Whirlpool SF367LEK, SF369LEK, SF356BEK Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate Is the oven door open?

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 in. (2.5 cm) outside the cooking area.

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.

Oven will not operate

■Is this the first time the oven has been used?

Turn any one of the surface burner knobs on to release air from the gas lines.

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

■On some models, is the Control Lock set? See “Control Lock” section.

Oven burner flames are yellow or noisy

■Is propane gas being used?

The appliance may have been converted improperly. Contact a service technician or see “Assistance or Service” 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 ON and OVEN HEATING indicator lights flash?

See “Assistance or Service” section.

■Do the OVEN HEATING and DOOR LOCKED/CLEANING indicator lights flash?

The door lock has failed. See “Assistance or Service” sections.

Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate

■Is the oven door open?

Close the oven door all the way.

■Has the function been entered or have the controls been properly set?

See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section.

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.

Oven cooking results not what expected

■Is the appliance level?

Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.

■Is the proper temperature set? Double-check the recipe in a reliable cookbook.

■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.

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