Kenmore 5303304549 - Manual (Page 18)

OCCURRENCE
SURFACE ELEMENTS (continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Surface element does not heat. No power to appliance. Check/reset circuit iareaker or replace
fuse If the problem is a circuit overload,
have this situation corrcted by a quali­
fied electrician.
Incorrect control turned on Be sure to use the correct control for the
- element to be used.
OVEN AND/OR LIGHTS (if equipped)
DO NOT WORK
Oven light (some models) does not
work.
Burned-out of loose bulb Follow instructions under Oven Light
(some models) to replace or tighten
bulb
Entire oven does not operate. CortiTlug not plugged into the
wallAloor receptacle. Make sure it is plugged tightly into out­
let.
Service wiring not complete. Contact servicer or dealer
Power outage
Check house lights to be sure. Call your
local electric company for service.
Controls) not set properly. Follow instructions under Settin g 0 ven
Controls to set the controls
BROILING
Oven smokes excessively during
broiling- Oven door closed Door should be opened to broil stop
position,
Meat too dose to the element Reposition the rack to provide proper
clearance between the meat and the
element. Preheat broil element for quick
searing operation.
Meat not properly prepared Remove excess fat from meat, Slash
remaining fatty edges to prevent curl­
ing, but do not cut into 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 pan.
POOR BAKING RESULTS
Oven needs to be cleaned Grease
has built up on oven surfaces
Regular cleaning is necessary when
broiling frequently Old grease or food
spatters cause excessive smoking
Many factors affect baking re­
sults See Baking in your Cooking Guide for
hints, causes and corrections
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