Whirlpool Premature shutdown / overheating protection

Oven shuts off by itself before the set time or temperature is reached.

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

Overheating control area triggering thermal limiter, Cooling fan not running, Faulty oven temperature sensor, Loose power connection causing dropouts

Safety first: If you smell burning insulation, turn off the breaker immediately.

Check ventilation: Ensure the oven has proper clearance and that vents are not blocked.
Inspect cooling fan: Verify the cooling fan runs during baking. Replace the cooling fan motor if it does not operate.
Sensor test: Test the oven temperature sensor for correct resistance. Replace if out of spec.
Power connections: Inspect the terminal block and internal power connections for looseness or overheating. Tighten or repair as needed.

Hard 4/5

Cooling Fan Motor

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