Before You Call - Kenmore Slide-in models Use & Care Manual

OCCURRENCE
Poor baking results.
Fan noise during cooking
operation.
Flames inside oven or smoking
from vent.
Oven smokes excessively during
broiling.
Self-cleaning cycle does not work. Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructions under "Oven Cleaning" in the Electronic Oven
Soil not completely removed after
self-cleaning cycle.
Avoid Transportation Damage to your Range
If you have to move your range into/out of your residence or when moving to a new home, it is suggested that you
take the following precautions:
1. Screw in the levelling legs under the range.
2. Remove the racks and other utensils from the oven, and from the lower drawer.
3. Use adhesive tape to firmly secure the door and the drawer to the side panels. Also attach the electric power cord
in the same manner.
4. Use a two-wheeled trolley with strap and fasten the range to it. Cover the appliance with a heavy blanket to
prevent scratches and dents.
5. Avoid pulling or pushing the control panel when moving the appliance.

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Solutions to Common Problems
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper rack position is used. Center food in the
oven and space pans to allow air to circulate. Allow the oven to preheat to the set temperature
before placing food in the oven. Try adjusting the recipe's recommended temperature or baking
time. If you feel the oven is too hot or cool, see "Adjusting Oven Temperature" in the Electronic
Oven Control guide.
A cooling fan may automatically turn on and off to cool internal parts. It is normal, and the fan may
continue to run even after oven is turned off.
Excessive spillovers in oven. Set self-clean cycle for a longer cleaning time.
Excessive spillovers in oven.This is normal, especially for pie spillovers or large amounts of grease
on the oven bottom. Wipe up excessive spillovers before starting the self-clean cycle. If flames or
excessive smoke are present, stop the self-clean cycle and follow the steps under «Stopping or
Interrupting the Self-Cleaning Cycle» in the Electronic Oven Control guide.
Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructions under "Setting Oven Controls".
Make sure oven is opened to Broil Stop Position.
Meat too close to the element. Reposition the rack to provide proper clearance between the
meat and the element. Preheat broil element. Preheat broil element for searing.
Grid on broiler pan wrong side up and grease not draining. Always place grid on the broiler pan
with ribs up and slots down to allow grease to drip into pan.
Grease has built up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling frequently.
Old grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking.
Control Guide.
Self-cleaning cycle was interrupted. Stop time must be 3 to 4 hours past the start time. Follow
steps under "Stopping or Interrupting the Self-Cleaning Cycle" in the Electronic Oven Control
Guide.
Failure to clean bottom, front top or oven, frame or door area outside oven seal. These areas
are not in the self-cleaning area, but get hot enough to burn on residue. Clean these areas
before the self-cleaning cycle is started. Burned-on residue can be cleaned with a stiff nylon
brush and water or nylon scrubber. Be careful not to damage the oven seal.
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