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Use & Care Guide
Guía de uso y cuidada
English / Español
Model/Modelos: 790.7442*, 7441*
Kenmore
Gas Range
Estufa de gas
* = color number, número de color
P/N 808530305 Rev A
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 Guía de uso y cuidada English / Español Model/Modelos: 790.7442*, 7441* Kenmore ® Gas Range Estufa de gas * = color number, número de color P/N 808530305 Rev A Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 If the information in this manual attention to these symbols and follow all is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion instructions given.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Cold temperatures can damage the elec- tronic control. When using this appliance for Tip Over Hazard the first time, or when the appliance has not been used for an extended period of time, be •...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong properly installed and grounded by a grounding plug for your protection against qualified technician. In the United States, shock hazard and should be plugged directly install in accordance with the National Fuel into a properly grounded receptacle.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. - When heating fat or grease, IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE watch it closely. Grease may catch fire if it APPLIANCE becomes too hot. - Storage In or On Appliance— - Do not use water or flour on Flammable materials should not be stored in grease fires.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. When you are flaming foods under a venti- IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR lating hood, turn the fan on. GAS COOKTOP IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR - Use Proper Flame Size — Adjust flame size so it does not extend OVEN beyond the edge of the utensil.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. California Residents: for cancer IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING and reproductive harm information, visit YOUR APPLIANCE www.P65Warnings.ca.gov - Before manually cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned off and the appliance is cool.

  • 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 bakeware Recommended cooking temperatures and is the best for even heating. It is suitable for 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: Before Setting Surface Controls

    Before Setting Surface Controls Check burner cap placement before operating the Once in place, you may check the fit by gently sliding the burner cap from side to side to be sure it is centered and firmly surface burners seated (See Figure 5).

  • Page 12: Using Proper Cookware

    Before Setting Surface Controls Using proper cookware Setting Proper Burner Flame Size Do not place flammable items such as plastic Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on of the cooking utensil. A higher flame wastes energy, and the cooktop when it is in use.
  • Page 13 Before Setting Surface Controls Home Canning Canning can generate large amounts of steam. Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to vent steam away from you. Safe canning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed and the jars are sealed completely.

  • Page 14: Setting Surface Controls

    Setting Surface Controls Setting Surface Burners Your gas appliance may be equipped with different sized surface burners. The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the burner size increases. It is important to select cookware that is suitable for the amount and type of food being prepared.

  • Page 15: Before Setting Oven Controls

    Before Setting Oven Controls Oven vent location The oven vent is located below the control panel (See Figure 10). flat handle When the oven is on, warm air passes through this vent. This oven rack venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results.

  • Page 16: Oven Controls

    Oven Controls Setting Clock 1. Bake - Selects Bake function. 2. Broil - Selects Broil function. When the appliance is first powered up or when the power sup- ply to the appliance has been interrupted, 12:00 will flash in 3. Timer ON/Off - Use to set and cancel the timer and to set the display.
  • Page 17 Oven Controls Setting Timer Changing Temperature Display to Fahrenheit (ºF) or Celsius (ºC) The timer may be set from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes. The electronic oven control is set to display °F when shipped To set the timer: from the factory.
  • Page 18 Oven Controls Setting Bake Baking tips • Fully preheat the oven before cooking items like cookies, Use the bake function whenever the recipe calls for baking biscuits, and breads. using normal temperatures. A reminder tone will sound when the set bake temperature is reached. Bake may be programmed •...
  • Page 19 Oven Controls Setting Broil Arranging the broil rack Tilt rack slightly up. Broiling is direct heat cooking and will produce some smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from the element. 2. Place extensions into the desired rear locating holes. Watch food to prevent burning.
  • Page 20 Oven Controls Adjusting oven temperature Important notes: • Oven temperature adjustments made will not change the The appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure Broil temperatures. an accurate baking temperature, known as the User Preference Offset (UPO). For the first few uses, follow your recipe times •...
  • Page 21 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 22 General Cleaning Cleaning surface burner grates • Clean only after the grates are completely cool. Refer to Table 3 in this chapter for more detailed information about cleaning specific parts of the range. • Use nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mild abrasive cleanser or clean in the dishwasher.
  • Page 23 To clean the burner head ignition ports Replacing oven light (some models) Each burner head has a small ignition port located as shown. Be sure the range is unplugged and all parts Should you experience ignition problems it may be that this port are cool before replacing oven light.
  • Page 24 Removing and replacing the lift-off oven door To avoid possible injury when removing or replacing the oven door, follow the instructions below carefully and always hold the oven door with both hands positioned Oven door away from the door hinge area. hinge locations The door is heavy.

  • Page 25: Before You Call

    Before You Call Oven Baking For best cooking results, heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, pastries, et cetera. There is no need to preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles. The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance. Baking Problems and Solutions Baking Problems Causes...

  • Page 26: Solutions To Common Problems

    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 Solution Poor baking results • Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper oven rack position is used. Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate.
  • Page 27 Before You Call Flames inside oven or smoking from • Excessive spillovers in oven. For example, this will happen for pie spillovers or large oven vent. amounts of grease left on the oven bottom. Wipe up excessive spillovers before starting oven.
  • Page 28 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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