Jenn-Air Range Feature Guide
This guide provides an overview of the features and controls for Jenn-Air ranges. It covers various models and may include features not present on all units. Always refer to the Owner's Manual for important safety instructions.
Range Overview
The range features an induction cooktop with various knobs and controls. Key components include:
- A. Induction cooktop: The primary cooking surface.
- B. Induction cooktop knobs: Controls for the cooktop.
- C. Electric griddle (on some models): An additional cooking surface.
- D. Drip tray (on griddle models): Collects spills from the griddle.
- E. Side panels: The exterior sides of the range.
- F. Console panel: Houses the control knobs and indicators.
- G. Leveling rods: Located behind the kick plate, used for stability.
- H. Lower panel/kick plate: The front base of the range.
- I. Oven doors: Access to the oven cavity.
- J. Temperature knobs: Control oven temperature.
- K. Mode knobs: Select oven cooking modes.
- L. SAID Label: Contains appliance identification information.
Oven Interior
The oven interior is equipped with:
- A. Halogen lights: Illuminate the oven cavity.
- B. Broil elements: Provide heat for broiling.
- C. Oven cavity sensor: Monitors oven temperature.
- D. Temperature probe jack: Connection point for the oven probe.
- E. Convection fan(s): Circulate hot air for even cooking.
Control Knobs and Buttons
The oven and cooktop functions are accessed through the control knobs. Different models (30", 36", 48") have varying configurations of knobs and indicator lights.
Cooktop Knobs and Buttons
Controls typically include:
- Knobs: Left Rear, Left Front, Center Rear, Center Front, Mode, Temperature, Right Rear, Right Front, Grill (on some models).
- Buttons: Oven Light, Oven Start.
Indicator Lights
Various indicator lights provide feedback on the appliance's status:
- Mode Knob Indicator Light
- Remote Indicator
- Temperature Knob Indicator Light
- Start Button Indicator Light
- Wi-Fi Indicator
- Griddle Preheat Light (on some models)
- Griddle Cooktop ON Light (on some models)
Note: Cooktop configuration, features, and controls may differ by model.
Cooking Modes
The range offers various cooking modes for the oven:
- Bake: Uses heat from the lower bake element and radiant heat for even cooking. Suitable for cakes, cookies, breads, and desserts.
- Convect Bake: Uses multiple elements and a fan to circulate hot air, resulting in faster cooking times (10-20% quicker).
- Convect Roast: Ideal for roasting meats, poultry, and vegetables. The fan circulates hot air, and it's not necessary to reduce oven temperature.
- Convect Broil: Uses intense heat from above for quick cooking and browning, similar to broiling but with convection.
- Broil: Uses direct radiant heat from above for quick cooking and browning.
- Keep Warm™: Maintains food at serving temperature.
- Proof: Prepares dough for baking by activating yeast.
- Rapid Proof: For proofing commercially prepared frozen doughs.
- Self Clean: For cleaning the oven cavity.
- Wi-Fi: Enables connectivity and remote operation via the Jenn-Air app.
- Steam Modes (on some models): Includes Steam Bread and Steam Meats.
Cooking Mode Combinations
A table outlines valid and invalid combinations of Mode and Temperature knobs. Refer to the manual for specific details.
Indicator Light Behaviors
Indicator lights provide visual cues for various operations:
- Pulsing/Blinking: Indicates a prompt for action or that a function is in progress (e.g., preheating).
- Solid White: Indicates preheating is complete or a function is active.
- Slow Blink (White): Indicates preheating.
- Slow Blink (Amber): Indicates the unit is above the target temperature.
- Quick Blink: Indicates a prompt for action or an invalid selection.
- Flashing White (Start Button): Prompts the user to press the Start button.
Oven Features and Operation
- Sabbath Mode: Disables certain features and tones, keeping the oven on a bake setting until turned off.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity and Remote Operation: Allows control via the Jenn-Air app for monitoring and adjusting cooking settings remotely.
- Induction Cooking: Generates heat directly in the pan, resulting in faster heating and cooling, and a cooler cooktop surface.
- Chrome Electric Griddle (on some models): Provides a non-stick surface for various cooking tasks.
- Bridge Function: Allows two cooking zones to be used as one larger zone for oblong cookware.
- Child Lock/Unlock: Prevents accidental operation of the cooktop.
- Pot Detection: Ensures that the cooking zone only energizes when an appropriate pot is detected.
- Ceramic Glass Cooktop Care: Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the glass surface.
- Home Canning: Guidance on using the induction cooktop for canning.
- Oven Vent: Important for proper air circulation and should not be blocked.
- Cooling Fan: Operates to cool the oven after use, especially after self-cleaning cycles.
- Roll-Out Rack: Facilitates easy access for placing and removing food.
- Assisted Cooking: Provides guided cooking levels for various tasks like warming, melting, and simmering.
- Boost Mode: Provides maximum power for a short duration (up to 10 minutes).
- Culinary Center: A feature within the app that offers personalized cooking guidance based on food type and preferences.
- Cook Timer (App Only): Allows setting a programmed cooking time.
- Temperature Probe (App Only): Assists in measuring the internal temperature of food.
- Delay Start (App Only): Allows programming the oven to start cooking at a later time.
Safety Warnings
- Fire Hazard: Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to do so could result in death or fire.
- Food Poisoning Hazard: Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or after cooking.
- Bird Sensitivity: Some birds are extremely sensitive to oven fumes, which can be fatal. Move birds to a well-ventilated area.
- Aluminum Foil: Do not line the oven bottom with foil. Use foil on racks below dishes to catch spills, ensuring it is turned up at the edges.