New-to-me 1969 40" GE P-7 range!

[ecornell]

Need parts for my 1969 GE

Hi All,

I am so excited to find this thread! I just bought a new home, and the stove is the 1969 model being discussed here. The sensi-temp unit does not work - in fact, it has been dismantled, so I'm not even sure all pieces are present. The previous owner searched unsuccessfully for new parts. Then to make matters worse, I had a roommate who melted hard plastic onto one of the burners that I can't seem to scrub off. So, I am down to two working burners.

Any suggestions on where to find parts is very much appreciated. I am handy but not knowledgeable about appliances - just a girl who bought a house with a killer but not fully functional stove. Please help me figure this out.

Serial# LEZ31316, Model# J487 E1 WH 16 2

Erin

 

[soggytom]

Hi, Erin! Yes, your serial number shows an assembly date of June, 1969. Looks like you have the same issues Dean and I have had of the knobs fading. There should be a dark bronze background to the numbers, but apparently they fade badly over time and with sun exposure. Later versions, and the GE service replacements, have a black background, and are much easier to find.

My sensi-temp is out, as well. No matter where I set that burner, it only warms slightly. I don't cook a lot, so I ignore it. There's bound to be at least a couple of hole-in-the-wall appliance parts places in Portland that can help you out. You have the key in those serial and model numbers.

Unfortunately, these are not today's common, "plug and play" burners, but check for those obscure stores and don't forget ebay!

Congrats on the new home, the stove looks great! Best of luck to you!

 

[soggytom]

Rotisserie Knob

Dean,

Don't know how often you're on ebay, or if you still need this, but I found two (two!) of the right oven control knobs for our ovens. Actually, three, I've already bought one, but thought you might be interested. They appear to have black backgrounds, though.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/252213551351?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

http://www.ebay.com/itm/401040392827?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

Tom

 

[l_c]

GE J487, 1971 double range single owner FS (CA SF Bay Area)

I listed our J487 (1971, Harvest) for sale today.
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/app/5495917044.html
All functions and parts are working; accessories are included. Larry

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/app/5495917044.html

 

[l_c]

GE J487, 1971 double range single owner FS (CA SF Bay Area)

IT HAS BEEN SOLD.
GE J487, 1971 double range single owner FS (CA SF Bay Area)
Thanks ... Larry

 

[onewest601]

GE J487 1965 (I think)

Hello, all.
Previously inherited a P7 with my Sears house, used it 25+ years. (first image) wore.it.out.
Surfed craigslist and found a replacement in Detroit. Now installed in my kitchen in NC. IMMACULATE considering age.
Sounds greedy..looking for the meat thermometer and rotisserie spit.
Anyone know the part numbers?

 

[robinsondm]

Hi ONEWEST601,

For several reasons, I've been off this site for about five years. But, I'm back! And I just read your post. Do you still need part numbers for the meat thermometer and rotisserie spit? I'm guessing your range is somewhat newer than 1965, mainly because it has only knobs -- no pushbuttons. But we can settle the question if you find the serial number: look on the vertical divider between the two storage drawers.

To find the correct part numbers, we need the complete model number, also located on the tag between the storage drawers. It's probably something like J487xyWH, where "x" is a capital letter and "y" is a number. For example, my 1969 range is a J487E1WH. As you can probably guess, the "WH" just means "white".

Dean[this post was last edited: 10/17/2020-16:51]