Whirlpool SF388PEW warranty Other possible problems and their causes, Problem, Cause

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Other possible problems and their causes:

PROBLEM

The oven will not operate

Burner fails to light

CAUSE

lYou have not set the electronic control correctly. Refer to the section in this manual describing the function you are operating.

lYou have programmed a delayed start time. Wait for the start time to be reached or cancel and reset the control.

lThe range is not plugged into a live outlet with the proper voltage. (See Installation Instructions.)

lYou have blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker. In case of prolonged power failure, manually light burners (see page 9).

l The burner ports are clogged. Clean with a straight pin or a

Burner flames are uneven

Burner flames lift off ports, are yellow, or are noisy when turned off

Burner makes popplng noise when on

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brush (see page 34).

The burner ports are clogged. Clean with a straight pin or a brush (see page 34). If this fails, call for service.

The air/gas mixture is incorrect. Contact a service techni- cian to check it.

The burner is wet from washing. Let dry.

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UseAndCare Table of Contents completeTable of Contents Please record your model’s information Thank you for buying a Whirlpool0 applianceALL Ranges can TIP Range SafetyYour safety is important to us See Installation InstructionsGeneral Tffl,ttt GiibGrease When usina the cooktorWhen using the oven Care and cleaningRange unless specifically recommended Do nol clean door heat seal. Ris essenTial for a good seal. Care should be Taken not to rub, damage, or moveControl knob control Getting to Know Your RangeControl Panel Number plateCase of a prolonged power failure Using Your RangeUsing the surface burners Burner heat settingsBe sure pans do not tip, whether they are full or empty Cookware tipsHome canning information Explosion HazardNonfrozen pies Positioning racksPans Extra oven rack position Roasting rackFor best air circulation Display see below For settings from 0 to 1 minuteElectronic oven control Display/clockPress YOU see Setting the clockCommand Buttons Set knob Press YOU see TurnExample shows 30 seconds Using the electronic MinuteTimer Canceling a functionDisplay will increase in 5 amounts Baking/roastingPress Turn YOU seeHold YOU see Adjusting the oven temperature controlOven will then shut off PressPosition the rack before turning the oven on BroilingRack Position Broiling rack position chartBroiling tips Use the broiler pan and grid for broilingUsing the electronic MEALTIMERm control Energy saving tipsTo start baking/roasting now and stop automatically Pressyou see YOU see Time To delay start and stop automaticallyWhen the start time is reached To cancel the MEALTIMERm control settingsPaw Oven ventDrawer roller Storage drawerTo verify the anti-tip Brackets is engaged Anti-tip bracketsBefore you start Using the Self-Cleaning CycleHand-clean frame Hand-clean door AroundedgeSetting the controls To start cleaning immediatelyDelay Start After the Self-Cleaning cycle starts Special tips To stop the Self-Cleaning cycle at any timeOvENswroFF WonLmLocm SrARr How the cycle worksCaring for Your Surface burner gratesYour range is designed for easy care Burner csa Cleaning the contoured well areasTo clean the cooktop, wipe with a damp sponge and dry Surface burners and cooktopCleaning the surface burners Cleaning chart HOW to CleanPart What to USE Paper towel and spray glass cleanerSelf-Cleaning cycle Part Oven racks Oven door glass Oven cavityTo replace the oven light Oven lightIf nothing Operates, check the following TroubleshootingCause Other possible problems and their causesProblem Oven will not operate Burner fails to lightControl knobs will not turn Reauestincl Assistance or Serifice If you need serviceIf you need FSP@ Replacement parts If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solvedTopic IndexSurface Burners SELF-CLEANINGTopicpage Storage DrawerPart no -314459-03-O/436341 Gas Range WarrantyLength of Warranty Whirlpool will PAY for Whirlpool will not PAY for