GE Ventilation Hood JVB93 User Manual

Use and Care & Installation Guide  
Downdraft Vent System  
Problem Solver.......................4  
Safety Instructions................2  
Installation............................5–11  
Ductwork Table ...................................8  
Plan Ductwork.....................................8  
Plan Wiring..........................................9  
Install Ductwork ................................10  
Install Wiring.....................................10  
Operating Instructions, Tips  
Canning ...............................................3  
Controls ...............................................3  
Cooking Tips........................................3  
Care and Cleaning  
Blower..................................................4  
Grease Filter........................................4  
Consumer Support  
Warranty.............................Back Cover  
Models: JVB93  
JVB96  
GE Appliances  
 
SERVICING  
NOTE: BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS  
Disconnect power to the cooktop and remove it first.  
Reverse the steps in the Install the Downdraft section  
to remove the downdraft from the cabinet.  
OFF BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.  
It may be necessary to remove the downdraft blower  
system from the cabinet in order to service components  
such as the blower motor or air vent mechanism.  
Service parts are available from your local GE  
distributor or from a GE Service and Parts Center.  
USING YOUR DOWNDRAFT VENT SYSTEM  
Controls  
Turn the downdraft blower  
ON by pressing down on  
the activating switch. The  
air vent will rise.  
Turn the downdraft  
blower OFF by pressing  
the activating switch  
again. The air vent will  
go down and the blower  
will shut off.  
The blower can be ON or  
OFF and its speed can be  
adjusted with the recessed  
knob on the right side of  
the air vent.  
NOTE: For most convenient operation, set the  
blower to your favorite speed. The blower will come  
on to this speed whenever the activating switch is  
pressed and the air vent rises.  
Knob  
CAUTION: Be careful when raising or lowering  
the downdraft. Be sure pots, pot handles and other  
objects are clear of the downdraft cover and cannot  
be struck or tipped by the downdraft being raised.  
• To avoid injury, make sure there are no fingers  
around the downdraft cover when it is lowered.  
• Keep hands and fingers away from all  
downdraft parts.  
COOKING TIPS  
• The high-capacity performance of this downdraft  
system can increase the cooking times for some  
foods. It may take longer to reach high cooking  
temperatures if the downdraft is turned on to high  
right away. Adjust the fan speed for best cooking  
results.  
Canning  
When canning foods in a water-bath canner, a gentle  
but steady boil must be maintained continuously for  
the required time. When canning foods in a pressure  
canner, the pressure must be maintained continuously  
for the required time.  
For best results when heating oil for deep frying or  
when boiling water, use the front surface units or wait  
until the water is boiling or the oil is at frying  
temperatures before turning on the downdraft.  
Use of the blower at a high speed when canning may  
reduce the temperature enough to stop boiling. While  
canning, we recommend using the downdraft at LOW  
speed and using the front surface unit.  
• The downdraft may not completely capture all the  
steam from pans on the front burners.  
3
 
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 replacing.  
NOTE: The filters are different sizes. Be sure to  
With careful handling, the filter will last for years.  
If replacement becomes necessary, order the part  
from your dealer.  
replace them with the longer filter on the left.  
When replacing the filters, the long one goes in the  
left side.  
Blower  
Painted or Metal Surfaces  
1. DISCONNECT THE DOWNDRAFT  
POWER SUPPLY BY REMOVING THE  
POWER CORD FROM THE RECEPTACLE.  
Clean greasy surfaces frequently, using a mild  
detergent. Do not use abrasive cloth, steel wool  
pads or scouring powder because they will mar  
the surface.  
2. Remove the blower cover.  
3. Use a vacuum hose to clean the blower.  
Do not immerse the blower in water.  
Stainless Steel Surfaces (on some models)  
Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the  
surface.  
4. Replace the blower cover.  
5. Reconnect the power supply.  
To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm, sudsy  
water, a stainless steel cleaner such as Kleen King®,  
or an all-purpose liquid or spray cleaner. Always  
scrub in the direction of the grain. Rinse thoroughly  
with a sponge or cloth and clean water. Dry with a  
soft, clean cloth. After cleaning, use a stainless steel  
polish, such as Stainless Steel Magic®, Revere  
Copper and Stainless Steel Cleaner® or Wenol All  
Purpose Metal Polish®. Follow the product  
instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface.  
QUESTIONS?  
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
FAN DOES NOT WORK  
• The vent must be fully extended before the downdraft will work.  
• The blower control knob must be turned in a clockwise direction to turn  
the blower on.  
4
 
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  
wall or adjacent cabinet. Make sure it is within  
reach of the unit’s 2-ft. long power cord and  
conforms to all local codes.  
Pencil  
Flat blade and Phillips  
screwdrivers  
Install a standard wiring box with a 3-pronged  
outlet.  
Duct tape  
Saw (saber or keyhole)  
(OR other depending upon material)  
• Plan the location of the gas supply pipe (for  
gas cooktops) carefully to avoid interference  
with the downdraft installation.  
Specifications  
Electric Drill  
Metal Snips  
(in some applications)  
This unit can be easily installed following these  
basic steps:  
• Cut out the countertop opening.  
• Install the downdraft in the cabinet.  
• Connect the ductwork and electrical.  
• Install the cooktop.  
1/4Through 7/16″  
Pivoting Hex Socket  
Pliers  
VOLTS  
120  
AMPS  
4.0  
CFM  
500  
DUCT  
314 X 10  
Wire stripper  
Tape measure  
Take Measurements  
Refer to the cooktop installation instructions for  
dimensions of cooktop, countertop cut-out, and  
cabinet requirements.  
The 30models will fit in most 30wide  
cabinets and the 36models will fit in most 36″  
wide cabinets.  
Flashlight  
Level  
Caulking  
1/4Through 7/16″  
Nut Driver  
To install a cooktop with this downdraft, the  
cabinet depth must be 26minimum.  
Before Starting Installation,  
Check the Following  
Requirements  
This downdraft blower system is designed to  
be used to exhaust smoke and odors when  
cooking with all GE electric and sealed burner  
gas cooktops (not approved for standard  
burner gas cooktops). It can be mounted in  
either an island or peninsula location.  
26″  
Minimum 26″  
Requirements for an approved  
installation  
Cabinet depth required  
• 26minimum cabinet depth  
A countertop with a raised lip may not allow  
enough flat countertop for a proper installation.  
• 26minimum from the back of the  
downdraft to the front of the countertop  
Before starting installation, review the following  
• 2312minimum FLAT countertop surface  
pages carefully.  
Cutout dimension and illustrations are given for  
NOTE: JGP932S, JP350SC, JP930SC and  
JP938SC require 2358flat surface area.  
30and 36cooktops.  
(continued next page)  
5
 
30COOKTOPS/DOWNDRAFT UNITS  
JVB93  
1
2
3
Figure 1  
Overall Cooktop Dimensions  
Figure 3  
Cutout for Vent  
Figure 2  
Overall Cutout Dimensions  
NOTE: AGAINST-THE-WALL INSTALLATIONS ARE LIMITED DUE TO DIMENSION REQUIREMENTS.  
REFER TO DETAILS BELOW.  
PLANNING INSTALLATION (Note: 26deep cabinets required)  
PREPARING CUTOUT  
A B C B&C D  
I
E F  
G
H
(Figure 1) (Figure 1) (Figure 1) (Figure 1)  
(Figure 3)  
Min. Setback—  
Front Edge  
(Figure 2)  
(Figure 2) (Figure 2) (Figure 3)  
(Figure 3)  
Downdraft  
Cutout Width  
Req’d from  
Centerline  
Cooktop  
Overall  
Width  
Cooktop  
Overall  
Depth  
Depth  
Cktop +  
D.D. Vent  
Min. Req’d.  
Inside Cabinet  
Clearance  
Cooktop  
Cutout  
Width  
Cooktop  
Cutout  
Depth  
Add’l Depth  
Req’d for  
Downdraft  
Vent  
Depth*  
Cntrtop to Front  
Edge of Cutout**  
Model No.  
JP326  
3014″  
2114″  
218″  
2338″  
212″  
22716″  
2812″  
1958″  
234″  
27116″  
JP340  
JP350  
JP930  
JP938  
2934″  
2078″  
218″  
23″  
212″  
22716″  
2812″  
1958″  
212″  
27116″  
JP350SC  
JP930SC  
JP938SC  
2978″  
30″  
2112″  
21″  
218″  
218″  
2358″  
2318″  
212″  
212″  
22716″  
22716″  
2812″  
2812″  
1958″  
1958″  
258″  
258″  
27116″  
27116″  
JGP328  
JGP933  
JGP933S  
JGP336  
JGP932  
30″  
2934″  
30″  
21″  
21″  
2114″  
2112″  
218″  
218″  
218″  
218″  
2318″  
2318″  
2338″  
2334″  
212″  
212″  
212″  
212″  
22716″  
22716″  
22716″  
22716″  
2812″  
2812″  
2812″  
2812″  
1958″  
1958″  
1958″  
1958″  
258″  
258″  
234″  
234″  
27116″  
27116″  
27116″  
27116″  
JGP930S  
JGP932S  
2978″  
*Includes 1/8gap between cooktop and vent trim.  
**Required to maintain UL or AGA approvals.  
6
 
36COOKTOPS/DOWNDRAFT UNITS  
JVB96  
1
2
3
Figure 1  
Overall Cooktop Dimensions  
Figure 3  
Cutout for Vent  
Figure 2  
Overall Cutout Dimensions  
NOTE: AGAINST-THE-WALL INSTALLATIONS ARE LIMITED DUE TO DIMENSION REQUIREMENTS.  
REFER TO DETAILS BELOW.  
PLANNING INSTALLATION (Note: 26deep cabinets required)  
PREPARING CUTOUT  
A B C B&C D  
I
E F  
G
H
(Figure 1) (Figure 1) (Figure 1) (Figure 1)  
(Figure 3)  
Min. Setback—  
Front Edge  
(Figure 2)  
(Figure 2) (Figure 2) (Figure 3)  
(Figure 3)  
Downdraft  
Cutout Width  
Req’d from  
Centerline  
Cooktop  
Overall  
Width  
Cooktop  
Overall  
Depth  
Depth  
Cktop +  
D.D. Vent  
Min. Req’d.  
Inside Cabinet  
Clearance  
Cooktop  
Cutout  
Width  
Cooktop  
Cutout  
Depth  
Add’l Depth  
Req’d for  
Downdraft  
Vent  
Depth*  
Cntrtop to Front  
Edge of Cutout**  
Model No.  
JP626  
3512″  
21″  
218″  
2318″  
212″  
221116″  
3378″  
1918″  
278″  
33116″  
JP960  
JP968  
36″  
2038″  
218″  
2212″  
212″  
221116″  
3378″  
1918″  
212″  
33116″  
JP960S  
JP968S  
3618″  
36″  
21″  
21″  
218″  
218″  
2318″  
2318″  
212″  
212″  
221116″  
221116″  
3378″  
3378″  
1918″  
1918″  
258″  
278″  
33116″  
33116″  
JGP628  
JGP963  
JGP963S  
JGP636  
JGP960S  
JGP962  
36″  
36″  
36″  
36″  
21″  
2114″  
20716″  
21″  
218″  
218″  
218″  
218″  
2318″  
2338″  
22916″  
23316″  
212″  
212″  
212″  
212″  
221116″  
221116″  
221116″  
221116″  
3378″  
3378″  
3378″  
3378″  
1918″  
1918″  
1918″  
1918″  
278″  
278″  
258″  
234″  
33116″  
33116″  
33116″  
33116″  
JGP962S  
*Includes 1/8gap between cooktop and vent trim.  
**Required to maintain UL or AGA approvals.  
7
 
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
(continued)  
Plan the Ductwork  
Steps to Determine Flexible Ducting’s  
Equivalent Length  
1. Measure the actual amount of offset  
(Maximum 3recommended). The effect upon  
Right  
discharge  
airflow is dependent upon the amount of offset.  
2. Calculate the equivalent ducting allowances  
using:  
Left discharge  
( ___ in. offset) x (14 Ft. per inch)  
= ___ Ft. equivalent length.  
Down discharge  
(as shipped)  
3. Ensure that the total equivalent length of  
ducting does not exceed the maximum  
recommendation of 100 feet.  
1. This downdraft blower system is designed  
for use with 314x 10ductwork (can be  
transitioned to 6round). Three different  
discharge directions are available with side--to-side  
adjustment for accurate alignment of ductwork.  
Venting Island to Outside Wall  
Wall  
2. For best performance: Choose the ducting  
option which allows the shortest length of  
ductwork and a minimum number of elbows and  
transitions. Check location of floor joists, wall  
joists, wall studs, electrical wiring or plumbing  
for possible interference.  
NOTE: The unit is shipped with the 314x 10″  
discharge facing DOWN. See the Changing  
Blower Direction section, if necessary.  
24Power Cord  
provided  
291/2″  
(on right-hand side)  
7″  
Duct Pieces  
Equivalent Length*  
Duct Pieces  
Equivalent Length*  
314x 10″  
to 6Round  
Transition  
6Round  
Straight  
5 ft.  
1 ft. (per foot length)  
6Round  
to 314x 10″  
Transition  
90° Elbow  
20 ft.  
12 ft.  
314x 10″  
1 ft. (per foot length)  
Straight  
314x 10″  
to 6Round  
Transition  
90° Elbow  
6″  
15 ft.  
90° Elbow  
6Round  
Wall Cap  
with Damper  
6″  
21 ft.  
27 ft.  
9 ft.  
16 ft.  
5 ft.  
45° Elbow  
314x 10″  
Wall Cap  
with Damper  
314x 10″  
90° Elbow  
314x 10″  
45° Elbow  
6Round  
Roof Cap  
20 ft.  
24 ft.  
314x 10″  
90° Flat Elbow  
6Round  
Roof Vent  
24 ft.  
7 ft.  
SHOULD NOT EXCEED 100 EQUIVALENT FT.  
6Round  
to 314x 10″  
Transition  
*Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests conducted by  
GE Evaluation Engineering and reflect requirements for good venting  
performance with a downdraft rated at 500 CFM.  
8
 
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  
power cord to reach. The outlet cannot be  
located on a back wall. The outlet needs to be  
mounted on the side wall of the cabinet or it  
could be on the back wall of an adjacent cabinet  
with access through an opening in the side wall.  
(Based on local codes.)  
Clamp  
channel  
Sheet  
metal  
screw  
Cover plate  
1. Remove the 4 nuts and 2 clamp channels.  
Preparation  
2. Loosen the screws holding the gear motor  
cover and slide it away from the blower.  
Changing Blower Discharge (Optional)  
3. Carefully lift the blower and disconnect the  
motor plug if necessary. Reposition the blower  
and reconnect the motor plug.  
The blower is shipped with its discharge facing  
DOWN. Follow these steps ONLY if:  
• The position of the blower discharge needs to  
be moved so the ductwork does not interfere  
with the floor joists, plumbing or wiring below.  
4. Use the supplied cover plate to close any  
open space.  
5. Replace the clamp channels and use the nuts  
• It is necessary to rotate the blower discharge  
to secure the blower in its new position.  
to the RIGHT or LEFT.  
6. Reposition the gear motor covers and tighten  
Place the unit on its back on a table or work  
surface.  
DOWN DISCHARGE–  
Moving Blower Left or Right  
Sheet metal screw  
the screws.  
7. Use sheet metal screws through the bottom  
flange to secure the bottom of the blower.  
(continued next page)  
Blower  
Nuts  
Bottom  
Clamp channel  
flange  
1. Loosen the 4 nuts and 2 clamp channels.  
2. Slide the blower to the desired position.  
3. Use the supplied cover plate to close the  
open space (if any).  
4. Tighten the nuts to secure the top of the blower  
and use the sheet metal screws through the  
bottom flange to secure the bottom of the blower.  
9
 
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
(continued)  
Install the Downdraft  
Install the Ductwork  
CAUTION–BEFORE CUTTING A HOLE  
IN CABINET FOR DUCTWORK: Check for  
interference with floor joists, wall studs,  
electrical wiring or plumbing.  
Mounting screws  
Leveling bracket–  
flange facing out  
314x 10″  
to 6RD.  
Transition  
Leveling bracket–  
flange facing in  
Blower  
Collar  
6RD.  
Elbow &  
ductwork  
Screws  
1. Set the downdraft into the opening. Extend  
the leveling brackets to the floor of the cabinet  
so the downdraft sits straight. (NOTE: Leveling  
brackets can be removed and reattached in  
other positions. The bottom flange may have to  
face inward in tight cabinet installations.)  
2. Secure the downdraft to the countertop  
as follows: Hold the downdraft against the back  
of the countertop cut-out and tighten the 2  
mounting screws (one on each end of unit) on  
the underside of the countertop. Use a wood  
shim between the screw and the underside of  
granite countertops.  
1. Cut the hole in the cabinet as well as holes  
in the wall or floor as necessary.  
2. Mount the roof or wall cap and work back  
toward the cabinet, attaching all ductwork,  
elbows and transitions as previously planned.  
Tape all ductwork connections to make them  
secure and air tight.  
3. Connect the ductwork (and transition,  
if required) to the downdraft. If necessary,  
LOOSEN wing nuts and screws that hold the  
blower in place, and slide the blower left or right  
to meet the ductwork. Retighten the screws and  
wing nuts.  
3. Screw the leveling brackets to the bottom of  
the cabinet. Tighten the screws holding the  
leveling bracket to the unit on each side.  
NOTE: A 314x 10collar is provided for  
installers who prefer to rivet the cutwork to the  
unit. This will allow the blower to be removed  
and replaced easily in service situations without  
disturbing the ductwork.  
Install the Electrical Wiring  
1. Mount a standard wiring box, with  
3-pronged outlet, inside the cabinet. Make sure  
the downdraft’s power cord can easily reach it.  
2. Run the appropriate power cable into the  
cabinet and connect it to the outlet.  
3. Plug the downdraft’s power cord into  
the outlet.  
10  
 
Install the Cooktop  
Adjust the Switch  
• With the Downdraft in the “Down” position,  
place the cooktop into the cutout.  
The downdraft is factory-adjusted for proper  
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  
the downdraft cover.  
To adjust position of activating switch:  
WARNING: To avoid possible electrical  
shock, personal injury or death—  
disconnect electrical power.  
• Using a dime as a thickness gauge, align the  
cooktop so that there is a minimum uniform gap  
of 0.05(the thickness of a dime) between the  
cooktop and the downdraft cover.  
NOTE: Do not force the downdraft cover to  
move rearward when aligning the cooktop. This  
may cause the downdraft cover to impact and  
damage the cooktop when the vent is raised and  
lowered.  
1. If the downdraft is plugged into the electrical  
outlet, unplug it.  
2. Lift the air vent straight up and cock it  
slightly so it remains in the UP position.  
Switch membrane  
Screws  
Switch  
bracket  
Switch  
cover  
3. Remove the switch cover from the right end  
of the air vent.  
4. Loosen the 2 screws holding the switch  
bracket in place. Position the switch bracket so  
that the activating switch just comes in contact  
with the underside of the switch membrane.  
Tighten the screws.  
5. Replace the switch cover, gently lower the  
air vent into the chimney and plug in the power  
cord. Reconnect the electrical power and check  
operation.  
11  
 
Staple sales slip or cancelled check  
here. Proof of original purchase date  
is needed to obtain service  
under warranty.  
YOUR DOWNDRAFT SYSTEM  
WARRANTY  
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
For one year from date of original  
All warranty service provided by  
our Factory Service Centers, or an  
authorized Customer Care®  
WHAT IS COVERED  
purchase, we will provide, free of  
charge, parts and service labor in  
your home to repair or replace  
any part of the downdraft system  
that fails because of a  
technician. To schedule service,  
on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at  
GEAppliances.com, or call  
800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).  
manufacturing defect.  
This warranty is extended to  
the original purchaser and any  
succeeding owner for products  
purchased for ordinary home use in  
the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and  
Washington, D.C. In Alaska the  
warranty is the same except that it  
is LIMITED because you must pay  
to ship the product to the service  
shop or for the service technician’s  
travel costs to your home.  
• Service trips to your home  
to teach you how to use the  
product.  
• Replacement of house fuses or  
resetting of circuit breakers.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED  
• Failure of the product if  
it is used for other than its  
intended purpose or used  
commercially.  
• Improper installation, delivery  
or maintenance.  
If you have an installation  
problem, contact your dealer or  
installer. You are responsible for  
providing adequate electrical,  
exhausting and other  
• Damage to product caused by  
accident, fire, floods or acts  
of God.  
• Incidental or consequential  
damage caused by possible  
defects with this appliance.  
connecting facilities as  
described in the Installation  
Instructions provided with the  
product.  
• Damage caused after delivery.  
• Replacement of the  
replaceable filters.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion  
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.  
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225  
JVB93  
JVB96  
164D3333P139  
49-8904-4  
99 04 2007F  
02-03 JR  
Printed in the United States  
 

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