KitchenAid KERC608 Range User Manual


 
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of
an unnecessary service call.
Nothing will operate
Is the power supply cord unplugged?
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Has a household fuse been blown or has the circuit
breaker been tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
Cooktop will not operate
Is the control knob set correctly?
Push in knob before turning to a setting.
On some ceramic glass models, is the Cooktop Lockout
set?
See Cooktop Lockout section.
On coil element models, is the element inserted properly?
See Coil Elements and Burner Bowls section.
Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop
Is the cookware the proper size?
Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking
area, element or surface burner. Cookware should not extend
more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) outside the cooking area.
Hot surface indicator light stays on
Does the hot surface indicator light stay on after control
knob(s) have been turned off?
See Cooktop Controls section.
Cooktop cooking results not what expected
Is the proper cookware being used?
See Cookware section.
Is the control knob set to the proper heat level?
See Cooktop Controls section.
Is the appliance level?
Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.
On coil element models, is the element inserted properly?
See Coil Elements and Burner Bowls section.
Oven will not operate
Is the electronic oven control set correctly?
See Electronic Oven Control section.
Has a delay start been set?
See Timed Cooking section.
On some models, is the Control Lock set?
See Control Lock section.
On some models, is the Sabbath Mode set?
See Sabbath Mode section.
Oven temperature too high or too low
Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment?
See Oven Temperature Control section.
On some models, does the cooling fan run during BAKE,
BROIL or CLEAN?
It is normal for the fan to automatically run when the oven is in
use. This helps cool the electronic control.
Display shows messages
Is the display showing PF?
There has been a power failure. Clear the display. See
Display(s) section. On some models, reset the clock, if
needed. See Clock section.
Is the display showing a letter followed by a number?
Press CANCEL OFF to clear the display. See Display(s)
section. If it reappears, call for service. See Assistance or
Service section.
Is the display showing F5 or E3?
The power cord is not properly grounded. See Installation
Instructions.
On some models, is the display showing CF?
The oven is in the Convect Full Meal setting. See Convect
Full Meal section.
Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate
Is the oven door open?
Close the oven door all the way.
Has the function been entered?
See Self-Cleaning Cycle section.
On some models, has a delay start Self-Clean cycle been
set?
See Self-Cleaning Cycle section.
Has a delay start been set?
See Timed Cooking section.
Oven cooking results not what expected
Is the appliance level?
Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.
Is the proper temperature set?
Double-check the recipe in a reliable cookbook.
Is the proper oven temperature calibration set?
See Oven Temperature Control section.
Was the oven preheated?
See Bake, Convection Bake, or Convection Roast
sections.
Is the proper bakeware being used?
See Bakeware section.
Are the racks positioned properly?
See Positioning Racks and Bakeware section.
Is there proper air circulation around bakeware?
See Positioning Racks and Bakeware section.
Is the batter evenly distributed in the pan?
Check to make sure batter is level in the pan.
Is the proper length of time being used?
Adjust cooking time.
Has the oven door been opened while cooking?
Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer
cooking times.
Are baked items too brown on the bottom?
Move rack to higher position in the oven.
Are pie crust edges browning early?
Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust and/or
reduce baking temperature.