Maytag MER6741BAS Use and Care Guide - Page 22

Troubleshootln9 For most concerns, try these first. , Check if oven controls have been properly set. , Check to be sure plug is securely inserted into receptacle. , Check or re-set circuit breaker. Check or replace fuse. , Check power supply. Part or all of appliance does not work. , Check if surface and/or oven controls have been properly set. See pages 5, 8 & 10. , Check if oven door is unlocked after self-clean cycle. See page 17. , Check if oven is set for a delayed cook or clean program. See pages 11 & 16. , Check if Control Lock is activated. See page 10. , Check if control is in Sabbath Mode. See page 13. Oven light and/or clock does not function. Clock, indicator words, and/or lights operate but oven does not heat. , The light bulb is loose or defective. , The oven light does not work during self-cleaning process. , Oven may be in Sabbath Mode. See page 13. , Oven may be set for a Cook & Hold or delay function. , The Control Lock may have been set. See page 10. Baking results are not as expected or differ from previous oven. Food is not broiling properly or smokes excessively. Oven will not self=clean. e Make sure the oven vent has not been blocked. See page 8 for location. e Check to make sure range is level. e Temperatures often vary between a new oven and an old one. As ovens age, the oven temperature often "drifts" and may become hotter or cooler. See page 13 for instructions on adjusting the oven temperature. Note: It is not recommended to adjust the temperature if only one or two recipes are in question. , Check oven rack positions. Food may be too close to element. , Broil element was not preheated. , Aluminum foil was incorrectly used. Never line the broiler insert with foil. , Oven doorwas closed during broiling. Leave the door open to the first stop position (about 4 inches:}. , Trim excess fat from meat before broiling. , A soiled broiler pan was used. Voltage in house may be low. Check to make sure the cycle is not set for a delayed start. See page 16. Check if door is closed. Check if control is in Sabbath Mode. See page 13. Oven may be over 400° F. Oven temperature must be below 400° F to program a clean cycle. Oven did not clean properly. Oven door will not unlock after self=clean cycle. , Longer cleaning time may be needed. , Excessive spillovers, especially sugary and/or acidic foods, were not removed prior to the self-clean cycle. Oven interior is still hot. Allow about one hour for the oven to cool after the completion of a self-clean cycle. The door can be opened when LOCK is not displayed. The control and door may be locked. See page 10. 21