GE Electric Cooktop Installation Instructions

Before You Begin

Read these instructions carefully and completely.

• IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT - Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future reference.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.
• WARNING This appliance must be properly grounded.

ATTENTION INSTALLER

ALL COOKTOPS MUST BE HARD WIRED (DIRECT WIRED) INTO AN APPROVED JUNCTION BOX. A "PLUG AND RECEPTACLE" IS NOT PERMITTED ON THESE PRODUCTS.

Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer and product failure due to improper installation is NOT covered under warranty.

Consider recycling options for your appliance packaging material.

Materials You Will Need

• Junction Box
• Wire Nuts
• 90° or Straight Squeeze Connector for 1" Conduit

Tools Needed

• Pencil
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Ruler or Straightedge
• Safety Glasses
• Saber Saw
• 1/8" Drill Bit & Electric or Hand Drill

Parts Included

• 4 Screws (WB01X1137)
• Foam Tape (WB06K5042)
• 2 Hold Down Brackets

Cutting the Countertop

If you are installing the cooktop in a solid surface material such as granite, quartz or any other natural or synthetic solid surface, we recommend that the cutout be prepared by a professional cabinet or countertop installer.

Cooktop cutouts in wood or wood-laminate countertops may be able to be prepared using a saber saw and electric drill.

Important Safety Instructions

For Your Safety

• For Personal Safety, remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
• Be sure your cooktop is installed properly by a qualified installer or service technician.
• To eliminate the risk of burns or fire due to reaching over heated surface elements, cabinet storage located above the surface units should be avoided. If cabinet storage space is to be provided, the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5" beyond the bottom of the cabinets. Cabinet installation above the cooktop may be no deeper than 13".
• Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings around the cooktop can withstand the temperatures (up to 200°F) generated by the cooktop.
• The cooktop should be easy to reach and lighted with natural light during the day.
• Always disconnect the electrical service to the cooktop before repairing or servicing the cooktop. This can be done by disconnecting the fuse or circuit breaker. Failure to do this could result in a dangerous or fatal shock. Know where your main disconnect switch is located. If you do not know, have your electrician show you.

Note to Electrician

The power leads supplied with this appliance are UL recognized for connections to larger gauge household wiring. The insulation of these leads is rated at temperatures much higher than the temperature rating of household wiring. The current carrying capacity of a conductor is governed by the wire gauge and also the temperature rating of the insulation around the wire.

Note: Aluminum Wiring

WARNING INSTALLATIONS WITH ALUMINUM HOUSE WIRING REQUIRE ATTENTION:

• A. Improper connection of Aluminum house wiring to appliance copper leads can result in an electrical hazard or fire. Use only connectors designed for joining copper to aluminum and follow the manufacturer's recommend procedure closely.
• B. Aluminum to Copper wiring connections must conform with the National Electrical code, local codes and industry-accepted wiring practices.
• C. If an anti-oxidant compound is added to the wiring connectors, the compound should be UL-Listed and suitable for the application materials, voltage and temperature.
• D. Connectors for joining Aluminum and Copper wiring may be larger in size than standard connectors. It is recommended to use a double-gang, or larger, electrical box to enclose the connectors joining Aluminum and Copper wiring.

Electrical Requirements

This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency, and connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a circuit breaker or a time delay fuse as noted on name plate and the chart below.

We recommend you have the electrical wiring and hookup of your cooktop connected by a qualified electrician. After installation, have the electrician show you where your main cooktop disconnect is located.

Wiring must conform to National Electrical Code. You can get a copy of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Edition, by writing to:

National Fire Protection Association
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269

In Canada, wiring must conform to Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).

The cooktop conduit wiring is approved for copper wire connection only, and if you have aluminum house wiring, you must use special UL approved connectors for joining copper to aluminum. In Canada, you must use special CSA approved connectors for joining copper to aluminum.

Installations with Aluminum House Wiring require attention. See Warning under NOTES: ALUMINUM WIRING, above. You must use a two-wire, three conductor 208/240 VAC, 60 Hertz electrical system. A white (neutral) wire is not needed for this unit. The cooktop must be installed in a circuit that does not exceed 125 VAC nominal to ground.

Refer to the name plate on your cooktop for the KW rating for your cooktop.

[Image: Diagram showing name plate location on cooktop]

Pre-Installation Checklist

WARNING The electrical power to the cooktop supply line must be shut off while connections are being made. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.

1. When preparing cooktop opening, make sure the inside of the cabinet and the cooktop do not interfere with each other. (See section on preparing the opening.)
2. Remove packaging materials and literature package from the cooktop before beginning installation. [Image: Cooktop with foam packaging and literature package indicated]
3. Be sure to place all literature, Owner’s Manual, Installations, etc. in a safe place for future reference.
4. Make sure you have all the tools and materials you need before starting the installation of the cooktop.
5. Your home must provide the adequate electrical service needed to safely and properly use your cooktop. (Refer to section on electrical requirements.)
6. When installing your cooktop in your home, make sure all local codes and ordinances are followed exactly as stated.
7. Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and cabinets around the cooktop can withstand heat (up to 200°F) generated by the cooktop.

Installing Cooktop in Combination with Other Products

Both products must be installed according to their specific product installation instructions. Consideration must be given the separate electrical requirements and locations:

Over one or two wall ovens:

• Only certain models may be installed over wall ovens. The wall oven and cooktop will both have a label stating which models are approved in combination.

Over a Microwave:

• See microwave installation instructions for how to install a microwave under a cooktop. For vertical dimension of cooktop, see Approximate Cooktop Dimensions section.

In Combination with Telescopic Downdraft Vent:

• See telescopic downdraft vent instructions for how to install a vent behind a cooktop.
• The countertop must have a deep flat surface to accommodate the combined installation of the cooktop and vent.

Over a Warming Drawer:

• See warming drawer instructions for how to install a warming drawer under a cooktop. For vertical dimension of cooktop, see Approximate Cooktop Dimensions section.

Preparing the Opening

1 Approximate Cooktop Dimensions

[Image: Diagram showing cooktop dimensions X, Y, Z Front, Z Rear]

*Depth at rear of cooktop at conduit location.

2 Cutout Dimensions of the Countertop

To ensure accuracy, it may be best to create a template when cutting the opening in the counter.

[Image: Diagram showing countertop cutout dimensions for 30" and 36" models, with minimum clearances from edges]

JXTR32 Cutout Filler Trim Kit (for use with 30" models):

A filler trim kit is available for use if your countertop cutout is larger than the dimensions shown, up to 29-13/16" x 20-7/16”. Order JXTR32B (black) or JXTR32W (white) to reduce the cutout opening for installation of this cooktop. This kit may be ordered from your dealer or directly from GE Appliances at www.geappliances.com.

3 Minimum Clearances to Adjacent Walls & Cabinets

[Image: Diagram showing minimum clearances from cooktop to overhead cabinets, side walls, and cabinets on sides]

If a 30" clearance between the cooktop and overhead combustible materials or metal cabinet cannot be maintained, then a minimum clearance of 24" is required and the underside of the cabinets above the cooktop must be protected with not less than 1/4" insulating millboard covered with sheet metal not less than 30 gage (0.0125") thick.

A ventilation hood may be installed above the cooktop. See the ventilation hood installation instructions for the appropriate dimensions and clearances.

4 Make Sure the Wall Coverings, Countertop and Cabinets Around the Cooktop Can Withstand Heat (up to 200°F) Generated by Cooktop.

[Image: Diagram showing cooktop installed in countertop with heat resistance indicated]

5 Vertical Clearance

Allow 5" minimum vertical clearance from the cooktop bottom (or 8-1/4" minimum depth from the countertop) to any combustible surfaces, such as a cabinet drawer. [Image: Diagram showing vertical clearance to a drawer]

6 For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Forward Approach Installation Only:

• For models with no drop box, allow 5" minimum depth between the countertop and an enclosure. (JP3030, JP3530, JP3036, and JP3536)
• For electronic touch and backlit knob models, allow 6-1/2" minimum depth between the countertop and an enclosure. (All other models)

NOTE: The enclosure must be made of wood material. Also, an access panel is required for the junction box, hold-down brackets, and service.

Installing the Cooktop

1 Vertical Clearance

Install an approved junction box where it will be easily reached through the front of the cabinet where the cooktop will be located. The cooktop conduit is 4 feet long. [Image: Diagram showing junction box placement and conduit length]

WARNING The junction box must be located where it will allow considerable slack in the conduit for serviceability.

2 Protect Surface of Cooktop

Place a towel or tablecloth onto the countertop. Lay the cooktop upside down onto the protected surface. [Image: Cooktop placed upside down on a cloth]

3 Attach Foam Tape

Apply the foam tape around the outer edge of the glass. Do not overlap the foam tape. [Image: Foam tape applied to the edge of the cooktop glass]

NOTE: On ZEU30 and ZEU36 models, apply the foam tape around the outer edge of the glass on the sides and rear of the unit only.

4 Mounting Parts

Remove the hold down brackets and screws from the literature package.

Screw the hold down bracket to the side of the cooktop unit. Repeat for opposite side of cooktop. [Image: Hold down bracket being screwed to the side of the cooktop]

Alternate Installation:

You can order an alternate installation kit WB01X24570 with wing nuts and brackets by calling 800.GE.CARES. See diagram for instructions.

Open the cabinet door. Install the second screw through the bracket and tighten. Then tighten the first screw. Install thumbscrew until it touches the bottom of the countertop. [Image: Alternate mounting bracket installation]

IMPORTANT: Turn the thumbscrew until it touches the bottom of the countertop. Do not overtighten.

5 Insert Cooktop into Cutout

Insert the cooktop centered into the cutout opening. Make sure the front edge of the countertop is parallel to the cooktop. Make final check that all required clearances are met. [Image: Cooktop being inserted into countertop cutout]

Attach Hold Down Brackets to cabinet.

6 Electrical Connections

WARNING Installations with Aluminum House Wiring require attention. See Warning under NOTES: ALUMINUM WIRING on page 2.

A When making the wire connections, use the entire length of conduit provided. The conduit must not be shortened.

B With the cooktop in place, open the front of the cabinet door.

C Insert the wires from the conduit through the opening of the junction box. [Image: Wires from conduit inserted into junction box]

D Connect the red and black leads from the cooktop conduit to the corresponding leads in the junction box. Connect the ground wire. [Image: Wiring connections in junction box]

E Once the connections are made, secure wires together using wire nuts. [Image: Wire nuts securing connections]

Installation—Electrical Connections

Grounding Instructions

The ground wire in the conduit is connected to the cooktop frame. Effective January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code will not permit grounding through neutral. If used in new construction after January 1, 1996 or in a mobile home, recreational vehicle or if local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral white lead, attach the appliance grounding lead (green or copper) to the residence grounding conductor (green or bare copper) in accordance with local codes. When connecting to a 3 conductor branch circuit, if local codes permit, connect the ground connector lead of the cooktop to the branch circuit neutral (gray or white in color).

WARNING If the cooktop is being installed into a blind counter (one with no cabinet opening below), wire connections must be made before putting the cooktop into the cutout opening.

Checklists

1 Pre-Test Checklist

• A Remove all protective film, if present, and any stickers.
• B Check to be sure that all wiring is secure and not pinched or in contact with moving parts.
• C Check level of appliance.
• D Check that the cooktop is properly grounded. ✔️

2 Operation Checklist

• A Remove all items from the top of the cooktop surface.
• B Turn on the power to the cooktop (refer to your Owner's Manual). Verify that all surface burners operate properly. ▶️
• C Check that the circuit breaker is not tripped nor the house fuse blown.
• D Check that conduit is securely connected to the junction box.