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Kenmore 7250 Before You Call Solutions to common problems, Problem, Surface burners do not ignite

Models: 7290 7280 7250 7271

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Before You Call • Solutions to common problems

Problem	Solution

Surface burners do not ignite.	• Surface control knob was not completely turned to LITE. Push in & turn the
	surface control knob to LITE until burner ignites and then turn control knob to
	desired flame size.
	• Burner ports are clogged. With the burner OFF, use a small-gauge wire or
	needle to burner head slots and ignition ports. See Cleaning the cooktop and
	surface burners in the Care & Cleaning section for additional cleaning
	instructions.
	• Range power cord is disconnected from outlet (electric ignition models only).
	Be sure power cord is securely plugged into the power outlet.
	• Electrical power outage. Burners may be lit manually. See section on Setting
	Surface Controls.

Surface burner flame uneven or only	• Burner slots or ports are clogged. With the surface burner OFF, clean ports
part way around burner cap.	with a small-gauge wire or needle.
	• Moisture is present after cleaning. Lightly fan the flame and allow burner to
	operate until flame is full.
	• Burner caps are not seated properly. Check that all burner caps are level
	and seated correctly on burner heads. See Cleaning the cooktop and
	surface burners in the Care & Cleaning section.

Surface burner flame is too high.	• Surface control knob is set too high. Adjust to lower flame setting.
	• Burner caps are not seated properly. Check that all surface burner caps are
	level and seated correctly on surface burner heads. See Cleaning the
	cooktop and surface burners in the Care & Cleaning section.
	• Incorrect L.P. conversion. Refer to L.P. conversion kit instructions to correct.

Surface burner flame is orange.	• Dust particles in main gas line. Allow the burner to operate a few minutes
	until flame turns blue. In coastal areas, a slightly orange flame is
	unavoidable due to salt content in air.

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Kenmore 7250, 7271, 7280, 7290 manual Before You Call Solutions to common problems, Problem, Surface burners do not ignite

Contents

English / Español Model/Modelos 790. 7250*, 7271* Use & Care Guide Guía de uso y cuidadaKenmore Gas RangeKenmore Limited Warranty Table of ContentsDisclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.ARead all instructions before using this appliance Important Safety InstructionsFOR YOUR SAFETY Verify the anti-tip device has been installed to floor or wallDo not use water or flour on grease fires IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVENImportant Safety Instructions Save these instructions for future referenceIMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SELF- CLEANING OVENS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOPIMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE Important safety noticeSerial Plate Location Product RecordGrounding Instructions Conversion to L.P. GasOven vent location Before Setting Oven ControlsTypes of oven racks Air circulation in the ovenCheck burner cap placement before operating the surface burners Before Setting Surface ControlsInstalling burner grates RememberSetting proper burner flame size Using proper cookwareCookware material types Flame sizeSetting surface burners Setting Surface ControlsHome canning To set surface burnersSetting Clock Setting Oven ControlsSetting silent or audible control mode Oven Control FunctionsTo change to 12-Hour Energy Saving feature Setting TimerTo set the timer To change time remaining in TimerTo activate OVEN LOCKOUT feature Setting BakeTo cancel OVEN LOCKOUT feature To cancel bake at anytimeWhen the cook time runs out Setting Cook TimeTo change the oven temperature or cook time after baking has started Setting Oven ControlsOperating oven light Setting Delay StartSetting Oven Controls When the cook time runs outBenefits of convection cooking Convection on some modelsHow convection works To set Convection on some modelsBroil Suggested broil settings table gas ovenTo set Broil Setting Oven ControlsTo add Warm & Hold when baking with Cook Time Adjusting Oven TemperatureTo adjust oven temperature Warm & HoldWarmer drawer recommended food settings Warmer drawer recommended settingsSetting Warmer Drawer on some modelsSetting warmer drawer Warmer drawer indicator lightTo set warmer drawer Warmer Drawer on some modelsRead before starting Select Clean Select CleanSetting Select Clean To set Select Clean to start immediatelyWhen Select Clean is finished Delayed Start Select CleanTo start a Delay Start Select Clean Select CleanCleaning recommendation table Care & CleaningSurface type RecommendationCleaning recessed and contoured areas of cooktop Cleaning the cooktop and surface burnersCleaning surface burner grates Cleaning burner capswire General cleaningAluminum foil and utensils Replacing oven light some modelsSpecial door care instructions Removing and replacing the lift-off oven doorTo remove oven door To replace oven doorSolution Before You Call Solutions to common problemsProblem Problem Before You Call Solutions to common problemsSolution sectionProblem Before You Call Solutions to common problemsSolution Surface burners do not igniteAcuerodes de protección Protection Agreements