GE JGBP88 Upper oven light does, Not work, Upper oven will not, Self-clean, Crackling or, Display

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Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions

Before you call for service…

Troubleshooting Tips

Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

 

 

 

 

Upper oven light does

Light bulb is loose or defective.

• Tighten or replace the bulb.

not work

 

 

 

Plug on range is not completely

• Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly

 

 

inserted in the electrical outlet.

grounded outlet.

 

 

 

Upper oven will not

The oven temperature is too

• Allow the range to cool to room temperature and

self-clean

high to set a self-clean operation.

reset the controls.

 

 

 

 

 

Oven controls improperly set.

• See the Using the self-cleaning upper oven section.

 

 

 

“Crackling” or

This is the sound of the

• This is normal.

“popping” sound

metal heating and cooling

 

 

during both the cooking and

 

 

cleaning functions.

 

 

 

 

Excessive smoking

Excessive soil.

• Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Open the windows to

 

 

 

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 not properly set.

• See the Using the self-cleaning upper 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 or

You have a function error code.

• Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. Allow the oven to cool for

letter” flash in the display

 

 

one hour. Put the oven back into operation.

 

 

 

 

 

If the function code repeats.

• Disconnect all power to the range for 5 minutes

 

 

 

and then reconnect power. If the function error

 

 

 

code repeats, call for service.

 

 

 

Oven shelves are

The nickel shelves (if so equipped)

• Apply a small amount of vegetable oil to a paper

difficult to slide

were cleaned in a self-clean cycle.

towel and wipe the edges of the oven shelves with

 

The gray porcelain-coated shelves

the paper towel. Do not spray with Pam® or other

 

(if so equipped) were improperly

lubricant sprays.

 

cleaned.

 

 

 

 

“Probe” appears in

This is reminding you to enter a

• Enter a probe temperature.

the display (some models)

probe temperature after plugging

 

 

in the probe.

 

 

 

 

 

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JGB918, JGBP88 specifications

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The GE JGBP88 is a freestanding gas range that stands out for its stylish appearance and practical design. One of its main features is the sealed burners, which ensure even heat distribution and make cleaning effortless, as spills won't flow underneath the burners. This model typically offers a powerful 18,000 BTU burner, ideal for rapid boiling and searing, along with multiple simmer burners that provide precision control for delicate sauces or melting chocolate.

Another significant characteristic of the JGBP88 is its spacious oven capacity, often reaching around 5.0 cubic feet. It includes features like a self-cleaning option, which helps maintain the oven's interior with minimal effort. The oven also incorporates an interior oven light, allowing users to monitor cooking progress without opening the door and losing heat.

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