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Care and Cleaning

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Be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the surface units are cool before attempting to remove them.

Surface Units

To clean the surface units, turn the
control to the highest setting for a
minute. The coils will burn off any soil.

To remove a surface unit:

To remove the drip pans for cleaning, 
the surface units must be removed first.

Push the surface unit back toward
the receptacle to free the locking
tab from the cooktop.

Lift the surface unit about 1 inch
above the drip pan and pull it out.

Do not lift the surface unit more than 1 inch. 
If you do, it may not lie flat on the drip pan 
when you plug it back in.

NOTE:

Repeated lifting of the surface unit

more than 1 inch above the drip pan can
permanently damage the receptacle.

To replace a surface unit:

Replace the drip pan into the recess
in the cooktop. Make sure the
opening in the pan lines up with 
the receptacle.

Insert the terminals of the surface
unit through the opening in the
drip pan and into the receptacle.

Push the surface unit in and down
to lock the tab in place so it rests
evenly in the cooktop.

Do not immerse the surface units in liquids of 
any kind.

Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher.

Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals.

Do not attempt to clean, adjust or in any way
repair the plug-in receptacle.

Drip Pans

Remove the surface units. Then lift out
the drip pans.

Place them in a covered container. Add
1/4 cup ammonia and let soak several
hours or overnight. Wash, rinse well 
and dry.

The drip pans may also be cleaned in 
a dishwasher.

Clean the area under the drip pans 
often. Built-up soil, especially grease, 
may catch fire.

Do not cover the drip pans with foil. Using foil so
close to the receptacle could cause shock, fire or
damage to the range.

Surface unit

Drip pan

Receptacle

Locking
tab

Locking tab

Drip
pan

Cooktop 

rim

When properly seated, the locking
tab should lock onto the cooktop rim
through the notch in the drip pan.

Surface

unit

Locking tab

Lift-Up Cooktop 

Clean the area under the cooktop often. Built-up
soil, especially grease, may catch fire.

To make cleaning easier, the entire
cooktop may be lifted up and supported
in the up position.

Be sure all the surface units are turned
off before raising the cooktop. The
surface units and drip pans do not need
to be removed; however, you may remove
one to make raising the cooktop easier. 

A support rod will hold the cooktop up
while you clean underneath it.

After cleaning under the cooktop with
hot, soapy water and a clean cloth, lower
the cooktop. Be careful not to pinch 
your fingers.

Be sure all surface units are turned
off before raising the cooktop. 

Support rod

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Summary of Contents for JDS26BDCT

Page 1: ...r Information First Name________________________ _ Last Name________________________ _ Address ___________________________ City _____________________________ _ State _______ Zip_______________ Phone __________________________ E mail _____________________________ I would like to order Quantity Part ________ _____________ ________ _____________ ________ _____________ Product Information Model ______...

Page 2: ... Pans 17 Heating Elements 13 Lift Off Oven Door 15 Lift Up Cooktop 17 Light 16 Oven Interior 15 Shelves 14 Surface Units 17 Vent 14 Troubleshooting Tips 18 19 Accessories 20 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 21 22 Warranty 23 JDS28 Owner s Manual 49 80352 11 05 JR Write the model and serial numbers here Model ________________ Serial ________________ You can find the...

Page 3: ... grounded by a qualified installer in accordance with the provided installation instructions Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker or fuse Mark it for easy reference Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Before performing any service d...

Page 4: ...ols off Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Use a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or if available by using a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flame in the oven can be smothered completely ...

Page 5: ...D ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Do not heat unopened food containers Pressure could build up and the container could burst causing an injury Keep the oven vent unobstructed Keep the oven free from grease buildup Place the oven ...

Page 6: ...ng results pans should be flat on the bottom Match the size of the saucepan to the size of the surface unit The pan should not extend over the edge of the surface unit more than 1 Not over 1 inch 1 Home Canning Tips Be sure the canner is centered over the surface unit Make sure the canner is flat on the bottom Use recipes and procedures from reputable sources These are available from manufacturers...

Page 7: ...ill flash in the display when there has been a power outage Reset the clock Touch the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool for one hour Put the oven back into operation If the function error code repeats disconnect the power to the range and call for service KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF Pad Touch this pad to select the timer feature Then press and pads to adjust time TIMER Light Flashes while in edit mode...

Page 8: ... by small amounts Touch and hold the pad to increase the time or temperature by larger amounts CLEAR OFF Pad Touch this pad to cancel ALL oven operations except the clock and timer BROIL HI LO Pad Touch this pad to select the broil function BROIL Light Flashes while in edit mode you can switch from HI to LO BROIL at this point Glows when the oven is in broil mode Power Outage If a flashing time is...

Page 9: ...l not to burn your hand on the door when using the shelf in the lowest position A The oven has 7 shelf positions How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Your oven is not designed for open door cooking Touch the BAKE pad Touch the or pads until the desired temperature is displayed Touch the START ON pad The oven will start automatically The display will show PRE while preheating When the oven re...

Page 10: ...should know that cooking it to only 140 F means some food poisoning organisms may survive Source Safe Food Book Your Kitchen Guide USDA Rev June 1985 The oven has 7 shelf positions Quantity and Shelf First Side Second Side Food or Thickness Position Time min Time min Comments Ground Beef 1 lb 4 patties E 9 11 5 7 Space evenly Up to Well Done 1 2 to 3 4 thick 8 patties take about the same time Beef...

Page 11: ...d within one minute after you touch the CLOCK pad the display reverts to the original setting If this happens touch the CLOCK pad twice and reenter the time of day Touch the START ON pad until the time of day shows in the display This enters the time and starts the clock To check the time of day when the display is showing other information simply touch the CLOCK pad The time of day shows until an...

Page 12: ...comes on automatically on some models when the door is opened and goes off when the door is closed The bulb may be removed See the Oven Light Replacement section On models with a light switch on the control panel the oven light may be turned on and left on Using the Sabbath Feature On some models Designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays How to Set for Baking Roasting NOTE To understand ...

Page 13: ...h your old favorite recipes use margarine butter or stick spreads containing at least 70 vegetable oil To Adjust the Thermostat Touch the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 2 seconds until the display shows SF Touch the BAKE pad A two digit number shows in the display The oven temperature can be adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Touch the pad to increase the temperature in 1 de...

Page 14: ...shing detergent Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak NOTE The adhesive must be removed from all parts It cannot be removed if it is baked on Oven Heating Elements Do not clean the bake element or the broil element Any soil will burn off when the elements are heated To clean the oven floor gently lift the bake element Clean with warm soapy water Control Knobs The control knobs may be removed f...

Page 15: ...ht away When the surface has cooled wash with soap and water Rinse well For other spills such as fat spatterings wash with soap and water or cleansing powders after the surface has cooled Rinse well Polish with a dry cloth Oven Vent The oven is vented through an opening under the left rear surface unit This area could become hot during oven use It is normal for steam to come out of the vent and mo...

Page 16: ...n Oven Interior With proper care the porcelain enamel finish on the inside of the oven top bottom sides back and inside of the door will stay new looking for years Let the range cool before cleaning We recommend that you wear rubber gloves when cleaning the range Soap and water will normally do the job Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner Soapy wet metal...

Page 17: ...iler pan and grid may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a dishwasher Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven Oven Light Replacement CAUTION Before replacing your oven light bulb disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker pan...

Page 18: ...ts in a dishwasher Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals Do not attempt to clean adjust or in any way repair the plug in receptacle Drip Pans Remove the surface units Then lift out the drip pans Place them in a covered container Add 1 4 cup ammonia and let soak several hours or overnight Wash rinse well and dry The drip pans may also be cleaned in a dishwasher Clean the area under the drip p...

Page 19: ...e being used Oven thermostat needs See the Adjust the oven thermostat Do it yourself adjustment section Clock and timer do Plug on range is not completely Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live properly not work inserted in the electrical outlet grounded outlet A fuse in your home may Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Oven controls impr...

Page 20: ...o or letter flash error code operation in the display If the function code repeats Disconnect all power to the range for at least 30 seconds and then reconnect power If the function error code repeats call for service Display flashes bAd The installed connection Contact installer or electrician to correct miswire then linE with a from the house to the unit loud tone is miswired Display goes blank ...

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