GE JKS1027 Before You Call For Service…, Troubleshooting Tips, Problem, Possible Causes

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Troubleshooting Tips

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Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do
Control signals after	You forgot to enter a bake	• Press the Bake pad and desired temperature.
entering cooking time	temperature.
or delay start
Food does not bake	Oven controls improperly set.	• See the Using the oven section.
or roast properly
	Rack position is incorrect	• See the Using the oven section.
	or the rack is not level.
	Oven thermostat needs	• See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!
	adjustment.	section.
Food does not	Oven door is open.	• Close the door. This model is designed for closed door
broil properly		broiling only. Always broil with the door closed.
	Oven controls improperly set.	• Make sure you press the Broil Hi/Lo pad.
	Improper rack position	• See the Broiling Guide.
	being used.
	Food being cooked	• For best results, use a pan designed for broiling.
	in a hot pan.	Make sure it is cool.
	Cookware not suited	• For best results, use a pan designed for broiling.
	for broiling.
	In some areas the power	• Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes.
	(voltage) may be low.	• Broil for the longest period of time recommended in
		the Broiling Guide.
Clock and timer	A fuse in your home may be	• Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
do not work	blown or the circuit breaker
	tripped.
	Oven controls improperly set.	• See the Using the clock, timer and control lockout
		section.
Oven light does	Light bulb is loose or defective.	• Tighten or replace the bulb.
not work
	Pad operating light is broken.	• Call for service.

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