Jenn-Air CVEX4100 Series User manual

UUU@JENN-AIR
Use and Care Manual
Expressions@ Electric
Grill-Range Cooktops
Models CVEX4100, CVEX4270,
CVEX4370 Series

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read before operating your cooktop
All appliances - regardless of the manufacturer - have the potential
through improper or careless use to create safety problems. Therefore
the following safety precautions should be observed:
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Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician.
Never use your appliance for warming or heating the room.
Children should not be left alone or unattended in area where
appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on
any part of the appliance.
Wear proper apparel. Loose-fitting or hanging garments should
never be worn while using the appliance.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred
to an authorized Jenn-Air Service Contractor.
Flammable materials should not be stored near surface units.
Do not use water on grease fires. Smother fire or flame or use dry
chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces
may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot
heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.
Use proper pan size. Many appliances are equipped with one or
more surface units of different size. Select cookware having flat
bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element.
The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the heating
element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing.
Proper relationship of cookware to heating element will also im-
prove efficiency and performance.
Never leave surface units unattended at high heat settings. Boil
over causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.
On conventional element cooktops make sure that drip pans are in
place. Absence of these pans during cooking may subject wiring or
components underneath to damage.
Do not use aluminum foil to line surface unit drip pans or grill basin.
Installation of these liners may result in an electric shock or fire
hazard.
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13. Glazed cookware - only certain types of glass, glass-ceramic,
ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed cookware are suitable for
cooktop surface without breaking due to the sudden change in
temperature. Use only such cookware as you know has been
approved for this purpose.
14. Cookware handles should be turned inward and not extend over
adjacent surface heating elements to avoid burns, ignition of flam-
mable materials and spillage due to unintentional contact with the
cookware.
15. Do not soak or immerse removable heating elements in water.
16. CAUTION - Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets
above cooktop - children climbing on the cooktop to reach items could
be seriously injured.
17. Do not touch surface units or areas near units. Surface units or
heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color.
Areas near surface units may become hot enough to cause burns.
During and after use, do not touch or let clothing or other flammable
materials contact these areas until they have had sufficient time to
cool. Other surfaces may become hot enough to cause burns -
among these surfaces is the cooktop.
18. Do not cook on glass-ceramic cooking surface if the cooktop is
broken. Cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken
cooktop and create a shock hazard. Contact an authorized Jenn-Air
Service Contractor.
19. Clean glass-ceramic cooktops with caution. If wet sponge or cloth is
used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam
burns. Some cleansers can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot
surface.
20. Do not operate with damaged cooking element after any product
malfunction until proper repair has been made.
21. Keep all switches “OFF” when unit is not in use.
22. Clean only parts listed in this manual and use procedures recom-
mended.
23. This appliance has been tested for safe performance using conven-
tional cookware. Do not use any devices or accessories that are not
specifically recommended in this manual. Do not use eyelid covers
for the surface units or stovetop 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 the appliance.
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About Your Jenndkir,
Cooktop : :
Congratulations on your choice of a Jenn-Air cooktop. The indoor grilling of meats, fish
or fowl is one of the most attractive and succulent methods of preparing these foods.
As you use your new cooktop, we know you will appreciate the many features that
provide excellent performance, ease of cleaning, convenience and dependability.
Before you begin cooking with your new cooktop, please take a few minutes to read and
become familiar with the instructions in this book. On the following pages you will find
a wealth of information regarding all aspects of using your new cooktop. By following
the instructions carefully, you will be able to fully enjoy and properly maintain your
cooktop and achieve excellent results with the food you prepare.
Should you have any questions about using your Jenn-Air cooktop or need a use and
care manual for your cooktop cartridge, write to us. Be sure to provide the model
number for the manual requested.
Jenn-Air Customer Assistance
c/o Maytag Customer Service
P.O. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370
Model Number
Serial Number
Date Purchased
JENN-AIR DEALER FROM WHOM PURCHASED
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AUTHORIZED JENN-AIR SERVICE CONTRACTOR
Address
City
Phone
Important: Retain proof of purchase documents for warranty service.
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Ventilation Systenb
The built-in ventilation system removes cooking vapors, odors and smoke from foods
prepared on the cooktop, grill and grill accessories.
Regular use of this system will insure a more comfortable and less humid kitchen which
is free of heavy cooking odors and fumes that normally create a frequent need for
cleaning and redecorating.
Using the Ventilation System . -0.
0 The fan control is located at the front of the control panel. To a’
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operate the ventilation system manually, turn the fan control
knob clockwise. The variable speed fan can be operated at an
infinite number of settings when using the cooktop cartridges
or the griddle. El
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0 The ventilation system will operate automatically when the grill element is in use.
Note: During grilling, the fan speed is automatically set for the Hi setting and cannot
be varied.
0 Besides using the ventilation system to remove cooking vapors and fumes, it can
be used to cool baked pies, cakes or hot pans. To cool an item, set it on the air grille
and turn on the fan. The air being pulled over the item will quickly cool it. Be careful
not to cover the entire air grille.
0 The fan can be used to remove strong odors from the kitchen as when chopping
onions near the fan.
1Cleaning the Ventilation System 1
Air Grille
The air grille lifts off easily. Wipe clean or wash in sink with mild household detergents.
It may be cleaned in the dishwasher.
Filter
Turn off ventilation system before removing. The filter is a
permanent type and should be cleaned when soiled. Clean
in sink with warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent or
in the dishwasher.
Important: DO NOT OPERATE SYSTEM WITHOUT NL-
TER. Filter should always be placed at an angle. As you face
the front of the cooktop, the bottom of the filter should rest
on the ledge on the left side. The top of the filter should rest
against the right side. There are also ledges on the front and
rear sides for the filter to rest. (Note: If filter is flat against the
fan wall, ventilation effectiveness is reduced.)
Ventilation Chamber
This area, which houses the filter, should be cleaned in the event of spills or whenever
it becomes coated with a film of grease. It may be cleaned with paper towel, damp cloth
or sponge and mild household detergent or cleanser. (Note: For easier cleaning,
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The variable controls for the cooktop cartridges and grill element provide flexiblity in setting
selection.
To Set Controls
0 Since the controls are a push-turn type, they must be pushed down before
turning. To set (from the OFF position), push down on control knob and
turn in ejther direction for desired setting.
0 When control is in any position, other than OFF, it may be turned in any
direction without pushing down.
0 When control knob is in the OFF position, the only setting visible is OFF.
When control knob is turned ON, all other control settings will be shown.
The ring around control knob will glow when surface heating element is ON.
Control Locations
0 The graphics beside each control knob indicate the element location.
l - control used to operate cartridge element or half of the Energy-Saver grill element.
n - control used to operate a cartridge element or half of the Energy-Saver grill element
or gnddle.
NOTE: The Energy-Saver grill element (shown) is included with
your cooktop. This permits utilizing only half ofthe grill area
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Suggested Control Settings
for Surface Elements
Energy Saver
The size and type ofcookware used and the amount and type offood being cooked will influence
the setting needed for best cooking results. Electrical line voltage may also vary, which will affect
the needed control setting. The setting indicated should serve as a guide while you become
familiar with your cooktop.
Hi A fast heat to start cooking quickly, to bring liquids to a boil, to preheat oil for deep fat
frying. Used for most grilling.
7-10 (Medium High) For fast frying or browning foods, to maintain rapid boil of large amounts
of food, to maintain oil temperature for deep fat frying.
5-6 (Medium) Forfoodscooked inadouble boiler, sauteing, slow boilof largeamountsoffood
and most frying.
3-4 (Medium Low) To continue cooking foods started on higher settings.
Lo-2 Maintaining serving temperatures of foods, simmering foods, melting butter or choco-
late.
The controls offer flexibility in setting selection. On settings other than Hi, you may adjust the
controls above or below the numbered setting for best results. This applies to settings when
using cooktop cartridges or when using the grill or any of the accessories. Suggested settings
are provided as general guidelines.
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1Installation 1
Cooktop cartridge options include conventional coil, halogen, or radiant
To Install Cartridges
1. If the grill grates, element, and/or grill liner pans are in place, remove before
installing a cooktop cartridge. Clean basin pan of any grease accumulation. (See
page 12 for cleaning recommendations.)
2. To install any of the optional cooktop cartridges, be sure controls are OFF, basin
pan is in place, and air grille is removed.
3. Position the cartridge terminal plug towards the terminal receptacle. Slide the
cartridge towards the receptacle until the cartridge terminal plug is completely
engaged. Lower the opposite side of the cartridge into the cooktop until it is flush
with the surface.
4. Add the air grille. Your cooktop is now ready to use.
To Remove Cartridges
1. Controls must be OFF and the cartridge should be cool.
2. Remove the air grille. Note Model CVEX4370: To remove the right bay cartridge,
first remove the center bay cartridge.
3. Lift the cartridge side next to the ventilation chamber until the top of the cartridge
is about 3 inches above the cooktop. Lifting the cartridge too high while still
engaged in the receptacle could damage the terminal plug.
4. To disengage terminal, hold cartridge by the ventilation chamber side and slide
away from the terminal receptacle. Lift out when fully unplugged.
5. Do not stack cartridges where they may fall or be damaged. Never store other
materials on top of a glass-ceramic cartridge since this could damage or mar the
surface.
Note: Remember to replace the air grille before using the ventilation system.
Home Canning
Canning should be done on the conventional coil cartridge only. Canning element
accessory, Model A145A, makes it possible to use large oversized canners with the
conventional coil cartridge. For additional information, refer to use and care manual
packaged with your cartridge.
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The grill accessory consists of two black grill grates, a grill element and a grill liner pan.
To Install Grill
1. Before installing grill components, be certain surface controls are OFF.
2. Place the grill liner pan into an empty basin pan with the opening next to the terminal
block. The grill liner pan must be used since it supports the grill element.
3. Position the grill element with the terminal plug towards the terminal receptacle.
Slide the element towards the receptacle until the terminal plug is completely
engaged. The grill element should rest flat on the side ledges of the grill liner pan.
4. Place the black grill grates on the top of the basin pan.
Note Model CVEX4370: The right hand cooking bay accepts cooktop cartridges and
griddle only.
To Remove Grill
1. Remove grill components once they are cool. Be sure control switches are in the
OFF position.
2. To remove grill element, lift the side at the ventilation chamber until the top of the
element is about I/Zinch above the cooktop. (Note: Lifting the element too high while
still engaged in the receptacle could damage the terminal plug.) To disengage
terminal, slide away from the terminal receptacle. Lift out when fully unplugged.
Grill Covers
1. Grill covers can be used to cover the grill, when not in use, or an empty basin pan.
2. To remove the grill covers, push down on front or rear side. The opposite side will
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(Using the Grill 1
0 Before the first use, wash your new grill grates in hot soapy water, rinse and dry. Then
“season” the surface by wiping on a thin coating of cooking oil. Remove excess oil
by wiping again with another paper towel. This procedure should be repeated when
either: a) cleaning in the dishwasher since the detergent may remove seasoning or
b) anytime a sugar-based marinade (for example, barbecue sauce) is going to be
used.
0 Preheat the grill on Hi for 5 minutes. Preheating improves the flavor and appearance
of meats and quickly sears the meat to help retain the juices. The heating element
should glow a bright cherry red.
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Use nonmetallic spatulas or utensils to prevent damaging the Excalibur” nonstick
grill grate finish.
0 Excessive amounts of fat should be trimmed from meats. Only a normal amount is
necessary to produce the smoke needed for that smoked, “outdoor” flavor. Excessive
fat can create cleaning and flare-up problems.
0 Allowing excessive amounts of grease or drippings to constantly flame voids the
warranty on the grillgrates. Excessive flare-ups indicate that either the grill interior
needs to be cleaned or that excessive amounts of fat are in the meat or the meat was
not properly trimmed.
0 Grease drippings will occasionally ignite to produce harmless puffs of flame for a
second or two. This is a normal part of the cooking process.
0 NEVER LEAVE GRILL UNATTENDED DURING GRILL OPERATION.
Should excess grease cause sustained flare-ups
1. Turn on the fan manually.
2. Immediately turn grill controls to OFF.
3. Remove meat from grill.
IMPORTANT
0 Do not use aluminum foil inside the grill area.
0 Do not use charcoal or wood chips in the grill area.
0 Do not allow grill liner pan to become overloaded with grease. Clean frequently.
0 Do not cover grates completely with meat. Leave air space between each steak, etc.
to allow proper ventilation as well as prevent flare-ups,
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1Grill Guide /
Preheat grill on Hi, 5 minutes. for best flavor
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Type
Steak (% - V4”)
Rare
Medium
Well
Steak (1 - 1l/4”)
Rare
Medium
Well
Hamburgers (3-4 oz.)
Pork Chops (% - 3/4”)
Fully-cooked
Smoked Pork Chops
Ham Slices (%“)
Fully-cooked Sausages
Hot Dogs
Polish
Fresh Sausage
Links
Patties (2V2”
diameter)
Italian Sausage
Chicken
Boneless Breasts
Bone-in:
Breasts
Drumsticks & Thighs
Fish
Steaks (1”)
Fillets (%“)
(with skin on)
Shrimp
(skewered)
Garlic Bread
Hot Dog Buns,
Hamburger Buns
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Setting Cooking Time Procedure
Hi
Hi
Hi
Hi
Hi
Hi
10
10
Hi
Hi
Hi
Hi
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
Hi
Hi
10
10 to 12 minutes
16 to 21 minutes
21 to 28 minutes
20 to 26 minutes
26 to 30 minutes
30 to 34 minutes
22 to 32 minutes
25 to 40 minutes
6 to 12 minutes
8 to 10 minutes
5 to 15 minutes
10 to 20 minutes
15 to 20 minutes
15 to 20 minutes
25 to 35 minutes
30 to 40 minutes
50 to 70 minutes
35 to 55 minutes
20 to 35 minutes
12 to 20 minutes
8 to 12 minutes
2 to 4 minutes
2 to 3 minutes
Turn after 5 to 6 minutes.
Turn after 8 to 11 minutes.
Turn after 11 to 14 minutes.
Turn after 10 to 13 minutes.
Turn after 13 to 15 minutes:
Turn after 15 to 17 minutes.
Turn after half the time.
Turn occasionally.
Turn once.
Turn once.
Turn occasionally.
Turn once.
Turn occasionally.
Turn occasionally.
Pierce casing with a fork.
Turn once.
Turn occasionally.
Turn occasionally. Brush
with marinade or glaze during
last 10 minutes.
Brush with butter. Turn after half
the time.
Start skin side down. Brush
with butter. Turn after half
the time.
Turn and brush with butter or
marinade frequently.
Turn after half the time.
Note: This chart is a suggested guide. Cooking times and control settings are approximate
due to variations in meats, control switches, and voltage.
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