Candy Cooling or Ventilation Deficiency

Range or cooktop control panel becomes very hot to touch during oven use

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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

Failed tangential cooling fan, Blocked front vents, Misaligned oven door seal, High ambient temperature

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off the oven and allow it to cool. Avoid touching very hot surfaces.

  • Check vents: Ensure front and top vents are not blocked by objects or foil.
  • Inspect cooling fan: On models with a tangential fan, listen for fan operation during and after cooking. If silent, access and test the fan; replace if faulty.
  • Door seal: Verify the door gasket is intact and sealing properly to prevent excessive heat escape.
  • Service if extreme: If the panel becomes dangerously hot, discontinue use and have the cooling system inspected by a technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Tangential Cooling Fan
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