LG LWD3063BD Owner's Manual page 40

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TROUBLESHOOTING
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that
are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
Problem
Oven control beeps
and displays any F code
error.
Oven will not work
Appliance does not
operate.
Oven light does not
work.
Oven smokes
excessively during
broiling.
Food does not bake or
roast properly
• Electronic control has detected a fault condition.
Press UPPER CLEAR/OFF or LOWER CLEAR/OFF
to clear the display and stop beeping. Reprogram
oven. If fault reoccurs, record fault number. Press
UPPER CLEAR/OFF or LOWER CLEAR/OFF and
contact a qualified service technician.
• Plug on oven is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet.
− Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly grounded outlet.
• A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
− Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
• Oven controls improperly set.
− See the Using the Oven section.
• Oven too hot.
− Allow the oven to cool to below locking temperature.
• Make sure cord is plugged correctly into outlet. Check circuit breakers.
• Service wiring is not complete. Contact your appliance Servicer for assistance.
• Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for service.
• Replace or tighten lamp. See Changing the Oven Light section, page 35.
• Control not set properly. Follow instructions under Setting Oven Controls.
• Meat too close to the element. Reposition the rack to provide proper clearance between
the meat and the element. Preheat broil element for searing.
• Meat not properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining fatty edges to
prevent curling, but do not cut into lean.
• Insert on broiler pan wrong side up and grease not draining. Always place grid 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.
• Oven controls improperly set.
− See the Using the Oven section.
• Rack position is incorrect or the rack is not level.
− See the Using the Oven section.
• Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size being used.
− See the Using the Oven section.
• Oven sensor needs to be adjusted.
− See Adjusting the Oven Temperature.
Possible Causes / Solutions
CODE CAUSE
F-3 Key held down too long or
shorted key
F-9 No heating (Upper oven)
F-19 No heating (Lower oven)