Moffat Oven Repair Baldivis | School Kitchen Equipment Service

A school kitchen in Baldivis was running a Moffat oven that was not heating reliably. For Kingstons Kitchen, managing catering at Rivergums Primary School, that meant meal service was at risk. The fix looked straightforward. What the technician found inside the unit changed the scope of the job.

What Was Happening

The oven was not reaching temperature consistently. An earlier assessment had confirmed the heating elements were drawing current within normal range and the thermostat was cycling correctly. The diagnosis pointed to an airflow problem inside the cavity. The fan and blade were the likely culprit. What nobody knew yet was the condition of what was holding them in place.

How It Was Handled

When PEMS technician Philip attended site, the fan assembly came apart during removal. The motor housing had corroded to the point where the components had to be cut free. Standard swap-out became a more involved extraction and full replacement. The new motor and fan were fitted and the oven was tested at temperature before Philip left site. The job was documented in full, including the condition found and the work completed.

The Result

The oven was returned to full service. Kingstons Kitchen received a complete record of the fault, what was found on the day, and what was done. No ambiguity about what had been replaced or why.

Why PEMS

Corrosion at that stage does not appear overnight. A maintenance record that captures what was found, not just what was invoiced, gives operators a clear picture of where their equipment actually stands.

School catering schedules do not have much tolerance for kitchen downtime. If you manage catering at a school, aged care facility, or multi-site operation and want a clear picture of where your equipment stands, contact PEMS on 08 7095 3550 or visit pemservices.com.au to arrange a service assessment.