Use & Care Guide Guía de uso y cuidada English / Español Model/Modelos: 790.7445* Kenmore Gas Range ® P/N 808530403 Rev E Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.kenmore.com www.sears.
Table of Contents Cooking Recommendations ........................................................................... 9 Before Setting Surface Controls ............................................................... 12 Setting Surface Controls............................................................................. 15 Before Setting Oven Controls ................................................................... 16 Oven Controls ..........................................................................
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 range and be killed. • Verify the anti-tip device has been installed to floor or wall. • Ensure the anti-tip device is re-engaged to floor or wall when the range is moved. • Do not operate the range without the anti-tip device in place and engaged.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS - Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Failure to follow this warning may cause serious injury, fire, or death. - Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an adapter plug, use an extension cord, or remove grounding prong from the power cord. Failure to follow this warning may cause serious injury, fire, or death.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE - When heating fat or grease, APPLIANCE watch it closely. Grease may catch fire if it becomes too hot. - Storage In or On Appliance— Flammable materials should not be stored in - Do not use water or flour on an oven or microwave, near surface burners grease fires. Smother fire or flame or use dry or elements, or in the storage or warmer chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR GAS COOKTOP - Use Proper Flame Size — Adjust flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to flame will also improve efficiency. Know which knob or key controls each surface heating area.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Clean the appliance regularly to keep all Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified parts free of grease that could catch fire. Do technician and an authorized repair service. not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy Know how to disconnect the power to the deposits in the fan could catch fire. appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency.
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 Convection Cooking Convection attributes Convection cooking uses a fan to circulate hot air around the oven and food. It browns food more evenly and reduces hot spots in the oven. Convection saves time when using multiple racks or cooking several food items at once. Convection bake Reduce cooking temperature by 25° F (13-14° C) from the recipe unless the recipe is written for convection baking. Preheat the oven for best results.
Before Setting Surface Controls Check burner cap placement before operating the surface burners Once in place, you may check the fit by gently sliding the burner cap from side to side to be sure it is centered and firmly seated (See Figure 5). When the burner cap lip makes contact inside the center of the burner head you will be able to hear the burner cap click. Please note that the burner cap should NOT move off the center of the burner head when sliding from side to side.
Before Setting Surface Controls Setting Proper Burner Flame Size To install burner grates, place grates flat-side down and align into the cooktop recess. Grates should rest flush against each other and against the sides of the recess (See Figure 6). Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge of the cooking utensil. A higher flame wastes energy, and increases your risk of being burned by the flame. Using proper cookware The color of the flame is the key to proper burner adjustment.
Before Setting Surface Controls Home Canning Canning can generate large amounts of steam. Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to vent steam away from you. Safe canning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed and the jars are sealed completely. When canning in a water bath canner, a gentle but steady boil must be maintained continuously for the required time. Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance.
Setting Surface Controls Setting Surface Burners Your gas appliance may be equipped with different sized surface burners. The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the burner size increases. It is important to select cookware that is suitable for the amount and type of food being prepared. The smaller SIMMER burner (on some models) is best suited for simmering delicate sauces, etc. The standard size burners may be used for most surface cooking needs.
Before Setting Oven Controls Oven vent location The oven vent is located below the control panel (See Figure 10). 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. Do not block oven vent.
Oven Controls 1 3 2 13 4 15 7 5 8 14 16 9 18 17 6 11 10 12 18. Oven Lock - Press and hold for 3 seconds to lock oven door and oven functions. 1. Bake - Selects Bake function. 2. Broil - Selects Broil function. 3. Convec Bake - Use to set convection feature. Minimum and Maximum Control Settings 4. Warm & Hold - Use to keep cooked food warm and at serving temperature for up to 3 hours.
Oven Controls Setting Clock Changing between continuous bake setting or 12-Hour Energy Saving feature When the appliance is first powered up or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupted, 12:00 will flash in the display. Press STOP or Set Clock to stop the flashing and set the clock. The oven control has a factory-preset 12-Hour Energy Saving feature that will turn the oven off automatically if the oven is left on for more than 12 hours.
Oven Controls Setting Timer Operating Oven Light The timer may be set from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes. The oven light will automatically turn on when the oven door is opened. To set the timer Press LIGHT on the control panel to turn the oven light ON or OFF whenever the oven door is closed. The oven light will not operate during a self clean cycle. The oven light is located at the upper left rear wall of the oven interior and is covered with a glass shield held in place by a wire holder.
Oven Controls Setting Bake Baking tips Use the bake function whenever the recipe calls for baking using normal temperatures. A reminder tone will sound when the set bake temperature is reached. Bake may be programmed for any temperature from 170°F to 550°F (77°C to 288°C). The factory preset bake temperature is 350°F (177°C). • Fully preheat the oven before cooking items like cookies, biscuits, and breads. • When using any single rack, position the rack so that the food is in the center of the oven.
Oven Controls Setting Cook Time Setting Delay Start Use Cook Time to set the amount of time needed for baking. The oven will turn on immediately and stop automatically after the set cook time ends. Delay Start allows you to set a delayed starting time to the oven baking or cleaning functions. 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.
Oven Controls Convec Bake To set Convec. Bake with a default oven set temperature of 350°F: Convection functions use a fan to circulate the oven's heat uniformly and continuously around the oven. This improved heat distribution allows for even cooking and browning results. It also gives better baking results when using multiple oven racks at the same time. Heated air flows around the food from all sides, sealing in juices and flavors. Breads and pastry brown more evenly.
Oven Controls Setting Broil To set Broil: Use the broil function to cook meats that require direct exposure to flame heat for optimum browning results. The Broil function is factory preset to broil at Hi. The suggested broil settings are recommendations only. Increase or decrease broiling times or move to a different rack position to suit for doneness. 1. Arrange the oven racks when cool. For optimum browning results, preheat oven for 5 minutes before adding food.
Oven Controls Warm & Hold™ Adjusting oven temperature Warm & Hold will keep cooked foods warm and ready for serving for up to 3 hours after cooking has finished. After 3 hours, Warm & Hold will shut off automatically. Warm & Hold should only be used with foods that are already at serving temperatures. Warm & Hold will maintain the oven temperature at 170°F (77°C). The appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure an accurate baking temperature, known as the User Preference Offset (UPO).
Oven Controls Self Clean • A self cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures (well above normal cooking temperatures), which eliminate soils completely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash you can wipe away afterwards with a damp cloth. The Self Clean function allows you to select three different cleaning times from 2, 3, or 4 hours. A 3-hour cleaning time is best used for normal cleaning; 2-hour time for light soils, and a 4-hour clean time for heavier stubborn soils.
Oven Controls Setting Self Clean Delayed Start Self Clean To set Select Clean to start immediately: To start Delay Start Self Clean: 1. Be sure the oven in empty and all oven racks are removed. Remove all items from the cooktop. Be sure the oven door is completely closed. 1. Be sure the oven is empty and all oven racks are removed. Remove all items from the cooktop. Be sure oven door is completely closed. 2. Press Self Clean. 3:00 appears in the display. 2.
Oven Controls Steam Clean 10. Stand to the side of the range out of the way of escaping vapor when opening the oven door. Steam cleaning works best for spot cleaning and light soils on the oven bottom. Steam clean may also be used before manually cleaning the oven. 11. Wipe oven cavity and bottom. Do not clean oven door gasket (See Figure 20). Do not set the cleaning temperature higher than the temperature listed in these instructions.
Care and Cleaning 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 General Cleaning Cleaning surface burner grates Refer to this chapter for more detailed information about cleaning specific parts of the range. • Clean only after the grates are completely cool. • Before manually cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned off and the range is cool. The range may be hot and can cause burns. Use nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mild abrasive cleanser or clean in the dishwasher.
Care and Cleaning To clean the burner head ignition ports Replacing oven light (some models) Each burner head has a small ignition port located as shown. Should you experience ignition problems it may be that this port hole is partially blocked with soil. With the burner head in place, use a small wire gauge needle or the end of a paper clip to clear the ignition port. Be sure the range is unplugged and all parts are cool before replacing oven light.
Care and Cleaning Removing and replacing the lift-off oven door To avoid possible injury when removing or replacing the oven door, follow the instructions below carefully and always hold the oven door with both hands positioned away from the door hinge area. Oven door hinge locations The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down. To remove the oven door: 1. Open oven door completely (horizontal with floor Figure 23).
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 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 Solution Poor baking results • Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper oven rack position is used. Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate. Allow the oven to preheat to the set temperature before placing food in the oven.
Before You Call Self Clean does not work. • Oven control not set properly. Review the “Self Clean” instructions in Oven Controls chapter on page 25. Soil not completely removed after Self • Clean. • • Self Clean was interrupted. Review the “Self Clean” instructions in Oven Controls chapter on page 25. Excessive spillovers on oven bottom. Remove before starting Self Clean.
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