629.42865 629.42869 Caution: Read ar_ Follow All Safety Rules and OperalJngInstructions Before First Use of This Product. Sears, Roebuckand Co., Hoflman Estates, IL60179 U.S.A Prlrrled In U.S.A. Kenmore ELECTRIC COOKTOPS WITH GRILL Safety Instructions ...2-3 Operation Coil Cookl:op ...9 Cooktop Cartridges ...8...
13. CAUTION -- Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above cooktop - children climbing on the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured. 14. Do not soak orimmerse removable heating elements in water.
Self-draining griddle many favorite foods easier to fix. Family-sized you cook several hamburgers, or grilled wiches at a time. non-stick finish. Optional Cooktop Cartridges Conventional Coil Rated for 240 volts 629.42019-Black 629.42015-White makes surface lets pancakes, sand- Has a black...
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OUT FILTER. Filter should always be placed at an angle. As you face the front of the cooktop, the top of the filter should rest against the right side of the vent opening bottom of the filter should rest against the left side of the ventilation chamber near the bottom.
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Make sure damper moves freely when ventilation system is operating. • There should be a minimum clearance of 6" for cooktop installed near a side wall. If there is not an obvious improper installation, there may be a concealed problem such as a pinched joint, obstruction in the pipe, etc.
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Usually heavy tridgesicooktops • Glass-ceramic, glazed cookpots cooktop and therefore are not recommended. have a fiat, Characteristics Heavy gauge cookpots with flat, smooth bottoms will usually work in a similar way. However, there are some differences in the cooking performance of vari- ous materials.
SurfaceControls The infinite surface controls provide flexibility in set- ting selection when using the cooktop or grill. To Set Controls • Since the controls are a push-turn type, they must be pushed down before turning. To set (from the OFF position), push down on the control knob and turn in either direction to desired setting.
Cod(topCa dges Installation Cooktop cartridges, either conventional coil or radiant elements, can be installed on either side of the cooktop. (See page 3 for all available cartridges and model numbers.) To Install Cartridges Ifthe grill grates, element, and/orgrill-rocksarein place, remove before installing a cooktop cartridge, (See page 10 for removing grill.) Clean porcelain...
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• Remember that if your area has low voltage at times, canning may take longer than indicated by the directions. Cleaning The cooktop cartridge does not need to be removed for normal cleaning. Never immerse cartridge in water to clean. This can damage wiring.
Position the grill element with the terminal plug towards the terminal receptacle. located at the front of the left side and at the back of the right side of the cooktop. towards the receptacle until the terminal completely engaged.
Preheat the grill on HI for 5 minutes. Preheating improves the flavor and appearance of meats and quickly sears the meat to help retain the juices. The heating element should glow a bright cherry red. • Use nonmetallic...
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Grill Guide Season grill grates. Preheat grill on HI, 5 minutes, for best flavor. Note: Thischartisasuggestedquide. Cookingtimesandcontrolsettings areapproximateduetovariationsinmeatsandvoltage.
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Do not use abrasive cleansers or materials. thoroughly before reinserting in the cooktop. Grill-Rocks These aremade from cast-iron which havebeen coated with porcelain enamel. a The grill-rocks should be cleaned frequently or after any excessive build-up of grease. To clean...
If you do have a problem you cannot fix yourself, call your nearest Sears Store or Service Center for help. When calling, have this manual handy with the model number. You will also needthe serial number found on the serial plate on the side of the vent chamber and the purchase date.
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WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL "We Service What We SeW' is our assurance to you that you can depend on Sears for service because Sears service is nationwide. Your Kenmore Cooktop has added value when you consider that Sears has a service unit near you staffed by Sears trained technicians..,...
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