GE General Electric Cooktop JP626 User Manual

GE Appliances

Owner’s Manual

JP326

JP626

Part No. 164D3333P116 Pub. No. 49-8880 2-98 CG

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or

explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

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■Use this appliance only for its intended use ■CAUTION: Items of interest to children

as described in this manual.

should not be stored in cabinets above

a cooktop— children climbing on the

cooktop to reach items could be seriously

injured.

■Do not attempt to repair or replace any

part of your cooktop unless it is specifically

recommended in this manual. All other

servicing should be referred to a qualified

technician.

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■Always keep combustible wall covering,

curtains or drapes a safe distance from

your cooktop.

■Before performing any service, disconnect

the cooktop power supply at the household ■Always keep dish towels, dish cloths, pot

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distribution panel by removing the fuse or

switching off the circuit breaker.

holders and other linens a safe distance

away from your cooktop.

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■Be sure your appliance is properly installed ■Always keep wooden and plastic utensils

and grounded by a qualified technician in

accordance with the provided installation

instructions.

and canned food a safe distance away

from your cooktop.

■Never wear loose-fitting or hanging

garments while using the appliance.

Flammable material could be ignited if

brought in contact with hot surface units

and may cause severe burns.

■Have the installer show you the location of

the circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy

reference.

■Do not leave children alone—children

should not be left alone or unattended in

an area where an appliance is in use. They

should never be allowed to sit or stand on

any part of the appliance.

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■Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp

pot holders on hot surfaces may result in

burns from steam. Do not let pot holders

touch hot surface units. Do not use a towel

or other bulky cloth. Such cloths can catch

fire on a hot surface unit.

■Teach children not to play with the

controls or any other part of the cooktop.

■Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or

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hang on the cooktop.

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WHEN COOKING PORK…

When cooking pork, follow the directions exactly and always cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least

170°F. This assures that, in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat, it will be killed and

the meat will be safe to eat.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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WARNING!

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

■For your safety, never use your appliance

■Always turn the surface unit control to off

before removing the cookware.

for warming or heating the room.

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■Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick ■To avoid the possibility of a burn or electric

up a flaming pan. Turn the controls off.

Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by

covering the pan completely with well

fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a

multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type

extinguisher.

shock, always be certain that the controls

for all surface units are at off position and

all coils are cool before attempting to lift or

remove the unit.

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■Do not immerse or soak removable surface

units. Do not put them in a dishwasher.

■Flaming grease outside a pan can be put

out by covering with baking soda or, if

available, by using a multi-purpose dry

chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.

■Use proper pan size—Select cookware

having flat bottoms large enough to cover

the surface unit heating element. The use

of undersized cookware will expose a

portion of the surface unit to direct contact

and may result in ignition of clothing.

Proper relationship of cookware to burner

will also improve efficiency.

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■When flaming foods are under the hood,

turn the fan off. The fan, if operating, may

spread the flames.

■Do not let cooking grease or other

flammable materials accumulate on the

cooktop.

■Never leave surface units unattended at

high heat settings. Boilovers cause smoking

and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire.

■Do not touch surface units. These surfaces

may be hot enough to burn even though

they are dark in color. During and after

use, do not touch, or let clothing or other

flammable materials contact the surface

units or areas nearby the surface units;

allow sufficient time for cooling first.

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■Be sure the drip pans are not covered and

are in place. Their absence during cooking

could damage cooktop parts and wiring.

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■Do not use aluminum foil to line the drip

pans. Misuse could result in a shock, fire

hazard or damage to the cooktop.

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■Potentially hot surfaces include the

cooktop and areas facing the cooktop.

■To minimize the possibility of burns,

ignition of flammable materials and

spillage, the handle of a container

should be turned toward the center of

the cooktop without extending over any

nearby surface units.

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■Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic,

earthenware or other glazed containers are

suitable for cooktop cooking; others may

break because of the sudden change in

temperature.

■Do not store flammable materials near

the cooktop.

■Keep the hood and grease filters clean to

maintain good venting and to avoid grease

fires.

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■Never clean the cooktop surface when it is

hot. Some cleaners produce noxious fumes

and wet cloths could cause steam burns if

used on a hot surface.

■Do not store or use combustible materials,

gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any

appliance.

■Keep an eye on foods being fried at high

or medium high heat settings.

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■Clean only parts listed in this Owner’s

Manual.

■Foods for frying should be as dry as

possible. Frost on frozen foods or moisture

on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble

up and over the sides of the pan.

■Do not leave paper products, cooking

utensils or food on the cooktop when not

in use.

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■Keep cooktop clean and free of

accumulation of grease or spillovers which

may ignite.

■Use little fat for effective shallow or deep-fat

frying. Filling the pan too full of fat can

cause spillovers when food is added.

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■Never heat unopened food containers.

Pressure buildup may make container

burst and cause injury.

■If a combination of oils or fats will be used

in frying, stir together before heating, or as

fats melt slowly.

■Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings on

or near your cooktop.

■Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats.

■Use a deep fat thermometer whenever

possible to prevent overheating fat beyond

the smoking point.

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■Never try to move a pan of hot fat,

especially a deep fat fryer. Wait until the

fat is cool.

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Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Using the surface units.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

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How to Set

Push the knob in and turn in either

direction to the setting you want.

The control must be pushed in to set only

from the OFF position. When the control

is in any position other than OFF, it may

be rotated without pushing it in.

At both OFF and HI the control clicks

into position. You may hear slight clicking

sounds during cooking, indicating the

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An indicator light will glow when any

control is keeping the power level you set. surface unit is on.

Be sure you turn the control knob to OFF

when you finish cooking.

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Surface Cookware Tips

Use medium- or heavy-weight cookware.

For best cooking results, pans should be

Aluminum cookware conducts heat faster flat on the bottom. Match the size of the

than other metals. Cast-iron and coated

cast-iron cookware are slow to absorb

heat, but generally cook evenly at low to

medium heat settings. Steel pans may

cook unevenly if not combined with other

metals.

saucepan to the size of the surface unit.

The pan should not extend over the edge

of the surface unit more than 1 inch.

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Not over 1 inch.

Wok Cooking

We recommend that you use only a flat-bottomed Placing the ring over the surface unit will

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wok. They are available at your local retail store.

cause a build-up of heat that will damage

the porcelain cooktop. Do not try to use

such woks without the ring. You could be

seriously burned if the wok tipped over.

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Do not use woks that have support rings.

Use of these types of woks, with or

without the ring in place, can be

dangerous.

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Use only flat-bottomed woks.

Deep Fat Frying

Do not overfill cookware with fat that may Watch food frying at high temperatures.

spill over when adding food. Frosty foods

bubble vigorously.

Keep cooktop and hood clean from

grease.

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Care and cleaning of the cooktop.

Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop.

How to Remove Packaging Tape

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To assure no damage is done to the finish Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak.

of the product, the safest way to remove

the adhesive left from packaging tape on

new appliances is an application of a

household liquid dishwashing detergent,

mineral oil or cooking oil.

Wipe dry and then apply an appliance

polish to thoroughly clean and protect

the surface.

NOTE: The plastic tape must be removed from all

chrome trim. It cannot be removed if it is baked on.

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Glass Control Panel

The glass control panel on your cooktop has been

tempered to withstand sudden temperature

changes during cooking. Give it the normal care

you would give any glass material.

If the glass is hot, wipe up spills with a dry

cloth or paper towel. When the surface

has cooled, wash, rinse and dry it.

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Alternately, when the glass is cool, spray it

with glass or window cleaner. Avoid the

use of cleaning powders or harsh

While it is impact-resistant, avoid

scratching it to prevent it from shattering.

abrasives that may scratch the surface.

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Control Knobs

Molded rib

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The control knobs may be removed for easier

cleaning.

The knob has a groove in each side. The

groove on one side has a spring clip. The

other groove is clear. Check the inside of

the knob and find the molded rib.

Before removing the knobs for

cleaning, please note that the knobs

are in the OFF position. When replacing

the knobs, check the OFF position to

insure proper placement.

Wash knobs in soap and water but do not

soak. Avoid getting water down into the

knob stem holes.

Spring

clip

Clear groove

Replace the knob by fitting the molded

rib inside the knob into the clear groove

on the stem.

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Brushed Chrome Cooktop (on some models)

Clean the brushed chrome top with

warm, soapy water or Bon Ami® brand

cleanser. Rinse and immediately dry it

with a clean, soft cloth. Take care to dry

the surface following the “grain.”

To help prevent finger marks after

cleaning, spread a thin film of baby oil on

the surface or a chrome protectant may

be used to help reduce spotting or

fingerprinting. Wipe away excess oil with

a clean, soft cloth.

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Care and cleaning of the cooktop.

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Surface Units

Surface unit

To clean the surface units, turn the

control to the highest setting for a

minute. The coils will burn off any soil.

To replace a surface unit:

Replace the drip pan into the recess in

the cooktop. Make sure the opening in

the pan lines up with the receptacle.

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To remove a surface unit:

Drip pan

Receptacle

To remove the drip pans for cleaning, the Insert the terminals of the surface unit

surface units must be removed first.

through the opening in the drip pan and

into the receptacle.

Lift the surface unit about 1 inch above

the drip pan and pull it out.

Guide the surface unit into place so it

rests evenly.

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Do not lift the surface unit more than 1

inch. If you do, it may not lie flat on the

drip pan when you plug it back in.

Do not immerse the surface units in liquids of

any kind.

Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher.

Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals.

Repeated lifting of the surface unit more

than 1 inch above the drip pan can

permanently damage the receptacle.

Do not attempt to clean, adjust or in any way

repair the plug-in receptacle.

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Drip Pans

Remove the surface units. Then lift out

the drip pans.

The drip pans may also be cleaned in a

dishwasher.

Clean the area under the drip pans

often. Built-up soil, especially grease,

may catch fire.

For best results, clean the drip pans by

hand. Place them in a covered container

(or a plastic bag) with 1/4 cup ammonia

to loosen the soil. Then scrub with a soap-

filled scouring pad if necessary. Rinse

with clean water and polish with a clean

soft cloth.

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Do not cover the drip pans with foil. Using foil so

close to the receptacle could cause shock, fire or

damage to the cooktop.

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Porcelain Enamel Cooktop (on some models)

The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but

breakable if misused. This finish is acid-

resistant. However, any acidic foods

spilled (such as fruit juices, tomato or

vinegar) should not be permitted to

remain on the finish.

If acids spill on the cooktop while it is hot, use a

dry paper towel or cloth to wipe it up right away.

When the surface has cooled, wash with soap

and water. Rinse well.

For other spills such as fat spatterings,

wash with soap and water or cleansing

powders after the surface has cooled.

Rinse well. Polish with a dry cloth.

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Lift-Up Cooktop

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Clean the area under the cooktop often. Built-up

soil, especially grease, may catch on fire.

To lower the cooktop:

After cleaning under the cooktop with

hot, mild soapy water and a clean cloth,

lower the cooktop. Be careful not to

pinch your fingers. Carefully replace the

support rod and lower the cooktop. Press

into place. Make sure the strikes fit in the

catches to fasten the cooktop. Replace

the four drip pans, surface units and

control knobs.

To raise the cooktop:

Be sure all surface units are turned off

before raising the cooktop. To make

cleaning easier, the entire cooktop may

be lifted. It can be easily lifted by

removing one of the surface units and

grasping the opening of the cooktop.

Raise the support rod into place and

hook it into the bracket on the underside

of the cooktop to hold the cooktop while

cleaning. Be sure to secure the cooktop

support rod in the cooktop strike catch.

Support rod

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Be sure to secure the cooktop

support rod in the cooktop

strike catch.

Metal Parts

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Do not use steel wool, abrasives,

ammonia or commercial oven cleaners.

To safely clean surfaces; wash, rinse and

then dry with a soft cloth.

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Before You Call For Service…

Troubleshooting Tips

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Save time and money! Review the chart on this page

first and you may not need to call for service.

Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

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Surface units not

functioning properly

The surface units are

not plugged in solidly.

• With the controls off, check to make sure the surface

unit is plugged completely into the receptacle.

The surface unit

controls improperly set.

• Check to see the correct control is set for the surface

unit you are using.

The drip pans are not set

securely in the cooktop.

• With the controls off, check to make sure the drip

pan is in the recess in the cooktop and that the

opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle.

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A fuse in your home may be • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

blown or the circuit breaker

tripped.

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GE Built-In Cooktop Warranty

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers

or an authorized Customer Care^®technician. For service,

call 800-GE-CARES.

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For The Period Of: GE Will Replace, At No Charge To You:

One Year

From the date of the

original purchase

Any part of the cooktop which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor

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and in-home service to replace the defective part.

What GE Will Not Cover:

■Service trips to your home to teach you how to use

the product.

■Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

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■Improper installation.

■Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods

or acts of God.

■Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used

for other than the intended purpose or used

commercially.

■Incidental or consequential damage to personal

property caused by possible defects with this appliance.

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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for

home use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty

gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know

what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

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Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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Service Telephone Numbers.

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GE Answer Center^®800.626.2000

The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)

Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away.

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Special Needs Service 800.626.2000

800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)

GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons

with limited mobility.

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Service Contracts 800-626-2224

Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a

substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires.

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Parts and Accessories 800-626-2002

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly

to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted).

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Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing

generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since

improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

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Service Satisfaction

If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE:

First, contact the people who serviced your appliance.

Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:

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Manager, Consumer Relations

GE Appliances

Appliance Park

Louisville, KY 40225

Finally, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Program

20 North Wacker Drive

Chicago, IL 60606

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