GE JGBC20 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsInstallation InstructionsTroubleshooting TipsConsumer Support16Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip deviceis re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution couldresult in tipping of the range and cause injury.Care and cleaning of the range.Standard Twin Burner Assemblies (on some models)On models with standard twin burners, the cooktoplifts up for easy access.Turn all controls OFF before removingburner parts and drip pans (if soequipped).The burner grates and drip pans (if soequipped) can be lifted off, making themeasy to clean.The holes in the surface burners of yourrange must be kept clean at all times forproper ignition and an even, unhamperedflame.You should clean the surface burnersroutinely, especially after bad spillovers,which could clog these holes.Wipe off surface burners. If heavy spilloveroccurs, remove the surface burners fromthe range. Burners lift out for cleaning.Lift up the cooktop and then lift out thesurface burners.To remove burned-on food, soak thesurface burner in a solution of mild liquiddetergent and hot water. Soak the surfaceburner for 20–30 minutes.For more stubborn stains, use a cleanserlike Soft Scrub® brand or Bon Ami® brand.Rinse well to remove any traces of thecleanser that might clog the surface burneropenings.Do not use steel wool because it will clogthe surface burner openings and scratchthe surface burners. If the holes becomeclogged, clean them with a sewing needleor twist-tie.Before putting the surface burner back,shake out excess water and then dry itthoroughly by setting it in a warm ovenfor 30 minutes. Then place it back in therange, making sure it is properly seatedand level.Check the flame pattern of each burner.If the flames are “jumpy” (not steady),clean the holes again with a sewing needleor twist-tie.GrateDrip pan (on some models)Surface burnerCAUTION: Do not operate thecooktop without all burner parts,drip pans (on some models) andgrates in place.Clean these holes thoroughly oneach burner.Drip Pans (on some models)Remove the grates and lift out the drippans. Drip pans can be cleaned in adishwasher or by hand.When replacing the drip pans, make surethey are in the correct position.To get rid of burned-on food, place themin a covered container (or plastic bag)with 1/4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil.Then scrub with a soap-filled scouringpad if necessary.CAUTION: Do not clean the drippans in a self-cleaning oven.