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Cookware not level on cooktop
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Is the range level?
Level the range. (See the Installation Instructions.)
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Is the proper cookware being used?
Use cookware with a flat bottom. (See “Cookware” section.)
Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop
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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 1 in. (2.5 cm) outside the cooking area.
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Are the right side surface burners rotated toward each
other?
See "Burner Rotation" section.
Oven will not operate
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Is the power outlet properly wired and polarized?
Try another outlet to check for proper wiring and polarity.
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Is this the first time the oven has been used?
Turn any one of the surface burner knobs on to release air
from the gas lines.
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Is the electronic oven control set correctly?
See “Electronic Oven Control” section.
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On some models, is the Oven Lockout set?
See “Oven Lockout” section.
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Is the main or regulator gas shutoff in the off position?
Contact a designated service technician or see the
Installation Instructions.
Oven makes muffled ticking noise when in use
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This is normal and occurs when the oven burner cycles on
and off to hold the set oven temperature.
Oven burner flames are uneven, yellow, or noisy
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Is propane gas being used?
The appliance may have been converted improperly. Contact
a trained repair specialist.
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Is the air/gas mixture correct?
Contact a designated service technician to check the air/gas
mixture or see the Installation Instructions.
Oven temperature too high or too low
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Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment?
See “Oven Temperature Control” section.
Display shows messages
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Is the display showing “PF”?
There has been a power failure. Press OFF/CANCEL to clear
the display. Reset the clock, if needed. See “Clock” section.
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Is the display showing “F” followed by a number?
Press OFF/CANCEL to clear the display. If an "F" code
appears again, contact a trained repair specialist.
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Has a delay start been set?
See “Timed Cooking” section.
Cooktop cooking results not what expected
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Is the proper cookware being used?
See “Cookware” section.
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Is the control knob set to the proper heat level?
See “Cooktop Controls” section.
Baking results not what expected
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Was the oven preheated?
Wait for oven to preheat before placing food in oven.
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Are the racks positioned properly?
See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.
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Is there proper air circulation around bakeware?
See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.
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Is the batter evenly distributed in the pan?
Check to make sure batter is level in the pan.
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Is the appliance level?
Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.
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Are baked items too brown on the bottom?
Decrease oven temperature 15
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F to 25°F (5°C to 15°C).
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Are crust edges browning early?
Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust.
Slow baking or roasting
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Was the oven preheated?
Wait for oven to preheat before placing food in oven.
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Is there proper air circulation around bakeware?
See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.
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Is the proper length of time being used?
Increase baking or roasting time.
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Is the proper temperature set?
Increase temperature 25°F (15°C).
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Has the oven door been opened while cooking?
Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer
cooking times.
Broiler burner fails to light
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Is the ignition system broken?
Contact a designated service technician to replace it.
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Has a household fuse been blown or has the circuit
breaker been tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
