GE PS920SFSS - Manual (Page 30)

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Problem Possible Cause What To Do
Surface units will not
maintain a rolling boil
or cooking is not fast
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surface unit selected.
In some areas, the power (voltage)
may be low. Cover pan with a lid until desired heat is obtained.
Surface units do not work
properly A fuse in your home may be blown or
the circuit breaker tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Cooktop controls improperly set. Check to see the correct control is set for the surface unit
you are using.
Surface unit stops
glowing when turned to a
lower setting The unit is still on and hot. This is normal.
Scratches (may appear as
cracks) on cooktop glass
surface Incorrect cleaning methods being used. Scratches are not removable. Tiny scratches will become
less visible in time as a result of cleaning.
Cookware with rough bottoms being
used or coarse particles (salt or sand)
were between the cookware and the
surface of the cooktop. Cookware has
been slid across the cooktop surface. To avoid scratches, use the recommended cleaning
procedures. Make sure bottoms of cookware are clean
before use, and use cookware with smooth bottoms.
Areas of discoloration on
the cooktop Food spillovers not cleaned before
next use. See the Cleaning the glass cooktop section.
Hot surface on a model with a light-
colored cooktop. This is normal. The surface may appear discolored when it is
hot. This is temporary and will disappear as the glass cools.
Plastic melted to the
surface Hot cooktop came into contact with
plastic placed on the hot cooktop. 6HHWKH*ODVVVXUIDFH²SRWHQWLDOIRUSHUPDQHQWGDPDJH
section in the Cleaning the glass cooktop section.
Pitting (or indentation) of
the cooktop Hot sugar mixture spilled on the
cooktop. Call a qualified technician for replacement.
Frequent cycling off and
on of surface units Improper cookware being used. 8VHRQO\IODWFRRNZDUHWRPLQLPL]HF\FOLQJ
My new oven doesn't
cook like my old one. Is
something wrong with the
temperature settings? Your new oven has a different cooking
system from your old oven and
therefore may cook differently than
your old oven. For the first few uses, follow your recipe times and
temperatures carefully. If you still think your new oven is
too hot or too cold, you can adjust the temperature yourself
to meet your specific cooking preference. NOTE: This
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Food does not bake
properly Oven controls improperly set. See the Cooking Modes section.
Rack position is incorrect or rack is
not level. See the Cooking Modes section and Cooking Guide.
Incorrect cookware or cookware of
improper size being used. See the Cookware section.
Oven temperature needs adjustment. See the Special Features section.
Ingredient substitution Substituting ingredients can change the recipe outcome.
Food does not broil
properly Oven controls improperly set. Make sure you select the appropriate broil mode.
Improper rack position being used. See Cooking Guide for rack location suggestions.
Food being cooked in a hot pan. Make sure cookware is cool.
Cookware not suited for broiling. 8VHDSDQVSHFLILFDOO\GHVLJQHGIRUEURLOLQJ
Aluminum foil used on the broiling
pan and grid has not been fitted
properly and slit as recommended. If using aluminum foil conform to pan slits.
In some areas the power (voltage)
may be low. Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes.
Oven temperature too hot
or too cold Oven temperature needs adjustment. See the Special Features section.
Troubleshooting tips ... Before you call for service
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS