Kenmore 9991 Use and Care Guide - Page 10
FEATURE, OVERVIEW, Operate, Warmer, Ready, Lights, Zone Recommended, Food Settings, Food Item
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Surface Cooking FEATURE OVERVIEW . Setting Warmer Zone Controls (some models) To Operate the Warmer (Warm & Ready TM) Zone The purpose of the warmer zone is to keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. Use the warmer zone to keep cooked foods hot such as: vegetables, gravies, casseroles, soups, stews, breads, pastries and oven-safe dinner plates. Always start with hot food. Do not heat cold food on the warmer zone. All food placed on the warmer zone should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil. When warming pastries or breads, the cover should have an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very difficult to clean. Use only dishware, utensils and cookware recommended the warmer zone. for oven and cooktop use on Always use potholders or oven mitts when warmer zone as cookware and plates will be hot. To Set the Warmer Zone Control removing food from the 1. To set the control, push in and turn the knob. The temperatures are approximate, and are designated by HI, MED and LO. However, the control can be set at any position between Hi and LO for different levels of heating. 2. When done, turn the control to OFF. The warmer zone will remain warm until the hot surface indicator light goes off. MD WARMER ZONE Temperature Selection Refer to the chart for recommended heating levels. If a particular food is not listed, start with the medium level, and adjust as needed. Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium level. Indicator Lights The surface indicator light is located below the warmer zone control. It turns on when the control is set, and stays on until the control is turned off. The hot surface indicator light, located on the control panel, will come on when the control is set and will continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled clown to a moderate level. enough surface The warmer zone will not glow red when it is hot, but becomes hot to cause burns. Avoid placing hands on or near the warmer zone until the hot indicator light is off. Warmer Zone Control \. Warmer Zone Recommended Food Settings /" / Warmer Zone - II Indicator Warmer Zone ./ Hot Surfac_ Indicator Lights Food Item Breads/Pastries Casseroles Dinner Plates with Food Eggs Gravies Meats Sauces Soups (cream) Stews Vegetables Fried Foods Hot Beverages Heating Level LO LO LO LO LO MED MED MED MED MED HI HI 10