Indesit Relay or Transformer Noise

Indesit oven emits a buzzing or humming noise from the control area when heating.

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Possible Causes

Noisy control board relay, Vibrating transformer on PCB, Loose mounting screws, Mains frequency hum from filter

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety warning: Disconnect power before accessing the control panel.

  • 1. Identify source: Carefully listen to locate the buzzing area (control panel vs rear) during operation (qualified person only).
  • 2. Tighten fixings: With power off, tighten screws securing the control board, transformer, and any relays that have mounting brackets.
  • 3. Inspect relays: If a relay is excessively noisy and shows signs of overheating, consider replacing the control board.
  • 4. Monitor: Mild humming can be normal. If noise is accompanied by malfunction or burning smell, stop using the oven and seek service.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Main Control Board
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