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Troubleshooting Tips
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Surface units will not |
| Improper cookware | • Use pans which are flat and match the diameter of | |
maintain a rolling boil |
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or cooking is not |
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Surface units do |
| A fuse in your home may be | • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. | |
not work properly |
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| Cooktop controls | • Check to see the correct control is set for the surface | |
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Tiny scratches (may |
| Incorrect cleaning | • Use recommended cleaning procedures. | |
appear as cracks) |
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or abrasions on radiant |
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| Cookware with rough bottoms | • Be sure cookware bottoms and cookware are clean | ||
cooktop glass surface |
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| (salt or sand) were between | scratches are not removable but will become less | |
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| the cookware and the surface | visible in time as a result of cleaning. | |
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Areas of discoloration |
| Improper cookware | • Marks from aluminum and copper pans as well as | |
on the cooktop |
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| with the cleaning cream. |
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| Hot surface on a model | • This is normal. The surface may appear discolored | |
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| with a white glass cooktop. | when it is hot. This is temporary and will disappear | |
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Pitting of the cooktop |
| Hot sugar mixture spilled | • Call a qualified technician for replacement. | |
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Frequent cycling |
| Improper cookware | • Use only flat cookware to minimize cycling. | |
off and on of |
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surface units |
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Oven light does |
| Light bulb is loose or defective. | • Tighten or replace the bulb. | |
not work |
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| Switch operating | • Call for service. | ||
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Oven will not work |
| Plug on range is not completely | • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly | |
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| inserted in the electrical outlet. | grounded outlet. | |
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| A fuse in your home may be | • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. | |
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| breaker tripped. |
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| Oven controls improperly set. | • See the Using the oven section. | |
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