Use & Care Guide Guía de uso y cuidada English / Español Model/Modelos: 790.7523* Kenmore Elite Gas Range Estufa de gas * = color number, número de color P/N 807189801 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 Elite Limited Warranty ............................................................ 2 Before Setting Oven Controls ...................................................................... 9 Oven Vent Location ................................................................................... 9 Before Setting Surface Controls ............................................................... 10 Using Proper Cookware ........................................................................
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. Wear proper apparel. LooseTip Over Hazard fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using this appliance. Do not let • A child or adult can tip the clothing or other flammable materials come range and be killed. into contact with hot surfaces. • 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. • For electric ignition models only--Do not Read and follow the below attempt to operate the range during a instructions and precautions for unpacking, power failure. If the power fails, always installing, and servicing your appliance: turn off the range. If the range is not turned off and the power resumes, the • Remove all tape and packaging before range will begin to operate again. Once using the range.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. of the heating element to direct contact • Placement of Oven Racks - Always place and may result in ignition of clothing. oven racks in desired location while oven Proper relationship of utensil to element is cool. If rack must be moved while oven will also improve efficiency.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE Before manually cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned off and the range is cool. The range may be hot and can cause burns. • Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area around each surface element. Do not allow grease to accumulate.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 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.
Before Setting Oven Controls Oven Vent Location The oven vent is located below the control panel (See Figure 3). 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.
Before Setting Surface Controls Check Burner Cap Placement Before Operating the Surface Burners Once in place, you may check the fit by gently sliding the burner cap from side to side to be sure it is centered and firmly seated (See Figure 7). When the burner cap lip makes contact inside the center of the burner head you will be able to hear the burner cap click. Please note that the burner cap should not move off the center of the burner head when sliding from side to side.
Before Setting Surface Controls Double Ring Style Burners Using Proper Cookware The Double Ring burner only operates properly with two burner caps in place. Be sure the burner cap lips are positioned facing down towards the burner head (Figure 9) and into the recessed areas (Figure 10) on each side of the burner head. Be sure both burner caps are seated firmly and rest level on the burner head before operating (Figure 11).
Before Setting Surface Controls Setting Proper Burner Flame Size Home Canning Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge of the cooking utensil. A higher flame wastes energy, and increases your risk of being burned by the flame. Canning can generate large amounts of steam. Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to vent steam away from you. Safe canning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed and the jars are sealed completely.
Setting Surface Controls 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.
Setting Surface Controls Setting Double Ring Burners 4. When adjusting for a low or simmer type flame setting, continue to rotate the control knob counterclockwise from MED setting towards LO (See Figure 17). Between the MED and LO setting the flame for the outer ring portion of the burner will turn off leaving only the inner burner with a flame for simmering (See Figure 18). Make any further flame adjustments as needed.
Oven Controls 1 2 3 4 13 14 15 16 12 5 6 17 7 8 19 9 10 18 20 11 1. Bake - Use to start a normal Bake function. Minimum and Maximum Control Settings 2. Broil - Use to select Broil function. All of the features listed have minimum and maximum time and temperature settings that may be entered into the control. An entry acceptance beep will sound each time a key is touched.
Oven Controls Setting Timer Table 2: Minimum and maximum control settings Feature The minute timer allows you to track your cooking times without interfering with the cooking process. The timer may be set from a minimum time of 1 minute to a maximum of 11 hours and 59 minutes. Min. Temp or Time Max. Temp or Time Bake 170°F (77°C) 550°F (288°C) Broil 400°F (205°C) 550°F (288°C) Timer 1 minute 11 hrs. 59 mins.
Oven Controls Setting 12 Hour or 24 Hour Display Mode Changing Temperature Display to Fahrenheit (ºF) or Celsius (ºC) The clock display mode allows you to select 12 hr or 24 hr modes. The factory pre-set clock display mode is 12 hours. The electronic oven control is set to display °F when shipped from the factory. The display may be changed to show either °F or ºC oven temperatures. To set 12 hr or 24 hr display mode: 1. Press and hold for 6 seconds.
Oven Controls Setting Oven Lockout Operating Oven Lights The control may be programmed to lock the oven door and lock the oven control keys. The interior oven lights will automatically turn on when the oven door is opened. Oven lights will not operate during a self clean cycle. To activate the oven lockout features: 1. Be sure oven door is completely closed. Press to turn the interior oven lights on and off whenever the oven door is closed. 2. Press and hold the Oven Lock key for 3 seconds.
Oven Controls Setting Bake Use the bake feature whenever the recipe calls for baking using normal temperatures. A reminder tone will sound indicating when the set bake temperature is reached and to place the food in the oven. Bake may be set for any oven temperature between 170°F (77°C) to 550°F (288°C). To set Bake for oven temperature of 425°F: Figure 24: Baking on multiple levels Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using 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 sets a delayed starting time to oven cooking or cleaning functions. Prior to setting a delay start, be sure the time of day is set correctly.
Oven Controls Convec Bake Benefits of convection cooking include: • Foods can cook up to 25 to 30% faster. • Multiple rack baking. • When using convection, use cookware or pans with low sides. This allows the air to circulate around the food evenly. Convection functions use a fan to circulate the oven's heat uniformly and continuously around the oven. This improved heat distribution allows for fast, even cooking and browning results.
Oven Controls Setting Conv Roast To add Conv Convert to Conv Bake function using default oven set temperature of 350°F: The Conv Roast function combines a cook cycle with the convection fan to roast meats and poultry. Meats cooked using the Conv Roast function will be juicier, and poultry will be crisp on the outside while staying tender and moist on the inside. 1. 2. Press Conv Convert.
Oven Controls 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. Setting Broil Use the Broil function to cook meats that require direct exposure to radiant heat for optimum browning results. The Broil feature is factory preset to broil at 550°F. The Broil function temperature may be set at any temperature between 400°F (205°C) and 550°F (288°C).
Oven Controls Setting Slow Cook Warm & Hold™ The Slow Cook feature cooks foods more slowly and at lower oven temperatures for longer periods of time. Slow Cook is ideal for roasting beef, pork and poultry. Slow cooking meats may result in the exterior of meats becoming dark but will not burn the outside as it seals in the meat’s juices. Warm & Hold should only be used with foods that are already at serving temperatures.
Oven Controls To program oven to Bake with default oven temperature of 350°F and activate the Sabbath feature: Setting the Sabbath feature (for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays) 1. For further assistance, guidelines for proper usage, and a complete list of models with the Sabbath feature, please visit the web at www.star-k.org. Be sure the clock is set with the correct time of day. 2. Arrange oven racks, place bakeware in oven, and close oven door. 3. Press Bake.
Oven Controls Important note: To turn the oven off and keep the Sabbath feature active: Press . To turn off the Sabbath feature: Press and hold both Cook Time and Delay Start simultaneously for at least 3 seconds to turn the Sabbath feature off. The control will provide an acceptance tone, and SAb will disappear from the display. The oven is no longer programmed for the Sabbath feature. • Oven temperature adjustments will not change the Broil or Self Clean function temperatures.
Oven Controls Warmer Drawer • Warm & Ready™ Drawer In the downward position (See Figure 35) to allow for light weight food items and empty cookware (for example, rolls, pastries, and dinner plates) on the rack. The purpose of the warmer drawer is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperatures. Examples are vegetables, gravies, meats, casseroles, biscuits, rolls, and pastries. It is not recommended to heat cold food in the warmer drawer; always start with hot food.
Oven Controls 4. The warmer drawer should now be released from the rails. Remove warmer oven drawer (using level and square motion) completely out and away from the appliance. Important notes: • Always start with hot food when using the warmer drawer. Do not heat cold food in the warmer drawer. • Self Clean can not be set when the warmer drawer is active. • The warmer drawer is equipped with a catch that may require extra force to open and close the drawer. To replace the warmer drawer: 1.
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 on this model can be programmed for any duration between 2 and 4 hours. Use numeric keypad or the Up / Down arrow keys. Each time an arrow key is pressed, the time is changed by 1 minute up or down. Press START.
Oven Controls Setting Self Clean Setting Delay Start Self Clean To set self clean: To start a delay Self Clean with default clean time of 3 hours and a start time of 9:00 o’clock: 1. Be sure the oven is empty and all oven racks are removed. Remove all items from the oven. Be sure oven door is completely closed. 1. 2. Press Self Clean and the default 3 hour clean time will appear in the display. You may accept the default 3 hour clean time by going to step 3, or choose a different clean time.
Care & Cleaning Table 4: Cleaning recommendations Surface Type Recommendation Control knobs Painted body parts Painted decorative trim Aluminum, plastic, or vinyl trim 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 with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials; they can scratch. To remove control knobs, turn to OFF position.
Care & Cleaning General Cleaning To clean surface burner grates: Refer to Table 4 in this chapter for more detailed information about cleaning specific parts of the range. • Clean only after the grates are completely cool. • Use nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mild abrasive cleanser or clean in the dishwasher. • Ammonia must be rinsed before operating the oven. Provide adequate ventilation. Food soils containing acids may affect the finish. Clean immediately after the grates are cool.
Care & Cleaning Replacing Oven Light (some models) To clean the burner head ignition ports: The oven light is located at the rear of the oven cavity and is covered with a glass shield held by a wire holder. The glass shield protects the light bulb and must be in place whenever the oven is in use. Each burner head has a small ignition port located as shown. Should you experience ignition problems it may be that this port hole is partially blocked with soil.
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 away from the door hinge area. 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 Figure 42).
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 Cookies and biscuits burn on • the bottom. Cookies and biscuits put into oven before the preheating time is completed.
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. Allow the oven to preheat to the set temperature before placing food in the oven.
Before You Call Flames inside oven or smoking from • oven vent. Excessive spillovers in oven. For example, this will happen for pie spillovers or large amounts of grease left on the oven bottom. Wipe up excessive spillovers before starting oven. If flames or excessive smoke are present, follow the “Setting Broil” instructions on page 23. Oven control panel beeps and displays any F code error. • Oven control has detected a fault or error condition. Press STOP to clear the error code.
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