GE JP362, JP671, JP673 Use and Care Manual

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Contents

Modular

Upd&Cootip

Appliance Registration Automatic Surface Unit

Canning Care and Cleaning

Cleaning Guide Controls

Energy-Saving Tips Features

Feature Index Grease CollectorJar

Model and Serial Numbers Modules

Calrod” Surface Unit Module 9

Cooking Guide

Griddle Module

Cooking Guide

Grill Module

Cooking Guide

Solid Disk Module

Cooking Guide

9-14, 16-23

25,

6, 18

10, 11

21,22

18, 19

12-14

16, 17

6 7

Problem Solver Repair Service

Safety Instructions Warranty

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Back Cover

Models

JP362 JP671 JP673

GEAppRances

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Help us help you...

Before using your cooktop, read this book 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, your phone number):

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

write

(include

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a nameplate on the underside of the cooktop on the right, next to the grease jar.

These model and serial numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your cooktop. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your cooktop.

If you received a damaged

cooktop...

Optional Accessories

To add versatility to your cooktop, the following accessories are available at extra cost from your dealer.

Your interchangeable cooktop modules can be used on either side of the cooktop. Additional modules can be purchased from your dealer, to double your grill/griddle capacity or to add two more surface units.

JXDC41-Calrod@ Surface

Unit Module

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the cooktop.

Save time and money. Before you request service . . .

Check the Problem Solver on pages 28 and 29. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

JXDU7–Grill

JXDL49

(JP673

Module

only)

JXDM1—Grill

JXDD43–Griddle Module

JXDD46

JXDS42–Solid

JXDS48 (JP673

Cover

(JP673

only)

‘a> L

Disk Module

only)

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When using

basic safety

fotiwed,

following:

●

US~

this appiiance only for

intended

rnand,

●

~~ sure

p~~tiy instaiied

quaiified a~cordanc~ with

initiation

* Don’t

how to

cooktop, Some

work differently from those on your previous cooktop.

●

Donzt

attempt to

repiace cooktop mdess it reeemmended b

otier servicing

to a

qutified

o Have the Ioeation

the

b-er or W.

easy

rekrenw.

* ~efore perfodng

service,

elmtrid

p~autions

including the

use as

described

your appliance

and

&chniCian

thfi

provided

instructions+

assume

that

operate all parts of

features may

repair

any part of your

this book.

shouid be re%rred

technician.

instailer show

the

circuit

Mark it for

DISCONNECT THE

COOK~P POMR SWPLY

AT= HOUS~OLD

DIS~~ON BY

REMQWG THE FUSE

OR SWI~HING OFF

CIRCUIT

* Do ehfldren or

una~ndd appiian~ never be allowed to sit or on any part of the appiianee.

* Don’t allow

,–.

stidor

~W~R.

not leave ti]dren aione—

shotid

is in

hang enthe

P~L

not be Iefi alone

in an area where an

tise.

They should

anyone to climb,

appliances,

should

in this

punded

you

know

the

spK14y

YOU

THE

stid

cooktop.

its

●

Never wear 1

~fitting

hanging garments while

*eappiianm

could be ignited if brought in

conmt

and may

●

moist

hot tim steam. touch hot heating elements. not use a towel or cIoth in place of a pot holder.

●

y~ur heattig

with hot heating elements

Use

only

ar damp potholders on

surfi~s

For

your

appliance

the room.

Do not

-terkds

●

Keep hood

clean

and to

store combustible rnateriais,

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of

awoid

this or any

not let cooking or other

accumulate on

not

fires.

Never pick up a flaming

Smother framing pan on

surface

unit by completely with

shW or flat tray.

Fiaming

put

baking soda

Fiamrnablemateti

cause severe burns.

dry pot

may result in

Do not let pot holders

safety,

haIders—

other

never use

far

warming

store fhunmable

near the

cookto~

aud -e

rnainMin

grease

other

good venting

f~s. Da

flamrna

appiiance.

flammable

the cooktap.

use

water on grease

covering ~

well-fittiug Iid,

grease outside a

out by covering with

or,

if available, a

using

burns

buiky

~hrs

not

blegasoline or

grease

materiais

pan

mniti-purpose ~ chemid

or foam type

@inguisher.

*Be sure drip

Pam not

coverd and are h place.

absence

damage cooktop

during cooking couid

parts and

wiring.

Their

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—.

not

replace

m~mtor jar

grease

any

* w amid

of a

jar with a

which codd break

drips

wide

month

the possibility

bm or elwtric shti,

always be certain

controb for *1

are at 0~

the_

into it.

Wplace

canning jar.

that

heathg

@tion

md #

mayodse

when hot

with

the

ukts

units

are cool before attempting to

or remove them.

●

F- for frying

dry as

foods or moisture on fresh can cause

and over

U* ~ttle

shtiow

FWing

able.

hot

sides of pan.

fat for eff~ive

or deepfat

the pm too full of

cause

spillovers when

should be

Frost

fit

to bubble up

fryiag.

food

fro=n

fds

is added.

If a

combbtion

fats

@be

used

@ether before

otis

b-,

heating,

stir

or as

tits melt slowly.

* Nways

wa~h

* Use

heat fat

as it

heats.

slowly9

and

deep fat thermometer

whenever possible to prevent

overheating

tit beyond

the

smoking point.

SAW

~STRUCTIONS

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Ene~y-Saving ~ps

●

Use cookware with tight-fitting covers and flat bottoms which completely cover the heated portion of the surface unit.

●

Cook fresh vegetables with a minimum amount of water in a covered pan.

●

Watch foods when bringing them

quicuy

to cooking temperatures at HIGH heat. When food reaches cooking temperature, reduce heat immediately to lowest setting that will keep it cooking.

● Use residual heat whenever

possible. For example, when cooking eggs in the shell, bring water and eggs to boil, then turn to OFF position and cover with lid to complete the cooking.

● Always turn surface unit OFF

before removing cookware.

● Use correct heat for cooking tisk:

HIGH—to start cooking (if time allows, do not use HIGH heat to start).

MED

HIGH—quick browning. MED—s1ow frying. LOW—finish cooking most

quantities.

WM—double

boiler heat, finish cooking, and special for small quantities.

●

When boiling water for tea or coffee, heat only amount needed. It is not economical to boil a container full of water for one or two cups.

● Preheat griddle only when

necessary. Foods high in natural fat, such as bacon or sausage, can be started on a cold griddle.

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Features of Your

Cooktop

Model

JP362

.[~]

Model Model

Ev”

JP6fl JP6~

(For 208 volt imtillation)

—

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Feature Index

1 Surface Unit Controls. Push in and turn to set surface units from

WM to HIGH.

2 Indicator Light. Lights when any unit of the cooktop is turned on. 3

Calrod@

cooktop and can be easily removed for cleaning.

Surface Unit Module. Entire module plugs into the

(JXDC41,

optional at extra cost.)

Explained

on page

●

1.1

●

4 Plug-In

Calrod@

Surface Units. Units maybe easily removed to clean reflector pans beneath each coil. Do not submerge plug-in units in water.

5 Chrome Trim Ring and Aluminum Drip Pan. Remove for cleaning. 6 Solid Disk Module. Cast iron solid disk elements are sealed so they

are easy to clean. JXDS42 for models for model

JP673.

(Optional at extra cost.)

7 Fixed Solid Disk Automatic Electronic

JP362

and

JP671.

Sensi-TempTM

JXDS48

Surface Unit. Senses the temperature of the cooking container and regulates it according to the setting selected.

8 Automatic Surface Unit Control. 9 Griddle Module. Griddle plugs into the cooktop and can be easily

removed for cleaning.

JXDD46 for model

JXDD43

JP673.

for models JP362 and

(Optional at extra cost.)

JP671.

10 Grill Module. Grill is easily removed for cleaning. 11 Grease Collector System. Uses mason jars to collect grease. Easy

removal for cleaning.

12 Cooktop Tub. Easily cleaned when module is removed.

26,27

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I“l

●

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Controk

Surface Cooting with

Infinite Heat

Your surface units and controls are designed to give you an infinite choice of heat settings for surface unit cooking.

At both OFF and HIGH positions, there is a slight niche so control “clicks” at those positions; “click” on HIGH marks the highest setting; the lowest setting is between the words WM and OFF. In a quiet kitchen, you may hear slight “clicking” sounds during cooking, indicating heat settings selected are being-maintained:

Switching heats to higher settings always shows a quicker change than switching to lower settings.

Controk

How to Set the

Controk

Step 1: Grasp control knob and

push in.

‘}Qfi}

I I

Step 2:

counterclockwise to desired heat setting.

Turn either clockwise or

OFF

HIGH

FRONT(GRIDDLE

fi~~~L

Cooting Guide

for Using Heat Settings

HIGH MED

HIGH

MED

LOW

At HIGH or MED HIGH, never leave food unattended. cause smoking; greasy may catch fire.

Bring water to boil. Fast fry, pan broil; maintain

fast boil on large amount of food.

Saute and brown; maintain slow boil on large amount

of food. Cook after starting at

HIGH; cook with little water in covered pan.

Steam rice, cereal; maintain serving temperature of most foods.

—

Boilovers spillovers

—

Control must be pushed in to set only from OFF position. When control is in any position other than OFF, it maybe rotated

without pushing in.

Be sure you turn control to OFF

when you finish cooking. An

indicator light will glow when

ANY surface unit is on.

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Calrod@

See

Calrod”

Surface Unit Module

Surface Unit Module Cooking Guide on pages 10 and

How to Imert Module

Step 1:

to OFF. To install module, position plug to outside wall

Step 2:

receptacle in side plug is engaged completely in receptacle.

Be sure controls are turned

ofcooktop.

Slide module toward

ofcooktop until

How to Remove Module

Step 1:

before attempting to remove module.

Step 2:

module until base clears the opening at the side of cooktop.

Step 3:

the front and back edges and slide toward center of cooktop. Lift out when unplugged.

Step

do not stack them or store other materials on top of them. This could damage or mar surface of modules.

Calrod@ Ufit Quetiiom &

Q. May I can foods and preserves on my surface unit coils?

A. Yes,

designed for the manufacturer’s instructions and recipes for preserving foods. Be sure canner is flat-bottomed and fits over the center of your surface unit coil. Since canning generates large amounts of steam, be to avoid burns from steam or heat. Canning should only be done on surface units.

Be sure surface units are cool

Lift up tab at inside edge of

To unplug, hold module by

4: If you are storing modules,

Surface

Module

Amwers

but only use cookware

-g

pU~SCS.

Check

carefil

Q. Why am I not getting the heat I need from my I have the knobs on the right setting?

A. After turning surface unit off

and making sure it is cool, check to make sure that your plug-in units are securely fastened into the surface connection.

Why does my cookware tilt when I unit?

A. Because the surface unit is

not flat. Make sure the feet of your surface units are sitting on the inside rim of the trim ring, and the trim ring is flat on the cooktop surface.

Q. Why is the porcelain finish on

my cookware coming A. If you set your surface unit

coil higher than required for the cookware material and leave it, the finish may smoke, crack, pop, or bum depending on the pot or pan. Also, a too high heat for long periods, and small amounts of dry food, may damage the finish.

place

uniti

even though

them on the surface

Step 3:

module into cooktop until it is flush with cooking surface.

Lower the inside edge of

Q. Can I cover my drip pans with foil?

A. No. Clean as recommended in

Cleaning Guide.

Q. Can I use special cooking equipment, like an oriental wok, on any surface units?

A. Cookware without flat surfaces

is not recommended. The life of your surface unit can be shortened and the cooktop can be damaged from the high heat needed for this type of cooking. A special flat bottom wok can be used safely.

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Calrod”

Surface Unit Module Cooking Guide

Cookwm

~PS

1. Use medium-or heavy-weight

cookware. Aluminum cookware conducts heat faster than other

metis.

Cast iron and coated cast iron cookware is slow to absorb heat, but generally cooks evenly at LOW or MED settings. Steel pans may cook unevenly if not combined with other metals.

Food

Cereaf

Cornmeal, grits,

oatmeal

Cocoa

Coffee

Eggs

Cooked in shell

Fried sunny-side-up

Fried over easy

Poached

Scrambled or omelets

Fruits

Meata,

Poultry

Braised: Pot roasts of

beef, lamb or pork steaks and chops

Pan-fried: Tender chops; thin steaks up to 3/4-inch; minute steaks; hamburgers; franks and sausage; thin fish fillets

veal;

Covered Saucepan

Uncovered Saucepan

Percolator

Covered Saucepan

Covered Skillet

Uncovered Skillet

Covered Skillet

Uncovered Skillet

Covered Saucepan

Covered Skillet

Uncovered Skillet

To conserve the most cooking

energy, pans should be flat on the

Deep Fat Frying. Do not overfill

kettle with fat that may spill over bottom, have straight sides and tight when adding food. Frosty foods fitting lids. Match the size of the saucepan to the size of the surface unit. A pan that extends more than keep

bubble vigorously. Watch foods

frying at high temperatures and

cooktop

and vent system clean an inch beyond the edge of the trim from accumulated grease. ring traps heat which causes discoloration ranging from blue to dark gray on chrome trim rings.

Directions and Setting

Cookin~

to Start

HIGH.

In covered pan bring

water to boil before adding cereal.

HIGH.

Stir together water or milk, cocoa ingredients. Bring just to a boil.

HIGH. At first perk, switch heat to LOW.

HIGH.

Cover

e~s

water. Cover pan, cook until steaming.

MED HIGH. Melt butter, add

eggs and cover skillet.

HIGH. Melt butter.

HIGH.

In covered pan bring

water to a boil.

HIGH. Heat butter until light golden in color.

HIGH. In covered pan bring fruit and water to boil.

HIGH. Melt fat, then add meat. Switch to MED HIGH to brown meat. Add water or other liquid.

HIGH.

Preheat skillet, then

grease lightly.

with cool

Setting to Complete

CookingCookware

LOW or

Finish timing according to

MED, to cook 1 or 2

LOW to maintain gentle but steady perk.

LOW. Cook only 3 to 4 minutes for soft cooked;

Continue cooking at MED HIGH until whites are

just about set, about 3 to 5

more minutes. LOW, then add eggs. When

bottoms of eggs have just set,

carefully turn over to cook other

side.

LOW.

Cook uncovered about 5 minutes at MED HIGH.

MED. Add egg mixture. Cook, stirring to desired doneness.

LOW. Stir occasionally and check for sticking.

LOW. Simmer until fork tender.

MED HIGH or MED. Brown and cook to desired doneness, turning over as needed.

WM,

then add cereal

Dackaze

directions.

completely blend

15 minutes for hard cooked.

Carefully add eggs.

minutes

irrgredierr~.

Comments

Cereals bubble and expand as they cook; use large enough

sauceDan

Drevent boilover.

Milk boils over rapidly, Watch as boiling point approaches.

Percolate 8 to 10 minutes for 8 cups, less for fewer

If you do not cover skillet, baste eggs with fat to cook tops evenly.

Remove cooked eggs with slotted spoon or pancake turner.

Eggs continue to set slightly after cooking. For omelet do last few minutes. When set, fold

half.

in Fresh fruit: Use 1/4 to

water per pound of fruit. Dried fruit: Use water as package

directs. Time depends on whether fruit has been presoaked. If not, allow more cooking time.

Meat can be seasoned and floured before it is browned, if desired.

Liquid variations for flavor could be wine, fruit or tomato juice or meat broth,

Timing: Steaks 1 to 2-inches: 1 to 2 hours. Beef Stew: 2 to 3 hours. Pot Roast:

Pan frying is best for thin steaks and chops. If rare is desired, preheat skillet before adding meat.

2Y2

to 4 hours.

cups.

not

1/2

stir

cup

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RIGHT

OVER1°

Fond

Cookware

Fried Chicken

Skillet

Pan fried bacon Uncovered

Sauteed: Less tender thin steaks round, etc.); liver; thick or whole fish

Simmered or stewed meat; chicken; corned beef; smoked pork; stewing beef; tongue;

etc.

(cbuck,

Melting chwolate,

butter. marshmallows

Pancakes or

French toast

Skillet

Covered Skillet

Covered Dutch Oven, Kettle or Large

Small Uncovered Saucepan. Use small surface unit

Skillet or Griddle

Pasta

Noodles or spaghetti Covered

Pressure Cooking

Puddings, Sauces, Candies, Frostings

Large Kettle or Pot

Pressure Cooker or Canner

Uncovered Saucepan

Vegetables Fresh

Frozen Covered

Sauteed: Onions; green peppers;

mustims: celerv:

Rce

and Grits

etc.

Covered Saucepan

Saucepan

Uncovered

S~llet

Covered Saucepan

WRONG

Directions and Setting to

Stirt

Cooking

HIGH. Melt fat. Switch to MED HIGH to brown chicken.

HIGH. In cold skillet, arrange bacon slices. Cook

just until starting to sizzle.

HIGH. Melt fat. Switch to MED to brown slowly.

HIGH. Cover meat with water and cover pan or kettle. Cook until steaming,

B tiutcs

WM. melt through. Stir to smooth.

MED HIGH. Heat skillet 8 to 10 minutes. Grease

li~htlv.

HIGH. In covered kettle, bring salted water to a boil, uncover and add pasta slowly so boiling does not stop.

HIGH. Heat until first

ji~le

is heard.

HIGH. Bring just to boil.

HIGH. Measure 1/2 to

1 inch water in saucepan. Add salt and prepared vegetable. In covered saucepan bring to boil.

HIGH. Measure water and salt as above. Add frozen block of vegetable. In covered saucepan bring to boil.

HIGH. In skillet melt fat.

HIGH. Bring salted water to a boil.

Setting to Complete Cooking

LOW. Cover skillet and cook until tender. Uncover last few minutes,

MED HIGH, Cook, turning over as needed.

LOW. Cover and cook until tender.

LOW. Cook until fork tender. (Water should slowly boil). For very large loads, medium heat may

be needed.

Cook

2 to 3 minutes per side

MED HIGH. Cook uncovered until tender. For large amounts, HIGH may be needed to keep water at rolling boil throughout entire cooking time.

MED HIGH for foods cooking 10 minutes or less. MED for foods over

10 minutes.

LOW. To finish cooking

MED. Cook 1 pound 10

to 30 or more minutes, depending on tenderness of vegetable.

LOW. Cook according to time on package.

MED. Add vegetable. Cook until desired tenderness is reached.

WM. Cover and cook according to

time,

Comments

For crisp dry chicken, cover after switching to LOW for 10

Uncwer and cook,

minutes, occasionally 10 to 20 minutes.

A more attention-free method is to start and cook at MED.

Meat may be breaded or marinated in sauce before frying.

saft

or other seasoning

Add before cooking if meat has not been smoked or otherwise cured.

When melting marshmallows, add

milk or water.

Thick batter takes slightly longer

time,

Turn over pancakes when

bubbles rise to surface.

Use large enough kettle to

boilover.

volume

Pasta doubles

after cooking.

prevent in size when cooked.

Cooker should jiggle 2 to 3 times per minute, or according to cooker directions.

Stir frequently to prevent sticking.

Uncovered pan requires more water and longer time,

Break up or stir as needed while cooking.

Turn over or stir vegetable as necessary for even browning.

Triple in Time at WM. Rice: 1 cup rice and 2 cups water-25 minutes. Grits: 1 cup grits and 4 cups 40 minutes.

ordy

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Page 12

Solid Disk Module

—

See

Sotid

Disk Element Cooking Guide on pages 16 and 17.

How to Imert Module

Step 1:

to OFF. To install module, position plug to outside

Step 2:

receptacle inside of cooktop until plug is engaged completely in receptacle.

Step 3:

of module into cooktop until it is flush with cooking surface.

Be sure controls are turned

wdl

of cooktop.

Slide module toward

Lower the inside edge

How to Remove Module

Step 1:

are cool before attempting to

remove module.

Step 2: module until base clears the opening at the side of cooktop.

Step 3: To unplug, hold module by the front and back edges and slide toward center of cooktop. Lift out when unplugged.

Step 4: If you are storing modules, do not stack them or store other materials on top of them. This could damage or mar surface of modules.

Be sure solid disk elements

Lifi

up tab at inside edge of

Before

UsiW

Your Solid

Disk Module for the

The top working surface of solid disk elements have a protective coating which

before using the elements for the

first time. To harden this coating, the elements should be heated without a pan for approximately 5 minutes at HIGH setting. Otherwise the coating will stick

to the pan.

There will be some smoke and odor; this is normal. Heating of the element will change the stainless steel element trim rings to a gold color.

T HE ELEMENT COATING MUST BE HARDENED

HELP

OVER ITS LIFE.

PR~E~

must

be hardened

PR~EaIVE

THE ELEMENT

@neralInformation About

Solid Disk

Using a solid disk element is quite similar to using an electric coil, with which you probably are

familiar. With both types of surface units you will enjoy the cleanliness of electricity and the benefits of retained heat in the elements. However, there are differences.

●

Solid disk elements do NOT

glow red, even at HIGH setting.

● Solid disk elements reach

temperature a little slower, and hold heat longer than conventional elements. Solid disk elements have very even heat distribution. Since solid disk elements hold heat longer, you may wish to turn the element off sooner, and take advantage of the residual heat. The amount of dependent upon the quantity and type of food, the material and thickness of the pan and the setting used for cooking.

● The red dot in the center of

the solid disk element indicates built-in temperature limiters that automatically reduce the heat if a pan boils dry, if the element is turned on without a pan or if the pan is not making enough contact with the surface of the element. The red dots will wear off with use without affecting the performance of the elements.

. There is retained heat in the element. On boilovers, wait for element to cool before cleaning element area.

●

Solid disk element cooking takes you a step closer to easier cleanup, because the cooking surface is sealed against spills and there are no drip bowls or burner box to clean.

●

You must use proper flat bottomed cookware, not cookware that is warped, convex, or concave. Improper cookware could cause unsatisfactory cooking results.

Elemen@

residud

heat is

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Solid Disk Element Cookware

~ps

For cooking on solid disk

elemen~, the use of appropriate

cookware is very

● Aluminum cookware conducts

heat faster than other metals. . Cast iron and coated cast iron

containers are slow to absorb heat, but generally cook evenly at minimum or medium heat settings.

●

Glass cookware should be used

only as the manufacturer describes. . Do not use a wire trivet or any

other kind of heat-retarding pad

between the cookware and the

element.

● Good pans have a thick, flat

bottom which absorbs the heat from the element. The thick, flat bottom provides good heat distribution from the element to the food. This cooking process requires little water, fat or electricity.

. Pans with thin, uneven bottoms do not adequately utilize the heat coming from the element. The food to be cooked may burn and require more time and electricity. You would also have to add more fat or water.

importint.

.,, .,

‘..’..,.:.::.:.

●

Don’t use pans with rounded bottoms. They don’t have enough contact with the solid disk element to cook properly.

● Use pans of the correct diameter

only. They should be slightly larger than the solid disk element so

spillovers cooktop and not bake onto the

element. A damp cloth is sufficient to remove the spill. Pans should not overhang more than 1 inch beyond the element.

.,.,.:,.,.:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

., ...,.

will flow onto the

. ,,,,,.:,,:.::.:,:,.:,

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●

Place only dry pans on the solid disk element. Do not place lids on the element, particularly wet lids.

● Some special cooking procedures

require specific cookware such as pressure cookers, deep fat fryers, etc. All cookware must have flat bottoms and be the correct size. The cookware should also be covered, if applicable to the cooking process.

Pans with uneven bottoms are not

suitible.

●

Except in pressure cooking with water and water bath canning, canning pots should not extend more

●

To optimize cooking time and energy usage, you should use a pan that is sized correctly for the cooking process, with a well-fitted lid to avoid evaporation loss, and cook with as little water or fat as possible. If the pan is too small, energy is wasted and spillage can flow onto the solid disk element.

To check how a pan will perform on a solid

Put 1 inch of water into the pan. confirms a good heat transfer and

2. Bring water to a boil and observe the pattern of the bubbles 4. Bubbles localized in only a as the water comes to a boil. portion of the bottom indicate

3. A uniform pattern of bubbles across the bottom of the pan

than 1 inch beyond the surface of a solid disk element and should have flat bottoms. When canning pots do not meet this description, the use of the maximum heat setting causes excessive heat buildup and may result in damage to the See “Home Canning Tips” on page 23 for further information.

disk

a good pot.

uneven contact of the pan to the element, uneven heat transfer, or an unsuitable pot.

cooktop.

element:

Page 14

Solid Disk Element Questions and

Q. May I can foods and preserves on my solid disk elements?

A. Yes,

designed for canning purposes. Check the manufacturer’s instructions and recipes for preserving foods, Be sure canner is flat-bottomed and fits over the center of the solid disk element. Since canning generates large amounts of steam, be careful to avoid burns from steam or heat.

Q. Why does the solid disk

element smoke when I it on?

normal and necessary. A rust preventative is applied to each element at the factory. When the unit is turned on for the first time, the coating will burn off the element areas. This takes approximately five minutes and should be done without any pans on the element. Otherwise, the coating will stick to the pan.

but only use containers

first

turn

This initial smoking is both

Q. Why is the cooktop hot to

the touch? A. More heat is transferred to the

cooktop by the solid disk elements than by conventional coils because the elements are clamped securely to the cooktop surface. This, of course, eliminates getting inside the cooktop chassis. The secret to keeping the cooktop comfortably cooler is to turn the cooktop on only and its contents are placed on the element. More heat will then be transferred to the cookware and the food rather than the cooktop. In either case, however, the cooktop temperature will not cause damage to the cabinets, countertops or cookware.

Why am I overcooking my

food? A. The solid disk elements are

very energy-efficient and retain heat much longer than coil elements. Food

WN boti

minutes off. We recommend that you begin cooking at lower settings than you have in the past and gradually increase or decrease heat as desired. The energy savings are significant.

afier

spillovers

afier the cookware

or ~ for ti to five

the controls are turned

Answem

from

Q. Can I use special cooking equipment like an

A. Cookware without flat surfaces

is not recommended. The life of your solid disk element can be

shortened and the cooktop can be damaged from the high heat needed for this type of cooking.

Q. Why is the porcelain finish on my containers coming

If you select a heat setting higher than required for the container material and leave it, the finish may smoke, crack, pop, or burn depending on the pot or pan. Also, a too high heat for long periods, and small amounts of dry food, may damage the finish.

orientil

wok?

offl

—

Q. Why does it take a longtime to cook my food?

The extra time it takes compared to the conventional coil element is measured in seconds, not minutes. These few seconds are due to the greater mass of the solid disk element. If the food is cooking slowly, it is because the pots and pans are warped or have an uneven bottom surface. If flat-bottomed pots and pans are used, cooking performance of the solid disk element closely parallels that of the coil element with less energy consumption.

—

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Automatic Surface Unit

●

Before Using Your Automatic Surface Unit for the First

The top working surface of the automatic surface unit solid

disk element has a protective coating which before using the element for the first time. To harden this coating, the element should be heated without a pan for approximately 5 minutes at HI setting. Otherwise the coating will stick to the pan.

There will be some smoke and odor; this is normal. It is nontoxic and completely Heating of the element will change the

trim rings and temperature

sensor to a gold color.

T HE ELEMENT PROTEmIVE COATING MUST BE HARDENED TO HELP OVER ITS LIFE.

PR~E~

must

be hardened

harrrdess.

staifless steel element

THE ELEMENT

@neralInformation About

the Automatic Surface Unit Solid Disk Element

The fixed solid disk automatic

electronic Sensi-Temp unit senses the temperature of the pan and regulates it according to the selected setting. You must use flat

bottomed cookware-not warped,

concave, or convex—when using

this unit. Pans that are not flat can

cause damage to your automatic surface unit because they do not

make the proper contact. The use of your solid disk element

is quite similar to an electric coil

surface unit, with which you probably are familiar. With both types you will enjoy the cleanliness of electricity and the benefits of retained heat in the elements. However, there are differences.

II’M

surface

red, even at HI setting.

. There is retained heat in the element. On element to cool before cleaning element area.

Solid disk element cooking takes you a step closer to easier cleanup, because the cooking surface is sealed against no drip pans or burner box to clean.

Automatic Surface

;ontrol

This control allows you to pre-select the desired temperature. To turn the element on, push in and turn clockwise to fry; counterclockwise to boil. At the OFF setting there is a slight niche.

The automatic element senses the temperature of the pan and regulates it according to the setting selected.

modelsW6~ andW6~)

Solid disk elements do N~ glow

boilovers,

spills

wait for

and there are

Unit

TURN

FRY

AUTOMATIC SURFACE UNIT

When turned on, the automatic surface unit element always begins with full power, no matter where the

did

is set. When the temperature corresponding to that setting has been reached, the element cycles OFF and onto maintain the setting automatically, similar to your oven. Even when the dial is set at minimum the element begins on full power until the selected heat setting is reached.

The automatic surface unit element will not burn food when the correct setting is selected. For example, baked beans, chocolate and mashed potatoes can be without scorching or burning. Food may dehydrate if

periods of time, but the heat sensing device will not let or pan overheat beyond

lefi

on the element

lefi

on for long

the

setting.

selecti

food

Special Features

The automatic surface unit saves time and energy by letting you know when liquid is about to boil.

The unit beeps three times just before boiling begins so you can add food or adjust the temperature setting.

The automatic surface unit also senses when a pan has just boiled dry. After a series of rapid beeps to alert you, it automatically turns the heat off to protect both the

cooktop and the pan.

Page 16

Solid Disk Element

Suggested Heat Settings

Cooki~

Guide

—

Food

Beverages

Cocoa

Coffee Percolator-type

Breads

French Toast, Pancakes, Grilled Sandwich

Butter

Cereals

Cornmeal, Grits, Oatmeal

Meat, Fish,

Bacon Sausage Patties

Swiss Steak, Pot Roast, braised

~ultry

Regular Element

Start at Setting Complete at Setting

LOW—heat milk. Cover. WM—finish heating.

HIGH—bring water to perk.

MED HIGH—preheat skillet 4-8 minutes.

WM—allow about 5 to

minutes to melt.

HIGH—cover, bring water to a boil.

HIGH—cook until just starting to sizzle.

HIGH—melt fat, then brown

4-5 minutes. Add liquid.

WM—maintain gentle but

steady perk.

MED HIGH—finish

cooking.

WM—add

timing according to package directions.

MED HIGH—finish cooking.

tender, covered.

cereal and finish

to LOW—simmer until

Automatic Surface Unit

(Models

Bring

Place coffee in basket and water in pot. To

perk, set at HI. To keep hot, set at

Preheat skillet 4 to 5 minutes at 350-450,

add food.

Minimum—allow about 5 to 10 minutes to melt.

Bring water to a boil at MED, add and time according to package directions.

Cook on 350-425.

Brown meat on 350, then switch to 175 to 200, simmer until tender.

JP6fl

and

JP6~

only)

to a boil at HI. Heat milk at

LO.

SIM.

cereal

—

Chicken, fried

Chicken, Shrimp

Deep-fried

Lamb Chops, Hamburgers, Link Sausage

Pan Fried Thin Steaks

Stewed Chicken, Corned Beef, Tongue,

Pastas

Macaroni, Noodles, Spaghetti

etc.—

Simmering

HIGH—melt fat, then brown 4-5 minutes, cover.

HIGH—heat oil.

HIGH—preheat skillet, then grease lightly.

HIGH—bring liquid to steaming.

HIGH—bring salted water to a

boil

in a covered utensil, add pasta slowly so boiling does not stop.

to LOW—cook until

tender.

MED to HIGH—maintain

temperature.

MED to MED brown meat and cook to desired doneness.

to LOW—covered,

cook until fork tender.

(Water should For very MED heat maybe needed.

MED HIGH—maintain a rolling boil, cook tender. For MAX may be needed to keep water at rolling boil throughout entire cooking time.

HIGH–

slowly

large amounts,

large

boil.)

until

amounts,

Brown chicken on 400, switch to 200 to finish cooking.

425 or 450—to heat and maintain

temperature.

Preheat skillet and cook on 300-400.

Preheat skillet and cook on 425-475.

HI—bring a large amount of water to boil, then switch to 200-350 simmer.

HI—bring a add pasta and continue cooking on HI.

large amount of water to boil,

Popcorn

HIGH—heat, until popcorn starts to pop.

LOW—finish popping.

300-Place oil and popcorn in pan, cover and cook

until

it stops popping.

Page 17

S~ested

Heat Settings

Food

Rice

Chocolate

Desserts

Candy

Pudding and Pie Filling

Eggs

Cooked-in-Shell

Fried, Scrambled

Poached

Regular Element

Start at Setting

HIGH—cover, bring water to a boil. timing according to

to LOW—allow about

10 to 15 minutes to melt

through, stir to smooth.

LOW—cook.

LOW—cook according to package directions.

HIGH—bring water and eggs to a boil.

HIGH—melt butter, add eggs.

HIGH—bring water to boil, add eggs.

CompleIe-at

to LOW—cover, finish

package directions.

recipe.

OFF–time accordingly, for soft-cooked 3 to 4 minutes or hard-cooked 20 to 25 minutes.

WM—stirring

doneness.

WM—finish cooking.

Setting

to desired

Automatic Surface Unit

(Models

Add

rice to water, cover, cook on

JP6n and JP6~

only)

according to package directions.

WM to SIM—allow about 10 to E minutes

to melt through.

Place ingredients in pan and cook following package directions on LO.

Heat water and eggs on LO, cook 3 to 4 minutes for soft-cooked eggs, or 20 to 25 minutes for hard-cooked eggs.

Melt butter on 275, then add eggs.

Boil water on HI, add eggs, reduce heat, cook 3 to 5 minutes.

Sauces

Soup, Stews

Vegetables

Fresh

Frozen

Fried

Deep-Fat Frying

In-Pouch

Saute

NOTE: Temperature and

time are suggested guidelines only. You may vary them to suit your cooking habits and needs.

HIGH—melt fat. LOW—finish cooking.

HIGH—heat up liquid.

HIGH—cover, bring salted LOW—cook 10-30 minutes, water to a boil.

HIGH—cover, bring water and vegetables to a boil.

HIGH—preheat skillet and

oil

or fat.

HIGH—heat oil.

HIGH—cover, bring water to a boil.

HIGH—heat oil or melt butter; add vegetables.

salted LOW—cook according to

WM—simmer.

depending on tenderness of vegetable.

time on package.

LOW—cook tenderness is reached.

MED to HIGH—maintain temperature.

LOW to timing as directed on package.

LOW to MED—cook until desired doneness is reached.

until

desired

MED—finish

Melt fat and cook on SIM.

Heat and simmer on SIM.

Place fresh vegetables in pan with water,

cover and cook on LO.

Place frozen vegetables in pan with water, cover and cook at MED.

Preheat skillet and oil at 375, add food and cook until tender.

oil

and fry food at 425-450. To monitor

Heat temperature, use a deep-fry thermometer.

Bring water to

Heat oil or cook vegetables to desired doneness.

boil

and cook at MED to HI.

melt butter on 200 to 250, then

Page 18

Grill Module

See Grill Cooking Guide on

Grill

Jar

You can enjoy delicious grilled food year ‘round, prepared in the convenience of your own kitchen.

Separate heating elements can be set at different temperatures, allowing you to use half the cooking surface to grill meat and the other half to prepare potatoes or other

vegetables, for a complete meal.

page

20.

Step

3: Make sure all controls are turned to OFF. Hold heating unit with terminals facing side of the cooktop and level with the surface. Insert terminals into cooktop receptacle as far as they will go. (Do not force). Heating unit support should rest on ledge of the reflector pan.

How to Set Grill Controls

The control knob must be pushed in to turn; this prevents heating unit

from being turned on accidentally.

Push the knob in only when it is in

the OFF position. When the knob

is in any other position, it can be

turned without pushing it in. Front and rear units of the grill

heating unit

Heat only half the grill surface for

cooking small portions; or set each half at

cooting

Grill settings marked on control panel are GRILL MED and GRILL HIGH.

are

controlled separately.

different temperature for

different types of foods.

How to Insert the Grill

Step 1:

jar is in place beneath the cooktop.

Step 2:

The slots in the pan permit grease to drain into jar. Keep all times.

Make sure grease collector

Fit reflector pan in cooktop.

slots

open at

Step

4: Place the grill grate on the reflector pan over the heating unit. Grate should be seated properly on reflector pan.

Removing

When removing the parts of the

grill module to clean, be sure all switches are in the OFF position

and unit is cool. Remove the grill grate and then slide the heating unit to the side until unplugged.

Remove reflector pan. Empty grease collector jar when cool. Be sure to replace jar.

Grill

Element

Push in control knob depending on which side of cooktop grill module is used. The and

right

rear

the

grfil

when module is on the

right side. The

rear

control knobs operate grill

when grill module is on left side

Cooktop.

OFF OFF

L:@~;;L

MEO MED

FRONT)G,IDO,,

Turn knobs to the heat setting you want. The FRONT knob controls the front half of the grill; the REAR knob controls the rear half of the grill, providing

maximum cooking flexibility.

right front

control knobs control

left front

and

left

;@J,,

REAR

“G

Page 19

Grill

~ps

Grill Questions and

hwrs

● Do not leave grill unattended

while in use.

●

Be sure to preheat according to

cooking guide.

● Occasionally rearrange foods on

the grill, to prevent sticking and provide better browning.

● Remove grease from grease

collector jar after each use, to avoid

spillovers.

● Trim fat from meats before

placing on grill. This will reduce smoking and lessen grease buildup in the grease collector jar. The trimmings may be rubbed on the hot grate to help prevent sticking.

●

Grates should be oiled or sprayed with a nonstick coating before cooking to prevent sticking. Remove the grate before spraying, and spray only while cool. Spraying directly onto a hot grill may cause a fire.

● Make sure grease collector jar

and reflector pan are clean and in place before using grill.

● Season meats after cooking rather

than before-salt can draw out juices

and dry out meat. Use tongs to turn and rearrange meats on the grill; forks will pierce the meat and release juices.

. When cooking foods of various sizes and thicknesses, start larger or thicker pieces first, add

quicker-

cooking smaller pieces later. Press meat

lighdy

to lie flat on grill: slash the fat on edges of steaks and chops to prevent curling; break the joints of split chickens so they

wfl He

flat.

●

If your cooktop is being operated

on low power (voltage), foods may

be lighter brown than expected. A

longer preheating and grill time may be necessary to achieve the desired results.

● Use the grill module ONLY with

a high air-flow vented hood to carry

away smoke and fumes. Hood

models

JV674, JV474

and

JW74

will satisfy this requirement.

mat

to do if a

flwe-up

recurs.

Grilling fat or juicy foods may

cause flame-ups. You should never

leave the kitchen while using

the

grill. It’s important to control flame-ups so they do not get out of hand.

TO CONTROL

FLA~-UPS

Turn the heat setting to OFF but leave hood fan ON. Use a

long-

handled utensil to carefully remove the food from the grill.

These steps should control the flame until it eventually goes out. If it does not, cover the entire grill module with a cookie sheet or the lid from a large roasting pan. Use a pot holder to remove this later because it will be hot.

~VER

GREASE

USE WATER ON A

FN.

Q. I follow the cooking times

suggested, but my foods

don’t

get

done properly. h there something

wrong with my grill? A.

Probably not.

Sugesti

cooking times should be used only as a general guide. Variables in food

can change cooking times required.

Q. How can I keep barbecued meats from developing an unattractive burned look

and taste?

A. Sauces containing sugar will

often bum if used during the entire

cooking time. If your favorite sauce

contains sugar, try adding it only

during the last

to 20 minutes of

cooking time for best results.

Q. Can my

gfl

be switched to the

other side of the cooktop where it would be more convenient for me?

Your interchangeable cooktop

modules can be used on either

the

right or left side of the cooktop. When inserting or removing a module, take care not to force the connection or exert undue pressure which could damage the electrical contacts.

Additional grill modules can be purchased from your

deder,

double your grill capacity.

●

Allow space between foods when placing them on the grill. Air needs to circulate around the food for best

cooking results.

Page 20

Grill

—

Cooti~

Guide

Do not

leave

cooktop

unattended

during “preheat” (knobs turned

to HIGH) or anvtime the knobs are turned to the grill.

Food

Std

“-l%” thick

Steak

ll~~f-2,, hick

Ground Steak or Hamburgers

3A”

thick

Chicken

Ham Slices

(Precooked) 1“ thick

Hot Dogs Pork Chops Spareribs

bmb Cbops

Salmon Steaks

1“ thick

=ausage

H~GH

Links

with food on

Suggested Setting Cook Time

Rare: Medium:

Well: Rare: HIGH

Medium:

Well: Rare:

Medium:

Well:

cut-up Pieces:

Quarters:

Halves:

Preheat 5 minutes on HIGH

before

cooting

steah

and hamburgers ureheat 10

minutes). Turn to

(except for rare around edges to prevent curling of

s~ttin~

for your particular food.

HIGH

MED MED

MED

HIGH MED MED

MED MED

MED

5-7 minutes per side 6-8 minutes

I I

8-10 minutes-per side 9-11 minutes per side

13-B

20-23 minutes per side 6-8 minutes per side

8-10 minutes oer side

11-12 minutes-per side

45-60 minutes (total)

1 hr. to 1 hr. 10 minutes (total)

1 hr. to 1 hr. 25 minutes

10 minutes per side

8-9 minutes

15-18 minutes per side

40-50 minutes (total)

20-22 minutes per side

15-20 minutes per side

8-10 minutes per side

10-12 minutes per side

uer

minutes per side

(toti)

on guide

side

(toti)

2. Before cooting

steak,

slash fat

meat.

Su~estedcooting

usd ody

in food can

Comments

Preheat grill 10 minutes for rare.

Preheat grill 10 minutes for rare. Reduce to MED for

Preheat

grill 10 minutes for rare.

as a guide, since variables

ch~nge cooting

well

times should be

times.

done.

Turn over frequently and if desired baste with sauce last 10 to 15 minutes.

Break joint bones. Place skin side down. Turn

over every 15 minutes and baste frequently as desired. Wing-breast quarters take longer than thigh-leg quarters.

Break joint bones. Place skin side down on preheated grill. as desired.

Turn frequently.

Parboil 5 minutes before grilling. Rearrange and turn over frequently. Baste with sauce last

10 minutes as desired. Very meaty ribs may take about 10 minutes longer.

With a sharp knife or scissors, cut lengthwise the

undershe~ shell.

Spread tail apart to expose meat while grilling. Loosen meat but leave in shell. Spray grates with nonstick coating before

Brush with

Use bratwurst, kielbasa or smoked Polish sausage.

~rn

into the

mat

melted butter.

over and baste frequently

almost through to outer

prehating.

–

—

Page 21

Griddle Module

See Griddle Cooking Guide on page 23.

—

Your non-stick coated griddle

provides an extra-large cooking surface for meak, pancakes, or other food usually prepared in a frying pan or electric skillet.

You can also use the griddle as a warming tray, with a low-heat setting.

How to Imert Griddle

Step 1:

must be in place.

Step

turned to OFF. Hold griddle with terminals facing side of the and level with the surface. Insert terminals into as far as they Griddle should rest on ledge of the

cooktop

N~E:

condition or “season” your griddle. Apply a thin layer of cooking oil to the top surface and heat on HIGH setting for 10 minutes. Griddle is ready to use.

Before every use,

components are clean.

The grease collector jar

2: Make sure all controls are

cooktop

cooktoD

wdl

tub.

Before i~ first use,

receptacle

go.

~Do n~t

force.)

be sure griddle

How to Set

The control knob must be pushed into turn; this prevents surface heating units from being turned on

accidentily.

it is in the OFF position. When the knob is in any other position, it can be turned without pushing it in.

The griddle has a self-contained heating element which can be controlled by setting the

control

right side), or (when griddle is used on left side).

Push in control knob.

Turn knob to the heat setting

you want.

GridWe

Push the knob in when

(when griddle is used on

left front control

OFF

FRONT/

GRIDDLE

Control

right rear

Page 22

Gridde

● Most griddled foods require

~ps

cooking on a preheated surface,

which may be greased lightly

before adding food. Preheat griddle

5 to 10 minutes at HIGH setting

unless otherwise indicated on the

Griddle Cooking Guide (see next

page), then switch to recommended

cook setting.

●

Foods which are high in natural fat, such as bacon or sausage, may be started on a cold griddle.

●

Foods to be warmed may be placed directly on the griddle; a high domed metal cover such as an inverted kettle, placed over them will help store the heat. Foods in covered dishes or pans may also be warmed on the griddle. Use

heat-

resistant dishes only.

● Condition or “season” griddle

before first-time use.

Make sure griddle is clean.

● Check grease collector jar and

empty if necessary to avoid

●

To avoid marring the nonstick

sptiovem,

finish, store griddle upright on edge, if possible. If it is necessary

to store it flat, avoid placing other

pans or utensils on top.

●

To help maintain good food

quality and prevent spoilage, do

not keep foods warm on griddle for more than two hours. Delicate foods, such as eggs, should not be kept more than

to 30 minutes; entrees and casseroles may be warmed for 30 to 60 minutes. Hors

d’oeuvres will stay hot for serving up to 1 or

llA

hours. Rearrange or

stir foods occasionally, if possible.

If your cooktop is being operated

on low power (voltage), foods may

be lighter brown than expected. A

longer preheating and griddle time may be necessary to achieve the desired

●

resulw.

Avoid using metal utensils with sharp points or rough or sharp edges which might damage the nonstick coated griddle surface. Do not cut foods on the griddle.

For further information on

caring for your griddle’s surface,

see the cleaning instructions

on page 26.

Griddle

Questiom and Answers

Q. Can my griddle be switched to the other side of the cooktop where it for me?

modules can be used on either the right or left side of the cooktop. When inserting or removing a module, take care not to force the connection or exert undue pressure which could damage the electrical contacts.

Additional griddle modules can be purchased from your dealer, to double your griddle capacity.

Q. Can prolonged periods of high

heat damage my griddle’s surface? A. A brief preheating period is

often necessary for best results with many foods, but leaving the griddle on HIGH heat setting for

more than 10 minutes without food

can damage the nonstick coating.

Always be sure to turn control

knobs to OFF when cooking is

completed.

wotid

be more convenient

Your interchangeable cooktop

—

Page 23

Griddle

Cooti~

—

Do not leave cooktop unattended

during “preheat” (knobs turned

to HIGH) or anytime the knobs are turned to HIGH with food on the griddle.

Guide

Suggested used only as a guide since variables in food may change cooking time.

cooting

times should be

—

Food Bacon

Chops

Cube & Rib Eye

Steaks Eggs, Fried

Fish Steaks Franks French Toast Ham Slices

Hambu~ers

Pancakes

Sweet Rolls Sandwiches Sausage Patties

Keep Warm Setting and Warming Tray Setting

Suggested Preheat Setting

HIGH-MED HIGH Preheat not

MED HIGH

MED

MED HIGH-HIGH Grease lightly if desired.

MEDHIGH-HIGH I 10minutesat HIGH

MED HIGH

MED”

HIGH 10 minutes at HIGH 7 minutes each side.

MED HIGH HIGH 10 minutes at HIGH

MED HIGH-HIGH MED HIGH

HIGH-MED HIGH Preheat not

WM-LOW

Time

necessary 5 minutes at HIGH

if desired

10 minutes at HIGH

5 minutes at HIGH

6minutesat HIGH

5minutesat HIGH

5 minutes at HIGH

6minutes atHIGH

necessary

Cook Time

Brown each side.

Brown each side. Doneness as desired.

3 minutes, first side.

2-3 minutes, second

side.

15 minutes each side. Turn to brown. 2-3 minutes each side.

9-10 minutes each side.

minutes, first side.

1%-2

minutes, second

side.

Brown each side.

5-6 minutes each side. Turn to brown.

Delicate Foods:

15-30 minutes. Entrees and Casseroles:

up to 60 minutes. Hors d’oeuvres:

1 to

172

hours.

Comments Start

cooking on HIGH. Switch to

MED HIGH after 8 minutes. Start cooking on HIGH. Switch to

MED HIGH after 10 minutes.

Greas~ightly if desired.

Grease lightly if desired.

Grease lightly if desired. Grease lightly if Grease lightly if desired. Switch to

MED HIGH after 8 minutes.

Grease lightly if desired

Grease lightly if Start cooking on HIGH. Switch to

MED HIGH after 10 minutes. To keep griddled foods warm, use WM

setting. To retain moisture, cover food with aluminum foil or an inverted

metal pot or bowl. To use as a warming

tray, set covered heat resistant serving containers or casseroles on griddles at

WM-LOW setting. Keep foods warm

no more than 2 hours to preserve food quality and safety. Occasionally rearrange or stir foods.

desird.

Page 24

Home Canning

Canning should be done on

Calrod”

or Solid

In surface cooking, the use of pots extending more than l-inch beyond edge of cooking element’s trim ring is not recommended. 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 cooktop surfaces surrounding the cooking element.

HOWEVER, DO LARGE DIAMETER CANNERS OR POTS FOR FRYING OR BOILING FOODS Most syrup or sauce and all types of frying— cook at temperatures much higher than boiling water. Such temperatures could eventually harm cooktop

surfaces surrounding heating units.

Surface Unit modules

Disk modules only.

~HER

LARGE DIAMETER

~HER

THAN WATER.

mixtures—

~ps

USE

Observe Following

Poinfi

in Canning

Be sure the canner fits over the center of the cooking element. If your cooktop or its location does not allow the canner to be centered on the cooking element, use diameter canners for good canning

results or try putting module on opposite side of cooktop so the larger cooking element is in front.

2. Flat-bottomed canners must be used. Do not use canners with

flanged or rippled bottoms (often found in enamelware) because they don’t make enough contact with the solid disk element and take too long to boil water.

MGHT

3. When canning, use recipes and

procedures from reputable sources.

Reliable recipes and procedures are

available from the manufacturer of your canner; manufacturers of

glass jars for canning, such as Ball

and Kerr; and the United States

Department of Agriculture

Extension Service.

4. Remember that canning is a

process that generates large

amounts of steam. To avoid burns

from steam or heat, be careful

when canning.

N~E:

operated on low power (voltage),

canning may take longer than

expected, even though directions

have been carefully followed. The

process time will be shortened by:

(1)

(2) starting with HOT tap water for fastest heating of large quantities

of water.

If your cooktop is being

using a pressure canner, and

WONG

smdler-

CAUTION:

Safe canning requires that harmful microorganisms are

destroyed and that the jars are sealed completely. When canning foods in a water bath canner, a gentle but steady boil must be maintained continuously for the required time. When canning

foods in a pressure canner, the

pressure must be maintained continuously for the required time.

If a solid disk element is used for canning, please note that solid disk elements heat up and cool down more slowly than other conventional elements. Because

of this difference, after you have

adjusted the controls it is very

importint

prescribed boil or pressure levels are maintained for the

required time.

The solid disk elemenk have temperature limiters that help

prevent damage to the cooktop. If the bottom of your canner is

not flat, the solid disk element

can overheat, triggering the

temperature limiters to turn the

unit off for a time. This will stop the boil or reduce the pressure

in the canner.

Since you must make sure to

process the canning jars for

the prescribed time, with no

interruption in processing time,

you cannot can on solid disk

elemen~

canner is not flat enough.

to make sure the

if the bottom of your

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Page 25

Care and Cleaning

Note: Ut cooktop

park

cool before touching or handling.

Proper

care and cleaning are important so your cookt~p will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for your cooktop to assure safe and proper maintenance.

Modules

CAUTION

Be sure all controls are turned OFF before attempting to remove a module or heating unit.

. Do not attempt to clean plug-in surface units, plug-in griddle or grill heating units in an automatic dishwasher.

Do not immerse plug-in surface

units in liquids of any kind.

Do not bend the plug-in surface

unit plug terminals.

● Do not attempt to clean, adjust

or in any way repair the plug-in receptacle.

Grill Module

Pan

remove:

Lift off the grill grate. It can be washed in the sink or in the dishwasher.

Unplug the grill heating unit. Do

not attempt to clean the heating

●

Lifi

the reflector pan out of the cooktop tub. Clean in sink or dishwasher.

Wipe out tub with hot soapy

water then rinse with a damp cloth. To replace:

● Place the reflector pan in the

cooktop tub with the hole for the plug-in towards the outside of the Cooktop.

●

Plug in the grill heating unit.

. Place the grill grate on top of the reflector pan.

Calrod”

Surface

uni

Unit Module

Wipe around the edges of the

surface unit opening in the cooktop or module. Clean the area below the unit. Rinse all washed areas

with a damp cloth or sponge.

PIW-In

Plug-in units can be removed.

Lift a plug-in unit about 1“ above

the trim ring—just enough to grasp

it—and you can pull it out.

Do not lift a plug-in unit more than flat on the trim ring when you plug it back in.

Repeated lifting of the plug-in unit more than 1“ above the trim ring can permanently damage the receptacle.

Unifi

1!’

If you do, it may not lie

Drip

Tab

Clean the area under the drip pans often. Built-up soil, especially grease, may catch cleaning easier, the entire module

and the plug-in surface units are removable.

fire.

To make

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Care

and

cleani~

(continued)

—

To replace a plug-in unit:

● First place the drip pan, then

the trim ring into the surface unit cavity found on top of the

so the unit receptacle can be seen through the opening in the side of the drip pan.

●

Insert the terminals of the plug-in unit through the opening in the drip pan and into the receptacle.

●

Guide the surface unit into place so it fits evenly into the trim ring.

Note: The drip pan must be under the trim ring.

cooktop

Solid Disk Module

Clean the brushed chrome finish and the stainless steel trim ring that

surrounds the solid disk element by following the directions below.

For light soil, wash and rinse with soapy water and then polish with a dry cloth.

For heavy soil, on soiled area. Cover with a moist cloth or paper towel and allow to set for at least 30 minutes. Then wipe up the baking soda, rinse with a damp cloth and polish with a dry cloth.

DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasives on the brushed chrome finish of the module.

sprin~e

baking soda

Solid Disk

The solid disk elements are made of high strength cast-iron alloy. The trim rings are stiinless steel.

The surface has a heat-resistant coating to preserve the surface of the element. After the unit cools, any boiled-over material on the element should be removed as soon as possible with a slightly damp cloth. The element should then be dried by switching on for a few minutes. After it cools, wipe lightly

with cooking oil. Clean very dirty solid disk

elements with a little cleaning powder (such as Comet” cleanser) or with a scouring pad.

The matte black surface can be maintained by treating it periodically with Cello is available from your GE supplier. Use the applicator to apply a very thin coating of the polish to the entire element surface. Turn the element on high for several minutes to bake the polish to the element. When the element is cooled, rub lightly with a cloth or paper towel to remove any excess polish. Before

next use, burn off the element by means of a short preheating period.

A slight amount of smoke and odor

will

occur.

Cooking at home and pre-delivery factory testing will permanently change the stainless steel trim ring to a gold color. This normal characteristic of stainless steel will not affect the operation or performance of your elements. The stainless steel trim ring can be cleaned with a good quality

stainless steel cleaner. This will also restore the trim ring to its original color, until it is reheated.

Elemen@

Electrol@

polish which

Failure to elements as directed will result in defacing the surface over a period of time primarily due to corrosion,

as the elements are made of cast iron construction.

Do not use covers over the solid disk elements. An element turned on while the cover is in place can

permanently damage the

Covers can also trap moisture which may cause the elements to rust.

maintiin

the solid disk

cooktop,

Griddle Module

The griddle module can be unplugged and removed for cleaning.

To clean the griddle, wash it with

soap and water, using a soft cloth, and dry it with a towel. Do not use abrasive cleansers that can scratch the non-stick surface. Do not wash the griddle in an automatic dishwasher and do not clean

it in a self-cleaning oven.

Cooktop ~b

Drain

Hole

“:@..:

.*”.

\\ \\\

Wipe out tub with hot soapy water,

then rinse with a damp cloth. Keep

drain hole open.

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cleani~

Guide

N~E: ht cooktop pa~

COO1

before touching or

hanting.

Part Tub

Reflector Pan

Grease Collector Jar

Grill Grate

Griddle

Control Knobs

Control Panel

Cooktop Surface

—

Aluminum Surface Unit Drip Pans

Chrome-Plated

~im

Rings

Surface Unit Coils and Grill Heating Unit

Solid Disk Elements

and

f~ed

Temp

11’” element

(on models

JP6~)

Solid Disk Module

—.

Sensi-

JP6~,

Materials to Use

●

Hot Soapy Water

●

Soap-Filled Scouring Pad

Plastic Scouring Ball

●

Hot Soapy Water

●

Soap-Filled Scouring Pad

● Plastic Scouring Ball

●

Dishwasher Safe

●

Hot Soapy Water

● Soap-Fdled Scouring

● Plastic Scouring Pad

● Dishwasher Safe

● Hot Soapy Water

● Plastic Scouring Ball

● Dishwasher Safe

●

Hot Soapy Water

●

soft

Cloth

Pad

. Plastic Scouring Bdl

●

Mdd

Soap and Warm Water

●

Soap and Water

●

Hot Soapy Water

. Hot Soapy Water

● Stiff-Bristled Brush

● Soap-Filled Scouring Pad

● Dishwasher Safe

●

Hot Soapy Water

● Dishwasher Safe

● None Required

●

Soap and Water

● Cleansing Powder

● Soap-Filled Scouring Pad

● Cello

Electrol@

●

Hot Soapy Water

●

Soft Sponge

●

Soft

Cloth

Polish

General Directions

Wipe clean after each use. Make sure drain hole is not blocked. Use cotton swab or toothpick to clean drain hole.

Let grill cool. Remove grill heating unit and

Iifi

out Reflector Pan.

Reflector Pan may be cleaned using one of the methods at left. Can be cleaned in dishwasher.

Scoop out grease with large spoon. Set jar in pan of warm water to loosen grease if desired. Replace with any wide mouth canning jar. Do not use a mayonnaise jar which could break when hot grease drips into it.

Do not clean in a self-cleaning

oven.

Can be cleaned in dishwasher.

Do not use abrasive cleaners. DO

wash in dishwasher.

Pull off knobs. Wash gently but do not soak. Dry and return controls to

cooktop

making sure to match flat area on the knob and shaft. Wash with cloth dampened in soapy water. Rinse and polish with a dry

cloth. If knobs on the control panel are removed, do not allow water to run down inside the surface of control panel while cleaning.

Wash, rinse, and then polish with a dry cloth. DO NOT USE

steel wool, abrasives,

ammonia, acids, or commercial oven cleaners which may damage the finish. Wipe

drip pans after each cooking so spatter will not “bum on” next time you cook. To remove “burned-on” spatters, use any or mentioned. Rub

lightly

with scouring pad to prevent scratching of the surface.

cleaning materials

Can be cleaned in the dishwasher.

Will discolor if cleaned in self-cleaning oven.

Wipe trim rings after cooking so spatters will not “burn on” the next time

YOU

cook.

Can be cleaned in the dishwasher. DO N~ clean trim rings in a self-cleaning oven.

Spatters and spills burn away when the coils are heated. At the end of a meal, remove all pans from the surface units and heat the soiled units at HIGH. Let the soil burn off about a minute and switch the units to OFF. Avoid getting cleaning materials on the coils. Wipe off any cleaning materials with a damp paper towel

before

heating the surface unit.

handle the unit before completely cooled. DO NOT clean plug-in units in a self-clean oven. DO NOT immerse plug-in units in any kind of liquid or clean in dishwasher.

The solid disk elements should be washed with a damp cloth and then dried. Finish

by wiping over

lighfly

with cooking oil when cool. Clean very dirty solid disk

elements with a little cleaning powder or a scouring pad. Do not scour the center

sensing device on the maintained by treating it periodically with the Cello

Sensi-Temp W“

element. The matte black surface can be

Electrol@

polish. It is available from your GE supplier. To use the finish, use the applicator to apply a very thin coating of the polish to the entire element surface.

~rn

the element on high for

several minutes to bake the polish to the element. When the element is cool, rub

lightiy with a cloth or paper towel to remove any excess polish.

Clean the brushed chrome finish and the staidess steel trim ring that surrounds the solid disk element by following the directions below.

For light soil, wash and rinse with soapy water and then polish with a dry cloth. For heavy soil,

spritie

baking soda on soiled area. Cover with a moist cloth or

paper towel and allow to set for at least 30 minutes. Then wipe up the baking soda,

rinse with a damp cloth and polish with a dry cloth. DO N~ USE steel wool or

abrasives on the

solid

disk module or elements.

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.~,

Questiom?

Use This Problem Solver

PROBLEM

MODULES ARE

N~ FUN~lO~NG

PROPERLY

CALROD@ SH~ACE U~TS

FuNmQmQ

PROPERLY

ARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

o Difflc@ty

circuit

depe~ding on

the control

If BUT ONLY BY

after pefiorming one

again, call

Note:

management to perform * Controls are not properly set or wrong control is set for the module or element you

are

using,

●

Entire surface

* If~y m~~e fafis

operates on that side, then switch may beat fault. If it does

that there is a malfunctioning component in

Surface units are

●

Refiwtar

* Sugface unit co~~ols

you are

maybe

fise,

nature of the

box uses fuses,

for

Apartment tenants or condominium owners

pans are not set securely in the range top,

using.

the

main distribution

tiipped circuit

SOMEONE FAMILWR

of these procedures, the fuse blows or circuit breaker trips

service.

unit

module is

not

breaker,

power

supply. If a circuit breaker is involved, reset it.

tie

circuit fuse (a cartridge-type) should be changed

this pheck before

not pluggd in properly.

heat—switch the module to

plugged in solidly.

are not

pr~~rly set or wrOng

pa~el

your house caused

the

main fuse or

WITH

calling for service.

ELE~RICAL

should

the

module.

surface unit control set for unit

by a

the

main circuit breaker,

CIRCUITS. If,

request their building

other side of

not

cOOktOp.

heat, indications are

blown

If it

GWLL OR UNIYIS

FUM~lONWG

PROPERLY

FOODS STICK ~ G~L OR G~DLE

EXCESS~ FROM GWLLED

MEATS

SOLID DISK ELEMEN~ WH&E HEA~G

G~DLE

SMOKE

Grill Heating Unit is not plugged in solidly.

● Grill or Griddle unit controls are

* To use

controls on the side of

* Griddle was not pre-seasoned before first use. Surface of grill or griddle was not

greased before cooking.

e Accurn~lat~ Q

* . Some smoke and odor is normal when using so~d disk elements for the

also

entire

sufia~e

~fgr~l, it is necessary

cooktop where grill

Heat setting is too

coating

Fats not trimmed from meats prior to cooking.

Ven$ h~~

Ofgfidd]e

not

after

using

high.

has b~n med by Use

grease

refi~tor

turn~

on,

Callo

Electrol@

not

properly set.

module is placed.

pan or fmd soils on

cleaner.

turn on

sh~

front and rear surface unit

instruments or abrasive cleaners.

grate are causing excess smoke.

first

time and

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—

PROBLEM

ELEMENTS WILL NOT

MA~TAIN

ROLLING AND/OR RATE IS

ENOUGH COOK~P

FEELS

FRYING

BOIL

FAST

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

● Absolutely

stmight edge,

●

Because

you

solid disk elements heat by

are used

If you need more help.. call, toll free: GE Answer Center”

800.626.2000 consumer information service

flat

pans must be used. Iflight can k

tie

cooktop eIement will

not

operate properly.

conduction, the cooktop may smm

to.

This is normal.

Make sure

seen

flat-bttam

betwwn

tie pm bottom

pans fire

*W.

and

hotter&m

Page 30

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Page 31

If You Need Service

To obtain service, see your warranty on the back page of this book.

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the

service you receive, here

steps to follow for further help. FIRST, contact the people who

serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations

GE Appliances

Appliance Park

Louisville, Kentucky

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Chicago, Illinois 60606

Wacker

are three

40225

Drive

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YOUR

BUILTIN

COOKTOP

Save

proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or

WHAT IS COVERED

WARRANTY

cancelled

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 pati

because of a manufacturing defect.

LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY

For the second through fifth year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, a

replacement solid element surface

heating unit if the element fails

because of a manufacturing defect. You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges. This warranty does not cover Automatic Surface Unit components, wiring, or switches.

of the cooktop

that

fails

check to establish warranty period.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products

purchased for ordinary home use

in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, warranty is the same except that it is

LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or

by our authorized Customer servicers during normal working

hours.

Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE, GENERAL

HOTPOINT

GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE@ SERVICE.

D.C.

In Alaska the

Care”

ELECTRIC-

FACTORY SERVICE or

WHAT IS N~ COVERED

Some

states

may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

● Service trips to your home to

teach you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material.

If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:

GE Answer

800.626.2000 consumer information service

● Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, gas, exhausting and other connecting facilities.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

CenteF

. Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

. Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially.

● Damage to product caused

by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

NOT

WARRANTOR IS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

RESPONSIBLE

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JP362

JP&l JPW3

GE JP362, JP671, JP673 Use and Care Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Feature Index

Solid Disk Module

Automatic Surface Unit

Grill Module

Griddle Module

Care and Cleaning

WARRANTY