Kenmore C970-656633 Use & Care Manual

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6LockUnlockInstallation Instructions (continued)LevellingFor good baking results, your range should be level. Screw type levelling legs are provided at eachcorner of the range at the base. Remove the storage drawer to adjust the levelling legs. (Refer toStorage Drawer section).To level the range:1. Use a 1¼” open end key or an adjustable wrench to equallyunscrew the four levelling legs two to three turns each.2. Install an oven rack in the center of the oven.3. Move the range to its final position, then put a spirit level on the rack to check forlevelness. Take two readings, one with the level placed diagonally first in one di-rection, and then the other.4. Use the 1 ¼” key or wrench to adjust the levelling legs. Turn each one until therange stands firm without wobbling.5. Some models are supported by smooth glide rollers to facilitate moving.1. Place the pan on the surface element.2. Push in and turn the surface element control knob to desired setting.3. The Element On indicator lights are located on the control panel between two elementcontrol knobs, one on each side, and will glow when a surface element is turned ON.A quick glance at this indicator light after cooking is an easy check to be sure ALLsurface controls are turned OFF. Always turn the element off before removing the pan.Note: The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food beingcooked will influence the setting needed for best cooking results.Setting Type of CookingHI (MAX) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling.5 (MED) Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies, steamvegetables.2-4 (MED-LOW) Keep food cooking, poach, stew.LO (MIN) Keep warm, melt, simmer.NOTE: All knobs shown in this owner's Guide are typical only .The suggested settings found in the chart above are based on cooking in medium thickness aluminum pans with lids. Settingsmay vary when using other types of pans.Do not place items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of thecooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wood could catch fire if placed too closeto the element.DO NOT use the surface element in self-clean mode. During the self-clean cycle, the surface elements,when used, are subjected to high heat. To ensure maximum element life, do not use the surface element during a self-clean cycle.O53412LO7698HIIf floor is flat and level, open the drawer and lower the front roller locking levers(some models) to prevent the range from moving.If floor is not flat or level or if this model has rollers without locking levers, use the 4levelling legs to level, support and prevent the range from moving.Circuit ProtectionAs a protection against surcharge, a 15 amp, 120 volt breaker is provided for eachof the electric outlet(s) (2 max.). It (they) is (are) located on top or underneath of thecontrol panel. Models with no electric outlet have no breaker.Setting Surface ControlsModels with Coil Surface Elements (some models)Locking the Front Rollers(some of the 30” models only)