GE Profile
Self-clean safety interlock failure
Self-clean will not start; oven beeps and cancels or does nothing when self-clean is selected.
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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 not locking properly, Faulty door lock switch, High-limit thermostat open, Control board inhibiting self-clean due to prior overheat
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Ensure the oven is cool and empty before troubleshooting self-clean.
- Check door closure: Make sure the door closes and latches firmly. Adjust hinges or replace gasket if needed.
- Test lock function: Start self-clean and listen for the lock motor. If it does not run, test the lock motor and switches; replace the lock assembly if faulty.
- Check high-limit/thermal fuse: Some models have a high-limit thermostat that must be closed for self-clean. Test for continuity and replace if open.
- Control restriction: If the oven recently overheated, the control may block self-clean. A power reset may clear this, but repeated issues indicate a cooling or sensor problem that must be fixed first.
Note: Frequent self-clean cycles can stress components; use sparingly.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Oven Door Lock Motor Assembly
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