KitchenAid KERS500 User's Manual
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1. e s the Temperature control turned to a temperature setting If the surface elements will not operate or seem to cook too slow Have you checked the main fuse or circuit breaker box e Is the Surface Element control knob turned to a setting other than OFF Are you using the proper cookware See page 6 Do the control knobs turn If the surface element control knob s will not turn Did you push in before trying to turn If the Self Clean Cycle will not operate e Are the Selector and Temperature controls set on CLEAN Did you push the Self Clean button e Is the Lock Lever all the Way to the right The Clean light will come on If the Oven Light burns out e See changing instructions on page 19 If cooking results aren t what you expected e Is the range level Are you using pans recommended in the Cooking Guide If baking have you allowed 1 to 2 inches 4 5 cm on all sides of the pans for air circulation Have you preheated the oven as the recipe calls for Are the pans the size called for in the recipe Are you following a tested recipe from a reliable source Do the cooking utensils have smooth flat bottoms and fit the surface element being used See the Cooking Guide for more information on cooking problems and how to solve them 21 22 If the problem is not due to one of the above items first call your dealer or repair service he re2. l Bae M KitchenAid 30 ELECTRIC FREESTANDING RANGE SELF CLEAN MODEL KERS500 USE amp CARE GUIDE CONTENTS Page BEFORE YOU USE YOUR RANGE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 PARTS AND FEATURES 4 USING THE SURFACE ELEMENTS 5 SETTING THE DIGITAL CLOCK 6 USING THE MINUTE TIMER 7 USING THE OVEN CONTROLS 7 etd ibt BONG WEEN 8 USING THE DIGITAL CLOCK WITH THE TIME BAKE 9 OVEN VENT 11 STORAGE DRAWER 11 USE amp CARE GUIDE STORAGE 12 OPTIONAL ROTISSERIE 12 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE 12 Control 12 Surface Elements and Drip Bowls 13 Lift Up Cooktop 14 Using the Self Clean Cycle 14 Oven Light 19 Cleaning Chart 20 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 21 KITCHENAID RANGE WARRANTY 24 BEFORE YOU USE YOUR RANGE Read this Use amp Care Guide and the Cooking Guide for important safety information You are personally responsible for e Reading and following all safety precautions in this Use amp Care Guide and the Cooking Guide e Installing the range where it is protected from the elements and on a floor strong enough to support Its weight e Properly connecting the range to electr
3. and a soft cloth to wipe the control panel Rinse and wipe dry mu i 3 Wash control knob in warm soapy water Do not soak Rinse well and dry 4 To replace turn knob so off is at the top Push control knobs straight back on Surface Elements To Replace and Drip Bowls 1 WARNING To avoid burns and possible electric shock be 1 WARNING To avoid burns sure the surface elements are and possible electric shocks OFF be sure surface elements are OFF and COOL SE us Ges e EE DEUS 2 Line up the opening in the drip bowl and notch in the trim ring with 2 Lift the edge of the element op the surface element receptacle posite the receptacle just enough to clear the drip bowl and trim ring 3 Hold the surface element as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle 3 Pull the surface element straight away from the receptacle 4 Lift out the drip bowl and trim ring 4 Push the surface element terminal oee the Cleaning Chart on page into the receptacle When the ter 20 for cleaning instructions minal is pushed into the recepta cle as far as it will go the surface element will fit into the trim ring j CAUTION Drip bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the surface elements They also help catch spills When they are kept clean they reflect heat better and look new longer If a trim ring gets discolored some of the utensils may not be flat eno
4. until clock shows the right time of day 2 Let the Minute Timer Knob pop out Turn clockwise until Minute Timer hand points to OFF NOTE The clock setting will change if you push in the knob when turning USING THE MINUTE TIMER The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven It works like a kitchen timer Set it in minutes up to an hour You will hear a buzzer when the set time is up Do not push in the knob when setting the Minute Timer 7 a 2 E D k LU Ln eem 2 WN 1 Without pushing in turn the Minute Timer Knob until the hand passes the setting you want mJ E iJ d 2 Ps Ee 2 Without pushing in turn the knob back to the setting you want When the time is up a buzzer will sound To stop the buzzer turn the Minute Timer hand to OFF Pushing in and turning the Minute Timer Knob changes the clock setting USING THE OVEN CONTROLS Baking 1 Position the rack s properly before turning on the oven To change rack position lift rack at front and pull out Racks should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven Always leave at least 1 2 to 2 inches 4 5 cm between the sides of the pan and the oven walls and other pans For more information see the Cooking Guide e go aroun gt Lock TEMPERATU 2 Set the Selector control to BAKE continued on next page Lock TEMPERATURE e SELECTOR 3 Set the Temp
5. LEAN CYCLE IT CAN BURN YOU Special Tips Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the clean cycle to help get rid of normal heat odors and smoke Clean the oven before it gets heavily soiled Cleaning a very soiled oven takes longer and results in more smoke than usual If the clean cycle doesn t get the oven as clean as you expected the cycle may not have been set long enough or you may not have pre pared the oven properly Set the clean time longer the next time and hand clean areas noted on page 15 continued on next page 17 How It Works During the self clean cycle the oven gets much hotter than it does for baking or broiling approximately 875 F 468 C This heat breaks up grease and soil and burns it off The graph shows approximate temperatures and times during a self clean cycle for 3 hours SELF CLEAN CYCLE THREE HOUR SETTING Approximate Temperatures and Times 1000 F 538 C Se E Bee 520 F 271 C LOCK LIGHT 400 F 204 C 200 F 93 C START Yo hr 1 hr 12hrs 2hrs 2ehrs 3hrs 3 2hrs STOP Notice that heating stops when the 3 hour setting is up but that it takes longer for the oven to cool down enough to unlock 18 The Oven Light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door To turn the light on when the door is closed push the Oven Light switch on the control panel Push it again to turn off the light WARNING To avoid p
6. NING When the oven is ON pans and pan handles left on or near the right rear surface ele ment can become hot enough to burn the user and to melt plas tics Never store plastic paper or other items that could melt or burn on or near the oven vent or on any of the surface elements THE STORAGE DRAWER The storage drawer is for storing pots and pans Use care when handling the drawer Removing the Storage Drawer 1 Pull drawer straight out to the first stop Lift front and pull out to the second stop 2 Lift back slightly and slide drawer all the way out Replacing the Storage Drawer 1 Fit ends of drawer slide rails into the drawer guides on both sides of opening 2 Lift drawer front Then push in until the stops on the drawer slide rails have cleared the stops on the drawer guides Lift drawer front again to clear the second stop Slide drawer closed 11 Use amp Care Guide Storage Store this booklet along with your Cooking Guide and sales slip in the Literature Pack inside the storage drawer OPTIONAL ROTISSERIE If you would like a rotisserie for your oven you can order a kit Part No 261881 from your KitchenAid dealer The kit includes easy installa tion instructions 12 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Control Panel 1 First make sure the control knobs are set to OFF Io remove pull knobs straight off 2 Use warm soapy water or spray glass cleaner
7. ROIL NS I OVEN RACK ELEMENT 322 NN GUIDE PASNE SELF CLEAN OVEN BAKE ELEMENT FIBERGLASS HEAT SEAL REMOVABLE STORAGE DRAWER LITERATURE PACK not shown OVEN DOOR OVEN LIGHT OVEN TEMPERATURE OVEN RIGHT FRONT SURFACE ELEMENT SWITCH CONTROL SELECTOR CONTROL KNOB INDICATOR Oven Light SURFACE ELB ENTS gp o OFF d t OFF M L e 4 ba Ka i dP d am A M D a 4 s i anon aL f Oven Lock TEMPERATURE SELECTOR WAS CLEAN LOCK OVEN RIGHT REAR POWER ON LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT CONTROL KNOB LIGHT USING THE SURFACE ELEMENTS Surface Element Indicators Surface Elements The solid dot in the surface ele Until you get used to the settings ment indicator shows which surface use the following as a guide For element is turned on by that knob best results start cooking at the high setting then turn the control knob Signal Light down to continue cooking One of the signal lights will glow when a surface Ape is n Use to start SURFACE cooking or to bring liquids to le a boil When cooking foods turn toa setting on or between 3 and LO when sizzle starts Control knobs must be pushed Use 5 to hold in before turning them to a set a rapid boil or ting They can be set anywhere to start frying between HI and OFF chicken or pan WARNING Be sure all lights are on OFF when you are not cooking or betwe d 3 Someone could be burn
8. ange PURCHASE Service must be provided 2 Instruct you how to use the range 3 Replace house fuses or correct by an authorized KitchenAid servicing outlet FIVE YEAR LIMITED Replacement of the electric WARRANTY element if found to be house wiring ONE YEAR FULL defective in materials or h PLUS SECOND workmanship WAEN Tange IS THROUGH FIFTH used in other than normal YEAR LIMITED home use FROM DATE OF C Damage resulting from PURCHASE TEN YEAR LIMITED accident alteration misuse abuse improper installation or installation Replacement of the porcelain WARRANTY oven cavity inner door if the ONE YEAR FULL part rusts through due to n PLUS SECOND defective materials or work THROUGH TENTH manship D Any labor costs during YEAR LIMITED the limited warranty FROM DATE OF E Replacement parts PURCHASE or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States Pick up and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home KITCHENAID INC DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state KitchenAi
9. ature control between 150 F and 350 F 65 5 and 142 C The lower the temperature the slower the cooking The oven Selector must be on BROIL for all broiling temperatures The door should be partly open whenever the oven is set to BROIL Leaving the door open allows the oven to maintain proper temperatures USING THE DIGITAL CLOCK WITH TIME BAKE The digital clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set even if you are not around Automatic baking is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven such as meats and casseroles Do not use the automatic cycle for cakes cookies etc which re quire a preheated oven for good results To start and stop baking automatically 1 Position the oven rack s properly and place the food in the oven wy OFF die SIUS 0 7 0 Ld RL 30 2 Make sure the clock is set to the right time of day nn P e eno on Ze cn CH c2 pe d SE Hate AM f 3 Push in and turn the Start knob clockwise to the time you want baking to start 9 4 Push in and turn the Stop knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off e oo aron S Lock TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 5 Set the Selector control to TIME BAKE Lock TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 6 Set the Temperature control to the baking temperature you want The oven will now start and stop automatica
10. ave stored in the oven They can t stand the high heat Wipe out any loose soil or grease This will help reduce smoke during the cleaning cycle If your oven has a rotisserie make sure the motor socket cover is closed Turn on the vent hood or kitchen vent during the cleaning cycle This will help remove smoke odor and heat that are narmal during the cycle SPECIAL CAUTIONS DO NOT use commerc al oven cleaners in your oven Damage to the porcelain finish may occur DO NOT force the Lock Lever you could bend or break it The lever is designed to stay locked until the oven is cool enough to safely open Wait until it moves freely DO NOT use foil or other liners in the oven During the cleaning cycle foil can burn or melt and damage the oven surface WARNINGS DO NOT block the vent during the clean cycle Air must move freely for best cleaning results DO NOT TOUCH THE COOKTOP OR OVEN DURING THE CLEAN ING CYCLE THEY COULD BURN YOU Setting the Controls for Self Clean Be sure the kitchen is ventilated during the Self Clean cycle This will help normal smoke and heat odors to disappear from the room as quickly as possible J Kim o VIT SELECTOR e Lock TEMPERATURE 1 Set the Selector control and Temperature control to CLEAN continued on next page 15 x Ze 30 DN 2 Make sure the Clock Start and 5 The Lock light will
11. come on and Stop times all have the right time the door will lock when the oven of day temperature exceeds normal baking temperatures The Lock Lever must not be moved and the door can t be opened when the light is ON as bw Le 3 Push in and turn the Stop knob clockwise 2 or 3 hours e Use 2 hours for light soil e Use 3 hours or more for moderate to heavy soll 6 After the cleaning cycle is completed the Lock light goes off Move the Lock lever back to the left Do not force it Wait until it moves easily This turns off the Clean light 4 Move the Lock Lever all the way to P the right The Clean light will come TE etg on only when the lever is in this position G Lock TEMPERATURE SELECTOR OFF A 4 S i fe Oven 7 Turn the Selector and the Temperature controls to OFF 16 8 After the oven is cool wipe off any residue or ash with a damp cloth If needed touch up spots with a soapy steel woo pad To stop the clean cycle at any time gt O Ai NW insta 4 Ze 4 Push in and turn the Stop knob clockwise until it points to the right time of day Ki e dp 404 it Oven TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 2 Turn the Selector and Temperature controls to OFF When the Lock light goes OFF move the Lock Lever back to the left DO NOT FORCE IT Wait until it moves easily WARNING DO NOT TOUCH THE RANGE DURING THE C
12. commends e All service should be handled locally by the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized KitchenAid servicer In the event you are unable to obtain the name of a local autho rized KitchenAid servicer call KitchenAid Consumer Affairs TOLL FREE 1 800 422 1230 e A Consumer Affairs representa tive can recommend a qualified service company in your area If you must call or write please provide Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase and complete description of the problem Write to KitchenAid Consumer Affairs KitchenAid Inc 3800 Space Drive Dayton Ohio 45414 4 If you are not satisfied with the action taken contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appli ance industry Contact them only when the dealer authorized servicer or KitchenAid Inc have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 MACAP will in turn inform us of your action KitchenAid ELECTRIC RANGE WARRANTY LENGTH KITCHENAID KITCHENAID OF WARRANTY WILL PAY FOR WILL NOT PAY FOR ONE YEAR FULL Replacement parts and A Service calls to WARRANTY repair labor to correct defects 1 Correct the installa FROM DATE OF in materials or workmanship tion of the r
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14. ed ora and LO when fire could start if a surface element is accidentally left ON sizzle starts continued on next page Use 4 for gravy puddings and icings or to cook large amounts of vegetables Turn to a setting on or between 2 and LO to finish cooking SURFACE SURFACE 99 Use 3 con sy tinue cooking after starting at 7 a higher setting Use LO to con tinue cooking after starting at a higher setting to keep food warm or to melt chocolate or shortening SURFACE Cookware Pans should be the same size or larger than the elements to prevent boilovers and hot handles Use only flat bottomed utensils for best cooking results and to prevent damage to the cooktop Specialty items with rounded or ridged bottoms woks ridged bottom pans and tea kettles are not recommended WARNING The surface element should never turn red during use If it turns red the bottom of the pan is not flat enough or too small for the size of the surface element Damage to the surface element cooktop wiring and or surrounding area could result If the pan is too small for the surface element you could be burned by the heat from the exposed section of the surface element See Cooking Guide for impor tant utensil information SETTING THE DIGITAL CLOCK Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the Clock 1 Push in the Minute Timer Knob and turn clockwise
15. erature control to the baking temperature you want The oven signal light will come on The oven is preheated when the oven signal light first goes off 4 Put food in the oven NOTE Oven racks walls and door will be hot During baking the elements will turn on and off to keep the oven temperature at the setting The oven signal light will turn on and off with the elements The top element heats during baking but does not turn red e e K sao Oven Lock TEMPERATURE E SELECTOR 5 When baking is done turn both the Temperature control and the Selector control to OFF Broiling 1 Position the rack before turning the oven on See broil chart in the Cooking Guide or a reliable cookbook for recommended rack positions 2 Put the broiler pan and food on the rack 3 Close the door to the Broil otop position open about 4 in 10 2 cm The door will stay open by itself ES sno 9 Oven Lock TEMPERATURE 5 SELECTOR 4 Set the Selector control and the Temperature control to BROIL C M e KH L 2 E K sao Ake Oven Lock TEMPERATURE E SELECTOR 5 When broiling is done turn both the Selector control and the Temperature control to OFF Variable Broil e If food is cooking too fast turn the Temperature control towards the lower settings until the oven signal light goes off e If you want the food to broil slower from the start set the Temper
16. ica supply and grounding e Making sure the range is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly e Properly maintaining the range e Using the range only for jobs expected of a home range See Cooking Guide for impor tant safety and use information SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using your range follow basic precautions including the following DO NOT allow children to use or play with any part of the range or leave them unattended near it They could be burned or injured DO NOT store things children might want above the range Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it DO NOT allow anyone to touch hot surface elements or heating ele ments Dark colored elements can still be hot enough to burn severely KEEP children away from the range when it is on The cooktop and oven walls racks and door can get hot enough to cause burns DO NOT use the range to heat a room Persons in the room could be burned or injured or a fire could start KEEP pan handles turned in but not over another surface element to avoid burns injury and to help pre vent the utensil from being pushed off the surface elements If you need service or call with a question have this information ready 1 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from plate just behind the oven door 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book and the sales
17. lly Oven Lock TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 7 After baking is done or to stop the oven before preset time turn both the Selector and the Temperature controls to OFF 10 To start baking now and stop automatically 1 Position the oven racks s prop erly and place the food in the oven 2 Make sure the clock is set to the right time of day 3 Push in and turn the Stop knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off 4 Set the Selector control to TIME BAKE 5 Set the Temperature control to the desired baking temperature 6 After baking is done or to stop the oven before the preset time turn both the Selector and the Temperature controls to OFF WARNING To avoid sickness and food waste e Use foods that will not go bad or spoil while waiting for cooking to start e Avoid using dishes with milk or eggs cream soups cooked meats or fish or any item with baking powder or yeast e Any food that has to wait for cooking to start should be very cold or frozen before it is put in the oven MOST UNFROZEN FOODS SHOULD NEVER STAND MORE THAN TWO HOURS BEFORE COOK ING STARTS THE OVEN VENT The oven vent is located under the right rear surface element When the oven is on hot air and moisture es cape from the oven through this vent You can cook on the unit or keep food warm on it while the oven is on Do not block the vent Poor bak ing can result if this vent is blocked WAR
18. ossible shock hazard turn off the electric power at the main power supply 1 Remove the bulb cover in the back of the oven by pulling out and pushing the wire holder to the side with a 40 watt appliance bulb 2 Remove and replace the light bulb 3 Replace the bulb cover and snap the wire holder in place 4 Turn the power back on at the main power supply CAUTION The bulb cover must be in place when using the oven The cover protects the bulb from breaking NOTE The Oven Light will not work during the self clean cycle 19 Cleaning Chart PART EXTERIOR SURFACES SURFACE ELEMENTS DRIP BOWLS AND TRIM RINGS BROILER PAN AND GRID CONTROL KNOBS CONTROL PANEL OVEN RACKS OVEN DOOR GLASS SELF CLEAN OVEN WHAT TO USE Soft cloth and warm soapy water Nylon or plastic scouring pad for stubborn spots No cleaning required Automatic dishwasher or warm soapy water and plastic scrubbing pad Warm soapy water or steel wool pad Warm soapy water and soft cloth Warm soapy water or spray glass cleaner Warm soapy water or soapy steel wool pads Spray glass cleaner warm SOapy water or plastic scrubbing pad For areas outside Self Clean area use warm soapy water or soapy steel wool pads HOW TO CLEAN e Wipe off regularly when cook top and oven are cool Do not allow food contain ing acids such as vinegar tomato lemon juice or milk
19. slip together in the Literature Pack furnished with this product Copy Your Model and Serial Numbers Here DO NOT use water on grease fires The fire will spread Cover fire with large lid or smother with baking soda or salt DO NOT wear loose or hanging garments when using the range They could ignite if they touch a hot surface element or heating element and you could be burned DO NOT heat unopened con tainers They could explode The hot contents could burn and container particles could cause injury When adding or removing food MAKE SURE to open the oven door all the way to prevent burns FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE THEY COULD IGNITE CAUSING EXPLOSION AND OR FIRE Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date EET PCM c Ue MET Service Company Phone Number Please fill out and mail the ownership registration card PARTS AND FEATURES Model KERS500 MINUTE TIMER DIGITAL CLOCK SURFACE ELEMENTS GE IS NM OFF Zo 60 z Wi D LP Si E 9 Ro yO 7 Ne 7 30 H u LEFT FRONT POWER ON LEFT REAR BAKE TIME CONTROL KNOB LIGHT CONTROL KNOB START STOP DIALS CONTROL PANEL OVEN VENT PLUG IN SURFACE ELEMENT REFLECTOR MODEL AND BOWL SERIAL NUMBER PLATE AUTOMATIC OVEN LIGHT SWITCH B
20. to remain on surface Acids will remove the glossy finish e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers e Spatters or spills will burn off e Do not immerse in water e Wipe out excess spills e Wash with other cooking utensils e Clean frequently e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers Do not place in Self Clean oven e Wash with other cooking utensils Wash rinse and dry well Do not soak Wash rinse and ary well e Follow directions provided with cleaner e Wash rinse and dry Use soapy steel wool pads for stubborn areas e Make sure oven is cool e Follow directions provided with cleaner e Wash rinse and dry well with a soft cloth Follow directions starting on page 17 Using the Self Clean Cycle Do not use commercial oven cleaners e Do not use foil to line the bottom of your Self Clean Oven M M M M IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE Follow These Steps 1 If your range should fail to operate review the following list before calling your dealer You could save the cost of a service call If nothing operates 15 the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage See Installation Instructions e Have you checked the main fuse or circuit breaker box If the oven will not operate Is the Selector turned to a setting BAKE BROIL but not TIME BAKE
21. ugh or some may be too large for the surface element In either case some of the heat that s meant to go into or around a utensil goes down and heats the trim ring This extra heat can discolor it See COOKING GUIDE for further information WARNING DO NOT LINE THE DRIP BOWLS WITH FOIL Shock or fire hazard could result 14 1 Lift front of cooktop at center and swing up the support rod 2 Carefully lower the cooktop onto the support rod WARNING Be sure the rod fits in the notch in the cooktop and is held securely The cooktop could accidentally fall and injure you 3 Wipe with warm soapy water Use soapy steel wool pad on stubborn spots CAUTION Do not drop the cook top Damage can result to the porcelain and cooktop frame Using the Self Clean Cycle The Self Clean cycle uses very high heat to burn away soil Before you start make sure you understand exactly how to use the cycle safely Before You Start 1 Clean the shaded areas by hand They do not get hot enough during the Self Clean cycle for soil to burn away Use hot water and detergent or soapy steel wool pad on DO NOT CLEAN SEAL ig CLEAN DOOR e The frame around the oven e The inside of the door especially the part outside the oven seal DO NOT clean the fiberglass seal DO NOT move it or bend it Poor cleaning and poor baking will result Remove the broiler pan and any pots or pans you may h
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