Kenmore Pro 36'' Slide-In Ceramic-Glass Gas Cooktop Owner's Manual
Contents
1. High Flame Start most foods bring water to a boil pan broiling Medium Flame Maintain a slow boil thicken sauces gravies steaming Incorrect Low Flame Keep foods cooking poach stewing Never extend the flame beyond For deep fat frying use a thermometer and adjust the surface control knob the outer edge of the utensil A accordingly If the fat is too cool the food will absorb the fat and be greasy If the higher flame simply wastes heat fat is too hot the food will brown so quickly that the center will be undercooked and energy and increases the risk Do not attempt to deep fat fry too much food at once as the food will neither brown of being burned by the gas flame nor cook properly Note Settings are based on using medium weight metal or aluminum pans Settings may vary when using other types of pans The color of the flame is the key to proper burner adjustment A good flame is clear blue and hardly visible in a well lighted room Each cone of flame should be steady and sharp Adjust or clean burner if flame is yellow orange 10 General Care amp Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of Your Cooktop Before cleaning any part of the cooktop be sure all controls are turned OFF and the cooktopis COOL REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE REGULAR CLEANINGS NOW WILL REDUCE THE DIFFICULTY AND EXTENT OF A MAJOR CLEANING LATER Aluminum Trim Pieces amp Vinyl How to Clean Use hot soapy water and a2. Push the left front surface control knob in and turn counterclockwise out of the OFF position 3 Release the knob and rotate to the LITE position Figure 2 Note All electronic surface ignitors will spark at the same time However only the selected surface Burner will lite 4 Visually check that zone A of the left front Burner has lit 5 Continue to rotate the gas control knob counterclockwise past the first j gt _ LO setting to the arrow marked Multi zone B will ignite with two rings of QED Hilo mmi Hi lo of flame Figure 2 6 Visually check that both zones of the Triple Burner are lit 7 When both burners are lit continue to turn the control knob counterclockwise to adjust to the desired flame size for both burners together Note The markings between the 2nd HI and LO settings on the left front control knob adjust the flame size for both zone A 8 B Refer to Figure 2 DO NOT cook with any of the surface control knobs in the LITE position The electronic ignitor will continue to spark if the knob is left in the LITE position Setting Proper Surface Burner Flame Size For most cooking start on the highest control setting and then turn to a lower one to complete the process Use the recommendations below as a guide for determining proper flame size for various types of cooking The size and type of utensil used and the amount of food being cooked will influence the setting needed Flame Size Type of Cooking
3. Sears Parts amp Repair is the recommended repair service for this appliance Never modify or alter the construction of a cooktop by removing panels wire covers or any other part of the product Stepping or leaning on this cooktop can result in serious injuries and may also cause damage to the cooktop Do notallow children to climb or play around the cooktop Storage on Appliance Flammable materials should not be stored on the cooktop near surface burners This includes paper plastic and cloth items such as cookbooks plasticware and towels as well as flammable liquids Do not store explosives such as aerosol cans on the cooktop Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or property damage Ne LL Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above the cooktop Do not leave children alone Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where an appliance is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS GRATES OR AREAS NEAR THESE BURNERS Surface burners may be hot even though the flames are not visible Areas near surface burners may become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they have had sufficienttime to cool Among these areas are the cooktop and the surfaces facing the cooktop Wear Proper Apparel Loose fitting o
4. We Service What We Sell Your Kenmore product is designed manufactured and tested to provide years of dependable operation But like all products it may require service from time to time The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service program affordably priced The Sears Maintenance Agreement Is your way to buy tomorrow s service at today s price Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear and tear Provides phone support from a Sears representative on products requiring in home repair Even if you don t need repairs provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to ensure that your product is in proper running condition Some limitations apply For more information about Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements call 1 800 361 6665 REV 030509 Product Record In this space below record the date of purchase model and serial number of your product You will find the model and serial number printed on the serial plate This serial plate is located under the cooktop See bottom of this page for the serial plate location Model No 790 Serial No Date of purchase Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference Grounding Instructions For personal safety the cooktop must be properly grounded For maximum receptacle safety the power cord must be plugged into an electrical outlet that is correctly polarized and properly gro
5. shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness so these exclusions or limitation may not apply to you This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States and Canada This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Sears Canada inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2B8 Printed in United States Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance Save these instructions for future reference This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given ONAGILTO This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm death or property damage eg le This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage FWA Ne If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHATTO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not tr
6. slide pans across the cooktop surface They may scratch the cooktop surface Do not let pans boil dry Pans that boil dry may permanently damage the cooktop by breaking fusing to ormarkingit This type of damage is not covered by your warranty IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances PROTECTION AGREEMENTS In the U S A Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Kenmore product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time That s when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and pro tect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product Here s what s included in the Agreement M Expert service by our 12 000 professional repair specialists Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs M No lemon guarantee replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months M Product
7. that has boiled dry may melt Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil to line surface burner pans Protective liners or aluminum foil may interfere with heat and air distribution and combustion Damage to the cooktop or personal injury may result Glazed Cooking Utensils Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature Check the manufacturer s recommendations for cooktop use Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner Covers l a burner is accidentally turned on the decorative cover will become hot and possibly melt You will not be able to see that the burneris on Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched Damage may also be done to the cooktop or burners because the covers may cause overheating Air will be blocked from the burner and cause combustion problems GLASS COOKTOPS some models DoNot Clean or Operate a Broken Cooktop If cooktop should break cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock Contact a qualified technician immediately Clean Cooktop with Caution If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area be careful to avoid a steam burn Some cleaners can produce harmful fumes if applied to a hot surface Do Not Place Hot Cookware on Cold Cooktop Glass This could cause glass to break Do not
8. TM Kenmore PRO GAS COOKTOP Use amp Care Guide PARRILLA DE COCINAR A GAS Manual del Usuario Models Modelos 790 3050 gt x gt color number n mero de color Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A P N 318200677 Rev A 0603 www sears com Table of Contents Grounding INStrUCtIONS ooo cece eecceeeeteeeeeeeeeteeeeeees 6 Liquefied Petroleum Propane Gas Conversion 6 Kenmore Appliance Warranty 2 Surface COOKING eaa a ara tia 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS siseses oe Setting Surface Controls wo cceeeeectteeeeeeeneees 8 10 Protection Agreements isinisisi S General Care amp CISARIAG aaa 11 14 Product Record E ye pela OX Before You Call o ae 15 Serial Plate Location ssessesissiississiiserisrrisriserisen O N aces Back Covef Kenmore Pro Appliance Warranty One Year Limited Warranty When installed operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product if this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME eto arrange for free repair If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For five years from the date of purchase when this range is installed operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with this product Sears will replace the following range parts fr
9. burners thoroughly following instructions under General Care amp Cleaning Dust particles in main line Allow the burner to operate a few minutes until flame turns blue In coastal areas a slightly orange flame is unavoidable due to salt air Coarse particles such as salt or sand between cooktop and utensil can cause scratches Be sure cooktop surface and bottoms of utensils are clean before usage Small scratches do not affect cooking and will become less visible with time Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic glass cooktop have been used See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance section under General Care amp Cleaning Cookware with rough bottom has been used Use smooth flat bottomed cookware Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface Do not slide metal utensils on cooktop surface Use ceramic glass cooktop cleaning cream to remove the marks See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance section under General Care amp Cleaning Boilovers are cooked onto surface Use razor blade scraper to remove soil See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance section under General Care amp Cleaning Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic glass cooktop have been used Use recommended cleaners and cleaning method See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance section under General Care amp Cleaning Mineral deposits from water and food Remove using a ce
10. cloth or paper towel Dry with a clean cloth Painted and Plastic Control Knobs Body Pieces and Decorative Trim Control Panel Stainless Steel Chrome Decorative Trim For general cleaning use hot soapy water and a cloth For more difficult soils and built up grease apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil Leave on soil for 30 to 60 minutes Rinse with a damp cloth and dry DO NOT use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials they can scratch or dull the finish Wipe the control panel clean after each use Before cleaning the control panel turn all controls to OFF and remove the control knobs To remove pull each knob straight off the shaft Clean using hot soapy water and a cloth Be sure to squeeze excess water from the cloth before wiping the panel especially when wiping around the controls Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the appliance To replace knobs after cleaning line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft then push the knob into place Clean with hot soapy water and a dishcloth Rinse with clean water and cloth Do not use cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides or chlorines Do not use harsh scrubbing cleaners Only use kitchen cleaners that are especially made for cleaning stainless steel Always be sure to rinse the cleaners off from the surface as bluish stains may occur during heating that cannot be removed Porcelain Enamel Burner Grates Burner Pans
11. e of food being prepared Select a burner and flame size appropriate to the pan ss Never allow flames to extend beyond the outer edge of the pan Operating the Gas Surface Controls 1 Place cooking utensil on surface burner 2 Push the surface control knob down and turn counterclockwise out of the OFF position 3 Release the knob and rotate to the LITE position see figure 2 Note All electronic surface ignitors will spark at the same time However only the burner you are turning on will ignite 4 Visually check that the burner has a flame 5 Turn the control knob counterclockwise to the desired flame size The control knobs do not have to be set at a particular setting Use the knob indicator settings to adjust the flame as needed DO NOT cook with the surface control knob in the LITE position The electronic ignitor will continue to spark if the knob is left in the LITE position Figure 2 NOTE In the event of an electrical power outage the surface burners can be lit manually To light a surface burner hold a lit match to the burner head then slowly turn the surface control knob to LITE After burner lights tum the knob to desired setting Use caution when lighting surface burners manually Surface burner in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally djs Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers spoon holders or plastic wrappings o
12. ed for maintaining the appearance of stainless parts Please refer to the table provided at the beginning of the General Care amp Cleaning section 13 General Care Cleaning contd Cleaning the Cooktop Burner Heads Caps amp Grates The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier Because the gas Burners are sealed cleanups are easier than with conventional burners The cooktop Burner Heads and Caps should be routinely cleaned Keeping the Burner Head Ports clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame Refer to the following instructions THE COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE Do not attempt to remove or lift the cooktop e NUp ale Use caution when replacing the Burner Caps so the Electrodes are not damaged This may cause a delayed ignition or prevent the burner from igniting To Remove and Replace the Surface Burner Caps and Burner Heads Remove in the following order 1st surface Burner Grates 2nd Burner Caps and 3rd Burner Heads Replace in the following order Burner Heads Burner Caps and Burner Grates Do not remove any parts from the cooktop until they have completely cooled and are safe to handle Do not operate the surface Burners without the Burner Caps and Burner Heads properly in place To Clean the surface Burner Caps and Burner Heads Use a soap filled scouring pad or a mild abrasive cleanser to clean the surface Burner Caps and Surface Burner Heads The ports or slots around the B
13. ee of charge if they fail for the reasons below After the first year customer must pay labor cost of installation e Cooktop glass if it fails due to thermal shock e Cooktop elements if they are defective This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship Sears will NOT pay for 1 Expendable items that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts light bulbs and bags 2 A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance 3 A service technician to clean or maintain this product 4 Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product 5 Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose 6 Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product 7 Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Customer s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein Implied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law Sears
14. f the 4 four Burner Heads MUST have a Burner Cap installed to insure proper ignition and gas flame size and must be in place BEFORE placing the Burner Grates See Figure 2 3 Place the 3 cast iron Burner Grates supplied with the range Carefully lift the burner grates onto the cooktop over the burners Properly installed Burner Grates will rest with all Grate legs on the cooktop REMEMBER DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS FOOD CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS OPENING Always keep the Burner Caps and Burner Heads in place whenever the surface burners are in use Setting Surface Controls Control Locations of the Gas Surface Burners Your cooktop is equipped with gas surface burners with different BTU ratings The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the burner size increases a f The small SIMMER burner is best used for simmering delicate sauces etc This burner is located at the right rear burner position on the cooktop The STANDARD burners can be used for most surface cooking needs The 2 burners are located at the left rear and center rear positions The POWER bumer is best used for bringing large quantities of liquid rapidly up to temperature or when preparing larger quantities of food The POWER bumers are located at the right front center front and left front burner positions Regardless of size always select cookware that is suitable for the amount and typ
15. hown in Figure 1 Triple Ring Small Burner Cap Triple Ring Large Burner Caps Triple Ring Burner Head N not removable Burner Grate Burner Cap Burner Head Electrode S Gas Opening Electrode must be located properly in slot of each Burner Head Figure 2 3 000 amp 13 000 BTU Burner Cap Standard ag Standard Burner Head 2 9 500 BTU De Left Rear Burner Cap Gas Opening _ Standard Standard 38 Burner Head 9 500 BTU Ml Burner Cap Burner Cap POWER ear Lom SIMMER Burner Head Gas Opening Burner Head 12 200 BTU 4 5 000 BTU POWER j Center Front Burner Head ES ats Gas Opening 17 200 BTU Extra Large Burner Cap Figure 1 Gas Opening Assembly of the Surface Burner Heads Burner Caps Burner Grates and Flue Covers It is very important to make sure that all of the Surface Burner Heads Surface Burner Caps and Surface Burner Grates are installed correctly and at the correct locations 1 Place all Burner Heads in the correct locations See Figure 1 Make sure that the correct Burner Head is placed with the corresponding Gas opening and that the Electrode is located properly in the slot of each Burner Head See Figure 2 Proper Burner Head placement insures that each Burner will have the correct spark required for surface gas ignition 2 Place the correct Burner Caps at each of the burner locations Each o
16. n top of the range when it is in use These items could melt or ignite Potholders towels or wood spoons could catch fire if placed too close to a flame Ne ile Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat Setting Surface Controls Setting the Triple Burner The Triple Burner has three rings of flame that you can control for two different heat levels one for small and one for large cookware This left front Triple Burner is controlled by the leftmost knob on the control panel Small Cookware Operation Figure 1 Zone A 1 Place a small cooking utensil centered over the left front surface Burner Grate 2 Push the left surface control knob in and turn counterclockwise out of the OFF position See Figure 2 3 Release the knob and rotate to the LITE position Note All electronic surface ignitors will spark at the same time However only the left front Burner will ignite 4 Visually check that zone A of left front burner has lit Adjust the flame size by turning the control knob between the first HI and LO settings DO NOT cook with the surface control knob in the LITE position The electronic ignitor will continue to spark if the knob is left in the LITE position Figure 1 Large Cookware Operation Figure 1 Zone A amp B 1 Place a large cooking utensil centered over the left front surface Burner Grate 2
17. ntenance on page 12 14 Before You Call Solutions to Common Problems Before you call for service review this list lt may save you time and expense The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance OCCURRENCE Surface burners do not light Surface burner flame burns half way around Surface burner flame is orange Scratches or abrasion on cooktop surface Ceramic Glass Cooktop Metalmarks Ceramic Glass Cooktop Brown streaks or specks on ceramic glass cooktop surface Ceramic Glass Cooktop Areas of discoloration with metallic sheen Ceramic Glass Cooktop POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Surface Control knob has not been completely turned to LITE Push in and turn the Surface Control knob to LITE until burner ignites and then turn control to desired flame size Be sure gas supply valve is open Burner ports or slots are clogged With the burner off use a small gauge wire or needle to clean ports or slots Power cord is disconnected from outlet electric ignition models Be sure cord is plugged securely into outlet Electrical power outage electric ignition models Burners can be lit manually See Setting Surface Controls in this Use amp Care Guide Burner ports or slots are clogged With the burner off clean ports and slots with a small gauge wire or needle Moisture is present after cleaning To avoid this occurrence dry the
18. oper cleaning is essential to maintaining your Ceramic glass cooktop Prior to using your cooktop for the first time apply the recommended CookTop Cleaning Creme to the ceramic surface on the web visit www sears com for replacement cooktop cleaner item number 40079 Buff with a non abrasive cloth or no scratch cleaning pad This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking The special cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions Sliding aluminum or copper clad bottom pans on the cooktop can cause metal mark ings on the cooktop surface These marks should be removed immediately after the cooktop has cooled using the cooktop cleaning cream Metal marks can become permanent if not removed prior to future use Cookware cast iron metal ceramic or glass with rough bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop surface Do not slide anything metal or glass across the cooktop Do not use your cooktop as a cutting board or work surface in the kitchen Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop surface without a pan Do not drop heavy or hard objects on the glass cooktop because they may cause it to crack Cleaning Recommendations for the Ceramic Glass Cooktop Na e Before cleaning the cooktop be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL NBI DO NOT use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop The fumes can be hazardous to your health and can chemically damage the ce
19. or Propane L P To avoid serious injury or death any Gas It is shipped from the factory for use with Natural Gas additions changes or conversions required for this If you wish to covert the appliance to LP Gas use the supplied LP appliance to operate with either LP or Natural Gas Gas conversion kit and instructions contained in an envelope must be made by a Sears or other qualified LP service marked FOR LP PROPANE GAS CONVERSION The conversion dealer must be performed by a Sears or other qualified LP service dealer following the supplied instructions Surface Cooking CORRECT INCORRECT Use Proper Cookware uy e Curved and warped pan bottoms Cookware should have Q flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom e Flat bottom and straight sides Pan overhangs unit by more than e Tight fitting lids 2 5 cm 1 e Weight of handle does not tilt Figure 1 pan Pan is well balanced of the cookware See s Figure 1 Be sure to follow the e Pan sizes match the amountof e Heavy handle tilts pan recommendations for using cookware as food to be prepared shown in Figure 2 e Made of material that conducts heat well Note The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best e Easy to clean cooking results E Specialty pans such as lobster pots lt Note Always use a uten
20. r hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces NARUTO NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning Important Safety Instructions Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires Smother the fire with a pan lid or use baking soda a dry chemical or foam type extinguisher When heating fat or grease watch it closely Fat or grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot Use Only Dry Potholders Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let the potholders touch the flame or burners Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a pot holder Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers Buildup of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury Know which knob controls each surface burner Always turn the knob to the LITE position when igniting the burners Visually check that the burner has lit Then adjust the flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil Use Proper Flame Size Adjustflame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of utensil to flame will also improve efficiency Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burne
21. ramic glass cooktop cleaning cream To avoid this occurrence use cookware with clean dry bottoms 15 Get it fixed at your home or ours Your Home For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Call anytime day or night U S A and Canada www sears com WWW sears ca Our Home For repair of carry in items like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call or go on line for the location of your nearest Sears Parts 8 Repair Service Center 1 800 488 1222 Call anytime day or night U S A only www sears com To purchase a protection agreement U S A or maintenance agreement Canada on a product serviced by Sears 1 800 827 6655 U S A 1 800 361 6665 Canada Para pedir servicio de reparaci n Au Canada pour service en francais a domicilio y para ordenar piezas 4 800 LE FOYER e 1 888 SU HOGAR 1 800 533 6937 1 888 784 6427 www sears ca Registered Trademark Trademark Service Mark of Sears Brands LLC Marca Registrada Marca de Fabrica Marca de Servicio de Sears Brands LLC MC Marque de commerce MD Marque d pos e de Sea
22. ramic glass surface For light to moderate soil Apply a few drops of CookTop Cleaning Creme directly to the cooktop Use a paper towel or use a non abrasive plastic type no scratch cleaning pad to clean the entire cooktop surface Make sure the cooktop is cleaned thoroughly leaving no residue For heavy burned on soil Apply a few drops of CookTop Cleaning Creme directly to the soiled area Rub the soiled area using a non abrasive plastic type no scratch cleaning pad applying pressure as needed Do not use the pad you use to clean the cooktop for any other purpose If soils remain carefully scrape soils with a metal razor blade scraper holding scraper at a 30 degree angle to the surface Remove loosened soils with cooktop cleaning cream and buff surface clean IMPORTANT NOTE Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur if you use an abrasive type scratch pad Only use cleaning products that have been specifically designed for ceramic glass cooktop Plastic or foods with a high sugar content These types of soils need be removed immediately if spilled or melted onto the ceramic cooktop surface Permanent damage such as pitting of the cooktop surface may occur if not removed immediately After turning the surface elements OFF wear a hand mitt and use a razor blade scraper or a metal spatula to scrape the soil from the hot surface as illustrated Avoid contact between the mitt and hot surface Allow the cooktop to cool and use
23. replacement if your covered product can t be fixed Y Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request no extra charge M Fast help by phone phone support from a Sears representative on products requiring in home repair plus convenient repair scheduling Y Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations M Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised Once you purchase the Agreement a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service You can call anytime day or night or schedule a service appointment online Sears has over 12 000 professional repair specialists who have access to over 4 5 million quality parts and accessories That s the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for years to come Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today Some limitations and exclusions apply For prices and additional information call 1 800 827 6655 Sears Installation Service For Sears professional installation of home appliances garage door openers water heaters and other major home items in the U S A call 1 800 4 MY HOMEO In Canada Maintenance Agreements Your purchase has added value because you can depend on Sears HomeCentral for service With over 2400 Service Technicians and more than a million parts and accessories we have the tools parts knowledge and skills to ensure our pledge
24. rs If you use a stove top grill on a sealed gas burner it will cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable cur rent standards This can be hazardous to your health Use proper pan size This appliance is equipped with one or more surface burners of different sizes Select utensils having flat bottom large enough to cover the surface burner The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the surface burner to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of utensil to the surface burner will also improve efficiency Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire Exhaust fan ventilation hoods and grease filters should be kept clean Do not allow grease to accumulate on hood or filter Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire When flaming food under the hood turn fan on Refer to hood manufacturer s instructions for cleaning Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward from Edges of Cooktop and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Burners To reduce the risk of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil the handle of the utensil should be positioned so that itis turned inward and does not extend over adjacent surface bumers e Never Leave Surface Burners Unattended at High Heat Settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite ora pan
25. rs Brands LLC Sears Brands LLC
26. sil for its intended griddles and pressure cookers may be purpose Follow manufacturer s instructions used but must conform to the above Some utensils were not made to be used in recommended cookware requirements the oven or on the cooktop Figure 2 Vag NEN ELMO Em Using a wok Woks with flat bottoms suitable for use on your DO NOT use a wok if it is equipped cooktop are available in most cookshop or with a metal ring that extends beyond hardware stores Round bottomed woks witha the burner unit Because this ring support ring that does not extend beyond the traps heat the surface unit and burner unit may also be used The metal ring cooktop surface could be damaged was designed to support the wok safely when it is filled with large amounts of liquids soup making or fat frying Wire trivets Do not use wire trivets Cookware bottoms must be in direct contact with the grates Using the Griddle Before first use e Wash Griddle in hot soapy water Rinse and then dry completely e Apply a thin coat of vegetable oil to the entire surface front and back of griddle e Preheat your oven to 350 F Place the griddle on the upper rack in your oven e Bake griddle for 1 hour at 350 F then turn oven OFF and let cool before removing e The surface may appear to have a tacky feel to it from this seasoning process If desired wash the griddle in hot soapy water rinse well and dry completely After each use e To prevent rus
27. some models Burner Rings some models Cooktop Surface Surface Burners Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots Rinse with a 1 1 solution of clear water and ammonia f necessary cover difficult spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth and then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth or paper towel Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop The holes in the burners of your cooktop must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and a complete even flame Clean the burner holes routinely with a small gauge wire or needle and especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes To remove and replace burner units per your model see instructions under Sealed Burner To clean soak the burners in a 1 1 solution of ammonia and water for 30 to 40 minutes For stubborn stains scrub with soap and water or a mild abrasive cleanser and damp cloth Dry the burners thoroughly in a warm oven for 30 minutes Then replace them making sure they are seated and level DO NOT wash burner units in the dishwasher Ceramic Glass Cooktop See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning and Maintenance in this Use and Care Guide 11 General Care amp Cleaning cont d Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance Consistent and pr
28. the same method for heavy or burned on soils 12 General Care amp Cleaning contd a GA Do not use the following on the ceramic glass cooktop e Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads such as metal and some nylon pads They may scratch the cooktop making it more difficult to clean e Do not use harsh cleaners such as chlorine bleach ammonia or oven cleaners as they may etch or discolor the cooktop Do not use dirty sponges cloths or paper towels as they can leave soil or lint on the cooktop which can burn and cause discoloration ABRASIVE CLEANERS Special Caution for Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Cooking Utensils 1 Aluminum foil Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop Do not use under any circum stances 2 Aluminum utensils The melting point of aluminum being much lower than that of other metals care must be taken when aluminum pots or pans are used Pans that boil dry may permanently damage cooktop by breaking fusing to or marking it PUTA Do NOT use a cooktop cleaner on a hot _ cooktop The fumes can be _ hazardous to your health and can chemically damage the _ ceramic glass surface Do not use commercial oven _ cleaners on any part of the _ cooktop Damage to the finish or parts could result Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel Stainless Steel models only Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts Special care and cleaning are requir
29. ting store in a dry place and keep uncovered e After each use clean with a stiff brush and hot water only e DO NOT CLEAN GRIDDLE IN DISHWASHER e Dry immediately and apply a light coating of vegetable oil to griddle before storing Using the Griddle e Place either side of the griddle centered over the left side gas burners e Preheat the griddle for 5 minutes on medium to medium low setting Slow preheat ensures even heat distribution during the cooking process e DO NOT preheat the griddle on HI setting Preheating on HI may warp the griddle and prevent even heat distribution Always place the griddle on the grate before turning on the burner Fertile Always use potholders to remove the griddle from the grate Allow the griddle to cool before removing Do not set hot griddle on surfaces that cannot withstand high heat such as countertops e 0 9 Be sure the griddle is positioned correctly and is stable before use to prevent hot spills and possible burns 7 Setting Surface Controls Sizes of the Surface Gas Burners Your appliance is supplied with the following 5 different surface gas burners e 1 Simmer Burner 5 000 BTU e 2 Standard Burners 9 500 BTU 1 Triple Ring Burner 3 000 amp 13 000 BTU e 1 Power Burner 12 200 BTU e 1 Power Burner 17 200 BTU When setting up the range for the first time make sure that the correct Burner Heads Burner Caps and Burner Grates are located as s
30. unded DO NOT Operate the cooktop using a 2 prong adapter or an extension cord If a 2 prong wall receptacle is the only available outlet it is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician See the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS packaged with this cooktop for complete installation and grounding instructions Serial Plate Location You will find the model and serial number printed on the serial plate The serial plate is located under the cooktop Please see the illustration for exact location Remember to record the serial number for future reference See Product Record above Serial plate is located under the burner box Grounding Do not under any type wall circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong g Power supply cord with 3 prong grounding plug i IRN Le This appliance is equipped with a 3 prong grounding PEWA RAIS Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged DO NOT use an adapter plug an extension cord or directly into a properly grounded receptacle DO NOT cut or remove remove grounding prong from electrical power cord the grounding prong from this plug Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury fire or death Liquefied Petroleum Propane Gas Conversion This appliance can be used with Natural Gas
31. urner Heads must be routinely Burner Vie Grate cleaned If residue still remains in these ports use a small gauge wire or needle to clean the slots or holes For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burner DO Surface NOT ALLOW SPILLS FOOD CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER Burner MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS ORIFICE HOLDER OPENING ALWAYS keep the surface Burner Caps and Burner Heads in place whenever the gas Burner Burners are in use skirt To Clean the Burner Grates Be sure burners and grates are cool before Orifice you place your hand a potholder cleaning cloths or other material on them The holder cast iron burner grates can be washed in hot soapy water Rinse thoroughly and Figure 1 dry the grates with a cloth don t put them on the cooktop while still wet Be sure the grates are positioned securely over the burners To remove burned on food place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag Add 1 4 cup ammonia and soak for 30 minutes Wash rinse welland dry Anabrasive cleaner can be used for stubborn stains To Clean the Contoured Burner Skirts The burner skirts are attached to the cooktop and are not removable The burner skirt forms a recessed well area located around each burner unit If a spill occurs in one of the well areas be sure the area is cool and blot up spill with an absorbent cloth Rinse with a clean damp cloth and wipe dry To Clean the Ceramic Glass Cooktop See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Mai
32. y to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e Ifyou cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer servicer or the gas supplier Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using the cooktop Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the cooktop Never allow children to play with packaging material Do not remove the model serial plate attached to the cooktop Proper Installation Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 latest edition and CAN CGA B149 2 and the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 latest edition and local code requirements Install and or adjust only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this cooktop In case of an emergency know how to disconnect the electrical power to the appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box and how to turn off the gas supply at the main shutoff valve User Servicing Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the cooktop
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search