■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.
■Are the burner ports clogged?
See “Sealed Surface Burners” section.
Surface burner flames are uneven, yellow and/or noisy
■Are the burner ports clogged?
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 service technician or see “Assistance or Service” section.
Surface burner makes popping noises
■Is the burner wet? Let it dry.
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.
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 on any one of the surface burner knobs 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 Lockout set? See “Control Lockout” 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.
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 a flashing time?
There has been a power failure. Clear the display. See
“Display(s)” section. On some models, reset the clock, if needed. See “Clock” section.
■Is the display showing a letter followed by a number? Depending on your model, press OFF/CANCEL, OFF or CANCEL/OFF to clear the display. See “Display(s)” section. If it reappears, call for service. See “Assistance or Service” section.
■Is the display showing a flashing “PUSH?” or “START?”? See the “START” section in the “Electronic Oven Controls” 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
■On some models, has a delay start
See
■Has a delay start been set? See “Timed Cooking” section.
■Has a
If a
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 that 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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