Maytag W10304917A - Manual (Page 15)

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Oven burner flames are uneven, yellow and/or noisy
■ Is propane gas being used?
The range may have been converted improperly. Contact a
trained repair specialist.
■ Is the air/gas mixture correct?
Contact a designated service technician to check the air/gas
mixture or see the Installation Instructions.
Cooktop cooking results not what expected
■ Is the proper cookware being used?
See “Cookware” section.
■ Is the control knob set to the proper heat level?
See “Cooktop/Oven Temperature Controls” section.
Baking results not what expected
■ Was the oven preheated?
Wait for oven to preheat before placing food in oven.
■ 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 range level?
Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.
■ Are baked items too brown on the bottom?
Decrease oven temperature 10
°
F to 30°F (6°C to 17°C).
■ Are crust edges browning early?
Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust and/or
reduce baking temperature.
Slow baking or roasting
■ Was the oven preheated?
Wait for oven to preheat before placing food in oven.
■ Is there proper air circulation around bakeware?
See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.
■ Is the proper length of time being used?
Increase baking or roasting time.
■ Is the proper temperature set?
Increase temperature 25°F (14°C).
■ Has the oven door been opened while cooking?
Peeking into the oven while cooking releases oven heat and
can result in longer cooking times.
Broiler burner fails to light
■ Is the ignition system broken?
Contact a designated service technician to replace it.
■ 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.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE
Before calling for assistance or service, please check
“Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If
you still need help, follow the instructions below.
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete
model and serial number of your appliance. This information will
help us to better respond to your request.
If you need replacement parts
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you
use only factory specified
parts. Factory specified parts will fit
right and work right because they are made with the same
precision used to build every new MAYTAG
® appliance.
To locate factory specified parts in your area, call the following
customer assistance telephone number or your nearest
designated service center.
In the U.S.A.
Call Maytag Customer eXperience Center toll free:
1-800-688-9900, or visit our website at www.maytag.com
Our consultants provide assistance with:
■ Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.
■ Installation information.
■ Use and maintenance procedures.
■ Accessory and repair parts sales.
■ Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing
impaired, limited vision, etc.).
■ Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors and service
companies. Maytag
® appliances designated service
technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and
provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States.
To locate the Maytag ® appliances designated service
company in your area, you can also look in your telephone
directory Yellow Pages.
For further assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write to Maytag ®
appliances with any questions or concerns at:
Maytag Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.