Indesit Function Selector Switch Wear

Indesit oven selector knob feels loose, skips positions, or some functions do not engage.

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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

Worn internal contacts in selector switch, Broken plastic shaft or cam, Loose mounting screws, Heat damage to switch body

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power before removing the control panel.

  • 1. Remove control knobs and panel: Pull off the selector knob and unscrew the front panel to access the switch.
  • 2. Inspect switch: Check for cracked plastic, burnt contacts, or melted areas. Ensure the switch is firmly mounted.
  • 3. Test continuity: Using the wiring diagram, test the switch contacts in each position with a multimeter. If some positions do not make contact, replace the selector switch.
  • 4. Refit knob correctly: After replacement, align the knob so that the indicator matches the correct function symbols.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Function Selector Switch
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