Kenmore 5303304549 manual GMPORTANT Safety iNSTRUCTIONS, IMPORTANT Instructions for Using Your

gMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

iMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR

COOKTOP

- Know which knob controls each surface etement_

Use Proper Pan Size---This appliance is equipped with surface elements of different sizes,

Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface element. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of utensil to element

will also'improve efficiency.

o Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Elements--To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of the utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface elements.

-Never Leave Surface Elements Unattended at High Heat

Settings---Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt

o Do Not Immerse or Soak Removable Heating Elements-- Heating elements should never be immersed in water.. Heating elements clean themselves during normal operation.

-Make sure Drip Pans or Drip Bowls Are in Place-- Absence of these pans or bowls during cooking may subject wiring or components underneath to damage.

°Protective Liners--Donot use aluminum foil to line surface

unit drip pans, drip bowls or oven bottom_xcept as suggested in the Owner's Guide Improper installation of these

liners may interfere with heat and air distribution and damage the range

o Glazed Cooking Utensils--Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for rangetop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature, Check the manufacturer's recommendations for rangetop use,,

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN

o 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 through the center of the left rear element for the left oven and the center of the right rear element for the right oven. Touching

the surfaces in this area when the oven is operating may cause severe burns, Also, do not place plastic or beat-sensitive items on or near the oven vent These items could melt or ignite,,

o Do not cover or leave pots or pans on these surface elements if they are not in use; moisture from a hot oven may condense on the pan or pot bottom and accumulate inside the range under certain conditions of use,,

•Placement of Oven Racks_ Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool_ If rack must be moved while oven is hot, use extreme caution Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot oven element or interior of the oven Remove all utensils from the rack before moving

•Do not use the broiler pan without its insert The broiler pan and grid allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the high heat of the broiler

•Do not cover the broiler grid with aluminum foil. Exposed fat and grease could ignite

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE

o Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath each surface element Exhaust fan ventilation hoods and grease filters should be kept clean,, Do not allow grease to accumulate, Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire Refer to the hood manufacturer's instructions for cleaning

Self-Cleaning Ovens

Before self-cleaning the oven, remove the broiler pan and any utensils or foods from the oven.

Clean Only Parts Listed In This Manual in the self-cleaning section.

Do Not Use Oven Cleaners---No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protector coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven,

Do Not Clean Door Gasket--The door gasket is essential for a good seal, Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket,

Note: The instructions appearing in this owner's guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.. Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance

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