Moulinex Underheating / Low Temperature Output

Cooking times are much longer than recipe or manual suggests; food remains undercooked at normal settings.

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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

Weak heating element, Incorrect temperature calibration, Failing NTC sensor reading too high, Partial obstruction of air intake reducing heat transfer

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug and cool before internal checks.

  • Step 1 – Verify with thermometer: Use an oven-safe thermometer in the basket to compare actual temperature to the set temperature. Significant differences indicate a control issue.
  • Step 2 – Clean air paths: Clean intake and exhaust vents and the heater guard to restore proper airflow.
  • Step 3 – Inspect heater: Check for dark spots or sagging coils on the heating element, which can indicate aging. Replace the heater assembly if visibly degraded.
  • Step 4 – Sensor and PCB: Test the NTC sensor. If readings are off, replace the sensor. If sensor and heater are good but temperatures remain low, the main PCB may be misregulating power and should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Heating Element Assembly
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