Oven Temperature Control - Whirlpool GW399LXUB05 Use & Care Manual

Surface burner makes popping noises
• Is the burnerwet?
Let it dry.
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 1/2"(1.3 cm) outside the cooking area.
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 range level?
Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.
Oven will not operate
• Is this the first time the oven has been used?
Turn on any one of the surface burner knobs to release air
from the gas lines.
• Is the electronic oven control set correctly?
See "Electronic Oven Control" section.
• On some models, is the Control Lockout set?
See "Control and Oven Door Lock" section.
Oven burner flames are yellow or noisy
• Is propane gas being used?
The range may have been converted improperly. Contact a
service technician or see "Assistance or Service" section.
Cooling fan runs during baking, broiling or cleaning
• It is normal for the fan to automatically run while the oven is in
use and for some time after to cool the electronic control.
Oven temperature too high or too low
• Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment?
See "Oven Temperature Control" section.
Display shows messages
• Is the display showing a flashing time?
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?
Depending on your model, press CANCEL to clear the
display. See "Display(s)" section. If it reappears, call for
service. See "Assistance or Service" section.
Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate
• Is the oven door open?
"door" will be displayed. 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 "Cook & Hold" section.
• Is the oven temperature above 400°F (205°0)?
Let the oven cool before using the self-clean cycle.
Oven cooking results not what expected
• Is the range level?
Level the range. 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 "Baking" section.
• 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 that 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.
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