Kenmore 9991 Use and Care Guide - Page 12

Setting Warmer Drawer Controls (if equipped) Arranging Warmer (Warm The rack can be used in 2 ways: & Ready TM) Drawer Rack Positions , In the upright position to allow low profile food items to be placed both under and on top of the rack (for example, rolls or biscuits on top of the rack and a casserole dish under). , In the downward position to allow you to place light weight food items and empty dishware (for example, rolls or pastries and dinner plates). Set the warmer drawer rack as shown below. L© MED WARMER DRAWER tion Downward Position The warmer drawer is equipped with a catch which may require extra force when opening and closing the drawer. To Operate the Warmer Drawer Your range is equipped with a warmer drawer. keep hot cooked foods at serving temperature. recommended to heat cold food in the warmer The purpose of the warmer Always start with hot food. drawer. drawer is to It is not All food placed in the warmer drawer should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil to maintain quality. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the drawer and be very difficult to clean. Use only dishware, utensils and cookware recommended drawer. for oven use in the warmer Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from the warmer drawer as cookware and plates will be hot. Warmer Drawer Recommended Food Settings Food Item Roasts (Beef, Pork, Lamb) Pork Chops Bacon Hamburger Poultry Gravies Casseroles Patties Eggs Fried Foods Vegetables Pizza Biscuits Rolls, soft Rolls, hard Pastries Empty Dinner Plates Setting MED HI HI HI HI MED MED MED HI MED HI MED LO MED MED LO To Set the Thermostat Control The thermostat control is used to select the temperature of the warmer drawer. It is located on the control panel. To set the thermostat, push in and turn the knob to the desired setting. The temperatures are approximate, and are designated by HI, MED and LO. 1. Turn the knob to select the desired temperature setting. 2. For best results, preheat the drawer before adding food. will preheat in approximately 15 minutes. 3. When done, turn the thermostat control to OFF. An empty drawer Temperature Selection Refer to the chart in the side column for recommended settings. If a particular food is not listed, start with the medium setting. If more crispness is desired, remove the lid or aluminum foil. Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium setting. When a combination of foods is to be kept warm (for instance, a meat with 2 vegetables and rolls), use the high setting. Refrain from opening the warmer drawer while in use to eliminate loss of heat from the drawer. Indicator Light The indicator light is located below the warmer drawer control. It turns on when the control is set, and stays on until the control is turned off. The warmer drawer is inoperable during the self-clean cycle. The indicator light will not come on during the self-clean cycle. 12