Stoves Erratic temperature sensing

Oven temperature display fluctuates rapidly or shows obviously incorrect values.

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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

Loose oven temperature sensor connection, Damaged sensor harness, Failing oven temperature sensor, Faulty A/D converter on control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before accessing the sensor or control.

  • Reseat sensor connector: Access the sensor connector at the rear or control area and reseat it firmly.
  • Inspect harness: Look for damage or loose pins in the sensor wiring. Repair as needed.
  • Replace sensor: If fluctuations persist, replace the oven temperature sensor with the correct Stoves part.
  • Control board: If a new sensor does not resolve the issue, the control board's sensor input circuit may be defective and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Oven Temperature Sensor
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