Thermador Insufficient Door Insulation or Cooling

Oven glass door becomes excessively hot to the touch during normal baking.

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.

Possible Causes

Failed or weak cooling fan, Damaged or missing inner door glass, Worn door gasket, Blocked cooling vents

Safety first: Use caution when touching the door during operation; surfaces can be hot.

Check cooling fan: Listen for the cooling fan during operation. If not running, inspect and replace the fan motor as needed.
Inspect door glass: Ensure all layers of door glass are intact and properly seated. Replace any cracked or missing glass panels.
Gasket condition: Replace a worn or damaged door gasket to improve sealing.
Clear vents: Make sure front and top vents are not blocked by cabinetry or objects.

Medium 3/5

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