GE Profile JGP656 Series Technical Service Manual page 12

Before You Begin
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Note: Save instructions for local inspector's use.
• Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• This appliance must be properly grounded.
Tools and Materials You will Need:
• Saw
• Large, flat-blade screwdriver
• Duct tape (downdraft only)
• Measuring tape or scale
• Carpenter's square
• Pipe wrench
• Manual gas line shutoff valve
• Pipe joint sealant that resists action of LP gas
• Duct work to suit the situation (downdraft only)
• Wood screws (downdraft only)
For Flexible Connection Where
Local Codes Permit:
• Flexible metal tubing (same 3/4-in. or 1/2-in.
I.D. as gas supply line)
• Flare union adapter for connection to supply
line (3/4-in. NPT x 3/4-in. I.D. or 1/2-in. NPT x
1/2-in. I.D.)
• Flare union adapter for connection to regulator
(1/2-in. NPT x 3/4-in. I.D. or 1/2-in. I.D.)
For Rigid Connection:
• Pipe fittings as required
Important Safety Instructions
These cooktops have been design-certified by the
American Gas Association. As with any appliance
using gas and generating heat, there are certain
safety precautions that must be followed.
The cooktop must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes, or in their absence,
with National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 –
Latest Edition.
Installation of cooktop must conform with local
codes, or in their absence, with National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1 – Latest Edition.
Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing.
Wall coverings, countertops, and cabinets should
be able to withstand 200 °F heat generated by the
cooktop.
Avoid placing cabinets above the cooktop.
If cabinets are placed above the cooktop, use
cabinets no more than 13 in. deep.
If cabinets are placed above the cooktop, allow a
minimum clearance of 30 in. between the cooking
surface and the bottom(s) of unprotected
cabinet(s).
If a 30-in. clearance between cooking surface and
overhead combustible material or metal cabinets
cannot be maintained, protect the underside of
cabinets above cooktop with insulating millboard
at least 1/4-in. or gypsum board at least 3/16-in.
thick, covered with 28 gauge sheet steel or 0.020
in. thick copper.
Clearance between the cooking surface and
protected cabinets must never be less than 24 in.
Exception: Installation of a listed microwave oven
or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall
conform to the installation instructions packed with
the appliance.
Vertical distance from the plane of the cooking
surface to the bottom of adjacent overhead
cabinets extending closer than 1 in. to the plane of
the cooktop sides must not be less than 18 in.
Adjacent cabinets should be at least 8 in. from the
side of the cooktop.
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