Camp Chef
Temperature Sensor Misreading
Grill temperature reading is obviously wrong (e.g., shows 500°F when chamber is barely warm).
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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
Shorted RTD probe, Probe wire pinched or melted, Moisture in sensor connection, Faulty control board ADC
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the grill and let it cool before handling the probe or wiring.
- Inspect probe and wire: Look for melted insulation, pinch points, or bare wire touching metal.
- Clean connector: Disconnect the RTD from the control board and clean the contacts. Reseat firmly.
- Compare with external thermometer: Place a known-good thermometer inside the grill and compare readings.
- Replace RTD: If misreadings persist, install a new Camp Chef RTD temperature probe.
- Controller replacement: If a new probe does not fix the issue, the control board may need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
RTD Temperature Probe
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