900403724 Genuine Electrolux Oven Thermometer for Checking Oven Temperature Accuracy, Electrolux Oven Accessory ACC037

Cakes burning on the outside and raw in the middle? Before replacing parts, it pays to know how hot your oven really gets. The genuine Electrolux oven thermometer, part number 900403724, sits inside the cavity so you can compare the actual temperature with the dial or display setting. It's also listed under the Electrolux accessory code ACC037.

Testing an oven that runs hot or cold

Oven thermostats and temperature sensors drift over time, and a door seal that leaks heat can also drag the temperature down. A separate thermometer gives you an independent reading. Preheat to a set temperature, wait until the element has cycled a few times, then read the thermometer through the glass. A reading well above or below the setting points towards a thermostat, sensor or seal fault, while a close match tells you the problem lies elsewhere, perhaps with the recipe or tray position. Repairers find it a quick way to confirm a fault before ordering parts.

Part details

• Genuine Electrolux part 900403724
• Accessory code ACC037
• Thermometer made for use inside an oven
• Compares actual heat with the set temperature

Using the thermometer

Place the thermometer near the centre of the middle shelf, facing the door glass. Set the oven to a common baking temperature and give it at least 20 minutes after preheating. Read it without opening the door if you can, as opening it drops the heat quickly. Use oven mitts to remove it, as it will be very hot.

Questions about this part

Does this thermometer suit any oven?

It isn't tied to one model, as it simply sits on a shelf inside the oven. Keep it clear of the elements and the fan, and follow any directions on the pack. It works as a check for both Electrolux group ovens and other brands.