How do I get my oven to start?

To get your oven to start and begin heating, whether it is Whirlpool, GE, LG, or other brands, follow these steps for electric and gas models. First, ensure oven is plugged in and power on: check if clock display is lit, if not, check breaker not tripped, and for gas, ensure gas supply valve open. Second, close oven door firmly, ovens have safety door latch that must engage, if door not fully closed, oven will not start. Third, set clock if needed: many ovens will not start bake until clock is set after power outage, press Clock button and set time. Fourth, select cooking mode: press Bake button for normal baking, or Broil, Roast, or Convection Bake if desired. Fifth, set temperature: use number pads or up and down arrows to set desired temperature, for example 350 degrees for baking, then press Start or Enter button to begin preheating, you will hear relay click and element glow red for electric or igniter glow for gas. Sixth, wait for preheat: oven will beep when it reaches temperature, usually 10 to 15 minutes. If oven still will not start, check if control lock is activated, press and hold Control Lock for 3 seconds, check if Sabbath mode on, which prevents start, and check if self-clean lock engaged. If display shows error code like F9E0 or F3E0, oven may have sensor or door lock failure and needs service.