why is my oven browning food unevenly?
shelf position and crowded or oversized trays can cause uneven browning without proving an element fault. start with the cooking chart, selected mode and preheating instructions for the food.
arrange shelves while the oven is cold. remove unused trays and avoid blocking airflow around the sides of the cooking tray. centre the dish and use the recommended mode rather than assuming fan mode suits every recipe.
the linked cooking-layout guide explains comparing a bake after those changes. avoid unnecessary door opening and rotate food only if the cooking guide calls for it. this is a cooking setup check, not a temperature calibration procedure.
if marked unevenness continues, the oven does not heat or the fan makes unusual noise, arrange service. do not test elements, adjust the thermostat or attempt gas or fixed-wiring work to investigate the result.
possible causes
- a shelf position unsuitable for the dish
- large or crowded trays restricting airflow
- a cooking mode or preheating method that does not suit the food
solutions
diy warning
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