Oven burner flames are uneven, yellow and/or noisy

Is propane gas being used?

The appliance may have been converted improperly. Contact a trained repair specialist.

Is the air/gas mixture correct?

Contact a designated service technician to check the air/gas mixture or see the Installation Instructions.

Oven temperature too high or too low

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

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

Are the racks positioned properly?

See the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

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

Is the batter evenly distributed in the pan? Make sure batter is level in the pan.

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.

Display shows messages

Is the display showing a flashing time?

There has been a power failure. Press OFF/CANCEL or CANCEL/OFF to clear the display. Reset the clock, if needed. See the “Clock” section.

Is the display showing “F” followed by a number?

Press OFF/CANCEL or CANCEL/OFF to clear the display. If an “F” code appears again, contact a trained repair specialist.

Cooktop cooking results not what expected

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

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

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 the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

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

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

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

Has the oven door been opened while cooking?

Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer cooking times.

Baking results not what expected

Is the range level?

Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.

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

Was the oven preheated?

Wait for oven to preheat before placing food in oven.

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

Broiler burner fails to light

Is the ignition system broken?

Contact a designated service technician to replace it.

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

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

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Amana standard cleaning gas range Oven burner flames are uneven, yellow and/or noisy, Oven temperature too high or too low