GE PHP960 User Manual 2

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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Installation

36″ Induction Cooktop

Instructions

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely
and carefully.

•

IMPORTANT — Save these instructions

for local inspector’s use.

•

IMPORTANT — Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions

for future reference.

• Product failure due to improper installation is

not covered under the Warranty.

WARNING — This appliance must be

properly grounded.

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ATTENTION INSTALLER — ALL

COOKTOPS MUST BE HARD WIRED (DIRECT
WIRED) INTO AN APPROVED JUNCTION BOX.
A “PLUG AND RECEPTACLE” IS NOT PERMITTED
ON THESE PRODUCTS.

• Proper installation is the responsibility
of the installer and product failure due to
improper installation is NOT covered under
warranty.

Saber Saw

Pencil

Safety Glasses

1/8″ Drill Bit & Electric or

Hand Drill

Ruler or Straightedge

Phillips Head

Screwdriver

PHP960, ZHU36

“If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES or visit our website at: ge.com”

31-10668 (06 -07 JR)

1/4″ Nut Driver

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

Large Size
Wire Nuts

Junction Box

(Sized for conduit

per local electrical

codes.)

90º or Straight

Squeeze Connector

for 1” Conduit

PARTS INCLUDED

Baffle

(For all installations

except over an oven.)

Foam Tape

2 Hold-Down Brackets

6 Hex-Head Screws

2 Thumbscrews

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Installation Instructions

FOR YOUR SAFETY

• For Personal Safety, remove house fuse or open

circuit breaker before beginning installation.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury
or death.

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

• To eliminate the risk of burns or fire due to
reaching over heated surface elements, cabinet
storage located above the surface units should
be avoided. If cabinet storage space is to be
provided, the risk can be reduced by installing a
range hood that projects horizontally a minimum
of 5″ beyond the bottom of the cabinets. Cabinet
installation above the cooktop may be no deeper
than 13″.

• Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings
around the cooktop can withstand the
temperatures (up to 200°F) generated
by the cooktop.

• The cooktop should be easy to reach and lighted
with natural light during the day.

• Always disconnect the electrical service to
the cooktop before repairing or servicing the
cooktop. This can be done by disconnecting the
fuse or circuit breaker. Failure to do this could
result in a dangerous or fatal shock. Know where
your main disconnect switch is located. If you do
not know, have your electrician show you.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

This appliance must be supplied with the proper
voltage and frequency, and connected to an
individual, properly grounded branch circuit,
protected by a circuit breaker or a time delay
fuse as noted on name plate.

We recommend you have the electrical wiring and
hookup of your cooktop connected by a qualified
electrician. After installation, have the electrician
show you where your main cooktop disconnect
is located.

Wiring must conform to National Electrical Code
and all local electrical codes. You can get a copy
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.
70-Latest Edition, by writing:

National Fire Protection Association

Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269

In Canada, wiring must conform to Canadian
Electrical Code (CEC).

The cooktop conduit wiring is approved for copper
wire connection only, and if you have aluminum
house wiring, you must use special UL approved
connectors for joining copper to aluminum. In
Canada, you must use special CSA approved
connectors for joining copper to aluminum.

You must use a two-wire, three conductor 208/240
VAC, 60 Hertz electrical system. A white (neutral)
wire is not needed for this unit.

Refer to the name plate on your cooktop for the
KW rating for your cooktop.

These cooktops require 50 amp service.

Name plate location

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Installation Instructions

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

WARNING – The electrical power to

the cooktop supply line must be shut off while
connections are being made. Failure to do so
could result in serious injury or death.

When preparing cooktop opening, make sure
the inside of the cabinet and the cooktop do
not interfere with each other. (See section on
preparing the opening.)

Remove packaging materials and literature
package from the cooktop before beginning
installation.

Remove Installation Instructions from the
literature pack and read them carefully before
you begin.

Be sure to place all literature, Owner’s Manual,
Installations, etc. in a safe place for future
reference.

Make sure you have all the tools and
materials you need before starting the
installation of the cooktop.

Your home must provide the adequate
electrical service needed to safely and
properly use your cooktop. (Refer to section
on electrical requirements.)

When installing your cooktop in your home,
make sure all local codes and ordinances are
followed exactly as stated.

Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and
cabinets around the cooktop can withstand
heat (up to 200°F) generated by the cooktop.

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ADVANCE PLANNING

Combination Installations

These cooktops may be installed in combination
with an approved downdraft vent or a single oven.

Cooktop and a Downdraft Vent

– The countertop must have a deep flat surface

to accommodate the combined installation of
the cooktop and vent.

– Consideration must be given to the separate

electrical supply locations.

– Allow 12″ clearance between the inlet air ports

on the cooktop bottom toward the rear to any
obstruction.

– Both the cooktop and the vent must be installed

according to each specific product installation
instruction.

Cooktop with a Single Oven

– Consideration must be given to the separate

electrical requirements and locations.

– Both the cooktop and the oven must be installed

according to each specific product installation
instruction.

Installation Above Cabinet Drawers

Allow 12″ clearance to combustibles below the
cooktop. A drawer directly below the cooktop
cannot be used to store items such as towels or
paper products. Use a false drawer front to obtain
clearance if necessary.

PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

Before you begin-Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Before you begin-Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT- Save these instructions for local inspector's use.

IMPORTANT- Save these instructions for local inspector's use.
IMPORTANT- OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDIANCES.

IMPORTANT- OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDIANCES.
Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.

Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.
OWNER- Keep these instructions for future reference.

OWNER- Keep these instructions for future reference.
Note- This appliance must be properly grounded (if applicable).

Note- This appliance must be properly grounded (if applicable).

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Installation Instructions

The following MINIMUM clearance dimensions
must be maintained.

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PREPARING THE OPENING

OVERALL COOKTOP DIMENSIONS

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Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and
cabinets around the cooktop can withstand
heat (up to 200°F) generated by the cooktop.

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CUTOUT DIMENSIONS OF THE
COUNTERTOP

To insure accuracy, it is best to make a template
when cutting the opening in the counter.

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13″ MAX. Depth of uprotected
overhead cabinets

30″ MIN.
Clearance from
countertop to
unprotected
overhead surface

2″ MIN. Clearance
from cutout to side
wall on the left of
the unit

15″ MIN. Height
from countertop to
nearest cabinet on
either side of unit

2″ MIN. Clearance
from cutout to
side wall on the
right of the unit

20-7/8″
(21″ SS) at center

33-5/8″

Cooktop

36″

(36-1/8″ SS) at center

18-7/8″

4-5/8“ at front
baffle

3-1/4” at rear air
intake

2-1/2″ Min.

from front edge

of cutout and

front edge of

countertop

19-1/8″ depth of cutout

33-7/8″

width of

cutout

1-3/4″ Min. Between

cutout and the wall
behind the cooktop

Wall coverings,
cabinets and
countertop must
withstand heat
up to 200°F.

If a 30″ clearance between the cooking surface
and overhead combustible materials or metal
cabinets cannot be maintained, a minimum
clearance of 24″ is required and the underside
of the cabinets above the cooktop must be
protected with not less than 1/4″ insulating
millboard covered with sheet metal not less
than 0.0122″ thick.

VERTICAL CLEARANCES (CONT.)

IMPORTANT: To ensure long life of the

electronic components, allow a minimum of
12″ free space for air circulation below the
cooktop bottom. (Except installation over a
single oven.) The cooktop bottom has air
intake ports toward the front that help cool
the components. Do not install a shelf or
partition beneath the cooktop that is more
than 18″ deep.

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Use a 36” or wider cabinet base.

VERTICAL CLEARANCES

Allow 12” minimum
vertical clearance
between the cooktop
bottom and any
combustible surfaces.

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12″ Min.

Vertical Clearance

18″ Max.

Deep Shelf

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING OPTIONS

COOKTOP INSTALLATION WITH
A GE OR GE MONOGRAM 30″
DOWNDRAFT VENT

The installation of the downdraft vent with
this cooktop requires careful consideration.
Both the cooktop and the vent must be installed
according to each specific installation instruction.

BASE CABINET REQUIREMENTS

The combined installation will fit in a standard
24″ deep base cabinet. Use a 36″ or wider base
cabinet.

– The vent housing, blower and ductwork will

occupy the base cabinet.

COOKTOP REQUIREMENTS

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

• Review the illustration to determine the countertop
surface requirements.

– All cutout clearances for this installation must

be observed.

2-3/4"

21-3/4"

Cutout

Depth

19-1/8"

Cooktop

Cutout

Depth

Cooktop and Vent Cutout

1-1/32" at Center

1-3/4" Min. Cooktop Cutout to Rear

Vertical Combustible Surface

36-1/8" (SS)

36" (B,W)

1/4" Overlap

1/8" Gap

34"

23" (SS)

22-7/8" (B,W)

Total Flat

Surface

Required

Front Edge

of Countertop

Clearance to Cutout

2-1/2" Min.

2" Min. Cutout

2-1/2" to

Cutout

22" to Support Rail

to Side Walls

19-7/8"

3/4"

Vent

22-3/4" Inside

1-7/8"

3/4"
Thick
Support
Rail

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING OPTIONS

COOKTOP INSTALLATION OVER A
GE OR GE MONOGRAM SINGLE OVEN

These cooktops may be installed over a single
oven. Both the cooktop and the oven must be
installed according to each specific installation
instruction.

– Allow 4″ Min. clearance from the top of the

countertop to the top of the oven cutout.

Use a 36″ or wider base cabinet.

• For best appearance, the cooktop should be
centered over the oven.

• The baffle on the underside of the cooktop is not
necessary for this combination installation. If the
baffle is attached, remove it.

• This cooktop is only approved to be installed over
the specific models listed on the label of this unit.

POWER SUPPLY

The oven requires a separate, properly grounded
20 Amp, 3-wire 208 or 240 volt, 60 Hz power supply.
The cooktop requires a separate 50 Amp, 3-wire,
208 or 240 volt, 60 Hz power supply.

23-1/2″ min.

Cooktop

33-7/8″

19-1/8″

2-1/2″ min.

1-1/2″ cabinet top

4″ min.

36″

countertop

height

27-1/4″ min.

27-5/16″ max.

28-1/2″ min.

28-5/8″ max.

25″

3/4″ support

platform
required

Must support 200 lbs.

Must match

toekick height

When connecting to a three-conductor branch
circuit, if local codes permit:

a. Connect the bare cooktop ground conductor

with the crimped ground (green) lead to the
branch circuit ground (green) using a wire
nut.

b.Connect the cooktop red lead to the branch

circuit red lead in accordance with local
codes, using a wire nut.

c. Connect the cooktop black lead to the

branch circuit black lead in accordance with
local codes, using a wire nut. If the residence
red, black or white leads are aluminum
conductors, see WARNING.

d. Install Junction Box Cover.

NEW CONSTRUCTION AND BRANCH
CIRCUIT CONNECTION

When making the wire
connections, use the
entire length of conduit
provided. The conduit
must not be shortened
(unless required by local
codes). The conduit length
is 4 ft. With the cooktop in
place, open the front of
the cabinet door. Insert
the wires from the conduit
through the opening of
the junction box. The conduit strain relief clamp
must be securely attached to the junction box and
the flexible conduit must be securely attached to
the clamp.

•When installing in new construction, or

•When installing in a mobile home, or

•When installing in a recreational vehicle, or

•When local codes do not permit grounding
through neutral:

a. Insert conduit through strain relief and tighten.
b.

Attach the appliance grounding lead (green or
bare copper) in accordance with local codes. If
the residence grounding conductor is
aluminum, see WARNING.

Ground Wire

Junction Box Cover

Junction Box Cover

Ground and Neutral
Wires

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Installation Instructions

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WARNING: Improper connection

of aluminum house wiring to copper
leads can result in an electrical hazard or
fire. Use only connectors designed for
joining copper to aluminum and follow the
manufacturer’s recommended procedure
closely.

THREE-CONDUCTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT
CONNECTION

Install junction box

so that it can be

reached through

the front of the

cabinet.

16″
Min.

Strain Relief

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INSTALLING THE COOKTOP

PROTECT SURFACE OF COOKTOP

Place a towel or tablecloth onto the countertop.
Lay the cooktop upside down onto the protected
surface.

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ATTACH FOAM TAPE

Apply the foam tape around the outer edge of the
glass. Do not overlap the foam tape.

NOTE: On stainless steel models, apply foam tape
on the sides and rear.

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Bottom of Cooktop

Cloth under Cooktop

Bottom of Cooktop

Foam Tape

Cooktop
Glass

Installation Instructions

INSTALL HOLD-DOWN BRACKETS

Start one screw through the bracket and into the
cooktop. (Both sides.) Do not tighten. Turn the
bracket inwards to avoid interference when
dropping the cooktop into the countertop.

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INSTALL BAFFLE

Secure the baffle to the cooktop with screws.
NOTE: Do not install the baffle when the cooktop

is installed over a single oven.

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INSERT COOKTOP INTO CUTOUT

Insert the cooktop centered into the cutout opening.
Make sure the front edge of the countertop is
parallel to the cooktop. Make final check that all
required clearances are met.

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Cooktop

Installation Instructions

ATTACH HOLD-DOWN BRACKETS
TO CABINET

Open the cabinet door. Install the second screw
through the bracket and tighten. Then tighten the
first screw. Install thumbscrew until it touches the
bottom of the countertop.

IMPORTANT: Turn the thumbscrew until it touches
the bottom of the countertop. Do not overtighten.

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Cooktop Countertop

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Installation Instructions

PRE-TEST CHECKLIST

Remove all protective film, if present, and any
stickers.

Check to be sure that all wiring is secure and
not pinched or in contact with moving parts.

Check level of appliance.
Check that the cooktop is properly grounded.

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CHECKLISTS

OPERATION CHECKLIST

Remove all items from the top
of the cooktop surface.

Turn on the power to the cooktop.
(Refer to your Owner’s Manual.) Verify that all
surface burners operate properly.

Check that the circuit breaker is not tripped
nor the house fuse blown.

Check that conduit is securely connected to
the junction box.

See Owner’s Manual for troubleshooting list.

NOTE TO ELECTRICIAN:

The power leads supplied with this appliance are
UL recognized for connections to larger gauge
household wiring. The insulation of these leads
is rated at temperatures much higher than the
temperature rating of household wiring. The
current carrying capacity of a conductor is
governed by the wire gauge and also the
temperature rating of the insulation around
the wire.

NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING

• WARNING:
IMPROPER CONNECTION OF ALUMINUM
HOUSE WIRING TO THE COPPER LEADS CAN
RESULT IN A SERIOUS PROBLEM.

• Splice copper wires to aluminum wiring
using special connectors designed and UL
approved for joining copper to aluminum
and follow the manufacturer’s recommended
connector procedure closely.

NOTE: Wire used, location and enclosure of
splices, etc., must conform to good wiring
practice and local codes.

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