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Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
English / Español
Model/Modelo: 790.9257*
Kenmore
Electric Range
Estufa eléctrica
* = color number, número de color
P/N 808530003 Rev. B
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
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  • Page 1 Use & Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado English / Español Model/Modelo: 790.9257* Kenmore ® Electric Range Estufa eléctrica * = color number, número de color P/N 808530003 Rev. B Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    You are responsible for the labor cost of burner or element glass installation after the first year from the date of sale. For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web page: www.kenmore.com/warranty All warranty coverage applies for only 90 DAYS from the sale date if this appliance is ever used for other than private household purposes.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay Tip Over Hazard attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. • A child or adult can tip the Do not attempt to install or operate your range and be killed.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. In the United States, IMPORTANT - Read and follow the below install in accordance with the National Fuel instructions and precautions for unpacking, Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NPFA No.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING - Never cover any slots, holes or THE APPLIANCE passages in the oven bottom or cover and entire rack with materials such as aluminum - Storage In or On Appliance— foil.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. - Do not touch surface burners or Glazed cooking utensils— Only certain types elements, areas near these burners or of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthen- elements, interior surfaces of the oven, or the ware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for warmer drawer (if equipped).
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Do not use decorative surface burner covers. Do not use a broiler pan without its insert. If an element is accidentally turned on, the Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat to decorative cover will become hot and drain away from the high heat of the broiler.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Use the self clean cycle to clean only the Important Safety Notice - The California parts listed in this manual. Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the governor of California to Before using self clean, remove the broiler publish a list of substances known to cause pan, any food, utensils, and cookware from...

  • Page 9: Cooking Recommendations

    Cooking Recommendations Bakeware The material of bakeware affects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food. Material Attributes Recommendation Shiny metal bakeware Shiny, aluminum, and non-coated Recommended cooking temperatures and bakeware is the best for even heating. It is times are based on shiny metal bakeware.
  • Page 10 Cooking Recommendations Cooking Conditions Conditions in your kitchen can affect the performance of your appliance when cooking food. Condition Attributes Recommendation Aging cookware As pans age and become discolored, cooking If food is too dark or overcooked, use the minimum cook times may need to be reduced slightly.
  • Page 11 Cooking Recommendations Cooking Tips Broiling / Roasting Broiling pan For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with a broil pan insert designed to drain the fat from the food, help avoid spatter, and reduce smoking. The broiler pan will catch grease spills, and the insert helps prevent grease splatters.

  • Page 12: Before Setting Surface Controls

    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 used will influence the heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The setting needed for best cooking results.
  • Page 13 Before Setting Surface Controls About the Radiant Surface Elements Element On and Hot Surface Indicator Lights The element temperature rises gradually and evenly. As the The ELEMENT ON indicator light will turn on when one or more temperature rises, the element will glow red. To maintain the elements are turned on.

  • Page 14: Setting Surface Controls

    Setting Surface Controls Radiant surface elements To operate the radiant element: Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface element. 2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction (Figure 1) to the desired setting (refer to the “Suggested radiant surface element settings”...
  • Page 15 Setting Surface Controls Home Canning Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance. Check with the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Web site and be sure to read all the information they have available as well as follow their recommendations for home canning procedures.

  • Page 16: Before Setting Oven

    Before Setting Oven Oven Vent Location Types of oven racks The oven is vented as shown below. When the oven is on, warm air is released through the vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. Do not block oven vent.

  • Page 17: Oven Controls

    Oven Controls 1. Bake - Selects Bake function. 18. LIGHT - Use to turn internal oven light on and off. 2. Broil - Selects Broil function. 3. Convec Bake - Use to set convection feature. Minimum and Maximum Control Settings 4.
  • Page 18 Oven Controls Setting Clock When the appliance is first powered up or when the power sup- Silent or audible control mode ply to the appliance has been interrupted, 12:00 will flash in The appliance may be set for silent or audible operation. If the the display.
  • Page 19 Oven Controls Changing between continuous bake setting or 12-hour Setting Bake energy saving feature Use the bake function whenever the recipe calls for baking The oven control has a factory-preset 12-hour energy saving using normal temperatures. A reminder tone will sound when the feature that will turn the oven off automatically if the oven is set bake temperature is reached.
  • Page 20 Oven Controls Baking tips Setting Cook Time • Fully preheat the oven before cooking items like cookies, Use Cook Time to set the amount of time needed for baking. biscuits, and breads. The oven will turn on immediately and stop automatically after the set cook time ends.
  • Page 21 Oven Controls Setting Delay Start To change the oven temperature or cook time after baking has started: Delay Start allows you to set a delayed starting time to the oven baking or cleaning functions. 1. Press Bake (for oven temperature) or Cook Time. Food Poisoning Hazard.
  • Page 22 Oven Controls Important notes: Convection Bake • The convection fan will begin rotating once Convec Bake Benefits of convection cooking include: has been activated. • Foods cook up to 25 to 30% faster, saving time and energy. • If the oven door is opened when Convec Bake is active, the convection fan will stop rotating until the oven door is •...
  • Page 23 Oven Controls Setting Broil Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven. When cooking, the oven interior, oven racks, and cook- Use the broil function to cook meats that require direct exposure top will become very hot which can cause burns. to flame heat for optimum browning results.
  • Page 24 Oven Controls Warm & Hold™ Adjusting oven temperature Warm & Hold will keep cooked foods warm and ready for The appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure serving for up to 3 hours after cooking has finished. After 3 an accurate baking temperature, known as the User Preference hours, Warm &...

  • Page 25: Self Clean

    Oven Controls Self Clean Important notes: • Completely remove all oven racks and any accessories A self cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures (well from oven cavity to avoid damage to oven racks. If the above normal cooking temperatures), which eliminate soils com- oven racks are not removed they may discolor.
  • Page 26 Oven Controls Setting Self Clean Delayed Start Self Clean To set Select Clean to start immediately: To start Delay Start Self Clean: 1. Be sure the oven in empty and all oven racks are removed. 1. Be sure the oven is empty and all oven racks are removed. Remove all items from the cooktop.
  • Page 27 Oven Controls Steam Clean 11. Stand to the side of the range out of the way of escaping when opening the oven door. vapor Steam cleaning works best for spot cleaning and light soils on the oven bottom. Steam clean may also be used before manu- Wipe oven cavity and bottom.

  • Page 28: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the difficulty of major cleaning later. Before cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned off and the appliance is cool. If ammonia or appliance cleaners are used, they must be removed and the appliance must be thoroughly rinsed before operating.
  • Page 29 Care and Cleaning Surface or Area Cleaning Recommendation Oven door Use mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water to clean the top, sides, and front of the oven door. Rinse well. Glass cleaner may be used on the outside glass of the door.
  • Page 30 Care and Cleaning Surface elements and drip bowls To remove the surface elements and drip bowls: Lift the edge of the drip bowl across from the terminal end. Your cooking product includes a new generation of electric coil Lift the surface element and drip bowl together just enough element.
  • Page 31 Care and Cleaning Aluminum Foil and Utensils Cleaning under cooktop (some models) Never cover any slots, holes, or passages in the When lowering the lift-up range cooktop, grasp oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with materials such as the sides with fingertips only.
  • Page 32 Care and Cleaning Removing and Replacing the Oven Door: The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, Oven door 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 2.
  • Page 33 Care and Cleaning Replacing the Oven Light To remove and replace storage drawer (some models) Be sure the oven is unplugged and all parts are Use the storage drawer for storing cooking utensils. The drawer cool before replacing the oven light. can be removed to facilitate cleaning under the range.

  • Page 34: Before You Call

    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 Cause / Solution Entire appliance does not operate. Appliance not connected.
  • Page 35 Before You Call Problem Cause / Solution Drip bowls are pitting or rusting. Foods with acids, such as tomatoes, will cause corrosion if allowed to stand in/on bowls. When cool, remove and wash drip bowls as soon as possible after a spill. Normal environment - Houses located along sea coasts are exposed to salt air.
  • Page 36 Kenmore ® Customer Care Hotline To schedule in-home repair service or order replacement parts Para pedir servicio de reparación a domicilio, y ordenar piezas 1-844-553-6667 www. kenmore. com...

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