Theproblemsolver - GE JB552G Use And Care Manual

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
OVEN WILL NOT WORK •Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet.
• The circuit breaker in your house has been tripped, or a fuse has been blown.
• Oven controls not properly set.
• Door left in locked position after cleaning.
OVEN LIGHT * Light bulb is loose.
DOES NOT WORK • Bulb is defective. Replace.
• Switch operating oven light is broken. Call for service.
FOOD DOES NOT
BROIL PROPERLY
FOOD DOES NOT ROAST
OR BAKE PROPERLY
o OVEN SET knob not set at BROIL.
• Temperature not set correctly for broiling.
,Door not left ajar as recommended.
• Improper shelf position being used. Check Broiling Guide.
• Necessary preheating was not done.
,Food is being cooked on hot pan.
,Utensils are not suited for broiling.
• Alun_ilmm foil used on the broil pan rack has not been fitted properly and slit
as recommended.
• OVEN SET knob not set on BAKE.
• Temperature not set correctly for baking.
• Shelf position is incorrect. Check Roasting or Baking Guide.
• Oven shelf is not level.
• Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size is being used.
• A foil tent was not used when needed to slow down browning during roasting.
SURFACE UNITS NOT • Surface unit controls are not properly set.
FUNCTIONING PROPERLY
SURFACE UNITS SMOKE • Some smoke and odor is normal when using surface units for the first time
WHILE HEATING and also after using cot 1o etectro/cleaner.
COOKTOP IS HOT • Because solid elements heat by conduction, the cooktop may seem hotter than
you are used to. This is normal. Make sure properly fitting pans are used.
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