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VIK
NG
ELECTRIC RANGE
Use & Care Guide
ESTUFA ELECTRICA
Guide d'utilisation
et d'entretie
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2
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Range Features
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6-8
Cooking .............................................
8-9
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10-11
Control
Pad Features
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13-23
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24-27
Adjusting
Your Oven Temperature
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27
Care & Cleaning .........................................
28-31
Before You Call & Cooking Tables .............. 32-34
Sears Canada,
Inc., Toronto,
Ontario, Canada,
M5B 2B8
Visit our website at: http://www.sears.ca
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P/N316257111 (0203)

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ELECTRIC RANGE Warranty ............Use & Care Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..3-4 ESTUFA ELECTRICA Guide d'utilisation et d'entretie Range Features ..........Setting Surface Controls ........ Surface Cooking ..........Before Setting Oven Controls ..... 10-11 Control Pad Features ........Setting Oven Controls ........
  • Page 2: Warranty

    Product Record In this 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. This serial plate is located on the right side of the oven front frame in the storage drawer or lower panel compartment area (see the illustration for the serial plate location).
  • Page 3 important Safety /nstructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please remember these symbols and follow all instructions given. This Symbol will help alert you to situations that may Cause Serious bodily harm, death Or property damage. "Thi s symbol wi!l he!p alert you to Situations...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    important Safety instructions i i_ i i _ii iMPORTANT iNSTRUCTiONS FOR USING • Protective Liners--Do not use aluminum foil to line the oven bottom. Only use aluminum foit as recommended in this YOUR COOKTOP manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk = Know which knob controls each surface heating unit.
  • Page 5 WarmingZone Upswept Design Cook_op Door L Door Latch Oven interior Bake F_ interior Oven Racks e t Piece Door Handle Broil Pan Insert Fuji Width Glass Oven Door Broil Pen with La_e Window Warming Drawer & Handle Ceramic Glass Smeothtep Leveling Legs and Anti-tip Bracket Warming Zone Radiant Sur'taceElement...
  • Page 6 About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop Ceoktop Appearance Cooktopradiantareas that heat The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the glass. The design of the ceramic cooktop outlines the area of the surface element underneath. Make sure the diameter of the pan matches the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop (See Fig 1).
  • Page 7: Setting Surface Controls

    Setting Surface Controls Recommended Surface Cooking Settings RECOMMENDED SETTINGS FOR SINGLE & DUAL SURFACE ELEMENTS Setting Type of Cooking HIGH (HI) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling MEDIUMHIGH Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry MEDIUM Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies, steam vegetables MEDIUM LOW...
  • Page 8 Setting Dual Surface Radiant Element The cooktop is equipped with a dual radiant surface element located at the right front (See Fig. 4) position. You may switch from either setting at any time during cooking (Figs. 2 & 4). To Operate the Dual Surface Element: Place correctly sized cookware on the dual surface element.
  • Page 9 Operating the Warming Zone The purpose of the Warming Zone is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Use the Warming Zone to keep cooked foods hot such as; vegetables, gravies, casseroles, soups, stews, breads, pastries and oven-safe dinner plates. Always start with hot food.
  • Page 10: Before Setting Oven Controls

    Before Setting Oven Controls Arranging the Oven Racks ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when the oven is hot. Oven Vent Location Removing and Replacing Oven Arranging Oven Racks Racks The oven vent is located below the To bake on a singte rack, place the...
  • Page 11 ero,'e Setti,,g O ,,en c ontroi,, r" (Setting Warmer Drawer Controls on some models) Arranging Warming Drawer Rack Positions The rack can be used in 2 ways: In the upright position to allow low profile food items to be placed both under and on top of the rack (for example, rolls or biscuits on top of the rack and a casserole dish underneath).
  • Page 12 READ THE iNSTRUCTiONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various features and functions of the oven as described below. Detailed instructions for each feature and function follow later in this Use & Care Manual. BAKE CONVEC -- ROAST CONVEC -- OVEN LIGHT--...
  • Page 13 .._r_._ ... ffl_ O_3FF TEM_3_ HEUPJE N ET_3YE R _NUrEm rJ_ARRBT J_INULER _ D §_,_ 1 Setting the Clock The CLOCK pad is used to set the clock. The clock may be set for 12 or 24 hour time of day operation. The clock has been preset at the factory for the 12 hour operation.
  • Page 14 Setting Oven Controis Setting Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving The TIMER ON/OFF and CLEAN pads control the Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving features. The oven control has a factory preset built-in 12 Hour Energy Saving feature that will shut off the oven if the oven control is left on for more than 11 hours and 59 minutes.
  • Page 15: Setting Oven Controls

    Setting Oven Controls Setting Oven Lockout Feature The LOCKOUT pad controls the Oven Lockout feature. The Oven Lockout feature automatically locks the oven door and prevents the warmer drawer and ESEC Control from being turned on. It does not disable the clock, Kitchen Timer, Warmer Zone or the interior oven lights.
  • Page 16 'LOCKO_ cLocK BA@IL CUIllIE GI_IL Setting Silent Control Operation The STOP TIME and CLEAN pads control the Silent Control operation feature. The Silent Control operation feature allows the oven control to be operated without sounds or beeps whenever necessary. If desired the control can be programmed for silent operation and later returned to operating with all the normal sounds and beeps.
  • Page 17 Setting Preheat The HEAT pad controls the Preheat feature. The Preheat feature will bring the oven up to temperature and then indicate when to place the food in the oven. Use this feature when recipes call for preheating. Preheating is not necessary when roasting or cooking casseroles.
  • Page 18 Setting Oven Controls _o_'r CONVEC CONVEC CUiP.E ROTIR _c_uT CLOCK BROIL CUIRE GRIL HORLOGE TIM__s_P TME STAKI" _!ii_ O_FF ti 11_MPS _ HEU_ DE_T MINU_IUE _;UIS_N ... Setting Bake The BAKE pad controls normal baking. If preheating is necessary, refer to the HEAT (Preheat) Feature for instructions. The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 550°F (The sample shown below is for 350°F).
  • Page 19 Setting Oven Controls Setting Timed Bake The BAKE and BAKE TIME pads control the Timed Bake feature. The automatic timer of the Timed Baked feature will turn the oven off at the time you select in advance. INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY To program the oven to begin baking immediately...
  • Page 20 Setting Oven Controls Setting Delayed Time Bake The BAKE, BAKE TiME and STOP TIME pads control the Delayed Time Bake feature. The automatic timer of the Delayed Time Bake will turn the oven on arid off at the time you select in advance. iNSTRUCTiONS PRESS DISPLAY...
  • Page 21 Setting Broil (for Electric Ranges) The BROIL pad controls the Broil feature. When broiling, heat radiates downward from the oven broiler element for even coverage. The Broil feature is preset to start broiling at 550°F however, the Broil feature temperature may be set between 400°F and 550°F.
  • Page 22 set go nco,', Setting Convection Roast The ROAST CONVEC pad feature is used when cooking with meat. This pad has been designed to give optimum cook performance for roasting meats. The ROAST CONVEC pad combines a cook cycle with the convection fan and element to roast meats and poultry. Preheating is not necessary for meats and poultry.
  • Page 23 Setting Convection Bake Benefits of Convection Bake: The BAKE CONVEC pad controls --Some foods cook up to 30% faster, the Convection Bake feature. Use circulation saving time and energy. the Convection Bake feature when during --Multiple rack baking. Convection cooking speed is desired. The oven Bake can be programmed for Convection --No special pans or bakeware...
  • Page 24 Preparing for the Self-Clean Cycle A self-cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures which eliminate soil completely or reduce it to a fine powdered ash you can wipe away with a damp cloth. These temperatures are well above normal cooking temperatures. Adhere to the following cleaning precautions: •...
  • Page 25 To Start Self-Clean Cycle The CLEAN pad controls the Self-Cleaning feature. If you are planning to use the oven directly after a self-clean cycle remember to allow time for the oven to cool down and the oven door to unlock. This normally takes about one hour. So to self-clean for 3 hours will actually take about 4 hours to complete.
  • Page 26 To Start Delayed Self-Clean Cycle The CLEAN, STOP TiME pads and length of clean cycle, controls the Delayed Self-Clean operation. The automatic timer will turn the oven on and off at the time you select in advance. Be sure to review TO START THE SELF-CLEAN CYCLE for recommended clean times.
  • Page 27: Self Cleaning

    To Start Delayed Self-Clean Cycle (cont'd) iNSTRUCTiONS PRESS DISPLAY Stopping or interrupting a Self-Cleaning Cycle If it becomes necessary to stop or interrupt a self-cleaning cycle due to excessive smoke or fire in the oven: 1. Press CANCEL. CANCEL Once the oven has cooled down for approximately I HOUR and Figure2-1 the "DOOR LOCKED"...
  • Page 28 Surfaces to Clean Aluminum & Vinyl Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth. Painted and Plastic For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30 to 60 minutes. Control Knobs, Body Parts, and Decorative Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.
  • Page 29 Cooktop Cleaning Maintenance Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop. Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply the recommended "Cerama Brite Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner" to the ceramic surface. Buff with a non-abrasive cloth or pad. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. The special cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions.
  • Page 30: Care & Cleaning

    Cleaning Recommendations for the Ceramic Glass Cooktop (cont'd) Do not use the following on the ceramic glass cooktop: • Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads, such as metal and some nylon pads, They may scratch the cooktop, making it more difficult to clean, •...
  • Page 31 i i i _ ii I ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii iii Removing and Replacing the Warming Drawer To Remove Warming Drawer: Turn power off before removing the Warmer Drawer. Open the drawer to the fully opened position.
  • Page 32: Service

    Solutions to Common Problems Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION OCCURRENCE Poor installation.
  • Page 33 Berore Yo.CaH Solutions to Comrnon Problems OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE_OLUTION This oven is equipped with a state of the art electronic oven controller, Among the many Oven electronic control beeps and displays "F1, F2, F3, or F9." features is a full time oven circuit diagnostics system, The controller constantly monitors the internal circuitry as welt as several crucial oven circuits to insure they are all operating correctly.
  • Page 34 rTables Foods ROAST CONVEC Foods for BAKE CONVEC *Decrease *Decrease normal cook time by: normal cook time by: 15-25 % Frozen foods, pies, Meats 15-30 % pastries and pizza Poultry (unstuffed) 20-30 % Refrigerator cookies 15-35 % Begin with the maximum reduction in Refrigerator biscuits 15-30 %...
  • Page 36 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1=800-4=MY-HOME® Anytime, dayornight (1 =800=469=4663) (U.S.A.and Canada) For repair of carry-inproducts likevacuums,lawnequipment, and electronica, c allfor the location of yournearest Sears Parts and Repair Center.

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