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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL ELECTRIC 911.42485 911,42486 COOKTOP 911.42489 CAUTION: Before using this range, • Safety Instructions read this manual • Operation follow all its Safety Rules • Care Cleaning Operating • Problem Solving Instructions. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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ELECTRIC COOKTOP Table of Contents Control Panel ... Appliance Safety ..Porcelain Enamel Cooktop Burner Box Bottom ..Removable Knobs ..Features of Your Cooktop . .5 Lift-Up Cooktop ..Removal of Packaging Tape 5 Removable Cooktop Unit Cooktop Elements ..Control Settings ..
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IMPORTANT S AFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. When using gas or electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. • NEVER HEAT unopened food containers. Pressure buildup can cause the container to burst and cause injury.
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• WHEN PREPARING flaming foods under the vent hood, turn the fan on IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS UNDERSTAND READ THIS INFORMATION NOW! • ONLY SOME kinds of glass or ceramic cookware can be used for Should ever need cooktop cooking Make sure the will have time...
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OPERATION FEATURESOFYOURCOOKTOP Removable chrome*plated drip Cooktop control knobs bowls and cooktop elements Li_-up cooktop To remove the adhesive left from packaging tape, use household dishwashing liquid, mineral oil or cooking oil. With a soft cloth rub into the area and allow to soak. Rinse and dry well. Repeat procedure using an appliance polish to insure no damage is done to the appliance.
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Water-bath or pressure canners and OPERATION large diameter pots extending more than 1" beyond the edge of the Cooktop Cooking cooktop element may be used for canning. However, do not use large diameter canners, pots or pans for anything other than boiling water. The sign near each control knob Most syrup or sauce mixtures, and all shows you which element is turned...
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CAREANDCLEANING Cleaning and Removable Parts CLEANING MATERIALS All control knobs may be removed for easy cleaning by pulling the knob • Dishwashing detergent straight off the stem. Be sure that • Warm water the knob is in the OFF position before removal.
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CAREANDCLEANING Cleaning and Removable Parts The cooktop lifts up so the cooktop and the area underneath (burner box bottom) can be cleaned. To raise the cooktop 1. Remove knobs. 2. Grasp at the front and lift up. 3, Raise the support rod into place to hold the cooktop while cleaning.
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CAREAND CLEANING For blue-gold heat stains -- use a metal polish. Cleaning and Removable Parts These stains are caused by overheating, and are usually permanent. To help minimize this effect, avoid excessive use of high Element heat settings and use flat bottom pans that do not extend more than 1"...
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BEFORE CALLING FORSERVICE To save you time and money, before making a service call, check the list below for any problem you may feel you have with the performance of your cooktop. If the problem is something you cannot repair, use the Consumer Service Numbers located at the back of this manual.
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W • Wa_,anty MA - Mainten_nco Ag;'eenl_ Kenmore R anges a redesigned, manufactured andtested for yearsofdependable operatfon Yet,any modern appliance mayrequireservice fromtimetotime.TheSears Warranty p lusthe Sears Maintenance Agreement helpsprovideprotection fromunexpecfed r epairbills. Thechartabove compares t hewarranty a ndMaintenance Agreement andshowsyouthebenefits of a Sears Range Maintenance A greement.
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For the repair or replacement parts you need Call 7 am-7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (I-800-366-7278) For in-home major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week I "800"4"MY'HOME (I-800-469-4663) For the location of a Sears Parts and Service Center in your area Call 24 hours...
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