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Insufficient cooling or door seal leakage
Excessive heat felt on control panel or surrounding cabinets 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
Failed cooling fan, Blocked ventilation openings, Damaged door gasket, Missing insulation around cavity
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power and allow the oven to cool before inspection.
- Check cooling fan: During operation, you should hear the cooling fan. If not, test and replace the cooling fan motor.
- Inspect vents: Ensure that cabinet trim and decorative panels do not block the oven's intake and exhaust vents.
- Examine door gasket: Replace the door seal if it is torn, flattened, or missing sections.
- Check insulation: If the oven was removed for installation work, verify that the insulation around the cavity is intact and correctly positioned.
Warning: Excessive external temperatures can damage cabinetry and electronics; address promptly.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Cooling Fan Motor / Door Gasket
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