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Summary of Contents for JGP645

Page 1: ...are 9 Electric Ignition 8 Features 6 Using Your Cooktop 8 9 Vent System 10 Care and Cleaning 11 12 Before You Call For Service 26 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Installation Instructions 13 25 Converting to LP Gas 24 25 Downdraft 16 18 Consumer Services 27 Appliance Registration 2 Important Phone Numbers 27 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Warranty Back Cover ...

Page 2: ...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 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 Mana...

Page 3: ...ly grounded three prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code Do not use an extension cord with this appliance Be sure all packing materials are removed from the cooktop before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packing material ignite Be sure your cooktop is correctly adjusted by a qualified service technician or installer for the type of gas natural or LP wh...

Page 4: ...er the cooktop Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with flame or hot surfaces and may cause severe burns For your safety never use your appliance for warming or heating the room 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...

Page 5: ...in cool Do not place hot cookware on the glass cooktop This could cause glass to break Keep all plastics away from burners 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 before attempting to remove a grate If the cooktop is located near a window do not use long curtains which could blow over the burners and cre...

Page 6: ...Explained Feature Index on page 1 Vent 10 2 Vent Filters 11 3 Cast Iron Burner Grates 12 4 Spillproof Burners 12 5 High Power Spillproof Burners 8 6 Fan Speed Control 10 7 Vent Control 10 8 Surface Unit Controls 8 9 Glass Cooktop Surface 11 2 8 8 ...

Page 7: ... Remove the pan from the surface unit if you want cooking to stop Induction High frequency Pans must be made of ferrous metals metal that attracts a magnet Heat is induction coils produced by a magnetic circuit between the coil and the pan Heats up right away under a glass and changes heat settings right away like a gas cooktop After turning the control surface off the glass cooktop is hot from th...

Page 8: ...smaller pans and cooking operations requiring carefully controlled simmering conditions The two front burners are the high power burners for larger pans and fast boiling operations 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 Check to be sure the burner you turned on is the one you want to ...

Page 9: ...lone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution Combination metal skillets generally work satisfactorily if they are used at medium heat as the manufacturer recommends Wok Cooking We recommend that you use only a flat bottomed wok They are available at your local retail store Do not use woks that have support rings Use of...

Page 10: ...vent will then descend The vent fan will only operate in the fully extended position 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 How to Operate the Vent System Turn the FAN knob to HIGH position to turn it on If you ...

Page 11: ...AN 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 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 filt...

Page 12: ...y fit securely into position over the burners Burner grate Burner cap Burner bowl Slot Burner base 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 grates be sure they re positioned securely over the burners To ...

Page 13: ... 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 I D or 1 2 NPT x 1 2 I D Flare union adapter for connection to regulator 1 2 NPT x 3 4 I D or 1 2 I D For rigid connection Pipe fittings as required BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read the...

Page 14: ...precautions you should follow You ll find these precautions in this Use and Care Guide read it carefully Be sure your cooktop 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 ...

Page 15: ... 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 PREPARING THE COUNTERTOP Countertop cut out dimensions Cut out the opening as shown in the diagram Measure carefully when cutting the countertop Making sure the sides of the openin...

Page 16: ...wer will fit between floor joists on 16 centers PLAN THE DUCTWORK Prepare ductwork to vent to outdoors Use the shortest and straightest duct run possible Duct run should not exceed equivalent length of 150 feet Refer to Duct Fittings chart to calculate equivalent length for various duct configurations This downdraft blower system is designed for use with 31 4 x 10 ductwork It can be transitioned t...

Page 17: ...ion duct not supplied to the end of the blower in the direction of desired discharge Mark the location and remove the assembly Cut the holes and install ductwork connection Through the floor shown with rectangular duct not shown to scale Discharge left shown with rectangular duct not shown to scale Discharge right shown with 6 round duct not shown to scale continued next page 105 16 11 4 From back...

Page 18: ...ollow the heating equipment manufacturer s guidelines and safety standards such as those published by NFPA and ASHRAE Total Equivalent Number Equivalent Duct Pieces Length Used Length 1 ft 6 round per foot straight length feet 1 ft 31 4 x 10 per foot straight length feet 6 90 elbow 15 ft 6 45 elbow 9 ft 31 4 x 10 90 elbow 16 ft 31 4 x 10 45 elbow 5 ft 31 4 x 10 90 flat elbow 18 ft 6 round to 31 4 ...

Page 19: ...PPLY 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 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 The pressure regulator must be connected in series...

Page 20: ...ts with self tapping screws and apply duct tape around the joints to ensure an airtight seal Air Flow Duct Tape Over Seam and Screw Screw STEP 1 Install Downdraft Vent Place the downdraft vent into the countertop cutout against the back side Secure the downdraft to the countertop with mounting screws provided One on each side Tighten the mounting screws against the underside of the countertop Use ...

Page 21: ...lid 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...

Page 22: ...erside 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 ...

Page 23: ...rn 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 STEP 9 Assemble Burners Check Ignition Assemble burne...

Page 24: ...bed in the following steps must be made before attempting burner adjustments or use of the cooktop This cooktop leaves the factory set for use with natural gas If you convert to LP gas keep these instructions and orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas The conversion should be done by a qualified technician or installer PARTS Check the contents of the kit which should contain the ...

Page 25: ...ssure regulator under the rear of the cooktop 2 Use an adjustable wrench to remove the nut from the pressure regulator 3 Insert the LP Adapter into the nut 4 Reinsert the assembly into the regulator and attach the tie on label to the regulator using the string provided WARNING Do not remove the pressure regulator from the cooktop 4 CHECK FOR LEAKS Check for leaks before attempting to light the bur...

Page 26: ... Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas BURNER FLAMES VERY If cooktop is connected to LP gas check all steps in LARGE OR YELLOW the Installation Instructions BURNER CONTROL When the knob is at the OFF position it must be pushed in before it can be KNOB WILL NOT TURN turned and it can only be turned in a counterclockwise direction When the knob is at any other pos...

Page 27: ... And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Service Contracts 800 626 2224 You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today...

Page 28: ...all toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service 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 Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Fai...

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