TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
Nothing will operate
■Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded outlet.
■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.
Oven will not operate
■On some models, is the electronic clock/timer set correctly?
See “Electronic Clock/Timer” section.
■On some models, has the oven selector been set to a BAKE or BROIL function?
See “Baking and Roasting” or “Broiling” sections.
Cooktop will not operate
■Is the control knob set correctly? Push in knob before turning to a setting.
■On ceramic glass models, is the “Cooktop Lockout” set? See “Cooktop Lockout” section.
■On coil element models, is the element inserted properly? See “Coil Elements and Burner Bowls” section.
Oven temperature too high or too low
■Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment? See “Oven Temperature Control” section.
Oven indicator lights flash
■Do the OVEN HEATING indicator lights flash? See “Assistance or Service” section.
Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop
■Is the cookware the proper size?
Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area, element or surface burner. Cookware should not extend more than 1" (2.5 cm) outside the cooking area.
Hot Surface indicator light stays on
■Does the Hot Surface indicator light stay on after control knob(s) have been turned off?
See “Cooktop Controls” section.
Cooktop cooking results not what expected
■Is the proper cookware being used? See “Cookware” section.
■Is the control knob set to the proper heat level? See “Cooktop Controls” section.
■Is the appliance level?
Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.
■On coil element models, is the element inserted properly? See “Coil Elements and Burner Bowls” section.
Oven cooking results not what expected
■Is the appliance level?
Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.
■Is the proper temperature set?
■Is the proper oven temperature calibration set? See “Oven Temperature Control” section.
■Was the oven preheated?
See “Baking and Roasting” 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 to make sure 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? 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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