C3
Thermomix Temperature Measurement Range/Calibration Error

Thermomix shows C3 and stops heating during a recipe, sometimes after a few minutes of 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

Drifted or out-of-range NTC sensor in bowl base, Poor thermal contact between sensor and heater block, Corroded sensor connector, Firmware calibration mismatch or main PCB fault

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect from mains and let the unit cool before handling.

  • Clean contact surfaces: Thoroughly clean and dry the underside of the bowl and the base contact area. Any residue can affect temperature readings.
  • Test with cold start: After cooling, start a low-temperature program with room-temperature water in the bowl. If C3 appears quickly, the sensor is likely faulty.
  • Try another bowl: If available, test with a different compatible Thermomix bowl. If the error disappears, the original bowl’s sensor assembly is defective.
  • Service action: Persistent C3 with multiple bowls suggests a main PCB or calibration issue. This requires specialized diagnostic tools and should be handled by an authorized service technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Bowl Base Temperature Sensor (NTC)
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