An appliance that will not run a cycle at all should be separated into power/door-safety interlocks, the selected cycle's own requirements and the specific component before assuming a major failure. For induction cookware detection, first test a known magnetic flat pan that meets the minimum diameter.
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- induction cookware detection with this exact failure state
- Diagnosis across cookware versus zone, sensor, control lock and power
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0 of 4 completedCapture the exact failure state
ReversibleCheck whether the appliance powers on at all, whether the door or lid shows as fully closed and locked, and whether an error code displays. Expected behavior: recognize a flat magnetic pan of supported base size centered on the zone.
Isolate the component boundary
ReversibleTest a known magnetic flat pan that meets the minimum diameter. Try the simplest normal cycle with a light or empty load, keeping the door/lid and power connection unchanged. Boundary to separate: cookware versus zone, sensor, control lock and power.
Correct only the proven cause
ReversibleChange cookware/position or service a zone that detects no supported pan. Fully close and re-latch the door, clear the specific error code's documented cause, or restore power at the breaker.
Verify and stop safely
ReversibleRun one complete normal cycle and confirm it finishes without re-triggering the fault. Stop for cracked glass, smoke, arcing or breaker trips.
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