Whirlpool IBS550P manual Troubleshooting, Nothing will operate, Oven will not operate

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Nothing will operate

■Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.

■Is the appliance wired properly? See Installation Instructions.

Oven will not operate

■Is the electronic oven control set correctly? See “Electronic Oven Control” section.

■On double oven models, has the correct oven been selected?

Make sure to set the correct controls for the oven (upper or lower) you want to use.

■On double oven models, is one oven self-cleaning? When one oven is self-cleaning the other oven cannot be set or turned on.

Cooling fan runs during baking, broiling or cleaning

■It is normal for the fan to automatically run while the oven is in use to cool the electronic control, and may run for up to

45 minutes after oven has been turned off.

Display shows messages

■Is the display showing “PF”

There has been a power failure. Clear the display. See “Display(s)” section. Set the clock, if needed. See “Clock” section.

■Is the display showing a letter followed by a number? Clear the display. See “Display(s)” section. If it reappears, call for service. See “Assistance or Service” section.

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.

■Has a delay start Self-Clean cycle been set? See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section.

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

■On double oven models, is one oven self-cleaning? When one oven is self-cleaning, the other oven cannot be set to self-clean.

Oven cooking results not what expected

■Is the appliance level?

Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.

■Is the proper temperature set?

Increase or decrease temperature 25°F (14°C).

■Was the oven preheated?

Wait for oven to preheat before placing food in oven.

■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 to make sure batter is level in the pan.

■Is the proper length of time being used? Increase or decrease baking or broiling 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? Move rack to higher position in the oven.

or

Decrease the oven temperature.

■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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