GE JP989SK1SS, JP989KK1CC, JP989BK1BB, JP989TK1WW Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions .......... 2-5

Operating Instru_tions

glidge Burner . ............... 8

Cooktop Vent System .......... 8

Oookware Tips ................ 9

Dual Surfl_ce Unit ............. 8

Features of Your Cooktop ....... 6

Surface Units ............... 7, 8

Temperaun_e Limiter. .......... 8

Care and Cleaning

Control I_a_obs ............... l0

(;lass Cooktop ............ ] 1, ]2

Vent Fiher. .................. ]0

Vent System ................. l0

Imlallation In#ruc¢ions

Ductwork ............. ] %20, 24

Electrical Connections ..... 24-26

Exhaust Blower Ratings ........ 19

Final Assembly ............... 27

Installing the Cooktop ...... 22-24

Installing the Gasket .......... 21

Preparation .............. 15-17

Safety Precautions ............ 13

Unpacking the Cooktop .... 14, 21

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Troubleshooting Tips ........ 28

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ........... 32

Product Registration ....... 29, 30

X4';uxantv .................... 31

Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Find these numbexs on a label

under the cooktop, on the side
of the vent ('hambe_:

49-80283 01-05JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

WARNING- ToREDUCETHERISKOF

FIRE,ELECTRICSHOCKORINJURYTOPERSONS,

OBSERVETHEFOLLOWING:

A. Use this unit only in tile manner intended

by tile manufacturer If you brae questions,
contact the manufi_ctmer.

B. Be%re servicing or cleaning unit, switch

power off at service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power flom
being switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means cannot be
locked, securely £1sten a prominent warning
device, such as a tag, to the service panel.

C. Do not use this unit with aW solid-state speed

control device.

D. This unit must be g_ounded.

CAUTION-Forgeneral ventilatinguse only.

Donot use to exhausthazardousor explosive
materials and vapors.

WARNING- ToREDUCETHERISKOF

INJURYTOPERSONSIN THEEVENTOFA COOKTOP

GREASEFIRE,OBSERVETHEFOLLOWING*."

A. SMOTHER HAMES with a close-fitting

lid, cookie sheet or metal t_W, then turn off

tile burner BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT

BURNS. If tile flames do not go out

immediately, EXA( _UATE AND CAI,L
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.

B. NEt'ER PICK UP A FI AMING PAN--

You may be burned.

C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet

dishcloths or towels--a violent steam
explosion will result.

D. Use an extingldsher ONLY if:

1. You know you have a Class ABC
extinguishe_, and you aheady know

how to opecate it.

2. The fire is small and contained in the
area where it starred.

3. The fire department is being called.

4. You can fight the fire with }our back
to an exit.

* Based on 'Fdtchen Fit esafet) Tips" published

b) NFPA.

WARNING- ToREDUCETHERISKOFA

COOKTOPGREASEFIRE"

A. Never leave sm£me units unattended at hig]l

settings. Boilo\_rs cause smoking and greasy
spillo\_rs that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on
low or medium settings.

B. Always turn the £m ON when cooking at high

heat or when cooking flaming foods.

C. Clean ventilating £ms flequentl> Grease

should not be allowed to accumulate on tim

or filter.

D. Use proper pan size. Alwa) s use cookware

appropriate for the size of the surfi_ce

element.

WARNING- TOREDUCETHERISKOF

FIRE,ELECTRICSHOCKORINJURYTOPERSONS,
OBSERVETHEFOLLOWING:

A. Installation work and electrical wirh_g must

be done by qualified person(s) in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards,

including fire-rated construction.

B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion

and exhausting of gnses through the flue

(chimney) of fuel burning equipment to

prevent back dcafting. Follow the headng
equipment manufacturer's glddeline and

safety standards such as those published by the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA),

and the American Society for Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers

(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.

C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling,

do not damage electrical wiring and other
bidden utilities.

D. Ducted rims must always be vented to the

outdoors.

WARNING- ToREDUCETHERISKOF

FIRE,USEONLYMETALDUCTWORK.

Do not attempt to repair or replace any
part of your downdraft cooktop unless it is
specifically recommended in this manual.
All other servicing should be referred to a
qualified technician.

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WARNING!

For your safe_, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or

explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

SAFETYPRECAUtiONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be foflowed, including
the following:

Be sure your appliance is properly installed
and grounded by a qualified technician

in accordance with local codes and the
provided installation instructions.

Haxe the installer show you the location
of the circuit breaker or Rise. Mark it for

easy reference.

Do not leme children alone--children
should not be left alone or unattended

in an area where an appliance is in use.
They should nexer be allowed to sit or

stand on any part of the appliance.
Teach children not to play xx6th the

controls or any other part of the cooktop.

Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or
hang on the cooktop.

CAUTION: Items of interest to

children should not be stored in cabinets

aboxe a cooktoi>--children climbing on the

cooktop to reach items could be seriously
hljured.

Always kee I) combnsdble wall coxefings,
curtains or drapes a safe distance fiom

your cooktop.
Always kee I) dish towels, dishcloths, pot

holders and other linens a safe distance
away from your cooktop.

Always kee I) wooden and plastic utensils

and canned food a safe distance away flom

your cooktop.
Never wear loose-fitting or hanging

garments while using tile appliance.
Flammable mamrial could be ignimd if

brought in contact with hot surface units

and may cause severe bnrns.

Use only dU pot holders--moist or damp
pot holders on hot surfaces may result in

buries ftom steam. Do not let pot holders

touch hot surface units. Do not use a towel

or other bulky cloth. Such cloths can catch
fire on a hot snrPace unit.

For your safety, nexer use your appliance
for wanning or heating the room.

Do not use water on grease fires. Nexer

pick up a flaming pan. Turn tim controls
of£ Smother a flaming pan on a surtZace

unit by coxering tile pan complemly with
well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or fiat trW.

Use a muld-pull)ose d U chemical or

tbam-tvpe extinguisher
Flaming grease outside a pan can be

put out by coveting with baking soda o_,
if available, by using a multi-purpose d U

chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher

COOKMEATANDPOULTRYTHOROUGHLY...

Cookmeat andpoultry thoroughly--meat to atleast an INTERNALtemperatureof 160°Fandpoultry toat least

an INTERNALtemperatureof 180°ECookingto thesetemperaturesusuallyprotectsagainstfoodbomeillness.

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

Do not let cooking grease or other

flammable materials accumulate on

the cooktop.
Do not touch surface units. These surthces

may be hot enough to bum exen fl_ough

they are dark in color During and after

use, do not much, or let clothing or oilier
flammable materials contact fl_e surlhce

units or areas nearby the surthce units;

allow sufficient time for cooling first.
Potentially hot surthces include the

cooktop and areas facing the cooktop.
To minimize the possibili U of bums,

ignition of flammable materials and

spillage, the handle of a container
should be turned toward rite cenmr of

the cooktop without extending oxer
any nearby snifitce tlnits.

Always tuna the surthce unit control to off
before removing the cookware.

Use proper pan size--Select cookware

having fiat bottoms large enough to coxer
the surlhce unit heating element. The use

of undersized cookware will expose a
portion of the snrthce unit to direct

contact and m W resnh in ignition of
clothing. Proper relationship of cookware

to burner will also improxe efficienc>

Nexer leme snr/_ace units unattended at

high heat settings. Boiloxers cause smoking
and greasy spilloxers that may catch on fire.

Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic,

earthenware or other glazed containers are

suitable for cooktop cooking; others may

break because of the sudden change in

temperature.
Kee I) an eye on foods being fried at high

or medium high heat settings.

Use little t_atfor eft_ctixe shallow or deeI>
tht flTing. Filling the pan too rill oflht can
cause spilloxers when tbod is added.

If a combination of oils or Pats will be used
in flTing, stir together before heating, or as

featsmeh slowly.

Always heat/aat slowly and watch as it heats.

Use a deep tht them/ometer whenexer
possible to pre_ent o_eflleating fi_t beyond

the smoking point.
Nexer ttw, to moxe a pan of hot fi_t,

especially a deep tht flyer _'ait until the
fht is cool.

Do not store flammable materials near
the cooktop.

Kee I) the xent grille and grease fihers clean
to maintain good xenting and to axoid
grease fires.

Do not store or use combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any
appliance.

Clean only parts listed in this Owner's
Manual.

Do not leme paper products, cooking
utensils or food on the cooktop when not

in use.

Kee I) cooktop clean and flee of
accunmlation of grease or spilloxers
which may ignite.

Nexer heat unopened %od containers.
Pressure buildup may make container

burst and cause inju U.
Nexer lemejars or cans of fat drippings

on or near your cooktop.

Foods %r flTing should be as d U as
possible. Frost on fiozen foods or moisture

on flesh tbods can cause hot fat to bubble
up and oxer the sides of the pan.

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RADIANTSURFACEUNITS

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

Avoid scratching fl_e glass cooktop.

The cooktop can be scratched with items
such as shm]) instruments, Hngs or other

jeweh y and Hx_ts on clothing.

Larg_ scratches or impacts to glass
cooktops can lead to broken or
shattered gJass.

Never use d_e glass cooktop surfi_ce as
a cutting board.

Do not place or store items on top of the
glass cooktop surfi_ce when it is not in use.

Be carefld when placing spoons or oflmr
stirring utensils on glass cooktop surface
when it is in use. They m W become hot

and could cause bums.

Avoid heating an empty pan. Doing so may

damag> the cooktop and the pan.
Do not allow watel, oilier liquids or grease

to remain on the cooktop.
To minimize the possibility of buI_lS, always

be certain that the controls for all suiiCace
units are at the off'position and the entire

glass surface is cool hefore attempting to
clean the cooktop.

Clean the cooktop with caution, ff a wet
sponge or c]odl is used to wipe spills on

a hot surt_ace unit, be carefld to axoid
steam bums. Some cleansers can produce

noxious filmes if applied to a hot surface.
NOTE,"_4:e recommend dmt you moid

wiping any suiiaace unit areas until they

have cooled and the indicator light has
gone off: Sugar q)ills ate the exception to
this. Please see Cleaning the Glass Cooktop
in the Careand Cleaning sect.ion.

When dm cooktop is cool, use only

CERAIVlA BRYTE _' Ceramic Cooktop
Cleaner and the CERAMA BRYI'E _

Cleaning Pad to clean the cooktop.
To axoid possible damag_ to dm cooking

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

Atter cleaning, use a di T cloth or paper

towel to remox> all the cleaning cream
residue.

Read and follow all instructions and

warnings on die cleaning cream labels.

Do not operate fl_e glass surface units if
the glass is broken. Spillo_ers or cleaning
solution m W penetrate a broken cooktop

and create a risk of electrical shock.
Contact a qualified technician immediately

should your g']ass cooktop become hroken.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Featuresof YourCooktop.

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

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Feature/lldex (Featuresand appearance may vary)

0 Left RearSurface Unit

0 Bridge Surface Unit

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Left Front Surface Unit

0 VentGrille _

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VentFilter(belowtheventgrille) -I = "_ I

oo.o,,._,o_oo.,r ;LU2:;LU!: I

0 Model and Serial Number Label(underthe cooktop, A _ I _ 5 _ _ _ s _ I

o,,the,ig,,t_i_eo_,,__,,_,,_,,b_,_ tB'h--I...II o_,_ o_'_ I(...')_f_

0 Left Rear Surface Unit Control _ U I _/1'_=£4'_ ICJ

*LeftSideHotSurfacelndicatorLights(o,,eforeochsurfoceunit) L '1"_'I ®L'_ J --

VentFanSpeed Control
RightSide Hot Surface Indicator Lights (oneforeachsurfaceunit) 0

DualSurface Un#Control
RightRear Surface Unit Control

Surface Un# On Indicator Light

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Radiant Surface Units

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Be sure _ou turn me control KI?ODro

OFFwhen you finish cooking.

The control tor the radiant surfi_ce unit
can be set anywhere between LO and HI

tot an unlimited number of heat settings.

With tile infinite switch tile coil cycles
on and off to maintain your selected

control setting.

To bring liquids to a boil tilstei; use a lid
to cover tile pan.

The control knob must be pushed down
and turned fl'om tile OFFposition. _._l/ell

the control knobs are in any position
other than off, they may be turned

without pushing down.

Be sure you mrn tile control knob off

when you finish cooking. You will feel

a click at the Of Fposition.

Tile smthce unit ON indicator light will
glow when a,ty s/mfiace unit is on.

NOTE: Thesurface unit ON indicator light
may g/ow between the surface control

settings of LO and OFF,but there is no

powerto the surface units.

Cooktop temperatures increase with
tile nmnber _ff surti_ce milts that are on.

With 3 or 4 milts turned on, sm'fi_ce
temperatures are high so be carefifl

when touching the cooktop.

Tile HOTSURFACEindicator lights will

glow when any radiant element is turned
on, and will remain on until tile s/m'hce

is cooled to approximately 150°E

NOTE:

HotSurfaceIndicatorb)hts comeonlhstantly
andstayonevenafterthesurfaceunitis

turnedoff

Theyglowbwht/yuntiltheunitiscodedto

approximately150°E

Never cook directly on the glass.
Always use cookware.

Always place the pan in the center of
flTesurface unit you are cookfl}g on.

About the radiant surface units...

Tile radiant cooktop teatm'es heating
units beneath a smooth glass surfilce.

NOTE:A sh)htodorisnormalwhenanew
cooktopIsusedforthefkst time.Itiscausedby
theheatingofnewpartsandlhsu/atlhgmaterb/s
andwi//disappearin ashorttl_ne.

NOTE:Onmodelswithb)ht co/oredg/ass
cooktops,it isnormalforthecookbgzonesto
changecolorwhenhotorcodingdown.Thisis
temporaryandwi//disappearastheglasscools
toroomtemperature.

Tile smtace trait will cycle on and off to
maintain your selected control settin ,

It is sate to place hot cookware fl'om tile
o'_en ,(:,I"StlKlilce on tile glass Stllq'ilce when

the SUlqfhce is cool.

Even after tile surtiace units are turned
off, tile glass cooktop ret;fins enough

heat to contintle cooking. To avoid ovei _
cooking, remove pans ti'om the smti_ce

milts when tile load is cooked. Avoid
placing anything on the s/m'iace unit tmtil

it has cooled completely:

Waterstains(minera/deposits)areremovab/e

usingthecleaningcreamorfull strengthwhite

whegar
Useofwlhdowcleanermayleavean

indescentfilmonthecooktop.Thec/eamhg

creamwi//removethisdiscoloration.
Don'tstoreheavyitemsabovethecooktop.

If theydropontothecooktop,theycancause
damage.

Donotusethesurfaceasacuttinghoard

Do not sfide cookware across the
cooktop because it can scratch the

glass. Theglass is scratch-resistant,
not scratchproo_

Usingthe surface units.

Dual Surface Unit

O[.FOF

tZo O:

setting surfaceunitsetting

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F LO L_
Bru°ii/er-tb-_ Froltt._,,-_•

only Burner and

Bridge

Therightfrontsurfaceunithas2cooklbgsizesto

selectfromso youcanmatchthes/2eoftheunit
tothesl2eofthecookwareyouareusing.

To use the lmge (9-inch) suriime unit,
turn tile knob clockwise to [] and select

the desired setting. The unit will heat the
entire area contained by the linger circle.

Bridge Surface Un#

Make sure tile pan rests fiat on tile glass
cooktop and it is not resting on tile trim.

If you notice poor cooking pedimnance,
move the pan to make sure it is flat on

tile cooktop.
To use the bridge burnei; tunl the burner

knob to [] and select the desired setting.

The unit will heat the fi'ont suil'ilc'e
burner and tile bridge.

To use tile small (6-inch) surfi_ce unit,
ttli'n the knob counterclockwise to []
and select the desired setting. The unit

will only heat the area inside the smaller
circle.

Choose pans that match tile circle/bridge

area as closel) as possible.
To use onlx tile fl'ont stm'i_ce unit,

turn tile burner knob to [] and select
the desired setting. The unit will only

heat tile front surli_ce burner.

Youcan createan oblongheated areaby using

the left rear unit in addition to the front unit
bndgecomblbation.

Temperature Limiter

Every radiant surli_ce unit has a
temperature limited:

Tile temperature limiter protects tile
glass cooktop ti'om getting too hot.

How to Operate the Vent System

The built-in vent system helps remove

cooking vapors, odors and smoke from
foods prepared on the cooktop.

Tile temperature limiter may cycle tile

units off fin" a time if':

Thecooktopis on whilecooking.
Thepan boi/sdry

Thepan bottom is not f/a_
Thepan is off-center

Thereisno pan on the uniL

To operate tile downdrafl vent system
turn tile xent tim speed control knob

to HI, MED, or LO, as needed.
Continuous use of tile vent svstem

while cooking helps kee I) the kitchen

comtortable and less humid, reducing
cooking odors and soiling moisture

that normally creates a frequent need
tot cleaning.

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Selectingtypesof cookware. CEA,,lia.ces.com

Thefollowing information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops.

Stainless Steel'.

Aluminum:

heavy weight recommended

(;ood conducfivit): _Muminum residues

Check pans for flat bottoms by SOln etimes apl)ear as scratches on the
using a straight edge. cooktop, but can be removed if deaned

immediately: Because ofits low melting
point, thin weight aluminum should not

be used.

CopperBottom:

recommended

CoI_per may leave residues which ('_lil
appear as scratches. The residues can be
reI/loved, as long as the cooktop is
cleaned immediately. However; do not let

these pots boil dry: Overheated metal can
bond to glass cooktops. An overheated

COl)per bottom pot will leave a residue
that will pemmnently stain the cooktop if

not removed immediately.

Glass-Ceramic:

usable,butnotrecommended

Poor i_erfi)mmn('e. Ma) scratch the

StlI'J[il ce,

Stoneware:

usable, but not recommended

Poor perfimnance. Ma) scratch the

StlI'J[il ce.

Pans with rounded, curved, ridged
or warped bottoms are not

recommended.

Porcelain EnamelCoveredCastIron:

recommended

_&_long as the cookware is covered

complemly with porcelain enamel, this
cookware is recommended. Caution is

recommended for cast iron cookware
that is not completely covered with

smooth porcelain enamel, since it may
scratch the glass-ceramic cooktop.

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Careand cleaning ofthe cooktop.

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

Vent System

Before cleaning the vent grille, be sure
the exhaust blower is turned off.

Do not use abrasive cleanex_. They will
damage the vent grille's finish.

To clean the vent grifle, remove it fl'om

the cooktop by lifting it up and off.
Wipe with a dmn I) cloth. If necessary,

the vent grille can be washed in the sink.
Use dishwashing liquid fi)r cleaning.

Vent Filter

The filter is held in place at an angle
with a hold bump. I,ilt the filter up and

out of the vent opening diagonally.

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

(h'x thoroughl).

Do not operate the vent without the filter
in place.

Vent Filter

VentChamber

Do not clean the vent grille in the
dishwashex:

Donot operatethe vent withoutthefilter
in place.

When replacing the filter, make sure it rests, at an

angle, on thesupports in the vent opening.

Toclean the ventchamber, use hot, soap)'

watet: Do not use abrasive cleane_; they
will damage the finish. Replace the filter

after it is cleaned and dry:

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Shapedarea

Remove and replace flTefilter diagonally through
the vent opening.

To order filte_s please call our toll-ti'ee

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NationalPartsCenter....................800.626.2002

Filter................................................# WBO2X10651

Control Knobs

Thecontrolknobs maybe removedfor easier

cleanlbg.

Before removing the knobs fl)r

cleaning, please note that the knobs

are in the OFFposition. When

replacing the knobs, check the OFF

position to insure proper placement.

X_sh knobs in soap and water but do not
soak. A\oid getting water down into the

knob stem holes,

Replace the knob b) fitting the shaped
area inside the knob onto the shaped

area of the stem.

Cleaningthe glass cooktop. CEAppliancescom

Normal Daily Use Cleaning

Cleanyourcooktopafter

eachspill. Use CERAMA
BRYTE®CeramicCooktop

Cleaner.

ONLY use CEIL_dMA BRYTE _'Ceranfic
Cooktop Cleaner on the glass cooktop.

Other creams ma_ not be as eflectixe.

To inaii_taii_ and protect the SUlti_ce _ff
your glass cooktop, t011ow these steps:

[] Before using the cookto ) fi)r the

fi_t time, clean it with CEI_d'dA
BRYTE ')Ceralnic Cooktop Cleanei:

This helps protect the top and
inakes clean-up easiei:

[] Dail) tlse of CEl_z_d_/]_ BRYTE _:'

(2eramic ('xx)ktop Cleaner will help
kee I) the cooktop looking new.

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[] Shake the clealfing cream well.

Appl_ a few drops of CEI_dMA

BRYTE e_Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner
directly to the cooktop.

[] Use a p_}per towel or CEIL&MA

BRYTE _"Cleaning Pad fi)r Ceran]ic
Cooktops to clean the entire

cooktop StlI'J[ilce.

[] Use a dry cloth or paper towel

to relnove all cleaning residue.

No need to rinse.

NOTE: It/a very important that you DO NOT

heat the cooktop until it has been cleaned

thorough/_

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Usea CERAMABRYTE*_Cleaning
Pad for Ceramic Co&tops or a
Scetch-Brite ®Multi-Purpose No
Scratch blue scrub pad.

TheCERAMABRYTE'*_Ceramic

Co&top Scraper and aft
recommended supplies are
available through our Parts Center.

See instructions under "ToOrder

Parts" section on next page.

NOTE:Do not use a duff or
nicked blade.

Burned-On Residue

WARNING:DAMAGEtoyourg/asssurface

mayoccurif youusescrubpadsotherthan

thepadbciudedwith yourcooktop.

[] Allow the cooktop to cool.

[] Spread a few drops of CER,AAMA

BRYTE _>(]eralnic Cooktop (]leaner
to the entire burned residue area.

Using the inchlded CEIL_MA

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BRYTE _>Cleanin- Pad for Ceramic
Cooktops, rub the residue area,

ali))lxing,, pressure as needed.

Heavy, Burned-On Residue

[] Allow the cooktop to cool.

[] Use a single-edge razor blade

scraper at approxinmtely 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,

[] If any residue renmins, repeat the

steps listed above as needed.

[] For additional protection, after all

residue has been relnoxed, polish
the entire surfi_ce with CERAMA

BRYTE ') (_eralnic Cooktop Cleaner
and a paper towel.

[] After scraping with the razor

scraper, spread a few drops of

(%l_d'dA BRYTE <'_Ceramic
()_oktop Cleaner to the entire

burned residue area. Use the

CERAMA BRYTE ') Cleaning Pad
to remove any renmilfing residue.

[] For additional protection, alter all

residue has been relnoxed, polish
the entire surtace with CERAMA

BRYTE ')Ceralnic Cooktop Cleaner

and a paper towel.

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Cleaningtheglass cooktop.

Metal Marks and Scratches

[] Be careflll not to slide pots and

pans across your cooktop. It will
leave metal markings on the

cooktop S/lI'J[_lce.
These marks are remowd)le using

the CERAMA BRYTE (')Ceramic
Cookto I) Cleaner with the

CERAMA BRYTE 6) Cleaning Pad
ti_r Ceramic Cooktoi)s.

[] If pots with a thin oxerla) of

aluminum or COl)per are allowed
to boil dr):, the overlay may leave

black discoloration on the
cooktop.

Glasssurface--potential forpermanent damage.

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.

Damage from Sugary Spills and Melted Plastic

[] Turn off all surthce units. Remove

hot pans.

[] Wearing an oven mitt:

a. Use a single-edge razor blade

scraper (CEI__MA BRYTE :
Ceramic Cooktop Scraper) to

move the spill to a cool area
on the cooktop.

b. Remove the spill with

paper towels.

This should be removed immediately
before heating again or the

discoloration may be permanent.

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

[] An) remaining spillover should be

left until the surfi_ce of the cooktop

has cooled.

] Don't use the surtace units again

until all of the residue has been
completely removed.

NOTE: If pitting or indentation lb the glass
surface has already occurred, the cooktop
glass will have to be replaced In this case,
service wifl be necessarg

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Downdraft Cooktop

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and
carefully.

• IMPORTANT - Savethese

instructions for local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT - Observeall

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.

WARNING - Beforebeginning 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - ToREOUCETHERISK

OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO
PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

[] Installation work and electrical wiring

must be done by qualified person(s) in
accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated

construction.

[]

Sufficient air is needed for proper
combustion and exhausting of gases

through the flue (chimney) of 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), and the American Society for
Heating, Refrigeration and Air

Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE),
and the local code authorities.

[]

When cutting or drilling into wall or
ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring

and other hidden utilities.

[] Ducted fans must always be vented to

the outdoors.

• This unit must be properly grounded.

I

OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.

I_k WARNING - ToREOUCETHERISKI

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Installation Instructions

UNPACKING YOUR COOKTOP

PARTS INCLUDED (PACKED BELOW THE COOKTOP)

* Blower assembly
* Blower plenum

• (4) Nuts (10-32 keps- nuts
with lock washers attached)

• (2) Hold-down retainers and
thumb screws

Sheet Metal

Screws (9)

(8-18 x 3/8")

Hold-Down Retainers

and Thumb Screws

• (9) Sheet metal screws
(8-18 x 3/8")

• Foam gasket tape (9 ft. roll)

• Vent grille

• Vent filter

Vent Grille

• Cleaning cream

• Scrub sponge or scraper
(on some models)

Cleaning Cream

A

Scrub Sponge

• ILCAUTION: GLASS IS FRAGILE

DO NOT BUMP EDGE OF GLASS
DURING INSTALLATION

O

Foam Gasket Tape

-_ CAUTION:

DO NOT LIFT
FROM VENT
OPENING

Blower Assembly and (4)

Mounting Nuts

(10-32 keps - nuts with lock

washers attached)

Blower Vent

Plenum Filter

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Installation Instructions

PREPARATION

TOOLS AND MATERIALS
YOU WILL NEED

• Saw

• Flat blade screwdriver

• Electrician's pliers

• Duct tape

• Measuring tape or scale

• Carpenter's square

• 7/16" wrench or socket set

• Drill and drill bit

• Sheet metal screws

• Junction box*

• 3/4" flexible conduit*

• Electrical wire per local code*

• Wire nuts*

• Duct work
*NOTE: Electrical installation kit JXCK89

may be ordered separately and includes all
the parts necessary to connect the cooktop
to typical rough-in wiring.

-A CAUTION: FOR PERSONAL SAFETY,

REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR CIRCUIT
BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNING
INSTALLATION.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

This appliance must be supplied with the proper
voltage and frequency, as listed in these Installation
Instructions, and connected to an individual,
properly grounded branch circuit, protected
by a 40-amp circuit breaker or time delay fuses.

All wire connections must be made in accordance
with local codes and properly insulated. Check with

your local utility for governing electrical codes and
ordinances. In the absence of local electrical codes,
the National Electrical Code, ANSIiNFPA No. 70 -
Latest Edition, governing electric range installations,

must be followed.
A copy of the National Electrical Code can be

obtained by writing to:
National Fire Protection Association

Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02260

Effective January 1, 1996, the National Electrical
Code requires that new, but not existing,

construction utilize a four-conductor connection to
an electric range. When installing an electric range

in new construction, follow the instructions in NEW
CONSTRUCTION AND FOUR-CONDUCTOR

BRANCH CIRCUIT CONNECTION.
You must use a three-wire, single-phase AC

208Y/120 Volt or 240/120 Volt, 60 Hertz electrical
system with separate ground. If you connect to
aluminum wiring, properly installed connectors
approved for use with aluminum wiring must

be used.

30" COOKTOP (DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY)

Unit shown fully assembled.

21%"

22 tt

T

_ 201_2"_

Unit must be vented to the outside!

297/8"

283/4" =

15

2 H

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Installation Instructions

CABINET PREPARATION

[] PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION

Positioning the cooktop

The cooktop is designed to look best when centered

in acabinet 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.
At least 6" must be allowed between side edges of

the cooktop and adjacent walls.

13" max._. 4
depth of

unprotected 30" min.

overhead clearance from

cabinets countertop

to unprotected

overhead

surface

11/2"min.

15" min. height

from countertop

to nearest

cabinet on

either side of

the unit

J

6" min.

clearance from

cutout to side

walls

[] PREPARING THE BASE CABINET

This cooktop is designed to fit easily into a variety

of cabinets. However, some cabinets may require
modifications.

Preparing a cabinet that is against a wall

In some cabinets, the sides may need to be scooped
or cut down 5_" 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 5¾"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.
for European

cabinets

Approx.

Avoid placing cabinets above the cooktop unit, if

possible, in order to reduce the hazards caused by
reaching over heated surface units. If cabinets are
placed over the cooktop, the risks can be reduced by
installing a range hood that projects horizontally a

minimum of 5 inches beyond the bottom of the

cabinets.

If cabinetry is used above the cooktop, allow a
minimum 30" clearance between the cooking surface

and the bottom of any unprotected cabinet.

If the clearance between the cooktop and the

cabinetry is less than 30", the cabinet bottom must

be protected with flame retardant millboard at least
1/4" 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.

A 15" minimum must be kept from the side edge of
the cooktop to the bottom of any cabinet not directly
above the cooktop. If the clearance is less than 15",
adjacent cabinets should be at least 6" from the side
edge of the cooktop.

[] ROUGH PREPARATION

OF JUNCTION BOX

IMPORTANT - FOR PERSONAL SAFETY,
REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR OPEN CIRCUIT

BREAKER BEFORE PREPARING JUNCTION
BOX.

Install an approved junction box within shaded
area shown in diagram. Junction box must be
at least 101/2"below top of cabinet.

Run conductors from residence wiring to

junction box according to local electrical codes.

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Installation Instructions

CABINET PREPARATION CUTOUTS

[] 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%" in

order to accommodate cooktop depth.

2%" Min. 1%" Min.

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.

20%"

17_" Min.

[] PREPARINGFORDUCTWORK

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.

91/3"

183/4"

Rear Wall Venting

Downward Venting

[] BLOWERTO 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.

Centtejline_ I

Ce_F:_it e t

_6"Max._ i

Bottom Venting Back Venting

(Requires 31¼" x 10")

A 31A'x 10" rectangle to 6" round transition duct is
available at your local building supply store.

NOTE: Illustrations are for planning purposes only.

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Calculate Total E(

Duct Pieces

6" round
straight

31/4"x 10"
straight

Installation Instructions

DUCTWORK CALCULATIONS

uivalent Ductwork Length

Equivalent Number
Length* x Used =

1ft. x ( )*=

1ft. x ( F=

Equivalent
Length

Equivalent Number Equivalent

Duct Pieces Length* x Used = Length

to 31/4" x 10"
6" round

transition
90° elbow 20 ft. x ( ) = ft.

ft.

ft.

31/4"x 10"
to 6" round

transition 5 ft. x ( ) = ft.

C_ 6", 90 °

elbow

6", 45 °
elbow

24" max.
flexible
metal offset

adapter

31/4,,X10, "

90° elbow

31/4" X 10"

45° elbow

31/4,,X10, "

90° flat elbow

6" round

to 31/4" x 10"
transition

15 ft. x ( ) =

9ft. x ( )=

34 ft. x ( )=

16 ft. x ( ) =

5ft. x ( )=

18 ft. x ( )=

7ft. x ( )=

Subtotal Column 1 =

[_ 31/4" X 10"

ft.

ft.

ft.

ft.

ft.

ft.

ft.

DO NOT use flexible plastic ducting.

to 6" round
transition

90° elbow 12 ft. x ( )= ft.

wall cap

6" round
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 ( )=

Subtotal Column 2 =

Subtotal Column 1 =

TOTAL DUCTWORK =

Should not exceed 100 feet,

ft,

ft.

ft.

ft.

Vent installation should not exceed 100 feet

ft.

equivalent length.

*Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on

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

tMeasure 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 100feet equivalent length.

Venting performance is improved by using larger

diameter duct.

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Installation Instructions

EXHAUST BLOWER RATINGS

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.

g.

g.

,m

<[

Downdraft Cooktop Exhaust Blower CFM

45O

350

300

25O

O

200

150

100

50

25 50 75 100 125

6" Diameter Equivalent Duct Length

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150

Installation Instructions

DUCTWORK INSTALLATION

(Note: For planning purposes only.)

[] INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK

Use galvanized or aluminum duct in 6" round
or 31/4" 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.

Through Cabinet Toe Space

Downward Venting

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.

Between Floor Joist

Duct Tape Over Seam

-- and Screw

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.

Inside Wall to Roof Direct to Outside

Rear 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.

Screw

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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