GE ZGU36L4DH5SS, ZGU36L4RH3SS, ZGU36L4RH5SS, ZGU36L6H5SS, ZGU36N4DH5SS Installation Guide

Installation
Instructions

ProfessionalGasCooktops

48"Natural
ZGU48N4G

ZGU48N6R
ZGU48N6D

48"LPGas Models

ZGU48L4G

ZGU48L6R
ZGU48L6D

36"Natural
ZGU36N6
ZGU36N4R

ZGU36N4D

36"LPGas Models
ZGU36L6

ZGU36L4R
ZGU36L4D

Gas Models

Gas Models

Monogram°

Installation 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.

Skill Level- Installation of this cool<top requires
basic mechanical and electrical skills.

Completion time - 1to 3 hours.

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation is not

covered under the Warranty.

WARNING:

This appliance must be properly grounded.
See "Electric Supply", page 6.

AVERTISSEMENT :

Cet appareil dolt _tre mis _ la terre
ad_quatement. Voir la section {{ Alimentation
_lectrique ))_ la page 6.

For Monogram local service in your area,

1.800.444.1845.

For Monogram Service in Canada, call

1.888.880.3030.

For Monogram Parts and Accessories, call

1.800.626.2002.
If you received a damaged cool<top, you should contact

your dealer.

in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:

• This product must be installed by a licensed plumber

or gas fitter.
When using ball type gas shut off valves, they shall

be T-handle type.

• A flexible gas connector, when used, must not

exceed 3 feet.

CAUTION'.

THESE COOKTOPSSHOULD BE INSTALLED

IN CONJUNCTION WITH A SUITABLE

OVERHEADVENT HOOD. Due to the high heat capacity
of this unit, particular attention should be paid to the

hood and duct work installation to assure it meets
local building codes.

CES CUISINIF:RESDOIVENT ETRE

MISE EN GARDE :

MONTEES CONJOINTEMENT AVEC UNE

HOTTE_, EVACUATION DE PLAFOND APPROPRIEE.

Etant donn_ la grande capacit_ thermique de cet
appareil, une attention particuli_re dolt _tre port_e

au montage de la hotte et du syst_me de gaines pour
s'assurer qu'il est conforme aux codes du b_timent

Iocaux.
Standard countertop and island installations:

A 1200 CFM hood is recommended for 48" cool<tops.
A 600 CFM hood is recommended for 36" cool<tops.

Hoods should be 24" rain. deep and the same width

as the cool<top.

IsJand instaJJations:

Check local building codes for the proper method of
gas cool<top installation. Local codes vary. Installation,
electrical connections and grounding must comply
with applicable codes. In the absence of local codes,
the cool<top should be installed in accordance with the

National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 223.1-1990 and National
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70-1990.

CAUTION:

These cool<tops are extremely heavy. Due

to the weight and size of the cool<top and
to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
product, TWO PEOPLEARE REQUIREDFOR PROPER

INSTALLATION.

Ces cuisini_res sont extr_mement Iourds.

MISE EN GARDE :

Tout d_montage r_duira consid_rablement
leur poids. En raison du poids et de la taille de la

cuisini_re, dont la manipulation risque d'entrafner
des I_sions corporelles ou des dommages au produit,

DEUX PERSONNES SONT NECESSAIRES POUR

PROCEDERA UN MONTAGE ADEQUAT.

CONTENTS

Design Information

Design Information

Models Available ..............................................................3

Accessory Requirements ................................................3

Product Dimensions and Clearances ............................4

Installation Options ..........................................................5

Advance Planning ..........................................................5

Installation Preparation

Tools and Materials Required ........................................6

Power Supply Locations ..................................................6

MODELS AVAILABLE

These cooktops are factory set for either natural
gas or liquid propane gas. Order the model for your

installation situation.
48" Natural Gas Models:

ZGU48N4G -4 gas burners, grill and griddle
ZGU48N6R -6 gas burners and grill
ZGU48N6D -6 gas burners and griddle

48" Liquid Propane Gas Models:

ZGU48L4G- 4 gas burners, grill and griddle
ZGU48L6R- 6 gas burners and grill
ZGU48L6D- 6 gas burners and griddle

Installation Instructions

Step 1, Remove Packaging ..............................................7

Step 2, Cut the Countertop Opening ..............................7

Step 3, Install the Cooktop ..............................................8

Step 4, Connect Cooktop to Gas......................................8

Step 5, Connect Electrical ................................................9

Step 6, Assemble Burners, Check Ignition ....................9

Finalize Installation ..........................................................10

Installation Checklist ......................................................10

Install the Cooktop Backsplash Accessory ................11

36" Natural Gas Models:
ZGU36N4D - 4 gas burners and griddle
ZGU36N4R - 4 gas burners and grill
ZGU36N6 - 6 gas burners

36" Liquid Propane Gas Models:

ZGU36L4D- 4 gas burners and griddle
ZGU36L4R- 4 gas burners and grill
ZGU36L6 - 6 gas burners

BACKSPLASH ACCESSORIES

All models require 12" min. clearance to a vertical
combustible surface atthe rear. A backsplash
accessory is available for installations with less than
12"clearance to the back wall. Order a 12"high
backsplash or 22" high backsplash with warming shelf.

Backsplash for 48" Models:

ZX12B48HSS - 12"high backsplash
ZX22B48HSS - 22" high backsplash with warming shelf

(2 piece)

Backsplash for 36" Models:

ZX12B36HSS - 12"high backsplash
ZX22B36HSS - 22" high backsplash with warming shelf

(2 piece)

INSTALLATION NOTE:
A custom backspash may be constructed of non-combustible back wall materials such as ceramic tile, brick, marble

or other stone.

" High BacksplashWith

Shelf

12"HighBacl<splash

Design Information

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES

48" Wide Models

477/8 "__

87/16

AllowAdditional Clearance
Belowtile CooktopBurner

Boxfor theRegulatorand
GasConnections 7/8"

18"Min.

Mateda]

\\

22-3/4" Min. \

36" Min. to
Combustible
Material From

Cooking
Surface

\

36"WideModels

Allow Additional Clearance
Below the CooktopBurner

Boxfor the Regulatorand
GasConnections

8-7/16"

9N/2"

3/4"_

t

22,_

,2

_26-5/8'_

_22" High 36" Min.

Backsphsh to Combustibles
witll Shelf

\12 mgl aacks_

12" Min. to Combustiblesor

O"Min. to Combustibles
with 12" or 22" Backsplash

36" Min.

to

Combustibles

4

Installation Preparation

INSTALLATION OPTIONS

These cooktops can be installed in standard 24"or
deeper 25" cabinets.

• In 24" deep cabinets, the front of the cooktop will
project approximately 1-7/8" beyond the front of the
countertop.

• In 25" deep cabinets, the cooktop will be flush with

the front of the countertop.

• The stainless surface of the cooktop will be 1/2"
higher than adjacent countertop.

• Cooktop fits flush to rear of cutout; no additional
support is required.

26-5/8"

t

22"

High
Back

Countertop _ 112"

Level _ v

/12" High

22"High
Bacl<splash

with Shelf

Backsplash

ADVANCE PLANNING

Refer to "Dimensions and Clearances" for appropriate
placement and necessary clearances when planning

the installation.

• Cabinetry cannot be installed directly above the
cooktop.

• We recommend the installation of a vent hood above
the cooktop surface.

- The vent hood must be at least 24" deep.

- The vent hood must be at least the same width as

the cooktop.

- For 48" models, we recommend the vent hood

blower be 1200 CFM.

- For 36" models, we recommend the vent hood

blower be 600 CFM.

• Refer to hood installation instructions for height
dimensions.

• Working areas adjacent to the cooktop should have

18"minimum clearance between countertop and

cabinet bottom.

8-7/16"_ 1/2"_

AllowAdditionalClearance

Belowthe BurnerBoxfor

GasConnections

4" to CenterLine_

of GasInlet

on the Left

1/2"

-,23-1/4"

CabinetFace- ProjectingControlPanel_,

CabinetFace-FlushControlPanel

Cooktop

0

FrontProjectsOutwardasShown
FromStandardDepthCabinets.

Cooktop 1/2"AboveAdjacent

0

_22-3/4"

2-1/2'_

1/2"AboveAdjacent
Countertops.

• Clearance between cooktop and side wall or
combustible material must be at least 12" on

each side.

• These cooktops require 8" free space below the
countertop to house the burner box. Additional
clearance is required below the burner box for the
gas regulator and connections. Connections should

be routed to limit interference with drawers or other
cabinetry features.

• Allow 12" min. clearance at the back to combustible
materials.

• Allow 36" min. above the cooking surface to
combustible materials.

• Installation must conform with local codes. In the
absence of local codes, the gas cooktop must comply

with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA.54,
latest edition. In Canada, installation must conform
with the current Natural Gas Installation Code,
CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the current Propane Installation
Code, CAN/CGA-B149.2, and with local codes where
applicable. This cooktop has been design-certified by
CSA International according to ANSI Z21.1, latest
edition and Canadian Gas Association according to

CAN/CGA-I.1 latest edition.

FrontFlushWith Cabinets-a Minimum
of25-3/4" CabinetDepthRequired

CabinetFront

Installation Preparation

TOOLS REQUIRED

• Saw

• Measuring tape

• Carpenter's square

• Largeflat-blade screwdriver

• Pipewrench

POWER SUPPLY LOCATIONS

Gas Supply:

• The pressure regulator must be connected in series with the
manifold of the cooktop and must remain in serieswith the
supply line regardless of the type of gas being used.

• Thenatural gas modelsare designedto operate at 5"water
column pressure. A regulator is required atthe natural gas
source to provide a maximumof 7"water pressure to the
cooktop regulator.

• Theliquid propane modelsare designedto operate at 10"

water column pressure. A regulator is required atthe LP

source to provide a maximumof 14"water pressure to the
cooktop regulator.

• These gas cooktops are supplied with 1/2"NPTfemale gas
connection located at the left rear corner.

• A minimum 5/8"dia. metal flexible line is required.

- Use5-foot long 5/8"flexible metaltubing. (Lengthmust
complywith local codes.)

T'for 36" Models

"-. IT' for 48"Models

MATERIALS REQUIRED (not supplied)

• Pipe andfittings as required

• Manual gas line shut-off valve

• Gaspressure regulator (supplied)

• Gas-resistant pipe joint sealant

• 5foot, 5/8"AGA-certified flexible metal gassupply line
(length must comply with local codes)

- If required by local codes,use solid pipefittings.

NOTE:Purchasenew flexible line. DO NOTUSEOLD,
PREVIOUSLYUSEDFLEXIBLELINE.

• For rigid connection, locate the pipe stubwithin area shown.

• Install a manualshut-off valve in the gas line, in an easily
accessible location.

Electric Supply:

These cooktops must be suppliedwith 120volt, 60 Hz.,and

connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit
protected bya 15amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a
three-prong (grounding) plugwhich mateswith a standard
three-prong grounding wall receptacle to minimizethe

possibility of shock hazardfrom this appliance.
If the electrical service provided does not meetthe above

specifications, it is recommendedthat a licensed electrician
install an approved outlet.

DONOT,UNDERANYCIRCUMSTANCES,CUTORREMOVE

THETHIRD(GROUND)PRONGFROMTHEPOWERCORD.

DONOTUSEAN EXTENSIONCORDWITH THISAPPLIANCE.

• Locatethe electric supplywithin the area shown or within
reach of the cooktop'ssix foot power cord.

• Toavoidtangling cordwith items stored in the cabinet, locate

the receptacle on rear wall, inside the cabinet.

ReceptacleBoxCc

.. to Cookto;

LocateGasSupply
ProtrusionFromWall oronFloor2" FromWall

ThreeProngPlug

\

W _

ThreeProngReceptacle

6

STEP 1 REMOVE PACKAGING

Installation

Use a hand-truck to move this cooktop.

• Flatten the carton and use a piece as a pad on the

Before moving the cooktop indoors:

• Remove outer carton and packing.

• Remove the straps holding the cooktop to the skid.

• Remove the grates and drawer, below the knobs
(on grill and griddle models).

• Remove grill and/or griddle covers. DO NOT ATTEMPT

TO REMOVE A GRILL OR GRIDDLE ASSEMBLY.

STEP 2 CUT THE COUNTERTOP OPENING

:" 1/2"

Allow Additional ::

Clearance Below

the Cooktop Burner

Boxfor the Regulator
and Gas Connections :

Install a MatcNng Trim
Strip to Cover the Cut
Edge Below the Cooktop

Install a Matching Trim
Strip to Cover the Cut

Edge Below the Cooktop

bottom and back of the hand-truck. Lift the cooktop onto
the hand-truck standing on its end, with the bottom of
the cooktop resting against the back of the hand-truck.

Move the cooktop indoors:
If door and passageways into the installation location are

less than 30" wide, remove the cooktop knobs.

Allow Additional

Clearance Below

the Cooktop Burner

Boxfor the Regulatol
andGas Connections

48"widemodelsaredesignedtofit in48"orwiderbasecabinets

Measure carefully when cutting the countertop.
Make sure sides of the opening are parallel.

• These cool<tops require 8" free space below the
countertop to house the cooktop burner box.

• Allow additional clearances below the burner box

to install the regulator and make house supply

connections. Use a 90° elbow to route the gas
connections and limit interference with drawers

or other cabinetry features.

* These cool<tops are designed to hang from the

countertop from its rear and side flanges.

* Smooth any rough edges on the countertop before

installing the cool<top.

- Formica countertop edges must befinished.

The countertop must be strong enough to
support the weight of the cool<top.

36" wide models are designed to fit in 36" or wider base cabinets

Adjacent Cabinet _

Counter Sunk
Screws

• Support cleats can be secured to cabinet sides.
OR

• Build a support deck or box inside the cabinet which
will support the weight of the cool<top.

- Build the support box using a solid material, cut a

5"x 5" square in the left rear corner for the gas inlet
and power cord clearances.

* After the cool<top is installed, the bottom front edge of

the cutout may need to be covered. Install a trim strip
from the cabinet manufacturer to match cabinetry.

Installation

STEP 3 INSTALL COOKTOP

• Lower the cooktop into the opening. Make sure the
cooktop is evenly seated and supported, A side frame
gasket will seal the cooktop to the countertop.

• "L" brackets with screws are provided to secure the
cooktop to the countertop or to adjacent cabinetry.

- Alternate screw hole locations on the sides of the
cooktop allow for varying thicknesses of countertops

or side cleats,

• Select the bracket location; secure the bracket to the
cooktop with 2 screws.

• Drive one screw through the bottom of the "L" bracket
and into countertop or side cleats.

STEP 4 CONNECT COOKTOP TO GAS

A manual shut-off valve must be installed where
it will be accessible.

Assure that gas is turned off at the shut-off valve.

• Install the supplied pressure regulator onto the end
of the gas inlet,

• You can install a 90° elbow (not supplied)onto the
gas inlet and route the gas connections to avoid
interference with drawers or other cabinetry features.

• Make sure the regulator is installed in the right
direction. See arrow on the underside of the regulator,

NOTE: Instead of using solid piping to connect to
pressure regulator, an approved flexible metal appliance
connector may be used between the pipe stub and the
shut-off valve to the pressure regulator, if local codes
permit,

• Appropriate flare nuts and adapters are required at
each end of the flexible connector.

:::7 lternate Bracket

ScrewHoles

-"L" Bracket

Cool<topBurner Box

Bete: Pipe stub extends I__1
about 1" below burner box. _ Gas Inlet

Regulator

(Supplied)

or Flexible

SolidPiping

Connector

Valve

_ hut-Off

PipeStubFrom
HouseGasSupply

WARNING: Donotuseaflameto

check for gas leaks,

AVERTISSEMENT :II ne faut pas utiliser de flamme pour v_rifier

s'il y a des fuites.

IMPORTANT: Disconnect the cooktop and the individual
shut-off valve from the gas supply piping system during
any pressure testing of that system at test pressures
greater than 1/2 psig. Isolate the cooktop from the gas
supply piping system by closing the individual manual
shut-off valve to the cooktop during any pressure testing
of the gas supply piping system attest pressures equal

to or less than 1/2 psig.

• Turn on gas and check for leaks:

-Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and connections
in the system.

8

Installation

STEP 5 CONNECT ELECTRICAL

Plug power cord into properly grounded receptacle.

STEP 6 ASSEMBLE BURNERS, CHECK IGNITION

Assemble burners as shown. Checkto be sure that
burner heads and caps are securely seated. Pin(s) must

completely engage holes to ensure proper assembly.

• Check for proper ignition:

- Push in one control knob and turn 90° to Lite position.

- The igniter will spark and the burner will light; the
igniter will cease sparking when the burner is lit.

- First test mav require some time while air is flushed
out of the gas line.

- Turn knob to OFE

- Repeatthe procedure for each burner.

iMPORTANT: If the igniter electrodes continue to
spark after the burners are lit, check that each
burner component is assembled and seated properly
by observing constant gaps between each layer.
Disassemble and reassemble as required.

Burner flames should be blue and stable with no yellow

or yellow tips, excessive noise or lifting of the flame
from the burner. If any of these conditions exist, check
that the burner ports are not blocked.

BurnerHead-_

_J BurnerCap

(Brass) _

LocatorPins_

BurnerRing

(Aluminum)_

Toaid reassembly,eachbrassburnerheadis
markedwith a clockface. Replacethe burner
headwith the arrowpointingto the rearofthe
cooktop(12o'clockposition).

FINALIZE INSTALLATION

Installation

Place the burner grates over the burners. Press corner

of the grate to the cool<top. The grates should be seated
and should not rock.

The grill and griddle are secured with screws atthe

front. They are designed to be stationary and should not

be removed.

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

[3 Double checkto make sure everything in this manual

has been completed. Rechecking steps will ensure
safe use of the cool<top.

[3 Make sure all controls are left in the OFFposition.
[3 Make sure the flow of combustion and ventilation air

to the cool<top is unobstructed.

[3 The serial plate for your cool<top is located beneath

the ledge trim on the left side, just above the left knob.

In addition to the model and serial numbers, it tells
you the ratings of the burners and the type of fuel
and pressure the cool<top was adjusted for when it

left the factory.

The griddle has two leveling screws beneath the rear
flue cover that can be used to adjust to the desired slope.
The center screw is for shipping purposes only and can

be removed.

[3 When ordering parts, always include the serial

number, model number and a code letter to ensure
proper replacement parts.

Recheck Steps:
Double check to make sure everything in this manual

has been completed. Rechecking steps will ensure
safe use of the cooktop.

10

Installation

iNSTALL 9" or 12" HiGH BACKSPLASH

• Install and level the range or cool{top according to the
installation instructions.

Remove the backsplash packaging. Select the back, wall
mount panel with mounting screw slots.

Marl{ a horizontal line on the wall, 1/8" above the
range/cool{top backguard.

Use wood screws or fasteners (not supplied) to secure

the back section to the wall. Slide the panel up or down
to provide the 1/8" gap between the top of the

range/cool{top and the bottom of the backsplash.
This 1/8" gap allows the appearance or front section

to overlap the mounted rear panel.

Secure the appearance panel to the mounted back
section with the #8 self-tapping screws provided.

Install 3 screws on each side and 5 across the top.

iNSTALL 22" HiGH BACKSPLASH

Install and level the range or cooktop according to the
installation instructions.

Remove the backsplash packaging. Select the back, wall
mount panel with mounting screw slots.

• Marl{ a horizontal line on the wall, 1/8" above the

range/cool{top backguard.

Use wood screws or fasteners (not supplied)to secure
the back section to the wall. Slide the panel up or down
to provide the 1/8" gap between the top of the

range/cool{top and the bottom of the backsplash.

This 1/8"gap allows the appearance or front section
to overlap the mounted rear panel.

Attach the shelf to the front section of the backsplash

using screws and nuts supplied.

Secure the appearance panel to the mounted back

section with the #8 self-tapping screws provided.

Install 3 screws on each side and 5 across the top.

Frontsection

Supplied..........\

#8Screws \ section

Back \

Backsection

1/8t

Backl

Frontsection ,

Supplied \

#8 Screws _,

Back_
section

Bac!

section "_.

gackguarld/_

WARNING:

The back section must be securely fastened to
the wall. Failure to do so could cause damage or

personal injury. Maximum shelf weight capability
is 10 Ibs.

Slotsfor Vertical \

Adjustment \

ti °"

I _-_-'_-_--_-_

Holes_

Slotsfor

Vertical

Adjustment

Supplied_

#8Screws

AVERTISSEMENT :

La section arriere doit _tre fix_e solidement
sur lemur. Le d_faut de proc_der ainsi peut

causer des dommages materiels ou des I_sions
corporelles. La capacit_ de charge maximale

de I'_tag_re est de 4,5 kg (10 Ibs ).

11

Pub.No.49-80225-3
PartNo.164D4290P377

17713Rev.C

12-06JR

NOTE:While performing installations described in this book,
safety glasses or goggles should be worn.

Iq>rMonog'ram _'_local s_rvh'e i_ )our area, call

1.600.444. l,_4 ).

NOTE:Producl improx(m( nl is a conlinuing endeavor at

General Ele(tric. Thereilnx, malerials, app(aran(_ and
spetif]calions are sul?ject to chmlg( wilhotlr notic(.

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