F1
Siemens
Touchpad / Keypad Stuck or Shorted
Gas range or cooktop shows F1 and beeps, oven or burners may be disabled
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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
Liquid spill on control panel, Stuck touch key, Faulty membrane keypad, Shorted user interface board
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect the appliance from mains power before removing any control panel parts.
User actions:
- Wipe the control panel dry and remove any cleaning agents or grease.
- Turn off power for 5 minutes to reset the control.
Technician actions:
- Remove the control panel fascia to access the keypad or touch PCB.
- Inspect for corrosion or moisture on connectors.
- Test the keypad matrix for stuck keys using a multimeter or Siemens diagnostic mode.
- Replace the user interface panel if keys remain stuck or shorted.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
User Interface Control Board
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