop may ignite.

WARNING
IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS TO PREVENT INJURY AND FIRE SPREADING.

• Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.
• If there is a fire in the oven during baking, smother the fire by closing the oven door and turning the oven off or by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.
• If there is a fire in the oven during self-clean, turn the oven off and wait for the fire to go out. Do not force the door open. Introduction of fresh air at selfclean temperatures may lead to a burst of flame from the oven. Failure to follow this instruction may result in severe burns.

WARNING
COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING
NEVER Operate the Top Surface Cooking Section of this Appliance Unattended.

• Failure to follow this warning statement could result in fire, explosion, or burn hazard that could cause property damage, personal injury, or death.
• If a fire should occur, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your fire department. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO EXTINGUISH AN OIL/GREASE FIRE WITH WATER.
• Never leave the surface burners unattended at medium or high heat settings. Foods, especially oily foods, may ignite resulting in fire that could spread to surrounding cabinets.
• Never leave oil unattended while frying. If allowed to heat beyond its smoking point, oil may ignite resulting in fire that may spread to surrounding cabinets. Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to monitor oil temperature.
• To avoid oil spillover and fire, use the minimum amount of oil when using a shallow pan-frying and avoid cooking frozen foods with excessive amounts of ice.
• Use proper pan size and avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware that is matched to the size of the burner. Burner flames should be adjusted so that they do not extend beyond the bottom of the pan. Excessive flame may be hazardous.
• Always use the LITE position when igniting the top burners and make sure the burners have ignited.
• When using glass/ceramic cookware, make sure it is suitable for cooktop service; others may break because of sudden change in temperature.
• To minimize the possibility of burns, ignition of flammable materials and spillage, the handle of a container should be turned toward the center of the range without extending over nearby burners.
• Do not use a wok with a round metal support ring. The ring may trap heat and block air to the burner resulting in a carbon monoxide hazard.
• Do not attempt to lift the cooktop. Doing so may damage the gas tubing to the surface burners resulting in a gas leak and risk of fire.
• When disabling Lock Control (on some models), make sure the surface controls are set to the OFF position. This will prevent unintended gas flow from the burners.
• Do not use aluminum foil to cover the grates or line any part of the cooktop. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning, overheating of the cooktop surfaces, or a potential fire hazard.

WARNING

SELF-CLEANING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The self-cleaning feature operates the oven at temperatures high enough to burn away food soils in the oven. Follow these instructions for safe operation.

• Do not touch oven surfaces during self-clean operation. Keep children away from the oven during self-cleaning. Failure to follow these instructions may cause burns.
• Before operating the self-clean cycle, remove pans, shiny metal oven racks, and other utensils from the oven. Only porcelain-coated oven racks may be left in the oven.
• Before operating the self-clean cycle, wipe grease and food soils from the oven. Excessive amount of grease may ignite leading to smoke damage to your home.
• If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn the oven off and disconnect the power supply. Have it serviced by a qualified technician.
• Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.
• Do not clean the door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.
• IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning cycle of any range. Move birds to another well-ventilated room.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR APPLIANCE
Dispose of or recycle your appliance in accordance with Federal and Local Regulations. Contact your local authorities for the environmentally safe disposal or recycling of your appliance.

How to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape

• Carefully grasp a corner of the protective shipping film with your fingers and slowly peel it from the appliance surface. Do not use any sharp items to remove the film. Remove all of the film before using the appliance for the first time.
• To assure no damage is done to the finish of the product, the safest way to remove the adhesive from packaging tape on new appliances is an application of a household liquid dishwashing detergent. Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak.

NOTE: The adhesive must be removed from all parts. It cannot be removed if it is baked on.

Consider recycling options for your appliance packaging material.

In Case of a Power Failure
In the event of a power failure, the oven is inoperable and no attempt should be made to operate it. However, the surface burners may be lit with a match. Using extreme caution, hold a lit match near the ports beneath the surface burner cap, then slowly turn the knob to the LITE position. Once lit, surface burners will continue to operate normally.

Surface Burners

Lighting a Surface Burner

WARNING
Burners should be operated only when covered by cookware. Burner flames not covered by cookware present a risk of fire or clothing ignition. Never let flames extend beyond the sides of the cookware. Failure to comply may result in serious injury. Make sure all burners are in their correct locations and fully assembled before attempting to operate any burner. Select a burner and find its control knob. Push the knob in and turn it to the LITE position.

You will hear a clicking noise—the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner. When one burner is turned to LITE, all burners will spark. Sparking will continue as long as the knob remains at LITE. Once gas is ignited, turn the knob to adjust the flame size.

Selecting a Flame Size
Watch the flame, not the knob, as you adjust heat. When rapid heating is desired, the flame size should match the size of the cookware you are using. Flames larger than the bottom of the cookware will not heat faster and may be hazardous.

Using the Surface Burners

NOTES:

• Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may discolor or chip without cookware to absorb the heat.
• Do not attempt to disassemble any burner while another burner is on. Damage to the product may occur.
• Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you place your hand, a pot holder or cleaning materials on them.

Your rangetop offers convenience, cleanability and flexibility for a wide range of cooking applications. The smallest burner is the simmer burner. A simmer burner turned down to LO provides precise cooking performance for foods such as delicate sauces that require low heat for a long cooking time.

Types of Surface Burners

Top-of-Range Cookware

• Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is recommended because it heats quickly and evenly. Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet. Use saucepans with tight-fitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water.
• Stainless Steel: This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper, aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution. Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat or as the manufacturer recommends.
• Cast-Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will give satisfactory results.
• Enamelware: Under some conditions, the enamel of some cookware may melt. Follow the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations for cooking methods.
• Glass: There are two types of glass cookware—those for oven use only and those for top-of-range cooking (saucepans, coffee and teapots). Glass conducts heat very slowly.
• Heatproof Glass Ceramic: Can be used for either surface or oven cooking. It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly. Check the cookware manufacturer’s directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges.

Stove Top Grills
Do not use an after-market stove top grill on your gas surface burners. A stove top grill will cause incomplete combustion resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable standards. This could be hazardous to your health.

Using a Wok

• Use only a flat-bottomed wok with a diameter of 14 inches or less. Make sure the wok bottom sits flat on the grate.
• Do not use a wok support ring. Placing the ring over the burner or grate may cause the burner to work improperly, resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable standards. This could be hazardous to your health.

Griddle

Griddle (on some models)

WARNING Fire Hazard

• Use care when cooking greasy foods. Spilled grease may result in fire.
• Never place any items on the griddle when it is not in use. Heat from surrounding burners can heat the griddle and may result in fire.
• Place and remove the griddle only when griddle is cool and all surface burners are turned OFF.

Positioning Your Griddle
The nonstick aluminum griddle (on some models) can only be used over the center burner of the rangetop. To position the griddle, remove the center grate (if present), and replace it with the griddle. Do not turn on the center burner until you are certain the griddle has been positioned correctly.

Preheating Your Griddle
If your center burner is a single oval burner, preheat your griddle for 2-5 minutes on Hi before placing food on the griddle. If your center burner is a dual oval burner, preheat your griddle for 5-10 minutes on Hi before placing food on the griddle. Once the griddle is preheated, turn the heat down to the cook setting outlined in the table corresponding to your griddle. To determine the type of burner you have, see the Types of Surface Burners section.

Using Your Nonstick Aluminum Griddle (on some models)
Your griddle provides an extra-large cooking surface for meats, pancakes, and other foods usually prepared in a skillet. Before first use, rinse with hot water and dry thoroughly.

Griddle Precautions:

• Do not use oil on the griddle for extended lengths of time. Permanent staining and/or craze lines on the surface could result.
• Do not overheat the griddle. Leaving the griddle burner on at Hi for an extended amount of time without food can damage the nonstick coating.
• Use only plastic, nylon, wooden utensils, or SilverStone® kitchen tools to prevent marring of the coating.
• Never use knives or cut food on the griddle.
• Do not use metal utensils with sharp points or rough, sharp edges which might damage the griddle surface.
• Store carefully to prevent scratching.
• Do not place the griddle in a microwave oven.
• If something has spilled under the griddle, it should be cleaned up as soon as possible to prevent “baked on” food soil.
• Do not allow grease to accumulate under the griddle as it can be a fire hazard. Clean under the griddle with hot, soapy water as soon as it is cool.
• Do not clean your griddle in the dishwasher.
• Do not clean the griddle in the self-cleaning oven. Doing so will damage the nonstick coating. For instructions on how to clean the griddle, see the Cleaning the Cooktop section of this manual.

Nonstick Aluminum Griddle

Type of Food	Cook Setting
Bacon	Med
Breakfast Sausage Links	Med
Fried Eggs	Lo
Hamburgers	Med-Hi
Hot Sandwiches (such as Grilled Cheese)	Med
Pancakes	Med-Lo
Warming Tortillas	Med-Lo

Oven Controls

Non Convection

Convection

1. Convection Bake (on some models): Convection cooking uses increased air circulation to improve performance when baking on multiple racks. See the Cooking Modes section for more information.
2. Traditional Cooking Modes: Your oven has the following traditional cooking modes: Bake, Broil Hi, and Broil Lo. See the Cooking Modes section for more information.
3. Clean (on some models): There are two cleaning modes: Self Clean and Steam Clean. See the Cleaning the Oven section for important information about using these modes.
4. Start: Must be pressed to start any cooking, cleaning, or timed function.
5. Cancel/Off: Cancels ALL oven operations except the clock and timer.
6. Cook Time: Counts down the cooking time and turn off the oven when the cooking time is complete. Program the desired cooking mode and temperature and press Start. Then, press the Cook Time pad and use the number pads to program a cooking time in hours and minutes. Then, press Start again. This can only be used with Traditional Bake and Convection Bake.
7. Clock: Sets the oven clock time and clock display (on some models). To set the clock display (on/off), press the Set Clock pad (on some models) once. If your model does not have a Set Clock pad, see the Special Features section for instructions on how to adjust the clock display. To set the clock time, press both the + and – pads and hold for 3 seconds or press the Set Clock pad until the display is flashing. Use the + and – pads to adjust the clock. Press Start to save the time.
8. Timer: Works as a countdown timer. Press the Timer pad and the + and – pads to program the time in hours and minutes. Press the Start pad. The oven will continue to operate when the timer countdown is complete. To turn the timer off, press the Timer pad.
9. Delay Time: Delays when the oven will turn on. Use this to set a time when you want the oven to start. Press the Delay Time pad, and use the + and – pads to program the time of day for the oven to turn on. Then press the desired cooking mode pad, use the + and – pads to adjust the temperature, then press Start. After Start has been pressed, a cook time may also be programmed if desired. Once the Delay Time has been programmed, the start time set for the oven will be displayed until that time is reached. Then, either the cook time (if programmed) or the temperature will be displayed. Delay Time can only be used with Traditional Bake, Convection Bake, and the Clean modes (on some models).
   NOTE: When using the delay time feature, foods that spoil easily—such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry, and pork—should not be allowed to sit at room temperature for more than 1 hour before or after cooking, as this may promote the growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure that the oven light is off, because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.
10. Oven Light (on some models): Turns the oven light on or off.
11. Lock Controls (on some models): Locks out the control so that pressing the pads does not activate the controls. Press and both the + and -pads and hold for 3 seconds to lock or unlock the control. Cancel/Off is always active, even when the control is locked.
12. Automatic Oven: Light turns on when Cook Time or Delay Time and Bake are selected.

Special Features

There are several different special features on your range. To change the settings of these special features:

• Press the Bake and Broil pads at the same time and hold for three seconds.
• “SF” will appear in the display.
• For instructions on how to select different features, refer to the section below that corresponds to the special feature of interest.
• When the change has been made, press the Start key to save the change and exit the special features menu.

Adjust the Oven Temperature
This feature allows the oven baking temperature to be adjusted up to 35ºF hotter or down to 35ºF cooler. Use this feature if you believe your oven temperature is too hot or too cold and wish to change it. This adjustment affects every cooking mode except broil. After entering the special features menu, press the Bake pad to enter the temperature adjustment mode. A number between 35 and – 35 will display. Use the + or – pads to set the desired temperature adjustment. Press the Start pad to save the temperature adjustment.

12-Hour Auto Shut-Off
12-hour auto shut-off turns off the oven after 12 hours of continuous operation. The 12-hour auto shut-off may be “on” or “oFF.”. Enter into the special features menu as outlined above and repeatedly press the Set Clock pad until the desired setting is displayed. If your model does not have a Set Clock pad, then repeatedly press the Cook Time pad until the desired setting is displayed. Press the Start pad to save the setting.

Clock Display (on some models)
This feature specifies if the time of day is displayed. The clock display may be “on” or “oFF.” If your model has a Set Clock pad, see the Oven Controls section for instructions on adjusting the display. If your model does not have a Set Clock pad, enter into the special features menu as outlined above. Press the Timer pad to see the current setting. Press the Timer pad again to change the setting. Press the Start pad to save the display setting.

Increment/Decrement Speed
A setting (i.e. temperature) may be rapidly adjusted by pressing and holding the + or – pad. To adjust the increment/decrement speed, enter into the special features menu as outlined above. Press the + pad to increase the speed or press the – pad to decrease the speed. Settings vary from 1 (slowest) to 5 (fastest). Press the Start pad to save the speed setting.

Sabbath Mode

Sabbath Mode – OU (Orthodox Union) and CRC (Central Rabbinical Congress)

If your range does not have the OU and CRC logo on the rating label as pictured (location may vary by model) follow the “Sabbath Mode – Standard” instructions in the following section, otherwise, your range offers an OU and CRC Sabbath mode that complies with standards set forth by Orthodox Union, the Central Rabbinical Congress, and Halacha Tech and is 100% certified to the highest halacha standards. In this mode the oven lights will remain on for the duration of use, oven tones will be disabled, pads apart from the cancel pad shall be disabled, and Enhanced Sabbath shall exit automatically based on user selection at the time of entry.

NOTE:
Ensure the oven clock is accurate before entering the mode. For proper Sabbath operation, the mode must be started within the 1-hour window before sunset.

Setting OU and CRC Sabbath (Default Schedule)

1. Press and hold the Bake and + pads for 3 seconds until “SAb” is displayed.
2. The default warm duration is 24 Hours, If the default duration is not desired, press the Timer On/Off pad to enter the Sabbath Warm Duration Selection menu. Scroll through the duration options using the + or – pads. Sabbath Warm has options of 24h, 48h, 72h, 4h, 8h, 12h.
3. Press Start pad. If Start pad is not pressed in 30 seconds, the unit will exit Sabbath setup.
4. Sabbath Warm cycle shall start, “SAb” shall continue to be displayed, and the oven will heat to a warming temperature.

NOTE:
For time options less than 24 hours, the unit will complete the Sabbath Warm function and transition to Sabbath Idle for the remainder of the 24-hour period. During Sabbath Idle the oven lights will remain on, oven tones will remain disabled, oven heating will be disabled, and the control will display “IdLE”. To account for the 1-hour window before sunset, the Sabbath exit will be extended by one hour.

OU and CRC Sabbath Plus Holiday Schedule

1. Press and hold the Bake and + pads for 3 seconds until “SAb” is displayed.
2. Scroll through the schedule options using the + or –pads. Select the desired schedule by pressing Start.

Example – Setting a Sabbath with two days of Holidays
Press and hold the Bake and + pads for 3 seconds until “SAb” is displayed. Press the + key until SHH is displayed on the control, then press the Start pad. Unit will now enter Sabbath Warm and display “SAb” on the control for the next 25 hours. Upon exiting the Sabbath Warm the Holiday schedule will be executed as described in the Holiday chart for the next 48 hours. Upon completion of the Holiday schedule the control will return to normal function.

Menu Options	Schedule Details
SAb (default)	24 hr + 1 hr Sabbath Warm
SH	24 hr + 1 hr Sabbath Warm 24 hr Holiday
SHH	24 hr + 1 hr Sabbath Warm 24 hr Holiday 24 hr Holiday
HS	24 hr Holiday 24 hr + 1 hr Sabbath Warm
HHS	24 hr Holiday 24 hr Holiday 24 hr + 1 hr Sabbath Warm

Holiday Schedule

	Start Time	End Time
Holiday Bake	Initial Time Entered (ITE)	ITE + 5 hrs or Midnight (whichever occurs first)
Holiday Warm	ITE + 5 hrs or Midnight (whichever occurs first)	8 AM
Holiday Bake	8 AM	12 Noon
Holiday Warm	12 Noon	Initial Time Entered

• Holiday Cycle Definition
  • Holiday Warm: “Hol” shall be displayed, and the oven will heat to a warming temperature.
  • Holiday Bake: “Hol” shall be displayed, the Bake LED shall be on, and the oven will heat to a baking temperature.
• Manual Stop Sabbath Mode
  Pressing the Cancel/Off pad will exit the Sabbath mode completely and return the range to normal function.
• Sabbath Mode Power Outage Note
  If a power outage occurs during the use of the Sabbath mode, the unit will return to Sabbath Warm for the remainder of the chosen schedule. If the power outage occurs during the Sabbath Idle mode, the unit will return to Sabbath Idle for the remainder of the chosen schedule. This mode does not account for the time elapsed during the power outage and will resume at the same point of the initial loss of power. Thus, OU and CRC Sabbath exit shall be delayed by the same amount as the power loss duration.
• Sabbath Mode – Standard*
  Only continuous baking or timed baking is allowed in the Sabbath mode. All tones are disabled in the Sabbath mode; however the oven light is not disabled, so the light should be removed to ensure it does not come on when the door is opened. While in standard Sabbath mode, the sensors will detect your actions but will not respond. The heating elements will cycle as they do while not in Sabbath mode. Please consult your local rabbi for additional guidance while using the range during Shabbos and/or holidays. Cooking in the Sabbath mode is a two-step process, first, the Sabbath mode must be set and then the bake mode must be set.
• Setting the Sabbath Mode
  Press the Bake and Broil pads at the same time and hold for three seconds. “SF” will appear in the display. Press the Set Clock pad until “SAb” appears in the display and then press Start. If your model does not have a Set Clock pad, then press the Cook Time pad until “SAb” appears in the display and then press Start. If “SAb” is not an option, try using the Sabbath Mode – OU and CRC instructions in the previous section. A single bracket “]” will appear in the display indicating that the Sabbath mode is set. Continuous bake or timed bake can now be set as outlined below.
• Start a Continuous Bake
  Press Bake, if a temperature other than 350F is desired then press the + or – pads to adjust the temperature in 25 degree increments, then press Start. After a delay, a second bracket “] [” will appear in the display indicating that the oven is baking.
• Adjusting the Temperature
  Press Bake, then press the + or – pads to adjust the temperature in 25 degree increments, then press Start. An oven thermometer can be used if some indication of temperature setting is desired.
• Start a Timed Bake
  Press Cook Time, then press the + or – pads to adjust the cook time in one minute increments. Press Bake, if a temperature other than 350F is desired then press the + or – pads to adjust the temperature in 25 degree increments, then press Start. After a delay, a second bracket “] [” will appear in the display indicating that the oven is baking. When the cook time expires the display will change back to a single bracket “]” indicating that the oven is no longer baking.
• Exit the Sabbath Mode
  Exiting the Sabbath mode should be done after the Sabbath is over. Press Cancel/Off to end any bake mode that may be running. Press Bake and Broil pads at the same time and hold for three seconds. “SF” will appear in the display. Press the Set Clock pad until “On” appears in the display and then press Start. If your model does not have a Set Clock pad, then press the Cook Time pad until “On” appears in the display and then press Start. The display will change from a single bracket “]” to the time of day indicating that the Sabbath mode has been exited.
• Sabbath Mode Power Outage Note
  If a power outage occurs, the Sabbath mode will not resume when power is restored.

Cooking Modes

Your new oven has a variety of cooking modes to help you get the best results. These modes are described below. Refer to the Cooking Guide section for recommendations for specific foods. Remember, your new oven may perform differently than the oven it is replacing.

Bake
The bake mode is for baking and roasting. This mode uses heat only from the lower burner. When preparing baked goods such as cakes, cookies and pastries, always preheat the oven first. To use this mode, press the Bake pad, use the + and – pads to adjust the temperature, then press Start.

Broiling Modes
Always broil with the oven door and drawer closed. Monitor food closely while broiling. Use caution when broiling on the upper rack positions as placing food closer to the broil burner increases smoking, spattering, and the possibility of fats igniting. Try broiling foods that you would normally grill. Adjust rack positions to adjust the intensity of the heat to the food. Place foods closer to the broil burner when a seared surface and rare interior is desired. Thicker foods and foods that need to be cooked through should be broiled on a lower rack position or by using the Broil Lo mode.

Broil Compartment (on some models)
For better searing use the rack position that places food closest to the broil heater. Move food down for more doneness/less searing. Take care not to touch the inner door when placing and removing food in broil compartment.

Broil Hi
The Broil Hi mode uses intense heat from the upper burner to sear foods. Use Broil Hi for thinner cuts of meat and/or when you would like to have a seared surface and rare interior. To use this mode press the Broil pad once and then press Start. It is not necessary to preheat when using this mode.

Broil Lo
The Broil Lo mode uses less intense heat from the upper burner to cook food thoroughly while also browning the surface. Use Broil Lo for thicker cuts of meat and/or foods that you would like cooked all the way through. To use this mode press the Broil pad twice and then press Start. It is not necessary to preheat when using this mode.

Convection Bake (on some models)
The Convection Bake mode is intended for baking on multiple racks at the same time. This mode uses air movement from the convection fan to enhance cooking evenness. Your oven is equipped with Auto Recipe Conversion, so it is not necessary to adjust the temperature when using this mode. Always preheat when using this mode. Baking times may be slightly longer for multiple racks than what would be expected for a single rack. To use this mode press the Conv Bake pad, use the + and – pads to adjust the temperature, and then press Start. Always preheat when using this mode.

Oven Racks

Recommended rack positions for various types of foods are provided in the Cooking Guide. Adjusting rack position is one way to impact cooking results. For example, if you would prefer darker tops on cakes, muffins, or cookies, try moving food one rack position higher. If you find foods are too brown on top try moving them down next time. When baking with multiple pans and on multiple racks, ensure there is sufficient space between pans to allow air flow. This may improve cooking eveness.

The number of rack positions may vary by model.

Removing and Replacing Flat Racks

• When placing and removing cookware, pull the rack out to the bump (stop position) on the rack support.
• To remove a rack, pull it toward you until it reaches the stop position, tilt up the front of the rack and pull it out.
• To replace a rack, place the curved end of the rack onto the rack supports. Tilt up the front of the rack and push the rack in until it stops. Then lay the rack flat and push it in until it is all the way into the oven.
• Racks may become difficult to slide, especially after a self-clean cycle. To improve sliding conditions, use a soft cloth or paper towel to rub vegetable oil on the left and right edges of the racks and/or rack supports.
• NOTE: Remove unused racks when using the oven for faster preheat, improved efficiency and optimal cooking performance.

Aluminum Foil and Oven Liners

CAUTION
Do not use any type of foil or oven liner to cover the oven bottom. These items can trap heat or melt, resulting in damage to the product and risk of shock, smoke or fire. Damage from improper use of these items is not covered by the product warranty. Foil may be used to catch spills by placing a sheet on a lower rack, several inches below the food. Do not use more foil than necessary and never entirely cover an oven rack with aluminum foil. Keep foil at least 1-1/2” from oven walls to prevent poor heat circulation.

Cookware

Cookware Guidelines

• The material, finish, and size of cookware affect baking performance.
• Dark, coated, and dull pans absorb heat more readily than light, shiny pans. Pans that absorb heat more readily can result in a browner, crisper, and thicker crust. If using dark and coated cookware check food earlier than the minimum cook time. If undesirable results are obtained with this type of cookware consider reducing oven temperature by 25°F next time.
• Shiny pans can produce more evenly cooked baked goods such as cakes and cookies.
• Glass and ceramic pans heat slowly but retain heat well. These types of pans work well for dishes such as pies and custards.
• Air-insulated pans heat slowly and can reduce bottom browning.
• Keep cookware clean to promote even heating.
• Stoneware heats slowly and retains heat well. It is recommended to preheat this type of cookware if possible. Additional cooking time may be required.

Oven Air Vents

• Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to keep cool and 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.

FOOD TYPE	RECOMMENDED MODE(S)	RECOMMENDED RACK POSITION(S)	ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS
Baked Goods
Layer cakes, sheet cakes, bundt cakes, muffins, quick breads, biscuits, scones on a Single Rack	Bake	4 or 5	Use shiny cookware.
Layer cakes* on Multiple Racks	Bake Convection Bake	3 and 5	Ensure adequate airflow (see illustration below).
Chiffon cakes (angel food)	Bake	2	Use shiny cookware.
Cookies, biscuits, scones on a Single Rack	Bake	3 or 4	Use shiny cookware.
Cookies, biscuits, scones on Multiple Racks	Convection Bake Bake	2 Racks – 3 and 5 3 Racks – 2, 4 and 6	Ensure adequate airflow. Switch food location partially through cooking for more even cooking results.
Beef & Pork
Hamburgers	Broil Hi	6 or C	Use a broil pan; move food down for more doneness/less searing. Watch food closely when broiling. Center food under burner.
Steaks & Chops	Broil Hi	6 or C	Use a broil pan; move food down for more doneness/less searing. Watch food closely when broiling. Center food under burner.
Roasts	Bake	2 or 3	Leave uncovered, use a low sided pan such as a broil pan. Preheating is not necessary.
Poultry
Whole chicken	Bake	2 or 3	Leave uncovered, use a low-sided pan such as a broiling pan.
Bone-in chicken breasts, legs, thighs	Broil Lo Bake	4 or B	If breaded or coated in sauce avoid Broil Hi modes. Broil skin side down first. Watch food closely when broiling.
Boneless chicken breasts	Broil Lo Bake	4 or B	Move food down for more doneness/less searing and up for greater searing/browning when broiling.
Whole turkey	Bake	1 or 2	Leave uncovered, use a low-sided pan such as a broil pan.
Turkey Breast	Bake	2 or 3	Leave uncovered, use a low-sided pan such as a broil pan.
Fish	Broil Lo	6 or C (1/2 inch thick or less) 5 or B (>1/2 inch)	Watch food closely when broiling.
Casseroles	Bake	3 or 4
Frozen Convenience Foods
Pizza, potato products, chicken nuggets, appetizers on a Single Rack	Bake	4 or 5	Use shiny cookware.
Pizza, potato products, chicken nuggets, appetizers on Multiple Racks	Bake Convection Bake	3 and 5 2, 4 and 6	Use shiny cookware. Switch food location partially through cooking for more even cooking results.

• When baking four cake layers at a time, stagger the pans as shown to the right so that one pan is not directly above the other.
• Cook food thoroughly to help protect against foodborne illness. Minimum safe food temperature recommendations for food safety can be found at IsItDoneYet.gov. Make sure to use a food thermometer to take food temperatures.

NOTE:
Remove unused racks when using the oven for faster preheating, improved efficiency, and optimal cooking performance.

CARE AND CLEANING

Range – Exterior
Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.

WARNING
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 can result in death or serious burns to children or adults.

Control Lockout

• If desired, the touch pads may be deactivated before cleaning.
• See Lock Controls in the Oven Controls section in this manual.
• Clean up splatters with a damp cloth.
• You may also use a glass cleaner.
• Remove heavier soil with warm, soapy water. Do not use abrasives of any kind.
• Reactivate the touch pads after cleaning.

Control Panel

• It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use. Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water, rinse with clean water, and polish dry with a soft cloth.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleaners, plastic scouring pads, or oven cleaners on the control panel—they will damage the finish, including Black Stainless Steel.

Oven Exterior

• Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleansers, steel wool, plastic scouring pads, or cleaning powders on the interior or exterior of the oven. Clean with a mild soap and water or vinegar and water solution. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. When cleaning surfaces, make sure that they are at room temperature and not in direct sunlight.
• If the stain on the door vent trim is persistent, use a mild abrasive cleaner and a sponge scrubber for best results.
• Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces, and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately. Let hot surfaces cool, then clean and rinse.

Painted Surfaces

• Painted surfaces include the sides of the range and the door, the top of the control panel, and the drawer front. Clean these with soap and water or a vinegar and water solution.
• Do not use commercial oven cleaners, cleaning powders, steel wool, or harsh abrasives on any painted surface, including Black Stainless Steel.

Stainless Steel excluding Black Stainless Steel (on some models)

• Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the surface.
• Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser™ will remove surface rust, tarnish, and small blemishes. Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush lines with a damp, soft sponge.
• To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. Always wipe the surface in the direction of the grain. Follow the cleaner instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface.
• To inquire about purchasing cleaning products including stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish, see the Accessories and Consumer Support sections at the end of this manual.

Range Interior

• The interior of your new oven can be cleaned manually or by using the Steam Clean or the Self Clean mode.
• Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately. Let hot surfaces cool, then clean and rinse.

Manual Cleaning

• Do not use oven cleaners, strong liquid cleansers, steel wool, or scouring pads on the interior of the oven. For soils on the oven bottom and other enameled surfaces, use a gentle abrasive containing oxalic acid, such as Bar Keepers Friend®, with a non-scratch sponge. Take care not to apply any abrasive cleaners or sponges to the door glass, as it will scratch the reflective coating. The oven interior and door glass may be cleaned using a soft cloth with a mild soap and water, or vinegar and water solution. After cleaning, rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth.

Steam Clean Mode (on some models)
The Steam Clean feature is for cleaning light soil from your oven at a lower temperature than Self Clean.

To use the Steam Clean feature:

1. Start with the oven at room temperature.
2. Wipe excess grease and soil from the oven.
3. Pour one cup of water onto the bottom of the oven.
4. Close the door.
5. Press the Clean pad, select Steam Clean, and then press Start/Enter. 30 minutes will show and count down in the display in the Steam Clean mode.

If your range has the self-clean mode below, slide the door latch handle to the left as far as it will go. Do not open the door during the 30-minute Steam Clean cycle. At the end of the Steam Clean cycle, soak up the remaining water, and wipe the moisture-softened soil from the oven walls and door.

Self-Clean Mode (on some models)
Read the Self-Cleaning Oven Safety Instructions at the beginning of this manual before using the Self-Clean Mode. Self-Clean uses very high temperatures to clean the oven interior. Only self-clean (black) racks and grates may remain in the oven during the self-clean cycle. All other items, including nickel-plated (silver) racks, should be removed. If nickel-plated (silver) racks are left in the oven during a self-clean cycle, the racks will tarnish. If either type of rack is left in the oven during a self-clean cycle, the rack may become difficult to slide. See the Oven Racks section for instructions on how to improve.

IMPORTANT:
The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning cycle of any range. Move birds to another well-ventilated room.

To use the Self Clean feature:

1. Start with the oven at room temperature.
2. Wipe excess grease and soil from the oven and interior door.
3. Remove all items. See Cleaning the Cooktop to determine if your grates may be self-cleaned and for important details regarding grate placement.
4. Close the door. Slide the door latch handle to the left as far as it will go.
5. Press the Clean pad, select Self Clean, and then press Start/Enter. 4 hours will show and count down in the display in the Self Clean mode.

You cannot open the door during the self-clean cycle. The door will remain locked after the self-clean cycle until the oven cools below the unlocking temperature. At the end of the self-clean cycle, allow the oven to cool and wipe any ash out of the oven.

Racks

• All racks can be washed with warm, soapy water. Enameled (not shiny) racks can be left in the cavity during self-clean.
• Racks may be more difficult to slide, especially after a self-clean. Put some vegetable oil on a soft cloth or paper towel and rub it onto the left and right edges.

Cooktop

Removal of Surface Burners for Cleaning
Turn all controls OFF. Allow the cooktop to cool before removing the grates and burner parts. When removing the burner caps and heads, remember their size and location. Replace them in the same location after cleaning.

CAUTION
Do not attempt to remove the oval burner cap from the burner head.

Cleaning the Surface Burners

Cleaning the Burner Caps
Wash burner caps in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. You may scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove burned-on food particles. The round burner caps may also be cleaned in your dishwasher.

Cleaning the Burner Heads
Wash the burner heads routinely, especially after bad spillovers which could clog the burner openings. Lift burners off when cool. Wash with hot, soapy water. Rinse with clean water. For more stubborn stains, use a brush with plastic bristles.

NOTE:
Do not use steel wool or scouring pads to clean the burner parts as these may clog the openings. Never wash burner heads in your dishwasher as a dishwasher. Doing so may cause them to discolor.

• The ports in the burner heads must be kept clean at all times for an even, unhampered flame.
• Clogged or dirty burner ports or electrodes will not allow the burner to operate properly.

Replacing Surface Burners

• Before replacing the burner caps, heads and oval head/cap assembly, shake out excess water and allow them to dry thoroughly.
• Replace burner heads in the correct locations according to size. Ensure each cap is properly seated on the burner head, as pictured below.

CAUTION

• Do not operate the cooktop without all burner parts and grates in place.
• Any spill on or around an electrode must be carefully cleaned. Avoid hitting the electrode with anything hard or it could be damaged.

The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed when the burner head is removed. When one burner is turned to LITE, all the burners spark. Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on.

Burner Grates

Manual Cleaning
Grates should be washed in hot, soapy water and rinsed with clean water. To soften burned-on food, place grates in a solution containing ¼-cup of household ammonia for several hours. Afterward, scrub grates with a plastic scouring pad soaked in hot, soapy water. Rinse well and dry.

Self-Clean Mode (on some models)

• If your grates do not have rubber bumpers on their bottom surface, they may be cleaned in the oven using the self-clean cycle. Do not attempt to clean your grates in the oven if your grates have rubber bumpers. Doing so will destroy the rubber bumpers and may affect the function of your surface burners.
• Porcelain-coated grates may gradually dull if continually exposed to self-clean temperatures.
• Your oven is equipped with nickel-plated (silver) racks, it is recommended to follow the instructions for placing grates on the oven bottom. Nickel-plated racks should not remain in the oven during the self-clean cycle. Doing so will tarnish the racks. If either type of rack is left in the oven during a self-clean cycle, the rack may become difficult to slide.

NOTE:
When placing or removing grates from the oven, do not slide the grates on the racks or oven bottom. Doing so could damage the enamel on the racks or oven bottom.

To self-clean your grates on the oven bottom:

1. Remove all oven racks.
2. Gently place one grate on the center of the oven bottom with the grate oriented in the upright position. Stack remaining grate(s) as shown below. Do not place or stack grates in any other configuration.

Once the grates are placed in the oven, operate the self-clean cycle per the instructions in the Cleaning the Oven section.
NOTE:

• Use caution when removing the grates from the oven after the self-clean cycle has ended. The grates may still be hot.
• Once the self-clean cycle is complete, the grates may carefully be removed. You may notice a white residue on the grates. Wipe it off with a damp sponge. If white spots persist, wet the sponge with a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water and wipe the grates again.
• When replacing the grates on the cooktop, be sure to locate them correctly. Grates should fit securely into the cooktop.

Grate Support Bumpers (on some models)

• If any of the rubber grate support bumpers in the cooktop are missing or damaged, replacement parts can be obtained by visiting geappliances.com
• To insert the new bumpers, simply place the cone-shaped end of the bumper into the hole in the cooktop and push down while gently twisting the bumper.

Griddles (on some models)

Nonstick Aluminum Griddle:
Avoid scraping the griddle surface with metal utensils. Wash your griddle with dish soap and hot water. If necessary, scrub with a non-abrasive plastic pad.

Griddle Precautions:

• If something has spilled under the griddle, it should be cleaned up as soon as possible to prevent the spill from getting baked onto the cooktop.
• Do not allow grease to accumulate under the griddle as it can be a fire hazard. Clean under the griddle with hot, soapy water as soon as it is cool.
• Do not wash your griddle in the dishwasher.
• Do not clean the griddle in the self-cleaning oven.

Door and Drawer

Cleaning the Oven Door

Cleaning the Door Interior

• Do not allow excess water to run into any holes or slots in the door.
• Wipe dish soap over any baked-on spatters on the glass. Use a single-sided safety razor blade to clean it off. Then wipe over the glass with a soapy cloth to remove any residue and dry off.
• The area outside the gasket can be cleaned with a soap-filled plastic scouring pad. Do not rub or clean the door gasket – it has an extremely low resistance to abrasion.
• If you notice the gasket becoming worn, frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door, you should have it replaced.

Cleaning the Door Exterior
If a stain on the door vent trim is persistent, use a mild abrasive cleaner and a sponge scrubber for best results. Do not use this method on any other surface.

Stainless Steel Surfaces (on some models)

• Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the surface.
• To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. Always wipe the surface in the direction of the grain. Follow the cleaner instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface.
• To inquire about purchasing cleaning products including stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish, see the Accessories and Consumer Support sections at the end of this manual.

Removable Storage Drawer (on some models)

• The storage drawer is a good place to store cookware and bakeware. Do not store plastics or flammable material in the drawer.
• The storage drawer may be removed for cleaning under the range. Clean the storage drawer with a damp cloth or sponge. Never use harsh abrasives or scouring pads.

Removing the Storage Drawer:

1. Pull drawer straight out until it stops.
2. Tilt the front of the drawer upward and pull the drawer free of the range.

Replacing the Storage Drawer:

1. Rest the drawer slides on the range stops.
2. Push directly backward until the drawer drops into place.
3. Slide the drawer all the way into the oven.

Oven Light

WARNING

SHOCK OR BURN HAZARD:
Before replacing oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or burn.

 

CAUTION

BURN HAZARD:
The glass cover and bulb should be removed when cool. Touching hot glass with bare hands or a damp cloth can cause burns.

NOTE:
The glass cover should be removed only when cold. Wearing latex gloves may offer a better grip.

Before replacing the bulb, disconnect electrical power to the oven at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Let the bulb cool completely before removing it. For your safety do not touch a hot bulb with a damp cloth. If you do the bulb may break.

To remove:
Turn the glass cover counterclockwise 1/4 turn until the tabs of the glass cover clear the grooves of the socket and pull the cover off. Remove the bulb.

To replace:
Put in a new 40-watt appliance bulb. Place the tabs of the glass cover into the grooves of the socket. Turn the glass cover clockwise 1/4 turn.

NOTE: 

• A 40-watt appliance bulb is smaller than a standard 40-watt household bulb.
• Reconnect electrical power to the oven once the new bulb is installed.
• For improved lighting inside the oven, clean the glass cover frequently using a wet cloth. This should be done when the oven is completely cool.

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 oven light bulb is covered with a removable glass cover that is held in place with a bail-shaped wire. Remove the oven door, if desired, to reach the cover easily. See the Lift-Off Oven Door section for detailed oven door removal instructions.

Replacing the Light Bulb (JGSS66 model only):

1. Disconnect electrical power to the range.
2. Hold the glass cover stable, so it doesn’t fall when released.
3. Slide near the indent of the cover holder until the cover is released. Do not remove any screws to release the glass cover.
4. Replace bulb with a 40-watt household appliance bulb. Do not touch hot bulb with hand or wet cloth. Only remove bulb when it is cool.
5. Hold glass cover stable over new bulb.
6. Pull the wire cover holder near the indent until the indent in the wire cover holder is located in the indent of the glass cover.
7. Connect electrical power to range.

Oven Door

The door is very heavy. Be careful when removing and lifting the door. Do not lift door by the handle.

Removing the Door:

1. Fully open the oven door.
2. On each hinge, slide the hinge lock up, making sure it snaps into its fully raised position.
3. Firmly grasp both sides of the door near the handle.
4. Close the door until the top of the door is approximately 3” from the range frame.
5. Lift door up and away from the range until both hinge arms are clear of the slots in the range frame.

Replacing the Door:

1. Firmly grasp both sides of the door near the handle.
2. With the door at the same angle as the removal position, rest the notch in the bottom of the left hinge arm on the bottom edge of the left hinge slot. The notch in the hinge arm must be fully seated onto the bottom of the slot. Repeat for the right side.
3. Fully open the door. If the door will not fully open, the hinge arms are not seated correctly. Lift the door off the range and repeat Step 2.
4. Push the hinge locks down to the locked position.
5. Close the oven door.

The door is very heavy. Be careful when removing and lifting the door. Do not lift door by the handle.

To Remove the Door (JGSS66 model only):

1. Fully open the door.
2. Pull the hinge locks up and away from the range frame to the unlocked position.
3. Firmly grasp both sides of the door near the top.
4. Close door until the top of the door is approximately 6” from the range frame.
5. Lift door up and away from the range until both hinge arms are clear of the slots in the range frame.

To Replace the Door (JGSS66 model only): 

1. Firmly grasp both sides of the door near the top.
2. With the door at the same angle as the removal position, rest the notch on the underside of the left hinge arm on the bottom edge of the left hinge slot. The notch in the hinge arm must be fully seated into the bottom of the slot. Repeat for the right side.
3. Fully open the door. If the door will not fully open, the notches in the bottoms of the hinge arms have not seated correctly in the bottom edge of the slot. Lift the door off the range and repeat previous step.
4. Push the hinge locks toward the range cavity and down to the locked position.
5. Close the oven door.

Troubleshooting Tips 

Before you call for service
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Problem	Possible Cause	What To Do
My new oven doesn’t cook like my old one. Is something wrong with the temperature settings?	Your new oven has a different cooking system from your old oven and therefore may cook differently than your old oven.	For the first few uses, follow your recipe times and temperatures carefully and use rack positions recommended in the Cooking Guide. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the temperature yourself to meet your specific cooking preference. See the Oven Controls section.
Food does not bake properly	Oven controls improperly set.	See the Cooking Modes section.
	Rack position is incorrect or rack is not level.	See the Cooking Modes section and Cooking Guide.
	Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size being used.	See the Cookware section.
	Oven temperature needs adjustment.	See the Oven Controls section.
Food does not broil properly	Oven controls improperly set.	Make sure you select the appropriate broil mode.
	Improper rack position being used.	See Cooking Guide for rack location suggestions.
	Cookware not suited for broiling.	Use a pan specifically designed for broiling.
	Aluminum foil on the broil pan has not been fitted properly or slit to drain grease.	If using aluminum foil on broil pan, wrap tightly and add slits conforming to those in the pan to allow grease to drain.
Oven temperature too hot or too cold	Oven temperature needs adjustment.	See the Oven Controls section.
Oven and/or display appears not to work	A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.	Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
	Oven controls improperly set.	See the Using the Oven section.
	A single bracket “]” shows in the display.	Press Bake and Broil pads at the same time and hold for three seconds. “SF” will appear in h edisplay. Press the Set Clock pad or the Cook Time pad until “On” appears in the display and then press Start. The display will change from a single bracket “]” to the time of day.
	The clock is turned off.	See the Oven Controls or Special Features section.
“Crackling” or “popping” sound	This is the sound of the metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions.	This is normal.
Why is my range making a “clicking” noise when using my oven?	Your range has been designed to maintain a tighter control over your oven’s temperature. You may hear your oven’s heating elements “click” on and off more frequently than in older ovens to achieve better results during baking, broiling, and self-clean cycles.	This is normal.
Clock and timer do not work	A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.	Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Sometimes the oven takes longer to preheat to the same temperature	Cookware, food, and/or number of racks in oven.	Cookware, food, and racks in the oven will cause differences in preheat times. Remove excess items to reduce preheat time.
Oven light does not work	Light bulb is loose or defective.	Tighten or replace bulb. See the Maintenance section for instructions on how to replace the bulb.
Oven will not self- clean	The temperature is too high to set a self-clean operation.	Allow the oven to cool and reset the controls.
	Oven controls improperly set.	See the Care and Cleaning section.
Excessive smoking during clean cycle	Excessive soil or grease.	Turn the Oven Temperature Knob to OFF. Wait until the Oven cools below the unlocking temperature. Open the windows to rid the room of smoke. Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle.
Oven not clean after a clean cycle	Oven controls improperly set.	See the Care and Cleaning section.
	Oven was heavily soiled.	Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean cycle. Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean again.
Strong “burning” or “oily” odor emitting from the vent	This is normal in a new oven and will disappear in time.	To speed the process, set a self-clean cycle. See the Care and Cleaning section. This is temporary.

Excessive smoking during broiling	Food too close to burner element.	Lower the rack position of the food.
Oven door will not open when you want to cook.	The oven door is locked because the temperature inside the oven has not dropped below the locking temperature.	Allow the oven to cool below the locking temperature.
“LOCK DOOR” flashes in the display	The self-clean or steam-clean cycle has been selected but the door is not locked.	Lock the oven door.
“F— and a number or letter” flash in the display	You have a function error code.	Press the Cancel/Off pad. Allow the oven to cool for one hour. Put the oven back into operation. If the function code repeats, disconnect all power to the oven for at least 30 seconds and then reconnect power. If the function error code repeats again, call for service.
Clock flashes due to a power outage	Power outage or surge	Reset the clock. If the oven was in use, you must reset it by pressing the Cancel/Off pad, setting the clock and resetting any cooking function.
Lock Controls or Control Lockout feature is activated		If LOC ON appears in the display, the range control is locked. Turn this feature off to use the range. See the Oven Controls section.
Burners do not light	Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet.	Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly grounded outlet.
	Gas supply not connected or turned on.	See the Installation Instructions that came with your range.
	A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.	Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
	Burner parts not replaced correctly.	See the Care and Cleaning of the range section.
	Burner slots near the electrode, or the round lighter port on the oval burner, may be clogged.	Remove the burners and clean them. Check the electrode area for burned-on food or grease. See the Care and Cleaning of the range section.
	Food residue on electrode	Lightly polish flat tip of electrode with nail file or sandpaper until shiny.
Top burners do not burn evenly	Improper burner assembly.	Make sure the burner caps are seated correctly. See the Care and Cleaning of the range section.
	Burner slots on the side of the burner may be clogged.	Remove the burners for cleaning. See the Care and Cleaning of the range section.
Burner flames are very large or yellow	Improper air to gas ratio.	If range is connected to Propane gas, contact the technician who installed your range or made the conversion.
Surface burners light but bake and broil burners do not.	Gas to the oven burners may have been shut off.	The oven gas shut-off is located on the gas regulator near the gas line attachment to your range. Locate it and flip the lever.

Limited Warranty

GE Appliances Gas Range Limited Warranty

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All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service online, visit us at GEAppliances.com/service, or call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have your serial number and your model number available when calling for service.

Servicing your appliance may require the use of the onboard data port for diagnostics. This gives a GE Appliances factory service technician the ability to quickly diagnose any issues with your appliance and helps GE Appliances improve its products by providing GE Appliances with information on your appliance. If you do not want your appliance data to be sent to GE Appliances, please advise your technician not to submit the data to GE Appliances at the time of service.

For the period of	GE Appliances will replace
One year From the date of the original purchase	Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE Appliances will provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.

What GE Appliances will not cover:

• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.
• Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance.
• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, modified, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods, or acts of God.
• Damage to finish, such as surface rust, tarnish, or small blemishes not reported within 48 hours of delivery.
• Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.
• Damage caused after delivery.
• Product not accessible to provide required service.
• Service to repair or replace light bulbs, except for LED lamps.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

This limited warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Appliances Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Appliances Service location for service. In Alaska, the limited warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor:
GE Appliances, a Haier company Louisville, KY 40225.

Extended Warranties:
Purchase a GE Appliances extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it online anytime at GEAppliances.com/extended-warranty. or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours. GE Appliances Service will still be there after your warranty expires.

Accessories

Looking For Something More?

• GE Appliances offers a variety of accessories to improve your cooking and maintenance experiences!
• Refer to the Consumer Support page for phone numbers and website information.

The following products and more are available:

Accessories

• Nickel Flat Rack
• Reinforced Nickel Flat Rack
• Self Clean Flat Rack
• Nickel Extension Rack
• Self Clean Extension Rack
• Broiler Pan (12 ¾ ” x 1 ¼” x 16 ½ “)
• Roasting Rack Accessory
• Cooktop Center Grate
• Nonstick Aluminum Griddle
• Reversible Cast-Iron Griddle

Cleaning Supplies

• CitruShine™ Stainless Steel Wipes
• Stainless Steel Polishing Cloth
• Burnt-On Grease Remover

Consumer Support

GE Appliances Website
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! You can also shop for more great GE Appliances products and take advantage of all our on-line support services designed for your convenience. In the US: GEAppliances.com.

Register Your Appliance
Register your new appliance on-line at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material. In the US: GEAppliances.com/register.

Schedule Service
Expert GE Appliances repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience any day of the year. In the US: GEAppliances.com/service or call 800.432.2737 during normal business hours.

Extended Warranties
Purchase a GE Appliances extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime. GE Appliances Services will still be there after your warranty expires. In the US: GEAppliances.com/extended-warranty or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.

Remote Connectivity
For assistance with wireless network connectivity (for models with remote enable), visit our website at GEAppliances.com/connect or call 800.220.6899 in the US.

Parts and Accessories

• Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today 24 hours every day.
• In the US: GEApplianceparts.com or by phone at 877.959.8688 during normal business hours.
• Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

Contact Us

• If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE Appliances, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to:
• In the US: General Manager, Customer Relations | GE Appliances, Appliance Park | Louisville, KY 40225 GEAppliances.com/contact.

Printed in Mexico.

Documents / Resources

GE APPLIANCES JGBS66REKSS 30 Free Standing Gas Range [pdf] Owner's Manual JGBS66REKSS 30 Free Standing Gas Range, JGBS66REKSS, 30 Free Standing Gas Range, Standing Gas Range, Gas Range

References

• Appliance Parts, Accessories & Water Filters | GE Appliances
• Connect Your Smart Appliances
• Contact Us or Get Help with Questions | GE Appliances
• Bodewell Care Protection Plans
• GEAppliances.com/register
• Appliance Repair Service and Support | GE Appliances
• User Manual