from Cut-Out Opening NOTE: For 29" cutout wide opening, you must call the Sears Service Center for optional side panels and clear wide cooktop rim. COUNTERTOP PREPARATION The cooktop sides of the range fit over the cutout edge of your countertop. Countertop must be level. If you have a square finish (flat) countertop, no countertop preparation is required. Cooktop sides lay directly on edge of countertop. Formed front-edged countertops must have molded edge shaved flat 3/4" from each front

Safe canning requires 5. It is best to can small amounts and light loads. that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed and the jars are sealed Prevent damage to cooktop and burner grates: completely. When canning in a water 1. Do not use water bath or pressure canners that extend more than one bath canner, a gentle but steady boil inch (2.5 cm) beyond the edge of the burner grate. must be maintained continuously for 2. Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an the required ti

Destroy the carton and plastic bags after not be stored on the cooktop, near surface burners. unpacking the cooktop. Never allow children to play with This includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as packaging material. Do not remove the model/serial plate cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flammable attached to the cooktop. liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on the cooktop. Flammable materials may explode and result = Proper Installation--Besureyourappliance

National Electrical Code ANSl/NFPA No. 70--latest edition, and local code requirements, install and/or Do not leave children alonemChildren should not be adjust only per installation instructions provided in the left alone or unattended inthe area where an appliance literature package for this cooktop. is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance. Sears Parts & Repair is the recommended repair service for this appliance. Know how to disconnect the electric

range. The kit contains installation instructions which must be read before and followed carefully when installing the kit. 5 Surface Cooking CORRECT INCORRECT Use Proper Cookware = Curved and warped pan bottoms. Cookware should _i!i!ii!iiiiiiii_i_.... iiii!!i have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface Pan overhangs unit by more than • Flat bottom and straight heating element. 2.5 cm (1"). sides. Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across Tight fitting lids. the bottom o

Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth or paper towel. Remove all cleaners orthe porcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop. The holes in the burners of your cooktop must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and a complete, even flame. Clean the burner holes routinely with a small gauge wire or needle and especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes. To remove and replace burner units per your model, see instructions

• Know which knob controls each surface burner. Always turn the knob to the LITE position when igniting the burners. Visually check that the burner has lit. Then adjust the flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. Use Proper Flame Size--Adjust flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to flame w

You will not be able to see that the burner is on. Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched. Damage may also be done to the cooktop or burners because the covers may cause overheating. Air will be blocked from the burner and cause combustion problems. GLASS COOKTOPS (some models): = Do Not Clean or Operate a Broken Cooktop. if cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediat

To Clean the Removable Burner Base and Gas Opening (some models) The ports (or slots) around the burner base must be routinely cleaned. Use a small-gauge wire or needle to clean small slots or holes. Note: If the electrode is damaged or broken, the surface burner will not light because it will not spark. Manual lighting with a match is still possible. For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burner -DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS, FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS OPENING TUBE.

Serial Plate Location You will find the model and serial number printed on the serial plate. The serial plate is located under the cooktop. Please see the illustration for exact location. Remember to record the serial number for future reference (See Product Record above). Product Record Do Not Use Decorative Surface Element Covers. If an element is accidentally turned on, the decorative cover will become hot and possibly melt. Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched. Damage may also be d