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Before you call for service
, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that
are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
Before You Call
Solutions to Common Problems
OCCURRENCE
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Surface burners do not light
Surface Control knob has not been completely turned to LITE. Push in and turn
the Surface Control knob to LITE until burner ignites and then turn control to
desired
fl
ame size.
Be sure gas supply valve is open.
Gas-air mixture needs a straight line to travel. Be sure burner is properly seated
in its support (models with open burners only).
Burner ports or slots are clogged. With the burner o
ff
, use a small-gauge wire
or needle to clean ports or slots.
Power cord is disconnected from outlet (electric ignition models). Be sure cord
is plugged securely into outlet.
Electrical power outage (electric ignition models). Burners can be lit manually.
See
Setting Surface Controls
in this Use & Care Guide.
Surface burner
fl
ame burns half way
around.
Burner ports or slots are clogged. With the burner o
ff
, clean ports with a small-
gauge wire or needle to clean ports or slots.
Moisture is present after cleaning. Lightly fan the
fl
ame and allow burner to
operate until
fl
ame is full. To avoid this occurrence dry the burners thoroughly
following instructions under
General Care & Cleaning.
Surface burner
fl
ame is orange.
Dust particles in main line. Allow the burner to operate a few minutes until
fl
ame
turns blue.
In coastal areas, a slightly orange
fl
ame is unavoidable due to salt air.
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