Russell Hobbs
Convection / Grill Temperature Control Fault
Microwave convection or grill mode overheats and burns food quickly
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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 cavity thermostat,Temperature sensor out of calibration,Stuck heater relay on PCB
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the microwave before internal inspection.
- 1. Verify settings: Ensure you are using the correct temperature and time for convection or grill mode as per the manual.
- 2. Test with oven thermometer: Place an oven-safe thermometer inside and run convection mode. If the temperature greatly exceeds the set value, the thermostat or sensor may be faulty.
- 3. Internal checks (advanced): A technician can test the cavity thermostat and temperature sensor, and verify that the heater relay on the control PCB cycles correctly.
- 4. Replace faulty components: Replace the thermostat or sensor with Russell Hobbs-compatible parts if they are out of specification.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Cavity Thermostat
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