Before You Call

Solutions to Common Problems

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

Oven Control Beeps and Displays any F code error (example Fll).

Electronic control has detected a fault condition. Press STOP/CLEAR to clear the display and stop the beeping. Reprogram the oven. if a fault reoccurs, record the fault number. Press STOP/CLEAR and call Sears or another qualified servicer.

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The door was left open and controls set for self-cleaning

cycle. Close the door

 

and push CANCEL pad.

 

 

 

Installation.

Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the oven rack. Contact

 

installing agent if rack and cabinet cutout flooring are not level.

 

 

Kitchen cabinet misalignment may make oven appear to be not level. Be sure

 

cabinets are square and level. Contact cabinet maker to correct problem.

Entire oven does not operate.

When the oven is first plugged in, or when the power supply to the oven has

 

been interrupted, the display will flash. The oven cannot be programmed until

 

the clock is set.

 

 

 

 

Be sure electrical cord is securely connected into the electrical junction box.

 

Cord/plug is not installed and/or connected. Cord is not supplied with oven.

 

Contact Sears or another qualified servicer.

 

 

 

Service wiring not complete. Contact Sears or another qualified servicer.

 

Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company.

 

Short in cord/plug. Replace cord/plug.

 

 

 

Controls are not set properly. See instructions under Setting Oven Controls

 

to set the controls.

 

 

 

 

House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped immediately following

 

installation. House fuse may not be fully engaged. Check fuse and screw or

 

engage circuit breaker securely.

 

 

 

 

House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped after the oven has been

 

installed and previously operating. Call Sears or another qualified servicer.

Oven light does not work.

Burned-out or loose bulb. Follow

the instructions under

Changing

Oven Light

 

to replace or tighten the bulb.

 

 

 

Fan noise during cooking

A cooling fan may automatically

turn on and off to cool

internal parts. This is

operation,

normal, and the fan may continue to run even after oven is turned

off.

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