KitchenAid KSDB900ESS0 Owner’s Manual

THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. Register your range at www.kitchenaid.com. In Canada, register your range at www. kitchenaid.ca.

For future reference, please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These can be found on the label located on the oven frame behind the top right side of the oven door.

Model Number Serial Number

Para una version de estas instrucciones en espa_ol, visite www.kitchenaid.com. Debera tener a mano el nOmero de modelo y de serie, que estan ubicados en el marco del horno, detrAs del lado derecho superior de

la puerta del horno.

Table of Contents

RANGE SAFETY ............................................................................ 2

The Anti-Tip Bracket ................................................................... 3

KEY USAGE TIPS .......................................................................... 5

AquaLift ®Self-Cleaning Technology ........................................... 5

Surface Temperatures ................................................................ 5

Preheating ................................................................................... 5

Surface Burners .......................................................................... 5

FEATURE GUIDE ........................................................................... 6

Electronic Oven Controls ............................................................ 9

COO KTO P.................................................................................... 11

Surface Burners ........................................................................ 11

Surface Grates .......................................................................... 12

Burner Size ................................................................................ 12

Griddle ....................................................................................... 13

Cookware .................................................................................. 13

Home Canning .......................................................................... 14

OVEN ............................................................................................ 15

Aluminum Foil............................................................................ 15

Positioning Racks and Bakeware ............................................. 15

Roll-Out Rack ............................................................................ 16

Oven Vent .................................................................................. 17

Sabbath Mode .......................................................................... 17

Baking and Roasting ................................................................. 17

Broiling ...................................................................................... 18

Convection Cooking ................................................................. 18

Proofing Bread .......................................................................... 18

Cook Time ................................................................................. 18

Meat Probe ................................................................................ 19

Baking Drawer ........................................................................... 19

Oven Light ................................................................................. 19

RANGE CARE .............................................................................. 20

Clean Cycle ............................................................................... 20

General Cleaning ....................................................................... 21

Remove/Replace Drawer .......................................................... 22

PROBLEM SOLVER .................................................................... 23

ACCESSORIES ............................................................................ 25

WAR RANTY ................................................................................. 26

W10722061B

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.

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death,

- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance,

- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch.

• Do not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier,

WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.

Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA. For more information, contact your gas supplier.

If a gas leak is detected, follow the "What to do if you smell gas" instructions.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

The Anti-Tip Bracket

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 the anti-tip bracket fastened down properly.

Tip Over Hazard

A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Verify the anti-tip bracket has been properly installed and engaged per installation instructions.

Re-engage anti-tip bracket if range is moved. Do not operate range without anti-tip bracket installed and engaged.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

To verify the anti-tip bracket is installed and engaged:

Bracket

... nti-Tip

Range Foot

• 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.

• See installation instructions for details.

iMPORTANT

SAFETY[]iNSTRUCTiONS

WARNING: 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.

[] WARNING: NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to

heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the oven.

[] WARNING: NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the

oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the oven and

may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat, causing a fire hazard.

[] 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.

[] 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.

[] Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat Settings -

Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.

[] 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.

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.

[] Proper Installation - The range, when installed, must be

electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National

Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. In Canada, the range

must be electrically grounded in accordance with Canadian Electrical Code. Be sure the range is properly

installed and grounded by a qualified technician.

[] Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing the

appliance.

[] Injuries may result from the misuse of appliance doors

or drawers such as stepping, leaning, or sitting on the doors or drawers.

[] Maintenance - Keep range area clear and free from

combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable

vapors and liquids.

[] Top burner flame size should be adjusted so it does not

extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil.

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. Wipe off all excessive spillage before initiating the cleaning cycle.

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

AquaLift ®Self-Cleaning Technology

( AquaLift

Self-Cleaning

Technology

AquaLift ®Self-Cleaning Technology is a first-of-its-kind cleaning solution designed to minimize the time, temperature and odors that ordinarily come with traditional self-cleaning methods. With AquaLift ®Self-Cleaning Technology, an innovative coating on the

interior of the oven is activated with heat and water to release baked-on soil. To use AquaLift _ Self-Cleaning Technology, simply

wipe out loose debris, pour water into the oven bottom and run the AquaLift ®Self-Cleaning cycle. When the cycle finishes in under 1 hour at a lower temperature than in traditional self-cleaning methods, just wipe out the remaining water and loose debris. See the "Clean Cycle" section for more detailed instructions. For additional information, frequently asked questions and videos on using AquaLift _ Self-Cleaning Technology, visit our website at

http:llwhirlpooleorp.comlaqualift.

Surface Temperatures

When the range is in use, all range surfaces may become hot, such as the knobs and oven door.

Baking Drawer When the oven is in use, the drawer may become hot. Do not store

plastics, cloth, or other items that could melt or burn in the drawer. Oven Vent The oven vent releases hot air and moisture from the oven, and

should not be blocked or covered. Do not set plastics, paper or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent.

Preheating

When beginning a Bake, Convect Bake or Convect Roast cycle, the oven will begin preheating after Start is pressed. The oven will take approximately 12 to 15 minutes to reach 350°F (177°C) with all of the oven racks provided with your oven inside the oven cavity. Higher temperatures will take longer to preheat. The preheat cycle rapidly increases the oven temperature. The actual oven temperature will go above your set temperature to offset the heat lost when your oven door is opened to insert food. This ensures that when you place your food in the oven, the oven will begin at the proper temperature. Insert your food when the preheat tone sounds. Do not open the door during preheat before the tone

sounds.

A. Small C. Medium D. Medium B. X-Large E. Large

Align the gas tube opening in the burner base with the orifice holder on the cooktop and the igniter electrode with the notch in

the burner base.

A. Burner cap B. Gas tube opening C. Burner base

Place the burner caps on the appropriate burner bases.

D. Igniter electrode

E. Orifice holder

Small cap Medium cap Large cap X-Large cap

Burner caps should be level when properly positioned. If burner caps are not properly positioned, surface burners will not light. The burner cap should not rock or wobble when properly aligned.

Surface Burners

The burner bases and caps must be properly positioned before cooking. Your range comes with four sizes of burners and caps. Align the burner bases as shown in the following illustration:

A. Incorrect B. Correct

This manual covers several models. Your model may have some or all of the items listed. Refer to this manual orthe Product Help section of our website at www.kitchenaid.com for more detailed instructions. In Canada, refer to the Product Help Section at

www.kitchenaid.ca.

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.

Bake [ Steam [ Broil

Proof [ Keep

__EASY CONVECT --

Bake [ Broil _ Roast

--BAKING DRAWER-- Bake [ Slow [ Keep

CLOCK/TOOLS Clock

OVENLIGHT

Oven cavity light The oven light is controlled by a keypad on the oven control panel. While the oven door is

Bake

Warm

Cook Warm

Cook [ Delay Time Start

1 2 3 Oven

4 5 6

7 8 9

Clock 0 Timer AquaLift Tools SET/OFF Self Clean

Ught

The Clock can use a 12- or 24-hour cycle. See the "Electronic Oven Control" section.

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "CLOCK" is displayed.

2. Press START to change the time.

3. Press "3" for AM or "6" for PM.

4. Use the number keypad to set the time of day.

5. Press START to save the setting.

closed, press OVEN LIGHT to turn the light on and off. When the oven door is opened, the

oven light will automatically come on.

START

BAKE

Cooking start The Start keypad begins any oven function. If Start is not pressed within 2 minutes after

pressing a keypad, the function is canceled and the time of day is displayed.

Baking and roasting

1. Press BAKE.

2. Set the desired temperature between 170°F and 500°F (75°C and 260°C) using the number keypads. The default temperature is 350°F (180°C).

3. Press START.

4. To change the temperature, repeat steps 2 and 3.

5. Press CANCEL UPPER when finished.

BROIL Broiling

1. Press BROIL.

2. Press the number keypads to set the desired temperature.

3. Press START and allow the oven to preheat for 5 minutes.

4. To change the temperature, repeat steps 2 and 3.

5. Position the cookware in the oven, and then close the door.

6. Press CANCEL UPPER when finished,

KEEP WARM Hold warm

EASY CONVECT Convection BROIL cooking

Food must be at serving temperature before placing it in the warmed oven.

1. Press KEEP WARM.

2, Set the desired temperature between 145°F and 190°F (63_C and 88°C) using the

number keypads. The default temperature is 170°F (75°C).

3. Press START.

4. Press CANCEL UPPER when finished.

1. Press EASY CONVECT BROIL.

2. Press "1" to have the oven automatically convert the temperature and time for convection baking. Press "2" to manually convert the temperature and time.

3. Press the number keypads to set a temperature other than 325°F (177°C) in 5°

increments between 170°F _nd 500°F (77°C and 260°C).

4. Press START.

5. (Optional) Press the number keypads to set a cook time.

6. Press START.

7. To change the temperature, repeat steps 2 and 3.

8. Press CANCEL UPPER when finished.

COOK T1ME

Timed cooking

Timed cooking allows the oven to be set to turn on at acertain time of day,cook for a set

length of time, and/or shut off automatically.

Toset aTimed Cook or a Delayed Timed Cook, see "Cock Time" section.

BAKING

Baking drawer

DRAWER BAKE (on some models)

BAKING Warming drawer DRAWER KEEP

WARM (on some models)

START Oven control 1. Check that the oven is off. (hold 3 sec lockout 2. Press and hold START (hold 3 sec to lock) for 3 seconds,

to lock) 3. A tone will sound, and "Control Locked" will scroll, and then "Locked" will be displayed,

1. Press BAKING DRAWER BAKE,

2. Set the desired temperature between 170°F and 451_F (75°C and 233°C) using the number keypads. The default temperature is 350°F (180°C).

3. Press START.

4, To change the temperature, repeat steps 2 and 3.

5. Press CANCEL LOWER when finished.

Food must be at serving temperature belore placing it in the warmed oven.

1. Press BAKING DRAWER KEEP WARM.

2. Set the desired temperature between 145°F and 1gOlF (63_C and 88_'C) using the number keypads. The default temperature is 170°F (75°C).

3. Press START.

4. Press CANCEL LOWER when finished.

4, Repeat to unlock. No keypads will function with the controls locked. The cooktop

furmtions are not affected by the oven control lockout.

Electronic Oven Controls

Control Display The display will flash when powered up or after a power loss. Press

CANCEL UPPER to clear. When the oven is not in use, the time of day is displayed. If the range is in Energy Save mode, the display

will be blank when not in use.

Tones Tones are audible signals, indicating the following:

One Tone

• Valid keypad press

• Oven is preheated (long tone)

• Function has been entered

• Reminder, repeating each minute after the end-of-cycle tones Three Tones

• Invalid keypad press

Four Tones

• End of cycle Use the Clock/Tools keypad to change the tone settings.

Energy Save The Energy Save mode puts the range into sleep mode and reduces energy consumption.

To Activate the Energy Save Mode:

1. Press and hold CLOCK/TOOLS for 3 seconds. "Energy saver on." will appear in the display.

2. The setting will be activated after 5 minutes.

To Deactivate the Energy Save Mode:

1. Press and hold CLOCK/TOOLS for 3 seconds. "Energy saver off." will appear in the display.

2. The clock will reappear in the display, and the range can be operated as usual.

Fahrenheit and Celsius

The temperature is preset to Fahrenheit, but can be changed to Celsius.

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "TEMP UNIT" is displayed.

2. The current setting will be displayed.

3. Press the "1" keypad to adjust the setting.

4. Press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day.

Audible Tones Disable Turns off all tones, including the end of cycle tone and key press

tones. Reminder tones are still active when all tones are disabled.

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "SOUND" is displayed.

2. The current setting will be displayed.

3. Press the "1" keypad to adjust the setting.

4. Press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day.

Sound Volume Sets the volume of the tone to either high or low.

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "SOUND VOLUME" is displayed.

2. The current setting will be displayed.

3. Press the "1" keypad to adjust the setting.

4. Press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day.

End of Cycle Tone

Activates or turns off the tones that sound at the end of a cycle.

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "END TONE" is displayed.

2. The current setting will be displayed.

3. Press the "1" keypad to adjust the setting.

4. Press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day.

Settings Many features of the oven control can be adjusted to meet your personal needs. These changes are made using the Clock/Tools

keypad. Use the Clock/Tools keypad to scroll through the features that can

be changed. Each press of the Clock/Tools keypad will advance the display to the next setting. After selecting the feature to be changed, the control will prompt you for the required input. Then press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day. Details of all of the feature changes are explained in the following sections.

Press CANCEL UPPER to exit Settings. Clock

The Clock can use a 12- or 24-hour cycle.

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "CLOCK" is displayed.

2. Press START to change the time.

3. Press "3" for AM or "6" for PM.

4. Use the number keypads to set the time of day.

5. Press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day.

Key Press Tones

Activates or turns off the tones when a keypad is pressed.

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "KEYPRESS TONE" is displayed.

2. The current setting will be displayed.

3. Press the "1" keypad to adjust the setting.

4. Press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day.

Reminder Tones Disable

Turns off the short repeating tone that sounds every 1 minute after the end of cycle tones.

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "REMINDER TONE" is displayed.

2. The current setting will be displayed.

3. Press the "1" keypad to adjust the setting.

4. Press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day.

12/24 Hour Clock

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "12/24 HOUR" is displayed.

2. The current setting will be displayed.

3. Press the "1" keypad to adjust the setting.

4. Press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day.

DemoMode IMPORTANT:Thisfeatureisintendedforuseonthesalesfloor with120Vpowerconnectionandpermitsthecontrolfeaturestobe demonstratedwithouttheoventurningon.Ifthisfeatureis

activated,theovenwillnotwork.

1. PressCLOCK/TOOLSuntil"DEMOMODE"isdisplayed.

2. Thecurrentsettingwillbedisplayed.

3. Pressthe"1"keypadtoadjustthesetting.

4. PressSTARTorCANCELUPPERtoexitanddisplaythetime ofday.

SabbathMode TheSabbathModesetstheoventoremainoninabakesetting

untilturnedoff. WhentheSabbathModeisset,onlytheBakecyclewilloperate.

Allothercookingandcleaningcyclesaredisabled.Notoneswill sound,andthedisplayswillnotindicatetemperaturechanges.

Whentheovendoorisopenedorclosed,theovenlightwillnot turnonoroff,andtheheatingelementswillnotturnonoroff immediately.

ToEnableSabbathModeCapability(OneTimeOnly):

1. PressCLOCK/TOOLSuntil"SABBATH"isdisplayed.

2. Thecurrentsettingwillbedisplayed.

3. Pressthe"1"keypadtoadjustthesetting.

4. PressSTARTorCANCELUPPERtoexitanddisplaythetime ofday.

12-HourShutoff Theovencontrolissettoautomaticallyshutofftheoven12hours

aftertheoveninitiatesacookorcleanfunction.Thiswillnot interferewithanytimedordelaycookfunctions.

1. PressCLOCK/TOOLSuntil"12HrAUTO_OFF"isdisplayed.

2. Thecurrentsettingwillbedisplayed.

3. Pressthe"1"keypadtoadjustthesetting.

4. PressSTARTorCANCELUPPERtoexitanddisplaythetime ofday.

Languages-ScrollingDisplayText

LanguageoptionsareEnglish,SpanishandFrench.

1. PressCLOCK/TOOLSuntil"LANGUAGE"isdisplayed.

2. Thecurrentsettingwillbedisplayed.

3. Pressthe"1"or"2"keypadtoselectthedesiredlanguage.

4. PressSTARTorCANCELUPPERtoexitanddisplaythetime ofday.

OvenTemperatureOffsetControl IMPORTANT:Donotuseathermometertomeasureoven

temperature.Elementswillcycleonandoffasneededtoprovide consistenttemperaturebutmayrunslightlyhotorcoolatany pointintimeduetothiscycling.Mostthermometersareslowto reacttotemperaturechangeandwillnotprovideanaccurate readingduetothiscycling.

Theovenprovidesaccuratetemperatures;however,itmaycook fasterorslowerthanyourpreviousoven,sothetemperaturecan beadjustedtopersonalizeitforyourcookingneeds.Itcanbe changedtoFahrenheitorCelsius.

To Adjust Oven Temperature:

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "TEMP CALIB" is displayed.

2. On some models, press "1" to adjust the drawer temperature calibration. Press START, wait 10 seconds for the display to change, and then continue with Step 3.

OR Press START to adjust the oven temperature calibration. Wait

10 seconds for the display to change, and then continue with

Step 3.

3. Press the "3" keypad to increase the temperature in 5°F (3°C) increments, or press the "6" keypad to decrease the temperature in 5°F (3°C) increments. The offset range is from

-30°F to +30°F (-18°C to +18°C).

4. Press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day.

Alignment: Be sure to align the gas tube opening in the burner base with the orifice holder on the cooktop and the igniter

electrode with the notch in the burner base.

--A

Fire Hazard

Do not let the burner flame extend beyond the edge of

the pan. Turn off all controls when not cooking.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death

or fire.

Electric igniters automatically light the surface burners when control knobs are turned to (_.

Before setting a control knob, place filled cookware on the grate. Do not operate a burner using empty cookware or without cookware on the grate.

To Set:

1. Push in and turn knob counterclockwise to _. All surface burners will click. Only the burner with the control

knob turned to _ will produce a flame.

2. Turn knob to anywhere between H (high) and L (low).

may become hot.

I REMEMBER: When range is in use, the entire cooktop area

Power Failure In case of prolonged power failure, the surface burners can be lit

manually. Hold a lit match near a burner, and then turn knob counterclockwise to _. After burner lights, turn knob to desired setting.

Surface Burners

IMPORTANT: Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air around the burner grate edges.

Burner cap: Always keep the burner cap in place when using a surface burner. A clean burner cap will help avoid poor ignition and uneven flames. Always clean the burner cap after a spillover, and routinely remove and clean the caps according to the "General Cleaning" section.

A. Burner cap B. Gas tube opening

C. Burner base

Gas Tube Opening: Gas must flow freely throughout the gas tube opening for the burner to light properly. Keep this area free of soil, and do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents or any other material to enter the gas tube opening. Keep spillovers out of the gas tube opening by always using a burner cap.

D. Igniter electrode

E.Orifice holder

A. 1 to 1½" (2.5 to 3.8 cm) B. Burner ports

Burner Ports: Check burner flames occasionally for proper size and shape as shown in the previous illustration. A good flame is

blue in color, not yellow. Keep this area free of soil, and do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents or any other material to enter the

burner ports.

To Clean: IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and

the cooktop is cool. Do not use oven cleaners, bleach or rust removers. Do not wash in the dishwasher.

1. Remove the burner cap and the burner base and clean according to "General Cleaning" section.

2. Clean the gas tube opening with a damp cloth.

3. Clean clogged burner ports with a straight pin as shown. Do not enlarge or distort the port. Do not use a wooden toothpick. If the burner needs to be adjusted, contact a trained repair specialist.

4. Replacetheburnerbase.Seethefollowingillustrationfor burnerpositions.

A D

B E

A. Small C. Medium D. Medium B.X-Large E. Large

Replace the burner cap, making sure it is properly aligned with the burner base. The burner cap should not rock or wobble when properly aligned.

The surface grates interlock using the hook on one end of the grate and the indent on the other. To remove the grates, lift the rear of the left grate off the hook, and then lift the front of the right grate off the hook and pull apart. To replace the grates, replace the left grate first. Place the front indent of the right grate over the hook of the left grate, and then lift the rear of the left grate and place the indent over the hook on the right grate.

A.Hook B.Indent

Although the burner grates are durable, they will gradually lose their shine and/or discolor due to the high temperatures of the gas

flame.

Burner Size

Select a burner that best fits your cookware. See the following illustration and chart.

A. Incorrect B. Correct

IMPORTANT: The bottom of the small and medium caps are different. Do not put the wrong size burner cap on the burner

base.

Small cap Medium cap

Turn on the burner. If the burner does not light, check cap alignment. If the burner still does not light, turn off the burner.

Do not service the burner yourself. Contact a trained repair specialist.

Su r#ace G rates

The grates must be properly positioned before cooking. In the proper position, the grates should be flush and level. Improper installation of the grates may result in chipping or scratching of the cooktop.

To ensure proper positioning, align bumpers on grate bottom with the indentations in the cooktop.

Large cap X-Large cap

o o

Back of Range

(on some

mode(s)

_" Front of Range

Small

Large • For large cookware

• Low-heat cooking

• Melting chocolate or butter

g 2

A.Bumpers B.Alignment indentations

Griddle

Griddle installed on right side of cooktop

To Use the Griddle:

1. Locate the griddle on the right side grate, as shown. The locating feet on the bottom of the griddle will engage the grate tines to keep the griddle from sliding.

2. Before each use, brush on a thin layer of cooking oil to keep food from sticking. Cooking sprays may leave a sticky residue on the griddle that is hard to remove.

3. Preheat the griddle for 5 minutes. Preheating the griddle slowly will ensure even heat distribution and will avoid warping the griddle.

4. For preheating and cooking, set the front burner to the lowest heat setting and the rear burner to medium-high heat for best performance.

NOTE: The griddle may also be used on the left side grate. For best results, the rear burner setting should be set to Medium- Low or Medium, and the front burner setting should be set to

Low.

Cookware

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-heaw

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 surfaces.

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. Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the

broiler. Check for 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.

To Clean the Griddle:

1. Let the griddle cool, and then empty the drip tray.

2. See the "General Cleaning" section for cleaning instructions.

3. Store griddle in a cool dry place.

Usethefollowingchartasaguideforcookwarematerial characteristics.

Aluminum

Ceramic or Ceramic glass

Heats quickly and evenly. Suitable for all types of cooking. Medium or heavy thickness is best for

most cooking tasks. May leave aluminum residues, which

may be diminished if cleaned immediately after cooking.

• Follow manufacturer's instructions.

• Heats slowly, but unevenly.

• Ideal results on low to medium heat settings.

• May scratch the cooktop.

Use flat-bottomed cookware for best cooking results and energy efficiency. The cookware should be about the same size as the cooking area outlined on the cooktop. Cookware should not extend more than W' (1.3 cm) outside the area.

Home Canning

When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently

used areas to cool.

• Center the canner on the grate above the burner.

• Do not place canner on 2 surface burners at the same time.

• For more information, contact your local agricultural extension office, or refer to published home canning guides. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer

assistance.

Earthenware • Follow manufacturer's instructions.

• Use on low heat settings.

• May scratch the cooktop.

Stainless steel

Heats quickly, but unevenly.

A core or base of aluminum or copper

on stainless steel provides even heating.

Odorsandsmokearenormalwhentheovenisusedthefirstfew timesorwhenitisheavilysoiled.

IMPORTANT:Thehealthofsomebirdsisextremelysensitiveto thefumesgivenoffbytheoven.Exposuretothefumesmayresult indeathtocertainbirds.Alwaysmovebirdstoanotherclosedand

well-ventilatedroom.

Aluminum Foil

IMPORTANT: To avoid permanent damage to the oven bottom finish, do not line the oven bottom with any type of foil or liner.

For best cooking results, do not cover entire oven rack with foil because air must be able to move freely.

Positioning Racks and Bakeware

IMPORTANT: To avoid permanent damage to the porcelain finish, do not place food or bakeware directly on the oven door or bottom.

Bakeware To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2"

(5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Make sure that no bakeware piece is directly over another.

Racks

• Position racks before turning on the oven.

• Do not position racks with bakeware on them.

• Make sure racks are level. To position a rack, pull it out to the stop position, raise the front

edge, and then lift out. Use the following illustration and charts as a guide.

A. Ends of rack in position 3 B. Food in position 2

IMPORTANT: These rack positions are for flat racks. If a Max Capacity Oven Rack is used, the rack position must be adjusted as shown in the previous figure.

Multiple Rack Cooking

2-rack (non-convection): Use rack positions 2 and 5 or 3 and 6. 2-rack (convection): Use rack positions 2 and 5 or 3 and 6.

3-rack (convection): Use rack positions 2 and 7 and a Max Capacity Oven Rack in rack position 5.

Baking Cookies and Layer Cakes on 2 Racks

Baking Layer Cakes For best results when baking cakes on 2 racks, use the Bake

function, a flat rack in rack position 3 and a roll-out rack in rack position 5. Place the cakes on the racks as shown. Keep at least 3"

(7.6 cm) of space between the front of the racks and the front cakes.

The oven has 7 positions for a flat rack, as shown in the previous illustration and the following table.

7 Broiling/searing meats, hamburgers,

steaks

3 or 4 Most baked goods, casseroles, frozen

foods

1 Large roasts or poultry

For hamburger patties to have a well-seared exterior and a rare interior, use a flat rack in rack position 7. Side 1 should cook for approximately 21/2to 3V2minutes. Side 2 should cook for

approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Expect a moderate degree of smoke when broiling.

*If your model has a Max Capacity Oven Rack, the recessed ends

must be placed in the rack position above the desired position of the food. See the following illustration.

Baking Cookies For best results when baking cookies on 2 racks, use the

Convection Bake function, a flat rack in rack position 3 and a roll- out rack in rack position 4.

Roll-Out Rack

The roll-out rack allows easy access to position and remove food in the oven. It is not recommended to use the roll-out rack in the top rack, position 7, or the bottom rack, position 1.

Open Position

A. Rack frame B. Sliding rack

Closed and Engaged Position

Lower the front of the rack assembly, and then gently slide rack assembly into oven, bypassing the "V" cutouts. Push the rack assembly into the oven until it stops at the ladder in the

back of the oven.

A B

C D

A. "V" cutout

B. Rack guides

C. Ladder hook D. Ladder

Reach through the rack to hold the sliding rack and the front crossbar. Lift the front of the rack assembly, and then push the rack assembly to the back of the oven. Lower the front of the rack assembly so the ladder hook engages with the ladder on

both sides of the oven.

A. Rack frame B. Sfiding rack

To Insert Roll-Out Rack

1. Angle the front of the rack assembly up, and then insert the rack frame into the "V" cutout in the rack guides of the oven

cavity.

A B

A. "V" cutout B. Rack guides

Keep rack assembly lifted up at an angle, and then push in to bypass the lower "V" cutout.

A. Sliding rack B. Front crossbar

To Remove Roll-Out Rack

1. Push the sliding rack in completely so that it is in the closed and engaged position.

2. Reach through the rack to hold the sliding rack and the front crossbar. Lift the front of the rack assembly to disengage the

ladder hook from the ladders at the rear of the oven, and then pull the rack assembly forward.

3. Using 2 hands, gently pull the sliding rack and the rack frame at the same time to the "V" cutout. Angle the rack so that the front is higher than the back, and then gently pull rack past "V"

cutout and then out of the oven.

To avoid damage to the sliding rack, do not place more than 25 Ibs (11.4 kg) on the rack.

Do not clean the roll-out rack in a dishwasher. It may remove the rack's lubricant and affect its ability to slide.

See the "General Cleaning" section for more information.

Oven Vent

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.

Sabbath Mode

The Sabbath Mode sets the oven to remain on in a bake setting until turned off.

When the Sabbath Mode is set, only the Bake cycle will operate. All other cooking and cleaning cycles are disabled. No tones will sound, and the displays will not indicate temperature changes.

When the oven door is opened or closed, the oven light will not turn on or off, and the heating elements will not turn on or off immediately.

To Enable Sabbath Mode Capability (One Time Only):

1. Press CLOCK/TOOLS until "SABBATH" is displayed. "OFR Press (1) for On" will scroll in the display.

2. Press the "1" keypad. "ON. Press (1) for Off" will scroll in the display. Sabbath Mode can be activated for baking.

3. Press START or CANCEL UPPER to exit and display the time of day.

NOTE: To disable the Sabbath Mode, repeat steps 1 through 3 to change the status from "SABBATH ON" to "SABBATH OFF."

To Activate Sabbath Mode:

1. Press BAKE for the desired oven.

2. Press the number keypad to set a temperature other than 350°F (177°0).

3. Press START. For timed cooking in Sabbath Mode, press COOK TIME, and

then the number keypads to set the desired cook time.

4. Press CLOCK/TOOLS. Three tones will sound. Then press "7." "SAb" will appear in the display.

To Adjust Temperature (When Sabbath Mode is Running):

1. Press the number keypad as instructed by the scrolling text to select the new temperature.

NOTE: The temperature adjustment will not appear on the display. The scrolling text will be shown on the display as it was before the keypad was pressed.

2. Press START.

Baking and Roasting

Preheating

lost when your oven door is opened to insert food. This ensures that when you place your food in the oven, the oven will begin at the proper temperature. Insert your food when the preheat tone

sounds. Do not open the door during preheat before the tone

sounds.

Oven Temperature

While in use, the oven elements will cycle on and off as needed to

maintain a consistent temperature, but they may run slightly hot or

cool at any point in time due to this cycling. Opening the oven door

while in use will release the hot air and cool the oven which could

impact the cooking time and performance. It is recommended to

use the oven light to monitor cooking progress.

NOTE: On models with convection, the convection fan may run in

the non-convection bake mode to improve oven performance.

Temperature Management System

The Temperature Management System electronically regulates the

oven heat levels during preheat and bake to maintain a precise

temperature range for optimal cooking results. The bake and broil

elements or burners cycle on and off in intervals. On convection

range models, the fan will run while preheating and may be cycled

on and off for short intervals during bake to provide the best

results. This feature is automatically activated when the oven is in

use.

Before baking and roasting, position racks according to

"Positioning Racks and Bakeware" section. When roasting, it is not

necessary to wait for the oven preheat cycle to end before putting

food in unless it is recommended in the recipe.

Steam Bake

The Steam Bake function works in conjunction with the steam rack

to provide additional moisture during baking. The steam rack

contains a water reservoir which heats up and releases steam in to

the oven cavity during the steam bake cycle. There are

3 preprogrammed food options to choose from: Breads, Desserts

and Fish, as well as a Refresh/Reheat option.

For best performance, place the steam rack in the lowest available

rack position in the cavity and pour 1Y2cups (350 mL) of water into

the reservoir. Do not fill past the MAX level indicated on the

reservoir.

After the steam bake cycle is complete, some water may remain in

the reservoir. This is normal. Wait for the oven to cool and discard

the water.

To Deactivate Sabbath Mode: Press CLOCK/TOOLS, and then press "7" to return to regular

baking, or press CANCEL for the desired oven to turn off the range.

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