Jenn-Air JGCP548, JGCP536 Troubleshooting, Nothing will operate, Burner sparks but does not light

Models: JGCP430 JGCP436 JGCP536 JGCP548

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TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Nothing will operate

 

Burner sparks but does not light

Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.

Is there continuous sparking, but the burner does not light?

Discontinue use of the surface burner and contact a service technician.

Surface burners will not operate

Is this the first time the surface burners have been used? Turn on any one of the surface burner knobs to release air from the gas lines.

Is the control knob set correctly? Push in knob before turning to a setting.

Are the burner ports clogged?

On sealed burner models, see “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

Surface burner flames are uneven, yellow and/or noisy

Are the burner ports clogged?

On sealed burner models, see “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

On models with caps, are the burner caps positioned properly?

See “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

Is propane gas being used?

The appliance may have been converted improperly. Contact a trained repair specialist.

Surface burner makes popping noises

Is the burner wet? Let it dry.

Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop

Is the cookware the proper size?

Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area, element or surface burner. Cookware should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) outside the cooking area.

Cooktop cooking results not what expected

Is the proper cookware being used? See “Cookware” section.

Is the control knob set to the proper heat level? See “Cooktop Controls” section.

Is the cooktop level?

Level the cooktop. See the Installation Instructions.

Griddle results not what expected

Was the griddle preheated?

Preheat griddle. See “Electric Chrome Griddle” section for more information.

Are foods taking too long to cook?

Partially frozen or very cold foods will increase cooking time. Thoroughly defrost foods.

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Jenn-Air JGCP548 Troubleshooting, Nothing will operate, Burner sparks but does not light, Surface burners will not operate