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Table of Contents

Product Record ................................................................ 2

Slide-in Range Warranty ................................................. 2

IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.............................. 3-5

Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils ................................ 6

Specialty Pans & Trivets ................................................... 6

Canning Tips & Information ........................................... 7

Range Features ................................................................ 8

Control Pad Functions ..................................................... 9

Setting the Clock ....................................................... 10-11

• Clock ......................................................................... 10

• Energy Saving Mode ................................................... 10

• Timer Reminder .......................................................... 11

• Kitchen Timer ............................................................. 11

Consumer Defined Control Feature ............................... 12

Surface Cooking ........................................................ 13-15

• Setting Surface Controls .............................................. 13

• Ceramic GlassCooktop ......................................... 13-14

• Settign Warmer Zone Controls (some models) ............. 15

Setting Warmer Drawer Controls (if equipped) ............ 16

Oven Vent(s) and Racks .................................................. 17

Changing Oven Light ..................................................... 17

Setting Oven Controls ............................................... 18-28

• Preheat ...................................................................... 18

• Bake ..................................................................... 19-22

• Broil ...................................................................... 23-25

• Convection Bake & Roast....................................... 26-28

Oven Cleaning ........................................................... 29-31

General Cleaning ....................................................... 32-36

Adjusting Oven Temperature ......................................... 36

Avoid Service Checklist ............................................. 37-38

Espa6ol ........................................................................... 39

Sears Service .................................................... Back Cover

Product Record

In this space below, record the date of purchase, model and serial number of your product. You will find the model and serial number printed on an identification plate. The identification plate is located on the left side of the range and are visible when the oven door isopen or on the inside of the drawer along the side of the frame.

Model No. 790. Date of Purchase Serial No. Savethese instructions and your sales receipt for reference.

Slide-in Range Warranty

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS

If, within one year from the date of installation, any part of this product fails to function properly due to a defect in material or workmanship, Searswill repair or replace it, at our option, free of charge.

If the product is subjected to other than private family use,the above warranty is effective for only 90 days. WARRANTY SERVICEISAVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEARESTSEARSSERVICECENTERIN THE UNITED STATES.

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. 817 WA Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

To Further Add To The Value Of Your Range, Buy a Sears Maintenance Agreement.

"We Service What We Sell" is our assurance to you that you can depend on Searsfor service. Your Kenmore appliance has added value when consider that Searshas service units nationwide, staffed with professional technicians trained on all appliances Sears sells. They have the knowledge and skills, tools, parts and equipment to ensure our pledge to you that "We

Service What We Sell".

Maintain the value of your purchase with a Sears Maintenance Agreement. Kenmore appliances are designed, manufactured, and tested for years of dependable operation. Yet any major appliance may require service from time to time. The SearsMaintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service program for your product.

The Sears Maintenance Agreement:

• Isyour way to buy tomorrow's service at today's prices.

• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use.

• Allows for as many service calls asyou need.

• Provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to keep your Kenmore Appliance in proper running condition.

For more information, call 1-800-827-6655

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

Save these instructions for future reference.

This manual contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages. The safety symbol _ calls your attention to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or

cause damage to the product.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided may result in death or serious injury.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury, or

product-damage-only.

All safety messageswill identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

= All ranges can tip.

• Injury to persons could result. = Install anti-tip device packed with range.

To reduce the risk of tipping, the range must be secured by properly installed anti-tip

= See Installation Instructions.

bracket(s) provided with the range. To check if the bracket(s) is installed properly, remove the lower panel or storage drawer and verify that the anti-tip bracket(s) is engaged. Refer to the Installation Instructions for proper anti-tip bracket(s) installation.

Remove all tape and packaging before using the range. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpack-

ing the range. Never allow children to play with packag- ing material.

Proper Installation-Be sure your appliance is prop-

erly installed and grounded by a qualified technician

in accordance with the National Electrical Code

ANSI/NFPA No. 70--latest edition, and local code

requirements. Install only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this range.

Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an authorized 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 alter the construction of a range by removing leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip brackets/screws, or any other part of the product.

Stepping, leaning or sitting on the door

or drawer of this range can result in serious injuries

and also cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to climb or play around the range. The weight of a child on an open door may cause the range to tip, resulting

in serious burns or other injury. An open drawer, when hot, may cause burns.

Do not use the oven or warmer drawer

(if equipped) for storage.

Do not store items of interest to children

in the cabinets above a range. Children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured.

Never use your appliance for warming

up or heating up the room.

Storage in or on appliance--Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven, near surface units

or in the drawer (if equipped). This includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels, aswell asflammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the appli- ance. Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or property damage.

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 SURFACEUNITS, AREAS NEAR THESE UNITS, OVEN HEATING ELEMENTSOR INTERIOR SURFACESOFTHE OVEN ORWARMER DRAWER (if equipped). Both surface and oven heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these areas are

the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, the oven vent

openings and surfaces near these openings, oven door and window.

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.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR

COOKTOP

• Know which knob controls each surface heating unit.

Use proper pan size. This appliance isequipped with one or more surface units of different sizes. Select utensils

having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the surface heating unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to the surface unit will also improve efficiency.

Utensil handles should be turned inward and not extend over adjacent surface units--To reduce the risk

of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil. The handle of the

utensil should be positioned sothat it isturned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface unit.

• 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 oven bottom or any other part of the appliance. Only use

aluminum foil as recommended for baking if used as a cover placed on the food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire

or short circuit.

Use only dry potholders--Moist or damp potholders

on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do

not let potholders touch hot heating elements. Do not usea 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--Do not attempt to operate the oven during a power failure. If the power fails, always turn

the oven off. Ifthe oven is not turns off and the power resumes, the oven may begin to operate again. Food left unattended could catch fire or spoil.

Electronic controllers can be damaged by

cold temperatures. When you use your appliance for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period of time, make sure that it has been exposed to a temperature above 0°C/32°F for at least 3 hours before connecting it to the power supply.

Glazed cooking utensils--Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for rangetop servicewithout breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Check the manufacturer's recommendations for cooktop use.

Do not use decorative surface element covers, If an element is accidentally turned on, the decorative cover will

become hot and possibly melt. Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched. Damage may also be done to the cooktop.

FOR GLASS COOKTOPS ONLY

• Do not clean or operate a broken cooktop--lf cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.

Clean cooktop glass with caution--If awet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spillson a hot cooking area, be

careful to avoid a steam burn. Some cleaners can produce harmful fumes if applied to a hot surface.

• Do not place hot cookware on cold cooktop glass. This could cause glass to break.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Avoid scratching the cooktop glass with sharp objects.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR

OVEN

• Use care when opening oven door or warmer drawer (if equipped)--Stand to the side of the range when opening the door of a hot oven. Let hot air or steam escape before you remove or replace food in the oven /

warmer drawer.

Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed. The oven vent is located at the rear of the cooktop on the right side. 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/warmer drawer (if equipped) Racks. Always place oven racks in desired location while

oven/warmer drawer (if equipped) is cool. If rack must be moved while oven ishot use extreme caution. Use

potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposi- tion. Do not let potholders contact the hot heating elements in the oven/warmer drawer (if equipped).

Removeall 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 not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil.

Exposedfat and grease could ignite.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING

YOUR RANGE

• Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Exhaustfan ventilation

hoods and grease filters should be kept clean. Do not allow grease to accumulate on hood or filter. Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire. When you are flaming food under the hood, turn the fan on. Refer to the hood manufacturer's instructions for cleaning.

Kitchen cleaners and aerosols--Always follow the manufacturer's recommended directions for use. Be

aware that excessresidue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and injury.

SELF CLEANING OVENS

• In the self-cleaning cycle, only clean the parts listed in this Use and Care Guide. Before self cleaning the

oven, remove the broiler pan and any utensils or foods from the oven.

• Do not use oven cleaners--No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should

be used in or around any part of the oven.

• Do not clean door gasket--The door gasket isessential for a good seal.Care should be taken not to rub, damage

or move the gasket.

• Remove oven racks. Oven racks color will change if left in the oven during a self-cleaning cycle.

Do not touch a hot light bulb with a damp cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Disconnect the appliance or turn off the power to the appliance before removing and replacing light bulb.

SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The health of some birds is extremely

sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning cycle of any range. Move birds to another well ventilated

room.

Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils

For best result and energy conservation, choose cooking utensils that have these caracteristics:

Pans should have flat bottoms that make

good contact with the entire surface ele- ment. Check for flatness by rotating a ruler

across the bottom. There should be no gaps between the pan and ruler.

Note: Always use a utensil for its intended purpose. Follow manufacturer's instruc-

tions. Some utensils were not made to be used in the oven or on the cooktop.

Specialty Pans & Trivets

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• Flat bottom and straight sides.

• Tight fitting lids.

• Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan iswell balanced.

• Pansizesmatchthe amount of food to be preparedand the sizeof the surface

element.

• Madeof materialthat conducts heat

well.

• Easyto clean.

* Specialty pans such as lobster pots, griddles and pressure cookers may be used but must

conform to the above recommended cook- ware requirements.

Woks with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are available in

most cookshop or hardware stores. Round-bottomed woks (with asupport ring that does not extend beyond the heating element) may also be used.

The metal ring was designed to

support the wok safely when it isfilled

with large amounts of liquids (soup

making) or fat (frying).

POOR

• Curvedand warped pan bottoms.

• Panoverhangs unit by more than 2.5 cm (1").

• Heavy handle tilts pan.

• Panis smaller or larger than element.

DO NOT use a wok if it is equipped with a metal ring that extends beyond the surface element.

Because this ring traps heat, the surface element and cooktop surface

could be damaged.

DO NOT use two

elements (if the cooktop is not equipped with bridge element) to heat one large pan such as a roaster or griddle, or allow cooking utensils to boil dry. The bottom surface of the pan in either of these situations could cause discoloring or crazing of the porcelain enamel range surface, and damage to the surface elements and/ or damage to the drip pans (if equipped).

Wire trivets: Do not usewire trivets. Cookware bottoms must be in direct contact with the surface elements.

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For glass smoothtop models, only flat bottomed woks (without

support rings) may be used.

1. Usetestedrecipesandfollowinstructionscarefully.Checkwithyourlocal CooperativeAgriculturalExtensionServiceoramanufacturerofglassjarsfor thelatestcanninginformation.

2. Useflat-bottomedcannersonly.Heatisspreadmoreevenlywhenthe bottomsurfaceisflat.

3. Centercanneronthesurfaceelement.

4. Startwithhotwaterandahighheatsettingtoreducethetimeittakesto bringthewatertoaboil;thenreducetheheatsettingaslowaspossibleto

maintainaconstantboil.

5. Itisbesttocansmallamountsandlightloads.

Preventdamageto cooktop:

1. Donotusewaterbathorpressurecannersthatextendmorethanone inch

beyond the edge of the surface element.

2. Do not leavewater bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended amount of time.

3. Alternate surface elements between each batch to allow the units and surrounding surfaces to cool down. Tryto avoid canning on the same

element all day.

Safe canning requires 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.

Canning Tips & Information

Canning can generate

large amounts of steam. Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to vent steam away from you.

Range features

Dual Interior

Oven Lights

Electronic Oven Controls

Warmer Drawer with Clock and Kitchen Timer Warmer Zone

Warmer Zone

.... Indicator

(1)Broil Pan (1) Insert (1) Searing Grill

Warmer Drawer

Standard Ribbon

Element

Oven

Adjustable

Oven Racks

Large 1 Piece Door Handle

Glass Front

Oven Door with

Large Window

Opening

with Rack

Standard Ribbon

Element

(5"/9")

Hot Surface _'

Indicator Lights

Expandable

Element

(6"/9")

Ceramic Glass

Cooktop

Note: The apparance of your oven control may differ slightly from the one illustrated below.

However, all functionms are the same.

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYBEFORE USING THE OVEN. Forsatisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various functions of the oven asdescribed below.

Detailed instructions for each function follow later in this book.

Control Pad

Functions

BAKE--Used to CONVECTION

enter the normal BAKE-- Used to enter baking mode. the convection baking

_ mode.

OVEN LIGHT--

Used to turn the oven light on and \ off.

CONVECTION ROAST-- Usedto

enter the convection roasting mode.

OVEN COOK TIME Usedto enter the length

of the baking time.

BROIL-- Used to select the variable broil mode.

PREHEAT-- Used to

select the preheat

mode.

STOPTIME-- Used

with BAKE, OVEN

COOK TIME, and

CLEAN to program

delayed baking or

delayed self-cleaning

cycle stop time.

CLEAN-- Used to select the self-

cleaning mode.

CLOCK-- Used to set the time of day

KITCHEN TIMER

ON/OFF--Used

to set or cancel the kitchen timer. The kitchen timer does not start or

stop cooking.

START-- Used to start all oven functions. Not

used with Kitchen Timer

or Oven Light

CHILD SAFETY LOCKOUT-- Used

to disable all oven function, including

the oven light

switch.

0 THRU 9 NUMBER

PADS -- Used to enter

temperature andtimes.

CLEAR-OFF -- Used to cancel any oven mode

previouslyentered except the

child lock out, time of day and minute timer. Push

CLEAR-OFF to stop cooking.

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All oven functions have minimum and maximum values that may be entered into the control. These values are shown below. If you have trouble setting a mode, be sure you are not entering a value greater than or lower than the values shown in this chart. An ENTRYERRORtone (3 short beeps) will sound if the value does not meet these limits.

MODE

BAKETEMP

BROILTEMP

CONV. BAKE TEMP

CONV. ROASTTEMP

PREHEATTEMP

KITCHEN TIMER

CLOCK TIME

OVEN COOK TIME

STOPTIME

CLEAN TIME

12 hr

24 hr

12 hr

24 hr

12 hr

24 hr

12 hr

24 hr

MINIMUM VALUE MAXIMUM VALUE

170°F/75°C 550°F/290°C

450°F/230°C HI-550°F/290°C

170°F/75°C 550°F/290°C 170°F/75°C 550°F/290°C

170°F/75°C 550°F/290°C

0:01 (hr/min) 11:59 (hr/min) 0:01 (hr/min) 23:59 (hr/min)

1:00 (hr/min) 12:59 (hr/min) 0:00 (hr/min) 23:59 (hr/min) 0:05 (hr/min) 11:59 (hr/min) 0:05 (hr/min) 23:59 (hr/min)

1:00 (hr/min) 12:59 (hr/min) 0:00 (hr/min) 23:59 (hr/min)

2 hours 4 hours

Setting the

Clock

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Clock

• Energy Saving Mode NOTE: The oven will not work until the clock has

been set.

CLOCK

The clock may be set for 12 or 24 hour Time of Day operation. Your clock has been preset at the factory for 12 hour operation. When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted, the display will flash. Pressing any key will stop the display from flashing.

INSTRUCTIONS

To set the Clock: {example 1"30)

1. Push G • TIME will flash in the display.

Push Q Q Q to set the time of day to 1 _30. TIME will disappear after 4 seconds

and the clock will start. Or, you may push 0 and TIME will disappear and the clock will start.

DISPLAY

To change from 12 to 24 hour Time of Day operation

1. Pushand hold G for 6 seconds, a beep will sound.

2. The display will show 12 or 24 to indicate the option selected.

3. When _ isreleased the time of day will display. Resetthe current time following the steps above.

ENERGY SAVING MODE:

The control is programmed to limit all cooking operations to 12 or 24 hours (the Time of Day operation). This prevents the oven from being accidentally set to operate for excessivetime periods.

INSTRUCTIONS DISPLAY

To deactivate the Energy Saving Mode:

1. Push and hold O for 6 seconds, a beep will sound.

2. The display_will show OFF.

3. When _ is released the time of day will display.

To reactivate the Energy Saving Mode:

1. Push and hold O for 6 seconds, a beep will sound.

2. The display will show ON.

3. When _ is released the time of day will display.

Setting the

Clock

FEATURE OVERVIEW

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• Kitchen Timer

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TIMER REMINDER:

The control is programmed to beep 1 minute before any timed operation ends. To turn this feature on or off:

INSTRUCTIONS DISPLAY

To deactivate the Timer Reminder:

TIMEDOVEN

1. Push and hold _ for 6 seconds, a beep will sound.

2. The display will show OFF.

To reactivate the Timer Reminder:

1. Push and hold _ for 6 seconds, a beep will sound.

2. The display will show ON.

KITCHEN TIMER

The kitchen timer servesas an extra timer in the kitchen that will beep when the settime has run out. It does not start or stop cooking. The kitchen timer can be used during any of the other oven functions. The timer can be set for any amount of

time from 1 minute to 11 hours 59 minutes in the 12 hour mode or 1 minute to 23 hours 59 minutes inthe 24 hour mode.

DISPLAYINSTRUCTIONS

To Set the Kitchen Timer: (example 5 minutes)

ON!OFF

1. Push _,O:OO and TIMER will flash in the display.

2. Push the number pads to set the desired time in the display (example: Q). Push

, the time will begin to count down and TIMER will glow in the display. If

is not pushed the timer will start automatically in 4 seconds.

3. One minute before time runs out you will hear a beep and the display will showin

minutes: seconds. When the set time has run out, END will show in the display and 4

ON/OFF

beeps, every 60 seconds, will sound until _ is pushed and held for 4 seconds.

To Change the Minute Timer while it is in use:

ON/OFF

1. Push d_' enter the new time using the NUMBER PADSthen push ST(S_. If

_is not pushed the timer will start automatically in 4 seconds.

To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out:

ON/OFF

Push and hold I@CHEN_for 4 seconds or reset the display to 0:00.

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Consumer

Defined Control Feature

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Child Safety Lockout Feature

• Temperature Display- Farenheit or Celsius

CHILD SAFETY LOCKOUT FEATURE:

The Child Safety Lockout feature prevents the oven elements from being accidentally turned on. minute timer, oven light, surface elements or surface burners. It is not meant to be a replacement for adult supervision.

INSTRUCTIONS

To activate the Child Safety Lockout:

1. Push and hold i_ for three seconds.

2. "l_OC" will show in the display to verify that the Child Safety Lockout isactivated.

To reactivate Oven operation:

1. Push and hold (_ for three seconds. "l_OC" will clear and the time

This added feature isto help in the effort to keep children safe.

It does not disable the clock,

DISPLAY

of day will be shown.

2. The oven may then be programmed for operation.

TEMPERATURE DISPLAY -- FAHRENHEIT OR CELSIUS: The oven control can be programmed to display temperatures in Fahrenheit or Celsius. Your range has been preset at the

factory to display in Fahrenheit.

INSTRUCTIONS DISPLAY

To change from Fahrenheit to Celsius or Celsius to Fahrenheit: (example: change from Fahrenheit to Celsius)

1. Identify which display your control isset for now. To tell if your range is set for Fahrenheit or Celsius push _. If the temperature display is 350° your range isset for

Fahrenheit. If the temperature display is 176°C your range isset for Celsius.

2. Pushand hold _ for 6 seconds, a beep will sound. If your range was originally set to Fahrenheit a small C will appear in the display. If your range has been changed to

Celsius the Fwill now show in the display.

3. Releaseall pads. After approximately 4 seconds the time of day will show in the display.

Setting Surface Controls

1. Place the pan on the surface element.

2. Push in and turn the surface element control knob to desired setting.

3. The surface signal light will glow when one or more elements are turned on. Always turn the

element off before removing the pan. Note: The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being

cooked will influence the setting needed for best cooking results.

Setting Type of Cooking MAX (HI) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling. MED (5) Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies, steam vegetables. MED-LOW (2-4) Keep food cooking, poach, stew. MIN (1-SIM) Keep warm, melt, simmer.

*The suggested settings found in the chart above are based on cooking in medium thickness aluminum pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.

Do not place items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or

plastic wrappings on top of the cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wood could catch fire if placed too close to the element.

Ceramic Glass Cooktop The ceramic-glass cooktop has electric heating coils located below the ceramic glass surface.

The design of the glass cooktop outlines the area of the surface heating unit below. Most importantly, make sure the diameter of the pan matches the diameter of the surface unit. Heat istransferred up through the surface of the cooktop. Only flat-bottomed pans should be used. The type and size of cookware, number of surface units in useand the settings of the surface units are factors that will affect the amount of the heat that will spread to areas surrounding the units. The areas surrounding the units may become hot enough to cause burns.

The cooktop should not be used as a cutting board or work surface. Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop may crack it. Panswith rough bottoms may scratch the cooktop surface. Placing foods directly on the smoothtop surface (without utensils) is not recommended as difficult cleaning will result and foods may smoke and cause a potential fire hazard. Never use the griddle or similar cooking sheet on the ceramic glass cooktop.

Surface

Cooking

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Setting Surface Controls

• Ceramic GlassCooktop

NOTE: Due to the high _2:_,..

intensity of heat generated _......

by the surface elements, _j:_ the glass surface willturn _: green when the element

will be turned off. This phenomenon isnormal

and the glass will come back to its original white

color after it has com- pletely cooled down.

(White glass cooktops only).

Types of Heating Units Used

REGULARRADIANT HEATING UNITS (some models)

The ceramic glass design shows the location of the heating surfaces. Control knobs are used to set the heat power levels. Knobs need first to be pressed in when at

OFFposition, then turned to the desired heat settings.

A glowing red surface extending beyond the bottom edge of the cooking utensil indicates the ] utensil is too small for the unit. The control knob does not have to be set exactly on a particular

mark. Usethe marks as a guide and adjust the control knob asneeded. The hot surface and 2 surface indicator lights will glow.

Note: A built-in protector will automatically turn off the radiant and expandable radiant element if the ceramic-glass temperature exceeds the set limit.

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Surface Cooking

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Ceramic-Glass Cooktop

EXPANDABLE RADIANT HEATING UNITS (some models)

This heating unit adapts to both small and large heating utensils. The unit control dial has a dual set of graduations. For small utensils usethe left side of the control dial; for large utensils the right. Only the inner surface of the unit heats when using it for small utensils; the whole surface heats for large utensils. The hot surface and surface indicator lights will glow when the heating unit is turned ON.

Note: During any heat setting of the outer radiant element, the inner radiant element cycles on and off with the outer element.

Indicator Lights

Two different surface control lights will glow on your range: Surface Indicator Lights and Hot Surface Indicator Lights.

• The surface indicator lights, located on the control panel, glow when any surface unit isturned on. A quick glance at the lights after cooking is an easy check to be sure all

surface controls are turned off.

• The hot surface indicators lights, located under the glass cooktop, will come on as the surface cooking area heats up and will continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level. The lights may remain on even though the controls are

turned to OFF.

Expandable Radiant Element

Control Dial

To Operate the Warmer (Warm & Ready TM) Zone The purpose of the warmer zone isto keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Use the

warmer zone to keep cooked foods hot such as: vegetables, gravies, casseroles, soups, stews, breads, pastries and oven-safe dinner plates. Always start with hot food. Do not heat cold food

on the warmer zone. All food placed on the warmer zone should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil. When

warming pastries or breads, the cover should have an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very

difficult to clean. Use only dishware, utensils and cookware recommended for oven and cooktop useon the

warmer zone.

Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from the warmer

zone ascookware and plates will be hot. To Set the Warmer Zone Control

1. To set the control, push in and turn the knob. The temperatures are approximate, and are designated by HI, MED and LO. However, the control can be set at any position between HI and LO for different levels of heating.

2. When done, turn the control to OFF.The warmer zone will remain warm until the hot surface indicator light goes off.

Temperature Selection Refer to the chart for recommended heating levels. If a particular food is not listed, start with

the medium level, and adjust as needed. Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium level.

Indicator Lights

The surface indicator light is located below the warmer zone control. It turns on when the control is set, and stays on until the control is turned off. The hot surface indicator light, located on the control panel, will come on when the control is set and will continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level.

Surface

Cooking

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Setting Warmer Zone Controls (some models)

OFF

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WARMER ZONE

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The warmer zone will not glow red when it is hot, but becomes hot enough to

cause burns. Avoid placing hands on or near the warmer zone until the hot surface indicator light isoff.

Warmer Zone

Warmer Zone Recommended

Cont_l

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Food Item

Warmer Zone

Indicator _/armer Zone

Breads/Pastries Casseroles Dinner Plates with Food

Eggs Gravies

Meats Sauces

Soups (cream) Stews

Vegetables Fried Foods

Hot Surface

Indicator Lights

Hot Beverages

Food Settings

Heating

Level

LO LO LO

MED MED MED MED MED

HI HI

Setting Warmer

Drawer Controls

(if equipped)

Arranging Warmer (Warm & Ready TM) Drawer Rack Positions

The rack can be used in 2 ways:

• In the upright position to allow low profile 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 to allow you to place light weight food items and empty dishware (for example, rolls or pastries and dinner alates).

Set the warmer drawer rack as shown below.

WARMER DRAWER

The warmer drawer is equipped with a catch which may require extra force when opening and closing the drawer.

To Operate the Warmer Drawer

Your range isequipped with awarmer 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

quality. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the drawer and be very difficult 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.

Warmer Drawer Recommended

Food Settings

Food Item Setting Roasts (Beef, Pork, Lamb) MED

Pork Chops HI Bacon HI

Hamburger Patties HI Poultry HI

Gravies MED Casseroles MED

Eggs MED Fried Foods HI

Vegetables MED Pizza HI

Biscuits MED Rolls,soft LO

Rolls, hard MED Pastries MED

Empty Dinner Plates LO

Upright Position

To Set the Thermostat Control

The thermostat control is used to select the temperature of the warmer drawer. It is located on the control panel. To set the thermostat, push in and turn the knob to the desired setting. The temperatures are approximate, and are designated by HI, MED

and LO.

1.Turn the knob to select the desired temperature setting.

2. For best results, preheat the drawer before adding food. An empty drawer will preheat in approximately 15 minutes.

3. When done, turn the thermostat control to OFF.

Temperature Selection

Refer to the chart inthe 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. Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium setting.

When a combination of foods isto 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.

Indicator Light

The indicator light is located below the warmer drawer control. It turns on when the control isset, and stays on until the control is turned off. The warmer drawer is inoperable during the self-dean cycle. The indicator light will not come on during the self-clean cycle.

Downward Position

Oven vent(s) and racks Oven Vent Location

The oven is vented at the rear of the cooktop. When the oven is on, warm air is released through the vent(s). This venting is necessaryfor proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. DO NOT block the vent(s). Doing so may cause cooking failures, fire or damage to the appliance.

Arranging Oven Racks

ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIORTO OPERATINGTHE

OVEN). Always use oven mitts when using the oven.

To remove an oven rack, pull the rack forward until it stops. Lift up front of rack and slide out.

To replace an oven rack, fit the rack onto the guides on the oven walls. Tilt the front of the rack upward and slide the rack back into place.

Oven Vent(s)

and Racks

Be sure the oven isunplugged and all parts are COOL before replacing the oven

light bulb. Do not turn the oven light on during a self-cleaning cycle. High temperature will reduce lamp life.

On some models an interior oven light will turn on automatically when the oven is opened. The oven light may be turned on when the door is closed by using the oven light switch located

on the Electronic Oven control.

On a self-cleanning oven the lamp is covered with a glass shield held in place by a wire holder.

THIS GLASSSHIELD MUST ALWAYS BE IN PLACE WHEN THE OVEN IS IN USE.

To Replace the Light Bulb:

BE SURE OVEN IS COOL

1. Turn the power off at the main source.

2. Wear a leather-faced glove for protection against possible broken glass.

3. Replace bulb with a 40 Watt appliance bulb only.

4. For self-cleaning oven, press wire holder to one side to release glass shield, change bulb and be sure to replace glass shield.

Changing Oven

Light

Setting Oven Controls

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Preheat

PREHEAT

Preheating the oven provides maximum cooking performance. The Preheat Mode will bring the oven up to temperature and then beep to let you know when to add your food. Preheating the oven is recommended when baking breads and cakes but not necessary when cooking casseroles.The oven can be programmed to preheat at any temperature from 170% to 550%

(75°C to 290°C).

INSTRUCTIONS

To Set the Preheat Temperature to 350°F (176°C):

1. Arrange oven racks.

2. Push _. "350°(176°C), BAKE and START" will flash in the display.

3. Push _. "BAKE, PrEand ON" will show in the display asthe oven heats.

DISPLAY

To change the preset Preheat Temperature: (example425°F(218°C))

1. Arrange oven rack.

2. Push _. "350°(176°C), BAKE and START" will flash in the display.

3. Enter the desired baking temperature using the number pads. QQQ

4. Push _. "PrE, Bake and ON" will show in the display as the oven heats.

After the oven has reached the desired temperature the control will beep and the "PrE" light will turn off and the desired oven temperature will be shown. The oven is preheated; place food in the oven. The "BAKE" light will stay on. The "ON" light will turn on and off as the oven maintains your chosen temperature.

When baking is complete press @.

Setting Oven Controls

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Bake

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BAKE

Use this mode when preheating is not necessary, such as, when cooking casseroles. Allow your oven to preheat when baking cake and pastry or roasting. A beep let you know when the bake temperature is reached. The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170% to 550% (75°C to 290°C).

INSTRUCTIONS

To Set the Bake Temperature to 3S0°F (176°C):

1. Arrange oven racks and place food in oven.

2. Push _. "350°(176°C) BAKEand START" will glow in the display.

3. Push _. "BAKE, ON" and the current oven temperature will show in the display. As

the oven temperature increases the display counts up to the set temperature.

DISPLAY

To change the preset Bake Temperature: (example425°F(218°C))

1. Push @__._. "350°(176°C) BAKEand START" will glow in the display.

2. Enter the desired baking temperature using the number pads. Q Q Q

3. Push _. "BAKE, ON" and the current oven temperature will show in the display. As

the oven temperature increases the display counts up to the set temperature.

After the oven has reached the desired temperature the control will beep and the "BAKE" light will stay on. The "ON" light will turn on and off as the oven maintains your chosen temperature.

When baking is complete press _.

Setting Oven Controls

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Timed Bake

TIMED BAKE

COOK TIME or STOP TIME controls the Time Bake operation. The automatic timer will turn the oven off at the time you select. Timed bake includes convection baking and roasting.

Use caution when using the automatic timer. Usethe automatic timer when cooking cured or frozen meats

and most fruits and vegetables. Foods that can easily spoil such as milk, eggs, fish, meat or poultry, should be chilled in the refrigerator first. Evenwhen chilled, they should not stand in the oven for more than 1hour before cooking begins, and should be removed promptly when cooking is completed. Eating spoiled food can result in sicknessfrom food poisoning.

INSTRUCTIONS DISPLAY

To Program the Oven to Begin Immediately and To Shut Off Automatically: (example Bake at 350°F (176°C) for 50 minutes)

2. Arrange oven rack and, if roasting or cooking a casserole, place the food in the oven.

1. Besure__thatthe clock shows the correct time of day.

3. Push _. "350°(176°C) BAKE and START" will flash in the display. If a different

desired baking temperature is needed use the number pads to enter.

TIMEDOVEN

4. Push @. "0:00, STARTand COOK TIME" will flash in the display window. Enter the

desired baking time using the number pads QQ. The baking time can be set

for any amount of time from 5 minutes to 11 hours and 59 minutes (or 23 hours and 59

minutes in 24 hour mode).

5. Push _. "ON" will show inthe display and the oven temperature will start counting

up as the oven heats. The "BAKE" light will stay on. The "ON" light will turn on and off asthe oven maintains your chosen temperature.

When the set BAKE TIME runs out:

1. "END, COOK TIME" will appear in the display window and the oven will shut off automatically.

2. The control will beep 4 times.

3. The control will then continue to beep 3 times each minute until _ ispushed.

Setting Oven Controls

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Delayed Timed Bake

DELAYED TIMED BAKE COOK TIME and STOP TIME control the Time Bake operation. The automatic timer will turn the oven on and off at the time

you select. Delayed timed baking includes convection baking and roasting.

Use caution when using the automatic timer. Usethe automatic timer when cooking cured or frozen meats

INSTRUCTIONS

To Program Oven for a Delayed Start Time and to Shut-Off Automatically: (example Bake at 350° (176°C) for 50 minutes finishing at 5:30)

1. Be sure that the clock shows the correct time of day.

2. Arrange oven rack and place food in the oven.

DISPLAY

3. Push _. "350 ° (176°C) BAKE and START" will flash in the display. If a different desired baking temperature is needed use the number pads to enter.

......... QQ4. Push _. Enter the desired baking time using the number pads . The

baking time can be set for any amount of time from 5 minutes to 11 hours and 59 minutes.

"50" and the words "STARTand BAKE TIME" will glow in the display window.

5. Push @. Enter the desired stop time using the number pads_._____ 0_.

6. Push _. "DELAY, TIMED and BAKE" will show in the display.

7. When the start time arrives the display will show the current time of day and "TIMED BAKE". The "ON" light will turn on and off as the oven maintains your chosen temperature.

When the set BAKE TIME runs out:

1. "END" will appear in the display window and the oven will shut off automatically.

2. The control will beep 3 times.

3. The control will then continue to beep 3 times each minute until _ is pushed.

Setting Oven Controls

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Oven Baking

Informations

• Air Circulation in the Oven

Baking Problems Causes Corrections

Oven Baking Informations For best results, preheat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies or pastries, etc.

There is no need to preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles.

The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance.

Baking problems and solutions

Cookies and

biscuits burn on

the bottom.

Cakes too dark on

top or bottom.

Cakes not done in

the center.

Cakes not level.

Cookies and biscuits put into the oven before the pre-heating time is completed.

Oven rack overcrowded.

• Dark pan absorbs heat too fast.

• Cakes put into the oven before preheating time is completed.

• Oven rack position too high or low.

• Oven too hot.

• Incorrect pan size.

• Pan not centered in the oven.

• Range not level.

• Pan too close to oven wall or rack overcrowded.

• Pan warped.

• Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before placing food in oven.

• Choose pan sizes that will permit 5.1 cm to 10.2 cm (2" to 4") of air space on all sides when placed in the

oven.

• Use a medium-weight aluminum baking sheet.

• Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before placing food in the oven.

• Use proper rack position for baking needs.

• Set oven temperature 25°F/12°C lower than recommended.

• Use pan size suggested in recipe.

• Use proper rack position and place pan so there is 5.1 cm to 10.2 cm (2" to 4") of space on all sides of pan.

• Place marked glass measuring cup filled with water on the center of the oven rack. If water level is

uneven, refer to the installation instructions for leveling the appliance.

• Be sure to allow 5.1 cm to 10.2 cm (2" to 4") of clearance on all sides of each pan in the oven.

• Do not use pans that are dented or warped.

Foods notdone when cooking

time is up.

• Oven too cool.

• Oven overcrowded.

• Oven door opened too frequently.

• Set oven temperature 25°F/12°C higher than suggested and bake for the recommended time.

• Be sure to remove all pans from the oven except the ones to be used for baking.

• Open oven door only after shortest recommended baking time.

Air Circulation in the Oven If using multiple pans, stagger as shown. If using one pan, place in center of oven.

For best air circulation and baking results, center pans as much as possible. Allow 2-4" (5-10 cm) around the utensil(s) for proper air circulation and be sure pans do not touch each other, the door, sides or back of oven. The hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven.

Setting Oven Controls

FEATURE OVERVIEW

• Broil

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Broiling is a method of cooking tender cuts of meat by direct heat under the broil element of the oven. A beep lets you know when the broil temperature is reached. Besure you center the broiler pan directly under the broil element for best resuks.. _ >:_

Arrange oven rack while oven isstill cool. Position the rack as needed. The broiler pan and its insert allow dripping grease to drain and be kept away from the high heat of _iz.___>

the broiler. DO NOT use the pan without its insert. DO NOT cover the insert with foil. The exposed grease could ignite.

Should an oven fire occur, close the oven door and turn off the oven. If the fire continues, throw baking soda on the fire or use a fire extinguisher. DO NOT put water or flour on the fire. Flour may be explosive and water can cause a grease fire to spread and cause personal injury.

INSTRUCTIONS

To Set the oven to Broil at HI 550°F (290°C):

1. Placethe insert on the broiler pan, then place the food on the insert. DO NOT use the broiler pan without the insert, or cover the insert with aluminum foil; the exposed fat

could ignite.

2. Arrange oven rack and place the pan on the oven rack. Be sure to center the broiler pan directly under the broil element. Open the oven door to the "Broil Stop" position

when broiling.

3. Push _. "HI and BROIL" will glow in the display.

4. Push 0 "ON" will show in the display and the oven temperature will start counting

up asthe oven heats. After the oven has reached the desired temperature the control

will beep.

5. Broil on one side until food is browned; turn and cook on the second side. Season and serve.

Note: Always pull the rack out to the stop position before turning or removing food.

6. The "BROIL" light will stay on. The "ON" light may turn on and off as the oven

maintains your chosen temperature.

To change the preset Broil Temperature: (example 450°F (232°C))

DISPLAY

1. Push _. "HI and BROIL" will glow in the display.

2. Enter the desired broiling temperature using the number pads. Q Q Q

3. Push @.

When broiling is complete press _.

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