When your Brandt oven goes to safety, this can be caused by a number of malfunctions, such as electrical, ventilation or temperature measurement problems. In any case, it is essential to understand the reasons why this is happening so as to take the appropriate measures and solve the problem effectively.
Reasons Why the Brandt Oven Goes Safe
Un chains, a security key or a lock appeared on the display of your Brandt oven? Following this, does it refuse to start or heat up? Here are main factors can explain it:
The child or thermal lock has been activated
Some Brandt oven models have a " child safety » which can be activated following incorrect handling. It is also possible that a thermal safety triggered following the detection of unusual use or a problem, such as a power failure while the oven is heating up.
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Ventilation issues
When your Brandt oven goes into safety, it can also come from a ventilation fault. Indeed, if the ventilation of the oven is not done correctly, it can cause safety problems, because it can prevent the hot air from escaping from the oven, thus causing a overheated. And when your oven is overheating, it automatically goes to safety to avoid risk of fire or damage.
Temperature issues
Personalized temperature problems can also cause your Brandt oven to lock out. If the oven reaches a temperature too high, it can get safe to avoid fire hazard. It can come from a temperature sensor defective, of damaged heating element or safety thermostat which triggered.
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Electrical problems
Personalized electrical problems can also cause safety issues with your Brandt oven. Electrical problems can occur as a result of a unstable power supply, a faulty control board or a faulty fuse.
How to remove the safety lock from the Brandt oven?
To remove the safety from the Brandt ovenit will take solve the problem it has detected and who is responsible for the safety engagement.
Removing the child lock on a Brandt oven
To unlock the oven which has gone into safety and remove the padlock from the display, the first thing to do is to try to disable child lock. For that, press simultaneously and for 3 seconds on the + and – buttons of the Brandt oven. The padlock should then disappear and your oven should function normally again.
If this manipulation did not work, do not hesitate to consult the user manual to find the instructions specific to your Brandt oven model.
Remove the thermal safety
If the oven has activated its safety device after a power outage while it was heating up or pyrolysis, handling may differ from one model to another. First try pressing the + and - buttons oven for 3 seconds. If that doesn't work, press and hold the Start button for about ten seconds.
If these manipulations do not yield results, try to electrically reset the Brandt oven by proceeding as follows:
- Turn off the oven completely in it unplugging from the power outlet. If you do not have access to the electrical outlet, turn off the circuit breaker connected to the oven. Be careful to turn off all other devices connected to the circuit.
- Wait 10 minutes. If the oven is hot, wait for it to cool completely before turning it back on. Indeed, the lockout may persist, often following pyrolysis, because it detects a temperature potentially dangerous for your safety. It is therefore important to let the oven cool down before turning it back on.
- Once the oven is completely off and cooled, you can turn the power back on.
If the oven is still safe, or you've managed to pull it out but it comes back to safety regularly, there's likely a bigger problem. In this case, continue with the troubleshooting or have a professional diagnose and repair the oven.
Check the ventilation of the Brandt oven
Venting problems can be caused by a dirty or clogged air filter, a faulty fan, or a clogged air duct.
To solve these problems, you can clean air filters, check that the fan is working correctly and sufficiently quickly and clear any clogged air ducts. To help you test the fan, here is a video that you might find helpful to Spareka :
Note that you should always let a space of several centimeters between the wall and the rear panel of the oven so that it can ventilate and therefore avoid overheating which would activate the safety of the Brandt oven. Also remember to maintain and clean your oven regularly to prevent obstruction of the vents.
Check the safety thermostat
Le safety thermostat, also called Klixon, is an important protective device in furnaces. It has the function of disconnect the power supply to the oven as well as get him to safety in the event of excessive temperature or malfunction to avoid the risk of fire or overheating.
This can happen in the event of an oven component failure (usually the fan or temperature sensor), improper use, an error in the cooking process or in the pyrolysis.
You should then try to rearm the Klixon first to remove the Brandt oven security, and if that does not work, to test it electrically to see if it is faulty.
So, here is how to reset and check the safety thermostat of a Brandt oven :
- Switch off and unplug the oven : For safety reasons, it is essential to switch off and unplug the oven from the electrical outlet before checking the safety thermostat.
- Locate the safety thermostat : The Klixon is usually located at the back of the oven, near the top or on the side of the cooking chamber. It may also be under the top panel of the oven. It is often identified by a metal plate or tag bearing the name "Klixon".
- Reset the Klixon : On the safety thermostat is a small button (often red) which allows you to reset it. If this is not enough to remove the safety and therefore to unlock the Brandt oven, it will then have to be checked electrically. Note that not all safety thermostats are resettable.
- Check electrical continuity : To check if the safety thermostat works correctly, it is necessary to check the electrical continuity. To do this, it is possible to use a multimeter in “ohmmeter” mode.
- Remove the thermostat : If the thermostat is fixed with screws or clips, it can be removed by unscrewing the screws or removing the clips. In some cases, it may be necessary to remove panels (back or top) or components to access the thermostat.
- Test continuity : Once the thermostat is removed, it is possible to test the electrical continuity. To do this, it is necessary to touch the two terminals of the thermostat with the tips of the multimeter in "ohmmeter" mode. Its continuity must be through. If the multimeter shows infinite resistance, the thermostat is faulty and needs to be replaced.
- Replace the thermostat : If the thermostat is defective, it is important to replace it with a new safety thermostat compatible with the Brandt oven model.
Be careful to take precautions before handling the oven and electrical components to avoid electrical hazards or burns. Wear antistatic gloves and always turn off the power before working on any part of the oven.
Note that checking the safety thermostat may vary depending on the Brandt oven model and that you need to be a minimum handyman to carry out the checks and repairs. If you are not, we strongly recommend that you hire a professional to perform this check.
Check the temperature sensor
The temperature probe plays a crucial role in the oven temperature control. It also allows, among other things, to indicate to the electronic card the temperature present in the oven. If this probe is faulty, it may send incorrect information to the electronic card and to the various components of the oven, and cause the safety of the Brandt oven.
The temperature probe is located in a strategic location. In most Brandt ovens, it is located at the back and at the top right of the appliance. It is possible to check the condition of the temperature sensor using a multimeter in mode ohmmeter when the oven is off. If the measured value is outside the normal range listed in the oven's user manual, this may indicate a problem with the temperature probe.
Note that the test procedure may vary depending on the model of Brandt oven and that it is recommended to call a professional to carry out this verification.
If you have a temperature sensor failureit will take replace it by an original spare part compatible with the Brandt oven model. This will restore proper oven operation and ensure safe and efficient use of the appliance.
Check the electronic card of the Brandt oven in safety
La electronic card is responsible for managing all functions of your Brandt oven. If is fails, it may send bad information in the oven, including the triggering of the lockout.
If you have electronics skills, you can test and replace the electronic board yourself ; but it is important to choose an equivalent and quality card to avoid further breakdowns. It should be noted that the older your oven, the more difficult it will be to find spare parts.
In case you are not comfortable with the repair, we recommend that you call a professional to replace the electronic card and unlock brandt oven. This way, you can rest assured that the part will fit correctly and work properly.
If your oven is still under guarantee, you can then directly contact the reseller store or the Brandt after-sales service. They can guide you on how to remove the safety and repair your oven at no additional cost.
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