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Posted on Jan 05, 2009
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Key pad not operating but power on

Key pad will not function.

  • kathleen494 Jan 05, 2009

    The keypad is not functioning except "express" cooking which works. The power is on and you actually can cook if you unplug it and then hit express. Otherwise the keypad is just locked. We have held the off button for five seconds and it has not reset it.

  • Thomas F. Schneider May 11, 2010

    Replace touch pad.

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You have a shorting membrane keypad. If and when an oven is coming on or doing anything by itself, this is very dangerous and can result in a fire.

So until it is repaired, please leave it unplugged or leave the door open when it's not in use, and please do not leave it running unattended.

If you (or someone you know) might want to replace it yourself, I have uploaded a handy guide with pictures showing you what's typically involved.

You can usually find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number here.

There should also be a "mini-manual" hidden inside the unit behind the control panel or hidden on the left side behind the grille, which is very helpful when troubleshooting & testing.

If you would like to have us do this repair for you, we do that for $39.95 plus part costs.

At our Web site, we have a video available showing how to remove a typical over the range control panel assembly in under 5 minutes.

Feel free to contact me directly (and please remind me of your model number) for more information & help.

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William E. Miller
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