Frigidaire ES40, 316257124 manual Solutions to Common Problems cont’d

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Solutions to Common Problems (cont’d)

OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION

ESEC displays “ - - “ message.

The ESEC Control will display “ - - “ in the digital display windows indicating that the ESEC has a “Lockout” condition. This condition is normal when using the oven lockout or self- clean features. Wait for the Self-Clean cycle to completely finish or if using the Oven Lockout feature, press the Lock control pad to unlock the oven door.

Oven electronic control beeps and This oven is equipped with a state of the art electronic oven controller. Among the many

displays “F1, F2, F3, or F9.” features is a full time oven circuit diagnostics system. The controller constantly monitors the internal circuitry as well as several crucial oven circuits to insure they are all operating correctly. If at any time one of these systems fails, the controller will immediately stop the current operation and beep continuously (flashing an error code of “F1, F2, F3, or F9” in the controller display window.

Electronic control has detected a fault condition. Press CLEAR/OFF to clear the display and stop the beeping. Reprogram oven. If fault remains, record fault number. Press CLEAR/OFF and contact a Servicer.

ESEC displays “Er” message. ESEC control has detected a fault condition. Turn all surface control knobs to OFF and reset the clock with the correct time of day if necessary. If the “Er” message remains, contact a

Servicer.

ESEC displays “F5, F6 or F7” message.

The ESEC control constantly monitors the internal circuitry as well as several circuits to insure they are all operating correctly. If at any time one of these systems fails, the ESEC will immediately stop the current operation and flash an error code of “F5, F6, or F7” in the digital display window. If any of these error messages remain or reappear in the display, contact a Servicer.

Oven control beeps when you try to enter times or temperatures

The oven control will only accept correct responses and/or the minimum number of allowable entries for the appropriate feature. The oven control is designed to prevent accidental entries. Review the instructions in this Use & Care Manual for the feature you are trying to use. Also review the minimum and maximum temperature entries for the feature you are trying to set on page 15 in this Use & Care Manual.

Poor baking results.	Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper rack position is being used. Center
	food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate. Allow the oven to preheat to the
	set temperature before placing food in the oven. Try adjusting the recipe's recommended
	temperature or baking time. If you feel the oven is cooking too hot or cool, see Adjusting
	the Oven Temperature in this Use & Care Manual.
Self-Cleaning cycle does not work.	Controls are not set properly. Follow instructions in the Self-Cleaningsection.
	The Self-Clean feature will not operate whenever a radiant surface element is on.
	Self-cleaning cycle was interrupted. Stop time must be set for 2, 3, or 4 hours past the start
	time. Follow steps shown in Stopping or Interrupting a Self-Clean Cycle in the Self-
	Cleaning section.
Soil is not completely removed.	Failure to clean bottom front, top of oven or door areas outside oven seal. These areas are
	not in the Self-Cleaning area, but get hot enough to burn on food residue. Clean these
	areas before starting the self-clean cycle. Burned-on residue may be cleaned with a stiff
	nylon brush and water or a nylon scrubber. Be careful not to damage the oven gasket.
	Excessive spill-overs in oven. Set Self-Clean cycle for a longer Self-Cleaning time.
Flames inside oven or smoking	Excessive spill-overs in oven. This is normal, especially for pie spill-overs or large amounts
from vent.	of grease on the oven bottom. Wipe up excessive spill-overs before starting the self-clean
	cycle. If flames or excessive smoke are present, stop the Self-Clean cycle and follow the
	steps shown in Stopping or Interrupting the Self-Clean Cycle in the Self-Cleaning section.

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