GE JGP637 Installation Instructions 36″ Sealed Gas Cooktop, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Installation Instructions 36″ Sealed Gas Cooktop

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In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
•	This product must be installed by a	• A flexible gas connector, when used,
•	licensed plumber or gas fitter.		must not exceed 3 feet.
	When using ball-type gas shut-off valves,
	they shall be the T-handle type.
CAUTION: Before you begin—read these		• Note—This appliance must be properly
instructions completely and carefully.			grounded.
• IMPORTANT—Save these instructions for		• IMPORTANT: Leak testing of the appliance
	local inspector’s use.		shall be conducted according to the
• IMPORTANT—OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING			manufacturer’s instructions.
	CODES AND ORDINANCES.	•	Skill level—Installation of this appliance
•	Note to Installer—Be sure to leave these		requires basic mechanical skills.
	instructions with the Consumer.	•	Proper installation is the responsibility of
• Note to Consumer—Keep these instructions			the installer.
	and conversion kit for future use.	•	Product failure due to improper installation
			is not covered under the Warranty.

PARTS INCLUDED

2 Screws	Foam Tape 2 Hold Down
		Brackets

Regulator

MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED

Pipe Fittings	Shut Off
Joint Sealant	Valves

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

CONVERSION KIT

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			C	-------------------------------------------
			C1 ---------------------------------------			C3		-----------------------------------
			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				WARNING: Never reuse old flexible
			with the unit must be connected in series with				connectors. The use of old flexible
			the manifold of the cooktop and must remain				connectors can cause gas leaks and
			in series with the supply line regardless of				personal injury.Always use new
			whether natural or L.P . gas is being used.				flexible connectors when installing
			FOR PROPER OPERATION, THE MAXIMUM				a gas appliance.
			INLET PRESSURE TO THE REGULATOR
			MUST BE NO MORE THAN 14 OF WATER
			COLUMN PRESSURE. For checking the			Screw a section of pipe
			regulator , the inlet pressure must be at least			onto each end of the
			1 (or 3.4 KPA) greater than the regulator			pressure regulator.
			output setting. If the regulator is set for 4 of			To reduce the likelihood of gas leaks, apply
			water column pressure, the inlet pressure
			must be at least 5 . If the regulator is set for			teflon tape or a thread compound approved
			10 , the inlet pressure must be at least 1 .1			for use with LP or natural gases to all
			The gas supply line to the cooktop should be			threaded connections.
			1/2 or 3/4 pipe.
5 LP/						C4		---------------------------------------------------------------------------
			-------------------------------------C2
				----------------------------------------		Screw the
				--------------------------------		regulator and
						pipe connection
			-------------------------			into the burner
			---------------------------			box bottom.
			-------------------------			Make sure the
			------------------			top of the
						regulator is
						facing toward
Propane			Install a manual shutof f valve in the gas line			the cabinet front,
			in an easily accessible location outtsiide tthe			easily accessible
			cooktop. Be sure you know how and where to			through the
			shut of f the gas supply to the cooktop. Insttall			cabinet doors.
Orifices			the electrical outlet 12 below the countertop.
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	Conversion
	Instructions

Conversion

Label

1/8″ Drill Bit &	Flat-Blade Screwdriver
Electric or
Hand Drill
	Phillips Head Screwdriver
Pipe Wrench
Ruler or	Pencil	Saber Saw
Straightedge

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