As a busy El Paso, TX restaurant owner, you don’t have time to waste. Problems with your commercial oven can have a considerable impact on your business, costing you time and money. Let’s take a look why your commercial oven isn’t heating up.

The Pilot Light Won’t Stay Lit

If your oven won’t heat at all, make sure your pilot light is on. If it won’t stay lit after multiple attempts, there is another issue that needs addressing.

While there are many reasons why a pilot light won’t stay lit, one of the most common is a faulty thermocouple. A thermocouple is a device that shuts off the gas if the pilot light is out. If your pilot light won’t light or stay lit, it’s time to call in the pros for a repair call.

The Oven Won’t Reach the Desired Temperature

If your oven heats up but doesn’t reach the desired temperature, it’s most likely a thermostat problem. Commercial oven thermostats need calibration to make sure they heat to the right temperatures. If you have a properly calibrated thermostat, but your oven still won’t achieve the desired temperature, it’s time to replace the thermostat.

Uneven Heating

If your oven is baking food unevenly, it’s probably due to damaged heating elements or temperature sensors. Another reason for uneven heating is improper thermostat installation, resulting in a broken capillary tube. In any of these examples, you need to call in a qualified HVAC technician to resolve the issue.

Your commercial oven is the heart of your kitchen. Oven downtime disrupts your business, impacting your ability to make a profit and expand your business.

If you worry about your commercial oven and other equipment in your kitchen, a maintenance plan is a great way to limit the chances of your oven malfunctioning. Call us today at Kings Aire to discuss preventive maintenance options.

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