Jenn-Air CVEX4270 Series User manual

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Use and Care Manual
®xpressions ®_lectric
Grill-Range Cooktops
Models CVEX4270
Prfnted in U.S,A, (3at. No. CC4270UC
©1997 Jenn*Air Part No. 81 I,1P207-60 4/97

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:
1. Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician.
2. Never use your appliance for warming or heating the room.
3. 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.
4. Wear proper apparel. Loose-fitting or hanging garments should
never be worn while using the appliance.
5. 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.
6, Flammable materials should not be stored near surface units.
7. Do not use water on grease fires. Smother fire or flame or use dry
chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
8. 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.
9. 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 improve
efficiency and performance.
10. Never leave surface units unattended at high heatsettings. Boil over
causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.
11. 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.
12, 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.

13. Glazed cookware- only certain types of glass, glass-ceramic,
ceramic,earthenware,or otherglazedcookwareare suitablefor
cooktopsurfacewithoutbreakingdue to the suddenchange in
temperature. Use only such cookwareas you know has been
approvedforthispurpose.
14. Cookwarehandlesshouldbe turnedinwardandnot extendover
adjacentsurfaceheatingelementsto avoidburns,ignitionofflam-
mablematerialsandspillagedueto unintentionalcontactwiththe
cookware.
15. Donotsoakorimmerseremovableheatingelementsinwater.
16. CAUTION- Donot storeitemsof interestto childrenin cabinets
abovecooktop- childrenclimbingon thecooktopto reachitems
couldbeseriouslyinjured.
17. Do nottouchsurfaceunitsor areasnearunits. Surfaceunitsor
heatingelementsmaybehot eventhoughtheyaredarkin color.
Areasnearsurfaceunitsmaybecomehotenoughtocauseburns.
Duringandafteruse,donottouchorletclothingorotherflammable
materialscontacttheseareasuntiltheyhavehadsufficienttimeto
cool. Othersurfacesmaybecomehotenoughto causeburns-
amongthesesurfacesisthecooktop.
18. Do notcook on glass-ceramiccookingsurfaceif the cooktopis
broken.Cleaningsolutionsandspilloversmaypenetratethebroken
cooktopandcreateashockhazard.ContactanauthorizedJenn-Air
ServiceContractor.
19. Cleanglass-ceramiccooktopswithcaution. Ifwetspongeorcloth
isusedtowipespillsonahotcookingarea,becarefultoavoidsteam
burns. Somecleanserscanproducenoxiousfumesifappliedto a
hotsurface.
20. Donotoperatewith damagedcookingelementafteranyproduct
malfunctionuntilproperrepairhasbeenmade.
21. Keepallswitches"OFF" whenunitisnotinuse.
22. Cleanonlypartslistedin thismanualanduseproceduresrecom-
mended.
23. Thisappliancehasbeentestedforsafeperformanceusingconven-
tionalcookware.Donotuseanydevicesoraccessoriesthatare 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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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 afew 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 wilt 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
lhe manual requested. Jenn-Air Customer Assistance
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P.O. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN U.S.A. 37320-2370
Model Number
Serial Number
Date Purchased
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Important: Retain proof of purchase documents for warranty service.
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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 tess humid kitchen which
isfree of heavy cooking odors and fumes that normally create afrequent need for cleaning
and redecorating.
The fan controt is located at the front of the control panel. To
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.
• 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.
• 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,
• The fan can be used to remove strong odors from the kitchen as when chopping
onions near the fan.
Air Grille
The air grilfeliftsoffeasily. Wipe clean orwash insinkwith mild householddetergents. Itmay
be cleaned in the dishwasher. Filter
Turn off ventilationsystembefore removing. The filterisa
permanenttype andshouldbe cleanedwhen soiled. Clean
insinkwithwarmwater and liquiddishwashingdetergentor
inthe dishwasher,
Important: DO NOT OPERA TE SYSTEM W/THOUT F/L-
TER. Filtershoutdalways be placed at an angle. As you
face thefront ofthe cooktop,the bottomofthe filter should
restonthe [edgeonthe leftside. The topofthe_ter should
restagainstthe rightside.There are alsoledgesonthefront
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, remove the
basin pans.)

Thevariablecontrolsforthecooktopcartridgesandgrillelementprovideflexiblityinsetting
selection.
• 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 eilher direction for desired setting.
•When control is in any position, other than OFF, it may be turned in any
direction without pushing down.
• 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 efement is ON.
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• The graphics beside each control knob indicate the element location.
_I - control used to operate cartridge element, or half of the Energy-Saver grill element.
[] - control used to operate a cartridge element, or half of the Energy-Saver grill element
or griddle.
NOTE: The Energy-Saver grill element (shown) is included with your
cooktop. This permits utilizing only half of the grill area or using I
different settings for the front and rear position of the element.
To use the full grill, both front and rear controls must be used.
Energy Saver
The size and type of cookware used and the amount and type of food 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 last heat to start cooking quickly, to bring liquids to aboil, 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) For foods cooked in a double boiler, sauteing, slow boil of large amounts of food
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 chocolate.
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.

Cooktop cartridge options include conventional coil, halogen, or radiant.
To Install Cartridges
1. Ifthe 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.
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, holdcartridgebytheventilationchambersideand slideaway
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.

The grill accessory consists of two black grill grates, a grill element and a grill liner pan.
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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.
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 _/2inch 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 gril!, 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
lift slightly for easy removal.
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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.
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.
Use nonmetallic spatulas or utensils to prevent damaging the Excalibur ®nonstick
grill grate finish.
Excessive amounts of fat should be trimmed from meats. Only a normal amount is
necessary toproduce the smoke needed for that smoked, "outdoor" flavor. Excessive
fat can create cleaning and flare-up problems.
Allowing excessive amounts of grease or drippings to constantly flame voids the
warranty on the grill grates. 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.
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.
• NEVER LEAVE GRILL UNATTENDED DURING GRILL OPERATION.
Should excess grease cause sustained flare-ups
1. Turn on the fan manually.
2. Immediately turn controls to OFF.
3. Remove meat from grill.
IIMPORTANT
•Do not use aluminum foil inside the grill area. I
• Do not use charcoal or wood chips in the grillarea.
•Do not allow grill liner pan to become overloaded with grease. Clean frequently. I
• Donotcovergratescomptetelywithmeat. Leaveairspacebetweeneachsteak, etc.to altow proper ventilation as well as prevent flare-ups.
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Preheat grill on Hi, 5 minutes, for best flavor.
Note: This chart is a suggested guide. Cooking times and control settings are approximate
due to variations in meats and voltage.
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With your Jenn-Air grill and accessories, literally any food you've considered "at its best"
when prepared outdoors can now be prepared indoors with less fuss and great flavor.
The following suggestions are good rules to follow and will increase your enjoyment of
the equipment.
•Be sure to follow directions on page 9 for using the grill
• Suggested cooking times and control settings are approximate due to variations in
meats and electrical voltage. Experience will quickly indicate cooking times as well
as which settings work best.
• Use the Energy-Saver grill element for grilling small amounts of food on half of the
grill or for keeping cooked foods warm or preparing food requiring different control
settings.
• For best results, buy top grade meat. Meat that is at least 3/4inch will grill better than
thinner cuts.
• Score fat on edges of steak, but do not cut into meat, to prevent curling while cooking.
For the attractive "branded" took on steaks, be sure grill is preheated. Allow one side
of meat to cook to desired aloneness, or until juices appear on the top surface, before
turning. Turn steaks and hamburgers just once. Manipulating food causes loss of
juices.
When basting meats or applying sauces to foods, remember that excessive amounts
wind up inside your grill and do not improve the food flavor. Apply sauces during the
last 15 to 20 minutes of cooking time unless recipe specifies otherwise. Plus,
anytime asugar-based marinade (for example barbecue sauce) is going to be used,
the grates should be "seasoned" prior to preheating. (See p. 9.)
• There are many meat marinades which will help tenderize tess expensive cuts of
meat for cooking on the grill.
• Certain foods, such as poultry and non-oily fish, may need some extra fat. Brush with
oil or melted butter occasionally while grilling.
• Use tongs with long handles or spatulas for turning meats. Do not use forks as these
pierce the meat, allowing juices to be lost.
• To help retain meat juices, salt after turning meat or after cooking is completed.
•Should grilled foods be prepared and ready before you're ready to serve, turn controt
to a low setting and cover meat with a single sheet of foil. Food will continue to cook.
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BesurethegrilliscoolandcontrolsareintheOFFposition.
Grill Grates
These are made from cast aluminum and are coated with the Excalibur_ nonstick finish,
•After the grill grates have cooled, wipe off grates with a paper towel. Wash cool
grates (DO NOT IMMERSE HOT GRILL GRATES IN WATER) with soap or
detergent in hot water in the sink or wash them in the dishwasher. Be sure to remove
all food residue before cooking on the grill grates again.
•Remove stubborn spots with a plastic mesh puff or pad. For best results, use only
those cleaning products which state they are recommended for use when cleaning
nonstick surfaces.
•If grates were washed in the dishwasher, season with oil prior to grilling.
•Do not use metal brushes or abrasive scouring pads or other scrubbers intended to
clean outdoor charcoal grills. These will remove the finish as well as scratch the
grates. Do not clean in self-cleaning oven or use oven cleaners on the grates.
Grill Liner Pan
The grill liner pan is made from steel and is coated with a nonstick coating.
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After the grill liner pan has cooled, wipe off grill liner pan with a paper towel. Wash
cool grill liner pan with soap or detergent in hot water in the sink or wash in the
dishwasher. Be sure to remove all food residue before using the grill liner pan again.
To remove stubborn spots, first soak grill liner pan in hot sudsy water (use a grease
cutting detergent). Or, spray with a household cleaner, cover with paper towels,
spray with more household cleaner and soak for I5 minutes or longer. Then, scrub
the spots with aplastic mesh puff or pad. For best results, use only those cleaning
products which state they are recommended for use when cleaning nonstick
surfaces.
Grill Element
The grill element should never be immersed in water. Most soil will burn off during use.
The terminal block may be cleaned with warm soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaners
or materials. Dry thoroughly before reinserting in the cooktop.
Porcelain Basin Pan
This pan must be used when using the grill and any of the cartridges and accessories.
This pan should be cleaned whenever soiled. Note: The pan may be removed and taken
to the sink.
•To remove light soil, clean with soapywater or spray with cleansers such as Fantastik
or 409. The basin pan may also be cleaned in the dishwasher.
•To remove stubborn soil, spray with a household cleanser, cover with paper towels,
spray with more household cleanser and soak for 15 minutes or longer.
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Theknobs on the control panel can be removed with the controls in the OFF position. Pull
each knob straight from the shaft. Wash knobs in warm soapy water or dishwasher; do
not use abrasive cleaners or materials. To replace each knob, match flat part of knob
opening with the spring on the shaft, returning to the OFF position.
Use mild cleansers, such as soapy water or mild liquid sprays, such as 409. Wipe with
sponge, damp cloth or paper towel. Do not scrub with SoO.Sopads or abrasive cleansers.
Use mild cleansers, such as soapy water or mild liquid sprays, such as Fantastik or 409.
Wipe with sponge, damp cloth or paper towel. Rinse, buff with soft cloth; polish with glass
cleaner if necessary.
Clean with soapy water and cloth or wash in the dishwasher. Rinse, buff with soft cloth,
and polish with glass cleaner if necessary. Do not scrub with S.O.S. pads or abrasive
cleaners.
Grease Jar
A grease jar is located below each grill basin (under the
counter). Check periodically to prevent spiltovers. Unscrew
and remove. Can be replaced with any heat tempered jar, such
as a canning jar, which has a standard screw neck.
Serial Plate
DO NOT CLEAN.
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Griddle
Model A0310
Self-draining griddle
makes many favorite
foods easier to fix.
Family-sized surface lets
you cook several
pancakes, hamburgers,
orgrirledsandwiches at a
time. Has a black non-
stick finish.
Grill Accessory
Model AO330
Grill accessory includes
grill liner pan, Energy-
Saver grill element, and
two black nonstick grill
grates. 2800 watt grill
element permits you to
control temperatures
under front and rear grills
independently.
Grill Covers
A set of two grill covers may
be purchased to cover a
second (optional) grill
accessory.
Model AO340S
-Stainless Steel
Model AO360B
-Black Glass
Model AO360W
-White Glass
Wok Accessory Canning Element
Model AO142 Model A145A
Ideal for stir frying, Special canning
steaming, braising, and element plugs into
stewing. Wok has nonstick conventional coil
finish, wood hand[es, cooktop cartridge
cover, steaming rack, rice raising the heating
paddles and cooking tips. element above the
Flat bottom wok can be cooking surface. Allows
used on ALL cartridges, use of oversized
utensils and those with
warped or rippled
bottoms.
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Rotiss-Kebab
Model AO320
Enjoy the great flavor of
rotissed foods indoors ail
year around and make
parties more fun by serving
attractive shish kebabs.
Includes chrome finish
motor, rotiss, shish kebab
skewers and all brackets.
Folds for easy storage.

Conventional Halogen Radiant
Colt
Conventional Coil
Rated for 240 volts........................... AC110B-Black Porcelain
Halogen
Rated for 240 volts ........................
Radiant
Rated for 240 volts ........................
AC 110S- Stainless Steel
AC 110W-White Porcelain
AH151B-Black
AH151W-White
AR141 B-Black
AR 141 W-White
Jenn-Air's ventilation system is designed to capture both cooking fumes and smoke from any
place on the grill surface, Ifthe system does not, these are some ducting installation situations
to check:
•6" diameter round or 3T/4" xl0" rectangular ductingshould be used. Note: 5" diameter
round ducting may be used for venting straight out of the back of the cooktop and directly
through the wall for 10' or less.
• No more than three 90° elbows should be used. Distance between elbows should be at
least 18".
• Recommended Jenn-Air wall cap should be used. Make sure damper moves freely when
ventilation system is operating.
• There should be a minimum clearance of 6" for cooktop installed near a side wall.
Ifthere is notan obvious improper installation,there may be a concealed problem such as a
pinched joint, obstruction inthe pipe, etc. installationis the responsibility of the installerand
questions should be addressed first by the installer. The installershould very carefully check
the ducting installationinstructions.
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Check the following list to be sure a service call is really necessary.A quick reference
of this manual may prevent an unneeded service call.
If 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.
If grill heating element or cooktop element does not get hot enough:
• check if heating element is plugged in solidly.
I surface controls may not be set properly.
• voltage to house may be low.
If ventilation system is not capturing smoke efficiently:
• check on cross ventilation in room or make up air.
• excessive amount of smoke is being created; check instructions for grilling, trimming
meats. (See p. 9.)
• cooktop may be improperly installed; check ducting information. (See p. 15.)
• air filter may be improperly installed. (See p. 5.)
Note: Ifeither element of the cooktop cartridge fails to heat--switch the cartridge to other
side of cooktop. If it operates on that side, then cooktop control switch may be at fault.
If it does not heat on either side--indications are that cartridge requires service.
In this event, you may speed service by delivering the lightweight cartridge to the
authorized Jenn-Air Service Contractor, thus by-passing the time required for normal
home-service schedules.
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