Kenmore 790.367 manual

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    ® GAS E Slide-in models ESTUFA A GAS IVlodelos deslizables Models, modeios 790.3670@, 790.3671 # = color number, n_mero de color _=,==.,===,,====_ 0 0_----------_ 0 0 iii ......... Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www,sears,c om P/N 318203857 Rev. B (0601)[...]

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    Table of Contents Slide-in Range Warranty ............................................................ 2 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS .................................. 3-5 Product Record .......................................................................... 5 Serial Plate Location ..............................................................[...]

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    important Safety instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. This manual contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages. The safety symbol _ calls your attention to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hut t yuu ,J_ uu _ b, or[...]

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    important heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface burners may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these areas are the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, the[...]

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    important • Avoid scratching the cooktop glass with sharp objects. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN = Use care when opening oven door or warmer drawer (if equipped)--Stand to the side of the range when opening the door of a hot oven. Let hot air or steam escape before you remove or replace food in the oven/ warmerdrawer. Safety Instruct[...]

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    PROTECTION AGREEMENTS in the U.S.A. Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore ® product 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 s[...]

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    Grounding instructions For personal safety, the cooktop must be properly grounded. For maximum safety, the power cord must be plugged into an electrical outlet that is correctly polarized and properly grounded. DO NOT Operate the cooktop using a 2-prong adapter or an extension cord. If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the only available outlet, it is t[...]

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    Range Features Your Slide=In Range Features At a Glance Dishwasher Safe Burner Grates Convection Fan Cover Electronic Warmer Drawer Control Electronic Oven Controls with Clock and Kitchen Timer BurnerValve Knob Broil Self-Cleaning Interior Oven Broil Pan Insert Searing Grill Interior Halogen Oven Ligths ustable Oven Racks Piece Door Handle Convecti[...]

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    Before Setting Surface Controls Assembly of the Surface Burner Heads, Burner Caps and Burner Grates (Porcelain Cooktop models) It is very important to make sure that all of the Surface Burner Heads, Surface Burner Caps and Surface Burner Grates are installed correctly and at the correct locations. 1. Remove all packing tape from cooktop area. Remov[...]

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    Before Setting Surface Controls Locations of the Gas Surface Burners (For models with Porcelain Cooktop = Figure 1) Your range is equipped with gas surface burners with different BTU ratings. The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the burner size increases. The small SIMMER burner is best used for simmering delicate sau[...]

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    Setting Surface Controls 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. In the event of an electrical power outage, the surface burners can be lit[...]

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    Setting Surface Controls (cont'd) Setting the Bridge Burner (some models) The Bridge Burner should be used with rectangular shaped cookware. Cookware like the cast-iron Griddle that is supplied with your range is designed specifically for best results with the Bridge Burner. The Bridge Burner feature may be used to combine the cooking power of[...]

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    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 Figure 1 cookware (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[...]

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    Surface Cooking (cont'd) Care & Seasoning of the Griddle Before first use: • Wash Griddle in hot soapy water. Rinse and then dry completely. • Apply a thin coat of vegetable oil to the entire surface (front and back of griddle). = Preheat your oven to 350°E Place the griddle on the upper rack in your oven. Bake griddle for 1 hour at 3[...]

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    Before Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Arranging Oven Racks ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN iS COOL (PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when the oven is hot. RECOMMENDED RACK POSiTiONS FOR .......... BROiLiNG, BAKING & ROASTING G Food Rack position Figure 1 Types of Oven Racks Rack positions Broiling meats, chicken [...]

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    Control Pad Features READ THE iNSTRUCTiONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various features and functions of the oven as described below. Detailed instructions for each feature and function follow later in this Use & Care Guide. DELAY START-- Use with BAKE, COOK TIME and CLEANto progr[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Setting the Clock The CLOCK _ pad is used to set the clock. The dock 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. When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted, the timer in the display will flash with &q[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (con't) Setting Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving The KITCHEN TIMER _-_ and FLEX CLEAN _ pads control the Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving ON/OFF 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[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (con't) Setting Oven Lockout Feature The _ pad controls the Oven Lockout feature. The Oven Lockout feature automatically locks the oven door and v prevents the Oven from being turned ON. it does not disable the clock, Kitchen Timer or the interior oven lights. iNSTRUCTiONS To activate the Oven Lockout feature t. Press and[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (con't) Setting Temperature Display -- Fahrenheit or Celsius: The BROIL (,B_ and FLEX CLEAN _ pads control the Fahrenheit or Celsius temperature display modes. The oven control can be programmed to display temperatures in Fahrenheit or Celsius. The oven has been preset at the factory to display in Fahrenheit. INSTRUCTIONS[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (con't) Setting Preheat The PREHEAT _ pad controls the Preheat feature. The Preheat feature will bring the oven up to temperature and then indicate when to place the food in the oven. Use this feature when recipes call for preheating. Preheating is not necessary when roasting or cooking casseroles. The oven can be program[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (con't) Setting Bake The BAKE _ pad controls normal baking. If preheating is necessary, refer to the PREHEAT _ Feature for instructions. The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170 ° F to 550 ° F. iNSTRUCTiONS PRESS DISPLAY To set the Bake Temperature (example: 350°F) t. Arrange interior oven racks a[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Oven Baking information For best results, preheat 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. R[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Setting Convection Bake The CONVECTION BAKE _ pad controls the Convection Bake feature. Use the Convection Bake feature when cooking speed is desired. The oven can be programmed for Convection baking at any temperature between 300 ° F (149 ° C) to 550 ° F (288 ° C). Convection baking uses a fan to circulate t[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Setting Convection Convert Feature The CONVERT pad is used to automatically convert a standard baking recipe for convection baking. When set properly, this feature is designed to display the actual converted (reduced) temperature in the display. Convection Convert may ONLY be used with a Bake, Timed Bake, Delayed[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Setting the Slow Cook Feature The 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 & pou[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Setting CookTime forTimed Bake orTimed Convection Bake (/_J< The BAKE _AK_ or CONVECTION BAKE _'_ and OVEN COOK TiME _ pads control the Timed Bake feature. The automatic timer of the Timed Bake feature will turn the oven OFF after cooking for the desired amount of time you select. INSTRUCTIONS PRESS DISPL[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Setting Delayed Start Bake or Convection Bake _K_ START _ pads control The BAKE,... or CONVEOT, ON BAKE OVEN COOKT,ME and DELAY V the Delayed Time Bake feature. The automatic timer of the Delayed Time Bake will turn the oven on and off at the time you select in advance. Note: if your clock is set for normal t 2 h[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Setting the Food Categories Feature: The MEATS M_'_-A_S), CAKES _ and BREADS _ pads in the Food Categories feature are used when cooking certain food items. These pads have been designed to give optimum cook performance for the foods selected in each category. The MEATS pad combines a cook cycle with the con[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Setting the Warm & Hold TM Feature The Warm & Hold _ pad turns ON the Warm & Hold feature and will maintain an oven temperature of 170°F v (77°C). The Warm & Hold feature will keep oven baked foods warm for serving up to 3 hours after cooking has finished. After 3 hours the Warm & Hold featu[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) Setting Broil The _ 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 between 400°F and 550°F. The broil pan and broil pan insert used together [...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) To Set the Sabbath Feature (for use on the Jewish Sabbath & Holidays) T_ _ @ ,,_ _ COOK TIME and DELAY START pads are used to set the Sabbath feature. The Sabbath feature may be used with the _ pad. The oven temperature may be set higher or lower after setting the Sabbath feature only (the oven temperature ad[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls (cont'd) To Set the Sabbath Feature (for use on the Jewish Sabbath & HoLidays) (continued) Should you experience a power failure or interruption, the oven will shut off. When power returns, the oven remembers that it is set to SAb and will not turn back on automatically. If your food was nearly fully cooked, you may a[...]

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    Setting Warmer Drawer Controls Arranging Warmer (Warm & Ready TM) Drawer Rack Positions The rack can be used in 2 ways: • In the upright position to allow low profile food items to be placed both under and on top of the rack (for example, rolls or biscuits on top of the rack and a casserole dish underneath). • In the downward position to al[...]

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    Setting Warmer Drawer Controls (cont'd) To Set the Warmer Drawer & Bread Proof Controls: The control and indicator lights for the Warmer Drawer Bread Proof features are located on the control panel. The temperatures are approximate, and are designated by HI (high), MED (medium) and LO (low) and BREAD PROOF. 1. Touch the O./OFF pad at the W[...]

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    Self-Cleaning 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. Move birds to another well-ventilated room. DO NOT line the oven wal[...]

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    Self=Cleaning (cont'd) Self-Clean Cycle Time Length 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. You may also choose the clean t[...]

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    Self=Cleaning (cont'd) INSTRUCTIONS Stopping or Interrupting a Self=Cleaning Cycle if it becomes necessary to stop or interrupt a self-cleaning cycle due to excessive smoke or fire in the oven: PRESS DISPLAY 1. Press @. 2. Once the oven has cooled down for approximately 1 HOUR and the "DOOR", "LOCKED" icon is no longer disp[...]

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    General Care & Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range is cool. Remove spillovers and heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleanings will reduce the effort required for major cleanings later. Surfaces Aluminum & Vinyl Control Panel and Trim [...]

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    General Care & Cleaning (cont'd) 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. The cooktop, Burner Heads and Caps should be routinely cleaned. Keeping the Burner Head Ports clean will pr[...]

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    General Care & Cleaning (cont'd) Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning and Maintenance proper cleaning is essential Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply the recommended CookTopO 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[...]

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    General Care & Cleaning (cont'd) Do not use the following on the ceramic glass cooktop: • Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads, such as metal and some nylon pads. They may scratch the cooktop, making it more difficult to clean. • Do not use harsh cleaners, such as chlorine bleach, ammonia or oven cleaners, as they may etch or[...]

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    General Care & Cleaning (cont'd) Removing and Replacing Warmer (Warm & Ready TM) Drawer [_ _ Electrical Shock Hazard can occur and result in serious injury or death. Disconnect appliance from electric power before cleaning and servicing the warmer drawer. To Remove Warmer Drawer: 1. _Turn poweroff before removing the warmerdrawer. 2. O[...]

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    Before You Call SoJutions to Common ProbJems Before you carl 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 Range is not level. Cannot move appliance easily. Appliance must be acc[...]

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    Areas of discoloration with metallic sheen. *Oven control beeps and displays any F code error (for example F11) Oven light does not work. Poor baking results. Fan noise during cooking operation. Flames inside oven or smoking from vent. Oven smokes excessively during broiling. Mineral deposits from water and food. Remove using a ceramic glass cookto[...]

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