Black+Decker
Temperature calibration drift
Unit displays correct temperature but actual cooking temperature is significantly lower than set.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Aging NTC temperature sensor,Sensor not in correct location,Control board calibration error,Heat loss due to door/basket seal gaps
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Use an oven-safe thermometer to verify temperature; avoid touching hot surfaces.
Steps to correct low temperature:
- 1. Verify with thermometer: Place an oven thermometer in the basket and run the air fryer at a known setting. Compare actual vs. set temperature.
- 2. Check basket fit: Ensure the basket and drawer close fully without gaps that could leak heat.
- 3. Inspect sensor placement: With the unit unplugged, locate the NTC temperature sensor and confirm it is properly clipped in its designated position, not hanging away from the hot air stream.
- 4. Replace sensor: If the sensor is aged or reading incorrectly (as verified with a multimeter and temperature chart), replace it.
- 5. Control board replacement: If sensor and mechanics are correct but temperature remains off by a large margin, the main control PCB's calibration may be faulty and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
NTC Temperature Sensor
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