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Table of Contents Product Record
Free-Standing Range Warranty ......................................... 2
Product Record ................................................................. 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................... 3-4
Master Protection Agreements .......................................... 5
Range Features .................................................................. 6
Before Setting Oven Controls ........................................ 7-8
Setting Surface Controls .................................................... 8
Surface Cooking ................................................................. 8
Oven Control Functions ..................................................... 9
Setting Oven Controls .................................................. 9-11
General Care & Cleaning ........................................... 12-15
Before You Make a Service Call ................................. 16-17
Sears Service .................................................... Back Cover
In this space below, record the date of purchase, model and
serial number of your product. You will find the model and
serial number printed on an identification plate. This serial
plate is located on the right side of the oven front frame in
the storage or warmer drawer compartment. See bottom
of this page for the serial plate location.
Model No. 790.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
Free-Standing Range Warranty
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS
For one year from the date of purchase, when installed and operated according to the Installation Instructions and Use &
Care Guide, if any part of this range fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair or replace it, at our
option, free of charge.
ADDITIONAL FOUR-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON RANGE PARTS
For the second through the fifth year from the date of purchase, when installed and operated according to the
Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide, Sears will supply the following range parts free of charge if they
fail for the reasons listed below. Customer must pay labor cost of installation.
• Cooktop glass if it fails due to thermal shock
• Cooking elements ifthey are defective
• Rubber seal if it cracks between the cooktop glass and the porcelain edge.
What Sears will not cover:
• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose.
• Damage to the cooktop glass caused by the use of cleaners or utensils other than the recommended cleaning cream
and tools.
• Damage to the cooktop glass caused by hardened spills of sugary materials (including starches from vegetables or
pastas) or melted plastic that are not cleaned according to the directions in the Use & Care Guide.
• Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
If this product is subjected to other than private residential use, all warranty coverage is effective for only 90 days.
WARRANTY SERVICE ISAVAILABLE BY CONTACTING SEARS AT
1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Serial Plate Location
You will find the model and serial number printed on a serial plate.
This serial plate is located on the right side of the oven front frame
behind the lower panel or storage drawer compartment.
Please see the illustration at right for the exact location.
Remember to record the serial number for future reference (See
top of this page) under Product Record.
Serial plate location;
lower panel (on some models)
storage drawer.
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.
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This Symbol Wi!l helP alert youto situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.
• Remove all tape and packaging before using the range.
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the range.
Never allow children to play with packaging material.
• 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.
Install only per installation instructions provided in the
literature package for this range.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an
authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the power
to the range at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an
emergency.
• User servicing--Do not repair or replace any part of the
appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals.
All other servicing should be done only by a qualified
technician. This may reduce the risk of personal injury and
damage to the range.
• Never modify or alter the construction of a range by
removing leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip
brackets/screws, or any other part of the product.
All ranges can tip.
Injury to persons could result.
Install anti-tip device packed with range.
See Installation Instructions.
To reduce the risk of tipping,
the range must be secured by properly
installed anti-tip bracket provided with the
range. To check if the bracket is installed
properly, visually check that rear leveling leg
is inserted into and fully secured by the anti-
tip bracket by removing lower panel or
storage drawer. For models with a warmer
drawer, grasp the top rear edge of the range
and carefully attempt to tilt it forward. Refer
to the Installation Instructions for proper anti-
tip bracket installation.
Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or
drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and also
cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to climb or
play around the range. The weight of a child on an open door
may cause the range to tip, resulting in serious burns or other
injury.
Do not use the oven or warmer drawer (if
equipped) for storage.
Do not store items of interest to children in
the cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range.
Children climbing on the range to reach items could be
seriously injured.
Never Use Your Appliance for Warming or
Heating the Room.
• Storage in or on Appliance--Flammable materials should
not be stored in an oven, warmer drawer, near surface
units or in the storage drawer. This includes paper, plastic
and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels,
as well as flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as
aerosol cans, on or near the range.
• Do Not Leave Children Alone--Children should not be left
alone or unattended in the area where appliance is in use.
They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the
appliance.
• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS, AREAS NEAR THESE
UNITS, HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF
THE OVEN. Both surface units and oven heating elements
may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near
surface units 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 cook top, surfaces facing
the cook top, the oven vent openings and surfaces near these
openings, oven door and window.
• Wear Proper Apparel--Loose-fitting or hanging garments
should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let
clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces.
• Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires--Smother the
fire with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry chemical or
foam-type extinguisher.
• When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or grease
may catch fire if allowed to become too hot.
• Use Only Dry Potholdere--Moist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let
potholders touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or
other bulky cloth instead of a potholder.
• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers--Buildup of
pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury.
• Remove the oven door from any unused range if it is to be
stored or discarded.
IMPORTANT--Do not attempt to operate the range during a
power failure, if the power fails, always turn off the range, if the
range is not turned off and the power resumes, the range will
begin to operate again. Once the power resumes, reset the
clock and oven function.
Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
YOUR COOKTOP
• Know which knob controls each surface heating unit. Place
a pan of food on the unit before turning it on, and turn the unit
off before removing the pan.
• Use Proper Pan Size--This appliance is equipped with one
or more surface units of different sizes. Select utensils having
flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating
element. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion
of the heating element to direct contact and may result in
ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to element
will also improve efficiency.
• Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend
Over Adjacent Surface Elements--To reduce the risk of
burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to
unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of the utensil
should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not
extend over adjacent surface units.
• Never Leave Surface Elements Unattended at High Heat
Settings--Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that
may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt.
• Do Not Immerse or Soak Removable Heating Elements--
Heating elements should never be immersed in water.
Heating elements clean themselves during normal operation.
• Glazed Cooking Utensils--Only certain types of glass, glass/
ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are
suitable for cook top service without breaking due to the
sudden change in temperature. Check the manufacturer's
recommendations for cook top use.
• When flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn the fan
on.
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.
• Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven vent is
located under the left rear surface element if your model is
equipped with coil elements. The oven vent is located below
the backguard for models equipped with ceramic-glass cook
tops. Touching the surfaces in this area when the oven is
operating may cause severe burns. Also, do not place plastic
or heat-sensitive items on or near the oven vent. These items
could 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 is hot use extreme caution. Use potholders and
grasp the rack with both hands to reposition. Do not let
potholders contact the hot heating elements in the oven.
Remove all utensils from the rack before moving.
• Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan
and its insert allow dripping fat to drain and be kept 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 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.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE
• Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath each
surface element. Do not allow grease to accumulate.
• Kitchen cleaners and aerosols--Always follow the manufacturer's recommended directions for use. Be aware that excess
residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and injury.
• Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently--Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the hood or filter. Follow manufacturer's
instructions for cleaning.
FOR CERAMIC-GLASS COOK TOP MODELS
• Do Not Cook on Broken Cook Top--If cook top should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cook
top and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.
• Clean Cook Top with Caution--If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid a steam
burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.
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 the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure
to such substances.
PROTECTION AGREEMENTS
In the U.S.A.
Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmore® appliance 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 aggravation.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect
yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the
life of your new appliance. Here's what's included in the
Agreement:
lY_Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair
specialists
lY_Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on
all covered repairs
lYe"No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered
product if more than three product failures occur within
twelve months
I_'Product replacement if your covered product can't be
fixed
lY_Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request
- no extra charge
I_"Fast help by phone - non-technical and instructional
assistance on products repaired in your home, plus
convenient repair scheduling
I_"Power surge protection against electrical damage due
to power fluctuations
lY_Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product
takes longer than promised
In Canada
Maintenance Agreements
Your purchase has added value because you can depend on
Sears HomeCentral® for service. With over 2400 Service
Technicians and access to over 900,000 parts and
accessories, we have the tools, parts, knowledge and skills
to ensure our pledge: We Service What We Sell.
Your Kenmore® appliance is designed, manufactured and
tested to provide years of dependable operation. Yet any
major appliance may require service from time to time. The
Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding
service program, affordably priced.
The Sears Maintenance Agreement
• Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's price.
• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wearand tear.
• Provides for non-technical and instructional assistance.
• Even if you don't need repairs, provides an annual
Preventive Maintenance Check, at your request, to ensure Z_
that your appliance is in proper running condition.
Some limitations apply. For information concerning (£_
Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements, call
1-800-361-6665.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is
all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call
anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment
online.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists,
who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and
accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you can
count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for
years to come. Purchase your Master Protection
Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information,
call 1-800-827-6655.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears guaranteed professional installation of home
appliances and items like garage door openers and water
heaters, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®
Range Features
Note: The features of your range will vary according to model.
Your ManualOven ElectronicOvenControl
Light Switch with Clock and
Electric (some models) Kitchen Timer
Range "Element On" X
Indicator
Features Light
At a Glance
"Hot Surface"
Indicator Light
Single Radiant
Ceramic
Smoothtop
(1)Broil Pan and
(1) Broil Pan Insert
Interior
Light
J
Storage Drawer
with Integrated
Handle
Ceramic
Smoothtop
(styles and color
vary by model)
8" Single Radiant
Element
,to Clean
Cooktop
ustable
Interior
Oven Rack(s)
Large 1 Piece
Door Handle
(style varies
with model)
Oven Door with
Window
Leveling Legs and
Anti-tip Bracket (included)
6" Single Radiant
Element
6" Sing
Element
9" Single Radiant
Element
Before Setting Oven Controls
OVEN VENT
Oven Vent Location
For models equipped with ceramic cooktops, the oven vent is located under
the left rear side of the control panel. When the oven is on, warm air is
released through the vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation
in the oven and good baking results. DO NOT BLOCK OVEN VENT.
Arranging Oven Racks
ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR
TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when using the oven.
Removing & Replacing Oven Racks
To remove, pull the rack forward until it stops. Lift up front of rack and slide out. To replace, fit the rack onto the guides
on the oven walls. Tilt the front of the rack upward and slide the rack back into place.
Rack RECOMMENDED RACK POSITIONS FOR
BROILING, BAKING & ROASTING
Food Rack Position
Broiling meats, chicken or fish 1,2 or 3
Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits & muffins 3 or 4
Frozen pies, angel food cake, yeast, bread, 5
casseroles, small cuts of meat or poultry
Turkey, roast or ham 5
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. Make sure the diameter of the pan matches the diameter of
the element outline on the cooktop. Heat is transferred up through the surface of the cooktop to the cookware. Only flat-
bottomed cookware should be used. The type and size of cookware, the number of surface elements in use and their
settings, are all factors that will affect the amount of heat that will spread to areas beyond the surface elements. The areas
surrounding the elements may become hot enough to cause burns.
ELEMENT ON
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LEFT FRONT LEFT REAR
About the Radiant Surface Elements
The element temperature rises gradually and evenly. As
the temperature rises, the element will glow red. To
maintain the selected setting, the element will cycle on
and off. The heating element retains enough heat to
provide a uniform and consistent heat during the off
cycle. The ceramic fixture thermally insulates the heating
element, concentrating heat in the heating zone. For
efficient cooking, turn off the element several minutes
before cooking is complete. This will allow residual heat
to complete the cooking process.
NOTE: Please read detailed instructions for ceramic glass cooktop cleaning in the General Care & Cleaning and Before
You Call checklist sections of this Use & Care Manual.
NOTE: Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off, even at the HI setting. This helps to
prevent damage to the ceramic smooth top. Cycling at the HI setting is normal and can occur if the cookware is too
small for the radiant element or if the cookware bottom is not flat.
Before Setting Oven Controls
ELEMENT ON
HOT SUSFACE
Element On and Hot Surface Indicator Lights
Your range is equipped with two different surface control lights thatwill glow on your
range-- the Element On indicator light and a Hot Surface indicator light.
The Element On located on the control panel, will glow when any surface element is
turned on. A quick glance at this light after cooking is an easy check to be sure all
surface controls are turned off.
The Hot Surface indicator light, located on the control panel, will glow as the surface
cooking area heats up and will REMAIN ON until the glass cooktop has cooled to a
MODERATE level.
Setting Surface Controls
To Operate Single Radiant
Surface Elements
HOTSURFACE
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface element.
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Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction to the desired setting.
Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting
to finish cooking. The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a
particular mark. Use the marks as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed.
Each surface element provides a constant amount of heat at each setting. A
glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the
cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area.
When cooking is completed, turn the surface element off before removing the
cookware. Note: the Element On indicator light will glow when one or more
elements are turned on. A quick glance at the indicator light(s) when cooking is
finished is an easy check to be sure all control knobs are turned off. The Hot
Surface indicator light will continue to glow AFTER the control knob is turned to
the "Off' position and will glow until the heating surface area has cooled
sufficiently.
Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off. The glass surface
may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled sufficiently.
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 wooden spoons could catch
fire if placed too close to the surface elements.
Surface Cooking
Using 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 (See Fig. 1).
Be sure to follow the
recommendations for using
cookware as shown in Fig. 2.
Figure 1
Note: The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting
needed for best cooking results.
Deep fat frying - Use a thermometer and adjust the surface control
knob accordingly. If the fat is too cool, the food will absorb the fat
and be greasy. If the fat is too hot, the food will brown so quickly
that the center will be undercooked. Do not attempt to deep fat fry
too much food at once as the food will neither brown or cook
properly.
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Oven Control Functions
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For satisfactory use of your oven, become familiar
with the various functions of the oven as described below.
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BAKE PAD--Used PADS-- Used along with
to select the bake • ................ the function pads to select
function. _ oven temperature, time of
4_ke 1_ day, clean time and minute
timer.
SELECTBRO,L .......................................................
AO--Usedto r?, V
select the variable .... .............
broil feature.
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TIMER ON/OFF PAD-- Used to set or CLOCK SET PAD-- STOP/CLEAR -- Used to clear
cancel the minute timer. The minute Used to set the time any function previously entered
timer does not start or stop cooking, of day. except the time of day and minute
timer. Press STOP/CLEAR to stop
cooking.
Setting Oven Controls
Note: The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven: _
To Set the Clock _
When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted, the display will flash
"12:00".
1. Press _.
2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the A or v until the correct time of day appears in the display.
To Set the MinuteTimer:
1. Press _ .
2. Pressthe A to increase the time in one minute increments. Press and hold the A to increase the time in l0
minute increments. The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes.
Note: tf you press the v first, the timer will advance to 11 hours and 59 minutes.
3. The display shows the timer count down in minutes until one minute remains. Then the display will count down in
seconds.
4. When the set time has run out, the timer will sound a 3 second beep. 0:00 will appear in the display until @ is
pressed.
Note: While the minute timer is counting down, the ":" will flash. The minute timer does not start or stop cooking. 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 during
any of the other oven functions. When the minute timer is in use with any other function, the minute timer will be shown in
the display. To view other functions, press the pad for that function.
To Change the Minute Timer while it is in use:
While the timer is active and shows in the display, press and hold the A or v to increase or decrease the time.
To Cancel the Minute Timer before the set time has run out: Press _.
Setting Oven Controls
To Set or Change the Temperature for Baking
The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170°F to 500°F.
To Set the Controls for Baking:
1. Press _.'.... appears in the display.
2. Within 5 seconds, press the /_ or v . The display will show "350°F. '' By pressing and holding the /_ or v, the
temperature can then be adjusted in 5°F increments.
3. When the /_ or v is released, the oven will begin heating to the selected temperature. When the displayed
temperature reaches the desired baking temperature, the control will beep one (1) time.
4. To cancel the baking function, press (
To Change the Oven Temperature after Baking has Started:
1. Press 0 and make sure the bake temperature is displayed.
2. Press the ._. or v to increase or decrease the set temperature.
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Setting Oven Controls
Should an oven fire
occur, close the oven door and turn off
the oven. If the fire continues, use a fire
extinguisher. DO NOT put water orfiour
on the fire. Flour may be explosive.
The broiler pan and the insert allows
grease to drain and be kept away from the
high heat of the broiler. DO NOT use the
)an without the insert. DO NOTcover the
insert with foil; the exposed grease could
ignite.
To Broil:
1. Arrange the oven rack while oven is still cool. Position the rack and adjust the
Broil settings as suggested in the chart provided below:
Food
Steak
Hamburger patties
Pork chops
Chicken
Fish
Desired Doneness Setting Rack Position
Rare Hi 2nd
Medium Normal 2nd
Well Hi 3rd
Well Normal 3rd
Well Lo 3rd
Well Lo 3rd
2. Press " - - " will appear in the display.
3. Press A or v once to Broil with a normal setting (nor will appear in the
display).
4. To Broil with a high setting press /_ twice (hi will appear in the display). To
Broil with a low setting press the v arrow twice (Io will appear inthe display).
.
The oven is properly set for Broil when the indicator light over the i pad
stops flashing and glows steady. Broil may be canceled at anytime bypressing
at anytime.
Note: The Broil level setting may be changed anytime while broiling. To change
the level press Iand press /_ one time for each increment of higher
levels or v for each desired lower level increment. Select the io broil setting
to avoid excess browning or drying of foods that should be broiled to the well-
done stage.
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.
.
Place the insert on the broil pan, then place the food on the insert. DO
NOT use the broiler pan without the insert or cover the insert with
aluminum foil. The exposed grease could ignite.
Place the pan on the oven rack. Open the oven door to the broil stop
position when broiling (see illustration).
Broil on one side until food is browned; turn and cook on the 2nd side.
Note: Always pull the oven rack out to the stop position before turning or
removing food.
9. When broiling is finished, press
10. When removing broiler pan from the oven always use pot holders.
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General Care & Cleaning
Cleaning Table
Surfaces How to Clean
Aluminum (Trim Pieces) & Vinyl Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
Painted and Plastic Control Knobs, Body
Parts, and Decorative Trim
Stainless Steel, Chrome Control Panel,
Decorative Trim
Porcelain Enamel Broiler Pan and Insert,
Door Liner, Body Parts, Warmer Drawer
(ifequipped)
Oven Racks
Oven door
Forgeneral cleaning, use hot, soapywater and a cloth. Formore difficult soils and
built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30
to 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 the
OFF position; grasp firmly and pull straight off the shaft. To replace knobs after
cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob
into place.
Before cleaning the controlpanel, turn all controls to OFF and remove the control
knobs. To remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft. Clean using hot, soapy
water and a dishcloth. Rinse with a clean water using a dishcloth. Be sure to
squeeze excess water from the cloth before wiping the panel; especially when
wiping around the controls. Excess water in or around the controls may cause
damage to the appliance.To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of
both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Clean stainless steel with hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean
water and a cloth. Do not use cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides
or chlorines. Do not use harsh scrubbing cleaners. Only use kitchen cleaners
that are especially made for cleaning stainless steel. Always be sure to rinse the
cleaners from the surface as bluish stains may occur during heating that cannot
be removed.
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. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop.
Remove racks. See "Removing and Replacing Oven Racks" under Before
Setting Oven Controls. Use a mild, abrasive cleaner, following manufacturer's
instructions. Rinse with clean water and dry. After cleaning the racks, rub the sides
of the racks with wax paper or a cloth containing a small amount of salad oil (this
will make the racks glide easier into the rack positions).
To clean oven door, wash with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth. DO NOT
immerse the door in water.
DO NOT clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a woven
material, on self cleaning models, which is essential fora good seal. Care should
be taken not to rub, damage or remove the gasket.
Ceramic Cooktop See Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance in the General Care & Cleaning section.
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General Care & Cleaning
Cooktop Cleaning & 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 CookTop® Cleaning Creme (P/N 22-40079) to the
ceramic surface. Buff with a non-abrasive cloth or pad. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. The special
cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions.
Sliding aluminum or copper clad bottom pans on the cooktop can
cause metal markings on the cooktop surface. These marks should
be removed immediately after the cooktop has cooled using the
cooktop cleaning cream. Metal marks can become permanent if not
removed prior to future use.
Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic or glass) with rough bottoms can
mark or scratch the cooktop surface. Do not slide anything metal
or glass across the cooktop. Do not use your cooktop as a cutting
board or work surface in the kitchen. Do not cook foods directly on
the cooktop surface without a pan. Do not drop heavy or hard objects i_I<_
on the glass cooktop, they may cause it to crack.
Cleaning Recommendations for the Ceramic Glass Cooktop
Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL.
DO NOT use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can
chemically damage the ceramic-glass surface.
For light to moderate soil:
Apply a few drops of CookTop® Cleaning Creme directly to the cooktop. Use a paper towel or a 3M Scotch-Brite® Blue
Multi-Purpose No Scratch Scrub Sponge to clean the entire cooktop surface. Make sure the cooktop is cleaned thoroughly,
leaving no residue.
For heavy, burned on soil:
Apply a few drops of CookTop® Cleaning Creme directly to the soiled area. Rub the soiled area using a 3M Scotch-Brite®
Blue Multi-Purpose No Scratch Scrub Sponge, applying pressure as needed. Do not use the sponge you use to clean the
cooktop for any other purpose.
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If soils remain, carefully scrape soils with a metal razor blade scraper, holding
scraper at a 30 degree angle to the surface. Remove loosened soils with cooktop
cleaning cream and buff surface clean.
Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur if you use any
scrub pad other than a 3M Scotch-Brite® Blue Multi-Purpose No Scratch Scrub
Sponge.
Plastic or foods with a high sugar content:
These types of soils need be removed immediately if spilled or melted onto the
ceramic cooktop surface. Permanent damage (such as pitting of the cooktop
surface) may occur if not removed immediately. After turning the surface
elements OFF, use a razor blade scraper or a metal spatula with a mitt and scrape
the soil from the hot surface (as illustrated). Allow the cooktop to cool, and use
the same method for heavy or burned on soils.
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General Care & Cleaning
Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance (continued)
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 itmore difficult to clean.
• Do not use harsh cleaners, such as chlorine bleach, ammonia or oven
cleaners, as they may etch or discolor the cooktop.
•Do not use dirty sponges, cloths or paper towels, as they can leave soil or
lint on the cooktop which can burn and cause discoloration.
Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel (some models)
Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts. Special care and cleaning are required for maintaining the
appearance of stainless parts. Please refer to the table provided at the beginning of the Care & Cleaning section in this
Use & Care Manual.
To Remove and Replace Oven Door
Fig. 1
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 Remove Oven Door:
1. Open oven door completely (horizontal with floor - See Fig. 1).
2. Remove 2 screws located on the inside of the oven door liner (See A Fig. 2)
3. Insert the 2 screws into the door hinge holes located on the side of the hinge
arm, one into each hinge (See B Fig. 2).
4. Close oven door until the door stops, (Do not force the door to close any further).
The placement of these screws should keep door open in about a 45 degree
position.
5. Grasp oven door firmly on both sides and slide door up and off hinges at the
same angle. (See Fig. 3)
6. To clean oven door, follow the instructions in the General Care & Cleaning table.
or
use
a Nail
Fig. 2
about45
_degrees
Oven Door
Hinge
Fig. 3
To Replace Oven Door:
1. Be sure the hinge arms remain at the 45 degree angle position. Be sure the
screws are still locking the hinge arms from moving. If the screws fall out of
the hinge holes, the hinge(s) may snap back against the oven frame and could
pinch fingers or chip the porcelain finish on the oven front frame.
2. Hold door at the sides near the top while resting the lower front of door on your
knee. Insert the door channels at the bottom of door over the door hinges, (See
Fig. 3).
3. Allow the door to slide down into the door hinges evenly at the same 45 degree
angle. The hinge arms should be inserted into the bottom corners as far as they
can go.
4. Open door completely (horizontal with floor) and remove both screws from
holes in door hinges.
5. Reinstall the 2 screws into the door liner (See C Fig. 2).
6. If the door is not in alignment with the oven frame, remove door and repeat the
above steps.
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General Care & Cleaning
Cleaning Oven Bottom
The bake element is designed to be gently tilted up using your hand from the
front of the bake element. This will 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. Cleaning Oven Bottom
to clean oven bottom
Oven
Light
Changing the Oven Light (some models)
On some models, the oven light automatically turns on when the door is opened.
Some models have a switch located on the control panel to turn on the light. The
oven light is located at the rear of the oven.
To replace the oven light:
1. Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the range.
2. Replace bulb with a new 40 watt appliance bulb.
3. Turn power back on again at the main source (or plug the range back in).
4. The clock will then need to be reset. To reset, see Setting Oven Controls in
this Use & Care Manual.
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Be sure the range is unplugged and all parts are COOL before
replacing oven light. Wear a leather-faced glove for protection against possible
broken glass.
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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
Range is not level. Poor installation. Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the oven rack. Adjust
leveling legs at base of range until the oven rack is level.
Be sure floor is level and is strong and stable enough to adequately support range.
If floor is sagging or sloping, contact a carpenter to correct the situation.
Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear unlevel. Be sure cabinets are square
and have sufficient room for range clearance.
Cannot move appliance easily. Appliance Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly. Contact builder or installer to make
must be accessible for service, appliance accessible.
Carpet interferes with range. Provide sufficient space so range can be lifted over carpet.
Oven control beeps continuously with no
indicator lights flashing (If model is
equipped with a display FI or F3 will
show in the display).
This oven is equipped with a state of the art electronic oven control. Among its many
features is a full time oven circuit diagnostics system. The control constantly monitors
its internal circuitry as well as several crucial oven circuits to insure they are all operating
correctly. If at any time one of these systems fails, the control will immediately stop
operation, and beep continuously (flashing an error code of F1 or F3 in the display
window). Electronic control has detected a fault condition. Press STOP/CLEAR to clear
the display and stop the beeping. Reprogram oven. If fault recurs, record fault number,
press STOP/CLEAR and call Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (see back cover).
Surface element too hot or not hot enough, incorrect control setting. Make sure the correct control is on for the surface unit to be used.
Surface element does not heat, Lightweight orwarped pans used. Use only flat, evenly balanced, medium or heavyweight
cookware. Flat pans heat better than warped pans. Cookware materials and weight of
the material affect heating. Heavy- and medium-weight pans heat evenly. Because
lightweight pans heat unevenly, foods may burn easily.
No power to the appliance. Check steps under "Entire Appliance Does Not Operate" in
this Before You Call checklist.
incorrect control setting. Make sure the correct control is on for the surface unit to be used.
Entire appliance does not operate. Make sure cord/plug is plugged tightly into outlet.
Service wiring is not complete. Be sure to call Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (See back
cover).
Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for
service.
Oven light does notwork. Replace or tighten bulb. See "Changing Oven Light" in the General Care & Cleaning
section of this Use & Care Guide for instructions.
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Before You Call
Solutions to Common Problems
OCCURRENCE
Oven smokes excessively during broiling.
Poor baking results.
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Control not set properly. Follow instructions under Setting Oven Controls.
Make sure oven door is opened to broil stop position.
Meat too close to the element. Reposition the rack to provide proper clearance between
the meat and the element. Preheat broil element for searing.
Meat not properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining fatty edges
to prevent curling, but do not cut into lean.
insert on broiler pan wrong side up and grease not draining. Always place grid on the
broiler pan with ribs up and slots down to allow grease to drip into pan.
Grease has built up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling
frequently. Old grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking.
Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper 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. Try adjusting the recipe's
recommended baking time. Try increasing or decreasing your baking temperature
manually and check the condition of your bakeware.
Flames inside oven or smoking from vent.
Scratches or abrasions on cooktop surface
(Ceramic-Glass cooktop models).
Metal marks
(Ceramic-Glass cooktop models).
Brown streaks or specks
(Ceramic-Glass cooktop models).
Areas of discoloration with metallic sheen
(Ceramic-Glass cooktop models).
Excessive spillovers in oven. This is normal, especially for high oven temperatures, pie
spillovers or large amounts of grease on bottom of oven. Wipe up excessive spillovers.
For oven fire, see "Setting Surface & Oven Controls" in this Use & Care Guide.
Coarse particles such as salt or sand between cooktop and utensils can cause scratches.
Be sure cooktop surface and bottoms of utensils are clean before usage. Small scratches
do not affect cooking and will become less visible with time.
Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic-glass cooktop have been used. See
"Cooktop Cleaning and Maintenance" in the General Care & Cleaning section.
Cookware with rough bottom has been used. Use smooth, flat-bottomed cookware.
Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface. Do not slide metal utensils on
cooktop surface. Use a ceramic-glass cooktop cleaning creme to remove the marks. See
"Cooktop Cleaning and Maintenance" in the General Care & Cleaning section.
Boilovers are cooked onto surface. See "Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance" in the
General Care & Cleaning section in this Use & Care Guide for more detailed information.
Mineral deposits from water and food. Remove using a ceramic-glass cooktop cleaning
creme. Use cookware with clean, dry bottoms.
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