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GE JGP637 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Safety Instru_tions
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2-6
Operating
Instru_tions
Cookware
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S
Flame Size
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7
To Light
a Burner
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7
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9
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10
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11
Control
I_mobs ...............
9
(;lass Cooktop
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19, 13
Stainless
Steel Surfaces
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11
Ins'tallati on Instru_t ions .. 14-96
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27
Consumer
Support
Canada
_'arranty
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33
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Product
Registration
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99, 30
U.S. VFarrantv
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39
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label
trader the cooktop.
J(;P6 3 7
183D5580P150 49-85063-2 03-04JR

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Summary of Contents for GE JGP637

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    vvvvvv.GEAppliances.com Safety Instru_tions ..© Operating Instru_tions Cookware ....J(;P6 3 7 Flame Size ....To Light a Burner ... Care Cleaning Burner Assemblies .... Burner Caps and Heads ..°_ Burner (;rates ....Control I_mobs ....(;lass Cooktop ... 19, 13 Stainless Steel Surfaces...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. IMPORTANT SAFETY N OTICE The Califomb Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of Califomb to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
  • Page 3 www.GEAppliances.com WARNING! For your safe_ 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 P RECAUTIONS Have the instafler show you the location of the cooktop gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off ff necessa_ Hme your cooktop installed...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY P RECAUTIONS Do not ]era> children alone or unattended Do not store or use combustible mamrials, where a cooktop is hot or in operation. gasoline or other flammable vapors and They could be seriously burned. liquids in tile vicinity of this or any other appliance.
  • Page 5 www.GEAppliances.com WARNING! SURFACE BURNERS Use proper pan size--avoid pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. To avoid spillovers, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly. This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food, since heavy spattering or spillovers left on cooktop can ignite.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SURFACE BURNERS Adjust the top burner flame size so # does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware. Excessive flame is hazardous. Don't use alnminnnl foil to line burner Kee I) all plastics away flom the surPace bowls.
  • Page 7 Usingthe cooktopburners. . CEA,,,ia.cescom Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. How to Light a Burner Incaseof a powerfailure, y oucanlightthe Your cooktop burne_ are lit by electric Ltr_ burnerswith a match.Holda fit matchto the ignition, eliminating the need for burner, t henpushin and turnthecontrolknob...
  • Page 8 Usingthe cooktopburners. Wok This Way Werecommend t hat youusea 14" or smaller rise a I']at-bottoilled fiat-bottomed w ok.Makesurethewokbottom support ring. Placing ring over sits flat on thegrate. They areavailable at your grate Use a flat-bottomed wok. burner Illav Catlse btlFner localretailstore.
  • Page 9: Care And Cleaning

    Careand cleaning of the cooktop. .CEApp,i,,ces.com Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop. How to Remove Packaging Tape Appl.v _ith a sol) dofl_ and allow to soak. To assure no (lmnage is done to the...
  • Page 10: Burner Caps And Heads

    Careand cleaning of the cooktop. Burner Caps and Heads Replacement NOTE: Before removing the burner caps I),eplace burner heads over electrodes and heads, remember their size and on the cooktop, in the correct locations location. Replace them in the same location according to flmir size.
  • Page 11 www.GEAppliances.com Burner Grates I,ifl out when cool. (;rates should To get rid of bm'ned-on fi_od, place tile washed regularly and, of com_e, after grates in a covered container; spilh)ve_. _'ash them in hot, soapy water cup ammonia let them soak several rinse with...
  • Page 12 Cleaningthe glass cooktop.(o0 some models) Normal Daily Use Cleaning ONLY use CEIL_d¥IA BRYTE _'Ceramic Shake the cleaning cream well. Apply a t0w drops Of CEIL_/IA Cooktop Cleaner on the glass cooktop. Other creams may not be as eflecfi',e. BRYTE <': C eramic Cooktop Cleaner directly...
  • Page 13 vvww.GEAppliances.com Metal Marks and Scratches This should be reinoved Be careful not to slide pots and pans across your cooktop. It will iininediatelv before heating leave inetal inarkings on the again or the discoloration cooktop surface. Ill'IV l)ei'i//allellt. These inarks are reinowd)le using WARNING: Carefully check the bottom of...
  • Page 14 I Installation Instructions 136" Sealed Gas Cooktop I If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visitourWebsite a t:vwvw.GEAppliances.com I In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: • This product must be installed by a • A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
  • Page 15 Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN FOR YOUR SAFETY Installation of this cooktop must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, WARNING!! with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI If the information in this manual Z223.1/NFPA.54, latest edition.
  • Page 16 Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS -& WARNING! This Appliance must be electrically INSTALLATION SAFETY grounded. Check with your local codes which INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) apply in your area. If no local codes apply, the National Electrical Code, ANSl/NFPA No. The ventilating hood must be constructed of 70-Latest Edition must be followed.
  • Page 17 Installation Instructions Pre-lnstallation Checklist Remove packaging materials, literature Be sure to place all literature package and the conversion kit from the the conversion kit in a safe place for future use. cooktop before beginning installation. Make sure you have all the tools and Literature Package materials you need before starting the...
  • Page 18 Installation Instructions OPENING PREPARING The recommended Gas Supply The following MINIMUM clearance Location from the backwall. dimensions must be maintained. 13" MAX. Depth of unprotected 1" Min. From Backwall overhead cabinets Ill °''°'" clearance from L_"_ Ill/cutout to side 9" [//wall on the right [/I oftheunit...
  • Page 19 Installation Instructions Installing the Cooktop Unit Protect the Surface [B--_ Insert Cooktop Into Cutout of the Cooktop Insert the cooktop centered into the cutout Place a towel or tablecloth onto the countertop. opening. Make sure the front edge of the Lay the cooktop upside down onto the protected countertop is parallel...
  • Page 20 Installation Instructions Installing the Cooktop I_--1] P rovide Adequate Gas Installing the Regulator Supply NEVER REUSE OLD CONNECTORS This cooktop is designed to operate on natural WHEN INSTALLING THIS COOKTOP. gas at 4" of water column pressure. It is shipped from the factory set for natural gas. WARNING: Never reuse old flexible The convertible...
  • Page 21 Installation Instructions Installing the Cooktop cont. Complete the connection _-_ INSTALLATION OVER BUILT-IN OVEN with a coupling Install a coupling See built-in oven installation for complete between installation instructions. regulator and the shutoff valve to Pressure Regulator complete connection. Coupling 5"...
  • Page 22 Installation Instructions Installation---Electrical Connections _---_ Because of potential safety hazards _--_ Where a standard two-prong wall under certain conditions, we strongly receptacle is encountered, it is the recommend against the use of an personal responsibility and obligation extension cord. However, if you still elect of the customer to have it replaced to use an extension cord, it is absolutely...
  • Page 23 Installation Instructions Installation---Electrical Connections Usage situations where CAUTION: Attaching the adaptor appliance power cord will be ground terminal to the wall disconnected infrequently. receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the For 15 amp circuit only. Do not use an adaptor screw is metal, and not insulated, on a 20 amp circuit.
  • Page 24: Burner

    Installation Instructions Cooktop Burners Assembling the Cooktop Burners the top of the burner is removed. Do not remove the top or touch the electrode of any burner he electrode of the spark igniter is exposed. Be careful not to push any cooktop controls while while another burner is turned on.
  • Page 25 Installation Instructions Cooktop Burners cont. Checking the Igniters The Burner Flames Turn each burner on. Flames should be blue Operation of the electric igniters should in color with no trace of yellow. The burner be checked after the cooktop and supply flames should not flutter or blow away from line have been carefully...
  • Page 26 Installation Instructions Operation Checklist Make sure all controls are left in When ordering parts, always the OFF position. include the serial number, model number and a code letter to Make sure the flow of ensure proper replacement parts. combustion and ventilation to the cooktop is unobstructed.
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Tips

    Before you call for service... www.GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting -tips Save time and money! Review the chart on this page first and you may not need to carl for service. What To Do Possible Causes Burners have yellow or The combustion quality of •...
  • Page 28 Notes.
  • Page 29 V_.,e , ,,._" ,,,.f;de.,'ei. GE..d ,'.U,,_i. thet._.S, t,,U-f_'ee .t aUU.OZO.ZZZ_ tk)Y UlOi'e infoi'ulation, *M1 lmmds cox<_<<l, tip Io 20 y<al_ old, in Ih< conlinental U.S. (_111h<r< Please place in envelope and mail to:...
  • Page 30 * Please provide your eqnail address to receive, via eqnail, discounts, special oftk,l-, and <)tiler important communications from GE Appliances (GEA). Check here if you do not want to receixe COlnmunications ti-om GEA's carefiflly selected partners. FAILI RE T() COMPI.ETE...
  • Page 31 Notes.
  • Page 32 One Year Anypart of the (ooktop which fifils due to a (lefe(t in materials or workmanship. From the date of the During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor origina!purchase related sex_'ice costs to replace...
  • Page 33 GEGas CooktopWarranty.(For c.stomors inConodo) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, call 1.800.361.3400. GE Will Replace: Anypattof cooktop which fifils due to a defect in materials or _n'kmanship. From the date of the...
  • Page 34: Consumersupport

    Get on-line schedule "_ot:u"service at your comenience 24 hours day of the xear! Or call 800.GE.(:ARES (800.432.2737) dtuino nom_al business hours. ha Cmmda, call 1.800.361.3400 flea/Life DesignStudio www.GEAppliances.com i,, theu.s.: GE supports Uni\'e_al...