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Excess Heat Transfer to Control Area
Control panel gets very hot to the touch during operation.
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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
Failed internal insulation, missing heat shield, control panel gasket leak, smoker placed in direct sun or near other heat source
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Avoid touching hot metal surfaces; risk of burns.
- Check installation: Ensure the smoker is not installed in an enclosure or next to another hot appliance.
- Inspect insulation: With the smoker unplugged, remove the side or rear panels and check that insulation is intact around the cook chamber and behind the control panel.
- Verify heat shield: Some models use a metal shield between the cabinet and control panel. Replace any missing or damaged heat shield.
- Seal gaps: Replace any missing gaskets around the control panel to prevent hot air from escaping into the panel area.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Internal Insulation
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