Tips and Troubleshooting

Tips

When using the black ceramic-coated baking pan, temperature should be set 25 degrees lower than recipe directions.

Never place glass baking pans or casserole dishes in a counter- top oven or toaster oven. Check pan manufacturer’s directions for oven-safe rating.

Do not cover crumb tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven. Use of metal foil to cover a casserole during cooking is acceptable.

IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA:

The Extension service will have detailed information about cooking for your area. To locate the Cooperative Extension service in your county, please visit: http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

Oven will not heat.

An odor and smoke come from oven.

Some foods burn and some are not done.

Baking pan does not fit on rack.

PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTION

Check to make sure electrical outlet is working and the oven is plugged in. Turn Temperature Dial to 350°F (180°C). Turn Function Dial to BAKE; then turn Timer to STAY ON.

Smoke and odor are normal during first use of most heating appliances. These will not be present after initial heating period.

Adjust oven rack position to center food in oven.

Adjust oven temperature or cooking time for best results with your recipes.

The large black ceramic-coated baking pan fits directly into slots. Do not use for broiling.

Use the small baking pan and broil rack for broiling.

Refer to Parts and Features for details on baking pans and rack positions.

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31103, 31104 specifications

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