Amana 8113P454-60 warranty Troubleshooting, Problem Solution

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM	SOLUTION
For most concerns, try these first.	• Check if oven controls have been properly set.
	• Check to be sure plug is securely inserted into receptacle.
	• Check or re-set circuit breaker. Check or replace fuse.
	•	Check power supply.
Part or all of appliance does not	• Check if surface and/or oven controls have been properly set. See pages 5 & 11.
work.	•	Check if oven door is unlocked after self-clean cycle. See page 20.
	• Check if oven is set for a delayed cook or clean program. See pages 12 & 19.
	• Check if Control Lock is activated. See page 10.
	• Check if control is in Sabbath Mode. See page 14.
Clock, indicator words, and/or	• Oven may be set for a Cook & Hold or Delay function.
lights operate but oven does	• The Control Lock may have been set. See page 10.
not heat.
Baking results are not as	•	Make sure the oven vent has not been blocked. See page 17 for location.
expected or differ from	• Check to make sure range is level.
previous oven.	• Temperatures often vary between a new oven and an old one. As ovens age, the oven
		temperature often “drifts” and may become hotter or cooler. See page 15 for
		instructions on adjusting the oven temperature. NOTE: It is not recommended to
		adjust the temperature if only one or two recipes are in question.
	• See “Cooking Made Simple” booklet for more information on bakeware and
		baking.
Food is not broiling properly or	• Check oven rack positions. Food may be too close to element.
smokes excessively.	• Broil element was not preheated.
	• Aluminum foil was incorrectly used. Never line the broiler insert with foil.
	• Oven door was closed during broiling. Leave the door open to the first stop position
		(about 4 inches).
	• Trim excess fat from meat before broiling.
	• A soiled broiler pan was used.
	• Voltage in house may be low.
Oven will not self-clean.	• Check to make sure the cycle is not set for a delayed start. See page 19.
	• Check if door is closed.
	• Check if control is in Sabbath Mode. See page 14.
	• Oven may be over 400° F. Oven temperature must be below 400° F to program a
		clean cycle.
Oven did not clean properly.	• Longer cleaning time may be needed.
	• Excessive spillovers, especially sugary and/or acidic foods, were not removed prior
		to the self-clean cycle.
Oven door will not unlock after	•	Oven interior is still hot. Allow about one hour for the oven to cool after the
self-clean cycle.		completion of a self-clean cycle. The door can be opened when the LOCK indicator
		word is not displayed.
	• The control and door may be locked. See page 10.
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