GE PP989TNWW Support Question
GE PP989TNWW Support Question
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Question posted by fujiokah001 on October 27th, 2011
Glass Top Range Will Not Boil Water In Larger Pots Model#jbs55dm4ww
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Related GE PP989TNWW Manual Pages
Use and Care Manual - Page 1
Radiant Downdraft
Cooktop
GEAppliances.com
Safety Instructions 2-5
Operating Instructions
Bridge Burner 8 Cooktop Vent System 8 Cookware Tips 9 Dual Surface Unit 8 Features of Your Cooktop 6 Surface Units 7, 8 Temperature Limiter 8
Care and Cleaning
Control Knobs 10 Glass Cooktop 11, 12 Vent Filter and Chamber 10 Vent System 10
Installation Instructions
Ductwork 17-20, 24 Electrical ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 2
...electric shock or injury to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors. If you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you have questions, contact the manufacturer.
Do not use to persons, observe the following: A. D.
Do not use this unit with your downdraft cooktop...this manual. C. WARNING - DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels-a violent steam explosion will result...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3
...cooktop.
■ Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments while using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should not be followed, including the following:
■ Be sure your cooktop.
■ Use only dry pot holders-moist or damp pot holders on the cooktop...or, if available, by a qualified technician in use water on a surface unit by covering with local codes and ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 4
.... Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fire.
■ Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, earthenware or other flammable materials contact the surface units or areas nearby the surface ... pan size-Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to burn even though they are suitable for cooktop cooking; Wait until the fat is added.
■ If a combination of undersized cookware will...
Use and Care Manual - Page 5
...cooktop and the pan.
■ Do not allow water, other liquids or grease to remain on clothing.
■ Large scratches or impacts to glass cooktops can produce noxious fumes if applied to broken or shattered glass... carefully. The glass surface of electrical shock. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
GEAppliances.com
RADIANT SURFACE UNITS
Use care when touching the cooktop. Doing so ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6
... surface unit) Dual Surface Unit Control Right Rear Surface Unit Control Surface Unit On Indicator Light
6
Feature Index (Features and appearance may vary from your model. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary)
Left Rear Surface Unit Bridge Surface Unit Left Front Surface Unit Vent Grille Vent Filter (below the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7
...remain on the glass. Never cook directly on until
it has cooled completely.
■ Water stains (mineral ... control for the cooking zones to a boil faster, use cookware. To bring liquids ...cooktop features heating units beneath a smooth glass surface. OFF CENTER
NOTE: A slight odor is normal when a new cooktop is cooled to maintain your selected control setting. NOTE: On models...
Use and Care Manual - Page 8
...the elements off while cooking if: ■ The pan boils dry ■ The pan bottom is not flat. ■...larger circle. To use the small (6-inch) surface unit, turn the vent fan speed control knob to and select the desired setting.
To operate the downdraft...reducing cooking odors and soiling moisture that protects the glass cooktop from getting too hot.
All radiant surface elements ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9
...appear as the cooktop is covered completely with rounded, curved, ridged or warped bottoms are using a straight edge. However, do not let these pots boil dry. Stainless Steel:
recommended
Glass-Ceramic:
usable...enamel, this cookware is smaller or larger than the surface unit. Do not place wet pans on the cooktop, but can bond to glass cooktops.
May scratch the surface. Selecting...
Use and Care Manual - Page 10
...to ensure proper placement.
Be sure electrical power is baked on some models)
Do not use any part of the protective shipping film with soap and water.
Do not use abrasive cleaners;...position to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape
Carefully grasp a corner of the cooktop. To inquire about purchasing stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish, or to soak....
Use and Care Manual - Page 11
... are available through our Parts Center. GEAppliances.com
Shake the cleaning cream well.
Use CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner.
NOTE: Do not use CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on next page. Cleaning the glass cooktop.
Clean your cooktop after all residue has been removed, polish the entire surface with CERAMA BRYTE® Ceramic...
Use and Care Manual - Page 12
....
WARNING: Carefully check
the bottom of pans for Ceramic Cooktops.
If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum or copper are allowed to boil dry, the overlay may be left until all surface units.
NOTE: If pitting or indentation in the glass surface has already occurred, the cooktop glass will be replaced. In this case, service will...
Use and Care Manual - Page 14
...NOT LIFT FROM VENT OPENING or bump glass
C AUTION: GLASS IS FRAGILE DO NOT
BUMP EDGE OF GLASS DURING INSTALLATION
Blower Assembly and (4) ...models)
Check to the appliance once the appliance has been turned on control knobs (if applicable), adhesive tape, wire ties, cardboard and protective plastic. Installation Instructions
UNPACKING YOUR COOKTOP
Parts Included (packed below the cooktop...
Use and Care Manual - Page 15
... must use with local codes and properly insulated. Latest Edition, governing electric range installations, must be made in these Installation Instructions, and connected to ... frequency, as listed in accordance with aluminum wiring must be used.
30" Cooktop (Dimensions for governing electrical codes and ordinances.
Installation Instructions
PREPARATION
Tools and Materials You Will Need...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16
...modifications. If cabinetry is used above the cooktop, allow a minimum 30" clearance between side edges of unprotected overhead cabinets
30" min. Run conductors from countertop to...electrical codes. clearance from cutout to the installation instructions packed with 28 gauge sheet steel or 0.020" thick copper.
Avoid placing cabinets above the cooktop.
Clearance between the cooktop...
Use and Care Manual - Page 18
....
Venting performance is used .
x ( ) =
ft.
5" round
wall cap
with any downdraft cooktop.
†M easure and list feet of each type. x ( ) =
ft.
6" round
roof... 100 feet.
If flexible metal ducting is improved by using larger diameter duct. Installation Instructions
Ductwork calculations
Calculate Total Equivalent Ductwork Length...
Use and Care Manual - Page 21
Remove the shipping block from the downdraft vent opening and place it will not stay in place.
• D o not place foam ...gasket tape greatly increases the potential of the cooktop glass as shown. Note: On stainless steel model PP989S, apply the foam tape around the outer edge of the glass only on the bottom side of breaking the cooktop glass when installing, especially in Corian® or...
Use and Care Manual - Page 28
... exterior wall cap damper door for replacement. Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Water won't boil
• Cover pan with a lid.
• Turn the downdraft fan OFF until the water begins to the surface
Hot cooktop came into • See the Glass surface-potential for permaent damage contact with these section in any
other position...
Use and Care Manual - Page 31
... charge or you may also have serial number and model number available when calling for service. All...than the recommended cleaning creams and pads.
■ Damage to the glass cooktop caused by hardened spills of cleaners other rights which fails due to... state consumer affairs office or your home.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of...
Quick Specs - Page 3
...A smooth and seamless cooktop surface makes
cleaning quick and easy • Model PP989TNWW - Powerful exhaust system effectively pulls smoke
and steam out of the kitchen • Frameless Design - Accomodates various-size pots or pans
and 3,000 watts of power speeds the boiling process • Three Speed Downdraft Fan - PP989DN
GE Profile™ 30" Downdraft Electric Cooktop
Features and...
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