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GE J2B918 Installation And Owner's Manual

GE J2B918 Installation And Owner's Manual

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Safe o, Instructions
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2
Operatir_, Instructions
Convection
Oven
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19-23
Roasting
Guide
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22
Timed Convection
Baking..23
(;as Surfi_ce Burners
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9, 11
(;riddle
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10
Lov_r Oven Drm._r
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28
Thermostat
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27
Upper
()yen
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12-27
Alumin mn Foil
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14
Baking or Roas6ng
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14
Broiling
(;tilde
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15
Clock and Timer.
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16
Oven C(mtrols
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12
Prehea/ing
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14
Probe
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18, 21
Sabbath
Feature
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26
Self:Cleaning
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29, 30
Special Features
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24, 25
Timed
Baking and
Roasting
Features
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17
Care and Cleani_
o
Burner
Grates
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-,3
Burner
Caps and Heads
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32
Control
Panel and I;mobs ...37
Cooktop
Surfime
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33
(;riddle
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34
l Jfl-Off ()yen Door
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35
Lower Oven Drawer
. ......
36
Oven Air Vents
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37
()yen Heating
Elements
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35
()yen Light Replacement
. . .38
Oven SheE_s
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38
Sealed Burner Assemblies
. .31
Self:Cleaning
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29, 30
Stainless Steel Surfi_ces .....
33
Write the model and serial
numbershere:
Model #
Serial #
You
can find
theIn
on a label
on
the
front
ot the
range
behind
the
lower
()veil
drawer.
Installadon
Instru_¢ions
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39-52
Anti-Tip
Device
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52
Check Ignition
of
Surface
Burners
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50, 51
Connect
Range
to Electric
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44, 46
Connect
Range to (;as...43,
45
Dimensions
and
Clearances
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41
Electrical
Connecfons
...47M9
level
the Range
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51
Location
Guidelines
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42
LP ......................
52
Safety Instructions
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39, 40
Accessories
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5 7
Troubleshooting Tips..53-56
Consumer Support
CODSIlIIleY
Support
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Back Co_r
Product
Regisuafion
.... 61,62
_\hrranty
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63
J2B 918
18305580P212
49-85728
03-07 dR
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  • Page 1 Installadon Safe o, Instructions ..Instru_¢ions ... 39-52 Operatir_, Instructions Anti-Tip Device ... Convection Oven ..19-23 Check Ignition Roasting Guide ..J2B 918 Surface Burners ..50, 51 Timed Convection Baking..23 Connect Range (;as Surfi_ce Burners ..9, 11 to Electric ....
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. A WARNING! ANTI-TIP DEVICE ALL RANGESCAN TIP @ INJURY TOPERSONS COULDRESULT @ INSTALLAN_TIP DEVICESPACKEDWITH RANGE _: SEEINSTALLATION INSTRUCtiONS A WARNING: I f the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property...
  • Page 3 ..WARNING! For your safe_ the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. ANTI-TIP DEVICE All ranges can tip and injury could result.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! IMPORTANT SAFETY N OtiCE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
  • Page 5 g_com SAFETY P RECAUTIONS _:!':i Locate the rang_ out of kitchen traffic i)ath E:,: N ex>r wear loose-fitting oi hanging garments of drafw locations m pre_nt poor while using the appliance. Be careflfl when air circulation. reaching for items stored in cabinets oxer the range.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! SURFACE BURNERS Use proper pan size--a void pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware ha ving fiat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. Toavoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properlv.
  • Page 7 ELECTRIC WARMING DRAWER A NDLOWER OVEN DRAWER _; The purpose of die warming drawer and _; Do not touch the heating element or the interior surface of the lower oven drawer. WARM ZONE seuing of the lower o_en drawer is to hold hot cooked...
  • Page 8 iMPORTANT S AFETY iNFORMATiON. READ ALLiNSTRUCTiONS BEFORE U SING. COOK MEAT ANDPOULTRY THOROUGHLY... Cook meat and poultry thoroughly--meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°!:and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°ECooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodbome illness.
  • Page 9 Usingthe gas surface burners. ge.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Before Lighting a Gas Burner After Lighting a Gas Burner _: Make sure ;111 burne_ are in place. _: Do not operate tile bm'ner...
  • Page 10 Usingthe griddle. NOTE." Y our griddlewill discolor overtimeas it Y_ur non-stick coated griddle provides becomes seasoned with use. an extra-large cooking surfi_ce for meats, How to Insert the Griddle CAUTION: Place and remove griddle only whenall prates andgriddle are cool and all surfaceunitsare turnedOFF.
  • Page 11 Usingthegas surface burners. 9e corn Top-of-Range Cookware Aluminum: Mediun/-weight Glass: There are two types ot glass cookware cookware---those fi)r ()veil tlse only recon/nlended because it heats quickly and evenlv. Most foods brown evenly in an those fi)r top-olXi'ange cooking (saucepans, ahuninunl skillet.
  • Page 12 Usingthe oven controls. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model Convection ®® QOG GQQ CONTROL LOCKOL OvenControl,Clockand TimerFeaturesand Settings CLOCK Pad SELF CLEAN Pad Touch this pad beloi'e ,settiiw_ tile clock. Touch this pad to select tile self=cleaning See tile Using the self-cleaning fiinction.
  • Page 13 Usingthe upperoven. ge.com To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before you begin... The shelves have stop-locks, so that when To remove ,t shelf, pull it toward you, tilt the...
  • Page 14 Usingthe upper oven. How to Set the Upper Oven for Baking or Roasting Type of Food Shelf Position BAKEpad. Touch Frozen p ies(oncookiesheet) Touch pads to set the ntlI]lbeI" desired teml_erature. Angelfoodcake, Bor C bundtor poundcakes Touch START pad. Biscuits, m uffins,brownies, Bor C word ON and...
  • Page 15 How to Set the Upper Oven for Broiling--Close the oven door tile START pad. Touch Place meat (w fish on a broiler grid pan. in a broiler _q_en broiling is finished, touch tile CLEAR/OFFpad. Follow suogested shelt )ositi(ms Guido.
  • Page 16 Usingthe clock and timer. Not all features are on all models. ToSet the Clock clock must be set to the correct time If mmfl)er pads touched within CLOCK of elm fin" the autonmtic oxen timing mimKe after touch pad, flmcfions to work properly.
  • Page 17 Usingthe timed baking and masting features (upperoven only). ge.com NOTE: Foods that spoil easily--such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork--should not be allowed to s# for more than 1 hour before or after cooking. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.
  • Page 18 Usingthe probe. (on some models) For many foods, especially roasts and poultry, internal food temperature is the best test for doneness. The temperature probe takes the guesswork out of roasting by cooking foods to the exact aloneness you want. Use of probes other than tile one...
  • Page 19 Usingthe convectionoven. Re.corn The convection oven fan shuts off when the oven door is opened. DO NOT leave the door open for long periods of time while using convection cooking. Roasts or poultry should be cooked on shelf To help you unde_tnnd the difference between convection...
  • Page 20 Usingthe convectionoven. Cookware for Convection Cooking Metal and Glass Betoi'e using your convection oven, check to see if your cookware leaves rooin for air Any type ot cookware will work in v<)tlI" circulation in the ()veil. If you are baking heat convection oven,...
  • Page 21 How to Set the Upper Oven for Convection Roasting when Using the Probe (on some models) The display will flash PROBE and the oven _Mter the internal temperature of the ,q_od control will signal if the probe is inserted reaches 100°E...
  • Page 22 Usingthe convectionoven. Convection Roasting Guide--Suggested Settings Meats Minutes/Lb, Oven Temp. Internal Temp. I Beef Rib13to BIhs.) Rarer 20_4 300°F 140'_F Medium 24_8 300°F 160°F Well 28_2 300°F 170°F BonelessRib,TopSirloin Rarer 20_4 300°F 140°F Medium 24_8 300°F 160°F Well 28_2 300°F 170°F BeefTenderloin Raret...

  • Page 23: Timed Convection Baking

    Usingthe timed convection baking features (upperoven only). ge.com You will hear a fan while cooking with this feature. The fan will stop when the door is opened but the heat will not turn off. NOTE: Foods that spoil easily-such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork-should not be allowed to sit for more than I hour before or after cooking.
  • Page 24 Special features of your upperoven control Your new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use. The foflowing are the features and how you may activate them. The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day. They remain in the control's memory until the steps are repeated.
  • Page 25 Control Lockout (on some models) Your controlwill allowyouto lockout thetouch NOTE"A// cookingand tinningfunctions wi// be padssotheycannotbeactivatedwhentouched cancelled when locking out the control or cleaningthepane[ To tlnJo('k tile totlch tile contI'ol, To lock tile controls: 9 and 0 touch pads at tile same dine fin"...
  • Page 26 Usingthe SabbathFeature.(on some models) (Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) The Sabbath feature can be used for baking/roasting in the upper oven only. It cannot be used for convection, broiling, self-cleaning, or Delay Start cooking. NOTE: The oven light comes on automatically (on some models) when the door is opened and goes off when the door is closed.

  • Page 27: Thermostat

    Adjust the upperoven thermostat--Do it yourself! ge.com You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself.
  • Page 28 Usingthe lower oven drawer. (on some models) The lower oven drawer may be used to bake foods using the same times and temperatures as a standard oven. Foods ideal for baking in the lower oven drawer include pizza, frozen foods, casseroles, biscuits, rolls and many desserts. To Use the Lower Oven Drawer NOTES: Push...
  • Page 29 Usingthe self-cleaning upperoven. ge.com The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly. Before a Clean Cycle For tile fiI_t sell:clean c)'cle, we reconnnend Do not clean tile gasket. Tile fil)erglass venOng...
  • Page 30 Usingthe self-cleaning upperoven. The oven door must be closed and all controls set correctly for the cycle to work properly. How to Delay the Start of Cleaning Make sure tile clock shows tile correct Touch tile START pad. time of day. door locks automatically:...
  • Page 31 Careand cleaning of the range. ge.com Be 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 device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury.
  • Page 32 Care and cleaning of the range. Burner Caps and Heads Replacement Before removing the burner caps and heads, remember their size and locat/bn. Replace them in Burner Heads the same location after c/eambg. Replace 1)urner heads over tile electrodes NOTE: Do not use steel wool or scouring powders to on the cooktop, in tile correct...
  • Page 33 Burner Grates range has three professional-st) le double Do not operate a burner fi)r an extended g_'ates, These g_'ates are position-specific, period of time without cookware on the grate. nJaxinlum stabilit); these g_'ates should onl} be The finish on the g_ate ma) chip without cookware to absorb the heat.
  • Page 34 Careand cleaning of the range. Griddle NOTES: Griddle Precautions: i_::Thegriddle Is to be used over the center _: If something has spilled under the griddle, it burner only should be cleaned up as soonas possible to prevent "bakedon" food soil. <,i!i Donot clean the gndd/e in a dishwasher _: Do not a//ow grease to accurnu/ateunder the _: Wash with hot, soapywater after eachuse...
  • Page 35 Li#-Off Oven Door The oven door/s removable, but it/s heaw. You may ::Ji:: The area outside the gasket can be cleaned with a soap-filled plastic need help removing and replacing the door scorning pad. Do not lift the door the handle.
  • Page 36 Care and cleaning of the range. Removable Lower Oven Drawer (on some models) i ii Toreplace the drawer: NOTE: Beforepedorming any adjustments, cleaning or service,disconnectthe range electrical ,Place the left drawer rail arotmd power supply at the householddistribution panel lefi rail guide and slide it in tuner by removlbg the fuse or switchlbg off the ckcuit slightl) to hook it.
  • Page 37 _e.conl OvenAir Vents Never block tile vents (air openings) of tile range. Tile}' p_ovide tile air inlet and outlet that are necessary fi)_ tile range to operate property with correct combustion. _Mr openings are located at tile rear of Ventappearance andlocationvar,¢ tile cooktop, at tile top and bottom of tile...
  • Page 38 Careand cleaningof the range. Oven Shelves and Drawer Racks Clean tile shelxes with an abrasixe cleansex: To make tile shelves slide more easily, apply a small amount of vegetable oil or cooking Tile oven shelves may be cleaned in tile oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges ot selfk'leaning...
  • Page 39 installationof therange. Read these instructions oomplete/y and carefully. IN THECOMMONWEALTH OFMASSACHUSETTS ::Ji:: T his product must installed by a licensed phunber or gas fitter. ::Ji:: When using ball type gas shut-off valves, they shall T-handle type. _: A flexible connector, when used, m ust not...
  • Page 40 Installation of the range. WARNING#. INSTALLAtiON S AFETY I NSTRUCtiONS Improper instaflafion, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information, consult a quafified instafler, service agency, manufacturer (dealer) or the gas suppfier. Never reuse old flexible connectors.
  • Page 41 Read these instructions completely and carefully. DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be adjusted to meet specific requirements. Depthwith doorclosed (includes door handle) 281/4"...
  • Page 42 _: Gaslineshut-offvalve house conduiL Obtainonly if replacing the power cord with conduit ;;Ji:_ Pi)ge j oint sea/ant o r UL-approved pl)ge threadtapewith Teflon* that resists actionofnaturalandLP gases. *Teflon: R egistered t rademark of DuPont _; Flexible metalappliance connector ( 1/2" I.D.). A 5-foot lengthis recommended for easeof installation butother lengths areacceptable.
  • Page 43 Read these instructions completely and carefully. Gas Supply Requirements Recommended Gas Pipe Outlet Locations NOTE: M akegas connectionson the left side of the cutout opening. 30" Recommended area for through4he-wa// connection of pipe stub/shut-off valve. This area allows flush installation to rear wall.
  • Page 44 Installation of the range. Electrical Power Supply Requirements Recommended Electrical Outlet Locations NOTE:Make electrical connections on flTeright side of the cutout opening. electrical outlet area. Orient the electrical receptacle so the Recommended acceptable length is parallel to the floor. Wall Mounted Product is shipped with 4-prong plug.
  • Page 45 Read these instructions completely and carefully. Connect the Range to the Gas Supply Shut off the main gas supply valve before disconnecting the old range and leave it off until the new hookup has been completed. Don't forget to relight the pilot on other gas appliances when you turn the gas back on.
  • Page 46 Installation of the range. Connect the Range to the Electrical Supply Skip to Step 5 if the power cord shipped on the range does not match your wall receptacle. Using an Existing NEMA 14-50R Receptacle _: Plug tile range power cord into a properly A range cord rated at 40 amps with 195/250 grounded wall receptacle.
  • Page 47 Read these instructions completely and carefully. Replace the Power Cord (Optional) Continued Perform this step only if the power cord shipped on the range does not match your wall receptacle. 3-Wire Power Cord Installation Option WARNING: rhe neutral or roundw, Terminalblock (appearance of the power cord must be connected to the neutral...
  • Page 48 Installation of the range. Replace the Power Cord (Optional) Continued Perform this step only if the power cord shipped on the range does not match your wall receptacle. 3-Wire Conduit Installation Option ..Locate co ) )er gromld strap on the lo_er back of the...
  • Page 49 Read these instructions completely and carefully. Replace the Power Cord (Optional) Continued Perform this step only if the power cord shipped on the range does not match your wall receptacle. 4-Wire Conduit Installation Option Remoxe strain relieI clamp ti'om bracket. _ssemble squeeze connector...
  • Page 50 Installation of the range. Seal the Openings Seal any openings in the wall behind range in the floor under range when hookups completed. Assemble Surface Burners FA1 Burner Heads {on some models) Caps Place bm'ner heads over electrodes Place the matching size caps onto the burner bases or heads.
  • Page 51 Read these instructions completely and carefully. Quality of/:lames The combustion quality of bm'ner flames needs to be detemfined visually: (,4) Yellow flames-- Call for service (B) Yellowtipson outer cones-- Normal for LP gas (C) Soft blue flames--Normal for natural gas If burnerflameslookhke(A),carlfor semce.Normal b urner flamesshouldlooklike(B)or (C), d epending on thetypeof gasyouuse.
  • Page 52 Installation of the range. lnsta# the Anti-Tip Device A WARNING: An Anti-Tip bracket is supplied with instructions tot installation in a variety of locations. The instructions include by Anti-Tip bracket ::Ji:: Range must be secm'ed all necessa_ T infimnafion to complete supplied.

  • Page 53: Clock And Timer

    Before you carl for service.., geco,, Troubleshooting -tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Possible Causes What To Do notlight burners Plug on range is not completely * Make sure electrical...
  • Page 54 Before you call for service... Troubleshooting -tips Possible Causes What To Do Fooddoesnot Oven controls improperly set. • Make sure you touch the BROIL HI/LO pad. broilproperly Oven door not dosed. • See the Using the upper oven section. in theupperoven •...
  • Page 55 What To Do Possible Causes • See the Using the self-cleaning oven section. Oven not clean after Oven controls properly set. cycle a clean Oven was heavily soiled. • Clean tl I) hea\y spillove_ betore starting clean cycle. Heavil)'...

  • Page 56: Lower Oven Drawer

    Before you call for service... Troubleshooting -tips Possible Causes What To Do Fan noise The convection fma may turn on * This is nomml. Tile convection tim will run until tile mad off automatically, flmcfion is over or the door is opened. Convection fan * I_m will start automatically Preheat temperature...

  • Page 57: Accessories 5

    Accessories. Looking For Something More? You can find these accessories and many more at ge.com (U. S.) or www.GEPpp/iances.ca (Canada), or carl 800.626.2002 (U.S.) or 888.261.3055 (Canada) (during normal business hours). Have your model number ready. Grates Surface Burner Caps...
  • Page 58 IVoles. €_ --°...
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  • Page 61 GE Service Protection Plus 'M GE, a name recognized worldwide for qualib, dependability; oflers Service Protection Plus'_'--comprehensive protection on all your appliances-- No Matter What Brand! Benefits Include: We'll CoverAny Appliance. * Backed by GE Anywhere. Anytime.* * All brands...
  • Page 62 General Electric Compang 1)_1 l't IIOI'S. Louisville, KY40225 FAILI H{E T() COMPLETE AN[) RE'F[ RN TIIIS CARD DOES DIMINISII YOI JR ge.com "_,IXRRAN'I-'; RIGIITS. For information about GEA's privacy data usage poll(% go to ge.com click on 'Prixacy Policy" or call 800.626.2224.
  • Page 63 This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service.
  • Page 64 Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. ContactUs ge.com us on our X*Vebsitewith all tile details If you are not safistied with tile service w)u receive fl'om GE, contact including your phone wYite to: (;eneral Manager;...