Kenmore 43645 Use Installation instructions

CONTENTS
SAFETY
USE AND CARE
Removal of Packaging Tape .....................................................4
Your Counter Unit and Its Features ............................. 5
TO START THIHGS COOKIIHG
Cooktop Controls ................................................................6
Cooking Tips ................ ......................................................... 7
CLEANING TiPS
Removable Knobs ........................................................ 10
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
WARRANTY
MODELS 43645, 43649
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SAVE THESE gHSTRUCTIOHS
Read a!! instruclions before using this appliance. When using electrical
appliances, basic safe_y pwecau_(ons should be followed, including _he following.
Teach children notto play
with control knobs or any
other part of the counter
unit.
_ever leave children
alone or unattended where
a counter unit is in use.
Caution:
Never store things chil-
dren might want above a
counter unit.
!_leve_, let anyone climb,
sit or stand on the counter
unit. They might be in-
jured on a hot surface.
Here,' let pot handles stick
out over the front of the
counter unit. Turn handles in
so that they cannot be
bumped, Keep the handles
away from other hot surface
elements/burners.
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To insure safety for yourself and your home, please read your Owner's_•Manual
carefully. Keep it handy for quick easy reference. Pay close attention to the
safety sections of your manual. You can recogmze the safety sections by
ng Aafety _
Iooki for the symbol or the word "S ".
Always keep the counter unit
area clear and free from things
that wilt burn.
CAUTION:
Never store things near cooktop
elements/burners. These things
may catch fire and plastic items
could melt.
Never use your counter unit
for warming or heating a
room. You could be burned or
seriously injured, Such mis-
use could also cause damage
to the unit.
Never wear loose clothing when
using your counter unit. Such
clothing could catch fire.
Never use a towel or other bulky
cloth as a potholder. Such
cloths could catch fire on a hot
element/burner.
Never leave cooktop elements/
burners unwatched at high heat
settings. Boilovers cause
smoking and greasy spillovers
could catch fire.
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RYANY FEYY I
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUYIOHS
Keep this book for later use.
Be sure your counter unit is installed and grounded
properly by a qualified technician.
Always use dry potholders when removing pans from
thecooktop. Moist ordamp potholders can cause steam
burns.
Always follow cleaning instructions in this book_
ABways keep the counter unit clean. Food and grease
are easy to ignite.
Clean Only Parts Listed In Manual.
CAUTIOH: Do not store items of interest to
children in cabinets above a counter unit. Chil-
dren climbing on a counter unit to reach items
could be seriously injured,
Always keep combustible wall coverings, curtains, or
drapes a safe distance away from your counter unit.
Always keep dish towels, dish cloths, potholders and
other linens a safe distance away from your counter
unit. Never store such Items on your counter unit.
Always keep the appliance area clear and free from
things that will burn (gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids).
Nevpr try to repair or replace any part of the counter unit
unless instructions are given in this book° All other
work should be done by a skilled technician.
Never heat unopened food containers= Pressure
buildup may make container burst and cause injury.
Never leave jars or cans of fat or drippings on or near
the range. Never let grease build up on your counter
unit. You can keep grease fires from starting if you
clean up grease and spills after each use.
Never try to move a pan of hot fat, especially a deep fat
fryer. Wait until the fat has cooled°
Never touch surface units_ They may be hot even
though they appear dark in color.
A_ways keep wooden utensils, plastic utensils or can ned
food asafe distance away from your counter unitr
Some cleaners produce nox-
ious fumes and wet cloths or
sponges could cause steam
burns if used on a hot surface.
COOKTOP SAFETY
Always use care when touching the cooktop. Cooking
zones could be hot enough to burn you even Ifthey are
dark in color. The glass surface of the cooktop will
retain heat after the controls are turned off.
Only some kinds of glass or ceramic pans can be used
for cooktop cooking. Be sure that the pan you use wilt
not break when heated on the cooktop elements.
Do not cook on broken cooktop, If cooktop should
break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate
the broken cooktop and create a risk ofelectrical shock.
Contact a qualified technician immediately.
For major spills -- Turn unit to LO; use dry paper
towels to wipe up major spills, and then use a razor
scraper (held in a potholder) to scrape major spills from
a hot cooking zone. DO HOT attempt further cleaning
until cooktop surface has cooiedo
Choose pots and pans
with flat bottoms, large
enough to cover the en-
tire cooking zone. This will save energy and reduce the
risk of potholders and clothing catching on fire on the
uncovered portion of the zone.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
READ AND UNDERSTAND
Should you ever need it, you wiB_
no_: have _:ime fo_ reading°
Be sure everyone in you_ ho_e
knows what to do in case of _i_eo
COOKTOP GREASE FIR_:
_ever pick up aflaming
pan!' Rnstead:
1. Turn off the cooking zone.
2. Smother the fire with a
tightly fitting pan lid, baking soda or an
extinguisher.
_w_ onlysp_ea4_he 9_ar_es_
R£_OVAL OF PACkAGiNG TAPE:
To remove adhesive left from packing tape and ensure you do not damage the linish of your new appltance_ use an
application of household liquid dish washing detergent, mineral oil, or cooking oil o Apply with soft cloth and allow
to soak° Wipe with soft cloth. DO NOT use plastic pad or equivalento Wipe dry and then apply an appliance polish
to thoroughly clean and protect the surface,, This procedure is also safe for the face of microwave doors and other
plastic parts.
HOTF: The plas_:_c f_ape tha_ _s .o_ removed f_o_ chrome trim on counter uni_ parts CANNOT _e
_'emoved if baked on,
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UNIT ON
INDICATOR LIGHT
(See page 6)
Tf
COOKING ZONE
(See page 6) 5HOT SURFACE
INDICATOR LIGHTS
(See page 6)
'2
DUAL COOKING
ZONE
(See page 6)
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TO START TH NGS COOKmN@
COOKTOP COOK_HG
Before you use the cooktop for the first time, clean itwith
cooktop cleaner. This will leave a protective coating.
The cooking zones are shown by the outlines on the
glass surface of the cooktop.
COOKING ZONES
To use the small 6" cooking area, push to turn the
control knob to the left.
DUAL COOKIHG ZONES
(RIGHT FRONT ZONE ONLY)
9" ZONE FOR
LARGE UTENSILS
The sign near each cooktop control knob shows which
element is turned on by that knob,
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0 0 0 0 0 0
Left Center Right
Rear Rear Rear
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Left Right
Front Front
To operate cooktop controls:
1, Push to turn.
2Soonorbeweonm
for desired heat.
The UNiT OH indicator light wil! glow when any cook-
ing zone is activated. The individual HOT $URFACI_
UGHT will glow indicating which zone is hot..
The right front element has two cooking zones:
To use the large 9" cooking area, push to turn the
control knob to the right.
COOKTOP GUUDE TO BASIC SETTINGS
"HIP'
Used for quick starts, such as
bringing water to a hollo
Used for frying and rapid boiling,
"UED"
Used for slow boil and sauteing.
"MED-LO"
Used for cooking foods in small
amounts of water,
"LO"
Used for steaming foods or keep-
ing foods at serving temperature.
When a cooking zone surface is activated, coils beneath
the zone radiate heat through the glass to the utensil.
The red glow of the coils will be visible through the
glass. It wilt take the cooking zone surface afew
moments to heat upo The coil cycles on and off to
maintain your selected control setting.
See the Cleaning Tips for important information
about maintaining your cookt0p.
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TO START THINGS COOKING (cont.)
For best cooking results and energy efficient operation,
you should use metal pans that are flat on the bottom.
Match the size of the pan to the size of the cooking zone.
The pan should not extend over the edge of the cooking
zone more than 1"o
HOME CANNING TIPS
In surface cooking of foods other than canning, the use
of large-diameter pots (extending more than 1" beyond
edge of cooking zone) Is not recommended, However,
when canning with water-bath or pressure canner,
large-diameter pots may be used. This is because
boiling water temperatures (even under pressure) are
not harmful to cooktop surfaces surrounding cooking
zones.
HOWEVER, DO NOT USE LARGE DIAMETER CAN-
NERS OR OTHER LARGE DBAMETER POTS FOR
FRYING OR BOBLING FOODS OTHER THAN WATER.
Most syrup or sauce mixtures -- and all types of frying
--cook at temperatures much hlgher than boiling water.
Such temperatures could eventually harm cooktop sur-
faces surrounding cooking zones.
OBSERVE FOLLOWING POliNTS JH
CANNING
1. Bring water to boil on HIGH heat, then after boiling
has begun, adjust heat to the lowest setting which
maintains the boil (saves energy and best uses
cooking zone).
2, Be sure canner fits over center of cooking zone. If
your range does not allow canner to be centered on
cooking zone, use smaller diameter pots for good
canning results.
3o Flat-bottomed canners give best canning results. Be
sure bottom of canner is flat or slight indentation fits
snugly over cooking zone. Canners with flanged or
rippled bottoms (often found in enamelware) are not
recommended.
Note: A sNght odor is norrna_l when anew
cooktop is used for the _rst time, R_:is caused by
2he hea_ing of new parts and insulating materians
and wiSII disappear' in a short time.
WOK C@O tNG
We recommend that you use only a flat-bottom wok.
They are available at your local retail store.
4. When canning, use recipes from reputable sources.
Reliable recipes are available from the manufacturer
of your canner; manufacturers of glass jars for can-
ning, such as Ball and Kerr; and the United States
Department of Agriculture Extension Service.
5. Remember, in following the recipes, that canning is a
process that generates large amounts of steam. Be
careful while canning to prevent burns from steam or heat.
NOTE-. If your range is being operated on low power
(voltage), canning may take longer than expected, even
though directions have been carefully followed° The
process may be improved by:
(I) using a pressure canner, and
(2) beginning with hot tap water when heating
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CLEANIHG TIPS
On the following pages, all removable parts on your counter unit are shown, Refer to those pages when cleaning your
counter unit.
Warm water, a mild detergent and a soft cloth are safe to use on all cleanable parts of your counter unit. Do not use
metal scouring pads, except where recommended.
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CLEANING MATERIALS
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Detergent, warm water, soft cloth
Sears Cook Top Cleaning Creme®
(Stock No. 40079), single-edge razor
scraper, soft cloth
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CONTROL PANEL
AND KNOBS
GLASS
Do not use a dull or nicked razor
blade, Keep razor away from chit-
dren_
30°
f
DO NOT USE ABRASIVES
(SEE REMARKS)
Sears Cook Top Cleaning Creme®
(Stock No. 40079) or other all-pur-
pose non-abrasive cleaner and asoft
cloth
PAINTED FRAME
REMARKS
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Do not use abrasive cleaners. Knobs pull
off for easier cleaning,
Correct and consistent cleaning is essem
tlal to maintaining your cooktop. If soil,
mineral deposits from evaporated water
spills or metal rub-off from aluminum
cookware are not removed, they wlll burn
onto the cooktop and cause permanent
discoloration. Be sure that the cooktop is
cool before cleaning. Do not use cooktop
cleanerona hotsurface. Thefumescanbe
hazardous to your health and can chemi-
cally attack the cooktopo Wipe surface
clean after each use. Do not use a
dish cloth or sponge to wipe up the
cooktop. They may leave a film of deter-
gent which can discolor yourcooktopwhen
heated. If this happens, remove the film
with the recommended cleaner. We rec-
ommend that you use paper towels or a
clean cloth which is used only for cooktop
cleaning. After the cooktop has cooled,
remove any crusty soil with the razor
scraper° Hold the scraper at about a 30 °
angle to the cooktop and scrape off
spot. Scrub cooktop with Sears Cook Top
Cleaning Creme®orotherall-purpose, non-
abrasive cleaner. Rinse well and wipe
dry. NEVER USE ANY ABRASIVE SCOUR-
ING PADS OR POWDERS ON YOUR
COOKTOP. Plastic mesh pads, such as
Dobie®, may be used.
Use same cleaning instructions as given
above for glass surface except:
DO NOT USE ARAZOR SCRAPER. Do
not scrape the frame as this will mar the
metal°
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GLASS.CERAMIC COOKTOP CLEANING
Cleaning of glass.ceramic cooktop is different
fro_ cleaning aS_andard porcelain finish.
To maintain and protect the su_'iace of your new
glass-ceramic ceoktop follow these basic steps.
DAULY CLEANUNG:
Use only Cook Top Cleaning Creme®on Glass-Ceramic,
For norrna_ light soih
1. Rub a small amount of Cook Top Cleaning Creme®
onto soiled area using a dry paper towel. Wipe until
all soil and creme are removed. Frequent cleaning
leaves aprotective coating which is essential in
preventing scratches and abrasions.
2. Clean surface with Cook Top Cleaning Creme®after
each use.
For heavy, burned,on soil:
1. Apply afew drops of Cook Top Cleaning Creme® to
the cool, soiled area.
2. Using a dry paper towel, rub creme into the burned-
on area.
3. Carefully scrape remaining soil with razor scraper°
Hold scraper at a 30° angle against the ceramic
surface.
4. If any soil remains, repeat the steps listed above° For
additional protection after all soil has been removed,
polish the entire surface with the Cook Top Cleaning
Creme®_
HOTE: Using arazor scraper will not damage the sur-
face if the 30° angle is maintained. DO HOT
use adu_ or nicked razor bRade on your
cooktop. Store the razor scraper out of
reach of ch_mdren.
SPECIAL CARE:
Sugar spills (such as jellies, fudge, candy syrups) or
melted plastic can cause pitting of the surface of your
cooktop unless the spill is removed while still hot.
$pec_a_ care should be _ake,_ wher_ removing hot
substances, Follow these instructions carefully and
remove soil while spill is still hot.
1. Turn off all cooking zones affected by the spill.
Remove hot utensils.
2. Wearing an oven mitt, hold the razor scraper at a 30°
angle to the cooktop and scrape hot spill to a cool
area outside the cooking zone.
,With the spill in a cool area, use a dry paper towel to
remove any excess. Any spill remaining should be
left until the surface of the cooktop has cooled° Do
not continue to use the soiled cooking zone until all
of the spill has been removed. Follow the steps
under Heavy Soil to continue the cleaning process. '
GEHERAL JNFORMATnOH:
As the Cook Top Cleaning Creme® cleans, it leaves a
protective coating on the cooktop surface_ This coating
helps prevent buildup of mineral deposits (water spots)
and wilt make future cleaning easier. Dishwasher deter-
gents remove this protective coating and therefore make
the cooktop more susceptible to staining.
PRECAUT_OHS:
iVlostcleaners contain ammonia, chemicals and abra-
sives which can damage the surface of your cooktop.
Use onRy the Cook Top Ciean_ng C_ertr=e® for
proper cleaning and protection of you_" glass-
ceramic surface,
Ifyou stide aluminum or copper cookware across the
surface of your cooktop, they may leave metal mark*
Ings which appear as scratches. If this should
happen, use the razor scraper and Cook Top Clean.
ing Creme® to remove these markings. Failure to
remove this residue immediately may leave perma-
nent marks.
If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum, copper, or
enamel are allowed to boil dry, the overlay may bond
with the glass-ceramic and leave a black discolora-
tion. This should be removed immediately before
heating again orthe discoloration may be permanent.
Use of window cleaner may leave an iridescent film
on the cooktop. Cook Top Cleaning Creme® will
remove this discoloration.
Water stains (mineral deposits) are removable using
Cook Top Cleaning Creme® or full strength white
vinegar.
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