KitchenAid KDRS505XSS manual Display shows messages, Oven cooking results not what expected

Display shows messages Oven cooking results not what expected

■Is the display showing “12:00”? There has been a power failure. Clear the display. See “Display” in the “Glass Touch- Activated Oven Control” section. On some models, reset the clock, if needed. See “Clock” in the “Glass Touch-Activated Oven Control” section.

■Is the display showing a letter followed by a number? Press OFF to clear the display. See “Display” in the “Glass Touch-Activated Oven Control” section. If a letter followed by a number reappears, call for service. See “Assistance or Service” section.

On some models, convection fan does not operate

■Does display show the fan turning, but the fan does not operate?

There will be a brief delay of the fan operation after the start of a convection function.

■Is the convection broil function being used?

The fan will cycle on and off throughout convection broil operation.

■Is the oven door open?

Opening the oven door during a convection function will stop the fan.

Self-Cleaning Cycle will not operate

■Is the oven door open?

Close the oven door all the way.

■Has the function been entered? See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section.

■On some models, has a delay start Self-Clean cycle been set?

See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section.

■Has a delay start been set? See “Timed Cooking” section.

■Is the range level?

Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.

■Is the proper temperature set?

Double-check the recipe in a reliable cookbook.

■Is the proper oven temperature calibration set? See “Oven Temperature Calibration” section.

■Was the oven preheated?

See “Bake,” “Broil,” “EasyConvect Conversion,” “Convection Bake,” or “Convection Roast” section.

■Is the proper bakeware being used? See “Bakeware” section.

■Are the racks positioned properly?

See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

■Is there proper air circulation around bakeware? See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

■Is the batter evenly distributed in the pan? Check that batter is level in the pan.

■Is the proper length of time being used? Adjust cooking time.

■Has the oven door been opened while cooking?

Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer cooking times.

■Are baked items too brown on the bottom?

Decrease oven temperature 15° F to 25°F (5°C to 15°C) or move rack to higher position in the oven.

■Are pie crust edges browning early?

Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust and/or reduce baking temperature.

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