Kenmore 30'' Electric Cooktop - Black Owner's Manual
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1. Center Rear Single Element Control Knob Left Rear Single Element Control Knob Left Front Single Element Control Knob Right Front Single Hot Surface A Element Control Indicator Lights 7 NN Knob Model 790 4530 Right Front Single 5 Radiant Element Left Rear Turbo Boil Single Radiant Element Left Front Single Radiant Element Setting Surface Controls About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the glass The design of the ceramic cooktop outlines the area of the surface element underneath Make sure the diameter of the pan matches the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop Heat is transferred up through the surface of the cooktop to the cookware Only flat bottom cookware should be used The type and size of cookware the number of surface elements in use and their settings are all factors that will affect the amount of heat that will spread to areas beyond the surface elements The areas surrounding the elements may become hot enough to cause burns About the Radiant Surface Elements The element temperature rises gradually and evenly As the temperature rises the element will glow red To maintain the selected setting the element will cycle on and off The heating element retains enough heat to provide a uniform and consistent heat during the off cycle For energy efficient cooking turn off the element several2. ul General Care amp Cleaning Cleaning Recommendations for the Ceramic Glass Cooktop ANN Before cleaning the cooktop be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL IA VAN Te 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 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 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 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 them with a metal razor blade scraper holding scraper at a 30 degree angle to the surface Remove loosened soils then apply a few drops of 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 da
3. Figure 2 If these items melt on the cooktop they will damage the ceramic cooktop Figure 3 Using Turbo Boil Element The Turbo Boil feature offers a higher wattage surface radiant element Turbo Boil will bring food items to boil much quicker and may be used when preparing larger quantities of food The cooktop graphics will be clearly marked with this feature Figure 4 General Care amp Cleaning Cleaning Your Cooktop Before cleaning any part of the cooktop be sure all controls are turned OFF and the cooktop is COOL REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE REGULAR CLEANINGS NOW WILL REDUCE THE DIFFICULTY AND EXTENT OF A MAJOR CLEANING LATER Surfaces Painted and Plastic Control Knobs Body Parts and Decorative Trim Stainless Steel Chrome parts Decorative Trim Cooktop Ceramic Glass Cooktop How to Clean 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 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
4. frequently so the grease from cooking vapors does not accumulate on the hood or filter e Do Not Use Decorative Surface Element Covers If an element is accidentally turned on the decorative cover will become hot and possibly melt Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched Damage may also be done to the appliance Do Not 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 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 or marking it 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 productive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances Serial Plate Location You will find the mo
5. allowed to become too hot e Use Only Dry Potholders Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let the potholders touch hot heating surface units Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a potholder e Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers Buildup of pressure may cause the container to burst and result in injury IMPORTANT Do not attempt to operate the cooktop during a power failure If the power fails always turn off the cooktop If the cooktop is not turned off and the power resumes the cooktop will begin to operate again Food left unattended could catch fire or spoil IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP e Know which knob controls each surface unit e 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS under the hood turn fan on Refer to hood manufacturer s instructions for cleaning PIT Use Proper Pan Size This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the surface heating unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper re
6. be sure to rinse the cleaners off from the surface as bluish stains may occur during heating that cannot be removed See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance in this Use amp Care Guide Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance Consistent and proper 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 markings 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 El _ ul
7. for ceramic glass cooktop cleaning in the General Care amp Cleaning section and Before You Call checklist section of this Use and Care Guide NOTE Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off even at the HI setting This helps to prevent damage to the ceramic cooktop Cycling at the HI setting is normal and will mostly occur if the cookware is too small for the radiant element or if the cookware bottom is not flat For information concerning cookware refer to use proper cookware on page 7 of this Use and Care Guide Setting Surface Controls General Cooktop Information Use the table below to determine the correct setting for the kind of food you are preparing The low settings are used to simmer and keep larger quantities of foods warm such as stews and soups The lowest simmer settings are ideal for delicate foods and melting chocolate or butter Note The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results Recommended Settings Table for Single Dual and Bridge Surface Elements Setting Type of Cooking HI High Start most foods bring water to a boil pan broiling 5 8 Medium high Continue a rapid boil fry deep fat fry 5 Medium Maintain a slow boil thicken sauces and gravies steam vegetables 2 4 Medium low Keep foods cooking poach stew LO 2 Low Keep warm melt simmer Use Proper Cookware CORRECT INCORRECT Cookware s
8. harm death or property damage This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage e Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the appliance 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 National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 latest edition and local code requirements Install only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this appliance In case of an emergency know how to disconnect the electrical power to the appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box 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 Sears Parts amp Repair is the recommended repair service for this appliance Never modify or alter the construction of an appliance by removing panels wire covers or any other part of the product PVN Ce Stepping or leaning on this cooktop can result in serious injuries and may also cause damage to the cooktop Do not allow children to climb or play around the cooktop e Storage on Appliance Fl
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11. Use amp Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado English Espa ol Models Modelos 790 4510 790 4530 790 4550 Kenmore Electric Cooktop Parrilla de Cocinar El ctrica Color number n mero de color P N 318205612A 1301 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www kenmore com www sears com as Table of Contents General Cooktop Information ssseecseeceeseseeeseeees 7 o as ra Na 2 Use Proper Cookware sessessesesseseossssescssoesessssessesoesesessess 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ceeeeeeeeees 3 4 Operating the Single Radiant Surface Elemenis 8 Serial Plate LOCATION ococonconconcoonconnonnnonnoncnonccocnnnnonnnonnons 4 General Care amp Cleaning ocmonooncncocconcconconccnnonncos 9 10 Product Recorded darian ostia aasauss 4 Cleaning Your Cooktop occoconccccconconononaconcnnonacononnonacononnono 9 Cooktop FEAtures ccsscssencssscecsnssvasesensstcdoccnsseseesenssesoesenases 5 Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance 9 Setting Surface Controls aoccoccocnconononnnononnnnnnononncnacon conos 6 9 Cleaning Recommendations for Ceramic Glass 10 About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop coocooononmononoomo 6 Before You Call s csssssssssssssosstscasesssnseseansseconseesassessanssosetianssns 11 About Radiant Surface Elements ooooocnoncocioncononacnnnnnnos 6 Notes ia 12 Locations of the Radiant Surface Element and Protection Agreements ssccs
12. ammable materials should not be stored near surface units 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 or near the appliance Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or property damage Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above the appliance e 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 e DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR THESE SURFACES Surface units may be hot even though they are dark in color Areas near surface units 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 sufficient time to cool Among these areas are the cooktop and areas facing the cooktop e Wear Proper Apparel Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces WWA NINE Never use your appliance for warming or heating the room e 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 e When heating fat or grease watch it closely Fat or grease may catch fire if
13. and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking Each surface element provides a constant amount of heat at each setting A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area 3 When cooking has completed turn the surface control knob to OFF before removing the cookware Note The Hot Surface Indicator light will come on when the control knob is turned on and will continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level that will not cause burns if the area is touched The light may remain on even though the controls are turned OFF Note See Table on page 7 for recommended control settings Figure 1 0000 Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off A hot surface indicator light will come on and will continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before the indicator light has turned off Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers spoon holders or plastic wrappings on cooktop when it is in use These items could melt or ignite Potholders towels or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements e NU lo Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass cooktop
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16. del and serial number printed on the serial plate Please see the illustration for The serial exact location Remember to plate is record the serial number for located future reference See Product under the Record below cooktop Cooktop Features READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE COOKTOP A NL lo The Cooking Zones may appear to be cool while turned ON and after they have been turned OFF The glass surface may be HOT from residual heat transferred from the cookware and burns may occur Right Rear Single Radiant Element Right Rear Single Element Left Rear Single _ Control Knob Radiant Element Left Rear Single Element Control Knob Left Front Single Element Control Knob Left Front Single __ Radiant Element F Right Front Single Element Control Knob Hot Surface Indicator Lights Right Front Single Radiant Element Model 790 4510 _ Right Rear Single Radiant Element Right Rear Single Element Left Rear Turbo Control Knob Boil Single kadrini element Left Rear Single Element Control Knob Left Front Single Element Control Knob Right Front Single Left Front Single Element Control Knob Radiant Element Hot Surface Indicator Lights Right Front Single Radiant Element Model 790 4550 _ Right Rear Single Radiant Element Center Rear Single Radiant amp Element Right Rear Single Element Control Knob
17. hould have wy w flat bottoms that make S E a pa 7 good contact with the A ere 5 i i F Curved and warped pan bottoms entire surface heating AU tT w element Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware See Figure E 1 Be sure to follow the Figure 1 recommendations for using cookware as shown food to be prepared and the to the right size of the surface element _ gt Made of material that e conducts heat well Pan is smaller than the element Easy to clean Always match pan diameter to element surface diameter EA Flat bottom and straight sides E a Tight fitting lids Weight of handle does not tilt ate pan Pan is well balanced Pan overhangs unit by more than Pan sizes match the amount of one half inch Note The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results e e e Heavy handle tilts the pan Setting Surface Controls Operating the Single Radiant Surface Elements The 30 cooktop models has 4 single radiant surface elements and the 36 cooktop model has 5 single radiant surface elements To Operate the Single Radiant Surface Elements l Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface element 2 Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction to the desired setting Figure 4 Turn the knob to adjust the setting if desired Start most cooking operations on a higher setting
18. lationship of utensil to the surface unit will also improve efficiency e Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward from Edges of Cooktop and Should Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units To reduce the risk of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at a Hi Heat Settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite or a pan that has boiled dry may melt Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil to line any part of the appliance Only use aluminum foil as recommended for baking if used as a cover placed on the food Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire or short circuit Glazed Cooking Utensils Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for range top service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature Check the manufacturer s recommendations for cooktop use 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 Model No 790 Serial No Date of purchase Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference e Ventilating hood The ventilating hood above your cooking surface should be cleaned
19. mage such as pitting of the cooktop surface may occur if not removed immediately After turning the surface elements OFF use a razor blade scraper or a metal spatula with a mitt and scrape the soil from the hot surface as illustrated Allow the cooktop to cool and use the same method for heavy or burned on soils Do not use the following on the ceramic glass cooktop N Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads such as metal and some nylon pads They BLEACH 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 CE e 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 scournc E aos ABRASIVE CLEANERS Special Caution for Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Cooking Utensils e Aluminum foil Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop Do not use under any circumstances Aluminum utensils Since the melting point of aluminum is 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 10 OCCURRENCE Entire cooktop does not operate Surface element does not heat Surface element too hot or not hot enough Food not heating evenly Scratches or abrasions on Ceramic glass c
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21. minutes before cooking is complete This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process Locations of the Radiant Surface Elements and Controls Your cooktop is equipped with radiant surface burners with different wattage ratings The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the element wattage increases The radiant surface elements are located on the model 790 4510 as follows e Two 6 inch radiant elements located at the left front and right rear positions e Two 9 inch radiant elements located at the left rear and right front positions The radiant surface elements are located on the model 790 4550 as follows e Two 6 inch radiant elements located at the left front and right rear positions e One 9 inch Turbo Boil radiant element located at the left rear position e One 12 inch radiant element located at the right front position The radiant surface elements are located on the model 790 4530 as follows e Two 6 inch radiant elements located at the left front and right rear positions e One 7 inch radiant element located at the center rear position One 9 inch Turbo Boil radiant element located at the left rear position One 12 inch radiant element located at the right front position Location of the Radiant Surface Elements and Controls Model 790 4510 Model 790 4550 Model 790 4530 NOTE Please read detailed instructions
22. ooktop surface Metal marks on Ceramic glass cooktop surface Brown streaks and specks on Ceramic glass cooktop surface Areas of discoloration on Ceramic glass cooktop surface Before You Call POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped Check reset breaker or replace fuse If the problem is a circuit overload have this situation corrected by a qualified electrician Wiring connection is not complete Call 1 800 4 MY HOME for service see back cover Power outage Check house lights to be sure Call your local electric company for service No power to the appliance Check steps under Entire Cooktop Does Not Operate in this Before You Call checklist Too low heat setting Turn control to a slightly higher setting until element comes on Incorrect control is on Be sure to use correct control for the element to be used Incorrect control setting Raise or lower setting until proper amount of heat is obtained Dial markings are an indicator of relative heat settings and will vary slightly Voltage is incorrect Be sure appliance is properly connected to the specified power source If you are not sure about this requirement call 1 800 4 MY HOME for service see back cover Lightweight or warped pans were used Be sure to use proper cookware Use only flat bottom evenly balanced medium or heavyweight cookware Heavy and medium weight pans heat evenly Because lightweight pans heat une
23. osits from water and food Remove using a ceramic glass cooktop cleaning creme To avoid this occurrence use cookware with clean dry bottoms n Notes PROTECTION AGREEMENTS 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 The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product Here s what the Agreement includes M Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use not just defects Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty No deductibles no functional failure excluded from coverage real protection M Expert service by a force of more than 10 000 authorized Sears service technicians which means someone you can trust will be working on your product M Unlimited service calls and nationwide service as often as you want us whenever you want us M No lemon guarantee replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months M Product replacement if your covered product can t be fixed vi Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request no extra charge M Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution phone
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25. tions supplied with the product 9 Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product a 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 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 limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States or Canada This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2C3 Printed in China 2 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 ENDE This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily
26. venly foods may burn easily Lightweight or warped pans were used Be sure to use proper cookware Use only flat bottom evenly balanced medium or heavyweight cookware Heavy and medium weight pans heat evenly Because lightweight pans heat unevenly foods may burn easily Incorrect control setting Raise or lower setting until proper amount of heat is obtained Coarse particles such as salt or sand between cooktop and utensils 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 in this Use and Care Guide 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 a ceramic glass cooktop cleaning cream to remove the marks See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance in this Use and Care Guide Boilovers have cooked onto surface Use razor blade scraper to remove soil See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance in this Use and Care Guide Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic glass cooktop have been used Use recommended cleaners and cleaning method See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance in this Use and Care Guide Mineral dep
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