foil under base element

[steve78]

hi, i got a neb fan oven and the base element has gone, ive ordered a new one but when i took the old element out it was so buckled it ripped out all the foil that was linned underneath it. can anyone tell me what the foil is as i dont want to burn my house down. i think its a thich ali type?

thanks steve

[kwatt]

Re: foil under base element

Hi Steve,

It is, basically, just aluminium foil to try to reflect the heat back into the oven. If you can replace it then it’s wise to do so but, if not, it’s not the end of the world all it will mean that more heat will escape than perhaps you’d want. It shouldn’t however cause an issue in and of itself.

HTH

K.

[steve78]

thanks for the reply, i take it that it should be ok with the basic household foil? thanks steve

[kwatt]

Yep, pretty much.

K.

[Martin]

Re: foil under base element

I might add that although the loss of a small amount of metallic foil wouldn’t cause too much concern. It has to be substituted in the way that has previously been suggested as too much heat loss downwards can cause the base of the oven to overheat and burn the cabinet on which it stands.

The bottom oven lining is jacketed with double sided aluminium foil and glass fibre and held in position with a wire or steel straps. It’s thermal qualities in retaining the heat inside the oven cavity should never be compromised. So please take care. 😉

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