The Bosch HBA554EB0/87 built-in oven is equipped with an electronic control module that manages core functions such as heating, fan operation, and user interface communication. If the oven is not powering up or shows signs of electronic failure, the issue may lie within the power supply converter circuit, often a switched-mode power supply (SMPS)embedded on the main control board.
This guide outlines how to identify and analyze the converter circuit for diagnostics and potential repair.
⚡ What Is the Power Supply Converter?
In modern ovens, the power supply converter is typically a flyback converter or other SMPS topology that transforms the high-voltage AC input (230V) into lower DC voltages (e.g. 5V, 12V) needed by the microcontroller, display, and relays.
These circuits usually include:
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Bridge rectifier
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High-voltage electrolytic capacitors
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Switching controller IC
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MOSFET or IGBT switch
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Optocoupler for feedback
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Ferrite transformer
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Output rectifiers and filtering caps
🧭 Step-by-Step Identification Process
✅ Step 1: Locate the Control Module
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Disconnect oven from mains power.
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Remove the metal back cover to access the control board.
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The SMPS is typically located on the main PCB, not the user interface board.
✅ Step 2: Visual Identification of SMPS Components
Look for the following recognizable elements:
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Transformer (yellow or black) | Medium-sized ferrite transformer, usually near center of SMPS area |
| Electrolytic capacitors | High-voltage (400V) capacitor on the input side |
| Bridge rectifier | 4-pin square or 4 discrete diodes near AC input |
| Switching controller IC | Often an 8- or 7-pin SMD IC (e.g. TNY, VIPer, LNK series) |
| MOSFET | TO-220 or SOT-223 transistor, may be combined in IC |
| Optocoupler | 4-pin plastic package used for feedback |
| Zener diodes or TL431 | Often part of output regulation loop |
✅ Step 3: Identify the Controller IC
The key to identifying the converter is reading the part number on the controller IC. Some common IC families used in Bosch ovens:
| IC Series | Typical Markings | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| LNK (Power Integrations) | LNK304, LNK364, LNK605, etc. | Integrated MOSFET and control logic |
| TNY (TinySwitch) | TNY268, TNY280 | Common in low-power circuits |
| VIPer (STMicroelectronics) | VIPer22A, VIPer53, VIPer12A | Often used in European appliances |
| UC384x | UC3842, UC3843 | Requires external MOSFET |
| OB2269, OB2358 | Marked OBxxx | Used in Chinese-manufactured modules |
Use a magnifying glass or macro camera to capture faded or small text.
✅ Step 4: Trace Voltage Output Rails
After identifying the IC and input, trace the output side of the transformer:
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Follow diodes and smoothing capacitors to find DC output rails.
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Look for voltage labels like +5V, +12V, or test with a multimeter after powering (if safe and isolated).
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Measure resistance to ground—shorts here can indicate faulty output diodes or caps.
🧰 Tip: Common Failures in SMPS
| Symptom | Possible Cause |
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| No power at all | Blown fuse, shorted MOSFET, failed controller IC |
| Clicking sound | Startup failure due to faulty feedback or overload |
| Voltage drop or reset loop | Bad electrolytic capacitors or optocoupler |
| Burn marks or smell | Catastrophic IC or transformer failure |
⚠️ Safety Notice
The SMPS circuit operates with lethal voltages even after power is disconnected. Allow capacitors to discharge or discharge them manually using resistor and caution. Only trained personnel should perform live diagnostics or component-level repairs.
🛠️ Service Recommendations
If the controller IC is identified and faulty, it may be possible to:
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Replace the entire control board (recommended by Bosch)
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Attempt component-level repair using datasheets and compatible parts
Always match component specifications (voltage, frequency, switching speed) when sourcing replacements.
📎 Final Advice
If the control board is not visibly damaged but no output voltages are present, begin with the controller IC and startup components. In many Bosch HBA554EB0/87 ovens, failures in this circuit are repairable without replacing the full board, but require solid SMD soldering skills and appropriate tools.
