GE 36 in. JGP656 Gas Cooktop
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1. Gas Downdraft Cooktop Safety Instructions Safety precautions 2 4 7 Operating Instructions Tips PUOIS 424a006e4e555eu ous 9 Cookware tips Features of your cooktop 8 Vent system l1 Care and Cleaning Burner assemblies 12 Burner caps 260 udmdadedins 13 Burner grates 13 Burner heads 13 Control knobs 12 Glass cooktop 12 Grease filters 12 Installation Instructions Installing the cooktop 14 16 19 24 Installing the downdraft system 17 18 IEPGAG 4 644245400609400 04 7 Before You Call For Service Troubleshooting tips 25 Consumer Services Important phone numbers Back Cover Model and serial number location 00 e ee 3 Product registration 3 29 30 Warranty 242460h0 dene hee 31 Www geappliances com GE Appliances Installation and Owner s Manual JGP656 183D5580P078 49 80011 04 00 JR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING WARNIN G If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death Safety Instructions Donotstore or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone2. gt z Q a buiuea sdij Gunooysasqnos JOUIO JSN GIINII Safety Instructions T S 3 S D X S S Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips rvice Customer Se Service Telephone Numbers a2 GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week OR Visit our Website at www geappliances com In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away Special Needs Service 800 626 2000 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 GE offers free of charge a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility Service Contracts 800 626 2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Service Satisfaction If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE First contact the peopl
3. Housing Place the downdraft vent into the countertop cutout against the back side Secure the downdraft to the countertop supplied brackets See illustration Fasten brackets to top screws on the front side of the vent secure to cabinet side wall just below the countertop Or Fasten one bracket to vent side and secure to cabinet back wall Install two brackets on the bottom of the vent Attach brackets to slide screws on the vent and to the floor using wood screws not supplied When installing in a tile countertop surface it may be necessary to apply a locally approved caulking to cover any gaps Step 2 Install the Ductwork Use minimum 26 gauge galvanized or 24 gauge aluminum duct in 6 round or 34 x 10 size ora combination of both PVC duct should be used if installing under a poured concrete slab DO NOT use flexible plastic ducting Always use an appropriate roof or wall cap with damper Laundry type wall caps should never be used Use the straightest duct run possible For satisfactory performance the duct run should not exceed 150 ft or its equivalent length if bends or other various fittings are used Refer to table of equivalent lengths for various duct configurations Duct tape over seam and Air flow Install ductwork so that the piece of duct nearest the downdraft unit slots INTO the next piece of the duct Secure the joints with self tapping screws and apply duct tape ar
4. are shipped from the factory set for natural gas If you decide to use this cooktop with LP gas conversion adjustments must be made by a service technician or other qualified person Order JXLP56 Conversion Kit The pressure regulator must be connected in series with the manifold of the cooktop and must remain in series with the supply line regardless of type of gas being used For proper operation the maximum inlet pressure to the regulator must be no more than 10 water column pressure for natural gas and 14 water column pressure for LP gas When checking the regulator the inlet pressure must be at least 1 greater than the regulator output setting If the regulator is set for 4 of water column pressure the inlet pressure must be at least 5 If the regulator is set for 10 of water column pressure the inlet pressure must be at least 11 For ease of installation and if local codes permit the gas supply line into the cooktop should be 1 2 or 3 4 ID flexible metal appliance connector three to five feet long NOTE Purchase a new flexible line DO NOT USE AN OLD PREVIOUSLY USED LINE Make gas connection through rear wall or on cabinet floor at rear as illustrated 20 Electrical Supply Do not locate gas or electrical connections within shaded area Electrical outlet 12 above cabinet floor Gas location The built in gas downdraft cooktop features pilotless electric ignition f
5. correct size burner There are 2 medium one large and one small head and cap To prevent rusting apply a light coating of cooking oil on the bottom of the grates Although they re durable the grates will gradually lose their shine regardless of the best care you can give them This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat lI suon nnsuj Ajajes suo n nysuj Guyesadg X Q Q t I Guluea sdij Gunooysasqnos J9UIO SN IGIINIA Installation instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully Save these instructions for local inspector s use I M P 0 R TA N T_opserve ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer FOR YOUR SAFETY If You Smell Gas 1 Open windows 2 Don t touch any electrical switches 3 Extinguish any open flame 4 Immediately call your gas supplier Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Parts List Cooktop 2 twin burner grates 4 burner caps 1 small 2 medium large Gas pressure regulator with attached 1 2 to 3 8 reducing bushing and 3 8 pipe nipple 2 clamping brackets with screws Attached 120 volt gr
6. from the surface burners If you smell gas turn off the gas to the cooktop and call a qualified service technician Never use an open flame to locate a leak To avoid the possibility of a burn always be certain that the controls for all burners are at the off position and all grates are cool Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings on or near your cooktop Don t use aluminum foil to line burner bowls Misuse could result in a fire hazard or damage to the cooktop Do not cover or block the area around the cooktop knobs This area must be kept clear for proper ventilation and burner performance Clean only parts listed in this Owner s Manual suononysuy Guyesadg before attempting to remove them Never clean the cooktop surface when it is hot Some cleaners produce noxious fumes and wet cloths could cause steam burns if used on a hot surface X Q gt z Q I SPP COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY a T Cook meat and poultry thoroughly meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160 F and poultry Q to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180 F Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness buiuea e LP CONVERSION KIT Your cooktop is shipped from the factory set to operate only with Natural Gas If you wish to use your cooktop with Liquefied Petroleum Gas order Kit JXLP56 sdij Gunooysasqnosy Vis Df READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY Ao N
7. or oven cooking It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly Check cookware manufacturer s directions to be sure it can be used on a gas cooktop Stainless Steel This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat as the manufacturer recommends MAUL lt ANN ALGININ top grill on the sealed gas burner it will cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards This can be hazardous to your health Y D S E T S rvice Customer Se 10 Continuous use of the vent system for cleaning helps keep the kitchen comfortable Cooktop vent system D The built in vent system helps remove and less humid reducing cooking cooking vapors odors and smoke from odors and soiling moisture that 7 foods prepared on the cooktop normally creates a frequent need S N Raising or Lowering the Vent RAISE gt _ LOWER To raise the vent turn the VENT knob to AS the RAISE LOWER position The vent will rise to the fully extended position lt There is no intermediate position To lower the vent turn the VENT knob a again to the RAISE LOWER position The vent will then descend Q VENT The vent fan will only operate in the
8. service call 800 GE CARES For The Period Of GE Will Replace At No Charge To You One Year Any part of the cooktop which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the date of the During this full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor original purchase and in home service to replace the defective part What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit the product breakers Improper installation Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used Crane for other than the intended purpose or used Incidental or consequential damage to personal commercially property caused by possible defects with this appliance This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages 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 consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 S7 suon nnsuj Ajajes suononysuy Guyesadg X Q
9. AUTIONS Have the installer show you the location of the cooktop gas shut off valve and how to shut it Care and Cleaning Y D S E T S rvice Customer Se 1 N off if necessary Have your cooktop installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the Installation Instructions Any adjustment and service should be performed only by qualified gas cooktop installers or service technicians Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your cooktop unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other service should be referred to a qualified technician Locate the cooktop out of kitchen traffic path and out of drafty locations to prevent pilot outage and poor air circulation Plug your cooktop into a 120 volt grounded outlet only Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug If in doubt about the grounding of the home electrical system it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly grounded three prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance Let the burner grates and other surfaces cool before touching them or leaving them where children can reach them Be sure all packaging materials are removed from the cooktop before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packaging material ignite Be sure your cookt
10. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS J9UIO SN GIINIIA Features of your cooktop Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Safety Instructions Ss 7 S D S X S gt amp Ss amp S Explained N Feature Index on page Q p pl 1 Vent 11 Vent Filters 12 Simmer Spillproof Burner 9 13 Spillproof Burners 12 13 O High Power Spillproof Burner 9 13 Q Fan Speed Control 11 Vent Control 11 2 Surface Unit Controls 9 z Glass Cooktop Surface 12 Cast Iron Burner Grates 13 S Using your cooktop Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF when you finish cooking How to Light a Burner Your cooktop burners are lit by electric ignition eliminating the need for standing pilot lights with constantly burning flames The igniters make clicking sounds and spark even when only a single burner is being turned on Do not touch any of the burners when the igniters are clicking Push the control knob in and turn it counterclockwise to the desired position from HIGH to LO After the burner ignites turn the knob in either direction to adjust the flame size To turn a burner off turn the knob clockwise as far as it will go to the OFF position Simmer and Power Burners The right rear burner is best for smaller pans and cooking operations requiring carefully controlled simmering conditions How to
11. Select Flame Size For safe handling of cookware never let the flames extend up the sides of the cookware Watch the flame not the knob as you reduce heat The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using In case of a power failure you can light the burners with a match Hold a lit match to the burner then push in and turn the control knob to the HIGH position Use extreme caution when lighting burners this way Burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate he finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat Check to be sure the burner you turn on is the one you want to use Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you place your hand a pot holder cleaning cloths or other materials on them The front right burner is the high power burner for larger pans and fast boiling operations Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware is wasted and only serves to heat the handle suon nnsuj Ajajes suononysuy Guyesadg X Q gt z Q I buiuea sdij Gunooysasqnosy J9UIO JSN GIINIIA MAETR Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Using your cooktop NZ Use a flat bottomed wok Wok This Way We recommend that you use a flat bottomed wok available at your local retail stores or use the Wok Holder accessory
12. are is large enough to contain the food properly This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food since heavy spattering or spillovers left on cooktop can ignite Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Y D S s T S rvice Customer Se Always use the LITE position when igniting the top burners and make sure the burners have ignited Never leave the surface burners unattended at high flame settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders come near open flames when lifting cookware Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a pot holder Such cloths can catch fire on a hot burner When using glass cookware make sure it is designed for cooktop cooking To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage turn cookware handles toward the side or center of the cooktop without extending over adjacent burners Always turn the surface burner controls off before removing cookware Carefully watch foods being fried at a high flame setting Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Do not leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increas
13. burner head is positioned over the electrode Check for proper ignition Push in one control knob and turn 90 to HIGH position The igniter will spark and the burner will light the igniter will cease sparking when the burner is lit First test may require some time while air is flushed out of the gas line Turn knob to OFF Repeat the procedure for each burner Step 8 Install Filters Check Operation of Downdraft To raise the vent turn the VENT knob to RAISE LO WER Hold the knob until the vent begins to rise The vent will automatically stop when it is fully extended Tip filter into the opening and pull straight down so that the filter rests on slides oS SSSI OK SSK SSO OOOOH SSK OOOO OR RISK z OSC OSS S52 OKI S OOS C82 QS SLS Tip the other filter into the opening and pull straight down To turn the fan on turn the FAN knob to HIGH Continue turning the FAN knob to select a fan speed between HIGH and LO NOTE It is not necessary to turn the fan OFF before lowering the vent The fan will automatically turn off when the vent is lowered When the fan is not turned off before lowering the vent it will automatically come on at the previously selected speed when the vent is fully raised To lower the vent turn the VENT knob to RAISE LOWER Hold the knob until the vent begins to lower Before You Call For Service Problem Burners have yellow or yellow tipped flames Control kn
14. countertop nN O E opening Push the vent all the way to the back of the opening m i Discharge right Ifyou are transitioning to 6 round place transition piece over the discharge outlet Mark the location and remove the assembly Jl A Cut holes and install ductwork connections Z Order JXRB57 for installation of the blower and motor 9 below the floor Z Order JXBC57 for installation of the blower and motor outdoors Discharge left Installation of the downdraft system Optional Kits RE JXRB57 optional accessory for indoor remote location JXBC57 optional outdoor cover accessory for remote of the blower motor assembly Use this kit when the installation of blower and motor assembly on an blower and motor assembly will be located outside or outside wall below the cabinet floor 18 Installation instructions Duct Fittings Use the chart at the right to compute maximum permissible lengths for duct runs to outdoors NOTE Do not exceed maximum permissible equivalent lengths Flexible ducting If flexible metal ducting is used all the equivalent feet values in the table should be doubled The flexible metal duct should be straight and smooth and extended as much as possible Do NOT use flexible plastic ducting NOTE Any home ventilation system such as a cooktop with a downdraft exhaust mechanism may interru
15. e adjustments blower left to right The entire blower mounting plate can be adjusted 3 to the left or right This will help to align vent i discharge to house ductwork 30 Rotation For even more flexibility the entire blower can be rotated up to 30 towards the left or 30 towards the right Nut location inside the Discharge direction blower discharge The blower assembly may be removed and turned 90 for a left or right side discharge The downdraft vent is shipped with the discharge outlet pointing straight down and can be changed to the left or right side A left or right 90 direction adjustment should be performed before dropping into the countertop opening Flatten the shipping box to use as a pad Lay the vent on its back onto the pad To change to a left or right discharge Remove 4 nuts holding the blower to the mounting plate See illustration One nut is just inside the blower discharge Remove and turn the blower to the right or left Discharge down as supplied Reinstall the 4 nuts To locate the ductwork holes in the cabinet floor 1 or side walls ia Temporarily place vent into the
16. e pressure in closed containers which may cause them to burst Ifa combination of oils or fats will be used in frying stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly Do not use a wok on the cooking surface if the wok has a round metal ring that is placed over the burner grate to support the wok This ring acts as a heat trap which may damage the burner grate and burner head Also it may cause the burner to work improperly This may cause a carbon monoxide level above that allowed by current standards resulting in a health hazard 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 Use the least possible amount of fat for effective shallow or deep fat frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point Never try to move a pan of hot fat especially a deep fat fryer Wait until the fat is cool When flaming foods are under the hood turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flames i SURFACE BURNERS Adjust the burner flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware Excessive flame a r lt gt is hazardous suon nnsuj Ajajes Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent Keep all plastics away
17. e the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons observe the following A Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer Ifyou have questions contact the manufacturer B Before servicing or cleaning the unit switch power off at service panel C When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities D Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors E To reduce the risk of fire use only metal ductwork WARNING T reduce the risk of a cooktop grease fire A Keep fan filters and grease laden surfaces clean B Always turn vent ON when cooking at high heat C Use high settings on cooktop only when necessary Heat oil slowly on low to medium setting D Don t leave the cooktop unattended when cooking E Always use cookware and utensils appropriate for the type and amount of food being prepared CAUTION Ffor general ventilating use only Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors suon nnsuj Ajajes suo n nysuj bu neiado a X Q Q Q buiuea sdij Gunooysasqnos J9UIO SN IIIA IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING SURFACE BURNERS Use proper pan size avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped Select cookware having flat lt 7 TTS bottoms large enough to cover burner grates To avoid spillovers make sure cookw
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19. fully O e gt extended position A T How to Operate the Vent System Turn the FAN knob to the HIGH If the fan was not turned off when the 2 position to turn it on vent was lowered it will automatically Q S come on at the previously selected If you continue turning the FAN knob speed when the vent is fully raised you can select a fan speed between HIGH and LO The FAN knob does not have to be turned to OFF before the vent is lowered The fan will automatically turn off when the vent is lowered ae D amp S Q CAUTION Be careful when raising or lowering the vent Be sure pots pot handles and other objects are clear of the vent cover and cannot be struck or tipped by the vent being raised Keep hands and fingers away from all vent parts sdij Gunooysasqnosy J9UIO JSN IIINIIA Ll Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Y D S E T S rvice Customer Se Care and cleaning of the cooktop Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop Burner Cap lt gt Burner Head E I2 Burn Bowl Glass Cooktop To keep the cooktop looking its best wipe up any spills as they occur This will keep them from burning on and becoming more difficult to remove As soon as the cooktop is cool wash the glass surface with a cloth moistened with warm soapy water r
20. g Ze Step 4 Install the Cooktop NOTE If the cooktop is installed into a 36 base cabinet the pressure regulator MUST BE installed to the bottom of the cooktop before the cooktop is placed into the cabinet Remove packaging from the cooktop To insure a good fit position the cooktop over the cutout opening and carefully lower into place Check edges all the way around to be sure all cutout edges are concealed and there are no gaps Carefully lift and remove the cooktop Step 4 Install the Cooktop continued 1 16 Cut a 3 16 gasket strip in half Peel off the backing and apply to the underside of the glass cooktop edge on each side at least 3 8 from the back and as close to the edge as possible without protruding Apply the other gasket strip to the underside of the glass at the front of the cooktop Remove remaining adhesive backing Position the cooktop over the opening making sure that the power cord is dropped into the cabinet Lower the cooktop into the cutout pressing gently and evenly to seat NOTE If the cooktop is installed in a 36 base cabinet the mounting brackets cannot be used because of interference with the cabinet sides In this case the cooktop can be secured to the cabinet with angle brackets not supplied Remove one screw Gasket at the bottom of the cooktop body on both sides and secure the bracket with those screws Then secure the brackets t
21. he knob can only be turned in a counterclockwise direction When the knob is at any other position it can be turned in either direction without being pushed in Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly grounded outlet See the nstallation Instructions section Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Remove the obstruction See the Care and cleaning of the cooktop section Use a small sewing needle to unplug Remove knob by pulling it straight off the stem and check the bottom of the knob for any build up of soil If cooktop is connected to LP gas contact the person who installed your cooktop or made the conversion See the nstallation Instructions section Turn knob in clockwise direction to turn fan on 25 suon nnsuj Ajajes suo n nysuj bu neiado X Q Q Q I Guluea sdij Gunooysasqnosy J9UIO SN IIIA 20 391A13 1 WOJSNI 7 suononysuy Ajajeg suon nysuj Guyesadg buiueajg pue 3189 sdij Gurooysajqnos Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service ZF Notes ZO 391A13 1 WOJSNI 7 suononysuy Ajajeg suon nysuj Guyesadg buiueajg pue 3189 sdij Gurooysajqnos GE Service Protection Plus GE a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability offers you Service Protection Plus comprehensive protection on all your appliances No Matter What Bra
22. in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions Operating Instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier CERTIFIED Care and Cleaning Y D S E T S Customer Service GE amp You A Service Partnership Vis IMPORTANT oe NS Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card Q N Two easy ways to register your appliance E Through the internet at www geappliances com eS Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card FOR YOUR RECORDS pO Write the model and serial numbers here You can find them on a label under the cooktop Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your cooktop properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your cooktop IF YOU NEED SERVICE Youll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A l
23. inse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth You can use any liquid household detergent Grease Filters The efficiency of your downdraft depends on a clean filter Frequency of cleaning depends on the type of cooking you do Grease filters should be cleaned at least once a month Never operate the downdraft without the filters in place To remove Lift up and pull the bottom out Remove the left filter first then slide the right filter to the left and remove it To clean Soak and then agitate in a hot detergent solution Light brushing may be used to remove imbedded soil Rinse shake and remove moisture Control Knobs Clean up spatters with a damp cloth Remove heavier soil with warm soapy water Do not use abrasives of any kind on the control panel Sealed Burner Assemblies Turn all controls OFF before removing the burner parts The burner grates caps and burner heads can be lifted off making them easy to clean Electrode LS Do not use abrasive materials such as metal pads cleansing powder and scouring pads they may scratch the surface Do not use harsh chemicals such as bleach or chemical oven cleaners CAUTION Do not cook on or clean a broken or cracked cooktop Cleaning solutions and spillovers penetrating the cooktop can create a risk of electric shock Call for a service technician immediately before replacing Filters may be cleaned by placing in dishwasher although some s
24. ist of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section of this manual Or you can always call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week OR Visit our Website at www geappliances com suon nnsuj Ajajes suononysuy bu nesado X Q Q Q I Guluea sdij Gurooysasqnos J9WIO SN GIINIIA IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Safety Instructions STH IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE a Q The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances namely benzene carbon monoxide formaldehyde and soot caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels Properly adjusted burners indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame will minimize incomplete combustion Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood Operating Instructions WW i SAFETY PREC
25. light color fading may occur after several washings With careful handling the filter will last for years If replacement becomes necessary order the part from your dealer The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning To remove a knob pull it straight off the stem Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not soak CAUTION Do not operate the burner without all burner parts in place The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed when the burner head is removed When one burner is turned to LITE all the burners spark Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on An electric shock may result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware emg Use a sewing needle or twist tie to unclog the small hole in the burner head After cleaning make sure the slot in the burner head is positioned over the electrode Medium Small Cap Cap gt Medium lt e e Large Cap Pea Cap SD Front of Cooktop a gt Burner Heads NOTE Before removing the burner heads and caps remember their size and location Replace them in the same location after cleaning For proper ignition make sure the small hole in the section that fits over the electrode is kept open A sewing needle or wire twist tie works well to unclog it he slits in the burner heads of your cooktop must be kept clean at all times for an even unhampered flame You sh
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27. o the cabinet sides Insert hold down bracket into highest slots on the right and left sides of the cooktop Cooktop has three slots the highest available will depend on the thickness of the countertop Secure the brackets to the underside of the countertop with screws provided Step 5 Electrical Connections Connect the 3 pin plastic plug from the blower motor assembly to the 3 pin plastic socket on the underside of the vent next to the conduit Slide the metal cover over the connection and secure with screws Service plate Electrical 6 pin socket Electrical supply cord 6 Pin plug Pressure Metal regulator cover Connect the 6 pin plastic plug from the downdraft assembly to the 6 pin plastic socket on the underside of the cooktop next to the power cord Slide the metal cover over the connection and secure with screws Step 6 Connect Power Plug power cord into properly grounded receptacle Installation instructions Step 7 Assemble Burners Check Ignition Assemble burner as shown Burner cop _ct5 Burner jou gt ce Burner Bowl Place the burner heads and caps on the burners Make sure that the heads and caps are placed on the correct size burner There is one small 2 medium and one large head and cap Medium Head Small Head and Cap and Cap Medium Head Large Head and Cap and Cap gt Front of Cooktop a gt ee Oar A T A Make sure the slot in the
28. obs will not turn Burners do not light Ticking sound persists after burner ts turned off Burner flames very large or yellow Fan does not work Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the chart on this page first and you may not need to call for service Possible Causes The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually Burner parts not replaced correctly Controls improperly set Plug on cooktop is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet Gas supply not connected or turned on A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Igniter orifice in burner body may be clogged Burner parts not replaced correctly Hole in burner top behind the igniter may be clogged Be sure the knob is in the OFF position Improper air to gas ratio The vent is not fully extended The fan control knob is improperly set What To Do e Use the illustrations below to determine if your burner flames are normal If burner flames look like A call for service Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas you use With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal COCO OO Et C Soft blue flames Normal for natural gas A Yellow flames B Yellow tips Call for service on outer cones Normal for LP gas See Care and cleaning of the cooktop section To turn from the OFF position push the knob in and then turn T
29. oktop is installed properly by a qualified installer or service technician The cooktop must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in their absence with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 Latest Edition Installation of this cooktop must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Latest Edition Disconnect electrical supply before servicing Make sure the wall coverings around the cooktop can withstand heat generated by the cooktop up to 200 F Avoid placing cabinets above the cooktop If cabinets are placed above the cooktop allowa minimum clearance of 30 between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets If cabinets are placed above the cooktop use cabinets no more than 13 deep If a 30 clearance between cooking surface and overhead combustible material or metal cabinets cannot be maintained protect the underside of the cabinets above the cooktop with not less than 1 4 insulating millboard or gypsum board at least 3 16 thick covered with 28 gauge sheet steel or 0 020 thick copper Clearance between the cooking surface and protected cabinets MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 The vertical distance from the plane of the cooking surface to the bottom of adjacent overhead cabinets extending closer than 1 to the plane of the cooktop sides must not be less than 18 Dimensions and Clea
30. op is correctly adjusted by a qualified service technician or installer for the type of gas natural or LP which is to be used Your cooktop can be converted for use with either type of gas See the Installation Instructions in the LP Conversion Kit Do not leave children alone or unattended where a cooktop is hot or in operation They could be seriously burned Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the cooktop When raising or lowering the vent keep fingers away from all vent parts assure that cookware pans and handles will not be struck and tipped when raising the vent Do not operate or clean your cooktop if the glass is broken or cracked Cleaning solutions and spillovers could penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock Call for service immediately if the cooktop glass breaks or cracks _ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CA U Tl ON 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 Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and canned food a safe distance away from your cooktop Always keep combustible wall coverings curtains or drapes a safe distance from your cooktop 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 flame or h
31. or energy savings and reliability It operates on a 120 volt 60 Hz power supply A separate circuit protected by a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker is required A properly grounded 3 prong receptacle should be located within reach of cooktop s four foot power cord IMPORTANT Please read carefully FOR PERSONAL SAFETY THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug which mates with a standard three prong grounding wall receptacle to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance The customer should have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded and has correct polarity Where a standard two prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall receptacle Do Not Under Any Circumstances Cut Or Remove The Third ground Prong From The Power Cord Do not use an extension cord Step 1 Install Downdraft Vent Place the downdraft vent into the countertop cutout against the back side Optional Method z Secure to Cabinet Side With Top Screw on Case Preferred Method Secure the Upper Brackets With Screws Located on the side of Case and Attach to Back Wall of Cabinet Secure the Lower Brackets to Blower
32. ot surfaces and may cause severe burns Teach children not to play with the controls or any other part of the cooktop For your safety never use your appliance for warming or heating the room Always keep dish towels dish cloths pot holders and other linens a safe distance from your cooktop Do not store flammable materials near a cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate on or near the cooktop Do not operate the burner without all burner parts in place Do not place hot cookware on the glass cooktop This could cause glass to break Do not clean the cooktop with flammable or volatile cleaning fluids Do not clean the cooktop when the appliance is in use Avoid scratching the cooktop with sharp instruments or with rings and other jewelry Never use the cooktop as a cutting board Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn the controls off Smother a flaming pan on a surface burner by covering the pan completely with a well fitting 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 WARNIN G To reduc
33. ould clean the surface burners routinely especially after bad spillovers which could clog these openings To remove burned on food soak the burner heads in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water for 20 30 minutes For more stubborn stains use a toothbrush Burner Caps Lift off when cool Wash burner caps in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water You may scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove burned on food particles Dry them in a warm oven or with a cloth don t reassemble them wet Replace the burner caps Burner Grates Cast iron burner grates should be washed regularly and of course after spillovers Wash them in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water Dry the grates with a cloth don t put them back on the cooktop wet When replacing the erates be sure they re positioned securely over the burners To get rid of burned on food place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag Add 1 4 cup ammonia and let them soak for 30 minutes Wash rinse well and dry Before putting the burner head back shake out excess water and then dry it thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven for 30 minutes Replace the burner heads and caps Make sure that the heads and caps are replaced in the correct location There are 2 medium one large and one small head and cap Medium Head Small Head Medium Head Large Head Front of Cooktop Make sure that caps are replaced on the
34. ound the joints to ensure an airtight seal continued on next page Ze Installation instructions Step 3 Install the Pressure Regulator Shut off Install the supplied pressure regulator and nipple in the gas line as close to the cooktop inlet as possible Allowances for ventilation ducting may be necessary Make sure the regulator is installed in the right direction Install a manual shut off valve in the gas line in an easily accessible location NOTE Instead of using solid piping to connect to pressure regulator an approved flexible metal appliance connector may be used between the pipe stub and the shut off valve and the pressure regulator if local codes permit Appropriate flare nuts and adapters are required at each end of the flexible connector Turn on the gas Check for leaks using a liquid leak detector at all joints in the system The pressure test nipple is adjacent to the gas inlet pipe on the rear right hand side of the cooktop bottom CAUTION DO NOT USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS IMPORTANT Disconnect the cooktop and the individual shut off valve from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures greater than 1 2 psig Isolate the cooktop from the gas supply piping system by closing the individual manual shut off valve to the cooktop during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psi
35. ounded plug cord Self adhesive gasket 1 4 x 36 1 3 16 x 36 2 Downdraft and Blower Unit JXBA56 motor and blower assembly is required for both models The blower motor assembly can be located below the cabinet floor The assembly will fit between 16 floor joists Order JXRB57 for indoor remote locations In this installation a transition to 6 round is required The blower motor assembly can also be installed outdoors Order JXBC57 for remote blower installation outdoors Downdraft unit Downdraft stability brackets Two filters Tools and Parts Needed Large flat blade screwdriver Saw Carpenter s square Pipe wrench Manual gas line shut off valve Pipe joint sealant that resists action of LP gas Ductwork to suit the installation For flexible connection where local codes permit Flexible metal tubing same 3 4 or 1 2 I D as gas supply line Flare union adapter for connection to supply line 3 4 NPT x 3 4 LD or 1 2 NPT x 1 2 I D Flare union adapter for connection to regulator 1 2 NPT x 3 4 LD or 1 2 L D For rigid connection Pipe fittings as required IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The cooktop has been design certified by the American Gas Association As with any appliance using gas and generating heat there are certain safety precautions you should follow You ll find these precautions in this Owner s Manual read it carefully Be sure your co
36. pt the proper flow of combustion air and exhaust required by fireplaces gas furnaces gas water heaters and other naturally vented systems To minimize the chance of interruption of such naturally vented systems follow the heating equipment manufacturer s guidelines and safety standards such as those published by NFPA and ASHRAE Total Equivalent Equivalent Duct Pieces Length Length 1 ft 6 round per foot straight length feet Ii 1 ft 3 4 x 10 per foot N straight length feet elbow 15 ft 6 45 elbow 3 X 10 90 elbow 3 X 10 45 elbow 3 X 10 90 flat elbow to 3 4 x 10 transition 3 x 10 to 6 round transition 6 round to 3 4 x 10 transition 90 elbow 3 4 x 10 to 6 round transition 90 elbow 6 round wall cap with damper 314 x 10 wall cap with damper 6 round roof cap 6 round roof vent 24 ft Total duct run should not exceed 150 ft Actual length of straight duct plus duct fitting equivalent Equivalent length of duct pieces are based on actual tests conducted by GE Evaluation Engineering and reflect requirements for good venting performance with any downdraft cooktop Installation instructions Power Supply Locations Gas Supply These cooktops are designed to operate on natural gas at 4 of water column pressure or on LP gas at 10 of water column pressure These cooktops
37. r Owner s Manual carefully Product Ownership store this document It will help you Registration today in a safe place It operate your new Have the peace of contains information appliance properly mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a you will need should you require service Our service number is If you have questions or need more information call the safety modification 800 GE CARES GE Answer Center 800 432 2737 800 626 2000 Model Number Serial Number Like tibet et tte Lee ee ag Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered or register online at www geappliances com Model Number Serial Number EE S E E E S EE ES E E E E yy Mr Ms Mrs Miss L First Last Name Name Street Address Apt E mail Address Zip City Lf it ff fe tk it ft i ee State Code Date Placed n Use Month a l pyl i J yala l NumberL_a a o E Occasionally we may allow selected companies to send you information L Check here if you do not want this information General Electric Company Louisville Kentucky www geappliances com GE Appliances 30 GE Gas Cooktop Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician For
38. rances 8 Min to wall when 8 Min to installed wall when e The downdraft system with blower motor and ductwork will occupy the cabinet below the cooktop Drawers cannot be installed below this cooktop Avoid placing cabinets above the cooktop unit if possible in order to reduce the hazards caused by reaching over heated surface units If the cabinetry is used above the cooktop allow a minimum 30 clearance between the cooking surface and the bottom of the unprotected cabinet If the clearance between the cooktop and the cabinetry is less than 30 the cabinet bottom must be protected with a flame retardant millboard at least 1 4 thick or gypsum board at least 3 16 thick covered with 28 gauge sheet steel or 0 020 thick copper Clearance between the cooktop and the protected cabinetry MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 EXCEPTION Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance Working areas adjacent to the cooktop should have an 18 minimum clearance between the countertop and the bottom of the cabinet If the clearance is less than 18 the adjacent cabinets should be at least 8 from the side of the cooktop 15 Installation instructions Preparing the Countertop Back of countertop Front of countertop Countertop cut out dimensions Cut out
39. the opening as shown in the diagram Measure carefully when cutting the countertop Make sure the sides of the opening are parallel and the front and rear cuts are exactly perpendicular to the sides The front of the opening must clear the front support rail on the cabinet and the rear of the opening must clear the rear support of the cabinet 16 Cut the Opening 816 Min to side Measure carefully when cutting countertop Make sure sides of opening are parallel and rear and front cuts are exactly perpendicular to sides The gas downdraft cooktop is designed to fitin a 36 or larger base cabinet The countertop cutout for the cooktop must be 345 at the front of the counter and 34 at the back 19 front to back notch 21 front to back of cutout The notches at the back of the cutout are 2 forward and 5 16 to the inside Follow the illustration shown Allow at least 114 clearance between back of cutout and wall Allow at least 81316 clearance from right and left sides of cutout to adjacent wall Allow at least 21 4 clearance between front of cutout and front edge of countertop CAUTION Wall coverings countertops and cabinets should be able to withstand 200 F heat generated by the cooktop Installation of the downdraft system Read these instructions completely and carefully Venting Options Loosen screws to adjust Side to sid
40. with traditional round bottomed woks Ihe Wok Holder accessory model JXWK can be ordered from your appliance dealer The Wok Holder fits on top of the cooktop grate to provide support and proper air circulation for traditional round bottom woks only Do not use flat bottomed woks with the Wok Holder Cookware Aluminum Medium weight cookware is recommended because it heats quickly and evenly Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet Use saucepans with tight fitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water Enamelware Under some conditions the enamel of some cookware may melt Follow cookware manufacturer s recommendations for cooking methods Glass There are two types of glass cookware those for oven use only and those for cooktop cooking saucepans coffee and tea pots Glass conducts heat very slowly Cast Iron If heated slowly most skillets will give satisfactory results Stove Top Grills Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners If you use the stove Do not use a wok on any other support ring Placing the ring over the burner grate may cause the burner to work improperly resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards This could be dangerous to your health Do not try to use such woks without the ring unless you are using the Wok Holder You could be seriously burned if the wok tipped over Heatproof Glass Ceramic Can be used for either surface
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