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-up and

to cooking with induction or other electric surface

cool-down times, depend upon the 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.

 

 

 

 

Type of Cooktop

Description

How It Works

 

Gas Burners

Regular or sealed

Flames heat the pans directly. Pan flatness 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

 

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

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Features of Your Cooktop

Cooktop Comparison

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JGP645 specifications

The GE Monogram JGP645 is a high-performance gas cooktop designed to elevate your culinary experience with its professional-grade features and advanced technologies. This model embodies quality craftsmanship and innovation, making it a favorite among both home cooks and professional chefs.

One of the standout features of the GE Monogram JGP645 is its powerful burners. It boasts five sealed burners, including a dual-flame stacked burner that can provide up to 20,000 BTUs of heat. This allows for precise temperature control, facilitating everything from simmering sauces to searing meats. The cooktop is designed to accommodate a variety of cookware sizes, making it versatile for different cooking styles.

The surface of the JGP645 is constructed from durable stainless steel, ensuring not only an elegant appearance but also resistance to stains and easy maintenance. The heavy cast iron grates are robust and provide excellent stability for pots and pans, offering a professional look and feel. They are designed to be easily removable, making cleaning quick and effortless.

Incorporating advanced cooking technologies, the GE Monogram JGP645 includes an automatic re-ignition feature. Should a flame extinguish, this innovation ensures that the burner will reignite itself automatically, providing peace of mind during the cooking process. This cooktop also comes equipped with a precise simmer option on select burners, allowing you to maintain low temperatures for delicate dishes, like sauces and custards.

User convenience is enhanced with the cooktop’s ergonomic knob controls, which are easy to operate, even with wet or greasy hands. The continuous grates allow for smooth transitions between pots and pans, eliminating the need to lift them when changing cooking elements.

Safety is a top priority with this gas cooktop. It features a flame failure system that prevents gas from flowing if the flame is extinguished, ensuring a secure cooking environment. The JGP645 also comes with a stylish, integrated design that seamlessly fits in with a variety of kitchen aesthetics.

In conclusion, the GE Monogram JGP645 gas cooktop combines professional performance with user-friendly features, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to enhance their cooking capabilities. Its robust design, advanced technology, and high efficiency make it a standout option in the realm of luxury kitchen appliances.
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