Kenmore 721.7603 series Use & Care Manual page 18

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Do not block, touch or place items around the oven vent during cooking.
The oven is vented through ducts at the center above the burner grate. Do not block the oven vent when cooking to
allow for proper airflow. Do not touch vent openings or nearby surfaces while cooking.
CAuTION
y DO nOT place plastic or flammable items on the cooktop—they may melt or ignite if left too close to the
vent.
y DO nOT place closed containers on the cooktop. The pressure in closed containers may increase, which
may cause them to burst.
y Metal items will become very hot if they are left on the cooktop, and could cause burns.
y Handles of pots and pans on the cooktop may become hot if left too close to the vent.
Do not cover the racks or oven bottom with aluminum foil.
you may see condensation on the oven door glass as the oven heats up.
These water drops are harmless and will evaporate as the oven continues to heat up.
In case of power failure, do not use the oven.
The oven and broiler cannot be used during a power outage. If the oven is in use when a power failure occurs, the
oven burner shuts off and cannot be re-lit until power is restored. Once power is restored, you will need to restart the
oven or broil function.
CAuTION
DO nOT attempt to operate the electric ignition during an electrical power failure.