Kenmore®
Wall Oven
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* = color number, número de color, numéro de couleur
Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Manuel d’utilisation et d’entretien
English / Español / Français
Model / Modelo / Modèle: 790.4027*
P/N A00327301 Rev. B
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto (Ontario) Canada M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca
All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.
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Table of Contents
Before Setting Oven Controls...................................................................... 7
Oven Controls ................................................................................................ 8
Care and Cleaning ...................................................................................... 13
Before You Call ............................................................................................ 16
Solutions to Common Problems .............................................................17
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This Use and Care Manual contains general operating instructions for your appliance and feature information for several models. Your product may
not have all the described features. The graphics shown are representative. The graphics on your appliance may not look exactly like those shown.
Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Kenmore Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material
and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-844-553-6667 to arrange for free repair.
This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes.
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
1. Cracks in a ceramic glass cooktop that are not a result of thermal shock.
2. Stains and scratches on a ceramic glass cooktop resulting from failure to maintain it properly according to all instructions
supplied with the product.
3. Consumable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.
4. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.
5. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
6. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the
product.
7. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.
8. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recom-
mended in all instructions supplied with the product.
9. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied warranties,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by
law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limi-
tation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so
these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States and Canada.*
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and province to
province.
* In Canada, in-home repair service is not available in all Canadian geographical areas, nor will this warranty cover user or servicer
travel and transportation expenses if this product is located in a remote area (as defined by Sears Canada Inc.) where an autho-
rized servicer is not available.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
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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. It is used to
alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Storage in or on appliance—
Flammable materials should not be stored in
an oven or near surface units. This includes
paper, plastic, and cloth items, such as cook-
books, plastic ware, and towels, as well as
flammable liquids. Do not store explosives,
such as aerosol cans, on or near the oven.
Do not leave children alone -
Children should not be left alone or unat-
tended in the area where appliance is in use.
They should never be allowed to sit or stand
on any part of the appliance.
Stepping, leaning, or sitting on
the door or drawers of an oven can result in
serious injuries and also cause damage to the
appliance.
Do not allow children to climb or
play around the oven. The weight of a child
on an open oven door may cause the oven to
tip, resulting in serious burns or other injury.
Never cover any slots, holes, or
passages in the oven bottom or cover an
entire oven rack with materials, such as
aluminum foil. Aluminum foil linings may trap
heat, causing a fire hazard.
- Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in death or serious injury.
- Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
Important: Indicates installation, operation,
maintenance, or valuable information that
is not hazard related.
Tip Over Hazard
• A child or adult can tip the
oven and be killed.
• Install the anti-tip device to
oven and/or structure per
installation instructions.
• Ensure the anti-tip device is re-engaged
when the oven is moved.
• Do not operate the oven without the
anti-tip device in place and engaged.
• Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death or serious burns to children
and adults.
Refer to the installation
instructions supplied
with your appliance for
proper installation.
Check for proper instal-
lation with a visual
check that the anti-tip
screws are present.
Anti-tip mounting
holes
Test the installation with light downward
pressure on the open oven door. The oven
should not tip forward.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
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Wear proper apparel. Loose-
fitting or hanging garments should never be
worn while using this appliance. Do not let
clothing or other flammable materials come
into contact with hot surfaces.
Do not heat unopened food
containers. Build-up of pressure may cause
container to burst and result in injury.
When heating fat or grease,
watch it closely. Grease may catch fire if it
becomes too hot.
Do not use water or flour on
grease fires. Smother fire or flame or use dry
chemical or foam-type extinguisher. Cover
the fire with a pan lid or use baking soda.
Use dry potholders. Moist or
damp potholders on hot surfaces may result
in burns from steam. Do not let potholders
touch hot cooking areas. Do not use towels or
other bulky cloths.
Do not touch heating elements or
interior surfaces of oven. Heating elements
may be hot and can cause burns even though
they are dark in color and appear to have
cooled. Other surfaces of the appliance may
become hot enough to cause burns such as
oven vent openings, oven doors, and windows
of oven doors.
Read and follow the below
instructions and precautions for unpacking,
installing, and servicing your appliance:
• Remove all tape and packaging before
using the oven. Destroy the carton and
plastic bags after unpacking the oven.
Never allow children to play with
packaging material.
• Remove the oven door from any unused
oven if it is to be stored or discarded.
• Be sure to have an appropriate foam-type
fire extinguisher available, visible, and
easily located near the appliance.
• Proper installation—Be sure your
appliance is properly installed and
grounded by a qualified technician in
accordance with the National Electrical
Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 latest edition
and local electrical code requirements. In
Canada, install in accordance with CSA
Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical
code, Part 1, and local electrical code
requirements. Install only per installation
instructions provided in the literature
package for this oven.
• User servicing—Do not repair or replace
any part of the appliance unless specifi-
cally recommended in the manuals. All
other servicing should be done only by a
qualified technician. This reduces the risk
of personal injury and damage to the
oven.
• Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified
technician and an authorized repair
service. Know how to disconnect the
power to the oven at the circuit breaker or
fuse box in case of an emergency.
• Never modify or alter the construction of
an oven by removing the leveling legs,
panels, wire covers, anti-tip brackets/
screws, or any other part of the oven.
• Do not attempt to operate the oven
during a power failure. If the power fails,
always turn off the oven. If the oven is not
turned off and the power resumes, the
oven will begin to operate again. Once
the power resumes, reset the clock and
oven function.
• Cold temperatures can damage the elec-
tronic control. When using this appliance
for the first time, or when the appliance
has not been used for an extended period
of time, be sure the appliance has been in
temperatures above 32ºF (0ºC) for at
least 3 hours before turning on the power
to the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
YOUR OVEN
• Never use your appliance for warming or
heating the room.
• Use care when opening oven door, lower
oven door, or warmer drawer (some
models). Stand to the side of the oven
when opening the door of a hot oven. Let
hot air or steam escape before you
remove or replace food in the oven.
• Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed.
Touching surfaces in this area when the
oven is on may cause severe burns. Do not
place plastic or heat-sensitive items on or
near the oven vent. These items can melt
or ignite.
• Placement of oven racks - Always place
oven racks in desired location while oven
is cool. If rack must be moved while oven
in hot, do not let potholder contact hot
heating element in oven. Use potholders
and grasp the rack with both hands to
reposition. Remove all bakeware and
utensils before moving the rack.
• Do not use a broiler pan without its insert.
Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat
to drain away from the high heat of the
broiler. Do not cover the broiler insert with
aluminum foil; exposed fat and grease
could ignite.
• Protective liners - Do not use aluminum
foil to line surface unit drip bowls or oven
bottoms, except as suggested in the
manual. Improper installation of these
liners may result in a risk of electric shock,
or fire.
• Do not cook food on the oven bottom.
Always cook in proper bakeware and
always use the oven racks.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CLEANING YOUR OVEN
Before manually cleaning any
part of the oven, be sure all controls are
turned off and the oven is cool. Cleaning a
hot oven can cause burns.
Clean the oven regularly to keep all parts
free of grease that could catch fire. Do not
allow grease to accumulate.
Always follow the manufacturer’s recom-
mended directions for use of kitchen cleaners
and aerosols. Be aware that excess residue
from cleaners and aerosols may ignite
causing damage and injury.
SELF-CLEANING OVENS (some models)
• Clean only the parts listed in this manual.
Before using self-clean, remove the broiler
pan, any food, utensils, and bakeware
from the oven. Remove oven racks unless
otherwise instructed.
• Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial
oven cleaner or oven liner protective
coating of any kind should be used in or
around any part of the oven.
• Do not clean door gasket. The door
gasket is essential for a good seal. Care
should be taken not to rub, damage, or
move the gasket.
• Some birds are extremely sensitive to the
fumes given off during the self-clean
cycle of any oven. Move birds to another
well-ventilated room.
Important Safety Notice - The California
Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement
Act requires the governor of California to
publish a list of substances known to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harms, and it requires businesses to warn
customers of potential exposures to such
substances.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Save these instructions for future reference.
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Grounding Instructions
Avoid fire hazard or electrical
shock. Failure to follow this warning may
cause serious injury, fire, or death.
This appliance must be supplied with the
proper voltage and frequency, and
connected to an individual, properly
grounded branch circuit, protected by a
circuit breaker or fuse.
It is the responsibility and obligation of the
consumer to contact a qualified installer to
assure that the electrical installation is
adequate and is in conformance with all
local codes and ordinances.
See the installation instructions packaged
with this appliance for complete installation
and grounding instructions.
Product Registration and Customer Informa-
tion
Serial Plate Location
The serial plate is on the side of the oven
frame.
Record the date of purchase, model and
serial number of your product in the corre-
sponding space below.
Model Number:_______________________
Serial Number:_______________________
Date of Purchase: _____________________
Save your sales receipt for future reference.
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Before Setting Oven Controls
Oven Vent Location
The oven vent is located above the control panel (Figure 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. Steam or moisture
may appear near the oven vent. This is normal.
Protective liners — Do not use aluminum foil to
line the oven bottom. Only use aluminum foil as recommended
in this manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in
risk of electric shock, or fire
Oven Racks
• The flat handle (or flat rack) may be used for most cooking
needs.
• To maximize the oven cooking space place the oven rack in
the lowest rack position for roasting large cuts of meat.
Arranging, Removing, and Replacing Racks
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using
the oven. When cooking, the oven interior and exterior, and
oven racks will become very hot which can cause burns.
To arrange - always arrange the oven racks when the oven is
cool.
To remove - pull the rack forward until it stops. Lift up front of
rack and slide out.
To replace - fit oven rack onto the rack guides on both sides of
oven walls. Tilt the front of oven rack upward and slide the rack
back into place. Be sure oven racks are level before using.:
Important:
• Do not line the oven walls, racks, bottom, or any other parts
of the range with aluminum foil. Doing so will alter heat
distribution, produce poor baking results, and may cause
permanent damage to the oven interior.
Figure 1: Oven vent location
Figure 2: Rack Types
Oven Vent
at oven rack
at handle
oven rack
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Oven Controls
Oven Controls
Oven Control Features
For satisfactory use of the oven, become familiar with the
various pad features and functions of the oven as described
throughout this section.
Oven control keypads:
1. Function Indicator lights - These indicator lights glow when
Bake or Broil are active.
2. Bake - Use to select the bake feature (page 10).
3. Broil - Use to select the variable broil feature (page 11).
4. Timer Set/Off - Use to set or cancel the minute timer. The
minute timer does not start or stop cooking (page 9).
5. Clock - Use to set the time of day.
6. STOP - Press STOP to end cooking or to clear any feature
previously entered except the time of day and minute timer.
7. U p / D o w n a r r o w k e y s - Use with the feature or function
pads to set oven temperature or adjusting the clock and
minute timer.
Setting the Clock
When the appliance is first plugged in or when the power
supply to the appliance has been interrupted, the display will
flash 12:00.
Important: You must set the clock for the time of day before
using the appliance.
To set clock:
1. Press once (do not hold key down).
2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold or until the
correct time of day appears in the display and release key
pad.
3. The clock should display the correct time of day.
Important: The clock cannot be changed when the oven is
cooking.
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3 4 5 6
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Table 1: Maximum and Minimum Settings
Feature* Min. Temp/Time Max. Temp/Time
Bake 170ºF (77ºC) 500ºF (260ºC)
Broil LO 400ºF (205ºC) HI 500ºF (260ºC)
Timer 1 Min. 11:59 Hr./Min.
Clock Time 1:00 Hr./Min. 12:59 Hr./Min.
* The features listed show the minimum and maximum time or tempera-
ture settings allowable
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Oven Controls
Changing the Temperature Display Mode (F or C)
The electronic oven control is set to display Fahrenheit (F) when
shipped from the factory. The display may be changed to show
either Fahrenheit or Celsius (C) oven temperatures.
To change temperature display mode:
1. Press and hold Broil for 6-8 seconds until F or C appears in
the display. At this time the display will show the current
temperature display mode whether set for F or C.
2. Press either or to toggle between F or C.
3. To accept the change, wait until the oven control provides
the acceptance beep.
4. The display will return to the time of day with the tempera-
ture display mode changed the next time the oven is set for
Bake or Broil.
Important:
If at any time during the process of changing the temperature
display mode you decide not to change the mode, press
once before the acceptance beep. The temperature display
mode cannot be changed when Bake or Broil is active.
Oven Light
The interior oven light (some models) will automatically turn on
when the oven door is opened. Press the rocker switch marked
OVEN LIGHT on the left side of the control panel to turn the
oven light on and off whenever the oven door is closed.
When baking leave oven light off.
The interior oven lights are located in the upper rear corners of
the oven interior. See “Replacing the Oven Lights” on page 14
for more information.
Setting the Timer
The timer allows you to track cooking times without interfering
with the cooking process. The timer may be set from 1 minute up
to 11 hours and 59 minutes.
Important: The Timer will not start or stop the cooking process. It
serves as an extra timer in the kitchen that will beep when the
set time has run out. The minute timer can be used alone or
when Bake or Broil is active. If another feature is active when
the timer is running, the minute timer will show in the display.
To set the timer:
1. Press Timer Set/Off.
2. Press to increase the time in one minute increments.
Press and hold to increase the time in 10 minute incre-
ments. The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1
minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes.
Note: If is pressed first, the timer will advance to 11
hours and 59 minutes.
3. When the set time has run out, the timer will sound a 3
second tone. 0:00 will show in the display until Timer
Set/Off is pressed.
To change the time remaining on the Timer:
While the timer is active, press and hold or to
increase or decrease the time remaining.
To cancel the timer press Timer Set/Off once.
Figure 3: Oven light switch
STOPSTOP
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Oven Controls
Setting Bake
The oven may be programmed to bake at any temperature from
170°F to 500°F (77°C to 260°C). The factory preset bake
temperature is 350°F (176°C). During bake the light will indicate
bake is cycling to maintain the set temperature.
For the best results when baking:
• Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies,
biscuits, and breads.
• Leave oven light off when baking.
• When using any single rack for baking, position pans as
shown below using rack position 2.
• When baking cakes using two oven racks, place racks in
positions 2 and 4 and position cake pans as shown (See
Figure 5).
• Use positions 2 and 4 when baking cookies on multiple
pans.
• Dark or dull pans absorb more heat than shiny bakeware
resulting in dark or overbrowning of foods. It may be
necessary to reduce the oven temperature or cook time to
prevent overbrowning of some foods. Dark pans are recom-
mended for pies. Shiny pans are recommended for cakes,
cookies, and muffins.
• Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between cookware
for proper air circulation and be sure pans and cookware
do not touch each other, the oven door, sides or back of the
oven cavity. Hot air must be able to circulate around the
cookware in the oven for even heat to reach around the
food.
• Do not open oven door often. Opening the door will reduce
the temperature in the oven and may increase cook time.
Food Poisoning Hazard. Do not let food sit
more than 1 hour before or after cooking. Doing so can result in
food poisoning or sickness.
To set Bake:
1. Arrange racks when the oven is cool.
2. Press Bake. — — — appears in display.
3. Within 5 seconds, press or . The display will show
350°F (176°C).
4. By pressing and holding or , the temperature can
be adjusted in 5°F (1ºC) increments.
5. As soon as or is released, the oven will begin
preheating to the selected temperature. The control will
beep when the oven reaches the set baking temperature.
To change oven temperature after Bake has started:
1. Press Bake once. Visually check the bake temperature and
that it needs to be changed.
2. Press or to increase or decrease the set tempera-
ture to the desired new oven temperature.
When Bake is active the oven begins to preheat. When the oven
reaches the set temperature the control emits a tone to signal
the oven is ready. The oven will cycle on and off while it heats to
keep the set temperature.
To cancel Bake at any time, press .
Always use oven mitts when using the oven.
When cooking, oven racks become very hot and can cause
burns.
Figure 4: Single rack baking pan positions
Figure 5: Rack positions (L) and cookware placement (R)
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Oven Controls
Setting Broil
Use the broil function to cook meats that require direct exposure
to radiant heat for optimum browning results. The Broil function
is factory preset to broil at 500°F (260ºC).
Should an oven fire occur, close the oven door
and turn the oven off. If the fire continues, use a Class B/C fire
extinguisher. Do not put water or flour on the fire. Flour may be
explosive.
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using
the oven. When cooking, the oven interior, exterior, and oven
racks will become very hot which can cause burns.
Broiling Tips:
• Always broil with door closed. Be sure to pull the rack out to
the stop position before turning or removing food.
• Always use the broiler pan with the insert when broiling. It
allows the dripping grease to drain away from the high
heat of the broil element. Do not use the pan without the
insert. Do not cover the insert with aluminum foil. The
exposed grease could catch fire.
• The suggested broil settings (See Table 2 ) are recommen-
dations only. Adjust times or rack positions to suit for
doneness. If the food you are broiling is not listed in the
table, follow the instructions provided in your cookbook.
To set Broil:
1. Arrange the oven racks when cool.
2. Press Broil. The display will show
— —.
3. Press or until the desired broil setting level
appears in the display: nor for normal, hi for high, and lo
for low setting. For optimum browning results, preheat oven
for 2 minutes before adding food.
4. Place the insert on the broil pan, then place the food on the
broil pan insert (See Figure 6).
5. Broil on one side until food is browned. Turn and broil food
on the other side. Keep oven door closed when broiling.
6. When finished broiling or to cancel broil at any time, press
.
Important: If a broiler pan and insert are not supplied with this
appliance, they may be purchased from Sears. Call 1-844-553-
6667 and order broiler pan kit 5304442087.
Figure 6: Rack positions (L) and broiler pan (R)
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Table 2: Suggested Broil Settings for Electric Ovens
Food Item Rack position* Temp
Cook time in minutes
1st side 2nd side
Internal Temp Doneness
Steak 1” thick 4th Hi 5 4 140°F (60°C)* Rare*
Steak 1” thick 4th Hi 6 4 160°F (71°C) Medium
Steak 1” thick 4th Hi 7 5 170°F (77°C) Medium-well
Pork chops 3/4” thick 4th Hi 8 6 170°F (77°C) Well
Chicken - Bone In 3rd Lo 20 10 170°F (77°C) Well
Chicken Boneless 4th Lo 8 6 170°F (77°C) Well
Fish 4th Hi as directed
as directed
Well
Shrimp 4th Hi Well
Hamburger 1” thick 4th Hi 4 4 140°F (60°C) Rare**
Hamburger 1” thick 4th Hi 9 7 160°F (71°C) Medium
Hamburger 1” thick 4th Hi 10 8 170°F (77°C) Well
The U.S. Department of Agriculture states, *Rare fresh beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140°F (60°C) means some food poisoning organisms
may survive.” (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide, USDA Rev. June 1985.) The lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145°F (63°C) for medium rare
fresh beef. For well done 170°F (77ºC). All cook times shown are after 2 minutes of preheating.
Broiling is direct heat cooking and will produce some smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from the element. Always watch food carefully to prevent
burning.
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Oven Controls
Adjusting the Oven Temperature
Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure
an accurate baking temperature. For the first few uses, follow
your recipe times and temperature recommendations carefully.
If you think the oven is cooking too hot or too cool for your
recipe times, you may adjust the control so the oven cooks hotter
or cooler than the temperature displayed.
Important note:
• Do not use oven thermometers (such as those found in
grocery stores) to check the temperature settings inside the
oven. These oven thermometers may vary as much as 20ºF
to 40°F (11ºC to 23ºC) from actual temperatures.
• If at any time during the process of adjusting the oven
temperature feature you decide not to make the change,
press once before the acceptance beep tone.
• The oven temperature adjustment feature cannot be
modified if Bake or Broil is active.
To adjust oven temperature:
1. Press and hold Bake, and release after the display shows the
factory temperature setting of 00. The last adjusted value
will appear in the display instead.
2. You may increase oven temperature in 5°F (1ºC) increments
with each press of . You may decrease oven tempera-
ture in 5°F (1ºC) increments with each press of . The
total adjustment range is ±35°F (±18ºC).
3. To accept the change, wait until the oven control provides
the acceptance beep.
4. The oven temperature adjustment has been accepted by the
oven control and the display will return to the time of day.
Cleaning the Oven
Important: To help remove excessive spills from the oven bottom,
the lower element may be tilted up. Remove lowest oven rack
before attempting to raise the element. Handle the element only
when the oven is completely cool. Do not raise the element more
than 4 or 5 inches (See Figure 7).
• Remove the broiler pan and insert, all utensils and any
aluminum foil when cleaning.
• Do not line the oven walls, racks, bottom or any other parts
of the range with aluminum foil. Doing so will alter heat
distribution, produce poor baking results, and may cause
permanent damage to the oven interior.
• Clean any soil from the oven frame, the door liner outside
the oven door gasket and the small area at the front center
of the oven bottom. These areas heat sufficiently to burn soil
on. Clean with soap and water. These areas are shown in
white (See Figure 8).
• Do not clean the oven door gasket (See Figure 8). The
woven material of the oven door gasket is essential for a
good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or
remove the gasket.
• Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content
(such as milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling)
to remain on the surface as they may leave a dull spot even
after cleaning.
• Remove any excessive spills. Spills on the oven bottom
should be wiped up and removed. Use hot, soapy water and
a cloth.
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Figure 7: Exposed bake elements
Figure 8: Hand clean oven door frame; avoid rubbing gasket.
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Care and Cleaning
Cleaning Various Parts of Your Oven
Before cleaning any part of the oven, ensure 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 and time of major cleaning later.
Surface Type Recommendation
Aluminum, plastic, or vinyl trim
Painted body parts
Painted decorative trims
Plastic
Use hot, soapy water and dry with a clean cloth. Use a soft cloth and clean with mild dish
detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Follow by rinsing the area
with clean water; dry and polish with a soft cloth. Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on
a soft cloth first. Do not spray liquids directly on the oven control and display area. Do not
use large amounts of water on the control panel. Excess water on the control may damage
the appliance. Do not use other liquid cleaners, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or paper
towels. They will damage the finish.
Control panel
Control keypad membrane
Decorative trim (some models)
Use a soft cloth and clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar
and water. Follow by rinsing the area with clean water; dry and polish with a soft cloth. Glass
cleaners may be used if sprayed on a soft cloth first. Do not spray liquids directly on the oven
control and display area. Do not use large amounts of water on the control panel. Excess
water on the control area may cause damage to the appliance. Do not use other liquid
cleaners, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or paper towels. They will damage the finish.
Stainless Steel (some models) Only use cleaners and polishes specifically manufactured for cleaning stainless steel. Always
rub in direction of metal grain to avoid damaging. Do not use cleaners with high concentra-
tions of chlorine. Do not use harsh scrubbing cleaners. Polish with a lint-free cloth. Wipe
excess cleaner/polish off from the metal surface as bluish stains may occur during future
oven heating that cannot be removed. Clean heavier soils with hot, soapy water and a cloth
or sponge. Use clean water to rinse; use a cloth to dry.
Porcelain enamel broiler pan and
Insert (available by mail order)
Door liner and body parts
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1 solution of
clear water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper
towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, and then scrub with a
soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or the
porcelain may become damaged during future heating.
Oven interior Remove oven racks from the oven cavity before cleaning the oven interior. Use a mild,
abrasive cleaner following manufacturer’s instructions. Rinse with clean water and dry.
Oven door Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top, sides, and front of the oven door. Rinse well.
You may use a glass cleaner on the outside door glass. Do not immerse the door in water. Do
not spray or allow water or the glass cleaner to enter the door vents. Do not use oven
cleaners, cleaning powders, or any harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the
oven door.The oven gasket is essential for a good seal. It is located on the inner frame of the
door and visible when the door is opened. Do not clean the oven door gasket. On self clean
models, the oven door gasket is made of a woven material. Care should be taken not to rub,
damage, or remove this gasket.
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Care and Cleaning
General Cleaning
Before manually cleaning any part of the oven, be sure all controls are
turned off and the oven is cool. Ammonia must be rinsed before
operating the oven. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear rubber gloves
when cleaning the appliance manually. Remove spillovers and heavy
soiling as soon as possible.
Aluminum Foil, Aluminum Utensils, and Oven Liners
Never cover any slots, holes, or passages in the oven bottom or cover an
entire oven rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks
air flow through the oven and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning.
Aluminum foil linings may trap heat, causing a fire hazard.
Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil or any other oven liners or
materials to line the oven bottom. The high heat of the oven can melt
these materials to the oven cavity and ruin the oven. These types of
materials can also reduce the effectiveness of the air circulation in the
oven and produce poor baking results.
•Aluminum foil - Only use aluminum foil as recommended in this
manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of
electric shock or fire.
•Oven racks - Do not use aluminum foil to cover the oven racks.
Using a liner in the oven restricts the heat and air flow needed to
obtain the best possible cooking results for any oven.
Adhere to the following precautions when using spray oven cleaners:
• Do not spray cleaner on the electrical controls or switches because
it could cause a short circuit and result in sparking or fire.
• Do not spray any cleaner on the oven door trim or gasket, handles,
or any exterior surfaces of the oven, plastic or painted surfaces.
The cleaner can damage these surfaces.
Cleaning Exposed Bake Ovens
The bake element is located in the bottom of the oven cavity
(Figure 9). If the lower bake element is visible it may be tilted up
to allow easier access to the oven bottom for cleaning. Be
careful not to raise the element more than 4 or 5 inches from the
resting position. Remove the bottom oven rack before raising the
element.
Broiler Pan Cleaning Tips
To prevent grease from baking on, remove the broiler pan from the
oven as soon as cooking is completed. Use hot pads because the broiler
pan is extremely hot. Pour off grease. Soak the pan in hot, soapy water.
Clean the broiler pan as soon as possible after each use. If necessary,
use soap-filled steel wool pads. Heavy scouring may scratch the grid.
Replacing the Oven Lights
The interior oven lights are located at the rear of the oven cavity and
covered with a glass shield. The glass shield must be in place whenever
the oven is in use (See Figure 10).
Be sure the oven is unplugged or power is turned off and all parts are
cool before replacing oven light. Wear a leather-faced glove for
protection against possible broken glass. Do not allow your fingers to
touch the new bulb when replacing. This will shorten the life of the bulb.
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. Remove interior oven light shield by turning a quarter turn counter-
clockwise.
3. Replace bulb with a new T-4 type Halogen 25 watt appliance
bulb.
4. Replace glass oven light shield by rotating clockwise.
5. Turn power back on again at the main source (or plug the
appliance back in).
6. Be sure to reset the time of day on the clock.
Figure 9: Exposed bake element in oven cavity
Figure 10: Halogen light
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Care and Cleaning
Removing and Replacing the Oven Door
The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat
with the inside of the door facing down.
To prevent possible burns, do not attempt to remove the oven
door until the oven has completely cooled.
To remove the oven door:
1. Open oven door completely, horizontal with floor
(Figure 11).
2. Pull down the door hinge locks located on each hinge
support toward front of the oven until the lock stops.
(Figure 12).
3. Grasp the door by the sides, and close the door until the
door frame makes contact with unlocked hinges. (Figure 13)
4. Pull the bottom of the door toward you while rotating the
top of the door toward the appliance to completely
disengage the hinge arm from the roller pins. (Figure 14).
To replace the oven door:
1. Firmly grasp both sides of oven door along the door sides.
Do not use the oven door handle (Figure 13).
2. Hold the oven door at the same angle as the removal
position. Carefully seat the hinge arms over the roller pins
until you feel the hinge levers are secure.
3. Fully open the oven door, horizontal with floor (Figure 11).
4. Push the door hinge locks up toward and into the oven
frame on both left and right oven door hinges to the locked
position (Figure 13).
5. Close the oven door.
IMPORTANT!
Special Door Care Instructions - Most oven doors contain glass
that can break.
Read the following recommendations:
• Do not close the oven door until all the oven racks are fully
in place.
• Do not hit the glass with pots, pans, or any other object.
• Scratching, hitting, jarring, or stressing the glass may
weaken its structure causing an increased risk of breakage
at a later tim
e.
Figure 11: Location of hinges
Figure 12: Hinge locks
Figure 13: Lifting door from hinge hooks.
Figure 14: Remove (and replace) door
Oven door
hinge
locations
L
O
C
K
about
10°
hinge
oven
door
roller
pin
hinge
arm
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BEFORE YOU CALL
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 Causes Corrections
Cookies and biscuits burn
on the bottom.
• Cookies and biscuits put into oven
before the preheating time is
completed.
• Oven rack is overcrowded or
rack position too low.
• Dark pans absorb heat too fast.
• Allow oven to preheat to desired temperature before placing
food in oven.
• Choose pan sizes that will permit 2” to 4” of air space (5.1
cm to 10.2 cm) on all sides when placed in the oven.
• Use a medium weight baking sheet.
Cakes too dark on top or
bottom
• Cakes put in oven before
preheating time is completed.
• Rack position too high or too low.
• Oven too hot.
• Allow oven to preheat to the selected temperature before
placing food in the oven.
• Use proper rack position for baking needs.
• Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) lower than recommended.
Cakes not done in center • Oven too hot.
• Incorrect pan size.
• Pan not centered in oven.
• Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) lower than recommended.
• Use pan size suggested in recipe.
• Use proper rack position and place pan so there is 2” to 4”
(5.1 cm to 10.2 cm) of space on all sides of pan.
Cakes not level. • Oven not level.
• Pan too close to oven wall or rack
overcrowded.
• Pan warped.
• Oven light left on while baking.
• Place a marked glass measuring cup filled with water on the
center of the oven rack. If the water level is uneven, refer to
the installation instructions for leveling the oven.
• Be sure to allow 2” to 4” (5.1 cm to 10.2 cm) of clearance on
all sides of each pan in the oven.
• Do not use dented or warped pans.
• Leave oven light off while baking.
Foods not done when
cooking time is over.
• Oven too cool.
• Oven overcrowded.
• Oven door opened too
frequently.
• Set oven temperature 25°F (13°C) higher than suggested and
bake for the recommended time.
• Be sure to remove all pans from the oven except the ones to
be used for baking.
• Open the oven door only after shortest recommended
baking time.
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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
Oven control panel beeps and
displays error codes
• Oven control has detected a fault or error condition. Press STOP to clear the error code.
• Try bake or broil function. If the F or E code error repeats, turn off power to appliance, wait 5
minutes and then repower appliance. Set clock with correct time of day. Try bake or broil
function again. If fault recurs, press STOP to clear.
Poor baking results • Many factors affect 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. If you feel the oven is too hot or cool, see “Adjusting the Oven Temperature” on
page 12.
Appliance is not level. • Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear not level. Be sure cabinets are square and
have sufficient room for appliance clearance.
Cannot move appliance easily. • Cabinets not square or are built in too tight to allow clearance for appliance. Contact builder or
installer to make appliance accessible.
Appliance does not operate. • Make sure power cord is plugged properly into outlet. If electricity to home is working, check
fuse box or breaker. Call your local electric company for service outage information.
• Service wiring is not complete. Call 1-844-553-6667 for assistance (See back cover).
Flames inside oven or smoking
from oven vent.
• Excessive spills in oven. Grease or food spilled onto oven bottom or oven cavity. Wipe up
excessive spills before starting oven. If flames or excessive smoke are present see “Setting Broil”
on page 11.
Self Clean does not work • Oven control not set properly. Make sure the oven door is closed. Make sure you have removed
the oven racks. See “Cleaning the Oven” on page 12
Oven does not operate. • The time of day is not set. The oven clock must first be set in order to operate the oven. See
“Setting the Clock” on page 8.
• Be sure oven controls are set properly. See “Oven Control Features” beginning on page 8 and
review instructions for the desired cooking function in this manual.
Soil not completely removed
after Self Clean
• Excessive spills on oven bottom. Clean before starting Self Clean.
• Failure to clean soil from the oven frame, the door liner outside the gasket, and the small area
at the front center of the oven bottom. These areas are not in the self cleaning area, but get hot
enough to burn on residue. Clean these areas before starting the self cleaning cycle. Burned-on
residue can be cleaned with a stiff nylon brush and water or a nylon scrubber. Be careful not to
damage the oven gasket.
Oven smokes excessively when
broiling
• Incorrect setting. See “Setting Broil” on page 11.
• Meat too close to the broil element. Reposition broil rack to provide proper clearance between
the meat and broil element. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining fatty edges to prevent
curling, but do not cut into lean.
• Grease build up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling frequently.
Grease or food splatters will cause excessive smoking.
Oven racks discolored or do
not slide easily
• Oven racks left in oven cavity during Self Clean. Always remove oven racks from oven cavity
before starting a self clean cycle. Clean by using a mild abrasive cleaner following manufac-
turer's instructions. Rinse with clean water, dry and replace in oven.
Oven light does not work. • Be sure the oven light is secure in the socket. See “Replacing the Oven Lights” on page 14.
