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ELECTRIC RANGE
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For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230
In Canada, call for assistance, installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777
or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com
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Table of Contents/Table des matieres ............................................................................. 2
Models/modUles KERK201 KERS205 YKERS205
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TABLEOF CONTENTS
TABLEDES MATIERES
RANGE SAFETY ............................................................................. 3
The Anti-Tip Bracket .................................................................... 3
COOKTOP USE .............................................................................. 5
Cooktop Controls ......................................................................... 5
Double and Triple Elements ......................................................... 6
Warm Zone ................................................................................... 6
Ceramic Glass .............................................................................. 6
Coo kware ..................................................................................... 7
Home Canning ............................................................................. 7
ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL ................................................... 8
Electronic Control Pads ............................................................... 8
Oven Display ................................................................................ 8
Quickset Pads .............................................................................. 8
Clock ............................................................................................ 8
Timers ........................................................................................... 9
Locking the Oven Control and Oven Door .................................. 9
Oven Light .................................................................................... 9
Setup ............................................................................................ 9
OVEN USE ..................................................................................... 11
Aluminum Foil ............................................................................. 11
Bakeware .................................................................................... 12
Meat Thermometer ..................................................................... 12
Oven Vent ................................................................................... 12
Positioning Racks and Bakeware .............................................. 12
Bake ............................................................................................ 13
Broil ............................................................................................ 13
T.H.E.TM True Convection Cooking ............................................ 14
Convect Bake ............................................................................. 14
Convect Roast ............................................................................ 14
Convect Pastry ........................................................................... 15
Rapid Preheat ............................................................................. 15
Drying ......................................................................................... 15
Thaw and Serve ......................................................................... 17
More Options ............................................................................. 18
Favorites ..................................................................................... 19
Self-Cleaning Cycle .................................................................... 20
General Cleaning ........................................................................ 20
Oven Light .................................................................................. 22
Appliance Outlets ....................................................................... 22
Oven Door .................................................................................. 22
Storage Drawer .......................................................................... 22
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 23
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 24
In the U.S.A................................................................................ 24
Accessories ................................................................................ 24
In Canada ................................................................................... 24
WAR RANTY .................................................................................. 25
SI_CURITI_ DE LA CUISINIF:RE ................................................... 26
La bride antibasculement ........................................................... 26
UTILISATION DE LA TABLE DE CUlSSON ................................ 29
Commandes de latable de cuisson .......................................... 29
€:lements & double et triple dimension ....................................... 30
Zone de rechauffage .................................................................. 30
Vitroceramique ........................................................................... 31
Ustensiles de cuisson ................................................................ 31
Preparation de conserves & la maison ....................................... 32
COMMANDE I_LECTRONIQUE DU FOUR ................................. 32
Touches de commande electroniques ...................................... 33
Afficheur du four ......................................................................... 33
Touches de reglage rapide ........................................................ 33
Horloge ....................................................................................... 33
Minuteries ................................................................................... 33
Verrouillage de la commande du four et de la porte du four .....34
Lampe du four ............................................................................ 34
Reglage ....................................................................................... 34
UTILISATION DU FOUR ............................................................... 36
Papier d'aluminium ..................................................................... 36
Ustensiles de cuisson ................................................................ 37
Thermometre & viande ............................................................... 37
12ventdu four .............................................................................. 37
Positionnement des grilles et des ustensiles de cuisson .......... 37
Cuisson au four .......................................................................... 38
Cuisson au gril ............................................................................ 38
Cuisson par convection veritable T.H.E. TM ................................ 39
Cuisson au four par convection ................................................. 39
R6tissage par convection .......................................................... 40
Cuisson de p&tisseries par convection ...................................... 40
Prechauffage rapide ................................................................... 40
Sechage ...................................................................................... 41
Decongeler et servir ................................................................... 43
Plus d'options ............................................................................. 44
Recettes favorites ....................................................................... 45
Programme d'autonettoyage ..................................................... 46
Nettoyage gen6ral ...................................................................... 47
Lampe du four ............................................................................ 48
Prises pour appareils menagers ................................................ 49
Porte du four ............................................................................... 49
Tiroir de remisage ....................................................................... 49
DI_PANNAGE ................................................................................. 50
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ......................................................... 51
GARANTIE ..................................................................................... 51
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RANGE SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
The range will not tip during normal use. However, the range can tip if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without
having the anti-tip bracket fastened down properly.
Tip Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Connect anti-tip bracket to rear range foot.
Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved.
See the installation instructions for details.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.
Making sure the anti-tip bracket is installed:
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The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn of
potential exposure to such substances.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
This appliance can cause low-level exposure to some of the substances listed, including benzene, formaldehyde, carbon
monoxide, and toluene.
• Slide range forward.
• Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to floor or wall.
• Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti-tip bracket.
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
WARN(NG: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
[] WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF TIPPING OF
THE RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY
PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI-TIP DEVICES. TO CHECK
IF THE DEVICES ARE INSTALLED PROPERLY, SLIDE
RANGE FORWARD, LOOK FOR ANTI-TIP BRACKET
SECURELY ATTACHED TO FLOOR OR WALL, AND
SLIDE RANGE BACK SO REAR RANGE FOOT IS
UNDER ANTI-TIP BRACKET.
[] CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in
cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range -
children climbing on the range to reach items could be
seriously injured.
[] Proper Installation - Be sure the range is properly installed
and grounded by a qualified technician.
[] Never Use the Range for Warming or Heating the Room.
[] Do Not Leave Children Alone - Children should not be left
alone or unattended in area where the range is in use.
They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of
the range.
[] Wear Proper Apparel - Loose-fitting or hanging garments
should never be worn while using the range.
[] User Servicing - Do not repair or replace any part of the
range unless specifically recommended in the manual. All
other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
[] Storage in or on the Range - Flammable materials should
not be stored in an oven or near surface units.
[] Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires - Smother fire or flame
or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
[] Use Only Dry Potholders - Moist or damp potholders on
hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let
potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel
or other bulky cloth.
[] DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR
UNITS - Surface units 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 contact surface
units or areas near units until they have had sufficient time
to cool. Among those areas are the cooktop and surfaces
facing the cooktop.
[] Use Proper Pan Size - The range is equipped with one or
more surface units of different size. Select utensils having
flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating
element. The use of undersized utensils will expose a
portion of the heating element to direct contact and may
result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to
burner will also improve efficiency.
[] Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat
Settings - Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers
that may ignite.
[] Make Sure Reflector Pans or Drip Bowls Are in Place -
Absence of these pans or bowls during cooking may
subject wiring or components underneath to damage.
[] Protective Liners - Do not use aluminum foil to line surface
unit drip bowls or oven bottoms, except as suggested in
the manual. Improper installation of these liners may result
in a 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 range-top service without breaking
due to the sudden change in temperature.
[] 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 a
utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and
does not extend over adjacent surface units.
[] Do Not Soak Removable Heating Elements - Heating
elements should never be immersed in water.
[] Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop - If 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 With Caution - If a wet sponge or cloth is
used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to
avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious
fumes if applied to a hot surface.
[] Use Care When Opening Door - Let hot air or steam
escape before removing or replacing food.
[] Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers - Build-up of
pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury.
[] Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed.
[] Placement of Oven Racks - Always place oven racks in
desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved
while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating
element in oven.
[] DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR
SURFACES OF OVEN - Heating elements may be hot even
though they are dark in color. Interior surfaces of an oven
become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use,
do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials
contact heating elements or interior surfaces of oven until
they have had sufficient time to cool. Other surfaces of the
appliance may become hot enough to cause burns - among
these surfaces are oven vent openings and surfaces near
these openings, oven doors, and windows of oven doors.
For self-cleaning ranges -
[] 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.
[] 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.
[] Clean Only Parts Listed in Manual.
[] Before Self-Cleaning the Oven - Remove broiler pan and
other utensils.
For units with ventilating hood -
[] Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not
be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
[] When flambeing foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COOKTOP USE
This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and
appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model.
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A. Left front control knob
B. Left rear control knob
C. Electronic oven control
D. Right rear control knob
E. Dual/triple element rocker switch
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E Right front control knob
G. Hot surface indicator light
H. Warming zone control
I.Element on indicator light
J. Surface element Iocator
SETTING RECOMMENDED USE
Medium Low • Stew or steam food.
(between Med and Lo) • Simmer
Fire Hazard
Turn off all controls when done cooking.
Failure to do so can result in death or fire.
The cooktop controls can be set to anywhere between HI and
LO. Push in and turn to the desired heat setting. Use the
following chart as a guide when setting heat levels.
SETTING RECOMMENDED USE
Double and Triple
Elements
• Large diameter cookware.
• Large quantities of food.
• Home canning.
HI (High)
Medium High
(between Hi and Med)
Med (Medium)
• Bring liquid to a boil.
• Hold a rapid boil.
• Quickly brown or sear food.
• Maintain a slow boil.
• Fry or saute foods.
• Cook soups, sauces and
gravies.
Lo (Low) • Keep foods warm.
• Melt chocolate or butter.
Warming Zone • Keep cooked foods warm.
REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models)
during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may
become hot.
Element On Indicator Light
An Element On indicator light is located on the left side of the
control panel. When any surface element is turned on, the light
will glow.
Hot Surface Indicator Light
A Hot Surface indicator light is located on the right side of the
control panel. The Hot Surface indicator light will glow as long as
any surface cooking area is too hot to touch, even after the
surface cooking area(s) is turned off.
TheDoubleandTripleelementsofferflexibilitydependingonthe
sizeofthecookware.Singlesizecanbeusedinthesamewayas
aregularelement.Thedoubleandtriplesizescombinethesingle,
dual,andouterelementandisrecommendedforlarger
cookware,largerquantitiesoffoodandhomecanning.
To operate the Double or Triple element:
1. Press the rocker switch to the left to use the Triple element or
to the right to use the Double element.
2. Push in and turn the control knob clockwise from the OFF
position to the DOUBLE/TRIPLE ELEMENT zone anywhere
between LO and HI.
3. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
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Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or
after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
A. Single size A. Single size
B. Double size B. Double size
C. Triple size
To Use the Double Element:
OFF
Lo
Med
Lo
Hi
To operate the Single element:
1. Push in and turn the control knob counterclockwise from the
OFF position to the SINGLE ELEMENT zone anywhere
between LO and HI.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To operate the Double element:
1. Push in and turn the control knob clockwise from the OFF
position to the DOUBLE ELEMENT zone anywhere between
LO and HI.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To Use the Triple Element:
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To operate the Single element:
1. Push in and turn the control knob counterclockwise from the
OFF position to the SINGLE ELEMENT zone anywhere
between LO and HI.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
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Use the Warm Zone element to keep cooked foods warm.
One hour is the recommended maximum time to maintain food
quality.
Do not use it to heat cold foods.
The Warm Zone element can be used alone or when any of the
other surface cooking areas are being used.
The Warm Zone element area will not glow red when cycling on.
However, the Element On light will glow while the Warm Zone
element is in use. The Hot Surface light will glow as long as the
Warm Zone element area is too hot to touch.
• Use only cookware and dishes recommended for oven and
cooktop use.
• Cover all foods with a lid or aluminum foil. When warming
baked goods, allow a small opening in the cover for moisture
to escape.
• To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use plastic wrap to
cover food because the plastic wrap may melt.
• Use pot holders or oven mitts to remove food.
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To Use:
1. To turn on, press WARM ZONE.
2. Press the Quickset pad for HIGH or LOW.
3. To turn off, press WARM ZONE.
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The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on. It
may cycle on and off to maintain the selected heat level.
It is normal for the surface of light colored ceramic glass to
appear to change color when surface cooking areas are hot. As
the glass cools, it will return to its original color.
Cleaning off the cooktop before and after each use will help keep
it free from stains and provide the most even heating. On
cooktops with light colored ceramic glass, soils and stains may
be more visible, and may require more cleaning and care.
Cooktop cleaner and a cooktop scraper are recommended. For
more information, see "General Cleaning" section.
• Avoid storing jars or cans above the cooktop. Dropping a
heavy or hard object onto the cooktop could crack the
cooktop.
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To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not leave a hot lid on the
cooktop. As the cooktop cools, air can become trapped
between the lid and the cooktop, and the ceramic glass could
break when the lid is removed.
• For foods containing sugar in any form, clean up all spills and
soils as soon as possible. Allow the cooktop to cool down
slightly. Then, while wearing oven mitts, remove the spills
while the surface is still warm. If sugary spills are allowed to
cool down, they can adhere to the cooktop and can cause
pitting and permanent marks.
• To avoid scratches, do not slide cookware or bakeware
across the cooktop. Aluminum or copper bottoms and rough
finishes on cookware or bakeware could leave scratches or
marks on the cooktop.
• Do not cook popcorn in prepackaged aluminum containers
on the cooktop. They could leave aluminum marks that
cannot be removed completely.
• To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not allow objects that
could melt, such as plastic or aluminum foil, to touch any part
of the entire cooktop.
• To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use the cooktop as a
cutting board.
• Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking
area. Cookware should not extend more than 1/2"(1.3 cm)
outside the area.
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Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is
transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has
the same characteristics as its base material. For example,
aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the
properties of aluminum.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material
characteristics.
COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS
Aluminum • Heats quickly and evenly.
• Suitable for all types of cooking.
• Medium or heavy thickness is best for
most cooking tasks.
Cast iron
• Heats slowly and evenly.
• Good for browning and frying.
• Maintains heat for slow cooking.
Ceramic or
Ceramic glass
• Follow manufacturer's instructions.
• Heats slowly, but unevenly.
• Ideal results on low to medium heat
settings.
Copper • Heats very quickly and evenly.
Earthenware • Follow manufacturer's instructions.
• Use on low heat settings.
Porcelain • See stainless steel or cast iron.
enamel-on-
steel or cast
iron
A. Surface cooking area
B. Cookware/canner
C. 7/2"(1.3 cm) Maximum overhang
• Use flat-bottomed cookware for best heat conduction and
energy efficiency. Cookware with rounded, warped, ribbed or
dented bottoms could cause uneven heating and poor
cooking results.
• Determine flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler
across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler,
no space or light should be visible between it and the
cookware.
• Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small
expansion channels can be used.
• Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry
before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits
when heated.
To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not cook foods directly
on the cooktop.
IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface
cooking area, element or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a
well-fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy
thickness.
Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper
may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used
as a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or
grates.
Stainless steel • Heats quickly, but unevenly.
• A core or base of aluminum or copper
on stainless steel provides even
heating.
When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface
cooking areas, elements or surface burners between batches.
This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.
• Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking
area or element. On electric cooktops, canners should not
extend more than 1/2"(1.3 cm) beyond the surface cooking
area or element.
• Do not place canner on 2 surface cooking areas, elements or
surface burners at the same time.
On ceramic glass models, use only flat-bottomed canners.
For more information, contact your local agricultural
department. Companies that manufacture home canning
products can also offer assistance.
ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL
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A. Rapid preheat (on some models) G. Timer 1 M. Quickset
B. Convect (on some models) H. Oven display N. Cancel/off
C. Broil I. Timer 2 Q. Oven fight
D. Bake J. Number pads P. More options
E.Setup on/off K. Enter Q. Self-clean
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When pressing any control pad function on the Electronic Oven
Control, use the pad of your finger to press the desired function.
Hold down the pad a few seconds, or until the desired function
appears in the display.
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IMPORTANT: Four seconds after entering the function, option,
number or letter, the function will automatically be entered. If
more than 30 seconds elapse between steps in programming,
the function will be canceled and the display will return to the
previous display.
When power is supplied to the range or after a power
interruption, "12:00" and "POWER LOSS" will be displayed.
Press CANCEL to clear "POWER LOSS."
When the oven is in use, the display shows the time of day,
temperature, and oven setting.
When the oven is not is use, the display shows the time of day.
When using the Timer, for settings of 1 to 59 minutes, the display
will count down in minutes and seconds. For settings of 1 hour or
more, the display will count down hours and minutes.
Quickset pads are located on each side of the display window
and are used to select the desired function or option in the
display window. To select the option or function, press the
Quickset pad next to the word.
If you need to back out of a function or option in the display,
press the BACK pad. When your programming is complete, press
the ENTER pad or wait 4 seconds and the function will start
automatically.
Up arrows indicate additional screens with additional options.
Press the QUICKSET pads next to the arrows to scroll through
the display.
To Set Clock:
1. Press SETUP.
2. Select CLOCK using the Quickset pads.
3. Select TIME.
4. Enter the time using the number pads.
5. Press ENTER.
6. Select AM or PM in 12 hour mode. (For 24 hour clock, see
below.)
7. To exit the Setup mode, press SETUR
Activating and Canceling the Clock/Day of Week Display:
1. Press SETUP.
2. Select CLOCK.
3. Press the arrow to scroll until DISABLE is displayed.
4. Select DISABLE.
5. Select TIME.
6. Select OFF to turn the clock display off, or select ON to turn
the clock display on.
Day of the week:
7. Select DAY.
8. Select OFF to turn the day of the week display off. Select ON
to turn the weekday display on.
9. To exit the Setup mode, press SETUR
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EnteringtheDayoftheWeek:
1. Press SETUR
2. Select CLOCK.
3. Press the arrow to scroll until DAY is displayed.
4. Use Quickset arrow to scroll through the days.
5. Select day desired.
6. To exit the Setup mode, press SETUR
To Set the Clock for a 12 or 24 Hour Format:
The clock can be set to display time in either a 12 hour or 24 hour
format.
1. Press the SETUR
2. Select CLOCK.
3. Use the arrow to scroll to select 12/24 HOUR.
4. Select 12 HR or24 HR.
5. To exit Setup mode, press SETUR
The lock feature shuts down the control pads (buttons) and locks
the oven door to avoid unintended us of the oven.
The lock feature is preset unlocked, but can be locked.
If the oven is currently in use, the controls and oven door cannot
be locked.
To Lock the Oven Control and Oven Door:
Press and hold BACK and ENTER for 3 seconds or until
"CONTROL LOCKED" appears in the display.
Hold to Lock
To Unlock the Oven Control and Oven Door:
Press and hold BACK and ENTER for 3 seconds. "UNLOCKING
DOOR" will appear in the display when the control and door are
unlocking.
Setting the Timers (Timer 1 or Timer 2):
1. Press TIMER 1 or TIMER 2.
2. Press one of the displayed times using the Quickset pads, or
press the number pads to enter the desired time.
IMPORTANT: Each press of the displayed time choices adds
additional time. For example, pressing "10 MIN" three times
provides 30 minutes on the timer (0:30).
3. Press ENTER (located on the number pad).
Changing the Amount of Time Entered Once the
Timer Starts:
1. Press TIMER 1 or TIMER 2 once.
2. Press the displayed times on the Quickset pads repeatedly
until the desired time is entered.
OR
Press the number pads to enter the new desired time.
3. Press Enter pad.
Canceling the Timer:
1. Press TIMER 1 or TIMER 2 twice.
If Both Timers are Active:
If the desired Timer is already in the foreground, press once for
edit mode and twice to cancel the Timer. If the desired Timer is
not in the foreground, follow these steps:
1. Press the desired TIMER pad once. The selected Timer will
come to the foreground.
2. Press TIMER a second time to access the edit mode in order
to make changes.
3. Pressing TIMER a third time will cancel the Timer.
Changing the Timer Beeps:
The signal beeps for TIMER 1 and TIMER 2 can be changed. The
options available are 2 beeps every thirty seconds, 2 beeps every
60 seconds or 1 beep only. The default setting is 1 beep.
1. Press SETUR
2. Select the arrow to scroll until TONES is displayed.
3. Select TONES.
4. Select TIMERS TONES.
5. Select the desired timer beep format (2-30 SEC, 2-60 SEC or
1 BEEP).
6. Press SETUP to exit Setup mode.
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The oven light automatically comes on when the door is opened.
When the door is closed, press the OVEN LIGHT pad to turn the
oven light on and off. A beep will sound every time the Oven Light
pad is pressed. If the oven light is on when the door is opened,
the light will go off when the door is closed.
1. Press SETUR
2. Use the arrow to scroll through the Setup options.
3. Select the desired option by pressing the Quickset pads.
NOTE: To back out of a screen without making any changes,
press the Setup pad. The display will return to the time of day.
Clock
See the "Clock" section for more details. Use the Clock option to:
• Set the time of day.
• Set day of week.
• Select AM or PM (12-hour mode only). AM or PM will not
show with the time of day in the display.
• Choose a 12- or 24-hour clock display.
• Disable the clock display.
Language
The language of the screens in the display window can be set to
English, French or Spanish.
To change the display language from English:
1. Press SETUP.
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select LANGUAGE.
3. Select the desired language.
4. Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
Auto Convect Conversion (on some models)
The oven comes from the factory set for Auto Convect
conversion. Auto Convect Conversion automatically reduces the
set temperature by 25°F for Convect Bake and Convect Pastry.
For Convect Roast the control will alert you at 75% of the
programmed roasting time to check foods for doneness. Convect
roast temperatures are not reduced.
NOTES:
• When using Convect Bake and Convect Pastry with the Auto
Convect Conversion option turned off, reduce the set
temperature by 25°E
• If Convect Roasting with the Auto Convect conversion option
turned off, you will not be required to program a cooking time.
Check food at 75% of the conventional time.
To deactivate Auto Convect conversion:
1. Press SETUR
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select AUTO CONVECT.
3. Select OFR
4. Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
To reactivate Auto Convect conversion:
1. Press SETUR
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select AUTO CONVECT.
3. Select ON.
4. Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
C/F (Celsius/Fahrenheit)
The displayed temperature scale can be changed from
Fahrenheit to Celsius.
To change the scale:
1. Press SETUR
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select C/R
3. Select the desired temperature scale.
4. Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
• Pressing the Cancel pad will cancel a Bake cycle, however
the control will stay in the Sabbath Mode.
• The day of the week and AM/PM must be set for Sabbath
Auto Mode to operate correctly.
To activate Sabbath mode:
Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before
or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
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Press SETUR
2.
Press the arrow to scroll to select SABBATH.
3.
Select AUTO or MANUAL.
AUTO will automatically prompt you to enter a Bake
temperature on Friday at 2 pm and stay in Sabbath mode for
33 hours. "SABBATH" and "SABBATH ENABLE" appear in
the display for 90 minutes. If Bake or CooW Hold Bake are
desired during Sabbath Mode, they must be programmed
during this 90 minute time before AUTO Sabbath Mode is
active.
MANUAL sets the oven to Sabbath Mode for 72 hours.
"SABBATH" and "SABBATH ENABLE" appear in the display
for 5 minutes. If Bake or CooWHold Bake are desired during
Sabbath Mode, they must be programmed during this
5-minute time before the MANUAL Sabbath Mode is active.
4. Select ON or OFR
5. Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
To cancel Sabbath mode:
1. Press CANCEL.
2. Press and hold SETUP for 5 seconds.
Temp Adjust
Sabbath Mode
The oven is set to shut off after 12 hours if you unintentionally
leave it on. The Sabbath Mode overrides the 12-hour shut-off and
can either be set to come on automatically or can be set
manually as desired.
Only Bake or CooWHold Bake will operate when the oven is in
Sabbath Mode. All other functions are invalid. If a function other
than Bake or CooWHold Bake is in operation when Sabbath
Mode starts, the function will be canceled.
• The oven must be idle to program Sabbath Mode.
• Sabbath Mode cannot be turned on if the keypads are locked
out or when the door is locked.
• If the oven is baking when Auto Sabbath Mode starts, there
will be no audible beeps.
• All prompts, messages and beeps are deactivated when the
Sabbath Mode is active.
• If the oven light is desired while in Sabbath Mode, it must be
turned on before the Sabbath Mode is set.
• The self-clean cycle and automatic door lock do not operate
during the Sabbath Mode.
• The Bake temperature can be changed during an Active
Sabbath Mode. Simply press the Bake pad and then enter
the desired temperature using the Quickset pads.
Oven temperatures are tested at the factory. It is normal to notice
some baking time or browning differences between a new oven
and an old one. As ovens get older, the oven temperature can
shift.
You may adjust the oven temperature if you think the oven is not
baking or browning correctly. To decide how much to change the
temperature, set the oven temperature 25°F higher or lower than
the temperature in your recipes, then bake. The results of the first
bake should give you an idea of how much to adjust the
temperature.
To adjust the oven temperature:
1. Press SETUP.
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select TEMP ADJUST.
3. Enter the desired temperature change using the number
pads.
4. Select "+/-" to indicate an increase or decrease in
temperature. The temperature change is displayed at the top
of the window.
5. Press ENTER or wait 3 seconds to accept the change.
6. Press SETUP to exit the menu.
The oven temperature does not need to be readjusted if there is a
power failure or interruption.
Broiling and cleaning temperatures cannot be adjusted.
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208/240V
For improved results when using Bake, the oven can be set from
240V to 208V if your household is on 208V.
To set the oven to 208V:
1. Press SETUR
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select 208/240V.
3. Select 208V or 240V using the Quickset pads.
4. Press ENTER to accept the change.
5. Press SETUP to exit the menu.
Tones (beeps)
The number of beeps heard at the end of cooking and at the end
of timer operation and their volume can be adjusted.
To change the beeps at the end of cooking:
1. Press SETUR
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select TONES.
3. Use the arrow to scroll to select COOK TONE.
4. Use the arrow to scroll and select:
1-30 MIN to hear 1 beep every 30 seconds.
OR
1-60 MIN to hear 1 beep every 60 seconds.
OR
1 BEEP to hear 1 beep only at the end of cooking.
5. Press SETUP to exit.
To change the timer beeps:
1. Press SETUR
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select TONES.
3. Use the arrow to scroll to select TIMERS TONES.
4. Use the arrow to scroll and select:
2-30 SEC to hear 2 beeps every 30 seconds.
OR
2-60 SEC to hear 2 beeps every 60 seconds.
OR
1 BEEP to hear 1 beep only at the end of the set time.
5. Press SETUP to exit.
To change the volume of the beeps:
1. Press SETUR
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select TONES.
3. Use the arrow to scroll to select VOLUME.
4. Use the arrow to scroll and select:
HIGH for the highest volume.
OR
MEDIUM for medium volume.
OR
LOW for the lowest volume.
5. Press SETUP to exit.
12 HR Shutoff
The oven will automatically turn off at the end of 12 hours if you
unintentionally leave it on.
To turn off this feature:
1. Press SETUP.
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select 12HR SHUTOFR
3. Select ON or OFF using the Quickset pads.
4. Press SETUP to exit.
Energy Saver
To save energy, the display can be set to go dark if it is not being
used.
To set the Energy Saver feature:
1. Press SETUP.
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select ENERGY SAVER.
3. Select ON or OFF using the Quickset pads.
4. Press SETUP to exit.
Press any pad to "wake up" the display.
Service
This area of the oven control displays the KitchenAid Customer
Service toll-free phone number.
1. Press SETUR
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select SERVICE.
3. Press SETUP to exit.
Demo
When Demo is selected, you will see a short presentation
highlighting the features of the range.
1. Press SETUR
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select DEMO.
3. Select ON or OFF using the Quickset pads.
4. Press SETUP to exit.
OVEN
Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few
times, or when it is heavily soiled.
During oven use, the heating elements will not remain on, but will
cycle on and off throughout oven operation.
IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to
the fumes given off. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to
certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and well-
ventilated room.
USE
IMPORTANT: To avoid permanent damage to the oven bottom
finish, do not line the oven bottom with any type of foil, liners or
cookware.
• For best cooking results, do not cover entire rack with foil
because air must be able to move freely.
• To catch spills, place foil on rack below dish. Make sure foil is
at least 1/2"(1.3 cm) larger than the dish and that it is turned
up at the edges.
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The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow
manufacturer's recommendations and use the bakeware size
recommended in the recipe. Use the following chart as a guide.
BAKEWARE/ RECOMMENDATIONS
RESULTS
Light colored • Use temperature and time
aluminum recommended in recipe.
• Light golden crusts
• Even browning
Dark aluminum and
other bakeware with
dark, dull and/or
nonstick finish
• Brown, crisp
crusts
Insulated cookie
sheets or baking
pans
• Little or no bottom
browning
Stainless steel
• Light, golden
crusts
• Uneven browning
Stoneware/Baking
stone
• Crisp crusts
Ovenproof • May need to reduce baking
glassware, ceramic temperatures slightly.
glass or ceramic
• Brown, crisp
crusts
On models without a temperature probe, use a meat
thermometer to determine whether meat, poultry and fish, are
cooked to the desired degree of doneness. The internal
temperature, not appearance, should be used to determine
doneness. A meat thermometer is not supplied with this
appliance.
• Insert the thermometer into the center of the thickest portion
of the meat or inner thigh and breast of poultry. The tip of the
thermometer should not touch fat, bone or gristle.
• After reading the thermometer once, push it into the meat
1/2"(1.3 cm) more and read again. If the temperature drops,
cook the meat or poultry longer.
• Check all meat, poultry and fish in 2 or 3 different places.
• May need to reduce baking
temperatures slightly.
• Use suggested baking time.
• For pies, breads and casseroles,
use temperature recommended in
recipe.
• Place rack in center of oven.
• Place in the bottom third of oven.
• May need to increase baking time.
• May need to increase baking time.
• Follow manufacturer's instructions.
A. Oven vent
The oven vent releases hot air and moisture from the oven, and
should not be blocked or covered. Blocking or covering the vent
will cause poor air circulation, affecting cooking and cleaning
results. Do not set plastics, paper or other items that could melt
or burn near the oven vent.
IMPORTANT: To avoid permanent damage to the porcelain
finish, do not place food or bakeware directly on the oven door or
bottom.
RACKS
• Position racks before turning on the oven.
• Do not move racks with bakeware on them.
• Make sure racks are level.
To move a rack, pull it out to the stop position, raise the front
edge, then lift out. Use the following illustration and chart as a
guide.
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FOOD RACK
POSITION(S)
Toasting bread or broiling thin, non-fatty foods. 7
Most broiling and multiple rack baking. 6
Multiple rack baking. 5
Most baked goods on cookie sheet or jelly roll 4
pan, fruit pies, or frozen convenience foods.
Also broiling chicken pieces or multiple rack
baking.
Casseroles, bread, bundt cakes or custard 3
pies.
Roasting small cuts or meat, frozen pies, 2
dessert souffles or angel food cake. Also
multiple rack baking.
For Roasting large cuts of meat and poultry. 1
Multiple Rack Cooking
2 rack 2 and 5
3 rack (convection only) 2, 4 and 6
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BAKEWARE
Hot air must be able to circulate around food to cook evenly, so
allow 2" (5,0 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use
the following chart as a guide.
NUMBER OF POSITION ON RACK
PAN(S)
1 Center of rack.
2 Side by side or slightly staggered.
3 or 4 Opposite corners on each rack. Make sure
that no bakeware piece is directly over
another.
The BAKE function is ideal for baking, roasting or heating foods.
During baking or roasting, the bake and broil elements will cycle
on and off in intervals to maintain oven temperature.
If the oven door is opened during baking or roasting, the broil
element will turn off immediately and the bake element will turn
off in 30 seconds to 2 minutes. They will come back on once the
door is closed.
To Bake:
Before baking, position racks according to the "Positioning
Racks and Bakeware" section.
For baking, allow the range to preheat before placing food in the
oven.
1. Press BAKE.
2. Select the oven temperature using the Quickset pads.
OR
Enter the desired temperature using the number pads. The
temperature can be set from 170°F (80°C) to 550°F (288°C) in
5° (1° in Celsius) increments.
3. Press ENTER to set.
After 3 seconds, the oven will begin to preheat. "BAKE" and
"PREHEAT" will appear in the display along with "100 °'' ("38 °"
in Celsius) or the actual oven temperature, whichever is
higher.
The temperature in the display will increase in 1° increments
until the oven reaches the preset temperature. Allow about
15 minutes for the oven to preheat.
When the oven is preheated, the oven will beep and
"PREHEAT" will disappear from the display.
To change the oven temperature during cooking, press BAKE
and select a displayed temperature or use the number pads
to enter the desired temperature.
4. Press CANCEL when finish cooking. Remove food from the
oven.
• For proper draining, do not cover the grid with foil. The
bottom of the pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier
cleaning.
• Trim excess fat to reduce spattering. Slit the remaining fat on
the edges to avoid curling.
• Pull out oven rack to stop position before turning or removing
food. Use tongs to turn food to avoid the loss of juices. Very
thin cuts of fish, poultry or meat may not need to be turned.
• After broiling, remove the pan from the oven when removing
the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated
oven, making cleaning more difficult.
• Expect broil times to increase and browning to be slightly
lighter if the range is installed on a 208-volt circuit.
Before broiling, position rack according to the Broiling Chart.
Preheat broil for about 5 minutes. Position food on grid in the
broiler pan, then place it in the center of the oven rack. Close the
door to the broil stop position to ensure proper broiling
temperature.
To Broil:
Before broiling, position rack according to the Broiling Chart.
1. Press BROIL.
2. "HIGH" and "LOW" will be displayed.
Select HIGH (550°F/290°C) for normal broiling or LOW
(450°F/230°C) for low-temperature broiling.
OR
To select a broil temperature other than High or Low, enter
the desired temperature (300°F/149°C to 550°F/288°C) using
the number pads and press ENTER.
3. Press CANCEL when finished.
BROILING CHART
For best results, place food 3" (7 cm) or more from the broil
element. Times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted
for individual tastes. Recommended rack positions are numbered
from the bottom (1) to the top (7). For diagram, see the
"Positioning Racks and Bakeware" section.
FOO D RAC K TOTAL
POSITION TIME
MIN.
Steak
1" (2.5 cm) thick
medium 6 15-20
well-done 6 18-24
Broiling uses direct radiant heat to cook food. Changing the
temperature when broiling allows more precise control when
cooking. The lower the temperature, the slower the cooking.
Thicker cuts and unevenly shaped pieces of meat, fish and
poultry may cook better at lower broiling temperatures.
• For best results, use a broiler pan and grid. They are
designed to drain juices and help avoid spatter and smoke.
If you would like to purchase a broiler pan, one may be
ordered. See "Assistance or Service" section to order. Ask for
Part Number 4396923.
Ground meat patties
3A,,(2.0 cm) thick
well-done 6 or 7 11-18
Pork chops
1" (2.5 cm) thick 6 22-25
Ham slice, precooked
1/2"(1.25 cm) thick
warm 6 8-12
Chicken
bone-in pieces LOW broil
well-done 4 30-45
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FOOD RACK TOTAL
POSITION TIME
MIN.
Seafood
Fish Steaks
1" (2.5 cm) thick
flaky 6 10-15
Lobster tails, 3-4 oz each 5 7-10
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In a convection oven, the fan-circulated hot air continually
distributes heat more evenly than the natural movement of air in a
standard thermal oven. This movement of hot air helps maintain a
consistent temperature throughout the oven, cooking foods more
evenly, crisping surfaces while sealing in moisture and yielding
crustier breads.
Most foods can be cooked by lowering cooking temperatures
25°F to 50°F (14°C to 28°C), and cooking time can be shortened
by as much as 30 percent, especially for large turkeys and roasts.
• It is important not to cover foods with lids or aluminum foil so
that surface areas remain exposed to the circulating air,
allowing browning and crisping.
• Keep heat loss to a minimum by opening the oven door only
when necessary.
• Choose cookie sheets without sides and roasting pans with
lower sides to allow air to move freely around the food.
• Test baked goods for doneness a few minutes before the
minimum cooking time with an alternative method such as
using a toothpick.
• Use a meat thermometer or the temperature probe (on some
models) to determine the doneness of meats and poultry.
Check the temperature of pork and poultry in 2 or 3 places.
Convect Bake can be used to bake and cook foods on single or
multiple racks. It is helpful to stagger items on the racks to allow
a more even flow of heat. If the oven is full, extra cooking time
may be needed.
When cooking an oven meal with several different types of foods,
be sure to select recipes that require similar temperatures.
Cookware should sit in the oven with at least 1" (2.5 cm) of space
between the cookware and the sides of the oven.
Allow the range to preheat before placing food in the oven.
During convection baking preheat, the broil elements and the
bake element all heat the oven cavity. After preheat, the
convection element will cycle on and off in intervals to maintain
oven temperature, while the fan constantly circulates the hot air.
If the oven door is opened during convection baking or
preheating, the convection element and fan will turn off
immediately. They will come back on once the door is closed.
• Reduce recipe temperature 25°F (14°C). The cook time may
need to be reduced also.
To Convect Bake:
Before convection baking, position racks according to the
"Positioning Racks and Bakeware" section.
1. Press CONVECT.
2. Select CNVT BAKE using the Quickset pads.
3. Select the oven temperature using the Quickset pads
OR
Press the number pads to enter a temperature. The
temperature can be set between 195°F and 550°F (91°C and
288°C) in 5 ° increments when Auto Convect is on. If Auto
Convect is off, temperature can be set from 170°F (77°C).
4. Press ENTER.
After 3 seconds, the oven will begin to preheat. "CNVT
BAKE" and "PREHEAT" will appear in the display along with
100° or the actual oven temperature, whichever is higher.
The temperature in the display will increase in 1o increments
until the oven reaches the preset temperature. Allow about
15 minutes for the oven to preheat.
When the oven is preheated, the oven will beep, "PREHEAT"
will turn off and "CNVT BAKE" will be displayed. "AUTO" will
be displayed if Auto Convect conversion feature is turned on.
5. Place food in the oven.
6. Press CANCEL when finished cooking.
Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before
or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
Convection Roast can be used to roast meat and poultry, and
vegetables.
To Convect Roast:
Before convection roasting, position racks according to the
"Positioning Racks and Bakeware" section. It is not necessary to
wait for the oven to preheat before putting food in, unless
recommended in the recipe. If a recipe suggest preheating the
oven, add 15 minutes to the cook time.
1. Place food in the oven.
2. Press CONVECT.
3. Use the arrow to scroll to select CNVT ROAST.
4. Select the oven temperature using the Quickset pads.
OR
Enter the desired temperature using the number pads.
The temperature can be set between 170°F and 550°F (77°C
and 288°C).
5. Press ENTER pad to set.
6. Enter desired cook time. Enter the conventional roasting time
using the number pads.
NOTE: If Auto Convect is off, a roast time will not be required.
After 3 seconds, the oven will begin to heat. "CNVT ROAST"
will appear in the display along with "100 °'' or the actual oven
temperature, whichever is higher.
The temperature in the display will increase in 1° increments
until the oven reaches the preset temperature.
Cook time will begin to count down.
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At 75% of the cooking time the oven will beep to let you know
to check food. Check food using a meat thermometer.
If food is done, take food out of oven and press CANCEL pad
to turn oven off.
If food is not done, continue roasting.
Once the set time has elapsed the oven will automatically go
into Keep Warm mode for 1 hour and then shut off. If food is
taken from the oven before the hour has elapsed, press the
CANCEL pad.
Convect Pastry is designed to bake pastry items such as frozen
pies, turnovers, cream puffs and puff pastry. Use 1,2 or 3 racks
while using this feature.
1. Press CONVECT.
2. Use the arrow to scroll to select CNVT PASTRY.
3. Select the oven temperature using the Quickset pads.
OR
Enter the desired temperature using the number pads.
The temperature can be set between 195°F and 550°F (91°C
and 288°C) in 5° increments.
4. Press ENTER pad to set.
After 3 seconds, the oven will begin to preheat. "CNVT
PASTRY" and "PREHEAT" will appear in the display along
with "100 °'' or the actual oven temperature, which ever is
higher. AUTO will display if the Auto Convect conversion
feature is turned on.
The temperature in the display will increase in 1° increments
until the oven reaches the preset temperature. Allow about
15 minutes for the oven to preheat.
When the oven is preheated, the oven will beep, "PREHEAT"
will turn off and "CNVT PASTRY" will be displayed.
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Press CANCEL when finished cooking.
Use Rapid Preheat to decrease preheating time when using Bake
or Convect Bake. Use for all foods when baking on 1 rack.
For best results, use rack position 3 or 4 when using the Rapid
Preheat option.
For optimum baking and browning results, Rapid Preheat is not
recommended when baking on multiple racks.
To Activate:
After Bake or Convect Bake has been programmed and
activated, press RAPID PREHEAT.
"1 RACK ONLY" will display, after 10 seconds the display will
show "RAPID" and "PREHEAT."
Preheat time is 5 minutes.
To Return to Standard Preheat:
Press RAPID PREHEAT. This will provide standard preheat.
"PREHEAT" and the selected function will be displayed.
For best results, use a drying rack. A drying rack allows air to
circulate evenly around the food.
If you would like to purchase a drying rack, one may be ordered.
See "Assistance or Service" section to order. Ask for the Drying
Rack Accessory Kit.
The convection fan will operate during the drying procedure.
To Set Drying:
1. Open the oven door slightly. The oven door needs to be
opened slightly to allow moisture to escape from the oven
during the drying process.
2. Place the magnetic door spacer Part Number 8010P146-60
over the plunger switch. The spacer provides a gap between
the oven frame and the oven door to allow moisture to
escape.
A. Magnetic door spacer
3. Gently close the door until the spacer magnet makes contact
with the oven door. The magnet will hold the spacer in the
proper position during the drying process and allows the door
to be opened at any time during drying without losing proper
positioning.
IMPORTANT: If the spacer is not placed correctly, the
convection fan will not operate.
4. Press CONVECT.
5. Press the arrow to scroll to select DRYING.
6. Select a displayed temperature or enter a temperature with
the number pads. Temperatures can be set between 100°F
and 200°F (38°C and 93°C).
7. DRYING and the temperature will be displayed. "PREHEAT"
will be displayed until the programmed temperature is
reached.
8. Press CANCEL when finished drying.
Follow the Drying Guide chart for drying times.
Check foods at minimum times given. Cool foods to room
temperature before testing for doneness.
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DRYING GUIDE CHART
• The length of drying times vary due to water and sugar
content of food, size of food pieces, amount of food being
dried, humidity in the air.
• Check foods at the minimum drying time. Dry longer if
necessary.
• Fruits that turn brown when exposed to air should be
treated with an antioxidant. Try one of the following
methods:
1.
Dip fruit in a mixture of 3 tbs lemon juice per 1 quart of
cool water.
2.
Soak fruit in a solution of 1 tsp ascorbic acid or
commercial antioxidant to 1 quart of cold water.
FOOD VARIETIES BEST FOR PREPARATION APPROX. DRY TEST FOR DONENESS
DRYING TIME AT 140°F AT MINIMUM DRY TIME
FRUIT
Apples* Firm varieties: Graven Wash, peel if desired, core and 4 to 8 Pliable to crisp. Dried
Stein, Granny Smith, slice into V8"(3.0 mm) slices, apples store best when
Jonathan, Winesapp, Rome slightly crisp.
Beauty, Newton
Apricots* Blenheim/Royal most Wash, halve, and remove pits. 18 to 24 Soft and pliable
common. Tilton also good.
Bananas* Firm varieties Peel and cut into 1¼.(6.0 mm) 17 to 24 Pliable to crisp
slices.
• Most fruits and vegetables dry well and retain their color when
dried at 140°F (60°C). Meat and jerky should be dried between
145°F and 150°F (63°C and 65°C). For optimal flavor, dry herbs
at 100°F, (38°C) however, at this lower temperature expect
extended drying times of up to 8 hours.
• Foods may drip during the drying process. After drying high
acid or sugary foods, clean the oven bottom with soap and
water. The porcelain oven finish may discolor if acidic or sugary
food soils are not wiped up prior to high heat or a self-cleaning
cycle.
• More than one rack of food may be dried at the same time.
However, additional drying time is needed.
• Refer to other resources at your local library or call your local
County Extension service for additional information
(60°C) [HOURS]**
Cherries Lambert, Royal Ann, Wash and remove stems. Halve 18 to 24 Pliable and leathery
Napoleon, Van or Bing. and remove pits.
Nectarines and Freestone varieties. Halve and remove pits. Peeling is 24 to 36 Pliable and leathery
Peaches* optional but results in better-
looking dried fruit.
Pears* Bartlett Peel, halve and core. 24 to 36 Soft and pliable
Pineapple Fresh or canned Wash peel and remove thorny Canned: 14 to18 Soft and pliable
eyes. Slice lengthwise and remove Fresh: 12 to 6
the small core. Cut crosswise into
1/2"(12.0 mm) slices.
Orange and Select rough-skinned fruit. Wash well. Thinly peel the outer 1 to 2 Tough to brittle
Lemon peel Do not dry the peel of fruit _/le"to V8"(1.5 mm to 3.0 mm) of
marked "color added." the peel.
VEG ETABLES
Tomatoes Plum, Roma Halve, remove seeds. Place skin 12 to 18 Tough to crisp
side up on rack. Prick skins.
Carrots Danvers Half Long, Do not use carrots with woody 4 to 8 Tough to brittle
Imperator, Red Cored fiber or pithy core. Wash, trim tops
Chantenay and peel if desired. Slice
crosswise of diagonally into
1_,,(6.0 mm) slices. Steam blanch
for 3 min.
Hot Peppers Ancho, Anaheim Wash, halve and seed. Prick skin 4 to 6
several times
Pods should appear
shriveled, dark red and
crisp.
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