Kenmore Elite 318201026A User manual

Kenmore Elite®
Electric Warmer Drawer
TM
Use & Care Guide
English
P/N 318201026A (1108)
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario,
Canada M5B 2B8
www.sears.ca
TM

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Table of Contents
Warmer Drawer Warranty ........................................ 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................3-4
Product Record ..........................................................5
Serial Plate Location ..................................................5
Before setting Warmer Drawer Control ......................5
Setting Warmer Drawer control .............................6-7
General Care & Cleaning....................................... 8-9
Before You Call........................................................10
Protection Agreements..............................................11
Sears Service........................................................... 12
Printed in Canada
Kenmore Elite 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.
This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this appliance is ever used for other than private
family purposes.
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
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 accident or improper operation or
maintenance.
3. Expendableitemsthatcanwearoutfromnormaluse,includingbutnotlimitedtolters,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 the 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 recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
9. Damagetoorfailureofpartsorsystemsresultingfromunauthorizedmodications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tness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tness,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speciclegalrights,andyoumayalsohaveotherrightswhichvaryfromstatetostate.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Homan Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

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• Never modify or alter the construction of a
drawer by removing panels, wire covers,
locking plates, or any other part of the
product.
Stepping, leaning or sitting
on the door or drawer can result in serious
injuries and may also cause damage to the
warmer drawer. Do not allow children to
climb or play around the drawer. An open
drawer, when hot, may cause burns.
Do not use the warmer drawer
for storage.
• Storage in or on Appliance—Flammable
materials should not be stored in the drawer.
This includes paper, plastic and cloth items,
such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels,
aswellasammableliquids.Donotstore
explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near
the warmer drawer. Flammable materials
mayexplodeandresultinreorproperty
damage.
• Do not leave children alone. Children should
not be left alone or unattended in the area
where an appliance is in use. They should
never be allowed to sit or stand on any part
of the appliance.
• DO NOT TOUCH INTERIOR SURFACES
OF THE WARMER DRAWER. Surfaces may
be hot even though they are dark in color.
During and after use, do not touch, or let
clothingorotherammablematerialstouch
theseareasuntiltheyhavehadsucient
time to cool.
• Wear Proper Apparel—Loose-tting or
hanging garments should never be worn
while using the appliance. Do not let clothing
orotherammablematerialscontacthot
surfaces.
• Remove all tape and packaging before
using the appliance. Destroy the carton and
plastic bags after unpacking the appliance.
Never allow children to play with packaging
material.
• Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance
is properly installed and grounded by a
qualied technician in accordance with the
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No.
70—latest edition in the U.S. A., or CSA
C22.1, Part 1 in Canada, and local code
requirements. Install only per installation
instructions provided in this manual.
Sears Parts & Repair is the recommended
repair service for this appliance. Know how
to disconnect the electrical power to the
drawer 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 specically
recommended in the manuals. All other
servicingshouldbedoneonlybyaqualied
technician to reduce the risk of personal injury
and damage to the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
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.
•AllWarmer
Drawers can
tip.
•Injuryto
persons could
result.
•Installanti-tip
device packed
with warmer
drawer.
•SeeInstallation
Instructions.
To reduce the risk of tipping
of the Warmer Drawer, the
drawer must be secured
by properly installed anti-
tip locking provided with
the drawer. To check if the
locking plates are installed
properly, grasp the handle
of the open drawer and
see if the drawer will slide
out of the opening. Refer to
the installation instructions
for proper locking plate
installation.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Use Only Dry Potholders—Moist or damp
potholders on hot surfaces may result in
burns from steam. Do not let the potholders
touch hot heating elements. Do not use
a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a
potholder.
Do Not Use Water or Flour on
Grease Fires. Smother the re with a pan lid,
or use baking soda, a dry chemical or foam-
type extinguisher.
• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers—
Build-up of pressure may cause the
container to burst and result in injury.
• IMPORTANT—Do not attempt to operate the
warmer drawer during a power failure. If
the power fails, always turn the control o.
Ifthedrawerisnotturnedoandthepower
resumes, the drawer may begin to operate
again. Food left unattended could spoil.
Never use your appliance for
warming or heating the room.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
YOUR WARMER DRAWER
• Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum
foil to line warmer drawer. Any other use
of protective liners or aluminum foil may
result in poor performance or damage to
the appliance. Only use aluminum foil as
recommended for baking if used as a cover
placed on the food.
• Glazed Cooking Utensils—Only certain
types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic,
earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for use without breaking due to the
sudden change in temperature. Check the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Use Care When Opening Warmer Drawer—
Stand to the side of the unit when opening
the door of a hot drawer. Let hot air or
steam escape before you remove or replace
food in the warmer drawer.
• Placement of Warmer Drawer Racks—
Always place rack in desired location while
drawer is cool. If rack must be moved while
hot, use extreme caution. Use potholders
and grasp the rack with both hands to
reposition. Do not let potholders contact the
hot element or interior of the warmer drawer.
Remove all utensils from the rack before
removing rack.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING
YOUR WARMER DRAWER
• Clean the drawer regularly to keep all parts
free of grease that could catch re. Do not
allow grease to accumulate. Greasy deposits
couldcatchre.
• Kitchen cleaners/aerosols—Always follow
the manufacturer’s recommended directions
for use. Be aware that excess residue from
cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing
damage and/or injury.
• Do not cover the broiler grid or oven bottom
with aluminum foil. Exposed fat and grease
could ignite.
• Protective liners—Do not use aluminum
foil to line bottom. Only use aluminum foil
as recommended in this manual. Improper
installation of these liners may result in risk
ofelectricshock,orre.

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Serial Plate Location
Youwillndthemodelandserialnumberprintedon
the serial plate. The serial plate is located along the
interior right side trim and visible when the warmer
drawer is opened.
Product Record
In this space below, record the date of purchase,
model and serial number of your product. You will
ndthemodelandserialnumberprintedontheserial
plate.
Model No. __________________________________
Serial No.___________________________________
Date of purchase ____________________________
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for
future reference.
790.
Please carefully read and save these instructions
This Use & Care Manual contains general operating instructions for
your Warmer Drawer 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
Remember
to record the
serial number
for future
reference.

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Before Setting Warmer Drawer Control
Arranging Warmer Drawer Rack Positions
Set the warmer drawer rack in the vertical position as shown below.
The rack can be used in 2 ways:
• Intheupright positiontoallowlowprolefooditemstobeplacedboth
under and on top of the rack (for example, rolls or biscuits on top of
the rack and a casserole dish under).
• Inthedownward position for placement of light weight food items and
empty dishware (for example, rolls or pastries and dinner plates).
Setting Warmer Drawer Control
To Operate the Warmer Drawer
The purpose of the warmer drawer is to keep hot cooked foods at
serving temperature. Always start with hot food. It is not recommended
to heat cold food in the warmer drawer.
All food placed in the warmer drawer should be covered with a lid or
aluminum foil to maintain moisture and softness. Do not cover crisp
foods. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the
drawer and be very dicult to clean.
Use only dishware, utensils and cookware recommended for oven use
in the warmer drawer.
Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from the
warmer drawer as cookware and plates will be hot.
Indicator Light
The indicator light is located below the thermostat control knob. It
turns on when the control is set, and stays on until the control is turned
o.Makesureindicatorlightisowhenremovingfoodfromdrawer.
Warmer Drawer Humidity Controller Feature
This feature may be used to control humidity in the Warmer Drawer.
The control knob is located on the inner front panel of the Warmer
Drawer.
For dry heat: Slide the humidity control knob in the direction of less
moist (Figure 1). This allows more of the moist heat to escape and
provides a dryer environment for the food in the Warmer Drawer.
For moist heat: Slide the humidity control knob in the direction of
more moist (Figure 2). This will help keep the food in the Warmer
Drawer from drying out. Both heat and moisture will be applied to the
Warmer Drawer cavity.
Note: For some types of servings you may want to store previously
prepared food in a “dry heat” environment. For frequent controller
adjustments, slide the control knob to any desired position.
Downward Position
Upright Position
Figure 1
Figure 2

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Setting Warmer Drawer Control
Use the warmer drawer to keep
hot foods hot such as: vegetables,
gravies, meats, casseroles, biscuits
and rolls, pastries and heated
dinner plates.
The warmer drawer is equipped with
a catch which may require a small
amount of force when opening and
closing the drawer.
Indicator
Light
To Set the Temperature Control
The Temperature Control is located on the inside right panel of the
warmer drawer. The temperature range is from 80°F to 210°F, and the
temperature settings are approximate from LO to HI throughout the
range. Set the control to LO, MED, HI or anywhere in between.
1. To set the temperature, push in and turn the control to the desired
setting.
2. For best results, preheat the drawer before adding food. An
empty drawer will reach the LO setting in about 12 minutes, the
MED setting in about 15 minutes, and the HI setting in about 18
minutes.
3. When done warming, turn the temperature control to OFF.
Temperature Selection
Refer to the chart in the side column for recommended settings. If a
particular food is not listed, start with the medium setting. If more
crispness is desired, remove the lid or aluminum foil from the food.
Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium
setting. When a combination of foods are to be kept warm (for
instance, a meat with 2 vegetables and rolls), use the high setting.
Refrain from opening the warmer drawer while in use to eliminate loss
of heat from the drawer. Open only for adding or removing food.
To Warm Serving Bowls and Plates
Heat bowls and plates on the LO setting. Place empty dishes on
theracktoraisethemodrawerbottom.Tofurtherheatdishesor
toheatnechina,checkwiththemanufacturerformaximumheat
tolerance.
Auto-Shutdown
This unit is programmed to automatically shutdown after 4 hours it is
left on. The element will stop warming the drawer, the indicator light
willturnoandabeepwillsoundeach20secondsuntilthecontrol
knob is turned to “OFF” position.
Preparing Bread Dough for the Warmer
Drawer
The Warmer Drawer has a Bread Proof feature that can be used to
help prepare bread dough. The recommended length of time to keep
bread dough in the Warmer Drawer is about 45-60 minutes. Be sure
however to follow the recipe’s recommended times.
The unrisen bread dough should be placed in a large bowl since the
dough will nearly double in volume. Place the Warmer Drawer Rack
in the downward position. Before placing in the Warmer Drawer,
cover the bowl with a moist cloth or use wax paper that has been
coated with a non-stick type cooking spray.
NOTE: The bread proof function uses low warming temperature which
may be lower than your room temperature. The drawer will not work
as a cooling device and will not be able to lower the temperature of
foods to less than room temperature.
Warmer Drawer Recommended
Food Settings Chart
Food Item Setting
Bacon Hi
Biscuits Med
Casseroles Med
Eggs Med
Empty Dinner Plates Lo
Fish, Seafood Med
Fried Foods Hi
Gravies, creams,
sauces Med
Ham Med
Hamburger Patties Hi
Pancakes,Waes Hi
Pastries Med
Pies Med
Pizza Hi
Pork Chops Hi
Potatoes (baked) Hi
Potatoes (mashed) Med
Poultry Hi
Roasts (Beef, Pork,
Lamb) Med
Rolls, soft Lo
Rolls, hard Med
Vegetables Med

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General Cleaning
Surface How to Clean
Glass
Drawer Front Panel
You may use a glass cleaner on the outside glass of the drawer. DO NOT
immerse the drawer in water. DO NOT spray or allow water or the glass
cleaner to enter behind the drawer glass panel. DO NOT use oven cleaners,
cleaning powders or any harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the
drawer.
Plastic
Control Knobs
Toremovecontrolknob,turntotheOFFposition;grasprmlyandpullstraight
otheshaft.Cleanwithaclothsoakedinsoapywater. Rinse with a clean
waterandadishcloth.Toreplaceknobaftercleaning,lineuptheatsidesof
both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Note: Humidity controller knob cannot be removed.
Stainless Steel Clean stainless steel with hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean
water and a 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 from the surface as bluish stains may occur during heating that cannot
be removed.
Porcelain Enamel
Body Parts and Drawer
Cavity
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dicult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-lled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.
Warmer Drawer Rack The rack may be removed for cleaning. If removed, clean by using a mild,
abrasive cleaner following manufacturer’s instructions. Rinse with clean water
and dry.
Cleaning Various Parts of Your Appliance
Before cleaning any part of the warmer drawer, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the warmer drawer is
COOL. REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANINGS NOW
WILL REDUCE THE EXTENT AND DIFFICULTY OF MAJOR CLEANING LATER.

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To Remove and Replace Warmer Drawer
To Remove Warmer Drawer:
1. Turnpowerobeforeremovingthewarmerdrawer.
2. Open the drawer to the fully opened position.
3. Locate the latches on both sides of the warmer drawer.
4. Pull up on the left glide latch and push down on the right glide
latch.
5. Pull the drawer away from the appliance.
6. To clean warmer drawer, gently scour with a soapy scouring pad;
this will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1 solution of clear water
andammonia.Ifnecessary,coverdicultspotswithanammonia-
soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water
and a damp cloth. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may
become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven
cleaners on the cooktop.
To Replace Warmer Drawer:
1. Align the glide latches on both sides of the drawer with the slots on
the drawer.
2. Push the drawer back into the appliance.
Turn the warmer
drawer control knob to OFF
before removing the drawer. DO
NOT touch the warmer drawer
element. The element may still be
hot enough to cause burns, even
if it is dark in color.
Electrical Shock Hazard can occur and
result in serious injury or death. Disconnect appliance
from electric power before cleaning and servicing the
warmer drawer.
Warmer Drawer
General Cleaning (continued)

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Avoid Service Checklist
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 POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Drawer is not level. Poor installation. Place a level on the cutout bottom. Make sure bottom is level.
Be sure cutout bottom is strong and stable enough to adequately support
drawer (and wall oven, if applicable).
Cannot move appliance
easily. Appliance must be
accessible for service.
Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly. Contact builder or installer to
make appliance accessible.
Warmer drawer does not
operate.
Make sure cord/plug is plugged tightly into outlet.
Servicewiringisnotcomplete.ContactSearsoranotherqualiedservicer.
Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company
for service.
An error at power up (or after a power failure) could happen if the control
knob was left on the ON position. If a power failure should occur, be sure to
set the control knob to the OFF position. This will reset the electronic controls.
Once the control knob has been set to the OFF position, the electronic controls
should return to normal operation.