Frigidaire
Inaccurate Oven Temperature
The oven heats but does not reach or maintain the correct temperature; food is undercooked or overcooked.
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Possible Causes
Drifted oven temperature sensor, failing bake element, poor oven calibration in the control, door gasket leak causing heat loss.
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker before testing components.
- Verify with thermometer:
- Place an oven-safe thermometer in the center of the oven and preheat to 350°F.
- Compare the displayed temperature to the actual temperature; note any consistent offset.
- Check sensor:
- Test the oven temperature sensor resistance at room temperature (~1050–1100 Ω).
- Replace if out of spec.
- Inspect elements:
- Ensure bake and broil elements glow evenly with no dark spots.
- Calibrate control:
- Many Frigidaire controls allow temperature adjustment (e.g., ±35°F). Refer to the user manual to adjust calibration if the hardware is good.
- Door gasket:
- Inspect the oven door gasket for gaps or tears and replace if damaged.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Oven Temperature Sensor (RTD)
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