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- Page 1 This Owner's Manual is provided and hosted by Appliance Factory Parts. GE JP389BJBB Owner's Manual Shop genuine replacement parts for GE JP389BJBB Find Your GE Electric Range Parts - Select From 348 Models -------- Manual continues below --------...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Use and Care & Installation Guide “Select-Top” Built-In Modular Downdraft Cooktop Safety Instructions Problem Solver ....4, 5 ....35, 36 Operating Instructions, Tips Installation Instructions Coil Surface Unit Module..... 10, 11 ............28–34 Controls..........9 Cooktop Comparison ......8 Cooktop Vent System ...... -
Page 3: Model And Serial Numbers
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Page 4: Modules And Accessories
The modules can be interchanged for installing and removing that module. quickly and easily. Each module has an electrical To purchase, contact your nearest GE Appliances plug which fits into a receptacle in the center of the dealer or service center or call 800.626.2002. -
Page 5: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. When using electrical appliances, basic safety • Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate on or near the cooktop. precautions should be followed, including the following: • Do not store flammable materials near the cooktop. - Page 6 GEAppliances.com • Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, • Never use the glass cooktop surface as a cutting earthenware or other glazed containers are board (on radiant modules only). suitable for cooktop service; others may break • Do not place or store items on top of the glass because of the sudden change in temperature.
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Page 7: Features Of Your Cooktop
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Page 8: Coil Surface Unit Module
GEAppliances.com 1 Radiant Surface Unit Module 3, 5, 8, 12–14, 26, 27 2 Griddle Plate Accessory 3, 4, Use with the Grill Module heating element 18–20, and reflector pan. 3 Grill Grate 4, 14–17, Part of the Grill Module. Use with the heating element and the reflector pan. -
Page 9: Cooktop Comparison
HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE TO YOUR OLD ONE? Your new modular cooktop may have several types of The following chart will help you to understand the cooking surface units. You will notice some differences differences among the various cooking surface units when you use each one. -
Page 10: How To Set The Controls
GEAppliances.com CONTROLS Surface Cooking With Infinite Heat Controls At both OFF and HI the control “clicks” into position. You may hear slight “clicking” sounds during cooking, indicating the control is keeping the unit at the heat level you set. Switching heats to a higher setting always shows a quicker change than switching to a lower setting. -
Page 11: Coil Surface Unit Module
COIL SURFACE UNIT MODULE How to Insert the Module 1. Be sure the controls are turned 2. Slide the module toward the 3. Lower the inside edge of the to OFF. To install the module, outlet in the side of the cooktop module into the cooktop until position the plug to the outside until the plug is pushed all the... -
Page 12: Deep Fat Frying
GEAppliances.com Deep Fat Frying Do not overfill cookware with fat that may spill over when adding food. Frosty foods bubble vigorously. Watch food frying at high temperatures. Keep cooktop and hood clean from grease. Wok Cooking We recommend that Do not use woks that you use only a flat- have support rings. -
Page 13: Radiant Module
RADIANT MODULE How to Insert the Module 1. Be sure the controls are turned 2. Slide the module toward the 3. Lower the inside edge of the to OFF. To install the module, outlet in the side of the cooktop module into the cooktop until position the plug to the outside until the plug is pushed all the... - Page 14 Types of Cookware The following information will help you choose Glass-ceramic: usable, but not recommended cookware which will give good performance. Poor performance. May scratch surface. Stainless Steel: highly recommended Stoneware: usable, but not recommended Especially good with a sandwich clad bottom. The Poor performance.
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Page 15: Grill Module
RADIANT MODULE (continued) CAUTION • Never cook directly on the glass. • Do not slide cookware across the SURFACE DRAGGING Always use cookware. cooktop because it can scratch COOKING the glass—the glass is scratch resistant, not scratch proof. • Do not use the surface as a •... -
Page 16: Removing The Grill Module
GEAppliances.com Removing the Grill Module When removing the parts of the grill module to clean, be sure all switches are in the OFF position and the module is cool. Remove the grill grate and then slide the heating element toward the center of the cooktop until it is unplugged. - Page 17 GRILL MODULE (continued) Grill Tips • Do not leave the grill unattended while in use. • Allow space between foods when placing them on the grill. Air needs to circulate around the food for • Be sure to preheat according to the cooking guide. best cooking results.
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Page 18: Grill Cooking Guide
GEAppliances.com GRILL COOKING GUIDE Do not leave cooktop unattended during “preheat” (knobs turned to HI) or any time the knobs are turned to HI with food on the grill. 1. Preheat 5 minutes before grilling. Refer to the setting in the guide for a particular food. -
Page 19: Using The Griddle
GRIDDLE ACCESSORY You must have the grill module to use the griddle accessory. Your non-stick coated griddle provides an extra-large cooking surface for meats, pancakes, or other food usually prepared in a frying pan or electric skillet. WARNING: Do not use griddle modules JXDD43 or JXDD46 with these cooktops. -
Page 20: Griddle Tips
GEAppliances.com How to Set The Griddle Controls Front and rear sections of the griddle heating element are controlled separately. Heat only half the griddle surface for cooking small portions or set each half at a different temperature for cooking different types of foods. Push in the control knob depending on which side of the cooktop griddle module is used. -
Page 21: Griddle Cooking Guide
GRIDDLE ACCESSORY (continued) Questions and Answers Q. Can my griddle be switched to the other side of Q. Do I need special cookware for use with the cooktop where it would be more convenient my griddle? for me? A. Avoid using metal cookware with sharp points or A. -
Page 22: Home Canning Tips
GEAppliances.com HOME CANNING TIPS Canning should be done on the Coil Surface Units or HOWEVER, DO NOT USE LARGE DIAMETER the Radiant Units only. CANNERS OR OTHER LARGE DIAMETER POTS FOR FRYING OR BOILING FOODS OTHER THAN Pots that extend beyond 1 inch of the surface unit are not WATER. -
Page 23: Cooktop Vent System
COOKTOP VENT SYSTEM The blower comes on automatically when the grill or griddle is turned on and turns off automatically when the grill or griddle is turned off. If the vent is turned on using the knob, the blower will not turn off automatically and must be turned off using the knob. -
Page 24: Care And Cleaning
GEAppliances.com CARE AND CLEANING NOTE: Let cooktop parts cool before touching or handling. Proper care and cleaning are important so your cooktop will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for your cooktop to assure safe and proper maintenance. Porcelain Enamel Finish Brushed Chrome Finish (on some models) -
Page 25: Vent System
CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Cooktop Tub Wipe out tub with hot soapy water— or a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad. Rinse with a damp cloth. Make sure the drain hole is not blocked. Clean with a cotton swab or toothpick. Vent System Before cleaning the vent grille, be sure exhaust To clean the vent chamber, use hot, soapy water. -
Page 26: Grill Module
GEAppliances.com Modules CAUTION • Do not immerse plug-in surface units in liquids of any kind. • Be sure all controls are turned OFF before attempting to remove a module or heating element. • Do not bend the plug-in surface unit plug terminals. •... -
Page 27: Coil Surface Unit Module
CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Coil Surface Unit Module Clean the area surrounding the surface units Repeated lifting of the surface unit more than according to either the Brushed Chrome or Porcelain 1 inch above the drip pan can permanently section (depending on your model). damage the receptacle. -
Page 28: Glass Surface - Potential For Permanent Damage
GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Radiant Module (continued) Burned-On Residue Metal Marks and Scratches WARNING: DAMAGE to your glass surface may 1. Be careful not to slide pots and pans across your occur if you use scrub pads other than BLUE radiant module. It will leave metal markings on Scotch-Brite ®... -
Page 29: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you begin Electrical Requirements Read these instructions completely and CAUTION: FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, carefully. REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNING Important—Save these instructions for INSTALLATION. local inspector’s use. This appliance must be supplied with the Important—Obser ve all governing codes proper voltage and frequency, as listed in these and ordinances. - Page 30 Step 1 Step 2 Preparing for Installation Preparing the Base Cabinet Positioning the cooktop This cooktop is designed to fit easily into a variety of cabinets. However, some cabinets may require The cooktop is designed to look best when centered modifications.
- Page 31 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Step 4 Step 5A Preparing the Countertop Attach the Blower Transition Duct Clearance between inside front of cabinet and The blower transition duct is not packed ″ in order rear of countertop cutout must be 20 ⁄ with your cooktop.
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Page 32: Step 6 Installing The Ductwork
Step 5C Install ductwork, making male-female connections in direction of airflow as shown. Determine Flexible Ducting’s Equivalent Length Secure all joints with sheet metal screws and duct tape to assure airtight seal. 1. Measure the actual amount of offset (maximum 3″ recommended). The effect upon Duct Tape Over Seam airflow is dependent upon the amount of offset. - Page 33 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) TABLE 1 Equivalent Number Equivalent Duct Pieces Length* x Used = Length Calculate Total Equivalent Ductwork Length 5″ round ″ x 10″ Equivalent Number Equivalent to 3 ⁄ Duct Pieces Length* x Used = Length transition 37 ft. x ( 90°...
- Page 34 Step 7 Tighten the clamping screw Install 1/2″ Flexible Conduit with Supplied until the clamping Clamp tab is fully seated against the wire NOTE: A clamp compartment. has been included Clamping Screw with the cooktop for installing the Clamping Clamp 1/2″...
- Page 35 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Step 9 4-Conductor Branch Circuit When connecting cooktop to a 4-conductor Before Making Electrical Connections circuit, connect the red leads of the cooktop and Note to Electrician: The power leads supplied the power supply to the branch circuit red lead; with this appliance are U.
- Page 36 GEAppliances.com QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE MODULES ARE • Difficulty may be in the main distribution panel of your house, caused by a NOT FUNCTIONING blown circuit fuse, a tripped circuit breaker, the main fuse or the main circuit PROPERLY breaker, depending on nature of the power supply.
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Page 37: Problem Solver
PROBLEM SOLVER (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE TINY SCRATCHES • Incorrect cleaning methods have been used, cookware with rough bottoms has (may appear as cracks) OR been used, or coarse particles (salt or sand) were between the cookware and the ABRASIONS ON RADIANT surface of cooktop. - Page 38 NOTES...
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Page 40: Consumer Services
We’ll Be There With the purchase of your new GE 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 Appliances Website www.GEAppliances.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. -
Page 41: Warranty
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General. Warrantor: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Customer Relations, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 164D4290P413 49-80263...
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