GE 30 and 36 Inch Electric Cooktop - Radiant 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.

PARTS INCLUDED

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

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

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

TOOLS NEEDED

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

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.

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

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.

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. (Name plate location is indicated by a placeholder).

Minimum Recommended Dedicated Circuit Protection:

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. (Diagram shows cooktop, foam packaging, and literature package located under the unit.)
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.

H 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

Diagram shows a cooktop with dimensions labeled X, Y, Z Front, and Z Rear. A table lists these dimensions for various 30" and 36" models.

* Depth at rear of cooktop at conduit location.

2 CUTOUT DIMENSIONS OF THE COUNTERTOP

Diagram shows a countertop with a cutout. Dimensions for 30" and 36" models are indicated for length of cut and width of cut. Minimum clearance of 1-3/4" is shown between the rear edge of the cutout and the wall. Minimum clearance of 2-1/2" is shown from the front edge of the cutout to the front edge of the countertop.

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.

PREPARING THE OPENING (Cont)

3 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO ADJACENT WALLS & CABINETS

Diagram illustrates clearances. Maximum depth of unprotected overhead cabinets is 13". Minimum clearance from countertop to unprotected overhead surface is 30" (30" for 30" cooktop, 36" for 36" cooktop). Minimum clearance from cutout to nearest vertical wall or cabinet on the right side is 1 1/2" (30" models) and 2" (36" models) below 15" MIN. clearance height. Minimum clearance from cutout to nearest vertical wall or cabinet on the left side is 2" below 15" MIN. clearance height. Minimum clearance from countertop to the underside of nearest cabinets on both sides is 15", including any light rails.

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.

Text states: Wall covering, cabinets and countertop must withstand heat up to 200°F.

5 VERTICAL CLEARANCE

Diagram shows a cooktop installed in a countertop. It indicates a 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.

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

Diagrams illustrate ADA forward approach installation requirements. For models with no drop box (JP3030, JP3530, JP3036, JP3536), a 5" minimum depth is required between the countertop and an enclosure. For electronic touch and backlit knob models (All other models), a 6-1/2" minimum depth is required. A note specifies that the enclosure must be wood and require an access panel 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. Diagram shows the junction box placement with a minimum of 16" clearance indicated. Instructions state to install the junction box so that it can be reached through the front of the cabinet.

IMPORTANT: 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. Diagram shows the cooktop upside down on a protected surface with a cloth underneath.

3 ATTACH FOAM TAPE

Apply the foam tape around the outer edge of the glass. Do not overlap the foam tape. Diagram shows foam tape being applied to the bottom 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. Diagram shows a hold-down bracket being attached to the cooktop unit.

4 MOUNTING PARTS (Cont)

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. Diagram shows an alternate installation method with a bracket and thumbscrew.

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. Diagram shows the cooktop being lowered into the cutout and hold-down brackets attached to the cabinet.

6 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

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. Diagram shows wires (Red, Black, Ground) entering a 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. Diagram shows connections inside the junction box.

E Once the connections are made, secure wires together using wire nuts. Diagram shows wires secured with wire nuts.

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.

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

A. WARNING IMPROPER CONNECTION OF ALUMINUM HOUSE WIRING TO THE COPPER LEADS CAN RESULT IN AN ELECTRICAL HAZARD OR FIRE.

B. Splice copper wires to aluminum wiring using special connectors designed and UL approved for joining copper to aluminum, and follow the manufacturer's recommended connector procedure closely.

NOTE: Wire used, location and enclosure of splices, etc., must conform to good wiring practice and local codes.