Kenmore Elite 79046379400 electric range Parts

For the Kenmore Elite 79046379400 electric range, the quickest “reset” is to cancel the current cooking mode by pressing STOP/CLEAR. If the control is locked, press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds to toggle the Oven Lockout off, then set your cooking mode again (see the owner's manual).

On this Kenmore Elite range, a reset usually falls into one of these actions:

• Cancel a mode (Bake, Broil, Clean): press STOP/CLEAR once
• Clear beeping and an F-code (F1, F2, F3, F9): press STOP/CLEAR to stop the alarm, then reprogram settings
• Turn off Oven Lockout: press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds (locks or unlocks the oven door)
• Restore normal operation after a bad entry: re-enter a valid time or temperature after the error beeps

• Press STOP/CLEAR once
• Wait a few seconds for the display to return to the time of day
• Re-select BAKE or BROIL and press START

• Press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds
• Wait for the lock indicator to clear and the door to unlock

• Press STOP/CLEAR to stop the beeping
• Reprogram the oven (set the clock, then select your cooking mode)

Using STOP/CLEAR (and the 3-second hold for lockout) prevents unnecessary part replacement and gets the control back to a known state. If the issue is limited to the oven light, replacing the bulb is often the fastest fix; we stock the range oven light bulb 316538904 for this model.

Last updated: February 2026

Yes. Kenmore Elite electric ranges like model 79046379400 are built for strong everyday cooking performance; when the oven temperature is accurate and the bake and broil elements are heating correctly, you can expect even baking results and fast, high-heat broiling.

A range usually earns a “good stove” reputation when it consistently does these things well:

• Holds a steady oven temperature during bake
• Browns evenly across one or two racks
• Broils with strong top heat for searing and browning
• Has responsive radiant surface elements on the cooktop
• Uses clear, reliable control settings and safety features

For model 79046379400, the best way to confirm features and proper operation (bake, convection bake, timed bake, warmer drawer settings, and control pad functions) is to follow the procedures in the owner's manual.

If results are inconsistent, we focus on the parts and settings that most affect performance:

• Verify you are using the correct cookware for radiant elements (flat bottom, proper size)
• Preheat fully before baking; avoid frequent door openings
• Use the recommended rack positions for bake vs. broil
• Confirm the oven light and lens are intact so you can check food without opening the door
• If temperatures seem off, test and replace the oven temperature sensor if needed

A “good stove” is mostly about consistency. When the heating circuit (elements, sensor, wiring) and your settings match the cooking mode, you get predictable bake and broil results, better texture, and fewer overcooked edges.

If you decide to tune up or repair your range, you can order model 79046379400 parts from the parts list for this model, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

On the Kenmore Elite electric range model 79046379400, the model and serial number are printed on the serial plate located on the left side of the oven front frame behind the oven door. Open the oven door and look along the left front frame area; that label is the most reliable identifier. See the owner's manual for the exact illustrated location.

• Open the oven door and check the left front frame (most common location)
• Look for a silver or white serial plate with both model and serial numbers
• Wipe the label gently; grease can make the print hard to read
• Write the model and serial numbers down for parts lookup and service records

Use the model number to match diagrams and parts lists; use the serial number when you need production-specific details.

Kenmore Elite ranges often have similar-looking control panels, bake elements, and surface elements across model families. Using the exact model number helps us match the correct components (for example, a bake element, oven temperature sensor, or terminal block) and avoid ordering a part that does not fit.

Once you have the model number, you can shop the parts list for model 79046379400 on this page, or search by model on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

If your Kenmore Elite electric range 79046379400 is not working, the most common causes are a power supply problem (tripped 240V breaker, loose cord connection, outage) or an electronic control fault that triggers beeping with F1, F2, F3, or F9. Use the 79046379400 owner's manual to match symptoms to the right checks.

• Confirm the range has power; check the double breaker and verify other 240V appliances work.
• Make sure the cord and plug are fully seated; a loose connection can stop the control from operating.
• If the control is beeping and showing F1/F2/F3/F9, press STOP/CLEAR to stop the beeping and clear the display.
• After any outage, reset the clock and oven function; do not operate the oven during a power failure.
• If only the oven light is out, cooking functions can still work; the bulb or socket can fail independently.

These codes indicate the electronic oven control detected a fault and stopped operation.

• Press STOP/CLEAR
• Reprogram the oven function
• If the code returns, record it before further troubleshooting

• Terminal block 5304409888 (burned or loose power connection point)
• Range oven light bulb 316538904 (light out, oven otherwise operates)
• Range oven light socket 316116400 (bulb will not work even with a new bulb)

Power and control issues can make the range appear completely dead. Checking power first prevents unnecessary part replacement and helps protect the electronic control from repeated interruptions.

You can order replacement parts from the parts list for model 79046379400, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026