SYMPTOM

Pyrolysis will not start

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

⚠ What This Means

When attempting to start pyrolytic self-cleaning, a symbol flashes on the display (door or probe icon) and the pyrolysis cycle does not begin.

🔧 How to Fix

  1. Check that the oven door is fully closed.
  2. Remove the meat probe / core temperature probe from the oven.
  3. Remove all loose accessories (wire rack, rotary spit, baking stone, etc.) from the oven.
  4. Remove coarse soiling and food remains from the oven interior.
  5. Try starting the pyrolysis again.

🔍 Possible Causes & Solutions

Possible CauseHow to Fix
Door not fully closedClose the door firmly until the latch engages.
Meat probe still connected or inside the ovenRemove the meat probe before starting pyrolysis.
Accessories left in the ovenRemove all non-enameled accessories.
Test Specifications
Pyrolysis temperature: 905 deg F / 485 deg C
Pyrolysis duration: 3 hours (fixed, cannot be changed)

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I stop pyrolysis once it has started?

Yes. Switch off the temperature knob. The door will remain locked until the oven cools below approximately 200 deg C / 390 deg F.