Amana W10196156B Surface burner flames are uneven, yellow and/or noisy, Oven will not operate

Surface burner flames are uneven, yellow and/or noisy

■Are the burner ports clogged?

See “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

■On models with caps, are the burner caps positioned properly?

See “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

■Is propane gas being used?

The range may have been converted improperly. Contact a service technician or see cover for contact information.

Oven burner flames are yellow or noisy

■Is propane gas being used?

The range may have been converted improperly. Contact a service technician or see cover for contact information.

Oven temperature too high or too low

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

Surface burner makes popping noises

■Is the burner wet? Let it dry.

Gas range noises during Bake and Broil operations

Noises that may be heard during the Bake and Broil operations: Whooshing, Poof, Clicking, Snaps, Pop

These sounds are normal operational noises that can be heard each time the Bake or Broil burners ignite during the cycle.

■A pop can be heard when the gas valve is opening or cycling on and will make a single pop when it snaps open from the solenoid. It sounds similar to a suction cup being pulled off of a piece of glass.

■The igniters will click several times until the flame is detected. These are short clicking sounds like tapping a nail onto a piece of glass.

■A whooshing or poof sound is heard when the Bake or Broil burner ignites.

■On some models, a clicking sound can be heard when the convection fan relay cycles on and off.

Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop

■Is the cookware the proper size?

Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area, element or surface burner. Cookware should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) outside the cooking area.

Cooktop cooking results not what expected

■Is the proper cookware being used?

Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides and a well fitting lid, and the material should be of a medium to heavy thickness.

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

■Is the range level?

Level the range. 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 Controls” section.

Display shows messages

■Is the display showing a flashing time?

There has been a power failure. Clear the display. On some models, reset the clock, if needed. See “Clock” keypad feature in the “Feature Guide” section.

■Is the display showing a letter followed by a number? Depending on your model, press OFF/CANCEL or CANCEL/ OFF to clear the display. See “Control Display” in the “Electronic Oven Controls” section. If it reappears, call for service. See cover for contact information.

■Is the display showing a flashing “PUSH?” or “PSH”?

See the “Start” keypad feature in the “Feature Guide” 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.

■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 range level?

Level the range. 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 of the “Electronic Oven Controls” section.

■Was the oven preheated?

See “Baking and Roasting” 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.

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