F7
Magic Chef
Keypad Short or Stuck Key Error
Display shows F7, often accompanied by random beeping or unresponsive keypad.
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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
Shorted touchpad membrane, Moisture intrusion into control panel, Damaged keypad ribbon cable, Failed EOC keypad interface
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker before removing the control panel.
Steps:
- Dry and reset: If the panel was recently cleaned or exposed to steam, leave power off for 30–60 minutes to allow moisture to evaporate. Then restore power and test.
- Inspect keypad: Remove the backguard cover. Inspect the keypad ribbon cable for kinks, corrosion, or burns. Reseat the connector at the EOC.
- Isolate keypad: With power OFF, disconnect the keypad ribbon from the EOC. Restore power. If F7 disappears, the keypad is defective. If F7 remains, the EOC is likely faulty.
- Replace faulty part: Replace the touchpad/control panel assembly or EOC as indicated. Use the full Magic Chef model number to order the correct part.
Tip: Avoid spraying cleaner directly on the control panel; spray a cloth instead to prevent moisture intrusion.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Touchpad/Keypad Assembly
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