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Radiant Cooktop

Safety 

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Operating Instructions, Tips

Appliance Registration .................................2
Canning Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..........6, 7
Cookware 

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Cooktop Comparison ....................................6

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .....................5
Surface Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

 Care and Cleaning 

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Radiant 

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Problem Solver 

 3

More questions 
GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000

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Consumer Services ..................15

Important Phone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Removal of Packaging 

Warranty 

 Cover

Models: JP343

GE Appliances

JP345

Summary of Contents for JP343

Page 1: ...ooktop Comparison 6 Features 5 Surface Cleaning 11 Iiia Care and Cleaning l I 12 Radiant Cooktop 11 Problem Solver l 3 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Iiia Q Consumer Services 15 Important Phone Numbers 15 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Removal of Packaging Tape 2 Warranty Back Cover Models JP343 GE Appliances JP345 164D2966P062 ...

Page 2: ...oth and allow to soak Wipe dry and then apply an appliance polish to thoroughly clean and protect the surface NOTE The plastic ape must be rmnoved from the chrome trilm on cooktop parts It cannot be removed if it is baked on If you received a damaged cooktop lmnmiiately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the cooktop Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver i...

Page 3: ...e filters clean to maintain good venting and to avoid grease fires Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate on the cooktop Do not use water on grease fires Never d A pick up a flaming pan Turn the controls off Smother a flaming pan on surf...

Page 4: ... pan Doing so may damage the cooktop and the pan Do not allow water other liquids or grease to remain on the cooktop or control panel Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Clean only parts listed in this guide Do not stand on the glass cooktop Keep cooktop clean and free of accumulation of grease or spillovers which may ignite To minimize the possibility of burns always be certain that the ...

Page 5: ...del and Serial Numbers 2 Under the cooktop 2 Control Knobs 3 4 6 7 12 3 Dual Surface Unit Knob 7 12 4 UNIT ON Indicator Light 17 5 Dual Surface Unit 6 Hot Surface Indicator Lights 17 7 Surface Unit I 3 11 8 Glass Ceramic Cooktop I 4 8 11 5 ...

Page 6: ... the air under the pan For best cooking results use good quality pans Electric coils are more forgiving of warped pans than radiant or solid disks Heats up quickly bu 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 Pans must be made of ferrous metals metal that attracts a magnet Heat is produ...

Page 7: ...l remain lit after the surface unit is off until the surface is cool enough to touch NOTE At Hl Medium High settings never leave food unattended Boilovers cause smoking greasy spillovers may catch on fire At Medium Low LO settings melt chocolate and butter on small surface unit When a surface unit is turned on the unit can be seen glowing red within a few seconds The red glow will turn on and off ...

Page 8: ...lt and fuse to the surface 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 cookto surface and minimizes the chance of HJ J U spillovers burning onto the cooktop Pans with rounded curved ridged or warped bottoms You must use pans with perfectly flat bottoms Some pans may have cur...

Page 9: ... unit to insure proper contact Do not use woks that have support rings This type of wok will not heat on radiant 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 OFF CENTER W Never cook directly on the Do not slide cookware glass Always use cookware l across the c...

Page 10: ...heat be careful when canning NOTE If your house has low voltage canning may RIGHT WRONG take longer than expected even though directions m mm v have been carefully followed The process time will j be shortened by li Flat bottomed canners are required 1 using a pressure canner and for glass cooktops 2 starting with HOT tap water for fastest heating of large quantities of water CAUTION Safe canning ...

Page 11: ...o remove these markings Failure to remove these residues immediately 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 stil...

Page 12: ...or easier cleaning Before removing the knobs for cleaning please note that the knobs are in the proper OFF position When replacing the knobs check the OFF position to insure proper placement The knob stem has a groove in each side The groove on one side has a spring clip The other groove is clear see illustration When removing the knob it may be helpful to slip a thin cloth such as a handkerchief ...

Page 13: ... performing one of these procedures the fuse blows or circuit breaker trips again call for service NOTE Apartment tenants or condominium owners should ask their building management to perform this check before calling for service Cooktop surface unit controls are not properly set or the wrong control knob is set for the surface unit you are using Q Incorrect cleaning methods have been used cookwar...

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Page 15: ...I a arie of 1E appliances and a brochure 10 assist ill planllill g a I it t it l f ret kitchen f or persons witl Iinli ed nlobilit 1 obt in these items free of charge 111 800 i26 2000 Special Needs hnsumers with impaired hearing Jr speech who l il access to a TDf or a conventional telety pew rilel may call 800 I D1 CEAC 8 833 4322 10 request inf ornlation or service Semice Contracts 800 626 2224 P...

Page 16: ... 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 Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical gas exhausting and other ...

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