Sears KENMORE 45520 - Manual (Page 19)

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Save time and money — Check this list before you call for service.
To eliminate unnecessary service calls, first, read all the Instructions In this manual carefully. Then, If you have a
problem, always check this list of common problems and possible solutions before you call for service.
If you do have a problem you cannot fix yourself, call your nearest Sears Store or Service Center for help. When
calling, have this manual, the Repair Parts List, Model Number, Serial Number and purchase date handy.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
DONT CALL FOR SERVICE
UNTIL YOU CHECK
• Rangedl^lay Is flash­
ing “F” and a number;
oven stops working-
surface works
• Range dl^lay Is flashing “F”
and a number; oven stops
working-surface works
• Press CLEAR/OFF. Let the range cool
down for one hour. Place range back Into
cooking or cleaning cycle. If problem re­
peats, call for service.
• Range does not work;
totally inoperative
• No power to range
• Check appliance’s 1 ndividual circuit break­
ers located behind storage drawer.
• Check household circuit breaker or fuse.
• Check cord (If equipped) to be sure it Is
plugged In.
• Oven does not heat;
cooktop elements
• Clock set Incorrectly (if
equipped)
• Check clock Instructions.
OK
• Oven controls set IncorretMly • Check oven control.
• Cooktop does not
work; oven OK
• Element(s) unplugged • Check element connections by removing
and re-plugging element(s) firmly.
• 1 mproper operation of control • Be sure knob Is pushed in while turning.
• Foods do not bake
properly
• Oven not preheated long
enough
• Be sure to pre-heat:
until notification tone sounds.
• Improper rack or pan place­
ment
• Maintain uniform air space around pans
and utensils; see cooking hints section.
• Oven vent blocked or covered • Reflector bowl must have hole in center
over oven vent.
• Improper use of foil • Foil use not recommended.
• Improper temperature setting
for utensil used
• Reduce temperature 25° for glass or dull/
darkened pans.
• Recipe not followed • Is recipe tested and reliable?
• Using Improper cookware • See cooking hints.
• Oven temperature
seems Inaccurate
• Thermostat calibration
• See adjustments described following this
section.
• Surface works; oven
stops working and
range display is flash­
ing
• Possible range malfunction • Let range cool down for one hour. Place
range back Into cooking or cleaning cycle.
If problem repeats, call for service.
• Fan comes on during
bake, broil, or clean (if
so equipped)
• This is normal operation of a
fan designed to cool the
range’s Internal components
• Fan should turn OFF after the internal
components have cooled.
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