Electrolux Oven: light stays on

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

If your Electrolux oven light stays on even when the door is closed and the control is off, you may be dealing with issues like a faulty door light switch, a malfunctioning control board, or a defective switch. This can happen regardless of the oven's function and can persist after cooking has finished.

Urgency: Low

Important Tips for Electrolux Models

  • Official Electrolux documentation focuses on light bulb replacement for ‘light not working’ conditions but does not explicitly cover continuous illumination. Brand repair guides and community sources suggest the general causes outlined.

Possible Causes

Faulty door light switch

How to Identify: Light stays on even with door fully closed; pressing the door switch or detecting it may not click or reset.

Part: Door light switch / door sensor

Control board or relay malfunction

How to Identify: Light stays on with no response from light button or door switch; resets don’t fix it, and other electronic controls behave erratically.

Part: Main oven control board

Stuck or defective light switch/button

How to Identify: Manual light on/off control feels stuck or fails to actuate; pressing it doesn’t turn the light off.

Part: Oven light on/off switch or button

Loose wiring or short in light circuit

How to Identify: Intermittent behavior or flickering along with persistent light; visual inspection shows damaged insulation or loose connectors.

Part: Wiring harness around oven light

DIY Solutions

Power reset

Easy 5–10 minutes
  1. Turn off the oven’s circuit breaker or unplug the oven from power.
  2. Wait 2–3 minutes.
  3. Restore power and check if the oven light still stays on.
⚠️ Safety First: Ensure power is off before checking electrical components.

Inspect and replace light on/off switch

Moderate 20–40 minutes
Tools Needed: Screwdriver, Multimeter
  1. Disconnect oven from power.
  2. Access the interior control panel to reach the light switch/button.
  3. Test the switch with a multimeter for continuity; replace if faulty.
⚠️ Safety First: Avoid contact with live circuits; ensure power is disconnected.

Professional Repairs

Replace door light switch

Estimated Cost: $50 - $120

Replace control board

Estimated Cost: $150 - $400

Inspect and repair wiring

Estimated Cost: $100 - $300

When to Call a Professional

If the oven light stays on after a power reset and DIY switch checks.
If other electronic functions of the oven behave erratically.
If you are uncomfortable working with oven electrical components.

Preventive Maintenance

  • Exercise light switch/button periodically: Switch sticking due to dust/grease buildup.
    Frequency: monthly

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Electrolux Oven light stays on?
The light may stay on due to a faulty door light switch, control board issues, or a defective switch.
How do I fix Electrolux Oven light stays on myself?
Try a power reset or inspect and replace the light switch for a DIY solution.
How much does it cost to fix light stays on?
Repair costs range from $50 for a door switch to $400 for a control board replacement.
When should I call a technician for light stays on?
Consider calling a technician if DIY solutions don't work or if wiring issues are suspected.

References & Sources

Community Analytical Insights

Analysis based on real user discussions from appliance repair communities

Can I Fix This Myself?

65%
DIY Success Rate Difficulty: Either

Common Issues Reported by Users

  • Faulty door switch preventing the light from turning off
  • Stuck light bulb socket causing a short circuit
  • Malfunctioning control board or timer settings

User Suggested Solutions

  1. Inspect and test the door switch. If faulty, replace it. To do this, unplug the oven, remove the door, and locate the switch. Use a multimeter to test for continuity. If there’s no continuity, replace the switch.

  2. Check the light bulb socket for any debris or damage. If the socket is stuck, gently clean it and ensure it is not shorting out. If damaged, replace the socket.

  3. Reset the control board by unplugging the oven for 10 minutes. If the problem persists, inspect the control board for any signs of damage or malfunction. If necessary, replace the control board.

Analysis based on 1 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Oven light from hell

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