Use & Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado English / Español Model/Modelo: 790.4041* Kenmore Gas Built-In Oven ® Horno de pared * = color number, número de color P/N A00327504 Rev. C Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.kenmore.com www.sears.
Table of Contents Cooking Recommendations ........................................................................... 9 Before setting oven controls ...................................................................... 12 Oven vent location ...................................................................................12 Oven Control Features ............................................................................... 13 Care and Cleaning ............................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. Do not attempt to install or operate your appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION statement based on the risk type.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION Tip Over Hazard • A child or adult can tip the oven and be killed. • Install the anti-tip device to oven and/or structure per installation instructions. • Ensure the anti-tip device is re-engaged when the oven is moved. • Do not operate the oven without the anti-tip device in place and engaged.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the only properly installed and grounded by a available outlet, it is the personal responsiqualified technician. In the United States, bility of the consumer to have it replaced install in accordance with the National Fuel with a properly grounded 3-prong wall Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NPFA No.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE APPLIANCE - Do not use oven or warmer drawer (if equipped) for storage. - Storage In or On Appliance— Flammable materials should not be stored in - Never use your appliance as a an oven or microwave, near surface burners space heater to heat or warm the room. or elements, or in the storage or warmer Doing so may result in carbon monoxide drawer (if equipped).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Do not use a broiler pan without its insert. - Do not attempt to operate the Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat to appliance during a power failure. If the drain away from the high heat of the broiler. power fails, always turn off the appliance. If Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum the appliance is not turned off and the power foil; exposed fat and grease could ignite.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Do not touch a hot oven light bulb with a IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SELF damp cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to CLEANING OVENS break. Handle halogen lights (if equipped) Do not clean the oven door gasket. The door with paper towels or soft gloves. Disconnect gasket is essential for a good seal.
Cooking Recommendations Bakeware The material of bakeware affects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food. Material Attributes Recommendation Shiny metal bakeware Shiny, aluminum, and non-coated bakeware is the best for even heating. It is suitable for all baked goods. Recommended cooking temperatures and times are based on shiny metal bakeware. Dark metal bakeware Dark bakeware cooks hotter than shiny bakeware.
Cooking Recommendations Cooking Conditions Conditions in your kitchen can affect the performance of your appliance when cooking food. Condition Aging cookware Attributes Recommendation As pans age and become discolored, cooking times may need to be reduced slightly. If food is too dark or overcooked, use the minimum cook time in the recipe or packaging. If food is too light or undercooked, use the middle to maximum cook time in the recipe or packaging.
Cooking Recommendations Cooking Tips Broiling / Roasting Broiling pan For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with a broil pan insert designed to drain the fat from the food, help avoid spatter, and reduce smoking. The broiler pan will catch grease spills, and the insert helps prevent grease splatters. If a broiler pan and insert are not supplied with this appliance, they may be purchased by calling Sears 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-4663) and order broil pan kit 5304442087.
Before setting oven controls Oven vent location Type of oven racks The oven vent is located under the left side of the control panel (Figure 2). When the oven is on, warm air passes through this vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. Steam or moisture may appear near the oven vent, this is normal. Do not block oven vent. flat oven rack Figure 2: Oven vent Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven.
Oven Control Features Oven Control Features 1 2 3 4 5 9 6 10 11 12 13 7 8 1. 13. Start Time - Use with Cook Time to program a delayed starting time for baking or self clean. Oven Light - Use the light symbol to turn on the oven internal oven light when checking on food. The oven light turns on automatically when the door is open. Do not leave oven light on during baking.
Oven Control Features Setting the Clock Operating oven light When the appliance is first plugged in or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupted, the display will flash 12:00. It is recommended to always set the clock for the correct time of day before using the appliance. (The interior oven light will automatically turn on when the oven door is opened.
Oven Control Features Setting Bake To set Bake: The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 550°F (77°C to 288°C). The factory preset automatic bake temperature is 350°F (177°C). 1. 2. Within 5 seconds, press or . The display will show 350°F (177°C). The temperature can then be adjusted in 5°F (1°C) increments. Baking Tips 3. When a key is released, the oven will begin heating to the selected temperature.
Oven Control Features Setting Cook Time Setting Start Time Cook time is used when a recipe calls for a specific temperature and cook time. Following the recipe’s suggested cook time can help ensure the best possible results. The oven will turn on immediately and stop automatically after the set cook time ends. Start Time sets a delayed starting time to oven cooking or cleaning functions. Prior to setting a delay start, be sure the time of day is set correctly.
Oven Control Features Setting Broil To set broil Broiling is direct heat cooking and will produce some smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from the element. Watch food to prevent burning. 1. 2. Press broil. — — will appear in display. 3. Press for HI broil or for LO broil. Most foods may be broiled at the HI broil setting. Select the LO broil setting to avoid excess browning or drying of foods that should be cooked to the well-done stage.
Oven Control Features Table 2: Broil recommendations: Based on 10 minute preheat in Broil Food item Rack Position Temp Internal Cook time in minutes Temperatur 1st side 2nd side e Doneness Steak 1” thick 5 HI 8:00 8:00 135°F (57°C) Rare** Steak 1” thick 5 HI 9:00 9:00 145ºF (63ºC) Medium-well Steak 1” thick 5 HI 10:00 10:00 170°F (77ºC) Well Pork Chops 3/4 “thick 4 HI 13:00 11:00 170°F (77ºC) Well Chicken - Bone In 4 HI 30:00 30:00 170°F (77ºC) Well Chicken Boneless
Oven Control Features Self Clean Important note: A self cleaning oven cleans with very high temperatures well above normal cooking temperatures. The high temperature eliminates soils completely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash you can wipe away afterwards with a damp cloth. Completely remove all oven racks and any accessories from oven cavity to avoid damage to oven racks. If the oven racks are not removed they may discolor.
Oven Control Features To set self clean: Setting Delay Start Self Clean 1. To start a delay Self Clean with default clean time of 3 hours and a start time of 9:00 o’clock: Be sure the oven is empty. Removing oven racks is recommended. 2. Press Self Clean and press for 3 hour clean time. Press for 2 hour clean time. Release the key. 1. 3. Self Clean will start after the oven door locks. 2. Press Delay Start. Press until 9:00 appears in the display.
Oven Control Features Adjusting Oven Temperatures Important note: Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure accurate baking temperatures. For the first few uses, follow your recipe times and temperature recommendations carefully. If you think the oven is cooking too hot or too cool for your recipe times, you may adjust the control so the oven cooks hotter or cooler than the oven temperature displayed.
Care and Cleaning Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the difficulty of major cleaning later. • Before cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned off and the appliance is cool. • If ammonia or appliance cleaners are used, they must be removed and the appliance must be thoroughly rinsed before operating. Follow manufacturer's instructions and provide adequate ventilation.
Care and Cleaning Surface or Area Oven door Cleaning Recommendation Use mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water to clean the top, sides, and front of the oven door. Rinse well. Glass cleaner may be used on the outside glass of the door. Ceramic smoothtop cleaner or polish may be used on the interior door glass. Do not immerse the door in water. Do not spray or allow water or cleaners to enter the door vents.
Care and Cleaning Removing and Replacing the Oven Door Oven door hinge locations To remove oven door: The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down. 1. Open oven door completely, horizontal with floor (See Figure 10). 2. Pull the door hinge locks on both left and right door hinges down from the oven frame completely towards the oven door (See Figure 11). A tool such as a small flat-blade screwdriver may be required.
Before You Call Oven Baking For best cooking results, heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, pastries, et cetera. There is no need to preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles. The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance. Baking Problems and Solutions Baking Problems Causes Cookies and biscuits burn on • the bottom. Cookies and biscuits put into oven before the preheating time is completed.
Before You Call Before You Call Solutions to Common Problems: Before you call for service, review the following list. It may save you time and expense. Possible solutions are provided with the problem listed. Problem Cause / Solution Entire appliance does not operate. Appliance not connected. Make sure power cord is plugged properly into outlet. Check your fuse box or breaker box to make sure the circuit is active. Electrical power outage. Check house lights to be sure.
Before You Call Problem Cause / Solution Oven portion of appliance does not operate. Make sure the valve on the regulator is OPEN. If the valve is closed the oven will not operate; the illustration shows the valve in the closed position and the open position. See installation instructions for further information. CLOSED OPEN The time of day is not set. The clock must be set in order to operate the oven. See “Setting the Clock” on page 14.
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