SYMPTOM

Meat probe symbol flashing

Appliance: Gaggenau Kitchen Appliances Models: BO 280/281, BO 470/471, BO 480/481

⚠ What This Means

The meat probe / core temperature probe symbol flashes on the display when starting a memory recipe or pyrolysis.

🔧 How to Fix

  1. If starting a memory recipe: the recipe was stored with a meat probe temperature. Connect the meat probe before starting.
  2. If starting pyrolysis: remove the meat probe from the oven before beginning the pyrolysis cycle.

🔍 Possible Causes & Solutions

Possible CauseHow to Fix
Memory recipe requires meat probe but it is not connectedConnect the meat probe.
Meat probe left in oven during pyrolysis attemptRemove the meat probe.

🛒 Replacement Parts for This Fix

Original meat probe (Gaggenau) Varies by model
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a third-party meat probe?

No. Only use the included original meat probe. Replacement probes can be ordered from Gaggenau.