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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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• 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 surface units or areas nearby surface units;
allow sufficient time for cooling first. 

Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop and
areas facing the cooktop.

• 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 any nearby
surface units.

• Always turn the surface unit controls off before

removing cookware.

• To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric

shock, always be certain that the controls for all
surface units are at the off position and all coils
are cool before attempting to lift or remove a unit.

• Do not immerse or soak the removable surface

units. Do not put them in a dishwasher.

• 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.

• When cooking pork, follow the directions

exactly and always cook the meat to an internal
temperature of at least 170°F. This assures that, 
in the remote possibility that trichina may be 
present in the meat, it will be killed and the meat
will be safe to eat.

• Use proper pan size—Select cookware having flat

bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit
heating element. 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 the cookware to the surface
unit will also improve efficiency.

• Never leave the surface units unattended at

high heat settings. Boilovers cause smoking and
greasy spillovers that may catch on fire.

• Be sure the drip pans and the duct are not

covered and are in place. Their absence during
cooking could damage cooktop parts and wiring.

• Do not use aluminum foil to line the drip pans.

Misuse could result in a shock, fire hazard or
damage to the cooktop.

• 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.

• Keep an eye on foods being fried at high or

medium high heat settings.

• 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 little fat for effective shallow or deep-fat

frying. Filling the pan too full of fat can cause
spillovers when food is added.

• If a combination of oils or fats will be used in

frying, stir together before heating, or as fats 
melt slowly.

• Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats.

• 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.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for JP626

Page 1: ...are Tips 6 7 Features 5 Home Canning Tips 7 Care and Cleaning 8 10 Control Knobs 8 Glass Control Panel 8 Lift Up Cooktop 9 Surface Units 10 Problem Solver 10 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Consumer Services 11 Important Phone Numbers 11 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Removal of Packaging Tape 2 Warranty Back Cover UseandCareGuide ...

Page 2: ...onsumer 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 P...

Page 3: ... if brought in contact with hot surface units and may cause severe burns Always keep dish towels dish cloths pot holders and other linens a safe distance from your cooktop Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and canned food a safe distance away from your cooktop Teach children not to play with the controls or any other part of the cooktop Always keep combustible wall coverings curtains or drap...

Page 4: ...ect cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element 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 the cookware to the surface unit will also improve efficiency Never leave the surface units unattended at high heat settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy...

Page 5: ... 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 the heat of the pan but cooking stops right away Solid Disk Solid cast iron Heats by direct contact with the pan ...

Page 6: ...gs HI Quick start for cooking bring water to a boil Medium High Fast fry pan broil maintain fast boil on large amount of food MED Saute and brown maintain slow boil on large amount of food Medium Low Cook after starting at HI cook with little water in covered pan LO Maintain serving temperature of most foods NOTE At HI and Medium High never leave food unattended Boilovers cause smoking greasy spil...

Page 7: ...ixtures and all types of frying cook at temperatures much higher than boiling water Such temperatures could eventually harm cooktop surfaces Controls Cookware Tips Home Canning Tips Observe Following Points in Canning 1 Be sure canner fits over center of surface unit If your cooktop or its location do not allow canner to be centered on the surface unit use smaller diameter pots for good canning re...

Page 8: ...e helpful to slip a thin cloth such as a handkerchief or a piece of string under and around the knob edge and pull up Check the inside of the knob and find the molded rib Wash knobs in soap and water or a vinegar and hot water solution but do not soak Replace the knob by fitting the molded rib inside the knob into the clear groove on the stem Molded Rib Spring Clip Clear Groove Glass Control Panel...

Page 9: ...ter and a clean cloth lower the cooktop Be careful not to pinch your fingers Carefully replace the support rod and lower the cooktop Press into place Make sure the strikes fit in the catches to fasten the cooktop Replace the four surface units and control knobs Porcelain Enamel Cooktop The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but breakable if misused This finish is acid resistant However any acidic f...

Page 10: ...astic bag with 1 4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil Then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad if necessary Rinse with clean water and polish with a clean soft cloth The drip pans may also be cleaned in the dishwasher Clean the area under the drip pans often Built up soil especially grease may catch on fire Do not cover the drip pans with foil Using foil so close to the receptacle could cause shock ...

Page 11: ...tion 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 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 cont...

Page 12: ...ee 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 Failure of the...

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