Electrolux is a popular brand in the world of home appliances. However, even if you are the happy owner of an oven of the brand, it is possible that you encounter problems from time to time. In this case it may be necessary to reset your Electrolux oven. In this article, we will explain how to do it in a few simple steps.
Why reset an Electrolux oven?
Before diving into the details of resetting your Electrolux oven, it is important to understand why you might need to do this.
The reasons why you might want to reset your oven can vary. Here is some common problems that may require resetting an Electrolux oven :
- The oven does not work or does not heat properly : If the oven does not heat to the desired temperature, what the temperature changes automatically, the oven does not work at all orHe is stuck, it may need to be reset to clear any running programs or errors stored in the device's memory and fix the problem.
- Incorrect settings have been selected : If settings have been accidentally selected, it may be necessary to reset the oven to clear those settings and start over with the correct settings.
- Errors or error codes are displayed : If error codes are displayed on the oven display (STOP, padlock, f130, etc), it may need to be reset to clear the errors and resolve the issue. However, if the error code persists, you will then need to consult the user manual for your model in order to find the origin of the problem and how to resolve the problem.
In summary, resetting your Electrolux oven is a simple process that can help solve many problems.
Steps to reset your Electrolux oven
Resetting your Electrolux oven is a relatively quick and easy process which can be accomplished by a few simple steps :
Step 1: Unplug the oven
The first step in resetting your Electrolux oven is to unplug it from the electrical outlet. If the electrical outlet is difficult to access, you can also turn off the circuit breaker that supplies it. However, be careful if other electrical devices are connected to this circuit breaker. Remember to turn them off before disconnecting the power supply to avoid a voltage surge that could be harmful to them.
Step 2: Wait 30 minutes
After unplugging the oven, wait about 30 minutes before plugging it back in. This will allow the circuit board to fully reset and resolve minor errors stored in its memory.
Step 3: Reconnect the Electrolux oven
Once you have waited the necessary minutes, reconnect the oven into the electrical outlet or turn the circuit breaker back on.
Step 4: Reprogram the oven
After reconnecting the oven, you will need reprogram the oven as when it was installed. On some ovens, you will need to hold down the “+” and “–” buttons simultaneously for a few seconds. On others, it will simply be set your clock. This is necessary because if you do not reprogram the time, the oven will not be able to start.
For more information on reprogramming your oven model, consult its instructions. If you no longer have it in paper format, you can find it on the Electrolux website, under Support and assistance > User manuals.
Step 5: Check if the reset worked
After resetting your Electrolux oven, check if it is working properly. If an icon of chains, key or the message SAFE appears on the oven display, it may mean that child lock has been activated.
In this case, you will need deactivate it by pressing a series of keys which will depend on your model. In most cases, this will bepress the clock button and +. However, if this does not correspond to your oven, you can find how to deactivate the child lock in the user manual or by by clicking here.
If the oven continues to have problems, you may need to call the Electrolux customer service for additional information.
It is important to note that a specific reset procedure may exist for your Electrolux oven model. Once again, we therefore recommend that you consult the User Manual for specific instructions on resetting your oven.
