Electrolux
Underheating / extended preheat time
Oven heats but does not reach set temperature or takes excessively long to preheat
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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
Weak or partially open bake element, Failed convection element (on convection models), Inaccurate oven temperature sensor, Door gasket leaking heat
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect power before testing elements or sensors.
- Verify with thermometer: Place an oven thermometer in the center of the oven and compare actual temperature to the set temperature over 20–30 minutes.
- Inspect bake element: Look for spots that are not glowing or visible damage. Test resistance and replace if open or significantly higher than spec.
- Check convection element: On convection models, remove the rear interior panel and test the convection element for continuity. Replace if open.
- Test temperature sensor: Measure sensor resistance at room temperature and replace if out of spec.
- Inspect door gasket: Check for tears, gaps, or hardened sections. Replace the gasket if it does not seal evenly all around.
- Calibrate temperature: Use the oven's calibration function (if available) to adjust temperature offset by ±10–35°F after hardware issues are resolved.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
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