Kenmore 970C6701 Series Use & Care Manual

Induction range

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Use & Care Guide
Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien
English / Français
Model/Modèles: 970C6701*
Kenmore
Induction Range
Cuisinière Induction
* = color number, numéro de color
P/N 316902142 Rev B
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca
®

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  • Page 1 Use & Care Guide Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien English / Français Model/Modèles: 970C6701* Kenmore ® Induction Range Cuisinière Induction * = color number, numéro de color P/N 316902142 Rev B Sears Canada Inc. Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B 2C3 www.sears.ca...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Oven Controls ....................17 Setting the Clock ..................18 Kenmore One Year Limited Warranty ..........2 Setting Bake ....................20 Parts and Repair Service................3 Convection ....................21 Before Setting Surface Controls ............... 10 Setting Broil ....................24 Benefits of Induction Surface Cooking ..........10 Warm &...
  • Page 3: Parts And Repair Service

    Parts and Repair Service Parts and Repair Service Sears Parts and Repair Services WE’RE THERE FOR YOU LONG AFTER THE SALE To purchase replacement parts and product accessories, call 1.800.4.MY.HOME (1.800.469.4663), visit Sears.ca/parts, or visit your nearest Sears Parts and Repair store. Delivery to your home is available.
  • Page 4 Parts and Repair Service PRODUCT RECORD In this space below, record the date of purchase, model, and serial number of your product. You will find the model and serial number printed on an identification plate. See Figure 1 for serial plate location. Model No.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. Read all instructions before using this appli- ance. Tip Over Hazard This manual contains important safety • A child or adult can tip the symbols and instructions. Please pay range and be killed. attention to these symbols and follow all •...
  • Page 6 Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. Persons with a pacemaker or DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE similar medical device should exercise HEATING UNITS, OR SURFACE COOKING caution using or standing near an induction ELEMENTS, AREAS NEAR THESE SURFACE unit while it is in operation, as the electro- HEATING UNITS, OR INTERIOR SURFACE magnetic field may affect the working of the...
  • Page 7 Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. Important: Read and follow these instructions • Remove the oven door from any and precautions for unpacking, installing, unused range if it is to be stored or and servicing your appliance: discarded.
  • Page 8 Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. • Do not use decorative surface burner IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP covers. If an element is accidentally turned on, the decorative cover will • Know which knob or keypad controls each become hot and possibly melt.
  • Page 9 Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. installation of these liners may result in • Some birds are extremely sensitive to the risk of electric shock or fire. fumes given off during the self-clean cycle of any range. Move birds to another •...
  • Page 10: Before Setting Surface Controls

    Before Setting Surface Controls Benefits of Induction Surface Cooking Induction Cookware Fast and efficient - The induction cooking zones heat faster Important: while using less energy. Induction power levels are quick to boil Before using the induction cooking zones, be sure to carefully and efficient when simmering.
  • Page 11: Home Canning

    Before Setting Surface Controls Important: When Using the Cooking Zones Some accessories are made to straddle cooking zones. Never • Be sure to use cooktop cookware made with a magnetic place or straddle a cooking utensil over two different surface base material.
  • Page 12: Induction Cooking Zones

    Induction Cooking Zones Pan Sensing Correct Incorrect The cooking zone sensors located below the cooktop surface require that certain cookware conditions are met before the Cookware base material has Cookware base material is induction cooking zones can operate. If a cooking zone is good magnetic characteris- non-magnetic.
  • Page 13: Cooktop Displays

    Induction Cooking Zones Cooktop displays Each cooking zone has a corresponding display. Power levels WARM ZONE and messages are monitored and controlled using the window displays in combination with the corresponding control keypads. Temp Power level settings The cooktop control (Figure 9) displays power levels ranging from Pb (power boost,...
  • Page 14: Setting Surface Controls

    Setting Surface Controls Operating Induction Cooking Zones Start most surface cooking on a higher setting and then adjust Unlike radiant surface elements, induction to a lower setting to finish cooking. cooking zones do not glow red. The glass surface may be hot from residual heat transferred from the cookware and burns The suggested settings (provided in Table...
  • Page 15: Warm Zone

    Setting Surface Controls If a particular food is not listed (See Table 2), start with the Cooktop Operational Noises medium heat level and adjust as needed. Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium heat level. The electronic processes involved in induction cooking may create some background noises.
  • Page 16: Before Setting Oven Controls

    Before Setting Oven Controls Oven Vent Location Type of Oven Racks The oven vent is located under the left side of the control panel. (Figure 19) When the oven is on, warm air passes through this flat handle vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven rack oven and good baking results.
  • Page 17: Oven Controls

    Oven Controls For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various keypad functions. 5 5 5 Oven control 11. Warm and Hold - Use to select Warm and Hold function. Cooktop lock - Use to lockout cooktop controls. 12.
  • Page 18: Setting The Clock

    Oven Controls Setting the Clock Add 1 Minute Use the Add 1 Minute key to set additional minutes to the timer. When the appliance is first powered on, 12:00 will flash in the Each press of the key will add 1 additional minute. If Add 1 display (Figure 21).
  • Page 19 Oven Controls Changing oven temperature display 2. Press and hold for 3 seconds. (see Figure 30) door Loc will appear in the display. The motor driven door latch The oven control is preset to display temperatures in Fahrenheit mechanism will begin locking the oven door automatically. (°F) when shipped from the factory.
  • Page 20: Setting Bake

    Oven Controls Radiant bake rack positions • Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies, biscuits, and breads. • When using any single rack, position the rack so that the food is in the center of the oven. • For best results when baking cakes using 2 oven racks, Figure 32: PRE place racks in positions 2 and 4...
  • Page 21: Convection

    Oven Controls When the programmed cook time ends: End will appear in the display window and the oven will shut off automatically. 2. The oven control will beep 3 times every 30 seconds as a reminder until is pressed. Figure 35: End When the programmed cook time ends: Important note: End will appear in the display window and the oven will...
  • Page 22 Oven Controls Setting Conv Bake Roast function will be juicer and poultry will be crisp on the outside while staying tender and moist on the inside. Conv Bake may be set for any oven temperature between 170°F (77°C) to 500°F (260°C). When using Conv Bake, cook time Conv Roast may be set for any oven temperature between reductions may vary depending on the amount and type of food 170°F (77°C) to 500°F (260°C).
  • Page 23 Oven Controls 5. Press to accept. 6. Press Conv Convert. To cancel Conv Convert at any time, press Important note: • Conv Convert may only be used with the Conv Bake function and with 20 minutes as the recommended minimum amount of Cook Time for using the Conv Convert function.
  • Page 24: Setting Broil

    Oven Controls Should an oven fire occur, close the oven door Setting Broil and turn the oven OFF. If the fire continues, use a fire extin- guisher. Do not put water or flour on the fire. Flour may be Use the Broil function to cook meats that require direct exposure explosive to radiant heat for optimum browning results.
  • Page 25 Oven Controls Table 4: Suggested broil settings (electric oven) Cook Time in minutes Food Rack Position Setting Doneness 1st side 2nd side Steak 1” thick 6th or 7th 550°F Medium Steak 1” thick 6th or 7th 550°F Medium-well Steak 1” thick 6th or 7th 550°F Well...
  • Page 26: Warm & Hold

    Oven Controls To store a recipe setting using the number 3 key. The recipe in Warm & Hold™ this example is for a Bake at 325°F with a cook time of 45 minutes: Warm & Hold will keep cooked foods warm and ready for serving for up to 3 hours after cooking has finished.
  • Page 27 Oven Controls To increase (+) or decrease (-) the oven temperature by 20°F: Operating oven lights Press and hold Bake until the control provides an audible The interior oven lights will automatically turn ON when the tone (about 6 seconds). The factory offset temperature of 0 oven door is opened.
  • Page 28: Warmer Drawer

    Oven Controls Warmer Drawer Warm & Ready™ drawer (some models) The warmer drawer is designed to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperatures. It is not recommended to heat cold food in the warmer drawer; always start with hot food. All food placed in the warmer drawer should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil to maintain quality.
  • Page 29 Oven Controls Warmer drawer indicator light Table 5: Warmer drawer recommended food settings The warmer drawer indicator light is located beside the ON- Food Item Setting OFF key (Figure 45). It glows when the warmer drawer is turned ON, and remains on until the warmer drawer is turned OFF Bacon Hamburger patties Warmer...
  • Page 30 Oven Controls 5. If Cook Time or Delay Start are not needed, skip this step Setting the Sabbath feature (for use on the Jewish and continue to Step 6. If a Cook Time or Delay Start are Sabbath and Holidays) desired, enter the times at this point.
  • Page 31 Oven Controls from the display. The oven is no longer programmed for the Sabbath feature. What to do during a power failure or power interruption after the Sabbath feature was activated: Should you experience a power failure or interruption, the oven will shut-off.
  • Page 32: Flex Clean

    Oven Controls Flex Clean Important notes: A self-cleaning oven cleans with temperatures well above • Completely remove all oven racks and any accessories from normal cooking temperatures. The high cleaning temperature oven cavity to avoid damage to oven racks. If the oven eliminates soils completely or reduces them to a fine powdered racks are not removed they may discolor.
  • Page 33 Oven Controls Setting Flex Clean Setting Delay Start Flex Clean To set Flex Clean to start immediately: Example — To start a delay Flex Clean with default clean time of 3 hours and a start time of 9:00 o’clock: Be sure the oven is empty and all oven racks are removed. Remove all items from the cooktop.
  • Page 34: Care & Cleaning

    Care & Cleaning Table 6: Cleaning Recommendations Surface Type Recommendation Control knobs For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30-60 minutes. Rinse Painted body parts with a damp cloth and dry.
  • Page 35: Cooktop Maintenance

    Care & Cleaning Cooktop maintenance Cooktop Cleaning Do not use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can chemically ceramic glass cooktop. damage the ceramic-glass surface.
  • Page 36: Replacing The Oven Interior Light

    Care & Cleaning or allow aluminum foil to touch the surface elements under any Cooktop cleaning (cont’d) circumstances. • Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads, such as Replacing the oven interior light metal and some nylon pads. They may scratch the cooktop, making it more difficult to clean.
  • Page 37 Care & Cleaning Removing and replacing the lift-off oven door To avoid possible injury when removing or replacing the oven door, follow the instructions below carefully and always hold the oven door with both hands positioned Oven door away from the door hinge area. hinge locations The door is heavy.
  • Page 38: Before You Call

    Before You Call Oven Baking For best cooking results, heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, pastries, et cetera. There is no need to preheat the oven for roasting meat or baking casseroles. The cooking times and temperatures needed to bake a product may vary slightly from your previously owned appliance. Baking Problems and Solutions Baking Problems Causes...
  • Page 39: Solutions To Common Problems

    Before You Call Solutions to Common Problems Before you call for service, review the following list. It may save you time and expense. Possible solutions are provided with the problem listed: Problem Solution Poor baking results • Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper oven rack position is used. Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate.
  • Page 40 Before You Call Oven smokes excessively when • Incorrect setting. Follow the “Setting Broil” instructions on page broiling. • Be sure oven door is opened to broil stop position when broiling. • Meat too close to the broil element. Reposition the broil rack to provide proper clearance between the meat and the element.
  • Page 41 Before You Call Areas of discoloration with metallic • Mineral deposits from water and food. Remove using the recommended CookTop® sheen on cooktop surface. Cleaning Creme to the ceramic surface (on the web visit www.sears.com for replacement cooktop cleaner, item number 40079). Buff with a non-abrasive cloth or sponge. Induction cooking zone does not heat •...
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