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Question posted by mikebrassill on May 21st, 2013

No Bake Or Broiler

Hi I was wonderinv if you could tell me why my bake and broiler will no longer work. We have had this unit around 13 months never had a problem now the bake and broiler won't work. The burners work fine, the control panel seems to work just no bake or broiler. Thank you

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Owners Manual - Page 3

...All safety messages will follow instructions. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you how to light any appliance. • Do not touch ...alerts you to do if you and others are not followed. RANGE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others . If a gas leak is , tell you what can be killed or seriously injured if you don...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... units. ■ Top burner flame size should be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in accordance with Canadian Electrical Code. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 For self-cleaning ranges ... OF THE RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI-TIP DEVICES. Keep range area clear and free from the misuse of the cooking utensil. Remove broiler pan and...

Owners Manual - Page 6

..., when used under the broiler. 6 Remove the burner cap from the burner base and clean according to the "General Cleaning" section. Clean clogged burner ports with a straight pin as shown above. Rinse and dry thoroughly. A B A. If the burner still does not light, do not cut food on the properties of the gas tube by always using...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... circulation, affecting cooking and cleaning results. It is counting down " arrow pads. Allow 2" (5 cm) of rack. 2 Side by varying factors such as a guide. Press BAKE. The bake range can be set plastics, paper or other bakeware with leavening ingredients, such as a guide. The temperature can be changed at any time after the preheat...

Owners Manual - Page 11

...controls, do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner. SURFACE BURNERS See "Surface Burners" section. RANGE CARE General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure knobs are in dishwasher can... Part Number 31682 (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. ■ Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617: See "Assistance or Service" section to be ...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... the burner ports clogged? Try another outlet to the gas supply? Gas range noises during Bake and Broil operations Noises that can be heard when the gas valve ...problem continues, call an electrician. ■ Is the main or regulator gas shutoff valve in order to check the air/gas mixture, or see Installation Instructions. Turn on cooktop ■ Is the range level? See "Surface Burners...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... problem continues, call an electrician. 14 See "Oven Lockout" section. ■ Is the main or regulator gas ...30°F (5°C to replace it. ■ Has a household fuse been blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? See "Positioning Racks and Bakeware" section. ■ Is the proper length of the crust and/or reduce baking temperature. Broiler burner fails to release air from the gas...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

... width D. A 1/2" (1.3 cm) male pipe thread is recommended that resist the action of LP gas must be located in the system. If the cabinet depth is covered by 1/2" (13.0 mm) minimum. ® 30" (76 cm) Freestanding Gas Range PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WFG231LV Gas supply: Provide a gas supply line of 3/4" (1.9 cm) rigid pipe to the appliance pressure regulator. upper cabinet...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... and service must not exceed 3 feet. 2 This symbol alerts you to do if you cannot reach your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you smell gas" instructions. If a gas leak is , tell you how to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch. • Do not use...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... cm) beyond the bottom of the broiler door. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and...gas supply connection must provide complete enclosure of the sides and rear of the range. ■ To eliminate the risk of flooring may require longer...units, cabinet storage space located above the surface units should be avoided. Model/serial rating plate location ■ The range...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... rigid gas pipe. E. 30¹&#...8260;₈" (76.5 cm) min. G. H. 2" (5.1 cm) min. This oven has been designed in a mobile home, it conforms to the floor during transit. cabinet opening width F. When such standard is covered by ½" (13.0 mm) minimum. IMPORTANT: If installing a range hood or microwave hood combination above the range, follow the range...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... be conducted according to whether the metal chassis of the range is grounded. See "Gas Conversions" section. This range is equipped with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. latest edition. The model/serial rating plate located behind the broiler door on the left-hand side oven door frame has information on the types of...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... metal tubing when moving the range. Gas Supply Pressure Testing Gas supply pressure for Canada). A smaller size pipe on longer runs may be used . ...gas supply. Do not block access to the range location. Gas Supply Line ■ Provide a gas supply line of ¾" (1.9 cm) rigid pipe to shutoff valve. To range †®TEFLON is for elevations up to 2,000 ft (609.6 m). Burner...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...in a mobile home, you must be used to connect the range to the range. Make Gas Connection WARNING C A D E F G A. A. Union ...broiler door. Use a wrench or pliers to engage the anti-tip bracket. 10. Rear leveling leg A. Front leveling leg 9. If installing the range in the "Location Requirements" section. 12. Apply pipe-joint compound made for use with LP gas to the gas...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... positioned. Align notches in burner caps with pins in the gas supply line. WARNING IMPORTANT: Do not remove the gas pressure regulator. 2. Place rack in oven. 2. The valve is open when the handle is installed: ■ Look for satisfactory baking performance. 9 Do not remove ground prong. tip bracket. Close the broiler door. Check that rear...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

... 5-minute test as outlined above. ■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is properly adjusted. 6. If the flame needs adjusting: 1. Screws C. When the flame has been properly adjusted, turn the oven off the range and check that you purchased your tools. 3. Close the broiler door. Locate the air shutter near the rear...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

..., and authorized service personnel. Turn manual shutoff valve to rear range foot. Gas supply line 4. Open broiler door and remove broiler pan. Securely tighten all gas connections. To Convert Gas Pressure Regulator WARNING 1. Install a shut-off valve. A. Gas pressure regulator IMPORTANT: Do not remove the gas pressure regulator. Cap 3. Connect anti-tip bracket to the...

Installation Instructions - Page 13

... "LO" setting for properly connecting the range to complete this procedure. 13 To Convert Surface Burners 1. Open the oven door and remove oven racks, oven tray, flame spreader and set aside. 2. Burner C. Oven burner B. Standard burner - Center burner - LP gas orifice spud number 78 E. Standard burner - Complete Conversion 1. Checking for top burners in plastic parts bag along with...

Installation Instructions - Page 14

... To Convert Gas Pressure Regulator 1. The gas pressure regulator is stamped "132" and one is located in the back right hand corner of the broiler compartment. Remove burner grate, burner caps and burners. Burner cap B. Center burner 2. NOTE: Do not remove the spring beneath the cap. 2. Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the range is visible. A. To range B. Manual shutoff...

Installation Instructions - Page 15

... oven burner air shutter. 3. A. Place LP gas oven burner spud in the parts bag for future use and keep with the range. A C D B E A. Natural gas orifice spud number 132 C. Open the oven door and remove oven racks, oven tray, flame spreader and set aside. 2. Refer to the "Complete Installation" section to 0.13 cm) long. Close the broiler door...

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