Tappan electric range door locked

Hi,
Before you go working too hard to get you oven to go into the self clean mode....check out this tip...


http://www.fixya.com/support/r3969401-self_cleaning_oven_problem

heatman101

" Wish I had read this first. I never would have used the self cleaning option. Thanks for the info!! "

The gas line in your Tappan could be closed or
stucked up. Have it check.

I've seen this problem on my own oven. If yours, like mine, has a door that has a locking mechanism, the catch is most likely stuck in the locked position. The door still closes and the lever still moves (though it may be very stiff).
Take off the screws around the locking plate, manually push the catch to the open position, spray the catch VERY, VERY lightly with WD-40 and dry it thoroughly. Close the oven door and try the lever again.
At this point, it should move freely and your oven should be able to switch between LOCKED/Self-Clean Mode and UNLOCKED/Cook Mode. If it does still get stuck, you'll just has to a) try lubricating the catch a bit more or b) keep a screwdriver handy! ;)

You can use a screwdriver and a wire coat hanger to get to the latch between te slots on the door. you have to open the door to get to the scews in most cases.

try unplugging the stove for some minutes and plug back in.

push cancel on the clock control and listen for the door interlock switches to acticate and unlock the door if you hear them then wait till you hear nothing going on and see if you can open the door

hi there sounds like a faulty door interlock!!!!
have you tried just leaving the cooker on self clean as some models will lock them selfs.

what do you mean locked accidently if if the door is locked and 3hrs is on the display hit start then cancel if the door showes locked and is not (you can still open the door)push in on the door switch by hand and push cancel let me know

I have a Tappan double oven range. An older model #316065301

How do I operate the cleaning cycle? I set the start and stop times, Locked the door and switched to clean. The clean light comes on but it doesn't heat up much at all. Never locks. I have misplaced my instructions manual.

Any help would be appreciated.

Barbara
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The door lock switch may be stuck down. is there a door lock light on the panel? Otherwise I would guess your control is bad.