A selector switch (or function switch as it is sometimes referred to) may be small, but is a very important part. It is situated just behind your control knob and it is the component that allows you to switch between various functions - such as the grill, fan heating, etc.It is a primary component for your cooker and therefore it's vitally important that you replace it as soon as it begins to become faulty or if the spindle has snapped off with the control knob.
Here at
Cooker Spare Parts we have a terrific selection of
Oven Selector Switches but because they come in a whole variety of shapes and sizes, we strongly recommend that you check that the selector you wish to purchase is compatible with your appliance. You can do this by selecting the manufacturer and model number of your appliance in to the search filters. You will then be provided with a list of spare parts that are compatible with your appliance.
If you're unsure how to fit your oven selector switch, please follow this step-by-step guide.
How to fit an oven selector switch
Safety notice: Please ensure your cooker is switched off before beginning any work.
- If your cooker is built-in, you'll need to remove it from it's cavity. To do this, remove the screws that are holding it to the cabinet. These are situated on the front of your oven. You can then lift out the oven, and disconnect the power cable from the back of your cooker.
- Next, you'll need to remove the top panel of your cooker. Again, this is held together by four screws. These screws may require a torque head screwdriver to be removed.
- Next, remove the control knob attached to the selector switch (if it is still attached to your selector switch). This can be pulled off easily.
- Now that you can access the selector switch, you can begin to remove it. It's held in place by two torque head screws that are situated at the front of the switch, you'll need to remove them.
- Now it's time to remove the complicated wiring. Before you do anything, we strongly recommend you take a photo of the of the switch with the wires attached, so you can re-wire it in the correct way.
- To fit your new switch, just do the opposite of what you just did. Fitting the switch to the front of your cooker, and then wiring the switch in the correct way.
- Then, all you need to do is attach the top panel and if your cooker is built in, fit it back inside your cavity.
