GE JP385 Bedienungsanleitung

Us e and Care & Installation G uide “Select-Top” Built-In Modular Downdraft Cooktop GE Appliances Safety Instructions .................... 4, 5 Operating Instructions, Tips Coil Surface Unit Module................... 10, 11 Controls ............................................................ 9 Cooktop Comparison............................[...]

HELP US HELP YOU… IF YOU NEED SER VICE… Before using your cooktop, r ead this guide car efully . It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new cooktop properly . Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, call: GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 24 hours a day , 7 days a week W r[...]

Modules and Accessories Modules and Accessories Coil Surface Unit JXDC41–Brushed Chrome JXDC43– Black Porcelain Enamel JXDC44– White Porcelain Enamel This module has one 6 ″ and one 8 ″ coil surface unit. The surface units and drip pans are removable for cleaning. Radiant Module JXDR46VB–Black Radiant 208V (JP387) JXDR46VW–White Radia[...]

IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions befor e using this appliance. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: • Use this cooktop only for its intended use as described in this use and care guide. • Be sure your appliance is pr operly installed and grounded by a qualif[...]

Important Safety Instructions • Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, earthenware or other glazed containers ar e suitable for cooktop service; others may break because of the sudden change in temperature. • Only the grill grate and the griddle accessory plate may be placed over the grill heating element. • T o minimize the possibility [...]

FEA TURES OF YOUR COOKTOP 6 13 14 12 11 10 15 8 9 1 12 13 11 10 15 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Model: JP385 Model: JP389 (208v) Model: JP387 (208v) 14[...]

7 Featur es of Y our Cooktop 1 Radiant Surface Unit Module 3, 5, 8, 12–14, 27 2 Griddle Plate Accessory 3, 4, Use with the Grill Module heating element and reflector pan. 18–20, 25 3 Grill Grate 4, 14–17, Part of the Grill Module. Use with the heating element 25 and the reflector pan. 4 Grill Heating Element 5, 14–17, Part of the Grill Modu[...]

8 HOW DOES THIS COOKT OP COMP ARE T O YOUR OLD ONE? T ype of Cooktop Description How it W orks Radiant Electric coils Heat travels to the glass surface and then to the cookware, so pans must be flat on (Glass Ceramic) under a glass- the bottom for good cooking results. The glass cooktop stays hot enough to Cooktop ceramic cooktop. continue cooking [...]

9 Cooktop Comparison Contr ols CONTROLS Surface Cooking With Infinite Heat Contr ols At both OFF and HI the control “clicks” into position. Y ou may hear slight “clicking” sounds during cooking, indicating the control is keeping the unit at the heat level you set. Switching heats to a higher setting always shows a quicker change than switch[...]

COIL SURF ACE UNIT MODULE How to Insert the Module 1. Be sure the controls are turned to OFF . T o install the module, position the plug to the outside wall of the cooktop. 2. Slide the module toward the outlet in the side of the cooktop until the plug is pushed all the way in. 3. Lower the inside edge of the module into the cooktop until it is flu[...]

Questions and Answers Q. Can I cover my drip pans with foil? A. No. Clean as recommended in the Care and Cleaning section. Q. Can I use special cooking equipment, like an oriental wok, on any surface units? A. Cookware without flat surfaces is not recommended. The life of the module surface units can be shortened and the cooktop can be damaged from[...]

12 RADIANT MODULE How to Insert the Module 1. Be sure the controls are turned to OFF . T o install the module, position the plug to the outside wall of the cooktop. 2. Slide the module toward the outlet in the side of the cooktop until the plug is pushed all the way in. 3. Lower the inside edge of the module into the cooktop until it is flush with [...]

13 The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance. Stainless Steel: highly r ecommended Especially good with a sandwich clad bottom. The sandwich bottom combines the benefits of stainless steel (appearance, durability and stability) with the advantages of aluminum or copper (heat conduction, even heat distr[...]

RADIANT MODULE (continued) CAUTION • Never cook directly on the glass. Always use cookware. • Always place the pan in the center of the surface unit you are cooking on. • Do not slide cookware across the cooktop because it can scratch the glass— the glass is scratch resistant, not scratch pr oof. • Do not use the surface as a cutting boar[...]

15 Removing the Grill Module When removing the parts of the grill module to clean, be sure all switches are in the OFF position and the module is cool. Remove the grill grate and then slide the heating element toward the center of the cooktop until it is unplugged. Remove the reflector pan. Empty grease collector jar when cool. Be sure to replace t[...]

16 GRILL MODULE (continued) Grill Tips • Do not leave the grill unattended while in use. • Be sure to preheat according to the cooking guide. • Make sure the grease collector jar and the reflector pan are clean and in place before using the grill. • Remove grease from the grease collector jar after each use to avoid spillovers. • The grat[...]

17 GRILL COOKING GUIDE Do not leave cooktop unattended during “pr eheat” (knobs turned to HI) or any time the knobs are turned to HI with food on the grill. 1 . Preheat 5 minutes before grilling. Refer to the setting in the guide for a particular food. 2. T rim excess fat from the meat. 3. Before cooking steaks, slash fat around edges to preven[...]

18 GRIDDLE ACCESSOR Y Y ou must have the grill module to use the griddle accessory . Y our non-stick coated griddle provides an extra-large cooking surface for meats, pancakes, or other food usually prepared in a frying pan or electric skillet. W ARNING: Do not use griddle modules JXDD43 or JXDD46 with these cooktops. How to Insert the Griddle Acce[...]

19 Griddle Accessory How to Set The Griddle Controls The control knob must be pushed in to turn; this prevents the heating element from being turned on accidentally . Push the knob in only when it is in the OFF position. When the knob is in any other position, it can be turned without pushing it in. Front and r ear sections of the griddle heating e[...]

20 GRIDDLE ACCESSOR Y (continued) Questions and Answers Q. Can my griddle be switched to the other side of the cooktop where it would be mor e convenient for me? A. Y our interchangeable cooktop modules can be used on either the right or left side of the cooktop (on some models). When inserting or removing a module, take care not to force the conne[...]

21 HOME CANNING TIPS Canning should be done on the Coil Surface Units or the Radiant Units only . Pots that extend beyond 1 inch of the surface unit are not recommended for most surface cooking. However , when canning with a water -bath or pressure canner , larger - diameter cookware may be used. This is because boiling water temperatures (even und[...]

22 COOKT OP VENT SYSTEM The blower comes on automatically when the grill or griddle is turned on and turns off automatically when the grill or griddle is turned of f. If the vent is turned on using the knob, the blower will not turn off automatically and must be turned off using the knob. The built-in vent system helps remove cooking vapors, odors [...]

23 CARE AND CLEANING NOTE: Let cooktop parts cool before touching or handling. Proper care and cleaning are important so your cooktop will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for your cooktop to assure safe and proper maintenance. Porcelain Enamel Finish (on some models) Brushed Chrome Finish (on[...]

24 CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Cooktop T ub W ipe out tub with hot soapy water— or a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad. Rinse with a damp cloth. Make sure the drain hole is not blocked. Clean with a cotton swab or toothpick. V ent System Before cleaning the vent grille, be sure exhaust blower is shut off. T o clean the vent grille , remove it[...]

25 Car e and Cleaning Grill Module T o remove: • Lift off the grill grate. • Unplug the heating element. Do not attempt to clean the heating element. T o replace: • Place the reflector pan in the cooktop tub with the hole for the plug-in towards the outside of the cooktop. • Plug in the heating element. • Place the grill or griddle grate [...]

26 CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Coil Surface Unit Module Clean the area surr ounding the surface units according to either the Brushed Chrome or Porcelain section (depending on your model). T o clean the surface units, turn the control to the highest setting for a minute. The coils will burn off any soil. CAUTION • Be sure all contr ols are turn[...]

Car e and Cleaning Radiant Module–Glass Ceramic Cooktop Cleaning Cleaning of glass ceramic cooktops is different from cleaning a standard porcelain finish. T o maintain and protect the surface of your new glass ceramic cooktop follow these basic steps. Before using your module for the first time, clean it with the recommended cleaning creme. This[...]

28 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Requirements CAUTION: FOR PERSONAL SAFETY , REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLA TION. This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency , as listed in these Installalation Instr uctions, and connected to an individual, properly gr ounded branch circuit, protect[...]

29 Step 2 Preparing the Base Cabinet This cooktop is designed to fit easily into a variety of cabinets. However , some cabinets may require modifications. Preparing a cabinet that is against a wall In some cabinets, the sides may need to be scooped or cut down 2 ″ as shown, and the cor ner braces removed in or der to accommodate the unit. In 75 c[...]

30 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Step 5A Blower to Ductwork Alignment In general, the use of flexible ducting is discouraged because it can cause severely restricted air flow . However , if the blower outlet and the floor or wall duct location do NOT align well, then flexible METAL ducting can be used to adapt to an of fset. Good alignmen[...]

31 Select downward or wall venting. To conver t blower exhaust direction, r emove four nuts inside the plenum which hold blower and wire finger guard. Remove blower and r otate so that exhaust faces downward or r ear direction, as needed. Replace wire finger guar d and nuts. Retighten nuts. Blower exhaust direction can be adjusted slightly while in[...]

32 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Equivalent Number Equivalent Duct Pieces Length* x Used = Length 5 ″ round to 3 1 ⁄ 4 ″ x 10 ″ transition 90° elbow 37 ft. x ( ) = ft. 6 ″ round to 3 1 ⁄ 4 ″ x 10 ″ transition 90° elbow 20 ft. x ( ) = ft. 3 1 ⁄ 4 ″ x 10 ″ to 6 ″ round transition 5 ft. x ( ) = ft. 3 1 ⁄ 4 ″ x 1[...]

33 T ighten the clamping screw until the clamping tab is fully seated against the wire compar tment. Complete the rest of the installation obser ving local codes (see Steps 9 and 10). When complete reinstall the wir e compar tment cover . Step 8 Installing the Cooktop Remove grease jar(s) fr om beneath cooktop to avoid breakage. Remove vent grille [...]

34 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 4-Conductor Branch Circuit When connecting cooktop to a 4-conductor circuit, connect the r ed leads of the cooktop and the power supply to the branch circuit r ed lead; connect the black leads to each other . Separate the green and white leads of the cooktop. Connect cooktop white lead to the power supply [...]

35 QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOL VER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE MODULES ARE • Difficulty may be in the main distribution panel of your house, caused by a NOT FUNCTIONING blown circuit fuse, a tripped circuit breaker , the main fuse or the main circuit PROPERL Y breaker , depending on nature of the power supply . If a circuit breaker is involved, re[...]

36 PROBLEM SOL VER (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE TINY SCRA TCHES • Incorrect cleaning methods have been used, cookware with rough bottoms has (may appear as cracks) OR been used, or coarse particles (salt or sand) were between the cookware and the ABRASIONS ON RADIANT surface of cooktop. Use recommended cleaning procedures, be sure cookware [...]

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WHA T IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR W ARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the cooktop that fails because of a manufacturing defect. This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for[...]