Jenn-Air S136-C Use And Care Manual page 8

Surface Controls
The variable heat controls for the cooktop cartridges and grill element provide flexibil-
ity in heat setting selection.
To Set Controls
• 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 either direction
to desired heat setting.
• When control is in any position, other than OFF, it may be turned in any direction
without pushing down.
• A red indicator light will glow when a surface heating element is ON. There are two
indicator lights, one for the heating elements on the left side of the range, one for
the heating elements on the right side of the range.
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Control Locations
1. Left rear heating element (rear Energy-Saver) _ _ =t
2. Left front heating element (front Energy-Saver)
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3. Right front heating element (front Energy-Saver)
4. Right rear heating element (rear Energy-Saver) Energy-Saver
Note $156-C Model: The "Energy-Saver" grill element (above, right) permits utilizing only half of the
grill area, if desired, or using different heat settings for the front and rear position of the element. When
using this element, both cooktop controls, front and rear, must be turned on in order to use the full
grill area.
Note S136-C Model: Only the left rear or right front controls must be turned on to use the full grill.
Suggested Control Settings
The size and type of cookware and the amount and type of food being cooked will influence
the setting needed for best cooking results. Electrical voltage may also vary; this will affect
the needed control setting. The setting indicated should serve as a guide while you become
familiar with your range.
HI A fast heat to start cooking quickly, to bring liquids to a boil, to preheat oil for deep
fat frying. Use 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, saut6ing, slow boil of large amounts
of food, and most frying.
3-4 (Medium Lo) To continue cooking foods started on higher settings.
LO-2 Maintaining serving temperatures of foods, simmering foods, melting butter or chocolate.
The heat controls offer flexibility in heat 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 grill accessories.
Suggested settings are provided as general guidelines.
Cleaning and Removing Control Knobs
To remove knobs, turn to OFF position. Wash knobs in warm soapy water or dishwasher;
do not use abrasive cleansers or materials. To replace knobs, match flat part of knob opening
with the spring on the shaft, returning in OFF position.
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