Jenn-Air JGCP436WP User manual

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Tools Needed
Parts Supplied
Check that all parts are included.
■Gas pressure regulator
■Burner grates
■Burner bases and burner caps
■Griddle drip tray (on griddle models)
■Foam tape
■LP orifice package (W10393255)
■Conversion label (W10393342)
NOTE: The cooktop is manufactured for use with Natural gas. To
convert to LP gas, see the “Gas Conversions” section.
Optional Backguards
48" (121.9 cm) models must be installed with a backsplash if
installing at zero clearance to a combustible backwall. See
“Cabinet Dimensions” in the “Location Requirements” section for
installation requirements.
■36" (91.4 cm) Retractable Backguard
Order Part Number 8284756
■48" (121.9 cm) Retractable Backguard
Order Part Number 8284755
■9" (22.9 cm) Backguard for 36" (91.4 cm) Cooktops
Order Part Number W10115776
■9" (22.9 cm) Backguard for 48" (121.9 cm) Cooktops
Order Part Number W10115777
■33½" (85.0 cm) Retractable Backguard with Wire Shelf for
36" (91.4 cm) Cooktops
Order Part Number W10285448
■33½" (85.0 cm) Retractable Backguard with Wire Shelf for
48" (121.9 cm) Cooktops
Order Part Number W10285449
To order, see the “Assistance or Service” section of the Use and
Care Guide.
Check local codes and consult gas supplier. Check existing gas
supply and electrical supply. See “Electrical Requirements” and
“Gas Supply Requirements” sections.
High Altitude Conversion
To convert the cooktop for elevations above 6,560 ft (1999.5 m),
order a High Altitude Conversion Kit.
■Part Number W10394296 - LP high altitude
■Part Number W10394295 - Natural gas high altitude
To order, see the “Assistance or Service” section of the Use and
Care Guide.
Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Do
not obstruct flow of combustion and ventilation air.
■It is the installer’s responsibility to comply with installation
clearances specified on the model/serial rating plate. The
model/serial rating plate is located on the underside of the
cooktop burner base.
■It is recommended that a 600 CFM or larger vent hood be
installed above the cooktop.
■It is not recommended that a microwave hood combination
be mounted above the cooktop.
■The cooktop should be installed in a location away from
strong draft areas, such as windows, doors and strong
heating vents or fans.
■All openings in the wall or floor where cooktop is to be
installed must be sealed.
■Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used.
Given dimensions are minimum clearances.
■Grounded electrical supply is required. See “Electrical
Requirements” section.
■Proper gas supply connection must be available. See “Gas
Supply Requirements” section.
■The cooktop is designed to hang from the countertop by its
side or rear flanges.
■The gas and electric supply should be located as shown in
“Gas and Electric Connection Locations” section so that they
are accessible without requiring removal of the cooktop.
■Provide cutout in left rear corner of cutout enclosure as
shown to provide clearance for gas inlet, power supply cord,
and to allow the rating label to be visible.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to your cabinets, check with your
builder or cabinet supplier to make sure that the materials used
will not discolor, delaminate or sustain other damage.
In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:
■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by
the State of Massachusetts.
■ If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.
■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
■Adjustable wrench
■Tape measure
■Marker or pencil
■Pipe wrench
■Flat-blade screwdriver
■¹⁵⁄₁₆" combination wrench
■Wrench or channel lock
pliers
■Pipe-joint compound
resistant to LP gas
■Noncorrosive leak-
detection solution
For LP/Natural Gas
Conversions
■Adjustable wrench
■³⁄₈" drive ratchet
■½" deep-well socket
■7 mm nut driver
■Masking tape

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Mobile Home - Additional Installation Requirements
The installation of this cooktop must conform to the
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24
CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home
Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). When such
standard is not applicable, use the Standard for Manufactured
Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A or local codes.
In Canada, the installation of this cooktop must conform with the
current standards CAN/CSA-A240-latest edition, or with local
codes.
Product Dimensions
Side View of Cooktop
Gas and Electric Connection Locations
A. 27 ¹⁄₈ " (68.9 cm)
B. 30" (76.2 cm) cooktop: 29
⁷⁄₈ " (75.1 cm) actual width
36" (91.4 cm) cooktop: 35
⁷⁄₈ " (90.4 cm) actual width
48" (121.9 cm) cooktop: 47
⁷⁄₈ " (120.8 cm) actual width
C. Island trim or optional backguard
D. 36" (91.4 cm) long 3 prong grounding-type power
supply cord
E. Model/serial rating plate (located on the underside of
the cooktop burner base)
AB
C
D
E
A. 27¾" (70.5 cm)
B. 1¼" (3.2 cm)
C. 7
⁷⁄₁₆ " (18.8 cm)
D. Gas inlet is located 1
⁷⁄₈ " (4.8 cm) from the back of the cooktop burner base
and 4
⁷⁄₈ " (12.4 cm) in from left-hand side of the cooktop burner base.
E. 22" (55.9 cm)
F. 3
⁵⁄₁₆ " (8.4 cm)
G.
⁹⁄₁₆ " (1.4 cm)
A. Grounded 3-prong outlet should be located on
left-hand side of the cutout 16" (40.6 cm) max.
from enclosure sidewall
B. 10" (25.4 cm) min. clearance from countertop to
top of the outlet
C. 14" (35.6 cm) countertop to the gas supply line
D. Gas supply line should be located in this area on
rear or side walls, or the supply line can come up
through the floor.
NOTE: Solid side and bottom of cutout enclosure
not shown.
A
C
F
G
D
E
B
A
BC
D

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Cabinet Requirements
*NOTES: Dimension “B” can be reduced by 6" (15.2 cm) when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is covered by not less than
0.25" (6.4 mm) flame retardant millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet metal, 0.015" (0.4 mm) stainless steel,
0.024" (0.6 mm) aluminum or 0.020" (0.5 mm) copper.
If installing a range hood above the cooktop, follow the range hood instructions for dimensional clearances above the cooktop
surface.
**NOTE: If back wall is constructed of a combustible material and a backguard is not installed, a minimum clearance of dimension
A + 3" (7.6 cm) is required for 36" (91.4 cm) and 48" (121.9 cm) cooktops.
A. See chart.
B. See chart.
C. See chart.
D. See chart.
E. See chart.
F. 18" (45.7 cm) min. clearance upper
cabinet to countertop
G.
³⁄₄ " (1.9 cm) back of cabinet cutout to gas
opening cutout
H.
6⁷⁄₈ " (16.1 cm) gas opening cutout depth
I. 12½" (31.7 cm) gas opening cutout width
J. 22
¹⁄₄ " (56.5 cm) cabinet cutout depth
K. 2" (5.1 cm) cabinet side to gas cutout
L. 6" (15.2 cm) min. distance on both sides of
the cooktop to the side wall or other
combustible material above cooking surface
M. 24" (61.0 cm) cabinet depth
N. 7
¹⁄₄ " (18.4 cm) cabinet depth to countertop
O. Notch to be equal on both sides
P. 13" (33.0 cm) upper cabinet depth
B min.*
C
A**
D
E
F
I
J
KM
G
N
O
H
C
EL
P
L
D
Size Model A**
Cooktop Cutout
to Back Wall
B*
Cooktop to
Cabinet
C
Optional
Backguard and
Upper Cabinet
Opening
D
Cabinet and
Countertop
E
Countertop Only
30" (76.2 cm) JGCP430 1¾" (4.4 cm)** 30" (76.2 cm) 30" (76.2 cm) 29¼" (74.3 cm) 30" (76.2 cm) or
29⁷⁄₈" (75.9 cm) for
zero clearance
36" (91.4 cm) JGCP436
JGCP536 1¾" (4.4 cm)** 42" (106.7 cm) 36" (91.4 cm) 35¼" (89.5 cm) 36" (91.4 cm) or 35⁷⁄₈" (91.1 cm) for
zero clearance
48" (121.9 cm) JGCP548 1¾" (4.4 cm)** 42" (106.7 cm) 48" (121.9 cm) 47¼" (120.0 cm) 48" (121.9 cm) or
47⁷⁄₈" (121.6 cm) for
zero clearance

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Electrical Requirements
IMPORTANT: The cooktop must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence
of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
This cooktop is equipped with an electronic ignition system that
will not operate if plugged into an outlet that is not properly
polarized.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine that
the ground path is adequate.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7471
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575
■A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15-amp, fused electrical circuit is
required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is also
recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this cooktop be provided.
■Electronic ignition systems operate within wide voltage limits,
but proper grounding and polarity are necessary. Check that
the outlet provides 120-volt power and is correctly grounded.
■The wiring diagrams are provided with this cooktop. The
wiring diagrams are located inside the control console and in
the “Wiring Diagrams” section.
Gas Supply Requirements
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
IMPORTANT: This installation must conform with all local codes
and ordinances. In the absence of local codes, installation must
conform with American National Standard, National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition or CAN/CGA B149 - latest
edition.
IMPORTANT: Leak testing of the cooktop must be conducted
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Type of Gas
Natural Gas:
This cooktop is design-certified by CSA International for use with
Natural gas or, after proper conversion, for use with LP gas.
■This cooktop is factory-set for use with Natural gas. To
convert to LP gas, see the Gas Conversion instructions
provided in the package containing literature. The model/
serial rating plate located on the left underside of the cooktop
burner base has information on the types of gas that can be
used. If the types of gas listed do not include the type of gas
available, check with the local gas supplier.
LP Gas conversion:
Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the cooktop from the gas
specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. To convert to LP
gas, use the LP gas conversion kit provided with the cooktop and
see the “Gas Conversions” section.
Gas Supply Line
■Provide a gas supply line of ¾" (1.9 cm) rigid pipe to the
cooktop location. A smaller size pipe on longer runs may
result in insufficient gas supply. With LP gas, piping or tubing
size can be ½" (1.3 cm) minimum. Usually, LP gas suppliers
determine the size and materials used in the system.
NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of LP gas
must be used. Do not use TEFLON®† tape.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 14" (36 cm) water
column.
Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

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Flexible metal appliance connector:
■ If local codes permit, a new CSA design-certified, 4 - 5 ft
(122 - 152.4 cm) long, ⁵⁄₈ " (1.6 cm) or ¾" (1.9 cm) I.D.,
flexible metal appliance connector may be used for
connecting the cooktop to the gas supply line.
■A ½" (1.3 cm) male pipe thread is needed for connection
to the female pipe threads of the inlet to the appliance
pressure regulator.
■Do not kink or damage the flexible metal tubing when
moving the cooktop.
Rigid pipe connection:
The rigid pipe connection requires a combination of pipe
fittings to obtain an in-line connection to the cooktop. The
rigid pipe must be level with the cooktop connection. All
strains must be removed from the supply and fuel lines so
cooktop will be level and in line.
■Must include a shutoff valve:
The supply line must be equipped with a manual shutoff
valve. This valve should be located in the same room but
external to the cooktop enclosure or cabinet. It should be in a
location that allows ease of opening and closing. Do not
block access to shutoff valve. The valve is for turning on or
shutting off gas to the cooktop.
Gas Pressure Regulator
The gas pressure regulator supplied with this cooktop must be
used. The inlet pressure to the regulator should be as follows for
proper operation:
Natural Gas:
Minimum pressure: 6" (15.2 cm) WCP
Maximum pressure: 14" (35.5 cm) WCP
LP Gas:
Minimum pressure: 11" (27.9 cm) WCP
Maximum pressure: 14" (35.5 cm) WCP
Contact local gas supplier if you are not sure about the inlet
pressure.
Burner Input Rating - Altitude
Input ratings shown on the model/serial rating plate are for
elevations up to 2,000 ft (609.6 m).
For elevations above 2,000 ft (609.6 m), ratings need to be
reduced at a rate of 4% for each 1,000 ft (304.8 m) above sea
level (not applicable for Canada).
Gas Supply Pressure Testing
Gas supply pressure for testing regulator must be at least
1" water column pressure above the manifold pressure shown
on the model/serial rating plate.
Line pressure testing above ½ psi gauge (14" WCP)
The cooktop and its individual shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of
½ psi (3.5 kPa).
Line pressure testing at ½ psi gauge (14" WCP) or lower
The cooktop must be isolated from the gas supply piping system
by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure
testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to
or less than ½ psi (3.5 kPa).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install Cooktop
Write down the model and serial numbers before installing the
cooktop. Both numbers are located on the left front underside of
the cooktop base.
Unpack the parts supplied with your cooktop. The parts shipped
with the cooktop depend on your model ordered. See “Tools and
Parts” section for a complete list parts supplied with your
cooktop.
The pressure regulator and flexible stainless steel gas supply line
connector can be assembled to the cooktop now or after the
cooktop is installed in the cutout. See “Make Gas Connection”
section.
1. Decide on the final location for the cooktop.
2. Using two or more people, place the cooktop upside down
on a covered surface.
3. Remove foam strip from literature packing. Remove backing
from foam strip. Apply foam strip adhesive-side down along
the left and right sides of the cooktop trim.
NOTE: The foam strip helps the cooktop sit flat on uneven
counters and avoids damage to the countertop surface.
4. Using 2 or more people, turn cooktop right side up.
A. Gas supply line
B. Shutoff valve “open” position
C. To cooktop
A
B
C
A. Cooktop base
B. Foam strip
C.Cooktop
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install cooktop.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
A
B
C

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Install Optional Backguard
36" (91.4 cm) and 48" (121.9 cm) models may require a
backguard. See “Cabinet Dimensions” in the “Location
Requirements” section for installation requirements. See the
“Tools and Parts” section for information on ordering.
Remove island trim and attach backguard using 6 screws, insert
3 from the front and 3 from the back (9" [22.9 cm] backguard
shown).
Make Gas Connection
To Assemble Pressure Regulator:
1. Using 2 or more people, stand the cooktop on its side or
back.
2. Connect the flexible stainless steel connector to the pressure
regulator using a ¹⁄₂" male pipe thread adapter.
A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect the
cooktop to the existing gas line. Shown following is a typical
connection. Your connection may be different, according to
the supply line type, size and location.
3. Install the pressure regulator with the arrow pointing up
toward the bottom of the cooktop burner base and in a
position where you can reach the regulator cap.
IMPORTANT: All connections must be wrench-tightened. Do
not make connections to the gas regulator too tight. Making
the connections too tight may crack the regulator and cause
a gas leak. Do not allow the regulator to turn on the pipe
when tightening fittings.
Use only pipe-joint compound made for use with Natural and
LP gas. Do not use TEFLON®tape.
You will need to determine the fittings required depending on
your installation.
4. Place cooktop into the countertop cutout.
NOTE: Check that the front edge of the cooktop is parallel to
the front edge of the countertop. If repositioning is needed,
lift entire cooktop up from cutout to avoid scratching the
countertop.
Typical flexible connection
1. Apply pipe-joint compound made for use with LP gas to the
smaller thread ends of the flexible connector adapters (see B
and F in the following illustration).
2. Attach one adapter to the gas pressure regulator and the
other adapter to the gas shutoff valve. Tighten both adapters.
3. Use a ¹⁵⁄₁₆" combination wrench and channel lock pliers to
attach the flexible connector to the adapters. Check that
connector is not kinked.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 14" (36 cm) water
column.
Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
A. Gas pressure regulator
B. Regulator - Must be installed with arrow pointing up to
cooktop bottom
C. Adapter - Must have
¹⁄₂ " male pipe thread
D. CSA approved flexible stainless steel gas supply line
A. Gas pressure regulator
B. Use pipe-joint compound.
C. Adapter - Must have ½"
male pipe thread
D. Flexible connector
E. Adapter
F. Use pipe-joint compound.
G. ½" or ¾" gas pipe
H. Manual gas shutoff valve
A
B
D
C
A
B
C
D
EFG
H