This indicator may be driven by some form of temperature sensor. If the light is staying on too long; or indefinitely, there is likely something wrong with the sensor, the sensor wiring, or the control board that interprets the signal from the sensor.
Why does my hot surface light stay on my stove?
If the burner light is staying hot, the first thing you have to figure out is whether the cooktop is still hot or whether there is an electrical issue underneath the surface. If the problem is related to the wiring of the stove, you may need to take apart the stove to figure out what is wrong.
Why is the burner on indicator light stays on?
A indicator light that stays on usually means you have a defective switch. If you replace the switch for the burner that was being used when the issues began this should fix the issue.
How do you fix a hot surface light?
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Quote from Youtube video: You'll need to replace the element that contains the switch reconnect. The wires to the switch. And reassemble the range until you get the replacement element.
Why is the element on light won’t turn off?
This type of problem is likely caused by a contact being stuck in one of the surface infinite switches. The wiring schematic in the image below shows the circuit for the “element on” indicator light. It is apparent that one of the switches has a stuck contact that is energizing the circuit to keep the light on.
How do I reset my cooktop?
Would you like to reset your cooktop? Well, that’s easy. Head over to the power supply’s circuit breaker, turn it off for about 30 seconds, and then turn it back on.
Why won’t my electric stove top turn off?
A short in the surface element might cause the burner to not shut-off properly. If the electrical contacts have fused together, creating a constant voltage to the burner, your surface element will need to be replaced. Disconnect the stove from the power and allow the burner to cool completely.
