A:Answer Hi Thomas - We're excited to hear of your interest in our GE® 24" Steam Clean Free-Standing/Slide-in Gas Range JGAS640RMSS! The range has an electronic ignition system and requires a 120V- 15A circuit. The automatic pilotless ignition (also called automatic electric or automatic electronic ignition) eliminates the need to light the burners. It also saves money by using less gas than a standing pilot range. Because this system has no standing pilot light, no gas is being used unless it is needed. With the spark igniter system, electricity simply sparks when the control is turned to the LITE position. Gas is simultaneously released and ignites when it comes in contact with the spark. The glo-bar in the oven will cycle on and off with the oven temperature. When it cycles on to heat, the gas valve opens and the gas is ignited. When the oven is at temperature, the gas valve closes there are no longer flames. You only use gas and see flames in the oven when the oven is actively heating.
In the event of a power failure, the oven is inoperable but the burners may be lit with a match. We hope this is helpful. Keep in touch at GEAppliances.com. Sue
