What Do Error Codes Mean on Oven: Decoding the Secrets of Appliance Communication

Are you find it difficult to understand what do error codes mean on oven? such as f1,f2…

The control board is the brain of the oven. It regulates power, displays the time and temperature settings, and will show an error code if something goes wrong.

Error codes can be divided into four general categories: temperature codes, sensor codes, codes for the door, and codes for the control board itself. If you’re unsure, then check your oven manual.

In this article, we’ll learn about what do error codes mean on oven Whirlpool, Maytag, General Electric. Furthermore, we’ll show how to fix these errors.

What does f2 mean on a whirlpool oven?

The F2 code indicates a stuck relay. You will have to replace the relay board. It may be a stand-alone board or it may be part of the ERC Electronic Range Control. If you know how to check you won’t have to call a tech.

How to fix f2 error code on whirlpool oven?

step1. Unplug the range or disconnect power.

step2. Inspect keypad connection to the main control. If connection is loose/unplugged, reconnect.

step3. Replace all parts and panels before operating.

step4. Plug-in range or reconnect power. Allow 60 seconds for the main control to identify the keypad. If the error code reappears, go to Step 5. If the error code does not reappear, go to Step 9.

step5. Unplug the range or disconnect power. Inspect keypad connector (P11) to main control for the sign of damage (cracked, ripped, etc.). If damage is found, go to Step 8.

step6. Replace all parts and panels before operating.

step7. Plug-in range or reconnect power. Allow 60 seconds for the main control to identify the keypad. If the error code reappears, go to Step 8. If the error code does not reappear, go to Step 9.

step8. Replace components in the following order of likelihood of failure: a. Keypad b. Main control

step9. Replace all parts and panels before operating.

step10. Plug-in range or reconnect power.

step11. Verify operation is normal. Enter Diagnostics mode and verify that there are no error codes.

What does f9 mean on whirlpool oven?

If this appliance was newly installed check to ensure the electrical was installed correctly. This code will most often indicate that the appliance is wired incorrectly at the home electrical supply or the hardwire connection.

How to fix f9 error code on whirlpool oven?

step1. Enter Diagnostics mode by pressing CANCEL>CANCEL>START within 5 seconds. If the failure displayed does match, go to Step 2.

step2. Unplug the range or disconnect power.

step3. Verify that the house power supply provides 240 VAC between L1 and L2 and 120 VAC between L1 and N and L2 and N. If the house power supply is not correct, call a qualified electrician. If voltage measurements are correct, go to Step 4.

step4. Verify that the electric supply is wired correctly at the range terminal block.

step5. Replace all parts and panels before operating.

step6. Plug-in range or reconnect power.

step7. Verify normal operation.

step8. Enter Diagnostics mode and clear the error code.

What does f7 mean on a Maytag oven?

Error F7 on your Maytag means that the keypad is shorted or stuck

How to fix f7 error code on Maytag oven.

Step1. Power unit down by turning off the circuit breaker(s) for one (1) minute.

Step2. Power unit up by turning on the circuit breaker(s).

Step3. Monitor the oven for one (1) minute to ensure the error code does not display again.

Step4. Verify oven operation.

What does f7 mean on GE oven?

this error for GE means that your touch control panel has shorted and the entire touch control panel would need to be ordered and replaced if resetting the circuit breaker won’t reset the issue.

How to fix f7 error code on GE oven?

The insulation in the ribbon cable is poor. The conductors in the cable are crossed. The ribbon cable is two ribbons pressed together, and the conductors between the two cables are shorting or becoming crossed.

STEP1. Lift the two cables apart.

STEP2. place a piece of paper between them

STEP3.fold the edges of the paper over the cable so that it does not slip out

STEP4.make sure to shove it down to where it will meet the plastic display panel housing. There, problem solved.

What does f1 mean on an oven?

The F1 error code means that the computer thinks a button on the touchpad is stuck or indicate Internal board failure or A/D Error(s)

How to fix f1 error code on oven?

step1. Enter Diagnostics mode by pressing CANCEL>CANCEL>START within 5 seconds. If the failure displayed does match, go to Step 2.

step2. Unplug the range or disconnect power.

step3. Replace the control.

step4. Replace all parts and panels before operating.

step5. Plug-in range or reconnect power.

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