Kenmore 790.4626 Range User Manual
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1. e Willi Be careful not to bend terminal ends when replacing elements after cleaning 16 General Care amp Cleaning cont d To Raise the Top for Cleaning 1 Grasp the sides and lift from the front A lift up rod will support the top in its raised position Only lift the top high enough to allow the support rod to rest in place under the front of the cooktop 2 Clean underneath using a clean cloth and hot soapy water 3 To lower the top lift the top slightly and lower the rod Lower the range top down into the range frame A rod swings up to support e ile When lowering the lift up range top grasp the sides with fingertips only Be the top for cleaning under careful not to pinch fingers DO NOT drop or bend the range top when raising or lowering This neath could damage the surface Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel Stainless Steel models only Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts Special care and cleaning are required for maintaining the appearance of stainless parts Please refer to the table provided at the beginning of the General Care amp Cleaning section in this Use amp Care Guide Hinge lever hook Hinge support Lock engaged for door removal Figure 1 aD HINGE SLOT Door removed from the oven Figure 2 Hinge lever Lock in normal position Figure 3 Removing and Replacing the Oven Door e Wijle The door is heavy For safe temporary2. Cleaning contd Porcelain Enamel Oven Cleaning Porcelain has a smooth finish and is a type of glass fused to metal Oven cleaners can be used on all interior oven porcelain surfaces General Cleaning Remove soils using hot soapy water Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content such as milk tomatoes saukerkraut fruit juices or pie filling to remain on the surface as they may cause a dull spot even after cleaning To Remove Heavy Soil 1 Allow a dish of ammonia to sit in the oven overnight or for several hours with the oven door closed Clean softened spots using hot soapy water Rinse well with water and a clean cloth 2 If soil remains use a soap filled scouring pad or a nonabrasive cleaner If necessary use an oven cleaner following manufacturer s instructions DO NOT mix ammonia with othercleaners Adhere to the following precautions when using oven cleaners 1 DO NOT spray on the electrical controls or switches because it could cause a short circuit and result in sparking or fire 2 DO NOT allow a film from the cleaner to build up on the temperature sensing bulb located at the top left rear corner of the oven it could cause the oven to heat improperly Carefully wipe the bulb clean after each oven cleaning being careful not to move the bulb A change in its position could affect how the oven bakes Avoid bending the bulb and capillary tube 3 DO NOT spray any cleaner on the oven door trim or gasket
3. allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness so these exclusions or limitation may not apply to you This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States and Canada This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Sears Canada inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2B8 Product Record Serial Plate Location In this space below record the date of purchase model and serial number of your You will find the model and serial product You will find the model and serial number printed on the serial plate number printed on the serial plate Model No The serial plate is located as Serial No 790 shown below Remember to record the serial Date of purchase number for future reference Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference a Please carefully read and save these instructions This Use 4 Care Manual contains general operating instructions for your appliance and Serial Plate feature information for several models Your product may not have all the described Location features The graphics shown are representative The graphics on your appliance may not look exactly like those shown Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing ope
4. fire or damage to the appliance The oven is vented through the right rear coil OVEN VENT Arranging Oven Racks ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN Always use oven mitts when the oven is hot RECOMMENDED RACK POSITIONS FOR Rack BROILING BAKING amp ROASTING positions Food Rack position Broiling meats chicken or fish 3o0r4 Cookies cakes pies biscuits amp muffins 1 rack 20r3 Multiple racks 2 amp 4 Frozen pies angel food cake yeast bread 1or2 casseroles small cuts of meat or poultry Turkey roast or ham 1 Note Always use caution when removing food Air Circulation in the Oven For best air circulation and baking results allow 2 4 5 10 cm around the cookware for proper air circulation and be sure pans and cookware do not touch each other the oven door sides or back of the oven cavity The hot air must circulate around the pans and cookware in the oven for even heat to reach around the food 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 UP and DOWN ARROW Z PADS Used along with the function pads to select oven temperature time of day and minute timer BAKE PAD Usedto select the bake function Select BROIL PAD Used to select
5. acids such as tomatoes if allowed to stand in on bowls will cause corrosion Remove and wash drip bowls as soon as possible after a spillover Normal environment Houses along sea coastare exposed to saltair Protect bowls as much as possible from direct exposure to salt air 20 Before you call Solutions to Common Problems Drip bowls turning color or distorted out of shape Bottom surface of cookware extends beyond surface elements and touches cooktop surface This can cause high enough temperatures to discolor the dripbowls DO NOT use cookware of this type Pan sizes should be matched to the size of the element Replacement drip bowls may be purchased from Sears Parts amp Repair Surface elements not seated properly in terminal Turn control to OFF Be sure surface element is COOL Lift out surface element Position element properly following instructions under General Care amp Cleaning Oven control beeps and displays F10 F30 or F90 Electronic control has detected a fault condition Press CLEAR to clear the display and stop beeping Program oven again If fault recurs record fault number Press CLEAR and contact Sears or other qualified agency Oven light does not work Replace or tighten bulb See Changing Oven Light in this Use amp Care Guide for instructions Poor baking results Many factors affect baking results Make sure the proper rack position is used Center food in the oven a
6. de removed Via R Storage to facilitate cleaning under the range Use care when handling the drawer Drawer Removing and Replacing Storage Drawer Roller To remove the drawer 1 Pull empty drawer out to the roller guide stop 2 Tilt the drawer up and pull it out over the rollers To replace the drawer 1 Insert the rear end of the drawer into the opening 2 Fit the drawer end rollers onto the guide rails 3 Push the drawer in until it stops then lift to allow the rollers to clear the roller guide stop and push in Front Frame Changing Oven Light Next el Be sure the oven is unplugged and all parts are COOL before replacing the oven light bulb Do not turn the oven light on during a self cleaning cycle High temperature will reduce lamp life On some models an interior oven light will turn on automatically when the oven is opened The oven light may be turned on when the door is closed by using the oven light switch located on the Electronic Oven control The oven light bulb is covered with a glass shield held in place by a wire holder THIS GLASS SHIELD MUST ALWAYS BE IN PLACE WHEN THE OVEN IS IN USE To Replace the Light Bulb ele BE SURE OVEN IS COOL 1 Turm the power off at the main source 2 Wear aleather faced glove for protection against possible broken glass 3 Replace bulb with a 40 Watt appliance bulb only 4 Press wire holder to one side to release glass shield change bulb and be
7. handles or any exterior surfaces of the range wood or painted surfaces The cleaner can damage these surfaces 4 DO NOT clean the oven door gasket Care should be taken not to rub damage or remove this gasket To Clean the Oven Bottom The bake element is designed to be gently tilted using your hand from the front of the bake element This allow easier access to the oven bottom for cleaning Be careful not to raise the element more than 4 or 5 inches from the resting position Clean using hot soapy water a mild abrasive cleanser a soap filled abrasive pad or oven cleaner following oven cleaner manufacturer s instructions Ne ide DO NOT line the oven walls bottom racks or any other part of the appliance with aluminum foil Doing so will destroy heat distribution produce poor baking results and cause permanent damage to the oven interior aluminum foil will melt to the interior surface of the oven 18 Adhere to the following cleaning precautions e Allow the oven to cool before cleaning e Wear rubber gloves when cleaning the appliance manually Remove spillovers and heavy soils as soon as possible Regular cleanings now will reduce the extent and difficulty of major cleaning later ESSE Ammonia must be rinsed before operating the oven Provide adequate ventilation General Care amp Cleaning contd Storage Drawer se Use the storage drawer for storing cooking utensils The drawer can
8. sure to replace glass shield 19 Before you call Solutions to Common Problems Before you call for service review this list lt may save you time and expense The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance OCCURRENCE 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 theproblem Contact builder or installer to make appliance accessible Carpeting interferes with range Provide sufficient space so range can be lifted over carpet Entire range or oven does not operate Make sure cord plug is tightly into outlet Service wiring is not complete Contact your Sears Service Center installing agent or qualified servicer Power outage Check house lights to be sure Call you
9. to choose the Celsius C mode 3 After 5 seconds the display will flash To accept the change wait 5 more seconds until the oven control beeps once To complete the change skip step 4 below OR 4 If at any time during the process of changing the Temperature Display Mode F or C you decide the change is not desired press the key pad before the oven control beeps once to cancel the process 5 The display will then return to the time of day with any temperature display mode change you may have requested 10 Setting Oven Controls contd Note The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven To Set the Minute Timer 1 Press Ea 2 Press the A to increase the time in one minute increments Press and 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 w pad first the timer will advance to 11 hours and 59 minutes 3 The display shows the timer count down in minutes until one minute remains Then the display will count down in seconds 4 When the set time has run out the timer will sound a 3 seconds beep Then 0 00 will appear in the display until is pressed Note While the minute timer is counting down the will flash 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 us
10. types of food will cause it to darken Anodized aluminum cookware resists staining amp pitting If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic glass cooktop they may leave metal marks which will resemble scratches Remove these marks immediately COPPER Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily May leave metal marks on ceramic glass see Aluminum above STAINLESS STEEL Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results ls durable easy to clean and resists staining CASTIRON A poor heat conductor however will retain heat very well Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is reached Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops PORCELAIN ENAMEL on METAL Heating characteristics will vary depending on base material Porcelain enamel coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic cooktops GLASS Slow heat conductor Not recommended for ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass Before Setting Oven Controls Oven Vent Location Models with Coil Elements Removing and Replacing Oven Racks To remove pull the rack forward until it stops Lift up front of element When the oven is on warm air is released rack and slide out To replace fit the rack onto the guides on through the vent s This venting is necessary for the oven walls Tilt the front of the rack upward and slide the proper air circulation in the oven and good baking rack back into place results DO NOT block the vent s Doing so may cause cooking failures
11. Broiler Pan and Insert Door Liner Body Parts Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots Rinse with a 1 1 solution of clear water and ammonia If necessary cover difficult spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth and then scrub and Warmer Drawer and with a soap filled scouring pad Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth Remove all cleaners or Drawer Cavity the porcelain may become damaged during future heating DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop Oven Racks Remove racks See Removing and Replacing Oven Racks under Before Setting Oven Gn 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 X LA Do Hand SS A Clean Frame a Do Hand Do Not Hand Clean Door Clean Oven ren Door Gasket Use soap amp water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door Rinse well You may use a glass cleaner on the outside glass of the oven door DO NOT immerse the door in water DO NOT spray or allow waiter or the glass cleaner to enter the door vents DO NOT use oven cleaners cleaning powders or any harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of
12. Kenmore Electric Range Slide in models Estufa el ctrica Modelos deslizables Models Modelos 790 4626x Color number n mero de color x gt au CLA oo em LA Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A P N 318203817 Rev A 0607 www sears com Table of Contents Slide in Range Warranty uussuuuseuuneeuuununnuunnuunnununnnnuunnunun 2 Before Setting the Oven Controls ccsccccssrsesserees 9 Produ ctRecord aiaiai aedis a ciaci n 2 Oven Control Functions s esssesusssnenueuuunenunneouunnenunnnnnn 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS eeeeeeseeeee 3 5 Setting the Oven Controls sssssssessuuueuunnenunennununnnus 10 14 Protection Agreements scccccssssssssescrsssssseesensssnnaeeees 6 General Care Cleaning eusessseuusnurnnurnurnnurnnurnnnnnn 15 19 Range Features aisinn an satirer nanenane aiarar anaana eos T Before you Call osiosta unninn iaaa 20 21 Setting Surface Controls sssssnuusnuonnnunnnennrennnnnonnnounennnun 0 Sears Service svi ena eae EAN FENAN 22 Selecting Surface Cooking Cookware uuusssssssnsussseuuuue 8 Kenmore Appliance Warranty One Year Limited Warranty When installed operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product if this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME to arrange for free repair If this appli
13. Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product Here s what s included in the Agreement uw Expert service by our 12 000 professional repair specialists Y Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs uw No lemon guarantee replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months M Product replacement if your covered product can t be fixed Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request no extra charge M Fast help by phone phone support from a Sears technician on products requiring in home repair plus convenient repair scheduling Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations M Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised El R 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 on line Sears has over 12 000 professional repair specialists who have access to over 4 5 million quality parts and accessories That s the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for years to come Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today Some limitations and exclusions apply For
14. Sugary spills can chemically damage your cooktop surface Therefore you must begin cleaning the spills while the cooktop is still hot Use caution when following the steps below 1 Turn off all surface units and remove all pans immediately 2 Puton an oven mitt wipe up carefully or move hot spills away from the element area with a clean damp cloth 3 Allow the cooktop to cool Follow the instructions above for heavy burned on soil SURFACES CLEANING AGENTS INSTRUCTIONS Porcelain enamel cooktop Mild cleaners or a soapy surface under cooktop non abrasive pad Broil Insert Hot soapy water or cleaner Use a clean soapy dampened cloth or paper towel Control Panel cream remove soil and dry Do not use abrasive products Coil Surface Element To Remove and Replace Surface Elements and Drip Bowls ATTENTION Never leave lids on the coil elements as they could be permanently damaged if the coil is turned on by accident Prior to cleaning the drip bowls make sure the coil elements are cold and the control knobs are turned to OFF Coil elements clean themselves when they are turned on Coil elements and drip bowls are removable and allow you to clean the drip bowls To remove a coil element push against the front edge and lift element up and out To clean by hand wash the drip bowls in hot sudsy water For hard to remove spots use nylon scrubber with soap Rinse and dry while still warm e ile Never immerse coil elements in water
15. aker 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 This may reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the range Sears Parts amp Repair is the recommended repair service for this appliance Never modify or alter the construction of a range by removing leveling legs panels wire covers anti tip brackets screws or any other part of the product AWARNING e All ranges can tip e Injury to persons could result e Install anti tip device packed with range e Seelnstallation Instructions To reduce the risk of tipping the range oven must be secured by properly installed anti tip bracket s provided with the range To check if the bracket s is installed properly remove the lower panel or storage drawer and verify that the anti tip bracket s is engaged Refer to the Installation Instructions for proper anti tip bracket s installation Stepping leaning or sitting on the door or drawer 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 An open drawer when hot may cause burns IN AAN NE Do not use the oven or warmer drawer if equipped for storage e le Do no
16. ance is used for other than private family purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship Sears will NOT pay for 1 Expendable items that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts light bulbs and bags 2 A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance 3 A service technician to clean or maintain this product 4 Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product 5 Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose 6 Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product 7 Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Customer s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein Implied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages Some states and provinces do not
17. ange not level Pan too close to oven wall or rack overcrowded e Panwarped Place marked glass measuring cup filled with water on the center of the oven rack If water level is uneven refer to the installation instructions for leveling the appliance Be sure to allow 2 to 4 5 1 cm to 10 2 cm of clearance on all sides of each pan in the oven e Do notuse pans that are dented or warped Foods not done e Oven too cool when cooking time is up e Ovenovercrowded Oven door opened too frequently e Setoven temperature 25 F 12 C higher than suggested and bake for the recommended time e Be sure to remove all pans from the oven except the ones to be used for baking e Open oven door only after shortest recommended baking time 12 Setting Oven Controls contd The broiler pan and its insert allow To Broil dripping grease to drain and be kept Note For optimum browning results when broiling preheat the broil element for away from the high heat of the 3 to 4 minutes broiler DO NOT use the pan without 1 Arrange oven rack while oven is still cool its insert DO NOT cover the insert with foil The exposed grease could 2 Press jj ignite 3 Press the A or w pad If A is pressed HI will appear in the display indicating the oven is set for HI broil If w is pressed nor will appear in the display indicating the oven is set for a normal broil Press again t
18. can be hazardous to your health and can chemically damage the cooking surface Neill Before cleaning the surface cooktop be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is cool Ne thile DO NOT use commercial oven cleaners on the exterior surfaces including rangetop and door frame Correct and consistent cleaning is essential to maintaining your porcelain enamel cooktop If food spills and grease spatters are not removed they may burn onto the surface of the cooktop and cause permanent discoloration Daily Cleaning For normal soil 1 Allow cooktop surface to cool 2 Wipe off spills and spatters using a clean paper towel or a clean cloth with warm soapy water 3 If needed use a soapy non abrasive pad or other mild household cleaners 4 Be sure to rinse off the cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating For heavy burned on soil 1 Allow cooktop surface to cool 2 Usea soap filled scouring pad with warm water or cover heavily soiled spots with a solution of clear water and ammonia Scour gently Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth 3 Ifany soil remains apply a few drops of a recommended cooktop cleaning cream on the spots and rub gently using a clean damp cloth or scouring pad Buff with a dry cloth until all soil and cream are removed Frequent cleaning with the cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective coating which helps in preventing scratches and abrasions For sugary spillovers
19. e after the display shows the factory temperature setting of 00 A Note If the oven temperature has been previously adjusted from the factory setting the current temperature adjusted value will appear in the display instead You may increase the oven temperature in 5 F increments with each press of the A key pad to a maximum oven adjustment of 35 F You may also adjust the oven temperature downward in 5 F increments with each press of the w key pad total range of 35 to 35 Note Your oven control was factory set in the Fahrenheit F Temperature Display Mode To change for Celsius C see Changing the Temperature Display Mode in the Oven Control Functions section of this Use amp Care Manual If no other key pad is pressed after 5 seconds the display will begin to flash If you do not want to keep the display adjustment press the 23 key pad before the oven control beeps This will cancel the temperature adjustment procedure To start this procedure over again begin with step 1 above OR If you want to keep the adjustment wait until the display quits flashing and the oven control beeps once The oven temperature adjustment has be accepted by the oven control and the display will return to the time of day Notes The oven temperature adjustment may be made if your oven control has been set to operate in the Celsius C Temperature Display Mode In this case each press of the A or w key will adjust in 1 C increments upward maxi
20. ed 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 A or w pad to increase or decrease the time To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out Press Ea To Set or Change the Temperature for Baking The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170 F to 500 F To Set the Controls for Baking CS 1 Press O appears in the display A 2 Within 5 seconds press the A or w The display will show 350 By pressing and holding the A or w the temperature can then be adjusted in 5 F increments 3 When the A ory is released the oven will begin heating to the selected temperature When the oven temperature reaches the desired baking temperature the control will beep one 1 time 4 To cancel the baking function press Gas Clear JA To Change the Oven Temperature after Baking has Started LOS 1 Press and make sure the bake temperature is displayed A 2 Press the a or yw to increase or decrease the set temperature 11 Setting Oven Controls cont d Oven Baking Information For best results preheat the oven before baking cookies breads cakes pies or pastries etc There is no need to preheat the o
21. ging garments should never be worn while using the appliance Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces e Do not use water or flour on grease fires Smother the fire with a pan lid or use baking soda a dry chemical or foam type extinguisher e When heating fat or grease watch it closely Fat or grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot e Use only dry potholders Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let potholders touch hot heating elements Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a potholder e Do not heat unopened food containers Buildup of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury e Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to be stored or discarded IMPORTANT Do not attempt to operate the oven during a power failure If the power fails always turn the oven off If the oven is not turned off and the power resumes the oven may begin to operate again Food left unattended could catch fire or spoil Electronic controllers can be damaged by cold temperatures When you use your appliance for the first time or if it has not been used for along period of time make sure that it has been exposed toa temperature above 0 C 32 F for at least 3 hours before connecting it to the power supply IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP e Know which knob controls each surface heating unit e Use pro
22. he A pad for HI broil or the w pad for LO broil Most foods can be broiled at the HI broil setting Select the LO broil setting to avoid excess browning or drying of foods that should be broiled to the well done stage 4 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 grease could ignite 5 Place the pan on the oven rack Open the oven door to the broil stop position when broiling see illustration 6 Broil on one side until food is browned turn and cook on the second side Note Always pull the rack out to the stop position before turning or removing food 7 When broiling is finished press C53 Broil Rack Position Table Refer to Figure 3 Note lt is recommended to cook food from 3 to 5 of the broil element Rack Position Food category 3rd rack position Medium rare steaks 8 hamburgers Broil Stop Position 2nd rack position Fish medium steaks amp pork chops 2nd rack position Well done foods such as chicken amp lobster Ve e 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 Broiling Tips on the fire Flour may be explosive Broil on one side until the food is browned turn and cook on the second side Season and serve Always pull rack out to the stop position before turning or remov
23. ing food Broiling times vary so watch the food closely Time not only depends on the distance from the element but on the thickness and age of meat fat content and doneness preferred The first side usually requires a few minutes longer than the second Frozen meats also require additional time Broiler Clean Up Tips e To make cleaning easier line bottom of the broiler pan with aluminum foil DO NOT cover the broiler grid with foil e To prevent grease from baking on remove the broiler pan from the oven as soon as cooking is completed Use hot pads because the broiler pan is extremely hot Pour off grease Soak the pan in HOT soapy water e Clean the broiler pan as soon as possible after each use If necessary use soap filled steel wool pads Heavy scouring may scratch the grid 13 Setting Oven Controls contd Adjusting Your Oven Temperature Your new oven has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure an accurate baking temperature For the first few uses follow your recipe times and temperature recommendations carefully If you feel your oven is too hot or too cool from your baking experience the oven temperature may be adjusted to your liking Note DO NOT adjust your oven temperature based on oven thermometers such as those found in grocery stores they may not be accurate To Adjust the Oven Temperature do not use Bake or Broil while adjusting the oven temperature 1 a A Press hold the key pad and releas
24. leaning cycle only clean the parts listed in this Use and 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 commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven e Do not clean door gasket The door gasket is essen tial for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the gasket Remove oven racks Oven racks color will change if left in the oven during a self cleaning cycle Vive 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 venti lated room IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROTECTION AGREEMENTS In the U S A Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Kenmore product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time That s when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation
25. me hot and possibly melt Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched Damage may also be done to the cooktop FOR COOKTOPS WITH COIL ELEMENTS ONLY e Do Not Immerse or Soak Removable Surface Heating Elements Surface heating elements should never be immerse in water Heating elements clean themselves during normal operation e Make Sure Drip Pans or Drip Bowls Are in Place Absence of these pans or bowls during cooking may subject wiring or components underneath to damage FOR GLASS COOKTOPS ONLY e Donotclean or operate a broken cooktop tif cooktop should break cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock Contact a qualified technician immedi ately e Clean cooktop glass with caution lf 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 e Avoid scratching the cooktop glass with sharp objects IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN e Use care when opening oven door or warmer drawer if equipped 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 warmer drawer Important Safety Instructions e Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed The oven is vented through the right rear coil element Touching the surfaces in this area when the oven is operating ma
26. mer Broil Element Oven Light 2 adjustable Oven Racks One Piece Door Handle Style varies with model Broil Pan Insert Glass Front Oven Door Style varies with model Broil Pan Storage Drawer with Integrated Handle or Stainless Steel Handle style varies with model Removabie 8 Coil Removabie 6 Coil Surface Element Surface Element Removable 6 Coil Surface Element Removable Element Drip Bowls Removable 8 Coil Note The features of your range will vary Surface Element according to model Setting Surface Controls Setting Surface Controls 1 Place the pan on the surface element 2 Pushin and turn the surface element control knob to desired setting 3 The surface signal light will glow when one or more elements are turned on Always turn the element off before removing the pan Setting Type of Cooking HI MAX Start most foods bring water to a boil pan broiling 5 MED Maintain a slow boil thicken sauces and gravies steam vegetables 2 4 MED LOW Keep food cooking poach stew LO MIN Keep warm melt simmer Note The size and type of The suggested settings found in the chart above are based on cooking in medium thickness utensil used and the aluminum pans with lids Settings may vary when using other types of pans amount and type of food being cooked will influ Do not place items s
27. mum 18 C or downward maximum 18 C depending on which arrow key pad is pressed Failure Modes All failure modes give a visual and audible alarm When display shows F10 internal fault F30 F31 oven sensor circuit fault or any F error codes the electronic oven control has detected a fault condition Note that code and push the pad to clean the display and stop the beeping Reprogram the oven If fault recurs push pad disconnect the appliance to prevent damage and contact an authorized servicer 14 General Care amp Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range Before cleaning any part of the range be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range is cool Remove spillovers and heavy soiling as soon as possible Regular cleanings now will reduce the extent and difficulty of major cleaning later Surfaces How to Clean Aluminum amp Vinyl Control Panel and Trim Pieces Use hot soapy water and a cloth Dry with a clean cloth Before cleaning the control panel turn all controls to OFF and remove the control knobs To remove pull each knob straight off the shaft Clean using hot soapy water and a dishcloth Rinse with a clean water and a dishcloth Be sure to squeeze excess water from the cloth before wiping the panel especially when wiping around the controls Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the appliance Be sure to rinse the cleaners as bluish stains may occur during heating and can
28. nd 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 recipes recommended temperature or baking time Oven smokes excessively during broiling Control s not set properly Follow instructions under Setting Oven Controls in this Use and Care Guide Make sure oven is opened to Broil Stop Position Meat too close to the element Reposition the rack to provide proper clearance between the meat and the element Preheat broil element The insert on broiler pan wrong side up and grease not draining Always place insert on the broiler pan with ribs up and slots down to allow grease to drip into pan Grease has built up on oven surfaces Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling frequently Old grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking 21 Get it fixed at your home or ours Your Home For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Call anytime day or night U S A and Canada www sears com www sears ca Our Home For repair of carry in items like vacu
29. not de removed To replace knobs after cleaning line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft then push the knob into place Glass Painted and Plastic Body Parts Control Knobs and Decorative Trim Pieces Using a soft cloth clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50 50 solution of vinegar and water Follow by rinsing the area with clean water dry and polish with a soft cloth Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a soft cloth first DO NOT spray liquids directly on the control pad and display area Do not use large amounts of water on the control panel excess water on the control area may cause damage to the appliance Do not use other liquid cleaners abrasive cleaners scouring pads or paper towels they will damage the finish To remove control knobs turn to the OFF position grasp firmly and pull straight off the shaft To replace knobs after cleaning line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft then push the knob into place Stainless Steel some models Oven door amp drawer front panel Clean with hot soapy water and dishcloth Rinse with clean water and cloth Do not use cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides or chlorines Do not use harsh scrubbing cleaners Only use kitchen cleaners that are especially made for cleaning stainless steel Always be sure to rinse the cleaners off from the surface as bluish stains may occur during heating that cannot be removed Porcelain Enamel
30. per pan size This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the surface heating unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of utensil to the surface unit will also improve efficiency e Utensil handles should be turned inward and 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 e Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy accu mulations that may ignite or a pan that has boiled dry may melt e Protective liners Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottom or any other 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 e Glazed cooking utensils Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for rangetop service without break ing due to the sudden change in temperature Check the manufacturers recommendations for cooktop use e Donotuse decorative surface element covers Ifan element is accidentally turned on the decorative cover will beco
31. prices and additional information call 1 800 827 6655 Sears Installation Service For Sears professional installation of home appliances garage dooropeners waterheaters and other major home items in the U S A call 1 800 4 MY HOME In Canada Maintenance Agreements Your purchase has added value because you can depend on Sears HomeCentral for service With over 2400 Service Technicians and more than a million parts and accessories we have the tools parts knowledge and skills to ensure our pledge We Service What We Sell Your Kenmore productis designed manufactured and tested to provide years of dependable operation But like all products it may require service from time to time The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service program affordably priced The Sears Maintenance Agreement Is your way to buy tomorrow s service at today s price Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear and tear Provides phone support from a Sears technician on products requiring in home repair Even if you don t need repairs provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to ensure that your productis in proper running condition Some limitations apply For more information about Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements call 1 800 361 6665 Range features Surface Element Control Knob Your Electric Range Electronic Oven Controls Features Ata glance with Clock and Kitchen Ti
32. r local electric company for service Surface element does not heat No power to the appliance Check steps under Entire range or oven does not operate in this Before You Call checklist Too low heat setting Turn control to a slightly higher setting until element comes on incorrect control is on Be sure to use correct control for the element to be used Surface element too hot or not hot enough Incorrect control setting Raise or lower setting until proper amount of heat is obtained Dial markings are an indicator of relative heat settings and will vary slightly Voltage is incorrect Be sure appliance is properly connected to the specified power source If you are not sure about this requirement call 1 800 4 MY HOME for service See back cover Lightweight or warped pans were used Be sure to use proper cookware Use only flat bottom evenly balanced medium or heavyweight cookware Heavy and medium weight pans heat evenly Because lightweight pans heat 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 Drip bowls are pitting or rusting Foods with
33. rating and maintaining any appliance Printed in United States 2 Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance Save these instructions for future reference This manual contains many important safety messages Always read and obey all safety messages The safety symbol PY calls your attention to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others or cause damage to the product WAN Me Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in death or serious injury Ne le Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or product damage All safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed Remove all tape and packaging before using the range Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the range Never allow children to play with packaging material Proper Installation Be sure your appliance is prop erly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 latest edition and local code requirements Install only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this range In case of an emergency know how to disconnect the electrical power to the appliance at the circuit bre
34. storage lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down To Remove Oven Door 1 Open the door to the fully opened position 2 Pull up the lock located on both hinge supports and engage it in the hinge lever hooks Figure 1 You may have to apply a little downward pressure on the door to pull the locks fully over the hinge lever hooks 3 Grab the door by the sides and pull the bottom of the door up and toward you to disengage the hinge supports Keep pulling the bottom of the door toward you while rotating the top of the door toward the range to completely disen gage the hinge levers Figure 2 4 To clean oven door follow the instructions provided in the General Care amp Cleaning table To Replace Oven Door 1 Grab the door by the sides place the hinge supports in the hinge slots Open the door to the fully opened position 2 Disengage the lock from the hinge lever hooks on both sides Figure 3 Note Make sure the hinge supports are fully engaged before unlocking the hinge levers 3 Close the oven door Special Door Care Instructions Most oven doors contain glass that can break Read the following recommendations 1 Do not close the oven door until all the oven racks are fully in place 2 Donothit the glass with pots pans or any other object 3 Scratching hitting jarring or stressing the glass may weaken its structure causing an increased risk of breakage at a later time EZ General Care
35. t store items of interest to children in the cabinets above a range Children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured NANI ite Never use your appliance for warming up or heating up the room Storage in or on appliance Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven near surface units or in the drawer if equipped This includes paper plastic and cloth items such as cookbooks plasticware and towels as well as flammable liquids Do not store explosives such as aerosol cans on or near the appliance Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or property damage Donot leave children alone Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where appliance is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance DO NOTTOUCH SURFACE UNITS AREAS NEAR THESE UNITS OVEN HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OFTHE OVEN OR WARMER DRAWER if equipped Both surface and oven heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color Areas near surface units may become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they have had sufficient time to cool Among these areas are the cooktop surfaces facing the cooktop the oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings oven door and window Important Safety Instructions e Wear proper apparel Loose fitting or han
36. the variable broil function TIMER SET OFF PAD Used to STOP CLEAR Used to clear any set or cancel the minute timer CLOCK SET PAD function previously entered except the The minute timer does not start Used to set the time of time of day and minute timer Push STOP or stop cooking day CLEAR to stop cooking Note The graphics on your timer may not look exactly like those shown This doesn t change the way it operates 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 2 Within 5 seconds press and hold the ja or w until the correct time of day appears in the display Changing the Temperature Display Mode The electronic oven control temperature display mode was factory preset to display Fahrenheit F oven temperatures Note Oven cooking temperatures may be set from 170 F to 500 F 76 C to 260 C To change the Temperature Display Mode to C Celsius or from C to F do not use Bake or Broil while changing the Temperature Display Mode 1 Press amp hold the key pad for 6 8 seconds until F or C appears in the display Note At this time the display will show the current Temperature Display Mode whether set for F or C 2 Press the A key pad once to choose the Fahrenheit F mode or press the V key pad once
37. the oven door 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 this gasket Surface Elements and Drip Bowls Models with Coil Surface Elements Surface elements can be unplugged and removed to make cleaning the drip bowls easier The surface elements clean themselves when they are turned on Food spilled ona hot element will burn off Food spilled on a cold element can be cleaned with a damp cloth any remaining soil will burn off the next time elementis used NEVER IMMERSE A SURFACE ELEMENT IN WATER To remove surface element and drip bowls follow the instructions under General Care amp Cleaning Toclean drip bowls wash inhot soapy waterorin the dishwasher Rinse and dry while still warm Hard to remove burned on soils can be removed by soaking the drip bowls forabout20 minutesina slightly diluted liquid cleanser or solution made of equal parts ammonia and water Anylon scrubber may be used after soaking DO NOT use abrasive cleanser or steel wool as they will scratch the surface Always rinse with clean water and polish and dry witha soft cloth To replace drip bowls and surface elements follow the instructions under General Cleaning 15 General Care Cleaning contd Porcelain Enamel Cooktop Cleaning Instructions INN te Do not use a cooktop cleaner ona hot cooktop The fumes
38. uch as salt and pepper shakers spoon holders or ence the setting needed plastic wrappings on top of the cooktop when it is in use These items could melt or for best cooking results ignite Potholders towels or wood could catch fire if placed too close to the element Selecting Surface Cooking Cookware Correct conect Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware See Figure 5 Be sure to follow e Curved and warped pan bottoms e Flat bottom and straight w sides e Tight fitting lids ne the recommendations for using cookware as shown in Figure 6 Note The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results Weight of handle does not tilt pan Pan is well balanced e Pan sizes match the amount of food to be prepared and the size of the surface element e Made of a material that conducts heat well e Pan is smaller than element E e Pan overhangs element by more than one half inch Easy to clean Always match pot diameter to element surface diameter e Heavy handle tilts pan Figure 6 Cookware Material types The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom The most popular materials available are ALUMINUM Excellent heat conductor Some
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40. ven for roasting meat or baking casseroles The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance Baking problems and solutions Baking Problems Causes Cookies and biscuits burn on the bottom the oven before the preheating time is completed e Ovenrack overcrowded Pressel co e e Cookies and biscuits put into Dark pan absorbs heat too fast Corrections e Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before placing food in oven e Choose pan sizes that will permit 2 to 4 5 1 cm to 10 2 cm of air space on all sides when placed in the oven e Usea medium weight aluminum baking sheet Cakes too dark on gt top or bottom Cakes put into the oven before preheating time is completed e Oven rack position too high or low Oven too hot Cakes not done in Oven too hot the center E e Incorrect pan size e Pan not centered in the oven Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before placing food in the oven e Use proper rack position for baking needs e Setoven temperature 25 F 12 C lower than recommended e Setoven temperature 25 F 12 C lower than recommended e Use pan size suggested in recipe e Use proper rack position and place pan so there is 2 to 4 5 1 cm to 10 2 cm of space on all sides of pan Cakes not level e R
41. y cause severe burns Also do not place plastic or heat sensitive items on or near the oven vent These items could melt or ignite e Placement of oven warmer drawer if equipped Racks Always place oven racks in desired location while oven warmer drawer if equipped 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 warmer drawer if equipped Remove all utensils from the rack before moving e Donot use the broiler pan without its insert The broiler pan and its insert allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the high heat of the broiler e Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil Exposed fat and grease could ignite e Do not touch a hot light bulb with a damp cloth Doing so could cause the bulb to break Disconnect the appliance or turn off the power to the appliance before removing and replacing light bulb IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEAN ING YOUR RANGE e Clean the range 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 you are flaming food under the hood turn the fan on Refer to the hood manufacturer s instructions for cleaning ak CLEANING OVENS In the self c
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