GE ZGU660, Use And Care & Installation Manual

Page 1: ...Monogram UseandCare InstallationGuide for ZGU660 ZGU661 Downdraft36 GasCooktop ...

Page 2: ...one Numbers 26 Controls 8 10 Converting to LP Gas 20 22 Cooktop Comparison 7 Cookware 9 Electric Ignition 7 Features 6 7 Installation Instructions 13 22 Model and Serial Numbers 3 Problem Solver 23 Safety Instructions 4 6 Using Your Cooktop 8 9 Vent 7 10 Warranty 27 Questions Call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of th...

Page 3: ...heck the Problem Solver in the back of this guide It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your cooktop 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 ...

Page 4: ...d Your cooktop can be converted for use with either type of gas See the Installation Instructions Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your cooktop unless it is specifically recommended in this guide All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING A Use this unit only in the man...

Page 5: ...pen flames when lifting cookware Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a pot holder To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage turn cookware handles toward the side or center of the cooktop without extending over adjacent burner or vent area Always turn the surface burners to off before removing the cookware Carefully watch foods being fried at ...

Page 6: ... the cooking surface 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 which 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 4 2 5 4 4 3 9 7 8 6 5 Mode...

Page 7: ... you want cooking to stop Induction High frequency Pans must be made of ferrous metals metal that attracts a magnet Heat is induction coils produced by a magnetic circuit between the coil and the pan Heats up right away under a glass and changes heat settings right away like a gas cooktop After turning the control surface off the glass cooktop is hot from the heat of the pan but cooking stops righ...

Page 8: ...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 OFF HIGH LIGHT LO Your surface burners are lighted by electric ignition eliminating the need for standing pilot lights with constantly burning flames In case of a power outage you can light the surface burners on your cooktop with a match Hold a ligh...

Page 9: ...or heating properties and is usually combined with copper aluminum or other metals 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 type...

Page 10: ...top Continuous use of the vent system helps keep the kitchen comfortable and less humid reducing cooking odors and soiling moisture that normally creates a frequent need for cleaning CAUTION Be careful when raising or lowering the vent Be sure pots pot handles and other objects are clear of the vent cover and cannot be struck or tipped by the vent being raised Keep hands and fingers away from all ...

Page 11: ...powder and scouring pads they may scratch the surface Do not use harsh chemicals such as bleach or chemical oven cleaners CAUTION DO NOT COOK ON OR CLEAN A BROKEN OR CRACKED COOKTOP Cleaning solutions and spillovers penetrating the cooktop can create a risk of electric shock Call for a service technician immediately Filters To remove the filters raise the vent to the fully extended position Remove...

Page 12: ...y fit securely into position over the burners Burner Grates Cast iron burner grates should be washed regularly and of course after spillovers Wash them in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water Dry the grates with a cloth don t put them back on the cooktop wet When replacing the grates be sure they re positioned securely over the burners To get rid of burned on food place the grates in a cover...

Page 13: ...otected cabinets MUST NEVER BE LESS THAN 24 The vertical distance from the plane of the cooking surface to the bottom of adjacent overhead cabinets extending closer than 1 to the plane of the cooktop sides must not be less than 18 See Dimensions and Clearances illustration in this section FOR YOUR SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS 1 Open windows 2 Don t touch any electrical switches 3 Extinguish any open fl...

Page 14: ... over heated surface units If the cabinetry is used above the cooktop allow a minimum 30 clearance between the cooking surface and the bottom of the unprotected cabinet If the clearance between the cooktop and the cabinetry is less than 30 the cabinet bottom must be protected with a flame retardant millboard at least 1 4 thick or gypsum board at least 3 16 thick covered with 28 gauge sheet steel o...

Page 15: ...whether natural or LP gas is being used For proper operation the maximum inlet pressure to the regulator must be no more than 10 water column pressure for natural gas or 14 water column pressure for LP gas For checking the regulator the inlet pressure must be at least 1 greater than the regulator output setting If the regulator is set for 4 of water column pressure the inlet pressure must be at le...

Page 16: ...nding on the countertop thickness and secure with the screws provided STEP 6 INSTALL THE DOWNDRAFT UNIT Remove the downdraft unit from the packaging Remove the two screws from the front of both vertical edges of the downdraft unit Position the downdraft stability brackets with the top edges overlapping the countertop so that the holes in the brackets align with the holes in the down draft unit Rep...

Page 17: ...lf tapping screws and apply duct tape around the joint to ensure an airtight seal STEP 7 continued INSTALLING THE COOKTOP NOTE If the cooktop is installed in a 36 inch base cabinet the mounting brackets cannot be used because of the interference with the sides of the cabinet In this case the cooktop can be secured to the sides of the cabinet using angle brackets not supplied Remove one screw at th...

Page 18: ...he Third ground Prong From The Power Cord Do not use an extension cord with this appliance STEP 11 CHECK IGNITION Assemble burners as shown All parts are keyed and only fit one way Push in one knob and turn to HIGH position 90 from OFF The igniter will spark and the burner will light the igniter will cease sparking when the burner is lit Turn the knob to OFF position repeat procedure for each burn...

Page 19: ... extended or when the VENT knob is released Remove the ventilator grille remove the filters and packaging and replace the filters Turn the FAN knob to HIGH position to turn it on If you continue turning the FAN knob you can select a fan speed between HIGH and LOW To lower the vent turn the VENT knob to LOWER Hold the knob at the LOWER position until the vent is completely lowered and the flap is c...

Page 20: ...e by a qualified technician or installer PARTS Check the contents of the kit which should contain the following 2 Orifice Large size 104 WB28K0093 3 Orifice Regular size 82 WB28K0094 1 Maxitrol LP adapter WB01K055 1 Tie on card label for regulator If you do not have all the above listed components or if you are in any doubt please contact the nearest GE Service and Parts Center USE ONLY APPROVED P...

Page 21: ... the string provided WARNING Do not remove the pressure regulator from the cooktop 4 CONVERT THE SURFACE BURNERS 1 Remove grates and burner caps 2 Using the 7 mm nut driver remove and replace the brass orifice spud inside each burner chimney as follows Replace the large orifices with the spuds that are stamped 104 Replace the small orifices with the spuds that are stamped 82 NOTE There will be one...

Page 22: ...ing from the label and stick it in a convenient place on the underside of the cooktop near the Rating Plate Make sure the area is clean and dry before applying the label The conversion is now complete 7 CHECK FOR LEAKS When all connections have been made make sure all cooktop controls are in the OFF position and turn on the main gas supply valve Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and connect...

Page 23: ...ormal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas BURNER FLAMES VERY If cooktop is connected to LP gas check all steps in LARGE OR YELLOW the Installation Instructions BURNER CONTROL When the knob is at the OFF position it must be pushed in before it can be KNOB WILL NOT TURN turned and it can only be turned in a counterclockwise direction When the knob is at any other posit...

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Page 26: ...vailable 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 Service Contracts 800 626 2224 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 substa...

Page 27: ...oll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service 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 Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Failure ...

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