FRIGIDAIRE 318205854 - Manual (Page 37)

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OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Flames inside oven or
smoking from vent.
Excessive spillovers in oven. Set self-clean cycle for a longer cleaning time.
Excessive spillovers in oven. This is normal, especially for pie spillovers or large amounts of grease
on the oven bottom. Wipe up excessive spillovers before starting the self-clean cycle. If fl ames
or excessive smoke are present, stop the self-clean cycle and follow the steps under "Stopping or
Interrupting the Self-Cleaning Cycle" in the Electronic Oven Control Guide.
Oven smokes
excessively during
broiling.
Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructions under "Setting Oven Controls".
Make sure oven is opened to Broil Stop Position.
Meat too close to the element. Reposition the rack to provide proper clearance between the meat and
the element. Preheat broil element. Preheat broil element for searing.
Grid on broiler pan wrong side up 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.
Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructions under "Oven Cleaning" in the Electronic Oven Control
Guide.
Self-cleaning cycle
does not work.
Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructions under "Oven Cleaning" in the Electronic Oven Control
Guide.
Self-cleaning cycle was interrupted. Stop time must be 2 to 4 hours past the start time. Follow steps
under "Stopping or Interrupting the Self-Cleaning Cycle" in the Electronic Oven Control Guide.
Soil not completely
removed after self-
cleaning cycle.
Set Self-Clean cycle for a longer cleaning time.
Failure to clean bottom front, top of oven or door areas outside oven seal. These areas are not in the
Self-Cleaning area, but get hot enough to burn on food residue. Clean these areas before starting
the Self-Clean cycle. Burned-on residue may be cleaned with a stiff nylon brush and water or nylon
scrubber. Be careful not to damage the oven gasket.
BEFORE YOU CALL (Solutions to Common Problems)
AVOID TRANSPORTATION DAMAGE TO YOUR RANGE
If you have to move your range into/out or your residence or when moving to a new home, it is suggested that you take the
following precautions:
1. Screw in the levelling legs under the range.
2. Remove the racks and other utensils from the oven, and from the lower drawer.
3. Use adhesive tape to fi rmly secure the door and the drawer to the side panels. Also attach the electric power cord in the same manner.
4. Use a two-wheeled trolley with strap and fasten the range to it. Cover the appliance with a heavy blanket to prevent scratches
and dents.
5. Avoid pulling or pushing on the control panel when moving the appliance.