Use & Care Manual

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Installation Gas Downdraft Cooktop
Instructions
PGP9830
“If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES or visit our website at: GEAppliances.com”
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS:
• This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or
gas fitter.
• When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall be
the T-handle type.
• A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed
3 feet.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•
IMPORTANT
–
Save these instructions for local
inspector’s use.
•
IMPORTANT
–
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.
• Unless very knowledgeable in the installation of this
product, engage a professional installer.
•
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
•
Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If You Smell Gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch any electrical switches.
3. Extinguish any open flame.
4. Immediately call your gas supplier.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING
–
Before beginning the installation,
switch power off at the service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched
on accidentally. When the service disconnecting means
cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning
device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
• Saw
• Duct tape
• Measuring tape or scale
• Carpenter’s square
• Adjustable wrench or socket set (
7
/16” socket and ratchet)
• Drill and drill bit
•
1
/4” nut driver
• Sheet metal screws
• Pipe wrench
• Manual gas line shut-off valve
• Pipe joint sealant that resists action of LP gas
• Ductwork to suit the installation
For rigid connection:
• Shut-off valve
• Union
• Pipe fittings as required
For flexible connection where local codes permit:
• Flexible metal tubing (same
3
/4” or
1
/2” I.D. as gas
supply line)
HIGH ALTITUDE ORIFICE CONVERSION KIT
Use for cooktop operation at elevations above 5000 ft.
(1500m).
Specify kit for Natural Gas or LP Gas when ordering:
Natural Gas High Altitude
Orifice Conversion Kit ........................WB28X10114
LP High Altitude Orifice Conversion Kit . . .....WB28X10115
To order, please call our toll-free number:
National Parts Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.626.2002