Cooktop
Vent System
The fan will automatically come
on when the grill/griddle is used.
The built-in vent system helps
remove cooking vapors, odors
and smoke from foods prepared
on the cooktop, grill and
accessories.
How to Operate
Vent System
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To operate the vent
system manually
turn the exhaust
fan switch on the
control panel
clockwise until a click heard, at
this time the exhaust fan will come
on.
Continuous use of the vent system
helps keep the kitchen comfortable
and less humid, reducing cooking
odors and soiling moisture that
normally creates a frequent need
for cleaning.
How to Clean
System
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Before cleaning the vent grill, be
sure exhaust fan is shut off. To
the vent grill, remove it from
the cooktop by lifting it up. Wipe
with a damp cloth. If necessary the
vent grill can be washed in the sink.
Use mild household liquid
detergents for cleaning.
The filters are a permanent type
and should be cleaned when soiled.
Warm water and liquid dishwashing
detergent are
that is required to
clean the filters. The vent box may
be sponged out in the event of
spills.
(Available at extra cost from your
GE dealer.)
The glass-ceramic cooktop module
combines the versatility of surface
unit cooking and wipes clean.
This module is installed and
removed as explained for surface
units. (See page 6.) It is essential
that you use flat-bottom pans on
this module.
Canning or pressure
cooking should not be done on the
glass-ceramic cooktop module.
If not properly cared for, your
ceramic cooktop module can become
stained or scratched. Since soil
buildup can cause discoloration,
spatters and spills must be cleaned up
properly. Heavy buildup can cause a
dull film even when the cooktop is
cool. However, the film is on the
surface only and can be removed.
To keep the ceramic cooktop
looking like new, follow these
steps.
Do not cook foods packaged in
their aluminum foil trays or wrapped
in aluminum foil on glass ceramic.
Foil can melt and fuse to the unit
causing permanent damage.
Keep bottom of cookware and
cooking surface clean and dry.
In dusty or sandy areas, wipe the
cookware and cooking surface to
prevent scratching the ceramic finish.
Avoid scratching the cooktop with
rings, jewelry or other sharp items.
At least once a week, clean the
cooktop with Bon Ami brand
cleanser, or a similar product,
which is especially formulated for
cleaning glass-ceramic appliance
tops and cookware.
To use, apply Bon Ami to damp
paper towel and rub into stain until
it is removed. Be sure cooking
surface is cooled. (For stubborn
stains, apply a paste of Bon Ami
and water, cover with a wet paper
towel, and let stand for about 45
minutes. )
using Bon Ami,
always rinse and dry thoroughly.
NOTE: Bon Ami brand cleanser
can be purchased from your
or Service Center. It is also sold
in many grocery, hardware, and
department stores.
With your rotisserie you add
even more flexibility to cooking
on the grill/griddle cooktop. The
rotisserie fits directly over the
grill Heating Unit.
Many foods such as large whole
meats, spareribs and skewered
foods
well. As the food
rotates over the intense heat of the
grill, it sears on the outside while
inside juices self-baste the meat
giving an especially attractive
to the food.
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