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Thermador Coffee Machine “12:00” Display

Thermador documents this explicitly as what happens after a power failure, or after the appliance is switched off at its power switch — the clock resets and needs to be re-entered.

What 12:00 Means

Thermador documents this explicitly as what happens after a power failure, or after the appliance is switched off at its power switch — the clock resets and needs to be re-entered.

Common Causes of 12:00

  • A recent power outage
  • The machine having been switched off at its main power switch

🔧 One Safe Check You Can Try

Re-enter your clock/settings values. Thermador specifically advises not to switch the appliance off at the power switch, or select "Off" from the clock display menu, if you want to avoid this happening again.

⚠ Why You Shouldn't Go Further Than That

  • No repair is needed — this is documented, expected behavior after a power interruption.

Opening a panel to inspect or repair something yourself doesn't automatically cancel your manufacturer's warranty — but it can risk accidental damage, and some manufacturers do have specific service conditions. Check your product's warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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FAQ

12:00 FAQ

No — Thermador's own documentation describes this as the normal result of a power interruption, not an error.

Avoid using the physical power switch or the clock menu's "Off" option to turn it off between uses.

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