Oven Temperature Control - Kenmore 66572179301 Use & Care Manual

Oven burner flames are yellow or noisy
• Is propane gas being used?
The appliance may have been converted improperly. Contact
a Sears trained repair specialist. See back cover.
Oven temperature too high or too low
• Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment?
See "Oven Temperature Control" section.
Display shows messages
Is the display showing "PF"?
There has been a power failure. Press STOP/CLEAR to clear
the display. Reset the clock, if needed. See "Clock" section.
On some models, is the display showing a "PF" and a
cooktop icon?
The Cooktop Lockout feature is engaged. See "Cooktop
Lockout" section.
Is the display showing "F" followed by a number?
Press STOP/CLEAR to clear the display. If an "F" code
reappears, contact a Sears trained repair specialist. See back
cover.
Is the display showing a "EO F5"?
the Self-Cleaning latch is interfering with the oven door
closing.
If the oven door is open, press STOP/CLEAR to clear display,
then depress and hold door switch plunger for 6 seconds
(located in the upper right corner of the oven front) and the
oven door will unlock.
If the oven door is locked, press STOP/CLEAR to clear the
display then apply pressure to the upper right corner of the
oven door and the door will unlock.
Self-Cleaning Cycle will not operate
• Is the oven door open?
Close the oven door all the way.
• Has START been pressed?
Press START.
• Has a delay start been set?
See "Timed Oven Control" section.
Cooktop cooking results not what expected
• Is the proper cookware being used?
See "Cookware" section.
• Is the control knob set to the proper heat level?
See "Control Knobs" section.
• Is the appliance level?
Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.
Baking results not what expected
• Was the oven preheated?
Wait for oven to preheat before placing food in oven.
• Are the racks positioned properly?
See "Positioning Racks and Bakeware" section.
• Is there proper air circulation around bakeware?
See "Positioning Racks and Bakeware" section.
• Is the batter evenly distributed in the pan?
Check to make sure batter is level in the pan.
• Is the appliance level?
Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.
• Are baked items too brown on the bottom?
Decrease oven temperature 15 ° F to 25°F (5°C to 15°C).
• Are crust edges browning early?
Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust.
Slow baking or roasting
• Was the oven preheated?
Wait for oven to preheat before placing food in oven.
• Is there proper air circulation around bakeware?
See "Positioning Racks and Bakeware" section.
• Is the proper length of time being used?
Increase baking or roasting time.
• Is the proper temperature set?
Increase temperature 25°F (15°C).
• Has the oven door been opened while cooking?
Peeking into the oven while cooking releases oven heat and
can result in longer cooking times.
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