Customer Questions and Answers for Oven Door Insulation (Side) by Ge

This oven door side insulation sits between the inner and outer door panels to limit heat loss and reduce hot spots along the door edge. Replace when the original is burnt, brittle, or missing to help restore safe thermal performance.

• Provides a thermal barrier along the side of the oven door between panels
• Helps retain oven heat and reduce heat transfer to the outer door surface
• Can help address heat escaping around door edges or a door exterior that feels hotter than normal
• Replace if the insulation is charred, frayed, compressed, or contaminated during service

• Disconnect power at the breaker and allow the oven to cool completely
• Remove the door and disassemble per your model's service instructions; work on a padded surface
• Wear gloves and eye protection; handle insulation carefully and avoid compressing it
• Do not block vents or air passages during reassembly; note orientation for proper fit