Jenn-Air JGD3536GB, Use & Care Manual

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STAINLESS STEEL COOKTOP

To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-

filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, cooktop cleaner, 

steelwool pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper towels.
For best results, use a soft cloth or non-scratch sponge.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.

Cleaning Method:

■

Affresh

®

 Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016  

(not included): 

See the “Assistance or Service” section to order.

■

All purpose cleaner: 

Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

■

Vinegar for hard water spots

COOKTOP CONTROLS

To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool, 

abrasive cleansers, or oven cleaner.
To avoid damage, do not soak knobs.
When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position.
On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.

Cleaning Method:

■

Soap and water: 

Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.

PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS

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

be cleaned as soon as the cooktop, grates, and caps are cool. 

These spills may affect the finish.
To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against each 

other or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware.
Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet.

Cleaning Method:

■

Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive 

cleanser: 

Clean as soon as cooktop, grates, and caps are cool.

■

Dishwasher (grates only, not caps): 

Use the most aggressive cycle.

■

Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617  

(not included): 

See the “Assistance or Service” section to order.

SURFACE BURNERS AND ELECTRONIC IGNITER

Surface Burners

See the “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

Electronic Igniter

Cleaning Method:

■

Clean ceramic post with a cotton swab: 

Affresh

®

 Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number 

W10355010 (not included): 

See the “Assistance or Service” section to order.

DOWNDRAFT VENTILATION SYSTEM

Vent Grate

Cleaning Method:

■

Lift off the vent grate.

■

Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly 

abrasive cleanser: 

Wipe clean or wash in sink.

■

Dishwasher: 

Use mild detergent.

Removable Grease Filter

The filter is a permanent type and should be cleaned when soiled.

Cleaning Method:

■

Turn off the downdraft ventilation system before removing  

the filter.

■

Remove burner grates, then vent grate and lift the filter out  

of the vent chamber.

■

Clean the filter in the sink with warm water and detergent  

or in the top rack of the dishwasher.

■

Replace the filter.
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.

Ventilation Chamber

The ventilation chamber, which houses the filter, should be 

cleaned in the event of spills or when it becomes coated with  

a film of grease.

Cleaning Method:

■

Mild household detergent or cleanser and paper towel,  

damp cloth, or sponge: 

Apply detergent or cleanser to paper towel, damp cloth  

or sponge, not directly to the ventilation chamber.

A

B

A.  Burner grates
B.  Vent grate