Grundig Cooling / Insulation Deficiency

Oven exterior sides and control panel become excessively hot during use

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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

Non-functioning cooling fan, blocked ventilation gaps around built-in oven, degraded cavity insulation, door not sealing properly

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off the oven and allow it to cool before inspection.

  • Verify cooling fan operation: During a heating cycle, the top cooling fan should run. If not, test and replace the cooling fan motor or thermostat controlling it.
  • Check installation clearances: Ensure the oven has the ventilation gaps specified in the Grundig installation manual. Remove any obstructions behind or above the oven.
  • Inspect door seal and hinges: Replace a damaged seal or misaligned hinges that allow hot air to escape to the front.
  • Insulation check (advanced): If accessible, inspect cavity insulation for major gaps or compression. Repack or replace insulation if severely degraded.

Warning: Excessive external temperatures can damage cabinetry and pose a burn hazard; do not ignore this symptom.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Cooling Fan Motor
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