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i ¸ Record Your Model & Serial Numbers ............................................. Cover IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................... 2-4 Grounding Instructions .......................................................................... 4 (electric ignition models only) Setting the Clock and Minute Timer [...]
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of these symbols. This symbol will help [...]
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Storage in or on Appliance---Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven, near surface burners or in the broiler 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. [...]
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN • Use Care When Opening Door--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 is vented below the backguard. Touching the surfaces i[...]
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Setting the Clock and Minute Timer (some models) h_R A C c_c_ B n.,._n Your model maybe equipped with the clock and minute timer shown below. To set the clock and minute timer, follow these instructions: To Set the Clock When the range is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted, "12:00" will flash in t[...]
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Flame Size Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge of the utensil. A higher flame simply wastes heat and energy, and increases your risk of being burned by the flame. For most cooking, start on the highest control setting and then turn to a lower one to complete the process. Use the chart below as a guide for determining proper flame size for [...]
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Setting Surface Controls Typical Knobs Each burner lights automatically from either an electric ignitor or standing pilot, depending on your model. Standing pilots must be lit initaly. Refer to your installation instructions for instructions on lighting the standing pilot. Standing pilots will remain lit when the burners are turned off. Models with[...]
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Before Setting Oven Controls Oven Vent Location The oven is vented below the backguard. When the oven is on, warm air is released through the vents. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. Vent Arranging Oven Racks (Some models may have one rack.) ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRI[...]
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Setting Oven Controls DO NOT use the broiler drawer for storage. Items placed in the broiler drawer will catch fire. Fj31=J_r_'_] Should a broil fire occur, leave the broiler drawer closed and turn the oven off. If the fire continues, throw baking soda on the fire or use a fire extinguisher. DO NOT put water or flour on the fire. Flour may be [...]
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Oven Cleaning Follow these cleaning precautions: Allow the oven to cool before cleaning. Wear rubber gloves when cleaning the appliance manually. REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY I SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANINGS WILL REDUCE [ THE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANINGS LATER. Ammonia must be rinsed before operating the oven. Provide adequate ventilati[...]
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General Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range is COOL. REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANINGS WILL REDUCE THE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANINGS LATER. Surfaces How to Clean Aluminum (Trim Pieces) & Use hot, soapy water an[...]
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General Cleaning (continued) When lowering the top, grasp the sides with fingertips only. Be careful not to pinch fingers. Also, DO NOT drop or bend the rangetop iwhen raising or lowering. This could damage the surface. DO NOT turn the burners on when the cooktop is raised for cleaning. Be sure that the top is completely lowered and securely in pla[...]
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General Cleaning (continued) The door is heavy. For safe, temporary storage, lay the door flat with the inside of the door facing down. Liftdoor straight off 2 doorhinges To Remove and Replace Oven Door To Remove Oven Door 1. Open the door. 2. Remove screws located on the inside of the oven door near the hinges (one on each side). 3. Close the door[...]
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Changing Oven Light (some models) _lr_Be sure the range is unplugged and all parts are COOL before replacing the surface or oven lights. Wear a leather-faced glove for protection against possible broken glass. To Change the Oven Light (some models) 1. Turn electrical power off at the main source or unplug the range. 2. Replace bulb with a new 40 wa[...]
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Avoid Service Checklist OCCURRENCE Beforeyou 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. POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION Range is not level. Poor installation. Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on th[...]
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Entire appliance does not operate. Make sure cord/plug is plugged securely into outlet. Service wiring not complete. Contact servicer or dealer. Electrical power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for service. Surface burners can be _it manually. See Setting Surface Controls in this Owner's Guide. Be sure g[...]
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Range Warranty Full One Year Warranty On The Functioning Of All Parts Except Glass Parts tf, within one year from the date of installation, any part, other than a glass part, fails to function properly due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair or replace it, free of charge. Full 30-Day Warranty On Glass Parts And Finish Of Porce[...]
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For the repair or replacement parts you need Call 7 am-7 pro, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) For in-home major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME" (1-800-469-4663) For the location of a Sears Parts and Service Center in your area Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-488-1222 For more info[...]