Grill overshoots the set temperature by 20–50°C and cycles between very hot and cooler.

Safety first: Monitor the grill closely when troubleshooting temperature issues to avoid grease fires.

• Clean grease and ash: Remove built-up grease from the drip tray and interior to reduce flare-ups that can spike temperature.
• Check probe placement: Ensure the temperature probe is mounted correctly on the side wall and not directly above the fire pot or touching metal grates.
• Observe auger cycles: At a moderate setpoint, the auger should run in short bursts. If it runs continuously, the control board or relay may be sticking.
• Controller reset: Perform a factory reset or recalibration if your Outdoorchef model supports it.

If overshoot persists, the main control board may require replacement to restore proper temperature regulation.