Why does the door and inside of my GE oven feel hot?
- EedwardsshannonSep 17, 2025
The heat lamps produce intense heat in a small space. This is normal. Use oven mitts to remove food when ready.
Why does the door and inside of my GE oven feel hot?
The heat lamps produce intense heat in a small space. This is normal. Use oven mitts to remove food when ready.
What to do if my GE oven will not self-clean?
If your GE oven will not self-clean, the temperature may be too high. Allow the oven to cool and reset the controls.
What does it mean if “Control is LOCKED” appears on my GE oven display?
If “Control is LOCKED” appears on your GE oven display, it means the control has been locked. Press and hold the Settings pad for 3 seconds to unlock the control.
Why is there smoke coming out of my GE Cafe Advantium when I open the door?
Smoke is normal when cooking high-fat foods in your GE oven. It can also occur if aerosol spray was used on the pans.
Why is there a strong odor coming from my GE Cafe Advantium Oven?
An odor from the insulation around the inside of the GE oven is normal for the first few times the oven is used. This is temporary and will go away after several uses or a self-clean cycle.
Why is my GE Cafe Advantium Oven not clean after a clean cycle?
If your GE oven is not clean after a clean cycle, the oven controls may be improperly set, or the oven was heavily soiled. Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean cycle. Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean again or for a longer period of time.
What to do if the pads on one side of the GE Cafe Advantium control do not function?
If the pads on one side of your GE oven control do not function, the control has likely locked out the use of these pads and needs to be reset. Press and hold the Clear/Off pad on the other side of the display for 30 seconds. If this does not reset the control, it may be necessary to cycle the circuit breaker.
Why does my GE oven door glass appear to be "tinted"?
The inner oven glass is coated with a heat barrier to reflect the heat back into the oven to prevent heat loss and keep the outer door cool while baking. This is normal. Under certain light or angles, you may see this tint or rainbow color.
Why does my GE Cafe Advantium Oven fan continue to run after cooking stops?
The fan in your GE oven continues to run after cooking because the oven is cooling. The fan will automatically shut off when the internal parts of the oven have cooled.
What to do if "SENSOR ERROR" is displayed on my GE Oven?
If you see "SENSOR ERROR" on your GE Oven display, it could be due to: * Mismatch between food and program: Press the Clear/Off pad and set the oven program to match the food being cooked. * Improper venting: Vent plastic wrap, use a looser lid, or uncover liquids during cooking.
Essential safety guidelines for using electrical appliances and this oven.
Precautions regarding microwave energy, pacemakers, and arcing during cooking.
Guidelines for safe cookware, fire prevention, and flammable materials.
Safety instructions for oven use, self-cleaning, and preventing damage.
Description of control buttons and features used by both ovens.
Specific controls for operating the upper and lower ovens.
Instructions for Sabbath, Self Clean, and Steam Clean modes.
Overview of speedcooking, preset food selections, and operation.
Guidance on achieving great results with speedcooking and using appropriate cookware.
Understanding and adjusting power levels for speedcooking.
Overview of microwave use, presets, and basic operation.
Understanding and adjusting microwave power levels.
Using Defrost by Food Type and Defrost by Time for thawing food.
Utilizing sensor programs for automatic cooking adjustments.
Troubleshooting cooking performance and sensor error messages.
Addressing cooking differences, food issues, and temperature inaccuracies.
Resolving problems with self-cleaning cycles, smoking, and door malfunctions.
Details on what the limited warranty covers and does not cover.
Essential safety guidelines for using electrical appliances and this oven.
Precautions regarding microwave energy, pacemakers, and arcing during cooking.
Guidelines for safe cookware, fire prevention, and flammable materials.
Safety instructions for oven use, self-cleaning, and preventing damage.
Description of control buttons and features used by both ovens.
Specific controls for operating the upper and lower ovens.
Instructions for Sabbath, Self Clean, and Steam Clean modes.
Overview of speedcooking, preset food selections, and operation.
Guidance on achieving great results with speedcooking and using appropriate cookware.
Understanding and adjusting power levels for speedcooking.
Overview of microwave use, presets, and basic operation.
Understanding and adjusting microwave power levels.
Using Defrost by Food Type and Defrost by Time for thawing food.
Utilizing sensor programs for automatic cooking adjustments.
Troubleshooting cooking performance and sensor error messages.
Addressing cooking differences, food issues, and temperature inaccuracies.
Resolving problems with self-cleaning cycles, smoking, and door malfunctions.
Details on what the limited warranty covers and does not cover.











