Kenmore 790.7146 Series, 790.7147 Series Use & Care Manual
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Models, Modelos 790. 7146", 7147"
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www.sears.com Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. pin 316462436 (0707)
Table of Contents
Free-Standing Range Warranty ........................................... 2
Product Record ................................................................... 2
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS .......................... 3-4
Protection Agreements ........................................................ 5
Range Features .................................................................. 6
Before Setting Oven Controls .............................................. 7
Setting Surface Controls ..................................................... 8
Oven Control Functions ....................................................... 9
Setting Oven Controls .................................................... 9-14
Setting Warmer Drawer Controls .................................. 15-16
Self-Cleaning (Select Clean) ......................................... 16-17
General Care & Cleaning .............................................. 18-20
Adjusting Your Oven Temperature ...................................... 20
Before You Make a Service Call ........................................ 21
Recipes for Slow Cook ...................................................... 22
Sears Service ...................................................... Back Page
Product Record
In the space provided below record the date of purchase,
model & serial number of your product. You will find the
model & serial number printed on an identification plate.
This serial plate is located on the right side of the oven front
frame inthe Storage or Warmer Drawer compartment.
Model No. 790.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
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 material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4=MY=HOME ® to arrange for free repair. Ifthis
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.
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 limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability 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
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 your local L.P. Gas provider.
The L.P. Conversion Kit isprovided 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.
shock may occur if the range is not installed by a
qualified installeror electrician.
required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet
the application needs must be made by Sears Service.
Personal injury or death from electrical
Any additions, changes or conversions
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
Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference.
This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.
This symbol Will help alert you to Situations that may cause Serious bodily haiml death or property damage,
This symbol will help alert you to Situations '[hat may cause bodily injury or pr0perty damage.
If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, afire 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 cai{ 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.
-- Insta{{ation 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 sure your appliance is properly
installed and grounded by a qualified technician in
accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANS{
Z223.- latest ed{tion, or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1, and
CAN/CGA B149.2, and the the National Eiectr}ca{ Code
ANSI/NFPA No.70-iatest edition, or in Canada CSA
Standard C22.1, Canadian Eiectrica} 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. Knowhowtodisconnect
the power to the range at the circuit breaker or fuse box incase
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
injuryand damage to the range.
• Never modify or alter the construction of a range by
removing {eveiing 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 listedbyanindependent
test laboratory for use in combination with each other.
NEVER use this appliance as a space heater
to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon
monoxide poisoning.
* All ranges can tip.
, Injury to persons could result.
, Install anti-tip device packed with range.
, See Installation Instructions.
_To reduce the risk of
tipping, the rangemust 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.
NEVERcoveranyslots, holesor passagesin the
oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as
aluminum foil. Doing so blocks airflowthrough the oven and may
cause carbon monoxide poisoning.Aluminum foillinings may trap
heat, causing a fire hazard.
Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or
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 ofachild on an open
door may cause the range to tip, resulting in serious burns or
other injury.
Do not use the oven or warmer drawer (if
equipped) for storage.
Do not store items of interest to children in
the cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a
range. Children climbing on the range to reach itemscould be
seriously injured.
. Storage in or on Appiiance--Fiammab}e materials
should not be stored in an oven, warmer drawer, near
surface burners or in the storage drawer. This includes
paper, plastic andcloth 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.
. 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 OR INTER{OR
SURFACES 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.
important Safety instructions
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 ProperAppareI--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 Heat Unopened Food Containers--Buildup of
pressure may cause container to burst and result in
injury.
* Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to
be stored or discarded.
IMPORTANT--ELECTRIC IGNmON MODELS ONLY: Donot
attempt to operate the oven during a power failure. Ifthe power
fails, always turn off the oven. Ifthe 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 COOKTO P
Use Proper Flame Size--Adjust flame size
so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The use
of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burnerflame
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 itdoes not extend beyond the edge of the utensil.
* Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not
Extend Over Adjacent Surface Burners--To reduce the
risk of burns, ignition offlammable 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 linesurface
burner pans, or oven bottom, except as suggested in this
manual. Improper installationofthese liners may result in risk
of electric shock, or fire.
* 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 USING YOU R OVEN
* Use CareWhen Opening Oven Door orWarmer 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 inthe 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 all utensils from the rack before moving.
* Do not use the broiler pan without its insert, The broiler
pan and itsinsert allow 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.
, 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 intemperatures 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 allowgrease
toaccumulate. Refer tothe 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 NotClean DoorGasket--Thedoorgasketisessentialfor
a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move
the gasket.
Grounding Instructions
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 warning can cause serious injury,fire or death.
This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong
grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and
should be plugged directly intoa 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.
Ifa 2-prong wall receptacle isthe
only available outlet, it is the
personal responsibility of the
consumer to have it replaced
with a properlygrounded 3-prong
wall receptacle installed by a
qualified electrician.
See the INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS packaged with
this range for complete
installation and grounding
instructions.
Grounding type
wall receptacle
Power supply cord
with 3-prong
grounding plug
Do not, under any
circumstance, cut,
remove, or bypass
the grounding prong.
Protection Ag reements
Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore ®
product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation.
But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from
time to time. That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can
save you money and aggravation.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new
product. Here's what the Agreement* includes:
[] Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly
under normal use, not just defects. Our coverage goes well
beyond the product warranty. No deductibles, no functional failure
excluded from coverage - real protection.
[] Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized Sears
service technicians, which means someone you can trust will be
working on your product.
[] Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as you
want us, whenever you want us.
[] "No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered product if
four or more product failures occur within twelve months.
[] Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed.
[] Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request - no extra
charge.
[] Fast help by phone - we call it Rapid Resolution - phone support
from a Sears representative on all products. Think of us as a "talking
owner's manual".
[] Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power
fluctuations.
[] $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is
the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or
freezer.
[] Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes
longer than promised.
[] 10% discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair
service and related installed parts.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that ittakes
for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or
schedule a service appointment online.
The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase. If you cancel
for any reason during the product warranty period, we will provide a full
refund. Or, a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty period
expires. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional
information in the U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655.
* Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details call
Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door
openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. or
Canada call 1-800-4-MY-HOME%
Acuerdos maestros de proteccion
Enhorabuena por haber hecho una compra inteligente. Su nuevo
producto Kenmore®estb. diseSado y fabricado para brindarle ahos de
funcionamiento fiable. Pero, como cualquier producto, puede necesitar
mantenimiento preventivo o reparaciones peri6dicas. Es pot eso que
tenet un Acuerdo maestro de protecci6n podrfa ahorrarle dinero y
molestias.
El Acuerdo maestro de protecci6n tambi_n sirve para prolongar la
durabilidad de su nuevo producto. El acuerdo* incluye Io siguiente:
[] Piezas y mano de obra necesarias para contribuir a mantener el
funcionamiento adecuado de los productos utilizados en
condiciones normales de uso, no s61o en caso de defectos de los
productos. Nuestra cobertura va mucho m&s all& que la garantia
del producto. No se aplican deducibles ni exclusiones pot fallas del
funcionamiento: es decir, verdadera protecci6n.
[] Servicio t_cnico por expertos (m_.s de 10000 t_cnicos
autorizados de Sears), Io cual significa que quien repare o realice
el mantenimiento de su producto set& un profesional de confianza.
[] Servicio t_cnico a escala nacional y ntimero ilimitado de
Ilamadas de solicitud de servicio t_cnico: se puede poner en
contacto con nosotros cuantas veces Io desee y cuando Io desee.
[] Garantia "sin sorpresas": se reemplaza el producto cubierto por el
acuerdo si ocurren cuatro o m_.s fallas del producto en un periodo
de 12 meses.
[] Reemplazo del producto: en caso de que no se pueda reparar el
producto cubierto por el acuerdo.
[] Revisi6n anual preventiva de mantenimiento del producto:
puede solicitarla en cualquier momento, sin costo alguno.
[] R&pida asistencia telef6nica, la cual denominamos Soluci6n
r&pida: es decir, asistencia telef6nica a trav6s de cualquiera de
nuestros representantes de Sears, sobre cualquiera de nuestros
productos. Piense en nosotros como en un "manual parlante del
usuado".
[] Protecci6n contra fallas el_ctricas, contra dahos debidos a
fluctuaciones de la corriente el_ctrica.
[] $250 al a_o para cubrir cualquier posible deterioro de
alimentos que haya tenido que desechar debido a una falla
mec&nica de cualquiera de nuestros refdgeradores o congeladores
cubiertos por este acuerdo.
[] Devoluci6n de gastos de alquiler de electrodom_sticos si la
reparaci6n de su producto asegurado toma m&s que el tiempo
prometido.
[] 10% de descuento aplicable tanto a los costos del servicio de
reparaci6n, como de las piezas instaladas relacionadas que no
hayan quedado cubiertos pot este acuerdo.
Una vez que haya realizado el pago de este acuerdo, bastar& una simple
Ilamada telef6nica para concertar una visita de servicio. Puede Ilamar a
cualquier hora del dia o de la noche, o bien concertar una visita de
servicio pot Internet.
La adquisici6n del Acuerdo maestro de protecci6n es una inversi6n
exenta de desgos. Si por cualquier motivo decide cancelar dicho acuerdo
durante el periodo de garantia del producto, le haremos un reintegro total
del valor. O bien un importe proporcional si cancela el acuerdo en
cualquier otto momento posterior al vencimiento del periodo de garantia
del producto, iAdquiera hoy mismo su Acuerdo maestro de protecci6n!
Algunas limitaciones y exclusiones podrian aplicarse. Para solicitar
precios e informaci6n adicional, Ilame al 1-800-827-6655 (en los
EE.UU.).
* La cobertura en Canad& varia en el caso de algunos articulos. Para
obtener detalles completos al respecto, Ilame al 1-800-361-6665 de
Sears de Canad&.
Servicio de instalacion de Sears
Para solicitar la instalacidn por profesionales de Sears de
electrodom6sticos, abridores de puertas de garaje, calentadores de agua
y otros articulos de uso prioritario en el hogar, Ilame al 1-800-4-MY-
HOME en los EE.UU. o CanadA.
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. Center Burner Valve & Knob (some models).
5. Right Rear Burner Valve & Knob.
6. Right Front Burner Valve & Knob.
7. Easy to clean Upswept Cooktop
8. Dishwasher safe 3-piece Burner Grates (colors vary).
9. Warmer Drawer Control & Indicator Light (some models).
10. Automatic Oven Door Light Switch (some models).
11. Oven interior Light with Shield.
12. Self-Clean Oven Door Latch.
13. Self-Cleaning Oven interior.
14. Adjustable Oven Racks(s).
15. Large 1 piece Oven Door Handle.
16. Full width Oven Door (style vary with model).
17. Storage Drawer (some models) or Warmer Drawer with Handle
and Warmer Drawer rack (some models).
18. 5,000 BTU Simmer Burner (some models).
19. 9,500 BTU Center Burner (some models).
20. 12,000 BTU Power Burner (some models).
21. 14,200 BTU Power Burner (some models).
22. 16,200 BTU Power Burner (some models).
23. Broil Pan (some models).
24. Broil Pan insert (some models).
25. Dishwasher safe cast iron Griddle (some models)
26. Leveling Legs and Anti-tip Bracket (included).
27. Cooktop Lockout (some models).
NOTE: The features of your range may
vary according to model type & color.
Before Setting Oven Controls
OVEN VENT
Fig. 1
Oven Vent Location
The oven vent is located below the backguard (See Fig. 1). When the oven
ison, warm air is released through this vent. This venting is necessary for
proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. DO NOT BLOCK THE
VENT.
Arranging Oven Racks
AL WAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR TO
OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when using the oven.
Removing & 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.
Recommended Rack Positions for Broiling, Baking & Roasting:
Food
Broilinq hamburqers & steaks
Broiling meats, chicken or fish
Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits & Muffins
Frozen pies, angel food cake,
yeast, bread, casseroles, small
cuts of meat or poultry
Turkey, roast or ham
Position
See Broil
See Broil
2or3
1 or Roasting Shelf
1 or Roasting Shelf
Fig. 2
Types of Oven Racks
Your range may be equipped with one or more of the oven rack
types shown; Flat Rack, or Handle Rack.
Ov
Baking Layer Cakes with 1 or 2 Oven Racks
For best results when baking cakes using 2 oven racks, place cookware on oven rack positions 1 & 4 (Refer to Figs. 2 & 3).
When using a single oven rack, place cookware on oven rack position 2 or 3 (Refer to Figs. 2 & 4).
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 be able to circulate around the
pans and cookware in the oven for
even heat to reach around the food.
Setting Surface Controls
Your range may be equipped with different sized surface burners. The ability to
heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the burner size increases.
The SIMMER burner (some models) is best used for simmering delicate sauces,
etc. The standard burners can be used for most surface cooking needs. The
POWER burner or burners (some models) are best used for bringing large
quantities of liquid to temperature and when preparing larger quantities of food.
Regardless of size, always select cookware 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.
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Do not place plastic
items such as salt and pepper shakers,
spoon holders or plastic wrappings
on top of the range when it is in use.
These items could melt or ignite.
Potholders, towels or wood spoons could
catch fire if placed too close to a flame.
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