Cooktop cooking results not what expected

Cooktop cooking results not what expected

■Is the proper cookware being used? See “Cookware” section.

■Is the control knob set to the proper heat level? See “Cooktop Controls” section.

■Is the appliance level?

Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.

Oven will not operate

■Is this the first time the oven has been used?

Turn on any one of the surface burner knobs to release air from the gas lines.

■Is the electronic oven control set correctly? See “Electronic Oven Control” section.

■On some models, is the Control Lockout set? See “Control Lockout” section.

Oven burner flames are yellow or noisy

■Is propane gas being used?

The appliance may have been converted improperly. Contact a service technician or see “Assistance or Service” section.

Cooling fan runs during baking, broiling or cleaning

■It is normal for the fan to automatically run while the oven is in use to cool the electronic control.

Oven temperature too high or too low

■Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment? See “Oven Temperature Control” section.

Display shows messages

■Is the display showing a flashing time?

There has been a power failure. Clear the display. See “Display(s)” section. On some models, reset the clock, if needed. See “Clock” section.

■Is the display showing a letter followed by a number? Depending on your model, press OFF/CANCEL, OFF or CANCEL/OFF to clear the display. See “Display(s)” section. If it reappears, call for service. See “Assistance or Service” section.

■Is the display showing a flashing “PUSH?” or “START?”? See the “START” section in the “Electronic Oven Controls” section.

Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate

■Is the oven door open?

Close the oven door all the way.

■Has the function been entered? See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section.

■On some models, has a delay start Self-Clean cycle been set?

See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section.

■Has a delay start been set? See “Timed Cooking” section.

■Has a self-clean cycle been run in the past 12 hours?

If a self-clean cycle has been run, or canceled after the oven has reached temperature, you will have to wait 12 hours to restart.

Oven cooking results not what expected

■Is the appliance level?

Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.

■Is the proper temperature set? Double-check the recipe in a reliable cookbook.

■Is the proper oven temperature calibration set? See “Oven Temperature Control” section.

■Was the oven preheated?

See “Baking and Roasting” section.

■Is the proper bakeware being used? See “Bakeware” section.

■Are the racks positioned properly?

See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

■Is there proper air circulation around bakeware? See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

■Is the batter evenly distributed in the pan? Check that batter is level in the pan.

■Is the proper length of time being used? Adjust cooking time.

■Has the oven door been opened while cooking? Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer cooking times.

■Are baked items too brown on the bottom? Move rack to higher position in the oven.

■Are pie crust edges browning early?

Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust and/or reduce baking temperature.