Before You Call • Solutions to common problems

Problem

Solution

 

 

Oven smokes excessively when

• Incorrect setting. Follow broiling instructions in Setting Oven Controls

broiling.

section.

 

• Be sure oven door is opened to broil stop position when broiling.

 

• Meat too close to the broil element. Reposition the broil rack to provide

 

proper clearance between the meat & the element. Preheat the broil

 

element for searing.

 

• Meat not properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining

 

fatty edges to prevent curling, but do not cut into lean.

 

• Grease has built up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when

 

broiling frequently. Old grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking.

Flames inside oven or smoking from oven vent.

Excessive spillovers in oven. For example this will happen for pie spillovers or large amounts of grease left on the oven bottom. Wipe up excessive spillovers before starting oven. If flames or excessive smoke are present see Broil in Setting Oven Controls section.

Oven control panel beeps & displays any F code error.

Oven control has detected a fault or error condition. Press OFF key pad to clear the error code. Try Bake or Broil function. If the F code error repeats, remove power from appliance, wait 5 minutes and then repower appliance and set clock with the correct time of day. Try Bake or Broil function again. If the fault recurs, press OFF to clear and see Assistance or Service section of manual for assistance contact information.

Self Clean does not work.

Oven control not set properly. Review instructions in Self Clean section.

Soil not completely removed after Self Clean.

Self Clean was interrupted. Review instructions in Self Clean section.

Excessive spillovers on oven bottom. Remove before starting Self Clean.

Failure to clean soil from the oven frame, the door liner outside the oven door gasket and the small area at the front center of the oven bottom. These areas are not in the self-cleaning area, but get hot enough to burn on residue. Clean these areas before the self-cleaning cycle is started. Burned-on residue can be cleaned with a stiff nylon brush and water or a nylon scrubber. Be careful not to damage the oven gasket.

Oven racks discolored.

Oven racks left in oven cavity during Self Clean. Always remove oven racks from oven cavity before starting a self-clean cycle. Clean by using a mild, abrasive cleaner following manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with clean water, dry and replace in oven.

Convection fan does not rotate.

Oven door is open. Convection fan will turn off if oven door is opened when Convection is active. Close oven door.

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KitchenAid KERS308X manual Before You Call Solutions to common problems

KERS308X specifications

The KitchenAid KERS308X is a high-performance electric range designed for home cooks who seek precision and versatility in their culinary adventures. This model exemplifies KitchenAid's commitment to quality, offering a blend of cutting-edge technology and user-friendly features that cater to various cooking styles.

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