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YOUR COOKTOP

WARRANTY

Save

proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or

check to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of

charge, parts and service labor
in your home to repair or replace

of the

that fails

because of a manufacturing defect.

LIMITED ADDITIONAL
FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY

For the second through fifth year

from date of original purchase, we
will provide, free of charge, a

replacement solid element surface
heating unit if the element fails

because of a manufacturing
defect. You pay for the service trip
to your home and

labor

charges. This warranty does not
cover

components,

wiring, or switches.

This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for

home use in

the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and
Washington,

In Alaska the

warranty is the same except that it is

LIMITED because you must pay to

ship the product to the service shop
or for the

technician’s travel

costs to your home.

All warranty

will be provided

by our Factory Service Centers or
by our authorized Customer

servicers during normal working
hours.

Should your appliance need

during warranty period or

beyond, call 1-800-GE-CARES
(1-800-432-2737).

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

trips to your home to teach

you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions

about operating the product, please
contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:

GE Answer Center

800.626.2000

consumer information

. 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.

●

Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

Failure of the product if it is used

for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.

●

Damage to product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRANTOR IS NOTRESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

may not apply to you. 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 in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

Part No. 164

Pub.

49-8268

ZEW135N

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Summary of Contents for JXDD43

Page 1: ...Yom Monogr Component CooMop System ...

Page 2: ... are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your cooktop system components Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Component Model Number Serial Number Component Model Number Serial Number Component Model Number Serial Number Component Model Number Serial Number If you received any damaged cooktop componenfi Immediately contact the dealer or bui...

Page 3: ...ces can cause minor electric and gas range installers exposure to four of these or service techniciafis substances namely benzene Before performing any carbon monoxide formaldehyde service DISCONNECT THE and soot caused primarily by the COQKTOP SYSTEM POWER incomplete combustion of natural SUPPLY AT THE HOUSEHOLD gas or LP fuels Properly adjusted RISTNBUTION PANEL BY burners indicated by a bluish ...

Page 4: ... off 0 This keeps the downdraft vent blower on Or turn the Variable Speed Vent blower to HI then turn the grill off 0 Use a long handled utensil to carefully remove the food from the grill These steps should control the flame until it eventually goes out If it does not cover the entire grill module with a cookie sheet or the lid from a large roasting pan Use a pot holder to remove this later becau...

Page 5: ... work Use and Care Book improperly This may cause a If a combination of oils or fats carbon monoxide level above that If You Need Service wtil be wed in frying stir allowed by current standards together before heating or as fats resulting in a health hazard melt slowly Read The Problem Solver U you smell gas turn off the in this book Always heat fat slowly and gas to the cooktap at the gas Don t a...

Page 6: ...ment faster then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking Remember cooking continues afier the element is turned off so train yourseM to turn the heat down or off before cooking is done Gas Component Monogram component gas cooktops used with either updraft or downdraft venting are designed to operate on natural gas at 4 water column pressure hwndraft Vent The downdraft vent component features an ...

Page 7: ...lectric Grill Downdrati Vent Only with Downdrati Vent Part Numbar Part Numbers ZEW175N ZEW164N ZEW165N 208 volts 240 volts The downdraft vent component has an integral variable speed blower control Optional Remote Control Accessory Kit Pub No 3 AO1O Provides a custom control position Optional Griddle Accessory Kit Part Numbers JXDD46 JXDD43 208 volts 240 volts The griddle fits directly into the gr...

Page 8: ...d may dehydrate if left on but the heat sensing device will not let the food or pan overheat beyond the setting Cooktop temperatures increase when elements are turned on Surface temperatures can be high so be careful when touching the cooktop Heat Settings Guide HI 12 Quick start for cooking bring water to a boil MED HI lO Fast fry pan broil maintains fast boil on large amounts of food MED 8 Saute...

Page 9: ...ontrol knob at the front of the vent grille to adjust blower speed The control knob may be in a custom location in the counter cabinet front A HI setting is recommended when flame ups occur while cooking on the grill The burners will relight at any setting However for the burners to light quickly and consistently when the gas is turned on the knobs should be turned to the LITE position until ignit...

Page 10: ...hickness of the pan and the setting used for cooking There is retained heat in the element When boilovers occur wait for element to cool before cleaning element area Solid disk element cooking provides easier cleanup because the cooking surface is sealed against spills There are no drip bowls or burner box to clean You must use proper flat bottomed cookware Do not use cookware that is warped conve...

Page 11: ...ce This permanent tightly fit assembly prevents spillovers from getting inside the cooktop chassis The secret to keeping the cooktop comfortably cooler is to turn the element on only after the cookware and its contents are placed on the element More heat will then be transferred to the cookware and the food rather than the cooktop In either case however the cooktop temperature will not cause damag...

Page 12: ...ent of Agriculture Extension Service 4 Remember that canning is a process that generates large amounts of steam To avoid bums from steam or heat be careful when canning NOTE If your cooktop is being operated on low power 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 wi...

Page 13: ...e Don t use pans with rounded bottoms They don t have enough contact with the cooking element to cook properly Use pans of the correct diameter only They should be slightly larger than the element so spillovers will flow onto the cooktop and not bake onto the element A damp cloth is sufficient to remove the spill Pans should not overhang more than 1 inch beyond the surface of an element To optimiz...

Page 14: ...k on 8 10 Preheat skillet and cook on 11 or 12 Set at12 bring a large amount of water to boil then switch to 4 9 to simmer Set at 12 bring a large amount of water to boil add pasta and cook on 9 Set at 8 Place oil and popcorn in pan cover and cook until it stops popping Comments Milk boils over rapidly Watch as boiling point approaches Percolate 8 to 10 minutes for 8 cups less for fewer cups Thick...

Page 15: ...emove cooked eggs with slotted spoon or pancake turner cook 3 to 5 minutes Sauces Melt fat and cook on 4 Soup Stews Heat and simmer on 4 Vegetables Fresh Place vegetables in pan with water cover Uncovered pan requires more water and longer time a n d coo on 4 Frozen Place frozen vegetables in pan with water Break up or stir as needed while cooking cover and cook at 5 Fried Preheat skillet and oil ...

Page 16: ...esired position I I The burner ignites automatically Turn the knob either direction to adjust the flame size To turn a burner off turn the knob counterclockwise as far as it will go to the off 0 position The front burner is best for smaller pans and cooking operations requiring carefully controlled simmering conditions The rear burner is the high power burner for larger pans and fast boiling opera...

Page 17: ...oking shiny and new Use saucepans with tight fitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water Cast Iron If heated slowly most cast iron skillets will give satisfactory cooking results Enamelware Under certain conditions the enamel of some cookware may melt Follow cookware manufacturer s recommendations for cooking methods Glass Glass conducts heat very slowly There are two types of glass co...

Page 18: ...aving the other off entirely NEVER LEAVE THE KITCHEN while grilling meats or other juicy foods Fats and juices drip on the hot grill element and may cause flame ups When grilling you should always be present to control flame ups so they do not get out of hand Grill Grate Grill Element A DriPPan Electrical Receptacles 1 1 Grease Collector Jar To control flame ups set heat NEVER USE WATER ON A setti...

Page 19: ...ng and provide better browning A griddle accessory can be purchased from your dealer to utilize the grill component s griddle capacity Questions and Answers Q When cooking many individual foods what can I do to ensure that foods will cook evenly A When cooking foods of various sizes and thicknesses start larger or thicker pieces first and add quicker cooking smaller pieces later Press meat lightly...

Page 20: ...icken halves Cornish Hens halves Fish Steaks 1 in or less Fish whole 6 to 8 oz 50 70 Turn over frequently and if desired baste with sauce last 10 15 minutes 60 85 Place skin side down Turn over every 15 minutes and baste frequently 40 50 Place skin side down Turn over every 10 minutes and baste frequently 15 20 Brush with melted butter 17 20 If stuffed add 6 minutes to total cooking time Cover top...

Page 21: ...lp prevent excessive temperatures in the griddle Using the Griddle The non stick griddle must be preconditioned before using it the first time To precondition first wash the griddle in soap and water and dry Then apply a small amount of no stick cooking spray to the griddle Remove excess with a clean paper towel Preheat the griddle as recommended in the Griddle Cooking Guide After preheating for t...

Page 22: ... is necessary to store it flat avoid placing other pans or cookware on top Q How long can foods be kept warm with the griddle without losing their appeal A No longer than 2 hours is recommended to assure good food quality and to prevent spoilage Delicate foods such as eggs should not be kept more than 15 to 30 minutes entrees and casseroles may be warmed for 30 to 60 minutes Hors d oeuvres will st...

Page 23: ...ting 10 15 I Breaded Vegetables 10 16 I Warming and Hot Tray Delicate foods I 15 30 minutes on lowest setting Entrees casseroles and hors d oeuvres up to 1 hour Add oil or butter at end of preheat time Additional oil or butter may be needed during cooking time 4 Rearrange or turn foods over as needed to assure even cooking 5 Griddle settings may need to be adjusted lower if griddle is used for an ...

Page 24: ...ircular ridges Rinse completely and wipe dry Do not allow water to run down around the Sensi TempTM controls in the center of each solid disk element The water will collect inside the component possibly causing an electrical hazard or damage Turn elements onto dry completely and prevent rust If the elements have been scoured or if they appear dull use a paper towel to apply a small amount of no st...

Page 25: ...fe of the griddle hold the plug box part of the griddle out of the water when cleaning From time to time recondition the griddle with no stick cooking spray See Griddle Accessory section It is a good idea to store the griddle on one edge If you lay it flat pans or other cookware may be put on top and scratch the non stick coating Porcelain Enamel Grease Well Porcelain enamel can crack or chip with...

Page 26: ...em How to Clean the Filters The downdraft vent grille and filter should be cleaned frequently after every use is best Before cleaning the vent system be sure exhaust blower is shut off To remove parts for cleaning 1 Lift off the vent grille 2 Rotate the latch away from the solid edge of the filter to free the filter Pull out the aluminum grease filter How to Clean the Vent Grille To clean the vent...

Page 27: ...ith a cloth don t reassemble them wet To reassemble Place the burner support ring onto the burner bowl first Before replacing the burner cap first examine the four notches on its underside One of the notches shaped differently from the other three includes an indexing key for the spark igniter this notch fits over the spark igniter When replacing the burner grate make sure the bottom of the burner...

Page 28: ...element surface Turn the element on high for several minutes to bake the polish on the element When the element is cool rub lightly with a cloth or paper towel to remove any excess polish DO NOT USE a Spatters and spills bum away when the element is heated dishwasher to clean the At the end of a meal remove all cookware from the grill and grill element coils heat the soiled element at HI Let the s...

Page 29: ...or harsh abrasives These may scratch the surface DO NOT USE steel wool abrasives ammonia acids or commercial oven cleaners DO NOT wash in dishwasher Pull off knobs Wash gently but do not soak Dry and return control knobs to rang See instructions in Controls section When knobs are removed do not allow water to run down inside the cooktop stem opening while cleaning If acids should spill on the knob...

Page 30: ...less steel cooktop surface may FEELS HOT seem hotter than you are used to This is normal Mak sure flat bottom pans am used SOLID DISK N Pans which are absolutely flat must be used If light can be seen between the pan ELEMENTS WILL bottom and a straight edge the elements will not transfer heat properly NOT MAINTAIN A ROLLING BOIL OR Pan bottoms should closely match the diameter of the heating area ...

Page 31: ...If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 00 consumer information service 31 1 ...

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Page 35: ...ranty expires Pur chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Telecommunication Detice for tie Deaf Patis andAccessories 80 626 2002 Individu qufified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE parts ...

Page 36: ...ll 1 800 GE CARES 1 800 432 2737 WHAT IS NOT COVERED c Sewice trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Centerm 800 626 2000 consumer information sewice Improper installation If you have an...

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