Tappan 318200764 Oven and/or cooktop light does not work, Oven smokes excessively during broiling

Entire oven does not operate.Controls are not set properly. See instructions under Setting Oven Controls or Oven Cleaning to set the controls.

Automatic timed oven (Timed Bake feature) set incorrectly. Follow steps under "To Set the

Automatic Timer (Timed Bake Feature)" in Setting Oven Controls .

Make sure cord/plug is plugged tightly into outlet.

Service wiring not complete. Contact servicer or dealer.

Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for service

Surface burner can be lit manually. See Setting Surface Controls in this Owner's Guide.

Be sure gas supply is turned on.

Oven and/or cooktop light does not work.

Burned-out or loose bulb. See Changing Cooktop and Oven Lights in this Owner's Guide to replace or tighten the bulb.

Oven smokes excessively during broiling.	Meat too close to broil burner. Reposition the rack to provide more clearance between the
	meat and the broiler.
	Meat not properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Slash remaining fatty edges to
	prevent curling, but do not cut into the lean.
	Broiler pan used without grid or grid covered with foil. DO NOT use the broiler pan without
	grid or cover grid with foil.
	Broiler drawer/door open. Make sure drawer/door is closed when broiling.
	Broiler drawer/door needs cleaning. Excessive smoke is caused by old grease or food spatters.
	If the broiler is used often, clean on a regular basis.
Poor baking results.	If baked food are too dark on top or bottom, allow the oven to preheat to set temperature
	before placing food in oven. Make sure the proper rack position is used when baking. Set
	temperature 25°F (12°C) lower than recommended. If food is not done afer recommended
	time, increase the set temperature 25°F (12°C).

Self-Cleaning Cycle does not work.

Controls are not set properly. Follow instructions under Oven Cleaning.

Self-cleaning cycle was interrupted. Stop time must be set 2 to 4 hours past the start time. Follow steps under "Stopping or Interrupting a Self-Clean Cycle" under Oven Cleaning.

Soil is not completely removed after self- cleaning cycle.

Failure to clean bottom front, top of oven or door area outside the oven seal. These areas are not in the self-cleaning area, but get hot enough to burn on residue. Clean these areas before starting the self-clean cycle. Burned-on residue may be cleaned with a stiff nylon brush and water or a nylon scrubber. Be careful not to damage the oven seal.

Excessive spillovers in oven. Set self-clean cycle for a longer cleaning time.

Flames inside oven or smoke from vent.

Excessive spillovers in oven. This is normal, especially for high oven temperatures, pie spillovers or large amounts of grease on the oven bottom. Wipe up excessive spillovers before starting the self-clean cycle.

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