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Use and Care & Installation Guide
Downdraft Vent System
Problem Solver .......................4
Safety Instructions ................2
Installation............................5–11
Operating Instructions, Tips
Ductwork Table ...................................8
Canning ...............................................3
Plan Ductwork.....................................8
Controls ...............................................3
Plan Wiring..........................................9
Cooking Tips......
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS, RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE: OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: A. Never leave surface units unattended at high A. Use this unit only in the manner intended settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy by the manufacturer. If you have questions, spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on contact the manufacturer. low
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Safety Instructions Servicing Using Vent System Cooking Tips SERVICING NOTE: BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS Disconnect power to the cooktop and remove it first. OFF BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT. Reverse the steps in the Install the Downdraft section to remove the downdraft from the cabinet. It may be necessary to remove the downdraft blower system from the cabinet in order to service components Service parts are available from your local GE such as the blower motor or air vent mechanism. distributor o
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CARE AND CLEANING Grease Filter The efficiency of your downdraft depends on a clean filter. Frequency of cleaning depends on the type of cooking you do. Grease filters should be cleaned at least once a month. Never operate the downdraft without the filters in place. To remove: Pull the filters out by grasping them and pulling straight up. To clean: Soak and then agitate in a hot detergent solution. Light brushing may be used to remove embedded soil. Rinse, shake and remove moisture before replac
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Flat counter area INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS • Plan the placement of the electrical outlet box Tools You Will Need carefully. It should NOT be installed on the back wall of the cabinet because it may interfere with the downdraft. It should be installed on a side Flat blade and Phillips Pencil wall or adjacent cabinet. Make sure it is within screwdrivers reach of the unit’s 2-ft. long power cord and conforms to all local codes. Install a standard wiring box with a 3-pronged outlet. Duct tape Saw (
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30″ COOKTOPS/DOWNDRAFT UNITS JVB93 1 3 Figure 1 Overall Cooktop Dimensions Figure 3 Cutout for Vent 2 Figure 2 Overall Cutout Dimensions NOTE: AGAINST-THE-WALL INSTALLATIONS ARE LIMITED DUE TO DIMENSION REQUIREMENTS. REFER TO DETAILS BELOW. PLANNING INSTALLATION (Note: 26″ deep cabinets required) PREPARING CUTOUT A B C B&C D I EF G H (Figure 1) (Figure 1) (Figure 1) (Figure 1) (Figure 3) (Figure 2) (Figure 2) (Figure 2) (Figure 3) (Figure 3) Min. Setback— Downdraft Cooktop Cooktop
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36″ COOKTOPS/DOWNDRAFT UNITS JVB96 1 3 Figure 1 Overall Cooktop Dimensions Figure 3 Cutout for Vent 2 Figure 2 Overall Cutout Dimensions NOTE: AGAINST-THE-WALL INSTALLATIONS ARE LIMITED DUE TO DIMENSION REQUIREMENTS. REFER TO DETAILS BELOW. PLANNING INSTALLATION (Note: 26″ deep cabinets required) PREPARING CUTOUT A B C B&C D I EF G H (Figure 1) (Figure 1) (Figure 1) (Figure 1) (Figure 3) (Figure 2) (Figure 2) (Figure 2) (Figure 3) (Figure 3) Min. Setback— Downdraft Cooktop Cooktop
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Plan the Ductwork Steps to Determine Flexible Ducting’s Equivalent Length 1. Measure the actual amount of offset (Maximum 3″ recommended). The effect upon Right airflow is dependent upon the amount of offset. discharge 2. Calculate the equivalent ducting allowances Left discharge using: ( ___ in. offset) x (14 Ft. per inch) Down discharge = ___ Ft. equivalent length. (as shipped) 3. Ensure that the total equivalent length of ducting does not exceed the max
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Plan the Wiring LEFT OR RIGHT DISCHARGE Blower 1. The downdraft blower system draws 4 AMPS Nut and requires a 120 VAC, 60 Hz circuit. Motor plug 2. The unit has a 2 ft. long power cord with a 3-pronged plug. Plan to provide a grounded outlet in a location which will allow the unit’s Clamp Sheet power cord to reach. The outlet cannot be channel metal located on a back wall. The outlet needs to be screw mounted on the side wall of the cabinet or it could be on the back wall of an adjacent cabine
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Install the Downdraft Install the Ductwork CAUTION–BEFORE CUTTING A HOLE Mounting screws IN CABINET FOR DUCTWORK: Check for interference with floor joists, wall studs, Leveling bracket– electrical wiring or plumbing. flange facing out 1 3 ⁄4″ x 10″ to 6″ RD. Transition Leveling bracket– flange facing in Blower Collar 6″ RD. Screws Elbow & ductwork 1. Set the downdraft into the opening. Extend the leveling brackets to the floor of the cabinet so the downdraf
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Install the Cooktop Adjust the Switch • With the Downdraft in the “Down” position, The downdraft is factory-adjusted for proper place the cooktop into the cutout. operation. However, shipping and handling may affect the positions of the activating switch. • Push the cooktop back until the back edge of the cooktop just barely touches the front edge of To adjust position of activating switch: the downdraft cover. WARNING: To avoid possible electrical • Using a dime as a thickness gauge, align the
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Staple sales slip or cancelled check YOUR DOWNDRAFT SYSTEM here. Proof of original purchase date WARRANTY is needed to obtain service under warranty. FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY All warranty service provided by WHAT IS COVERED our Factory Service Centers, or an For one year from date of original ® authorized Customer Care purchase, we will provide, free of technician. To schedule service, charge, parts and service labor in on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at your home to repair or replace GEApp
