ELECTRIC RANGE ARCHITECT® SERIES II Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230 or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com In Canada, call for assistance, installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.KitchenAid.ca Table of Contents............................................................................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS RANGE SAFETY .............................................................................3 The Anti-Tip Bracket ....................................................................3 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 COOKTOP USE ..............................................................................9 Ceramic Glass (on some models)................................................9 Cookware ..............................................
RANGE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: ■ WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF TIPPING OF THE RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI-TIP DEVICES. TO CHECK IF THE DEVICES ARE INSTALLED PROPERLY, SLIDE RANGE FORWARD, LOOK FOR ANTI-TIP BRACKET SECURELY ATTACHED TO FLOOR, AND SLIDE RANGE BACK SO REAR RANGE FOOT IS UNDER ANTI-TIP BRACKET.
PARTS AND FEATURES 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. Glass Touch-Activated Electronic Oven Control Panel (Models KESS908 and YKESS908) A F C ON CONTROL LOCKED CLEAN TIME PROBE TEMP NIGHT LIGHT MIN HR SEC MIN DELAY HR MIN COOK TIME START TIME STOP TIME MED LOW HI B A. Oven display B.
Range E A F G B H I J K L C M D A. Dual-size oval element B. Triple-size element C. Anti-tip bracket D. Warming drawer E. Dual-size element F. Electronic cooktop touch controls G. Ceramic surface cooking area H. Oven control panel I. Automatic oven light switch/ self-clean latch J. Temperature probe jack (not shown) K. Door gasket L. Model and serial number M.
Glass Touch-Activated Electronic Oven Control/Cooktop Knob Control Models Electronic Custom Control Knob (Models KERS807, YKERS807, KESS907 and YKESS907) B A CLEAN TIME PROBE TEMP F C ON NIGHT LIGHT MIN HR SEC MIN DELAY CONTROL LOCKED HR MIN COOK TIME START TIME STOP TIME MED LOW HI C D A. Surface locator and indicator light B. Oven display C. Left rear cooktop element control (dual-size element) G F E D. Left front cooktop element control (dual-size element) E. Oven control panel F.
Range D E F A G H I J B K L C A. Dual-size element (rear element also dual on electronic control models) B. Anti-tip bracket C. Warming drawer (storage drawer on standard control models) D. Ceramic surface cooking area E. Selectable simmer feature (available on standard control models) F. Hot surfaces indicator lights G. Control panel H. Automatic oven light switch/ self-clean latch I. Temperature probe jack (not shown) (electronic knob control only) J. Door gasket K. Model and serial number L.
COOKTOP USE ■ Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small expansion channels can be used. ■ Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits when heated. ■ Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop. Ceramic Glass (on some models) The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on. It may cycle on and off to maintain the selected heat level.
Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels. Home Canning When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface cooking areas, elements or surface burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool. ■ Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking area or element. On electric cooktops, canners should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) beyond the surface cooking area or element.
To Use: : 1. Touch ON/OFF. 2. Touch the “+” pad twice for KEEP WARM. When finished cooking, touch ON/OFF to turn surface cooking area off. A B C Simmer A. Single size B. Dual size C. Triple size To Use: 1. Touch ON/OFF. 2. Touch heat zone size to desired zone diameter (single, dual or triple). The corresponding zone diameter indicator light will glow to show which setting is activated. 3.
Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels. Hot Surface Indicator Lights The Hot Surface Indicator Lights are located next to each of the cooktop touch controls. The Hot Surface Indicator Lights will glow as long as any surface cooking area is too hot to touch, even after the surface cooking area(s) is turned off. A SETTING RECOMMENDED USE DUAL-SIZE ELEMENT ■ Large diameter cookware. ■ Large quantities of food. ■ Home canning. HI ■ Bring liquid to a boil.
The Dual-Size Elements offer flexibility depending on the size of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same way as a regular element. The dual size combines both the single and outer element and is recommended for larger size cookware. Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels. SETTING RECOMMENDED USE LO ■ Water-based foods such as chicken noodle soup. ■ Bringing water to boil. ■ Cooking with a lid. ■ Cooking with smaller cookware. To Use SINGLE: 1.
Cooktop Controls - Standard Knobs WARNING Single and Dual-Size Elements A Fire Hazard A. Single size Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to do so can result in death or fire. The cooktop controls can be set to anywhere between HI and LO. A OFF B Lo Hi d Me i H M Loed A. Single size B. Dual size Med Push in and turn to the desired heat setting.Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels. SETTING RECOMMENDED USE HI ■ Bring liquid to a boil.
POWER ON Lights Hot Surface Indicator Light Each control knob has a POWER ON light. The light will glow when its control knob is on. The hot surface indicator light will glow as long as any surface cooking area is too hot to touch, even after the surface cooking area(s) is turned off. A OFF Lo Hi HOT SURFACE d Me i H M Loed Med A.
Style 2 (Standard Knob Controls System) B C F C ON A CONTROL LOCKED CLEAN TIME PROBE TEMP NIGHT LIGHT MIN HR D E SEC MIN DELAY HR MIN COOK TIME START TIME STOP TIME MED LOW HI M A. Oven settings B. Oven display C. Clock/Time of day display D. Number pads L J E. Start (control lock) F. Off G. Options selection pad H. Clock set/start I.
OPTIONS Options Selection Pad The OPTIONS selection pad allows you to access special functions within the Electronic Oven Control that allow you to customize the product to your needs. These special functions allow you to change the oven temperature between Fahrenheit and Celsius, turn the audible signals and prompts on and off, and adjust the oven calibration. The Dehydrate and Sabbath Mode are also set using the OPTIONS selection pad. To Use: Press OPTIONS.
To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration: 1. Press OPTIONS, and then 6 to set the calibration. 2. Press 3 to increase the temperature, or press 6 to decrease the temperature. 3. Press START to end calibration. Sabbath Mode - Option 7 The Sabbath Mode sets the oven to remain on in a bake setting until turned off. A timed Sabbath Mode can also be set to keep the oven on for only part of the Sabbath.
OVEN USE Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few times, or when it is heavily soiled. IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and wellventilated room. NOTE: This oven automatically adjusts for 208V operation without affecting cooking performance. Preheat times may be longer.
1. Press the number pads to enter a probe temperature. The probe temperature can be set between 130°F and 190°F (54°C and 88°C). 2. Press BAKE, CONVECT BAKE or CONVECT ROAST. Press number pads to enter a temperature other than the one displayed. To move a rack, pull it out to the stop position, raise the front edge, and then lift out. Use the following illustration and charts as a guide. 5 4 3 2 1 3. Press START. The set oven temperature will appear on the oven display throughout cooking.
To Bake or Roast: Variable Temperature Broiling Before baking and roasting, position racks according to the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section. For baking, allow the range to preheat before placing food in the oven. When roasting, it is not necessary to wait for the oven to preheat before putting food in, unless recommended in the recipe. 1. Press BAKE once for 350°F (177°C), or press the number pads to enter the desired temperature. 2. Press START.
To Use: Convection Cooking (on some models) In a convection oven, the fan-circulated hot air continually distributes heat more evenly than the natural movement of air in a standard thermal oven. This movement of hot air helps maintain a consistent temperature throughout the oven, cooking foods more evenly, crisping surfaces while sealing in moisture and yielding crustier breads.
Convection Roast (on some models) Convection Roast can be used to roast meat and poultry, and bake foods, such as yeast breads, pies, loaf, bundt and tube cakes on a single rack. During convection roasting, the bake and broil elements will cycle on and off in intervals to maintain oven temperature, while the fan constantly circulates the hot air.
FOOD/RACK COOK TIME POSITION (min. per 1 lb [454 g]) OVEN TEMP. INTERNAL FOOD TEMP. (on some models) Proofing bread prepares the dough for baking by activating the yeast. Follow the recipe directions as a guide. Chicken*, Rack Position 2 Whole 3-5 lbs (1.5-2.2 kg) 5-7 lbs (2.2-3.1 kg) 20-25 325°F (163°C) 180°F (82°C) 15-20 325°F (163°C) 180°F (82°C) Turkey*, Rack Positions 1 or 2 13 lbs and under (5.85 kg) Over 13 lbs (5.
To Set a Cook Time and Stop Time (Delay Start): Before setting, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See “Clock/Timer Display” section. 1. Press BAKE, CONVECT BAKE or CONVECT ROAST. Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than the one displayed. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press COOK TIME. Press number pads to enter the length of time to cook. Press STOP TIME. Press the number pads to enter time of day to stop. Press START. The start time is automatically calculated and displayed.
RANGE CARE Self-Cleaning Cycle (on some models) WARNING Burn Hazard Do not touch the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Keep children away from oven during Self-Cleaning cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns. IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and well ventilated room.
To Delay the Start of Self-Cleaning: Before delaying the starting of Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See “Clock/Timer Display” section. Also, make sure the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin. 1. Press SELF CLEAN. To set a clean time other than 3 hours 30 minutes, press SELF CLEAN until the desired time is reached. The clean time can be set between 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes. 2. Press STOP TIME. 3.
COOKTOP CONTROLS Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner. Do not soak knobs. When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position. On some models, do not remove seals under knobs. Cleaning Method: ■ Soap and water or dishwasher: BROILER PAN AND GRID Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle. Cleaning Method: ■ Mildly abrasive cleanser: ■ Scrub with wet scouring pad. ■ Solution of ¹ ₂ cup (125 mL) ammonia to 1 gal. (3.
Oven Door Storage Drawer 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. The storage drawer can be removed. Before removing, make sure drawer is cool and empty. To Remove: To Remove: 1. Open oven door all the way. 2. Flip up the hinge latch on each side. 1. Pull drawer straight out to the first stop. 2. Lift up the back of the drawer and pull out.
TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate Oven will not operate ■ Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded outlet. ■ Is the electronic oven control set correctly? See “Glass Touch-Activated Electronic Oven Control” section. ■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■ Are the racks positioned properly? See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section. ■ ■ ■ ■ Is there proper air circulation around bakeware? See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section. Has the oven door been opened while cooking? Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer cooking times. ■ Is the batter evenly distributed in the pan? Check that batter is level in the pan. Are baked items too brown on the bottom? Move rack to higher position in the oven.
KITCHENAID® ELECTRIC RANGE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid brand of Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “KitchenAid”) will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a KitchenAid designated service company.