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- Page 1 Gas Range Use & Care Guide Estufa de gas Guía para el Uso y Cuidado Models, Modelos 790.7943* = color number, número de color www.sears.com Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. p/n 316462440 Rev A (0801)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
• Saving & Recalling Recipe Settings ........16 Sears Service ............back cover Kenmore Elite Appliance Warranty One Year Limited Warranty When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage. This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage. - Page 4 Important Safety Instructions • Do Not Leave Children Alone—Children should not be left • Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line surface alone or unattended in the area where appliance is in use. burner pans, or oven bottom, except as suggested in this They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the manual.
- Page 5 Important Safety Instructions Grounding Instructions (electric ignition models only) Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an adapter plug, an extension cord, or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire or death. This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle.
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Page 6: Protection Agreements
Acuerdos de protección Master Protection Agreements Acuerdos maestros de protección ® Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore Enhorabuena por haber hecho una compra inteligente. Su nuevo ® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. -
Page 7: Before Using Your Range
Before Using Your Range Assembly of Burner Heads & Burner Caps (for Deep Well Cooktop models only) Your appliance is shipped with the Burner Heads and Burner Caps in the correct locations. Packing material is located between the Burner Heads and the cooktop. a. -
Page 8: Range Features
Range Features Your Elite Gas Range Features Include: 1. Electronic Oven Control with Timer. 2. Glass Touch Sensitive Control Panel. 3. Left Front Burner Valve & Knob. 4. Left Rear Burner Valve & Knob or Bridge Burner Valve & Knob (some models). 5. -
Page 9: Before Setting Oven Controls
Before Setting Oven Controls Oven Vent Location The oven vent is located below the backguard (See Fig. 1). When the oven is on, warm air is released through this vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. DO NOT BLOCK THE VENT. Always use pot holders or oven mitts when adjusting the oven racks. -
Page 10: Before Setting Surface Controls
Before Setting Oven Controls Baking Layer Cakes with 1 or 2 Oven Racks For best results when baking cakes using 2 oven racks, place cookware on oven rack positions 2 (flat or offset) & 5 (flat). For best results when using a single oven rack, place cookware on oven rack position 5 (See Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 on page 9). Air Circulation in the Oven For best air circulation and baking results allow 2-4"... -
Page 11: Surface Cooking
Surface Cooking • Operating Gas Surface Burners • Setting Proper Burner Flame Size • Griddle Accessory Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wood spoons could catch fire if placed too close to a flame. -
Page 12: Electronic Oven Control Pad Features
Electronic Oven Control Pad Features READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various features and SLOW COOK— functions of the oven as described below. Detailed instructions for each feature Use to select the and function follow later in this Use &... -
Page 13: Setting Oven Controls
Setting Oven Controls • Setting the Clock • Changing between 12 or 24 hour display • Silent Control Operation Setting the Clock The CLOCK pad is used to set the clock. The clock may be set for 12 or 24 hour time of day operation. The clock has been preset at the factory for the 12 hour operation. -
Page 14: Continuous Bake Or 12 Hour Energy Saving Mode
Setting Oven Controls • Continuous Bake or Twelve Hour Energy Saving Mode • Timer Setting Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving The TIMER and FLEX CLEAN pads control the Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving features. The oven control has a factory preset built-in 12 Hour Energy Saving feature that will shut off the oven if the oven control is left on for more than 11 hours and 59 minutes. -
Page 15: Oven Lockout
Setting Oven Controls • Oven Lockout • Setting Temperature Display Setting Oven Lockout Feature pad controls the Oven Lockout feature. The Oven Lockout feature automatically locks the oven door and prevents most oven controls from being turned ON. It does not disable the clock, Timer or the interior oven light. INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY... -
Page 16: Saving & Recalling Recipe Settings
Setting Oven Controls • Saving & Recalling Recipe Settings To Set the Recipe Recall Feature The Recipe Recall feature may be used to record and recall your favorite recipe settings. This feature may store 1 setting for each of the 5 basic cooking pads. The key pads that a recipe may be stored with are BAKE , CONV BAKE , CONV ROAST , CAKES... -
Page 17: Setting Preheat
Setting Oven Controls • Preheat for Electric Ranges Setting Preheat For the best baking performance use the PREHEAT feature. The Preheat feature will bring the oven up to the set baking temperature and then indicate when to place the food in the oven. Preheating is not necessary when roasting or cooking casseroles. -
Page 18: Setting Bake
Setting Oven Controls • Setting Bake Some Important Things to Know Before Setting any Basic Oven Cooking Function This appliance has been factory pre-set to start any BAKE, CONV BAKE, CONV ROAST, PREHEAT, CAKE or BREAD function with the oven set temperature automatically set for 350°F. However if desired, the oven set temperature may be adjusted at any time during the cooking process. -
Page 19: Setting Cook Time
Setting Oven Controls • Setting Cook Time Setting Cook Time The BAKE and COOK TIME pads control the Cook Time feature. The automatic timer of the Cook Time feature will turn the oven OFF after cooking for the desired amount of time you select. INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY... -
Page 20: Setting Delay Start
Setting Oven Controls • Setting Delay Start Setting Delay Start The BAKE , OVEN COOK TIME and DELAY START pads control the Delay Start feature. The automatic timer of the DELAY START feature will turn the oven ON and OFF at the times you select. INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY... -
Page 21: Setting Broil & Searing Grill
Setting Oven Controls • Setting Broil (Gas Range) pad controls the Broil feature. When broiling, heat radiates downward from the oven broiler for even coverage. The Broil feature is preset to start broiling at 550°F, however, the Broil feature temperature may be set at any temperature between 400°F and 550°F. -
Page 22: Setting Convection Roast
Setting Oven Controls Benefits of Convection Roast: —Some foods cook up to 25 to 30% faster, saving time and energy. • Setting Convection Roast —Multiple oven rack baking. • Setting Cakes or Breads —No special pans or bakeware needed. Setting the Food Categories Features The CONV ROAST CAKES BREADS... -
Page 23: Setting Convection Bake
Setting Oven Controls • Setting Convection Bake Benefits of Convection Bake: —Multiple oven rack baking. —No special pans or bakeware needed. Setting Convection Bake The CONV BAKE pad controls the Convection Bake feature. Use the Convection Bake feature when cooking speed is desired. The oven can be programmed for Convection Bake at any temperature Air circulation of Convection Cooking between 300°F (149°... -
Page 24: Setting Convection Convert
Setting Oven Controls • Setting Convection Convert Feature • Setting Add 1 Minute Feature To set the Convection Convert feature CONV CONVERT pad is used to automatically convert a standard Baking recipe for convection baking. When set properly, this feature is designed to display the oven set converted (reduced) temperature in the display. Convection Convert MUST be used with a Convection Bake keypad. -
Page 25: Setting Slow Cook
Setting Oven Controls • Setting the Slow Cook Feature • Oven Light Setting the Slow Cook Feature SLOW COOK pad is used to activate this feature. The Slow Cook feature may be used to cook foods more slowly, at lower oven temperatures and provides cooking results much the same way as a Slow Cooker or Crock-Pot. The Slow Cook feature is ideal for roasting beef, pork &... -
Page 26: Setting The Sabbath Feature
Setting Oven Controls • Setting the Sabbath Day Feature To Set the Sabbath Feature (for use on the Jewish Sabbath & Holidays) OVEN COOK TIME and DELAY START pads are used to set the Sabbath feature. The Sabbath feature may only be used with the pad. -
Page 27: Setting Warm & Hold
Setting Oven Controls • Setting the Sabbath Day Feature (cont’d) • Setting the Warm & Hold™ Feature It is recommended that any oven temperature change with the Sabbath feature activated be followed with 2 presses of the START pad. This will insure the oven remains ON even if the attempt to set the oven temperature was lower or higher than the oven control can accept. -
Page 28: Self-Cleaning
Self-Cleaning • Preparing for a Self-Clean cycle During the Self-Cleaning cycle, the outside of the range can become very hot to the touch. DO NOT leave small children unattended near the appliance. The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the Self-Cleaning cycle of any range. - Page 29 Self- Cleaning • Setting Flex Clean or Delay Flex Clean The FLEX CLEAN pad is used to start a Self-Cleaning cycle. When used with the DELAY START pad, a delayed Self-Cleaning cycle may also be programmed. The FLEX CLEAN feature allows for any Self-Cleaning cycle time from 2 (2:00) to 4 hours (4:00) to be selected.
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Page 30: Self-Cleaning
Self-Cleaning • Setting Flex Clean or Delay Flex Clean INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPLAY When the Self-Clean cycle is done: 1. The time of day, "HOT", "DOOR LOCKED" and "CLEAN" icon will remain in the display (See Fig. 7). 2. Once the oven has cooled down for approximately 1 HOUR, and the "DOOR LOCKED"... -
Page 31: Adjusting Oven Temperature
Adjusting Oven Temperature • How to adjust the oven temperature higher or lower The cooking temperatures for the oven have been pre-set at the factory. When using the oven for the first time, be sure to follow recipe times and temperatures. If you think the oven is too hot or too cool, the temperature in the oven may be adjusted. -
Page 32: General Care & Cleaning
General Care & Cleaning • Cleaning Table How to Clean: Surfaces: Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth. Aluminum & Vinyl For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soil and built-up Painted &... - Page 33 General Care & Cleaning • Removing & Replacing Lift-Off Oven Door • Door Care Instructions • Care & Cleaning of Stainless Steel (some models) Removing & Replacing the Lift-Off Oven Door The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down.
- Page 34 General Care & Cleaning • Cleaning Cooktop, Burner Caps, Burner Heads & Grates Cleaning the Cooktop, Burner Heads, Caps & Grates The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier. Because the gas Burners are sealed, cleanups are easy when spillovers are cleaned up immediately.
- Page 35 General Care & Cleaning • Changing Oven Light(s) Changing Oven Light(s) The oven lights automatically turn ON when the door is opened. The oven lights may also be manually operated by pressing the pad. The oven light bulbs are located at the rear of the oven and are covered with a glass shield held by a wire holder.
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Page 36: Before You Call For Service
Before You Call • Solutions to Common Problems Before you call for service, 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. POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION OCCURRENCE Poor installation. -
Page 37: Before You Call
Before You Call • Solutions to Common Problems (cont’d) OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION Oven smokes excessively during broiling. Meat is too close to the broil burner. Reposition the oven rack to provide more clearance between the meat and the broiler burner. Meat not properly prepared. -
Page 38: Recipes For Slow Cook
Recipes for Slow Cook with the pork chops. Sprinkle pepper seasoning and parsley on top of pork chops. Cover pan with lid or aluminum foil and place on rack Slow Cook Turkey Breast in the oven. 1 turkey breast Using the Slow Cook feature pad, set control on “Lo” setting for 2 cups chicken broth 5 to 6 hours, or the “Hi”... - Page 39 Notes...