Page 1: Table Of Contents
“Select-Top” Built-In Modular Downdraft Cooktop Problem Solver Safety Instructions ..... 35, 36 ....4, 5 More questions ?…call GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000 Operating Instructions, Tips Coil Surface Unit Module ....10, 11 Installation Instructions Controls ............9 ..............28–34 Cooktop Comparison ........8 Cooktop Vent System .......
Page 2: Model And Serial Numbers
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Page 3: Modules And Accessories
If you need assistance in outside wall of the cooktop. Some modules are finding your nearest GE dealer, contact the GE inserted and removed differently than others. If your ®...
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. When using electrical appliances, basic safety • Do not store flammable materials near the precautions should be followed, including the cooktop. Do not store or use combustible following: materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Page 5 • Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, • Never use the glass cooktop surface as a cutting earthenware or other glazed containers are board (on radiant modules only). suitable for cooktop service; others may break • Do not place or store items on top of the because of the sudden change in temperature.
Page 6: Features
FEATURES OF YOUR COOKTOP Model: JP385 Model: JP389 (208v) Model: JP387 (208v)
Page 7 1 Radiant Surface Unit Module 3, 5, 8, 12–14, 27 2 Griddle Plate Accessory 3, 4, Use with the Grill Module heating element and reflector pan. 18–20, 3 Grill Grate 4, 14–17, Part of the Grill Module. Use with the heating element and the reflector pan.
Page 8: Cooktop Comparison
HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE TO YOUR OLD ONE? The following chart will help you to understand the Your new modular cooktop may have several types of differences among the various cooking surface units cooking surface units. You will notice some differences when you use each one.
Page 9: Controls
CONTROLS Surface Cooking With Infinite Heat Controls At both OFF and HI the control “clicks” into position. You may hear slight “clicking” sounds during cooking, indicating the control is keeping the unit at the heat level you set. Switching heats to a higher setting always shows a quicker change than switching to a lower setting.
Page 10: Coil Surface Unit Module
COIL SURFACE UNIT MODULE How to Insert the Module 1. Be sure the controls are turned 2. Slide the module toward the 3. Lower the inside edge of the to OFF. To install the module, outlet in the side of the cooktop module into the cooktop until position the plug to the outside until the plug is pushed all the...
Page 11: Deep Fat Frying
Deep Fat Frying Do not overfill cookware with fat that may spill over when adding food. Frosty foods bubble vigorously. Watch food frying at high temperatures. Keep cooktop and hood clean from grease. Wok Cooking We recommend that Do not use woks that you use only a flat- have support rings.
Page 12: Radiant Module
RADIANT MODULE How to Insert the Module 1. Be sure the controls are turned 2. Slide the module toward the 3. Lower the inside edge of the to OFF. To install the module, outlet in the side of the cooktop module into the cooktop until it position the plug to the outside until the plug is pushed all the...
Page 13 Types of Cookware Glass-ceramic: usable, but not recommended The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance. Poor performance. May scratch surface. Stainless Steel: highly recommended Stoneware: usable, but not recommended Especially good with a sandwich clad bottom. The Poor performance.
Page 14: Grill Module
RADIANT MODULE (continued) CAUTION • Never cook directly on the glass. • Do not slide cookware across the SURFACE DRAGGING Always use cookware. cooktop because it can scratch COOKING the glass—the glass is scratch resistant, not scratch proof. • Do not use the surface as a •...
Page 15: Removing The Grill Module
Removing the Grill Module When removing the parts of the grill module to clean, be sure all switches are in the OFF position and the module is cool. Remove the grill grate and then slide the heating element toward the center of the cooktop until it is unplugged.
Page 16 GRILL MODULE (continued) Grill Tips • Do not leave the grill unattended while in use. • Allow space between foods when placing them on the grill. Air needs to circulate around the food for • Be sure to preheat according to the cooking guide. best cooking results.
Page 17: Grill Cooking Guide
GRILL COOKING GUIDE Do not leave cooktop unattended during “preheat” (knobs turned to HI) or any time the knobs are turned to HI with food on the grill. 1. Preheat 5 minutes before grilling. Refer to the setting in the guide for a particular food.
Page 18: Griddle Accessory
GRIDDLE ACCESSORY You must have the grill module to use the griddle accessory. Your non-stick coated griddle provides an extra-large cooking surface for meats, pancakes, or other food usually prepared in a frying pan or electric skillet. WARNING: Do not use griddle modules JXDD43 or JXDD46 with these cooktops.
Page 19 How to Set The Griddle Controls Front and rear sections of the griddle heating element are controlled separately. Heat only half the griddle surface for cooking small portions or set each half at a different temperature for cooking different types of foods. Push in the control knob depending on which side of the cooktop griddle module is used.
Page 20: Griddle Cooking Guide
GRIDDLE ACCESSORY (continued) Questions and Answers Q. Can my griddle be switched to the other side of Q. Do I need special cookware for use with the cooktop where it would be more convenient my griddle? for me? A. Avoid using metal cookware with sharp points or A.
Page 21: Home Canning Tips
HOME CANNING TIPS Canning should be done on the Coil Surface Units HOWEVER, DO NOT USE LARGE DIAMETER or the Radiant Units only. CANNERS OR OTHER LARGE DIAMETER POTS FOR FRYING OR BOILING FOODS OTHER Pots that extend beyond 1 inch of the surface unit are not THAN WATER.
Page 22: Cooktop Vent System
COOKTOP VENT SYSTEM The blower comes on automatically when the grill or griddle is turned on and turns off automatically when the grill or griddle is turned off. If the vent is turned on using the knob, the blower will not turn off automatically and must be turned off using the knob.
Page 23: Care And Cleaning
CARE AND CLEANING NOTE: Let cooktop parts cool before touching or handling. Proper care and cleaning are important so your cooktop will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for your cooktop to assure safe and proper maintenance. Porcelain Enamel Finish Brushed Chrome Finish (on some models)
Page 24: Vent System
CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Cooktop Tub Wipe out tub with hot soapy water— or a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad. Rinse with a damp cloth. Make sure the drain hole is not blocked. Clean with a cotton swab or toothpick. Vent System Before cleaning the vent grille, be sure exhaust Vent Filter...
Page 25: Griddle Accessory
Grill Module To remove: • Lift off the grill grate. Grill Grate • Unplug the heating element. Do not attempt to clean the heating element. To replace: Heating Element • Place the reflector pan in the cooktop tub with the hole for the plug-in towards the outside of Reflector Pan the cooktop.
Page 26: Coil Surface Unit Module
CARE AND CLEANING (continued) Coil Surface Unit Module Clean the area surrounding the surface units To remove a surface unit: Surface Unit according to either the Brushed Chrome or Porcelain To remove the drip pans section (depending on your model). for cleaning, the surface To clean the surface units, turn the control to the units must be removed...
Page 27: Radiant Module
Radiant Module–Glass Ceramic Cooktop Cleaning Cleaning of glass ceramic cooktops is different from Special Care: cleaning a standard porcelain finish. To maintain and Sugary spillovers (such as jellies, fudge, candy protect the surface of your new glass ceramic cooktop syrups) or melted plastics can cause pitting of the follow these basic steps.
Page 28: Before You Begin
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you begin Electrical Requirements Read these instructions completely and CAUTION: FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, carefully. REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNING Important—Save these instructions for local INSTALLATION. inspector’s use. This appliance must be supplied with the proper Important—Obser ve all governing codes voltage and frequency, as listed in these and ordinances.
Page 29 Step 1 Step 2 Preparing for Installation Preparing the Base Cabinet Positioning the cooktop This cooktop is designed to fit easily into a variety of cabinets. However, some cabinets may require The cooktop is designed to look best when centered modifications.
Page 30 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Step 4 Step 5A Preparing the Countertop Blower to Ductwork Alignment Clearance between inside front of cabinet and In general, the use of flexible ducting is ″ in order rear of countertop cutout must be 20 ⁄ discouraged because it can cause severely to accommodate cooktop depth.
Page 31 Step 6 Select downward or wall venting. To convert blower exhaust direction, remove four nuts Installing the Ductwork inside the plenum which hold blower and wire Use minimum 26 gauge galvanized or 24 gauge finger guard. Remove blower and rotate so that ″...
Page 32 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) TABLE 1 Equivalent Number Equivalent Duct Pieces Length* x Used = Length Calculate Total Equivalent Ductwork Length 5″ round Equivalent Number Equivalent ″ x 10″ to 3 ⁄ Duct Pieces Length* x Used = Length transition 37 ft. x ( 90°...
Page 33 Step 7 Tighten the clamping screw Install 1/2″ Flexible Conduit with Supplied until the Clamp clamping tab is fully seated NOTE: A clamp against the wire has been Clamping compartment. Screw included with the cooktop for Clamping Clamp installing the 1/2″...
Page 34 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Step 9 4-Conductor Branch Circuit When connecting cooktop to a 4-conductor Before Making Electrical Connections circuit, connect the red leads of the cooktop and Note to Electrician: The power leads supplied the power supply to the branch circuit red lead; with this appliance are U.
Page 35 QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE MODULES ARE • Difficulty may be in the main distribution panel of your house, caused by a NOT FUNCTIONING blown circuit fuse, a tripped circuit breaker, the main fuse or the main circuit PROPERLY breaker, depending on nature of the power supply.
Page 36: Problem Solver
Let the cooktop cool. Clean with Cook Top Cleaning Creme. FREQUENT CYCLING • Incorrect cookware used. Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling. OFF AND ON OF RADIANT SURFACE UNITS If you need more help…call, toll free: ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 consumer information service...
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Page 39: Parts And Accessories
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Page 40: 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—Customer Relations, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 JP385 Part No. 164D2966P185-1 JP387 Pub No.

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