Fellow Brew Start Interlock / Control Fault

Electric brewer does not start brewing when the start button is pressed.

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Water reservoir not seated, Carafe not in place (if carafe sensor), Faulty start button or encoder knob

Safety first: Unplug before inspecting sensors.

Check setup: Ensure the reservoir is filled and fully seated, the carafe is correctly positioned, and the lid is closed.
Observe display: Some models show icons indicating missing components; correct any indicated issues.
Test controls: Rotate and press the control knob; if it feels loose or unresponsive, the encoder may be faulty.
If still no start: The start button or control PCB may need replacement.

Medium 3/5

Control Knob / Start Button PCB

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