Written by
Elena Marsh Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error code16
ApplianceCooktop
16 at a glance
Display: 16
Meaning: defective On/Off key, right front element
Scope: Kenmore induction cooktops with 790 model numbers
What the manual advises
Switch the power off at the supply, then have the harness cables and connections tested. If they are in good shape, the right-side touch control board is replaced. Both jobs are for a technician.
For Kenmore cooktop repair in San Francisco or elsewhere in the Bay Area, dial (415) 825-6393. Mention 16, your 790 model number and the checks you have already made.
Model compatibility: Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so 16 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
Code 16 reports a defective right front element On/Off key.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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