Maytag CWE5800ACS - Manual (Page 7)

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OVEN CAVITY
Do not use oven cleaners.
Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high
temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching,
pitting or faint white spots can result.
Cleaning Method:
■ Self-Cleaning cycle: See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first.
OVEN RACKS
Cleaning Method:
■ Steel-wool pad
■ For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide, a light
coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help
them slide.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
www.maytag.com
Nothing will operate
■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker
tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem
continues, call an electrician.
Oven will not operate
■ Is the electronic oven control set correctly?
See “Electronic Oven Controls” section.
■ Is the control lock set?
See “Oven Control Lockout” section of the “Electronic Oven
Controls” section.
■ Has a delay start been set?
See “Timed Cooking” section.
■ On some models, does the cooling fan run during Bake,
Broil or Clean?
It is normal for the fan to automatically run when the oven is in
use. This helps cool the electronic control.
Oven temperature too high or too low
■ Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment?
See “Oven Temperature Control” section of the “Electronic
Oven Controls” section.
Oven indicator lights flash
■ Do the oven indicator lights flash?
See “Control Display” in the “Electronic Oven Controls”
section. If the indicator light(s) keeps flashing, call for service.
See cover for contact information.
Display shows messages
■ Is “BAKE” or “LOCK” flashing in the display?
There has been a power failure. Clear the display. On some
models, reset the clock, if needed. See “Clock” keypad feature
in the “Feature Guide” section.
Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate
■ Is the oven door open or unlocked?
Close the oven door all the way and lock the latch.
■ Has the function been entered?
See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section.
Oven cooking results not what expected
■ Is the proper temperature set?
Double-check the recipe in a reliable cookbook.
■ Is the proper oven temperature calibration set?
See “Oven Temperature Control” section of the “Electronic
Oven Controls” section.
■ Was the oven preheated?
See “Baking and Roasting” section.
■ Are the racks positioned properly?
See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.
■ Is there proper air circulation around bakeware?
See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.
■ Is the batter evenly distributed in the pan?
Check that batter is level in the pan.
■ Is the proper length of time being used?
Adjust cooking time.
■ Has the oven door been opened while cooking?
Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer
cooking times.
■ Are baked items too brown on the bottom?
Move rack to higher position in the oven.
■ Are pie crust edges browning early?
Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust and/or reduce
baking temperature.
ACCESSORIES
Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish
(stainless steel models)
Order Part Number 31462
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner
Order Part Number 31682
Broiler Pan
Order Part Number 12500100