GE 49-80388 User Manual

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49-80388 12-05 JR

Owner’s Manual

& Installation

Instructions

Safety Instructions . . . .2–7

Operating Instructions

Downdraft Vent System . .10

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Gas Surface Burners . . . . .9

Using Your Cooktop . . . .10

Care and Cleaning

Burner Assemblies . . . . .11

Burner Caps and Heads . .11 Burner Grates and

Vent Grille . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Control Knobs . . . . . . . .13

Glass Surface . . . . . . .13, 14

Vent Filter . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Installation Instructions

Ductwork . . . . . . .19–22, 27

Electrical

Connections . . . .23, 28, 29

Exhaust Blower Ratings .21

Final Assembly . . . . . . . .30

Installing

the Cooktop . . . . . . .25–28

Installing the Gasket . . . .24

Power Supply . . . . . . . . .23

Preparation . . . . . . . .17–19

Safety Precautions . . . . . .15

Unpacking

the Cooktop . . . . . . .16, 24

Troubleshooting

Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31, 32

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . .36

Product

Registration . . . . . . . .33, 34

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # __________________

Serial #____________________

Find these numbers on a label under the cooktop, on the side of the vent chamber.

Cooktop

Gas Downdraft

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

—

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

■ Do not try to light any appliance.

■ Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use

any phone in your building.

■ Immediately call your gas supplier from a

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

■ If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the

fire department.

— Installation and service must be performed by

a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

WARNING: If the information in this manual

is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

WARNING!

For your safety, 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California 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.

Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted burners, indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame, will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood.

Have the installer show you the location of the cooktop gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off if necessary.

■ Have your cooktop installed and properly

grounded by a qualified installer, in accordance with the Installation Instructions. Any adjustment and service should be performed only by qualified gas cooktop installers or service technicians.

■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any

part of your cooktop unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other service should be referred to a qualified technician.

■ Locate the cooktop out of kitchen traffic

path and out of drafty locations to prevent poor burner performance.

■ Plug your cooktop into a 120-volt

grounded outlet only. Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug. If in doubt about the grounding of the home electrical system, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly grounded, three-prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.

■ Let the burner grates and other surfaces

cool before touching them or leaving them where children can reach them.

■ Be sure all packaging materials are

removed from the cooktop before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packaging material ignite.

■ Be sure your cooktop is correctly adjusted

by a qualified service technician or installer for the type of gas (natural or LP) which is to be used. Your cooktop can be converted for use with either type of gas. See the Installation Instructions in the LP Conversion Kit.

WARNING: These adjustments must

be made by a qualified service technician in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or property damage. The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion.

■ Do not leave children alone or unattended

where a cooktop is hot or in operation. They could be seriously burned.

■ Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or

hang on the cooktop.

■ Do not operate or clean your cooktop if

the glass is broken or cracked. Cleaning solutions and spillovers could penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Call for service immediately if the cooktop glass breaks or cracks.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

■ CAUTION: Items of interest to

children should not be stored in cabinets above a cooktop—children climbing on the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured.

■ Always keep wooden and plastic utensils

and canned food a safe distance away from your cooktop.

■ Always keep combustible wall coverings,

curtains or drapes a safe distance from your cooktop.

■ Never wear loose-fitting or hanging

garments while using the appliance. Be careful when reaching for items stored in cabinets over the cooktop. Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with flame or hot surfaces and may cause severe burns.

■ Teach children not to play with the controls

or any other part of the cooktop.

■ For your safety, never use your appliance

for warming or heating the room.

■ Always keep dish towels, dishcloths, pot

holders and other linens a safe distance from your cooktop.

■ Do not store flammable materials near

a cooktop.

■ Do not store or use combustible materials,

gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

■ Do not let cooking grease or other

flammable materials accumulate on or near the cooktop.

■ Do not operate the burner without all

burner parts in place.

■ Do not place hot cookware on the glass

cooktop. This could cause glass to break.

■ Do not clean the cooktop with flammable

or volatile cleaning fluids.

■ Do not clean the cooktop when the

appliance is in use.

■ Avoid scratching the cooktop with sharp

instruments, or with rings and other jewelry.

■ Never use the cooktop as a cutting board.

■ Do not use water on grease fires. Never

pick up a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a flaming pan on a surface burner by covering the pan completely with a well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

■ Flaming grease outside a pan can be put

out by covering it with baking soda or, if available, by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,

electrical shock, or injury to persons, observe the following:

A. Use this unit only in the manner intended

by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.

B. Before servicing or cleaning the unit,

switch power off at service panel.

C. When cutting or drilling into wall or

ceiling do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

D. Ducted fans must always be vented to

the outdoors.

E. To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal

ductwork.

F. Do not flame foods on the cooktop. If you

do flame foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of a

cooktop grease fire:

A. Keep fan, filters and grease-laden surfaces

clean.

B. Always turn vent ON when cooking at

high heat.

C. Use high settings on cooktop only when

necessary. Heat oil slowly on low to medium setting.

D. Don’t leave the cooktop unattended

when cooking.

E. Always use cookware and utensils

appropriate for the type and amount of food being prepared.

CAUTION: For general ventilating use

only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

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■ Avoid scratching the glass cooktop surface.

The glass surface can be scratched with items such as sharp instruments, rings or other jewelry and rivets on clothing.

■ Large scratches or impacts to glass

cooktops can lead to broken or shattered glass.

■ Do not operate the cooktop if the glass is

broken. Spillovers or cleaning solution may penetrate a broken cooktop and create a risk of electrical shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately should your glass cooktop surface become broken.

■ Never use the glass cooktop surface as a

cutting board.

■ Do not place or store items that can melt

or catch fire on the glass cooktop surface, even when it is not being used.

■ Be careful when placing spoons or other

stirring utensils on glass cooktop surface when it is in use. They may become hot and could cause burns.

■ Clean the cooktop surface with caution.

If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot surface, be careful to avoid steam burns. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.

NOTE: We recommend that you avoid wiping any surface areas until they have cooled and the indicator light has gone off. Sugar spills are the exception to this. Please see Cleaning the glass cooktop surface section.

■ When the cooktop is cool, use only

CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop

Cleaner and the CERAMA BRYTE

Cleaning Pad to clean the cooktop.

■ To avoid possible damage to the cooking

surface, do not apply cleaning cream to the glass surface when it is hot.

■ After cleaning, use a dry cloth or paper

towel to remove all cleaning cream residue.

■ Read and follow all instructions and

warnings on the cleaning cream labels.

Use care when touching the glass cooktop surface. The glass surface of the cooktop will retain heat after the controls have been turned off.

GLASS COOKTOP SURFACE (on some models)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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. Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool.

WARNING!

SURFACE BURNERS

■ Always use the LITE position when igniting

the top burners and make sure the burners have ignited.

■ Never leave the surface burners unattended

at high flame settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire.

■ Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp

pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holders come near open flames when lifting cookware. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a pot holder. Such cloths can catch fire on a hot burner.

■ When using glass cookware, make sure

it is designed for cooktop cooking.

■ To minimize the possibility of burns,

ignition of flammable materials and spillage, turn cookware handles toward the side or center of the cooktop without extending over adjacent burners.

■ Always turn the surface burner controls off

before removing cookware.

■ Carefully watch foods being fried at a high

flame setting.

■ Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats.

■ Do not leave any items on the cooktop.

The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers, which may cause them to burst.

■ If a combination of oils or fats will be used

in frying, stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly.

■ Do not use a wok on the cooking surface

if the wok has a round metal ring that is placed over the burner grate to support the wok. This ring acts as a heat trap, which may damage the burner grate and burner head. Also, it may cause the burner to work improperly. This may cause a carbon monoxide level above that allowed by current standards, resulting in a health hazard.

■ Foods for frying should be as dry as

possible. Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan.

■ Use the least possible amount of fat for

effective shallow or deep-fat frying. Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added.

■ Use a deep fat thermometer whenever

possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point.

■ Never try to move a pan of hot fat,

especially a deep fat fryer. Wait until the fat is cool.

■ Do not flame foods on the cooktop. If you

do flame foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

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This cooktop leaves the factory set for use with natural gas.

If you want to convert to LP gas, the conversion must be performed by a qualified LP gas installer.

The conversion instructions, conversion sticker and LP orifices can be found attached to the cooktop next to the pressure regulator.

There is a second set of instructions included in the envelope containing the product wiring diagrams on the side of the cooktop. Keep these instructions and the orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas.

■ Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop—

they may melt if left too close to the vent.

■ Keep all plastics away from the surface

burners.

■ If you smell gas, turn off the gas to the

cooktop and call a qualified service technician. Never use an open flame to locate a leak.

■ To avoid the possibility of a burn, always be

certain that the controls for all burners are at the off position and all grates are cool before attempting to remove them.

■ Never clean the cooktop surface when it is

hot. Some cleaners produce noxious fumes and wet cloths could cause steam burns if used on a hot surface.

■ Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings

on or near your cooktop.

■ Do not use aluminum foil under burner

grates. Misuse could result in a fire hazard or damage to the cooktop.

■ Do not cover or block the area around

the cooktop knobs. This area must be kept clear for proper ventilation and burner performance.

■ Clean only parts listed in this Owner’s

Manual.

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Adjust the burner flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware. Excessive flame is hazardous.

SURFACE BURNERS

Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.

COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY…

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Before Lighting a Gas Burner

■ Make sure all grates on the cooktop

are in place before using any burner.

After Lighting a Gas Burner

■ Do not operate the burner for an

extended period of time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.

■ Be sure the burners and grates are

cool before you place your hand, a pot holder, cleaning cloths or other materials on them.

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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

How to Light a Gas Surface Burner

Push the control knob down and turn it to the LITE position.

You will hear a little clicking noise—the sound of the electric spark igniting the burner.

Turn the knob to adjust the flame size. If the knob stays at LITE, it will continue to click.

When one burner is turned to LITE, all the burners spark. Do not attempt to

disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on. An electric shock may result, which could cause you to knock over hot cookware.

Push the control knob down and turn it to the LITE position.

How to Select Flame Size

For safe handling of cookware, never let the flames extend up the sides of the cookware.

Watch the flame, not the knob, as you reduce heat. The flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using.

Any flame larger than the bottom of the cookware is wasted and only serves to heat the handle.

In Case of Power Failure

In case of a power failure, you can light the gas surface burners on your cooktop with a match. Hold a lit match to the burner, then push in and turn the control knob to the LITE position. Use extreme caution when lighting burners this way.

Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally.

IN CASE OF A POWER FAILURE, THE VENTILATION SYSTEM WILL NOT OPERATE.

Sealed Gas Burners

The smaller burner (right rear position) will give the best simmer results. It offers precise cooking performance for delicate foods, such as sauces or foods which need to cook over low heat for a long time. It can be turned down to a very low simmer setting.

The other burners are higher powered and will bring liquids to a boil quicker, especially with the use of a lid.

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Wok This Way

We recommend that you use a flat-bottomed wok, available at your local retail store.

Only a flat-bottomed wok should be used. Do not use a flat-bottomed wok with a wok holder.

Do not use a flat-bottomed wok on a support ring. Placing the ring over the burner or grate may cause the burner to work improperly, resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards. This could be dangerous to your health.

Use a flat-bottomed wok.

Cookware

Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is

recommended because it heats quickly and evenly. Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet. Use saucepans with tight fitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water.

Enamelware: Under some conditions, the enamel of some cookware may melt. Follow cookware manufacturer’s recommendations for cooking methods.

Glass: There are two types of glass cookware: those for oven use only and those for cooktop cooking (saucepans, coffee and tea pots). Glass conducts heat very slowly.

Cast Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will give satisfactory results.

Heatproof Glass-Ceramic: Can be used for either surface or oven cooking. It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly. Check cookware manufacturer’s directions to be sure it can be used on a gas cooktop.

Stainless Steel: This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper, aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution. Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat as the manufacturer recommends.

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Stove Top Grills

Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners. If you use the stove top grill on the sealed gas burner it will cause incomplete combustion and can

result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards. This can be hazardous to your health.

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Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop.

Sealed Burner Assemblies

Turn all controls OFF before removing the burner parts.

The burner grates, caps and burner heads can be lifted off, making them easy to clean.

When one burner is turned to LITE, all the burners spark. Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on. An electric shock may result, which could cause you to knock over hot cookware.

Burner Caps and Heads

Burner Caps

Lift off when cool. Wash burner caps in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. You may scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove burned-on food particles.

Burner Heads

The slits in the burner heads of your cooktop must be kept clean at all times for an even, unhampered flame.

You should clean the surface burners routinely, especially after bad spillovers, which could clog these openings. Lift off when cool.

To remove burned-on food, soak the burner heads in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water for 20–30 minutes. For more stubborn stains, use a toothbrush.

After Cleaning

Before putting the burner caps and heads back, shake out excess water and then dry them thoroughly by setting in a warm oven for 30 minutes.

Replacement

The burner heads and burner bases are labeled A, B and C to aid reassembly.

Replace the burner heads on the bases matching the letters. Replace the caps on the heads. Make sure that the caps and heads are replaced in the correct location. There is one small (A), two medium (B) and one large (C) head and cap.

NOTE: Before removing the burner caps and heads, remember their size and location. Replace them in the same location after cleaning. The burner heads and burner bases are labeled A, B and C to aid reassembly.

CAUTION: Do not operate the burner without all burner parts in place.

After cleaning, make sure the notch in the burner head is positioned toward the electrode. Rotate the burner head around the burner base until it is level and securely seated.

Grate

Electrode

Burner head

Burner cap

Electrode

Burner base

Medium Head and Cap

Small Head and Cap

Large Head and Cap

Front of Cooktop

Vent Filter and Chamber

Remove the vent grille and vent grille gasket. The filter is held in place at an angle with a hold bump. Lift the filter up and out of the vent opening diagonally.

Clean the filter by swishing it in hot, soapy water. Rinse well and dry thoroughly.

Do not operate the vent without the filter in place.

To clean the vent chamber, use hot, soapy

water. Do not use abrasive cleaners; they will damage the finish.

Replacement

Replace the filter after it is cleaned and dry. Replace the vent grille gasket by forming it around the vent opening and make sure the word “FRONT” is toward the knobs. Replace the grille.

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Burner Grates and Vent Grille

Lift off when cool. Grates and grille should be washed regularly and, of course, after spillovers. Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water.

Discoloration on the grates may also be removed by using the provided cooktop cleaning cream. Apply a drop or two on a damp cloth and rub across the discolored area. Rinse and dry. After cleaning, replace the burner grates and make sure they are positioned securely over the burners.

To remove burned-on food, use a soapfilled scouring pad.

Although they are durable, the grates will gradually lose their shine, regardless of the best care you can give them. This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures. You will notice this sooner with lighter color grates.

Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the burner grate. The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.

Replacement

Before replacing the vent grille, make sure the grille gasket is properly installed around the downdraft vent opening, with the word “FRONT” toward the knobs. Replace the vent grille carefully over the gasket.

When replacing the grates, make sure they are positioned with their brass locator feet toward the center.

NOTE: Do not clean the grates, grille or grille gasket in a self-cleaning oven.

The grates, grille and grille gasket may be cleaned in a dishwasher.

Appearance may vary.

Vent Chamber

Remove and replace the filter diagonally through the vent opening.

When replacing the filter, make sure it rests, at an angle, on the supports in the vent opening.

Grille

Vent Grille

Gasket

Vent Filter

The grate legs have one brass foot and three rubber feet. To order replacement rubber grate feet, please call our toll-free number:

National

Parts Center . . . . . . . . . 800.626.2002

Rubber Grate Feet . . #WB02T10101

To order replacement filters, please call our toll-free number:

National

Parts Center . . . . . . . . . 800.626.2002

Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #WB02X10651

Grille

Vent Grille Gasket

Vent Filter

Brass Locator Feet

FRONT

Burned-On Residue

WARNING: DAMAGE to your glass surface

may occur if you use scrub pads other than the pad included with your cooktop.

Allow the cooktop to cool.

Remove the burner grates, vent grille and vent grille gasket. Spread a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE®Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner to the entire burned residue area.

Using the included CERAMA BRYTE®Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops, rub the residue area, applying pressure as needed.

If any residue remains, repeat the steps listed above as needed.

For additional protection, after all residue has been removed, polish the entire surface with CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner

and a paper towel.

Use a CERAMA BRYTE®Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops or a Scotch-Brite®Multi-Purpose No Scratch blue scrub pad.

The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning.

Make sure the knobs are in the OFF positions and pull them straight off the stems for cleaning.

The knobs can be cleaned in a dishwasher or they may also be washed with soap and water. Make sure the insides of the knobs are dry before replacing.

Replace the knobs in the OFF position to ensure proper placement.

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Control Knobs

Flat

Molded flat area

The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning.

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Normal Daily Use Cleaning

ONLY use CERAMA BRYTE®Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the glass cooktop. Other creams may not be as effective.

To maintain and protect the surface of your glass cooktop, follow these steps:

Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it with CERAMA BRYTE®Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner. This helps protect the top and makes clean-up easier.

Daily use of CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner will help keep the cooktop looking new.

Remove the burner grates, vent grille and vent grille gasket.

Shake the cleaning cream well. Apply a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner

directly to the cooktop.

Use a paper towel or CERAMA BRYTE®Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops to clean the entire cooktop surface.

Use a dry cloth or paper towel to remove all cleaning residue. No need to rinse.

NOTE: It is very important that you DO NOT heat the cooktop until it has been cleaned thoroughly.

Clean your cooktop after each spill. Use CERAMA BRYTE®Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner.

Cleaning the glass cooktop.

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The CERAMA BRYTE®Ceramic Cooktop Scraper and all recommended supplies are available through our Parts Center. See instructions under “To Order Parts” section below.

NOTE: Do not use a dull or nicked blade.

Heavy, Burned-On Residue

Allow the cooktop to cool.

Remove the burner grates, vent grille and vent grille gasket.

Use a single-edge razor blade scraper at approximately a 45° angle against the glass surface and scrape the soil. It will be necessary to apply pressure to the razor scraper in order to remove the residue.

After scraping with the razor scraper, spread a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE®Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner to the entire burned residue area. Use the CERAMA BRYTE®Cleaning Pad to remove any remaining residue.

For additional protection, after all residue has been removed, polish the entire surface with CERAMA BRYTE®Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and a paper towel.

Cleaning the glass cooktop.

Turn off all surface burners and, with an oven mitt, remove hot pans and grates.

Wearing an oven mitt: a. Use a single-edge razor blade

scraper (CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Scraper) to move the spill to a cool area on the cooktop.

b. Remove the spill with

paper towels.

Any remaining spillover should be left until the surface of the cooktop has cooled.

Don’t use the surface units again until all of the residue has been completely removed.

NOTE: If pitting or indentation in the glass surface has already occurred, the cooktop glass will have to be replaced. In this case, service will be necessary.

Damage from Sugary Spills and Melted Plastic

Our testing shows that if you are cooking high sugar mixtures such as jelly or fudge and have a spillover, it can cause permanent damage to the glass surface unless the spillover is immediately removed.

Be careful not to slide pots and pans across your cooktop. It will leave metal markings on the cooktop surface.

These marks are removable using the CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner with the CERAMA BRYTE®Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops.

WARNING: Carefully check the bottom of pans for roughness that would scratch the cooktop.

Metal Marks and Scratches

To order CERAMA BRYTE®Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and the cooktop scraper, please call our toll-free number:

National Parts Center 800.626.2002

CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner . . . .# WX10X300

CERAMA BRYTE

Ceramic Cooktop Scraper . .# WX10X0302

Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .# WB64X5027

(Kit includes cream and razor scraper)

CERAMA BRYTE®Cleaning Pads for

Ceramic Cooktops . . . . . . . . . . .#WX10X350

To Order Parts

Glass surface—potential for permanent damage

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The cooktop has been design certified by CSA International. As with any appliance using gas and generating heat, there are certain safety precautions you should follow. You’ll find these precautions in the Important Safety Information section in the front of this Owner’s Manual. Read them carefully.

• Be sure your cooktop is installed properly by a qualified installer or service technician.

• The cooktop must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in their absence, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 – Latest Edition.

• Installation of this cooktop must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 – Latest Edition.

• Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency, manufacturer (dealer) or the gas supplier.

• Disconnect electrical supply before servicing.

• Never reuse old flexible connectors. The use of old

flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal injury. Always use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance.

• Make sure the wall coverings around the cooktop can withstand heat generated by the cooktop up to 200°F.

• Avoid placing cabinets above the cooktop.

• If cabinets are placed above the cooktop, allow a

minimum clearance of 30″ between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets.

• If cabinets are placed above the cooktop, use cabinets no more than 13″ deep.

• If a 30″ clearance between cooking surface and overhead combustible material or metal cabinets cannot be maintained, protect the underside of the cabinets above the cooktop with not less than 1/4″ insulating millboard or gypsum board at least 3/16″ thick covered with 28 gauge sheet steel or 0.020″ thick copper.

• Clearance between the cooking surface and protected cabinets MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24.″ The vertical distance from the plane of the cooking surface to the bottom of adjacent overhead cabinets extending closer than 1″ to the plane of the cooktop sides must not be less than 18.″

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.

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.

Installation

Gas Downdraft

Instructions

Cooktop

If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: ge.com

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.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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.

Hold-Down

Retainers and

Screws

Vent Grille

Cleaning

Cream

Scrub Sponge

Sheet Metal

Screws (9)

(8-18 x 3/8″)

CAUTION: GLASS

IS FRAGILE

DO NOT BUMP EDGE

OF GLASS DURING

INSTALLATION

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)

217⁄8″

201⁄2″

22″

297⁄8″

21⁄4″

283⁄4″

30″ COOKTOP (DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY)

Unit shown fully assembled.

Unit must be vented to the outside!

Installation Instructions

PREPARATION

Installation Instructions

CABINET PREPARATION

PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION

Positioning the cooktop

The cooktop is designed to look best when centered in a cabinet at least 30″ wide.

The exhaust vent beneath the cooktop must be located between wall studs or floor joists so that the ductwork may be installed properly.

The downdraft system with blower, motor and ductwork will occupy the cabinet below the cooktop. Drawers cannot be installed below this cooktop.

Avoid placing cabinets above the cooktop unit, if possible, in order to reduce the hazards caused by reaching over heated surface units.

If the cabinetry is used above the cooktop, allow a minimum 30″ clearance between the cooking surface and the bottom of the unprotected cabinet.

If the clearance between the cooktop and the cabinetry is less than 30″, the cabinet bottom must be protected with a flame retardant millboard at least 1/4″ thick, or gypsum board at least 3/16″ thick, covered with 28 gauge sheet steel or 0.020″ thick copper. Clearance between the cooktop and the protected cabinetry MUST NEVER BE LESS

THAN 24 ″. EXCEPTION: Installation of a listed microwave oven

or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance.

Working areas adjacent to the cooktop should have an 18″ minimum clearance between the countertop and the bottom of the cabinet. If the clearance is less than 18″, the adjacent cabinets should be at least 5″ from the side edge of the cooktop.

13″ max.

depth of

unprotected

overhead

cabinets

5″ min.

clearance from

cutout to side

walls

30″ min.

clearance from

countertop

to unprotected

overhead surface

18″ min. height

from countertop

to nearest cabinet

on either side of

the unit

⁄2″ min.

PREPARING THE BASE CABINET

This cooktop is designed to fit easily into a variety of cabinets. However, the combined installation of a downdraft vent and a cooktop require careful consideration.

Some cabinets may require modifications.

This installation requires a 24″ min. deep cabinet base. The cabinet must be at least 30″ wide.

Preparing a cabinet that is against a wall

In some cabinets, the sides may need to be scooped or cut down 5

⁄4″ as shown, and the corner braces removed in order to accommodate the unit.

In 75 cm and 90 cm frameless European cabinets, the back panel may need to be cut down 5

⁄4″ to accommodate the unit.

Preparing a peninsula or island-type cabinet

In a peninsula or island type cabinet, the sides may need to be scooped or cut down, and the corner braces removed in order to accommodate the unit

53⁄4″

Approx.

53⁄4″ Approx.

for

European

cabinets

PREPARING THE COUNTERTOP

The countertop must have a deep flat surface to accommodate the cooktop and the vent. Countertops with a rolled front edge and backsplash may not provide the flat surface area required.

Clearance between inside front of cabinet and rear of countertop cutout must be 20

⁄8″ in

order to accommodate cooktop depth.

A 1/2″ wide flat area is required around the edge of opening for support of the unit. The cooktop unit must be level and sit squarely into countertop opening.

Carefully cut countertop opening according to the dimensions shown in the illustration. Be sure that opening is cut squarely, with sides parallel to each other and rear exactly perpendicular to sides.

PREPARING FOR DUCTWORK

NOTE: Ductwork MUST be vented to outside. DO NOT vent into a wall, ceiling, crawlspace, attic or any concealed space.

Cut hole in cabinet wall or floor as appropriate for your installation. Make sure exhaust duct is located between wall studs or floor joists.

NOTE: When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

205⁄8″

⁄8″ Min.

205⁄8″

⁄8″ Min.

25″

287⁄8″

91⁄8″

⁄4″

⁄8″

Back Venting

(Requires 3

⁄4″ x 10″)

Rear Wall Venting

Downward Venting

BLOWER TO DUCTWORK ALIGNMENT

In general, the use of flexible ducting is discouraged because it can cause severely restricted airflow. However, if the blower outlet and the floor or wall duct location do NOT align well, then flexible METAL ducting can be used to adapt to an offset. Good alignment without use of flexible ducting is best.

NOTE:

• Do not exceed the maximum recommended offset of 6″.

• Do not allow the flexible ducting to kink or collapse.

• Do stretch the flexible ducting as much as possible

to eliminate as much of the corrugation as possible.

23⁄8″ Min.

A 31⁄4″ x 10″ rectangle to 6″ round transition duct is available at your local building supply store.

NOTE: Illustrations are for planning purposes only

Bottom Venting

6″ Max.

Centerline

Offset

Installation Instructions

CABINET PREPARATION CUTOUTS

Installation Instructions

DUCTWORK CALCULATIONS

Calculate Total Equivalent Ductwork Length

Equivalent Number Equivalent

Duct Pieces Length* x Used = Length

6″ round straight 1 ft. x ( )†= ft.

31⁄4″ x 10″ straight 1 ft. x ( )† = ft.

6″, 90° elbow 15 ft. x ( ) = ft.

6″, 45° elbow 9 ft. x ( )= ft.

24″ max. flexible metal offset adapter 34 ft. x ( ) = ft.

31⁄4″ x 10″ 90° elbow 16 ft. x ( ) = ft.

31⁄4″ x 10″ 45° elbow 5 ft. x ( ) = ft.

31⁄4″ x 10″ 90° flat elbow

18 ft. x ( ) = ft.

6″ round to 3

⁄4″ x 10″

transition 7 ft. x ( ) = ft.

Subtotal Column 1 = ft.

*Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on

actual tests and reflect requirements for good venting performance with any downdraft cooktop.

†Measure and list feet of straight duct used. Count

and list the quantity of all other duct pieces for the “Number Used” of each type.

IMPORTANT:

For maximum efficiency, use the shortest and straightest duct run possible, with as few fittings as possible.

For satisfactory performance, the duct

run should not exceed 100 feet equivalent length.

Venting performance is improved by using larger diameter duct.

Equivalent Number Equivalent

Duct Pieces Length* x Used = Length

6″ round to 31⁄4″ x 10″ transition 90° elbow 20 ft. x ( ) = ft.

31⁄4″ x 10″ to 6″ round transition 5 ft. x ( ) = ft.

31⁄4″ x 10″ to 6″ round transition 90° elbow 12 ft. x ( ) = ft.

6″ round wall cap with damper 21 ft. x ( ) = ft.

31⁄4″ x 10″ wall cap with damper 27 ft. x ( ) = ft.

6″ round roof cap 20 ft. x ( ) = ft.

6″ round roof vent 24 ft. x ( ) = ft.

Subtotal Column 2 = ft.

Subtotal Column 1 = ft.

TOTAL DUCTWORK = ft.

Should not exceed 100 feet.

DO NOT use flexible plastic ducting.

Vent installation should not exceed 100 feet equivalent length.

Installation Instructions

EXHAUST BLOWER SAFETY WARNING

Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of other fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s guidelines and safety standards such as those published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and local code authorities.

NOTE: The exhaust blower output is approximately 400 CFM (cubic feet per minute) without ductwork. Each installation is different and ductwork affects blower output accordingly. Actual blower exhaust CFM can be approximated using the graph below.

Step 1: Calculate the “equivalent duct length” using the “DUCTWORK

CALCULATIONS” table in these instructions for your installation.

Step 2: Find the approximate intersection point of the blower exhaust performance

curve with the equivalent duct length to estimate the actual maximum blower output for your installation.

Examples: 50 equivalent feet of ductwork has approximately 320 CFM.

100 equivalent feet of ductwork has approximately 265 CFM.

Downdraft Cooktop Exhaust Blower CFM

Air Flow (CFM)

6” Diameter Equivalent Duct Length

450

400

350

300

250

200

150

100

0 25 50 75 100 125 150

EXHAUST BLOWER RATINGS

OPTIONAL INSTALLATION: REAR WALL VENTING

5″ round duct may be used on SHORT DUCT runs of 3 feet or less, such as direct to outside wall venting.

To convert blower exhaust direction, remove four nuts behind the filter which hold blower and wire finger guard.

Rotate blower and reinstall to vent chamber, as shown above. Retighten nuts, but do not overtighten.

INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK

Use galvanized or aluminum duct in 6″ round or 3

⁄4″ x 10″ size, or a combination of both.

PVC duct should be used if installing under a poured concrete slab.

NOTE: Local building code must be followed in specifying approved type and schedule of ALL duct used.

Always use an appropriate roof or wall cap with damper. Laundry-type wall caps should NEVER be used.

Install ductwork, making male-female connections in the direction of airflow as shown. Secure all joints with sheet metal screws and duct tape to assure an airtight seal.

Use the shortest and straightest duct run possible. For satisfactory performance the duct run should not exceed 100 feet equivalent length. Refer to TABLE 1 of equivalent lengths. Use TABLE 1 to calculate the total equivalent length of the ductwork.

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