Owner's Manual Wall Oven
Control button shapes are representative; your oven may have alternate button shapes. Control buttons are designed to become visible when the oven door is opened or if the controls are pressed in the area of a button.
Control button shapes are representative; your oven may have alternate button shapes. Control buttons are designed to become visible when the oven door is opened or if the controls are pressed in the area of a button.
The options pad opens up a menu of more cooking modes when the oven is off. It opens a menu with additional features if a cooking mode is already in process. You can exit the menu at any time by pressing the Options pad again.
You must first select a mode (bake, convection bake, convection roast) and then select Options to get to the following functions.
Cook Time
Counts down the cooking time and turn off the oven when the cooking time is complete. Initiate either a bake or warm mode, but don’t press Start. Press the Options pad, follow the screen prompts, and use the number of pads to program a cooking time in hours and minutes, then press Start.
Delay Time
Delays when the oven will turn on. Use this to set a time when you want the oven to start. Select the desired cooking mode. Use the number pad to program a baking temperature. Press the Options pad and select Delay Time. Use the number pads to program the time of day for the oven to turn on, and then press Start/Enter. With cooking modes, a cook time may also be programmed if desired. Follow the directions under Cook Time to set these features. Delay Time is not available with all modes.
NOTE: When using the Delay Time feature, foods that spoil easily – such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffing, poultry, and port – should not be allowed to sit 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 up harmful bacteria growth.
Oven Probe (upper only on double oven models)
NOTE: Only accessible through traditional and convection cooking modes.
Monitors internal food temperature and turns the oven off when the food reaches the programmed temperature. Insert the probe, press the desired cooking mode, and program the probe temperature. See the Cooking Modes Section for more information. The probe can only be used with Bake, Convection Bake, and Convection Roast.
The Options and Settings pads open up more detailed menus in the display, allowing access to additional functions. For each, you select the function in the display using the associated number pad. You can exit at any time by pressing the Options or Settings pad again.
WiFi Connect and Remote Enable
Your oven is designed to provide you with two-way communication between your appliance and smart device. By using the WiFi Connect features, you will be able to control essential oven operations such as temperature settings, timers, and cooking modes using your smartphone or tablet.*
(* Compatible Apple or Android devices and home WiFi network required.)
Select Settings then Wifi then follow the instructions on your phone app. It is necessary to turn on WiFi before using Remote Enable on your oven.
Connecting your WiFi Connect Enabled Oven
What you will need
Your GE Appliances oven uses your existing home WiFi network to communicate between the appliance and your smart device. In order to set up your GE Appliances oven, you will need to gather some information:
Connect your GE Appliances oven
To connect additional smart devices, disconnect from WiFi and the first device, then reconnect to WiFi and repeat steps 1 and 2. The unit can only be connected to one device at a time.
Note that any changes or modifications to the remote enable device installed on this oven that is not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
REMOTE STARTING YOUR OVEN 
To be able to start the oven remotely once connected to WiFi, press the Remote Enable pad and the icon will turn on in the display. The oven can now be remotely started with a connected device. The icon must be lit to start the oven remotely. The icon is not required to change the oven temperature while it is running and set a timer or turn the oven off from the phone app while the icon shows it is Wifi Connected.
To disconnect your phone from Remote Enable, press the Remote Enable pad and the icon will 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 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 up harmful bacteria growth.
Clock
This setting sets the oven clock time. Press the Settings pad and select Clock. Select Set Clock and follow the instructions to set the clock. This feature also specifies how the time of day will be displayed. You can select a standard 12-hour clock (12H), 24-hour military time display (24H), or no clock displayed (Off). Press the Settings pad, select Set Clock and select either 12/24 hr or On/Off.
Auto Conv (Auto Conversion)
When using Convection Bake cooking, Auto Recipe Conversion will automatically convert the regular baking temperatures entered to convection baking cooking temperatures when turned on. Note that this option does not convert convection bake cooking times, it only converts temperatures. This feature may be turned on or off. Select Settings and Auto Conversion then follow the prompts to turn this feature on or off.
Auto Off
This feature shuts the oven down after 12 hours of continuous operation. It may be enabled or disabled. Select Settings and Auto Off to turn this feature on or off.
Sound
You can adjust the volume and type of alert your appliance uses. Select Settings and Sound. Follow prompts for making volume adjustments or for changing between continuous and single alert tones. A continuous setting will continue to sound a tone until a button on the control is pressed. The oven tone volume can be adjusted. The control will sound the oven tone at the new volume level each time the sound level is changed.
F/C (Fahrenheit or Celsius)
The oven control is set to use Fahrenheit temperatures (F), but you can change it to use Celsius temperatures (C). Select Settings and F/C to alter between temperature scales displayed.
Adjust the Oven temperature
This feature allows the oven to bake and the convection baking temperature to be adjusted up to 35oF hotter or down to 35oF cooler. Use this feature if you believe your oven temperature is too hot or too cold and wishes to change it. This adjustment affects Bake and Convection Bake modes. No other cooking modes are affected. Select Settings and Oven Adjust to add More Heat or Less Heat and then press Save (for double ovens use the Upper Oven or Lower Oven menu selection corresponding to the oven to be adjusted). Do not use thermometers, such as those found in grocery stores, to check the temperature setting of your oven. These thermometers may vary by 20-40 degrees.
Oven Info
Select Settings and Oven Info to display the Model Number and Software Version.
Sabbath
Sabbath mode disables the oven lights (the oven light will not turn on when the door is opened), all sounds (the control will not beep when a button is pressed), Convection, Broil, Warm, Proof, Cook Time, Timer, Clock, and Delay Time functions. Sabbath mode can only be used with Bake. This feature conforms to the Start-K Jewish Sabbath requirements.
To use Sabbath mode, press Settings, select Sabbath, and select Turn Sabbath On. A ] will appear in the display and the clock will not display.
Note that if you have a double wall oven when you place the control into Sabbath mode, both ovens are now in Sabbath mode and available for cooking.
Once in Sabbath mode, at any time you can press Bake, use the number pads to enter a temperature between 170F and 550F, and press Start. No sound will be given when the keys are pressed. At a random time between 30 seconds and 1 minute, ][, will appear in the display indicating the oven is running.
Note that both ovens of a double wall oven can be used in Sabbath mode. Each oven can be programmed to a different temperature and each oven must be programmed separately.
If you need to adjust the temperature, press Bake, use the number pads to enter a new temperature between 170F and 550F, and press Start.
To turn the oven off, press Cancel/Off at any time. The oven will immediately turn off and ][ will change to ] indicating that the oven has turned off.
Note that each oven of a double wall oven must be turned off separately.
To exit Sabbath mode, make sure that the oven is turned off. Press and hold the Settings pad to turn Sabbath mode off.
NOTE: If a power outage occurs during Sabbath mode the unit will remain in Sabbath mode but off when power is restored.
If you wish to use the Cook Time feature to bake in the oven and then have the oven and then have the oven automatically turn off, you will need to press the Cook Time pad, enter a cooking time duration, and press Start. Then enter special features to start Sabbath mode as detailed above.
Your oven has six rack positions. Recommended rack positions for various types of foods are provided in the Cooking Guide. Adjusting rack position is one way to impact cooking results. For example, if you would prefer darker tops on cakes, muffins, or cookies, try moving food one rack position higher. If you find foods are too brown on top try moving them down next time.
When baking with multiple pans and on multiple racks, ensure there is sufficient space between pans to allow air to flow.
Your Oven may have extension racks and/or traditional flat racks.
To avoid possible burns, place the racks in the desired position before you turn the oven on.
Traditional Flat Racks
When placing and removing cookware, pull the rack out to the bump (stop position) on the rack support.
To remove a rack, pull it toward you, tilt the front end up and pull it out.
To replace, place the curved end of the rack (stop-locks) onto the oven supports, tilt up the front of the rack and push the rack in.
Racks may become difficult to slide, especially after a self-clean. Put some vegetable oil on a soft cloth or paper towel and rub it onto the left and right edges of the racks.
Extension Racks
Always pull the rack out by its upper front rail to its fully open position, when placing or removing cookware. Extension racks cannot be used in the top rack position.
If extension racks are difficult to extend, lubricate the racks with the graphite lubricant provided with your oven. Remove the rack from the oven, remove debris in the side tracks with a paper towel, shake the graphite lubricant and place 4 small drops on the two bottom tracks of the left and right sides. Open and close the rack several times to distribute the lubricant.
To order additional graphite lubricant, read the Accessories section of the manual.
To Remove An Extension Rack:
To Replace An Extension Rack:
If extension racks are difficult to replace or remove, wipe the oven rack supports with cooking oil. Do not wipe oil on the rack slides.
To Lubricate the Paddle:
Shake the lubricant and apply it to the moving parts of the paddle mechanisms as shown.
CAUTION: Do not use any type of foil or oven liner to cover the oven bottom. These items can trap heat or melt, resulting in damage to the product and the risk of shock, smoke, or fire. Damage from improper use of these items is not covered by the product warranty.
Foil may be used to catch spills by placing a sheet on a lower rack, several inches below the food. Do not use more foil than necessary and never entirely cover an oven rack with aluminum foil. Keep foil at least 1-1/2" from oven walls to prevent poor heat circulation.
Cookware Guidelines
The material, finish, and size of cookware affect baking performance.
Dark, coated, and dull pans absorb heat more readily than light, shiny pans. Pans that absorb heat more readily can result in a browner, crisper, and thicker crust. If using dark and coated cookware check food earlier than the minimum cook time. If undesirable results are obtained with this type of cookware consider reducing oven temperature by 25o F next time.
Shiny pans can produce more evenly cooked baked goods such as cakes and cookies.
Glass and ceramic pans heat slowly but retain heat well. These types of pans work well for dishes such as pies and custards.
Air-insulated pans heat slowly and can reduce bottom browning.
Keep cookware clean to promote even heating.
Your new oven has a variety of cooking modes to help you get the best results. These modes are described below. Refer to the Cooking Guide section for recommendations for specific foods. Remember, your new oven may perform differently than the oven it is replacing.
Baking and Roasting Modes
Select a mode for baking and roasting based on the type and quantity of food you are preparing. When preparing baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and pastries always preheat the oven first. Follow recipe recommendations for food placement. If no guidelines are provided, center food in the oven.
Traditional Bake
The traditional bake mode is intended for single-rack cooking. This mode uses heat primarily from the lower element but also from the upper element to cook food. To use this mode press the Bake pad, enter a temperature, and then press Start. Preheating is
generally recommended when using this mode.
Convection Bake (upper only on double oven models)
The Convection Bake mode is intended for banking on multiple racks at the same time. This mode uses heat primarily from the rear element but also heat from the upper and lower elements, along with air movement from the convection fan to enhance cooking evenness. Your oven is equipped with Auto Recipe Conversion, so it is not necessary to convert the temperature when using this mode. Baking time might be slightly longer for multiple racks than what would be expected for a single rack. To use this mode press the Convection pad, then select Convection Bake, enter a temperature, and then press Start. Always preheat when using this mode.
Convection Roast (upper only on double oven models)
The Convection Roast mode is intended for roasting whole cuts of meat on a single rack. This mode uses heat from the lower, upper, and rear elements along with air movement from the convection fan to improve browning and reduce cooking time. It is not necessary to convert temperature. Check food earlier than the recipe suggested time when using this mode or use a meat probe. To use this mode press the Convection pad, then select Convection Roast, enter a temperature, and then press Start. It is not necessary to preheat when using this mode.
Broiling Modes
Always broil with the door closed. The broil element in this oven is very powerful. Monitor food closely while broiling. Use caution when broiling on upper rack positions as placing food closer to the broil element increases smoking, spattering, and the possibility of fats
igniting. For best performance center food below the broil heating element. Broiling on rack position 6, in single and lower cavities, is not recommended.
Try broiling foods that you would normally grill. Adjust rack positions to adjust the intensity of the heat to the food. Place foods closer to the broil element when a seared surface and rare interior are desired. Thicker foods and foods that need to be cooked through should be broiled on a rack position farther from the broiler or by using Broil Lo.
Broil Hi
The Broil Hi mode uses intense heat from the upper element to sear foods. Use Broil Hi for thinner cuts of meat and/or foods you prefer less done on the interior. To use this mode press the Broil pad, then select Hi Broil and press Start. It is not necessary to preheat when using this mode.
Broil Lo
The Broil Lo mode uses less intense heat from the upper element to cook food thoroughly while also producing surface browning. Use Broil Lo for thicker cuts of meat and/or foods that you would like cooked all the way through. To use this mode press the Broil pad, then select Lo Broil and press Start. It is not necessary to preheat when using this mode.
Proof
Proof mode is designed for rising (fermenting and proofing) bread doughs. In some models, Proof is found by selecting Options. Press Proof and then press Start. Cover dough well to prevent drying out. Bread will rise more rapidly than at room temperature. Note that for double wall ovens, proof can not be run when running a clean mode in the lower oven.
Warm
Warm mode is designed to keep hot foods hot for up to 3 hours. In some models, Warm is found by selecting Options. Press Warm and then press Start. Cover foods that need to remain moist and do not cover foods that should be crisp. Preheating is not required. Do not use warm to heat cold food other than crisping crackers, chips, or dry cereal. It is also recommended that food not be kept warm for more than 2 hours.
WARNING: Consuming undercooked food can result in foodborne illness. Use the probe according to the following instructions to ensure all portions of the food reach minimum safe cooking temperatures. Recommendations for minimum safe food temperatures can be found at foodsafety.gov or IsItDoneYet.gov.
Internal food temperature is frequently used as an indicator of doneness, especially for roasts and poultry. The Probe mode monitors the internal food temperature and turns the oven off when the internal food temperature reaches the programmed temperature. Always check the temperature at multiple locations in the food with a food thermometer after cooking to ensure that all portions of the food have reached the minimum safe internal temperature for that food.
Proper Probe Placement
After preparing the meat and placing it on the cooking
pan follow these instructions for proper probe placement.
Probe Usage
The temperature probe can only be used with Bake, Convection Bake, and Convection Roast.
To use the probe with preheating:
Insert the probe into the food (see Proper Probe Placement).
Once the oven is preheated, place the food in the oven and connect the probe to the probe outlet, making sure it is fully inserted. Use caution, the oven walls and probe outlet are hot.
When the probe is connected, the display will prompt you to enter the desired food temperature. The maximum internal food temperature that you can set is 200° F.
To use the probe without preheating:
Probe Care Guidelines
Be sure the electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the oven.
Control Panel
It's a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use. Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water, rinse with clean water, and polish dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, strong liquid cleaners, plastic scouring pads, or oven cleaners on the control panel - they will damage the finish.
Oven Exterior
Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive cleaners, strong liquid cleansers, steel wool, plastic scouring pads, or cleaning powders on the interior or exterior of the oven. Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water solution. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. When cleaning surfaces, make sure that they are at room temperature and not in direct sunlight.
If a stain on the door vent trim is persistent, use a mild abrasive cleaner and a sponge scrubber for the best results. Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces, and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately. Let hot surfaces cool, then clean and rinse.
Painted Surfaces and Black Stainless Steel (on some models)
Painted surfaces may include the door and trim around the control panel. Clean these with soap and water or a vinegar and water solution.
Do not use commercial oven cleaners, cleaning powders, steel wool, or harsh abrasives on any painted surface, including Black Stainless Steel.
Stainless Steel - Excluding Black Stainless Steel (on some models)
Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the surface.
To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. Always wipe the surface in the direction of the grain. Follow the cleaner instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface.
Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers Friend Soft.
CleanserTM will remove surface rust, tarnish, and small blemishes. Use only a liquid cleaner free of grift and rub in the direction of the brush lines with a damp, soft sponge. To inquire about purchasing cleaning products including stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish read the Accessories sections of this manual.
Oven Interior
The interior of your new oven can be cleaned manually or by using the Steam Clean or Self Clean modes. Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces, and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately. Let hot surfaces cool, then clean and rinse.
Manual Cleaning
Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive cleaners, strong liquid cleansers, steel wool, scouring pads, or cleaning powders on the interior of the oven. Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water solution. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. When cleaning surfaces, make sure that they are at room temperature.
Steam Clean Mode
Steam clean is intended to clean small spills using water and a lower cleaning temperature than Self-Clean.
To use the Steam Clean feature, wipe grease and soil from the oven. Pour one cup of water into the bottom of the oven. Close the door. Press the Clean pad twice and then press Start. The oven door will lock. You can not open the door during the 30-minute steam clean as this will decrease the steam clean performance. At the end of the steam clean cycle, the door will unlock. Wipe out any excess water and any remaining soil.
NOTE: Water in the bottom of the oven may be hot right after finishing the cycle.
Self Clean Mode
Read Self-Cleaning Oven Safety Instructions at the beginning of this manual before using Self-Clean Mode. Self-clean uses very high temperatures to clean the oven interior. The oven door will lock when using this feature. Before operating the self-clean cycle, wipe up grease and soil from the oven. Remove all items from the oven other than enameled (dark color) racks. Shiny or silver racks, the meat probe, and any cookware or other items
should all be removed from the oven before initiating a self-clean cycle. Close the door. Press the Clean pad once and a default self-clean time is displayed. The clean time can be changed to any time between 3:00 and 5:00 hours by using the number pads to enter a different time and pressing Start. For heavily soiled ovens, a maximum of 5 hours of clean time is recommended. If you wish to use the default time, press the Start pad immediately after pressing the Clean pad. The oven will turn off automatically when the self-clean cycle is complete. The door will stay locked until the oven has cooled down. After the oven has cooled down wipe any ash out of the oven.
IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning cycle of any range. Move birds to another well-ventilated room.
Oven Racks
Racks that are enameled, not shiny, can be left in the cavity during self-clean or can be washed with warm, soapy water.
Racks may be more difficult to slide, especially after a self-clean. Put some vegetable oil on a soft cloth or paper towel and rub it onto the left and right edges.
The temperature probe may be cleaned with soap and water or a soap-filled scouring pad. Cool the temperature probe before cleaning. Scour stubborn spots with a soap-filled scouring pad, rinse and dry.
To order additional temperature probes read the Assistance and Accessories sections at the beginning of this manual.
WARNING: SHOCK OR BURN HAZARD: Before replacing the oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the oven at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or burn.
CAUTION: BURN HAZARD: The glass cover and bulb should be removed when cool. Touching hot glass with bare hands or a damp cloth can cause burns.
Oven Door Removal
NOTE: Door removal is not a requirement for the installation of the product but is an added convenience.
To remove the door:
Replacing the Oven Door
NOTE: The oven door is heavy. You may need help lifting the door high enough to slide it into the hinge slots. Do not lift the door by the handle.
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My new oven doesn't cook like my old one. Is something wrong with the temperature settings?
Food does not bake properly
Food does not broil properly
Oven temperature too hot or too cold
The oven does not work or appears not to work
“Crackling” or “popping” sound
Why is my range making a "clicking" noise when using my oven?
The clock and timer do not work
The oven light does not work
The oven will not self-clean
Excessive smoking during the clean cycle
Clean cycle.Excessive smoking during broiling
The oven door will not open after a clean cycle
The oven is not clean after a clean cycle
flashes in the display
is on when you want to cook
“F— and a number or letter” flash in the display
The display goes blank
Power outage, clock flashes
“Burning” or “oily” odor emitting from the vent
Strong odor
Fan noise
My oven door glass appears to be "tinted" or has a "rainbow" color. Is this defective?
Sometimes the oven takes longer to preheat to the same temperature
The oven will not work remotely
Reference file: GE® JTS5000SNSS 30" Built-In Convection Single Wall Oven
Additionally, the document applies to other GE - General Electric models: JKS5000, JTS5000, JKD5000, JTD5000
