Radiant Cooktop Safety Instructions . . . . . . . 2–4 Operating Instructions . . . . . . Cookware Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 9 Dual Surface Element . . . . . . . . . . 7 Features of Your Cooktop. . . . . . . . 5 Surface Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7 Temperature Limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Care and Cleaning Control Knobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Glass Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11 Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
GEAppliances.com WARNING! SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not touch surface elements. 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 the surface elements or areas nearby the surface elements; allow sufficient time for cooling first. Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop and areas facing the cooktop.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! RADIANT SURFACE ELEMENTS Use care when touching the cooktop. The glass surface of the cooktop will retain heat after the controls have been turned off. Avoid scratching the glass cooktop. The cooktop can be scratched with items such as sharp instruments, rings or other jewelry and rivets on clothing. Never use the glass cooktop surface as a cutting board.
Features of your cooktop. GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Feature Index (Features and appearances may vary.
Using the surface elements. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. How to Set Push the knob down and turn in either direction to the setting you want. When the control is in any position other than Off, it may be rotated without pushing it down. At Off, Hi, Lo and Simmer, the control clicks into position. You may hear slight clicking sounds during cooking, indicating the control is keeping the power level you set.
GEAppliances.com Dual Surface Element (on some models) The left front surface element has 2 cooking sizes to select from so you can match the size of the element to the size of the cookware you are using. To use the small surface element, turn the SELECTOR knob to . Push in and turcontrol knob to the desired setting. The element will only heat the area inside the smaller circle. To use the large surface element, turn the SELECTOR knob to . Push down and turn the control knob to the desired setting.
Selecting types of cookware. The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops. Stainless Steel: Porcelain Enamel-Covered Cast Iron: recommended Aluminum: Check pans for flat bottoms by using a straight edge. heavyweight recommended Good conductivity. Aluminum residue sometimes appears as scratches on the cooktop but can be removed if cleaned immediately. Because of its low melting point, thin weight aluminum should not be used.
GEAppliances.com Observe the Following Points in Canning Right! Wrong! Note: Flat-bottomed canners are required for glass cooktops. Pots that extend beyond 1s of the surface element’s circle are not recommended for most surface cooking. However, when canning with water-bath or pressure canner, larger-diameter pots may be used. This is because boiling water temperatures (even under pressure) are not harmful to the cooktop surfaces surrounding the surface elements.
Cleaning the glass cooktop. Normal Daily Use Cleaning Use CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the glass cooktop. To maintain and protect the surface of your glass cooktop, follow these steps: Clean your cooktop after each spill. Use CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner. Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it with CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner. This helps protect the top and makes cleanup easier.
GEAppliances.com Metal Marks and Scratches If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum or copper are allowed to boil dry, the overlay may leave black discoloration on the cooktop. This should be removed immediately before heating again or the discoloration may be permanent. Be careful not to slide pots and pans across your cooktop. It will leave metal markings on the cooktop surface.
Installation 30s Electric Cooktop Instructions JP256 “If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES or visit our website at: GEAppliances.com” BEFORE YOU BEGIN MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT ³ Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. • IMPORTANT ³ Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future reference.
Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS • For Personal Safety, remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. • Be sure your cooktop is installed properly by a qualified installer or service technician. • To eliminate the risk of burns or fire due to reaching over heated surface elements, cabinet storage located above the surface units should be avoided.
Installation Instructions PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST WARNING – The electrical power to the cooktop supply line must be shut off while connections are being made. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. C Remove Installation Instructions from literature pack and read them carefully before you begin. Be sure to place all literature, Owner’s Manual, Installations, etc. in a safe place for future reference.
Installation Instructions PREPARING THE OPENING 1 The following MINIMUM clearance dimensions must be maintained. 13s MAX. depth of unprotected overhead cabinets 1-3/4s MIN. clearance from cutout to side wall on the right of the unit 30s MIN. clearance from countertop to unprotected overhead surface 18s MIN.
Installation Instructions PREPARING THE OPENING (CONT.) 4 OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES (cont.) Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and cabinets around the cooktop can withstand heat (up to 200°F) generated by the cooktop. Wall coverings, cabinets and countertop must withstand heat up to 200°F.
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE COOKTOP 1 INSTALLING THE JUNCTION BOX Install an approved junction box where it will be easily reached through the front of the cabinet where the cooktop will be located. The cooktop conduit is 58s long. 3 ATTACH FOAM TAPE Apply the foam tape around the outer edge of the glass. Do not overlap the foam tape. Bottom of Cooktop Foam Tape Install junction box so that it can be reached through the front of the cabinet. 5s Min.
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE COOKTOP (CONT.) 5 INSERT COOKTOP INTO CUTOUT Insert the cooktop centered into the cutout opening. Make sure the front edge of the countertop is parallel to the cooktop. Make final check that all required clearances are met. 6 ATTACH HOLD-DOWN BRACKETS TO CABINET Open the cabinet door. Install the second screw through the bracket and tighten. Then tighten the first screw. Install the thumbscrew until it touches the bottom of the countertop.
Installation Instructions ,167$//$7,21³(/(&75,&$/ &211(&7,216 A When making the wire connections, use the entire length of conduit provided. The conduit must not be shortened. B With the cooktop in place, open the front of the cabinet door. C Insert the wires from the conduit through the opening of the junction box. E Once the connections are made, secure wires together using wire nuts.
Installation Instructions CHECKLISTS 1 PRE-TEST CHECKLIST 2 OPERATION CHECKLIST A Remove all protective film, if present, and any stickers. A Remove all items from the top of the cooktop surface. B Check to be sure that all wiring is secure and not pinched or in contact with moving parts. B Turn on the power to the cooktop. Verify that all surface burners operate properly. C Check level of appliance. C D Check that the cooktop is properly grounded.
Before you call for service… GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the chart on this page first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Surface elements will not maintain a rolling boil or cooking is slow Improper cookware being used. • Use pans which are absolutely flat and match the diameter of the surface element selected. Surface elements do not work properly A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
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GE Electric Cooktop Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call *( &$5(6 ,Q &DQDGD FDOO Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service. Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
