Before Calling for Service
Save time and money - Check this list before you call for service.
To eliminate unnecessary service calls, first, read all the instructions in this manual carefully. Then, if you have a problem, always check this list of common problems and possible solutions before you call for service.
If you do have a problem you cannot fix yourself, call your nearest Store or Service Center for help. When calling. have this manual handy with the model number, serial number and purchase date filled in on the space on the front cover.
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PROBLEM
Range does not work; totally inoperative
Oven does not heat; cooktop elements
OK
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
No power to range
Clock set incorrectly (if equipped)
Oven controls set incorrectly
Door latch in incorrect position
DON’T CALL FOR SERVICE
UNTIL YOU CHECK
lCheck household circuit breaker or fuse.
. Check cord (if equipped) to be sure it is plugged in.
lCheck clock instructions.
lCheck oven control.
lCheck
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Cooktop does not work; | l | Element | (s) unplugged |
oven OK |
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| l | Improper | operation of control |
Foods do not bake | l Oven not preheated. long | ||
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| l | Improper | rack or pan place- |
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. Oven vent blocked or covered
lCheck element connections by removing and
lBe sure knob is pushed in while turning.
lBe sure to
10 minutes below 350”
15 minutes above 350”
. Maintain uniform air space around pans and utensils; see cooking hints section.
9Reflector bowl must have hole in center over oven vent.
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| l | Improper | use of foil | ||
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| l | Improper | temperature setting | ||
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| for utensil | used |
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| l | Recipe | not followed | ||
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| l | Range | and oven | rack not level | |
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| 9 | Using | improper | cookware | |
. Oven | temperature | * | Thermostat calibration | |||
seems | inaccurate |
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lFoil use not recommended.
lReduce temperature 25” for glass or dull/ darkened pans.
lIs recipe tested and reliable?
. Check the installation section for leveling instructions.
lSee cooking hints.
lSee adjustments described following this sec- tion.
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