Oven Light; Troubleshooting - Whirlpool W10204316B User Instructions

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OVEN RACKS
Cleaning Method:
Steel-wool pad
For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide, a light
coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help
them slide.
The oven light is a standard 40-watt appliance bulb. Before
replacing, make sure the oven and cooktop are cool and the
control knobs are in the off position.
To Replace:
1. Unplug range or disconnect power.
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
www.estateappliances.com, www.roperappliances.com or www.whirlpool.com
Nothing will operate
Is the power supply cord unplugged?
Plug into a grounded outlet.
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.
Cooktop will not operate
Is the control knob set correctly?
Push in knob before turning to a setting.
On ceramic glass models, is the oven control lockout set?
See the control lock keypad feature in the "Feature Guide"
section.
Has a self-clean cycle been selected?
On some ceramic glass models, the cooktop will not operate
during a self-clean cycle.
Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop
Is the cookware the proper size?
Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking
area, element or surface burner. Cookware should not extend
more than ½" (1.3 cm) outside the cooking area.
Cooktop cooking results not what expected
Is the control knob set to the proper heat level?
See "Cooktop Use" section.
Is the range level?
Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.
Oven will not operate
Is the electronic oven control set correctly?
See "Electronic Oven Controls" section.
Has a delay start been set?
See "Timed Cooking" section.
On some models, is the oven control lockout set?
See the control lock keypad feature in the "Feature Guide"
section.
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STORAGE DRAWER
Check that storage drawer is cool and empty before cleaning.
Cleaning Method:

Oven Light

2. Turn the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise to remove from socket.
4. Replace bulb, then bulb cover by turning clockwise.
5. Plug in range or reconnect power.

TROUBLESHOOTING

to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
Oven temperature too high or too low
Oven indicator lights flash
Display shows messages
Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate
Mild detergent
counterclockwise to remove.
Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment?
See "Oven Temperature Control" section of the "Electronic
Oven Controls" section.
Do the oven indicator lights flash?
See "Control Display" in the "Electronic Oven Controls"
section. If the indicator light(s) keeps flashing, call for service.
See cover for contact information.
Is the display showing a flashing time?
There has been a power failure. Clear the display. On some
models, reset the clock, if needed. See "Clock" keypad feature
in the "Feature Guide" section.
Is the display showing a letter followed by a number?
Depending on your model, press OFF/CANCEL or CANCEL/
OFF to clear the display. See "Control Display" in the
"Electronic Oven Controls" section. If it reappears, call for
service. See cover for contact information.
Is the display showing a flashing "PUSH?" or "PSH"?
See the "Start" keypad feature in the "Feature Guide" section.
Is the oven door open?
Close the oven door all the way.
Has the function been entered?
See "Self-Cleaning Cycle" section.
Has a delay start been set?
See "Timed Cooking" section.

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