GE 49-8726 - Manual (Page 41)

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The Pr
oblem Solver
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
OVEN WILL NOT WORK • Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet.
• The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped, or a fuse has been blown.
• Oven controls not properly set.
• Door left in locked position after cleaning.
OVEN LIGHT DOES • Light bulb is loose or defective. Tighten or replace.
NOT WORK
FOOD DOES NOT • The OVEN SET knob not set at BROIL. Make sure you turn the knob all the
BROIL PROPERLY way to the BROIL position.
• The OVEN TEMP knob not set at BROIL. Make sure you turn the knob all
the way to the BROIL position.
• Door not left open to the broil stop position as recommended.
• Improper shelf position being used. See the Broiling Guide.
• Food is being cooked on hot pan.
• Cookware is not suited for broiling.
• Aluminum foil used on the broil pan grid has not been fitted properly and
slit as recommended.
FOOD DOES NOT ROAST • The OVEN SET knob not set at BAKE.
OR BAKE PROPERLY
• The OVEN TEMP knob not set at proper temperature.
• Oven shelf is not level.
• Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used.
• Oven thermostat needs adjustment. See the Adjust the Oven Thermostat—
Do It Yourself section.
OVEN DOOR • Because the oven door is removable, it sometimes gets out of position
IS CROOKED during installation. To straighten the door, push down on the high corner.
OVEN DOOR • Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF. Allow oven to cool.
ACCIDENTALLY LOCKED Never force the door latch handle.
DURING COOKING
OVEN DOOR WILL • Oven must cool below locking temperature.
NOT UNLOCK
OVEN NOT CLEAN • Oven controls not set properly.
AFTER CLEAN CYCLE
• Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean again or for a longer period.
• Heavy spillovers should be cleaned before starting clean cycle.
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