Control panel or knobs become excessively hot to the touch during oven use.

Safety First: Allow the range to cool before inspecting vents or gaskets. Use caution around sharp metal edges.

Step-by-step:

• Locate vent: Identify the oven vent outlet (often at the back of the cooktop or near the control panel). Ensure it is not blocked by foil, pans, or debris.
• Inspect vent trim: Make sure the vent trim or deflector is installed correctly to direct hot air away from controls. Replace missing or damaged oven vent trim.
• Check gasket: Replace a worn oven door gasket that allows excessive heat to escape upward.
• Cooling fan (if equipped): On models with a control cooling fan, verify that the fan runs during oven operation. Replace the cooling fan motor if inoperative.