Indesit Broken Control Knob or Shaft

Indesit oven interior light and fan work but control knobs feel loose or do not change settings

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Possible Causes

Cracked plastic knob, Stripped knob insert, Broken thermostat or selector shaft, Knob not seated on flat of shaft

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power if removing the control panel. For knob-only replacement, power can remain off at the control knobs.

Steps:

  • 1. Remove knob: Pull the loose knob straight off the shaft.
  • 2. Inspect knob and shaft: Check for cracks in the knob hub and ensure the shaft is not broken or spinning freely.
  • 3. Replace knob: If only the knob is damaged, fit a new Indesit knob of the correct type and push firmly onto the shaft.
  • 4. Replace control component: If the shaft itself is broken (thermostat or selector), the entire control must be replaced, which requires removing the control panel and transferring wiring.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Oven Control Knob
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