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A.  

3/8” NPT male pipe thread

B.  

Elbow

C.  

Adapter

D.  

Flexible connector (allows 
passage through cabinet wall)

E.  

Adapter

F.  

Regulator provided with unit:

•  Outlet - 3/8” NPT female pipe 

thread

•  Inlet - 1/2” NPT female pipe 

thread

G.  

Gas pipe

H.  

Manual shut-off valve

I.  

Gas pipe 1/2” or 3/4”

CONVERTING TO PROPANE GAS (OR CONVERTING BACK 
TO NATURAL GAS FROM PROPANE)

This cooktop leaves the factory set for use with natural gas. If you want to convert to 
propane gas, the conversion must be performed by a qualified propane gas installer.

The conversion orifices and instructions can be found attached to the regulator.

Keep these instructions and all orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas.

RECOMMENDED GAS 
SUPPLY LOCATION FROM 
BACKWALL

OVERALL COOKTOP DIMENSIONS

CUTOUT DIMENSIONS OF COUNTERTOP

To ensure accuracy, it is best to make a template when cutting the opening in the counter.

DIMENSIONS AND 
CLEARANCES

Provide adequate clearances between the 
cooktop and adjacent combustible surfaces. 
These dimensions must be met for safe use of 
your cooktop. 

Allow 30” (76.2 cm) minimum clearance 
between burners and bottom of unprotected 
wood or metal cabinet, or allow a 24” (61 
cm) minimum when bottom of wood or metal 
cabinet is protected by no less than 1/4” (6.4 
mm) thick flame-retardant millboard covered 

with no less than No. 28 MSG sheet metal 
(.015” [.38 mm] thick), .015” (.38 mm) thick 
stainless steel, .025” (0.64 mm) aluminum or 
.020” (0.5 mm) copper.

Installation of a listed microwave oven or 
cooking appliance over the cooktop shall 
conform to the installation instructions packed 
with that appliance.

Built-in oven installation, shall conform to the 
installation instruction packed with the built-in 
oven.

MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM CLEARANCE 
DIMENSIONS

FOR AMERICANS WITH 
DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) 
FORWARD APPROACH 
INSTALLATION ONLY

NOTE: 

The enclosure must be made of wood 

material. Also, an access panel is required for 
the electrical outlet, pressure regulator, shut-off 
valve, hold-down brackets, and service.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED

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Gas line shut-off valve

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Pipe joint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread 
tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural 
and propane gases.

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Flexible metal appliance connector (1/2” I.D.). 
A 5-foot length is recommended for ease of 
installation but other lengths are acceptable. 
Never use an old connector when installing a 
new cooktop.

Ŷ

Flare union adapter for connection to gas 
supply line (3/4” or 1/2” NPT x 1/2” I.D.).

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Flare union adapter for connection to pressure 
regulator on cooktop (1/2” NPT x 1/2” I.D.).

Ŷ

Liquid leak detector or soapy water.

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

Flat-blade 

screwdriver

Pipe wrenches (2)

(one for backup)

Phillips 

screwdriver

Open-end or  

adjustable wrench

Pencil and ruler

IN THE COMMONWEALTH 
OF MASSACHUSETTS

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This product must be installed by a licensed 
plumber or gas fitter.

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When using ball type gas shut-off valves, 
they shall be the T-handle type.

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A flexible gas connector, when used, must 
not exceed 5 feet.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN
IMPORTANT —

 

Save these 

instructions for local inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT 

 Observe all governing 

codes and ordinances.

IMPORTANT 

 Remove all packing 

material and literature before connecting gas 
and electrical supply to cooktop.

 

IMPORTANT 

 To avoid damage 

to your cabinets, check with your builder 
or cabinet supplier to make sure that the 
materials used will not discolor, delaminate or 
sustain other damage. This product has been 
designed in accordance with the requirements 
of UL and CSA International and complies 
with the maximum allowable wood cabinet 
temperatures of 194°F (90°C).

Note to Installer

 – Be sure to leave these 

instructions with consumer.

Note to consumer

 – Keep these instructions 

for future reference.

Servicer

 – The electrical diagram is located 

inside the cooktop.

Proper installation is the responsibility of the 
installer. 

Product failure due to improper installation is 
not covered under warranty.

Mobile Home - Additional Installation 
Requirements

The installation of this product must conform 
to the Manufactured Home Construction and 
Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 
(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile 
Home Construction and Saftey, Title 24, 
HUD Part 280). When such standard is not 
applicable, use the Standard for Manufactured 
Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A 
or with local codes.

In Canada, the installation of this product must 
conform with the current standards CAN/CSA-
A240-latest edition, or with local codes.

When this cooktop is installed in a mobile home, 
it must be secured during transit. Any method of 
securing the cooktop is adequate as long as it 
conforms to the standards listed above.

WARNING

FIRE OR EXPLOSION 
HAZARD

If the information in these instructions is not 
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may 
result causing property damage, personal 
injury or death.

Installation must be performed by a qualified 
installer.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Installation of this product must conform with 
local codes, or in the absence of local codes, 
with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA.54, latest edition. In Canada, installation 
must conform with the current Natural Gas 
Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the 
current Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA-
B149.2, and with local codes where applicable. 
This product has been design-certified by UL 

according to ANSI Z21.1, latest edition and 
Canadian Gas Association according to CAN/
CGA-1.1 latest edition.

When installing a gas appliance the use of 
old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks 
and personal injury. Always use a 

NEW

 

flexible connector.

Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted 
according to the manufacturer instructions.

The cooktop must be electrically grounded 
in accordance with local codes or, in the 
absence of local codes, in accordance with the 
National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70, latest 
edition). In Canada, electrical grounding must 
be in accordance with the current CSA C22.1 
Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and/or local 
codes. See Electrical Connections in this section.

Do not install this product with an air curtain 
hood or other cooktop hood that operates by 
blowing air down on the cooktop. This airflow 
may interfere with operation of the gas burners 
resulting in fire or explosion hazard.

3

  ELECTRICAL 

CONNECTIONS

WARNING

 

Shock Hazard: This 

appliance must be properly grounded. 
Failure to do so can result in electric shock.

Electrical Requirements - 

120-volt, 60 Hertz, 

properly grounded circuit protected by a 
15-amp or 20-amp circuit breaker or time delay 
fuse. It is recommended that a separate circuit 
serving only this cooktop be provided.

NOTE: 

Use of automatic, wireless, or wired 

external switches that shut off power to the 
appliance are not recommended for this product.

Grounding

The power cord of this appliance is equipped 
with a three-prong (grounding) plug which plugs 
into 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.

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 ADAPTER. DO NOT USE AN 
EXTENSION CORD.

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI’s) are 
not required or recommended for gas cooktop 
receptacles. Performance of the cooktop will 
not be affected if operated on a GFCI-protected 
circuit but occasional nuisance tripping of the 
GFCI breaker is possible.

5

 CHECK SURFACE 

BURNERS

Push and turn a knob to the LITE position. A 
clicking sound indicates proper operation of 
the ignition system. When lighting any burner, 
sparks will appear at all burners but gas flows 
from only the one selected. Once air is purged 
from the supply line, burner should light within 
4 seconds. After burner lights, rotate the knob 
out of the LITE position. Try each burner in 
succession until all burners have been checked.

Quality of Flames

Determine the quality of flames visually. Normal 
burner flames should look like (A) or (B).

Long, bright yellow flames are not normal. 
Normal flames may show signs of an orange 
tint when well heated or signs of flickering 
orange due to particles in the gas or air.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

WARNING

 Before beginning the installation, switch power off at service panel and lock 

the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the 
service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such 
as a tag, to the service panel.

Ensure proper 
ground exists 
before use

WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE 
COMPLETED

Make sure all controls are left in the off 
position. Make sure the flow of combustion and 
ventilation air to the cooktop is unobstructed.

Check that all packing materials and tape have 
been removed. This will include adhesive tape, 
wire ties, cardboard and protective plastic. 
Failure to remove these materials could result 
in damage to the appliance once the appliance 
has been turned on and surfaces have heated.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

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JGP3030, JGP3530, JGP5030, PGP7030, PGP9030, CGP9530

JGP3036, JGP5036, PGP7036, PGP9036, CGP9536

4

  SURFACE BURNERS

WARNING

 

Fire or Explosion Hazard: 

Do not operate the burner without all burner 
parts in place.

A.  

Burners -

 Place surface burners into 

corresponding positions on cooktop.

B.  

Caps -

 Place caps on proper size burner.

C.  

Grates -

 Place the grates on the cooktop.

Installation Instructions
Gas Cooktops

Questions? Call GE Appliances at 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit 
www.GEAppliances.com. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca.

(A) Soft blue flames—

Normal for natural gas

(B) Yellow tips on 
outer cones—

Normal for propane gas

Multi-ring

Cap

Cap

Electrode

Burner

or

Electrode

Cap

Burner

Saber Saw

Safety Glasses

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or Hand Drill

1” Min. From Backwall

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From 
Cutout 
Center 
Line

Recommended 

gas supply 

location

1

  INSTALLING THE 

COOKTOP

WARNING

 Do not remove the 6 

black Z brackets screwed to the bottom of the 
cooktop (on some models).

A.  Locate electrical outlet and gas shut-off 

valve beneath cabinet.

B.  Lay cooktop upside down on a towel or 

tablecloth covered countertop.

C.  Locate and remove hold-down brackets 

from literature package.

D.  Attach brackets to cooktop. Remove the 

screw from the side of the cooktop and 
screw the hold-down bracket to the side of 
the cooktop unit. Repeat for opposite side 
of cooktop.

E.  Insert the cooktop centered into the cutout 

opening. Make sure the front edge of the 
countertop is parallel to the cooktop. 
Make final check that all required 
clearances are met.

     Once the unit is in place, screw the hold-

down bracket into the cabinet sides to 
secure the unit into place.

Cooktop

Pre-drilled hole

Bottom of Cooktop

Cooktop 

Surface

Allow 5” minimum depth 

between the countertop 

and an enclosure.

5”

NOTE:

 Allow 7/16” minimum vertical clearance from the cooktop 

bottom (or 3-11/16” minimum depth from the countertop) to any 
combustible surfaces, such as a cabinet drawer.

For island installation, maintain 2-1/2 in. minimum from cutout to front 
and back edge of countertop. Maintain 3 in. minimum from cutout to 
side edges of countertop.

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of unprotected 

overhead cabinets

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from countertop to 
nearest cabinet on 
either side of unit

30” or 36” 

cabinet base 

or wider

R

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from cutout to right 
side wall

L

 - MIN. clearance from 

cooktop to left side wall

C

 - MIN. clearance 

from cutout to rear wall

2-1/2” MIN from cutout 

to front of countertop

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from countertop 
to unprotected 
overhead surface

ALL HORIZONTAL 
CLEARANCES MUST 
BE MAINTAINED FOR A 
MINIMUM OF 18” ABOVE 
THE COOKING SURFACE.

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JGP3030, JGP3530, JGP3036

2-1/4”

6”

6”

JGP5030, PGP7030, PGP9030, 
CGP9530

2-7/8”

12”

12”

JGP5036, PGP7036, PGP9036, 
CGP9536

3-3/8”

12”

12”

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length 

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CONNECTOR HOOKUP

2

  GAS SUPPLY

WARNING

 

Fire Hazard: Do not use 

a flame to check for gas leaks.

WARNING

 

Explosion Hazard: Do 

not exceed 25 ft-lbs of torque when making 
gas line connections. Overtightening may 
crack the pressure regulator resulting in fire 
or explosion hazard.
Gas Pressure Regulator

You must use the gas pressure regulator supplied 
with this range. For proper operations the inlet 
pressure to the regulator should be as follows:

   Natural Gas:

  Minimum pressure: 6” of Water Column
  Maximum pressure: 13” of Water Column

   Propane Gas:

  Minimum pressure: 11” of Water Column
  Maximum pressure: 13” of Water Column
If you are not sure about the inlet pressure 
contact local gas supplier.

Shut off the main gas supply valve before 
disconnecting the old cooktop and leave it off 
until the new hook-up has been completed. 
Don’t forget to relight the pilot on other gas 
appliances when you turn the gas back on.

Because hard piping restricts movement of 
the range, the use of a CSA International-
certified flexible metal appliance connector is 
recommended unless local codes require a 
hard-piped connection. 
If the hard piping method is used, you must 
carefully align the pipe; the cooktop cannot be 
moved after the connection is made.

To prevent gas leaks, apply pipe joint compound 
or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon* around all 
male (external) pipe threads. 

A.  Install provided regulator in the gas line 

between the cooktop and manual shut-off 
valve. Refer to the arrow on the back of the 
regulator for gas flow direction.  Ensure the 
front of the regulator is facing towards the 
cabinet front, easily accessible through the 
cabinet doors. 

B.  Install a manual shut-off valve in the gas line 

in a location easily accessible through the 
cabinet doors.

C.  When all connections have been made, 

ensure all gas controls are in the off position 
and turn on the main gas supply valve. 
Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and 
connections to check for leaks in the system.

When using pressures greater than 1/2 psig 
to pressure test the gas supply system of 
the residence, disconnect the cooktop and 
individual shut-off valve from the gas supply 
piping. When using pressures of 1/2 psig or 
less to pressure test the gas supply system, 
simply isolate the cooktop from the gas supply 
system by closing the individual shut-off valve.

When checking for proper operation of the 
regulator, the inlet pressure must be at least 1” 
greater than the operating (manifold) pressure 
as given on rating label of product. 

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

Cooktop

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30” Models

36” Models

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28-1/2” 

length 

of cut

19-5/8” width cut

30” Models

36” Models

TYPICAL INSTALLATION WITH NO 

OBSTRUCTION BELOW COOKTOP

ALTERNATE INSTALLATION WITH 

OBSTRUCTION BELOW COOKTOP

A

B

C

D

F

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E

A
B
C

D

F

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A.  

3/8” NPT male pipe 
thread

B.  

Regulator provided with 
unit:

•  Outlet - 3/8” NPT 

female pipe thread

•  Inlet - 1/2” NPT female 

pipe thread

C.  

Adapter

D.  

Flexible connector

E.  

Adapter

F.  

Manual shut-off valve

G.  

Gas pipe 1/2” or 3/4”

Grates 

(on some models)

Grates 

(on some models)

INSTALLATION AT HIGH ALTITUDE

Over 6000ft, product configured for natural gas or propane requires installation of kit 

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