Summary of Contents for KitchenAid KERA807 KESI901
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For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230 In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at... www.kitchenaid.com or www.KitchenAid.ca Table of Contents... 2 Models KERA807 KESI901 KESA907 KESV908 YKESA907 YKERA807 YKESV908 9757451...
RANGE SAFETY ...3 The Anti-Tip Bracket ...3 PARTS AND FEATURES...6 COOKTOP USE ...8 Ceramic Glass ...8 Cookware ...9 Home Canning ...9 Cooktop Controls for Electronic Touch Activated System ...9 Cooktop Controls for Electronic Knob Control System ...11 Cooktop Controls for Standard Knob Control System ...13 ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL ...15...
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 the anti-tip bracket fastened down properly.
Never Use the Range for Warming or Heating the Room. Do Not Leave Children Alone – Children should not be left alone or unattended in area where the range is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. Placement of Oven Racks – Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven. DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF OVEN –...
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. Control Panel for Electronic Touch Activated System (Models KESV908 and YKESV908 - Pro Line™ Series)
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Cooktop Element Controls for Electronic Touch Activated System Range (Electronic Touch Activated System) A. Dual-Size Oval Element E. Model and Serial Number (behind left side of drawer) B. Triple-Size Element F. Warming Drawer C. Temperature Probe Jack (not shown) G. Dual-Size Element D.
Range (Standard and Electronic Knob Control System) A. Warming Zone Element (on E. Model and Serial Number some models) (behind left side of drawer) B. Dual-Size Element F. Warming Drawer (Storage Drawer on some models) C. Temperature Probe Jack (not shown) G.
Determine flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, no space or light should be visible between it and the cookware. Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small expansion channels can be used.
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[6-7] Fry or sauté foods. Cook soups, sauces and gravies. MED-LO Stew or steam food. [4-5] LO-3 Simmer (range of simmer temperatures) [SIMMER] KEEP WARM Keep cooked foods warm. MELT & HOLD Melt chocolate or butter. REMEMBER: When cooktop is in use, the entire cook- top area may become hot.
Bring liquid to a boil. MED- HI Hold a rapid boil. Quickly brown or sear food. Maintain a slow boil. Fry or sauté foods. Cook soups, sauces and gravies. MED-LO Stew or steam food. Simmer (range of simmer temperatures). [SIMMER]...
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RECOMMENDED USE WARM Keep cooked foods warm. MELT Melt chocolate or butter. REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models) during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may become hot. Single and Dual-Size Elements A. Single size A.
SIMMER Switch (on some models) WARM ZONE Element Switch REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models) during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may become hot. Single and Dual-Size Elements The Dual-Size Elements offer flexibility depending on the size of the cookware.
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When this feature is on, the wattage to the burner is significantly reduced. It provides a wide range of temperatures for simmering. Choose from the higher levels for stocks and water-based foods or the lower levels for sauces, puddings and gravies.
Start The START pad begins any oven function except the Timer, Control Lock and Sabbath Mode. If not pressed within 5 seconds after pressing a pad, “START?” will appear on the oven display as a reminder. If not pressed within 5 minutes after pressing a pad, the oven display will return to inactive mode (blank) and the programmed function will be canceled.
Timer The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds or hours and minutes and counts down the set time. NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the oven. 1. Press TIMER SET/START. Press again to switch from MIN/SEC and HR/MIN. If no action is taken after 4 minutes, the display will return to the time of day mode.
Temperature Probe (on some models) WARNING Burn Hazard Use an oven mitt to remove temperature probe. Do not touch broil element. Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns. The temperature probe accurately measures the internal temperature of meat, poultry and casseroles with liquid and should be used in determining the doneness of meat and poultry.
Positioning Racks and Bakeware IMPORTANT: Do not place food or bakeware directly on the oven door or bottom. Permanent damage will occur to the porcelain finish. RACKS NOTES: Position racks before turning the oven on. Do not position racks with bakeware on them. Make sure racks are level.
3. Press OFF when finished cooking. Broil (Maxi/Econo on some models) Use only the broiler pan and grid provided with the range. It is designed to drain juices and help prevent spatter and smoke. For proper draining, do not cover the grid with foil. The bottom of the pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier cleaning.
“Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section. 1. Press CONVECT BAKE. Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than 325°F (163°C). The convection bake range can be set between 170°F and 500°F (77°C and 260°C). 2. Press START. “Lo°” will appear on the oven display if the actual oven temperature is under 170°F (77°C).
C. Broil pan 1. Press CONVECT ROAST. Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than 300°F (149°C). The convection roast range can be set between 170°F and 500°F (77°C and 260°C). 2. Press START. “Lo°” will appear on the oven display if the actual oven temperature is under 170°F (77°C).
Close the door. 1. Press CONVECT BROIL. Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than 500°F (260°C). The convection broil range can be set between 300°F and 500°F (149°C and 260°C). 2. Press START. The set oven temperature will appear on the oven display until oven is turned off.
To Regularly Set, Untimed: 1. Press BAKE. Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than 325°F (163°C). The bake range can be set between 170°F and 500°F (77°C and 260°C). 2. Press START. The oven will begin a bake cycle.
2. Press START. Let the dough rise until nearly doubled in size, checking after 20-25 minutes. Proofing time may vary depending on dough type and quantity. 3. Press OFF when finished proofing. Before second proofing, shape the dough, place it in baking pan(s) and cover loosely with plastic wrap, coated with cooking spray.
Wipe out any loose soil to reduce smoke and avoid damage. At high temperatures, foods react with porcelain. Staining, etching, pitting or faint white spots can result. This will not affect cooking performance. RANGE CARE Self-Cleaning Cycle (on some models) WARNING...
Prepare Cooktop and Storage Drawer: Remove plastic items from the cooktop because they may melt. Remove all items from the storage drawer. How the Cycle Works IMPORTANT: The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the oven may result in discoloring, loss of gloss, hairline cracks and popping sounds.
1. Unplug range or disconnect power. 2. Turn the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven counterclockwise to remove. 3. Turn bulb counterclockwise to remove from socket. 4. Replace bulb and bulb cover by turning clockwise. 5. Plug in range or reconnect power.
2. Slide the drawer closed. Oven Door For normal range use, it is not suggested to remove the oven door. However, if removal is necessary, make sure the oven is off and cool. Then, follow these instructions. The oven door is heavy.
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded outlet. Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
To locate the KitchenAid designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at: KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center...
For one year from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for factory specified parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship.