De Dietrich Overheating / Tripping Thermal Cut-Out

Oven light and display turn off during cooking, then come back on after cooling.

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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

Blocked cooling vents, Failed cooling fan, Faulty or overly sensitive thermal cut-out, Poor installation with insufficient ventilation

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power before removing the oven from its housing.

  • Check installation: Ensure the oven has the ventilation clearances specified in the De Dietrich manual. Remove any obstructions from vents.
  • Inspect cooling fan: With the oven running (power on, caution), the top cooling fan should operate. If not, the fan or its supply is faulty.
  • Locate thermal cut-out: Access the top of the oven to find the safety thermostat. Some can be reset; others must be replaced if they trip frequently.

Repair: Replace the cooling fan or thermal cut-out if defective. Persistent tripping may indicate a deeper airflow or control issue.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Oven Cooling Fan
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