Bertazzoni Induction Cooktop Code L: Child lock activated

What L means

On current Bertazzoni induction cooktops with TFT and hidden-slider controls, such as the PE304TX, PE365TB, PE304TC, PE304HB and PE365HB, the letter L on the display means the child lock is activated. It is not a failure. The controls are locked so the zones cannot be turned on by accident, and you will have to switch the lock off before cooking.

Common causes of L

Child lock turned on from the control panel
Lock pressed by accident while wiping the glass
Lock left on after the last cooking session
Control panel pressed by a child or a pet

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Make sure all zones are off. 2. Follow the control panel steps for your model to switch the child lock off, usually by touching and holding the lock key. 3. Wait for L to leave the display. 4. Start the zone you want. 5. If L stays on after you release the lock, call us.

! Why to stop there

L is a setting, so a repair visit is almost never needed.
Pressing keys at random can change other settings.
If the lock key does not respond at all, the touch panel needs a proper check.
We quote in writing first, and our repair has a 30-day warranty.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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LL questions

Is L an error?

No. L simply shows that the child lock is active, a feature meant to keep small hands from starting a zone. Cooking is blocked until you turn the lock off at the control panel.

How do I turn off the lock?

Use the lock key on your control panel, usually touched and held for a moment. The exact touch depends on whether your model has a TFT screen or a hidden slider.

L will not go away. What now?

Check that the glass is dry and clean, since moisture can stop the touch from registering a long press. If the lock still will not release, call us and we will check the controls.