GE EML835 Owner's Manual page 34

Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
Problem
Coil Cooktops
Surface units not
functioning properly
Oven–All Models
Oven light does not work Light bulb is loose or defective.
Oven will not work
Food does not bake or
roast properly
No power supply from
convenience outlet on
top of back guard (on
some models)
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Possible Causes
The surface units are not plugged in
solidly.
The surface unit controls improperly
set.
The drip pans are not set securely in
the cooktop.
Switch operating light is broken.
Plug on range is not completely
inserted in the electrical outlet.
A fuse in your home may be blown or
the circuit breaker tripped.
Oven controls improperly set.
On self-cleaning models, door left in
the locked position.
Thermal link or fuse link on appliance,
is open.
Oven controls improperly set.
Rack position is incorrect or the rack
is not level.
Incorrect cookware or cookware of
improper size being used.
Oven thermostat needs adjustment.
Small appliance plug is not completely
inserted in the convenience outlet.
The back guard is too hot and the
convenience outlet breaker has
tripped.
What To Do
surface unit is plugged completely into the
receptacle.
• Check to see the correct control is set for the
surface unit you are using.
pan is in the recess in the cooktop and that the
opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle.
• Tighten or replace the bulb.
• Call for service.
• Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live,
properly grounded outlet.
• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
• See the Using the oven section.
• If necessary, allow the oven to cool; then unlock
the door.
• Call for service.
• See the Using the oven section.
• See the Using the oven section.
• See the Using the oven section.
• See the Adjust the oven thermostat―Easy to do
yourself ! section.
• Make sure the small appliance plug is properly
inserted.
• Allow the range to cool; then reset the circuit
breaker by pressing the switch located near the
convenience outlet.