Troubleshooting - KitchenAid KGRT507B Use And Care Manual

Troubleshooting
Other problems and their causes:
PROBLEM CAUSE
The oven will not
operate
• You have not set the electronic control correctly. Refer to
the section in this manual describing the function you are
operating.
• You have programmed a delayed start time. Wait for the
start time to be reached or cancel and reset the control.
Burner falls to light
• The range is not plugged or wired into a live outlet or circuit
with the proper voltage. (See Installation Instructions.)
• You have blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit
breaker. In case of prolonged power failure, manually light
burners. (See page 14.)
• The burner ports are clogged. Clean with a straight pin.
(See page 16.)
Burner flames are • The burner ports are clogged. Clean with a straight pin.
uneven (See page 16.) If this fails, call for service.
Burner flames lift off • The air/gas mixture is incorrect. Contact a service techni-
ports, are yellow, or are clan to check it.
noisy when turned off
Burner makes popping • The burner is wet from washing. Let dry.
noise when on
Burners spark • It is normal for all four burners to spark briefly when:
- A burner is turned on, but has not yet ignited.
- There is a draft blowing on burners.
- A very large pot on burner causes flame to be unstable.
No action is needed. Burner operation is not affected and
the sparking should end when the ignited flame is burning
undisturbed.
• Continuous sparking may be caused when:
- A spillover has wet ignition switch contacts. Turnon one
or two burners or disconnect electrical supply to let
switch dry out.
- There is a faulty spark module. Contact a service techni-
cian to replace module.
- The wall outlet wiring is incorrect. Contact a qualified
electrician to correct wiring, if needed.
Cooling fan runs during
Bake or Broil
• It is normal for the fan to automatically run during Bake or
Broil to cool the electronic control.
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