GE 49-80591-2 - Manual (Page 34)

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Troubleshooting Tips
Before you call for service…
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Food does not bake Oven controls improperly set. • See the using the oven section.
or roast properly
Rack position is incorrect, • See the using the oven section.
or the rack is not level.
Incorrect cookware or cookware • See the using the oven section.
of improper size being used.
Oven thermostat needs
• See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!
adjustment. section.
Clock and timer do Plug on range is not completely • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly
not work inserted in the electrical outlet. grounded outlet.
A fuse in your home may • Replace the fuse, or reset the circuit breaker.
be blown or the circuit
breaker tripped.
Oven controls improperly set. • See the using the clock and timer section.
Control is in Energy Saver • See the Energy Saver Mode section.
Mode.
Oven light does light bulb is loose or defective. • Tighten or replace the bulb.
not work
Switch operating light • Call for service.
is broken.
Food does not Door not open to the broil stop • See the using the oven section.
broil properly position as recommended.
Oven controls improperly set.
• Make sure you touch the Broil Hi/Lo pad.
Improper rack position • See the broiling Guide.
being used.
Cookware not suited
• For best results, use a pan designed for broiling.
for broiling.
In some areas the power
• Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes.
(voltage) may be low.
• Broil for the longest period of time recommended
in the broiling Guide.
Oven temperature too Oven thermostat • See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!
hot or too cold needs adjustment. section.
Oven will not work Plug on range is not • Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live,
completely inserted in properly grounded outlet.
the electrical outlet.
A fuse in your home may
• Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
be blown, or the circuit
breaker tripped.
Oven controls improperly set.
• See the using the oven section.
Door left in the locked • If necessary, allow the oven to cool; then unlock
position. the door.