Amana AEP222VAW manual Troubleshooting

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Nothing will operate

 

Oven indicator lights flash

Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.

Cooktop will not operate

Is the control knob set correctly? Push in knob before turning to a setting.

On coil element models, is the element inserted properly? See “Coil Elements and Burner Bowls” section.

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 ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) outside the cooking area.

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 range level?

Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.

On coil element models, is the element inserted properly? See “Coil Elements and Burner Bowls” section.

Oven will not operate

Is the oven tempeature knob set correctly? See “Oven Temperature Control” section.

Do the OVEN HEATING indicator lights flash? See “Assistance or Service” section.

Baking results not what expected

Was the oven preheated?

Wait for oven to preheat before placing food in oven.

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 range level?

Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.

Are baked items too brown on the bottom? Decrease oven temperature 10° F to 30°F (5°C to 15°C).

Are crust edges browning early?

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

Slow baking or roasting

Was the oven preheated?

Wait for oven to preheat before placing food in oven.

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

Is the proper length of time being used? Increase baking or roasting time.

Is the proper temperature set? Increase temperature 25°F (15°C).

Has the oven door been opened while cooking? Peeking into the oven while cooking releases oven heat and can result in longer cooking times.

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