Record Your Model & Serial Numbers ..........Cover IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............ oJre Grounding Instructions ................(electric ignition models only) Setting the Clock and Minute Timer ............(some models) Flame Size ....................Proper Burner Adjustments ..............Setting Surface Controls ................ Before Setting Oven Controls ..............
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using • Never modify or alter the construction of a range by removing leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti- this appliance. Save these tip brackets/screws, or any other part of the product. instructions for future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Storage in or on Appliance--Flammable materials IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR should not be stored in an oven, near surface COOKTOP burners or in the broiler drawer. This includes • Know which knob controls each surface heating unit. paper, plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flammable...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING OVEN YOUR RANGE • Use Care When Opening Door--Stand to the side of • Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of the range when opening the door of a hot oven. Let grease that could catch fire.
Your model may be equipped with the clock and minute timer shown Setting the Clock and below. To set the clock and minute timer, follow these instructions: Minute Timer To Set the Clock (some models) When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted, '12:00"...
Flame Size For most cooking, start on the highest control setting and then turn to a lower one to complete the process. Use the chart below as a guide for determining proper flame size for various types of cooking. The size and Never extend the flame beyond the type of utensil used and the amount of food being cooked will influence...
Before Setting Oven Arranging Oven Racks (Some models may have one rack.) ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN Controls THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIORTO OPERATINGTHE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when removing food or dishes from the oven. Oven Vent Location To remove an oven rack, pull the To bake on one rack, place the...
Broil Setting Oven Controls Slide broiler drawer out to the stop position. DO NOT use the broiler Remove broiler pan and insert, Figure 1. Always position rack before setting control, while range is cool. drawer for storage. Items placed the broiler drawer will catch fire. Position rack by tilting front of rack up and pulling rack out from locating holes in rear of broiler drawer.
Porcelain Enamel Oven and Broiler Drawer Oven Cleaning The oven interior is porcelain on steel, it is safe to clean using oven cleaners. General Cleaning Follow these cleaning precautions: Remove soils using hot, soapy water. Do not allow food spills with a high •...
General Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range is COOL. REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANINGS WILL REDUCE THE EFFORT REQIRED FOR MAJOR CLEANINGS LATER. Surfaces How to Clean Aluminum...
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To Raise and Lower the Top for Cleaning General Cleaning 1. Remove burner grates and spillover bowls. Set aside. (continued) 2. Grasp the sides of the cooktop and then lift from the front. 3. Lift the top high enough to allow the support rods to snap into place. The Lift-up rods will support the top in its raised position.
General Cleaning Replace To Remove Oven Door To Remove Oven Door (continued) 1. Completely open the oven door. 2. Remove screws located on the inside of the oven door near the hinges The door is heavy. For (one on each side). safe, temporary storage, lay the door 3.
Troubleshooting Before you call for sen6ce, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION Poor installation. Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the Range is not level.
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Entire appliance does not operate. Make sure cord/plug is plugged securely into outlet. Service wiring not complete. Contact servicer or dealer. Electrical power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for service. Surface burners can be lit manually. See Setting Surface Controls...
Defective Parts 2. Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request MA - Maintenance W - Warranty Agreement Your Kenmore Range is designed, manufactured and tested to provide years of dependable operation. Yet any home appliance may require service from time to time.