Kenmore
Sabbath Mode or Child Lock Enabled
Clock and timer work but oven will not heat; display shows "SAb" or similar
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Possible Causes
Sabbath mode activated, Control lock feature enabled, User settings misconfigured
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: No internal repair is needed; this is a control setting.
- Disable Sabbath mode: On many Kenmore models, press and hold the Clock or Bake and Timer buttons together for 3–5 seconds (consult your user manual for exact combination) until "SAb" disappears.
- Turn off control lock: Press and hold the Lock or Control Lock key for 3–5 seconds until the lock icon disappears.
- Test oven: Set a bake temperature and verify that the oven now heats.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
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