Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS RANGE SAFETY ......................................................................... 3 The Anti-Tip Bracket .................................................................... 3 PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................ 5 COOKTOP USE.........
Page 3 - RANGE SAFETY; Your safety and the safety of others are very important.; DANGER; WARNING
3 RANGE SAFETY The Anti-Tip Bracket The range will not tip during normal use. However, the range can tip if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without having the anti-tip bracket fastened down properly. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately You can be kille...
Page 5 - PARTS AND FEATURES
5 PARTS AND FEATURES This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model. Glass Touch-Activated Electronic Oven Control Panel (Models KESS908 and...
Page 9 - COOKTOP USE; Ceramic Glass
9 COOKTOP USE Ceramic Glass (on some models) The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on. Some parts of the surface cooking area may not glow red when an element is on. This is normal operation. It may cycle on and off to maintain the selected heat level. It is normal for the surfac...
Page 10 - Home Canning; Custom Control Temperature Management System
10 Home Canning When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface cooking areas, elements or surface burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool. ■ Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking area or element. On electric cooktops, canner...
Page 12 - Cooktop Controls - Custom Knobs
12 Hot Surface Indicator Lights The Hot Surface Indicator Lights are located next to each of the cooktop touch controls. The Hot Surface Indicator Lights will glow as long as any surface cooking area is too hot to touch, even after the surface cooking area(s) is turned off. Cooktop Controls - Custom...
Page 13 - Cooktop Controls - Standard Knobs
13 To Use SINGLE: 1. Push in and turn knob counterclockwise from the OFF position to the SINGLE zone anywhere between LO and HI. 2. Turn knob to OFF when finished. To Use DUAL: 1. Push in and turn knob clockwise from the OFF position to the DUAL zone anywhere between LO and HI. 2. Turn knob to OFF w...
Page 14 - Cooktop Controls - Pro Line Knobs
14 Push in and turn to the desired heat setting.Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels. Single and Dual-Size Elements The Dual-Size Elements offer flexibility depending on the size of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same way as a regular element. The dual size combi...
Page 16 - GLASS TOUCH-ACTIVATED
16 To Use: 1. Push in and turn knob to WARM setting. 2. Turn knob to OFF when finished. Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels. POWER ON Lights Each control knob has a POWER ON light. The light will glow when its control knob is on. Hot Surface Indicator Light The hot surface in...
Page 18 - Options Selection Pad
18 OPTIONS Options Selection Pad The OPTIONS selection pad allows you to access special functions within the Electronic Oven Control that allow you to customize the product to your needs. These special functions allow you to change the oven temperature between Fahrenheit and Celsius, turn the audibl...
Page 19 - Sabbath Mode - Option 7
19 To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration: 1. Press OPTIONS, and then 6 to set the calibration. 2. Press 3 to increase the temperature, or press 6 to decrease the temperature. 3. Press START to end calibration. Sabbath Mode - Option 7 The Sabbath Mode sets the oven to remain on in a bake setting unt...
Page 20 - OVEN USE; Aluminum Foil
20 OVEN USE Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few times, or when it is heavily soiled. IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and well-...
Page 21 - Oven Vent; Bake
21 3. Press START. The set oven temperature will appear on the oven display throughout cooking. “Lo” will appear as the probe temperature until the internal temperature of the food reaches 130°F (54°C) or if the probe is unplugged. Then the display will show the temperature increasing in 1°F increme...
Page 22 - Broil; Convection Cooking
22 Broil Broiling uses direct radiant heat to cook food. There are 2 broiling choices, Full Broil and Center Broil. Full Broil uses both top elements for maximum browning coverage of foods. Center Broil uses the inner element for browning coverage of a smaller area. ■ For best results, use a broiler...
Page 23 - Convection Roast
23 ■ Test baked goods for doneness a few minutes before the minimum cooking time with a method such as using a toothpick. ■ Use a meat thermometer or the temperature probe (on some models) to determine the doneness of meats and poultry. EasyConvect ™ Conversion (on some models) Convection cooking te...
Page 24 - Convection Broil
24 If you would like to purchase a Broiler Pan Kit, one may be ordered. See “Assistance or Service” section to order. Ask for Part Number W10123240. 1. Press CONVECT ROAST. Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than 325°F (162°C). The convection roast range can be set between 170°F and ...
Page 25 - Proofing Bread; Warming Drawer
25 Proofing Bread (on some models) Proofing bread prepares the dough for baking by activating the yeast. Follow the recipe directions as a guide. To Proof: Before first proofing, place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover loosely with wax paper, coated with shortening. Place on rack guide 2...
Page 26 - RANGE CARE
26 Warming Drawer Settings: The warming drawer is preset for a “low” temperature, but can be changed by pressing WARMING DRAWER ON additional times. Use the following chart as a guide when selecting a different temperature other than “Low.” Warming Drawer Temperature Chart Different foods require di...
Page 27 - General Cleaning
27 The oven is preset for a 2 hour 30 minute clean cycle, however the time can be changed. There are 5 levels of clean. Suggested clean times are 2 hours 30 minutes for light soil and between 3 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes for average to heavy soil. Use the following chart as a guide to d...
Page 28 - Oven Door
28 Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration ■ Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser: Rub product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Burned-on soil ■ Cooktop Polishing Creme and Cooktop Scraper: Rub creme into soil with d...
Page 29 - Storage Drawer; TROUBLESHOOTING
29 3. Close the oven door as far as it will shut. 4. Lift the oven door while holding both sides. Continue to push the oven door closed and pull it away from the oven door frame. To Replace: 1. Insert both hanger arms into the door. 2. Open the oven door. You should hear a “click” as the door is set...
Page 30 - ASSISTANCE OR
30 Cooktop cooking results not what expected ■ Is the proper cookware being used? See “Cookware” section. ■ Is the control knob or element controls set to the proper heat level? See “Cooktop Controls - Touch-Activated Custom Control Temperature Management System,” “Cooktop Controls - Custom Knobs Cu...
Page 31 - KITCHENAID
31 For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at: KitchenAid Brand Home AppliancesCustomer eXperience Center553 Benson RoadBenton Harbor, MI 49022-2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. Accessories Acc...