Jenn-Air GAS COOKTOPS Use & Care Manual

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CAUTION• Be sure appliance is off and all parts are cool before handlingor cleaning. This is to avoid damage and possible burns.• To prevent staining or discoloration, clean appliance after each use.• If a part is removed, be sure it is correctly replaced.Cleaning ProceduresBurner Grates• Allow to cool before touching or removing.• Wash grates with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plasticscrubbing pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled, nonabra-sive pad or Cooktop Cleaning Creme (Part #20000001)** and asponge. If soil remains, reapply Cooktop Cleaning Creme, cover with adamp paper towel and soak for 30 minutes. Scrub again, rinse anddry.• Do not clean in dishwasher or self-cleaning oven.Burner Caps and Sealed Gas BurnersRemovable Burner Caps• Allow burner to cool. Remove burner cap and wash in soapy waterwith a plastic scouring pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad or Cooktop Cleaning Creme (Part#20000001)** and a sponge.• Do not clean in dishwasher or self-cleaning oven.Sealed Gas Burner• Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool. Clean with soap and plasticscouring pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled, nonabrasivepad.• Be careful not to get water into the center of the burner.• Use care when cleaning the ignitor. If the ignitor is wet or damagedthe surface burner will not light.• To ensure even cooking performance, keep burner ports free of foodsoils/debris.Control Knobs• Remove knobs in the OFF position by pulling up.• Wash with warm, soapy water, rinse and dry. Do not use abrasivecleaning agents or abrasive pads as they may scratch the finish.• Do not soak.• Knobs may be cleaned in the dishwasher. Remove any water markswith hot soapy water to prevent permanent stains.• After replacing the knobs, turn on each burner to be sure the knobshave been correctly replaced.Cooktop - Porcelain EnamelPorcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip withmisuse. It is acid resistant, not acid proof. All spillovers, especially acidicor sugary spillovers, should be wiped up immediately with a dry cloth.• When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse and dry.• Never wipe off a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth. This maycause cracking or chipping.• Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or caustic cleaning agents onexterior finish of cooktop.Cooktop - Stainless Steel (select models)• DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING PRODUCTCONTAINING CHLORINE BLEACH.• ALWAYS WIPE WITH THE GRAIN WHEN CLEANING.• Daily Cleaning/Light Soil –– Wipe with one of the following - soapywater, white vinegar/water solution, Formula 409 Glass and SurfaceCleaner* or a similar glass cleaner - using a sponge or soft cloth.Rinse and dry. To polish and help prevent fingerprints, follow withStainless Steel Magic Spray (Part No. 20000008)**.• Moderate/Heavy Soil –– Wipe with one of the following - Bon Ami*,Smart Cleanser*, or Soft Scrub* - using a damp sponge or soft cloth.Rinse and dry. Stubborn soils may be removed with a damp Scotch-Brite* pad; rub evenly with the grain. Rinse and dry. To restore lusterand remove streaks, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray.• Discoloration –– Using a damp sponge or soft cloth, wipe withCameo Stainless Steel Cleaner*. Rinse immediately and dry. To removestreaks and restore luster, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray.* Brand names are registered trademarks of the respectivemanufacturers.** To order call 1-800-JENNAIR (1-800-536-6247).Surface burner fails to light.• Check to be sure power plug is securely inserted into wall outlet.• Check or re-set circuit breaker. Check or replace fuse.• Check power supply.• Check to be sure burner is correctly rated for your kindof gas.• Check to be sure burner ports or ignition ports arenot clogged.• Check to be sure ignitor is dry and clicking. Burner will not light ifignitor is damaged, soiled or wet. If ignitor doesn’t click, turn controlknob OFF.• Check to be sure burner cap is correctly seated on the burner base.Surface burner flame lifts off ports.• Check to be sure a pan is sitting on the grate above.• Contact an authorized servicer.The flame is uneven.• Burner ports may be clogged.• Flame may need to be adjusted. Contact an authorized servicer.Surface burner flame is yellow in color.• Contact an authorized servicer.• Some yellow tips on the flame are acceptable when using LP gas.Igniter continues to click.• Be sure ignitors are dry.6C ARE & CLEANINGT ROUBLESHOOTING