Sears KENMORE 46521 User's Manual
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1. CONTENTS SAFETY USE AND CARE Your Range and Its Features q ssscssesssesereeecernere Oven Controls remerresvonsesnnansornrsvernvsrnvenvevsnsrsssereerrrr O98 i Cooktop Cooking m revevasvervansennevnvarsveerrvesvvvnvannrsran Dy 10 Oven Cooking rrnnessesrnesuvvrvvsrenseseessassvnsenvevensvrrsvsvensrn TT Brolling caesseesesevvevrenvssssvasanenenurvenruvensarnsnnnsenseernuesenrne 12 Self Clean Cycle ssesriserevevsvavanurnnennsvrersrrasser 13 14 Cleaning TIps emeeseenesenvnevevernvnevaennsvenenervvsnrrsrrvernernes ED Removable Range Parts srmmereeeveensvavsrerrrrrrrr 16 18 7 SERVICE Po Before Calling For Service 19 20 i Adjusting Oven Temperature uererrvovrerverarreserserne 21 WARRANTY eae are peer gt ee ee ities MODELS 46520 46521 46525 USE CARE SAFETY MANUAL IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following Teach chiidren not to play with range knobs or any other part of the range Never leave children alone or unattended where a range is in use Never store things children might want above a range Never let anyone climb sit or stand onthe open door or any other part of the range Their weight may make the range tip over2. Be sure your range Is installed and grounded properly by a qualified technician Choose pots and pans with flat bottoms large enough to cover the entire cooktop element This will cut down the risk of setting potholders or clothing on fire with an uncovered element and waste less energy Always use care when touching the cooktop elements areas near cooktop elements oven heating elements or inside the oven Heating elements could be hot enough to burn you even if they are dark in color The oven vent duct and oven door may also become hot during range use Only some kinds of glass or ceramic pans can be used for cooktop cooking Be sure that the pan you use will not break when heated on the cooktop elements Place oven racks tn desired position while oven is cool if rack must be moved while oven Is hot do not fet potholder contact hot heating element In oven Atter broiling always take the broiler pan out of the range and clean it Leftover grease in the broller pan can catch on fire next time you use the pan Always use dry pothoiders when removing pans from the oven or cooktop Moist or damp potholders can cause Steam burns Always use care when opening oven door Let hot air and steam out before moving food Always follow cleaning instructions in this book Always keep the range and oven clean Food and grease are easy to ignite Clean the range oven and vents regularly Do Not Use Oven Cleaners No commercial
3. F and 550 F by pressing the UP arrow See Fig 1 Step 1 PRESS Step 2 SET BETWEEN 500 F AND 550 F BAKE Step 3 IMMEDIATELY PRESS AND HOLD Fig 1 3 IMMEDIATELY press BAKE again and hold for about 4seconds This display will show ON and BAKE will flash In the display See Fig 2 Continue to hold BAKE until the display changes to show the preset oven display See Fig 3 PRESET OVEN DISPLAY Fig 2 21 4 The temperature can be adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Use the UP or Down arrow to select the temperature adjustment you want See Fig 3 The temperature you select Is the new preset oven display Step 4 Alv PRESET OVEN DISPLAY SET BETWEEN 35 F AND 35 F Fig 3 NOTE This adjustment will not affect Broil or Clean temperatures it willbe remembered when power is removed 5 When you have made the adjustment push CLOCK to return the display to the time of day Use your oven as you would normally Step 5 CLOCK NESER71 NOTES KENMORE ELECTRIC RANGE WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON THE FUNCTIONING OF ALL PARTS EXCEPT GLASS PARTS If within one year from the date of installation any part other than a glass part fails to function properly due to a defect in material or workmanship Sears will repair or replace it free of charge Dear Customer FULL 30 DAY WARRANTY ON GLASS PARTS AND FINISH OF PORCE Our constant efforts are LAIN ENAMEL PAINTED OR B
4. Place range back into cooking or cleaning cycle If problem repeats call for service Thermostat calibration See sopement described following this section Fan comes on during This is normal operation of a Fan should turn OFF after the internal com bake broil or clean fan designed to cool the ponents have cooled range s internal components Spills were not wiped up promptty Possible range malfunction Oven temperature seems Inaccurate Heavily soiled or stained chrome cooktop cannot be cleaned satisfacto rily See the Cleaning Tips for cleaning chrome cooktops 19 NESER18 1 BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE continued DON T CALL FOR SERVICE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE UNTIL YOU CHECK Foods do not broil e Check broil pan placement See brolling properly section Do not preheat when broiling Use broller pan and grid supplied with range Open door to broli stop position see re movable oven door section Improper rack position Oven preheated Improper utensil used Oven door closed during broi Oven smokes Check broiling chart In broiling section Check for heavy spillover Clean pan and grid after each use Improper broiling time Dirty oven Broiler pan containing grease left in oven Check switch setting see operating in structions Check or repl
5. enameled reflector bowls remove the chrome trim ring 3 Lift out the bowl Do not put the element into water It cleans Itself when heated during normal use To replace 1 Replace the bowl Be sure the receptacle Is showing in the bow opening 17 2 Formodels with porcelain enameled reflector bowls replace chrome trim ring 3 Slide the plug of the element firmly into the receptacle IMPORTANT Never operate a cooktop element without the bowl in place This can cause scorching of the cooktop burning of wiring insulation and loss of energy REFLECTOR BOWL RECEPTACLE CAUTION Do not pull element up more than 1 2 or damage to the receptacle will occur NEMNTS8 LIFT UP COOKTOP The range has a support to hold the cooktop up while cleaning Raise the support as shown in the Illustration Porcelain enamel can chip if dropped Handle porcelain enameled cooktops carefully ANTI TIP DEVICE NOTE To Insure the device is installed and re en If your range is removed for cleaning gaged properly carefully try to tip the range servicing or any reason be sure anti forward The device should secure the range tip device is re engaged properly and not allow it to tip when the range is replaced Failure to take this precaution could resultin tipping of the range and cause injury BACKGUARD When replacing the range OPTIONAL LOCATION 1 Hook the loose end of the chain onto the bracket by
6. follow recipe carefully Measure Ingredients properly Use proper pan placement Place pans on the oven racks with 1 to 1 1 2 of alr space on all sides of each pan Avold overcrowding the oven Pans too close to each other to oven walls or to the oven bottom block the free movement of air Im proper air movement causes uneven browning and cooking 4 cake layers When baking several items stagger pans so that no pan is directly above another Let the oven preheat thoroughly before cooking baked products Listen tor preheat notification tone and put the food in the oven Opening the door too often to check food during baking will allow heat loss and may cause poor baking results 11 Cakes cookles muffins and quick breads should be baked In shiny pans to reflect the heat because they should have a tight golden crust Yeast breads and pie crusts should be baked in glass or dull non shiny pans to absorb the heat because they should have a brown crisp crust Be sure the underside of the pan is shiny too Darkened undersides will absorb the heat and may cause over browning on the bottom of your food Oven temperatures should be reduced 25 degrees below recommended temperatures if exterior of pan Is predarkened darkened by age or oven proof glass There may be some odor when the oven is first used This is caused by the heating of new parts and insulation Do not cover an entire oven rack
7. oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven Ciean Only Parts Listed In Manual Always remove broiler pan and other utensils from the oven before a self clean cycle CAUTION Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range Children climbing on a range to reach items could be seriously injured Always keep combustible wall coverings curtains or drapes a safe distance away from your range and oven Always keep the appliance area clear and free from things that will burn gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids Never try to repalr or replace any part of the range unless instructions are given in this book All other work should be done by a skilled techniclan Never heat unopened food containers Pressure bulldup may make container burst and cause injury Never leave jars or cans of fat or drippings on or near therange Neverlet grease bulld up on your range You can keep grease fires from starting if you clean up grease and spills after each range use Never use aluminum foil to line drip bowls or oven bottoms Improper use of foll could start a fire or cause electrical shock Never block free airflow through the oven vent Never try to move a pan of hot fat especially a deep fat fryer Wait until the fat has cooled Never put removable heating elements In water Do not put them in a dishwasher
8. self cleaning part of your self clean oven en section of this manual for more informa tion Oven door gasket Hydrogen peroxide Soak with hydrogen peroxide using sponge Frequent soaking helps prevent soil buildup Do not rub See self cleaning section for more information 15 NECCH11 2 REMOVABLE OVEN RACKS Be careful not to scratch the oven finish when installing or removing oven racks To install 1 Set the raised back edge of the rack on a pair of rack guides 2 Push the rack In until you reach the bump in the rack gulde then lift the front of the rack and push the rack all the way In To remove 1 Pull the oven rack out then up Some models have one standard oven rack and one folding oven rack The folding rack can be easily stored away when not in use NOTE For best performance remove oven racks during a clean cycle If oven racks are left in the range during a self clean cycle they will darken lose their luster and become hard to slide If you choose to leave the racks in the oven you can polish the edges of the racks with steel wool and apply a small amount of vegetable oil to the rack edges after the self clean cycle REMOVABLE OVEN DOOR To remove 1 Open the door to the stop position see illustration 2 Grasp the door at each side and lift up and off the hinges NOTE When the door is removed and hinge arms are at stop position do not bump or try to remove the hinge arms T
9. to be centered on surface unit use smaller dlameter pots for good canning results 10 3 Flat bottomed canners give best canning results Be sure bottom of canner Is flat or slight Indentation fits snugly over surface unit Canners with flanged or rippled bottoms often found in enamelware are not recommended RIGHT 4 When canning use recipes from reputable sources Reliable recipes are available from the manufacturer of your canner manufacturers of glass jars for can ning such as Bail and Kerr and the United States Department of Agriculture Extension Service 5 Remember In following the recipes that canning is aprocess that generates large amounts of steam Be careful while canning to prevent burns from steam or heat NOTE If your range Is being operated on low power voltage canning may take longer than expected even though directlons have been carefully fol lowed The process may be improved by 1 using a pressure canner and 2 for fastest heating of large water quantities begin with HOT tap water NEMTCO6 1 OVEN COOKING When cooking a food for the first time In your new oven use time given on recipes as a guide Your new oven has been set correctly at the factory and is more apt to be accurate than the oven It replaced After you have used your oven for awhile if you feel your oven should be hotter or cooler you can adjust it yourself See THERMOSTAT ADJUSTMENTS in this manual Always
10. Close oven door Push CLEAN The time display will show See Fig 1 slightly on the door You may need to press Fig 1 2 Press or to set the desired length of clean time Clean time is normally 3 hours You can change It between 2 and 4 hours depending on how dirty the oven is See Fig 2 The door locks automatically after the controls are set The display will show LOCK when door locks Fig 2 You can push STOP TIME to find out when the cycle will end Push CLEAN to return to countdown WHEN A CLEAN CYCLE IS FINISHED 1 Wait until the LOCK display goes out The oven temperature must drop to a safe level before the door can be opened See Fig 3 WAIT UNTIL LOCK GOES OUT AN If you cannot open the door immediately after the word LOCK goes off wait about one minute and try again 14 TO INTERRUPT A CLEAN CYCLE 1 Push CLEAR OFF Follow instructions under WHEN A CLEAN CYCLE IS FINISHED TO SET DELAYED SELF CLEAN CYCLE Follow steps 1 3 under TO SET SELF CLEAN CYCLE THEN 4 Press STOP TIME 5 Set the time of day when you want the clean cycle to end See Fig 4 The control will calculate the start clean time Fig 4 Note When selecting a stop time for a delayed clean cycle you must allow time for the 2 4 hour clean time Your oven light should be OFF during a self clean cycle to prolong the life of the bulb NESCLO7 1 a a Cleaning Tips Refe
11. Do not put them in the self clean cycle of self cleaning ovens Never rub move or damage the door gasket on self cleaning ranges The gasket Is essential for a good seal Only clean the gasket by soaking it with hydrogen peroxide as described in the seif clean section of the manual Never touch surface units heating elements or interior surfaces of the oven They may be hot even though they appear dark in color lf the self cleaning mode malfunctions turn off and disconnect the power supply Have serviced by a qualified technician A fan nolse may be heard sometime during the clean cycle Always keep wooden utensils plastic utensils or canned food a safe distance away from your range Be sure everyone in your home knows what to do in case of fire Never clean cooktop surface when it is hot Some cleaners produce noxious fumes and wet cloths could cause steam burns if used on a hot surface Never try to clean utensils cookware or removable parts of your range during a self clean cycle NESAF24 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued Read and understand this information OVEN FIRE NOW Should you ever need it you will not have time for reading Do not try to move the pan 1 Close oven door and turn controls off 2 If fire continues throw baking soda on the fire Be sure everyone in your home knows COOKTOP GREASE FIRE what to do in case of a fire Never pick up a flaming pan instead Never use
12. E BAKE will flash 2 Select the desired temperature by touching the UP or DOWN arrow pad The last used bake temperature will appear in the temperature display Increase the temperature with the UP arrow Decrease the temperature with the DOWN arrow If you do not set a temperature after you press BAKE the display will go blank Repeat steps 1 and 2 3 After baking is complete press CLEAR OFF See Fig 6 3 TO CANCEL BAKE Sat Vp INCREASE OR DECREASE 2 TEMPERATURE FIG 6 TIMED BAKING AUTOMATIC OVEN OFF You can begin baking now and set the oven to turn OFF automatically 1 Press COOK TIME 2 Press UP or DOWN arrow to set how long you want to bake 3 Press BAKE 4 Select temperature using UP or DOWN arrow See Fig 7 0 INCREASE OR DECREASE TIME 2 INCREASE OR DECREASE 4 TEMPERATURE FIG 7 NOTE You should consider that food will continue to cook after controls turn OFF unless you remove the food immediately NCCTL18 DELAYED ON AND OFF You can set the oven to turn on and off automatically The control will caiculate the time to start cooking 1 Press COOK TIME 2 Press UP or DOWN arrow to set how long you want to bake 3 Press STOP TIME The earliest stop time you can set will appear in the display 4 Set STOP TIME the time of day when you want the oven to turn OFF by pressing the UP or DOWN arrow 5 Press BAKE 6 Select temperature by press
13. N BAKE ELEMENT REMOVABLE OVEN DOOR SEE PAGE 16 BROILER PAN AND GRID SEE PAGE 12 amp 15 5 NESIF06 Range Control PROGRAM CLOCK OIL OR STATS ER NERE hea INCREASES TIME LA DISPLAY DISPLAY DISPLAY CLEAN OPERATION DISPLAY OR TEMPERATURE PRESS TO TURN TIMER ON AND OFF SET AUTOMATIC OVEN OPERATIONS Your range control is touch controlled To set BAKE BROIL TIMER or CLEAN touch the desired function pad and select the temperature or time by touching the arrow pad TO SET THE CLOCK 1 Press CLOCK The word TIME will flash in the display 2 Press the UP or DOWN arrow pad to select the correct time of day Hoid your finger on the arrow pad to change display numbers quickly Touch and release the arrow pad to change the time slowly See Fig 1 INCREASE OR Q DECREASE TIME Fig 1 TO SET THE TIMER NOTE The TIMER does not control oven operations The maximum time setting is 9 hours and 55 minutes 1 Press TIMER TIMER will flash in the display 2 Press the UP or DOWN arrow pad to select the amount of time Hold your finger on the arrow pad to change the time quickly Touch and release the arrow pad to change the time slowly The TIMER will automatically begin counting down after a few seconds 3 When the time is up the end of cycle tone will beep Press CLOCK to return the time of day to the display DOWN ARROW PAD DECREASES TIME OR TEMPERATURE The TIMER display w
14. Never leave the oven door open when you are not watching the range WARNING To prevent accidental tipping of the range from abnormal usage including excess ioading of the oven door attach It to the wall or floor by installing the anti tip de vice supplied if the range is moved for cleaning servicing or any reason be sure Anti tip Device Is re engaged properly when the range Is replaced Failure to take this precaution could result In tipping of the range and cause injury 1 NESAF21 1 Always keep the range area clear and free from things that wiii burn CAUTION Never store things in an oven or near cooktop elements burners These things may catch fire and plastic items could melt Never wear loose clothing when using your range Such clothing could catch fire Never let pot handles stick out over the front of the range Turn handles in so that they cannot be bumped into Keep the handles away from other hot surface ele ments burners Never use your range for warming or heating a room You could be burned or seriously Injured Such misuse could also cause damage to the range Never use towel or other bulky cloth as a potholder Such cloths could catch fire on a hot element burner Never leave cooktop elements burners unwatched at high heat settings Boilovers cause smok ing and greasy spiliovers could catch fire NESAFO9 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Keep this book for later use
15. RIGHT METAL FINISHED PARTS If within 30 days from the date of installatlon any glass part or the finish on any porcelain ename painted or bright metal part Is defective in material or workmanship Sears will replace the part free of charge FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS For 90 days from the date of installation Sears will provide free of charge and will give you proper any mechanical adjustments necessary for proper operation of the range performance As part of except for normal maintenance directed toward making sure your new Kenmore Range will arrive at your home in perfect condition these efforts we feel It Is If the range is subjected to other than private family use the above our responsibility to pro warranty coverage is effective for only 90 days vide you with this warranty WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE for your range NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty applies only while this product Is In use in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SEARS ROEBUCK and CO Dept 731 CR W Sears Tower Chicago IL 60684 WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL We Service What We Sell is our assurance to you that you can depend on Sears for service because Sears service is nationwide Your Kenmore Range has added value when you consider that Sears has a service unit near you s
16. Slipping the nearest link of the chain Into the slot in the bracket making sure the chain Is pulled as tight as possible and that there is no excess slack in the chain after chain is attached to the bracket Excess slack In the chaln could allow the range to BRACKET 2 Slide the range all the way back Into the counter LOCATION MAINBACK Once the range Is pushed back in place there will be Electric mode shown asmall amount of slack in the chain This Is normal Opposite side used for Gas models 18 NEMNT59 BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Save time and money Check this list before you call for service To ellminate unnecessary service calls first read all the instructions In this manual carefully Then If you have a problem always check this list of common problems and possible solutions before you call for service if you do have a problem you cannot fix yourself call your nearest Sears Store or Service Center for help When calling have this manual the Repair Parts List model number serial number and purchase date handy PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE DON T CALL FOR SERVICE UNTIL YOU CHECK Range does not work No power to range Check household circuit breaker totally inoperative or fuse Check power cord to be sure it Is plugged in Oven does not heat Clock set incorrectly e Check clock instructions cooktop OK Oven controls set incorrectly Check oven control instructions Cooktop does not
17. ace light bulb see use and care Instructions Oven light does not work Light switch In off position Light bulb burned out Controls not set properly Clean cycle Interrupted too soon Oven too dirty Check self clean Instructions Heavily solled ovens require a 3 1 2 hour clean cycle Heavy spillovers should be removed be fore setting clean cycle Repeat clean cycle Oven does not clean or poor cleaning re sults self clean mod els only Oven door will not un lock self clean mod els only Ciean cycle not compiete Oven must cool below lock temperature Push and hold CLEAR OFF button to actl vate tone Tone has been eliminated by pushing and holding CLEAR OFF button Tone does not sound 20 NESER65 ADJUSTING OVEN TEMPERATURE The temperature In your new oven has been set correctly atthe factory so be sure to follow the recipe temperatures and cooking times the first few times you bake in your oven If you think the oven should be hotter or cooler you can adjust the oven temperature yourself To decide how much to change the temperature set the oven temperature 25 F higher or lower than the temperature in your recipe then bake The results of this test should give you an Idea of how much the temperature should be changed To adjust temperature follow these Instructions 1 Push BAKE 2 Setect a temperature between 500
18. e the knob 1 The knob stem has a groove In each side The groove on one side has a spring clip The other groove Is clear see illustration 2 Check the inside of the knob and find the molded rib 3 Replacetheknob by fitting the molded rib inside the knob Into the clear groove on the stem MOLDED RIB SPRING CLIP CLEAR GROOVE IN STEM Note Be sure to replace knobs on correct stems from which they came REPLACING THE OVEN LIGHT Be sure that the light switch is in the off position Do not touch hot oven bulb Do not touch oven bulb with wet hands Do not wipe oven light area with wet cloth Never touch the electrically live collar on the bulb when replacing it Electrical power must be shut off if you have to replace a broken bulb 1 Unscrew glass cover and remove 2 Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb 3 Replace the cover GLASS GLASS COVER Note Werecommend you use a 40 watt appliance bulb that is no longer than 3 1 2 REMOVABLE COOKTOP UNITS The cooktop elements can be unplugged and the bowls removed for cleaning Be sure all cooktop unit control knobs are turned off and elements are cool before you remove or replace cooktop unit To remove 1 Grasp element tilt it upward slightly to clear the bowl then pull away from the receptacle The element will not sit level when replaced if it is forced too far upward when removed 2 Formodels with porcelain
19. ell Done Taas Ground Beef Pattles o Medium 1 Thick 1618 Medium 1 2 Thick Lamb Chops 1 Thick 18 21 27 29 ee 1 Thick Pork Chops 1 2 Thick Pork Chops Ham Slice 1 2 Thick Fish Fillets Chicken Pieces 45 55 This chart is a genera guide The size weight thick ness and starting temperature of the food as well as your own personal preference will affect the cooking time Times in the chart are based on the food being at refrigerator temperature Frankfurters Bacon NEBRL14 The Self Clean Cycle BEFORE A CLEAN CYCLE 1 Remove the broil pan and grid oven racks allutenstis and any foil that may be in the oven Do not try to clean utensils or any other objects In the oven during a self clean cycle If oven racks are left in the range during a clean cycle they will darken lose their luster and become hard to slide If you choose to leave the racks In the oven you can polish the edges of the racks with steel wool and apply a small amount of vegetabie oll to the rack edges after the self clean cycle This will make the racks easier to slide Soil on the oven front frame under the front edge of the cooktop the door liner outside the door seal and the front edge of the oven cavity about 1 into the oven will not be cleaned during a clean cycie see illustration below Clean these areas by hand before starting a clean cycle Use hot water with a soap filled steel wool
20. he hinges could snap back causing an injury to the hands or damage to the porcelain on the front of the range Cover the hinges with toweling or empty towel rolls while working in the oven area To replace 1 Hold the door over the hinges with the slots at the bottom edge of the door lined up with the hinges The hinge arms must still be in the stop position 2 Slide the door down onto the hinges as far as it will go and close the door REMOVABLE STORAGE DRAWER This drawer gives you space for keeping cook ware and bakeware Plastics and flammable material should not be kept in this drawer Do not overload the storage drawer If the drawer Is too heavy it may slip off the track when opened To openthe drawer grasp the center of the handle and pull straight out To remove Puli drawer straight out and lift over the guide stops To replace Lift over the guide stops and slide drawer into place 16 NCMNTOt REMOVABLE KNOBS All control knobs may be removed for easy cleaning by pulling the knob stralght off the stem Be sure that the knob Is In the OFF position before removal Hint Slip a thin cloth such as a handkerchief ora plece of string under and around the knob edge and pull up Cautlon Read these instructions carefully before re placing the knobs Replacing the knobs Improperly will damage the knobs and the spring clips on the stems If this happens the knobs will fit loosely To replac
21. ill Increase as follows DE TEN SECONDS See Fig 2 1 00 ONE MINUTE See Fig 3 1HR 00 ONEHOUR See Fig 4 When the display reaches one hour the display will change HR will appear in the display DISPLAYS TEN SECONDS INCREASE OR DECREASE TIME Fig 2 DISPLAYS ONE MINUTE ZERO SECONDS INCREASE OR DECREASE TIME Fig 3 DISPLAYS ONE HOUR ZERO MINUTES INCREASE OR DECREASE TIME NCERCO8 PRESS AND HOLD TO CANCEL TIMER TO RESET THE TIMER TIMER will stop flashing and the TIMER will start counting down a few seconds after you stop touching the UP or DOWN arrow If you pause while selecting the time and the timer activates press TIMER again and continue to set the time TO CANCEL THE TIMER After TIMER begins to count down press TIMER and hold TIMER In at least four seconds until TIMER quits flashing and time of day returns to display TO SET BROIL 1 Press BROIL BROIL will flash and will appear in the display See Fig 5 2 Select LO Brollby pressing the UP arrowonce Select HI Broll by pressing the UP arrow twice To change from Hi Broil to LO Broll press the DOWN arrow 3 After cooking Is complete press CLEAR OFF TO CANCEL BROIL PRESS ONCE TO SET LO BROIL 2 FIG 5 PRESS TWICE TO SET HI BROIL TO RESET BROIL If you do not select LO or Hi Broil the function display will go blank Repeat Steps 1 and 2 TO SET BAKE 1 Press BAK
22. ing UP or DOWN arrow See Fig 8 INCREASE OR DECREASE TO SET STOP TIME Fig 8 INCREASE OR DECREASE 6 TO SET TEMPERATURE NOTE lf the control beeps you have not completed your timed oven setting Press CLEAR OFF and start again with Step 1 The low temperature zone of this range between 150 F and 200 F is available to keep hot cooked foods warm Food kept longer than two hours at these low temperatures may spoil Never let food such as dalry products fish meat poultry etc sit for more than 1 hour before cooking starts when you set your oven for a delay start Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria Be sure the oven light Is off because heat from the bulb will speed bacteria growth DISPLAY Once you have programmed your control for any operation you can display the setting by pressing the appropriate pad For example if you are using the TIMER and want to see the time of day press CLOCK The display will show the time of day You cannot set BAKE BROIL or COOK TIME while the oven door Is In the locked position If you try the word door will appear In the display The oven door lock is to be used for Self Cleaning only TONES The end of cycle tone will sound at the end of timer use and automatic oven functions The end of cycle tone is 3 short beeps followed by 1 beep every 6 seconds that repeat until you press any operation If you would like to eliminate the re
23. ll Foil can block normal heat flow and damage the range This is especially true If foil blocks the oven vent tube under the right rear cooktop element COOKTOP CONTROL 9 NEMTC10 QUESTIONS amp ANSWERS Q May I can foods and preserves on my surface units A Yes but only use cookware designed for canning purposes Check the manufacturer s Instructions and recipes for preserving foods Be sure canner Is flat bottomed and fits over the center of your surface unit Since canning generates large amounts of steam be careful to avoid burns from steam or heat Canning should only be done on surface units Q Can I cover my drip pans with foil A No Clean as recommended In Cleaning Guide Q Can I use special cooking equipment like an oriental wok on any surface units A We recommend flat bottomed woks Cookware with out flat surfaces is not recommended The life of your surface unit can be shortened and the range top can be damaged from the high heat needed for this type of cooking Q Why am I not getting the heat I need from my units even though I have the knobs on the right setting A After turning surface unit off and making sure It is cool check to make sure that your plug in units are securely fastened into the surface connection Q Why does my cookware tilt when I place them on the surface unit A Because the surface unit or the cookware Is not flat Make sure that the feet on your surface units are
24. mmonla nia soaked paper towel on stains to loosen soil then gently scrub with plastic scouring pad Biue gold heat stains These stains are caused by overheating normaily occur over a period of time and usually are permanent To minimize 1 Avold excessive use of the high heat setting Use it to start cooking then lower the heat setting to finish cooking 2 Use flat bottom pans that do not extend more than two Inches from the surface element If large pans or canners are used alternate the elements that are used Brushed chrome cooktop Detergent warm water soft cloth or a Donotscourchrometops Stubborn stains may some models chrome cieaner or Sears Cooktop Ciean beremoved by using Espree Magwheei Cleaner ing Creme or Turtle Wax Polishing Compound To re move finger prints on brushed chrome apply a little baby olf with a paper towel Rub in the direction of the brush marks Armor All Protec tant can also be used after cleaning Be sure to clean spills of acidic foods quickly Vinegar spilis can permanently stain chrome Glass Cleaner and paper towels Remove stubborn soll with paste of baking soda and water Do not use abrasive cleaners Rinse thoroughly Self cleaning oven finish Detergent warm water and scouring pad Rinse well after cleaning Cieaning inside the or soap filled steel wool pad oven need only be done as an optional touch up Do not use oven cleaner in or around any between self clean cycles See the
25. pad then rinse well FRONT FRAME 13 3 4 Wipe up heavy spillovers on the oven bottom Too much soil may cause smoking during the clean cycle Clean the door seal by using a clean sponge to soak the solled area with hydrogen peroxide Repeated soaking may be needed depending on the amount of soll Frequent cleaning will help prevent excessive soil buildup Do not rub the door seal The fiberglass materlal of the seal has an extremely low resistance to abrasion An intact and well fitting oven door seal Is essential for energy efficient oven operation and good baking results If you notice the seal becoming worn frayed or damaged In any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should replace the seal AFTER A CLEAN CYCLE Afteraclean cycle you may notice some white ash in the oven Just wipe it up with a damp cloth if white spots remain remove them with a soap filled steel wool pad Be sure to rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture These deposits are usually a Salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle the cycle may be repeated NOTE Your oven light should be OFF during a self clean cycle to prolong the life of the bulb This range has a fan that will turn ON and OFF by itself to keep the electronics cool Sometimes it will run after the range has been turned off NESCL10 1 TO SET SELF CLEAN CYCLE 1
26. peating beeps push and hold CLEAR OFF for ten seconds To return the 1 beep every 6 seconds push and hold CLEAR OFF for 10 seconds To cancel the end of cycle tone press CLOCK F CODE If the time display beeps continuously and flashes an F followed by a number you have a function error code Note the number after the F Press CLEAR OFF Allow oven to cool for 1 hour If problem repeats disconnect all power to the range and call for service Advise your service technician of the number following the F in the display NCCTL17 o BL Start Things Cooking Cooktop Cooking The sign near each cooktop control knob shows which For best cooking results and energy efficient operation element Is turned on by that knob you should use pans that A Have flat bottoms and stralght sides B Have light handles that do not tilt pans o 00 0898 00 C Are about the same size as the element OO 90 OO 09 Left Left Right Right Rear Front Rear Front To operate cooktop controls 1 Push to turn 2 Set on or between marks for desired heat An indicator light will glow when any cooktop element is on When the oven Is on heated air moves through a vent under the right rear cooktop element This hot air may make pot handles hot or meit plastic items left too near the vent The vent is necessary for proper oven perform ance Do not block it Never line the bowls below cooktop ele ments with aluminum fo
27. r to the removable parts section when cleaning your oven Warm water a mild detergent and a soft cloth are safe to use on ali cleanabie parts of your range Do not use metal scouring pads except where recommended CLEANING MATERIALS REMARKS Control panel knobs Detergent warm water soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners Knobs pull off for easier cleaning Porcelain enameled cooktop Detergent warm water plastic or nylon Clean after each spillover Soak stubborn soll scouring pad Oven racks Detergent warm water scouring pad or Remove from oven to clean Rinse thoroughly soap filled steel wool pad or oven cleaner Burner box bottom area Detergent and water Clean after each spillover with detergent and under cooktop water Dry well Broller pan and grid Detergent warm water soap filledscour Remove solled pan from oven to cool Drain fat Ing pad commercial oven cleaner pan ordrippings Fiil pan with warm water Sprinkle only grid with detergent and cover with damp cloth or paper towels Let pan and grid soak for a few minutes Rinse or scour as needed Grid and pan may be washed in a dishwasher Chrome drip bowls Bowis can permanently discolor if exposed to excessive heat or if soll is allowed to bake on Brown food stains Detergent water plastic scouring pads After each use wash rinse and dry to prevent mild abrasive cleaners soap filledscour difficult solis If heavily soiled place an ammo ing pads a
28. sitting tightly In the range top indentation and the outer edge of the drip pan Is fiat on the range surface Q Why is the porceiain finish on my cookware coming off A If you set your surface unit higher than required for the cookware material and leave it the finish may smoke crack pop or burn depending on the pot or pan Also atoo high heat for long periods and small amounts of dry food may damage the finish HOME CANNING TIPS Canning should be done on cooktop only in surface cooking of foods other than canning the use of large diameter pots extending more than 1 beyond edge of drip pan Is not recommended However when canning with water bath or pressure canner large di ameter pots may be used This Is because bolling water temperatures even under pressure are not harmful to cooktop surfaces surrounding heating unit HOWEVER DO NOT USE LARGE DIAMETER CANNERS OR OTHER LARGE DIAMETER POTS FOR FRYING OR BOILING FOODS OTHER THAN WATER Most syrup or sauce mixtures and all types of frying cook at temperatures much higher than boiling water Such temperatures could eventually harm cooktop sur faces surrounding heating units OBSERVE FOLLOWING POINTS IN CANNING 1 Bring water to boil on HIGH heat then after boiling has begun adjust heat to lowest setting to maintain boil saves energy and best uses surface unlit 2 Besure canner fits over center of surface unit If your range does not allow canner
29. taffed by Sears trained technicians professional technicians specifically trained on Sears appliances having the parts tools and equipment to ensure that we meet our pledge to you We Service What We Sell TO FURTHER ADD TO THE VALUE OF YOUR RANGE BUY A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT Years of Ownership Coverage 1st 15t Year 2nd vear Year 2ra Year Year Replacement of Defective Parts other than Porcelain or Glass 90 Ad Mechanical Adjustment 30 DAYS Porcelain and Glass Parts Annual Praventive Maintan ance Check at your request W Warranty MA Maintenance Agreement CONTACT YOUR SEARS SALESPERSON OR LOCAL SEARS SERVICE CENTER TODAY AND PURCHASE A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT Kenmore America s Best Selling Appliance Brand Sold by SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO Chicago IL 60684 Kenmore Ranges are designed manufactured and tested for years of dependable operation Yet any modern appliance may require service from time to time The Sears warranty plus the Sears Main tenance Agreement provides protection from un expected repair bills and assures you of enjoying maximum range efficiency Here s a comparative warranty and Maintenance Agreement chart showing you the benefits of a Sears Range Maintenance Agreement
30. th butter several times as they broli When brolling fish grease the grid to prevent sticking and broil with skin side down Itis not necessary to turn fish Never leave a soiled broiler pan in the range Grease in the pan may smoke or burn the next time the oven is used Be sure you know the correct procedure for putting out a grease fire See the section on safety Do not cover the entire broiler grid with foil Poor drainage of hot fat may cause a broiler fire If a fire starts close the oven door and turn controls off If fire continues throw baking soda on the fire Do not put water on the fire 12 POSITIONING BROILER PAN Broiling Is cooking by direct heat from the broll element Tender cuts of meat or marinated meat should be se lected for broiling For best results steaks and chops should be at least 3 4 thick After placing food on the broiler pan put the pan on an oven rack in the proper position The recommended rack position and cooking time can be found in the chart below The closer the food Is to the broil element the faster the meat browns on the outside yet stays red to pink In the center Moving the meat farther away from the element lets the meat cook to the center while browning outside Side one should be cooked 1 2 minutes longer than side two Rack Position Total Time 4 Highest minutes 1 Lowest Steak 1 Thick rar on Medium W
31. water on a grease fire it will 1 Turn off the element only spread the flames 2 Smother the fire with a tightly fitting pan lid baking soda or an extinguisher IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforce The fiberglass Insulation In selt clean ovens gives off ment Act requires the Governor of California to publish Very Small amount of carbon monoxide during the a list of substances known to the state to cause birth cleaning cycle Exposure can be minimized by venting defects or other reproductive harm and requires bus with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood nesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances 4 NESAF50 YOUR RANGE IMPORTANT The model and serial number of your range can be found on a tag which is attached to the front frame on the left side of the unit Open the storage drawer to locate this tag REMOVABLE CHROME BURNER BOWLS SEE PAGE 17 COOKTOP CONTROLS SEE PAGE 9 OVEN LIGHT SWITCH PUSH TO TURN LIGHT ON AND OFF REMOVABLE OVEN RACKS SEE PAGE 16 REMOVABLE STORAGE DRAWER SEE PAGE 16 Copy the numbers into the box on the cover of this manual LIFT UP COOKTOP OVEN VENT UNDER RIGHT SEE PAGE 18 REAR COOKTOP ELEMENT AREA MAY GET HOT DURING USE DO NOT BLOCK VENT REMOVABLE COOKTOP ELEMENTS SEE PAGE 17 OVEN CONTROL SEE PAGES 6 8 SURFACE INDICATOR LIGHT GLOWS WHEN ANY COOKTOP ELEMENT IS ON OVE
32. with foil The foil can block normal heat flow and cause poor baking results Do not place any foil directly above the bake element Foil used on the oven bottom under the element may damage the oven surface therefore it should not be used Cookies should be baked on flat cookie sheets without sides to allow the air to circulate properly When recipes require preheating have food nearby before you open the oven door If the oven door is allowed to remain open for more than a brief time the preheat temperature will be lost NEOVC03 2 BROILING Most foods can be broiled at the HI Broil Setting Select the LO Broll setting to avoid excessive browning or drying of foods that should be cooked to the well done stage such as thick pork chops or poultry Appoooo BROILING TIPS Your oven door should be open to the broil stop position while broiling If the door is closed the food will roast and not broil Useonly the broiler pan and grid that came with your range for broiling They are designed for proper drainage of fat and liquids and help prevent spatter smoke or fire Do not preheat when broiling For even brolling on both sides start the food on a cold pan Trim the outer layer of fat from steaks and chops Slit the fatty edges to keep the meat from curling For maximum juiciness salt the first side just before turning the meat Salt the second side just before serving Brush chicken and fish wi
33. work improper operation of control Be sure knob is pushed in while turning oven OK Element s unplugged Check element connections by removing and re plugging element s firmly Foods cook slowly on the cooktop Improper cookware Use pans that have flat bottoms and a tight fitting lid if applicable Pans should match element size Read the cooktop cooking section for complete information Foods do not bake properly Oven not preheated long Be sure to preheat enough Until notification tone sounds Improper rack or pan place ment Oven vent blocked or covered Improper use of foil Improper temperature setting for utensil used Recipe not followed Improper thermostat calibra tion Range and oven rack not level Maintain uniform air space around pans and utensils see oven cooking section Keep vent area clear Foll use not recommended Reduce temperature 25 degrees for glass or dull darkened pans Is recipe tested and reliable Check oven temperature adjustment pro cedures next page Check the installation section for leveling instructions e See cooking hints section Using Improper cookware Surface works oven stops working and range display is tlashing Let range cool down for one hour
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