Troubleshooting Tips
Before you call for service…
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Oven—All Models
Oven light does not work Light bulb is loose or defective. • Tighten or replace the bulb
Switch operating light is broken. • Call for service
Oven will not work Plug on range is not completely • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly
inserted in the electrical outlet. grounded outlet
A fuse in your home may • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker
be blown or the circuit
breaker tripped.
Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the oven section
On self-cleaning models, door • If necessary, allow the oven to cool then unlock the door
left in the locked position.
Food does not bake Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the oven section
or roast properly
Rack position is incorrect or the • See the Using the oven section
rack is not level.
Incorrect cookware or cookware • See the Using the oven section
of improper size being used.
Oven thermostat needs • See the Adjust the oven thermostat–Easy to do yourself!
adjustment. section
Food does not Oven is not set to BROIL. • On models with a temperature knob, make sure you turn
broil properly it all the way to the BROIL position On models with a
BROIL HI/LO pad, make sure it is turned on
Improper rack position being used. • See the Broiling guide
Food being cooked in a hot pan. • For best results, use a pan designed for broiling
Make sure it is cool
Cookware not suited for broiling. • For best results, use a pan designed for broiling
In some areas the power • Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes
(voltage) may be low.
• Broil for the longest period of time recommended in
the Broiling guide.
Control signals after You forgot to enter a bake • Press the BAKE pad and desired temperature or the
entering cooking time temperature or cleaning time. SELF CLEAN pad and desired clean time
or delay start
Display flashes “bAd” The installed connection • Contact installer or electrician to correct miswire
then “linE” with a from the house to the unit
loud tone is miswired.
Warming drawer will A fuse in your home may be • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker
not work blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
The oven is self-cleaning. • Wait for the self-clean cycle to finish and the oven to cool
Controls improperly set. • See the Using the warming drawer section
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