SMEG Door Switch Stuck Closed

Interior light stays on even when the door is closed, causing heat and higher internal temperature.

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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

Misaligned or failed reed switch, Weak or missing door magnet, Control PCB not recognizing door-closed state

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit before working on the door switch or control panel.

Steps to fix always-on light:

  • Check door closure: Ensure the door closes fully and the gasket is not obstructed.
  • Test reed switch: Locate the reed switch in the cabinet frame and test it with a magnet and multimeter. Replace if it does not open when the magnet is present.
  • Verify door magnet: Confirm the magnet in the door edge is present and correctly positioned. Replace if missing or loose.
  • Control PCB: If switch and magnet are good, the control board may be misinterpreting the signal and may need replacement.

Interim solution: You can disconnect the light connector to prevent overheating until the fault is repaired.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Door Reed Switch
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