I have a GE model (RAPID CLEAN II ) WALL OVEN # J55BF3 We lost the manual, and we really need to clean the oven.. I have spent hours looking online for the manual, and would appreciate if we could get instructions on how to use the controls to do the oven cleaning. thank you in advance for any help you may offer

To find the correct replacement baking element for your GE Rapid Clean II J55BF-1 wall mount oven, you can try the following steps:

1. Locate the model and serial number of your oven. This information is usually found on a label on the inside of the oven door or on the back of the oven.
2. Visit the GE Appliances website or use an online appliance parts retailer to search for the part using your oven model number.
3. Look for the baking element part number in the oven's user manual or service manual. These manuals may be available online or from the manufacturer.
4. If you are still having trouble finding the correct part number, consider contacting the manufacturer's customer service department for assistance.

Once you have the correct part number, you can order the replacement baking element and follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation.

Hi,if your Rapid III oven is a General Electric (it looks like it is), then this will help you. This is how to set a self-clean cycle by GE. There's also a link for you to download the owners manual, if you like.

Range Directions for Setting Self Clean Cycle

Unfortunately, the high temperature limit sensor probably failed during the self-clean cycle. The oven control unit will not receive the signal that the oven is cool enough to unlock the door without the sensor.

If the oven is cool, you can try unplugging the oven for a while and then see if the oven unlocks after power is restored. Pressing the Cancel button several times (or pressing and holding Cancel, depending on the model) may also work. Sometimes, starting a new cleaning cycle and then stopping it (and waiting for the oven to cool) will work.

However if the sensor has failed, the above steps are unlikely to work. You can try to move the lock manually. On some models, you can use a bent coat hanger to slide between the oven door and the frame and push the lock over. On other units, you might open the back panel and rotate the lock mechanism cam.

The oven will not work until the high temperature sensor is replaced. Sometimes the lock mechanism fails and that is what needs to be replaced. If the oven works, then look at replacing the lock motor.

I hope this helps. If your oven is under warranty, contact GE for the repair. Please add a comment with the model of your unit for specific information on the parts you may need.

Cindy Wells

put it back in self clean then press cancle
or un plug/turn power off then back on see if that helps

need to know what model and brand you have.
most newer ovens only need you to remove the racks, then push the button for self clean, push the button to allow about a 3 hour clean cycle and it should then go into a lock the door mode. after the time is up it will need to cool down and then you should be able to open the latch and wipe out any burnt residues.

The oven is way overdue for replacement.

GE.COM really helps

The "S" in the model number stands for standard clean oven (vs. self clean), so unfortunately, you will have to use a can of Easy Off or similar oven cleaner.

It was simple. I called GE's toll free help number and they told me what to try and it fixed it immediately!

I, too, have lost my manual and none of the timers work. I can never remember how long to run the clean cycle for, but will turn it off as it has been a little over 2hours and your post mentions 1.5hours.
I initiate the cleaning cycle by completing steps mentioned above and then turning the top dial (which has a clean range on it) clockwise until the clean light comes on. I then just time it by my watch to turn it all off. Then I wait a couple of hours before attempting to open the door. Don't forget to take the racks out, they are not suppose to go through the Clean cycle.
Good Luck,
Linda