GE JGBC20 Crackling or, Popping sound, Rainbow effect, Oven window, On some models, Power outage

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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

“Crackling” or		This is the sound of the	• This is normal.
“popping” sound		metal heating and cooling
		during cooking.

Rainbow effect in		This is caused by the heat	• This is normal.
the oven window		treatment applied to the
(on some models)		oven window.

Power outage,		Power outage or surge.	• Reset the clock.
clock flashes

Strong odor		An odor from the insulation	• This is temporary.
		around the inside of the oven
		is normal for the first few times
		the oven is used.

		Improper air to gas ratio.	• Adjust oven burner air shutter.

Fan noise		A cooling fan may automatically	• This is normal. The cooling fan will turn off and on.
		turn on and off to cool
		internal parts.

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Contents Non-Self-Cleaning Gas Write the model and serial numbers here Model # Serial #Consumer Support Troubleshooting ANTI-TIP DeviceImportant Safety Notice Safety Instructions Operating InstructionsOperating Instructions Safety Cook Meat and Poultry THOROUGHLY… Surface Burners Surface Burners Using the gas surface burners Tips Installation Instructions OperatingBefore Lighting a Gas Burner How to Select Flame Size Instructions Troubleshooting TipsTop-of-Range Cookware To Change or Cancel the Kitchen Timer Setting Using the clock and timerTo Set the Kitchen Timer Display Clock While Kitchen Timer Is OperatingOven Control Using the ovenBefore You Begin… Oven VentAluminum Foil How to Set the Oven for Baking or RoastingPreheating and Pan Placement Oven MoistureHow to Set the Oven for Broiling Broiling Guide SuggestionsBroiling Guide CommentsInstructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Adjust the oven thermostat-Do it yourselfSafety Instructions To Adjust the ThermostatCare and cleaning of the range Tips Installation Instructions Operating InstructionsStandard Twin Burner Assemblies on some models Safety Burner GratesBurner caps Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Cooktop SurfaceTo Order Lift-Off Oven Door Consumer Support Troubleshooting TipsTo clean the outside of the door Oven BottomRemovable Broiler Drawer on some models Instructions OperatingBroiler Pan and Grid Oven Air VentsOven Shelves To Clean the Continuous-Cleaning Oven Commonwealth of Massachusetts Before YOU BeginPart Included For Your SafetyTools YOU will Need Materials YOU MAY NeedInstallation Safety Instructions Dimensions and Clearances Location Model and Serial Number LocationConnect the Range to GAS Provide Adequate GAS SupplyInstallation Instructions Alternate Hookup Gas Flow into RangeFlexible Connector Hookup For models equipped with Standard Twin BurnersElectrical Connections Electric Disconnect Seal the OpeningsLight the Pilots Light the Surface Burner PilotsAdjust the Surface Burner Pilots if Necessary Light the Oven PilotCheck Ignition of Oven Burner Electric Ignition Models Check Ignition of Surface BurnersStanding Pilot Models Quality of FlamesRange must be secured with an Install the ANTI-TIP DeviceLevel the Range ⁄ 8 ″Install the ANTI-TIP Device When ALL Hookups are CompletedBefore you call for service… See the Installation of the range section See the Using the clock and timer sectionSee the Care and cleaning of the range section Oven temperaturePopping sound Power outageCrackling or Rainbow effectWe’ll Cover Any Appliance. Anywhere. Anytime Consumer Product Ownership Registration Accessories Looking For Something More?GE Will Replace What GE Will Not CoverSafety Instructions Operating Camco Will ReplaceWhat Camco Will Not Cover Consumer Support GE Appliances Website Schedule ServiceParts and Accessories Real Life Design Studio