JGC3536GS
PROPANE GAS AND HIGH ALTITUDE
CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS
For JGC3530GS and JGC3536GS Model Series
INSTRUCTIONS DE CONVERSION—
GAZ PROPANE ET ALTITUDE ÉLEVÉE
Pour séries de modèles JGC3530GS et JGC3536GS
W11032278B
Table of Contents/Table des matières
IMPORTANT:
Installer:
Leave installation instructions with the homeowner.
Homeo
wner: Keep installation instructions for future reference.
IMPOR
TANT :
Installateur
: Remettre les instructions d'installation au propriétaire.
Pr
opriétaire : Conserver les instructions d'installation pour référence ultérieure
.
COOKTOP SAFETY ........................................................................2
Tools and Parts .............................................................................3
Convert from Natural Gas to Propane Gas .................................3
Convert from Propane Gas to Natural Gas .................................6
Lighting the Electronic Igniters ....................................................8
Low Flame Height Adjustment .....................................................8
SÉCURITÉ DE LA TABLE DE CUISSON .....................................10
Outillage et pièces ......................................................................11
Conversion de gaz naturel à propane ........................................12
Conversion de propane à gaz naturel ........................................15
Allumeurs électroniques—allumage ..........................................17
Réglage pour le débit thermique minimum ...............................18
2
COOKTOP SAFETY
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
– Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
•
Do not try to light any appliance.
•
Do not touch any electrical switch.
•
Do not use any phone in your building.
•
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
•
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
–
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.
Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.
For more information, contact your gas supplier.
If a gas leak is detected, follow the “What to do if you smell gas” instructions.
In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:
■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gas fitter qualified or licensed by
the State of Massachusetts.
■ Acceptable Shut-off Devices: Gas Cocks and Ball Valves installed for use shall be listed.
■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 4 feet (121.9 cm).
3
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts necessary for correct
Propane gas conversion.
Tools needed
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ 3/32" (#0 [2.0 mm]) flat-blade screwdriver (screwdriver
shaft must be a minimum of 2
1
/
2
" [6.4 cm] long)
■ Adjustable wrench
■ 7.0 mm nut driver
■ 7.0 mm wrench
Parts supplied
■ Propane orifice package (W10686634)
■ Conversion instructions (W10590570)
High Altitude Conversion
To convert the cooktop for elevations above 6,560 ft (1,999.5 m),
order a High Altitude Conversion Kit.
■ Part Number W10686630: Propane gas high altitude
■ Part Number W10686629: Natural gas high altitude
To order, see the “Assistance or Service” section of the Use and
Care Guide.
IMPORTANT: Gas conversions from Natural gas to Propane gas
must be done by a qualified installer. Before proceeding with
conversion, shut off the gas supply to the cooktop prior to
disconnecting the electrical power.
Convert from Natural Gas
to Propane Gas
1. Turn manual shut-off valve to the closed position.
2. Unplug cooktop or disconnect power.
To Convert Gas Pressure Regulator
3. Determine the type of regulator you have:
Style 1: The cap has a slot and “NAT” printed on it.
Remove access cap by using a flat-blade screwdriver
or coin, turning the access cap counterclockwise.
WARNING
This conversion kit shall be installed by a
qualified service agency in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions and
all applicable codes and requirements of
the authority having jurisdiction. If the
information in these instructions is not
followed exactly, a fire, explosion or
production of carbon monoxide may
result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life. The qualified service
agency is responsible for the proper
installation of this kit. The installation is
not proper and complete until the
operation of the converted appliance is
checked as specified in the
manufacturer's instructions supplied with
this kit.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to propane, have a qualified person make
sure gas pressure does not exceed 14" (36 cm) water
column.
Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
A
B
C
A. To cooktop
B. Shut-off valve (closed position)
C. Gas supply line
A
B
C
D
A. Access cap
B. Rear of cooktop
C. Gas pressure regulator
D. Gas flow
4
The gas pressure regulator has 2 settings that are stamped
on either side of the cap. Turn the cap and reinstall into
regulator with the stamp “LP” visible from the outside of
the regulator.
Style 2: The cap does not have a slot and requires a wrench
to be removed.
Remove the access cap by using a wrench, turning the
access cap counterclockwise.
Remove spring retainer from the cap by pushing against
the flat side of the spring retainer. Look at the spring retainer
to locate the “NAT” or “LP” position. Turn over the spring
retainer so the “LP” is showing on the bottom. Snap the
spring retainer back into the cap. Reinstall the cap onto
the regulator.
4. Test the gas pressure regulator and gas supply line.
The regulator must be checked at a minimum 2.5 cm water
column above the set pressure. The inlet pressure to the
regulator should be as follows for operation and checking
the regulator setting:
Propane Gas:
Minimum pressure: 25.4 cm W.C.P.
Supply pressure: 35.5 cm W.C.P.
Gas Supply Pressure Testing
Line pressure testing above 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa) gauge
(35.5 cm WCP)
The cooktop and its individual shut-off valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during
any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in
excess of 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
Line pressure testing at 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa) gauge
(35.5 cm WCP) or lower
The cooktop must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
5. If the burner grates are installed, remove them.
Use the following charts to match the correct gas orifice
spud with the burner location and model being converted.
Propane Gas Orifice Spud Chart
Burner Rating Stamp (A) Size
1,500 BTU* 41 0.41 mm
A
5,000 BTU 66 0.66 mm
9,050 BTU 88 0.88 mm
12,000 BTU 102 1.02 mm
16,000 BTU 112 1.12 mm
A. Size stamp
* Simmer orifice for the dual stack (center) burner.
Burner Models
Model No.
Right
Front
Right
Rear
Center
Left
Front
Left
Rear
JGC3530GS
9,000
BTU
5,000
BTU
16,000
BTU
12,000
BTU
12,000
BTU
JGC3536GS
12,000
BTU
5,000
BTU
16,000
BTU
12,000
BTU
12,000
BTU
High Altitude Conversions
IMPORTANT: You must convert Propane gas with Propane
gas High Altitude Kit Part Number W10686630 or Natural gas
with Natural gas High Altitude Kit Part Number W10686629. If
you need to convert Propane gas to Natural gas high altitude
or Natural gas to Propane gas high altitude, you must convert
the pressure regulator. For this, follow steps 1 through 3 of the
necessary conversion.
Propane Gas Orifice Spud Chart for High Altitude Conversion
See chart in the “Propane Gas High Altitude Conversion Kit.”
Burner Locations
30" (76.2 cm) and 36" (91.4 cm) Models
A
B
CDE
A. Access cap
B. Gasket
C. Gas pressure regulator
D. LP position
E. NAT position
A
B
DE
C
A. Left rear burner
B. Center burner
C. Right rear burner
D. Right front burner
E. Left front burner
5
6. Remove all burner caps and burner bases. Be sure to keep
the cap and base for each burner together. This will assure
that the cap and base are reinstalled on the proper burner.
7. To convert burners:
■ Insert 7.0 mm nut driver down onto the gas orifice
spud (C) and remove by turning it counterclockwise
and lifting out.
■ Set gas orifice spud aside.
■ Replace with correct Propane gas orifice spud. See the
Propane Gas Orifice Spud Chart.
A
B
C
A
C
B
D
Standard and
simmer burners
A. Igniter electrode
B. Orifice holder
C. Orifice spud
Dual flame burner
A. Igniter electrode
B. Orifice holder
C. Orifice spud
D. Orifice simmer
IMPORTANT: Place Natural gas orifice spuds in plastic
parts bag for future use and keep with package containing
literature.
8. Replace burner bases and burner caps.
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the electrode aligns with the
notch or hole in the burner base. The igniter electrode is
ceramic and could break during installation of the burner
base.
9. Open shut-off valve in the gas supply line. The valve is open
when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.
10. Once you have completed converting all of the cooktop
burners, test the cooktop for leaks by brushing on an
approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. If bubbles
appear, a leak is indicated. Correct any leaks found.
11. Plug in cooktop or reconnect power.
12. Adjust valve according to the “Low Flame Height
Adjustment” section.
A
B
C
DE
F
A. Gas tube opening
B. Burner cap
C. Burner base
D. Orifice holder
E. Igniter electrode
F. Burner base notch or hole
B
C
A
A. Burner cap
B. Electrode
C. Burner base
6
Convert from Propane Gas to Natural Gas
1. Turn manual shut-off valve to the closed position.
2. Unplug cooktop or disconnect power.
To Convert Gas Pressure Regulator
3. Determine the type of regulator you have:
Style 1: The cap has a slot and “LP” printed on it.
Remove access cap by using a flat-blade screwdriver
or coin, turning the access cap counterclockwise.
The gas pressure regulator has 2 settings that are stamped
on either side of the cap. Turn the cap and reinstall into
regulator with the stamp “NAT” visible from the outside of
the regulator.
Style 2: The cap does not have a slot and requires a wrench
to be removed.
Remove the access cap by using a wrench, turning the
access cap counterclockwise.
Remove spring retainer from the cap by pushing against
the flat side of the spring retainer. Look at the spring retainer
to locate the “NAT” or “LP” position. Turn over the spring
retainer so the “NAT” is showing on the bottom. Snap the
spring retainer back into the cap. Reinstall the cap onto
the regulator.
4. If the burner grates are installed, remove them.
Use the following charts to match the correct gas orifice
spud with the burner location and model being converted.
Natural Gas Orifice Spud Chart
Burner Rating Stamp (A) Size
1,300 BTU* 53 0.53 mm
A
6,000 BTU 110 1.10 mm
9,050 BTU 132 1.32 mm
12,000 BTU 155 1.55 mm
15,000 BTU 170 1.70 mm
20,000 BTU 195 1.95 mm
A. Size stamp
* Simmer orifice for the dual stack (center) burner.
Burner Models
Model No.
Right
Front
Right
Rear
Center
Left
Front
Left
Rear
JGC3530GS
9,000
BTU
6,000
BTU
20,000
BTU
12,000
BTU
12,000
BTU
JGC3536GS
12,000
BTU
6,000
BTU
20,000
BTU
12,000
BTU
15,000
BTU
A
B
C
A. To cooktop
B. Shut-off valve (closed position)
C. Gas supply line
A
B
C
D
A. Access cap
B. Rear of cooktop
C. Gas pressure regulator
D. Gas flow
NAT
A
B
C
DE
A. Access cap
B. Gasket
C. Gas pressure regulator
D. NAT position
E. LP position
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