Strong burning plastic or electrical smell when oven is in use.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off the oven and disconnect power immediately if you smell burning plastic or insulation. Do not continue using the oven until inspected.
Steps to try:
- Inspect interior: After cooling, check inside the oven for any plastic, packaging, or utensils that may have melted.
- Check rear and bottom: Remove rear and bottom panels to look for discolored or melted wiring. Any damaged wiring must be replaced.
- Fan motors: If the smell seems to come from the top or rear, inspect the cooling and convection fan motors for overheating.
When to stop: Electrical burning smells require professional diagnosis; do not attempt to operate the oven until repaired.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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