GE JGP637 - Manual (Page 14)

36
″ Sealed Gas Cooktop
Installation Instructions
CAUTION: Before you begin—read these
instructions completely and carefully.
• 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
and conversion kit for future use.
• Note—This appliance must be properly
grounded.
• IMPORTANT: Leak testing of the appliance
shall be conducted according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
• Skill level—Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical skills.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of
the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty.
PARTS INCLUDED
Joint Sealant
14
Pipe Fittings
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED
Shut Off
Valves
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
• This product must be installed by a
licensed plumber or gas fitter.
• When using ball-type gas shut-off valves,
they shall be the T-handle type.
• A flexible gas connector, when used,
must not exceed 3 feet.
2 Screws
Regulator
2 Hold Down
Brackets Foam Tape
If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com
CONVERSION KIT
5 LP/
Propane
Orifices Conversion
Label
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This cooktop is designed to operate on natural
gas at 4 of water column pressure. It is
shipped from the factory set for natural gas.
The convertible pressure regulator supplied
with the unit must be connected in series with
the manifold of the cooktop and must remain
in series with the supply line regardless of
whether natural or L.P . gas is being used.
FOR PROPER OPERATION, THE MAXIMUM
INLET PRESSURE TO THE REGULATOR
MUST BE NO MORE THAN 14 OF WATER
COLUMN PRESSURE. For checking the
regulator , the inlet pressure must be at least
1 (or 3.4 KP A) greater than the regulator
output setting. If the regulator is set for 4 of
water column pressure, the inlet pressure
must be at least 5 . If the regulator is set for
10 , the inlet pressure must be at least 1
1 . The gas supply line to the cooktop should be
1/2 or 3/4 pipe.
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WARNING: Never reuse old flexible
connectors. The use of old flexible
connectors can cause gas leaks and
personal injury
. Always use new flexible connectors when installing
a gas appliance.
Screw a section of pipe
onto each end of the
pressure regulator
.
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Pressure
Regulator
Shut Off Valve Electrical Outlet 12" Below Countertop
Screw the
regulator and
pipe connection
into the burner
box bottom.
Make sure the
top of the
regulator is
facing toward
the cabinet front,
easily accessible
through the
cabinet doors.
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To reduce the likelihood of gas leaks, apply
teflon tape or a thread compound approved
for use with LP or natural gases to all
threaded connections.
Pressure
Regulator
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Shut Off Valve Electrical Outlet 12" Below
Countertop
Install a manual shutof Install a manual shutof f valve in the gas line f valve in the gas line in an easily accessible location outside the in an easily accessible location outside the
cooktop. Be sure you know how and where to cooktop. Be sure you know how and where to
shut of shut of f the gas supply to the cooktop. Install f the gas supply to the cooktop. Install the electrical outlet 12 the electrical outlet 12 below the countertop. below the countertop.
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Conversion
Instructions
1/8
″ Drill Bit &
Electric or
Hand Drill
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Pencil
Ruler or
Straightedge
Saber Saw
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Pipe Wrench
Flat-Blade Screwdriver