15
Problem
Possible Causes
Solutions
Oven cooking results not
what expected
Range is not level.
Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.
The temperature set was incorrect. Double-check the recipe in a reliable cookbook.
Oven temperature is calibrated
incorrectly.
See “Oven Temperature Control” in the “Electronic Oven
Controls” section.
Oven was not preheated.
See the “Baking and Roasting” section.
Racks were positioned improperly. See the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.
Not enough air circulation around
bakeware.
See the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.
Batter distributed unevenly in pan. Check that batter is level in the pan.
Darker browning of food caused
by dull or dark bakeware.
Lower oven temperature 25°F (15°C) or move rack to a higher
position in the oven.
Lighter browning of food
caused by shiny or light-colored
bakeware.
Move rack to a lower position in the oven.
Incorrect length of cooking time
was used.
Adjust cooking time.
Oven door was not closed.
Be sure that the bakeware does not keep the door from closing.
Oven door was opened during
cooking.
Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer
cooking times.
Rack is too close to bake burner,
making baked items too brown on
bottom.
Move rack to higher position in the oven.
Pie crusts browning too quickly.
Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust and/or reduce
baking temperature.
Temperature scale was changed
from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
Foods are overdone or burnt, even at low temperatures. See
“Fahrenheit and Celsius” in the “Electronic Oven Controls”
section.
ACCESSORIES
For accessories, you can visit our website at
www.amana.com
or call us at
1-800-843-0304.
Canning Element Kit
(coil element models)
Order Part Number 242905
Cooktop Care Kit
(ceramic glass models)
(includes cleaner, protectant, scraper, and
applicator pads)
Order Part Number 31605
Cooktop Protectant
(ceramic glass models)
Order Part Number 31463A
Affresh
®
Stainless Steel Cleaning
Wipes
(stainless steel models)
Order Part Number W10355049
Affresh
®
Cooktop Cleaner
(ceramic glass models)
Order Part Number W10355051
Affresh
®
Stainless Steel Cleaner
(stainless steel models)
Order Part Number W10355016
Affresh
®
Kitchen and Appliance
Cleaner
Order Part Number W10355010
Cooktop Scraper
(ceramic glass models)
Order Part Number WA906B
Granite Cleaner and Polish
Order Part Number W10275756
Split Oven Rack
Order Part Number 4396927
Porcelain Broiler Pan and Grid
Order Part Number 4396923
Premium Broil Pan and Roasting
Rack
Order Part Number W10123240
Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner
Order Part Number 31617A