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...12 Care and Cleaning Cleaning The Cooktop 13 Cleaning the Glass Cooktop 15 Installation Instructions. . . . . .17 Troubleshooting Tips 35 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions PGP9830 PGP989 For a Spanish version of the vent chamber. 49-80516-4 03-15 GE Write the model and serial numbers ...here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label under the cooktop, on the side of this manual, visit our Website at GEAppliances.com.
...12 Care and Cleaning Cleaning The Cooktop 13 Cleaning the Glass Cooktop 15 Installation Instructions. . . . . .17 Troubleshooting Tips 35 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions PGP9830 PGP989 For a Spanish version of the vent chamber. 49-80516-4 03-15 GE Write the model and serial numbers ...here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label under the cooktop, on the side of this manual, visit our Website at GEAppliances.com.
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... three-prong outlet in accordance with either type of gas. WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Have the installer show you the location of the cooktop gas shut-off valve and how to prevent poor burner performance. Ŷ 3OXJ\RXUFRRNWRSLQWRDYROWJURXQGHGRXWOHW only. Any ...can reach them where children can cause low-level exposure to follow these substances, including carbon monoxide, during the cleaning cycle. Your cooktop can be performed only by a qualified service technician in serious injury or property damage. Failure to some of these instructions could result ...
... three-prong outlet in accordance with either type of gas. WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Have the installer show you the location of the cooktop gas shut-off valve and how to prevent poor burner performance. Ŷ 3OXJ\RXUFRRNWRSLQWRDYROWJURXQGHGRXWOHW only. Any ...can reach them where children can cause low-level exposure to follow these substances, including carbon monoxide, during the cleaning cycle. Your cooktop can be performed only by a qualified service technician in serious injury or property damage. Failure to some of these instructions could result ...
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.... not damage electrical wiring and other appliance. Ŷ 'RQRWOHWFRRNLQJJUHDVHRURWKHUIODPPDEOH materials accumulate on or near the cooktop. F. When applicable, install any other hidden utilities. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Ŷ : Items... of the oven. C. D. ductwork. Visit GEAppliances.com for items stored in cabinets above a cooktop-children climbing on . Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher. Turn the controls off at service panel. according...
.... not damage electrical wiring and other appliance. Ŷ 'RQRWOHWFRRNLQJJUHDVHRURWKHUIODPPDEOH materials accumulate on or near the cooktop. F. When applicable, install any other hidden utilities. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Ŷ : Items... of the oven. C. D. ductwork. Visit GEAppliances.com for items stored in cabinets above a cooktop-children climbing on . Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher. Turn the controls off at service panel. according...
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... become hot and could cause burns. Use high settings on clothing. Do not use to medium setting. Some rivets on cooktop only when necessary. NOTE: We recommend that you avoid wiping any surface unit areas until they Ŷ 'RQRWRSHUDWHWKHFRRNWRSLIWKHJODVV...374; 1HYHUXVHWKHJODVVFRRNWRSVXUIDFHDVDFXWWLQJ board. Ŷ 'RQRWSODFHRUVWRUHLWHPVWKDWFDQPHOWRUFDWFK fire on the glass cooktop surface, even when it is used . Ŷ %HFDUHIXOZKHQSODFLQJVSRRQVRURWKHUVWLUULQJ utensils on low to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors...
... become hot and could cause burns. Use high settings on clothing. Do not use to medium setting. Some rivets on cooktop only when necessary. NOTE: We recommend that you avoid wiping any surface unit areas until they Ŷ 'RQRWRSHUDWHWKHFRRNWRSLIWKHJODVV...374; 1HYHUXVHWKHJODVVFRRNWRSVXUIDFHDVDFXWWLQJ board. Ŷ 'RQRWSODFHRUVWRUHLWHPVWKDWFDQPHOWRUFDWFK fire on the glass cooktop surface, even when it is used . Ŷ %HFDUHIXOZKHQSODFLQJVSRRQVRURWKHUVWLUULQJ utensils on low to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors...
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...burst. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 49-80516-4 Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to support the wok. flammable materials and spillage, turn the fan on cooktop can be easily grasped and remain cool. Ŷ $OZD\VXVHWKH/,7(SRVLWLRQZKHQLJQLWLQJWKHWRS Ŷ ,I \RXGR Ŷ 'RQRW...air from steam. Filling the pan too full without extending over the Ŷ 7RPLQLPL]HWKHSRVVLELOLW\RIEXUQVLJQLWLRQRI sides of the cooktop shallow or deep-fat frying. Also, it may catch on a hot burner. acts as fats melt slowly. Ŷ 1HYHUOHDYHWKHVXUIDFH...
...burst. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 49-80516-4 Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to support the wok. flammable materials and spillage, turn the fan on cooktop can be easily grasped and remain cool. Ŷ $OZD\VXVHWKH/,7(SRVLWLRQZKHQLJQLWLQJWKHWRS Ŷ ,I \RXGR Ŷ 'RQRW...air from steam. Filling the pan too full without extending over the Ŷ 7RPLQLPL]HWKHSRVVLELOLW\RIEXUQVLJQLWLRQRI sides of the cooktop shallow or deep-fat frying. Also, it may catch on a hot burner. acts as fats melt slowly. Ŷ 1HYHUOHDYHWKHVXUIDFH...
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...WARNING CONVERTING TO LP GAS (or converting back to natural gas from LP) This cooktop leaves the factory set of the cookware. Never use with natural gas. ,I \...if used on a hot surface. Ŷ 1HYHUOHDYHMDUVRUFDQVRIIDWGULSSLQJVRQRU near your cooktop. Ŷ 'RQRWXVHDOXPLQXPIRLOXQGHUEXUQHUJUDWHV Misuse could result in the envelope containing the product wiring...beyond the edge of instructions included in a fire hazard or damage to the cooktop. Ŷ 'RQRWFRYHURUEORFNWKHDUHDDURXQGWKH cooktop knobs. This area must be kept clear for all burners are at the ...
...WARNING CONVERTING TO LP GAS (or converting back to natural gas from LP) This cooktop leaves the factory set of the cookware. Never use with natural gas. ,I \...if used on a hot surface. Ŷ 1HYHUOHDYHMDUVRUFDQVRIIDWGULSSLQJVRQRU near your cooktop. Ŷ 'RQRWXVHDOXPLQXPIRLOXQGHUEXUQHUJUDWHV Misuse could result in the envelope containing the product wiring...beyond the edge of instructions included in a fire hazard or damage to the cooktop. Ŷ 'RQRWFRYHURUEORFNWKHDUHDDURXQGWKH cooktop knobs. This area must be kept clear for all burners are at the ...
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...the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of the onboard data port for your warranty, should the need arise. GE Gas Cooktop Warranty GEAppliances.com All warranty service is abused, misused, modified or used for /('ODPSV Ŷ ,QVWDOODWLRQRUVHUYLFHIRUDPDNHXS...UHSODFHPHQW air system. GE will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your purchase of service. You may...
...the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of the onboard data port for your warranty, should the need arise. GE Gas Cooktop Warranty GEAppliances.com All warranty service is abused, misused, modified or used for /('ODPSV Ŷ ,QVWDOODWLRQRUVHUYLFHIRUDPDNHXS...UHSODFHPHQW air system. GE will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your purchase of service. You may...
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... Grille Gasket:6HHSDJHV 10 49-80516-4 Surface Burner Controls:6HHSDJH 8. Vent Grille:6HHSDJH 2. High Power Spillproof Burner:6HHSDJHVDQG 6. USING THE COOKTOP: Cooktop Features Cooktop Features Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 4 10 1 2 3 8 4 7 6 5 9 1. Simmer Spillproof Burner:6HHSDJHVDQG 4. Vent Filter (located under the...
... Grille Gasket:6HHSDJHV 10 49-80516-4 Surface Burner Controls:6HHSDJH 8. Vent Grille:6HHSDJH 2. High Power Spillproof Burner:6HHSDJHVDQG 6. USING THE COOKTOP: Cooktop Features Cooktop Features Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 4 10 1 2 3 8 4 7 6 5 9 1. Simmer Spillproof Burner:6HHSDJHVDQG 4. Vent Filter (located under the...
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...low simmer setting. Sealed Gas Burners 7KHVPDOOHUEXUQHUULJKWUHDUSRVLWLRQ ZLOOJLYHWKHEHVW simmer results. The flame size on your cooktop with the use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to click. In Case of Power Failure In case of a lid....time. Use extreme caution when lighting burners this manual, features and appearance may make an excessive noise. The other materials on . USING THE COOKTOP: Surface Burners Surface Burners Throughout this way. IN CASE OF A POWER FAILURE, THE VENTILATION SYSTEM WILL NOT OPERATE. When one burner is ...
...low simmer setting. Sealed Gas Burners 7KHVPDOOHUEXUQHUULJKWUHDUSRVLWLRQ ZLOOJLYHWKHEHVW simmer results. The flame size on your cooktop with the use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to click. In Case of Power Failure In case of a lid....time. Use extreme caution when lighting burners this manual, features and appearance may make an excessive noise. The other materials on . USING THE COOKTOP: Surface Burners Surface Burners Throughout this way. IN CASE OF A POWER FAILURE, THE VENTILATION SYSTEM WILL NOT OPERATE. When one burner is ...
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...Using The Downdraft Vent System How to Operate the Downdraft Vent System The built-in an aluminum skillet. Continuous use stove top grills on the cooktop. Cast-Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will cause incomplete combustion and can be hazardous to your sealed gas burners. Follow cookware manufacturer's... is operating. IN CASE OF A POWER FAILURE, THE VENTILATION SYSTEM WILL NOT OPERATE. Only a flat-bottomed wok should be used on a gas cooktop. Do not use the stove top grill on a support ring. 3ODFLQJWKHULQJRYHUWKHEXUQHURUJUDWHPD\FDXVHWKH burner to be sure...
...Using The Downdraft Vent System How to Operate the Downdraft Vent System The built-in an aluminum skillet. Continuous use stove top grills on the cooktop. Cast-Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will cause incomplete combustion and can be hazardous to your sealed gas burners. Follow cookware manufacturer's... is operating. IN CASE OF A POWER FAILURE, THE VENTILATION SYSTEM WILL NOT OPERATE. Only a flat-bottomed wok should be used on a gas cooktop. Do not use the stove top grill on a support ring. 3ODFLQJWKHULQJRYHUWKHEXUQHURUJUDWHPD\FDXVHWKH burner to be sure...
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... the burner caps and heads, remember their size and location. Medium Head and Cap B A B Small Head and Cap A B C B Front of your cooktop must be lifted off, making them thoroughly by VHWWLQJLQDZDUPRYHQIRUPLQXWHV&KHFNWRPDNH sure the electrodes remain seated down in the... burner head is turned to remove any burner while another burner is level and securely seated. CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning The Cooktop Cleaning The Cooktop %HVXUHHOHFWULFDOSRZHULVRIIDQGDOOVXUIDFHVDUHFRROEHIRUHFOHDQLQJDQ\SDUWRIWKHFRRNWRS Sealed Burner Assemblies Turn all...
... the burner caps and heads, remember their size and location. Medium Head and Cap B A B Small Head and Cap A B C B Front of your cooktop must be lifted off, making them thoroughly by VHWWLQJLQDZDUPRYHQIRUPLQXWHV&KHFNWRPDNH sure the electrodes remain seated down in the... burner head is turned to remove any burner while another burner is level and securely seated. CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning The Cooktop Cleaning The Cooktop %HVXUHHOHFWULFDOSRZHULVRIIDQGDOOVXUIDFHVDUHFRROEHIRUHFOHDQLQJDQ\SDUWRIWKHFRRNWRS Sealed Burner Assemblies Turn all...
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... Side of Grate color grates. Vent Filter and Chamber Remove the vent grille and vent grille gasket. CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning The Cooktop Cleaning The Cooktop Burner Grates, Vent Grille and Gasket /LIWRIIZKHQFRRO*UDWHVJULOOHDQGJDVNHWVKRXOGEH washed regularly and, of course,...can give them in a The grate legs have four rubber dishwasher. Replace the vent grille gasket by using the provided cooktop cleaning cream. Replace the vent grille carefully over Grille the burners. self-cleaning oven. Rinse and dry. This is toward the center.
... Side of Grate color grates. Vent Filter and Chamber Remove the vent grille and vent grille gasket. CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning The Cooktop Cleaning The Cooktop Burner Grates, Vent Grille and Gasket /LIWRIIZKHQFRRO*UDWHVJULOOHDQGJDVNHWVKRXOGEH washed regularly and, of course,...can give them in a The grate legs have four rubber dishwasher. Replace the vent grille gasket by using the provided cooktop cleaning cream. Replace the vent grille carefully over Grille the burners. self-cleaning oven. Rinse and dry. This is toward the center.
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...them straight off the stems for cleaning the stainless steel surface. Replace the knobs in the direction of the grain. Cleaning the Glass Cooktop Normal Daily Use Cleaning 21/ Make sure the insides of this manual. Make sure the knobs are dry before replacing. CARE AND CLEANING...: Cleaning The Cooktop / Cleaning the Glass Cooktop Cleaning The Cooktop Control Knobs The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning. Molded flat area Flat The control knobs may be removed...
...them straight off the stems for cleaning the stainless steel surface. Replace the knobs in the direction of the grain. Cleaning the Glass Cooktop Normal Daily Use Cleaning 21/ Make sure the insides of this manual. Make sure the knobs are dry before replacing. CARE AND CLEANING...: Cleaning The Cooktop / Cleaning the Glass Cooktop Cleaning The Cooktop Control Knobs The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning. Molded flat area Flat The control knobs may be removed...
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CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning the Glass Cooktop Cleaning the Glass Cooktop Heavy, Burned-On Residue $OORZWKHFRRNWRSWRFRRO 5HPRYHWKHEXUQHUJUDWHVYHQWJULOOHDQGYHQWJULOOH gasket. 8VHDVLQJOHHGJHUD]RUEODGHVFUDSHUDWDSSUR[LPDWHO\ DDQJOHDJDLQVWWKHJODVVVXUIDFHDQGVFUDSHWKH soil. It will be necessary to apply pressure to the razor scraper in order to remove the residue. $IWHUVFUDSLQJZLWKWKHUD]RUVFUDSHUVSUHDGDIHZGURSV RI&(5$0$%5
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Gas Downdraft Cooktop Instructions PGP9830 "If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES or visit our website at: GEAppliances.com" IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS: • This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or ... CONVERSION KIT Use for local inspector's use gasoline or other appliance. as a tag, to Installer - BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for cooktop operation at the service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to improper installation is the responsibility of this or any other flammable vapors and...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Gas Downdraft Cooktop Instructions PGP9830 "If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES or visit our website at: GEAppliances.com" IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS: • This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or ... CONVERSION KIT Use for local inspector's use gasoline or other appliance. as a tag, to Installer - BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for cooktop operation at the service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to improper installation is the responsibility of this or any other flammable vapors and...
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.... • Never reuse old flexible connectors. when applicable, install any appliance using gas and generating heat, there are placed above the cooktop, use cabinets no more than 13" deep. • If a 30" clearance between cooking surface and overhead combustible material or metal cabinets... cannot be maintained, protect the underside of the cabinets above the cooktop, allow a minimum clearance of 30" between the cooking surface and the bottom of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal...
.... • Never reuse old flexible connectors. when applicable, install any appliance using gas and generating heat, there are placed above the cooktop, use cabinets no more than 13" deep. • If a 30" clearance between cooking surface and overhead combustible material or metal cabinets... cannot be maintained, protect the underside of the cabinets above the cooktop, allow a minimum clearance of 30" between the cooking surface and the bottom of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal...
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nuts with lock washers attached) Vent Grille Gasket Foam Gasket Tape 30" COOKTOP (DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY) Unit shown fully assembled. 217ø8" (2115ø16"SS) 2923ø32" (2913ø16"SS) 22" 23ø16" (...
nuts with lock washers attached) Vent Grille Gasket Foam Gasket Tape 30" COOKTOP (DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY) Unit shown fully assembled. 217ø8" (2115ø16"SS) 2923ø32" (2913ø16"SS) 22" 23ø16" (...
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... a 24" min. If the clearance between the countertop and the bottom of the unprotected cabinet. The exhaust vent beneath the cooktop must be at least 5" from cutout to the installation instructions packed with that is against a wall In some cabinets, the ...a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over heated surface units. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions CABINET PREPARATION 1 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION Positioning the cooktop The cooktop is designed to be protected with a flame retardant millboard at least 1/4" thick, or gypsum board at least 3/16" thick, ...
... a 24" min. If the clearance between the countertop and the bottom of the unprotected cabinet. The exhaust vent beneath the cooktop must be at least 5" from cutout to the installation instructions packed with that is against a wall In some cabinets, the ...a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over heated surface units. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions CABINET PREPARATION 1 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION Positioning the cooktop The cooktop is designed to be protected with a flame retardant millboard at least 1/4" thick, or gypsum board at least 3/16" thick, ...
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...because it can be 205ø8" in the floor under the appliance are for planning purposes only. 21 The cooktop unit must be used to adapt to accommodate the cooktop and the vent. However, if the blower outlet and the floor or wall duct location do not damage electrical...the illustration. Make sure that opening is required around the edge of opening /cutout in the wall behind the appliance and in order to accommodate cooktop depth. 4 PREPARING FOR DUCTWORK NOTE: Ductwork MUST be level and sit squarely into countertop opening according to outside. and 5" minimum from cutout ...
...because it can be 205ø8" in the floor under the appliance are for planning purposes only. 21 The cooktop unit must be used to adapt to accommodate the cooktop and the vent. However, if the blower outlet and the floor or wall duct location do not damage electrical...the illustration. Make sure that opening is required around the edge of opening /cutout in the wall behind the appliance and in order to accommodate cooktop depth. 4 PREPARING FOR DUCTWORK NOTE: Ductwork MUST be level and sit squarely into countertop opening according to outside. and 5" minimum from cutout ...
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...LINE. • Make gas connection through rear wall, or on cabinet floor at 10" of water column pressure. • These cooktops are designed to use an extension cord. 49-80516-4 23 The power cord of this appliance is set for energy savings and reliability.... grounding wall receptacle to clear toe kick area) The built-in series with LP gas, conversion adjustments must be located within reach of cooktop's four foot power cord. IMPORTANT: (Please read carefully.) FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions...
...LINE. • Make gas connection through rear wall, or on cabinet floor at 10" of water column pressure. • These cooktops are designed to use an extension cord. 49-80516-4 23 The power cord of this appliance is set for energy savings and reliability.... grounding wall receptacle to clear toe kick area) The built-in series with LP gas, conversion adjustments must be located within reach of cooktop's four foot power cord. IMPORTANT: (Please read carefully.) FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions...