GE ZGW124EN User Manual
GE ZGW124EN User Manual

GE ZGW124EN User Manual

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  • Page 1 Component CooMop System...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Model Number Manager, Consumer Relations Component GE Appliances The ZGW124EN and Appliance Park Serial Number Louisville, Kentucky 40225 are not convertible to LP gas. FINALLY, if your problem is still Model Number...
  • Page 3 Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded SAFETY by a qualified technician in accordance with the provided WARNING: If the Installation Instructions, Read all instructions information in this manual is not followed For Your Sdety may result causing IMPORTANT property damage, precautions should be followed,...
  • Page 4 (continued) Do not replace the grease Potentially hot surfaces include CAUTION: ITEMS OF INTEREST TO CHILDREN collector jar with a mayonnaise the grill grates, griddle and all jar which could break when hot components with electric cooking SHOULD NOT BE STORED elements or gas burners and grates, IN CABINETS INSTALLED any wide mouth canning jar.
  • Page 5 Cleaning Watch foods being fried at high or medium-high heat settings, Do not clean the cooktop *When flaming foods are under system with flammable or clear for proper ventilation and the exhaust hood, turn the hood volatile cleaning fluids. See burner performance.
  • Page 6 You may To purchase additional components or accessories, contact your nearest only have some installed in your GE Appliances dealer or service center. Part numbers are listed below. kitchen. All components are permanently installed with the This component has one 6“...
  • Page 7 Electric Updrafi Grill With this component, you can charbroil meat indoors all year long. Fat drains Part Numbers: away and collects in ajar attached below the grease well~The ele-ment is divided so the front and back sections can be controlled separately. (208 volts) (240 volts) Grease Well Grill Element...
  • Page 8: Control Knobs

    Solid Disk Component Cooting Guide on pages 14and 15. How to Set the Module Control Knobs Infinite Heat Controls The solid disk elements and control knobs are designed to give you an infinite choice of heat settings for cooking. The automatic element senses the temperature of the pan and regulates it according to the setting selected.
  • Page 9 Gas Burner Controls See Gas Burner Component The burners will relight at any instructions on pages 16 and 17. setting. However, for the burners to light quickly and consistently Note the caution and cookware when the gas is turned on, the advisory on page 17.
  • Page 10: The First Time

    Solid Disk Component See Solid Disk Component Cooking Guide on pages 14 and 15. General Information About Solid Disk Elements Using a solid disk element is quite similar to using an electric open coil element. You will enjoy the benefits of prolonged heat retention for cooking with both types of cooking elements.
  • Page 11 Solid Disk Element Questions and Answers Q. May I can foods and Q. Why is the cooktop hot to Q. Why does it take a long time preserves on my solid disk the touch? to cook my food on solid disk elements? elements? A.
  • Page 12: Canning

    Home Canning Tips Canning may be done on the Observe Following CAUTION: solid disk elements. Points in Canning Safe canning requires that Pots that extend beyond 1 inch of harmful microorganisms are 1. Be sure the canner fits over the cooking element’s trim ring are not destroyed and that the jars are center of the cooking element.
  • Page 13 Cookware Tips for Solid Disk Elementi The use of appropriate cookware is very important for cooking on solid disk elements. Use medium- or heavy-weight cookware. Aluminum cookware conducts heat faster than other metals. Don’t use pans with rounded Cast-iron and coated cast-iron Place only dry pans on the bottoms.
  • Page 14: Suggested Heat Settings

    Suggested Heat Settings Food Comments Beverages Cocoa Bring to a boil at 6 or 7. Heat milk at 4. Milk boils over rapidly. Watch as boiling point approaches. Coffee Place coffee in basket and water in pot. Percolate 8 to 10 minutes for 8 cups, less for fewer cups. Percolator-type To perk, set at 7 or 8.
  • Page 15 WRONG RIGHT See Cookware Tips on page 13. OVER 1“ Suggested Heat Settings Food Comments Rice Add rice to water, cover, cook on 4 according to package directions. Chocolate Set at 1 to 3—allow about 10 to 15 minutes to melt through.
  • Page 16: To Light A Burner

    Using Your Gas Burner Component How to Select Flame Size The ZGW124EN and This component has one large The flame size on a gas burner 1O,5OO-BTU burner and one should match the cookware you are not convertible to LP gas.
  • Page 17: Burner Assembly

    Cookware Advisory Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is recommended because it heats quickly and evenly. Most foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet. Minerals in food and water will stain but will not harm aluminum. A quick scour with a soap-filled steel wool pad after each use keeps aluminum cookware looking shiny and new.
  • Page 18 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.
  • Page 19: Grill Module

    How to Assemble the Preheat the grill for 10 minutes at Q. I follow the cooking times HI heat setting, then turn to the suggested, but my foods don’t Grill Module desired setting for cooking. get done properly. Is there To insert the grill: something wrong with my grill? Trim the fat from meat before...
  • Page 20 Do not leave range unattended 1. Preheat at HI setting for 10 4. Suggested cooking times should during “preheat” (knobs turned minutes before grilling. Change be used only as a guide, since to “HI”) or anytime the knobs the heat setting as advised in variables in food can change turned to “HI”...
  • Page 21: 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. You can also use the griddle as a warming tray by using a low- heat setting.
  • Page 22 Q. Do I need special cookware Griddle Tips Questions and Answers for use with my griddle? Q. How should I store my Condition or “season” griddle A. Avoid using metal cookware griddle when it is not in use? before first-time use. with sharp points or rough or sharp A.
  • Page 23 Do not leave range unattended 2. Avoid using metal utensils with Add oil or butter at end of preheat during “preheat” (knobs turned sharp points or rough or sharp time. Additional oil or butter may to “HI”) or anytime the knobs edges which may damage the non- be needed during cooking time.
  • Page 24: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleating See Cleaning Guide. It is normal for cast iron to lose its The trim rings around the elements Proper care and cleaning are are stainless steel and may be luster as it ages. This will not important so your Component affect the performance or cleaned with a stainless steel durability of the element.
  • Page 25: Grill Component

    Grill Component Griddle Accessory Grease Jars Clean the grill component after After cooking a greasy food, wipe On the underside of the grill every use. Do not put the element the non-stick griddle with a dry mounted to catch fat and drippings. into water.
  • Page 26: Vent Grille

    (continued) Removable Downdraft Vents and Grease Filters 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.
  • Page 27 Gas Burner Assembly The burner grate, burner caps and burner support rings can be lifted The burner assemblies should be off, making them easy to clean. washed regularly and after (The drip pan cannot be removed.) Wash burner parts with an all- purpose, non-abrasive cleaner and Turn all control knobs to the off warm water.
  • Page 28: Cleaning Guide

    The matte black surface can be maintained by Cello Electrol” Polish treating it periodically with the Cello Electrol” polish. It is available from your GE supplier. Use the applicator to apply a very thin coating of the polish to the entire element surface.
  • Page 29 Note: Let all components cool before touching or handling. Part Materials to Use General Directions Lift out when cool. Soak 5-10 minutes, if desired, in a Burner Caps Soap and Water DO NOT CLEAN Plastic Scouring Pad IN SELF-CLEANING solution of warm water and dishwasher detergent. Scour with materials mentioned here to remove burned-on food particles.
  • Page 30: Controls

    PROBLEM COMPONENTS ARE NOT FUNCTIONING circuit fuse, a tripped circuit breaker, the main fuse or the main circuit breaker, PROPERLY depending on the nature of the power supply, If a circuit breaker is involved, reset it. It the control box uses fuses, the circuit fuse (a cartridge-typ~) should be changed, BUT ONLY BY SOMEONE FAMILIAR WITH ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS.
  • Page 31 If you need more help...call, toll free: GE Answer Center” consumer information service...
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  • Page 35 With tie purchase of your new GE appliance, receive tie assurance that ifyou ever need information or assistance from GE, w~ll be there. All you have to do is call–toll-free! Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center”...
  • Page 36: Warranty

    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 Part No. 164 D2588P071 Pub.

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