KitchenAid
Oven Temperature Calibration / Sensor Drift
Oven temperature is inaccurate; food is undercooked or overcooked compared to the set temperature.
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Possible Causes
Aged temperature sensor, control calibration offset, poor rack placement or pan type, door not sealing properly
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Use an oven thermometer to verify the temperature; avoid touching hot surfaces.
- Measure Actual Temperature: Place an oven thermometer in the center of the oven and preheat to 350°F. Compare the reading after 20–30 minutes.
- Calibrate: If consistently off by the same amount, use the control's calibration function to adjust by ±5–30°F as per the user manual.
- Inspect Gasket: Replace the door gasket if heat is escaping around the door.
- Replace Sensor: If calibration does not correct large errors, replace the oven temperature sensor.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Oven Temperature Sensor
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