GE JMS08 Owner's Manual

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12Safety InstructionsOperating InstructionsCare and CleaningTroubleshooting TipsConsumer SupportCare and cleaning of the range.Oven Heating ElementsDo not clean the bake element or the broilelement. Any soil will burn off when theelements are heated.To clean the oven floor, gently liftthe bake element. Clean with warmsoapy water.Broiler Pan & GridAfter broiling, remove the broiler panfrom the oven. Remove the grid from thepan. Carefully pour out the grease fromthe pan into a proper container.Wash and rinse the broiler pan and gridin hot water with a soap-filled or plasticscouring pad.Do not store a soiled broiler pan and gridanywhere in the range.If food has burned on, sprinkle the gridwith detergent while hot and cover withwet paper towels or a dishcloth. Soakingthe pan will remove burned-on foods.Both the broiler pan and grid may becleaned with a commercial oven cleaner.Both the broiler pan and grid can also becleaned in a dishwasher.After broiling, remove the broilerpan from the oven.Porcelain Oven InteriorWith proper care, the porcelain enamelfinish on the inside of the oven—top,bottom, sides, back and inside of thedoor—will stay new-looking for years.Let the range cool before cleaning. Werecommend that you wear rubber gloveswhen cleaning the range.Soap and water will normally do the job.Heavy spattering or spillovers mayrequire cleaning with a mild abrasivecleaner. Soapy, wet metal pads may alsobe used.Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acidcontent (such as tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juicesor pie filling) to remain on the surface. They maycause a dull spot even after cleaning.Household ammonia may make thecleaning job easier. Place 1/2 cup ina shallow glass or pottery container ina cold oven overnight. The ammoniafumes will help loosen the burned-ongrease 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 cause ashort circuit and result in sparking or fire. Do not allow a film from the cleaner to build upon the temperature sensor—it could cause theoven to heat improperly. (The sensor is locatedat the top of the oven.) Carefully wipe thesensor clean after each oven cleaning, beingcareful not to move the sensor as a change inits position could affect how the oven bakes. Do not spray any oven cleaner on the ovendoor, handles or any exterior surface of theoven, cabinets or painted surfaces. The cleanercan damage these surfaces.