Kenmore 790.4055 User's Manual
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1. To purchase a protection agreement on a product serviced by Sears 1 800 827 6655 U S A 1 800 361 6665 Canada Para pedir servicio de reparacion Au Canada pour service en frangais a domicilio y para ordenar piezas 1 800 LE FOYER 1 888 SU HOGAR 1 800 533 6937 1 888 784 6427 www sears ca Registered Trademark Trademark Service Mark of Sears Brands LLC O Marca Registrada Marca de F brica Marca de Servicio de Sears Brands LLC MC Marque de commerce MP Marque d pos e de Sears Brands LLC Sears Brands LLC2. TM Kenmore PRO ELECTRIC COOKTOP PARRILLA DE COCINAR ELECTRICA Models Modelos 790 4055 790 4056 Color number n mero de color www sears com Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A P N 318203613 Rev A 0804 Table of Contents Operating the Dual Surface Element ee 9 WAITANY ooo OE E EEEE TE A E ET 2 Operating the Bridge Surface Element ee 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 4 General Care amp Cleaning ooooccccnnnnnccncccncnnnncccconnnnnnnnnos 11 12 Serial Plate Location oooooococoonncnoooooonnncnonoonnnnnnnncnnnnnnnnnnnos 4 Cleaning Various Parts of Your Cooktop n 11 AA Patil EEE madd es A 4 Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance 11 12 Surface Cooking ooococonnccnooocnnnnnonononnnonnncnononnnnnncnnnnnnnnnnnnos 5 Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel 12 Setting Surface Controls oooooccnonococcccnonononnncnnnnonononononos 6 10 Before You Call t s sess essccneseeeeacuoseevvnsigetereesavsgetiieensene 13 General Cooktop Information conooooocnnnccicoocccnnnnnnonnns 6 NOLES iced heel eee lied eevee navies nti thant aladdin 14 The Electronic Surface Element Controls ESEC 7 Protection Agreements ccececceeeseeeeeteeesstreeeennees 15 Operating the Single Radiant Surface Elements 8 Sears Services ccc chsh iii 16 Kenmore Elite Limited Warranty When installed operated and maintained acco
3. Figure 3 Multi indicates that both inner and outer coils will heat Figure 4 You may switch between settings at any time during cooking Figure 1 To Operate the Bridge Surface Element 1 Place correctly sized cookware on the Bridge surface element i 2 Push in and turn the control knob as shown in Figure 3 to heat the front Figure 3 portion of the Bridge element for normal shaped cookware or in Figure 4 for Single Setting larger or rectangular shaped cookware 3 Turn the knob to adjust the setting if needed Start most cooking operations on a higher setting 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 Please note that not all cookware will fit the Bridge element correctly 4 When cooking has completed turn the surface control knob to OFF before removing the cookware Note The HE message will appear in the display after turning the control knob to OFF if the cooktop is still hot and Figure 5 remain on until the heating surface area has cooled sufficiently The message Front portion only may remain on even though the controls are turned OFF Note See Table on previous page for recommended control settings The BRIDGE element may also be used in combination with the left rear single element See Figure 7 Bec
4. product warranty period expires Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today Some limitations and exclusions apply For prices and additional information in the U S A call 1 800 827 6655 call Sears Canada at 1 800 361 6665 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 or Canada call 1 800 4 MY HOME vi Expert service by a force of more than 10 000 authorized product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months M Product replacement if your covered product can t be fixed K Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request phone support from a Sears representative on all products M Power surge protection against electrical damage due to Acuerdos maestros de protecci n Enhorabuena por haber hecho una compra inteligente Su nuevo producto Kenmore est dise ado y fabricado para brindarle a os de funcionamiento _ fiable Pero como cualquier producto puede necesitar mantenimiento preventivo o reparaciones peri dicas Es por eso que tener un Acuerdo maestro f El Acuerdo maestro de protecci n tambi n sirve para prolongar la durabilidad _ de su nuevo producto El acuerdo incluye lo siguiente gal Piezas y mano de obra necesarias para contribuir a mantener el funcionamiento adecuado de los productos utilizados en condiciones normales de uso no s lo en caso
5. 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 several 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 30 cooktop as follows See Figure 1 One small 6 inch radiant element located at the right rear position e One dual 9 or 12 inch radiant element located at the right front position e Two 7 inch radiant elements located at both the left front and rear positions One mid position radiant element located between left front and rear elements Connects with front element to form Bridge element The radiant surface elements are located on the 36 cooktop as follows See Figure 2 Two small 6 inch radiant elements located at the right and center rear posit
6. HI High Start most foods bring waterto aboil pan broiling 5 8 Mediumhigh Continue a rapid boil fry deep fat fry Note The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results 5 Medium Maintain a slow boil thicken sauces and gravies steam vegetables 2 4 Mediumlow Keep foods cooking poach stew LO 2 Low Keep warm melt simmer The electronic surface element control ESEC The Electronic Surface Element Control ESEC includes digital display windows The ESEC provides a numeric digital setting for the radiant surface element positions on the cooktop These settings work the same way as normal knob setting indicators work except the settings are displayed in digital windows Figs 1 thru 4 The available ESEC Display Settings The ESEC control provides various heat levels from Hi Fig 2 to Lo Fig 4 and OFF Fig 1 The settings between 9 5 and 3 0 decrease or increase in increments of 5 2 The settings between 3 0 and 1 2 are Simmer settings which decrease or increase in increments of 2 1 5 to Lo Figure 4 lowest Simmer setting for more precise settings at lower heat levels Use the Recommended Surface Setting Chart to determine the Fig 3 Fig 4 correct setting for the kind of food you are preparing Control knobs shown are typical only ESEC Power Failure Indicator Message PF When the range is first plugged in or when the power sup
7. a clean cloth Painted and Plastic For general cleaning use hot soapy water and a cloth For more difficult soils and built Control Knobs Body Parts up grease apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil Leave on soil for 30 to 60 and Decorative Trim 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 Stainless Steel Chrome Clean with hot soapy water and a dishcloth Rinse with clean water and cloth Do not parts use cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides or chlorines Do not use harsh Decorative Trim Cooktop 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 Ceramic Glass See Ceramic Glass Cooktop in this Owner s Guide Cooktop ag Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance es 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 he
8. ahorrarle dinero y molestias 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 Sears service technicians which means someone you can trust will be working on your product 4 Unlimited service calls and nationwide service as often as you want us whenever you want us M No lemon guarantee replacement of your covered no extra charge M Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution Think of us as a talking owners manual power fluctuations E 250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer Y Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised vi 10 discount off the regular price of any non covered repair service and related installed parts 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 cancel for any reason during the product warranty period we
9. 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 e Aluminum foil Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop Do not use under any circumstances e 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 Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel some models Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts Special care and cleaning are required for maintaining the appearance of stainless parts Refer to the General Care amp Cleaning table for detailed cleaning instructions 12 Before You Call OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Entire cooktop does not House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped Check reset breaker or replace fuse operate 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 Surface element does No power to the appliance Check steps under Entire Cooktop Does Not Operate in this not heat Before You Call checklist Too low heat setting Turn control to a slightly higher
10. de defectos de los productos Nuestra cobertura va mucho m s all que la garant a del producto No se aplican deducibles ni exclusiones por fallas del funcionamiento es decir verdadera protecci n Servicio t cnico por expertos m s de 10000 t cnicos autorizados de Sears lo cual significa que quien repare o realice el mantenimiento de su producto ser un profesional de confianza Servicio t cnico a escala nacional y n mero ilimitado de llamadas de solicitud de servicio t cnico se puede poner en contacto con nosotros cuantas veces lo desee y cuando lo desee Garant a sin sorpresas se reemplaza el producto cubierto por el acuerdo si ocurren cuatro o m s fallas del producto en un periodo de 12 meses Reemplazo del producto en caso de que no se pueda reparar el producto cubierto por el acuerdo Revisi n anual preventiva de mantenimiento del producto puede solicitarla en cualquier momento sin costo alguno R pida asistencia telef nica la cual denominamos Soluci n r pida es decir asistencia telef nica a trav s de cualquiera de nuestros representantes de Sears sobre cualquiera de nuestros productos Piense en nosotros como en un manual parlante del usuario Protecci n contra fallas el ctricas contra da os debidos a fluctuaciones de la corriente el ctrica 250 al a o para cubrir cualquier posible deterioro de alimentos que haya tenido que desechar debido a una falla mec nica de cualquiera de nue
11. injuries and may also cause damage to the cooktop Do not allow children to climb or play around the cooktop Storage on Appliance Flammable materials should not be stored near surface units This includes paper plastic and cloth items such as cookbooks plastic ware 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 Nati lel Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above the appliance 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 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 e 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 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 NANI Never use your appliance for warming or heating the room Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires Smother the f
12. 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 9 Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product Ooahwhd 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 Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2B8 Printed in United States 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 atte
13. NGLE radiant surface elements the RIGHT REAR position and the LEFT REAR position and the center rear position on the 36 model only The left rear element may also be used with the Bridge element Figures 1 and 2 Figure 1 Figure 2 To Operate the Single Radiant Surface Elements 1 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 3 3 Turn the knob to adjust the setting if desired Start most cooking operations on a higher setting 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 4 When cooking has completed turn the surface control knob to OFF before removing the cookware Note The HE message will appear in the display after turning the Figure 3 control knob to OFF if the cooktop is still hot and remain on until the heating surface area has cooled sufficiently The message may remain on even though the controls are turned OFF Note See Table on previous page for recommended control settings Nel Radiant surface elements may appear to be cooled after they have been turned OFF HE Hot Element message will turn ON and will continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderat
14. a light coating of vegetable oil to griddle before storing Using the Griddle Place either side of the griddle centered over the left side gas burners Preheat the griddle for 5 minutes on medium to medium low setting Slow preheat ensures even heat distribution during the cooking process s DO NOT preheat the griddle on HI setting Preheating on HI may warp the griddle and prevent even heat distribution Nell Always place the griddle on the cooktop before turning on the element Ne Will Always use potholders to remove the griddle from the cooktop Allow the griddle to cool before removing Do not set hot griddle on surfaces that cannot withstand high heat such as countertops Nel Be sure the griddle is positioned correctly and is stable before use to prevent hot spills and possible burns 5 e Setting Surface Controls General Cooktop Information 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
15. ause these elements have 2 different controls one element can be used to cook while the other element may be used to keep food warm Radiant surface elements may appear to be cooled after they have been turned OFF HE Hot Element message will turn 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 HE message has turned OFF NEO 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 Wie Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass cooktop If these items melt on the cooktop they will damage the ceramic cooktop 10 Figure 4 Bridge Setting Figure 6 Front amp Middle portions Figure 7 Front amp Middle plus Left Rear 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 cooktop is COOL REMOV SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE REGULAR CLEANINGS NOW WILL REDUCE TH DIFFICULTY AND EXTENT OF A MAJOR CLEANING LATER Surfaces Howto Clean Aluminum Trim Pieces Use hot soapy water and a cloth or paper towel Dry with
16. ductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances Serial plate is located under the burner box 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 Surface Cooking Use Proper Cookware Cookware should have flat bottoms that make S good contact with the entire surface heating element Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware See Figure 2 Be sure to follow the recommendations for using cookware as Figure 2 CORRECT Tt Ff Flat bottom and straight sides Tight fitting lids Weight of handle does not tilt pan Pan is well balanced Pan sizes match the amount of food to be prepared and the size of the surface element Made of material that INCORRECT Curved and warped pan bottoms al lee e Pan overhangs unit by more than one halfinch gt be e Pan is smaller than the element shown in Figure 1 conducts heat well Easy to clean Always match pot diameter to element surface diameter Note The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results Heavy handle t
17. e 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 Product Record 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 FOR GLASS COOKTOP ONLY 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 notslide pans across the cooktop surface They may scratch the cooktop surface e 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 1d 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 pro
18. e level The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched until the HE message goes off IEAI 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 Neill Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass cooktop If these items melt on the cooktop they will damage the ceramic cooktop Setting Surface Controls Operating the Dual Surface Radiant Element The cooktop is equipped with a dual radiant surface element located at the right front See Figures 1 amp 2 positions Single and Multi on the control knob area are used to indicate which coil of the dual radiant element will heat Single indicates that only the inner coil will heat Figure 3 Multi indicates that both inner and outer coils will heat Figure 4 You may switch z between settings at any time during cooking Figure 1 Figure 2 To Operate the Dual Surface Element 1 Place correctly sized cookware on the dual surface element 2 Push in and turn the control knob as shown in Figure 3 for smaller cookware or in Figure 4 for larger cookware 3 Turn the knob to adjust the setting if needed Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower sett
19. he surface unit The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the surface heating unit to direct contact and may resultin ignition of clothing Proper relationship of utensilto the surface unit will also improve efficiency 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 Hit Heat Setting Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite or a pan that has boiled dry may melt e 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 Ventilating hood The ventilating hood above your cooking surface should be cleaned frequently so the grease from cooking vapors does not accumulate on the hood or filter Serial Plate Location You will find the model and serial number printed on the serial plat
20. ic 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 Metal marks on Ceramic Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface Do not slide metal utensils on glass cooktop surface 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 Brown streaks and Boilovers have cooked onto surface Use razor blade scraper to remove soil See Ceramic specks on Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning amp Maintenance in this Use and Care Guide glass cooktop surface 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 Areas of discoloration Mineral deposits from water and food Remove using a ceramic glass cooktop cleaning on Ceramic glass creme To avoid this occurrence use cookware with clean dry bottoms cooktop surface 13 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 i ee gt i _ de protecci n podria
21. ilts the pan Figure 1 Using Woks For ceramic glass cooktop models use only flat bottomed woks without support rings Cedo DO NOT use a wok if it is equipped with a metal ring that extends beyond the surface element Because this ring traps heat the surface element and cooktop surface could be damaged Wire trivets Do not use wire trivets Cookware bottoms must be in direct con these situations could damage the tact with the surface cooking areas glass ceramic cooktop a Nn ao 8 No DO NOT use two sur face cooking areas if your appliance is not equipped with a bridge element to heat one large pan such as a roaster or griddle DO NOT allow We cooking utensils to boil dry Either of L Using the Griddle Before first use e Wash Griddle in hot soapy water Rinse and then dry completely Apply a thin coat of vegetable oil to the entire surface front and back of griddle Preheat your oven to 350 F Place the griddle on the upper rack in your oven Bake griddle for 1 hour at 350 F then turn oven OFF and let cool before removing 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 To prevent rusting store in a dry place and keep uncovered After each use clean with a stiff brush and hot water only DO NOT CLEAN GRIDDLE IN DISHWASHER s Dry immediately and apply
22. ing 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 4 When cooking has completed turn the surface control knob to OFF before removing the cookware Note The HE message will appear in the display after turning the control knob to OFF if the cooktop is still hot and remain on until the heating surface area has cooled sufficiently The message may remain on even though the controls are turned OFF Note See Table on previous page for recommended control settings Figure 3 Figure 4 Single Setting Dual Setting Dual Radiant heating areas on ceramic smooth top shown in black Setting Surface Controls Operating the Bridge Surface Radiant Element The cooktop is equipped with a BRIDGE surface element located at the left front and middle See Figures 1 amp 2 positions The Bridge can be used when cooking with rectangular like a griddle or oval shaped cookware The element will maintain an even temperature setting across both portions of the Bridge If needed for normal cookware the Bridge element can work like a single element without the Bridge See Figure 5 Single and Mult on the control knob are used to indicate which portion of the bridge element will heat Single indicates that only the front protion will heat
23. ions One dual 9 or 12 inch radiant element located at the right front position Two 7 inch radiant elements located at both the left front and rear position One mid position radiant element located between left front and rear elements Connects with front element to form Bridge element 30 Cooktop Location of the Radiant Surface Elements and Controls Figure 1 36 Cooktop Location of the Radiant Surface Elements and Controls Figure 2 NOTE Please read detailed instructions 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 5 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 LO 2 settings are used to simmer and keep larger quantities of foods warm such as stews and soups The lower settings are ideal for delicate foods and melting chocolate or butter Setting Type of Cooking
24. ire with a pan lid or use baking soda a dry chemical or foam type extinguisher w 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 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 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 Know which touch pad controls each surface unit 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 Important Safety Instructions 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 t
25. lp 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 11 General Care amp Cleaning Cleaning Recommendations for the Ceramic Glass Cooktop Ne e Before cleaning the cooktop be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL FIZ fe 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 a
26. ntion to these symbols and follow all instructions given WATE This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm death or property damage ee 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 e Proper Installation Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with National Electrical Code ANSINFPA 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 Stepping or leaning on this cooktop can result in serious
27. ply to the range has been interrupted the ESEC control will display the message PF Power Failure See Fig 5 After a few seconds the PF message will disappear from the display ESEC Hot Element Indicator Message HE After using any of the single or dual radiant element positions the cooktop will become very hot Even after turning the control knob to OFF the cooktop will remain hot for some time The ESEC control monitors the temperature of the cooktop and displays the message HE hot element warning when the cooktop is still too hot to touch See Fig 6 If the HE message appears in the window the control can still be turned ON again for use Fig 6 ESEC Error Indicator Message Er Control knob shown is An error message will be displayed glowing Er at power up or after a power failure if typical only ANY of the surface control knobs were left in the ON positions See Fig 7 If a power failure should occur be sure to set all of the surface control knobs to the OFF position This will reset the surface controls Once the surface controls have been set to the OFF positions the surface controls should return to Er normal operation lf the surface controls do not function and the Er message remains in any display after following these procedures contact your authorized servicer for assistance Fig 7 Setting Surface Controls Operating the Single Radiant Surface Elements The cooktop has 2 or 3 SI
28. rding to all instructions supplied with the product if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME to arrange for free repair For five years from the date of purchase if the cooktop glass fails due to thermal shock or the cooktop elements are defective call 1 800 4 MY HOME to arrange for free part replacement After the first year from purchase date you must pay the labor cost of part installation This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship Sears will NOT pay for 1 Cracks in a ceramic glass cooktop that are not a result of thermal shock Stains and scratches on a ceramic glass cooktop resulting from accident or improper operation or maintenance Expendable items that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts light bulbs and bags Aservice technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance Aservice technician to clean or maintain this product Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to the all instructions supplied with the product 7 Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose 8 Damage to
29. rea 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 soils with a metal razor blade scraper holding scraper at a 30 degree angle to the surface TN 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 damage 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 illus trated 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 Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads such as metal and some N nylon pads They may scratch the cooktop making it more difficult to clean BLEACH 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
30. setting until element comes on Incorrect control is on Be sure to use correct control for the element to be used Surface element too hot Incorrect control setting Raise or lower setting until proper amount of heat is obtained Dial or not hot enough 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 unevenly foods may burn easily Food not heating evenly 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 Scratches or abrasions Coarse particles such as salt or sand between cooktop and utensils can cause scratches on Ceramic glass Be sure cooktop surface and bottoms of utensils are clean before usage Small scratches cooktop surface do not affect cooking and will become less visible with time Cleaning materials not recommended for ceram
31. stros refrigeradores o congeladores cubiertos por este acuerdo Devoluci n de gastos de alquiler de electrodom sticos si la reparaci n de su producto asegurado toma m s que el tiempo prometido 10 de descuento aplicable tanto a los costos del servicio de reparaci n como de las piezas instaladas relacionadas que no hayan quedado cubiertos por este acuerdo _ Una vez que haya realizado el pago de este acuerdo bastar una simple llamada telef nica para concertar una visita de servicio Puede llamar a _ cualquier hora del d a o de la noche o bien concertar una visita de servicio por Internet The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase If you ae _ La adquisici n del Acuerdo maestro de protecci n es una inversi n exenta de will provide a full refund Or a prorated refund anytime after the f riesgos Si por cualquier motivo decide cancelar dicho acuerdo durante el periodo de garant a del producto le haremos un reintegro total del valor O bien i un importe proporcional si cancela el acuerdo en cualquier otro momento _ posterior al vencimiento del periodo de garant a del producto Adquiera hoy mismo su Acuerdo maestro de protecci n _ Algunas limitaciones y exclusiones podr an aplicarse Para solicitar Coverage in Canada varies on some items For full details precios e informaci n adicional llame al 1 800 827 6655 en los EE UU La cobertura en Canad var a en el caso de algunos ar
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