Kenmore 790.75602 Range User Manual
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1. allow children to play with packaging material Proper Installation Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 latest edition or in Canada CAN CGA B149 1 and CAN CGA B149 2 and the the National Electrical Code ANSUNFPA No 70 latest edition or in Canada CSA Standard C22 1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and local code requirements Install only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this range Ask your Sears dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an authorized Sears repair service Know how to disconnect the power to the range at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency 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 This may reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the range Never modify or alterthe construction of a range by removing leveling legs panels wire covers anti tip brackets screws or any other part of the product WARNING All ranges can tip Injury to persons could result Install anti tip device packed with range See Installation Instructions PnXTSSDJ To reduce the risk of tipping the range must be secured by properly installed anti tip bracket provided with the range To check ifthe bracketis instal2. and the amount of food being cooked will influence the setting needed for cooking Flame Size Type of Cooking High Flame Start most foods bring water to a boil pan broiling Medium Flame Maintain a slow boil thicken sauces gravies steaming LowFlame Keep foods cooking poach stewing For deep fat frying use a thermometer and adjust the surface control knob accordingly If the fat is too cool the food will absorb the fat and be greasy If the fatis too hot the food will brown so quickly that the center will be undercooked Do not attempt to deep fat fry too much food at once as the food will neither brown nor cook properly These settings are based on using medium weight metal or aluminum pans with lids 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 Before Setting Oven Controls OVEN VENT Rack A positions Oven Vent Location The oven vent is located below the backguard When the ovenison warm air is released through this vent This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results DO NOT BLOCK THE VENT Arranging Oven Racks ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL PRIOR TO OPERATING
3. is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS AREAS NEAR THESE BURNERS OVEN BURNERS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE OVEN Both surface and oven burners may be hot even though 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 sufficient time to cool Among these areas are the cook top surfaces facing the cook top the oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings oven door and window 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 Do NotUse 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 potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let potholders touch hot heating burners Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a potholder DoNot Heat Unopened Food Containers Buildup of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to be stored or discarded IMPORTAN
4. storage lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down 20 Care amp Cleaning Changing the Oven Light On some models the oven light automatically turns on when the door is opened tant Some models have a switch located on the control panel to turn on the light The oven lightis located at the rear of the oven and is covered with a glass shield held by a wire holder The glass shield must be in place whenever the oven is in use Wire To replace the oven light Holder 1 Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the range Press wire holder to one side to release the glass shield Replace bulb with a new 40 watt appliance bulb Replace glass shield over bulb and snap wire holder into place Turn power back on again at the main source or plug the range back in The clock will then need to be reset To reset see Setting the Clock and Minute Timer in this Use amp Care Guide OaAkwn NEAT Be sure the range is unplugged and all parts are COOL before replacing oven light Wear a leather faced glove for protection against possible broken glass 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 Care amp Cleaning table for detailed cleaning instructions Adjusting Your Oven Temperature Your oven control has been precisely se
5. until the desired baking time appears in the display 7 Theoven will turn on and begin heating To Program Oven for a Delayed Start Time and to Shut Off Automatically 1 Be sure that the clock shows the correct time of day 2 Place the food in the oven m TON af USS p o H 3 Press e 4 Within 5 seconds press the A or V The display will show 350 F 177 C By holding the A or V the temperature can then be adjusted in 5 F 1 C increments 5 Press s 0 00 will flash in the display 6 Pressthe A or w until the desired baking time appears 7 Press ez The earliest possible stop time will flash in the display 8 Pressthe A or Ww until the desired stop time appears in the display 9 Once the controls are set the control calculates the time when baking will start in order to finish at the time you have set 10 The oven will turn on at the delayed start time and begin heating When the Set Bake Time Runs Out a END will appear in the display window and the oven will shut off automatically b The control will beep 3 times every 60 seconds until is pressed To Change the Oven Temperature or Bake Time after Baking has Started 1 Press the function pad you want to change 2 Pressthe A or V to adjust the setting FTT Use caution with the Timed Bake feature to cook cured or frozen meats and most fruits and vegetables Foods that can easily spoil such as milk eggs fish meat or poultry shou
6. 2 Press and hold for 3 seconds Loc will appear in display the Door Locked indicator light will flash and the motor driven doorlock will begin to close automatically DO NOT open oven door while the indicator light is flashing Allow about 15 seconds for the oven door to lock Once the oven door is locked the current time of day will appear in the display and hold for 3 seconds The control will unlock the oven door and resume normal Tocancelthe lockoutfeature press operation Note If any control pad is pressed while in the Oven Lockout mode Loc will appear in the display until the control pad is released 11 Setting Oven Controls Benefits of Convection Cooking Some foods cook up to 35 faster saving time and energy Multiple rack baking No special pans or bakeware needed Convection Cooking Convection cooking uses a fan to circulate the oven s heat uniformly and continuously within the oven This improved heat distribution allows for fast even cooking and browning results It also gives better baking results when using two racks at the same time Heated air flows around the food from all sides sealing in juices and flavors Meats and poultry cooked with Convection cooking are crispy brown on the outside while staying moist and tender on the inside Breads and pastries brown more evenly Most foods baked in a standard oven can be cooked faster and more evenly with Convection co
7. 7 When broiling is finished press Ea NIIN Should an oven fire occur close the oven door and turn off the oven If the fire continues use a fire extinguisher DO NOT put water or flour on the fire Flour may be explosive 14 Setting Warmer Drawer Controls Arranging Warmer Drawer Warm amp Ready Drawer Rack Positions The rack can be used in 2 ways Inthe upright position to allow low profile food items to be placed both under and on top of the rack for example rolls or biscuits on top of the rack and a casserole dish under Inthe downward position to allow you to place light weight food items and empty dishware for example rolls or pastries and dinner plates Set the warmer drawer rack as illustrated Use the warmer drawer to keep hot foods hot such as vegetables gravies meats casseroles biscuits and rolls pastries and heated dinner plates The warmer drawer is equipped with a catch which may require extra force when opening and closing the drawer To Operate the Warmer Warm amp Ready Drawer Your range is equipped with a warmer drawer The purpose of the warmer drawer is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature Always start with hot food It is not recommended to heat cold food in the warmer drawer All food placed in the warmer drawer should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil to maintain quality Do not use plastic wrap to cover food Plastic may melt onto the drawer a
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9. Clean and LOCK light will continue to glow 2 Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the LOCK light has gone out the oven door can be opened 3 If End is in the display and the Clean indicator remains on press rax The time of day will appear in the display NOTE When the oven is cool wipe away any residue or powdered ash with a damp cloth or paper towel Stopping or Interrupting a Self Cleaning Cycle If it becomes necessary to stop or interrupt a self cleaning cycle 1 Press ra 2 Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the LOCK light has gone out the oven door can be opened 3 Restart the self clean cycle once all conditions have been corrected PYTH To avoid possible burns use care when opening the oven door after the self cleaning cycle Stand to the side ofthe oven when opening the door to allow hot air or steam to escape FTT DO NOT force the oven door open This can damage the automatic door locking system Use caution and avoid possible burns when opening the door after the self cleaning cycle has completed The oven may still be VERY HOT 18 Care amp Cleaning Surfaces How to Clean Aluminum Trim Pieces amp Vinyl Use hot soapy water and a cloth Dry with a clean cloth Glass Painted and Plastic Body Parts Control Knobs and Decorative Trim Pieces For general cleaning use hot soapy water and a cloth For more difficult soils and built up grease a
10. Kenmoref GAS RANGE Use amp Care Guide ESTUFA A GAS Manual del Usuario Model Nos 790 75602 E 790 75604 790 75609 X Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A P N 316258016 0107 WWW Sears com Table of Contents Free Standing Range Warranty Product Record IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Grounding Instructions and Serial Plate Location Range Features Setting Surface Controls Before Setting Oven Controls Oven Control Functions Setting Oven Controls Setting Warmer Drawer Controls Self Cleaning Care amp Cleaning Adjusting Your Oven Temperature Before You Make a Service Call Sears Service Espa ol nin Free Standing Range Warranty FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS SLAM LANA 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 an serial plate This serial plate is located on the right side of the oven front frame in the storage or warmer drawer compartment See page 5 of this Use amp Care Guide for the serial plate location Model No 790 s Serial No Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference WANA If within one year from the date of installation any part fails to function properly due to a defect in material or workmanship Sears w
11. Set self clean cycle for a longer cleaning time Flames inside oven or smoking from vent Excessive spillovers in oven This is normal especially for pie spillovers or large amounts of grease on the oven bottom Wipe up excessive spillovers before starting the self clean cycle If flames or excessive smoke are present stop the self clean cycle and follow the steps under Stopping or Interrupting the Self Clean Cycle in the Self Cleaning section 23 HS For repair of major brand appliances in your own home no matter who made it no matter who sold it 1 800 4 MY HOME Anytime day or night 1 800 469 4663 U S A and Canada www sears com WWW Sears ca For repair of carry in products like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center 1 800 488 1222 Anytime day or night U S A only www sears com For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself call Sears PartsDirect 1 800 366 PART 6am 11p m CST 7 days a week 1 800 366 7278 U S A only www sears com partsdirect To purchase or inquire about a Sears Service Agreement or Sears Maintenance Agreement 1 800 827 6655 U S A 1 800 361 6665 Canada 7 a m 5 p m CST Mon Sat 9 a m 8 p m EST M F 4 p m Sat Para pedir servicio de reparaci n a Au Canada pour service en francais domicilio y para ordenar piezas 1
12. T ELECTRIC IGNITION MODELS ONLY Do not attemptto operate the oven during a powerfailure If the powerfails always turn off the oven If the oven is not turned off and the power resumes the oven will begin to operate again Once the power resumes reset the clock and oven function IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FORUSING YOUR COOKTOP IA WARNING Use Proper Flame Size Adjust flame 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 Know which knob controls each surface burner Place a pan of food on the burner before turning it on and turn the burner off before removing the pan Always turn knob to the full LITE position when igniting top burners Visually check that burner has lit Then adjust the flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward 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 it is turned inward and does not extend over adjacent surface burners Never Leave Surface Burners Unattended at High Heat Settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite or a pan that has boil
13. THE OVEN Always use oven mitts when using the oven Removing amp Replacing Oven Racks To remove pull the rack forward until it stops Lift up front of rack and slide out To replace fit the rack onto the guides on the oven walls Tilt the front of the rack upward and slide the rack back into place Arranging Oven Racks with 6 Rack Positions To bake on a single rack place the rack on position 3 or 4 To bake on 2 racks place the racks on positions 3 and 5 RECOMMENDED RACK POSITIONS FOR BROILING BAKING amp ROASTING Food Rack Position Broiling meats chicken or fish 1 20r3 Cookies cakes pies biscuits amp muffins 3o0r4 Frozen pies angel food cake yeast bread 5 casseroles small cuts of meat or poultry Turkey roast or ham 6 Note Always use caution when removing food from the lower rack positions Oven Control Functions READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN For satisfactory use of your oven become familiar with the various functions of the oven as described below OFF CANCEL PAD Used to clear any UP and DOWN ARROW PADS Used along with the function previously entered except the time of function pads to select oven temperature cook time CLOCK SET PAD day and minute timer Push OFF CANCEL to stop time when programming an automatic stop time Used to set the time of stop cooking Also the OFF CANCEL pad is time of day clean time and minute timer day used
14. ables and rolls use the high setting astiics MED Refrain from opening the warmer drawer while in use to eliminate loss of heat from Empty Dinner Plates LO the drawer 15 Setting Warmer Drawer Controls Removing and Replacing Warmer Drawer Warmer Warm amp Ready Drawer Indicator Light The indicator light is located above the warmer drawer thermostat control It turns on when the control is set and stays on until the control isturned off The warmer drawer is inoperable during the self clean cycle The indicator light will not come on during the self clean cycle Pull up with finger Push down with finger Figure 2 To Remove and Replace Warmer Warm amp Ready Drawer To Remove Warmer Drawer a 2 3 5 Turn power off before removing the warmer drawer Open the drawer to the fully opened position Locate glide lever on each side of drawer pull up on the left glide lever and push down on the right glide lever see figure 1 Pull the drawer away from the range To Replace Warmer Warm amp Ready Drawer Pull the bearing glides to the front of the chassis glide see figure 2 Align the glide on each side of the drawer with the glide slots on the range Push the drawer into the range until levers click approximately 2 Pull the drawer open again to seat bearing glides into positi
15. ace burner head in place whenever a surface burner is in use THE COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE Do not attempt to remove or lift the cooktop EXOT Use caution when replacing the burner cap so the electrode is not damaged This may cause a delayed ignition or prevent the burner from igniting NEMO Any additions changes or conversions required in order for this appliance to perform satisfactorily must be made by an authorized Sears Service Center To Remove and Replace Oven Door To Remove Oven Door 1 Openthe door 2 Remove screws located on the inside of the oven door near the hinges A one on each side 3 Close the door to the quarter open position Grasp the door firmly on both sides and lift up and off the hinges 4 Toclean oven door follow the instructions provided in the Care amp Cleaning table A To Replace Oven Door 1 Be sure the hinge arms are in the quarter open position Be careful if pulling the hinges m open by hand The hinges may snap back against the oven frame and could pinch fingers 5 2 Hold the door at the sides near the top Insert the hinge arms into slots at the bottom of the door 3 Hinge arms must go into the range slots evenly The hinge arms should be inserted into the bottom corners of the door as far as they can go 4 Ifthe door is not in line with the oven frame remove it and repeat the above steps PAZI The door is heavy For safe temporary
16. any for service Surface burners can be lit manually See Setting Surface Controls Be sure gas supply is turned on Oven light some models does not work Burned out or loose bulb See Changing the Oven Light some models to replace or tighten the bulb 22 OCCURRENCE Before You Call Solutions to Common Problems POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Oven smokes excessively during broiling Meattoo close to the broil burner Reposition the rack to provide more clearance between the meat and the broiler Meat not properly prepared Remove excess fat from meat Slash remaining fatty edges to prevent curling but do not cut into the lean Broiler pan used without insert or insert covered with foil DO NOT use the broiler pan without the insert or cover the insert with foil Broiler drawer needs to be cleaned Excessive smoking is caused by a build up of grease or food spatters If the broiler is used often clean on a regular basis Broiler drawer is open Drawer door should be closed when broiling Oven Control Errors This oven is equipped with a state of the art electronic oven controller Among its many features is a full time oven circuit diagnostics system The controller constantly monitors its internal circuitry as well as several crucial oven circuits to insure they are all operating correctly If at any time one of these systems fails the controller will immediately stop operation and beep continuous
17. d hold the A to increase the time in 10 minute increments The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes Note If you press the WV first the timer will advance to 11 hours and 59 minutes 3 Thedisplay shows the timer count down in minutes until one minute remains Then the display will count down in seconds TIMER 4 When the settime has run out the timer will beep 3 times It will then continue to beep 3 times every 60 seconds until 2 is pressed Note The minute timer does not start or stop cooking It serves as an extra timer in the kitchen that will beep when the set time has run out The minute timer can be used alone or during any of the other oven functions When the minute timer is in use with any other function the minute timer will be shown in the display To view other functions press the pad for that function To Change the Minute Timer while it is in use While the timer is active and shows in the display press and hold the AX or WV to increase or decrease the time To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out Press ES 10 Setting Oven Controls To Set or Change the Temperature for Baking The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170 F to 550 F 65 C to 287 C To Set the Controls for Baking 1 2 Press e appears in the display Within 5 seconds press the A or M The display will show 350 F 177 C By pressing an
18. d holding the A or wW the temperature can then be adjusted in 5 F 1 C increments As soonasthe A or Vis released the oven will begin heating to the selected temperature When the displayed temperature reaches the desired baking temperature the control will beep 3 times E To cancel the baking function press To Change the Oven Temperature after Baking has Started E 2 Press e and make sure the bake temperature is displayed Press the A or V to increase or decrease the set temperature To Set Control for Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving The oven control has a built in 12 Hour Energy Saving feature that will shut off the oven if the control is left on for more than 11 hours and 59 minutes The oven can be programmed to override this feature for continuous baking To setcontrol for continuous baking 1 2 Press Qiz 0 00 will appear in the display Press and hold Hii down for 5 seconds until tone is heard hr will appear in display for continuous cooking The current time of day will return to the display Tocancelthe Continuous Bake function press EA and hold for 5 seconds until tone is heard 12hr will appear in display indicating that the control has returned to the 12 Hour Energy Saving feature 8 To Set Control for Oven Lockout The control can be programmed to lock the oven door and inactivate the oven controls To set Control for Oven Lockout feature 3
19. e kept away from the high heat of the broiler Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil Exposed fat and grease could ignite Cold temperatures can damage the electronic control When using the appliance for the first time or when the appliance has not been used for an extended period of time be certain the unit has been in temperatures above 32 F 0 C for at least 3 hours before turning on the power to the appliance IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire Pay particular attention to the area underneath each surface element Do not allow grease to accumulate Refer to the range manufacturer s instructions for cleaning Kitchen cleaners and aerosols Always follow the manufacturer s recommended directions for use Be aware thatexcessresidue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and injury SELF CLEANING OVENS Cleanintheself cleaning cycle only the parts listed in this Use amp Care Guide Before self cleaning the oven remove the broiler pan and any utensils or foods from the oven Do Not Use Oven Cleaners No commerc al oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven Do Not Clean Door Gasket The door gasket is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the gasket Important Safety Instructions Groundin
20. eaning Clean any soil from the oven frame the door liner outside the oven door gasket and the small area at the front center of the oven bottom These areas heat sufficiently to burn soil on Clean with soap and water 17 Self Cleanin Konimorel To Start the Self Clean Cycle For satisfactory results use a 2 hour self clean cycle for light soils and a 3 hour cycle for average or heavy soils NOTE The kitchen area should be ventilated using an open window ventitlation fan or exhaust hood during the first self clean cycle This will help eliminate the normal odors associated with the first self clean cycle To Set the Controls for a Self Clean Cycle 1 Be sure the clock shows the correct time of day 2 Press ea appears in the display 3 Press the A until 3 00 appears in the display for a 3 hour cycle or press the V until 2 00 appears in the display for a 2 hour cycle 4 Assoonasthe A or WW isreleased CLn appears in the display 5 As soon as the controls are set the motor driven lock will begin to close automatically and the LOCK indicator light will flash DO NOT open the door while the light is flashing it takes about 15 seconds for the oven door to lock 6 The LOCK light will glow until the cleaning cycle is completed or cancelled and the oven temperature has cooled When the Self Clean Cycle is Completed 1 The time of day or End will appear in the display window and the
21. ed dry may melt Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil to line surface burner pans or oven bottom except as suggested in this manual Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or fire 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 sudden change in temperatures Check the manufacturer s recommendations for cooktop use IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN Use Care When Opening Oven Door or Warmer Drawer Stand to the side of the range when opening the door of a hot oven Let hot air or steam escape before you remove or replace food in the oven Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed The oven vent is located below the backguard Touching the surfaces in this area when the oven is operating may cause severe burns Also do not place plastic or heat sensitive items on or near the oven vent These items could melt or ignite Placement of Oven Racks Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool If rack must be moved while oven is hot use extreme caution Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition Do not let potholders contact the hot heating elements in the oven Remove all utensils from the rack before moving Do not use the broiler pan without its insert The broiler pan and its insert allow dripping fat to drain and b
22. g type wall receptacle Do not under any circumstance cut remove or bypass the grounding prong Power supply cord with 3 prong grounding plug See the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS packaged with this range for complete installation and grounding instructions GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS electric ignition models only AA WARNING Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock Do not use an adapter plug an extension cord or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury fire or death 4A WARNING This appliance is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle DO NOT cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug For personal safety the range must be properly grounded For maximum safety the power cord must be plugged into an electrical outlet that is correctly polarized and properly grounded 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 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 cu
23. ill repair or replace it at our option free of charge If the product is subjected to other than private family use the above warranty is effective for only 90 days WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL Your purchase has added value because you can depend on Sears HomeCentral for service With over 12 000 trained repair specialists and access to over 4 2 million parts and accessories we have the tools parts knowledge and skills to ensure our pledge We Service What We Sell Sears Maintenance Agreements Your Kenmore appliance is designed manufactured and tested to provide years of dependable operation Yet any major appliance 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 for non technical and instructional assistance Even if you don t need repairs provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to ensure that your appliance is in proper running condition Some limitations apply For more informa
24. larger quantities of food Regardless of size always select cookware that is suitable for the amount and type of food being prepared Select a burner and flame size appropriate to the pan Never allow flames to extend beyond the outer edge of the pan Operating the Gas Surface Burners 1 Place cooking utensil on surface burner 2 Push the surface control knob in and turn counterclockwise out of the OFF position 3 Release the knob and rotate to the LITE position Note All four electronic surface ignitors will spark at the same time However only the burner you are turning on will ignite Visually check that the burner has lit Push the control knob in and turn counterclockwise to the desired flame size The control knobs do not have to be set at a particular setting Use the guides and adjustthe 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 Po Setting Proper Surface Burner Flame Size Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge of the utensil Ahigher flame simply wastes heat and energy and increases your risk of being burned by the flame 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
25. ld be chilled in the refrigerator first Even when chilled they should not stand in the oven for more than 1 hour before cooking begins and should be removed promptly when cooking is completed 13 Setting Oven Controls The broiler pan with the insert allows grease to drain and be kept away from the high heat ofthe broiler DO NOT use the pan withoutthe insert DO NOT cover the insert with foil The exposed grease could ignite Reno e To Broil 1 Arrange oven rack while oven is still cool Position the rack as suggested in the chart below Rack Position From Top Food 1 Rare steaks 2 Fish medium steaks hamburgers and chops 3 Well donefoods such as chicken and lobster Press B Press and hold the A or V until the desired broil setting level appears in the display Pressthe A forHlbroilorthe W for LO broil Most foods canbe broiled at the HI broil setting Select the LO broil setting to avoid excess browning or drying of foods that should be cooked to the well done stage Place the insert on the broiler pan then place the food on the insert DO NOT use the broiler pan without the insert or cover the insert with aluminum foil The exposed fat could ignite Place the pan on the oven rack Close the oven door Broil on one side until food is browned turn and broil on the second side Note Always pull the rack out to the stop position before turning or removing food
26. led properly visually check that rear leveling leg is inserted into and fully secured bythe anti tip bracket by removing lower panel or storage drawer For models with awarmer drawer grasp the top rear edge ofthe range and carefully attempt to tilt it forward Refer to the Installation Instructions for proper anti tip bracket installation WARNING Stepping leaning or sitting on the doors or drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and also cause damage to the range Do not allow children to climb or play around the range The weight of a child on an open door may cause the range to tip resulting in serious burns or other injury CNW Do not use the oven or warmer drawer if equipped for storage FH Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range Children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured MMT Never Use Your Appliance for Warming or Heating the Room Storage in or on Appliance Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven warmer drawer near surface burners or in the storage drawer 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 range Important Safety Instructions Do Not Leave Children Alone Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where appliance
27. ll areas burner cap and burner head should be routinely cleaned Keeping the burner ports clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame Refer to the following instructions To Clean the Recessed and Contoured Areas of the Cooktop If a spill occurs on Surface Burner orin the recessed or contoured areas blot up spill with an absorbent cloth Rinse with a clean damp cloth and wipe dry To Remove and Replace the Surface Burner Caps and Surface Burner Heads Remove in the following order 1st surface burner grate 2nd surface burner cap 3rd surface burner head Reverse the procedure above to replace the surface burner cap and surface burner Yd head Do not remove any parts from the cooktop until they have completely A Cap cooled and are safe to handle Do not operate the surface burners without the surface burner cap and surface burner head properly in place Surface Head To Clean the Surface Burner Cap and Surface Burner Head 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 burner head mustbe routinely 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 NOT ALLOW SPILLS FOOD CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS ORIFICE HOLDER OPENING ALWAYS keep the surface burner cap and surf
28. ly flashing an error code of F1 F3 or F9 in the display window if equipped Oven control beeps and displays F1 F3orF9 Electronic control has detected a fault condition Push OFF CANCEL to clear the display and stop beeping Reprogram oven If fault recurs record fault number Push OFF CANCEL and contact a Sears Service Center Poor baking results Many factors affect baking results Make sure the proper rack position is used Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate Allow the oven to preheat to the set temperature before placing food in the oven Try adjusting the recipe s recommended temperature or baking time If you feel the oven is cooking too hot or cool see Adjusting Your Oven Temperature Self Cleaning cycle does not work Controls are not set properly Follow instructions in Self Cleaning section Self cleaning cycle was interrupted Stop time must be set 2 to 4 hours pastthe start time Follow steps under Stopping or Interrupting a Self Clean Cycle under Self Cleaning Soil is not completely removed Failure to clean bottom front top of oven or door areas outside oven seal These areas are not in the self cleaning area but get hot enough to burn on residue Clean these areas before starting the self clean cycle Burned on residue may be cleaned with a stiff nylon brush and water or a nylon scrubber Be careful not to damage the oven gasket Excessive spillovers in oven
29. nd be very difficult to clean Use only dishware utensils and cookware recommended for oven use in the warmer drawer MED Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from the warmer drawer as cookware and plates will be hot WARMER DRAWER To Set the Warmer Warm 8 Ready Drawer Thermostat Control The thermostat control is used to select the temperature of the warmer drawer Warmer Drawer Recommended Itis located on the control panel To set the thermostat push in and turn the knob Food Settings Chart to the desired setting The temperatures are approximate and are designated by Food Item Setting Hl MED and LO 1 Turn the knob to select the desired temperature setting Roasts Beef Pork Lamb MED 2 Forbestresults preheatthe drawer before adding food An empty drawer will Pork Chops HI preheat in approximately 15 minutes Bacon HI 3 Tum the thermostat control to OFF after use Hamburger Patties HI Poultry HI Gravies MED Warmer Warm amp Ready Drawer Temperature Selection Casseroles MED Eggs MED Refer to the chartin the side column for recommended settings If a particular food Fried Foods HI is not listed start with the medium setting If more crispness is desired remove Vegetables MED the lid or aluminum foil RUM oe Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium setting Rolls soft LO When a combination of foods are to be kept warm for instance a meat with 2 Rolls hard MED veget
30. ng instructions Range power cord is disconnected from outlet electric ignition models only Be sure cord is securely plugged into the outlet Electrical power outage electric ignition models only Burners can be lit manually See Setting Surface Controls Surface burner flame burns half way around Burner ports are clogged With the burner off clean ports by using a small gauge wire or needle Moisture is present after cleaning Lightly fan the flame and allow burner to operate until flame is full Dry the burners thoroughly following instructions in the Care amp Cleaning section Surface burner flame is orange 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 Oven does not operate Be sure the oven controls are set correctly for the desired function See Setting Oven Controls or Entire Appliance Does Not Operate see below Be sure regulator gas valve is ON See installation instructions Entire appliance does not operate The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven Make sure electrical cord plug is plugged tightly into outlet electric ignition models only Service wiring not complete Contact a Sears Service Center Electrica power outage electric ignition models only Check house lights to be sure Call your local electric comp
31. oking Also using two oven racks gives better results and saves time Air circulation during Convection Cooking Foods for Convection Cooking General Convection Cooking Instructions 1 When using Convection decrease your normal cooking times as shown in Figure 1 Adjust the cook time for desired doneness as needed Time reductions will vary depending on the amount and type of food to be cooked Cookies and biscuits should be baked on pans with no sides or very low sides to allow heated air to circulate around the food Food baked Decrease Normal Cook Time by 0 Casseroles 15 20 on pans with a dark finish will cook faster Meats 15 20 2 Preheating is not necessary when cooking meats poultry and casseroles with Convection Poultry unstuffed 25 30 3 Whenusing Convection Frozen foods pies 15 2596 with a single rack pastries and pizza place oven rack in position 3 or 4 If 3rd Rack Position Refrigerator cookies 15 3576 cooking on multiple 4th Rack Position racks place the oven d 5th Rack Position NN 7 Refrigerator biscuits 25 30 racks in positions 3 and Rolls amp Breads 20 35 5 for the best results 4 Cakes have better Fresh Pies Pastries 15 20 results when baked in ee the normal bake Recommended reduction in cook times function based on brands of food items tested Cook times may vary with your specific brand of food item To Set Convection Cooking 1 Program the oven as you normally w
32. on If you do not hear the levers click or the bearing glides do not feel seated remove the drawer and repeat steps 1 thru 3 This will minimize possible damage to the bearing glides NOTE The Warmer Drawer will NOT operate while in the Self Clean and Oven Lockout modes AA WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard can occur and result in serious injury or death Disconnect appliance from electric power before cleaning and servicing the warmer drawer 16 During the self cleaning cycle the outside of the range can become very hot to the touch DO NOT leave small children unattended nearthe appliance The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self cleaning cycle of any range Move birds to another well ventilated room DO NOT line the oven walls racks bottom or any other part of the range with aluminum foil Doing so will destroy heat distribution produce poor baking results and cause permanent damage to the oven interior aluminum foil will meltto the interior surface of the oven DO NOT force the oven door open This can damage the automatic door locking system Use caution when opening the door after the self cleaning cycle is completed The oven may still be VERY HOT DO HAND CLEAN FRAME DO HAND CLEAN DOOR DO NOT HAND A T CLEAN OVEN DOOR GASKET Self Cleaning Self Cleaning Oven A self cleaning oven cleans itself with high
33. orkmanship or materials in this appliance OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Range is not level Poor installation Place oven rack in center of oven Place a level on the oven rack Adjust leveling legs at base of range until the rack is level When range is level cooktop may appear out of alignment if countertop is not level Weak unstable floor Be sure floor is level and can adequately support range Contact a carpenter to correct sagging or sloping floor Kitchen cabinet misalignment may make range appear to be unlevel Be sure cabinets are square and have sufficient room for range clearance Cannot move appliance easily Appliance must be accessible for service Cabinets not square or are built in too tight Contact a cabinet maker to correct the problem Contact builder or installer to make appliance accessible Carpeting interferes with range Provide sufficient space so range can be lifted over carpet Gas line is hard plumbed Have aflexible C S A International approved metal appliance connector installed Surface burners do not light 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 knob to desired flame size Burner ports are clogged With the burner off use a small gauge wire or needle to clean ports See Surface Burners in the Care amp Cleaning table for additional cleani
34. ould for baking Convection may be Figure 1 used with Bake Time Bake and Delayed Time Bake features 2 Press and release Convection switch The indicator light will glow and the NOTE The Convection feature will not fan will come on after a 6 MINUTE DELAY If the oven temperature has work during a clean cycle Also the oven already reached 350 F the fan will come on immediately The fan stays on cannot be set lower than 280 F when the oven door is closed and shuts off while the oven door is opened When the oven door is re closed the fan will continue to operate until cooking is complete 3 Tocancel the Convection feature press on the oven control as you would to cancel any baking function 12 Setting Oven Controls To Set the Timed Bake Feature The COOK TIME and STOP TIME controls operate the Timed Bake feature to turn the oven on and off at the times you select in advance The oven can be programmed to start immediately and shut off automatically or to begin baking at a later time with an automatic shutoff To Program the Oven to Begin Baking Immediately and To Shut Off Automatically 1 Be sure that the clock shows the correct time of day 2 Place the food in the oven 3 Press e 4 Within 5 seconds press the A or V The display will show 350 F 177 C By holding the A or V the temperature can then be adjusted in 5 F 1 C increments 5 Press S 0 00 will flash in the display 6 Pressthe A or V
35. pply 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 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 as instructed above 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 s into place Porcelain Enamel Burner Grates Cooktop Surface Below Cooktop Broiler Pan amp Insert Broiler Drawer Door Liner and Oven Bottom Clean burner grates broiler pan and insert in the dishwasher and dry upon removal If Soils are not removed follow the cooktop cleaning instructions below Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots Rinse with a 1 1 solution of clean water and ammonia f necessary cover difficult spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel for 30 40 minutes Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth then scrub with a soap filled scouring pad Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during furture heating DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the range top Stainless Steel Chrome Parts Clean wi
36. s and hold ez After 7 seconds the control will beep once This will block the controls from sounding when a pad is pressed To return the sound press and hold again for 7 seconds until the control beeps once Note The control will return to the audible mode after a power outage Temperature conversion The electronic oven control is set to operate in F Fahrenheit when shipped from the factory The oven can be programmed for any temperature from 170 F to 550 F 65 C to 287 C To change the temperature to C Celsius or from C to F control should not be in a Bake or Clean mode 1 Press G3 appears in the display 2 Press and hold the A until HI appears in the display 3 Press and hold a until F or C appears in the display 4 Pressthe or wv tochange F to C or C to F 5 Press any control pad to return to normal operating mode H RSN Setting Oven Controls Note The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven To Set the Clock When the range is first plugged in or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted the display will flash 12 00 1 Press s 2 Within 5 seconds press and hold the AX or until the correct time of day appears in the display Note The clock cannot be changed during any timed bake or self clean cycle To Set the Minute Timer 1 Press EA 2 Pressthe A toincrease the time in one minute increments Press an
37. stomers of potential exposure to such substances SERIAL PLATE LOCATION You will find the model and serial number printed on an serial plate The serial plate is located on the right side of the oven front frame in the storage or warmer drawer compartment Please see the illustration for exact location Remeber to record the serial number for future reference See page 2 under Product Record Serlal plate locatlon Open the storage or warmer drawer located on right side of range frame Range Features Note The features of your range will vary according to model You r Manual Oven Convection Electronic Oven Control Warmer Drawer Light Switch Control and with Clock and Control and G as some models Indicator Light Kitchen Timer Indicator Light with Speed Bake Range Features At a Glance Sealed Burner Cooktop Automatic Oven Door Light Switch some models 1 Broil Pan and 1 Broil Pan Insert yy ugg ta q Warmer Drawer and Handle Gas Cooktop 9 500 BTU Sealed Burner LP convertible Removable Surface Burner Grates color will vary by model 9 500 BTU Mu Sealed Burner E LP convertible Easy to Clean Cooktop Surface Burner Controls Self Clean Door Latch Self Cleaning O
38. t at the factory This setting may differ from your previous oven however so your recipe times may not give you the results you expect If you think that the oven is cooking too hot or too cool for your recipe times you can adjust the control so that the oven cooks hotter or cooler than the temperature displayed To Adjust Oven Temperature 1 Press e 2 Set the temperature to 550 F 287 C by pressing and holding the A 3 Within 2 seconds press and hold e until the 2 digit display appears Release e The display now indicates the amount of degrees offset between the original factory temperature setting and the current temperature setting Ifthe oven control has the original factory calibration the display will read 0 4 The temperature can now be adjusted up or down 35 F 17 C in 5 F steps by pressing and holding the A or VV Adjust until the desired amount of offset appears in the display When lowering the oven temperature a minus sign will appear before the number to indicate that the oven will be cooler by the displayed amount of degrees to go back to the time of day display Note The adjustments made will not change the self cleaning temperature 5 When you have made the desired adjustment press 21 Before You Call Solutions to Common Problems Before you call for service review this list It may save you time and expense The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective w
39. temperatures well above cooking temperatures which eliminate soil completely or reduce it to a fine powdered ash you can wipe away with a damp cloth Adhere to the following cleaning precautions DONOT use oven cleaners or oven protective coatings in or around any part of the self cleaning oven DO NOT clean the oven door gasket The woven material of the oven door gasket is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or remove the gasket DONOTuseanycleaning materials on the oven door gasket Doing so could cause damage Remove the broiler pan and insert all utensils and any aluminum foil These items cannot withstand high cleaning temperatures Ovenracks should be removed If they are not removed during the clean cycle their color will turn slightly blue and the finish will be dull After the cycle is complete and the oven has cooled rub the sides of the racks with wax paper ora cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad oil this will make the racks glide easier into the rack position Remove any excessive spillovers inthe oven cavity before starting the self cleaning cycle To clean use hot soapy water and a cloth Large spillovers can cause heavy smoke or fire when subjected to high temperatures DO NOT allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content such as milk tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices or pie filling to remain on the surface as they may leave a dull spot even after cl
40. th hot soapy water and a dishcloth Rinse with clean water and a 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 Oven Racks Remove racks See Removing and Replacing Oven Racks under Before Setting Oven Controls Use a mild abrasive cleaner following manufacturer s instructions Rinse with clean water and dry After cleaning the racks rub the sides of the racks with wax paper or a cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad oil this will make the racks glide easier into the rack positions Oven Door To clean oven door wash with hot soapy water and a clean cloth DO NOT immerse the door in water DO NOT clean the oven door gasket The oven door gasket is made of a woven material on self cleaning models which is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or remove the gasket Cleaning the Cooktop The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier Because the four burners are sealed cleanups are easy when spillovers are cleaned up immediately To clean wipe with a clean damp cloth and wipe dry 19 E Care amp Cleaning Cleaning the Contoured Well Areas Burner Cap and Burner Head The contoured we
41. tion call 1 800 827 6655 For information concerning Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements call 1 800 361 6665 AMMA MAA MMMM ALAMO 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 PAANI This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm death or property damage FXG This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage NANNE 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 WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Donottry to light any appliance Donottouch any electrical switch do notuse any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions fyoucannotreach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer servicer or the gas supplier Remove alltape and packaging before using the range Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the range Never
42. to activate oven door lockout setting FEATURE INDICATOR LIGHTS These light to show which feature is in use BAKE PAD Used to select the bake Turietion COOK TIME PAD Used to enter the length of the BROIL PAD A Used to select the baking time if equipped variable broil function STOP TIME PAD Used to set the desired stop time for baking Can be used with COOK TIME to program a delayed bake CLEAN PAD Used to select the self cleaning cycle cycle if equipped OVEN PREHEAT amp DOOR LOCKED LIGHTS The OVEN light will glow each time TIMER ON OFF PAD Used to set or the oven turns on to maintain the set oven temperature The PREHEAT light will glow cancel the minute timer The minute when the oven is first set to operate or if the desired temperature is reset higher than the timer does not start or stop cooking actual oven temperature The DOOR LOCKED light will flash when the oven door Also locks and unlocks or when using the self clean cycle or the oven door lockout mode is TIMER ON OFF pad is used to set activated The indicator light will glow constantly after the door locks the Continuous Bake feature The oven can be programmed to BAKE TIME BAKE BROIL SELF CLEAN CONTINUOUS BAKE and set for OVEN LOCKOUT For a silent control panel When choosing a function a beep will be heard each time a pad is pressed If desired the controls can be programmed for silent operation Pres
43. ven Interior Convection Fan Adjustable Interior Oven Rack s Large 1 Piece p Handle style varies with model Full Width Oven Door with Window Leveling Legs and Anti tip Bracket included 5 000 BTU Simmer or 9 500 BTU Sealed Burner LP convertible rating varies by model 12 000 BTU or 14 200 BTU Sealed Burner LP convertible rating varies by model Setting Surface Controls Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers spoon holders or plastic wrappings on 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 Inthe event ofan electrical power outage the surface burners can be lit manually Tolighta surface burner hold a lit match to the burner head then slowly turn the surface control knobto LITE After burner lights push in and turn knob to desired setting Use caution when lighting surface burners manually cOUNTERCLOCKW s Setting Surface Controls Your range may be equipped with different sized surface burners The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the burner size increases The simmer burner if equipped is best used for simmering delicate sauces etc The standard burners can be used for most surface cooking needs The Power burners if equipped are bestusedfor bringing large quantities of liquid to temperature and when preparing
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