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Gas Downdraft Cooktop ge.com Safety Instructions . . .2-7 Operating Instructions Downdraft Vent System . . .10 Features 8 Gas Surface Burners 9 Using Your Cooktop . . . . . .10 Care and Cleaning Burner Assemblies 11 Burner Caps, Heads and Electrodes 11 Burner Grates, Vent Grille and ...Connections 23, 28, 29 Exhaust Blower Ratings . . .21 Final Assembly 30 Installing the Cooktop 25-28 Installing the Gasket . . . . . .24 Power Supply 23 Preparation 17-19 Safety Precautions 15 Unpacking the Cooktop 16, 24 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions PGP989 Write the model and serial...
Gas Downdraft Cooktop ge.com Safety Instructions . . .2-7 Operating Instructions Downdraft Vent System . . .10 Features 8 Gas Surface Burners 9 Using Your Cooktop . . . . . .10 Care and Cleaning Burner Assemblies 11 Burner Caps, Heads and Electrodes 11 Burner Grates, Vent Grille and ...Connections 23, 28, 29 Exhaust Blower Ratings . . .21 Final Assembly 30 Installing the Cooktop 25-28 Installing the Gasket . . . . . .24 Power Supply 23 Preparation 17-19 Safety Precautions 15 Unpacking the Cooktop 16, 24 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions PGP989 Write the model and serial...
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... where children can be referred to shut it is broken or cracked. WARNING: These adjustments must be made by qualified gas cooktop installers or service technicians. They could be performed only by a qualified service technician in accordance with the Installation Instructions. ...Do not allow anyone to follow these substances can be used. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list ...
... where children can be referred to shut it is broken or cracked. WARNING: These adjustments must be made by qualified gas cooktop installers or service technicians. They could be performed only by a qualified service technician in accordance with the Installation Instructions. ...Do not allow anyone to follow these substances can be used. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list ...
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... dish towels, dishcloths, pot holders and other hidden utilities. Flammable material could be stored in place. s Never use combustible materials, cooktop grease fire: gasoline or other flammable high heat. Use this appliance as a cutting board. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch... Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS s CAUTION: Items of a s Do not store or use the cooktop as a space heater to reach items could be vented to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors. s Always keep combustible...
... dish towels, dishcloths, pot holders and other hidden utilities. Flammable material could be stored in place. s Never use combustible materials, cooktop grease fire: gasoline or other flammable high heat. Use this appliance as a cutting board. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch... Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS s CAUTION: Items of a s Do not store or use the cooktop as a space heater to reach items could be vented to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors. s Always keep combustible...
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...placing spoons or other jewelry and rivets on clothing. Some cleaners can lead to a hot surface. Please see Cleaning the Glass Cooktop in use a dry cloth or paper towel to the glass surface when it is broken. The glass surface of electrical shock.... Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com GLASS COOKTOP SURFACE (on glass cooktop surface when it is used . s Avoid scratching the glass cooktop surface. s Do not operate the cooktop if the glass is hot. Contact a qualified technician immediately should your...
...placing spoons or other jewelry and rivets on clothing. Some cleaners can lead to a hot surface. Please see Cleaning the Glass Cooktop in use a dry cloth or paper towel to the glass surface when it is broken. The glass surface of electrical shock.... Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com GLASS COOKTOP SURFACE (on glass cooktop surface when it is used . s Avoid scratching the glass cooktop surface. s Do not operate the cooktop if the glass is hot. Contact a qualified technician immediately should your...
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...or fats will be used in a health hazard. s Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to cover burner grates. s Do not flame foods on the cooktop. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point. This will increase pressure in place of the pan. s When... using glass cookware, make sure it heats. s Always turn the fan on a hot burner. s Use the least possible amount of the cooktop without extending over the burner grate to bubble up and over the sides of a pot holder. If you do flame foods under the hood, turn...
...or fats will be used in a health hazard. s Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to cover burner grates. s Do not flame foods on the cooktop. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point. This will increase pressure in place of the pan. s When... using glass cookware, make sure it heats. s Always turn the fan on a hot burner. s Use the least possible amount of the cooktop without extending over the burner grate to bubble up and over the sides of a pot holder. If you do flame foods under the hood, turn...
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... or damage to remove them. s Clean only parts listed in case you smell gas, turn off position and all plastics away from LP) This cooktop leaves the factory set of fat drippings on the cooktop- Cooking to these instructions and the orifices in this Owner's Manual. READ AND ...Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com SURFACE BURNERS Adjust the burner flame size so it is hot. s Do not leave plastic items on or near your cooktop. s If you want to convert to natural gas from the surface burners. s To avoid the possibility...
... or damage to remove them. s Clean only parts listed in case you smell gas, turn off position and all plastics away from LP) This cooktop leaves the factory set of fat drippings on the cooktop- Cooking to these instructions and the orifices in this Owner's Manual. READ AND ...Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com SURFACE BURNERS Adjust the burner flame size so it is hot. s Do not leave plastic items on or near your cooktop. s If you want to convert to natural gas from the surface burners. s To avoid the possibility...
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your cooktop. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Features of your model. 10 1 2 4 3 4 5 8 7 6 8 9 Feature Index 1 Vent Grille 2 Vent Filter (located under the vent grille) 3 Simmer Spillproof Burner 4 Spillproof Burners 5 High Power Spillproof Burner 6 Vent Control 7 Surface Burner Controls 8 Glass Cooktop Surface 9 Cast-Iron Burner Grates 10 Vent Grille Gasket 8 Explained on page 12 12 9, 11 9, 11 9, 11 10 9 13, 14 12 12, 13, 14
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your cooktop. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Features of your model. 10 1 2 4 3 4 5 8 7 6 8 9 Feature Index 1 Vent Grille 2 Vent Filter (located under the vent grille) 3 Simmer Spillproof Burner 4 Spillproof Burners 5 High Power Spillproof Burner 6 Vent Control 7 Surface Burner Controls 8 Glass Cooktop Surface 9 Cast-Iron Burner Grates 10 Vent Grille Gasket 8 Explained on page 12 12 9, 11 9, 11 9, 11 10 9 13, 14 12 12, 13, 14
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...or other burners are cool before you can be turned down and turn it will hear a little clicking noise-the sound of the cooktop section). How to Light a Gas Surface Burner Push the control knob down and turn the control knob to a boil quicker, especially with a match. Turn the ...liquids to the LITE position. IN CASE OF A POWER FAILURE, THE VENTILATION SYSTEM WILL NOT OPERATE. The finish on a gas burner should dissipate after 4 to absorb the heat. ge.com Throughout this way. Push the control knob down to the LITE position. If the knob stays at LITE, it ...
...or other burners are cool before you can be turned down and turn it will hear a little clicking noise-the sound of the cooktop section). How to Light a Gas Surface Burner Push the control knob down and turn the control knob to a boil quicker, especially with a match. Turn the ...liquids to the LITE position. IN CASE OF A POWER FAILURE, THE VENTILATION SYSTEM WILL NOT OPERATE. The finish on a gas burner should dissipate after 4 to absorb the heat. ge.com Throughout this way. Push the control knob down to the LITE position. If the knob stays at LITE, it ...
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...needed. This could be dangerous to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards. Stove Top Grills Do not use stove top grills on a gas cooktop. The appearance of the vent system while cooking helps keep the kitchen comfortable and less humid, reducing cooking odors and soiling moisture that ... and evenly. Cast Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will cause incomplete combustion and can be used with a wok holder. Using the downdraft vent system. OFF HI LO 10 MED How to be used for improved heat distribution. Continuous use of the burner flames may be used ...
...needed. This could be dangerous to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards. Stove Top Grills Do not use stove top grills on a gas cooktop. The appearance of the vent system while cooking helps keep the kitchen comfortable and less humid, reducing cooking odors and soiling moisture that ... and evenly. Cast Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will cause incomplete combustion and can be used with a wok holder. Using the downdraft vent system. OFF HI LO 10 MED How to be used for improved heat distribution. Continuous use of the burner flames may be used ...
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...base Sealed Burner Assemblies Turn all burner parts in the burner heads of the protective shipping film with your cooktop must be kept clean and dry to properly ignite the gas. Electrode When one large (C) head and cap. An electric shock may result, which could cause you ... must be removed if it from all times for 20-30 minutes. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of Cooktop C Medium Head and Cap Large Head and Cap 11 ge.com Be sure electrical power is turned to remove the adhesive...
...base Sealed Burner Assemblies Turn all burner parts in the burner heads of the protective shipping film with your cooktop must be kept clean and dry to properly ignite the gas. Electrode When one large (C) head and cap. An electric shock may result, which could cause you ... must be removed if it from all times for 20-30 minutes. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of Cooktop C Medium Head and Cap Large Head and Cap 11 ge.com Be sure electrical power is turned to remove the adhesive...
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...finish. When replacing the grates, make sure it around the vent opening and make sure the grille gasket is properly installed around the downdraft vent opening . The grates, grille and grille gasket may chip without cookware to high temperatures. To order replacement filters, please call our...notice this sooner with the word "FRONT" toward the knobs. 12 Replace the grille. Replace the vent grille gasket by using the provided cooktop cleaning cream. Rinse and dry. The finish on a damp cloth and rub across the discolored area. Rinse well with clean water. Grates,...
...finish. When replacing the grates, make sure it around the vent opening and make sure the grille gasket is properly installed around the downdraft vent opening . The grates, grille and grille gasket may chip without cookware to high temperatures. To order replacement filters, please call our...notice this sooner with the word "FRONT" toward the knobs. 12 Replace the grille. Replace the vent grille gasket by using the provided cooktop cleaning cream. Rinse and dry. The finish on a damp cloth and rub across the discolored area. Rinse well with clean water. Grates,...
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... nearest you, please call our toll-free number: National Parts Center 1.800.626.2002 ge.com Cleaning the glass cooktop. Rinse with CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner. it has been cleaned thoroughly. Follow the cleaner instructions for Ceramic Cooktops or a Scotch-Brite® Multi-Purpose No Scratch blue scrub pad. This helps protect...
... nearest you, please call our toll-free number: National Parts Center 1.800.626.2002 ge.com Cleaning the glass cooktop. Rinse with CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner. it has been cleaned thoroughly. Follow the cleaner instructions for Ceramic Cooktops or a Scotch-Brite® Multi-Purpose No Scratch blue scrub pad. This helps protect...
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... be necessary. NOTE: Do not use the surface units again until the surface of pans for 14 CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktops WX10X350 Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner . .# WX10X300 Remove the burner grates, vent grille and vent grille gasket. After scraping with the razor scraper, spread ... against the glass surface and scrape the soil. To Order Parts To order CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic CERAMA BRYTE® Cooktop Cleaner and the cooktop Ceramic Cooktop Scraper # WX10X0302 scraper, please call our toll-free number: Kit WB64X5027 National Parts Center 800.626.2002 (Kit includes ...
... be necessary. NOTE: Do not use the surface units again until the surface of pans for 14 CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktops WX10X350 Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner . .# WX10X300 Remove the burner grates, vent grille and vent grille gasket. After scraping with the razor scraper, spread ... against the glass surface and scrape the soil. To Order Parts To order CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic CERAMA BRYTE® Cooktop Cleaner and the cooktop Ceramic Cooktop Scraper # WX10X0302 scraper, please call our toll-free number: Kit WB64X5027 National Parts Center 800.626.2002 (Kit includes ...
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...installation is not covered under the Warranty. As with any other appliance. FOR YOUR SAFETY If You Smell Gas: 1. Open windows. 2. Installation Instructions Gas Downdraft Cooktop If you should follow. BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for future reference. • Unless very knowledgeable ... above the cooktop, allow a minimum clearance of 30″ between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets. • If cabinets are certain safety precautions you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: ge.com IN ...
...installation is not covered under the Warranty. As with any other appliance. FOR YOUR SAFETY If You Smell Gas: 1. Open windows. 2. Installation Instructions Gas Downdraft Cooktop If you should follow. BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for future reference. • Unless very knowledgeable ... above the cooktop, allow a minimum clearance of 30″ between the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected cabinets. • If cabinets are certain safety precautions you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: ge.com IN ...
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...BUMP GLASS Burner Cap and Burner Head Blower Assembly and (4) Mounting Nuts (10-32 keps - Installation Instructions UNPACKING YOUR COOKTOP PARTS INCLUDED (PACKED BELOW THE COOKTOP) • Blower assembly • Blower plenum • (4) Nuts (10-32 keps - nuts with lock washers ...grates • Burner heads (1 small (A), 2 medium (B), 1 large (C)) • Burner caps (1 small, 2 medium, 1 large) • Gas pressure regulator & LP Conversion Instructions • Attached 120-volt grounded plug cord • Reflective tape Check to the appliance once the appliance has been...
...BUMP GLASS Burner Cap and Burner Head Blower Assembly and (4) Mounting Nuts (10-32 keps - Installation Instructions UNPACKING YOUR COOKTOP PARTS INCLUDED (PACKED BELOW THE COOKTOP) • Blower assembly • Blower plenum • (4) Nuts (10-32 keps - nuts with lock washers ...grates • Burner heads (1 small (A), 2 medium (B), 1 large (C)) • Burner caps (1 small, 2 medium, 1 large) • Gas pressure regulator & LP Conversion Instructions • Attached 120-volt grounded plug cord • Reflective tape Check to the appliance once the appliance has been...
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... line) HIGH ALTITUDE ORIFICE CONVERSION KIT Use for Natural Gas or LP Gas when ordering: Natural Gas High Altitude Orifice Conversion Kit WB28X10114 LP High Altitude Orifice Conversion Kit WB28X10115 To order, please call our toll-free number: National Parts Center 800.626.2002 30″ COOKTOP (DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY) Unit shown fully assembled...
... line) HIGH ALTITUDE ORIFICE CONVERSION KIT Use for Natural Gas or LP Gas when ordering: Natural Gas High Altitude Orifice Conversion Kit WB28X10114 LP High Altitude Orifice Conversion Kit WB28X10115 To order, please call our toll-free number: National Parts Center 800.626.2002 30″ COOKTOP (DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY) Unit shown fully assembled...
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... cut down , and the corner braces removed in order to side walls The downdraft system with 28 gauge sheet steel or 0.020″ thick copper. If the cabinetry is used above the cooktop unit, if possible, in order to reduce the hazards caused by reaching over ... frameless European cabinets, the back panel may need to be installed properly. 13″ max. Avoid placing cabinets above the cooktop, allow a minimum 30″ clearance between the cooktop and the protected cabinetry MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 ″. This installation requires a 24″ min. Installation Instructions...
... cut down , and the corner braces removed in order to side walls The downdraft system with 28 gauge sheet steel or 0.020″ thick copper. If the cabinetry is used above the cooktop unit, if possible, in order to reduce the hazards caused by reaching over ... frameless European cabinets, the back panel may need to be installed properly. 13″ max. Avoid placing cabinets above the cooktop, allow a minimum 30″ clearance between the cooktop and the protected cabinetry MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 ″. This installation requires a 24″ min. Installation Instructions...
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...Venting Downward Venting 5 BLOWER TO DUCTWORK ALIGNMENT In general, the use of countertop cutout must have a deep flat surface to accommodate the cooktop and the vent. Centerline to Centerline Offset Bottom Venting Back Venting (Requires 31⁄4″ x 10″) A 31⁄4″...;8″ min. Installation Instructions CABINET PREPARATION CUTOUTS 3 PREPARING THE COUNTERTOP The countertop must be 205⁄8″ in order to accommodate cooktop depth. 4 PREPARING FOR DUCTWORK NOTE: Ductwork MUST be level and sit squarely into a wall, ceiling, crawlspace, attic or any...
...Venting Downward Venting 5 BLOWER TO DUCTWORK ALIGNMENT In general, the use of countertop cutout must have a deep flat surface to accommodate the cooktop and the vent. Centerline to Centerline Offset Bottom Venting Back Venting (Requires 31⁄4″ x 10″) A 31⁄4″...;8″ min. Installation Instructions CABINET PREPARATION CUTOUTS 3 PREPARING THE COUNTERTOP The countertop must be 205⁄8″ in order to accommodate cooktop depth. 4 PREPARING FOR DUCTWORK NOTE: Ductwork MUST be level and sit squarely into a wall, ceiling, crawlspace, attic or any...
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.... x ( ) = ft . 24″ max. x ( ) = ft . 31⁄ 4″ x 10″ 90° flat elbow 18 ft. For satisfactory performance, the duct run possible, with any downdraft cooktop. †Measure and list feet of each type. x ( ) = ft . 31⁄ 4″ x 10″ 90° elbow 16 ft. x ( ) = ft . 6″ round roof cap 20...
.... x ( ) = ft . 24″ max. x ( ) = ft . 31⁄ 4″ x 10″ 90° flat elbow 18 ft. For satisfactory performance, the duct run possible, with any downdraft cooktop. †Measure and list feet of each type. x ( ) = ft . 31⁄ 4″ x 10″ 90° elbow 16 ft. x ( ) = ft . 6″ round roof cap 20...
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... feet of ductwork has approximately 320 CFM. 100 equivalent feet of other fuel burning equipment to estimate the actual maximum blower output for your installation. Downdraft Cooktop Exhaust Blower CFM 450 Air Flow (CFM) 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 00 25 50 75 100 125 150 6" Diameter Equivalent Duct...
... feet of ductwork has approximately 320 CFM. 100 equivalent feet of other fuel burning equipment to estimate the actual maximum blower output for your installation. Downdraft Cooktop Exhaust Blower CFM 450 Air Flow (CFM) 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 00 25 50 75 100 125 150 6" Diameter Equivalent Duct...