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russell ferguson Posted on Apr 10, 2007

Error codes F2 and F3

My problem is not with a gas range, it is a GE free standing electric range with ERC. The oven will reach the desired temperature and operate properly for varying amounts of time then kick out with either code F2 or F3. The fault codes suggested a faulty sensor so I ordered one in and replaced it. But the codes returned during the test run. When I checked the fault codes on another web site they suggested that F2 could be high resistance somewhere in the temperature sensor circuit not just the sensor. They listed F3 as an open or shorted oven temperature sensor. Next I continuity tested the sensor that I had removed to see if it had been faulty at all. I found a low ohm reading of only 750 at room temperature, suggesting that the sensor was faulty. Next I plan to test the wiring from the sensor to the oven control ERC, but can not seem to find a replacement wire harness listed at any of the parts supplier if I find that the wiring or the connectors are bad. The ERC (0ven control) seems to be working as it should. Is it possible that it could be at fault and can the ERC clock be tested as well? There is also a capillary tube inside the oven compartment and I have read that it is a high-limit thermostat. How does the high-limit thermostat tie in with the sensor, or does it? Please suggest any thing that I maybe over looking. I thank you in advance. Fix-it Fergie.

  • tatatatatata Apr 27, 2008

    GE electric range model jdp36gp shuts off after the oven reaches desired temperature and displays F3 code on pad.

  • Anonymous May 11, 2008

    i have the same problem with my oven. i have a GE spacesaver 27 inch built in oven model number JMP28G0V1AD four burner stove top. I go to turn the oven on and it heats up to the temperature and when i go to put my item to be baked it shuts off during baking and displays the F-2 code and the F-3 codes. What do i need to do to fix it.

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IF THE ABOVE SOLUTION DOES NOT WORK TRY THIS!

Do Not try to perform the below if: Oven is under warranty,You are not handy with a soldering gun, or Are afraid to do this.

The below solution applies only to my in-wall oven with F2 and F3 codes randomly, but presumably will work with other GE models.

I had the same trouble with a GE in-wall oven. The problem was on the electrical board behind the keypad. A pin that was soldered to the board, that was the input for the oven temp sensor, had cracked solder. So I re-soldered the pin and hopefully it will continue working.

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If this fixes your oven please post back!

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Two months ago I asked fixya about a g.e. oven with a f3 code. that evening a reply suggested I replace the oven sensor. I took the old one to the parts place, told the repairman about the code,and he told me the sensor WAS the problem. I replaced it, and WOW it fixed it! Today it faulted out again. I will pull it again and check it. It was installed correctly.The problem for a f3 fault IS the sensor.

  • HandyLarry Aug 09, 2011

    I had the F3 code, replaced the sensor, no luck.
    Replaced ERC put old sensor back in and WaLa!
    Like new again.
    It may have been bad solder as noted below.
    Wish I hadn't trashed the old one.
    But the wife is happy so all is ok.

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F2 &F3 error codes, oven keeps beeping, I already tried turning off circuit breaker did not solve problem

F2
- E0 Shorted keypad (also called touch
pad) 1. Check keypad connector for firm
connection (keypad connects to control board).
2. Press CANCEL. If error code
returns after 60 seconds, replace keypad (also called touch pad or membrane
switch). Some models incorporate keypad in to control board as one unit. In this
case, replace control board (also called ERC or clock). F2 - E1 Keypad cable unplugged F2 - E5 Cancel key drive line open F2 - E6 Cancel key drive line open F3 - E0 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) opened (upper oven,
if double oven) Replace Oven temperature
sensor (RTD)

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codes. F3 - E1 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted (upper
oven, if double oven) F3 - E2 Oven temperature is too high (Cook
mode) F3 - E3 Oven temperature is too high (Clean
mode) F3 - E4 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) opened (lower oven,
if double oven) F3 - E5 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted (lower
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Troubleshooting KitchenAid oven, range and microwave error codes

Here list of Kitchen Aid range and oven codes.
4 Digit Failure Codes
F1 - E0 EEPROM communication error
F1 - E1 EEPROM checksum error
F1 - E2 UL A/D error
F1 - E4 Model ID error
F1 - E5 Calibration shifted
F1 - E6 Latch signal mismatch error
F1 - E9 Stack overflow
F1 - E3 Wiring harness cavity size does not match stored value
F2 - E0 Shorted touch pad
F2 - E1 Keypad cable connection error
F2 - E5 Cancel key drive line open
F2 - E6 Cancel key drive line open
F3 - E0 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) opened (upper oven on double oven models)
F3 - E1 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted (upper oven on double oven models)
F3 - E2 Oven temperature is too high (Cook mode)
F3 - E3 Oven temperature is too high (Clean mode)
F3 - E4 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) opened (lower oven on double oven models)
F3 - E5 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted (lower oven on double oven models)
F3 - E6 Drawer sensor open
F3 - E7 Warming drawer sensor shorted
F4 - E1 Meat probe malfunction - shorted
F5 - E0 Door Switch
F5 - E1 Self clean latch will not lock
F5 - E2 Latch during CLEAN error
F5 - E5 Self clean temperature not reached within 45 minutes.
F5 - E6 Door is open, but latch is locked
F5 - E7 Self clean latch will not unlock
F6 - E0 Return line not connected
F7 - E1 Common switch wire defective
Two digit codes:
F0 ERC Board failure
F1 ERC Board failure
F2 Oven temperature is too high
F3 Oven temperature sensor open
F4 Oven temperature sensor shorted
F5 ERC Board failure
F7 Function key stuck on ERC
F8 ERC Board failure
F9 Oven door lock failure
Microwave and Microwave combo error codes:
F1 - E3 or F1 - E4 Electronic control malfunction
F2 - E0 or F2 - E1 Keypad connection error
F2 - E3 Keypad held down too long, or keypad is shorted.
If you get an error code, try first resetting the code:
1. Disconnect power for about two minutes.
2. Connect back power.
3. If code re-appears, test and eventually replace faulty part.
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Troubleshooting KitchenAid oven, range and microwave error codes

Here list of Kitchen Aid range and oven codes.


4 Digit Failure Codes

F1 - E0 EEPROM communication error
F1 - E1 EEPROM checksum error
F1 - E2 UL A/D error
F1 - E4 Model ID error
F1 - E5 Calibration shifted
F1 - E6 Latch signal mismatch error
F1 - E9 Stack overflow
F1 - E3 Wiring harness cavity size does not match stored value
F2 - E0 Shorted touch pad
F2 - E1 Keypad cable connection error
F2 - E5 Cancel key drive line open
F2 - E6 Cancel key drive line open
F3 - E0 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) opened (upper oven on double oven models)
F3 - E1 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted (upper oven on double oven models)
F3 - E2 Oven temperature is too high (Cook mode)
F3 - E3 Oven temperature is too high (Clean mode)
F3 - E4 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) opened (lower oven on double oven models)
F3 - E5 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted (lower oven on double oven models)
F3 - E6 Drawer sensor open
F3 - E7 Warming drawer sensor shorted
F4 - E1 Meat probe malfunction - shorted
F5 - E0 Door Switch
F5 - E1 Self clean latch will not lock
F5 - E2 Latch during CLEAN error
F5 - E5 Self clean temperature not reached within 45 minutes.
F5 - E6 Door is open, but latch is locked
F5 - E7 Self clean latch will not unlock
F6 - E0 Return line not connected
F7 - E1 Common switch wire defective

Two digit codes:

F0 ERC Board failure
F1 ERC Board failure
F2 Oven temperature is too high
F3 Oven temperature sensor open
F4 Oven temperature sensor shorted
F5 ERC Board failure
F7 Function key stuck on ERC
F8 ERC Board failure
F9 Oven door lock failure

Microwave and Microwave combo error codes:

F1 - E3 or F1 - E4 Electronic control malfunction

F2 - E0 or F2 - E1 Keypad connection error

F2 - E3 Keypad held down too long, or keypad is shorted.

If you get an error code, try first resetting the code:
1. Disconnect power for about two minutes.
2. Connect back power.
3. If code re-appears, test and eventually replace faulty part.

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WHIRLPOOL - most models
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F2 - Oven temperature sensor shorted
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F5 - Door latch switch fault
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Whirlpool with 4 Digit Failure Code:

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Models SF3, 30'' and 24"

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F3 - Open oven temperature probe failure
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F5 - Push button stuck or faulty
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F6 - Electronic control logic error (timing)
Replace Electronic Range Control (ERC)
F7 - Electronic control logic error (lock motor)
Replace ERC.
F8 - Electronic control logic error
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F3 is Open oven temperature sensor circuit.
F4 Shorted oven temperature sensor circuit .
F7 Component failure.

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Failure
Code
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