{"id":137253,"date":"2025-01-21T10:52:28","date_gmt":"2025-01-21T10:52:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/en-om\/?p=137253"},"modified":"2025-02-20T09:09:23","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T09:09:23","slug":"why-is-my-oven-smoking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/en-om\/inspiration\/care-and-maintenance\/why-is-my-oven-smoking\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is my oven smoking?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you’re a seasoned electric oven user or not, you\u2019ve likely encountered the classic issue of an oven producing smoke when you turn it on. While it is rarely a sign that the oven is broken, it is important not to ignore the problem to prevent it from becoming more serious. Besides, it\u2019s unpleasant to have your kitchen filled with smoke, together with that burnt<\/strong> smell that lingers on everything. Let\u2019s take a closer look at some common scenarios where your oven can be smoking and how to resolve<\/strong> them.<\/p>\n

Scenario 1: First use of the oven<\/h2>\n

We know that reading the instructions for an oven is about as appealing as reading the terms and conditions of a mortgage, but that\u2019s where the solution lies in these cases.<\/p>\n

What happens? When you use a brand-new oven for the first time, it\u2019s normal for it to emit smoke or give off an unusual smell,<\/strong> such as a burning odour. This is typically caused by the materials inside the oven heating up for the first time<\/a>. However, after the initial use and a thorough cleaning, these issues will disappear, and you\u2019ll be able to cook without<\/strong> any problems.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Solution<\/strong>: If you\u2019re using your oven for the first time, make sure to follow these steps before cooking any recipes:<\/p>\n