Kenmore 911.93729 Use, Care, Safety Manual page 20

Save time and money -- Check this list before you call for sePJice.
TO eliminate unnecessary service calls, first, read all the instructions in this manual carefully. Then, if you have a
problem, always check this list of common problems and possible solutions before you call for service.
If you do have a problem you cannot fix yourself, call your nearest Sears Store or Sears Service Center for help. When
catling, have this manual handy with the Repair Parts List, model number, serial number and purchase date.
PROBLEM
Range does not work;
totally inoperative
Oven does not heat;
cooktop elements OK
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Foods cook slowly on
the solid element
, No power to range
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Crock set incorrectly
Oven controls set incorrectly
Door latch in incorrect
position (Self-clean models
only)
• Cooktop does not • Improper operation of con-
work; oven OK troi
, • Improper cookware
Oven not preheated long
enough
Improper rack or pan place-
ment
Foods do not bake
properly
Oven door will not
unlock
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o
w
s
Oven vent blocked or cov-
ered
Improper use of loll
Improper temperature setting
for utensil used
Recipe not followed
Range and oven rack not
level
Using improper cookware
Clean cycle not complete
Oven door accidentally
locked during Bake or Broil
DON'T CALL FOR SERVICE
UNTIL YOU CHECK
Check household circuit breaker or fuse.
Check power cord to be sure it is plugged
in.
, Check clock Instructions.
- Check oven control Instructions.
, Check self-clean instructions.
, Be sure knob is pushed in while turning.
• Use pans that have flat bottoms and a tight
fitting lid (if applicable). Pans should be
made of a heavy gauge material Read the
cooktop cooking section for complete in-
formation.
Be sure to preheat:
Until preheat tone sounds.
, Maintain uniform air space around pans
and utensils; see cooking hints section.
• See picture of range for vent location.
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Foil use not recommended.
Reduce temperature 25 degrees for glass
or dull/darkened pans.
, Is recipe tested and reliable?
• Check the Installation section for leveling
Instructions.
• See cooking hints section.
Oven must cool below lock temperature
(approximately 30 minutes after clean
cycle is complete).
Press CLEAR/OFF. Allow oven to cool.
Slide oven clock handle to left.
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