GE JP340 User's Manual
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1. If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 To To Recycled Paper Part No 164D2966P175 1 Pub No 49 8661 9 96 CG JP340 Printed in LaFayette GA2. 4007 ANOX Jo sainjeay 3 4 6 8 12 13 7 8 Your new cooktop has a radiant glass ceramic cooktop If you are used to cooking with gas burners or electric surface units you will notice some differences when HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE WITH YOUR OLD ONE you use the radiant cooktop Type of Cooktop Radiant Glass Ceramic Cooktop O Electric Coil Induction MI KAATI KNN Solid Disk Gas Burners Description Electric coils under a glass ceramic cooktop Flattened metal tubing containing electric resistance wire suspended over a drip pan High frequency induction coils under a glass surface Solid cast iron disk sealed to the cooktop surface Regular or sealed gas burners use either LP gas or natural gas The best types of cookware to use plus heat up and cool down times depend upon the type of burner or surface unit you have The following chart will help you to understand the differences between radiant cooktops and any other type of cooktop you may have used in the past How It Works Heat travels to the glass surface and then to the cookware so pans must be flat on the bottom for good cooking results The glass cooktop stays hot enough to continue cooking long after it is turned off Remove the pan from the surface unit if you want cooking to stop Heats by direct contact with the pan and by heating the air under the pan For best cooking results use good
3. Cleaning Creme on the glass cooktop For normal light soil 1 Rub a few drops less is better of the cleaning cream onto soiled area using a damp paper towel Buff with a dry paper towel until all soil and cream are removed Frequent cleaning leaves a protective coating which is essential in preventing scratches and abrasions 2 Clean the surface with the cleaning cream after each use For heavy burned on soil 1 Apply a few drops of the cleaning cream to the cool soiled area 2 Using a damp paper towel rub the cream into the burned on area As with any burned on spill this may require some effort 3 Carefully scrape soil with razor scraper Hold scraper at a 30 angle against the glass cooktop 4 If any soil remains repeat the steps listed above For additional protection after all soil has been removed polish the entire surface with the cleaning cream 5 Buff with a dry paper towel NOTE e Using a razor scraper will not damage the surface if the 30 angle is maintained e Be sure to use a new sharp razor scraper Do not use a dull or nicked blade Store the razor scraper out of reach of children PRECAUTIONS e If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum copper or enamel are allowed to boil dry the overlay may bond with the glass cooktop and leave a black discoloration This should be removed immediately before heating again or the discoloration may be permanent e Water stains mineral de
4. FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following e Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker or fuse Mark it for easy reference e Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this guide e Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the provided installation instructions e Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your cooktop unless it is specifically recommended in this guide All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician e Before performing any service DISCONNECT THE COOKTOP POWER SUPPLY AT THE HOUSEHOLD DISTRIBUTION PANEL BY REMOVING THE FUSE OR SWITCHING OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER e Do not leave children alone children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where an appliance is in use They should never be
5. coating helps to prevent build up of mineral deposits water spots and will make future cleaning easier Dishwashing detergents remove this protective coating and therefore make the cooktop more susceptible to staining To conveniently order more cream and or scrapers for cleaning your glass cooktop please call our toll free number National Parts Center 800 626 2002 Cleaner WX10X300 Scraper WX5X1614 Cream and scraper kit WB64X5027 If you slide aluminum or copper cookware across the surface of your cooktop they may leave metal markings which appear as scratches If this should happen use the razor scraper and cleaning cream to remove these markings Failure to remove these residues immediately may leave permanent marks Most cleaners contain ammonia chemicals and abrasives which can damage the surface of your cooktop Use only the recommended cleaning cream for proper cleaning and protection of your glass cooktop Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the cleaning cream labels CARE AND CLEANING T Proper care and cleaning are important so your radiant Be sure that the surface unit control knobs are cooktop will give you efficient and satisfactory turned off and that the entire cooktop is cool service If soil mineral deposits from evaporated before cleaning Do not use a cooktop cleaner on water spills or metal rub off from aluminum a hot cooktop The fumes can be hazardous to your op cookware is n
6. D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Damage to the glass cooktop caused by the use of cleaners other than the recommended cleaning cream provided with the product Damage to the glass cooktop caused by hardened spills of sugary materials or melted plastic that are not cleaned according to the directions in the Use and Care guide Damage to the product due to misuse or abuse Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company
7. T WORK PROPERLY TINY SCRATCHES may appear as cracks OR ABRASIONS ON RADIANT COOKTOP GLASS SURFACE METAL MARKINGS may appear as scratches DARK STREAKS OR SPECKS AREAS OF DISCOLORATION ON COOKTOP HOT SUGAR MIXTURES PLASTIC MELTED TO THE SURFACE FREQUENT CYCLING OFF AND ON OF RADIANT SURFACE UNITS CONTROL KNOB WILL NOT TURN QUESTIONS USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER POSSIBLE CAUSE e You must use pans which are absolutely flat If light can be seen between the pan bottom and a straight edge the surface units will not transfer heat properly e Pan bottoms should closely match the diameter of the surface unit selected e The glass cooktop surfaces may seem hotter than you are used to This is normal Make sure flat bottomed pans are used e Improper cookware being used Pan bottoms should be flat fairly heavy weight and the same diameter as the surface unit selected e Difficulty may be in the main distribution panel of your house caused by a blown cooktop circuit fuse a tripped cooktop circuit breaker the main fuse or the main circuit breaker depending on the nature of the power supply If a circuit breaker is involved reset it If the control box uses fuses the cooktop fuse a cartridge type should be changed BUT ONLY BY SOMEONE FAMILIAR WITH ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS If after performing one of these procedures the fuse blows or circuit breaker trips again call for service NOTE Apartment tenants or condomini
8. Use and Care Guide Radiant Cooktop More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Operating Instructions Tips yN Safety Instructions 3 5 J Problem Solver 14 Appliance Registration ccccccceeeeseees 2 Fe Canning Tips cise sass ceastncet rect s 11 lt Q Consumer Services 15 COX 0 a 1 0 se 7 8 Important Phone Numbets 00006 15 Cookware TIPS cccscceseeseteteteeeeeeees 9 10 Model and Serial Numbers 0 00 2 Cooktop ComparisOn cccccsccccceeseseteeees 6 Removal of Packaging Tape 0000 2 Features o ccecccecccscecesesssseecessecesessessesesenseeeacees 5 Warranty cccccccsessesseeteeeeseteeees Back Cover Glass Cooktop Cleaning ccccseeeee 12 _ gt __ T Care and Cleaning 12 13 Cooktop FraMme cccccccescssesessssesesseseteeeeees 13 Control Kn ODS eececeeceseeeeeeeeeeeeseseeeees 13 Glass Cooktop Cleaning cccccceees 12 GE Appliances Model JP340 164D2966P175 1 HELP US HELP YOU Before using your cooktop read this guide carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new cooktop properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week How
9. allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance e Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the cooktop e CAUTION ITEMS OF INTEREST TO CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED IN CABINETS ABOVE A COOKTOP CHILDREN CLIMBING ON THE COOKTOP TO REACH ITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED e Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance Be careful when reaching for items stored in cabinets over the cooktop Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with a hot surface unit and may cause severe burns e Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders touch a hot surface unit Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a pot holder Such cloths can catch fire on a hot surface unit e For your safety never use your appliance for warming or heating the room Do not store flammable materials near the cooktop e Keep the hood and grease filters clean to maintain good venting and to avoid grease fires e DO NOT STORE OR USE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE e Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate on the cooktop geste Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn the controls off Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well fitt
10. cedures are available from the manufacturer of your canner manufacturers of glass jars for canning such as Ball and Kerr and the United States Department of Agriculture Extension Service 4 Remember that canning is a process that generates large amounts of steam To avoid burns from steam or heat be careful when canning NOTE If your house has low voltage canning may take longer than expected even though directions have been carefully followed The process time will be shortened by 1 using a pressure canner and 2 starting with HOT tap water for fastest heating of large quantities of water What is a Temperature Limiter Every radiant surface unit has a Temperature Limiter The Temperature Limiter protects the glass ceramic surface from getting too hot The Temperature Limiter may cycle the units off for a time if e The pan boils dry e The pan bottom is not flat e The pan is off center e There is no pan on the unit 11 T z OQ 5 ve ge DM SdI JIBM OOD GLASS COOKTOP CLEANING Cleaning of glass cooktops is different from cleaning a standard porcelain finish To maintain and protect the surface of your new glass cooktop follow these basic steps Before you use the cooktop for the first time clean it with cleaning cream This helps protect the top and makes clean up easier DAILY CLEANING Use only a recommended cleaning cream such as Cerama Brite or Cooktop
11. e 14 800 626 2000 Well Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE we ll be there All you have to do is call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Whatever your question about any GE major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Saturdays Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be handled in just one visit a pe a al S N la lt z For Customers With Special Needs 800 626 2000 Upon request GE will provide Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of GE access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may appliances and a brochure to call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request assist in planning a barrier free information or service kitchen for persons with limited mobility To ob
12. e to boil water RIGHT att Flat bottomed canners are required for glass cooktops CAUTION Safe canning requires that harmful microorganisms are destroyed and that the jars are sealed completely When canning foods in a water bath canner a gentle but steady boil must be maintained for the required time When canning foods in a pressure canner the pressure must be maintained for the required time After you have adjusted the controls it is very important to make sure the prescribed boil or pressure levels are maintained for the required time The cooktop surface units have temperature limiters that prevent the glass cooktop from getting too hot If the bottom of your canner is not flat the surface unit can overheat triggering the temperature limiter to cycle the unit off for a time This will stop the boil or reduce the pressure in the canner Since you must make sure to process the canning jars for the prescribed time with no interruption in processing time do not can on any cooktop surface unit if your canner is not flat HOWEVER DO NOT USE LARGE DIAMETER CANNERS OR OTHER LARGE DIAMETER POTS FOR FRYING OR BOILING FOODS OTHER THAN WATER Most syrup or sauce mixtures and all types of frying cook at temperatures much higher than boiling water Such temperatures could eventually harm the glass cooktop surfaces 3 When canning use recipes and procedures from reputable sources Reliable recipes and pro
13. higher heat settings always results in a quicker heat change than switching to lower settings The control knob must be pushed in and turned from the OFF position When the control is in any position other than OFF it may be rotated without pushing it in Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF when you finish cooking The UNIT ON indicator light will glow when any surface unit is on continued next page J doy3009 uosueduro OQ 5 sa S A 5 z DM COOKWARE TIPS Types of Cookware The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance Stainless Steel highly recommended Especially good with a sandwich clad bottom The sandwich bottom combines the benefits of stainless steel appearance durability and stability with the advantages of aluminum or copper heat conduction even heat distribution Aluminum heavy weight recommended Good conductivity Aluminum residues sometimes appear as scratches on the cooktop but can be removed if cleaned immediately Because of its low melting point thin weight aluminum should not be used Copper Bottom Good performance but copper may leave residues which can appear as scratches The residues can be removed as long as the cooktop is cleaned immediately However do not let these pots boil dry Overheated metal can bond to glass cooktops An overheated copper bottom pot will leave a residue that will permanently stai
14. ill provide free of charge a replacement glass cooktop due to e Cracking of the glass cooktop due to thermal shock e Discoloration of the glass cooktop e Wear off of the pattern on the glass cooktop e Cracking of the rubber seal between the glass cooktop and the porcelain edge Burn out of any of the radiant surface units For this limited additional four year warranty you pay for the service trip to your home and all service labor charges e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service e Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical gas exhausting and other connecting facilities as described in the Installation Instructions provided with the product e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington
15. ing lid cookie sheet or flat tray Use a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or if available by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher e Clean the cooktop with caution If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot surface unit be careful to avoid steam burns Some cleansers can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface NOTE We recommend that you avoid wiping any surface unit areas until they have cooled and the indicator light has gone off Sugar spills are the exception to this Please see the Glass Cooktop Cleaning section When the cooktop is cool use only the recommended cleaning cream to clean the cooktop e Do not operate the radiant surface units if the glass is broken Spillovers or cleaning solution may penetrate a broken cooktop and create a risk of electrical shock Contact a qualified technician if your glass cooktop breaks e Use care when touching the cooktop The glass surface of the cooktop will retain heat after the controls have been turned off e Do not touch the surface units These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact the surface units or areas nearby surface units allow sufficient time for cooling first Potentially hot surfaces incl
16. n the cooktop if not removed immediately How to Check Pan Performance Use of correct cookware can affect the cooking performance and cleaning of your cooktop The correct cookware reduces the temperature of the cooktop surface and minimizes the chance of spillovers burning onto the cooktop You must use pans with perfectly flat bottoms Some pans may have curved or rounded bottoms or may be warped If you are unsure of the flatness of your pans you may do this quick test Turn your pan upside down on the countertop place a ruler flat against the pan surface The bottom of the pan and the straight edge of the ruler should fit flush against each other all the way across Turn the ruler a full 360 degrees checking for any space between the ruler and the bottom of the pan Porcelain Enamel Covered Cast Iron smooth bottom recommended Good conductivity Use caution if sliding the pan across the glass cooktop because it may scratch the glass Pans with non enamel coated bottoms may be used if the bottom of the pan is very smooth Glass ceramic usable but not recommended Poor performance May scratch the surface Stoneware usable but not recommended Poor performance May scratch the surface sqouy 0 1u07 LS AS RS Pans with rounded curved ridged or warped bottoms are not recommended Another simple test to determine even heat distribution across the cookware bottom is to put one inch of water in the pan B
17. ng at high or medium high temperatures e When flaming foods are under the hood turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flame e Foods for frying should be as dry as possible Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan e Never try to move a pan of hot fat especially a deep fat fryer Wait until the fat is cool e Use little fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added e If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly e Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point e Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings on or near your cooktop FEATURES OF YOUR COOKTOP Feature Index 1 Glass Ceramic Cooktop 2 Surface Unit 3 Model and Serial Numbers Under the unit 4 Control Knobs 5 UNIT ON Indicator Light 6 HOT SURFACE Indicator Light A e To avoid possible damage to the cooking surface do not apply the cleaning cream to the glass surface when it is hot e After cleaning use a dry cloth or paper towel to remove all the cleaning cream residue e Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the cleaning cream labels SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS mM suononaysuy Ajayes juey10duly Explained on page 4 8 11 3 11 2 do
18. oktop can be scratched with items such as sharp instruments rings or other jewelry and rivets on clothing e Never use the glass cooktop surface as a cutting board e Do not place or store items on top of the glass cooktop surface when it is not in use e Be careful when placing spoons or other stirring utensils on glass cooktop surface when it is in use They may become hot and could cause burns e Avoid heating an empty pan Doing so may damage the cooktop and the pan Do not allow water other liquids or grease to remain on the cooktop or control panel e Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats e Clean only parts listed in this guide Do not stand on the glass cooktop e Keep cooktop clean and free of accumulation of grease or spillovers which may ignite e To minimize the possibility of burns always be certain that the controls for all surface units are at the off position and the entire glass surface is cool before attempting to clean the cooktop e Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and canned food a safe distance away from your cooktop They may become hot and could cause burns e Never heat unopened food containers Pressure buildup may make container burst and cause injury e Teach children not to play with controls or any other part of the cooktop e Always turn the surface unit controls off before removing the cookware e Carefully watch for spillovers or overheating of foods when fryi
19. ot removed it will burn on the glass health and can chemically attack the glass surface D cooktop surface and cause permanent discoloration BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF AND AN Follow these directions carefully in caring for your ALL SURFACES ARE COOL BEFORE cooktop to assure safe and proper maintenance CLEANING ANY PART OF THE COOKTOP Q x e Control Knobs S The control knobs may be removed for easier Molded Rib A cleaning pmt Before removing the knobs for cleaning please S SS lt lt e ae note that the knobs are in the proper OFF position N When replacing the knobs check the OFF position ow 2 to insure proper placement The knob stem has a groove in each side The groove on one side has a spring clip The other groove is clear see illustration Check the inside of the knob and find the molded rib Wash the knobs in soap and water or a vinegar and hot water solution but do not soak suIUvd Clear Groove in Stem Replace the knob by fitting the molded rib inside the knob into the clear groove on the stem Cooktop Frame Use the same cleaning methods as those described for the glass ceramic top with the exception of using a scraper Do not scrape the frame as this will damage the metal surface O ge pe 2 E suIUvO 13 PROBLEM SURFACE UNITS WILL NOT MAINTAIN A ROLLING BOIL OR FRYING RATE IS NOT FAST ENOUGH COOKTOP FEELS HOT FOODS COOK SLOWLY SURFACE UNITS DO NO
20. ough to touch OFF Lo HI Medium Low High MED NOTE e At HI and Medium High settings never leave food unattended Boilovers cause smoking greasy spillovers may catch on fire e When a surface unit is turned on the unit can be seen glowing red within a few seconds The red glow will turn on and off cycling to maintain the selected heat setting With poor cookware you will see frequent cycling of the unit off and on Good flat cookware will minimize the cycling See the Cookware Tips section e It is safe to place hot cookware from the oven or surface on the glass ceramic surface when it is cool CAUTION When the surface controls are turned off the HOT SURFACE indicator light will remain lit until the cooktop surface has cooled to approximately 150 F The glass ceramic surface will retain heat after the indicator light goes out Use caution until the cooktop surface has had time to cool COOKWARE TIPS continued e Do not use woks that have support rings This type of wok will not heat on radiant surface units e Place only dry pans on the surface units Do not place lids on the surface units particularly wet lids e We recommend that you use e Some special cooking procedures require specific only a flat bottomed wok Qf cookware such as pressure cookers deep fat fryers They are available at your etc All cookware must have flat bottoms and be the local retail store The bottom cor
21. posits are removable using the cleaning cream or full strength white vinegar e Use of window cleaner may leave an iridescent film on the cooktop The cleaning cream will remove this discoloration 1 SPECIAL CARE Sugary spillovers such as jellies fudge candy syrups or melted plastics can cause pitting of the surface of your cooktop not covered by the warranty unless the spill is removed while still hot Special care should be taken when removing hot substances Follow these instructions carefully and remove soil while spill is still hot 1 Turn off all surface units affected by the spillover Remove hot pans 2 Wearing an oven mitt hold the razor scraper at a 30 angle to the 5 gt cooktop and scrape hot spilltoa Z a cool area outside the surface unit lt ij 3 With the spill in a cool area use a dry paper towel to remove any excess Any spillover remaining should be left until the surface of the cooktop has cooled Do not continue to use the soiled surface unit until all of the spillover has been removed Follow the steps under Heavy Soil to continue the cleaning process COOKTOP SEAL To clean the cooktop seal let a wet cloth rest on it for a few minutes then wipe clean Use a mild detergent if needed Do not use a knife or any sharp object on the seal because it will cut or damage it GENERAL INFORMATION As the cleaning cream cleans it leaves a protective coating on the cooktop surface This
22. quality pans Electric coils are more forgiving of warped pans than radiant or solid disks Heats up quickly but does not change heat settings as quickly as gas or induction Electric coils stay hot enough to continue cooking for a short time after they are turned off Pans must be made of ferrous metals metal that attracts a magnet Heat is produced by a magnetic circuit between the coil and the pan Heats up right away and changes heat settings right away like a gas cooktop After turning the control off the glass cooktop is hot from the heat of the pan but cooking stops right away Heats by direct contact with the pan so pans must be flat on the bottom for good cooking results Heats up and cools down more slowly than electric coils The disk stays hot enough to continue cooking after it is turned off Remove the pan from the solid disk if you want the cooking to stop Flames heat the pans directly Pan flatness is not critical to cooking results but pans should be well balanced Gas burners heat the pan right away and change heat settings right away When you turn the control off cooking stops right away CONTROL KNOBS At both OFF and HI the control clicks into position In a quiet kitchen you may hear slight clicking sounds an indication that the heat settings you selected are being maintained How to Set the Controls 1 Grasp the control knob 2 Turn the knob to the desired heat setting Switching to
23. rect size of the wok should have the same diameter as the surface unit to insure proper contact SPECIAL CAUTIONS FOR GLASS COOKTOPS e Never cook directly on the e Do not slide cookware SURFACE glass Always use cookware DRAGGING across the cooktop because COOKING it can scratch the glass ASN the glass is scratch T resistant not scratch proof p e Always place the pan in the e Do not use the surface as a center of the surface unit CUTTING cutting board you are cooking on pe ees e Don t store heavy items DROPPING above the cooktop If they E N drop onto the cooktop they can cause damage 10 HOME CANNING TIPS Pots that extend beyond 1 inch of the surface unit s circle are not recommended for most surface cooking However when canning with water bath or pressure canner larger diameter pots may be used This is because boiling water temperatures even under pressure are not harmful to the cooktop surfaces surrounding the surface units Observe the Following Points in Canning 1 Be sure the canner fits over the center of the surface unit If your cooktop or its location does not allow the canner to be centered on the surface unit use smaller diameter pots for good canning results 2 Flat bottomed canners must be used Do not use canners with flanged or rippled bottoms often found in enamelware because they don t make enough contact with the surface units and take a long tim
24. ring the water to a boil and observe the location of bubbles as the water starts to boil Good flat cookware will have an even distribution of bubbles over the bottom surface area of the pan Bubbles localized in only a portion of the bottom indicate uneven contact of the pan to the surface unit uneven heat transfer or an unsuitable pan Use pans that match the diameter of the surface unit Cooking performance will not be as good if the cookware is either smaller or larger than the surface unit OQ Si S o ge DM continued next page CONTROL KNOBS continued Cooking Guide for Using Heat Settings HI Quick start for cooking brings water to a boil Medium High Setting halfway between HI and MED Fast fry pan broil maintains a fast boil on large amounts of food MED Saut and brown maintains a slow boil on large amounts of food Medium Low Setting halfway between MED and LO Cook after starting at HI cooks with little water in covered pan LO Steam rice cereal maintains serving temperature of most foods Slow cooking and simmering At LO setting melt chocolate and butter on small surface unit Cooktop temperatures increase with the number of surface units that are on With 3 or 4 units turned on surface temperatures are high so be careful when touching the cooktop The HOT SURFACE indicator light will remain lit after the surface unit is off until the surface is cool en
25. tain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 s Service Contracts 5 800 626 2224 You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there 5 after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still pmi in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract N you re assured of future service at today s prices Past 3 3 z O Parts and Accessories Individuals qualified to service their own appliances User maintenance instructions contained in this can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home guide cover procedures intended to be performed The GE parts system provides access to over 47 000 by any user Other servicing generally should be parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully referred to qualified service personnel Caution warranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are must be exercised since improper servicing may accepted cause unsafe operation YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC COOKTOP WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the cooktop that fails because of a manufacturing defect WHAT IS NOT COVERED LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR YEAR WARRANTY For the second through fifth year from date of original purchase we w
26. to Remove Packaging Tape To assure no damage is done to the finish of the product the safest way to remove the packaging tape adhesive on new appliances is an application of a household liquid dishwashing detergent mineral oil or cooking oil Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak Wipe dry and then apply an appliance polish to thoroughly clean and protect the surface NOTE The plastic tape must be removed from the chrome trim on cooktop parts It cannot be removed after the cooktop has been heated Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find them on a label under the cooktop These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your cooktop Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your cooktop If you received a damaged cooktop Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the cooktop Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself IF YOU NEED SERVICE To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this guide We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follow for further help
27. ude the cooktop and areas facing the cooktop continued next page gr r e po N ti p VN 3 r pi o VN IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued e Never leave the surface units unattended at high heat settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire e Use proper pan size select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit s heating area The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the surface unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of cookware to surface unit will also improve efficiency See the Cookware Tips section of the guide e Only certain types of glass glass ceramic earthenware or other glazed containers are suitable for cooktop cooking others may break because of the sudden change in temperature e To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage the handle of a container should be turned toward the center of the cooktop without extending over nearby surface units e Always keep combustible wall coverings curtains or drapes a safe distance away from your cooktop e Always keep dish towels dish cloths pot holders and other linens a safe distance away from your cooktop e Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food on the cooktop when not in use e Avoid scratching the glass cooktop The co
28. um owners should ask their building management to perform this check before calling for service e Cooktop surface unit controls are not properly set or the wrong control knob is set for the surface unit you are using e Incorrect cleaning methods have been used cookware with rough bottoms has been used or coarse particles salt or sand were between the cookware and the surface of the cooktop Use recommended cleaning procedures be sure cookware bottoms and cookware are clean before use and use cookware with smooth bottoms Tiny scratches are not removable but will become less visible in time as a result of cleaning Do not slide aluminum cookware across the surface Use recommended cleaning procedure to remove marks e Incorrect cleaning materials have been used encrusted boilovers or grease spatters remain on the surface Use a razor scraper and recommended cleaning procedure e Use a razor scraper and recommended cleaning procedure e Marks from aluminum and copper pans as well as mineral deposits from water or food can be removed with the cleaning cream e See the Glass Cooktop Cleaning section e Incorrect cookware used Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling e When the knob is at the OFF position it must be pushed in before it can be turned When the knob is at any other position it can be turned without being pushed in If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center consumer information servic
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