SURFACE BURNERS
PROBLEM
The burner fails to light
CAUSE
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You have blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker.
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The burner ports may be clogged. Clean them with a straight pin.
(See pages 17 and 18.)
The burner flames are
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The burner ports may be clogged. Clean them with a straight pin.
uneven
(See pages 17 and 18.)
The burner flames lift off
the ports, are yellow, or
are noisy when turned off
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The burner needs cleaning. (See pages 17 and 18.)
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The air/gas mixture is incorrect. Contact an authorized Roper service
technician to check the air/gas mixture or see the Installation
Instructions.
The burner makes a
popping noise when on
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The burner is wet from washing. Let it dry.
COOKING RESULT’S
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PROBLEM
CAUSE
Cooking results are
not what you expected
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The oven temperature seems too low or too high. See “Adjusting the oven
temperature control” on page 12 to adjust the oven temperature.
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You did not preheat the oven before baking (if called for in the recipe).
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The recipe you are using may need to be altered to improve the taste or
appearance of the food.
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You are using a pan that is not the correct type or size. Refer to a reliable
cookbook or recipe for the recommended pan type and size.
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There is not enough air space around the pan when baking. Allow 1 l/2 to
2 inches of air space on all sides of the pan.
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The flame size does not fit the cookware being used.
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When broiling, you have not completely closed the broiler door.
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The flow of combustion and/or ventilation air to the range is blocked.
Make sure nothing is blocking the middle front of the backguard or the
floor right in front of the broiler.
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The range is not level. (See the Installation Instructions.)
If none of these items are causing your problem, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 24.
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