Maytag MER8800F Owners Manual - Page 16
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The oven light is a standard 40-watt appliance bulb. Before replacing, make sure the oven and cooktop are cool and the control knobs are in the off position. To Replace: 1. Unplug range or disconnect power. Oven Light 2. Turn the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven counterclockwise to remove. 3. Turn bulb counterclockwise to remove from socket. 4. Replace bulb, then bulb cover by turning clockwise. 5. Plug in range or reconnect power. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call. www.maytag.com Operation PROBLEM Nothing will operate Cooktop will not operate Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop Cooktop cooking results not what expected Oven will not operate Convection fan not working Oven temperature too high or too low Oven indicator lights flash Display shows messages Mineral deposits are left on the oven bottom after the Clean cycle POSSIBLE CAUSES Power supply cord is unplugged. Household fuse is blown or a circuit breaker is tripped. Range is in Sabbath Mode. The control knob is set incorrectly. The range is in Demo Mode. Cookware that is not the proper size Control knob set to incorrect heat level Range is not level. The electronic oven control was set incorrectly. Delay Start was set. The oven control lockout is set. The range is in Demo Mode. Oven door is open. Oven temperature calibration needs adjustment Temperature has been changed to Fahrenheit or Celsius. Needs service (oven indicator lights are flashing) Power failure (display shows flashing time) Error code (display shows letter followed by number) Tap water was used in the Clean cycle. Range is not level. SOLUTIONS Plug into a grounded outlet. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. See "Sabbath Mode" section. Push in knob before turning to a setting. Demo Mode will deactivate the Warming Center element. See "Demo Mode" in the "Electronic Oven Controls" section. Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area, element or surface burner. Cookware should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) outside the cooking area. See "Cooktop Use" section. Level the range. See the Installation Instructions. See "Electronic Oven Controls" section. See "Cook Time" section. See the control lock keypad feature in the "Feature Guide" section. Demo Mode will deactivate all heating elements. See "Demo Mode" in the "Electronic Oven Controls" section. Close oven door. See "Convection Cooking" section. See "Oven Temperature Control" in the "Electronic Oven Controls" section. See "Fahrenheit and Celsius" in the "Electronic Oven Controls" section. See "Control Display" in the "Electronic Oven Controls" section. If the indicator light(s) keeps flashing, call for service. See cover for contact information. Clear the display. On some models, reset the clock, if needed. See "Clock" keypad feature in the "Feature Guide" section. Press the CANCEL keypad to clear the display. See "Control Display" in the "Electronic Oven Controls" section. If it reappears, call for service. See cover for contact information. Use distilled or filtered water in the Clean cycle. To remove deposits, use a cloth soaked with vinegar. Then use a cloth dampened with water to thoroughly remove any vinegar residue. Mineral deposits will collect on dry areas of the oven bottom during the Clean cycle. Level the range. See the Installation Instructions. To remove deposits, use a cloth soaked with vinegar. Then use a cloth dampened with water to thoroughly remove any vinegar residue. 16