GE Range Error Code LOC On

LOC On means the Control Lockout feature is active on your GE range. When this is displayed, all touch pad controls and cooktop controls are disabled and will not respond to input. This is a built-in feature, not an error or malfunction. It can be cleared by pressing and holding the CONTROL LOCKOUT pad for 3 seconds.

LOC On is not a safety hazard. It is a deliberate safety feature designed to prevent unintended activation of the burners and oven controls. The range will not heat or operate while the lockout is active, so there is no risk of accidental cooking. Simply unlock the controls when you are ready to use the appliance.

In most cases, there is no repair cost because LOC On is resolved by holding the CONTROL LOCKOUT pad for 3 seconds with no parts required. If the control panel touch pad is malfunctioning and causing the lockout to re-engage repeatedly, a replacement touch pad or control board could range from roughly 100 to 350 dollars or more depending on the specific model and labor rates in your area.

Locate the CONTROL LOCKOUT pad on your range's control panel and press and hold it for approximately 3 seconds. The control should signal that the lockout has been released, and all controls will return to normal operation. If the display still shows LOC On after this step, release the pad completely and try again with a firm, sustained press.

A power reset by switching off the circuit breaker may clear the LOC On condition in some situations, but the proper way to deactivate it is by pressing and holding the CONTROL LOCKOUT pad for 3 seconds. If the lockout re-engages after being cleared, check the pad for debris or sticking and inspect whether a physical issue with the control panel is causing repeated activation.