Sears 36511 Oven User Manual


 
Before Calling for Service
Save time and money -- Check this list before you call for service.
To eliminate unnecessary service calls, first, read all the instructionsin this manual carefully. Then, if you have a problem,
always check this list of common problems and possible solutions before you call for service.
If you do have a problem you cannot fix yourself, call your nearest Store or Service Center for help. When calling, have
this manual handy with the model number, serial number and purchase date filled in on the space on the front cover.
PROBLEM
Range does not work; totally in-
operative
Cooktop burners and oven
burners do not work
Cooktop burner does not work
oven OK
Foods do not bake properly
POSSIBLE CAUSE
No power to range
Gas suppry not connected or not
turned on; if using L.P. gas, tank
may be empty
Range not properly grounded or
polarized; this can affect spark
ignition
Controls not set correctly
Burners not adjusted properly
Shut-off valve below cooktop is
not in the open position
Soil clogging holes (pods) in
burner or burner assembly mis-
aligned
Improper operation of control
Burners not adjusted properly
Oven not preheated long
enough
Improper rack or pan place-
ment
Oven vent blocked or covered
Improper use of foil
Improper temperature setting
for utensil used
Recipe not followed
Improper thermostat calibration
Range and oven rack not level
Using improper eookware
25
DON'T CALL FOR SERVICE UNTIL
YOU CHECK
Check household circuit breaker or fuse.
Check power cord to be sure it is plugged in.
To check if the gas is turned on, light the
cooktop burners with a match by following the
steps in the ignition section of this manual. If
the burners do not light, check the shut-off
valve below the lift-up cooktop (see valve to
be sure that it is in the open position).
If using L.P. gas; is there any gas in the L.P.
tank?
Check installation section in this manual.
Check operating instructions inthis manual.
See the installation section in this manual.
Check installation section in this manual.
See the removable cooktop burner section
and the cleaning tips in this manual.
Be sure to push knob in while turning.
See the installation section in this manual.
Be sure to preheat:
15 minutes
or until preheat tone signals
Maintain uniform air space around pans and
utensils; see oven cooking section.
Be sure oven vent (in panel behind cooktop)
is not blocked.
Foil use not recommended.
Reduce temperature 25 degrees for glass or
dull/darkened pans.
Is recipe tested and reliable?
Check oven temperature adjustment proce-
dures (next page).
Check the installation section for leveling
instructions.
See oven cooking section.
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