Troubleshooting – Whirlpool GSC309 Manuel d'utilisation

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Nothing will operate

Has a household fuse blown, or has the circuit breaker
tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem
continues, call an electrician.

Is the appliance wired properly?
See Installation Instructions.

Microwave Oven will not operate

Is the door completely closed?
Firmly close door.

Is the electronic oven control set correctly?
See “Electronic Oven Control” section.

On some models, is the Control Lock set?
See “Control Lock” section.

On some models, is the Sabbath Mode set?
See “Sabbath Mode” section.

On combination oven models, is the lower oven self-
cleaning?
The upper oven will not work during the lower oven Self-
Cleaning Cycle.

Is the magnetron working properly?
Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at
100% cooking power. If water does not heat, call for service.
See “Assistance or Service” section.

Oven makes humming noise

This is normal and occurs when the transformer in the
magnetron cycles on.

Oven door looks wavy

This is normal and will not affect performance.

Turntable will not operate

Is the turntable properly in place?
Make sure turntable is correct side up and is sitting securely
on the turntable support.

Is the turntable support operating properly?
Remove turntable. Remove and replace turntable support.
Replace turntable. Place 1 cup (250 mL) of water on the
turntable, then restart oven. If it still is not working, call for
service. See “Assistance or Service” section. Do not operate
the oven without turntable and turntable support working
properly.

Turntable rotates both directions

This is normal and depends on motor rotation at beginning of
cycle.

Display shows messages

Is the display showing “PF,” “PF id=27” or “PF id=30”?
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?
Clear the display. See “Display(s)” section. If it reappears, call
for service. See “Assistance or Service” section.

Display shows time countdown, but is not operating

Is the Timer in use?
See “Timer” section.

Tones are not sounding

Are tones disabled?
See “Tones” section.

Smoke is coming from oven vent during broiling

Some smoke is normal and occurs just as in conventional
broiling.

Sparking during broiling

This is normal and occurs as fat burns off from past cooking.
Sparking will stop once fat is completely burned off.

Cooking times seem too long

Is the cooking power set properly?
See “Microwave Cooking Power” in “Microwave Oven Use”
section.

Are large amounts of food being heated?
Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times.

Is the incoming voltage less than that specified in the
“Electrical Requirements” section?
Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system of the
house.

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