Have Whirlpool model RPD306PDB15. Internal light works, but no illumination on touch pad. Is pad bad and in need of replacement?

You have a bad touchpad. The ribbon cable is a failure point on all of these whirlpool built ovens. Enter the model number in at this link and see if they make a replacement keypad for your oven: Introducing the Ledgestone Technologies Touchpad

For Whirlpool (and associated brands), the F2 E1 error indicates a communication problem between the touch pad and the electronic control board. The oven's control thinks that the touch pad wiring is unplugged. This could be due to damaged wires, a loose wiring harness or a problem with the touch pad. First check that the wires aren't loose. Press Cancel to see if the signal is sent to the control board and clears the error. Wait 60 seconds for a response.

If the error persists, you need to replace the touch pad. On some models, you'll have to replace the touch pad and control board since they are sold as a single unit. For the units where the touch pad is a separate unit, you may still need to replace the control board. If the F2 E1 error persists after replacing the touch pad, then the control board is also faulty.

If you post a comment with the oven's make and model number, I may be able to give you the appropriate replacement part numbers. If your oven is still under warranty, contact the manufacturer for the repairs.

I hope this helps.

Cindy Wells

If your oven is a touch pad model then the pads are bad. the touch pad assembly will need replacing. Sometimes you can remove the ribbon cable and reinsert it. It sometimes will make them work but not very often. Make sure the power is off first. Remove the control panel. You will see the ribbon cable. There will be small tabs on each side of the connector plug carefully unclip these and remove the cable and reinsert it. Be prepared to replace the panel.

you have a bad keypad or a loose wire or ribbon,you can try unplugging it for 10 minutes and see if that helps or unplug it,remove the ribbon that connects to the keypad,plug the ribbon back in and see if that does anything,if not you need a new keypad. next time send the model number so i can help you betterF2 - 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).

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F1 error code usually means that either the touch pad or the clock (ERC) is bad. It's simple if your model incorporates both as a single assembly - replace the clock/touch pad, problem's solved. But, when the touch pad is a separate component from the clock, how do you tell which of the two has failed, without having to replace both? Well, we have a simple test that can show you whether it's the clock (ERC) or the touch pad (membrane switch) that needs to be replaced. The test is available on the error code page right below the list of brands.

Solve it with replace electronic oven control (also called EOC or clock).

Hope helps.

there should be a 40 amp breaker in your electrical panel turn off and back on again to reset power

HELLO THERE
How to test many brands of Ranges that are flashing a F1 fault code: You have either a bad ERC (clock) or a bad touch pad.

1. Disconnect power to stove
2. Gain access to the back of the clock (electronic range control or ERC).
3. Unplug the touch pad ribbon connector from the ERC. This will be a flat wire approx. 1 1/2" to 2" wide.
4. Make sure everything is clear and will not short out when power is turned back on.
5. Turn power back on to stove.
6. Watch for the F1 and listen for the beep.
7. If you get the F1 and beep, replace the ERC.
8. If after approx. 30 minutes you do NOT get the F1 and hear the beep, replace the touch pad.
   NOTE: Some models incorporate the touch pad and the clock as one part. * We have seen a few of the newer Maytag ranges with a F1 fault code and the problem was the oven temp sensor, check carefully the wires to and from the oven temp sensor!!

You have either a bad ERC (clock) or a bad touch pad.

Disconnect power to stove

Gain access to the back of the clock (electronic range control or ERC).

Unplug the touch pad ribbon connector from the ERC. This will be a flat wire approx. 1 1/2" to 2" wide.

Make sure everything is clear and will not short out when power is turned back on.

Turn power back on to stove.

Watch for the F1 and listen for the beep.

If you get the F1 and beep, replace the ERC.

If after approx. 30 minutes you do NOT get the F1 and hear the beep, replace the touch pad.
N

OTE: Some models incorporate the touch pad and the clock as one part.

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MAYTAG
Range/Stove/Oven Fault Codes Failure
Code Condition Check/Repair F1 Defective touch pad or membrane Replace touch pad or membrane (usually the touch pad)* F1 Watchdog on board Replace touch pad or clock assembly (also called the ERC) F2 Oven too hot Replace relay board (if present) or bad oven temperature sensor F3 or F4 Open or shorted oven temperature sensor Replace oven temperature sensor F5 Hardware and watchdog circuits disagree Replace clock assembly (also called the ERC) F6 Missing AC signal Check for proper voltage F7 Function key shorted or stuck button Replace touch pad or clock assembly (also called the ERC) or un-stick button F8 Analog/Digital supervisory Replace clock assembly (also called the ERC) F9 Door latch supervisory Check door lock circuit or replace clock assembly (also called the ERC) F0 Function key stuck Replace touch pad or clock assembly (also called the ERC) * Here is a simple test that you can do to determine whether the clock or the touchpad are defective when the display reads F1:

- Disconnect power to the range.
- Gain access to the back of the ERC (electronic range control, or "clock").
- Unplug the touch pad ribbon connector from the ERC. This will be a flat wire about 1 ½" to 2" wide.
- Make sure everything is clear and will not short out when power is turned back on. Replace any covers removed to gain access to the ERC.
- Turn the power back on to the range.
- Watch for the F-1 and listen for the beep.
- If you get the F-1 and beep, replace the ERC.
- If after approximately 60 Minutes you do not get the F-1 fault, replace the touch pad.

NOTE: Some models incorporate the touch pad and the clock control as one part so F1 = bad clock control.

Warning: If you do not feel comfortable doing this test or making this repair please contact a qualified appliance repair technician.

HI, this issue concerns the touch pad(control board led). This will happen in certain models. it could be some minor corrosion within the wire contact clips that are not allowing the proper current to illuminate the led that is used to light the specific button or, it could be a minor circuit issue within the control board as well.

i recommend inspecting the control panels wire harness contact clips that are behind the actual control board. make sure they are not corroded or lose. if they are lose or corroded, i suggest replacing the entire wire harness. this could be the possible reason for some of the lights that are not illuminating during operations.

If the wires and contacts are in good condition and the harness is in good condition as well, this could be an internal control circuit board issue, concerning the LEd lights. they may have burned out due to the age or heavy usage.(heat related)..

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