GE - General Electric ZEW165N Legacy User Manual

Monogram.

Use and Care

and Installation

Guide

for ZEW145

ZEW154

ZEW155

ZEW164

ZEW165

ZEW1’75

ZGW124

ZGW125

Component Cooktop

Svstem

Monogram:’”

Component Cooktuf)

164D2966P016

Introduction

Your new Monogram cooktop makes an eloquent statement of style,

convenience and kitchen planning flexibility. Whether you chose it for

its purity of design, assiduous attention to detail-or for both of these

reasons—you’ll find that your Monogram cooktop’s superior blend of

form and function will delight you for years to come.

The ZEW and ZGW Monogram cooktops were designed to provide the

flexibility to blend in with your kitchen cabinetry. Their sleek design can

be beautifully integrated into the kitchen.

The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain

your component cooktop system properly.

If you have any other questions—please call the GE Answer Center”

800.626.2000.

Contents

Appliance Registration .................3

Grill Component ...................l9–22

Canning

.......................................

16 Halogen/Radiant Component.. 13-15

Care and Cleaning ................26-30

Installation Instructions ........33-60

Components Information ..........7-9

Model and Serial Numbers ...........3

Consumer Services .....................62

Problem Solver .....................3l. 32

Controls

................................

11, 12 Safety Instructions ....................4-7

Cooktop Comparison ..................lO

Wamanty .....................................

Gas Burner Component ........17–19

Questions?

Griddle Accesso~ ................23–25

Call GE Answer Center@

800.626.2000

WARNING: If the information in this

manual is not followed exactly, afire or

explosion may result causing property

damage, personal injury or death.

— Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

● Do not try to light any appliance.

● Do not touch any electrical switch; do

not use any phone in your building.

● Immediately call yourzyxwvutsrqponmlkjihgfedcbaZYXWVUTSRQPONMLKJIHGFEDCBAgas supplier from

a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas

supplier’s instructions.

. If you cannot reach your gas supplier>

call the fire departmen~

— Installation and service must be

performedby a qualitledinstaller, service

agency or the gas supplier.

Before using your cooktop system, read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new cooktop

components properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your

phone number):

Consumer Affairs

GE Appliances

Appliance Park

Louisville, KY 40225

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label on the bottom of each component.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration

Card that came with your cooktop system components. Before sending in

this card, please write these numbers here:

Component Model Number

Component

Model Number

Serial Number Serial Number

Use these numbers in any

Component

Model Number

comespondence or service calls

concerning your oven.

Serial Number

If you received any damaged cooktop components...

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the cooktop system.

Save time and money. Before you request service...

Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide. It lists causes of minor

operating problems that you can correct yourself.

If you need service...

To obtain service, see the

Consumer Services page in the

back of this guide.

We’re proud of our service and

want you to be pleased. If for some

reason you are not happy with the

service you receive, here are three

steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who

serviced your appliance. Explain

why you are not pleased. In most

cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased,

write all the details-including

your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations

GE Appliances

Appliance Park

Louisville, KY 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is still

not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel

20 North Wacker Drive

Chicago, IL 60606

IMPORT~ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSzyxwvutsrqponmlkjihgfedcbaZYXWVUTSRQPONMLKJIHGFEDCBA

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

IMPORTM SAFETY NOTICE

. TheCalifornia Safe Drinking Water and Toxic

EnforcementAct requires the Governor of

California to publish a list of substances known to

the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other

reproductive h- and requires businessesto warn

customers of potential exposure to such substances.

● Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to

four of these substances, namely benzene,

carbon monoxide, fommldehyde and SOOLcaused

primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural

gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted burners,

indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame,

will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure

to these substances can be minimized further by

venting with an open window or using a

ventilation fan or hood.

When You Get Your Component

Cooktop System

● Have your cooktop installed and properly

grounded by a qualified installer in accordance

with the Installation Instructions. Any adjustment

and service should be performed only by qualified

gas and electric appliance installers or service

technicians.

● Have the installer show you the location of the

circuit breaker or fuse Mark it for easy reference.

● Havetheinstaller show you the locationof

thegascut-offvalveandhowto shutit off

if necessary.

For Your Safety

When using the component cooktop system, basic

safety precautions should be followed, including

the following:

● Use this cooktop system only for its intended

use as described in this guide.

c If the cooktop is located near a window, do not

use long curtains, which could blow over the gas

burners or surface units, creating a fire hazard.

● Do not attempt to repair or replace any part

of the cooktop system unless it is specifically

recommended in this guide. Any adjustment

and service should be performed only by qualified

electric and gas range installers or service

technicians.

● Before performing any service, DISCONNECT

THE COOKTOP SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY

AT THE HOUSEHOLD DISTRIBUTION

PANEL BY REMOVING THE FUSE OR

SWITCHING OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER.

● 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 cooktop system.

Avoid installing cabinets above the cooktop

system. To reduce the hazard caused by

reaching into cabinets over hot surface units,

the open flames of operating burners and hot

cookware, install a metal ventilation hood over

the cooktop components that projects forward

at least 5 inches beyond the front of the cabinets.

If cabinets are placed above the cooktop

components, allow a

minimum clearance

of 30 inches between the cooking surface

and the bottom of unprotected cabinets.

CAUTION: ITEMS OF INTEREST TO

CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED

IN CABINETS INSTALLED ABOVE THE

COOKTOP SYSTEM-CHILDREN

CLIMBING ON THE COOKTOP

SYSTEM TO REACH ITEMS COULD

BE SERIOUSLY INJURED.

Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments

whaleusing the cooktop system. Be carefid

when reaching for items stored in cabinets over

the cooktop system. Flammable material could

be ignited if brought

in contact with hot surface

units or gas burners and may cause severe bums.

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 the hot surface

units or gas burners and grates. Do not use a towel

or other bulky cloth in place of a pot holder.

For your safety, never use any electric or gas

components of the cooktop system for warming

or heating the room.

● Do not s~re fl~mable matefials in an oven or

near the cooktop system components.

● Do not stem or me comb~tible materi~s,

gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids

in the vicinity of this or any other gas or

electric appliance.

. Do not letzyxwvutsrqponmlkjihgfedcbaZYXWVUTSRQPONMLKJIHGFEDCBACOOking grease or other flammable

materials accumulate in or near the cooktop

system components.

. Never Ieave the kitchen while using the grill

or griddk

QDo not replace the grease collector jar with a

mayonnaise jar which could break when hot

grease drips into it. Replace with any wide mouth

canning jar.

c Do not use water on grease fires.

—

Never pick up a flaming pan. Turn

the controls off. Smother a flaming

pan on a surface unit by covering the pan

completely with a well-fitting hd, cookie sheet or

flat tray. Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or

foam-type fne extinguisher.

Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by

covering it with baking soda or, if available, by

using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type

fire extinguisher.

● Keep the grill drip pan and grease well clean

to reduce smoking and avoid grease fires.

● To control flame-ups, turn down the heat

setting to low, rather than off(0). This keeps

the downdraft vent blower on. Or, turn the

Variable Speed Vent blower to HI, then turn the

glill off (o).

Use along-handled utensil to carefully remove the

food from the grill.

These steps should control the flame until it

eventually goes out. If it does not, cover the entire

grill module with a cookie sheet or the lid from a

large roasting pan. Use a potholder to remove this

later because it will be hot.

QDo not touch the surface units. These surfaces

may be hot enough to bum 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, cooktop surfaces or

areas nearby the surface units. Allow sufficient

time for cooling of the cooking surfaces.

Potentially hot surfaces include the grill grates,

griddle and all components with electric cooking

elements or gas burners and grates.

. 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 maybe

present in the meat, it will be killed and the meat

will be safe to eat.

Halogen/Radiant Surface Units

and Gas Burners

● Use proper pan siz*This cooktop system has

components equipped with electric surface units

or gas burners. Select cookware having flat

bottoms large enough to cover the selected surface

unit or burner. The use of undersized cookware

will expose portions of the surface units or

gas burners to direct contact and may result in

ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of

cookware to the surface unit or the burner will

also improve efficiency.

● Only certain types of giass?glass/cerami~

earthenware or other glazed containers are

suitable for cooktop service; others may break

because of the sudden change in temperature.

s Never leave the surface units or gas burners

unattended at high heat settings. Boilovers

cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may

catch fire.

● To minimize the possibility of bums, ignition

of flammable materials and spillage, the handles

of cookware should be turned without extending

over nearby surface units or burners.

. Always ~rn the electric surface unit Or g=

burner controls off (0) before removing the

cookware.

gWatch foods being ffied at high or medium-

high heat settings.

c When flaming foods are under the exhaust

hood, turn the hood fan off. The hood fan,

if operating, may spread the flame.

c 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.

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IMPORT~ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(continued)

● Use little fat for effective shallow or deep-fat

frying. Filling the pan too fill of fat can cause

spillovers when food is added.

● If a combination of oils or fats will be used

in frying, stir together before heating, or as fats

melt slowly.

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

. Use a deep-fat thermometer whenever

possible to prevent overheating fat beyond

the smoking point.

● Be sure the downdraft vent grille is not covered.

Be sure the filter is in place. Its absence during

cooking could damage blower parts.

● Do not cover or block the area around the

cooktop system knobs. This area must be

kept clear for proper ventilation and burner

performance.

. Keep all plastics away from cooktop surface

units and burners.

● Do not operate the halogenkadiant surface

units if the glass is broken. Spillovers or

cleaning solution may penetrate a broken cooktop

and create a risk of electrical shock. Contact a

qualified technician immediately should your

glass cooktop become broken.

. Avoid scratching the glass cooktop surface.

The cooktop can be scratched with items such

as sharp instruments, rings or other jewelry and

rivets on clothing.

● Never use the glass cooktop surface as a

cutting board.

● Do not place or store items on top of the glass

cooktop surface when it is not in USA

● Do not stand on the glass cooktop.

. Be carefid when placing spoons or other

stirring utensils on the glass cooktop surface

when it is in use. They may become hot and

could cause bums.

● Use care when touching the cooktop. The glass

surface of the cooktop will retain heat after the

controls have been turned off.

. After cleaning, use a dry cloth or paper towel to

remove all Cook Top Cleaning Creme residue.

. Read and follow all instruction and warnings

on Cook Top Cleaning Creme labels.

● Clean the cooktop with caution. If a wet sponge

or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot surface

unit, be careful to avoid steam bums. Some

cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to

a hot surface.

When the cooktop is cool, use only Cook Top

Cleaning Creme brand cleaner to clean the

Cooktop.

QDo not use a wok on the gas burners if the wok

has a round metal ring which is placed over the

burner grate to support the wok. This ring acts

as a heat trap that may damage the burner grate

and burner head. Also, it may cause the burner to

work improperly. This may cause a carbon

monoxide level above that allowed by current

standards, resulting in a health hazard.

. If you smell gas, turn off the gas to the cooktop

at the gas cutoff valve and call a qualified

service technician. Never use an open flame to

locate a leak.

. Do not operate the gas burners without all

burner parts and grate in place.

● Let the gas burner grate and other surfaces

cool before touching them.

● Do not leave grate removed from any

component where children can reach them.

● Never leave gas burners unattended at high

flame settings. Boilovers cause smoking and

greasy spillovers that may catch on fire.

● For your safety, never use your gas burners for

warming or heating the room. Prolonged use of

the cooktop in this way can be hazardous.

● To avoid possible damage to the cooking

surface, do not apply Cook Top Cleaning Creme

to the glass surface when it is hot.

Cleaning

If You Need Service

● Do not clean the cooktop system with

flammable or volatile cleaning fluids. See the

Careand Cleaning section.

● Do not clean any part of the cooktop system

when the appliance is in use

● If you are using an overhead exhaust hood,

keep its grease faltersclean to maintain good

venting and to avoid grease fires.

● Clean only parts listed in this Use and

Care Guida

● Clean the cooktop with caution. If a wet sponge

or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooktop, be

careful to avoid steam burns.

s See The Problem Solver section in this guide.

● Do not attempt to rep”?ihor-replace any part

of your component cooktop system unless it

is specifkally recommended in this guide.

All other servicing should be refened to a

qualified technician.

SAm THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT COMPONENTS

Components available are briefly discussed on this

Read each component section for specific

page. You may only have some installed in your

instructions.

kitchen. All components are permanently installed

with the exception of the grill and griddle.

Care of Components

Some of the components must be cured or

Never immerse any electric surface unit or plug

preconditioned before using them for the first time.

in water.

Components and accessories should be cleaned after

each use. The longer a soil remains, the harder it is to

clean. See each component section in the Care and

Cleaning section for specific instructions.

Electric Surface Unit Components

Gas Components

You must consider heat up and cool down times for

Monogram component gas cooktops (used with either

the surface units when determining cooking times.

updraft or downdraft venting) are designed to operate

Heat up and cool down times depend on initial

on natural gas at 4“ water column pressure.

temperature settings, the type of cookware used and

the amount of food being cooked.

Start cooking at a higher setting to heat the surface

unit faster, then turn to a lower setting to finish

cooking. Remember, cooking continues after the

surface unit is turned off, so train yourself to turn

the heat down or off before cooking is done.

Downdraft Vent

The downdraft vent component features an integral variable-speed blower

control switch and a powerful centrifugal blower.

COMPONENTS/ACCESSORIES

To purchase additional components or accessories, contact your nearest

GE Appliances dealer or service center. Part numbers are listed below.

Halogen/Radiant Cooktop

Part Number:

ZEW145

The component has one 8“ 1800

watt halogen surface unit (rear)

and a 6“ 1200 watt radiant surface

unit (front).

There is a hot surface light for

each surface unit that indicates the

condition of the glass surface.

The heat up time for the halogen

surface unit may be less compared

to the radiant surface unit

depending upon the control

settings. See the Controls section

for additional performance

characteristics.

Gas Burner Cooktop

Part Numbers: This component has one large

ZGW124

--......--.......RightControls

1O,5OO-BTUburner(rear)and one

ZGW125 ...................Left Controls

smaller 6,000-BTU burner(front).

The grateis removable for

clem-ing.

Grate

Electric Updraft Grill

Part Numbers:

ZEW154

..........................

208 volts

ZEW155

..........................

240 volts

With this component, you can

charbroil meat indoors all year

long. Fat drains away and collects

in ajar attached below the grease

well. The element is divided so the

front and back sections can be

controlled separately.

Grease Well

Electric Grill with Downdraft Vent

Part Numbers:

The downdraftvent component

ZEW164

208 volts

has an integral variable-speed

..........................

ZEW165

240 volts

blower control.

..........................

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Part Number:

ZEW175

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Drip Pan

Grill Grate

Grill Element

Grease

Collector Jar

151

Optional Remote Control Accessory Kit

Optional Griddle Accessory

Kit

Pub. No. 3-AO1O

Provides a

control

position.

Part Numbers:

JXDD46 ...................2O8 volts

JXDD43 ...................24Ovolts

me griddle fitsdirectly into

the grill receptacle with the

g-ill element removed. It has

two drain holes so fat and meat

drippings

can drain below into

the grease well.

The ~tiddle has its own integral

element.

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HOW DOES THISCOOKTOP COMPARE

TO YOUR OLD ONE?

Your new cooktop may have one of several types

The following chart

of cooking surface units. You will notice some

differences between

differences when you use each one.

type of cooktop you

The best types of cookware to use, plus heat-up and

cool-down times, depend upon the type of burner or

surface unit you have.

~pe of Cooktop

Electric Coil

Halogen/Radiant

(Glass Ceramic)

Cooktop

Induction

Solid Disk

Gas Burners

Description

Flattenedmetal

tubingcontaining

electricresistance

wiresuspended

over a drip pan.

Radiant: Electric

coils under a glass-

ceramiccooktop.

Halogen: Quartz

tube filled with

halogengas around

a tungstenwire

heatingelement

undera glass

ceramiccooktop.

Highfrequency

inductioncoils

undera glass

surface.

Solid cast iron

disk sealed to the

cooktop surface.

R@~ or sealed

gas burners use

either LP gas

or naturalgas.

will help you to understand the

your new cooktop and any other

may have used in the past.

How it Works

Heats by direct contact with the pan and by heating the air under the pan. For

best cooking results, use good quality pans. Electric coils are more forgiving of

warped pans than halogenhadiant or solid disks. Heats up quickly but does not

change heat settings as quickly as gas or induction. Electric coils stay hot enough

to continue cooking for a short time after they are turned off.

Heat travels to the glass surface and then to the cookware, so pans must be flat

on the bottom for good cooking results. The glass cooktop stays hot enough to

continue cooking long after it is turned off. Remove the pan from the surface unit

if you want cooking to stop.

Pans must be made of ferrous metals (metal that attracts a magnet). Heat is

produced by a magnetic circuit between the coil and the pan. Heats up right away

and changes heat settings right away, like a gas cooktop. After turning the control

off, the glass cooktop is hot from the heat of the pan, but cooking stops right away.

Heats by direct contact with the pti, so pans must be

flat on the bottom for good

cooking results. Heats up and cools down more slowly than electric coils. The

disk stays hot enough to continue cooking after it is turned off. Remove the pan

from the solid disk if you want the cooking to stop.

Flames heat the pans directly. Pan flatness is not critical to cooking results, but

pans should be weli baianced. Gas burners heat the pan right away and change

heat settings right away. When you turn the control off, cooking stops right away.

HALOGEN/RADIANT SURFACE UNIT CONTROLS

Halogen Surface Unit

The controls selected for the halogenhadiant

component will give you a full range of heat settings

for cooking.

The control knobs must be pushed down to turn

from the off (0) position. When the control knobs

are in any position other than off(0), they may be

turned without pushing down.

You may notice that the knob that operates the

halogen surface unit is slightly harder to turn than

the knob for the radiant surface unit. This is due

to the difference in design between the two controls.

NOTE:

. The lowest three settings will produce no visible

evidence of the surface unit being on although up

to 11% of the total wattage is being generated. On

the lowest settings, the percentage of power may

not cause the hot surface lights to light. An indicator

light near the control knobs will glow when either

surface unit is on.

● The burner “on” light will glow for all positions

except the off position.

The eleven position halogen control produces the

following variation in cooking power.

Switch

Settings

L HI

Position

‘: I OFF

Brightness

of Lamp

Full

High

Medium

Low

Invisible

Typical Heater

Power

(Yo)

100

If the halogen/radiant component is connected to 208

volts, you will notice some increase in cooking times.

Radiant Surface Unit

The control for the radiant surface unit is an infinite

switch that can be set anywhere between LO and HI

for an unlimited number of heat settings.Wxth the

infinite switch the coil cycles on and off to maintain

your selected control setting.

The control knobs must be pushed down to turn

from the off (0) position. When the control knobs

are in any position other than off(0), they may be

turned without pushing down.

Be sure you turn the conrol knob off(0) when

you finish cooking. You will feel a “click” at the

off position.

GAS BURNER CONTROLS

See the Gas Burner Component section.

The gas burnercontrols must tum counterclockwise

to the LITE position to ignite the burner.

Once the burner is ignited, turn the control knob

counterclockwise to adjust the flame lower. A

sparking sound caused by the igniter is normal

until ignition occurs.

The burners will relight at any setting. However, for

the burners to light quickly and consistently when the

gas is turned on, the knobs should be turned to the

LITE position until ignition occurs.

When turning the control knob to off (0), turn

it clockwise.

GRILL/GRIDDLECONTROLS

See both the Grill Component and the Griddle

Accessory sections. Also see the Grill Cooking and

the Griddle Cooking Guides.

Most cooking on the ~till or griddle is done at the HI

setting. See the Grill Component section regarding

flame-ups and the control settings for this emergency.

Each half of the grill component is controlled

separately.

The control knob labeled GRIDDLE controls the

entire griddle accessory.

The GRILIJGRIDDLE controls turn either direction

to adjustthe heat setting.

VENT SYSTEM CONTROL

To operate the vent system manually, turn the knob on

the control panel clockwise to the desired blower speed.

Use the control knob at the front of the vent ~tille to

●

adjust the blower speed. The control knob may be in a

●

custom location in the counter cabinet front. A HI

Bo” “

setting is recommended when flame-ups occur while

●

cooking on the ~till.

●

The downdraft blower adjacent to the till comes on

automatically when the ~till is turned on. It turns off

automatically when the ~till or ~tiddle is turned off (0).

If the blower speed is adjusted while ~tilling,

the blower will not turn off automatically and

must be turned off manually.

The built-in vent system helps remove cooking

vapors, odors and smoke from foods prepared on

the cooktop modules.

HALOGEN/RADIANT COMPONENT

General Information About Halogen/Radiant Surface Units

The halogen/radiant cooktop features heating units

Use only flat-bottomed cookware. Do not let pots boil

beneath a smooth glass ceramic surface. The surface

dry. Overheated metal can bond to glass cooktop. An

units are shown by outlines on the glass.

overheated copper pot will leave a residue that will

Before you use the cooktop for the first time, clean it

permanently stain the glass.

with Cook Top Cleaning Creme. This helps protect

Sliding aluminum cookware across the glass may

the top and makes clean-up easier. leave metal marks. These metal marks will appear as

NOTE: A slight odor is normal when a new cooktop

small scratches. They can be removed with Cook Top

is used for the first time. It is caused by the heating of

Cleaning Creme and a razor scraper.

new parts and insulating materials and-will disapp&.r It is safe to place hot cookware from the oven or

in a short time. surface on the glass ceramic surface when the surface

When a surface unit is turned on, coils beneath the

is cool.

surface unit radiate heat through the glass to the

cookware. The red glow of the coils will be visible

through the glass. It will take the surface unit a few

moments to heat up. The coil cycles on and off to

maintain your selected control setting. Wkh poor

cookware, you will see frequent cycling of the unit

off and on. Good, flat cookware will minimize

the cycling.

Avoid sliding pans on the glass cooktop. Pan edges

that are even slightly rough or ~tit on the cooktop can

cause scratches on the glass.

Even after the surface units are turned off, the glass

ceramic cooktop retains enough heat to continue

cooking. To avoid overcooking, remove pans from

the surface units when the food is cooked. Avoid

placing anything on the surface unit until it has

cooled completely.

Differences Between Halogen and Radiant Units

Some cooktops have both radiant and halogen surface

units. This is how they differ.

● Halogen units are much brighter than the radiant

units. Radiantunits have a dull red glow.

● Halogen and radiant units cycle on and off

frequently. This is normal. You will notice the

cycling more on the halogen units because of

their brightness.

. Halogen units have radiant coils in

the center that do not glow as brightly

as the outer halogen coils.

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c Radiant coils take about 10 seconds longer to glow

than halogen units.

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HALOGEN/R.ADIA.NTCOMPONENT

(continued)

Vpes of Cookware

The following information will help you choose

cookware which will give good performance.

Stainless Steel: highly recommended

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 distribution).

Aluminum: heavy weight recommended

Good conductivity. Aluminum residues sometimes

appear as scratches on the cooktop, but can be

removed if cleaned immediately. Because of its

low melting point, thin weight aluminum should not

be used.

Porcelain/Enamel:

Good performance only with a thick, flat, smooth

bottom. Avoid boiling dry, as porcelain can melt and

fise to the surface.

Copper Bottom: heavy weight recommended

Good performance, but copper may leave residues

which can appear as scratches. The residues can be

removed, as long as the cooktop is cleaned

immediately. However, do not let these pots boil dry.

Overheated metal can bond to glass cooktops.

An overheated copper pot will leave a residue that

will permanently stain the cooktop.

Glass-ceramic: not recommended

Poor performance. May scratch the surface.

Usable, but not recommended.

Stoneware: not recommended

Poor performance. May scratch the surface.

Usable, but not recommended.

Cast Iron: not recommended

Poor performance. May scratch the surface.

Usable, but not recommended.

How to Check Pan Performance

Use of correct cookware can affect the cooking

performance and cleaning of your cooktop.

The correct cookware reduces the temperature of

the cooktop surface and minimizes the chance of

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spillovers burning onto the cooktop.

Pans with rounded, curved, ridged or warped

You must use pans with perfectly flat bottoms.

bottoms are not recommended.

Some pans may have curved or rounded bottoms or

may be warped. If you are unsure of the flatness of

your pans you may do this quick test.

Turn your pan upside

down on the countertop,

place a ruler flat against

the pan surface. The

bottom of the pan and the

straight edge of the ruler

should fit flush against each other all the way across.

Turn the ruler a full 360 degrees, checking for any

space between the ruler and the bottom of the pan.

Another simple test to determine even heat distribution

across the cookware bottom is to put one inch of water

in the pan. Bring the water to a boil and observe the

location of bubbles as the water starts to boil. Good

flat cookware will have an even distribution of bubbles

over the bottom surface area of the pan. Bubbles

localized in only a portion of the bottom indicate

uneven contact of the pan to the surface unit, uneven

heat transfer or an unsuitable pan.

Use pans that match the diameter of the surface

unit. Cooking performance will not be as good if the

cookware is either smaller or larger than the surface unit.

● Place only @ pans on the

surface units. Do not place

lids on the surface units,

particularly wet lids.

s We recommend that you use

only a flat-bottomed wok.

They are available at your

local retail store. The bottom of the wok should

have the same diameter as the surface unit to insure

proper contact.

● Do not use woks that have

support rings. This type

of wok will not heat on

halogenhadiant surface units.

● Some special cooking procedures require specific

cookware such as pressure cookers, deep fat fryers,

etc. All cookware must have flat bottoms and be the

correct size.

CAUTION

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Plastic and Sugary Spillovers

Sugary spillovers (such as jellies, fudge, candy

Special care should be taken when removing hot

syrups) or melted plastics can cause pitting of the

substances. Follow the instructions in the Careand

surface of your module (not covered by the warranty)

Cleaning section carefully.

unless the spill is removed while still hot.

HOME C

A.NNINGTIPS

Canning cannot be done on the grill or griddle components.

Observe the Following Points in Canning

1. Be sure the canner fits over the center of the

surface unit. If your range or its location does not

aIlow the canner to be centered on the surface unit,

use smaller diameter pots for good canning results.

2. On the glass cooktop, flat bottomed canners must

be used. Canners with flanged or rippled bottoms

(often found in enamelware) don’t make good

contact with the surface unit and take a long time

to boil water.

Flat-bottomed canners are required for glass

cooktops.

3. When canning, use recipes and proceduresfrom

reputablesources. Reliable recipes and procedures

areavailable from the manufacturerof your canner;

manufacturersof glass jars for canning, such as

Ball and Kerr;and the United States Departmentof

AgricultureExtension service.

4. Remember that canning is a process that generates

l~ge amounts of steam. To avoid burns from steam

or heat, be careful when canning.

NOTE: If your house has low voltage, canning may

take longer than expected, even though directions

have been carefully followed.

The process time can be shortened by:

(1)

using a pressure canner, and

(2) starting with HOT tap water for fastest heating

of large quantities of water.

Glass Cooktop Cautions:

Safe canning requires that harmful microorganisms

Since you must make sure to process the canning

are destroyed and that the jars are sealed

jars for the prescribed time, with no interruption

completely. When canning foods in a water-bath in processing time, you cannot can on any of

canner, a gentle but steady boil must be maintained

the cooktop surface units if your canner is not

for the required time. When canning foods in a

flat enough.

pressure canner, the pressure must be maintained

for the required time.

After you have adjusted the controls, it is very

important to make sure the prescribed boil or

pressure levels are maintained for the required time.

The glass cooktop surface units have temperature

limiters that prevent the glass cooktop from getting

too hot. If the bottom of your canner is not flat, the

surface unit can overheat, triggering the

temperature limiters to turn the unit off for a time.

This will stop the boil or reduce the pressure in

the canner.

What is a Temperature Limiter?

Every halogen and radiant surface unit has a

Temperature Limiter. The Temperature Limiter

protects the glass-ceramic surface from getting

too hot.

The Temperature Limiter may turn off the

elements ifi

● The pan boils dry.

. The pan bottom is not flat.

. The pan is off center.

● There is no pan on the unit.

USINGYOUR GAS BURNER COMPONENT

The ZGW124 and ZGW125 gas cooktops are not convertible

to LP gas. They are designed to operate on natural gas only.

This component has one large 1O,5OO-BTUburner and one smaller

6,000-BTU burner.

When a downdraft vent is used next to a gas component, food

will cook faster if you use a low vent setting and keep the pan

covered (if recipe allows).

Automatic Ignition

Both burners on this gas cooktop component are

lighted by electric ignition that eliminates the need

for standing pilot lights.

All the igniters make sparking sounds and spark

even when only a single burner is being turned on.

Do not touch any of the burners when the igniters

are sparking.

Auto Relight

The burners on this gas cooktop automatically relight

if the flame goes out. This helps prevent the

inconvenience of manually having to relight a burner.

As with automatic ignition, all of the burner igniters

spark while a burner is relighting. Do not touch any of

the burners when the igniters are sparking.

The burners will relight at any setting. However, for

the burners to light quickly and consistently when the

gas is turned on, the knobs should be turned to the

LITE position until ignition occurs.

Power Outage

In case of a power outage, you can light the surface

Surface burners in use when an electrical power

burners on your cooktop with a match. Holding a

failure occurs will continue to operate normally.

lighted match to the burner, turn the knob to the LO

position. If the knob setting is toward HI, the flame

flare-up could bum your hand. Use extreme caution

when lighting burners manually. Cookware should

not be in place over the burner when lighting a burner

this way.

To Light a Burner

Push the control

knob in and turn it

counterclockwise to

the desired Dosition.

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The burner ignites

automatically. Turn

the knob either

direction to adjust the

flame size.

To turn a burner

off, turn the knob

counterclockwise

as far as it will go,

to the off (0) position.

c The front burner is best for smaller pans and

cooking operations requiring carefully controlled

simmering conditions. The rear burner is the high

power burner for larger pans and fast boiling

operations.

● Do not operate a burner for an extended period

of time without cookware on the grate. The finish

on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb

the heat.

. Check to be sure the burner you turned on is the one

you want to use.

. Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you

place your hand, a pot holder, cleaning cloths or

other materials on them.

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USING YOUR GAS BURNER COMPONENT

(continued)

How to Select Flame Size

Watch the flame, not the knob, as you reduce heat.

The flame size on a gas burner should match the

cookware you are using.

FOR SAFE HANDLING OF COOKWARE, NEVER

LET THE FLAME EXTEND UP THE SIDES OF

THE COOKWARE. Any flame larger than the bottom

of the cookware is wasted heat and only serves to

heat the handle.

Cookware

Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is

recommended because it heats quickly and evenly.

Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet.

Use saucepans with tight-fitting lids for cooking with

minimum amounts of water.

Cast Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will give

satisfactory results.

Enamelware: Under some conditions, the enamel of

some cookware may melt. Follow cookware

manufacturer’s recommendations for cooking

methods.

Glass: There are 2 types of glass cookware-those

for oven use only and those for surface cooking

(saucepans, coffee and teapots). Glass conducts heat

very slowly.

Heatproof Glass Ceramic: Can be used for

either surface or oven cooking. It conducts heat

very slowly and cools very slowly. Check cookware

manufacturer’s directions to be sure it can be used

on gas cooktops.

Stainless Steel: This metal alone has poor heating

properties,and is usually combined with copper,

aluminum or othermetals for improved heat

distribution.Combination metal skillets generally

work satisfactorily if they are used at medium heat

as the manufacturer recommends.

Wok Cooking

We recommend that

you use only a flat-

bottomed wok. They are

available at your local

retail store.

Do not use woks that

have support rings.

Use of these types of woks,

with or without the ring in

place, can be dangerous.

Placing the ring over the

bume{grate may cause the burner to work improperly

resultin~ in carbon monoxide levels above allowable

current &mdards. This could be dangerous to your

health. Do not try to use such woks without the ring.

You could be seriously burned if the wok tipped over.

Stove Top Grills

Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners. If you use the stove

top grill on the sealed gas burner it will cause incomplete combustion and

can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current

standards. This can be hazardous to your health.

Burner Assembly

CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE

The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed

BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS

when the top of the burner is removed. Contact

CORRECTLY IN PLACE.

with an exposed igniter while a burner is being

turned on will cause a slight electrical shock.

The burner assemblies should be

washed regularly and, of course,

afier spillovers.

Turn all the controls off and wait

until all component parts are cool

before removing burner parts.

See the Care and Cleaning section.

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GRILL COMPONENT

See the Grill Cooking Guide

NOTE: The grill grate must be preconditioned before

using it the first time. To precondition, first wash it in

soap and water and dry. Then use a paper towel to

apply a small amount of no-stick cooking spray to the

grate. Remove excess with a clean paper towel.

Use the grill for preparing meals with the appearance

and flavor of commercially char-broiled meats. The

OriHmust be very hot for this type of cooking and

smoke and spatter is to be expected.

Be sure to use your venting system when grilling

to help minimize smoke. You should have either a

component downdraft vent installed into the cooktop

system or a high-capacity vent hood.

The grill must be preheated to get the ~till

components hot enough to sear the meat and seal

in the juices. Preheat the grill on HI for 10 minutes.

See the Grill Cooking Guide.

The grill element is divided so the front and rear

sections are controlled separately. You can heat

both sections to the same temperature for cooking

large amounts of the same food, or you can VaIYthe

temperatures on front and rear for cooking two

different foods. Also, you can save energy when

cooking small amounts of food by turning only one

section on and leaving the other off entirely.

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GRILL COMPONENT

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What to do if a Flame-Up Occurs

To control flame-ups, set heat setting at LO, rather

than off (0). If you have a bad flame-up and there

is danger of the fire spreading, take the following

steps immediately:

1. Turn the grill controls to off (0), and turn the

downdraft vent control to HI. If you are using an

overhead updraft vent hood, turn it off until the

flame-up stops.

2. Use a long-handled utensil to remove the food from

the grill. Be careful not to get burned.

NOTE:

c NEVER USE WATER ON A GREASE FIRE.

Water will spread the flames.

QNever line the grill grate or the porcelain enamel

grease well with aluminum foil. Doing so may

block drainageof grease, causing excessive

smoking, fire or component damage.

● It is recommended that you have a dry chemical,

foam or Halon type fire extinguisher where you can

easily reach it in case of a cooking fire.

The fire should start to go out. If it does not, smother

● Never try to use charcoal or flavored wood chips

the flames by covering the entire grill with a large

in the well under the grill grate. Use of charcoal

cookie sheet, the lid from a large roasting pan or

indoors without proper ventilation produces

the griddle.

carbon monoxide that can be fatal. Also, burning

charcoal in the well will permanently damage the

porcelain coating in the well.

c NEVER LEAVE THE KITCHEN while grilling

meats or other juicy foods. Fats and juices drip

on the hot grill element and may cause flame-ups.

When grilling, you should always be present to

control flame-ups so they do not get out of hand.

How to Assemble the Grill Module

To insert the grill:

4. Place the grill grate into the opening in the cooktop

1. Be sure both the controls for the grill are OFF.

over the ~till element.

2. Place the drip pan in the ~wase well first as shown

5. Be certain the grease jar is clean and firmly secured

in the illustration in this section.

in the tube and lid assembly under the porcelain

3. Grasp the till element with both hands near the

enamel grease well.

plug. Keeping the element as nearly horizontal as

possible, push the plug firmly into the electrical

receptacles, to insure complete contact. The element

should lie flat and rest on the ridges of the drip pan.

Grill Tips

. Do not leave grill unattended while it is in use.

“ Use the ~gill ONLY with the downdraft vent blower

on HI to carry away smoke and fumes.

. Remove accumulated grease from the non-

removable grease well after each use to lessen

smoking and odors. Be sure opening to grease tube

is clean. Grease buildup can become a fire hazard.

● Make sure the removable grease collector jar and

drip pan are clean and in place before using the grill.

QRemove ~~ease from the grease collector jar after

each use to avoid spillovers.

c The grates should be oiled or sprayed with a non-

stick coating before cooking to prevent sticking.

Remove the grate before spraying and spray only

while cool. Spraying directly onto a hot grill may

cause a fire.

. Preheat the grill for 10 minutes at HI heat setting,

then turn to the desired setting for cooking.

● Trim the fat from meat before placing on the ~grill.

This will reduce smoking and lessen grease buildup

in the drip pan, grease well and grease jar.

● Allow space between foods when placing them on

the grill. Air and heat need to circulate around the

food for best cooking results.

. Occasionally rearrange foods on the grill to prevent

sticking and provide better browning.

. A griddle accessory can be purchased from

your dealer to utilize the ~grillcomponent’s

griddle capacity.

Questions and Answers

Q. When cooking many individual foods, what can

I do to insure that foods will cook evenly?

A. When cooking foods of various sizes and

thicknesses, start larger or thicker pieces first and

add quicker-cooking smaller pieces later. Press

meat lightly to lie flat on grill. Slash the fat on

edges of steaks and chops to prevent curling.

Break the joints of split chickens so they will

lie flat.

Q. My grilled meats sometimes come out drier than

they should. What can I do to help prevent this?

A. Season meats after cooking rather than

before—salt can draw out juices and dry out meat.

Use tongs to turn and reamange meats on the grill;

forks will pierce the meat and release juices.

Q. I follow the cooking times suggested, but my

foods don’t get done properly. Is there

something wrong with my grill?

A. Probably not. Suggested cooking times should be

used only as a general guide. Variables in food can

change the cooking times required.

Q. How can I keep barbecued meats from

developing an unattractive burned look

and taste?

A. Sauces containing sugar will often bum if used

during the entire cooking time. If your favorite

sauce contains sugar, try adding it only during the

last 15 to 20 minutes of cooking time for best

results.

Q. Foods cooked on my grill are not browning as

much as I would like. What could cause this?

A. A longer preheating and ~till time maybe

necessary to achieve the desired results.

GRILL COOKING GUIDE

Do not leave the cooktop unattended during

. Before cooking steaks, slash the fat around

“preheat>>(knobs turned to ‘W.P7)or anytime the

the edges to prevent curling of the meat.

knobs are turned to “HI” with food on the grill or

griddle. Most foods will be grilled on the HI setting.

. Suggested cooking times should be used only

as a guide, since variables in food can change

QPreheat at the HI setting for 10 minutes before

the cooking times.

grilling. Change the heat setting as advised in your

cookbook for the food you are ~tilling.

. Foods should be turned over and rearranged

as needed.

QTrim the excess fat from the meat.

Total Cooking Time

in MinutesFood

Comments

Beef Cubes (1

in.)

17-20 Marinate less-tender beef before =tilling.

Beef Steaks, tender

(3/4 to 1% in.)

Rare

Medium

Well

(l?4t02 in.)

Rare

Medium

Well

10-14

12–16

16-20

18-22

26-30

42-46

Turn over and rearrange as needed to achieve desired doneness.

Beef Steaks, less-tender

(3/4 to 1 in.)

Medium

Well

18–22

26-30

Tenderize before grilling. Turn and cover with foil after first half of cooking time for

more juiciness.

Chicken

Pieces or Quarters 50-70 Turn over frequently and, if desired, baste with sauce last 10-15 minutes.

Chicken, halves 60-85

Place skin-side-down. Turn over every 15 minutes and baste frequently.

Cornish Hens, halves

40-50 Place skin-side-down. Turn over every 10 minutes and baste frequently.

Fish Steaks

(1 in. or less)

15-20 Brush with melted butter.

Fish, whole (6 to 8 oz.)

17–20

If stuffed, add 6 minutes to total cooking time. Cover top with foil.

Hamburgers (3/4 in.)

Rare

Medium

Well

12–16

16-20

22-24

Turn over and rearrange as needed to achieve desired doneness.

Ham Steaks (1 to 1!4 in.)

precooked

1G20

8-9

Turn frequently.

Hot DOIW

Kabobs

Meat

Vegeuble

20-25

10-15

For less-tender vegetables, reduce time 4 to 6 minutes.

26-30

Lamb Chops (3/4 to 1 in.)

Lobster Tails

15–20

Cut thin undersell to expose meat. Turn over every 5 to 10 minutes.

Brush with butter.

18–20

30-36

22–24

12–16

60-80

50-60

25-30

Pork Chops, loin or rib

(1/2 in.)

(1 in.)

Sausage Links (4 oz. each)

Raw

Precooked

Grill whole or cut into 2 to 4 pieces. Turn to brown all sides.

Spareribs

Entree (3 lbs.)

Appetizer (2 Ibs.)

Parboil 5 minutes before grilling. Rearrange and turn over frequently.

Baste with sauce last 10 minutes, if desired.

Vegetable Halves

Choose tender vegetables such as squash and tomatoes. Cover with foil.

For tomatoes, red;ce cooking time i O minutes.

GRIDDLE ACCESSORY

See the Griddle Cooking Guide.

Your non-stick coated griddle provides an extra-

large cooking surface for meats, pancakes or

other foods usually prepared in a frying pan or

electric skillet.

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by using a low-heat setting.zyxwvutsrqponmlkjihgfedcbaZYXWVUTSRQPONMLKJIHGFEDCBA

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control marked GRIDDLE changes the temperature

over the entire surface.

How to Assemble the Griddle Accessory

The griddle accessory will ordinarily share the grill

component cooktop.

1. Be sure the controls are off (0).

2. Grasp the grill element with both hands near the

plug. Keeping the element as nearly horizontal as

possible, pull the element out of the receptacle.

3. Remove the porcelain drip pan.

4. Place the ~giddle into the opening in the cooktop

while carefully inserting the electrical plug into the

receptacle. See the illustration.

NOTE: When properly placed, the griddle sits

slightly above the cooktop. This, and the open spaces

on the sides and rear of the griddle, help prevent

excessive temperatures in the griddle.

Using the Griddle

The non-stick griddle must be preconditioned

before using it the first time. To precondition, first

wash the ~tiddle in soap and water, and dry. Then

apply a small amount of no-stick cooking spray to the

griddle. Remove excess with a clean paper towel.

Preheat the griddle as recommended in the Griddle

Cooking Guide. After preheating for the

recommended amount of time, apply a small amount

of cooking oil or butter.

Do not overheat the griddle. Leaving the griddle at

HI for more than 10 minutes without food can damage

the non-stick coating.

When using the griddle, adjust the fan to a low

setting in the downdraft vent system (or overhead

hood, if used).

How to Remove the Griddle

Be sure the controls are off (0) and the griddle

2. Remove the griddle, carefully separating the

is cool.

element plug from the receptacle by raising the

To remove the griddle:

opposite side of the griddle just enough to clear

the well and pulling it away from the receptacle.

1. Lift the edge of the griddle slightly to let any excess

Do not force the griddle too far upward when

fat or oil flow into the drain holes. Wear a protective

removing the plug.

mitt or use a pot holder.

GRIDDLE ACCESSORY

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Griddle Tips

● Condition or “season” griddle before first-time use.

● Most griddled foods are those that require cooking

on a preheated surface. The ~tiddle surface may be

Oreased lightly before adding food. Preheat the

griddle 5 minutes at HI heat setting, unless

otherwise indicated in the Griddle Cooking Guide,

then switch to the recommended cook setting.

. Foods which are high in natural fat, such as bacon or

sausage, may be started on a cold ~tiddle.

● Foods to be warmed may be placed directly on the

griddle; a high-domed metal cover, such as an

inverted metal mixing bowl, placed over them will

help store the heat. Foods in covered dishes or pans

may also be warmed on the griddle. Use heat-

resistant dishes only.

● Make sure the grease collector jar and drip pan are

clean before using the griddle.

● To preserve the finish, use only Teflon@ coated,

nylon or wooden spatulas and spoons. Never use

the griddle surface as a cutting board.

. Over a period of time, minor scratches and some

discoloration may appear in the non-stick coating.

This will not affect the cooking performance or the

non-stick finish.

. Avoid using metal utensils with sharp points or

rough or sharp edges which might damage the

non-stick coated griddle surface. Do not cut foods

on the griddle.

Questions and Answers

Q. How should I store my griddle when it is not

in use?

A. To avoid marring the non-stick finish, store griddle

upright on the edge with the terminals up to avoid

damage. If it is necessary to store it flat, avoid

placing other pans or cookware on top.

Q. Why aren’t my foods done even though they

have cooked the full time?

A. Preheat the griddle for a longer time and leave

foods on the griddle longer to attain the desired

degree of browning.

Q. How long can foods be kept warm with the

griddle without losing their appeal?

A. No longer than 2 hours is recommended, to assure

good food quality and to prevent spoilage. Delicate

foods, such as eggs, should not be kept more than

15 to 30 minutes; entrees and casseroles maybe

warmed for 30 to 60 minutes. Hors d’oeuvres will

stay hot for serving up to 1 or 1!4hours. Rearrange

or stir foods occasionally, if possible.

Q. Do I need special cookware for use with

my griddle?

A. Avoid using metal cookware with sharp points or

rough or sharp edges which might damage the non-

stick-coated griddle surface. Do not cut foods on the

~tiddle. Use only heat-resistant dishes when foods

in containers are to be warmed on the ~giddle. For

further information on caring for your ~tiddle’s

surface, see the Care and Cleaning section.

Q. Can prolonged periods of high heat damage

my griddle% surface?

A. A brief preheating period is often necessary for

best results with many foods, but leaving the

griddle on HI heat setting for more than 1()

minutes without food can damage the non-stick

coating. Always be sure to turn control knobs to

off (0) when cooking is completed.

GRIDDLE COOKING GUIDE

Do not leave the cooktop unattended during

“preheat” (knobs turned to “HI”) or anytime the

knobs are turned to “HI” with food on the griil or

griddle. Most foods will be cooked on the griddle

on the HI setting. Some foods need to be cooked

at lower settings.

● Preheat the griddle 5 minutes, unless otherwise

indicated in the guide below.

Add oil or butter at end of the preheat time. Additional

oil or butter may be needed during the cooking time.

● Rearrange or turn the foods over as needed to assure

even cooking.

. Avoid using metal utensils with sharp points or

rough or sharp edges which may damage the non-

stick coated griddle surface. Do not cut foods on the

griddle. Use only heat-resistant dishes when foods in

containers are to be warmed on the griddle.

. The griddle settings may need to be adjusted lower

if the ~tiddle is used for an extended time.

. Suggested cooking times should be used only

as a guide since variables in food may change the

cooking times.

Food

Cook Time ] Comments

Bacon (1 lb.)

11-14

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Beef Strips and Cubes

(1/2 to 1 in.)

6-1o

Cut strips 3 inches long and 1/4-inch wide. Cut cubes 1 inch.

Chops, Pork/Lamb

(1/4 to 1/2 in.) 25-30

Cube Steak

4-5 per side

Eggs

Fried

Scrambled

4-5

2-3

Use a setting lower than HI. Griddle up to 6 eggs. Avoid drain hole.

English Muffins

warm

‘1

Fkh Fillets and Steaks

(1/4 to 1 in.)

17–24 Turn over often.

Franks (1 lb.)

10-12 ‘ Turn to setting 8 after haif of total cooking time.

French Toast 3–3!4 per side

If bread is frozen, pierce with fork several times to absorb egg mixture.

Fruit Slices (1/2 to 3/4 in.)

10-12 If drained canned fruit is used, decrease time 3 to 5 minutes.

Ham and Canadian

Bacon Slices

(1/4 to 1/2 in.)

Hamburgers

(3/4 in., 4 per lb.)

Medium

Well

Meatballs (1

in.)

8-10

For 1-inch ham steak, double cooking time.

16-18

19–2 1

Use a setting lower than HI. Turn over only once.

Avoid pressing down with spatula to retain juices.

Turn to brown on all sides.18-22

Pancakes

2-3

Preheat 10 minutes. Turn after 1X minutes.

Sandwiches, thin

2–3 per side Use a settinsz lower than HI. If thicker, add 1 to 2 minutes.

Sausage Links, precooked

(1 to 2 oz. each)

(4 oz. each)

Turn and rearrange as needed. For raw sausage, increase time 4 to 10 minutes.

17-19

19-24

Small Seafood

Shrimp, scallops, oysters

Cook in 2 tablespoons butter. if desired. Turn and rearrange frequently.

Use a setting lower

than HI. Do not preheat. Cover lightly with foil.

If room temperature, ~tiddle 5-7 minutes.

Turn over after half of total cooking time.

8-10

10-15

Sweet Rolls, reheating

Breaded Vegetables

10-16

Warming and Hot Tray

Delicate foods:

15–30 minutes

on lowest setting

To retain moisture. cover with foil or metal lid. or place food in

heat-resistant containers on griddle.

Entrees, casseroles

and hors d’oeuvres:

up to 1 hour

CARE AND CLEANING

Proper care and cleaning are important so your

BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF

Component Cooktop System will give you efficient

BEFORE CLEANING ANY COMPONENTS.

and satisfactory service. Follow these directions

carefully to help assure safe and proper maintenance.

Care of Components

Some of the components must be cured or

Components and accessories should be cleaned

preconditioned before using them for the

after each use. The longer a soil remains, the harder

first time.

it is to clean. See each component’s section in this

guide for specific instructions.

Brushed Stainless Steel Finish

Wash with soap and water. For heavy soils, first cover

with a damp cloth and let soak 30 minutes. A stainless

steel cleaner may be used.

To remove fingerprints, apply a little baby oil or

cooking oil with a cloth or paper towel. Rub in the

same direction as the brush marks in the stainless

steel finish.

Cleaning methods described above may prove

ineffective. Stubborn baked-on food residue or stains

on the stainless steel surfaces can be removed by

using pad-type oven cleaners. For your safety, use

extreme caution. Oven cleaners are caustic and can

damage or discolor most other surfaces.

Do not use spray-type oven cleaners. Overspray will

damage nearby surfaces. Use newspaper and masking

tape to cover surfaces such as back wall, control

panel, range sides, countertop, etc. Remove gates,

grill element, porcelain enamel drip pan or ~tiddle.

Control Panel and Knobs

Clean up any spills or spatters with a damp cloth.

Remove heavier soil with warm, soapy water.

Clean the control panel with mild liquid dish

detergent and a soft cloth. Rub the control panel

lightly.

CAUTION: Do not use abrasives of any kind

on the control panel.

The control knobs may be removed for

easier cleaning.

To remove a knob, pull it straight off the stem.

Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not soak.

Do not allow water to run down inside the surface of

the panel while cleaning. After drying, return the

knobs to the cooktop, making sure to match the flat

area on the knob to the shaft.

Halogen/Radiant Cooktop—G1ass Ceramic Cooktop Cleaning

Cleaning of glass ceramic cooktops is different from

cleaning a standard porcelain finish. To maintain and

protect the surface of your new glass ceramic cooktop

follow these basic steps.

Before you use the cooktop for the first time, clean it

with Cook Top Cleaning Creme. This helps protect

the top and makes clean-up easier.

DAILY CLEANING: Use only Cook Top Cleaning

Creme on Glass Ceramic.

For normal, light soil:

1. Rub a few drops (less is better) of Cook Top

Cleaning Creme onto soiled area using a damp

paper towel. Buff with a dry paper towel until all

soil and creme are removed. Frequent cleaning

leaves a protective coating which is essential in

preventing scratches and abrasions.

2. Clean surface with Cook Top Cleaning Creme

after each use.

For heavy, burned on soil:

1. Apply a few drops of Cook Top Cleaning Creme

to the (cool) soiled area.

2. Using a damp paper towel, rub creme into the

burned on area. As with any burned on spill, this

may require some effort.

3. Carefully scrape soil with razor scraper. Hold

scraper at a 30° angle against the ceramic surface.

4. If any soil remains, repeat the steps listed above.

For additional protection, after all soil has been

removed, polish the entire surface with the Cook

Top Cleaning Creme.

5. Buff with a dry paper towel.

NOTE:

Using a razor scraper will not damage the surface

if the 30° angle is maintained.

Be sure to use a new, sharp razor scraper.

Do not use a dull or nicked blade.

Store the razor scraper out of reach of children.

PRECAUTIONS

● Most cleaners contain ammonia, chemicals and

abrasives which can damage the surface of your

cooktop. Use only the Cook Top Cleaning Creme

for proper cleaning and protection of your glass

ceramic surface.

● If you slide aluminum or copper cookware across

the surface of your cooktop, they may leave metal

markings which appear as scratches. If this should

happen, use the razor scraper and Cleaning Creme to

remove these markings. Failure to remove these

residues immediate y may leave permanent marks.

● Water stains (mineral deposits) are removable

using Cook Top Cleaning Creme or full strength

white vinegar.

SPECIAL CARE: Sugary spillovers (such as jellies,

fudge, candy syrups) or melted plastics can cause

pitting of the surface of your cooktop (not covered by

the warranty) unless the spill is removed while still

hot. Special care should be taken when removing

hot substances. Follow these instructions carefully

and remove soil while spill is still hot.

1. Turn off all surface units affected by the spillover.

Remove hot pans.

2. Wearing an oven mitt, hold the

razor scraper at a 30° angle to the

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cooktop and scrape hot spill to a : “- ‘“”

cool area outside the surface unit.

3. With the spill in a cool area use a dry paper towel to

remove any excess. Any spillover remaining should

be lefi until the surface of the cooktop has cooled.

Do not continue to use the soiled surface unit until all

of the spillover has been removed. Follow the steps

under Heavy Soil to continue the cleaning process.

COOKTOP SEAL: To clean the cooktop seal, let a

wet cloth rest on it for a few minutes, then wipe clean.

Use a mild detergent if needed. Do not use a knife or any

sharp object on the seal because it will cut or damage it.

GENERAL INFORMATION: As the Cook Top

Cleaning Creme cleans, it leaves a protective coating

on the cooktop surface. This coating helps to prevent

build-up of mineral deposits (water spots) and will

make future cleaning easier. Dishwashing detergents

remove this protective coating and therefore make the

cooktop more susceptible to staining.

To conveniently order more creme and/or scrapers

for cleaning your glass ceramic cooktop, please call

our toll free number:

National Parts Center 800-626-2002

Creme 10 oz.

# WB02X8273

Scraper

# WX5X1614

Creme and scraper kit

# WB64X5027

. If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum, copper or

enamel are allowed to boil dry, the overlay may bond

with the glass ceramic and leave a black discoloration.

This should be removed immediately before heating

again or the discoloration may be permanent.

s Use of window cleaner may leave an iridescent

film on the cooktop. Cook Top Cleaning Creme

will remove this discoloration.

Read and follow all instructions and warnings

on Cook Top Cleaning Creme labels.

(continued next page)

CARE AND CLEANING

(continued)

Gas Burner Assembly

The burner assemblies should be washed regularly

and after spillovers.

Turn all control knobs to the off (0) position before

removing burner parts and the drip pan.

CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER

WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS CORRECTLY

IN PLACE. The electrode of the spark igniter is

exposed when the burner cap is removed. Contact

with an exposed igniter while a burner is being

turned on will cause a slight electrical shock.

The burner grate, burner caps and burner support

rings can be Iifted off, making them easy to clean.

(The drip pan cannot be removed.) Wash burner parts

with an all-purpose, non-abrasive cleaner and warm

water. Soak stubborn soil. Dry the burner assemblies

with a cloth-don’t reassemble them wet.

To reassemble: Place the burner support ring onto the

burner bowl first. Before replacing the burner cap,

first examine the four notches on its underside. One of

the notches, shaped differently from the other three,

includes an indexing key for the spark igniter—

this notch fits over the spark igniter. When replacing

the burner grate, make sure the bottom of the burner

orate fits securely into a corresponding ridge in the

arip pan.

Burner grates can be cleaned by hand or in a self-

cleaning oven. Although the burnergrate is durable, it

will ~qaduallylose its shine, regardless of the care you

take of it. This is due to its exposure to the high

temperatureof the gas flames.

To preserve the porcelain enamel finish as long as

possible, have a pan on the grate before you turn on

the burner, and lower the flame when food reaches the

desired cooking temperature.

Burner

~ Support Ring

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Grill Component

Clean the grill component after every use. Do not put

the element into water. It cleans itself when heated

during normal use. To remove any charred soil, clean

with a dry, stiff brush when the element is cool. Never

use steel wool or metal scouring pads because they

may damage the outer casing of the element.

Wash the grill grate in the sink in soap and water.

The grate may be soaked in a solution of dishwasher

detergent and hot water. Use a non-metal scouring

pad if necessary. Do not use abrasive cleaning

products. The grill grate can also be cleaned in a

self-cleaning oven.

From time to time, you should recondition the

grate with no-stick cooking spray. See the Grill

Component section.

Wash the porcelain enamel drip pan in the sink with

soap and water, or put it in the dishwasher. Soak

stubborn stains, then rub gently with a scouring pad.

Do not put the drip pan in the oven during a self-

cleaning cycle. Doing so will cause discoloration

and damage the finish.

Griddle Accessory

After cooking a greasy food, wipe the non-stick

To prolong the life of the griddle, hold the plug box

oriddle with a dry paper towel while it is still warm.

part of the griddle out of the water when cleaning.

fie careful not to bum your fingers. When the griddle

From time to time, recondition the ~tiddle with no-stick

is cool, wash it in the sink in soap and water. Use a

cooking spray. See the Griddle Accessory section.

non-metal scouring pad if necessary. Do not use

abrasive cleaning products. Do not wash in the

It is a good idea to store the griddle on one edge.

dishwasher or in any way immerse the electrical

If you lay it flat, pans or other cookware maybe put

plug and box.

on top and scratch the non-stick coating.

Porcelain Enamel Grease Well

Porcelain enamel can crack or chip with misuse.

When cleaning a porcelain enamel grease well, be

Itcan stain if spillovers of foods with a high acid careful not to get the electrical receptacles wet. Do

content (such as tomatoes or lemon juice) are not not try to fill the well with water when cleaning. Be

cleaned up quickly. sure the drain hole and tube in the grease well are

not clogged.

Grease Jars

On the underside of the grill cooktop component, a

crease jar is mounted to catch fat and drippings.

The lid of the jar is permanently mounted to the

bottom of the cooktop component box. The lid is

connected by a tube to a spout at the front of the

grease well. The jar can be unscrewed from the lid to

be emptied and cleaned or to be replaced. The jar is a

standard 1-pint jar. Quart canning jars may also fit.

Do not use thin-walled glass or plastic jars, such

as those having contained food products. Such jars

could fracture.

Different foods give different amounts of fat and

drippings, so you should inspect the jar each time it is

used. If the jar is not emptied or replaced often enough,

the fat and drippings may overflow. Be sure the drain

hole and tube in the grease well are not clogged.

(continued next page)

CARE AND CLEANING

(continued)

How to Clean the Vent System

The downdraft vent grille and filter should be cleaned

frequently—

after every use is best. Before cleaning

the vent system, be sure exhaust blower is shut off.

To remove parts for cleaning:

1. Lift off the vent ~tille.

2. Rotate the latch away from the solid edge of

the filter to free the filter. Pull out the aluminum

grease filter.

How to Clean the Vent Grille

To clean the vent ~tille, remove it from the cooktop by lifting it up.

It can be cleaned by hand, in the dishwasher or in a self-cleaning oven.

How to Clean the Filters

To clean the falter, soak, then agitate filter in hot

To replace cleaned parts:

detergent solution prepared in the sink. Using ammonia

1. The round comers are the bottom edge of the

or other alkali will darken the metal. Light brushing

filter. Insert the filter into the vent shaft (round

can be used to remove embedded dirt. Be careful not

to disturb the aluminum fabric of the filter body.

comers down) until the latch can be rotated to

secure the filter.

Rinse, shake and remove moisture before replacing. It

2. Replace the vent grille.

is advised that filters should be cleaned afier every use.

Before replacing the filter into the vent system

housing, inspect and wipe clean the housing walls.

Do not allow grease accumulation to form.

Never operate the vent system without the filter

in place. In situations where flaming might occur,

the filter will retard entry of flames into the exhaust

blower.

THE PROBLEM SOL~R

PROBLEM

COMPONENTS ARE

NOT FUNCTIONING

PROPERLY

HALOGENRADIANT

SURFACE UNITS WILL NOT

MAINTAIN A ROLLING

BOIL OR FRYING RATE

IS NOT FAST ENOUGH

HALOGEN/RADIANT

COOKTOP FEELS HOT

FOODS COOK SLOWLY

ON HALOGENRA.DIANT

COOKTOP

TINY SCRATCHES

(may appear as cracks) OR

ABRASIONS ON HALOGEN1

RADIANT COOKTOP

GLASS SURFACE

METAL MARKINGS

(may appear as scratches

on halogenhadiant cooktop

glass surface)

DARK STREAKS OR SPECKS

ON HALOGE.NRADIANT

COMPONENT

AREAS OF DISCOLORATION

ON HALOGEN/RADIANT

SURFACE COOKTOP

FREQUENT CYCLING OFF

AND ON OF HALOGENJ

RADIANT SURFACE UNITS

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● Difficulty may be in the main distribution panel of your house caused by a

blown circuit fuse, a tripped circuit breaker, the main fise or the main circuit

breaker, depending on the nature of the power supply. If a circuit breaker is

involved, reset it. If the control box uses fuses, the circuit fuse (a cartridge-type)

should be changed, BUT ONLY BY SOMEONE FAMILIAR WITH

ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS. If, after performing one of these procedures, the

fuse blows or circuit breaker trips again, call for semice.

NOTE: Apartment tenants or condominium owners should request their building

management perform this check before calling for service.

● Controls are not properly set or wrong control is set for the component or

surface unit you are using.

c Entire grill or griddle element is not plugged in properly.

c Consider the possibility of interruption in gas or electric service from the

utility source.

c You must use pans which are absolutely flat. If light can be seen between the

pan bottom and a straight edge, the halogenhadiant surface units will not

transfer heat properly.

● Pan bottoms should closely match the diameter of the surface unit selected.

● The halogen/radiant cooktop may seem hotter than you are used to.

This is normal.

c Make sure flat-bottomed pans are used.

● Using the vent will help keep the halogenhadiant cooktop cooler.

● Improper cookware being used. Pan bottoms should be fla~ fairly heavy

weight and the same diameter as the surface unit selected.

● Incorrect cleaning methods have been used, cookware with rough bottoms

have been used or coarse particles (salt or sand) were between the cookware

and the surface of cooktop. Use recommended cleaning procedures, be sure

cookware bottoms and cookware are clean before use and use cookware with

smooth bottoms. Thy scratches are not removable but will become less visible

in time as a result of cleaning.

● Do not slide aluminum cookware across the surface. Use the recommended

cleaning procedure to remove marks.

c Incorrect cleaning materials have been used, encrusted boilovers or ~~ease

spatters remain on the surface. Use a razor scraper and the recommended

cleaning procedure.

● Use a razor scraper and recommended cleaning procedure.

● Marks from aluminum and copper pans as well as mineral deposits from water

or food can be removed with Cook Top Cleaning Creme.

c Incorrect cookware used. Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling.

(continued next page)

THE PROBLEM SOLWR

PROBLEM

HOT SUGAR MIXTURES/

PLASTIC MELTED TO

THE HALOGEN/RADIANT

SURFACE

CONTROL KNOB

WILL NOT TURN

SPARKING SOUND

OF SPARK IGNITER

PERSISTS AFTER

BURNER LIGHTS

SP~KING SOUND PERSIST$

AIWER BURNER IS OFF

BURNERS DO

NOT LIGHT

BURNERS HAVE

YELLOW OR

YELLOW-TIPPED

FLAMES

VENT SYSTEM

BLOWER DOES

NOT WORK

GRILL OR GRIDDLE

IS NOT FUNCTIONING

PROPERLY

FOODS STICK

TO GRILL OR

GRIDDLE

EXCESSIVE SMOKE

(continued)

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● Turn the surface unit to LO, wipe the hot cooktop with several dry paper towels.

Use a razor scraper held at a 30° angle to the cooktop to scrape the hot spill to

a cool area outside the surface unit. Let the cooktop COO1.Clean with Cook Top

Cleaning Creme.

● When the knob is at the OFF position, it must be pushed in before it can be turned.

When the knob is at any other position, it can be turned without being pushed in.

s Sparking of the igniter is normal. Air currents in the kitchen from an open

window or a person moving quickly can interrupt the flame, causing automatic

relight sparking. As the burner warms, the sparking is less likely to occur. If the

sparking persists for a long time, call for service.

● Be sure the control knobs are in the OFF position. If the sparking sound persists

call for service.

. Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live power outlet.

. Gas supply not connected or not turned on.

● Orifice in burner body may be clogged (see the Gas Burner Component section).

Remove the obstruction.

● Burner parts not replaced correctly (see the Gas Burner Component section).

. Counter unit not properly ~groundedor polarized. This can affect spark ignition.

● Soil clogging holes in burner cap. Remove and clean.

● Cooktop burner top not replaced correctly.

(A) Yellow flames

(B) Yellow-tipped flames (C) Normal soft blue flames

● If burnerflames look like (A) or (B), call for service. Normal burnerflames

should look like (C), burning with a soft blue flame.

● The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped, or a fuse has been blown.

● If the components operate but the blower doesn’t, the fault may be in the

blower control switch or blower wiring connections. Be sure to disconnect

power to the cooktop at the household distribution panel before attempting to

service the blower yourself.

● Grill element is not plugged in solidly.

* GriIl or ~tiddle element controls are not properly set.

● To use the entire surface of the ~till, it is necessary to turn on both the

front and the rear controls.

. Grill or ~tiddle was not pre-seasoned before first use.

● Heat setting is too high.

. Coating of griddle has been darnaged by use of sharp instruments or

abrasive cleaners.

s Accumulated ~~easein the drip pan or ~~easewell or food soil on the grate

are causing excessive smoke.

. Fats were not trimmed from meats prior to cooking.

If you need more help... call, toll free:

GE Answer Center@ 800.626.2000 consumer information service

Table of Contents

Installation Instructions

.......................................................................................... 34

Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................... 34

Installations not allowed .................................................................................... 34

Warnings ............................................................................................................... 34

Tools Required ..................................................................................................... 34

Design Information .................................................................................................. 35

Models available

.................................................................................................

Installation accessories ..................................................................................... 36

Dimensions and clearances

........................................................................

36-38

Installation options ............................................................................................. 39

Installation rules .................................................................................................. 39

Venting rules ........................................................................................................ 39

Step 1 Preparing for installation ................................................................... 40

Cabinetry

...................................................................................................................

Step 2 Preparing the countertop

..................................................................

Cutout information ..................................................................................... 41

Cutout information: single component ................................................... 41

Cutout information: multiple component ............................................... 42

Cutout information: alternate arrangements ...................................

43-44

Ductwork ...................................................................................................................

Step 3 Preparing for ductwork ...................................................................... 45

Venting options ........................................................................................... 45

Ductwork

advance planning

....................................................................

Step 4 Installing the ductwork

......................................................................

Ductwork arrangements ...........................................................................

Optional duct arrangement under concrete slab ................................. 47

Finalize ductwork

.......................................................................................

Duct fittings ................................................................................................. 48

Gas and Electrical Supply

Step 5 Gas supply location ............................................................................ 49

Step 6 Electrical supply location

..................................................................

Installation

Step 7 Installation ............................................................................................ 50

Halogen, updraft grill and downdraft grill

.............................................

Gascooktop................................................................................................ 50

Apply gasket strip ......................................................................................

Remove knobs and trim ............................................................................ 50

Joining multiple cooktops ........................................................................ 51

Attaching chassis support brace to equal-height cooktops ..............51

Attaching chassis support brace to different-height cooktops ........51

Joining cooktop to downdraft vent ......................................................... 52

Joining additional cooktop to downdraft vent or to downdraft grill. 53

Securing cooktop(s) to countefiop ......................................................... 53

Reorient blower .......................................................................................... 54

Relocate blower

.........................................................................................

Step 8 Connect gas ........................................................................................- 55

Step 9 Connect electrical

...............................................................................

Electrical power requirements ................................................................ 56

Step 10 Assemble burners, check ignition

...................................................

Remote Control Installation

Pub. No. 3-AO1O option for component cooktops ......................................... 58

Mounting downdraft blower control

..........................................................

58-59

Accessory kit Installation ............................................................................. 59-60

NC)TE:

While performing installations described in this guide. safety glasses or goggles should be worn.

Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at General Electric. Therefore, materials.

appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Installation Instructions

Important

safety

instructions

Installations

not allowed:

Took

required

Before you begin – Read these instructions completely and carefully.

IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT - OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES.

A1ote to Installer -Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.

Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions with your Use and Care Book for future reference.

Note - This appliance must be properly grounded.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Open windows.

2. Don’t touch electrical switches.

3. Extinguish any open flame.

4. Immediately call your gas supplier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use

gasoline or other

flammable vapors

and liquids in the

vich+ of these or

any other appliances.

In the absence of local

codes, the gas cooktop

must comply with the

National Fuel Gas Code.

ANSI Z223.1 -1990.

NOTE: While performing

installations described in this

book. safety glasses or goggles

should be worn.

Not

Acceptable

Front

Do NOT install a downdraft vent behind a cooktop,

UNLESS you use accessory kit .3-AOI Oto move the

control to the front of the cabinet.

Do NOT install a gas or grill cooktop where the knobs

are between the heated area and the downdraft vent.

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WARNING:

Improper install-

ation,adjustmen$

alte=tion, service

or maintenance

can cause injury or

property damage.

Refer to this

manual.

For assistance or

additional informa-

tion consult a

qualified installer,

service agenq,

manufacturer

(dealer) or the gas

supplier.

Electrical Requirements

CAUTION:,.,~..s....

SAFETY, REMOVEHOUSEFUSEORCIRCUIT

BREAKERBEFOREBEGINNINGINSTALLATION.

This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and

frequency, as listed with Step 9, and connected to an

individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a

circuit breaker or time delay fuse. Proper electrical ratings

should be verified with listing on product’s rating plate.

Wiring must conform to the requirements of the National

Electrical Code. If the electric supply provided does not meet

the above specifications, call a licensed electrician.

WARNING:

Any home ventilation system, such as a cooktop with

a downdraft exhaust mechanism, may interfere with

the proper flow of exhaust products or combustion

air required by gas furnaces, gas water heaters,

fireplaces, or other naturally vented systems. To

minimize the chance of interference with such

naturally vented systems, follow the heating equip

ment manufacturer’s guidelines, and local codes.

Also follow the guidelines in ASHRAE Standard 62-

1989. “Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air

Quality,” section 5.8. When following these guide-

lines, be sure to test for proper airflow direction into

the draft hood of a naturally vented gas furnace or

water heater. This can be checked by striking a match,

blowing it out, and while it is still smoking, holding it

near the draft hood relief opening. If smoke is drawn

into the opening, vent flow is in the proper direction.

If the ASHILAE Standard 62 guidelines are not

satisfied, a positive supply of outside air may have to

be supplied.

“ 1/4” nutdriver

“ Phillips screwdriver “ Saw

“ Sheet metal screws

“ 5/16” nutdriver

“ 7/ 16“ socket wrench

“ Carpenter’s square

“ Measuring tape

“ Scissors “ Duct tape

“ Electrician’s pliers

Design Information

Mode&

available

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ZEW745T

Halogen and Radian?

Cooktop Component

(240 volt and208 volt)

Diagram 35.t

ZGW724EN

Gas Cooktop Component.

Right Hand Controls

ZG W125EN

Gas Cooktop Component,

Left Hand Controls

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ZEW154N

Updrafi Grill Cooktop Component

(208 voh)

ZEW155N

Updraft Grill Cooktop Component

(240 volt)

Diagram 35.3

ZEW164N

Downdraft Grill Cooktop

Component

(208 volt)

ZEW165N

Downdraft Grill Cooktop

Component (240 volt)

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uiagram XI 4

ZEW175N

Downdraft Vent Component

Pub.

No. 3-AO1O

Optional Flemote Control

Accessory Kit

Diagram 35.5

Design Information

Component Cooking Surfaces

Installation

accesson”es

End Cap Downdraft

.lomer

Downdraft

Joiner

End Cap

“ Joiner strips and end caps provide a finished look to

any modular cooking arrangement. (Shipped with

product.)

Dimensions

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ZG W124EN

Gas Cooktoo Comoonent

and clearances

Right Hand Controls

ZG W725EN

Gas Cooktop Component

Left Hand Controls

If installation includes a

drawer beneath gas

cooktop, make allowance

for gas inlet pipe. Gas

inlet extends 1-1/4” from

bottom.

~ote; Gas units are not

convertible to liquid propane

gas operation.

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Dtagram 36.3

Includes the following:

- One joiner strip

. 1/2” inlet pipe

- Two sets clamping screws

. Pressure regulator

“ One chassis support brace

D/agram 36.3

Includes the following:

. 1/2” inlet pipe

. One joiner strip

. Pressure regulator

. Two sets clamping screws

. One chassis support brace

Gas Component

Right Hand Controls

Gas Component

Left Hand Controls

Dtagram364

Dimensions

and clearances

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ZEW145T

Halogen and Radiant

Cooktop Component

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●Allow an additional

1- depth for clearance of flexible conduit

D/agram371

Includes the following:

240 Volt and 208 Volt.

44” flexible conduit

One joiner strip

Two sets clamping screws

One chassis support brace

ZEW155N*

ZEW154N**

Updrafi Grill Cooktop Component

5%”

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Diagram 372

Includes the following:

*240 Volt AC

“ Grease collection jar

X*~08VoltAC

“ 48” flexible conduit

“ One joiner strip

“ Two sets clamping screws

“ One chassis support brace

Design Information

Component Cooking Surfaces

Dimensions

and clearances

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ZEWI 75N*

Downdraft Vent Cooktop

Component

19-7/8”

I h-l

IJagram 381

. Attaches to gas or Halogen/Radiant components

(not updraft grill)

- Blower can be relocated to opposite side of housing

Includes the following:

. 48” flexible conduit

“ Two downdraftjoiner strips

ZEW165N*

ZEW164M**

Downdraft Grill Cooktop

Component

. Blower can be relocated to opposite side of housing

Includes the following:

. Grease collection jar

. 48” flexible conduit

“ One downdraft joiner strip

. One set clamping screws

*115Volt AC

One downdraft endcap

Two vent housing

support braces

*240 Volt AC

**208 Volt AC

Downdrafl

‘17-1/2’

46-1/16.+

19-7/0”

Front View

Downdraft Grill

Exhaust Down

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Installation

o@ons

Installation

rules

Venting

ruzes

The Monogram Component Cooktop System offers the

ultimate in design and cooking flexibility, with modular

cooktops and accessories, providing a variety of cooking

technologies to meet the needs of the most discerning

cook.

“ Each component can be installed in many orientations

in the countertop.

“ Both gas and electric components can be combined

within the cooking configurations:

– Multiple electric components can operate from a

single junction box, if local codes permit.

– Multiple gas components can operate from a

manifold, as permitted by local codes.

- Updraft components can be vented according to

normal exhausting methods.

“ The downdraft grill or vent blower maybe oriented in

two directions—toward the rear or down as required.

Blower can be mounted to left or right side of vent

housing.

. Gas and halogen components are only 3-1 /4” deep,

allowing room for a drawer beneath in many cabinet

styles.

. Optional Remote Control Accessory Kit for downdraft

vent component is available for use when remote

control of blower is desired.

. Always choose cabinetry that enhances installation

“ Always consider option to shorten drawer for gas inlet

process.

clearance. (To determine location of gas pipe, refer to

. Always anticipate that cabinet modification maybe

cutout illustration in “Design Information, Dimensions

required for European or other custom cabinetry.

and clearances. )

“ Always preplan electrical and gas connections to be

. Gas components cannot be converted to liquid

accessible at installation time.

. Always consider distance to power supply, cable

propane gas operation.

lengths and bending restrictions before cutting holes.

. Always preplan component locations before installa-

. If possible, don’t cut holes for remote mount vent

tion; determine need to reorient downdraft blower

control and ductwork locations until components are

discharge direction, or if blower will need to be

on-site, with countertop in place, and all preplanning

relocated to opposite side of vent housing. (Down-

locations are confirmed.

draft unit is shipped with blower mounted on left side

. Every downdraft vent and downdraft grill cooktop

of housing. )

must have a complete, separate duct run. Ducts from

“ Always consider how cooktop (and grease collection

different downdraft units cannot be combined.

jars) or downdraft vent housing affect cabinet type

. Do NOT install a downdraft vent behind a cooktop,

selection (especially drawers).

UNLESS you use accessory kit 3-AO1 O to move the

. Always provide clearance for remote mount vent

control to the front of the cabinet.

control wiring box when installing on cabinet face

. Do NOT install a gas or grill cooktop where the knobs

between components, or other locations.

are between the heated area and the downdraft vent.

. Always anticipate base cabinet storage arrangements to .

Do NOT install an updraft grill cooktop next to a

accommodate downdraft blower and duct locations.

downdraft vent.

. Never vent a cooktop into an interior space–always

to outdoors.

. Do not install an updraft grill unless overhead vent

is 300 CFM or more.

Design Information

Step

Preparing

for

Installation

Component Cooking Surfaces

13”

Max.

I II

One orzyxwvutsrqponmlkjihgfedcbaZYXWVUTSRQPONMLKJIHGFEDCBA

30”

Min.

A ~

●*1” Min.

●2” Min.

to Wall

●1” Min

36”

to Front

to Wall

Edge

● Gas in to side to side orientation

requres 2“ min. to rear wall,

●* Gas requires 2“ min. to side wall

●Refer to Cutout

Information

.---—.“ .

c Refer to Cabinet~ Section for information on

appropriate placement and necessary clearances when

planning installation.

“ Avoid placing cabinetry directly above cooktops when

possible.

- If cabinetry is used above cooking surface:

– Use cabinets no more than 13“ deep.

– Maintain 30” minimum clearance between cooktop

and unprotected cabinets directly above cooktop.

– If clearance is less than 30”, protect cabinet bottoms

with flame-retardant millboard at least 1/4” thick or

~~psum board at least 3/ 16“ thick covered with 28

gauge sheet steel or .02” thick copper.

- Clearance between cooktop and protected cabinetry

must not be less than 24”.

– Working areas adjacent to the cooktop should have

18“ minimum clearance between countertop and

cabinet bottom.

. When installed, the following minimum clearance

must be maintained:

- 2“ from front of cooktop to front edge of

countertop.

– 1” from back of cooktop to rear wall.

-1” from side of cooktop to side wall.

Gas components require:

– 2“ from back of cooktop to rear wall.

– 2“ from side of cooktop to side wall.

Step

cutout

information

cutout

information:

singh

component

Cabinetry

Component Cooking Surfaces

Preparing

Tools and materials

the Counter-t@

required:

● Saw

● Measuring tape

● Carpenter’s square

4“ Mmlmum between Cutouts

4“

Front to Back Orientation

Uiagram47. 7

4“ Minimum between Cutouts

n’r

Side to Side Orientation

Llagram41 2

“ Minimum clearance is 4“ between cooktops in separate

cutouts.

“ The 4“ minimum clearances do not apply when

multiple component cooktops are installed in

one cutout.

1-7/8” Min. to Rear Wail (2-7/8” for gas)

1-3/4’ Min. I

to Side Wall :

(2-3/4” ;

for Gas) ,

2-1/2” Mm.

Front to Back Onentatlon

: l-3/~ Min.

I to Side Wall

;4———

: (2-3/4”

: for Gas)

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Find dimension A in chart below and onfobwingfiage.

Cut out opening as shown in diagram. Measure

carefully when cutting countertop, making sure sides

of opening are parallel and front and rear cuts are

exactly perpendicular to sides.

: 1-3/4” Min. to Rear Wall (2-3/LT for gasl [

2-1/2” Min

Side to Side Orientation

Diagram 414

The front of the opening must clear the front support

rail on the cabinet and the rear of the opening must

clear the rear support of the cabinet.

Halogen and Radiant

14-1/2”

Gas

14-1/29

Updraft Grill

15 -3/8”

Downdraft Grill 19-78”

Downdraft Vent

4-1 /4”

Cabinetry

Component Cooking Surfaces

Step

Prepating

If multiple components will be attached together, determine dimension A from the following:

the Count&op

(continued)

Unit 1 Unit 2 Lnit 3

Unit 4

Unit5

cutout

information:

multiple

component

units

0 Radiant

Radiant

o 0

29 -3/4”

‘,

RH Gas ;:!

RH Gas

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..:

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Radiant

~‘ Updraft

30-5/8”

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....

,.,,

RH Gas

-----

Downdraft

Radiant

~g,l

Vent*

...

::.

RH Gas

../”

: :1<,

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Radiant

2!} Grill

34-5/8”

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RH Gas

. :.+

—

Radiant - Downdraft

O Radiant

33-3/4”

Vent*

...

‘Y q

LH Gas

RH Gas

. .

.. .

.—

—-.

.......

,;i

Downdraft O

Radiant

‘ Radiant

49 -7/8”

: ::,,

:=–c Grill

o 0

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,<.

..,:

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LH Gas

O Radiant ~” Downdraft

Radiant : Downdraft

O Radiant 53”

Vent*

Downdraft O

Radiant ~,~

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Downdraft

O Radiant

53-1/2”

Vent*

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Vent*

O Radiant ““

❑

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Radiant

53-7/8”

.,.

Vent* :-‘

l“.’ Gri]l*

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*See “Venting rules” concerning placement of knobs in relation to downdraft vent.

If your configuration is not shown, refer to following page.

Preparing

If your configuration is not shown in the previous

Step

the Counter-top

charts, use the following chart to calculate your cutout

(continued)

size. For each of the following components, add the

dimensions given.

cutout

information:

altmate

arrangements

Component/ Model/ Quantity Sub Total

Connector

Name Width

Used

Width

ZEW145T

Halogen and Radiant

Component

141/2”

ZGW124EN

ZGW125EN Gas Component

141/2”

ZEW165N

Downdraft Grill

ZEW164N

Component

19-7/8”

ZEW155N

Updraft Grill

ZEW154N

Component

15-3/8”

4-1/4”

Connection between

two cooktops (including

updraft grill and non-vent

Joiner Strip side of downdraft grill)

3/4”

Connection between

cooktop and

Downdraft

downdraft vent or vent

Joiner Strip side of downdraft grill

1/4”

Provide finished look to

Cooktop and component cooktop

Downdraft arrangement. Do not

Vent End

count as part of

Caps cutout width.

()!!

o“

Total Cutout Width

Llagram 43 I

Cabinetry

Component Cooking Surfaces

Step

Prepating

the Countertc@

(continued)

cutout

information:

alternate

arrangements

(continued)

Example. To determine cutout for a Radiant component, plus Gas plus Downdraft Vent component, plus Gas

A= 14-1/2” + 3/4” + 14-1/2” +

1/4” + 4-1/4” + 1/4” +

14-1/2” =

49” Total

‘Endcapsdo not

add to cutout

~A~

Ductwork

Component Cooking Surfaces

Preparing

Step

JorDuctwork

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Through Floor Between Joists

Through Floor & Under Jotsts

Diagram 451

to Roof

Direct to Outdoors

fhgram 45.2

Because the .Monogram Component Cooktop System .

has a variety of cooking technologies adaptable to a .

wide array of countertop configurations, multiple

cooktops and downdraft vent units maybe utilized in .

a single design project.

Call GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 any hour of the

day or night, for venting problems unique to your

kitchen project.

Plan route for venting exhaust to outdoors.

Ductwork MUST be vented to outdoors—never to a

crawl space, attic or other enclosed space.

Duct should be located between floorjoists or wall

studs, if possible.

Blower can be relocated to opposite side of downdraft

vent housing in order to maximize under-counter

space, or bypass a stud, joist, or other obstruction.

(Refer to Installation Section, “Relocate Blower”. )

Ductwork

advance

planning

Select downward or horizontal venting. To convert

blower for horizontal exhaust, remove four nuts inside

housing which hold blower. Remove blower and rotate

so exhaust faces rear of cooktop. Replace nuts.

Blower may be rotated slightly so exhaust duct will clear

floor joist or other obstacle. To adjust blower position,

loosen four nuts inside housing and rotate blower.

Use shortest and straightest duct route possible. For

satisfactory performance, duct run should not exceed

100 feet equivalent length for any duct configurations.

Refer to “Duct fittings” chart in Ductwork section to

compute maximum permissible lengths for duct runs

to outdoors.

Ductwork

Component Cooking Surfaces

Step

Installing

Tools and materials

the Ductwork

required:

● Hole saw

s Measuring tape

Ductwork

s Framing square

arrangements

“ Using countertop layout

lines as reference,

project center line of

vent component

vertically onto rear and

floor of cabinet.

“ Using center line of vent

component and rear

cutout edges of counter

as reference—locate

center of ductwork exit

hole(s) according to

blower location and

orientation.

- Using a compass, draw

circle, on center the size

of duct.

“ Double check all

measurements before

cutting holes—seat units

into respective cutouts, if

necessary, to confirm

their locations.

“ Cut 6-1/2” diameter

hole(s) through

cabinet wall or floor

as appropriate.

~ore: Every downdraft vent and

downdraft grill must have a

complete, separate duct run.

Downdraft

Blower Mounted left, Oriented Rear

Blower Mounted Right, Oriented Rear.

Blower Mounted Left, Oriented Down

Blower Mounted Right, Oriented Down.

Side to Side Orientation,

Blower Oriented Down.

Side to Side Orientation,

Blower Oriented Right.

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Note:

These 3 side to side

!“

orientation installations require

Remote Control Pub. No. 3-AO1 O

Accessory Kit.

Side to Side Orientation,

Blower Oriented Left.

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Step

Installing

the Ductwork

(continued)

Optional

duct

arrangement

under

concreteslab

Finalize

ductwork

Diagram 471

“ The illustration above is applicable only to downdraft

vented cooktop installation into slab construction.

“ Use recommended wall caps with damper. Laundry

type wall caps should never be used.

- Ductwork must be vented to the outside.

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Note: Localbuilding code must

a concrete slab.

be followed for installation and

. Each cooktop blower system requires a separate duct

in specifying approved type and

system.

schedule of PVC duct used.

Airflow

Duct Tape

Over Seam

and Screw

Screw

Diagram 472

. Install ductwork, making connections in direction of

airflow as shown.

. Secure all joints in ductwork with sheet metal screws.

. Wrap joints with duct tape for airtight seal.

. Install a wall cap with damper or roof cap at exterior

opening.

Ductwork

Component Cooking Surfaces

Step

Installing

the Ductwork

(continued)

Duct

fittings

Use copies of this form to

compute maximum

permissible lengths for

duct runs to outdoors.zyxwvutsrqponmlkjihgfedcbaZYXWVUTSRQPONMLKJIHGFEDCBA

Note: Do not exceed maximum

permissible equivalent lengths!

Flexible dueting

If flexible metal ducting is

used, all the equivalent

length values in the table

should be doubled. The

flexible metal duct should

be straight and smooth

and extended as much as

possible.

Do NOT use flexible

plastic ducting.

Component Cooktop System

100’ maximum equivalent

length

CAUTION:

Any home ventilation system, such

as a cooktop with a downdraft

exhaust mechanism, may interrupt

the proper flow of combustion air

and exhaust required by fireplaces,

gas furnaces, gas water heaters

and other naturally vented

systems. To minimize the chance

of interruption of such naturally

vented systems, follow the heating

equipment manufacturer’s

guidelines and safety standards

such as those published by NFPA

and ASHRAE.

Total

Equivalent Quantity

Equivalent

Duct Piece

Dimensions

Length* Used Length

1 ft.

6“ round,

(per foot

straight

length)

)

1 ft.

3-1/4” x 1

o“

(per foot

v /

straight length)

6“

90° elbow 15 ft.

~,1

45° elbow 9 ft.

3-1/4” x 1o“

90° elbow

15 ft.

3-1/4” x lo”

45° elbow 9 ft.

3-1/4” x 1o“

90° flat elbow 20 ft.

6“

round

to .3-1/4” x 1o“

transition

1 ft.

3-1/4” x lo”

to 6“ round

transition 5 ft.

6“ round to

%1/4” x lo”

transition

90° elbow

5 ft.

3-1/4” X 10” to 6“

round transition

90° elbow 15 ft.

6“ round

wall cap

with damper

30 ft.

3-1/4” x 1o“

wall cap

with damper

30 ft.

6“ round

roof cap

26 ft.

6“ round

roof vent 24 ft.

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481

Total Duct Run_

● Actual length of straight duct plus duct fitting

equivalent. Equivalent Length of duct pieces are based

on actual tests conducted by GE Evaluation Engineer-

ing and reflect requirements for good venting

performance with any downdraft cooktop.

Gas and Electrical Supply

Component Cooking Surfaces

Gas

Step

supply

location

Tools and materials

required:

● Pipe and fittings as required.

● Manual gas-line shut-off

valve.

Monogram component gas cooktops (used with either

updraft or downdraft venting) are designed to operate

on natural gas at 4“ water column pressure. Cooktop is

supplied with 3/8” NPT female gas connection at right

rear corner for right hand control unit and left rear

corner for left hand control unit.

. Component gas cooktops cannot be converted to

liquid propane gas operation.

“ Make gas connection through rear wall, or on cabinet

floor at rear.

For rigid connection:

“ Locate pipe stub:

- 47/1 6“ from center line of cooking unit.

– on back wall at least 12” below counter or

– on floor 2-1/2” forward of back of counter cutout.

– Refer to cutout information for details on

Gas Supply Options

‘Important 12- min. is specified

to allow space for shut-off valve if

supply is opted to enter from rear.

.“ .

uiagram 4YI

countertop cutouts.

For flexible connection:

Both left and right-controlled gas units are illustrated

. Locate pipe stub on floor or back wall in a convenient

togetherinordertocomparetheir supply rough-in

location.

locations.

. Install a manual shut-off valve in gas line in an easily

accessible location.

Step

Electrical

Tools and materials required:

supply

● 120and 240 volt junction boxes.

location

● Electrical cable as required by local codes.

Monogram Halogen/Radiant, updraft grill and

downdraft grill component cooktops operate on

208/240 volt 60 Hz; the gas component cooktops and

downdraft vent component operate on 120 volt 60 Hz

from a separate junction box. A dedicated circuit,

protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker, is

required for cooktops; the downdraft vent requires an

appliance circuit with a time delay fuse or circuit breaker.

If local codes allow, more than one cooktop can be used

on the same branch circuit.

See local codes or the National Electrical Code for circuit

demand loads. The downdraft vent component features

an integral variable-speed blower control switch.

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40”radius ,

radius #

[

electrical ‘

electrical

outlet area I -. ‘Utlet area ‘

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4“

electrical

~ power

cord

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location

/’

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a’

locat’on ZEW155N

35” radius

electrical”,

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outlet area

‘1” \r2” I /out’etarea

electric

power

cord

location

ZEW165N

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Installation

Component Cooking Surfaces

Installation

Tools and materials

● 1/4” nutdriver

● Flanged joiner nurs (supplied)

Step

required:

●5/16° nutdriver QTwo hex-head bolts (choice

● Measuring tape ● 7/16“ and 5/16” socket and

of two lengths supplied)

● Pencil

ratchet wrench

● Hold-down brackets

Halogm/Radiant I$&’~eSivegasketStrip

● #2 Phillips screwdriver bit

(supplied)

cookt+, updra~ -

socket

● Cable-ties

(supplied)

● Philiips screwdriver

● Clean towel

grz”lland

doumdrafip”ll

If installing a downdraft grill cooktop and blower that

requires reorientation and/or relocation, refer to

“ReOtient Blowern and “Relocate Blower”.

Gas

cookt~

Tools and materials

required:

● Self-adhesive gasket strip

(supplied)

● Measuring tape

● Pencil

● Scissors

● Flanged joiner nuts (supplied)

● Two hex-head bolts (choice

of two lengths, supplied)

● 1/4” nutdriver

● Gas pressure regulator

(supplied)

● Largeflat-blade screwdriver

● Saw

● Carpenter’s square

● Pipe wrench

● 3/4” NPT x 3/4” I.D. or

1/2” NPT x 1/2” I.D. flare

union adaptor

● 1/2” NPT x 3/4” I.D. or

1/2” I.D. flare union adaptor

● Gas-resistant pipe joint

sealant

● 5 foot AGA-certified flexible

metal appliance connector,

3/4” or 1/2’ I.D. to match gas

supply line.

- If required by local codes,

use solid pipe with fittings

as required.

A@lj

gasketstrip

Llagfam 501

. Apply foam tape (provided) on top surface of counter-

top precisely along edge of cutout on all four sides.

Remove knobs “

and tm”m

Turn all control knobs to OFF position.

Carefully remove cooktop and downdraft vent

component control knobs by lifting (with fingers only)

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Note: To prevent scratching

Remove all grates, burner caps and vent covers from

knobs, remove them from unit

before it is turned face down.

components,

Installation

Step

(continued)

Jo~n@

multiple

cooktops

Remove —

These Nuts

Cooktop

Joiner Strip

D/agram57 7

If available, an assisrant can ease the installation process.

“ Place flanged nuts in end of 5/16“ nutdriver. From

“ Using a large, solid work surface, lay cooktops upside

under counter, start nuts on studs and tighten.

down on soft, clean towel.

. Remove endcaps on sides to be joined by removing

three nuts with 5/ 16“ nutdriver. Discard nuts.

. Attach joiner strip to first cooktop using nuts with

flanges and tighten.

- Place the two cooktops in countertop cutout.

- Slide the two cooktops together so that the slots in the

joiner strip are engaged by the studs, and no gaps are

between cooktops and joiners.

Note: Firmly press two cooktops

together against joiner strip to

assure tight fit.

Attachin~

When attaching gas to gas, gas to Halogen, Halogen to

chassiss;’oti

Halogen, or grill to grill, place support brace as shown.

braceto

One brace supplied with each component.

. Remove one screw from center of each cooktop chassis.

equal-height

- Position brace and retighten screws.

cookt@s

(Repeat above steps for three cooktops.)

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Attaching

When attaching grill to Halogen/Radiant or gas, place

chassissu~ort

support brace as shown.

braceto

. Remove one screw from center of each cooktop chassis.

d~jment-height

. Position brace and retighten screws.

cookto@

(Repeat above steps for three cooktops.)

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Installation

Component Cooking Surfaces

Installation

Step

(continued)

Jo~nW

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Note: To prevent knobs being

downdrafi

scratched, knobs must be

vent

removed from component before

it is turned upside down.

D/agram521

. Remove all grates, knobs, burner caps, drip pans, etc.

“ Lay cooktop upside down on soft, clean towel on a

large work surface.

s Remove endcap on side ofcooktop to bejoined by

removing three nuts with 5/ 16“ nutdnver. Discard nuts.

Important: Pre-tap holes in downdraft joiner and

endcaps by driving supplied screws through holes and

then backing out before installation. This will facilitate

the joining process later on.

- Replace endcap with downdraftjoiner strip using the

same three nuts.

“ Attach downdraft endcap to appropriate side of

downdraft vent if vent is at end of a cooktop run.

- Place downdraft vent and cooktop in countertop

cutout.

D/agram522

“ Attach one downdraft vent housing support brace

to front of unit.

. Remove two screws from front of cooktop chassis.

. Put brace in place on cooktop first, using two removed

screws. Thread a similar screw, provided, through

plenum.

. Drive two Phillips-head screws into holes inside top of

downdraft vent using Phillips screwdriver bit socket.

. If downdraft vent is installed at end of configuration,

secure downdraft endcap by driving two Phillips head

screws, as shown.

Diagram 523

. To finalize installation, proceed to “Securing

cooktop(s) to countertop. ”

- If additional cooktop(s) are to be installed, proceed to

“Joining additional cooktop to other side of downdraft

Front of Countertop

vent. ”

Downdraft Endcap

D:agram524

Installation

Step

(continued)

Jonung

additional

cooktopto

downdrafi

vent or to

downdrafi~“11

Securing

cooktop(s)to

countertop

42)

~ Front of Countertop

Diagram 53.1

“ Remove endcap on side of next cooktop to be joined.

“ Place cooktop next to downdraft vent in cutout.

“ Pre-tap holes in downdraft joiner and endcaps by

- Drive two Phillips head screws into pre-tapped holes

driving supplied screws through holes and then

using Phillips screwdriver bit socket.

backing out before installation. This will facilitate the

“ To install additional downdraft vent or cooktop refer

joining process later on. to “Joining multiple coolitops”.

- Attach downdraftjoiner strip to cooktop.

“ Loosen screws retaining holddown brackets at each

end of cooktop. Extend holddown brackets. Tighten

I \\\

screws.

o Drive long screw (two lengths provided) through

bracket until screw pressure against bottom of

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countertop secures cooktop.

Llagram 53.?

Installation

Component Cooking Surfaces

Installation

If necessary, the blower maybe rotated 90° k either

Step

(continued)

direction, or relocated to opposite side of vent housing.

“ Remove filter from vent housing with Phillips

screwdriver.

Reorient

blower

o Remove blower side plate

nutdriver and set aside.

(four nuts) with 5/1 6“

. Remove blower (four nuts) with 7/16“ socket wrench

from inside vent housing and set aside.

“ Remove blower, rotate to new position and reinstall.

- Replace and tighten four nuts using 7/ 16“ socket

wrench inside vent housing.

- Replace blower side plate and secure (four nuts) using

5/1 6“ nutdriver.

“ Reposition filter inside throat of vent housing.

D/agram 541

Diagram S42

Dfagram543

!hagram544

Step

Installation

(continued)

Relocate

blowe?-

Dfagram 551

After duct location is determined, it may be necessary to

relocate blower to opposite side of vent housing.

“ Follow previous instructions to remove blower side

plate and blower.

o Remove filter guide from inside vent housing with

Phillips screwdriver.

“ Relocate filter guide to opposite side of vent housing.

. Replace screws and tighten with Phillips screwdriver.

Relocate blower to opposite side of vent housing with

outlet oriented to rear or down as required.

. Replace and tighten removed nuts with a 7/1 6“ socket ~

wrench from inside vent housing.

Diagram 55.?

. Replace blower side plate and secure 4 nuts using

5/1 6“ nut driver. ‘

. Reposition filter inside throat of vent housing.

Connect

Step

gas

Install supplied pressure regulator in gas line as close

to cooktop inlet as possible, making allowances for

ventilation ducting as necessary.

Make sure regulator is installed in correct position.

(Note flow direction arrow on underside of regulator.)

Install manual shut-off valve in gas line in an easily

accessible location, as close to pipe stub as possible,

making allowances for ventilation ducting. Be sure you

know how and where to shut off the gas supply to

cooktop.

Appropriate flare union adaptors are required at each

end of flexible connector.

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Note: Instead of using solid

piping to connect to pressure

regulator, an approved flexible

metal appliance connector may

be used between the shut-off

and the pressure regulator, if

local codes permit.

Caution z

Do not use a flame to check for

Y /gas’eaks’

Solid Piping

or Flexible

I!!4

Connector

Shut-Off

Valve

Pipe Stub

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Installation

Component Cooking Surfaces

Step

Connect

“ Halogen/Radiant, updraft grill, downdraft grill and

electn”cal

downdraft vent component:

3-Conductor Branch Circu]t

Branch Circuit

Cooktop

Electrical

owe?-

requirements

.3-Conductor

Red Red

+120V AC

White or

Gray

White

Neutral

Bare or

Green

Black Black

-120VAC

Branch Circuit:

Lhagram 56.1

“ Connect red lead to branch circuit red lead.

“ Connect black lead to branch circuit black lead.

o Connect bare or green conductor and white lead* of

cooktop to branch circuit neutral lead, which is white

or gray.

4-Conductor Branch Clrcuh

Branch C[rcuit

Cooktop

Red Red

+120V AC

White or

Neutral

Gray

White

-120VAC :

Black

4Conductor

Bare or

GND

Green

Branch Circuit:

Llagram 56.2

“ Connect red lead to branch circuit red lead.

- Connect black lead to branch circuit black lead.

. Break connection between cooktop white lead to bare

The frames of these appliances are grounded to neutral.

or green conductor.

. Connect cooktop white lead* to branch circuit neutral

* Updraft grill has no white neutral wire. Connect only

lead, which is white or gray.

black, red and bare wires as shown. Downdraft vent

“ Ground unit by connecting bare conductor of cooktop

has no red wire. Attach white, green and black wires

to branch circuit bare or green lead (ground lead).

as shown.

,Model #

ZGW124

ZGW125

ZEW145T

ZEW154

ZEW155

ZEW164

ZEWI 65

ZEW175

Voltage

120

208

240

208

240

208

240

120

Frequency

60 Hz

AMPS

1.0

11.0

12.7

8.4

7.3

15.3

13.5

1.8

Assemble

Step

burners,

ctick

ignition

Electric Components:

Push in and turn each knob to high position. Make

sure each heating element heats up.

Gas Components:

(Electrical connections should be complete.)

“ Plug power cord into outlet.

“ Assemble burner as shown.

“ Check for proper ignition:

- Push in one control knob and turn 90° to HIGH

position.

“ First test may require some time, while air is flushed

out of the gas line:

- Turn knob to OFF.

– Repeat the procedure for each burner.

?Bumer

< W Grate

E-’

~Trim Ring

Dfagram571

Remote Control Kit Installation

Component Cooking Surfaces

Pub. No.

3-AO1O

Tools and materials

required:

optionfor

. Remote Control Kit

downdrafivent

● 1-5/8” hole saw

● 1/4” drill bit

or downdrafi

. Drill

~“11component

cPhillips screwdriver

● 9/16“ deepwell socket and

ratchet wrench

s Pencil

● 2 Phillips head screws

Uagram w 1

Mounting

downdra@

blowercontrol

Downdraft Grate

Knob/Escutcheon

Possible

Remote

Mounting

Locations

Control Box —.

Cohtrol Knob

Escutcheon

False Drawer

1-5/8”

Min.

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48”Flexible Conduit

to Power Supply

--Q-u/

to Blower

Side View:

Cabinet Front Location

-. ---

ulagram Mf.z

To assure sufficient clearance, control box cannot be

mounted directly in front of cooktop.

Cabinet front location:

Note: Control box flange

faces up.

D/agram 58.3

“ Center l/4° hole directly above 1 -5/8” hole.

Mounting

downdrafi

blowercontrol

(continued)

Countertop location:

fI/ote: Control box flange faces

toward cooktop.

Diagram 59.1

“ Center 1/4” hole to left of 1-5/8” hole. (Reverse if

cooktop control box is on other side of cooktop. )

Cabinet front location,

centered on downdraft

vent:

Note; Control box flange

faces up.

Diagram 59.2

“ Center 1/4” hole directly above 1 -5/8” hole

Accesso~ kit

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Note:Before drilling holes [n

cabinet front, remove the

cooktop assembly.

1-3/32”

4“— —

Diameter

Dtagram593

“ Locate centers of control knob and escutcheon,

marking holes on cabinet front panel or countertop

surface.

Remote Control Kit Installation

Component Cooking Surfaces

Accessorykit

installation

(continued)

D/agram 601

“ Remove grate and knobs.

“ Detach control box from front of downdraft vent or

downdraft grill by removing the two screws with a

Phillips screwdriver, and the shaft nut with a 9/ 16“

deepwell socket.

Front of

Countertop

Confirm remote control location by initial routing of

cable to assure sufficient length and bend capability.

- Drill holes:

– Wood must be 3/4” thick; shim or rout if necessary

to achieve this dimension.

“ Align (arrow points up) and insert control knob

escutcheon into hole in cabinet front.

- Route cable and control box to back side of drilled

holes.

“ Align control box (flange at top) to escutcheon.

“ Re-use shaft nut to fasten escutcheon to control box

with a 9/16“ deepwell socket wrench.

. Place knob supplied with kit on control shaft.

. Place grate supplied with kit over vent opening.

. Store original grate and knobs for optional future use.

Follow same procedure for countertop installation.

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Dtagram 60.3

NOTES

With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that ifyou ever

need information or assistance born GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!

I!Home RepairSewicezyxwvutsrqponmlkjihgfedcbaZYXWVUTSRQPONMLKJIHGFEDCBA

801WE#ARES(801M32-2737)

AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service,

scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service

company~perated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your

convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).

Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out–so most

repairs can be handled in just one visit.

GEAnswerCenter@

80/?6262000

Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer

Center@ information service is available to help. Your call–and your question–

will be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE

Answer Center@ service is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

m- A-a

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--. -. —.. —..

ForCustomersW& SpecialNeeds...

80~62ti2000

Upon request, GE will provide

Braille controls for a variety of

Monogram appliances, and a

brochure to assist in planning a

barrier-free kitchen for persons

with limited mobility. To obtain

these items, free of charge, call

800.626.2000.

Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have

access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may

call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) to request

information or service.

ServiceCbntiac&

80Wi21k2224

You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there

after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still

in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,

you’re assured of future semice at today’s prices.

PartkandAccessories

801M2&2002

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances

User maintenance instructions contained in this

can have needed partsor accessoriessent directlyto

booklet coverprocedures intended to be performed

theirhome. The GE parts system provides access to over

by any user. Other servicing generallyshould be

47,000

parts... and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are

referred to qualifled service personnel. Caution

fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards

must be exercised, since improper servicing may

are accepted.

cause unsafe operation.

YOUR MONOGRAM COOKTOP

Staple sales slip or cancelled check

WARRANTY

here. Proof of original purchase date

is needed to obtain service

under warranty.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of

charge, parts and setvice labor in

your home to repair or replacezyxwvutsrqponmlkjihgfedcbaZYXWVUTSRQPONMLKJIHGFEDCBA

my part of the cooktop that fails

because of a manufacturing defect.

FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY

(on radiantihalogen models) For

five years from the date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of

charge, parts and service labor in

your home to repair or replace the

glass cooktop due to:

. Cracking of the glass cooktop

due to thermal shock

● Discoloration of the glass cooktop

. Wear off of the pattern on the glass

Cooktop

● Cracking of the rubber seal

between the glass top and

the frame

● Bum out of any of the radiant or

halogen surface units.

This warranty is extended to the

original purchaser and any

succeeding owner for products

purchased for ordinaty home use in

the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and

Washington, D.C. In Alaska the

warranty is the same except that it is

LIMITED because you must pay to

ship the product to the service shop

or for the sewice technician’s travel

costs to your home.

All warranty service will be

provided by our Factory Service

Centers or by our authorized

Customer Care@sewicers during

normal working hours.

Should your appliance need

sewice, during warranty period or

beyond, call 800-GE-CARES

(800-432-2737).

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

● Service trips to your home to

teach you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material.

If you then have any questions

about operating the product,

please contact your dealer or our

Consumer Affairs office at the

address below, or call, toll free:

GE Answer Center@

800.626.2000

consumer information service

c Improper installation.

If you have an installation

problem, contact your dealer or

installer. You are responsible for

providing adequate electrical,

gas, exhausting and other

connecting facilities as described

in the Installation Instructions

provided with the product.

s Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

● Damage to the glass cooktop

caused by use of cleaners other

than the cooktop creme provided

with the product.

c Damage to the glass cooktop

caused by hardened spills of

sugary materials or melted plastic

that are not cleaned according

to the directions in the Use and

Care Guide.

● Damage to the product due to

misuse or abuse.

● Failure of the product if it is used

for other than its intended

purpose or used commercially.

● Damage to product caused

by accident, fire, floods or acts

of God.

WARRANTOR IS NOT

RESPONSIBLE FOR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

may not apply to you. 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 in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager-Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

Pub. S(). 49-8487

Part So. 164D!?966POI 6

D-953-4994

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Generel Electric Company

Louisville, KY 4%?25

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