GE JGSP21, JGSP20 warranty HOW does this Cooktop Compare To Your OLD ONE?

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HOW DOES THIS COOKTOP COMPARE

TO YOUR OLD ONE?

Your new cooktop has gas burners. If you are used

The best types of cookware to use, plus heat-upand

to cooking with induction or other electric surface

cool-down times, depend upon [he type of burner or

units, you will notice some differences when you use

surface unit you have.

gas burners.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The following chart will help you to understand the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

differences between gas burner cooktops and any

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

other type of cooktop you may have used in the past.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Description

 

 

 

How it Works

 

 

Gas Burners

 

Regular or sealed

 

 

Flames heat the pans directly. Pan tlatness is not critical to cooking results, but

 

 

 

gas burners use

 

 

pans should be well balanced. Gas burners heat the pan right away and change

 

 

 

either LP gas

 

 

heat settings right away. When you turn the control off, cooking stops right away.

 

 

 

or natural gas.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Radiant

 

Electric coils

 

 

Heat travels to the glass surface and then to the cookware, so pans must be flat on

(Glass Ceramic)

 

under a glass-

 

 

the bottom for good cooking results. The glass cooktop stays hot enough to

Cooktop

 

ceramic cooktop.

 

 

continue cooking after it is turned off. Remove the pan from the surface unit if

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you want cooking to stop.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Induction

 

High frequency

 

 

Pans must be made of ferrous metals (metal that attracts a magnet). Heat is

 

 

 

induction coils

 

 

produced by a magnetic circuit between the coil and the pan. Heats up right away

 

 

 

under a glass

 

 

and changes heat settings right away, like a gas cooktop. After turning the control

 

 

 

surface.

 

 

off, the glass cooktop is hot from the heat of the pan, but cooking stops right away.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electric Coil

 

Flattened metal

 

 

Heats by direct contact with the pan and by heating the air under the pan. For best

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tubing containing

 

 

cooking results, use good quality pans. Electric coils are more forgiving of

 

electric resistance

 

 

warped pans than radiant or solid disks. Heats up quickly but does not change

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wire suspended

 

 

heat settings as quickly as gas or induction. Electric coils stay hot enough to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

over a drip pan.

 

 

continue cooking for a short time after they are turned off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Solid Disk

 

Solid cast iron

 

 

Heats by direct contact with the pan, so pans must be flat on the bottom for good

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disk sealed to the

 

 

cooking results. Heats up and cools down more slowly than electric coils. The

 

 

cooktop surface.

 

 

disk stays hot enough to continue cooking after it is turned off. Remove the pan

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from the solid disk if you want the cooking to stop.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents IJse and Care Guide Save time and money. Before you request service Help US Help YOURead this guide carefully Write down the model and serial numbersWhen You Get Your Range Using Your RangeImportant Safety Instructions Surface CookingOven Do not use a wok on the cooking surface ifSelf-Cleaning Oven Save These Instructions Flooring and LevelingFlooring under the Range Leveling the RangeFeature Index Explained Oven Light Switch Automatic Oven Light Switch Oven Interior LightOven Shelf Supports Lift-Off Oven DoorHOW does this Cooktop Compare To Your OLD ONE? Twe of Cookto~ Description How it Works Gas BurnersFilectric Ignition Surface Burner ControlsSuper Burner To Light a Surface BurnerHow to Select Flame Size Surface CookingCookware Wok CookingPage Oven CONTROL, Clock and Timer Efore Using Your Oven Electric IgnitionOven Shelves Shelf PositionsUsing Your Oven How to Set Your Range for BakingBaking Oven LightPan Placement Ven ShelvesPreheating Baking PansBaking Guides CookiesPies Aluminum FoilHow to Set Immediate Start and Automatic Stop OW to Time BakeHow to Set Delay Start and Automatic Stop To Adjust the ThermostatTimed Baking Quick ReminderUse of Aluminum Foil Questions and Answers Why is my roast crumbling when I try to carve it?Roasting Roasting GuideJse of Aluminum Foil Questions & AnswersOven door should be closed during broiling Should I salt the meat before broiling?Broiling Guide Broiling should always be done with the oven door closedBefore a Clean Cycle How to Delay Start of Cleaning Operating the SELF-CLEANING OvenHow to Set Oven for Cleaning ’ter a Clean Cycle To Stop a Clean CycleShould there be any odor during the cleaning? Why do I have ash left in my oven after cleaning?Care and Cleaning How to Remove Packaging TapeRemoving Packing Materials Control Panel and KnobsClean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or ~ift-Up CooktopBrushed Chrome Cooktop on some models Broiler Pan and RackPainted Surfaces Glass SurfacesLift-Off Oven Door Inside of the doorAnge Top Burners Burner GratesRemovable Oven Bottom Drip PansOven Light Bulb OII Surface Burner Air Adjustment Shutters Minor Adjustments YOU can MakeBroil and Oven Burner Air Adjustment Shutters Yellow flames Soft blue flamesProblem Solver ProperlyWe’ll Be There Warranty

JGSP20, JGSP21 specifications

The GE JGSP21 and JGSP20 are two high-performance gas ranges designed to meet the needs of modern kitchens. Exceptional in their efficiency and versatility, these models have garnered a reputation for being reliable appliances suitable for both everyday cooking and gourmet meals.

One of the standout features of the GE JGSP21 and JGSP20 is the industry-leading edge-to-edge cooktop. This design provides a seamless surface that allows for easy movement of pots and pans. With five burners, including a high-output burner for rapid boiling, these ranges enable chefs to cook multiple dishes simultaneously while maintaining perfect temperature control. The precise simmer burner allows for delicate cooking tasks such as sauces and melting chocolate, offering a range of cooking versatility that appeals to a broad audience.

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In summary, the GE JGSP21 and JGSP20 gas ranges are a top choice for those seeking a powerful, efficient, and stylish cooking appliance. With their advanced technology, user-friendly features, and modern design, they reflect GE's commitment to quality and innovation in kitchen products.
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