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Kenmore
GAS COOKTOP
PARRILLA DE COCINAR A GAS
Models, Modelos 790. 3240>l<, 3241>1<
>I< = color number, número de color
Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
P/N 318203661 Rev. A (0903)
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Table of Contents
Cooktop Warranty
Product Record......................................................................2
Serial Plate Location..............................................................2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Grounding Instructions...........................................................5
Liquefied Petroleum (Propane) Gas Conversion
Surface Cooking
Setting Surface Controls.....................................................8-9
General Care & Cleaning
Before You Call...................................................................14
Protection Agreements
Sears Service
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Product Record
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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. This serial
plate is located under the cooktop. See bottom of this page
for the serial plate location.
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Model No.. 790.___________________________
Serial No.
Date of purchase___________________________________
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
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reference.
Ken more 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.
For five years from the date of purchase, if the cooktop glass fails due to thermal shock or the cooktop elements are
defective, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free part replacement. After the first year from purchase date, you must
pay the labor cost of part installation.
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 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 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 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 MSB 2B8
Serial Plate Location
You will find the model and serial number printed on the
serial plate. The serial plate is located under the cooktop.
Please see the illustration for exact location. Remember to
record the serial number for future reference (See Product
Record above).
Printed in United States
Serial plate is
located under
the burner box
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Important Safety Instructions
Read ail instroctions 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.
tl3!l!iiliillljli£]This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage.
f!5Sll!iL2l£|This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.
A WARNING
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If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the
gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, servicer or the gas supplier.
Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using
the cooktop. Destroy the carton and plastic bags
after unpacking the cooktop. Never allow children to
play with packaging material. Do not remove the model/
serial plate attached to the cooktop.
Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is prop
erly installed and grounded by a qualified technician
in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1 latest edition and CAN/CGA B149.2, and the
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70—latest
edition, and local code requirements. Install and/or
adjust only per installation instructions provided in the
literature package for this cooktop.
In case of an emergency, know how to disconnect
the electrical power to the appliance at the circuit
breaker or fuse box.
User Servicing. Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance unless specifically recommended in
the product literature supplied with this appliance.
All other servicing should be done only by a qualified
technician to reduce the risk of personal injury and dam
age to the appliance. Sears Parts & Repair is the recom
mended repair service for this appliance.
Never modify or alter the construction of a cooktop
by removing panels, wire covers, or any other part of
the product.
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result in serious injuries and may also cause dam
age to the cooktop. Do not allow children to climb or play
I Stepping or leaning on this cooktop can
around the cooktop.
• Storage on Appliance—Flammable materials should
not be stored on the cooktop, near surface burners.
This includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as
cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flam
mable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aero
sol cans, on the cooktop. Flammable materials may
explode and result in fire or property damage.
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dren in the cabinets above the cooktop.
• Do not leave children alone—Children should not
be left alone or unattended in the area where an ap
pliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit
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Do not store items of interest to chil
or stand on any part of the appliance.
• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS, GRATES, OR
AREAS NEAR THESE BURNERS. Surface burners
may be hot even though the flames are not visible.
Areas near surface burners 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 and the surfaces facing
the cooktop.
• Wear Proper Apparel—Loose-fitting or hanging
garments should never be worn while using the ap
pliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materi
als contact hot surfaces.
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heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result
in carbon monoxide poisoning.
• 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
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NEVER use this appliance as a space
grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot.
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Important Safety Instructions
Use Only Dry Potholders—Moist or damp pot hold
ers on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam.
Do not let the potholders touch the flame or burners.
Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a pot
holder.
Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers—Buildup of
pressure may cause container to burst and result in
injury.
Know which knob controls each surface burner.
Always turn the knob to the LITE position when igniting
the burners. Visually check that the burner has lit. Then
adjust the flame so it does not extend beyond the edge
of the utensil.
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size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the uten
sil. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of
Use Proper Flame Size—Adjust flame
the burner flame to direct contact and may result in ignition
of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to flame will also
improve efficiency.
À WARNING
sealed gas burners. If you use a stove top grill on a
Do not use stove top grills on your
sealed gas burner, it will cause incomplete combustion and
can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above
allowable current standards. This can be hazardous to your
health.
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I Use proper pan size—This appliance is
equipped with one or more surface burners of different
sizes. Select utensils having flat bottom large enough to
cover the surface burner. The use of undersized utensils
will expose a portion of the surface burner to direct contact
and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of
utensil to the surface burner will also improve efficiency.
• Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts free
of grease that could catch fire. Exhaust fan ventila
tion 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 flaming food
under the hood, turn fan on. Refer to hood manufac
turer's instructions for cleaning.
Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward from
Edges of Cooktop and Not Extend Over Adjacent
Surface Burners—To reduce the risk of burns, 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 burners.
Never Leave Surface Burners Unattended at High
Heat Settings—Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry
may melt.
Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line sur
face burner pans. Protective liners or aluminum foil may
interfere with heat and air distribution, and combustion.
Damage to the cooktop or personal injury may result.
Glazed Cooking Utensils—Only certain types of glass,
glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed
utensils are suitable for cooktop service without break
ing due to the sudden change in temperature. Check the
manufacturer's recommendations for cooktop use.
Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner Covers. If a
burner is accidentally turned on, the decorative cover will
become hot and possibly melt. You will not be able to see
that the burner is on. Burns will occur if the hot covers
are touched. Damage may also be done to the cooktop
or burners because the covers may cause overheating.
Air will be blocked from the burner and cause combus
tion problems.
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.
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Grounding instructions
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plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged
directly into a properly grounded receptacle. DO NOT cut or remove
the grounding prong from this plug. If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the
only available outlet, it is the personal responsibility of the consumer
to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle
installed by a qualified electrician.
[This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding
Grounding
type wall
receptacle
Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass
the grounding
prong.
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adapter plug, an extension cord, or remove grounding prong from
electrical power cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, fire or death.
See the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS packaged with this cooktop
for complete installation and grounding instructions.
I Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. DO NOT use an
Liquefied Petroleum (Propane) Gas Conversion
This appliance can be used with Natural Gas and Propane Gas. It
is shipped from the factory for use with natural gas.
If you wish to convert your cooktop for use with propane gas:
- For models with Open Burners, convert according to directions
in the Gas Cooktop Installation Instructions.
- For models with Sealed Burners, convert according to the
instructions in the attached envelope marked FOR LP/PROPANE
GAS CONVERSION.
Only a qualified service agent should perform the L. P. conversion.
Contact the local gas provider for conversion. An L. P. Conversion
Kit is supplied with this range and is located on the main back of
the range. The kit contains installation instructions which must be
read before and followed carefully when installing the kit.
____________¡Severe electrical shock, ordamage
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to the cooktop, may occur if the cooktop is not
converted by a qualified installer or electrician.
additions, changes or conversions required in
order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the
application needs must be made by a qualified
service agent.
Power supply cord with
3-prong grounding plug
To avoid serious injury, any
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Surface Cooking
Use Proper Cookware
CORRECT
—
INCORRECT
• Curved an^warped pan bottoms.
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
Figure 1
(See Figure 1). Be sure to follow the
recommendations for using cookware as
shown in Figure 2.
Note: The size and type of cookware used
will influence the setting needed for best
cooking results.
Note: Always use a utensil for its intended
purpose. Follow manufacturer's instructions.
Some utensils were not made to be used in
the oven or on the cooktop.
Specialty Pans & Trivets
Flat bottom and straight sides.
Tight fitting lids.
Pan overhangs unit by more than
2.5 cm (1”).
Weight of handle does not tilt
pan. Pan is well balanced.
Pan sizes match the amount of
food to be prepared.
Made of material that conducts
heat well.
Flame extends beyond unit.
Easy to clean.
Figure 2
* Specialty pans such as lobster pots, griddles and pressure cookers may
be used but must conform to the above recommended cookware require
ments.
Note: Do not use griddle over more than one burner. That can damage your
cooktop and that can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above
allowable current standards. That can hazardous to your health.
Woks with flat bottoms suitable for
use on your cooktop are available
in most cookshop or hardware
stores. Round-bottomed woks
(with a support ring that does not
extend beyond the burner flames)
may also be used. The metal ring
was designed to support the wok
safely when it is filled with large
amounts of liquids (soup making) or
fat (frying).
Wire trivets: Do not use wire trivets.
Cookware bottoms must be in direct
contact with the grates.
 CAUTION DO NOT use two
burner units to heat one large pan
such as a roaster or griddle, or al
low cooking utensils to boil dry. The
bottom surface of the pan in either
of these situations could cause dis
coloring or crazing of the appliance
cooking surface, and damage to the
grates and burner units.
DO NOT use a wok if it is equipped
with a metal ring that extends beyond
the burner flames. Because this ring
traps heat, the surface unit and
cooktop surface could be damaged.
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Surface Cooking
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that harmful micro-organisms are
destroyed and the jars are sealed
completely. When canning in a water
bath canner, a gentle but steady boil
must be maintained continuously for
the required time. When canning with
a pressure canner, the pressure must
be maintained continuously for the
required time.
Safe canning requires
Canning Tips & Information
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caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to vent steam away from you.
1.
Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local
Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass
jars for the latest canning information.
2.
Use flat-bottomed canners only. Heat is spread more evenly when the
bottom surface is flat.
3.
Center the canner on the burner grate.
4.
Start with hot water and a high heat setting to reduce the time it takes to
bring the water to a boil; then reduce the heat setting as low as possible
to maintain a constant boil.
5.
It is best to can small amounts and light loads.
^CAUTION
1. Do not use water bath or pressure canners that extend more than one
inch (2.5 cm) beyond the edge of the burner grate.
2. Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an
extended amount of time.
3. Alternate surface units between each batch to allow the units and
surrounding surfaces to cool down. Try to avoid canning on the same
burner unit all day.
Canning can generate large amounts of steam. Use extreme
Prevent damage to cooktop and burner grates:
Flame Size
For most cooking, start on the highest control setting and then turn to a lower one to
complete the process. Use the table below as a guide for determining proper flame size for
various types of cooking. The size and type of utensil used and the amount of food being
cooked will influence the setting needed for cooking.
For deep fat frying, use a thermometer and adjust the surface control knob accordingly. If
the fat is too cool, the food will absorb the fat and be greasy. If the fat is too hot, the food will
brown so quickly that the center will be undercooked. Do not attempt to deep fat fry too much
food at once as the food will neither brown nor cook properly.
*Flame Size Type of Cooking
High Flame I Start most foods; bring water to a boil; pan broiling
Medium Flame I Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces, gravies; steam
Low Flame
*These settings are based on using medium-weight aluminum pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.
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Keep foods cooking; poach; stew
Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge of the utensil. A higher flame
simply wastes heat and energy, and increases your risk of being burned by the flame.
Proper Burner Adjustments
The color of the flame is the key to proper burner adjustment. A good flame is clear, blue
and hardly visible in a well-lighted room. Each cone of flame should be steady and sharply
defined. Adjust or clean burner if flame is yellow-orange. To clean burner, see instructions
under General Cleaning.
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Surface Cooking
Placement of Burner Bases and Caps
(Models with sealed burner only)
Your cooktop is equipped with three different sized burners: Power Burner
(large), Standard Burner (medium) and Simmer Burner (small).
Place the burner base over each gas opening, matching the burner base
size with the gas opening size. Place the burner cap on each burner
base, again matching the cap size to the burner base size. The cap for
the each Burner has an inner locating ring which locates the burner cap
in the center of the burner.
Make sure each burner cap is properly aligned and level.
Turn the burner on to determine if it will light. If the burner does not
light, contact a Sears Service Center. Do not service the sealed burner
yourself.
Burner Cap
Locating Ring”
Burner
Base ■
Electrode-
\
Sealed Burner
Gas
‘ Opening
Setting Surface Controls
The surface control knobs shown
below may not look identical to the
Surface Controls Knobs on your
range; They are only representational.
Open Burner Models
To Adjust Low or "Simmer" Setting (some models)
The burner flame, at low setting, can be adjusted if it is too high or too low;
refer to the Installation Instructions for adjustment procedure.
To operate the Surface Burner:
1. Place cooking utensil on burner.
Push in and turn the Surface Control knob to LITE. Note: All electronic
2.
ignitors will click at the same time. However, only the burner you are
turning on will ignite.
Visually check that the burner has lit.
After the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired flame size. The
control knobs do not have to be set at a particular mark. Use the guides
and adjust the flame as needed. DO NOT cook with the control knob in the
LITE position. (The electronic ignitor will continue to click if left in the LITE
position.)
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Setting Surface Controls
Sealed Burner iViodeis
Your appliance may be equipped with any combination of the following burners:
Simmer Burner: This burner is best used for simmering delicate sauces, etc.
Standard Burner: This burner can be used for most all surface cooking needs.
Power Burner: This larger burner is best used when bringing large quantities of
liquid to temperature and when preparing larger quantities of food.
Regardless of size, always select a utensil that is suitable for the amount and
type of food being prepared. Select a burner and flame size appropriate to the
pan. Never allow flames to extend beyond the outer edge of the pan.
Each burner lights from an electric ignitor when its control knob is turned to the
lite position.
To operate the surface burner:
1. Place cooking utensil on burner.
2. Push in and turn the Surface Control knob to LITE. Note: All electronic
ignitors will click at the same time. However, only the burner you are turning on
will ignite.
3. Visually check that the burner has lit.
4. After the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired flame size. The
control knobs do not have to be set at a particular mark. Use the guides and
adjust the flame as needed. DO NOT cook with the control knob in the LITE
position. (The electronic ignitor will continue to click if left in the LITE position.)
5. To turn the burner off, turn the control knob as far as it will go, to the OFF
position.
The surface control knobs
shown below may not look
identical to the Surface Controls
Knobs on your range; They are
only representational.
Manual Ignition
In the event of an electrical power outage, the surface burners can be lit manually.
To light a surface burner, hold a lit match to the burner head, then slowly turn the
surface control knob to LITE. Use caution when lighting surface burners manually.
Surface burner in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to
operate normally.
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without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may chip without
cookware to absorb the heat.
À CAUTION
spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the cooktop when it is in use.
These items could melt or ignite. Pot holders, towels or wood spoons could catch
fire if placed too close to a flame.
Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time
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Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers,
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Generai Care & Cleaning
Cleaning Various Parts of Your Cooktop
Before cleaning any part of the cooktop, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the cooktop is COOL. REMOVE SPILL
OVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANING NOW WILL REDUCE THE DIFFICULTY
AND EXTENT OF A MAJOR CLEANING LATER.
Surfaces
Aluminum (Trim Pieces) & Vinyl Use hot, soapy water and a cloth or paper towel. Dry with a clean cloth.
Painted and Plastic Control Knobs,
Body Pieces, and Decorative Trim
How to Clean
For general cleaning, use hot soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils
and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil
for 30 to 60 minutes. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry. DO NOT use abrasive
cleaners on any of these materials; they can scratch or dull the finish.
Control Panel
Wipe the control panel clean after each use. 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 cloth. 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. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides
of both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Stainless Steel, Chrome,
Decorative Trim
Clean with hot, soapy water and a 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.
Porcelain Enamel
Burner Grates, Burner Pans (some
models). Burner Rings (some models).
Cooktop Surface
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 or paper towel. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain
may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners
on the cooktop.
Surface Burners The holes in the burners of your cooktop must be kept clean at all times for
proper ignition and a complete, even flame. Clean the burner holes routinely
with a small gauge wire or needle and especially after bad spillovers which
could clog these holes.
To remove and replace burner units per your model, see instructions under
General Cleaning. To clean, soak the burners in a 1:1 solution of ammonia and
water for 30 to 40 minutes. For stubborn stains, scrub with soap and water or a
mild abrasive cleanser and damp cloth. Dry the burners thoroughly in a warm
oven for 30 minutes. Then replace them, making sure they are seated and level.
DO NOT wash burner units in the dishwasher.
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General Care & Cleaning
Porcelain enamel cooktop cleaning instructions
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 mild household cleaners or a soap-filled steel wool pad.
4. Be sure to rinse off all cleaning solutions 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. Scour gently. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean
cloth.
SURFACES CLEANING AGENTS INSTRUCTIONS
Porcelain enamel
(cooktop, surface
under cooktop)
Control Knob Area Hot, soapy water or cleaner
Mild cleaners or soap-filled
steel wool pads.
cream.
Use a damp sponge or
dampened soap pad, rinse and
dry.
Use a clean soapy, dampened
cloth or paper towel, remove
soil and dry. Do not use
abrasive products.
A WARNING
Do not use a
cooktop cleaner on a hot cook
top. The fumes can be hazardous
to your health, and can chemical
ly damage the cooking surface.
A CAUTION
Before cleaning
the surface cooktop, be sure the
controls are turned to OFF and
the cooktop is cool.
A CAUTION
commercial oven cleaners on
DO NOT use
the exterior surfaces including
rangetop and door frame.
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General Care & Cleaning
Open Burner Models (some models)
To Raise arid Lower the Top for Cleanirig
The cooktop is hinged and can be raised to clean the area underneath. Be sure all cooktop controls are turned to OFF
and burner grates are cool.
1. Remove control knobs, burner grates and spillover bowls. Set aside.
2. Grasp the front of the cooktop and lift. Some models have a swing-up rod to support the cooktop in its raised position.
3. Clean under the cooktop.
4. Lower the top gently after lowering the support rod (some models).
5. Replace bowls, grates and control knobs.
 CAUTION When lowering the top, grasp the sides with fingertips only. Be careful not to pinch fingers. Also, DO NOT
drop or bend the cooktop when raising or lowering. This could damage the surface.
4 WARNING DO NOT turn on the burners when the cooktop is raised for cleaning. Be sure that the top is completely
lowered and securely in place before turning on the burners.
To Remove and Replace Burners
The burners on your cooktop maybe removed for cleaning.
Be sure all controls are turned to OFF and burner grates
are cool before removing cooktop burner units.
To Remove Burner Assemblies
1. Remove the shipping screw from the support brackets.
See illustrations for location of screws.
2. Grasp the burner head and tilt it slightly (A in Figure 1)
to the right to release the tab from the burner support.
3. Lift up the support bracket (see Figure 2) slightly and
pull it away from the front of the cooktop to free the air
shutter from the gas valve orifice (B in Figure 1).
Check the lighter and burner ports (Figure 2). If they are
clogged, use a wire or needle to clear them.
To remove burned-on food, soak the burners in a vinegar
and water solution for 20-30 minutes. For stubborn stains,
scrub with soap and water or a mild abrasive cleanser and
a damp cloth. Do not wash burners in a dishwasher.
To Replace Burner Assemblies
1. Slide the air shutter over the gas valve orifice (Figure 1).
2. Lower the burner assembly and hook the tab in the slot
in the burner support. Make sure the burner assembly is
properly seated and level.
3. Be sure both tabs are in the correct slots, the burner
sits level and straight, and the flash tube forms a
straight line from the igniter to the burner (Figure 2).
4. Replace shipping screws if desired. These screws are
not necessary for the operation of the burner. They
stabilize the burner during shipping of the appliance.
Retain the screws for later use in the event the range is
moved.
Lighter Port
Support Brackets
Burner Support
Figure 2
.Burner Ports
Shipping
Screws
Flash Tube
Pilot or Igniter
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General Care & Cleaning
Sealed Burner iVlodeis (some models)
To Clean the Burner Grates, Contoured Burner Pans, Burner Cap and Burner Base
The burner grates, contoured burner pans, burner caps and burner base should be routinely cleaned. Keeping the
burner ports clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame. See instructions below.
To Clean the Burner Grates
Be sure burners and grates are cool before you place your hand, a pot holder,
cleaning cloths or other material on them. The cast iron burner grates can be washed in
hot soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry the grates with a cloth; don't put them on the
cooktop while still wet. Be sure the grates are positioned securely over the burners.
To remove burned on food, place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag.
Add 1/4 cup ammonia and soak for 30 minutes. Wash, rinse well and dry. An abrasive
cleaner can be used for stubborn stains.
To Clean the Contoured Burner Pans
The burner pans are removable from the cooktop. The burner pan forms a recessed well area located around each
burner unit. If spill occurs on it, after the burners are turned off, rinse with water and wipe dry.
To Clean the Burner Cap
Remove burner cap. Use soap-filled pad or mild abrasive cleanser to clean i “)
burner caps. If necessary, cover stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked *
paper towel for 30 minutes. Rub gently with a mixture of clean water and f T
vinegar. Wipe dry. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged '
during future heating.
Burner grate can appear in
different shapes.
Bi-iri'ier '
Base I
Elecirode'
sPai
Gas
' Opening
To Clean the Removable Burner Base and Gas Opening (some models)
The ports (or slots) around the burner base must be routinely cleaned. Use a
small-gauge wire or needle to clean small slots or holes.
Note: If the electrode is damaged or broken, the surface burner will not light
because it will not spark. Manual lighting with a match is still possible.
For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burner - DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS,
FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE
GAS OPENING TUBE. Gas must flow freely through the small hole in the
brass orifice for the burners to light properly. If the gas opening orifice becomes
soiled or clogged, use a small-gauge or needle to clean. ALWAYS keep the
burner cap in place whenever a surface burner is in use.
To Replace the Burner Base and the Burner Cap
Make sure the pieces are thoroughly dry before placing back.
1. Replace burner base and burner cap in their places. Make sure each burner
cap and burner base are properly aligned and leveled.
2. Replace the burner grate.
3. Turn the burner on to determine if it lights. If the burner does not light after
cleaning, contact a Sears or other qualified service dealer. Do not service
the sealed burner yourself.
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Before You Cali
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
Surface burners do not light.
Surface burner flame burns half way
around.
Surface burner flame is orange.
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Surface Control knob has not been completely turned to LITE. Push in and turn
the Surface Control knob to LITE until burner ignites and then turn control to
desired flame size.
Be sure gas supply valve is open.
Gas-air mixture needs a straight line to travel. Be sure burner is properly seated
in its support (models with open burners only).
Burner ports or slots are clogged. With the burner off, use a small-gauge wire
or needle to clean ports or slots.
Power cord is disconnected from outlet (electric ignition models). Be sure cord
is plugged securely into outlet.
Electrical power outage (electric ignition models). Burners can be lit manually.
See Setting Surface Controls in this Use & Care Guide.
Burner ports or slots are clogged. With the burner off, clean ports with a small-
gauge wire or needle to clean ports or slots.
Moisture is present after cleaning. Lightly fan the flame and allow burner to
operate until flame is full. To avoid this occurrence dry the burners thoroughly
following instructions under General Care & Cleaning.
Dust particles in main line. Allow the burner to operate a few minutes until flame
turns blue.
In coastal areas, a slightly orange flame is unavoidable due to salt air.
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PROTECTION AGREEIVIENTS
Master Protection Agreements :
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Acuerdos maestros de protección
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