KitchenAid Range Error Code LOC

LOC on a KitchenAid range means the Control Lock feature is active, which disables all control panel buttons to prevent unintended operation. The display may show either 'LOC' or 'CONTROL LOCKED'. This is not a malfunction or appliance fault. It is a built-in safety feature that can be turned off by the user.

The LOC display itself presents no safety hazard. It simply means the control panel is locked and no new cooking functions can be started or changed. Any cooking cycle that was already running when the lock was engaged will generally continue. Unlock the panel using the START pad hold procedure before attempting to operate the range.

In the vast majority of cases, the LOC code requires no repair and no parts, so the cost is zero. If a damaged keypad membrane is causing the lock to engage repeatedly, replacement keypad or touchpad parts typically range from $50 to $200 depending on the model, plus labor costs if a technician is needed for the repair.

Press and hold the START pad continuously for 5 seconds. The LOC or CONTROL LOCKED message should disappear from the display, and all control panel buttons will return to normal operation. If the display does not respond, verify that you are holding the correct pad and that the 5-second duration is met without releasing.

Power cycling the range by shutting off the circuit breaker may or may not clear the LOC display, depending on how the control board stores the lock state. The reliable method is to hold the START pad for 5 seconds with the range powered on. If the lock state is restored after every power cycle, inspect the START pad for physical damage or debris.