Montpellier Oven Thermostat or Sensor Out of Calibration

Montpellier electric oven overheats and burns food even at low temperature settings.

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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 mechanical thermostat contacts stuck closed, Faulty electronic temperature sensor, Stuck relay on control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off the cooker switch if the oven overheats uncontrollably. Allow to cool before inspection.

  • Verify with thermometer: Place an oven-safe thermometer inside and compare actual temperature to the set temperature.
  • Check thermostat knob alignment: Ensure the knob is correctly fitted and not rotated on the shaft.
  • Test sensor or thermostat (technician): For electronic models, measure sensor resistance; for mechanical thermostats, test continuity while adjusting temperature.
  • Replace faulty control: Fit a new oven thermostat or temperature sensor/EOC as appropriate.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Oven Thermostat
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