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What year did the Kenmore Elite come out?
Kenmore Elite launched as a premium Kenmore line in 1999. For your specific Kenmore Elite range model 79095073311, the exact build year is best confirmed by decoding the serial number and cross-checking it with the identification information in the 79095073311 owner's manual.
Use the appliance ID label and serial number to pinpoint the manufacturing date.
- Look for the model and serial tag on the oven frame (often behind the storage or warming drawer) or around the door opening.
- Write down the full serial number exactly as shown.
- Compare the serial format to the identification guidance in the 79095073311 owner's manual.
- If the label is worn, take a clear photo and zoom in to confirm characters.
- Use the serial date to estimate the appliance age for parts planning (bake element, control board, door latch, sensor).
Kenmore Elite is a product line name, not a single release year for every model. Your range’s year depends on when that specific unit was manufactured.
| What you’re trying to date | What to use | What you’ll get |
|---|---|---|
| Kenmore Elite as a line | Launch timeframe | 1999 introduction |
| Model 79095073311 | Model and serial tag | Model family and configuration |
| Your exact unit | Serial number | Manufacturing date code |
Knowing the build year helps us match the correct parts and revisions, especially for electronic items like an oven control board, temperature sensor, and door lock components.
Last updated: January 2026
Where to find model number on Kenmore Elite Stove?
On the Kenmore Elite 79095073311 electric range, the model number is printed on the identification (serial) plate. For this model, you can find that plate by opening the storage drawer or warmer drawer; the plate is attached to the lower right oven frame. See the owner's manual for the serial plate location diagram.
- Turn the range off and let it cool completely.
- Pull out and open the storage drawer or warmer drawer (if equipped).
- Look at the lower right side of the oven frame for the identification plate.
- Record the model number and serial number exactly as shown.
- Use that model number when ordering parts like a control board, door latch, or temperature sensor.
The identification plate is easy to overlook because it is not on the control panel.
| Location | What you might see | Why it is not the best spot |
|---|---|---|
| Control panel area | Control overlay labels | Usually not the model/serial plate |
| Back of range | Electrical cord and terminal cover | Model plate is typically not here on this design |
| Door jamb | Frame and gasket | Some ranges use this, but 79095073311 uses the lower frame area |
We use the exact model number to match the correct Kenmore Elite parts and wiring configuration for your range. That helps avoid ordering a similar-looking part that will not fit or connect correctly.
Last updated: January 2026
How to reset Kenmore oven model 79095073311?
To reset the Kenmore Elite range model 79095073311, we recommend a simple power reset first (turn power off at the breaker, then back on). If you need a full control reset, you can restore the oven control to factory default settings using the keypad steps in the 79095073311 owner's manual.
Use this when the display is frozen, the oven will not start, or the control is acting erratically.
- Turn OFF the range circuit breaker (or remove the fuse) for 1 to 5 minutes.
- Turn the breaker ON.
- Reset the clock and reselect your cooking mode.
- If the oven was running when power failed, confirm all knobs and settings are OFF before restarting.
Use this when settings have been changed over time (tones, 12/24-hour clock, temperature units, offsets) and you want to return the control to its original defaults.
Steps:
- Press and hold 7 on the numeric keypad until you hear an acceptance tone (about 6 seconds).
- Press START.
| Setting type | What happens after factory reset |
|---|---|
| Clock display | Returns to the default 12/24-hour mode setting |
| Control tones | Returns to the default audible/silent setting |
| Temperature units | Returns to the default Fahrenheit/Celsius setting |
| Oven temp offset (UPO) | Resets to 0 |
| Saved recipes | Cleared and returned to defaults |
If you see DOOR with a lock icon, the control may be in Oven Lockout.
- Close the oven door fully.
- Press and hold Oven Lock for 3 seconds.
- Wait about 15 seconds for the motorized latch to unlock.
- Do not force the door while the lock icon is displayed.
A power reset clears temporary control glitches, while a factory reset returns user-adjustable settings (including temperature offset) back to normal. That helps restore consistent baking performance and predictable control behavior.
Last updated: January 2026
