GE JV371 User Manual

USE and CARE
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Your hood has a nameplate on which is stamped the model number and serial number. To
locate nameplate, remove filter and look on back wall of hood body.
Model and serial numbers are also on the Purchase Record Card which came with your hood.
Before sending in this card, please record the numbers in the space below, or get them from
nameplate described above, and record here.
Model Number
Serial Number
Please reference both these numbers in any future correspondence or product service tails
concerning your hood.
SAFETYTIPS ‘TOFOLLOWWHILE COOKINGELECTRICALLY
When you get your new hood . . . .
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Haveit installed and properlygrounded bya qualified installer.
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mark it for easyreference.
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When using your hood. . .
Dueto the hoodfan drawing power,specialcaution is neededto avoidspreading
of possibleflame from the cookingsurfaceof your range.
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smoking and greasyspilloversthat may ignite and spread if ventilating hood is 8
used. Use surface unit heat settings recommendedby manufacturer and ade- ~
quate-sizeutensils.
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Whenflaming foods underthe hood,turn the fan off. Thefan, if operating, may &
spreadthe flame.
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Never useyour cooking appliance for warming or heating the room. The elec-
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cessiveheat.
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Keep hood and greasefilters clean according to instructions to maintain good $
venting and to avoidgreasefires.
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DONOT USEWATERON GREASEFIRES.NEVERPICKUPA FLAMINGPAN.,~
Smotherflaming panon surfaceunit bycoveringpancompletelywith well fitting ~~- ----- -
lid, cookie sheet or flat tray, and, IF YOU CAN DO SO WITHOUT GETTING
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BURNED,immediatelyturn “OFF” the surfaceunit switch and ventilating hood,
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if there is a dangerof being burned, wait until AFTER flame has beenreduced.
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Flaminggreaseoutside pancan be extinguished by baking sodaor, if available,
a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam type extinguisher.
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GE JV371 Specifications

General

Power Source	Electric
Voltage	120 V
Type	Under Cabinet
Width	30 inches
Ventilation Type	Ducted
Noise Level	6.5 sones
Vent Type	Ducted

Summary

Safety Tips for Electric Cooking

Initial Hood Setup Guidance

Guidance for initial installation and setup of the ventilating hood by a qualified installer.

Safe Hood Operation During Cooking

Important precautions for safe operation of the hood during cooking, including fire prevention.

Product Service and Support

Calling for Product Service

Instructions on what information to provide when calling for product service to expedite assistance.

Warranty Information

Details regarding the warranty accompanying the Use and Care Book and how to obtain it.

Service Safety Precautions

Essential safety steps, such as disconnecting power, before performing any maintenance or service on the hood.

Operating Your Ventilating Hood

Fan and Lamp Switch Controls

Explanation of how to operate the fan and lamp switches for various functions like normal and night light.

Maintaining Your Ventilating Hood

Filter Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the hood's removable metal grease filters to ensure efficient operation.

Motor and Fan System

Motor Overheating Protection

Information on the hood's built-in protection against motor overheating and automatic shut-off.

Fan Performance Troubleshooting

Guidance on diagnosing and resolving issues with fan air circulation or speed.

Cleaning the Motor and Fan

Step-by-step instructions for safely cleaning the motor and fan components of the ventilating hood.

Lamp Replacement and Troubleshooting

Lamp Replacement Procedure

Instructions for replacing the hood lamps, including wattage limitations and safety tips.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guidance for diagnosing and resolving common operational problems like fan failure or cycling.