1.) A surface burner doesn't light. |
Possible Problems :
The pilot light is out.
The gas isn't on.
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Possible solutions :
Follow the instructions for relighting the pilot on your particular range.
Call the gas company.
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2.) The pilot flame doesn't remain lighted. |
Possible Problems :
The pilot port is clogged.
The range is in a drafty place.
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Possible solutions :
Use a small wire to clean the port.
Try to prevent drafts near the range.
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3.) A burner is burning erratically. |
Possible Problems :
The burner is clogged.
There is an incorrect mixture of gas and air.
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Possible solutions :
Clean the burner ports.
Call the gas company.
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4.) The oven stops lighting. |
Possible Problems :
The oven pilot light is out.
Defective thermocouple.
The gas isn't on.
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Possible solutions :
Follow the instructions for relighting the oven pilot on your particular range.
Replace the thermocouple.
Call the gas company.
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5.) The oven heats poorly. |
Possible Problems :
An incorrect mixture of gas and air.
Defective safety thermocouple.
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Possible solutions :
Call the gas company.
Replace the thermocouple.
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6.) Things bake unevenly in the oven. |
Possible Problems :
Damaged door gasket.
Clogged exhaust vent.
Defective thermostat.
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Possible solutions :
Replace the gasket.
Clean the vent.
Call the gas company.
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7.) The oven overheats. |
Possible Problems :
An incorrect mixture of gas and air.
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Possible solutions :
Call the gas company
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8.) The burners are producing soot. |
Possible Problems :
An incorrect mixture of gas and air.
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Possible solutions :
Call the gas company.
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9.) You smell gas. |
Possible Problems :
The pilot is out.
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Possible solutions :
Ventilate the room and relight the pilot.
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10.) You smell gas. |
Possible Problems :
The gas line is leaking.
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Possible solutions :
Call the gas company.
Ventilate the room, extinguish all flames and don't turn on any electric switches.
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