GE JBP71 Range User Manual


 
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
“F— and a number You have a function Press the CLEAR/OFF pad. Put the oven back into
or letter” flash error code. operation.
in the display
If the function code repeats. Disconnect all power to the range for at least 30
seconds and then reconnect power. If the function
error code repeats, call for service.
On self-cleaning models, if a function error code
appears during the self-cleaning cycle, check the oven
door latch. The latch may have been moved, if only
slightly, from the locked position. Make sure the latch
is moved to the right as far as it will go. Press the
CLEAR/OFF pad. Allow the oven to cool for one hour.
Put the oven back into operation.
Display goes blank A fuse in your home may be Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
blown or the circuit
breaker tripped.
The clock is turned off See the Using the clock and timer section.
from showing in the display.
Display flashes Power failure. Reset the clock.
Unable to get the Oven control pads were The BAKE and BROIL HI/LO pads must be pressed
display to show “SF” not pressed properly. at the same time and held for 3 seconds.
Power outage, Power outage or surge. Reset the clock. If the oven was in use, you must reset
clock flashes it by pressing the CLEAR/OFF pad, setting the clock
and resetting any cooking function.
“Burning” or “oily” This is normal in a new To speed the process, set a self-clean cycle for a
odor emitting from oven and will disappear minimum of 3 hours. See the Using the self-
the vent in time. cleaning oven section.
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.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
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Before You Call For Service…
Troubleshooting Tips