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Kenmore Oven not self-cleaning
Is your Kenmore oven self-clean not working? The touchpad is the most likely cause, especially if pressing the self-clean button does not light the door-lock indicator or start the low humming sound of the lock motor. A defective door lock motor and switch assembly can also prevent the cycle from starting or keep the oven door locked after cleaning. Other possible causes include the temperature control thermostat, which regulates voltage and oven temperature during self-cleaning, a damaged door latch or latch microswitch that cannot confirm the door is locked, and a faulty oven control board that fails to send voltage to the bake and broil circuits. These are common self clean problems on Kenmore ranges and ovens, but testing the latch with a multimeter and inspecting the lock mechanism can help narrow down the repair. Before ordering a touchpad, door lock motor and switch assembly, thermostat, door latch, or control board, enter your model number to find the exact replacement part for your specific Kenmore oven.
01 - Kenmore Range/Stove/Oven Touchpad
The door lock indicator light should come on and you should hear the lock motor running when the self-clean button is pressed. If the indicator light does not come on and you don't hear a low humming noise as the door is being locked, it's likely the oven's touchpad is faulty and will need to be replaced.
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02 - Kenmore Range/Stove/Oven Door Lock Motor and Switch Assembly
During the oven's self-cleaning cycle, the door lock switch activates the door lock motor to prevent the oven door from being opened. If the door lock motor and switch assembly is defective, the oven door will not unlock once the self-cleaning cycle is complete. On most ovens, you can open the oven door by removing certain screws or panels. Check your owner's manual for further instructions.
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03 - Kenmore Range/Stove/Oven Temperature Control Thermostat
The oven thermostat sends voltage to the heating circuit and regulates the temperature of the oven during the self-cleaning cycle. It is possible for the oven thermostat to function properly for baking and broiling but not for cleaning. Due to its complexity, the oven thermostat is difficult to test. If you suspect the oven thermostat is at fault, replace it.
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04 - Kenmore Range/Stove/Oven Door Latch
For your safety, the self-clean cycle will not begin unless the oven door is locked. If the door latch is broken and unable to allow the door to be locked, the self-clean cycle will not begin. Inspect the latch for damage. You can also use a multimeter to test the latch assembly's microswitch, if applicable, to determine if the switch has appropriate electrical continuity. If the latch is damaged or the microswitch tests negative for continuity, the door latch should be replaced.
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05 - Kenmore Range/Stove/Oven Oven Control Board
The oven control board has relays that send voltage to the bake and broil circuits according to the user settings and sensor input. If the control board is defective, it may not send voltage to the heating components.
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06 - Kenmore Range/Stove/Oven Control Board
The control board has relays that send voltage to the bake and broil circuits according to the user settings and sensor input. If the control board is defective, it may not send voltage to the heating components.
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