Kenmore 790 manual Problem Solution

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Before You Call • Solutions to common problems

Before you call for service, review the following list. It may save you time & expense. Possible solutions to these problems 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.

 

Allow the oven to preheat to the set temperature before placing food in the

 

oven. Try adjusting the recipe's recommended temperature or baking time.

 

If you feel the oven is too hot or cool, see Adjusting oven temperature in

 

Setting Oven Controls section.

 

 

Appliance is not level.

• Be sure floor is level, strong & stable enough to adequately support range.

 

• If floor is sagging or sloping, contact a carpenter to correct the situation.

 

• Poor installation. Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the

 

oven rack. Adjust leveling legs at base of appliance until the rack is level.

 

• Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear not level. Be sure

 

cabinets are square & have sufficient room for appliance clearance.

 

 

Cannot move appliance easily.

• Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly. Contact builder or installer to

Appliance must be accessible for

make appliance accessible.

service.

• Carpet interferes with appliance. Provide sufficient space so appliance can

 

 

be lifted over carpet.

Entire appliance does not operate.

•Make sure power cord is plugged properly into outlet.

•Electrical power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for service outage information.

•Service wiring is not complete. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® for assistance (See back cover).

Oven portion of appliance does not operate.

•The time of day is not set. The time of day must first be set in order to operate the oven. See Setting clock in Setting Oven Controls section.

•Be sure the oven controls are set properly for the desired function. See Setting Oven Controls section and review instructions for the desired cooking function in this manual or see “Entire appliance does not operate” in this checklist.

Surface element is too hot or not hot

• Incorrect surface control setting. Adjust power level setting.

enough.

 

 

 

Surface element does not heat or does

• Be sure the correct surface control knob is turned ON for element needed.

not heat evenly.

• Lightweight or warped pans used. Use only flat, evenly balanced, medium or

 

 

heavyweight cookware. Flat pans heat better than warped pans. Cookware

 

materials and weight of the material affect heating. Heavy & medium-

 

weight pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly, foods may

 

burn easily.

Oven light does not work.

•Be sure the oven light is secure in the socket. Also see Replacing oven light in the Care & Cleaning section.

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Contents Kenmore Elite Use & Care Guide Guía de uso y cuidadaTable of Contents Kenmore Elite Limited WarrantyRead all instructions before using this appliance Save these instructions for future referenceImportant Instructions for Using Your Oven Important Instructions for Using Your Cooktop 790 Product RecordSerial Plate Location Model No Serial NoBaking layer cakes and cookies with 1 or 2 oven racks Types of oven racksAir circulation in the oven Flat handle Oven rack Bottom OffsetCookware material types Before Setting Surface ControlsUsing proper cookware Important noteAbout the radiant surface elements Element On & Hot Surface indicator lightsAbout the ceramic glass cooktop Types of cooktop surface elements Dual or 3 triple element portions together See FigSingle radiant surface elements Setting Surface ControlsRadiant surface element settings To operate the single radiant elementHeating with inner Dual radiant surface elementTo operate the dual radiant element Small element onlyTriple radiant surface element Heating with Heating 2 Heating with allTurbo Boil feature Home CanningWarm & Ready Zone Setting warmer zone controlWarmer zone recommended food settings Oven Control Functions Minimum & maximum control settingsFeature Min. temp. /time Max. temp. /time Oven control keypadsSetting Timer Setting Oven ControlsSetting Clock Setting 12 or 24 hour display modeSetting silent or audible control mode Changing oven temperature displaySetting Oven Lockout Example to set Bake with default oven temperature of 350F Setting PreheatSetting Bake Example to set Bake for oven temperature of 425FWhen the programmed cook time runs out Setting Cook TimeSetting Delay Start Suggestions for Convection baking Benefits of the convection bake featureConv Bake Convection Bake Suggestions for Conv Roast Conv RoastConv Convert Suggested broil settings table electric oven BroilTo set meat probe Proper meat probe placementMeat Probe Insert probe tip to center of foodMeat probe cont’d Position cookware in oven and close door Slow CookExample to set Slow Cook Operating oven light Using AirGuard featureWarm & Hold Example to set Warm & HoldPress to accept change Adjusting Oven TemperatureSabbath Feature for use on the Jewish Sabbath & Holidays Press Example to turn off the Sabbath featurePresses of the key pad. This will insure the oven Warmer drawer recommended food settings Food Item Setting Setting Warmer Drawer ControlWarmer drawer recommended settings Warm & Ready drawerFlex Clean can not be set when the warmer drawer is active Warmer drawer indicator lightSetting warmer drawer To set warmer drawerSetting Flex Clean Flex CleanRead before starting Flex Clean Example to set Flex Clean to start immediatelyIf it becomes necessary to stop Flex Clean when active Delayed Start Flex CleanWhen Flex Clean is finished Restart Flex Clean if neededCare & Cleaning Cleaning recommendation tableCooktop maintenance Cooktop cleaningAluminum foil and utensils Replacing oven lightTo remove oven door Removing and replacing the lift-off oven doorSpecial door care instructions To replace oven doorProblem Solution Section Any F code errorFlex Clean does not work Element for searingAreas of discoloration with metallic Care and Cleaning section of this Use & Care GuideSurface Protection Agreements Acuerodes de protección Our Home Sears Parts & Repair Service CenterYour Home Canada
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790 specifications

The Kenmore 790 series is a versatile and efficient line of kitchen ranges designed to meet the needs of modern home chefs. With a reputation for quality and innovation, Kenmore has ensured that the 790 models are equipped with features that enhance cooking performance, convenience, and safety.

One of the standout characteristics of the Kenmore 790 series is its powerful oven technology. Many models come with True Convection cooking, which utilizes a fan and additional heating element to circulate hot air throughout the oven cavity. This technology promotes even cooking and browning, making it ideal for baking and roasting. Users can enjoy perfectly cooked meals with consistent results.

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Safety features are paramount in the Kenmore 790 series, with options such as oven lockout settings and auto shut-off functions. These features ensure peace of mind while cooking, especially in households with children.

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In summary, the Kenmore 790 series stands out for its array of cooking technologies, safety features, and user-friendly interfaces, making it a reliable choice for anyone looking to elevate their culinary experience at home. Whether for everyday cooking or special occasions, the Kenmore 790 promises to deliver convenience and impressive performance.
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