Kenmore 790.4101 - Manual (Page 3)

Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instroctions for future reference.
This manual contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
The safety symbol
m
calls your attention to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others,
or cause damage to the product.
Important Safety Instructions
^WARNING
A CAUTION
I Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided may result in death or serious injury.
j Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury, or
product damage.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.
Remove all tape and packaging before using the
range. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpack­
ing the range. Never allow children to play with packaging
material.
Proper Installation-Be sure your appliance is properly
installed and grounded by a qualified technician in
accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/
NFPA No. 70 latest edition, and local code require­
ments. Install only per installation instructions provided in
the literature package for this range.
In case of an emergency, know how to disconnect the
electrical power to the appliance at the circuit breaker
or fuse box.
User Servicing. Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance unless specifically recommended in
the manuals. All other servicing should be done only by
a qualified technician to reduce the risk of personal injury
and damage to the appliance. Sears Parts & Repair is the
recommended repair service forthis appliance.
Never modify or alter the construction of a range by
removing leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip
brackets/screws, or any other part of the product.
A WARNING I Stepping, leaning or sitting on the door or
drawer of this range can result in serious injuries and
also cause damage to the range. Do not allow children to
climb or play around the range. The weight of a child on an
A
WARNING
• All ranges can tip.
• Injury to persons could result.
• Install anti-tip device packed with
range.
• See Installation Instructions.
To reduce the risk of tipping, the
range oven must be secured by
properly installed anti-tip bracket(s) provided with
the range. To check if the bracket(s) is installed
properly, remove the lower panel or storage drawer
and verify that the anti-tip bracket(s) is engaged.
Refer to the Installation Instructions for proper anti­
tip bracket(s) installation.
open door may cause the range to tip, resulting in serious
burns or other injury. An open drawer, when hot, may cause
burns.
A
WARNING I Do not use the oven or warmer drawer (if
equipped) for storage.
A
CAUTION I Do not store items of interest to children
in the cabinets above a range. Children climbing on the
range to reach items could be seriously injured.
A
WARNING I Never use your appliance for warming up
or heating up the room.
• Storage in or on appliance—Flammable materials
should not be stored in an oven, near surface units
or in the drawer (if equipped). This includes paper,
plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware
and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store
explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the
appliance. Flammable materials may explode and result
in fire or property damage.
• Do not leave children alone—Children should not be
left alone or unattended in the area where appliance
is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand
on any part of the appliance.
• DO NOTTOUCH SURFACE UNITS, AREAS NEAR
THESE UNITS, OVEN HEATING ELEMENTS OR
INTERIOR SURFACES OFTHE OVEN OR WARMER
DRAWER (if equipped). Both surface and oven heating
elements may be hot even though they are dark in color.
Areas near surface units may become hot enough to
cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let
clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas
until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these
areas are the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, the
oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings,
oven door and window.
• Wear proper apparel—Loose-fitting or hanging
garments should never be worn while using the
appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable
materials contact hot surfaces.
• Do not use water or flour on grease fires—Smother
the fire with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry
chemical or foam-type extinguisher.