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Use & Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado English / Español Model/Modelo: 790.4252*, 790.4250* Kenmore ® Electric Range Estufa Eléctrica * = color number, número de color P/N 139901300 Rev. A Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Read all instructions before using this appli- Tip Over Hazard ance. • A child or adult can tip the This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Pay attention to appliance and be killed.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Do not store items of interest to Stepping, leaning, or sitting on children in the cabinets above a range or on the door or drawers of a range can result in the backguard of the range.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. • Do not attempt to operate the range • Placement of oven racks - Always place during a power failure. If the power fails, oven racks in desired location while oven always turn off the range.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. • Utensil handles should be turned inward IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ON COOKTOPS WITH and not extend over adjacent surface COIL ELEMENTS elements. To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and rotective liners —...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS SELF-CLEANING OVENS Avoid fire hazard or electrical • Clean only the parts listed in this manual. shock. Failure to follow this warning may Before using self-clean, remove the broiler cause serious injury, fire, or death.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. PRODUCT RECORD In the space below, record the date of purchase, model and serial number of your product. You will find the model and serial number printed on an identification plate. Figure 1 for serial plate location.
Before Setting Surface Controls Using proper cookware Cookware Material Types The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat The size and type of cookware is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The used will influence the radiant ele- most popular materials available are: ment power level setting needed Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor.
Before Setting Surface Controls Home Canning Element On and Hot Surface Indicator Lights Canning can generate large amounts of steam. Your appliance is equipped with two different types of surface Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to control indicator lights that will glow on the control panel—...
Setting Surface Controls Surface element settings Place correctly sized cookware on surface element. 2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction Surface elements may appear to have cooled to the desired setting (see Figure after they have been turned off. The surface element may still be hot and burns may occur if the surface element is touched 3.
Before Setting Oven Controls Oven vent location Type of oven racks The oven vent is located under the control panel (see Figure flat handle oven rack 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.
Oven Controls LIGHT - Use to turn internal oven light on and off. 14. Warm & Hold - Use to keep cooked food warm and at serving temperature for up to 3 hours. 2. CLOCK - Use with arrow keys to set time of day. 15.
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Oven Controls Setting the Clock Changing Temperature Display (ºF or ºC) º When the appliance is first powered up or when the power sup- The electronic oven control is set to display Fahrenheit ( F) when ply to the appliance has been interrupted, 12:00 will flash in the shipped from the factory.
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Oven Controls Setting Timer Changing Between Continuous Bake Setting and 12-Hour Energy Saving Feature The timer may be set from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes. The oven control has a factory-preset 12-Hour Energy Saving To set the timer: feature that will turn the oven off automatically if the oven is left Press Timer ON/OFF.
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Oven Controls Setting Bake Baking tips: • Fully preheat the oven before cooking items like cookies, Use the bake function whenever the recipe calls for baking using biscuits and breads. normal temperatures. A reminder tone will sound when the set bake temperature is reached.
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Oven Controls Setting Cook Time Setting Delay Start Use Cook Time to set the amount of time needed for baking. The Delay Start allows you to set a delayed starting time to the oven oven will turn on immediately and stop automatically after the baking or cleaning functions.
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Oven Controls Setting Broil Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven. When cooking the oven interior, oven racks and Use the Broil function to cook meats that require direct exposure cooktop will become very hot which can cause burns. to heat for optimum browning results.
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Oven Controls Warm & Hold™ Adjusting Oven Temperature Warm & Hold will keep cooked foods warm and ready for Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure serving for up to three hours after cooking has finished. After an accurate baking temperature.
Oven Controls Self Clean • Remove any excessive spills. Any spills on the oven bottom should be wiped up and removed before starting a self A self cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures well clean cycle. To clean use hot, soapy water and a cloth. above normal cooking temperatures, which eliminate soils com- Large spills can cause heavy smoke or fire when subjected pletely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash.
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Oven Controls Setting Self Clean 4. Press and hold to scroll to the time desired to start To set Select Clean to start immediately: the self clean cycle. and release arrow key when the desired start time is displayed. Be sure the oven in empty and all oven racks are removed. Remove all items from the cooktop.
Care and Cleaning Table 4: Cleaning Recommendations Surface Type Recommendation Aluminum and Vinyl • Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth. Painted and Plastic Control Knobs • Use a soft cloth and clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of Painted body parts vinegar and water.
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Care and Cleaning Table 4: Cleaning Recommendations Surface elements and drip bowls • Do not use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop. See “Coil Cooktop Surface elements and Drip Bowls Cleaning” page Oven door • Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top, sides, and front of the oven door. Rinse well.
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Care and Cleaning General Cleaning Models with Coil Surface Elements Table 4 for more detailed information about cleaning To raise the top for cleaning: specific parts of the range. 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.
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Care and Cleaning Coil Cooktop Surface elements and Drip Bowls Cleaning Cleaning Drip Bowls Surface elements may be unplugged and removed to make Wash in hot, soapy water or in the dishwasher. Rinse and dry cleaning the drip pans easier. The surface elements clean them- while still warm.
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Care and Cleaning Removing and Replacing the Oven Door Oven door The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down. hinge locations To remove the oven door: Open oven door completely, horizontal with floor (see Figure 16).
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Care and Cleaning Replacing the Oven Light Be sure the oven is unplugged and all parts are cool before replacing oven light. The interior oven light is located at the rear of the oven cavity (see Figure 20). To replace the oven interior light bulb: Important note: Use a paper towel or cotton glove while handling the new bulb when installing.
Before You Call Oven Baking For best cooking results, heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies or pastries, etc. There is no need to preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles. The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance. Baking Problems and Solutions Baking Problems Causes...
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 effect baking results. Use proper oven rack position. Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate.
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Before You Call Flames inside oven or smoking from • Excessive spills in oven. Grease or food spilled onto oven bottom or oven cavity. Wipe oven vent up excessive spills before starting oven. If flames or excessive smoke are present when using broil, see “Self Clean”...