Kenmore 790.9270 manual

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    Use & Care Guide Guia de uso y cuidada English / Espafiol Model/Modelos: I<en 790.9270%9280%9290 _ @ coo s __©e% ee P/N 316902011 Rev A Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.kenmore.com www.sears.com[...]

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    Table of Contents Appliance Warranty ............................................................................. 2 Important Safety Instructions ......................................................... 3-6 Product Record/Serial Plate Location ............................................... 6 Before Setting Oven Controls .........................[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. Definitions _This is the alert It is used to alert to safety symbol. you potential personal injury hazards, Obey aJJ safety messages[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Aluminum toll linings may trap heat, causing a fire hazard. DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN ALONE m children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where appliance is in use. They should neve[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions iMPORTANT iNSTRUCTiONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP * Know which knob controls each surface heating unit. Place a pan of food on the surface element unit before turning it on, and turn the element off before removing the pan. * Use proper pan size m This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions iMPORTANT iNSTRUCTiONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE iMPORTANT iNSTRUCTiONS FOR SELF- CLEANING OVENS Before manually cleaning any part of the range, be sure aii 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 ca[...]

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    Before Setting Oven Controls Oven vent location The oven vent is located under the left side of the control panel (See Fig. 1). 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. oven vent 7 Fig. 1 Removing, replacing and arranging[...]

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    Before Setting Surface Contro& Using proper cookware The size and type of cookware used wiii influence the radiant element power levei setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in both Figs. 1 &2. Fig. 1 Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of [...]

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    Before Setting Surface Controls About the ceramic glass cooktop The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the glass. The design of the ceramic cooktop outlines the area of the surface element underneath. Be sure to match the pan size with the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop and only flat-bottomed c[...]

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    Before Setting Surface Controls Types of cooktop surface elements The ceramic glass cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the glass. The patterns on the ceramic glass will outline the size and type of element available. The single radiant element or elements will have one round outline pattern shown on the cooktop. The w[...]

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    Setting Surface Controls Radiant surface element settings The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being cooked wiil influence the surface element power level setting needed for best cooking results. The suggested settings found in Fig. 1 below are based when cooking with medium-weight aluminum pans with lids. Settings may[...]

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    Setting Surface Contro& Dual radiant surface element (some models) To operate the dual radiant element: 1. Place correctly sized cookware on single radiant surface element. 2. Push in and turn the surface control knob clockwise to begin heating both the inner and outer portions of the element (marked dual - See Fig. 2). If only the inner heatin[...]

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    Setting Surface Controls Triple radiant surface element (some models) To operate the dual radiant element: 1. Place correctly sized cookwore on single radiant surface element. 2. Push in and turn the surface control knob clockwise to begin heating both the inner and outer portions of the element (marked dual - See Fig. 2). If only the inner heating[...]

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    Setting Surface Controls Wclrm & Recldy TM Zone (some models) The purpose of the warmer zone is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Use the warmer zone feature (See Fig. 1) to keep cooked foods hot such as; vegetables, gravies, casseroles, soups, stews, breads, pastries and oven- safe dinner plates. Fig. 1 Always start with hot foo[...]

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    Oven Control Functions For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar with the various key pad functions and features of the oven. OVEN FUNCTIONS Conv Conv Conv Bake Roast Convert 2 3 4 5 6 Cook Delay Timer Add 1 Time Start Set/Off Minute 7 8 9 OVEN LOCKOUT Oven control keypads 1. Cony Bake or Convection Bake - Use to select Conv Bake (some mod[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Setting Clock When the appliance is first powered up, ]2:00 wiil flash in the display (See Fig. 1). The time of day must first be set before operating the oven. Fig. ] Example; to set the clock to 1:30: (_) key pad. 1. Press 2. Enter | 3 0 using numeric key pads. 3. Press ;START * Important note: The clock cannot be changed wh[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Changing oven temperature display The oven control is preset to display °F (Fahrenheit) when shipped from the factory. The control can be changed to display either Fahrenheit or Celsius. Example; to change the temperature to display °C (Celsius) or °F (Fahrenheit): 1. Press and hold Broil key pad for 6 seconds. 2. Press Fle[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Setting Preheat For best baking performance use the Preheat feature. The Preheat feature wiii bring the oven up to the set cooking temperature. A reminder tone wiii sound indicating when the set temperature is reached and to place the food in the oven. When the oven is finished preheating the preheat feature will perform like [...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Setting Cook Time Use Cook Time to program the oven control to automatically turn the oven function off after a desired length of time. 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. Foods that can easily spoil such as milk, eggs, fi[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Cony Bake (some models) Convection Bake (some models) Benefits of the convection bake feature -- Foods may cook up to 25 to 30% faster, saving time and energy. -- Multiple rack baking. -- No special pans or bakeware needed. Convection functions use a fan to circulate the oven's heat uniformly and continuously around the o[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Cony Roast (some models) The Conv Roast function combines a cool< cycle with the convection fan to roast meats and poultry. Meats cooked with Conv Roast function will be juicer and poultry will be crisp on the outside while staying tender and moist on the inside. Conv Roast may be set for any oven temperature Between 170°F[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Broil Use the broil function to cool< 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). Be aware that the suggested broil settings t[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Slow Cook The Slow Cook feature may be used to cook foods more siowiy and at lower oven temperatures. Slow Cook provides cooking results much the same way as a Slow Cooker or Crock-Pot. The Slow Cook feature is ideal for roasting beef, pork & poultry. Slow Cooking meats may result in the exterior of meats becoming dark but[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Warm & Hold TM Warm & Hold wiii keep cooked foods warm for serving up to 3 hours after cooking has finished. After 3 hours the Warm & Hold wiii shut-off automatically. Warm & Hold should only be used with foods that are already at serving temperatures. Warm & Hold wiii maintain the oven temperature at 170 ?[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Recipe Recall (cont_d) To quickly erase all stored recipes: 1. Press and hold the 7 key pad until the first single tone sounds (6 seconds). 2. After the first tone press START; once. Any stored recipes will be erased. Important note: Clearing all recipes will also reset aii other adjustments to factory settings. These include [...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Sabbath Feature (for use on the Jewish Sabbath & Holidays) For further assistance, guidelines for proper usage and a complete list of models with the Sabbath feature, please vist the web at http:www.sta r-k.org. The Cook Time and Delay Start key pads are used to set the Sabbath feature. The Sabbath feature may only be us[...]

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    Setting Oven Controls Sabbath Feature (for use on the Jewish Sabbath & Holidays) Example = to turn the oven off and keep the Sabbath feature active: [] Press STOP. Example = to turn off the Sabbath feature: Press and hold both Cook Time and Delay Start key pads simultaneously for at least 3 seconds to turn the Sabbath feature off. The control w[...]

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    Setting Warmer Drawer Control Warm _ Ready TM drawer (some models) 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. The warmer drawer may al[...]

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    Setting Warmer Drawer Control Warmer drawer indicator light The indicator light is located above the Warmer Drawer thermostat control knob. It turns on when the control is set, and stays on until the control is turned OFF. Setting warmer drawer The thermostat control knob is used to select the temperature for the warmer drawer. It is located on the[...]

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    Flex 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 aftwerwards with a damp cloth. The Flex Clean function allows you to set any amout of cleaning time from 2 hours to 4 hours. A 3-hour cleaning time is[...]

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    Flex Clean As soon as Flex Clean becomes active, a motor driven lock mechanism wiii begin locking the oven door automatically. DOOR LOCKED wiii appear in the display (See Fig. 1). DO NOT open the oven door when DOOR LOCKED is flashing (allow 15 seconds for the lock mechanism to lock the oven). Once the oven door has ioci<ed, CLn wiii appear in t[...]

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    Care & Cleaning Cleaning recommendation table Surface type Recommendation Control knobs Pointed body ports Pointed decorative trim Aluminum, plastic or vinyl trim pieces 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 [...]

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    Care & Cleaning Cooktop maintenance Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop. 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- abra[...]

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    Care & Cleaning Cooktop cleaning Do not use the following on the 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 discolor the cookto[...]

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    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. The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the [...]

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    Before You Call • Sobfions to common problems Before you call for service, review the following list. It may save you time & expense. Possible solutions to these problems 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 fo[...]

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    Before You Call • Solutions to common problems Problem Solution Oven smokes excessively when broiling. ° Incorrect setting. Follow broiling instructions in Setting Oven Controls section. * 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[...]

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    Before You Call • Solutions to common problems Problem Solution Scratches or abrasions on cooktop surface. Coarse particles such as salt or hardened soils between cooktop and utensils can cause scratches. Be sure cooktop surface and bottoms of utensils are clean before usacje. Small scratches do not affect cooking and will become less visible wit[...]

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    Protection Agreements 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 save you money [...]

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