Hoover
Thermostat Shaft / Knob Coupling Failure
Hoover oven temperature knob is loose, spins freely, or does not change the temperature.
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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
Cracked temperature knob, Stripped thermostat shaft, Loose mounting nut on thermostat, Internal thermostat failure
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Isolate the oven from mains power before removing knobs or panels.
- Inspect knob:
- Pull off the temperature knob and check for cracks or worn splines.
- Replace the knob if damaged.
- Check thermostat shaft:
- Inspect the shaft for rounding or damage.
- Ensure the thermostat is firmly mounted; tighten the mounting nut if loose.
- Test thermostat function:
- With power off, turn the shaft and listen/feel for clicks.
- With a multimeter, verify that contacts open and close as the shaft is turned.
- If the thermostat does not switch correctly, replace it with a Hoover-compatible part.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Oven Thermostat and Temperature Knob
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