Kenmore C970 Series - User Manual

TM
Kenmore
®
Electric Slide-in Range
Cuisinière encastrable électrique
Use & Care Guide
Manuel d’utilisation et d’entretien
English / Français
P/N 318205824A (1012)
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto,
Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca

Summary

Kenmore Warranty

Product Record

Serial Plate Location

Important Safety Instructions

Important Instructions for Using Your Oven

Guidance on safely operating the oven, including door handling, vent obstructions, and rack placement.

Important Instructions for Cleaning Your Range

Advice on regular cleaning, cleaner usage, and specific precautions for the range.

Self-Cleaning Ovens

Details on using the self-cleaning cycle, including precautions for oven interior, racks, and door gasket.

Slide-in Range Features

Setting Surface Controls

Locations of Radiant Surface Elements and Controls

Identifies the placement of radiant surface elements and their corresponding controls on the cooktop.

Surface Cooking Settings

Chart detailing recommended settings for various surface cooking tasks like boiling, frying, and simmering.

Operating Single Radiant Surface Elements

Instructions on how to use the single radiant surface elements, including knob operation and indicator lights.

Operating the Dual Surface Radiant Element

Guidance on using dual radiant surface elements, including knob adjustments for single or dual settings.

Setting the Warmer Zone

Instructions for using the Warmer Zone, including temperature selection and control operation.

Surface Cooking

Selecting Surface Cooking Cookware

Recommendations for choosing appropriate cookware for flat-bottomed, smooth-top surfaces, including material types.

Cookware Material Types

Details on various cookware materials like aluminum, copper, and stainless steel, and their suitability for ceramic tops.

Before Setting Oven Controls

Oven Vent Location and Air Circulation

Information on the oven vent location and the importance of air circulation for optimal baking results.

Removing and Replacing Oven Racks

Step-by-step guide for safely removing and reinstalling oven racks, including rack position recommendations.

Setting Oven Controls

Control Pad Functions Overview

Detailed explanation of each button on the oven control panel and its corresponding function.

Setting the Clock

Instructions for setting the clock to 12 or 24 hour format and changing time display settings.

Continuous Bake and Energy Saving Settings

How to set continuous bake mode or activate the 12-hour energy saving feature for the oven.

Setting the Kitchen Timer

Instructions for setting and canceling the kitchen timer, and using the 'Add 1 Minute' feature.

Oven Lockout Feature

How to activate and deactivate the oven lockout feature to prevent accidental operation.

Cooktop Surface Lockout Feature

Instructions for locking and unlocking the cooktop surface controls to prevent accidental use.

Temperature Display Settings (Fahrenheit;Celsius)

How to change the oven's temperature display between Fahrenheit and Celsius.

Silent Control Operation Setting

How to enable or disable audible beeps and sounds for the oven control panel.

Setting Preheat Function

How to use the preheat feature, including setting temperature and changing it during preheating.

Setting the Bake Function

Instructions for normal baking, including setting temperature, starting, and canceling the bake mode.

Setting Cook Time

How to set a cooking duration for baking, including automatic shut-off and checking remaining time.

Setting Delay Start with Cook Time

How to program the oven to start cooking at a specific future time, with automatic shut-off.

Setting Convection Bake

Instructions for using convection bake, including benefits, rack placement, and starting the function.

Setting Convection Roast

How to use convection roasting for best results, including time adjustments and temperature changes.

Setting Convection Convert

How to convert standard baking recipes for convection use, including temperature adjustments and timing.

Setting the Broil Function

Instructions for broiling, including temperature settings, rack positions, and safety precautions.

Broiler Pan and Insert Usage

Information on using the broiler pan and insert, including cleaning tips and safety cautions.

Setting the Warm Feature

How to use the warm feature to keep cooked foods at serving temperature for up to 3 hours.

Setting the Slow Cook Function

Instructions for slow cooking, including available settings (Hi/Lo) and best practices for results.

Setting and Recalling Recipes

How to store and recall favorite recipe settings for bake or timed bake functions.

Setting the Sabbath Feature

Instructions for activating the Sabbath feature for specific religious observances, with limitations on functions.

Canceling and Using Sabbath Feature

How to cancel the Sabbath feature and handle power interruptions, plus notes on oven temperature adjustments.

Adjusting Oven Temperature

How to permanently adjust the oven's actual temperature higher or lower than the displayed setting.

Self-Cleaning Cycle

Before Starting Self-Clean Cycle

Precautions to take before starting self-clean, including cooling, removing items, and cleaning spills.

What to Expect During Self-Cleaning

Information on normal occurrences during self-cleaning, such as heat, odors, smoke, and sounds.

Self-Clean Time Length Options

Details on choosing the appropriate self-clean cycle duration (2, 3, or 4 hours) based on soil level.

Setting Self-Clean Cycles

How to set an immediate or delayed self-clean cycle, including automatic shut-off and door locking.

Stopping or Interrupting Self-Cleaning

Instructions on how to stop, interrupt, or restart a self-cleaning cycle if necessary.

Care & Cleaning

Cleaning Various Parts of the Range

Detailed cleaning instructions for different surfaces like stainless steel, porcelain enamel, oven racks, and oven door.

Cooktop Cleaning Procedures

How to clean light to moderate and heavy soiled cooktops, including removal of burned-on soil and metal marks.

Cooktop Cleaning Precautions

Specific cleaning do's and don'ts for the cooktop, including avoiding certain cleaners and materials.

Caution for Aluminum Use on Ceramic Cooktop

Warnings about using aluminum foil and aluminum utensils on the ceramic cooktop to prevent damage.

Removing and Replacing the Oven Door

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing and reinstalling the oven door, including hinge lock operations.

Changing the Oven Light Bulb

Instructions for safely replacing the oven light bulb, including power precautions and glass shield replacement.

Storage Drawer Usage and Removal

Information on using the storage drawer and how to remove and replace it for cleaning.

Before You Call

Common Problems and Solutions

Troubleshooting guide for common issues like leveling, power, surface units, scratches, and metal marks.

More Common Problems and Solutions

Troubleshooting for issues like brown streaks, discoloration, baking results, fan noise, smoke, and self-clean problems.

Avoiding Transportation Damage

Precautions to take when moving the range to prevent damage, including securing parts and using protective covers.

Cooking Information

Oven Baking Best Practices

Tips for best cooking results, including preheating recommendations and guidance on oven temperatures.

Baking Problems and Solutions Chart

A chart detailing common baking problems, their causes, and recommended solutions for cookies, cakes, and general doneness.

Master Protection Agreements

Kenmore C970 Series Specifications