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The electrode of 
the spark igniter is
behind each burner.

When one burner is
turned to “ON” to
light, all the burners
spark.

Do not

attempt to disassemble or clean around 
any burner while another burner is on. 
An electric shock may result, which could
cause you to knock over hot cookware.

Sealed
burner
assemblies

Care and Cleaning

Gas Cooktop

General
information

Proper care and cleaning are important 
so your cooktop will give you efficient and
satisfactory service. Follow these directions
carefully in caring for it.
Some cooktop models are provided 
with cleaners. Follow the instructions 
on the containers.

Before cleaning any part of your cooktop, 
be sure all burners are off and cool.

DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER TO
THE COOKTOP

at the fuse box or circuit

breaker panel, or pull the cooktop power plug,
located beneath the cooktop and inside 
the cabinets.

Control
knobs

The control knobs may be removed for
cleaning.

To remove knob, 

pull it straight up. 

The knobs have a tactile grip surface, but no
special cleaning is required.
Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not
soak. Avoid getting water down into the knob 
stem holes.
Replace the knobs after cleaning.

NOTE: 

The knob stem is “

D”

shaped. Replace

the flat side of the knob onto the flat side of 
the stem.

Turn all controls 

OFF

before removing the 

burner parts.
The burner grates, burner caps and burner ring
sub-assemblies can be lifted off, making them 
easy to clean.

CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE
BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS
IN PLACE.

Electrode

Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch 
the surface.

To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm
sudsy water, a stainless steel cleaner such as
Kleen King

®

, or an all-purpose liquid or spray

cleaner. Always scrub in the direction of the
grain. Rinse thoroughly with a sponge or cloth
and clean water. Dry with a soft, clean cloth.
After cleaning, use a stainless steel polish, such
as Stainless Steel Magic

®

, Revere Copper and

Stainless Steel Cleaner

®

or Wenol All Purpose 

Metal Polish

®

. Follow the product instructions

for cleaning the stainless steel surface.

On some models, samples of special cleaners
have been supplied with your cooktop. Use the
Stainless Steel Brightener when stainless steel 
is exposed to high heat and has a yellow
appearance. The Stainless Steel Cleaner is for
other cleaning. Follow the product instructions
for proper cleaning methods. If you need an
additional supply, you can purchase them by
calling 

800.626.2002

.

Stainless
steel 
surfaces

Summary of Contents for ZGU375LS

Page 1: ...GE Monogram Owner s Manual monogram com 36 Stainless Steel Gas Cooktop For Models ZGU375LS ZGU375NS ...

Page 2: ...ces 13 Consumer Services Before You Call for Service 16 Important Phone Numbers 17 Model and Serial Number 4 Product Registration 19 20 Safety Instructions 2 3 5 8 Warranty 18 Using Your Cooktop Cookware 12 Dual Flame Burners 11 Electric Ignition 10 Features 9 Flame Size 10 LP Gas 9 Optional Griddle Accessory 9 Wok Cooking 12 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in th...

Page 3: ...e Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz à partir du téléphone d un voisin Suivez les instructions du fournisseur de gaz Si vous ne pouvez pas contacter votre fournisseur de gaz appelez les pompiers L installation et l entretien doivent être effectués par un installateur qualifié une agence d entretien ou le fournisseur du gaz AVERTISSEMENT Si les informations de ce manuel ne sont pas suiv...

Page 4: ...ur cooktop If you received a damaged cooktop Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the cooktop Save time money Before you request service check the Before you call for service section in the back of this manual 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 manual W...

Page 5: ...y recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Do not leave children alone or unattended where a cooktop is hot or in operation They could be seriously burned CAUTION Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a cooktop children climbing on the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured Clean the cooktop with caution I...

Page 6: ...y tipped Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to properly contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers and large enough to cover burner grate This will both save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food since heavy spattering or spillovers left on cooktop can ignite Use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool Keep all plastics away from burners ...

Page 7: ...nal de l électricité N utilisez pas de rallonge de câble avec cet appareil Assurez vous que tous les matériaux d emballage sont retirés de la cuisinière avant de la mettre en marche pour empêcher les dommages d incendie et de fumée au cas où le matériau d emballage s enflammerait Assurez vous que la cuisinière est ajustée correctement par un technicien de service ou un installateur qualifié en fon...

Page 8: ...li de graisse celle ci peut déborder lorsque les aliments sont ajoutés Observez avec soin les aliments frits sur flammes hautes Si un mélange d huile et de matières grasses va être utilisé pour la friture mélangez avant le chauffage ou à mesure que les matières grasses fondent lentement Réchauffez toujours lentement les matières grasses et observez leur réchauffement Utilisez un thermomètre de fri...

Page 9: ...Indicator Lamps One On Each Control Knob 10 5 Interlocking Grates 10 15 6 Wok Ring Accessory Supplied On Some Models 12 1 5 1 4 3 1 Cooktop model ZGU375NS is shipped from the factory set to operate only with Natural Gas If you wish to use Liquefied Petroleum Gas you must have cooktop model ZGU375LS LP Gas A dual griddle is available that can be placed over the two right or left burners on your coo...

Page 10: ...five igniters make clicking sounds and spark even when only a single burner is being turned on Do not touch any of the burners when the igniters are clicking The burners on this cooktop relight automatically if the flame goes out This helps prevent the inconvenience of having to manually relight a burner Occasionally the burners may spark if excess wind or draft blows the flame away from the burne...

Page 11: ...l use only the lower flames Use simmer SIM to melt chocolate hold delicate sauces or for other foods requiring low simmer heat When holding some foods at serving temperature such as mashed potatoes it may be best to use the LO flame setting for a few minutes before turning the knob to simmer SIM Primary Cooking Settings from LO to HI will use both rows of flames Use LO to HI for all purpose cookin...

Page 12: ...el This metal alone has poor 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 Use woks with a support ring provided on some models on the center burner only Make sure that the support ring is securely locke...

Page 13: ...Replace the knobs after cleaning NOTE The knob stem is D shaped Replace the flat side of the knob onto the flat side of the stem Turn all controls OFF before removing the burner parts The burner grates burner caps and burner ring sub assemblies can be lifted off making them easy to clean CAUTION DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS IN PLACE Electrode Do not use a steel wool pad it wi...

Page 14: ...t location and are firmly seated 1 Align the locator pin on the burner ring into the labeled hole in the burner base Seat in place and push toward the electrode to set gap properly 2 Replace the burner ring locking nut and hand tighten Using the wrench or pliers turn the nut 1 4 turn to secure it in place 3 Align the locator pin in the burner head into the hole in the burner ring Seat in place 4 R...

Page 15: ...e the two side grates with their locking rails toward the center Replace the center grate so that a continuous arc is formed with the center ribs of all three grates Make sure the rails on the center grate are locked over the rails on the side grates and that all grates are stable and level Rubber Grate Feet For stability your cooktop has two rubber feet on each leg of the burner grates If any of ...

Page 16: ...ED FLAMES If burner flames look like A call for service Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas BURNER FLAMES If cooktop is connected to LP gas contact the person who installed VERY LARGE your cooktop or made the conversion OR YELLOW BURNER CONTROL When the knob is at the OFF position it must be pushed in before KNOB WILL NOT it can be turned and it can only be tu...

Page 17: ...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 substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have...

Page 18: ...during warranty period or beyond call 800 444 1845 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 a...

Page 19: ...General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 32150 Louisville KY 40232 2150 Place 1st Class Letter Stamp Here GE Appliances Consumer Product Ownership Registration Important Mail Today ...

Page 20: ...uire service The service number in the USA 800 444 1845 In Canada 1 888 880 3030 3 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It will help you operate your new appliance properly Important To ensure that your product is registered mail the separate product registration card If the separate product registration card is missing fold and mail the form below No envelope is needed Consumer Product Ownership Re...

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