Kenmore 2014 Self-Cleaning Electric Range nCAL Error Code
nCAL on a Kenmore 2014 self-cleaning range: electronic oven control board failure, and the part the manual lists.
Model Reference
Kenmore 22-96873 Induction Range Repair
A 5 cu. ft. induction range. We separate cooktop and oven problems and diagnose each in turn.
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Model number
22-96873
About this model
Model overview
If your range is a Kenmore 22-96873, it is a 5 cu. ft. induction model in the current Kenmore lineup. Induction ranges attract people who want fast, controllable heat and an easy-to-wipe surface, and they are common in newly renovated flats. They also depend on electronics, and electronics need a clean, ventilated, properly supplied installation to behave.
Reading the complaint
Ask yourself three things. Does the problem show up on every zone or one? Does it appear with every pan? Is the oven involved? A single bad zone with every pan usually points to that zone. A problem on all zones points to power, a main control or a cooling issue. A problem only with one pan points to the pan.
When the cooktop shuts off mid-cooking
That can be a safety response to heat, a spill on the touch panel or a pan boiling over. Wipe the panel, wait for the range to cool, and try again with the vents unblocked. If it keeps shutting down, the cooling system or the control needs a technician.
When the oven is weak
Check that the controls are not locked, that the door closes fully and that the oven has been given time to preheat. A long preheat or uneven baking suggests an element or sensor issue.
Power and placement
This range needs a dedicated supply and level placement. Ask your landlord or contractor whether the breaker size matches the range if you moved it from another kitchen. Keep the cabinet gap clear and do not store anything under the cooling vents.
Owner steps that stay outside
- Switch the range off at the breaker briefly and restore it.
- Clean the glass and the control area with a soft cloth.
- Try different cookware.
- Note any message and write it down.
- Do not open the control panel or lift the cooktop.
Request a visit
We diagnose on site, explain what failed, and give a written estimate. Repairs start only with your approval. Our Kenmore range repair page and the Kenmore ranges guide give the wider picture, and Kenmore oven not heating covers the oven side. The larger induction model is the Kenmore 22-96853.
Frequently asked questions
Both are induction ranges. The 22-96873 is listed at 5 cu. ft. and the 22-96853 at 5.6 cu. ft.
A spill on the panel, a pan boil-over or heat protection can do it. Clean, cool down and retry before booking.
They need cookware the cooktop can detect, and a pan that works on one zone should work on another.
Yes. Someone must give access and approve the work after the diagnosis.
Model-information disclaimer. Confirm your exact model number and specifications with your appliance documentation before booking a repair. Model pages are for identification and compatibility reference.
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Phone
(415) 825-6393
Hours
Mon–Sat: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Service area
San Francisco Bay Area, California