In the world of gastronomy, mastering cooking is an art that makes the difference between a good dish and a culinary masterpiece. At the heart of this mastery is an essential element: the oven. If knowing how to use it correctly seems obvious to some, it is important to remember that each oven has its specificities, and understanding them is the key to successful cooking. This is the case of Brandt ovens, a brand renowned for the quality and performance of its kitchen equipment. In this article, we will focus on a crucial aspect of using a Brandt oven: how to adjust your temperature.
How do you adjust the temperature on a Brandt oven?
A Brandt oven, like any other oven, requires a precise temperature adjustment to ensure optimal cooking. Brandt oven models usually have a easy to use control interface to do this.
The control interface of Brandt ovens consists in most cases of a digital screen and multiple buttons or knobs. The display shows the current oven temperature as well as other cooking parameters, while the buttons or knobs are used to adjust these parameters.
Here then the steps to adjust the temperature of your Brandt oven :
- Light your oven by turning the power button or pressing the ignition button.
- Select the desired cooking mode by turning the mode dial or by pressing the corresponding button.
- Adjust the temperature by turning the temperature dial or by pressing the "+" or "-" buttons“. The selected temperature will be displayed on the screen.
- Once the temperature has been set, let the oven preheat for about 10 to 15 minutes before putting your dishes in it.
What to do if you cannot adjust the temperature of the Brandt oven?
First, make sure that the method set out above corresponds to your oven model. Indeed, there are a multitude of Brandt ovens, each with specific specifications. If the procedure did not work or does not correspond, we therefore invite you to go to the brand's website, to go to the " Notices » and enter the reference of your model. There Brandt ovens reference can be found on the nameplate inside the oven, near the door dials. These are the letters and numbers after the word service.
If the procedure indicated in the instructions does not work and you cannot adjust the temperature of your Brandt oven, many reasons can explain it:
Set the time of your Brandt oven
Si the clock of your Brandt oven is not set and is flashing, oven will not be able to heat even if you have set the temperature. To find out how to set the clock for your model of oven, refer to its notice.
Remove the child lock
Similarly, if the child lock has been activated inadvertently, the Brandt oven will not heat up even if the temperature has been correctly set. In this case, you will need remove the child lock. For this you will usually need press simultaneously and for 3 seconds on the + and – buttons. The padlock should then disappear and your oven should function normally again.
Read also: Why does my Brandt oven go into lockout?
Reset oven
If you still encounter a problem adjusting the temperature of your Brandt oven, try resetting it. For that :
- Turn off the oven
- Turn it off by unplugging it from the electrical outlet or turning off its circuit breaker
- Wait a thirty minutes
- Plug the oven back in
Then try turning it back on, setting the time and setting the temperature again.
Contact Brandt Service
Si you cannot adjust the temperature or the oven does not heat up after trying the previous operations, the problem is certainly due to a failed component from a long list: thermostat, temperature sensor, resistors, power or control card, connectors, door seal, switch or control button.
In this case, we advise you to call brandt customer service. A technician may attempt to diagnose the fault and advise you of your repair options based on your situation (guarantee or not, age of the device, etc.).
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