Troubleshooting
The Keen oven model K-15R requires a minimal amount
of electrical knowledge to repair if necessary.
IF OVEN FAILS TO OPERATE – NO HEAT
1. Check power source.
2. Check power cord continuity. Replace cord assembly if faulty.
3. Check heating element continuity. If no continuity is present, replace element.
IF OVEN OVERHEATS
1. If oven overheats, adjust thermostat. (See “Temperature Setting” section.)
2. If thermostat calibration fails to lower temperature, replace thermostat. (See “Corrective Maintenance” section.)
Corrective Maintenance
CHANGING ELEMENT FOR K-15R
1. Disconnect power source.
2. Remove two screws from bottom of oven.
3. Remove bottom cover.
4. Remove leads from old element and remove
element.
5. Install new element and attach leads.
6. Replace insulation and bottom cover.
7. See wiring diagram.
CHANGING THE THERMOSTAT: MODEL K-15R
1. Disconnect from the power source.
2. Remove two screws from bottom of oven.
3. Remove bottom corner and insulation.
4. Disconnect wires from thermostat.
5. Remove hex nut and lock washer from mounting bolt; remove thermostat.
6. Replace new thermostat in same position.
7. Rewire as in diagram
8. Replace insulation and bottom, making sure wires are insulated from element.
THERMOSTAT CALIBRATION: MODEL K-15R
1. Follow instruction is numbers 1, 2, and 3 above.
2. Thermostat is readily visible in bottom of oven. Use small screwdriver and turn set screw. (Turning
set screw clockwise decreases temperature. Turning set screw counter-clockwise increases
temperature. One-fourth [1/4] turn equals approximately 35ºF.)