KitchenAid KFEG500ESS User Instructions Download

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ACCESSORIES

For accessories in the U.S.A., you can visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com or call us at 1-800-422-1230.

Clean cycle did not work
on all spills

Several cooking cycles between Clean cycles or spills on oven walls and doors - Run additional
Clean cycles. Use the AquaLift

Technology Cleaning Kit. affresh

Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner or

affresh

Cooktop Cleaner can be used for stubborn soils.

See the “Accessories” and “Clean Cycle”

sections for more information

Mineral deposits are left on
the oven bottom after the
Clean cycle

Tap water was used in the Clean cycle - Use distilled or filtered water in the Clean cycle.

To remove deposits, use a cloth soaked with vinegar. Then use a cloth dampened with water to
thoroughly remove any vinegar residue.

Range is not level - Mineral deposits will collect on dry areas of the oven bottom during the Clean cycle.
Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.

To remove deposits, use a cloth soaked with vinegar. Then use a cloth dampened with water to
thoroughly remove any vinegar residue.

Oven cooking results not
what expected

Range is not level - Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.

The set temperature was incorrect - Double-check the recipe in a reliable cookbook.

Oven temperature needs adjustment - See “Oven Temperature Control” in the “Electronic Oven
Controls” section.

Oven was not preheated - See the “Baking and Roasting” section.

Racks were positioned improperly - See the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

Not enough air circulation around bakeware - See the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

Batter distributed unevenly in pan - Check that batter is level in the pan.

Darker browning of food caused by dull or dark bakeware - Lower oven temperature 25°F (15°C) or
move rack to a higher position in the oven.

Lighter browning of food caused by shiny or light colored bakeware - Move rack to a lower position
in the oven.

Incorrect length of cooking time was used - Adjust cooking time.

Oven door was not closed - Be sure that the bakeware does not keep the door from closing.

Oven door was opened during cooking - Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer
cooking times.

Rack is too close to bake burner, making baked items too brown on bottom - Move rack to higher
position in the oven.

Pie crusts browning too quickly - Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust and/or reduce
baking temperature.

Complete Cooktop Cleaner Kit

(ceramic glass models)

(includes cleaner, protectant, protectant
applicator, scraper, and cleaner pads)

Order Part Number 31605

Cooktop Protectant

(ceramic glass models)

Order Part Number 31463A

affresh

Stainless Steel Cleaning

Wipes

(stainless steel models)

Order Part Number W10355049

affresh

Cooktop Cleaner

(ceramic glass models)

Order Part Number W10355051

Cooktop Cleaning Pads

(ceramic glass models)

Order Part Number W10391473

affresh

Stainless Steel Cleaner

(stainless steel models)

Order Part Number W10355016

affresh

Kitchen and Appliance

Cleaner

Order Part Number W10355010

AquaLift

Oven Cleaning Kit

Order Part Number W10423113RP

Cooktop Scraper

(ceramic glass models)

Order Part Number WA906B

Granite Cleaner and Polish

Order Part Number W10275756

Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner

Order Part Number 31617A

Gourmet Griddle

Order Part Number W10432539

Standard Flat Oven Rack

Order Part Number W10551060

Split Oven Rack

Order Part Number 4396927

Max Capacity Rack

Order Part Number W10289145

Roll Out Rack

Order Part Number W10570870

Porcelain Broiler Pan and Grid

Order Part Number 4396923

Premium Broil Pan and Roasting Rack

Order Part Number W10123240

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Summary of Contents for KFEG500ESS

Page 1: ... del lado derecho superior de la puerta del horno ELECTRIC RANGE USER INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents RANGE SAFETY 2 The Anti Tip Bracket 2 KEY USAGE TIPS 4 AquaLift Self Cleaning Technology 4 Surface Temperatures 4 Preheating 4 Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning 4 FEATURE GUIDE 5 COOKTOP USE 8 Cooktop Controls Touch Activated 8 Cookware 10 Home Canning 11 OVEN USE 12 Electronic Oven Controls 12 Keep W...

Page 2: ...y alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean follow instructions instructions DANGER WARNING Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed Verify the anti tip bracket has been properly installed and engaged per installation instructions Re engage anti tip bracket if range is moved Do not operate range without anti tip bracket installed and engaged Failur...

Page 3: ...f these pans or bowls during cooking may subject wiring or components underneath to damage Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil to line surface unit drip bowls or oven bottoms except as suggested in the manual Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock or fire Glazed Cooking Utensils Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glaz...

Page 4: ...l of the oven racks provided with your oven inside the oven cavity Higher temperatures will take longer to preheat The preheat cycle rapidly increases the oven temperature The actual oven temperature will go above your set temperature to offset the heat lost when your oven door is opened to insert food This ensures that when you place your food in the oven the oven will begin at the proper tempera...

Page 5: ...e countdown If enabled end of cycle tones will sound at end of countdown The display will return to the time of day at the end of countdown 4 Press TIMER SET OFF to cancel the Timer and return to the time of day Do not press the Off keypad because the oven will turn off START Cooking start The Start keypad begins any oven function If Start is not pressed within 2 minutes after pressing a keypad th...

Page 6: ...be displayed Enter a temperature in the allowable range 3 Press START 4 To change the temperature repeat Step 2 Press START for the change to take effect 5 Press OFF when finished EASYCONVECT CONVERSION Recipe conversion for convection cooking NOTE For best results preheat your oven to the required temperature prior to using EasyConvect Conversion After preheating is complete press OFF before usin...

Page 7: ...T to begin preheating the warming drawer 4 Allow the warming drawer to preheat for 15 minutes 5 Place the cooked food s in the warming drawer 6 Press WARMING DRAWER OFF to turn off the heating element Refer to the Warming Drawer section for more information WARMING DRAWER SLOW COOK OFF Slow cook drawer 1 Press WARMING DRAWER SLOW COOK to select the Slow Cook function at the Low setting 2 To select...

Page 8: ... to its original color Clean the cooktop after each use to help avoid scratches pitting abrasions and to condition the glass surface Ceramic glass cooktop cleaner and a cooktop scraper are also recommended for stubborn soils Do not use abrasive cleaners cleaning pads or harsh chemicals for cleaning The Complete Cooktop Cleaner Kit Part Number 31605 contains all of the items needed to clean and con...

Page 9: ...ator Lights The Hot Surface Indicator Lights are located in each of the cooktop touch controls The Hot Surface Indicator Light will glow as long as the surface cooking area is too hot to touch even after the surface cooking area is turned off Control Lock The Control Lock feature will avoid unintended use of the cooktop and the oven All cooktop and oven functions must be off including the Timer Th...

Page 10: ...lone or when any of the other surface cooking areas are being used The Warm Zone element area will not glow red when cycling on However Warming Zone On will be lit in the oven control display while the Cooktop Warm Zone element is in use Use only cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use Cover all foods with a lid or aluminum foil When warming baked goods allow a small opening in the cover for...

Page 11: ...blished home canning guides Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance Cookware Characteristics Aluminum Heats quickly and evenly Suitable for all types of cooking Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks May leave aluminum residues which may be diminished if cleaned immediately after cooking Cast iron Heats slowly and evenly Good for browning and fr...

Page 12: ...ne to either high or low 1 Press OPTIONS until SOUND VOLUME is displayed 2 The current setting will be displayed 3 Press the 1 keypad to adjust the setting 4 Press OFF to save the setting and display the time of day End of Cycle Tone Activates or turns off the tones that sound at the end of a cycle 1 Press OPTIONS until END TONE is displayed 2 The current setting will be displayed 3 Press the 1 ke...

Page 13: ... temperature in the allowable range NOTE The temperature may be changed at any time by pressing the number keypads to enter the desired temperature and then START 3 Press START 4 Place food in the oven 5 Press OFF when finished 6 Remove food from the oven To Cancel Keep Warm Press OFF Remove food from oven Sabbath Mode The Sabbath Mode sets the oven to remain on in a bake setting until turned off ...

Page 14: ... adjusted as shown in the previous figure Multiple Rack Cooking 2 rack Use rack positions 2 and 5 for regular baking 2 rack convection only Use rack positions 2 and 5 3 rack true convection only Use rack positions 2 4 and 6 NOTE The roll out rack which is available on some models sits midway between adjacent rack positions When used for 3 rack baking it is recommended that it be placed in rack pos...

Page 15: ...rt your food when the preheat tone sounds Do not open the door during preheat before the tone sounds Oven Temperature While in use the oven elements will cycle on and off as needed to maintain a consistent temperature but they may run slightly hot or cool at any point in time due to this cycling Opening the oven door while in use will release the hot air and cool the oven which could impact the co...

Page 16: ...ier breads During convection cooking the bake broil and convection true convection only elements cycle on and off in intervals to maintain the oven temperature while the fan circulates the hot air If the oven door is opened during convection cooking the fan will turn off immediately It will come back on when the oven door is closed NOTE The oven door must be closed for convection broiling Position...

Page 17: ... START The display will count down the time When the time ends the oven will shut off automatically The temperature and or time setting can be changed at any time by repeating steps 2 through 5 6 Press OFF to clear the display NOTE The time setting for any timed cooking function including EasyConvect Conversion can be adjusted by following the previous steps 3 through 5 To Set a Delayed Timed Cook...

Page 18: ...ing drawer 6 Press WARMING DRAWER OFF to turn off the heating element The Warming Drawer operates at temperatures of approximately 127ºF 53ºC Low 141ºF 61ºC Medium and 159ºF 71ºC High Slow Cook The Slow Cook function in the warming drawer cooks food slowly at a low temperature over a long period of time similar to a countertop slow cooker There are 2 settings Hi and Lo Guidelines for cooking times...

Page 19: ...lastic scraper Additional Clean cycles may be run to help remove the stubborn soils IMPORTANT Do not use oven cleaners The use of chemicals including commercial oven cleaners or metal scouring pads may cause permanent damage to the porcelain surface of the oven interior NOTES The range should be level to ensure that the entire surface of the bottom of the oven cavity is covered by water at the beg...

Page 20: ...ills while the cooktop is still warm You may want to wear oven mitts while cleaning the cooktop affresh Cooktop Cleaner and Cooktop Cleaning Pads Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down Rub product into surface with a Cooktop Cleaning Pad Continue rubbing until white film disappears Heavy soil dark streaks specks and discoloration Clean with affresh Cooktop Cleaner or nonabrasive cleaner and clea...

Page 21: ...alified electrician to verify the electrical supply Cooktop will not operate The control knob is not set correctly Push in knob before turning to a setting On ceramic glass models the oven control lockout is set See the Control Lock keypad feature in the Feature Guide section Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop Cookware is not the proper size Use cookware about the same size as the surface c...

Page 22: ...e Lower oven temperature 25 F 15 C or move rack to a higher position in the oven Lighter browning of food caused by shiny or light colored bakeware Move rack to a lower position in the oven Incorrect length of cooking time was used Adjust cooking time Oven door was not closed Be sure that the bakeware does not keep the door from closing Oven door was opened during cooking Oven peeking releases ove...

Page 23: ...under this limited warranty 1 Commercial non residential or multiple family use or use inconsistent with published user operator or installation instructions 2 In home Instruction on how to use your product 3 Service to correct improper product maintenance or installation installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes or correction of household electrical or plumbing i e house wi...

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