Kenmore 3241 manual

® GAS COOKTOP i E COCl A A GAS Models, Modelos 790. 3240-,-, 3241 -,- -,- = color number, n_mero de color !iI ................... ........... ii ....... Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com P/N 318203661 Rev. A (0903)[...]

Table of Contents Cooktop Warranty .............................................................. 2 Product Record .................................................................. 2 Serial Plate Location ......................................................... 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................... 3-4 Grounding 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 symb01 Will help alert you to situations that may cause sedous b0d!ly haim; dea[...]

important Safety instructions = Use Only Dry Potholders--IVIoist or damp pot hold- ers on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let the potholders touch the flame or burners. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a pot holder. = Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers--Buildup of pressure may cause container to burst and res[...]

Grounding instructions 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. DO NOT cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the only available outlet, it is the personal responsibility of the cons[...]

Surface Cooking Use Proper Cookware Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element. Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware Figure 1 (See Figure 1). Be sure to follow the recommendations for using cookware as shown in Figure 2. Note: The size and type of cookware use[...]

Surface Cooking ,2" Safe canning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed and the jars are sealed completely. When canning in a water bath canner, a gentle but steady boil must be maintained continuously for the required time. When canning with a pressure canner, the pressure must be maintained continuously for the required time. Ca[...]

Surface Cooking Placement of Burner Bases and Caps (Models with sealed burner only) Your cooktop is equipped with three different sized burners: Power Burner (large), Standard Burner (medium) and Simmer Burner (small). Place the burner base over each gas opening, matching the burner base size with the gas opening size. Place the burner cap on each [...]

Setting Surface Controls Sealed Burner Models Your appliance may be equipped with any combination of the following burners: Simmer Burner: This burner is best used for simmering delicate sauces, etc. Standard Burner: This burner can be used for most all surface cooking needs. Power Burner: This larger burner is best used when bringing large quantit[...]

General Care & Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of Your Cooktop Before cleaning any part of the cooktop, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the cooktop is COOL. REMOVE SPILL OVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANING NOW WILL REDUCE THE DIFFICULTY AND EXTENT OF A MAJOR CLEANING LATER. Surfaces How to Clean Aluminum (Trim [...]

General Care & Cleaning Porcelain enamel cooktop cleaning instructions Correct and consistent cleaning is essential to maintaining your porcelain enamel cooktop. If food spills and grease spatters are not removed, they may burn onto the surface of the cooktop and cause permanent discoloration. Daily Cleaning For normal soil: 1. Allow cooktop su[...]

General Care & Cleaning Open Burner Models (some models) To Raise and Lower the Top for Cleaning The cooktop is hinged and can be raised to clean the area underneath. Be sure all cooktop controls are turned to OFF and burner grates are cool. 1. Remove control knobs, burner grates and spillover bowls. Set aside. 2. Grasp the front of the cooktop[...]

General Care & Cleaning Sealed Burner Models (some models) To Clean the Burner Grates, Contoured Burner Pans, Burner Cap and Burner Base The burner grates, contoured burner pans, burner caps and burner base should be routinely cleaned. Keeping the burner ports clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame. See instructions below. To [...]

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. OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION Surface burners do not light. Surface Control knob has not been complet[...]

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmordeproduct is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and[...]

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