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BEFORE YOU CALL
Solutions to Common Problems
Before you call for service, review the following list. It may save you time and expense. Possible solutions are provided
with the problem listed:
Problem
Solution
Poor baking results
Many factors effect baking results. Use proper oven rack position. Center food in the
oven and space pans to allow air to circulate. Preheat oven to the set temperature
before placing food in the oven. Try adjusting the recipe's recommended temperature
or baking time. See
“Adjusting the Oven Temperature”
on
if you feel the oven
is too hot or cold.
Appliance is not level
Be sure floor is level, strong and stable enough to adequately support range. If floor is
sagging or sloping, contact a carpenter to correct the situation.
Poor installation. Place oven rack in center of oven and place a level on the oven rack.
Adjust leveling legs at base of appliance until the rack is level.
Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear not level. Be sure cabinets are
square and have sufficient room for appliance clearance.
Cannot move appliance easily.
Appliance must be accessible for
service.
Cabinets not square or are built in too tight to allow clearance for appliance. Contact
builder or installer to make appliance accessible.
Carpet interferes with appliance. Provide sufficient space so appliance can be lifted
over carpet.
Entire appliance does not work.
For models with a power cord, make sure power cord is plugged properly into outlet. If
electricity to home is working, check fuse box or breaker. Call your local electric
company for service outage information..
Oven portion does not operate.
The time of day is not set. The oven clock must first be set in order to operate the oven.
See
Be sure oven controls are set properly. See “Oven Control Functions” on page 14 and
review instructions for the desired cooking function in this manual or see “Entire
appliance does not operate” in this checklist.
Oven light does not work.
Be sure the oven light is secure in the socket. See
on
.
Flames inside oven or smoking
from oven vent.
Excessive spills in oven. Grease or food spilled onto oven bottom or oven cavity. Wipe
up excessive spills before starting oven. If flames or excessive smoke are present
when using Broil, see
.
Oven racks discolored or do not
slide easily.
Oven racks left in oven cavity during
Clean
. Always remove oven racks from oven
cavity before starting a clean cycle. Clean by using a mild abrasive cleaner following
manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with clean water, dry, and replace in oven.
Oven smokes excessively when
broiling.
Incorrect setting. Follow broiling instructions in Setting Oven Controls section.
Meat too close to the broil flame. Reposition broil rack to provide proper clearance
between the meat and flame. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining fatty edges
to prevent curling, but do not cut into lean.
Grease build up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when broiling
frequently. Grease or food splatters will cause excessive smoking.
