GE Self-clean safety interlock failure

Self-clean will not start; oven beeps and cancels

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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 fully, Faulty door lock switch, Oven temperature sensor out of range, Control board inhibiting clean due to fault history

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Do not bypass safety devices to force a self-clean; this can be dangerous.

  • Check door closure: Ensure the door closes firmly and the latch engages. Adjust hinges or latch if needed.
  • Test door lock: Start a clean cycle and listen for the lock motor. If it does not run, test the lock motor and switches and replace the lock assembly if faulty.
  • Verify sensor: A bad sensor can prevent self-clean. Test and replace the oven temperature sensor if out of spec.
  • Control reset: Clear any error codes and perform a power reset. If self-clean still will not start, the control board may need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Oven Door Lock Motor Assembly
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