F18
Hotpoint
Overtemperature Protection Triggered
Oven shuts down mid-cycle with error, cooling fan may continue running, unit restarts after cooling
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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
Blocked ventilation, Failed cooling fan, Faulty cavity temperature sensor reading too high, Poor installation clearance around oven
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Allow the oven to cool and disconnect power before inspection.
- Check installation: Ensure the oven has the clearances specified in the Hotpoint installation manual. Remove any obstructions from vents.
- Verify cooling fan operation: See F05 for fan checks. The fan should run during and after cooking at higher temperatures.
- Inspect vents and channels: Remove the top cover and check that air channels are not blocked by insulation or debris.
- Check sensors and stats: Test the cavity temperature sensor and safety thermostats for correct operation (see F03 and F10). Replace any faulty components.
- Re-test: After repairs, run the oven at 200–220°C and monitor for normal operation without shutdown.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Cooling Fan Motor or Safety Thermostat
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