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Kenmore 970-6561 Series User Manual

Kenmore 970-6561 Series
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Use & Care Guide
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
English / Français
Model/Modèles:
Kenmore®
Electric Range
Cuisinière électrique
* = color number, numéro de couleur*
970-6561*, 6856*, 6867*, 6894*
P/N 316902119
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B 2B8
www.sears.ca

Table of Contents

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Kenmore 970-6561 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenmore
Product TypeRange
Self-CleaningYes
ColorStainless Steel
Model Number970-6561

Summary

Kenmore Limited Warranty

Important Safety Instructions

Safety Definitions and General Precautions

Explains safety symbols, warnings, and basic safety measures like removing packaging and proper installation.

Anti-Tip Device and Range Stability

Instructions for installing the anti-tip device to prevent the range from tipping over.

Safe Oven Door and Storage Practices

Warnings against leaning on doors and storing flammable items in or on the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions

Specific Oven and Surface Unit Safety

Covers oven bottom liners, child safety, surface unit precautions, apparel, grease fires, and potholder use.

Oven Use and Venting Safety

Guidelines for opening oven doors, keeping vents clear, and handling hot surfaces.

Important Safety Instructions

Cooktop and Ceramic Glass Safety

Safety advice for using the cooktop, including handling broken tops and cleaning precautions.

Important Safety Instructions

Range Cleaning and Self-Cleaning Oven Safety

Safety guidelines for cleaning the range and operating the self-cleaning oven feature.

Product Record and Serial Plate

Before Setting Oven Controls

Oven Vent Location and Rack Arrangement

Explains oven vent location and provides guidance on arranging oven racks for optimal cooking.

Oven Air Circulation and Baking Tips

Details how air circulation affects baking and offers tips for layer cake baking.

Before Setting Surface Controls

Proper Cookware Selection

Guidelines on selecting the right cookware for optimal heat transfer and preventing damage.

Cookware Material Types

Describes various cookware materials and their suitability for the ceramic cooktop.

Before Setting Surface Controls

Ceramic Cooktop and Element Operation

Explains the ceramic cooktop design, radiant elements, and indicator lights.

Surface Control Indicator Lights

Describes the function of the "ELEMENT ON" and "HOT SURFACE" indicator lights.

Before Setting Surface Controls

Cooktop Element Types and Home Canning

Details different cooktop element types, including the Turbo Boil feature, and provides home canning advice.

Setting Surface Controls

Using Radiant Surface Elements

Instructions and suggested settings for operating single, dual, and triple radiant surface elements.

Single Radiant Element Operation

Step-by-step guide to operating single radiant surface elements.

Setting Surface Controls

Dual Radiant Surface Element Operation

Instructions for operating dual radiant surface elements, including switching between inner and outer portions.

Setting Surface Controls

Warm & Ready™ Zone Operation

Guide to using the Warm & Ready™ Zone for keeping food warm, including temperature settings.

Oven Control Functions Overview

Setting Oven Controls: Clock and Sound Mode

Setting the Clock

Step-by-step instructions for setting the oven's clock display.

Silent or Audible Control Mode

How to switch between audible and silent modes for the oven controls.

Setting Oven Controls: Temperature and Timer

Changing Temperature Display (°F or °C)

Instructions to switch the oven temperature display between Fahrenheit and Celsius.

Continuous Bake and Energy Saving Feature

How to enable continuous bake or the 12-hour energy saving feature.

Setting the Timer

Guide on how to set, adjust, and cancel the oven timer.

Setting Oven Controls: Lockout and Bake

Oven Lockout Feature

Instructions for activating and deactivating the oven control lockout feature.

Operating Oven Light

How to use the interior oven light.

Setting the Bake Function

Step-by-step guide for using the bake function and adjusting temperature.

Setting Oven Controls: Cook Time

Setting Cook Time for Baking

How to program the oven to start baking immediately and shut off automatically.

Setting Oven Controls: Delay Start and AirGuard

Setting Delay Start for Baking

Instructions for programming a delayed start time for oven baking functions.

Using the AirGuard™ Feature

Information on using the AirGuard feature to reduce cooking odors.

Setting Oven Controls: Broil Function

Broiling Meats and Settings

Guide to using the broil function, including suggested settings and safety precautions.

Setting Oven Controls: Warm & Hold and Temp Adjustment

Warm & Hold™ Function

How to use the Warm & Hold function to keep food warm after cooking.

Adjusting Oven Temperature

Instructions for calibrating and adjusting the oven's temperature settings.

Select Clean Function

Preparing for Self-Cleaning Cycle

Precautions and steps required before starting the self-cleaning cycle.

Setting the Select Clean Cycle

Step-by-step guide to setting the duration for the self-cleaning cycle.

Select Clean Function

Delayed Start Self-Clean and Stopping Cycle

How to set a delayed start for self-clean and what to do if it needs to be stopped.

Electrical Protection

Information on circuit breakers and night light features.

Care & Cleaning: Surface Recommendations

Cleaning Various Surface Types

Detailed cleaning recommendations for control knobs, panels, oven interior, racks, door, and cooktop.

Care & Cleaning: Cooktop Maintenance

Ceramic Cooktop Maintenance and Cleaning

Guidelines for maintaining and cleaning the ceramic glass cooktop, including soil removal.

Care & Cleaning: Cooktop and General Cleaning

Cooktop Cleaning Procedures

Specific instructions on what to use and not use for cleaning the cooktop.

Aluminum Foil and Utensil Safety

Warnings and advice regarding the use of aluminum foil and utensils on the cooktop.

Care & Cleaning: Oven Bottom and Light

Cleaning the Oven Bottom

Instructions for cleaning the oven bottom, especially for models with a visible bake element.

Replacing the Oven Light Bulb

Step-by-step guide for safely replacing the interior oven light bulb.

Care & Cleaning: Oven Door Removal

Removing and Replacing Oven Door

Detailed instructions on how to safely remove and reinstall the lift-off oven door.

Special Oven Door Care

Recommendations for caring for the oven door glass to prevent breakage.

Before You Call • Solutions to Common Problems

Baking and Leveling Issues

Troubleshooting tips for poor baking results and an unlevel appliance.

Appliance Operation and Surface Element Problems

Solutions for issues like the appliance not operating, surface elements being too hot or uneven.

Before You Call • Solutions to Common Problems

Broiling, Vent Smoking, and Error Codes

Troubleshooting excessive broiling smoke, vent flames, and F code errors on the control panel.

Self-Clean and Rack Issues

Solutions for problems with the Select Clean function and discolored oven racks.

Before You Call • Solutions to Common Problems

Cooktop Surface Problems

Troubleshooting scratches, metal marks, brown streaks, and discoloration on the cooktop surface.

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