Jenn-Air ELECTRIC TOUCH CONTROL COOKTOP User Manual

JENN-AIR ELECTRIC TOUCH CONTROL COOKTOPS

USE & CARE

GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions ............................................... 1-2

Using Your Cooktop ................................................................ 3-8

Care & Cleaning ............................................................................ 9

Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 10

Warranty .........................................................................................11

Guide de l’utilisation et entretien.......................................... 12

Guía de Uso y Cuidado .............................................................24

Installer: Please leave this manual with this appliance. Consumer: Please read and keep this manual for future

reference. Keep sales receipt and/or cancelled check as proof of purchase.

Model Number__________________________________ Serial Number __________________________________ Date of Purchase ________________________________ If you have questions, call:

Jenn-Air Customer Assistance 1-800-JENNAIR (1-800-536-6247) USA and Canada 1-800-688-2080 ( U.S. TTY for hearing or speech impaired) (Mon.-Fri., 8 am-8 pm Eastern Time) Internet: http://www.jennair.com

In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance of our cooking products, it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide.

For service information, see page 11.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating the appliance.

Always contact the manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

WARNING

WARNING – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD

result in severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD

result in minor personal injury.

Read and follow all instructions before using this appliance to prevent the potential risk of fire, electric shock,

personal injury or damage to the appliance as a result of improper usage of the appliance. Use appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this guide.

To ensure proper and safe operation: Appliance must be properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. Do not attempt to adjust, repair, service, or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this guide. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified servicer.

Always disconnect power to appliance before servicing.

In Case of Fire

Turn off appliance and ventilating hood to avoid spreading the flame. Extinguish flame then turn on hood to remove smoke and odor.

• Smother fire or flame in a pan with a lid or cookie sheet. NEVER pick up or move a flaming pan.

Do not use water on grease fires. Use baking soda, a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher to smother fire or flame.

General Instructions

If appliance is installed near a window, precautions should be taken to prevent curtains from blowing over surface elements.

NEVER use appliance to warm or heat the room. Failure to follow this instruction can lead to possible burns, injury, fire, or damage to the appliance.

NEVER wear loose-fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance. Clothing could catch utensil handles or ignite and cause burns if garment comes in contact with hot heating elements.

To ensure proper operation and to avoid damage to the appliance or possible injury, do not adjust, service, repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in this guide. Refer all other servicing to a qualified technician.

NEVER store or use gasoline or other combustible or flammable materials near surface units or in the vicinity of this appliance as fumes could create a fire hazard or an explosion.

To prevent grease fires, do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the appliance.

Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in a steam burn. Do not let potholders touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth which could easily touch hot heating elements and ignite.

Always turn off all controls when cooking is completed. This appliance has been tested for safe performance using

conventional cookware. Do not use any devices or accessories that are not specifically recommended in this manual. Do not use eyelid covers or stove top grills. The use of devices or accessories that are not expressly recommended in this manual can create serious safety hazards, result in performance problems, and reduce the life of the components of this appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

NEVER use aluminum foil or foil containers on the cooktop.

These may become very hot. Use foil only as directed in this guide.

Aerosol-type cans are EXPLOSIVE when exposed to heat and may be highly flammable. Do not use or store near appliance.

Clean only parts listed in this guide and use procedures recommended.

Cooktop

NEVER leave surface units unattended especially when using

high heat. An unattended boilover could cause smoking and a greasy spillover can cause a fire.

This appliance is equipped with different size surface elements. Select pans with flat bottoms large enough to cover element. Fitting pan size to element will improve cooking efficiency.

If pan is smaller than element, a portion of the element will be exposed to direct contact and could ignite clothing or potholder.

Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Follow utensil manufacturer’s instructions when using glass.

Turn pan handle toward center of cooktop, not out into the room or over another surface element. This reduces the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, or spillage if pan is accidently bumped or reached by small children.

Glass-Ceramic Cooktop

NEVER cook on broken cooktop. If cooktop should break,

cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.

Clean cooktop with caution. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. If a wet sponge, cloth, or paper towel is used on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burn.

Never stand on the cooktop.

Heating Elements

NEVER touch surface elements or areas near elements.

Heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface elements may become hot enough to cause burns.

During and after use, do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact heating elements or areas near elements until they have had sufficient time to cool.

Other potentially hot surfaces include: Cooktop and areas facing the cooktop.

Child Safety

CAUTION

NEVER store items of interest to children in cabinets

above an appliance or on the cooktop. Children climbing on appliance to reach items could damage the appliance or be burned or seriously injured.

NEVER leave children alone or unsupervised in area where appliance is in use or is still hot.

NEVER allow children to sit or stand on any part of the appliance as they could be injured or burned.

Children must be taught that the appliance and utensils in or on it can be hot. Let hot utensils cool in a safe place, out of reach of small children. Children should be taught that an appliance is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play with controls or other parts of the unit.

Ventilating Hoods

Clean range hood and filters frequently to prevent grease or other flammable materials from accumulating on hood or filter and to avoid grease fires.

Turn the fan on when flambéing foods (such as Cherries Jubilee) under the hood.

Deep Fat Fryers

Use extreme caution when moving the grease pan or disposing of hot grease. Allow grease to cool before attempting to move pan.

Save These Instructions for Future Reference

Important Safety Notice and Warning

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING PET BIRDS: Never

keep pet birds in the kitchen or in rooms where the fumes from the kitchen could reach. Birds have a very sensitive respiratory system. Fumes released during an oven selfcleaning cycle may be harmful or fatal to birds. Fumes released due to overheated cooking oil, fat, margarine and overheated non-stick cookware may be equally harmful.

USING YOUR COOKTOP

Using the Touch Control

• Press the desired ON pad. A light on the left side of the

control will blink.

• While the light is blinking, press the desired temperature setting using the Temperature Selector Bar.

• A beep will sound each time a pad is pressed.

Setting the Controls

1. Place pan on surface element.

2. Press ON.

3. Select the temperature setting using the Temperature

Selector Bar.

4. When cooking is completed, press OFF and remove the

pan.

USING YOUR COOKTOP

On Indicators

All Models - The LOW light will illuminate when the element

is on.

Hot Surface Indicator Lights

A Hot Surface light is located next to each element. The light will illuminate when the cooking area is hot. It will remain on, even after the control is turned off, until the area has cooled.

Cooling Fan

A cooling fan will automatically turn on when any element is turned on. The fan is used to keep internal parts inside the cooktop cool. The fan will automatically turn off when all the elements are off. With heavy use, the fan may continue to run after the controls are turned off until the cooktop has cooled.

Control Lockout

The touchpad controls can be locked out for cleaning and to prevent unwanted use.

To lock controls:

Press and hold the All-Off/Lock pad for three seconds.

To unlock controls:

Press and hold the All-Off/Lock pad for three seconds. The All-Off/Lock light will illuminate whenever the controls are

locked.

Cook and Warm Element

The Cook and Warm Element, located in the left rear position, is a fully-functioning element that provides an Ultra Low/ Warm heat setting for holding delicate sauces and keeping cooked foods warm.

To use the Warm setting, touch ON, and then touch Ultra Lo/Warm on the Temperature Selector Bar.

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USING YOUR COOKTOP

Warming Center

Use the Warming Center to keep cooked foods warm, such as vegetables, gravies and oven-safe dinner plates.

Setting the Control:

1. Press ON.

• Warming temperatures are approximate and are

indicated on the control as Ultra Low/Warm, Low,1-8,

High and Ultra High.

2. When done, press OFF and remove food.

• The Hot Surface Indicator light will go off when the Warming Center surface has cooled.

SETTINGS TYPE OF FOOD

ULTRA LOW - 2 Pastries/Breads Breakfast Foods (Eggs)

Delicate Foods

3 - 5 Soups (Cream) Stews

Vegetables Meats

6 - 8 Sauces Gravies

HIGH - Hot Beverages

ULTRA HIGH Soups (Liquid)

Notes

• All foods should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil to maintain food quality.

• When warming pastries and breads, the cover should have an opening to allow moisture to escape.

• Do not use plastic wrap to cover foods. Plastic may melt on to the surface and be very difficult to clean.

• Use only cookware and dishes recommended as safe for cooktop use.

• Always use potholders when removing food from the Warming Center as cookware and plates will be hot.

• Never warm food for longer than one hour (eggs for 30 minutes), as food quality may deteriorate.

• Do not heat cold food on the Warming Center.

• The quantity and type of food being held may affect the required heat setting.

• Do not use large utensils or large amounts of food as this may cause uneven heating.

• Always hold food at proper food temperatures. USDA recommends food temperatures between 140° - 170° F (except pastries).

USING YOUR COOKTOP

Smoothtop Surface

Smoothtop Surface Notes:

• Cooktop may emit light smoke and odor the first few

times the cooktop is used. This is normal.

• Smoothtop cooktops retain heat for a period of time after the element is turned off. Turn the elements off a few minutes before food is completely cooked and use the retained heat to complete cooking. When the Hot Surface light turns off, the cooking area will be cool enough to touch. Because of the way they retain heat, the smoothtop surface will not respond to changes in settings as quickly as coil elements.

• In the event of a potential boilover, remove the pan from the cooking surface.

• The smoothtop surface may appear discolored when it is hot. This is normal and will disappear when the surface cools.

Cooking Areas

The cooking areas on your cooktop are identified by permanent circles on the smoothtop surface. For most efficient cooking, fit the pan size to the element size.

Pans should not extend more than 1/2 to 1-inch beyond the cooking area.

When a control is turned on, a glow can be seen through the smoothtop surface. The element will cycle on and off to

maintain the preset heat setting, even on Hi.

For more information on cookware, refer to Cookware Recommendations on page 8.

Tips to Protect the Smoothtop Surface

Cleaning (see page 9 for more information)

• Before first use, clean the cooktop.

• Clean your cooktop daily or after each use. This will keep your cooktop looking good and can prevent damage.

• If a spillover occurs while cooking, immediately clean the spill from the cooking area while it is hot to prevent a tough cleaning chore later. Using extreme care, wipe spill with a clean dry towel.

• Do not allow spills to remain on the cooking area or the cooktop for a long period of time.

• Never use abrasive cleansing powders or scouring pads

which will scratch the cooktop.

• Never use chlorine bleach, ammonia or other cleansers not

specifically recommended for use on glass-ceramic.

To Prevent Marks & Scratches

• Do not use glass pans. They may scratch the surface.

• Never place a trivet or wok ring between the surface and

pan. These items can mark or etch the top.

• Do not slide aluminum pans across a hot surface. The pans may leave marks which need to be removed promptly. (See Cleaning, page 9.)

• Make sure the surface and the pan bottom are clean before turning on to prevent scratches.

• To prevent scratching or damage to the glass-ceramic top, do not leave sugar, salt or fats on the cooking area. Wipe the cooktop surface with a clean cloth or paper towel before using.

• Never slide heavy metal pans across the surface since these may scratch.

To Prevent Stains

• Never use a soiled dish cloth or sponge to clean the

cooktop surface. A film will remain which may cause stains on the cooking surface after the area is heated.

• Continuously cooking on a soiled surface may/will result in a permanent stain.

To Prevent Other Damage

• Do not allow plastic, sugar or foods with high sugar content to melt onto the hot cooktop. Should this happen, clean immediately. (See Cleaning, page 9.)

• Never let a pan boil dry as this will damage the surface and pan.

• Never use cooktop as a work surface or cutting board.

• Never cook food directly on the surface.

• Do not use a small pan on a large element. Not only does this waste energy, but it can also result in spillovers burning onto the cooking area which requires extra cleaning.

• Do not use non-flat specialty items that are oversized or uneven such as round bottom woks, rippled bottom and/or oversized canners and griddles.

• Do not use foil or foil-type containers. Foil may melt onto the glass. If metal melts on the cooktop, do not use. Call an authorized Jenn-Air Servicer.

USING YOUR COOKTOP

Cookware Recommendations

Using the right cookware can prevent many problems, such as food taking longer to cook or achieving inconsistent results. Proper pans will reduce cooking times, use less energy, and cook food more evenly.

Flat Pan Tests

See if your pans are flat.

The Ruler Test:

1. Place a ruler across the bottom of the pan.

2. Hold it up to the light.

3. Little or no light should be visible under the ruler.

The Bubble Test:

1. Put 1 inch of water in the pan. Place on cooktop and select

High on the Temperature Selector Bar.

2. Watch the formation of the bubbles as the water heats. Uniform bubbles mean good performance, and uneven bubbles indicate hot spots and uneven cooking.

Select Avoid

Flat, smooth-bottom Pans with grooved or warped bottoms. pans. Pans with uneven bottoms do not cook

efficiently and sometimes may not

boil liquid. Heavy-gauge pans. Very thin-gauge metal or glass pans. Pans that are the Pans smaller or larger than the

same size as the element by 1 inch. element.

Secure handles. Cookware with loose or broken handles.

Heavy handles that tilt the pan. Tight-fitting lids. Loose-fitting lids. Flat bottom woks. Woks with a ring-stand bottom.

Canning and Oversize Cookware

All canners and large pots must have flat bottoms and must be made from heavy-gauge materials. This is critical

on smoothtop surfaces. The base must not be more than 1 inch larger than the element.

When canners and pots do not meet these standards, cooking times may be longer, and cooktops may be damaged.

Some canners are designed with smaller bases for use on smoothtop surfaces.

When canning, use the High heat setting only until the water comes to a boil or pressure is reached in the canner.

Reduce to the lowest heat setting that maintains the boil or pressure. If the heat is not turned down, the cooktop may be damaged.

Wok Cooking

Use Jenn-Air’s flat bottom wok (Model AO142) for optimum results. The wok has a nonstick finish, wood handles, cover, steaming rack, rice paddles, cooking tips and recipes. To order call 1-800-JENNAIR (1-800-536-6247).

CARE & CLEANING

Cleaning Procedures

CAUTION

• Be sure appliance is off and all parts are cool before handling or cleaning. This is to avoid damage and possible burns.

• To prevent staining or discoloration, clean appliance after each use.

PART PROCEDURE

Smoothtop - Never use oven cleaners, chlorine bleach, ammonia or glass cleaners with ammonia. NOTE: Call an authorized Glass-Ceramic servicer if the glass-ceramic top should crack, break or if metal or aluminum foil should melt on the cooktop.

• Allow the cooktop to cool before cleaning.

• General – Clean cooktop after each use, with a damp paper towel and Cooktop Cleaning Creme*

(Part No. 20000001)**. Then, buff with a clean dry cloth.

NOTE: Permanent stains will develop if soil is allowed to cook on by repeatedly using the cooktop when soiled.

• Heavy Soils or Metal Marks – Dampen a “scratchless” or “never scratch” scrubber sponge. Apply

Cooktop Cleaning Creme* (Part No. 20000001)** and scrub to remove as much soil as possible. Apply a thin layer of the creme over the soil, cover with a damp paper towel and let stand 30-45 minutes (2-3 hours for very heavy soil). Keep moist by covering the paper towel with plastic wrap. Scrub again, then buff with a clean dry cloth.

NOTE: Only use a CLEAN, DAMP “scratchless” pad that is safe for non-stick cookware. The pattern and glass will be damaged if the pad is not damp, if the pad is soiled, or if another type of pad is used.

• Burned-on or Crusty Soils – Scrub with a “scratchless” or “never scratch” scouring pad and

Cooktop Cleaning Creme*. Hold a razor blade scraper at 30° angle and scrape any remaining soil. Then, clean as described above.

NOTE: Do not use the razor blade for daily cleaning as it may wear the pattern on the glass.

• Melted Sugar or Plastic – Immediately turn element to LOW and scrape

sugar or plastic from hot surface to a cool area. Then turn element OFF and allow to cool. Clean residue with razor blade scraper and Cooktop Cleaning Creme*.

Cooktop Trim • DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING PRODUCT CONTAINING CHLORINE BLEACH. Stainless Steel • ALWAYS WIPE WITH THE GRAIN WHEN CLEANING. (select models) • DO NOT USE ORANGE OR ABRASIVE CLEANERS.

• Daily Cleaning/Light Soil –– Wipe with one of the following - soapy water, white vinegar/water

solution, Formula 409 Glass and Surface Cleaner* or a similar glass cleaner - using a sponge or soft cloth. Rinse and dry. To polish and help prevent fingerprints, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray* (Jenn-Air Model A912, 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 multipurpose Scotch-Brite* pad; rub evenly with the grain. Rinse and dry. To restore luster and remove streaks, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*.

• Discoloration –– Using a damp sponge or soft cloth, wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel Cleaner*. Rinse

immediately and dry. To remove streaks and restore luster, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*.

* Brand names are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers. ** To order call 1-800-JENNAIR (1-800-536-6247).

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM SOLUTION

Nothing on the cooktop operates. • Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker.

• Check if cooktop is properly connected to electric circuit in house.

• Check to see if cooktop controls are locked. See page 5.

Cooktop elements do not • Surface controls may not be set properly. get hot enough. • Voltage to house may be low.

• Cookware may not be flat or the correct size or shape.

Elements emit a slight odor and/or • This is normal. smoke when first turned on.

Smoothtop surface shows 1. Tiny scratches or abrasions. wear. • Make sure cooktop and pan bottom are clean. Do not slide glass or metal pans

across top. Make sure pan bottom is not rough. Use the recommended cleaning agents. See page 9.

2. Metal marks.

• Do not slide metal pans across top. When cool, clean with Cooktop Cleaning Creme. See page 9.

3. Brown streaks and specks.

• Remove spills promptly. Never wipe with a soiled cloth or sponge. Make sure cooktop and pan bottom are clean.

4. Areas with a metallic sheen.

• Mineral deposits from water and food. Use recommended cleaning agents. See page 9.

5. Pitting or flaking.

• Remove sugary boilovers promptly. See page 9.

A fan sound can be heard. • This is the cooling fan and is normal. The fan will run when any element is

turned on. With heavy use, the fan may continue to run after the controls are turned off until the cooktop has cooled.

Elements shut down during • Food soil/spill on touchpads. Clean the surface, see page 9. operation, light flashes and • Object placed on touchpad area. Remove object from the area. three short beeps are heard. • Cooktop internal temperature too high. Make sure that cooktop has been installed

according to the installation instructions.

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