Frigidaire 318200964 Oven User Manual


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IMPORTANT
Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common
occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Oven Control Beeps
and Displays an “F”
Error Code
Electronic control has detected a fault condition. Push CLEAR pad to clear the display and stop
thedisplayfrombeeping.Reprogramtheoven.Ifafaultreoccurs,recordthefaultnumber,
push the CLEAR pad and contact an authorized servicer.
Faulty Installation Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the oven rack. Contact installing agent if
rackandcabinetcutoutooringarenotlevel.
Kitchen cabinet misalignment may make oven appear to be not level. Be sure cabinets are
square and level. Contact cabinet maker to correct problem.
Entire Oven Does Not
Operate
Whentheovenisrstpluggedin,orwhenthepowersupplytotheovenhasbeeninterrupted,
thedisplaywillash.Theovencannotbeprogrammeduntiltheclockisset.
Be sure electrical cord is securely connected into the electrical junction box.
Cord/plug is not installed and/or connected. Cord is not supplied with oven. Contact your
dealer,installingagentorauthorizedservicer.
Servicewiringnotcomplete.Contactyourdealer,installingagentorauthorizedservicer.
Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company.
Short in cord/plug. Replace cord/plug.
Controls are not set properly. See instructions to set the controls.
House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped immediately following installation.
House fuse may not be fully engaged. Check fuse and screw or engage circuit breaker securely.
Oven Light Does Not
Work
Burned-out or loose bulb. Follow the instructions under Oven Light to replace or tighten the
bulb.
Self-Cleaning Cycle
Does Not Work
Make sure the oven door is closed.
Controls not set properly. Follow instructions under “Using the Self-Clean Feature”.
Oven Smokes
Excessively During
Broiling
Meat too close to the broiler element. Reposition the rack to provide more clearance between
the meat and the broiler. Preheat broil element for quick searing operation.
Meat not properly prepared. Remove excess fat from meat. Cut remaining fatty edges to
preventcurling,butdonotcutintothelean.
Grid on broiler pan wrong side-up. Grease does not drain into broiler pan. Always place the grid
on the broiler pan with the ribs up and the slots down to allow grease to drip into the pan.
Broiler pan used without grid or grid cover with aluminum foil. DO NOT use the broiler pan
without the grid or cover the grid with aluminum foil.
Oven needs to be cleaned. Grease has built up on oven surfaces. Regular cleaning is necessary
when broiling frequently. Grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking.
Soil Not Completely
Removed After Self-
Cleaning Cycle is
Completed
Failuretocleanbottom,fromtopofoven,frameofovenordoorareaoutsideovenseal.These
areasarenotintheself-cleaningarea,butgethotenoughtoburnonresidue.Cleanthese
areas before the self-cleaning cycle is started. Burned on residue can be cleaned with a stiff
nylon brush and water or a nylon scrubber. Be careful not to damage the oven gasket.
Excessive spillovers in oven. Set the self-clean cycle for longer cleaning time.
Poor Baking Results Manyfactorsaffectbakingresults.SeeBakingforhints,causesandcorrections.SeeAdjusting
Oven Temperature.
Flames Inside Oven
or Smoke from Vent
Excessivespilloversinoven.Thisisnormal,especiallyforhighoventemperatures,piespillovers
or for large amounts of grease on bottom of oven. Wipe up excessive spillovers.
BEFORE YOU CALL - Solutions to Common Problems
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