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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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● 

Never leave the surface units unattended at

 

 

 stand on the 

 cooktop.

 heat 

 

 cause 

 and

● 

 

 

 

 

 

 

● 

only certain types   glass, 

 

 

earthenware   other 

 containers are

and cause 

. . .   .

. .

suitable 

 

 

 

 

 break

● 

 

 not   play with controls   any

because of the sudden change   temperature.

 part of the 

 To minimize the possibility   

 ignition 

● 

 turn the surface units off before

flammable 

 and spillage, the 

 of a

removing 

 cookware.

container should   turned toward the center of

 Keep an eye   foods 

 fried   high 

the cooktop without extending 

 nearby

medium high heats.

surface units.

● 

 flaming foods are under the 

 

 -

 Always keep combustible wall 

the fan 

 The fan, if 

 may spread

curtains or drapes a safe distance away from

the flame.

your counter unit.

● 

Foods 

 frying 

 be as dry as possible.

● 

Always 

 dishtowels, dishcloths, pot

Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods

holders and 

 linens a safe distance away

 cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides

 

 counter unit.

of the pan.

● 

Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils

 Use little fat 

 effective shallow or deep-fat

or food on 

 

 when not   use.

frying. Filling the pan too full of fat can cause

 when food is added.

The 

 

 

 with items

● 

If a combination of oils   fats will be used

such as sharp instruments, rings or 

in frying, stir together before heating, or as fats

jewelry and rivets on clothing.

 slowly!

 Avoid scratching the class coo

● 

Never use the 

 cooktop surface as a .

 

 a deep fat thermometer whenever possible 

to

cutting board.

prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point.

● 

Do 

not place or store items on top of the 

● 

Never 

 jars or cans of fat drippings on or

cooktop surface when it is not in use.

near your cooktop.

 Be careful when placing spoons or other stirring

● 

To avoid possible damage to the cooking

utensils 

on glass cooktop surface when it is in use.

surface, do 

 apply Cook Top Cleaning Creme

They may become hot and could cause bums.

to the glass surface when it is hot.

● 

Avoid heating   empty pan. 

Doing so may

● 

After cleaning, 

use a dry cloth or paper 

 

damage the cooktop and the pan.

remove   Cook Top Cleaning Creme residue.

● 

Do not allow 

 other liquids or grease

● 

Read and follow   instructions and warnings -

to remain on the cooktop or control panel.

on 

 Top Cleaning Creme labels.

● 

Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats.

● 

Clean only parts listed in this guide.

SAVE THESE

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INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for jp370b

Page 1: ...anning Tips 11 Controls 6 8 d Care and Cleaning I 2 13 Halogen Radiant Cooktop 12 Problem Solver l4 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Consumer Services 15 Important Phone Numbers 15 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Removal of Packaging Tape 2 Warranty Back Cover Models JP658 GE Appliances JP659 164D2966P031 ...

Page 2: ...ip Registration Card that came with your cooktop Before sending in this card please write these numbers here el 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 ...

Page 3: ... filters clean to maintain good venting and to avoid grease fires Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liqtids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate on the cooktop ii s Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn the controls off Smother a flaming pan on surf...

Page 4: ...leave paper products cooking utensils Use little fat for effective shallow or deep fat or food on th cookto when not in use frying Filling the pan too full of fat can cause kti p spillovers when food is added The coolctop can e sc tched with items If a combination of oils r fats will be used such as sharp instruments rings or other in frying stir together before heating or as fats jewelry and rive...

Page 5: ...d Serial Numbers 2 Under the cooktop 4 Glass Ceramic Cooktop 3 4 9 13 5 Dual Radiant Surface Unit 3 4 8 12 6 Dual Radiant Surface Unit Control Knob 3 4 8 13 7 Surface UNIT ON Indicator Light I 6 7 8 Coil Select Switch 9 Halogen Surface Unit Control Knob 8 13 10 Hot Surface Indicator Lights 7 11 Halogen Surface Unit 3 4 7 9 12 5 ...

Page 6: ...eats 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 th...

Page 7: ... cookware Do not let pots boil dry Overheated metal can bond to glass cooktop An overheated copper pot will leave a residue that will permanently stain the glass Sliding aluminum cookware across the glass may leave metal marks These metal marks will appear as small scratches They can be removed with Cook Top Cleaning Creme and a razor scraper Even after the surface units are turned off the glass c...

Page 8: ...IL SELECT knob clockwise to the position marked l G m Push in and turn the control knob to the desired MED setting The unit will heat the entire area contained by the larger circle To use the small 6 inch surface unit turn the COIL SELECT knob counterclockwise to the positon marked O Push in and turn the control knob to the desired setting The unit will only heat the area inside the smaller circle...

Page 9: ...elain can melt and Usable but not recommended fuse to the surface 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 bo...

Page 10: ...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 of the wok should correct size have the same diameter as the surface unit to insure proper contact CAUTION Never cook directly on the glass Always use cookware Always place the pan in the center of the surface unit you are cooking on Do not slide cookware ...

Page 11: ...t 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 CAUTION Safe canning requires that ...

Page 12: ... hot spill to a cool area outside the surface unit 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 General Information As the Cook T...

Page 13: ...ving the knobs for cleaning please note that the knobs on the left side and the knobs on the right side are on the proper OFF position When replacing the knobs check the OFF position 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 When removing the knob it may be helpful to slip a thin cloth such...

Page 14: ...lding mn this check before calling for service it controls are not properly set or the wrong control knob en used cookware with rough bottoms VW Wwtiaa W u w coarse particles salt or sand were between the cookware d the surface of the cooktop Use recommended cleaning procedures be sure okwam bottoms and cookware am clean before use and use cookware with ooth bottoms Tiny scratches are not removabl...

Page 15: ...nces and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Special Needs Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request information or service Senzice Contracts 8066262224 You can have the secure feeling th...

Page 16: ...e and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product pleasecontact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call 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 ot...

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