48 TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Calling for Service
Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense.
The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this
appliance.
Symptoms
Oven control beeps
and displays any F
error code.
Oven will not work
Oven light does not
work.
Oven smokes
excessively during
broiling.
Food does not bake
or roast properly
Possible Causes / Solutions
• Electronic control has detected a fault
condition. Touch any button and turn
any knob once to clear the display
and stop the beeping. Reprogram
oven.
If fault reoccurs, record fault number.
Clear the display and stop the
beeping. Then contact a qualified
service technician.
• Plug on oven is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet.
− Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly grounded outlet.
• A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
− Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
• Oven controls improperly set.
See the Using the Oven section.
• Oven too hot.
− Allow the oven to cool to below locking temperature.
• Service wiring is not complete. Contact your appliance service person for
assistance.
• Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company
for service.
• Replace or tighten bulb. See Changing the Oven Light section in this Owner's
Manual.
• Control not set properly. Follow instructions under Setting Oven Controls.
• Meat too close to the element. Reposition the rack to provide proper clearance
between the meat and the element. Preheat broil element for searing.
• Meat not properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining fatty
edges to prevent curling, but do not cut into lean.
• Grid on broiler pan upside down and grease not draining. Always place grid on
the broiler pan with ribs up and slots down to allow grease to drip into pan.
• Grease has built up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when
broiling frequently. Old grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking.
• Oven controls improperly set.
− See the Using the Oven Section.
• Rack position is incorrect or the rack is not level.
− See the Using the Oven Section.
• Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size being used.
− See the Using the Oven Section.
• Oven sensor needs to be adjusted.
− See Temperature Adjustment in the Changing Oven Settings section.
CODE
CAUSE
F-19
No heating