GE Monogram® Owner’s Manual Radiant Cooktop www.monogram.
Consumer Information Radiant Cooktop Introduction Your new Monogram radiant cooktop makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen planning flexibility. Whether you chose it for its purity of design, assiduous attention to detail—or for both of these reasons—you’ll find that your Monogram cooktop’s superior blend of form and function will delight you for years to come. Your Monogram cooktop was designed to provide the flexibility to blend in with your kitchen cabinetry.
Before using your cooktop Read this manual carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new cooktop properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, there is a list of toll-free consumer service numbers included in the back section of this manual. OR Visit our Website at: www.monogram.com Write down the model & serial numbers You’ll find them on a label under the cooktop.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, 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: • Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the provided installation instructions.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • To avoid possible damage to the cooking surface, do not apply the cleaning cream to the glass surface when it is hot. • After cleaning, use a dry cloth or paper towel to remove all the cleaning cream residue. • Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the cleaning cream labels. • Do not operate the glass surface units if the glass is broken. Spillovers or cleaning solution may penetrate a broken cooktop and create a risk of electrical shock.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • To minimize the possibility of burns, always be certain that the controls for all surface units are at the off position and the entire glass surface is cool before attempting to clean the cooktop. • Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and canned food a safe distance away from your cooktop. They may become hot and could cause burns. • Do not place or store items on top of the glass cooktop surface when it is not in use.
Features of Your Cooktop Radiant Cooktop Design information 2 4 2 3 2 (Not all features are on all models. Appearance may vary.
Using Your Cooktop Radiant Cooktop How to set the controls Push the knob in and turn in either direction to the setting you want. At both OFF and HI the control “clicks” into position. You may hear slight “clicking” sounds during cooking, indicating the control is keeping the power level you set. The controls for the radiant surface units can be set anywhere between LO and HI for an unlimited number of heat settings.
Radiant surface units The radiant cooktop features heating units beneath a smooth glass surface. NOTE: A slight odor is normal when a new cooktop is used for the first time. It is caused by the heating of new parts and insulating materials and will disappear in a short time. NOTE: On models with a white glass cooktop, it is normal for the surface to appear discolored when it is hot. This is temporary and will disappear as the glass cools.
Using Your Cooktop Radiant Cooktop Using the bridge surface unit Make sure the pan rests flat on the glass cooktop. When the select knob points to , the CONTROL knob controls both the left front surface unit and the bridge area. Choose pans that match the circle/bridge area as closely as possible. When the select knob points to , the CONTROL knob controls the left front surface unit only.
Cookware Tips Radiant Cooktop Types of cookware The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance. Stoneware: usable, but not recommended Poor performance. May scratch the surface. Stainless Steel: recommended Use pans that match the diameter of the surface unit. Cooking performance will not be as good if the cookware is either smaller or larger than the surface unit. Aluminum: heavy weight recommended Good conductivity.
Home Canning Tips Radiant Cooktop Observe the following points in canning Note: Flat-bottomed canners are required for glass cooktops. Right! Pots that extend beyond 1 inch of the surface unit’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 units. 4.
Care and Cleaning Radiant Cooktop Control knobs The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning. Molded rib Before removing the knobs for cleaning, please note that the knobs are in the proper OFF position. When replacing the knobs, check the OFF position to insure proper placement. The knob has a groove in each side. The groove on one side has a spring clip. The other groove is clear. Check the inside of the knob and find the molded rib.
Glass Cooktop Cleaning Radiant Cooktop Daily cleaning Clean the glass surface with cleaning cream before you use the cooktop for the first time. Also, clean the glass surface after each use. This helps protect the top and makes clean-up easier. Use only a recommended cleaning cream, such as Cerama Bryte brand or the Cooktop Cleaning Cream brand, on the glass cooktop. To maintain and protect the surface of your new glass cooktop follow these steps.
Special care for sugary spills Our testing shows that if you are cooking high sugar mixtures such as jelly or fudge and have a spillover, permanent damage to the cooktop surface may occur unless the spillover is immediately removed. Be sure to use a new sharp razor scraper. Do not use a dull or nicked blade. Sugary spillovers (such as jellies, fudge, candy syrups) or melted plastics can cause pitting of the surface of your cooktop (not covered by the warranty) unless the spill is removed while still hot.
Before You Call For Service… Radiant Cooktop Save time and money! Review the troubleshooting tips on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SURFACE UNITS • You must use pans which are absolutely flat. If light can be seen WILL NOT MAINTAIN between the pan bottom and a straight edge, the surface units will A ROLLING BOIL OR not transfer heat properly. COOKING IS SLOW • Pan bottoms should closely match the diameter of the surface unit selected.
Important Mail Today Consumer Product Ownership Registration GE Appliances Place 1st Class Letter Stamp Here General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P.O.
Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! ✄ Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: 1 2 3 Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification.
Consumer Services With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll- free! GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000 Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, 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.
WARRANTY YOUR MONOGRAM COOKTOP WARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. 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 any part of the cooktop that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
