Whirlpool W10086240 manual Troubleshooting, Nothing will operate, Surface burners will not operate

Models: W10086240

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TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

Nothing will operate

 

Cooktop cooking results not what expected

Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a properly grounded 3 prong 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.

Surface burners will not operate

Is this the first time the surface burners have been used? Turn on any one of the surface burner knobs to release air from the gas lines.

Is the control knob set correctly? Push in knob before turning to a setting.

Are the burner ports clogged?

On sealed burner models, see “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

Surface burner flames are uneven, yellow and/or noisy

Are the burner ports clogged?

On sealed burner models, see “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

On models with caps, are the burner caps positioned properly?

See “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

Is propane gas being used?

The appliance may have been converted improperly. Contact a trained repair specialist.

Surface burner makes popping noises

Is the burner wet? Let it dry.

Burner sparks but does not light

Is there continuous sparking, but the burner does not light?

Discontinue use of the surface burner and contact a service technician.

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 ½" (1.3 cm) outside the cooking area.

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 trained repair specialist.

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.

Oven temperature too high or too low

Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment? See “Oven Temperature Control” section.

Display shows messages

Is the display showing “PF,” “PF id=27” or “PF id=30”? There has been a power failure. Clear the display. See “Display” section. On some models, reset the clock if needed. See “Clock” section.

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

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Whirlpool W10086240 manual Troubleshooting, Nothing will operate, Cooktop cooking results not what expected