Dacor Uneven heating / airflow problem

Oven temperature fluctuates widely or cooks unevenly; hot spots or undercooked areas.

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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 convection fan motor, Blocked convection fan cover, Warped or damaged bake element, Incorrect rack placement or overcrowding

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before removing interior panels or fan covers.

  • Use convection properly: For even baking, use convection modes when available and avoid overcrowding pans.
  • Inspect convection fan: Remove the interior fan cover and check that the fan blade is intact and free of debris. Spin it by hand; it should move freely.
  • Check fan operation: Start a convection cycle and listen for the fan. If it does not run, test the motor for continuity and replace if faulty.
  • Inspect elements: Look for warped or partially burned-out sections of the bake element that could cause uneven heat. Replace if damaged.

Warning: Do not operate the oven with the convection cover removed; this can expose moving parts and alter airflow.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Convection Fan Motor
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