Leisure Reduced Heating Performance / Partial Element Failure

Oven heats but takes a very long time to reach temperature, or never reaches set temperature

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Possible Causes

One of multiple elements failed (e.g., base or rear element open), Weak or failing element, Faulty thermostat or sensor causing early cut-out, Poor door seal causing heat loss

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Isolate power before testing elements or seals.

  • Check which elements heat: In fan mode, observe if the rear element glows (if visible). In conventional mode, check both top and bottom heat. A non-glowing element may be failed.
  • Test elements: Use a multimeter to measure resistance of each element individually from the rear of the cooker. Replace any open or significantly high-resistance elements.
  • Inspect door seal: Check the rubber gasket around the door for gaps, tears, or compression. Replace if damaged or not sealing properly.
  • Verify temperature: Use an oven thermometer to confirm actual temperature. If elements and seal are good but temperature is low, suspect the thermostat or sensor and replace as needed.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Main Oven Element or Door Seal
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