Kenmore 790.46268 - Manual (Page 20)

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Solutions to Common Problems
Drip bowls turning color or distorted
out of shape.
Bottom surface of cookware extends beyond surface elements and touches cooktop
surface. Thiscancause high enough temperatures todiscolorthedripbowls. DO NOT
use cookware of this type. Pan sizes should be matched to the size of the element.
Replacement drip bowls may be purchased from Sears Parts & Repair.
Surface elements not seated properly in terminal. Turn control to OFF. Be sure
surface element is COOL. Lift out surface element. Position element properly,
following instructions under General Care & Cleaning.
Owen control beeps and displays
F1, F3 or F9 Electronic control has detected a fault condition. Press CLEAR to clear the
display and stop beeping. Program oven again. If fault recurs, record fault
number. Press CLEAR and contact Sears or other qualified agency.
Owen light does not work. Replace or tighten bulb. See “Changing Oven Light” in this Use & Care
Guide for instructions.
Poor baking results. Many factors affect baking results. Make sure the proper rack position is used.
Center food in the oven and space pans to allow air to circulate. Allow the oven
to preheat to the set temperature before placing food in the oven. Try adjusting
the recipes’ recommended temperature or baking time.
Owen smokes excessively during
broiling. Control(s) not set properly. Follow instructions under “Setting Oven Controls”
in this Use and Care Guide.
Make sure oven is opened to Broil Stop Position.
Meat too close to the element. Reposition the rack to provide proper clearance
between the meat and the element. Preheat broil element.
The insert on broiler pan wrong side up and grease not draining. Always place
insert on the broiler pan with ribs up and slots down to allow grease to drip into
pan.
Grease has built up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary when
broiling frequently. Old grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking.
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