Kenmore 970-6863 Series User manual

ENGLISH
p/n 316246700 (0805)
970-6863*
* = color number, numéro de couleur*
Electric Range
Use & Care Guide
Cuisinière électrique
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Models,Modèles
Sears Canada Inc.,Toronto,
Ontario, Canada, M5B 2B8
Visit us on the internet at: www.sears.ca
FRANÇAIS

2
In this space below, record the date of purchase, model and
serial number of your product. You will find the model and
serial number printed on an identification plate. This serial
plate is located on the right side of the oven front frame in
the storage or Warmer Drawer compartment. See bottom
of this page for the serial plate location.
Model No. _____________________________________
Serial No. _____________________________________
Date of Purchase ________________________________
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
Table of Contents
Free-Standing Range Warranty ...........................................2
Product Record ...................................................................2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................3-4
ProtectionAgreements ........................................................5
Range Features ..................................................................6
Before Setting Oven Controls ...........................................7-8
Setting Surface Controls ................................................ 9-10
Surface Cooking ........................................................... 11-12
Oven Control Functions .....................................................12
Setting Oven Controls .................................................. 13-15
Setting Warmer Drawer Controls .................................. 16-17
Select Self-Cleaning ..................................................... 17-18
General Care & Cleaning .............................................. 19-21
Adjusting Your Oven Temperature ......................................21
Before You Call .................................................................22
Sears Service ...................................................... Back Page
Product Record
970-
Serial plate location; Open the Warmer
Drawer(some models) orstorage drawer
(some models).
Serial Plate Location
You will find the model and serial number printed on the serial plate.
The serial plate is located on the right side of the oven front frame in the
storage or warmer drawer compartment. Please see the illustration for
exact location.
Remember to record the serial number for future reference (See top of
pageunder ProductRecord).
One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to
a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free
repair. If this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of
purchase.
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
1. 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.
3. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.
4. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.
5. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
6. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the
product.
7. 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
limitation 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 or Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

3
Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference.
This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.
Important Safety Instructions
• Remove all tape and packaging before using the range.
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the
range. Never allow children to play with packaging material.
• Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is 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.Installonlyperinstallationinstructionsprovided
in the literature package for this range.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an
authorizedrepair service.Knowhow todisconnect thepower
to the range at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an
emergency.
• User servicing—Do not repair or replace any part of the
appliance unless specifically recommended in the
manuals. All other servicing should be done only by a
qualified technician. This may reduce the risk of personal
injury and damage to the range.
• Never modify or alter the construction of a range by
removing leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip
brackets/screws, or any other part of the product.
Do not store items of interest to children in
the cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a
range.Children climbing on the range to reach items could be
seriouslyinjured.
Stepping, leaningor sittingon thedoorsor
drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and
also cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to
climborplay aroundtherange. Theweight ofachild onanopen
door may cause the range to tip, resulting in serious burns or
other injury.
Never Use Your Appliance for Warming or
Heating the Room.
• Storage in or on Appliance—Flammable materials
should not be stored in an oven, warmer drawer, near
surface units or in the storage drawer. This includes
paper,plasticandclothitems, suchas cookbooks, plasticware
and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store
explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the range.
• Do Not Leave Children Alone—Children should not be
left alone or unattended in the area where appliance is
in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any
part of the appliance.
• DONOT TOUCHSURFACEUNITS,AREASNEARTHESE
UNITS,HEATING ELEMENTSOR INTERIORSURFACES
OFTHEOVEN.Bothsurfaceunitsand ovenheating elements
may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near
surfaceunitsmay becomehotenough tocauseburns.During
andafter use,do nottouch, or let clothing orother flammable
materialstouchthese areasuntilthey havehadsufficienttime
tocool. Amongthese areasare thecook top,surfaces facing
thecook top,theoven ventopeningsand surfacesnearthese
openings,oven doorand window.
• WearProperApparel—Loose-fittingorhanginggarments
should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not
letclothingor otherflammablematerials contact hotsurfaces.
• Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires—Smother
the fire with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry
chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
• When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or
grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot.
• Use Only Dry Potholders - Moist or damp potholders on
hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let
potholderstouch hotheating elements.Do notuse atowel or
other bulky cloth instead of a potholder.
• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers - Buildup of
pressure may cause container to burst and result in
injury.
• Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to
be stored or discarded.
IMPORTANT—Donot attemptto operatetherangeduring
a power failure. If the power fails, always turn off the range.
Ifthe range isnot turnedoff andthe powerresumes, therange
willbegin tooperateagain. Oncethe powerresumes,reset the
clock and oven function.
Do not use the oven or warmer drawer (if
equipped) for storage.
ENGLISH

4
Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANTINSTRUCTIONSFORUSINGYOUR
COOKTOP
• Know which knob controls each surface heating unit. Place a
pan of food on the unit before turning it on, and turn the unit off
before removing the pan.
• 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 element will also
improve efficiency.
• UtensilHandlesShouldBeTurnedInwardandNotExtendOver
AdjacentSurface Elements—To reduce the riskofburns, ignition
of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact
with the utensil, the handle of the utensil should be positioned so
that it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface
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.
• Do Not Immerse or Soak Removable Heating Elements—
Heating elements should never be immersed in water. Heating
elements clean themselves during normal operation.
• 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.
IMPORTANTINSTRUCTIONSFORUSINGYOUR
OVEN
• Use Care When Opening Oven Door or Warmer Drawer (if
equipped)—Stand to the side of the range when opening the door
of a hot oven. Let hot air or steam escape before you remove or
replace food in the oven.
• Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven vent is located
under the left rear surface element if your model is equipped with
coil elements. The oven vent is located below the backguard for
models equipped with ceramic-glass cook tops. Touching the
surfaces in this area when the oven is operating may cause
severe burns. Also, do not place plastic or heat-sensitive items
on or near the oven vent. These items could melt or ignite.
• Placement of Oven Racks. Always place oven racks in desired
location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is
hot use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack with
both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot
heating elements in the oven. Remove all utensils from the rack
before moving.
• Donotusethebroilerpan without its insert (some models). The
broiler pan and its insert allow dripping fat to drain and be kept
away from the high heat of the broiler.
• Donot cover thebroilerinsert with aluminumfoil.Exposed fat
and grease could ignite.
• 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.
SELF CLEANING OVENS
• Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts listed in this Use & Care Manual. Before self cleaning the oven, remove the broiler
pan and any utensils or foods from the oven.
• Do Not Use Oven Cleaners—No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around
any part of the oven.
• 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.
•The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning cycle of any range. Move birds to another
well-ventilated room.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE
• Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath each
surface element. Do not allow grease to accumulate.
• Kitchen cleaners and aerosols—Always follow the manufacturer’s recommended directions for use. 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 accumulate on the hood or filter. Follow manufacturer’s
instructions for cleaning.
FOR CERAMIC-GLASS COOK TOP MODELS
• Do Not Cook on Broken Cook Top—If cook top should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cook top
and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.
• Clean Cook Top with Caution—If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid a steam burn.
Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.
Important Safety Notice
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of
substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn
customers of potential exposure to such substances.

5
ENGLISH
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:
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.
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 –phone support
from a Sears representative on all products. Think of us as a “talking
owner’s manual”.
Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power
fluctuations.
$250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is
the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or
freezer.
Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes
longer than promised.
10% discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair
service and related installed parts.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes
for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or
schedule a service appointment online.
The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase. If you cancel
for any reason during the product warranty period, we will provide a full
refund. Or, a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty period
expires. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional
information in the U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655.
* Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details call
Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door
openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. or
Canada call 1-800-4-MY-HOME
®
.
Contrats de protection principaux
Félicitations! Vous avez fait un bon achat. Votre nouvel appareil
Kenmore
®
est conçu et fabriquédans le but de vous offrir plusieurs
années d'utilisation sans tracas. Cependant, comme tout appareil, il peut
nécessiter un entretien préventif ou des réparations occasionnelles. C'est
pourquoi un contrat de protection principal peut vous permettre
d'épargner de l’argent et vous éviter des problèmes.
Le contrat de protection principal contribue également àprolonger la
durée de vie de votre nouvel appareil. Voici ce que couvre le contrat* :
Les pièces et la main-d'oeuvre requises pour le fonctionnement
adéquat de l'appareil dans des conditions d'utilisation normales,
pas seulement pour les défauts. Notre couverture vous offre
beaucoup plus que la simple garantie du produit. Aucune
franchise, aucune exclusion de défaillance fonctionnelle, une
véritable protection.
Un service professionnel offert par une équipe de plus de 10 000
techniciens de service Sears autorisés, ce qui signifie que votre
appareil sera confiéàune personne de confiance.
Des appels de service illimités et un service àla grandeur du
pays, àtout moment, aussi souvent que vous le désirez.
La garantie «anti-citron », vous assurant le remplacement de
l'appareil couvert si quatre défaillances ou plus surviennent à
l'intérieur de douze mois.
Le remplacement de l'appareil couvert s'il ne peut être réparé.
Une vérification d'entretien préventive annuelle sur demande et
sans frais.
Un service d'aide téléphonique rapide, appelé«Résolution
rapide », qui vous permet de bénéficier du soutien téléphonique
d'un représentant Sears pour tous les produits. Nous sommes
votre «guide d'utilisation parlant ».
Une protection contre les surtensions pour les dommages
électriques causés par des fluctuations électriques.
Une couverture annuelle de 250 $ pour la perte d'aliments àla
suite de toute détérioration d'aliments résultant d'une défaillance
mécanique d'un réfrigérateur ou d'un congélateur couvert.
Le remboursement de la location, si la réparation de l'appareil
couvert prend plus de temps que prévu.
Un rabais de 10 % sur le prix régulier de tout service de réparation
non couvert et les pièces installées qui en découlent.
Une fois le contrat acheté, un simple appel téléphonique suffit pour
obtenir un service de réparation. Vous pouvez téléphoner àtoute heure
du jour ou de la nuit, ou prendre rendez-vous en ligne pour une
réparation.
Le contrat de protection principal est un achat sans risque. Si, pour
quelque raison que ce soit, vous annulez le contrat durant la période de
garantie du produit, vous serez rembourséen totalité. En cas
d'annulation après la période de garantie du produit, vous recevrez un
remboursement calculéau prorata. Procurez-vous votre contrat de
protection principal dès aujourd’hui!
Certaines restrictions et exclusions s'appliquent. Si vous êtes aux
États-Unis et que vous désirez connaître les prix et obtenir de plus
amples renseignements, téléphonez au 1 800 827-6655.
* Au Canada, la couverture de certains articles peut varier. Pour
connaître tous les détails, communiquez avec Sears Canada au
1 800 361-6665.
Service d’installation Sears
Pour bénéficier du service d'installation professionnel de Sears pour
électroménagers, ouvre-portes de garage, chauffe-eau et autres
appareils domestiques importants, aux États-Unis et au Canada,
téléphonez au 1 800 4-MY-HOME.
Protection Agreements

6
26
23
22 24
22
Range Features
Your Electric Range Features Include:
1. Electronic Oven Control with Kitchen Timer.
2. Simmer Select Element Control (some models) or
Single Radiant Element Control (some models) or Single
Radiant Power Boil Control (some models).
3. Single Radiant Element Control.
4. Warm & Ready Drawer Control & Indicator Light (some
models).
5. Warm & Ready Zone & Surface Indicator Light (some models).
6. Single Radiant Element Control.
7. Single Radiant Element Control (some models) or Dual
Element Radiant Control (some models).
8. Simmer Select Push Button & Indicator Light (some models).
9. HOT SURFACE Indicator Lights.
10. “ELEMENT ON” Indicator Light.
11. Oven Interior Light with removable Cover.
12. Automatic Oven Door Light Switch (some models).
13. Self-Cleaning Oven interior.
14. Self-Clean Door Latch.
15. Adjustable Oven Rack(s).
16. Large 1 piece Oven Door Handle.
17. Full width Oven Door with Window.
18. Warm & Ready Drawer (some models) or Storage Drawer with
Drawer Handle.
19. Easy to clean upswept Cooktop.
20. Ceramic Smoothtop.
21. 6” Single Radiant Element(s).
22. 9” Single Radiant Element (some models).
23. 9” Single Radiant “Power Element” (some models).
24. 6-9” Dual Radiant Element (some models).
25. 9-12” Dual Radiant Element (some models).
26. Warm & Ready Zone Radiant Element (some models).
27. Broil Pan (some models).
19
5 6 7
9
99
4
8
3
2
NOTE: The features of your range may
vary according to model type & color.
10
12
20
20
27
28
29
18
17
15
13
14
19
11
16
21
21
25
28. Broil Pan Insert (some models).
29. Leveling Legs and Anti-tip Bracket
(included).

7
ENGLISH
Before Setting Oven Controls
Oven Vent Location
The oven vent is located under the left side of the control panel
(See Fig. 1). When the oven is on, warm air passes through the vent.
This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good
baking results. DO NOT BLOCK OVEN VENT.
Arranging Oven Racks
ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL
(PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when
using the oven.
For models with a visible Bake Element (Refer to Fig. 2)
For models with a hidden Bake Element*(Refer to Fig. 3)
Recommended Rack Positions for Broiling, Baking & Roasting:
Food RackPosition Rack Position*
Broiling hamburgers & steaks See Broil section See Broil section
Broiling meats, chicken or fish 5, 6 or 7 5, 6, or 7
Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits 4 or 5 4 or 5
& Muffins
Frozen pies, angel food cake, 1 or 2 1 or 2
yeast, bread, casseroles, small
cuts of meat or poultry
Turkey, roast or ham 1 or 2 1
Removing & Replacing Oven Racks
Toremove, pullthe rackforwarduntil itstops. Liftupfront ofrack andslide
out.To replace,fit therack ontothe guideson theoven walls.Tilt thefront
of the rack upward and slide the rack back into place.
Fig. 1
Oven with visible
Bake Element - Fig. 2
Air Circulation in the Oven
Oven with hidden
Bake Element - Fig. 3*
Fig. 4 Fig. 5
Baking Layer Cakes with 1 or 2 Oven Racks
For best results when baking cakes using 2 oven racks, place cookware on rack positions 3 & 6 as shown (for models with a
visiblebake element).For modelswith ahidden bakeelement placeoven racksin positions4 (Flatrack) &7 withthe Offsetrack
if equipped (Refer to Fig. 4).
For best results when using a single oven rack, place cookware on rack positions 4 or 5 (for all models - Refer to Fig. 5).
Types of Oven Racks
Your range may be equipped with
one or more of the oven rack types
shown; Flat Rack, Handle Rack
and Offset Rack. To maximize
cooking space the Offset rack can be
used in the lowest rack position to
roast large cuts of meat and poultry.
Flat
Oven Rack
Handle
Oven Rack
Offset
Oven Rack
6
5
4
3
2
1
6
5
4
3
2
1
7
7
For best air circulation and baking
results allow 2-4" (5-10 cm) around
thecookware forproperair circulation
andbesurepans andcookwaredonot
toucheach other, theovendoor, sides
or back of the oven cavity. The hot air
must be able to circulate around the
pans and cookware in the oven for
even heat to reach around the food.

8
ELEMENT ON and Hot Surface Indicator Lights
Your range is equipped with two different types of radiant surface control indicator
lights that will glow on your range— the ELEMENT ON indicator light and the Hot
Surface indicator lights (See illustration at left).
The ELEMENT ON located on the control panel and will glow when a surface
element is turned ON. A quick glance at this indicator light after cooking is an
easy check to be sure ALL surface controls are turned OFF.
The Hot Surface indicator lights located above each surface radiant control
knob will glow as the surface cooking area heats up and will REMAIN ON until
the glass cooktop has cooled to a MODERATE level.
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 area of the surface element underneath. Be sure to match the pan size with the diameter of the
element outline on the cooktop. Heat is transferred up through the surface of the cooktop to the cookware. Only flat-
bottomed cookware should be used.
The type and size of cookware, the number of surface elements in use and their settings, are all 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.
NOTE: Please read detailed instructions for ceramic glass cooktop cleaning in the General Care & Cleaning and Before
You Call checklist sections of this Use & Care Guide.
NOTE: 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 smooth top. Cycling at the HI setting is normal and will occur more often if the cookware
is too small for the radiant element or if the cookware bottom is not flat.
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 element several
minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow
residual heat to complete the cooking process.
Warmer Zone
Surface Control
(some models)
Single Radiant
Surface Control
(some models)
Single Radiant (some models)
Dual Radiant (some models)
Surface Control
Before Setting Oven Controls (cont’d)

9
To Operate a Single Radiant Element:
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction to the desired setting (See
Fig. 1). Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower
setting to finish cooking. The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a
particular mark. Use the marks as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed. Each
surface element provides a constant amount of heat at each setting. 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.
3. When cooking is complete, turn the surface element OFF before removing the
cookware. Note: The ELEMENT ON indicator light will glow when one or more elements
are turned ON. A quick glance at this indicator light when cooking is finished is an easy
check to be sure all control knobs are turned OFF. The Hot Surface indicator light will
continue to glow AFTER the control knob is turned to the “OFF” position and will glow
until the heating surface area has cooled sufficiently.
To Operate Single Radiant Surface Elements (all models)
Setting Surface Controls
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.
Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top
of therange whenit is inuse. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed
too close to the surface elements.
The suggested settings found in the table below are based on cooking in medium-weight
aluminum pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.
STANDARDSETTINGFORSURFACEELEMENTS
Setting TypeofCooking
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, steam vegetables
MEDIUM LOW (2 - 4) Keep foods cooking, poach, stew
LOW (LO - 1) Keep warm, melt, simmer
SIMMERSELECTSURFACEELEMENT
Max. Simmer (4) Larger quantities of food, stews and soups
Min. Simmer (LO) Smaller quanitites of food, delicate foods, melting chocolate or
butter
To Operate Simmer Select Surface Element (some models)
The left front element control may be used as a normal element or as a simmer element. The “Simmer Select” feature heats
the element at a much lower temperature than when used as a normal surface element. You may switch between normal
cooking and the Simmer Select feature at any time during the cooking process. When using the element control for normal
cooking all of the settings on the control knob (LO to HI) function as normal.
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
To Start Simmer Select:
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface element.
2. Push in the Simmer button located below the left front control knob. The Simmer Select indicator light will glow and
remain ON while simmering (See Fig. 2).
3. Turn the surface control knob to the desired simmer setting within the dark band on the control knob (LO to 4). Use the
marks as a guide and adjust the control knob from LO to 4 as needed (see illustration below).
4. To return to normal cooking, push in and release the “Simmer Select” button and the indicator light will turn OFF. When
cooking is complete, be sure to set the control knob to the OFF position.
ENGLISH

10
Setting the Warmer (Warm & Ready™) Zone (some models)
The purpose of the Warmer Zone is to keep hot cooked foods at serving
temperature. Always start with hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold
food on the Warmer Zone.
All food placed on the Warmer Zone should be covered with a lid or aluminum
foil to maintain quality. For best results, when warming pastries or breads, the
cover should have an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not use plastic
wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very
difficult to clean.
Use only dishware, utensils and cookware recommended for oven and cooktop
use on the Warmer Zone.
Unlike the surface elements, the Warmer Zone will not glow red
when it is hot.
Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from
the warm zone as cookware and plates will be hot.
Setting the Warmer (Warm & Ready™) Zone Control
1. To set the control, push in either direction and turn the knob (See Fig 2).
The temperatures are approximate, and are designated by HI, MED and
LO. However, the control can be set at any position between HI and LO for
differentlevels ofheating.
2. When ready to serve, turn the control to OFF. The Warmer Zone will remain
warm until the indicator light goes OFF.
Temperature Selection - Refer to the chart at the side column for
recommended heating levels. If a particular food is not listed, start with the
medium level, and adjust as needed. Most foods can be kept at serving
temperatures by using the medium level.
Setting Surface Controls (cont’d)
Note: Use the Warmer Zone to keep cooked foods hot such as; vegetables,
gravies,casseroles, soups,stews, breads,pastriesand oven-safedinner plates.
Warmer Zone Recommended Food
Settings Table
FoodItem Heating
Level
Breads/Pastries LO
Casseroles LO
Dinner Plates with Food LO
Eggs LO
Gravies LO
Meats MED
Sauces MED
Soups (cream) MED
Stews MED
Vegetables MED
Fried Foods HI
Hot Beverages HI
Soups (liquid) HI
To Operate Dual Radiant Surface Element (some models)
The right front control knob offers flexibilty for different sized cookware with the
Dual Radiant surface element. The inner element alone can be used for smaller
or both the inner and outer in combination for larger cookware.
To operate the Dual Radiant surface element push in the control knob and turn
counterclockwise to operate the small inner coil or turn clockwise to operate
both the inner and outer portions of the element together (See Fig 1).
SINGLEAND DUAL RADIANT SURFACE ELEMENTS
Setting 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) Keep warm, melt, simmer
Note: The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being
cooked will influence the setting needed for best cooking results.
Single setting Dual setting
Dual Radiant heating areas
on ceramic smooth top (shown in black)
Fig. 1
Fig. 2