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GE Appliances
Safety Information
Owner’s Manual
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . 3, 4
and Installation
Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Instructions
Installation Instructions . . 7–17
JVB37
30† Cooktops/Downdraft
JVB67
Unit JVB37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
36† Cooktops/Downdraft
Unit JVB67 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Dimensions and Clearances . . .7, 8
Ductwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 13, 15
Electrical and Gas Location . . . . .9
Induction
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GE & You, A Service Partnership. IMPORTANT! Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card. Two easy ways to register your appliance! n Through the internet at www.geappliances.com n Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. PLEASE NOTE: The downdraft vent system you have purchased was designed to be used with GE, GE Profile and GE Profile Performance cooktops listed in this
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WARNING—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: A. Use this unit only in the m
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A WARNING! RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:* A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting 3. The fire department is being called. lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn 4. You can fight the fire with your back off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT to an exit. BURNS. If the flames do not go out *Based on “Kitchen Firesafety Tips” publi
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Using the downdraft system. RAISE/LOWER Switch (30” models only) Turn the downdraft blower ON by pressing Remote RAISE/LOWER switch the RAISE/LOWER switch located at the top (36† models only) right of the vent (on some models). Place 36† models have a remote RAISE/LOWER your finger on the “center” of the switch switch. It operates in the same manner as and hold until you observe the vent m
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Using the downdraft system. Cooking Tips The high air movement of this downdraft Canning system can increase the cooking times for When canning foods in a water-bath canner, some foods. It may take longer to reach a gentle but steady boil must be maintained high cooking temperatures if the downdraft continuously for the required time. is turned to high right away. Adjust the fan speed for best cooking results. When canning foods in a pressure canner, the pressure must be maintained For best res
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Installation of the downdraft system. Read these instructions completely and carefully. WARNING—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be B. Ducted fans must always be vented to the done by qualified persons(s) in accordance with outdoors. all applicable codes and standards, including fire- WA
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Installation of the downdraft system. Read these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT: These vents are recommended for island installations. Against-the-wall installations are limited due to countertop depth requirements. The vent and cooktop combined depth requires an extra deep flat countertop surface. n The countertop must be at least 26† deep with a Flat surface area 1 flat surface area of 23 ⁄2† or more, front to back. In addition, other clearances to the front edge of the co
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Advance Planning—Ductwork n The downdraft blower system is designed to use Prepare ductwork to vent to the outdoors. 1 3 ⁄4† x 10† ductwork. It can be transitioned to n Use the shortest and straightest duct run possible. 6† round. n –The maximum permissible length for duct run is n Ductwork MUST be vented to the outside–never 150 feet. into a crawl space, attic or other enclosed space. n –
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Installation of the downdraft system. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 30† Cooktops/Downdraft Unit JVB37 NOTE: Before you begin: Measure and mark Dimension 3 to ensure that adequate flat countertop surface is available. n Identify the cutout illustration for the cooktop 1 8 ⁄2† model you are installing with this downdraft vent. n –Draw lines on the countertop to follow as a cutting 1 2 ⁄8† guide. n –Make sure sides of the opening are parallel and rear and front cuts are exac
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 36† Cooktops/Downdraft Unit JVB67 NOTE: Before you begin: Measure and mark Dimension 3 to ensure that adequate flat countertop surface is available. n Identify the cutout illustration for the cooktop 1 8 ⁄2† model you are installing with this downdraft vent. n –Draw lines on the countertop to follow as a cutting 1 2 ⁄8† guide. n –Make sure sides of the opening are parallel and rear and
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Installation of the downdraft system. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 30† Induction Cooktops with Downdraft Unit JVB37 36† Induction Cooktops with Downdraft Unit JVB67 7 NOTE: Before you begin: Measure and mark 22 ⁄8† (Dimension 3) to ensure that adequate flat countertop surface is available. 1 n Identify the cutout illustration for the cooktop 8 ⁄2† model you are installing with this downdraft vent. n –Draw lines on the countertop to follow as a 1 2 ⁄8† cutting guide. n –M
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Power Supply This downdraft vent must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz., and Do not leave gas or electrical connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit, connections within shaded area. protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse. Gas Cooktops If this vent is installed in combination with a gas 1 29 ⁄2† cooktop, it may operate from the same duplex outlet. El
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Installation of the downdraft system. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Venting Options Side to side adjustments: Loosen screws to adjust blower left to right The entire blower mounting plate can be adjusted 1 3 ⁄2† to the left or right. This will help to align vent discharge to house ductwork. 30° Rotation For even more flexibility, the entire blower can be rotated up to 30° toward the left or 30° toward the right. Discharge direction Nut location inside the blower discharge
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Install Downdraft Vent Optional method Secure to cabinet side with top screw on case Or use second screw Preferred method Secure the upper brackets with screws located on the side of case and attach to back of cabinet Secure the lower brackets to blower housing Install two brackets on the bottom of the Place the downdraft vent into the countertop vent. Attach brackets to slide screws on
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Installation of the downdraft system. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Step 3 is for 36† wide models only. Skip this step if installing a 30† model. Install Raise/Lower Switch WARNING: Disconnect eletrical power from the unit before beginning switch installation. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or damage to the electrical controls. Trim Determine the location for the RAISE/LOWER Knot switch. The wiring lead is 72† long. n Drill a 3/16† hole into the desired loca
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Connect Power Plug power cord into a properly grounded receptacle. Installing the Cooktop Align the cooktop with the downdraft and fasten cooktop in place. NOTES: n Accurate alignment of cooktop and downdraft is necessary to ensure that there is no interference when air vent is raised and lowered. There should be a gap of 1/16† –1/8† between the back of the cooktop and the front of the dow
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Before You Call For Service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the tips below and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Fan does not work The vent is not fully extended • Press the RAISE/LOWER switch. The blower control switch may • Slide it to the right. be in the OFF position Vent does not rise Vent not plugged into an outlet • Plug vent in. RAISE/LOWER switch did • Hold switch down for a couple of seconds to not engage lift motor activate mot
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service GE Downdraft System Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year Any part of the downdraft system which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. From the date of the During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of c
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Service Telephone Numbers. ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. OR Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.com In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs Service 800.626.2000 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. Service Contracts 800-626-2224 Purchase a GE se
