Magic Chef CER3725AGW Assembly instructions

CER3725AGW
CER4351AGW
16026839
Replaces16026308
January 2006
©2006 Maytag Services
Freestanding
Electric Range
Export
This Base Manual covers general information
Refer to individual Technical Sheet
for information on specific models
This manual includes, but is
not limited to the following:
Service
This manual is to be used by qualified appliance
technicians only. Maytag does not assume any
responsibility for property damage or personal
injury for improper service procedures done by
an unqualified person.

2 16026839 © 2006 Maytag Services
Pride and workmanship go into every product to provide our customers with quality products. It is possible, however,
that during its lifetime a product may require service. Products should be serviced only by a qualified service
technician who is familiar with the safety procedures required in the repair and who is equipped with the proper tools,
parts,testing instrumentsandthe appropriate serviceinformation. IT IS THE TECHNICIANS RESPONSIBILITY TO
REVIEW ALLAPPROPRIATE SERVICE INFORMATION BEFORE BEGINNING REPAIRS.
Important Notices for Servicers and Consumers
!WARNING
Toavoidrisk of severe personalinjuryordeath,disconnectpowerbeforeworking/servicing on appliancetoavoid
electrical shock.
To locate an authorized servicer, please consult your telephone book or the dealer from whom you purchased this
product. For further assistance, please contact:
Customer Service Support Center
CAIRCenter
Web Site TelephoneNumber
WWW.MAYTAG.COM ............................................. 1-800-688-9900
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, and Labels
DANGER!
DANGER—ImmediatehazardswhichWILL resultinseverepersonalinjuryordeath.
WARNING!
WARNING—HazardsorunsafepracticeswhichCOULDresultinseverepersonalinjuryordeath.
CAUTION!
CAUTION—HazardsorunsafepracticeswhichCOULDresultinminorpersonalinjury,productorproperty
damage.
Important Information

© 2006 Maytag Services 16026839 3
Table of Contents
ImportantInformation ................................................... 2
ImportantSafetyInformation
SafetyPracticesforServicer.................................... 4
Servicing .................................................................. 4
ElectricalRequirements ........................................... 5
ExtensionCord ........................................................ 5
ReceivingOven ........................................................ 5
UsingtheOven ........................................................ 5
Baking,Broiling,andRoasting ................................. 5
SurfaceCookingUnits ............................................. 6
Ovens ....................................................................... 6
Self-CleaningOvens ................................................ 6
Glass/Ceramic CookingSurfaces ............................ 6
VentilatingHoods ..................................................... 6
Precautions ............................................................. 6
Product Safety Devices ........................................... 6
GeneralInformation
CookingNomenclature ............................................. 7
Specifications .......................................................... 8
PlacementoftheOven ............................................. 8
Do Not Block Air Vents ............................................ 8
LocationofModelNumber........................................ 8
GroundingInstructions ............................................. 8
ModelIdentification .................................................. 8
Service ..................................................................... 8
Parts and Accessories............................................. 8
ExtendedServicePlan............................................. 8
RangeDescription ................................................... 9
TroubleshootingProcedures....................................... 10
TestingProcedures
ComponentTestingProcedures............................. 12
QuickTestMode .................................................... 14
DisassemblyProcedures
RemovingandReplacingOven .............................. 16
MaintopAssembly.................................................. 16
ControlPanel ......................................................... 16
ControlBoardAssembly ........................................ 16
Infinite Switch ........................................................ 16
IndicatorLights ...................................................... 16
RockerSwitch........................................................ 16
OvenSensor .......................................................... 16
BakeElement......................................................... 16
BroilElement.......................................................... 17
RibbonElements .................................................... 17
OvenDoorRemoval ............................................... 17
OvenDoorHingeReceiver .................................... 17
SidePanelRemoval ............................................... 17
Backguard ............................................................. 17
StorageDrawerRemoval ....................................... 17
StorageDrawerTrackRemoval ............................. 17
OvenLightAssembly ............................................. 18
DoorDisassembly.................................................. 18
AppendixA
InstallationInstructions..........................................A-2
AppendixB
Use and Care Instructions ....................................B-2
Care and Cleaning Instructions ............................B-6

4 16026839 © 2006 Maytag Services
WARNING!
In Case of Fire
Fires can occur as a result of over cooking or excessive
grease.Though a fire is unlikely, proceed as follows:
Surface Element Fires
1. Smotherfirewitha nonflammable lid/bakingsoda,
or use a ClassABC or BC extinguisher. Not
water,saltorflour.
2. As soon as it is safe to do so, turn the surface
controlsto "OFF."
Oven Fires
1. Donotopentheovendoor.
2. Turn all controls to the OFF position.
3. As an added precaution turn off the electricity at
the main circuit breaker or fuse box.
4. Turnonventtoremovesmoke.
5. Allow the food or grease to burn itself out in the
oven.
6. If smoke and fire persist, call the local fire
department.
7. If there is any damage to components, call an
authorizedservicerbeforeusingrange.
To avoidrisk ofproperty damageor personal injury,do
not obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air to
the oven.
To avoid risk of electrical shock, serious personal injury
ordeath:Verifytheovenhas been properly grounded
andalways disconnecttheelectrical supplybefore
servicingthis unit.
Safety Practices for Servicer
Safeand satisfactoryoperation ofelectricalranges
dependsupon itsdesign andproperinstallation.
Servicing
Listedbelow aresome generalprecautionsand safety
practices which should be followed in order to protect
the service technician and consumer during service and
afterservice has beencompleted.
1. Check range when service is complete—After
servicing, make visual checks on electrical
connection.Inform consumer ofthecondition of range
beforeleaving.
2. Adhere to all local regulations and codes when
performing service.
Recognize this symbol as a safety precaution.
!
WARNING
!
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly,
a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage,personalinjury or death.
There can be a risk of injury or electrical shock while
performingservices or repairs. Injury orelectrical
shock can be serious or even fatal. Consequently,
extremecautionshould be takenwhen performing
voltagechecks on individual componentsof aproduct.
The electrical power supply shouldALWAYS be
disconnectedwhenservicing a product.
Thisappliancemust be properly grounded. Neverplug
in or direct-wire an appliance unless it is properly
groundedand in accordancewith alllocal andnational
codes. See "Installation Instructions" that accompany
theproductfortheappropriategrounding procedures.
GROUNDPATHSPECIFICATIONS:
Ground PathResistance: 0.1 ohms maximum
InsulationResistance: 250k ohms minimum
WARNING!
To avoid risk of electrical shock, property damage,
personalinjury or death;verify wiringiscorrect, if
componentswere replaced. Verifyproperandcomplete
operationofunitafterservicing.
Thisappliance containsor producesachemical or
chemicals which are known to the state of California to
causecancer, birth defectsorother reproductive harm.
To reduce the risk from substances in the fuel or from
fuel combustion, make sure this appliance is installed,
operated,and maintained accordingto theinstructions
in this manual.
TOREDUCETHERISKOFTIPPING OF THE
RANGE,THE RANGE MUSTBE SECUREDBY
PROPERLYINSTALLEDANTI-TIPDEVICES.
Important Safety Information

© 2006 Maytag Services 16026839 5
Electrical Requirements
400/230–volt, 3–Phase, 50/60 Hertz, 16 amp per phase,
individual circuit which is properly grounded, polarized
and protected by a circuit breaker or fuse.
Extension Cord
Due to possible pinching during installation, extension
cords should not be used on products.
Receiving Oven
• Authorized servicer must install the range, in
accordance with the Installation Instructions.
Adjustmentsand serviceshould beperformedonly by
authorizedservicer.
• Plugrange intoa400/230–volt, five–wire grounded
outlet only. Do not remove round grounding prong
from the plug. If in doubt about grounding of the home
electrical system, it is the consumers responsibility
andobligation tohave anungrounded outlet replaced
with a properly grounded three-prong outlet in
accordance with the National Electrical Code. Do not
use an extension cord with this appliance.
• Insure all packing materials are removed from the
range before operating it, to prevent fire or smoke
damageshould thepacking materialignite.
•With prolonged use of a range, high floor
temperatures could result. Many floor coverings will not
be able to withstand this kind of use. Never install
rangeover vinyltileor linoleumthat cannotwithstand
hightemperatures. Neverinstallrange directly over
carpeting.
Using the Oven
• Donot leave childrenalone orunattended wherea
range is hot or in operation. They could be seriously
burned.
• Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the
door.They coulddamagethe range andcause severe
personalinjury.
• Wearproper apparel. Loosefitting orhanging garments
shouldneverbe worn whenusing oven. Flammable
material could ignite if brought in contact with hot oven
surfaceswhich maycause severeburns.
• Never use rangefor warmingor heatingaroom. This
may cause burns, injuries, or a fire.
• Do not use water on grease fires.
• Do not let grease or other flammable materials collect
inor around range.
• Do not repair or replace any part of range unless it is
recommendedin thismanual.
• Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders
used on hot surfaces may result in a burn from steam.
Do not use a towel or a bulky cloth as a potholder.
• Neverleaverangeunattendedwhilecooking. Boilovers
can cause smoking and may ignite.
• Only certain types of glass/ceramic, earthenware, or
other glazed utensils are suitable for oven use.
Unsuitable utensils may break due to sudden
temperaturechange.
• Usecare whenopening ovendoor. Let hotairor steam
escapebeforeremoving or replacing food.
• Donot heat unopenedfood containersinoven.
Buildup of pressure may cause a container to burst and
result in injury.
• Keeprange vent ductsunobstructed.
• Place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool.
If a rack must be moved while oven is hot, use a dry
potholder.
• Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottom or racks.
Aluminum foil can cause a fire and will seriously affect
bakingresults, anddamageto porcelainsurfaces.
• Donot touchinterior surfacesof ovenduring or
immediately after use. Do not let clothing or other
flammable materials come in contact with bake or broil
elements.
• Otherareas of the oven can become hotenough to
cause burns, such as vent openings, window, oven
doorand oven racks.
• To avoid steam burns, do not use a wet sponge or cloth
to wipe up spills on hot cooking area.
• Do not store combustible or flammable materials, such
asgasoline or other flammable vaporsand liquidsnear
orinoven.
• Do not clean oven door gasket located on back of the
door. Gasket is necessary to seal the oven and can be
damaged as a result of rubbing or being moved.
• Do not drape towels or any materials on oven door
handles. These items may ignite causing a fire.
CAUTION
!
Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets
aboverange.Children may climb onoven to reach
these items and become seriously injured.
Baking, Broiling, and Roasting
• Donot use oven area for storage.
• Standback from range when opening a hotoven door.
Hot air or steam can cause burns to hands, face, and
eyes.
• Use only glass cookware appropriate for use in electric
ovens.
• Alwaysremovebroiler pan from ovenwhenfinished
broiling. Grease left in pan can catch fire if oven is used
withoutremoving grease fromthe broiler pan.
• Make sure broiler pan is placed correctly to reduce any
possibility of grease fires.
• Should a grease fire occur in the broiler pan, turn off
oven,and keepoven doorclosed untilfire burnsout.
Important Safety Information

6 16026839 © 2006 Maytag Services
Surface Cooking Units
1. UseProperPan Size—This appliance is equipped
with one or more surface units of different size. Select
utensilshaving flatbottoms largeenough tocover the
surfaceunit heatingelement. Theuse ofundersized
utensils will expose a portion of the heating element
to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing.
Properrelationship of utensil to burner will also
improveefficiency.
2. NeverLeaveSurfaceUnitsUnattended—Boilover
causes smoking/greasy spillovers that may ignite.
3. Make Sure Reflector Pans or Drip BowlsAre In
Place—Absenceof these pans or bowls during
cooking may subject wiring or components
underneathtodamage.
4. ProtectiveLiners—Do not use aluminum foil to line
ovenbottom. Improperinstallation of these liners may
result in a risk of electrical shock or fire.
5. Glazed Cooking Utensils—Do not use glass, ceramic,
earthwareor otherglazed utensils.They candamage
or break smoothtop due to sudden change in
temperature.
6. UtensilHandlesShouldbe Turned Inwardand Not
ExtendOverAdjacent Surface Units—Toreducethe
risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and
spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil,
thehandle of a utensil should be turned inward, and
doesnot extend over adjacent surface units.
7. DoNot SoakRemovable Heating Elements—Heating
elements should never be immersed in water.
Ovens
1. UseCare When Opening Door—Let hot air or steam
escapebeforeremoving or replacing food.
2. DoNotHeatUnopenedFood Containers—Buildup of
pressure may cause container to burst and result in
injury.
3. KeepOven VentDuctsUnobstructed.
4. PlacementofOven Racks—Always place oven racks
in desired location while oven is cool. If rack is
removedwhile ovenis hot,do not let potholder
contacthot heating element in oven.
Self-Cleaning Ovens
1. DoNot Clean Door Gasket—The door gasket is
essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not
to rub, damage or move the gasket.
2. DoNot UseOven Cleaners—No commercialoven
cleaneror oven liner protective coating of any kind
should be used in or around any part of the oven.
3. Clean Only Parts Listed in Manual.
4. BeforeSelf-Cleaningthe Oven—Remove broiler pan
andother utensils.
Important Safety Information
Glass/Ceramic Cooking Surfaces
1. DoNot Cook on Broken Cooktop—If cooktop should
break,cleaning solutions and spillovers may
penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of
electric shock. Contact a qualified technician
immediately.
2. CleanCooktop with Caution—Ifa wetsponge or cloth
is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be
careful to avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can
product nosious fumes if applied to a hot surface.
Ventilating Hoods
1. CleanVentilatingHoods Frequently—Greaseshould
not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
2. Whenflaming foods underthe hood, turn the fan off.
Thefan, if operating, may spread the flame.
Precautions
• Do not cook food directly on range top surface, always
usecookware.
• Donot mix household cleaning products. Chemical
mixtures may interact with hazardous results.
• Do not put plastic items on warm cooking areas.
• Do not slide rough objects across range top surface.
• Donot leave fat heating unless you remain nearby.Fat
can ignite if overheated by spilling onto hot surfaces.
• Do not allow pots to boil dry as this can cause damage
to cooking surface and pan.
• Do not use range top surface as a cutting board.
Product Safety Devices
Safetydevicesand features have beenengineered into
the product to protect consumer and servicer. Safety
devicesmust never be removed, bypassed,or altered in
such a manner as to defeat the purpose for which they
wereintended.
Grounded Oven Frame Groundprongon power
cord is connected to the
frame,usuallya green
leadfastened by a
screw.Any part or
componentcapableof
conductingan electric
currentis grounded by
its mounting.
Ifanygroundwire,
screw, strap, nut, etc. is
removedforservice,it
must be reconnected to
its original position with
originalfastenerbefore
the range is put into
operation.Failureto do
so can create a possible
shockhazard.

© 2006 Maytag Services 16026839 7
Thismanual contains informationneeded byauthorized
service technicians to install and service electric ranges.
Theremay be, however,somepartswhich need further
explanation.Refer to the Installation Instructions, Use
andCare,Technical Sheets or the toll-free technical
supportline.
Thismanual provides basic instructions and suggestions
forhandling, installingand servicing electric ranges.
Thedirections, information, and warnings in this manual
aredeveloped from experience and carefultesting of the
product. If the unit is installed according to this manual, it
willoperate properly and will require minimal servicing.A
unitin proper operating order ensures the consumer all
thebenefits provided by clean, modern electric cooking.
General Information
Cooking Nomenclature
C E R 3 7 2 5 A G W
Brand
A Amana
C Magic Chef
G Graffer &
Sattler
H Hardwick
J Jenn-Air
M Maytag
N Norge
U Universal
Y Crosley
Product Type
A Accessory/Cartridge
C Cooktop Updraft/Countertop
D Downdraft Cooktop or Warming Drawer
E Eyelevel Range
G Grill
L Range (20")
M Range (36")
P Drop In (24")
Q Wall Oven (27")
R Range, Free-Standing (30")
S Slide-In (30")
T Range Hood
V OTR
W Wall Oven
Y RV Range
Z RV Top
Fuel
B Butane
D Dual Fuel
E/J Electric
G Gas, Natural
L Liquid Propane
M Microwave
P Standing Pilot
X No Fuel
W Warming Drawer
Listing
A UL/AGA
C CSA/CGA/CUL
D Dual Listed
G 220-240 V / 50-60 Hz
M Military Model
P PSB Approved
(Singapore)
X Export 120 V / 60 Hz
Feature Content
1000-3999 Brands
4000-6999 Maytag/Amana
7000-9999 Jenn Air
Production Code
This identifies the
production version.
Color
A Almond on Almond
B Black
C Brushed Chrome
H Traditional White
L Traditional Almond
P Prostyle
Q Monochromatic Bisque
S Stainless
T Traditional Bisque
W White on White
F Frost White (True Color White)
N Natural Bisque (True Color Bisque)

8 16026839 © 2006 Maytag Services
Specifications
RefertoindividualTechnicalSheetfor specification
information.
Placement of the Oven
Thisfreestanding range must be placed in the kitchen or
comparableroom. All safety guidelines must be followed
and free air flow around the range is essential.
Do Not BlockAir Vents
All air vents must be kept clear during cooking. If air
ventsarecoveredduringoperation,theovenmay
overheat. Ifthis occurs, a sensitive, thermal safety device
automaticallyremovespowerto the oven, renderingthe
oveninoperable. The oven will remain in this state until it
hassufficiently cooled.
Location of Model Number
To requestservice information orreplacement parts,the
servicecenter will require the completemodel, serial, and
manufacturingnumberofyourfreestandingrange.The
numbercan be foundon the oven chassis behindthe
servicedrawer. Opentheservicedrawer to viewthe data.
Model
Number
General Information
Grounding Instructions
Thisappliance must be grounded. Ifan electrical short
circuit occurs, grounding reduces the risk of electric
shockby providingan escapewire for the electric current.
Thecord for this appliance hasa grounding wire with a
grounding plug. Put the plug into an outlet that is properly
installedandgrounded.
WARNING
!
To avoid risk of electric shock, personal injury or death,
usegroundingplugproperly.
Ask a qualified electrician if you do not understand the
groundinginstructionsor if youwonder whether the
applianceisproperlygrounded.
Keep the electrical power cord dry and do not pinch or
crush it in any way.
Forapermanently connected appliance:This appliance
mustbe connected to a grounded, metallic, permanent
wiringsystem, or anequipment grounding conductor
should be run with the circuit conductors and connected
tothe equipment groundingterminal or lead on the
appliance.
WARNING
!
Attachingadapter ground terminalto wall receptacle
coverscrew does notground appliance unlessthe
cover screw is metal and not insulated, and wall
receptacleisgrounded through thehouse wiring.
Consumershould have circuitchecked by aqualified
electriciantoverify receptacle isproperly grounded.
Model Identification
Completeenclosedregistration card andpromptly return.
If registration card is missing:
• For Maytag product call 1-800-688-9900 or visit the
Web Site at www.maytag.com
When contacting provide product information located on
ratingplate.Record the following:
ModelNumber: ___________________
ManufacturingNumber: ___________________
Serialor S/N Number: ___________________
Dateofpurchase: ___________________
Dealer’snameand address: ___________________
Service
Keepa copy of sales receipt for future reference or in
casewarranty service isrequired.To locatean authorized
servicer:
• For Maytag product call 1-800-688-9900 or visit the
Web Site at www.maytag.com
Warranty service must be performed by an authorized
servicer. Wealso recommendcontacting an authorized
servicer,if serviceis required afterwarranty expires.
Parts and Accessories
Purchasereplacement parts andaccessories over the
phone.Toorderaccessories for your product call:
• For Maytag product call 1-800-462-9824 or visit the
Web Site at www.maytag.com
Extended Service Plan
We offer long-term service protection for this new range.
• Dependability PlusSM Extended Service Plan is
speciallydesigned tosupplement Maytag’sstrong
warranty. This plan covers parts, labor, and travel
charges. Call 1-800-925-2020 for information.

© 2006 Maytag Services 16026839 9
Range Description
Light Switch
Clock
Infinite Switches
Surface
Elements
Surface
Indicator Lights
Serial Plate
Oven Door
Door Handle
Oven Racks
Broil Element
Bake Element
Service
Drawer
Door Hinges
Infinite Switches
Surface
Elements

Troubleshooting Procedures
!
WARNING
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to range before servicing, unless
testing requires power.
10 16026839
© 2006 Maytag Services
Problem Possible Cause Correction
No bake element operation
Open bake element........................................
.
Loose wire connection or broken wire ...........
.
•Check element for continuity,
replace if failed.
•Verify all connections are clean
and tight, replace broken wire.
No broil element operation
Open broil element.........................................
.
Loose wire connection or broken wire ...........
.
•Check element for continuity,
replace if failed.
•Verify all connections are clean
and tight, replace broken wire.
Oven not operating
Programming error.........................................
.
Power outage.................................................
.
•Shut off power to range for five
minutes by switching circuit
breaker off. Reset circuit breaker
and try oven again.
•Verify power is present at unit.
Verify that the circuit breaker is
not tripped.
•Replace household fuse, but do
not fuse capacity.
Clock and timer not working
Power outage.................................................
.
•Verify power is present at unit.
Verify that the circuit breaker is
not tripped.
•Replace household fuse, but do
not fuse capacity.
•Refer to Use and Care Manual
“Operating Instructions,” if
continues contact service.
Oven light does not operate
Failed oven lamp............................................
.
Failed wiring...................................................
.
Failed light socket ..........................................
.
•Check lamp and replace is
necessary.
•Check for broken, loose or dirty
connections.
•Check light socket for continuity.
Self-clean cycle not working
Programming error.........................................
.
•Shut off power to oven for five
minutes by switching off circuit
breaker. Reset circuit breaker
and try oven again.
Oven door will not unlock
Oven is self-cleaning......................................
.
Oven is still hot...............................................
.
•Allow cycle to complete.
•Will not unlock until unit has
cooled to safe temperature. Do
not force door open, this will void
warranty. Blow cool air on door
latch area to quicken process.
Oven smokes/odor first few
times of usage
Normal............................................................
.
•Minor smoking or order is normal
the first few times of oven usage.
•Ventilate area well and perform
self-clean cycle.
Failure Codes Electronically Controlled ................................
.
•Refer to specific Technical Sheet
for diagnostic checks.

Troubleshooting Procedures
!
WARNING
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to range before servicing, unless
testing requires power.
© 2006 Maytag Services 16026839 11
Problem Possible Cause Correction
Surface element does not
heat
Open element .................................................
Loose wire connection or broken wire............
Failed infinite switch........................................
•Check element for continuity,
replace if failed.
•Verify all connections are clean
and tight, replace broken wiring.
•Check infinite switch, replace if
failed.
Frequent cycling of surface
element or warming zone
Normal ............................................................ •Element cycles to maintain
proper heat and to prevent
damage to cooking surface.

Component Testing Procedures
!WARNING
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury or death; disconnect power to range before servicing, unless
testing requires power.
12 16026839
© 2006 Maytag Services
Illustration Component Test Procedure Results
Oven light socket Remove one wire from receptacle
and test resistance of terminals............
.
Measure voltage at oven light..............
.
Indicates continuity with bulb
inserted.
220 - 240 VAC, see wiring
diagram for terminal identification.
If voltage is not present at oven
light, check wiring or light
switches.
L2
L1
H2
P
H1
1
2
3
4
5
Push-to-turn infinite switch Connect Volt-ohms meter to
H1 and H2.
Measure the following for voltages at
LO, MED, HI:
H1 to H2 .......................................
.
Approximate
Time On Time Off
LO 5% 95%
MED (4-5) 35% 65%
HI 100% 0%
220 - 240 VAC. If not, replace
switch.
Step-down transformer
WHITE
RE
D
BLACK
STEP-DOWN TRANSFORMER SCHEMATIC
220/240 VOLT
PRIMARY 2
110/220 VOLT
SECONDARY
3
1
Measure voltage:
Primary terminals..........................
.
Secondary terminals.....................
.
220 - 240 volts
110 - 120 volts
Bake element Measure voltage at bake element........
.
Disconnect wire leads to element and
measure resistance of terminals..........
.
220 - 240 VAC, see wiring
diagram for terminal identification.
If voltage is not present at bake
element, check wiring.
Approximately 21.7 Ω.
Broil element Measure voltage at broil element.........
.
Disconnect wire leads to element and
measure resistance of terminals..........
.
220 - 240 VAC, see wiring
diagram for terminal identification.
If voltage is not present at broil
element, check wiring.
Approximately 18.7 Ω.
Ribbon element
1200W
Measure voltage at coil element...........
.
Disconnect wire leads to element and
measure resistance of terminals..........
.
220 - 240 VAC, see wiring
diagram for terminal identification.
If voltage is not present at
element, check wiring.
Approximately 44 to 49 Ω.
Ribbon element
2500W
Measure voltage at coil element...........
.
Disconnect wire leads to element and
measure resistance of terminals..........
.
220 - 240 VAC, see wiring
diagram for terminal identification.
If voltage is not present at
element, check wiring.
Approximately 21 to 24 Ω.
Oven indicator light
and
Surface indicator light
Measure voltage at indicator light.........
.
If voltage is present and light
does not work, replace light.
If voltage is not present at
indicator light, check wiring.
Rocker switch Measure continuity of switch
positions:
Closed..............................................
.
Open ................................................
.
Continuity
Infinite
Oven temperature sensor Measure resistance..............................
.
Approximately 1050 to 1100 Ωat
room temperature 80° F.

Component Testing Procedures
!WARNING
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury or death; disconnect power to range before servicing, unless
testing requires power.
© 2006 Maytag Services 16026839 13
Illustration Component Test Procedure Results
NSC Controlled Oven Temperature
Adjustment Press Bake pad. Enter 550 on the digit-pad.
Immediately press and hold Bake pad
for 3 to 5 seconds.
Oven can be adjusted from -35 to +35
degrees in 5-degree increments by
pressing Up or Down Arrow pads. To
avoid over adjusting the oven, move
temperature 5 degrees each time.
Wait 4 seconds for the data entry timer
to expire to accept the change.
Temperature adjustment will be
retained even through a power failure.
While increasing or decreasing oven
temperature, this does not affect self-
cleaning temperature.
NSC Controlled Keypad Lockout Press and hold Cancel and Timer
pads for 3 to 5 seconds. Press Up
or Down Arrow pads to change.
This mode disables keypad input to deter
against accidental keypad entries.
NSC Controlled Temperature Display Press and hold Cancel and Bake
pads for 3 to 5 seconds. Press Up
or Down Arrow pads to change.
This mode enables the user to indicate
°F or °C on the display.
NSC Controlled Sabbath Mode Hold Clock pad for 3 to 5 seconds to
activate Sabbath mode.
Hold Clock pad for 3 to 5 seconds to
disable Sabbath mode.
Desired bake function must be
initiated before entering Sabbath
mode.
"SAb" flashes for 5 seconds, then
remains on until timed-out or cancelled.
The status "SAb" is NOT fault code 5A6.
All pad inputs are disabled except for
CANCEL and CLOCK pads.
This mode disables the normal 12 hour
shutoff to allow operation of the bake
mode for a maximum of 72 hours.
The oven light is not disabled.
NSC Controlled Twelve Hour Off Control will automatically cancel any
cooking operation and remove all
relay drives 12 hours after the last pad
touch.
See Sabbath mode to disable.
NSC Controlled Diagnostic Code
Display Press and hold Up Arrow pad for 3 to 5 seconds when applying power to the
unit.
Cycle through the codes using the Up
or Down Arrow pads.
The last 5 diagnostic codes will be stored
in the non-volatile memory.
See "Description of Error Codes" for
explanation.
NSC Controlled One-Watt Standby
Mode Press and hold Cancel and Down Arrow pads for 3 to 5 seconds. After 15 idle minutes, the control automatically enters this mode. The LED
display remains active.

Component Testing Procedures
!WARNING
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury or death; disconnect power to range before servicing, unless
testing requires power.
14 16026839
© 2006 Maytag Services
"Quick Test" Mode for Non-Self Clean Control
Follow procedure below to use the quick test mode. Entries must be made within 32 seconds of each other or the
control will exit the quick test mode.
1. Press and hold Cancel and Broil keypads for 3 to 5 seconds within 5 minutes of applying power.
2. Once the control has entered the "Quick Test" mode, release both keypads.
3. Press each of the following keypads indicated in the table below.
NOTE: Press the keypad once to activate the response.
Press the keypad a second time to deactivate the response.
Display will indicate the following:
Keypad Operation
[Bake] Bake relay activated
[Broil] Broil relay activated
[Timer] DLB relay activated
[Clock]
Alternate between ODD
LED SEGMENTS and
EVEN LED
SEGMENTS on each
key press
[Up Arrow] EEPROM version
number
[Down Arrow] Code version number
[Cancel] Exit Factory Test Mode
Description of Error Codes
Error diagnostic codes can only be viewed by entering the Diagnostic Code Display Mode.
Each error code consists of four digits and each digit is described in the following table.
Digit Description
1st Primary System: 1 – Local to the control circuit board
3 – Sensor and/or meat probe
4 – Control input
2nd Measurable: d – Diagnostic: measurable parameter
c – Control related, replace control
3rd Secondary System: Sequential numbering
4th Oven Cavity: 1 – Oven
c – Control specific

Component Testing Procedures
!WARNING
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury or death; disconnect power to range before servicing, unless
testing requires power.
© 2006 Maytag Services 16026839 15
Diagnostic Code Checking
Code Description When Checked Detection
1c1c Shorted key Always 1 minute
1c31 Cancel key circuit problem Always 1 minute
1c4c Micro communication failure Serial communications 5 tries
1c5c Vcc or ground Cook active 1 minute
1c6c EEPROM error Cook active 5 tries
1c7c Control not calibrated Always 5 seconds
1c8c Cooking program error Cook active 5 tries
1d11 Runaway temp Always 5 seconds
3d11 Sensor open Cook active 5 seconds
3d21 Sensor shorted Cook active 5 seconds
Diagnostic Code Handling
Code Measurable What is Displayed Action Taken By Control
1c1c Keypress Nothing Disables affected key Disables audible for affected key
depression
1c31 Cancel key input, A/D out of range Nothing Disables all outputs 1
1c4c Checksum invalid Nothing Disables all outputs 1
1c5c Vcc/ground at test point Nothing No action
1c6c EEPROM error Nothing Disables all outputs 1
1c7c Calibration value out of range Nothing No action
1d11 Sensor resistance > 640° F
(337° C) Nothing Return to idle; disables all outputs 1
3d11 Sensor resistance BAKE flashes 2Disables all cooking functions
3d21 Sensor resistance BAKE flashes 2Disables all cooking functions
NOTES:
1"Action Taken" applies as long as the condition exists. If the condition clears, the control recovers.
2Flash rate: 0.2 seconds on, 0.1 second off. Pressing any key clears the display until the fault clears and is re-triggered.

16 16026839 © 2006 Maytag Services
WARNING
!To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury or
death; disconnect power to unit before servicing,
unless testing requires power.
Disassembly Procedures
Infinite Switch
1. Remove control panel, see "Control Panel" procedure
for removal.
2. Label and disconnect wire terminals from infinite
switch.
3. Remove knob on infinite switch being replaced.
4. Remove screws in front securing infinite switch to
control panel.
5. Reverse procedure to reinstall infinite switch.
Indicator Lights
1. Remove control panel, see "Control Panel" procedure
for removal.
2. Label and disconnect wire terminals from indicator
light.
3. Slide indicator light while holding the lens from the
front to release from control panel.
4. Reverse procedure to reinstall indicator light.
Rocker Switch
1. Remove control panel, see "Control Panel" procedure
for removal.
2. Label and disconnect wire terminals from rocker
switch.
3. Squeeze tabs on rocker switch and push outward to
release from control panel.
4 . Reverse procedure to reinstall indicator light.
Oven Sensor
1. Disconnect power before servicing.
2. Open oven door and remove screws securing sensor
to oven cavity.
NOTE: Gently pull wiring through cavity wall.
3. Disconnect oven sensor at the connector terminal
and remove.
4. Reverse procedure to reinstall sensor.
NOTE: Verify connection is pushed through the
insulation.
Oven Sensor
Bake Element
1. Turn power off.
2. Remove screws securing bake element to rear of
oven wall.
3. Pull element forward to allow disconnection of
terminals on each element leg.
4. Reverse procedure to reinstall bake element.
Removing and Replacing Oven
1. Turn off power to the oven at the circuit breaker.
2. Pull the oven forward out of the cabinet opening.
3. Disconnect or unplug the power cord leading from
unit to fuse box or junction box depending on unit.
4. Replace the oven using the installation instructions
and anti-tip bracket(s).
Maintop Assembly
1. Turn power off.
2. Open oven door and remove screws securing
maintop to oven chassis, located on the outside
edges of the maintop.
3. Raise the front edge of the maintop and pull forward
approximately6-inches.
4. Label and disconnect wire terminal plugs from the
maintop assembly.
5. Lift maintop assembly from the oven chassis.
6. Reverse procedure to reinstall maintop assembly.
Control Panel
1. Remove maintop assembly, see "MaintopAssembly"
procedure.
2. Remove screws securing control panel heat shield.
3. Remove screws securing bottom outside edges of the
control panel.
4. Pull unit out from the wall far enough to allow the
back outside screws to be loosened.
5. Loosen the back outside screws securing control
panel to backguard.
6. Grasp front lower outside edges of the control panel
and push inward on the outside edges of the
backguard to release the control panel front.
NOTE: Front edges of the control panel are difficult to
release from backguard.
7. Once the control panel bottom edges are free, pull
control panel forward and raise the control panel
upward to release from screws securing top back
edges and allow control panel to tip forward.
8. Remove infinite switch control knobs, infinite
switches, indicator lights, rocker switches, and
electronic control/clock (as necessary) and transfer
the new control panel.
9. Reverse procedure to reinstall control panel.
Control Board Assembly
1. Remove control panel, see “Control Panel”
procedure, steps 1 through 6.
2. Remove screws securing control board bracket to
control panel.
3. Label and disconnect terminal plug from control board
assembly.
4. Reverse procedure to reinstall control board
assembly.

© 2006 Maytag Services 16026839 17
WARNING
!To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury or
death; disconnect power to unit before servicing,
unless testing requires power.
Disassembly Procedures
4. Remove screws securing lower rear galvanized cover
from unit.
5. Remove screws securing top and back of side panel.
6. Pull rear of side panel away from range then slide
side panel forward to release from side panel
spacers.
7. Reverse procedure to reinstall side panel.
Backguard
NOTE: Requires removal of oven from installation
position.
1. Remove maintop assembly, see "Maintop Assembly"
procedure.
2. Remove screws securing upper back panel form unit.
3. Remove screws securing bottom outside edges of the
backguard to unit chassis.
4. Reverse procedure to reinstall backguard.
Storage Drawer Removal
1. Pull drawer straight out to first stop. Lift the front and
pull out to second stop.
2. Let front of door rest on floor. Place hands toward
back of drawer and lift it out.
3. To replace:
a. Place the set of rollers on the drawer behind the
set of rollers on the oven. (As shown above.)
b. Align the guides and push the drawer back into
position.
Storage Drawer Track Removal
1. Remove the storage drawer by pulling it out to the
fully open or stop position, lifting the drawer at the
rear to disengage the drawer track rollers from the
drawer runners, and sliding the drawer out of the
range.
2. The tracks are mounted to a rear support and the
frame of the range. Remove the two track mounting
screws and remove the track. If the track support is
being replaced, remove the mounting screw securing
it to the side frame and remove the support.
Broil Element
1. Turn power off.
2. Remove screws securing broil element to top and
rear of oven cavity.
3. Pull broil element forward to allow disconnection of
terminals on each element leg.
4. Reverse procedure to reinstall broil element.
Ribbon Elements
1. Remove maintop assembly, see "MaintopAssembly"
procedure.
2. Remove screws securing element support bracket to
maintop.
3. Label and disconnect wire terminals from element
being replaced.
4. Release metal clips securing element to element
support bracket.
5. Replace and reverse procedure to reinstall element.
Oven Door Removal
WARNING !
To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage,
do not lift oven door by the handle.
1. Open oven door slightly and grasp door on both
sides.
2. Lift up and off the hinge receivers.
3. Reverse procedure to reinstall oven door.
Oven Door Hinge Receiver
1. Turn off power to unit.
2. Remove oven door, see "Oven Door Removal"
procedure.
3. Remove maintop assembly, see "MaintopAssembly"
procedure.
4. Remove side panel, see "Side Panel Removal"
procedures.
5. Remove storage drawer, see "Storage Drawer
Removal" procedure.
6. Remove the top and bottom screws securing hinge
receiver to the front frame.
7. Remove hinge receiver from oven chassis.
8. Reverse procedure to reinstall oven door hinge
receiver.
Side Panel Removal
1. Turn power off.
2. Remove oven door, see "Oven Door Removal"
procedure.
3. Remove maintop assembly, see "MaintopAssembly"
procedure.

18 16026839 © 2006 Maytag Services
WARNING
!To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury or
death; disconnect power to unit before servicing,
unless testing requires power.
Disassembly Procedures
Oven Light Assembly
Oven Light Bulb/Oven Light Socket
1. Remove power from unit (at the circuit breaker).
2. Open oven door and remove oven racks.
3. Hold lamp cover in place, and slide retaining wire off
cover.
NOTE: Cover will fall if not held in place when removing
retaining wire.
4. Unscrew lamp and remove.
5. Gently pry retaining clips inward towards center of
socket.
6. Once retaining clips are released, gently pull socket
into oven cavity.
7. Label and disconnect wire terminal connections and
remove socket.
8. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
NOTE: Reposition fiberglass insulation around oven
light socket to eliminate possibility of heat
related problems.
Lamp
(40 watts)
Lamp
Socket
Retaining Clip
Retaining Clip
Lamp
Cover
Lamp and Socket
Door Disassembly
1. Remove oven door, see "Oven Door Removal"
procedure.
2. Place door on a protected surface.
3. Remove screws securing door panel to door lining
and remove door panel.
4. Remove screws securing outer door glass support to
door baffle.
5. Remove outer door glass and place in a protected
area.
6. Remove screws securing door baffle to door lining
and remove door baffle.
7. Remove door insulation.
8. Remove inner door glass and place in a protected
area.
NOTE: Proceed with the following steps for door handle
removal.
9. Remove screws securing door handle to door panel
and remove door handle.
10.Reverse procedures to reassemble.
Oven Door Disassembly

© 2006 Maytag Services 16026839 A – 1
Appendix A

A – 2 16026839 © 2006 Maytag Services
Installation Instructions
Your range may not be equipped with some of the features referred to in this
manual.
8101P726-60
(12-05-00)
CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS
For complete information in regard to installation of a
freestanding range, see figures I and 2 on page 2. For
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS do not install a range in
any combustible cabinetry which is not in accord with
the installation clearances shown in figure 1.
MOBILE HOMES
The installation of the range in a mobile home must
conform with the US Manufactured Home Construction
and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly
the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and
Safety, Title 24 HUD, Part 280). When that standard is
not applicable, the range installation must meet the
Standard for Manufactured Home Installations 1982
(Manufactured Home Sites, Communities and Set-Ups),
ANSI A225. 1 - latest edition. The range installation
must comply with local codes.
LOCATING THE RANGE
Place the range in a well lit area. Do not set the range
over holes in the floor or other locations where it may be
subject to strong drafts. Any opening in the wall behind
the range and in the floor under the range should be
sealed. Make sure the flow of cooling/ventilation air is
not obstructed below the range.
CAUTION: This range has been designed in
accordance with the requirements of various safety
agencies and complies with the maximum allowable
wood cabinet temperatures of 194°F. If this range is
installed with cabinets that have a lower working
temperature than 194°F, discoloration, delamination or
melting may occur.
Only qualified personnel should
install or service this range.
Read "Safety Instructions" in the
Use & Care book before using
range.
Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service, maintenance or
use of range can result in serious
injury or property damage.
SPECIAL WARNING
• ALL RANGES CAN TIP AND
CAUSE INJURIES TO PERSONS.
• INSTALL ANTI-TIP DEVICES
PACKED WITH RANGE.
• FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
THE MANUAL IS INTENDED TO ASSIST IN THE INITIAL INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE RANGE.
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Magic Chef Model CER3725AGW
AC 400/230V 3 Phase 50 Hz Electric 30-inch Range
INSTALLER: LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE APPLIANCE