AUTO OFF
Hamilton Beach Automatic Shutoff / Timer Function

Display shows “AUTO OFF” or the unit shuts off after a short time and will not keep the plate warm as expected.

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Possible Causes

Auto-off time set too short, Factory default 2-hour shutoff, Faulty timer circuit on control board, User misunderstanding of keep-warm settings

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: This is a normal safety feature; do not attempt to bypass auto-off by modifying wiring.

Adjust auto-off (if supported):

  • Consult your model’s manual; many Hamilton Beach models allow changing the keep-warm time (e.g., 0–4 hours).
  • Typically, press and hold the BREW OPTIONS or KEEP WARM button until the time flashes, then adjust with HOUR/MINUTE.

If the unit shuts off immediately after brewing and will not re-engage the warming plate, the control board relay or timer circuit may be faulty and require replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Main Control Board (Timer Section)
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