KitchenAid KESC300H, KESH307H, KESC307H manual Problem Possible Cause Solution

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
Oven does not broil.	If indicator light lights up broil	Check and/or replace broil ele-
	element is defective.	ment.
	Defective latch safety switch.	Check continuity and/or replace
	Loose or bad wiring.	switch.
		Repair or replace wiring (see
		wiring diagrams).
Oven door will not open or latch.	Defective latch mechanism.	Replace mechanism.
	Defective (bent) door latch lever.	Replace lever.
	Cool-down period after self-clean	Wait until LOCK light goes out.
	cycle not complete.
Overheating or “runaway” oven.	Loose or bad wiring to latch	Repair or replace wiring (see
	safety switch.	wiring diagrams).
	Thermostat sensor bulb missing.	Replace bulb.
Premature burnout of bake ele-	Improper use of oven (e.g. being	Use oven for baking only.
ment.	used to heat the home).
Oven door difficult to open.	Worn or broken broil stop rollers.	Replace rollers.
Door sagging on one side.	Hinge loose or out of position to	Adjust hinges.
	oven liner.
Door does not close completely	Broken or misadjusted door	Adjust or replace spring.
at top.	spring.
	Door fits too tight at bottom.	Adjust hinges outward.
Door glass breaks.	Broiling with door closed.	Open door to broil stop position.
	Oven racks covered with foil.	Do not cover racks with foil.
	Glass installed backward.	Install tempered glass toward the
		heat.
Damaged oven door gasket.	Improper cleaning.	Do not use harsh abrasives or
		scouring pads. See Use & Care
		instructions.
Chipped oven liner.	Damaged in shipping.	Repair or replace liner. To repair
		smooth porcelain bronzetone,
		order P/N 242756.
Oven racks fit too tight.	Tolerance buildup in oven liner.	Notify Customer Assurance De-
		partment.

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