GE JKP3527 - Manual (Page 26)

Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Control signals after You forgot to enter a • Press the Bake pad and desired temperature or the
entering cooking time bake temperature or Self Clean pad and desired clean time.
or delay start cleaning time.
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.
Oven thermostat • See the Adjust the oven thermostat—Do it yourself!
needs adjustment. section.
Food does not Oven door is open. • Close the door. This model is designed for closed door
broil properly broiling only. Always broil with the door closed.
Oven controls improperly set. • Make sure you press the Broil Hi/Lo pad.
Improper rack • See the Broiling Guide.
position being used.
Food being cooked • For best results, use a pan designed for broiling.
in a hot pan. Make sure it is cool.
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.
Clock and timer A fuse in your home • Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
do not work may be blown or the
circuit breaker tripped.
Oven controls improperly set. • See the Using the clock and timer section.
Oven light does Light bulb is loose or defective. • Tighten or replace the bulb.
not work
Pad operating light is broken. • Call for service.
Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
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oubleshooting T
ips
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