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Kenmore 4.2 cu. ft. Self-Clean Drop-In Electric Range - Black Owner's Manual

1. e NU le S 8 Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven When cooking the oven interior oven racks and cook top will become very hot which can cause burn l Be sure that the clock displays the correct time of day 2 Arrange oven racks and close oven door 3 Press Bake The display shows 350 4 Press JN or NY to set desired temperature the oven temperature may be adjusted in 5 F increments 1 C if the control is set to display Celsius When desired temperature is reached release arrow key for control to accept 5 Press Cook Time The display shows 00 6 Press the KN or NY to set the desired cook time Release arrow key when desired cook time appears in the display 7 Press Delay Start The time of day will appear in the display Press IN or NY until the desired starting time appears in the display and release arrow key 8 The oven will turn on at the set delayed starting time and begin heating When the oven temperature reaches the set temperature the PREHEAT indicator light will turn off and the oven control will beep three times El To cancel at anytime press stor To change the oven temperature or cook time after baking has started l Press Bake for oven temperature or Cook Time 2 Press SN or WV and release when the desired tempera ture or cook time setting appears in the display When the cook time runs out End will appear in the display The oven control will beep thr
2. e To maximize oven cooking space place the bottom oven rack on some models in the lowest rack position for roasting large cuts of meat Oven Controls CLOCK 7 ONN Q O PREHEAT ON OFF O e DOOR LOCKED NM STOP 5 Timer 15 OVEN LOCK 1 LIGHT Use to turn internal oven light on and off 13 STOP Cancels any active oven function except clock and 2 CLOCK Use with arrow keys to set time of day timer 14 Warm amp Hold Use to keep cooked food warm and at 3 Cook Time Use to set a specific amount of time needed for serving temperature for up to 3 hours cooking Automatically cancels cooking process at end of set time 15 OVEN LOCK Use STOP key to activate oven door lock 4 Self Clean Use to select 2 3 or 4hr Self Clean cycle Timer ON OFF Use to set and cancel the timer and to set Minimum amp Maximum Control Settings the Continuous Bake feature All of the cooking features listed have minimum and maximum 6 Delay Start Use with Bake and Self Clean functions to pro time and temperature settings that can be entered into the gram a delayed start bake or delayed start self clean cycle control An entry error tone three short beeps will sound if the 7 OVEN indicator light Glows each time the oven cycles on ia a A me miniEny nn ome allowable setting or above the maximum setting for the cooking to maintain the set oven temperature feature 8 PREHEAT indicator light
3. Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool If rack must be moved while oven is hot use extreme caution and do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition Remove all bakeware and utensils before moving the rack e Do not use a broiler pan without its insert Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat to drain away from the high heat of the broiler Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil exposed fat and grease could ignite e Protective liners Do not use aluminum foil to line surface unit drip bowls or oven bottoms except as suggested in the manual Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock or fire e Do not cook food on the oven bottom Always cook in proper bakeware and always use the oven racks IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP e Know which knob controls each surface heating unit Place a pan of food on the surface element unit before turning it on and turn the element off before removing the pan e Use proper pan size This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of utensil to elemen
4. any unused range if it is to be stored or discarded Save these instructions for future reference 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance Do not attempt to operate the range during a power failure If the power fails always turn off the range If the range is not turned off and the power resumes the range will begin to operate again Once the power resumes reset the clock and oven functions Cold temperatures can damage the elec tronic control When using this appliance for the first time or when the appliance has not been used for an extended period of time be sure the appliance has been in temperatures above 32 F O C for at least three hours before turning on the power to the appliance Be sure to have an appropriate foam type fire extinguisher available visible and easily located near the appliance IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN Never use your appliance for warming or heating the room Use care when opening oven door lower oven door or warmer drawer some models 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 Touching surfaces in this area when the oven is on may cause severe burns Do not place plastic or heat sensitive items on or near the oven vent These items can melt or ignite e Placement of oven racks
5. baking Open oven door only after shortest recommended baking time Solutions to Common Problems Before You Call Before you call for service review the following list It may save you time and expense Possible solutions are provided with the problem listed Problem Oven control panel beeps and displays any code error Poor baking results Appliance is not level Cannot move appliance easily Appliance must be accessible for service Entire appliance does not operate Flames inside oven or smoking from oven vent Self clean does not work Soil not completely removed after self clean Solution Oven control has detected a fault or error condition Press STOP to clear the error code Try bake or broil function If the error codes repeat turn off power to appliance wait five minutes and then reapply power to the appliance Set clock with correct time of day Try bake or broil function again If fault occurs again press STOP to clear Many factors effect baking results Use proper oven rack position Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate Preheat oven to the set temperature before placing food in the oven Try adjusting the recipes recommended temperature or baking time See Setting Self Clean on page 23 if you feel the oven is too hot or cold Be sure floor is level strong and stable enough to adequately support range If floor is sagging or sloping contract a carpenter to correct
6. cleaning solutions and spills may penetrate the cooktop and create a risk of electric shock Contact a qualified technician immediately Clean cooktop with caution If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area be careful to avoid steam burns Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE Wore Before manually cleaning any part of the range be sure all controls are turned off and the range is cool The range may be hot and can cause burns Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire Pay particular attention to the area around each surface element Do not allow grease to accumulate on the hood or filter Always follow the manufacturer s recom mended directions for use of kitchen cleaners and aerosols Be aware that excess residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and injury Clean ventilating hoods frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumu late on the hood or filter Follow the manufacturer s instructions for cleaning hoods Save these instructions for future reference 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR SELF CLEANING OVENS e Clean only the parts listed in this manual Before using self clean remove the broiler pan any food utensils and bakeware from the ove
7. illus trated in both Figure 2 and Figure 3 Figure 2 Testing cookware Check for flatness by rotating a straight edged ruler across the bottom of the cookware see Figure 2 Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element see Figure 3 e Flat bottom and straight Curved and warped pans sides e Tight fitting lids e Weight of handle does 6 pa not tilt pan Pan is well bal d e Cookware larger than n p a een ihih cooking area marked on 2 an sizes matc e amount of food to be cooktop by more than half inch or 12mm prepared and the size E S of the surface element e Made of material that conducts heat well e Heavy handle tilts pan e Easy to clean e Always match pot diameter to element pa AR size e Pan is smaller than the heating area marked on cooktop Figure 3 Proper cookware placement 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 types of food will cause itto darken Anodized aluminum cookware resists staining and pitting If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic cooktop they may leave metal marks which will resemble scratches Remove these marks immediately Copper Excellent heat condu
8. infor mation e ltis best to can small amounts and light loads Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended amount of time Alternate surface units between each batch to allow the units and surrounding surfaces to cool down Try to avoid canning on the same burner unit all day Setting Surface Controls Radiant Surface Element Settings The size and type of utensil used and the amount and type of food being cooked will influence the surface element power level setting needed for best cooking results The suggested settings found in are based on cooking with medium weight aluminum pans with lids Settings may vary when using other types of pans Table 1 Suggested settings for surface elements Settings Type of cooking High HI 9 Start most foods bring water to a boil pan broiling Medium high 7 8 Continue a rapid boil fry deep fat fry Medium 5 6 Maintain a slow boil thicken sauces and gravies or steam vegetables Medium Low 2 4 Keep foods cooking poach stew Low LO 1 8 Keep warm melt simmer Important notes e For efficient cooking turn off the element several minutes before cooking is complete This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process e The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular spot Use the graphics provided as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed Each surface element provides a cons
9. minutes Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth and then scrub with a soap filled non abrasive scouring pad Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth Do not allow food spills with high sugar or acid content milk tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices or pie filling to remain on the surface they may cause a dull spot even after cleaning For oven interior remove excessive spillovers from oven cavity bottom before starting Self Clean Clean any soils from oven frame and door liner outside the oven door gasket For very important cleaning precautions be sure to read all the instructions in the Self Clean section of the Oven Controls chapter on page 22 Remove oven racks from oven cavity before starting Self Clean Clean by using a mild abrasive cleaner following manufacturer s instructions Rinse with clean water dry and then replace in oven Use soap and water to 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 water 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 the oven door Do not use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop See Cooktop Maintenance on page 25 24 Cooktop Maintenance Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop Prior to using your cookto
10. programmed for silent operation To block the control from sounding when any key is pressed press and hold Delay Start key until the control beeps once about six seconds To return to the audible control mode press and hold Delay Start until the control beeps once about six seconds Operating Oven Light The oven light will automatically turn on when the oven door is opened The oven light does not operate during a self clean cycle Press the Q icon to turn the oven light on or off whenever the oven door is closed The oven light will not operate during a self clean cycle The oven light is located at the upper right rear wall of the oven interior and is covered with a glass shield held in place by screws The glass shield protects the bulb from high tempera tures and should always be in place when the oven is in use To replace the interior oven light see page 26 Changing the Temperature Display The electronic oven control is set to display Fahrenheit F when shipped from the factory The display may be changed to show either Fahrenheit or Celsius C oven temperatures To change temperature display mode from F to C or from C to F 1 Press Broil 2 Press JN until HI appears in the display 3 Press and hold Broil until F or C appears in the display 4 Press either IN or NS to toggle between F or C mode choices and release the arrow key 5 The display will sound an acceptance tone and the d
11. substances Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above a range or on the backguard of the range Children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured AY Read and follow the below instructions and precautions for unpacking installing and servicing your appliance e Remove all tape and packaging before using the range Dispose of the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the range Never 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 Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 latest edition and local electrical code requirements Install only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this range e User servicing Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifi cally recommended in the manuals All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician This reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to the range e Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an authorized repair service Know how to disconnect the power to the oven at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency e Never modify or alter the construction of a range by removing the leveling legs panels wire covers anti tip brackets screws or any other part of the range e Remove the oven door from
12. the appliance and be killed R e Verify the device is e Y engaged with the countertops or that the device has been installed to the walls of the cabinet the wall or the floor as per the installation instructions Ensure the anti tip device is re engaged with the countertop the walls of the cabinet the wall or the floor as per the installation instructions when the appliance is moved Do not operate the appliance without the anti tip device in place and engaged Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults N al appliance back Carefully attempt to tilt To check if the anti tip bracket is installed prop erly use both arms to grasp the rear edge of the appliance forward When properly installed the appliance should not tilt forward Refer to the anti tip bracket installation instructions supplied with your range for proper installation Do not leave children alone Children should not be left alone or unat tended in the area where appliance is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance including the oven door storage drawer lower broiler drawer warmer drawer or lower double oven Save these instructions for future reference 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance Stepping leaning or sitting on the door or drawers of a range can result in serious inj
13. the oven When baking cakes or cookies using two oven racks place cookware as shown in Figure 13 and place racks in rack positions 2 and 4 Dark or dull pans absorb more heat than shiny bakeware resulting in dark or over browning of foods lt may be necessary to reduce the oven temperature or cook time to prevent over browning of some foods Dark pans are recommended for pies shiny pans are recommended for cakes cookies and muffins Setting Cook Time Use Cook Time to set the amount of time needed for baking The oven will turn on immediately and stop automatically after the set cook time ends To program the oven to begin baking immediately and to shut off automatically IIA NSNINTE Food Poisoning Hazard Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or after cooking Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness 1 Be sure that the clock displays the correct time of day 2 Arrange oven racks and close oven door 3 Press Bake The display shows 350 4 By pressing JN or NY adjusted in 5 F increments 1 C if the control is set to dis the temperature may be play Celsius Release key when desired set temperature is in display 5 Press Cook Time The display shows 00 6 Press fn or NY to reach the desired cook time and release arrow key for oven control to accept cook time 7 When the oven temperature reaches the set temperature the PREHEAT indicator light turns off and the oven control will beep
14. the recommended CookTop Cleaning Creme to the ceramic surface on the web visit www sears com for replace ment cooktop cleaner item number 40079 Buff with a non abrasive cloth or sponge 30 Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Kenmore product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time That s when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product Here s what the Agreement includes M Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use not just defects Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty No deductibles no functional failure excluded from coverage real protection M Expert service by a force of more than 10 000 authorized Sears service technicians which means someone you can trust will be working on your product Unlimited service calls and nationwide service as often as you want us whenever you want us No lemon guarantee replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months Product replacement if your covered product can t be fixed Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request no extra charge Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution p
15. the situation Poor installation Place oven rack in center of oven Place a level on the oven rack Adjust leveling legs at base of appliance until the rack is level Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear not level Be sure cabinets are square and have sufficient room for appliance clearance Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly to allow clearance for appliance Contact builder or installer to make appliance accessible Carpet interferes with appliance Provide sufficient space so appliance can be lifted over carpet Make sure power cord is plugged in properly to the outlet Electrical power outage Check house lights to be sure Call your local electric company for service outage information Service wiring is not complete Call 1 800 4 MY HOME for assistance see back cover Excessive spills in oven Grease or food spilled onto oven bottom or oven cavity Wipe up excessive spills before starting oven If flames or excessive smoke are present when using broil see Self Clean on page 22 Oven control not set properly See Setting Self Clean on page 23 Self Clean was interrupted Review instructions in Setting Self Clean section on page 23 Excessive spills on oven bottom Clean before starting self clean Failure to clean 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 are not in the self clean
16. two different types of surface control indicator lights that will glow on the control panel the ELEMENT ON indicator light and the Hot Surface indicator lights The ELEMENT ON indicator lights are marked on the control panel and will glow when a surface cooking element is turned on A quick glance at these indicator lights after cooking is an easy check to be sure all surface controls are turned off Q ELEMENT ON Figure 4 Element indicator light The Surface indicator light is located on the cooktop It will glow when any cooking area heats up and will remain on until the cooktop has cooled to a moderate level HOT SURFACE Figure 5 Element indicator light Important notes e Never place or straddle a cooking utensil over two different surface cooking elements at the same time unless the utensil is designed for that purpose This can cause uneven heating results This can also cause the ceramic cooktop to fracture e Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the radiant heating element to cycle on and off even at the HI setting This helps to prevent damage to the ceramic smoothtop Cycling at the HI setting is normal and will occur more often if the cookware is too small for the radiant element of if the cookware bottom is not flat e Be sure to read the detailed instructions for ceramic glass cooktop maintenance and cleaning in the Care amp Cleaning and Before You Call checklist sections of this Use am
17. well ventilated using an open window ventilation fan or exhaust hood during the first self clean cycle This will help eliminate the normal odors associated with the first self clean cycle e Do not attempt to open the oven door when the OVEN LOCK indicator light is flashing Allow about 15 seconds for the motorized door latch mechanism to completely lock or unlock the oven door e When the clean time finishes the oven door will remain locked until the range has cooled sufficiently In addition to the clean time that was programmed you must allow about 1 additional hour for the oven to cool before you will be able to open the oven door e The Self Clean function will not operate whenever a radiant surface element is on or when the oven lockout is active Setting Self Clean To set Select Clean to start immediately l Be sure the oven in empty and all oven racks are removed Remove all items from the cooktop Be sure the oven door is completely closed 2 Press Self Clean The display shows 3 00 3 To change to a 2 hour clean time press NY until 2 00 appears in the display To select a 4 hour clean time press KN until 4 00 appears in the display 4 After selecting the clean time release the Arrow key for the oven control to activate the self clean The DOOR LOCKED indicator light illuminates and CLn appears in the display 5 When Self Clean cycle begins the motorized door latch mechanism automatically starts to lock th
18. Is on when oven is preheating Table 2 Minimum and maximum control settings Stays on until the oven reaches the desired temperature 9 DOOR LOCKED indicator light Is on when door locks or unlocks and when oven lockout is active Bake 170 F 77 C 550 F 288 C 10 Up Down arrows Use with the function keys to accept Broil LO 400 F 205 C HI 550 F 288 C settings and adjust temperature and times Timer 11 Hr 59 Min 1 Bake Selects Bake function Bake light illuminates when in Self Clean Foc use Warm amp Hold 170 F 77 C 3 hours 12 Broil Selects Broil function Broil light illuminates when in 1 00 Clock 12 59 Feature Min Temp or Time Max Temp or Time Oven Controls Setting the Clock When the appliance is first powered up or when the power sup ply to the appliance has been interrupted 12 00 will flash in the display The time of day must first be set before operating the oven Most models will not work properly without first setting the clock To set the clock l Press CLOCK once CLO appears in display 2 Press SN or NI and the time appears in the display Continue to hold the Arrow key until the correct time of day appears in the display 3 Release the Arrow key to accept time of day Important note The time of day cannot be changed when the oven is in use Silent or Audible Control Mode The oven control is factory preset with audible tones active The control may be
19. Jn or N By pressing JN or NY the oven temperature may be adjusted in 5 F increments 1 C if the control is set to display Celsius 4 Release Arrow key when desired temperature appears Fully preheat the oven before cooking items like cookies biscuits and breads When using any single rack position the rack so that the food is in the center of the oven Allow at least 2 inches 5 cm space between bakeware to allow for proper air circulation Do not open the oven door often Opening the door will reduce the temperature in the oven and may increase cooking time it Figure 13 Rack positions L and pan spacing R When the oven reaches the set temperature the PREHEAT Radiant Rack positions indicator light will turn off and the control will beep three times a To cancel bake at anytime press stor To change the oven temperature after Bake has started l Press Bake The current set oven temperature will display 2 Press fn or NY to increase or decrease the current set temperature to the new oven temperature 3 When the new oven temperature appears release the arrow key The control will automatically accept the change Important note e f you wish to bake longer than 12 hours see Changing Between Continuous Bake Setting and 12 Hour Energy Saving Feature on page 17 mode for detailed information When using any single rack position the rack so that the food is in the center of
20. Printed in the USA 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance Read all instructions before using this appli ance This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions Pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given Do not attempt to install or operate your appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION statement based on the hazard type DEFINITIONS A This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in death or serious injury MAN Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Important Indicates installation operation maintenance or valuable information that is not hazard related Storage in or on appliance Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven near surface units or in the storage drawer warmer drawer or lower oven This includes paper plastic and cloth items such as cookbooks plastic ware and towels as well as flammable liquids Do not store explosives such as aerosol cans on or near the oven Tip Over Hazard y y e A child or adult can tip
21. Use amp Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado English Espa ol Model Modelo 790 4253 790 4251 Kenmore Electric Range Estufa El ctrica color number n mero de color P N 139901301 Rev A Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www kenmore com www sears com Table of Contents Types of Cooktop Surface Elements cccssccsssrcsssrssssccessecessecesseeeees 11 UR maryrose susbedaesbdenacneunens 11 Please carefully read and save these instructions ommomommommmssmmomoo 2 Setting Surtace C ontrols wens swe aie loan cecil antowan 12 Kenmore Limited Warranty sins scovenbaguandsatiocniuecsansbons 2 Before Setting Oven ControlS ocononnocoonncconnnconnnonnncconnccconccconoccnonccnonccoonoos 14 Before Setting Surface Controls sscccssccsssscsssscsssssessccssseccesecessecesseeees 9 COVEN vent lOa Or ca 14 Using proper COOKW CIE vesical 97 MVCN CONOIS enirere ira ea 15 Cookware Material Types ssessesssessoesssossoessoessoessoessoeesoessoeseoessoessoessossooe 9 O A O AT T T 22 About the ceramic glass COOKION iii 95 Care Be CIS CIN a d n 24 About the Radiant Surface Elements ccoocnonnnconcconanonnnconncoocnoonnonncnooss 19 Before Vous Cl id 28 Element On and Hot Surface Indicator Lights ooooooomomsmmmsmmoo 10 Solutions to Common Problems sccsssccssscessccsseecsseccssscceseecessecees 29 Please carefully read and save these in
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23. appliance When rinsing use clean water and a cloth or sponge and be sure to squeeze excess water from cloth or sponge before wiping the control panel Only use cleaners and polishes that are specifically manufactured for cleaning stainless steel Always rub in direction of metal grain to avoid damaging Do not use cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides or chlorine Do not use harsh scrubbing cleaners Polish with a lint free cloth Always be sure to wipe excess cleaner polish off from the metal surface as bluish stains may occur during future oven heating that cannot be removed Clean heavier soils with hot soapy water and a cloth or sponge Rinse and dry using clean water and a cloth Only use cleaners and polishes that are specifically manufactured for cleaning stainless steel Always rub in direction of metal grain to avoid damaging Do not use cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides or chlorine Do not use harsh scrubbing cleaners Polish with a lint free cloth Always be sure to wipe excess cleaner polish off from the metal surface as bluish stains may occur during future oven heating that cannot be removed Clean heavier soils with hot soapy water and a cloth or sponge Rinse and dry using clean water and a cloth Gentle scrubbing with a soapy non abrasive 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
24. ay be set from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes To set the timer l Press Timer ON OFF 2 Press and hold SN to increase the time Release SN when the desired time appears in the display Release and the timer will begin to count down 4 When the set time has run out the timer will sound with three beeps and will continue to beep three times every 60 seconds until Timer ON OFF is pressed To change time remaining in timer press and hold JN or NY to increase or decrease any time remaining To cancel the timer at any time press Timer ON OFF once Important notes e The timer does not start or stop the cooking process It serves as an extra timer in the kitchen that will beep when the set time has run out The timer may be used alone or when any other oven function is active e The indicator light located above Timer ON OFF will glow when the timer is active e The timer will display hours and minutes until 1 hour remains When less than 1 hour remains the display will count down in minutes and seconds Once the timer has less than 1 minute remaining only seconds will display 17 Oven Controls Changing Between Continuous Bake Setting and 12 Hour Energy Saving Feature The oven control has a factory preset 12 Hour Energy Saving feature that will turn the oven off automatically if the oven is left on for more than 12 hours The control may be programmed to override this feature to continuously bake To change t
25. ctor but discolors easily see Aluminum Stainless Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results Is durable easy to clean and resists staining Cast Iron A slow 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 Important note Do not place empty aluminum glass or porcelain enamel coated cookware on the ceramic cooktop The melting point of cookware made with these materials may be reached quickly especially if left empty and they may bond to the ceramic cooktop If the cookware melts it will damage the cooktop Be sure to follow all the cookware manufacturer s suggestions when using any type of cookware on the ceramic cooktop About the ceramic glass cooktop The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the glass The design of the ceramic cooktop outlines the size and type of element available Be sure to match the pan size with the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop and only flat bottomed cookware should be used The type and size of cookware the number of surface elements in use and their settings are a
26. e oven door and the DOOR LOCKED indicator light flashes Do not open the oven door when the DOOR LOCKED indicator light is flashing Allow about 15 seconds for the oven door to completely lock Once the oven door is locked the DOOR LOCKED indicator light will glow steadily When CLn will appears in the display Self Clean is active Wo ale Use caution when opening the oven door after self cleaning The oven bake and broil elements may still be very hot and can cause burns To avoid possible burns stand to the side of the oven when opening the oven door to allow hot air or steam to escape When Self Clean is finished 1 The time of day will appear in the display window and the and the DOOR LOCKED indicator light will continue to glow 2 Once the oven has cooled down about 1 hour and the DOOR LOCKED indicator light has turned off the oven door may be opened 3 When the oven interior has completely cooled wipe away any residue or powdered ash with a damp cloth or paper towel 23 Oven Controls Delayed Start Self Clean To start Delay Start Self Clean l Be sure the oven is empty and all oven racks are removed Remove all items from the cooktop Be sure oven door is completely closed 2 Be sure the clock shows the correct time of day 3 Press Delay Start 4 Press and hold IN to scroll to the time desired to start the self clean cycle and release arrow key when the desired start time is displayed Pres
27. eam away from you Safe canning requires that harmful micro organisms are destroyed and the jars are sealed completely When canning in a water bath canner a gentle but steady boil must be maintained continuously for the required time Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance Check with the United States Department of Agriculture USDA website www usda gov and be sure to read all the information they have available as well as follow their recommendations for home canning procedures Use only quality flat bottom canners when home canning Use a straight edge to check canner bottom Use only a completely flat bottom canner with no ridges that radiate from the bottom center when home canning Heat is soread more evenly when the bottom surface is flat Make sure the diameter of the canner does not exceed 1 inch beyond the surface element markings or burner It is recommended to use smaller diameter canners on electric coil and ceramic glass cooktops and to center canners on the burner grates e Start with hot tap water to bring water to boil more quickly e Use the highest heat seating when first bringing the water to a boil Once boiling is achieved reduce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain that boil e Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning
28. ean cycle is complete the oven may still be very hot Care amp Cleaning Table 4 Cleaning Recommendations Surface Type Control knobs Painted body parts Painted decorative trim Aluminum plastic or vinyl trim Control panel Control keypad membrane Decorative trim some models Stainless Steel some models Easy Clean Stainless Steel some models Porcelain enamel broiler pan and insert available by mail order Door liner and parts Oven interior Oven racks Oven door Ceramic cooktop Recommendation Use hot soapy water and a cloth For more difficult soils and built up grease apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil Leave on soil for 30 60 minutes Rinse with a damp cloth and dry Do not use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials they can scratch To remove control knobs turn to OFF position Grasp firmly and pull straight off the shaft To replace knobs after cleaning line up the flat sides of both knob and shaft then push knob into place Before cleaning the control panel turn all controls off activate oven lockout on some models and if needed remove any knobs from panel Do not use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials they can scratch Clean using hot soapy water and a cloth or sponge Be sure to squeeze excess water from cloth or sponge before wiping control panel especially when wiping around the controls area Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the
29. ee times every minute until stor is pressed Oven Controls Setting Broil Use the Broil function to cook meats that require direct exposure to flame heat for optimum browning results The Broil function is factory preset to broil at 550 F The suggested broil settings found in Table 3 below are recom mendations only Increase or decrease broiling times or move to a different rack position to suit for doneness If the food you are broiling is not listed in the table follow the instructions provided in your cookbook and watch the item closely To set Broil 1 Arrange the oven rack when cool For optimum browning results preheat oven for two minutes before adding food 2 Position cookware in oven Close oven door when broiling 3 Press Broil HI will appear in display 4 Press KA or NS until the desired broil setting level appears in the display Press ASN for HI broil or NY for LO broil setting and release arrow key Preheat for 2 minutes Broil with the door closed 6 Turn food over and broil on the other side 7 When finished broiling or to cancel at any time press stor Will Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven When cooking the oven interior oven racks and cooktop will become very hot which can cause burns NW NINE Should an oven fire occur close the oven door and turn the oven off If fire continues use a fire extinguisher Do not put water or flour on fire Flour may be explos
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31. en before preheating time is completed Rack position too high or too low Oven too hot Oven too hot Incorrect pan size Pan not centered in oven Oven not level Pan too close to oven wall or rack overcrowded Pan warped Oven too cool Oven overcrowded Oven door opened too frequently Corrections Allow oven to preheat to desired temperature before placing food in oven Choose pan sizes that permit 2 to 4 of air space 5 1 cm to 10 2 cm on all sides when placed in the oven Use a medium weight baking sheet Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before placing food in the oven Use proper rack position for baking needs Set oven temperature 25 F 13 C lower than recom mended Set oven temperature 25 F 13 C lower than recom mended Use pan size suggested in recipe 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 Place a marked glass measuring cup filled with water on the center of the oven rack If the water level is uneven refer to the installation instructions for leveling the oven 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 Do not use pans that are dented or warped Set oven temperature 25 F 13 C higher than suggested and bake for the recommended time Be sure to remove all pans from the oven except the ones to be used for
32. ese items melt on the cooktop they may damage the ceramic cooktop l Place correctly sized cookware on surface element 2 Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction to the desired setting See Figure 9 3 When cooking is complete turn the surface element to the OFF position before removing the cookware OFF O LO HI 2 8 3 7 4 6 MED Figure 9 Single radiant element Dual Radiant Surface Elements some models To operate the dual radiant element 4h CAUTION Surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off The surface element may still be hot and burns may occur if the surface element is touched before it has cooled sufficiently Mo VI iloJ 8 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 wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements Wo Do not allow aluminum foil empty glass porcelain cookware or any material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic cooktop If these items melt on the cooktop they may damage the ceramic cooktop l Place correctly sized cookware on surface element 2 Push in and turn the surface control knob clockwise to begin heating both the inner and outer portions of the element marked dual See Figure 9 Important note Please note that you may switch f
33. failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product N Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose 8 Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recom mended in all instructions supplied with the product 9 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 allow the exclusion or limi tation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A All rights reserved
34. he oven temperature at 170 F 77 C To set Warm amp Hold l If needed arrange oven racks and place cooked food in oven 2 Press Warm amp Hold HLd will appear in the display 3 Press the Arrow The oven control will beep when Warm amp Hold is accepted STOP 4 Toturn Warm amp Hold off at any time press To set Warm amp Hold to start after a Timed Bake automatically l Press Bake Press SNo W to set temperature and release the arrow key for the oven to accept the set temper ature 2 Press Cook Time 3 Press SN NS to set time Release arrow key when desired cook time appears in the display 4 Press Warm amp Hold The oven control will beep when Warm amp Hold is accepted 5 Warm amp Hold is set to turn on automatically after the Timed Bake or Delay Timed Bake has finished The Warm amp Hold indicator light will glow indicating that the Warm amp Hold feature is set to start when the timed bake is finished 21 Oven Controls Adjusting Oven Temperature Your appliance 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 think the oven is cooking too hot or too cool for your rec ipe times you may adjust the User Programmable Offset UPO so the oven cooks hotter or cooler than the oven temperature displayed The oven temperature may be increased as
35. her metals Care must be taken when aluminum pots or pans are used on the cooktop If aluminum pans are allowed to boil dry when using the cooktop not only will the utensil be damaged or destroyed but it may fuse to break or mark the ceramic glass surface permanently damaging the cooktop surface 26 Replacing the Oven Light some models The oven light is located at the rear of the oven cavity and is covered with a glass shield held by screws The glass shield protects the light bulb and must be in place whenever the oven is in use Figure 19 Replacing the oven light To replace the interior oven light bulb Mo VW ilo N 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 1 Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the appliance 2 Press wire holder to one side to release the glass shield that covers the light bulb Unscrew the glass cover by turning it counter clockwise 4 Replace light with a new halogen bulb only Replace glass shield over bulb and snap wire holder back into place Turn power on at the main source or plug the appliance in The clock will then need to be reset To reset see Setting the Clock on page 16 Care amp Cleaning Removing and Replacing the Lift Off Oven Door 7IWey Unsle g To avoid possible injury when removing or replacing the oven door follow the i
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37. ing area but they get hot enough to burn on residue Clean these areas before starting the self cleaning cycle Burned on residue can be cleaned with a stiff nylon brush and water or a nylon scrubber Be careful not to damage the oven gasket 29 Before You Call Oven smokes excessively when broiling Oven racks discolored or do not slide easily Oven light does not work Surface element is too hot or not hot enough Surface element does not heat or does not heat evenly Oven portion of appliance does not operate Scratches and abrasions on cooktop surface Brown streaks or specks on cooktop surface Areas of discoloration with a metallic sheen on cooktop surface Incorrect setting Follow broiling instructions on page 22 Meat too close to the broil element Reposition broil rack to provide proper clearance between the meat and broil element Meat not properly prepared Remove excess fat from meat Cut remaining fatty edges to prevent curling Grease build up on oven surfaces Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling frequently Grease or food splatters will cause excessive smoking Oven racks left in oven cavity during self clean Always remove oven racks from oven cavity before starting a self clean cycle Clean using a mild abrasive cleaner following manufacturer s instructions Rinse with clean water dry and replace in oven Be sure the oven light is secure in the socket See Replacing the Oven Light some
38. isplay will return to the time of day Important note The temperature display mode cannot be changed when the oven is in use Oven Lock The OVEN LOCK feature allows you to lock the oven portion of the appliance while the oven is not in use To activate OVEN LOCK feature l Be sure the door is completely closed 2 Press and hold STOP for three seconds Loc will appear in the display The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will flash while the motor driven door latch begins locking the oven door Do not open the door during this time Allow 15 sec onds for the door to completely lock Once oven door is locked the time of day will appear in the display To cancel the OVEN LOCK feature l Press and hold STOP for three seconds The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will flash and the motor driven door latch will begin to unlock Do not open the door at this time The door will unlock completely in about 15 seconds Important notes e The Oven Lock feature automatically activates while the oven is in self clean and cannot be canceled without canceling the self clean cycle e To avoid possible damage to the oven door latch mechanism do not attempt to open or close the oven door whenever the DOOR LOCKED indicator light is flashing e If a control key is pressed when the OVEN LOCK is active Loc will appear in the display as a reminder that the oven keys are inactive when the OVEN LOCK feature is active Setting the Timer The timer m
39. ive Important notes e Always arrange oven racks when the oven is cool e Do not use a broil pan without the broil pan insert Inserts are designed to drain the grease from the food and help avoid splatter and reduce smoking Do not cover insert with foil The exposed grease could ignite e When broiling always pull the oven rack out to the stop position before turning or removing food e To purchase broil pan and insert call Sears at 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 and order broiler kit 5304442087 S LA MU IAN o Figure 14 Broiler pan and Figure 15 Rack positions insert Table 3 Suggested Broil Settings Food Rack Position Setting Cook time in minutes Doneness Ist side 2nd side Steak 1 inch thick Ath or 5th2 Hi 8 6 Medium Steak 1 inch thick Steak 1 inch thick Pork Chops 3 4 inch thick Ath Chicken bone in Ath Chicken boneless Ath Fish Ath Shrimp 3rd Hamburger 1 inch Ath or5th 1 Cook times are suggestions and should only be used as a guide 2 Use offset rack if available only in rack position 5 em rm N O 12 10 Medium Warm amp Hold Warm amp Hold will keep cooked foods warm and ready for serving for up to three hours after cooking has finished After three hours the Warm amp Hold will shut off automatically Warm amp Hold should only be used with foods that are already at serving temperatures Warm amp Hold will maintain t
40. king results and may cause permanent damage to the oven interior The temperatures reached during the self clean process are hot enough to melt the foil Only use aluminum foil as recom mended in this manual Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or fire Air circulation in the oven For best baking results allow 2 to 4 5 cm to 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 Hot air must be able to circulate around the cookware in the oven for even heat to reach around the food Oven Rack Description Mel ilo N y Before using the self clean feature be sure to remove all oven racks and accessories from the oven cavity to avoid damage to oven racks If the oven racks are not removed they may discolor Remove all items from the oven and cooktop including cookware utensils and any aluminum foil Aluminum foil will not withstand high temperatures from a self clean cycle and will melt flat handle oven rack Figure 12 Types of oven racks Important note e The flat oven rack some models or flat handle oven rack some models may be used for most cooking needs e The offset oven rack on some models is designed to place the base of the rack about 1 2 of a rack position lower than flat oven racks This design allows several additional positions between the flat rack positions
41. ll factors that will affect the amount of heat that will spread to areas beyond the surface elements The areas surrounding the elements may become hot enough to cause burns Before Setting Surface Controls About the Radiant Surface Elements The element temperature rises gradually and evenly As the temperature rises the element will glow red To maintain the selected setting the element will cycle on and off The heating element retains enough heat to provide a uniform and consistent heat during the off cycle For efficient cooking turn off the surface element just before cooking is complete This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process Me aoni Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled sufficiently Mo tnale 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 wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements USB Do not allow aluminum foil empty glass porcelain cookware or any material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic cooktop If these items melt on the cooktop they may damage the ceramic cooktop 10 Element On and Hot Surface Indicator Lights Your appliance is equipped with
42. models on page 26 Incorrect surface control setting Adjust power level setting Be sure the correct surface control knob is turned on for element needed Lightweight or warped pans used Use only flat evenly balanced medium or heavy weight cookware Flat pans heat better than warped pans Cookware materials and weight of the material affect heating Heavy and medium weight pans heat evenly Because lightweight pans heat unevenly foods may burn easily The time of day is not set The oven clock must first be set in order to operate the oven Be sure oven controls are set properly See Setting the Clock on page 16 and review instructions for the desired cooking function in this manual Service wiring is not complete Coarse particles such as salt or hardened soils between cooktop and utensils can cause scratches Be sure cooktop surface and bottoms of utensils are clean before usage Small scratches do not affect cooking and will become less visible with time Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic glass cooktop have been used Apply the recommended CookTop Cleaning Creme to the ceramic surface on the web visit www sears com for replacement cooktop cleaner item number 40079 Buff with a nonabrasive cloth or sponge Cookware with rough bottom was used Use smooth flat bottomed cookware Boilovers are cooked onto surface Use razor blade scraper to remove soil Mineral deposits from water and food Remove using
43. more detailed information about cleaning specific parts of the range Wey Nth ale Before manually cleaning any part of the range be sure all controls are turned off and the range is cool The range may be hot and can cause burns Me ile Ammonia must be rinsed before operating the oven Provide adequate ventilation Cooktop Cleaning 7 INA NEININE Do not use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop The fumes can be hazardous to your health and can chemically damage the ceramic glass surface Me NU Le Before cleaning the cooktop be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is cool The glass surface could be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled sufficiently Aluminum Foil and Utensils Anie Never cover any slots holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with materials such as aluminum foil Aluminum foil linings may trap heat causing a fire hazard 7M ININ e Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil to line the oven bottom Only use aluminum foil as recommended in this manual Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or fire e Aluminum foil Use of aluminum foil on a hot cooktop can damage the cooktop Do not use thin aluminum cooking utensils or allow aluminum foil to touch the surface elements under any circumstances e Aluminum utensils The melting point of aluminum is much lower than that of ot
44. much as 35 F 19 C or decreased 35 F 19 C from the factory cali brated settings To adjust oven temperature 1 Press Bake 2 Press and hold SN until 5 5 O appears 3 Press and hold Bake until O appears 4 Use the JN or NY keys to adjust to the temperature in 1 F increments Release the arrow key for control to accept the change 6 If the STOP key is pressed during the programming mode the UPO value will remain unchanged Important notes e Making oven temperature adjustments will not change the Broil or Self Clean operating temperatures e Do not use oven thermometers such as those found in grocery stores to check the temperature settings inside your oven These oven thermometers may vary as much as 20 F to 40 F from actual temperatures e The oven temperature adjustment may be made if your oven control is set to display C temperatures Minimum and maximum settings for C is plus or minus 19 C e If the display mode is set for C adjustments made will be in 1 C increments on each press of SN or N Oven Controls Self Clean A self cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures well above normal cooking temperatures which eliminate soils com pletely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash You can wipe these soils away afterwards with a damp cloth The Self Clean function allows you to select three different cleaning times from 2 3 or 4 hours A 3 hour cleaning time is bes
45. n Remove oven racks unless otherwise instructed e 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 essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the gasket e Some birds are extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self clean cycle of any oven Move birds to another well ventilated room Do not touch surface heating units or surface cooking elements areas near these surface heating units or interior surface of the oven Both surface heating and oven heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color Areas near surface cooking 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 cook top surfaces facing the cook top the oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings oven door and oven door window GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock Failure to follow this warning may cause serious injury fire or death For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded For maximum safety the power cord must be plugged into an elec trical outlet that is the correct voltage is correctly polarized and properly grounded in accordance wi
46. n anual preventiva de mantenimiento del producto puede solicitarla en cualquier momento sin costo alguno M R pida asistencia telef nica la cual denominamos Soluci n r pida es decir asistencia telef nica a trav s de cualquiera de nuestros representantes de Sears sobre cualquiera de nuestros productos Piense en nosotros como en un manual parlante del usuario M Protecci n contra fallas el ctricas contra da os debidos a fluctuaciones de la corriente el ctrica M 250 al a o para cubrir cualquier posible deterioro de alimentos que haya tenido que desechar debido a una falla mec nica de cualquiera de nuestros refrigeradores o congeladores cubiertos por este acuerdo M Devoluci n de gastos de alquiler de electrodom sticos si la reparaci n de su producto asegurado toma m s que el tiempo prometido M 25 de descuento aplicable tanto a los costos del servicio de reparaci n como de las piezas instaladas relacionadas que no hayan quedado cubiertos por este acuerdo Una vez que haya realizado el pago de este acuerdo bastar una simple llamada telef nica para concertar una visita de servicio Puede llamar a cualquier hora del d a o de la noche o bien concertar una visita de servicio por Internet La adquisici n del Acuerdo maestro de protecci n es una inversi n exenta de riesgos Si por cualquier motivo decide cancelar dicho acuerdo durante el periodo de garant a del producto le haremos un reintegro total d
47. n the oven door horizontal with floor See Figure 20 4 Push the door hinge locks up towards and into the oven frame on both left and right oven door hinges See Figure 21 to the locked position then close the oven door Figure 22 How to remove door Special care instructions Most oven doors contain glass that can break Follow these recommendations e Do not close the oven door until all the oven racks are fully roller in place inside the oven cavity pin e Do not hit the glass with pots pans or any other object hinge arm e Scratching hitting jarring or stressing the glass may weaken its structure causing an increased risk of breakage at a later time Figure 23 Hinge pin locations 27 Before You Call Oven Baking For best cooking results heat the oven before baking cookies breads cakes pies or pastries etc There is no need to preheat the oven 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 Cookies and biscuits burn on the bottom Cakes too dark on top or bottom Cakes not done in center Cakes not level Foods not done when cooking time is over Baking Problems and Solutions Causes Cookies and biscuits put into oven before the preheating time is completed Oven rack is overcrowded Dark pans absorbs heat too fast Cakes put in ov
48. nstructions below carefully Ieo D Oven door hinge locations D E coal Figure 20 Oven hinge locations and always hold the oven door with both hands positioned away from the door hinge area A Nilo The door is heavy For safe temporary storage lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down To remove the oven door l Open oven door completely horizontal with the floor See Figure 20 2 Pull the door hinge locks on both left and right door hinges down from the oven frame completely towards the oven Al Y 5 With the oven door in the broil stop position lift the oven 4 door hinge arms over the roller pins located on each side of door See Figure 21 A tool such as a small flat blade screwdriver may be required 3 Firmly grasp both sides of oven door along the door sides Do not use the oven door handle See Figure 22 4 Close the door to the broil stop position the oven door will stop into this position just before fully closing the oven frame See Figure 22 To replace oven door 1 Firmly grasp both sides of oven door along the door sides Do not use the oven door handle See Figure 22 2 Holding the oven door at the same angle as the removal position seat the hook of the hinge arm over the roller pins located on each side of the oven door frame See Figure 23 The hook of the hinge arms must be fully seated onto the roller pins 3 Fully ope
49. nts ement only Areas that heat are shown darkened Figure 10 Dual radiant surface element operation Before Setting Oven Controls Oven vent location The oven vent is located under the control panel See Figure 11 When the oven is on warm air passes through this vent This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results Do not block oven vent Doing so may cause cooking failures fires or damage to the range Steam or moisture may appear near the oven vent This is normal Figure 11 Oven vent location Removing replacing and arranging flat or offset oven racks 7iWey Uhate g Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven When cooking the oven interior and exterior oven racks and cooktop will become very hot which can cause burns To Arrange Always arrange the oven racks when the oven is cool prior to operating the oven To Remove Pull the oven rack straight forward until it reaches the stop position Lift up the front of the oven rack slightly and slide out To Replace Place the oven rack on the rack guides on both sides of oven walls Tilt the front of oven rack upward slightly and slide the oven rack back into place Be sure oven racks are level before using Me NU ilo NY Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil to line the oven walls racks bottom or any other parts of the range Doing so will alter heat distribution produce poor ba
50. o continuous bake mode Press and hold Timer ON OFF until the control beeps once about six seconds hr will appear in display The control is set for continuous bake setting To change to 12 Hour Energy Saving feature Press and hold Timer Set Off until the control beeps once about six seconds 12hr will now appear in display The control is set for 12 Hour Energy Saving feature Important note Changing between continuous bake or the 12 Hour Energy saving mode does not change how the cooktop controls operate Oven Controls Setting Bake Use the bake function whenever the recipe calls for baking using For best results normal temperatures The PREHEAT oven light is on until the set bake temperature is reached when a reminder tone will sound to inform the user that the set bake temperature has been reached Bake may be programmed for any temperature from 170 F to 550 F 77 C to 288 C The factory preset bake temperature is 350 F 177 C e Nee XB Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven When cooking the oven interior oven racks and cook top will become very hot which can cause burns To set Bake for 350 F 1 Arrange oven racks and close oven door 2 Press Bake The display shows 3 5 O The light above the Bake key illuminates while in use The OVEN indicator light will glow each time the oven cycles on to maintain the set oven temperature 3 To set temperature press
51. ompra inteligente Su nuevo producto Kenmore est dise ado y fabricado para brindarle a os de funcionamiento fiable Pero como cualquier producto puede necesitar mantenimiento preventivo o reparaciones peri dicas Es por eso que tener un Acuerdo maestro de protecci n podr a ahorrarle dinero y molestias El Acuerdo maestro de protecci n tambi n sirve para prolongar la durabilidad de su nuevo producto El acuerdo incluye lo siguiente M Piezas y mano de obra necesarias para contribuir a mantener el funcionamiento adecuado de los productos utilizados en condiciones normales de uso no s lo en caso de defectos de los productos Nuestra cobertura va mucho m s all que la garant a del producto No se aplican deducibles ni exclusiones por fallas del funcionamiento es decir verdadera protecci n M Servicio t cnico por expertos m s de 10000 t cnicos autorizados de Sears lo cual significa que quien repare o realice el mantenimiento de su producto ser un profesional de confianza M Servicio t cnico a escala nacional y n mero ilimitado de llamadas de solicitud de servicio t cnico se puede poner en contacto con nosotros cuantas veces lo desee y cuando lo desee M Garant a sin sorpresas se reemplaza el producto cubierto por el acuerdo si ocurren cuatro o m s fallas del producto en un periodo de 12 meses M Reemplazo del producto en caso de que no se pueda reparar el producto cubierto por el acuerdo M Revisio
52. p Care Guide Types of Cooktop Surface Elements The ceramic glass cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the glass The patterns on the ceramic class will outline the size and type of element available The single radiant element or elements will have one round outline pattern shown on the cooktop The warmer zone feature on some models located on the center rear area of the cooktop uses one round outline and is designed to keep food warm only A dual radiant element on some models allows the user to set the smaller inner portion as a single element or both inner and outer portions may be set to heat together See Figure 6 below OFF O LO HI HI HI 8 8 2 8 6 6 3 7 d f 4 6 2 MED LO LO Figure 6 Single L and dual R radiant elements SINGLE OFF DOUBLE Turbo Boil Feature some models Your appliance may be equipped with a special element on the ceramic cooktop marked TURBO BOIL These higher wattage radiant elements are best used when bringing larger quantities of liquid to temperature and when preparing larger quantities of food OFF o LO TURBO BOIL 2 8 3 7 6 MED Figure 7 Turbo boil control some models TURBO BOIL Figure 8 Turbo boil some models 11 Before Setting Surface Controls Home Canning A foy Unnle m Canning can generate large amounts of steam Use extreme caution to prevent burns Always raise the lid to vent st
53. p for the first time apply the recom mended CookTop Cleaning Creme to the ceramic surface on the web visit www sears com for replacement cooktop cleaner item number 40079 Buff with a non abrasive cloth or sponge This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking The special cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions Sliding aluminum or copper clad bottom pans on the cooktop can cause metal markings on the cooktop surface These marks should be removed immediately after the cooktop has cooled using the cooktop cleaning cream Metal marks can become permanent if not removed prior to future use Cookware cast iron metal ceramic or glass with rough bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop surface Do not e Slide anything metal or glass across the cooktop e Use cookware with dirt or dirt build up on bottom replace with clean cookware before using e Use your cooktop as a cutting board or work surface in the kitchen e Cook foods directly on the cooktop surface without a pan e Drop heavy or hard objects on the ceramic glass cooktop they may cause it to crack Figure 17 Cooktop care 25 Care amp Cleaning Cooktop Cleaning IWIINSN NTE Do not use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop The fumes can be hazardous to your health and can chemically damage the ceramic glass surface e Nile 8 Before cleaning the cooktop be sure the controls are
54. rom the single or dual settings at any time during cooking 3 When cooking is complete turn the radiant surface element off before removing the cookware Important notes e For efficient cooking turn off the element several minutes before cooking is complete This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process e The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular spot Use the graphics provided as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed Each surface element provides a constant amount of heat at each setting Refer to Table 1 for suggested power level settings e Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking e Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off even at the HI setting This helps to prevent damage to the ceramic glass cooktop Cycling at the HI setting is normal and can also occur if the cookware is too small for the radiant element or if the cookware bottom is not flat Refer to page 9 of this manual for using correct cookware instructions with the cooktop e A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area Setting Surface Controls me SINGLE OFF DOUBLED SINGLE OFF DOUBLE 0 HI HI HI HI 8 8 8 8 os LO LO LO LO Heating with inner small el Heating with both eleme
55. s Self Clean The display shows 3 00 Release the arrow key if a 3 hour clean is desired To select a 2 hour clean time press NY 2 00 appears in the dis play To select a 4 hour clean time press KA 4 00 appears in the display After selecting the desired clean time release the Arrow key Self Clean is set to activate The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will turn on and the oven door will lock in advance of the starting time Once the starting time is reached CLn will appear in the display If it becomes necessary to stop Self Clean when active E 1 Press stor 2 If Self Clean has heated the oven to a high enough temper ature allow time for the oven to cool and for the DOOR LOCKED indicator light to turn off When this indicator light turns off the oven door may be opened 3 Restart Self Clean if needed Important notes If Self Clean is active and a power failure occurs the oven may not have thoroughly cleaned This would depend on how much cleaning time had elapsed before the power failure If needed after power is restored set Self Clean again IMA NW ne The oven bake and broil elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off The elements may still be hot and burns may occur if these elements are touched before they have cooled Mo Aoli Do not force the oven door open when self clean is active This can damage the automatic door locking system Use caution when opening the door after self cl
56. structions This Use amp Care Guide contains operating instructions for your appliance and feature information for several models Your product may not have all the described 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 with installing operating and maintaining any appliance Kenmore Limited Warranty When installed operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product if any non consumable part of this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME to arrange for free repair This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship Sears will not pay for l Cracks in a ceramic glass cooktop that are not a result of thermal shock 2 Stains and scratches on a ceramic glass cooktop resulting from failure to maintain it properly according to all instructions supplied with the product Consumable items that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts light bulbs and bags A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance A service technician to clean or maintain this product a A KR sp Damage to or
57. t will also improve efficiency Save these instructions for future reference 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance Utensil handles should be turned inward and not extend over adjacent surface elements To reduce the risk of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil position the utensil handle inward to keep from extending it over adjacent surface units Never leave surface elements unattended at high heat settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite or a pan that has boiled dry may melt Glazed cooking utensils Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cook top service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature Check the manufacturer s recommendations for cook top use When flaming foods under a ventilating hood turn the fan on Improper cookware may break due to sudden changes in temperature Check the cookware manufacturer s recommen dations for cooktop use Do not use decorative surface burner covers If an element is accidentally turned on the decorative cover will become hot and possibly melt Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched Damage may also be done to the cooktop IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CERAMIC GLASS COOKTOPS Do not cook on a broken cooktop If the cooktop is broken
58. t used for normal cleaning 2 hour time for light soils and a 4 hour clean time for heavier stubborn soils Read before starting Self Clean Be sure to read all following caution and important statements before starting a self clean cycle AINIIN Do not leave small children unattended near appliance During self clean cycle the outside of the oven can become very hot and cause burns if touched Do not line the oven walls racks oven bottom or any part of the range with aluminum foil This will cause perma nent damage to the oven interior and destroy heat distribution and will met to the oven interior AINIIN Do not force the oven door open This will damage the automatic door locking system Use caution when opening the oven door after the self clean cycle ends The oven may still be very hot and cause burns To avoid possible burns stand to side of oven when opening door to allow steam or hot air to escape WIN Ne Some birds are extremely sensitive to fumes given off during the self clean cycle of any range Move birds to a well ventilated room Important notes e Completely remove all oven racks and any accessories from oven cavity to avoid damage to oven racks If the oven racks are not removed they may discolor e Remove all items from the oven and cooktop including cookware utensils and any aluminum foil Aluminum foil will not withstand high temperatures from a self clean cycle and will melt e Do not line the o
59. tant amount of heat at each setting Refer to Table 1 above for suggested power level settings e Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking e Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off even at the HI setting This helps to prevent damage to the ceramic glass cooktop Cycling at the HI setting is normal and can also occur if the cookware is too small for the radiant element or if the cookware bottom is not flat Refer to page 9 of this manual for using correct cookware instructions with the cooktop e A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area Single Radiant Surface Elements To operate the single radiant element Me Miei Surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off The surface element may still be hot and burns may occur if the surface element is touched before it has cooled sufficiently Mo VI ule 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 wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements UNT Do not allow aluminum foil empty glass porcelain cookware or any material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic cooktop If th
60. th local codes It is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have the appropriate outlet with the correct properly grounded wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician It is the responsi bility and obligation of the consumer to contact a qualified installer to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and is in conformance with all local codes and ordi nances See the installation instructions packaged with this appliance for complete installation and grounding instructions Save these instructions for future reference 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance PRODUCT RECORD In the 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 identification plate See Figure 1 for serial plate location Model No Serial No Date of Purchase Save sales receipt for future reference Figure 1 Serial plate location To locate the serial plate open storage drawer some models or warmer drawer some models The serial plate is attached to the left oven frame Save these instructions for future reference 8 Before Setting Surface Controls Using proper cookware The size and type of cookware used will influence the radiant ele ment power level setting needed for best cooking results Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as
61. three times a 8 To cancel at anytime press stor When the cook time runs out End will appear in the display The oven control will beep three times every minute as a reminder until STOP is pressed To change the oven temperature or cook time after baking has started l Press Bake for oven temperature or Cook Time 2 To adjust temperature or cook time press JN or VW and release when the desired temperature or cook time setting appears in the display 3 Release the Arrow key The oven control will beep when the change is accepted Important notes e Cook Time and Delay Start may be set with Bake but are not available for use with Broil e While baking with Cook Time press Cook Time to display any cook time remaining e The maximum Cook Time or Delay Start setting is 11 hours and 59 minutes 19 Oven Controls Setting Delay Start Delay Start allows you to set a delayed starting time to the oven baking or cleaning functions To program oven for a delayed starting time and to shut off automatically Food Poisoning Hazard Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or after cooking Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness Foods that can easily spoil such as milk eggs fish meat or poultry should be chilled in the refriger ator first Even when chilled they should not stand in the oven for more than one hour before cooking begins and should be removed promptly when finished cooking
62. turned to OFF and the cooktop is cool The glass surface could be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled sufficiently For light to moderate soil Apply a few drops of CookTop Cleaning Creme directly to the cooktop Use a paper towel or use a non abrasive cloth or sponge to clean the entire cooktop surface Make sure the cooktop is cleaned thoroughly leaving no residue For heavy burned on soil Apply a few drops of CookTop Cleaning Creme directly to the soiled area Rub the soiled area using a non abrasive cleaning tool applying pressure as needed Do not use the pad you use to clean the cooktop for any other purpose If soils remain carefully scrape soils with a metal razor blade scraper holding scraper at a 30 degree angle to the surface Remove loosened soils with cooktop cleaning cream and buff surface clean Figure 18 Figure without Border Plastic or foods with a high sugar content These types of soils need be removed immediately if spilled or melted onto the ceramic cooktop surface Permanent damage such as pitting of the cooktop surface may occur if not removed immediately After turning the surface elements off use a razor blade scraper or a metal spatula with a mitt and scrape the soil from the hot surface as illustrated Allow the cooktop to cool and use the same method for heavy or burned on soils Care amp Cleaning General Cleaning See Table 4 for
63. uries and also cause damage to the appliance Do not allow children to climb or play around the range The weight of a child on an open over door may cause the range to tip resulting in serious burns or other injury Never cover any slots holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with materials such as aluminum foil Aluminum foil linings may trap heat causing a fire hazard Wear proper apparel Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using this appliance Do not let clothing or other flammable materials come into contact with hot surfaces WTI Do not heat unopened food containers Build up of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury Wee When heating fat or grease watch it closely Grease may catch fire if it becomes too hot Do not use water or flour on grease fires Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam type extinguisher Cover the fire with a pan lid or use baking soda Use dry potholders Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let potholders touch hot cooking areas Do not use towels or other bulky cloths 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 cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harms and it requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposures to such
64. ven walls racks bottom or any other parts of the range with aluminum foil Doing so will alter heat distribution produce poor baking results and may cause permanent damage to the oven interior During self clean temperatures the oven will be hot enough to melt foil Do not use oven cleaners or oven protective coatings in or around any part of the oven interior Clean any soil from the oven frame the inside oven gasket including the area at the bottom center between the gasket ends the oven door the oven bottom See Figure 16 These areas heat sufficiently to burn soil on Clean using soap and water prior to starting Self Clean e Remove any excessive spills Any spills on the oven bottom should be wiped up and removed before starting a self clean cycle To clean use hot soapy water and a cloth Large spills can cause heavy smoke or fire when subjected to high temperatures Do not allow food spills with high sugar or acid content such as milk tomatoes sauerkraut fruit juices or pie fillings to remain on the surface as they may leave a dull spot even after cleaning Figure 16 Areas to clean and to avoid e Do not clean the oven door gasket Figure 16 The woven material in the gasket is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or remove the oven door gasket Doing so could cause damage to the door gasket and compromise the performance of the oven Important notes e The kitchen area should be

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