Jenn-Air JGD3536GB, Use & Care Manual

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JX3™ Downdraft Ventilation System

The built-in downdraft ventilation system removes cooking  

vapors, odors, and smoke from foods prepared on the cooktop.

IMPORTANT:

 For optimal performance, operate downdraft 

ventilation system with the filter properly installed.
To avoid the buildup of grease, the filter should be cleaned often.
The filter should always be placed at an angle. As you face the 

front of the cooktop, the top of the filter should rest against the 

right side of the vent opening. The bottom of the filter should rest 

against the left side of the vent chamber at the bottom.
If the filter is flat against the fan wall, ventilation effectiveness will 

be reduced.

To Use:

Turn vent knob to desired speed: HI, LO, or to the midpoint 

between Hi and Lo for Medium. Turn vent fan knob to OFF  

when finished cooking or when the cooktop is not in use.

Home Canning

When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface 

burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently  

used areas to cool.

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Center the canner on the grate above the burner.

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Do not place canner on 2 surface burners at the same time.

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For more information, contact your local agricultural 

department. Companies that manufacture home canning 

products can also offer assistance.

Cookware

IMPORTANT:

 Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface 

cooking area, element, or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a 

well-fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy 

thickness.
Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop or grates. Aluminum and 

copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, 

when used as a base, they can leave permanent marks on the 

cooktop or grates.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is 

transferred which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has  

the same characteristics as its base material.
For example, aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take 

on the properties of aluminum.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material 

characteristics.

Cookware

Characteristics

Aluminum

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Heats quickly and evenly.

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Suitable for all types of cooking

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Medium or heavy thickness is best 

for most cooking tasks.

Cast iron

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Heats slowly and evenly.

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Good for browning and frying

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Maintains heat for slow cooking.

Ceramic or 

ceramic glass

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Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

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Heats slowly but unevenly.

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Ideal results on low-to-medium 

heat settings.

Copper

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Heats very quickly and evenly.

Earthenware

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Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

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Use on low heat settings.

Porcelain 

enamel-

on-steel or 

cast iron

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See stainless steel or cast iron.

Stainless steel

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Heats quickly but unevenly.

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A core or base of aluminum or copper on 

stainless steel provides even heating.

COOKTOP CARE

General Cleaning

IMPORTANT:

 Before cleaning, make sure all controls are OFF  

and the cooktop is cool. Always follow label instructions on 

cleaning products.
Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless 

otherwise noted.

EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES  

(on some models)

Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should 

be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spills 

may affect the finish.

Cleaning Method:

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Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner, or nonabrasive scrubbing pad

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Affresh

®

 Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number 

W10355010 (not included): 

See the “Assistance or Service” section to order.

A

C

B

A.  Removable grease filter
B.  Downdraft grate
C.  Filter support tray (non-removable)