F7
Stoves
Stuck or Shorted Keypad
Display shows F7, often accompanied by continuous beeping; keypad may be unresponsive or register phantom key presses.
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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 touch membrane, Damaged keypad ribbon cable, Liquid spill into control panel
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker before opening the control panel.
Steps to check:
- Dry out panel: If the error followed a spill or heavy steam, leave power off and allow the control area to dry for several hours. Use a fan to improve airflow.
- Inspect ribbon cable: Remove the backguard panel and inspect the keypad ribbon cable for kinks, tears, or corrosion at the connector.
- Clean connector: Gently clean the ribbon contacts and EOC connector with isopropyl alcohol and let dry completely.
- Test keypad: If F7 persists, the keypad membrane is likely shorted. Replace the touchpad or the entire control panel assembly, depending on your Stoves model design.
Warning: Do not spray cleaners directly onto the control panel; apply to a cloth first to avoid liquid intrusion.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Oven Control Touchpad / Keypad Assembly
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