An oven that won't heat or heats unevenly most likely involves a faulty control, thermostat, or timer. Don't worry because most of these problems can be handled yourself at minimal cost.
Repairing the Oven Setting Control
When the oven setting control malfunctions, the oven won't heat. Here's how to repair an oven setting control:
Step 1: Remove the control knob.
Step 2: Remove the back service panel or the front panel, if necessary. Remove other control knobs as needed to remove the panel. The oven setting control is located directly in back of the control knob and is usually held to the control panel by two screws.
Step 3: Testing the control with a volt-ohm-milliammeter (VOM) is not recommended, because the results will not always be conclusive. If you suspect that the setting control is faulty, the best procedure is to substitute a control that you know is working, or you could simply replace the faulty control with a new one made for the oven.
Step 4: Disconnect the electrical lead wires from the control terminal and lift out the control. Connect the new control the same way the old one was connected.
Great stove repair guide! Turning off the breaker before starting any repairs is crucial for safety. Also, taking a picture of the wiring before disconnecting anything can be a lifesaver during reassembly.
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