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GE P385 Use And Care & Installation Manual Download Page 1

UseandCare& Installation Guide

“Select-Top” Built-In Modular Downdraft Cooktop

GE Appliances

Safety Instructions

.................. 4, 5

Operating Instructions, Tips

Coil Surface Unit Module .................. 10, 11
Controls ........................................................... 9
Cooktop Comparison ................................... 8
Cooktop Vent System ............................... 22
Features ...................................................... 6, 7
Griddle Accessory .............................. 18–20

Griddle Cooking Guide .......................... 20

Grill Module .......................................... 14–17

Grill Cooking Guide ................................ 17

Home Canning Tips ................................... 21
Radiant Module .................................. 12–14

Care and Cleaning

............... 23–27

Coil Surface Unit Module  ......................... 26
Control Panel and Knobs  ......................... 23
Grease Collector Jar  .................................. 23
Griddle Accessory ...................................... 25
Grill Cover ..................................................... 25
Grill Module  ................................................. 25
Radiant Module  .......................................... 27
Vent System  ................................................ 24

Problem Solver

..................... 35, 36

More questions ?…call

GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000

Installation Instructions

................................................................. 28–34

Consumer Services

................. 39

Important Phone Numbers ...................... 39
Model and Serial Numbers .........................2
Modules and Accessories .......................... 3
Warranty .......................................Back Cover

Models:

JP385

JP387
JP389

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Summary of Contents for P385

Page 1: ...17 Grill Cooking Guide 17 Home Canning Tips 21 Radiant Module 12 14 Care and Cleaning 23 27 Coil Surface Unit Module 26 Control Panel and Knobs 23 Grease Collector Jar 23 Griddle Accessory 25 Grill Co...

Page 2: ...op 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 See the Problem Solver in the back of this guide...

Page 3: ...ately Griddle Accessory JXDD44 You must have the grill module to use the griddle accessory The griddle sits directly over the grill heating element and reflector pan It has two drain holes so fat and...

Page 4: ...let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate on or near the cooktop Do not store flammable materials near the cooktop Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammabl...

Page 5: ...elry and rivets on clothing on radiant modules only Do not stand on the glass cooktop Never use the glass cooktop surface as a cutting board on radiant modules only Do not place or store items on top...

Page 6: ...FEATURES OF YOUR COOKTOP 6 13 14 12 11 10 15 8 9 1 12 13 11 10 15 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Model JP385 Model JP389 208v Model JP387 208v 14...

Page 7: ...ctor System 5 14 Uses wide mouth canning jars to collect grease 18 23 8 Control Knobs 9 15 Push in and turn to set surface units from LO to HI 19 23 9 Indicator Light 9 Lights when any unit of the coo...

Page 8: ...er it is turned off Remove the pan from the solid disk if you want the cooking to stop Gas Burners Regular or sealed Flames heat the pans directly Pan flatness is not critical to cooking results but g...

Page 9: ...le surface unit is on Cooking Guide for Using Heat Settings HI Used to begin cooking or to bring water to a boil Reduce heat setting after water boils Medium High Setting halfway between HI and MED Ma...

Page 10: ...he module by the front and back edges and slide toward the center of the cooktop Lift out when unplugged 4 If you are storing modules do not stack them or store other materials on top of them This cou...

Page 11: ...ware material and leave it the finish may smoke crack pop or burn depending on the pot or pan Also if you set the surface unit coil higher than required for a long period of time with small amounts of...

Page 12: ...beneath the surface unit radiate heat through the glass to the cookware The red glow of the coils will be instantly visible through the glass It will take the surface unit a few moments to heat up Th...

Page 13: ...c cookware such as pressure cookers deep fat fryers etc All cookware must have flat bottoms and be the correct size The cookware should also be covered if applicable to the cooking process Types of Co...

Page 14: ...enjoy delicious grilled food year round prepared in the convenience of your own kitchen Separate heating elements can be set at different temperatures allowing you to use half the cooking surface to...

Page 15: ...on the right side on some models The left front and left rear control knobs operate the grill when the grill module is on the left side of the cooktop Automatic Blower Operation The blower comes on au...

Page 16: ...rned off Questions and Answers Q I followed the cooking times suggested in the Grill Cooking Guide but my foods were not done properly Is there something wrong with my grill A Probably not Suggested c...

Page 17: ...ed baste with Pieces total sauce last 10 to 15 minutes Quarters MED 1 hr to 1 hr 10 minutes Break joint bones Place skin side down Turn total over every 15 minutes and baste frequently as desired Wing...

Page 18: ...plate should be seated properly on the reflector pan with the griddle s drain holes at the front Removing the Griddle Module When removing the parts of the grill module to clean be sure all switches a...

Page 19: ...automatically when the griddle is turned off Griddle Tips Most griddled foods require cooking on a preheated surface which may be greased lightly before adding food Preheat griddle for only 5 minutes...

Page 20: ...eaning section Q How should I store my griddle when it is not in use A To avoid marring the non stick finish store the griddle upright on the edge with the terminals up to avoid damage If it is necess...

Page 21: ...res are available from the manufacturer of your canner manufacturers of glass jars for canning such as Ball and Kerr and the United States Department of Agriculture Extension Service 4 Remember that c...

Page 22: ...move cooking vapors odors and smoke from foods prepared on the cooktop modules How to Operate Vent System To operate the vent system using the knob turn the VENT knob on the control panel to ON Some m...

Page 23: ...t with a clean soft cloth Take care to dry the surface following the grain To help prevent finger marks after cleaning spread a thin film of baby oil on the surface Wipe away excess oil with a clean s...

Page 24: ...er To clean the vent chamber use hot soapy water Do not use abrasive cleaners They will damage the finish Vent Filter The filter is held in place with a metal latch Move latch up in either direction a...

Page 25: ...hwasher Do not clean in a self cleaning oven Let grill or griddle cool then remove Lift out the reflector pan Clean with either a plastic or soap filled scouring pad and hot soapy water The reflector...

Page 26: ...you do it may not lie flat on the drip pan when you plug it back in Repeated lifting of the surface unit more than 1 inch above the drip pan can permanently damage the receptacle To replace a surface...

Page 27: ...ected by the spillover Remove hot pans 2 Wearing an oven mitt hold the razor scraper at a 30 angle to the cooktop and scrape the hot spill to a cool area outside the surface unit 3 With the spill in a...

Page 28: ...governing electric range installations must be followed A copy of the National Electrical Code can be obtained by writing to National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02260 Befo...

Page 29: ...ed between wall studs or floor joists so that ductwork may be installed properly At least 6 must be allowed between side edges of cooktop and adjacent walls Avoid placing cabinets above the cooktop un...

Page 30: ...Enter the calculated value into TABLE 1 of this Installation Instruction 4 Ensure that the total equivalent length of ducting does not exceed the maximum recommendation of 100 feet Step 4 Preparing t...

Page 31: ...lling the Ductwork Use minimum 26 gauge galvanized or 24 gauge aluminum duct in 6 round or 31 4 x 10 size or combination of both PVC duct should be used if installing under a poured concrete slab NOTE...

Page 32: ...lower is rated at 400 CFM at 0 1 inch of water back pressure TABLE 1 Calculate Total Equivalent Ductwork Length Equivalent Number Equivalent Duct Pieces Length x Used Length 5 round straight 2 7 x ft...

Page 33: ...d Clamp NOTE A clamp has been included with the cooktop for installing the 1 2 flexible conduit Remove the screws holding the wire compartment cover and remove the cover Remove the clamping screw and...

Page 34: ...U L recognized for connection to large gauge household wiring The insulation of these leads is rated at temperatures much higher than the temperature rating of household wiring The current carrying c...

Page 35: ...Surface units are not plugged in solidly UNITS ARE NOT Reflector pans are not set securely in the cooktop FUNCTIONING Surface unit controls are not properly set or wrong surface unit control set PROPE...

Page 36: ...rect cleaning materials have been used encrusted boilovers or grease spatters remain on the surface Use a razor scraper and recommended cleaning procedure DARK STREAKS OR SPECKS Use a razor scraper an...

Page 37: ...37 The Problem Solver NOTES...

Page 38: ...38 NOTES...

Page 39: ...nce GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours...

Page 40: ...than the cooktop creme provided with the product Damage to the glass cooktop caused by hardened spills of sugary materials or melted plastic that are not cleaned according to the directions in the Us...

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