When preparing a family meal or showing off your culinary skills, the oven is one of the most frequently used appliances. Whether you have a gas or electric oven, we'll discuss what to do when you suffer from this issue.
Please note: we always recommend you use an electrical or gas-safe registered engineer to carry out repairs.
Signs You Have A Problem
Is your oven taking longer than it should to cook your meals? Have you been following all cooking instructions to the letter - selecting the right temperature and leaving your food in for exactly as long as you're told - only to find that, when you open the door, everything is still lukewarm and half-raw?
If so, the problem may be that your oven isn't getting hot enough. Just because you're turning the knob to 200°C, doesn't mean that the oven is actually reaching that temperature.
If you're constantly having to pop your dinner back in for another few minutes just to get it cooked properly, there's probably a problem with your appliance that needs to be addressed.
Common Causes
Now that you've discovered the first signs your oven is not heating up correctly, it's time to find the cause of the problem. Here is our recommended checklist for electric and gas ovens:
- Defective electric oven thermostat.
- Faulty electric oven element.
- Broken gas oven thermostat.
- Damaged gas oven burner or ignition electrode.
You'll Need
Once you've found the culprit, you'll need to find the correct replacement part. For this you'll need the following:
- Model and serial number - this will be found on the data badge on the cooker/oven.
- Owner's manual (optional).
Defective Electric Oven Thermostat
If you notice that your electric oven isn't heating up to the correct temperature and food comes out under-cooked, this many be caused by a defective electric oven thermostat.
Thermostats measure the temperature inside the oven cavity, switching the electric element on and off to maintain the desired temperature.
The Fix
Firstly, check that the temperature sensor isn't touching the oven walls, as this will affect the accuracy of the internal temperature readings. If it is, reposition so it isn't touching the wall and see if this helps.
If you're still suffering with the same issue, you'll most likely need to replace the whole thermostat. Luckily these are inexpensive parts that are around £10-£30.
Simply give our team a call on 02920 452 510, or email us on enquiries@cookerspareparts.com with your appliance model and serial number. Alternatively, input your details into the search bar above.
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Faulty Electric Oven Element
Is your oven not heating up at all, no matter which temperature you select? For fan ovens specifically, you may notice that cold air is being blown into the oven cavity. This is a sign that your electric oven element is faulty.
Electric oven elements are the part that generates heat and often glows red when it is switched on. If you find that your element is deformed, bulging or blown, it is time to find a replacement.
The Fix
There is an easy solution to this problem, you'll need to replace the complete element. Fortunately, these are around £8-£30.
Get in touch with our team on 02920 452 510, or email us on enquiries@cookerspareparts.com with your appliance model and serial number. Alternatively, use the search bar above.
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Broken Gas Thermostat
Similar to electric appliances, gas ovens also have thermostats that maintain a constant oven temperature by adjusting the size of the flame on the burner accordingly.
If your food is always under-cooked, you may need a replacement thermostat.
The Fix
Before purchasing a replacement thermostat, make sure you check that the temperature sensor isn't touching the inside oven wall. Simply adjust the position and test to see if this has fixed the problem.
Still not working properly? Then you'll need to replace the entire gas thermostat. Thankfully we supply a wide range of parts that start from just £25.
Simply give our team a call on 02920 452 510, or email us on enquiries@cookerspareparts.com with your appliance model and serial number. Alternatively, input your details into the search bar above.
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Damaged Gas Oven Burner or Ignition Electrode
For the more serious issue of your gas oven not heating up at all, you may have a damaged oven burner or ignition electrode.
When you set a temperature on the oven, you should hear clicks followed by the sound of gas igniting.
The Fix
If you don't hear the gas igniting and the clicking stops, you'll probably need to replace the ignition electrode. Luckily these are just £5-£20.
Should the issue continue, you may have a damaged oven burner. This can be a complex problem, so we would recommend you find a gas-safe registered engineer to take a look at your appliance.
For additional help, call our team on 02920 452 510, or email us on enquiries@cookerspareparts.com with your appliance model and serial number. Otherwise use the search bar above.
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Haven't found the answer to your issue or need help sourcing a replacement part?
Give our spares team a call on 02920 452 510 or email us on enquiries@cookerspareparts.com with your appliance's model and serial number details.
