Candy Stuck Light Circuit / Door Switch Fault

Oven interior light stays on all the time, even when the door is closed and the oven is off.

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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

Door switch stuck in 'open' position, Welded light relay on control board, Shorted wiring to lamp circuit

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power before working on the door switch or control board.

  • Check door switch: Locate and test the door switch with a multimeter. Replace if it does not change state when the door moves.
  • Inspect control board: If the switch is good, the light relay on the board may be stuck closed. Board replacement is usually required.
  • Wiring: Check for any wiring modifications or shorts that could be feeding the lamp permanently.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Door Switch or Main Control Board
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