Connecting Range To Gas; Extension Cords; Ovens; Self-Cleaning Ovens - Jenn-Air JDS8850AAB Service Manual

Important Safety Information

Connecting Range to Gas

Install manual shut-off valve in gas line for easy
accessibility outside range. Be aware of the location of
the shut-off valve.

Extension Cords

Do not use an extension cord with this product.
Using the Oven
• Do not leave children alone or unattended where a
range is hot or in operation. They could be seriously
burned.
• Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the
door. They could damage the range and cause severe
personal injury.
• Wear proper apparel. Loose fitting or hanging
garments should never be worn when using oven.
Flammable material could ignite if brought in contact
with flame or hot oven surfaces which may cause
severe burns.
• Never use range for warming or heating a room. This
may cause burns, injuries, or a fire.
• Do not use water on grease fires.
• Do not let grease or other flammable materials collect
in or around range.
• Do not repair or replace any part of range unless it is
recommended in this manual.
• Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders
used on hot surfaces may result in a burn from steam.
Do not let a potholder touch the flame. Do not use a
towel or a bulky cloth as a potholder.
• Never leave range unattended while cooking. Boilovers
can cause smoking and may ignite.
• Only certain types of glass/ceramic, earthenware, or
other glazed utensils are suitable for oven use.
Unsuitable utensils may break due to sudden
temperature change.
• Use care when opening oven door. Let hot air or steam
escape before removing or replacing food.
• Do not heat unopened food containers in oven.
Build-up of pressure may cause a container to burst
and result in injury.
• Keep range vent ducts unobstructed.
• Place oven racks in desired location while oven is
cool. If a rack must be moved while oven is hot, use a
dry potholder.
• Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottom or racks.
Aluminum foil can cause a fire will seriously affect
baking results, and damage to porcelain surface's.
• Do not touch interior surfaces of oven during or
immediately after use. Do not let clothing or other
flammable materials come in contact with bake or broil
burners.
• Other areas of the oven can become hot enough to
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cause burns, such as vent openings, window, oven
door and oven racks.
• To avoid steam burns, do not use a wet sponge or cloth
to wipe up spills on hot cooking area.
• Do not store combustible or flammable materials, such
as, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
near or in oven.
• Do not clean oven door gasket located on back of the
door. Gasket is necessary to seal the oven and can be
damaged as a result of rubbing or being moved.
• Do not drape towels or any materials on oven door
handles. These items may ignite causing a fire.

OVENS

1. Use Care When Opening Door—Let hot air or steam
escape before removing or replacing food.
2. Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers—Buildup of
pressure may cause container to burst and result in
injury.
3. Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed.
4. Placement of Oven Racks—Always place oven racks
in desired location while oven is cool. If rack is
removed while oven is hot, do not let potholder
contact hot heating element in oven.

SELF-CLEANING OVENS

1. Do Not Clean Door Gasket—The door gasket is
essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to
rub, damage, or move the gasket.
2. Do Not Use Oven Cleaners—No commercial oven
cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind
should be used in or around any part of the liner.
3. Clean Only Parts Listed in Manual.
4. Before Self-Cleaning the Oven—Remove broiler pan,
oven racks, and other utensils.
5. Remove all items from range top and backguard.

GLASS/CERAMIC COOKING SURFACES

1. Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop—If cooktop should
break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may
penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of
electrical shock. Contact a qualified technician
immediately.
2. Clean Cooktop With Caution—If a wet sponge or
cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be
careful to avoid a steam burn. Some cleaners can
produce fumes if applied to a hot surface.
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