Avoid Service Checklist

Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.

OCCURRENCE

POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION

Surface burners do not light.

Surface Control knob has not been completely turned to LITE. Push in and turn the Surface Control knob to LITE until burner ignites and then turn control knob to desired flame size.

Be sure gas supply valve is open.

Burner ports are clogged. Clean burners. See "To Clean the Burner Grates, Contoured Burner Pans, Burner Cap, and Burner Base" section under General Cleaning. With the burner off, clean ports with a small-gauge wire or needle.

Power cord is disconnected from outlet (Electric Ignition Models only). Be sure cord is securely plugged into the outlet.

Electrical power outage (electric ignition models only). Burners can be lit manually. See Setting Surface Controls in this Owner's Guide.

Surface burner flame burns half way around.

Burner ports are clogged. With the burner off, clean ports by using a small-gauge wire or needle.

Moisture is present after cleaning. Lightly fan the flame and allow burner to operate until flame is full. Dry the burners thoroughly following instructions in the General Cleaning section.

Surface burner flame is orange.

Dust particles in main line. Allow the burner to operate a few minutes until flame turns blue.

In coastal areas, a slightly orange flame is unavoidable due to salt air.

Scratches or abrasions on ceramic glass cooktop surface.

Coarse particles (such as salt or sand) are between cooktop and utensil. Be sure cooktop surface and bottom of utensils are clean before use. Small scratches do not affect cooking and will become less visible with use.

Cleaning materials not recommended for glass ceramic cooktop have been used. See “To Clean the Cooktop Glass” section under General Cleaning.

Cookware with rough bottom has been used. Use flat-bottomed, smooth utensils.

Metalmarks on ceramic glass cooktop surface.

Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface. Do not slide metal utensils on cooktop surface. Use mildly abrasive cleanser to remove marks.

Brown streaks and specks on ceramic glass cooktop surface.

Boilovers have cooked onto surface. Use razor blade scraper to remove soil. See “To Clean the Cooktop Glass” section under General Cleaning.

Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic-glass cooktop have been used. Use recommended cleaners and cleaning method. See “To Clean the Cooktop Glass” section under General Cleaning.

Areas of discoloration on ceramic glass cooktop surface.

Mineral deposits from water and food. Wet surface with water and sprinkle on a cooktop cleaning cream. Scrub with a clean damp paper towel until the stain disappears. Wipe remaining paste away, then apply a small amount of cooktop cleaning cream and polish with a clean paper towel. Use cookware with clean, dry bottom. See “To Clean the Cooktop Glass” section under General Cleaning.

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Frigidaire 318200563 important safety instructions Avoid Service Checklist, Occurrence Possible CAUSE/SOLUTION

318200563 specifications

The Frigidaire 318200563 is a highly regarded range oven part designed to enhance cooking performance and reliability. This component, specifically a surface burner, is an essential piece in many Frigidaire gas ranges, facilitating efficient heat distribution and temperature control for various cooking needs.

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