Café
Temperature Calibration or Sensor Drift
Oven temperature is consistently too hot or too cold compared to a separate oven thermometer.
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Possible Causes
Aging oven temperature sensor, Control calibration offset, Poor rack placement or airflow restriction
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety First: No internal access is required for calibration. For sensor replacement, disconnect power at the breaker.
- Verify with thermometer: Place an oven-safe thermometer in the center of the oven and preheat to 350°F. Compare the reading after 20–30 minutes.
- Adjust calibration: Most Café ovens allow temperature adjustment in the settings menu (often ±35°F). Follow the user manual to increase or decrease the setpoint to match your thermometer.
- Check sensor: If the error is large or unstable, test the oven temperature sensor (RTD) resistance at room temperature (~1080 Ω). Replace if out of range.
- Ensure airflow: Avoid covering racks with foil and do not block convection fan inlets on convection models.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Oven Temperature Sensor (RTD)
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