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Electric Range
Estufa el4ctrica
Model/Modelo
790.99613
Sears Brands
Management
Corporation,
Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
P/N 318200716 Rev. A (1201 )

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  • Page 1 ® Electric Range Estufa el4ctrica Model/Modelo 790.99613 Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com P/N 318200716 Rev. A (1201 )

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Range Warranty ............... Setting the Oven Controls ........15=32 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...... 3-5 Self-Cleaning ............. 33-36 Serial Plate Location ............Adjusting the Oven Temperature ......... Product Record ..............Porcelain Enamel Oven Cleaning ......... Surface Cooking ............Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning and Maintenance38-39 Range Features ..............

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    important Safety instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. This manual contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages. The safety symbol _ calls your attention to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.
  • Page 4 important Safety instructions shock or fire or short circuit. • Do not use water or flour on grease fires--Smother the fire with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry • Glazed cooking utensils--Only certain types of chemical or foam=type extinguisher. glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other •...

  • Page 5: Serial Plate Location

    important Safety instructions iMPORTANT iNSTRUCTiONS FOR CLEANING ,, Do not clean door gasket--The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to YOUR RANGE rub, damage or move the gasket. • Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of ,, Remove oven racks.

  • Page 6: Surface Cooking

    Surface Cooking CORRECT INCORRECT Use Proper Cookware Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element. Check for flatness 1" o Curved and warped pan by rotating a ruler across the • Flat bottom and straight sides. bottom of the cookware (See Figure 1).

  • Page 7: Surface Cooking

    Surface Cooking Specialty Pans & Trivets Woks with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are available in most cookshop or hardware stores. DO NOT use two elements (if the cooktop is not equipped with bridge element) to heat one large pan such as a roaster or griddle, or allow cooking utensils to boil dry.

  • Page 8: Range Features

    Range features Surface Electronic Oven Controls Control Knobs Side Oven Thermostat Broil Element Convection ii!iiiiii!ii_ Element Cover i_,ii}}}] iiiii!!_ iiiiil Oven Light Searing Self-Cleaning G rill Oven Grid Broil Pan Adjustable Adjustable Oven Oven Rack (1) Racks (3) Door Side Handle Oven Glass Front...

  • Page 9: Setting Surface Controls

    Setting Surface Controls About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop 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 Figure 1).
  • Page 10 Setting Surface Controls Operating Single Radiant Surface Elements The cooktop has single radiant surface elements at location as shown on figure 2. To Operate the Single Surface Elements Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface element. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction to the desired setting (Figure 1).

  • Page 11: Setting Surface Controls

    Setting Surface Controls Operating the Bridge Surface Radiant Element Front The range is equipped with a "BRIDGE" surface element located at the Front Element + Bridge left front and middle (See Figure 6) positions. The Bridge can be used r==i when cooking with rectangular (like a griddle) or oval shaped cookware.

  • Page 12: Before Setting Oven Controls

    Controls Before Setting the Oven Oven Vent(s) and Racks Oven Vent Locations Arranging Oven Racks Each oven has its own vent located on the The smaller oven has one oven rack and the larger oven has three oven racks. ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN top, near each side and towards the back of the cooktop.

  • Page 13: Setting Side Oven Control

    Setting Side Oven Control Bake Left Oven Temperature Control Knob Arrange oven racks while the oven is still cool. Turn the Temperature Control Knob to the desired oven temperature. When the oven is first turned on, the oven indicator light above the Temperature Control Knob will glow.

  • Page 14: Control Pad Features

    Control Pad Features 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 &...
  • Page 15 Setting Oven Controls Setting the Clock The _ 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, When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted, the timer in the display will flash with "PF"...
  • Page 16 Setting Oven Controls Setting Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving The TIMER _ and FLEX 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 17 Setting Oven Controls Consumer Defined Control Note: The Consumer Defined Control features are adjustments to the control that will not affect cooking results. These include the Oven Lockout, Temperature Display and Silent Control Operation features Setting Oven Lockout Feature The _) pad controls the Oven Lockout feature.
  • Page 18 Setting Oven Controls Consumer Defined Control Features Setting Temperature Display = Fahrenheit or Celsius _ Broil The BROIL ....>"and FLEX CLEAN pads control the Fahrenheit or Celsius temperature display modes. The oven control can be programmed to display temperatures in Fahrenheit or Celsius. The oven has been preset at the factory to display in Fahrenheit.
  • Page 19 Setting Oven Controls Setting Preheat The PREHEAT _ 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 20 Setting Oven Controls Setting Bake The BAKE '-..pad controls normal baking, if preheating is necessary, refer to the 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 21 Setting Oven Controls Oven Baking For best cooking results, pre-heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies or pastries, etc. The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance. If you feel your oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust its temperature. Refer to the "Adjusting oven temperature"...
  • Page 22 Setting Oven Controls Setting Convection Bake circulation The CONVECTION BAKE %._k_,pad controls the Convection Bake feature. Use during the Convection Bake feature when cooking speed is desired. The oven can be Convection programmed for Convection baking at any temperature between 170°F (77°C) to Bake 550°F (288°C).
  • Page 23 Setting Oven Controls Setting Convection Roast This method of cooking enables you to obtain the best results when roasting• The oven can be programmed to convection roast at any temperature from 170°F to 550°F (77°C to 288°C). Remember to use tested recipes with times adjusted for convection roasting when using the convection mode.
  • Page 24 Setting Oven Controls Setting the Slow Cook Feature The _ SLOW COOK pad is used to activate this feature. The Slow Cook feature may be used to cook foods more slowly, at lower oven temperatures and provides cooking results much the same way as a Slow Cooker or Crock-Pot. The Slow Cook feature is ideal for roasting beef, pork &...
  • Page 25 Setting Oven Controls Setting Timed Bake, Timed Convection Bake or Timed Convection Roast Timed Oven J" The BAKE ....or CONVECTION BAKE _,_,ak_j or CONVECTION ROAST _,Ro_s_ and OVEN COOKTIME pads control the Timed Bake feature. The automatic timer of the Timed Bake feature will turn the oven OFF after cooking for the desired amount of time you selected.
  • Page 26 Setting Oven Controls Setting Delayed Timed Bake or Delayed Timed Convection Bake Timed Oven Bake } The BAKE ", .._'or CONVECTION BAKE "_,_k_/OVEN COOKTIME and DELAY START pads control the Delayed Time Bake feature. The automatic timer of the Delayed Time Bake will turn the oven on and off at the time you select in advance.
  • Page 27 Setting Oven Controls Setting the Food Categories Feature The CAKES _ BREADS pads in the Food Categories feature are used when cooking certain food items, These pads have been designed to give optimum cook performance for the foods selected in each category, The CAKES pad provides a preheat with a gentle cycling of heat giving cakes more volume and allowing delicate foods to cook more evenly.
  • Page 28 Setting Oven Controls Setting the Warm & Hold Feature The Warm & Hold _ pad turns ON the Warm & Hold feature and will maintain an oven temperature of 170°F (77°C). The Warm & Hold feature will keep oven baked foods warm for serving up to 3 hours after cooking has finished. After 3 hours the Warm &...
  • Page 29 Setting Oven Controls Broiling Information Broil Stop Broiling is a method of cooking tender cuts of meat by direct heat from the broil element of the oven. Meats are placed on the broiling rack and the rack is placed under the broiling element. See the broiling instructions for main oven in the Setting Oven Controls section.
  • Page 30 Setting Oven Controls Setting Broil Bro=l The ', ,,,_' pad controls the Broil feature. When broiling, heat radiates downward from the oven broiler for even coverage. The Broil feature temperature may be set between 400°F and 550°F. This appliance includes a Searing Grill for searing meats (Figure 6).
  • Page 31 Setting Oven Controls To Set the Sabbath Feature (for use on the Jewish Sabbath & Holidays) Timed Oven The _ COOK TIME and _ DELAY START pads are used to set the Sabbath feature. The Sabbath feature may _I Bske only be used with the .....
  • Page 32 Setting Oven Controls To Set the Sabbath Feature (for use on the Jewish Sabbath & Holidays) (continued) Should you experience a power failure or interruption, the oven will shut off. When power is returned the oven will not turn back on automatically. You should remove the food when the power failure occurs, because you may only start the oven once during the Sabbath/Jewish Holidays.

  • Page 33: Self-Cleaning

    Self-Cleaning During the Self- Cleaning cycle, the outside of the range can become very hot to the touch. DO NOT leave small children unattended near the appliance. The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the Self- Cleaning cycle of any range.
  • Page 34 Self=Cleaning What to Expect during Cleaning To avoid possible While the oven is in operation, the oven heats to temperatures much higher than those burns use care when opening the used in normal cooking. Sounds of metal expansion and contraction are normal. Odor oven door after the Self-Cleaning is also normal as the food soil is being removed.
  • Page 35 Self=Cleaning To Start the delayed Self-Clean Cycle The FLEX CLEAN _, DELAY START _ 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 36: Adjusting The Oven Temperature

    Self=Cleaning 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 @. Once the oven has cooled down for approximately 1 HOUR and Figure 1 the "DOOR LOCKED'"...

  • Page 37: Porcelain Enamel Oven Cleaning

    Porcelain Enamel Oven Cleaning (SideOven) Porcelain has a smooth finish and is a type of glass fused to metal. Oven Adhere to the following cleaning cleaners can be used on all interior oven surfaces. precautions: • Allow the oven to cool before General Cleaning cleaning.
  • Page 38 Ceramic Glass 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 Cleaning Creme to the ceramic surface. Clean and buff with a non abrasive cloth or pad.

  • Page 39: Care And Cleaning Of Stainless Steel

    Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance 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 40: General Cleaning & Maintenance

    General Cleaning & Maintenance Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range is COOL. REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANINGS NOW WILL REDUCE THE EXTENT AND DIFFICULTY OF MAJOR CLEANING LATER.

  • Page 41: General Cleaning & Maintenance

    General Cleaning & Maintenance Pull up with finger Storage Drawer Use the storage drawer for storing cooking utensils.The drawer can be removed to facilitate cleaning under the range. Use care when handling the drawer. To Remove Storage Drawer: Open the drawer to the fully opened position. Locate the glide lever on each side of drawer;...

  • Page 42: Before You Call

    Before You Call 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. OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE-CAUSE/SOLUTION Range is not level.

  • Page 43: Before You Call

    Before You Call Solutions To Common Problems OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION Poor baking results. Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper rack position is used. Center food in the oven and space pans to allow airto circulate. Allow the oven to preheat to the set temperature before placing food in the oven.Try adjusting the recipe recommended temperature or baking time.

  • Page 44: Protection Agreements

    Protection Agreements Master Protection Agreements Acuerdos maestros de proteccibn Enhorabuena por haber hecho una compra inteligente. Su nuevo producto Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore®esta diseSado y fabricado para brindarle aSos de funcionamiento Kenmoree_product is designed and manufactured for years of liable.

  • Page 45: Notes

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  • Page 46: Sears Service

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