GE JCB560 Owner's Manual

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28With proper care, the porcelain enamel finishon the inside of the oven―top, bottom, sides,back and inside of the door―will stay new-looking for years.Let the range cool before cleaning.We recommend that you wear rubbergloves when cleaning the range.Soap and water will normally do the job.Heavy spattering or spillovers may requirecleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner.Soap-filled scouring pads may also be used.Do not allow food spills with a highsugar or acid content (such as milk,tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices orpie filling) to remain on the surface. They maycause a dull spot even after cleaning.Household ammonia may make the cleaningjob easier. Place 1/2 cup in a shallow glass orpottery container in a cold oven overnight.The ammonia fumes will help loosenthe burned-on grease and food.If necessary, you may use an oven cleaner.Follow the package directions.Do not spray oven cleaner on the electricalcontrols and switches because it could causea short circuit and result in sparking or fire.Do not allow a film from the cleaner to buildup on the temperature sensor―it could causethe oven to heat improperly. (The sensor islocated at the top of the oven.) Carefully wipethe sensor clean after each oven cleaning,being careful not to move the sensor asa change in its position could affect howthe oven bakes.Do not spray any oven cleaner on the ovendoor, handles or any exterior surface ofthe oven, cabinets or painted surfaces.The cleaner can damage these surfaces.Oven Interior (non-self-clean models)If your range is removed for cleaning,servicing or any reason, be sure theanti-tip device is re-engaged properlywhen the range is replaced. Failureto take this precaution could result intipping of the range and cause injury.Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.Care and cleaning of the range.Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsThe gasket is designed with a gap at thebottom to allow for proper air circulation.Do not rub or clean the door gasket—it hasan extremely low resistance to abrasion.If you notice the gasket becoming worn,frayed or damaged in any way or if it hasbecome displaced on the door, you shouldhave it replaced.To clean the inside of the door:Because the area inside the gasket iscleaned during the self-clean cycle,you do not need to clean this by hand.The area outside the gasket and the doorliner can be cleaned with a soap-filledor plastic scouring pad, hot water anddetergent. Rinse well with a vinegarand water solution.To clean the outside of the door:Use soap and water to thoroughly clean thetop, sides and front of the oven door. Rinsewell. You may also use a glass cleaner toclean the glass on the outside of the door.Do not let water drip into the vent openings.If any stain on the door vent trim ispersistent, use a soft abrasive cleanerand a sponge-scrubber for best results.Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomatosauces and basting materials containingacids may cause discoloration and shouldbe wiped up immediately. When surface iscool, clean and rinse.Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powdersor harsh abrasives on the outside of the door.Cleaning the Oven Door