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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