Essentials
Thermal Expansion Noise
The oven makes loud banging or popping noises when heating or cooling.
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Possible Causes
Metal panels expanding or contracting, loose internal brackets, a warped cavity liner, or elements moving in their mounts
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off the power and allow the oven to cool before tightening any fixings.
- Identify source: Run the oven and listen carefully to locate the area of the noise (top, sides, rear). Then switch it off and allow it to cool.
- Tighten screws: Remove the top and rear panels and tighten any loose screws on brackets, panels, and element supports.
- Check element mounts: Ensure heating elements are firmly clipped and not flexing excessively. Replace any broken clips or supports.
- Inspect cavity liner: Look for obvious warping or buckling. Minor expansion noises are normal; severe deformation may require cavity or oven replacement.
- Re-test: Run the oven again to see if the noise is reduced.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
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