Use & Care Guide Guía de uso y cuidada English / Español Model/Modelos: 790-7403, -7413*,7404* Kenmore Gas Range ® Estufa de gas * = color number, numéro de color P/N 807189501 Rev A Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.kenmore.com www.sears.com Sears Canada Inc. Toronto (Ontario) Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.
Table of Contents Kenmore Limited Warranty ..................................................................... 2 Before Setting Surface Controls .................................................................. 8 Setting surface burners............................................................................... 10 Before setting oven controls ...................................................................... 11 Oven vent location ....................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. Do not attempt to install or operate your appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION statement based on the hazard type. DEFINITIONS This is the safety alert symbol.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Do not heat unopened food Tip Over Hazard containers. Build-up of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury. • A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. • Verify the anti-tip device has been installed to floor or wall. • Ensure the anti-tip device is re-engaged to floor or wall when the range is moved. • Do not operate the range without the anti-tip device in place and engaged.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN • Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an authorized repair • Never use your appliance for warming or service. Know how to disconnect the heating the room. power to the oven at the circuit breaker or • Use care when opening oven door, lower fuse box in case of an emergency. oven door, or warmer drawer (some • Never modify or alter the construction of models).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR OVEN Use Proper Flame Size — Adjust flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to flame will also improve efficiency.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Other surfaces of the appliance Conversion to L.P. Gas may become hot enough to cause burns Personal injury or death from including oven vent openings and surfaces electrical shock may occur if the conversion near these openings, oven doors, and to L.P. gas is not made by a qualified windows of oven doors. installer or electrician.
Before Setting Surface Controls Check burner cap placement before operating the surface burners To prevent flare-ups and avoid creation of harmful by-products, do not use the cooktop without all burner caps properly installed to insure proper ignition and gas flame size. On round style burners, the burner cap lip (See Fig. 1) should fit snug into the center of burner head and rest level. Refer to Figs. 2 & 3 for correct and incorrect burner cap placement.
Before Setting Surface Controls Using proper cookware Setting proper burner flame size DO NOT place flammable items such as plastic Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on the cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the range cooktop. of the cooking utensil.
Setting surface burners Your gas appliance may be equipped with different sized surface burners. The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the burner size increases. It is important to select cookware that is suitable for the amount and type of food being prepared. • The smaller SIMMER burner (on some models) is best suited for simmering delicate sauces, etc. • The standard size burners may be used for most surface cooking needs. Some models are equipped with a center burner.
Before setting oven controls Oven vent location Types of oven racks The oven vent is located under the left side of the control panel. When the oven is on, warm air passes through this vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. Do not block oven vent: flat handle oven rack oven vent Figure 8: Oven vent in rear of range top flat oven rack Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven.
Oven Controls 2 1 3 12 4 14 6 7 13 15 8 5 10 9 11 16 1. Bake - Selects Bake function. Setting Clock 2. Broil - Selects Broil function. When the appliance is first powered up or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupted, 12:00 will flash in the display. The time of day must first be set before operating the oven. 3. Self Clean - Use to select 2, 3, or 4hr Self-Clean cycle. 4. Warm & Hold - Use to keep cooked food warm and at serving temperature for up to 3 hours.
Oven Controls Changing Temperature Display (ºF or ºC) Changing between continuous bake setting or 12-Hour Energy Saving feature The electronic oven control is set to display °F (Fahrenheit) when shipped from the factory. The display may be changed to show either Fahrenheit or ºC (Celsius) oven temperatures. The oven control has a factory-preset 12-Hour Energy Saving feature that will turn the oven off automatically if the oven is left on for more than 12 hours.
Oven Controls Setting Bake Baking tips Use the bake function whenever the recipe calls for baking using normal temperatures. A reminder tone will sound when the set bake temperature is reached. Bake may be programmed for any temperature from 170°F to 550°F (77°C to 288°C). The factory preset bake temperature is 350°F (177°C). • Fully preheat the oven before cooking 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.
Oven Controls Setting Cook Time Setting Delay Start Use Cook Time to set the amount of time needed for baking. The oven will turn on immediately and stop automatically after the set cook time ends. Delay Start allows you to set a delayed starting time to the oven baking or cleaning functions. FOOD POISONING HAZARD. Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or after cooking. Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
Oven Controls Setting Broil Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven. When cooking the oven interior, oven racks and cooktop will become very hot which can cause burns. Use the broil function to cook meats that require direct exposure to flame heat for optimum browning results. The Broil function is factory preset to broil at 550°F. Should an oven fire occur, close the oven door and turn the oven off. If fire continues, use a fire extinguisher. Do not put water or flour on fire.
Oven Controls Warm & Hold™ Adjusting Oven Temperature Warm & Hold will keep cooked foods warm and ready for serving for up to 3 hours after cooking has finished. After 3 hours the Warm & Hold will shut off automatically. Warm & Hold should only be used with foods that are already at serving temperatures. Warm & Hold will maintain the oven temperature at 170° F (77°C). Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure an accurate baking temperature.
Oven Controls Self Clean • A self cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures (well above normal cooking temperatures) which eliminate soils completely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash you can wipe away afterwards with a damp cloth. The Self Clean function allows you to select 3 different cleaning times from 2, 3 or 4 hours. A 3-hour cleaning time is best used for normal cleaning; 2-hour time for light soils and a 4-hour clean time for heavier stubborn soils. Remove any excessive spills.
Oven Controls Setting Self Clean Delayed Start Self Clean: To set Select Clean to start immediately: To start Delay Start Self Clean: 1. Be sure the oven in empty and all oven racks are removed. Remove all items from the cooktop. Be sure the oven door is completely closed. 1. Be sure the oven is empty and all oven racks are removed. Remove all items from the cooktop. Be sure oven door is completely closed. 2. Press Self Clean. 3:00 appears in the display. 2.
Care and Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of Your Oven Before cleaning any part of the oven, be sure all controls are turned off and the oven is cool. Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the difficulty of major cleaning later. Surface Type Recommendation Aluminum and Vinyl Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth. Painted body parts Use a soft cloth and clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water.
Care and Cleaning Removing and Replacing the Oven Door Oven door hinge locations The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down. To remove the oven door: 1. Open oven door completely, horizontal with floor (See Figure 15). 2. Pull the door hinge locks on both left and right door hinges down from the oven frame completely toward the oven door (See Figure 16). A tool such as a small flat-blade screwdriver may be required.
Care and Cleaning Replacing the oven light Be sure the oven is unplugged and all parts are cool before replacing oven light. The interior oven light is located at the rear of the oven cavity. (See Figure 19). To replace the oven interior light bulb: Important note: Use a paper towel or cotton glove while handling the new bulb when installing. 1. Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the appliance. 2. Replace bulb with a new 40 watt appliance bulb. 3.
Before You Call Oven Baking For best cooking results, heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies or pastries, etc. 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 Cookies and biscuits burn on the bottom. Cakes too dark on top or bottom Cakes not done in center Cakes not level.
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 effect baking results. Use proper oven rack position. Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate. Preheat oven to the set temperature before placing food in the oven. Try adjusting the recipe's recommended temperature or baking time.
