Viking
Convection / Grill Heater Failure
Microwave convection or grill function does not heat, but standard microwave heating works.
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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
Open convection heater element, Open grill element, Failed convection fan, Faulty heater relay on control board
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Disconnect power and allow the unit to cool before servicing heaters.
- Verify mode: Ensure you have selected the correct convection or grill mode and temperature on your Viking microwave.
- Check fan: In convection mode, listen for the convection fan. If it does not run, the fan motor or wiring may be faulty.
- Inspect heaters: Visually inspect the grill and convection elements for breaks or burn marks.
- Replace failed components: Replace any open or damaged Viking heater elements or convection fan motors.
- Control board: If elements and fan are good, the control board heater relay may be defective and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Convection Heater Element
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