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Parts & Features

Clock and timer does not work.

The electrical plug is not inserted properly.

  • Make sure the electrical plug is inserted into a live, properly grounded outlet. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

Improper oven control settings

  • See "Changing Oven Settings" in the OPERATION chapter.

Oven light does not work.

It is time to replace the lamp or the lamp is loose.

  • Replace or tighten lamp. See "Changing the Oven Light" section in this Owner’s Manual.

The plug on the range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet.

  • Make sure the electrical plug is inserted into a live, properly grounded outlet.

Oven will not Self Clean. (On some models)

The oven temperature is too high to set a Self Clean operation.

  • Allow the range to cool and reset the controls.

Oven controls improperly set.

  • See the Self Clean section.

A Self Clean cycle cannot be started if the oven Control Lock / Lockout feature is active.

  • See the "Control Lock / Lockout" in "Changing Oven Settings" section.

Oven door does not open after a Self Clean cycle (On some models)

Oven is too hot.

  • Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature.

The control and door may be locked.

  • Allow about one hour for the oven to cool after the completion of a Self Clean cycle. The door can be opened when the lock k is no longer displayed.

The oven is not clean after a Self Clean cycle (On some models)

Oven controls not properly set.

  • See the Self Clean section.

Oven was heavily soiled.

  • Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean cycle. Heavily soiled ovens may need to Self Clean again or for a longer period of time.

CLEAN and door flash in the display (On some models)

The Self Clean cycle has been selected, but the door is not closed.

  • Close the oven door.

"Loc" is on in the display when you want to cook (On some models)

The oven is locked because of the Control Lock / Lockout feature.

  • Deactivate the Control Lock / Lockout feature.

Oven control beeps and displays any F code error.

Electronic control has detected a fault condition.

  • Remove the power from the range for five minutes and then reconnect the power. If the function error code repeats, call for service.

    • [Case 1]

      Code: F-3

      Cause: Key short error

    • [Case 2]

      Code: F-9

      Cause: Oven not heating

  • Check the main gas shut-off valve or the oven gas shut-off valve and call for service.

Oven control displays Sb/5b/S6/56 error code.

This code is not an error code. It indicates that the product's Sabbath mode sb is activated.

  • See the "Using the Sabbath Mode" section in the Operation chapter.

The oven racks were cleaned in a Self Clean cycle. (On some models)

The shiny, silver-colored racks were cleaned in a Self Clean cycle.

  • Apply a small amount of vegetable oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the oven racks with the paper towel. Do not use lubricant sprays.

Displayed colon in the clock is flashing

This means that the product has just been plugged in, or that it has experienced a power interruption.

  • This is normal. Reset the clock and any cooking function.

Light can be seen through the oven air vents.

While the Broil function is running, it is normal to see a light between the oven air vents.

  • This is normal.

Range is not level.

Poor installation.

  • Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the oven rack. Adjust leveling legs at base of range until the oven rack is level.

  • Be sure floor is level and strong and stable enough to adequately support range.

  • If floor is sagging or sloping, contact a carpenter to correct the situation.

Kitchen cabinet alignment may make range appear unlevel.

  • Be sure cabinets are square and have sufficient room for range clearance.

Cannot move appliance easily. Appliance must be accessible for service.

Cabinets not square or are built in too tightly.

  • Contact builder or installer to make appliance accessible.

Carpet interferes with range.

  • Provide sufficient space so range can be lifted over carpet.

Anti-tip device engaged.

  • Uninstall the anti-tip device to move the range. Reengage the anti-tip device after pulling the range out for cleaning, service, or any other reason.

Convection fan stops. (During Conv.Bake mode)

Convection fan stops during a convection bake cycle. It is done to allow for more even heating during the cycle.

  • This is not a failure of the range and should be considered normal operation.

Fan operation (During Bake Mode)

This is to ensure even baking results.

  • It is normal for the fan to operate periodically throughout a normal bake cycle in the oven.