GE JGP989 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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24INSTALLING THE FOAM GASKETDo not install the cooktop into the countertopwithout installing the foam gasket as shown.It protects the bottom edge of the glass fromthe countertop and seals the cooktop againstspills.Remove the cooktop along with its shippingpad from the shipping box. Remove theshipping block from the downdraft ventopening and place it under the shippingpad to provide level support.CAUTION: GLASS IS FRAGILE.DO NOT BUMP EDGE OF GLASS DURINGINSTALLATION.Locate the foam gasket tape included withyour cooktop.Peel off the white backing to install the foamgasket tape on the bottom side of the cooktopglass as shown.Undersideof GlassFoamGasketTape1⁄8″ max. toGlass EdgeFoam Gasket Installation Notes:• The foam gasket tape should be installedwithin 1/8″ of the edge of the glass. Do notstretch or twist the foam gasket tape.CAUTION: Failure to installfoam gasket tape greatly increases thepotential of breaking the cooktop glasswhen installing, especially in Corian® orgranite countertops.• Use care not to stretch the foam gasket tapewhile it is installed or it will not stay inplace.• Do not place foam gasket tape over themetal flanges.• Butt the foam gasket tape ends together ateach corner without overlapping.• Trim the foam gasket tape to length withoutstretching.• Mitre cut outside corners of foam gaskettape slightly if necessary for appearance.7• Do not scratch the glass while cutting thefoam gasket tape.Installation InstructionsUNPACKING THE COOKTOP/INSTALLING THE GASKETCenter vent shipping block –place under the shipping padto provide level support