Kenmore 790. 7857, 790. 7862, 790. 7853, 790. 7858 General Care & Cleaning, Cleaning the Cooktop

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General Care & Cleaning

Cleaning Chart

Surfaces

How to Clean

Glass, Painted

For general cleaning, use a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent & water or a 50/50 solution

Plastic Body Parts &

of vinegar & water. Follow by rinsing the area with clean water; dry & polish with a soft cloth.

Control Knobs

Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a soft cloth 1st. DO NOT spray liquids directly on the

 

control pad and display areas. DO NOT use large amounts of water on the control panel - excess

 

water on the control area may cause damage to the appliance. DO NOT use other liquid

 

cleaners, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or some paper towels - they will damage the finish.

 

 

Painted Control

Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFF & remove the control knobs. To

Panels & Display

remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft. Use the general cleaning instructions provided in the

areas

paragraph above.

 

 

Porcelain Enamel

Burner Grates,

Cooktop Surface,

Broiler Pan & Insert,

Broiler Drawer, Door

Liner & Oven Bottom

Clean burner grates, broiler pan & insert in the dishwasher and dry upon removal. If soils are not removed, follow the cooktop cleaning instructions below.

Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1 solution of clean water & ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse & wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the range top.

Oven Racks

Remove racks. See "Removing & Replacing Oven Racks" under Before Setting Oven Controls.

 

 

If they are not removed during the Self-Clean cycle their color will turn slightly blue and the finish

 

 

will be dull. After the cycle is complete and the oven ahs cooled, rub the sides of the racks with

 

 

wax paper or a cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad oil (this will make the racks

 

 

glide easier into the oven rack positions).

 

 

 

 

 

Oven Door

Use soap & water to thoroughly clean the top, sides & front of the oven door. Rinse well. You

 

 

may use a glass cleaner on the outside glass of the oven door. DO NOT immerse the door in

 

 

water. DO NOT spray or allow water or the glass cleaner to enter the door vents. DO NOT

 

 

use oven cleaners, cleaning powders or any harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of

 

 

the oven door. DO NOT clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a woven

 

 

material, on Self-Cleaning models, which is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not

 

 

to rub, damage or remove this gasket.

 

 

 

 

 

Stainless

Clean stainless steel with hot soapy water & a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a cloth.

 

Steel

DO NOT use cleaners with high conecentrations of chlorides or chlorines. DO NOT use harsh

 

 

scrubbing cleaners. Only use kitchen cleaners that are especially made for cleaning stainless

 

 

steel. Always be sure to rinse the cleaners form the surface as bluish stains may occur during

 

 

heating that cannot be removed.

 

 

 

 

Countoured well

See Cleaning the Countoured Well Areas, Burner Caps & Burner Heads section for

areas, bruner caps &

complete details.

burner heads

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cleaning the Cooktop

The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier. Because the four burners are sealed, cleanups are easy when spillovers are cleaned up immediately. To clean, wipe with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.

Cleaning the Contoured Well Areas, Burner Caps & Burner Heads

The contoured well areas, burner caps and burner heads should be routinely cleaned. Keeping the burner ports clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame. Refer to the following section for instructions.

THE COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE. Do not attempt to remove or lift the cooktop.

 

 

Use caution when replacing the burner cap

 

 

Any additions, changes or conversions required

so the electrode is not damaged. This may cause a

in order for this appliance to perform satisfactorily must be

delayed ignition or prevent the burner from igniting.

made by an authorized Sears Service Center.

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Contents Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A Estufa a gasTable of Contents For Your Safety Important Safety InstructionsImportant Safety Notice Important Instructions for Usingyour CooktopYour Gas Range Features Include Range FeaturesConversion to Liquefied Petroleum Gas or L.P. Gas En los EE.UU U.S.AMaster Protection Agreements MY-HOMEBefore Setting Oven Controls Setting Surface Controls Setting Surface ControlsSetting Proper Surface Burner Flame Size Operating the Gas Surface BurnersTemperature conversion Setting Oven ControlsTo Set the Minute Timer Oven Control FunctionsTo Set or Change the Temperature for Baking Setting Oven Controls cont’dTo Set Control for Continuous Bake or 12 Hour Energy Saving To Set Control for Oven LockoutSelf-Cleaning Oven Self-CleaningTo Set for Broiling To Operate the Oven Light some modelsStarting the Select Self-Clean Cycle Self-Cleaning cont’dTo Set the Controls for a Self-Clean Cycle Stopping or Interrupting a Select Self- Cleaning CycleCleaning the Cooktop General Care & CleaningTo Remove Oven Door General Care & Cleaning cont’dTo Replace Oven Door To Adjust Oven Temperature Adjusting the Oven TemperatureChanging the Oven Light some models To replace the oven light bulbBefore You Call English

790. 7861, 790. 7851, 790. 7852, 790. 7859, 790. 7857 specifications

The Kenmore 790 series consists of a range of versatile and efficient gas and electric ranges, notable for their performance and modern features. Models such as the 790.7862, 790.7853, 790.7858, 790.7854, and 790.7857 showcase the brand's commitment to quality and innovation in cooking appliances.

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In terms of safety, these models are equipped with features like automatic shut-off, ensuring peace of mind while cooking. The oven doors are designed with triple glazing, allowing for lower surface temperatures while providing an unobstructed view of the oven's interior.

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In summary, the Kenmore 790 series exemplifies a blend of powerful performance, modern technology, and user-friendly features, all crafted to enhance the cooking experience in today’s busy kitchens. Each model offers unique benefits, ensuring that there is a perfect fit for every culinary need.
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