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Use & Care Guide
Guía de uso y cuidada
English / Español
Model/Modelos: 790.7523*
Kenmore Elite
Gas Range
Estufa de gas
* = color number, número de color
P/N 807189801 Rev A
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Sears Canada, Inc.
Toronto (Ontario) Canada M5B 2B8
www.sears.ca
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  • Page 1 Use & Care Guide Guía de uso y cuidada English / Español Model/Modelos: 790.7523* Kenmore Elite ® Gas Range Estufa de gas * = color number, número de color P/N 807189801 Rev A Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. * Sears Canada Inc. exclusive conditions: • Sears Canada Inc. warranty coverage for Kenmore Elite products may differ depending on model number. Call 1-800-4- MY-HOME® for exact warranty details. •...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Pay attention to If the information in this manual these symbols and follow all instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion given.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Wear proper apparel. Loose- fitting or hanging garments should never be Tip Over Hazard worn while using this appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials come • A child or adult can tip the into contact with hot surfaces.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. • For electric ignition models only--Do not Read and follow the below attempt to operate the range during a instructions and precautions for unpacking, power failure. If the power fails, always installing, and servicing your appliance: turn off the range.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. of the heating element to direct contact • Placement of Oven Racks - Always place and may result in ignition of clothing. oven racks in desired location while oven Proper relationship of utensil to element is cool.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE Before manually cleaning any HEATING UNITS, OR SURFACE COOKING part of the range, be sure all controls are ELEMENTS, AREAS NEAR THESE SURFACE turned off and the range is cool.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS PRODUCT RECORD Avoid fire hazard or electrical In this space below, record the date of shock. Do not use an adapter plug, an purchase, model and serial number of your extension cord, or remove grounding prong product.

  • Page 9: Before Setting Oven Controls

    Before Setting Oven Controls Oven Vent Location The oven vent is located below the control panel (See Figure flat handle When the oven is on, warm air passes through this vent. This oven rack venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results.

  • Page 10: Before Setting Surface Controls

    Before Setting Surface Controls Check Burner Cap Placement Before Operating Once in place, you may check the fit by gently sliding the the Surface Burners burner cap from side to side to be sure it is centered and firmly seated (See Figure 7).

  • Page 11: Using Proper Cookware

    Before Setting Surface Controls Double Ring Style Burners Using Proper Cookware The Double Ring burner only operates properly with two burner Do not place flammable items such as plastic caps in place. Be sure the burner cap lips are positioned facing salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on down towards the burner head (Figure...

  • Page 12: Setting Proper Burner Flame Size

    Before Setting Surface Controls Setting Proper Burner Flame Size Home Canning Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge Canning can generate large amounts of steam. of the cooking utensil. A higher flame wastes energy, and Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to increases your risk of being burned by the flame.

  • Page 13: Setting Surface Controls

    Setting Surface Controls Setting Surface Burners Your gas appliance may be equipped with different sized surface burners. The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the burner size increases. It is important to select cookware that is suitable for the amount and type of food being prepared.

  • Page 14: Setting Double Ring Burners

    Setting Surface Controls Setting Double Ring Burners 4. When adjusting for a low or simmer type flame setting, continue to rotate the control knob counterclockwise from The versatile Double Ring surface burner offers a complete MED setting towards LO (See Figure 17).

  • Page 15: Oven Controls

    Oven Controls Minimum and Maximum Control Settings 1. Bake - Use to start a normal Bake function. 2. Broil - Use to select Broil function. All of the features listed have minimum and maximum time and temperature settings that may be entered into the control. An 3.
  • Page 16 Oven Controls Table 2: Minimum and maximum control settings Setting Timer The minute timer allows you to track your cooking times without Feature Min. Temp or Time Max. Temp or Time interfering with the cooking process. The timer may be set from Bake a minimum time of 1 minute to a maximum of 11 hours and 59 170°F (77°C)
  • Page 17 Oven Controls Setting 12 Hour or 24 Hour Display Mode Changing Temperature Display to Fahrenheit (ºF) or Celsius (ºC) The clock display mode allows you to select 12 hr or 24 hr modes. The factory pre-set clock display mode is 12 hours. The electronic oven control is set to display °F when shipped from the factory.
  • Page 18 Oven Controls Setting Oven Lockout Operating Oven Lights The control may be programmed to lock the oven door and lock The interior oven lights will automatically turn on when the oven the oven control keys. door is opened. Oven lights will not operate during a self clean To activate the oven lockout features: cycle.
  • Page 19 Oven Controls Setting Bake Use the bake feature whenever the recipe calls for baking using normal temperatures. A reminder tone will sound indicating when the set bake temperature is reached and to place the food in the oven. Bake may be set for any oven temperature between 170°F (77°C) to 550°F (288°C).
  • Page 20 Oven Controls Setting Cook Time Setting Delay Start Use Cook Time to set the amount of time needed for baking. Delay Start sets a delayed starting time to oven cooking or The oven will turn on immediately and stop automatically after cleaning functions.
  • Page 21 Oven Controls Convec Bake Benefits of convection cooking include: • Foods can cook up to 25 to 30% faster. • Multiple rack baking. • When using convection, use cookware or pans with low sides. This allows the air to circulate around the food evenly. Convection functions use a fan to circulate the oven's heat uniformly and continuously around the oven.
  • Page 22 Oven Controls Setting Conv Roast To add Conv Convert to Conv Bake function using default oven set temperature of 350°F: The Conv Roast function combines a cook cycle with the convec- Press Conv Bake. tion fan to roast meats and poultry. Meats cooked using the Conv Roast function will be juicier, and poultry will be crisp on 2.
  • Page 23 Oven Controls Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using Setting Broil the oven. When cooking, the oven interior, oven racks, and cook- top will become very hot which can cause burns. Use the Broil function to cook meats that require direct exposure to radiant heat for optimum browning results.
  • Page 24 Oven Controls Setting Slow Cook Warm & Hold™ The Slow Cook feature cooks foods more slowly and at lower Warm & Hold should only be used with foods that are already oven temperatures for longer periods of time. Slow Cook is ideal at serving temperatures.
  • Page 25 Oven Controls To program oven to Bake with default oven temperature of Setting the Sabbath feature (for use on the Jewish 350°F and activate the Sabbath feature: Sabbath and Holidays) Be sure the clock is set with the correct time of day. For further assistance, guidelines for proper 2.
  • Page 26 Oven Controls Important note: To turn the oven off and keep the Sabbath feature active: • Oven temperature adjustments will not change the Broil or Press Self Clean function temperatures. To turn off the Sabbath feature: • Do not use oven thermometers such as those found in Press and hold both Cook Time and Delay Start simultaneously grocery stores to check the temperature settings inside your for at least 3 seconds to turn the Sabbath feature off.

  • Page 27: Warmer Drawer

    Oven Controls Warmer Drawer • In the downward position (See Figure 35) to allow for light weight food items and empty cookware (for example, rolls, Warm & Ready™ Drawer pastries, and dinner plates) on the rack. The purpose of the warmer drawer is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperatures.
  • Page 28 Oven Controls Important notes: 4. The warmer drawer should now be released from the rails. Remove warmer oven drawer (using level and square • Always start with hot food when using the warmer drawer. motion) completely out and away from the appliance. Do not heat cold food in the warmer drawer.

  • Page 29: Self Clean

    Oven Controls Self Clean • Remove any excessive spills. Any spills on the oven bottom should be wiped up and removed before starting a Self A self cleaning oven cleans itself with high temperatures (well Clean cycle. To clean use hot, soapy water and a cloth. above normal cooking temperatures), which eliminate soils com- Large spills can cause heavy smoke or fire when subjected pletely or reduces them to a fine powdered ash you can wipe...
  • Page 30 Oven Controls Setting Self Clean Setting Delay Start Self Clean To set self clean: To start a delay Self Clean with default clean time of 3 hours and a start time of 9:00 o’clock: Be sure the oven is empty and all oven racks are removed. Remove all items from the oven.

  • Page 31: Care & Cleaning

    Care & Cleaning Table 4: Cleaning recommendations Surface Type Recommendation Control knobs For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-up Painted body parts grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30-60 minutes. Rinse Painted decorative trim with a damp cloth and dry.
  • Page 32 Care & Cleaning General Cleaning To clean surface burner grates: Refer to Table 4 in this chapter for more detailed information • Clean only after the grates are completely cool. about cleaning specific parts of the range. • Use nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mild abrasive Before manually cleaning any part of the cleanser or clean in the dishwasher.
  • Page 33 Care & Cleaning Replacing Oven Light (some models) To clean the burner head ignition ports: The oven light is located at the rear of the oven cavity and is Each burner head has a small ignition port located as shown. covered with a glass shield held by a wire holder.
  • Page 34 Care & Cleaning Removing and Replacing the Lift-Off Oven Door To avoid possible injury when removing or replacing the oven door, follow the instructions below carefully and always hold the oven door with both hands positioned Oven door away from the door hinge area. hinge locations The door is heavy.

  • Page 35: Before You Call

    Before You Call Oven Baking For best cooking results, heat the oven before baking cookies, breads, cakes, pies, pastries, et cetera. 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...

  • Page 36: Solutions To Common Problems

    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 Poor baking results • Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper oven rack position is used. Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate.
  • Page 37 Before You Call Flames inside oven or smoking from • Excessive spillovers in oven. For example, this will happen for pie spillovers or large oven vent. amounts of grease left on the oven bottom. Wipe up excessive spillovers before starting oven.
  • Page 38 Before You Call...

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