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Table of Contents Product Record

Warranty..................................................2 space below, record the date of purchase, model and

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Setting Surface Controls

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Setting Oven Controls.............................................................9-11 q ° ^ m °

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General Care & Cleaning......................................................13-15 Date of Purchase-------------------------------------------------------------------

Adjusting Your Oven Temperature

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Sears Service

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Kenmore Appliance Warranty

One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to a defect
in materia] or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-8O0-4-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 only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:

1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.

2. A service technician to instruct the 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 if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the
product.

5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended 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 instructions supplied with the product.

7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product.

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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 particuiar 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
¡imitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantabiiity or fitness,
so these exclusions or limitation may not apply to you.

This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the 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 MSB 2B8

Grounding type
wall receptacle

Grounding Instructions

WARNING

Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an adapter plug, an

extension cord, or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this

Do not, under any
circumstance, cut,
remove, or bypass

the grounding prong.

warning can cause serious injury, fire or death.

ik WARNING

This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding 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.

For personal safety, the range must be properly grounded. For maximum safety, the power
cord must be plugged into an electrical outlet that is correctly polarized and properly
grounded.

Power supply cord
with 3-prong
grounding 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.

See the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS packaged with this range for complete installation and grounding instructions,

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Important Safety Instructions

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

Save these instructions for future reference.

This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given,

r IwMslMfM 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.

A WARNING

followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.

FORYOURSAFETY:

— 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 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 sureyourappliance is properly installed
and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.-latest edition, orin Canada
CAN/CGA B149.1, and CAN/CGA B149.2, and the the National

Electrical Code ANSt/NFPANo.70-latestedition, orin Canada
CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, and

local code requirements. Install only per installation instructions

provided in the literature package for this range.
Ask your Sears dealer to recommend a qualified technician and
an authorized Sears repair service. Know how to disconnect the
power to the range at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an
emergency.

■ User servicing—Do not repair or replace any part of the
appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals.

All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician,
This may reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the
range.

■ Never modify or alterthe construction of a range by removing
leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip brackets/screws, or
any other part of the product.

Air curtain or other overhead range hoods, which operate by
blowing a downward air flow on to a range, shall not be used
in conjunction with gas ranges other than when the hood and

range have been designed, tested and listed by an independent

test laboratory for use in combination with each other.

If the information in this manual is not

A WARNING

heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in
carbon monoxide poisoning.

Awarning

the oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as
aluminum foil. Doing so blocks airflow through the oven and
may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil linings
may trap heat, causing a fire hazard.

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drawers 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.

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equipped) for storage.

Acaution

cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range. Children

climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured

• Storage in or on Appliance—Flammable materials should not

ikWARNING

• All ranges can tip.

• Injury to persons could result.

• install anti-tip device packed with range.

• See Installation Instructions.

i^WARNING

To reduce the risk of
tipping, the range must be secured by
properly installed anti-tip bracket provided
with the range. To check if the bracket is
installed properly, visually check that rear
leveling leg is inserted into and fully
secured by the anti-tip bracket by
removing lower panel or storage drawer.
For models with a warmer drawer, grasp
the top rear edge of the range and
carefully attempt to tilt it forward. Refer to
the installation instructions for proper anti
tip bracket installation.

NEVER use this appliance as a space

NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in

stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or

Do not use the oven or warmer drawer (if

Do not store items of interest to children in the

be stored in an oven, warmer drawer, near surface burners or
in the storage drawer. 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 range.

important Safety Instructions

• 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 NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS, AREAS NEAR THESE

BURNERS, OVEN BURNERS ORINTERIORSURFACES OF THE
OVEN. Both surface and oven burners may be hot even though

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 cook top, surfaces facing the cook top, the oven vent openings
and surfaces near these openings, oven door and window.

• 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.

• Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires—Smother the fire
with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry chemical or foam-type
extinguisher.

• When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or grease may

catch fire if allowed to become too hot.

• Use Only Dry Potholders—Moist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholders

touch hot heating burners. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth
instead of a potholder.

• Do Not HeatUnopened Food Containers—Buildup of pressure
may cause container to burst and result in injury.

• Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to be stored
or discarded.

IMPORTANT—ELECTRIC IGNITION MODELS ONLY: Do not

attempt to operate the oven during a power failure. If the power
fails, always turn off the oven. If the oven is not turned off and
the power resumes, the oven will begin to operate again. Once
the power resumes, reset the clock and oven function.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USINGYOUR COOKTOP

WARNING

does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The use of
undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to
direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper
relationship of utensil to flame will also improve efficiency.

• Know which knob controls each surface burner. Place a pan

of food on the burner before turning it on, and turn the burner off
before removing the pan.

•Always turn knob to the full LITE position when igniting top
burners. Visually check that burner has lit. Then adjust the flame

so It does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil.

• Utensil HandlesShould Be Turned Inward 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 surface

burner pans, or oven bottom, except as suggested in this manual.
Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric
shock, or fire.

Use Proper Flame Size—Adjust flame size so it

• Glazed Cooking Utensils—Only certain types of glass, glass/
ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to sudden
change in temperatures. Check the manufacturer’s
recommendations for cooktop use.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USINGYOUR OVEN

• Use Care When Opening Oven Door or Warmer Drawer—Stand
to the side of the range when opening the door of a hot oven. Let
hot air or steam escape before you remove or replace food in the
oven.

• Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven vent is located
below the backguard. Touching the surfaces in this area when
the oven Is operating may cause severe burns. Also, do not place
plastic or heat-sensitive items on or near the oven vent. These
items could melt or ignite.

• Placement of Oven Racks. Always place oven racks in desired
location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is
hot use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack with
both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot
heating elements in the oven. Remove ail utensils from the rack
before moving.

• Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan and

its insert allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the high
heat of the broiler,

• Do notcoverthe broilerinsertwith aluminumfoil. Exposed fat
and grease could ignite.

• Cold temperatures can damage the electronic control. When
using the appliance for the first time, or when the appliance has
not been used for an extended period of time, be certain the unit
has been in temperatures above 32°F (0°C) for at least 3 hours
before turning on the power to the appliance.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE

• Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease
that could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area

underneath each surface element. Do not allow grease to
accumulate. Refer to the range manufacturer’s instructions for
cleaning.

• Kitchen cleaners and aerosols—Always follow the
manufacturer’s recommended directions for use. Be aware

that excess residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite
causing damage and injury.

SELF-CLEANING OVENS

• Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts listed In this
Use & 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 is essential for
a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or
move the gasket.

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.

important Safety Instructions

Conversion to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (or L.P. Gas)

The natural gas range is designed to allow for conversion to
Liquefied Petroleum (L.P.) Gas.

If L.P. conversion is needed, contact 1-800-4-MY-HOME® for
assistance. The L.P. Conversion Kit is provided with this range
and is located on the left lower REAR (back side) panel of the
range. Before installing the kit be sure to follow the L.P.
Installation Instructions carefully.

Range Features

Your Gas Range Features Include:

1. Electronic Oven Control with Kitchen Timer.

2. Left Front Burner Valve & Knob.

3. Left Rear Burner Valve & Knob.

4. Right Rear Burner Valve & Knob.

5. Right Front Burner Valve & Knob.

6. Easy to clean Upswept Cooktop

7. Dishwasher safe Burner Grates (colors vary).

8. Self-Clean Oven Door Latch.

9. Manual Oven Light Switch (some models).

10. Automatic Oven Door Light Switch (some models).

11. Oven Interior Light with Shield (some models).

12. Self-Cleaning Oven interior.

13. Adjustable Oven Racks (s).

14. Large 1 piece Oven Door Handle.

15. Full width Oven Door (style vary with model).

16. Storage Drawer with Drawer Handle (some models) or lower
cover panel (some models).

17. 5,000 BTU Simmer Burner (some models).

18. 9,500 BTU Burner (some models).

19. 12,000 BTU Power Burner (some models).

20. 14,200 BTU Power Burner (some models).

21. Broil Pan (some models).

22. Broil Pan Insert (some models).

23. Leveling Legs and Anti-tip Bracket (included).

WARNING

Personal injury or death from electrical
shock may occur if the range is not installed by a qualified
installer or eiectrician.

iiCAUTION

I Any additions, changes or conversions
required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the
application needs must be made by Sears Service.

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PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

ACUERDOS DE PROTECCION

In the U.S.A.

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmore® product is designed and manufactured for years
of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require
preventive maintenance or repairfrom time to time. That’s
when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you
money and aggravation.

Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect
yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life
ofyour new product. Here’s what’s included in the
Agreement:

gf Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair

specialists.

gf Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor

on all covered repairs.

0" “No-lemon” guarantee - replacement

ofyour covered product iffour or more product failures
occurwithin twelve months.

^ Product replacement if your covered product can’t be

fixed.

0" Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your

request - no extra charge.

gf Fast help by phone - phone support from a Sears

technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus
convenient repairscheduling.

0' Power surge protection against electrical damage

due to powerfluctuations.

0" Rental reimbursement if repair ofyour covered

product takes longer than promised.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is
all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call
anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment
online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who
have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and
accessories. That’s the kind of professionalism you can
count on to help prolong the life ofyour new purchase for
years to come. Purchase your Master Protection
Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information call
1-800-827-6655.

Sears Installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home
appliances, garagedoor openers, water heaters,
and other major home items, in the U.S.A. call

1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

En los EE.UU.

Acuerdos maestros de protección

Lo felicitamos por haber hecho una compra inteligente. Su
nuevo producto Kenmore® fue diseñado y fabricado para
ofrecer muchos años de servicio confiable. Sin embargo,
como todo producto, el mismo podría requerir mantenimiento
preventivo o reparaciones ocasionales. Es por eso que el
tener un Acuerdo maestro de protección podría ahorrarle
dinero y molestias.

Adquiera ya un Acuerdo maestro de protección y protéjase de
gastos y frustraciones inesperados.

El Acuerdo maestro de protección también ayuda a extender
la vida de su producto nuevo. El Acuerdo incluye lo siguiente:

0" Servicio profesional por nuestros 12.000 profesionales

especialistas en reparación.

0" Servicio ilimitado sin cargos adicionales por piezas

y servicio en todas las reparaciones cubiertas.

0f Garantía de “no-limón” - reemplaza su producto

cubierto si ocurren cuatro o más desperfectos en los
primeros doce meses.

0f Reemplazo del producto si el mismo no puede ser

reparado.

0f Verificación de mantenimiento preventivo anual a

su petición y sin cargos adicionales.

0f Pronta ayuda por teléfono - apoyo por teléfono por un

técnico de Sears en los productos que requieran
reparación en casa, además de la conveniencia de hacer
una cita para la reparación.

0f Protección contra picos de energía o daños

eléctricos causados por fluctuaciones de la corriente
eléctrica.

0f Reembolso del alquiler si la reparación de su producto

cubierto toma más del tiempo prometido.

Una vez que adquiera este Acuerdo, una simple llamada
telefónica es todo lo que necesita para hacer una cita de
servicio. Usted puede llamar a cualquier hora del día o de la

noche para programar una cita de servicio por Internet.

Sears cuenta con más de 12.000 profesionales especialistas
de reparación con acceso a más de 4,5 millones de piezas y
accesorios de calidad. Esa es la ciase de profesionalismo
con la que puede contar para extender la vida útil de su nueva
adquisición por muchos años. ¡Adquiera su Acuerdo maestro
de protección hoy!

Algunas limitaciones y exclusiones podrían aplicarse.

Para precios e información adicional, llame al

1-800-827-6655.
Servicio de instalación Sears

Para una instalación profesional de Sears en
electrodomésticos, abridores de puertas de garaje,

calentadores de agua y otros artículos mayores del hogar,

llameal 1-888-SU-HOGAR®.

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