GE JP389 Training manual

Use and Care & Installation Guide
“Select-Top” Built-In Modular Downdraft Cooktop
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Safety Instructions.............. 4–7
Operating Instructions, Tips
Coil Surface Unit Module............. 12, 13
Controls................................................ 11
Cooktop Comparison.......................... 10
Cooktop Vent System ......................... 24
Features ............................................. 8, 9
Griddle Accessory ......................... 20–22
Griddle Cooking Guide .................... 22
Grill Module................................... 16–19
Grill Cooking Guide ......................... 19
Home Canning Tips ............................ 23
Radiant Module ............................. 14–16
Care and Cleaning............ 25–29
Coil Surface Unit Module................... 28
Control Panel and Knobs ................... 25
Grease Collector Jar ........................... 25
Griddle Accessory............................... 27
Grill Cover............................................ 27
Grill Module......................................... 27
Radiant Module..............................28, 29
Vent System......................................... 26
Problem Solver................... 37, 38
Installation Instructions
........................................................ 30–36
Consumer Services ............... 39
Important Phone Numbers ................ 39
Model and Serial Numbers ...................2
Modules and Accessories .................... 3
Warranty ................................Back Cover
Model: JP389

HELP US HELPYOU…
IFYOU NEED SERVICE…
Before using your cooktop,
read this guide carefully.
It is intended to help you operate and maintain your
new cooktop properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a nameplate underneath the
cooktop on the right side of the bottom chamber.
These model and serial numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that
came with your cooktop. Before sending in this card,
please write these numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or service
calls concerning your cooktop.
If you received a damaged cooktop…
Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold
you the cooktop.
Save time and money.
Before you request service…
See the Problem Solver in the back of this guide.
It lists causes of minor operating problems that you
can correct yourself.
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 you are not happy with
the service you receive, here are the steps to follow
for further help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In
most cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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Modules and Accessories
Modules and Accessories
Coil Surface Unit
JXDC41–Brushed Chrome
JXDC43–
Black Porcelain Enamel
JXDC44–
White Porcelain Enamel
This module has one 6″ and one 8″coil surface
unit. The surface units and drip pans are removable
for cleaning.
Radiant Module
JXDR50C–Black Radiant
240V
Stainless Steel Trim
JXDR50B–Black Radiant
and Black Trim
240V
JXDR50W–White Radiant and White Trim
240V
This module has one 5″and one 7″heating coil
beneath a smooth glass surface. The two surface
units are shown by the outlines on the glass. This
module provides fast heat, energy efficient operation
and is easy to clean.
Grill Module
JXDL44
With this module you can char-broil meat indoors
all year long. Fat drains away and collects in the
grease jar. The grill heating element is divided so the
front and back sections can be controlled separately.
Griddle Accessory
JXDD44
You must have the grill module to use the griddle
accessory.
The griddle sits directly over the grill heating element
and reflector pan. It has two drain holes so fat and
meat drippings can drain into the grease jar. The front
and back of the griddle are controlled separately.
WARNING: Griddle modules JXDD43 and JXDD46
are not to be used with these cooktops.
Grill Cover
JXDM2–Black
JXDM3–White
This cover fits over the grill or griddle.
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MODULES AND ACCESSORIES
General Information
A full selection of modules are available for
the cooktop. The modules can be interchanged
quickly and easily. Each module has an electrical
plug which fits into a receptacle in the center of the
outside wall of the cooktop. Some modules are
inserted and removed differently than others. If your
cooktop is connected to 208 volts, you will notice
some increase in cooking times.
See each module section for specific instructions
for installing and removing that module.
To purchase, contact your nearest GE Appliances
dealer or service center or call 800.626.2002.
Model numbers are listed below.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the
manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the
manufacturer.
B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at
service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to
prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When
the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely
fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the
service panel.
C. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control
device.
D. This unit must be grounded.
CAUTION – FOR GENERAL VENTILATING
USE ONLY. DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS
OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS AND VAPORS.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OFA
COOKTOPGREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING*:
A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie
sheet or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL
TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out
immediately, EVACUATE AND CALLTHE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.
B. NEVER PICK UPA FLAMING PAN—
You may be burned.
C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or
towels—a violent steam explosion will result.
D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
1. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you
already know how to operate it.
2. The fire is small and contained in the area where it
started.
3. The fire department is being called.
4. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
* Based on “Kitchen Firesafety Tips” published by NFPA.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OFA
COOKTOP GREASE FIRE:
A. Never leave surface units unattended at high settings.
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may
ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.
B. Always turn hood ON when cooking on high heat or when
flambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for
the size of the surface element.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated construction.
B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel
burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow the
heating equipment manufacturer’s guidelines and safety
standards such as those published by the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), and the American Society
for Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.
C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage
electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
•Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your
downdraft cooktop unless it is specifically recommended
in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a
qualified technician.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Important Safety Instructions
• Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by
a qualified technician in accordance with local codes and the
provided installation instructions.
• Have the installer show you the location of the circuit
breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.
• Do not leave children alone—children should not be left
alone or unattended in an area where an appliance is in use.
They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of
the appliance.
• Teach children not to play with the controls or any other part
of the cooktop.
• Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the cooktop.
•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.
• Always keep combustible wall coverings, curtains or drapes a
safe distance from your cooktop.
• Always keep dish towels, dishcloths, pot holders and other
linens a safe distance away from your cooktop.
• Always keep wooden and plastic utensils and canned food a
safe distance away from your cooktop.
• Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments while using
the appliance. Flammable material could be ignited if
brought in contact with hot surface units and may cause
severe burns.
• Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp pot holders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let pot
holders touch hot surface units. Do not use a towel or other
bulky cloth. Such cloths can catch fire on a hot surface unit.
• For your safety, never use your appliance for warming or
heating the room.
• Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a
flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a flaming pan
on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with well-
fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a multi-purpose dry
chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering
with baking soda or, if available, by using a multi-purpose dry
chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.
• Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least
an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry to at least
an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these
temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.
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WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or
to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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WARNING!
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
• Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials
accumulate on the cooktop.
• Do not touch surface units. These surfaces may be hot
enough to burn even though they are dark in color. During
and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable
materials contact the surface units or areas nearby the surface
units; allow sufficient time for cooling first.
Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop and areas facing
the cooktop.
• To minimize the possibility of burns, ignition of flammable
materials and spillage, the handle of a container should be
turned toward the center of the cooktop without extending
over any nearby surface units.
• Always turn the surface unit control to off before removing
the cookware.
• Use proper pan size—Select cookware having flat bottoms
large enough to cover the surface unit heating element. The
use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the
surface unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of
clothing. Proper relationship of cookware to burner will also
improve efficiency.
• Never leave surface units unattended at high heat settings.
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch
on fire.
• Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, earthenware
or other glazed containers are suitable for cooktop cooking;
others may break because of the sudden change in
temperature.
• Keep an eye on foods being fried at high or medium high
heat settings.
• Foods for frying should be as dry as possible. Frost on
frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to
bubble up and over the sides of the pan.
• Use little fat for effective shallow or deep-fat frying.
Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food
is added.
• If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying, stir
together before heating, or as fats melt slowly.
• Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats.
• Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent
overheating fat beyond the smoking point.
• Never try to move a pan of hot fat, especially a deep fat
fryer. Wait until the fat is cool.
• Do not store flammable materials near the cooktop.
• Keep the vent grille and grease 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
appliance.
• Clean only parts listed in this Owner’s Manual.
• Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food on the
cooktop when not in use.
• Keep cooktop clean and free of accumulation of grease or
spillovers which may ignite.
• Never heat unopened food containers. Pressure buildup
may make container burst and cause injury.
• Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings on or near your
cooktop.
• Be sure the drip pans (on coil modules only) are not
covered and are in place. Their absence during cooking
could damage cooktop parts and wiring.
• Do not use aluminum foil to line the cooktop tubs,
reflector pan, grill or griddle. Misuse could result in a
shock, fire hazard or damage to the cooktop.
• Keep the tub, the reflector pan, the grill grate and the
grease collector jar clean. Be sure the drain hole in tub is
open. If clogged, a fire can occur. Empty the grease jars
frequently.
• Do not immerse or soak the removable coil surface unit
module, the solid disk module, the radiant module or the
grill heating element. Do not put them in a dishwasher.
• Never leave the kitchen while using the grill or griddle
accessory.
• Do not replace the grease collector jar with a mayonnaise
jar which could break when hot grease drips into it. Replace
with any wide mouth canning jar.
• To control flame-ups, turn down the heat setting to low
rather than off. This keeps the downdraft vent blower on. Or,
turn the vent blower to on, then turn the grill off. Use a long-
handled utensil to carefully remove the food from the grill.
These steps should control the flame until it eventually goes
out. If it does not, cover the entire grill module with a cookie
sheet or the lid from a large roasting pan. Use a pot holder to
remove this later because it will be hot.

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Important Safety Instructions
RADIANT SURFACE UNITS
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• Use care when touching the cooktop. The glass surface
of the cooktop will retain heat after the controls have been
turned off.
• Avoid scratching the glass cooktop. The cooktop can be
scratched with items such as sharp instruments, rings or other
jewelry and rivets on clothing.
• Large scratches or impacts to glass cooktops can lead to
broken or shattered glass.
• Never use the glass cooktop surface as a cutting board.
• Do not place or store items on top of the glass cooktop
surface when it is not in use.
• Be careful when placing spoons or other stirring utensils on
glass cooktop surface when it is in use. They may become hot
and could cause burns.
• Avoid heating an empty pan. Doing so may damage the
cooktop and the pan.
• Do not allow water, other liquids or grease to remain on
the cooktop.
• To minimize the possibility of burns, always be certain that
the controls for all surface units are at the off position and the
entire glass surface is cool before attempting to clean the
cooktop.
• Do not operate the glass surface units if the glass is
broken. Spillovers or cleaning solution may penetrate a
broken cooktop and create a risk of electrical shock. Contact
a qualified technician immediately should your glass cooktop
become broken.
• Clean the cooktop with caution. If a wet sponge or cloth is
used to wipe spills on a hot surface unit, be careful to avoid
steam burns. Some cleansers can produce noxious fumes if
applied to a hot surface.
NOTE: We recommend that you avoid wiping any surface
unit areas until they have cooled and the indicator light has
gone off. Sugar spills are the exception to this. Please see
Cleaning the Glass Cooktop in the Care and Cleaning section.
• When the cooktop is cool, use only CERAMA BRYTE®
Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner and the CERAMA BRYTE®
Cleaning Pad to clean the cooktop.
• To avoid possible damage to the cooking surface, do not
apply the cleaning cream to the glass surface when it is hot.
• After cleaning, use a dry cloth or paper towel to remove all
the cleaning cream residue.
• Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the
cleaning cream labels.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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FEATURES OFYOUR COOKTOP
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Features of Your Cooktop
1Radiant Surface Unit Module 3, 7, 10,
14–16,
28, 29
2Griddle Plate Accessory 3, 6,
Use with the Grill Module heating element 20–22,
and reflector pan. 27
3Grill Grate 6, 16–19,
Part of the Grill Module. Use with the heating element 27
and the reflector pan.
4Grill Heating Element 6, 16–19,
Part of the Grill Module. Use with the grill grate 27
or griddle plate accessory and the reflector pan.
5Reflector Pan 6,
Part of the Grill Module. 16–19, 27
6Cooktop Tub 6, 27
Easily cleaned when modules are removed.
7Grease Collector System 6, 16,
Uses wide mouth canning jars to collect grease. 20, 25
8Control Knobs 11, 17,
Push in and turn to set surface units from LO to HI. 21, 25
9Indicator Light 11
Lights when any unit of the cooktop is turned on.
10 Vent Control Knob 24, 25
Turn on to exhaust odors, smoke or heat during cooking.
The blower automatically comes on when the grill heating
unit is turned on.
11 Vent System 11,
The blower vents smoke down and out of the kitchen 17, 20,
and house. The vent filter is located under the vent grille 24, 26
and should be cleaned often.
12 Drip Pans 6, 28
13 Coil Surface Units 3, 6, 10,
May be removed to clean the drip pans. 12, 13,
Do not submerge in water. 26, 28
14 Grill Cover 3, 27
15 Coil Surface Unit Module 3, 6, 10,
12, 13
23, 28
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HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE
TO YOUR OLD ONE?
Type of Cooktop Description How it Works
Radiant Electric coils Heat travels to the glass surface and then to the cookware, so pans must be flat
(Glass Ceramic) under a glass- on the bottom for good cooking results. The glass cooktop stays hot enough to
Cooktop ceramic cooktop. continue cooking after it is turned off. Remove the pan from the surface unit if
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 right away.
Electric Coil Flattened metal Heats by direct contact with the pan and by heating the air under the pan. For
tubing containing best cooking results, use good quality pans. Electric coils are more forgiving of
electric resistance warped pans than radiant or solid disks. Heats up quickly but does not change
wire suspended heat settings as quickly as gas or induction. Electric coils stay hot enough to
over a drip pan. continue cooking for a short time after they are turned off.
Solid Disk Solid cast iron Heats by direct contact with the pan, so pans must be flat on the bottom for good
disk sealed to the cooking results. Heats up and cools down more slowly than electric coils. The
cooktop surface. disk stays hot enough to continue cooking after it is turned off. Remove the pan
from the solid disk if you want the cooking to stop.
Gas Burners Regular or sealed Flames heat the pans directly. Pan flatness is not critical to cooking results, but
gas burners use pans should be well balanced. Gas burners heat the pan right away and change
either LP gas heat settings right away. When you turn the control off, cooking stops right away.
or natural gas.
Your new modular cooktop may have several types of
cooking surface units. You will notice some differences
when you use each one.
The best types of cookware to use, plus heat-up and
cool-down times, depend upon the type of burner or
surface unit you are using.
The following chart will help you to understand the
differences among the various cooking surface units
and how they differ from others you may have used
in the past.
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Care of the Modules
Some of the modules must be cured or
preconditioned before using them for the first time.
Modules and accessories should be cleaned after
each use. The longer a soil remains, the harder it is to
clean. See each module section in this guide for specific
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nstructions. Never immerse any module in water.
When not in the cooktop, modules and
accessories should be stored in a clean, dry place.
Always be careful not to drop the modules or they
could be damaged.
Using the Electric Surface Unit Modules
You must consider heat up and cool down times
for the electric surface units when determining
cooking times. Heat up and cool down times depend
on initial temperature settings, the type of cookware
used and the amount of food being cooked.
Start cooking at a higher setting to heat the surface
unit faster, then turn to a lower setting to finish
cooking. Remember, cooking continues after the
surface unit is turned off.

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.
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Cooktop Comparison Controls
How to Set the Controls
Push the knob in
and turn in either
direction to the heat
setting desired.
Be sure you turn the control to OFF when you
finish cooking.
The surface unit indicator light will glow when
ANY heat on any module surface unit is on.
Cooking Guide for Using Heat Settings
HI—Used to begin cooking or to bring water
to a boil. Reduce heat setting after water boils.
Medium High—(Setting halfway between HI and
MED.) Maintains a fast boil on large amounts of
food.
MED—Sauté and brown; keeps food at a medium
boil or simmer.
Medium Low—(Setting halfway between MED and
LO.) Cook after starting at HI; cooks with little water
in covered pan.
LO—Used for long, slow cooking (simmering)
to tenderize and develop flavors. Use this setting
to melt butter and chocolate or to keep foods warm.
NOTE: The surface unit indicator light may glow
between LO and OFF, but there is no power
to the surface units.
Do not be alarmed by the blower. It will
automatically come on when the grill or
griddle is used.
Medium
Low Medium High
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COIL SURFACE UNIT MODULE
How to Insert the Module
1. Be sure the controls are turned
to OFF. To install the module,
position the plug to the outside
wall of the cooktop.
2. Slide the module toward the
outlet in the side of the cooktop
until the plug is pushed all the
way in.
3. Lower the inside edge of the
module into the cooktop until
it is flush with the cooking
surface.
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How to Remove the Module
1. Be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the
surface units are cool before attempting to remove
the module.
2. Lift up the tab at the inside edge of the module
until the base clears the opening at the side of
the cooktop.
3. To unplug, hold the module by the front and back
edges and slide toward the center of the cooktop.
Lift out when unplugged.
4. If you are storing modules, do not stack them or
store other materials on top of them. This could
damage the surface of the modules.
Cookware
Use medium- or heavy-weight cookware. Aluminum
cookware conducts heat faster than other metals.
Cast-iron and coated cast-iron cookware are slow
to absorb heat, but generally cook evenly at low to
medium heat settings. Steel pans may cook unevenly
if not combined with other metals.
For best cooking results pans should be flat on the
bottom. Match the size of the saucepan to the size of
the surface unit. The pan should not extend over the
edge of the surface unit more than 1 inch.
Always read and follow cookware manufacturer’s
instructions on cookware use.
Right Wrong
Not over 1 inch Over 1 inch

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.
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Questions and Answers
Q. Can I cover my drip pans with foil?
A. No. Clean as recommended in the Care and
Cleaning section.
Q. Can I use special cooking equipment, like an
oriental wok, on any surface units?
A. Cookware without flat surfaces is not
recommended. The life of the module surface
units can be shortened and the cooktop can be
damaged from the high heat needed for this type
of cooking. A special flat-bottomed wok can be
used safely.
Q. Why am I not getting the heat I need from my
surface units even though I have the controls
on the correct setting?
A. After turning the surface units off and making sure
they are cool, check to make sure that the plug-in
units are securely plugged in.
Q. Why does my cookware tilt when I place it on
the surface unit?
A. Because the surface unit is not flat. Make sure the
feet of the surface units are sitting on the inside
rim of the drip pan and the drip pan is flat on the
cooktop surface.
Q. Why is the porcelain finish on my cookware
coming off?
A. If you set the surface unit coil higher than required
for the cookware material and leave it, the finish
may smoke, crack, pop, or burn depending on the
pot or pan.
Also, if you set the surface unit coil higher than
required for a long period of time, with small
amounts of dry food, you can damage the finish.
Q. May I can foods and preserves on my coil
surface units?
A. Yes, but only use cookware designed for canning
purposes. Check the manufacturer’s instructions
and recipes for preserving foods. Be sure canner
is flat-bottomed and fits over the center of the
coil surface unit. Since canning generates large
amounts of steam, be careful to avoid burns from
steam or heat.
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 types of
woks, with or without
the ring in place can
be dangerous. Placing
the ring over the
surface unit will cause a build-up of heat that will
damage the cooktop. Do not try to use such woks
without the ring. You could be seriously burned if
the wok tipped over.
Coil Surface Unit Module
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RADIANT MODULE
How to Insert the Module
1. Be sure the controls are turned
to OFF. To install the module,
position the plug to the outside
wall of the cooktop.
2. Slide the module toward the
outlet in the side of the cooktop
until the plug is pushed all the
way in.
3. Lower the inside edge of the
module into the cooktop until
it is flush with the cooking
surface.
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How to Remove the Module
1. Be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the
radiant surface units are cool before attempting to
remove the module.
2. Lift up the tab at the inside edge of the module
until the base clears the opening at the side of
the cooktop.
3. To unplug, hold the module by the front and back
edges and slide toward the center of the cooktop.
Lift out when unplugged.
4. If you are storing modules, do not stack them or
store other materials on top of them. This could
damage the surface of the modules.
General Information About Radiant Modules
The radiant module features heating coils beneath a
smooth glass ceramic surface. The two surface units
are shown by outlines on the glass.
• When a surface unit is activated, coils beneath the
surface unit radiate heat through the glass to the
cookware. The red glow of the coils will be
instantly visible through the glass. It will take the
surface unit a few moments to heat up. The coil
cycles on and off to maintain your selected control
setting. The coils have temperature limiters to
prevent runaway temperatures.
• If you are storing modules, do not stack them or
store other materials on top of them, as damage to
the glass ceramic surface of the radiant module is
likely. Be careful not to damage or bend the
electrical plug.
• Do not let pots boil dry. Overheated metal can
bond to glass module. An overheated copper pot
will leave a residue that will permanently stain
the module.
• Sliding aluminum cookware across the glass may
leave metal marks. These metal marks will appear
as small scratches. They can be removed with the
recommended cleaning creme and a razor scraper.
• When a surface unit is turned on, the surface unit
can be seen glowing red within a few seconds. The
red glow will turn on and off (cycling) to maintain
the selected heat setting. With poor cookware, you
will see frequent cycling of the unit off and on.
Good, flat cookware will minimize the cycling.
• It is safe to place hot cookware from the oven or
surface on the glass ceramic surface when the
surface is cool.

The following information will help you choose
cookware which will give good performance.
Stainless Steel: highly recommended
Especially good with a sandwich clad bottom. The
sandwich bottom combines the benefits of stainless steel
(appearance, durability and stability) with the advantages
of aluminum or copper (heat conduction, even heat
distribution).
Aluminum: heavy weight recommended
Good conductivity. Aluminum residues sometimes
appear as scratches on the cooktop, but can be removed
if cleaned immediately. Because of its low melting point,
thin weight aluminum should not be used.
Copper Bottom: heavy weight recommended
Good performance, but copper may leave residues which
can appear as scratches. The residues can be removed,
as long as the cooktop is cleaned immediately.
Porcelain/enamel:
Good performance only with a thick, flat, smooth
bottom. Avoid boiling dry, as porcelain can melt and
fuse to the surface.
Glass-ceramic: usable, but not recommended
Poor performance. May scratch surface.
Stoneware: usable, but not recommended
Poor performance. May scratch surface.
Cast Iron: usable, but not recommended
Poor performance. May scratch surface.
• We recommend that you
use only a flat-bottomed wok.
They are available at your local
retail store. The bottom of the
wok should have the same
diameter as the surface unit to
insure proper contact.
• Do not use woks that have
support rings. This type of
wok will not heat on radiant
surfaces.
• 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. The cookware should also be covered, if
applicable to the cooking process.
Types of Cookware
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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
cooktop surface and minimizes the chance of
spillovers burning onto the cooktop.
You must use pans with perfectly flat bottoms.
Some pans may have curved or rounded bottoms or
may be warped. If you are unsure of the flatness of
your pans you may do this quick test.
Turn your pan upside
down on the countertop,
place a ruler flat against
the pan surface. The
bottom of the pan and the
straight edge of the ruler
should fit flush against each other all the way across.
Turn the ruler a full 360 degrees, checking for any
space between the ruler and the bottom of the pan.
Pans with rounded, curved, ridged or warped
bottoms are not recommended.
Another simple test to determine even heat
distribution across the cookware bottom is to put one
inch of water in the pan. Bring the water to a boil and
observe the location of bubbles as the water starts to
boil. Good flat cookware will have an even distribution
of bubbles over the bottom surface area of the pan.
Bubbles localized in only a portion of the bottom
indicate uneven contact of the pan to the surface unit,
uneven heat transfer or an unsuitable pan.
Use pans that match the diameter of the surface
unit. Cooking performance will not be as good if
the cookware is either smaller or larger than the
surface unit.
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CAUTION
• Never cook directly on the glass.
Always use cookware.
• Always place the pan in the
center of the surface unit you
are cooking on.
• Do not slide cookware across the
cooktop because it can scratch
the glass—the glass is scratch
resistant, not scratch proof.
• Do not use the surface as a
cutting board.
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COOKING
Plastic and Sugary Spillovers
Sugary spillovers (such as jellies, fudge, candy
syrups) or melted plastics can cause pitting of the
surface of your module (not covered by the warranty)
unless the spill is removed while still hot.
Special care should be taken when removing hot
substances. Follow the instructions in the Care and
Cleaning section carefully.
GRILL MODULE
You can enjoy delicious grilled food year ’round,
prepared in the convenience of your own kitchen.
Separate heating elements can be set at different
temperatures, allowing you to use half the cooking
surface to grill meat and the other half to prepare
potatoes or other vegetables, for a complete meal.
How to Insert the Grill Module
1. Make sure the grease
collector jar is in place
beneath the cooktop.
2. Fit the reflector pan in the
cooktop. The slots in the pan
permit grease to drain into
the jar. Keep the slots open
at all times.
3. Make sure all controls are turned
to OFF. Hold the heating element
with the plug facing the side of
the cooktop and level with the
surface. Insert the plug into the
cooktop outlet as far as it will go.
(Do not force.) The heating
element support should rest on
the ledge of the reflector pan.
4. Place the grill grate on the
reflector pan over the heating
element. The grate should
be seated properly on the
reflector pan.
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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. Remove the reflector pan. Empty grease collector jar when
cool. Be sure to replace the jar.
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How to Set the Grill Controls
The control knob must be
pushed in to turn; this prevents
the heating element from being
turned on accidentally. Push the
knob in only when it is in the OFF
position. When the knob is in any
other position, it can be turned
without pushing it in.
Front and rear sections of the
grill heating element are
controlled separately. Heat only
half the grill 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 grill
module is used. The right front
and right rear control knobs
operate the grill when the module
is on the right side (on some
models). The left front and left
rear control knobs operate the
grill when the grill module is on
the left side of the cooktop.
Automatic Blower Operation
The blower comes on automatically when the grill is turned on and turns
off automatically when the grill is turned off.
What to Do If a Flame-Up Occurs
Grilling fat or juicy foods may cause flame-ups.
You should never leave the kitchen while using the
grill. It’s important to control flame-ups so they do
not get out of hand.
TO CONTROL FLAME-UPS
Turn down the heat setting to LO rather than OFF.
This keeps the downdraft vent blower on. Or, turn
the vent to ON, then turn the grill OFF.
Using a long-handled utensil, carefully remove the
food from the grill.
These steps should control the flame until it
eventually goes out. If it does not, cover the entire
grill module with a cookie sheet or the lid from a
large roasting pan. Use a pot holder to remove this
later because it will be hot.
Never use water on a grease fire. Water will spread
the flames.
NOTE: It is recommended that you have a dry
chemical, foam or Halon type fire extinguisher where
you can easily reach it in case of a cooking fire.
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Grill Tips
• Do not leave the grill unattended while in use.
• Be sure to preheat according to the cooking guide.
• Make sure the grease collector jar and the reflector
pan are clean and in place before using the grill.
• Remove grease from the grease collector jar after
each use to avoid spillovers.
• The grates should be oiled or sprayed with a non-
stick coating before cooking to prevent sticking.
Remove the grate before spraying, and spray only
while cool. Spraying directly onto a hot grill may
cause a fire.
• Trim fat from meats before placing on the grill.
This will reduce smoking and lessen grease buildup
in the grease collector jar.
• When cooking foods of various sizes and
thicknesses, start larger or thicker pieces first, and
quicker-cooking, smaller pieces later. Press meat
lightly to lie flat on the grill: slash the fat on the
edges of steaks and chops to prevent curling; break
the joints of split chickens so they will lie flat.
• Allow space between foods when placing them on
the grill. Air needs to circulate around the food for
best cooking results.
• Occasionally rearrange foods on the grill, to prevent
sticking and provide better browning.
• Season meats after cooking rather than before—
salt can draw out juices and dry out meat. Use tongs
to turn and rearrange meats on the grill; forks will
pierce the meat and release juices.
• If your house has low voltage, foods may be lighter
brown than expected. A longer preheating and grill
time may be necessary to achieve the desired results.
• The blower comes on automatically when the grill
is turned on and turns off automatically when the
grill is turned off.
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Questions and Answers
Q. I followed the cooking times suggested in
the Grill Cooking Guide but my foods were not
done properly. Is there something wrong with
my grill?
A. Probably not. Suggested cooking times should be
used only as a general guide. Variables in food can
change cooking times required.
Q. How can I keep barbecued meats from
developing an unattractive burned look
and taste?
A. Sauces containing sugar will often burn if used
during the entire cooking time. If your favorite
sauce contains sugar, try adding it only during the
last 15 to 20 minutes of cooking time for best
results.
Q. Foods cooked on my grill are not browning as
much as I would like. What could cause this?
A. A longer preheating and grill time may be
necessary to achieve the desired results.
Q. Can my grill be switched to the other side of
the cooktop where it would be more convenient
for me?
A. Your interchangeable cooktop modules can be
used on either the right or the left side of the
cooktop (on some models). When inserting or
removing a module, take care not to force the
connection or exert undue pressure which could
damage the electrical contacts.
Q. When cooking many individual foods, what can
I do to insure that foods will cook evenly?
A. When cooking foods of various sizes and
thicknesses, start larger or thicker pieces first
and add quicker-cooking, smaller pieces later.
Press the meat lightly to lie flat on the grill. Slash
the fat on the edges of steaks and chops to prevent
curling. Break the joints of split chickens so they
will lie flat.
Q. My grilled meats sometimes come out drier
than they should. What can I do to help
prevent this?
A. Season meats after cooking rather than before—
salt can draw out juices and dry out meat. Use
tongs to turn and rearrange meats on the grill;
forks will pierce the meat and release juices.

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.
2. Trim excess fat from the meat.
3. Before cooking steaks, slash fat around edges to prevent curling of meat.
4. Suggested cooking times should be used only as a guide, since variables
in food can change cooking times.
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Food Suggested Setting Cook Time Comments
Steak Rare: HI 5–7 minutes per side Preheat grill 10 minutes for rare.
3/4 inch–11⁄4inch thick Medium: 6–8 minutes per side
Well: 8–10 minutes per side
Steak Rare: HI 9–11 minutes per side Preheat grill 10 minutes for rare.
11⁄2inch–2 inches thick Medium: 13–15 minutes per side Reduce to MED for well done.
Well: 20–23 minutes per side
Ground Steak or Rare: HI 6–8 minutes per side Preheat grill 10 minutes for rare.
Hamburgers Medium: 8–10 minutes per side
3/4 inch thick Well: 11–12 minutes per side
Chicken Cut-Up MED 45–60 minutes (total) Turn over frequently and if desired baste with
Pieces: sauce last 10 to 15 minutes.
Quarters: MED 1 hr. to 1 hr. 10 minutes Break joint bones. Place skin side down. Turn
(total) over every 15 minutes and baste frequently as
desired. Wing-breast quarters take longer than
thigh-leg quarters.
Halves: MED 1 hr. to 1 hr. 25 minutes Break joint bones. Place skin side down on
(total) preheated grill. Turn over and baste frequently
as desired.
Ham Slices MED 10 minutes per side
(Precooked) 1 inch thick
Hot Dogs HI 8–9 minutes (total) Turn frequently.
Pork Chops MED 15–18 minutes per side
Spare Ribs MED 40–50 minutes (total) Boil 5 minutes before grilling. Rearrange and
turn over frequently. Baste with sauce last
10 minutes as desired. Very meaty ribs may
take about 10 minutes longer.
Lamb Chops MED 20–22 minutes per side
Lobster Tails MED 15–20 minutes per side With a sharp knife or scissors, cut the under
shell lengthwise into the meat almost through
to outer shell. Spread tail apart to expose
meat while grilling. Loosen meat but leave in
shell. Spray grates with non-stick coating
before preheating.
Salmon Steaks MED 8–10 minutes per side Brush with melted butter.
1 inch thick
Large Sausage Links MED 10–12 minutes per side Use bratwurst, kielbasa or smoked
Polish sausage.
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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.
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How to Insert the Griddle Accessory and the Grill Module
1. Make sure the grease
collector jar is in place
beneath the cooktop.
2. Fit the reflector pan
in the cooktop. The
slots in the pan permit
grease to drain into
the jar. Keep the slots
open at all times.
3. Make sure all controls
are turned to OFF. Hold
the heating element with
the plug facing the side
of the cooktop and level
with the surface. Insert
the plug into the cooktop
outlet as far as it will go.
(Do not force.) The
heating element support
should rest on the ledge
of the reflector pan.
4. Place the griddle plate
on the reflector pan over
the heating element. The
plate should be seated
properly on the reflector
pan with the griddle’s
drain holes at the front.
Removing the Griddle 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 griddle plate
and then slide the heating element toward the center of the cooktop until it
is unplugged. Remove the reflector pan. Empty grease collector jar when
cool. Be sure to replace the jar.
Using the Griddle
The non-stick griddle must be preconditioned before
using it for the first time. To precondition, first wash
the griddle in soap and water and dry. Then use a paper
towel to apply a small amount of cooking oil to the
griddle. Remove excess oil with a clean paper towel.
Preheat the griddle as recommended in the Griddle
Cooking Guide. After preheating for the recommended
amount of time, apply a small amount of oil or butter.
Do not overheat the griddle. Leaving the griddle at HI
for more than 5 minutes without food can damage the
non-stick coating.
Because the heating element under the griddle is divided,
you can vary the temperature of the front and rear sections.