NO CARAFE
Kenmore
Carafe Presence Switch Fault
Display shows NO CARAFE or a carafe icon blinks; brewing will not start.
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Safety Warning
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.
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Possible Causes
Carafe not fully seated on warming plate, Faulty carafe detection switch, Broken actuator under warming plate, Misaligned warming plate bracket
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the coffee maker before lifting or tilting it.
- Reseat carafe: Place the carafe squarely on the warming plate, pushing it fully back until it contacts the rear stop.
- Check for obstructions: Ensure no coffee grounds or debris are under the carafe or on the plate that could prevent proper seating.
- Inspect switch (advanced): Remove the bottom cover to locate the carafe presence switch or sensor under the warming plate. Verify that the plate or a lever actuates the switch when the carafe is in place.
- Replace switch or lever: If the switch does not click or test correctly with a multimeter, replace the carafe detection switch or its actuator mechanism.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Carafe Presence Switch
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