Jenn-Air 38" User manual

Jenn-Air Stainless Steel Grill:
38” Model
USE AND CARE MANUAL
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
MADE IN THE USA
Jenn-Air is a registered trademark of the Maytag Corporation and is used under license to Lowe’s Companies Inc.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Please retain this manual for future reference
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................2
GRILL FEATURES..............................................................................................3
GRILL COMPONENTS LIST............................................................................4
INSTALLATION / ASSEMBLY..........................................................................5-7
GAS REQUIREMENTS.....................................................................................8-9
LEAK TESTING.................................................................................................10
USING THE GRILL...........................................................................................11-14
Lighting the Grill...................................................................................12
Rotisserie Usage.....................................................................................13-14
CARE & MAINTENANCE................................................................................15
TROUBLE SHOOTING.....................................................................................16-17
WARRANTY.........................................................................................................18
Please record Grill information for future reference and service work:
Model #:
Serial #:
Date of Purchase:
Gas Type:

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
-Read this manual carefully before using your grill to reduce the risk of fire, burn hazard or other injury.
- Extreme care should be used because of the high temperatures produced by this appliance. CHILDREN
SHOULD NOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED IN AN AREA WHERE THE GRILL IS BEING OPERATED.
- This appliance must be kept clear from combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids. Do not allow flammable materials to come in contact with grate, burner or hot surfaces.
- Do not repair or replace any part of this appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this manual.
A qualified service technician should conduct all other service.
- Follow the installation and servicing instructions provided with this product. Have your grill installed by a
qualified service technician. Locate the main gas supply valve so that you know how to shut the gas off to
your grill. If you smell gas, make sure all gas connections are tight before operation. If you continue to smell
gas call a qualified technician.
- When lighting a burner, always pay close attention to what you are doing. Be certain you are pushing the
ignitor that lights the burner you intend on using.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flames.
3. Open lid.
4. If odor continues, immediately
call your gas supplier.
TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI
Z21.58-1998/CGA 1.6-M98 STANDARD FOR
OUTDOOR COOKING GAS APPLIANCES.
THIS GRILL IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
Check your local building codes for the proper
method of installation. In the absence of local
codes, this unit should be installed in accordance
with the National Fuel Gas Code No. Z223.1-1998
and the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No.
70-1990
WARNING
DO NOT try lighting this appliance without reading
the “LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS” section of this
manual.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
This appliance is not intended to be
installed in or on recreational vehicles or boats.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 - WARN-
ING: The Burning of gas cooking fuels generates
some by products which are on the list of substances
which are known by the State of California to cause
cancer or reproductive harm. California law requires
businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to
such substances. To minimize exposure to these sub-
stances, always operate this unit according to the use
and care manual, ensuring you provide good ventila-
tion when cooking with gas.
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GRILL FEATURES: JA38
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1. Roll top grill hood 7. Handle
2. Grilling/Cooking surface 8. Warming shelf
3. Side Shelf 9. Infrared back burner
4. Control knob: back infrared burner 10. Electronic ignitor: main & rear infrared
burners
5. Control knobs: main burners 11. Cart w/door
6. Convection vents 12. Ignitor access opening
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GRILL COMPONENTS LIST
Cart Parts
2 L-shaped side pieces
1 U-shaped back side piece
1 Base
2 Wheel channels
Cart Door Parts
1 Door with handle
1 Magnetic door catch
1 Nylon bushing
1 Nylon shoulder washer
2 Hex head screws
Grill Parts
1Stainless steel grill head
2 Stainless steel side shelves
1 Electronic ignitor (pre-installed on grill)
7 Flavor grids
3 Porcelain cooking grates
1 Stainless steel warming rack
1 Drip pan
1 Hose and regulator (LP models only)
Assembly Parts
16 Hex head screws
12 Bolts
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INSTALLATION / ASSEMBLY
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Cart Assembly
1. Attach the two L-shaped sides to the U-
shaped back portion of the cart, making sure
the four holes face up & the key holes are on
the bottom, using the (8) self taping hex
head screws. (See Fig. 1)
Note: A power screwdriver is required to
install the screws-be cautious not to over-
tighten and strip the screws.
2. Set the base on the top of the cart assembly,
with large opening closer to back portion of
cart, and align the eight mounting holes. Then
set the 2 wheel channels on the base and
attach them using the (8) bolts provided, from
inside the cart upwards through wheel
channels. (See Fig. 2)
Note: Tighten the bolts securely & Set Cart Upright
Attaching Grill Head to Cart w/door
Use the following instructions to attach Grill to cart
with a door.
1. With the grill on its back, loosen all 4 bolts
on the bottom side of the grill. (See Fig. 3)
2. Using 2 self taping hex head screws,
attach the magnetic door catch in the 2 holes
in the bottom of the grill. (See Fig. 4)
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Note: Prior to assembly remove protective film from stainless steel parts
Fig. 1
Bolts
Screws
Key Holes
Screws under
edge of bracket
Catch faces
towards front
of grill
Fig. 4
Screw holes for
magnetic catch

INSTALLATION / ASSEMBLY
Attaching Grill Head to Cart w/door (cont.)
3. Have someone help you pick up the grill
and set it on the top of the cart, with the front
of the grill above the door opening. Make
sure the 4 bolt heads fall through the large
opening of the key hole slots in the top of the
cart. Slide the grill head backward so the
bolts are resting in the small opening of the
key hole slots. Tighten the bolts securely-
be sure not to over tighten and strip the bolts.
Next insert 4 hex head screws into grill
bottom through cart. (See Fig. 5)
Note: This is a very heavy step that requires
two individuals to complete.
Installing the CartDoor
1. First set the nylon shoulder washer (see
diagram below) into the hole in the cart base.
While holding the door insert the bottom
nylon pin into the hole in the base of the cart
Next place a nylon bushing onto the top pin,
then depress the pin and insert into the hole in
the bottom of the grill. (See Fig. 6)
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Screw holes
Fig. 5
Use
back
set of
key
hole
slots
Fig. 6
Nylon Bushing
Nylon Shoulder
Washer
Lip
White shoulder
washer is round
with a lip to sit
over hole in cart
base.

INSTALLATION / ASSEMBLY
Side Shelves Attachment
1. Attach the shelves to each side of grill by
inserting the shelf hooks into the slots on the
side of the grill and pushing down on the shelf
assembly until level with grill. (See Fig. 7)
2. Lock the shelves in place by inserting (2) self
taping screws into each shelf. (See Fig. 8)
Interior parts installation
1. Check to make sure the bottom (3) Flavor
Grids are correctly installed in the cutouts and
around the ignitors, as they may have shifted
during shipment. (See Fig. 9)
2. Insert the second row of (3) Flavor Grids into
cutouts with triangle ridges facing up.
(See Fig. 9A)
3. Install cooking grates on the ledges provided
on the grill to create your cooking surface.
(placing the one with a thumb hole in the
middle) (See. Fig. 10)
4. Place warming shelf on support brackets by
setting it flat across brackets allowing the two
holes to line up with the stops on each
bracket. (See Fig. 11)
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Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Fig. 9A

GAS REQUIREMENTS
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General Information
Verify the type of gas supply to be used, either Natural Gas (NG) or Liquid Propane (L.P)., and make sure the
marking plate (located on the back of the unit) agrees with that of the supply.
Note: Never attach an unregulated gas line to the appliance.
For Natural Gas installations, an installer must supply a gas shutoff valve that is easily accessible to the grill.
All installer supplied parts must conform to local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1990, and the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-1998.
All pipe sealants must be an approved type and resistant to the actions of L.P. gases. Never use pipe sealant
on flare fittings. All gas connections should be made by a competent technician and in accordance with local
codes and ordinances. In the absence of local codes, the installation must comply with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1-1998. Gas conversions kits are available from the factory. When ordering gas conversion
kits have the model number, and the type of gas (natural or L.P.) from your grill.
This Grill and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa.).
This Grill must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 PSIG
(3.5 kPa.).
The installation of this Grill must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes , with National
Fuel Code, ANSI Z223.1a-1998.
Installation in Canada must be in accordance with the Standard Can1-b149.1 and or .2 (installation code for
gas burning appliances and equipment) and local codes.
Natural Gas Installation
The gas inlet supply pressure should be between 5” and 14” Water Column,(w.c.) A step down regulator is
required if the line pressure is in excess of 14” w.c. Inlet pressure must not exceed 14” water column (1/2
PSIG)
Check your local gas utility company or with local codes for instructions on installing gas supply lines. Be
sure to check on type and size of run, and how deep to bury the line. If the gas supply line is too small, the
grill will not operate correctly.
Any joint sealant used must be an approved type and be resistant to the actions of L.P. gases.
Attach the natural gas regulator (supplied with your grill) to the brass fitting coming out the bottom, backside
of the grill (be sure the arrow on the regulator is pointing up towards the grill). Attach your gas line to the
3/8” flare fitting coming out of the natural gas regulator at the back of the grill.
Place the installer supplied shut-off valve in an accessible location to enable the gas supply to be cut off to the
unit.

GAS REQUIREMENTS
L.P. Gas Installation
Jenn-Air Gas Grills that are set to operate with L.P. gas come with a high capacity hose and regulator
assembly. This assembly is designed to connect directly to a standard 20 lb. L.P. cylinder.
Attach the gas hose assembly to the brass 3/8 flared fitting on the under side of the grill. Tighten securely and
attach other end to the propane tank. (sold separately) (See Fig. 12)
L.P. Tank Information
Never use a dented or rusted L.P. tank or cylinder with a damaged valve.
The L.P. cylinder must be provided with a shut-off valve terminating in an L.P. gas supply cylinder outlet
specified, as applicable, for connection No. 510 in the standard for compressed gas cylinder valve outlet and
inlet connection ANSI/CGA-V-1. Cylinders must not be stored in a building, garage, or any other enclosed
area. (The L.P. cylinder must have an overfill protection device on it.)
The L.P. Gas supply cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for L.P.
gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada,
CAN/CAS-B339, “Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods.”
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Fig. 12