BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Save time and money m Check this list before you call for service.
To eliminate unnecessary service calls, first, read all the Instructions In this manual carefully. Then, If you have a
problem, always check this list of common problems and possible solutions before you call for service.
If you do have a problem you cannot fix yourself, call your nearest Sears Store or Service Center for help. When
calling, have this manual and your Repair Parts List handy with the model, serial number and purchase date.
• DON'T CALL FOR SERVICE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE UNTIL YOU CHECK
Range does not work; • No power to range • Check household circuit breaker or fuse.
totally Inoperative • Check cord (if equipped) to be sure it Is
plugged In.
• Oven does not heat; Check oven control.
cooktop elements OK
• Cooktop does not Check element connections by removing
work; oven OK and re-plugging element(s) firmly.
Be sure knob Is pushed In while turning.
• Foods do not bake Be sure to preheat for 10 minutes.
properly
• Oven temperature
seems inaccurate
• Foods do not broil
properly
Oven controls set incor-
rectly
Element(s) unplugged
Improper operation of con-
trol
Oven not preheated long
enough
Improper rack or pan place-
ment
Oven vent blocked or cov-
ered
Improper use of foll
Improper temperature set-
ting for utensil used
Recipe not followed
Range and oven rack not
level
Using Improper cookware
• Thermostat calibration
Oven door closed
Improper rack position
Oven preheated
Improper utensil used
Improper broiling time
Dirty oven
• Broiler pan full of
grease left In oven
Maintain uniform air space around pans
and utensils; see cooking hints section.
Reflector bowl must have hole in center
over oven vent.
See pages 6, 8, and 9.
Reduce temperature 25° for glass or dull/
darkened pans.
Is recipe tested and reliable?
Check the installation section for leveling
instructions.
See cooking hints.
See adjustments described after this sec-
tion.
Open door to broil stop position.
Check broil pan placement; see Broiling
section.
DO not preheat when broiling.
Use broiler pan and grid supplied with
range.
Check broiling chart.
Oven smokes Check for heavy spIllover.
Check pan and grid after each use.
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