PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Burner flames Burner ports are clogged.
Clean with a straight pin. (See page
are uneven
18.) If this fails, call an authorized
Whirlpool service technician for service.
Burner makes
Burner is wet from washing.
Let dry.
popping noise
when on
Control knob(s) You are not pushing in before
Push control knob(s) in before turning
will not turn turning. to a setting.
Cooking results The range is not level.
Level range. (See Installation
are not what Instructions.)
you expected
The oven temperature seems Adjust the oven temperature control.
too low or too high.
(See “Adjusting the oven temperature
control” on page 13.)
The oven was not preheated
Preheat oven if called for in recipe.
as the recipe calls for.
The recipe you are using
may need to be altered to
Alter recipe as needed.
improve the taste or appear-
ance of the food.
The pans are not the type
or size recommended in
the recipe.
Refer to a reliable cookbook for
recommended pan type and size.
There is not proper air
circulation around pan
when baking.
Allow 1% to 2 inches (4-5 cm) on all
sides of the pans for air circulation.
There must be a minimum space of
1 inch (3 cm).
Flame size does not fit the
cooking utensil being used.
Adjust flame size to fit cooking utensil.
When broiling, you have not
Completely close broiler drawer.
completely closed the broiler
drawer.
The flow of combustion and/
Remove blockage to airflow to and
or ventilation air to the range
around range.
is blocked.
The display is
There has been a power
flashing “12:OO” failure.
Reset the clock. (See page 11.)
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