Indesit Function Selector Switch Failure

Indesit oven light works but fan and heating do not start at all

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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

Burnt contacts inside selector switch, Broken switch shaft, Loose wiring on selector terminals, Melted switch body due to overheating

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Disconnect mains power. The selector switch carries full element current.

Steps:

  • 1. Check multiple modes: Try all cooking functions. If none start the fan or elements, the selector switch is a prime suspect.
  • 2. Access control panel: Remove the front panel to expose the function selector switch.
  • 3. Inspect visually: Look for burnt terminals, melted plastic, or loose spade connectors. Tighten or replace connectors as needed.
  • 4. Test continuity: Using the wiring diagram, test the switch positions with a multimeter to confirm that the correct contacts close in each mode. Replace the switch if contacts are open when they should be closed.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Function Selector Switch
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