Kenmore Drop-in 790.4526 User manual

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Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www, sears,com PIN 318203808 Rev. B(0801)

Table of Contents
Drop=in Range Warranty .................................................. 2
Product Record ............................................................... 2
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS ......................... 3-5
Protection Agreements ................................................... 6
Range Features ............................................................... 7
Setting Surface ControJs ................................................ 8
Selecting Surface Cooking Cookware ............................ 8
Before Setting the Oven ControJs .................................. 9
Arranging Oven Racks .................................................... 9
Air Circulation in the Oven ............................................. 9
Oven Control Functions ................................................ 10
Setting Oven Controls .............................................. 10=13
General Care & Cleaning .......................................... 14-18
Before you call .......................................................... 19=20
Notes ............................................................................... 21
Sears Service ................................................................. 22
Kenrnore Appliance Warranty
OneYear Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructionssupplied with the product, ifthis appliance fails due to
a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1=800=4=MY=HOME®to arrange for free
repair, if this appliance is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of
purchase.
This warranty covers onJy defects in material and workmanship. Sears wiJl NOT pay for:
t. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, lightbulbs, and bags.
2. A service technician to instructthe user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product ifitis not installed, operated or maintained according to all instructionssupplied with
the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than itsintended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those
recommended in all instructionssupplied with the product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied
warranties, includingwarranties 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 limitationof incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the duration of impliedwarranties
of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitation may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used inthe United States and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc.,Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
Product Record
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 the serial plate.
Model No. 790.
Serial No.
Date of purchase
Save these instructionsand your sales receipt for future reference.
Please carefully read and save these instructions
This Use & Care Manual contains general operating instructionsfor 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 when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Serial Plate Location
You will find the model and serial
number printed on the serial plate. The
serial plate is located as shown below.
Remember to record the serial number
for future reference.
Serial
Plate
Location
Printed in United States 2

important Safety instructions
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
This manual contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
The safety symbol _ calls your attention to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others,
or cause damage to the product.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided may result in death or serious injury.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury, or
product damage.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.
Remove all tape and packaging before using the
range. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after
unpacking the range. Never allow children to play with
packaging material.
Proper Installation=Be sure your appliance is prop-
erly installed and grounded by a qualified technician
in accordance with the National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA No. 70 latest edition, and local code
requirements, install only per installation instructions
provided inthe literature package for this range.
Stepping, leaning or sitting on the door
or drawer of this range can result in serious injuries
and also cause damage to the range. Do not allow
children to climb or play around the range. The weight of a
child on an open door may cause the range to tip, resulting
in serious burns or other injury. An open drawer, when hot,
may cause burns.
Do not use the oven or warmer drawer (if i!i_i'_.i
equipped) for storage ........ ;;_.....
Sears Parts & Repair is the recommended repair service
for this appliance. Know how to disconnect the electrical
power to the appliance 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.
=All rangescan tip.
=injury to persons could result.
=Install anti=tip device packed with
range.
•Seelnstallationlnstructions.
To reduce the risk of tipping, the
range oven must be secured by
properly installed anti=tip bracket(s) provided with
the range. To check if the bracket(s) is installed
properly, remove the lower panel or storage drawer
and verify that the anti=tip bracket(s) is engaged.
Refer to the Installation Instructions for proper anti=
tip bracket(s) installation.
Do not store items of interest to children
in the cabinets above a range. Children climbing on the
range to reach items could be seriously injured.
Never use your appliance for warming up
or heating up the room.
Storage in or on appliance--Flammable materials
should not be stored in an oven, near surface units
or in the drawer (if equipped). This includes paper,
plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware
and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store
explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the
appliance. Flammable materials may explode and result
infire or property damage.
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.
DO NOTTOUCH SURFACE UNITS, AREAS NEAR
THESE UNITS, OVEN HEATING ELEMENTS OR
iNTERiOR SURFACES OFTHE OVEN ORWARMER
DRAWER (if equipped). Both surface and oven heating
elements may be hot even though they are dark in color.
Areas near surface units may become hot enough to
cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let
clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas
until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these
areas are the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, the
oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings,
oven door and window.

important Safety instructions
Wear proper apparel--Loose=fitting or hanging
garments should never be worn while using the
appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable
materials contact hot surfaces.
Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat
settings--Boilovers cause smoking and greasy accu-
mulations that may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry
may melt.
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 ifallowed to become too hot.
Protective liners--Do not use aluminum foil to line oven
bottom or any other part of the appliance. Only use
aluminum foil as recommended for baking ifused as a
cover placed on the food. Any other use of protective
liners or aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric
shock or fire or short circuit.
Use only dry potholders--Moist or damp potholders
on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do
not let potholders touch hot heating elements. Do not
use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a potholder.
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.
Glazed cooking utensils--Only certain types of glass,
glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed
utensils are suitable for rangetop service without break-
ing due to the sudden change in temperature. Check the
manufacturer's recommendations for cooktop use.
Do not use decorative surface element covers. If an
element is accidentally turned on, the decorative cover
will become hot and possibly melt. Burns will occur ifthe
hot covers are touched. Damage may also be done to
the cooktop.
IMPORTANT--Do not attempt to operate the oven
during a power failure. If the power fails, always turn
the oven off. If the oven is not turned off and the power
resumes, the oven may begin to operate again. (Food left
unattended could catch fire or spoil.)
FOR COOKTOPSWITH COIL ELEMENTS ONLY
•Do Not Immerse or Soak Removable Surface Heating
Elements. Surface heating elements should never be
immerse in water. Heating elements clean themselves
during normal operation.
Electronic controllers can be damaged
by cold temperatures.When you use your appliance for
the first time, or if it has not been used for a long
period of time, make sure that it has been exposed to a
temperature above 0°C/32°F for at least 3 hours before
connecting it to the power supply.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
YOUR COOKTOP
•Know which knob controls each surface heating
unit.
Use proper pan size. This appliance isequipped with
one or more surface units of different sizes. Select
utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the
surface unit. The use of undersized utensils will expose
a portion of the surface heating unit to direct contact and
may result in ignitionof clothing. Proper relationship of
utensil to the surface unit will also improve efficiency.
Utensil handles should be turned inward and not
extend over adjacent surface units. To reduce the risk
of burns, ignitionof flammable materials, and spillage
due to unintentional contact with the utensil.
•Make Sure Drip Pans or Drip Bowls Are in Place.
Absence of these pans or bowls during cooking may subject
wiring or components underneath to damage.
FOR GLASS COOKTOPS ONLY
•Do not clean or operate a broken cooktop--lf cooktop
should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may
penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of
electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immedi-
ately.
•Clean cooktop glass 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 harmful fumes ifapplied to a hot surface.
• Avoid scratching the cooktop glass with sharp
objects.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
YOUR 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 inthe oven /
warmer drawer.

important Safety instructions
Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed. The oven is
vented through the right rear coil element. Touching the
surfaces inthis area when the oven isoperating 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/warmer drawer (if equipped)
Racks. Always place oven racks in desired location
while oven/warmer drawer (if equipped) iscool. Ifrack
must be moved while oven ishot use extreme caution.
Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to
reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot heating
elements inthe oven/warmer drawer (if equipped).
Remove all utensils from the rack before moving.
Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The
broiler pan and its insertallow dripping fat to drain and
be kept away from the high heat of the broiler.
Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil.
Exposed fat and grease could ignite.
SELF=CLEANING OVENS
•in the self=cleaning cycle, only clean the parts listed
in this Use and Care Guide. Before self-cleaning the
oven, remove the broiler pan and any utensils or foods
from the oven.
• Do not use oven cleaners--No commercial oven
cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind
should be used in or around any part of the oven.
•Do not clean door gasket--The door gasket isessen-
tial fora good seal. Care should be taken not to rub,
damage or move the gasket.
• Remove oven racks. Oven racks color will change if left
in the oven during a self-cleaning cycle.
_The health of some birds is extremely
sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning
cycle of any range. Move birds to another well venti-
lated room.
Do not touch a hot light bulb with a damp cloth.
Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Disconnect the
appliance or turn off the power to the appliance before
removing and replacing light bulb.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEAN=
ING YOUR RANGE
•Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of
grease that could catch fire. Exhaust fan ventilation
hoods and grease filters should be kept clean. Do not
allow grease to accumulate on hood or filter. Greasy
deposits in the fan could catch fire. When you are
flaming food under the hood, turn the fan on. Refer to the
hood manufacturer's instructionsfor cleaning.
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.
SAVETHESE SAFETY STR CTI

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Range features
Your Electric Range
Features at a Glance
Broil Element
Broil Pan Insert
Broil Pan
Electronic Oven Controls
with Clock and Kitchen Timer
Removable 8" Coil
Surface Element
Surface Element
Control Knob
Removable 6"Coil
Surface Element
ht
(2) adjustable
Oven Racks
One Piece Door
Handle (Style
varies with :_
model)
Glass Front
Oven Door
(Style varies
with model)
Removable 6" Coil
Surface Element
Removable Element
Drip Bowls
Removable 8"Coil
Surface Element
Note: The features of your range will vary
according to model. 7

Setting Surface Controls
Models with Coil Surface Elements
Note:The size and type of
utensil used, and the
amount and type of food
being cooked will influ-
ence the setting needed
for best cooking results.
Setting Surface Controls
1. Place the pan on the surface element.
2. Push in and turn the surface element control knob to desired setting.
3. The surface signal light will glow when one or more elements are turned on. Always turn
the element off before removing the pan.
Setting Type of Cooking
HI (MAX) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling.
5 (MED) Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies, steam vegetables.
2-4 (MED-LOW) Keep food cooking, poach, stew.
LO (MIN) Keep warm, melt, simmer.
*The suggested settings found in the chart above are based on cooking in medium thickness
aluminum pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.
Do not place items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or
plastic wrappings on top of the cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or
ignite.Potholders, towels or wood could catch fire ifplaced too close to the element.
Selecting Surface Cooking Cookware
Cookware should have flat bottoms that
make good contact with the entire surface
heating element. Check for flatness by
rotating a ruler across the bottom of the
cookware (See Figure 5). Be sure to follow
the recommendations for using cookware
as shown in Figure 6.
Note: The size and type of cookware
used will influence the setting needed
for best cooking results. Figure 5
Cookware Material types
Correct Incorrect
o Curved and warped pan
1_ 1_ bottoms.
eFlat bottom and straight
sides.
• Tight fitting lids.
• Weight of handle does not _ _
tilt pan. Pan is well • Pan overhangs element by
balanced, more than one-half inch.
® Pan sizes match the
amount of food to be
prepared and the size of
the surface element. ÷1 I,_
• Made of a material that ® Pan is smaller than
conducts heat well. element.
• Easy to clean.
® Always match pot diameter
to element surface
diameter. ® Heavy handle tilts pan.
Figure 6
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 & pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic glass cooktop, they may leave metal marks which will
resemble scratches. Remove these marks immediately.
COPPER - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily. May leave metal marks on ceramic glass (see Aluminum above).
STAINLESS STEEL - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.
CAST IRON -A poor heat conductor however will retain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is
reached. Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.
PORCELAIN-ENAMEL on METAL - Heating characteristics will vary depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel
coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic cooktops.
GLASS - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass.

Before Setting Oven Controls
Oven Vent Location -Models with Coil Elements
The oven isvented through the right rear coil
element. When the oven is on, warm air is released
through the vent(s). This venting is necessary for
proper air circulation in the oven and good baking
results. DO NOT block the vent(s). Doing so may
cause cooking failures, fire or damage to the
appliance.
OVEN
Removing and Replacing Oven Racks
To remove, pull the rack forward until it stops. Lift up front of
rack and slide out. To replace, fit the rack onto the guides on
the oven walls. Tilt the front of the rack upward and slide the
rack back into place.
Arranging Oven Racks
ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use
oven mitts when the oven is hot. Rack RECOMMENDED RACK POSiTiONS FOR
positions BROiLiNG, BAKING & ROASTING
@Food Rack position
Broiling meats, chicken or fish 3 or 4
Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits & muffins
1 rack 2 or 3
Multiple racks 2 & 4
Frozen pies, angel food cake, yeast, bread, 1 or 2
casseroles, small cuts of meat or poultry
Turkey, roast or ham 1
Note: Always use caution when removing food.
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Air Circulation in the Oven
For best air circulation and baking results allow 2-4" (5-10 cm) around
the cookware for proper air circulation and be sure pans and cookware
do not touch each other, the oven door, sides or back of the oven
cavity. The hot air must circulate around the pans and cookware in
the oven for even heat to reach around the food. 1 Oven Rack
Multiple Oven Racks

Oven Control Functions
READTHE iNSTRUCTiONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For satisfactory use of your oven, become
familiar with the various functions of the oven as described below.
BAKE PAD--Used to
select the bake
function.
Select BROIL PAD--
Used to select the
variable broil function.
UPand DOWN AR ROW
Used along with
the function pads to select
oven temperature, time of
day and minute timer.
TIMER SET/OFF PAD-- Used to
set or cancel the minute timer.
The minute timer does not start
or stop cooking.
CLOCK SET PAD--
Used to set the time of
day.
STOP/CLEAR -- Used to clear any
function previously entered except the
time of day and minute timer. Push OFF/
CANCEL to stop cooking.
Note: The graphics on your timer may not look exactly like those shown. This doesn't change the way it operates.
Setting Oven Controls
Note: The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven.
To Set the Clock
When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted, the display will flash
"12:00".
1. Press _.
2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the A or v until the correct time of day appears in the display.
To Set the MinuteTimer:
1. Press @.
2. Press the/_ to increase the time in one minute increments. Press and hold the ,/_ to increase the time in 10 minute
increments. The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes.
Note: Ifyou press the v pad first, the timer will advance to 11 hours and 59 minutes.
3. The display shows the timer count down in minutes until one minute remains. Then the display will count down in
seconds.
When the set time has run out, the timer will sound a 3 second beep. Then 0:00 will appear in the display until _ is
4.
pressed.
Note: While the minute timer is counting down, the ":" will flash. The minute timer does not start or stop cooking. It serves
as an extra timer in the kitchen that will beep when the set time has run out. The minute timer can be used alone or during
any of the other oven functions. When the minute timer is in use with any other function, the minute timer will be shown in
the display. To view other functions, press the pad for that function.
To Change the Minute Timer while it is in use:
While the timer is active and shows in the display, press and hold the _ or v pad to increase or decrease the time.
To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out: Press @.
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Setting Oven Controls (cont'd)
Note: The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven.
To Set or Change the Temperature for Baking
The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 500°F.
To Set the Controls for Baking:
Press 0' " "appears in the
1. display.
2. Within 5 seconds, press the _,, or v. The display will show "3500.'' By pressing and holding the A or v, the
temperature can then be adjusted in 5°F increments.
3. When the A or v is released, the oven will begin heating to the selected temperature. When the oven temperature
reaches the desired baking temperature, the control will beep one (1) time.
4. To cancel the baking function, press _").
To Change the Oven Temperature after Baking has Started:
1. Press ,and make sure the bake temperature isdisplayed.
2. Press the _. or v to increase or decrease the set temperature.
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Setting Oven Controls (cont'd)
Oven Baking information
For best results, preheat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies or pastries, etc. There is no need to
preheat the 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
the center.
Cakes not level.
Foods not done
when cooking time
is up.
Baking problems and solutions
Causes Corrections
• •
Cookies and biscuits put into
the oven before the preheating
time is completed.
Oven rack overcrowded.
• Dark pan absorbs heat too fast.
• Cakes put into the oven before
preheating time is completed.
• Oven rack position too high or
low.
Oven too hot.
• Oven too hot.
Incorrect pan size.
Pan not centered in the oven.
• Range notlevel.
Pan too close to oven wall or
rack overcrowded.
Pan warped.
• Oven too cool.
• Oven overcrowded.
• Oven dooropened too
frequently.
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Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature
before placing food in oven.
Choose pan sizes that will permit 2" to 4" (5.1 cm to
10.2 cm) of air space on all sides when placed in the
oven.
Use a medium-weight aluminum 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/12°C lower than
recommended.
Set oven temperature 25°F/12°C lower than
recommended.
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.
o
o
o
o
o
Place marked glass measuring cup filled with water on
the center of the oven rack. If water level is uneven,
refer to the installation instructions for leveling the
appliance.
Be sure to allow 2" to 4" (5.1 cm to 10.2 cm) of
clearance on all sides of each pan in the oven.
Do not use pans that are dented or warped.
Set oven temperature 25°F/12°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 baking.
Open oven door only after shortest recommended
baking time.
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Setting Oven Controls (cont'd)
The broiler pan and its insert allow
dripping grease to drain and be kept
away from the high heat of the
broiler. DO NOT use the pan without
its insert. DO NOT cover the insert
with foil. The exposed grease could
ignite.
To Broil
Note: For optimum browning results when broiling, preheat the broil element for
3 to 4 minutes.
1. Arrange oven rack while oven is still cool.
2. Press _.
3. Press the A or v pad, nor will appear in the display indicating the oven
is set for a normal broil. Press again the A pad for HI broil or the v pad
for LO broil. Most foods can be broiled at the HI broil setting. Select the
LO broil setting to avoid excess browning or drying of foods that should be
broiled to the well-done stage.
4. Place the insert on the broiler pan, then place the food on the insert. DO
NOT use the broiler pan without the insert or cover the insert with
aluminum foil. The exposed grease could ignite.
5. Place the pan on the oven rack. Open the oven door to the broil stop
position when broiling (see illustration).
6. Broil on one side until food is browned; turn and cook on the second side.
Note: Always pull the rack out to the stop position before turning or
removing food.
broiling is finished, press _.
7. When
Broil Rack Position Table (Refer to Figure 3)
Note: It is recommended to cook food from 3" to 5" of the broil element.
Rack Position Food category
3rd rack position Medium-rare steaks & hamburgers
2nd rack position Fish, medium steaks & pork chops
2nd rack position Well-done foods such as chicken & lobster
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Should an oven fire occur, close the oven door and turn off the
oven. If the fire continues, use a fire extinguisher. DO NOT put water or flour
on the fire. Flour may be explosive.
Broiling Tips
Broil on one side until the food is browned; turn and cook on the second side. Season and serve. Always pull rack out to
the "stop" position before turning or removing food.
Broiling times vary, so watch the food closely. Time not only depends on the distance from the element, but on the thickness
and age of meat, fat content and doneness preferred. The first side usually requires a few minutes longer than the second.
Frozen meats also require additional time.
Broiler Clean=UpTips:
• To make cleaning easier, line bottom of the broiler pan with aluminum foil. DO NOT cover the broiler grid with foil.
• To prevent grease from baking on, remove the broiler pan from the oven as soon as cooking is completed. Use hot pads
because the broiler pan is extremely hot. Pour off grease. Soak the pan in HOT, soapy water.
Clean the broiler pan as soon as possible after each use. If necessary, use soap-filled steel wool pads. Heavy scouring
may scratch the grid.
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General Care &Cleaning
Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range
Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range is cool. Remove spillovers and
heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleanings now will reduce the extent and difficulty of major cleaning later.
Surfaces
Aluminum & Vinyl
Control Panel and Trim
Pieces
Glass, Painted and
Plastic Body Parts,
Control Knobs and
Decorative Trim Pieces
Stainless Steel (some
models) Oven door &
drawerfront panel
Porcelain Enamel
Broiler Pan and insert,
Door Liner, Body Parts
and Warmer Drawer and
Drawer Cavity.
How to Clean
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFF and remove the control knobs. To
remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft. Clean using hot, soapy water and a dishcloth.
Rinse with a clean water and a dishcloth. Be sure to squeeze excess water from the cloth
before wiping the panel; especially when wiping around the controls. Excess water in or
around the controls may cause damage to the appliance. Be sure to rinse the cleaners as
bluish stains may occur during heating and cannot de removed. To replace knobs after
cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and
water. Follow by rinsing the area with clean water; dry and polish with a soft cloth. Glass
cleaners may be used if sprayed on a soft cloth first. DO NOT spray liquids directly on the
control pad and display area. Do not use large amounts of water on the control panel - excess
water on the control area may cause damage to the appliance. Do not use other liquid
cleaners, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or paper towels -they will damage the finish. To
remove control knobs, turn to the OFF position; grasp firmly and pull straight off the shaft. To
replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft; then push
the knob into place.
Clean with hot, soapy water and dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and cloth. Do not use
cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides or chlorines. Do not use harsh scrubbing
cleaners. Only use kitchen cleaners that are especially made for cleaning stainless steel.
Always be sure to rinse the cleaners off from the surface as bluish stains may occur during
heating that cannot be removed.
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1 solution
of clear water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked
paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, and then scrub
with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners
or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven
cleaners on the cooktop.
Oven Racks Remove racks. See "Removing and Replacing Oven Racks" under Before Setting Oven
Controls. Use a mild, abrasive cleaner, following manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with
clean water and dry. After cleaning the racks, rub the sides of the racks with wax paper or a
cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad oil (this will make the racks glide easier
into the rack positions).
Oven Door
Do Hand
lean Frame
DoHand _DoNot Hand
Clean Door (_Clean Oven
_Door Gasket
Use soap & water to thoroughly clean the top, sides and front of the oven door. Rinse well.
You may use a glass cleaner on the outside glass of the oven door. DO NOT immerse the
door inwater. 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 clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a woven material, on
Self-Cleaning models, which is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub,
damage or remove this gasket.
Surface Elements and
Drip Bowls (Models with
Coil Surface Elements)
Surface elements can be unplugged and removed tomake cleaning thedripbowls easier. The surface
elements clean themselves when theyare turned on. Food spilled on ahot element willbum off. Food
spilled on a cold element can be cleaned with a damp cloth any remaining soilwill bum off the next
time element isused. NEVER IMMERSE A BURFACE ELEMENT INWATER. To remove surface
element and drip bowls, follow the instructions under General Care & Cleaning.
To clean drip bowls, wash in hot, soapy water or in the dishwasher. Rinse and dry while still warm.
Hard-to-remove, burned-on soils can be removed by soaking thedrip bowls for about 20 minutes in
a slightlydiluted liquid cleanseror solution made of equal parts ammonia and water. A nylon scrubber
may be used after soaking. DO NOT use abrasive cleanser or steel wool, as they will scratch the
surface. Always rinse with clean water and polish, and dry with a soft cloth. To replace drip bowls
and surface elements, follow the instructions under General Cleaning.
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General Care & Cleaning (cont'd)
Porcelain Enamel Cooktop Cleaning instructions
Do not use acooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can chemically
damage the cooking surface.
Before cleaning the surface cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is cool.
DO NOT use commercial oven cleaners on the exterior surfaces including rangetop and door frame.
Correct and consistent cleaning is essential to maintaining your porcelain enamel cooktop. If food spills and grease spatters
are not removed, they may burn onto the surface of the cooktop and cause permanent discoloration.
Daily Cleaning
For normal soil:
1. Allow cooktop surface to cool.
2. Wipe off spills and spatters using a clean paper towel or a clean cloth with warm, soapy water.
3. If needed, use a soapy non abrasive pad or other mild household cleaners.
4. Be sure to rinse off the cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating.
For heavy, burned-on soil:
1. Allow cooktop surface to cool.
2. Use a soap filled scouring pad with warm water or cover heavily soiled spots with a solution of clear water and ammonia.
3,
For sugaryspillovers:
Sugary spills can chemically damage your cooktop surface. Therefore, you must begin cleaning the spills while the cooktop
is still hot. Use caution when following the steps below.
1. Turn off all surface units and remove all pans immediately.
2. Put on an oven mitt, wipe up carefully or move hot spills away from the element area with a clean damp cloth.
3. Allow the cooktop to cool. Follow the instructionsabove for heavy, burned-on soil.
Scour gently. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
If any soil remains, apply a few drops ofa recommended cooktop cleaning cream on the spots and rub gently using a clean
damp cloth or scouring pad. Buff with a dry cloth until all soil and cream are removed. Frequent cleaning with the cooktop
cleaning cream leaves a protective coating which helps in preventing scratches and abrasions. ..........
SURFACES CLEANING AGENTS iNSTRUCTiONS
Porcelain enamel (cooktop, Mild cleaners or a soapy Use a damp sponge or dampened soap pad, rinse
surface under took'top) non abrasive pad. and dry.
Broil insert Hot, soapy water or cleaner Use a clean soapy, dampened cloth or paper towel,
Control Panel cream, remove soil and dry. Do not use abrasive products.
Coil Surface Element
To Remove and Replace Surface Elements and Drip Bowls
ATTENTION: Never leave lids on the coil elements as they could be permanently damaged if
the coil isturned on by accident.
Prior to cleaning the drip bowls make sure the coil elements are cold and the control
knobs are turned to OFF
Coil elements clean themselves when they are turned on.
Coil elements and drip bowls are removable and allow you to clean the drip bowls.
To remove a coil element, push against the front edge and lift element up and out.
To clean by hand, wash the drip bowls in hot sudsy water. For hard to remove spots, use
nylon scrubber with soap. Rinse and dry while still warm.
Never immerse coil elements in water.
Be careful not to bend terminal ends when replacing elements after cleaning.
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General Care & Cleaning (cont'd)
To Raise theTop for Cleaning
1. Grasp the sides and lift from the front. A lift-up rod will support the top in its raised
position. Only lift the top high enough to allow the support rod to rest in place under the
front of the cooktop.
2. Clean underneath using a clean cloth and hot, soapy water.
3. To lower the top, lift the top slightly and lower the rod. Lower the range top down intothe
range frame.
A rod swings up to support _ When lowering the lift-up range top, grasp the sides with fingertips only. Be
the top for cleaning under- careful not to pinch fingers. DO NOT drop or bend the range top when raising or lowering. This
neath, could damage the surface.
Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel (Stainless Steel models only)
Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts. Special care and cleaning are required for maintaining the
appearance of stainless parts. Please refer to the table provided at the beginning of the General Care & Cleaning section
in this Use & Care Guide.
Hinge
support
_geleverhook
Lock engaged for door removal
Figure 1
HINGE SLOT =Door removed
from the oven
Figure 2
.Hinge lever
Removing and Replacing the Oven Door
The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat
with the inside of the door facing down.
To Remove Oven Door:
1. Open the door to the fully opened position.
2. Pull up the lock located on both hinge supports and engage itin the hinge
lever hooks (Figure 1).You may have to apply a little downward pressure on
the door to pull the locks fully over the hinge lever hooks.
3. Grab the door by the sides and pull the bottom of the door up and toward you
to disengage the hinge supports. Keep pulling the bottom of the door toward
you while rotating the top of the door toward the range to completely disen-
gage the hinge levers (Figure 2).
4. To clean oven door, follow the instructionsprovided inthe General Care &
Cleaning table.
To Replace Oven Door:
1. Grab the door by the sides; place the hinge supports in the hinge slots. Open
the door to the fully opened position.
2. Disengage the lock from the hinge lever hooks on both sides (Figure 3).
Note: Make sure the hinge supports are fully engaged before unlocking the
hinge levers.
3. Close the oven door.
Special Door Care Instructions -Most oven doors contain glass that
can break.
Read the following recommendations:
1. Do not close the oven door until all the oven racks are fully in place.
2. Do not hit the glass with pots, pans, or any other object.
3. Scratching, hitting, jarring or stressing the glass may weaken its structure
causing an increased risk of breakage at a later time.
Lock in normal position
Figure 3
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General Care & Cleaning (cont'd)
Porcelain Enamel Oven Cleaning
Porcelain has a smooth finish and isa type of glass fused to metal. Oven cleaners can be
used on all interior oven porcelain surfaces.
General Cleaning
Remove soils using hot, soapy water. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid
content (such as milk, tomatoes, saukerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on the
surface as they may cause a dull spot even after cleaning.
To Remove Heavy Soil
1. Allow a dish of ammonia to sit in the oven overnight or for several hours with the oven
door closed. Clean softened spots using hot, soapy water. Rinse well with water and a
clean cloth.
2. If soil remains, use a soap-filled scouring pad or a nonabrasive cleaner. If necessary,
use an oven cleaner following manufacturer's instructions. DO NOT mix ammonia with
othercleaners.
Adhere to the following precautions when using oven cleaners:
1. DO NOT spray on the electrical controls or switches because itcould cause a short
circuit and result in sparking or fire.
2. DO NOT allow a film from the cleaner to build up on the temperature sensing bulb
located at the top left rear corner of the oven; itcould cause the oven to heat
improperly. Carefully wipe the bulb clean after each oven cleaning, being careful not to
move the bulb. A change in its position could affect how the oven bakes. Avoid
bending the bulb and capillary tube.
3. DO NOT spray any cleaner on the oven door trim or gasket, handles or any exterior
surfaces of the range, wood or painted surfaces. The cleaner can damage these
surfaces.
4. DO NOT clean the oven door gasket. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or
remove this gasket.
To Clean the Oven Bottom
The bake element isdesigned to be gently tilted using your hand from the front of the bake
element. This allow easier access to the oven bottom for cleaning. Be careful not to raise
the element more than 4 or 5 inches from the resting position.
Clean using hot, soapy water, a mild abrasive cleanser, a soap-filled abrasive pad or oven
cleaner following oven cleaner manufacturer's instructions.
DO NOT line the oven walls, bottom, racks or any other part of the appliance
with aluminum foil. Doing so will destroy heat distribution, produce poor baking results and
cause permanent damage to the oven interior (aluminum foil will melt to the interior surface
of the oven).
Adhere to the
following cleaning
precautions:
•Allow the oven to
cool before cleaning.
= Wear rubbergloves
when cleaning the
appliance manually.
Remove spillovers and
heavy soils as soon as
possible. Regular
cleanings now will
reduce the extent and
difficulty of major
cleaning later.
Ammonia
must be rinsed before
operating the oven.
Provide adequate
ventilation.
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General Care & Cleaning (cont'd)
Changing Oven Light
Be sure the oven isunplugged and all parts are COOL before replacing the oven light bulb. Do not turn the
oven light on during a self-cleaning cycle. High temperature will reduce lamp life.
On some models an interior oven light will turn on automatically when the oven isopened.
The oven light may be turned on when the door is closed by using the oven light switch located on the Electronic Oven
control.
The oven light bulb iscovered with a glass shield held in place by a wire holder. THiS GLASS SHIELD MUST ALWAYS
BE iN PLACE WHEN THE OVEN iS iN USE.
To Replace the Light Bulb:
BE SURE OVEN iS COOL
1. Turn the power off at the main source.
2. Wear a leather-faced glove for protection against possible broken glass.
3. Replace bulb with a 40 Watt appliance bulb only.
4. Press wire holder to one side to release glass shield, change bulb and
be sure to replace glass shield.
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Before you call
Solutions to Common Problems
Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common occurrences
that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
OCCURRENCE
Range is not level.
Cannot move appliance easily.
Appliance must be accessible for
service.
Entire range or oven does not
operate.
Surface element does not heat.
Surface element too hot or not hot
enough.
Food not heating evenly.
Drip bowls are pitting or rusting.
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Poor installation. Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the oven
rack. Adjust leveling legs at base of range until the rack islevel. When range is
level, cooktop may appear out of alignment if countertop is not level.
Weak, unstable floor. Be sure floor is level and can adequately support range.
Contact a carpenter to correct sagging or sloping floor.
Kitchen cabinet misalignment may make range appear to be unlevel. Be sure
cabinets are square and have sufficient room for range clearance.
Cabinets not square or are built in too tight. Contact a cabinet maker to correct
the problem.
Contact builder or installer to make appliance accessible.
Carpeting interferes with range. Provide sufficient space so range can be lifted
over carpet, i:
Make sure cord/plug is tightly into outlet.
Service wiring is not complete. Contact your Sears Service Center, installing
agent or qualified servicer. [:_
Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company
for service.
No power to the appliance. Check steps under "Entire range or oven does not
operate" in this BeforeYou Call checklist.
Too low heat setting. Turn control to a slightly higher setting until element comes
on.
Incorrect control ison. Be sure to use correct control for the element to be
used.
Incorrect control setting. Raise or lower setting until proper amount of heat is
obtained. Dial markings are an indicatorof relative heat settings and will vary
slightly.
Voltage isincorrect. Be sure appliance isproperly connected to the specified
power source. If you are not sure about this requirement call 1=800=4-MY=
HOME@ for service (See back cover).
Lightweight or warped pans were used. Be sure to use proper cookware. Use
only flat bottom, evenly balanced medium or heavyweight cookware. Heavy and
medium weight pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly,
foods may burn easily.
Lightweight or warped pans were used. Be sure to use proper cookware. Use
only flat bottom, evenly balanced medium or heavyweight cookware. Heavy and
medium weight pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly,
foods may burn easily.
Incorrect control setting. Raise or lower setting until proper amount of heat is
obtained.
Foods with acids, such as tomatoes, ifallowed to stand in/on bowls will cause
corrosion. Remove and wash drip bowls as soon as possible after a spillover.
Normal environment. Houses along sea coast are exposed to salt air. Protect bowls
as much as possible from direct exposure to salt air.
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Before you call
Solutions to Common Problems
Drip bowls turning color or distorted
out of shape. Bottom surface ofcookware extends beyond surface elements and touches cooktop surface. This can cause high enough temperatures to discolorthe dripbowls. DO NOT
use cookware of this type. Pan sizes should be matched to the size of the element.
Replacement drip bowls may be purchased from Sears Parts & Repair.
Surface elements not seated properly in terminal. Turn control to OFF. Be sure
surface element is COOL. Lift out surface element. Position element properly,
following instructions under General Care & Cleaning.
Oven control beeps and displays Electronic control has detected a fault condition. Press CLEAR to clear the
F1, F3 or F9 display and stop beeping. Program oven again. If fault recurs, record fault
number. Press CLEAR and contact Sears or other qualified service agency.
Oven light does not work. Replace or tighten bulb. See "Changing Oven Light" in this Use & Care
Guide for instructions.
Poor baking results. Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper rack position is used.
Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate. Allow the oven
to preheat to the set temperature before placing food in the oven. Try adjusting
the recipes' recommended temperature or baking time.
Oven smokes excessivelyduring Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructions under"Setting Oven Controls"
broiling, in this Use and Care Guide.
Make sure oven isopened to Broil Stop Position.
Meat too close to the element. Reposition the rack to provide proper clearance
between the meat and the element. Preheat broil element.
The inserton broiler pan wrong side up and grease not draining. Always place
insert on the broiler pan with ribs up and slots down to allow grease to drip into
pan.
Grease has built up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when
broiling frequently. Old grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking.
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