CONTENTS
SAFETY
............................................................................ 1-3
USE AND CARE
Your Range and Its Features ..................................... 4
Cooktop Controls ....................................................... 5
Oven Controls ............................................................. 5
Oven Vent .................................................................... 4
Oven Cooking ............................................................. 6
Broiling ........................................................................ 7
Self-Clean Cycle ..................................................... 8, 9
Cleaning Tips ........................................................ 9, 10
Removable Range Parts ..................................... 10-12
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
What to Do Before Calling for Service .............. 13, 14
Thermostat Adjustments ......................................... 14
WARRANTY
SE_AIRS
Kenmore
MODELS 93121,93321,
93325
USE • CARE • SAFETY
MANUAL
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance. When using electrical
appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
Teach children not toplay with range
knobs or any other part of the range.
Never leave children alone or unat-
tended where a range is in use.
CAUTION:
Never store things children might
want above a range.
Never let anyone climb, sit or stand
on the open door or any other part of
the range. Their weight may make
the range tip over.
Never leave the oven door open when
you are not watching the range.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental tipping of the
range from abnormal usage, Includ-
ing excess loading of the oven door,
attach it to the wall or floor by install-
ing the anti-tip bracket supplied, if
the range is moved for cleaning, ser-
vicing or any reason, be sure anti-tip
device is re-engaged properly when
the range is replaced. Failure to take
this precaution could result In tipping
of the range and cause injury.
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Always keep the range area clear
and free from things that will burn.
CAUTION:
Never store things In an oven
or near cooktop elements/
burners. These things may catch
fire and plastic items could melt.
Never use your range for warming
or heating a room. You could be
burned or seriously Injured. Such
misuse could also cause damage to
the range.
Never wear loose clothing when
using your range. Such clothing
could catch fire.
Never use a towel or other bulky cloth
as a potholder. Such cloths could
catch fire on a hot element/burner.
Never let pot handles stick out
over the front of the range. Turn
handles In so that they cannot be
bumped Into. Keep the handles
away from other hot surface ele-
ments/burners.
Never leave cooktop elements/
burners unwatched at high heat
settings. Bollovers cause smok-
Ing and greasy splllovers could
catch fire.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Keep this book for later use.
Be sure your range Is Installed and groundedproperly
by a qualified technician.
Always use care when touching surface elements,
oven heating elements or Inside the oven. Heating
elements could be hot enough to burn you even If they
are d_ ,'_In color The oven vent duct and oven door may
also become hot during oven use.
After broiling, always take the broiler pan out of the
oven and clean It. Leftover grease In the broiler pan can
catch on fire next time you use the pan.
Always use dry pothoIders when removing pans from
the oven. Moist or damp potholders can cause steam
burns.
Always use care when opening oven door. Let hot air
and steam out before moving food.
Always follow cleaning Instructions In this book.
Always keep the range clean. Food and grease are
easy to Ignite. Clean the oven regularly.
Always keep combustible wall coverings, curtains or
drapes a safe distance away from your range. Never
store such Items In or on your range.
Always keep wooden, plastic utenslle, or canned food
a safe distance away from your range.
Always keep the appliance area clear and free from
things that will burn, gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
Always remove the broiler pan and other utenslle from
the oven before a self-clean cycle.
Clean Only parts listed in the Manual.
Always keep dish towels, dish cloths, potholders, and
linens a safe distance away from your range. Never
store such Items In or near your range.
Never heat unopened food containers. Pressure buildup
may make container burst end cause Injury.
Never leave jars or cans of fat or drlpplngs on or near
the range. Never let grease build up on your range. You
can keep grease fires from starting If you clean up
grease and spills after each range use.
Neveruse aluminum folltollne oven bottoms. Improper
use of foil could start a fire.
Never block free airflow through the oven vent.
Never try to move a pan of hot fat, especlelly a deep fat
fryer. WaIt until the fat has cooled.
Place oven racks In desired position while oven Iscool.
If racks must be handled when hot, do not let potholder
contact hot heating element In oven.
Choose pots and pans with flat bottoms, large enough
to cover the entire cooktop element. This will cut down
the risk of setting potholders or clothing on fire with an
uncovered element and waste less energy.
Only some kinds of glass or ceramic pans can be used
for cooktop cooking. Be sure that the pan you use will
not break when heated on the cooktop elements.
Never try to clean utensils, cookware or removable
parts of your range in the oven during a self-clean cycle.
Never rub, move, or damage the door gasket on self-
cleaning oven. The gasket Is easentlal for a good seal.
Only clean the gasket by soaking It with hydrogen
peroxide, as described In the self-clean section of this
manual.
If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn off and
disconnect the power supply. Have serviced by a
qualified technician.
Never try to repair or replace any part of the range
unless Instructions are given In this book. All other
work should be done by a skilled technician.
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.
Never put removable heating elements In water. Do not
put them in a dishwasher. Do not put them in the self-
clean cycle of your oven.
Never use the cooktop wIthout reflector pans or drip
bowls In place. If these pans or bowls are not there
during cooking, wiring or other range parts may be
damaged.
Never clean cooktop surface when it Is hot. Some
cleaners produce noxious fumes and wet cloths could
cause steam burns If used on a hot surface.
Be sure everyone in your home knows what to do
in case of a fire.
Read and understand this information NOWl
Should you ever need it, you will not have time for
reading.
OVEN FIRE
Do not try to move the pan.
1. Close oven door and turn controls off.
2. If fire continues, throw baking soda on the fire.
Never use water on a grease fire -- It will only
spread the flames.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforce-
ment Act requires the Governor of California to publish
a list of substances known to the state to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm, and requires busl-
nesses to warn customers of potential exposure to
such substances.
The fiberglass Insulation In self-clean ovens gives off a
very small amount of carbon monoxide during the
cleaning cycle. Exposure can be minimized by venting
with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hoed.
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YOUR RANGE
IMPORTANT: The model and serial number of your range can be found on a tag, behind the
storage drawer panel, on the left side of the range front frame.
Cooktop Control
(See page 5)
Clean Indicator Light
(Glows when clean
cycle Is on)
Cooktop Indicator
Light (glows when any
cooking element Is on)
Oven Indicator Light
(glows when bake or broil
elements are cycling on;
When baking, oven Is
preheated when light first
goes out.)
Oven Temp Knob
(See pages 5 & 14)
Clock and Timer
(See page 5)
Oven Light Switch
(Push to turn oven
light ON and OFF)
Removable Plug-In
Elements and Chrome
Reflector Bowls
(See page 10)
NOTE: Model 93121
has 3-6" Elements and
1-9" Element
Oven Set Knob
(See pages 5 & 8)
Oven Vent
(Below element-
area may get hot
during oven use;
DO NOT block vent.
See page 5)
Lift-Up Cooktop
Oven Door
Lock/Unlock Handle
(For Self-clean Cycle;
See page 8)
Oven Bake Element
Model and Serial
Number Location
Removable
Storage Drawer
(See page 11)
Oven Door Latch
(Locks door during
Self-clean cycle)
Removable
Oven Racks
(See page 12)
Removable
Oven Door
(See page 12)
Black Painted Door
Model 93121
(See page 9)
Broiler pan and grid
(See pages 7 & 9)
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TO START THINGS COOKING
COOKTOP COOKING
The sign near each cooktop control knob shows which
element Is turned on by that knob.
O0 O0 O0 O0
• 0 O0 O0 O0
Left Left Right Right
Front Rear Rear Front
To operate cooktop controls:
1. Push to turn.
2. Set on or between marks for desired heat.
An Indicator light well glow when any cooktop element
Is on.
OFF
For beat cooking results and energy efficient operation,
you should usa pans that:
A. Have flat bottoms and straight sides.
B. Have light handles that do not tilt pans.
C. Are about the same size as the element.
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_ COOKTOP CONTROL
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IA Never line the bowls below cnektop
elements with aluminum foil. Foil can
block normal heat flow and damage the
range. This is especially true if foil
blocks the even vent tube under the
right rear ceoktop element.
CLOCK AND OVEN CONTROLS
OVEN O TEMP
CLEA_
OVENSET
OFF
TO SET THE CLOCK:
Push in and turn CLOCK KNOB to set time. Turn knob
without pushing In to set timer hand back to OFF.
TO SET THE TIMER:
Turn CLOCK KNOB counterclockwise without pushing
in.
To turn off buzzer after time is up, reset timer hand to
OFF.
NOTE: The timer Is a reminder only and will not control
the range.
TO BAKE, ROAST OR BROIL:
Be sure that the OVEN SET KNOB Is turned to BAKE for
baking or roasting or BROIL for broiling.
1. Set the OVEN TEMP KNOB to desired temperature or
to BROIL.
For broiling the OVEN TEMP KNOB must be set to
500 BROIL.
2. When finished, turn OVEN SET KNOB to OFF.
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NOTE: To set an automatic oven operation, the
time of day must be correct on the clock.
AUTOMATIC OVEN OFF=
1. Turn the OVEN SET KNOB to TIME BAKE (oven
Indicator light will glow).
2. Push In and turn STOP TIME KNOB to set time when
oven will turn off. DELAY START TIME should show
same as clock.
3. Set OVEN TEMP KNOB to desired temperature.
4. When finished, turn OVEN SET KNOB to OFF.
AUTOMATIC OVEN ON AND OFF:
1. Turn the OVEN SET KNOB to TIME BAKE.
2. Push In and turn DELAY START TIME KNOB to set
time when oven will turn on.
3. Push In and turn STOP TIME KNOB to set time when
oven will turn off.
4. Set OVEN TEMP KNOB to desired temperature.
5. When finished, turn OVEN SET KNOB to OFF.
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OVEN COOKING
When cooking a food for the first time In your new
oven, use time given on recipes as a guide.
Your new oven has been set correctly st the factory
and Is apt to be more accurate than the oven it
replaced.
After you have used your oven for awhile, If you feel
your oven should be hotter or cooler, you can adjust
It yourself. See THERMOSTAT ADJUSTMENTS In
this manual.
Always follow recipe carefully.
Measure Ingredients properly.
Use proper pan placement.
Place pans on the oven racks with 1" - 1 1/2" of air
space on all sides of each pan. Avoid overcrowding
the oven.
Pans too close to each other, to oven walls or to the
oven bottom, block the free movement of air. Im-
proper air movement causes uneven browning and
cooking.
2 cake layers
4 cake layers
When baking several items stagger pans so that no
pan Is directly above another.
Always turn oven to OFF before removing food.
During baking, avoid frequent door openings. Keep
oven door open as short a time as possible.
Let the oven preheat thoroughly before cooking
baked products. Watch the oven indicator light and
put the food In the oven promptly after the light goes
out.
Never let food such as dairy products,
fish, meat, poultry, etc., set for more
than I hour before cooking starts when
you set your oven for a delay start.
Room temperature promotes the
growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure
the oven light is off because heat from
the bulb will speed bacteria growth.
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Do not lock the oven door during baking. The
lock/unlock handle Is used for self-cleaning only.
Avoid opening the door too often to check the food
during baking as heat will be lost. This may cause
poor baking results.
Cakes, cookies, muffins, and quick breads should
be baked In shiny pans -- to reflect the heat --
because they should have a light golden crust.
Yeast breads and pie crusts should be baked In
glass or dull (non-shiny) pans -- to absorb the heat
-- because they should have a brown, crisp crust.
Be sure the underside of the pan Is shiny too.
Darkened undersides will absorb the heat and may
cause over-browning on the bottom of your food.
Oven temperatures should be reduced 25 degrees
below recommended temperatures Ifexterior of pan
is predarkened, darkened by age or oven proof
glass.
There may be some odorwhen the oven Isfirst used.
This Is caused by the heating of new parts and
Insulation.
Do not cover an entire oven rack with foil. The foil
can block normal heat flow and cause poor baking
results. Do not place any foil directly above the bake
element. Foil used on the oven bottom under the
element may damage the oven surface; therefore, It
should not be used.
Cookies should be baked on flat cookie sheets
without sides to allow the air to circulate properly.
When recipes require preheating, have food nearby
before you open the oven door. If the oven door Is
allowed to remain open for more than a brief time,
the preheat temperature will be lost.
Use residual heat in oven whenever possible to
finish cooking casseroles, oven meals, etc. Use
residual heat when warming rolls or precooked
desserts. NEOVC08-2
BROILING
• Do not lock oven door during broiling. The
lock/unlock handle Is used for self-cleaning only.
Broiling Is cooking by direct heat from the broil
burner. Tender cuts of meat or marinated meat
should be selected for broiling. For beat results
steaks and chops should be at least 3/4" thick.
After placing food on the broiler pen, put the pen on
the rack In the lower oven. The recommended rack
position and cooking time can be found In the chart
at right.
The closer the food Is to the broil burner, the faster
the meat browns on the outside, yet stays red to pink
In the center. Moving the meat farther away from the
burner lets the meat cook to the center while
browning outside. Side one should be cooked I - 2
minutes longer than side two.
Your oven door should be open to
the broil stop position while
broiling. If the door is closed the
food will roast and not broil.
Use only the brollerpan and grid that camewlth your
range for broiling. They are designed for proper
drainage of fat and liquids and help prevent spatter,
smoke or fire.
Do not preheat when broiling. Preheating may
cause the thermostat to cycle the broil burner off
and on. For even broiling on both sides, start the
food on a cold pan.
Trim the outer layer of fat from steaks and chops.
Silt the fatty edges to keep the meat from curling.
For maximum juiciness, salt the first side just before
turning the meat. Salt the second side just before
serving.
Brush chicken and fish with butter several times as
they broil. When broiling fish, grease the grid to
prevent sticking and broil with skin side down. It Is
not necessary to turn fish.
• Never leave a soiled broiler pan in the range.
Grease In the pan may smoke or burn the next time
the oven is used.
• Be sure you know the correct procedure for
putting out a grease fire, See the section on
safety.
Do not cover the enUre broiler
grid with foil. Poor drainage
of hot fat may cause a broiler
fire.
if a fire starts, close the oven
door end turn controls off. if
fire continues, throw baking
soda on the fire. Do not put
water on the fire,
POSITIONING BROILER PAN
Food
Steak - 1" Thick
Rare
Medium
Well Done
Ground Beef Patties
Medium - 1" Thick
Medium - 1/2" Thick
Lamb Chops - 1" Thick
Pork Chops - 1" Thick
Pork Chops - 1/2" Thick
Ham Slice - 1/2" Thick
Fish (Fillets)
Chicken (Pieces)
Frankfurters
Bacon
Rack
Position Total Time
4 : Highest (minutes)
1 : Lowest
4 9-11
3 13-15
3 21-23
3 16-18
4 7-9
3 18-21
3 27-29
3 16-18
3 11-12
3 11-13
2 46-55
3 6-11
3 9-11
This chart Is a general guide. The size, weight, thick-
ness, and starting temperature of the food, as well as
your own personal preference, will affect the cooking
time. Times In the chart are based on the food being at
refrigerator temperature.
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THE SELF-CLEAN CYCLE
BEFORE A CLEAN CYCLE
1. Remove the broil pan and grid, oven rscks, all utensils
and any foil that may be In the oven. Do not try to
clean utensils or any other objects in the oven during
a self-clean cycle. If oven racks are left in the
range during a clean cycle, they will darken,
lose their luster and become hard to slide. If
you choose to leave the racks In the oven, you can
polish the edges of the racks with steel wool and
apply a small amount of vegetable oll to the rack
edges after the self-clean cycle. This will make the
racks easier to slide.
2. Soil on the oven front frame, under the front edge of
the cooktop, the door liner outside the door seal and
the front edge of the oven cavity (about 1" Into the
oven) will not be cleaned during a clean cycle (see
Illustration below). Clean these a_as by hand before
starting a clean cycle.
Use hot water with a soap-filled steel wool pad, then
rinse well. FRONT FRAME
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DOOR LINER
3. Wipe up heavy splllovers on the oven bottom. Too
much soil may cause smoking during the clean cycle.
4. Clean the door seal by using a clean sponge to soak
the soiled area with hydrogen peroxide. Repeated
soaking may be needed depending on the amount of
soil Frequent cleaning will help prevent excessive
soil buildup. Do not rub the door seal. The fiberglass
material of the seal has an extremely low resistance
to abrasion. An Intact and well fitting oven door seal
Is eesentlal for energy efficient oven operation and
good baking results. If you notice the seal becoming
worn, frayed or damaged In any way or If it has
become displaced on the door, you should replace
the seal.
For your safety, the oven door cannot
be unlocked while the oven is at clean-
ing temperature. After a clean cycle,
the door cannot be unlocked until the
temperature has dropped to a safe level
(about 30 minutes).
TO SET A CLEAN CYCLE:
Recommended Cleaning Times:
Light Soil ........................................... 1-1/2 hours
Moderate Soil .................................... 2-1/2 hours
Heavy Soil .......................................... 3-1/2 hours
1. Set DELAY START TIME KNOB on the clock _ _h_.
present time of day.
2. Sst the STOP I"IME knob to the time of day when you
.
4.
5.
want the clean cycle to end.
Note: The oven will not unlock until the
temperature has dropped to e safe level; about
30 minutes after the stop time.
Turn OVEN SET KNOB to CLEAN.
Turn OVEN TEMP KNOB counterclockwlseto CLEAN.
Turn the knob all the way until it stops.
Slide the door lock/unlock handle all the way to the
right to lock the door. You may need to press on the
door slightly to get it to lock.
OVEN • TEMP OVEN SET
CLEAR
OFF
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SUDE DOORLOCK/UN-
LOCK HANDLETO THE
RIGHT TO LOCK DOOR
TO INTERRUPT A CLEAN CYCLE:
1. Turn STOP TIME knob to the current time of day.
2. Walt about 30 mlnutse.
Do not force the door lock handle. Slide door lock/
unlock handle to left to unlock door.
3. Turn OVEN SET KNOB to OFF.
WHEN A CLEAN CYCLE IS FINISHED:
1. Stop time will be the same as the time of day.
2. Waltabout30minutes. Donotforcethedoorlock
handle. Slide door/unlock handle to left to unlock
door.
3. Turn OVEN SET KNOB to OFF. Turn OVEN TEMP
KNOB clockwlee.
AFTER A CLEAN CYCLE
After a clean cycle, you may notice some white ash Inthe
oven. Just wipe It up with a damp cloth.
Ifwhite spots remain, scrub them with a soap-filled steel
wool pad. Be sure to rinse thoroughly with a white
vinegar and water mixture. These deposits are usually
a salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle.
If the oven Is not clean after one clean cycle, the cycle
may be repasted. NESCL22
TO SET DELAYED CLEAN CYCLE:
NOTE: Clock must be set to correct time of day.
1. Turn OVEN SET KNOB to CLEAN.
2. Set the Delay Start Time Knob ontheclockto thetlme
of day when you want cleaning to begin.
3. Set the Stop Time Knob to the time of day when you
want the clean cycle to end. (See recommended
cleaning times on previous page.)
4. Turn OVEN TEMP KNOB to CLEAN. Turn the knob
all the way until It stops.
5. Slide the door lock/unlock handle all the way to the
right to lock the door.
After cleaning ends, walt about 30 minutes for oven to
cool. Turn OVEN SET KNOB and OVEN TEMP KNOB to
OFF. Slide door lock/unlock handle to left to unlock
door. Never force the door lock handle.
CLEANING TIPS
On the following pages, all removable parts on your range are shown. Refer to those pages when cleaning your
range.
Warm water, a mild detergent and a soft cloth are safe to use on all cleanable parts of your range.
Do not use metal scouring pads, except where recommended.
PART CLEANING MATERIALS REMARKS
Control panel and knobs Detergent, warm water, soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners. Knobs pull
off for easier cleaning.
Porcelain enameled Detergent, warm water, plastic or ny- Clean after each splllover.
cooktop Ion scouring pad
Self-cleaning oven Detergent, warm weter and/or soap- Rinse well after cleaning. Cleaning Inside
finish filled steel wool pad the oven need only be done as an optional
Do not useovencleanerlnoraround touch-up between self-clean cycles. See
any part of the oven the self-cleaning section for more informa-
tion.
Oven door gasket Hydrogen peroxide Soak with hydrogen peroxide, using a
sponge. Frequent soaking helps prevent
soil buildup. Do not rub. See self-clean
section for more information.
Oven racks Detergent, warm water, soap-filled Remove from oven to clean. Rinse thor-
scouring pad, plastic scouring pad oughly.
Burner box bottom (area Detergent and water Clean after each splllover with detergent
under cooktop) and water. Dry well.
Broiler pan and grid
Glass
Painted Oven Door Panel :
(Outer edges and front of
door; [Model 93121])
Detergent, warm water, soap-filled
scouring pad, commercial oven
cleaner (pan only)
Glass cleaner and paper towels
Mild detergent, water, glass cleaner,
paper towels
Remove soiled pan from oven to cool,
Drain fat or drippings. Fill pan with warm
water. Sprinkle grid with detergent and
cover with damp cloth or paper towels, Let
pan and grid soak for a few minutes. Rinse
or scour as needed. Drywell. Grldandpan
may be washed In a dishwasher.
Remove stubborn sell with paste of bak-
ing soda and water. DO NOT use abrasive
cleaners. Rinse thoroughly.
Do not clean with abrasives. Do not use
mild or harsh abrasives. Do not use scour-
ing pads.
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CLEANING TIPS (cont.)
PART
Chrome drip bowls
Brown food stains
CLEANING MATERIALS
Blue/gold heat
stains
Detergent and water, plastic scouring
pads, mild abrasive cleaners, soap-
filled scouring pads, ammonia
Met_ P_Lsh
REMARKS
Bowls can permanently discolor if
exposed to excessive heat or if soil
is allowed to bake on.
After each use, wash, rinse and dry to
prevent difficult soils. If heavily soiled,
place an ammonia-soaked paper towel on
stains to loosen soil, than gently scrub
with plastic scouring pad.
These stains are caused by overhaatlno,
nonnally occur over a period of tin_ and
usually am permanent. To mln_ntze:
1. AvOid excessive use of the high heat
setting. Use Itto sfartcooklng,t hen lower
the heat setting to finish cooldng.
2. Use flat bottom pans that do not exterKI
more than two Inches from the surface
e_rnenL
REMOVABLE KNOBS
The control knobs may be removed for easy cleaning by
pulling the knob strslg ht off stem. Be sure that the knob
is In the OFF position before removal.
Hint: Slip a thin cloth (such as a handkerchief) or a piece
of string under and around the knob edge and pull up.
Caution: Read these instructions carefully be-
fore replacing the knobs. Replacing the knobs
improperly will damage the knobs and the spring
clip on the stems. If this happens, the knobs will
fit loosely.
To replace the knob:
1. The knob stem has a groove Ineach side. The groove
on one side has a spring clip. The other groove Is
clear (sea Illustration).
2. Check the Inside of the knob and find the molded rib.
3. Replace the knob by fitting the molded rib Inside the
knob Into the clear groove on the stem.
MOLDED
RIB
SPRING
CLIP
REMOVABLE COOKTOP UNITS
The cooktop elements can be unplugged and the bowls
removed for cleaning.
Be sure all cooktop unit control knobs are turned
off and elements are cool before you remove or
replace a cooktop unit.
To remove=
1. Grasp element, tilt It upward slightly to clear the
bowl, then pu IIaway from t hereceptacle. The element
will not sit level when replaced If It Is forced too far
upward when removed.
2. See the Cleaning Tips Section about Information on
cleaning reflector bowls.
3. Lift out the bowl.
Do not put the element Into water. It cleans Itself when
heated during normal use.
IMPORTANT: Never operate a cooktop elelnent
without the bowl in place. This can cause
scorching of the cooktop, burning of wiring insu-
lation and loss of energy.
To replace:
1. Replace the bowl. Be sure the receptacle Is showing
In the bowl opanlng.
2. Slide the plug ofthe element firmly Into tha receptacle
and lower the element Into place.
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ANTI-TIP DEVICE
If your range is removed for cleaning,
servicing or any reason, be sure anti-
tip device is re-engaged properly
when the range is replaced. Failure
to take this precaution could result in
tipping of the range and cause injury.
ADJACENT CABINET
OR FINAL LOCATION OF
RANGE SIDE PANEL
OUTSIDE EDGE OF
BRACKET TO BE FLUSH
SIDE
When replacing the range:
1. Slide the range into place.
2. Be sure the rear leg leveler fully engages the slot In
the bracket. To Insure the device Is properly In-
stalled and engaged, remove the drawer panel and
inspect the rear leveling leg. Make sure it fits
securely Into the slot.
MAKESURE
LEG LEVELER
ENGAGES SLOT
REMOVABLE STORAGE DRAWER
This drawer gives you space for keeping cook-
ware and bakeware. Plastics and flammable
material should not be kept in this drawer.
Do not overload the storage drawer. If the drawer Is too
heavy, it maysllpoff thetrackwhen opened. Toopenthe
drawer, grasp the center of the handle and pull straight
Out.
To remove: Pull drawer straight out and lift over the
guide stops.
To replace: Lift over the guide stops and slide drawer
Into place.
f GUIDE STOP
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REPLACING THE OVEN LIGHT
Be sure that the light switch is in the off position.
Do not touch hot oven bulb. Do not touch oven
bulb with wet hands. Do not wipe oven light area
with wet cloth.
Never touch the electrically live collar on the
bulb when replacing it.
Electrical power must be shut off if you have to
replace a broken bulb.
1. Unscrew glass cover and remove.
2. Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb.
3. Replace the cover.
GLASS RETAINER
Note: We recommend you use a 40 watt appliance bulb
that is no longer than 3 1/2".
11 NF:MNT39
REMOVABLE OVEN RACKS
Be careful not to scratch the oven finish when
installing or removing oven racks.
To install:
1. Set the raised back edge of the rack on a pair of rack
guldea.
2. Push the rack In until you reach the hump In the rack
guide, then lift the front of the rack and push the rack
all the way In.
To remove:
1. Pull the oven rack out, then up.
Some models have one standard oven rack and one
folding oven rack.
The folding rack can be easily stored away when not In
use.
NOTE: For best performance remove oven racks
during • clean cycle. If oven racks ere left in the
range during a serf-clean cycle, they will darken,
lose their luster and become herd to slide:
If you choose to leave the racks in the oven, you
can polish the edges of the racks with steel wool
and apply • small amount of vegetable oil to the
rack edges after the self.clean cycle.
BUMPIN
REMOVABLE OVEN DOOR
To remove:
1. Open the door to the stop position (see lUustretlon).
2. Grasp the door at each side and lift up and off the
hinges.
NOTE: When the door is removed and hinge arms
are at stop position, do not bump or try to move
the hinge arms. The hinges could snap back
causing an injury to the hands or damage to the
porcelain on the front of the range. Cover the
hinges with toweling or empty towel rolls while
working in the oven area.
To replace:
1. Hold the door over the hinges with the slots at the
bottom edge of the dour lined up with the hinges.
The hinge arms must still he in the stop
position.
2. Slide the door down onto the hlngea as far as It will
go and close the dour.
STOP (BROIL) POSITION
if
HINGE
LIFT-UP COOKTOP
The cooktop can be raised so the area underneath
can be cleaned.
To raise cooktop:
1. Remove the cooktop units.
2. Grasp the front of the cooktop and lift up until the
support rods snap Into position to hold the cooktop.
Porcelain enamel can chip. Handle porcelain enameled
cooktops carefully.
To lower cooktop:
1. Push In on the front of the support rodswhlle lowering
the cooktop.
NOTE: Some models do not have prop rods.
PROPRODS
12
NEMNT55
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Save tim and money -- Check this list before you call for service.
To elimlnste unnecessary sorvlce calls, first, read all the instructions in this manual carefully. Than, If you have a
problem, always check this list of common problems and possible solutions before you call for service.
If you do have a problem you cannot fix yourself, call your nearest Sears Store or Service Center for help. When
calling, have this manual, the Repair Parts List, your model number serial number and purchase date handy.
PROBLEM
• Range does not work;
totally Inoperative
• Oven does not heat;
cooktop elements OK
POSSIBLE CAUSE
NOpower to range
Oven controls set incorrectly
Oven Temp Knob turned too
tar past 500 Broil
Element(s) unplugged
DON'T CALL FOR SERVICE
UNTIL YOU CHECK
Check household circuit breaker or fuse.
Check cord (If equipped) to be sure it Is
plugged In.
Check oven control.
500 Broil must be aligned with Indicator mark
above Oven Temp Knob.
• Cooktop does not Checkelementconnectionsbyremovlngand
work; oven OK re.plugging element(s) firmly.
improper operation of control • Be sure knob Is pushed In while turning.
Foods do not bake
properly
• Oven temperature
seems Inaccurate
Oven not preheated long
enough
Improper rack or pen place- .
ment
• Oven vent blocked or covered .
• Improper use of full
• Improper temperature setting .
for utensil used
• Recipe not followed
• Range and oven reck not level ,
• Using Improper cookware
• Thermostat calibration
Oven door closed
Improper rack position
• Oven preheated
Improper utensil used
Improper broiling time
Dirty oven
Broiler pen full of grease left .
In oven
• Foods do not broil
properly
Ovensmokes
Be sure to preheat until Oven Temp Indicator
Light goes out.
Maintain uniform air space around pens and
Utensils; see cooking hints secUon.
Reflector bowl for right rear element must
have hole In the center over the oven vent.
Foil use not recommended.
Reduce temperature 25 ° for glass or dull/
darkened pens.
Is recipe tested and reliable?
Check the Installstlon section for leveling
InstrucUons.
Sea cooking hints.
Sea adjustments described In THERMOSTAT
ADJUSTMENTS section,
Open door to broil stop position.
Check broil pan placement; see Broiling sec-
tion.
Do not preheat when broiling.
Use broiler pen and grid supplied with range.
Check broiling chart.
Check for heavy splllover.
Check pen and grid after each use.
13 NESER58
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued)
PROBLEM
Oven will not self-clean
or poor self-cleaning
results
Oven door will not un-
lock
Oven light does not
work
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Controls set Incorrectly
Clean cycle interrupted too
soon
Oven too dirty
Clean cycle not complete
Door accidentally locked
while baking or broiling
Light switch in OFF position
Light bulb burned out
DON'T CALL FOR SERVICE
UNTIL YOU CHECK
See self-clean Instructions.
Heavily soiled ovens require a 3 1/2 hour
clean cycle.
Heavy splllovers should be removed be-
fore setting clean cycle. Repeat clean
cycle.
Oven must cool below lock temperature
(approximately 30 minutes after clean
cycle is complete).
Turn oven control to OFF. Wait until oven
cools and door will unlock. Do not force
the door lock.
Check switch setting; see operating In-
structions.
Check or replace light bulb; see remov-
able parts section of this manual.
THERMOSTAT ADJUSTMENTS
The temperature In your new oven has been set cor-
rectly at the factory, so be sure to follow the recipe
temperatures and times the first few times you bake in
your new oven.
If you think the oven should be hotter or cooler, you can
adjust It yourself. To decide how much to change the
temperature, set the oven temperature 25°F higher or
lower than the temperature In your recipe, then bake.
The results of this "test" should give you an idea of how
much the temperature should be changed.
To adjust knob:
1. Turn OVEN SET KNOB to OFF and remove the knob
by pulling straight off.
2. Look at the back of the knob. The arrow pointing to
the center of the bottom screw indicates the original
factory setting.
3. Use a screwdriver to loosen the two screws about 2
turns each.
4. Holdthe knob handle (Aon lllustration)whiletumlng the
disk (Bon illustration)InthedesireddirectiontoIncrease
or decrease the temperature. (See Illustrationbelowfor
"Self-Clean Thermostat".) Asyou turn, you should be
able to hear clicks and feel notches or teeth. Each
click ornotch is 15°F. You can turn up to 2 clicks or
notches in either direction.
5. When you reach the desired adjustment, retlghten
both screws. "A .... a"
KNOB DISK
TOMAKEOVEN
COOLER
TURNDISK
TOMAKEOVEN
HOTTER
TURNDISK
14 NESER59
KENMORE ELECTRIC RANGE WARRANTY
f
Dear Customer:
Our constant efforts are
directed toward making
sure your new Kenmore
Range will arrive at your
home In perfect condition
and will give you proper
performance. As part of
these efforts, we feel It Is
our responsibility to pro-
vide you with this warranty
for your range.
,. .J
.J
r FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON THE FUNCTIONING OF ALL
PARTS EXCEPT GLASS PARTS
If, within one year from the date of Installation, any part, other than a glass
part, falls to function properly due to a defect In material or workmanship,
Sears will repair or replace It, free of charge.
FULL 3g-DAY WARRANTY ON GLASS PARTS AND FINISH OF PONCE-
LAIN ENAMEL, PAINTED OR BRIGHT METAL FINISHED PARTS
If, within 30 days from the date of Installation, any glass part or the finish
on any porcelaln enamel, painted or bright metal part Is defective In
material or workmanship, Sears will replace the part, free of charge.
FULL 9D-DAY WARRANTY ON MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS
For 90 days from the date of Installation, Sears will provide, free ofcharge,
any mechanical adjustments necessary for proper operation ofthe range,
except for normal maintenance.
If the range is subjected to other than private family use, the above
warranty coverage is effective for only g0 days.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE
NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE
UNITED STATES
This warranty applies only while this product Is In use in the United States.
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. 731 CR-W
Sears Tower
Chicago, IL 60684
WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL
"We Service What We Sell" is our assurance to you that you can depend on Sears for service because Sears
service Is nationwide.
Your Kenmore Range has added value when you consider that Sears has a service unit near you staffed by
Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians specifically trained on Sears appliances, having the
parts, tools and equipment to ensure that we meet our pledge to you -- "We Service What We Sell!"
TO FURTHER ADD TO THE VALUE OF YOUR RANGE, BUY A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT.
Kenmore Ranges are designed, manufactured and
tested for years of dependable operation. Yet, any
modern appliance may require service from time
to time. The Sears warranty plus the Sears Main-
tenance Agreement provides protection from un-
expected repair bills and assures you of enjoying
maximum range efficiency.
Here's a comparative warranty and Maintenance
Agreement chart showing you the benefits of a
Sears Range Maintenance Agreement.
YearsofOwnershipCoverage lstYear 2ndYear 3rdYear
Replacement of Defective
1 Partsother than Porcelain W MA MA
or Glass
gO DAYS
2 Mechanical Adjustment W MA MA
30 DAYS
3 Porcelaln and Glass Pads W MA MA
Annual Preventive Mainten-
4 anceCheckatyourrequest MA MA MA
W - Wa_anty _ - M_n_rice Agreeme_
CONTACT YOUR SEARS SALESPERSON OR LOCAL SEARS SERVICE
CENTER TODAY AND PURCHASE A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT.
Ken mol'e America's Best Selling Appliance Brand
Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684
