KitchenAid KERS507 User's Manual
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1. Replacing the oven light models with light on back wall i Disconnect appliance at main power supply Make sure the oven is cool before replacing the light bulb Remove the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven by screwing it out counter clockwise Remove the light bulb from its socket Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appli ance bulb Replace the bulb cover by screwing it in clockwise Reconnect appliance at main power supply NOTE The oven light will not work during the Self Cleaning cycle 44 Replacing oven lights models with side halogen lights 1 Disconnect appliance at the main power supply Make sure the oven is cool before replacing the light bulb 2 Remove glass light cover by grasping front edge of cover and pulling it away from the side wall of the oven 3 Remove the light bulb from its socket Replace the bulb with another halogen bulb 12 volt 5 watt maximum available at most hardware stores 4 Replace the light cover by snapping it back into wall Reconnect appliance at main power supply NOTE The oven lights will not work during the Self Cleaning cycle sing the Self Cleaning Cycle The Self Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand cleaning the oven interior Like the other functions of your oven you operate the Self Cleaning cycle with the easy to use electronic control To use this cycle properly follow the step by step2. areas e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers They may damage the finish e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly e Do not clean the pan and grid in the Self Cleaning cycle Using and Caring for Your Oven Za WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Oven racks Steel wool pad and e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly warm soapy water OR OR The Self Cleaning e Leave in oven during Self Cleaning cycle cycle NOTE Racks will permanently discolor and become harder to slide if left in oven during the Self Cleaning cycle Apply a small amount of vegetable oil to the side rungs to aid sliding Oven door glass Paper towel and spray Make sure oven is cool glass cleaner e Follow directions provided with the OR cleaner Warm soapy water e Wash wipe with clean water and dry and a nonabrasive thoroughly plastic scrubbing pad Oven cavity Self Cleaning cycle e Wipe up food spills containing sugar as soon as possible after the oven cools down See Using the Self Cleaning Cycle on page 45 e See Using the Self Cleaning Cycle on pages 45 48 43 Using and Caring for Your Oven Using and replacing the oven lighi s Yo ur oven may have a standard oven light or two side halogen lights The oven light s wil To come on when you open the oven door turn the light s on when the oven door is closed press the Oven Light pad on the control panel Press the pad again to turn off the light s
3. baking large quantities of food on more than one oven rack CONVECTION BROIL Use this setting for broiling thick cuts of meat CONVECTION ROAST Use this setting for roast ing and baking on one rack CLEAN Use this setting for self cleaning only DIAGRAM SETTING INFORMATION e The bottom element and outer top element heat up e During baking the elements will turn on and off to maintain the oven temperature e Both top elements heat during Maxi Broil Maximum browning coverage e Only the inner element heats up during Econo Broil Browning coverage in center only e For faster preheating the bottom element and outer top element heat up until oven reaches desired temperature After preheat only the rear element heats up e For even heating the fan at the back of the oven circulates air in the oven cavity e Both top elements heat up e For even heating the fan at the back of the oven circulates air in the oven cavity e The bottom element and outer top element heat up e For even heating and faster cook ing the fan at the back of the oven circulates air in the oven cavity e The bottom element and outer top element heat up 17 Using and Caring for Your Oven Setting the clock 1 Choose Clock Set Example PRESS Kelela YOU SEE SET 2 Set time Example Example oo 3 Start clock PRESS STAR
4. cold oven If you need the Temperature Probe for your cycle settings 5 8 insert probe into food Follow Steps 1 4 in Using the temperature probe on page 24 2 Set Auto Set cycle PRESS AUTO SET Press desired Number pad Example Use the Auto set chart on page 28 as your guide for selecting the correct cycle NOTES e You can change the Auto Set cycle any time before pressing the Start Enter pad by repeating Step 2 3 Start oven PRESS START ENTER NOTE Cycles 1 4 9 0 To see the time when the Auto Set cycle will end press the Stop Time pad Cycles 5 8 To see the internal food temperature selected press the Temp Probe pad When the Auto Set cycle is done End and the time of day will show in the display Four tones will sound followed by one short tone every minute until you open the door remove the probe or press the Cancel Off pad ture settings Auto Set saves you time by limiting the number of pads you have to press when cooking at a favorite setting YOU SEE Example YOU SEE e The cooking setting time or probe temperature will be displayed before you press the Start Enter pad Example For Auto Set 5 YOU SEE Example YOU SEE 27 Using and Caring for Your Oven Auto set chart CYCLE CONVECTION OVEN TIME OR NUMBER CYCLE TEMP PROBE TEMP FOOD OR MEAL 1 Conv Bake 350 F 45min Meal 1 Chicken pieces Fruit crisp Vegetable cas
5. hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury eUse only cookware approved for oven use Follow cookware manufacturer s instructions especially when using glass or plastic cookware Do not store flammable materials on or near the range The fumes could create an explosion and or fire hazard Do not repair or replace any part of the range unless specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician e Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing the range When using the cooktop eMake sure the reflector bowls are in place during cooking Cooking without reflector bowls could sub ject the wiring and components underneath them to damage Do not line reflector bowls with aluminum foil or other liners Improper installation of these liners could result in a risk of electrical shock or fire eSelect a pan with a flat bottom that is about the same size as the surface unit If pan is smaller than the surface unit some of the heating element will be exposed and could result in the igniting of clothing or pot holders Correct pan size also improves cooking efficiency eCheck to be sure glass cookware is safe for use on the range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed cookware are suit able for cooktops without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature eNever leave surface units u
6. instructions in this section AWARNING Burn Hazard Do not touch the oven during the Self Cleaning cycle MNEs area Keep children away from oven during Self Cleaning cycle Do not use commercial oven cleaners in your oven Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns or illness from inhaling dangerous fumes Before you start hand clean gasket 7 Hand clean frame Hand clean door around edge Before you start the Self Cleaning cycle make sure you e Hand clean the areas shown They do not get hot enough during the Self Cleaning cycle for soil to burn away Use hot water and detergent or a soapy steel wool pad for cleaning NOTE DO NOT clean move or bend the gasket Poor cleaning baking and roasting may result e Remove the broiler pan and grid and anything else being stored in the oven e Wipe out any loose soil or grease This will help reduce smoke during the Self Cleaning cycle e Wipe up food spills containing sugar as soon as possible after the oven cools down When sugar is heated to a high temperature in the Self Cleaning cycle the high temperature can cause the sugar to burn and react with the porcelain This can cause staining and etching or pitting Remove the oven racks from the oven if you want them to remain shiny You can clean racks in the Self Cleaning cycle but they will discolor and become harder to slide If you clean racks in the Self Cleaning cycle p
7. set NOTE You cannot open the door when LOCKED is on 46 Using the Self Cleaning Cycle ZZ 2 Set clean time optional If you want a Self Cleaning cycle other than 3 hours press the desired number pads for the new time up to 4 hours Example Example E CLEAN LOCKED e Use 2 hours for light soil e Use 3 4 hours for moderate to heavy soil 3 Set start time Example PRESS START YOU SEE TIME time of day Example Example mass KEER i 4 Complete entry Example PRESS START YOU SEE ENTER When the Self Cleaning NOTE If you want to change the Example cycle starts cleaning time after cleaning has begun YOU SEE repeat Steps 1 4 After the Self Cleaning cycle Example is completed YOU SEE time of d ay CLEAN LOCKED When the oven cools to normal or king roasting temperatures baking roasting temperatures Gime of day 47 To stop the Self Cleaning cycle at any time PRESS CANCEL OFF For best cleaning results e After the oven cools to room tempera ture wipe up any residue or ash witha damp cloth or sponge If any spots remain clean with a mild abrasive cleanser or cleaning sponge e Clean the oven before it gets heavily soiled Cleaning a very soiled oven takes longer and results in more smoke than usual Using the Self Cleaning Cycle When the oven cools to normal Example baking roasting temperature YOU SEE time of day e If the Sel
8. window and wiping out excess food spills prior to self cleaning e Do not use oven cleaners No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven e Before self cleaning the oven remove broiler pan broiler grid oven racks and other cookware Do not use your oven to clean miscellaneous parts unless you are instructed to do so in this Use and Care Guide e Do not clean door gasket It is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub dam age or move the gasket Clean only parts recommended in this Use and Care Guide SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS etting to Know Your Range This section tells you what features your range has and where they are located It also discusses some safety and convenience features that you should know about but which are not needed to operate the range Please review this information before using your range Feature locations QuickSet guide Cooktop light Oven vent Model and serial number A Automatic oven a IP light switch Anti tip WES ESS bracket SS f Broil element not shown Bake element Removable storage drawer containing broiler pan and grid Control panel Left rear Display Right rear Cooktop control knob control knob light switch Left fro
9. you still need assistance or service When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase or installation date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 1 Before calling for service If your appliance should fail to operate review the following list before calling your dealer You could save the cost of a service call PROBLEM Nothing will operate The oven will not operate The surface units will not operate The control knob s will not turn POSSIBLE CAUSE The unit is not wired into a live circuit with proper voltage A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped You have not set the elec tronic control correctly You have programmed a delayed start time A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped You have not plugged in surface units all the way You have not set the control knobs correctly You are not pushing in before turning WHAT TO DO Wire the unit into a live circuit with proper voltage See Installation Instructions Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Refer to the section in this manual describing the function you are operating Wait for the start time to be reached or cancel and reset the controls Replace household fuse or reset circuit b
10. ESS STOP TIME Example E E 6 Complete entry PRESS START ENTER Example YOU SEE Example YOU SEE time of day Example YOU SEE Example YOU SEE time of day Example YOU SEE Example YOU SEE time of day Example YOU SEE 35 When baking roasting is done End and the time of day will show in the display Four tones will sound followed by one short tone every minute until you open the door or press the Cancel Off pad To cancel timed cooking settings PRESS CANCEL OFF Dehydrating You can use your THERMAL CONVECTION oven to dehydrate a variety of foods 1 Prepare food Prepare foods as recommended in recipe 2 Arrange food on drying racks Racks are not included with oven See page 37 to order a dehydration kit which includes racks and a spacer or contact a local store handling specialty cookware 3 Place drying racks in the oven to allow maximum air circula tion around the racks 36 Using and Caring for Your Oven Example YOU SEE time of day Example YOU SEE time of day NOTE To learn detailed information about dehydration refer to a book written specifi cally about dehydrating and or preserving foods NUMBER OF USE OVEN RACKS RACK POSITION 2 racks 2 and 4 3 racks 1 3 and5 Using and Caring for Your Oven Za 4 Position door Dehydration spacer Attach the dehydration spacer which is
11. Oven light specially designed to depress the oven plunger light plunger and maintain the operation of the fan during dehydration The spacer provides a 1 inch gap between the oven frame and the oven door allowing moisture to escape o The dehydration spacer Part No 814166 or the dehydration kit which includes racks and a spacer Part No 4395974 can be ordered from your local KitchenAid dealer or by calling 1 800 422 1230 and following the instructions and telephone prompts you hear Choose Convection Bake setting CONVECTION Example PRESS YOU SEE and hold for 2 seconds Set temperature optional Do this step if you want to set a temperature from 100 F to 200 F other than 140 F Example Example s Bik 7 Start oven Example PRESS START YOU SEE ENTER NOTE If you want to change the dehy drating temperature after dehydrating has begun repeat Steps 4 5 and 6 continued on next page 37 Using and Caring for Your Oven 8 When dehydrating is done turn off oven oe Example YOU SEE me iime of OFF day Raising proofing bread You can use your THERMAL CONVECTION oven to proof bread 1 Put bread in oven NOTE Be sure to close the door 2 Choose Convection Bake setting CONVECTION PRESS YOU SEE and hold for 2 seconds 3 Set temperature Set temperature to 100 F Example Example BR 4 Start oven Example PRESS START YO
12. T If the time has not been entered correctly na three short tones will sound and Err is displayed for 1 second The previous display then reappears Repeat Steps 1 2 and 3 to re enter the time of day Using the kitchen timer The Kitchen Timer does not start or stop the oven It works like a regular kitchen timer It can be set in hours and minutes up to 99 hours 99 minutes or in minutes and seconds up to 99 minutes 99 seconds 1 Choose Kitchen Timer PRESS SET YOU SEE once to eMIN count down ssHR minutes and seconds 18 Using and Caring for Your Oven ZZ PRESS SET YOU SEE twice to MIN count down eeHR hours and i SET minutes SMIN HR 2 Set time Example Example PRESS 3 0 0 Ze YOU SEE Start Kitchen Timer PRESS START es The Kitchen Timer will begin counting down immediately after you press the Start Enter pad When time is up you will hear a single tone that sounds every 5 seconds KITCHEN TIMER PRESS YOU SEE to turn off tone Kakean NOTE To change the end of timer tone to a 4 second tone press and hold the Kitchen Timer Set pad for 4 seconds A short tone will sound to tell you the tone has been changed To cancel the Kitchen Timer KITCHEN TIMER PRESS CANCEL 19 Using and Caring for Your Oven Baking or convection baking 1 Position racks For correct rack placement see Rack positions on page 39 and Rack plac
13. U SEE ENTER 38 Using and Caring for Your Oven 5 When proofing is done turn off oven PRESS CANCEL OFF Cooking tips Baking tips The hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven This results in better baking For best air circulation e Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other wall or n_ on 1 _9u wall or other es a a other pan pan e For best results allow 11 2 to 2 inches of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls e When baking with one pan place pan in the center of the oven rack e When baking with two pans place pans in opposite corners of the oven rack NOTE Oven peeking may cause heat loss longer cooking times and unsatisfac tory baking or roasting results Rely on your timer Example YOU SEE time of day Rack positions a Soo s PNWPU Sa co Your oven has two straight racks and five rack positions Rack position 5 is the highest position or farthest from the bottom of the oven Rack position 1 is the lowest position or closest to the bottom of the oven For proper cooking follow these guidelines e When using one rack place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven e When using two racks place one rack in position 1 and the other rack in position 3 e Use only one cookie sheet in the oven at a time when using the Bake settin
14. _ or installation date for in warranty service Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Range Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety symbols and statements Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of the symbol This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire electrical shock or other injuries AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to persons or damage when using the range follow basic precautions including the following General e Read all instructions before using the range e Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions The range must be installed by a qualified installer The range must be properly connected to electrical supply and grounded e WARNING To reduce the risk of tipping the appliance the appliance must be secured by a properly installed anti tip bracket To check if the bracket is in stalled properly see The anti tip bracket on page 8 e CAUTION Do not store things children might want above the range Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it e Do not leave children alone or unattended in area where the range is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range They could be burned o
15. and turkeys place rack in position 1 closest to oven bottom continued on next page 21 Using and Caring for Your Oven 2 Choose setting CONVECTION PRESS YOU SEE 3 Set temperature optional Do this step if you want to set a tem perature other than 300 F Example Example Hn See convection oven cookbook for temperature recommendations 4 Start oven Example PRESS START YOU SEE ENTER NOTES e After the temperature reaches 170 e If you want to change the roasting the red display will show the actual temperature after roasting has begun oven temperature at each 5 F repeat Steps 2 3 and 4 increase and stop at the set tempera ture To see the set temperature before it is reached press the Convection Roast pad The set temperature will be displayed for 5 seconds 5 After cooking turn off oven Example PRESS CANCEL YOU SEE a time of OFF d ay 22 Using and Caring for Your Oven Adjusting oven temperature Although your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures it may cook faster or slower than your old oven If after using the oven for a period of time you are not satisfied with the baking roasting results you can change the offset temperature by following the steps below The control will remember the selected offset even after the power has been inter rupted or lost 1 Choose Bake setting PRESS and hol
16. avily soiled areas e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers They may damage the finish NOTE Do not allow foods containing acids such as vinegar tomato or lemon juice to remain on surface Acids may remove the glossy finish Also wipe up milk or egg spills when cooktop is cool 13 Using and Caring for Your Cooktop Using and replacing the cooktop light The fluorescent light is on the top of the control panel The cooktop light switch is on the control panel Press it to turn on the cooktop light Press it again to turn light off Replacing the cooktop light 1 Unplug appliance or disconnect at main If the cooktop light still does not work power supply you may need to replace the starter The starter is a knob shaped part located on the right side of the backguard under the light bulb H 2 Flip up the top of the control panel gt 5 i A To remove and replace the starter first remove light bulb Push starter in and turn approximately 90 counterclockwise Pull starter out of recessed area You can find replacement starters at stores that sell fluorescent tubes 4 Close the top panel Plug in appliance or reconnect at main power supply 3 Grasp the fluorescent tube at both ends Turn the tube approximately 90 in either direction until both ends come out of the receptacles Replace with a 20 watt cool white fluorescent tube 14 d Ising and Caring for Your Oven This s
17. d BAKE for 4 seconds Release the Bake pad when a number appears in the temperature display and you hear a tone 2 Set new offset temperature PRESS BAKE Each time you press the Bake pad the displayed temperature will increase by 5 F To decrease the temperature hold down the Bake pad until the display goes past 35 F At that point the display will return to 0 and will then decrease 5 F for every time you press the Bake pad You can set the offset temperature adjustment as low as 35 F or as high as 35 F To determine the amount of adjustment needed see the chart on page 24 3 Enter the adjustment PRESS START ENTER NOTE Do not measure oven temperature with a thermometer Opening the oven door will lower the oven temperature and give you an inaccurate reading Also the thermom eter temperature reading will change as your oven cycles Example YOU SEE 0 the setting shown is set at the factory Adjustment 5 F cooler Example YOU SEE Example YOU SEE time of day 23 Using and Caring for Your Oven How to determine the amount of ADJUST BY adjustment needed TO COOK THIS NUMBER The following chart tells you how much to FOOD OF DEGREES adjust the offset temperature to get the desired cooking results You can determine A little more 5 to 10 Moderately more 15 to 20 cooking results by amount of browning moistness and rising times for baked foods A li
18. d Ise and Care Guide RI VAE CD 4s NB brid ENS Yar Z hN ole KitchenAid FOR THE WAY IT S MADE A Note to You Range Safety Getting to Know Your Range Using and Caring for Your Cooktop Using and Caring for Your Oven Using the Self Cleaning Cycle If You Need Assistance or Service Warranty 1 800 422 1230 Call us with questions or comments KITCHENAID THERMAL CONVECTION Electric Range Model KERS507 PART NO 9780934 Rev A i Note to You Thank you for buying a KITCHENAID appliance KitchenAid designs the best tools for the most important room in your house To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble free operation we developed this Use and Care Guide It contains valuable information concerning how to operate and maintain your new appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card Please record your model s information Whenever you call our Consumer Model Number Assistance Center at 1 800 422 1230 or Serial Number request service for your appliance you need to know your complete model number and Purchase serial number You can find this information Installation Date on the model and serial number plate see Builder Dealer diagram on page 6 for location of plate Please also record the purchase Name a information Address NOTE You must provide proof of purchase Phone _
19. e additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 422 1230 from anywhere in the U S A KitchenAid Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 2692 PART NO 9780934 Rev A 9 96 1996 KitchenAid Registered Trademark TM Trademark of KitchenAid U S A Printed in U S A
20. ection tells you step by step how to operate all oven functions controlled by the electronic control Carefully follow these instructions along with the cooking tips and cleaning information for successful use of your range IN THIS SECTION Using the electronic oven Broiling control Convection broiling Oven settings Timed cooking Setting the clock Dehydrating Using the kitchen timer Raising proofing bread Baking or convection baking Cooking tips Roasting Cleaning your oven and Adjusting oven temperature controls Using the temperature probe Using and replacing the oven Using auto set light s Using the electronic oven control For a quick reference guide on using the electronic oven control see the QuickSet Guide under the cooktop light cover BROIL en EEES mu s Go LL had T C CONVECTION SA CLEAN START STOP TIMER sare sron ROAST AUTO EA SET EA p Taw m SF Ta TIMER a ea Ea CANCEL Thermal oven Convection oven command pads command pads Number pads Display clock Starting an operation e When you first plug in the range a tone will sound and the display will START show 88 88 If after you set the clock ENTER page 18 the display again shows 88 88 your electricity was off for a After programming a function you must while Reset the clock press the Start Enter pad to start the func tion If you do not press the Start Enter pad ties a
21. ement chart on page 40 NOTES e Before turning on the oven always place oven racks where you need them e Be sure rack s is level e Use pot holders or oven mitts to protect hands if rack s must be moved while oven is hot e Do not let pot holder or oven mitt touch hot elements 2 Choose setting PRESS YOU SEE BAKE OR CONVECTION PRESS YOU SEE 3 Set temperature optional Do this step if you want to set a tempera ture other than 350 F for Bake or 325 F for Convection Bake Example Example For Bake me See a reliable cookbook or your convection oven cookbook for temperature recommendations 20 Using and Caring for Your Oven Za 4 Preheat oven Example For Bake PRESS START YOU SEE ENTER NOTE After the temperature reaches 170 F the red display will show the actual oven temperature at each 5 F increase and stop at the set temperature To see the set temperature before it is reached press the command pad you used to choose the cook setting The set temperature will be displayed for 5 seconds 5 Put food in oven NOTE If you want to change the baking temperature after baking has begun repeat Steps 2 3 and 4 6 After cooking turn off oven Example PRESS MRSS aiime of day OFF Roasting 1 Prepare oven Position the rack properly For correct rack placement see Rack positions on page 39 Place food in the oven For large roasts
22. en heat and the best airflow 30 Using and Caring for Your Oven Close door NOTE Do not try to convection broil with the door open The fan will not operate Choose Convection Broil setting CONVECTION Set temperature optional Do this step if you want to set a temperature up to 450 F other than 450 F Example ES ER EE See convection oven cookbook for temperature recommendations Start oven PRESS START ENTER NOTE If you want to change the convec tion broiling temperature after broiling has begun repeat Steps 4 5 and 6 When broiling is over turn off oven PRESS CANCEL OFF YOU SEE Example YOU SEE Example YOU SEE Example YOU SEE time of day 31 Using and Caring for Your Oven Broiling tips Broiling rack positions e Always start broiling with a cold broiler e pan for even results e To retain more natural juice do not pierce meat with a fork e Trim the outer layer of fat from steaks and chops e Slit fatty edges to prevent meat from curling during broiling e Use a nonstick cooking spray or veg etable oil on the broiler pan and grid when broiling fish to prevent sticking Thermal broiling chart Press the Broil pad The recommended rack position is numbered lowest 1 to highest 5 APPROXIMATE RACK TOTAL TIME POSITION TEMPERATURE MINUTES Steak 1 thick e rare e medium e well done Stea
23. f Cleaning cycle does not get the oven as clean as you expected the cycle may not have been set long enough or you may not have prepared the oven properly Set the Self Cleaning cycle longer the next time and hand clean areas noted on page 45 How the cycle works The Self Cleaning cycle uses very high heat to burn away soil and grease During the cycle the oven gets much hotter than it does for normal baking or broiling This high heat breaks up the soil or grease and burns it away Your oven is preset for a 3 hour Self Cleaning cycle However the cycle time can be adjusted to the amount of soil in your oven The cycle can be set anywhere between 2 and 4 hours See Setting the controls on page 46 The graph at the right is representative of anormal 3 hour Self Cleaning cycle Note that the heating stops when the 3 hour setting is up but it takes longer for the oven to cool enough to unlock 48 875 F 468 C CLEANING CYCLE OVEN SHUT OFF normal broiling temperature Temperature DOOR UNLOCKS DOOR LOCKS START 1 2 3 STOP Time In Hours H You Need Assistance or Service Questions or comments Call our toll free Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 422 1230 This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems their causes and actions you can take to solve each problem Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if
24. g continued on next page 39 Bakeware tips e When baking with insulated cookie sheets or baking pans place them in the bottom third of the oven You may need to increase the recommended baking times so test for doneness before removing from the oven e When using ovenproof glassware or dark bakeware reduce the oven tempera ture by 25 F but use the same baking time Because these pans absorb heat producing darker bottom browning and crispier crusts place the rack in the center of the oven When baking pies and bread you can use the temperature suggested in the recipe Rack placement for specific foods For rack positions see Rack positions on page 39 RACK POSITION Frozen pies Angel food and bundt cakes most quick breads yeast breads casseroles meats Cookies biscuits muffins cakes nonfrozen pies Using aluminum foil in the oven For thermal baking Use aluminum foil to catch spillovers from pies or casseroles PEERS eat AIEEE De e Place the foil on the oven rack below the rack with the food Turn foil edges up and 40 Using and Caring for Your Oven make sure foil is about 1 inch 3 cm larger all around than the dish holding the food e Do not cover the entire rack with alumi num foil It will reduce air circulation and cause poor cooking results e Do not line oven bottom or entire oven rack with foil or other liners It could affect the qualit
25. k 11 2 thick e rare e medium Hamburger patties or steaks 1 2 thick or less e medium Lamb chops 1 thick 400 F 18 20 Ham slice 1 2 thick 500 F 10 12 1 thick 500 F 20 22 Pork chops 1 thick 450 F 25 28 Frankfurters 500 F 8 500 F 32 Fish 2 thick 350 F 1 thick 350 F Calves liver v2 thick 350 F RyYR A RL oO oy gt Chicken pieces wo N O Temperatures and times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted to individual tastes 32 Using and Caring for Your Oven Za Timed cooking The electronic clock oven control will turn the oven on and off at times you set even when you are not around Delayed time cooking is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven such as meats and casseroles Do not use delayed time cooking for cakes cookies etc they will not rise properly Before using timed cooking make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day See Setting the clock on page 18 To start baking roasting now and stop automatically 1 Prepare oven Position the oven rack s properly and place the food in the oven For correct rack placement see Rack positions on page 39 and Rack placement chart on page 40 2 Choose setting CONVECTION CONVECTION 3 Set temperature optional Do this step if you want to set a temperature other than the one displayed Example Ee Ea i See a reliable cookbook
26. lace them on the rack guides Heat and odors are normal during the Self Cleaning cycle Keep the kitchen well ventilated by opening a window or by turning on a vent hood or other kitchen vent during the cycle NOTES e Do not block the vent during the Self Cleaning cycle Air must move freely for best cleaning results e Do not leave plastic utensils on the cooktop They may melt e Do not leave any foil in oven during the Self Cleaning cycle Foil could burn or melt and damage the oven surface e The oven lights will not work during the Self Cleaning cycle 45 Using the Self Cleaning Cycle Setting the controls Make sure clock is set to correct time of day See Setting the clock on page 18 To start cleaning immediately 1 Choose clean setting PRE YOU SEE CLEAN A 3 hour Self Cleaning cycle will be set NOTE You cannot open the door when LOCKED is on 2 Set clean time optional If you want a Self Cleaning cycle other than 3 hours press the desired number pads for the new time up to 4 hours Example Example er e Use 2 hours for light soil e Use 3 4 hours for moderate to heavy soil 3 Start oven Example PRESS START YOU SEE ENTER CLEAN LOCKED NOTE If you want to change the cleaning time after cleaning has begun repeat Steps 1 3 To delay clean using start time 1 Choose clean setting YOU SEE PRESS CLEAN A 3 hour Self Cleaning cycle will be
27. mage resulting from accident YEAR LIMITED to correct defects in alteration misuse abuse improper WARRANTY materials or installation or installation not in FROM DATE OF workmanship accordance with local electrical PURCHASE Replacement parts for codes solid state touch control Any labor costs during the limited system to correct warranties defects in materials or Replacement parts or repair labor workmanship costs for units operated outside the United States Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home SECOND Replacement parts for THROUGH the porcelain oven TENTH YEAR cavity inner door if the LIMITED part rusts through due WARRANTY to defects in materials G Repairs to parts y systems caused FROM DATE OF or workmanship by unauthorized modifications made PURCHASE to the appliance 7 95 KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized KitchenAid dealer If you need service first see the If You Need Assistance or Service section of this book After checking If You Need Assistance or Servic
28. mer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action When asking for help or service Please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s com plete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond pro perly to your request Don t forget KitchenAid offers a full line of quality home appliances Built In Refrigerators Freestanding Refrigerators 50 Pound Ice Makers Dishwashers Trash Compactors Hot Water Dispensers Food Waste Disposers Built In Ovens Ranges amp Cooktops Microwave Ovens Washers amp Dryers Mixers amp Blenders For more information on these appliances or the one you have purchased call our toll free Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 422 1230 51 KitchenAid Electric Range arranty LENGTH OF KITCHENAID KITCHENAID WARRANTY WILL PAY FOR WILL NOT PAY FOR ONE YEAR FULL Replacement parts and A Service calls to WARRANTY repair labor costs to Correct the installation of the FROM DATE OF correct defects in range PURCHASE materials or workman Instruct you how to use the ship Service must be range provided by an autho Replace house fuses or correct rized KitchenAid house wiring servicing Ouuer Repairs when range is used in other SECOND Replacement parts for than normal home use THROUGH FIFTH any electric element Da
29. nat tended at high heat settings A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that could ignite a a e Turn pan handles inward but not over other surface units This will help reduce the chance of burns igniting of flammable materials and spills due to bumping of the pan e Grease is flammable Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents Wipe spill overs immediately tN e Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Smother flaming pan on range by covering with a well fitted lid cookie sheet or flat tray Flaming grease outside of pan can be extinguished with baking soda or if available a multipurpose dry chemical or foam type extin guisher e Do not soak removable heating elements in water The element will be damaged and shock or fire could result When using the oven e Always position oven rack s in desired location while oven is cool If a rack must be removed while oven is hot do not let pot holder contact hot heating element in oven Range Safety Z eUse care when opening oven door Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food e Small amounts of formaldehyde and carbon monoxide are given off in the Self Cleaning cycle from fiberglass insulation and food decomposition Significant expo sure to these substances can cause cancer or reproductive harm Exposure can be minimized by venting with a hood or open
30. ne spate ih eae Hae within 5 seconds of programming START TSS SNOrLIONES ee ee will show in the display as a reminder temperature is incorrectly entered 15 Canceling an operation CANCEL OFF The Cancel Off pad will cancel any function except for the Clock Set and Kitchen Timer functions When you press the Cancel Off pad the large display will show the time of day 16 Using and Caring for Your Oven Changing audible signals Audible signals tell you if a function is entered correctly or not They also tell you when a cycle is completed To shut off audible signals during programming PRESS and hold for 4 seconds To shut off all signals except for the end of timer tone PRESS STOP and hold for 4 TIME seconds To change the end of timer tone to a 4 second tone PRESS SET and hold MIN for 4 eeHR seconds A short tone will sound to tell you the signals have been changed Repeat step above to turn the signals back on Using and Caring for Your Oven aki Oven settings This chart tells you when to use each setting It also explains what elements heat up for each setting SETTING BAKE Use this setting for baking and heating casseroles BROIL MAXI ECONO Use this setting for broiling regular sized and smaller cuts of meat poultry and fish CONVECTION BAKE Use this setting for foods which require gentle heating and for baking breads and cakes Use also when
31. nt Electronic Right front control knob oven control control knob Getting to Know Your Range The oven vent a ee vent y wy Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent under the left rear surface unit You can cook on the unit or keep food warm on it while the oven is on The vent is needed for air circulation Do not block the vent by using large pans or covers Poor baking roasting can result Oven NOTE Plastic utensils left over the vent can melt The storage drawer You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean under the range and to check for installation of the anti tip bracket Use care when handling the drawer Removing the storage drawer rp eA A 1 Empty drawer of any pots and pans before removing drawer Use recessed area on top edge of drawer to pull drawer straight out to the first stop Lift front and pull out to the second stop 2 Lift back slightly and slide drawer all the way out AWARNING ANNA eee Burn Hazard Use pot holders when touching items left near oven vent Failure to do so can result in burns Replacing the storage drawer Drawer slide rail 1 Fit ends of drawer slide rails into the drawer guides on both sides of opening 2 Lift drawer front and press in until metal stops on drawer slide rails clear white stops on drawer guides Lift drawer front again to clear second stop and slide drawer closed Getting to Kno
32. num foil Y S SF e A foil tent will slow down surface browning for long term roasting as when roasting a turkey Place tent shaped foil loosely over meat to allow for air circula tion Do not seal foil or meat will be steamed e Use an accurate meat thermometer or temperature probe see page 24 to determine when meat has reached desired degree of doneness Insert the thermom eter or probe into the center of the thickest portion of the meat or inner thigh or breast of poultry For an accurate reading the tip of the thermometer or probe should not touch fat bone or gristle e After reading the thermometer once push it further into the meat 1 2 inch or more and read again If the temperature drops return the meat to the oven for more cooking gt e Check pork and poultry with a thermom eter in 2 3 places to ensure adequate doneness e Poultry and roasts will be easier to carve if loosely covered with foil and allowed to stand 10 15 minutes after removal from the oven e You can reduce roasting times and temperatures for most standard recipes when using the Convection Roast setting See convection roasting chart in your convection oven cookbook for recom mended roasting times and temperatures e Use the convection roasting rack on the broiler pan both included with your range The convection roasting rack rests on the broiler pan not inside it The long side of the rack should be parallel wi
33. oking at the high Each control knob has a Power On Light setting then turn the control knob down to When you use a control knob to continue cooking turn ona surface unit that knob s Power On Light will glow SETTING RECOMMENDED USE HI e To start foods cooking e To bring liquids to a boil MED HI e To hold a rapid boil e To fry chicken or pancakes e For gravy pudding and icing e To cook large amounts of vegetables MED LO e To keep food cooking after starting itona higher setting e To keep food warm until ready to serve Using and Caring for Your Cooktop Cookware tips e Select a pan that is about the same size NOTE Do not leave empty cookware or as the surface unit cookware which has boiled dry on a hot surface unit The cookware could overheat and damage the cookware or surface unit Home canning information Center over surface unit Pan Surface unit e Use the largest surface unit for best results Also use a canner pan which can be centered over the surface unit Large diameter canners pans if not properly e NOTE For best results and greater energy efficiency use only flat bottomed cookware that makes good contact with the surface units Cookware with rounded warped ribbed such as some porcelain centered trap heat and can cause damage enamelware or dented bottoms could to the cooktop cause severe overheating which damages e Start with hot water This reduce
34. open whenever using the oven to broil This allows the oven to maintain proper temperatures If you want to change the broiling temperature after broiling has begun repeat Steps 4 5 and 6 YOU SEE YOU SEE Example YOU SEE Example YOU SEE Example YOU SEE Example YOU SEE Maxi broil Maxi broil Econo broil Maxi broil continued on next page 29 Using and Caring for Your Oven 7 When broiling is done turn off oven Example PRESS CANCEL YOU SEE time of OFF day Variable temperature broiling e If food is cooking too fast or you want the food to broil slower from the start set the broil temperature between 170 F and 325 F 77 C and 163 C These tempera ture settings allow the broil heating element to cycle and to slow cooking The lower the temperature the slower the cooking e Fish and chicken are some foods that may cook better if you use lower broiling temperatures Convection broiling Convection broiling is actually high tempera ture convection roasting Use this setting when broiling thick cuts of meat Results are similar to those you get when using a rotisserie 1 Position rack See Thermal broiling chart on page 32 for recommended rack positions 2 Put food in oven Place food on grid in broiler pan and place in center of the oven rack Turn the pan so the long side is parallel to the oven door for the most ev
35. or your convection oven cookbook for temperature recommendations YOU SEE AWARNING Food Poisoning Hazard Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking Doing so can result in death food poisoning or sickness Example For Convection Roast Example YOU SEE continued on next page 33 Using and Caring for Your Oven 4 Set stop time Example PRESS STOP YOU SEE f TIME ame Example Example s E 5 Start oven PRESS START ENTER When baking roasting is done End and Example the time of day will show in the display Four YOU SEE tones will sound followed by one short tone every minute until you open the door or time of day press the Cancel Off pad To delay start and stop automatically 1 34 Prepare oven Position the oven rack s properly and place the food in the oven For correct rack placement see Rack positions on page 39 and Rack placement chart on page 40 Choose setting Example For Convection CONVECTION CONVECTION Roast STOP TIME Using and Caring for Your Oven 3 Set temperature optional Do this step if you want to set a tempera ture other than the one displayed Example EN ED D See a reliable cookbook or your convection oven cookbook for temperature recommendations 4 Set start time PRESS START TIME Example CE E E 5 Set stop time PR
36. r injured e Do not use the range for warming or heating the room Persons could be burned or injured or a fire could start e Use the range only for its intended use as described in this manual e Do not touch surface units areas near units heating elements or interior surfaces of oven Surface units and heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color Areas near surface units and interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface units areas near units heating elements or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool Other surfaces of the range such as the oven vent opening the surface near the vent opening the cooktop and the oven door and window could also become hot enough to cause burns continued on next page 3 ange Safety e Do not operate the range if it is damaged or not working properly Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range They could ignite if they touch a hot surface unit and you could be burned eUse only dry pot holders Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces could result in burns from steam Do not let pot holder touch hot heating elements Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a pot holder It could catch on fire Keep range vents unobstructed Do not heat unopened containers They could explode The
37. reaker Turn control knobs to OFF and plug surface units in all the way See Replacing on page 12 Push control knobs in before turning to a setting Push control knob s in before turning to a setting continued on next page 49 PROBLEM The Self Cleaning cycle will not operate Cooking results are not what you expected The display is flashing 88 88 F followed by a number shows in the display 50 POSSIBLE CAUSE You have programmed a delayed start time The range is not level The oven temperature seems too low or too high You did not preheat the oven before baking The recipe you are using may need to be altered to improve the taste or appearance of the food The pan used is not the correct type or size There is not proper air circulation around pan when baking Cookware does not fit the surface unit being used There has been a power failure f You Need Assistance or Service WHAT TO DO Wait for the start time to be reached or cancel and reset the controls Level range See Installation Instructions Adjust the oven temperature See Adjusting oven temperature on page 23 Preheat oven when called for in recipe Alter recipe as needed Refer to a reliable cookbook or recipe for recommended pan type and size Allow 1 to 2 inches 4 5 cm of air space on all sides of pan Pan should be the same size or slightly larger
38. s the the cookware and or surface unit time the control is set on high Reduce You can however use the newer heat setting to lowest position needed to cookware available with slightly indented keep water boiling bottoms or very small expansion channels Keep reflector bowls clean for best This cookware is specially designed to heat reflection provide the good contact needed for best e Refer to your canner manual for specific cooking results instructions Also woks canners and teakettles with i flat bottoms suitable for use on your Optional canning kit cooktop are now available in most stores The large diameter of most water bath or that sell housewares pressure canners combined with high heat e The pan should have straight sides and a settings for long periods of time can shorten tight fitting lid the life of regular surface units and cause damage to the cooktop If you plan to use the cooktop for canning we recommend the installation of a Canning e The pan material metal or glass affects Kit Order the kit Part No 242905 from your how fast heat transfers from the surface KitchenAid dealer or call 1 800 422 1230 ee a ea ts fe and follow the instructions and telephone y p S OVS pa om prompts you hear Choose pans that provide the best cooking results e Handles should be made of sturdy heat resistant material and be securely attached to the pan e Choose medium to heavy gauge thick ness pans that are fairl
39. serole Conv Bake 350 F 1hr Meal 2 Macaroni and cheese Baked winter squash Fruit pie Conv Bake 350 F 1 hr 15 min Meal 3 Precooked ham Baked potatoes Quick bread loaf OR Baked potatoes only Conv Bake 375 F 55min Meal 4 Beef stew Scalloped potatoes Frozen fruit pie Conv Roast 300 F 140 F Beef roast rare 6 Conv Roast 300 F 160 F Beef roast medium 7 Conv Roast 300 F 170 Beef roast well Pork roast Meat loaf 8 Conv Bake 325 F 150 F Casseroles 9 Conv Bake 325 F 3hr Pot roast with vegetables 3 lbs 0 Conv Roast 400 F 18min Pizza Broiling NOTE Preheating is not necessary when broiling 1 Position rack See the Thermal broiling chart on page 32 for recommended rack positions 2 Put food in oven Place food on grid in broiler pan and place in center of the oven rack 3 Position door Close the door to the Broil Stop position open about 4 inches 10 cm The door will stay open by itself 28 Using and Caring for Your Oven Za 4 Choose Broil setting PRESS BROIL once for Maxi Broil MAXI e ECONO PRESS twice for Econo Broil ECONO BROIL MAXI ECONO 5 Set temperature optional Do this step if you want to use variable temperature broiling see page 30 Example 7 D See the Thermal broiling chart on page 32 for temperature recommendations 6 Start oven PRESS START ENTER NOTE Leave the door partly
40. temperature recommendations NOTE Do not use the Temperature Probe when broiling or convection broiling continued on next page 25 Using and Caring for Your Oven 9 Start oven Example For Bake PRESS START YOU SEE ENTER NOTES e After the food temperature reaches YOU SEE 100 F the large display will show the actual food temperature at each 5 F increase and stop at the set tempera ture Four short tones will sound when food reaches the set tempera ture The oven then shuts off e If you want to change the probe temperature after cooking has begun repeat Steps 5 6 and 9 AWARNING ANNA eas Burn Hazard Use an oven mitt or pot holder to remove temperature probe Do not touch broil element Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns 10 After cooking unplug probe 11 One short tone will sound every minute to remind you cooking is done until you unplug the Temperature Probe Remove food from oven This prevents overcooking 12 Clean probe 26 Wash with a soapy sponge and dry thoroughly Use a plastic scouring pad to remove cooked on foods You can also clean the probe in a dishwasher Three short tones will also sound Using and Caring for Your Oven Using auto set Auto Set lets you choose from among ten preset oven cooking cycles These cycles store commonly used cooking times cooking temperatures and probe tempera 1 Place food in
41. th the oven door for best heat distribution and airflow NOTE Place the convection roasting rack on the broiler pan with grid to contain the drippings as the meat roasts 41 Using and Caring for Your Oven Cleaning your oven and controls AWARNING Explosion Hazard Do not store flammable materials such as gasoline near this appliance Doing so can result in death explosion fire or burns WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm soapy water Control knobs Sponge and warm soapy water OR Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Control panel Exterior surfaces other than cooktop and control panel Sponge and warm soapy water Broiler pan and grid clean after each use Steel wool pad and warm soapy water 42 HOW TO CLEAN e Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Do not soak e Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers They may damage the finish of the knobs e Replace knobs Make sure all knobs point to OFF e Wash wipe with clean water and dry thoroughly e Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers They may damage the finish e Do not spray cleaner directly on panel Apply cleaner to paper towel NOTE Make sure you have not turned the oven on when cleaning panel If you have press the Cancel Off pad e Wash wipe with clean water and dry thoroughly e Use nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled
42. than surface unit being used Reset the clock See page 18 Call for service See Step 3 on page 51 f You Need Assistance or Service of the items listed in Step 1 e Call KitchenAid Consumer Assistance 1 800 422 1230 One of our trained consultants obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary in your area e If you prefer write to Consumer Assistance Center c o Correspondence Dept Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number 2 If the problem is not due to one WS Center LY can instruct you in how to recommend a qualified service company KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances 2000 North M 63 in your correspondence 3 If you need service e Call your dealer or the repair service he recommends e All service should be handled locally by the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized KitchenAid servicer e If you are unable to obtain the name of a local authorized KitchenAid servicer call our Consumer Assistance Center tele phone number see Step 2 4 If you are not satisfied with the action taken e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Program MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and KitchenAid have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consu
43. top at both front corners until the support rods lock into place 2 Line up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle 2 Wipe with warm soapy water Use a soapy steel wool pad on heavily soiled areas 3 Hold the surface unit as level as possible 3 To lower the cooktop lift cooktop with the terminal just started into the from both sides while pushing the receptacle Push the surface unit terminal support rods back to unlock them into the receptacle Lower the cooktop into place 4 When terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it will go push down the edge of the surface unit opposite the receptacle 12 Using and Caring for Your Cooktop Cleaning your cooktop PART Coil element surface units Porcelain enamel reflector bowls Cooktop surface AWARNING Explosion Hazard Do not store flammable materials such as gasoline near this appliance Doing so can result in death explosion fire or burns WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN No cleaning required e Spatters or spills will burn off e Do not immerse in water Nonabrasive plastic e Wipe off excess spills scrubbing pad and e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly warm soapy water OR OR The Self Cleaning e Place upside down on oven racks in cycle oven during the Self Cleaning cycle Sponge and warm e Wash wipe with clean water and soapy water dry thoroughly e Use nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad on he
44. ttle less 5 to 10 Moderately less 15 to 20 Much less 25 to 35 Using the temperature probe The Temperature Probe is the most accu rate guide to the degree of doneness of meat Use it when baking roasting any type of meat or poultry or cooking casseroles with liquid 1 Insert probe into food Insert the probe into the center of the thickest portion of meat or into the inner thigh or breast of poultry away from fat or bone 2 Put food in oven Place meat on the convection roasting rack place rack on broiler pan and place pan in the center of the oven 3 Connect probe to oven Open the Temperature Probe cover located on the left side of the oven wall Insert plug into jack Keep the top of the probe as far as possible from the heat source 4 Close oven door 24 Using and Caring for Your Oven Za 5 Choose Temperature Probe setting PRESS TEMP YOU SEE PROBE 6 Set temperature optional Do this step if you want to set an internal food temperature from 100 F 200 F other than 160 F Example Example E ae See a reliable cookbook or your convection oven cookbook for internal food temperature recommendations 7 Choose cook setting CONVECTION CONVECTION 8 Set temperature optional Do this step if you want to set an oven temperature other than the one displayed Example 7 A R See a reliable cookbook or your convection oven cookbook for oven
45. w Your Range The aniti tip bracket The range will not tip during normal use However tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti tip bracket properly secured AWARNING Tip Over Hazard Connect anti tip bracket to the range Reconnect anti tip bracket if the range is moved Do not push down on the open oven door Follow the Installation Instructions Do not let children climb onto the oven door Failure to follow these instructions can result in death burns or other injury To verify the anti tip bracket is engaged Rear leveling foot e Remove the storage drawer See page 7 e Look to see if the anti tip bracket is attached to floor with screws e Make sure left rear leveling foot is positioned under the anti tip bracket e See Installation Instructions for further details sing and Caring for Your Cooktop This section tells you how to operate the controls to the cooktop It also includes tips on how to cook with and maintain the cooktop IN THIS SECTION Using the surface units Cleaning your cooktop Cookware tips Using and replacing the Caring for your cooktop cooktop light Fire Hazard Turn off all controls when done Control knobs cooking Push in control knobs before turning them Failure to do so can result in death to a setting Set them anywhere between HI fire or burns and OFF Control setting guide Power on lights For best results start co
46. y lightweight 10 Using and Caring for Your Cooktop Caring for your cooktop Your cooktop is designed for easy care You can do most cleaning with items found around your home Cleaning your cooktop whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and operating like new NOTE Let cooktop cool before cleaning Removing surface units and reflector bowls for cleaning Removing 1 Make sure all surface units are off and 3 Pull the surface unit straight away from cool before removing surface units and the receptacle reflector bowls 2 Lift the edge of the unit opposite the 4 Lift out the reflector bowl See receptacle just enough to clear the Cleaning your cooktop on page 13 reflector bowl for cleaning instructions 11 Using and Caring for Your Cooktop Replacing NOTE Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the cookware on the surface units They also help catch spills When they are kept clean they reflect heat better and look new longer If a reflector bowl gets discolored some of your cookware may not be flat enough or some may be too large for the surface unit In either case some of the heat that s meant to go into or around cookware goes down and heats the reflector bowl This extra heat can discolor it 1 Make sure all surface units are off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls Cleaning under the lift up cooktop 1 Lift front of cook
47. y of your baking Convection baking tips convection bake pad e Do not use aluminum foil when convection baking Aluminum foil may block airflow e Reduce recommended recipe oven temperature by approximately 25 F See recipe adaption chart in your convection oven cookbook for recommended temperatures e For most recipes you can reduce con vection baking time compared to standard baking times See convection baking chart in your convection oven cookbook for recommended baking times NOTE Cooking time may be longer when you use more than one rack e When baking on two or three racks use the Convection Bake setting for more even results You can however use only one rack when Convection Baking e To use three racks during convection baking place racks in position 5 the highest position 3 and 1 the closest to the oven bottom This allows all three racks to be an equal distance apart for better baking e Stagger cake pans or other cookware in opposite directions on each rack when three racks are used Using and Caring for Your Oven Ma Roasting tips e Roast meats fat side up in a shallow pan using a roasting rack e Use a roasting pan that fits the size of the food to be roasted Meat juices may overflow the sides of a pan that is too small Too large of a pan will result in increased oven spatter e Spatter can be reduced by lining the bottom of the roasting pan with lightly crushed alumi
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