Before Setting Oven Controls; Surface Cooking - Kenmore Slide-in models Use & Care Manual

Surface Cooking

Cookware Material types
The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom.
The most popular materials available are:
ALUMINUM - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware resists
staining & pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic glass cooktop, they may leave metal marks which will resemble
scratches. Remove these marks immediately.
COPPER - Excellent heat conductor but discolours easily. May leave metal marks on ceramic glass (see Aluminum
above).
STAINLESS STEEL - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.
CAST IRON - A poor heat conductor however will retain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is reached.
Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.
PORCELAIN-ENAMEL on METAL - Heating characteristics will vary depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel coating
must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic cooktops.
GLASS - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass.

Before Setting Oven Controls

This range has a fan that will turn "ON" and "OFF" by itself to keep the electronics cool. It may
continue to run after the range has been turned "OFF", but may also stop immediately and then turn "ON"
after a while.
Oven Vent Location
The oven vent is located at right side of the front panel and
visible when the oven door is open. When the oven is on, hot air
is released through the vents. This venting is necessary for proper
air circulation in the oven and good baking results.
Arranging Oven Racks
ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven
mitts when the oven is hot.
OVEN VENT
4
3
2
1
Rack
positions
Removing and Replacing Oven Racks
To remove, pull the rack forward until it stops.
Lift up front of rack and slide out. To replace, fit
the rack onto the guides on the oven walls. Tilt
the front of the rack upward and slide the rack
back into place.
RECOMMENDED RACK POSITIONS FOR
BROILING, BAKING & ROASTING
Food
Broiling meats, chicken or fish
Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits &muffins
1 rack
Multiple racks
Frozen pies, angel food cake, yeast, bread,
casseroles, small cuts of meat or poultry
Turkey, roast or ham
Note: Always use caution when removing food.
10
Rack position
3 or 4
2 or 3
2 & 4
1 or 2
1